JPH04123736U - Car rear mirror device - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [Purpose] To make the lower part of the rear of the vehicle body visible over a wide range from the driver's seat. [Structure] A mirror 6 is provided near the upper end of the outer surface of the rear window 3 of the vehicle body 2, covered by a cover 7, so that substantially the entire lower portion 5 at the rear of the vehicle body can be viewed from the driver's seat. The mirror 6 has its mirror surface 36 facing the rear window 3 and is inclined, and both end portions thereof are attached to the opposing side surfaces of the cover 7.

Description

[Detailed explanation of the idea]

0001

[Industrial application field]

This invention is a rear vehicle that makes the lower part of the rear of the vehicle visible over a wide area. This invention relates to a mirror device.

0002

[Conventional technology]

The lower part of the rear of the car that becomes a blind spot when backing up or parking a car. If you can check the details thoroughly, you can easily carry out the driving operation. A wagon type rear mirror device as shown in Fig. 9 is used as a rear mirror device to meet such demands. It has been proposed for use in automobiles. This device is located on the rear corner of the vehicle on the driver's side. Attach side rear mirror b supported by arm a to the driver's seat. By opening the side window and looking at the side rear mirror b, you can see the lower part of the rear of the vehicle. c was made visible.

0003

[Problem that the idea aims to solve]

However, such a rear mirror device cannot be confirmed due to the size of the rear mirror. The area behind the vehicle was relatively narrow. Also, since the rear mirror was supported by an arm, wagon-type cars I didn't know about it, but I was reluctant to install it on a passenger car due to its appearance.

0004 In addition, the rear mirror was attached to the rear corner of the driver's seat on the outside of the vehicle. Therefore, when looking in the rear mirror, you must always open the driver's side window. There wasn't. As a result, when it rains, it becomes a chore to look in the rear mirror, so it is difficult to look at the rear mirror. The facilities were not fully utilized.

[0005]

[Means to solve the problem]

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention employs the following means. That is, an automobile rear mirror device (hereinafter referred to as a rear mirror device) 1 according to the present invention. is a box-shaped part that opens inward and downward on the outer surface of the rear window 3 near the upper edge. The inner edge of the cover 7 on both sides and the upper edge of the cover 7 is attached to the rear window side portion 3 of the vehicle body 2. 0 and rear window upper part 32, and the cover 7 and In the space 22 formed between the rear window 3 and the rear window 3, there is a part near the upper edge of the rear window 3. The mirror 6 has a length extending substantially over the entire width of the mirror, and its mirror surface 36 faces the rear window 3. Attach both end portions to the opposite side surfaces 25, 25 of the cover in a facing and inclined state. The lower part of the rear of the vehicle body is reflected on the mirror surface 36 so that it can be seen from the driver's seat. It is characterized by the following.

[0006] The mirror 6 has an adjustable angle of inclination on the opposing side surfaces 25, 25 of the cover 7. It is best to install it properly.

[0007] The mirror 6 has a length that spans approximately the entire width of the portion near the upper edge of the rear window 3. The inner surface of the substrate 9, which has an elongated plate shape, is a mirror surface 36, and the outer surface 12 of the substrate 9 has a mirror surface 36. , a semi-circular recess 15 into which the pivot shaft 13 is fitted is formed parallel to the upper edge of the board. A curved portion 16 is provided over the entire length of the plate, and on this outer surface 12 is a curved portion 16 bent into a semicircular arc shape. The shaft holding fitting 19, which has fixing pieces 17, 17 consecutively arranged on both side edges of the curved portion 16, is is fixed to the substrate 9 with both fixing pieces 17, 17 with the inner surface facing the recess 15. and is attached to both side surfaces 25, 25 of the cover 7 by cooperation with the recess 15. It is preferable to form a cylindrical shaft holding hole 20 for holding the pivot 13. stomach.

[0008] If the shaft 13 is held on the rear mirror 6 using the shaft holding fitting 19 in this way, In addition, the recess 15 is formed into a rectangular section into which a portion of the required thickness of the pivot 13 is fitted. The shaft holding fitting 19 is formed into a concave surface shape, and the shaft holding fitting 19 is bent into a rectangular cross-sectional shape. The fixed pieces 17, 17 are connected to both side edges of the bent part 40, and the shaft retainer is Both fixing pieces 1 are attached to the holding fitting 19 with the inner surface of the bent part 40 facing the recessed part 15. By fixing to the substrate 9 at 7 and 17, the cover is A rectangular tube shape for holding the pivot shaft 13 attached to both side parts 25, 25 of the bar 7. It is preferable to form the shaft holding hole 20 in such a manner that the shaft holding hole 20 is formed.

