Fender assembly and vehicle

Abstract

A fender assembly, comprising a fender and a trim member (3); the fender comprises a first panel (1) and a second panel (2), the second panel being connected to one side of the first panel; the trim member covers at least the second panel and is connected to the second panel, the trim member is provided with a mounting position for mounting a functional member (6), and the mounting position extends toward the second panel; and there is a clearance space for avoiding the mounting position at the joint between the first panel and the second panel. In this way, after the first panel and the second panel are separately formed by means of stamping and are then connected together, the clearance space is formed at the joint therebetween to avoid the mounting position, thereby reducing the difficulty of forming the clearance space, avoiding, to a certain extent, the phenomenon of cracking during stamping, which is caused by the avoidance of the mounting position on the trim member, improving the stamping yield of the fender, and thus improving the yield of the fender assembly. Further disclosed is a vehicle.

Description

Fender assemblies and vehicles

[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese patent application No. 202510129893.8, filed on February 5, 2025, entitled "Fender Assembly and Vehicle", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, specifically to a fender assembly and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0003] The fender is the outer body panel that covers the wheels. During vehicle operation, the fender protects the vehicle from sand and mud kicked up by the wheels, preventing them from splashing onto the bottom of the cargo box. To enhance the vehicle's aesthetics, decorative trim pieces are often installed on the fenders, with their outer surfaces flush with the fender's outer surface.

[0004] In related technologies, cameras are usually installed on decorative parts. However, in order to avoid the cameras, the fenders need to be recessed inward by a large amount along the width of the car body during the stamping process. This makes the fenders prone to cracking during the stamping process, resulting in a low yield rate. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application provides a fender assembly and a vehicle. The following is an overview of the subject matter described in detail in this application. This overview is not intended to limit the scope of the claims.

[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides a fender assembly, including a fender and a trim piece;

[0007] The fender includes a first plate and a second plate, wherein the second plate is connected to one side of the first plate;

[0008] The decorative element is at least covered on the second plate and connected to the second plate. The decorative element is provided with a mounting position for installing a functional component, and the mounting position extends toward the second plate.

[0009] The connection between the first plate and the second plate has a clearance space to avoid the mounting position.

[0010] Optionally, the first plate is provided with a first connecting part, and the second plate is provided with a second connecting part. The first plate is detachably connected to the second plate through the cooperation of the first connecting part and the second connecting part.

[0011] The first connecting part includes a first connecting hole, the second connecting part includes a second connecting hole, and the first plate is detachably connected by fasteners passing through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole.

[0012] Optionally, the first plate has a first flange on the side facing the second plate, the first flange extending at least along the width direction of the vehicle body toward the side away from the trim piece, and the first flange is connected to the second plate to form at least part of the clearance space;

[0013] And / or, the second panel has a second flange on the side facing the first panel, the second flange extending at least along the width direction of the vehicle body toward the side closer to the trim piece, the second flange being connected to the first panel to form at least part of the clearance space.

[0014] Optionally, a support frame is provided on the side of the second plate facing the first plate, the support frame extends toward the first plate, and the support frame and the first plate are stacked and connected along the width direction of the vehicle body.

[0015] Optionally, the support frame includes a first connecting section, a second connecting section, and a third connecting section;

[0016] The first connecting segment is connected to the second plate and abuts against the first plate on the side opposite to the decorative element along the width direction of the vehicle body;

[0017] The second connecting segment connects the first connecting segment and the third connecting segment, and together with the first plate, forms a cavity;

[0018] The third connecting segment abuts against the side of the first plate opposite to the decorative element in the width direction of the vehicle body.

[0019] Optionally, the support frame is detachably connected to the first plate.

[0020] And / or, the support frame is integrally formed with the second plate.

[0021] Optionally, the side of the decorative element facing away from the second panel is flush with the side of the first panel facing away from the vehicle body;

[0022] The decorative element has a shaped seam between it and the first plate. The connection and joint between the first plate and the second plate, as well as the mounting position, are located close to the shaped seam.

[0023] Optionally, the decorative component is provided with a first mounting part, and the second plate is provided with a second mounting part. The decorative component is detachably connected to the second plate through the matching of the first mounting part and the second mounting part.

[0024] The first mounting portion includes a first latching protrusion, and the second mounting portion includes a first latching hole into which the first latching protrusion can extend;

[0025] And / or, there are at least two first mounting portions, and at least two first mounting portions are spaced apart at least along the direction from the first plate to the second plate, and there are at least two second mounting portions, with the first mounting portions and the second mounting portions connected in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0026] Optionally, the decorative component is provided with a third mounting part, and the first plate is provided with a fourth mounting part. The decorative component is detachably connected to the first plate through the matching of the third mounting part and the fourth mounting part.

[0027] The third mounting portion includes a second latching protrusion, and the fourth mounting portion includes a second latching hole into which the second latching protrusion can extend;

[0028] And / or, there are at least two third mounting portions, and the at least two third mounting portions are spaced apart at least along the width direction of the decorative element; there are at least two fourth mounting portions, and the third mounting portions and the fourth mounting portions are connected in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0029] Optionally, the decorative part is provided with a first positioning part, and the second plate is provided with a second positioning part. The first positioning part and the second positioning part are connected to each other to position the decorative part.

