Tail door lock body mounting assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model provides a tail door lock body mounting assembly and a vehicle, and the tail door lock body mounting assembly comprises a tail door inner plate, a tail door outer plate, a tail door inner plate and a tail door inner plate, and the tail door inner plate is provided with a first mounting structure; the tail door outer plate is connected with the tail door inner plate, a mounting space is formed between the tail door outer plate and the tail door inner plate, the tail door outer plate is provided with an operation structure, and the mounting space is communicated with the outside of the tail door outer plate through the operation structure; the lock body is located in the mounting space, the lock body is connected with at least one of the tail door inner plate and the tail door outer plate, and a spring bolt of the lock body can extend to the outside of the tail door inner plate through the first mounting structure. According to the tail door lock body mounting assembly in the scheme, the lock body can be disassembled and assembled in a limited mounting space, and the lock body can be manually unlocked in an emergency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more specifically, to a tailgate lock assembly and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Car tailgates typically feature a split-opening design to provide a larger opening and convenient loading space. Currently, there are two main methods for installing tailgate locks: one method involves installing the lock body between the inner tailgate panel and the inner protective panel, by first fixing the lock body to the inner panel and then using the inner protective panel to conceal the lock body for aesthetic and protective purposes; the other method involves installing the lock body between the inner and outer tailgate panels, by creating an operating hole in the inner panel to provide sufficient space for the lock body installation.

[0003] Installing the lock body between the inner panel and the inner protective panel allows the inner protective panel to conceal the lock body, but this structure increases the space between the lock body and the inner panel and inner protective panel, thus increasing the thickness of the tailgate and affecting the tailgate's compact design and lightweight goals. Installing the lock body between the inner panel and the outer panel can reduce the tailgate's thickness, but this structure makes it inconvenient to open the lock in an emergency; that is, in an emergency, the lock body cannot be directly operated from outside the vehicle to unlock it.

[0004] There is currently no effective solution to the technical problem that the tailgate structure cannot be easily installed with a lock body in a limited space and lacks an emergency unlocking design. Utility Model Content

[0005] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a tailgate lock body installation assembly and vehicle to solve the technical problem that the tailgate structure cannot be conveniently installed with a lock body in a limited space and lacks an emergency unlocking design.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, a tailgate lock body mounting assembly is provided, comprising: a tailgate inner panel, the tailgate inner panel having a first mounting structure; a tailgate outer panel, the tailgate outer panel being connected to the tailgate inner panel, forming an mounting space between the tailgate outer panel and the tailgate inner panel, the tailgate outer panel having an operating structure, the mounting space being connected to the outside of the tailgate outer panel through the operating structure; and a lock body, the lock body being located within the mounting space, the lock body being connected to at least one of the tailgate inner panel and the tailgate outer panel, and the lock tongue of the lock body extending to the outside of the tailgate inner panel through the first mounting structure.

[0007] Furthermore, the operating structure is a through hole opened in the outer panel of the tailgate.

[0008] Furthermore, the tailgate lock assembly also includes an outer trim panel, which is connected to the tailgate outer panel and obscures the operating structure.

[0009] Furthermore, sealing foam is provided between the exterior trim panel and the tailgate outer panel, and the exterior trim panel abuts against the tailgate outer panel through the sealing foam.

[0010] Furthermore, the tailgate lock assembly also includes: a reinforcing plate, which is connected to the inner tailgate panel, and the lock body is connected to the reinforcing plate. The reinforcing plate is provided with a second mounting structure, and the lock tongue of the lock body can extend to the outside of the inner tailgate panel through the second mounting structure and the first mounting structure.

[0011] Furthermore, the thickness of the reinforcing plate is greater than the thickness of the inner tailgate panel.

[0012] Furthermore, the second mounting structure is a mounting hole, with at least a portion of the hole wall fitting against the outer wall of the lock body.

[0013] Furthermore, the position of the lock body relative to the reinforcing plate is adjustable in the height direction of the inner panel of the tailgate.

[0014] Furthermore, the reinforcing plate is provided with a waist-shaped hole, which extends along the height direction of the inner panel of the tailgate, and the fastener passes through the waist-shaped hole and is connected to the lock body.

[0015] According to another aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a tailgate lock body mounting assembly, the tailgate lock body mounting assembly being the tailgate lock body mounting assembly described above.

