B column inner plate, B column, vehicle body structure and vehicle

By setting acute-angle mounting surfaces and raised ribs on the inner panel of the B-pillar, the problem of inconvenient installation of the inner panel of the B-pillar is solved, the structural strength and impact resistance are enhanced, and the safety is improved.

CN224075625UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-03XIAOMI EV TECH CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-02
Publication Date
2026-04-03

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Technical Problem

The existing B-pillar inner panel design makes it inconvenient to install B-pillar interior decorative panels and may compromise structural strength.

Method used

The B-pillar inner panel is equipped with upper and middle mounting sections with acute angles between the mounting surfaces. Combined with the inner panel raised ribs and the retractor opening design, the structural strength and installation stability are enhanced.

Benefits of technology

It improves the installation stability of the B-pillar interior trim panel and the structure's impact resistance, reduces the risk of deformation and breakage, and enhances overall safety.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a B column inner plate, a B column, a vehicle body structure and a vehicle, the B column inner plate extends in the vertical direction and comprises a B column inner plate body, and the B column inner plate body is arranged towards the interior of the vehicle in the left-right direction; an upper side mounting part is arranged in the upper side area of the B-pillar inner plate body, a middle side mounting part is arranged in the middle side area of the B-pillar inner plate body in the vertical direction, and the upper side mounting part and the middle side mounting part are used for mounting a B-pillar inner decorative plate; wherein the upper side installation part comprises an upper side installation face, the middle side installation part comprises a middle side installation face, the upper side installation face and the middle side installation face are used for being connected with the B column inner decoration plate in an abutting mode, and the included angle between the upper side installation face and the middle side installation face is an acute angle. The included angle between the upper side mounting surface and the middle side mounting surface is an acute angle, so that the B-pillar inner decorative plate can be conveniently attached to the B-pillar inner plate body, the assembly convenience is improved, and meanwhile, the close attachment between the B-pillar inner decorative plate and the B-pillar inner plate body is ensured.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of vehicle technology, specifically to a B-pillar inner panel, a B-pillar, a vehicle body structure, and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] The B-pillar inner panel is an important component of the vehicle structure, located between the doors. As part of the vehicle's frame, it effectively resists deformation during side collisions, protecting occupants. Additionally, the B-pillar inner panel is used to install the B-pillar interior trim panel.

[0003] However, in related technologies, the design of the B-pillar inner panel is often inconvenient for the installation of the B-pillar inner decorative panel, or the structural strength is compromised in order to install the B-pillar inner decorative panel. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the problems existing in the related technologies, this disclosure provides a B-pillar inner panel, a B-pillar, a vehicle body structure, and a vehicle to solve the technical problems existing in the related technologies.

[0005] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, a B-pillar inner panel is provided, the B-pillar inner panel extending in the vertical direction and including a B-pillar inner panel body, the B-pillar inner panel body being arranged facing the vehicle interior in the left-right direction.

[0006] The upper side of the inner panel body of the B-pillar is provided with an upper mounting part, and the middle side of the inner panel body of the B-pillar is provided with a middle mounting part in the vertical direction. The upper mounting part and the middle mounting part are used to install the inner decorative panel of the B-pillar.

[0007] The upper mounting portion includes an upper mounting surface, and the middle mounting portion includes a middle mounting surface. The upper mounting surface and the middle mounting surface are used to abut against the interior trim panel of the B-pillar, and the included angle between the upper mounting surface and the middle mounting surface is an acute angle.

[0008] In some embodiments, the angle between the upper mounting surface and the middle mounting surface is no greater than 23 degrees.

[0009] In some embodiments, the upper mounting portion includes a mounting groove and an upper mounting hole, the bottom surface of the mounting groove being configured as the upper mounting surface, and the upper mounting hole being formed on the upper mounting surface; and / or,

[0010] The center mounting portion includes a mounting protrusion and a center mounting hole, wherein the protruding surface of the mounting protrusion is configured as the center mounting surface, and the center mounting hole is formed on the center mounting surface.

[0011] In some embodiments, the center mounting hole is configured as an elongated hole extending in the vertical direction.

[0012] In some embodiments, the dimension of the middle mounting hole in the vertical direction is no greater than 24.5 mm.

