Three-in-one sensor assembly

By designing through holes and anti-detachment snap-fit ​​tabs in the three-in-one sensor assembly, the problems of complex sensor installation and unstable connection are solved, realizing a simple connection method and efficient data transmission, and improving the stability and durability of the sensor.

CN223976676UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06ZHEJIANG HOWYAA AUTO PARTS CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-20
Publication Date
2026-03-06

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Technical Problem

The existing three-in-one sensor has a complicated installation method, requiring additional connection structures, which leads to unstable connections and low data transmission efficiency.

Method used

A through hole is made in the center of the housing. The angle sensor base and mounting base are connected by a connecting groove, an anti-detachment structure and a snap-fit ​​piece to ensure a stable connection between the sensor and the throttle body shaft. The snap-fit ​​piece has a snap-fit ​​hook and a limit block, and the anti-detachment hook design prevents loosening and falling off. The sensor is protected by a sealing strip.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the sensor installation process, improves connection stability and data transmission efficiency, enhances sensor durability and protection capabilities, and reduces the risk of failure.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a three-in-one sensor assembly which comprises a shell and an electrical connector arranged on one side of the shell, a penetrating hole for an angle sensor to penetrate is formed in the center of the shell, and the angle sensor comprises a sensor base and an installation base fixedly arranged at the upper end of the sensor base and an external throttle valve middle shaft. A connecting groove is formed in the center of the mounting base, a clamping piece is arranged in the connecting groove through an anti-disengaging structure and comprises a U-shaped connecting plate, a clamping groove is formed in the center of the U-shaped connecting plate, and a clamping hook clamped with a middle shaft of an external throttle valve is arranged on the side, facing the clamping groove, of the vertical face of one side of the U-shaped connecting plate. The connecting groove in the center of the mounting seat is matched with the anti-falling structure and the clamping piece, so that stable connection between the sensor and the middle shaft of the throttle valve is ensured, loosening and falling are effectively prevented, an external mounting structure is not needed for connection, and the connection mode is simplified.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive electronic control technology, specifically to a three-in-one sensor assembly. Background Technology

[0002] The 3-in-1 sensor is a multi-functional integrated sensor designed specifically for motorcycles. It cleverly combines angle measurement, pressure detection, and temperature monitoring into one unit, providing comprehensive real-time data support for motorcycles. Whether it's the motorcycle's lean angle during riding, changes in tire pressure, or engine temperature, this sensor can accurately capture these parameters and provide real-time feedback to the rider through an intelligent system. Its compact design, easy installation process, and high reliability make it an indispensable upgrade accessory for enhancing motorcycle performance and ensuring riding safety.

[0003] CN109883488A discloses a throttle body three-in-one sensor device, including a housing and a top cover. The housing has an electrical connection connector and a cylindrical groove inside, within which a rotor is housed. An eccentric column is located on the upper surface of the rotor, and rotating blades are fixedly mounted on the eccentric column. A fixing plate is located above the rotor, and an arc-shaped hole is provided on the fixing plate. An integrated circuit board is located on the fixing plate, including a circuit board substrate. The circuit board substrate has a pressure testing chip, a temperature testing chip, and a rotation angle testing unit. The rotating blades are matched with the rotation angle testing unit. A temperature measuring rod is also provided on the housing and connected to the circuit board substrate. A pressure measuring cavity is also provided inside the housing, and the pressure measuring cavity is connected and matched with the pressure testing chip. However, this technology requires an external additional connection structure to connect with the sensor when connected to the throttle body, making the installation method complex. Therefore, this technology still has room for improvement. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a three-in-one sensor assembly to address the shortcomings of the prior art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a three-in-one sensor assembly, comprising a housing and an electrical connector disposed on one side of the housing, characterized in that: the housing has a through hole at its center for an angle sensor to pass through, the angle sensor includes a sensor base and a mounting seat fixedly disposed on the upper end of the sensor base and the external throttle body central shaft, the mounting seat has a connecting groove at its center, the connecting groove has a snap-fit ​​piece disposed therewith an anti-detachment structure, the snap-fit ​​piece includes a U-shaped connecting plate, the U-shaped connecting plate has a snap-fit ​​groove at its center, and one side of the vertical surface of the U-shaped connecting plate facing the snap-fit ​​groove has a snap-fit ​​hook for snapping with the external throttle body central shaft.

