Radar mounting structure and vehicle

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a radar mounting structure and a vehicle, the radar mounting structure is used for mounting a radar on a mounting panel, the mounting panel has a first through hole for exposing the radar, the radar mounting structure comprises a first support and a second support, the first support has a connecting plate, the connecting plate is sealingly connected to the mounting panel in a circumferential direction around the first through hole, the connecting plate is provided with a second through hole opposite to the position of the first through hole, and a front end surface of the radar is partially exposed to the second through hole; the second support is detachably connected to the first support, the radar is arranged between the first support and the second support, and the second support is used for sealingly abutting the front end surface of the radar to the connecting plate in the circumferential direction around the second through hole, so that the radar mounting structure has the advantages of high dismounting and mounting maintenance efficiency and good waterproof effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of radar installation technology, and more specifically, to a radar installation structure and vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Exposed radar can directly face the detection area, avoiding signal obstruction by body panels, interior parts, and trim panels. In related technologies, roof-mounted exposed radars are fixed to the roof trim with adhesive, making it impossible to remove the radar separately. Repairs require replacing the entire trim, resulting in low efficiency and high cost. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a radar mounting structure and vehicle that combines the advantages of high efficiency in disassembly and maintenance with good waterproofing, so as to at least partially solve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, according to a first aspect of this disclosure, a radar mounting structure is provided for mounting a radar to a mounting panel, the mounting panel having a first through-hole for exposing the radar, the radar mounting structure comprising: A first bracket has a connecting plate that is circumferentially sealed to the mounting panel around the first through hole. The connecting plate has a second through hole opposite to the position of the first through hole, and the front end face of the radar is partially exposed through the second through hole. The second bracket is detachably connected to the first bracket, and the radar is placed between the first bracket and the second bracket. The second bracket is used to seal the front end face of the radar against the connecting plate in the circumferential direction around the second through hole.

[0005] Through the above technical solution, the radar is constrained or fixed by the second bracket. During disassembly and maintenance, the radar can be disassembled and installed simply by removing and installing the second bracket, resulting in high efficiency and avoiding the need to disassemble the entire roof trim as in related technologies, thus reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, this disclosure achieves a sealed connection between the connecting plate of the first bracket and the mounting panel around the first through hole. The radar is installed between the first and second brackets. When the second bracket is connected to the first bracket, the radar can be simultaneously pressed against the connecting plate, allowing the radar's front end face to achieve a circumferential sealed contact with the second through hole on the connecting plate. Thus, due to the relative positions of the first and second through holes, the radar probe can be exposed through both holes. Because the first bracket is sealed to the mounting panel, rainwater and other liquids are prevented from entering the mounting panel through the gap between the mounting panel and the connecting plate. Similarly, the second bracket seals the radar's front end face against the connecting plate, further preventing rainwater and other liquids from entering the mounting panel through the gap between the connecting plate and the radar's front end face. Therefore, by fixing the radar to the mounting panel using the first and second brackets, the risk of rainwater and other liquids entering the inner side of the mounting plate through the first or second through hole and damaging the radar circuitry can be reduced, thereby improving the radar's waterproof performance.

[0006] In some possible implementations, the radar mounting structure further includes an annular seal disposed circumferentially in the second through hole and positioned between the radar and the connecting plate. By providing the annular seal, the seal between the radar and the connecting plate can be further enhanced, and the pressure applied by the second bracket ensures that the annular seal fully seals and conforms to the radar and the connecting plate.

[0007] In some possible implementations, the annular seal includes a rubber ring. This allows for a seal between the radar's front end face and the connecting plate circumferentially around the second through hole when the radar's front end face abuts against the connecting plate.

[0008] In some possible implementations, the radar mounting structure includes a connecting structure through which the connecting plate is connected to the mounting panel. This allows the connecting structure to connect the mounting panel and the connecting plate, depending on the structure and installation location of the mounting panel.

