A window switch and vehicle

Abstract

The application provides a vehicle window switch and a vehicle. The vehicle window switch comprises a housing assembly, an operating mechanism and a control part. The operating mechanism is connected with the housing assembly. The operating mechanism is provided with a manual operating area on the top side of the housing assembly. The manual operating area comprises a first operating area and a second operating area which differ in operating mode. The control part is arranged in the housing assembly. The control part is provided with a first trigger part and a second trigger part. The first trigger part is used to turn on the control of the sunshade curtain when triggered. The second trigger part is used to control the lifting of the vehicle window glass or the sunshade curtain according to the triggering state of the first trigger part. When external force acts on the first operating area, the operating mechanism triggers the first trigger part. When external force acts on the second operating area, the operating mechanism triggers the second trigger part. According to the application, the space can be saved while meeting the diversified needs of users.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle manufacturing technology, and in particular to a window switch and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, with increasing user demand for vehicle quality, sunshades are installed on vehicle windows to provide a more comfortable in-car environment. However, in some related technologies, the raising and lowering of the windows and sunshades are controlled independently by different switches, resulting in high operational complexity, inconvenience for quick user operation, and multiple switches occupy a lot of space, hindering interior layout, and failing to meet diverse user needs. In other related technologies, the sunshade and windows share a switch, but the sunshade can only be raised or lowered when the window is fully raised or lowered, which also fails to meet diverse user needs. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a window switch and a vehicle that can save space while meeting the diverse needs of users.

[0004] The technical solution of this application is implemented as follows:

[0005] A first aspect of this application provides a vehicle window switch, the vehicle window switch comprising:

[0006] Housing assembly;

[0007] An operating mechanism is connected to the housing assembly. The operating mechanism has a manual operation area located on the top side of the housing assembly. The manual operation area includes a first operation area and a second operation area with different operation modes.

[0008] A control unit is disposed within the housing assembly. The control unit is provided with a first trigger unit and a second trigger unit. The first trigger unit is used to conduct control of the sunshade when triggered. The second trigger unit is used to control the raising and lowering of the vehicle window glass or the sunshade according to the triggering state of the first trigger unit.

[0009] When an external force is applied to the first operating area, the operating mechanism triggers the first triggering part; when an external force is applied to the second operating area, the operating mechanism triggers the second triggering part.

[0010] In some implementations, the first operating area is a pressing area, and when an external force is applied to the first operating area, the operating mechanism slides relative to the housing assembly;

[0011] The second operating area is a toggle area. When an external force is applied to the second operating area, the operating mechanism rotates relative to the housing assembly.

[0012] In some implementations, the position of the first operating area is higher than the position of the second operating area along the top-bottom direction;

[0013] And / or, the second operating area includes a first toggle area and a second toggle area, the first toggle area and the second toggle area are disposed on opposite sides of the first operating area along a first direction, when an external force is applied to the first toggle area to trigger the second trigger part of the operating mechanism, the window glass or sunshade rises; when an external force is applied to the second toggle area to trigger the second trigger part of the operating mechanism, the window glass or sunshade falls, wherein the first direction intersects with the top and bottom direction.

[0014] In some embodiments, the control unit includes a trigger and a circuit board. The circuit board is disposed on the bottom side of the trigger. The trigger has a first elastic contact, a second elastic contact, and a third elastic contact spaced apart along a first direction. The circuit board has a first conductive point corresponding to the first elastic contact, a second conductive point corresponding to the second elastic contact, and a third conductive point corresponding to the third elastic contact. The first direction intersects with the top-bottom direction.

[0015] The first elastic contact and the first conductive point form the first triggering part. When the first triggering part is triggered, the first elastic contact and the first conductive point are in contact. The second elastic contact and the second conductive point, and the third elastic contact and the third conductive point form the second triggering part. When the second triggering part is triggered, the second elastic contact and the second conductive point are in contact to raise the vehicle window glass or sunshade, or the third elastic contact and the third conductive point are in contact to lower the vehicle window glass or sunshade.

[0016] In some embodiments, the window switch includes a toggle drive assembly and a press drive assembly, which are disposed within the housing assembly and located on the top side of the trigger. One end of the press drive assembly abuts against the first elastic contact, and the other end of the press drive assembly is drive-connected to the operating mechanism. One end of the toggle drive assembly abuts against the second elastic contact and the third elastic contact, respectively, and the other end of the toggle drive assembly is drive-connected to the operating mechanism.

[0017] When an external force is applied to the first operating area, the operating mechanism drives the pressing transmission assembly to slide relative to the housing assembly, so that the pressing transmission assembly presses the first elastic contact point to contact the first conductive point. When an external force is applied to the second operating area, the operating mechanism rotates relative to the housing assembly and drives the toggle transmission assembly to slide downward relative to the housing assembly to press the second elastic contact point to contact the second conductive point, or to press the third elastic contact point to contact the third conductive point.

[0018] In some embodiments, the pressing transmission assembly includes a pressing slider, one end of which abuts against the first elastic contact, and the other end of which abuts against the operating mechanism. The housing assembly has a first groove extending along the top-bottom direction, and the pressing slider is slidably connected to the first groove.

[0019] In some embodiments, the actuation transmission assembly includes an upper slider and a lower slider, which are spaced apart along a first direction. One end of the upper slider and one end of the lower slider abut against the operating mechanism, and the other ends of the upper slider and the lower slider abut against the second elastic contact and the third elastic contact, respectively, directly or indirectly. A second groove and a third groove are formed within the housing assembly, which are spaced apart along the first direction and extend along the top and bottom directions. The upper slider is slidably connected to the second groove, and the lower slider is slidably connected to the third groove.

