Motor, suspension assembly, vehicle and bearing

By designing a ring structure of the base and solid lubricant in the motor of the suspension assembly, the problem of low motor bearing life is solved, resulting in a longer service life and less friction noise, and improving the smoothness and stability of motor operation.

CN224083314UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-03BYD CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2026-04-03

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Technical Problem

The motor bearings in the suspension assembly have a short lifespan due to high-frequency motion, and existing technologies are unable to effectively solve the wear problem of the motor in the suspension assembly.

Method used

The bearing design includes a base and multiple first solid lubricants, forming a continuous ring structure. The solid lubricants are installed through receiving holes, which reduces friction and improves lubrication. Combined with the use of wear-resistant parts, the structural strength and lubrication effect of the bearing are improved.

Benefits of technology

It extends the service life of the bearings, reduces frictional noise and starting resistance during motor startup, and improves the smoothness and stability of motor operation.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a motor, a suspension assembly, a vehicle and a bearing, relates to the technical field of vehicles, and aims to provide a long-life motor using a suspension. The motor comprises a first assembly and a second assembly, the first assembly and the second assembly can move relatively, a first bearing is arranged between the first assembly and the second assembly, and the first bearing comprises a base body and a plurality of first solid lubricating pieces. The base body is cylindrical and is provided with a first end face. The multiple first solid lubricating pieces are arranged on the base body, and the projections of the multiple first solid lubricating pieces on the first end face of the base body form a continuous annular structure.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, and in particular to motors, suspension components, vehicles and bearings. Background Technology

[0002] A vehicle includes a body, wheels, and a suspension assembly connecting the body and wheels. The suspension assembly buffers the impact forces transmitted to the body from uneven road surfaces to ensure a smooth ride. Some suspension assemblies also include a motor; adjusting the motor's movement helps maintain a stable vehicle position and improve ride comfort.

[0003] The motor includes a first component and a second component, which can move relative to each other along a first direction. At least one of the first component and the second component is provided with a bearing, and the other component is at least partially passed through the bearing. This can improve the coaxiality of the first component and the second component and improve the smoothness of motor operation. The current problem is that because the motor uses a suspension and is the actuator of the suspension component, its high-frequency movement leads to a relatively low bearing life of the motor. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a motor, suspension assembly, vehicle, and bearing, with the aim of providing a motor with a long service life for use in suspension applications.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A first aspect of this application provides an electric motor for use in a vehicle suspension, comprising a first component and a second component, the first component and the second component being movable relative to each other, and a bearing disposed between the first component and the second component. The bearing includes a base and a plurality of first solid lubricants. The base is cylindrical and has a first end face. The plurality of first solid lubricants are disposed on the base, and the projections of the plurality of first solid lubricants on the first end face of the base form a continuous annular structure.

[0007] With the above configuration, since the projections of multiple first solid lubricants onto the first end face of the substrate form a continuous annular structure, during the relative movement of the first and second components, the other component can contact the first solid lubricant around its circumference along the substrate. This avoids friction between the other component and the substrate, ensuring the lubrication effect of the bearing.

[0008] In some embodiments, the substrate has m layers of receiving holes along the axial direction for mounting a first solid lubricant. The substrate also includes a second end face opposite to the first end face. From the first end face to the second end face, the m layers of receiving holes are respectively denoted as the 1st layer receiving hole, ..., the mth layer receiving hole, with adjacent layers of receiving holes staggered circumferentially. m is an integer ≥ 2.

[0009] In some embodiments, the axial distance from the center of the first layer receiving hole to the first end face is hx1, and the axial distance from the center of the m layer receiving hole to the second end face is hx2, where hx1 ≥ 1.5 mm and / or hx2 ≥ 1.5 mm.

[0010] In some embodiments, the axial distance between the centers of two adjacent receiving holes is hx, hx≥2r, where r is the radius of the receiving hole.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first layer receiving hole includes a first receiving hole, the second layer receiving hole includes a second receiving hole, and the projections of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face at least partially overlap.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first layer of receiving holes includes a first receiving hole, the second layer of receiving holes includes a second receiving hole, and the projections of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face are adjacent, that is, the projection boundaries of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face are adjacent.

[0013] In some embodiments, the distribution rate of the plurality of accommodating holes on the bearing is greater than or equal to 10% and less than or equal to 30%. In some embodiments, the number of accommodating holes in each layer is n, where a ≤ n ≤ 1.5a, where... n is an integer, R is the inner diameter of the substrate, and r is the inner diameter of the accommodating hole.

[0014] In some embodiments, the radius r of the accommodating hole satisfies: r < 1.5b, where b is the wall thickness of the substrate.

[0015] In some embodiments, the bearing is fixed to one of a first component and a second component, and the base has a first mating surface adapted to mate with the other of the first and second components. One end opening of a plurality of receiving holes is located on the first mating surface. At least a portion of a first solid lubricant is disposed on or exposed on the first mating surface.

[0016] In some embodiments, the other of the first and second components includes a body and a wear-resistant component. The body has a second mating surface adapted to mate with a bearing. At least a portion of the wear-resistant component is disposed on or exposed above the second mating surface.

[0017] In some embodiments, the bearing includes a first bearing fixed to a first component, and the second component includes a mandrel slidably disposed within the first bearing.

