FRONT-MOUNTED CONTAINER ARRANGEMENT

Abstract

A front-mounted reservoir arrangement is disclosed. A front-mounted reservoir arrangement according to the present embodiment can be installed on the front of a hydraulic block of an integrated brake system and comprises a main reservoir with a main reservoir chamber configured to store a pressurized medium therein, and a plurality of oil ports formed on the front of the main reservoir such that the pressurized medium is introduced or discharged through the plurality of oil ports, and a remote reservoir with a first connecting port configured to supply the pressurized medium to the main reservoir, an injection part configured to inject the pressurized medium, and a remote reservoir chamber configured to store the pressurized medium therein, wherein the remote reservoir has partitions configured toto increase the flow resistance of the pressurized medium that is to be fed into the main tank.

Description

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[0001] This application claims priority over Korean patent application No. 10-2024-0128565, which was filed with the Korean Intellectual Property Office on September 23, 2024, and the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. BACKGROUND area

[0002] The present disclosure relates to a front-mounted reservoir arrangement and, in particular, to a front-mounted reservoir arrangement mounted on the front of a hydraulic block to supply a pressurized medium to an integrated braking system. Description of the state of the art

[0003] A vehicle is essentially equipped with a braking system for slowing down the vehicle. Various types of braking systems have been proposed to ensure the safety of the driver and passengers.

[0004] The conventional braking system essentially works by having a brake booster, mechanically linked to the brake pedal, supply a wheel cylinder with the fluid pressure required to decelerate the vehicle when the driver depresses the brake pedal. However, as the market increasingly demands a variety of braking functions to suit vehicle operating conditions, integrated dynamic brakes (IDBs) have become widespread. In these systems, when a driver depresses the brake pedal, a pedal travel sensor, which detects pedal displacement, sends an electrical signal to indicate the driver's intention to brake. A fluid pressure supply device then responds to this electrical signal by supplying a wheel cylinder with the fluid pressure required to decelerate the vehicle.

[0005] An integrated braking system can generate stable, strong braking force by integrating a master brake booster and electronic stability control (ESC). Generally, the integrated braking system includes a configuration where a pedal position sensor actuates a motor by sending an electrical signal indicating brake pedal actuation. A piston pump in a hydraulic pressure generating device creates hydraulic brake pressure in response to the motor's actuation, and an electronic control unit regulates and transmits the hydraulic pressure to the wheels. Additionally, a master cylinder is provided in a hydraulic block equipped with a hydraulic circuit to directly transfer the pedal force from the brake pedal to a wheel cylinder if the system malfunctions.

[0006] A reservoir is provided to supply the integrated brake system with a pressurized medium, such as brake fluid, to perform a braking operation using the integrated brake system described above. Typically, the reservoir stores the pressurized medium and is connected to the upper part of the master cylinder. The reservoir may also be connected to the piston pump, which generates fluid pressure in the integrated brake system's fluid pressure generation device.

[0007] The reservoir is installed in various ways to supply the pressurized fluid to the integrated brake system. However, the problem is that it is difficult to install the reservoir in a limited space within the vehicle.

[0008] Meanwhile, there is a tendency to increase the surface area of ​​the container's base to increase its capacity for pressurized media. However, the problem is that increasing the base area also increases the stress during pressing, which can easily damage the container. DEMOLITION

[0009] One objective of the present embodiment is to provide a front-mounted container arrangement that allows for easy installation and arrangement in a vehicle.

[0010] Another objective of the present embodiment is to provide a front-mounted container arrangement that is able to improve the degree of freedom of design and the space utilization of a vehicle.

[0011] Another objective of the present embodiment is to provide a front-mounted container arrangement that increases flow resistance and effectively prevents air from being introduced into a braking system.

[0012] Another objective of the present embodiment is to provide a front-mounted container arrangement that can prevent a deterioration of pedal feel and braking performance.

[0013] One aspect of the present disclosure may provide a front-mounted reservoir arrangement installed on the front of a hydraulic block of an integrated brake system, the front-mounted reservoir arrangement comprising: a main reservoir with a main reservoir chamber configured to store a pressurized medium therein, and a plurality of oil ports formed on the front of the main reservoir such that the pressurized medium is introduced or discharged through the plurality of oil ports;and a remote reservoir with a first connecting port configured to supply the pressurized medium to the main reservoir, an injection part configured to inject the pressurized medium, and a remote reservoir chamber configured to store the pressurized medium therein, wherein the remote reservoir has partitions configured to increase the flow resistance of the pressurized medium to be supplied to the main reservoir, and wherein the partitions comprise: a first partition with T-shapes; and a second partition with an annular shape.

[0014] The partition wall can extend vertically downwards from the base of the remote container.

[0015] The first partition wall can be provided on a second surface of the remote container, which is opposite a first surface on which the first connecting port is formed.

[0016] The first partition wall may further comprise a first-second partition wall provided on a fourth surface opposite a third surface provided between the first surface and the second surface and located next to the first connecting connection.

[0017] The second partition can be attached at a location corresponding to the injection part.

