A combined switch for vehicles

Abstract

This utility model discloses a vehicle combination switch, relating to the field of vehicle switch technology. It includes a fluorescent material on the upper surface of the switch for nighttime visibility of the switch's surface icons. A mounting slot is provided inside the mounting base, and a press feedback component is installed inside the mounting slot. The press feedback component is located below the bottom of the switch. Pressing the switch triggers the press feedback component to obtain press feedback. In this utility model, pressing the switch causes the contacts to make contact, activating the circuit. The control module receives the signal and triggers the indicator light to remain illuminated. Pressing the switch again causes the contacts to make contact again, generating a signal. After recognizing the secondary trigger, the control module cuts off the power supply circuit to the indicator light, turning it off. The fluorescent material allows the driver to observe the white switch icons at night. For example, when the indicator light is on, the indicator light illuminates green, creating a color difference with other icons, thus providing better feedback on the icon's on / off status.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive switch technology, specifically to an automotive combination switch. Background Technology

[0002] Combination switches connect electrical equipment and electrical control systems through internal circuit connections and contact switching, enabling the switching, opening, and closing of different functions, thereby controlling the operation of various electrical components.

[0003] Patent application CN201720912835.3 discloses a vehicle combination switch, including a switch housing, a top cover, a toggle block, a top block, a spring, a circuit board, a tactile switch, and a micro switch. The circuit board is mounted in the middle of the switch housing. A micro switch and a button are located on one side of the circuit board, and a tactile switch is located at each end of the other side. Two top blocks are located between the two tactile switches, and a spring is located between the two top blocks. The top blocks are fitted inside the toggle block. The tactile switches and micro switches are soldered onto the circuit board. This combination switch is used in automatic / manual transmission vehicles and integrates M, M+, and M- gears. The combination switch is mounted on the vehicle's gear shift housing. The cylindrical button is pressed and released to control the switching between automatic and manual transmissions. Sliding the toggle block forward and backward sends up / down gear signals.

[0004] However, the combination switch does not have a corresponding brightness display structure on the button switch. When the vehicle is parked, not moving, or about to move, the driver cannot get good feedback after pressing the combination switch at night due to the dim visibility. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the problem of insufficient visibility at night, making it impossible to obtain switch display feedback, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a vehicle combination switch.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a vehicle combination switch, including a mounting base and switches, wherein the bottom of the mounting base is provided with an interface for connecting to the vehicle's infotainment system via a cable, and a locking block is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the mounting base, and several switches are mounted on the top of the mounting base;

[0007] A friction component is mounted on the upper surface of the mounting base, and the friction component is used to wipe fingerprints on the upper surface of the switch;

[0008] The upper surface of the switch is provided with a fluorescent material, which is used to display the surface icon of the switch at night;

[0009] The mounting base has a mounting slot inside, and a press feedback component is installed inside the mounting slot. The press feedback component is located below the bottom of the switch. Pressing the switch triggers the press feedback component to obtain press feedback.

[0010] Preferably, the friction assembly includes a grooved plate and a sliding plate. The two grooved plates are fixedly connected to the upper surface of the mounting base and located on both sides of the switch. Sliding grooves are formed on the outer walls of the two grooved plates. The sliding plate is slidably connected between the two grooved plates and slides against the upper surface of the switch.

[0011] Preferably, a sealing ring is provided on the outer wall of the mounting base, and the sealing ring is located at the mounting joint between the mounting base and the vehicle body.

[0012] Preferably, the press feedback component includes an arc-shaped aluminum plate and a spring, the spring being installed inside the mounting groove and located below the bottom of the switch.

[0013] Preferably, the inner wall of the mounting groove has a recess, and the arc-shaped aluminum plate is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the switch, with the arc-shaped protrusion of the arc-shaped aluminum plate fitting and cooperating with the recess.

[0014] Preferably, a second contact is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the switch, a first contact is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the mounting groove, a lamp plate is mounted on the lower surface of the switch, the lamp plate is electrically connected to the second contact, the first contact and the second contact are located inside the spring, and a control module is installed inside the mounting base.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] This invention uses a push-button switch to activate the circuit, allowing the control module to receive a signal and trigger the light panel to remain lit. Pressing the switch again activates the contacts, generating another signal. Upon recognizing this secondary trigger, the control module cuts off the power supply to the light panel, turning it off. The fluorescent material allows the driver to see the white switch icon at night. For example, when the light panel is lit, the icon glows green, creating a color difference with other icons, thus providing better feedback on the icon's on / off status.

