A light car simulator end cover

By designing a locking block, inner rib, sealing plate, and friction ring structure on the end cover of the light vehicle simulator, the structural strength and sealing problems of traditional end covers are solved, achieving higher resistance to deformation and sealing effect, and improving the operational reliability and service life of the simulator.

CN224503718UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-14YANGZHENG INTELLIGENT MANUFACTURING (ZHEJIANG) CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202521892488.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-09-03
Publication Date
2026-07-14
Estimated Expiration
2035-09-03

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Technical Problem

Traditional light vehicle simulator end caps are deficient in terms of structural strength and sealing reliability. They are prone to deformation and incomplete sealing due to vibration and wear, which affects the stability and service life of the simulator.

Method used

An end cap structure with locking blocks, inner ribs, sealing plates, friction rings, and connecting pieces was designed. The structure strength is improved by multiple sets of locking blocks and inner ribs, wear is reduced by the friction rings, and the sealing plates form a triangular inner groove structure to enhance the sealing performance.

Benefits of technology

It improves the structural strength and sealing reliability of the end cap, extends its service life, reduces wear, ensures the stability and sealing of the simulator, and reduces maintenance costs.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of automotive end cover structure technology, specifically to a lightweight automotive simulator end cover, including an end cover body. A locking block is fixed to the outer top of the end cover body, and a square groove is formed at the top of the end cover body. A sealing plate is fixed within each square groove. An inner rib is fixed to the inner wall of the end cover body, and a mating end is fixed to the middle of the inner side of the end cover body. A friction ring is placed at the bottom of the mating end. A connecting piece is fixed to the edge of the end cover body, and multiple sets of connecting holes are formed in the middle of the connecting piece. The multiple locking blocks, by virtue of their large number, prevent incomplete sealing during screwing due to insufficient screwing ports. The square groove formed on the outer top of the end cover body can engage with external structures, and the inner sealing plate structure forms a triangular inner groove structure inside the square groove, enabling alignment with external structural components and preventing relative sliding.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive end cover structure technology, specifically to a lightweight automotive simulator end cover. Background Technology

[0002] In the assembly and operation of light vehicle simulators, the end caps, as critical structural protection and connecting components, directly affect the overall stability, sealing performance, and service life of the simulator. Currently available light vehicle simulator end caps are gradually revealing various technical defects in practical applications.

[0003] Firstly, in terms of structural strength and sealing reliability, traditional end caps mostly adopt a single flat plate or simple curved surface structure, without designing reinforcement structures for areas of concentrated stress. Under the vibration generated during long-term operation of the simulator, as well as the tightening operations during assembly, the end caps are prone to deformation due to insufficient structural strength. In addition, the number of ports on which they rely for tightening and sealing is relatively small, often resulting in incomplete sealing and gaps. This allows impurities such as dust and moisture to enter, affecting the operating accuracy of the core components inside the simulator.

[0004] Secondly, regarding wear and sealing performance, the inner mating structure of traditional end caps is mostly a one-piece rigid structure, directly engaging with external components in rigid contact. Due to the continuous slight relative motion during simulator operation, gaps easily appear at the mating points after prolonged use due to wear. This not only reduces the sealing performance but also shortens the lifespan of both the end cap and external components, increasing subsequent maintenance costs. Utility Model Content

[0005] Technical problems to be solved

[0006] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings of the existing technology, the present invention provides a lightweight car simulator end cap, which can effectively solve the two problems of the existing technology: the traditional end caps mostly adopt a single flat plate or simple curved surface structure, without designing a reinforcement structure for the stress concentration area, and the inner docking structure of the traditional end cap is mostly a one-piece rigid structure, which directly adopts rigid contact when docking with external components.

[0007] Technical solution

[0008] This utility model provides a lightweight car simulator end cap, including an end cap body. A locking block is fixed to the outer side of the top of the end cap body, and a square groove is opened at the top of the end cap body. A sealing plate is fixed in the square groove. An inner rib is fixed on the inner side wall of the end cap body, and a mating end is fixed in the middle of the inner side of the end cap body. A friction ring is placed at the bottom of the mating end. A connecting piece is fixed at the edge of the end cap body, and multiple sets of connecting holes are opened in the middle of the connecting piece.

[0009] Furthermore, the sealing plate is a sheet material structure bent inward at an acute angle.

[0010] Furthermore, multiple sets of circular holes are provided in the middle of both the mating end and the friction ring, and the friction ring is made of wear-resistant material.

[0011] Furthermore, the positioning blocks and the inner ribs are arranged in multiple sets at equal intervals.

[0012] Furthermore, the connecting piece is fixed to the four corners of the end cap body.

[0013] Beneficial effects

[0014] In this invention, multiple sets of locking block structures are fixed to the outside of the end cap body, and multiple sets of inner rib structures are fixed inside. In actual use, the locking block structures and inner ribs can improve the structural strength of the end cap body and extend its service life. The multiple sets of locking blocks can prevent the inability to achieve a complete sealing connection due to too few screwing ports during screwing and sealing. The square groove opened on the top outer side of the end cap body can be hooked with the external structure, and the inner sealing plate structure forms a triangular inner groove structure inside the square groove, which can be aligned with the external structural components to avoid the problem of relative sliding.

[0015] In this device, a mating end structure is provided inside the end cap body, and a friction ring structure is placed on the outside of the mating end. The two are first pre-fitted through the circular hole, and then fixedly connected by bolts. Therefore, when the mating end is fastened to the external structure, the wear between the external structure and the mating end can be reduced, and the sealing effect of the contact mating can be improved. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is the second structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the structure of this utility model.