[0030] One of the first positioning part and the second positioning part includes a first positioning protrusion, and the other of the first positioning part and the second positioning part includes a first positioning hole into which the first positioning protrusion can extend;

[0031] And / or, the decorative part is provided with a third positioning part, and the first plate is provided with a fourth positioning part, the third positioning part and the fourth positioning part are connected to each other to position the decorative part;

[0032] One of the third positioning part and the fourth positioning part includes a second positioning protrusion, and the other of the third positioning part and the fourth positioning part includes a second positioning hole into which the second positioning protrusion can extend.

[0033] Optionally, the decorative element has a decorative portion on the side facing the rear of the vehicle, at least a portion of which is located between the functional element and the second plate and is exposed on the exterior of the vehicle body;

[0034] The decorative part includes at least two decorative grilles, and the at least two decorative grilles are spaced apart along the height of the decorative element;

[0035] And / or, the functional component includes a camera.

[0036] Optionally, the first plate is provided with a third connecting part, and the first plate is connected to the vehicle body sheet metal through the third connecting part;

[0037] And / or, the first plate is provided with a fourth connecting part, and the first plate is connected to the wheel arch through the fourth connecting part;

[0038] And / or, the second plate is provided with a fifth connecting part, and the second plate is connected to the body sheet metal through the fifth connecting part;

[0039] And / or, the decorative element is provided with a sixth connecting part, and the decorative element is connected to the wheel arch through the sixth connecting part.

[0040] Secondly, this application provides a vehicle including the fender assembly as described above.

[0041] The fender assembly and vehicle provided in this application, by setting the fender as a first panel and a second panel, connecting the second panel to one side of the first panel, and covering at least the second panel with a trim piece and connecting it to the second panel. The trim piece is provided with a mounting position for installing a functional component, the mounting position extending toward the second panel, and the connection joint between the first panel and the second panel has a clearance space for avoiding the mounting position. Since the fender is composed of a first plate and a second plate, meaning the fender is a split structure, and the connection between the first and second plates has clearance space to avoid the installation position, the fender is formed as a split structure from the position corresponding to the installation position. Moreover, the connection between the split structure has clearance space for the installation position. Therefore, after the first and second plates are stamped and formed separately, they are connected together, and clearance space is formed at the connection between the two to avoid the installation position. Compared with the existing technology of forming clearance space for functional parts on a fender that is stamped into an integral structure, the forming difficulty of clearance space is reduced. This, to a certain extent, avoids cracking caused by avoiding the installation position on the decorative parts during the stamping process, improves the stamping yield of the fender, and thus improves the yield of the fender assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0042] The following figures are provided to further illustrate the technical solutions of this application and constitute a part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of this application to explain the technical solutions of this application and do not constitute a limitation on the technical solutions of this application.

[0043] Figure 1 is a side view of a fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 2 is a front view of a fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 3 is a side view of the fender of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 4 is a first-view structural schematic diagram of the fender assembly of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of the fender of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application from a second perspective.

[0048] Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view of the fender of a fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0049] Figure 7 is a magnified view of a portion of Figure 6;

[0050] Figure 8 is an isometric view of a partial structure of the fender of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0051] Figure 9 is a partial structural axial sectional view of the fender of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 10 is an isometric view of a partial structure of a fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0053] Figure 11 is a structural schematic diagram of the first plate of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0054] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second plate of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 13 is a structural schematic diagram of the decorative element of the fender assembly according to an embodiment of this application.

[0056] Among them, 1. First plate; 11. First connecting part; 12. First flange; 13. Fourth mounting part; 14. Fourth positioning part; 15. Third connecting part; 16. Fourth connecting part; 2. Second plate; 21. Second connecting part; 22. Second flange; 23. Second mounting part; 24. Second positioning part; 25. Fifth connecting part; 26. Second mounting hole; 3. Decorative part; 31. First mounting part; 32. Third mounting part; 33. First positioning part; 34. Third positioning part; 35. Decorative part; 36. Sixth connecting part; 37. First mounting hole; 4. Support frame; 41. First connecting section; 42. Second connecting section; 43. Third connecting section; 5. Shaping seam; 6. Functional component. Detailed Implementation

[0057] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0058] The fender is the outer body panel that covers the wheels. During vehicle operation, the fender protects the vehicle from sand and mud kicked up by the wheels, preventing them from splashing onto the bottom of the cargo box. To enhance the vehicle's aesthetics, decorative trim pieces are often installed on the fenders, with their outer surfaces flush with the fender's outer surface.

[0059] In related technologies, cameras are usually installed on decorative parts. However, in order to avoid the cameras, the fenders need to be recessed inward by a large amount along the width of the car body during the stamping process. This makes the fenders prone to cracking during the stamping process, resulting in a low yield rate.

[0060] Based on this, this application provides a fender assembly and a vehicle. By making the fender include a split first plate and a second plate, and providing a clearance space for avoiding the installation position at the connection between the first plate and the second plate, compared with the related technology of forming a clearance space for functional parts on a fender that is stamped into an integral structure, the forming difficulty of the clearance space is reduced. This avoids cracking caused by avoiding the installation position on the decorative part during the stamping process to a certain extent, thereby improving the stamping yield of the fender and thus improving the yield of the fender assembly.

[0061] The fender assembly and vehicle provided in this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments:

[0062] Referring to Figures 1 to 13, this embodiment provides a fender assembly, which includes a fender and a trim piece 3.

[0063] In some embodiments, the fender assembly may be adapted to the front wheel of the vehicle and used as a front fender assembly.

