car

Abstract

To provide a panorama roof structure with excellent appearance obtained by elimination or reduction of influence of ceiling components covering an indoor surface of a roof panel.SOLUTION: An automobile according to the invention comprises: a panorama roof panel 10 in which a front window part 14 is integrated with a roof panel part 12 at least on a front side of the roof panel part; electrical components, and an electrical component accommodating part 30 for accommodating the electrical components both disposed in an upper part of the front window part 14; a projecting strip part 20 arranged on the panorama roof panel 10 and continuously extending in a longitudinal direction between at least the electrical component accommodating part 30 and a center roof rail 13 and expanded upward; and a harness accommodating space 32 formed inside the projecting strip part 20 and accommodating an electrical component harness 31. The electrical component harness 31 is arranged in a harness accommodating space 32 extending to the center roof rail 13 from the electrical component accommodating part 30, and is positioned on an outer side with respect to an indoor surface 10c of the panorama roof panel 10 inside the harness accommodating space 32.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a motor vehicle having a panoramic roof panel. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, a harness for sensors and the like provided above the windshield of an automobile is passed through the back side of the inner panel of the roof and is arranged from the front pillar to the back side of the inner panel.

[0003] For example, there is known a vehicle equipped with a panoramic roof in which the windshield and roof panel are integrated, as described in Patent Document 1. In this vehicle, the harness for the room lamp unit and the like is wired between the roof panel and a connecting part serving as a ceiling part provided on the interior surface of the roof panel. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 4624225 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] In order to hide the harnesses for sensors and the like that are provided in the front part of the roof, a ceiling part that covers the interior surface of the roof panel is required.

[0006] However, there is a problem in that the above-mentioned ceiling components get in the way when the panoramic roof is viewed from inside the vehicle cabin in order to make it look attractive, wide, and flat.

[0007] The present invention was made in consideration of these points, and its purpose is to provide a panoramic roof structure that looks good by eliminating or reducing the influence of ceiling parts that cover the interior surface of the roof panel. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention is devised with regard to the wiring position of the harness.

[0009] Specifically, in the first aspect of the present invention, a center roof rail intersects the center of the vehicle body in the longitudinal direction of the roof panel covering the passenger compartment ceiling in the vehicle width direction and supports the roof panel from the inside; a panoramic roof panel in which at least the front side of the front window portion and the roof panel portion are integrated; an electrical component storage section provided in a front portion of the panoramic roof panel and configured to store electrical components; a protruding portion provided on the panoramic roof panel, extending continuously in the front-rear direction between at least the electrical component storage portion and the center roof rail and bulging upward; a harness storage space formed inside the protrusion portion, for storing a harness of the electrical component; The harness for the electrical components is arranged in the harness storage space extending from the electrical component storage section to the center roof rail, and is located inside the harness storage space outside the interior surface of the panoramic roof panel.

[0010] According to the above configuration, the protrusions bulge upward to provide a harness storage space, so that the electrical component harnesses are positioned outside the interior surface of the panoramic roof panel. This eliminates the need to bulge the interior side of the panoramic roof panel to provide a space for the harness, allowing the interior surface of the panoramic roof panel to be flat, improving its appearance. Note that "intersecting the center of the roof panel in the vehicle's longitudinal direction in the vehicle width direction" means that the center of the roof panel in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body may intersect perpendicularly or at an angle to the vehicle's longitudinal direction. Furthermore, "extending continuously in the longitudinal direction at least between the electrical component storage section and the center roof rail" means that the protrusions may extend further rearward of the center roof rail, for example.

[0011] In the second invention, in the first invention, the protrusion is formed by fixing a cover member to an outer surface of the panoramic roof panel, the cover member forming a storage space for the harness between the panoramic roof panel and the cover member, the panoramic roof panel has a panel through-hole between the vehicle interior and the harness storage space, The harness passes through the panel through-hole.

