Energy components and vehicles

Abstract

This application relates to the field of vehicle exterior technology and provides an energy port assembly and a vehicle. The energy port assembly is disposed on the side panel of the vehicle and located within a recessed space on the side panel. The energy port assembly includes an energy port seat disposed on the side panel and an openable and closable energy port cover disposed on the energy port seat. Furthermore, the energy port cover has a recessed groove extending towards the interior of the vehicle and an air intake hole located on the side wall of the groove. When the energy port cover is closed, the air intake hole can communicate with the air intake port on the side wall of the recessed space. By providing a groove on the energy port cover and an air intake hole on the side wall of the groove, the energy port assembly of this application integrates the air intake function into the energy port cover. The air intake function is achieved through the communication between the air intake hole and the air intake port on the side wall of the recessed space. This combines the originally separate energy port assembly and air intake into one, thereby reducing the number of parts and assembly steps and improving vehicle manufacturing efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle exterior technology, and in particular to an energy port component and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, energy ports are typically located on the side panels of vehicles, along with energy port components, to charge or refuel the vehicle. In modern vehicle manufacturing, the energy port component is a key component for vehicle energy replenishment, and its structural design directly impacts the overall vehicle production efficiency and assembly costs. However, existing energy port components have limited functionality, hindering improvements in vehicle manufacturing efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, this application aims to provide an energy port assembly that integrates an air intake, which can improve the manufacturing efficiency of vehicles.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this application is implemented as follows:

[0005] An energy port assembly is applied to a vehicle and is used at least to charge the vehicle with a preset energy source. The energy port assembly is disposed on the side panel of the vehicle and located in a recessed space on the side panel. The energy port assembly includes an energy port seat disposed on the side panel and an openable and closable energy port cover disposed on the energy port seat.

[0006] The energy port cover has a recessed groove that extends into the vehicle interior and an air intake hole located on the side wall of the recessed groove. When the energy port cover is closed, the air intake hole can communicate with the air intake on the side wall of the recessed space.

[0007] Furthermore, the energy port cover is provided with a partition, and the air inlet is divided into multiple air inlet branches by the partition.

[0008] When the energy port cover is closed, each of the air inlet branches can communicate with the air inlet.

[0009] Furthermore, the partition includes a plurality of partition ribs integrally formed on the energy port cover, the plurality of partition ribs being located within the air inlet and dividing the air inlet into a plurality of air inlet branch holes.

[0010] Furthermore, the bottom of the groove has a guiding slope that guides gas into the air inlet.

[0011] Furthermore, the energy port cover includes an inner cover plate hinged at one end to the energy port seat, and an outer cover plate disposed on the inner cover plate.

[0012] The groove is provided on the outer plate of the cover.

[0013] Compared with related technologies, this application has the following advantages:

[0014] (1) The energy port assembly described in this application integrates the air intake function into the energy port cover by providing a groove on the energy port cover and an air intake hole located on the side wall of the groove. The air intake function is realized by communicating with the air intake hole and the air intake on the side wall of the recessed space. The originally independent energy port assembly and air intake are combined into one, thereby reducing the number of parts and assembly steps, shortening the production cycle, improving the manufacturing efficiency of the vehicle, and reducing the production cost.

[0015] (2) By setting a partition on the energy port cover and dividing the air intake into multiple air intake branches, the partition can act as a filter, effectively preventing foreign objects from entering the air intake. Even if one or more air intake branches are disturbed by dust, foreign objects, etc., the other air intake branches can still ensure a certain amount of air intake, thereby maintaining the stable operation of the vehicle's air intake system and improving the vehicle's adaptability in complex operating environments.

[0016] (3) The partition section adopts multiple partition ribs integrally molded on the energy port cover, which can reduce the processing and assembly of parts, and also reduce the errors caused by the assembly of parts, which is conducive to improving production efficiency and can effectively reduce the overall manufacturing cost of the energy port assembly. Moreover, the partition ribs are integrally molded with the energy port cover, making the entire energy port cover structure more robust and effectively avoiding functional failure caused by loose or detached connections between parts.

[0017] (4) By making the bottom of the groove have a guiding slope to guide the gas into the air intake, the gas entering the groove can be effectively guided, the airflow direction can be changed, and the gas can flow into the air intake more smoothly. As a result, the turbulence and eddy current phenomenon in the airflow in the groove can be effectively reduced, the intake resistance can be reduced, and the intake efficiency can be improved, thereby providing sufficient air supply for the vehicle's related systems.

