A taillight assembly cover for a truck

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tail lamp assembly protective cover for truck belongs to truck lamp protection technical field, including setting on the wheel guard the tail lamp assembly and being fixed to the protective cover of wheel guard, and the protective cover sets up at the light emitting surface outside of tail lamp assembly, and with the light emitting surface at least partial overlap in the vehicle longitudinal direction, including cover body and fixed part, cover body is cambered surface, and the convex direction of cambered surface is toward the lower part of tail lamp assembly light emitting side, cover body includes a plurality of metal bars, and the metal bar integrally formed or welded fixed connection constitutes closed triangle grid, and the minimum net distance S is equipped between cover body and tail lamp assembly outer surface, S 0, the protective cover is detachable connection through the two fixed parts of being arranged above and below tail lamp assembly and wheel guard, and the fixed part includes a plurality of detachable connecting pieces. The utility model has the advantages of reasonable structure, high impact resistance, convenient maintenance and strong adaptability, can effectively protect tail lamp from the damage of flying stone and silt under the complex road or working condition environment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of truck headlight protection technology, and in particular relates to a protective cover for the taillight assembly of a truck. Background Technology

[0002] When trucks and construction vehicles travel on gravel roads or construction sites, their wheels often run over loose stones, throwing them backward at high speed. These flying stones often travel in a downward direction towards the rear of the vehicle, easily hitting the light-emitting surface or the taillight housing.

[0003] Existing vehicles typically use plastic covers or wire mesh protective devices around the taillights to protect against flying stones. However, plastic covers have limited impact resistance and are easily broken or deformed; while ordinary flat wire mesh lacks an effective force-dispersing structure when under stress, concentrating the impact on a single wire, which can still damage the taillights. In addition, improperly designed covers can easily lead to mud and sand accumulation, obstruct taillight beams, or increase maintenance difficulties.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a truck taillight protective cover assembly with high structural strength, reasonable force transmission, and the ability to prevent mud and sand and be easy to maintain, in order to solve the problems of poor impact resistance and inconvenient maintenance of existing protective devices. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a protective cover for the taillight assembly of a truck, so as to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art, such as the taillight being easily broken by flying stones, the stress being concentrated on the cover, the accumulation of mud affecting the lighting and the inconvenience of maintenance, and to achieve efficient protection and easy maintenance of the taillight.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A taillight assembly protective cover for a truck includes a taillight assembly mounted on a wheel cover and a protective cover fixed to the wheel cover. The protective cover is located outside the light-emitting surface of the taillight assembly and at least partially overlaps the light-emitting surface in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The protective cover includes a cover body and a fixing part. The cover is an arc surface, with the arc surface protruding towards the lower part of the light-emitting side of the taillight assembly; the cover includes several metal ribs, which are integrally formed or welded together to form a closed triangular grid, and a minimum net distance S is provided between the cover and the outer surface of the taillight assembly, where S>0. The protective cover is detachably connected to the wheel cover via two fixing parts arranged above and below the taillight assembly; each fixing part includes several detachable connectors.

[0007] Preferably, the detachable connector is a bolt assembly, and the upper and lower fixed parts of the protective cover are respectively connected to the wheel cover through the bolt assembly.

[0008] Preferably, in the two fixing parts, the detachable connector of one fixing part is a hinge, and the detachable connector of the other fixing part is a bolt and / or a buckle.

[0009] Preferably, an elastic gasket is provided between at least one detachable connector and the connection surface of the wheel cover.

[0010] Preferably, in the fixing part below the taillight assembly, a gap is provided between at least one set of adjacent detachable connectors to prevent the accumulation of mud and sand.

[0011] Preferably, the minimum net distance S ranges from 10 to 30 mm.

[0012] Preferably, the cross-section of the metal rib is circular or nearly circular, with a diameter of 6 to 10 mm.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: The taillight protective cover assembly of this utility model has the advantages of reasonable structure, high impact resistance, convenient maintenance and strong adaptability. It can effectively protect the taillight from damage by flying stones and mud in complex road or working conditions, and significantly improve the safety and reliability of vehicle use.

[0014] First, the protective cover of this utility model adopts an outwardly convex arc surface structure, with the arc surface facing the main direction of the stone thrown by the wheel. When a high-speed flying stone hits the protective cover, the stone slides or deflects along the arc surface, thereby reducing the direct impact force; at the same time, the cover body is integrally formed or welded into a closed triangular grid by several metal ribs. The triangular unit structure can distribute the force in multiple directions and form a stable force transmission path, which significantly improves the overall impact resistance.

[0015] Secondly, a buffer gap is provided between the protective cover and the taillight, allowing the cover to undergo slight elastic deformation upon impact without making direct contact with the taillight, thus absorbing and cushioning energy. The cross-section of the ribs is circular or nearly circular, providing sufficient strength while reducing the light obstruction area, ensuring that the warning and lighting functions of the taillights are not affected.

