Vehicle body pillar trim panel, vehicle body pillar trim panel assembly having the same, and vehicle

Abstract

The application relates to a vehicle body pillar interior panel, a vehicle body pillar interior panel assembly and a vehicle, and belongs to the vehicle field. The vehicle body pillar interior panel is used for mounting a vehicle-mounted device between the vehicle body pillar interior panel and a vehicle body pillar, the vehicle-mounted device comprises a fatigue driving detection device, and the vehicle body pillar interior panel comprises a panel main body and a pillar connecting portion. The panel main body is provided with a containing cavity and a monitoring port. The containing cavity extends along the length direction of the vehicle body pillar interior panel and faces the vehicle body pillar. One end of the containing cavity is used for containing the fatigue driving detection device. The monitoring port is communicated with the containing cavity and faces a main driver area. The monitoring port is used for collecting images of the main driver area by the fatigue driving detection device. The pillar connecting portion is arranged on the inner surface of the panel main body and located in the containing cavity. The pillar connecting portion is used for connecting the vehicle body pillar interior panel and the vehicle body pillar through a connecting piece. The application is beneficial for mounting the fatigue driving detection device on the vehicle body, and is convenient for accurately identifying the fatigue features such as the lowering of the head of the main driver area, so as to ensure the driving safety.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of vehicles, and in particular relates to a body pillar interior panel, a body pillar interior panel assembly having the same, and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] During the design and development of the vehicle structure, interior panels are typically installed on the body pillars to enhance the visual appeal and perceived quality of the interior and to prevent damage to the pillars. However, due to their inherent structure, existing interior panels are incompatible with the installation of onboard devices used to improve vehicle safety (such as driver fatigue detection devices). Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the above, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a body pillar interior panel, a body pillar interior panel assembly having the same, and a vehicle, so as to solve at least one of the above technical problems.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, a first aspect of this utility model provides a vehicle pillar interior panel, which is used to install a vehicle-mounted device between the interior panel and the vehicle pillar. The vehicle-mounted device includes a driver fatigue detection device. The interior panel includes a panel body and a pillar connecting portion. The panel body has a receiving cavity and a monitoring port. The receiving cavity extends along the length of the interior panel and faces the vehicle pillar. One end of the receiving cavity is used to accommodate the driver fatigue detection device. The monitoring port communicates with the receiving cavity and faces the driver's area. The monitoring port allows the driver fatigue detection device to collect images of the driver's area. The pillar connecting portion is disposed on the inner surface of the panel body and located in the receiving cavity. The pillar connecting portion is used to cooperate with a connector to connect the interior panel and the vehicle pillar.

[0005] In one embodiment, the vehicle-mounted device further includes an audio module, and the trim panel body also has a mounting port for mounting the audio module, the mounting port communicating with the receiving cavity.

[0006] In one embodiment, the mounting port and the monitoring port are located at the same end of the interior panel of the vehicle body pillar.

[0007] In one embodiment, the body pillar interior panel further includes a fatigue detection device connection portion, which is disposed on the inner surface of the panel body and located in the accommodating cavity. The fatigue detection device connection portion is used to cooperate with fasteners to realize the installation of the fatigue driving detection device on the body pillar interior panel.

[0008] In one embodiment, the interior trim panel of the vehicle body pillar further includes a reinforcing portion disposed on the inner surface of the trim panel body and located in the accommodating cavity.

[0009] In one embodiment, the body pillar interior panel further includes a positioning groove for positioning the installation position of the buffer strip on the body pillar interior panel.

[0010] The second aspect of this utility model provides a body pillar interior panel assembly, including the body pillar interior panel as described in the above technical solution.

[0011] In another embodiment, a buffer strip is also included, which is disposed between the interior panel of the vehicle pillar and the vehicle pillar and at the other end of the accommodating cavity. The buffer strip is used to absorb and disperse the load generated by the collision when the vehicle pillar is involved in a collision.