[0018] In some embodiments, the number of receiving holes in each layer of the first bearing is n, where 20≤n≤30, and n is an integer.

[0019] In some embodiments, the number of accommodating holes in each layer of the first bearing is n, where 27≤n≤30, and n is an integer.

[0020] In some embodiments, the first component further includes a guide. A guide hole is provided in the spindle, and the guide is received in the guide hole. When the first component moves relative to the second component, the guide moves within the guide hole.

[0021] In some embodiments, at least one bearing further includes a second bearing disposed within a guide hole and connected to a spindle, wherein a guide member is slidably disposed within the second bearing.

[0022] In some embodiments, the number of receiving holes in each layer of the second bearing is greater than or equal to 10 and less than or equal to 20.

[0023] A second aspect of this application provides a suspension assembly including the aforementioned motor, tower mount assembly, and spring. The tower mount assembly is disposed on one of the first and second assemblies of the motor and is adapted to connect to the vehicle body. The spring is disposed between the tower mount assembly and the other of the first and second assemblies and is adapted to connect to a wheel.

[0024] A third aspect of this application provides a vehicle that includes the aforementioned motor, or includes the aforementioned suspension assembly.

[0025] A fourth aspect of this application provides a bearing, including a base and a plurality of first solid lubricants. The base is cylindrical and has a first end face. The plurality of first solid lubricants are disposed on the base, and the projections of the plurality of first solid lubricants on the first end face of the base form a continuous annular structure.

[0026] In some embodiments, the substrate is provided with m layers of receiving holes along the axial direction, the receiving holes being used to install a first solid lubricant; the substrate also includes a second end face opposite to the first end face, and in the direction from the first end face to the second end face, the m layers of receiving holes are respectively denoted as the first layer of receiving holes, ..., the mth layer of receiving holes, and adjacent layers of receiving holes are staggered in the circumferential direction, where m is an integer ≥2.

[0027] In some embodiments, the number of accommodating holes in each layer is n, where a ≤ n ≤ 1.5a, where... n is an integer, R is the inner diameter of the substrate, r is the inner diameter of the accommodating hole, and m is the m-layer accommodating hole.

[0028] In some embodiments, the radius r of the accommodating hole satisfies: r < 1.5b, where b is the wall thickness of the substrate. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle structure provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the connection relationship between the steering knuckle, steering assembly, and suspension assembly in the vehicle shown.

[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structural schematic of the suspension assembly in the vehicle shown.

[0033] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the suspension assembly shown.

[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the bearing;

[0035] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the first bearing;

[0036] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the relationship between wear amount and the number of accommodating holes;

[0037] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the second bearing;

[0038] Figure 9 This is one of the schematic diagrams illustrating the relationship between starting resistance and the number of receiving holes;

[0039] Figure 10 The second diagram illustrates the relationship between starting resistance and the number of receiving holes.

[0040] Reference numerals: 100, vehicle; 10, body; 20, wheel; 30, suspension assembly; 1, motor; 11, first assembly; 114, guide; 12, second assembly; 121, spindle; 121A, guide hole; 115, first bearing; 124, second bearing;

[0041] 13. Second support;

[0042] 2. Tower top assembly; 21. Fixing base; 22. First support;

[0043] 3. Elastic element

[0044] 40. Steering assembly; 401. Steering shaft; 402. Steering wheel;

[0045] 50. Steering knuckle;

[0046] 300, bearing; 302, base; 300A, receiving hole. Detailed Implementation

[0047] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0048] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or relative positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for 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 utility model. Unless otherwise specified, the above-mentioned orientational descriptions can be flexibly set in actual application, provided that the relative positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings is satisfied.

[0049] The terms "first" and "second" 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 as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0050] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "communication" 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, or a connection within 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.

[0051] In embodiments of this invention, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0052] In this embodiment of the invention, the terms "exemplary" or "for example" are used to indicate that something is an example, illustration, or description. Any embodiment or design described as "exemplary" or "for example" in this embodiment of the invention should not be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments or designs. Specifically, the use of the terms "exemplary" or "for example" is intended to present the relevant concepts in a specific manner.

[0053] In the description of this specification, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0054] This application provides a vehicle. The vehicle can be a pure electric vehicle, a hybrid electric vehicle, a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, a range-extended electric vehicle, a gasoline vehicle, etc. Vehicle 100 can also be a sedan, truck, bus, lorry, trailer, etc. This application does not specifically limit the type of vehicle.

[0055] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the vehicle 100 provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 for Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the connection relationship between the steering knuckle 50, steering assembly 40, and suspension assembly 30 in the vehicle 100. The vehicle 100 may include a wheel 20, a body 10, a steering knuckle 50, and a steering assembly 40. The steering knuckle 50 is disposed on the wheel 20. At least a portion of the steering assembly 40 is disposed on the body 10. The steering assembly 40 is connected to the steering knuckle 50, and the position of the steering assembly 40 connected to the steering knuckle 50 is eccentrically positioned relative to the rotation axis of the wheel 20, so that the steering assembly 40 can drive the wheel 20 to steer via the steering knuckle 50.

