Front cover support tool

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of vehicle production, in particular to a front cover supporting tool. The embodiment of the application provides a front cover supporting tool which comprises a supporting part and a locking part, the lower side of the supporting part is connected with a vehicle body longitudinal beam, and the upper side of the supporting part is provided with a supporting groove; the locking part can be selectively matched with the supporting groove, the locking part comprises a first locking part and a second locking part, the first locking part and the second locking part are detachably connected, and the first locking part and the second locking part are matched to form a first groove for accommodating a front cover lock. The front cover can be firmly and stably supported.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle manufacturing technology, and in particular to a front cover support tooling. Background Technology

[0002] In the automotive painting process, operations such as painting and applying sealant to the inside of the hood are required. However, some car models do not yet have front bumper beams and front-end modules installed on their painted bodies, lacking components to support the hood and making it impossible to raise it for painting and sealant application. Therefore, a hood support fixture needs to be developed to meet the painting production needs of these car models. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a front cover support fixture, which has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and can firmly and stably support the front cover.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the main technical solutions adopted in this application include:

[0005] This application provides a front cover support fixture, including a support part and a locking part. The lower side of the support part is connected to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body, and the upper side of the support part has a support groove. The locking part can selectively cooperate with the support groove. The locking part includes a first locking part and a second locking part. The first locking part and the second locking part are detachably connected. The first locking part and the second locking part cooperate to form a first groove for accommodating the front cover latch.

[0006] The hood support fixture proposed in this application allows for the fixing of the support part to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body when the vehicle needs to be painted or glued in the painting workshop. The worker opens the hood, fits the hood latch into the first groove, and then fixes the first locking part and the second locking part together. At the same time, the support part is fixed to the front side of the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body, and the locking part is placed in the support groove. The locking part is supported in the support groove, thereby enabling the hood to be opened and kept in the open position. This allows for operations such as gripping, painting, and gluing the vehicle. The hood support fixture has a simple structure, is easy to operate, saves time, and can firmly and stably support the hood.

[0007] Optionally, along the thickness direction of the first locking portion, the first locking portion has a first side facing the second locking portion, and the first groove is provided on the first side.

[0008] Optionally, the first groove includes a first segment, a second segment, and a third segment, wherein the first segment and the third segment are connected to both ends of the second segment and extend in the same direction.

[0009] In the above embodiment, the first groove is constructed as a "U"-shaped structure that matches the shape of the front cover latch, which can improve the firmness of the fixation between the front cover and the locking part.

[0010] Optionally, the first locking part is provided with a first mounting hole, and the second locking part is provided with a second mounting hole; the front cover support fixture also includes a fastener, which passes through the second mounting hole and the first mounting hole to fix the second locking part to the first locking part.

[0011] In the above embodiment, after the front cover latch is engaged with the first groove, the second locking part is placed on the first locking part, and then the second locking part is fixed to the first locking part by fasteners, making installation and disassembly simple and convenient.

[0012] Optionally, the locking part further includes a support rod and a chain. One side of the support rod can be selectively fitted into the support groove, and the other side of the support rod is fixedly connected to one of the first locking part and the second locking part. One side of the chain is connected to the support rod, and the other side of the chain is connected to the other of the first locking part and the second locking part.

[0013] In the above embodiments, the first locking part or the second locking part of the chain is fixed to the support rod, so that the first locking part and the second locking part are always matched, thereby improving the stability of the fixation between the locking part and the front cover buckle, and reducing the time spent searching for accessories during installation.

[0014] Optionally, the other side of the support rod is provided with a gripping part that cooperates with the robotic arm.

[0015] In the above embodiment, the gripping part facilitates the gripping of the robotic arm, thereby opening the front cover.

[0016] Optionally, one of the first locking part and the second locking part is provided with a limiting post, and one of the first locking part and the second locking part is provided with a limiting hole, wherein the limiting post cooperates with the limiting hole.

[0017] In the above embodiments, the setting of the limiting post and the limiting hole enables the first locking part and the second locking part to be quickly matched and positioned, which facilitates the rapid installation of the first locking part and the second locking part and improves the installation efficiency.

[0018] Optionally, the support includes a support and a strut. The support is connected to the vehicle body longitudinal beam and extends in the left-right direction. Along the length direction of the strut, the strut has a first side and a second side that are arranged opposite to each other. The first side is located above the second side and in front of the second side. The first side is provided with the support groove.

[0019] In the above embodiment, the first side extends forward and upward relative to the support, and when the front cover is fixed to the locking part and overlaps on the support groove, the front cover can be fixed more stably.

[0020] Optionally, the strut includes a body and a support fork, with both ends of the body connected to the support and the support fork respectively, the support fork defining the support groove, and the side of the support fork away from the body extending toward the rear and the upper side.