[0064] Specifically, referring to Figures 1 to 6, the fender includes a first panel 1 and a second panel 2, with the second panel 2 connected to one side of the first panel 1. A decorative element 3 is at least mounted on and connected to the second panel 2, and the decorative element 3 has a mounting position for installing a functional element 6, extending towards the second panel 2. The connection between the first panel 1 and the second panel 2 has clearance space to avoid the mounting position.

[0065] The fender includes a first plate 1 and a second plate 2. The second plate 2 is connected to one side of the first plate 1, so that the fender is formed into a split structure. This allows the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 to be stamped separately, reducing the difficulty of structural design and facilitating stamping.

[0066] Specifically, the first plate 1 is formed by stamping, the second plate 2 is formed by stamping, and the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 are connected together to form the fender.

[0067] Furthermore, by providing a clearance space at the connection point of the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 to avoid the installation position, the first plate 1 and the second plate 2, which are stamped and formed respectively, can be connected to form a clearance space for functional components at the connection point. Compared with the related technology of stamping clearance space for functional components on a one-piece fender, this reduces the stamping difficulty of clearance space, lowers the forming process requirements of the fender, and to a certain extent avoids the phenomenon of stamping cracking due to the clearance of the installation position of functional components, thereby improving the stamping yield.

[0068] In some embodiments, a portion of the clearance space for the mounting position can be formed on the first plate 1, while another portion of the clearance space for the mounting position can be formed on the second plate. In this way, when the overall structure of the clearance space required for the mounting position is the same, the design difficulty and styling difficulty of the clearance space can be split and weakened, and it can be reflected in the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 respectively. Then, by connecting the first plate 1 and the second plate 2, the two portions of clearance space are spliced ​​together to form the overall clearance space, thereby reducing the stamping difficulty of the clearance space, avoiding the phenomenon of stamping breakage due to clearance of the mounting position during the stamping process, and improving the stamping yield.

[0069] In other words, partial clearance spaces are formed by stamping on the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 respectively. Compared with the related technology, which forms an integral clearance space by stamping on the fender of an integrated structure, this reduces the difficulty of stamping clearance spaces and improves the stamping yield.

[0070] At the same time, it reduces the difficulty of design and production to a certain extent and improves work efficiency.

[0071] By providing clearance space at the connection point of the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 to avoid the installation position, that is, by forming the fender as a split structure at the corresponding installation position, the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 can be designed separately according to different process requirements and shape requirements, making the design and manufacturing of the fender more flexible.

[0072] In some embodiments, the first plate 1 may be made of sheet metal, such as aluminum alloy, which has high rigidity and strength.

[0073] The second plate 2 can be made of metal sheet by stamping, such as aluminum alloy, which has high rigidity and strength.

[0074] Decorative part 3 can be made using injection molding, and it can be made of plastic, which is easy to mold, lightweight, and conducive to lightweight design. It can also meet different styling requirements.

[0075] The fender assembly provided in this embodiment comprises a first panel 1 and a second panel 2, with the second panel 2 connected to one side of the first panel 1, and a decorative element 3 at least covering and connected to the second panel 2. The decorative element 3 has a mounting position for installing a functional component 6, extending towards the second panel 2, and the connection point between the first panel 1 and the second panel 2 has a clearance space to avoid the mounting position. Since the fender is formed by connecting the first plate 1 and the second plate 2, i.e., the fender is a split structure, and the connection between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 has a clearance space to avoid the installation position, that is, the fender is formed as a split structure from the position corresponding to the installation position, and the connection between the split structure has a clearance space for the installation position. Therefore, after the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 are stamped and formed separately, they are connected together, and a clearance space is formed at the connection between the two to avoid the installation position. Compared with the related technology of forming a clearance space for functional parts on a fender formed by stamping into an integral structure, the forming difficulty of the clearance space is reduced, thereby avoiding the phenomenon of cracking caused by avoiding the installation position of the functional part 6 on the decorative part 3 during the stamping process to a certain extent, improving the stamping yield of the fender, thereby improving the yield of the fender assembly.

[0076] In some implementations, the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 can be arranged along the height direction of the vehicle body, with the first plate 1 located above and the second plate 2 located below, and the second plate 2 connected to the bottom of the first plate 1.

[0077] Of course, in other implementations, the first plate and the second plate can be arranged along the length of the vehicle body, with the first plate located on the side facing the front of the vehicle and the second plate located on the side facing the rear of the vehicle, and the second plate connected to the side of the first plate facing the rear of the vehicle.

[0078] Referring to Figures 1 to 13, the following embodiments are illustrated with the example of the first plate 1 being located on top, the second plate 2 being located on the bottom, and the second plate 2 being connected to the bottom of the first plate 1.

[0079] In some embodiments, a first connecting part 11 is provided on the first plate 1, and a second connecting part 21 is provided on the second plate 2. The first plate 1 is detachably connected to the second plate 2 through the cooperation of the first connecting part 11 and the second connecting part 21, which is convenient for assembly and easy for replacement and maintenance.

[0080] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 7 and 8, the first connecting portion 11 includes a first connecting hole, the second connecting portion 21 includes a second connecting hole, and the first plate 1 is detachably connected by fasteners such as bolts passing through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole, making the connection convenient and secure.