[0009] In some possible implementations, the connection structure further includes a sealant disposed around the first through-hole. This allows the sealant to form an annular layer around the first through-hole, adequately filling the gap between the connecting plate and the mounting panel in the circumferential direction of the first through-hole.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the connection structure includes a bonding adhesive that adheres to the connection plate and the mounting panel. This provides an immediate bond between the connection plate and the mounting panel for rapid fixation, allowing time for the sealant to cure.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the sealant is a structural adhesive, and the bonding adhesive is double-sided tape. Thus, the pre-fixation with double-sided tape and the sealing with structural adhesive create a double waterproof barrier, improving the waterproof performance of the radar mounting structure.

[0012] In some possible implementations, the first bracket further includes an annular plate protruding from the connecting plate on the side opposite to the mounting panel. The annular plate is disposed around the second through hole and forms a mounting groove for accommodating at least a portion of the radar. In this way, the annular plate can provide radial restraint for the radar, preventing the radar from shifting relative to the second through hole.

[0013] In some possible implementations, the second bracket includes a cover plate and a connecting portion. The radar is disposed between the cover plate and the connecting plate. The connecting portion is connected to the cover plate and detachably connected to the first bracket. This allows the cover plate to apply an axial force to the radar, causing the radar's front end face to simultaneously abut against the connecting plate. This ensures that the annular seal on the radar's front end face fits tightly against the connecting plate, and facilitates convenient assembly and disassembly of the second bracket.

[0014] In some possible implementations, the cover plate includes a pressing portion and a limiting portion. The pressing portion presses the radar against the connecting plate, and the limiting portion is located circumferentially on the pressing portion, forming a limiting groove with the pressing portion. The radar is partially placed within the limiting groove. This allows the pressing portion to fit against the rear end face of the radar, applying uniform axial pressure to the radar and preventing uneven local stress on the radar, which could lead to a sealing gap between the radar's front end face and the connecting plate.

[0015] In some possible implementations, the limiting portion has a first notch, and the annular plate has a second notch opposite to the first notch. The radar's wiring terminal extends out from both the first and second notches. This provides a wiring path for the radar's wiring terminal, ensuring reliable wiring connections and preventing the cover plate and annular plate from squeezing the wiring, which could lead to bending and wear.

[0016] In some possible implementations, the connecting plate has a plurality of first connecting seats on the side opposite to the mounting panel. These first connecting seats are spaced apart circumferentially on the outer side of the annular plate. The connecting portion includes a plurality of second connecting seats connected circumferentially to the cover plate. Each second connecting seat corresponds to one of the first connecting seats and is detachably connected to them. This arrangement allows the plurality of first and second connecting seats to be evenly distributed circumferentially around the radar, enabling uniform axial pressure to be applied to the radar along its circumference.

[0017] In some possible implementations, the first connector has a first mounting hole, and the second connector has a second mounting hole. The radar mounting structure also includes a fastener that passes through the first and second mounting holes to connect the first and second connectors. Thus, compared to connection methods such as snap-fit ​​connections, connecting the first and second connectors with fasteners provides better vibration resistance and is more effective against external impacts.

[0018] In some possible implementations, the first connecting seat includes a protrusion and a fixing plate, the fixing plate being connected to the top of the protrusion facing away from the connecting plate, the fixing plate having the first mounting hole, and the radar mounting structure further including a reinforcing member that covers at least a portion of the fixing plate. This improves the structural strength of the fixing plate, reducing the risk of fasteners loosening due to deformation of the fixing plate.

[0019] In some possible implementations, the reinforcing member includes a U-shaped structure, with the fixing plate inserted into the inner side of the U-shaped structure; and / or, the reinforcing member is a metal component. In this way, the reinforcing member can cover both sides of the fixing plate to further improve the structural strength of the fixing plate, and also enables quick installation of the reinforcing member, improving the assembly efficiency of the installation structure.

[0020] In some possible implementations, the reinforcing member has a threaded hole communicating with the first mounting hole, and the fastener is constructed as a bolt that passes through the first and second mounting holes and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole. This allows for adjustment of the radar's installation effectiveness based on the tightness of the bolt, preventing over-tightening that could damage the radar, or under-tightening that could lead to seal failure, thus improving the reliability of the radar installation.

[0021] In some possible implementations, the connecting plate has a positioning structure protruding from the side opposite to the mounting panel. This improves the positioning efficiency of the connecting plate and ensures positioning accuracy.

[0022] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a mounting panel and a radar mounting structure as described above.

