Steering mechanism of automobile driving simulator

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of automobile driving simulators, and discloses an automobile driving simulator steering mechanism which comprises a fixing table, a plurality of connecting columns are fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing table, a bottom frame is fixedly connected to the bottoms of the connecting columns, and a plurality of driving wheels are rotationally connected to the side wall of the bottom frame. A first motor is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the bottom frame, a first chain wheel system is fixedly connected to the output end of the first motor, a first connecting shaft is fixedly connected to the interior of the first chain wheel system, the multiple movable wheels are fixedly connected to the two ends of the first connecting shaft, and a second motor is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing table. The output end of the second motor is fixedly connected with a second chain wheel system. According to the driving simulator, through cooperation of the chassis, the second chain wheel system, the steering table and other structures, torque influence and torque sudden change possibly occurring in the driving simulation process are reduced, during long-time driving or frequent steering, the muscle burden and fatigue feeling of a driver are effectively relieved, and the use experience of the driving simulator is optimized.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to a kind of automobile driving simulator field, especially a kind of automobile driving simulator steering mechanism. BACKGROUND

[0002] Automobile driving simulator is a kind of equipment for simulating real driving experience, widely used in driving training, automobile engineering research and development, virtual reality game and entertainment etc. field. It is usually composed of multiple key components, so as to accurately simulate various feelings and operations in driving process, and the design and function of driving simulator are various, aiming at providing a safe, economical and efficient way to train driver, while also widely used in automobile design and research and development, for testing vehicle performance and actual performance of driving system, which contains steering mechanism.

[0003] In traditional automobile driving simulator steering mechanism, driving simulator usually adopts electric servo system to simulate the force feedback of vehicle steering, motor controller is responsible for controlling the rotation speed and torque output of motor, and the strength and responsiveness of force feedback are adjusted according to the steering force feedback model set in simulator software, force feedback motor or electric cylinder is installed in steering system, and according to the steering force feedback instruction sent by driving simulator software, corresponding force or resistance is generated, to simulate the steering feeling under different road conditions, steering shaft is connected to the shaft of simulated automobile steering wheel, to transfer steering input and force feedback.

[0004] However, in traditional automobile driving simulator steering mechanism, steering structure is often directly controlled by motor to rotate steering device to change direction to achieve steering effect, and the torque of this steering mode is large, so driver must exert more force to control steering wheel, especially at low speed or parking, which is more obvious. This will cause the increase of physical consumption of driver, especially when driving for a long time or frequently steering, which may cause muscle fatigue and discomfort. UTILITY MODEL CONTENTS

[0005] In order to make up for the above shortcomings, the utility model provides a kind of automobile driving simulator steering mechanism, aiming at improving the problems proposed in background technology.

[0006] In order to achieve the above object, the utility model discloses the following technical scheme: a steering mechanism of automobile driving simulator, including fixed platform, a plurality of connecting columns are fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed platform, the bottom of the connecting column is fixedly connected with the dolly, a plurality of movable pulleys are rotatably connected to the side wall of the dolly, motor no.

[0007] Further, the connecting assembly comprises a fixed frame rotatably connected to the side wall of the steering platform.

[0008] Further, a plurality of rotating platforms are fixedly connected to the side wall of the fixed frame, and a connecting frame is rotatably connected in each rotating platform.

[0009] Further, a connecting piece is rotatably connected in the connecting frame, and a fixed column is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting piece.

[0010] Further, a front wheel is rotatably connected in the fixed column, and a second rotating platform is fixedly connected to the side wall of the fixed frame.

[0011] Further, a spring is rotatably connected in the second rotating platform, and the other end of the spring is rotatably connected in the connecting frame.

[0012] Further, a damping rod is fixedly connected to the side wall of the fixed frame.

[0013] Further, one end of the damping rod is fixedly connected to the side wall of the fixed column.

[0014] The utility model has the advantages of:

[0015] In the utility model, firstly, the motor no. 2 is started, the motor no. 2 drives the chain wheel system no. 2 to rotate in the fixed platform by the rotary force of the chain wheel system no. 2 output, finally changes the orientation of the front wheel on both sides of the steering platform and realizes steering, thus the structure avoids driving to directly change the orientation of the device wheel, reduces the influence of torque, avoids muscle fatigue and discomfort when driving for a long time or frequently steering, and optimizes the use experience.