[0018] The second partition may have a pair of opening parts shaped so that they can be opened in a direction corresponding to the longitudinal direction of the first connecting connection.

[0019] The second partition wall may also include a third partition wall, which is provided at a central part of the second partition wall and has a cross shape.

[0020] The partitions may further comprise: a fourth partition formed in a direction corresponding to a longitudinal direction of the first connecting port; and a fifth partition arranged between the fourth partition and an inner wall of the remote container and provided in a direction orthogonal to the fourth partition.

[0021] The fourth partition wall can be provided as a pair and is arranged so that it stands at a predetermined distance from each other.

[0022] The fifth partition can be present in multiples and is arranged in a zigzag pattern.

[0023] The other end of the fifth partition can extend towards the inner wall if one end of the fifth partition is attached to the fourth partition, and one end of the fifth partition can extend towards the fourth partition if the other end of the fifth partition is attached to the inner wall.

[0024] The fourth partition wall may contain a flow path opening for the flow of the pressurized medium that is stored between the fourth partition wall and the inner wall.

[0025] The partitions may also include a plurality of sixth partitions arranged in a direction perpendicular to the fourth partition.

[0026] The bottom surface of the remote container can comprise a flat section and an inclined section, the inclined section being inclined such that the pressurized medium flows to the first connection port.

[0027] The main container chamber can be divided into a multitude of chambers by one or more partition walls.

[0028] The multiple oil connections can be designed so that each one is connected to the multiple chambers.

[0029] The main tank may have a second connection port designed to receive the pressurized medium from the remote tank.

[0030] The front-mounted tank assembly may further include: a connecting element configured to connect the first connecting port and the second connecting port, so that the pressurized medium in the remote tank is directed into the main tank.

[0031] Another aspect of the present disclosure may provide a front-mounted reservoir arrangement installed on the front of a hydraulic block of an integrated brake system, the front-mounted reservoir arrangement comprising: a main reservoir with a main reservoir chamber configured to store a pressurized medium therein, and a plurality of oil ports formed on the front of the main reservoir such that the pressurized medium is introduced or discharged through the plurality of oil ports;and a remote container with a first connecting port configured to supply the pressurized medium to the main container, an injection part configured to inject the pressurized medium, and a remote container chamber configured to store the pressurized medium therein, the remote container comprising: a first partition having a T-shape and provided on at least one of the remaining side wall surfaces, with the exception of a first surface on which the first connecting port is formed, under a plurality of side wall surfaces forming the remote container; and a second partition having an annular shape and provided in a position corresponding to the injection part.

[0032] The first partition wall may be provided on a second surface, which is a surface opposite the first surface, and / or on a fourth surface, which is a surface opposite a third surface, located between the first surface and the second surface and positioned next to the first connecting point.

[0033] The front-mounted container arrangement according to the present embodiment can easily implement the installation and arrangement of the vehicle.

[0034] The front-mounted container arrangement according to the present embodiment can improve the degree of design freedom and the space utilization of the vehicle.

[0035] The front-mounted container arrangement according to the present embodiment can increase the flow resistance of the pressurized medium and effectively prevent air from being introduced into the braking system.

[0036] The front-mounted container arrangement according to the present embodiment can prevent a deterioration of pedal feel and braking performance.

[0037] The effects of this disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned above will be obviously understood by a person with ordinary knowledge in the field of technology from the following description.

[0038] The objectives to be achieved by the present disclosure, the means of achieving the objectives and the effects of the present disclosure described above do not specify any essential features of the claims, and therefore the scope of the claims is not limited to the disclosure of the present disclosure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0039] The above and other aspects, features and other advantages of the present disclosure will be more clearly understood from the following detailed description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which: Fig. Figure 1 is a perspective view showing a front-mounted container arrangement according to the embodiment of the present disclosure; Fig. 2 is a perspective exploded view of a remote container of the front-mounted container arrangement according to the present embodiment of the disclosure; Fig. 3 is a perspective view showing a lower distant body according to the embodiment of the present disclosure at a different angle; Fig. Figure 4 is a top view showing the interior of the lower remote body according to the embodiment of the present disclosure; Fig. Figure 5 is a side view showing the lower remote body according to the embodiment of the present disclosure; Fig. Figure 6 is a perspective view illustrating a state in which a main reservoir of the front-mounted reservoir arrangement according to the embodiment of the present disclosure is attached to a front face of a hydraulic block of an integrated brake system; Fig. Figure 7 is a perspective view showing the main container of the front-mounted container arrangement according to the embodiment of the present disclosure; and Fig. Figure 8 is a perspective view showing the hydraulic block according to the embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EXECUTION EXAMPLES

[0040] The exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and exemplary embodiments. For the purposes of description, the scales of the components shown in the accompanying drawings differ from the actual scales, so that the scales are not limited to those shown in the drawings.