[0023] In some possible implementations, the vehicle includes an outer body panel, the outer body panel including the mounting panel, and the radar mounting structure connected to the side of the mounting panel facing inwards. This allows the radar to detect the exterior of the vehicle, ensuring the radar is exposed outside the vehicle body, which helps guarantee detection accuracy and improves vehicle safety.

[0024] In some possible implementations, the vehicle body outer panel includes a roof outer panel, the roof outer panel including the mounting panel; and / or, the vehicle body outer panel includes a door outer panel, the door outer panel including the mounting panel; and / or, the vehicle body outer panel includes a side panel, the side panel including the mounting panel; and / or, the vehicle body outer panel includes a bumper trim panel, the bumper trim panel including the mounting panel. In this way, when it is necessary to connect the radar to the vehicle's roof, side door, side panel, or bumper, a detachable connection of the radar can be achieved, and the waterproof effect of the radar can be guaranteed.

[0025] It should be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Other features and advantages of this disclosure will be described in detail in the subsequent detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present disclosure and form part of the specification. They are used together with the following detailed description to explain the present disclosure, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is an assembly diagram of the radar mounting structure provided according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first bracket of the radar mounting structure provided according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the first bracket of the radar mounting structure provided according to an embodiment of the present disclosure from another perspective. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second bracket of the radar mounting structure provided according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the second bracket of the radar mounting structure provided according to an embodiment of the present disclosure from another perspective; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a radar structure based on an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures 1-First bracket, 11-Connecting plate, 111-Second through hole, 12-Annular plate, 121-Mounting groove, 122-Second notch, 13-First connecting seat, 131-Protrusion, 132-Fixing plate, 1321-First mounting hole, 2-Second bracket, 21-Cover plate, 211-Pressure part, 212-Limiting part, 213-Limiting groove, 214-First notch, 22-Connecting part, 221-Second connecting seat, 2211-Second connecting hole, 3-Annular seal, 4-Connecting structure, 41-Sealant, 42-Connecting adhesive, 5-Fastener, 6-Reinforcing member, 61-Threaded hole, 7-Positioning structure, 10-Radar, 101-Terminal, 20-Mounting panel. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The specific embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit this disclosure.

[0029] In this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the "inner" and "outer" relative to the contour of the corresponding component itself. "Top" and "bottom" generally refer to the "top" and "bottom" relative to the corresponding component in its operational state along the height direction. Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" is intended to distinguish different components and does not imply sequentiality or importance. Additionally, in the following description, when referring to the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals in different drawings denote the same elements. Those skilled in the art should understand that the above definitions are for explanation and illustration only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this disclosure.

[0030] According to a specific embodiment of this disclosure, refer to Figures 1 to 6 As shown, according to a first aspect of this disclosure, a radar mounting structure is provided for mounting a radar 10 on a mounting panel 20. The mounting panel 20 has a first through hole for exposing the radar 10. The radar mounting structure includes: a first bracket 1 having a connecting plate 11 circumferentially sealed to the mounting panel 20 around the first through hole, the connecting plate 11 having a second through hole 111 opposite to the first through hole, the front end face of the radar 10 being partially exposed in the second through hole 111; and a second bracket 2 detachably connected to the first bracket 1, the radar 10 being placed between the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2, the second bracket 2 being used to seal the front end face of the radar 10 against the connecting plate 11 circumferentially around the second through hole 111.

[0031] Through the above technical solution, the radar 10 is constrained or fixed by the second bracket 2. During disassembly and maintenance, the radar 10 can be disassembled and installed simply by removing and installing the second bracket 2, resulting in high disassembly and installation efficiency and avoiding the need to disassemble the entire roof trim as required in related technologies, thus reducing maintenance costs. In addition, by sealingly connecting the connecting plate 11 of the first bracket 1 and the mounting panel 20 around the first through hole, the radar 10 is installed between the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2. When the second bracket 2 is connected to the first bracket 1, the radar 10 can be simultaneously abutted against the connecting plate 11 through the second bracket 2, so that the front end face of the radar 10 can be circumferentially sealed against the second through hole 111 on the connecting plate 11. Thus, due to the opposing positions of the first and second through holes 111, the radar 10's probe can be exposed through both holes. Because the first bracket 1 is sealed to the mounting panel 20, rainwater and other liquids are prevented from entering the inner side of the mounting panel 20 through the gap between the mounting panel 20 and the connecting plate 11. Similarly, the second bracket 2 seals the front end face of the radar 10 against the connecting plate 11, preventing rainwater and other liquids from entering the inner side of the mounting panel 20 through the gap between the connecting plate 11 and the front end face of the radar 10. Therefore, by fixing the radar 10 to the mounting panel 20 using the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2, the risk of rainwater and other liquids entering the inner mounting plate through the first or second through hole 111 and damaging the radar 10's wiring is reduced, thereby improving the radar 10's waterproof performance.