[0013] In some embodiments, the inner panel of the B-pillar is provided with two inner panel protrusions facing the vehicle interior.

[0014] The inner panel protruding ribs extend in the vertical direction, and two inner panel protruding ribs are spaced apart in the front-back direction; two middle side mounting parts are provided, and the two middle side mounting parts are respectively provided on the side of the two inner panel protruding ribs away from the B-pillar inner panel body.

[0015] In some embodiments, the inner panel of the B-pillar has a retractor opening for installing a retractor. The retractor opening is arranged in the lower region of the inner panel body and is located between two protruding ribs of the inner panel.

[0016] In some embodiments, the retractor opening includes two opening side edges disposed opposite each other in the front-rear direction, and the inner plate protrusion includes a protrusion edge in the front-rear direction away from the retractor opening;

[0017] The dimension between the edge of the opening side and the edge of the protruding rib of the inner plate adjacent thereto is not less than 15mm.

[0018] In some embodiments, the inner panel protrusions of the inner panel body of the B-pillar are between 10 mm and 15 mm.

[0019] In some embodiments, the inner B-pillar panel further includes an inner B-pillar side panel extending in the vertical direction. The inner B-pillar side panel is connected to the inner B-pillar panel body and extends outward in the horizontal direction. The side of the inner B-pillar side panel away from the inner B-pillar panel body is used to connect to the outer B-pillar panel.

[0020] In some embodiments, the inner side panel of the B-pillar has a side panel outline edge formed on the side away from the inner side panel body of the B-pillar, and the side panel outline edge is used to connect with the outer side panel of the B-pillar; the side panel outline edge includes a first outline segment and a second outline segment extending in the vertical direction, and the first outline segment is connected above the second outline segment.

[0021] In the top-down direction, the first contour segment gradually extends outward in the left-right direction, and the second contour segment gradually extends inward in the left-right direction.

[0022] The connection position of the first contour segment and the second contour segment is the same as the height position of the middle side mounting part.

[0023] In some embodiments, the inner side panels of the B-pillar are provided as two, which are arranged opposite to each other and spaced apart in the front-rear direction, and the two inner side panels of the B-pillar and the inner panel body of the B-pillar together form an inner panel groove.

[0024] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, a B-pillar is also provided, the B-pillar including the aforementioned B-pillar inner panel.

[0025] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, a vehicle body structure is also provided, the vehicle body structure further including a side sill and the B-pillar, the B-pillar further including a B-pillar outer panel connected to the inner panel of the B-pillar;

[0026] The side threshold includes a threshold top plate and a threshold side plate that are connected to each other;

[0027] The B-pillar outer panel includes a B-pillar outer panel body, a first overlapping plate, and a second overlapping plate, wherein the first overlapping plate and the second overlapping plate are connected to the lower part of the B-pillar outer panel body.

[0028] The first overlapping plate overlaps the outer surface of the sill top plate, and the second overlapping plate overlaps the outer surface of the sill side plate.

[0029] In some embodiments, the outer side of the lower part of the B-pillar outer panel body is recessed in the direction facing the vehicle interior to form an outer panel groove;

[0030] The outer panel groove includes a groove bottom plate and a groove side plate. The groove side plate connects the groove bottom plate and the second overlapping plate, and the groove side plate overlaps the outer surface of the threshold top plate.

[0031] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, a vehicle is also provided, the vehicle including the aforementioned body structure.

[0032] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this disclosure can include the following beneficial effects: By providing an upper mounting portion in the upper region of the B-pillar inner panel body and a middle mounting portion in the middle region of the B-pillar inner panel body in the vertical direction, the upper and middle mounting portions facilitate the installation of the B-pillar inner trim panel, ensuring the stability of the B-pillar inner trim panel installation. Secondly, by making the included angle between the upper mounting surface and the middle mounting surface an acute angle, on the one hand, it facilitates the fitting of the B-pillar inner trim panel to the B-pillar inner panel body, improving assembly convenience; on the other hand, it reduces local stress, improves the B-pillar inner panel's ability to resist impact forces in the vertical direction, and reduces the risk of deformation or breakage of the B-pillar inner panel.

[0033] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0034] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0035] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inner panel of the B-pillar according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a section at point E in the middle.

[0037] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a section at point F.