[0020] The labels in the diagram represent: 1. End cap body; 11. Square groove; 12. Sealing plate; 2. Locking block; 3. Connecting piece; 31. Connecting hole; 4. Inner rib; 5. Butt joint end; 51. Friction ring. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the embodiments.

[0023] Example: A lightweight end cap for a car simulator, as shown in the attached figure. Figure 1 -Appendix Figure 3 The device includes an end cap body 1, a locking block 2 fixed to the outer side of the top of the end cap body 1, and a square groove 11 opened at the top of the end cap body 1. A sealing plate 12 is fixed in the square groove 11. An inner rib 4 is fixed on the inner side wall of the end cap body 1, and a mating end 5 is fixed in the middle of the inner side of the end cap body 1. A friction ring 51 is placed at the bottom of the mating end 5. A connecting piece 3 is fixed at the edge of the end cap body 1, and multiple sets of connecting holes 31 are opened in the middle of the connecting piece 3. In this device, a mating end 5 structure is set inside the end cap body 1, and a friction ring 51 structure is placed on the outer side of the mating end 5. The two are pre-connected through the round hole, and then fixedly connected by bolts. Therefore, when the mating end 5 is fastened to the external structure, the wear between the external structure and the mating end 5 can be reduced, and the sealing effect of the contact and connection can be improved.

[0024] Multiple sets of locking blocks 2 are arranged in an equidistant array on the outer side of the end cap body 1, and multiple sets of internal ribs 4 are fixed in an equidistant array on the inner side wall. This dual-strength structure can significantly improve the overall rigidity and deformation resistance of the end cap body 1. In the simulator vibration environment and assembly tightening operation, it can effectively disperse stress, avoid end cap deformation, and greatly extend the service life of the end cap. At the same time, the multiple sets of locking blocks 2 increase the number of points of action for tightening and sealing, solving the problem of incomplete sealing caused by the limited number of tightening ports in traditional end caps, and improving the sealing reliability of the connection between the end cap and the external structure.

[0025] The sealing plate 12 is a plate structure bent inward at an acute angle; multiple sets of round holes are opened in the middle of the mating end 5 and the friction ring 51, and the friction ring 51 is made of wear-resistant material; multiple sets of locking blocks 2 and inner ribs 4 are arranged in an equidistant array; the connecting piece 3 is fixed to the four corners of the end cover body 1; by fixing multiple sets of locking block 2 structures on the outside of the end cover body 1 and multiple sets of inner rib 4 structures on the inside, in actual use, the locking block 2 structure and the inner rib 4 can improve the structural strength of the end cover body 1 and extend its service life. The multiple sets of locking blocks 2 can prevent the inability to achieve a complete sealing connection due to too few screwing ports when screwing and sealing. The square groove 11 opened on the outer side of the top of the end cover body 1 can be hooked with the external structure, and the sealing plate 12 structure on the inner side forms a triangular inner groove structure inside the square groove 11, which can be aligned with the external structural parts to avoid the problem of relative sliding.

[0026] A friction ring 51 made of wear-resistant material is placed on the outer side of the mating end 5 located in the middle of the inner side of the end cap body 1. The two are pre-fitted through the central circular hole and then fixed with bolts. When the mating end 5 is fastened to the external structure, the friction ring 51 can replace the mating end 5 to directly contact the external structure, using its wear-resistant properties to reduce wear between the mating end and the external structure. At the same time, the tight fit between the friction ring 51, the mating end 5, and the external structure can further improve the sealing effect of the contact and docking, prevent impurities from entering the simulator, and ensure the operating accuracy of the core components.

[0027] In this device, the square groove 11 at the top of the end cap body 1 can hook with the external structure. The sealing plate 12, which is fixed inside the square groove 11 and bent inward at an acute angle, forms a triangular inner groove structure inside the square groove 11, which simplifies the assembly process and avoids positional deviation during assembly. At the same time, the triangular inner groove structure has a higher degree of fit with the external structural components, which can effectively limit the relative sliding between the end cap and the external structure, ensure the stability of the assembly position during simulator operation, and improve the overall operational reliability of the equipment. The connecting pieces 3 fixed at the four corners of the end cap body 1 and the multiple sets of connecting holes 31 in the middle provide multiple stable installation points for the connection between the end cap body 1 and other components of the simulator, making it easy for operators to quickly position and install.

[0028] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions will not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the protection scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A lightweight end cap for a car simulator, characterized in that, Includes an end cap body (1), a locking block (2) is fixed on the outer side of the top of the end cap body (1), and a square groove (11) is opened on the top of the end cap body (1). A sealing plate (12) is fixed in the square groove (11). An inner rib (4) is fixed on the inner side wall of the end cap body (1), and a mating end (5) is fixed in the middle of the inner side of the end cap body (1). A friction ring (51) is placed at the bottom of the mating end (5). A connecting piece (3) is fixed at the edge of the end cap body (1), and multiple sets of connecting holes (31) are opened in the middle of the connecting piece (3).

2. The lightweight car simulator end cap according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sealing plate (12) is a plate structure bent inward at an acute angle.

3. The lightweight car simulator end cap according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mating end (5) and the friction ring (51) both have multiple sets of circular holes in the middle, and the friction ring (51) is made of wear-resistant material.

4. The lightweight car simulator end cap according to claim 1, characterized in that, The carding blocks (2) and inner ribs (4) are arranged in multiple sets at equal intervals.

5. A lightweight car simulator end cap according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connecting piece (3) is fixed to the four corners of the end cap body (1).