Pickup truck cap connection structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of pickup truck cover connecting structure, including cover body, the cover body is connected with car hopper by guide rail, the guide rail is equipped with compression surface and guide rail groove, cover body includes opposite fixed part and opposite overturning part, the opposite fixed part is located in the side close to car head, the opposite overturning part is located in the side close to car tail;The opposite overturning part is connected with compression surface by lock tongue system, and the lock tongue system includes lock tongue, the lock tongue is connected with lock tongue gasket, and lock tongue gasket includes clamping surface.The utility model aims at the different opening frequency of different parts of hard cover, uses different connecting structure, both ensures the stability of hard cover connection, also makes the opening and closing of hard cover more convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of pickup truck hoods, specifically relating to a pickup truck hood connection structure. Background Technology

[0002] Pickup trucks are an important part of the automotive market. A pickup truck is a type of vehicle that uses the front and cab of a sedan while having an open cargo bed. Its characteristics are that it has the comfort of a sedan, strong power, and is more capable of carrying cargo and adapting to bad roads than a sedan. The most common pickup truck model is the double-cab pickup. Pickup trucks can be used as special vehicles, multi-purpose vehicles, official vehicles, and commercial vehicles, as well as family vehicles for carrying cargo, tourism, and rental. The so-called "pickup truck" is a hybrid of sedan and truck. With the expansion of the number of modification enthusiasts, pickup truck modification is becoming an increasingly popular category among modification enthusiasts.

[0003] Most existing pickup truck hoods use a hard-cover structure. Due to their structural characteristics, the front of the hard-cover usually does not need to be opened, and only the rear half needs to be opened. However, the connection structure of existing pickup truck hoods is usually relatively simple and does not have a specific design for different parts. In addition, existing pickup trucks are prone to water leakage at the pivot point. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] A pickup truck hood connection structure includes a hood body, which is connected to the truck bed via a guide rail. The guide rail is provided with a pressing surface and a guide rail groove. The hood body includes a relatively fixed part and a relatively flipping part. The relatively fixed part is located on the side closer to the front of the vehicle, and the relatively flipping part is located on the side closer to the rear of the vehicle.

[0006] The relatively fixed part is connected to the guide rail through a fixed connection assembly. The fixed connection assembly includes a locking block, a connecting member, and a T-shaped screw. The locking block is connected to the body of the vehicle cover and has a positioning protrusion and a limiting hook. The connecting member has a guide rail groove insertion head, a positioning groove, and a convex hole. The guide rail groove insertion head is connected to the guide rail groove, and the positioning protrusion extends into the positioning groove. The T-shaped screw includes a threaded section and a T-shaped head. The T-shaped head is connected to the limiting hook, and the threaded section passes through the convex hole and is connected to a plum nut.

[0007] The relative flipping part is connected to the pressing surface through a locking tongue system. The locking tongue system includes a locking tongue, and the locking tongue is connected to a locking tongue washer. The locking tongue washer includes a locking surface.

[0008] Because the opening method of the hard cover is different from that of the soft cover, the hard cover usually only needs to be opened in part, while the other part usually does not need to be opened. Therefore, different connection structures are used for different parts of the hard cover with different opening frequencies, which not only ensures the stability of the hard cover connection, but also makes the opening and closing of the hard cover more convenient.

[0009] Furthermore, the relative flipping part is provided with a locking tongue groove. The locking tongue system also includes a locking tongue, a pull rope, a positioning block, and a steel wire. The steel wire passes through the positioning block, the limiting block, and the pull rope, and both ends of the steel wire are connected to the locking tongue. The locking tongue is connected to the positioning block via a spring. Both the positioning block and the limiting block are connected to the locking tongue groove. The positioning block is used to reset the locking tongue, and the limiting block is used to limit the pull rope. In existing locking tongue systems, the locking tongue directly contacts the guide rail. Since both are made of metal, an overly tight fit can easily cause deformation of the guide rail's pressing surface, while an overly loose fit can easily cause shaking and collision. This application adds a locking tongue gasket, which is glued to the locking tongue. The locking tongue gasket's engaging surface is a bevel, used to contact the guide rail's pressing surface. This not only compensates for the gap between the two but also reduces wear on the guide rail and the locking tongue. Furthermore, the locking tongue gasket is easy to replace, greatly reducing maintenance costs.

