Automobile grille

Abstract

This utility model discloses an automotive grille, comprising: an outer frame, multiple grille strips, a pair of connecting plates, and an auxiliary support mechanism. The auxiliary support mechanism is installed inside the outer frame and located inside the multiple grille strips. The auxiliary support mechanism includes: multiple fixed shafts, longitudinal rods, multiple collars, multiple elliptical through holes, and a pair of inserts. The multiple fixed shafts are respectively fixed to the side of the multiple grille strips near the connecting plates, and each fixed shaft has an elliptical clamp at its end away from the grille strip. The longitudinal rods are installed inside the outer frame, and their two ends are respectively clamped to the outer frame. The multiple collars rotate within the longitudinal rods, and each collar has a gear fixed within it, with adjacent gears meshing with each other. A pair of handles are fixed to the end of one collar away from the grille strip. This utility model, through its coherent structural design, allows for individual replacement of damaged grille strips during later maintenance, thereby reducing the increased cost of replacing the entire grille.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automotive grille technology, and specifically relates to an automotive grille. Background Technology

[0002] The car grille is an important component of the front of a vehicle, combining practicality and aesthetics. It not only provides airflow for critical components such as the engine and protects the vehicle from external impacts, but also reflects brand personality and recognition. Grille designs are diverse and can be installed in various parts of the vehicle, such as above the radiator, on the bumper, or on the fenders, adding a unique style to the vehicle.

[0003] Currently, car grilles typically consist of an outer frame and a single grille panel. When one part of the grille is damaged in a collision, it is not possible to replace the damaged section; the entire grille must be replaced, which significantly increases the replacement cost during later repairs.

[0004] Therefore, in order to address the aforementioned technical problems, it is necessary to provide an automotive grille.

[0005] The information disclosed in this background section is intended only to enhance the understanding of the overall background of this utility model and should not be construed as an admission or in any way implying that the information constitutes prior art known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an automotive grille that can solve the problem that existing grilles, being composed of a single piece, require complete replacement when damaged, leading to increased maintenance costs in the later stages.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution provided by a specific embodiment of this utility model is as follows:

[0008] An automotive grille includes: an outer frame, a plurality of grille bars, a pair of connecting plates, and an auxiliary support mechanism.

[0009] Multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​grooves are cut into both sides of the outer frame. Multiple grid strips are installed inside the outer frame, and snap-fit ​​connectors are fixed to both ends of each grid strip. The multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​connectors are engaged in the multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​grooves. A pair of connecting plates are respectively snapped onto both sides of the outer frame and are located outside the multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​connectors, used to confine the snap-fit ​​connectors within the snap-fit ​​grooves.

[0010] The auxiliary support mechanism is installed inside the outer frame and located inside multiple grid strips. The auxiliary support mechanism includes: multiple fixed shafts, longitudinal rods, multiple collars, multiple elliptical through holes, and a pair of inserts. The multiple fixed shafts are respectively fixed to the side of the multiple grid strips near the connecting plate, and each fixed shaft has an elliptical clamp at its end away from the grid strip. The longitudinal rods are installed inside the outer frame, and both ends are respectively clamped to the outer frame. The multiple collars rotate within the longitudinal rods, and each collar has a gear fixed within it, with adjacent gears meshing with each other. One collar has a pair of handles fixed at its end away from the grid strip. The multiple elliptical through holes are respectively drilled into the multiple collars, and the elliptical through holes pass through the elliptical clamps and are clamped to the fixed shafts. The elliptical clamps are located within the collars.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model, multiple pairs of limiting grooves are chiseled on both side walls of the outer frame, and all pairs of limiting grooves are located on the side of the snap-fit ​​groove near the connecting plate. Multiple first limiting blocks are fixed to the side of each pair of connecting plates near the snap-fit ​​groove, and the multiple pairs of first limiting blocks are respectively inserted into the multiple pairs of limiting grooves. The connecting plates, through the insertion of the multiple pairs of first limiting blocks into the multiple pairs of limiting grooves, thereby restrict the snap-fit ​​joint within the snap-fit ​​groove by the first limiting blocks, thus installing the grid strip onto the outer frame.

