CN219599429U - Device for mounting a cushion block for a motor vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

The utility model relates to a device for mounting a pad for a motor vehicle, characterized in that the device (100) comprises: a handle (103) of a height designed to be ergonomic so that an operator can operate the device in a standing position; a pad carrier (110) configured for loading therein a pad (20) to be mounted; a transmission mechanism (120) configured to lift the pad carrier in a vertical direction under an operator's operation force to mount the pad (20) onto a predetermined mounting portion of the automobile; and an elastic projection (130) whose positions with respect to the automobile are set such that a pad loaded in the pad carrier is aligned with a predetermined mounting portion of the automobile when the elastic projection is in contact with the predetermined portion of the automobile. The device according to the utility model is simple and convenient in operation, and an operator can perform installation in a standing posture without having to extend the lower head into a narrow space below the vehicle frame.

Description

Device for mounting a cushion block for a motor vehicle

Technical Field

The utility model relates to a device for mounting a cushion block for a motor vehicle. More particularly, the present utility model relates to an apparatus for mounting automotive pods from the bottom of an automobile.

Background

In automobile production, it is often necessary to check whether the state of the bottom of the automobile meets the requirements before the finished automobile is shipped for sale. At this time, the automobile to be inspected has the tire assembled and rests on the ground, and in order to facilitate inspection by an inspector, the vehicle needs to be lifted up with a lifting device (e.g., a jack). In general, two support points are provided on both sides of a chassis of a vehicle near front and rear wheels of the vehicle, respectively, at which a jack-up device jacks up the vehicle.

For some automobiles (e.g., medium and high grade automobiles), the appearance of the automobile is highly desirable. Particularly, when the vehicle is jacked up by the jacking device for inspection, damage to the paint surface of the vehicle body and the like caused by the jacking device needs to be avoided. For this reason, it is conceivable that, in jacking up the automobile front, pads (for example, rubber pads) which do not damage the paint surface of the automobile or the like are mounted in advance on the aforementioned support points of the chassis of the vehicle frame, and the jacking device will act on these pads without directly contacting the automobile. However, in this case, the inspector needs to lower the head-mounted pad in a limited space as low as, for example, about 200mm, which is very inconvenient to operate. In addition, because the vehicle bottom is darker, the inspector may not be able to properly install the head blocks.

Therefore, a technology capable of conveniently mounting a pad for an automobile is required.

Disclosure of Invention

The object of the present utility model is to provide a device for mounting a pad for a motor vehicle which overcomes at least one of the above-mentioned drawbacks of the prior art.

According to the present utility model, there is provided an apparatus for mounting a head block for an automobile, characterized in that the apparatus comprises: a handle, the height of the handle being designed to be ergonomic so that an operator can operate the device in a standing position; a pad carrier configured for loading therein a pad to be mounted; a transmission mechanism configured to lift the pad carrier in a vertical direction under an operator's operation force to mount the pad loaded in the pad carrier onto a predetermined mounting portion of the automobile; and an elastic protrusion, the elastic protrusion and the pad carrier being positioned with respect to the automobile such that the pad loaded in the pad carrier is aligned with a predetermined mounting location of the automobile when the elastic protrusion is in contact with the predetermined location of the automobile. The device for installing the cushion block for the automobile is simple and convenient in operation process, an operator can easily install the cushion block in a standing posture without laboriously extending the head into a narrow space below the automobile frame, and the user friendliness of the device is greatly improved.

According to a preferred embodiment, the transmission mechanism includes a first link configured to pivot in a vertical plane by an operator's operation force, and a slider movable up and down in a vertical direction and directly or indirectly connected to the pad carrier, the first link being capable of directly or indirectly moving the slider up and down. The transmission mechanism is used for converting the rotary motion of the first connecting rod into the vertical motion of the cushion block bracket.

According to a preferred embodiment, the transmission mechanism further comprises a second link operatively connecting the first link with the slider, one end of the second link being relatively rotatably connected with the first link, and the other end of the second link being relatively rotatably connected with the slider. The first link may also be coupled directly to the slider, without limitation.