[0041] In the following, embodiments of the present disclosure are described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are presented to adequately convey the spirit of the present disclosure to the person skilled in the art, to whom the present disclosure relates. The present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments presented here and may be supplemented by other aspects. Elements that are irrelevant to the description of the present disclosure are omitted from the drawings in order to present the disclosure clearly. The sizes of the individual elements may be somewhat exaggerated for better understanding.

[0042] A front-mounted reservoir assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can be attached to the front of a hydraulic block 10 to supply an integrated braking system with a pressurized medium. Therefore, before describing a configuration of a front-mounted reservoir assembly 1, the integrated braking system will be briefly described.

[0043] In general, the integrated brake system can comprise a master cylinder connected to a brake pedal, a fluid pressure generating device configured to measure brake pedal displacement and generate fluid pressure, a hydraulic block with multiple flow paths for transmitting fluid pressure generated by the master cylinder or the fluid pressure generating device to a wheel cylinder, and an electronic control unit configured to control the flow of the fluid pressure. In this case, the master cylinder and a piston pump of the fluid pressure generating device can be located within the hydraulic block and connected to the flow path. Furthermore, solenoid valves are provided at appropriate locations within the multiple flow paths to selectively control the flow of brake fluid.Therefore, the electronic control unit performs a braking process by controlling the flow of fluid pressure to be transferred to the wheel cylinder through the adjustment of the solenoid valves.

[0044] Fig. Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the front-mounted container arrangement 1 according to the present embodiment.

[0045] With reference to Fig. 1. According to the present embodiment, the front-mounted reservoir arrangement 1 can comprise a remote reservoir 100, configured to receive and store a pressurized medium, and a main reservoir 300, which is connected to the remote reservoir and has a plurality of oil connections. In this case, the main reservoir 300 can be mounted on the front of the hydraulic block 10 and configured to supply the integrated brake system with the pressurized medium.

[0046] The remote container 100 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure is configured to supply the pressurized medium to the main container 300. Therefore, the remote container 100 can be provided such that it is spaced a predetermined distance from the top of the main container 300.

[0047] Fig. Figure 2 is a perspective exploded view showing the remote container of the front-mounted container arrangement according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, Fig. Figure 3 is a perspective view showing a lower distant body according to the embodiment of the present disclosure at a different angle, and Fig. Figure 4 is a top view showing the interior of the lower distant body according to the execution of the present disclosure.

[0048] With reference to the Fig. 1 to 4 the remote container 100 can be formed by coupling an upper remote body 101 and a lower remote body 102, and a space for receiving the pressurized medium is formed in the remote container 100, so that the remote container 100 can store the pressurized medium injected from the outside.

[0049] The upper remote body 101 and the lower remote body 102 can be joined together by thermal bonding.

[0050] The remote container 100 can include an injection part 110 configured for injecting the pressurized medium, a first connection port 120 configured for supplying the pressurized medium to the main container 300, and a remote container chamber 130 configured for storing the pressurized medium.

[0051] The injection part 110 can be provided on the upper remote body 101 and the first connection port 120 can be provided on the lower remote body 102.

[0052] The injection element 110 is formed on the upper side of the upper remote body 101, and the pressurized medium is introduced through the injection element 110. The injection element 110 can be cylindrical and shaped to be inclined to one side of the upper remote body 101 to facilitate injection of the pressurized medium. In this case, the interior of the injection element 110 can be opened to define a passage through which the pressurized medium is supplied.

[0053] Meanwhile, although not shown, a cap can be installed on the upper part of the injection unit 110 to prevent the pressurized medium from escaping. The cap can be attached or removed. When the cap is attached to the upper part of the injection unit 110, it seals the injection unit 110 and prevents air, foreign matter, and the like from entering the remote reservoir 100. If the cap is removed from the injection unit 110, the pressurized medium can also be directed into the remote reservoir 100.

[0054] A filter can be attached to the lower part of the injection unit 110. The filter can be connected to the lower part of the injection unit 110 and filter the pressurized medium that is to be injected through the injection unit 110. This means that foreign substances in the pressurized medium that is to be injected into the remote reservoir 100 can be removed by the filter. The filter can be integrated into the upper remote body 101. The filter can be integrated when the upper remote body 101 is formed, which can improve operational efficiency.

[0055] The first connection port 120 can be integrated into the lower remote body 102. The first connection port 120 can be connected to a second connection port 310 of the main tank 300 by a connecting element 400, which will be described below. In this case, the remote tank 100 can be positioned higher than the main tank 300, so that the pressurized medium can be easily directed into the main tank 300.

[0056] The remote container chamber 130 is a space defined within the remote container 100 when the upper remote body 101 and the lower remote body 102 of the remote container 100 are coupled. The pressurized medium supplied to the remote container 100 can be stored in the remote container chamber 130.

[0057] The remote tank 100 may be fitted with baffles 200 to increase the flow resistance of the pressurized medium leading to the first connection port 120. Meanwhile, the pressurized medium leading to the first connection port 120 may be routed via the connecting element 400 to the second connection port 310 of the main tank 300. Details are described below.

[0058] The partition walls 200 can extend vertically downwards from the base of the remote container 100.

