Front bumper plate for a floor-scrubbing machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a front crash plate of floor sweeping machine, it includes: base body, connecting portion and reinforcing rib, the base body has elasticity and can carry out elastic deformation, connecting portion sets up in the base body, the connecting portion is relative to the base body and is outwardly extended, the edge of the connecting portion away from the base body is used for carrying out hot melt connection to the machine, reinforcing rib sets up between the base body and the connecting portion and carries out the connection to both, the reinforcing rib is extended to the edge of the connecting portion away from the base body from the base body, the elasticity of base body makes it can be elastically deformed when colliding, absorbs impact energy, reduces the impact to the internal components of robot, reinforcing rib connects the base body and connecting portion closely together, strengthens the bearing capacity and the deformation resistance of whole front crash plate, makes it can better bear the collision force, prolongs the service life.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical components, and in particular to a front impact plate for a sweeping machine. Background Technology

[0002] As is well known, the front of a robotic vacuum cleaner is prone to deformation or damage due to frequent collisions during operation, affecting the robot's normal operation and lifespan. Traditional robotic vacuum cleaners lack effective reinforcement design for their front impact plates, making them unable to withstand large impact forces. Furthermore, their ability to recover after elastic deformation is insufficient, easily leading to permanent deformation and a decrease in the robot's sealing and maneuverability. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a front impact plate for a sweeping machine that has higher stability.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present invention, the front impact plate of a sweeping machine includes: a base, a connecting portion, and a reinforcing rib. The base is elastic and capable of elastic deformation. The connecting portion is disposed on the base and extends outward relative to the base. The connecting portion is located at an edge away from the base and is used for heat-fusion connection of the machine. The reinforcing rib is disposed between the base and the connecting portion and connects the two. The reinforcing rib extends from the base to the edge of the connecting portion away from the base.

[0005] The front impact plate of the sweeping machine according to an embodiment of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: The front impact plate of the sweeping machine significantly improves structural strength and stability by incorporating reinforcing ribs between the base and the connecting part. The elasticity of the base allows it to undergo elastic deformation upon collision, absorbing impact energy and reducing impact on internal robot components. The connecting part is used for thermal fusion connection with the robot body, ensuring the secure installation of the front impact plate. The reinforcing ribs tightly connect the base and the connecting part, enhancing the overall load-bearing capacity and deformation resistance of the front impact plate, enabling it to better withstand collision forces and extend its service life. Simultaneously, the design of the reinforcing ribs helps optimize stress distribution, avoiding the risk of fracture caused by stress concentration, and improving the reliability and safety of the front impact plate.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the connecting part is disposed at the top of the base and bent downward, one end of the reinforcing rib is connected to the inner wall of the base, and the other end of the reinforcing rib is connected to the part of the connecting part that is bent downward.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the end of the reinforcing rib connected to the base is the first end, and the end of the reinforcing rib connected to the connecting part is the second end. The dimension of the first end in at least one direction is the same as the dimension of the second end in the same direction.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the height of the reinforcing rib gradually increases from the connecting portion to the inner wall of the substrate.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the connecting part is provided with a connecting pile, and the reinforcing ribs are multiple and respectively disposed on both sides of the connecting pile.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the reinforcing ribs are provided in multiple pairs, and each connecting pile is provided with at least one pair of reinforcing ribs; each reinforcing rib is evenly distributed along the length direction of the connecting portion.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the outer surface of the substrate is provided with a wear-resistant coating, and the connecting part is provided on the inner surface of the substrate.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the base, the connecting part, and the reinforcing rib are configured as an integrally formed component.

[0013] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the substrate, the connecting part, and the reinforcing rib are made of soft rubber material.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the substrate, the connecting portion, and the reinforcing rib are made of thermoplastic elastomer or thermoplastic polyurethane.