[0018] (5) By gradually increasing the depth of the groove from front to back in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, and positioning the air intake on the rear sidewall of the groove, the airflow is better guided to the rear and converges at the air intake when the vehicle is in motion, allowing for smoother and more efficient airflow into the air intake. Simultaneously, placing the air intake on the rear sidewall of the groove allows it to face the wind, causing air to rush directly towards the intake due to inertia. The dynamic pressure generated by relative velocity is converted into static pressure, increasing the air pressure at the intake and thus increasing the intake volume per unit time, especially at high speeds. Therefore, this design effectively ensures sufficient air intake for vehicles with low, streamlined bodies that prioritize high speeds. Furthermore, the gradual increase in groove depth from front to back also enhances the refinement of the vehicle's side panels.

[0019] (6) The energy port cover includes an inner cover plate hinged at one end to the energy port seat, and an outer cover plate disposed on the inner cover plate. This not only improves the overall structural strength of the energy port cover, but also, this split design allows for the selection of different materials and manufacturing processes to meet the functional and performance requirements of the inner and outer cover plates respectively. In addition, if the outer cover plate is damaged due to collision, aging, or other reasons during use, only the outer cover plate needs to be replaced, without disassembling the entire energy port cover, which reduces maintenance costs and time.

[0020] This application also proposes a vehicle in which a recessed space is provided on the side panel of the vehicle and recessed to the interior side, wherein the energy port assembly as described above is provided in the recessed space and an air inlet is provided on the side wall of the recessed space.

[0021] The air intake is connected to the engine inside the vehicle via an air intake pipe.

[0022] Furthermore, in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, the depth of the recessed space gradually increases from front to back, and the air intake is located on the rear sidewall of the recessed space.

[0023] Furthermore, the side panel includes a connected outer side panel and an inner side panel;

[0024] The recessed space is formed by the inner side panel being recessed towards the inside of the vehicle, and the outer side panel has an opening corresponding to the recessed space.

[0025] Furthermore, the intake pipe is installed on the longitudinal beam of the vehicle's engine compartment;

[0026] One end of the intake pipe is connected to the air intake port, and the other end of the intake pipe is connected to the air filter, which is connected to the engine.

[0027] Furthermore, the recessed space is located near the rear end of the vehicle and at the rear of the side panel.

[0028] (1) The vehicle described in this application, by setting the energy port component as described above, does not need to open an additional air intake on the side panel, which can reduce assembly steps, save assembly time and improve manufacturing efficiency.

[0029] (2) The side panel includes an outer side panel and an inner side panel. Compared with a single-layer panel, it can significantly improve the structural strength of the side panel area. Moreover, by creating a recessed space in the inner side panel, the structural strength of the inner side panel and the side panel as a whole can be improved, which helps to improve the vehicle's resistance to side impacts. In addition, by designing the recessed space in the inner side panel, components such as the energy port and air intake can be installed on the inner side panel first, and then assembled with the outer side panel, which can further improve manufacturing efficiency.

[0030] (3) Fixing the intake pipe to the longitudinal beam of the engine compartment provides rigid support for the intake pipe with the structural strength of the longitudinal beam, which can effectively avoid the risk of the intake pipe shaking or even breaking due to vehicle bumps or engine vibration. At the same time, it can also effectively reduce the fluctuation of intake volume caused by the vibration or deformation of the intake pipe, which helps to ensure that the engine can obtain a stable intake supply, thereby improving the vehicle's power performance and fuel economy.

[0031] (4) By placing the recessed space near the rear of the vehicle and at the rear of the side panel, the airflow at the rear is relatively stable and slower during vehicle operation, making it easier to guide into the air intake and thus improving intake efficiency. At the same time, the relatively stable airflow at the rear of the side panel makes the airflow entering the air intake more uniform, which can effectively reduce engine instability caused by airflow fluctuations. Attached Figure Description

[0032] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of this application. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0033] Figure 1 This is an application state diagram of the energy port component described in the embodiments of this application;

[0034] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of section A;

[0035] Figure 3 This is an application state diagram of the energy port component described in the embodiments of this application from another perspective;

[0036] Figure 4 for Figure 3Cross-sectional view of the middle BB line;

[0037] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the energy port component described in an embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the energy port assembly described in an embodiment of this application from another perspective;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the energy port holder as described in an embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the energy outlet cover described in an embodiment of this application;

[0041] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the energy outlet cover described in an embodiment of this application from another perspective;

[0042] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the outer cover plate described in an embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 11 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the vehicle described in an embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 12 This is a partial structural diagram of the side panel of an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 13 This is a partial structural diagram of the inner side panel described in an embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of another structure of the intake pipe described in the embodiment of this application.

