Pickup truck hardtop structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of hard cover structures of pick-up truck, including car cover body, the car cover body is connected with car hopper by guide rail, the guide rail is equipped with compression surface, car cover body includes opposite fixed part and opposite overturning part, the opposite fixed part is located in the side close to car head, the opposite overturning part is located in the side close to car tail;The opposite fixed part is connected with guide rail by fixed connection component, the fixed connection component includes fixed screw, the fixed screw passes through car cover body, fixed screw is equipped with fixed spacer between car cover body, fixed screw lower side is connected with plum blossom nut;The opposite overturning part is connected with guide rail by lock tongue system, the guide rail is connected with shock pad, the shock pad is correspondingly arranged with lock tongue system, shock pad includes plane and inclined plane, the plane and inclined plane between being equipped with bayonet, the bayonet is used for connecting compression surface, the inclined plane is located in the upside of compression surface, the plane is located in the downside of compression surface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of pickup truck hoods, specifically relating to a hard hood structure for pickup trucks. Background Technology

[0002] Pickup trucks are an important part of the automotive market. A pickup truck is a type of vehicle that uses the front and cab of a sedan while having an open cargo bed. Its characteristics are that it has the comfort of a sedan, strong power, and is more capable of carrying cargo and adapting to bad roads than a sedan. The most common pickup truck model is the double-cab pickup. Pickup trucks can be used as special vehicles, multi-purpose vehicles, official vehicles, and commercial vehicles, as well as family vehicles for carrying cargo, tourism, and rental. The so-called "pickup truck" is a hybrid of sedan and truck. With the expansion of the number of modification enthusiasts, pickup truck modification is becoming an increasingly popular category among modification enthusiasts.

[0003] Most existing pickup truck hoods use a hard-cover structure. Due to their structural characteristics, the front of the hard-cover usually does not need to be opened, and only the rear half needs to be opened. However, the connection structure of existing pickup truck hoods is usually relatively simple and does not have a specific design for different parts. In addition, existing pickup trucks are prone to water leakage at the pivot point. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] A pickup truck hard cover structure includes a cover body, which is connected to the truck bed via a guide rail. The guide rail is provided with a pressing surface. The cover body includes a relatively fixed part and a relatively flipping part. The relatively fixed part is located on the side closer to the front of the vehicle, and the relatively flipping part is located on the side closer to the rear of the vehicle.

[0006] The relative fixing part is connected to the guide rail through a fixing connection assembly. The fixing connection assembly includes a fixing screw, which passes through the body of the car cover. A fixing washer is provided between the fixing screw and the body of the car cover. A plum nut is connected to the lower side of the fixing screw.

[0007] The relative flipping part is connected to the guide rail via a locking tongue system. The guide rail is connected to a shock-absorbing pad, which is correspondingly arranged with the locking tongue system. The shock-absorbing pad includes a flat surface and an inclined surface. A bayonet is provided between the flat surface and the inclined surface. The bayonet is used to connect the pressing surface. The inclined surface is located on the upper side of the pressing surface, and the flat surface is located on the lower side of the pressing surface.

[0008] Because the opening method of the hard cover is different from that of the soft cover, the hard cover usually only needs to be opened in part, while the other part usually does not need to be opened. Therefore, different connection structures are used for different parts of the hard cover with different opening frequencies, which not only ensures the stability of the hard cover connection, but also makes the opening and closing of the hard cover more convenient.

[0009] Furthermore, the relative flipping part is provided with a locking tongue groove, and the locking tongue system includes a locking tongue, a pull rope, a positioning block, and a steel wire rope. The steel wire rope passes through the positioning block, the limiting block, and the pull rope, and both ends of the steel wire rope are connected to locking tongues. The locking tongue is connected to the positioning block through a spring. The positioning block and the limiting block are both connected to the locking tongue groove. The positioning block is used to reset the locking tongue, and the limiting block is used to limit the pull rope.