[0015] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the front impact plate of the sweeping machine according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the back of the front impact plate of the sweeping machine; Figure 3 for Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of point A is shown; Figure 4 for Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of point B is shown; Reference numerals: Base 100; Connecting part 200; Reinforcing rib 300; Connecting pile 400; Detailed Implementation The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0017] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0018] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0019] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0020] Reference Figure 1A front impact plate for a sweeping robot includes: a base 100, a connecting portion 200, and a reinforcing rib 300. The base 100 is elastic and capable of elastic deformation. The connecting portion 200 is disposed on the base 100, extending outward relative to the base 100, and its edge away from the base 100 is used for thermal fusion connection to the robot. The reinforcing rib 300 is disposed between the base 100 and the connecting portion 200, connecting the two, and extends from the base 100 to the edge of the connecting portion 200 away from the base 100. The front impact plate of this sweeping robot significantly improves structural strength and stability by incorporating the reinforcing rib 300 between the base 100 and the connecting portion 200. The elasticity of the base 100 allows it to undergo elastic deformation upon impact, absorbing impact energy and reducing impact on internal robot components. The connecting portion 200 is used for thermal fusion connection to the robot body, ensuring the secure installation of the front impact plate. The reinforcing rib 300 tightly connects the base 100 and the connecting part 200 together, enhancing the load-bearing capacity and deformation resistance of the entire front impact plate, enabling it to better withstand impact forces and extend its service life. At the same time, the design of the reinforcing rib 300 helps optimize stress distribution, avoiding the risk of fracture caused by stress concentration, and improving the reliability and safety of the front impact plate.

[0021] It is conceivable that a buffer spring would be installed at the front end of the base 100 to further absorb and mitigate the impact force on the robot during collisions. The buffer spring can effectively reduce the burden on the front impact plate, especially when facing larger obstacles, reducing the degree of deformation of the base 100 and the reinforcing rib 300, and extending the service life of the front impact plate.

[0022] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 2 The connecting portion 200 is located at the top of the base 100 and bends downwards. One end of the reinforcing rib 300 is connected to the inner wall of the base 100, and the other end of the reinforcing rib 300 is connected to the downward-bent portion of the connecting portion 200. The connecting portion 200, located at the top of the base 100 and bent downwards, forms a stable connection structure. The arrangement of the reinforcing rib 300 connecting one end to the inner wall of the base 100 and the other end to the downward-bent portion of the connecting portion 200 further enhances the bonding strength between the connecting portion 200 and the base 100. When the robot vacuum collides, the reinforcing rib 300 effectively disperses the impact force onto the base 100, reducing the concentrated stress on the connecting portion 200 and thus lowering the risk of breakage during the collision. Furthermore, this design improves the overall rigidity of the front impact plate, keeping it stable during robot movement, reducing loosening caused by vibration or impact, and ensuring the normal operation of the robot.

[0023] Furthermore, longitudinal ribs can be added to the inner wall of the base 100 to form a robust skeleton structure together with the reinforcing ribs 300. The longitudinal ribs can enhance the longitudinal strength of the base 100, and combined with the lateral support of the reinforcing ribs 300, they form a more stable three-dimensional structure, improving the overall torsional and bending resistance of the front impact plate.

[0024] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 3 The end of the reinforcing rib 300 connected to the base 100 is the first end, and the end of the reinforcing rib 300 connected to the connecting part 200 is the second end. The dimension of the first end in at least one direction is the same as the dimension of the second end in the same direction. The dimensional difference between the first and second ends of the reinforcing rib 300 allows it to better adapt to the mechanical properties of the base 100 and the connecting part 200. The first end, connected to the inner wall of the base 100, is relatively large and can withstand greater tensile and compressive stresses; the second end, connected to the downwardly bent portion of the connecting part 200, is relatively small and can flexibly adapt to the bending shape of the connecting part 200. This dimensional variation enhances the connection strength between the reinforcing rib 300 and the base 100 and the connecting part 200, while ensuring the flexibility of the connecting part 200. During a collision, the reinforcing rib 300 can effectively transfer the impact force from the connecting part 200 to the base 100, reducing the deformation of the connecting part 200 and improving the stability and reliability of the front impact plate.