[0032] Furthermore, the front face of radar 10 can refer to the end face on the side where the detection surface of radar 10 is located, and the surface opposite to the front face is the rear face of radar. Radar 10 can be any suitable type of radar 10, such as ultrasonic radar.

[0033] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 6 As shown, the radar mounting structure may further include an annular seal 3, which is disposed circumferentially around the second through hole 111 and positioned between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11. Thus, because the annular seal 3 is arranged circumferentially around the second through hole 111, when the front end face of the radar 10 abuts against the connecting plate 11, it can seal the front end face of the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11 around the second through hole 111, thereby ensuring the sealing of the contact surface between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11 and preventing rainwater and other liquids from entering the inner side of the mounting panel 20 through the second through hole 111 and the gap between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11. The pressure applied by the second bracket 2 ensures that the annular seal 3 fully seals and fits the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11, thereby enhancing the sealing effect.

[0034] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 6As shown, the annular seal 3 may include a rubber ring. In this way, since the rubber ring can produce uniform elastic deformation to fully fill the gap between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11, the front end face of the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11 can fit tightly together, thereby ensuring the sealing effect on the contact surface between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11.

[0035] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 3 As shown, the radar mounting structure includes a connecting structure 4, through which the connecting plate 11 is connected to the mounting panel 20. This allows the connecting structure 4 to connect the mounting panel 20 and the connecting plate 11 according to the structure and installation position of the mounting panel 20, thereby achieving the fixation and installation of the first bracket 1.

[0036] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 3 As shown, the connecting structure 4 may also include a sealant 41, which surrounds the first through hole. In this way, the sealant 41 forms an annular layer around the first through hole, fully filling the gap between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20 in the circumferential direction of the first through hole. This ensures the sealing performance between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20, thereby preventing rainwater and other liquids from entering the gap between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20 through the edge of the first through hole, which could cause liquid to leak into the inner side of the mounting panel 20 and damage the radar 10 circuitry.

[0037] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 3 As shown, the connecting structure 4 may include a connecting adhesive 42, which is bonded between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20. In this way, the connecting adhesive 42 provides immediate adhesion between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20, enabling rapid fixation and providing a buffer time for the curing of the sealant 41. This prevents displacement or shaking of the connecting plate 11 during assembly, ensuring the positioning accuracy of the second through hole 111 on the connecting plate 11 and the first through hole on the mounting panel 20, thereby ensuring the positioning accuracy of the first bracket 1. The connecting adhesive 42 is located on the outer periphery of the sealant 41 to prevent the sealant 41 from overflowing the circumference of the connecting plate 11.

[0038] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 3As shown, sealant 41 can be structural adhesive, and adhesive 42 is double-sided adhesive, such as strong double-sided adhesive. In this way, the strong double-sided adhesive and structural adhesive work together. On the one hand, the immediate bonding force of the strong double-sided adhesive enables rapid positioning of the connecting plate 11, preventing displacement of the connecting plate 11 during assembly and providing a buffer time for the structural adhesive to cure. On the other hand, the combination of structural adhesive and strong double-sided adhesive ensures the connection strength between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20, while forming a double waterproof barrier, improving the waterproof performance of the radar mounting structure. The strong double-sided adhesive can be 3M adhesive; this disclosure does not impose specific limitations on it.

