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Suzhou Heaten Machinery Industry Co., Ltd.
Founded in 2012, Suzhou Heaten is a professional metal mold design & fabrication supplier and precision part manufacturer. Heaten’s products are widely used in automotive, consumer electronics, medical and others. We focus on deep drawing, precision metal mold design and product manufacturing.
Suzhou Heaten Machinery Industry Co.,Ltd. is China Custom Angle Adjustable Car Metal Bracket Manufacturers and Angle Adjustable Car Metal Bracket Company. We have rich experience in stainless steel, aluminum, copper, iron and other materials. Our equipment includes: 30 sets of stamping precision processing equipment (110T-1000T punch press), 20 sets of mold manufacturing equipment (wire cutting machine, processing center, water mill, precision grinding, etc.) and inspection and testing equipment (hexcon coordinate, 2.5 dimensional, salt spray testing machine, etc.).
We are certified by IATF16949, ISO9001 and ISO14001. We carry out "Service, Quality" concept and people-oriented principle to meet the needs of customers.
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READ MOREThe role of seat structural components in automobile lightweighting has received increasing attention, especially in the current automobile industry, where lightweighting is considered to be one of the key factors in improving fuel efficiency, reducing emissions and improving vehicle performance. As an important component of the car, the lightweight design of the seat not only helps to reduce the weight of the entire vehicle, but also has a profound impact on environmental protection and cost-effectiveness. The following are several key roles of seat structural components in automobile lightweighting:
1. Reduce seat weight
The structural components of the seat (such as seat frame, bracket, seat base, etc.) usually use heavy steel or other traditional materials, while lightweight design uses lighter materials (such as aluminum alloy, magnesium alloy, plastic, carbon fiber composite materials, etc.). These materials can not only significantly reduce the weight of the seat itself, but also improve the overall lightweight effect of the vehicle while maintaining the strength and safety of the seat.
Aluminum alloy: Aluminum alloy is a commonly used lightweight material and is widely used in seat brackets and bases. It is about 30% lighter than traditional steel while maintaining high strength and corrosion resistance.
Plastics and composites: Injection-molded plastic parts or higher-performance carbon fiber composites can further reduce the weight of seat components, especially in the structural design of seat backs and cushions.
2. Optimize design to reduce unnecessary material use
Lightweight design is not just about selecting materials, but more importantly, optimizing the shape and structural design of components. Advanced engineering design techniques (such as finite element analysis, topology optimization design, etc.) can reduce unnecessary materials in seat components while ensuring that strength and safety are not affected. Accurate design can maximize the efficiency of material use and avoid the existence of redundant parts.
Topological optimization: Through computer-aided design (CAD) and simulation technology, the seat structure can be topologically optimized to eliminate unnecessary structural parts and retain only the necessary support and connection parts. This can significantly reduce the use of materials and weight.
3. Lightweight seat adjustment mechanism
Lightweight design of seat adjustment mechanisms (such as electric adjustment, pneumatic adjustment or manual adjustment systems) is also crucial. Electric seats usually involve components such as motors, gears, and slides. The weight and complexity of these components can be effectively reduced by using lightweight materials or simplifying the design.
Power seat slides and adjustment systems: The use of lightweight alloys, plastics and optimized mechanical designs can reduce the weight of the adjustment mechanism. At the same time, these lightweight designs do not affect the accuracy and function of the adjustment system, but may improve the smoothness and durability of seat adjustment.
4. Optimized design of seat backs and bases
The seat backs and bases are usually one of the heaviest parts of the seat. To reduce weight, manufacturers will use lightweight materials and reduce unnecessary heavy parts through design and processing technology.
Back material replacement: Modern seat back designs use more plastics and composite materials, which can not only ensure structural strength but also significantly reduce weight. The seat base can also use lighter aluminum alloys or high-strength plastics instead of traditional steel.
Multifunctional design: Some seats use multifunctional integrated designs that combine seat support and adjustment systems with seat back designs to reduce the number of parts and thus reduce weight.
5. Enhanced comfort and lightweight balance
The lightweighting of seat structural components is not only about reducing weight, but also about balancing comfort and safety. For example, the material of the seat cushion and backrest can be made of lighter foam materials to maintain comfort while reducing weight. In addition, some high-end seat designs also integrate heating, ventilation and massage functions into lightweight materials to ensure that functional diversity and comfort are retained at the same time.
6. The demand for lightweight seats in electric vehicles and autonomous driving
With the rise of electric vehicles and autonomous driving technology, the interior space and seat design are also changing. Electric vehicles usually pay more attention to the use of space and lightweight in the car, while autonomous driving cars no longer need traditional driver seats, so the seats can be more flexible, lightweight, and may adopt modular design. The lightweight seats not only reduce the weight of the car body, but also help to improve the endurance of electric vehicles.