[0012] In one embodiment of this utility model, a pair of first rotating shafts are rotatably mounted on each of the pair of connecting plates. A first threaded head is fixed to the end of each pair of first rotating shafts near the snap-fit ​​groove. A pair of first threaded holes are drilled on both side walls of the outer frame, and the first threaded heads are threaded into the first threaded holes. A first knob is fixed to the end of each pair of first rotating shafts located outside the connecting plates. When the connecting plate restricts the snap-fit ​​connector in the snap-fit ​​groove, the first knob drives the first rotating shafts to rotate, screwing the first threaded heads into the first threaded holes, thereby fixing the connecting plate to the outer frame.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model, both ends of the longitudinal rod slide on the insert blocks, and two collars near the pair of insert blocks are fixed with top blocks for pushing the insert blocks. A pair of slots adapted to the insert blocks are cut into the outer frame. When the collars rotate, the top blocks push the insert blocks outward, thereby inserting the insert blocks into the slots. By inserting the insert blocks into the slots, both ends of the longitudinal rod are engaged with the outer frame.

[0014] In one embodiment of this utility model, a pair of sliding rods are fixed to both ends of the longitudinal rod, and a pair of sliders are fixed to one end of each pair of insert blocks located inside the longitudinal rod. The pair of sliders slide on the pair of sliding rods respectively. Each pair of insert blocks slides on the pair of sliding rods via the pair of sliders, thus sliding between the two ends of the longitudinal rod. A tension spring is fixed between each pair of sliders and the inner wall of the longitudinal rod, and the pair of tension springs are respectively sleeved on the pair of sliding rods. The tension force of the tension springs is used to pull the sliders towards the collar, thereby causing the pair of sliders to move the insert blocks towards the collar, thus pulling the insert blocks back into the longitudinal rod when the top block is not pressing against the insert blocks.

[0015] In one embodiment of this utility model, a pair of second limiting blocks are fixed to a pair of handles on the longitudinal rod. The handles are limited by the pair of second limiting blocks, thereby limiting the rotation angle of the collar to ninety degrees.

[0016] In one embodiment of this utility model, a second rotating shaft is rotatably mounted on one end of one of the handles. A second threaded head is fixed to the end of the second rotating shaft near the longitudinal rod. A second threaded hole is drilled on the longitudinal rod, and the second threaded head is threaded into the second threaded hole. A second knob is fixed to the end of the second rotating shaft outside the handle. The second knob drives the second rotating shaft to rotate, and the second rotating shaft drives the second threaded head to be screwed into the second threaded hole, thereby fixing the handle and thus fixing the collar and preventing the collar from rotating.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the automobile grille of this utility model is provided with multiple individually detachable grille strips, so that damaged grille strips can be replaced individually during later maintenance, thereby reducing the problem of increased costs caused by replacing the entire grille. Attached Figure Description

[0018] 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 recorded in this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an automobile grille according to one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of an automobile grille according to one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The structural diagram shown at point A in the middle;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the outer frame, grille strips, and connecting plate in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 4 The structural diagram shown at point B in the middle;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the longitudinal rod in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 7 for Figure 6 The structural diagram shown at point C is shown below.

[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the collar structure in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Explanation of key figure labels:

[0028] 1-Outer frame, 101-Grid strip, 102-Snap connector, 103-Snap slot, 104-Connecting plate, 105-First limiting block, 106-Limiting groove, 107-First rotating shaft, 108-First threaded head, 109-First threaded hole, 110-First knob, 2-Auxiliary support mechanism, 201-Fixed shaft, 202-Oval snap connector, 203-Slot, 204-Vertical rod, 205-Collar, 206-Gear, 207-Oval through hole, 208-Top block, 209-Insertion block, 210-Slide rod, 211-Slider, 212-Tension spring, 213-Handle, 214-Second limiting block, 215-Second rotating shaft, 216-Second threaded head, 217-Second threaded hole, 218-Second knob. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in this disclosure, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this disclosure, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0030] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a car grille comprising: an outer frame 1, a plurality of grille strips 101, a pair of connecting plates 104, and an auxiliary support mechanism 2.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​grooves 103 are carved on both sides of the outer frame 1. Multiple grid strips 101 are installed inside the outer frame 1, and snap-fit ​​connectors 102 are fixed at both ends of the multiple grid strips 101. The multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​connectors 102 are snapped into the multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​grooves 103. A pair of connecting plates 104 are respectively snapped onto the two sides of the outer frame 1 and are located outside the multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​connectors 102 to restrict the snap-fit ​​connectors 102 in the snap-fit ​​grooves 103.