[0039] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the first bracket 1 also includes an annular plate 12 protruding from the connecting plate 11 on the side opposite to the mounting panel 20. The annular plate 12 is arranged around the second through hole 111 and forms a mounting groove 121 for accommodating at least part of the radar 10. Thus, when the radar 10 is placed in the mounting groove 121, the annular plate 12 provides radial restraint for the radar 10, preventing the radar 10 from shifting relative to the second through hole 111 and causing the radar probe to be obstructed, thus ensuring the reliability of the radar 10 installation. Simultaneously, by placing the radar 10 in the mounting groove 121, rapid positioning of the radar 10 can be achieved without repeated adjustments, which helps improve the installation efficiency of the radar 10.

[0040] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the second bracket 2 includes a cover plate 21 and a connecting portion 22. The radar 10 is located between the cover plate 21 and the connecting plate 11. The connecting portion 22 is connected to the cover plate 21 and detachably connected to the first bracket 1. Thus, while connecting the second bracket 2 to the first bracket 1 via the connecting portion 22, the cover plate 21 can apply an axial force to the radar 10, causing the front end face of the radar 10 to simultaneously abut against the connecting plate 11, ensuring a tight fit between the annular seal 3 on the front end face of the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11. Simultaneously, the cover plate 21 provides protection for the radar 10, preventing external impacts to the end of the radar 10 facing away from the front end face. Because the connecting portion 22 is detachably connected to the first bracket 1, convenient assembly and disassembly of the second bracket 2 are possible, enabling quick repair or replacement of the radar 10.

[0041] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the cover plate 21 includes a pressing part 211 and a limiting part 212. The pressing part 211 is used to press the radar 10 against the connecting plate 11. The limiting part 212 is disposed in the circumference of the pressing part 211 and forms a limiting groove 213 with the pressing part 211. The radar 10 is partially placed in the limiting groove 213. In this way, when the radar 10 is pressed against the connecting plate 11 by the cover plate 21, the pressing part 211 can fit against the rear end face of the radar 10 to apply uniform axial pressure to the radar 10, avoiding uneven local force on the radar 10, which would cause a sealing gap between the front end face of the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11. Thus, the sealing effect between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11 can be guaranteed. When the end of the radar 10 facing away from the front end is partially placed in the limiting groove 213, the limiting part 212 can be arranged around the circumference of the radar 10 to limit the radar 10 in the radial direction, so as to prevent the radar 10 from slipping relative to the pressing part 211, causing the front end of the radar 10 to be misaligned with the second through hole 111, affecting the detection accuracy, or causing a gap between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11, affecting the sealing performance.

[0042] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figures 2 to 5 As shown, the limiting part 212 has a first notch 214, and the annular plate 12 has a second notch 122 opposite to the first notch 214. The wiring terminal 101 of the radar 10 extends out of the first notch 214 and the second notch 122. Thus, the first notch 214 and the second notch 122 provide a wiring channel for the wiring terminal 101 of the radar 10, ensuring the reliability of the wiring connection and preventing the cover plate 21 and the annular plate 12 from squeezing the wiring, which could lead to bending and wear. Simultaneously, when the radar 10 is placed in the mounting slot 121, the circumferential positioning of the radar 10 can be achieved by aligning the wiring terminal 101 with the second notch 122, and the circumferential positioning of the first bracket 1 can be achieved by aligning the first notch 214 of the cover plate 21 with the wiring terminal 101. This improves the positioning accuracy and assembly efficiency of the radar 10 and the mounting structure.

[0043] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figures 1 to 5As shown, the connecting plate 11 has a plurality of first connecting seats 13 on the side opposite to the mounting panel 20. The plurality of first connecting seats 13 are spaced apart on the outer side of the annular plate 12 along the circumference of the annular plate 12. The connecting part 22 includes a plurality of second connecting seats 221 connected to the cover plate 21 in the circumference. The second connecting seats 221 are arranged one-to-one with the first connecting seats 13 and are detachably connected to the first connecting seats 13. In this way, when the radar 10 is placed in the mounting groove 121 on the connecting seat and the limiting groove 213 of the cover plate 21, the plurality of first connecting seats 13 and second connecting seats 221 can be evenly distributed along the circumference of the radar 10, so that axial pressure can be evenly applied to the radar 10 along the circumference of the radar 10, so that the front end face of the radar 10 can be sealed against the connecting plate 11, avoiding uneven local stress on the radar 10, which would cause a sealing gap between the front end face of the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11, affecting the sealing performance. At the same time, it reduces the risk of deformation and damage to the radar 10. The number of the first connecting seat 13 and the second connecting seat 221 can be three or more, and this disclosure does not impose a specific limitation on this.

