Mounting structure and vehicle

Abstract

The embodiment of the application relates to the technical field of automobile parts, and discloses an installation structure and a vehicle. The installation structure is used for installing a connector, and comprises a body used for installing the connector, a first clamping structure comprising a clamping groove structure and a clamping column, the clamping groove structure is arranged on the body, the clamping groove structure has a clamping groove, the clamping column is used for being fixed on the surface of a vehicle body sheet metal, and the body is used for being connected with the surface of the vehicle body sheet metal through the detachable connection of the clamping groove and the clamping column. The use of the installation structure provided by the application can avoid the opening of holes on the vehicle body sheet metal and the water leakage of the vehicle body.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and more particularly to an mounting structure and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of automotive intelligence, a large number of wiring harnesses are needed to connect vehicle components in the passenger compartment. Some of these wiring harnesses need to pass under the seats. On the one hand, shorter wiring harness paths can save on wiring harness material costs. On the other hand, the seats can cover the wiring harnesses, preventing them from being exposed and improving the cleanliness of the passenger compartment.

[0003] Wiring harnesses are typically connected via connectors. These connectors can be placed at the bottom of the seat and secured to the body panel at the bottom of the seat via brackets. This improves the installation stability of the connectors and prevents displacement of the wiring harnesses and connectors.

[0004] However, the connectors in the aforementioned technologies require holes to be drilled in the body sheet metal during installation, which poses a risk of water leakage to the body. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the present application provides an installation structure and vehicle to solve the technical problem in the above-mentioned related technologies that the installation of connectors with body sheet metal requires drilling holes in the body sheet metal, which leads to the risk of water leakage in the body.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this application embodiment is implemented as follows:

[0007] A first aspect of this application provides an installation structure for installing a connector, comprising:

[0008] The main body is used to mount the connector;

[0009] The first snap-fit ​​structure includes a slot structure and a snap-fit ​​post;

[0010] The slot structure is disposed on the body, the slot structure has a snap-fit ​​groove, the snap-fit ​​post is used to fix it to the surface of the body sheet metal, and the body is used to connect to the surface of the body sheet metal through the snap-fit ​​groove and the snap-fit ​​post in a detachable connection.

[0011] This application provides an installation structure that uses the main body as the mounting carrier for the connector. Combined with the engagement of the slot structure and the snap-fit ​​post in the first snap-fit ​​structure, it achieves an installation method that eliminates the need for drilling holes in the vehicle body sheet metal. The snap-fit ​​post is directly fixed to the surface of the vehicle body sheet metal, avoiding the risk of water and air leakage caused by drilling holes in the sheet metal in traditional solutions. The slot structure is located on the main body, and the detachable connection between the slot and the snap-fit ​​post ensures a stable connection between the main body and the vehicle body sheet metal while facilitating disassembly and maintenance. The snap-fit ​​post, as an independent fixing unit, does not require integrated processing with the vehicle body sheet metal, simplifying the vehicle body structure design. The engagement of the slot and the snap-fit ​​post uses mechanical snap-fit ​​instead of traditional welding or bolt fixing, reducing installation complexity while meeting the reliability requirements of connector installation.

[0012] In some embodiments of this application, the first snap-fit ​​structure includes two, which are arranged at intervals, and the body is used to be detachably connected to the body sheet metal through the two first snap-fit ​​structures.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, the body has a first mounting hole;

[0014] The card slot structure includes:

[0015] The first snap-fit ​​arm is disposed in the first mounting hole, with one end disposed on the inner wall of the first mounting hole and the other end extending toward the center of the first mounting hole;

[0016] The second snap-fit ​​arm is disposed in the first mounting hole and is disposed on the inner wall of the first mounting hole at a position corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​arm. The other end of the second snap-fit ​​arm extends toward the center of the first mounting hole.

[0017] There is a gap between the first snap-fit ​​arm and the second snap-fit ​​arm, the gap being used to form the snap-fit ​​groove, and the first snap-fit ​​arm and the second snap-fit ​​arm together are used to snap the snap-fit ​​post.

[0018] In some embodiments of this application, the first snap-fit ​​arm is a first elastic arm, and the second snap-fit ​​arm is a second elastic arm. The first elastic arm and the second elastic arm are used to adjust the slot size of the snap-fit ​​groove through elastic deformation under the action of external force.

