Integral air duct luggage rack and vehicle

Abstract

The present application relates to the field of vehicles, and specifically provides an integral air duct luggage rack and a vehicle. The integral air duct luggage rack comprises an upper profile, hanger brackets, a bottom plate, an inner sealing plate, a pressing plate, and an insertion member. The bottom plate is connected to the upper profile by means of the hanger brackets; and a space defined by the inner sealing plate, the upper profile, and the bottom plate constitutes an air duct. The extending direction of the pressing plate and the extending direction of the insertion member are the same as that of the inner sealing plate, and the length of the pressing plate and the length of the insertion member are matched with that of the inner sealing plate. The insertion member is provided with an insertion slot, and the pressing plate supports the upper end of the inner sealing plate and fixes the pressing plate and the inner sealing plate on the upper profile by means of threaded connection. The insertion member is fixed on the bottom plate, and the lower end of the inner sealing plate is inserted into the insertion slot. In the present application, when the inner sealing plate is installed after completion of air conditioning maintenance, the upper and lower ends of the inner sealing plate can be reliably positioned by the pressing plate and the insertion member, respectively, thereby ensuring that the inner sealing plate is accurately reinstalled.

Description

Integrated air duct luggage rack and vehicle Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of vehicles, and in particular relates to an integrated air duct luggage rack and vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Luggage racks and air ducts are important functional and decorative components in passenger vehicles. For mid-to-high-end passenger vehicles, an integrated structure combining the air duct and luggage rack can be adopted. For example, the utility model patent with authorization announcement number CN203601135U provides an internal luggage rack assembly, which includes a base plate, an upper profile, an inner sealing plate, and a hanger. The base plate is connected to the upper profile via the hanger. The left and right sides of the base plate are respectively the air duct section and the load-bearing section. The upper and lower ends of the inner sealing plate are connected to the upper profile and the base plate, respectively. The inner sealing plate, the left side of the base plate, and the upper profile together form the air duct. The connection between the inner sealing plate, the upper profile, and the base plate is usually achieved using fasteners such as screws and rivets. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide an integrated air duct luggage rack and vehicle to solve the technical problem that it is difficult to ensure the straightness of the inner sealing plate of the luggage rack during secondary installation in the related art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the integrated air duct luggage rack provided in this application is described below.

[0005] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide an integrated air duct luggage rack, which includes an upper profile, a hanging bracket, a base plate, an inner sealing plate, a pressure plate, and a connector. The base plate is connected to the upper profile via the hanging bracket, and the space enclosed by the inner sealing plate, the upper profile, and the base plate constitutes an air duct. The pressure plate and the connector extend in the same direction as the inner sealing plate, and the lengths of the pressure plate and the connector are adapted to the inner sealing plate. The connector has a connector groove. The pressure plate supports the upper end of the inner sealing plate, and the pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile. The connector is fixed to the base plate, and the lower end of the inner sealing plate is inserted into the connector groove.

[0006] In conjunction with the first aspect above, in some embodiments, a detachable lamp mounting plate is also installed at the lower end of the pressure plate for mounting lighting fixtures.

[0007] In conjunction with the first aspect above, in some embodiments, the lamp mounting plate is snapped onto the pressure plate by a snap-fit ​​structure.

[0008] In conjunction with the first aspect described above, in some embodiments, the base plate is provided with an upward protrusion, and the area below the protrusion forms a mounting groove for mounting a luggage rack top light, with a connector fixed to the protrusion.

[0009] In conjunction with the first aspect above, in some embodiments, a set screw is installed on the connector, one end of which abuts against the inner sealing plate.

[0010] In conjunction with the first aspect mentioned above, in some embodiments, a luggage rack end with a box-like structure is also installed on the base plate.

[0011] In conjunction with the first aspect above, in some embodiments, the end of the luggage rack is provided with a lid.

[0012] In conjunction with the first aspect above, in some embodiments, the pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile by screws.