[0010] The existing locking tongue system involves direct contact between the locking tongue and the guide rail. Since both are made of metal, an overly tight fit can easily cause deformation of the guide rail's pressing surface, while an overly loose fit can easily cause wobbling and collisions. This application adds a shock-absorbing pad, which not only compensates for the gap between the two but also reduces wear on the guide rail and the locking tongue. Furthermore, the shock-absorbing pad is easy to replace, greatly reducing maintenance costs.

[0011] Furthermore, the fixing screw includes a nut, a square head, and a threaded rod, with the threaded rod connected to the nut via the square head. The fixing washer has a square frame that fits the square head and limits its position. The guide rail has a slotted hole and a notch, through which the fixing screw passes and is connected to a Torx nut. The notch corresponds to the Torx nut. By using the fixing screw and fixing washer, the connection between the relatively fixed parts is made more stable. The Torx nut at the bottom secures the guide rail, thus achieving the connection between the relatively fixed parts. Additionally, the notch on the guide rail facilitates the installation of the Torx nut.

[0012] Furthermore, a pressure-sealing strip is provided on the top of the guide rail. By providing a pressure-sealing strip on the top of the guide rail, the hard cover is pressed against the guide rail through the pressure-sealing strip, which not only improves the sealing performance but also avoids hard contact between the hard cover and the guide rail, thus extending the service life of both.

[0013] Furthermore, the hood body includes multiple rigid plates connected by a pivot system. This pivot system includes a first rotating plate, a second rotating plate, and pivot hinges. The first and second rotating plates are connected by the pivot hinges. The pivot hinges have two rotating shafts, each connected to the first and second rotating plates respectively. Both the first and second rotating plates are connected to a top water-blocking strip and side water-blocking strips. The top water-blocking strip has a top water-blocking protrusion, and the two side water-blocking strips press against each other to form a drainage channel. This improvement to the pivot structure enhances its waterproofing effect, achieving full waterproofing during pivot rotation. By placing four waterproof strips at the pivot's rotation position, these strips work together to ensure waterproofing at any position the pivot rotates to, eliminating any waterproofing blind spots.

[0014] Furthermore, the first rotating plate is provided with a first slot, a second slot, and a rotating groove. The first slot is used to connect the top water-blocking strip, the second slot is used to connect the side water-blocking strip, and the rotating groove is used to connect the hinge. The second rotating plate is also provided with a first slot, a second slot, and a rotating groove. The first slot is used to connect the top water-blocking strip, the second slot is used to connect the side water-blocking strip, and the rotating groove is used to connect the hinge. By providing the first slot, the top water-blocking strip is connected to the rotating plate through engagement with the first slot. Similarly, by providing the second slot, the side water-blocking strip is connected to the rotating plate. Finally, it is connected to the hinge via the rotating groove. This connection method does not affect the use of the top and side water-blocking strips and also facilitates the replacement of the top and side water-blocking strips.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By improving the connection structure of the car cover, this utility model adopts different connection structures for different parts of the car cover, so that the car cover can not only ensure a stable connection at the front end, but also facilitate the opening of the rear end, improving stability without affecting use. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of this utility model. Figure 1 .

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of part A in the middle.

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A magnified view of part B in the middle section.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention. Figure 1 .

[0020] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of part C in the middle.

[0021] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle shock-absorbing pad.

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0023] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A magnified view of part D in the middle.

[0024] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the fixing screw in this utility model.

[0025] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of this utility model. Figure 2 .

[0026] Figure 11 for Figure 10 A magnified view of part E in the middle.

[0027] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotating shaft in this utility model. Figure 1 .

[0028] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotating shaft in this utility model. Figure 2 .

