DEVICE FOR ADJUSTING A SIGHT AND SIGHT ARRANGEMENT, SIGHT AND SIGHT ARRANGEMENT AND VEHICLE WITH SUCH A DEVICE

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for adjusting a vision device arrangement, such as a mirror arrangement or a camera arrangement for a motor vehicle, comprising a base part, a mounting frame and a support frame, wherein the base part is designed in particular for attachment to a body of a motor vehicle, and the mounting frame is designed for mounting a vision device, such as a mirror or a camera.

[0002] Such devices are known from the prior art, for example in the form of exterior mirrors for motor vehicles. They allow, usually electrically, the adjustment of the vision arrangement to the requirements of a motor vehicle operator. Thus, they allow, among other things, the swiveling of the vision arrangement, usually around several axes, for example in an upward and a downward direction, but also in a horizontal direction, in order to adapt the field of vision to the requirements of the motor vehicle operator. In addition to adapting the field of vision, the adjustment of the vision arrangement between a parking position or a folded-in position and an extended position for operating the motor vehicle is usually also possible. WO 2016 / 076713 A1 discloses a device according to the preamble of claim 1.

[0003] The construction of such devices comprises numerous components, many of which are interconnected to allow pivoting. Furthermore, protective devices are usually incorporated to prevent damage to the sighting system, for example, when external forces are applied. In addition to typically electrically driven actuators, overload clutches, such as slip clutches or similar safety devices, are also included.

[0004] The disadvantage of the known devices lies particularly in their very complex and multi-part construction, which entails not only high costs in terms of parts manufacturing and storage, but also in the assembly of the respective devices.

[0005] The object of the present invention is therefore to provide a more cost-effective, more durable and less complex device.

[0006] This problem is solved by a device for adjusting a vision device arrangement, a vision device assembly and a vehicle, each equipped with such a device, according to the independent claims.

[0007] In particular, this problem is solved by a device for adjusting a vision device arrangement, such as a mirror arrangement or a camera arrangement for a motor vehicle, comprising a base part, a mounting frame and a support frame, wherein the base part is designed in particular for attachment to a body of the motor vehicle, the mounting frame is designed for mounting a vision device, such as a mirror or a camera, the support frame is arranged on the base part by means of a first joint arrangement such that it is rotatable relative to the base part only about a first joint axis A1, which extends in a substantially upward direction, between a folded-in position, in which the support frame is, for example, substantially aligned along the body of the motor vehicle, and an unfolded position.in which, for example, the support frame is oriented essentially transversely to the body, the mounting frame is arranged on the support frame by means of a second joint arrangement such that it is pivotable relative to the support frame only about a second joint axis A2, which extends essentially transversely to the first joint axis A1, the first joint arrangement comprises a rod end bearing arrangement with a rod end on the base part and a ball joint socket on the support frame, wherein the rod end is received by the ball joint socket, the second joint arrangement comprises a rocker bearing arrangement, with at least one bearing means arranged on the mounting frame and at least one complementary counter bearing means arranged on the support frame, which are in sliding guidance with each other such that the mounting frame is pivotable relative to the support frame only about the second joint axis A2, the mounting frame has an intermediate socket which is arranged between the ball joint socket and the rod end,The intermediate socket is rotationally fixed relative to the joint socket about the first joint axis A1 by the bearing means and is rotatable relative to the joint head together with the joint socket about the first joint axis A1, and wherein optionally at least one sliding ring is arranged between the joint head and the intermediate socket, which forms a sliding bearing between the joint head and the intermediate socket, over which the mounting frame is slidably rotatable relative to the base part about the first joint axis A1 and about the second joint axis A2.

[0008] Furthermore, this task is solved by a visual aid arrangement and a vehicle, each equipped with such a device.

[0009] It should be noted that, within the scope of the invention and with regard to the aforementioned first joint arrangement or the joint head bearing arrangement, the joint head can also be arranged on the support frame and the joint socket on the base part. For the sake of clarity and consistency in this description, the term "joint head" will optionally also refer to a joint socket, if, accordingly, the joint socket on the support frame is then understood as the joint head. All embodiments described herein are identically transferable to such a construction, whereby the aforementioned substitution of joint socket and joint head must be made.

[0010] As mentioned, the term "vision device" in the scope of the invention includes, among other things, a mirror or a camera. However, it can also refer to other arrangements and components that serve to improve the control of a motor vehicle or similar vehicle. Examples include lidar or IR sensors, blind spot indicators, heating devices, etc., which can be operatively connected to such a vision device arrangement.

[0011] The term "joint head bearing" optionally refers to a bearing in which the joint head is received by the joint socket in such a way that it is movable and, in particular, rotatable in the joint socket, with the intermediate socket interposed, about at least one axis, and here about the first joint axis A1.

[0012] In the context of the invention, a cradle arrangement is optionally understood to mean that only relative movement between the support frame and the mounting frame about the second pivot axis is permitted. Optionally, sliding bearing arrangements are provided in which the bearing elements on the mounting frame are in sliding guidance with counter bearing elements on the support frame. Specific embodiments of this cradle arrangement will be discussed in detail below.

[0013] Within the scope of the invention, an upward direction is optionally understood to mean a vertical direction. The upward direction is optionally chosen with regard to the required orientation of the vision device arrangement and, in particular, the vision device itself. The vertical direction can be the direction of gravity, especially when a vehicle on which the device is mounted is horizontally oriented.

[0014] In the context of the invention, a pan is optionally understood to be a concavely shaped component. An inner wall of the pan forms the concave wall portion. An outer wall forms the opposite wall portion, optionally any resulting convex wall portion.

[0015] It is conceivable that at least one viewing device is essentially rigidly attached to the mounting frame, and in particular that all viewing devices are essentially rigidly attached. The combination of the support frame, mounting frame, and base part, along with the corresponding bearing design, allows the viewing device, together with the mounting frame, to pivot about the first and second pivot axes, requiring only a reduced number of joint components. The base part forms a central component that accommodates both the support frame and the mounting frame, with the mounting frame being pivotable about one axis relative to the support frame.

[0016] When a viewing device is mounted on a mounting frame, the mounting frame allows, for example, a pivoting movement of the viewing device around the second pivot axis, particularly in an upward and downward direction. Simultaneously, the rotation of the support frame together with the mounting frame around the first axis allows a pivoting movement, for example, inwards and outwards around the first pivot axis. Accordingly, the viewing device can be pivoted, for example, between a folded and an extended position. It is also possible to adjust the viewing angle of the viewing device on the mounting frame using this arrangement, for example, towards and away from the vehicle body. This viewing device adjustment, or pivoting of the viewing device around the first pivot axis, can occur independently of the folding and unfolding between the folded and extended positions.Optionally, the device combines both the movement of the vision device, for example between an operating and a parking position, and an adjustment to offer the driver an optimal viewing angle.

[0017] Optionally, a principal axis of extension of the base part runs coaxially to the first joint axis. Optionally, a principal axis of extension, and in particular a rotation axis, of the joint head and / or the intermediate socket runs coaxially to this first joint axis. The same optionally applies to the sliding ring, whereby, in particular, a circular center point may be located on the first joint axis. Optionally, the joint head and the base part are detachably connected. However, an integral design is also possible. Optionally, the joint head can be slid onto the base part in the form of a slip-on cap; as mentioned, this also applies when the joint head is designed as a joint socket.

[0018] Optionally, an inner wall of the intermediate socket and an outer wall of the rod end are spaced apart, forming a relative movement gap. The sliding ring is mounted in this relative movement gap between the intermediate socket and the rod end under bearing pressure. Optionally, the relative movement gap is designed such that it extends between the rod end and the intermediate socket in such a way that, during all relative deflections between the rod end and the intermediate socket, there is no direct contact between the rod end and the intermediate socket. Optionally, the sliding ring is designed to transfer a vertical force, particularly coaxial with the first joint axis, from the mounting frame to the base component.

[0019] A corresponding relative movement gap can be formed between the inner wall of the socket joint and the outer wall of the intermediate socket joint. Optionally, the bearing and counter-bearing elements ensure that this relative movement gap is maintained during the pivoting movement of the mounting frame relative to the support frame, and in particular that no contact occurs between the inner wall of the socket joint and the outer wall of the intermediate socket joint.