According to a preferred embodiment, the first link is provided with a pedal configured for an operator to step down with the foot to pivot the first link. The foothold helps the operator perform the mounting of the pad in a standing posture.

According to a preferred embodiment, the weights of the first link, the foot rest, the second link, the slide, the pad carrier are designed such that the pad carrier will automatically return downwards to the original position after the pad has been mounted. Thus, after the slider is installed, there is no need for an operator to reset the pad carrier.

According to a preferred embodiment, the elastic projection is a rubber block facing away from the operator in the horizontal direction. Thus, the elastic protrusion does not damage the automobile when the elastic protrusion is in contact with the automobile body. The resilient protrusions not only serve as alignment means for ensuring alignment of the pad to be mounted relative to the intended mounting location of the vehicle frame, but also prevent the device from being excessively moved toward the vehicle to cause damage to the vehicle panel.

According to a preferred embodiment, the position of the resilient protrusions in the horizontal direction is adjustable. Thus, the device for mounting the cushion block for the automobile can be adapted to different types of automobile models.

According to a preferred embodiment, the device for mounting the head block for an automobile is provided with a mirror for the operator to visually check the condition of the bottom of the automobile and whether the head block is mounted in place.

According to a preferred embodiment, the mirror surface is directed upwards and inclined with respect to the horizontal such that the end of the mirror close to the operator is higher than the other end of the mirror. Thus, the operator can observe the condition of the vehicle bottom and the cushion block conveniently.

According to a preferred embodiment, the device for mounting a pad for an automobile is provided with lighting means for illuminating the bottom of the automobile and the pad.

According to a preferred embodiment, the pad carrier is provided with a plurality of sets of fingers, different fingers or different combinations of fingers being capable of engaging pads of different gauges. In this way, the pad carrier can accommodate a variety of pads having different sizes.

According to a preferred embodiment, the pad is a rubber pad for protecting the car when using a jack to jack up the frame of the car. However, the type of the pad is not particularly limited.

Other features of the present utility model will become apparent from the following description of exemplary embodiments, which refers to the accompanying drawings.

Drawings

The present utility model will now be described in detail hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings. It will be understood that the figures are not necessarily to scale; in addition, components shown in a certain drawing may be omitted from other drawings for convenience of illustration. The drawings are only for purposes of illustrating exemplary embodiments of the utility model and are not to be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model. In the drawings:

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an apparatus 100 for mounting a cushion block for an automobile and a portion of a frame 10 of an automobile according to an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model;

fig. 2 is a perspective view schematically showing an apparatus 100 for mounting a pad for an automobile;

FIG. 3 is a side view schematically illustrating an apparatus 100 for mounting a cushion block for an automobile;

fig. 4 is a perspective view schematically showing a pad carrier 110 of the apparatus 100 for mounting a pad for an automobile;

fig. 5 is a perspective view schematically illustrating the pad carrier 110 and the pad 20 loaded therein;

fig. 6 is a perspective view schematically showing another embodiment of the pedal 123 of the apparatus 100 for mounting a pad for an automobile.

List of reference numerals:

10-frame 20-cushion block of automobile

100-device 101 for mounting a cushion for a motor vehicle-floor

102-vertical rod 103-handle 110-cushion block bracket

111-support arm 112-first set of fingers 113-second set of fingers

114-third set of fingers 115-fourth set of fingers 120-drive mechanism

121-first link 122-pivot point 123-pedal

124-through hole 125-vertical rod 126-slide block

127-second connecting rod 130-elastic bulge 131-base

140-mirror 150-lighting device 151-button

Detailed Description

Exemplary embodiments of the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It is to be understood that the description of the various embodiments is merely illustrative and not intended as any limitation of the technology of the present utility model. It should also be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein can be combined in various ways to provide yet additional embodiments.

It should be understood that throughout the drawings, like reference numerals identify like elements or units. In the drawings, the dimensions of some of the elements may be modified, exaggerated, or reduced for clarity; or some components may be omitted or schematically represented in order to highlight certain components.

Unless otherwise indicated, all terms used in the specification have meanings commonly understood by those skilled in the art. Well-known functions or constructions may not be described in detail for brevity and/or clarity or until such time as they are not germane to the utility model.

