Wheel decorative cover and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model relates to a wheel decorative cover and a vehicle, belongs to the technical field of vehicles, and aims to solve the technical problem that the wheel decorative cover is easy to loosen. The wheel decorative cover is used for being connected with a hub, the wheel decorative cover comprises a body, a positioning piece and a locking piece, the body comprises a first surface, the positioning piece is arranged on the first surface and used for being connected with the hub, the locking piece is arranged on the first surface and used for being connected with the hub, and the locking piece is used for being connected with the hub and locking the body in the circumferential direction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, specifically to a wheel decorative cover and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In the automotive industry, wheel covers, as an important accessory for car wheels, are generally installed in the center of the wheel. Wheel covers serve a decorative function, enhancing the overall aesthetics of the car and making the vehicle more personalized and attractive. Simultaneously, wheel covers also provide protection, effectively preventing the wheel rim from being corroded and damaged by stones, mud, etc., thus extending the wheel rim's lifespan. To achieve a stable connection between the wheel cover and the wheel, existing technologies often incorporate a snap-fit ​​structure between the two. However, in practical applications, it has been found that the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel in these technologies has significant defects: poor connection stability, a high tendency to loosen, and an inability to meet the requirements for a secure connection during vehicle operation. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a wheel cover and a vehicle to overcome the technical problem of wheel covers being easy to loosen.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] According to a first aspect of this application, this application provides a wheel cover for connection with a wheel hub. The wheel cover includes a body, a positioning member, and a locking member. The body includes a first surface, the positioning member is disposed on the first surface and is used for connection with the wheel hub, and the locking member is disposed on the first surface and is used for connection with the wheel hub, and the locking member is used for circumferentially locking the body in connection with the wheel hub.

[0006] According to the aforementioned technical means, a positioning component is disposed on the first surface of the main body and used to connect with the wheel hub. The positioning component can determine the relative position of the wheel cover and the wheel hub. A locking component is also disposed on the first surface and connected to the wheel hub. After locking the main body circumferentially, the locking component can effectively restrict the movement of the wheel cover in the circumferential direction. Even if the wheel is subjected to complex external forces, the locking component can firmly hold the wheel cover in place, preventing the wheel cover from rotating freely in the circumferential direction. This enhances the stability of the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub and solves the problem of the wheel cover easily loosening.

[0007] In one possible implementation, the locking element includes a side plate disposed around a first axis perpendicular to a first surface, and one end edge of the side plate is connected to the first surface.

[0008] Based on the aforementioned technical means, the structure of the side plate surrounding the first axis is adapted to the circular structure of the wheel. When the wheel cover is installed on the wheel hub, this surrounding structure can effectively constrain the body in the circumferential direction.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the cross-section of the side plate has a first opening along a first direction, the first direction being parallel to the first surface.

[0010] According to the above-mentioned technical means, when assembling the wheel cover with the wheel hub, the worker can use the first opening to more conveniently adjust the relative position of the side plate and the wheel hub.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the body further includes a second surface opposite to the first surface, the second surface having a mounting groove recessed toward the first surface, the mounting groove forming a protrusion on the first surface, a positioning member disposed on the periphery of the protrusion, and a locking member disposed on the side of the positioning member away from the protrusion along the direction from the protrusion toward the positioning member.

[0012] According to the above-mentioned technical means, the mounting groove and the protrusion formed on the second surface provide a more stable foundation for the installation of the entire wheel cover. The groove part of the mounting groove can be used to install vehicle identification parts, while the positioning part is set on the periphery of the protrusion, which can be used to more accurately position and install the cover.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the wheel cover further includes a snap-fit ​​element disposed on the first surface, wherein the shortest distance between the snap-fit ​​element and the raised peripheral wall is greater than the shortest distance between the locking element and the raised peripheral wall.

[0014] According to the aforementioned technical means, the snap-fit ​​component is located on the first surface. Due to its larger shortest distance to the protruding peripheral wall, the installer can more easily operate the snap-fit ​​component when installing the wheel cover. The larger distance provides sufficient space, allowing the installer to more easily snap the snap-fit ​​component into the corresponding slot or structure on the wheel hub when aligning the wheel cover with the hub.

[0015] In one possible implementation, there are multiple positioning elements, which are arranged around the periphery of the protrusion and form a first annular space.

[0016] Based on the aforementioned technical means, multiple positioning components form a first annular space, structurally creating a stable support system. During vehicle operation, the wheels are subjected to forces from different directions, including vibrations, impacts, and various external forces caused by uneven road surfaces. The first annular space structure can better disperse these external forces, making the stress on the entire wheel cover more even.

[0017] In one possible implementation, there are multiple snap-fit ​​components arranged around the periphery of the protrusion, and the multiple snap-fit ​​components form a second annular space, with the axes of the first annular space and the second annular space coinciding.