[0059] In particular, according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the partitions 200 can comprise first partitions 210 with a T-shape and a second partition 220 with a ring shape.

[0060] The first partitions 210 can comprise first-first partitions 211, which are provided on a second surface 122 of the remote container 100, which is opposite a first surface 121 on which the first connecting port 120 is formed. Meanwhile, the first connecting port 120 can be located on a top surface of the first surface 121, i.e., a top surface according to Fig. 4, are planned.

[0061] In particular, the first-first partitions 211 can be provided as a plurality of first-first partitions 211, and all of the plurality of first-first partitions 211 are T-shaped. In the present disclosure, the T-shape refers to a shape comprising a first unit 210a, one end of which is attached to one of several sidewall surfaces forming the remote container 100, the first unit 210a extending in the direction of the opposite sidewall surface, and a second unit 210b extending in a direction perpendicular to the first unit 210a while passing through the other end of the first unit 210a. The T-shapes essentially all comprise a T-shape, an r-shape, and a ¬-shape. Meanwhile, the sidewall surfaces of the remote container 100 refer to internal walls, with the exception of the bottom surface of the lower remote body 102.In particular, the side wall surfaces of the remote container 100 can comprise the second surface 122, a third surface 123 and a fourth surface 124, with the exception of the first surface 121, on which the first connecting port 120 is formed.

[0062] With reference to Fig. 4 The first-first partitions 211 can be provided as a plurality of first-first partitions 211 such that one end of each of the first-first partitions 211 is attached to the second surface 122 of the lower remote body 102 of the remote container 100 and each of the first-first partitions 211 has a T-shape in the direction of the first surface 121.

[0063] All first partitions 211 can have a T-shape. However, in order to maintain a basic capacity of the pressurized medium stored in the remote tank 100, the first partitions 211 can be arranged such that, starting from a first partition 211a with a T-shape, a first partition 211b with an r-shape is provided on an upper side and a first partition 211c with a ¬-shape is provided on a lower side.

[0064] The first-first partition 211a can be configured such that one of its ends is attached in a central position on the second surface 122. One end of each of the first-first partitions 211b and 211c, which are arranged on the top and bottom surfaces, respectively, of the first-first partition 211a, can be attached to the second surface 122, such that the first-first partitions 211b and 211c are arranged at the same distance from the first-first partition 211a.

[0065] The first partition walls 210 may further comprise a first-second partition wall 212, which is provided on the fourth surface 124, which is a surface opposite the third surface 123, which is arranged next to the first connecting connection and is provided between the first surface 121 and the second surface 122.

[0066] The first-second partition 212 can be T-shaped in the direction of the third surface 123 and can be attached at one end to the fourth surface 124 of the lower remote body 102 of the remote container 100.

[0067] To reinforce a part of the remote container 100 which has a relatively low pressure resistance, the first-second partition wall 212 can be provided on the fourth surface 124 and arranged next to the first surface 121 on which the first connecting port 120 is formed.

[0068] In the remote container 100 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the first-first partition 211 and the first-second partition 212 are provided on the second surface 122 and the fourth surface 124, respectively, of the lower remote body 102, so that a part which can be easily damaged during a pressing operation can be effectively reinforced, which can improve the pressure resistance. In addition, the application of the reinforcement structure does not reduce the capacity of the pressurized medium, so that the basic capacity can be maintained and the reinforcement effect can be achieved.

[0069] The second partition 220 can be provided at a location corresponding to the injection part 110, which is formed on the upper remote body 101 of the remote container 100.

[0070] The second partition 220 can have a ring shape to match the shape of the injection part 110, which has a cylindrical shape, and can have a pair of opening parts or sections 221 that are shaped to be opened in a direction corresponding to a longitudinal direction of the first connecting port 120.

[0071] This means that the pair of opening sections 221 is designed to face the first surface 121 on which the first connecting port 120 is formed, so that the pressurized medium injected into the injection part 110 can flow towards the first connecting port 120 as it passes through a passage formed by the pair of opening sections 221. In this case, the second partition 220 can be located at the same height as the first partition 210. In this case, "height" refers to the distance by which the second partition 220 extends perpendicularly from the bottom surface of the lower remote body 102 of the remote container 100.

[0072] The partition walls can further comprise a third partition wall 230, which is provided at a central part of the second partition wall 220 and has a cross shape.

[0073] The third partition 230 can be cross-shaped and mounted on the middle part of the second partition 220, which is ring-shaped. In this case, the third partition 230 can be lower than the second partition 220.

[0074] In the prior art, the problem is that the partition wall of the lower remote body 102, corresponding to the injection part 110 formed on the remote upper remote body 101, begins to deteriorate, and eventually the partition wall is damaged along a thermal connection line between the upper remote body 101 and the lower remote body 102. In the remote container 100 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the second partition wall 220 and the third partition wall 230 are provided on the lower remote body 102, so that an area of ​​the lower remote body 102 corresponding to the injection part 110, which absorbs a relatively large amount of pressure, can be reinforced, which can improve the pressure resistance.

