Heater assembly structure and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model relates to a heater assembly structure and a vehicle. The heater assembly structure comprises a heater assembly, a shell assembly and a fixing assembly. The heater assembly comprises a heater body, the shell assembly is provided with a containing space, the heater body is located in the containing space and detachably connected with the shell assembly, and the shell assembly further comprises an opening face used for moving the heater body into or out of the containing space. The fixing assembly is connected to the shell assembly and used for connecting the shell assembly with external equipment. By additionally arranging the shell assembly, the modular installation requirement of the heater assembly in a vehicle body can be met, product arrangement is facilitated, and the attractiveness is improved. And secondly, the shell assembly meets the movement requirement of the heater assembly, and the maintenance or replacement efficiency of the heater is improved. And finally, by arranging the shell assembly, the influence of the external environment on the heater can be reduced, and the stability of the heater is enhanced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and in particular to a heater assembly structure and vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional heater assemblies have a complex assembly structure, making routine inspection and maintenance extremely inconvenient. Furthermore, replacing the heater assembly often requires significant work, involving cumbersome disassembly and inefficient repair or replacement, increasing time and labor costs for vehicle maintenance. Additionally, the traditional heater assembly structure is not conducive to platform-based and modular implementation within the vehicle. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the above problems, this application provides a heater assembly structure, comprising:

[0004] Heater assembly, including heater body;

[0005] The housing assembly includes a receiving space, the heater body is located within the receiving space and is detachably connected to the housing assembly, and the housing assembly further includes an opening for the heater body to move into or out of the receiving space;

[0006] A fixing component, connected to the housing assembly, is used to connect the housing assembly to an external device.

[0007] In one embodiment, the housing assembly includes a main bottom plate and a top cover plate disposed opposite to each other along a first direction, and a left side plate and a right side plate disposed opposite to each other along a second direction, wherein the main bottom plate, the top cover plate, the left side plate and the right side plate cooperate to form the accommodating space; wherein the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0008] In one embodiment, the housing assembly further includes a first reinforcing plate located on the side of the upper cover plate near the main bottom plate. The two sides of the first reinforcing plate are fixedly connected to the left side plate and the right side plate, respectively, and the upper cover plate is detachably connected to the first reinforcing plate.

[0009] In one embodiment, the first reinforcing plate has a plurality of access openings, which are connected to the accommodating space and expose part of the heater assembly for inspection and maintenance.

[0010] In one embodiment, the inspection opening includes an inspection notch and an inspection hole. The inspection notch is respectively opened at both ends of the first reinforcing plate, and the opening of the inspection notch extends toward the central area of ​​the first reinforcing plate. The inspection hole is distributed in the middle of the inspection notch.

[0011] In one embodiment, the upper cover plate is provided with a first fastening part, and the first reinforcing plate is provided with a first mating part. The first fastening part and the first mating part cooperate to realize the disassembly and connection of the upper cover plate and the first reinforcing plate.

[0012] In one embodiment, the first fastening part and the first mating part are threaded together.

[0013] In one embodiment, the main base plate includes a first support portion and a second support portion, the first support portion corresponding to the upper cover plate, and the second support portion corresponding to the opening surface; wherein

[0014] The heater body is located on the first support and is detachably connected to the first support. The fixing component is located on the second support and is connected to the second support.

[0015] In one embodiment, the second support portion is vertically disposed on the first support portion and extends along the first direction, and the first support portion and the second support portion cooperate to make the cross-section of the main base plate member L-shaped.

[0016] In one embodiment, the fixing component includes a first connecting portion and a second connecting portion, the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion being arranged at intervals along the second direction, and both the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion having a stepped cross-section.

[0017] In one embodiment, the housing assembly further includes a front cover plate that covers the opening surface and cooperates with the main bottom plate, left side plate, right side plate and the top cover plate to form the accommodating space.

[0018] In one embodiment, the housing assembly further includes a second reinforcing plate located on the side of the front cover plate near the heater body. The two ends of the second reinforcing plate are fixedly connected to the left side plate and the right side plate, respectively, and the front cover plate is detachably connected to the second reinforcing plate.

[0019] In one embodiment, the heater assembly further includes a water pump and a pipeline assembly, the pipeline assembly including a fuel line, a heater exhaust line, and a heater water inlet line; wherein,

[0020] The water pump is located within the accommodating space, and the water pump is connected to the heater body through the heater inlet pipe;

[0021] The fuel pipe is located within the accommodating space, with one end connected to the heater body and the other end passing through the main base plate and connected to external equipment; and / or

[0022] The heater exhaust pipe is located on the bottom surface of the main base plate and is detachably connected to the main base plate. One end of the heater exhaust pipe passes through the main base plate and communicates with the heater body, while the other end is connected to the external environment.

