Front cover lock assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a front cover lock assembly and a vehicle, relates to the technical field of vehicles, and solves the problem of unstable installation of a front cover lock of a vehicle in related technologies. The front cover lock assembly comprises a front cover lock and a mounting beam, the mounting beam comprises a mounting surface, the mounting surface is provided with a concave part which is concave towards the interior of the mounting beam, a part of the front cover lock is contained in the concave part, and the front cover lock is used for unlocking or locking a front cover plate of the vehicle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, specifically to a front hood lock assembly and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] The hood lock is an important safety device used to secure and lock the hood, and its installation location can affect the overall performance of the vehicle.

[0003] In related technologies, the front hood lock is usually installed in the center of the front of the engine compartment or near the front grille. With the development of vehicle technology, in order to improve the integration of the front of the vehicle, the existing technology installs the front hood lock on the front upper component assembly of the vehicle beam.

[0004] However, the current installation method only achieves a simple connection between the front cover lock and the front upper component assembly of the vehicle beam. This connection structure has insufficient stability, which makes the front cover lock prone to damage due to vibration, impact and other factors during vehicle operation, thereby affecting the vehicle's safety performance and the service life of the front cover lock. Utility Model Content

[0005] One objective of this utility model is to provide a front cover lock assembly to solve the problem of unstable installation of vehicle front cover locks in related technologies; the second objective is to provide a vehicle.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] In a first aspect, this application provides a front cover lock assembly, which includes a front cover lock and a mounting beam. The mounting beam includes a mounting surface and a recessed portion facing inward toward the mounting beam. A portion of the front cover lock is accommodated in the recessed portion. The front cover lock is used to unlock or lock the front cover of a vehicle.

[0008] Based on the above-mentioned technical means, this application provides a recessed portion facing inward on the mounting surface of the mounting beam, and accommodates part of the front cover lock within the recessed portion. By utilizing the interlocking structure between the recessed portion and the front cover lock, a stable limiting constraint is formed, reducing the swaying space of the front cover lock in all directions.

[0009] Meanwhile, by adjusting the depth of the recess, the depth at which the front cover lock is embedded in the mounting beam can be changed, making the fit between the two tighter and further enhancing the stability of the front cover lock installation, reducing the risk of the front cover lock becoming loose or damaged due to vehicle vibration and impact.

[0010] As one possible implementation, the mounting beam is a hollow structure, comprising a horizontal plate, a first longitudinal plate, and a second longitudinal plate. One side surface of the horizontal plate forms a mounting surface, and the first and second longitudinal plates are connected to the surface of the horizontal plate away from the recess, and the first and second longitudinal plates are arranged opposite to each other along a first direction.

[0011] Based on the above technical means, the hollow structure of the mounting beam reduces its own weight while ensuring the overall strength and rigidity of the mounting beam, thus meeting the requirements for vehicle lightweighting.

[0012] Meanwhile, the combination of the horizontal plate, the first longitudinal plate, and the second longitudinal plate forms a stable frame structure, enhancing the deformation resistance of the mounting beam and enabling it to better withstand the pressure and vibration from the front cover lock and the front cover plate.

[0013] As one possible implementation, the first direction is perpendicular to the recess direction of the recess and the extension direction of the transverse plate, and the recess penetrates at least one of the first longitudinal plate and the second longitudinal plate.

[0014] According to the above-mentioned technical means, the first direction is perpendicular to the recess and the extension direction of the horizontal plate, so that the first longitudinal plate and the second longitudinal plate form a stable support in the vertical direction. Together with the through recess, they form a stable installation frame, which further enhances the structural strength of the installation beam.

[0015] As one possible implementation, the front hood lock assembly also includes a reinforcing beam connected between the first and second longitudinal plates, with the reinforcing beam positioned opposite to the transverse plate.

[0016] Based on the above technical means, the reinforced beam, cross plate, first longitudinal plate and second longitudinal plate form a stable "U"-shaped frame structure, which greatly improves the overall rigidity and torsional performance of the mounting beam, effectively resists the bumps and vibrations during vehicle operation and the stress generated by the frequent operation of the front cover lock, prevents the mounting beam from deforming, and thus provides a more stable installation foundation for the front cover lock.

[0017] As one possible implementation, the front cover lock assembly also includes a mounting bracket, which includes a connecting portion and a support portion connected together. The connecting portion is connected to the bottom wall of the recess, and the support portion is connected to the surface of the connecting portion opposite to the bottom wall. One side surface of the support portion along a first direction is connected to the front cover lock.

