Washing jug mounting assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of washing kettle installation assembly and vehicle, it is related to vehicle manufacturing technical field, washing kettle installation assembly includes: A column inner plate, wheel cover boundary beam and reinforcing plate, the wheel cover boundary beam is connected with the A column inner plate, the reinforcing plate is connected with the wheel cover boundary beam and the A column inner plate respectively;Washing kettle, the washing kettle is connected in the A column inner plate, the wheel cover boundary beam and the reinforcing plate respectively.According to the washing kettle installation assembly of the utility model, can only detach wheel and splash pad to realize the disassembly and replacement of washing kettle, it is convenient and fast, improve assembly efficiency, also solve the problem that washing kettle matching stamping support leads to high cost and disassembly difficulty, and also improve the installation stability and reliability of washing kettle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle manufacturing technology, and in particular to a washer nozzle mounting assembly and a vehicle having the washer nozzle mounting assembly. Background Technology

[0002] The washer reservoir is the core liquid storage device of the vehicle cleaning system. It is mainly used to store and supply windshield washer fluid (glass cleaner). The liquid is delivered to the windshield nozzles through a water pump and piping system to achieve cleaning.

[0003] Currently, washer nozzles are mostly located below the headlights, or inside the fenders when space is limited. When the washer nozzle is located below the headlights, a stamped frame is generally required to provide a screw-on mounting point, which is costly. Due to space constraints, the washer nozzle is often located inside the front bumper, requiring the front bumper to be removed when replacing it, which is cumbersome and time-consuming. When the washer nozzle is located inside the fenders, a matching method of stamped brackets and washer nozzle plug-in and screw-on connection is required for easy disassembly and assembly, which increases costs and leaves room for improvement. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this utility model proposes a washing kettle mounting assembly, which allows for the disassembly and replacement of the washing kettle by simply removing the wheels and splash pads. This is convenient and quick, improves assembly efficiency, solves the problems of high cost and difficult disassembly caused by matching the washing kettle with the stamped bracket, and also improves the installation stability and reliability of the washing kettle.

[0005] The washing pot assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes: an A-pillar inner plate, a wheel arch side beam, and a reinforcing plate, wherein the wheel arch side beam is connected to the A-pillar inner plate, and the reinforcing plate is connected to both the wheel arch side beam and the A-pillar inner plate; and a washing pot, wherein the washing pot is connected to the A-pillar inner plate, the wheel arch side beam, and the reinforcing plate.

[0006] According to the washing bottle mounting assembly of this utility model embodiment, by connecting the washing bottle to the inner panel of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam, and the reinforcing plate respectively, the washing bottle can be arranged in the area near the inner panel of the A-pillar. Without disassembling the front bumper and fenders, the washing bottle can be disassembled and replaced by only removing the wheels and splash pads. This is convenient and quick, improves assembly efficiency, reduces production and maintenance costs, facilitates washing bottle installation and disassembly, solves the problems of high idle cost and difficult disassembly of the washing bottle matching stamped bracket, and also improves the installation stability and reliability of the washing bottle.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, the washing pot assembly has a first connecting part, a second connecting part and a third connecting part. The first connecting part is detachably connected to the inner plate of the A-pillar, the second connecting part is detachably connected to the wheel arch side beam, and the third connecting part is detachably connected to the reinforcing plate.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the washing pot assembly, the first connecting part, the second connecting part and the third connecting part are all constructed as connecting brackets, and the connecting brackets are provided to protrude outward at the edge of the washing pot.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the washing pot mounting assembly, the connecting bracket is used to be detachably connected to the inner plate of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam, or the reinforcing plate via a connecting assembly.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, the washing kettle assembly has a connecting bracket with a connecting hole, the connecting component includes a connecting bolt and a connecting nut, the connecting nut is fixedly installed on the inner plate of the A-pillar, the wheel cover side beam and the reinforcing plate, and the connecting bolt passes through the connecting hole and is threadedly connected to the connecting nut.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the washing pot assembly, a bushing is provided in the connecting hole, and the connecting bolt passes through the bushing; and / or, the connecting hole of at least one of the first connecting part, the second connecting part and the third connecting part is constructed as an elongated hole, and the position of the connecting bolt is adjustable; and / or, a washer is provided between the bolt head of the connecting bolt and the connecting bracket.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the washing pot mounting assembly has at least one first reinforcing rib connected to the edge of the washing pot; and / or, the connecting bracket has a plurality of second reinforcing ribs distributed around the connecting hole.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the washing pot assembly, the reinforcing plate is located below the wheel arch side beam and is longitudinally distributed with the inner plate of the A-pillar; the first connecting part, the second connecting part and the third connecting part are triangularly distributed; and / or, the first connecting part and the third connecting part are respectively located at the longitudinal ends of the washing pot, and the second connecting part is located on the upper side of the washing pot.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the washing pot mounting assembly further includes a connecting plate, which is respectively connected to the inner A-pillar panel, the wheel arch side beam, and the reinforcing plate. The washing pot is connected to a filling pipe, and the connecting plate is provided with a clearance hole for avoiding the filling pipe, the filling pipe passing through the clearance hole; and / or, it further includes a fender, which is located outside the inner A-pillar panel, the wheel arch side beam, and the reinforcing plate and together defines an installation space, the washing pot being located within the installation space.

