A new type of electric tricycle roof sheet metal structure

By integrating a solar energy receiving and extension mechanism into the sheet metal structure of the electric tricycle's roof, the angle adjustment and storage of the solar panels are realized, solving the problems of short range and narrow road passage, and enhancing the electric tricycle's range and accessibility.

CN224576747UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-31SHANDONG JINBO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANDONG JINBO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-27
Publication Date
2026-07-31

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Technical Problem

The existing electric tricycles have a single-function roof sheet metal structure, resulting in short range, inconvenient recharging, and obstruction of passage when driving on narrow roads.

Method used

A novel roof sheet metal structure was designed, integrating a solar energy receiving mechanism and an extension mechanism. The drive component drives the transmission plate and transmission rod to achieve angle adjustment and storage of the solar panels, enhancing the battery life. The storage function of the extension frame can also adapt to narrow terrain.

Benefits of technology

The range of electric tricycles has been improved, and solar panels have been used to enhance their power supply, solving the problem of passage on narrow roads.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of electric tricycle technology and discloses a novel sheet metal structure for the roof of an electric tricycle. It includes a tricycle body, a roof sheet metal structure fixedly connected to the outside of the tricycle body, a solar energy receiving mechanism fixedly connected to the outside of the roof sheet metal structure, and an extension mechanism rotatably connected to the outside of the roof sheet metal structure. The solar energy receiving mechanism includes a drive assembly for driving, two fixed blocks a rotatably connected to the outside of the drive assembly, and a transmission plate fixedly connected to the outside of the drive assembly. In this utility model, the drive assembly drives the transmission plate to rotate, the transmission plate drives the transmission rod a to rotate, and the transmission rod a drives the solar panel to rise and fall. With the cooperation of the fixed blocks c and the rotating shaft b, the angle of the solar panel changes, thereby better absorbing solar energy and solving the problem of short range in some electric tricycles.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electric tricycle technology, and in particular to a novel sheet metal structure for the roof of an electric tricycle. Background Technology

[0002] Electric tricycles, as a common short-distance means of transportation, have been widely used in urban and rural areas due to their economic practicality and ease of operation. The canopy, as an important component of electric tricycles, mainly serves to protect against wind, rain, and sun. Sheet metal structures, due to their high strength and ease of processing, have become a common structural form for electric tricycle canopies.

[0003] The sheet metal structure of the roof of some electric tricycles mainly consists of the roof body and supporting components. The roof body is usually made of metal sheets, such as steel plates and aluminum plates, and is formed by stamping, bending and other processes. The supporting components are mostly metal pipes and profiles, which are welded and bolted to the chassis of the vehicle and the roof to provide stable support. When working, the roof mainly serves to provide sunshade, rain protection and a certain degree of wind protection. When the vehicle is moving, the airflow impacts the roof, and the supporting components need to transfer the external force on the roof to the chassis of the vehicle, relying on the overall structure of the vehicle to resist the external force and ensure the stability of the roof.

[0004] In the existing technology, the sheet metal structure of the roof of some electric tricycles has a relatively simple function, which can only serve the purpose of sunshade and rain protection, and does not make full use of its space. In addition, current electric tricycles have short range and inconvenient charging, and the parts that extend beyond the vehicle body can obstruct driving on narrow roads. Therefore, a new type of sheet metal structure for the roof of electric tricycles is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a novel sheet metal structure for the roof of an electric tricycle, aiming to improve the problems of short range and inconvenient refueling faced by some electric tricycles in the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A novel sheet metal roof structure for an electric tricycle includes a tricycle body, a roof sheet metal structure fixedly connected to the outside of the tricycle body, a solar energy receiving mechanism fixedly connected to the outside of the roof sheet metal structure, and an extension mechanism rotatably connected to the outside of the roof sheet metal structure.

[0008] The solar energy receiving mechanism includes a drive assembly for driving. Two fixed blocks a are rotatably connected to the outside of the drive assembly. A transmission plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the drive assembly. A rotating shaft a is rotatably connected to the inside of the transmission plate. Two transmission rods a are rotatably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft a. Fixed blocks b are rotatably connected to the outside of the two transmission rods a. A solar panel is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed block b. A fixed block c is fixedly connected to the outside of the solar panel. A rotating shaft b is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed block c. Two fixed blocks d are fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating shaft b.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0010] The extension mechanism includes an extension frame, a rotating shaft c is fixedly connected inside the extension frame, a groove is opened inside the extension frame, a buckle is rotatably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft c, and a rotating shaft d is slidably connected inside the extension frame.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0012] The drive assembly includes a motor, the drive end of which is fixedly connected to a drive shaft, the drive shaft is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed block a, and the drive shaft is fixedly connected to the inside of the transmission plate.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0014] The drive assembly is externally fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure, and the two fixing blocks a are externally fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0016] The two fixing blocks d are externally fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure, and the solar panel is externally rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure.

