A roof rack and vehicle

Abstract

The embodiment of the present application provides a roof rack and a vehicle, and relates to the technical field of vehicles. The roof rack comprises a rack assembly and a light system. At least part of the interior of the rack assembly is hollow and is provided with a mounting cavity. The light system is adapted to be mounted in the mounting cavity. The light system comprises a light emitting part. The light of the light emitting part can be transmitted out of the rack assembly. The embodiment of the present application can simplify the mounting process, reduce the space occupied by the roof rack and the light system, and prevent the light system from being damaged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more particularly to a roof rack and vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Roof racks are typically used to secure heavy or bulky items, and traditional roof racks usually only have a carrying function. With increasing market demand for vehicle personalization and functionality, some roof racks are now equipped with lighting systems, which enhance the vehicle's nighttime visibility and aesthetics.

[0003] In related technologies, the lighting system and roof rack are separate structures. The lighting system is usually connected to the roof rack in an exposed design, which is complicated to install. The lighting system and roof rack occupy a lot of space, and because the lighting system is exposed, it is easily damaged. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a roof rack and vehicle that simplifies the installation process, reduces the space occupied by the roof rack and lighting system, and prevents damage to the lighting system.

[0005] The first aspect of this application provides a roof rack, comprising:

[0006] The luggage rack assembly, at least a portion of which is hollow and has a mounting cavity;

[0007] And a lighting system adapted to be installed in the mounting cavity, the lighting system including a light-emitting part, the light of the light-emitting part being able to pass through the luggage rack assembly.

[0008] According to the roof rack described in the first aspect of this application, the roof rack includes a roof rack assembly and a lighting system. The lighting system can be installed in the mounting cavity of the roof rack assembly, and the light-emitting part of the lighting system can emit light and pass through the roof rack assembly, thereby realizing the carrying function and lighting function of the roof rack. The roof rack in this embodiment is an integrated design of the roof rack assembly and the lighting system. The lighting system does not need to be connected to the roof rack assembly through subsequent processes. Because the lighting system is set in the mounting cavity, on the one hand, the roof rack assembly can play a good protective role for the lighting system; on the other hand, the lighting system can utilize the internal space of the roof rack assembly, thereby simplifying the installation process of the lighting system, reducing the space occupied by the roof rack, and preventing damage to the lighting system.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the light-emitting part protrudes from the luggage rack assembly, and the edge of the light-emitting part is provided with a sealing structure for forming a seal between the light-emitting part and the luggage rack assembly.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the sealing structure includes at least one of a sealing ring, a sealing strip, or waterproof foam.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the luggage rack assembly includes a light-transmitting portion corresponding to the light-emitting portion for transmitting light from the light-emitting portion.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the luggage rack assembly includes a support bracket, with at least a portion of the interior of the support bracket forming the mounting cavity.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the support bracket includes a first side beam, a second side beam, and a reinforcing beam connecting the first side beam and the second side beam, wherein one of the first side beam, the second side beam, and the reinforcing beam forms the mounting cavity.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the first side beam includes a first connecting portion, a second connecting portion, and a first main body portion connected between the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion. The first connecting portion includes a first inner cavity, and the second connecting portion includes a second inner cavity. The first main body portion is provided with a first channel extending through the first main body portion along its length. The first inner cavity, the first channel, and the second inner cavity communicate to form the mounting cavity. The second side beam includes a third connecting portion, a fourth connecting portion, and a second main body portion connected between the third connecting portion and the fourth connecting portion. The third connecting portion includes a third inner cavity, and the fourth connecting portion includes a fourth inner cavity. The second main body portion is provided with a second channel extending through the second main body portion along its length. The third inner cavity, the second channel, and the fourth inner cavity communicate to form the mounting cavity.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the first inner cavity has a first opening, the second inner cavity has a second opening, the third inner cavity has a third opening, the fourth inner cavity has a fourth opening, and the luggage rack assembly further includes a cover assembly comprising a first cover for sealing the first opening, a second cover for sealing the second opening, a third cover for sealing the third opening, and a fourth cover for sealing the fourth opening.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the first side beam, the second side beam, and the reinforcing beam are an integrated structure made of metal, and the first cover plate, the second cover plate, the third cover plate, and the fourth cover plate are injection molded parts.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the lighting system further includes a wire connected to the light-emitting part, the light-emitting part being housed in the first inner cavity, and the wire passing through the first channel;

[0018] The outer periphery of the conductor is covered with a protective sleeve.