[0018] According to the above technical means, the connecting part is connected to the bottom wall of the recessed part, which directly transmits the force of the front cover lock to the main body of the mounting beam, forming a stable support path; the support part is connected to the front cover lock, which not only shares the load of the front cover lock, but also provides lateral restraint for the front cover lock in the first direction, and together with the recessed part, forms a limiting structure, which enhances the stability of the front cover lock installation and reduces the shaking and displacement of the front cover lock during vehicle operation.

[0019] As one possible implementation, the mounting bracket includes a first mounting bracket and a second mounting bracket. The first mounting bracket includes a first connecting portion and a first supporting portion connected together. The first connecting portion is connected to the bottom wall of the recess, and the first supporting portion is connected to the surface of the first connecting portion opposite to the bottom wall. The second mounting bracket includes a second connecting portion and a second supporting portion connected together. The second supporting portion is connected to the first supporting portion and arranged along a first direction. The surface of the first supporting portion opposite to the second supporting portion is connected to the front cover lock. The second mounting bracket also includes a first flange connected between the second longitudinal plate and the second connecting portion.

[0020] According to the above technical means, the first connecting part of the first mounting bracket is fixed to the bottom wall of the recessed part, and the first support part provides a basic support for the front cover lock perpendicular to the recessed direction. The second support part of the second mounting bracket is arranged and connected with the first support part along the first direction (perpendicular to the recessed direction and the extension direction of the horizontal plate) to form a three-dimensional support structure. It not only constrains the front cover lock in the recessed direction of the recessed part and the first direction, but also increases the contact area through the extension of the second support part, disperses the load of the front cover lock, improves its vibration resistance and impact resistance, and avoids loosening or deformation caused by force in a single direction.

[0021] As one possible implementation, the surface of the first support portion facing away from the second support portion is provided with a positioning protrusion, which is used to engage with the front cover lock.

[0022] Based on the above technical means, the positioning protrusion can fit into the front cover lock, providing a clear installation benchmark for the front cover lock, ensuring the accuracy of the front cover lock installation position, avoiding problems such as locking failure and uneven gaps in the front cover plate caused by installation offset, and ensuring the sealing and fitting accuracy between the front cover plate and the front cover lock.

[0023] As one possible implementation, the mounting beam also includes a reinforcement connecting the recess and the portion of the front cover lock housed within the recess.

[0024] According to the above technical means, the reinforcing member directly fills the gap between the recess and the front hood lock to form a rigid support interface. The vibration and impact loads (such as vehicle bumps and hood opening and closing impacts) borne by the front hood lock are synchronously transferred to the overall frame of the mounting beam (horizontal plates, longitudinal plates, reinforcing beams, etc.) through the reinforcing member, avoiding the load concentration at the connection boundary between the front hood lock and the recess, and reducing the risk of deformation or breakage caused by local stress concentration.

[0025] As one possible implementation, the sum of the angle between the first longitudinal plate and the transverse plate and the angle between the second longitudinal plate and the transverse plate is greater than 180°.

[0026] Based on the above technical means, the cross section of the crossbeam is trapezoidal, and the mounting beam forms a stable shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, effectively dispersing the load transmitted by the front cover lock and the front cover plate, converting the vertical pressure into lateral force along the longitudinal plate direction, and enhancing the overall deformation resistance of the mounting beam.

[0027] Secondly, this application provides a vehicle including a front hood lock assembly, a front upper component assembly, and a front hood panel, as described in any possible implementation of the first aspect. The front upper component assembly includes a horizontal main board, at least a portion of which forms a mounting beam. The front hood panel is provided with a locking element that engages with the front hood lock. The front hood lock is used to unlock or lock the locking element so that the front hood panel can be opened or fixed to the front upper component assembly.

[0028] Based on the above-mentioned technical means, the horizontal main board of the front upper component assembly in this application directly forms the mounting beam, reducing additional connecting parts, shortening the force transmission path, and enabling the load borne by the front cover lock to be quickly distributed to the entire front upper component assembly, thereby enhancing the rigidity of the vehicle's front end.

[0029] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0030] (1) This application improves the integration and structural stability of the front end of the vehicle by integrating the front upper component assembly with the mounting beam, ensuring the reliability of the front cover locking and improving the reliability of the vehicle during driving.