[0044] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the first connecting seat 13 has a first mounting hole 1321, and the second connecting seat 221 has a second mounting hole. The radar mounting structure also includes a fastener 5, which passes through the first mounting hole 1321 and the second mounting hole to connect the first connecting seat 13 and the second connecting seat 221. Compared to connection methods such as snap-fit ​​connections, connecting the first connecting seat 13 and the second connecting seat 221 with the fastener 5 provides better vibration resistance and is more effective against external impacts. This ensures the reliability of the connection between the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2, improves the reliability and stability of the radar 10 installation, and facilitates quick assembly and disassembly.

[0045] In this invention, fastener 5 can be a bolt, and the first mounting hole 1321 and the second mounting hole can be constructed as threaded holes 61. The bolt and the threaded hole 61 are threadedly engaged to realize the connection between the first connecting seat 13 and the second connecting seat 221. Alternatively, fastener 5 can also be a component that can be detachably connected. This disclosure does not impose any specific limitations.

[0046] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the first connecting seat 13 includes a protrusion 131 and a fixing plate 132. The fixing plate 132 is connected to the top of the protrusion 131, which faces away from the top of the connecting plate 11. The fixing plate 132 has a first mounting hole 1321. The radar mounting structure also includes a reinforcing member 6, which covers at least a portion of the fixing plate 132. Thus, the protrusion 131 protrudes away from the connecting plate 11, allowing the fastener 5 to be connected to the fixing plate 132. This provides connection space for the fastener 5, preventing it from directly connecting to the connecting plate 11 and affecting the sealing performance of the connection structure 4 between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20. By providing the reinforcing member 6, the structural strength of the fixing plate 132 is improved, reducing the risk of the fastener 5 loosening due to deformation of the fixing plate 132. This reduces the occurrence of gaps between the front face of the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11, which could affect the sealing performance. This improves the reliability of the connection between the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2, as well as the stability of the radar 10 installation. Meanwhile, by setting the reinforcing member 6 to improve the rigidity of the fixing plate 132, the deformation resistance of the fixing plate 132 can be improved, the risk of wear or deformation of the fixing plate 132 during long-term use can be reduced, and the service life of the installation structure can be extended.

[0047] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the reinforcing member 6 includes a U-shaped structure, with the fixing plate 132 inserted into the inner side of the U-shaped structure; and / or, the reinforcing member 6 is a metal part. In this way, the fixing member is inserted into the U-shaped structure, allowing the reinforcing member 6 to cover both sides of the fixing plate 132, further improving the structural strength of the fixing plate 132. Furthermore, it enables quick installation of the reinforcing member 6, improving the assembly efficiency of the installation structure. By making the reinforcing member 6 a metal part, it possesses better resistance to deformation and wear resistance, facilitating connection with the fastener 5 and reducing the risk of the fastener 5 loosening due to deformation or wear of the fixing plate 132. The first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2 can be made of plastic, which is beneficial for achieving a lightweight installation structure and facilitating mass production, thus reducing manufacturing costs.

[0048] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 2As shown, the reinforcing member 6 has a threaded hole 61 communicating with the first mounting hole 1321. The fastener 5 is constructed as a bolt, which passes through the first mounting hole 1321, the threaded hole 61, and the second mounting hole, and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole 61. Thus, by the threaded engagement of the bolt with the threaded hole 61, the first mounting base and the second mounting base are connected, allowing the second bracket 2 to gradually approach the first bracket 1. Axial pressure is applied to the radar 10 through the cover plate 21, causing the front end face of the radar 10 to circumferentially seal against the connecting plate 11 around the second through hole 111. This allows for adjustment of the radar 10's installation effect based on the bolt's tightness, avoiding over-tightening that could damage the radar 10, or under-tightening that could lead to seal failure, thus improving the reliability of the radar 10's installation. Furthermore, by providing the threaded hole 61 on the metal part, the fastener 5 can be directly threadedly connected to the reinforcing member 6 to achieve a connection and fixation between the first mounting base and the second mounting base. Compared to the fastener 5 only being threadedly connected to the fixing plate 132, this reduces the risk of the fastener 5 loosening due to deformation of the fixing plate 132.