[0015] This utility model also proposes a vehicle.

[0016] The vehicle according to the present invention includes the washer cartridge assembly described in any of the above embodiments.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the washing kettle assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the washing kettle assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the washing kettle assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 3 ; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the washing kettle assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 4 ; Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the A-pillar inner plate, wheel arch side beam, reinforcing plate, and washing pot according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a washing kettle according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a washing kettle according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first connecting part according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ; Figure 9This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first connecting part according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ; Figure 10 This is a structural schematic diagram of the connection assembly, the connection bracket, and the inner plate of the A-pillar according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional view of the wheel cover side beam according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 12 This is a cross-sectional view of the inner panel of the A-pillar according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0019] Figure label: Washing jug assembly 100, A-pillar inner panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2, reinforcing plate 3. Washing pot 4, first connecting part 41, second connecting part 42, third connecting part 43, connecting hole 44, upper pot body 45, lower pot body 46, filling tube 47. Connecting assembly 5, connecting bolt 51, bolt head 511, bolt shank 512, connecting nut 52, bushing 53, washer 54. First reinforcing rib 61, second reinforcing rib 62 Connecting plate 7, clearance hole 71, fender 8, installation space 9. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more. In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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.

[0022] Unless otherwise specified, the front-back direction in this application refers to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, i.e., the X direction; the left-right direction refers to the lateral direction of the vehicle, i.e., the Y direction; and the up-down direction refers to the vertical direction of the vehicle, i.e., the Z direction.

[0023] The following is for reference. Figures 1-12 The washing jug mounting assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present utility model describes a washing jug 4 that can be disassembled and replaced by removing only the wheels and splash pads, which is convenient and quick, improves assembly efficiency, solves the problems of high cost and difficult disassembly caused by matching the washing jug 4 with the stamped bracket, and also improves the installation stability and reliability of the washing jug 4.

[0024] like Figures 1-12 As shown, a washing pot assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: an inner plate of the A-pillar 1, a wheel cover side beam 2, a reinforcing plate 3, and a washing pot 4.

[0025] Firstly, currently, washer nozzles are mostly located below the headlights, or inside the fenders when space is limited. When the washer nozzle is located below the headlights, a stamped frame is generally required to provide a screw-on mounting point, which is costly. Due to space constraints, the washer nozzle is often located inside the front bumper, requiring the front bumper to be removed for replacement, which is cumbersome and time-consuming. When the washer nozzle is located inside the fender, a matching method of plug-in and screw-on connection between the stamped bracket and the washer nozzle is required for easy disassembly and assembly, which increases costs. Therefore, in the existing technology, the installation method of the washer nozzle has the problems of difficulty in replacement, the need for matching stamped brackets for installation, resulting in high costs and inconvenience in installation and disassembly.

[0026] The washer fluid reservoir assembly 100 of this application includes an A-pillar inner panel 1, a wheel arch side beam 2, and a reinforcing plate 3. The A-pillar inner panel 1 is a key safety component in the vehicle body structure, providing effective support for the vehicle. The A-pillar inner panel of a vehicle is usually divided into three sections: upper, middle, and lower. Here, we are referring to the lower section of the A-pillar inner panel 1. The wheel arch side beam 2 is a key structural component of the vehicle chassis, providing rigid support for the wheel arch and suspension system, and providing collision protection for the vehicle. The reinforcing plate 3 is used to strengthen the A-pillar inner panel 1 and the wheel arch side beam 2, improving their structural strength and forming an effective force transmission path to effectively disperse the impact force during a collision and enhance the vehicle's crashworthiness.