[0031] (2) In this application, the recessed part of the mounting beam provides installation space for the front cover lock, avoiding the external placement or protrusion of components caused by the flat surface of the mounting beam, realizing the embedded integration of the front cover lock and the mounting beam, and improving the space utilization of the front of the vehicle.

[0032] It should be noted that the technical effects of the second implementation method can be found in the technical effects of the corresponding implementation method in the first aspect, and will not be repeated here.

[0033] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 An exploded view of a front hood lock assembly provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the mounting beam for the front hood lock assembly is shown.

[0036] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the front cover lock of the front cover lock assembly shown.

[0037] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the assembly of the mounting bracket and mounting beam for the front hood lock assembly.

[0038] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first mounting bracket of the front cover lock assembly is shown;

[0039] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the second mounting bracket for the front cover lock assembly.

[0040] Figure 7 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the assembly of the front hood lock and the mounting beam of the front hood lock assembly shown.

[0041] Figure 8 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the assembly of the first mounting bracket and the mounting beam of the front hood lock assembly.

[0042] Figure 9 for Figure 1 The front view of the mounting bracket and mounting beam of the front hood lock assembly shown;

[0043] Figure 10 (a) in the middle is Figure 9 Schematic diagram of AA section;

[0044] Figure 10 (b) in the middle is Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the BB cross section;

[0045] Figure 11 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the reinforcement component of the front hood lock assembly shown;

[0046] Figure 12 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the reinforcing beam of the front hood lock assembly shown;

[0047] Figure 13 for Figure 11 The diagram shows the installation of the reinforcement component of the front hood lock assembly.

[0048] Figure 14 for Figure 11 The diagram shows the installation of the first mounting bracket for the front cover lock assembly.

[0049] Figure 15 for Figure 11 The diagram shows the overall installation of the first and second mounting brackets of the front cover lock assembly.

[0050] Among them, 100-front cover lock; 200-mounting beam; 201-horizontal plate; 2011-mounting surface; 2011a-recess; 202-first longitudinal plate; 203-second longitudinal plate; 300-reinforcing beam; 400-mounting bracket; 401-first mounting bracket; 4011-positioning protrusion; 402-second mounting bracket; 500-reinforcing member. Detailed Implementation

[0051] The technical solutions in some embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this disclosure, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments provided in this disclosure are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0052] Unless the context otherwise requires, throughout the specification and claims, the term "comprise" and its other forms, such as the third-person singular "comprises" and the present participle "comprising," are interpreted as open-ended and encompassing, meaning "including, but not limited to." In the description of the specification, terms such as "some embodiments," "example," or "some examples" are intended to indicate that a particular feature, structure, material, or characteristic associated with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this disclosure. The illustrative representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics mentioned may be included in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0053] Hereinafter, 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 indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0054] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0055] In some embodiments, see Figure 1This application provides a vehicle including a front upper component assembly, which is a component located at the front of the vehicle and provides a mounting base for front-end components of the vehicle (such as a front hood, front hood lock 100, radiator, wiring harness, etc.).

[0056] Specifically, the front upper component assembly includes a horizontal main plate, which provides a mounting base for the vehicle's front-end components. Additionally, a radiator can be mounted on both ends of the horizontal main plate. Correspondingly, the horizontal main plate has mating flange holes.

[0057] In this application, the specific type of vehicle is not specifically limited. For example, the vehicle provided in this application can be an electric vehicle, a hybrid electric vehicle, a gasoline vehicle, or a solar-powered vehicle. Of course, the vehicle provided in this application can also be of different forms. For example, the vehicle provided in this application can be a sedan, a sport utility vehicle (SUV), or a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV).

[0058] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 3 The vehicle also includes a front hood lock assembly and a front hood panel. A horizontal main board forms part of the front hood lock assembly, and a front hood lock 100 is mounted on the horizontal main board. The front hood panel is provided with a locking element that engages with the front hood lock 100. The front hood lock 100 is used to unlock or lock the locking element so that the front hood panel can be opened or fixed to the front upper component assembly.