[0029] In the figure: 1-Relative fixing part; 2-Relative flipping part; 31-Top water-blocking strip; 311-Top water-blocking strip pressing surface; 312-Top water-blocking strip middle hole; 313-Top water-blocking strip engaging part; 314-Top water-blocking strip boss; 32-Side water-blocking strip; 321-Side water-blocking strip pressing surface; 322-Side water-blocking strip middle hole; 323-Side water-blocking strip engaging part; 324-Lower engaging part; 41-First rotating plate; 411-First slot; 412-Rotating groove; 413-Second slot; 42-The 2. Rotating plate; 5- Rotating hinge; 51- Rotating shaft; 6- Locking tongue system; 61- Locking tongue; 62- Shock-absorbing pad; 621- Flat surface; 622- Bayonet; 623- Inclined surface; 63- Pull rope; 64- Positioning block; 65- Locking tongue groove; 66- Steel wire; 67- Limiting block; 7- Fixing screw; 71- Nut; 72- Square head; 73- Threaded rod; 8- Guide rail; 81- Guide rail profile; 82- Pressing surface; 83- Pressing sealing strip; 84- Waist hole; 85- Notch; 9- Fixing gasket; 91- Square frame. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and reference numerals.

[0031] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0032] The terms “first,” “second,” “third,” etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0034] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0035] Example 1:

[0036] like Figure 1 , 2 As shown in Figures 4-7, 10, and 11, a hard cover structure for a pickup truck includes a cover body, which is connected to the truck bed via a guide rail 8. The guide rail 8 is provided with a pressing surface 82. The cover body includes a relatively fixed part 1 and a relatively flipping part 2. The relatively fixed part 1 is located near the front of the vehicle, and the relatively flipping part 2 is located near the rear of the vehicle.

[0037] The relative fixing part 1 is connected to the guide rail 8 through a fixing connection assembly. The fixing connection assembly includes a fixing screw 7, which passes through the car cover body. A fixing washer 9 is provided between the fixing screw 7 and the car cover body. A plum nut is connected to the lower side of the fixing screw 7.

[0038] The relative flipping part 2 is connected to the guide rail 8 through the locking tongue system 6. The guide rail 8 is connected to a shock-absorbing pad 62. The shock-absorbing pad 62 is correspondingly arranged with the locking tongue system 6. The shock-absorbing pad 62 includes a plane 621 and an inclined surface 623. A bayonet 622 is provided between the plane 621 and the inclined surface 623. The bayonet 622 is used to connect the pressing surface 82. The inclined surface 623 is located on the upper side of the pressing surface 82, and the plane 621 is located on the lower side of the pressing surface 82.

[0039] Because the opening method of the hard cover is different from that of the soft cover, the hard cover usually only needs to be opened in part, while the other part usually does not need to be opened. Therefore, different connection structures are used for different parts of the hard cover with different opening frequencies, which not only ensures the stability of the hard cover connection, but also makes the opening and closing of the hard cover more convenient.

[0040] Example 2:

[0041] Based on Example 1, as follows Figure 3As shown, the relative flipping part 2 is provided with a locking tongue groove 65. The locking tongue system 6 includes a locking tongue 61, a pull rope 63, a positioning block 64, and a steel wire 66 rope. The steel wire 66 rope passes through the positioning block 64, the limiting block 67, and the pull rope 63. Both ends of the steel wire 66 are connected to the locking tongue 61. The locking tongue 61 is connected to the positioning block 64 by a spring (located inside the positioning block 64). The positioning block 64 and the limiting block 67 are both connected to the locking tongue groove 65. The positioning block 64 is used to reset the locking tongue 61, and the limiting block 67 is used to limit the pull rope 63.

[0042] The existing locking tongue system 6 has the locking tongue 61 in direct contact with the guide rail 8. Since both are made of metal, if the fit is too tight, it will easily cause the pressing surface 82 of the guide rail 8 to deform. If the fit is too loose, it will easily shake and collide. This application adds a shock-absorbing pad 62, which not only makes up for the gap between the two, but also reduces the wear of the guide rail 8 and the locking tongue 61. In addition, the shock-absorbing pad 62 is easy to replace, which greatly reduces the maintenance cost.

[0043] Example 3:

[0044] Based on Example 2, as follows Figure 8 and 9 As shown, the fixing screw 7 includes a nut 71, a square head 72, and a threaded rod 73, wherein the threaded rod 73 is connected to the nut 71 through the square head 72;

[0045] The fixing pad 9 is provided with a square frame 91, which is adapted to the square head 72. The square frame 91 is used to limit the position of the square head 72.

