Support assembly, mounting structure and vehicle
By using a bracket assembly composed of flexible and fixed components in automobiles, the noise and vibration problems of the central thermal management module are solved, assembly efficiency and vibration isolation performance are improved, and lightweight design is achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520811351.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-27
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-27
AI Technical Summary
Currently, the installation of highly integrated central thermal management modules in automobiles requires vibration isolation design, and with the increasing demands for driving experience in new energy vehicles, noise and vibration issues are becoming more prominent.
A flexible component is used to fix the connection to the connecting bracket. The fixing component passes through the first mounting hole of the flexible component and is inserted into the hollow cavity to form a bracket assembly. The design of the flexible component improves the vibration isolation performance and assembly efficiency.
It achieves more efficient assembly, good vibration isolation performance, lightweight and simple structure, and effectively solves the noise and vibration problems of thermal management module.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, specifically to a bracket assembly, mounting structure, and vehicle. Background Technology
[0002] In recent years, my country's automotive industry has developed rapidly, and it will remain a core industry for future development. Among its components, the highly integrated central thermal management module, a key part of the vehicle, optimizes the vehicle's thermal management system to improve energy efficiency, performance, and comfort.
[0003] In the automotive industry, new energy vehicles offer advantages such as energy conservation and environmental protection. The thermal management systems for batteries, passenger compartments, and motor drive systems are key technologies for improving operational safety and passenger comfort. Specifically, the highly integrated central thermal management module requires components such as electronic water pumps and expansion valves for battery cooling, in-vehicle heating, and motor cooling.
[0004] In current automobiles, the highly integrated central thermal management module is typically located on the vehicle body, thus requiring proper vibration isolation design during its installation. Furthermore, as people's demands for the driving experience of new energy vehicles increase, the workload of the highly integrated central thermal management module is also gradually increasing, and noise and vibration issues during operation need to be addressed. Utility Model Content
[0005] This application provides a bracket assembly, a mounting structure, and a vehicle. By using a flexible member to fix the connection to the connecting bracket, and with the fixing member passing through the first mounting hole of the flexible member and inserted into the hollow cavity, it features more efficient assembly, better vibration isolation performance, light weight, and simple structure.
[0006] The first aspect of this application provides a support assembly, including:
[0007] Connecting bracket;
[0008] Flexible component, which is fixedly connected to the connecting bracket;
[0009] The fastener and the flexible component have a first mounting hole to form a hollow cavity. The fastener passes through the first mounting hole and is inserted into the hollow cavity.
[0010] The first aspect of this application provides a support assembly including a connecting bracket, a flexible member, and a fixing member. The flexible member is fixedly connected to the connecting bracket. The flexible member has a first mounting hole to form a hollow cavity, and the fixing member passes through the first mounting hole and is inserted into the hollow cavity. Thus, the support assembly provided in this application, by using a flexible member fixedly connected to the connecting bracket, and a fixing member passing through the first mounting hole of the flexible member and inserted into the hollow cavity, features more efficient assembly, better vibration isolation performance, lighter weight, and simpler structure.
[0011] In one possible implementation, the flexible component has a plurality of first grooves on its inner sidewall where the first mounting hole is provided;
[0012] The first groove extends axially on the inner wall of the flexible member, and several first grooves are arranged circumferentially along the inner wall of the flexible member.
[0013] In one possible implementation, the end face of the flexible member is provided with a plurality of second grooves;
[0014] The second groove extends radially on the end face of the flexible component, and several second grooves are arranged circumferentially along the end face of the flexible component.
[0015] In one possible implementation, a slot is provided on the outer side wall of the flexible member, and the slot is disposed along the outer periphery of the flexible member;
[0016] The slot is used to engage with the connecting bracket.
[0017] In one possible implementation, the connecting bracket is provided with a snap-fit portion;
[0018] The flexible component is inserted into the snap-fit part, and the snap-fit groove mates with the snap-fit part.
[0019] In one possible implementation, the snap-fit portion has an opening that is formed along the sidewall of the snap-fit portion.
[0020] In one possible implementation, the fastener has a first end and a second end. The first end is inserted into a first mounting hole in the flexible member, and the second end is provided with a stop portion. The radial dimension of the stop portion is greater than the radial dimension of the first end, and the stop portion is used to abut against the end face of the flexible member.
[0021] In one possible implementation, the length of the first mounting hole in the flexible member is set to L, and the length of the fixing member is less than or equal to 0.95L.
[0022] A second aspect of this application provides an installation structure, including a thermal management module and the aforementioned bracket assembly;
[0023] The bracket assembly is securely connected to the thermal management module using fasteners.