[0027] The wheel arch side beam 2 is connected to the A-pillar inner panel 1, forming a continuous structure. This connection facilitates mutual support and reinforcement between the wheel arch side beam 2 and the A-pillar inner panel 1, preventing excessive deformation, improving the vehicle's lateral rigidity and torsional resistance, and enhancing its lateral impact resistance. (See attached reference.) Figures 1-3 As shown, the A-pillar inner panel 1 extends vertically, i.e., along the up-down direction of the vehicle, while the wheel arch side beam 2 extends longitudinally, i.e., along the front-rear direction of the vehicle. The wheel arch side beam 2 is located at the front of the A-pillar inner panel 1, and its rear end is connected to the upper side of the A-pillar inner panel 1. This connection can be achieved by welding or riveting, thus connecting the wheel arch side beam 2 and the A-pillar inner panel 1 into an integral "L" structure. This enhances the bending strength and forms a force transmission path. In the event of a frontal collision, the impact force can be transmitted from the wheel arch side beam 2 to the rear of the A-pillar inner panel 1, and then dispersed to other structural components, reducing the risk of deformation of the passenger compartment.

[0028] The reinforcing plate 3 is connected to the wheel arch side beam 2 and the A-pillar inner plate 1 respectively. That is, one end of the reinforcing plate 3 is connected to the wheel arch side beam 2, and the other end of the reinforcing plate 3 is connected to the A-pillar inner plate 1. Thus, the reinforcing plate 3, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the A-pillar inner plate 1 are connected into a whole structure. The reinforcing plate 3 further enhances the strength and rigidity of the wheel arch side beam 2 and the A-pillar inner plate 1, prevents the wheel arch side beam 2 and the A-pillar inner plate 1 from undergoing excessive deformation, further improves the lateral rigidity and torsional performance of the vehicle, and further improves the vehicle's lateral impact resistance. At the same time, the reinforcing plate 3, which is connected between the wheel arch side beam 2 and the A-pillar inner plate 1, also adds a new force transmission path. In the event of a frontal collision, the impact force can also be transmitted from the wheel arch side beam 2 to the A-pillar inner plate 1 through the reinforcing plate 3, effectively dispersing the impact force and improving the vehicle's safety.

[0029] Furthermore, the washing pot 4 is connected to the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3 respectively.

[0030] Specifically, the washer fluid reservoir 4 stores windshield washer fluid (glass cleaner), which is then pumped to the windshield nozzles via a water pump and piping system to clean the windshield. One end of the washer fluid reservoir 4 can be connected to the A-pillar inner panel 1, the other end to the wheel arch side beam 2, and the remaining end to the reinforcing plate 3. This allows the washer fluid reservoir 4 to be simultaneously connected to the A-pillar inner panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3. Consequently, the washer fluid reservoir 4 can be positioned near the A-pillar inner panel 1, eliminating the need to disassemble the front bumper and fenders 8. Only the wheels and splash guards need to be removed for disassembly and replacement, making it convenient, quick, and improving assembly efficiency. Furthermore, it is understandable that connecting the washing jug 4 to three structural components (A-pillar inner panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2, and reinforcing plate 3) simultaneously improves the installation stability and reliability of the washing jug 4 compared to connecting it to one or two structural components. Specifically, the A-pillar inner panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2, and reinforcing plate 3 can simultaneously and effectively support the washing jug 4. This allows the weight of the washing jug 4 to be relatively evenly distributed across these components, preventing excessive local stress caused by concentrated loads on a single structural component. This extends the service life of the A-pillar inner panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2, and reinforcing plate 3, reduces their burden, and makes the installation of the washing jug 4 more stable. Even if one structural component, such as the A-pillar inner panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2, or reinforcing plate 3, is damaged, the other structural components can still effectively support the washing jug 4, ensuring its installation stability and preventing it from falling off.

[0031] It should be noted that the A-pillar inner panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2, and reinforcing plate 3 can be designed as profile components. These profiles are integrally extruded from aluminum alloy with a specific cross-section (including shape and reinforcing structure), eliminating the need for numerous multi-stage specialized molds. This significantly reduces production cycle and cost, and offers advantages such as strong corrosion resistance and low cost. Figure 11 The cross-sections of the wheel arch side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3 are shown below. Figure 12 The cross-section of the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar is shown. Thus, the washing pot 4 is fixedly assembled to the profile component, which reduces production and maintenance costs, facilitates the installation and disassembly of the washing pot 4, and solves the problems of high cost and difficult disassembly caused by matching the washing pot 4 with the stamped bracket.

