Knuckle convenient to install

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of automobile accessories, and discloses a steering knuckle convenient to install, which comprises a steering knuckle body, a connecting arm is arranged on the steering knuckle body, a positioning pin is arranged at the position of the connecting arm, and a connecting hole is further arranged in the connecting arm. A hub bearing installation part is arranged in the middle of the steering knuckle body, lubricating grease is arranged on the inner wall of the hub bearing installation part, and a magnetic positioning ring of an annular structure is arranged on the end face of the hub bearing installation part. Compared with the prior art, the steering knuckle convenient to mount has the advantages that the conical positioning pin, the magnetic positioning ring and the self-locking bolt are matched with one another, accordingly, the assembly efficiency and the positioning accuracy can be improved, and the structural reliability and durability can be enhanced by the aid of the buffer gaps and the elastic damping materials.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and more specifically, to a steering knuckle that is easy to install. Background Technology

[0002] The steering knuckle, also known as the "steering knuckle," is a crucial component of the automotive steering axle, enabling stable vehicle movement and responsive directional transmission. Its function is to transmit and bear the load from the front of the vehicle, supporting and driving the front wheels to rotate around the kingpin, thus steering the car. The steering knuckle is a key component connecting the wheels and the suspension system, located between the wheels and the axle (or rear axle). The suspension linkage (such as control arms and links) is part of the suspension system, connected at one end to the chassis or subframe, and at the other end to the steering knuckle via a hinge point (such as a ball joint). Traditional steering knuckle installation requires aligning multiple components (such as brake discs, wheel bearings, and suspension linkages) and securing them with multiple bolts. Repeated adjustments to component positions are necessary during installation, making it time-consuming and labor-intensive, thus complicating and inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve at least one of the above problems, the present invention first provides a steering knuckle that is easy to install, including a steering knuckle body, a connecting arm on the steering knuckle body, a positioning pin at the connecting arm, and a connecting hole inside the connecting arm;

[0004] The steering knuckle body has a hub bearing mounting part in the middle, the inner wall of the hub bearing mounting part is provided with grease, and the end face of the hub bearing mounting part is provided with a magnetic positioning ring with an annular structure.

[0005] Optionally, the connection hole is connected to the suspension bracket on the vehicle via a connecting bolt.

[0006] Optionally, the positioning pin has a tapered structure, and the suspension connecting frame is provided with positioning holes.

[0007] Optionally, the magnetic positioning ring is made of neodymium iron boron material and is embedded inside the end face of the wheel hub bearing mounting part.

[0008] Optionally, the grease is made of molybdenum disulfide.

[0009] Optionally, the connecting bolt is a self-locking bolt with a self-locking ratchet structure.

[0010] Optionally, the connecting arm and the steering knuckle body are integrally formed and both are made of aluminum alloy.

[0011] Optionally, a buffer gap is provided between the outer diameter of the magnetic positioning ring and the inner diameter of the wheel hub bearing mounting part, and the buffer gap is filled with an elastic damping material, which is silicone rubber or polyurethane foam.

[0012] Compared to existing technologies, the easy-to-install steering knuckle in this invention improves assembly efficiency and positioning accuracy through the combination of tapered positioning pins, magnetic positioning rings, and self-locking bolts. At the same time, the inclusion of buffer gaps and elastic damping materials enhances the reliability and durability of the structure. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the steering knuckle according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the magnetic positioning ring according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the connecting bolts according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0017] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0018] 1. Steering knuckle body; 2. Wheel hub bearing mounting part; 21. Grease; 22. Magnetic locating ring; 3. Locating pin; 4. Connecting hole; 5. Connecting arm; 6. Connecting bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0020] This utility model embodiment provides a steering knuckle that is easy to install, combined with Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the steering knuckle body 1 is provided with a connecting arm 5, a positioning pin 3 is provided at the connecting arm 5, and a connecting hole 4 is provided inside the connecting arm 5. The connecting hole 4 is connected to the suspension connecting bracket (not shown) on the vehicle through a connecting bolt 6. The connecting bolt 6 is a self-locking bolt with a self-locking ratchet structure. The positioning pin 3 is a conical structure, and the suspension connecting bracket is provided with a positioning hole.

[0021] Align the positioning hole of the suspension connecting bracket with the tapered positioning pin 3 on the connecting arm 5 and insert it. Due to the tapered structure design of the positioning pin 3, quick alignment can be achieved, ensuring the initial positioning accuracy of the suspension connecting bracket and the steering knuckle body 1. A connecting bolt 6 with a self-locking ratchet structure passes through the connecting hole 4 and is screwed into the threaded hole of the suspension connecting bracket. The self-locking ratchet structure can automatically lock after reaching the preset torque, preventing the bolt from loosening and improving assembly efficiency.