[0009] In addition, the shaft 13 is held on the rear mirror 6 using the shaft holding fitting 19 in this way. In this case, the recess 15 has a rectangular cross-sectional shape in which the entire pivot 13 is fitted. The shaft holding fitting 19 is formed as a recessed part, and the shaft holding fitting 19 is formed as a flat cover piece 4 that covers the recessed part 15. Fixing pieces 17, 17 are connected to both sides of the shaft holding fitting 19. is attached to the board 9 with both fixing pieces 17, 17, with the cover piece 42 covering the recess 15. By fixing, both side surfaces 25, 2 of the cover 7 can be secured together with the recess 15. A shaft holding hole 20 in the shape of a rectangular tube is formed to hold the pivot 13 attached to the shaft 5. It is better to do as much as possible.

0010

[Effect]

However, when the driver looks in the mirror through the rear window of the car, the image is reflected in the mirror. The lower part of the rear of the vehicle (near the rear bumper) 5 was confirmed over a wide area using the image taken. can do.

[0011] In addition, the cover 7 prevents rain, snow, or dust from falling on the mirror or the rear window surface facing it. Prevent it from adhering to the surface.

0012 Also, a continuous curved portion is fixed to the outer surface of the mirror 6 and forms the shaft holding hole 20. The shaft holding fitting 19 provided with the portion 16 or the bent portion 40 has a rib action of the bent portion 16. to reinforce the mirror 6.

[0013] Further, the pivot shaft 13 held on the outer surface of the mirror 6 over its entire length also supports the mirror 6. It exerts a reinforcing effect.

[0014]

【Example】

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below based on the drawings. 1 and 2, a rear mirror device 1 according to the present invention is installed on a rear window of a vehicle body 2. Almost the whole of the lower part 5 at the rear of the vehicle body can be seen in the area near the upper edge of the outer surface of 3. A mirror 6 is provided covered with a cover 7. Below is this Explain physically.

[0015] As shown in FIGS. 3 to 5, the mirror 6 has approximately the entire width of a portion near the upper edge of the rear window 3. On the inner surface 10 of the synthetic resin substrate 9, which has an elongated rectangular plate shape with a length of A mirror plate 11 is attached, and a pivot 1 is attached to the upper edge of the outer surface 12 of the substrate 9. A recess 15 having a semicircular arc shape for fitting 3 is parallel to the upper edge of the board and extends along the entire length of the board. It is set across. This outer surface 12 is curved in a semicircular arc shape. The shaft holding fitting 19, which is made up of fixing pieces 17, 17 connected to both side edges of the portion 16, The substrate 9 is mounted on both fixing pieces 17, 17 with the inner surface of the portion 16 facing the recess 15. It is designed to be fixed with screws to A cylindrical shaft holding hole 20 is formed to hold the shaft. The pivot 13 has screw shafts at both ends. parts 21, 21, and when it is held in the shaft holding hole 20, it is shown in FIG. The screw shaft portions 21, 21 protrude outward from both ends of the mirror 6.

[0016] The cover 7 has a rectangular box shape that opens inward and downward, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 4. , by being installed near the upper edge of the outer surface of the rear window 3, the inside of the cover A space 22 (Fig. 1) for storing the mirror 6 is formed between the face part and the rear window. to be accomplished. The cover upper surface part 23 is attached to the cover 7 when it is attached to the vehicle body 2. It is formed so that it has a slightly sloped surface facing outward and downward. Approximately in the center of the upper end of the parts 25, 25 is a bearing hole 2 into which the pivot shaft 13 can be inserted. 6 and 26 are provided. Also, both sides of the inner edge and the upper edge are covered with U-shaped edge members 27. The edges on both sides (both sides of the inner edge of the cover) are It comes into close contact with the rear window side part 30 of the body 2, and also touches the upper edge (inner edge of the cover). The upper edge portion) 31 is in close contact with the rear window upper portion 32 of the vehicle body 2.