[0032] According to the washing pot assembly 100 of this utility model embodiment, by connecting the washing pot 4 to the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3 respectively, the washing pot 4 can be arranged in the area near the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar. Without disassembling the front bumper and fender 8, the washing pot 4 can be disassembled and replaced by only removing the wheels and splash pads. This is convenient and quick, improves assembly efficiency, reduces production and maintenance costs, facilitates the installation and disassembly of the washing pot 4, solves the problem of high cost and difficult disassembly caused by matching the washing pot 4 with the stamped bracket, and also improves the installation stability and reliability of the washing pot 4.

[0033] In some embodiments, the washing pot 4 is provided with a first connecting part 41, a second connecting part 42 and a third connecting part 43. The first connecting part 41 is detachably connected to the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the second connecting part 42 is detachably connected to the wheel cover side beam 2, and the third connecting part 43 is detachably connected to the reinforcing plate 3.

[0034] Specifically, the first connecting part 41 is detachably connected to the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar, that is, the first connecting part 41 and the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar can be connected by other detachable connection methods such as snap-fit, plug-in, hook-in, screw-in, etc., so as to facilitate the connection of the washing pot 4 to the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar and the disassembly and separation of the washing pot 4 from the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar, which is flexible and convenient; the second connecting part 42 is detachably connected to the wheel arch side beam 2, that is, the second connecting part 42 and the wheel arch side beam 2 can be connected by other detachable connection methods such as snap-fit, plug-in, hook-in, screw-in, etc., so as to facilitate the connection of the washing pot 4 to the wheel arch side beam 2 and the disassembly and separation of the washing pot 4 from the wheel arch side beam 2, which is flexible and convenient; the third connecting part 43 is detachably connected to the reinforcing plate 3, that is, the third connecting part 43 and the reinforcing plate 3 can be connected by other detachable connection methods such as snap-fit, plug-in, hook-in, screw-in, etc., so as to facilitate the connection of the washing pot 4 to the reinforcing plate 3 and the disassembly and separation of the washing pot 4 from the reinforcing plate 3, which is flexible and convenient.

[0035] Among them, the snap-fit ​​connection can be set as a slot and hook, a protrusion and slot, a buckle and slot, etc.; the screw connection can be set as a bolt connection, screw connection, etc.; the hanging connection can be set as a hook and hanging hole, etc.; the plug connection can be set as a plug post and plug hole, etc., which can be flexibly selected and are not limited to those described in this embodiment.

[0036] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the first connecting part 41, the second connecting part 42 and the third connecting part 43 are all constructed as connecting brackets, and the connecting brackets are provided to protrude outward at the edge of the washing pot 4.

[0037] In other words, the connecting bracket is provided at the edge of the wash bottle 4 protruding towards the A-pillar inner panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3, so that in the inward and outward directions of the vehicle, the first connecting part 41 can coincide with at least a portion of the projection of the A-pillar inner panel 1, the second connecting part 42 can coincide with at least a portion of the projection of the wheel arch side beam 2, and the third connecting part 43 can coincide with at least a portion of the projection of the reinforcing plate 3, thereby increasing the connection area and facilitating a stable connection between the wash bottle 4 and the A-pillar inner panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3.

[0038] The connecting bracket allows the weight of the washing pot 4 to be evenly distributed to the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the side beam 2 of the wheel cover, or the reinforcing plate 3, avoiding local stress concentration and preventing the connection from breaking or deforming. In addition, the connecting bracket has a larger connection area, stronger connection strength and stability, which makes the washing pot 4 more stable and prevents shaking and abnormal noise.

[0039] In some embodiments, the connecting bracket is used to be detachably connected to the inner A-pillar panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3 via the connecting assembly 5.

[0040] Specifically, the connecting component 5 can be configured as bolts and nuts, clips and slots, etc., so that the connecting bracket can be detachably connected to the inner A-pillar panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2 and reinforcing plate 3 through the connecting component 5. Thus, the connecting bracket can be fixedly connected to the inner A-pillar panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2 and reinforcing plate 3 through the connecting component 5, which can provide stronger connection force, improve the connection strength and connection stability between the connecting bracket and the inner A-pillar panel 1, wheel arch side beam 2 and reinforcing plate 3, and prevent the connection part from breaking or loosening.

[0041] In some embodiments, the connecting bracket is provided with a connecting hole 44, and the connecting assembly 5 includes a connecting bolt 51 and a connecting nut 52. The connecting nut 52 is fixedly installed on the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3. The connecting bolt 51 passes through the connecting hole 44 and is threadedly connected to the connecting nut 52.

