Main engine shell, main engine and vehicle

By incorporating a water-guiding structure, including a water-guiding channel and a water-absorbing component, on the main unit's casing, the problem of poor waterproof performance in automotive environments is solved, achieving a waterproof effect and ensuring long-term stable operation of the main unit.

CN224139324UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17GUANGZHOU AUTOMOBILE GROUP CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
GUANGZHOU AUTOMOBILE GROUP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-04-10
Publication Date
2026-04-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In the current technology, the host unit lacks an effective waterproof design in the automotive environment, which leads to problems such as water ingress and short circuits, affecting long-term stable operation and posing safety hazards.

Method used

A water-guiding structure, including a water-guiding groove and a water-absorbing component, is provided on the casing of the main unit to receive and guide dripping liquid and prevent liquid from entering the interior of the main unit.

Benefits of technology

The water-guiding structure design effectively prevents liquid from entering the main unit, avoiding adverse phenomena such as short circuits and ensuring long-term stable operation of the main unit in automotive environments.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a main engine shell, a main engine and a vehicle, the main engine shell is used for installing a main engine body, and comprises a shell and a water guide structure; the shell is provided with a heat dissipation area and an avoiding area arranged outside the heat dissipation area. And the water guide structure is assembled outside the shell, and is arranged in the avoiding area and passes through the shell of the host shell. According to the host shell, the water guide structure is arranged outside the shell body, liquid dripping on the shell body can be received and guided, a waterproof effect is achieved on the host body in the shell body, and the liquid is prevented from entering the shell body to cause undesirable phenomena such as short circuit of the host body.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, and in particular to a main unit housing, a main unit, and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] The in-vehicle infotainment industry is currently rapidly developing towards multi-functional entertainment. Compared to home environments, head units are exposed to more adverse factors in automotive environments, such as rain, snow, car washes, and condensation from air conditioning ducts. These factors can cause water ingress, leading to short circuits, system crashes, and other problems, affecting normal operation. Current technology lacks adequate waterproofing designs for head units, which is detrimental to their long-term stable operation in automotive environments and can easily pose safety hazards. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a host housing, a host, and a vehicle to solve the problems of poor waterproof performance of the host and easy occurrence of short circuits and other faults.

[0004] This utility model embodiment provides a main unit casing for mounting the main unit body, including a casing and a water guiding structure;

[0005] The housing is provided with a heat dissipation area and a clearance area outside the heat dissipation area;

[0006] The water-guiding structure is assembled outside the shell and is located within the avoidance area.

[0007] Preferably, the water guiding structure includes a water guiding channel and a water suction component;

[0008] The water guide channel is located within the avoidance area;

[0009] The water-absorbing component is disposed inside the water guide groove.

[0010] Preferably, the water guide channel includes a first water guide channel disposed on the top of the housing and a second water guide channel disposed on the side of the housing;

[0011] The second water guide channel is connected to the first water guide channel;

[0012] The water-absorbing component is disposed inside the first water guide groove.

[0013] Preferably, the absorbent element includes absorbent foam.

[0014] Preferably, the water guiding structure further includes a flow guiding element, which is disposed within the water guiding channel.

[0015] Preferably, the guide member includes at least one guide rib disposed in the water guide channel, and each guide rib extends along the water guiding direction of the water guide channel.

[0016] Preferably, the water guiding structure further includes an assembly portion extending outward from the periphery of the water guiding channel;

[0017] The assembly part has a first connecting hole, and the housing has a second connecting hole. The first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are used to accommodate bolts so that the assembly part is screwed to the housing.

[0018] This utility model embodiment provides a host, including a host body and a host casing as described in any of the above claims;

[0019] The host body is assembled inside the host casing, and the projection of the host body in the vertical or horizontal direction at least partially overlaps with the heat dissipation area.

[0020] This utility model embodiment provides a vehicle including the aforementioned host.

[0021] Preferably, the vehicle further includes an air conditioning duct, and the water guiding structure is disposed below the air conditioning duct and at least partially overlaps with the vertical projection of the air conditioning duct.

[0022] This utility model provides a main unit housing, a main unit, and a vehicle. The main unit housing has a water-guiding structure on it, which can receive and guide liquid dripping onto the housing, thus creating a waterproof effect for the internal main unit and preventing liquid from entering the housing and causing adverse phenomena such as short circuits in the main unit. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this utility model will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the host structure in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the water guiding structure in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] In the figure: 1. Shell; 11. Heat dissipation area; 12. Clearance area; 2. Water guiding structure; 21. Water guiding channel; 211. First water guiding channel; 212. Second water guiding channel; 22. Water suction component; 23. Flow guiding component; 231. Flow guiding rib; 24. Assembly part. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the technical problems solved, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal," "radial," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and 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 of this utility model. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] This utility model provides a host housing for mounting the host body, including a housing 1 and a water guiding structure 2; the housing 1 is provided with a heat dissipation area 11 and a clearance area 12 disposed outside the heat dissipation area 11; the water guiding structure 2 is assembled outside the housing 1 and disposed within the clearance area 12.

