Novel DMS camera shield
By designing a new DMS camera cover, which uses a sliding cover and guide structure to protect the camera, the shortcomings of existing devices in protection and privacy issues are solved, thereby improving the security and comfort of the camera and meeting the needs of modern car users.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing DMS camera protection devices cannot effectively protect cameras from external scratches and bumps, have inadequate privacy protection functions, and offer a poor user experience, making it difficult to meet the needs of modern car users for vehicle safety and comfort.
A new type of DMS camera cover has been designed, including an A-pillar DMS cover, a sliding cover, an upper guard plate assembly, and a vehicle body sheet metal. The sliding cover protects the camera from scratches or bumps through its sliding fit and guiding structure. The spring and support column improve the smoothness of operation, and the semi-dry grease reduces the jerking sensation, ensuring the stability and precision of the sliding cover.
It effectively protects the camera from scratches or bumps, extends its service life, enhances privacy protection and user experience, improves user satisfaction, reduces costs, and simplifies installation and maintenance.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle parts technology, and more specifically, to a novel DMS camera cover. Background Technology
[0002] With the development of automotive intelligence, driver monitoring systems (DMS) are playing an increasingly important role in vehicle safety. The DMS camera located on the A-pillar of the front cabin is a key component of the system and needs to be effectively protected while also taking into account passenger privacy.
[0003] However, the existing DMS camera protection device located on the A-pillar cannot effectively protect the camera from external scratches and bumps, has inadequate privacy protection functions, and poor user experience, making it difficult to meet the needs of modern car users for vehicle safety and comfort.
[0004] Therefore, we have made improvements and proposed a new type of DMS camera cover. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to address the problems that existing DMS camera protection devices located on the A-pillar cannot effectively protect the camera from external scratches and bumps, have imperfect privacy protection functions, and poor user experience, thus failing to meet the needs of modern car users for vehicle safety and comfort.
[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0007] A new DMS camera housing was developed to address the aforementioned issues.
[0008] The application is as follows:
[0009] Includes: a vehicle body; an A-pillar DMS cover, an A-pillar DMS camera, an A-pillar DMS sliding cover, an A-pillar upper guard plate, an A-pillar upper guard plate assembly, and a vehicle body sheet metal located in the front passenger compartment; the vehicle body sheet metal is disposed inside the vehicle body, the A-pillar DMS camera is mounted on the A-pillar upper guard plate, the A-pillar DMS cover and the A-pillar upper guard plate are assembled to form the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly, and the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly is mounted on the vehicle body sheet metal; the A-pillar DMS sliding cover is slidably fitted on the inner wall of the A-pillar DMS cover to control the obstruction state of the A-pillar DMS camera.
[0010] The above technical solution, through a unique structural design, effectively protects the DMS camera from scratches and bumps, extending the camera's lifespan.
[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the novel DMS camera cover provided by this utility model, a guide structure that cooperates with the sliding cover of the A-pillar DMS cover is provided on the guide rail on one side of the A-pillar DMS cover.
[0012] To achieve the above technical solution, the A-pillar DMS sliding cover design can shield the DMS camera, protecting passenger privacy and improving the vehicle's user experience.
[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the novel DMS camera cover provided by this utility model, a spring is provided between the A-pillar DMS sliding cover and the A-pillar DMS cover plate. When the A-pillar DMS sliding cover slides, the spring is compressed to generate a sense of resistance.
[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the novel DMS camera cover provided by this utility model, a support column is provided in the middle of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover, and the support column abuts against the surface of the A-pillar DMS cover guide rail to prevent the A-pillar DMS sliding cover from rotating during the sliding process.
[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the novel DMS camera cover provided by this utility model, the three inner surfaces of the A-pillar DMS cover guide rail are coated with semi-dry grease to reduce the jerking sensation when the A-pillar DMS cover slides.
[0016] The above technical solutions, including the design of spring clips, guide structures, support columns, and grease coating, make the operation of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover smoother, more precise, and more stable, thereby improving the product's practicality and user satisfaction.
[0017] In a preferred embodiment of the novel DMS camera cover provided by this utility model, the A-pillar DMS camera and the upper guard plate of the A-pillar are fixedly connected by screws.