As used in this specification, the singular forms "a", "an", and "the" include plural referents unless the content clearly dictates otherwise. The use of the terms "comprising," "including," and "containing" in the specification mean that the recited features are present, but that one or more other features are not excluded. The use of the phrase "and/or" in the specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

In the description, an element is referred to as being "on," "attached" to, "connected" to, "contacting" or the like another element, and the element may be directly on, attached to, connected to, or contacting the other element or intervening elements may be present. This definition applies to similar expressions.

In the description, the terms "first," "second," "third," and the like are used merely for distinguishing between various components and not for limiting the order and function of the various components. Further, the following components such as "second" or "third" may be provided or employed without the preceding components such as "first" or employed.

In the specification, unless otherwise indicated, "left", "right", "upper", "lower", "outer", "inner", and the like are with reference to the directions in the drawings. It should be understood that the use of spatial relationships such as "left", "right", "upper", "lower", "outer", "inner", etc., are intended to illustrate the relationship of one feature to another feature in the drawings. It should be understood that the spatial relationship terms encompass different orientations of the device 100 for mounting an automotive cushion in use or operation in addition to the orientations shown in the figures.

In the present utility model, the "pad" means a protection block or a support block detachably fitted to a predetermined installation site of an automobile for protection or shock absorption, etc. In an exemplary embodiment, referring to fig. 5, the pad 20 may be a rubber pad previously installed to a jacking point of a frame to protect the vehicle when the frame of the vehicle is jacked using a jack. The frame is provided with a groove at the jacking point in advance, and the cushion block is provided with a bulge capable of elastically deforming. The cushion can be removably mounted to the frame by aligning the projection of the cushion with the recess of the frame below the frame and pushing the cushion from below to above so that the projection of the cushion snaps into the recess of the frame. Depending on the application or vehicle model, the pads will have different rules, e.g. different lengths or different heights, etc.

Next, a basic structure of an apparatus 100 for mounting a head block for an automobile according to an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model will be described with reference to fig. 1 to 6.

As shown in fig. 2 and 3, the device 100 for mounting a pad for an automobile is generally similar to a cart, for example, and includes a substantially horizontal floor 101, a pole 102 substantially erected from the floor 101, and a handle 103 located at an upper portion of the pole 102. Preferably, the upright 102 is slightly inclined towards the operator with respect to the vertical. Preferably, the handle 103 is slightly inclined downward with respect to the horizontal. In addition, the height of the handle 103 is designed to be ergonomic so that an operator can conveniently operate the device 100 in a standing position. Note that the handle 103 is not limited to the form shown in the drawings. Any device site that is held by an operator to operate the device can be considered a handle, even if the site is not a separate structure.

As shown in fig. 2 to 5, the apparatus 100 for mounting a head block for an automobile is provided with a head block bracket 110 for loading the head block 20 therein. The pad carrier 110 may be in the form of a hollow frame. The pad carrier 110 may be mounted on a support arm 111 that is capable of moving up and down in a vertical direction, so that the pad carrier 110 and the pads 20 loaded therein are also capable of moving up and down in a vertical direction, as will be described in detail later. Preferably, as shown in fig. 4, the pad carrier 110 may be provided at the outer circumference with sets of fingers in the form of protruding ribs. For example, the pad carrier 110 is provided with four sets of fingers, respectively, a first set of fingers 112, a second set of fingers 113, a third set of fingers 114, and a fourth set of fingers 115, from one end (left end of fig. 4) to the other end (right end of fig. 4) in the longitudinal direction. The fingers are symmetrically disposed in the width direction of the pad carrier 110 and protrude upward in a substantially vertical direction. The fingers are able to engage corresponding recesses or channels on the pad 20 to thereby hold the pad 20 to be installed stably in the pad carrier 110, preventing the pad 20 from rattling during installation. Different fingers or finger combinations can accommodate different gauges of pods 20. For example, the first, second, third, and fourth sets of fingers 112, 113, 114, 115 may each engage a corresponding recess or channel of a cushion block 20 having a first length, thereby collectively retaining the cushion block 20 having the first length, as shown in fig. 5. For example, the second set of fingers 113 and the third set of fingers 114 may each engage a corresponding recess or channel of a cushion block 20 having a second length, thereby collectively retaining the cushion block 20 having the second length. The first length is greater than the second length. Other finger combinations are also contemplated. For example, the first set of fingers 112 and the third set of fingers 114 collectively function to retain a cushion block 20 having a third length; or only the third set of fingers 114 may be used to hold a block 20 having a fourth length. In this way, the pad carrier 110 is able to accommodate a variety of pads having different sizes.