[0016] Furthermore, this invention incorporates an elastic gasket at the connection between the protective cover and the wheel cover, effectively absorbing vibrations and impacts during vehicle operation and preventing loosening of the connection and damage to the taillight housing due to long-term stress concentration. A sand-draining gap is provided between the fixing parts below the protective cover, allowing mud and sand to drain naturally from the area below the taillight, preventing mud and water accumulation from affecting taillight brightness and facilitating future maintenance.

[0017] Furthermore, the protective cover's installation structure employs a quick-release method with a hinge on one end and a clip or bolt on the other, allowing for rapid opening or removal of the cover without disassembling the taillight's electrical connection, greatly improving the efficiency of taillight inspection and replacement. The entire protective cover is fixed to the existing wheel cover using bolt assemblies, requiring no changes to the original vehicle structure, thus possessing strong versatility and adaptability, facilitating its application on various vehicle models. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the installation relationship between the protective cover, taillight, and wheel cover in a preferred embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the protective cover according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] In the picture: 1. Wheel cover; 2. Taillight assembly; 3. Cover; 4. Fixing part. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0021] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown: A taillight assembly protective cover for a truck includes a taillight assembly 2 mounted on a wheel cover 1, and a protective cover fixed to the wheel cover 1. The protective cover is installed outside the light-emitting surface of the taillight assembly 2 and at least partially overlaps with the light-emitting surface of the taillight assembly 2 in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, for preventing flying stones kicked up by the wheels from hitting the taillight assembly 2.

[0022] The protective cover includes a cover body 3 and a fixing part 4.

[0023] The cover 3 has an overall convex arc surface, with its convex direction facing the lower part of the light-emitting surface of the taillight assembly 2, that is, facing the front and lower part of the vehicle, in order to conform to the main incident direction of stones thrown by the front wheels during vehicle movement. Through this arc surface structure, the thrown stones will slide or deflect along the arc surface when they hit the cover 3, thereby reducing the direct impact force.

[0024] The cover 3 comprises several metal ribs, which are integrally formed or welded together to form a closed triangular grid. Each closed unit is surrounded by transverse, longitudinal, and diagonal ribs, making the entire cover 3 a stable triangular truss structure. This structure can decompose external forces and transmit them in different directions, thereby avoiding deformation caused by stress concentration on a single rib. The cross-section of the metal ribs can be circular or nearly circular, with a diameter selectable in the range of 6 to 10 mm. Circular or nearly circular cross-sections facilitate sliding contact between foreign objects and curved surfaces, reducing local obstruction of the light-emitting area of ​​the taillight assembly 2 by sharp corners; welding is used to fix the ribs at their intersections, which helps the triangular grid unit to bear the force as a whole and stably transmit it to the upper and lower fixing parts 4.

[0025] A minimum clearance S, S > 0, is provided between the outer surface of the cover 3 and the taillight assembly 2 to form a buffer gap. When the protective cover is impacted by flying stones or foreign objects, the cover 3 can undergo slight elastic deformation, and the buffer gap absorbs part of the impact energy, preventing the taillight assembly 2 from being directly compressed or cracked. In a preferred embodiment, to achieve a combination of impact resistance and non-shading performance, the minimum clearance S between the cover 3 and the taillight assembly 2 can be selected in the range of 10 to 30 mm. This clearance range provides effective deformation and buffer space for the cover 3 under stress, avoids interference caused by the protective cover and the outer surface of the taillight assembly 2 being too close, and also facilitates the natural passage of clean airflow and dust.

[0026] The protective cover is detachably connected to the wheel cover 1 via two fixing parts 4 located above and below the taillight assembly 2. Each fixing part 4 includes several detachable connectors, which may be in the form of bolts, hinges, or clips.

[0027] In this embodiment, the upper fixing part 4 is connected to the wheel cover 1 by a bolt assembly, and the lower fixing part 4 is also connected by a bolt assembly. The connection at the upper and lower points forms a stable vertical force path, which can transmit and disperse external impact force to the wheel cover 1, thereby improving the overall impact resistance.

[0028] In another embodiment, the upper fixing part 4 adopts a rotating connection method, and the lower fixing part 4 adopts a locking connection method.

[0029] Specifically, the detachable connector of the upper fixing part 4 is a hinge, and the detachable connector of the lower fixing part 4 is a bolt or a clip. Thus, when the taillight assembly 2 needs maintenance or replacement, only the lower bolt or clip needs to be loosened, and the protective cover can be flipped open around the upper hinge without disassembling the electrical wiring or the entire protective cover, greatly improving maintenance efficiency. Similarly, the detachable connector of the upper fixing part 4 can also be a bolt or a clip, and the detachable connector of the lower fixing part 4 can be a hinge.