[0059] Based on this, during vehicle assembly, the front cover lock 100 in the front cover lock assembly is first fixed to the horizontal main board of the front upper component assembly. After the front cover lock 100 is installed, the front cover panel is placed over the front of the vehicle, and the locking component on the front cover panel is precisely aligned with the front cover lock 100. The unlocking mechanism of the front cover lock 100 is triggered by the in-vehicle unlocking device or electronic control system, causing the front cover lock 100 to separate from the locking component. At this time, the front cover panel can be opened upwards. When closing the front cover panel, the front cover panel drives the locking component downwards, and the latch of the front cover lock 100 automatically engages with the locking component to complete the locking, thus securing the front cover panel firmly to the front upper component assembly and realizing the opening and closing function of the vehicle's front cover panel.

[0060] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 2 The front cover lock assembly includes a front cover lock 100 and a mounting beam 200. The mounting beam 200 includes a mounting surface 2011. The mounting surface 2011 has a recess 2011a that is recessed toward the interior of the mounting beam 200. A portion of the front cover lock 100 is accommodated in the recess 2011a. The front cover lock 100 is used to unlock or lock the front cover of the vehicle.

[0061] For example, at least a portion of the horizontal main plate of the front upper component in this application forms a mounting beam 200. Of course, the mounting beam 200 in this application can also be other crossbeams of the vehicle, and this application does not limit this to them.

[0062] When manufacturing the mounting beam 200, a recess 2011a is formed on the mounting surface 2011 using stamping or injection molding processes to ensure that the dimensional accuracy of the recess 2011a matches the shape of the front cover lock 100. During assembly, the corresponding part of the front cover lock 100 is embedded into the recess 2011a, ensuring a tight fit. It can be fixed by bolts, clips, or welding. After the front cover is installed, the locking mechanism of the front cover lock 100 is precisely aligned with the locking component of the front cover. The driver can operate the front cover lock 100 through the in-vehicle unlocking device or electronic control system to open and lock the front cover.

[0063] Based on this, on the one hand, the recess 2011a provides a dedicated installation space for the front hood lock 100, allowing the front hood lock 100 to be embeddedly integrated with the mounting beam 200. Compared with the flat installation method, this reduces the longitudinal space occupied at the front of the vehicle, freeing up more space for other components in the engine compartment. On the other hand, the tight fit between the recess 2011a and the front hood lock 100 forms a stable limiting structure, which can limit the shaking and displacement of the front hood lock 100 during vehicle operation. The load borne by the front hood lock 100 is evenly distributed to the entire mounting beam 200 through the recess 2011a, enhancing the stability of the front hood lock 100 installation, reducing the risk of loosening or damage caused by vibration and impact, and improving the reliability and safety of the front hood locking.

[0064] Meanwhile, by adjusting the depth of the recess 2011a, the depth at which the front cover lock 100 is embedded in the mounting beam 200 can be changed, making the fit between the two tighter and further enhancing the stability of the front cover lock 100 installation, reducing the risk of the front cover lock 100 becoming loose or damaged due to vehicle vibration and impact.

[0065] It should be noted that the mounting surface 2011 in this application can be the top surface, side surface, or bottom surface of the mounting beam 200, depending on the specific configuration required for its cooperation with the front cover lock 100. This application does not limit this; the use of the top surface of the mounting beam 200 as the mounting surface 2011 is merely an example and does not constitute a limitation on this application.

[0066] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 2The mounting beam 200 is a hollow structure. The mounting beam 200 includes a horizontal plate 201, a first longitudinal plate 202 and a second longitudinal plate 203. One side surface of the horizontal plate 201 forms a mounting surface 2011. The first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203 are connected to the surface of the horizontal plate 201 away from the recess 2011a, and the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203 are arranged opposite to each other along a first direction.

[0067] For example, the mounting beam 200 can be integrally formed into a hollow structure using a stamping or extrusion process.

[0068] As another example, during assembly, the front cover lock 100 can be partially embedded into the recess 2011a and fixed by means of bolts, welding or buckles, so that the front cover lock 100 and the recess 2011a fit tightly together.

[0069] Based on this, the hollow structure of the mounting beam 200 reduces its weight while ensuring strength, meeting the requirements of vehicle lightweight design and reducing energy consumption. The combination of the horizontal plate 201, the first longitudinal plate 202, and the second longitudinal plate 203 forms a stable frame structure, enhancing the deformation resistance of the mounting beam 200, effectively dispersing the pressure and vibration from the front cover lock 100 and the front cover plate, and improving the installation stability of the front cover lock 100.