[0049] In some embodiments of this disclosure, reference is made to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the connecting plate 11 has a protruding positioning structure 7 on the side opposite to the mounting panel 20. This improves the positioning efficiency and ensures positioning accuracy when the connecting plate 11 is mounted on the mounting panel 20. The positioning structure 7 can be used in conjunction with an automated assembly mechanism, facilitating the automated assembly of the mounting structure.

[0050] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle is provided, comprising a mounting panel 20 and a radar mounting structure as described above. This vehicle possesses all the beneficial effects of the aforementioned radar mounting structure, which will not be elaborated upon herein.

[0051] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the vehicle includes an outer body panel, which includes a mounting panel 20. A radar mounting structure is connected to the side of the mounting panel 20 facing the interior of the vehicle. This allows the radar 10 to detect the exterior of the vehicle, enabling the radar 10 to be exposed outside the vehicle body, which helps ensure detection accuracy and improves vehicle safety.

[0052] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the vehicle body outer panel includes a roof outer panel, which includes a mounting panel 20, thereby allowing the radar 10 to be detachably connected to the roof outer panel.

[0053] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the vehicle body outer panel includes a door outer panel, which includes a mounting panel 20, thereby allowing the radar 10 to be detachably connected to the door outer panel.

[0054] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the vehicle body outer panel includes a side panel, which includes a mounting panel 20, thereby allowing the radar 10 to be detachably connected to the side panel.

[0055] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the vehicle body exterior panel includes a bumper exterior panel, which includes a mounting panel 20, thereby allowing the radar 10 to be detachably connected to the bumper exterior panel. The bumper exterior panel can be a front bumper exterior panel or a rear bumper exterior panel, and this disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0056] Below, for reference Figures 1 to 6 As shown, this disclosure will provide a detailed description of the specific usage process of the radar mounting structure in conjunction with the above-described specific embodiments. Connecting adhesive 42 and sealant 41 can be pre-installed on the connecting plate 11. When the radar 10 needs to be installed on the outer panel of the vehicle body, the second through hole 111 of the connecting plate 11 is aligned with the first through hole of the mounting panel 20. The first bracket 1 is fixedly connected to the mounting panel 20 using the connecting adhesive 42, allowing the sealant 41 surrounding the first through hole to fully cure, thereby achieving a sealed connection between the connecting plate 11 and the mounting panel 20. The radar 10 is placed in the mounting groove 121, with the wiring terminal 101 positioned at the second notch 122. A cover plate 21 is placed on the end of the radar 10 facing away from the front end, with the first notch 214 corresponding to the second notch 122, to achieve the installation and positioning of the radar 10 and the second bracket 2. Then, the fastener 5 is passed through the second mounting hole, the threaded hole 61 and the first mounting hole 1321 in sequence, and is threaded to the threaded hole 61. When the first mounting hole 1321 is an internal threaded hole, it is also threaded to the internal threaded hole to realize the connection and fixation of the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2. The second bracket 2 can gradually approach the first bracket 1 so that the axial pressure is applied to the radar 10 simultaneously through the cover plate 21, so that the front end face of the radar 10 can seal against the connecting plate 11 around the second through hole 111, thereby realizing the sealed contact between the radar 10 and the connecting plate 11.

[0057] The preferred embodiments of the present disclosure have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present disclosure is not limited to the specific details of the above embodiments. Within the scope of the technical concept of the present disclosure, various simple modifications can be made to the technical solutions of the present disclosure, and these simple modifications all fall within the protection scope of the present disclosure.

[0058] It should also be noted that the various specific technical features described in the above specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, this disclosure will not describe the various possible combinations separately.

[0059] Furthermore, various different embodiments of this disclosure can be combined in any way, as long as they do not violate the spirit of this disclosure, they should also be regarded as the content disclosed in this disclosure.

