Vehicle body structure and vehicle

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of vehicles and discloses a vehicle body structure and a vehicle. The vehicle body structure comprises a fender, a side wall sheet metal, a hinge decoration part and a mounting support, the mounting support is arranged at a meeting area of the fender, the side wall sheet metal and the hinge decoration part, and is fixedly connected with the fender, the side wall sheet metal and the hinge decoration part respectively. The vehicle body structure and the vehicle provided by the embodiment of the application solve the problem of insufficient mounting points caused by space limitation of the meeting area by arranging and fixing the mounting support at the meeting area of the fender, the side wall sheet metal and the hinge decoration part, ensure assembly stability, and avoid problems such as uneven appearance gaps and excessively large surface differences of the vehicle.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In a conventional vehicle body structure, the upper part of the fender often needs to be matched with multiple components such as the side panel sheet metal and the hinge trim panel.

[0003] In practical design, space constraints often prevent the placement of sufficient mounting points. This can lead to compromises such as eliminating hinge trim mounting points, reducing the number of fender fixing points, or altering fender mounting points. These compromises result in decreased dimensional stability in the connection area, affecting the fit between the fender and surrounding parts and causing uneven gaps and excessive surface differences in the vehicle's exterior. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, this application provides a vehicle body structure and a vehicle that solves the problem of insufficient mounting points in the confluence area due to space constraints, ensures the assembly stability of the fender, hinge trim and side panel sheet metal, and avoids problems such as uneven gaps and excessive surface differences in the vehicle exterior.

[0005] On one hand, this application provides a vehicle body structure for a vehicle, including a fender, a side panel, a hinge trim, and a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is disposed in the confluence area of ​​the fender, the side panel, and the hinge trim, and is fixedly connected to the fender, the side panel, and the hinge trim, respectively.

[0006] In one possible implementation, the mounting bracket includes: a base, a first flange, and a second flange, wherein at least a portion of the structure of the base is formed as a welding area, the welding area being welded to the side panel sheet metal; the first flange is located on the rearward side of the base along the vehicle length direction, and the first flange is at least used for connection with the fender; the second flange is located on the forward side of the base along the vehicle length direction, and the second flange is at least used for connection with the hinge trim.

[0007] In one possible implementation, the fender includes a body and a first connecting lug located at the rear of the body along the length of the vehicle; a first connecting hole is provided on the first flange, and a first mating hole is provided on the first connecting lug; the fender and the mounting bracket are connected by a first fastener passing through the first connecting hole and the first mating hole.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the vehicle body structure further includes a liner, which is disposed at the rear end of the fender along the vehicle length direction and located inside the fender along the vehicle width direction. The liner is opposite to the first flange along the vehicle length direction. A second connecting hole is provided on the first flange, and a second mating hole is provided on the liner. The liner and the mounting bracket are connected by a second fastener passing through the second connecting hole and the second mating hole.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the second flange includes a first plate segment and a second plate segment. The first plate segment is disposed upward along the vehicle height direction and is used to connect with the fender. The second plate segment is disposed forward along the vehicle length direction and is connected with the first plate segment. The second plate segment is used to connect with the hinge trim.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the first plate segment has a third connecting hole, the fender includes a plate body, at least a portion of the plate body is located on the upper side of the first plate segment, and has a third mating hole; the fender and the mounting bracket are connected by a third fastener passing through the third connecting hole and the third mating hole.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the second plate segment has a fourth connecting hole, and the hinge decoration has a fourth mating hole; the hinge decoration and the second plate segment are connected by a fourth fastener passing through the fourth connecting hole and the fourth mating hole.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the mounting bracket further includes a positioning flange, which is located on at least one side of the base along the vehicle height direction. The positioning flange is provided with a positioning structure for positioning and cooperating with the side panel sheet metal and / or the fender.

[0013] In one possible implementation, there are two positioning flanges, which are respectively located on both sides of the base along the vehicle height direction; and / or, the positioning structure is formed as a positioning hole.

[0014] On the other hand, embodiments of this application also provide a vehicle including the above-described body structure.