[0012] According to the above-mentioned configuration, since the cover member is fixed to the outer surface of the panoramic roof panel, there is no need to provide the cover member on the interior side of the panoramic roof panel, and the cover member can be made flat, improving the appearance. In addition, the harness can be easily routed into the harness storage space by passing through the panel through-hole.

[0013] In the third invention, in the first invention, The panoramic roof panel is made of a resin material, The protrusion portion is a bulging portion of the panoramic roof panel having a concave cross section that bulges outward from the vehicle cabin and opens toward the vehicle cabin; and a cover part that closes the opening of the bulging part to form the harness storage space.

[0014] According to the above configuration, the panoramic roof itself bulges outward from the vehicle interior, and the concave cross-sectional area is covered with a lid, creating a harness storage space. This harness storage space allows the harness to be routed, eliminating the need for the harness to pass through the panoramic roof, resulting in excellent waterproofing. Furthermore, since the harness is routed outside the interior surface, the lid does not need to bulge outward from the interior surface and does not protrude. Furthermore, because the panoramic roof panel is made of resin, it is easy to mold into a concave cross-sectional shape.

[0015] In a fourth aspect of the present invention, in the third aspect of the present invention, The cover part has a carrier piece for supporting the harness of the electrical component in the harness storage space.

[0016] According to the above-mentioned configuration, the harness can be fixed by the support piece, so that the harness can be easily assembled and noise caused by rattle of the harness can be prevented.

[0017] In a fifth aspect of the present invention, in the third or fourth aspect of the present invention, The bulging portion is covered from the outside with a protrusion cover member.

[0018] According to the above configuration, by covering the bulging portion of the transparent panoramic roof with the protrusion cover member, it is possible to easily prevent internal items such as harnesses of electrical components wired within the bulging portion from being visible from the outside.

[0019] In the sixth invention, in the first invention, The protrusion and the harness storage space are integrally formed with the panoramic roof panel made of resin.

[0020] According to the above configuration, the protrusion portion and harness storage space are formed integrally with the panoramic roof panel itself, so there is no need to provide a lid part, a protrusion portion cover member, etc., which reduces the number of parts and ensures waterproofness.

[0021] In a seventh aspect of the present invention, in any one of the first to sixth aspects of the present invention, The external shape of the protrusion extends continuously to the rear side of the roof panel portion.

[0022] According to the above configuration, the protrusion can have a more flowing form than when it is interrupted at the front side of the roof panel, improving the design of the entire roof panel including the protrusion.

[0023] In an eighth aspect of the present invention, in any one of the first to seventh aspects of the present invention, An electrical component other than the electrical component is built into the inside of the protrusion or in the external shape of the protrusion on the rear side of the roof panel.

[0024] According to the above configuration, the space created by providing the protruding strip can be effectively utilized to add electrical components such as a high-mounted stop lamp, thereby improving added value. [Effects of the Invention]

[0025] As described above, according to the present invention, the harness for the electrical components is arranged in the harness storage space that extends from the electrical component storage section to the center roof rail, and is arranged inside this harness storage space outside the interior surface of the panoramic roof panel.This eliminates or reduces the influence of the ceiling components that cover the interior surface of the roof panel, resulting in a panoramic roof structure that looks good. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0026] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a vehicle body according to first to fourth embodiments of the present invention, with some parts omitted. [Figure 2] 1 is a central cross-sectional view of a vehicle body according to first to fourth embodiments of the present invention. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. [Figure 4] FIG. 3 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of part B in FIG. 2. [Figure 5] 2 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 1 according to a modified example of the first embodiment. [Figure 6] 2 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 1 according to a second embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 3 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of part B in FIG. 2 according to a second embodiment. [Figure 8] 1. FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of a modified example of the second embodiment taken along line AA in FIG. [Figure 9] 1 according to a third embodiment. FIG. [Figure 10] 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line CC in FIG. 1 according to a fourth embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0027] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0028] (Embodiment 1) 1 and 2 show a vehicle body 1 of an automobile according to embodiments 1 to 4 of the present invention. Like a normal automobile, this automobile includes wheels for running, an engine, a hood, a trunk, seats, a steering wheel, side doors, etc., but these are not shown in the figures.