[0012] In another embodiment, a sealing strip is also included, which is disposed at the long side edge of the pillar interior panel and at the edge of the body pillar interior panel for overlapping with the body pillar, to prevent liquid from entering the interior of the body.

[0013] A third aspect of this utility model provides a vehicle including a body pillar interior panel assembly as described in the above technical solutions.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects: This invention features a accommodating cavity, a monitoring port, and a pillar connecting portion on the main body of a vehicle pillar interior panel. The accommodating cavity extends along the length of the interior panel and faces the vehicle pillar, accommodating a driver fatigue detection device. The monitoring port communicates with the accommodating cavity and faces the driver's area, allowing the device to capture images of the driver's area. The pillar connecting portion is located on the inner surface of the main panel and within the accommodating cavity, cooperating with a connector to connect the interior panel to the vehicle pillar. Compared to existing technologies, this vehicle pillar interior panel facilitates the installation of a driver fatigue detection device on the vehicle body. Furthermore, by incorporating the driver fatigue detection device, it allows for accurate identification of fatigue characteristics in the driver's area, such as closed eyes or head tilting, ensuring safe vehicle operation. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a vehicle body pillar interior panel, a vehicle body pillar, and a vehicle-mounted device from a first-view perspective, provided as an embodiment of this application.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of a vehicle body pillar interior panel, a vehicle body pillar, and a vehicle-mounted device provided in an embodiment of this application, viewed from a second perspective.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of a vehicle body pillar interior panel provided in an embodiment of this application from a first-view perspective.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of a vehicle body pillar interior panel provided in an embodiment of this application from a second-view perspective.

[0020] Figure 5 for Figure 2 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the body pillar interior panel, body pillar, and onboard equipment in the AA direction.

[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 10. Interior panels on body pillars; 11. Decorative panel body; 12. Support column connection; 13. Accommodation cavity; 14. Monitoring port; 15. Mounting port; 16. Fatigue detection device connection; 17. Audio module connection; 18. Reinforcing part; 19. Positioning groove; 20. Buffer strip; 30. Sealing strip; 1. Vehicle body pillars; 2. Vehicle-mounted devices; 2a. Fatigue driving detection device; 2b. Audio module; 3. Connectors. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The specific embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are merely some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the description of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms according to the specific circumstances.

[0024] The terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "back," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship that the product of this utility model is usually placed in during use. They are only for the convenience of description and simplification, 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.

[0025] The terms “first,” “second,” “third,” etc., are used merely to distinguish elements with similar properties, not to indicate or imply relative importance or a specific order.

[0026] The terms “include,” “comprising,” or any other variation thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, which includes not only the elements listed but also other elements not expressly listed.

[0027] According to the inventors, during the design and development of the vehicle structure, interior panels are typically installed on the vehicle's interior pillars to enhance the visual appeal and perceived quality of the interior and to prevent damage to the pillars. However, existing interior panels, due to their structural limitations, are incompatible with the installation of onboard devices used to improve vehicle safety (such as driver fatigue detection devices).

[0028] To address the poor compatibility issues of existing interior trim panels, it is necessary to improve or optimize their structure.

[0029] Example 1 Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2An embodiment of the first aspect of this utility model provides a vehicle pillar interior panel 10, which is used to install a vehicle-mounted device 2 between the vehicle pillar interior panel 10 and the vehicle pillar 1. It should be noted that the vehicle-mounted device 2 mentioned here and below refers to a device for improving vehicle safety, including but not limited to a fatigue driving detection device 2a for monitoring the driver's fatigue state and an audio module 2b for converting electrical signals into sound signals to realize the playback and propagation of sound. The term "body pillar 1" as used here and below refers to a pillar directly connected to the roof and providing support, such as the A-pillar. Specifically, body pillar 1 is the A-pillar closest to the driver's area. For example, when the vehicle is left-hand drive, body pillar 1 refers to the left A-pillar, and when the vehicle is right-hand drive, body pillar 1 refers to the right A-pillar. This allows the fatigue driving detection device 2a to accurately analyze the driver's facial features, eye signals, head movements, and other biometric characteristics to determine the degree of fatigue. Then, based on the driver's fatigue level, it determines whether to trigger the vehicle's warning mechanism, such as reminding the driver to rest through audible alarms, seat vibrations, or dashboard warning symbols, to prevent the driver from driving while fatigued and thus ensure safe vehicle operation.

