An upper shroud with a camera

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of automotive injection molding technology, and solves the problem of insufficient installation stability and poor protective effect when integrating a camera-equipped upper cover with a rearview mirror. Specifically, it discloses an upper cover with a camera, including a first cover segment and a second cover segment connected together. A camera mounting hole is provided at the connection point between the first and second cover segments. The wall of the camera mounting hole protrudes from one side of the upper cover surface, and the interior of the camera mounting hole connects to the other side of the upper cover. At least two connectors are provided around the camera mounting hole on both the first and second cover segments. Multiple hooks are also provided on both the first and second cover segments. The camera mounting hole is used to install a panoramic camera, the connectors are used to connect to the external mirror component, and the hooks are used to connect to the external rearview mirror frame component. This utility model is used for automotive rearview mirror assemblies and features a more secure installation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive injection molding technology, and in particular to an upper cover with a camera. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of automotive technology, rearview mirrors, as a key component for ensuring driving safety, are also undergoing continuous technological innovation. Rearview mirror covers, as an important part of the rearview mirror assembly, not only protect the internal structure but also influence the functionality of the rearview mirror to some extent.

[0003] Existing rearview mirror covers for integrating panoramic cameras have significant shortcomings: the structural design of the cover is not specifically optimized for camera installation, and the camera is usually directly exposed or simply embedded in the cover surface, resulting in poor installation stability. It is prone to angular displacement due to vehicle vibration, and lacks an effective protective structure, making the lens susceptible to rain, dust contamination, and external collision damage, affecting the shooting effect and service life.

[0004] Meanwhile, the existing upper cover and rearview mirror mirror components and middle frame components are mostly connected by a decentralized fixing structure, lacking a centralized connection design that matches the camera installation position. This results in low positioning accuracy and large fitting gaps during the assembly of each component, which not only increases the assembly process and cost, but also makes it difficult to achieve compact integration of the camera, cover, mirror components and middle frame components, affecting the overall structural stability and appearance consistency of the rearview mirror. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the problem of insufficient installation stability and poor protective effect when integrating a camera-equipped upper cover with a rearview mirror in existing technologies, this utility model provides an upper cover with a camera.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this utility model is:

[0007] A camera-equipped upper cover includes a first cover plate segment and a second cover plate segment. The first cover plate segment is connected to the second cover plate segment. A camera mounting hole is provided at the connection between the first cover plate segment and the second cover plate segment. The wall of the camera mounting hole protrudes from one side of the upper cover surface and the inside of the camera mounting hole communicates with the other side of the upper cover.

[0008] The first and second cover plate sections are provided with at least two plug-in components around the camera mounting hole. The first and second cover plate sections are also provided with multiple hook components. The camera mounting hole is used to install a panoramic camera. The plug-in components are used to connect external mirror components. The hook components are used to connect external rearview mirror frame components.

[0009] Furthermore, a vehicle body connection end is provided at one end of the first cover plate segment away from the second cover plate segment, and a vehicle body connection component is provided on the vehicle body connection end, which is used to connect the rearview mirror connection end of the external vehicle body.

[0010] Furthermore, the vehicle body connecting assembly includes a limiting rib, a mirror connecting buckle, and a connecting strip. The connecting strip is disposed at the edge of the first cover plate segment, and the mirror connecting buckle is disposed between the limiting rib and the connecting strip.

[0011] The mirror connecting buckle has a mirror connecting groove, which is used to connect with the back of the rearview mirror mirror component. The limiting rib is used to limit the connection between the rearview mirror and the vehicle body, and the connecting strip is used to connect with the rearview mirror connecting end of the vehicle body.

[0012] Furthermore, a buffer section is provided at the end of the second cover plate segment away from the first cover plate segment. The surface of the buffer section is curved, and the end surface of the buffer section is arc-shaped.