[0015] The vehicle body structure of this application, by setting and fixing the mounting bracket to the confluence area of ​​the fender, side panel sheet metal and hinge trim, realizes the centralized arrangement of mounting points in the confluence area, solves the problem of insufficient mounting points caused by space constraints in the confluence area, ensures the assembly stability of the fender, hinge trim and side panel sheet metal, improves the rigidity and durability of the connection of the fender, hinge trim and side panel sheet metal, avoids problems such as uneven gaps and excessive surface differences in the vehicle appearance, and improves the appearance quality and durability of the vehicle. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the vehicle body structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting bracket;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the mounting bracket and the side sheet metal in an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the connection between the mounting bracket and the fender in an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the mounting bracket and the liner in an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the connection between the mounting bracket and the fender in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 ;

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the mounting bracket and the hinge decorative component in an embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure label:

[0024] 100 - Fender; 110 - Panel body; 120 - First connecting lug; 121 - First mating hole; 130 - Second connecting lug; 131 - Third mating hole;

[0025] 200 - Side panel sheet metal;

[0026] 300 - Hinge trim; 310 - Fourth mating hole;

[0027] 400 - Mounting bracket; 410 - Base; 411 - Welding area; 420 - First flange; 421 - First connecting hole; 422 - Second connecting hole; 430 - Second flange; 431 - First plate segment; 4311 - Third connecting hole; 432 - Second plate segment; 4321 - Fourth connecting hole; 440 - Positioning flange; 441 - Positioning structure; 4411 - Positioning hole;

[0028] 510 - First fastener; 520 - Second fastener; 530 - Third fastener; 540 - Fourth fastener;

[0029] 600 - Liner plate; 610 - Second mating hole; 620 - Decorative part. Detailed Implementation

[0030] 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.

[0031] 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.

[0032] Furthermore, in the embodiments of this application, directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are defined relative to the orientation of the components shown 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 orientation of the components in the accompanying drawings.

[0033] 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.

[0034] 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.

[0035] 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.

[0036] In a conventional vehicle body structure, the upper part of the fender often needs to be matched with multiple components such as the side panel, door, fender, and hinge trim.

[0037] In practical design, space constraints often prevent the placement of sufficient mounting points. This can lead to compromises such as eliminating hinge trim mounting points, reducing the number of fender fixing points, or altering fender mounting points. These compromises result in decreased dimensional stability in the connection area, affecting the fit between the fender and surrounding components and causing uneven gaps and excessive surface differences.

[0038] Based on this, the embodiments of this application provide a vehicle body structure and a vehicle. By setting and fixing the mounting bracket to the confluence area of ​​the fender, side panel sheet metal and hinge trim, the mounting points are centrally arranged in the confluence area, which solves the problem of insufficient mounting points caused by space limitations in the confluence area. This ensures the assembly stability of the fender, hinge trim and side panel sheet metal, improves the rigidity and durability of the connection between the fender, hinge trim and side panel sheet metal, avoids problems such as uneven gaps and excessive surface differences in the vehicle appearance, and improves the appearance quality and durability of the vehicle.

[0039] The following is combined with Figures 1 to 7 The embodiments of this application will be described in detail below.

[0040] On the one hand, embodiments of this application provide a vehicle body structure that can be used in vehicles.

[0041] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 The vehicle body structure includes a fender 100, a side panel 200, a hinge trim 300, and a mounting bracket 400. The mounting bracket 400 is located at the junction of the fender 100, the side panel 200, and the hinge trim 300, and is fixedly connected to the fender 100, the side panel 200, and the hinge trim 300, respectively.

[0042] Understandably, the fender 100 can be a structural component covering the area above the wheel and extending to the side of the vehicle body. It can be made of metal, composite materials, etc., and can be manufactured using a stamping process. It can be used to protect the wheel area and form the curved surface of the vehicle body. The side panel 200 can be a metal structural component that forms the side frame of the vehicle. It can be formed by stamping and welding high-strength steel plates. The side panel 200 is a major load-bearing structure in the vehicle body structure. The hinge trim 300 can be a decorative component covering the door hinge area. The hinge trim 300 can be an injection-molded plastic part, which has the effects of functional concealment and aesthetic enhancement.