[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0018] Two transmission rods b are fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating shaft d, and a rotating shaft e is rotatably connected inside the two transmission rods b. A rotating rod is fixedly connected to the outside of the extension frame, and the rotating rod is rotatably connected to the inside of the top plate sheet metal structure.

[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0020] The extension frame is externally rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure, the buckle is externally rotatably connected to the inside of the extension frame, and the buckle is externally slidably connected to the outside of the rotation shaft d.

[0021] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0022] The extension mechanism is externally rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure.

[0023] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0024] 1. In this utility model, the drive assembly drives the transmission plate to rotate, the transmission plate drives the transmission rod a to rotate, the transmission rod a drives the solar panel to rise and fall, and with the cooperation of the fixed block c and the rotating shaft b, the angle of the solar panel changes so as to better absorb solar energy and solve the problem of short range of some electric tricycles.

[0025] 2. In this utility model, the buckle is manually pressed, causing the rotating shaft d to slide to the other end of the groove in the extension frame. With the cooperation of the rotating shaft e and the rotating rod, the extension frame is stored in the groove of the top plate sheet metal structure, thereby achieving the purpose of passing through narrow terrain. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a novel sheet metal structure for the roof of an electric tricycle proposed in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a solar panel for a novel sheet metal roof structure of an electric tricycle proposed in this utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main body of a tricycle with a novel sheet metal roof structure for an electric tricycle, as proposed in this utility model.

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0030] Legend:

[0031] 1. Tricycle body; 2. Sheet metal structure of the roof; 3. Solar receiving mechanism; 31. Drive assembly; 311. Motor; 312. Drive shaft; 32. Fixing block a; 33. Transmission plate; 34. Rotating shaft a; 35. Transmission rod a; 36. Fixing block b; 37. Solar panel; 38. Fixing block c; 39. Rotating shaft b; 3010. Fixing block d; 4. Extension mechanism; 41. Extension frame; 42. Rotating shaft c; 43. Buckle; 44. Rotating shaft d; 45. Transmission rod b; 46. Rotating shaft e; 47. Rotating rod. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0033] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 This utility model provides an embodiment of a novel electric tricycle roof sheet metal structure, including a tricycle body 1 with external connectors, a roof sheet metal structure 2 fixedly connected to the outside of the tricycle body 1 with grooves in some places for later installation of a rain canopy, a solar energy receiving mechanism 3 fixedly connected to the outside of the roof sheet metal structure 2 for extending the range, and an extension mechanism 4 rotatably connected to the outside of the roof sheet metal structure 2 for unfolding and folding as needed. The extension mechanism 4 is rotatably connected to the outside of the roof sheet metal structure 2 and has a special groove inside for storing the extension mechanism 4.

[0034] The solar energy receiving mechanism 3 includes a drive assembly 31 for providing power. Two fixed blocks a32 are rotatably connected to the outside of the drive assembly 31 for support. A transmission plate 33 is fixedly connected to the outside of the drive assembly 31 for transmitting power and has grooves inside to reduce wind resistance. A rotating shaft a34 is rotatably connected inside the transmission plate 33 for transmitting power. Two transmission rods a35 are rotatably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft a34 for transmitting power. Fixed blocks b36 are rotatably connected to the outside of the two transmission rods a35, with shafts at both ends for connection. A solar panel 37 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed block b36 and has a built-in rainproof function. A fixed block c38 is fixedly connected to the outside of the solar panel 37 for connection. A rotating shaft b39 is rotatably connected inside the fixed block c38 for transmitting power. Two fixed blocks d3010 are fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating shaft b39 for providing support.

[0035] The drive assembly 31 includes a motor 311 as the power source of the assembly. The drive end of the motor 311 is fixedly connected to a drive shaft 312 for transmitting power. The external part of the drive shaft 312 is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed block a32. The external part of the drive shaft 312 is fixedly connected to the inside of the transmission plate 33. The external part of the drive assembly 31 is fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure 2. The external parts of the two fixed blocks a32 are fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure 2. The external parts of the two fixed blocks d3010 are fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure 2. The external part of the solar panel 37 is rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure 2.