[0019] A second aspect of this application provides a vehicle including a roof rack. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0021] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a roof rack according to an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0022] Figure 2 A partial structural schematic diagram of a luggage rack assembly provided according to an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0023] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a lighting system provided according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0024] In the diagram: 100 - Luggage rack assembly; 101 - Mounting cavity; 110 - Support bracket; 120 - Cover plate assembly; 111 - First side beam; 112 - Second side beam; 113 - Reinforcing beam; 121 - First cover plate; 122 - Second cover plate; 123 - Third cover plate; 124 - Fourth cover plate; 1111 - First connecting part; 1112 - Second connecting part; 1113 - First main body part; 1121 - Third connecting part; 1122 - Fourth connecting part; 1123 - Second main body part; 1111a - First inner cavity; 1111b - First opening; 1112a - Second inner cavity; 1112b - Second opening; 1113a - First channel; 200 - Lighting system; 210 - Light-emitting part; 220 - Wire; 230 - Protective sleeve.

[0025] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0027] For some types of vehicles (such as off-road vehicles and SUVs), roof racks are usually required. These roof racks can secure heavy or bulky items, thereby increasing the overall cargo capacity of the vehicle, saving passenger space, and improving passenger comfort.

[0028] Carrying capacity is the basic function of roof racks. Based on this, the design of roof racks generally focuses on structural strength, meaning that the design of roof racks needs to meet the requirements of structural strength so that they can support heavy or bulky items.

[0029] As the market demands increasing personalization, intelligence, and functionality in vehicles, some roof racks not only serve to carry cargo but also enhance the vehicle's appearance, nighttime visibility, and aesthetics. For example, some roof racks are equipped with lighting systems, which improve the vehicle's nighttime visibility and overall appearance.

[0030] To avoid affecting the inherent structural composition of the roof rack, the lighting system in related technologies is usually a separate structure from the roof rack. That is, the lighting system and the roof rack are manufactured or formed independently, and the lighting system is then connected to the roof rack during assembly. For example, the lighting system can be connected to the roof rack by adhesive or clips.

[0031] Understandably, based on the above design, the lighting system is usually exposed outside the roof rack. The installation process is complicated, the lighting system and the roof rack occupy a lot of space, and because the lighting system is exposed, it is often affected by external environmental factors such as rain, making the lighting system prone to damage.

[0032] Based on the above-mentioned situation and problems, this application provides a roof rack that integrates a lighting system, which is embedded inside the roof rack. This simplifies the installation process, reduces the space occupied by the roof rack and the lighting system, and prevents damage to the lighting system.

[0033] To achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of this application first require a redesign of the structure of the roof rack. The core design element is to make the roof rack have a hollow mounting cavity inside to accommodate the installation of the lighting system. Secondly, the embodiments of this application also require a design of the lighting system so that the lighting system can be embedded in the roof rack.

[0034] To form the aforementioned mounting cavity, the roof rack in this embodiment of the application can be configured with a roof rack assembly, which includes the aforementioned mounting cavity, and the lighting system can be installed in the mounting cavity.

[0035] Based on the aforementioned roof rack, this application also provides a vehicle that includes the aforementioned roof rack.

[0036] This vehicle incorporates all the advantages of a roof rack, and further, its design allows for better interaction between the roof rack and the vehicle. For example, the lighting system within the roof rack can be linked to changes in vehicle status, such as starting, accelerating, and decelerating, which would trigger corresponding changes in the lighting system. Specifically, the lighting system within the roof rack assembly can have exposed connection points, which can be connected to the vehicle's control circuitry.

[0037] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a roof rack according to an embodiment of this application is shown; Figure 2 This diagram shows a partial structural schematic of a luggage rack assembly 100 provided according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a lighting system 200 provided according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0038] In the embodiments of this application, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The roof rack includes a roof rack assembly 100 and a lighting system 200.

[0039] The roof rack assembly 100 is the load-bearing structure of the roof rack and can be made of high-strength materials such as metal. The roof rack assembly 100 can be installed on the roof of the vehicle through mechanical connection, welding, or other methods.

[0040] This application embodiment does not limit the specific structure of the luggage rack assembly 100; the luggage rack assembly 100 can maintain a gantry structure or other structures. Figure 1 In the example shown, the luggage rack assembly 100 is a gantry structure.

[0041] In this embodiment, part of the luggage rack assembly 100 is hollow and has a mounting cavity 101. The main function of the mounting cavity 101 is to install the lighting system 200.