[0019] In some embodiments of this application, the first snap-fit ​​arm has a first abutting surface for abutting the snap-fit ​​post, and the second snap-fit ​​arm has a second abutting surface for abutting the snap-fit ​​post;

[0020] The first abutting surface has a first protrusion, the second abutting surface has a second protrusion, and the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post has an annular groove. The first protrusion and the second protrusion are used to snap into the annular groove.

[0021] In some embodiments of this application, the inner wall of the snap-fit ​​groove is provided with an elastic layer, which is used to press against the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post through elastic deformation.

[0022] In some embodiments of this application, the slot structure and the body are integrally injection molded structures.

[0023] In some embodiments of this application, the mounting structure further includes a second snap-fit ​​structure for detachably connecting the body to the connector.

[0024] In some embodiments of this application, the second snap-fit ​​structure includes:

[0025] The main body has a second mounting hole, and the locking block is disposed in the second mounting hole;

[0026] A snap fastener is used to secure the connector and to detachably connect with the card block.

[0027] A second aspect of this application provides a vehicle including a vehicle body and the mounting structure described above. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 A first-view structural schematic diagram of an installation structure with a connector provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 2 A second-view structural schematic diagram of an installation structure with a connector provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of an installation structure provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] 10. Installation structure; 20. Connector;

[0033] 100. Ontology;

[0034] 110. First mounting hole; 120. Second mounting hole;

[0035] 200. First snap-fit ​​structure;

[0036] 210. Slot structure;

[0037] 211. Card slot; 212. First card arm; 213. Second card arm;

[0038] 300. Second snap-fit ​​structure;

[0039] 310. Card block; 320. Buckle. Detailed Implementation

[0040] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the specific technical solutions of this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this application. The following embodiments are used to illustrate this application, but are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0041] In the embodiments of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more.

[0042] Furthermore, in the embodiments of this application, directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are defined relative to the positions in which the components are schematically placed in the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that these directional terms are relative concepts, used for relative description and clarification, and can change accordingly depending on the position of the components in the accompanying drawings.

[0043] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the term "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium.

[0044] In embodiments of this application, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0045] In the embodiments of this application, the terms "exemplary" or "for example" are used to indicate that something is an example, illustration, or description. Any embodiment or design that is described as "exemplary" or "for example" in the embodiments of this application should not be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments or design. Specifically, the use of the terms "exemplary" or "for example" is intended to present the relevant concepts in a specific manner.

[0046] The connectors in the aforementioned technologies require openings in the body sheet metal during installation, posing a risk of water leakage. This issue arises because existing technologies typically use mounting structures like slotted holes or keyholes for connector clips, all of which require openings in the sheet metal. Vehicle structural design specifications mandate that connectors have mounting points provided by the vehicle body. When the connector's mounting position cannot be adjusted due to space constraints, cost, or operator limitations, openings in the body are usually necessary. However, when dealing with single-layer body sheet metal, these openings penetrate both the interior and exterior of the vehicle, increasing the risk of water ingress and air leakage.

[0047] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides an installation structure and vehicle. The installation structure uses the main body as the mounting carrier for the connector. Combined with the engagement of the slot structure and the snap-fit ​​post in the first snap-fit ​​structure, an installation method that eliminates the need for drilling holes in the vehicle body sheet metal is achieved. The snap-fit ​​post is directly fixed to the surface of the vehicle body sheet metal, avoiding the risk of water and air leakage caused by drilling holes in the sheet metal in traditional solutions. The slot structure is located on the main body, and the detachable connection between the slot and the snap-fit ​​post ensures a stable connection between the main body and the vehicle body sheet metal while facilitating disassembly and maintenance. The snap-fit ​​post, as an independent fixing unit, does not require integrated processing with the vehicle body sheet metal, simplifying the vehicle body structure design. The engagement of the slot and the snap-fit ​​post uses mechanical snap-fit ​​instead of traditional welding or bolt fixing, reducing installation complexity while meeting the reliability requirements of connector installation.

[0048] The installation structure and vehicle provided in this application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0049] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 This application provides an installation structure 10 for installing a connector 20, which may include a body 100 and a first snap-fit ​​structure 200.

[0050] The body 100 is used to mount the connector 20. The body 100 refers to the mounting base that carries the connector 20, and can be made of injection-molded plastic parts, serving as an integrated carrier for multiple functional structures.

