Vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket

Abstract

The utility model discloses a vehicle camera mounting support, include: by the bearing frame of metal material, including the base of the front surface is equipped with vehicle camera installation position, the back surface of the base is set out of a plurality of heat dissipation fin and the clamping post that forms respectively to the outside from the opposite two side surfaces of the base, the cover that is equipped with shooting hole is located on the car, and the inner side of cover is equipped with the first clamping seat and the second clamping seat that keep apart predetermined distance, and the elastic clamp of by metal material is made, and at least assembly is in the first clamping seat, wherein, the bearing frame assembly is to the inner side of cover and with the lens of the vehicle camera that assembly is on the base is in alignment shooting hole, and the clamping post of the base two sides respectively assembly is to the first clamping seat and the second clamping seat, and the elastic clamp is with the first clamping seat cooperation elastic clamping fixed corresponding clamping post. The utility model embodiment provides vehicle camera mounting support heat dissipation effect is good, can steady assembly vehicle camera, and the dismounting operation is all very convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of vehicle-mounted camera equipment, and in particular relates to a vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket. Background Technology

[0002] As various intelligent assistance functions in motor vehicles become increasingly sophisticated, the number of in-vehicle cameras is also growing. This necessitates a trend towards miniaturization in the design of in-vehicle cameras to accommodate a large number of cameras within limited space. Furthermore, to ensure compatibility of a single in-vehicle camera across different locations on the same vehicle or across different vehicle models, the structure of the in-vehicle camera must be miniaturized and standardized.

[0003] Existing automotive cameras primarily utilize traditional clip-on structures to mount themselves to the vehicle body. While simple in design, these structures lack stability and are prone to displacement due to vehicle vibrations, leading to camera misalignment and affecting image quality. Furthermore, with the upgrading and iteration of automotive cameras, image resolution is increasing, and functional requirements are becoming more intelligent, resulting in increased power consumption and heat generation. Raising the operating temperature of these products has become a significant design challenge. The miniaturization of automotive cameras has also reduced the heat dissipation surface area, making them susceptible to poor heat dissipation. Increased operating temperatures can cause thermal deformation of the housing mounting points, affecting the camera's fixation and positioning accuracy, leading to abnormal noises and impacting image capture, particularly affecting ADAS (Advanced Driving Assistance System) functions. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model embodiment is to provide a vehicle camera mounting bracket that can stably mount the vehicle camera to the vehicle body and has good heat dissipation performance.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention proposes the following technical solution: a vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket, comprising: The support frame made of metal includes a base with a vehicle camera mounting position on the front, several heat dissipation fins protruding from the back of the base, and snap-fit ​​posts protruding outward from opposite sides of the base. A cover mounted on the vehicle body and having a camera aperture is provided; the inner side of the cover has a first and a second latching seat spaced at a predetermined distance; and A flexible clip made of metal is assembled at least onto the first card holder; The support frame is assembled to the inside of the outer cover and the lens of the vehicle camera assembled on the base is aligned with the shooting hole. The snap-fit ​​posts on both sides of the base are respectively assembled to the first snap-fit ​​seat and the second snap-fit ​​seat. The elastic clip cooperates with the first snap-fit ​​seat to elastically clamp and fix the corresponding snap-fit ​​post.

[0006] Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​pin includes a first snap-fit ​​pin disposed on one side of the base and a second snap-fit ​​pin and a third snap-fit ​​pin disposed on the opposite side of the base. The second snap-fit ​​pin is provided with two snap holes, one end of which faces the first snap-fit ​​pin. The second snap-fit ​​pin and the third snap-fit ​​pin are respectively inserted into the corresponding snap holes through the openings. The first snap-fit ​​pin is elastically clamped and fixed by the elastic clip in cooperation with the first snap-fit ​​pin.

[0007] Furthermore, a support spring is provided on the inner side of the outer cover between the first snap-fit ​​seat and the second snap-fit ​​seat, and the bottom surface of the base abuts against the support spring.

[0008] Furthermore, the supporting spring is V-shaped, with its middle part integrated with the outer cover and its free ends on both sides bent toward the base to form a contact surface for abutting against the bottom surface of the base. The contact surface is an inclined surface adapted to the bottom surface of the base.