[0075] The partition walls 200 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure can further comprise fourth partition walls 240, which are formed in a direction corresponding to the longitudinal direction of the first connecting port 120, and fifth partition walls 250, which are arranged between the fourth partition walls 240 and the inner wall of the remote container 100 and are provided in a direction orthogonal to the fourth partition wall 240.

[0076] The fourth partitions 240 can be provided as a pair of fourth partitions 240 arranged at a predetermined distance from each other. In particular, the fourth partitions 240 can comprise a fourth-first partition 241 extending towards the second surface 122, one end of which is attached to the first surface 121 on which the first connecting connection 120 is formed, and a fourth-second partition 242 spaced apart from the fourth-first partition 241.

[0077] The fourth-first partition 241 can be provided next to the first connecting port 120, and the fifth partition 250 can be located between the fourth-first partition 241 and the third surface 123 of the lower remote body 102 and be provided in a direction orthogonal to the fourth-first partition 241.

[0078] The fifth partitions 250 can be arranged as a plurality of fifth partitions 250 in a zigzag pattern. That is, if one end of the fifth partition 250 is attached to the fourth-first partition 241, the other end of the fifth partition 250 can extend towards the third surface 123. Conversely, if the other end of the fifth partition 250 is attached to the third surface 123, one end of the fifth partition 250 can extend towards the fourth-first partition 241. Therefore, the pressurized medium can flow in a zigzag pattern along the fifth partition 250.

[0079] Meanwhile, a flow path opening 243 can be formed in the fourth-first partition 241 to allow the pressurized medium to flow through. Therefore, the pressurized medium, with the increased flow resistance between the fourth-first partition 241 and the inner wall, can flow through the flow path opening 243 to the first connection port 120. This prevents the pressurized medium in the remote tank 100 from being rapidly discharged to the first connection port 120, thus preventing air from entering.

[0080] The fourth-second partition 242 can be configured to be spaced apart from the fourth-first partition 241. In particular, the fourth-second partition 242 can be positioned corresponding to the flow path opening 243 formed in the fourth-first partition 241, and the fourth-second partition 242 can be longer than the flow path opening 243. In this case, the length of the flow path opening 243 refers to a reference length in the longitudinal direction of the first connection port 120. That is, the fourth-second partition 242 can be relatively shorter than the fourth-first partition 241. This allows the basic capacity of the pressurized medium in the remote tank 100 to be maintained and the reinforcing effect achieved by the fourth partition 240 to be improved.

[0081] The partition walls 200 according to the embodiment of the present disclosure can further comprise several sixth partition walls 260, which are provided in a direction orthogonal to the fourth partition wall 240.

[0082] The sixth partitions 260 can be provided in the same direction as the fifth partitions 250 and distributed on the third surface 123, the fourth surface 124 and the inside of the lower remote body 102.

[0083] In an exemplary case, a pair of sixth partitions 260a can be formed and spaced apart from each other on the third surface 123 of the lower distant body 102, and a plurality of sixth partitions 260b can be formed and spaced apart from each other on the fourth surface 124.

[0084] One end of each of the two sixth partitions 260a can be attached to the third surface 123. The pair of sixth partitions 260a can extend towards the fourth surface 124 and be of different lengths. In this case, the lengths of the sixth partitions 260a can be adjusted accordingly so that constant distances can be maintained between the sixth partitions 260a and the second partition 220, which is provided on the perimeter of the sixth partitions 260a, in order to ensure the passage of the pressurized medium.

[0085] One end of each of the multiple sixth partitions 260b can be attached to the fourth surface 124. The majority of the sixth partitions 260b can extend towards the third surface 123 and be of different lengths. In this case, the lengths of the sixth partitions 260b can be adjusted accordingly so that constant distances can be maintained between the sixth partitions 260b and the second partition 220, as well as the fourth-second partition 242, which are provided around the perimeter of the sixth partitions 260b, in order to ensure the passage of the pressurized medium.

[0086] The sixth partitions 260 can further comprise a sixth partition 260c, which is shaped such that it runs orthogonally to the fourth-second partition 242.

[0087] One end of the sixth partition 260c can be attached to the fourth-second partition 242, and the sixth partition 260c can extend towards the fourth surface 124. Therefore, the pressurized medium, which has increased flow resistance and is stored in the space between the fourth-second partition 242 and the fourth surface 124, can flow through the flow path hole 243 to the first connection port 120.

[0088] Fig. Figure 5 is a side view showing the lower remote body according to the embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0089] In relation to Fig. 5 The bottom surface of the lower remote body 102 of the remote container 100 can have a flat section A and an inclined section B.

[0090] The flat section A can extend from a lower part of the first surface 121 to a lower part of the second surface 122 and include under the partitions some of the first partition 211, the second partition 220, the third partition 230 and the sixth partition 260.

[0091] The inclined section B can be connected to the flat section A and is designed to be inclined in the direction of the first connecting connection 120, which is formed on the second surface 122. The inclined section B can include some of the first-second partition 212, the fourth partition 240, the fifth partition 250, and the sixth partition 260.