The apparatus 100 for mounting a head block for an automobile is further provided with a transmission mechanism 120 for transmitting an operator's operation force to the head block 20 loaded in the head block bracket 110 to mount the head block to a frame of the automobile. Referring to fig. 2 and 3, the structure of the transmission mechanism 120 is specifically described below.

The transmission 120 includes a first link 121 configured to pivot in a vertical plane about a pivot point 122 under the force of an operator's operating force. The first link 121 may be provided with a pedal 123 configured for an operator to step down with a foot to pivot the first link 121. The pedal 123 assists the operator in performing the pad installation in a standing posture. The pedal 123 may be in the form of a hollow circular tube, as shown in fig. 2, according to weight requirements described later. According to another embodiment, the foothold 123 may be in the form of a hollow tube, the outer contour of which is octagonal, and the tube wall is provided with through holes 124 therethrough in order to further reduce the weight of the tube, as shown in fig. 6. It is noted that depending on the weight requirements, the foot rest 123 may also be in the form of a solid tube or solid rod; the length of the pedal 123 may be set differently.

The transmission mechanism 120 further includes a slider 126 that is slidable in the vertical direction along the vertical rod 125. The vertical rod 125 is fixedly mounted on the base plate 101. The slider 126 is fixedly connected to the pad carrier 110 via the aforementioned support arm 111. Alternatively, the slider 126 may also be directly fixedly connected to the pad carrier 110. Therefore, it can be said that the pad carrier 110 can also slide up and down in the vertical direction along the vertical rod 125.

In addition, the transmission mechanism 120 may further include a second link 127 operatively connecting the first link 121 and the slider 126. One end (upper end in fig. 3) of the second link 127 is rotatably connected to the first link 121, and the other end (lower end in fig. 3) of the second link 127 is rotatably connected to the slider 126. Thereby, the pivoting movement of the first link 121 can be converted into an up-and-down sliding movement of the slider 126 along the vertical rod 125 via the second link 127. Specifically, when the operator steps down on the pedal 123 with his foot, the first link 121 rotates such that one end (right end in fig. 3) of the first link 121 remote from the operator moves upward, thereby pulling the slider 126 to move upward along the vertical rod 125 via the second link 127. Further, the pad carrier 110 and the pad 20 loaded therein will also move upward, thereby mounting the pad 20 to a predetermined portion of the vehicle frame. Note that, in the case where the second link 127 is not included, the first link 121 may be directly connected to the slider 126.

Preferably, the weights of the first link 121, the pedal 123, the second link 127, the slider 126, the pad carrier 110 (and the support arm 111) are designed such that the pad carrier 110 will automatically return downward to the original position below by gravity after the pad 20 is installed. Preferably, the pad carrier 110 may be returned downward to the original position by gravity after the pad 20 is installed by adjusting the weight of the pedal 123 (e.g., providing the pedal 123 to be hollow and/or perforated to reduce the weight of the pedal) for installation of the next pad 20. Thus, after the slider is installed, there is no need for an operator to reset the pad carrier 110.