[0010] Furthermore, the locking block also includes a first mating surface and a second mating surface; the limiting hook includes a T-shaped rod mounting surface and a T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion; the front plate connector also includes a first pressure post and a second pressure post, the first pressure post and the second pressure post being respectively disposed on both sides of the positioning groove; the T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion is connected to the T-shaped rod mounting surface; the first mating surface and the second mating surface respectively abut against the first pressure post and the second pressure post, and the T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion is used to prevent the T-shaped screw from detaching from the T-shaped rod mounting surface. By setting the first pressure post and the second pressure post, which respectively cooperate with the first mating surface and the second mating surface, the front plate locking block and the front plate connector are pressed tightly against each other, ensuring the stability of the connection.

[0011] Furthermore, two limiting hooks are provided, with a through-rod gap between them. This through-rod gap facilitates the installation of the T-screw. The convex hole includes a mounting part and a limiting part. During installation, the screw is installed using the mounting part; without the mounting part, the T-screw cannot be installed. After installation, it is moved to the limiting part and then locked in place with a Torx nut.

[0012] Furthermore, a pressure-sealing strip is provided on the top of the guide rail. By providing a pressure-sealing strip on the top of the guide rail, the hard cover is pressed against the guide rail through the pressure-sealing strip, which not only improves the sealing performance but also avoids hard contact between the hard cover and the guide rail, thus extending the service life of both.

[0013] Furthermore, the hood body includes multiple rigid plates connected by a pivot system. The pivot system includes a first rotating plate, a second rotating plate, and a pivot hinge. The first and second rotating plates are connected by the pivot hinge. Both the first and second rotating plates are connected to top and side water-blocking strips. One of the top water-blocking strips is connected to an extended water-blocking strip, which overlaps the other top water-blocking strip. This improvement in the pivot structure enhances its waterproofing effect, achieving full waterproofing during pivot rotation. By setting four waterproof strips and one extended waterproof strip at the pivot's rotation position, the extended waterproof strip provides the first layer of waterproofing, the two top water-blocking strips provide the second layer, and the two side waterproof strips provide the third layer. The multiple waterproof strips work together to create a good waterproofing effect. The hood body includes multiple rigid plates connected by a pivot system. The pivot system includes a first rotating plate, a second rotating plate, and a pivot hinge. The first and second rotating plates are connected by the pivot hinge.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0015] 1. This utility model improves the car cover connection structure by adopting different connection structures for different parts of the car cover, so that the car cover can not only ensure a stable connection at the front end, but also facilitate the opening of the rear end, improving stability without affecting use.

[0016] 2. This utility model improves the rotating shaft system by using multiple structures to waterproof the vehicle cover, resulting in better waterproofing. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of this utility model. Figure 1 .

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of part A in the middle.

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A magnified view of part B in the middle section.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of this utility model. Figure 2 .

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of part C in the middle.

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the locking tongue gasket.

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention. Figure 1 .

[0024] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A partial magnification of part D in the middle. Figure 1 .

[0025] Figure 9 for Figure 7 A partial magnification of part D in the middle. Figure 2 .

[0026] Figure 10 for Figure 7 A partial magnification of part D in the middle. Figure 3 .

[0027] Figure 11 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle card block.

[0028] Figure 12 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the middle connector.

[0029] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotating shaft in this utility model.

[0030] In the diagram: 1-Relative fixed part; 2-Relative flipping part; 31-Top water-blocking strip; 32-Side water-blocking strip; 33-Extended water-blocking strip; 41-First rotating plate; 42-Second rotating plate; 5-Rotating hinge; 6-Lock system; 61-Lock; 62-Lock gasket; 621-Matching surface; 63-Pull rope; 64-Positioning block; 65-Lock groove; 66-Steel wire; 67-Limiting block; 7-Clamping block ; 71-First mating surface; 72-Positioning protrusion; 73-Second mating surface; 74-T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion; 75-T-shaped rod mounting surface; 8-Guide rail; 81-Guide rail groove; 82-Pressure surface; 83-Pressure sealing strip; 9-Connector; 91-First pressure post; 92-Positioning groove; 93-Second pressure post; 94-Convex hole; 941-Mounting part; 942-Limiting part; 95-Guide rail groove insertion head. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and reference numerals.

[0032] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0033] The terms “first,” “second,” “third,” etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0035] The specific embodiments of this utility model 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 the scope of this utility model.

[0036] Example 1:

[0037] like Figure 1 , 2 As shown in 4-12, a pickup truck cover connection structure includes a cover body, which is connected to the truck bed via a guide rail 8. The guide rail 8 is provided with a pressing surface 82 and a guide rail groove 81. The cover body includes a relatively fixed part 1 and a relatively flipping part 2. The relatively fixed part 1 is located near the front of the vehicle, and the relatively flipping part 2 is located near the rear of the vehicle.

