Charging port cover structure and carrier

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicles, and discloses a charging port cover structure and a carrier, the charging port cover structure comprises a port cover body, a cover body and a pressing switch, the cover body is provided with a pressing part made of soft rubber materials, the pressing part corresponds to the pressing switch, and a first gap is arranged between the pressing part and the pressing switch. The pressing part moves towards the pressing switch under the action of external force and transmits the external force to the pressing switch, so that the purpose of accurately opening the cover body is achieved. By arranging the soft pressing part and utilizing the elastic deformation capacity of the soft pressing part, the opening force of the charging port cover is effectively adjusted, the comfort degree when a user presses the charging port cover is improved, and the user experience is improved. And the first gap is reserved between the pressing part and the pressing switch, a certain displacement space is provided for the pressing part, the situation that the pressing part is pressed by mistake, and consequently the charging port cover is opened by mistake is effectively prevented, and the reliability of squeezing and mistaken touch prevention of the charging port cover is improved. In addition, the soft pressing part has the anti-impact characteristic of the non-Newtonian fluid material and can resist certain mistaken pressing impact of foreign objects, and the mistaken touch prevention function is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, specifically to a charging port cover structure and carrier. Background Technology

[0002] With increasing awareness of environmental protection, consumers are increasingly inclined to choose low-carbon and environmentally friendly modes of transportation, and the market demand for electric vehicles, as clean energy vehicles, will continue to grow. As a crucial component of electric vehicles, the charging port cover plays a vital role in protecting the charging port and charging lines, and improving charging convenience.

[0003] Currently, the common method for opening the charging port cover of electric vehicles is by pressing it with your hand. However, pressing the surface of the charging port cover requires considerable force, resulting in a poor user experience. Furthermore, if the pressing position is incorrect, it can easily cause the cover to fail to open. In addition, if an external object accidentally presses on the charging port cover, such as a high-pressure water gun or other objects, it can easily trigger the switch and cause the charging port cover to open accidentally. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides a charging port cover structure and carrier to solve or improve the problems in related technologies, such as the large opening force required to press the surface of the charging port cover, poor user experience, improper pressing position leading to unresponsive opening, and the charging port cover being prone to accidental opening when an external object presses on it.

[0005] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a charging port cover structure, comprising:

[0006] mouth cover body;

[0007] The cover body is closable from the main body of the lid, and the cover body is provided with a pressing part, which is made of soft rubber material;

[0008] A push switch is disposed on the cover body. The push switch is used to open or lock the cover and the cover body, or to output a signal indicating that the cover is open or locked. A pressing part corresponds to the push switch. The pressing part is used to trigger the push switch, and a first gap is provided between the pressing part and the push switch.

[0009] In one alternative implementation, it further includes:

[0010] An adjusting member is adjustable along a first direction Y. The adjusting member is located between the cover and the mouthpiece body. One of the cover and the mouthpiece body is adjustable to one end of the adjusting member, and the other abuts against the other end of the adjusting member.

[0011] In one alternative implementation, the first gap ranges from 1.5 mm to 2.5 mm.

[0012] In one alternative implementation, it further includes:

[0013] A transition piece is connected to the cover body. The transition piece is disposed between the pressing part and the pressing switch, and the first gap is provided between the transition piece and the pressing part.

[0014] In one optional embodiment, a second gap is provided between the transition member and the push switch, and the cover is provided with a guide structure, in which the transition member is slidably disposed.

[0015] In one alternative implementation, it further includes:

[0016] A guide sleeve is connected to the cover body, and the transition member is connected to the cover body through the guide sleeve, and the transition member is slidably disposed in the guide sleeve.

[0017] In one alternative embodiment, the transition member is configured as a telescopic structure to adjust the distance between the transition member and the push-button switch.

[0018] In one optional embodiment, one of the transition member and the guide sleeve is provided with a limiting protrusion and the other is provided with a limiting groove. The limiting protrusion is inserted into the limiting groove and slides along the limiting groove.

[0019] In one alternative implementation, it further includes:

[0020] The elastic element has one end abutting against the transition element and the other end abutting against the guide sleeve. The elastic element is used to give the transition element a tendency to move away from the direction of the push switch.