[0046] The guide rail 8 is provided with a waist hole 84 and a notch 85. The waist hole 84 and the notch 85 are provided on the guide rail profile 81. The fixing screw 7 passes through the waist hole 84 and is connected to a plum nut. The notch 85 is provided correspondingly to the plum nut.

[0047] By using fixing screws 7 and fixing washers 9, the connection between the relatively fixed parts 1 and the fixed parts 1 is made more stable. A Torx nut is connected at the bottom, which clamps the guide rail 8, thus achieving the connection between the relatively fixed parts 1 and the fixed parts 1. Additionally, a notch 85 is provided on the guide rail 8 to facilitate the installation of the Torx nut.

[0048] Example 4:

[0049] Based on Example 3, as follows Figure 12 and 13 As shown, the top of the guide rail 8 is provided with a pressure sealing strip 83.

[0050] By setting a pressure sealing strip 83 on the top of the guide rail 8, the hard cover is pressed onto the guide rail 8 through the pressure sealing strip 83, which not only improves the sealing performance but also avoids hard contact between the hard cover and the guide rail 8, thus extending the service life of both.

[0051] Example 5:

[0052] Based on Example 4, as follows Figure 8 and 9 As shown, the hood body includes multiple rigid plates (both the relatively fixed part 1 and the relatively flipping part 2 are rigid plates + rotating shafts). The multiple rigid plates are connected by a rotating shaft system. The rotating shaft system includes a first rotating plate 41, a second rotating plate 42 and a rotating shaft hinge 5. The first rotating plate 41 and the second rotating plate 42 are connected by the rotating shaft hinge 5.

[0053] The hinge 5 has two rotating shafts 51, which are respectively connected to the first rotating plate 41 and the second rotating plate 42.

[0054] The first rotating plate 41 and the second rotating plate 42 are both connected to a top water-blocking strip 31 and a side water-blocking strip 32. The two top water-blocking strips 31 are provided with top water-blocking strip protrusions 314, and the two side water-blocking strips 32 press against each other to form a water-draining channel.

[0055] By improving the structure of the rotating shaft, it has been made more waterproof, enabling waterproofing throughout the entire rotation process.

[0056] By setting four waterproof strips at the rotation position of the shaft, the four waterproof strips work together to provide waterproofing at any position of the shaft, eliminating any waterproof blind spots.

[0057] Example 6:

[0058] Based on embodiment 5, the first rotating plate 41 is provided with a first slot 411, a second slot 413 and a rotating groove 412. The first slot 411 is used to connect the top water-blocking strip 31, the second slot 413 is used to connect the side water-blocking strip 32, and the rotating groove 412 is used to connect the rotating shaft hinge 5. The second rotating plate 42 is provided with a first slot 411, a second slot 413 and a rotating groove 412. The first slot 411 is used to connect the top water-blocking strip 31, the second slot 413 is used to connect the side water-blocking strip 32, and the rotating groove 412 is used to connect the rotating shaft hinge 5. By setting the first slot 411, the top water-blocking strip 31 is connected to the rotating plate by engaging with the first slot 411. Similarly, by setting the second slot 413, the side water-blocking strip 32 is connected to the rotating plate. Finally, it is connected to the rotating shaft hinge 5 through the rotating groove 412. This connection method does not affect the use effect of the top water-blocking strip 31 and the side water-blocking strip 32, and also facilitates the replacement of the top water-blocking strip 31 and the side water-blocking strip 32.

[0059] The top water-blocking strip 31 includes a central hole 312 and a locking part 313. The locking part 313 engages with the first slot 411. The central hole 312 has two protrusions 314 on either side. A pressing surface 311 is provided on the side of the central hole 312 away from the locking part 313. The central hole 312 allows for some deformation during pressing, ensuring a waterproof effect. The protrusions 314 on either side of the central hole 312 prevent water from flowing from the hood panel to the side water-blocking strip 32. Due to the integrated structure of the hood panel, leakage is prevented; therefore, water is kept on the hood panel and prevented from entering the pivot area.