[0020] The arrangement of the sliding ring between the intermediate socket and the rod end allows the mounting frame to rotate relative to the base about the first joint axis (together with the support frame) and about the second joint axis (on its own). The coupling between the mounting frame and the support frame ensures the rotatable mounting of the support frame relative to the base about the first joint axis. The use of the sliding ring allows for a durable rod end bearing arrangement that is subject to very low wear. In particular, contaminants that accumulate between the rod end and the intermediate socket can be easily removed, among other ways, via the relative movement gap. Furthermore, the design of the sliding ring guarantees a constant range of motion between the mounting frame and the base, as the sliding ring is subject to very little deformation. The adjustment of the rotational and / or...Swivel movements require rotational force, which is facilitated by the sliding ring, as only minor changes in the clearance between the mounting frame and the base part occur during the operating period.

[0021] Optionally, the sliding ring is arranged between the rod end and the intermediate socket in such a way that it forms a bearing by which the mounting frame, and in particular the intermediate socket, can be pivoted about the second axis relative to the base part or the rod end, and in particular can be pivoted in a sliding manner. A sliding bearing can also be formed between the intermediate socket, the sliding ring, and the rod end in this case. During movement about the second joint axis, the sliding ring optionally moves about the second joint axis relative to the rod end and / or relative to the intermediate socket. In particular, it moves along the inner wall of the intermediate socket and / or the outer wall of the rod end.

[0022] The sliding ring is optionally made of metal, ceramic, or glass. Optionally, it has a Brinell hardness between 200 and 900 HB. A sliding ring designed in this way reduces wear on the pivot assembly. The design and placement of the sliding ring between the intermediate socket and the ball joint accommodates shrinkage or expansion of the mounting frames, base, and support frames (optionally manufactured as plastic components) without altering the fundamental properties of the device.

[0023] Optionally, the outer wall of the joint head and / or the inner wall of the intermediate socket can have a geometry that is rotationally symmetric about the first joint axis, at least in sections, and in particular a spherical geometry at least in sections. It is conceivable that the outer wall of the joint head and the inner wall of the intermediate socket are designed as complementary geometric bodies or surfaces. In particular, both can be spherical. However, it is also conceivable to have geometries that differ from each other. For example, the joint head can be designed at least in sections as a spherical body, and the intermediate socket at least in sections as a different solid body. For example, the intermediate socket can have a conical disc geometry in sections.The same applies, in reverse, to the ball joint.

[0024] It is also conceivable to arrange channels on the intermediate socket, and in particular on the inner wall of the intermediate socket and / or the ball joint or the outer wall of the ball joint, to improve the removal of contaminants, and especially particles, from the relative movement gap. Such channels can, for example, run vertically with their main axis of extension, especially downwards in the direction of the first joint axis. Optionally, it is also conceivable to form corresponding recesses, protrusions, depressions, or spaces on the sliding ring to facilitate the removal of contaminants from the relative movement gap. These can be aligned with such channels to enable improved removal of contaminants, and especially particles.

[0025] Optionally, the intermediate socket has a through-hole through which the base part, in particular a shaft of the base part, can be guided to the support frame, optionally from an outer side of the support frame to its inner side. Optionally, the shaft can be guided through the through-hole of the intermediate socket in such a way that the intermediate socket completely surrounds the shaft. The through-hole can be designed to be complementary to the shaft in such a way that, in certain sections, the edges of the through-hole (which may include edges facing the through-hole that define its boundaries) do not come into contact with the shaft. Optionally, at least in certain sections, there is no constraint between the shaft and the through-hole. It is conceivable that, in certain areas, the through-hole or its edges serve as a pivot stop.This applies particularly when the mounting frame pivots around the second pivot axis, as described in detail below. At such a pivot stop, at least part of the base, and especially a shaft, can be obstructed by a pivoting stop.

[0026] Optionally, the feedthrough length DL of the feedthrough, which extends in a circumferential direction U2 around the second pivot axis on the outer wall of the intermediate socket, is designed such that a pivot clearance is formed in this circumferential direction U2 between the base part, and in particular the shaft of the base part, and the intermediate socket. This clearance allows movement of the intermediate socket relative to the shaft and, in particular, pivoting movement around the second pivot socket. Optionally, the feedthrough is designed as an elongated slot extending in the direction of the pivot axis A3. The pivot axis A3 optionally runs transversely to the first pivot axis A1 and the second pivot axis A2. It describes the direction of movement, in particular, that the edges of the feedthrough undergo when the mounting frame pivots around the second pivot axis relative to the base part.

[0027] In accordance with the above passages, an optional passage is provided, designed as a clearance in the intermediate socket, which allows the base part to pass through the intermediate socket. This passage optionally allows the base part, with a receiving part formed on it, to pass through. The receiving part can be formed on the ball joint. This receiving part can, as described later, serve, for example, to form a slip coupling or similar coupling. Such a receiving part also optionally allows for the arrangement of fixing elements that, for example, press the support frame towards the ball joint and the base part by applying pressure through the intermediate socket.Optionally, a fixing device in the form of a preloading device, for example a compression spring, is provided, which presses the socket and / or the intermediate socket against the rod head, thus ensuring a constant bearing pressure between the intermediate socket, sliding ring and rod head.

[0028] Such a fixing device can be force-coupled to the base part and, in particular, to the above receiving part.

[0029] The feedthrough is optionally designed to allow the mounting frame to pivot about the second pivot axis in two opposing directions. This allows, for example, a viewing device attached to the mounting frame to be pivoted upwards and downwards. As mentioned previously, the end sections, and especially the edges, of the feedthrough, and particularly the end sections of the slotted feedthrough, can serve as stops to prevent further pivoting of the mounting frame relative to the base. Optionally, stops specifically designed for this function can be provided on the intermediate plate and / or counter-stops on the base. Optionally, stops, such as projections or damping elements, can be provided in sections, particularly at the edges of the feedthrough.It is conceivable that the length of the guide and, in particular, the length of the slot define the maximum swivel angle about the second pivot axis. Optionally, the longer the slot, the greater the swivel angle.

[0030] Optionally, the intermediate socket may have an upper bearing groove on its inner wall, optionally concentric to the first joint axis, in which the sliding ring is mounted and optionally fixed against upward movement relative to the intermediate socket. Alternatively, the rod end may have a lower bearing groove on its outer wall, optionally concentric to the first joint axis, in which the sliding ring is mounted and optionally fixed against downward movement relative to the rod end. It is conceivable that the sliding ring is mounted on the inner wall of the intermediate socket and / or the outer wall of the rod end in such a way that it is fixed relative to one of these components, i.e., the intermediate socket or the rod end, and moves together with it during rotation about the first joint axis. It is also conceivable to design the rod end to be freely supported, so that it moves freely when the mounting frame pivots relative to the base part.The intermediate socket is freely movable relative to the ball joint about the first joint axis relative to both components and / or, when the mounting frame pivots relative to the base part, is freely movable about the second joint axis. In this section, the definition of upward movement and downward movement optionally refers to a direction in a neutral position of the device, namely a state in which the mounting frame is not pivoted relative to the base part about the second joint axis.

[0031] It is conceivable to provide an upper bearing groove on the intermediate socket such that the sliding ring can be mounted in it in such a way that, during the pivoting movement of the mounting frame relative to the base part about the second axis, it moves with the mounting frame and, optionally, does not pivot relative to it. It is conceivable to provide a lower bearing groove on the ball joint such that the sliding ring can be mounted in it in such a way that, during the pivoting movement of the mounting frame relative to the base part about the second axis, it moves with the ball joint and, optionally, does not pivot relative to it.

[0032] It is conceivable that the bearing groove is designed to allow force transmission from the mounting frame to the base part and, in particular, to the rod end, so that a vertical force can be transferred from top to bottom. It is also conceivable to design the bearing groove in such a way that it prevents circumferential changes to the sliding ring, especially as a result of this vertical force. This ensures, among other things, that the aforementioned clearance is maintained and that the inner wall of the intermediate socket and the outer wall of the rod end do not come into contact with each other, at least in sections. The bearing groove can serve to fix the position of the sliding ring, so that, in particular, the sliding ring does not become wedged relative to the intermediate socket and / or the rod end. The bearing groove can run concentrically to the first joint axis.