[0031] As an example, the main unit casing is used to house the main unit, including a housing 1 and a water-guiding structure 2 disposed outside the housing 1. The water-guiding structure 2 is used to collect and guide liquid dripping onto the housing 1. For example, when the main unit casing is used on a vehicle main unit, the water-guiding structure 2 can be used to collect condensate dripping from the air conditioning pipes, creating a waterproof effect for the internal main unit and preventing short circuits or other malfunctions. The housing 1 is provided with a heat dissipation area 11, on which heat dissipation holes can be formed. The heat dissipation holes are designed to correspond to the motherboard or graphics card in the main unit to help dissipate heat. The water-guiding structure 2 is installed in a clearance area 12 outside the heat dissipation area 11 to avoid blocking the heat dissipation holes and prevent overheating of the main unit.

[0032] In this example, by setting a water-guiding structure 2 on the housing 1 of the main unit, the liquid dripping onto the housing 1 can be received and guided, thus creating a waterproof effect on the internal main unit and preventing liquid from entering the housing 1 and causing adverse phenomena such as short circuits in the main unit.

[0033] In one embodiment, the water guiding structure 2 includes a water guiding channel 21 and a water suction component 22; the water guiding channel 21 is disposed within the avoidance area 12; and the water suction component 22 is disposed within the water guiding channel 21.

[0034] As an example, the water guiding structure 2 includes a water guiding channel 21 and a water absorption component 22. The water guiding channel 21 is located within the avoidance area 12 to receive liquid dripping onto the housing 1. The water absorption component 22 is located within the water guiding channel 21 to buffer and absorb the falling liquid, preventing liquid splashing and playing a certain guiding role. For example, when the main unit housing is used on a vehicle main unit, the water absorption component 22 can absorb and fix the liquid in the water guiding channel 21, preventing the liquid in the water guiding channel 21 from flowing out due to the movement of the vehicle body.

[0035] In one embodiment, the water guide channel 21 includes a first water guide channel 211 disposed on the top of the housing 1 and a second water guide channel 212 disposed on the side of the housing 1; the second water guide channel 212 is connected to the first water guide channel 211; and the water suction member 22 is disposed in the first water guide channel 211.

[0036] As an example, the water guide channel 21 includes a first water guide channel 211 disposed on the top of the housing 1 and a second water guide channel 212 disposed on the side of the housing 1. The water suction member 22 is disposed in the first water guide channel 211. The first water guide channel 211 is used to receive liquid dripping from the top of the housing 1. The second water guide channel 212 is connected to the first water guide channel 211, so that the liquid received by the first water guide channel 211 can continue to flow downward along the second water guide channel 212, preventing the water in the first water guide channel 211 from overflowing and damaging the main unit.

[0037] In one embodiment, the absorbent element 22 includes absorbent foam.

[0038] As an example, the absorbent component 22 may include absorbent foam. The absorbent foam can be laid at the bottom of the first water channel 211, and has the dual characteristics of cushioning and water absorption, which can absorb dripping liquid instantly and prevent liquid from splashing out.

[0039] In one embodiment, the water guiding structure 2 further includes a flow guide 23, which is disposed within the water guiding channel 21.

[0040] As an example, the water guiding structure 2 also includes a flow guide 23, which can be specifically set in the second water guiding channel 212. One end of the flow guide 23 can extend into the first water guiding channel 211, and the other end extends downward along the guiding direction of the second water guiding channel 212, so as to play the role of guiding liquid from top to bottom, breaking the liquid tension, guiding the liquid to flow out from the first water guiding channel 211, and preventing water from overflowing.

[0041] In one embodiment, the guide member 23 includes at least one guide rib 231 disposed in the water guide groove 21, and each guide rib 231 extends along the water guiding direction of the water guide groove 21.

[0042] As an example, the flow guide 23 includes at least one flow guide rib 231 disposed in the water guide groove 21. The flow guide rib 231 can be a strip-shaped protrusion extending from the bottom of the second water guide groove 212, or a strip-shaped groove formed by the recess of the bottom of the second water guide groove 212. One end of each flow guide rib 231 can extend into the first water guide groove 211, and the other end can extend downward along the guiding direction of the second water guide groove 212 to form a flow guide path from the top of the housing 1 downward, thereby breaking the liquid tension and guiding the liquid to flow out from the first water guide groove 211 to prevent water from overflowing.

