An automobile interior part buckle strength detection device

By designing a strength testing device for automotive interior parts clips, and utilizing automated testing components and image analysis, the problem of manual judgment of clip installation and unstable connection strength has been solved. This has enabled quantitative testing of clip connections and reduced the rate of missed detections, thereby improving product reliability and user satisfaction.

CN224471428UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-07

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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Filing Date
2025-07-29
Publication Date
2026-07-07

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of automobile interior fitting buckle strength detection equipment, it is related to automobile interior fitting buckle detection technical field.The utility model includes shell, buckle connection strength detection assembly and buckle installation detection assembly, the both sides between shell inner chamber are fixedly connected with baffle, the bottom of the baffle is fixedly connected with equipment shell, the buckle connection strength detection assembly includes driving mechanism, the bottom of the driving mechanism is fixedly connected with the inner wall of equipment shell.The utility model passes through buckle connection strength detection assembly, utilizes driving mechanism to control the movement of opposite direction of two sides clamping frame automatically, cooperate tensile sensor real-time monitoring separation force value, replace artificial subjective judgment, realize the objective, quantization detection of buckle connection strength, effectively avoid the strength misjudgment caused by artificial fatigue or experience deficiency, ensure that buckle is assembled and is connected firmly, eliminate interior fitting loose and fall off risk, improve product reliability.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automotive interior component buckle testing technology, and in particular relates to an automotive interior component buckle strength testing device. Background Technology

[0002] The production of automotive interior parts is a key link in automobile manufacturing. It refers to the process of processing materials such as plastics, leather, fabrics, and carbon fibers into functional or decorative components such as dashboards, door panels, and seat covers through processes such as injection molding, hot pressing, and surface treatment. In the production and assembly process of automotive interior parts, clips are widely used to connect different components, and their assembly quality directly affects the firmness of the interior parts and the overall quality of the vehicle.

[0003] Currently, the installation of clips mainly relies on manual operation. Judging whether the clips are accurately and completely assembled, as well as whether there are any missing clips, also depends entirely on the visual observation and experience of the operators. This manual judgment method has significant subjectivity and instability. Operators may fail to detect incomplete or missing clips in time due to fatigue, distraction, poor lighting conditions, or the clips being hidden and difficult to observe. Once a poorly assembled clip flows into the subsequent stages, it will lead to the risk of loose connections, abnormal noises, or even detachment of interior parts, seriously affecting product reliability and user satisfaction, and is detrimental to use.

[0004] To address this issue, we provide a device for testing the snap-fit ​​strength of automotive interior parts, thereby resolving the aforementioned problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a device for testing the strength of automotive interior parts clips. By combining the clip connection strength testing component and the clip installation testing component, it solves the problem that in the prior art, after the assembly and installation of automotive interior parts, manual inspection is required to check whether the clips are installed in place and the connection strength. This is prone to subjectivity and instability, and it is difficult to detect the problem of loose or missing clips in a timely manner.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution.

[0007] This utility model relates to a device for testing the strength of snap-fit ​​fasteners in automotive interior parts. It includes a housing, a snap-fit ​​connection strength testing component, and a snap-fit ​​installation testing component. A partition is fixedly connected between the two sides of the inner cavity of the housing. A device shell is fixedly connected to the bottom of the partition. The snap-fit ​​connection strength testing component includes a drive mechanism. The bottom of the drive mechanism is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the device shell. Clamping frames are fixedly connected to both sides of the top of the drive mechanism via the partition and tension sensors. An electric cylinder is fixedly connected to the top of the clamping frame. A clamping plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the output end of the electric cylinder through the clamping frame. The snap-fit ​​installation testing component includes an electric push rod. The rear side of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the housing. A slide rail is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the electric push rod. A sliding sleeve is slidably connected to the surface of the slide rail. An industrial camera is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sliding sleeve. A power mechanism is fixedly connected to the left side of the sliding sleeve.