[0023] In one embodiment, the heater body is provided with a second fastening part, and the main base plate is provided with a second mating part. When the heater body moves into the accommodating space, the second fastening part and the second mating part correspond to each other and are connected by a second fastener.

[0024] In one embodiment, the heater exhaust pipe is further provided with a third fastening part, and the main base plate is further provided with a third mating part. When the heater body moves into the accommodating space, the third fastening part and the third mating part correspond to each other and are connected by a third fastener so that the heater body is connected to the heater exhaust pipe.

[0025] This application also provides a vehicle including a heater assembly structure as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0026] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this application may include the following beneficial effects:

[0027] As described in the above embodiments, the heater assembly structure of this application includes a heater assembly, a housing assembly, and a fixing assembly. The heater assembly includes a heater body, and the housing assembly has an accommodating space within which the heater body is located and detachably connected. The housing assembly also includes an opening for the heater body to move in or out of the accommodating space. The fixing assembly is connected to the housing assembly and is used to connect the housing assembly to external equipment. By adding the housing assembly, this application not only meets the modular installation requirements of the heater assembly in the vehicle body, facilitating product layout and improving aesthetics, but also allows for the movement of the heater assembly, improving the efficiency of heater body maintenance or replacement. Finally, the housing assembly reduces the impact of the external environment on the heater, enhancing its stability.

[0028] This not only enhances the bonding strength between the curtain and the storage roller, but also significantly reduces the risk of the curtain detaching from the storage roller during use, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the heater assembly structure.

[0029] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0030] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings in the description are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0031] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of a heater assembly structure provided in one embodiment of this application from a single perspective.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the heater assembly structure provided in one embodiment of this application from another perspective.

[0033] Figure 3 This is a top view of a heater assembly structure provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0034] Figure 4 This is a bottom view of a heater assembly structure provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0035] Figure 5 This is another schematic diagram of the light heater assembly structure provided in one embodiment of this application from a different perspective.

[0036] Figure 6 This is another schematic diagram of the heater assembly structure provided in one embodiment of this application from a different perspective.

[0037] Figure 7 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a heater assembly structure provided in one embodiment of this application from a certain perspective.

[0038] Figure label:

[0039] 1. Heater assembly; 10. Heater body; 100. Second fastener; 11. Water pump; 110. Water pump switch; 111. Operating port; 12. Fuel pipe; 13. Heater exhaust pipe; 130. Third fastener; 14. Heater water inlet pipe; 15. Electrical wiring harness.

[0040] 2. Housing assembly; 20. Main base plate; 200. First support part; 201. Second support part; 21. Top cover plate; 210. First fastening part; 211. Connecting slot; 22. Left side plate; 23. Right side plate; 24. First reinforcing plate; 240. First mating part; 241. Inspection notch; 242. Inspection hole; 25. Front cover plate; 250. Main body; 251. Bending part; 26. Second reinforcing plate.

[0041] 3. Fixing component; 30. First connecting part; 31. Second connecting part.

[0042] X, the first direction; Y, the second direction. Detailed Implementation

[0043] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The manner described in the following exemplary embodiments does not represent all manner consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0044] As described in the background section, heaters are key components of vehicles and various devices. They provide warmth to the vehicle interior in cold weather, creating a comfortable driving environment. For new energy vehicles, heaters can also provide heat to devices such as batteries, ensuring their stable performance. They are of great significance to the normal operation of the vehicle and the comfort experience of the passengers.

[0045] However, traditional heater assemblies have many shortcomings. Their assembly structure is complex, with numerous components and cumbersome connections. Bolts, pipes, and wiring harnesses are intertwined, requiring multiple people to work together during installation, consuming significant time and effort. Debugging is difficult, prone to errors, and impacts production efficiency and product quality. Routine inspection and maintenance are extremely inconvenient; troubleshooting is difficult and time-consuming, requiring highly skilled maintenance personnel. Replacing the heater assembly involves a cumbersome disassembly process, requiring the removal of multiple components and connectors, and sometimes even destructive operations on parts of the vehicle structure. This leads to low repair or replacement efficiency, significantly increasing vehicle maintenance time and labor costs. Excessive repair time may also disrupt normal vehicle use, causing considerable inconvenience to users.