[0013] Furthermore, multiple middle frame connecting buckles are provided along the opposite edges of the first cover plate segment and the second cover plate segment. The middle frame connecting buckles are provided with middle frame buckle slots and are used to connect the middle frame of the rearview mirror.

[0014] Furthermore, a wiring groove is provided on one side edge of the second cover plate segment, and multiple mounting guide blocks are arranged on the side edge of the second cover plate segment opposite to the camera mounting hole. The mounting guide blocks are triangular protrusions and are used to guide the assembly of the rearview mirror assembly.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] The upper cover of this utility model features a camera mounting hole at the connection between the first and second cover plate sections, with the hole wall protruding from the cover surface. This provides a dedicated mounting position for the panoramic camera, enhancing installation stability and reducing angular deviation caused by vehicle vibration. The protruding hole wall structure also provides physical protection for the camera, reducing direct intrusion from rainwater and dust, as well as collision damage. Simultaneously, the connectors surrounding the mounting hole precisely align with the mirror component, and multiple hooks connect to the rearview mirror's frame component. This achieves centralized and integrated connection of the camera, cover, mirror component, and frame component, improving the assembly and positioning accuracy of each component, reducing clearances, and lowering assembly steps and costs. This not only ensures the camera's shooting stability and lifespan but also enhances the overall structural stability and aesthetic consistency of the rearview mirror. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the upper protective cover of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A partial view of the connecting end of the CRRC body;

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view along the BB direction;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view along the CC direction;

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view along the FF direction;

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view along the HH direction;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a side view of the upper protective cover structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view of the upper protective cover of this utility model.

[0025] Figure label:

[0026] 1-First cover plate section, 2-Second cover plate section, 3-Camera mounting hole, 4-Plug-in component, 5-Hook component, 6-Vehicle body connection end, 7-Limiting rib, 8-Mirror connecting buckle, 9-Connecting strip, 10-Buffer section, 11-Middle frame connecting buckle, 12-Wire routing groove, 13-Installation guide block. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] This embodiment is an upper protective cover with a camera, such as... Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, it includes a first cover plate segment 1 and a second cover plate segment 2. The first cover plate segment 1 is connected to the second cover plate segment 2. A camera mounting hole 3 is provided at the connection between the first cover plate segment 1 and the second cover plate segment 2. The hole wall of the camera mounting hole 3 protrudes from one side of the upper cover surface and the inside of the camera mounting hole 3 is connected to the other side of the upper cover. At least two plug-in parts 4 are provided around the camera mounting hole 3 on the first cover plate segment 1 and the second cover plate segment 2. Multiple hook parts 5 are also provided on the first cover plate segment 1 and the second cover plate segment 2 respectively. The camera mounting hole 3 is used to install a panoramic camera, the plug-in parts 4 are used to connect external mirror parts, and the hook parts 5 are used to connect external rearview mirror frame parts.

[0030] The upper cover of this utility model forms an integral structure through the connection of the first cover plate segment 1 and the second cover plate segment 2. The two can be integrally molded. The camera mounting hole 3 at the connection provides installation space for the panoramic camera, and the protrusion on the hole wall helps to stabilize the camera during assembly. The plug-in part 4 around the camera mounting hole 3 cooperates with the external mirror part, and the hook part 5 connects with the rearview mirror frame part. This allows the upper cover to not only support the panoramic camera but also achieve stable docking with the mirror part and the frame part, integrating installation and connection functions and improving the synergy between components.

[0031] As an optional embodiment, a magnetic connector can be used instead of the plug connector 4 to connect the mirror component. The magnetic attraction enables quick docking and disassembly while maintaining the stability of the connection. The hook component 5 can be replaced with a bolt connector, which enhances the connection strength with the rearview mirror frame through threaded engagement, making it suitable for scenarios with higher requirements for connection firmness.