[0047] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0048] 1. Side panel; 101. Outer side panel; 1011. Opening; 102. Inner side panel; 1021. Air inlet; 1022. Mounting port;

[0049] 2. Energy outlet cover; 201. Outer panel of cover; 2011. Separating rib; 202. Inner panel of cover; 2021. Rotating arm;

[0050] 3. Cabin longitudinal beams;

[0051] 4. Power port holder; 401. Socket; 402. Flange;

[0052] 5. Air inlet pipe; 501. Mounting base; 502. Drain chamber; 503. Sealing ball; 504. Water outlet; 505. Drain outlet;

[0053] 6. Air filter;

[0054] 7. Seals;

[0055] P, groove;

[0056] K, recessed space. Detailed Implementation

[0057] To make the technical solution and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0058] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other.

[0059] Furthermore, it should be noted that in the description of this application, if terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," or "outer" appear, indicating orientation or positional relationship, these are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. In addition, if terms such as "first" or "second" appear, they are also used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0060] Furthermore, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly defined, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "connector" 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 between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application in light of the specific circumstances.

[0061] In this 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 application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0062] The present application will now be described in detail through exemplary embodiments. However, it should be understood that, without further description, elements, structures, and features in one embodiment may be advantageously incorporated into other embodiments.

[0063] An embodiment of the first aspect of this application provides an energy port assembly that integrates an air inlet 1021, which can improve vehicle manufacturing efficiency.

[0064] In related technologies, an energy port is typically provided on the side panel 1 of the vehicle, along with an energy port assembly located at the energy port, to charge the vehicle or refuel it. However, existing energy port assemblies have a single function, which is not conducive to improving vehicle manufacturing efficiency. In addition, many vehicle components require air. Among them, the engine air intake is usually located at the front or rear of the vehicle. The engine air intake at the front may be affected by the heat radiation from the engine radiator, resulting in an increased intake air temperature, while the engine air intake at the rear of the vehicle has lower intake efficiency.

[0065] For vehicles with a low, streamlined body, the airflow along the sides of the vehicle is relatively stable and has a high velocity, which reduces intake resistance. Therefore, to ensure the engine's air intake needs, the inventors intended to include an air intake 1021 on the side of the vehicle. Furthermore, considering that the power inlet component also requires considerable assembly space and processes, and that assembling multiple components involves multiple steps, resulting in low manufacturing efficiency and increased production time and labor costs, and that simultaneously including both the air intake 1021 and the power inlet results in a large number of openings on the side of the vehicle, it also reduces the overall refinement of the vehicle body.

[0066] In view of this, in order to overcome the shortcomings of related technologies, the energy port component of this embodiment integrates an air inlet 1021, combined with... Figures 1 to 6 As shown, this energy inlet assembly is particularly applicable to vehicles with a low-slung, streamlined body, and is used at least to charge the vehicle with a preset energy source. Furthermore, in specific implementations, depending on the vehicle model, the energy inlet assembly is used to charge different energy sources. For example, when the vehicle is a conventional gasoline vehicle, the energy inlet assembly is used to charge gasoline, while when the vehicle is a hybrid vehicle, the energy inlet assembly can be used for both charging and refueling as needed. In other words, the aforementioned preset energy source can be either electrical energy or gasoline.

[0067] The energy port assembly is located on the side panel 1 of the vehicle and within a recessed space K on the side panel 1. The energy port assembly includes an energy port seat 4 on the side panel 1 and an openable and closable energy port cover 2 on the energy port seat 4. The energy port cover 2 has a recessed groove P that extends into the vehicle interior and an air intake hole on the side wall of the groove P. When the energy port cover 2 is closed, the air intake hole can communicate with the air intake 1021 on the side wall of the recessed space K.