[0020] In some embodiments, the toggle drive assembly further includes an upper toggle block abutting between the upper toggle slider and the second elastic contact; and / or, the toggle drive assembly further includes a lower toggle block abutting between the lower toggle slider and the third elastic contact.

[0021] In some embodiments, the operating mechanism includes an operating element and an inner support. One end of the operating element protrudes from the top surface of the housing assembly and forms the manual operation area. The other end of the operating element is slidably inserted through the inner support and extends into the housing assembly. One end of the inner support is connected to the operating element, and the other end of the inner support extends into the housing assembly. The operating element and the inner support are anti-rotationally engaged. The operating element triggers the first triggering part by sliding relative to the inner support, and the operating element triggers the second triggering part by rotating the inner support.

[0022] In some embodiments, the operating element includes an operating head and an operating lever connected to each other, at least a portion of the outer periphery of the operating head forming the manual operation area, the bottom side of the operating head being open to form an opening, the top end of an inner support passing through and connected to the opening, the inner support forming a through groove, one end of the operating lever being located within the opening, and the other end of the operating lever being slidably disposed in the through groove.

[0023] In some embodiments, the housing assembly includes a panel and a housing, the panel being disposed on the top side of the housing and forming a rotation space between them, the panel being provided with a mounting opening extending through the panel in a top-to-bottom direction, and the operating mechanism passing through the mounting opening and extending into the rotation space.

[0024] In some embodiments, the housing includes an outer shell and a base, the base being connected to the bottom side of the outer shell, and the control unit being snapped between the outer shell and the base.

[0025] A second aspect of this application provides a vehicle including a window glass, a sunshade, a door module controller, and a window switch as described in any embodiment of this application. The sunshade is disposed on the window glass. The door module controller is electrically connected to both the window glass and the sunshade. The door module controller is also electrically connected to the window switch. The window switch is capable of transmitting the triggering states of the first trigger and the second trigger to the door module controller, so that the door module controller controls the raising and lowering of the window glass or the sunshade.

[0026] The window switch provided in this application integrates both sunshade raising and lowering functions and window raising and lowering functions, reducing the time users spend switching and searching for switches during operation, offering high ease of operation. It also reduces the number of switches, saving interior space. Furthermore, the window switch can meet diverse user needs through multi-functional operation. When the sunshade needs to be operated, external force can be applied to the first and second operating areas to trigger the first and second triggers, raising or lowering the sunshade. When the window needs to be operated, external force can be applied to the second operating area, triggering only the second trigger, raising or lowering the window. These different operation methods are clear and intuitive, allowing users to easily distinguish between controlling the window and the sunshade. Users can activate the sunshade with the window half-open or fully open to allow ventilation while blocking light, eliminating the need to fully close or open the window as in related technologies, thus improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the window switch provided in the embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the window switch provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the window switch provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the control logic for the car window switch provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] 100 - Window switch; 10 - Housing assembly; 10a - First slide rail; 10b - Second slide rail; 10c - Third slide rail; 10d - Rotation space; 11 - Panel; 11a - Mounting port; 12 - Housing; 13 - Base; 20 - Operating mechanism; 20a - Manual operation area; 20b - First operation area; 20c - Second operation area; 20d - First toggle area; 20e - Second toggle area; 21 - Operating element; 21 1-Operating head; 212-Operating lever; 22-Inner support; 22a-Through slot; 30-Control unit; 31-Trigger element; 31a-First elastic contact; 31b-Second elastic contact; 31c-Third elastic contact; 32-Circuit board; 32a-First conductive point; 32b-Second conductive point; 32c-Third conductive point; 40-Press slider; 50-Upward slider; 51-Upward pressing block; 52-Downward slider; 53-Downward pressing block. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments should not be regarded as limitations on this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0034] The first aspect of this application provides a car window switch 100.

[0035] Please see Figures 1 to 3 The window switch 100 includes a housing assembly 10, an operating mechanism 20, and a control unit 30.

[0036] The operating mechanism 20 is connected to the housing assembly 10. The operating mechanism 20 has a manual operation area 20a located on the top side of the housing assembly 10. The manual operation area 20a includes a second operation area 20c and a first operation area 20b with different operation modes.

[0037] The control unit 30 is disposed inside the housing assembly 10. The control unit 30 is provided with a first triggering part and a second triggering part. The first triggering part is used to conduct control of the sunshade when triggered, and the second triggering part is used to control the raising and lowering of the window glass or the sunshade according to the triggering state of the first triggering part.

[0038] When an external force is applied to the first operating area 20b, the operating mechanism 20 triggers the first triggering part; when an external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the operating mechanism 20 triggers the second triggering part.

[0039] The housing assembly 10 provides mounting space for structures such as the control unit 30 and effectively integrates the operating mechanism 20 and the control unit 30 together.

[0040] It is understood that the manual operation area 20a is the part where the user directly performs physical operations and is used to directly bear the external force applied by the user. The manual operation area 20a is exposed on the outer surface of the window switch 100 to facilitate user operation. The manual operation area 20a may protrude entirely from the top side of the housing assembly 10 or may protrude partially from the top side of the housing assembly 10; there is no limitation on this.

