DE202008015437U1 - Carrier module with at least one functional component for mounting in a vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

Carrier module (100) with at least one functional component (120) for mounting in a vehicle with a carrier (110) which can be mounted on the vehicle or on a part to be connected to the vehicle, wherein the functional component (120) on the carrier (110 ) can be fastened by means of a connecting device (150) consisting of at least two form-fitting interlocking, with associated guide surfaces (F1, f1, F2, f2), wherein a first connecting element (115) on the carrier (110 ) and a second connecting element (125) on the functional component (125) is formed or attached, characterized in that at least one of the connecting elements (115, 125) on at least one of the associated guide surfaces (F1, F2) one or more transversely to Joining direction (S) extending elevations (116), such that a by the elevations (116) resulting lights, a joint gap de Finishing distance (A1, A2) of the guide surfaces (F1, F2) of the one connecting element (115) is less than the width (B1, B2) of the inserted connecting element ...

Description

The The invention relates to a carrier module having at least one Functional component for mounting in a vehicle according to the The preamble of claim 1. In particular, the invention relates a carrier module with a functional component in shape a lock for a vehicle door, hood or -flap. Furthermore, the invention relates to a connecting device for use in such a carrier module according to Preamble of the independent claim.

It is known for the assembly of functional components, such as of locks for vehicle doors, hoods or flaps to provide support modules that in the vehicle or on parts thereof can be attached.

From the DE 20 2006 016 302 U1 a carrier module for a lock for motor vehicle doors and the like is known, in which a mountable on the vehicle or vehicle part carrier is provided, on which the functional component, namely the lock, can be fastened. For this purpose, a connection unspecified there is produced between the lock and the carrier, wherein the carrier has a first connecting element and the functional component or the lock has a second connecting element. Usually here latching or clip elements are used, which allow a fast and secure production of the compound. Also, connecting devices are known which have two form-fitting, in particular insertable, provided with mutually associated guide surfaces groove or rail-shaped connecting elements, wherein a first connecting element to the carrier and a second connecting element formed on the functional component or attached thereto. However, such conventional connection devices tolerances due to leeway, resulting in incorrect positions of the respective functional component, eg. B. of the castle, can lead. In addition, the production of such compounds often requires the use of specially designed tools.

Around the night parts of the prior art overcome proposed here a carrier module of the type mentioned, that according to the features of claim 1 configured is. Also, according to the independent claim a connection device according to the invention for proposed a carrier module.

Therefore has at least one of the connecting elements on at least one the mutually associated guide surfaces a or several surveys extending transversely to the joining direction such that a light resulting from the elevations, a distance of the guide surfaces defining a joint gap of a connecting element is less than the width of the inserted Connecting element, and that the surveys so along the Fügeweges are placed that the surveys of the one Connecting element with the associated guide surfaces the other connection element only after completion of a predetermined Engage part of the joining path. This part can z. B. at least a third or even half of the joining path be.

By this construction is achieved that the connecting device initially during insertion or insertion of the one Connecting element remains in the other game, so that a very easy and fast assembly of fasteners allows for the pre-assembly of functional component and porters facilitates and accelerates. But as soon as that Insertion reached a certain length or insertion depth has at least one part, z. B. half, the Fügeweges corresponds, results from the narrower joint gap and the intended and placed surveys a jam or even frictional grip, resulting in a defined consolidation the connection leads. Thus, instead of a conventional Sliding, latching or clip connection proposed a construction, in the coordinated fasteners into each other are executed, wherein only from a desired Insertion depth results in a clamping force or friction, which leads to a exact attachment leads from one of the insertion depth corresponding position.

The proposed here carrier module is particularly suitable for use in mounting a trained as a vehicle lock Functional component. Accordingly, the carrier module can also as a lock module for a vehicle door, hood or flap formed. Thus, this can essentially be Lock and support existing lock module very fast be pre-assembled, with a pinch-lock and / or frictional contact or engagement only after a certain Insertion depth is produced. It can be very fast and exactly one desired position can be achieved, then at the safe clamping and / or frictional connection between the Connecting elements exists.