[0017] This invention utilizes a push-button switch. When the switch is pressed, the spring is compressed, generating a reverse elastic force that provides basic tactile feedback. The arc-shaped aluminum plate on the lower surface of the switch moves downward, and its arc-shaped protrusion fits into the recess on the inner wall of the mounting groove. When the switch is released, the spring returns to its original position, pushing the switch upward. The arc-shaped protrusion of the aluminum plate then detaches from the recess, generating a slight mechanical collision that produces a clicking sound and tactile feedback, allowing the driver to receive further tactile feedback from the press. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the friction assembly structure of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom structure of the mounting base of this utility model.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Mounting base; 101. Interface; 102. Locking block; 2. Switch; 3. Friction assembly; 301. Slot plate; 302. Sliding plate; 4. Lamp plate; 5. First contact; 6. Second contact; 7. Curved aluminum plate; 8. Recess; 9. Spring; 10. Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0025] 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.

[0026] Example

[0027] like Figure 1 - Figure 5 As shown, this utility model provides a vehicle combination switch, including a mounting base 1 and switches 2. The bottom of the mounting base 1 is provided with an interface 101 for connecting to the vehicle's infotainment system via a cable. A locking block 102 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the mounting base 1 for mounting the mounting base 1 on the vehicle. Several switches 2 are mounted on the top of the mounting base 1.

[0028] A friction component 3 is mounted on the upper surface of the mounting base 1. The friction component 3 is used to wipe fingerprints off the upper surface of the switch 2.

[0029] The upper surface of switch 2 is provided with fluorescent material, which is used to display the surface icon of switch 2 at night;

[0030] The mounting base 1 has a mounting slot inside, and a press feedback component is installed inside the mounting slot. The press feedback component is located below the bottom of the switch 2. Pressing the switch 2 triggers the press feedback component to obtain press feedback.

[0031] The friction assembly 3 includes a groove plate 301 and a sliding plate 302. The two groove plates 301 are fixedly connected to the upper surface of the mounting base 1 and are located on both sides of the switch 2. Sliding grooves are provided on the outer walls of the two groove plates 301. The sliding plate 302 is slidably connected between the two groove plates 301. The sliding plate 302 slides and rubs against the upper surface of the switch 2. The groove plates 301 on both sides of the switch 2 form a sliding track. When the sliding plate 302 is pushed to move back and forth along the sliding groove of the groove plate 301, the sliding plate 302 rubs against the upper surface of the switch 2, which can wipe away residual fingerprints and keep the surface of the switch 2 clean.

[0032] A sealing ring 10 is provided on the outer wall of the mounting base 1. The sealing ring 10 is located at the mounting joint between the mounting base 1 and the vehicle body. The sealing ring 10 on the outer wall of the mounting base 1 fits tightly against the joint between the mounting base 1 and the vehicle body, preventing dust, moisture and other substances from entering the interior, protecting the circuit and mechanical components, and improving stability.

[0033] The press feedback component includes an arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 and a spring 9. The spring 9 is installed inside the mounting groove and below the bottom of the switch 2. The cooperation between the arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 and the recess 8, and the elasticity of the spring 9, provide the driver with operation feedback, enabling clear perception of whether the pressing action is effective.

[0034] A recess 8 is provided on the inner wall of the mounting slot. An arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the switch 2. The arc-shaped protrusion of the arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 fits and cooperates with the recess 8. When the switch 2 is pressed, the spring 9 is compressed, generating a reverse elastic force to provide basic tactile feedback. At the same time, the arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 on the lower surface of the switch 2 moves down, and its arc-shaped protrusion fits with the recess 8 on the inner wall of the mounting slot. When the switch 2 is released, the spring 9 returns to its original position and pushes the switch 2 up. The arc-shaped protrusion of the arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 disengages from the recess 8 again. During this process, a slight mechanical collision is generated, forming a click sound and tactile feedback, allowing the driver to receive tactile feedback from the press.

[0035] A second contact 6 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of switch 2, and a first contact 5 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the mounting groove. A lamp board 4 is installed on the lower surface of switch 2, and the lamp board 4 is electrically connected to the second contact 6. The first contact 5 and the second contact 6 are located inside the spring 9. A control module is installed inside the mounting base 1, and the connection of the circuit is controlled by the control module.