[0017] The mirror 6 to be installed in the empty space 22 is installed before the cover 7 is attached to the vehicle body 2. It stands upright and is tiltably provided in the inner cavity 33 of the cover. Figure 4 shows an example of the procedure. To explain, first, the shaft holding hole 20 is formed by cooperation with the recess 15. The shaft holding fitting 19 is loosely temporarily fixed to the mirror 6 with screws 35 as shown in FIG. Then the mirror 6 is placed in the inner cavity 33 of the cover with its mirror surface 36 facing the rear window 3. After that, the pivot 13 is inserted from one side of the cover to the bearing hole, the shaft holding hole, and the other shaft. It is inserted into the receiving hole, and both screw shaft parts 21, 21 are in a state of protruding outward from the side part 25. Ru. In this state, firmly tighten each screw 35 and attach the mirror 6 to the pivot using the shaft holding fitting 19. Integrate with 13. Then, a cap nut 37 is screwed onto both screw shaft parts 21, 21, By tightening the mirror 6, it is possible to hold the mirror 6 at a required angle of inclination.

[0018] When using the rear mirror device 1 having such a configuration, the inclination angle of the mirror 6 can be set as desired. When the driver looks in the mirror through the rear window with the adjustment adjusted to the The image reflected in It can be confirmed. In addition, the cover 7 prevents rain, snow, or dust from falling on the mirror or the rear window surface facing it. In addition to preventing water from sticking to the water, the sloping cover top surface 23 allows for smooth drainage. do.

[0019] Note that the mirror tilting operation must be performed by applying a known electric tilting device. You may.

[0020] 6-7 show how the pivot 13 is held on the outer surface 12 of the mirror 6 using a shaft holding fitting 19. This shows another aspect of holding the mirror, in which the pivot 13 is provided on the outer surface 12 of the mirror. A screw shaft portion 21 is attached to both ends of the square shaft portion 39 that is fitted into the rectangular recess 15. 21 is provided protrudingly. In addition, the shaft holding fitting 19 is bent in a U-shape. Fixing pieces 17, 17 are arranged in series on both side edges of the portion 40, and the inner surface of the bent portion 40 is It is fixed to the substrate 9 by both fixing pieces 17, 17 in a state facing the recess 15, and this By fixing, both side surfaces of the cover 7 (in this embodiment, the inner surfaces of both sides of the cover A pivot attached to the L-shaped fixing bracket 41, 41) 25, 25 applied to the In this way, a rectangular cylindrical shaft holding hole 20 for holding the 13 rectangular shaft portion 39 is formed. has been done.

[0021] FIG. 7 shows a case where the pivot 13 having the square shaft portion 39 shown in FIG. 6 is used. The entire square shaft portion 39 is press-fitted into the recess 15 provided on the outer surface 12 of the mirror. The shaft holding fitting 19 is formed into a shape that can be fitted into the recess 15. The fixing pieces 17, 17 are formed in series on both side edges of the piece 42, and the shaft holding metal fitting is 19 is mounted on both fixing pieces 17, 17 with the cover piece 42 covering the recess 15. 9, it can be attached to both side surfaces of the cover in cooperation with the recess 15. A shaft holding hole 20 having a rectangular cylindrical shape for holding the pivot shaft 13 is formed. being done.

[0022]

[Effect of the idea]

The present invention has the following excellent effects. When a driver looks in the mirror through the rear window, the image reflected in the mirror This allows you to see the lower part of the rear of the vehicle over a wide area, and therefore To make driving operations safe and easy when parking or parking.

[0023] The mirror can be seen through the rear window from the driver's seat, and is not the same as before. There is no need to open the driver's side window. Therefore, even on rainy days, Confirmation can be easily performed.

[0024] Since the mirror is covered by the cover, the mirror and the Prevents rain, snow, or dust from adhering to the rear window surface, and reduces the visibility of the mirror. There is no risk of narrowing due to adhesion.

[0025] The rear mirror device of the present invention is installed over almost the entire width of the rear window. Therefore, unlike the arm-supported side rear mirror mentioned above, it is not suitable for passenger cars. There is no resistance in appearance when applied.

[0026] Fixing a shaft holding bracket with a continuous curved or bent part to a mirror. When forming the shaft holding hole for holding the pivot, the rib action of the curved part , the mirror can be effectively reinforced. Also, on the outside surface of the mirror along its entire length. The pivots held across also effectively stiffen the mirror.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention together with its operation.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing one embodiment of the present invention in its usage state.

FIG. 3 is a partially cutaway perspective view showing an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view showing an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a sectional view showing how the mirror is attached to the cover.

FIG. 6 is an exploded partial perspective view illustrating another example of holding a pivot on a mirror using a shaft holding fitting.

