EP3023564A1 - Actuating handle for a motor vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

Bearing arrangement (100) for a handle for opening and / or closing a door or a flap of a motor vehicle with a handle element (101) which is designed to open and / or close a door or a flap between a starting position and an actuating position, with at least a first bearing element (105) and a second bearing element (117), which are spaced from each other for arranging on a door or a flap and for receiving the grip element (101), wherein the first bearing element (105) is formed as a one-piece sealing element ,

Description

The present invention relates to a bearing arrangement for a handle for opening and / or closing of a door or a flap of a motor vehicle.

Known bearing arrangement usually comprise gripping elements, which are designed to be movable between a starting position and an actuating position. In this case, such grip elements are usually taken up by bearing elements, which is arranged on the door of the motor vehicle. Such bearing elements take in the event of actuation of the handle elements forces thus allow the vehicle door to open. Usually, the bearing elements are composed of several components and additionally provided with seals to prevent ingress of moisture or contaminants in the bearing elements and in the motor vehicle doors.

A disadvantage of the known bearing arrangements that the bearing elements composed of several components and provided with additional seals must be screwed to the vehicle doors. This requires a considerable installation effort on the vehicle door and partly the components are preassembled for this purpose. In addition, it may happen that individual components of the handle due to the driving operation of the motor vehicle can be released by vibrations. This in turn leads to increased driving noise.

It is the object underlying the invention to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art and to provide a bearing assembly for a handle for opening and / or closing doors or flaps of motor vehicles, on the one hand reduces installation costs and on the other hand dampens vibrations and moisture and pollution-proofing property.

This object is achieved by the subject matter having the features of the independent claim. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are the subject of the figures, the description and the dependent claims.

According to one aspect of the invention, the object is achieved by a bearing arrangement for a handle for opening and / or closing a door or a flap of a motor vehicle with a handle element, which for opening and / or closing a door or a flap between a starting position and a Actuating position is designed to be movable, with at least one first bearing element and a second bearing element, which are spaced from each other for arranging on a door or a flap and receiving the handle member, wherein the first bearing element is formed as a one-piece sealing element. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that the bearing element consists only of a single component and therefore no complicated assembly of the handle must be made more. The bearing element is no longer screwed to the door of a motor vehicle but only arranged at a predetermined opening on a motor vehicle door. By additionally arranging the grip element, a sufficient fastening of the bearing element takes place and no additional components or seals need to be arranged. The one-piece bearing element ensures on the one hand for a simplified assembly by a reduced number of components and on the other hand for a sufficient seal against dirt and moisture.

In an advantageous embodiment, the first bearing element has a guide for guiding the grip element when moving the grip element between the starting position and the actuation position. This results, for example, the advantage that the leadership of the handle member is carried by the bearing element and no additional components are necessary. This is of particular interest in the case of a plain bearing. Here, the guide can be designed for a pure sliding of the grip element, but can also be configured as a guide with proportionate or exclusive rotation.

In a further embodiment, the first or the second bearing element is designed as a holding and sealing means. This results, for example, the advantage that the bearing element in addition to the use as a sealant can also be used as a holding means. For example, electrical lines or sensors could be arranged in the bearing element here.

In an additional embodiment, the first bearing element is configured in a state arranged on a door or a flap such that the guide is arranged on an inner side of the door or the flap. This results, for example, in the advantage that a force introduced into the first bearing element by actuation of the grip element is transferred directly into the door panel, to which the bearing element is arranged. This results in an increased load for the door panel, which, however, can be easily absorbed by local stampings or depressions on the door panel.

In a further advantageous embodiment, the grip element has a guide element which is arranged in the guide of the first bearing element. This results, for example, in the advantage that an improved force transmission can take place in the case of an actuation of the grip element on the first bearing element.

In an additional advantageous embodiment, the first bearing element is made of a rubber-like material. This results, for example, in the advantage that the first bearing element is additionally designed for receiving or damping vibrations. Vibrations can occur, for example, during the driving operation of the motor vehicle. The damping or absorbing the vibrations by forming the first bearing element of a rubber-like material prevents the one hand, the release of other components and on the other hand, the emergence of vibration noise. For example, the first bearing element can be made of a thermoplastic elastomer, which brings the advantage of a plastic deformability with heat. The first bearing element can thus be easily manufactured.

In a particularly advantageous embodiment, the guide of the first bearing element has a hardened sliding surface for sliding the grip element. This results, for example, the advantage that the sliding of the grip element or the guide element can be made easier. The friction between the guide element arranged in the guide and the sliding surface itself is thereby reduced. For example, such a bearing element can be produced by a multi-component injection molding process.