[0029] The vehicle body 1 includes a vehicle body main body 2 that defines a vehicle interior 5 and includes a floor frame 2a, fenders 2b, a dash panel 2c, a rear frame 2d, etc. The vehicle body main body 2 includes left and right front pillars 3 on the front side of the vehicle interior, and is provided with an instrument panel 4 on the front side. Although not shown, various electronic devices, control devices, meters, etc. are provided within the instrument panel 4.

[0030] The upper side of the passenger compartment 5 of the vehicle body 2 is covered as a whole with a curved panoramic roof panel 10. The panoramic roof panel 10 is fitted into and fixed to a wide opening 2e formed on the upper surface of the vehicle body 2 and surrounded by the front pillars 3, cowl top 6, etc. In this embodiment, the front side 12a and rear side 12b of the roof panel portion 12 that forms the ceiling side of the vehicle body 2 are entirely covered with the panoramic roof panel 10, but it is also possible that only the front window portion 14 and the front side 12a of the roof panel portion 12 are covered with the integrated panoramic roof panel 10, and the rear side 12b is covered with a frame made of, for example, an opaque resin, metal, or the like.

[0031] The panoramic roof panel 10 may be made of inorganic glass or a molded resin. Inorganic glass is scratch-resistant and easy to ensure strength. On the other hand, molded resin is made of materials such as PC (polycarbonate), PET (polyethylene terephthalate), PBT (polybutylene terephthalate), and PC / ABS alloy (polycarbonate / acrylonitrile butadiene styrene), and because it is a molded product, it is easy to create complex shapes.

[0032] In this embodiment, the center roof rail 13 intersects the center of the roof panel portion 12 in the vehicle longitudinal direction in the vehicle width direction, supporting the roof panel portion 12 from the inside. In this embodiment, the center roof rail 13 intersects perpendicularly to the vehicle longitudinal direction, but it may intersect at an angle toward the front or rear of the vehicle, or it may intersect with the center line of the vehicle longitudinal direction at the tip of a V-shape or U-shape when viewed from above. In this embodiment, the front and rear of the panoramic roof panel 10 are molded as a single unit at the center roof rail 13, but it may also be a separate piece that is connected.

[0033] An electrical component storage section 30 for storing electrical components such as various sensors and room lamps is provided above the driver's seat and passenger seat on the interior surface of the front part of the panoramic roof panel 10. The electrical component storage section 30 is made of, for example, a resin molded part, and its shape is not particularly limited, and it may also support a rearview mirror (not shown).

[0034] As shown in Figures 3 and 4, the panoramic roof panel 10 is provided with a protruding stripe 20 that extends continuously in the front-to-rear direction at least between the electrical component storage section 30 and the center roof rail 13 and bulges upward. As in this embodiment, the external shape of the protruding stripe 20 may extend continuously to the rear side of the roof panel section 12. This makes it easier to give the protruding stripe 20 a flowing, streamlined form, improving the design. The protruding stripe 20 may also end around the center roof rail 13.

[0035] Inside the protruding portion 20, a harness storage space 32 for storing a harness 31 of an electrical component is secured as a continuous space.

[0036] 2 to 4, the harness 31 for the electrical components is arranged in a harness storage space 32 that extends from the electrical component storage section 30 to the center roof rail 13. The harness 31 for the electrical components is arranged inside the harness storage space 32, outside the interior surface 10c of the panoramic roof panel 10.