[0008] The present invention is further configured such that the driving mechanism includes a driving motor, the bottom of the driving motor is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the equipment housing, a screw is fixedly connected to the right side of the output end of the driving motor, and threaded sleeves are threadedly connected to both sides of the surface of the screw. The top of the threaded sleeves penetrates the partition and is fixedly connected to the tension sensor. The driving motor is used to control the rotation of the screw, and the screw can cooperate with the threaded sleeves to control the movement of the tension sensor and the clamping frame, adjusting the clamping frame to the required position.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that the threads on both sides of the screw surface are opposite, a slide rail is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the equipment housing, a slider is slidably connected to the surface of the slide rail, and the top of the slider is fixedly connected to the threaded sleeve. The screw with opposite threads on its surface can simultaneously control the two clamping frames to move to the opposite side or the opposite side at the same time. The slide rail and the slider can limit the threaded sleeve so that it can move smoothly left and right.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that the power mechanism includes a servo motor, the right side of the servo motor is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve, and a friction wheel is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the servo motor. The right side of the friction wheel passes through the sliding sleeve and is in contact with the slide rail. The servo motor is used to control the friction wheel to rotate. The friction wheel is in contact with the slide rail, and when it rotates, it can control the sliding sleeve to slide on the surface of the slide rail.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that a cylinder is fixedly connected to the rear side of the top of the sliding sleeve, and a pressure plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the output end of the cylinder. The cylinder is used to control the working height of the pressure plate. After the pressure plate is in contact with the surface of the slide rail, it can limit the sliding sleeve and prevent the sliding sleeve from shifting, which facilitates the industrial camera to take pictures and detect the buckle connection.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that a limiting rod is fixedly connected to the right side of the rear side of the inner cavity of the housing, a limiting sleeve is slidably connected to the surface of the limiting rod, and the left side of the limiting sleeve is fixedly connected to the slide rail. The limiting rod and the limiting sleeve can limit the slide rail, so that it can be smoothly adjusted in the up and down position.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that supplementary lights are fixedly connected to the top of both sides of the inner cavity of the housing, and an alarm is fixedly connected to the top of the left side of the inner cavity of the housing. The supplementary lights are used to provide supplementary lighting for the inside of the housing to improve the clarity of the industrial camera images, and the alarm is used to issue an alarm to remind the operator.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that a control host is fixedly connected to the left side of the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing, and a storage compartment is fixedly connected to the right side of the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing. The control host can record the detection data, and the storage compartment can store the maintenance tools.

[0015] The present invention has the following beneficial effects.

[0016] 1. This utility model uses a buckle connection strength detection component, which uses a drive mechanism to automatically control the two clamping frames to move in opposite directions. Combined with a tension sensor to monitor the separation force value in real time, it replaces manual subjective judgment and realizes objective and quantitative detection of buckle connection strength. This effectively avoids misjudgment of strength caused by human fatigue or lack of experience, ensures that the buckle connection is firm after assembly, eliminates the risk of loosening and falling off interior parts, and improves product reliability.

[0017] 2. This utility model uses a snap-fit ​​installation detection component and an industrial camera mounted on a liftable slide rail. The slide is driven to move by a power mechanism, enabling the industrial camera to automatically capture images of the snap-fit ​​connection position from multiple angles and in all directions. A supplementary light provides stable illumination. Combined with image analysis by the control host, it automatically identifies whether the snap-fit ​​is missing or improperly assembled, overcoming the shortcomings of manual visual inspection which is easily affected by light, angle, and hidden positions, and significantly reducing the missed detection rate. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below.

[0019] Figure 1 A perspective view of a device for testing the strength of snap-fit ​​components in automotive interior parts;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a partition in an automotive interior component snap-fit ​​strength testing device;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the housing of an automotive interior parts clip strength testing device;

[0022] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a clip installation testing component in an automotive interior parts clip strength testing device;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the power mechanism in an automotive interior parts clip strength testing device.

[0024] In the attached diagram: 1. Housing; 2. Partition; 3. Equipment housing; 4. Snap-fit ​​connection strength detection component; 41. Drive mechanism; 42. Tension sensor; 43. Clamping frame; 44. Electric cylinder; 45. Clamping plate; 5. Snap-fit ​​installation detection component; 51. Electric push rod; 52. Slide rail; 53. Sliding sleeve; 54. Industrial camera; 55. Power mechanism; 411. Drive motor; 412. Screw; 413. Threaded sleeve; 551. Servo motor; 552. Friction wheel; 553. Cylinder; 554. Pressure plate; 6. Fill light; 7. Control host; 8. Storage compartment. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0026] Example 1

[0027] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model is a device for testing the strength of snap fasteners in automotive interior parts. It includes a housing 1, a snap fastener connection strength testing component 4, and a snap fastener installation testing component 5. A partition 2 is fixedly connected between the two sides of the inner cavity of the housing 1. A device housing 3 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the partition 2. The snap fastener connection strength testing component 4 includes a drive mechanism 41. The bottom of the drive mechanism 41 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the device housing 3. Both sides of the top of the drive mechanism 41 pass through the partition 2 and are fixedly connected to a clamping frame 43 through a tension sensor 42. An electric cylinder 44 is fixedly connected to the top of the clamping frame 43. The bottom of the output end of the electric cylinder 44 passes through the clamping frame 43 and is fixedly connected to a clamping plate 45. The snap fastener installation testing component 5 includes an electric push rod 51. The rear side of the electric push rod 51 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the housing 1. A slide rail 52 is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the electric push rod 51. A sliding sleeve 53 is slidably connected to the surface of the slide rail 52. An industrial camera 54 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sliding sleeve 53. A power mechanism 55 is fixedly connected to the left side of the sliding sleeve 53.