[0038] The relatively fixed part 1 is connected to the guide rail 8 through a fixed connection assembly. The fixed connection assembly includes a locking block 7, a connecting piece 9, and a T-shaped screw. The locking block 7 is connected to the car cover body (the car cover body is provided with a locking groove for connecting the locking block). The locking block 7 is provided with a positioning protrusion 72 and a limiting hook. The connecting piece 9 is provided with a guide rail groove locking head 95, a positioning groove 92, and a convex hole 94. The guide rail groove locking head 95 is connected to the guide rail groove 81. The positioning protrusion 72 extends into the positioning groove 92. The T-shaped screw includes a threaded section and a T-shaped head. The T-shaped head is connected to the limiting hook. The threaded section passes through the convex hole 94 and is connected to a plum nut.

[0039] The relative flipping part 2 is connected to the pressing surface 82 through the locking tongue system 6. The locking tongue system 6 includes a locking tongue 61, and the locking tongue 61 is connected to a locking tongue washer 62. The locking tongue washer 62 includes a locking surface 621.

[0040] Because the opening method of the hard cover is different from that of the soft cover, the hard cover usually only needs to be opened in part, while the other part usually does not need to be opened. Therefore, different connection structures are used for different parts of the hard cover with different opening frequencies, which not only ensures the stability of the hard cover connection, but also makes the opening and closing of the hard cover more convenient.

[0041] Example 2:

[0042] Based on Embodiment 1, the relative flipping part 2 is provided with a locking tongue groove 65. The locking tongue system 6 also includes a locking tongue 61, a pull rope 63, a positioning block 64, and a steel wire 66. The steel wire 66 passes through the positioning block 64, the limiting block 67, and the pull rope 63. Both ends of the steel wire 66 are connected to the locking tongue 61. The locking tongue 61 is connected to the positioning block 64 by a spring. The positioning block 64 and the limiting block 67 are both connected to the locking tongue groove 65. The positioning block 64 is used to reset the locking tongue 61, and the limiting block 67 is used to limit the pull rope 63. The locking tongue system 6 is prior art and is directly adopted here.

[0043] The existing latch system 6 involves direct contact between the latch 61 and the guide rail 8. Since both are made of metal, an overly tight fit can deform the contact surface 82 of the guide rail 8, while an overly loose fit can lead to wobbling and collisions. This application adds a latch washer 62, which is bonded to the latch 61. The contact surface 621 of the latch washer 62 is beveled for contact with the contact surface 82 of the guide rail 8. This not only compensates for the gap between the two but also reduces wear on the guide rail 8 and the latch 61. Furthermore, the latch washer 62 is easy to replace, significantly reducing maintenance costs.

[0044] Example 3:

[0045] Based on Embodiment 2, the locking block 7 further includes a first mating surface 71 and a second mating surface 73; the limiting hook includes a T-shaped rod mounting surface 75 and a T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion 74; the front plate connector 9 further includes a first pressure post 91 and a second pressure post 93, the first pressure post 91 and the second pressure post 93 are respectively disposed on both sides of the positioning groove 92; the T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion 74 is connected to the T-shaped rod mounting surface 75; the first mating surface 71 and the second mating surface 73 respectively abut against the first pressure post 91 and the second pressure post 93; the T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion 74 is used to prevent the T-shaped screw from detaching from the T-shaped rod mounting surface 75. By setting the first pressure post 91 and the second pressure post 93, which respectively cooperate with the first mating surface 71 and the second mating surface 73, the front plate locking block 7 and the front plate connector 9 are pressed tightly against each other, ensuring the stability of the connection.

[0046] Example 4:

[0047] Based on Embodiment 3, two limiting hooks are provided, with a through-rod gap between the two limiting hooks. This through-rod gap facilitates the installation of the T-screw. The convex hole 94 includes a mounting part 941 and a limiting part 942. During installation, the screw is installed using the mounting part 941. Without the mounting part 941, the T-screw cannot be installed. After installation, it is moved to the limiting part 942 and then locked in place by connecting a Torx nut.

[0048] The T-shaped screw is connected to a wing nut, which acts on the plum blossom nut.

[0049] Example 5:

[0050] Based on embodiment 6, a pressure sealing strip 83 is provided on the top of the guide rail 8. By providing a pressure sealing strip 83 on the top of the guide rail 8, the hard cover is pressed against the guide rail 8 by the pressure sealing strip 83, which not only improves the sealing performance, but also avoids hard contact between the hard cover and the guide rail 8, thus extending the service life of both.