Preferably, the first connecting element is formed groove-shaped on the carrier and the second connecting element is formed on the functional component rail-shaped. This can also be done vice versa. In both cases, it is advantageous if the groove-shaped connecting element in the form of a T-shaped groove is and if the rail-shaped connecting element in the form of a T-rail or a T-stone is formed. This creates a very good leading tongue and groove connection.

From It is also advantageous if the distance of the opposite Guide surfaces of a connecting element is larger at each point, in particular one Minimum clearance is greater than the width of the inserted Connecting element at each point. This will be a construction arrangement created until the surveys are carried out, a very simple preferably slightly playful, insertion possibility represents and thus increases the speed of installation.

Prefers are at least one or both fasteners two surveys provided by means of which a jam and play-free support of the connecting elements to produce is. It is advantageous if the surveys at least or at the latest when a large part of the Fügeweges by abrasion a frictional contact produce. The elevations can be as nubs or ribs or the like may be formed. In particular, you can elongated elevations such as ribs preferably substantially run transversely to the joining direction. Also can the elevations, knobs or ribs in cross-section each formed triangular be and have an abradable tip. This is a special exactly dimensionable abrasion possible, which eventually leads to a well-defined frictional contact.

Also The nubs or ribs can be arranged so that they singly and / or one after another in contact with the other Join connecting element and thus one along with the insertion depth the joining way rising, in particular gradually constructive, clamping and / or friction effect. Through this constructive Measure thus increases the achieved clamping and / or friction force according to the respective insertion depth. It can the ribs may also be designed as scraper ribs.

Prefers has at least one of the connecting elements, in particular the groove-shaped connecting element, guide surfaces forming sections which are arranged offset to one another, so that each section faces a free cut. This creates a particularly tool-compatible construction, so that in particular this connecting element cost z. B. in injection molding by means of a simple on-to-tool can be made without a slider. Through the provided free cuts the direct access of the on-off tool is made possible. Among other things, the preferably elongated trained elevations or ribs which transverse to the insertion direction and thus in the direction of the open-close movement of the tool, in one operation, namely the actual injection process, be formed. Preferably, the sections are one of these Joining element shaped so that they form a positive connection with the insertable other connecting element effect. These too Sections are created in the one operation.

Also It is advantageous if the fasteners in the assembled state are arranged so that the one connecting element substantially from above and in the direction of gravity into the other connecting element is insertable. By this construction method is under utilization the force of gravity when inserting or during assembly significantly reduced.

Also can by material selection and / or shaping at least one of Connecting elements can be formed elastically deformable. It can the at least one connecting element provided with recesses Shaping has.

Furthermore the functional component can be designed as a submodule, which comprises at least one functional element, such. B. mechanical and / or electrical components in the form of bars, switches, Levers, actuators, etc .. In particular, the functional component a lock for a vehicle door, hood or include flap. Advantageously, the carrier is in a vehicle door, hood or flap mountable. The carrier module itself can z. B. as a lock module for a vehicle door, Hood or flap be formed.

These and further advantageous embodiments will be apparent from the following description.

The Invention will now be described in more detail with reference to an embodiment and with reference to the accompanying drawings, reproduce the following schematic representation:

1 shows a carrier module according to the invention in the assembled state;

2a to 2c show in detail the construction of the connecting device according to the invention between the carrier and functional component;

3a and 3b show the arrangement of carrier and functional component immediately prior to insertion to make the connection;

4a and 4b show the arrangement of functional component and carrier during the on shift operation;

5a and 5b show the arrangement of functional component and carrier after successful insertion process;

6 shows in detail the nested connecting elements of the connecting device;

7 shows in a first cross-sectional view of the nested fasteners;

8th shows in a second cross-sectional view of the nested fasteners; and

9 shows in a third cross-sectional drawing the nested fasteners.