[0092] Therefore, the pressurized medium injected into the flat section A can flow to the inclined section B in the state where the flow resistance is increased by the partitions, and the inclined section B can guide the pressurized medium to the first connection port 120 in the state where the flow resistance is increased.

[0093] The main reservoir 300 can be mounted on the front of the hydraulic block 10 and configured to receive the pressurized medium with increased flow resistance from the remote reservoir 100 with the aforementioned structure and to direct the pressurized medium to a main cylinder or a hydraulic piston.

[0094] Fig. Figure 6 is a perspective view showing a state in which the main reservoir of the front-mounted reservoir arrangement according to the embodiment of the present disclosure is attached to the front of the hydraulic block of the integrated brake system.

[0095] Fig. Figure 7 is a perspective view of the main container of the front-mounted container arrangement according to the present embodiment of the disclosure.

[0096] Fig. Figure 8 is a perspective view showing the hydraulic block according to the embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0097] With regard to the Fig. 6 and Fig. 8 The hydraulic block 10 can be provided in a hexahedral shape, a variety of hydraulic flow paths can be provided in the hydraulic block 10 and define movement paths for the pressurized medium, a variety of bores can be provided in an outer part of the hydraulic block 10, and various types of component elements, such as a main cylinder 20 and a motor 30, can be mounted in the variety of bores.

[0098] In particular, the hydraulic block 10 comprises a cylinder bore in which the master cylinder 20 is provided, which is connected to a brake pedal and is configured to operate in accordance with an actuation of the brake pedal; a motor bore 15 in which the motor 30 is configured to generate a fluid pressure of the pressurized medium required for the braking process by being operated by an electrical signal issued in response to a displacement of the brake pedal; valve bores in which a plurality of valves are provided, which are configured to control the flow of the pressurized medium through the hydraulic flow paths; and storage bores 16, which are configured to communicate with the main reservoir 300, which is configured to receive the pressurized medium.

[0099] The motor bore 15 can be provided in a first surface 11 of the hydraulic block 10, which has a relatively large area, and an electronic control unit 40 can be provided on a second surface 12, which has a relatively large area and is opposite the first surface 11. The valve bores, in which the plurality of valves are provided, can also be provided in the second surface 12 and electrically connected to the electronic control unit 40 mounted on the second surface 12.

[0100] Meanwhile, the electronic control unit 40 can be set up to control the operation of the motor 30 and the valves based on information about the adjustment of the brake pedal or information acquired by various types of sensors.

[0101] The electronic control unit 40 can comprise a printed circuit board (PCB) provided on the second surface 12 of the hydraulic block 10, which is opposite the first surface 11 on which the motor 30 is arranged. The PCB can be connected to the valves mounted in the valve bores and configured to receive power from a power supply element or to receive an electrical signal via a signal transmission element. Furthermore, the electronic control unit can comprise a connector 41 configured to supply power to the PCB or to transmit an electrical signal to the PCB, and a housing 42 configured to accommodate the PCB and having an outer surface on which the connector is provided.

[0102] The connector 41 can be positioned on the upper surface of the hydraulic block 10 and arranged in a forward / reverse direction on the housing 42. To prevent a pipe or similar component connected to the connector 41 from colliding with peripheral component elements, the connector 41 can be positioned so that it is inserted and coupled in a direction corresponding to the thickness between the first surface 11 and the second surface 12 of the hydraulic block 10. In this way, it is possible to minimize interference and contact between the pipe and the peripheral component and to avoid any increase in size in the upward / downward direction.

[0103] The housing 42 is mounted on the second surface 12 of the hydraulic block 10 and has a receiving space in which a control device can be housed, configured to control the motor 30 and the several valves. To form the receiving space, the housing 42 can comprise a housing body open on one side and a cover connected to the open side of the housing body.

[0104] The power supply unit (not shown) can supply power to the circuit board from a vehicle battery. The power supply unit can deliver and transmit power.

[0105] The motor bore 15 and the valve bore can be recessed in the hydraulic block 10 and extend parallel to the thickness direction between the first surface 11 and the second surface 12. The hydraulic piston, actuated by the motor 30, can be inserted into the motor bore 15 and move back and forth. The valve bore can also be recessed in the second surface 102 in the same axial direction as the motor bore. Various types of solenoid valves and check valves can be inserted and mounted in the valve bores to control the flow of the pressurized medium along the hydraulic flow paths.

[0106] The master cylinder 20, connected to the brake pedal, can be housed in the cylinder bore. The cylinder bore can be recessed and extended in a third surface 13 of the hydraulic block 10, which forms a rear side surface between the first surface 11 and the second surface 12.

[0107] The cylinder bore can be formed in the hydraulic block 10 and extend in the forward / reverse direction, and an actuation axis of the main cylinder 20 can also be provided in a direction parallel to the forward / reverse direction of the hydraulic block 10. The axis of the main cylinder 20 is arranged in the direction parallel to the forward / reverse direction of the hydraulic block 10, and an axis of the motor 30 is arranged in the direction parallel to the thickness of the hydraulic block 10, so that the axis of the main cylinder 20 and the axis of the motor 30 can be orthogonal to each other, and as a result, the arrangements of the main cylinder 20 and the motor 30 can be implemented efficiently.