[0038] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inner panel of the B-pillar according to one embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein... Figure 4 The perspective and Figure 1 The perspectives are different.

[0039] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inner panel of the B-pillar according to one embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein... Figure 5 The perspective and Figure 1 and Figure 4 The perspectives are different.

[0040] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of a vehicle body structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A magnified view of a section at point G.

[0042] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0043] 4. Column B;

[0044] 41. B-pillar inner panel; 411. B-pillar inner panel body; 412. Upper mounting part; 4120. Upper mounting surface; 4121. Mounting groove; 4122. Upper mounting hole; 413. Middle mounting part; 4130. Middle mounting surface; 4131. Mounting protrusion; 4132. Middle mounting hole; 414. Inner panel raised rib; 4141. Edge of raised rib; 415. Retractor opening; 4151. Side edge of opening; 416. B-pillar inner side panel; 4161. Side panel outline edge; 4162. First outline segment; 4163. Second outline segment; 410. Inner panel groove;

[0045] 42. B-pillar outer panel; 421. B-pillar outer panel body; 4210. Outer panel groove; 4211. Groove bottom plate; 4212. Groove side plate; 422. First overlapping plate; 423. Second overlapping plate; 8. Side sill; 81. Sill top plate; 82. Sill side plate. Detailed Implementation

[0046] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0047] In this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, the directional terms up, down, left, right, front, and rear used refer to the up, down, left, right, front, and rear as defined under normal vehicle use conditions; for details, please refer to... Figure 6 As shown. The terms used, such as "first" and "second," are only for distinguishing one element from another and do not indicate order or importance. In addition, "multiple" in this application refers to two or more and includes two.

[0048] In the description of this disclosure, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "setup" and "connection" 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 direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0049] Reference Figures 1 to 7 As shown, this disclosure provides a B-pillar inner panel 41, which extends vertically and includes a B-pillar inner panel body 411. The B-pillar inner panel body 411 is arranged facing the vehicle interior in the left-right direction. An upper mounting portion 412 is provided on the upper side of the B-pillar inner panel body 411, and a middle mounting portion 413 is provided on the middle side of the B-pillar inner panel body 411 in the vertical direction. The upper mounting portion 412 and the middle mounting portion 413 are used to install a B-pillar interior trim panel (not shown). The upper mounting portion 412 includes an upper mounting surface 4120, and the middle mounting portion 413 includes a middle mounting surface 4130. The upper mounting surface 4120 and the middle mounting surface 4130 are used to abut against the B-pillar interior trim panel, and the included angle between the upper mounting surface 4120 and the middle mounting surface 4130 is an acute angle.

[0050] In the above technical solution, an upper mounting portion 412 is provided on the upper side of the B-pillar inner panel body 411, and a middle mounting portion 413 is provided on the middle side of the B-pillar inner panel body 411 in the vertical direction. These upper mounting portions 412 and middle mounting portions 413 facilitate the installation of the B-pillar inner trim panel, ensuring the stability of the B-pillar inner trim panel installation. Secondly, by making the included angle between the upper mounting surface 4120 and the middle mounting surface 4130 an acute angle, it facilitates the fitting of the B-pillar inner trim panel to the B-pillar inner panel body 411, improving assembly convenience. Furthermore, it reduces localized stress, enhances the B-pillar inner panel 41's resistance to impact forces in the vertical direction, and mitigates the risk of deformation or breakage of the B-pillar inner panel 411.

[0051] In one embodiment, the included angle between the upper mounting surface 4120 and the middle mounting surface 4130 is no greater than 23 degrees, which improves the ease of assembly and the ability to resist impact. For example, the included angle can be 10 degrees or 20 degrees, etc., and this disclosure does not limit the specific angle.

[0052] In one implementation, reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the upper mounting portion 412 includes a mounting groove 4121 and an upper mounting hole 4122. The bottom surface of the mounting groove 4121 is constructed as an upper mounting surface 4120, and the upper mounting hole 4122 is formed on the upper mounting surface 4120.

[0053] In this embodiment, the bottom surface of the mounting groove 4121 is constructed as an upper mounting surface 4120, which facilitates contact with the B-pillar interior trim panel and improves assembly stability; the upper mounting hole 4122 facilitates the connection of fasteners to the B-pillar interior trim panel and the B-pillar interior panel body 411. However, this disclosure does not limit the specific structure of the upper mounting part 412.

