Structures

Abstract

It features a snap-fit ​​mechanism that allows for easy release of the connection. [Solution] A structure is provided for mounting on a mobile body, comprising a first part and a second part, wherein the first part and the second part are joined to each other by a snap fit, either the first part or the second part has a pivot point, either the first part or the second part has an actuation point, and the joint between the first part and the second part can be released by bringing a part of a tool into contact with the pivot point and one end of the tool into contact with the actuation point and applying an external force to the tool.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a structure.

Background Art

[0002] For example, as disclosed in Patent Document 1, in a structure mounted on a moving body such as a vehicle, parts may be joined by a snap fit.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] The removal (release of the joint) of parts joined by a snap fit generally depends on the experience and know - how of the operator, and the efficiency is not good.

[0005] Therefore, the present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to realize a snap - fit mechanism that can easily release the joint.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] In order to solve the above problems, according to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a structure mounted on a moving body, comprising a first part and a second part, wherein the first part and the second part are joined to each other by a snap fit, either the first part or the second part has a fulcrum part, either the first part or the second part has an action point part, and by bringing a part of a tool into contact with the fulcrum part and bringing one end of the tool into contact with the action point part, and applying an external force to the tool, the joint between the first part and the second part is formed to be releasable. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] As described above, the present invention makes it possible to realize a snap-fit ​​mechanism that can be easily released. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] This is a diagram illustrating the configuration of a structure 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a diagram illustrating the configuration of the structure 10 according to the same embodiment. [Figure 3] Figure 2 shows an example of the configuration of the joint shown by the dashed line in the same embodiment. [Figure 4] This diagram illustrates the operation of releasing the joint between the first component 110 and the second component 120 according to the same embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0009] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the attached drawings. In this specification and drawings, components having substantially the same functional configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions will be omitted.

[0010] <1. Embodiments> Structures mounted on mobile vehicles may include a group of components joined together by snap-fit ​​connections, allowing for removal during repairs or other purposes.

[0011] Snap-fit ​​is a method of securing parts together by using the elasticity of the materials to interlock them. Furthermore, parts joined using snap-fit ​​can often be released by similarly utilizing the elasticity of the materials.

[0012] However, many structures do not have a mechanism to assist in disconnection. Therefore, disconnection depends on the experience and know-how of the operator, etc., and it is difficult to say that the work efficiency is good.

[0013] The technical idea according to an embodiment of the present invention was conceived by paying attention to the above points, and realizes a snap-fit mechanism that can easily disconnect the joint.

[0014] FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 are diagrams for explaining the configuration of a structure 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] The structure 10 according to the present embodiment may be mounted on a moving body.

[0016] Examples of the moving body include a vehicle, a ship, an aircraft, etc.

[0017] As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the structure 10 according to the present embodiment includes a first component 110 and a second component 120.

[0018] The first component 110 and the second component 120 according to the present embodiment are joined to each other by a snap fit.

[0019] In FIG. 1, the first component 110 and the second component 120 in a non-joined state are shown. On the other hand, in FIG. 2, the first component 110 and the second component 120 in a joined state are shown.

[0020] In FIGS. 1 and 2, in order to distinguish the first component 110 and the second component 120, the first component 110 is shown in a hatched pattern and the second component 120 is shown in a dotted pattern.

[0021] The presence or absence of joining between the first component 110 and the second component 120 according to the present embodiment can be reversibly switched.

[0022] The first component 110 may be, for example, a reverse switch or the like. Further, the second component 120 may be, for example, a steering column cover or the like.

[0023] The first component 110 and the second component 120 are separated, for example, when a dealer performs repairs, inspections, etc. on the steering, steering column, reverse switch, etc.

[0024] FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a configuration example of the joint portion indicated by the dashed line in FIG. 2.

[0025] In FIG. 3, the first component 110 is shown with a slanted pattern, and the second component 120 is shown plain.

[0026] In the example shown in FIG. 3, the second component 120 has a fulcrum portion 122 and an operating point portion 124.

[0027] The fulcrum portion 122 according to the present embodiment acts as a fulcrum in a lever when separating the first component 110 and the second component 120.

[0028] Also, the operating point portion 124 according to the present embodiment acts as an operating point in a lever when separating the first component 110 and the second component 120.

[0029] FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining the operation when separating the first component 110 and the second component 120.

[0030] As shown in FIG. 4, an operator contacts (places) a part of the tool 20 with the fulcrum portion 122, and contacts one end (tip) of the tool 20 with the operating point portion 124, and applies a force to the tool 20 to separate the first component 110 and the second component 120.

[0031] More specifically, the worker may insert the tip of the tool 20 below the point of application 124 and push down the gripping portion on the opposite side of the tip of the tool 20. This causes the tip of the tool 20 to push the point of application 124 upward, releasing the snap-fit ​​connection between the first part 110 and the second part 120.

[0032] The pivot point 122 may have a curved shape as shown in Figures 3 and 4 to facilitate the placement of a portion of the tool 20. Alternatively, the pivot point 122 may have a concave shape or the like to provide more robust support for the tool 20.

[0033] Similarly, the point of application 124 may also have a mechanism for more firmly securing the tool 20.

[0034] Tool 20 may also be a tool such as a screwdriver.

[0035] The above describes an example of the structure 10 according to this embodiment. With the configuration described above, a snap-fit ​​mechanism that can be easily released can be realized.

[0036] However, the configuration described above is merely an example, and the configuration of the structure 10 according to this embodiment is not limited to such an example.

[0037] For example, the above example illustrates a case where the gripping portion of tool 20 is the point of force application, but the point of force application is not limited to such examples. The operator may, for example, push tool 20 upward near the point of application 124. In this case, the vicinity of the point of application 124 becomes the point of force application.

[0038] Furthermore, while Figures 3 and 4 illustrate a case where the connection between the first part 110 and the second part 120 is released by the point of application 124 being pushed upward, it is also possible to have a configuration in which the connection between the first part 110 and the second part 120 is released by the point of application 124 being pushed downward.

[0039] Furthermore, although Figures 3 and 4 illustrate an example where the fulcrum 122 and the point of application 124 are provided on the second part 120, the fulcrum 122 and the point of application 124 only need to be provided on either the first part 110 or the second part 120, and do not need to be on the same part.

[0040] The structure 10 according to this embodiment can be flexibly modified according to specifications and other factors.

[0041] <2. Supplement> Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the attached drawings, the present invention is not limited to these examples. It is clear to any person with ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention belongs that various modifications or alterations can be conceived within the scope of the technical idea described in the claims, and these are also understood to fall within the technical scope of the present invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0042] 10: Structure, 110: First part, 120: Second part, 122: Pivot point, 124: Point of application, 20: Tool

Claims

1. A structure mounted on a mobile vehicle, The first part and The second part, Equipped with, The first part and the second part are joined to each other by snap-fit. Either the first part or the second part has a pivot point, Either the first part or the second part has a point of application, The joint between the first and second parts can be released by bringing a part of the tool into contact with the pivot point and one end of the tool into contact with the point of application, and applying an external force to the tool. structure.

2. Either the first or second component is a lever. The structure according to claim 1

3. The aforementioned tool is a driver, A structure according to either claim 1 or claim 2.

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