[0021] In the above embodiment, the support fork is set at an angle to the main body. When the locking part is supported in the support groove, the slippage of the locking part can be reduced, thereby improving the stability and firmness of the front cover.

[0022] Optionally, the support also includes a reinforcing rod, one side of which is connected to the support and the other side of which is connected to the main body.

[0023] In the above embodiments, the reinforcing rod can increase the strength of the main body, thereby improving the stability and firmness of the front cover support. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the hood support fixture in one embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a front view of the support portion in one embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the locking part in one embodiment of this application.

[0028] [Explanation of Labels in the Attached Image]

[0029] 1. Support section; 10. Support groove; 11. Support; 12. Strut; 121. First side; 122. Second side; 123. Main body; 124. Support fork; 13. Reinforcing rod;

[0030] 2. Locking part; 21. First locking part; 211. First side; 212. First mounting hole; 22. Second locking part; 221. Second mounting hole; 23. Support rod; 24. Chain; 25. Grip part; 26. Limiting post; 27. Limiting hole;

[0031] 3. First groove; 31. First section; 32. Second section; 33. Third section;

[0032] X: Left and right; Y: Front and back; Z: Up and down. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0034] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used in the description of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, in the description, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. The terms "first," "second," etc., in the description, claims, or accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish different objects, not to describe a specific order or hierarchy.

[0035] In this application, the reference to "embodiment" means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a mutually exclusive, independent, or alternative embodiment. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described in this application can be combined with other embodiments.

[0036] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "attachment" 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 direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] In this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. Additionally, in this application, the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0038] In this application, "multiple" refers to two or more (including two), and similarly, "multiple groups" refers to two or more (including two), and "multiple pieces" refers to two or more (including two).

[0039] For vehicles with painted bodies that do not have anti-collision beams and front-end modules, there are no supporting components inside the hood. Furthermore, the painting production workshop is basically automated, with processes such as vehicle painting and opening the hood being performed by robots. To prevent accidents, a hood support fixture that is stable, secure, and firmly positioned is needed. This hood support fixture has a simple structure, is easy to install and disassemble, and can meet the production cycle requirements.

[0040] In this application, the left-right direction X refers to the left-right direction of the vehicle, the front-back direction Y refers to the front-back direction of the vehicle, and the up-down direction Z refers to the up-down direction of the vehicle.

[0041] This application provides a front cover support fixture, as shown in the following embodiments. Figures 1 to 3 The front cover support fixture includes a support part 1 and a locking part 2. The lower side of the support part 1 is connected to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body, and the upper side of the support part 1 has a support groove 10. The locking part 2 can be selectively matched with the support groove 10. The locking part includes a first locking part 21 and a second locking part 22. The first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 are detachably connected. The first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 cooperate to form a first groove 3 for accommodating the front cover latch.

[0042] Along the vertical direction Z of the vehicle, the upper end of the support part 1 is called the upper side, and the lower end is called the lower side.

[0043] The lower side of the support part 1 is connected to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body. For example, the lower side of the support part 1 is fixed to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body by nuts or the like for mounting bolts for installing the anti-collision beam. The first groove 3 can be provided in the first locking part 21, or it can be provided in the second locking part 22. Alternatively, both the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 can be provided with grooves, and the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 are fixed together to form the first groove 3. After the front cover latch is engaged in the first groove 3, the front cover latch and the locking part 2 can be fixed through the fixed connection between the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22, which meets the requirements for front cover support and fixation, meets the requirements for robot painting and gripping production, ensures that the front cover support and fixation is reliable, and reduces the probability of front cover damage and deformation.

[0044] The locking part 2 can be selectively fitted into the support groove 10. This means that when support for the front cover is needed, the locking part engages with the front cover latch and overlaps within the support groove 10; when support for the front cover is not needed, the locking part is removed from the support groove 10. It should be noted that the locking part fitting into the support groove 10 can be either the first locking part 21 or the second locking part 22, or it can be fitted into the support groove 10 via a connector that connects to the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22.

[0045] The hood support fixture proposed in this application allows for the fixing of the support part 1 to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body when the vehicle needs to be painted or glued in the painting workshop. The worker opens the hood, engages the hood latch in the first groove 3, and then fixes the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 together. At the same time, the support part 1 is fixed to the front side of the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body, and the locking part 2 is placed in the support groove 10. The locking part 2 is supported in the support groove 10, thereby enabling the hood to be opened and kept in the open position. This allows for operations such as gripping, painting, and gluing the vehicle. The hood support fixture has a simple structure, is easy to operate, saves time, and can firmly and stably support the hood.

[0046] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 Along the thickness direction of the first locking part 21, the first locking part 21 has a first side surface 211 facing the second locking part 22, and the first groove 3 is provided on the first side surface 211.