[0042] It should be noted that the embodiments of this application do not limit the specific location and number of mounting cavities 101. For example, in some embodiments, to ensure the symmetry of the lighting system 200, a mounting cavity 101 can be provided on both sides of the luggage rack assembly 100, and then the two sets of lighting systems 200 can be installed into the mounting cavities 101 respectively. Furthermore, in other embodiments, to improve the illumination performance of the lighting system 200, multiple lighting systems 200 can be provided in the same mounting cavity 101.

[0043] The lighting system 200 is suitable for installation in the mounting cavity 101. The lighting system 200 includes a light-emitting part 210, and the light from the light-emitting part 210 can pass through the luggage rack assembly 100.

[0044] The main purpose of the lighting system 200 is to emit light, and the light-emitting part 210 in the lighting system 200 is precisely to emit light.

[0045] In conjunction with the following embodiments, it can be understood that the lighting system 200 can be installed entirely in the mounting cavity 101 and the lighting system 200 is hidden by the luggage rack assembly 100. In this case, it is necessary to consider that the light emitted by the light-emitting part 210 needs to be able to pass through the corresponding part of the luggage rack assembly 100. The lighting system 200 can also have a partial structure protruding from the luggage rack assembly 100. For example, the light-emitting part 210 can be exposed from the luggage rack assembly 100. In this case, the light emitted by the light-emitting part 210 will not be blocked by the luggage rack assembly 100.

[0046] In this embodiment, the roof rack includes a roof rack assembly 100 and a lighting system 200. The lighting system 200 can be installed in the mounting cavity 101 of the roof rack assembly 100, and the light-emitting part 210 of the lighting system 200 can emit light and pass through the roof rack assembly 100, thereby realizing the carrying function and lighting function of the roof rack. The roof rack in this embodiment is an integrated design of the roof rack assembly 100 and the lighting system 200. The lighting system 200 does not need to be connected to the roof rack assembly 100 through subsequent processes. Since the lighting system 200 is set in the mounting cavity 101, on the one hand, the roof rack assembly 100 can play a good protective role for the lighting system 200. On the other hand, the lighting system 200 can utilize the internal space of the roof rack assembly 100, thereby simplifying the installation process of the lighting system 200, reducing the space occupied by the roof rack, and preventing damage to the lighting system 200.

[0047] In some embodiments, the light-emitting part 210 protrudes from the roof rack assembly 100, and the light emitted by the light-emitting part 210 can be directly directed to the external environment where the vehicle is located, thereby increasing the light intensity.

[0048] It should be understood that, since the light-emitting part 210 is exposed from the luggage rack assembly 100, in order to prevent rainwater and other substances from entering the luggage rack assembly 100, a sealing structure needs to be provided at the edge of the light-emitting part 210. This sealing structure is used to seal the seam between the light-emitting part 210 and the luggage rack assembly 100.

[0049] The specific type of sealing structure is not limited. For example, the sealing structure can be at least one of a sealing ring, a sealing strip, or waterproof foam. Taking a sealing ring as an example, a flange can be provided around the outer periphery of the light-emitting part 210, and a groove can be provided on the inner surface of the sealing ring. During assembly, the sealing ring can be connected to the outer periphery of the light-emitting part 210 through the engagement relationship between the groove and the flange. The sealing ring can be set between the luggage rack assembly 100 and the light-emitting part 210 in a tight fit manner, so that after the sealing ring deforms, it can abut against the luggage rack assembly 100 and the light-emitting part 210, thereby enabling the sealing ring to perform its sealing function. Furthermore, in some embodiments, there can be multiple flanges and multiple grooves, thereby forming multiple sealing effects between the luggage rack assembly 100 and the light-emitting part 210, which can improve the sealing performance.

[0050] Of course, in other embodiments, after the light-emitting part 210 is installed into the luggage rack assembly 100, a sealant can be injected into the gap between the two to achieve a seal.

[0051] In other embodiments, the luggage rack assembly 100 includes a light-transmitting portion corresponding to the light-emitting portion 210 for transmitting light from the light-emitting portion 210.

[0052] In some other embodiments, the light-emitting part 210 can be hidden within the luggage rack assembly 100, which can fully enclose the light-emitting part 210, providing better protection. It should be understood that, to facilitate light transmission, a light-transmitting part is provided on the luggage rack assembly 100 corresponding to the light-emitting part 210. This light-transmitting part can be made of a light-transmitting material, such as acrylic or PC.

