Glass molding structure for vehicles

Abstract

To provide a vehicular glass molding structure which can prevent allophone in a concise constitution.SOLUTION: A molding structure 100 comprises a windshield molding 108 mounted on the side edge 112 of a windshield 104 and a pillar glass molding 110 mounted on the leading edge 114 of a pillar glass 106. The windshield molding 108 has a molding body 116 fitted into the end face 118 of the windshield 104, an outside lip 124 extending from the molding body 116 to come into contact with the vehicle outside of the pillar glass molding 110, and an inside lip 126 extending from the vehicle inside more than the outside lip 124 of the molding body 116 to come into the pillar glass molding 110. The molding structure 100 further comprises a plurality of ventilation parts 128 formed at a contact part of the outside lip 124 of the windshield molding 108 with the pillar glass molding 110 to lead to an inside space E1.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a glass molding structure for a vehicle. [Background technology]

[0002] Generally, a windshield molding is attached to the edge of a vehicle windshield as a glass molding to seal gaps. The windshield molding is made of an elastic material and has a predetermined lip that protrudes and comes into contact with surrounding structures to seal the gap.

[0003] For example, Figure 2 of Patent Document 1 discloses a side molding 40 that seals the gap between the windshield 20 and the front pillar 14, and an upper molding 30 that seals the gap between the windshield 20 and the loop panel 16. As shown in Figure 4, the side molding 40 seals the gap between these using a pillar-side seal portion 43a and a glass-side seal portion 43b. Also, as shown in Figure 3, the upper molding 30 has a lip portion 36 that is pressed against the roof panel 16 and elastically deforms to fill the gap. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2016-88287 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] Conventional windshield moldings have a space formed inside the lip, which can cause the lip to vibrate due to a pressure difference between this space and the outside while the vehicle is in motion. To address this issue, for example, the technology disclosed in Patent Document 1 provides a through-hole 36h in the lip portion 36 to reduce the pressure difference between the inside and outside, thereby preventing abnormal noise from the lip portion 36. However, windshield moldings are sometimes installed in a manner that allows them to be seen from the outside, and providing a through-hole may not be desirable from an appearance perspective.

[0006] In view of the above problems, the present invention has an object to provide a glass molding structure for a vehicle that can prevent abnormal noise with a simple configuration. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to solve the above problems, a typical configuration of a vehicle glass molding structure according to the present invention is a vehicle glass molding structure comprising a windshield arranged so that its side edge overlaps the A-pillar of the vehicle body, a windshield molding attached to the side edge of the windshield, pillar glass arranged so that its front edge overlaps the A-pillar, and a pillar glass molding attached to the front edge of the pillar glass, wherein the windshield molding has a molding main body that is fitted into the end face of the windshield, an outer lip of the molding main body that extends from the vehicle outer side of the windshield and contacts the vehicle outer side of the pillar glass molding, and an inner lip of the molding main body that extends from the vehicle inner side of the outer lip and contacts the pillar glass molding, and the vehicle glass molding structure is further characterized by comprising a plurality of ventilation parts that are scattered along the longitudinal direction of the outer lip at the contact part between the outer lip and the pillar glass molding and that lead to the space between the outer lip and the inner lip. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a glass molding structure for a vehicle that can prevent abnormal noise with a simple configuration. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0009] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram showing an outline of a glass molding structure for a vehicle according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the molding structure of FIG. 1(a) with part A cut away. [Figure 3] FIG. 1(b) is a detailed view of the pillar glass molding. [Figure 4] 4A to 4C are cross-sectional views of molding structures corresponding to the pillar glass molding of FIG. [Figure 5] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an outline of a glass molding structure for a vehicle according to a second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 1(b) is a diagram showing a modified example of the ventilation part of FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0010] A vehicle glass molding structure according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a windshield arranged so that its side edge overlaps an A-pillar of the vehicle body, a windshield molding attached to the side edge of the windshield, pillar glass arranged so that its front edge overlaps the A-pillar, and a pillar glass molding attached to the front edge of the pillar glass, wherein the windshield molding has a molding main body fitted to the end face of the windshield, an outer lip of the molding main body extending from the vehicle outer side of the windshield and contacting the vehicle outer side of the pillar glass molding, and an inner lip of the molding main body extending from the vehicle inner side of the outer lip and contacting the pillar glass, and the vehicle glass molding structure is further characterized by comprising a plurality of ventilation sections scattered along the longitudinal direction of the outer lip at the contact portion between the outer lip and the pillar glass molding, and leading to the space between the outer lip and the inner lip.

[0011] With the above configuration, when the air pressure outside the windshield molding drops relative to the air pressure inside the molding while the vehicle is running, the multiple vents allow the pressure to escape to the outside, preventing deformation of the outer and inner lips due to the pressure and preventing abnormal noises such as hammering sounds caused by vibration of the lips.