[0081] Meanwhile, if either the first plate 1 or the second plate 2 is damaged, it is only necessary to disassemble the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 and replace the damaged one. This not only improves the maintainability of the fender assembly, but also reduces maintenance costs to a certain extent.

[0082] In some embodiments, the first plate 1 may be provided with a plurality of first connecting holes, which are provided at intervals along the circumference of the first plate 1 on the side of the first plate 1 facing the second plate 2. Correspondingly, the side of the second plate 2 facing the first plate 1 is provided with a plurality of second connecting holes, with one first connecting hole corresponding to one second connecting hole. This makes the connection strength between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 higher, thereby making the structural strength of the fender and the fender assembly higher.

[0083] In other embodiments, the first plate and the second plate may be connected together by a snap-fit ​​mechanism.

[0084] In some embodiments, referring to FIG7, the first plate 1 has a first flange 12 on the side facing the second plate 2. The first flange 12 extends at least along the width direction of the vehicle body toward the side away from the trim 3. The first flange 12 is connected to the second plate 2 to form at least a partial clearance space.

[0085] A first flange 12 is provided at the bottom of the first plate 1, which connects to the second plate 2. This not only increases the contact area between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 and improves the connection strength between them, but also makes the fender structurally stronger. Moreover, the structure is simple, easy to manufacture, and facilitates the creation of clearance space to avoid the installation position.

[0086] In some embodiments, the first connecting portion 11 on the first plate 1 may be disposed on the first flange 12.

[0087] Since the first flange 12 extends at least along the width direction of the vehicle body towards the side away from the decorative part 3, that is, the first flange 12 extends at least along the width direction of the vehicle body towards the side closer to the vehicle body, and since the connection and joint of the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 are set at the corresponding installation position, after the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 are connected, the first flange 12 can form a clearance area for the installation position to a certain extent, which improves practicality.

[0088] In some embodiments, the first flange 12 may also extend along the height direction of the vehicle body.

[0089] In some embodiments, referring to FIG7, the second plate 2 has a second flange 22 on the side facing the first plate 1. The second flange 22 extends at least along the width direction of the vehicle body toward the side closer to the trim 3. The second flange 22 is connected to the first plate 1 to form at least a partial clearance space.

[0090] A second flange 22 is provided on the top of the second plate 2, which connects to the first plate 1. This not only increases the contact area between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 and improves the connection strength between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2, but also makes the fender structurally stronger. Moreover, the structure is simple, easy to manufacture, and facilitates the creation of clearance space to avoid the installation position.

[0091] In some embodiments, the second connecting portion 21 on the second plate 2 may be disposed on the second flange 22, for example.

[0092] Since the second flange 22 extends at least along the width direction of the vehicle body towards the side closer to the decorative part 3, that is, the second flange 22 extends at least along the width direction of the vehicle body towards the direction away from the vehicle body, and since the connection and joint of the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 are set at the corresponding installation position, after the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 are connected, the second flange 22 can form a clearance area for the installation position to a certain extent, which improves practicality.

[0093] In some embodiments, the second flange 22 may also extend along the height direction of the vehicle body.

[0094] In other embodiments, the bottom of the first plate has a first flange, and the top of the second plate also has a second flange. The first flange and the second flange can be stacked and connected in the height direction of the vehicle body, so that the connection strength between the first plate and the second plate is higher.

[0095] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and 12, a support frame 4 is provided on the side of the second plate 2 facing the first plate 1. The support frame 4 extends toward the first plate 1, and the support frame 4 and the first plate 1 are stacked and connected in the width direction of the vehicle body.

[0096] By setting a support frame 4 on the top of the second plate 2, and stacking and connecting the support frame 4 and the second plate 2 along the width direction of the vehicle body, that is, the support frame 4 and the second plate 2 have an overlapping area along the height direction of the vehicle body, and the two are connected together in the overlapping area, thereby increasing the contact area between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2, improving the connection strength and connection stability of the first plate 1 and the second plate 2, and making the structural strength and rigidity of the fender and fender assembly higher.

[0097] In some embodiments, the support frame 4 can extend along both the height and width directions of the vehicle body, making the connection convenient and stable, and the assembly easy.

[0098] In some embodiments, referring to FIG7, the support frame 4 includes a first connecting section 41, a second connecting section 42, and a third connecting section 43. The first connecting section 41 is connected to the second plate 2 and abuts against the side of the first plate 1 opposite to the trim piece 3 along the vehicle width direction; the second connecting section 42 connects between the first connecting section 41 and the third connecting section 43 and surrounds the first plate 1 to form a cavity; the third connecting section 43 abuts against the side of the first plate 1 opposite to the trim piece 3 along the vehicle width direction.

[0099] In some embodiments, the first connecting segment 41 may extend at least along the height direction of the vehicle body, and the first connecting segment 41 and the first plate 1 are stacked and abutted together along the width direction of the vehicle body, making the connection convenient and stable.

[0100] In some implementations, the shape of the first connecting segment 41 can be the same as the shape of the corresponding position of the first plate 1. This results in better fit between the first connecting segment 41 and the first plate 1, a larger contact area, and higher connection stability.

[0101] The side of the first connecting section 41 away from the second connecting section 42 can extend in a direction away from the decorative piece 3, so that the first connecting section 41 has an abutting section that abuts against the first flange 12 or the second flange 22, thereby improving the structural strength of the fender.