[0013] According to the technical solution of this application, the connection structure between the inner sealing plate, the upper profile, and the hanger is improved. Specifically, a plug-in bracket and a pressure plate are added to position the inner sealing plate. When the air conditioner needs maintenance, the screws fixing the upper end of the inner sealing plate can be removed first, and the pressure plate can be removed. At this time, the upper end of the inner sealing plate can be separated from the upper profile, and then the lower end of the inner sealing plate can be removed from the plug-in slot of the plug-in component, facilitating disassembly. When reinstalling the inner sealing plate after the air conditioner maintenance is completed, the lower end of the inner sealing plate is inserted into the plug-in component, which positions the lower end of the inner sealing plate. After reinstalling the pressure plate and fixing it with screws, even if some threaded holes are damaged and cannot be reinstalled in the original position, the upper end of the inner sealing plate will remain in its initial position under the positioning effect of the pressure plate, ensuring the straightness of the inner sealing plate after reinstallation and avoiding potential air leakage problems later.

[0014] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide a vehicle including an integrated air duct roof rack. The integrated air duct roof rack includes an upper profile, a hanger, a base plate, an inner sealing plate, and a connector. The base plate is connected to the upper profile via the hanger, and the space enclosed by the inner sealing plate, the upper profile, and the base plate constitutes an air duct. The extension direction of the pressure plate and the connector is the same as that of the inner sealing plate, and the length of the pressure plate and the connector is adapted to the inner sealing plate. The connector has a connector groove, the pressure plate supports the upper end of the inner sealing plate, and the pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile. The connector is fixed to the base plate, and the lower end of the inner sealing plate is inserted into the connector groove.

[0015] In conjunction with the second aspect above, in some embodiments, a detachable lamp mounting plate is also installed at the lower end of the pressure plate for mounting lighting fixtures.

[0016] In conjunction with the second aspect above, in some embodiments, the lamp mounting plate is snapped onto the pressure plate by a snap-fit ​​structure.

[0017] In conjunction with the second aspect above, in some embodiments, the base plate is provided with an upward protrusion, and the area below the protrusion forms a mounting groove for mounting a luggage rack top light, with a connector fixed to the protrusion.

[0018] In conjunction with the second aspect above, in some embodiments, a set screw is installed on the connector, with one end of the set screw abutting against the inner sealing plate.

[0019] In conjunction with the second aspect above, in some embodiments, a luggage rack end with a box-like structure is also installed on the base plate.

[0020] In conjunction with the second aspect above, in some embodiments, the end of the luggage rack is provided with a lid.

[0021] In conjunction with the second aspect above, in some embodiments, the pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile by screws.

[0022] According to the vehicle described in this application, the integrated air duct roof rack improves the connection structure between the inner sealing panel, the upper profile, and the hanger. Specifically, a connector and a pressure plate are added to position the inner sealing panel. When the air conditioning needs maintenance, the screws securing the upper inner sealing panel can be removed first, and the pressure plate removed. At this point, the upper end of the inner sealing panel can be separated from the upper profile, and then the lower end of the inner sealing panel can be removed from the connector slot, facilitating disassembly. When reinstalling the inner sealing panel after air conditioning maintenance, the lower end of the inner sealing panel is inserted into the connector, which positions the lower end of the inner sealing panel. After reinstalling the pressure plate and securing it with screws, even if some threaded holes are damaged and cannot be reinstalled in the original position, the upper end of the inner sealing panel will remain in its initial position thanks to the positioning effect of the pressure plate, ensuring the straightness of the inner sealing panel after reinstallation and preventing potential air leakage problems. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 is an exploded view (partial) of an embodiment of the integral air duct luggage rack in this application.

[0024] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the base plate in the embodiment of the integral air duct luggage rack in this application.

[0025] Figure 3 is a partial cross-sectional view of the connection positions at both ends of the inner sealing plate in the embodiment of the integral air duct luggage rack in this application.

[0026] Figure 4 is a magnified view of a local location in Figure 3.