[0056] In some embodiments, the steering assembly 40 may include a steering wheel and a steering shaft. The steering wheel is located in the passenger compartment of the vehicle body 10 and is connected to the steering knuckle 50 via the steering shaft. When driving the vehicle 100, the user can turn the steering wheel to rotate the wheels via the steering shaft and the steering knuckle 50, thereby steering the vehicle 100.

[0057] In some embodiments, the vehicle 100 may further include a suspension assembly 30. The suspension assembly 30 is connected between the vehicle body 10 and the wheels 20 to buffer the impact force transmitted to the vehicle body 10 from uneven road surfaces, so as to ensure the smoothness of the vehicle 100 and improve the driving comfort of the vehicle 100.

[0058] In some embodiments, the suspension assembly 30 may be connected between the vehicle body 10 and the steering knuckle 50 on the wheel 20 to prevent the suspension assembly 30 from rotating with the wheel 20. Based on this, as the steering assembly 40 drives the wheel to steer through the steering knuckle 50, one end of the suspension assembly 30 connected to the steering knuckle 50 will also rotate relative to the end of the suspension assembly 30 connected to the vehicle body 10, so as to ensure the smooth operation of the vehicle 100.

[0059] The structure of the suspension assembly 30 will be further described below.

[0060] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the suspension assembly 30 in the vehicle 100 shown. Figure 4 for Figure 3 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the suspension assembly 30. The suspension assembly 30 may include a motor 1, a tower mount assembly 2, and a spring 3.

[0061] The motor 1 can be a linear motor. The tower top assembly 2 is connected to the motor 1 and to the vehicle body 10. The spring 3 is sleeved on the outside of the motor 1. During vehicle operation, affected by road bumps, the motor 1 can adjust the distance between the vehicle body 10 and the wheels 20 to ensure the stability of the vehicle body 10. Furthermore, the spring 3 will compress or extend under the action of the vehicle body 10 and the wheels 20 to achieve the purpose of shock absorption.

[0062] Please refer to the following: Figure 5 , Figure 5 for Figure 3 The diagram shows the structure of the motor 1 in the suspension assembly 30. The motor 1 may include a first component 11 and a second component 12. The first component 11 can move relative to the second component 12 to extend or retract the motor 1. The direction in which the first component 11 moves relative to the second component 12 is defined as a first direction. The first direction may be consistent with the height direction of the vehicle 100 or may be tilted relative to the height direction of the vehicle. This application does not specifically limit this direction.

[0063] In some embodiments, the first component 11 may be connected to the vehicle body and the second component 12 may be connected to the wheels, or vice versa.

[0064] One of the first component 11 and the second component 12 is adapted to connect to the wheel 20. Optionally, one of the first component 11 and the second component 12 is adapted to connect to the wheel 20 via a component such as a steering knuckle 50 or a connecting arm, and the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 is adapted to connect to the vehicle body 10. Optionally, the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 is adapted to connect to the vehicle body 10 via a strut top assembly 2.

[0065] The following embodiments are further descriptions based on the premise that the first component 11 is adapted to connect the wheel 20 and the second component 12 is adapted to connect the vehicle body 10, and should not be considered as specific limitations on the present application. Specifically, the first component 11 is adapted to connect the wheel 20 by means of a steering knuckle 50 or a connecting arm, and the second component 12 is adapted to connect the vehicle body 10 by means of a top mount component 2.

[0066] Please continue reading. Figure 4 The tower top assembly 2 may include a mounting base 21 and a first support 22. The mounting base 21 is fixed to the second assembly 12 and is adapted to connect to the vehicle body 10. The first support 22 is disposed on the mounting base 21. The first assembly 11 also includes a second support 13. Optionally, the second support 13 is connected to the housing 111 of the first assembly 11.

[0067] The motor 1 also includes an electrical connection structure that can be fixed to the tower top assembly 2. The electrical connection structure is connected to the second assembly 12 to supply current to the second assembly 12, thereby driving the second assembly 12 to move relative to the first assembly 11 in the aforementioned first direction.

[0068] Spring 3 is connected between the tower top assembly 2 and the first assembly 11. Optionally, spring 3 is connected between the first support 22 and the second support 13.

[0069] Optional, please continue reading Figure 4 Spring 3 can be a cylindrical helical spring or an air spring. The helical spring can be a cylindrical helical spring sleeved around the motor 1. In some other embodiments, spring 3 can also be a tower spring, disc spring, etc. This application uses spring 3 as an example of a cylindrical helical spring, which should not be considered as a special limitation of this application.

[0070] In one application condition, the second component 12 supports the vehicle body 10 to maintain a suitable height. When the first component 11 and the second component 12 move relative to each other, the distance between the first support 22 and the second support 13 will change accordingly, so that the spring 3 will extend and retract with the relative movement of the first component 11 and the second component 12, so as to keep the vehicle body 10 stable and have a good vibration reduction effect.

[0071] Based on this, this application provides a bearing, such as Figure 4 , Figure 5As shown, the bearing 300 is disposed between the first component 11 and the second component 12. The bearing 300 is fixed to one of the first component 11 and the second component 12, and is in sliding engagement with the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12.

[0072] With the above configuration, the bearing 300 is located between the first component 11 and the second component 12, which can lubricate the first component 11 and the second component 12, thereby reducing the resistance during the relative movement of the first component 11 and the second component 12, so that the first component 11 and the second component 12 can move smoothly relative to each other, and improve the smoothness of the motor 1 operation.