[0016] By applying the technical solution of this utility model, an installation space for accommodating the lock body is formed between the inner and outer panels of the tailgate. This installation space can be accessed through the operating structure of the outer panel to assemble and disassemble the lock body; it can also be accessed through the operating structure of the outer panel to manually operate the lock body's handle for manual unlocking. The tailgate lock body assembly described above allows for the assembly and disassembly of the lock body within a limited installation space and enables manual unlocking of the lock body in emergency situations. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the assembly relationship of the tailgate lock body mounting assembly in this utility model is shown.

[0019] Figure 2 An exploded view of the tailgate lock body mounting assembly of this utility model is shown;

[0020] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the reinforcing plate in this utility model is shown;

[0021] Figure 4A schematic diagram showing the positional relationship between the lock body and the operating structure in this utility model is provided.

[0022] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0023] 1. Tailgate inner panel;

[0024] 11. First installation structure;

[0025] 2. Tailgate outer panel;

[0026] 21. Operational structure;

[0027] 3. Lock body;

[0028] 4. Exterior trim panels;

[0029] 5. Reinforcing plate;

[0030] 51. Second mounting structure; 52. Oblong hole;

[0031] 6. Sealing foam;

[0032] 7. Fasteners;

[0033] 8. Installation space. Detailed Implementation

[0034] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0035] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0036] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such terms can be used interchangeably where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0037] Exemplary embodiments according to this application will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments may be implemented in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. It should be understood that these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of this application is thorough and complete, and that the concept of these exemplary embodiments is fully conveyed to those skilled in the art. In the drawings, for clarity, the thickness of layers and regions may be exaggerated, and the same reference numerals are used to denote the same devices, and therefore their description will be omitted.

[0038] Combination Figures 1 to 4 As shown, according to a specific embodiment of this application, a tailgate lock body mounting assembly is provided.

[0039] Specifically, the tailgate lock assembly includes: an inner tailgate panel 1, an outer tailgate panel 2, and a lock body 3. The inner tailgate panel 1 has a first mounting structure 11. The outer tailgate panel 2 is connected to the inner tailgate panel 1, forming an mounting space 8 between them. The outer tailgate panel 2 has an operating structure 21, and the mounting space 8 communicates with the outside of the outer tailgate panel 2 through the operating structure 21. The lock body 3 is located within the mounting space 8 and is connected to at least one of the inner tailgate panel 1 and the outer tailgate panel 2. The bolt of the lock body 3 can extend to the outside of the inner tailgate panel 1 through the first mounting structure 11.

[0040] In the embodiments of this application, an installation space 8 for accommodating the lock body 3 is formed between the inner tailgate panel 1 and the outer tailgate panel 2. The lock body 3 can be disassembled and assembled through the operating structure 21 of the outer tailgate panel 2. The handle of the lock body 3 can also be manually operated through the operating structure 21 of the outer tailgate panel 2 to achieve manual unlocking. The tailgate lock body assembly described above allows for the disassembly and assembly of the lock body 3 within the limited installation space 8, and enables manual unlocking of the lock body 3 in emergency situations.

[0041] It should be noted that the first mounting structure 11 can be a first mounting hole or notch opened on the inner panel 1 of the tailgate, as long as it can ensure that the bolt of the lock body 3 can extend to the outside of the inner panel 1 of the tailgate through the first mounting structure 11. The operating structure 21 can be a through hole or notch opened on the outer panel 2 of the tailgate, or it can be a movable plate movably connected to the outer panel 2 of the tailgate, as long as it can ensure that operating the operating structure 21 allows the mounting space 8 formed between the inner panel 1 and the outer panel 2 of the tailgate to communicate with the outside of the outer panel 2 of the tailgate.

[0042] In one exemplary embodiment of this application, the operating structure 21 is a through hole formed on the outer panel 2 of the tailgate. This configuration allows the installation space 8 to communicate with the outside of the outer panel 2 of the tailgate through the through hole without altering the structure of the outer panel 2 itself, simplifying the processing and reducing manufacturing costs.

[0043] like Figure 1 , Figure 4 As shown, the lock body 3 is bolted to the inner panel 1 of the tailgate. The lock body 3 is positioned opposite to the operating structure 21 along the thickness direction of the tailgate, and the bolts and the handle of the lock body 3 are exposed in the area enclosed by the operating structure 21, so that the operator can disassemble and assemble the lock body 3 and manually unlock it.

[0044] Furthermore, the tailgate lock assembly also includes an outer trim panel 4, which is connected to the tailgate outer panel 2 and covers the operating structure 21. The outer trim panel 4 not only covers the operating structure 21 on the tailgate outer panel 2 to protect the components in the mounting space 8, but also enhances the strength of the tailgate structure.