[0025] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 3 The height of the reinforcing rib 300 gradually increases from the connecting portion 200 to the inner wall of the base 100. This gradual increase in height creates a gradient reinforcement structure. This design allows the reinforcing rib 300 to better adapt to stress concentration during a collision near the connecting portion 200. As it extends towards the base 100, the gradually increasing height provides stronger support and more effectively disperses impact force. During a collision, the change in the height of the reinforcing rib 300 helps guide stress distribution, reducing stress concentration at the connection between the base 100 and the connecting portion 200, and improving the overall impact resistance of the front impact plate. Simultaneously, this gradient design maintains the overall smoothness of the front impact plate, does not negatively impact the robot's mobility, and ensures the robot's normal operation in various complex environments.

[0026] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 3The connecting part 200 is provided with connecting piles 400, and multiple reinforcing ribs 300 are respectively arranged on both sides of the connecting piles 400. This arrangement ensures that each connecting pile 400 is symmetrically supported by the reinforcing ribs 300 on both sides, enhancing the stability of the connecting pile 400. When the robot is subjected to a collision, the reinforcing ribs 300 on both sides can jointly bear the impact force, preventing the connecting pile 400 from bending or breaking. The multiple reinforcing ribs 300 also improve the overall rigidity of the front impact plate, enabling it to better withstand multi-directional impact forces and ensuring the stability and reliability of the robot under various collision conditions. Furthermore, the symmetrically distributed reinforcing ribs 300 help balance stress, reduce structural deformation caused by uneven stress, and extend the service life of the front impact plate.

[0027] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 4 The reinforcing ribs 300 are arranged in multiple pairs, with each connecting pile 400 having at least one pair of reinforcing ribs 300. Each reinforcing rib 300 is evenly distributed along the length of the connecting portion 200. This even distribution of reinforcing ribs 300 allows the impact force to be evenly distributed across the connecting portion 200, avoiding weak points caused by insufficient local reinforcement. The multiple pairs of reinforcing ribs 300 improve the overall strength and rigidity of the front impact plate, enabling it to withstand greater impact forces, while also enhancing the stability and reliability of the structure. During robot operation, this evenly distributed distribution of reinforcing ribs 300 also reduces the vibration of the front impact plate, improves the robot's operational smoothness, and lowers noise levels.

[0028] In addition, an elastic rubber strip is provided along the length of the connecting part 200 to enhance the buffering performance of the front impact plate. The elastic rubber strip can provide additional elastic deformation upon collision, absorbing more impact energy and reducing the impact on the robot's internal structure. At the same time, the softness of the rubber strip can reduce damage to the colliding object and improve the robot's environmental adaptability.

[0029] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 1The outer surface of the base 100 is coated with a wear-resistant coating, and the connecting part 200 is located on the inner surface of the base 100. The wear-resistant coating significantly improves the durability and service life of the front impact plate. The wear-resistant coating effectively resists wear caused by ground friction and collisions, protecting the base 100 from damage and ensuring that the elasticity and strength of the front impact plate are not affected. Placing the connecting part 200 on the inner surface of the base 100 not only reduces the friction and collisions experienced by the connecting part 200 on the outside of the robot but also optimizes the robot's appearance design, making it more concise and aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, the built-in connecting part 200 reduces the risk of the front impact plate detaching due to impacts from external objects, improving the overall safety of the robot.

[0030] It is conceivable that the wear-resistant coating could also be replaced with a removable wear-resistant sleeve on the front impact plate, installed in areas with frequent contact with the ground. The use of the wear-resistant sleeve effectively protects the base of the front impact plate from wear, extending its service life. When the wear-resistant sleeve wears out, the user can easily replace it, reducing maintenance costs while maintaining the robot's optimal performance.

[0031] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 1 The base 100, connecting part 200, and reinforcing rib 300 are designed as a single molded component. This integrated design eliminates potential weaknesses caused by component splicing, significantly improving the overall strength and rigidity of the front impact plate. The integrated design ensures a seamless connection between the base 100, connecting part 200, and reinforcing rib 300, reducing stress concentration points and improving structural stability and reliability. During production, the integrated manufacturing process simplifies production steps, reduces production costs, and increases production efficiency. This design also enhances the front impact plate's waterproof and dustproof performance, reducing the risk of malfunctions caused by water or dust entering the robot and extending its service life.