[0032] Example 2

[0033] This implementation is based on the aforementioned embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, a vehicle body connecting end 6 is provided at the end of the first cover plate segment 1 away from the second cover plate segment 2. A vehicle body connecting assembly is provided on the vehicle body connecting end 6, which is used to connect to the rearview mirror connecting end of the external vehicle body. In this embodiment, the upper cover and the rearview mirror connecting end of the vehicle body are connected through the vehicle body connecting end 6 and the vehicle body connecting assembly at the end of the first cover plate segment 1. The vehicle body connecting assembly, as an intermediate connecting structure, fixes the upper cover to the vehicle body, ensuring that the upper cover and the installed camera and external components can work stably with the vehicle body, thus enhancing the reliability of the overall structure's connection to the vehicle body.

[0034] As an optional embodiment, the vehicle body connection end 6 can be replaced by an elastic snap-fit ​​assembly instead of the original vehicle body connection assembly. The elastic deformation of the snap-fit ​​assembly is used to snap into the corresponding connection position of the vehicle body, thereby improving assembly efficiency.

[0035] Example 3

[0036] This implementation is based on the aforementioned embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the vehicle body connection assembly includes a limiting rib 7, a mirror connecting buckle 8, and a connecting strip 9. The connecting strip 9 is disposed on the edge of the first cover plate section 1, and the mirror connecting buckle 8 is disposed between the limiting rib 7 and the connecting strip 9. The mirror connecting buckle 8 has a mirror connecting groove and is used to connect with the back side of the rearview mirror mirror component. The limiting rib 7 is used to limit the connection between the rearview mirror and the vehicle body, and the connecting strip 9 is used to connect with the rearview mirror connection end of the vehicle body.

[0037] In this embodiment, the limiting rib 7, mirror connecting buckle 8, and connecting insert 9 of the vehicle body connection assembly work together in a differentiated manner. The connecting insert 9 mates with the connection end of the rearview mirror, the mirror connecting buckle 8 connects to the back side of the rearview mirror mirror component through the mirror connecting groove, and the limiting rib 7 restricts displacement during the connection process. This structure makes the connection between the upper cover and the vehicle body and the rearview mirror mirror component more precise, reduces the possibility of loosening, and improves the stability and adaptability of the multi-component connection.

[0038] As an optional embodiment, the limiting rib 7 can be replaced with an adjustable limiting block, which can be adjusted to adapt to the connection requirements of different sizes of rearview mirrors and vehicle bodies; the mirror connecting buckle 8 can be replaced with a Velcro connection structure, which uses the adhesive force of Velcro to connect with the back of the rearview mirror mirror, making it easier for later maintenance and replacement.

[0039] Example 4

[0040] This implementation is based on the aforementioned embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, a buffer section 10 is provided at the end of the second cover plate segment 2 away from the first cover plate segment 1. The surface of the buffer section 10 is curved, and the end surface of the buffer section 10 is arc-shaped. In this embodiment, the buffer section 10 uses a curved surface and an arc-shaped end. When the vehicle encounters a minor collision or contact while driving, the curved surface can disperse the impact force, and the arc-shaped end reduces concentrated force. This structure can reduce the risk of damage to the buffer section 10 and surrounding components, enhance the protective performance of the upper cover, and extend its service life.

[0041] As an optional embodiment, the buffer section 10 can be made of an elastic material, such as rubber, to absorb the impact force of the collision and enhance the buffering effect by utilizing the elasticity of the material itself; alternatively, a spring assembly can be set inside the buffer section 10 to further buffer the external force through the extension and contraction of the spring, thereby improving the protection of the upper cover.

[0042] Example 5

[0043] This implementation is based on the aforementioned embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 7 As shown, in this embodiment, multiple middle frame connecting buckles 11 are provided along the opposite edges of the first cover plate segment 1 and the second cover plate segment 2. Each middle frame connecting buckle 11 has a middle frame buckle groove and is used to connect to the rearview mirror middle frame component. In this embodiment, the middle frame connecting buckle 11 cooperates with the rearview mirror middle frame component through the middle frame buckle groove, working together with the original hook component 5 to connect the upper cover to the middle frame component from multiple edge positions. This multi-point connection method increases the contact area and fixing strength, preventing the middle frame component from shaking during use and improving the overall structural stability.