[0037] In this embodiment, as shown enlarged in FIGS. 3 and 4 , the protrusion 20 is formed by fixing a cover member 21, which forms a harness storage space 32 between itself and the panoramic roof panel 10, to the outer surface (top surface) of the panoramic roof panel 10. The cover member 21 is made of a molded product made of, for example, PP (polypropylene), ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene), or PC (polycarbonate) resin. In this embodiment, the cover member 21 has a triangular cross section, and is bonded and fixed to the outer surface of the panoramic roof panel 10 with adhesive 22, thereby forming a harness storage space 32 with a triangular cross section inside. Harness retaining ribs 21a are provided on the underside of the cover member 21 at appropriate intervals in the front-to-rear direction, thereby preventing the harness 31 from rattling.

[0038] 4, the panoramic roof panel 10 has, for example, a circular panel through-hole 10a between the vehicle interior and the harness storage space 32, and the harness 31 passes through the inside of this panel through-hole 10a. For example, this panel through-hole 10a is provided with a seal member 33 made of rubber or elastomer, and the harness 31 is inserted in a tight contact state into the harness through-hole 33a provided in the center of this seal member 33, thereby achieving a watertight state.

[0039] The harness 31 passes through this harness through-hole 33a, extends rearward through the harness storage space 32, extends across the vehicle width through the center roof rail 13, and then passes between the side roof rails 7 and the interior linings of the front pillars 3 before being drawn into the instrument panel 4.

[0040] The portion through which the harness 31 passes is coated with a ceramic coating 23 in black or the like from the inside of the panoramic roof panel 10. This makes the harness 31 invisible, improving the appearance.

[0041] As described above, according to this embodiment, the harness 31 for the electrical components is arranged outside the interior surface 10c of the panoramic roof panel 10, so that the interior surface of the panoramic roof panel 10 can be made flat, improving the appearance.

[0042] -Modification of the first embodiment- Figure 5 shows a modified example of the first embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the above embodiment in that the shape of the panoramic roof panel 110 is different. In the following modified examples and embodiments, the same parts as those in Figures 1 to 4 are designated by the same reference numerals, and detailed description thereof will be omitted.

[0043] 5, the panoramic roof panel 110 of this modified example is formed so that a pair of positioning ribs 110a extend continuously on the outer surface along the protrusion portion 120. This panoramic roof panel 110 is a resin molded product, and the positioning ribs 110a are molded integrally during molding.

[0044] For example, adhesive 22 may be applied between the outer side surfaces of the pair of positioning ribs 110a and the inner surface of the cover member 21 to fix the cover member 21 in place.

[0045] In this modification, the cover member 21 can be adhered along the pair of positioning ribs 110a, which has the advantage that positioning is easy and the cover member 21 is less likely to slip out of place.

[0046] (Embodiment 2) 6 and 7 show a second embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the first embodiment in that a panoramic roof panel 210 also serves as a protrusion 220.

[0047] In this embodiment, the panoramic roof panel 210 is made of a resin material that is easy to mold, and the protrusion portion 220 is composed of a bulging portion 210a of the panoramic roof panel 210 that has a concave cross-sectional shape that bulges outward from the vehicle cabin and opens toward the interior of the vehicle cabin (downward), and a lid part 221 that covers the opening 210b of this bulging portion 210a to form a harness storage space 32.

[0048] The bulging portion 210a in this embodiment has a bulging shape with a triangular cross section similar to the cover member 21 in the first embodiment, but the bulging portion 210a is integrally formed with the panoramic roof panel 210 itself.

[0049] Since this bulging portion 210a is a transparent resin molded product, it is desirable that the outer surface be coated with an opaque paint 223. In this case, the built-in items such as the harness 31 and the cover part 221 are not visible from the outside.

[0050] The lid part 221 is made of, for example, PP, elastomer, or the like, and preferably has a flat underside and a shape that minimizes the formation of a step with the interior surface 210c of the panoramic roof panel 210. The harness 31 is fixed to a support piece 221a that is integrally formed on the upper surface of the lid part 221. The shape of this support piece 221a is not particularly limited, but in this embodiment it is a pair of claws that can expand and contract as shown in Figure 6. The lid part 221 is fixed to the inner surface of the bulge portion 210a of the panoramic roof panel 210 with adhesive 22 or double-sided tape. The lid part 221 is preferably opaque to hide the harness 31.