[0033] It is generally conceivable to design a plurality of sliding rings or a plurality of bearing grooves, with each bearing groove optionally being designed to be complementary to the sliding ring. The bearing groove, viewed in cross-section, can have a geometry in which the sliding ring is supported at least partially across its entire surface and is in bearing pressure with it. It is also possible to design the bearing groove such that, viewed in cross-section, it is only in point contact with the sliding ring. For example, the sliding ring, viewed in cross-section, can have a circular or similarly rounded outer wall, and the bearing groove can have straight inner walls, resulting in point bearings between the bearing groove and the sliding ring, and optionally, in the circumferential direction, line bearings, particularly in sections. The bearing groove can be designed around the circumference of the sliding ring or...Looking at the bearing groove, a linear bearing arrangement preferably results, particularly in sections, between the sliding ring and the bearing groove. This also applies optionally to a bearing design without a bearing groove, i.e., between the intermediate cup and the sliding ring and / or the ball joint and the sliding ring. A linear bearing arrangement can also optionally be present here, at least in sections. This applies in particular if drainage channels are present between the sliding ring and the intermediate cup or between the sliding ring and the ball joint, which, as mentioned above, serve to remove contaminants within the relative freedom of movement.

[0034] Optionally, the sliding ring may have a fixing element and the intermediate socket or the joint head a counter-fixing element, or vice versa, which engage with each other in such a way that the sliding ring is fixed relative to the intermediate socket or the joint head against rotation about the first joint axis A1, wherein optionally the fixing element has at least one projection extending from the axis of rotation A4, optionally from the plane of the sliding ring, and the counter-fixing element has at least one complementary projection receptacle. This can also be the reverse.

[0035] Optionally, the counter-fixing device or the fixing device can be formed in an upper bearing groove on the intermediate socket or a lower bearing groove of the ball joint.

[0036] The sliding ring can, for example, be fixed to the inner wall of the intermediate wall in such a way that it moves together with the intermediate pan relative to the

[0037] The base part moves when it is moved relative to the mounting frame about the first and / or second articulation axis. The same applies to the arrangement of the sliding ring on the base part or the ball joint. A fixing element can, for example, have at least one projection on the sliding ring that can be coupled to a projection receptacle as a counter-fixing element. A counter-fixing element can also have at least one projection that can be coupled to a corresponding projection receptacle as a fixing element.

[0038] Optionally, the sliding ring is designed as an open sliding ring, wherein at least one free end region of the sliding ring is designed as a fixing element. Such a free end region can optionally be designed as a projection and further optionally as a projection bent outwards from its axis of rotation A4, optionally from the sliding ring plane of the sliding ring.

[0039] Optionally, at least one free end of the sliding ring could be rounded. This prevents damage to the sliding ring surfaces, such as the inner wall of the intermediate socket and / or the outer wall of the ball joint.

[0040] Optionally, the second joint axis A2 and the first joint axis A1 intersect.

[0041] Optionally, the cradle bearing arrangement is designed such that at least one bearing element of the mounting frame and at least one counter bearing element of the support frame form at least one strip bearing. Optionally, at least one bearing element is designed as a convex bearing arc, particularly circular arc-shaped, and / or at least one counter bearing element is designed as a concave bearing arc, particularly circular arc-shaped, or has such an arc-shaped bearing arc. Several such bearing arcs can be used. The bearing elements and counter bearing elements are preferably designed to form a sliding bearing, with the bearing element optionally being able to slide along the counter bearing element. It is conceivable to design the bearing element as a bearing strip over its entire length. The same optionally applies to the counter bearing element.It is conceivable to design the bearing means in the form of a plurality of bearing strips, arranged in a row next to each other and / or one behind the other, which can slide along a counter-bearing means designed as a strip bearing counter-measure.

[0042] The reverse is also true. For example, one or more bearing feet are provided as bearing elements, which rest on a corresponding bearing strip as a counter-bearing element, thus enabling sliding bearing operation. It is conceivable to provide appropriate coatings, lubricants, or similar devices to improve bearing sliding between the bearing element and the counter-bearing element.

[0043] In the context of the invention, a strip bearing is understood to be a bearing having a strip-shaped bearing area. According to the invention, the force is applied to such a strip bearing as an area load, or, with a minimal bearing width, as a line load, wherein the area load extends more in a principal direction corresponding to the principal direction of the strip bearing than perpendicular to it.

[0044] It is conceivable that the bearing elements and the counter-bearing elements are integrally formed with the mounting frame or the support frame. For example, the mounting frame and / or the support frame can be manufactured as a cast component, with the bearing elements or counter-bearing elements cast integrally with it.

[0045] The strip bearing is optionally designed as a bearing with the smallest possible bearing width relative to its bearing length. The strip bearing preferably has a bearing width that comprises 10%, optionally at least less than 8%, and further optionally less than 5% of the bearing length. Optionally, the strip bearing is designed to form a line bearing. Bearing length is understood to be the length of the bearing in the relative direction of movement between the bearing element and the counter-bearing element. The bearing width extends perpendicular to this.

[0046] Optionally, at least one bearing means is formed on the outer wall of the intermediate socket, and at least one counter-bearing means is formed on the inner wall of the joint socket. Within the scope of the invention, the inner wall of the joint socket is optionally the wall that forms the bearing surface of the joint socket and faces the ball joint. The outer wall of the intermediate socket is optionally the wall that forms the outer surface of the intermediate socket and faces the ball joint. The outer wall of the ball joint is optionally the wall that forms the outer surface of the ball joint and faces the intermediate socket.

[0047] Optionally, the bearing means and counter-bearing means are arranged in the same area as the rod end bearing. Optionally, a plurality of bearing means and counter-bearing means are arranged diametrically opposite each other to the first joint axis. Optionally, bearing means are designed as sectors of a body of revolution, the axis of rotation of this body of revolution lying on the second joint axis. In such an embodiment, for example, the bearing means is designed as a bearing arc whose center point lies on the second joint axis. The same applies to the counter-bearing means. The sectors of the bodies of revolution of the bearing means and counter-bearing means preferably have different radii. Bearing means and counter-bearing means preferably have bearing surfaces that are at least partially complementary to each other.

[0048] It is conceivable that, as described below, bearing means and / or counter-bearing means are designed and are in operative connection with corresponding actuators and in particular actuators that allow an electrically or similarly machine-driven pivoting of the sighting device arrangement, or form corresponding means of attack for these actuators.

[0049] Optionally, at least one bearing element and at least one counter-bearing element may have lateral guide elements that provide fixation of the bearing element relative to the counter-bearing element in the direction of the second joint axis. Such bearing elements and counter-bearing elements can then, for example, form a sliding guide that allows pivoting about the second joint axis but prevents any other movement, especially in a direction that deviates from this second joint axis. Here, for example, movements that are translational in the direction of the second joint axis can be blocked. Such translational fixation can also be provided via the bearing seat of the sliding ring between the intermediate socket and the joint head. Here, fixation can be achieved in particular due to the geometrically complementary design between the intermediate socket and the joint head.

[0050] To achieve the aforementioned fixation between the bearing means and the counter-bearing means, lateral guides can, for example, be provided on the bearing means and / or counter-bearing means, which slide against each other, particularly in one direction along the second articulation axis. It is also conceivable to design the bearing means and counter-bearing means such that fixation between the intermediate socket and the articulation socket is ensured in one direction along the first articulation axis and, in particular, against a mutual fixation. In such an embodiment, the bearing means can have an undercut relative to the counter-bearing means, which creates this fixation. This is optionally also possible in reverse.

[0051] Optionally, at least one arc axis of at least one bearing element designed as a convex bearing arc and / or one arc axis of at least one counter bearing element designed as a concave bearing base runs coaxially to the second pivot axis. An arc axis is understood to be the axis along which the bearing arc or counter bearing arc runs with a specific radius. Concave and convex optionally refer to the arrangement of the bearing arc on the component. Both bearing arcs and counter bearing arcs optionally run around the same pivot axis. A concave bearing arc optionally forms a bearing surface on its concave inner surface, and a convex bearing arc optionally forms a convex, in particular complementary, bearing surface on its outer surface.