[0043] The mounting bracket 400 can be a support component with multiple connection surfaces, and can be formed by stamping and bending metal sheets. The mounting bracket 400 can have a welding area 411, which can be connected to the side sheet metal 200 by laser welding or spot welding. Other connection surfaces can be connected to other components by bolts, clips, or other structures.

[0044] Specifically, combined Figure 1 and Figure 2 The mounting bracket 400 can serve as an intermediate connector, forming a three-dimensional support structure at the intersection of the rear edge of the fender 100, the front end of the side panel 200, and the end of the hinge trim 300. For example, the mounting bracket 400 can be rigidly connected to the side panel 200 by welding, or the fender 100 and hinge trim 300 can be mechanically fixed respectively, ensuring a stable relative positional relationship between the fender 100, side panel 200, and hinge trim 300 within a limited space.

[0045] Understandably, the geometry of the mounting bracket 400 can be selectively designed according to the spatial characteristics of the intersection area of ​​different vehicles, as long as each connecting surface can correspond to the installation position of the target component, without any restrictions.

[0046] As can be seen, by setting and fixing the mounting bracket 400 to the confluence area of ​​the fender 100, side panel 200, and hinge trim 300, the mounting points are centrally arranged in the confluence area, solving the problem of insufficient mounting points caused by space limitations in the confluence area. This ensures the assembly stability of the fender 100, hinge trim 300, and side panel 200, improves the rigidity and durability of the connection between the fender 100, hinge trim 300, and side panel 200, avoids problems such as uneven gaps and excessive surface differences in the vehicle's appearance, and improves the vehicle's appearance quality and durability.

[0047] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3The mounting bracket 400 includes a base 410, a first flange 420, and a second flange 430. At least a portion of the structure of the base 410 is formed as a welding area 411, which is welded to the side panel sheet metal 200. The first flange 420 is located on the rearward side of the base 410 along the length of the vehicle and is used at least to connect with the fender 100. The second flange 430 is located on the forward side of the base 410 along the length of the vehicle and is used at least to connect with the hinge trim 300.

[0048] The base 410 can be the main body of the mounting bracket 400. The base 410 can be formed by stamping metal sheet. Its welding area 411 is used to form a stable connection with the side panel sheet metal 200, and can provide a supporting foundation for the connection of the fender 100 and the hinge trim 300.

[0049] The first flange 420 can be a bent structure extending rearward from the base 410 in the vehicle length direction. It can be fixed to the fender 100 by means of bolt connection, welding or other methods to constrain the possible displacement of the fender 100 in the vehicle length direction.

[0050] The second flange 430 can be a bent structure extending forward from the base 410 in the vehicle length direction. It can be connected to the hinge trim 300 by fasteners, snap-fit ​​structures, etc., and can be used to limit the possible swaying of the hinge trim 300 in the vehicle length direction.

[0051] Specifically, the base 410 can be rigidly connected to the side panel 200 through the welding area 411, providing an installation base for the fender 100 and the hinge trim 300. The first flange 420 is located on the rear side of the base 410 and achieves positional constraint on the fender 100 by connecting it to the fender 100. The second flange 430 is located on the front side of the base 410 and achieves positional constraint on the hinge trim 300 by connecting it to the hinge trim 300.

[0052] As can be seen, the mounting bracket 400, through the design of the base 410, the first flange 420 and the second flange 430, forms an integrated bracket. Within a limited space, the mounting points of the fender 100, the side panel sheet metal 200 and the hinge trim 300 are concentrated on the mounting bracket 400, avoiding the assembly errors caused by the dispersed mounting points in traditional designs. In addition, by designing the integrated mounting bracket 400, the number of parts is reduced, and the assembly accuracy and stability are improved.

[0053] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 4The fender 100 includes a body 110 and a first connecting lug 120 located on the rear side of the body 110 along the length of the vehicle; a first connecting hole 421 is provided on the first flange 420, and a first mating hole 121 is provided on the first connecting lug 120. The fender 100 and the mounting bracket 400 are connected by a first fastener 510 passing through the first connecting hole 421 and the first mating hole 121.

[0054] The main body 110 can be the main load-bearing structure of the fender 100. The main body 110 can be made of stamped metal sheet to cover the wheel and form the side profile of the vehicle body. The first connecting ear 120 can be a partial protrusion extending from the rear side of the main body 110. It can be formed by a flanging process and is used to provide a connection interface with the mounting bracket 400.