The 1 shows a schematic representation of the carrier module 100 with a carrier 110 and a functional component designed as a lock 120 , wherein the functional component 120 through a connecting device 150 with the carrier 110 connected is. This in 1 shown carrier module is here z. B. executed as a lock module, which is in a preassembled state and a final assembly can be supplied to a vehicle door. The carrier module or lock module 100 is characterized in particular by the 150 designated connecting device, which will be described with reference to the following figures.

The 2a shows in detail the structure of the connecting device 150 , which is a first connecting element 115 that is attached to the carrier 110 is arranged, and which a second connecting element 125 has, that at the functional component 120 is arranged. To make the connection, the second connecting element 125 , which is here rail-shaped, in the first connecting element 115 inserted or inserted, which is formed here groove-shaped. The connecting elements are arranged, for example, so that the insertion can be done from above in the direction of gravity. The joining direction or insertion direction is designated here by S. After the insertion along the joining path T, the second connecting element is located 125 with a desired insertion depth in the first connection element 115 ,

The 2 B shows in a three-dimensional view the construction of the fasteners 115 and 125 closer in detail. It can be seen that the second connecting element 125 is formed as a T-rail. The first connection element 115 again, it has substantially the shape of a T-groove. The 2c also shows a three-dimensional view of the construction according to the invention from another perspective. As with these two 2 B and 2c can be seen very clearly, has the first connection element 115 a special design that allows a tool-compatible production of this fastener. For this purpose, the connecting element 115 several sections 117 and 118 on, for a positive connection with the insertable other second connecting element 125 care and are offset from each other, leaving each section 117 or 118 in each case a free cut FS or FS 'is opposite.

In the example shown here, the connecting element 115 a middle section or bridge 117 on which a middle cut FS stands opposite. In turn, on the side of this free cut FS are two outer sections 118 or webs provided, which in each case a free cut FS 'is opposite. This special construction is the connecting element 115 Although it occupies a encompassing function required for the form-fitting, designed for the production so open that it can be produced by means of a simple on-to-tool without slider. In other words: the sections 117 and 118 form for the encompassing function lateral boundaries, which free cuts FS or FS 'are opposite, so that the corresponding tool areas of the die and male mesh like a comb. In this context, it is advantageous if the elevations are rib-shaped and extend in the direction of the open-close movement. Thus, the rib-like elevations are easy to mold in the tool.

The 3a shows the arrangement of functional component or lock 120 and carriers 110 in a state in which the second connecting element 125 just before insertion into the first connecting element 115 located. As the 3b shows in more detail, are both fasteners 115 and 125 lengthwise aligned with each other, the second, rail-shaped connecting element 125 in the joining direction S in the first, groove-shaped connecting element 115 is introduced.

The 4a shows the arrangement in the state in which both fasteners 115 and 125 almost completely inserted into each other. The 4b shows in more detail that the second connecting element 125 now almost completely in the first connecting element 115 located.

The 5a shows the arrangement in the forerunner Condition, ie in the state in which both fasteners to the desired insertion depth T (see 2a ) are inserted. Through the later described in more detail design of the connecting elements 115 and 125 is a jam or frictional connection made very quickly and effectively. This requires only the insertion of the one connecting element in the other. The 5b shows the connection produced in more detail, wherein two longitudinally extending cutting lines AA and BB are shown and a cross-section line CC is drawn. On these cut lines will be later on the basis of 7 . 8th and 9 Referenced.

First, the shows 6 in detail and in a three-dimensional view the connection caused by the insertion 150 , wherein the second inserted connecting element 125 completely in the first connection element 115 located.

The 7 shows a cross section through the compound produced 150 along the in 5 shown line BB. As in 7 can be seen, one of the connecting elements, namely here the first connecting element 115 , on at least part of its guide surfaces F1 and F2 several surveys 116 on, in direct contact with the inserted connecting element, namely the second connecting element 125 , to step. This survey 116 or contact elements may also be formed in the form of ribs which extend transversely to the insertion direction S and by the insertion of the second connecting element 125 be abraded or scraped off.