[0036] Working principle: When switch 2 is pressed for the first time, the contacts make contact and the circuit is turned on. The control module receives the signal and triggers the lamp board 4 to stay lit. When switch 2 is pressed again, the contacts make contact again and generate a signal. After the control module recognizes the second trigger, it cuts off the power supply circuit of the lamp board 4 and the lamp board 4 turns off.

[0037] During this process, the press feedback component, the cooperation between the arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 and the recess 8, and the elasticity of the spring 9 provide the driver with operation feedback, enabling clear perception of whether the pressing action is effective;

[0038] The slot plates 301 on both sides of the switch 2 form a sliding track. When the sliding plate 302 is pushed to move back and forth along the sliding groove of the slot plate 301, the sliding plate 302 comes into frictional contact with the upper surface of the switch 2, which can wipe away residual fingerprints and keep the surface of the switch 2 clean.

[0039] The icons on the upper surface of switch 2 are made of fluorescent material. In the dark or dim environment, the fluorescent material absorbs ambient light and emits light on its own, clearly displaying the icon content and making it easy for the driver to identify and operate.

[0040] When switch 2 is pressed, spring 9 is compressed, generating a reverse elastic force to provide basic tactile feedback. At the same time, the arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 on the lower surface of switch 2 moves down, and its arc-shaped protrusion fits into the recess 8 on the inner wall of the mounting groove. When switch 2 is released, spring 9 returns to its original position and pushes switch 2 up. The arc-shaped protrusion of the arc-shaped aluminum plate 7 disengages from the recess 8 again. During this process, a slight mechanical collision is generated, forming a clicking sound and tactile feedback, allowing the driver to receive tactile feedback from pressing.

[0041] The sealing ring 10 on the outer wall of the mounting base 1 fits tightly against the connection between the mounting base 1 and the vehicle body, preventing dust, moisture, etc. from entering the interior, protecting the circuit and mechanical components, and improving stability.

[0042] The fluorescent material allows the driver to see the white switch icon at night. For example, when light panel 4 is on, light panel 4 turns green, creating a color difference with other white icons, thus providing better feedback on the icon's on / off status.

[0043] All standard parts used in this utility model can be purchased from the market, and irregular parts can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art. In addition, the circuit connection adopts conventional connection methods in the prior art, which will not be described in detail here.

[0044] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model and their equivalents, this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A vehicle combination switch, comprising a mounting base (1) and a switch (2), characterized in that: The bottom of the mounting base (1) is provided with an interface (101) for connecting to the vehicle machine via a cable. A locking block (102) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the mounting base (1). Several switches (2) are installed on the top of the mounting base (1). A friction assembly (3) is mounted on the upper surface of the mounting base (1), and the friction assembly (3) is used to wipe the fingerprints on the upper surface of the switch (2); The upper surface of the switch (2) is provided with a fluorescent material, which is used to display the surface icon of the switch (2) at night; The mounting base (1) has an internal mounting groove, and a press feedback component is installed inside the mounting groove. The press feedback component is located below the bottom of the switch (2). By pressing the switch (2), the press feedback component is triggered to obtain press feedback.

2. The vehicle combination switch as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The friction assembly (3) includes a groove plate (301) and a sliding plate (302). The two groove plates (301) are fixedly connected to the upper surface of the mounting base (1) and located on both sides of the switch (2). Sliding grooves are provided on the outer walls of the two groove plates (301). The sliding plate (302) is slidably connected between the two groove plates (301) and slides and rubs against the upper surface of the switch (2).

3. A vehicle combination switch as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A sealing ring (10) is provided on the outer wall of the mounting base (1), and the sealing ring (10) is provided at the mounting connection between the mounting base (1) and the vehicle body.

4. A vehicle combination switch as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The press feedback assembly includes an arc-shaped aluminum plate (7) and a spring (9), which is installed inside the mounting groove and below the bottom of the switch (2).

5. A vehicle combination switch as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The inner wall of the mounting groove is provided with a recess (8), and the arc-shaped aluminum plate (7) is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the switch (2). The arc-shaped protrusion of the arc-shaped aluminum plate (7) fits and cooperates with the recess (8).

6. A vehicle combination switch as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The lower surface of the switch (2) is fixedly connected to a second contact (6), the inner wall of the mounting groove is fixedly connected to a first contact (5), the lower surface of the switch (2) is equipped with a lamp plate (4), the lamp plate (4) is electrically connected to the second contact (6), the first contact (5) and the second contact (6) are located inside the spring (9), and the control module is installed inside the mounting base (1).

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