[0108] The storage bore 16 can be formed in a fourth surface 14 of the hydraulic block 10, which defines a front face between the first surface 11 and the second surface 10. If the storage bore 16 is provided in the upper surface of the hydraulic block 10, the size of the product can increase in the upward / downward direction because the main reservoir 300 is located on the top of the hydraulic block 10. Therefore, in the hydraulic block 10, according to the present embodiment, the storage bore 16, which communicates with the main reservoir 300, is provided in the fourth surface 14, i.e., the front face, instead of the upper surface, thus suppressing the increase in size and volume in the upward / downward direction.

[0109] The main tank 300 can receive and store the pressurized medium from the aforementioned remote tank 100. The main tank 300 can be connected to the hydraulic block 10 via the storage bore 16 and supply the pressurized medium.

[0110] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 7, the main container 300 can be formed by connecting an upper main body 301 and a lower main body 302.

[0111] The upper main body 301 and the lower main body 302 can form a body by being joined by thermal bonding.

[0112] The main reservoir 300 can have a main reservoir chamber designed to store pressurized medium. That is, the main reservoir chamber is a space formed within the main reservoir 300 when the upper main body 301 and the lower main body 302 of the main reservoir 300 are connected. Therefore, the pressurized medium supplied to the integrated braking system can be stored in the main reservoir chamber.

[0113] The main tank 300 can contain one or more partitions designed to divide the main tank chamber into multiple chambers. In this case, the main tank chamber can be divided into three chambers to direct the pressurized medium into a hydraulic piston pressure chamber and two main chambers formed in the main cylinder.

[0114] The main reservoir 300 can have multiple oil ports 320 connected to the front, i.e., the fourth surface 14 of the hydraulic block 10, and designed for supplying the pressurized medium. The multiple oil ports 320 can be integrated into the lower main body 302 and each can be connected to the multiple chambers created by subdividing the main reservoir chamber.

[0115] In an exemplary case where the main reservoir chamber is divided into a first to third main reservoir chamber, the oil connections 320 can include a first oil connection for connection to the first main reservoir chamber, a second oil connection for connection to the second main reservoir chamber, and a third oil connection for connection to the third main reservoir chamber. Therefore, the pressurized medium stored in the main reservoir chambers can be introduced or discharged via the oil connections.

[0116] The first and second oil ports can be connected to the first and second main chambers in the master cylinder 20, respectively, and the third oil port can be connected to the pressure chamber of the hydraulic piston. The connection structure is an example, and the present disclosure is not limited to it. That is to say, the first and third oil ports can be connected to the master cylinder, and the second and third oil ports can be connected to the master cylinder.

[0117] Meanwhile, in a case where the aforementioned main reservoir chamber is subdivided into the first to third main reservoir chambers, the storage bores 16 can be provided as a plurality of storage bores 16, so that the pressurized medium flows smoothly between the first to third main reservoir chambers of the main reservoir 300, the pressure chamber, and the main chamber provided in the hydraulic block 10. Specifically, the storage bores 16 can comprise a first storage bore configured to communicate with the first main chamber, so that the chambers separated in the main reservoir 300 communicate with the hydraulic block 10; a second storage bore configured to communicate with the second main chamber; and a third storage bore configured to communicate with the pressure chamber.However, the connection structure is just one example, and the present disclosure is not limited to it.

[0118] In the present disclosure, as described above, the example has been described in which the main reservoir chamber is divided into three chambers, the three oil connections are provided in the main reservoir chamber, corresponding to and communicating with the three chambers, and the three storage bores are provided on the front, i.e., the fourth surface 14 of the hydraulic block 10, corresponding to and communicating with the oil connections. However, the present disclosure is not necessarily limited to this.

[0119] The specific structure within the main reservoir chamber and the partitioning method can be implemented in various ways. The partitions are additionally provided to increase the flow resistance of the pressurized medium stored in the main reservoir chamber, thereby preventing air from entering the braking system under driving and certain braking conditions.

[0120] The main reservoir 300 may have a second connecting port 310, which serves to receive the brake oil from the aforementioned remote reservoir 100.

[0121] The second connection port 310 can be integrated into the upper main body 301.

[0122] The second connection port 310 can be connected to the first connection port 120 of the remote tank 100 via the connecting element 400 and receive the pressurized medium from the remote tank 100. In this case, the remote tank 100 can be positioned higher than the main tank 300, so that the pressurized medium can be easily directed into the main tank 300.

[0123] One end of the connecting element 400 is connected to the first connection port 120 and the other end of the connecting element 400 is connected to the second connection port 310, so that the pressurized medium in the remote tank 100 is directed into the main tank 300. The connecting element can be designed as a rubber hose, so that the pressurized medium can be easily transferred even if the installation position of the remote tank 100 or the main tank 300 is changed.