[0021] Secondly, this utility model also provides a carrier, including the charging port cover structure as described in any of the above claims.

[0022] The charging port cover structure provided by this utility model features a pressing part that moves towards a push-button switch under external force, transmitting the force to the switch for precise opening of the cover. By incorporating a soft pressing part with its elastic deformation capability, the opening force of the charging port cover is effectively adjusted, improving user comfort and enhancing the user experience. Furthermore, a first gap is provided between the pressing part and the push-button switch, offering sufficient displacement space for the pressing part and effectively preventing accidental opening of the charging port cover due to accidental pressure, thus improving the reliability of the anti-accidental touch function. In addition, the soft pressing part also possesses the impact-resistant properties of a non-Newtonian fluid material, resisting certain impacts from accidental pressure, further contributing to the anti-accidental touch function. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is one of the perspective views of the charging port cover structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a second perspective view of the charging port cover structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover body according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a partial schematic diagram of the push-button switch in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a partial schematic diagram of the guide sleeve in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the transition component in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0031] 1. Cover body; 2. Cover body; 201. Pressing part; 202. Cover body main body; 3. Pressing switch; 4. First gap; 5. Adjusting component; 6. Transition component; 601. First transition component; 602. Second transition component; 7. Second gap; 8. Guide sleeve; 801. First annular flange; 802. Second annular flange; 9. Limiting protrusion; 10. Limiting groove; 11. Elastic component; 12. Sealing ring; 13. Retaining ring. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0036] The following is combined with Figures 1 to 6 This describes the charging port cover structure and carrier of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0037] According to an embodiment of this utility model, in one aspect, a charging port cover structure is provided, including a cover body 1, a cover 2, and a push switch 3. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the cover 2 and the cap body 1 are closable. Specifically, the cover 2 and the cap body 1 rotate relative to each other to achieve flexible opening and closing of the charging port. The cover 2 is provided with a pressing part 201, which is made of soft rubber material. Optionally, the soft rubber material is rubber, silicone rubber, thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer, thermoplastic elastomer, etc.

[0038] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the cover 2 includes a cover body 202, which is made of a rigid material such as metal or rigid plastic. A pressing part 201 is embedded in the cover body 202. Optionally, the pressing part 201 and the cover body 202 are molded together using a two-color injection molding process to form a cover 2 with a combination of hard and soft materials. The pressing part 201 may feature a textured design, providing a unique visual effect, making it easily distinguishable in appearance, and increasing tactile feel and pressing comfort. Furthermore, as... Figure 2As shown, a sealing ring 12 is provided at the connection position where the cap body 1 and the cap body 2 come into contact, so as to play a role in sealing and waterproofing.

[0039] like Figure 1 As shown, a push switch 3 is disposed on the cover body 1. The push switch 3 is used to open or close the cover 2 and the cover body 1, or to output a signal indicating that the cover 2 is open or closed. A pressing part 201 corresponds to the push switch 3 and is used to trigger the push switch 3. A first gap 4 is provided between the pressing part 201 and the push switch 3. Specifically, for an electrically openable charging cover structure, pressing the push switch 3 sends a signal to the controller. After receiving the signal from the push switch 3, the controller transmits a control signal to the drive motor, thereby controlling the opening and closing of the cover 2. For a manually openable charging cover structure, pressing the push switch 3 outputs a signal to the controller indicating whether the cover 2 is open or closed. Based on this signal, the current open or closed state of the cover 2 can be accurately determined during the manual opening and closing of the cover 3.

[0040] With this design, the pressing part 201 moves towards the pressing switch 3 under external force, transmitting the force to the switch 3 to precisely open the cover 2. By using a soft pressing part 201, its elastic deformation capability effectively adjusts the opening force of the charging port cover, improving user comfort and enhancing the user experience. Furthermore, a first gap 4 is provided between the pressing part 201 and the pressing switch 3, providing a certain displacement space for the pressing part 201 and effectively preventing accidental opening of the charging port cover due to accidental pressure, thus improving the reliability of the anti-accidental touch function. In addition, the soft pressing part 201 also possesses the impact-resistant properties of a non-Newtonian fluid material, resisting certain impacts from accidental pressure, thus providing an anti-accidental touch function.

