A kind of automobile clutch release bearing yoke structure

By introducing reinforced maintenance components and positioning rod sleeve components into the automotive clutch shift fork, the problems of shift fork wear and cracking and difficult inspection have been solved, thereby improving structural stability and maintenance convenience.

CN224352290UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-12NINGBO TIANYE PRECISION CASTING

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NINGBO TIANYE PRECISION CASTING
Filing Date
2025-08-21
Publication Date
2026-06-12

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Technical Problem

Existing automotive clutch bearing shift forks are prone to wear and cracking after prolonged use, and metal damage is difficult to detect, leading to difficult maintenance and time-consuming and labor-intensive repairs.

Method used

A structure for a release bearing shift fork for an automotive clutch was designed, comprising a reinforced maintenance component and a positioning rod sleeve component. The structure's stability is enhanced by ribs and reinforcing ribs, and damage is indicated by a liquid-filled glass ring. A calibration plate improves assembly accuracy, and wear-resistant pillars enhance wear resistance.

🎯Benefits of technology

It improves the ease of maintenance and assembly precision of shift forks, reduces the impact of wear and cracking, and simplifies the inspection and maintenance process.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of automobile clutch release bearing fork structure, including fork assembly, still including reinforcing overhaul subassembly, positioning rod sleeve subassembly, the inside of fork assembly is provided with reinforcing overhaul subassembly;The upper end of fork assembly is provided with positioning rod sleeve subassembly;Fork assembly includes bearing fork, prong;The lower end of bearing fork both sides is provided with prong;The inside of bearing fork is provided with rib plate.The utility model is fixed in the both sides of rib plate, reinforcing rib by liquid injection glass ring, when cracking or deformation is generated when rib plate, reinforcing rib is damaged, liquid injection glass ring will be damaged, so that the leakage of iron oxide red pigment solution filled in the inside of liquid injection glass ring occurs from glass damage, when overhaul personnel overhaul bearing fork part, if pigment inside liquid injection glass ring is lost, then the phenomenon can be judged rib plate, reinforcing rib, bearing fork structure generates structural deformation, cracking, to quickly assist overhaul personnel to replace the structure.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive clutch release bearing shift fork technology, specifically an automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure. Background Technology

[0002] As a key component of the clutch system, the clutch bearing shift fork plays a decisive role in the normal operation of the clutch. Its working principle is that when the clutch pedal is depressed, the power booster pump outputs force to push the push rod, which acts on the ball socket at one end of the shift fork. With the bearing housing as the fulcrum, the shift fork rotates, which in turn pushes the release bearing to press against the clutch pressure plate, thereby disengaging the clutch and cutting off the power transmission between the engine and the transmission. During frequent gear shifting and starting operations, the clutch bearing shift fork is always in a high-intensity working state.

[0003] From a structural design perspective, the shift fork is subjected to complex stress over a long period of time, making it prone to wear at key locations such as the contact area between the fork foot and the release bearing, as well as the pivot point of the shift fork. As the usage time increases, the wear intensifies, and under the action of external forces, it can cause structural deformation of the bearing fork body or even cracking and breakage. When the shift fork shows wear and cracking, it is difficult to detect metal damage. Because the installation location of the shift fork is usually relatively hidden and the surrounding space is narrow, it is difficult to use conventional testing methods for comprehensive and accurate testing. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a structure for a release bearing fork in an automotive clutch, which has the advantages of convenient inspection and maintenance, high installation accuracy, and stable structure. It solves the problem that the existing automotive clutch bearing fork is prone to wear and cracking under long-term use, and its metal damage is not easy to detect, making installation and disassembly inconvenient, resulting in difficult maintenance and time-consuming and labor-intensive repairs.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A clutch release bearing shift fork structure for automobiles includes a shift fork assembly, a reinforcement and maintenance assembly, and a positioning rod sleeve assembly. The reinforcement and maintenance assembly is located on the inner side of the shift fork assembly. The positioning rod sleeve assembly is located at the upper end of the shift fork assembly. The shift fork assembly includes a bearing fork and fork feet. Fork feet are located on both sides of the lower end of the bearing fork, and the fork feet are integrally formed with the bearing fork. Ribs are located on the inner side of the bearing fork, and the ribs are integrally formed with the bearing fork. Reinforcing ribs are located at the lower end of the ribs, and the reinforcing ribs are integrally formed with the ribs, and both ends of the reinforcing ribs are integrally formed with the bearing fork. A clutch push rod sleeve is located at the upper end of the bearing fork, and the clutch push rod sleeve is integrally formed with the bearing fork. Fluid injection glass rings are located on both sides of the ribs and reinforcing ribs, and both ends of the fluid injection glass rings are fixedly connected to the ribs and reinforcing ribs, respectively.