[0073] Specifically, in some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the bearing 300 includes a base 302 and a plurality of first solid lubricants A7. The base 302 is cylindrical and has a first end face A3. The plurality of first solid lubricants A7 are disposed on the base 302, and the projections of the plurality of first solid lubricants A7 onto the first end face A3 of the base 302 form a continuous annular structure.

[0074] With the above configuration, since the projections of multiple first solid lubricants A7 onto the first end face A3 of the base 302 form a continuous annular structure, during the relative movement of the first component 11 and the second component 12, along the circumference of the base 302, the other component of the first component 11 and the second component 12 can contact the first solid lubricant A7 around its circumference. This avoids friction between the other component of the first component 11 and the second component 12 and the base 302, ensuring the lubrication effect of the bearing 300.

[0075] The substrate 302 is provided with multiple receiving holes 300A. The first solid lubricant A7 is disposed in the receiving hole 300A.

[0076] With the above settings, during the operation of motor 1, when the first component 11 and the second component 12 are squeezed together, the first solid lubricant A7 will be squeezed out from the receiving hole 300A and then slide in cooperation with the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12, thereby realizing the lubrication function of bearing 300.

[0077] Based on this, in some embodiments, the substrate 302 is provided with m layers of receiving holes along the axial direction. These receiving holes are used to install the first solid lubricant A7, and each layer of receiving holes includes n receiving holes. The substrate 302 also includes a second end face A4 opposite to the first end face A3. From the first end face A3 to the second end face A4, the m layers of receiving holes are respectively denoted as the first layer of receiving holes (…). Figure 5 As shown in A1), ..., the m-th layer receiving hole ( Figure 5 As shown in A2), adjacent accommodating holes are staggered circumferentially. m is an integer ≥ 2.

[0078] With the above arrangement, along the axial direction of the base 302, multiple first solid lubricants A7 can be respectively housed in multiple layers of receiving holes. Compared with multiple first solid lubricants A7 being housed in the same layer, arranging multiple first solid lubricants A7 in multiple layers can facilitate the spatial arrangement of multiple first solid lubricants A7 on the base 302 and facilitate the processing of bearings.

[0079] It should also be noted that at the instant the motor 1 starts, the first component 11 and the second component 12 change from being relatively stationary to being relatively moving. Since the bearing 300 is in sliding fit with the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12, and the bearing 300 is provided with multiple receiving holes 300A, at the instant the motor 1 starts, it is necessary to overcome the static friction between the bearing 300 and the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12, so that the first component 11 and the second component 12 can move relative to each other. When there are too many receiving holes 300A, the edge of the receiving hole 300A will contact the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12, thereby increasing the static friction between the bearing 300 and the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12, hindering the relative movement of the first component 11 and the second component 12. At this time, the strength of the bearing 300 is low and it is easy to deform. The edge of the receiving hole 300A on the deformed bearing 300 will protrude or be recessed relative to the inner surface of the bearing 300, which will further increase the static friction between the bearing 300 and the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12, further hindering the relative movement between the first component 11 and the components.

[0080] In this way, by accommodating multiple first solid lubricants A7 in multiple layers of accommodating holes, the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer will not be too large, thus improving the structural strength of the bearing 300.

[0081] In addition, since the arrangement of multiple receiving holes 300A can improve the structural strength of the bearing 300, the bearing 300 is not easy to deform. This reduces the degree to which the edge of the receiving hole 300A will protrude or sink relative to the inner surface of the bearing 300 after the bearing 300 is deformed. This reduces the obstruction effect of the edges of the multiple receiving holes 300A on the second component 12, thereby reducing the starting resistance of the motor 1 when it starts, and thus reducing the friction noise emitted by the motor 1 when it starts.

[0082] Specifically, in some embodiments, the substrate 302 has a first mating surface A5, which is adapted to mate with another of the first component 11 and the second component 12. One end opening of a plurality of receiving holes 300A is located on the first mating surface A5.

[0083] At least a portion of the first solid lubricant A7 is disposed on or exposed on the first mating surface A5.

[0084] With the above configuration, when the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 moves relative to the bearing 300, the first mating surface A5 can contact the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12, and the first solid lubricant A7 can play a lubricating role to reduce the friction between the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 and the bearing 300, so as to facilitate the relative movement of the first component 11 and the second component 12.

[0085] In some embodiments, the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 includes a body and a wear-resistant component. The body has a second mating surface A6 adapted to mate with the bearing 300. At least a portion of the wear-resistant component is disposed on or exposed on the second mating surface A6.

[0086] By providing a wear-resistant component on the second mating surface A6 of the main body, the hardness of the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 can be increased, thereby improving the wear resistance of the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 and reducing the wear between the other of the first component 11 and the second component 12 and the bearing 300.

[0087] It should be noted that "at least part of the wear-resistant part is exposed on the second mating surface A6" means that the wear-resistant part can be seen and touched from the second mating surface A6. The mating surface of the wear-resistant part can be flush with, lower than, or higher than the second mating surface A6.

[0088] For example, the material of the wear-resistant part can be hard chromium.