[0068] Therefore, by providing a recess P on the energy port cover 2 and an air intake hole located on the side wall of the recess P, the air intake function can be integrated into the energy port cover 2. The air intake function is achieved through the communication between the air intake hole and the air intake port 1021 on the side wall of the recessed space K. By combining the originally separate energy port component and air intake port 1021 into one, the number of parts and assembly steps can be reduced during vehicle manufacturing, the production cycle can be shortened, the vehicle manufacturing efficiency can be improved, and the production cost can be reduced.

[0069] Based on the above overall introduction, specifically, combined with Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, similar to existing technology, in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, the front end of the energy port cover 2 is hinged to the energy port seat 4 via a pivot, and a locking part is provided between the rear end of the energy port cover 2 and the energy port seat 4. Furthermore, a torsion spring is provided between the pivot and the energy port seat 4, which is used to drive the energy port cover 2 to open after the locking part is unlocked.

[0070] like Figures 5 to 9 As shown, the energy port seat 4 includes a seat body provided on the side panel 1 and a protruding part provided on one side of the seat body. Moreover, the seat body is generally rectangular, and a mounting cavity is provided in the protruding part. The energy port cover 2 is provided with a rotating arm 2021 with one end extending into the mounting cavity. The rotating arm 2021 is hinged to the protruding part through the aforementioned pivot.

[0071] It should be noted that this application only improves the shape of the power port cover 2, and does not improve the structure of the power port cover 2 and the power port seat 4. The specific structure can be referred to in the prior art. At the same time, the power port seat 4, the locking part, and the connection method between the power port cover 2 and the power port seat 4 can all adopt the prior art, and will not be described in detail here.

[0072] In addition, such as Figure 7 As shown, the energy port seat 4 has a cavity with an opening 1011 at one end, a flange 402 protruding outward along the edge of the cavity, and a locking seat 401 spaced apart from the flange 402. A locking groove is defined between the locking seat 401 and the flange 402, and the energy port seat 4 is locked onto the side panel 1 through the locking groove. Furthermore, to improve the installation stability of the energy port seat 4, locking seats 401 are provided on both sides of the energy port cover 2 in the width direction, with two locking seats 401 spaced apart on each side.

[0073] It should be noted that, in addition to attaching the energy port 4 to the side panel 1, it can also be fixed to the side panel 1 by welding, screwing or other methods.

[0074] In some exemplary embodiments, the energy port cover 2 is provided with a partition, which divides the air intake hole into multiple air intake branches. Furthermore, when the energy port cover 2 is closed, each air intake branch can communicate with the air intake 1021. At this time, by providing a partition on the energy port cover 2 to divide the air intake hole into multiple air intake branches, the partition can act as a filter, effectively preventing foreign objects from entering the air intake hole. Moreover, even if one or more air intake branches are disturbed by dust, foreign objects, etc., the other air intake branches can still maintain a certain air intake volume, thereby maintaining the stable operation of the vehicle's air intake system and improving the vehicle's adaptability to complex operating environments.

[0075] In some of the exemplary implementations, combined with Figures 8 to 10 As shown, the partition includes multiple partition ribs 2011 integrally formed on the energy port cover 2. The multiple partition ribs 2011 are located inside the air inlet and divide the air inlet into multiple air inlet branches. Here, the partition uses multiple partition ribs 2011 integrally formed on the energy port cover 2, which greatly simplifies the manufacturing process compared to a partition structure formed by combining multiple independent parts.

[0076] Furthermore, the one-piece molding process reduces the number of parts processing and assembly steps, and also reduces errors caused by component assembly, which helps improve vehicle manufacturing efficiency and thus effectively reduces the overall manufacturing cost of the energy port assembly. At the same time, the integral molding of the partition rib 2011 and the energy port cover 2 makes the entire energy port cover 2 structure more robust and enhances its resistance to external impacts and vibrations, effectively ensuring the structural stability of the air intake support and maintaining the normal operation of the air intake system.

[0077] In specific implementation, such as Figure 8 As shown, for example, each air intake port can be set as a polygon, which not only satisfies the air intake function, but also, compared with the traditional circular or elliptical shape, the geometric outline of the polygon has sharp lines, which can create a more modern and technological visual effect, thus significantly enhancing the refinement of the energy port cover 2 and helping to improve the overall refinement and premium feel of the vehicle.