[0041] The second operation area 20c and the first operation area 20b correspond to different operation modes. For example, the first operation area 20b can be pressed, and the second operation area 20c can be tossed.

[0042] For example, the first operating area 20b can be an area where the operation of the operating mechanism 20 needs to be achieved by pressing. For example, the pressing operation of the operating mechanism 20 is achieved by applying vertically downward or near-vertical pressure to the first operating area 20b, thereby enabling the operating mechanism 20 to slide relative to the housing assembly 10.

[0043] For example, the second operating area 20c refers to the area where the operating mechanism 20 needs to be operated by turning. For example, an upward or downward thrust is applied to the second operating area 20c to make the operating mechanism 20 rotate relative to the housing assembly 10.

[0044] Thus, by setting up the first operation area 20b and the second operation area 20c, functions can be distinguished through different physical operations, reducing erroneous operations caused by accidental touches. Of course, it also makes it easier for users to quickly understand the functions corresponding to the first operation area 20b and the second operation area 20c, facilitating correct operation.

[0045] The control unit 30 is used to receive the operation signal from the operating mechanism 20, and the first trigger unit and the second trigger unit are used to control the movement of the window glass or sunshade according to the operation signal from the operating mechanism 20.

[0046] It should be noted that the first trigger unit controls the sunshade when triggered, and controls the window glass when not triggered. In other words, the first trigger unit acts as a selector, determining whether the next operation is for the sunshade or the window glass. The second trigger unit is used to execute specific lifting commands, that is, to lift or lower the sunshade or the window glass according to the triggering state of the first trigger unit.

[0047] When an external force is applied to the first operating area 20b, the first trigger is activated, controlling the sunshade. Then, when the external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the second trigger is activated, and the window switch 100 controls the raising and lowering of the sunshade. Conversely, when the external force is applied only to the second operating area 20c, the second trigger is activated, but the first trigger is not activated, controlling the window switch 100. In this case, the window switch 100 controls the raising and lowering of the window.

[0048] It should be noted that the triggering of the first trigger unit can be a transient action, that is, the first trigger unit is triggered as long as an operation is applied to the first operation area 20b once, thus conducting control of the sunshade. After the triggering is completed, the operation mechanism 20 and the first trigger unit return to the position before being subjected to external force. At this time, the door module controller of the vehicle can be set to set the conduction time of the first trigger unit. That is, within a time period after the first trigger unit is triggered, such as 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 20 seconds, 30 seconds, 45 seconds, 1 minute, etc., as long as the second trigger unit is triggered, the sunshade can be raised or lowered. After the time period has passed, if the second trigger unit is triggered again, the window glass can be raised or lowered.

[0049] The triggering of the second triggering unit can be a transient action or a continuous action. For example, the triggering of the second triggering unit is a continuous action. If the user's external force continues to act on the second operating area 20c, the car window glass or sunshade can be moved continuously until it reaches the limit position or the user releases it again.

[0050] It should be noted that the operating mechanism 20 can directly trigger the first triggering part or the second triggering part, that is, directly contact the first triggering part or the second triggering part, or it can indirectly trigger the first triggering part or the second triggering part, that is, contact the first triggering part or the second triggering part through an intermediate structure. No restrictions are imposed here.

[0051] The window switch 100 provided in this application embodiment integrates both sunshade raising and lowering functions and window raising and lowering functions, reducing the time users spend switching and searching for switches during operation, resulting in high ease of operation. It also reduces the number of switches, saving interior space. Furthermore, the window switch 100 can meet diverse user needs through multi-functional operation modes. When the sunshade needs to be operated, external force can be applied to the first operating area 20b and the second operating area 20c to trigger the first and second triggering parts, thereby raising or lowering the sunshade. When the window needs to be operated, external force can be applied to the second operating area 20c, triggering only the second triggering part, thereby raising or lowering the window. The different operation modes are clear and intuitive, making it easy for users to distinguish between controlling the window and the sunshade. Users can activate the sunshade when the window is half-open or fully open, allowing for ventilation while blocking light, eliminating the need to fully close or open the window as in related technologies, thus improving the user experience.

[0052] In some embodiments, the first operating area 20b is a pressing area, and when an external force is applied to the first operating area 20b, the operating mechanism 20 slides relative to the housing assembly 10.

[0053] The second operating area 20c is a toggle area. When an external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the operating mechanism 20 rotates relative to the housing assembly 10.

[0054] In this way, functions can be distinguished through different physical operations, reducing erroneous operations caused by accidental touches.

[0055] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 Along the top-bottom direction, the position of the first operating area 20b is higher than the position of the second operating area 20c.

[0056] In this embodiment, the first operating area 20b is located on the top side of the second operating area 20c. This allows users to more intuitively identify the different operating areas, quickly locate the required operating position, and minimize finger movement, facilitating rapid adjustments during driving. Furthermore, the height difference between the first operating area 20b and the second operating area 20c reduces the risk of misoperation. In this embodiment, the first operating area 20b and the second operating area 20c can have a smooth transition to reduce the recessed portion of the manual operating area 20a and increase aesthetic reliability.

[0057] Of course, in other embodiments, the position of the first operating area 20b may also be recessed downward relative to the second operating area 20c, which is not a limitation.