[0044] As an optional embodiment, a mortise and tenon structure can be used to replace the middle frame connecting buckle 11. The cooperation of the tenon and mortise can achieve precise docking between the upper cover and the middle frame, thereby improving the tightness of the connection.

[0045] Example 6

[0046] This implementation is based on the aforementioned embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 6 As shown, in this embodiment, a wiring groove 12 is provided on one side edge of the second cover plate segment 2. Multiple mounting guide blocks 13 are arranged on the side edge of the second cover plate segment 2 opposite to the camera mounting hole 3. The mounting guide blocks 13 are triangular protrusions and are used to guide the assembly of the rearview mirror assembly. In this embodiment, the wiring groove 12 provides storage space for the wiring of components such as the camera, preventing messy wiring from affecting assembly or use. The triangular mounting guide blocks 13 guide the alignment of components during rearview mirror assembly, reducing assembly deviations. This structure makes the wiring layout more organized and improves assembly efficiency and accuracy.

[0047] As an optional embodiment, the wiring trough 12 can be configured as an openable and closable structure, such as by adding a movable cover plate, which can be closed after wiring is completed to hide and protect the wiring; the mounting guide block 13 can be changed to an arc-shaped protrusion, which guides the assembly of the rearview mirror assembly through the arc-shaped surface, reducing frictional resistance during assembly, while still providing a good guiding effect.

[0048] The embodiments described above merely illustrate specific implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A protective cover with a camera, characterized in that, It includes a first cover plate segment and a second cover plate segment. The first cover plate segment is connected to the second cover plate segment. A camera mounting hole is provided at the connection between the first cover plate segment and the second cover plate segment. The wall of the camera mounting hole protrudes from one side of the upper cover surface and the inside of the camera mounting hole is connected to the other side of the upper cover. The first and second cover plate sections are provided with at least two plug-in components around the camera mounting hole. The first and second cover plate sections are also provided with multiple hook components. The camera mounting hole is used to install a panoramic camera. The plug-in components are used to connect external mirror components. The hook components are used to connect external rearview mirror frame components.

2. The upper protective cover with camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, A vehicle body connection end is provided at one end of the first cover plate segment away from the second cover plate segment. A vehicle body connection component is provided on the vehicle body connection end, and the vehicle body connection component is used to connect the rearview mirror connection end of the external vehicle body.

3. The upper protective cover with camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle body connecting assembly includes a limiting rib, a mirrored connecting buckle, and a connecting strip. The connecting strip is disposed at the edge of the first cover plate segment, and the mirrored connecting buckle is disposed between the limiting rib and the connecting strip. The mirror connecting buckle has a mirror connecting groove, which is used to connect with the back of the rearview mirror mirror component. The limiting rib is used to limit the connection between the rearview mirror and the vehicle body, and the connecting strip is used to connect with the rearview mirror connecting end of the vehicle body.

4. The upper protective cover with camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, A buffer section is provided at one end of the second cover plate segment away from the first cover plate segment. The surface of the buffer section is curved, and the end surface of the buffer section is arc-shaped.

5. The upper protective cover with camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple middle frame connecting buckles are provided on the upper edges of the first cover plate segment and the second cover plate segment on opposite sides. The middle frame connecting buckles are provided with middle frame buckle slots and are used to connect the middle frame of the rearview mirror.

6. The upper protective cover with camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, A wiring groove is provided on one side edge of the second cover plate section. Multiple mounting guide blocks are arranged on the side edge of the second cover plate section opposite to the camera mounting hole. The mounting guide blocks are triangular protrusions and are used to guide the assembly of the rearview mirror assembly.

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