[0009] Furthermore, the outer cover is provided with a support block for assisting in supporting the base at a position adjacent to the support spring piece, and the top of the support block is formed with an inclined surface for abutting against the bottom surface of the base.

[0010] Furthermore, the elastic clip is formed by bending a metal sheet. The elastic clip includes a U-shaped fixing part, a necked-down latching part that is bent close to each other from the two free ends of the fixing part, and a guide part that is connected to the outside of the latching part and is in the shape of an outward V. The width of the internal channel of the latching part is smaller than the width of the latching post. The fixing part is used to fix it relative to the first latching seat.

[0011] Furthermore, two parallel fixing arms protrude from the middle side of the first locking seat, and a backstop protrusion is formed at the bottom of the free end of the fixing arms. The distance between the two fixing arms is greater than the width of the locking post. The fixing part is sleeved on the outside of the two fixing arms via the free ends of the two fixing arms and is stopped and limited by the backstop protrusion.

[0012] Furthermore, a slot with an opening is formed on the top surface of the first snap-fit ​​seat between the two fixed arms on the side of the first snap-fit ​​seat. The width of the slot decreases from the opening to the bottom of the slot. The cross-section of the snap-fit ​​post assembled on the first snap-fit ​​seat is an inverted trapezoid that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom. The end of the snap-fit ​​post is inserted into the slot through the opening and its opposite sides abut against and limit the corresponding side walls of the slot.

[0013] Furthermore, the end wall of the slot facing the snap-fit ​​post is provided with a rib. The height of the rib protruding relative to the end wall increases from the end closer to the opening to the end farther away from the opening. The rib abuts against the end face of the snap-fit ​​post.

[0014] Furthermore, the structure of the second snap-fit ​​seat is symmetrically arranged with that of the first snap-fit ​​seat. The second snap-fit ​​seat is also provided with the elastic clip. The snap-fit ​​post structures on both sides of the base are also symmetrically arranged. The snap-fit ​​post assembled on the second snap-fit ​​seat is elastically clamped and fixed by the second snap-fit ​​seat and the corresponding elastic clip.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: The present invention, by providing heat dissipation fins on the back of the base of the support frame, can increase the heat dissipation surface area and improve the heat dissipation effect, which helps to ensure that the temperature of the vehicle-mounted camera is maintained within the normal operating temperature range during operation. The support frame is assembled to the first and second locking seats on the outer cover via locking pins on opposite sides of the base, and at least the first locking seat is provided with an elastic clip. The elastic clip cooperates with the first locking seat to elastically clamp and fix the corresponding locking pin, which can stably assemble the vehicle-mounted camera, and the assembly and disassembly operations are very convenient. Moreover, the elastic clip is also made of a metal material with good thermal conductivity, and there will be no obvious thermal deformation problem, which can effectively avoid the problem of deformation of the locking position due to severe heat generation during the operation of the vehicle-mounted camera. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of an optional embodiment of the vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of part A in the middle.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the elastic clip of an optional embodiment of the vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4This is a cross-sectional view of an optional embodiment of the vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket of this utility model after the elastic clip is assembled onto the first clip seat.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the process of assembling the support frame onto the outer cover in an optional embodiment of the vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of part B in the middle.

[0022] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an optional embodiment of the vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket of this utility model after assembly.

[0023] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of an optional embodiment of the vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket of this utility model after assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the following illustrative embodiments and descriptions are only used to explain the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Moreover, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other unless otherwise specified.

[0025] Please see Figures 1 to 8 An optional embodiment of this utility model provides a vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket, comprising: The support frame 1, made of metal material, includes a base 10 with a vehicle camera mounting position on the front, a plurality of heat dissipation fins 12 protruding from the back of the base 10, and snap-fit ​​posts 14 protruding outward from opposite sides of the base 10. A cover 3, corresponding to the vehicle body and having a camera hole 30, has a first mounting bracket 32 ​​and a second mounting bracket 34 spaced at a predetermined distance on its inner side; and The elastic clip 5 is at least assembled onto the first card holder 32; The support frame 1 is assembled to the inside of the outer cover 3 and the lens 70 of the vehicle camera 7 assembled on the base 10 is aligned with the shooting hole 30. The locking pins 14 on both sides of the base 10 are respectively assembled to the first locking seat 32 and the second locking seat 34. The elastic clip 5 cooperates with the first locking seat 32 to elastically clamp and fix the corresponding locking pin 14.