[0052] Optionally, the mounting frame is fixed relative to the support frame against movement in the direction of the first joint axis by means of a fixing device, in particular at least one fixing bolt, which extends parallel to the second pivot axis between the mounting frame and the support frame and is supported on the latter by means of axle bearings. Optionally, the fixing is achieved in the direction of the first pivot axis to prevent the mounting frame and the support frame from moving away from each other. The fixing device and axle bearing can optionally be configured to form a bearing and a counter-bearing for the cradle arrangement.In such a case, the fixing means can optionally be designed as a bearing bolt, while the counter bearing means is designed as at least one elongated hole through which the bolt can be passed and moved along the arc axis of the elongated hole, so that pivoting between the mounting frame and the support frame is made possible.

[0053] Optionally, the device comprises a first actuating means, optionally electric, with a drive gear that is in force coupling with an output gear on the base part, in particular on a shaft, optionally at least partially surrounding it, such that the support frame can be rotated relative to the base part by means of the actuating means. Optionally, the actuating means transmits a force to the drive gear, which is then converted into a relative rotation between the base part and the support frame via the force coupling between the drive gear and the output gear. Optionally, it is also conceivable that a second actuating means, optionally electric, is provided, with a drive gear that is in force coupling with an output gear on the mounting frame and in particular on at least one bearing of the mounting frame, such that the mounting frame can be pivoted relative to the support frame.It is also conceivable to provide the output gear at the counter bearing if the latter is located on the mounting frame. The input and output gears can, for example, be designed as gear units that are force-coupled. A gear arc can be provided at the bearing or counter bearing, to which a mating gear, in particular a worm gear, is force-coupled. Optionally, the force coupling between the input and output gears is designed such that a pivot lock is formed when an external force is applied to the device, which, without this force coupling, would cause the base part or the support frame to pivot relative to the mounting frame. Such a lock can include a locking mechanism that disengages when a threshold force is exceeded.Such designs can be, for example, slip clutches or similar overload clutches.

[0054] Optionally, the first and second actuating means are both arranged on the support frame and, in particular, in an interior space of such a support frame.

[0055] Optionally, the mounting frame can at least partially enclose the support frame, and optionally, the support frame can be arranged and mounted within the mounting frame in the form of a cradle. It is conceivable that the support frame is essentially completely enclosed within the mounting frame and / or, in turn, is essentially completely closed, forming an interior space. When the actuators, in particular, but also the drive and / or output gears, are arranged on the support frame, such a closed support frame provides reliable encapsulation of the often sensitive components. It is also conceivable to design the support frame as a module so that it can be inserted into the mounting frame fully assembled, especially together with installed actuators and corresponding gears. After inserting the support frame into the mounting frame, or...After the cradle arrangement between the support frame and the mounting frame has been formed, a viewing device cap can optionally be attached to the mounting frame, so that the support frame is essentially completely enclosed. The viewing device cap optionally includes a viewing device. Alternatively, a viewing device can be attached to the mounting frame. This viewing device optionally includes a viewing device cap that then essentially completely surrounds the support frame. By designing the support frame as a carrier, particularly for the confirmation devices and gears, a construction is achieved in which the mounting frame can be very slim. In particular, it is conceivable to attach only very thin components with reduced volume, such as a mirror, a camera, or a sensor, to the mounting frame.

[0056] Optionally, the drive and / or output gears can form a rotation lock, preventing relative movement between the support frame and the base about the first articulation axis as a result of an externally applied torque to the support frame. Optionally, a slip clutch or similar overload clutch is provided, which releases the rotation lock when a defined overload torque acts on the support frame, for example, as a result of an object or person colliding with the lateral end of a viewing device with which the support frame is in force coupling. Such a design can also be provided between the support frame and the mounting frame if, for example, a defined overload torque acts on the viewing device on the mounting frame.

[0057] As mentioned at the outset, the invention also relates to a vision device equipped with a device described herein, and to a vehicle equipped with such a device. For reasons of redundancy, corresponding embodiments are not discussed in detail here, but rather reference is made to all definitions of the device that may be configured on the corresponding vision device or the vehicle.

[0058] Further embodiments of the invention are set out in the dependent claims.

[0059] In the following, embodiments of the invention are explained in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These show: Fig. 1 a partially disassembled spatial representation of a first embodiment of the device according to the invention; Fig. 2 a cross-section through the embodiment according to Fig. 1 ; Fig. 3 a further partially disassembled spatial representation of the embodiment according to Fig. 1; Fig. 4 a partially disassembled spatial detail view of the embodiment according to Fig. 3 Figs. 5-10 are partially cutaway views of a further embodiment of the device according to the invention; Fig. 11 is a detailed view of a fixing means according to the illustration from Fig. 10 Fig. 12 shows an embodiment of the sliding ring according to the invention; Fig. 13 shows a partially cutaway view of another embodiment of the device according to the invention; Fig. 14 shows a detailed view according to the illustration from Fig. 13 Fig. 15 shows a further embodiment of the sliding ring according to the invention; and Fig. 16 shows a detailed view of a base part of the embodiment according to the invention. Fig. 13 .

[0060] In the following, the same reference numbers are used for identical and similarly functioning components, although high indices are sometimes used for differentiation.

[0061] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) have the same meaning, and in particular a meaning as generally understood by a person skilled in the art in this field when interpreted in the context of the description and the drawings. It is further understood that terms are to be interpreted as defined in commonly used dictionaries with respect to the relevant technical field and not in an idealized or overly formal sense, unless explicitly defined otherwise. In certain cases, a detailed description of well-known devices and methods may be omitted to avoid redundancy. The description of specific embodiments and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the invention.The singular forms "ein" and "der" may also include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. The expression "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the related listed items. It is understood that the terms "umbandt" and / or "umfassend" indicate the presence of the named features but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features. Furthermore, it is understood that if a particular step of a procedure is indicated as following another step, it may follow directly after that other step, or one or more intermediate steps may be performed before the particular step is carried out, unless otherwise indicated.Similarly, it is understood that if a connection between structures or components is described, this connection may be direct or via intermediate structures or components, unless otherwise specified. Reference is made in its entirety to the disclosure content of all publications, patent applications, patents, and other literature mentioned herein. In case of conflict, this specification, including its definitions, shall prevail.

[0062] The invention is described here with reference to the accompanying drawings, which show embodiments of the invention. However, the invention can also be implemented in many different forms and should not be understood as being limited to the embodiments presented here. Rather, the embodiments are given here so that the present disclosure is detailed and complete and presents the scope of the invention to the person skilled in the art in a complete yet exemplary manner. The description of the exemplary embodiments should be read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, which are to be considered part of the entire written description. In the drawings, the absolute and relative sizes of systems, components, layers, and areas may be exaggerated for the sake of clarity.Embodiments may be described with reference to schematic and / or cross-sectional illustrations, idealized embodiments, and intermediate structures of the invention. Relative terms and their derivations should be understood as referring to the orientation as described or shown in the drawing under discussion. These relative terms serve for clarity and do not require that the system be set up or operated in a specific orientation unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any of the disclosed devices or parts thereof may be combined or further divided into parts unless specifically stated otherwise. The mere fact that certain measures are listed in different sections or claims does not indicate that a combination of these measures cannot be advantageously undertaken.In particular, all conceivable combinations of the claims shall be considered to be inherently disclosed. In this description, words such as "essentially", "approximately" or "generally / generally" shall be interpreted as including at least deviations of a dimension of 10% or less, preferably 5% or less, or deviations from a shape that would still fall within the scope of the relevant definition for a person skilled in the art, unless otherwise specified.

[0063] For the sake of clarity and a stringent description, features are usually described here as part of one or separate embodiments; however, it goes without saying that the scope of the invention may also include embodiments that have combinations of all or some of the described features.