[0046] Furthermore, the traditional heater assembly structure is not conducive to the platformization and modularization of vehicle layout. Its complex design makes it difficult to integrate with other components, preventing the formation of standardized modules, increasing the complexity and cost of vehicle design, and limiting the improvement of overall vehicle performance and technological innovation.

[0047] Based on this, refer to Figure 1 This application provides a heater assembly structure, including a heater assembly 1, a housing assembly 2, and a fixing assembly 3. The heater assembly 1 includes a heater body 10. The housing assembly 2 includes an accommodating space, within which the heater body 10 is located and detachably connected. The housing assembly 2 also includes an opening for the heater body 10 to move into or out of the accommodating space. The fixing assembly 3 is connected to the housing assembly 2 for connecting the housing assembly 2 to external equipment.

[0048] Specifically, the ability of the heater body 10 to move in and out of the accommodating space can be understood as the heater assembly structure having an operating state and a disassembly state. When the heater assembly structure is in the disassembly state, that is, when the heater body 10 needs to be replaced, first disconnect the heater body 10 to be replaced from the housing assembly 2, and then pull the heater body 10 to be replaced out of the accommodating space to complete the removal of the heater body 10; then, insert the new heater body 10 into the accommodating space, and then connect the new heater body 10 to the housing assembly 2 to complete the movement of the heater body 10.

[0049] When the heater assembly is in operation, the heater body 10 is located within the accommodating space and is fixedly connected to the housing assembly 2. It is worth noting that the fixed connection here refers to the relative fixation between the housing assembly 2 and the heater body 10.

[0050] This application adds a housing assembly 2, arranges the heater assembly 1 in the housing assembly 2, and further configures the heater body 10 and the housing assembly 2 to be detachably connected, which can effectively improve the maintenance and replacement efficiency of the heater body 10, thereby saving maintenance costs.

[0051] Secondly, the heater assembly 1 is arranged in the housing assembly 2 to form a heater assembly structure, which not only realizes the modular installation of the heater assembly 1 and the vehicle body, but also ensures the aesthetic appearance.

[0052] Finally, by adding a housing component 2, this application ensures that the heater assembly 1 is not adversely affected by the external environment. For example, the housing component 2 can isolate some dust, rainwater, or humid air, effectively reducing interference from the external environment and improving the stability of the heater assembly 1. For example, the housing component 2 can also resist mechanical influences such as vibration and impact to a certain extent, providing a relatively stable and safe operating environment for the heater assembly 1, ensuring its stable and efficient operation in various application scenarios.

[0053] Specifically, the fixing component 3 is used to connect the housing component 2 to external devices, enabling the heater assembly to be securely installed on various external devices and ensuring its stability and safety during operation. It should be noted that this application does not limit the type of external device. For example, the external device here can be understood as a mounting bracket in the engine compartment of a vehicle, the body frame, chassis crossbeams, or other structural components. In new energy vehicles, it may also involve the insulation structure of the battery compartment or specific installation locations in the vehicle's interior, such as reserved space behind the dashboard, so that the heater assembly can provide heating for the vehicle interior or provide heat to devices such as batteries.

[0054] Furthermore, the heater assembly structure of this application can be adjusted and customized according to different application scenarios and equipment requirements. For example, in different types of vehicles, such as sedans, SUVs, MPVs, RVs, and engineering vehicles, the heater assembly can be quickly installed and reliably operated by simply adjusting the size and shape of the housing component 2 and the connection method of the fixing component 3 according to the specific structure and space requirements of the vehicle, providing stable and efficient heating functions for different vehicles.

[0055] In some implementations, reference continues. Figure 1 The housing assembly 2 includes a main bottom plate 20 and a top cover plate 21 arranged opposite each other along a first direction X, and a left side plate 22 and a right side plate 23 arranged opposite each other along a second direction Y. The main bottom plate 20, the top cover plate 21, the left side plate 22, and the right side plate 23 cooperate to form an accommodating space. The first direction X and the second direction Y are perpendicular to each other.

[0056] Specifically, in conjunction with reference Figure 5 and Figure 7 The main base plate 20 supports the heater assembly 1 and includes a first support portion 200 and a second support portion 201. The first support portion 200 is correspondingly disposed with the upper cover plate 21, and the second support portion 201 is correspondingly disposed with the opening surface. The heater body 10 is located on the first support portion 200 and is detachably connected to the first support portion 200. The fixing assembly 3 is located on the second support portion 201 and is connected to the second support portion 201.