[0089] For example, the wear-resistant component can be a wear-resistant coating disposed on the second mating surface A6 of the main body. Also for example, the wear-resistant component can be a cylindrical structure or the like fixed to the second mating surface A6 of the main body. Still for example, the wear-resistant component can be a block structure, columnar structure, cylindrical structure, or the like, partially embedded in the main body and partially exposed on the second mating surface A6.

[0090] Based on this, in some embodiments, the first layer receiving hole 300A includes a first receiving hole, the second layer receiving hole 300A includes a second receiving hole, and the projections of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face A3 at least partially overlap. Specifically, the angle between the axis of two adjacent receiving holes 300A in each layer and the perpendicular line to the axis of the base 302 is α, and the angle between the perpendicular line of the opposite ends of the receiving holes 300A and the axis of the base 302 is θ, where α < θ.

[0091] With the above configuration, during the relative movement of the first component 11 and the second component 12, since the adjacent two-layer receiving holes 300A overlap at least partially, when the multiple first solid lubricants A7 are squeezed out from the multiple receiving holes 300A, along the circumference of the bearing 300, the projection of the multiple first solid lubricants A7 on the first end face A3 of the substrate 302 can form a continuous annular structure to ensure the lubrication effect of the bearing 300.

[0092] In other embodiments, the first layer of receiving holes includes a first receiving hole, the second layer of receiving holes includes a second receiving hole, and the projections of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face A3 are adjacent, that is, the projection boundaries of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face A3 are adjacent.

[0093] Specifically, at this point, α = θ.

[0094] With the above configuration, during the relative movement of the first component 11 and the second component 12, when multiple first solid lubricants A7 are squeezed out from multiple receiving holes 300A, along the circumference of the bearing 300, the projection of multiple first solid lubricants A7 on the first end face A3 of the base 302 can also form a continuous annular structure to ensure the lubrication effect of the bearing 300.

[0095] In some embodiments, the axial distance between the center of the first layer receiving hole and the first end face A3 is hx1, where hx1 ≥ 1.5 mm.

[0096] With the above settings, the distance between the multiple receiving holes 300A and the first end face A3 will not be too small. This can ensure the structural strength of the first end face A3 of the bearing 300, thereby reducing the degree of deformation of the bearing 300. This will further reduce the degree to which the edge of the receiving hole 300A will protrude or be recessed relative to the inner surface of the bearing 300 after the bearing 300 is deformed, reduce the obstruction effect of the edges of the multiple receiving holes 300A on the second component 12, and reduce the starting resistance of the motor 1.

[0097] In some embodiments, the axial distance between the center of the m-th layer receiving hole and the second end face A4 is hx2, where hx2 ≥ 1.5 mm.

[0098] With the above settings, the distance between the multiple receiving holes 300A and the second end face A4 will not be too small. This can ensure the structural strength of the second end face A4 of the bearing 300, thereby reducing the degree of deformation of the bearing 300. This will further reduce the degree to which the edge of the receiving hole 300A will protrude or be recessed relative to the inner surface of the bearing 300 after the bearing 300 is deformed, reduce the obstruction effect of the edges of the multiple receiving holes 300A on the second component 12, and reduce the starting resistance of the motor 1.

[0099] In some embodiments, the axial distance between the centers of two adjacent receiving holes 300A is hx, where hx ≥ 2r, and r is the radius of the receiving hole.

[0100] With the above configuration, there will be no overlap between two adjacent layers of receiving holes 300A along the axial direction of the substrate. Compared with the partial overlap between two adjacent layers of receiving holes 300A, this can prevent the structural strength of a certain part of the substrate 302 from being too low, thereby further ensuring the structural strength of the substrate 302.

[0101] In some embodiments, the radius r of the accommodating hole 300A satisfies: r < 1.5b, where b is the wall thickness of the substrate 302.

[0102] It is understandable that the greater the wall thickness b of the substrate 302, the higher the structural strength of the substrate 302, and the radius r of the receiving hole 300A can also be set to be larger. Conversely, the smaller the wall thickness b of the substrate 302, the lower the structural strength of the substrate 302, and the radius r of the receiving hole 300A needs to be set to be smaller.

[0103] The above settings ensure that the radius r of the receiving hole 300A satisfies the condition: r < 1.5b. This prevents the radius of the receiving hole 300A from being too large, which could affect the structural strength of the substrate 302 and thus guarantee the normal function of the substrate 302.

[0104] Based on this, in some embodiments, the distribution rate of the plurality of receiving holes 300A on the bearing 300 is greater than or equal to 10% and less than or equal to 30%.

[0105] With the above settings, when the distribution rate of multiple receiving holes 300A on the bearing 300 is less than 10%, the contact area between the bearing 300 and the second component 12 is large, which will increase the static friction between the bearing 300 and the second component 12 and increase the starting resistance of the motor 1.

[0106] When the distribution rate of multiple receiving holes 300A on the bearing 300 is greater than 30%, the number of receiving holes 300A is too large. The edges of multiple receiving holes 300A will contact the second component 12, which will also increase the static friction between the bearing 300 and the second component 12. At this time, the structural strength of the bearing 300 is low. After the bearing 300 is deformed, the static friction between the bearing 300 and the second component 12 will be further increased, thereby increasing the starting resistance of the motor 1.