[0078] It should be noted that, in addition to being polygonal, each air intake port can also be made into a circle or an ellipse.

[0079] In some of the exemplary implementations, combined with Figure 4 and Figure 8As shown, the bottom of the groove P has a guide slope to guide gas into the air intake. By making the bottom of the groove P have a guide slope, the gas entering the groove P can be effectively guided, changing the airflow direction and allowing the gas to flow into the air intake more smoothly. This effectively reduces airflow turbulence and eddies within the groove P, lowers intake resistance, and improves intake efficiency, thereby providing sufficient air supply to the vehicle's related systems.

[0080] It should be noted that the guiding ramp is a broad concept, encompassing not only standard planar inclined shapes but also inclined curved surfaces. In some exemplary embodiments, for example... Figure 4 As shown, the inclination angle α of the guide ramp can be set between 10° and 12°, for example, specifically 10°, 11°, 12° or other values. Setting this angle range can effectively reduce airflow separation on the surface of the energy port cover 2, reduce turbulence generation, and better guide the airflow to the air inlet 1021.

[0081] When the vehicle is in motion, the airflow, upon contact with the guide ramp, generates a velocity component along the ramp, allowing air to enter the air intake more smoothly. Compared to an angle that is too small, an angle of 10°-12° can utilize airflow energy more efficiently, accelerating air intake; while compared to an angle that is too large, this range can prevent airflow from separating prematurely and forming vortices, reducing wind resistance. On the other hand, setting the tilt angle α of the guide ramp between 10°-12° also allows for a smoother transition between the energy port cover 2 and the side panel 1, effectively ensuring the vehicle's aesthetics.

[0082] In specific implementation, the guide slope in this embodiment is, for example, Figure 4 and Figure 8 The inclined surface shown has a curvature of 570 mm. -1 -700mm -1 Between these points, and from front to back along the vehicle's longitudinal direction, the curvature of the guide slope gradually decreases. This design effectively matches the airflow patterns during vehicle movement. When the vehicle is moving, the airflow velocity at the front is relatively low, and the larger curvature effectively guides the airflow to conform to the curved surface, preventing premature airflow separation. As the airflow moves backward, the velocity gradually increases, and the curvature gradually decreases, matching the surface velocity with the airflow velocity changes, thus reducing vortex generation.

[0083] In some of the exemplary implementations, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 8 As shown, the depth of the groove P gradually increases from front to back in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, and the air intake is located on the rear sidewall of the groove P. Therefore, when the vehicle is moving, the airflow can be better guided to the rear side and converge at the position of the air intake when passing through the groove P, so that the airflow can enter the air intake more smoothly and efficiently.

[0084] Meanwhile, positioning the air intake on the rear sidewall of the recess P allows it to face the wind, causing air to rush directly towards it due to inertia. The dynamic pressure generated by the relative velocity is converted into static pressure, increasing the air pressure at the intake and thus increasing the intake volume per unit time. This effect is particularly pronounced at high speeds. Therefore, this configuration effectively ensures sufficient air intake for vehicles with low, streamlined bodies that prioritize high speeds. Furthermore, the airflow into the recess P exhibits a more uniform speed and pressure distribution, reducing intake pulsation and improving engine stability. The gradual increase in depth from front to back in the recess P also enhances the aesthetics of the vehicle's side panel 1.

[0085] In specific implementation, for example, Figure 8 As shown, the groove P is set as a rectangle extending along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. Additionally, in some exemplary embodiments, such as... Figure 8 As shown, the air inlet can be located on the rear side of the energy port cover 2 and extend to its upper and lower sides to increase the air intake area.

[0086] As the vehicle moves, the airflow speed in the side panel 1 area gradually increases from front to back. The depth of the groove P gradually increases from front to back to match this airflow speed variation, effectively guiding the airflow quickly towards the air intake. Furthermore, the rear sidewall's position positions the air intake facing the wind, causing air to rush directly towards it due to inertia, increasing the air pressure at the air intake and thus improving the intake volume per unit time.

[0087] In some exemplary embodiments, the energy port cover 2 includes an inner cover plate 202 hinged at one end to the energy port seat 4, and an outer cover plate 201 disposed on the inner cover plate 202, with the aforementioned groove P disposed on the outer cover plate 201. This configuration not only improves the overall structural strength of the energy port cover 2, but also allows for the selection of different materials and manufacturing processes to meet the respective functional and performance requirements of the inner cover plate 202 and the outer cover plate 201. Furthermore, if the outer cover plate 201 is damaged due to impact, aging, or other reasons during use, only the outer cover plate 201 needs to be replaced, without disassembling the entire energy port cover 2, thus reducing maintenance costs and time.