[0064] The Figures 1 to 4The illustrations show a first embodiment of the device according to the invention. This device is also suitable for adjusting a vision device arrangement, such as a mirror arrangement or a camera arrangement for a motor vehicle. However, these arrangements are not shown in the illustrations; they are known from the prior art.

[0065] The device according to the invention comprises a base part 10, a mounting frame 30, and a support frame 50. As already mentioned, the base part 10 is designed in particular for attachment to the body of a motor vehicle. Such attachment can be rigid, so that, in particular with regard to Fig. 1 the base part can serve as a fixed point for the device.

[0066] The mounting frame 30 is designed for mounting a viewing device, such as a mirror, a camera, or corresponding sensor devices or other components, which serve in particular to improve visibility and safety during vehicle operation. This viewing device can be rigidly attached to the mounting frame 30, so that it moves as soon as the mounting frame moves relative to the base part 10. According to the invention, optionally no further adjustment device, i.e., no joint arrangement, no actuator, etc., is provided between the mounting frame and the viewing device to move the viewing device relative to the mounting frame.

[0067] The support frame 50 is attached to the base part 10 by means of a first joint arrangement such that it can only be rotated relative to the base part about a first joint axis A1. This first joint axis A1 runs essentially in an upward direction. The definition of the term "upward" was already provided in the introductory section. The support frame 10 is rotatable in such a way that it can pivot, for example, between an extended position (e.g., a driving position) and a folded position (e.g., a parked position). Since the first joint arrangement, as described below, is designed as a rod end bearing arrangement, and the support frame 10 can pivot about the first joint axis A1, this pivoting is also referred to as rotation, whereby the support frame 50 rotates about the first joint axis A1 relative to the base part 10.Optionally, the parts of this joint arrangement are arranged concentrically with their joint surfaces around the first joint axis A1.

[0068] As described in the introductory section, the unfolded position can also be defined as a position in which the support frame 50 is, for example, essentially oriented transversely to the vehicle body. A folded position can be defined as a position in which the support frame is, for example, essentially oriented along the vehicle body. As described below, the support frame is coupled to the mounting frame in such a way that it can be rotated together with the mounting frame about the first axis of rotation.

[0069] The mounting frame 30, in turn, is arranged on the support frame 50 by means of a second hinge arrangement such that it can only pivot relative to the support frame 50 about a second hinge axis A2. As shown in particular in Fig. 1As shown, this second joint axis runs perpendicular to the first joint axis.

[0070] As especially in the Figs. 1 and 3 As can be seen, the arrangement between the support frame and the mounting frame, optionally using the weighing bearing arrangement, results in a cradle construction, with the support frame being arranged in the form of a cradle within the mounting frame. In the Fig. 1 In the illustrated embodiment, only a lower part of the mounting frame 30 is shown. It is conceivable that the mounting frame 30 is designed by means of a cap, and in particular a viewing element cap, such that it completely surrounds the support frame. A viewing element can also be designed as, or have, such a cap. Pivoting of the support frame relative to the mounting frame is therefore possible within a mounting frame 30 designed in this way.

[0071] The support frame 50 can itself also be designed as a closed or partially closed component (see Fig. 1 ). Optionally, it contains 57 pages on its inside (see Fig. 3 Actuating means, such as motors and in particular electrically driven motors, which enable pivoting of the mounting frame 30 relative to the support frame 50 and of the support frame 50 relative to the base part 10. In addition to these actuating means, which are not shown in the figures for the sake of simplicity, corresponding drive gears can be provided in the support frame, which are in force coupling with the actuating means. The drive gears in turn can then be connected to corresponding output gears (see, for example, Figure 1). Fig. 4 , reference 11 or Fig. 3Reference numeral 31) are in force coupling, thus enabling the corresponding rotational and pivoting movements. Output gears can also be arranged in the support frame.

[0072] The first joint arrangement comprises a rod end bearing arrangement with a rod end 12 on the base part 10 and a socket 51 on the support frame 50, wherein the rod end 12 is received by the socket 51. As already explained in the introductory section, it is also possible to design the device in an inverted configuration, with the rod end then being on the support frame 50 and the socket 51 on the base part 10. All other components associated with this arrangement must then be designed accordingly. This also applies, of course, to all features mentioned here relating to these components and their arrangement relative to the base part and the support frame.

[0073] In this embodiment, the ball joint 12 is detachably connected to the base part 10. It is designed as a plug-in joint, so that it is pushed onto the base part via a shaft 14 of the base part and optionally fixed there about the first articulation axis A1. The ball joint 12 can also have receiving means 13 for the output gear 11 and / or for further coupling devices, for example a slip clutch or a similar overload clutch 85. This overload clutch can release a force coupling, particularly between the drive and output gears between the support frame and the base part, when a defined overload torque is applied to the support frame 50, but also, of course, to the mounting frame 30, which is coupled to the support frame 50, and especially to a sighting device arranged on the mounting frame 30, thus enabling emergency rotation.One such emergency rotation is the folding in of an exterior mirror when subjected to an external load that causes an overload torque. In this example, the overload coupling 85 is provided with a plurality of coupling rings 86, 88, which are force-coupled by a compression spring 87 against the base part 10 or the ball joint 12, respectively, via the support frame and the output gear 11. According to the invention, the components of the overload coupling can also be arranged in the interior 57 of the support frame. For mounting, the support frame optionally has a cover 92, which is detachably attached to the support frame 50. In this embodiment, the cover 92 can be designed such that it applies the preload required for the overload coupling 85 to the compression spring 87.

[0074] The joint head 12 and the joint socket 51 are optionally designed such that the joint socket 51 at least partially surrounds the joint head 12. Optionally, the joint socket 51 is designed such that it surrounds the joint head 12 in a substantially semi-shell-like manner, so that, in the absence of any fixation means, the joint head 12 can be inserted into the joint socket 51, particularly in the direction of the first joint axis A1.

[0075] As in the Figs. 1 and 2As shown, the mounting frame 30 has an intermediate socket 36, which is arranged between the socket 51 and the rod end 12. This intermediate socket 36 is designed such that it can also be received by the socket 51. The intermediate socket is also designed to receive the rod end. Here, too, the previously given definition of the designs of the intermediate socket and the rod end, or of the intermediate socket and the socket, applies in order to allow mutual insertion and reception.

[0076] As particularly in Fig. 2 As shown, the socket, the intermediate socket and the head of the joint form a layered arrangement, with the outer layer, namely the socket, and the innermost layer, namely the head of the joint, enclosing the intermediate socket between them.

[0077] As further described, in addition to the first joint arrangement, designed as a rod end bearing arrangement, a second joint arrangement in the form of a rocker bearing arrangement is provided. This comprises at least one bearing element 32 arranged on the mounting frame and at least one complementary counter-bearing element 52 arranged on the support frame 50. These are guided in such a way that the mounting frame 30 can pivot relative to the support frame 50 only about the second joint axis A2 via these bearing elements and counter-bearing elements. Optionally, the bearing elements and counter-bearing elements of the rocker bearing arrangement form a sliding bearing.

[0078] According to the invention, the intermediate socket 36 is rotationally fixed relative to the joint socket 51 about the first joint axis A1 by the bearing means 32 and / or the counter bearing means 52. Among other things, it is therefore only rotatable relative to the joint head 12 about the first joint axis A1 together with the joint socket 51, namely when the support frame 50, for example via an electrical actuator, rotates relative to the base part 10. In contrast, the cradle bearing arrangement allows the mounting frame to pivot independently relative to the support frame.

[0079] When a viewing device is mounted on the mounting frame 30, the mounting frame allows, for example, a pivoting movement of the viewing device about the second pivot axis, particularly in an upward and downward direction, while the rotation of the support frame together with the mounting frame allows a pivoting movement, for example, in an inward and outward direction about the first pivot axis. Accordingly, the viewing device can be pivoted, for example, between a folded and an unfolded position. It is also possible to adjust the viewing angle of the viewing device on the mounting frame using this arrangement, for example, towards and away from the vehicle body. This viewing device adjustment, or pivoting of the viewing device about the first pivot axis, can occur independently of the folding and unfolding between the folded and unfolded positions.Optionally, the device combines both the movement of the vision device, for example between an operating and a parking position, and an adjustment to offer the driver an optimal viewing angle.