[0007] Preferably, the upper end of the clutch push rod sleeve is provided with a mounting protrusion, and the mounting protrusion is integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve.

[0008] It is worth noting that the protruding structure of the mounting plate facilitates the installation and rotation adjustment of the clutch push rod sleeve.

[0009] Preferably, a scale calibration plate is provided in front of the clutch push rod sleeve, and the scale calibration plate is integrally formed with the mounting protrusion.

[0010] It is worth noting that the clutch push rod sleeve is fixed to the clutch push rod inserted into its hole by screws. Since the mounting cam and the angle adjustment lug are perpendicular to each other, when the clutch push rod sleeve and the clutch push rod are misaligned during assembly, the scale calibration plate can intuitively show the relative misalignment between the clutch push rod sleeve and the clutch push rod, thus improving the overall assembly accuracy of the device.

[0011] Preferably, both ends of the inner wall of the clutch push rod sleeve are provided with screw holes, and the screw holes are integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve.

[0012] It is worth noting that the screw hole is used for the screw to pass through the clutch push rod sleeve and be fixedly connected to the clutch push rod.

[0013] Preferably, the inner wall of the hole in the clutch push rod sleeve is provided with a rubber anti-slip layer.

[0014] It is worth noting that the rubber anti-slip layer improves the connection stability when assembling the clutch push rod sleeve and the clutch push rod, and reduces structural gaps.

[0015] Preferably, the liquid-filled glass ring is a hollow glass structure, and the hollow glass of the liquid-filled glass ring is filled with iron oxide red pigment solution.

[0016] It is worth noting that when the ribs and reinforcing ribs are damaged and crack or deform, the injection glass ring will break, causing the iron oxide red pigment solution inside the injection glass ring to leak from the broken glass. When maintenance personnel inspect the bearing fork, if the pigment inside the injection glass ring is lost, this phenomenon can be used to determine that the ribs, reinforcing ribs, and bearing fork structure have undergone structural deformation or cracking, thereby quickly assisting maintenance personnel in replacing the structure and greatly improving the convenience of device maintenance.

[0017] Preferably, one side of the clutch push rod sleeve is provided with an angle adjustment ear, and the angle adjustment ear is integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve, and the mounting protrusion and the angle adjustment ear are set at a perpendicular angle to each other.

[0018] It is worth noting that the assembly posture of the clutch push rod sleeve can be precisely adjusted by inserting the external adjusting rod into the angle adjusting lug and rotating it, which reduces the assembly difficulty and improves the installation accuracy.

[0019] Preferably, a wear-resistant post is provided on the inner side of the fork leg, and the wear-resistant post is fixedly connected to the bearing fork.

[0020] It is worth noting that the wear-resistant column improves the wear resistance of the fork feet and extends the service life of the device.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0022] This invention significantly enhances the stability of the inner structure of the bearing fork by incorporating ribs and reinforcing ribs, reducing the impact of external forces on the inner side of the bearing fork and preventing cracks. Furthermore, a liquid-filled glass ring is fixed to both sides of the ribs and reinforcing ribs. When the ribs or reinforcing ribs are damaged and crack or deform, the liquid-filled glass ring will break, causing the iron oxide red pigment solution inside the glass ring to leak out. When maintenance personnel inspect the bearing fork, if the pigment inside the liquid-filled glass ring leaks out, this phenomenon indicates structural deformation or cracking of the ribs, reinforcing ribs, and bearing fork structure. This allows for rapid replacement of the structure, greatly improving the ease of maintenance of the device.