[0030] For example, please refer to the following: Figure 3 , Figure 4 The interior trim panel 10 for the vehicle pillar includes a panel body 11 and a pillar connecting portion 12. It should be noted that the panel body 11 has a receiving cavity 13 and a monitoring port 14. The pillar connecting portion 12 is located on the inner surface of the panel body 11 and within the receiving cavity 13. Specifically, the receiving cavity 13 extends along the length of the interior trim panel 10 and faces the vehicle pillar 1. One end of the receiving cavity 13 is used to accommodate a driver fatigue detection device 2a. The monitoring port 14 communicates with the receiving cavity 13 and faces the driver's area. The monitoring port 14 allows the driver fatigue detection device 2a to collect images of the driver's area, such as capturing and transmitting driver fatigue characteristics (e.g., driver's closed eyes, head down, etc.) through the input device of the driver fatigue detection device 2a (e.g., a camera module). The pillar connecting portion 12 protrudes from the inner surface of the panel body 11 and is located within the receiving cavity 13. It is used to connect the interior trim panel 10 to the vehicle pillar 1 in conjunction with a connector 3 (e.g., a waterproof buckle).

[0031] Furthermore, to improve vehicle safety and comfort, the trim panel body 11 also has a mounting opening 15 for mounting an audio module 2b (such as a speaker). Specifically, the mounting opening 15 communicates with the receiving cavity 13 and is orifice-shaped. Preferably, the mounting opening 15 and the monitoring opening 14 are formed at the same end of the body pillar trim panel 10, such as the end of the body pillar trim panel 10 for connection with the vehicle's dashboard (the end of the body pillar trim panel 10 near the front of the vehicle). Thus, by mounting the audio module 2b between the body pillar trim panel 10 and the body pillar 1, not only can the driver's stress be relieved while driving, but also, since the audio module 2b is adjacent to the driver's area, it helps to reduce interference from reflected sound, improve the clarity of sound quality, and reduce driver distraction.

[0032] Furthermore, to enable the fatigue driving detection device 2a and the audio module 2b to connect to the vehicle pillar interior panel 10 respectively, the vehicle pillar interior panel 10 also includes a fatigue detection device connection portion 16 and an audio module connection portion 17. Specifically, the fatigue detection device connection portion 16 is formed at the monitoring port 14 on the panel body 11, protruding from the inner surface of the panel body 11 and located in the receiving cavity 13, and is used to cooperate with fasteners (such as fastening screws) to install the fatigue driving detection device 2a on the vehicle pillar interior panel 10; the audio module connection portion 17 is formed at the mounting port 15 on the panel body 11, also protruding from the inner surface of the panel body 11 and located in the receiving cavity 13, and is used to cooperate with fasteners (such as fastening screws) to install the audio module 2b on the vehicle pillar interior panel 10.

[0033] It should be noted that, in order to ensure the connection stability of the fatigue driving detection device 2a and the audio module 2b to the interior trim panel 10 of the vehicle body pillar, in some embodiments, the number of fatigue detection device connecting parts 16 and audio module connecting parts 17 is multiple, such as two, three, and four. In this first embodiment, there are three fatigue detection device connecting parts 16, which are arranged in a triangular pattern on the trim panel body 11. The arrangement of these three connecting points ensures that the fatigue driving detection device 2a is stably installed on the interior trim panel 10 of the vehicle body pillar. There are four audio module connecting parts 17, which are arranged in a quadrilateral pattern on the trim panel body 11. The arrangement of these four connecting points ensures that the audio module connecting parts 17 are stably installed on the interior trim panel 10 of the vehicle body pillar.