[0027] Reference numerals: 1. Base plate; 2. Inner sealing plate; 201. Snap-fit ​​edge; 3. Upper profile; 4. Hanger; 5. Luggage rack end; 51. Case cover; 6. Pressure plate; 7. Light mounting plate; 8. Connector; 81. Connecting groove; 9. Screw; 10. Top screw; 101. Protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0028] In conventional buses, air conditioners are typically located on the roof. This means that cool / hot air has to travel a considerable distance to exit the vents, resulting in energy waste. To save energy, the applicant proposes a structure that integrates the air conditioner within the ductwork—a built-in air conditioner. This allows for zero-distance delivery of cool / hot air, reducing energy consumption.

[0029] Compared to placing the air conditioner on the roof, placing the evaporator inside the air duct makes maintenance inconvenient. Although the existing inner sealing plate is connected to the upper profile and the base plate at both ends by screws (usually self-tapping screws), considering the overall vehicle weight reduction, the upper profile is generally made of aluminum with a thinner wall, and the base plate is generally made of polymer materials, meaning that the upper profile and base plate have lower hardness. In practice, after removing the screws connecting the two ends of the inner sealing plate, the threaded holes on the upper profile and base plate may be damaged, and the screws cannot be installed in their original positions. At this time, the on-site staff need to use rivets or screws to fix it in other positions, but this can easily result in poor straightness of the inner sealing plate after installation, causing gaps between the inner sealing plate and the base plate, as well as in some areas of the upper profile, resulting in air leakage in the air duct.

[0030] To ensure the straightness of the inner sealing panel when reinstalling it after air conditioning maintenance, the basic technical concept of this application is to provide an integrated duct luggage rack with a detachable and positionable inner sealing panel for reinstallation. Specifically, a positioning pressure plate is provided, and the pressure plate and the upper end of the inner sealing panel are fixed to the upper profile with screws. Simultaneously, a positioning connector is provided, and the lower end of the inner sealing panel is inserted into the connector's slot. When the air conditioning maintenance is completed and the inner sealing panel is installed, both ends of the inner sealing panel can be reliably positioned by the pressure plate and the connector, ensuring accurate reinstallation.

[0031] Based on the above concept, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to different embodiments.

[0032] The embodiment of the integrated air duct luggage rack provided in this application is described below.

[0033] As a basic embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 to 4, in this embodiment of the application, the air duct luggage rack includes a base plate 1, an inner sealing plate 2, an upper profile 3, and a hanger 4. The base plate 1 is an integral structure, and the space enclosed by the base plate 1, the inner sealing plate 2, and the upper profile 3 directly constitutes the air duct. It can be understood that the integral air duct luggage rack is roughly located at both ends of the horizontal direction of the vehicle's roof, with a row of seats below the base plate 1. Correspondingly, the base plate 1 also has air vents to direct cool / hot air towards the passengers. The hanger 4 serves as the base for mounting and suspending the base plate 1, and its top end is connected to the upper profile 3. The upper profile 3 can be connected to the vehicle's frame.

[0034] To reduce air conditioning energy consumption, vehicles can have their air conditioning fans and evaporators installed inside the air ducts to achieve "direct airflow." However, having the air conditioning unit built-in can make repairs more difficult if it malfunctions.

[0035] The inner sealing plate 2 is connected to the upper profile 3 and the bottom plate 1 at its upper and lower ends, respectively. Unlike related technologies, to ensure proper installation of the inner sealing plate 2, the air duct roof rack is also equipped with a pressure plate 6 and a connector 8. The extension direction of the pressure plate 6 is the same as that of the inner sealing plate 2, both along the longitudinal or front-rear direction of the vehicle. Simultaneously, the extension length of the pressure plate 6 is adapted to the inner sealing plate 2; this adaptation means that the length of the pressure plate 6 is basically the same as the length of the inner sealing plate 2 (slightly longer, slightly shorter, or identical), and it serves to support the upper end of the inner sealing plate 2. Similarly, the extension direction of the connector 8 is also the same as that of the inner sealing plate 2, and its length is adapted to that of the inner sealing plate 2.