[0023] By setting up the positioning rod sleeve assembly, the clutch push rod sleeve is fixed to the clutch push rod inserted into its hole by screws. Since the mounting cam and the angle adjustment lug are perpendicular to each other, when the clutch push rod sleeve and the clutch push rod are misaligned during assembly, the scale calibration plate can intuitively show the relative misalignment between the clutch push rod sleeve and the clutch push rod, improving the overall assembly accuracy of the device. The assembly posture of the clutch push rod sleeve can be precisely adjusted by inserting the external adjustment rod into the angle adjustment lug and rotating it, reducing the assembly difficulty and improving the installation accuracy. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall side view structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall bottom view of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the overall rear top view of the present invention.

[0029] Figure label:

[0030] 1. Shift fork assembly; 2. Reinforcement and maintenance assembly; 3. Positioning rod sleeve assembly; 101. Bearing fork; 102. Fork foot; 103. Wear-resistant column; 201. Rib plate; 202. Reinforcing rib; 203. Fluid injection glass ring; 301. Clutch push rod sleeve; 302. Mounting convex plate; 303. Scale calibration plate; 304. Angle adjustment lug; 305. Screw hole; 306. Rubber anti-slip layer. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0032] To address the problems of wear and cracking in existing automotive clutch bearing shift forks due to their susceptibility to metal damage detection and difficulties in installation and disassembly, resulting in challenging maintenance and time-consuming repairs, the following technical solution is proposed. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1-5 ;

[0033] A clutch release bearing shift fork structure for automobiles includes a shift fork assembly 1, a reinforcement and maintenance assembly 2, and a positioning rod sleeve assembly 3. The reinforcement and maintenance assembly 2 is provided on the inner side of the shift fork assembly 1; the positioning rod sleeve assembly 3 is provided on the upper end of the shift fork assembly 1; the shift fork assembly 1 includes a bearing fork 101 and fork legs 102; fork legs 102 are provided on both sides of the lower end of the bearing fork 101, and the fork legs 102 are integrally formed with the bearing fork 101; a rib plate 201 is provided on the inner side of the bearing fork 101, and the rib plate 201 is integral with the bearing fork 101. The rib 201 is integrally formed; a reinforcing rib 202 is provided at the lower end of the rib 201, and the reinforcing rib 202 is integrally formed with the rib 201, and both ends of the reinforcing rib 202 are integrally formed with the bearing fork 101; a clutch push rod sleeve 301 is provided at the upper end of the bearing fork 101, and the clutch push rod sleeve 301 is integrally formed with the bearing fork 101; both sides of the rib 201 and the reinforcing rib 202 are provided with liquid injection glass rings 203, and both ends of the liquid injection glass rings 203 are fixedly connected to the rib 201 and the reinforcing rib 202 respectively.

[0034] The upper end of the clutch push rod sleeve 301 is provided with a mounting protrusion 302, and the mounting protrusion 302 is integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve 301.

[0035] A scale calibration plate 303 is provided in front of the clutch push rod sleeve 301, and the scale calibration plate 303 is integrally formed with the mounting protrusion 302.

[0036] Both ends of the inner wall of the clutch push rod sleeve 301 are provided with screw holes 305, and the screw holes 305 are integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve 301.

[0037] The inner wall of the hole in the clutch push rod sleeve 301 is provided with a rubber anti-slip layer 306.

[0038] The liquid-filled glass ring 203 is a hollow glass structure, and the hollow glass of the liquid-filled glass ring 203 is filled with iron oxide red pigment solution.

[0039] An angle adjustment ear 304 is provided on one side of the clutch push rod sleeve 301, and the angle adjustment ear 304 is integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve 301. The mounting protrusion 302 and the angle adjustment ear 304 are set at a perpendicular angle to each other.