[0057] Furthermore, referring to Figure 4 The heater body 10 is provided with a second fastening part (not shown in the figure), and the first support part 200 is provided with a second mating part (not shown in the figure). When the heater body 10 moves into the accommodating space, the second fastening part and the second mating part correspond to each other, and the two are connected by the second fastener 100.

[0058] Specifically, both the second fastening part and the second mating part can be configured as threaded holes. The second fastener 100 is configured as a bolt. When the heater body 10 is moved into the accommodating space, the two threaded holes are arranged coaxially, and the operator tightens the bolt to connect the heater body 10 and the first support part 200. When it is necessary to disassemble and replace the heater body 10, the operator loosens the bolt to separate the heater body 10 from the first support part 200, and the operator pulls the heater body 10 out of the accommodating space.

[0059] In one embodiment, the number of second fasteners and second mating parts is the same, and they are arranged in two rows at intervals along the extending direction of the first support 200, with four in each row. Correspondingly, eight second fasteners 100 are also provided.

[0060] It should be noted that the second support part 201 can also be understood as a rear sidewall opposite the opening surface. When the first support part 200 and the second support part 201 are integrally formed structures, they can be collectively referred to as the main base plate 20. It should also be noted that the first support part 200 and the second support part 201 can also be separate structures.

[0061] Furthermore, referring to Figure 5 and Figure 7 The second support portion 201 is vertically disposed on the first support portion 200 and extends along the first direction X. The first support portion 200 and the second support portion 201 cooperate to make the cross-section of the main base plate 20 L-shaped. This design helps to enhance the structural stability of the housing assembly 2 and improve the load-bearing and deformation resistance of the main base plate 20. Secondly, this arrangement helps to optimize space utilization and adapt to different installation scenarios.

[0062] Specifically, the short side of the L-shape is configured as a second support portion 201, which is used to connect with the fixing component 3, and then to connect with external equipment. The long side of the L-shape is configured as a first support portion 200, which is used to support the heater body 10.

[0063] In one embodiment, the two edges of the left plate 22 are respectively connected to one side of the first support 200 and the second support 201, and the edge of the right plate 23 is respectively connected to the other side of the first support 200 and the second support. This arrangement can ensure the connection area between the walls of the housing assembly 2, thereby further improving the connection strength of the housing assembly 2.

[0064] In some implementations, refer to Figures 1 to 4 The fixing component 3 includes a first connecting part 30 and a second connecting part 31. The first connecting part 30 and the second connecting part 31 are arranged at intervals along the second direction Y, and the cross-sections of the first connecting part 30 and the second connecting part 31 are both stepped.

[0065] This design increases the stability and robustness of the connection between housing assembly 2 and external equipment, and also facilitates adaptation and connection to different external devices. Simultaneously, the stepped cross-section helps improve the structural strength, enabling it to withstand greater forces and torques, ensuring stable installation and reliable operation of the heater assembly under various working conditions. Furthermore, this structural design simplifies the installation process; the stepped connections allow for better alignment with the connection points of other components, simplifying installation steps and improving installation efficiency.

[0066] Understandably, we should continue to refer to... Figure 4The stepped cross-sections of the first connecting portion 30 and the second connecting portion 31 can also be understood as having a Z-shaped cross-section, and the Z-shaped cross-section exhibits tensile deformation in different directions. Furthermore, the degree of stretching of the first connecting portion 30 and the second connecting portion 31 is different.

[0067] In some implementations, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 7 The heater assembly 1 also includes a water pump 11 and a pipeline assembly, which includes a fuel line 12, a heater exhaust line 13, and a heater water inlet line 14.

[0068] In one embodiment, the water pump 11 is located within the accommodating space and is connected to the heater body 10 via the heater inlet pipe 14, for transporting coolant to the heater body 10. Specifically, during the operation of the heater assembly, the coolant passes through the heater body 10, absorbs heat, and then, through the action of the water pump 11, transfers the heat to the vehicle's heating system or other areas requiring heat, thereby achieving vehicle interior heating or thermal management of other components. Simultaneously, the water pump 11 is housed together with the heater body 10 within the accommodating space, which reduces the impact of the external environment on the water pump 11 and improves its operational stability and reliability. Exemplarily, the water pump 11 is configured as an electric pump.

[0069] In one embodiment, the fuel pipe 12 is located within the accommodating space, and one end of the fuel pipe 12 is connected to the heater body 10 for supplying fuel to the heater body 10. Specifically, the fuel is burned in the heater body 10 to generate heat, meeting the vehicle's heating requirements. The other end of the fuel pipe 12 passes through the main base plate 20 (second support 201) and is connected to external equipment. It is worth noting that the external equipment here can be understood as the vehicle's fuel lines.