In an advantageous embodiment, the guide of the first bearing element on a slotted guide. This results, for example, the advantage that the handle element can be moved during actuation along the slotted guide. For example, an improved introduction of force of the gripping element or the guide element into the first bearing element can take place.

In an advantageous embodiment, the first bearing element has a protective element, which is arranged in an arranged on a door or a flap state of the first bearing element, on an outer side of the door or the flap. This results, for example, the advantage that the penetration of moisture or contaminants on construction-related openings or distances between the handle element and the first bearing element can be prevented or at least significantly reduced.

In a particularly preferred embodiment, the first bearing element or the second bearing element has a sealing lip. This results, for example, the advantage that the sealing of the first bearing element or the second bearing element relative to the door or the flap of the motor vehicle can be further improved. In addition, this also a vibration-damping effect can be achieved.

In a further preferred embodiment, the first bearing element or the second bearing element has at least one fastening element. This results, for example, the advantage that a simple and uncomplicated attachment of the first bearing element can be made to the door or the flap of the motor vehicle. In this case, the first or the second bearing element can also have a plurality of fastening elements. This could be a better attachment of the respective bearing element on the door or the flap of the motor vehicle can be achieved, which would be useful in particular in connection with the sealing lip.

In an advantageous embodiment, the fastening element is formed integrally with the first bearing element or the second bearing element. This results, for example, the advantage that no additional fastening components or fasteners are required. By a one-piece design of the first bearing element or the second bearing element with the fastener can additionally reduces the manufacturing costs, as well as the assembly costs are additionally reduced in the arrangement of the first or the second bearing element on the flap or the door of the motor vehicle.

In an advantageous embodiment, the fastening element is formed like a pin. This results, for example, the advantage that the pin-like fastener can be easily inserted into corresponding openings in the door or the flap of the motor vehicle. This results in a simple attachment of the first or the second bearing element.

In an advantageous embodiment, the fastening element has a conically shaped section. This results, for example, in the advantage that, by inserting the fastening element into corresponding openings in the door or the flap of the motor vehicle, additional fastening of the first or the second bearing element can take place up to the region of the conically shaped section. The conical section is pressed in this case in the corresponding opening of the door panel, which is additionally supported by an elastic property.

In a further advantageous embodiment, the first bearing element or the second bearing element has a circumferential collar. This results, for example, in the advantage that after an actuation of the gripping element by a user and a movement of the gripping element from the starting position to the actuation position, a controlled return of the gripping element to a designated position on the first or the second bearing element has to take place. This feedback can be done for example by means of a force accumulator or a drive. The circumferential collar in this case ensures that the handle element is automatically returned to the correct position on the first or the second bearing element.

In an advantageous embodiment, the second bearing element is designed as a fixed bearing. This results, for example, the advantage that the first bearing element can be formed as a plain bearing. As a consequence, the first bearing element only has to absorb tensile forces introduced by actuation of the grip element and, for example, can also compensate tolerances, while the fixed bearing absorbs all further forces excludes. Consequently, the first bearing element can be dimensioned accordingly, which can additionally reduce material costs and assembly costs of the first bearing element.

According to a further aspect of the invention, the object is achieved by a bearing element for a bearing arrangement of a handle for opening and / or closing a door or a flap of a motor vehicle, wherein the bearing element as a one-piece sealing element for placing on a door or a flap and for receiving a handle element is formed. This results, for example, the advantage that the bearing element consists only of a single component and therefore no complicated assembly of the handle must be made more. The bearing element is no longer screwed to the door of a motor vehicle but only arranged at a predetermined opening on a motor vehicle door. By additionally arranging the grip element, a sufficient fastening of the bearing element takes place and no additional components or seals need to be arranged. The one-piece bearing element ensures on the one hand for a simplified assembly by a reduced number of components and on the other hand for a sufficient seal against dirt and moisture.

In a particularly advantageous embodiment, the bearing element has a guide for guiding the grip element. This results, for example, the advantage that the leadership of the grip element is performed by the bearing element and no additional components are required. In particular, in the case of a sliding bearing, the guide can be designed for a pure sliding of the grip element. However, the guide may also be construed as a proportional or exclusive rotation movement.

In a further advantageous embodiment, the bearing element has a hardened sliding surface for sliding the grip element. This results, for example, the advantage that the sliding of the grip element or the guide element can be made easier. The friction between the guide element arranged in the guide and the sliding surface itself is reduced.

In an additional embodiment, the bearing element is made of a rubbery material. This results in, for example, the advantage that the bearing element is additionally designed for receiving or for damping vibrations. Vibrations can occur, for example, during the driving operation of the motor vehicle. The damping or absorbing the vibrations by forming the bearing element of a rubber-like material prevents the one hand, the release of other components and on the other hand, the emergence of vibration noise. For example, the first bearing element can be made of a thermoplastic elastomer, which brings the advantage of a plastic deformability with heat. The bearing element can thus be easily manufactured and additionally improves the seal against dirt and moisture.