[0018] According to the above-mentioned technical means, multiple snap-fit ​​parts surround the protrusion to form a second annular space. The second annular space cooperates with the first annular space, increasing the connection point and contact area between the wheel cover and the wheel hub, and enhancing the stability of the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the radial dimension of the second annular space is greater than the radial dimension of the first annular space.

[0020] According to the above-mentioned technical means, the snap-fit ​​component and the positioning component can cooperate in the radial direction along the wheel hub to disperse the centrifugal force on the wheel cover, thereby enhancing the stability of the wheel cover connection.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the positioning member has a limiting groove on the surface facing the protrusion, and the wheel cover also includes an elastic member connected to the positioning member, the elastic member being at least partially accommodated within the limiting groove.

[0022] Based on the aforementioned technical means, when the wheel cover is mated to the wheel hub, the elastic properties of the elastic element allow it to automatically adapt to positional deviations of the positioning structure on the wheel hub. When the wheel cover is subjected to vibration, the elastic element compresses or expands within the limiting groove, absorbing vibration energy and preventing direct transmission of vibration to the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub, thereby reducing the risk of loosening at the connection point. Simultaneously, the elastic element continuously provides a certain preload force, ensuring that the positioning element always fits tightly against the wheel hub positioning structure. Working together with multiple snap-fit ​​components, this further enhances the stability of the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub.

[0023] According to a second aspect of this application, a vehicle is provided that includes the aforementioned wheel cover.

[0024] Based on the aforementioned technical means, the wheel cover can be stably connected to the vehicle's wheel hub to ensure stable vehicle operation.

[0025] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0026] (1) This application avoids relative rotation between the wheel cover and the wheel hub by setting a locking element, thereby improving the stability of the wheel cover.

[0027] (2) This application enhances the strength of the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel through the cooperation of the positioning part and the snap-fit ​​part.

[0028] It should be noted that the technical effects of the second implementation method can be found in the technical effects of the corresponding implementation method in the first aspect, and will not be repeated here.

[0029] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0030] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application, and do not constitute an undue limitation of this application.

[0031] Figure 1 This application provides an embodiment of an installation diagram of a wheel decorative cover;

[0032] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of one side surface structure of a wheel decorative cover provided in this application embodiment;

[0033] Figure 3 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of a wheel decorative cover provided in this application embodiment;

[0034] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of a wheel decorative cover provided in this application embodiment;

[0035] Figure 5 This application provides an embodiment of an installation cross-sectional view of a wheel decorative cover.

[0036] Figure label:

[0037] 100 - Identification part; 200 - Body; 201 - First surface; 2011 - Protrusion; 2012 - Positioning part; 2013 - Locking part; 2014 - Snap-fit ​​part; 2015 - Edge boss; 202 - Second surface; 2021 - Mounting groove; 300 - Elastic part; 400 - Hub. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of this application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0039] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. The implementation methods described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all implementation methods consistent with this application.

[0040] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 This application provides a vehicle, which includes a wheel and a wheel cover, the wheel cover being connected to the wheel hub 400.

[0041] Based on the aforementioned technical means, the wheel cover can conceal the center hole and fixing bolts of the wheel hub 400, thus combining aesthetics and protection.

[0042] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and combined Figure 1 This application provides a wheel decorative cover for connection with a wheel hub 400. The wheel decorative cover includes a body 200, a positioning member 2012, and a locking member 2013. The body 200 includes a first surface 201. The positioning member 2012 is disposed on the first surface 201 and is used to connect with the wheel hub 400. The locking member 2013 is disposed on the first surface 201 and is used to connect with the wheel hub 400. The locking member 2013 is used to lock the body 200 circumferentially when connected with the wheel hub 400.

[0043] Based on this, the positioning component 2012 first achieves the positioning connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub 400, ensuring the accuracy of the installation reference; the locking component 2013 provides a circumferential locking function for the body 200, effectively resisting the circumferential inertial force and vibration generated by the vehicle under rapid acceleration, rapid deceleration or bumpy conditions through the locking action along the circumference of the wheel hub 400. This ensures that the body 200 is tightly fitted to the wheel hub 400 in the axial direction, while preventing the body 200 from moving around in the circumferential direction.

[0044] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The locking member 2013 includes a side plate, which is arranged around a first axis perpendicular to the first surface 201, and one end edge of the side plate is connected to the first surface 201.

[0045] Based on this, the side plate is arranged around the first axis perpendicular to the first surface 201, similar to a "ring clamp" to connect with the vehicle's wheel hub 400. It can fit with the gap between the sheet metal of the vehicle's wheel hub 400 to limit the circumferential movement of the body 200.