[0018] In a preferred embodiment of the novel DMS camera cover provided by this utility model, the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly is fixedly connected to the vehicle body sheet metal by multiple screws.
[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0020] This utility model provides a novel DMS camera cover, comprising: a vehicle body, an A-pillar DMS cover, an A-pillar DMS camera, an A-pillar DMS sliding cover, an A-pillar upper guard plate, an A-pillar upper guard plate assembly, and a vehicle body sheet metal. The vehicle body sheet metal is located inside the vehicle body. The A-pillar DMS camera is mounted on the A-pillar upper guard plate. The A-pillar DMS cover and the A-pillar upper guard plate are assembled to form the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly, which is mounted on the vehicle body sheet metal. The A-pillar DMS sliding cover slides against the inner wall of the A-pillar DMS cover to control the obstruction state of the A-pillar DMS camera. By incorporating the A-pillar DMS sliding cover, spring clips, and support pillars, the camera is protected from scratches and impacts, extending its service life. The sliding cover's shielding function protects passenger privacy. The guide structure and the use of semi-dry grease improve the smoothness and accuracy of the sliding cover's operation. Furthermore, the components are securely connected, easy to install and maintain, and cost-effective, comprehensively addressing the shortcomings of existing devices and powerfully promoting the optimization of automotive parts. Attached Figure Description
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle's three-dimensional structure provided in this application;
[0022] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing the location of the A-pillar DMS camera inside the vehicle for this application;
[0023] Figure 3 The exploded view provided in this application is a structural schematic diagram;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first state structure of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover provided in this application;
[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the second state structure of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover provided in this application;
[0026] Figure 6 A schematic diagram showing the state of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover being installed inside the A-pillar DMS cover plate provided in this application;
[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the inner side of the A-pillar DMS cover rail provided in this application.
[0028] The image shows:
[0029] 1. Vehicle body; 10. A-pillar DMS cover; 20. A-pillar DMS camera; 30. A-pillar DMS sliding cover; 40. Screws; 50. A-pillar upper guard plate; 60. Vehicle body sheet metal; 70. A-pillar upper guard plate assembly. Detailed Implementation
[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model.
[0031] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this utility model is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed utility model, but merely to illustrate some embodiments of the utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0032] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.
[0033] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly understood by those skilled in the art. These terms are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0035] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0036] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.
[0037] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0038] Please refer to Figure 1-7A novel DMS camera cover includes: a vehicle body 1; an A-pillar DMS cover 10, an A-pillar DMS camera 20, an A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30, an A-pillar upper guard plate 50, an A-pillar upper guard plate assembly 70, and a vehicle body sheet metal 60, all located in the front passenger compartment of the vehicle 1; the vehicle body sheet metal 60 is disposed inside the vehicle body 1; the A-pillar DMS camera 20 is mounted on the A-pillar upper guard plate 50; the A-pillar DMS cover 10 and the A-pillar upper guard plate 50 are assembled to form the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly 70; the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly 70 is mounted on the vehicle body sheet metal 60; the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 is slidably fitted onto the inner wall of the A-pillar DMS cover 10 to control the obstruction state of the A-pillar DMS camera 20. The A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 is mounted onto the A-pillar DMS cover 10. Figure 7 As shown, using the guide structure on one side of the A-pillar DMS cover 10, the guide rail on one side of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 is first inserted into the guide rail, and the other side is pressed into the guide rail through the slope surface of the A-pillar DMS cover 10. Then, the A-pillar DMS cover 10 with the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 pre-installed is pre-installed on the A-pillar upper guard plate 50. Then, the A-pillar DMS camera 20 is installed on the A-pillar upper guard plate 50, and the A-pillar DMS camera 20 is fixedly connected to the A-pillar upper guard plate 50 using screws 40. After that, the assembled A-pillar upper guard plate assembly 70 is fixedly installed on the vehicle body sheet metal 60 using multiple screws 40, completing the installation of the entire guard.