Embodiments of the invention are illustrated in the drawings and will be described in more detail below.

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a schematic representation of a bearing assembly,

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a schematic sectional view of the handle member with the first bearing element.

The Fig. 1 shows a schematic representation of a bearing assembly 100. The bearing assembly 100 has a handle member 101 which is arranged in a arranged on a door or a flap of a motor vehicle for opening and / or closing the door or the flap between a starting position and an actuating position movable. The bearing assembly 100 has a first bearing member 105 and a second bearing member 117, which are formed spaced from each other. Both the first bearing element 105 and the second bearing element 117 are configured to receive the grip element 101. The first bearing element 105 is formed as a sliding bearing, while the second bearing element 117 is formed as a fixed bearing. The first bearing element 105 is designed as a one-piece sealing element and has two fastening elements 113. The fastening elements 113 are integrally formed with the first bearing element 105 and each have a pin-like structure with a conically shaped portion. By forming corresponding openings in the door or the flap of a motor vehicle, the fastening elements 113 can be easily attached to the door or the flap of the motor vehicle. As a result, the fastening of the first bearing element 105 can take place without additional fastening components or fastening means. The conically shaped section in this case acts as additional support or consolidation of the arrangement. The one-piece design of the first bearing element 105, the manufacturing cost can be further reduced, and the assembly costs are additionally reduced in arrangement.

At a fastening element 113 opposite end of the first bearing member 105 is a guide 107 for guiding the grip member 101, when moving the grip member 101 between the initial position and the actuation position is formed. Here, a guide element 103 is arranged on the grip element 101, which can move in the guide 107 of the first bearing element 105 slidably. In addition, the guide 107 of the first bearing element 105 comprises a hardened sliding surface 108 for the sliding of the grip element 101 or of the guide element arranged on the grip element 101 103, since the friction between the guide element 103 arranged in the guide 107 and the sliding surface 108 is reduced. In addition, the guide 107 of the first bearing element 105 may have a slotted guide. This makes it possible for the grip element 101 to be moved along the slotted guide during actuation, as a result of which, for example, an improved force introduction of the grip element 101 or of the guide element 103 into the first bearing element 105 can take place.

For improved sealing of the first bearing element 105 relative to the door or the flap of the motor vehicle, the first bearing element 105 comprises a sealing lip 111 surrounding the first bearing element 105. The sealing lip 111 has the additional effect of damping vibrations.

The first bearing element 105 is formed in a arranged on a door or a flap state such that the guide 107 is disposed on an inner side of the door or the flap. This can be realized with an opening arranged on the door or the flap, wherein a part of the first bearing element 105 which surrounds the guide 107 is introduced into the opening. As a result, upon actuation of the grip element 101, a force introduced into the first bearing element 105 is transferred directly from the inside into the door panel, to which the first bearing element 105 is arranged. This results in an increased load for the door panel, which can be compensated or absorbed by local stampings or depressions on the door panel.

The first bearing member 105 is preferably made of a rubbery material. Thus, the first bearing member 105 can additionally damp vibrations that occur, for example, during driving of the motor vehicle. The damping or absorbing of the vibrations by the first bearing element 105 thus prevents the release of components of the motor vehicle and the generation of vibration noise. For example, the first bearing element 105 may be made of a thermoplastic elastomer. Thermoplastic elastomers are plastically deformable under heat, which allows easy production of the first bearing element 105.

The Fig. 2a shows a schematic side view of the first bearing element 105. The first bearing element 105 comprises a fastening element 113, which is arranged at an opposite end of the guide 107 for guiding the grip element 101. On a lower side of the first bearing element 105, a protective element 109 is arranged, which is arranged in an arranged on a door or a flap state of the first bearing element 105 on an outer side of the door or the flap. The protective member 109 prevents ingress of moisture or contaminants at design-related openings or distances between the handle member 101 and the first bearing member 105.

The Fig. 2b shows a schematic plan view of the first bearing member 105. The bearing member 105 has the guide 107 for guiding the grip member 101, when moving the grip member 101 between the starting position and the operating position on. The circumferential collar 115 surrounds the first bearing element 105 and is designed such that the grip element 105 is always arranged at the same position on the first bearing element 105.

The Fig. 2c shows a schematic front view of the first bearing element 105. The Fig. 2c shows two fastening elements 113 and the guide 107 for the grip element 101 on an upper side of the first bearing element 105 and the protective element 109 on an underside of the first bearing element 105.