[0070] In addition, a recessed portion 2011a is provided on one side of the horizontal plate 201 to provide a dedicated installation space for the front cover lock 100, enabling embedded integration and reducing the space occupied at the front of the vehicle. Furthermore, the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203 are arranged opposite each other along the first direction, which not only enhances the lateral rigidity of the mounting beam 200, but also facilitates connection and fixation with other vehicle components, thereby improving the integration and modularity of the front-end assembly.

[0071] Of course, the horizontal plate 201 of the mounting beam 200 can also be connected to other components.

[0072] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 2 The first direction is perpendicular to the recess direction of the recess 2011a and the extension direction of the horizontal plate 201, and the recess 2011a penetrates at least one of the first vertical plate 202 and the second vertical plate 203.

[0073] Based on this, the recess 2011a that penetrates at least one of the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203 provides a wide operating space for the installation and disassembly of the front cover lock 100. Technicians can perform auxiliary operations from one side of at least one of the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203, reducing assembly difficulty and improving production efficiency.

[0074] Meanwhile, the arrangement of the first direction perpendicular to the recessed part 2011a and the extending direction of the horizontal plate 201 ensures that the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203 form a stable support in the vertical direction. Together with the through recessed part 2011a, they form a stable frame, further enhancing the structural rigidity of the mounting beam 200.

[0075] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 2 and Figure 12 The front hood lock assembly also includes a reinforcing beam 300, which is connected between the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203. The reinforcing beam 300 is arranged opposite to the transverse plate 201.

[0076] Based on this, the reinforcing beam 300, together with the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203, forms a "U"-shaped frame structure, which significantly improves the overall rigidity and torsional performance of the mounting beam 200, effectively resists the bumps and vibrations during vehicle operation and the stress generated by the frequent operation of the front cover lock 100, avoids deformation of the mounting beam 200, and provides a stable installation foundation for the front cover lock 100.

[0077] In other embodiments, the first longitudinal plate 202 is connected to a second flange on the side opposite to the transverse plate 201, and the second longitudinal plate 203 is connected to a third flange on the side opposite to the transverse plate 201. The second flange is in contact with the surface of the reinforcing beam 300, and the third flange is in contact with the surface of the reinforcing beam 300.

[0078] The second and third flanges fit snugly against the reinforcing beam 300, increasing the connection area between the first longitudinal plate 202, the second longitudinal plate 203, and the reinforcing beam 300. This further prevents relative displacement between the first longitudinal plate 202, the second longitudinal plate 203, and the reinforcing beam 300, providing a more stable installation base for the front cover lock 100.

[0079] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 4 The front cover lock assembly also includes a mounting bracket 400, which includes a connecting part and a support part connected to each other. The connecting part is connected to the bottom wall of the recess 2011a, and the support part is connected to the surface of the connecting part away from the bottom wall. One side surface of the support part along the first direction is connected to the front cover lock 100.

[0080] Based on this, the connecting part of the mounting bracket 400 is connected to the bottom wall of the recess 2011a to provide vertical support for the front cover lock 100. The connection between the support part and the front cover lock 100 forms a lateral constraint in the first direction. The two work together to form a stable limiting structure, reducing the shaking and displacement of the front cover lock 100 during vehicle operation and improving the installation firmness.

[0081] In other embodiments, triangular ribs may also be provided on the second and third flanges to enhance the strength of the entire front upper component.

[0082] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figures 4 to 6 The mounting bracket 400 includes a first mounting bracket 401 and a second mounting bracket 402. The first mounting bracket 401 includes a first connecting part and a first supporting part connected together. The first connecting part is connected to the bottom wall of the recess 2011a, and the first supporting part is connected to the surface of the first connecting part away from the bottom wall. The second mounting bracket 402 includes a second connecting part and a second supporting part connected together. The second supporting part is connected to the first supporting part and arranged along a first direction. The surface of the first supporting part away from the second supporting part is connected to the front cover lock 100. The second mounting bracket 402 also includes a first flange, which is connected between the second longitudinal plate 203 and the second connecting part.

[0083] For example, please see Figure 14 and combined Figure 15 The first connecting part of the first mounting bracket 401 and the second connecting part of the second mounting bracket 402 are provided with connection holes or welding surfaces, and the first flange of the second mounting bracket 402 is also pre-bent into shape.