[0051] Example 6:

[0052] Based on Example 5, such as Figure 13 As shown, the hood body includes multiple rigid plates connected by a pivot system. The pivot system includes a first rotating plate 41, a second rotating plate 42, and a pivot hinge 5. The first rotating plate 41 and the second rotating plate 42 are connected by the pivot hinge 5. Both the first rotating plate 41 and the second rotating plate 42 are connected to a top water-blocking strip 31 and a side water-blocking strip 32. One of the top water-blocking strips 31 is connected to an extended water-blocking strip 33, which overlaps the other top water-blocking strip 31. By improving the pivot structure, it achieves better waterproofing, enabling full waterproofing during pivot rotation. By setting four waterproof strips and one extended waterproof strip at the pivot's rotation position, the extended waterproof strip provides the first layer of waterproofing, the two top water-blocking strips 31 provide the second layer, and the two side waterproof strips provide the third layer. The multiple waterproof strips work together to create a good waterproofing effect. The hood body includes multiple rigid plates (both the relatively fixed part 1 and the relatively flipping part 2 are rigid plates + rotating shafts). The multiple rigid plates are connected by a rotating shaft system. The rotating shaft system includes a first rotating plate 41, a second rotating plate 42 and a rotating shaft hinge 5. The first rotating plate 41 and the second rotating plate 42 are connected by the rotating shaft hinge 5.

[0053] This utility model is not limited to the above-mentioned optional embodiments. Anyone can derive other forms of products under the guidance of this utility model. However, regardless of any changes made in its shape or structure, any technical solution that falls within the scope of the claims of this utility model shall be protected by this utility model.

Claims

1. A pickup truck hood connection structure, characterized in that: Includes a car cover body, which is connected to the truck bed via a guide rail (8). The guide rail (8) is provided with a pressing surface (82) and a guide rail groove (81). The car cover body includes a relatively fixed part (1) and a relatively flipping part (2). The relatively fixed part (1) is located near the front of the vehicle, and the relatively flipping part (2) is located near the rear of the vehicle. The relative fixing part (1) is connected to the guide rail (8) through a fixed connection assembly. The fixed connection assembly includes a locking block (7), a connector (9), and a T-shaped screw. The locking block (7) is connected to the car cover body. The locking block (7) is provided with a positioning protrusion (72) and a limiting hook. The connector (9) is provided with a guide rail groove insertion head (95), a positioning groove (92), and a convex hole (94). The guide rail groove insertion head (95) is connected to the guide rail groove (81). The positioning protrusion (72) extends into the positioning groove (92). The T-shaped screw includes a threaded section and a T-shaped head. The T-shaped head is connected to the limiting hook. The threaded section passes through the convex hole (94) and is connected to a plum nut. The relative flipping part (2) is connected to the pressing surface (82) through the locking tongue system (6). The locking tongue system (6) includes a locking tongue (61), and the locking tongue (61) is connected to a locking tongue gasket (62). The locking tongue gasket (62) includes a locking surface (621).

2. The pickup truck hood connection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The relative flipping part (2) is provided with a locking tongue groove (65). The locking tongue system (6) also includes a locking tongue (61), a pull rope (63), a positioning block (64), and a steel wire (66). The steel wire (66) passes through the positioning block (64), the limiting block (67), and the pull rope (63). Both ends of the steel wire (66) are connected to the locking tongue (61). The locking tongue (61) is connected to the positioning block (64) by a spring. The positioning block (64) and the limiting block (67) are both connected to the locking tongue groove (65).

3. The pickup truck hood connection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking block (7) also includes a first mating surface (71) and a second mating surface (73). The limiting hook includes a T-shaped rod mounting surface (75) and a T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion (74). The front plate connector (9) also includes a first pressure post (91) and a second pressure post (93). The first pressure post (91) and the second pressure post (93) are respectively located on both sides of the positioning groove (92). The T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion (74) is connected to the T-shaped rod mounting surface (75). The first mating surface (71) and the second mating surface (73) abut against the first pressure post (91) and the second pressure post (93) respectively. The T-shaped rod anti-detachment protrusion (74) is used to prevent the T-shaped screw from detaching from the T-shaped rod mounting surface (75).

4. The pickup truck hood connection structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting hook is provided in two parts, and there is a rod-through gap between the two limiting hooks.

5. The pickup truck hood connection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the guide rail (8) is provided with a pressure sealing strip (83).

6. The pickup truck hood connection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hood body includes multiple rigid plates, which are connected by a pivot system. The pivot system includes a first rotating plate (41), a second rotating plate (42), and a pivot hinge (5). The first rotating plate (41) and the second rotating plate (42) are connected by the pivot hinge (5). The first rotating plate (41) and the second rotating plate (42) are both connected to a top water-blocking strip (31) and a side water-blocking strip (32). One of the top water-blocking strips (31) is connected to an extension water-blocking strip (33), which overlaps the other top water-blocking strip (31).

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