[0024] The mounting structure provided in the second aspect of this application includes a thermal management module and the aforementioned bracket assembly. The bracket assembly is fixedly connected to the thermal management module using fasteners. Thus, the mounting structure provided in this application effectively addresses the noise and vibration issues of highly integrated thermal management modules.
[0025] A third aspect of this application provides a vehicle, including a vehicle body and the aforementioned bracket assembly, the bracket assembly being connected to the vehicle body.
[0026] The fourth aspect of this application provides a vehicle, including a vehicle body and the aforementioned mounting structure, the mounting structure being connected to the vehicle body.
[0027] It should be understood that the second, third and fourth aspects of this application correspond to the technical solutions of the first aspect of this application, and the beneficial effects achieved by each aspect and the corresponding feasible implementation are similar, and will not be repeated here.
[0028] In addition to the technical problems solved by this application, the technical features constituting the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by the technical features of these technical solutions as described above, other technical problems that can be solved by the bracket assembly, mounting structure, and vehicle provided by this application, other technical features contained in the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by these technical features will be further described in detail in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description
[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this application or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only a part of the embodiments of this application. These drawings and text descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept of this application in any way, but to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0031] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the installation structure provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0032] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the flexible component of the support assembly provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0033] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing component of the bracket assembly provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure combining the flexible and fixed parts of the support assembly provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0035] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0036] 100-bracket assembly;
[0037] 200 - Connecting bracket; 210 - Snap-fit part; 211 - Opening part; 220 - Fixing hole;
[0038] 300 - Flexible component; 310 - First mounting hole; 320 - Hollow cavity; 330 - First groove; 340 - Second groove; 350 - Slot;
[0039] 400 - Fixing element; 410 - First end; 420 - Second end; 421 - Stop; 422 - Second mounting hole;
[0040] 500 - Installation structure;
[0041] 600-Thermal Management Module;
[0042] 700 - Fasteners. Detailed Implementation
[0043] As described in the background section, in current automobiles, the highly integrated central thermal management module is typically located on the vehicle body, thus requiring vibration isolation design during its installation. Furthermore, as people's demands for the driving experience of new energy vehicles increase, the workload of the highly integrated central thermal management module is also gradually increasing, and noise and vibration issues during operation need to be addressed.
[0044] To address the aforementioned technical problems, embodiments of this application provide a bracket assembly, a mounting structure, and a vehicle. The bracket assembly provided in the first aspect of this application includes a connecting bracket, a flexible member, and a fixing member. The flexible member is fixedly connected to the connecting bracket. The flexible member has a first mounting hole to form a hollow cavity, and the fixing member passes through the first mounting hole and is inserted into the hollow cavity. Thus, the bracket assembly provided in this application, by using a flexible member fixedly connected to the connecting bracket, and with the fixing member passing through the first mounting hole of the flexible member and inserted into the hollow cavity, features more efficient assembly, better vibration isolation performance, lighter weight, and simpler structure.
[0045] The mounting structure provided in the second aspect of this application includes a thermal management module and the aforementioned bracket assembly. The bracket assembly is fixedly connected to the thermal management module using fasteners. Thus, the mounting structure provided in this application effectively addresses the noise and vibration issues of highly integrated thermal management modules.
[0046] A third aspect of this application provides a vehicle, including a vehicle body and the aforementioned bracket assembly, the bracket assembly being connected to the vehicle body.
[0047] The fourth aspect of this application provides a vehicle, including a vehicle body and the aforementioned mounting structure, the mounting structure being connected to the vehicle body.
[0048] The embodiments of this application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this application from the content disclosed in this specification. This application can also be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be modified or changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the spirit of this application. It should be understood that the preferred embodiments are only for illustrating this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application.
[0049] It should be noted that the illustrations provided in the following embodiments are only schematic representations of the basic concept of this application. Therefore, the drawings only show the components related to this application and are not drawn according to the actual number, shape and size of the components in the actual implementation. In the actual implementation, the form, quantity and proportion of each component can be arbitrarily changed, and the layout of the components may also be more complex.