[0070] This design ensures a tight connection between the fuel line 12 and the heater body 10, guaranteeing a stable fuel supply. Furthermore, the through-hole of the main base plate 20 (second support 201) allows for proper connection between the fuel line 12 and external equipment, ensuring the reliability and safety of the fuel supply. Simultaneously, placing the fuel line 12 within the accommodating space reduces the impact of the external environment on the fuel line 12, lowers the risk of fuel leakage, improves the safety performance and operational stability of the entire heater assembly, and provides more reliable heating support for the vehicle.

[0071] In practice, the fuel line 12 is not randomly arranged within the accommodating space. Instead, it is routed systematically along the left-side plate 22 and secured to it with cable ties along the routing path. This effectively prevents the fuel line 12 from tangling with other components, ensuring smooth fuel delivery and stable operation of the heater assembly. Furthermore, the orderly pipeline layout facilitates subsequent inspection and maintenance, allowing maintenance personnel to more easily locate and operate the fuel line 12, thus improving maintenance efficiency.

[0072] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 The heater exhaust pipe 13 is located on the bottom surface of the main base plate 20 and is detachably connected to the main base plate 20. One end of the heater exhaust pipe 13 passes through the main base plate 20 and communicates with the heater body 10, while the other end is connected to the external environment to discharge the exhaust gas generated by the heater body 10 during operation.

[0073] Furthermore, continue to refer to Figure 4 The heater exhaust pipe 13 is also provided with a third fastening part (not shown in the figure), and the main base plate 20 (first support part 200) is also provided with a third mating part (not shown in the figure). When the heater body 10 moves into the accommodating space, the third fastening part and the third mating part correspond to each other and are connected by the third fastener 130 so that the heater body 10 is connected to the heater exhaust pipe 13.

[0074] Specifically, both the third fastening part and the third mating part are configured with threaded holes, and the third fastener 130 is configured as a bolt. After the heater body 10 is moved into the accommodating space, the operator aligns the threaded hole of the heating tube exhaust pipe with the threaded hole of the main base plate 20 (first support part 200) on the same axis, and then the operator tightens the bolt to connect the heater exhaust pipe 13 and the first support part 200. At the same time, the exhaust port on the heater body 10 also corresponds to and connects with the heater exhaust pipe 13 to realize the discharge of waste gas in the heater body 10.

[0075] When it is necessary to disassemble and replace the heater body 10, the operator loosens the bolt (third fastener 130) to separate the heater exhaust pipe 13 from the first support part 200, that is, the heater exhaust pipe 13 is separated from the heater assembly structure as an independent unit, so that the operator can pull the heater body 10 out of the accommodating space.

[0076] In some embodiments, the first support portion 200 has three threaded holes (third mating portions), and the threaded holes are arranged in a semi-circular interval. Correspondingly, three third fasteners 130 are also provided. The semi-circular arrangement can better fit the shape of the heater exhaust pipe 13, increasing the connection strength between the heater exhaust port and the first support portion 200.

[0077] In one embodiment, continue to refer to Figure 4 The first support portion 200 is also provided with a drain hole (not shown in the figure), and the heater body 10 is also provided with a drain bolt 101. When the heater body 10 is housed in the accommodating space of the housing assembly 2, the drain bolt 101 is coaxial with the drain hole and partially passes through the drain hole to communicate with the external environment. When water needs to be drained, the drain bolt 101 protruding from the first support portion 200 is loosened and removed to drain the heater body 10.

[0078] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 1 The wiring harness also includes a circuit harness 15. The circuit harness 15 is used to connect the heater assembly structure to the vehicle wiring harness and to enable circuit and signal transmission.

[0079] The circuit harness 15 is located within the accommodating space and is routed along the right-side panel 23, and is fixedly connected to the right-side panel 23 along the routing path using several cable ties. On the one hand, this effectively prevents the circuit harness 15 from tangling with other components; on the other hand, the orderly routing facilitates subsequent inspection and maintenance, allowing maintenance personnel to more easily locate and operate the circuit harness 15, thus improving maintenance efficiency.

[0080] In some implementations, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The housing assembly 2 also includes a first reinforcing plate 24, which is located on the side of the upper cover plate 21 near the main bottom plate 20. The two sides of the first reinforcing plate 24 are fixedly connected to the left plate 22 and the right plate 23 respectively, and the upper cover plate 21 is detachably connected to the first reinforcing plate 24.