[0046] During vehicle operation, the wheels generate various complex forces due to road conditions and steering, including the force that causes the wheel cover to rotate circumferentially. The presence of the side panel acts like a "barrier," preventing the main body 200 from rotating circumferentially, greatly enhancing the stability of the connection between the cover and the wheel hub 400, and effectively preventing the cover from loosening due to circumferential rotation.

[0047] Of course, the locking element 2013 in this application can also be a clip that engages with the wheel hub 400, and this application does not limit it to this.

[0048] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 Along the first direction, the cross-section of the side plate has a first opening, and the first direction is parallel to the first surface 201.

[0049] Understandably, the side panel is designed to avoid a locking structure between itself and the 400mm wheel hub. In this regard, the first opening reduces the amount of material used in the side panel to some extent, thus lowering the cost.

[0050] To ensure the circumferential limiting effect of the side plate, the arc length of the first opening is less than or equal to the perimeter of the side plate cross section.

[0051] Meanwhile, the presence of the first opening provides additional operating space for the installation process of the wheel cover. When assembling the wheel cover with the wheel hub 400, workers can use the first opening to more easily adjust the relative position of the side plate and the wheel hub 400, improving installation efficiency.

[0052] For example, the locking member 2013 is a semi-circular boss.

[0053] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and combined Figure 4 The body 200 also includes a second surface 202 opposite to the first surface 201. The second surface 202 is provided with a mounting groove 2021 recessed toward the first surface 201. The mounting groove 2021 forms a protrusion 2011 on the first surface 201. A positioning member 2012 is provided on the periphery of the protrusion 2011. Along the direction from the protrusion 2011 toward the positioning member 2012, a locking member 2013 is provided on the side of the positioning member 2012 away from the protrusion 2011.

[0054] Based on this, the protrusion 2011 formed by the mounting groove 2021 can cooperate with the positioning member 2012 and the locking member 2013 to form a certain clamping structure on the body 200 to resist the shaking of the wheel during driving and prevent the body 200 from shifting or shaking on the wheel hub 400.

[0055] In other embodiments, please refer to Figure 4The wheel cover also includes an identifier 100, which engages with a mounting groove 2021 to form a secure connection.

[0056] For example, the identification element 100 is a vehicle logo.

[0057] In another example, the mounting groove 2021 is provided with a triangular snap-fit ​​hole, and the identification piece 100 is provided with three snap-fit ​​pieces 2014, one snap-fit ​​piece 2014 corresponding to one snap-fit ​​hole, so as to make the identification piece 100 connected more stably.

[0058] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 The wheel cover also includes a snap-fit ​​element 2014, which is disposed on the first surface 201, and the shortest distance between the snap-fit ​​element 2014 and the peripheral wall of the protrusion 2011 is greater than the shortest distance between the locking element 2013 and the peripheral wall of the protrusion 2011.

[0059] Based on this, when installing the wheel cover, the snap-fit ​​component 2014 has ample space to find and snap into the corresponding slot or structure on the wheel hub 400. This reduces installation difficulty, saves installation time, and significantly improves overall installation efficiency.

[0060] The snap-fit ​​element 2014 and the locking element 2013 work together at different locations relative to the periphery of the protrusion 2011, forming a multi-layered and more stable connection structure. During vehicle operation, the wheels are subjected to various complex external forces, such as vibration, impact, centrifugal force, and irregular forces generated by road conditions. The snap-fit ​​element 2014, located further away from the protrusion 2011, provides additional connection points for the wheel cover in areas far from the locking element 2013. When the wheel is subjected to external forces, the snap-fit ​​element 2014 and the locking element 2013 work together from different positions and angles to better disperse and resist these forces, preventing the cover from shifting, loosening, or falling off.

[0061] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 The number of positioning elements 2012 is multiple, and the multiple positioning elements 2012 are arranged around the periphery of the protrusion 2011, and the multiple positioning elements 2012 form a first annular space.

[0062] Based on this, multiple positioning components 2012 are evenly distributed around the protrusion 2011, which can simultaneously position the wheel cover and the wheel hub 400 from multiple directions, so as to ensure that the wheel cover can be accurately aligned with the wheel hub 400 in all directions, greatly reducing installation deviation and significantly improving positioning accuracy.

[0063] For example, there are nine positioning elements 2012.

[0064] Another example is that the positioning element 2012 is a U-shaped boss.

[0065] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 There are multiple snap-fit ​​pieces 2014, which are arranged around the periphery of the protrusion 2011 and form a second annular space. The axes of the first annular space and the second annular space coincide.

[0066] For example, there are five card connectors in 2014.

[0067] Based on this, multiple snap-fit ​​components 2014 in the second annular space, together with multiple positioning components 2012 in the first annular space, secure the wheel cover from different levels and angles. This increases the connection points and contact area between the wheel cover and the wheel hub 400, effectively dispersing and resisting external forces, enhancing the stability of the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub 400, and preventing the wheel cover from shifting, loosening, or even falling off during driving.