[0054] In another embodiment, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the middle mounting portion 413 includes a mounting protrusion 4131 and a middle mounting hole 4132. The protruding surface of the mounting protrusion 4131 is constructed as a middle mounting surface 4130, and the middle mounting hole 4132 is formed on the middle mounting surface 4130.

[0055] In this embodiment, the protruding surface of the mounting protrusion 4131 is the side of the mounting protrusion 4131 away from the B-pillar inner panel 411. This protruding surface facilitates contact with the B-pillar inner trim panel, improving assembly stability. In addition, the center mounting hole 4132 facilitates the connection of fasteners between the B-pillar inner trim panel and the B-pillar inner panel body 411. However, this disclosure does not limit the specific structure of the center mounting portion 413.

[0056] In addition, the B-pillar inner panel body 411 is curved from its upper region to its middle region. That is, in the direction from top to bottom, the B-pillar inner panel body 411 is gradually curved outward in the left and right direction. If the upper mounting part 412 and the middle mounting part 413 are not provided, the assembly of the B-pillar inner trim panel will be more difficult due to the curved shape of the B-pillar inner panel body 411.

[0057] By setting the aforementioned mounting protrusion 4131, which protrudes into the vehicle in the left and right direction, the angle between the middle mounting surface 4130 and the upper mounting surface 4120 can be effectively reduced, facilitating the assembly of the B-pillar interior trim panel.

[0058] In addition, the recess depth of the aforementioned mounting groove 4121 can also be effectively reduced, reducing the risk that the excessive recess depth of the mounting groove 4121 will affect the strength of the upper part of the B-pillar inner panel body 411, that is, reducing the impact on the strength of the upper part of the B-pillar inner panel 41, thereby reducing stress concentration and cracking problems at this location, and improving the ability of the B-pillar inner panel 41 to resist impact in the vertical direction.

[0059] Optionally, the center mounting hole 4132 is constructed as an elongated hole extending in the vertical direction. That is, the extension direction of the elongated hole is the same as the vertical direction of the B-pillar inner panel 41. When the B-pillar inner panel 41 is subjected to vertical impact force, the elongated hole is less likely to deform, thus ensuring the strength of the B-pillar inner panel 41.

[0060] In addition, the vertical dimension of the center mounting hole 4132 is no greater than 24.5mm. This reduces the impact of an excessively large center mounting hole 4132 on the strength of the center area of ​​the B-pillar inner panel 411, ensuring that the center area of ​​the B-pillar inner panel 411 has sufficient structural strength to withstand the force transmitted from the upper end.

[0061] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 As shown, the B-pillar inner panel body 411 has two inner panel protruding ribs 414 protruding inward toward the vehicle interior; the inner panel protruding ribs 414 extend in the vertical direction, and the two inner panel protruding ribs 414 are spaced apart in the front-rear direction; two middle side mounting parts 413 are provided, and the two middle side mounting parts 413 are respectively provided on the side of the two inner panel protruding ribs 414 away from the B-pillar inner panel body 411.

[0062] In this embodiment, by providing the aforementioned inner plate protrusions 414, the structural strength and rigidity of the B-pillar inner plate body 411 can be enhanced, thereby improving its ability to withstand forces in the vertical direction. In addition, the two inner plate protrusions 414 are spaced apart in the front-rear direction, which can also improve the torsional resistance of the B-pillar inner plate body 411 and reduce the risk of torsional deformation of the B-pillar inner plate body 411.

[0063] In addition, the two middle side mounting parts 413 are respectively set on the side of the two inner panel protrusions 414 away from the B-pillar inner panel body 411. By utilizing the protruding characteristics of the inner panel protrusions 414 themselves, the difficulty of the B-pillar inner decorative panel is effectively reduced.

[0064] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 As shown, the inner panel 41 of the B-pillar has a retractor opening 415 for installing a retractor. The retractor opening 415 is located in the lower area of ​​the inner panel body 411 of the B-pillar and is located between two inner panel protrusions 414.