[0051] The first snap-fit ​​structure 200 may include a snap-fit ​​structure 210 and a snap-fit ​​post. The snap-fit ​​structure 210 is disposed on the body 100, and the snap-fit ​​structure 210 has a snap-fit ​​groove 211. The snap-fit ​​post is used to fix to the surface of the body sheet metal, and the body 100 is used to connect to the surface of the body sheet metal through the detachable connection of the snap-fit ​​groove 211 and the snap-fit ​​post.

[0052] The slot structure 210 refers to the recessed structure that forms a snap-fit ​​engagement. Specifically, it can be composed of two oppositely arranged elastic arms, with the gap between the two elastic arms forming the snap-fit ​​groove 211. Locking with the snap-fit ​​post is achieved through elastic deformation. The snap-fit ​​post refers to the protruding structure fixed to the surface of the vehicle body. Specifically, it can be a welded or bonded metal cylinder with a diameter slightly larger than the natural opening size of the snap-fit ​​groove 211. It is inserted into the snap-fit ​​mechanism through an interference fit.

[0053] Specifically, when connector 20 needs to be installed, the snap-fit ​​groove 211 on the body 100 is aligned with the snap-fit ​​post on the vehicle body surface. Pressure is applied to make the snap-fit ​​post fully enter the snap-fit ​​groove 211. The snap-fit ​​structure 210 uses its own elastic force generated by the interference fit to hold the snap-fit ​​post, forming a stable mechanical connection. During disassembly, a reverse force is applied to widen the snap-fit ​​groove 211, thus separating the body 100 from the vehicle body. This process eliminates the need to machine through holes in the vehicle body sheet metal; the snap-fit ​​post is directly fixed to the sheet metal surface, avoiding damage to the vehicle body's sealing performance.

[0054] This application provides an installation structure 10. The installation structure 10 uses a body 100 as the mounting carrier for the connector 20. Combined with the engagement of the slot structure 210 and the snap-fit ​​post in the first snap-fit ​​structure 200, it achieves an installation method that eliminates the need for drilling holes in the vehicle body sheet metal. The snap-fit ​​post is directly fixed to the surface of the vehicle body sheet metal, avoiding the risk of water and air leakage caused by drilling holes in the sheet metal in traditional solutions. The slot structure 210 is located on the body 100, and the detachable connection between the slot 211 and the snap-fit ​​post ensures a stable connection between the body 100 and the vehicle body sheet metal while facilitating disassembly and maintenance. The snap-fit ​​post, as an independent fixing unit, does not require integrated processing with the vehicle body sheet metal, simplifying the vehicle body structure design. The engagement between the slot 211 and the snap-fit ​​post uses mechanical snap-fit ​​instead of traditional welding or bolt fixing, reducing installation complexity while meeting the reliability requirements of the connector 20 installation.

[0055] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the first snap-fit ​​structure 200 may include two, with the two first snap-fit ​​structures 200 arranged at intervals, and the body 100 is used to detachably connect to the body sheet metal through the two first snap-fit ​​structures 200.

[0056] The "interval arrangement" refers to the spatial distribution of the two first snap-fit ​​structures 200 at a specific distance or angle. This can be achieved through a symmetrical or asymmetrical layout, thereby restricting the rotational freedom of the body 100 around the snap-fit ​​post axis by forming a geometric constraint relationship. The two first snap-fit ​​structures 200 refer to two independent snap-fit ​​units. Each unit includes the mating relationship between the slot structure 210 and the snap-fit ​​post. This can be achieved through injection molding or modular assembly, dispersing the torque load through multi-point fixation.

[0057] By setting two spaced-apart first snap-fit ​​structures 200, the connection point between the body 100 and the body sheet metal is changed from a single point to a multi-point distribution. The two first snap-fit ​​structures 200 form a symmetrical or specific angle layout in space. When the body 100 is subjected to a rotational force, the two first snap-fit ​​structures 200 share the torque and restrain each other, thereby limiting the degree of freedom of the body 100 to rotate around the snap-fit ​​column axis. The spaced-apart design increases the lever arm length of the first snap-fit ​​structure 200, improves the torsional resistance, and avoids the stress concentration problem caused by single-point fixation. The body 100 is detachably connected to the body sheet metal through the two first snap-fit ​​structures 200, which retains the convenient disassembly characteristics of the mounting structure 10, and forms a stable geometric constraint relationship through the two-point fixation, ultimately achieving the technical effect of preventing circumferential displacement of the connector 20 and the body 100 on the body sheet metal.