[0032] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, the auxiliary support mechanism 2 is installed inside the outer frame 1 and located inside multiple grid bars 101. The auxiliary support mechanism 2 includes multiple fixed shafts 201, longitudinal rods 204, multiple collars 205, and multiple elliptical through holes 207. The multiple fixed shafts 201 are respectively fixed to the side of the multiple grid bars 101 near the connecting plate 104, and each fixed shaft 201 has an elliptical clamp 202 fixed at its end away from the grid bar 101. The longitudinal rods 204 are installed inside the outer frame 1, and both ends are respectively clamped to the outer frame 1. The multiple collars 205 rotate within the longitudinal rods 204, and each collar 205 has a gear 206 fixed within the longitudinal rods 204, with each pair of adjacent gears 206 meshing with each other. One of the collars 205 has a pair of handles 213 fixed at its end away from the grid bar 101. Multiple elliptical through holes 207 are respectively drilled on multiple collars 205, and the elliptical through holes 207 pass through the elliptical clamps 202 and are clamped on the fixed shaft 201. The elliptical clamps 202 are located in the collars 205.

[0033] When it is necessary to install the grid strip 101 onto the outer frame 1, first insert the snap-fit ​​connectors 102 at both ends of the grid strip 101 into the snap-fit ​​grooves 103 on the outer frame 1. After all the grid strips 101 are installed, snap a pair of connecting plates 104 onto the two side walls of the outer frame 1 respectively, restricting the snap-fit ​​connectors 102 in the snap-fit ​​grooves 103, thereby preventing the grid strips 101 from detaching from the outer frame 1. Then, drive one of the collars 205 to rotate through a pair of handles 213. The collar 205 drives the other collars 205 to rotate together through the gear 206, rotating the collar 205 until the elliptical through hole 207 corresponds to the elliptical snap-fit ​​connector 202. Then, move the longitudinal rod 204 toward the grid strip 101, so that the fixed shaft 201 passes through the elliptical through hole 207, the elliptical through hole 207 moves onto the fixed shaft 201, and both ends of the longitudinal rod 204 are snapped onto the outer frame 1. Then, a pair of handles 213 drive the collar 205 to rotate 90 degrees, causing the elliptical through hole 207 and the elliptical clamp 202 to be offset from each other by 90 degrees. This provides longitudinal support for the grid strip 101 through the fixed shaft 201 positioned in the elliptical through hole 207. Simultaneously, the elliptical clamp 202 engages with the collar 205, thereby providing lateral support for the grid strip 101 through the collar 205 and the longitudinal rod 204.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, multiple pairs of limiting grooves 106 are carved on both side walls of the outer frame 1. These limiting grooves 106 are all located on the side of the snap-fit ​​groove 103 near the connecting plate 104. Multiple first limiting blocks 105 are fixed to the side of each pair of connecting plates 104 near the snap-fit ​​groove 103, and these first limiting blocks 105 are respectively inserted into the multiple pairs of limiting grooves 106. The connecting plates 104, through the insertion of the multiple pairs of first limiting blocks 105 into the multiple pairs of limiting grooves 106, thereby restricting the snap-fit ​​connector 102 within the snap-fit ​​groove 103, thus installing the grille strip 101 onto the outer frame 1.

[0035] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a pair of first rotating shafts 107 are rotatably mounted on each of the pair of connecting plates 104. A first threaded head 108 is fixed to one end of each pair of first rotating shafts 107 near the snap-fit ​​groove 103. A pair of first threaded holes 109 are drilled on both sides of the outer frame 1, and the first threaded head 108 is threaded into the first threaded hole 109. A first knob 110 is fixed to one end of each pair of first rotating shafts 107 located outside the connecting plate 104. When the connecting plate 104 restricts the snap-fit ​​connector 102 in the snap-fit ​​groove 103, the first knob 110 drives the first rotating shafts 107 to rotate, screwing the first threaded head 108 into the first threaded hole 109, thereby fixing the connecting plate 104 to the outer frame 1.