The Fig. 2d shows a schematic view of the first bearing element 105 from a bottom. The Fig. 2d , shows the guide 107, the sealing lip 111, the hardened sliding surface 108 and the two fastening elements 113. The hardened sliding surface 108 is arranged on two opposite areas of the first bearing element 105. However, the specific design of the hardened sliding surface 108 is dependent on the design of the guide element 103 on the grip element 101 or on the sliding surface between the guide element 103 and the first bearing element 105.

The Fig. 3a shows a schematic side view of the handle member 101 with the first bearing member 105. The handle member 101 and the guide member 103 is disposed in the guide 107 of the bearing member 105 and the handle member 101 is located in a predetermined by the circumferential collar 115 position. In addition, the bearing element 105 comprises a fastening element 113 and the protective element 109.

The Fig. 3b shows a schematic view of the handle member 101 with the first bearing member 105 from a bottom. Fig. 3b shows two fastening elements 113, the sealing lip 111, the guide 107, which receives the grip element 101 or arranged on the handle member 101 guide member 103, and the hardened sliding surface 108th

The Fig. 3c shows a schematic sectional view of the handle member 101 with the first bearing member 105. The handle member 101 has the guide member 103 which is formed when operating the handle member 101 for opening and / or closing a door or a flap slidably and arranged in the guide 107. The guide element 103 is formed as a T-piece, wherein the two arms of the T-piece each have a cylindrical structure. This cylindrical structure, in particular in conjunction with the hardened sliding surface 108, ensures low friction. Since the hardened sliding surface 108 is disposed at two opposing portions of the first bearing member 105 and each arm of the T-piece is slidably formed on one of the two portions, this arrangement ensures symmetrical power transmission from the grip member 101 via the guide member 103 to the first bearing member 105. In addition, two fastening elements 113 are arranged on the bearing element 105.

The invention is not limited in its execution to the above-mentioned preferred embodiments. Rather, a number of variants is conceivable, which makes use of the illustrated solution even with fundamentally different types of use. Any features and / or advantages resulting from the claims, the description or the drawings, including constructive details, spatial arrangements and method steps, can be essential to the invention both individually and in a wide variety of combinations.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

100

bearing arrangement

101

handle element

103

guide element

105

First bearing element

107

guide

108

Hardened sliding surface

109

protection element

111

sealing lip

113

fastener

115

Circumferential collar

117

Second bearing element

Claims (20)

Bearing arrangement (100) for a handle for opening and / or closing a door or a flap of a motor vehicle with a handle element (101) which is designed to open and / or close a door or a flap between a starting position and an actuating position, with at least a first bearing element (105) and a second bearing element (117), which are spaced from each other for arranging on a door or a flap and for receiving the grip element (101), wherein the first bearing element (105) is formed as a one-piece sealing element , A bearing assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that the first bearing member (105) comprises a guide (107) for guiding the handle member (101) upon movement of the handle member (101) between the home position and the operating position. Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first or the second bearing element (105,117) is designed as a holding and sealing means. Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first bearing element (105) is arranged in a arranged on a door or a flap state such that the guide (107) is arranged on an inner side of the door or the flap , Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the grip element (101) has a guide element (103) which is arranged in the guide (107) of the first bearing element (105). Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first bearing element (105) is made of a rubber-like material. Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the guide (107) of the first bearing element (105) has a hardened sliding surface (108) for sliding the grip element (101). Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the guide (107) of the first bearing element (105) has a slotted guide. Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first bearing element (105) has a protective element (109) which in a arranged on a door or a flap state of the first bearing element (105) on an outer side of the door or the flap is arranged. Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first bearing element (105) or the second bearing element (117) has a sealing lip (111). Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first bearing element (105) or the second bearing element (117) has at least one fastening element (113). Bearing arrangement (100) according to claim 11, characterized in that the fastening element (113) is formed integrally with the first bearing element (105) or the second bearing element (117). Bearing arrangement (100) according to claim 11 or 12, characterized in that the fastening element (113) is formed like a pin. Bearing assembly (100) according to any one of claims 11 to 13, characterized in that the fastening element (113) has a conically shaped portion. Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first bearing element (105) or the second bearing element (117) has a circumferential collar (115). Bearing arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second bearing element (117) is designed as a fixed bearing. Bearing element (105) for a bearing arrangement (100) of a handle for opening and / or closing a door or a flap of a motor vehicle, wherein the bearing element (105) as a one-piece sealing element for placing on a door or a flap and for receiving a handle element ( 101) is formed. Bearing element (100) according to claim 17, characterized in that the bearing element (105) has a guide (107) for guiding the grip element (101). Bearing element (100) according to claim 18, characterized in that the bearing element (105) has a hardened sliding surface (108) for sliding the grip element (101). Bearing element (100) according to one of claims 17 to 19, characterized in that the bearing element (105) is made of a rubber-like material.

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