[0047] The first groove 3 is located on the first side 211 of the first locking part 21, and the second locking part 22 is located on the first groove 3 to fix it to the first locking part 21. In use, simply insert the front cover buckle into the first groove 3, and then fix the second locking part 22 to the first locking part 21.

[0048] Optionally, refer to Figure 3 The first groove 3 includes a first segment 31, a second segment 32, and a third segment 33. The first segment 31 and the third segment 33 are connected to the two ends of the second segment 32 and extend in the same direction. The first groove 3 is constructed as a "U"-shaped structure that matches the shape of the front cover latch, so that the front cover latch can be inserted into the first groove 3, thereby improving the firmness of the fixation between the front cover and the locking part 2.

[0049] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The first locking part 21 is provided with a first mounting hole 212, and the second locking part 22 is provided with a second mounting hole 221; the front cover support fixture also includes a fastener (not shown), which passes through the second mounting hole 221 and the first mounting hole 212 to fix the second locking part 22 to the first locking part 21.

[0050] After the front cover latch is engaged with the first groove 3, the second locking part 22 is placed on the first locking part 21, and then the second locking part 22 and the first locking part 21 are fixed by fasteners. Fasteners can be bolts, etc., and the installation and disassembly are simple and convenient.

[0051] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The locking part 2 also includes a support rod 23 and a chain 24. One side of the support rod 23 can be selectively fitted into the support groove 10, and the other side of the support rod 23 is fixedly connected to one of the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22. One side of the chain 24 is connected to the support rod 23, and the other side of the chain 24 is connected to the other of the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22.

[0052] The support rod 23 is fixedly connected to one of the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22. After the front end latch is engaged with the first groove 3, the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 are fixed. Then the support rod 23 is engaged in the support groove 10, so that the front cover can be lifted and supported.

[0053] The first locking part 21 or the second locking part 22 of the chain 24 is fixed to the support rod 23, so that the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 are always matched, thereby improving the stability of the fixation between the locking part 2 and the front cover latch, and reducing the time spent searching for accessories during installation.

[0054] For example, the other side of the support rod 23 of the first locking part 21 is fixedly connected, one side of the chain 24 is connected to the support rod 23, and the other side is connected to the second locking part 22.

[0055] In one specific embodiment, the support rod 23 includes a first part and a second part, which are arranged at an angle to each other, such as at a right angle, so that the support rod 23 is constructed with an "L" shape. The first part can optionally fit into the support groove 10, and the second part is fixedly connected to the first locking part 21. The support rod 23 also includes a reinforcing member, one end of which is connected to the first part, and the other end of which is connected to the second part.

[0056] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 On the other side of the support rod 23, there is a gripping part 25 that cooperates with the robotic arm. For example, the gripping part 25 is constructed in a ring shape so that the robotic arm can grip and open the front cover.

[0057] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 One of the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 is provided with a limiting post 26, and one of the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 is provided with a limiting hole 27. The limiting post 26 and the limiting hole 27 cooperate.

[0058] The limiting post 26 and the limiting hole 27 enable the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 to be quickly matched and positioned, which facilitates the rapid installation of the first locking part 21 and the second locking part 22 and improves installation efficiency.

[0059] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The support part 1 includes a support 11 and a strut 12. The support 11 is connected to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body and extends in the left-right direction X. Along the length direction of the strut 12, the strut 12 has a first side 121 and a second side 122 that are arranged opposite to each other. The first side 121 is located above the second side 122 and in front of the second side 122. The first side is provided with a support groove 10.

[0060] The support 11 extends in the left-right direction X and is fixedly connected to the vehicle body longitudinal beam by bolts or other means. The strut 12 is inclined relative to the support 11, and the first side 121 of the strut 12 is located above and in front of the support 11. That is, the first side 121 extends forward and upward relative to the support 11. When the front cover is fixed to the locking part 2 and overlaps on the support groove 10, the front cover can be fixed more stably. For example, the included angle between the support 11 and the strut 12 is 48°.

[0061] It should be understood that in this application, "upper side" refers to the relative position in the vertical direction Z, and "front side" refers to the relative position in the front-back direction Y.

[0062] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The strut 12 includes a body 123 and a support fork 124. The two ends of the body 123 are connected to the support 11 and the support fork 124 respectively. The support fork 124 defines a support groove 10. The side of the support fork 124 away from the body 123 extends toward the rear and the top.

[0063] The support fork 124 is angled to the body 123. When the locking part 2 is supported in the support groove 10, the slippage of the locking part 2 can be reduced, thereby improving the stability and firmness of the front cover. For example, the included angle between the support fork 124 and the body 123 is 128°.

[0064] It should be understood that in this application, "upper side" refers to the relative position in the vertical direction Z, and "back side" refers to the relative position in the front-back direction Y.