[0088] In specific implementation, for example Figures 8 to 10 As shown, the inner plate 202 of the cover is a plate-shaped structure conforming to the bottom of the groove P, and the aforementioned rotating arm 2021 is specifically disposed on the inner plate 202 of the cover. Furthermore, to improve the connection strength between the energy port cover 2 and the energy port seat 4, as... Figure 8As shown, multiple reinforcing ribs are provided on the rotating arm 2021. The aforementioned dividing ribs 2011 are integrally formed on the outer cover plate 201. Furthermore, the outer cover plate 201 and the inner cover plate 202 can be bonded together. Of course, in addition to bonding them together, it is also feasible to snap the outer cover plate 201 to the inner cover plate or use other conventional methods to connect them.

[0089] It should be noted that, in addition to the energy port cover 2 being composed of two parts, the outer cover plate 201 and the inner cover plate 202, the energy port cover 2 can also be composed of only the outer cover plate 201. In this case, the rotating arm 2021 can be placed on the outer cover plate 201.

[0090] It is worth noting that, regarding the energy port component of this embodiment, based on the above exemplary embodiments, in specific implementation, as a preferred embodiment, it is still composed of... Figures 1 to 10 As shown, the energy port assembly includes an energy port seat 4 disposed on the side panel 1, and an energy port cover 2 disposed on the energy port seat 4 that can be opened and closed. The energy port cover 2 is provided with a groove P recessed into the vehicle interior side, and an air inlet located on the side wall of the groove P. When the energy port cover 2 is closed, the air inlet can communicate with the air inlet 1021 on the side wall of the recessed space K.

[0091] The energy port cover 2 includes an inner cover plate 202 hinged at one end to the energy port seat 4, and an outer cover plate 201 disposed on the inner cover plate 202. A groove P is disposed on the outer cover plate 201. Simultaneously, multiple partition ribs 2011 are integrally formed on the outer cover plate 201, located within the air inlet and dividing the air inlet into multiple air inlet branch holes.

[0092] The bottom of the groove P has a guide slope that guides gas into the air intake hole, and the depth of the groove P gradually increases from front to back in the front-to-back direction of the vehicle. The air intake hole is located on the rear side wall of the groove P.

[0093] In the above preferred embodiments, the specific configuration and arrangement of the energy port cover 2 and the energy port seat 4, as well as the beneficial effects brought about by their design, can also be found in the descriptions of the above exemplary embodiments.

[0094] The energy port assembly of this embodiment, by adopting the above design, can integrate the air intake function into the energy port cover 2, thereby reducing the number of parts and assembly steps during vehicle manufacturing, shortening the production cycle, improving vehicle manufacturing efficiency, and reducing production costs.

[0095] An embodiment of the second aspect of this application provides a vehicle, still referring to... Figures 1 to 4 and Figure 11 As shown, the side panel 1 of the vehicle has a recessed space K that is recessed into the vehicle interior. The energy port assembly described above is provided in the recessed space K, and an air inlet 1021 is provided on the side wall of the recessed space K. The air inlet 1021 is connected to the engine in the vehicle through an air intake pipe 5.

[0096] In some exemplary implementations, combined with Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the side panel 1 includes a connected outer side panel 101 and an inner side panel 102. A recessed space K is formed by the inner side panel 102 being recessed towards the vehicle interior. The outer side panel 101 has an opening 1011 corresponding to the recessed space K. By including an outer side panel 101 and an inner side panel 102 in the side panel 1, the structural strength of the side panel area can be significantly improved compared to a single-layer panel. Furthermore, by forming the recessed space K through the recess of the inner side panel 102, the overall structural strength of the inner side panel 102 and the side panel 1 can be improved, thus contributing to enhanced vehicle body side impact resistance.

[0097] In addition, by designing the recessed space K on the inner side panel 102, components such as the energy port assembly and the air intake 1021 can be installed on the inner side panel 102 first, and then assembled with the outer side panel 101, which can further improve manufacturing efficiency.