[0081] This design helps enhance the overall rigidity and strength of the housing assembly 2, forming a stable frame structure that better resists external impacts and internal pressures, thereby extending the service life of the heater assembly. Simultaneously, the detachable connection between the top cover plate 21 and the first reinforcing plate 24 simplifies the maintenance process, reducing maintenance time and costs.

[0082] Specifically, one side of the first reinforcing plate 24 is connected to the left plate 22 by connecting bolts (not shown in the figure), and the other side of the first reinforcing plate 24 is connected to the right plate 23 by connecting bolts. For example, each side of the first reinforcing plate 24 is provided with 4 connecting bolts to the side plate.

[0083] In some embodiments, the first reinforcing plate 24 has several access openings that communicate with the accommodating space and expose a portion of the heater assembly 1 for inspection and maintenance. Specifically, when the heater assembly 1 needs to be inspected or replaced, the top cover plate 21 is first removed from the first reinforcing plate. Then, the operator can inspect the internal structure of the heater assembly 1 (i.e., the aforementioned water pump 11, fuel line 12, heater inlet pipe 14, wiring harness 15, etc.) through the access openings and perform maintenance directly on the corresponding structures. This arrangement helps improve the maintenance efficiency of the heater assembly structure and facilitates routine maintenance of the heater assembly 1, thereby extending the overall lifespan of the device.

[0084] In some embodiments, the inspection opening includes an inspection notch 241 and an inspection hole 242. The inspection notches 241 are respectively opened at both ends of the first reinforcing plate 24, and the openings of the inspection notches 241 extend toward the central region of the first reinforcing plate 24. The inspection holes 242 are distributed in the middle of the inspection notches 241.

[0085] Specifically, the access notches 241 are located at both ends and extend towards the center, facilitating access for maintenance personnel to critical areas of the heater assembly 1 from both sides. The distribution of the access holes 242 increases maintenance flexibility. Simultaneously, the coordination of the access notches 241 and access holes 242 helps operators locate corresponding maintenance positions, thereby improving maintenance efficiency.

[0086] Furthermore, the extension of the inspection gaps 241 at both ends towards the center makes the first reinforcing plate 24 appear as an X-shape. This arrangement helps to disperse stress and further improves the structural stability of the first reinforcing plate 24.

[0087] In some embodiments, the upper cover plate 21 is provided with a first fastening part 210, and the first reinforcing plate 24 is provided with a first mating part 240. The first fastening part 210 and the first mating part 240 cooperate to realize the disassembly and connection of the upper cover plate 21 and the first reinforcing plate 24.

[0088] Specifically, the first fastening part 210 and the first mating part 240 adopt a threaded engagement method. For example, the first mating part 240 is designed as a threaded hole, while the first fastening part 210 is a bolt with a handle. Furthermore, to ensure the accuracy of the fit and the reliability of the connection, the number of the first mating part 240 and the first fastening part 210 is equal, and each is configured with 3.

[0089] In one embodiment, the edge of the upper cover plate 21 is provided with connecting slots 211 corresponding to the connecting bolts (bolts used to connect the first reinforcing plate 24 to the left plate 22 and the right plate 23). The number of connecting slots 211 and connecting bolts may be the same or different, depending on the actual needs, and their main function is to make way and position.

[0090] When heater assembly 1 needs to be repaired, the operator rotates the first fastener counterclockwise to disconnect the threaded connection between the upper cover plate 21 and the first reinforcing plate 24, and then removes the upper cover plate 21. At this time, the connecting slot 211 separates from the connecting bolt.

[0091] After maintenance, align the connecting slot 211 with the corresponding connecting bolt, and simultaneously align the first fastening part 210 with the first mating part 240. Fasten the upper cover plate 21, and the connecting bolts will engage with the connecting slot 211, providing clearance. Continue to insert part of the first fastener into the first mating part 240, and finally rotate the first fastener clockwise to complete the threaded connection, thereby achieving a stable connection between the upper cover plate 21 and the first reinforcing plate 24.

[0092] In some implementations, reference continues. Figures 1 to 5 The housing assembly 2 also includes a front cover plate 25, which covers the opening surface and cooperates with the main bottom plate 20, the left side plate 22, the right side plate 23 and the top cover plate 21 to form an accommodating space.

[0093] The front cover plate 25 not only seals the opening to prevent foreign objects from entering and protects the internal components, but also fits tightly with the overall structure, enhancing the structural integrity of the housing. At the same time, its simple and aesthetically pleasing design serves a decorative purpose, improving the overall appearance and perceived quality of the equipment.