[0022] The steering knuckle body 1 has a wheel hub bearing mounting part 2 in the middle. The inner wall of the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2 is covered with grease 21, which is made of molybdenum disulfide. This grease forms a stable lubricating film under high loads, reducing direct metal-to-metal contact, decreasing frictional resistance during bearing assembly, and improving lubrication performance over long-term use. The end face of the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2 has an annular magnetic positioning ring 22, made of neodymium iron boron (NdFeB). The magnetic positioning ring 22 is embedded inside the end face of the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2. When the wheel hub bearing approaches the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2, the magnetic positioning ring 22 attracts the bearing, automatically aligning it with the mounting position.

[0023] A buffer gap is provided between the outer diameter of the magnetic positioning ring 22 and the inner diameter of the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2. The buffer gap is filled with elastic damping material, which can effectively absorb assembly impact and prevent damage to the magnetic positioning ring 22 caused by hard contact. The elastic damping material is silicone rubber or polyurethane foam, which has high temperature resistance, aging resistance and good cushioning performance.

[0024] The connecting arm 5 and the steering knuckle body 1 are integrally formed and both are made of aluminum alloy. The integral forming process of aluminum alloy for the steering knuckle body 1 and the connecting arm 5 ensures structural strength while reducing overall weight.

[0025] Working principle: Align the positioning hole of the suspension connecting bracket with the tapered positioning pin 3 on the connecting arm 5 and insert it. Due to the tapered structure design of the positioning pin 3, it can achieve rapid self-centering, ensuring the initial positioning accuracy of the suspension connecting bracket and the steering knuckle body 1. The connecting bolt 6 with a self-locking ratchet structure passes through the connecting hole 4 and is screwed into the threaded hole of the suspension connecting bracket. The self-locking ratchet structure can automatically lock after reaching the preset torque, preventing the bolt from loosening and improving assembly efficiency.

[0026] The inner wall of the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2 is provided with grease 21 to reduce frictional resistance during bearing assembly and improve lubrication performance during long-term use. A magnetic positioning ring 22 is provided at the end face of the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2, so that when the wheel hub bearing approaches the wheel hub bearing mounting part 2, the magnetic positioning ring 22 generates an attraction effect, so that the wheel hub bearing automatically aligns with the installation position, making positioning convenient and installation more convenient.

[0027] Compared to existing technologies, the easy-to-install steering knuckle in this invention improves assembly efficiency and positioning accuracy through the combination of tapered positioning pins 3, magnetic positioning rings 22, and self-locking bolts. At the same time, the inclusion of buffer gaps and elastic damping materials enhances the reliability and durability of the structure.

[0028] Similarly, the components included in the "components," "mechanisms," and "devices" of this disclosure can also be flexibly combined. They can be modularly produced according to actual needs and assembled as an independent module; or they can be assembled separately to form a module in this device. The division of the above-mentioned components in this disclosure is only one embodiment for ease of reading and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this disclosure. Any technical solution that includes the above-mentioned components and has the same function should be understood as an equivalent technical solution of this disclosure.

[0029] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this disclosure.

[0030] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this disclosure, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0031] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0032] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0033] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as "fixed to," "set on," "fixed to," or "mounted on" another component, it can be directly on the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is considered to be "connected to another component," it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component. Furthermore, when a component is considered to be "fixedly connected" to another component, the connection can be detachable or non-detachable, such as through socketing, snap-fitting, integral molding, welding, etc., which are achievable in conventional technologies and will not be elaborated upon here.

[0034] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0035] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this disclosure, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed. However, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the inventive concept of this disclosure, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A knuckle for facilitating installation, characterized by, Including the knuckle body (1), be equipped with connecting arm (5) on the knuckle body (1), be equipped with positioning pin (3) at connecting arm (5) place, connecting arm (5) inside is equipped with connecting hole (4) further; The middle part of the knuckle body (1) is provided with a hub bearing mounting portion (2), the inner wall of the hub bearing mounting portion (2) is provided with a lubricating grease (21), and the end face of the hub bearing mounting portion (2) is provided with a ring-shaped magnetic positioning ring (22).

2. The ease of installation knuckle of claim 1, wherein, The connecting hole (4) is connected with the suspension connecting frame on the automobile through the connecting bolt (6).

3. The ease of installation knuckle of claim 2, wherein, The positioning pin (3) is a conical structure, and the suspension connecting frame is provided with a positioning hole.

4. The ease of installation knuckle of claim 3, wherein, The magnetic positioning ring (22) is made of neodymium iron boron material and is embedded in the inner side of the end face of the hub bearing mounting portion (2).

5. The ease of installation knuckle of claim 4, wherein, The lubricating grease (21) is made of molybdenum disulfide material.

6. The ease of installation knuckle of claim 5, wherein, The connecting bolt (6) is a self-locking bolt with a self-locking ratchet structure.

7. The ease of installation knuckle of claim 1, wherein, The connecting arm (5) and the knuckle body (1) are integrally formed and made of aluminum alloy material.

8. The ease of installation knuckle of claim 7, wherein, The outer diameter of the magnetic positioning ring (22) and the inner diameter of the hub bearing mounting portion (2) are provided with a buffer gap, the buffer gap is filled with an elastic damping material, and the elastic damping material is silicone rubber or polyurethane foam material.

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