[0084] Please see Figure 1 and combined Figures 4 to 10 , Figure 10 (a) and (b) in the diagram correspond to mounting bracket 400 in the diagram. Figure 9 Cross-sectional view of position AA and mounting bracket 400 in Figure 9 The cross-sectional view at position BB in this application illustrates, in one case, the assembly of the first mounting bracket 401 and the second mounting bracket 402. During assembly, the first connecting part of the first mounting bracket 401 is fixed to the bottom wall of the recess 2011a by bolts or welding. Subsequently, the second support part of the second mounting bracket 402 is spliced ​​with the first support part along the first direction, and the two are securely connected by bolts, welding or snap fasteners. At the same time, the first flange is attached to the second longitudinal plate 203 and fixed by welding or riveting to form a support structure. Finally, the front cover lock 100 is installed on the surface of the first support part away from the second support part, and precise positioning and secure connection are ensured by positioning pins, bolts or other means.

[0085] Based on this, the vertical support of the first mounting bracket 401 and the lateral extension of the second mounting bracket 402 cooperate to form a three-dimensional constraint along the first direction and the recessed direction, reducing the displacement risk of the front cover lock 100 under vehicle vibration and impact conditions. The force on the front cover lock 100 is transmitted to the bottom wall of the recessed part 2011a and the second longitudinal plate 203 through the first support part and the second support part, and then diffused to the overall frame of the mounting beam 200 through the first flange, avoiding local stress concentration.

[0086] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 8 The surface of the first support part facing away from the second support part is provided with a positioning protrusion 4011, which is used to cooperate with the front cover lock 100.

[0087] Based on this, the positioning protrusion 4011 and the front cover lock 100 interlock to form a mechanical limit, which, together with the three-dimensional support of the first mounting bracket 401 and the second mounting bracket 402, constrains the displacement of the front cover lock 100 from multiple directions. Under conditions such as vehicle driving vibration and front cover opening and closing impact, the stability of the front cover lock 100 installation is improved and the risk of loosening is reduced.

[0088] In other embodiments, please refer to Figure 6 The second mounting bracket 402 has an arched structure.

[0089] The arched structure uses the bottom wall of the recessed portion 2011a as a supporting reference, arching upwards to form an arc transition. Its two ends are firmly connected to the bottom wall of the recessed portion 2011a. The curved surface design of the convex middle part not only increases the structural length of the connection part in a limited space, but also utilizes the mechanical properties of the arch to distribute the vertical load transmitted by the front cover lock 100 to both sides of the recessed portion 2011a, thereby alleviating local stress concentration.

[0090] Furthermore, the arch has a hollowed-out flange structure in the middle, which can serve as a support structure for other components.

[0091] Based on this, the hollowed-out flange provides an additional mounting carrier, eliminating the need to add brackets to other parts of the mounting beam 200, thus enabling the fixing of components such as sensors and wiring harnesses and improving the integration of the front cover lock assembly.

[0092] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and combined Figure 11 and Figure 13 The mounting beam 200 also includes a reinforcing member 500, which is connected between the recess 2011a and the partial front cover lock 100 housed within the recess 2011a.

[0093] Based on this, the reinforcement 500 serves to evenly distribute the vibration and impact loads borne by the front cover lock 100 to the recess 2011a and the entire mounting beam 200, thereby avoiding deformation or damage caused by local stress concentration.

[0094] Additionally, please see Figure 13 and combined Figure 1The depth at which the front cover lock 100 is embedded in the recess 2011a can also be adjusted by adjusting the height of the reinforcing member 500. During installation, if a deeper embedment of the front cover lock 100 in the recess 2011a is required, a lower-height reinforcing member 500 is selected to fill the space between the recess 2011a and the front cover lock 100; if a shallower embedment is required, a higher-height reinforcing member 500 is used. After fixing the reinforcing member 500 by bolts, clips, or adhesives, the embedding depth of the front cover lock 100 in the recess 2011a changes due to the change in the height of the reinforcing member 500. After adjustment, the front cover lock 100 is then connected and fixed to other components.

[0095] Based on this, by replacing the reinforcing parts 500 with different heights, the installation depth of the front cover lock 100 can be flexibly adjusted to accommodate different size differences of the front cover lock 100 and adapt to multiple vehicle models.

[0096] For example, the reinforcing member 500 may be disposed between the bottom of the recess 2011a and the front cover lock 100. To further enhance the structural stability of the reinforcing member 500, the reinforcing member 500 may also be provided with a flange that connects to the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203, which will not be described in detail in this application.

[0097] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 and Figure 10 The sum of the included angle between the first vertical plate 202 and the horizontal plate 201 and the included angle between the second vertical plate 203 and the horizontal plate 201 is greater than 180°.