[0053] The light-emitting part 210 in the above embodiments can be structurally designed according to actual needs. For example, in order to improve the light intensity and visibility of the lighting system 200, the light-emitting part 210 may include a light-emitting substrate (e.g., an aluminum substrate), LED beads disposed on the light-emitting substrate, and a lamp cover covering the light-emitting substrate. After the current passes through the light-emitting substrate, it can power the LED beads, thereby causing the LED beads to emit light.

[0054] The specific number and type of LED beads can be selected according to different light intensities. In addition, the arrangement of the LED beads can also be set as needed. For example, in some embodiments, the LED beads can be arranged in two rows, with each row including 6 LED beads, etc.

[0055] On the other hand, when there are a large number of LEDs, in order to improve the lifespan of the light-emitting part 210, multiple heat sinks can be provided on the side of the light-emitting substrate away from the LEDs. The heat sinks can dissipate the heat from the light-emitting part 210. Correspondingly, in order to prevent heat from being transferred to other parts of the luggage rack assembly 100, some heat-absorbing materials can be filled into the luggage rack assembly 100.

[0056] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The light-emitting part 210 can be designed as a cuboid structure. The light-emitting part 210 can correspond to the cross section of the luggage rack assembly 100. The light-emitting part 210 can be exposed from one end of the luggage rack assembly 100. The light-emitting part 210 can make full use of the cross-sectional area of ​​the luggage rack assembly 100, thereby maximizing the illumination area and making the light emitted by the lighting system 200 easier to obtain, thereby improving the visibility of the lighting system 200.

[0057] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The luggage rack assembly 100 includes a support bracket 110, and at least a portion of the support bracket 110 has an internal mounting cavity 101.

[0058] The support bracket 110 can be made of high-strength materials such as metal, and the support bracket 110 can be connected to the roof of the vehicle.

[0059] As described above, the support bracket 110 is a major component of the luggage rack assembly 100, and the aforementioned mounting cavity 101 can be formed inside the support bracket 110.

[0060] As can be understood from the following embodiments, in order to facilitate the assembly of the lighting system 200, a cover plate assembly 120 can also be provided on the support bracket 110. Opening the cover plate assembly 120 can expose the mounting cavity 101, thereby realizing the installation of the lighting system 200. After the lighting system 200 is installed, the cover plate assembly 120 can be closed, thereby sealing the mounting cavity 101.

[0061] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2The support bracket 110 includes a first side beam 111, a second side beam 112, and a reinforcing beam 113 connecting the first side beam 111 and the second side beam 112. One of the first side beam 111, the second side beam 112, and the reinforcing beam 113 forms an installation cavity 101.

[0062] Specifically, the first side beam 111 and the second side beam 112 can be arranged in parallel, and the reinforcing beam 113 can be vertically connected between the first side beam 111 and the second side beam 112. The reinforcing beam 113 is located at the same end of the first side beam 111 and the second side beam.

[0063] The first side beam 111 and the second side beam 112 both extend along the length of the vehicle. The first side beam 111 and the second side beam 112 are spaced apart on both sides of the width of the vehicle. The arrangement of the first side beam 111, the second side beam 112 and the reinforcing beam 113 can not only increase the support area of ​​the support bracket 110, but also improve the structural strength of the support bracket 110.

[0064] The first side beam 111, the second side beam 112, and the reinforcing beam 113 form the gantry structure described above. In other embodiments, the number of side beams, the number of reinforcing beams 113, and the connection relationship between the side beams and the reinforcing beams 113 can be varied to form other structural forms of support brackets 110.

[0065] In the embodiments of this application, it should be understood that at least one of the first side beam 111, the second side beam 112 and the reinforcing beam 113 may be provided with a mounting cavity 101, that is, the number of mounting cavities 101 is at least one. Based on this, a lighting system 200 may be provided in the mounting cavity 101, or multiple lighting systems 200 may be provided.

[0066] To enhance the recognizability of the lighting system 200, the following embodiments of this application are described using the example of a mounting cavity 101 being provided on a first side beam 111 and a mounting cavity 101 being provided on a second side beam 112.

[0067] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The first side beam 111 includes a first connecting portion 1111, a second connecting portion 1112, and a first main body portion 1113 connected between the first connecting portion 1111 and the second connecting portion 1112. The first connecting portion 1111 includes a first inner cavity 1111a, the second connecting portion 1112 includes a second inner cavity 1112a, and the first main body portion 1113 is provided with a first channel 1113a that extends through the first main body portion 1113 along the length direction. The first inner cavity 1111a, the first channel 1113a, and the second inner cavity 1112a are connected to form an installation cavity 101.