[0055] The first connecting hole 421 can be formed by drilling or punching, and is used to connect the fender 100 and the mounting bracket 400 in conjunction with the first fastener 510. The first mating hole 121 can be a through hole formed on the first connecting lug 120, and its position corresponds to the first connecting hole 421. The first mating hole 121 can be formed by drilling or punching, and is used to ensure the alignment accuracy of the fastener.

[0056] The first fastener 510 can be a bolt, rivet or other connecting component. Specifically, it can be a threaded bolt with a nut, used to apply clamping force to fix the fender 100 and the mounting bracket 400.

[0057] Specifically, the fender 100 forms a connection interface with the first flange 420 of the mounting bracket 400 through the first connecting ear 120 on the rear side of the main body 110. The first connecting ear 120 and the first flange 420 are fixed by the first fastener 510 passing through the first mating hole 121 and the first connecting hole 421 respectively.

[0058] As can be seen, by setting the first connecting ear 120 on the rear side of the main body 110 and opening the first connecting hole 421 at the corresponding position of the first flange 420, the fixing point is set in a limited space, so that the fender 100 and the mounting bracket 400 are aligned and connected, avoiding assembly errors caused by the lack of fixing points.

[0059] In addition, the connection method of the first fastener 510 passing through the first connecting hole 421 and the first mating hole 121 effectively disperses the vibration load and reduces the risk of fatigue failure of the connection part due to long-term stress.

[0060] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5The vehicle body structure also includes a liner 600, which is located at the rear end of the fender 100 along the length of the vehicle and inside the fender 100 along the width of the vehicle. The fender 100 and the first flange 420 are opposite each other along the length of the vehicle. The first flange 420 is provided with a second connecting hole 422, and the liner 600 is provided with a second mating hole 610. The liner 600 and the mounting bracket 400 are connected by a second fastener 520 passing through the second connecting hole 422 and the second mating hole 610.

[0061] The liner 600 can be an auxiliary plate covering the inner side of the fender 100 along the vehicle width direction. The liner 600 can be made of metal or plastic and is used to enhance the structural strength of the rear end of the fender 100 and to hide the internal components of the fender 100.

[0062] The second connecting hole 422 can be a through hole formed on the first flange 420 of the mounting bracket 400. The second connecting hole 422 can be formed by drilling or punching and is used to align with the second mating hole 610 on the liner 600. The second mating hole 610 can be a through hole formed on the liner 600 and can be formed by drilling or punching and is used to form a mating relationship with the second connecting hole 422.

[0063] The second fastener 520 can be a bolt, rivet or other connecting component, specifically a threaded bolt with a nut, used to apply clamping force to fix the liner 600 and the mounting bracket 400.

[0064] Specifically, the liner 600 is arranged in the inner area of ​​the rear end of the fender 100 and is aligned with the second connecting hole 422 on the first flange 420 of the mounting bracket 400 through the second mating hole 610. The liner 600 and the mounting bracket 400 are fixed by the second fastener 520 passing through the second mating hole 610 and the second connecting hole 422 respectively.

[0065] As can be seen, by directly fixing the liner 600 to the mounting bracket 400, the assembly stability of the liner 600 is improved, ensuring the fit between the liner 600 and the fender 100 and avoiding abnormal gaps caused by vibration or temperature changes. Furthermore, the connection method of the second fastener 520 passing through the second connecting hole 422 and the second mating hole 610 effectively disperses vibration loads and reduces the risk of fatigue failure at the connection points due to long-term stress.

[0066] Optional, combined Figure 5 The liner 600 may also be designed with a decorative element 620, which matches the first fastener 510 fixed to the fender 100 to cover and protect the first fastener 510 and improve the aesthetics of the vehicle appearance.

[0067] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 The second flange 430 includes a first plate segment 431 and a second plate segment 432. The first plate segment 431 is arranged upward along the vehicle height direction and is used to connect with the fender 100. The second plate segment 432 is arranged forward along the vehicle length direction and is connected with the first plate segment 431 and is used to connect with the hinge trim 300.