[0032] Specifically, the base 100 has flow channels on both sides of its edges. These channels guide and manage the airflow generated during a collision. The flow channels reduce air resistance, improve the robot's movement efficiency, and guide airflow during a collision, reducing component swaying caused by airflow impact and enhancing the robot's stability.

[0033] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 1The base 100, connecting part 200, and reinforcing rib 300 are made of soft rubber. The use of soft rubber in the base 100, connecting part 200, and reinforcing rib 300 gives the front impact plate excellent elastic recovery and impact resistance. The soft rubber material can elastically deform upon impact, absorbing impact energy and reducing the impact force on the robot's internal components. At the same time, the flexibility of the soft rubber material allows it to maintain good performance even after repeated impacts, without becoming brittle or permanently deformed. This material choice improves the durability and reliability of the front impact plate, extending its service life. The soft rubber material also has a certain shock absorption effect, reducing the robot's vibration and noise levels during operation, improving the robot's operational smoothness and user experience.

[0034] Furthermore, a proximity sensor is integrated on the outer surface of the substrate 100 to detect the distance to obstacles ahead. The proximity sensor can detect the presence of obstacles in advance, giving the robot an opportunity to adjust its path, reduce unnecessary collisions, and protect the front impact plate and the robot itself. Sensor data can also be used to optimize the robot's navigation algorithm, improving cleaning efficiency and coverage.

[0035] In some embodiments, reference is made to Figure 1 The substrate 100, connecting portion 200, and reinforcing rib 300 are made of thermoplastic elastomer or thermoplastic polyurethane. The use of thermoplastic elastomer or thermoplastic polyurethane combines the elasticity of rubber with the processing convenience of plastics. Thermoplastic elastomers and thermoplastic polyurethanes possess excellent elasticity and resilience, enabling them to quickly return to their original shape after an impact, ensuring that the shape and function of the front impact plate remain unaffected. These materials also exhibit good wear resistance and weather resistance, resisting wear and environmental factors during prolonged use and extending the service life of the front impact plate. Furthermore, their excellent processing performance allows for large-scale production through processes such as injection molding, reducing production costs, improving production efficiency, and meeting market demands.

[0036] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0037] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A front impact plate for a sweeping machine, characterized in that, include: The substrate (100) is elastic and capable of elastic deformation; A connecting part (200) is disposed on the base (100), the connecting part (200) extends outward relative to the base (100), and the connecting part (200) is located away from the edge of the base (100) for heat fusion connection of the machine; A reinforcing rib (300) is disposed between the base (100) and the connecting portion (200) and connects the two. The reinforcing rib (300) extends from the base (100) to the edge of the connecting portion (200) away from the base (100).

2. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting part (200) is disposed on the top of the base (100) and bent downwards. One end of the reinforcing rib (300) is connected to the inner wall of the base (100), and the other end of the reinforcing rib (300) is connected to the part of the connecting part (200) that is bent downwards.

3. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The end of the reinforcing rib (300) connected to the base (100) is the first end, and the end of the reinforcing rib (300) connected to the connecting part (200) is the second end. The dimension of the first end in at least one direction is the dimension of the second end in the same direction.

4. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The height of the reinforcing rib (300) gradually increases from the connecting part (200) to the inner wall of the base (100).

5. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting part (200) is provided with a connecting pile (400), and there are multiple reinforcing ribs (300) respectively located on both sides of the connecting pile (400).

6. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The reinforcing ribs (300) are provided in multiple pairs, and each connecting pile (400) is provided with at least one pair of reinforcing ribs (300); each reinforcing rib (300) is evenly distributed along the length direction of the connecting part (200).

7. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The outer surface of the substrate (100) is provided with a wear-resistant coating, and the connecting part (200) is provided on the inner surface of the substrate (100).

8. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The base (100), the connecting part (200), and the reinforcing rib (300) are configured as an integrally formed component.

9. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 8, characterized in that: The base (100), the connecting part (200) and the reinforcing rib (300) are made of soft rubber material.

10. The front impact plate of the sweeping machine as described in claim 9, characterized in that: The substrate (100), the connecting part (200), and the reinforcing rib (300) are made of thermoplastic elastomer or thermoplastic polyurethane.

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