[0058] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The second operating area 20c includes a first toggle area 20d and a second toggle area 20e. The first toggle area 20d and the second toggle area 20e are located on opposite sides of the first operating area 20b along a first direction. When an external force is applied to the first toggle area 20d to trigger the second trigger part of the operating mechanism 20, the window glass or sunshade rises. When an external force is applied to the second toggle area 20e to trigger the second trigger part of the operating mechanism 20, the window glass or sunshade falls. The first direction intersects with the top and bottom direction.

[0059] For example, when the position of the first operating area 20b is higher than the position of the second operating area 20c, the first toggle area 20d can extend downward at its connection with the first operating area 20b in a direction towards a first side of the first direction, and the second toggle area 20e can extend downward at its connection with the first operating area 20b in a direction towards a second side of the first direction. Thus, the first toggle area 20d and the second toggle area 20e are located on opposite sides of the first operating area 20b along the first direction, facilitating accurate differentiation between the rising and falling functions. When the rising function is required, an external force is applied to the first toggle area 20d; when the falling function is required, an external force is applied to the second toggle area 20e.

[0060] It is understandable that the second triggering unit can be respectively set with a triggering area for rising and a triggering area for falling.

[0061] For example, in some embodiments, the first toggle area 20d, the second toggle area 20e, and the first operation area 20b are all provided with indicator marks to provide operation instructions to the user.

[0062] In this embodiment, the setting of the first toggle area 20d and the second toggle area 20e can provide users with an intuitive operating experience, reduce the lack of operation or confusion that may be caused by a single toggle direction, and increase the convenience of operation and user experience.

[0063] The first direction can be any direction intersecting the top and bottom directions. For example, the first direction is perpendicular to the top and bottom directions. The first direction can be a front-back direction or a left-right direction. For example, in some embodiments, the first direction is a left-right direction.

[0064] The specific structure of the control unit 30 is not limited.

[0065] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3The control unit 30 includes a trigger 31 and a circuit board 32. The circuit board 32 is disposed on the bottom side of the trigger 31. The trigger 31 is provided with a first elastic contact 31a, a second elastic contact 31b and a third elastic contact 31c that are spaced apart along a first direction. The circuit board 32 is provided with a first conduction point 32a corresponding to the first elastic contact 31a, a second conduction point 32b corresponding to the second elastic contact 31b and a third conduction point 32c corresponding to the third elastic contact 31c. The first direction intersects with the top and bottom directions.

[0066] The first elastic contact 31a and the first conductive point 32a form a first triggering part. When the first triggering part is triggered, the first elastic contact 31a and the first conductive point 32a come into contact. The second elastic contact 31b and the second conductive point 32b, and the third elastic contact 31c and the third conductive point 32c form a second triggering part. When the second triggering part is triggered, the second elastic contact 31b and the second conductive point 32b come into contact to raise the window glass or the sunshade, or the third elastic contact 31c and the third conductive point 32c come into contact to lower the window glass or the sunshade.

[0067] It is understandable that when the first trigger is not triggered, the first elastic contact 31a and the first conductive point 32a are spaced apart, meaning that the electrical connection between the first elastic contact 31a and the circuit board 32 is not established. When the second trigger is not triggered, the second elastic contact 31b and the second conductive point 32b are spaced apart, and the third elastic contact 31c and the third conductive point 32c are spaced apart. Here, the second elastic contact 31b and the second conductive point 32b can correspond to the aforementioned first toggle region 20d, and the third elastic contact 31c and the third conductive point 32c can correspond to the aforementioned second toggle region 20e.

[0068] When an external force is applied to the first operating area 20b, the first elastic contact 31a can be displaced as the operating mechanism 20 slides, thereby contacting the first conductive point 32a to conduct control of the sunshade; when an external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the second elastic contact 31b or the third elastic contact 31c can be displaced as the operating mechanism 20 rotates, thereby contacting the second conductive point 32b or the third conductive point 32c to realize the raising or lowering function.

[0069] Understandably, after the external force in the first operating area 20b is removed, the first elastic contact 31a rebounds and returns to the interval state with the first conductive point 32a; after the external force in the second operating area 20c is removed, the second elastic contact 31b or the third elastic contact 31c rebounds and returns to the interval state with the second conductive point 32b or the third conductive point 32c. In this way, there is no need to set up an additional reset structure, which increases the reliability of operation.

[0070] The trigger element 31 can be an integral conductive element, or only the first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b, and the third elastic contact 31c can be conductive; there is no limitation on this. The trigger element 31 can be a one-piece structure or a separate structure; there is no limitation on this either.

[0071] The first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b, and the third elastic contact 31c are spaced apart, which can reduce the risk of accidental contact and increase the reliability of the layout.

[0072] In this embodiment, the first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b, and the third elastic contact 31c, in conjunction with the first conducting point 32a, the second conducting point 32b, and the third conducting point 32c, respectively, correspond to control the operation of the sunshade or the window glass, and perform the functions of raising and lowering. The functional areas are clearly defined and reasonable, and the operation is highly convenient. Furthermore, no additional reset structure is required; after the external force is removed, the window switch 100 can be reset under the elastic action of the first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b, and the third elastic contact 31c, making the structure of the window switch 100 simpler.

[0073] The specific structure of the trigger 31 is not limited. For example, the trigger 31 may include a plurality of conductive springs, and the ends of the conductive springs facing the circuit board 32 are respectively formed with a first elastic contact 31a, a second elastic contact 31b and a third elastic contact 31c.

[0074] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The trigger element 31 is a conductive rubber plate.