[0094] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 5 The front cover plate 25 includes a main body 250 and a bent portion 251. The main body 250 is opposite to the second support portion 201, and its sides are connected to the left side plate 22 and the right side plate 23. The bent portion 251 is located between the main body 250 and the upper cover plate 21, connecting the second reinforcing plate 26, which can effectively fill the gap between the main body 250 and the upper cover plate 21 and improve the overall aesthetics of the housing assembly 2.

[0095] In some implementations, refer to Figure 1 The housing assembly 2 also includes a second reinforcing plate 26, which is located on the side of the front cover plate 25 near the heater body 10. The two ends of the second reinforcing plate 26 are fixedly connected to the left plate 22 and the right plate 23 respectively, and the front cover plate 25 and the second reinforcing plate 26 are detachably connected.

[0096] The second reinforcing plate 26 enhances the structural stability of the housing assembly 2 and facilitates the installation and removal of the front cover plate 25, making it easier to replace the heater assembly 1. Specifically, when the heater body 10 needs to be replaced, the front cover plate 25 is removed first, exposing the opening of the housing assembly 2. Then, the operator can pull out the heater body 10 for replacement. After the replacement is completed, the front cover plate 25 is connected to the second reinforcing plate 26.

[0097] In one embodiment, refer to Figures 1 to 6 Both the second reinforcing plate 26 and the bending portion 251 are provided with operating ports 111 to accommodate the water pump switch 110. When the heater assembly 1 is placed within the accommodating space of the housing assembly 2, the water pump switch 110 is located in the operating port 111 of the second reinforcing plate 26 and partially protrudes. At this time, the front cover plate 25 is installed and fastened to the second reinforcing plate 26, and the protruding part of the water pump switch 110 is then inserted into the operating port 111 of the bending portion 251. In this way, maintenance personnel can conveniently operate the water pump switch 110 from the outside after maintenance or repair to turn the water pump 11 on and off.

[0098] In one embodiment, refer to Figures 1 to 6 The repair process for the heater assembly is as follows:

[0099] Step S100: Loosen the first fastener and remove the lower cover plate 21 to expose the heater assembly 1.

[0100] Step S200: The operator uses the inspection notch 241 or inspection hole 242 to inspect the heater assembly 1 in the accommodating space to determine the problem.

[0101] Step S300: Repair the faulty part through the corresponding access opening.

[0102] Step S400: After the maintenance is completed, the upper cover plate 21 is reinstalled on the second reinforcing plate 26 using the alignment structure (first fastening part 210 and first mating part 240, connecting slot 211 and connecting bolt), and the first fastener is tightened to complete the connection.

[0103] In one embodiment, refer to Figures 1 to 6 The replacement process for the heater assembly is as follows:

[0104] In this embodiment, the replacement process for the heater assembly structure is as follows:

[0105] Step Z100: Loosen the first fastener, remove the upper cover plate 21, and expose the heater assembly 1.

[0106] Step Z200: Disconnect the heater body 10 from other components, specifically by: removing the plug of the circuit harness 15, the heater inlet pipe 14, removing the cable ties between the fuel pipe 12 and the circuit harness 15 and the corresponding plates, and removing the second and third fasteners 130 of the heater body 10 and the exhaust pipe and the main base plate 20, making it an independent unit.

[0107] Step Z300: Remove the front cover plate 25 to expose the opening.

[0108] Step Z400: Remove the individual heater body 10 from the housing assembly 2.

[0109] Step Z500: Place the new heater body 10 into the housing assembly 2.

[0110] Step Z600: Reconnect the heater body 10 to other components, including connecting the plug of the wiring harness 15, the water inlet pipe, tightening the fuel pipe 12 and the wiring harness 15, and securing the heater body 10 and the exhaust pipe to the main base plate 20 with the second and third fasteners 130.

[0111] Step Z700: Using the alignment structure (first fastening part 210 and first mating part 240, connecting slot 211 and connecting bolt), reinstall the upper cover plate 21 onto the second reinforcing plate 26, tighten the first fastener, and complete the connection. Finally, install the front cover plate 25 onto the second reinforcing plate 26.

[0112] This application also provides a vehicle including a heater assembly structure as described in any of the above embodiments. Specifically, the heater assembly structure of this application is suitable for sedans, SUVs, etc., providing comfortable heating functions for the vehicle interior to meet the usage needs of different seasons and environments. For new energy vehicles, it can provide heating for the vehicle interior, improving vehicle range and energy efficiency. In special vehicles, such as motorhomes, it can be installed in a suitable location inside the vehicle to provide a comfortable temperature environment for the occupants; it can also be installed on engineering vehicles to provide heating for the cab and equipment compartment, ensuring normal vehicle operation and personnel comfort in cold environments.