[0016] The utility model discloses a damping rod's setting can shock absorption to front wheel, make its movement process vibration influence reduce, has promoted driving simulation experience, through the rotatable connection of connecting frame in fixed frame side wall and the tension of fixed frame and connecting frame of turntable two guarantee its front wheel stability in the steering process, has guaranteed the safety and driving stability in driving simulation process. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 A kind of automobile driving simulator steering mechanism's perspective view is proposed for the utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 A kind of automobile driving simulator steering mechanism's fixed platform structure schematic view is proposed for the utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 A kind of automobile driving simulator steering mechanism's fixed frame structure schematic view is proposed for the utility model.

[0020] LEGEND:

[0021] 1, fixed platform;2, connecting column;3, underframe;4, moving wheel;5, motor one;6, sprocket system one;7, connecting shaft one;8, motor two;9, sprocket system two;10, connecting shaft two;11, steering platform;12, fixed frame;13, turntable one;14, connecting frame;15, connecting piece;16, fixed column;17, front wheel;18, turntable two;19, spring;20, damping rod. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The technical scheme in the embodiments of the utility model will be described clearly and completely in combination with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model, obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by the person skilled in the art without creative labor belong to the range of protection of the utility model.

[0023] REFERENCE Figures 1-2The utility model provides an embodiment: a kind of automobile driving simulator steering mechanism, including fixed platform 1, and the bottom of fixed platform 1 is fixedly connected with multiple connecting columns 2, and the bottom of connecting column 2 is fixedly connected with chassis 3, and multiple moving wheels 4 are rotatably connected in the side wall of chassis 3, and the upper surface of chassis 3 is fixedly connected with motor one 5, and the output end of motor one 5 is fixedly connected with sprocket system one 6, and sprocket system one 6 is fixedly connected with connecting shaft one 7 inside, and multiple moving wheels 4 are fixedly connected at the both ends of connecting shaft one 7, and the bottom of fixed platform 1 is fixedly connected with motor two 8, and the output end of motor two 8 is fixedly connected with sprocket system two 9, and sprocket system two 9 is fixedly connected with connecting shaft two 10 inside, and connecting shaft two 10 bottom is fixedly connected with steering platform 11, and connecting assembly is arranged on the both sides of steering platform 11, and connecting assembly is used to connect wheel.

[0024] Specifically, start motor one 5, it is outputted rotary force to connecting shaft one 7 by sprocket system one 6, and connecting shaft one 7 is installed in the inside of chassis 3, and the moving wheel 4 at both ends thereof rotates along with it, to realize the driving simulation of entire device, this design allows driver to drive simulation on simulated road surface or conveying belt, simulates different driving scenes and conditions, if steering operation is needed, start motor two 8, it is outputted rotary force to the sprocket system two 9 inside fixed platform 1 by sprocket system two 9, and the bottom connecting shaft two 10 of sprocket system two 9 thus rotates, and the angle of steering platform 11 is changed, to adjust the orientation of front wheel 17 on the both sides of steering platform 11, this design ensures that driving simulator can be smoothly and accurately operated when steering, instead of directly changing the orientation of wheel, thereby effectively reducing the influence of torque, reducing the possible torque mutation in the driving simulation process, especially when driving for a long time or frequently steering, effectively reduce the muscle burden and fatigue of driver, optimize the use experience of driving simulator.

[0025] Refer to Figure 3 Connecting assembly includes fixed frame 12, and fixed frame 12 is rotatably connected in the side wall of steering platform 11, and multiple rotating tables one 13 are fixedly connected in the side wall of fixed frame 12, and connecting frame 14 is rotatably connected in the inside of each rotating table one 13, and connecting piece 15 is rotatably connected in the inside of connecting frame 14, and fixed column 16 is fixedly connected at one end of connecting piece 15, and front wheel 17 is rotatably connected in the inside of fixed column 16, and rotating table two 18 is fixedly connected in the side wall of fixed frame 12, and spring 19 is rotatably connected in the inside of rotating table two 18, and spring 19 is rotatably connected at the other end in the inside of connecting frame 14, and damping rod 20 is fixedly connected in the side wall of fixed frame 12, and damping rod 20 is fixedly connected at one end in the side wall of fixed column 16.