[0034] Furthermore, to improve the structural strength of the body pillar interior panel 10, the body pillar interior panel 10 also includes a reinforcing portion 18. Specifically, the reinforcing portion 18 is formed on the inner surface of the panel body 11 and located in the receiving cavity 13. Exemplarily, the reinforcing portion 18 is in the form of a raised rib, and its extending direction includes, but is not limited to, the length direction and width direction of the body pillar interior panel 10. Preferably, the reinforcing portion 18 is formed on the same side wall of the panel body 11 (inner surface of the panel body 11) as the pillar connection portion 12, the fatigue detection device connection portion 16, and the audio module connection portion 17, which helps to ensure the visual effect and sense of luxury of the interior of the vehicle body.

[0035] Furthermore, the body pillar interior panel 10 also includes a positioning groove 19. Specifically, the positioning groove 19 is formed on the inner surface of the panel body 11 and communicates with the receiving cavity 13. The opening of the positioning groove 19 faces the body pillar 1, and it is used to position the buffer strip 20 on the body pillar interior panel 10. This helps to ensure the assembly accuracy of the buffer strip 20 on the body pillar interior panel 10.

[0036] In summary, compared with the prior art, on the one hand, the interior panel 10 of this vehicle body pillar is beneficial for the installation of the fatigue driving detection device 2a on the vehicle body; on the other hand, by being compatible with the setting of the fatigue driving detection device 2a, the interior panel 10 of this vehicle body pillar is convenient for accurately identifying fatigue characteristics such as closing eyes and looking down in the driver's area, thus ensuring safe driving of the vehicle.

[0037] Example 2 For example, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, an embodiment of the second aspect of the present invention provides a vehicle body pillar interior panel assembly, which includes the vehicle body pillar interior panel as described in Embodiment 1.

[0038] Furthermore, the body pillar interior panel assembly also includes a buffer strip 20. The buffer strip 20 is used to absorb and disperse the load generated by the collision when the body pillar 1 is involved in a collision. Specifically, the buffer strip 20 is installed between the body pillar interior panel 10 and the body pillar 1, located at the other end of the receiving cavity 13, that is, the buffer strip 20 and the fatigue detection device 2a are arranged opposite each other in the receiving cavity 13 of the body pillar interior panel 10. Preferably, the buffer strip 20 is made of a soft material that is readily available and can provide cushioning, such as sound-absorbing cotton and other cushioning materials with similar functions, and the buffer strip 20 is arranged opposite to the side curtain airbags on the body pillar 1. This helps to prevent the impact force generated by the side curtain airbags when they deploy during a collision from knocking the body pillar interior panel 10 off, thereby causing injury to the occupants of the vehicle.

[0039] It is worth mentioning that, in order to avoid the setting of the buffer strip 20 causing positional interference to the setting of the fatigue detection device 2a, and to ensure its buffering effect, the length of the buffer strip 20 is less than the length of the body pillar interior panel 10, the width of the buffer strip 20 is less than the width of the body pillar interior panel 10, and the thickness of the buffer strip 20 is within a preset thickness range, such as 10mm or 12mm.

[0040] Furthermore, the body pillar interior panel assembly also includes a sealing strip 30. Specifically, the sealing strip 30 is installed on the edge of the body pillar interior panel 10 where it overlaps with the body pillar 1, such as by attaching it to the long edge of the body pillar interior panel 10. This helps prevent liquids from entering the vehicle interior, such as preventing liquids (e.g., rainwater) entering from the top of the vehicle from entering the vehicle interior through the body pillar interior panel 10. Preferably, the sealing strip 30 is a rubber or plastic product made of a weather-resistant material such as EPDM rubber. This helps improve the waterproof performance of the body pillar interior panel assembly.