[0075] In this embodiment, the trigger 31 is a conductive rubber plate, which can fully utilize the resilience of the conductive rubber plate. This ensures that after the external force is removed, the operating mechanism 20 and the first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b, and the third elastic contact 31c can have sufficient resilience to return to their original positions. The conductive rubber plate integrates the first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b, and the third elastic contact 31c together, increasing structural reliability. Of course, the conductive rubber plate also provides a good tactile feel.

[0076] For example, the first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b, and the third elastic contact 31c may protrude from the top surface of the conductive rubber plate or be wrapped by the conductive rubber plate, without limitation.

[0077] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The second elastic contact 31b and the third elastic contact 31c are located on opposite sides of the first elastic contact 31a along the first direction.

[0078] In this embodiment, the first elastic contact 31a can be roughly located in the central region, and the second elastic contact 31b and the third elastic contact 31c are located on both sides of the first elastic contact 31a along the first direction. Thus, the first operating area 20b can also be roughly located in the central region, and the second operating area 20c is located at the edge to increase the ease of operation.

[0079] The number of the first resilient contact 31a, the second resilient contact 31b, and the third resilient contact 31c is not limited; there can be one or more. For example, please refer to [link to example]. Figure 2 The number of first elastic contacts 31a is one, and the number of second elastic contacts 31b and third elastic contacts 31c are two each.

[0080] In some embodiments, the window switch 100 includes a toggle drive assembly and a press drive assembly, which are disposed within the housing assembly 10 and located on the top side of the trigger member 31. One end of the press drive assembly abuts against the first elastic contact 31a, and the other end of the press drive assembly is drive-connected to the operating mechanism 20. One end of the toggle drive assembly abuts against the second elastic contact 31b and the third elastic contact 31c, respectively, and the other end of the toggle drive assembly is drive-connected to the operating mechanism 20.

[0081] When an external force is applied to the first operating area 20b, the operating mechanism 20 drives the pressing transmission assembly to slide relative to the housing assembly 10, so that the pressing transmission assembly presses the first elastic contact 31a to contact the first conductive point 32a. When an external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the operating mechanism 20 rotates relative to the housing assembly 10 and drives the toggle transmission assembly to slide downward relative to the housing assembly 10 to press the second elastic contact 31b to contact the second conductive point 32b, or press the third elastic contact 31c to contact the third conductive point 32c.

[0082] For example, when an external force is applied to the first operating area 20b, the operating mechanism 20 slides downward and drives the pressing transmission assembly to move downward. The first elastic contact 31a is displaced downward with the pressing transmission assembly to contact the first conductive point 32a. When an external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the operating mechanism 20 rotates relative to the housing assembly 10. The toggle transmission assembly converts the rotational motion of the operating mechanism 20 into a downward linear motion. The second elastic contact 31b or the third elastic contact 31c is displaced downward with the toggle transmission assembly to contact the second conductive point 32b or the third conductive point 32c. In this way, the first trigger and the second trigger are triggered.

[0083] It should be noted that the transmission connection between the pressing drive assembly and the operating mechanism 20 means that there is no free travel between the operating mechanism 20 and the pressing drive assembly, and the operating mechanism 20 and the pressing drive assembly are always connected or in contact; the transmission connection between the toggle drive assembly and the operating mechanism 20 means that there is no free travel between the operating mechanism 20 and the toggle drive assembly, and the operating mechanism 20 and the toggle drive assembly are always connected or in contact.

[0084] In this embodiment, by setting up the pressing transmission component and the toggle transmission component, on the one hand, the pressing transmission component and the toggle transmission component can adjust the operating force and stroke as needed, which can reduce the volume of the operating mechanism 20 and increase the movement flexibility of the operating mechanism 20. On the other hand, the setting of the pressing transmission component and the toggle transmission component can make the first elastic contact 31a, the second elastic contact 31b and the third elastic contact 31c move along the top and bottom direction, which increases the reliability and stability of electrical contact, so as to facilitate reliable lifting and lowering control of the sunshade or the window glass.

[0085] The specific structure of the press-driven transmission component is not limited.

[0086] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The pressing transmission assembly includes a pressing slider 40, one end of which abuts against a first elastic contact 31a, and the other end of which abuts against an operating mechanism 20. The housing assembly 10 has a first sliding groove 10a that extends along the top and bottom direction, and the pressing slider 40 is slidably connected to the first sliding groove 10a.

[0087] Understandably, the pressing slider 40 can be fitted with the first slide groove 10a with a clearance to reduce the friction between the pressing slider 40 and the first slide groove 10a, so that the pressing slider 40 moves more smoothly with the operating mechanism 20. Of course, it can also simplify the maintenance process when repair or replacement is required.

[0088] In this embodiment, the movement is simple through the cooperation of the pressing slider 40 with the first elastic contact 31a and the operating mechanism 20. At the same time, the operating mechanism 20 and the pressing slider 40 can simply abut against each other, reducing connection operations. In addition, the pressing slider 40 has a simple structure, is easy to assemble, and can also reduce the structural requirements of the housing assembly 10.

[0089] The contact between the pressing slider 40 and the operating mechanism 20 can be surface-to-surface to increase docking stability.

[0090] The specific structure of the actuation transmission component is not limited.