[0026] This embodiment of the invention increases the heat dissipation surface area and improves the heat dissipation effect by setting heat dissipation fins 12 on the back of the base 10 of the support frame 1, which helps to ensure that the temperature of the vehicle camera 7 is maintained within the normal operating temperature range during operation. The support frame 1 is assembled to the first snap-fit ​​seat 32 and the second snap-fit ​​seat 34 on the outer cover 3 through the snap-fit ​​posts 14 on opposite sides of the base 10, and at least the first snap-fit ​​seat 32 is provided with an elastic clip 5. The elastic clip 5 cooperates with the first snap-fit ​​seat 32 to elastically clamp and fix the corresponding snap-fit ​​post 14, which can stably assemble the vehicle camera 7 and make disassembly and assembly operations very convenient. Moreover, the elastic clip 5 is also made of a metal material with good thermal conductivity, so there will be no obvious thermal deformation problem, which can effectively avoid the problem of deformation of the snap-fit ​​position due to severe heat generation during the operation of the vehicle camera 7. In specific implementation, the vehicle camera 7 can usually be assembled to the vehicle camera mounting position on the front of the base 10 by common methods such as screw fastening and snap-fit ​​connection.

[0027] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the locking post 14 includes a first locking post 140 disposed on one side of the base 10 and a second locking post 142 and a third locking post 144 disposed on the opposite side of the base 10. The second locking seat 34 is provided with two locking holes 340. The opening of one end of the locking hole 340 is opened towards the first locking seat 32. The second locking post 142 and the third locking post 144 are respectively inserted into the corresponding locking hole 340 through the opening. The first locking post 140 is elastically clamped and fixed by the elastic clip 5 in cooperation with the first locking seat 32.

[0028] In this embodiment, a first locking post 140 is provided on one side of the base, while a second locking post 142 and a third locking post 144 are provided on the other side, forming a three-point locking and fixing mechanism. This allows for a more secure assembly of the support frame 1 onto the outer cover 3. Furthermore, the second locking seat 34 has locking holes 340 for the second locking post 142 and the third locking post 144 to be inserted. During actual assembly, simply insert the second locking post 142 and the third locking post 144 of the base 10 obliquely into the locking holes 340, and then press down on the side of the base with the first locking post 140, so that the first locking post 140 is correspondingly locked into the first locking seat 32. The elastic clip 5 then cooperates with the first locking seat 32 to elastically lock and fix the assembly, thus completing the assembly. Both assembly and disassembly operations are very convenient.

[0029] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the inner side of the outer cover 3 is provided with a supporting spring piece 36 between the first snap-fit ​​seat 32 and the second snap-fit ​​seat 34, and the bottom surface of the base 10 abuts against the supporting spring piece 36. In this embodiment, by further providing the supporting spring piece 36 to elastically abut against and support the base 10, it will elastically push against the base 10, so that the second snap-fit ​​post 142 and the third snap-fit ​​post 144 are tightly abutted against the hole wall at the top of the snap hole 340, making the assembly connection more stable.

[0030] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, the supporting spring 36 is V-shaped. The middle part of the supporting spring 36 is integrated with the outer cover 3, while the free ends on both sides are bent towards the base 10 to form abutment surfaces 360 for abutting against the bottom surface of the base 10. The abutment surfaces 360 are inclined surfaces adapted to the bottom surface of the base 10. In this embodiment, by designing the supporting spring 36 as V-shaped, and bending the free ends on both sides to form abutment surfaces 360 abutting against the bottom surface of the base 10, it can well adapt to the state where the vehicle-mounted camera 7 is usually installed at an angle, making the bottom surface of the base 10 generally inclined as well, thereby better supporting the support frame 1.