[0107] In this way, by making the distribution rate of multiple receiving holes 300A on the bearing 300 greater than or equal to 10% and less than or equal to 30%, the static friction between the bearing 300 and the second component 12 can be reduced, thereby reducing the starting resistance of the motor 1 and reducing the friction noise emitted when the motor 1 starts.

[0108] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 , Figure 6 As shown, at least one bearing 300 includes a first bearing 115, which is fixed to a first assembly 11. The second assembly 12 includes a spindle 121, which is slidably disposed within the first bearing 115.

[0109] By setting the first bearing 115, the friction between the spindle 121 and the first component 11 can be reduced, thereby reducing the friction between the first component 11 and the second component 12.

[0110] Based on this, in some embodiments, 20≤n≤30, and n is an integer.

[0111] Specifically, the range of n can be determined by simulating the starting force of motor 1.

[0112] First, some setting parameters of the first bearing 115 can be determined, such as the radius r1 of the receiving hole 300A, which in some examples is r1=1.5mm; the dimension h1 of the first bearing 115 in the first direction, which in some examples is h1=15mm; the number m1 of receiving holes 300A in each layer, which in some examples is m1=3; the minimum distance h2 between the receiving hole 300A and the first end face A3, which in some examples is h2=1.5mm; the minimum distance h3 between the receiving hole 300A and the second end face A4, which in some examples is h3=1.5mm; the radius R1 of the first bearing 115, which in some examples is R1=36mm; and the angle θ1 between the lines connecting the opposite ends of the receiving hole 300A and the axis of the first bearing 115 along the circumference of the first bearing 115, which in some examples is θ1=4.776°.

[0113] Then, α1 = θ1, where α1 is the angle between the perpendicular line from the center of one accommodating hole 300A to the axis of the first bearing 115 and the perpendicular line from the center of the other accommodating hole 300A to the axis of the first bearing 115 along the circumference of the first bearing 115. The number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer, n1, is used as a variable. Simulations are performed on the starting resistance of motor 1 for different values ​​of n1. The simulation results are as follows: Figure 7 As shown.

[0114] from Figure 7 As can be seen, when the value of n1 is between 20 and 30, the starting resistance of motor 1 is relatively small.

[0115] In this way, compared to the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer being less than 20 or greater than 30, when the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer is greater than or equal to 20 and less than or equal to 30, the starting resistance of motor 1 can be reduced, thereby reducing the frictional noise when motor 1 starts.

[0116] Based on this, in some embodiments, 27≤n≤30, and n is an integer.

[0117] Specifically, in order for multiple first solid lubricants A7 to cover the second component 12 around the circumference of the first bearing 115, it is necessary to ensure that θ1≥α1 and (α1*(m1-1)+θ1)*n1≥360°. Therefore, the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer can be calculated as n1≥360° / m1*θ1+1. Since n1 is a natural number, the minimum value of n1 can be calculated as 26. In order to avoid the decrease in lubrication area after the first solid lubricants A7 wear down with the use of motor 1, the number of n1 can be greater than or equal to 27.

[0118] In this way, by making the number of receiving holes 300A in each layer greater than or equal to 27 and less than or equal to 30, the starting resistance of the motor 1 can be further reduced, and the lubrication effect of the first bearing 115 on the first component 11 of the shaft core can be guaranteed.

[0119] Based on this, in some embodiments, 4.28°≤α1≤4.776°.

[0120] Specifically, when the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer is between 27 and 30, the distribution rate of the multiple accommodating holes 300A on the first bearing 115 can be calculated according to η1=(πr1^2*m1*n1) / (2πR1*h1). At this time, the distribution rate η1 of the multiple accommodating holes 300A on the first bearing 115 is between 16.87% and 18.75%, which satisfies 10%≤η1≤30%.

[0121] Furthermore, the wear of the first bearing 115 was simulated for different values ​​of n1, specifically as follows: Figure 8 As shown, from Figure 8 As can be seen, the distribution rate η1 of multiple accommodating holes 300A is large, which means the wear of bearing 300 is higher. Therefore, n1=27 can be taken as the preferred option. Calculating the range of α1, we can find that 4.28°≤α1≤4.776°.

[0122] In this way, by making 4.28°≤α1≤4.776°, the starting resistance of the motor 1 can be reduced by bearing 300, and the lubrication effect of the first bearing 115 on the first component 11 of the shaft core can be guaranteed. At the same time, the wear of the first bearing 115 can be reduced, thereby improving the service life of bearing 300.

[0123] Based on this, in some embodiments, such as Figure 4 , Figure 9 As shown, the first component 11 also includes a guide member 114. The spindle 121 is provided with a guide hole 121A. The guide hole 121A extends along the axial direction of the spindle 121, and the guide member 114 is accommodated in the guide hole 121A. When the first component 11 moves relative to the second component 12, the guide member 114 moves within the guide hole 121A.

[0124] During the relative movement of the spindle 121 and the housing, the guide 114 moves within the guide hole 121A to guide the spindle 121 and the housing through the cooperation between the guide 114 and the spindle 121, thereby improving the stability and smoothness of the relative movement between the spindle 121 and the housing.

[0125] For example, the guide member 114 can be a rod-shaped structure, a plate-shaped structure, an irregular structure, etc., which will not be described in detail here.