[0012] The plurality of vents may include a plurality of grooves formed in one or both of the outer lip and the pillar glass molding.

[0013] The plurality of grooves described above enable ventilation of the inner space of the windshield molding with a simple and inexpensive structure, making it possible to reduce manufacturing costs.

[0014] The plurality of grooves may be formed in the pillar glass molding. This configuration also enables ventilation of the interior space of the windshield molding with a simple and inexpensive configuration.

[0015] The plurality of grooves may be formed in the outer lip. This configuration also makes it possible to ventilate the space inside the windshield molding with a simple and inexpensive configuration.

[0016] The plurality of ventilation portions may be provided at equal intervals or at predetermined intervals over the entire contact portion.

[0017] According to the above-described configuration, the inner space of the windshield molding can be efficiently ventilated, and it is possible to prevent the generation of abnormal noises such as hammering sounds caused by vibrations of the lips.

[0018] The plurality of ventilation portions may be provided locally on the contact portion at equal intervals or at predetermined intervals.

[0019] According to the above configuration, by providing ventilation sections at locations where the lips of the windshield molding are likely to be subjected to force, it is possible to efficiently prevent the generation of abnormal noises such as hammering sounds caused by vibrations of the lips.

[0020] The plurality of grooves may extend in a direction intersecting the longitudinal direction of the windshield molding. This configuration also makes it possible to efficiently ventilate the interior space of the windshield molding.

[0021] The grooves may extend along a predetermined character line formed by the vehicle body. By aligning the groove direction with the character line formed by the edges of the side windows or the unevenness of the side outer panels, it is possible to improve the aesthetic appearance of the vehicle. [Example]

[0022] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Dimensions, materials, and other specific values ​​shown in these embodiments are merely examples for facilitating understanding of the invention and, unless otherwise specified, do not limit the present invention. In this specification and drawings, elements having substantially the same functions and configurations are designated by the same reference numerals to avoid redundant explanation, and elements not directly related to the present invention are not shown.

[0023] (First Example) Fig. 1 is a diagram showing an outline of a glass molding structure for a vehicle (hereinafter referred to as molding structure 100) according to a first embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 1(a) is a diagram showing the front part of a vehicle to which the molding structure 100 is applied. Hereinafter, in Fig. 1 and all other drawings of the present application, the longitudinal direction of the vehicle is indicated by arrows F (Forward) and B (Backward), the left and right in the vehicle width direction are indicated by arrows L (Leftward) and R (Rightward), and the vertical direction of the vehicle is indicated by arrows U (Upward) and D (Downward).

[0024] The molding structure 100 can prevent abnormal noise from being generated in the windshield molding 108 in the area of ​​the A-pillar 102. The A-pillar 102 is a pillar that forms the boundary between the windshield 104 at the front of the vehicle and the pillar glass 106 on the front side of the vehicle. Because the A-pillar 102 is a part that is susceptible to wind pressure while the vehicle is traveling, the effects of the molding structure 100 can be suitably utilized.

[0025] FIG. 1(b) is a diagram showing the pillar glass 106 and pillar glass molding 110 of FIG. 1(a). The pillar glass 106 is a fixed glass that is attached to the vehicle body so that it cannot be opened or closed. The pillar glass molding 110 is a frame-shaped member made of resin that surrounds the front edge, rear edge, upper edge, and lower edge of the pillar glass 106. The pillar glass molding 110 is attached to the vehicle body while holding the pillar glass 106.

[0026] 2 is a perspective view of the molding structure 100 of FIG. 1(a) with part A cut away. The windshield 104 is positioned so that its side edge 112 overlaps the A-pillar 102, and the pillar glass 106 is positioned so that its front edge 114 overlaps the A-pillar 102.

[0027] A windshield molding 108 is attached to a side edge 112 of the windshield 104. The windshield molding 108 is a sealing material that seals gaps between the windshield 104 and surrounding structures, and in this embodiment, it seals gaps formed between the windshield 104 and a pillar glass molding 110 and between the windshield 104 and an A-pillar 102.

[0028] The molding body 116 of the windshield molding 108 is a U-shaped section that fits into the end face 118 of the windshield 104. The molding body 116 fits over the end face 118 of the windshield 104 and grips the front face 120 and back face 122 of the windshield 104, fixing the windshield in place and sealing any gaps.

[0029] The windshield molding 108 is provided with two lips as portions that close the gap with the pillar glass molding 110. The outer lip 124 extends from a portion of the molding main body 116 that is further outward from the windshield 104 toward the rear pillar glass molding 110. The outer lip 124 comes into contact with the outer side of the pillar glass molding 110 and closes the gap with the pillar glass molding 110.