[0006] By adopting the above technical solution, a through hole is opened in the center of the housing. The angle sensor includes a sensor base and a mounting base. The connecting groove in the center of the mounting base, together with the anti-detachment structure and the snap-fit ​​piece, ensures a stable connection between the sensor and the throttle body shaft, effectively preventing loosening and falling off. There is no need to connect through an external mounting structure. The sensor body can be directly snapped onto the throttle body shaft, which simplifies the connection method. At the same time, it can detect the angle while snapping on, improving the efficiency and stability of data transmission.

[0007] The aforementioned three-in-one sensor assembly can be further configured as follows: the anti-detachment structure includes a limiting groove vertically disposed on the inner wall of the connecting groove; the U-shaped connecting plate is provided with a limiting block on the side of the connecting groove facing the inner wall of the same vertical plane as the locking structure; the limiting block is placed in the limiting groove; the inner wall of the connecting groove is also provided with an anti-detachment hole; the vertical plane of the U-shaped connecting plate away from the locking hook is provided with an anti-detachment hook; the anti-detachment hook is bent into the anti-detachment hole; the U-shaped connecting plate is provided with a locking protrusion at the bottom of the anti-detachment hook; the edge of the connecting groove is provided with an arc-shaped abutment groove; and the top of the U-shaped connecting plate is provided with an arc-shaped abutment plate that abuts against the arc-shaped abutment groove.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the cooperation between the limiting block and the limiting groove effectively restricts the displacement of the U-shaped connecting plate in the vertical direction; the bending design of the anti-disengagement hook and anti-disengagement hole further enhances the tightness of the connection and prevents the snap-fit ​​piece from accidentally falling off; the snap-fit ​​protrusion ensures the accurate positioning of the U-shaped connecting plate and the connecting groove; and the abutment of the arc-shaped abutment plate and the arc-shaped abutment groove provides additional support and enhances the stability of the entire structure.

[0009] The aforementioned three-in-one sensor assembly can be further configured as follows: the housing has a receiving cavity, the receiving cavity communicates with the through hole, the receiving cavity has an integrated circuit board, the sensor base is electrically connected to the integrated circuit board, and the integrated circuit board also has a pressure chip, a temperature sensor probe, and a connection terminal.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the pressure chip, temperature sensor probe, and connection terminals integrated on the integrated circuit board enable precise measurement of temperature, pressure, and angle. Through the connection terminals, the sensor can be easily connected to other electronic devices to achieve real-time data transmission and sharing, providing strong support for intelligent control.

[0011] The aforementioned three-in-one sensor assembly can be further configured such that: the connection terminal includes a connection end and pins disposed on both sides of the connection end, one end of the pin is connected to the integrated circuit board and the other end is placed in the electrical connector to connect to external devices.

[0012] Using the above technical solution, the connection terminal includes a connection end and a pin. One end of the pin is connected to the integrated circuit board, and the other end is placed inside the electrical connector, realizing an efficient and stable connection between the sensor and external equipment.

[0013] The aforementioned three-in-one sensor assembly can be further configured such that: the housing is provided with a probe housing on the same side as the through hole, the temperature sensor probe is placed inside the probe housing, and the housing is provided with a mounting positioning post on one side of the probe housing.

[0014] The above technical solution features a probe housing on the same side as the through hole, providing a good protective environment for the temperature sensor probe and preventing it from being interfered with or damaged by external factors. The probe housing enhances the durability and stability of the sensor and also facilitates installation and maintenance. The housing has a mounting positioning post on one side of the probe housing to ensure quick positioning and installation of the sensor and the throttle valve.

[0015] The aforementioned three-in-one sensor assembly can be further configured such that: a through hole is provided around the outer periphery of the housing and a sealing strip is provided along the edge of the probe.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the effective layout of the sealing strip ensures a tight seal between the through hole and the edge of the probe, effectively preventing the intrusion of moisture, dust and impurities, thereby protecting the precision components inside the sensor, reducing the risk of failure caused by environmental factors, and improving the durability of the sensor.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: the connecting groove in the center of the mounting base, together with the anti-detachment structure and the snap-fit ​​piece, ensures a stable connection between the sensor and the throttle body shaft, effectively preventing loosening and falling off, and simplifying the connection method by eliminating the need for an additional external mounting structure. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the angle sensor structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the shell of this utility model;