[0028] Specifically: the partition 2 facilitates the installation and fixation of the equipment housing 3, the equipment housing 3 can protect the drive mechanism 41, the drive mechanism 41 can control the two clamping frames 43 to move simultaneously to the opposite side, the electric cylinder 44 can control the clamping plate 45 to move downward, the clamping plate 45 and the clamping frame 43 can clamp and fix the two connected interior parts, when the two clamping frames 43 move to the opposite side, the tension sensor 42 can be used to detect the connection strength of the buckle until it is stretched to the specified tensile strength and then reset, which is used to detect the buckle strength, the electric push rod 51 can control the working height of the slide rail 52 and the sliding sleeve 53, when visual inspection of the buckle is required, the slide rail 52 is controlled to fall to the top of the buckle connection position, the industrial camera 54 is used to shoot and inspect the connection of the buckle, and the power mechanism 55 is used to control the movement of the sliding sleeve 53 and the industrial camera 54, so that the industrial camera 54 can shoot and inspect the buckle from multiple angles to avoid missed inspection.

[0029] Example 2

[0030] Please see Figure 1-5 Based on Embodiment 1, the drive mechanism 41 includes a drive motor 411, the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the device housing 3. A screw 412 is fixedly connected to the right side of the output end of the drive motor 411. Threaded sleeves 413 are threadedly connected to both sides of the surface of the screw 412. The top of the threaded sleeves 413 penetrates the partition 2 and is fixedly connected to the tension sensor 42. The threads on both sides of the surface of the screw 412 are opposite. A slide rail is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the device housing 3. A slider is slidably connected to the surface of the slide rail. The top of the slider is fixedly connected to the threaded sleeve 413. The power mechanism 55 includes a servo motor 551, the right side of which is fixedly connected to the slide sleeve 53. A friction wheel 552 is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the servo motor 551. The right side of the friction wheel 552 passes through the sliding sleeve 53 and fits against the slide rail 52. A cylinder 553 is fixedly connected to the rear side of the top of the sliding sleeve 53. A pressure plate 554 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the output end of the cylinder 553. A limit rod is fixedly connected to the right side of the rear side of the inner cavity of the housing 1. A limit sleeve is slidably connected to the surface of the limit rod. The left side of the limit sleeve is fixedly connected to the slide rail 52. A supplementary light 6 is fixedly connected to the top of both sides of the inner cavity of the housing 1. An alarm is fixedly connected to the top of the left side of the inner cavity of the housing 1. A control host 7 is fixedly connected to the left side of the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing 1. A storage compartment 8 is fixedly connected to the right side of the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing 1.

[0031] Specifically: the drive motor 411 controls the rotation of the screw 412, which, in conjunction with the threaded sleeve 413, controls the movement of the tension sensor 42 and the clamping frame 43, adjusting the clamping frame 43 to the desired position. Screws 412 with opposite surface threads can simultaneously control both clamping frames 43 to move to opposite sides. The slide rail and slider limit the threaded sleeve 413, allowing it to move smoothly left and right. The servo motor 551 controls the rotation of the friction wheel 552, which engages with the slide rail 52. When the friction wheel rotates, it controls the movement of the sleeve 53 within the slide rail 52. The surface slides, and the cylinder 553 controls the working height of the pressure plate 554. After the pressure plate 554 is in contact with the surface of the slide rail 52, it can limit the sliding sleeve 53 to prevent the sliding sleeve 53 from shifting, so that the industrial camera 54 can take pictures and detect the buckle connection. The limit rod and the limit sleeve can limit the slide rail 52, so that it can be adjusted up and down smoothly. The supplementary light 6 is used to provide supplementary lighting for the inside of the housing 1 to improve the clarity of the industrial camera 54. The alarm is used to sound an alarm to remind the operator. The control host 7 can record the detection data. The storage compartment 8 can store the maintenance tools.