[0058] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the body 100 has a first mounting hole 110. The slot structure 210 may include a first latching arm 212 and a second latching arm 213.

[0059] The first latching arm 212 is disposed inside the first mounting hole 110, with one end disposed on the inner wall of the first mounting hole 110 and the other end extending toward the center of the first mounting hole 110.

[0060] The second snap-fit ​​arm 213 is disposed inside the first mounting hole 110 and is disposed on the inner wall of the first mounting hole 110 at a position corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​arm 212. The other end of the second snap-fit ​​arm 213 extends toward the center of the first mounting hole 110.

[0061] There is a gap between the first snap-fit ​​arm 212 and the second snap-fit ​​arm 213, which is used to form a snap-fit ​​groove 211. The first snap-fit ​​arm 212 and the second snap-fit ​​arm 213 are used together to snap-fit ​​the snap-fit ​​post.

[0062] The first mounting hole 110 refers to a through-hole structure formed on the body 100, which can be formed by injection molding. It serves as the mounting carrier for the slot structure 210, providing fixed support for the snap-fit ​​arm. The first snap-fit ​​arm 212 refers to a cantilever structure extending from the inner wall of the first mounting hole 110 towards the center of the hole. It can be made of plastic material integrally molded with the body 100, forming an elastic clamping surface through the cantilever structure. The second snap-fit ​​arm 213 refers to a cantilever structure symmetrically arranged with the first snap-fit ​​arm 212. It can be manufactured using the same molding process, forming a symmetrical clamping space to restrict the displacement of the snap-fit ​​post. The snap-fit ​​groove 211 refers to a groove-shaped space formed by the interval between the first snap-fit ​​arm 212 and the second snap-fit ​​arm 213. The groove width can be controlled by adjusting the extension length of the cantilever, directly constraining the radial degree of freedom of the snap-fit ​​post.

[0063] This technical solution provides a fixed foundation for the slot structure 210 by setting a first mounting hole 110 on the body 100 as a carrier. The first latching arm 212 and the second latching arm 213 extend from the inner wall of the first mounting hole 110 toward the center of the hole, forming a symmetrical clamping structure. Among them, one end of the first latching arm 212 is fixed to the inner wall, and the other end extends outward. The second latching arm 213 adopts the same layout but is located in the corresponding position. The gap formed between the two constitutes the latching groove 211.

[0064] This design directly constrains the radial displacement of the locking post by limiting the physical space of the two locking arms, while simultaneously enhancing structural strength through the support of the inner wall of the mounting hole. The corresponding positional arrangement of the first locking arm 212 and the second locking arm 213 enables the locking slot structure 210 to have a symmetrical clamping function, preventing the locking post from shifting under force. By integrating the first locking arm 212 and the second locking arm 213 inside the mounting hole, no additional independent components are required, simplifying the assembly process.

[0065] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the first snap-fit ​​arm 212 is a first elastic arm and the second snap-fit ​​arm 213 is a second elastic arm. The first elastic arm and the second elastic arm are used to adjust the slot size of the snap-fit ​​groove 211 through elastic deformation under the action of external force.

[0066] The first elastic arm refers to a cantilever structure with elastic deformation capability. It can be made of plastic integrally molded with the body 100 using injection molding. Its free end can deflect away from the center of the snap-fit ​​groove 211 under external force. The second elastic arm refers to an elastic cantilever structure symmetrically arranged with the first elastic arm. It can be integrally molded with the body 100 using the same injection molding process. Its free end can deflect in the opposite direction under external force. When both arms deform together, the opening width of the snap-fit ​​groove 211 can be changed, thereby adapting to snap-fit ​​posts of different diameters.

[0067] By designing the first snap-fit ​​arm 212 and the second snap-fit ​​arm 213 as the first elastic arm and the second elastic arm, respectively, both can undergo elastic deformation under external force, thereby dynamically adjusting the slot size of the snap-fit ​​groove 211. This elastic deformation characteristic allows the snap-fit ​​groove 211 to adapt to snap-fit ​​posts of different diameters or shapes, solving the problems of installation difficulties or unstable connections caused by differences in snap-fit ​​post dimensions. The synergistic elastic action of the first and second elastic arms generates a reverse elastic force when the snap-fit ​​post is inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove 211, ensuring that the contact surfaces of the two elastic arms are tightly fitted to the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post, preventing loosening due to gaps. In addition, the elastic deformation capability of the elastic arms also allows the snap-fit ​​post to be squeezed or released by external force during installation or disassembly, achieving the functional requirement of repeated disassembly and assembly while maintaining the durability of the connection structure.