[0043] In one embodiment, the water guiding structure 2 further includes an assembly portion 24 extending outward from the periphery of the water guiding groove 21; the assembly portion 24 is provided with a first connecting hole, and the housing 1 is provided with a second connecting hole, the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are arranged opposite to each other for assembling fasteners.

[0044] As an example, the water guiding structure 2 also includes an assembly portion 24 extending outward from the periphery of the water guiding channel 21. The assembly portion 24 is used to assemble the water guiding structure 2 onto the housing 1. The assembly portion 24 has a first connecting hole, and the housing 1 has a second connecting hole. Bolts can be passed through the first and second connecting holes and used with nuts to form a screw connection between the assembly portion 24 and the housing 1, thereby fixing the water guiding structure 2 onto the housing 1.

[0045] This utility model embodiment also provides a host, including a host body and a host casing as described in any of the above embodiments; the host body is assembled inside the host casing, and the projection of the host body in the vertical or horizontal direction at least partially overlaps with the heat dissipation area 11.

[0046] As an example, the host includes a host body and a host casing as described in any of the above examples. The host body is assembled inside the host casing. The motherboard, graphics card, etc. in the host body are positioned opposite to the heat dissipation area 11 on the host casing for heat dissipation. The water-guiding structure 2 provided on the casing 1 can receive and guide liquid dripping onto the casing 1, forming a waterproof effect on the internal host body and preventing liquid from entering the casing 1 and causing adverse phenomena such as short circuits in the host body.

[0047] This utility model embodiment also provides a vehicle, including the host unit in the above embodiment.

[0048] As an example, in this example, by setting a main unit housing with a water-guiding structure 2 on the main unit of the vehicle, liquid dripping onto the housing 1 can be received and guided, forming a waterproof effect on the internal main unit body, preventing liquid from entering the housing 1 and causing adverse phenomena such as short circuits in the main unit body, which is more conducive to adapting to the vehicle environment and ensuring the long-term stable operation of the main unit in the vehicle.

[0049] In one embodiment, the vehicle also includes an air conditioning duct, and the water guiding structure 2 is disposed below the air conditioning duct and at least partially overlaps with the vertical projection of the air conditioning duct.

[0050] As an example, the vehicle also includes an air conditioning duct. The water guiding structure 2 in the main unit housing is located below the air conditioning duct and at least partially overlaps with the vertical projection of the air conditioning duct to receive condensate on the air conditioning duct and prevent condensate from dripping into the main unit and causing short circuits or other adverse phenomena.

[0051] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, and should all be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A host housing, characterized by, Used for mounting the main unit, including the housing and water guiding structure; The housing is provided with a heat dissipation area and a clearance area outside the heat dissipation area; The water-guiding structure is assembled outside the shell and is located within the avoidance area.

2. The host enclosure of claim 1, wherein, The water guiding structure includes a water guiding channel and a water suction component; The water guide channel is located within the avoidance area; The water-absorbing component is disposed inside the water guide groove.

3. The host casing according to claim 2, characterized in that, The water guide channel includes a first water guide channel disposed on the top of the housing and a second water guide channel disposed on the side of the housing; The second water guide channel is connected to the first water guide channel; The water-absorbing component is disposed inside the first water guide groove.

4. The host enclosure of claim 2, wherein, The absorbent component includes absorbent foam.

5. The host enclosure of claim 2, wherein, The water guiding structure also includes a flow guiding element, which is disposed within the water guiding channel.

6. The host enclosure of claim 5, wherein, The flow guide includes at least one flow guide rib disposed in the water guide channel, and each flow guide rib extends along the water guiding direction of the water guide channel.

7. The host enclosure of claim 2, wherein, The water guiding structure also includes an assembly part extending outward from the periphery of the water guiding channel; The assembly part has a first connecting hole, and the housing has a second connecting hole. The first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are used to accommodate bolts so that the assembly part is screwed to the housing.

8. A host, characterized by Includes the main unit body and the main unit casing as described in any one of claims 1-7; The host body is assembled inside the host casing, and the projection of the host body in the vertical or horizontal direction at least partially overlaps with the heat dissipation area.

9. A vehicle characterized by comprising: Includes the host computer as described in claim 8.

10. The vehicle of claim 9, wherein, The vehicle also includes an air conditioning duct, and the water guiding structure is disposed below the air conditioning duct and at least partially overlaps with the vertical projection of the air conditioning duct.