[0098] In specific implementation, for example Figure 12 As shown, the opening 1011 on the outer side panel 101 can be set as a rectangle extending in the left-right direction of the vehicle, and the opening 1011 can be adapted to the projection of the outer cover panel 201 in the left-right direction of the vehicle without affecting the opening of the energy port cover 2, so as to have a better sense of refinement. In addition, the inner side panel 102 is provided with a mounting opening 1022 located at the bottom of the recessed space K, and the aforementioned energy port assembly is installed in the mounting opening 1022.

[0099] In some exemplary embodiments, both the outer side panel 101 and the inner side panel 102 are made of aluminum alloy. This not only reduces the overall weight of the side panel 1, facilitating lightweight vehicle design and improving engine fuel economy, but also, aluminum alloy has good thermoplasticity, allowing for the creation of curved surface features such as the gradually deepening recessed space K in the inner side panel 102 through processes like extrusion, stamping, and forging, thus reducing manufacturing costs and complexity.

[0100] It should be noted that, in addition to making both the outer side panel 101 and the inner side panel 102 made of aluminum alloy, it is also possible to make only the outer side panel 101 made of aluminum alloy, while the inner side panel 102 is made of other materials. Alternatively, it is possible to make only the inner side panel 102 made of aluminum alloy, while the outer side panel 101 is made of other materials.

[0101] In some exemplary embodiments, the intake pipe 5 is mounted on the engine compartment longitudinal beam 3 of the vehicle, with one end of the intake pipe 5 connected to the air intake 1021 and the other end connected to the air filter 6, which is connected to the engine. Since the engine compartment longitudinal beam 3 is a crucial load-bearing structure of the vehicle, it is generally made of high-strength steel or aluminum alloy and is extremely rigid. Fixing the intake pipe 5 to the engine compartment longitudinal beam 3 utilizes the structural strength of the beam to provide rigid support for the pipe, effectively preventing the risk of pipe shaking, loosening, or even breakage caused by vehicle bumps or engine vibration.

[0102] In addition, fixing the intake pipe 5 to the longitudinal beam 3 of the engine compartment helps to maintain its shape, effectively avoids changes in the intake cross-sectional area caused by vibration and deformation, helps to ensure stable intake flow, and thus improves engine combustion efficiency.

[0103] In specific implementation, for example, it can be like this Figure 11 As shown, an extended mounting base 501 is provided on the intake pipe 5, and is bolted to the engine compartment longitudinal beam 3 via the mounting base 501. Furthermore, similar to existing technology, the intake pipe 5 is connected in series with the air filter 6, and the air filter 6 is also mounted on the engine compartment longitudinal beam 3. Additionally, a muffler can be further installed on the intake pipe 5 according to design requirements. This embodiment mainly involves improvements at the joint between the intake pipe 5 and the inner side panel 102, while the installation of the intake pipe 5, air filter 6, and muffler, as well as their connection to the engine, can all refer to existing structures.

[0104] like Figure 2 As shown, in some exemplary embodiments, one end of the intake pipe 5 connected to the intake port 1021 abuts against the inner side panel 102, and a seal 7 is provided between the intake pipe 5 and the inner side panel 102. Since the connection point between the intake pipe 5 and the inner side panel 102 is a risk location for airflow leakage, the seal 7 forms a sealing surface between the intake pipe 5 and the inner side panel 102, facilitating the airtightness of the intake system. Furthermore, the seal 7 fills the gap between the pipe and the inner side panel 102, preventing abnormal noise and rattling from the intake airflow passing through the gap, and effectively preventing frictional noise between the intake pipe 5 and the inner side panel 102.

[0105] In specific implementation, such as Figure 4 and Figure 11As shown, a convex ring protruding radially outward can be provided at one end of the intake pipe 5 that abuts against the inner side panel 102, and the sealing element 7 can be sandwiched between the convex ring and the inner side panel 102. Furthermore, the sealing element 7 can specifically be sealing foam. The convex ring increases the contact area between the intake pipe 5 and the inner side panel 102, thereby improving the secure installation of the sealing element 7.