[0080] As especially in the Figures 1 to 3 As shown, at least one sliding ring 70 is arranged between the rod end 12 and the intermediate socket 36, forming a sliding bearing between the rod end 12 and the intermediate socket 36, allowing the mounting frame 30 to be slidably rotated relative to the base part 10 about the first joint axis A1. Optionally, the intermediate socket 36 and the rod end 12 form an interference fit via the sliding ring 70, whereby bearing forces, particularly in the direction of the first joint axis A1, are transferred from the mounting frame 30 or support frame 50 via the sliding ring 70 to the rod end 12 or the base part 10.

[0081] Optionally, the sliding ring 70 is arranged between the rod end 12 and the intermediate socket 36 such that it forms a sliding bearing, allowing the mounting frame 30, and in particular the intermediate socket, to pivot about the second axis relative to the base part 10 or the rod end, and especially to pivot in a sliding manner. A sliding bearing can also be formed between the intermediate socket, the sliding ring, and the rod end in this case. During movement about the second joint axis, the sliding ring optionally moves about the second joint axis relative to the rod end and / or relative to the intermediate socket. In particular, it moves along the inner wall of the intermediate socket and / or the outer wall of the rod end.

[0082] Optionally, as mentioned, when the mounting frame 30 pivots about the second joint axis A2, the sliding ring also moves in a pivoting movement about the second joint axis, relative to the intermediate socket 36 and / or the ball joint 12. This relative movement optionally depends, among other things, on whether the sliding ring 70 is fixed to the intermediate socket or the ball joint 12, as will be described in detail below.

[0083] It should be noted that, optionally, the pivot angles of the support frame relative to the base frame can be larger than the pivot angles between the support frame and the mounting frame. The device is optionally designed such that a rotation angle about the first axis of rotation between support frame 50 and base part 10 is at least 60 percent, optionally at least 70 percent, and further optionally at least 80 percent larger than the pivot angle of the mounting frame 30 relative to the support frame 50. Since the mounting frame 30 is rocker-mounted on the support frame 50, this also applies to the pivot angle of the mounting frame 30 relative to the base part 10 about the second pivot axis.

[0084] Optionally, the sliding ring 70 is arranged concentrically to the first joint axis A1. Optionally, the rod end 12 is arranged concentrically to the first joint axis A1, and optionally, the intermediate socket and / or the joint socket are designed concentrically to the first joint axis A1.

[0085] The Figures 5 to 11 show another embodiment, which is the embodiment according to the Figures 1 to 4 It is similar, in particular identical, in different views and detailed views. For the sake of simplicity, reference is optionally made to the previously mentioned passages of the previously described embodiment regarding the basic construction of this embodiment.

[0086] This is particularly noticeable in Fig. 5The inner wall 38 of the intermediate socket 36 and the outer wall 19 of the rod end 12 are spaced apart, forming a relative movement gap 20. The sliding ring 70 is supported in this relative movement gap 20 between the intermediate socket 36 and the rod end 12 under bearing pressure; a sliding bearing is formed between the inner wall of the intermediate socket, the outer wall of the rod end, and the sliding ring. Optionally, particularly in this context, the sliding ring is made of metal, ceramic, or glass, optionally having a Brinell hardness between 200 and 900 HB. This results in low wear of the sliding ring, which, due to its design, must withstand very high loads.

[0087] A corresponding relative motion gap 40 (see Fig. 6A gap can be formed between the inner wall 58 of the ball joint 51 and the outer wall 35 of the intermediate ball joint 36. Optionally, the bearing means 32 and counter bearing means 52 ensure that this relative movement gap 40 is maintained during the pivoting movement of the mounting frame relative to the support frame. Optionally, the ball joint 51 and the intermediate ball joint 36 are in contact with each other exclusively via the correspondingly arranged bearing means 32 and counter bearing means 52, respectively. The same optionally applies to the intermediate ball joint 36 and the ball joint head 12, which are in contact with each other exclusively via the sliding ring 70.

[0088] The aforementioned relative movement spaces 20, 40 guarantee a reproducible sliding resistance between the components that can pivot relative to each other and, in addition, optionally allow the removal of contaminants that accumulate between the respective components. It is also conceivable to arrange suitable sliding aids, such as greases, oils, or coatings, on and between the bearing elements, counter-bearing elements, and sliding ring, which improve the sliding contact between the components.

[0089] As especially in the Figs. 5 and 6As can be seen, the outer wall 19 of the rod end 12 and / or the inner wall 38 of the intermediate socket 36 exhibit, at least partially, a geometry rotationally symmetrical about the first joint axis A1, in particular a spherical geometry at least partially. In the embodiment shown here, the respective components, i.e., rod end 12 and intermediate socket 36, have spherical geometries with a common spherical center. They differ in their radii. The same applies to the joint socket 51, which also has a correspondingly rotationally symmetrical geometry in sections and, in this embodiment, optionally a spherical geometry in sections. The respective geometries of the rod end, intermediate socket, and joint socket are complementary to each other at least partially, so that a sandwich arrangement of the respective components relative to each other is possible.It is conceivable to design at least one component as a sectionally spherical component and to implement the correspondingly associated component with a different geometry. For example, the intermediate socket can have a conical disc geometry, in the inner surface of which the rod end 12 is fitted with the sliding ring 70 interposed. Such an arrangement can also exist between the rod end 51 and the intermediate socket 36. It is also conceivable to design the geometries, in particular those of the intermediate socket, at least sectionally, such that the inner wall 38 of the intermediate socket follows a different geometry than the outer wall 35. For example, a spherical geometry can be provided on the inner surface at least sectionally, while a different geometry is formed on the outer surface, or vice versa.

[0090] As especially in the Figures 8 to 10As shown in detail, the intermediate pan 36 optionally has a passage 39 through which the base part, and in particular a shaft 14 of the base part, can be connected to the support frame 50, optionally from an outer side 56 of the support frame 50 to an inner side 57 (see Fig. 3 ), is feasible. This implementation 39 optionally has an implementation length DL (see Fig. 1 ) which extends in a circumferential direction U2 about the second pivot axis A2 along the wall of the intermediate socket. The design is such that a pivot clearance 15 is formed in this circumferential direction U2 between the base part 10, and in particular the shaft 14, and the intermediate socket 36, which allows movement of the intermediate socket 36 relative to the base part 10 or the shaft 14 and in particular a pivoting movement about the second pivot axis A2 (see also Fig. 1 ).

[0091] The acetabulum 51, as is particularly evident in the Figs. 8 and 9As shown, a passage 59 is optionally provided through which the base part 10, and in particular a shaft 14, can be guided from the outside 56 into the interior or onto the inside 57 of the support frame 50. This passage 59 is optionally arranged concentrically to the first pivot axis A1. It optionally surrounds the base part 10, and in particular its shaft 14, completely and in particular circularly. The passage 59 is optionally designed such that no contact occurs between the support frame 50 and the base part 10 when the support frame 50 rotates relative to the base part 10. The passage can have stop and, in particular, guide elements that serve to guide the support frame relative to the base part during rotation about the first pivot axis. The stop elements can, for example, bear against counter-stop elements on the base part, in particular on a shaft thereof.

[0092] Optionally, this opening 59 is designed to at least partially cover the opening 39 and, in particular, an elongated opening 39 of the intermediate pan. This prevents the ingress of contaminant particles. It is also conceivable to provide sealant between the side edges of the opening 39 and 59, which is at least partially in contact with the base part 1 and, in particular, the shaft.

[0093] Optionally, this passage 39, as exemplified in this embodiment, is designed as an elongated hole extending in the direction of the pivoting axis A3 (see Fig. 2 ) extends. This pivoting axis A3 represents the movement of the feedthrough or edges 82 (see Fig. 9) and in particular end faces 82. These move in the direction of this pivoting axis A3. This pivoting axis A3 is arc-shaped, the arc optionally having a center on the second pivoting axis A2. Optionally, the feedthrough, and in particular an end face 82, moves in an arc-shaped manner along the pivoting axis A3 about the second pivoting axis A2.