[0068] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 The radial dimension of the second annular space is greater than that of the first annular space.

[0069] Based on this, on the one hand, the second annular space and the first annular space can meet the connection requirements between the wheel device cover and the wheel hub 400 at different levels, thus improving the stability of the connection; on the other hand, multiple snap-fit ​​parts 2014 and multiple positioning parts 2012 can expand the connection adaptability of the wheel decorative cover to adapt to different vehicle models.

[0070] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 , Figure 3 and combined Figure 5 The positioning member 2012 has a limiting groove on the surface facing the protrusion 2011. The wheel decorative cover also includes an elastic member 300, which is connected to the positioning member 2012. The elastic member 300 is at least partially housed in the limiting groove.

[0071] Based on this, when the wheel cover is mated to the wheel hub 400, there may be initial alignment deviations between the positioning structure on the wheel hub 400 and the positioning component 2012. The elastic component 300 deforms flexibly within the limiting groove, automatically adapting to the positional differences of the positioning structure and guiding the positioning component 2012 to better fit the positioning structure of the wheel hub 400. When the wheel cover is subjected to vibration, the elastic component 300 compresses or extends within the limiting groove, absorbing vibration energy and preventing vibration from being directly transmitted to the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub 400, thereby reducing the risk of the connection point loosening due to frequent vibration. At the same time, the elastic component 300 always provides a certain preload force to ensure that the positioning component 2012 fits tightly against the positioning structure of the wheel hub 400. Working in conjunction with other components, it further enhances the stability of the connection between the wheel cover and the wheel hub 400, ensuring reliable installation of the wheel cover under complex road conditions and maintaining a stable connection even when driving on bumpy roads.

[0072] For example, the elastic element 300 is a spring coil steel wire.

[0073] Another example is that the elastic element 300 is an elastic rubber ring.

[0074] In other embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The wheel cover has edge protrusions 2015 on at least three edges to engage with the vehicle wheel hub 400, thereby preventing the wheel cover from deforming.

[0075] It should be noted that the material of the aforementioned wheel cover can be sheet metal or plastic, and this application does not limit it. Furthermore, this application uses an aluminum wheel cover as an example for illustration.

[0076] The above are merely specific embodiments of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A wheel decorative cover for connection with a wheel hub (400), characterized in that, include: Body (200), the body (200) including a first surface (201); A positioning element (2012) is disposed on the first surface (201), the positioning element (2012) being used to connect with the hub (400); A locking member (2013) is provided on the first surface (201), the locking member (2013) is used to connect with the hub (400), and the locking member (2013) is used to connect with the hub (400) to lock the body (200) circumferentially.

2. The wheel decorative cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking member (2013) includes a side plate arranged around a first axis perpendicular to the first surface (201), and one end edge of the side plate is connected to the first surface (201).

3. The wheel decorative cover according to claim 2, characterized in that, Along a first direction, the cross-section of the side plate has a first opening, and the first direction is parallel to the first surface (201).

4. The wheel decorative cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The body (200) further includes a second surface (202) opposite to the first surface (201). The second surface (202) is provided with a mounting groove (2021) recessed toward the first surface (201). The mounting groove (2021) forms a protrusion (2011) on the first surface (201). The positioning member (2012) is provided on the periphery of the protrusion (2011) in the direction from the protrusion (2011) toward the positioning member (2012). The locking member (2013) is provided on the side of the positioning member (2012) away from the protrusion (2011).

5. The wheel decorative cover according to claim 4, characterized in that, Also includes: A snap-fit ​​element (2014) is disposed on the first surface (201), and the shortest distance between the snap-fit ​​element (2014) and the peripheral wall of the protrusion (2011) is greater than the shortest distance between the locking element (2013) and the peripheral wall of the protrusion (2011).

6. The wheel decorative cover according to claim 5, characterized in that, The number of positioning elements (2012) is multiple, and the multiple positioning elements (2012) are arranged around the periphery of the protrusion (2011), and the multiple positioning elements (2012) form a first annular space.

7. The wheel decorative cover according to claim 6, characterized in that, The number of the snap-fit ​​components (2014) is multiple, and the multiple snap-fit ​​components (2014) are arranged around the periphery of the protrusion (2011), and the multiple snap-fit ​​components (2014) form a second annular space, the axis of the first annular space and the axis of the second annular space coincide.

8. The wheel decorative cover according to claim 7, characterized in that, The radial dimension of the second annular space is greater than the radial dimension of the first annular space.

9. The wheel cover according to any one of claims 4-8, characterized in that, The positioning element (2012) has a limiting groove on its surface facing the protrusion (2011), and the wheel decorative cover further includes: An elastic element (300) is connected to the positioning element (2012), and the elastic element (300) is at least partially housed within the limiting groove.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The wheel cover according to any one of claims 1-9.

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