Triangular reinforced A-pillar

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts technology and provides a triangular reinforced A-pillar, comprising an integrally formed reinforcing body. The reinforcing body is an inclined plate-like structure, and its overall arrangement forms a triangular layout, suitable for connection with the roof of the vehicle body and the rearview mirror. The reinforcing body includes a first reinforcing member, a second reinforcing member, and a third reinforcing member. The first reinforcing member is a long strip-like plate-like structure extending vertically, with one side of the first reinforcing member recessed inward. The third reinforcing member is an inclined long strip-like plate-like structure, with the end closer to the second reinforcing member being higher. One end of the second reinforcing member is smoothly connected to the upper end of the first reinforcing member, and the other end is connected to the third reinforcing member. This triangular reinforced A-pillar significantly improves the overall strength and compressive strength of the A-pillar, and can better absorb and disperse collision energy.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and in particular to a triangular reinforced A-pillar. Background Technology

[0002] The A-pillar is an important component of the car body structure. Its main function is to support the roof and protect the safety of the occupants in the event of a collision. When the front of the car is impacted, the A-pillar needs to be able to withstand the impact force and prevent the passenger compartment from disintegrating. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an A-pillar with higher overall strength and compressive strength, and which can better absorb and disperse collision energy. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, this application proposes a triangular reinforced A-pillar, which significantly improves the overall strength and compressive strength of the A-pillar, and can better absorb and disperse collision energy, thus solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] This utility model provides the following technical solution: a triangular reinforced A-pillar, characterized in that it includes an integrally formed reinforcing body, the reinforcing body being an inclined plate-like structure suitable for connection with the roof of the vehicle and the rearview mirror; wherein, the reinforcing body includes a first reinforcing member, a second reinforcing member, and a third reinforcing member;

[0005] The main body of the reinforcing member includes a first reinforcing member, a second reinforcing member, and a third reinforcing member;

[0006] The first reinforcing member is a long strip-shaped plate structure that extends vertically, and one side of the first reinforcing member is recessed inward, which is suitable for connection with the lower structure of the vehicle body;

[0007] The third reinforcing member is an inclined, elongated, plate-like structure, with the end closest to the second reinforcing member being higher;

[0008] One end of the second reinforcing member is smoothly connected to the upper end of the first reinforcing member, and the other end is connected to the third reinforcing member, so that the main body of the reinforcing member is enclosed to form a triangular layout.

[0009] In one embodiment of the utility model, the angle between the third reinforcing member and the horizontal direction is 30 to 45 degrees.

[0010] In one embodiment of the utility model, the third reinforcing member is provided with a plurality of mounting holes, and the plurality of mounting holes are spaced apart along the length direction of the third reinforcing member, which is suitable for connection with the vehicle body buckle.

[0011] In one embodiment of the utility model, an annular reinforcing rib is further included, which is located on the third reinforcing member and is disposed around the mounting hole, and the annular reinforcing rib protrudes relative to the surface of the third reinforcing member.

[0012] In one embodiment of the utility model, the main body of the reinforcing member is provided with honeycomb-shaped reinforcing ribs, and the honeycomb-shaped reinforcing ribs are distributed at equal intervals.

[0013] In one embodiment of the utility model, the lower end of the third reinforcing member is provided with a positioning boss, and there are multiple positioning bosses, which are suitable for positioning in conjunction with the mounting position on the lower part of the vehicle body.

[0014] In one embodiment of the utility model, the axis of the positioning boss is perpendicular to the lower end face of the third reinforcing member.

[0015] In one embodiment of the utility model, the main body of the reinforcing member is made entirely of high-strength alloy steel.

[0016] In one embodiment of the utility model, the thickness of the first reinforcing member is linearly gradual, that is, the thickness of the first reinforcing member gradually increases along its length.