[0065] In this embodiment, the retractor opening 415 is positioned between the two inner plate ribs 414, which fully utilizes the space between the two inner plate ribs 414 and improves space utilization. Furthermore, although the retractor opening 415 is provided, by placing it between the two inner plate ribs 414 that provide additional strength and rigidity, the impact on the overall structural integrity and strength of the B-pillar inner plate 41 is minimized. This ensures that even after the retractor is installed, the B-pillar inner plate 41 can still maintain its necessary load-bearing capacity and impact resistance.

[0066] In other embodiments, refer to Figure 1 As shown, the retractor opening 415 includes two opening side edges 4151 arranged opposite each other in the front-back direction, and the inner plate protrusion rib 414 includes a protrusion rib edge 4141 that is opposite to the retractor opening 415 in the front-back direction; wherein, the dimension between the opening side edge 4151 and the protrusion rib edge 4141 of the adjacent inner plate protrusion rib 414 is not less than 15mm.

[0067] In this embodiment, firstly, by ensuring a distance of at least 15 mm between the edge 4151 of the opening and the edge 4141 of the raised rib, the structural weakening caused by the opening 415 of the retractor can be effectively reduced. This distance ensures that even on the side of the retractor opening 415, the inner panel of the B-pillar can maintain sufficient structural strength and rigidity, thereby improving overall safety. Furthermore, the larger edge spacing helps to disperse the stress acting around the retractor opening 415, reducing the risk of fatigue damage due to repeated loads (such as vibrations during vehicle operation).

[0068] Optionally, the inner panel protrusion 414 protrudes from the inner panel body 411 of the B-pillar by an amount between 10 mm and 15 mm. For example, the inner panel protrusion 414 protrudes from the inner panel body 411 of the B-pillar by an amount of 10 mm; or, the inner panel protrusion 414 protrudes from the inner panel body 411 of the B-pillar by an amount of 12 mm; or, the inner panel protrusion 414 protrudes from the inner panel body 411 of the B-pillar by an amount of 15 mm. This disclosure does not limit the specific dimensions.

[0069] In another implementation, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the B-pillar inner panel 41 also includes a B-pillar inner side panel 416 extending in the vertical direction. The B-pillar inner side panel 416 is connected to the B-pillar inner panel body 411 and extends outward in the left and right direction. The side of the B-pillar inner side panel 416 away from the B-pillar inner panel body 411 is used to connect with the B-pillar outer panel 42.

[0070] In this embodiment, by connecting the inner B-pillar panel 416 to the inner B-pillar panel body 411 and extending it outward in the left-right direction to connect it with the outer B-pillar panel 42, a composite structure is formed, further improving the compressive and bending resistance of the inner B-pillar panel. Furthermore, adding the inner B-pillar panel 416 and connecting it to the outer B-pillar panel 42 can effectively absorb and disperse impact forces from the sides, improving safety performance.

[0071] Optionally, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, a side panel outline edge 4161 is formed on the side of the inner side panel 416 away from the inner side panel body 411 of the B-pillar. The side panel outline edge 4161 is used to connect with the outer side panel 42 of the B-pillar. The side panel outline edge 4161 includes a first outline segment 4162 and a second outline segment 4163 extending in the vertical direction. The first outline segment 4162 is connected above the second outline segment 4163. In the vertical direction, the first outline segment 4162 gradually extends outward in the horizontal direction, and the second outline segment 4163 gradually extends inward in the horizontal direction. The connection position of the first outline segment 4162 and the second outline segment 4163 is at the same height as the middle side mounting part 413.

[0072] In this embodiment, firstly, the design of the first contour segment 4162 and the second contour segment 4163 allows the side panel contour edge 4161 to extend in different directions at different heights. This helps to increase the connection strength and rigidity between the inner side panel 416 and the outer side panel 42 of the B-pillar. In particular, the contour variation formed in the vertical direction can better disperse stress and reduce local stress concentration. Secondly, the connection position of the first contour segment 4162 and the second contour segment 4163 is at the same height as the middle side mounting part 413. This design ensures structural reinforcement at the structural bend, providing a stronger support structure and improving the structural strength at the local bend.

[0073] Optionally, refer to Figure 5 As shown, there are two inner side panels 416 of the B-pillar. The two inner side panels 416 are arranged opposite each other and spaced apart in the front-rear direction. The two inner side panels 416 and the inner panel body 411 of the B-pillar together form the inner panel groove 410.