[0036] In the embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 3 and 4, the pressure plate 6, inner sealing plate 2, and upper profile 3 are connected by a threaded connection. For example, screws 9 (or bolts) pass through the pressure plate 6 and inner sealing plate 2 in sequence to connect with the upper profile 3, fixing the upper end of the inner sealing plate 2 to the upper profile. The connector 8 has a connector groove 81, and the lower end of the inner sealing plate 2 is inserted into the connector groove 81. The connector 8 is fixed to the base plate 1, specifically using screws or rivets. Thus, both the upper and lower ends of the inner sealing plate 2 can be reliably fixed. Both the connector 8 and the pressure plate 6 can be made of profiles.

[0037] When the air conditioner needs repair, first remove screw 9, then remove pressure plate 6. At this point, one end of the inner sealing edge 201 is the freely movable end. Then, pull the inner sealing plate 2 out of the connector 8. After removing the inner sealing plate 2, the air duct is opened, allowing for the repair of the air conditioner inside the duct. After the repair is completed, the inner sealing plate 2 can be reinstalled.

[0038] When reinstalling the inner sealing plate 2, the lower end of the inner sealing plate 2 can first be inserted into the connector 8. Since the position of the connector 8 remains unchanged, the lower end of the inner sealing plate 2 can be reinstalled in its original position under the constraint of the connector 8. Then, the pressure plate 6 is installed and fixed with screws 9. Even if some of the threaded holes of the upper profile 3 are damaged at this time, the upper end of the inner sealing plate 2 will not easily shift when the screws 9 are reinstalled under the positioning of the pressure plate 6, thus determining the position of the upper end of the inner sealing plate 2. In this way, the reinstalled inner sealing plate 2 is less likely to have gaps between it and the upper profile 3 and the base plate 1, thereby avoiding air leakage problems. At the same time, the appearance is more consistent, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing effect.

[0039] Furthermore, based on the above embodiments, to facilitate the retrieval and placement of luggage in low-light conditions, in some embodiments, as shown in Figure 4, a detachable light mounting plate 7 is also installed at the bottom of the pressure plate 6. The light mounting plate 7 is used to install lighting components, such as light strips, light belts, or LED beads. In low-light conditions, the light can be turned on to illuminate the luggage rack, making it easier for passengers to retrieve and place their luggage. In addition, in well-lit conditions, even without turning on the light, the light mounting plate 7 can still serve a decorative purpose.

[0040] Specifically, to facilitate the installation and removal of the lamp mounting plate 7, it is preferable that the lamp mounting plate 7 adopts a snap-fit ​​structure to engage with the pressure plate 6. For mid-to-high-end buses, a luggage rack top light is generally installed on the bottom plate 1 of the luggage rack to illuminate the passenger's head area for easier reading. Accordingly, in some embodiments, in order to install the luggage rack top light, the bottom plate 1 has an upward-facing protrusion 101, and the area below the protrusion 101 forms a top light mounting groove for installing the luggage rack top light. In this case, the protrusion 101 on the bottom plate 1 can be used to fix the connector 8, that is, the connector 8 is fixed to the protrusion 101, which is quite convenient.

[0041] Based on any of the above embodiments, to facilitate the insertion of the inner sealing plate 2, the insertion groove 81 of the connector 8 can be set with a larger groove width. In this case, the inner sealing plate 2 may move and change position within the insertion groove 81. In some embodiments, a set screw 10 is also installed on the connector 8, with one end of the set screw 10 abutting against the inner sealing plate 2. In this case, the set screw 10 can be flexibly tightened as needed to press the inner sealing plate 2 firmly and prevent the inner sealing plate 2 from moving within the insertion groove 81.