[0041] Optionally, in some embodiments of this utility model, the charging port cover structure further includes an adjusting member 5, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the adjusting member 5 is adjustable along the first direction Y. The adjusting member 5 is located between the cover body 2 and the lid body 1. One of the cover body 2 and the lid body 1 is adjustable to one end of the adjusting member 5, and the other end abuts against the other end of the adjusting member 5. That is, one end of the adjusting member 5 is adjustable to the cover body 2, and the other end abuts against the lid body 1; or, one end of the adjusting member 5 is adjustable to the lid body 1, and the other end abuts against the cover 2.

[0042] Exemplarily, one end of the adjusting member 5 is adjustablely connected to the cover body 2, and the other end abuts against the cap body 1. Optionally, the adjusting member 5 is a bolt, threadedly connected to the cover body 2, and its end abuts against the cap body 1. By rotating the adjusting member 5, it can move linearly along the first direction Y, thereby allowing it to move closer to or further away from the cap body 1. Optionally, the adjusting member 5 is made of plastic or hard rubber, etc.

[0043] With this configuration, the adjustment component 5 can be extended and retracted along the first direction Y to compensate for the surface difference problem between the cover body 2 and the cap body 1 caused by the precision of the installation point. This effectively absorbs the cumulative tolerance, adjusts the appearance matching degree between the cover body 2 and the cap body 1, improves the appearance experience, maintains the overall aesthetics of the product, and enhances the product quality.

[0044] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the number of adjusting members 5 is at least two, and each adjusting member 5 is spaced apart along the second direction Z. Specifically, the second direction Z intersects the first direction Y; in this embodiment, the second direction Z is perpendicular to the first direction Y. This arrangement, through the synergistic effect of multiple adjusting members 5, provides more uniform support and adjustment force, enhances the connection stability between the cover 2 and the cap body 1, and better adjusts the relative position between the cover 2 and the cap body 1, helping to meet higher assembly requirements and appearance standards.

[0045] Optionally, in some embodiments of this utility model, the first gap 4 ranges from 1.5 mm to 2.5 mm. For example, the first gap 4 can be 1.5 mm, 1.75 mm, 2 mm, 2.25 mm, or 2.5 mm, or any value between two values. This is only an example and is not a specific limitation. With this setting, the reasonable gap setting helps to prevent the push switch 3 from being accidentally triggered by external objects, reducing the risk of misoperation, and increasing the pressing stroke to ensure that the user can feel a certain stroke feedback when pressing the pressing part 201, which is beneficial to improving the user's operating feel. If the gap is too small, it cannot effectively play the role of preventing accidental touch; if the gap is too large, the user experience is poor, or it may even lead to failure to open.

[0046] Furthermore, as one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the charging port cover structure also includes a transition piece 6, which is connected to the cover body 2. Figure 4 As shown, the transition member 6 is disposed between the pressing part 201 and the pressing switch 3, and the first gap 4 is provided between the transition member 6 and the pressing part 201. Specifically, the pressing part 201 contacts the transition member 6 under the action of external force, and then the transition member 6 triggers the pressing switch 3 to open the charging port.

[0047] With this configuration, the transition piece 6 acts as a connector, strengthening the connection between the pressing part 201 and the pressing switch 3, improving the stability and durability of the entire charging port cover structure. Furthermore, the transition piece 6 can disperse the force generated during pressing, reducing the force on the single pressing part 201, thereby extending the service life of the overall structure.

[0048] Optionally, in some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, a second gap 7 is provided between the transition member 6 and the push switch 3, and a guide structure is provided on the cover 2, in which the transition member 6 is slidably disposed. Specifically, the range of the second gap 7 is 1.5 mm to 2.5 mm. For example, the second gap 7 can be 1.5 mm, 1.75 mm, 2 mm, 2.25 mm, or 2.5 mm, or any value between two values. This is only an example and is not specifically limited.