[0030] An elastic gasket is provided between at least one fixing part 4 and the wheel cover 1. The elastic gasket can be made of elastic and weather-resistant materials such as rubber, silicone, or polyurethane. The gasket is located between the connecting surface of the fixing part 4 and the wheel cover 1. When the wheel cover is impacted, the gasket undergoes elastic compression, absorbing part of the impact energy, thereby further reducing the impact load transmitted to the taillight assembly 2.

[0031] A mud and sand prevention structure is provided between the fixing parts 4 below the taillight assembly 2. Specifically, in the fixing parts 4 below the taillight assembly 2, a gap for preventing mud and sand accumulation is provided between at least one set of adjacent detachable connectors. This gap opens towards the ground when the vehicle is installed, allowing mud and sand adhering to the lower edge of the protective cover or the surface of the wheel cover 1 to fall off from the gap between adjacent connectors under the action of gravity and driving vibration, thereby maintaining the cleanliness and unobstructed flow of the area below the taillight assembly 2.

[0032] Working principle: Assembly: First, confirm the mounting hole positions or reserved connection positions at the wheel cover 1 and taillight assembly 2, so that the protective cover at least partially overlaps with the light-emitting surface of the taillight assembly 2 in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle; then, mate the curved cover 3 with the upper and lower fixing parts 4 and detachably connect it with the wheel cover 1, so that the cover 3 and the outer surface of the taillight assembly 2 reach the predetermined minimum clearance S; in the embodiment using bolt connection, elastic gaskets can be clamped on the connection surface and tightened to the specified torque; in the embodiment using opening and closing method, first install the hinge side and check the rotation clearance, then install the bolt or buckle side and check the locking reliability; finally, leave a gap between the adjacent connecting parts of the lower fixing part 4 to prevent the accumulation of mud and sand, and complete the installation.

[0033] Usage: Stones or hard particles splashed from the front of the vehicle and along the near-ground direction first contact the convex arc surface of the protective cover, and are guided by the geometry of the arc surface to slip or deflect; the impact load acting on the cover 3 is distributed in multiple directions by a closed triangular grid, and is transmitted vertically to the wheel cover 1 through the upper and lower fixing parts 4. The buffer gap between the cover 3 and the taillight assembly 2 prevents the slight elastic deformation of the cover 3 from making hard contact with the taillight assembly 2; when elastic gaskets are provided, the connection further absorbs some energy, reducing the peak load transmission; the gap between adjacent connecting parts of the lower fixing part 4 facilitates the natural shedding of mud and sand under the vibration and gravity of vehicle operation, thereby keeping the area below the taillight assembly 2 clean and reducing the adverse effects on light output and maintenance operations. Through the above structure and assembly relationship, effective protection of the taillight assembly 2 is achieved, while taking into account the convenience of installation and maintenance and long-term reliability.

[0034] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A taillight assembly protective cover for a truck, comprising a taillight assembly (2) mounted on a wheel cover (1) and a protective cover fixed to the wheel cover (1), characterized in that, The protective cover is disposed on the outside of the light-emitting surface of the taillight assembly (2) and at least partially overlaps with the light-emitting surface in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle; the protective cover includes a cover body (3) and a fixing part (4); The cover (3) is an arc surface, and the arc surface protrudes towards the lower part of the light-emitting side of the taillight assembly (2); the cover (3) includes several metal ribs, which are integrally formed or welded together to form a closed triangular grid, and a minimum net distance S is provided between the cover (3) and the outer surface of the taillight assembly (2), where S > 0. The protective cover is detachably connected to the wheel cover (1) by two fixing parts (4) arranged above and below the taillight assembly (2); each fixing part (4) includes several detachable connectors.

2. The taillight assembly protective cover for a truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detachable connector is a bolt assembly, and the upper and lower fixing parts (4) of the protective cover are respectively connected to the wheel cover (1) through the bolt assembly.

3. The taillight assembly protective cover for a truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the two fixing parts (4), the detachable connector of one fixing part (4) is a hinge, and the detachable connector of the other fixing part (4) is a bolt and / or a buckle.

4. The taillight assembly protective cover for a truck according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, An elastic gasket is provided between the connection surface of at least one detachable connector and the wheel cover (1).

5. The taillight assembly protective cover for a truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the fixing part (4) below the taillight assembly (2), a gap is provided between at least one set of adjacent detachable connectors to prevent the accumulation of mud and sand.

6. The taillight assembly protective cover for a truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, The minimum net distance S ranges from 10 to 30 mm.

7. The taillight assembly protective cover for a truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cross-section of the metal rib is circular or nearly circular, with a diameter of 6 to 10 mm.

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