[0074] By incorporating two inner side panels 416 of the B-pillar and arranging them at intervals in the front-rear direction, the overall structural strength and rigidity of the inner panel 41 of the B-pillar can be significantly improved. This design helps to form a "frame" structure, enabling the inner panel 41 of the B-pillar to provide stronger support in different directions.

[0075] The two opposing B-pillar inner side panels 416 and the B-pillar inner panel body 411 form an effective force transmission path. When a vehicle collides, especially in a side collision, the impact force can be more evenly distributed throughout the B-pillar 4 through this frame structure, reducing the problem of local stress concentration.

[0076] In addition, the aforementioned inner plate groove 410 can provide installation space for other structural components, thereby improving space utilization.

[0077] This disclosure also provides a B-pillar 4, which includes the aforementioned inner B-pillar panel 41.

[0078] Additionally, refer to Figure 6 As shown, this disclosure also provides a vehicle body structure, which further includes a side sill 8 and the aforementioned B-pillar 4. The B-pillar 4 also includes a B-pillar outer panel 42 connected to the B-pillar inner panel 41. The side sill 8 includes a sill top panel 81 and a sill side panel 82 connected to each other. The B-pillar outer panel 42 includes a B-pillar outer panel body 421, a first overlapping plate 422, and a second overlapping plate 423. The first overlapping plate 422 and the second overlapping plate 423 are connected to the lower part of the B-pillar outer panel body 421. The first overlapping plate 422 overlaps the outer surface of the sill top panel 81, and the second overlapping plate 423 overlaps the outer surface of the sill side panel 82.

[0079] In this technical solution, the first overlapping plate 422 and the second overlapping plate 423 overlap the outer surfaces of the sill top plate 81 and the sill side plate 82, respectively. This design allows the B-pillar outer plate 42 to form a tight and firm connection with the side sill 8. This not only enhances the structural strength of the B-pillar 4 itself, but also improves the overall rigidity and stability of the entire vehicle body structure; in particular, it can effectively transfer the forces borne by the B-pillar 4 in the vertical direction to the lower side sill 8.

[0080] Furthermore, by overlapping the first lap plate 422 and the second lap plate 423 at different locations (sill top plate 81 and sill side plate 82), the force can be effectively dispersed. Especially in the event of a collision, this design helps to disperse the impact force and reduce local stress concentration.

[0081] Optionally, refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the outer side of the lower part of the B-pillar outer panel body 421 is recessed in the direction of the vehicle interior to form an outer panel groove 4210; the outer panel groove 4210 includes a groove bottom plate 4211 and a groove side plate 4212, the groove side plate 4212 connects the groove bottom plate 4211 and the second overlapping plate 423, and the groove side plate 4212 overlaps the outer surface of the sill top plate 81.

[0082] In this embodiment, the recessed bottom plate 4211 and the recessed side plate 4212 together form an effective force transmission path. Since the recessed side plate 4212 overlaps the outer surface of the sill top plate 81, the impact force from above can be transmitted to the sill top plate 81 through the recessed bottom plate 4211 and the recessed side plate 4212 in sequence, that is, to the side sill 8. This more effectively transmits the force borne by the B-pillar 4 in the vertical direction to the lower side sill 8, reducing the problem of stress concentration.

[0083] This disclosure also provides a vehicle that includes the aforementioned body structure.

[0084] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of this disclosure. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0085] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A B-pillar inner panel characterized by, The B-pillar inner panel extends in the up-down direction and comprises a B-pillar inner panel body arranged toward the vehicle interior in the left-right direction; An upper side mounting portion is arranged at an upper side region of the B-pillar inner panel body, and a middle side mounting portion is arranged at a middle region of the B-pillar inner panel body in the up-down direction, the upper side mounting portion and the middle side mounting portion being used for mounting a B-pillar inner trim panel; The upper side mounting portion comprises an upper side mounting surface, and the middle side mounting portion comprises a middle side mounting surface, the upper side mounting surface and the middle side mounting surface being used for abutting against the B-pillar inner trim panel, and an included angle between the upper side mounting surface and the middle side mounting surface is an acute angle.