[0094] It is conceivable that the end faces 82 of this bushing may have locking means, so that a swivel angle is limited by these locking means striking the base part 10 and, in particular, its shaft or a correspondingly provided counter-stop. Optionally, these means are arranged diametrically opposite to the first pivot axis A1 on the bushing.

[0095] As in the Figs. 5 to 11As shown by way of example, at least one upper bearing groove 80, optionally extending concentrically to the first joint axis A1, is provided on the inner wall 38 of the intermediate socket 36, in which the sliding ring 70 is mounted. In particular, the sliding ring 70 is optionally fixed against movement relative to the intermediate socket 36 in the upward direction, i.e., in the direction of the first joint axis A1.

[0096] As in the Figs. 13 to 16As shown in a further embodiment, it is alternatively possible that the rod end 12 has a lower bearing groove 81 on its outer wall 19, optionally extending concentrically to the first joint axis A1, in which the sliding ring 70 is mounted and optionally fixed against movement relative to the rod end 12 in a downward direction, i.e., along the first joint axis A1. These bearing grooves were implemented particularly in the introductory section. The bearing grooves optionally fix the sliding ring to the component on which the bearing groove is formed, so that the sliding ring moves together with the component of the bearing groove at least along one axis. This fixation can be uniaxial or multiaxial.

[0097] The sliding ring 70 optionally includes a fixing means 72, and the intermediate cup 36 or the ball joint 12 (depending on the embodiment according to the Figures 5 to 11 and 13 to 16A counter-fixing means, or vice versa, engages with each other in such a way that the sliding ring 70 is fixed relative to the intermediate socket 36 or the ball joint 12 against rotation about the first joint axis A1. The fixing means and counter-fixing means can be designed such that the sliding ring is fixed relative to the intermediate socket or the ball joint against movement, particularly in the direction of the first joint axis A1. The above refers to an orientation in which the mounting frame is not pivoted about the second joint axis – the neutral position already mentioned.

[0098] Optionally, the fixing agent 72 has at least one from the orbital axis A4 (see Fig. 12), optionally a projection 71 projecting from the sliding ring plane of the sliding ring 70, and the counter-fixing means 74 has at least one complementary projection receptacle 73, or vice versa. In this embodiment, the projection receptacle is a recess into which the projection 71 can be inserted, thus fixing the sliding ring 70, in particular against rotation about the first joint axis (see Fig. 11 Depending on the embodiment, the counter-fixing element can be located on the joint head or the intermediate cup. It is also conceivable to have a counter-fixing element on the sliding ring, for example in the form of a recess, and a fixing element on the intermediate cup or the joint head, for example in the form of a projection complementary to the recess. For such an embodiment, everything previously described regarding fixing elements and counter-fixing elements applies.

[0099] It is conceivable that the counter-fixing means 74 or the fixing means 72 are arranged or formed in an upper bearing groove on the intermediate socket 36 or a lower bearing groove 81 of the rod head 12.

[0100] In the embodiments shown here according to the Figures 5 to 16 The sliding ring is optionally designed as an open sliding ring 70. In the embodiments according to Figures 1 to 4 It is optionally designed as a closed sliding ring. With an open sliding ring 70, it is conceivable that at least one free end region 76 (see Fig. 12 ) of the sliding ring 70 is designed as a fixing element 72, optionally as a projection 71, and is further optionally bent out of the orbital axis A4, optionally out of the sliding ring plane of the sliding ring 70. It is also conceivable that a free end region 76 of the sliding ring is rounded.

[0101] As already mentioned, the different designs of the bearing grooves 80, 81 for the sliding ring are in the Figures 5 to 11 or 13 to 16. In the embodiment according to the Figs. 13 to 16 At least one counter-fixation means 74 is formed in the form of a projection on the joint head 12, into which the complementary fixation means 72 or a bent projection 71 of the sliding ring 70 can engage in a fixing manner.

[0102] Another example is with Fig. 16 An embodiment is shown in which at least one channel 90 is formed on an outer wall 19 of the ball joint head, which serves to remove contaminants within the range of motion 20. This channel is covered by the sliding ring 70, forming a discharge space, so that contaminants and, in particular, particles can also be removed downwards and, especially, in the direction of the first joint axis A1. A corresponding design can also be formed between the ball joint socket and the intermediate socket.

[0103] Optionally, the first and second joint axes can intersect.

[0104] As especially in the Figs. 1 and 5 to 7It is conceivable that the cradle bearing arrangement is designed such that at least one bearing means 32 of the mounting frame 30 and at least one counter bearing means 52 of the support frame 50 form at least one strip bearing, wherein optionally one bearing means 32 has at least one convex bearing arc 34, in particular circular arc-shaped, and / or one counter bearing means 52 has at least one concave bearing arc 54, in particular circular arc-shaped. These arcs are in force coupling with each other, and in particular in sliding bearing force coupling. When the mounting frame moves relative to the support frame about the second pivot axis A2, the bearing means and the counter bearing means slide relative to each other. Optionally, they form a guide. For this purpose, lateral guide means 33, 53 can also be provided. They can form a guide between the mounting frame and the support frame when the mounting frame pivots about the second pivot axis.They can provide guidance and, in particular, blockage against movement of the mounting frame relative to the support frame along the second joint axis.

[0105] It is also conceivable that bearing means 32 and counter bearing means 52 are formed outside the area of ​​the socket 51, intermediate socket 36 and rod end 12. This is exemplified in Fig. 1 As shown. In this embodiment, these externally arranged bearing means have output gears 31 which are in force coupling, in particular with actuating means that are optionally arranged in the support frame. In particular, they are in force coupling with drive gears. However, output gears can also be designed without a bearing function.

[0106] It is also conceivable that at least one bearing means 32 is formed on the outer wall 38 of the intermediate socket 36 and at least one counter bearing means 52 is formed on the inner wall 58 of the joint socket 51. Optionally, the bearing means and / or counter bearing means are formed integrally with their respective associated components, i.e., intermediate socket or joint socket.

[0107] In particular Fig. 6This shows that it is possible for at least one bearing means 32 and at least one counter bearing means 52 to have lateral guide means 33, 53, by means of which a fixation of the bearing means 32 relative to the counter bearing means 52, and optionally also of the mounting frame relative to the support frame, is provided against a force component acting in the direction of the second articulation axis A2. The bearing means and counter bearing means can form a guide for movement of the mounting frame in one direction about the second articulation axis. In the case of a force acting on the mounting frame or the support frame in the direction of the second articulation axis, these lateral guide means 33, 53 optionally prevent the articulation socket from striking the intermediate socket and / or maintain the relative movement gap 40.

[0108] It is conceivable that an arc axis of at least one bearing element 32 designed as a concave bearing arc 34 and / or an arc axis of at least one counter bearing element 52 designed as a concave bearing arc 54 runs about an axis coaxial with the second pivot axis A2. This means that the arcs can trace a circular arc around the second pivot axis, at least in segments. The respective arcs can have a common center point, which optionally lies on the second pivot axis.

[0109] Optionally, a fixing device, optionally in the form of a preloading device, here for example a compression spring 87, is provided, which presses the socket and / or the intermediate socket against the rod head, thus causing a constant bearing pressure between the intermediate socket, sliding ring and rod head.