[0017] In one embodiment of the utility model, the concave surface of the first reinforcing member is an arc-shaped structure, the convex surface of the first reinforcing member is a smooth curved surface, and the edges of the concave surface and the convex surface are connected by a rounded transition.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting an integrally molded triangular layout reinforcement body, the inherent stability of the triangular structure is fully utilized, which can significantly improve the overall strength and deformation resistance of the A-pillar. When the vehicle encounters external impacts such as collisions, it can effectively disperse the impact force. The long strip-shaped plate structure of the first reinforcement and the design of one side being concave inward can accurately fit the lower structure of the vehicle body, ensuring the tightness and stability of the connection. The design of the third reinforcement, which is placed at an angle and is higher near the end of the second reinforcement, perfectly matches the connection requirements with the top of the vehicle body and the rearview mirror, improving the overall assembly coordination. The integral molding process reduces the gaps and stress concentration points caused by component splicing, simplifies the production process, and enhances the structural integrity and durability of the A-pillar, laying a solid foundation for the safe driving of the vehicle.

[0019] Other features and aspects of this application will become clear from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which are included in and form part of this specification, illustrate exemplary embodiments, features, and aspects of this application together with the specification and serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0021] Figure 1 The image shows a rear view of a triangular reinforced A-pillar according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 The image shows a front view of a triangular reinforced A-pillar according to an embodiment of this application; Detailed Implementation

[0023] Various exemplary embodiments, features, and aspects of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote elements that have the same or similar functions. Although various aspects of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, they are not necessarily drawn to scale unless specifically indicated otherwise.

[0024] It should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model or simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0025] Furthermore, 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 technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0026] The term “exemplary” as used herein means “serving as an example, embodiment, or illustration.” Any embodiment illustrated herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as superior to or better than other embodiments.

[0027] Furthermore, to better illustrate this application, numerous specific details are provided in the following detailed embodiments. Those skilled in the art should understand that this application can be implemented without certain specific details. In some instances, methods, means, components, and circuits well-known to those skilled in the art have not been described in detail in order to highlight the main points of this application.

[0028] Specific references Figure 1As a triangular reinforced A-pillar of this utility model, the device includes: an integrally formed reinforcing body, the reinforcing body being an inclined plate-like structure, and its overall enclosure forming a triangular layout, suitable for connection between the vehicle body roof and the vehicle rearview mirror; wherein, the reinforcing body includes a first reinforcing member 130, a second reinforcing member 120 and a third reinforcing member 110; the first reinforcing member 130 is a long strip-like plate-like structure extending in the vertical direction, and one side of the first reinforcing member 130 is recessed inward, suitable for connection with the lower structure of the vehicle body; the third reinforcing member 110 is an inclined long strip-like plate-like structure, and the end closer to the second reinforcing member 120 is higher; one end of the second reinforcing member 120 is smoothly connected to the upper end of the first reinforcing member 130, and the other end is connected to the third reinforcing member 110.

[0029] In this example, the angle between the third reinforcing member 110 and the horizontal direction is set to 30 to 45 degrees. The angle design within this range has been optimized through mechanical simulation to ensure that the third reinforcing member 110 forms a reasonable force transmission path when a collision occurs, dispersing the impact force to the first reinforcing member and other structures of the vehicle body. At the same time, it avoids the problem of A-pillar obstruction caused by an excessively large angle or insufficient strength caused by an excessively small angle, thus achieving a balance between safety and practicality.

[0030] In this example, the third reinforcing member 110 has multiple mounting holes 142 for fastening with the vehicle body. These mounting holes 142 are evenly distributed along the length of the third reinforcing member 110 to ensure the balance of the connection between the A-pillar and the vehicle body. Simultaneously, annular reinforcing ribs are provided around the mounting holes 142, and these ribs protrude from the inner surface of the reinforcing member body. The annular reinforcing ribs effectively disperse the stress around the mounting holes, preventing deformation or cracking of the holes due to localized stress concentration caused by the fastening connection, thus enhancing the structural stability of the connection area.

[0031] In this example, the main body of the reinforcing member also has honeycomb-shaped reinforcing ribs, which are evenly distributed. The honeycomb structure, through the mutual support of multiple hexagonal units, can significantly improve the compression and bending resistance of the A-pillar while reducing its overall weight; the evenly distributed design ensures that the reinforcing ribs absorb impact forces uniformly, and the collision energy can be gradually dissipated through the deformation of the honeycomb units during a collision, thereby improving the energy absorption capacity of the A-pillar.