[0039] Please refer to Figure 2 - Figure 5 A guide structure is provided on one side of the A-pillar DMS cover 10 to cooperate with the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30. A spring clip is provided between the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 and the A-pillar DMS cover 10; the spring clip compresses and creates resistance when the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 slides. A support post is provided in the middle of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30, which abuts against the surface of the guide rail of the A-pillar DMS cover 10 to prevent the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 from rotating during sliding. Semi-dry grease is applied to the three inner surfaces of the guide rail of the A-pillar DMS cover 10 to reduce the jerking sensation when the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 slides. Figure 6 (As shown). The A-pillar DMS camera 20 is fixedly connected to the A-pillar upper guard plate 50 by screws 40. The A-pillar upper guard plate assembly 70 is fixedly connected to the vehicle body sheet metal 60 by multiple screws 40. When the DMS camera needs to be used, the user pushes the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30, and the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 slides in the guide rail of the A-pillar DMS cover plate 10. The spring is compressed to produce a sense of resistance ( Figure 4 As shown), the user can control the sliding speed and position of the cover by the resistance. When the A-pillar DMS cover 30 is slid to the open position, the spring is in its natural state and locked in the guide groove of the A-pillar DMS cover 10, providing a stopping feel. Figure 5As shown), the A-pillar DMS camera 20 is exposed and can work normally. When privacy needs to be protected or the camera is not in use, push the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 in the opposite direction to slide it to the closed position, blocking the A-pillar DMS camera 20. During the sliding process, the support column in the middle of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 abuts against the guide rail surface of the A-pillar DMS cover plate 10 to prevent the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30 from rotating and ensure its stable sliding. At the same time, the semi-dry grease on the three inner surfaces of the guide rail of the A-pillar DMS cover plate 10 reduces the jerking sensation during sliding, making the operation smoother. Regularly check the sliding condition of the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30. If the sliding is not smooth, check whether the semi-dry grease on the inner side of the guide rail needs to be replenished or replaced. At the same time, check whether the connecting screws 40 between the components are loose. If they are loose, tighten them in time to ensure the stability and reliability of the entire cover. If the A-pillar DMS sliding cover 30, A-pillar DMS cover plate 10, or other components are damaged, the corresponding components can be disassembled and replaced according to the installation steps.
[0040] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the present utility model and are not intended to limit the technical solutions described in the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, the present utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. Therefore, any modifications or equivalent substitutions to the present utility model, and all technical solutions and improvements that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the invention, are covered within the scope of the claims of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A novel DMS camera cover, characterized in that, include: Vehicle body (1); Located in the front cabin of the vehicle (1) are the A-pillar DMS cover (10), the A-pillar DMS camera (20), the A-pillar DMS sliding cover (30), the A-pillar upper guard plate (50), the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly (70) and the vehicle body sheet metal (60). The body sheet metal (60) is set inside the vehicle body (1), the A-pillar DMS camera (20) is mounted on the A-pillar upper guard plate (50), the A-pillar DMS cover plate (10) and the A-pillar upper guard plate (50) are assembled to form the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly (70), and the A-pillar upper guard plate assembly (70) is mounted on the body sheet metal (60); The A-pillar DMS sliding cover (30) is slidably fitted on the inner wall of the A-pillar DMS cover plate (10) to control the obstruction state of the A-pillar DMS camera (20).
2. The novel DMS camera cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide structure that cooperates with the sliding cover (30) of the A-pillar DMS cover (10) is provided on the guide rail on one side.
3. The novel DMS camera cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, A spring is provided between the A-pillar DMS sliding cover (30) and the A-pillar DMS cover plate (10). When the A-pillar DMS sliding cover (30) slides, the spring is compressed to generate a sense of resistance.
4. A novel DMS camera cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The A-pillar DMS sliding cover (30) has a support column in the middle, which abuts against the guide rail surface of the A-pillar DMS cover plate (10) to prevent the A-pillar DMS sliding cover (30) from rotating during the sliding process.
5. A novel DMS camera cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The three inner surfaces of the A-pillar DMS cover plate (10) are coated with semi-dry grease to reduce the jerking sensation when the A-pillar DMS sliding cover (30) slides.
6. A novel DMS camera cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The A-pillar DMS camera (20) and the A-pillar upper guard plate (50) are fixedly connected by screws (40).
7. A novel DMS camera cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The A-pillar upper guard plate assembly (70) is fixedly connected to the vehicle body sheet metal (60) by multiple screws (40).