[0051] As described above, in this embodiment, the lid part 221 can be attached by fitting it from below along the inner surface of the bulging part 210a, which makes it easy to attach the lid part 221, eliminates the troublesome positioning required for the cover member 21, and prevents problems such as the cover member 21 coming off. Also, since there is no need to provide a panel through-hole 10a for inserting the harness 31, waterproofing is maintained.

[0052] Furthermore, since the cover part 221 is formed with a support piece 221a on the side of the harness storage space 32 that supports the harness 31 of the electrical component, the harness 31 can be easily assembled and noise caused by rattle of the harness 31 can be prevented.

[0053] -Modification of the second embodiment- FIG. 8 shows a protrusion 320 and its surroundings of a panoramic roof panel 310 according to a modification of the second embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the second embodiment in that the outside of the bulging portion 310a is covered with a protrusion cover member 321.

[0054] Unlike the second embodiment, the bulging portion 310a of this modification has a flat upper end (tip side) and is covered from the outside with a protrusion cover member 321 having a triangular cross section. The inner surface of this protrusion cover member 321 and the outer surface of the bulging portion 310a are bonded and fixed with adhesive 22 or double-sided tape. The configuration of the lid component 221 is the same as that of the second embodiment.

[0055] For example, by constructing this protrusion cover member 321 from an opaque resin molded product, metal member, etc., it is possible to easily prevent internal components such as the electrical component harness 31 and the cover member 221 from being visible from the outside without applying an opaque coating 223.

[0056] (Embodiment 3) FIG. 9 shows a third embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the above-described embodiments in that a protrusion 420 is integrally formed on the panoramic roof panel 410 itself.

[0057] That is, in this embodiment, the panoramic roof panel 410 is integrally molded from a resin material so that a cavity (harness storage space 32) is continuously formed inside the protrusion 420 when the panoramic roof panel 410 is molded by gas injection or the like.

[0058] Therefore, it is preferable to provide a harness through-hole 31a at an appropriate position on the panoramic roof panel 410 and insert the harness 31 into the harness storage space 32 via a seal member 33, as in the first embodiment.

[0059] In this embodiment as well, the outer surface of the transparent protrusion 420 is covered with an opaque coating 223, so that the contents inside are not visible from the outside.

[0060] In this embodiment, there is no need to provide the lid part 221, the protrusion cover member 321, etc., as in the second embodiment, so the number of parts is reduced and waterproofness is ensured.

[0061] (Embodiment 4) FIG. 10 shows a fourth embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the above-described embodiments in that an additional electrical component is provided inside the protruding portion 520.

[0062] In this embodiment, the protrusion 520 is formed by covering the outer surface of the panoramic roof panel 510 with a cover member 521 made of a semi-transparent material with a triangular cross section. For example, only the rear protrusion 520 may be configured as shown in Figure 10, and the portion in front of it may be configured in the same manner as in each of the above embodiments.

[0063] The interior of the protrusion 520 or the exterior shape of the protrusion 520 on the rear side of the roof panel 12 houses other electrical components than those provided in the electrical component storage section 30, such as a light-emitting tube extending in the front-to-rear direction, an antenna 534, etc. In the case of a light-emitting tube, the aesthetic appearance can be improved by forming the cover member 521 constituting the protrusion 520 from a translucent member.

[0064] 1 and 2, a high-mounted stop lamp 535 may be provided on the rear end surface of the protrusion 520. The harness 31 leading to the antenna 534 and the high-mounted stop lamp 535 is fixed to, for example, a retaining claw 524a of a retaining plate 524 in the harness storage space 32, and is routed from the instrument panel 4 through the front pillar 3, the center roof rail 13, and the harness storage space 32 to the rear end of the protrusion 520.