[0060] The side water-blocking strip 32 includes a central hole 322 and a locking part 323. The locking part 323 engages with the second slot 413. The central hole 322 has a pressing surface 321 on the side away from the locking part 313. A support part is provided on the upper side of the side water-blocking strip 32. The top water-blocking strip 31 has a symmetrical structure, while the side water-blocking strip 32 has an asymmetrical structure. Since the lower side does not require waterproofing and only needs connection, a lower locking part 324 is provided. The top side water-blocking strip requires waterproofing, so a special side water-blocking strip and support part are provided on the top side to cooperate with the top water-blocking strip 31.

[0061] This utility model is not limited to the above-mentioned optional embodiments. Anyone can derive other forms of products under the guidance of this utility model. However, regardless of any changes made in its shape or structure, any technical solution that falls within the scope of the claims of this utility model shall be protected by this utility model.

Claims

1. A pickup truck hardtop structure, characterized by: Includes a car cover body, which is connected to the truck bed via a guide rail (8). The guide rail (8) has a pressing surface (82). The car cover body includes a relatively fixed part (1) and a relatively flipping part (2). The relatively fixed part (1) is located near the front of the vehicle, and the relatively flipping part (2) is located near the rear of the vehicle. The relative fixing part (1) is connected to the guide rail (8) through a fixed connection assembly. The fixed connection assembly includes a fixing screw (7), which passes through the car cover body. A fixing washer (9) is provided between the fixing screw (7) and the car cover body. A plum nut is connected to the lower side of the fixing screw (7). The relative flipping part (2) is connected to the guide rail (8) through the locking tongue system (6). The guide rail (8) is connected to a shock-absorbing pad (62). The shock-absorbing pad (62) is correspondingly arranged with the locking tongue system (6). The shock-absorbing pad (62) includes a plane (621) and an inclined surface (623). A bayonet (622) is provided between the plane (621) and the inclined surface (623). The bayonet (622) is used to connect the pressing surface (82). The inclined surface (623) is located on the upper side of the pressing surface (82), and the plane (621) is located on the lower side of the pressing surface (82).

2. The pickup truck hard cover structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The relative flipping part (2) is provided with a locking tongue groove (65). The locking tongue system (6) includes a locking tongue (61), a pull rope (63), a positioning block (64), and a steel wire (66) rope. The steel wire (66) rope passes through the positioning block (64), the limiting block (67), and the pull rope (63). Both ends of the steel wire (66) rope are connected to the locking tongue (61). The locking tongue (61) is connected to the positioning block (64) by a spring. The positioning block (64) and the limiting block (67) are both connected to the locking tongue groove (65).

3. The pickup truck hard cover structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing screw (7) includes a nut (71), a square head (72) and a threaded rod (73), wherein the threaded rod (73) is connected to the nut (71) through the square head (72); The fixing pad (9) is provided with a square frame (91), which is adapted to the square head (72). The square frame (91) is used to limit the position of the square head (72).

4. The pickup truck hard cover structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide rail (8) is provided with a waist hole (84) and a notch (85). The fixing screw (7) passes through the waist hole (84) and is connected with a plum nut. The notch (85) is provided in correspondence with the plum nut.

5. The pickup truck hard cover structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the guide rail (8) is provided with a pressure sealing strip (83).

6. The pickup truck hard cover structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hood body includes multiple rigid plates, which are connected by a pivot system. The pivot system includes a first rotating plate (41), a second rotating plate (42), and a pivot hinge (5). The first rotating plate (41) and the second rotating plate (42) are connected by the pivot hinge (5). The hinge (5) has two rotating shafts (51), which are respectively connected to the first rotating plate (41) and the second rotating plate (42); The first rotating plate (41) and the second rotating plate (42) are connected to a top water-blocking strip (31) and a side water-blocking strip (32) on opposite sides. The top water-blocking strip (31) is provided with a top water-blocking strip boss (314). The two side water-blocking strips (32) press against each other to form a water-draining channel.

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