[0102] In some embodiments, the second connecting segment 42 is spaced apart from the first plate 1, and the second connecting segment 42 and the first plate 1 enclose a cavity. In this way, the cavity between the second connecting segment 42 and the first plate 1 forms a collapsible space. If the fender assembly encounters a side collision, the cavity can buffer the collision force, improve the side collision performance of the fender assembly, and to a certain extent avoid injury to the vehicle body and the occupants in the driver's cab, thus ensuring high safety.

[0103] In some implementations, the second connecting section 42 is provided with weight reduction holes. On the one hand, this is beneficial for the lightweight design of the fender assembly. On the other hand, the design of the weight reduction holes increases the force transmission path, thereby further improving the side impact performance of the fender assembly.

[0104] In some embodiments, the third connecting segment 43 may extend at least along the height direction of the vehicle body, and the third connecting segment 43 and the first plate 1 are stacked and abutted together along the width direction of the vehicle body, making the connection convenient and stable.

[0105] The shape of the third connecting segment 43 can be the same as the shape of the corresponding position of the first plate 1. In this way, the third connecting segment 43 fits the first plate 1 better, the contact area is larger, and the connection stability is higher.

[0106] In some embodiments, the support frame 4 is detachably connected to the first plate 1. In this way, if either the support frame 4 or the first plate 1 is damaged, the support frame 4 and the first plate 1 can be disassembled and separated, and the damaged support frame 4 or the first plate 1 can be replaced. This improves the convenience of replacement and maintenance, and at the same time reduces maintenance costs to a certain extent.

[0107] Of course, in other embodiments, the support frame and the first plate can be connected together by welding.

[0108] In some embodiments, the support frame 4 and the second plate 2 are integrally formed, resulting in good integrity and high structural strength.

[0109] Of course, in other embodiments, the support frame can be welded to the second plate.

[0110] In some embodiments, referring to FIG1, the side of the decorative element 3 facing away from the second plate 2 is flush with the side of the first plate 1 facing away from the vehicle body, which improves the aesthetics.

[0111] In some embodiments, the decorative element 3 has a molding seam 5 between it and the first plate 1, and the connection and installation position of the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 are located close to the molding seam 5.

[0112] Referring to Figure 2, the decorative component 3 and the first plate 1 have a molding seam 5. The mounting position of the functional component 6 on the decorative component 3 is located near the molding seam 5.

[0113] In related technologies, the fender is a one-piece structure formed by stamping. To avoid the mounting position, the shape and structure of the fender at the corresponding mounting position change very drastically, especially in the width direction of the vehicle body, where there is a large stepped area. This makes the design and stamping process very difficult, resulting in low work efficiency. Moreover, during the stamping process, the fender is prone to cracking at the corresponding mounting position, leading to a low yield rate.

[0114] This embodiment sets the fender as a split structure, and positions the connection between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 close to the molding seam 5. This reduces the design and stamping difficulty, improving work efficiency. Furthermore, it avoids cracking during stamping due to misalignment with the mounting position, increasing the fender's stamping yield and thus improving the overall yield of the fender assembly.

[0115] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 10 and 13, the decorative part 3 is provided with a first mounting part 31, and the second plate 2 is provided with a second mounting part 23. The decorative part 3 is detachably connected to the second plate 2 through the matching of the first mounting part 31 and the second mounting part 23, which is convenient for assembly and easy for replacement and maintenance, thus saving costs to a certain extent.

[0116] In some implementations, the first mounting part 31 may include a first latching protrusion, and the second mounting part 23 may include a first latching hole into which the first latching protrusion can extend. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, and the connection is convenient and stable.

[0117] In some other implementations, the first mounting part is a first slot, and the second mounting part is a first protrusion.

[0118] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 4, 5, 10 and 13, there are at least two first mounting portions 31, which are spaced apart at least along the direction from the first plate 1 to the second plate 2. There are at least two second mounting portions 23, and the first mounting portions 31 and the second mounting portions 23 are connected in a one-to-one correspondence. That is, multiple sets of interconnected first mounting portions 31 and second mounting portions 23 are provided between the decorative piece 3 and the second plate 2, which makes the connection stability between the decorative piece 3 and the second plate 2 higher.

[0119] Referring to Figures 4, 5, 10 and 13, the decorative part 3 is provided with three first latching protrusions, and the second plate 2 is provided with three corresponding first latching holes. One first latching protrusion corresponds to one first latching hole. The decorative part 3 is latched onto the second plate 2 by three sets of mutually cooperating first latching protrusions and first latching holes, which makes assembly convenient and stable and easy to replace.

[0120] In some other implementations, the first mounting part can be a first mounting hole 37 provided on the decorative part, and the second mounting part can be a second mounting hole 26 and a bolt (not shown) provided on the second plate 2, so that the decorative part 3 is connected to the second plate 2 by bolts passing through the first mounting hole 37 and the second mounting hole 26.

[0121] Of course, in some other implementations, as shown in Figures 5 and 13, the decorative part 3 may have a first mounting hole as well as a first latching protrusion. Correspondingly, the second plate 2 may have a first mounting hole as well as a second mounting hole and a bolt.

[0122] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 4, 5, 10 and 13, a first positioning part 33 is provided on the decorative part 3, and a second positioning part 24 is provided on the second plate 2. The first positioning part 33 and the second positioning part 24 are connected to each other to position the decorative part 3, which facilitates the assembly between the decorative part 3 and the second plate 2 and makes the assembly accuracy of the decorative part 3 on the second plate 2 higher.