[0041] Example 3 A third aspect of this utility model provides a vehicle that includes a body pillar interior panel assembly as described in Embodiment 2.

[0042] Furthermore, the vehicle also includes a body pillar 1, an on-board device 2, and a connector 3. The on-board device 2 is installed between the body pillar interior panel 10 and the body pillar 1. One end of the connector 3 is connected to the pillar connecting portion 12 of the body pillar interior panel 10, and the other end of the connector 3 is connected to the body pillar 1. Specifically, the on-board device 2 includes, but is not limited to, a fatigue driving detection device 2a and an audio module 2b for improving vehicle safety. The connector 3 includes, but is not limited to, waterproof clips. It should be noted that the body pillar 1 referred to here is the connecting pillar in the front area that connects the roof and the front compartment (such as the front fender), such as the A-pillar. It includes, but is not limited to, sheet metal structures made of metal and air curtain structures (such as side air curtains) installed on the sheet metal structure. This contributes to improving the safety and comfort of the vehicle.

[0043] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A vehicle body pillar interior panel, characterized in that, The vehicle pillar interior panel (10) is used to mount the vehicle-mounted device (2) between the vehicle pillar interior panel (10) and the vehicle pillar (1). The vehicle-mounted device (2) includes a fatigue driving detection device (2a). The vehicle pillar interior panel (10) includes a panel body (11) and a pillar connecting part (12). The panel body (11) has a receiving cavity (13) and a monitoring port (14). The receiving cavity (13) extends along the length direction of the vehicle pillar interior panel (10) and faces the vehicle pillar (1). One end of the cavity (13) is used to accommodate the fatigue driving detection device (2a). The monitoring port (14) is connected to the cavity (13) and faces the driver's area. The monitoring port (14) is used by the fatigue driving detection device (2a) to collect images of the driver's area. The pillar connection part (12) is provided on the inner surface of the trim panel body (11) and located in the cavity (13). The pillar connection part (12) is used to cooperate with the connector (3) to realize the connection between the body pillar interior panel (10) and the body pillar (1).

2. The interior trim panel for the vehicle body pillars as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle-mounted device (2) also includes an audio module (2b), and the trim panel body (11) also has a mounting port (15) for mounting the audio module (2b), which is connected to the accommodating cavity (13).

3. The interior trim panel for the vehicle body pillars as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The mounting port (15) and the monitoring port (14) are located at the same end of the interior panel (10) of the vehicle body pillar.

4. The interior trim panel for the vehicle body pillars as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The interior panel of the vehicle body pillar (10) also includes a fatigue detection device connection part (16). The fatigue detection device connection part (16) is provided on the inner surface of the panel body (11) and located in the accommodating cavity (13). The fatigue detection device connection part (16) is used to cooperate with fasteners to realize the installation of the fatigue driving detection device (2a) on the interior panel of the vehicle body pillar (10).

5. The interior trim panel for the vehicle body pillars as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The interior trim panel (10) of the vehicle body pillar also includes a reinforcing part (18) disposed on the inner surface of the trim panel body (11) and located in the accommodating cavity (13).

6. The interior trim panel for the vehicle body pillars as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The body pillar interior panel (10) also includes a positioning groove (19), which is used to position the buffer strip (20) on the body pillar interior panel (10).

7. A vehicle body pillar interior panel assembly, characterized in that, Includes the interior trim panel for the body pillars as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

8. The body pillar interior panel assembly as described in claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a buffer strip (20), which is located between the interior panel (10) of the body pillar and the body pillar (1) and at the other end of the accommodating cavity (13). The buffer strip (20) is used to absorb and disperse the load generated by the collision when the body pillar (1) is involved in a collision.

9. The vehicle body pillar interior panel assembly as described in claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a sealing strip (30), which is provided on the interior panel (10) of the body pillar for overlapping with the body pillar (1) to prevent liquid from entering the interior of the body.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the body pillar interior panel assembly as described in claim 7.

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