[0030] The inner lip 126 also closes the gap with the pillar glass molding 110. The inner lip 126 extends from a portion of the molding main body 116 that is closer to the vehicle interior than the outer lip 124 toward the pillar glass molding 110, and is in contact with the front surface of the pillar glass molding 110. The inner lip 126 and outer lip 124 form an inner space E1 between the windshield molding 108 and the pillar glass molding 110.

[0031] Figure 3 is a diagram showing in detail the pillar glass molding 110 of Figure 1(b). Figure 3(a) is an enlarged view of part B of the pillar glass molding 110 of Figure 1(b).

[0032] A plurality of ventilation sections 128 are provided on the front surface of the front part of the pillar glass molding 110. The ventilation sections 128 are sections that ventilate the internal space E1 in Figure 2 to release pressure. In this embodiment, the ventilation sections 128 are realized as a plurality of grooves formed in the contact portion between the front part of the pillar glass molding 110 and the outer lip 124 (see Figure 2) of the windshield molding 108, and are scattered along the longitudinal direction of the outer lip 124.

[0033] Figure 3(b) is a CC cross-sectional view of the pillar glass molding 110 in Figure 3(a). The ventilation section 128 is formed by cutting a trapezoidal groove in the front surface of the pillar glass molding 110. The ventilation section 128 enables ventilation of the interior space of the windshield molding 108 with a simple and inexpensive configuration, making it possible to reduce manufacturing costs.

[0034] Fig. 4 is a cross-sectional view of the molding structure 100 corresponding to the pillar glass molding 110 of Fig. 3(a). Fig. 4(a) is a cross-sectional view of the molding structure 100 corresponding to the DD cross section of the pillar glass molding 110 of Fig. 3(a).

[0035] As described above, an inner space E1 is formed between the pillar glass molding and the inner side of the outer lip 124 and the inner lip 126 of the windshield molding 108.

[0036] 4(b) is a cross-sectional view of the molding structure 100 corresponding to the EE cross section of the pillar glass molding 110 in FIG. 3(a). The EE cross section corresponds to a cross section along the ventilation portion 128 of the pillar glass molding 110.

[0037] The inner space E1 is allowed to ventilate with the outside by the ventilation part 128. In particular, the ventilation part 128 is formed to extend from the outer lip 124 of the pillar glass molding 110 toward the rear of the vehicle, and when the outside air pressure decreases while the vehicle is being driven, causing a pressure difference with the inner space E1, the ventilation part 128 can release that pressure toward the outside behind the vehicle.

[0038] According to this embodiment, the pressure in the inner space E1 is released to the outside by the multiple vents 128, which prevents deformation of the outer lip 124 and the inner lip 126 due to the pressure and prevents abnormal noises such as hammering sounds due to vibration of the lips. In particular, when the windshield molding 108 becomes wet with rainwater or the like, the lips and the pillar glass molding 110 may come into close contact with each other, and in such cases the vents 128 can function appropriately.

[0039] 1(b), the multiple ventilation sections 128 of this embodiment are provided at equal intervals over the entire portion of the pillar glass molding 110 that contacts the windshield molding 108. This configuration allows for uniform ventilation over the entire longitudinal direction of the inner space E1 along the leading edge 114 of the pillar glass molding 110, making it possible to efficiently prevent abnormal noises such as hammering sounds caused by vibration of each lip.

[0040] 1(b) can be provided at intervals that vary in part, rather than at equal intervals. For example, it is possible to provide more ventilation sections at shorter intervals in parts of the windshield molding 108 that are more susceptible to external forces.

[0041] In this embodiment, the multiple ventilation portions 128 realized as grooves are provided to extend in a direction intersecting the longitudinal direction of the windshield molding 108. With this configuration, when pressure is applied to the windshield molding 108, it is possible to efficiently ventilate the inner space E1 from the windshield molding 108 toward the rear.

[0042] Alternatively, the groove-shaped ventilation portion 128 may be provided so as to extend along a predetermined character line formed by the vehicle body. A character line is a line segment formed on the exterior of a vehicle, which is formed by the edges and irregularities of components that make up the vehicle's exterior. For example, by aligning the direction of the groove-shaped ventilation portion 128 with the character line formed by the edge of the side window 130 or the irregularities of the side outer panel 132 in FIG. 1(a), it is possible to improve the aesthetic appearance of the vehicle.

[0043] (Second Example) Fig. 5 is a diagram showing an outline of a glass molding structure for a vehicle according to a second embodiment of the present invention (hereinafter referred to as a molding structure 150). Fig. 5 shows the molding structure 150 in accordance with Fig. 4(b).

[0044] 5 and subsequent figures, the same components as those already described in the above embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description of the previously mentioned components will be omitted. Furthermore, in the following description, components with the same names as those already described will have the same functions unless otherwise specified, even if they are denoted by different reference numerals.