[0068] The first plate segment 431 can be a plate-shaped structure that is arranged upward along the vehicle height direction in the mounting bracket 400, and can be made of stamped metal sheet. This arrangement can provide connection support for the fender 100 in the height direction. The second plate segment 432 can be a plate-shaped structure that extends forward from the first plate segment 431 along the vehicle length direction, and can be made of a bent structure integrally formed with the first plate segment 431.

[0069] Specifically, the first plate segment 431 forms a connection surface with the fender 100 by being set upward along the vehicle height direction, and the second plate segment 432 forms a connection surface with the hinge trim 300 by extending forward.

[0070] Optional, combined Figure 2 The first plate segment 431 and the second plate segment 432 can be bent to form an L-shaped structure, and the L-shaped structure can be at an angle of 80°-100°.

[0071] The design of the first plate segment 431 and the second plate segment 432 enables the mounting bracket 400 to simultaneously establish mounting points in both height and length directions within a limited space. During assembly, the fender 100 is positioned in the height direction through the first plate segment 431, and the hinge trim 300 is fixed in the horizontal direction through the second plate segment 432.

[0072] Thus, by designing the second flange 430 as an integrated structure of the first plate segment 431 and the second plate segment 432, the mounting bracket 400 integrates mounting interfaces in different directions within a limited space, while realizing the connection and fixation with the fender 100 and the hinge connector, ensuring the installation stability of the fender 100 in the height direction, and also providing connection support for the hinge decorative part 300.

[0073] It is evident that by designing the mounting bracket 400 as a multi-directional fixing structure, the matching consistency between the fender 100 and surrounding components such as the hinge trim 300 and the side panel sheet metal 200 is improved, avoiding problems such as insufficient fit that may be caused by insufficient mounting points due to space limitations.

[0074] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 6The first plate segment 431 has a third connecting hole 4311. The fender 100 includes a plate body 110. At least a portion of the plate body 110 is located on the upper side of the first plate segment 431 and has a third mating hole 131. The fender 100 and the mounting bracket 400 are connected by a third fastener 530 passing through the third connecting hole 4311 and the third mating hole 131.

[0075] The third connecting hole 4311 can be a through hole opened on the first plate segment 431, which can be formed by laser cutting or stamping processes, and is used to accommodate the third fastener 530.

[0076] At least a portion of the main body 110 is located on the upper side of the first plate segment 431 and is provided with a third mating hole 131. Optionally, it is combined with... Figure 6 The main body 110 may include a second connecting ear 130 and a third mating hole 131 formed on the second connecting ear 130. The third mating hole 131 may be formed by stamping or drilling processes. The third mating hole 131 corresponds to the third connecting hole 4311 and is used to realize the positioning and fixing of the mounting bracket 400 and the fender 100.

[0077] The third fastener 530 can be a bolt, rivet or other connecting part, specifically a threaded bolt with a nut, used to apply clamping force to fix the mounting bracket 400 and the fender 100.

[0078] Specifically, the first plate segment 431 of the mounting bracket 400 is aligned with the third mating hole 131 of the fender 100 plate body 110 through the third connecting hole 4311. After the third fastener 530 passes through both, it applies axial pressure, so that the mounting bracket 400 and the fender 100 form a rigid connection. In this way, the fender 100 can be fixedly constrained in the vehicle height direction.

[0079] Thus, by providing a third connecting hole 4311 and a third mating hole 131 on the first plate segment 431 of the mounting bracket 400 and the fender 100 respectively, and by using a third fastener 530 to constrain and fix the two, the fixing strength of the fender 100 in the vehicle height direction is enhanced, and the risk of dimensional deviation of the fender 100 caused by vibration, assembly error, etc. is reduced.

[0080] In addition, the connection method of the third fastener 530 passing through the third connecting hole 4311 and the third mating hole 131 effectively disperses the vibration load and reduces the risk of fatigue failure of the connection part due to long-term stress.

[0081] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 7The second plate segment 432 has a fourth connecting hole 4321, and the hinge decorative part 300 has a fourth mating hole 310; the hinge decorative part 300 and the second plate segment 432 are connected by a fourth fastener 540 passing through the fourth connecting hole 4321 and the fourth mating hole 310.