[0036] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4The extension mechanism 4 includes an extension frame 41 as the main body of the entire mechanism. A rotating shaft c42 is fixedly connected inside the extension frame 41 for transmitting power. A slot is opened inside the extension frame 41. A buckle 43 is rotatably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft c42, and a spring is provided inside to achieve pop-out. A rotating shaft d44 is slidably connected inside the extension frame 41 for transmitting power. Two transmission rods b45 are fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating shaft d44, and holes are opened inside them. A rotating shaft e46 is rotatably connected inside the two transmission rods b45 for transmitting power. A rotating rod 47 is fixedly connected to the outside of the extension frame 41 for transmitting power. The rotating rod 47 is rotatably connected to the inside of the top plate sheet metal structure 2, and fixed parts are provided at both ends. The outside of the extension frame 41 is rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure 2. The outside of the buckle 43 is rotatably connected to the inside of the extension frame 41 for supporting the insertion of the extension frame 41. The outside of the buckle 43 is slidably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft d44.

[0037] Working principle: When the electric tricycle needs to be charged by the solar panel 37, the drive assembly 31 can be opened. The drive assembly 31 drives the transmission plate 33 to rotate, the transmission plate 33 drives the transmission rod a35 to rotate, and the transmission rod a35 drives the solar panel 37 to rise and fall. With the cooperation of the fixed block c38 and the rotating shaft b39, the angle of the solar panel 37 is changed so as to better absorb solar energy.

[0038] When the electric tricycle needs to reduce the roof area due to terrain factors, the buckle 43 can be pressed manually to make the rotating shaft d44 slide to the other end of the groove in the extension frame 41. With the cooperation of the rotating shaft e46 and the rotating rod 47, the extension frame 41 is stored in the groove of the roof sheet metal structure 2, thereby achieving the purpose of passing through narrow terrain.

[0039] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A new type of electric three-wheeler roof panel structure comprising a three-wheeler body (1), characterized in that: The tricycle body (1) is externally fixedly connected to a roof sheet metal structure (2), the roof sheet metal structure (2) is externally fixedly connected to a solar energy receiving mechanism (3), and the roof sheet metal structure (2) is externally rotatably connected to an extension mechanism (4). The solar energy receiving mechanism (3) includes a drive assembly (31) for driving. Two fixed blocks a (32) are rotatably connected to the outside of the drive assembly (31). A transmission plate (33) is fixedly connected to the outside of the drive assembly (31). A rotating shaft a (34) is rotatably connected to the inside of the transmission plate (33). Two transmission rods a (35) are rotatably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft a (34). Fixed blocks b (36) are rotatably connected to the outside of the two transmission rods a (35). A solar panel (37) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed block b (36). A fixed block c (38) is fixedly connected to the outside of the solar panel (37). A rotating shaft b (39) is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed block c (38). Two fixed blocks d (3010) are fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating shaft b (39).

2. A novel electric three-wheeler roof panel structure as claimed in claim 1 wherein: The extension mechanism (4) includes an extension frame (41), a rotating shaft c (42) is fixedly connected inside the extension frame (41), a groove is opened inside the extension frame (41), a buckle (43) is rotatably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft c (42), and a rotating shaft d (44) is slidably connected inside the extension frame (41).

3. A novel electric three-wheeler roof panel structure as claimed in claim 1 wherein: The drive assembly (31) includes a motor (311), the drive end of which is fixedly connected to a drive shaft (312), the external part of which is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed block a (32), and the external part of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the transmission plate (33).

4. A novel electric three-wheeler roof panel structure as claimed in claim 1 wherein: The drive assembly (31) is externally fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure (2), and the two fixing blocks a (32) are externally fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure (2).

5. A novel electric three-wheeler roof panel structure as claimed in claim 1 wherein: The two fixed blocks d (3010) are externally fixedly connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure (2), and the solar panel (37) is externally rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure (2).

6. A novel electric three-wheeler roof panel structure as claimed in claim 2 wherein: The rotating shaft d (44) is externally fixedly connected to two transmission rods b (45), and the two transmission rods b (45) are internally rotatably connected to a rotating shaft e (46). The extension frame (41) is externally fixedly connected to a rotating rod (47), and the external rotating rod (47) is externally rotatably connected to the interior of the top plate sheet metal structure (2).

7. A novel electric three-wheeler roof panel structure as claimed in claim 2 wherein: The extension frame (41) is externally rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure (2), the buckle (43) is externally rotatably connected to the inside of the extension frame (41), and the buckle (43) is externally slidably connected to the outside of the rotating shaft d (44).

8. A novel electric three-wheeler roof panel structure as claimed in claim 1 wherein: The extension mechanism (4) is externally rotatably connected to the outside of the top plate sheet metal structure (2).