Resilient Cover for Vehicle Windscreen Accessory Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle window accessory modules lack resilience to conform to the shape of the windscreen, leading to aesthetic issues and potential contamination, and require multiple frit layers for different accessory options, resulting in increased part numbers and manufacturing complexity.
Innovation Solution
A modular accessory module system with a resiliently mounted cover assembly that deforms to conform to the windscreen shape, combined with a rigid frame assembly for secure accessory mounting, and a ventilation system for cooling, allowing for various accessories such as sensors and communication systems to be integrated while maintaining a unified wiring configuration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the accessory module assembly is made rigid to maintain contact force with the windscreen, then the sealing and component contact are improved, but the ability to conform to the windscreen contour is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory module assembly is divided into two functional parts: a rigid frame assembly for structural support and sealing, and a resilient cover assembly for conforming to the windscreen contour. This segmentation allows each part to perform its specialized function without compromise.
Solution Approach 2:
The cover assembly is made from resilient material that can deform elastically to conform to the curved surface of the windscreen while maintaining sealing contact. This flexible shell approach allows the covering part to adapt to shape variations without compromising the rigid structural components.
2Adaptability or versatility
If different frit layers are designed for different accessory options, then the appearance and functionality for each option is optimized, but the manufacturing complexity and part numbers increase
Solution Approach 1:
A single universal frit layer design is created that can accommodate multiple accessory configurations through the modular accessory module assembly. The frit layer includes a generic aperture pattern that can work with different accessory options, eliminating the need for multiple specialized frit layer variants.
Solution Approach 2:
The system allows for dynamic configuration of accessories within the module assembly while maintaining a static, universal frit layer design. The modular nature of the accessory module allows different accessories to be installed in the same aperture configuration, providing versatility without increasing frit layer complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides a aesthetically pleasing fit, prevents contamination, reduces manufacturing complexity by allowing a single frit layer design, and enhances the integration of multiple accessories with efficient wiring, improving both the appearance and functionality of vehicle windows.
Implementation Method 1
a resiliently deformable cover assembly detachably connectable to the frame assembly such that the cover assembly is capable of deforming to conform to the shape of the vehicle window
Implementation Method 2
a ventilation system for cooling
Data Source
AI summary
A method for mounting an accessory at a vehicular windshield includes adhesively attaching a base portion of each of at least three fixing elements at an interior cabin side of the windshield in a spaced apart non-contiguous manner. A frame includes a plurality of individual receiving portions. With the windshield installed in the vehicle, the frame is attached at the fixing elements via receiving an elongated portion of a respective and corresponding one of the fixing elements in a respective and corresponding one of the receiving portions of the frame. With the windshield installed in the vehicle, and with the frame attached at the fixing elements, a camera is disposed at the frame and received at structure of the frame, such that the camera views through the windshield via an aperture existing in the frame and a light transmissive aperture in a light absorbing layer of the windshield.