[0050] This application provides a bracket assembly, a mounting structure, and a vehicle. By using a flexible member to fix the component to the connecting bracket, with the fixing member passing through a first mounting hole in the flexible member and inserted into the hollow cavity, it features more efficient assembly, better vibration isolation performance, lighter weight, and simpler structure. The specific structure of the bracket assembly, mounting structure, and vehicle provided in this application embodiment will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0051] refer to Figure 1 as well as Figure 2 This application provides a support assembly 100 in a first aspect. The support assembly 100 may include a connecting support 200, a flexible member 300, and a fixing member 400. In this application embodiment, the flexible member 300 may be fixedly connected to the connecting support 200. In one possible implementation, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the flexible member 300 may have a first mounting hole 310 inside, thereby forming a hollow cavity 320 inside the flexible member 300. The size of the hollow cavity 320 is large enough to accommodate the fixing member 400, so that the fixing member 400 can pass through the first mounting hole 310 and be inserted into the hollow cavity 320. In this way, the fixing member 400 can cooperate with the flexible member 300, so that the fixing member 400 and the flexible member 300 are jointly fixed to the connecting bracket 200.
[0052] In the embodiments of this application, it can be understood that the connection relationship between the connecting bracket 200, the flexible member 300 and the fixing member 400 is simple, the assembly is more efficient, and the setting of the hollow cavity 320 makes the entire bracket assembly 100 lighter and the structure simpler.
[0053] In one possible implementation, the flexible member 300 can be a cylindrical structure, and the material of the flexible member 300 can be selected from materials with good elasticity and damping properties. For example, the flexible member 300 can be made of materials such as rubber or polyurethane. In this way, the flexible member 300 can absorb vibration energy, thereby further enhancing the vibration isolation effect.
[0054] Based on the above embodiments, in one possible implementation, such as Figure 2 As shown, the number of flexible members 300 and fixed members 400 can be two. In this embodiment of the application, the number of flexible members 300 and fixed members 400 is not limited.
[0055] Continue to refer to Figure 3 Based on the above embodiments, a first groove 330 may be formed on the inner sidewall of the flexible member 300 where the first mounting hole 310 is located. In one possible implementation, the number of first grooves 330 may be several; this application embodiment does not limit the number of first grooves 330. In this application embodiment, several first grooves 330 may be arranged circumferentially along the inner sidewall of the flexible member 300, and the several first grooves 330 may be evenly and spaced apart on the inner sidewall of the flexible member 300 where the first mounting hole 310 is located. It is understood that each first groove 330 may extend axially on the inner sidewall of the flexible member 300, thereby giving the first groove 330 a relatively long length.
[0056] It is understood that, in the embodiments of this application, the arrangement of several first grooves 330 facilitates the absorption and attenuation of vibration in the axial direction by the flexible member 300, thereby achieving good vibration isolation performance.
[0057] Continue to refer to Figure 3 Based on the above embodiments, taking the flexible member 300 as a cylindrical structure as an example, the flexible member 300 may have two end faces. Further, a second groove 340 may be formed on both end faces of the flexible member 300. In one possible implementation, the number of second grooves 340 may be several; this application embodiment does not limit the number of second grooves 340. In this application embodiment, taking one end face as an example, several second grooves 340 may be arranged circumferentially along the end face of the flexible member 300, and the several second grooves 340 may be evenly and spaced apart on the end face of the flexible member 300. It is understood that each second groove 340 may extend radially on the end face of the flexible member 300, thereby giving the second groove 340 a relatively long length dimension.
[0058] It is understood that, in the embodiments of this application, the arrangement of several second grooves 340 facilitates the absorption and attenuation of vibrations by the flexible member 300 in the radial direction, thereby achieving good vibration isolation performance. Thus, by providing the first groove 330 and the second groove 340, the flexible member 300 can absorb vibrations in different axial and radial directions, thereby effectively ensuring the vibration isolation performance of the support assembly 100.
[0059] Continue to refer to Figure 3 Based on the above embodiments, in one possible implementation, a slot 350 may be formed on the outer side wall of the flexible member 300. The slot 350 may be provided along the outer periphery of the flexible member 300. It is understood that the slot 350 can be used to engage with the connecting bracket 200.
[0060] Continue to refer to Figure 2 Based on the above embodiments, the connecting bracket 200 may be provided with a snap-fit portion 210. In one possible implementation, the number of snap-fit portions 210 may be the same as the number of flexible members 300; this application embodiment does not limit the number of snap-fit portions 210. In this application embodiment, the number of snap-fit portions 210 may be two. It is understood that, combined with... Figure 3 As can be seen, the flexible component 300 can be inserted into the snap-fit part 210, and the snap-fit groove 350 of the flexible component 300 can cooperate with the snap-fit part 210, so that the flexible component 300 is fixedly connected to the connecting bracket 200.
[0061] Of course, in other embodiments, the flexible element 300 and the connecting bracket 200 may also be connected in other ways, and this application embodiment is not limited to these.