The dimensioning of the connecting elements 115 and 125 is created so that in the collapsed state, the width B1 or B2 of the inserted connecting element 125 is larger at all corresponding points, as there prevailing each distance A10 and A20 between the guide surfaces F1-F4 of the outer and female connecting element 115 , In particular, this ensures that when inserting and as long as the surveys 116 not yet in contact with the support surfaces f1 and f2 of the joining element to be inserted 125 a minimum game, which allows a very easy insertion. On the other hand, the surveys 116 so pronounced that the specific widths defined by it A1 or A2 at the local points of the outer connecting element 115 define a joint gap which is less than the width B1 or B2 of the inner, to be inserted connecting element 125 is. Thus, the surveys come after a minimum depth reached by z. B. T / 2 in engagement with the respective opposite guide surface f1 or f2 and it is created a jamming connection. In the example shown here are the surveys 116 arranged so that they engage simultaneously. But there are also other arrangement Vatianten conceivable.

For example can by a gradual arrangement of the elevations or ribs can be a function of the insertion depth T in the joining direction S gradually increasing clamping force or friction force be effected. Also, it is possible by different high and / or wide elevations different strength levels to achieve the clamping force during insertion.

In particular, it is possible by dimensioning the components shown that the second connecting element 125 initially in the joining direction S up to a desired insertion depth into the first connecting element 115 can be inserted and then only jammed. This in turn allows a positionally accurate pre-assembly of the functional component 120 with the carrier 110 (see. 1 ). Preferably, here has the first connection element 115 for this sections 117 and 188 on, which serve as form-fitting or limiting elements and the second connecting element 125 initially only form-fitting lead the insertion until a first contact with the surveys 116 , for example, from half of the joining path T occurs.

Based on 8th is a cross-sectional view along the line AA shown (see 5 ). It can be seen in particular that the second connecting element 125 in the desired insertion depth within the first connecting element 115 and now also from the two outer sections 118 against the surveys 116 is pressed. For example, in the clamping position shown here, the connecting element 125 at its end between the guide surface F4 and the elevation 116 , which presses on the guide surface f2, jammed.

In order to give the design a certain flexibility, a desired elasticity can be achieved by material selection and / or shape design at least one connecting element. For example, the second connection element 125 provided with recesses corresponding to an elastic shape.

This is on the 9 refer to the cross-sectional view along the line CC the structure of the second connecting element in interaction with the first connecting element 115 shown in more detail. The second connection element 125 has a T-rail-shaped design and has recesses in the upper region of the T-head 126 on that the connecting element 125 give it a certain elasticity. The first connection element 115 is formed groove-shaped and has sections, such. B. the section shown here 117 , on which the insertion of the second connecting element 125 lead exactly.

• a) Die Rippen können im Querschnitt dreieckförmig ausgebildet sein und bei der Montage, d. h. während der Schiebebewegung, schaben sich die scharfkantigen Spitzen der Dreiecke definiert ab.
• b) Der Bereich um die T-Nut ist flexibel gestaltet und stellt sich auf die jeweilige Klemmweite ein.

Referring to the here shown 1 to 9 becomes a carrier module 100 proposed that a carrier 110 and a pre-assembled functional component 120 having. Preferably, the functional component is a lock 120 , which is intended to be mounted on a vehicle door, hood or hatch. Other functional components would be z. As about actuators or actuators that are used for windows or other arbitrary vehicle modules. By the connection device proposed here 150 in which the connecting elements 115 and 125 First are very easy to insert and then interlock with each other from a certain insertion depth (> T / 2), a very fast and accurate position pre-assembly is possible. The compound may be formed as a tongue and groove connection, wherein preferably a T-shape comes to the design. The preferably designed as a T-slot connecting element 115 is designed so that it does not require any special tool technology. Also designed as T-rail or T-stone connecting element 125 is so designed and attached to the component 120 attached, that here no special special tool designs are required. Preferably, the T-slot has two or more elevations 116 in the form of elevations or ribs, which are arranged transversely to the longitudinal extent of the connecting element or transversely to the joining or insertion direction S, and which lead to a clamping or frictional connection of functional component 120 with the carrier 110 to lead. The clear width d between the ribs and the contacted contact surfaces is designed in such a way that zero clearance or clamping occurs in every tolerance case. This means that in each case by pressing a play-free connection is made. In order to compensate, if necessary, an undersize, in particular the following two possibilities can be used, which can also be used in combination:

• a) The ribs may be formed triangular in cross-section and during assembly, ie during the sliding movement, scrap the sharp-edged tips of the triangles defined.
• b) The area around the T-slot has a flexible design and adapts to the respective clamping width.

In order to keep the assembly force as low as possible, the ribs are preferably arranged such that they isolated and gradually apply a clamping force. The construction shown allows a stable and backlash-free attachment of functional components to the carrier, with a high positioning accuracy can be met with cost-effective tool design. Also, the assembly forces can be kept low, so that no special mounting devices are needed. The connection proposed here 150 can also be referred to as a multifunction bracket and provides a fast, stable and very cost-effective connection for the pre-assembly or assembly of functional components in vehicles. A particular field of application of the invention is the installation of locks in vehicle doors, hoods or flaps. The design of the connecting elements is an easy insertion and insertion of the lock or the functional component 120 in the lock holder or carrier 110 possible. The desired insertion depth determines the optimal positioning. In addition, an end stop can be provided. It is also conceivable, in addition to the connection presented here 150 to provide even more connecting elements, in particular clips and / or locking elements.

100

carrier module (here designed as a lock module)

110

carrier for functional component

120

functional component (here designed as a lock for a vehicle door)

150

connection between carrier and functional component (here in the form of a tongue and groove connection) with interlocking fasteners

115

first connecting element, groove-shaped or rail-shaped here as a T-slot) with: F1, F2, F3, F4 guide surfaces (inwards) 116 Elevations or ribs, abradable here; 117 . 118 Sections (with guide surfaces), alternately arranged FS, FS 'cutouts, each opposite to a section

125

second connecting element, rail-shaped or groove-shaped (here designed as a T-rail) with: f1, f2 guide surfaces (outwards); 126 recesses

S

joining direction (The insertion direction)

T

joining path (maximum insertion depth)

A1, A2

distance (clear width of the joint gap, front and rear)

A10, A20

Distance between the guide surfaces F1-F4 of the first connecting element 115

B1, B2

Width of the inserted, second connecting element 125

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Claims (22)