[0082] The fourth connecting hole 4321 can be a through hole provided on the second plate segment 432 of the mounting bracket 400. The fourth connecting hole 4321 can be formed by laser cutting or stamping processes, and is used to cooperate with the fourth fastener 540 to fix the hinge decorative part 300. The fourth mating hole 310 can be a through hole provided on the hinge decorative part 300, and can be formed by laser cutting or stamping processes. Its position corresponds to the fourth connecting hole 4321, so that the fourth fastener 540 can pass through.

[0083] The fourth fastener 540 can be a bolt, rivet or other connecting part, specifically a threaded bolt with a nut, used to apply clamping force to fix the second plate segment 432 and the hinge decoration 300.

[0084] Specifically, during installation, the second plate segment 432 is aligned with the fourth mating hole 310 of the hinge decoration 300 through the fourth connecting hole 4321, and then the fourth fastener 540 is inserted and locked, so that the second plate segment 432 and the hinge decoration 300 are rigidly connected.

[0085] Thus, by providing a fourth connecting hole 4321 and a fourth mating hole 310 on the second plate segment 432 and the hinge trim 300 respectively, a rigid connection between the hinge trim 300 and the mounting bracket 400 is achieved, ensuring the stability of the hinge trim 300 during vehicle use.

[0086] In addition, the connection method of the fourth fastener 540 passing through the fourth connecting hole 4321 and the fourth mating hole 310 effectively disperses the vibration load and reduces the risk of fatigue failure of the connection part due to long-term stress.

[0087] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 The mounting bracket 400 also includes a positioning flange 440, which is located on at least one side of the base 410 along the vehicle height direction. The positioning flange 440 is provided with a positioning structure 441, which is used to position and cooperate with the side panel sheet metal 200 and / or the fender 100.

[0088] The positioning flange 440 can be a plate-like structure extending from the base 410 along the vehicle height direction, and can be fixed to the base 410 by stamping or welding.

[0089] Optionally, the positioning structure 441 can be a hole or protrusion set on the positioning flange 440, specifically a positioning hole 4411 or a positioning pin, etc., to form a physical fit with the side panel 200 or the fender 100. The positioning structure 441 enables the pre-fitting of the mounting bracket 400 with the side panel 200 or the fender 100 before fixing, thereby improving the ease of fixing.

[0090] Optionally, the positioning flange 440 may be provided with one or more, for example, in combination Figure 2 Two positioning flanges 440 can be designed, and the two positioning flanges 440 are set on both sides of the base 410 along the vehicle height direction. For example, one positioning flange 440 can also be designed, and positioning can be achieved by designing one positioning flange 440 in conjunction with the outer peripheral boundary of the mounting bracket 400.

[0091] The positioning structure 441 on the positioning flange 440 can be aligned with the preset positioning point of the side panel 200 or fender 100 during installation through the engagement of holes and pins. In this way, the mounting bracket 400 can quickly determine its position relative to the side panel 200 or fender 100 during assembly through the positioning structure 441, avoiding installation errors caused by multiple adjustments.

[0092] Thus, through the design of the positioning flange 440 and the positioning structure 441, the mounting bracket 400 can be positioned first in the initial assembly stage, ensuring the matching accuracy between the fender 100, the side sheet metal 200, and the hinge trim 300, improving assembly efficiency. In addition, it also reduces the risk of part deformation caused by assembly errors, and improves the overall stability and durability of the vehicle body structure.

[0093] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 2 Optionally, there may be two positioning flanges 440, which are respectively provided on both sides of the base 410 along the vehicle height direction. Optionally, the positioning structure 441 is formed as a positioning hole 4411.

[0094] The positioning flange 440 can be an extension of the base 410 along the vehicle height direction, providing a positioning reference for the mounting bracket 400. The positioning hole 4411 can be designed as a round hole, an oblong hole, etc., to form a clearance fit with the positioning pins of the side panel 200 or fender 100. When the positioning hole 4411 is designed as an oblong hole, the mounting bracket 400 can have a certain amount of adjustment.

[0095] Specifically, the positioning flanges 440 on both sides of the base 410 can be distributed along the vehicle height direction to form a double-sided constraint structure. The positioning holes 4411 on the positioning flanges 440 can form a clearance fit with the positioning pins of the side panel 200 or the fender 100, so that the mounting bracket 400 and the surrounding components maintain a preset relative position during the assembly process.