[0036] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, both ends of the vertical rod 204 slide on the insert blocks 209, and each of the two collars 205 near the pair of insert blocks 209 has a top block 208 fixed for pushing the insert blocks 209. A pair of slots 203 adapted to the insert blocks 209 are cut into the outer frame 1. When the collars 205 rotate, they push the insert blocks 209 outwards through the top blocks 208, thereby inserting the insert blocks 209 into the slots 203. The insertion of the insert blocks 209 into the slots 203 secures both ends of the vertical rod 204 to the outer frame 1. A pair of sliding rods 210 are fixed to both ends of the vertical rod 204, and a pair of sliders 211 are fixed to one end of each pair of insert blocks 209 located within the vertical rod 204. The pair of sliders 211 slide on the pair of sliding rods 210 respectively. Each pair of insert blocks 209 slides on the pair of sliding rods 210 via the pair of sliders 211, thus sliding at both ends of the vertical rod 204.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, a pair of sliders 211 are each fixed with a tension spring 212 between them and the inner wall of the vertical rod 204. The tension springs 212 are respectively sleeved on a pair of sliders 210. The tension of the tension springs 212 is used to pull the sliders 211 towards the collar 205, thereby causing the pair of sliders 211 to move the insert block 209 towards the collar 205. This pulls the insert block 209 back into the vertical rod 204 when the top block 208 is not pressing against it. A pair of second limiting blocks 214 are fixed to a pair of handles 213 on the vertical rod 204. The second limiting blocks 214 limit the handles 213, thereby limiting the rotation angle of the collar 205 to ninety degrees.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, one end of one of the handles 213 is rotatably equipped with a second rotating shaft 215. A second threaded head 216 is fixed to the end of the second rotating shaft 215 near the longitudinal rod 204. A second threaded hole 217 is drilled in the longitudinal rod 204, and the second threaded head 216 is threaded into the second threaded hole 217. A second knob 218 is fixed to the end of the second rotating shaft 215 outside the handle 213. The second knob 218 drives the second rotating shaft 215 to rotate, causing the second rotating shaft 215 to screw the second threaded head 216 into the second threaded hole 217, thereby fixing the handle 213 and thus fixing the collar 205, preventing the collar 205 from rotating.

[0039] Working principle: When the grid strip 101 needs to be installed on the outer frame 1, firstly, insert the snap-fit ​​connectors 102 at both ends of the grid strip 101 into the snap-fit ​​grooves 103 on the outer frame 1. After all the grid strips 101 are installed, insert the multiple pairs of first limiting blocks 105 on a pair of connecting plates 104 into the multiple pairs of limiting grooves 106 respectively, so that the first limiting blocks 105 restrict the snap-fit ​​connectors 102 in the snap-fit ​​grooves 103, thereby installing the grid strip 101 on the outer frame 1. This prevents the grid strip 101 from detaching from the outer frame 1. Then, drive the first rotating shaft 107 to rotate through the first knob 110, screw the first threaded head 108 into the first threaded hole 109, thereby fixing the connecting plate 104 to the outer frame 1.

[0040] Then, a pair of handles 213 drive one of the collars 205 to rotate. The collar 205 drives the other collars 205 to rotate together via gear 206, until the collar 205 is rotated so that the elliptical through hole 207 corresponds to the elliptical chuck 202. When the collars 205 at both ends rotate, they drive the top block 208 to move away from the bottom of the insert block 209. After it moves away, the tension of the tension spring 212 pulls the slider 211 towards the collar 205, thereby causing the pair of sliders 211 to drive the insert block 209 towards the collar 205, thus pulling the insert block 209 back into the vertical rod 204.