[0042] Specifically, such as Figure 6As shown, the connecting bracket is provided with a connecting hole 44, which is provided through the thickness direction of the connecting bracket. The connecting component 5 includes a connecting bolt 51 and a connecting nut 52. Through holes can be opened on the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the side beam 2 of the wheel arch, and the reinforcing plate 3 to fix the connecting nut 52 in the through holes, thereby achieving the effect of fixing the connecting nut 52 in the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the side beam 2 of the wheel arch, and the reinforcing plate 3. The connecting bolt 51 has an external thread on its outer circumference, and the connecting nut 52 has a mating hole that matches the connecting bolt 51. The inner circumferential wall of the mating hole has an internal thread that matches the external thread of the connecting bolt 51. The connecting hole 44 matches the connecting bolt 51 and corresponds to the position of the mating hole. Thus, the connecting bolt 51 can be sequentially inserted into the connecting hole 44 and the connecting nut 52. The connecting bolt 51 and the connecting nut 52 are threadedly connected by the mutual engagement of the external and internal threads. This achieves a fixed connection between the connecting bracket and the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel cover side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3. It is easy to disassemble, has a strong connection force and high stability, ensuring the installation stability and reliability of the washing pot 4.

[0043] Therefore, by setting up a connecting assembly 5 including connecting bolts 51 and connecting nuts 52, the connecting bracket can be detachably connected to the inner plate of the A-pillar 1, the wheel cover side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3. The connecting assembly 5 is simple, practical and low in cost, and can provide strong connection force to ensure the installation stability and reliability of the washing pot 4.

[0044] In actual design, the connecting nut 52 can be set as a rivet nut. The rivet nut forms an internal thread by riveting in the pre-drilled through holes in the A-pillar inner plate 1, wheel arch side beam 2 and reinforcing plate 3. No pre-tapping is required, which simplifies the installation process. It is suitable for A-pillar inner plate 1, wheel arch side beam 2 and reinforcing plate 3 which are set as profile parts, and can be installed on one side. It is simple to operate and has a high load-bearing capacity.

[0045] In some embodiments, a bushing 53 is provided in the connecting hole 44, and a connecting bolt 51 passes through the bushing 53.

[0046] Specifically, such as Figure 10 As shown, a bushing 53 is provided inside the connecting hole 44, that is, the outer diameter of the bushing 53 is adapted to the inner diameter of the connecting hole 44, so that the bushing 53 can be installed inside the connecting hole 44. The bushing 53 has a bushing through hole that matches the size of the connecting bolt 51, so that the connecting bolt 51 can be passed through the bushing 53 and the connecting nut 52 in sequence to realize the threaded connection between the connecting bracket and the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel cover side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3.

[0047] It should be noted that the washing pot 4 and the connecting bracket can be made of plastic PP material, which is low in cost. In order to prevent the connecting bolt 51 from causing wear to the connecting bracket and to prevent loosening, a bushing 53 is set in the connecting hole 44. In this way, the connecting bolt 51 passes through the bushing 53 and does not pass directly through the connecting hole 44. This can prevent the connecting bolt 51 from causing wear to the connecting bracket during the tightening process and prevent the connecting bolt 51 from becoming loose. This effectively protects the structure of the connecting bracket, extends the service life of the connecting bracket, and further improves the connection stability and reliability between the connecting bracket and the A-pillar inner plate 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3.

[0048] In practical design, the bushing 53 is preferably made of metal to enhance the connection and prevent excessive deformation of the bushing 53. Of course, it can also be made of other materials.

[0049] In other embodiments, the connecting hole 44 of at least one of the first connecting portion 41, the second connecting portion 42 and the third connecting portion 43 is configured as an elongated hole, and the position of the connecting bolt 51 is adjustable.

[0050] In other words, the connecting hole 44 of the first connecting part 41 can be constructed as an elongated oval hole, or the connecting hole 44 of the second connecting part 42 can be constructed as an elongated oval hole, or the connecting hole 44 of the third connecting part 43 can be constructed as an elongated oval hole, or the connecting hole 44 of the first connecting part 41 and the second connecting part 42 can be constructed as an elongated oval hole, or the connecting hole 44 of the first connecting part 41 and the third connecting part 43 can be constructed as an elongated oval hole, or the connecting hole 44 of the second connecting part 42 and the third connecting part 43 can be constructed as an elongated oval hole.

[0051] Among them, the connecting hole 44 is constructed as an elongated hole, which allows the connecting bolt 51 to move within a certain range along the length of the hole. This can absorb tolerances, i.e., compensate for assembly deviations, reduce positioning accuracy requirements, and enable preload adjustment.