Claims

1. A radar mounting structure, characterized in that, For mounting a radar to a mounting panel, the mounting panel having a first through-hole for exposing the radar, the radar mounting structure comprising: A first bracket has a connecting plate that is circumferentially sealed to the mounting panel around the first through hole. The connecting plate has a second through hole opposite to the position of the first through hole, and the front end face of the radar is partially exposed through the second through hole. The second bracket is detachably connected to the first bracket, and the radar is placed between the first bracket and the second bracket. The second bracket is used to seal the front end face of the radar against the connecting plate in the circumferential direction around the second through hole.

2. The radar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The radar mounting structure also includes an annular seal, which is disposed circumferentially in the second through hole and positioned between the radar and the connecting plate.

3. The radar mounting structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The annular seal includes a rubber ring.

4. The radar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The radar mounting structure includes a connecting structure, through which the connecting plate is connected to the mounting panel.

5. The radar mounting structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connection structure includes a sealant that surrounds the first through hole.

6. The radar mounting structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The connection structure includes a connecting adhesive, which is bonded between the connecting plate and the mounting panel.

7. The radar mounting structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The sealant is a structural adhesive, and the bonding adhesive is a double-sided adhesive.

8. The radar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first bracket further includes an annular plate protruding from the connecting plate on the side opposite to the mounting panel. The annular plate is disposed around the second through hole and has a mounting groove for accommodating at least a portion of the radar.

9. The radar mounting structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second bracket includes a cover plate and a connecting part. The radar is disposed between the cover plate and the connecting plate. The connecting part is connected to the cover plate and is detachably connected to the first bracket.

10. The radar mounting structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, The cover plate includes a pressing part and a limiting part. The pressing part is used to press the radar against the connecting plate. The limiting part is located in the circumference of the pressing part and forms a limiting groove with the pressing part. The radar is partially placed in the limiting groove.

11. The radar mounting structure according to claim 10, characterized in that, The limiting part has a first notch, the annular plate has a second notch opposite to the first notch, and the radar's wiring terminal extends out of the first notch and the second notch.

12. The radar mounting structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, The connecting plate has a plurality of first connecting seats on the side opposite to the mounting panel. The plurality of first connecting seats are spaced apart on the outer side of the annular plate along the circumference of the annular plate. The connecting part includes a plurality of second connecting seats connected to the circumference of the cover plate. The second connecting seats are arranged one-to-one with the first connecting seats and are detachably connected to the first connecting seats.

13. The radar mounting structure according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first connector has a first mounting hole, and the second connector has a second mounting hole. The radar mounting structure also includes a fastener that passes through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole to connect the first connector and the second connector.

14. The radar mounting structure according to claim 13, characterized in that, The first connecting seat includes a protrusion and a fixing plate. The fixing plate is connected to the top of the protrusion away from the connecting plate. The fixing plate has the first mounting hole. The radar mounting structure also includes a reinforcing member, which covers at least a portion of the fixing plate.

15. The radar mounting structure according to claim 14, characterized in that, The reinforcing member includes a U-shaped structure, and the fixing plate is inserted into the inner side of the U-shaped structure; and / or, The reinforcing component is a metal part.

16. The radar mounting structure according to claim 14, characterized in that, The reinforcing member has a threaded hole communicating with the first mounting hole. The fastener is constructed as a bolt, which passes through the first mounting hole, the threaded hole, and the second mounting hole, and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole.

17. The radar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting plate has a positioning structure protruding from the side opposite to the mounting panel.

18. A vehicle, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a mounting panel and a radar mounting structure as described in any one of claims 1-17.

19. The vehicle according to claim 18, characterized in that, The vehicle includes an outer body panel, the outer body panel includes the mounting panel, and the radar mounting structure is connected to the side of the mounting panel facing the interior of the vehicle.

20. The vehicle according to claim 19, characterized in that, The vehicle body outer panel includes a roof outer panel, and the roof outer panel includes the mounting panel; and / or... The vehicle body exterior panel includes a door exterior panel, and the door exterior panel includes the mounting panel; and / or, The vehicle body exterior panel includes a side panel, and the side panel includes the mounting panel; and / or... The vehicle body exterior panel includes a bumper trim panel, and the bumper trim panel includes the mounting panel.

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