[0045] Furthermore, a sealing foam 6 is provided between the outer trim panel 4 and the tailgate outer panel 2, and the outer trim panel 4 abuts against the tailgate outer panel 2 through the sealing foam 6. The sealing foam 6 can fill the gap between the outer trim panel 4 and the tailgate outer panel 2, forming a protective barrier to effectively prevent water, dust, sand, etc. from entering the tailgate interior through these gaps; the sealing foam 6 also has good sound absorption and vibration damping performance, which can reduce the transmission of external noise to the vehicle interior and improve the vehicle's quietness; the sealing foam 6 also has a certain degree of elasticity and resilience, which can maintain the tight contact of the seal under long-term use and temperature changes, ensuring the durability and reliability of the sealing effect.

[0046] like Figure 1 As shown, there are multiple sealing foams 6, which are spaced apart along the height direction of the outer trim panel 4. One end of the sealing foam 6 is bonded to the inner surface of the outer trim panel 4 or the outer surface of the tailgate outer panel 2. When the outer trim panel 4 is connected to the tailgate outer panel 2, the sealing foam 6 is compressed so that the sealing foam 6 is tightly fitted to the outer trim panel 4 and the tailgate outer panel 2.

[0047] In another exemplary embodiment of this application, the operating structure 21 is a movable plate movably connected to the tailgate outer panel 2. The movable plate is rotatably connected to the tailgate outer panel 2. The movable plate has a blocking position for blocking the mounting space 8 and a clearance position for flipping away from the tailgate outer panel 2 to open the mounting space 8.

[0048] Furthermore, the tailgate outer panel 2 can also serve as the outer trim panel 4 of the tailgate structure, meaning that no additional trim panel 4 needs to be installed on the outside of the tailgate outer panel 2.

[0049] In another exemplary embodiment of this application, the tailgate lock body mounting assembly further includes a reinforcing plate 5, which is connected to the tailgate inner panel 1. The lock body 3 is connected to the reinforcing plate 5. The reinforcing plate 5 is provided with a second mounting structure 51. The lock tongue of the lock body 3 can extend to the outside of the tailgate inner panel 1 through the second mounting structure 51 and the first mounting structure 11.

[0050] It should be noted that the lock body 3 will be subjected to considerable forces during use, such as the impact force when closing the door and the vibration when driving. The reinforcing plate 5 can ensure that the tailgate inner plate 1 in the area where the lock body 3 is installed has sufficient rigidity, avoiding deformation or damage caused by long-term stress, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the lock body 3.

[0051] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the shape of the reinforcing plate 5 is adapted to the shape of the tailgate inner panel 1 to increase the contact area between the reinforcing plate 5 and the tailgate inner panel 1. The reinforcing plate 5 and the tailgate inner panel 1 are connected by welding.

[0052] The thickness of the reinforcing plate 5 is greater than the thickness of the inner panel 1 of the tailgate.

[0053] It should be noted that the tailgate structure needs to maintain sufficient overall strength while ensuring lightweight design. However, the area where the lock body 3 is installed has higher requirements for local rigidity and strength because it has to withstand the repeated stress generated by locking and unlocking operations, as well as the impact force when closing the door. Using a reinforcing plate 5 that is thicker than the inner tailgate panel 1 can significantly improve the rigidity and strength of this area, ensuring the stability of the lock body 3 installation point and preventing the function of the lock body 3 from being affected by local deformation or damage. In addition, when it is necessary to forcibly remove the exterior trim panel 4 from the outside of the vehicle and manually operate the lock body 3, the thicker reinforcing plate 5 can provide more robust support, preventing damage to the lock body 3 or the inner panel due to external forces during emergency opening, and ensuring the reliability and safety of the emergency opening mechanism.

[0054] Furthermore, the second mounting structure 51 is a mounting hole, with at least a portion of the hole wall fitting snugly against the outer wall of the lock body 3. This design reduces the swaying of the lock body 3 within the hole, improving its fixation and stability, and ensuring its reliability and security during use.

[0055] Furthermore, the position of the lock body 3 relative to the reinforcing plate 5 is adjustable in the height direction of the inner tailgate panel 1. The adjustable position of the lock body 3 ensures precise fit between the lock body 3 and other components such as the outer tailgate panel 2 and interior trim panels. Assemblers can adjust the position of the lock body 3 according to actual needs to achieve the best assembly effect.