[0091] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3The toggle transmission assembly includes an upper slider 50 and a lower slider 52, which are spaced apart along a first direction. One end of the upper slider 50 and one end of the lower slider 52 abut against the operating mechanism 20, and the other end of the upper slider 50 and the other end of the lower slider 52 abut against the second elastic contact 31b and the third elastic contact 31c, respectively, directly or indirectly. A second slide groove 10b and a third slide groove 10c are formed in the housing assembly 10, which are spaced apart along the first direction. The second slide groove 10b and the third slide groove 10c extend along the top and bottom direction. The upper slider 50 is slidably connected to the second slide groove 10b, and the lower slider 52 is slidably connected to the third slide groove 10c.

[0092] For example, the up slider 50 and the down slider 52 are located on opposite sides of the pressing slider 40 along the first direction.

[0093] In this embodiment, the movement is simple through the cooperation of the upper slider 50 with the second elastic contact 31b and the operating mechanism 20, and the cooperation of the lower slider 52 with the third elastic contact 31c and the operating mechanism 20. The rising and falling can be triggered separately without interference, resulting in high reliability. At the same time, the operating mechanism 20 can also simply abut against the upper slider 50 and the lower slider 52, reducing connection operations. In addition, the upper slider 50 and the lower slider 52 have simple structures, are easy to assemble, and can also reduce the structural requirements of the housing assembly 10.

[0094] It is understandable that the upper slider 50 can directly abut against the second elastic contact 31b, that is, there is no need to set up an intermediate structure. Of course, the upper slider 50 can also indirectly abut against the second elastic contact 31b in order to adjust the movement stroke of the operating mechanism 20 and the upper slider 50.

[0095] For example, in some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The toggle transmission assembly also includes an upper toggle block 51, which abuts against the upper toggle slider 50 and the second elastic contact 31b.

[0096] In this embodiment, the upper slider 50 contacts the second elastic contact 31b through the upper pressing block 51, which facilitates the docking of the upper slider 50 and the second elastic contact 31b in a limited space, reducing assembly limitations caused by the structure, compensating for assembly tolerances, and increasing the reliability of movement by adjusting the movement stroke of the operating mechanism 20 and the upper slider 50 through the upper pressing block 51.

[0097] It is understandable that the down-push slider 52 can directly abut against the third elastic contact 31c, that is, there is no need to set up an intermediate structure. Of course, the down-push slider 52 can also indirectly abut against the third elastic contact 31c in order to adjust the movement stroke of the operating mechanism 20 and the down-push slider 52.

[0098] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The toggle transmission assembly also includes a lowering pressure block 53, which abuts against the lowering slider 52 and the third elastic contact 31c.

[0099] In this embodiment, the lower slider 52 contacts the third elastic contact 31c through the lower pressure block 53, which facilitates the docking of the lower slider 52 and the third elastic contact 31c in a limited space, reduces assembly restrictions caused by the structure, compensates for assembly tolerances, and increases the reliability of movement by adjusting the movement stroke of the operating mechanism 20 and the lower slider 52 through the lower pressure block 53.

[0100] The specific structure of the operating mechanism 20 is not limited.

[0101] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The operating mechanism 20 includes an operating element 21 and an inner support 22. One end of the operating element 21 protrudes from the top surface of the housing assembly 10 and forms a manual operation area 20a. The other end of the operating element 21 is slidably inserted through the inner support 22 and extends into the housing assembly 10. One end of the inner support 22 is connected to the operating element 21, and the other end of the inner support 22 extends into the housing assembly 10. The operating element 21 and the inner support 22 are anti-rotationally engaged. The operating element 21 triggers the first trigger by sliding relative to the inner support 22, and the operating element 21 triggers the second trigger by driving the inner support 22 to rotate.

[0102] It is understandable that the operating element 21 and the inner support 22 are anti-rotationally engaged, meaning there is no relative rotation between the operating element 21 and the inner support 22. When an external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the operating element 21 can drive the inner support 22 to rotate synchronously. At this time, there is no relative movement between the two. When an external force is applied to the first operating area 20b, the operating element 21 and the inner support 22 do not rotate. The operating element 21 slides relative to the inner support 22 to push the pressing slider 40 to press the first elastic contact 31a to contact the first conductive point 32a.

[0103] For example, the operating element 21 can engage with the inner bracket 22 via a snap-fit ​​mechanism to drive the inner bracket 22 to rotate without affecting the sliding of the operating element 21 relative to the inner bracket 22.

[0104] In this embodiment, through the cooperation of the operating element 21 and the inner bracket 22, the second triggering part can be triggered by the rotation of the inner bracket 22, and the first triggering part can be triggered by the sliding of the operating element 21 relative to the inner bracket 22. The inner bracket 22 can provide fixation and support for the operating element 21, reduce the loosening of the operating element 21 due to long-term use, and the structure of the operating element 21 can be relatively simple, making it easy for users to operate manually.

[0105] For example, the inner support 22 can contact the surfaces of the upper slider 50 and the lower slider 52, respectively.

[0106] For example, the inner support 22 and the housing assembly 10 can be a clearance fit between the shaft and the housing assembly 10 so that the inner support 22 can rotate relative to the housing assembly 10.

[0107] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The operating element 21 includes an operating head 211 and an operating lever 212 connected to each other. At least a portion of the outer periphery of the operating head 211 forms a manual operation area 20a. The bottom side of the operating head 211 is open to form an opening. The top end of the inner support 22 passes through and is connected to the opening. The inner support 22 forms a through groove 22a. One end of the operating lever 212 is located in the opening, and the other end of the operating lever 212 is slidably disposed in the through groove 22a.