[0110] As especially in the Figs. 1 and 2As shown, it is conceivable that the mounting frame 30 is fixed relative to the support frame 50 against movement in the direction of the first articulation axis A1 by means of a fixing element, in particular a fixing bolt 55, which optionally extends parallel to the second articulation axis A2 between the mounting frame 30 and the support frame 50 and is supported on the latter by means of axle bearing elements 59. Such a fixing optionally guarantees, in particular after triggering of the previously described overload clutch, the cohesion of the components secured by the fixing bolt or the fixing element. In this embodiment, the fixing element and in particular the fixing bolt 55 is mounted in an elongated hole (not shown) in the component 84, which is optionally also designed here as a bearing element 32. This elongated hole optionally also surrounds the second articulation axis A2 in a circular arc. If the mounting frame 30 pivots relative to the support frame 50, the fixing element or the fixing element can thus be moved.the fixing bolt 55 slides transversely along its axis of extension. Reference symbol list

[0111] 1 Device 10 Base part 11 Output gear on base part 12 Rod end 13 Mounting means 14 Shaft 15 Swivel clearance 19 Outer wall of the rod end or outside 20 Relative movement gap 30 Mounting frame 31 Output gear on mounting frame 32 Bearing means 33 Lateral guide means 34 Convex bearing arc 35 Outer wall of the intermediate socket or outside 36 Intermediate socket 38 Inner wall of the intermediate socket or inside 39 Feedthrough 40 Relative movement gap 50 Support frame 51 Rod end 52 Counter bearing means 53 Lateral guide means 54 Convex bearing arc 55 Fixing means, in particular fixing bolts 56 Outer space or outside of the support frame 57 Inner space orInside of the support frame 58 Inner wall of the joint socket 59 Feedthrough 59 Axle bearing means 70 Sliding ring 71 Projection 72 Fixing means 73 Projection receptacle 74 Counter-fixing means 76 Free end area 80 Upper bearing groove 81 Lower bearing groove 82 End face of the feedthrough 84 Component 85 Overload coupling 86 Coupling ring 87 Compression spring 88 Coupling ring 90 Channel 92 Cover A1 First joint axis A2 Second joint axis A3 Swivel axis A4 Circulating axis DL Feedthrough length U2 Circumferential direction.

Claims

1. Device (1) for adjusting a viewing means arrangement, such as for example a mirror arrangement or a camera arrangement for a motor vehicle, comprising a base part (10), a mounting frame (30), and a support frame (50), wherein: the base part (10) is designed in particular for attaching to a body of the motor vehicle, the mounting frame (30) is designed for mounting a viewing means, such as a mirror or a camera, the support frame (50) is arranged on the base part (10) by means of a first joint arrangement such that it can rotate relative to the base part (2) only about a first joint axis (A1), which extends in a substantially upward direction, for example between a folded-in position in which the support frame (50) is aligned substantially along the body of the motor vehicle, for example, and a folded-out position, in which the support frame (50) is aligned substantially transversely to the body, for example, the mounting frame (30) is arranged on the support frame (50) by means of a second joint arrangement such that it can be pivoted relative to the support frame (50) only about a second joint axis (A2), which extends substantially transversely to the first joint axis (A1), the first joint arrangement comprises a joint head bearing arrangement, with a joint head (12) on the base part (10) and a joint socket (51) on the support frame (50), wherein the joint head (12) is received by the joint socket (51), characterised in that the second joint arrangement comprises a cradle bearing arrangement, with at least one bearing means (32) arranged on the mounting frame (30), and at least one complementary counter bearing means (52) arranged on the support frame (50), which are in sliding guide with one another such that the mounting frame (30) can only pivot relative to the support frame (50) about the second joint axis (A2), the mounting frame (30) has an intermediate socket (36) which is arranged between the joint socket (51) and the joint head (12), the intermediate socket (36) is rotationally fixed by the bearing means (32) and the counter bearing means (52) relative to the joint socket (51) about the first joint axis (A1) and can be rotated relative to the joint head (12) together with the joint socket (51) about the first joint axis (A1), and wherein at least one sliding ring (70) is arranged between the joint head (12) and the intermediate socket (36), forming a sliding bearing between the joint head (12) and the intermediate socket (36), via which the mounting frame (30) can be rotated in a sliding manner relative to the base part (10) about the first joint axis (AI) and about the second joint axis (A2).

2. Device according to claim 1, characterised in that an inner wall (38) of the intermediate socket (36) and an outer wall (19) of the joint head (12) are spaced apart from each other to form a relative movement gap (20), wherein the sliding ring (70) is mounted in this relative movement gap (20) between the intermediate socket (36) and the joint head (12) under bearing pressure.

3. Device according to claim 1 or 2, characterised in that the sliding ring (70) is made of metal, ceramic or glass, and optionally has a Brinell hardness between 200-900 HB.

4. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that an outer wall (19) of the joint head (12) and / or an inner wall (38) of the intermediate socket (36) has at least in sections a rotationally symmetrical geometry about the first joint axis (A1), in particular, a geometry that is spherical at least in sections .

5. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the intermediate socket (36) has a feed-through (39), via which a shaft (14) of the base part (10) can be fed through to the support frame (50), optionally from an outer side (56) of the support frame (50) to an inner side (57), wherein the feed-through length (DL) of the feed-through (39) extends in a circumferential direction (U2) about the second joint axis (A2) on an outer wall (35) of the intermediate socket (36), such that in this circumferential direction (U2) a pivot clearance (15) is created between the shaft (14) of the base part (10) and the intermediate socket (36), allowing a movement of the intermediate socket (36) relative to the shaft (14), and in particular a pivoting movement about the second joint axis (A2), wherein optionally the feed-through (39) is designed as an elongated hole that extends in the direction of the pivoting movement axis (A3).

6. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the intermediate socket (36) has an upper bearing groove (80) on an inner wall (38), which optionally runs concentrically to the first joint axis (AI), in which the sliding ring (70) is mounted, and is optionally fixed against a movement relative to the intermediate socket (36) in the upward direction, or the joint head (12) has a lower bearing groove (81) on an outer wall (19), optionally running concentrically to the first joint axis (AI), in which the sliding ring (70) is mounted, and is optionally fixed against movement relative to the joint head (12) in the downward direction and / or against a rotation about the first joint axis (AI).

7. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the sliding ring (70) has a fixing means (72) and the intermediate socket (36) or the joint head (12) has a counter-fixing means (74), or vice versa, which engage with each other in such a way that the sliding ring (70) is fixed relative to the intermediate socket (36) or the joint head (12) against a rotation about the first joint axis (AI), wherein the fixing means (72) optionally has at least one projection (71) protruding from the rotational axis (A4), optionally from the sliding ring plane of the sliding ring (70), and the counter-fixing means (74) has at least one complementary projection receptacle (73), or vice versa.

8. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the sliding ring (70) is an open sliding ring (70), wherein optionally at least one free end region (76) of the sliding ring (70) is designed as fixing means (72), optionally as projection (71), and further optionally is bent out from its rotational axis (A4), optionally from the sliding ring plane of the sliding ring (70), and / or wherein optionally a free end region (76) of the sliding ring (70) is rounded.

9. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the cradle bearing arrangement is designed such that at least one bearing means (32) of the mounting frame (30) and at least one counter bearing means (52) of the support frame (50) form at least one strip bearing, wherein optionally a bearing means (32) has at least one, in particular circular arc-shaped, convex bearing arc (34), and / or a counter bearing means (52) has at least one, in particular circular arc-shaped, concave bearing arc (54).

10. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, in particular claim 9, characterised in that at least one bearing means (32) is formed on an outer wall (38) of the intermediate socket (36), and at least one counter bearing means (52) is formed on an inner wall (58) of the joint socket (51).

11. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, in particular any one of claims 9 or 10, characterised in that at least one bearing means (32) and at least one counter bearing means (52) have lateral guide means (33, 53), via which a fixation of the bearing means (32) relative to the counter bearing means (52) is provided in the direction of the second joint axis (A2).

12. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the mounting frame (30) is fixed relative to the support frame (50) against a movement in the direction of the first joint axis (AI) via at least one fixing means, in particular a fixing bolt (55), which extends parallel to the second joint axis (A2) between the mounting frame (30) and the support frame (50) and is supported on the latter via axle bearing means (59).

13. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the device comprises an optionally electric first actuating means with a drive gear that is in force coupling with an output gear (11) on the base part (10), in particular on a shaft (14), at least partially surrounding it, so that the support frame (50) can be rotated relative to the base part (10), and / or comprises an optionally electric second actuating means, with a drive gear that is in force coupling with an output gear (31) on the mounting frame (30), and in particular on at least one bearing means (32) of the mounting frame (30), so that the mounting frame (30) can pivot relative to the support frame (50), wherein both actuating means are arranged on the support frame (50).

14. Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the mounting frame (30) at least partially encloses the support frame (50), and optionally the support frame (50) is arranged and mounted in the form of a cradle within the mounting frame (30).

15. Viewing means equipment, provided with a device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 14.

16. Vehicle, provided with a device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 14.