[0022] 1-Housing, 2-Electrical connector, 3-Angle sensor, 4-Through hole, 5-Sensor base, 6-Mounting base, 7-Connecting groove, 8-Snap-fit ​​piece, 9-U-shaped connecting plate, 10-Snap-fit ​​groove, 11-Snap-fit ​​hook, 12-Limiting groove, 13-Limiting block, 14-Anti-disengagement hole, 15-Anti-disengagement hook, 16-Snap-fitting protrusion, 17-Arc-shaped abutment groove, 18-Arc-shaped abutment plate, 19-Receiving cavity, 20-Integrated circuit board, 21-Pressure chip, 22-Temperature sensor probe, 23-Connecting terminal, 24-Connecting end, 25-Pin, 26-Probe housing, 27-Mounting positioning post, 28-Sealing strip. Detailed Implementation

[0023] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without contributing any inventive step, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by patent law.

[0024] like Figure 1-3The present invention provides the following technical solution: a three-in-one sensor assembly, including a housing 1 and an electrical connector 2 disposed on one side of the housing 1. The housing 1 has a through hole 4 at its center for an angle sensor 3 to pass through. The angle sensor 3 includes a sensor base 5 and a mounting seat 6 fixedly disposed on the upper end of the sensor base 5 and the external throttle body shaft. The mounting seat 6 has a connecting groove 7 at its center. A snap-fit ​​piece 8 is provided in the connecting groove 7 through an anti-detachment structure. The snap-fit ​​piece 8 includes a U-shaped connecting plate 9. The U-shaped connecting plate 9 has a snap-fit ​​groove 10 at its center. One side of plate 9, facing the snap-fit ​​groove 10, has a snap-fit ​​hook 11 for engaging with the external throttle body shaft. A through hole 4 is provided in the center of housing 1. The angle sensor 3 includes a sensor base 5 and a mounting base 6. The connecting groove 7 in the center of mounting base 6, along with an anti-detachment structure and snap-fit ​​piece 8, ensures a secure connection between the sensor and the throttle body shaft, effectively preventing loosening and detachment. No additional external mounting structure is needed; the sensor body can directly snap-fit ​​with the throttle body shaft, simplifying the connection method while simultaneously detecting angle. The efficiency and stability of data transmission are improved. The anti-detachment structure includes a limiting groove 12 vertically set on the inner wall of the connecting groove 7. A limiting block 13 is provided on the side of the U-shaped connecting plate 9 facing the inner wall of the connecting groove 7 on the same vertical plane as the locking structure. The limiting block 13 is placed in the limiting groove 12. The inner wall of the connecting groove 7 is also provided with an anti-detachment hole 14. An anti-detachment hook 15 is provided on the vertical plane of the U-shaped connecting plate 9 away from the locking hook 11. The anti-detachment hook 15 is bent into the anti-detachment hole 14. A locking protrusion 16 is provided at the bottom of the anti-detachment hook 15 on the U-shaped connecting plate 9. An arc-shaped abutment groove 17 is provided on the edge of the connecting groove 7. The U-shaped connecting plate 9 is located at the top of the anti-disengagement hook 15 and has an arc-shaped abutment plate 18 that abuts against the arc-shaped abutment groove 17. The cooperation between the limiting block 13 and the limiting groove 12 effectively restricts the displacement of the U-shaped connecting plate 9 in the vertical direction. The bending design of the anti-disengagement hook 15 and the anti-disengagement hole 14 further enhances the tightness of the connection and prevents the snap-fit ​​piece 8 from accidentally falling off. The snap-fit ​​protrusion 16 ensures the accurate positioning of the U-shaped connecting plate 9 and the connecting groove 7. The abutment between the arc-shaped abutment plate 18 and the arc-shaped abutment groove 17 provides additional support and enhances the stability of the entire structure.