[0123] In some embodiments, one of the first positioning part 33 and the second positioning part 24 includes a first positioning protrusion, and the other of the first positioning part 33 and the second positioning part 24 includes a first positioning hole into which the first positioning protrusion can extend. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, and convenient for positioning.

[0124] In some implementations, referring to Figure 2, the first positioning part 33 may be a first positioning protrusion provided on the decorative part 3, and the second positioning part 24 may be a first positioning hole provided on the second plate 2, with the first positioning protrusion extending toward the second plate 2.

[0125] In some embodiments, a first support post may be provided at the position of the decorative element 3 corresponding to the first positioning protrusion. The first support post extends toward the direction close to the second plate 2, and the first positioning protrusion is provided on the side of the first support post away from the decorative element 3. This not only facilitates assembly, but also allows the first support post to create a certain gap between the decorative element 3 and the second plate 2. This gap forms a crumple space for the decorative element 3, which improves the fender assembly's resistance to side collisions.

[0126] In some other implementations, the first positioning part can be a first positioning hole provided on the decorative part, and the second positioning part can be a first positioning protrusion provided on the second plate.

[0127] In some embodiments, the decorative part 3 may be provided with a plurality of first positioning parts 33 at intervals, and the corresponding second plate 2 may be provided with a plurality of second positioning parts 24, making the assembly of the decorative part 3 more convenient and the assembly accuracy higher.

[0128] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 4 and 13, the decorative part 3 is provided with a third mounting part 32, and the first plate 1 is provided with a fourth mounting part 13. The decorative part 3 is connected to the first plate 1 through the matching of the third mounting part 32 and the fourth mounting part 13, which facilitates assembly.

[0129] In some implementations, the third mounting part 32 may include a second latching protrusion, and the fourth mounting part 13 may include a second latching hole into which the second latching protrusion can extend. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, and the connection is convenient and stable.

[0130] In some other implementations, the third mounting part is the second mounting hole, and the fourth mounting part is the second mounting protrusion.

[0131] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 4 and 13, there are at least two third mounting portions 32, and the at least two third mounting portions 32 are spaced apart at least along the width direction of the decorative member 3. There are at least two fourth mounting portions 13, and the third mounting portions 32 and the fourth mounting portions 13 are connected in a one-to-one correspondence. That is, multiple sets of interconnected third mounting portions 32 and fourth mounting portions 13 are provided between the decorative member 3 and the first plate 1, so that the connection stability between the decorative member 3 and the first plate 1 is higher.

[0132] In some embodiments, the third mounting part 32 and the fourth mounting part 13 are detachably connected, which makes installation and disassembly convenient, facilitates replacement and maintenance, and saves costs to a certain extent.

[0133] Referring to Figures 4 and 13, the decorative part 3 is provided with two second latching protrusions, and the first plate 1 is provided with two corresponding second latching holes. One second latching protrusion corresponds to one second latching hole. The decorative part 3 is latched onto the first plate 1 by two sets of mutually cooperating second latching protrusions and second latching holes, which makes assembly convenient and stable and easy to replace.

[0134] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 4 and 13, a third positioning part 34 is provided on the decorative part 3, and a fourth positioning part 14 is provided on the first plate 1. The third positioning part 34 and the fourth positioning part 14 are connected to each other to position the decorative part 3, which facilitates the assembly between the decorative part 3 and the first plate 1 and makes the assembly accuracy of the decorative part 3 on the first plate 1 higher.

[0135] In some embodiments, one of the third positioning part 34 and the fourth positioning part 14 includes a second positioning protrusion, and the other of the third positioning part 34 and the fourth positioning part 14 includes a second positioning hole into which the second positioning protrusion can extend. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, and convenient for positioning.

[0136] In some implementations, referring to Figure 2, the third positioning part 34 may be a second positioning protrusion provided on the decorative part 3, and the fourth positioning part 14 may be a second positioning hole provided on the second plate 2, with the second positioning protrusion extending toward the first plate 1.

[0137] In other implementations, the third positioning part may be a second positioning hole provided on the decorative part, and the fourth positioning part may be a second positioning protrusion provided on the second plate.

[0138] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1, 10 and 13, the decorative element 3 has a decorative portion 35 on the side facing the rear of the vehicle. At least a portion of the decorative portion 35 is located between the functional element 6 and the second plate 2 along the width direction of the vehicle body and is exposed on the exterior of the vehicle body. This not only makes the position of the functional element 6 more conspicuous, but also makes the shape of the decorative element 3 more aesthetically pleasing, thus enhancing the aesthetics of the fender assembly.

[0139] In some implementations, the functional component 6 may be a camera. By positioning at least part of the decorative part 35 between the functional component 6 and the second plate 2 and exposing it to the outside of the vehicle body, the field of view of the camera is increased, making it easier for the camera to take pictures.

[0140] In other implementations, the functional component 6 can be, for example, a radar, a turn signal, etc.

[0141] In some implementations, the trim 35 includes at least two trim grilles, which are spaced apart along the height of the trim piece 3. The trim grilles are exposed on the exterior of the vehicle body and have an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0142] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the projection of the joint between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 onto the decorative element 3 coincides with the mounting position, thereby making the joint between the first plate 1 and the second plate 2 relatively close to the mounting position, which facilitates the stamping and forming of the first plate 1 and the second plate 2.