[0068] Please refer to the reference. Figure 3 The lighting system 200 may also include a wire 220 connected to the light-emitting part 210, wherein the light-emitting part 210 may be housed in the first inner cavity 1111a, and the wire 220 may pass through the first channel 1113a and extend into the second inner cavity 1112a. Thus, when installing the lighting system 200, the light-emitting part 210 can be first confined in the first inner cavity 1111a, and then the wire 220 can be passed through the first channel 1113a to achieve the installation of the lighting system 200. The installation process is simple and easy to operate.

[0069] In some embodiments, the second side beam 112 includes a third connecting portion 1121, a fourth connecting portion 1122, and a second main body portion 1123 connected between the third connecting portion 1121 and the fourth connecting portion 1122. The third connecting portion 1121 includes a third inner cavity, the fourth connecting portion 1122 includes a fourth inner cavity, and the second main body portion 1123 is provided with a second channel extending through the second main body portion 1123 along the length direction. The third inner cavity, the second channel, and the fourth inner cavity communicate to form a mounting cavity 101.

[0070] The second side beam 112 has the same structure as the first side beam 111. The third connecting part 1121 can refer to the aforementioned first connecting part 1111, the fourth connecting part 1122 can refer to the aforementioned second connecting part 1112, and the second main body part 1123 can refer to the aforementioned first main body part 1113. The installation of the lighting system 200 on the second side beam 112 can refer to the aforementioned first side beam 111, and will not be described again.

[0071] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The first inner cavity 1111a has a first opening 1111b, and the second inner cavity 1112a has a second opening 1112b. The luggage rack assembly 100 also includes a cover assembly 120, which includes a first cover 121 for sealing the first opening 1111b and a second cover 122 for sealing the second opening 1112b.

[0072] The first opening 1111b and the second opening 1112b are designed to expose the first inner cavity 1111a and the second inner cavity 1112a, which is beneficial for the installation of the lighting system 200.

[0073] In some embodiments, the third inner cavity has a third opening, the fourth inner cavity has a fourth opening, and the cover assembly 120 further includes a third cover 123 for sealing the third opening and a fourth cover 124 for sealing the fourth opening.

[0074] The placement of the third and fourth openings facilitates the exposure of the third and fourth inner cavities, which is beneficial for the installation of the lighting system 200.

[0075] In some embodiments, the first side beam 111, the second side beam 112, and the reinforcing beam 113 are an integrated structure made of metal, and the first cover plate 121, the second cover plate 122, the third cover plate 123, and the fourth cover plate 124 are injection molded parts.

[0076] As described above, the support bracket 110 is the main part of the luggage rack assembly 100. To ensure its load-bearing capacity and structural strength, the first side beam 111, the second side beam 112, and the reinforcing beam 113 can be integrally formed from high-strength aluminum alloy through a bending process. This improves the structural consistency of the support bracket 110, thereby enhancing its structural strength. As for the cover plate assembly 120, its main function is to seal the mounting cavity 101. Therefore, the first cover plate 121, the second cover plate 122, the third cover plate 123, and the fourth cover plate 124 can be injection molded to form injection molded parts, reducing the material cost of the luggage rack assembly 100. The injection molding material can be polycarbonate, an ABS terpolymer of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene, or other polymer materials or mixtures.

[0077] To better understand the structural composition of the roof rack in the embodiments of this application, a further description will be made below in conjunction with a part of the above embodiments. The assembly process of the roof rack will also be described in the following description.

[0078] In some embodiments, the roof rack includes a roof rack assembly 100 and a lighting system 200. The roof rack assembly 100 includes a support bracket 110 and a cover assembly 120. The support bracket 110 includes a first side beam 111, a second side beam 112, and a reinforcing beam 113. The first side beam 111 has a first inner cavity 1111a and a second inner cavity 1112a, and the second side beam 112 has a third inner cavity and a fourth inner cavity. The first inner cavity 1111a has a first opening 1111b, the second inner cavity 1112a has a second opening 1112b, the third inner cavity has a third opening, and the fourth inner cavity has a fourth opening. The cover assembly 120 includes a first cover 121, a second cover 122, a third cover 123, and a fourth cover 124. The lighting system 200 includes a light-emitting part 210 and a wire 220 that can be connected to the light-emitting part 210.