[0041] The longitudinal rod 204 is then moved toward the grid strip 101, causing the fixed shaft 201 to pass through the elliptical through hole 207, which then moves onto the fixed shaft 201. Next, a pair of handles 213 rotate the collar 205 ninety degrees, causing the elliptical through hole 207 and the elliptical clip 202 to be offset ninety degrees from each other. As the collar 205 rotates, it causes the top block 208 to rotate toward the insertion block 209, pushing the insertion block 209 outwards and inserting it into the matching slot 203, thereby fixing the longitudinal rod 204 between the upper and lower cross arms of the outer frame 1. Then, the second knob 218 rotates the second rotating shaft 215, causing the second threaded head 216 to be screwed into the second threaded hole 217, thus fixing the handle 213 and securing the collar 205, preventing it from rotating.

[0042] Thus, on the one hand, the fixed shaft 201 is provided in the elliptical through hole 207 to provide longitudinal support for the grid bar 101. On the other hand, the elliptical clamp 202 is engaged in the collar 205, so that the collar 205 and the longitudinal bar 204 provide lateral support for the grid bar 101.

[0043] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this disclosure is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that this disclosure can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of this disclosure is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this disclosure. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0044] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A car grille, characterized in that, include: The outer frame has multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​grooves cut into both sides of its outer frame. Multiple grid strips are installed inside the outer frame, and each end of the multiple grid strips is fixed with a snap connector, and multiple pairs of snap connectors are snapped into multiple pairs of snap slots; A pair of connecting plates are respectively snapped onto the two side walls of the outer frame and are located on the outside of multiple pairs of snap-fit ​​connectors to confine the snap-fit ​​connectors within the snap-fit ​​grooves; and An auxiliary support mechanism is installed inside the outer frame and located inside multiple grid strips. The auxiliary support mechanism includes multiple fixed shafts, longitudinal rods, multiple collars, and multiple elliptical through holes. The multiple fixed shafts are respectively fixed to the side of the multiple grid strips near the connecting plate. An elliptical clamp is fixed to the end of each of the multiple fixed shafts away from the grid strip. The longitudinal rods are installed inside the outer frame. The multiple collars rotate inside the longitudinal rods, and gears are fixed inside each of the multiple collars. Each pair of adjacent gears meshes with each other. A pair of handles is fixed to the end of one of the collars away from the grid strip. The multiple elliptical through holes are respectively drilled on the multiple collars, and the elliptical through holes pass through the elliptical clamps and are clamped on the fixed shafts. The elliptical clamps are located in the collars.

2. The automotive grille according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple pairs of limiting grooves are carved on both sides of the outer frame, and all of the limiting grooves are located on the side of the snap-fit ​​groove near the connecting plate.

3. A car grille according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each pair of connecting plates has multiple first limiting blocks fixed on the side near the snap-fit ​​groove, and multiple pairs of first limiting blocks are respectively inserted into multiple pairs of limiting grooves.

4. A car grille according to claim 3, characterized in that, Each pair of connecting plates is rotatably provided with a pair of first rotating shafts, and a first threaded head is fixed at one end of each pair of first rotating shafts near the snap-fit ​​groove. A pair of first threaded holes are drilled on both sides of the outer frame, and the first threaded head is threaded into the first threaded hole.

5. A car grille according to claim 4, characterized in that, A first knob is fixed at one end of the first rotating shaft located outside the connecting plate.

6. A car grille according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both ends of the longitudinal rod slide on the insert blocks, and two collars near a pair of insert blocks are fixed with top blocks for pushing the insert blocks. A pair of slots adapted to the insert blocks are cut into the outer frame.

7. A car grille according to claim 6, characterized in that, A pair of sliding rods are fixed at both ends of the longitudinal rod. A pair of sliders are fixed at one end of each pair of inserts located inside the longitudinal rod. The pair of sliders slide on the pair of sliding rods respectively. A tension spring is fixed between the pair of sliders and the inner wall of the longitudinal rod. The pair of tension springs are respectively sleeved on the pair of sliding rods.

8. A car grille according to claim 1, characterized in that, A pair of second limiting blocks are fixed at a pair of handles on the longitudinal rod.

9. A car grille according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of one of the handles is rotatably provided with a second rotating shaft, and a second threaded head is fixed at the end of the second rotating shaft near the longitudinal rod. A second threaded hole is drilled on the longitudinal rod, and the second threaded head is threaded into the second threaded hole.

10. A car grille according to claim 9, characterized in that, The second pivot is fixed to a second knob at one end outside the handle.

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