[0025] like Figure 1-4The present invention provides the following technical solution: a three-in-one sensor assembly. A housing 1 has a receiving cavity 19 communicating with a through hole 4. An integrated circuit board 20 is housed within the receiving cavity 19. A sensor base 5 is electrically connected to the integrated circuit board 20. The integrated circuit board 20 also includes a pressure chip 21, a temperature sensor probe 22, and a connecting terminal 24 23. The pressure chip 21, temperature sensor probe 22, and connecting terminal 24 23 integrated on the integrated circuit board 20 enable precise measurement of temperature, pressure, and angle. The connecting terminal 24 23 allows for convenient connection of the sensor to other electronic devices, enabling real-time data transmission and sharing, providing strong support for intelligent control. The connecting terminal 24 23 includes a connecting end 24 and pins 25 disposed on both sides of the connecting end 24. One end of each pin 25 is connected to the integrated circuit board 20, and the other end is placed in an electrical connector 2 for connection to external devices. The connecting terminal 24 23 includes a connecting end 24 and pins 25, with one end of each pin 25 connected to the integrated circuit board 20. The sensor is connected to an electrical connector 2 at one end, enabling efficient and stable connection between the sensor and external devices. A probe housing 26 is located on the same side as the through-hole 4 in the housing 1, and the temperature sensor probe 22 is housed within the probe housing 26. A mounting positioning post 27 is located on one side of the probe housing 26 in the housing 1. The presence of the probe housing 26 on the same side of the through-hole 4 in the housing 1 provides a good protective environment for the temperature sensor probe 22, preventing interference and damage from external factors. The probe housing 26 enhances the durability and stability of the sensor, while also facilitating installation and maintenance. The mounting positioning post 27 on one side of the probe housing 26 in the housing 1 ensures quick positioning and installation of the sensor with the throttle body. A sealing strip 28 is provided around the through-hole 4 and the edge of the probe on the outer periphery of the housing 1. The effective layout of the sealing strip 28 ensures a tight seal between the through-hole 4 and the edge of the probe, effectively preventing the intrusion of moisture, dust, and impurities, thereby protecting the precision components inside the sensor, reducing the risk of failure due to environmental factors, and improving the durability of the sensor.

[0026] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: the connecting groove 7 in the center of the mounting base 6, together with the anti-detachment structure and the snap-fit ​​piece 8, ensures a stable connection between the sensor and the throttle body shaft, effectively preventing loosening and falling off, and simplifying the connection method without the need for additional external mounting structures.

Claims

1. A three-in-one sensor assembly comprising a housing and an electrical connector disposed on one side of the housing, characterized in that: The shell is provided with a through hole for the angle sensor, the angle sensor comprises a sensor base and a mounting seat fixed to the outer throttle shaft at the upper end of the sensor base, the mounting seat is provided with a connecting slot in the center, the connecting slot is provided with a clamping piece through an anti-off structure, the clamping piece comprises a U-shaped connecting plate, the U-shaped connecting plate is provided with a clamping slot in the center, and the vertical surface of the U-shaped connecting plate on one side is provided with a clamping hook for clamping the outer throttle shaft.

2. A three-in-one sensor assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anti-off structure comprises a limiting slot vertically arranged on the inner wall of the connecting slot, the U-shaped connecting plate is provided with a limiting block on the same vertical surface of the clamping structure towards the inner wall of the connecting slot, the limiting block is arranged in the limiting slot, the inner wall of the connecting slot is further provided with an anti-off hole, the vertical surface of the U-shaped connecting plate away from the clamping hook is provided with an anti-off hook, the anti-off hook is bent towards the anti-off hole, the U-shaped connecting plate is provided with a clamping protrusion at the bottom of the anti-off hook, the edge of the connecting slot is provided with an arc abutting slot, and the U-shaped connecting plate is provided with an arc abutting plate at the top of the anti-off hook, which abuts with the arc abutting slot.

3. A three-in-one sensor assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shell is provided with a containing cavity, the containing cavity is communicated with the through hole, the containing cavity is provided with an integrated circuit board, the sensor base is electrically connected with the integrated circuit board, and the integrated circuit board is further provided with a pressure chip, a temperature sensor probe and a connecting terminal.

4. A three-in-one sensor assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting terminal comprises a connecting end and a pin arranged on both sides of the connecting end, one end of the pin is connected with the integrated circuit board, and the other end of the pin is arranged in an electrical connector and connected with an external device.

5. A three-in-one sensor assembly according to any one of claims 3-4, characterized in that: The shell is provided with a probe shell on the same side of the connecting slot, the temperature sensor probe is arranged in the probe shell, and the shell is provided with a mounting positioning column on one side of the probe shell.

6. A three-in-one sensor assembly according to claim 5, wherein: The shell is provided with a sealing strip around the through hole and the probe edge.

Citation Information

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  • Throttle valve three-in-one sensor device

    CN109883488A