[0032] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The two interior trim pieces to be tested, connected by snap fasteners, are placed inside two clamping frames 43. The electric cylinder 44 is activated, pushing the clamping plate 45 downwards. The clamping plate 45 and clamping frames 43 cooperate to securely clamp the interior trim pieces. Then, the drive motor 411 is activated. The drive motor 411, in conjunction with the screw 412, controls two threaded sleeves 413 to move the tension sensor 42 and clamping frames 43 synchronously in opposite directions, thereby applying a gradually increasing separation tension to the snap fastener connection. The tension sensor 42 continuously monitors and records this tension value, transmitting it to the control host 7. The tension stops when it reaches a preset strength value or the snap fastener is pulled out, completing the strength test. For installation testing, the electric push rod 51 is activated, pushing the slide rail 52 downwards. The camera descends to a position close to the snap-fit ​​connection. Then, the servo motor 551 starts, driving the friction wheel 552 to rotate. The friction wheel 552 controls the movement of the sliding sleeve 53, thereby moving the industrial camera 54 to directly above or to the side of the snap-fit ​​connection. When the industrial camera 54 reaches the desired shooting position, the cylinder 553 pushes the pressure plate 554 down, making it press firmly against the surface of the slide rail 52, securely locking the sliding sleeve 53 to prevent shaking during shooting. The industrial camera 54 clearly captures the snap-fit ​​assembly status and transmits the image data to the control host 7. The control host 7 automatically analyzes the image using image processing algorithms to determine if the snap-fit ​​is missing or improperly assembled, overcoming the shortcomings of manual visual inspection which is easily affected by light, angle, and hidden locations, significantly reducing the missed detection rate.

[0033] The preferred embodiments of the present utility model disclosed above are only used to help illustrate the present utility model. The preferred embodiments do not describe all the details in detail, nor do they limit the present utility model to the specific implementation methods described. The present specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments in order to better explain the principle and practical application of the present utility model, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and utilize the present utility model.

Claims

1. A device for testing the strength of snap fasteners in automotive interior parts, comprising a housing (1), a snap fastener connection strength testing component (4), and a snap fastener installation testing component (5), characterized in that: A partition (2) is fixedly connected between the two sides of the inner cavity of the housing (1), and a device housing (3) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the partition (2); The buckle connection strength detection component (4) includes a drive mechanism (41). The bottom of the drive mechanism (41) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the equipment shell (3). The top two sides of the drive mechanism (41) are connected to a partition (2) and a clamping frame (43) is fixedly connected through a tension sensor (42). An electric cylinder (44) is fixedly connected to the top of the clamping frame (43). The bottom of the output end of the electric cylinder (44) is connected to a clamping plate (45) through the clamping frame (43). The buckle installation detection component (5) includes an electric push rod (51), the rear side of which is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the housing (1), a slide rail (52) is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the electric push rod (51), a sliding sleeve (53) is slidably connected to the surface of the slide rail (52), an industrial camera (54) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sliding sleeve (53), and a power mechanism (55) is fixedly connected to the left side of the sliding sleeve (53).

2. The automotive interior component buckle strength testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive mechanism (41) includes a drive motor (411), the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the equipment housing (3). A screw (412) is fixedly connected to the right side of the output end of the drive motor (411). Threaded sleeves (413) are threadedly connected to both sides of the surface of the screw (412). The top of the threaded sleeves (413) penetrates the partition (2) and is fixedly connected to the tension sensor (42).

3. The automotive interior component buckle strength testing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The threads on both sides of the screw (412) are opposite. A slide is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the equipment housing (3). A slider is slidably connected to the surface of the slide. The top of the slider is fixedly connected to the threaded sleeve (413).

4. The automotive interior component buckle strength testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power mechanism (55) includes a servo motor (551), the right side of which is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve (53), and a friction wheel (552) is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the servo motor (551). The right side of the friction wheel (552) passes through the sliding sleeve (53) and fits against the slide rail (52).

5. The automotive interior component buckle strength testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A cylinder (553) is fixedly connected to the rear side of the top of the sliding sleeve (53), and a pressure plate (554) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the output end of the cylinder (553).

6. The automotive interior component buckle strength testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limiting rod is fixedly connected to the right side of the rear cavity of the housing (1), and a limiting sleeve is slidably connected to the surface of the limiting rod. The left side of the limiting sleeve is fixedly connected to the slide rail (52).

7. The automotive interior component buckle strength testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A supplementary light (6) is fixedly connected to the top of both sides of the inner cavity of the housing (1), and an alarm is fixedly connected to the top of the left side of the inner cavity of the housing (1).

8. The automotive interior component buckle strength testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A control host (7) is fixedly connected to the left side of the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing (1), and a storage compartment (8) is fixedly connected to the right side of the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing (1).