In addition, in order to ensure alignment of the pad 20 to be mounted with respect to a predetermined mounting location of the vehicle frame, the device 100 for mounting the pad for a vehicle is further provided with an elastic protrusion 130. The elastic protrusion 130 is provided on a base 131 located at the top end of the vertical rod 125 facing away from the operator in the horizontal direction (i.e., facing the car). The positions of the resilient protrusions 130, the pad carrier 110 in the horizontal direction (i.e., the position relative to the vehicle) are set such that the pad 20 is aligned with a predetermined mounting location of the vehicle frame when the resilient protrusions 130 of the device 100 loaded with the pad 20 just contact the predetermined location of the vehicle. The resilient protrusions 130 do not damage the vehicle when the resilient protrusions 130 are in contact with the vehicle body (i.e., when the pad 20 is aligned with a predetermined mounting location of the vehicle frame). The base 131 may be moved in a horizontal direction in a direction approaching a predetermined portion of the automobile (e.g., a side panel of the automobile body) (rightward direction in fig. 3) and a direction away from the predetermined portion of the automobile (leftward direction in fig. 3) to adjust the position of the elastic protrusion 130 in the horizontal direction. Thus, the apparatus 100 for mounting a pad for an automobile can be adapted to different types of automobile models. In an exemplary embodiment, the elastic protrusions 130 may be rubber blocks or sponge blocks. The elastic protrusions 130 can not only serve as an alignment mechanism for ensuring alignment of the pad 20 to be mounted with respect to a predetermined mounting portion of the vehicle frame, but the elastic protrusions 130 can also prevent the device 100 for mounting the pad for a vehicle from being excessively moved toward the vehicle to cause damage to the vehicle panel.

Preferably, the apparatus 100 for mounting a pad for an automobile may be further provided with a mirror 140 configured to allow an operator to visually check the state of the bottom of the automobile, whether the pad 20 is mounted in place, or the like. The mirror 140 is mounted on the base plate 101 below the pad carrier 110. The mirror 140 faces upward and is inclined with respect to the horizontal direction such that the end of the mirror 140 that is closer to the operator (i.e., the left end, the first end in fig. 3) is higher than the opposite end of the mirror 140 (i.e., the right end, the second end in fig. 3). Thus, the operator can observe the condition of the vehicle bottom and the cushion block conveniently. The inclination angle of the reflecting mirror 140 with respect to the horizontal direction may be adjusted according to actual needs to obtain an optimal viewing angle.

In addition, the head block 20 is mounted to the frame of the underbody of the vehicle, which is generally dark, and it is not clear whether the head block 20 is aligned with or mounted in place at the mounting location of the vehicle. For ease of viewing, the apparatus 100 for mounting a car pad is also provided with an illumination device 150. As shown in fig. 2, the illumination device 150 is interposed between the mirror 140 and the pad carrier 110 in a vertical direction and is oriented in a direction generally directed toward the pad 20. In an exemplary embodiment, the lighting device 150 may be a lamp. A button 151 for controlling the lighting device 150 may be provided on the handle 103 so that an operator can conveniently operate the lighting device 150 to be turned on and off.

The operation of the apparatus 100 for mounting a head block for an automobile is as follows.

First, the operator places the pad 20 in the pad carrier 110, as shown in fig. 5. The pad 20 is held in the pad carrier 110 non-sloppy by engagement between the fingers of the pad carrier 110 and corresponding recesses or channels of the pad 20.

Next, the operator moves the device 100 toward a predetermined portion of the vehicle (e.g., a side panel of the vehicle body) using the handle 103, such that the pad carrier 110 and the pad 20 therein extend into the space below the vehicle frame, as shown in fig. 1. In fig. 1, the pad carrier 110 and the pad 20 are hidden from view. At the same time, the operator can turn on the illumination device 150 by actuating the button 151 on the handle 103 to view the conditions of the cushion 20 and the bottom of the vehicle frame via the mirror 140. When the elastic protrusions 130 of the device 100 are moved to just contact with the predetermined portions of the side panels of the car body, the operator stops moving the device 100. At this time, the head block 20 is aligned with a predetermined mounting portion (not shown) of the vehicle frame. An operator can observe whether the head block 20 is aligned with a predetermined mounting location of the vehicle frame by means of the illumination device 150 and the mirror 140.

Then, the operator steps down on the pedal 123 of the device 100 with his foot to move the pad carrier 110 and the pad 20 therein upward toward the predetermined mounting location of the vehicle frame until the pad 20 is press-fitted to the vehicle frame. An operator can check with the lighting device 150 and the mirror 140 whether the spacer 20 is in place.