[0068] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the first snap-fit ​​arm 212 has a first abutting surface for abutting against the snap-fit ​​post, and the second snap-fit ​​arm 213 has a second abutting surface for abutting against the snap-fit ​​post. The first abutting surface has a first protrusion, the second abutting surface has a second protrusion, and the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post has an annular groove, with the first and second protrusions used for snapping into the annular groove.

[0069] The first abutting surface refers to the surface of the first latching arm 212 that contacts the latching post. Specifically, it can be implemented as an arc-shaped surface with a first protrusion, used to limit the movement with the annular groove of the latching post. The second abutting surface refers to the surface of the second latching arm 213 that contacts the latching post. Specifically, it can be implemented as an arc-shaped surface with a second protrusion, used to form a complementary fit with the annular groove of the latching post.

[0070] The first protrusion refers to a localized raised structure on the first abutment surface, which can be implemented as a semi-cylindrical or trapezoidal protrusion, used to embed into the sidewall of the annular groove. The second protrusion refers to a localized raised structure on the second abutment surface, which can also be implemented as a semi-cylindrical or trapezoidal protrusion, used to embed into the other sidewall of the annular groove. The annular groove refers to a circumferentially recessed groove on the outer surface of the locking post, which can be formed by turning or stamping, used to accommodate the first and second protrusions.

[0071] This technical solution involves providing a first protrusion and a second protrusion on the first and second contact surfaces, respectively, while simultaneously creating an annular groove on the outer surface of the locking post. This allows the two protrusions to embed into the annular groove. The first and second protrusions form a bidirectional limiting structure within the annular groove of the locking post. The first protrusion, in contact with the side wall of the annular groove, restricts the displacement of the locking post along its axial direction, while the second protrusion, in contact with the other side wall of the annular groove, restricts the radial offset of the locking post. This concave-convex mating structure not only enhances the connection strength through mechanical interlocking but also utilizes the wrapping effect of the annular groove on the protrusions to disperse the pressure of external loads on the single-point contact. Thus, without the need for additional fixing components, it effectively suppresses the loosening tendency of the locking post under vibration or external force.

[0072] In some embodiments, if the first snap-fit ​​arm 212 is a first elastic arm and the second snap-fit ​​arm 213 is a second elastic arm, the first protrusion is disposed on the first elastic arm and the second protrusion is disposed on the second elastic arm. The first protrusion and the second protrusion can smoothly slide into the annular groove during the deformation of the first elastic arm and the second elastic arm, and maintain a stable snap-fit ​​state through elastic force during reset.

[0073] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the inner wall of the snap-fit ​​groove 211 is provided with an elastic layer, which is used to press against the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post through elastic deformation.

[0074] The elastic layer refers to a flexible material layer attached to the inner wall of the snap-fit ​​groove 211. Specifically, it can be made of rubber or silicone, and its thickness can be adjusted to accommodate snap-fit ​​posts of different sizes. This elastic layer undergoes elastic deformation under pressure, thereby increasing the frictional resistance of the contact surface with the snap-fit ​​post. The outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post refers to the outer peripheral surface of the columnar structure that mates with the snap-fit ​​groove 211. Its surface can be smooth or have an anti-slip texture. The elastic layer deforms and adheres to this surface, forming a surface contact.

[0075] This technical solution involves setting an elastic layer on the inner wall of the snap-fit ​​groove 211. Utilizing the inherent deformation capacity of the elastic material, when the snap-fit ​​post is inserted into the groove 211, the elastic layer is compressed and undergoes elastic deformation, thereby creating a continuous clamping force on the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post. This clamping force increases the friction of the contact surface, making the connection between the snap-fit ​​groove structure 210 and the snap-fit ​​post more stable, effectively preventing relative sliding or detachment caused by vibration or external forces. The elastic layer does not require changing the geometry of the original snap-fit ​​structure; dynamic adaptive clamping can be achieved solely through material properties. This retains the convenience of the original detachable connection while compensating for gap problems caused by dimensional tolerances or wear in rigid snap-fit ​​structures.

[0076] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the slot structure 210 and the body 100 are integrally injection molded structures.