[0040] Wear-resistant posts 103 are provided on the inner side of the fork 102, and the wear-resistant posts 103 are fixedly connected to the bearing fork 101.

[0041] Working Principle: The ribs 201 and ribs 202 greatly enhance the stability of the inner structure of the bearing fork 101, reducing the impact of external forces on the inner side of the bearing fork 101 and the resulting cracks. A liquid-filled glass ring 203 is fixed to both sides of the ribs 201 and ribs 202. When the ribs 201 and ribs 202 are damaged and crack or deform, the liquid-filled glass ring 203 will break, causing the iron oxide red pigment solution inside the glass ring 203 to leak from the broken glass. When maintenance personnel inspect the bearing fork 101, if the pigment inside the liquid-filled glass ring 203 leaks out, this phenomenon can be used to determine if there is a structural defect in the ribs 201, ribs 202, and bearing fork 101. The device is designed to quickly replace deformed or cracked structures, greatly improving maintenance convenience. The positioning rod sleeve assembly 3 secures the clutch push rod sleeve 301 with screws, allowing for rapid replacement by maintenance personnel. Since the mounting cam 302 and angle adjustment ear 304 are perpendicular, the scale calibration plate 303 can visually indicate the relative offset between the clutch push rod sleeve 301 and the clutch push rod during assembly, improving overall assembly accuracy. The external adjustment rod inserted into the angle adjustment ear 304 and rotated precisely adjusts the assembly posture of the clutch push rod sleeve 301, reducing assembly difficulty and improving installation accuracy.

[0042] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0043] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A clutch release bearing shift fork structure for automobiles, comprising a shift fork assembly (1), characterized in that, It also includes a reinforcement and maintenance component (2) and a positioning rod sleeve component (3). The reinforcement and maintenance component (2) is provided on the inner side of the shift fork component (1). The positioning rod sleeve component (3) is provided on the upper end of the shift fork component (1). The shift fork component (1) includes a bearing fork (101) and fork feet (102). Fork feet (102) are provided on both sides of the lower end of the bearing fork (101), and the fork feet (102) and the bearing fork (101) are integrally formed. Ribs (201) are provided on the inner side of the bearing fork (101), and the ribs (201) and the bearing fork (101) are integrally formed. The lower end of 201 is provided with a reinforcing rib (202), and the reinforcing rib (202) is integrally formed with the rib plate (201), and the two ends of the reinforcing rib (202) are integrally formed with the bearing fork (101); the upper end of the bearing fork (101) is provided with a clutch push rod sleeve (301), and the clutch push rod sleeve (301) is integrally formed with the bearing fork (101); both sides of the rib plate (201) and the reinforcing rib (202) are provided with liquid injection glass rings (203), and the two ends of the liquid injection glass rings (203) are fixedly connected to the rib plate (201) and the reinforcing rib (202) respectively.

2. The automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the clutch push rod sleeve (301) is provided with a mounting tab (302), and the mounting tab (302) and the clutch push rod sleeve (301) are integrally formed.

3. The automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clutch push rod sleeve (301) is provided with a scale calibration plate (303) in front, and the scale calibration plate (303) and the mounting protrusion (302) are integrally formed.

4. The automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clutch push rod sleeve (301) has screw holes (305) at both ends of the inner wall of the hole, and the screw holes (305) are integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve (301).

5. The automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the hole in the clutch push rod sleeve (301) is provided with a rubber anti-slip layer (306).

6. The automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid-filled glass ring (203) is a hollow glass structure, and the hollow glass of the liquid-filled glass ring (203) is filled with iron oxide red pigment solution.

7. The automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, An angle adjustment ear (304) is provided on one side of the clutch push rod sleeve (301), and the angle adjustment ear (304) is integrally formed with the clutch push rod sleeve (301), and the mounting tab (302) and the angle adjustment ear (304) are set at a perpendicular angle to each other.

8. The automotive clutch release bearing shift fork structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner side of the fork leg (102) is provided with a wear-resistant column (103), and the wear-resistant column (103) is fixedly connected to the bearing fork (101).