[0113] The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this application and claims do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms "an" or "a" do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one, unless otherwise specified. "A plurality" or "several" indicates two or more. The term "and / or" as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more associated listed items.

[0114] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

Claims

1. A heater assembly structure, characterized in that, include: Heater assembly, including heater body; The housing assembly includes a receiving space, the heater body is located within the receiving space and is detachably connected to the housing assembly, and the housing assembly further includes an opening for the heater body to move into or out of the receiving space; A fixing component, connected to the housing assembly, is used to connect the housing assembly to an external device.

2. The heater assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing assembly includes a main bottom plate and a top cover plate disposed opposite to each other along a first direction, and a left side plate and a right side plate disposed opposite to each other along a second direction. The main bottom plate, the top cover plate, the left side plate, and the right side plate cooperate to form the accommodating space; wherein the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

3. The heater assembly structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The housing assembly further includes a first reinforcing plate, which is located on the side of the upper cover plate near the main bottom plate. The two sides of the first reinforcing plate are fixedly connected to the left side plate and the right side plate, respectively, and the upper cover plate is detachably connected to the first reinforcing plate.

4. The heater assembly structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first reinforcing plate has several inspection openings, which are connected to the accommodating space and expose part of the heater assembly for inspection and maintenance.

5. The heater assembly structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The inspection opening includes an inspection notch and an inspection hole. The inspection notches are respectively opened at both ends of the first reinforcing plate, and the openings of the inspection notches all extend toward the central area of ​​the first reinforcing plate. The inspection holes are distributed in the middle of the inspection notches.

6. The heater assembly structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The upper cover plate is provided with a first fastening part, and the first reinforcing plate is provided with a first mating part. The first fastening part and the first mating part cooperate to realize the disassembly and connection of the upper cover plate and the first reinforcing plate.

7. The heater assembly structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first fastening part and the first mating part are threaded.

8. The heater assembly structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The main base plate includes a first support portion and a second support portion, the first support portion corresponding to the upper cover plate, and the second support portion corresponding to the opening surface; in The heater body is located on the first support and is detachably connected to the first support. The fixing component is located on the second support and is connected to the second support.

9. The heater assembly structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second support is vertically disposed on the first support and extends along the first direction. The first support and the second support cooperate to make the cross-section of the main base plate L-shaped.

10. The heater assembly structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The fixing component includes a first connecting part and a second connecting part, which are arranged at intervals along the second direction, and the cross-sections of the first connecting part and the second connecting part are both stepped.

11. The heater assembly structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The housing assembly also includes a front cover plate that covers the opening surface and cooperates with the main bottom plate, left side plate, right side plate and top cover plate to form the accommodating space.

12. The heater assembly structure according to claim 11, characterized in that, The housing assembly further includes a second reinforcing plate located on the side of the front cover plate near the heater body. The two ends of the second reinforcing plate are fixedly connected to the left and right side plates, respectively, and the front cover plate is detachably connected to the second reinforcing plate.

13. The heater assembly structure according to any one of claims 2-12, characterized in that, The heater assembly also includes a water pump and a pipeline assembly, the pipeline assembly including a fuel pipe, a heater exhaust pipe, and a heater water inlet pipe; wherein... The water pump is located within the accommodating space, and the water pump is connected to the heater body through the heater inlet pipe; The fuel pipe is located within the accommodating space, with one end connected to the heater body and the other end passing through the main base plate and connected to external equipment; and / or The heater exhaust pipe is located on the bottom surface of the main base plate and is detachably connected to the main base plate. One end of the heater exhaust pipe passes through the main base plate and communicates with the heater body, while the other end is connected to the external environment.

14. The heater assembly structure according to claim 13, characterized in that, The heater body is provided with a second fastening part, and the main base plate is provided with a second mating part. When the heater body moves into the accommodating space, the second fastening part and the second mating part correspond to each other and are connected by a second fastener.

15. The heater assembly structure according to claim 13, characterized in that, The heater exhaust pipe is also provided with a third fastening part, and the main base plate is also provided with a third mating part. When the heater body moves into the accommodating space, the third fastening part and the third mating part correspond to each other and are connected by a third fastener so that the heater body is connected to the heater exhaust pipe.

16. A vehicle, characterized in that, It includes the heater assembly structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 15.

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