[0108] At least a portion of the outer periphery of the operating element 21 forms a manual operation area 20a that can be directly accessed and operated by the user. The top end of the operating lever 212 is located within the opening, and the bottom end slidably passes through the through groove 22a and abuts against the pressing slider 40. The through groove 22a provides sliding space for the operating lever 212 to slide relative to the inner support 22.

[0109] For example, the through groove 22a may extend along the top-bottom direction.

[0110] In this embodiment, the cooperation between the operating head 211, the operating lever 212 and the inner bracket 22 enables the operating mechanism 20 to have a compact structure and can complete the pressing and flicking triggering operations without the need for other structures. The structure has high reliability and stability, and is also easy to maintain and assemble.

[0111] The specific structure of the housing assembly 10 is not limited.

[0112] In some embodiments, the housing assembly 10 includes a panel 11 and a housing, the panel 11 covering the top side of the housing and forming a rotation space 10d between the two, the panel 11 being provided with a mounting opening 11a that extends through the panel 11 in the top-bottom direction, and the operating mechanism 20 passing through the mounting opening 11a and extending into the rotation space 10d.

[0113] It is understood that the rotation space 10d is used to provide movement space for the operating mechanism 20 to reduce movement interference and increase movement reliability. For example, the inner support 22 passes through the mounting port 11a and enters the rotation space 10d. When an external force is applied to the second operating area 20c, the inner support 22 moves within the rotation space 10d.

[0114] In this embodiment, the cooperation between the panel 11 and the housing can limit the movement of the inner support 22 within the rotation space 10d, increasing the reliability of movement. At the same time, it limits the movement of the inner support 22 within the housing assembly 10, increasing the reliability of appearance, and the user only needs to perform simple operations.

[0115] For example, the panel 11 is detachably connected to the housing, thus facilitating maintenance and assembly.

[0116] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The housing includes an outer shell 12 and a base 13. The base 13 is connected to the bottom side of the outer shell 12, and the control unit 30 is engaged between the outer shell 12 and the base 13.

[0117] For example, the housing 12 and the base 13 can be connected together by a snap-fit ​​mechanism.

[0118] In this embodiment, the control unit 30 can be secured and fixed by the cooperation of the outer shell 12 and the base 13 without the need for additional fixing methods. The position of the control unit 30 is relatively fixed, which makes it easy for the operating mechanism 20 to trigger it.

[0119] The second aspect of this application provides a vehicle including a window glass, a sunshade, a door module controller, and a window switch 100 according to any embodiment of this application. The window glass is provided with a sunshade. The door module controller is electrically connected to the window glass and the sunshade respectively. The door module controller is electrically connected to the window switch 100. The window switch 100 can transmit the triggering state of the first trigger and the second trigger to the door module controller so that the door module controller controls the raising and lowering of the window glass or the sunshade.

[0120] Understandably, when a user operates the window switch 100, the window switch 100 can transmit the triggering states of the first and second triggering units to the door module controller. The window switch 100 is the part that directly interacts with the user; the user sends a signal through manual operation to indicate that they wish to control the raising or lowering of the sunshade or window glass. When the first and / or second triggering units are triggered, an electrical signal is generated. The door module controller receives the electrical signal from the window switch 100 and controls the action based on these signals, thereby achieving the raising or lowering control of the sunshade or window glass.

[0121] For example, please refer to Figure 4 The control logic of the door module controller is explained by taking the example of an external force acting on the first operating area 20b to output a first signal, an external force acting on the first toggle area 20d to output a second signal, and an external force acting on the second toggle area 20e to output a third signal.

[0122] If the door module controller only receives the first signal, neither the window glass nor the sunshade will operate.

[0123] If the door module controller receives the first and second signals, the sunshade will rise.

[0124] If the door module controller receives the first and third signals, the sunshade curtain will descend.

[0125] If the door module controller receives only the second signal, the car window will rise.

[0126] If the door module controller receives only the third signal, the car window will lower.

[0127] It should be noted that after the vehicle of this application adopts the window switch 100 of any embodiment of this application, the vehicle of this application has all the advantages of the window switch 100 of that embodiment, which will not be elaborated here.

[0128] It should be noted that the vehicle in this application embodiment can be of various types, such as sedan, commercial vehicle, off-road vehicle or sports utility vehicle, etc.

[0129] In the description of this new application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "vertical", "top", "bottom", etc., 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 new application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this new application.

[0130] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" 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," "second," or "third" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this new application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0131] In this new application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between components; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this new application based on the specific circumstances.

[0132] In this new application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0133] In this new application, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this new application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0134] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and scope of this application are included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A car window switch, characterized in that, The window switch includes: Housing assembly; An operating mechanism is connected to the housing assembly. The operating mechanism has a manual operation area located on the top side of the housing assembly. The manual operation area includes a first operation area and a second operation area with different operation modes. A control unit is disposed within the housing assembly. The control unit is provided with a first trigger unit and a second trigger unit. The first trigger unit is used to conduct control of the sunshade when triggered. The second trigger unit is used to control the raising and lowering of the vehicle window glass or the sunshade according to the triggering state of the first trigger unit. When an external force is applied to the first operating area, the operating mechanism triggers the first triggering part; when an external force is applied to the second operating area, the operating mechanism triggers the second triggering part.

2. The window switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first operating area is a pressing area, and when an external force is applied to the first operating area, the operating mechanism slides relative to the housing assembly; The second operating area is a toggle area. When an external force is applied to the second operating area, the operating mechanism rotates relative to the housing assembly.