[0056] like Figure 3 As shown, the reinforcing plate 5 has an oblong hole 52, which extends along the height direction of the inner panel 1 of the tailgate. The fastener 7 passes through the oblong hole 52 and connects to the lock body 3. The fastener 7 is a bolt. During the installation of the lock body 3, the fastener 7 is slightly adjusted along the length direction of the oblong hole 52 to adjust the position of the lock body 3 relative to the reinforcing plate 5.

[0057] According to another specific embodiment of this application, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a tailgate lock body mounting assembly, the tailgate lock body mounting assembly being the tailgate lock body mounting assembly in the above embodiment.

[0058] Specifically, the tailgate lock assembly includes: an inner tailgate panel 1, an outer tailgate panel 2, and a lock body 3. The inner tailgate panel 1 has a first mounting structure 11. The outer tailgate panel 2 is connected to the inner tailgate panel 1, forming an installation space 8 between them. The outer tailgate panel 2 has an operating structure 21. The installation space 8 communicates with the outside of the outer tailgate panel 2 through the operating structure 21. Access to the installation space 8 via the operating structure 21 allows for the assembly and disassembly of the lock body 3, as well as manual operation of the lock body 3's handle for manual unlocking. The lock body 3 is located within the installation space 8 and is connected to at least one of the inner tailgate panel 1 and the outer tailgate panel 2. The latch of the lock body 3 extends to the outside of the inner tailgate panel 1 through the first mounting structure 11. This tailgate lock assembly allows for the assembly and disassembly of the lock body 3 within the limited installation space 8 and enables manual unlocking of the lock body 3 in emergencies, thereby improving vehicle safety.

[0059] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0060] In addition to the above, it should be noted that the terms "one embodiment," "another embodiment," and "embodiment" used in this specification refer to specific features, structures, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment, which are included in at least one embodiment described in the general description of this application. The appearance of the same expression in multiple places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, when a specific feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with any embodiment, the intention is to suggest that implementing such a feature, structure, or characteristic in conjunction with other embodiments also falls within the scope of this utility model.

[0061] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0062] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A tailgate lock body mounting assembly, characterized in that, include: Tailgate inner panel (1), wherein the tailgate inner panel (1) is provided with a first mounting structure (11); Tailgate outer panel (2), the tailgate outer panel (2) is connected to the tailgate inner panel (1), the tailgate outer panel (2) and the tailgate inner panel (1) form an installation space (8), the tailgate outer panel (2) is provided with an operating structure (21), and the installation space (8) is connected to the outside of the tailgate outer panel (2) through the operating structure (21); The lock body (3) is located in the installation space (8) and is connected to at least one of the tailgate inner panel (1) and the tailgate outer panel (2). The lock tongue of the lock body (3) can extend to the outside of the tailgate inner panel (1) through the first installation structure (11).

2. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The operating structure (21) is a through hole opened on the outer panel (2) of the tailgate.

3. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tailgate lock assembly also includes: The exterior trim panel (4) is connected to the tailgate exterior panel (2) and the exterior trim panel (4) covers the operating structure (21).

4. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, A sealing foam (6) is provided between the outer trim panel (4) and the tailgate outer panel (2), and the outer trim panel (4) abuts against the tailgate outer panel (2) through the sealing foam (6).

5. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tailgate lock assembly also includes: A reinforcing plate (5) is connected to the inner panel (1) of the tailgate. The lock body (3) is connected to the reinforcing plate (5). The reinforcing plate (5) is provided with a second mounting structure (51). The lock tongue of the lock body (3) can extend to the outside of the inner panel (1) of the tailgate through the second mounting structure (51) and the first mounting structure (11).

6. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The thickness of the reinforcing plate (5) is greater than the thickness of the inner panel (1) of the tailgate.

7. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second mounting structure (51) is a mounting hole, and at least a portion of the hole wall is fitted to the outer wall of the lock body (3).

8. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, In the height direction of the inner panel (1) of the tailgate, the position of the lock body (3) relative to the reinforcing plate (5) is adjustable.

9. The tailgate lock body mounting assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The reinforcing plate (5) is provided with a waist-shaped hole (52), which extends along the height direction of the inner panel (1) of the tailgate. The fastener (7) passes through the waist-shaped hole (52) and is connected to the lock body (3).

10. A vehicle, said vehicle including a tailgate lock body mounting assembly, characterized in that, The tailgate lock assembly is the tailgate lock assembly as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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