[0126] In some embodiments, at least one bearing 300 further includes a second bearing 124. The second bearing 124 is disposed within a guide hole 121A and connected to the spindle 121. A guide member 114 is slidably disposed within the second bearing 124. The guide member 114 and the second bearing 124 are slidably relative to each other along the axial direction of the spindle 121.

[0127] By setting the second bearing 124, the friction between the guide 114 and the spindle 121 can be reduced, thereby reducing the friction between the first component 11 and the second component 12.

[0128] Based on this, in some embodiments, along the first direction, the number of accommodating holes 300A on each layer of the second bearing 124 is greater than or equal to 10 and less than or equal to 20.

[0129] Specifically, the range of the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer can be determined by simulating the starting force of motor 1.

[0130] First, some setting parameters of the second bearing 124 can be determined, such as the radius r2 of the receiving hole 300A (in some examples, r2=1.5mm), the dimension h4 of the second bearing 124 in the first direction (in some examples, h4=30mm), the number of layers m2 (in some examples, m2=5), the minimum distance h5 between the receiving hole 300A and the first end face A3 (in some examples, h5=2.5mm), the minimum distance h6 between the receiving hole 300A and the second end face A4 (in some examples, h6=2.5mm), the radius R2 of the second bearing 124 (in some examples, R2=14mm), and the angle θ2 between the lines connecting the opposite ends of the receiving hole 300A and the axis of the second bearing 124 along the circumference of the second bearing 124 and the axis of the second bearing 124 (in some examples, θ2=12.3°).

[0131] Then, α2 = θ2, where α2 is the angle between the perpendicular line from the center of one accommodating hole 300A to the axis of the second bearing 124 and the perpendicular line from the center of the other accommodating hole 300A to the axis of the second bearing 124 along the circumference of the second bearing 124. The number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer, n1, is used as a variable. Simulations are performed on the starting resistance of motor 1 for different values ​​of n1. The simulation results are as follows: Figure 10 As shown.

[0132] from Figure 10 As can be seen, when the value of n2 is between 10 and 20, the starting resistance of motor 1 is relatively small.

[0133] In this way, compared to the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer being less than 10 or greater than 20, when the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer is greater than or equal to 10 and less than or equal to 20, the starting resistance of motor 1 can be reduced, thereby reducing the frictional noise when motor 1 starts.

[0134] Based on this, in some embodiments, the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer is greater than or equal to 10 and less than or equal to 14.

[0135] from Figure 10 As can be seen, compared to n2 being greater than 14 and less than or equal to 20, when n2 is between 10 and 14, the starting resistance of motor 1 is smaller. Thus, by making the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer between 10 and 14, the starting resistance of motor 1 can be further reduced, thereby further reducing the frictional noise when motor 1 starts.

[0136] In some examples, in order for multiple first solid lubricants A7 to cover the second assembly 12 around the circumference of the second bearing 124, it is necessary to ensure that θ2 ≥ α2 and (α2 * (m2 - 1) + θ2) * n2 ≥ 360°. Therefore, the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer can be calculated as n2 ≥ 360° / m2 * θ2 + 1. Since n2 is a natural number, the minimum value of n2 can be calculated as 6. In order to avoid the decrease in lubrication area after the first solid lubricant A7 wears down with the use of motor 1, the number of n2 can be greater than or equal to 10.

[0137] In this way, by making the number of each layer of receiving holes 300A greater than or equal to 10 and less than or equal to 14, the starting resistance of the motor 1 can be further reduced, and the lubrication effect of the second bearing 124 on the first component 11 of the shaft core can be guaranteed.

[0138] Based on this, in some embodiments, 5.925°≤α1≤12.3°.

[0139] Specifically, when the number of accommodating holes 300A in each layer is between 10 and 14, the distribution rate of the multiple accommodating holes 300A on the second bearing 124 can be calculated according to η2=(πr2^2*m2*n2) / (2πR2*h2). At this time, the distribution rate η2 of the multiple accommodating holes 300A on the second bearing 124 is between 13.4% and 18.78%, which satisfies 10%≤η2≤30%.

[0140] Furthermore, the wear of the second bearing 124 was simulated for different values ​​of n2, specifically as follows: Figure 7 As shown, from Figure 7 As can be seen, the larger the distribution rate η2 of the multiple accommodating holes 300A, the higher the wear of the bearing 300. Therefore, n2=10 can be taken as the preferred option. Calculating the range of α2, we can obtain 13.4°≤α1≤18.78°.

[0141] In this way, by making 13.4°≤α1≤18.78°, the starting resistance of the motor 1 can be reduced by bearing 300, and the lubrication effect of the first component 11 of the shaft core by the second bearing 124 can be guaranteed. At the same time, the wear of the second bearing 124 can be reduced, thereby improving the service life of bearing 300.

[0142] In other embodiments, the number of accommodating holes per layer is n, where a ≤ n ≤ 1.5a, where a = [2.75(Rr)(hx1-r)(hx2-r) / rm(hx-2r+1)] + 1, n is an integer, R is the inner diameter of the substrate, and r is the inner diameter of the accommodating hole. The number n of 300A accommodating holes per layer can also be determined using the above method.