[0077] The integrated injection-molded structure refers to the process of molding the slot structure 210 and the body 100 into a single component in a mold using an injection molding process. Specifically, this can be achieved by simultaneously molding polyamide or polycarbonate materials in an injection molding machine. This structure creates a continuous material layer between the slot and the body 100, eliminating the assembly interface of separate structures. The slot structure 210 refers to a mechanical connection unit comprising a snap-fit ​​arm and a snap-fit ​​groove 211, and can be implemented using a U-shaped groove structure with an elastic arm. This structure is formed directly on the surface of the body 100 during the injection molding process, eliminating the need for subsequent assembly steps.

[0078] By designing the slot structure 210 and the body 100 as a single injection-molded structure, the independent parts processing and assembly processes required for traditional split structures are eliminated. This integrated structure makes the slot structure 210 and the body 100 a continuous whole in terms of material properties and mechanical strength, avoiding assembly errors and connection failure risks that may occur with separate connections. The use of injection molding technology enables the precision manufacturing of complex geometries, and the integrated manufacturing of the slot structure 210 and the body 100 is completed simultaneously during the one-time molding process, ensuring structural accuracy while significantly reducing production steps. This technology effectively reduces component management costs and assembly line time consumption through structural integration, while avoiding vibration and noise problems caused by connection gaps in split structures.

[0079] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the mounting structure 10 may further include a second snap-fit ​​structure 300 for detachably connecting the body 100 to the connector 20.

[0080] The second snap-fit ​​structure 300 refers to a separate connection component used to connect the body 100 and the connector 20. Specifically, it can be implemented by using a snap-fit ​​block 310 and a snap-fit ​​buckle 320. The snap-fit ​​block 310 is disposed in the second mounting hole 120 of the body 100, and the snap-fit ​​buckle 320 is fixed to the connector 20. The two are detachably connected to form a modular and separable structure. This structure enables the independent assembly and disassembly of the body 100 and the connector 20 through a mechanical snap-fit ​​method, providing an independent operating interface for the connector 20 while keeping the body 100 fixed to the vehicle body.

[0081] The second snap-fit ​​structure 300 creates a separate connection structure between the body 100 and the connector 20. By adding an independent second snap-fit ​​structure 300, while maintaining the fixed connection between the body 100 and the vehicle body sheet metal via the first snap-fit ​​structure 200, modular separation of the connector 20 and the body 100 is achieved. This technology allows the connector 20 to be disassembled individually during maintenance by simply operating the second snap-fit ​​structure 300, without disrupting the connection between the body 100 and the vehicle body sheet metal. This retains the core advantage of the first snap-fit ​​structure 200, which avoids opening holes in the vehicle body, while solving the technical pain point of requiring complete disassembly of the connector 20 for maintenance in traditional integrated structures. The separate design significantly improves the convenience of maintenance operations through functional partitioning, and the detachable nature of the second snap-fit ​​structure 300 provides an independent operating interface for the replacement or maintenance of the connector 20, reducing the impact of maintenance work on the overall vehicle structure.

[0082] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the second snap-fit ​​structure 300 may include a snap block 310 and a latch 320. The body 100 has a second mounting hole 120, and the snap block 310 is disposed within the second mounting hole 120. The latch 320 is used to fix to the connector 20 and is used for detachable connection with the snap block 310.

[0083] The locking block 310 refers to the limiting component set in the second mounting hole 120 of the main body 100. Specifically, it can be implemented by injection molding a block structure. There is a gap between the locking block 310 and the second mounting hole 120, so that the buckle 320 can extend into the second mounting hole 120 and connect with the locking block 310.

[0084] The latch 320 refers to the mating component fixed to the connector 20, which can be implemented using a flexible plastic part or a metal claw structure. Its function is to form a detachable connection by engaging or inserting with the latch block 310, enabling quick separation of the connector 20 from the body 100. The second mounting hole 120 refers to the hole-like structure on the body 100 for accommodating the latch block 310, which can be implemented using a rectangular hole or an irregularly shaped hole structure. Its function is to provide mounting space for the latch block 310 and restrict the degree of freedom of the latch block 310 within the hole.