[0096] Thus, by setting positioning flanges 440 on both sides of the base 410, the base 410 forms a symmetrical constraint, which improves the positioning stability and realizes the rapid positioning between the mounting bracket 400 and the side sheet metal 200 and the fender 100, thereby reducing the assembly and adjustment time.

[0097] In addition, this application embodiment also provides a vehicle, which can refer to large automobiles, small automobiles, special-purpose vehicles, etc. For example, according to the power type, the automobile in this application can be a pure electric vehicle, a hybrid electric vehicle, a fuel vehicle, etc. For fuel vehicles, the power source can refer to a gasoline engine, a diesel engine, or other fuel engines; for electric vehicles, the power source can refer to an electric motor; for hybrid electric vehicles, the power source can refer to an engine or an electric motor; for vehicles powered by other means, the power source can refer to the equipment that generates power. According to the vehicle type, the automobile in this application can be a sedan, an off-road vehicle, a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), or other types of vehicles. The vehicle includes the above-described body structure.

[0098] The vehicle provided in this application embodiment, by setting the above-mentioned body structure, solves the problem of insufficient mounting points caused by space limitations in the meeting area of ​​the fender 100, side panel 200 and hinge trim 300, ensuring the assembly stability of the fender 100, hinge trim 300 and side panel 200, avoiding problems such as uneven gaps and excessive surface differences in the vehicle appearance, improving the appearance quality and durability of the vehicle, and thus enhancing the vehicle's market competitiveness.

[0099] 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. A vehicle body structure, for use in a vehicle, characterized in that, include: Fender; Side panel sheet metal; Hinge trim; The mounting bracket is located at the junction of the fender, the side panel sheet metal, and the hinge trim, and is fixedly connected to the fender, the side panel sheet metal, and the hinge trim respectively.

2. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting bracket includes: A substrate, at least a portion of which is formed as a welding area, the welding area being welded to the side panel sheet metal; A first flange is provided on the rearward side of the base body along the length of the vehicle, and the first flange is at least used for connection with the fender; The second flange is located on the forward side of the base along the length of the vehicle, and the second flange is used at least for connection with the hinge trim.

3. The vehicle body structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fender includes a body and a first connecting lug located on the rear side of the body along the length of the vehicle. The first flange has a first connecting hole, and the first connecting lug has a first mating hole. The fender and the mounting bracket are connected by a first fastener passing through the first connecting hole and the first mating hole.

4. The vehicle body structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, Also includes: A liner is provided at the rear end of the fender along the length of the vehicle and is located inside the fender along the width of the vehicle. The liner is opposite to the first flange along the length of the vehicle. The first flange has a second connecting hole, and the liner has a second mating hole. The liner and the mounting bracket are connected by a second fastener passing through the second connecting hole and the second mating hole.

5. The vehicle body structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second flange includes: The first plate segment is arranged upward along the vehicle height direction and is used to connect with the fender. The second plate segment is arranged forward along the length of the vehicle and connected to the first plate segment. The second plate segment is used to connect with the hinge trim piece.

6. The vehicle body structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first plate segment has a third connecting hole, and the fender includes a plate body. At least a portion of the plate body is located on the upper side of the first plate segment and has a third mating hole. The fender and the mounting bracket are connected by a third fastener passing through the third connecting hole and the third mating hole.

7. The vehicle body structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second plate segment has a fourth connecting hole, and the hinge decorative piece has a fourth mating hole; The hinge trim and the second plate segment are connected by a fourth fastener passing through the fourth connecting hole and the fourth mating hole.

8. The vehicle body structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The mounting bracket further includes a positioning flange, which is located on at least one side of the base along the vehicle height direction. The positioning flange is provided with a positioning structure, which is used to position and cooperate with the side panel sheet metal and / or the fender.

9. The vehicle body structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The positioning flange is two in number, and the two positioning flanges are respectively provided on both sides of the base along the vehicle height direction; and / or, the positioning structure is formed as a positioning hole.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The vehicle body structure according to any one of claims 1-9.

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