[0143] The above are merely specific embodiments of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A motor, applied to a vehicle suspension, comprising a first component and a second component, the first component and the second component being movable relative to each other, characterized in that, A bearing is provided between the first component and the second component. The bearing includes a base and a plurality of first solid lubricants. The base is cylindrical and has a first end face. The plurality of first solid lubricants are disposed on the base, and the projections of the plurality of first solid lubricants on the first end face of the base form a continuous annular structure.

2. The motor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The substrate has m layers of receiving holes along the axial direction, and the receiving holes are used to install the first solid lubricant; the substrate also includes a second end face opposite to the first end face. In the direction from the first end face to the second end face, the m layers of receiving holes are respectively denoted as the 1st layer receiving hole, ..., the mth layer receiving hole, and adjacent layers of receiving holes are staggered in the circumferential direction, where m is an integer ≥2.

3. The motor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The axial distance from the center of the first layer receiving hole to the first end face is hx1, and the axial distance from the center of the m-th layer receiving hole to the second end face is hx2, where hx1 ≥ 1.5 mm and / or hx2 ≥ 1.5 mm.

4. The motor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The axial distance between the centers of two adjacent receiving holes is hx, hx≥2r, where r is the radius of the receiving hole.

5. The motor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first layer of receiving holes includes a first receiving hole, and the second layer of receiving holes includes a second receiving hole, wherein the projections of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face at least partially overlap.

6. The motor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first layer of receiving holes includes a first receiving hole, and the second layer of receiving holes includes a second receiving hole. The projections of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face are adjacent, that is, the projection boundaries of the first receiving hole and the second receiving hole on the first end face are adjacent.

7. The motor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The distribution rate of the plurality of accommodating holes on the bearing is greater than or equal to 10% and less than or equal to 30%.

8. The motor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The number of accommodating holes in each layer is n, where a ≤ n ≤ 1.5a. n is an integer, R is the inner diameter of the substrate, r is the inner diameter of the accommodating hole, and m is the m-layer accommodating hole.

9. The motor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The radius r of the accommodating hole satisfies: r < 1.5b, where b is the wall thickness of the substrate.

10. The motor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bearing is fixed to one of the first component and the second component, the base has a first mating surface adapted to mate with the other of the first component and the second component; one end opening of the plurality of receiving holes is located on the first mating surface; At least a portion of the first solid lubricant is disposed on or exposed on the first mating surface.

11. The motor according to claim 10, characterized in that, The other of the first component and the second component includes a body component and a wear-resistant component; The main body has a second mating surface, which is adapted to mate with the bearing. At least a portion of the wear-resistant component is disposed on or exposed on the second mating surface.

12. The motor according to any one of claims 2-11, characterized in that, The bearing includes a first bearing fixed to the first component, and the second component includes a mandrel slidably inserted inside the first bearing.

13. The motor according to claim 12, characterized in that, The number of accommodating holes in each layer of the first bearing is n, where 20≤n≤30, and n is an integer.

14. The motor according to claim 12, characterized in that, The number of accommodating holes in each layer of the first bearing is n, where 27≤n≤30, and n is an integer.

15. The motor according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first component further includes a guide member; the spindle has a guide hole, and the guide member is housed in the guide hole. When the first component moves relative to the second component, the guide member moves within the guide hole.

16. The motor according to claim 15, characterized in that, The bearing also includes a second bearing, which is disposed in the guide hole and connected to the mandrel, and the guide member is slidably disposed in the second bearing.

17. The motor according to claim 16, characterized in that, The number of accommodating holes in each layer of the second bearing is greater than or equal to 10 and less than or equal to 20.

18. A suspension assembly, characterized in that, The invention includes the motor, tower assembly, and spring as described in any one of claims 1-17, wherein the tower assembly is disposed on one of a first assembly and a second assembly of the motor and is adapted to connect to a vehicle body, and the spring is disposed between the tower assembly and the other of the first assembly and the second assembly, wherein the other of the first assembly and the second assembly is adapted to connect to a wheel.

19. A vehicle, characterized in that, It includes the motor as described in any one of claims 1-17, or the suspension assembly as described in claim 18.

20. A bearing, characterized in that, It includes a base and a plurality of first solid lubricants. The base is cylindrical and has a first end face. The plurality of first solid lubricants are disposed on the base, and the projections of the plurality of first solid lubricants on the first end face of the base form a continuous annular structure.

21. The bearing according to claim 20, characterized in that, The substrate has m layers of receiving holes along the axial direction, and the receiving holes are used to install the first solid lubricant; the substrate also includes a second end face opposite to the first end face. In the direction from the first end face to the second end face, the m layers of receiving holes are respectively denoted as the 1st layer receiving hole, ..., the mth layer receiving hole, and adjacent layers of receiving holes are staggered in the circumferential direction, where m is an integer ≥2.

22. The bearing according to claim 21, characterized in that, The number of accommodating holes in each layer is n, where a ≤ n ≤ 1.5a. n is an integer, R is the inner diameter of the substrate, r is the inner diameter of the accommodating hole, and m is the m-layer accommodating hole.

23. The bearing according to claim 22, characterized in that, The radius r of the accommodating hole satisfies: r < 1.5b, where b is the wall thickness of the substrate.