FIG. 7 is a partial perspective view showing another example in which a shaft is held by a mirror using a shaft holding fitting.

FIG. 8 is a sectional view showing another example in which a shaft is held by a mirror using a shaft holding fitting.

FIG. 9 is a perspective view illustrating a conventional device.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 Rear mirror device 2 Vehicle body 3 Rear window 7 Cover 9 Substrate 10 Inner surface 12 Outer surface 13 Axis 15 Recess 16 Curved part 17 Fixed piece 19 Shaft holding bracket 20 Shaft holding hole 40 Bent part 42 Cover piece

Claims (5)

[Scope of utility model registration request] Claim 1: A box-shaped cover 7 that opens inwardly and downwardly is provided at a portion near the upper edge of the outer surface of the rear window 3, with both sides of the inner edge and the upper edge thereof facing the side of the rear window of the vehicle body 2. 30 and the rear window upper part 32, and the space 22 formed between the cover 7 and the rear window 3 has a length extending approximately the entire width of the upper edge portion of the rear window 3. The mirror 6 having a
facing the rear window 3 and tilting, its both ends are attached to the opposite side surfaces 25, 25 of the cover, and the lower part at the rear of the vehicle body is reflected on the mirror surface 36 so that it can be seen from the driver's seat. An automobile rear mirror device featuring: [Claim 2] The mirror 6 is attached to the opposite side surface 2 of the cover 7.
2. The rear mirror device for a motor vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the rear mirror device is mounted on the rear mirrors 5 and 25 so that its inclination angle can be adjusted. 3. The mirror 6 has a mirror surface 36 on the inside surface of a substrate 9 which is in the shape of a long and thin plate and has a length extending substantially over the entire width of a portion near the upper edge of the rear window 3 , and a mirror surface 36 on the inside surface 36 of the substrate 9 . A recess 15 having a semicircular arc shape into which the pivot shaft 13 is fitted is provided over the entire length of the board parallel to the upper edge of the board,
Also, on this outer surface 12, there is a curved portion 1 bent into a semicircular arc shape.
6 is fixed to the substrate 9 by the fixing pieces 17, 17 with the inner surface of the curved portion 16 facing the recess 15, and
By cooperating with the recess 15, both sides 25 of the cover 7,
3. The rear mirror device for an automobile according to claim 1, further comprising a shaft holding hole (20) having a cylindrical shape for holding the pivot shaft (13) attached to the rear mirror device. 4. The mirror 6 has a mirror surface 36 on the inside surface of a substrate 9 that is in the shape of a long and thin plate and has a length that spans substantially the entire width of a portion near the upper edge of the rear window 3 , and a mirror surface 36 on the outside surface 12 of the substrate 9 . A recess 15 having a rectangular cross-sectional shape for fitting a portion of the required thickness of the pivot shaft 13 is provided along the entire length of the board parallel to the upper edge of the board, and a rectangular recess 15 is provided on the outer surface 12 of the board. Fixing pieces 1 are attached to both side edges of the bent portion 40 bent into a cross-sectional shape of
7 and 17 are connected to each other, with the inner surface of the bent portion 40 facing the recess 15, and the fixing pieces 1
7 and 17 are fixed to the substrate 9 and cooperate with the recesses 15 to form rectangular tube-shaped shaft holding holes 20 for holding the pivots 13 attached to both side surfaces 25 and 25 of the cover 7. 2. The rear mirror device for an automobile according to 1 or 2. 5. The mirror 6 has a mirror surface 36 on the inside surface of a substrate 9 which is in the shape of an elongated plate and has a length extending substantially over the entire width of the portion near the upper edge of the rear window 3 , and has a mirror surface 36 on the outside surface 12 of the substrate 9 . A recess 15 having a rectangular cross-sectional shape for fitting the entire pivot 13 is provided along the entire length of the board parallel to the upper edge of the board, and a flat plate-shaped recess 15 is provided on the outer surface 12 to cover the recess. A shaft holding fitting 19, which has fixing pieces 17, 17 arranged in series on both side edges of a cover piece 42, is fixed to the substrate 9 by both fixing pieces 17, 17 with the cover piece 42 covering the recess 15. 15, both side surfaces 25, 25 of the cover 7
3. A rear mirror device for an automobile according to claim 1, further comprising a shaft holding hole 20 having a rectangular tube shape for holding a pivot shaft 13 attached to the rear mirror device.