[0049] This design allows the transition piece 6 to move relative to the cover 2 within a certain range, increasing structural flexibility and enabling the pressing part 201 to better adapt and buffer when subjected to external forces, providing a smoother and more comfortable pressing experience. Furthermore, the second gap 7 further increases the pressing stroke, preventing accidental triggering of the pressing switch 3 due to foreign object pressure, improving the reliability of accidental activation, and providing a certain buffer space to reduce wear on the pressing switch 3 caused by prolonged use or frequent pressing, thus extending the product's service life. In addition, when using the adjusting piece 5 to adjust and absorb appearance matching issues caused by installation point tolerances, the second gap 7 also provides a certain adjustment space for the displacement of the cover 2 along the first direction Y.

[0050] Optionally, in some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the charging port cover structure also includes a guide sleeve 8, which is connected to the cover body 2. Thus, the transition member 6 is connected to the cover body 2 via the guide sleeve 8, and the transition member 6 is slidably disposed within the guide sleeve 8. Specifically, as... Figure 5 As shown, the guide sleeve 8 is provided with a first annular flange 801, which can be connected to the cover 2 by snap-fit ​​or bolt connection. This configuration provides a stable sliding track for the transition piece 6, ensuring the smoothness and accuracy of the transition piece 6 during sliding, improving the stability and reliability of the entire charging port cover structure, increasing the overall strength of the structure, and enhancing the durability and service life of the charging port cover structure.

[0051] Specifically, in some embodiments of this utility model, the transition member 6 is configured as a telescopic structure to adjust the distance between the transition member 6 and the push switch 3. For example... Figure 6As shown, the transition member 6 includes a first transition member 601 and a second transition member 602. The first transition member 601 and the second transition member 602 can be threaded sleeves. The second transition member 602 is threadedly connected to the first transition member 601, thereby changing the overall axial dimension of the transition member 6 by rotating the second transition member 602, and thus changing the distance between the transition member 6 and the push switch 3. In this way, the transition member 6 can be extended or retracted according to actual needs to accommodate the space requirements when adjusting the appearance matching between the cover 2 and the cap body 1, and to ensure reliable anti-accidental touch function. Of course, in other embodiments, the telescopic structure includes, but is not limited to, the method of threaded connection of two parts to achieve telescopic adjustment, or the method of two sleeves engaging with different locking holes through elastic buckles to achieve overall length adjustment.

[0052] Furthermore, as one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 5 As shown, one of the transition piece 6 and the guide sleeve 8 is provided with a limiting protrusion 9, and the other is provided with a limiting groove 10. The limiting protrusion 9 is inserted into the limiting groove 10, and the limiting protrusion 9 slides along the limiting groove 10. That is, the transition piece 6 is provided with a limiting protrusion 9, and the guide sleeve 8 is provided with a limiting groove 10; or, the guide sleeve 8 is provided with a limiting protrusion 9, and the transition piece 6 is provided with a limiting groove 10.

[0053] For example, such as Figure 5 As shown, the transition piece 6 is provided with a limiting protrusion 9, and correspondingly, the guide sleeve 8 is provided with a matching limiting groove 10, into which the limiting protrusion 9 is inserted. When the pressing part 201 moves the transition piece 6 toward the pressing switch 3 under the action of external force, the limiting protrusion 9 moves synchronously in the limiting groove 10. Preferably, as shown... Figure 6 As shown, there are at least two limiting protrusions 9, and multiple limiting protrusions 9 are distributed circumferentially around the transition member 6. The limiting groove 10 corresponds one-to-one with the limiting protrusion 9, thereby more balanced and stable control of the stroke of the transition member 6.

[0054] This configuration, through the cooperation of the limiting protrusion 9 and the limiting groove 10, restricts the displacement range of the transition piece 6, effectively preventing excessive movement of the transition piece 6, avoiding functional failure caused by the transition piece 6 moving beyond the expected range, and improving the reliability and accuracy of the charging port cover structure.