[0065] This embodiment has the advantage that the space created by providing the protruding portion 520 can be effectively utilized to add electrical components.

[0066] The above-described embodiments are essentially preferred examples, and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention, its applications, or uses. [Explanation of symbols]

[0067] 1. Body 2. Body 2a Floor frame 2b Fender 2c Dash Panel 2d rear frame 2e aperture 3 Front pillar 4. Instrument panel 5 Cabin 6 Cowl top 10,110,210,310,410,510 Panoramic roof panel 10a Panel through hole 12 Roof panel section 12a front side 12b rear side 13 Center roof rail 14 Front window section 20,120,220,320,420,520 Projection part 21 Cover member 21a Rib 22 Adhesive 23 Ceramic Paint 30 Electrical component storage area 31 Harness 31a Harness through hole 32 Harness storage space 33 Sealing material 110a Positioning rib 210a Bulge 210b aperture 210c interior surface 221 Lid parts 221a Holding piece 223 Painting 310a Bulge 321 Protrusion cover member 521 Cover member 524 Holding board 524a retaining claw 534 Antenna (electrical parts) 535 High-mounted stop lamp (electrical parts)

Claims

1. a center roof rail (13) that crosses the center of the roof panel (12) covering the passenger compartment ceiling in the vehicle width direction and supports the roof panel (12) from the inside; a panoramic roof panel (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510) in which at least the front side of the front window portion (14) and the roof panel portion (12) are integrated; an electrical component storage section (30) provided in a front portion of the panoramic roof panel (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510) for storing electrical components; a protrusion (20, 120, 220, 320, 420, 520) provided on the panoramic roof panel (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510), extending continuously in the front-rear direction between at least the electrical component storage section (30) and the center roof rail (13), and bulging upward; a harness storage space (32) formed inside the protrusion (20, 120, 220, 320, 420, 520) for storing a harness (31) of the electrical component; The harness (31) of the electrical components is arranged in the harness storage space (32) extending from the electrical component storage section (30) to the center roof rail (13), and is located inside the harness storage space (32) outside the interior surface of the panoramic roof panel (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510). A vehicle characterized by:

2. the protrusion (20) is formed by fixing a cover member (21, 521) to the outer surface of the panoramic roof panel (10, 110, 510), the cover member forming a storage space for the harness (31) between the panoramic roof panel (10, 110, 510) and the panoramic roof panel; The panoramic roof panel (10, 110, 510) has a panel through-hole (10a) between the vehicle interior and the harness storage space (32), The harness (31) passes through the panel through-hole (10a).

2. The vehicle according to claim 1.

3. The panoramic roof panel (210, 310) is made of a resin material, The protrusions (220, 320) are a bulging portion (210a, 310a) of the panoramic roof panel (210, 310) having a concave cross section that bulges outward from the vehicle cabin and opens toward the vehicle cabin; and a cover part (221) that closes the openings (210b, 310b) of the bulging parts (210a, 310a) to form the harness storage space (32).

2. The vehicle according to claim 1.

4. The cover part (221) has a support piece (221a) for supporting the harness (31) of the electrical component in the harness storage space (32).

4. The vehicle according to claim 3.

5. The bulging portion (310a) is covered from the outside with a protrusion cover member (321).

5. A vehicle according to claim 3 or 4.

6. The protrusion (20) and the harness storage space (32) are integrally formed with the panoramic roof panel (410) made of resin.

2. The vehicle according to claim 1.

7. The external shape of the protrusions (20, 120, 220, 320, 420, 520) extends continuously to the rear side of the roof panel (12).

7. A motor vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

8. An electric component (534, 535) other than the electric component is built in the inside of the protrusion (20, 120, 220, 320, 420, 520) or in the external shape of the protrusion (20, 120, 220, 320, 420, 520) on the rear side of the roof panel (12).

8. A motor vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

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