[0079] The assembly process of a roof rack may include the following steps:

[0080] Installation of the lighting system 200: The light-emitting part 210 in the lighting system 200 is placed in the first inner cavity 1111a or the third inner cavity, and then the wire 220 is passed through the first channel 1113a or the second channel, so that the wire 220 extends to the second inner cavity 1112a or the fourth inner cavity.

[0081] Fixing the light-emitting part 210: The light-emitting part 210 can be fixed in the first inner cavity 1111a or the second inner cavity 1112a by screws or the like;

[0082] Passing through the wire 220: Passing the end of the wire 220 through the second inner cavity 1112a or the fourth inner cavity so that the wire 220 can be connected to the control circuit in the vehicle.

[0083] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 To prevent the wire 220 from shaking and generating noise in the mounting cavity 101, a protective sleeve 230 can be fitted around the wire 220. The protective sleeve 230 can be made of shock-resistant material or sound-absorbing material.

[0084] It is understandable that the length of the protective sleeve 230 can be set according to the length of the first channel 1113a or the second channel, and the cross-sectional shape of the protective sleeve 230 can be the same as the cross-sectional shape of the first channel 1113a or the second channel.

[0085] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0086] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "comprising" and "having" and any variations thereof used in the embodiments of this application are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or device that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or device.

[0087] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the connection within two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated.

[0088] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A roof rack for vehicles, characterized in that, include: The luggage rack assembly (100) is at least partially hollow inside and has a mounting cavity (101); And a lighting system (200) adapted to be installed in the mounting cavity (101), the lighting system (200) including a light-emitting part (210) whose light can pass through the luggage rack assembly (100); The light-emitting part (210) protrudes from the luggage rack assembly (100), and the edge of the light-emitting part (210) is provided with a sealing structure for forming a seal between the light-emitting part (210) and the luggage rack assembly (100).

2. The roof rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sealing structure includes at least one of a sealing ring, a sealing strip, or waterproof foam.

3. The roof rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The luggage rack assembly (100) includes a light-transmitting portion corresponding to the light-emitting portion (210) for transmitting light from the light-emitting portion (210).

4. The roof rack according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The luggage rack assembly (100) includes a support bracket (110), at least a portion of which forms the mounting cavity (101) inside.

5. The roof rack according to claim 4, characterized in that, The support bracket (110) includes a first side beam (111), a second side beam (112), and a reinforcing beam (113) connecting the first side beam (111) and the second side beam (112), at least one of the first side beam (111), the second side beam (112), and the reinforcing beam (113) having the mounting cavity (101).

6. The roof rack according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first side beam (111) includes a first connecting part (1111), a second connecting part (1112), and a first main body part (1113) connected between the first connecting part (1111) and the second connecting part (1112). The first connecting part (1111) includes a first inner cavity (1111a), the second connecting part (1112) includes a second inner cavity (1112a), and the first main body part (1113) is provided with a first channel (1113a) that penetrates the first main body part (1113) along the length direction. The first inner cavity (1111a), the first channel (1113a), and the second inner cavity (1112a) are connected to form the mounting cavity (101). The second side beam (112) includes a third connecting portion (1121), a fourth connecting portion (1122), and a second main body portion (1123) connected between the third connecting portion (1121) and the fourth connecting portion (1122). The third connecting portion (1121) includes a third inner cavity, and the fourth connecting portion (1122) includes a fourth inner cavity. The second main body portion (1123) is provided with a second channel that penetrates the second main body portion (1123) along the length direction. The third inner cavity, the second channel, and the fourth inner cavity communicate to form the mounting cavity (101).

7. The roof rack according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first inner cavity (1111a) has a first opening (1111b), the second inner cavity (1112a) has a second opening (1112b), the third inner cavity has a third opening, and the fourth inner cavity has a fourth opening. The luggage rack assembly (100) also includes a cover plate assembly (120), which includes a first cover plate (121) for sealing the first opening (1111b), a second cover plate (122) for sealing the second opening (1112b), a third cover plate (123) for sealing the third opening, and a fourth cover plate (124) for sealing the fourth opening.

8. The roof rack according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first side beam (111), the second side beam (112), and the reinforcing beam (113) are an integrated structure made of metal material, and the first cover plate (121), the second cover plate (122), the third cover plate (123), and the fourth cover plate (124) are injection molded parts.

9. The roof rack according to claim 6, characterized in that, The lighting system (200) also includes a wire (220) connected to the light-emitting part (210), the light-emitting part (210) being housed in the first inner cavity (1111a), and the wire (220) passing through the first channel (1113a); The outer periphery of the conductor (220) is covered with a protective sleeve (230).

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the roof rack as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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