[0143] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 and 3, a third connecting part 15 is provided on the first plate 1, and the first plate 1 is connected to the body sheet metal through the third connecting part 15, which is convenient and stable.

[0144] In some implementations, the third connecting part 15 can be a third connecting hole, and the body sheet metal is provided with a first sheet metal hole at the position corresponding to the third connecting hole. In this way, the first plate 1 is connected to the body sheet metal by fasteners such as bolts passing through the third connecting hole and the first sheet metal hole. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, easy to assemble and stable.

[0145] In some embodiments, the first plate 1 is detachably connected to the body sheet metal via a third connecting part 15, which facilitates assembly and replacement.

[0146] Of course, in some other implementations, the third connecting part can be either a protrusion or a slot, and the first sheet metal hole can be either a protrusion or a slot.

[0147] In some embodiments, a plurality of third connecting portions 15 may be provided on the first plate 1, and the plurality of third connecting portions 15 may be arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first plate 1 on the side of the first plate 1 facing the vehicle body sheet metal.

[0148] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 2, 4, 5 and 11, a fourth connecting portion 16 is provided on the first plate 1, and the first plate 1 is connected to the wheel arch through the fourth connecting portion 16.

[0149] In some implementations, the fourth connecting part 16 can be a third locking hole, and a third locking protrusion is provided at the position of the third locking hole on the wheel arch. In this way, the first plate 1 is connected to the wheel arch through the locking of the third locking hole and the third locking protrusion. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, easy to assemble, and easy to replace.

[0150] Of course, in some other implementations, the fourth connecting part can be the third latching protrusion, and the wheel arch is provided with a third latching hole at the position corresponding to the third latching protrusion.

[0151] In some embodiments, a plurality of fourth connecting portions 16 may be provided on the first plate 1. For example, the plurality of fourth connecting portions 16 may be arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first plate 1 on the side of the first plate 1 facing the wheel and located on the side of the first plate 1 away from the vehicle body.

[0152] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 1 and 3, a fifth connecting part 25 is provided on the second plate 2, and the second plate 2 is connected to the body sheet metal through the fifth connecting part 25, which is convenient and stable.

[0153] In some implementations, the fifth connecting part 25 can be the fourth connecting hole, and the body sheet metal is provided with a second sheet metal hole at the position corresponding to the fourth connecting hole. In this way, the second plate 2 is connected to the body sheet metal by fasteners such as bolts passing through the fourth connecting hole and the second sheet metal hole. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, easy to assemble and stable.

[0154] In some embodiments, the second plate 2 is detachably connected to the body sheet metal via a fifth connecting part 25, which facilitates assembly and replacement.

[0155] Of course, in some other implementations, the fifth connecting part can be one of a protrusion and a slot, and the second sheet metal hole can be the other of a protrusion and a slot.

[0156] In a specific implementation, the second plate 2 may be provided with a plurality of fifth connecting parts 25, and the plurality of fifth connecting parts 25 may be provided at intervals along the circumference of the second plate 2 on the side of the second plate 2 facing the vehicle body sheet metal.

[0157] In some embodiments, referring to FIG2, the decorative element 3 is provided with a sixth connecting portion 36, and the decorative element 3 is connected to the wheel arch through the sixth connecting portion 36.

[0158] In some implementations, the sixth connecting part 36 can be the fourth locking hole, and the wheel arch is provided with a fourth locking protrusion at the position corresponding to the fourth locking hole. In this way, the decorative part 3 is connected to the wheel arch through the locking of the fourth locking hole and the fourth locking protrusion. The structure is simple, easy to manufacture, easy to assemble, and easy to replace.

[0159] Of course, in some other implementations, the sixth connecting part can be the fourth locking protrusion, and the wheel arch is provided with a fourth locking hole at the position corresponding to the fourth locking protrusion.

[0160] In some embodiments, the trim piece 3 may be provided with a plurality of sixth connecting portions 36, which may be arranged at intervals along the circumference of the trim piece 3 on the side of the trim piece 3 facing the wheel and on the side of the trim piece 3 away from the vehicle body.

[0161] This embodiment also provides a vehicle, which includes a fender assembly.

[0162] In some embodiments, the vehicle also includes wheel arches.

[0163] The first panel 1 of the fender assembly is connected to the wheel arch, and the decorative part 3 of the fender assembly is connected to the wheel arch.

[0164] In some implementations, the first plate 1 is connected to the wheel arch via the fourth connecting part 16, and the decorative part 3 is connected to the wheel arch via the sixth connecting part 36.

[0165] The fender assembly in this embodiment has the same structure and implementation principle as the fender assembly provided in the above embodiments, and can bring the same or similar technical effects. It will not be described in detail here, but can be referred to the description of the above embodiments.

[0166] In this document, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0167] In this document, relational terms such as “first” and “second” are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, without necessarily requiring or implying any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase “comprising one…” does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0168] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications or equivalent substitutions made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A fender assembly, comprising a fender and a trim piece (3); The fender includes a first plate (1) and a second plate (2), the second plate (2) being connected to one side of the first plate (1); The decorative element (3) is at least covered on the second plate (2) and connected to the second plate (2). The decorative element (3) is provided with a mounting position for installing the functional element (6), and the mounting position extends toward the second plate (2). The connection between the first plate (1) and the second plate (2) has a clearance space for avoiding the mounting position.