[0032] In this example, the lower end of the third reinforcing member 110 is provided with multiple positioning bosses 141. These positioning bosses 141 cooperate with the mounting positions on the lower part of the vehicle body to achieve precise positioning. The number of positioning bosses is set according to the length of the third reinforcing member and the stress requirements, usually two; and the axis of the positioning bosses 141 is perpendicular to the lower end face of the third reinforcing member, ensuring that the bosses can form a vertical fit with the mounting positions on the vehicle body during installation, avoiding uneven stress on the A-pillar caused by installation deviation, and ensuring assembly accuracy and structural stability.

[0033] In this example, the main body of the reinforcement is made entirely of high-strength alloy steel. This material is characterized by high strength and high toughness, with tensile strength and yield strength superior to traditional steel. It can maintain structural integrity when subjected to large impact forces, reducing the risk of fracture. At the same time, high-strength alloy steel has good fatigue resistance, allowing it to withstand vehicle body vibration and alternating stress during use for extended periods, thus extending the service life of the A-pillar.

[0034] In this example, the thickness of the first reinforcing member 130 adopts a linear gradient design, meaning the thickness gradually increases along its length. Specifically, the thickness is greatest at the lower end of the first reinforcing member, where it connects to the lower structure of the vehicle body, and gradually decreases upwards until it connects to the second reinforcing member. This design conforms to the stress distribution pattern of the first reinforcing member; the lower end, as the main load-bearing part, requires higher thickness for support, while the upper end achieves lightweighting by reducing thickness. This optimizes material usage while ensuring the strength of key parts, achieving weight reduction and efficiency improvement.

[0035] In this example, the concave surface of the first reinforcing member 130 is an arc-shaped structure, and the convex surface is a smooth curved surface, with the edges of the concave and convex surfaces connected by rounded corners. The concave arc-shaped structure can adapt to the spatial layout inside the vehicle body, while the convex smooth curved surface reduces air resistance; the rounded corner design at the edges can effectively eliminate stress concentration at right-angled edges, preventing cracks from forming at the edges during long-term use or collision stress, further improving the structural reliability of the first reinforcing member 130.

[0036] The various embodiments of this application have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, nor are they limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The terminology used herein is chosen to best explain the principles, practical application, or improvement of the technology in the market, or to enable others skilled in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A triangular reinforced A-pillar, characterized in that, The device includes an integrally molded reinforcing body, which is an inclined plate-like structure and is arranged in a triangular layout, suitable for connection with the vehicle roof and the vehicle rearview mirror; wherein, the reinforcing body includes a first reinforcing member, a second reinforcing member and a third reinforcing member; The first reinforcing member is a long strip-shaped plate structure that extends vertically, and one side of the first reinforcing member is recessed inward, which is suitable for connection with the lower structure of the vehicle body; The third reinforcing member is an inclined, elongated, plate-like structure, with the end closest to the second reinforcing member being higher; One end of the second reinforcing member is smoothly connected to the upper end of the first reinforcing member, and the other end is connected to the third reinforcing member.

2. A triangulated reinforcement A-pillar according to claim 1, characterised in that, The angle between the third reinforcing member and the horizontal direction is 30 to 45 degrees.

3. The triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 1, characterized in that, The third reinforcing member is provided with multiple mounting holes, which are spaced apart along the length of the third reinforcing member, and are suitable for connection with the vehicle body clips.

4. A triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes an annular reinforcing rib, which is located on the third reinforcing member and is arranged around the mounting hole, and the annular reinforcing rib protrudes relative to the surface of the third reinforcing member.

5. A triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body of the reinforcing member is provided with honeycomb-shaped reinforcing ribs, and the honeycomb-shaped reinforcing ribs are evenly distributed.

6. A triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the third reinforcing member is provided with a positioning boss, and there are multiple positioning bosses, which are suitable for positioning in conjunction with the mounting position on the lower part of the vehicle body.

7. A triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 6, characterized in that, The axis of the positioning boss is perpendicular to the lower end face of the third reinforcing member.

8. A triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body of the reinforcing component is made entirely of high-strength alloy steel.

9. A triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thickness of the first reinforcing member changes linearly, that is, the thickness of the first reinforcing member gradually increases along its length.

10. A triangular reinforced A-pillar according to claim 1, characterized in that, The concave surface of the first reinforcing member is an arc-shaped structure, and the convex surface of the first reinforcing member is a smooth curved surface. The edges of the concave surface and the convex surface are connected by rounded corners.

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