Carrier module ( 100 ) with at least one functional component ( 120 ) for mounting in a vehicle with a carrier ( 110 ) mountable to the vehicle or to a part to be connected to the vehicle, the functional component ( 120 ) on the carrier ( 110 ) by means of one of at least two form-fitting interfitted, with each other associated guide surfaces (F1, f1, F2, f2) provided connecting elements ( 115 . 125 ) existing connection device ( 150 ) is fastened, wherein a first connecting element ( 115 ) on the carrier ( 110 ) and a second connecting element ( 125 ) on the functional component ( 125 ) is formed or attached thereto, characterized in that at least one of the connecting elements ( 115 . 125 ) on at least one of the mutually associated guide surfaces (F1, F2) one or more transversely to the joining direction (S) extending surveys ( 116 ) in such a way that the surveys ( 116 ) resulting light, a joint gap defining distance (A1, A2) of the guide surfaces (F1, F2) of the one connecting element ( 115 ) is smaller than the width (B1, B2) of the connecting element to be inserted ( 125 ), and that the surveys ( 116 ) are placed along the joining path (T) in such a way that the elevations ( 116 ) of the one connecting element ( 115 ) with the associated guide surfaces (f1, f2) of the other connecting element ( 125 ) only after completion of a predeterminable part of the joining path (T) into engagement. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to claim 1, characterized in that the vorgebare part comprises at least a third, in particular at least half, of the maximum achievable joining path (T). Carrier module ( 100 ) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the first connecting element ( 115 ) on the carrier ( 110 ) is formed groove-shaped and that the second connecting element ( 125 ) on the functional component ( 125 ) is rail-shaped, or vice versa. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to claim 3, characterized in that the groove-shaped connecting element ( 115 ) is formed in the form of a T-slot and that the rail-shaped connecting element ( 125 ) is designed in the form of a T-rail. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the distance (A10, A20) of the opposite guide surfaces (F1, F2, F3, F4) of the one connecting element ( 115 ) is greater, in particular by a minimum clearance is greater than the width (B1, B2) of the fastener to be inserted ( 125 ) at the location corresponding to the distance (A10, A20). Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least two elevations ( 116 ) are provided by means of which a clamping and play-free support of the connecting elements ( 115 . 125 ) can be produced. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the elevations ( 116 ) make a frictional contact by abrasion when the complete joining path (T) is completed. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the elevations ( 116 ) are formed as knobs or ribs or the like. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to claim 8, characterized in that elongated elevations such as ribs ( 116 ), in particular substantially transversely to the joining direction (S) run. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the elevations ( 116 ), in particular knobs or ribs, are each triangular in cross-section and have an abradable tip. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of claims 7 to 10, characterized in that the knobs or ribs are arranged so that they are isolated and / or successively in contact with the other connecting element ( 125 ) and thus cause with the insertion depth along the joining path (T) rising, in particular gradually building, clamping and / or friction force. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of claims 7 to 11, characterized in that the ribs are designed as scraper ribs. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one of the connecting elements, in particular the groove-shaped connecting element ( 115 ) Sections ( 117 . 118 ) having guide surfaces (F3, F4) which are arranged offset to one another so that each section (F3, F4) 117 . 118 ) in each case faces a free cut (FS, FS '). Carrier module ( 100 ) according to claim 13, characterized in that the sections ( 117 . 118 ) of the one of the connecting elements ( 115 ) a positive connection with the insertable other connecting element ( 125 ) cause. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the connecting elements ( 115 . 125 ) are arranged in the assembled state so that the one connecting element ( 125 ) substantially from above and in the direction of gravity in the other connecting element ( 115 ) can be inserted. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one of the connecting elements is formed elastically deformable by material selection and / or shaping. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to claim 16, characterized in that the at least one connecting element ( 125 ) one with recesses ( 126 ) has provided shaping. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the functional component ( 120 ) is formed as a sub-module, which comprises at least one functional element. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the functional component is a lock ( 120 ) for a vehicle door, hood or flap. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the carrier ( 110 ) is mountable in a vehicle door, hood or flap. Carrier module ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the carrier module is designed as a lock module for a vehicle door, hood or flap. Connecting device ( 150 ) for use in a carrier module ( 100 ) of a vehicle for connecting a functional component ( 120 ) with a carrier ( 110 ) which is mountable on the vehicle or on a part thereof, wherein the connecting device ( 150 ) at least two form-fitting interconnected fasteners ( 115 . 125 ) having mutually associated guide surfaces (F1, f1, F2, f2), wherein a first connecting element ( 115 ) on the carrier ( 110 ) and a second connecting element ( 125 ) on the functional component ( 125 ), characterized in that at least one of the connecting elements ( 115 . 125 ) on at least one of the mutually associated guide surfaces (F1, F2) one or more transversely to the joining direction (S) extending surveys ( 116 ) in such a way that the surveys ( 116 ) resulting light, a joint gap defining distance (A1, A2) of the guide surfaces (F1, F2) of the one connecting element ( 115 ) is smaller than the width (B1, B2) of the connecting element to be inserted ( 125 ), and that the surveys ( 116 ) are placed along the joining path (T) in such a way that the elevations ( 116 ) of the one connecting element ( 115 ) with the associated guide surfaces (f1, f2) of the other connecting element ( 125 ) only after completion of a predeterminable part of the joining path (T) into engagement.