[0045] In this embodiment, a groove-shaped ventilation portion 152 is formed in the outer lip 124. More specifically, the ventilation portion 152 is provided on the back side of the outer lip 124 so as to intersect with the longitudinal direction of the windshield molding 108. Similar to the ventilation portion 128 of FIG. 4(b), the ventilation portion 152 also enables ventilation of the inner space E1 of the windshield molding 108 with a simple and inexpensive configuration, making it possible to reduce manufacturing costs. Another advantage is that by providing the ventilation portion 152 on the back side of the outer lip 124, the ventilation portion 152 is out of sight, thereby eliminating any impact on the vehicle's appearance.

[0046] The above-described ventilation section 152 and the ventilation section 128 in Figure 4(b) can also be provided on both the windshield molding 108 and the pillar glass molding 110. For example, by providing more ventilation sections 128, 152 in areas of the windshield molding 108 that are more susceptible to external forces, or conversely omitting ventilation section 152 in areas of the windshield molding 108 where rigidity must be maintained, it becomes possible to achieve efficient ventilation according to the usage situation.

[0047] As a modified example, the ventilation portion 152 can also be realized by providing a notch that communicates with the inner space E1 in the outer lip 124. Similar to the groove-shaped ventilation portion 152, the notch-shaped ventilation portion also enables ventilation of the inner space E1.

[0048] (Variation) 6 is a diagram showing a modified example (ventilation part 160) of the ventilation part 128 of FIG. 1(b). The ventilation part 160 is provided locally in the portion of the pillar glass molding 110 that contacts the windshield molding 108.

[0049] In this embodiment, for example, if the upper and lower parts of the windshield molding 108 (see FIG. 1(a)) are susceptible to external forces, the ventilation section 160 can also be provided separately in the upper part 110a and the lower part 110b of the pillar glass molding 110.

[0050] Even with the above configuration, by providing the ventilation parts 160 at locations where each lip of the windshield molding 108 is likely to receive force, it is possible to efficiently prevent the generation of abnormal noises such as hammering sounds caused by the vibration of each lip. Note that even with this configuration, the ventilation parts 160 can be provided at equal intervals or at variable intervals.

[0051] While the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings, it goes without saying that the present invention is not limited to these examples. It is clear that those skilled in the art can conceive of various modifications and alterations within the scope of the claims, and it is understood that these modifications and alterations also fall within the technical scope of the present invention. [Industrial Applicability]

[0052] The present invention can be used in a glass molding structure for a vehicle. [Explanation of symbols]

[0053] 100...molding structure, 102...A-pillar, 104...windshield, 106...pillar glass, 108...windshield molding, 110...pillar glass molding, 110a...upper part, 110b...lower part, 112...side edge, 114...front edge, 116...molding body, 118...end face, 120...front face, 122...back face, 124...outer lip, 126...inner lip, 128...ventilation part, 130...side window, 132...side outer panel, E1...inner space, 150...molding structure, 152...ventilation part, 160...ventilation part

Claims

1. A glass molding structure for a vehicle includes a windshield arranged so that a side edge thereof overlaps an A-pillar of a vehicle body, a windshield molding attached to the side edge of the windshield, a pillar glass arranged so that a front edge thereof overlaps the A-pillar, and a pillar glass molding attached to the front edge of the pillar glass, The windshield molding is a molding body fitted to an end surface of the windshield; an outer lip of the molding main body extending from the vehicle outer side of the windshield and contacting the vehicle outer side of the pillar glass molding; an inner lip of the molding main body extending from a position closer to the vehicle inner side than the outer lip and contacting the pillar glass molding; and The vehicle glass molding structure further comprises a plurality of ventilation portions that are scattered along the longitudinal direction of the outer lip at the contact portion between the outer lip and the pillar glass molding and that communicate with the space between the outer lip and the inner lip.

2. The vehicle glass molding structure according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of ventilation portions include a plurality of grooves formed in one or both of the outer lip and the pillar glass molding.

3. 3. The glass molding structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, wherein the plurality of grooves are formed in the pillar glass molding.

4. The glass molding structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, wherein the plurality of grooves are formed in the outer lip.

5. 3. The glass molding structure for a vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the plurality of ventilation portions are provided at equal or predetermined intervals over the entire contact portion.

6. 3. The glass molding structure for a vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the plurality of ventilation portions are provided at equal or predetermined intervals locally in the contact portion.

7. 5. The glass molding structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, wherein the plurality of grooves extend in a direction intersecting the longitudinal direction of the windshield molding.

8. 4. The glass molding structure for a vehicle according to claim 3, wherein the plurality of grooves extend along a predetermined character line formed on the vehicle body.

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