[0062] Continue to refer to Figure 2 Based on the above embodiments, the snap-fit portion 210 may have an opening 211. The opening 211 may be formed along the side wall of the snap-fit portion 210. In this way, the flexible member 300 can be inserted into the snap-fit portion 210 along the opening 211, thereby causing the slot 350 of the flexible member 300 to engage with the snap-fit portion 210 of the connecting bracket 200.
[0063] refer to Figure 4Based on the above embodiments, in one possible implementation, the fastener 400 may have a first end 410 and a second end 420. The first end 410 can be inserted into the first mounting hole 310 of the flexible member 300, while the second end 420 may have a stop portion 421. In one possible implementation, the radial dimension of the stop portion 421 may be larger than the radial dimension of the first end 410. It is understood that after the first end 410 of the fastener 400 is inserted into the first mounting hole 310 of the flexible member 300, the stop portion 421 can abut against the end face of the flexible member 300, providing a good fixing effect and preventing misinstallation of the fastener 400.
[0064] In one possible implementation, the fastener 400 may also be a cylindrical structure; for example, the fastener 400 may be a sleeve structure. The stop portion 421 may extend radially from the second end 420 of the fastener 400, such that the radial dimension of the stop portion 421 is larger than the radial dimension of the first end 410. In this embodiment, the stop portion 421 may be integrally formed with the first end 410 of the fastener 400; this embodiment is not limited thereto.
[0065] refer to Figure 4 as well as Figure 5 Based on the above embodiments, in one possible implementation, the second end 420 of the fastener 400 may also have a second mounting hole 422. It is understood that the fastener 700 can pass through the second mounting hole 422, thereby fixing the fastener 400 and the flexible member 300 together.
[0066] Continue to refer to Figure 3 Based on the above embodiments, in one possible implementation, the length of the first mounting hole 310 in the flexible member 300 can be set to L, while the length of the fixing member 400 can be less than or equal to 0.95L. For example, the length of the fixing member 400 can be 0.95L. It is understood that the length range of the fixing member 400 is set such that the height of the fixing member 400 is lower than the height of the flexible member 300. In this embodiment, the first end 410 of the fixing member 400 can be completely located within the hollow cavity 320 of the flexible member 300. Because the flexible member 300 is flexible, the height difference between the fixing member 400 and the flexible member 300 can provide a certain compression space for the flexible member 300, thereby facilitating the absorption of vibration energy by the flexible member 300. In this way, both the vibration isolation performance of the support assembly 100 and the reliability of the fixing member 400 can be effectively guaranteed.
[0067] Continue to refer to Figure 1 as well as Figure 2This application provides a mounting structure 500 in a second aspect. The mounting structure 500 may include a thermal management module 600 and the aforementioned bracket assembly 100. The bracket assembly 100 is fixedly connected to the thermal management module 600 by fasteners 700. In one possible implementation, the number of bracket assemblies 100 may be at least two, and this application does not limit the number. In this application embodiment, two bracket assemblies 100 are used as an example. The two bracket assemblies 100 can be fixedly connected to both ends of the thermal management module 600, thereby isolating the thermal management module 600 from vibration and effectively solving the noise and vibration problem of the thermal management module 600.
[0068] Continue to refer to Figure 2 In one possible implementation, the connecting bracket 200 of the bracket assembly 100 may have fixing holes 220, and the number of fixing holes 220 and fasteners 700 is the same, and the number of fixing holes 220 and fasteners 700 may be several, which is not limited in this embodiment. In this embodiment, three fixing holes 220 and three fasteners 700 are used as examples. The fasteners 700 can pass through the fixing holes 220 and be fixed to the housing of the thermal management module 600, thereby fixing the bracket assembly 100 to the thermal management module 600.
[0069] Based on the above embodiments, in one possible implementation, the fastener 700 can be a bolt, and the embodiments of this application are not limited herein.
[0070] This application provides a vehicle (not shown in the figures) in a third aspect. The vehicle may include a vehicle body (not shown in the figures) and the aforementioned bracket assembly 100. In this application embodiment, the bracket assembly 100 may be connected to the vehicle body.
[0071] Additionally, the vehicle provided in this application embodiment may further include a vehicle body and the aforementioned mounting structure 500. In this application embodiment, the mounting structure 500 can be connected to the vehicle body. The thermal management module 600 of the mounting structure 500 can be fixedly connected to the engine compartment crossbeam of the vehicle body via the bracket assembly 100 of the mounting structure 500.