[0052] By combining the circular connecting hole 44 with the oblong hole, the rotation of the connecting bolt 51 can be effectively restricted, preventing the connection from becoming loose. At the same time, tolerances are absorbed, thereby achieving full constraint and ensuring the connection stability and reliability of the three connecting parts, thus ensuring a more stable installation of the washing pot 4.

[0053] For example, in actual design, taking M6 as an example, the connecting bolt 51 is selected. The connecting hole 44 of the first connecting part 41 is a 7*12mm elongated oval hole, the connecting hole 44 of the third connecting part 43 is a φ12mm round hole, and the connecting hole 44 of the third connecting part 43 is a φ6.5mm round hole. The combination of the 7*12mm elongated oval hole and the φ6.5mm round hole can achieve full constraint. The φ12mm round hole strengthens the connecting bracket. At the same time, the larger size absorbs the tolerance.

[0054] In some other embodiments, a washer 54 is provided between the bolt head 511 of the connecting bolt 51 and the connecting bracket.

[0055] Specifically, to prevent the tightening force of the connecting bolt 51 from exceeding the yield strength of the connecting bracket during tightening, which could cause permanent compression deformation of the connecting bracket and lead to loosening of the connecting bolt 51, a washer 54 is placed between the bolt head 511 of the connecting bolt 51 and the connecting bracket. Figure 10 As shown, the washer 54 is fitted around the outer periphery of the bolt shank 512 of the connecting bolt 51. One end of the washer 54 presses against the bolt head 511 of the connecting bolt 51, and the other end of the washer 54 presses against the surface of the connecting bracket. Thus, the washer 54 separates the bolt head 511 from the connecting bracket, which can effectively distribute the tightening stress and prevent the connecting bolt 51 from loosening due to excessive tightening force during the tightening process, which would cause permanent deformation of the connecting bracket.

[0056] Therefore, by setting a washer 54 between the bolt head 511 of the connecting bolt 51 and the connecting bracket, the tightening stress is effectively dispersed, further improving the connection stability and reliability between the connecting bracket and the inner plate of the A-pillar 1, the wheel arch side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3, and preventing the connection from loosening.

[0057] It should be noted that, in order to effectively distribute stress, the radial dimension of the washer 54 can be set to be larger than the radial dimension of the bolt head 511.

[0058] In some embodiments, the connecting bracket is provided with at least one first reinforcing rib 61, which is connected to the edge of the washing pot 4.

[0059] In other words, the connecting bracket can be provided with one, two, three or more first reinforcing ribs 61. The first reinforcing ribs 61 are used to strengthen the connecting bracket and the washing pot 4, enhance the structural strength of the connecting bracket, so that the connecting bolts 51 are more firmly connected. The first reinforcing ribs 61 are connected to the edge of the washing pot 4, so that the first reinforcing ribs 61 extend along the outer side of the washing pot 4 to enhance the strength of the connecting bracket.

[0060] By setting multiple first reinforcing ribs 61, the connecting bracket can be strengthened at multiple locations, resulting in higher structural strength, greater structural stability and reliability, and less susceptibility to breakage and excessive deformation.

[0061] Specifically, such as Figure 6 As shown, the washing pot 4 includes an upper pot body 45 and a lower pot body 46, with a connecting bracket located on the side of the lower pot body 46 opposite to the upper pot body 45, as shown. Figure 8As shown, a first reinforcing rib 61 is provided on the connecting bracket. The first reinforcing rib 61 can extend along the length direction of the connecting bracket and is connected to the edge of the lower pot body 46. Thus, the first reinforcing rib 61 can increase the connection area between the connecting bracket and the lower pot body 46 in the connection direction of the connecting bolt 51, thereby enhancing the connection strength between the connecting bracket and the lower pot body 46, improving the connection stability and reliability of the connecting bolt 51, and making the washing pot 4 more stable to install.

[0062] In other embodiments, the connecting bracket is provided with a plurality of second reinforcing ribs 62, which are distributed around the connecting hole 44.

[0063] In other words, the connecting bracket is provided with two, three, four or more second reinforcing ribs 62. Multiple second reinforcing ribs 62 are distributed around the connecting hole 44. That is, the second reinforcing ribs 62 are used to reinforce the area around the connecting hole 44, increase the support area, so that the connecting bracket can effectively support the connecting bolt 51 and the washer 54, and can better withstand the pressure of the connecting bolt 51 and the washer 54, making the connecting bracket less prone to deformation and the connecting bolt 51 less likely to loosen.