[0124] According to Fig. 6. According to the embodiment of the present disclosure, the main reservoir 300 can be attached to the front of the hydraulic block 10 and have a C-shape to surround the electronic control unit 40. The application of this structure can satisfy the various customer needs when designing vehicle packages. However, the C-shape of the main reservoir 300 is only one example, and the present disclosure is not necessarily limited to it. The main reservoir 300 can be attached to the front of the hydraulic block 10 and extend in an upward / downward direction.

[0125] In the front-mounted container arrangement 1 according to the embodiment described above, the partitions with T-shapes and ring shapes are attached to the remote container 100, which can increase the flow resistance of the injected pressurized medium and thus increase the pressure resistance. Furthermore, the pressurized medium can be fed to the main container 300 with the increased flow resistance, which can effectively prevent damage to the container during the pressing process. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Claims

[1] Front-mounted reservoir assembly (1) installed on the front of a hydraulic block (10) of an integrated brake system, the front-mounted reservoir assembly (1) comprising: a main container (300) with a main container chamber configured to store a pressurized medium therein, and a plurality of oil ports (320) formed on a front face of the main container (300) such that the pressurized medium is introduced or discharged through the plurality of oil ports (320); and a remote container (100) with a first connection port (120) configured to supply the pressurized medium to the main container (300), an injection part (110) configured to inject the pressurized medium, and a remote container chamber (130) configured to store the pressurized medium therein, wherein the remote tank (100) has partitions (200) which are designed to increase the flow resistance of the pressurized medium to be supplied to the main tank (300), and the partition walls comprise (200): a first partition wall (210) with a T-shape; and a second partition (220) with a ring shape. [2] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 1, wherein the partition (200) extends in a vertical direction from a bottom surface of the remote container (100). [3] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 1, wherein the first partition (210) comprises a first-first partition (210) provided on a second surface (122) of the remote container (100), which is a surface opposite a first surface (121) on which the first connecting port (120) is formed. [4] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 3, wherein the first partition (210) further comprises a first-second partition (212) provided on a fourth surface (124) which is a surface opposite a third surface (123) provided between the first surface (121) and the second surface (122) and is arranged adjacent to the first connecting port (120). [5] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second partition (220) is provided at a position corresponding to the injection part (110). [6] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 5, wherein the second partition (220) comprises a pair of opening parts (221) configured to be open in a direction corresponding to a longitudinal direction of the first connecting port (120). [7] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 5 or claim 6, wherein the second partition (220) further comprises a third partition (230) which is provided on a central part of the second partition (220) and has a cross shape. [8] Front-mounted container arrangement according to claim 1, wherein the partitions (200) further comprise: a fourth partition (240) which is formed in a direction corresponding to a longitudinal direction of the first connecting connection (120); and a fifth partition (250) which is arranged between the fourth partition (240) and an inner wall of the remote container (100) and is provided in a direction orthogonal to the fourth partition (240). [9] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 8, wherein the fourth partition (240) is provided as a pair and is arranged such that they are at a predetermined distance from each other. [10] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 8 or 9, wherein the fifth partition (250) is provided as a plurality and is arranged in a zigzag pattern. [11] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 10, wherein the other end of the fifth partition (250) extends towards the inner wall when one end of the fifth partition (250) is attached to the fourth partition (240), and an end of the fifth partition (250) extends towards the fourth partition (240) when the other end of the fifth partition (250) is attached to the inner wall. [12] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to one of claims 9 to 11, wherein a flow path hole (243) is formed in the fourth partition (240) to allow a flow of the pressurized medium which is stored between the fourth partition (240) and the inner wall. [13] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to one of claims 8 to 12, wherein the partitions (200) further comprise several sixth partitions (260) which are provided in a direction orthogonal to the fourth partition (240). [14] Front-mounted reservoir assembly (1) installed on the front of a hydraulic block (10) of an integrated brake system, the front-mounted reservoir assembly (1) comprising: a main container (300) with a main container chamber configured to store a pressurized medium therein, and a plurality of oil ports (320) formed on a front face of the main container (300) such that the pressurized medium is introduced or discharged through the plurality of oil ports (320); and a remote container (100) with a first connection port (120) configured to supply the pressurized medium to the main container (300), an injection part (110) configured to inject the pressurized medium, and a remote container chamber (130) configured to store the pressurized medium therein, the remote container (100) comprises: a first partition wall (210) having a T-shape and being provided on at least one of the remaining side wall surfaces, with the exception of a first surface (121) on which the first connecting connection (120) is formed, beneath a plurality of side wall surfaces forming the remote container (100); and a second partition (220) which has a ring shape and is provided in a position corresponding to the injection part. [15] Front-mounted container arrangement (1) according to claim 14, wherein the first partition (210) is provided on a second surface (122) which is a surface opposite the first surface (121) and / or a fourth surface (124) which is a surface opposite a third surface (123), which is provided between the first surface (121) and the second surface (122) and is arranged adjacent to the first connecting port (120).

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