[0072] In this embodiment, the support assembly 100 includes a connecting bracket 200, a flexible member 300, and a fixing member 400. The flexible member 300 is fixedly connected to the connecting bracket 200. The flexible member 300 has a first mounting hole 310 to form a hollow cavity 320, and the fixing member 400 passes through the first mounting hole 310 and is inserted into the hollow cavity 320. Thus, the support assembly 100 provided in this embodiment, by using the flexible member 300 to be fixedly connected to the connecting bracket 200, and the fixing member 400 passing through the first mounting hole 310 of the flexible member 300 and being inserted into the hollow cavity 320, has the advantages of more efficient assembly, better vibration isolation performance, lighter weight, and simpler structure.
[0073] The various embodiments or implementation methods described in this specification are presented in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other.
[0074] It should be noted that phrases such as "in specific implementations," "in some embodiments," "in this embodiment," and "exemplarily" in the specification indicate that the described embodiments may include specific features, structures, or characteristics, but not every embodiment necessarily includes that specific feature, structure, or characteristic. Furthermore, such phrases do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Moreover, when a specific feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with an embodiment, implementing such a feature, structure, or characteristic in conjunction with other embodiments, whether explicitly described or not, is within the knowledge scope of those skilled in the art.
[0075] Generally speaking, terms should be understood at least in part by their use in context. For example, at least in part by context, the term "one or more" as used in the text can be used to describe any feature, structure, or characteristic of the singular meaning, or a combination of features, structures, or characteristics of the plural meaning. Similarly, at least in part by context, terms such as "a" or "the" can also be understood to convey either singular or plural usage.
[0076] It should be readily understood that “on,” “above,” and “on top of” in this disclosure should be interpreted in the broadest manner, such that “on” means not only “directly on something” but also “on something” with an intermediate feature or layer therebetween, and that “above” or “on top of” means not only “on something” but also “on something” without an intermediate feature or layer therebetween (i.e., directly on something).
[0077] Furthermore, for ease of explanation, spatially relative terms such as "below," "below," "under," "above," and "above" may be used to describe the relationship of one element or feature relative to other elements or features as shown in the figures. Spatially relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation other than those shown in the figures. The device may have other orientations (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatially relative descriptive terms used herein may be interpreted accordingly.
[0078] Finally, it should be noted that other embodiments of the invention will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. This invention is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the invention that follow the general principles of the invention and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein, and is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the invention is limited only by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A support assembly (100), characterized in that, include: Connecting bracket (200); A flexible component (300) is fixedly connected to the connecting bracket (200). The fastener (400) has a first mounting hole (310) to form a hollow cavity (320). The fastener (400) passes through the first mounting hole (310) and is inserted into the hollow cavity (320).
2. The support assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible component (300) has a plurality of first grooves (330) on its inner sidewall where the first mounting hole (310) is opened. The first groove (330) extends axially on the inner sidewall of the flexible member (300), and a plurality of the first grooves (330) are arranged circumferentially along the inner sidewall of the flexible member (300).
3. The support assembly (100) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The end face of the flexible component (300) is provided with a plurality of second grooves (340). The second groove (340) extends radially on the end face of the flexible member (300), and a plurality of the second grooves (340) are arranged circumferentially along the end face of the flexible member (300).
4. The support assembly (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, A slot (350) is provided on the outer side wall of the flexible component (300), and the slot (350) is provided along the outer periphery of the flexible component (300); The slot (350) is used to engage with the connecting bracket (200).
5. The support assembly (100) according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connecting bracket (200) is provided with a snap-fit part (210); The flexible component (300) is inserted into the snap-fit portion (210), and the snap-fit groove (350) cooperates with the snap-fit portion (210).
6. The support assembly (100) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The snap-fit portion (210) has an opening (211) which is formed along the side wall of the snap-fit portion (210).
7. The support assembly (100) according to claim 6, characterized in that, The fastener (400) has a first end (410) and a second end (420). The first end (410) is inserted into the first mounting hole (310) of the flexible member (300). The second end (420) is provided with a stop (421). The radial dimension of the stop (421) is greater than the radial dimension of the first end (410). The stop (421) is used to abut against the end face of the flexible member (300).
8. The support assembly (100) according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The length of the first mounting hole (310) opened in the flexible member (300) is set to L, and the length of the fixing member (400) is less than or equal to 0.95L.
9. An installation structure (500), characterized in that, It includes a thermal management module (600) and a support assembly (100) as described in any one of claims 1-8. The bracket assembly (100) is fixedly connected to the thermal management module (600) by fasteners (700).
10. A vehicle, characterized in that, It includes a vehicle body and a bracket assembly (100) as described in any one of claims 1-8, the bracket assembly (100) being connected to the vehicle body.
11. A vehicle, characterized in that, It includes a vehicle body and the mounting structure (500) as described in claim 9, wherein the mounting structure (500) is connected to the vehicle body.