Finally, the operator releases the stepping on the pedal 123. The pad carrier 110 will return to its original position under its own weight.

As described above, the operation of the apparatus 100 for mounting a head block for an automobile is simple and convenient. The operator can easily perform the installation of the head block 20 in a standing posture without laboriously inserting the head down into a narrow space under the vehicle frame, greatly improving the user-friendliness of the device. The skilled operator can complete the installation of one pad in only a few tens of seconds. Therefore, the installation efficiency and the operation beat of the cushion block are also improved.

Although the above-described embodiment describes an example in which the device 100 for mounting a pad for an automobile mounts a pad for a jack before the automobile leaves the factory for sale, the application of the device is not particularly limited. For example, the apparatus 100 for mounting automotive head blocks may be used to mount other head blocks or automotive parts that need to be press-fit from bottom to top during after-market repair of an automobile.

While the utility model has been described with reference to exemplary embodiments, it is to be understood that the utility model is not limited to the disclosed exemplary embodiments. The scope of the following claims is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structures and functions.

Claims (12)

1. An apparatus for mounting a pad for an automobile, the apparatus (100) comprising:

a handle (103) of a height designed to be ergonomic so that an operator can operate the device in a standing position;

a pad carrier (110) configured for loading therein a pad (20) to be mounted;

a transmission mechanism (120) configured to lift the pad carrier (110) in a vertical direction by an operator's operation force to mount the pad (20) loaded in the pad carrier (110) onto a predetermined mounting portion of the automobile; and

and an elastic protrusion (130), wherein the positions of the elastic protrusion (130) and the pad carrier (110) relative to the vehicle are set such that the pad (20) loaded in the pad carrier (110) is aligned with a predetermined mounting location of the vehicle when the elastic protrusion (130) is in contact with the predetermined location of the vehicle.

2. The apparatus for mounting a pad for an automobile according to claim 1, wherein the transmission mechanism (120) includes a first link (121) configured to pivot in a vertical plane under the action of an operator's operating force, and a slider (126) movable up and down in a vertical direction and directly or indirectly connected to the pad carrier (110), the first link (121) being capable of directly or indirectly moving the slider (126) up and down.

3. The device for mounting a head block for an automobile according to claim 2, wherein the transmission mechanism (120) further comprises a second link (127) operatively connecting the first link (121) and the slider (126), one end of the second link (127) being relatively rotatably connected to the first link (121), and the other end of the second link (127) being relatively rotatably connected to the slider (126).

4. A device for mounting a head block for an automobile according to claim 3, characterized in that the first link (121) is provided with a pedal (123) configured for the operator to step down with the foot to pivot the first link.

5. The device for mounting a head block for an automobile according to claim 4, characterized in that the weight of the first link (121), the pedal (123), the second link (127), the slider (126), the head block carrier (110) is designed such that the head block carrier (110) will automatically return downwards to the original position after the head block is mounted.

6. The device for mounting a cushion for an automobile according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the elastic projection (130) is a rubber block facing away from the operator in a horizontal direction.

7. The device for mounting a head block for an automobile according to claim 6, wherein the position of the elastic protrusion (130) in the horizontal direction is adjustable.

8. Device for mounting a head block for an automobile according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the device (100) is provided with a mirror (140) for the operator to visually check the condition of the bottom of the automobile and whether the head block is in place.

9. The apparatus for mounting a head block for an automobile according to claim 8, wherein the mirror (140) faces upward and is inclined with respect to a horizontal direction such that an end of the mirror near an operator is higher than the other end of the mirror.

10. Device for mounting a head block for an automobile according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the device (100) is provided with lighting means (150) for illuminating the bottom of the automobile and the head block.

11. Device for mounting a head block for an automobile according to any of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the head block carrier (110) is provided with a plurality of sets of fingers, different fingers or different finger combinations being able to engage with head blocks of different gauges.

12. The apparatus for mounting a head block for an automobile according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the head block is a rubber head block for protecting the automobile when a jack is used to jack up a frame of the automobile.