[0065] In one specific embodiment, the support fork 124 includes a first sub-part and a second sub-part. One side of the first sub-part and one side of the second sub-part are both angled to the other side of the main body 123. The other side of the second sub-part and the other side of the second sub-part are spaced apart to define a support groove 10. The support groove 10 is constructed as a V-shaped groove along the front-rear direction Y. The other side of the first sub-part and the other side of the second sub-part both extend toward the rear and upward, which can reduce the slippage of the locking part 2 and improve the stability and firmness of the front cover.

[0066] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The support portion 1 also includes a reinforcing rod 13, one side of which is connected to the support 11, and the other side of which is connected to the main body portion 123. The reinforcing rod 13 can increase the strength of the main body portion 123, thereby improving the stability and firmness of the front cover support. For example, reinforcing rods 13 are provided on both sides of the main body portion 123 to further improve the stability and firmness of the front cover support.

[0067] Align the mounting holes of the support 11 with the anti-collision beam mounting bolts on the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body, and tighten the bolts with nuts to secure them. Then, open the front cover, place the first groove 3 on the first locking part 21 onto the front cover latch, and then attach the second locking part 22 to the first side 211 and tighten it with bolts. Hold the gripping part 25 on the support rod 23 and place the support rod 23 into the support groove 10. The entire front cover support fixture is now positioned stably and securely. The entire front cover support fixture can be connected by welding to reduce the risk of weld failure during use, ensuring sufficient strength to meet the requirements of robot gripping, painting, and other operations. The robot gripping part 25 reduces the risk of the front cover falling during robot gripping. Furthermore, this front cover support fixture has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and is quick to use, improving production efficiency.

[0068] It should also be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0069] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments. In particular, the system embodiments are basically similar to the method embodiments, so the description is relatively simple; relevant parts can be referred to the descriptions in the method embodiments.

[0070] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of the claims of this application.

[0071] Although embodiments of this application have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of this application, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A front cover support fixture, characterized in that, include: Support (1), the lower side of the support (1) is connected to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body, and the upper side of the support (1) has a support groove (10); The locking part (2) can be selectively fitted into the support groove (10). The locking part (2) includes a first locking part (21) and a second locking part (22). The first locking part (21) and the second locking part (22) are detachably connected. The first locking part (21) and the second locking part (22) cooperate to form a first groove (3) for accommodating the front cover latch.

2. The front cover support fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, Along the thickness direction of the first locking part (21), the first locking part (21) has a first side surface (211) facing the second locking part (22), and the first groove (3) is provided on the first side surface (211).

3. The front cover support fixture according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first groove (3) includes a first segment (31), a second segment (32) and a third segment (33), wherein the first segment (31) and the third segment (33) are connected to the two ends of the second segment (32) and extend in the same direction.

4. The front cover support fixture according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first locking part (21) is provided with a first mounting hole (212), and the second locking part (22) is provided with a second mounting hole (221); The front cover support fixture also includes a fastener that passes through the second mounting hole (221) and the first mounting hole (212) to fix the second locking part (22) to the first locking part (21).

5. The front cover support fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking part (2) further includes a support rod (23) and a chain (24). One side of the support rod (23) can be selectively fitted into the support groove (10), and the other side of the support rod (23) is fixedly connected to one of the first locking part (21) and the second locking part (22). One side of the chain (24) is connected to the support rod (23), and the other side of the chain (24) is connected to the other of the first locking part (21) and the second locking part (22).

6. The front cover support fixture according to claim 5, characterized in that, The other side of the support rod (23) is provided with a gripping part (25) that cooperates with the robotic arm.

7. The front cover support fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, One of the first locking part (21) and the second locking part (22) is provided with a limiting post (26), and one of the first locking part (21) and the second locking part (22) is provided with a limiting hole (27), and the limiting post (26) cooperates with the limiting hole (27).

8. The front cover support fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support (1) includes a support (11) and a strut (12). The support (11) is connected to the longitudinal beam of the vehicle body and extends in the left-right direction (X). Along the length direction of the strut (12), the strut (12) has a first side (121) and a second side (122) arranged opposite to each other. The first side (121) is located above the second side (122) and in front of the second side (122). The first side is provided with the support groove (10).

9. The front cover support fixture according to claim 8, characterized in that, The strut (12) includes a body (123) and a support fork (124). The two ends of the body (123) are connected to the support (11) and the support fork (124) respectively. The support fork (124) defines the support groove (10). The side of the support fork (124) away from the body (123) extends toward the rear and the top.

10. The front cover support fixture according to claim 9, characterized in that, The support part (1) also includes a reinforcing rod (13), one side of which is connected to the support (11) and the other side of which is connected to the main body part (123).

Images