[0031] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, the outer cover 3 is further provided with a support block 38 for auxiliary support of the base 10 at a position adjacent to the support spring 36. The top of the support block 38 is formed with an inclined surface 380 for abutting against the bottom surface of the base 10. In this embodiment, by further providing a support block 38 on the outer cover 3, and the top of the support block 38 is formed with an inclined surface 380 to abut against the bottom surface of the base 10, the support frame 1 can be better positioned and supported.

[0032] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the elastic clip 5 is formed by bending a metal sheet. The elastic clip 5 includes a U-shaped fixing part 50, a necked-down latching part 52 formed by bending the two free ends of the fixing part 50 together, and a guide part 54 connected to the outside of the latching part 52 and forming an outward V-shape. The width of the internal channel of the latching part 52 is smaller than the width of the latching post 14. The fixing part 50 is used to fix it relative to the first latching seat 32. In this embodiment, by defining the specific shape of the elastic clip 5, during assembly, the latching post 14 can be pushed open by the latching part 52 and enter the fixing part 50. Then, the elastically retracting latching part 52 is used to clamp and fix the latching post 14, making assembly quick. The external guide part 54 can effectively guide the latching post 14 to the latching part 52.

[0033] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, two parallel fixing arms 320 protrude from the middle side of the first latching seat 32. A backstop protrusion 322 is formed at the bottom of the free end of each fixing arm 320. The distance between the two fixing arms 320 is greater than the width of the latching post 14. The fixing part 50 is fitted onto the outside of the two fixing arms 320 via their free ends and is stopped and limited by the backstop protrusion 322. In this embodiment, the elastic clip 5 is assembled by providing fixing arms 320 on the first latching seat 32. The elastic clip 5 only needs to be fitted onto the free end of the fixing arm 320, and the backstop protrusion 322 is used to prevent the elastic clip 5 from reversing. The assembly operation is very simple.

[0034] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, a slot 324 with an opening on the top surface of the first latching seat 32 is formed on the side of the first latching seat 32 between the two fixing arms 320. The width of the slot 324 decreases from the opening to the bottom. The cross-section of the latching post 14 assembled on the first latching seat 32 is an inverted trapezoid with a wider top and a narrower bottom. The end of the latching post 14 is inserted into the slot 324 through the opening and its opposite sides abut against the corresponding sidewalls of the slot 324 for limitation. In this embodiment, by forming the slot 324 on the first latching seat 32, the width of the slot 324 decreases from the opening to the bottom, and the cross-sectional shape of the latching post 14 is adapted to it. Thus, after the latching post 14 is inserted into the slot 324, it is limited by its opposite sides abutting against the corresponding sidewalls of the slot 324. With the help of the elastic clip 5, the latching post 14 can be elastically clamped and fixed.

[0035] In one optional embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the end wall of the slot 324 facing the snap-fit ​​post 14 is further provided with a protruding rib 326. The height of the protruding rib 326 relative to the end wall of the slot increases from the end closer to the opening to the end farther away from the opening. The protruding rib 326 abuts against the end face 141 of the snap-fit ​​post 14. In this embodiment, by further providing the protruding rib 326 in the slot 324, during the snap-fit ​​post 14 snapping in, the protruding rib 326 pushes against the end face 141 of the snap-fit ​​post 14, thereby pushing the support frame 1 towards the second snap-fit ​​seat 34, making the snap-fit ​​post 14 on the other side of the base 10 and the second snap-fit ​​seat 34 more secure.

[0036] In an optional embodiment of this utility model, the structure of the second snap-fit ​​seat 34 is symmetrically arranged with the structure of the first snap-fit ​​seat 32. The second snap-fit ​​seat 34 is also provided with the elastic clip 5. The snap-fit ​​posts 14 on both sides of the base 10 are also symmetrically arranged. The snap-fit ​​posts 14 assembled onto the second snap-fit ​​seat 34 are elastically clamped and fixed by the second snap-fit ​​seat 34 and the corresponding elastic clip 5. In this embodiment, by setting the structure of the second snap-fit ​​seat 34 to be symmetrical with the first snap-fit ​​seat 32, the corresponding snap-fit ​​posts 14 on both sides of the support frame 1 are elastically clamped and fixed by the elastic clip 5 in cooperation with the first snap-fit ​​seat 32 or the second snap-fit ​​seat 34, making the assembly operation very convenient.