3. The window switch according to claim 2, characterized in that, Along the top-bottom direction, the position of the first operating area is higher than the position of the second operating area; And / or, the second operating area includes a first toggle area and a second toggle area, the first toggle area and the second toggle area are disposed on opposite sides of the first operating area along a first direction, when an external force is applied to the first toggle area to trigger the second trigger part of the operating mechanism, the window glass or sunshade rises; when an external force is applied to the second toggle area to trigger the second trigger part of the operating mechanism, the window glass or sunshade falls, wherein the first direction intersects with the top and bottom direction.

4. The window switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control unit includes a trigger and a circuit board. The circuit board is disposed on the bottom side of the trigger. The trigger is provided with a first elastic contact, a second elastic contact and a third elastic contact spaced apart along a first direction. The circuit board is provided with a first conduction point corresponding to the first elastic contact, a second conduction point corresponding to the second elastic contact and a third conduction point corresponding to the third elastic contact. The first direction intersects with the top and bottom direction. The first elastic contact and the first conductive point form the first triggering part. When the first triggering part is triggered, the first elastic contact and the first conductive point are in contact. The second elastic contact and the second conductive point, and the third elastic contact and the third conductive point form the second triggering part. When the second triggering part is triggered, the second elastic contact and the second conductive point are in contact to raise the vehicle window glass or sunshade, or the third elastic contact and the third conductive point are in contact to lower the vehicle window glass or sunshade.

5. The window switch according to claim 4, characterized in that, The window switch includes a toggle drive assembly and a press drive assembly. The toggle drive assembly and the press drive assembly are disposed inside the housing assembly and located on the top side of the trigger. One end of the press drive assembly abuts against the first elastic contact, and the other end of the press drive assembly is drivenly connected to the operating mechanism. One end of the toggle drive assembly abuts against the second elastic contact and the third elastic contact, respectively, and the other end of the toggle drive assembly is drivenly connected to the operating mechanism. When an external force is applied to the first operating area, the operating mechanism drives the pressing transmission assembly to slide relative to the housing assembly, so that the pressing transmission assembly presses the first elastic contact point to contact the first conductive point. When an external force is applied to the second operating area, the operating mechanism rotates relative to the housing assembly and drives the toggle transmission assembly to slide downward relative to the housing assembly to press the second elastic contact point to contact the second conductive point, or to press the third elastic contact point to contact the third conductive point.

6. The window switch according to claim 5, characterized in that, The pressing transmission assembly includes a pressing slider, one end of which abuts against the first elastic contact point, and the other end of which abuts against the operating mechanism. The housing assembly is provided with a first sliding groove, which extends along the top and bottom direction, and the pressing slider is slidably connected to the first sliding groove.

7. The window switch according to claim 5, characterized in that, The actuation transmission assembly includes an upper slider and a lower slider, which are spaced apart along a first direction. One end of the upper slider and one end of the lower slider abut against the operating mechanism, and the other ends of the upper slider and the lower slider directly or indirectly abut against the second elastic contact and the third elastic contact, respectively. A second slide groove and a third slide groove are formed within the housing assembly, which are spaced apart along the first direction and extend along the top and bottom directions. The upper slider is slidably connected to the second slide groove, and the lower slider is slidably connected to the third slide groove.

8. The window switch according to claim 7, characterized in that, The toggle transmission assembly further includes an upper toggle block, which abuts against the upper toggle slider and the second elastic contact. And / or, the actuation transmission assembly further includes a lower actuation block, which abuts against the lower actuation slider and the third elastic contact.

9. The window switch according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The operating mechanism includes an operating element and an inner support. One end of the operating element protrudes from the top surface of the housing assembly and forms the manual operation area. The other end of the operating element is slidably inserted through the inner support and extends into the housing assembly. One end of the inner support is connected to the operating element, and the other end of the inner support extends into the housing assembly. The operating element and the inner support are anti-rotationally engaged. The operating element triggers the first triggering part by sliding relative to the inner support, and the operating element triggers the second triggering part by rotating the inner support.

10. The window switch according to claim 9, characterized in that, The operating element includes an operating head and an operating lever connected to each other. At least a portion of the outer periphery of the operating head forms the manual operation area. The bottom side of the operating head is open to form an opening. The top end of the inner support passes through and is connected to the opening. The inner support has a through groove. One end of the operating lever is located in the opening, and the other end of the operating lever is slidably disposed in the through groove.

11. The window switch according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The housing assembly includes a panel and a housing. The panel is disposed on the top side of the housing and the two form a rotation space. The panel is provided with a mounting opening that extends through the panel along the top-bottom direction. The operating mechanism passes through the mounting opening and extends into the rotation space.

12. The window switch according to claim 11, characterized in that, The housing includes an outer shell and a base, the base being connected to the bottom side of the outer shell, and the control unit being engaged between the outer shell and the base.

13. A vehicle, characterized in that, The device includes a vehicle window glass, a sunshade, a door module controller, and a window switch as described in any one of claims 1-12. The sunshade is disposed on the vehicle window glass. The door module controller is electrically connected to the vehicle window glass and the sunshade respectively. The door module controller is electrically connected to the window switch. The window switch is capable of transmitting the triggering states of the first trigger and the second trigger to the door module controller, so that the door module controller controls the raising and lowering of the vehicle window glass or the sunshade.

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