[0042] As shown in Figure 1, in some embodiments, considering that some passengers may carry relatively private or valuable items, a box-shaped luggage rack end 5 is also installed on the base plate 1, and the luggage rack end 5 is equipped with a lid 51. On the one hand, the luggage rack end 5 can prevent luggage on the base plate 1 from sliding off the end; on the other hand, passengers' private or valuable items can also be placed inside the luggage rack end 5. Specifically, the box-shaped luggage rack end 5 can be installed at both the front and rear ends of the base plate 1, or at one of the front and rear ends, as needed.

[0043] The embodiments of the vehicle in this application are described below.

[0044] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide a vehicle including the aforementioned integrated air duct roof rack. A key improvement of this vehicle lies in the air duct roof rack described in the embodiments equipped with the aforementioned integrated air duct roof rack, which will not be specifically described here.

[0045] Finally, it should be noted that the above descriptions are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still make modifications to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments without creative effort, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An integrated air duct luggage rack characterized by, The luggage rack includes an upper profile, a hanger, a base plate, and an inner sealing plate. The base plate is connected to the upper profile via the hanger. The space enclosed by the inner sealing plate, the upper profile, and the base plate forms an air duct. The integrated air duct luggage rack also includes a pressure plate and a connector. The extension direction of the pressure plate and the connector is the same as that of the inner sealing plate, and the length of the pressure plate and the connector is adapted to the inner sealing plate. The connector has a connector groove. The pressure plate supports the upper end of the inner sealing plate, and the pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile. The connector is fixed to the base plate, and the lower end of the inner sealing plate is inserted into the connector groove.

2. The one-piece duct rack according to claim 1, wherein, The lower end of the pressure plate is also equipped with a detachable lamp mounting plate for installing lighting fixtures.

3. The one-piece duct overhead stowage bin of Claim 2, wherein, The lamp mounting plate is snapped onto the pressure plate via a snap-fit ​​structure.

4. The one-piece duct rack of any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The base plate has an upward protrusion, and the area below the protrusion forms a mounting groove for mounting a luggage rack top light. The connector is fixed to the protrusion.

5. The one-piece duct rack of any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The connector is equipped with a set screw, one end of which abuts against the inner sealing plate.

6. The one-piece duct rack of any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein, The base plate is also equipped with a box-type luggage rack end.

7. The one-piece duct overhead console of claim 6, wherein, The luggage rack has a lid at one end.

8. The one-piece duct rack of any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile by screws.

9. A vehicle characterized by comprising: The luggage rack includes an integrated air duct luggage rack, comprising an upper profile, a hanging bracket, a base plate, and an inner sealing plate. The base plate is connected to the upper profile via the hanging bracket. The space enclosed by the inner sealing plate, the upper profile, and the base plate constitutes an air duct. The luggage rack also includes a pressure plate and a connector. The extension direction of the pressure plate and the connector is the same as that of the inner sealing plate, and the length of the pressure plate and the connector is adapted to the inner sealing plate. The connector has a connector groove. The pressure plate supports the upper end of the inner sealing plate, and the pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile. The connector is fixed to the base plate, and the lower end of the inner sealing plate is inserted into the connector groove.

10. The vehicle of claim 9, characterized by The lower end of the pressure plate is also equipped with a detachable lamp mounting plate for installing lighting fixtures.

11. The vehicle of claim 10, wherein, The lamp mounting plate is snapped onto the pressure plate via a snap-fit ​​structure.

12. The vehicle of any one of claims 9-11, wherein, The base plate has an upward protrusion, and the area below the protrusion forms a mounting groove for mounting a luggage rack top light. The connector is fixed to the protrusion.

13. The vehicle of any one of claims 9-12, characterized in that, The connector is equipped with a set screw, one end of which abuts against the inner sealing plate.

14. The vehicle of any one of claims 9-13, characterized in that, The base plate is also equipped with a box-type luggage rack end.

15. The vehicle of claim 14, wherein, The luggage rack has a lid at one end.

16. The vehicle of any one of claims 9-15, characterized in that, The pressure plate and the inner sealing plate are fixed to the upper profile by screws.

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