2. The B-pillar inner panel according to claim 1, characterized in that The included angle between the upper side mounting surface and the middle side mounting surface is not greater than 23 degrees.

3. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 1, wherein The upper side mounting portion comprises a mounting groove and an upper side mounting hole, a groove bottom surface of the mounting groove is configured as the upper side mounting surface, and the upper side mounting hole is formed in the upper side mounting surface; and / or The middle side mounting portion comprises a mounting protrusion and a middle side mounting hole, a protrusion surface of the mounting protrusion is configured as the middle side mounting surface, and the middle side mounting hole is formed in the middle side mounting surface.

4. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 3, wherein The middle side mounting hole comprises an elongated hole extending in the up-down direction.

5. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 4, wherein A dimension of the middle side mounting hole in the up-down direction is not greater than 24.5 mm.

6. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 1, wherein The B-pillar inner panel body is arranged with two inner panel protruding ribs protruding toward the vehicle interior direction; The inner panel protruding ribs extend in the up-down direction, and the two inner panel protruding ribs are arranged in the front-rear direction with a spacing; the middle side mounting portion is arranged in two, and the two middle side mounting portions are respectively arranged on the sides of the two inner panel protruding ribs away from the B-pillar inner panel body.

7. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 6, wherein The B-pillar inner panel is provided with a retractor opening for mounting a retractor, the retractor opening is arranged at a lower side region of the B-pillar inner panel body, and the retractor opening is arranged between the two inner panel protruding ribs.

8. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 7, wherein The retractor opening comprises two opening side edges arranged opposite in the front-rear direction, and the inner panel protruding ribs comprise protruding rib edges facing away from the retractor opening in the front-rear direction; A dimension between the opening side edge and the protruding rib edge of the inner panel protruding rib adjacent to the opening side edge is not less than 15 mm.

9. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 6, wherein A dimension of the inner panel protruding rib protruding from the B-pillar inner panel body is between 10 mm and 15 mm.

10. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 1, wherein The B-pillar inner panel further comprises a B-pillar inner side panel extending in the up-down direction, the B-pillar inner side panel being connected to the B-pillar inner panel body and extending toward the vehicle exterior in the left-right direction, and a side of the B-pillar inner side panel away from the B-pillar inner panel body being used for connecting with a B-pillar outer panel.

11. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 10, wherein The side of the B-pillar inner side panel away from the B-pillar inner panel body is formed with a side panel profile edge used for connecting with the B-pillar outer panel; the side panel profile edge comprises a first profile segment and a second profile segment extending in the up-down direction, and the first profile segment is connected above the second profile segment; In a direction from top to bottom, the first profile segment gradually extends outward in the left-right direction, and the second profile segment gradually extends inward in the left-right direction; A connecting position of the first profile segment and the second profile segment is the same as a height position of the middle side mounting portion.

12. The B-pillar inner panel of claim 11, wherein, The two B-pillar inner side plates are oppositely arranged and spaced apart in the front-rear direction, and the two B-pillar inner side plates and the B-pillar inner plate body jointly define an inner plate groove.

13. A B-pillar, characterized in that The B-pillar comprises the B-pillar inner plate as claimed in any one of claims 1-12.

14. A vehicle body structure characterized by comprising: The vehicle body structure further comprises a side wall rocker and the B-pillar as claimed in claim 13, and the B-pillar further comprises a B-pillar outer plate connected to the B-pillar inner plate; The side wall rocker comprises a rocker top plate and a rocker side plate connected to each other; The B-pillar outer plate comprises a B-pillar outer plate body, a first lap plate and a second lap plate, and the first lap plate and the second lap plate are connected to a lower portion of the B-pillar outer plate body; The first lap plate is lapped to an outer surface of the rocker top plate, and the second lap plate is lapped to an outer surface of the rocker side plate.

15. The vehicle body structure according to claim 14, characterized by An outer side of the lower portion of the B-pillar outer plate body is recessed to form an outer plate recess in a direction towards the vehicle interior; The outer plate recess comprises a recess bottom plate and a recess side plate, the recess side plate connects the recess bottom plate and the second lap plate, and the recess side plate is lapped to the outer surface of the rocker top plate.

16. A vehicle characterized by comprising: The vehicle comprises the vehicle body structure as claimed in claim 14 or 15.