[0037] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can make many variations under the guidance of the present invention without departing from the inventive spirit and the scope of protection of the claims. These variations are all within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket, characterized in that, include: The support frame made of metal includes a base with a vehicle camera mounting position on the front, several heat dissipation fins protruding from the back of the base, and snap-fit ​​posts protruding outward from opposite sides of the base. A cover mounted on the vehicle body and having a camera aperture is provided; the inner side of the cover has a first and a second latching seat spaced at a predetermined distance; and A flexible clip made of metal is assembled at least onto the first card holder; The support frame is assembled to the inside of the outer cover and the lens of the vehicle camera assembled on the base is aligned with the shooting hole. The snap-fit ​​posts on both sides of the base are respectively assembled to the first snap-fit ​​seat and the second snap-fit ​​seat. The elastic clip cooperates with the first snap-fit ​​seat to elastically clamp and fix the corresponding snap-fit ​​post.

2. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The snap-fit ​​pin includes a first snap-fit ​​pin disposed on one side of the base and a second snap-fit ​​pin and a third snap-fit ​​pin disposed on the opposite side of the base. The second snap-fit ​​pin is provided with two snap holes, with the opening of one end of each snap hole facing the first snap-fit ​​pin. The second snap-fit ​​pin and the third snap-fit ​​pin are respectively inserted into the corresponding snap holes through the openings. The first snap-fit ​​pin is elastically clamped and fixed by the elastic clip in cooperation with the first snap-fit ​​pin.

3. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The inner side of the outer cover is provided with a support spring between the first snap-fit ​​seat and the second snap-fit ​​seat, and the bottom surface of the base presses against the support spring.

4. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The supporting spring is V-shaped. The middle part of the supporting spring is integrated with the outer cover, and the free ends on both sides are bent toward the base to form a contact surface for abutting against the bottom surface of the base. The contact surface is an inclined surface adapted to the bottom surface of the base.

5. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The outer cover is also provided with a support block for auxiliary support of the base at a position near the support spring piece, and the top of the support block is formed with an inclined surface for abutting against the bottom surface of the base.

6. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic clip is formed by bending a metal sheet. The elastic clip includes a U-shaped fixing part, a necked-out latching part that is bent close to each other from the two free ends of the fixing part, and a guide part that is connected to the outside of the latching part and is in the shape of an outward V. The width of the internal channel of the latching part is smaller than the width of the latching post. The fixing part is used to fix it relative to the first latching seat.

7. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 6, characterized in that, Two parallel fixing arms protrude from the middle side of the first locking seat. A backstop protrusion is formed at the bottom of the free end of the fixing arm. The distance between the two fixing arms is greater than the width of the locking post. The fixing part is sleeved on the outside of the two fixing arms via the free ends of the two fixing arms and is stopped and limited by the backstop protrusion.

8. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The side of the first snap-fit ​​seat also forms a snap-fit ​​groove with an opening on the top surface of the first snap-fit ​​seat between the two fixed arms. The width of the groove decreases from the opening to the bottom. The cross-section of the snap-fit ​​post assembled on the first snap-fit ​​seat is an inverted trapezoid that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom. The end of the snap-fit ​​post is inserted into the groove through the opening and its opposite sides abut against and limit the corresponding side walls of the groove.

9. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The end wall of the slot facing the snap-fit ​​post is also provided with a rib. The height of the rib protruding relative to the end wall increases from the end closer to the opening to the end farther away from the opening. The rib abuts against the end face of the snap-fit ​​post.

10. The vehicle-mounted camera mounting bracket as described in any one of claims 6-9, characterized in that, The structure of the second snap-fit ​​seat is symmetrically arranged with that of the first snap-fit ​​seat. The second snap-fit ​​seat is also provided with the elastic clip. The snap-fit ​​post structures on both sides of the base are also symmetrically arranged. The snap-fit ​​post assembled on the second snap-fit ​​seat is elastically clamped and fixed by the second snap-fit ​​seat and the corresponding elastic clip.

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