[0106] It should be noted that, under normal circumstances, even if a small amount of water enters the intake manifold 5, it can be absorbed by the air filter 6 and will not affect the normal operation of the engine. Furthermore, in some exemplary embodiments, it is also possible to... Figure 14 As shown, a drain outlet 505 is provided at the lowest point of the air intake pipe 5, and a drain cavity 502 is located below the drain outlet 505 and communicates with the drain outlet 505. The drain cavity 502 is conical, and a water outlet 504 is provided at the bottom of the drain cavity 502, as well as a sealing ball 503 for sealing the water outlet 504.

[0107] Therefore, when there is little water in the intake pipe 5, it can enter the drain chamber 502 through the drain outlet 505 and collect. When there is a lot of water in the drain chamber 502, the sealing ball 503 rises under the action of buoyancy, and the water can be discharged through the outlet 504 at the bottom of the drain chamber 502. After the water is discharged, the sealing ball 503 resumes to seal the outlet 504 under the action of gravity, which can prevent air from escaping.

[0108] In some exemplary embodiments, the recessed space K is located near the rear of the vehicle, specifically at the rear of the side panel 1, i.e., on the rear side panel of the vehicle body. Because the airflow at the rear is relatively stable and slower during vehicle operation, it is more easily guided into the air intake 1021, thereby improving intake efficiency. Simultaneously, the relatively stable airflow at the rear of the side panel 1 allows for more uniform airflow into the air intake 1021, effectively reducing engine instability caused by airflow fluctuations.

[0109] In this embodiment, the vehicle, by providing the energy port assembly as described above, eliminates the need to open an additional air intake 1021 on the side panel 101, thereby reducing assembly steps, saving assembly time, and improving manufacturing efficiency.

[0110] The above descriptions are merely some embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. The technical features or structures in the foregoing different embodiments can be arbitrarily combined to form other specific technical solutions as needed. For those skilled in the art, this application can have various modifications and variations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. An energy inlet assembly, applied to a vehicle and used at least for charging the vehicle with a preset energy source, characterized in that: The energy port assembly is disposed on the side panel (1) of the vehicle and located in the recessed space (K) on the side panel (1). The energy port assembly includes an energy port seat (4) disposed on the side panel (1) and an energy port cover (2) disposed on the energy port seat (4) that can be opened and closed. The energy port cover (2) is provided with a recess (P) that is recessed into the vehicle side, and an air inlet located on the side wall of the recess (P). When the energy port cover (2) is closed, the air inlet can communicate with the air inlet (1021) on the side wall of the recessed space (K).

2. The energy port assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The energy port cover (2) is provided with a partition, and the air inlet is divided into multiple air inlet branches by the partition; When the energy port cover (2) is closed, each of the air inlet branches can communicate with the air inlet (1021).

3. The energy port assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The partition includes a plurality of partition ribs (2011) integrally formed on the energy port cover (2), the plurality of partition ribs (2011) being located inside the air inlet and dividing the air inlet into a plurality of air inlet branch holes.

4. The energy port assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the groove (P) has a guide slope that guides gas into the air inlet.

5. The energy port assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: From front to back in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, the depth of the groove (P) gradually increases, and the air intake is located on the rear sidewall of the groove (P).

6. The energy port assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The energy port cover (2) includes an inner cover plate (202) hinged at one end to the energy port seat (4), and an outer cover plate (201) disposed on the inner cover plate (202); The groove (P) is provided on the outer plate (201) of the cover.

7. A vehicle, characterized in that: The side panel (1) of the vehicle is provided with a recessed space (K) that is recessed into the vehicle interior. The recessed space (K) is provided with an energy port assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, and an air inlet (1021) is provided on the side wall of the recessed space (K). The air intake (1021) is connected to the engine inside the vehicle via the air intake pipe (5).

8. The vehicle according to claim 7, characterized in that: The side panel (1) includes a connected outer side panel (101) and an inner side panel (102); The recessed space (K) is formed by the inner side panel (102) being recessed towards the inside of the vehicle, and the outer side panel (101) is provided with an opening (1011) corresponding to the recessed space (K).

9. The vehicle according to claim 7, characterized in that: The intake pipe (5) is installed on the longitudinal beam (3) of the vehicle's engine compartment; One end of the intake pipe (5) is communicated with the air inlet (1021), and the other end of the intake pipe (5) is communicated with an air cleaner (6), and the air cleaner (6) is communicated with the engine.

10. The vehicle of any one of claims 7-9, characterized in that: The recessed space (K) is located at the rear of the side wall (1) and close to the tail end of the vehicle.

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