[0064] Specifically, such as Figure 9 As shown, the connecting bracket is provided with multiple second reinforcing ribs 62 on one side near the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3. The second reinforcing ribs 62 include strip reinforcing ribs and annular reinforcing ribs. The annular reinforcing ribs are arranged around the connecting hole 44, and the strip reinforcing ribs are arranged radially around the connecting hole 44. Thus, the strip reinforcing ribs and the annular reinforcing ribs together effectively reinforce the area around the connecting hole 44 in all directions and increase the support area, effectively improving the strength of the connecting bracket and enabling the connecting bracket to withstand the pressure of more connecting bolts 51 and washers 54.

[0065] In some embodiments, the reinforcing plate 3 is located below the wheel arch side beam 2 and is longitudinally distributed with the inner plate 1 of the A-pillar, and the first connecting part 41, the second connecting part 42 and the third connecting part 43 are arranged in a triangle.

[0066] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the reinforcing plate 3 is located below the wheel arch side beam 2, and extends vertically at an angle. The A-pillar inner plate 1 is located behind the reinforcing plate 3, meaning that the reinforcing plate 3 and the A-pillar inner plate 1 are distributed longitudinally, i.e., along the front-rear direction of the vehicle. The upper end of the reinforcing plate 3 is connected to the lower side of the wheel arch side beam 2, and the lower end of the reinforcing plate 3 is connected to the front side of the A-pillar inner plate 1. Thus, the reinforcing plate 3, the A-pillar inner plate 1, and the wheel arch side beam 2 form a triangular ring connection structure, making the connection between the three components more stable and rigid, which is conducive to the stable transmission and dispersion of impact force.

[0067] Among them, such as Figure 2 As shown, the first connecting part 41, the second connecting part 42 and the third connecting part 43 are arranged in a triangle. The triangle has stability, which can effectively improve the installation stability of the washing pot 4 and prevent the washing pot 4 from tilting or shaking.

[0068] In other embodiments, the first connecting portion 41 and the third connecting portion 43 are located at the two longitudinal ends of the washing pot 4, and the second connecting portion 42 is located on the upper side of the washing pot 4.

[0069] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, the first connecting part 41 is located at the rear end of the washer fluid reservoir 4, and the third connecting part 43 is located at the front end of the washer fluid reservoir 4. Thus, the first connecting part 41 and the third connecting part 43 are located at the two ends of the longitudinal direction of the washer fluid reservoir 4, i.e., the front-rear direction of the vehicle. The third connecting part 43 is slightly higher than the first connecting part 41, and the second connecting part 42 is located on the upper side of the washer fluid reservoir 4. Therefore, the geometric center of the triangle formed by the three connecting points of the first connecting part 41, the second connecting part 42 and the third connecting part 43 coincides with the center of gravity of the washer fluid reservoir 4 when it is full of windshield washer fluid, which can further improve the installation stability of the washer fluid reservoir 4.

[0070] In some embodiments, the washing pot assembly 100 further includes a connecting plate 7, which is connected to the inner plate of the A-pillar 1, the wheel arch side beam 2 and the reinforcing plate 3 respectively. The washing pot 4 is connected to a filling pipe 47, and the connecting plate 7 is provided with a clearance hole 71 for avoiding the filling pipe 47. The filling pipe 47 passes through the clearance hole 71.

[0071] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the washing pot assembly 100 also includes a connecting plate 7. The connecting plate 7 is an L-shaped plate. The upper end of the connecting plate 7 is connected to the wheel arch side beam 2, the rear end of the connecting plate 7 is connected to the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar, and the outer side of the connecting plate 7 is connected to the reinforcing plate 3. Thus, the connecting plate 7 is connected to the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3 respectively, thereby ensuring the stable installation of the connecting plate 7.

[0072] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the washing vessel 4 is connected to a filling pipe 47. The filling pipe 47 connects the external liquid inlet to the inside of the washing vessel 4, ensuring that the washing liquid can flow into the washing vessel 4 along the filling pipe 47 for storage. Wherein, as... Figure 3 As shown, the connecting plate 7 is provided with a clearance hole 71 that matches the shape and size of the filling tube 47, so that the filling tube 47 can pass through the clearance hole 71 and extend towards the vehicle interior, which is conducive to adding washing fluid to the filling port and avoids interference between the connecting plate 7 and the filling tube 47, thus preventing the filling tube 47 from extending towards the vehicle interior.

[0073] In other embodiments, the washing pot mounting assembly 100 also includes a fender 8 located outside the inner A-pillar panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3, which together define a mounting space 9, within which the washing pot 4 is located.

[0074] Specifically, as shown in the figure, the washing pot assembly 100 also includes a fender 8. The fender 8 is located outside the inner A-pillar panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3, and the fender 8 is spaced a certain distance away from the inner A-pillar panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3 to form a certain spatial area. This spatial area is the installation space 9, and the washing pot 4 is located in the installation space 9.