[0085] This technical solution achieves modular connection between the body 100 and the connector 20 by setting a second engaging structure 300 including a locking block 310 and a latch 320. The locking block 310's placement within the second mounting hole 120 of the body 100 provides a clear positioning reference for the engagement of the latch 320 and the locking block 310, preventing misalignment during connector 20 installation. The design of the latch 320 fixing to the connector 20 eliminates the need for a complex integrated structure in the connector 20 itself; connection can be achieved solely through the standardized latch 320, reducing connector 20 manufacturing costs. The detachable connection of the locking block 310 and the latch 320 allows the connector 20 to be separated from the body 100 without tools, significantly improving maintenance convenience. The entire structure adopts a split design; the locking block 310 and the body 100 form a mechanical constraint through the second mounting hole 120, ensuring connection strength while preventing damage to the structure of the body 100. The interface between the buckle 320 and the latch block 310 adopts a planar contact or simple snap-fit ​​form, which does not require precision machining and effectively controls manufacturing costs.

[0086] Reference Figure 1 This application embodiment also provides a vehicle, which may include a vehicle body and the aforementioned mounting structure 10.

[0087] By combining the vehicle body with the mounting structure 10, the risk of water leakage caused by openings in the body sheet metal and the increased cost due to the addition of brackets in existing vehicles are resolved. The vehicle body, as the main structure of the vehicle, provides a fixed foundation for the mounting structure 10.

[0088] In some embodiments, the vehicle may be a gasoline-powered vehicle, or it may be a new energy vehicle, such as a pure electric vehicle (PEV / BEV), a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV), a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), or a fuel cell electric vehicle. The vehicle may also be any vehicle equipped with a battery.

[0089] The sequence numbers of the embodiments in this application are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments. The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and do not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of this application's specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An installation structure (10), characterized in that, For mounting connector (20), including: Body (100) for mounting connector (20); The first snap-fit ​​structure (200) includes a snap-fit ​​groove structure (210) and a snap-fit ​​post; The slot structure (210) is disposed on the body (100). The slot structure (210) has a snap-fit ​​groove (211). The snap-fit ​​post is used to fix to the surface of the body sheet metal. The body (100) is used to connect to the surface of the body sheet metal through the snap-fit ​​groove (211) and the snap-fit ​​post.

2. The mounting structure (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first snap-fit ​​structure (200) includes two, and the two first snap-fit ​​structures (200) are arranged at intervals. The body (100) is used to detachably connect to the body sheet metal through the two first snap-fit ​​structures (200).

3. The mounting structure (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The body (100) has a first mounting hole (110); The slot structure (210) includes: The first snap-fit ​​arm (212) is disposed in the first mounting hole (110), with one end disposed on the inner wall of the first mounting hole (110) and the other end extending toward the center of the first mounting hole (110). The second snap-fit ​​arm (213) is disposed inside the first mounting hole (110) and is disposed on the inner wall of the first mounting hole (110) at a position corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​arm (212). The other end of the second snap-fit ​​arm (213) extends toward the center of the first mounting hole (110). There is a gap between the first snap-fit ​​arm (212) and the second snap-fit ​​arm (213), the gap being used to form the snap-fit ​​groove (211), and the first snap-fit ​​arm (212) and the second snap-fit ​​arm (213) together are used to snap the snap-fit ​​post.

4. The mounting structure (10) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first snap-fit ​​arm (212) is a first elastic arm, and the second snap-fit ​​arm (213) is a second elastic arm. The first elastic arm and the second elastic arm are used to adjust the slot size of the snap-fit ​​groove (211) by elastic deformation under the action of external force.

5. The mounting structure (10) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first snap-fit ​​arm (212) has a first abutting surface for abutting the snap-fit ​​post, and the second snap-fit ​​arm (213) has a second abutting surface for abutting the snap-fit ​​post; The first abutting surface has a first protrusion, the second abutting surface has a second protrusion, and the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post has an annular groove. The first protrusion and the second protrusion are used to snap into the annular groove.

6. The mounting structure (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the snap-fit ​​groove (211) is provided with an elastic layer, which is used to press against the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​post through elastic deformation.

7. The mounting structure (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slot structure (210) and the body (100) are integrally injection molded structures.

8. The mounting structure (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The mounting structure (10) further includes a second snap-fit ​​structure (300) for detachably connecting the body (100) to the connector (20).

9. The mounting structure (10) according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second snap-fit ​​structure (300) includes: The card block (310) has a second mounting hole (120) on the body (100), and the card block (310) is disposed in the second mounting hole (120); A snap fastener (320) is used to fix the connector (20) and is used to detachably connect with the clip (310).

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, It includes the vehicle body and the mounting structure (10) as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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