[0055] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4As shown, the charging port cover structure also includes an elastic element 11, which can be a spring. One end of the elastic element 11 abuts against the transition member 6, and the other end abuts against the guide sleeve 8. The elastic element 11 is used to give the transition member 6 a tendency to move away from the direction of the push switch 3. Specifically, the guide sleeve 8 is provided with a second annular flange 802. The elastic element 11 is sleeved on the outside of the guide sleeve 8, and one end of the elastic element 11 abuts against the second annular flange 802. The charging port cover structure also includes a retaining ring 13, which is sleeved on the outside of the guide sleeve 8 and abuts against the limiting protrusion 9, and the other end of the elastic element 11 abuts against the retaining ring 13.

[0056] Specifically, such as Figure 4 As shown, when the pressing part 201 pushes the transition member 6 toward the pressing switch 3 under the action of external force, it will cause the limiting protrusion 9 and the retaining ring 13 to move to the right, causing the elastic member 11 to deform. When the external force is removed, the elastic member 11 returns to its original deformation, causing the transition member 6 to move away from the pressing switch 3. With this configuration, the transition member 6 can be automatically reset to its initial position by the elastic member 11, which improves the convenience of the charging port cover structure and the user experience, and also improves the feel of the user's pressing operation.

[0057] According to an embodiment of the present invention, another aspect provides a carrier including the charging port cover structure as described in the various embodiments above. Optionally, the carrier is an electric vehicle, a hybrid vehicle, or the like. The derivation process of this beneficial effect is largely similar to the derivation process of the beneficial effect of the charging port cover structure described above, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0058] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A charging port cover structure characterized by, The utility model relates to a charging port cover structure, comprising: A cover body (1); A cover body (2) is arranged on the cover body (1), the cover body (2) is provided with a pressing part (201), the pressing part (201) is made of soft glue material; A pressing switch (3) is arranged on the cover body (1), the pressing switch (3) is used for opening or locking the cover body (2) and the cover body (1), or the pressing switch (3) is used for outputting the cover body (2) opening or locking signal, the pressing part (201) corresponds with the pressing switch (3), the pressing part (201) is used for triggering the pressing switch (3), and a first gap (4) is arranged between the pressing part (201) and the pressing switch (3).

2. The charging port cover structure according to claim 1, characterized by, Further comprising: An adjusting part (5) is arranged in a first direction (Y), the adjusting part (5) is located between the cover body (2) and the cover body (1), one of the cover body (2) and the cover body (1) is adjustably arranged with one end of the adjusting part (5), and the other is abutted with the other end of the adjusting part (5).

3. The charging port cover structure according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by, The first gap (4) is 1.5mm to 2.5mm.

4. The charging port cover structure according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by, Further comprising: A transition part (6) is connected with the cover body (2), the transition part (6) is arranged between the pressing part (201) and the pressing switch (3), and the first gap (4) is arranged between the transition part (6) and the pressing part (201).

5. The charging port cover structure according to claim 4, characterized by, A second gap (7) is arranged between the transition part (6) and the pressing switch (3), and the cover body (2) is provided with a guide structure, and the transition part (6) is slidingly arranged in the guide structure.

6. The charging port cover structure according to claim 4, wherein Further comprising: A guide sleeve (8) is connected with the cover body (2), the transition part (6) is connected with the cover body (2) through the guide sleeve (8), and the transition part (6) is slidingly arranged in the guide sleeve (8).

7. The charging port cover structure according to claim 5, wherein The transition part (6) is arranged as a telescopic structure to adjust the distance between the transition part (6) and the pressing switch (3).

8. The charging port cover structure according to claim 6, wherein One of the transition part (6) and the guide sleeve (8) is provided with a limiting protrusion (9), and the other is provided with a limiting groove (10), the limiting protrusion (9) is inserted into the limiting groove (10), and the limiting protrusion (9) slides along the limiting groove (10).

9. The charging port cover structure according to claim 6, wherein Further comprising: An elastic part (11) is abutted with one end of the transition part (6) and the other end of the guide sleeve (8), and the elastic part (11) is used for making the transition part (6) have a movement trend away from the pressing switch (3).

10. A carrier, characterized by The utility model relates to a charging port cover structure, comprising: As claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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