[0075] Therefore, since the washer 4 is connected to the inner A-pillar panel 1, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3, the washer 4 is located in the rear area inside the fender 8. It can be replaced without disassembling the front bumper and fender 8, only by removing the wheels and splash guards, which is convenient and quick.

[0076] This utility model also proposes a vehicle.

[0077] The vehicle according to the present invention includes the washer kettle mounting assembly 100 of any of the above embodiments.

[0078] By connecting the washer 4 to the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar, the wheel arch side beam 2, and the reinforcing plate 3 respectively, the washer 4 can be placed in the area near the inner panel 1 of the A-pillar. Without disassembling the front bumper and fender 8, the washer 4 can be disassembled and replaced by removing only the wheels and splash pads. This is convenient and quick, improves assembly efficiency, reduces production and maintenance costs, facilitates the installation and disassembly of the washer 4, solves the problem of high cost and difficult disassembly caused by matching the washer 4 with the stamped bracket, and also improves the installation stability and reliability of the washer 4.

[0079] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0080] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A washing kettle assembly, characterized in that, include: The A-pillar inner panel (1), wheel arch side beam (2), and reinforcing plate (3) are connected to the A-pillar inner panel (1), and the reinforcing plate (3) is connected to the wheel arch side beam (2) and the A-pillar inner panel (1) respectively. Washing pot (4), which is connected to the inner plate of the A-pillar (1), the wheel cover side beam (2) and the reinforcing plate (3) respectively.

2. The washing pot assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The washing pot (4) is provided with a first connecting part (41), a second connecting part (42) and a third connecting part (43). The first connecting part (41) is detachably connected to the inner plate (1) of the A-pillar, the second connecting part (42) is detachably connected to the wheel cover side beam (2), and the third connecting part (43) is detachably connected to the reinforcing plate (3).

3. The washing pot assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connecting part (41), the second connecting part (42) and the third connecting part (43) are all constructed as connecting brackets, and the connecting brackets are provided to protrude outward at the edge of the washing pot (4).

4. The washing kettle assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting bracket is used to detachably connect with the inner plate of the A-pillar (1), the wheel arch side beam (2) and the reinforcing plate (3) via a connecting assembly (5).

5. The washing pot assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connecting bracket is provided with a connecting hole (44), and the connecting assembly (5) includes a connecting bolt (51) and a connecting nut (52). The connecting nut (52) is fixedly installed on the inner plate of the A-pillar (1), the wheel cover side beam (2) and the reinforcing plate (3). The connecting bolt (51) passes through the connecting hole (44) and is threadedly connected to the connecting nut (52).

6. The washing pot assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, A bushing (53) is provided inside the connecting hole (44), and the connecting bolt (51) passes through the bushing (53). And / or, the connecting hole (44) of at least one of the first connecting part (41), the second connecting part (42) and the third connecting part (43) is constructed as an elongated hole, and the position of the connecting bolt (51) is adjustable; And / or, a washer (54) is provided between the bolt head (511) of the connecting bolt (51) and the connecting bracket.

7. The washing kettle assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The connecting bracket is provided with at least one first reinforcing rib (61), and the first reinforcing rib (61) is connected to the edge of the washing pot (4); And / or, the connecting bracket is provided with a plurality of second reinforcing ribs (62), and the plurality of second reinforcing ribs (62) are distributed around the connecting hole (44).

8. The washing kettle assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The reinforcing plate (3) is located below the wheel cover side beam (2) and is longitudinally distributed with the inner plate (1) of the A-pillar. The first connecting part (41), the second connecting part (42) and the third connecting part (43) are arranged in a triangle. And / or, the first connecting part (41) and the third connecting part (43) are located at the longitudinal ends of the washing pot (4), and the second connecting part (42) is located on the upper side of the washing pot (4).

9. The washing pot assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a connecting plate (7), which is connected to the inner plate of the A-pillar (1), the wheel arch side beam (2) and the reinforcing plate (3) respectively. The washing pot (4) is connected to a filling pipe (47). The connecting plate (7) is provided with a clearance hole (71) for avoiding the filling pipe (47). The filling pipe (47) passes through the clearance hole (71). And / or, also includes a fender (8) located outside the inner A-pillar panel (1), the wheel arch side beam (2) and the reinforcing plate (3) and together defining an installation space (9), with the washing pot (4) located within the installation space (9).

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, The washing jug assembly includes any one of claims 1-9.

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