[0098] Based on this, the sum of the included angles is greater than 180°, which makes the mounting beam 200 form a trapezoidal cross section that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom, thereby enhancing the structural stability and converting the vertical load transmitted by the front cover lock 100 and the front cover plate into a lateral force along the longitudinal direction. Through this structural dispersion, the deformation resistance of the mounting beam 200 is improved.

[0099] Furthermore, the mounting plane of the horizontal plate 201 can also be provided with multiple boss features to serve as welding planes, with small-face contact, strong welding, and the bosses can improve the overall rigidity of the components, making the whole structure more stable.

[0100] In addition, multiple concave and convex rib structures can be provided on the surfaces of the first longitudinal plate 202 and the second longitudinal plate 203 to enhance their strength.

[0101] Although this application has been described in conjunction with specific features and embodiments, it is obvious that various modifications and combinations can be made thereto without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Accordingly, this specification and drawings are merely illustrative descriptions of the application as defined by the appended claims, and are considered to cover any and all modifications, variations, combinations, or equivalents within the scope of this application. Clearly, those skilled in the art can make various alterations and modifications to this application without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Thus, if such modifications and modifications fall within the scope of the claims and their equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and modifications. Any changes or substitutions within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application should be covered within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this application should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A front cover lock assembly, characterized in that, include: Front cover lock (100); Mounting beam (200) includes mounting surface (2011) having recess (2011a) recessed toward the interior of mounting beam (200), a portion of front cover lock (100) is received within the recess (2011a), the front cover lock (100) being used to unlock or lock the front cover of a vehicle.

2. The front cover lock assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting beam (200) is a hollow structure, and the mounting beam (200) includes: A horizontal plate (201), one side surface of which forms the mounting surface (2011); A first longitudinal plate (202) and a second longitudinal plate (203) are connected to the surface of the transverse plate (201) away from the recess (2011a), and the first longitudinal plate (202) and the second longitudinal plate (203) are arranged opposite to each other along a first direction.

3. The front cover lock assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first direction is perpendicular to the recess direction of the recess (2011a) and the extension direction of the horizontal plate (201), and the recess (2011a) penetrates at least one of the first vertical plate (202) and the second vertical plate (203).

4. The front cover lock assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, Also includes: A reinforcing beam (300) is connected between the first longitudinal plate (202) and the second longitudinal plate (203), and the reinforcing beam (300) is arranged opposite to the transverse plate (201).

5. The front cover lock assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, Also includes: Mounting bracket (400) includes a connecting part and a supporting part connected to each other. The connecting part is connected to the bottom wall of the recess (2011a). The supporting part is connected to the surface of the connecting part away from the bottom wall. The supporting part is connected to the front cover lock (100) on one side surface along the first direction.

6. The front cover lock assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The mounting bracket (400) includes: The first mounting bracket (401) includes a first connecting part and a first supporting part connected to each other. The first connecting part is connected to the bottom wall of the recess (2011a), and the first supporting part is connected to the surface of the first connecting part opposite to the bottom wall. The second mounting bracket (402) includes a second connecting part and a second supporting part connected to each other. The second supporting part is connected to the first supporting part and arranged along the first direction. The surface of the first supporting part facing away from the second supporting part is connected to the front cover lock (100). The second mounting bracket (402) also includes a first flange, which is connected between the second longitudinal plate (203) and the second connecting part.

7. The front cover lock assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first support portion has a positioning protrusion (4011) on the surface opposite to the second support portion, and the positioning protrusion (4011) is used to cooperate with the front cover lock (100).

8. The front cover lock assembly according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The mounting beam (200) also includes: A reinforcing member (500) is connected between the recess (2011a) and a portion of the front cover lock (100) housed within the recess (2011a).

9. The front cover lock assembly according to any one of claims 2-7, characterized in that, The sum of the angle between the first vertical plate (202) and the horizontal plate (201) and the angle between the second vertical plate (203) and the horizontal plate (201) is greater than 180°.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The front cover lock assembly according to any one of claims 1-9; A front upper component assembly, the front upper component assembly including a horizontal main plate, at least a portion of the horizontal main plate forming the mounting beam (200); The front cover is provided with a locking member, which is connected to the front cover lock (100). The front cover lock (100) is used to unlock or lock the locking member so that the front cover can be opened or fixed to the front upper component assembly.

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