Front Panel Sensor Holder With Film Hinge for Easier Vehicle Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for mounting external temperature sensors on motor vehicle front panels require a separate holder, which needs to be manufactured and installed separately, complicating the installation process.
Innovation Solution
An integral holder for the external temperature sensor is formed on the front panel part, pivotable via a film hinge, allowing it to be easily pivoted and latched into place using a clip, eliminating the need for a separate holder and installation step.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a separate holder is used for the external temperature sensor, then the sensor can be mounted on the front panel part, but the installation process becomes complex and requires separate manufacturing and mounting steps
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is merged with the front panel part to form an integral assembly. The holder is formed integrally on the basic body of the front panel part, eliminating the need for separate manufacturing and mounting of the holder. This combining of the holder and front panel part directly reduces installation complexity while maintaining sensor mounting reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is made pivotable in relation to the basic body via a film hinge, allowing dynamic adjustment during installation. The holder can be pivoted into position and then latched, providing ease of installation while ensuring secure mounting. This dynamic feature simplifies the installation process compared to fixed rigid holders.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a separate holder is manufactured and mounted, then the external temperature sensor can be accommodated, but the number of production steps increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holder and front panel part are combined into a single integral assembly, reducing the number of separate components that need to be manufactured and assembled. This merging eliminates at least one production step (separate holder manufacturing and mounting), thereby improving production efficiency while maintaining the ability to accommodate the external temperature sensor.
3Reliability
If a separate holder is used, then the sensor can be fixed, but additional installation steps and time are required
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the holder into the front panel part, the number of installation steps is reduced. The holder is already positioned on the front panel part during its manufacture, eliminating the need for separate holder installation steps and reducing overall installation time while maintaining secure sensor fixation.
Solution Approach 2:
The pivotable holder with film hinge allows for quick positioning and latching during installation, reducing the time required compared to more complex fixed mounting mechanisms, while still ensuring reliable sensor fixation through the latching mechanism.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution simplifies the installation of external temperature sensors by integrating the holder into the front panel part, reducing manufacturing complexity and enabling reliable temperature detection without additional production or installation steps.
Implementation Method 1
The holder (12) is formed integrally on the basic body (11) and is pivotable in relation to the basic body (11) via a film hinge (13)
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AI summary
A front panel part is part of a motor vehicle. The front panel part has a basic body; and a holder configured to hold an external temperature sensor. The holder is formed integrally on the basic body and is pivotable in relation to the basic body via a film hinge.