[0026] Specifically, the damping rod 20 is arranged to dampen the front wheels 17, effectively reducing the vibration impact of the front wheels 17 during movement, which significantly improves the authenticity and comfort of the driving simulation, enabling the driver to focus more and experience the driving process more comfortably. At the same time, through the rotatable connection of the connecting frame 14 on the side wall of the fixed frame 12 and the tension adjustment of the fixed frame 12 and the connecting frame 14 by the turntable two 18, the stability of the front wheels 17 during steering is ensured. These safety measures not only limit the unintended movement of the front wheels 17 during steering, but also ensure the stability of the overall structure during the driving simulation process. This structural design not only improves the safety of the driving simulator during use, but also enhances the stability of the driving. When performing various driving operations, the driver can control the vehicle more smoothly, reducing the instability factors that may be caused by steering or other operations.

[0027] Working principle: when the automobile driving simulation is needed, start the motor one 5, the motor one 5 outputs the rotating force to the chain wheel system one 6 and drives the connecting shaft one 7 to rotate inside the chassis 3, at this time the movable wheel 4 at both ends of the connecting shaft one 7 can rotate, thereby realizing the simulation driving of the device, which can be performed on the simulated road surface or the transmission belt. If steering is needed, start the motor two 8, the motor two 8 outputs the rotating force to the chain wheel system two 9 and drives the chain wheel system two 9 to rotate inside the fixed platform 1, at this time the connecting shaft two 10 at the bottom of the chain wheel system two 9 can rotate and drive the angle of the steering platform 11 at the bottom end to change, thereby changing the orientation of the front wheels 17 on both sides of the steering platform 11 to realize steering. This structure avoids directly changing the orientation of the device wheels, reducing the torque impact. In long-time driving or frequent steering, muscle fatigue and discomfort are avoided, and the use experience is optimized. During the movement of the device, the damping rod 20 is arranged to dampen the front wheels 17, reducing the vibration impact during movement and improving the driving simulation experience. The rotatable connection of the connecting frame 14 on the side wall of the fixed frame 12 and the tension of the fixed frame 12 and the connecting frame 14 by the turntable two 18 ensure the stability of the front wheels 17 during steering, ensuring the safety and stability of the driving simulation process.

[0028] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some technical features, as long as they are within the spirit and principles of the present application. Any modification, equivalent substitution, improvement, etc. made within the scope of the present application shall be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A steering mechanism for a car driving simulator, comprising a fixed platform (1), characterized in that: The fixed platform (1) is fixedly connected to a plurality of connecting columns (2) at its bottom. The connecting columns (2) are fixedly connected to a base frame (3) at their bottom. The base frame (3) is rotatably connected to a plurality of moving wheels (4) on its side wall. The base frame (3) is fixedly connected to a motor (5) on its upper surface. The output end of the motor (5) is fixedly connected to a sprocket system (6). The sprocket system (6) is fixedly connected to a connecting shaft (7) inside its interior. The plurality of moving wheels (4) are fixedly connected to both ends of the connecting shaft (7). The fixed platform (1) is fixedly connected to a motor (8) at its bottom. The output end of the motor (8) is fixedly connected to a sprocket system (9). The sprocket system (9) is fixedly connected to a connecting shaft (10) inside its interior. The bottom of the connecting shaft (10) is fixedly connected to a steering platform (11). The steering platform (11) is provided with connecting components on both sides. The connecting components are used to connect the wheels.

2. The steering mechanism for a car driving simulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting assembly includes a fixing frame (12) which is rotatably connected to the side wall of the turntable (11).

3. The steering mechanism for a car driving simulator according to claim 2, characterized in that: The side wall of the fixed frame (12) is fixedly connected to a plurality of turntables (13), and each turntable (13) is rotatably connected to a connecting frame (14).

4. The steering mechanism for a car driving simulator according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting frame (14) is rotatably connected to a connecting piece (15), and a fixing post (16) is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting piece (15).

5. The steering mechanism for a car driving simulator according to claim 4, characterized in that: The front wheel (17) is rotatably connected inside the fixed column (16), and the turntable (18) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the fixed frame (12).

6. The steering mechanism for a car driving simulator according to claim 5, characterized in that: The turntable (18) is rotatably connected to a spring (19), and the other end of the spring (19) is rotatably connected to the inside of the connecting frame (14).

7. The steering mechanism for a car driving simulator according to claim 6, characterized in that: A damping rod (20) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the fixed frame (12).

8. The steering mechanism for a car driving simulator according to claim 7, characterized in that: One end of the damping rod (20) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the fixed column (16).

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