2. The fender assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The first plate (1) is provided with a first connecting part (11), and the second plate (2) is provided with a second connecting part (21). The first plate (1) is detachably connected to the second plate (2) through the cooperation of the first connecting part (11) and the second connecting part (21). The first connecting part (11) includes a first connecting hole, the second connecting part (21) includes a second connecting hole, and the first plate (1) is detachably connected by fasteners passing through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole.

3. The fender assembly according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The first plate (1) has a first flange (12) on the side facing the second plate (2), the first flange (12) extends at least along the width direction of the vehicle body toward the side away from the decorative element (3), and the first flange (12) is connected to the second plate (2) to form at least part of the clearance space; And / or, the second plate (2) has a second flange (22) on the side facing the first plate (1), the second flange (22) extending at least along the width direction of the vehicle body toward the side close to the trim piece (3), the second flange (22) being connected to the first plate (1) to form at least part of the clearance space.

4. The fender assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, A support frame (4) is provided on the side of the second plate (2) facing the first plate (1). The support frame (4) extends toward the first plate (1). The support frame (4) and the first plate (1) are stacked and connected along the width direction of the vehicle body.

5. The fender assembly according to claim 4, wherein, The support frame (4) includes a first connecting section (41), a second connecting section (42), and a third connecting section (43); The first connecting segment (41) is connected to the second plate (2) and abuts against the first plate (1) on the side opposite to the decorative piece (3) along the width direction of the vehicle body; The second connecting segment (42) is connected between the first connecting segment (41) and the third connecting segment (43), and forms a cavity with the first plate (1); The third connecting segment (43) abuts against the side of the first plate (1) opposite to the decorative element (3) in the width direction of the vehicle body.

6. The fender assembly according to claim 4 or 5, wherein, The support frame (4) is detachably connected to the first plate (1); And / or, the support frame (4) is integrally formed with the second plate (2).

7. The fender assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein, The side of the decorative piece (3) facing away from the second plate (2) is flush with the side of the first plate (1) facing away from the vehicle body; The decorative piece (3) has a sculpted seam (5) between it and the first plate (1). The connection and joint of the first plate (1) and the second plate (2) and the mounting position are both located near the sculpted seam (5).

8. The fender assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein, The decorative part (3) is provided with a first mounting part (31), and the second plate (2) is provided with a second mounting part (23). The decorative part (3) is detachably connected to the second plate (2) through the matching of the first mounting part (31) and the second mounting part (23). The first mounting portion (31) includes a first latching protrusion, and the second mounting portion (23) includes a first latching hole into which the first latching protrusion can extend; And / or, there are at least two first mounting portions (31), and at least two first mounting portions (31) are spaced apart at least along the direction from the first plate (1) to the second plate (2), and there are at least two second mounting portions (23), with the first mounting portions (31) and the second mounting portions (23) connected in a one-to-one correspondence.

9. The fender assembly according to claim 8, wherein, The decorative part (3) is provided with a third mounting part (32), and the first plate (1) is provided with a fourth mounting part (13). The decorative part (3) is detachably connected to the first plate (1) through the matching of the third mounting part (32) and the fourth mounting part (13). The third mounting part (32) includes a second latching protrusion, and the fourth mounting part (13) includes a second latching hole into which the second latching protrusion can extend; And / or, there are at least two third mounting portions (32), and at least two third mounting portions (32) are spaced apart at least along the width direction of the decorative element (3), and there are at least two fourth mounting portions (13), and the third mounting portions (32) and the fourth mounting portions (13) are connected in a one-to-one correspondence.

10. The fender assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein, The decorative part (3) is provided with a first positioning part (33), and the second plate (2) is provided with a second positioning part (24). The first positioning part (33) and the second positioning part (24) are connected to each other to position the decorative part (3). One of the first positioning part (33) and the second positioning part (24) includes a first positioning protrusion, and the other of the first positioning part (33) and the second positioning part (24) includes a first positioning hole into which the first positioning protrusion can extend. And / or, the decorative part (3) is provided with a third positioning part (34), and the first plate (1) is provided with a fourth positioning part (14). The third positioning part (34) and the fourth positioning part (14) are connected to each other to position the decorative part (3). One of the third positioning part (34) and the fourth positioning part (14) includes a second positioning protrusion, and the other of the third positioning part (34) and the fourth positioning part (14) includes a second positioning hole into which the second positioning protrusion can extend.

11. The fender assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein, The decorative element (3) has a decorative portion (35) on the side facing the rear of the vehicle. At least part of the decorative portion (35) is located between the functional element (6) and the second plate (2) and is exposed on the exterior of the vehicle body. The decorative part (35) includes at least two decorative grilles, which are spaced apart along the height of the decorative member (3); And / or, the functional component (6) includes a camera.

12. The fender assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein, The first plate (1) is provided with a third connecting part (15), and the first plate (1) is connected to the body sheet metal through the third connecting part (15); And / or, the first plate (1) is provided with a fourth connecting part (16), and the first plate (1) is connected to the wheel arch through the fourth connecting part (16); And / or, the second plate (2) is provided with a fifth connecting part (25), and the second plate (2) is connected to the body sheet metal through the fifth connecting part (25); And / or, the decorative part (3) is provided with a sixth connecting part (36), and the decorative part (3) is connected to the wheel arch through the sixth connecting part (36).

13. A vehicle comprising a fender assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 12.

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