Vehicle console, control assembly, vehicle and control method

Abstract

A vehicle console, a control assembly, a vehicle and a control method wherein the vehicle console includes a control button zone disposed in a rear row of the vehicle, the control button zone including a first button that is still operable when a vehicle key switch is in an OFF state. Through the scheme design, the requirement that people in the vehicle operate and control the vehicle in the back row is met.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of vehicle design and relates to a solution that meets the needs of passengers operating the vehicle while seated in the rear. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, with the continued rise in popularity of self-driving tours and outdoor camping, more and more consumers are choosing to spend the night in their vehicles during their trips to save on accommodation costs and enhance travel flexibility. Against this backdrop, SUVs and some sedan models, with their second-row seats that can be folded down to create a nearly flat sleeping space, have become the preferred choice for many users, significantly increasing the frequency of in-vehicle sleeping scenarios. However, the current functional layout of passenger vehicles is still centered on traditional driving and riding scenarios, and the rear area lacks dedicated control designs for sleep needs. When users fall asleep in the back seat, if they need to adjust the air conditioning temperature, switch the air conditioning mode, control the windows, or turn the interior lights on or off, they often have to get up and go to the front to operate them. This not only interrupts the continuity of sleep, but may also be inconvenient due to the dark environment or space limitations, and may even pose safety hazards. This design limitation results in a significant gap between the rear-seat sleeping experience and user expectations. As the need for overnight stays in vehicles becomes more common, consumers are increasingly demanding convenient control functions for rear-seat sleeping scenarios. Existing technology is no longer sufficient to meet users' comprehensive needs for comfort, safety, and ease of operation, and there is an urgent need for a dedicated control solution that can adapt to the rear-seat sleeping scenario. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Therefore, there is a need for a vehicle control console designed to meet the needs of passengers in the rear seats to control the vehicle.

[0004] In response, the inventor provides a vehicle control console, including a control button area located in the rear seat of the vehicle. The control button area includes a first button that is operable even when the vehicle key switch is in the OFF state.

[0005] In one embodiment of this application, the control button area includes a ventilation button and / or a door lock button and / or a trunk button. The ventilation button is used to control the opening and closing of the fan; the door lock button is used to control the opening or closing of the vehicle safety lock; and the trunk button is used to control the opening or closing of the vehicle trunk.

[0006] In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle console is located behind the second row or further back foldable seats, with the button control area only exposed when the seats are folded down.

[0007] In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle console is connected to the vehicle central control unit, and the vehicle central control unit blocks the signal from the vehicle console when the vehicle speed is greater than 0.

[0008] In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle control console is disposed on the roof of the vehicle and further includes a button indicator light, which is used to indicate the working status of the button.

[0009] A vehicle control assembly includes a roof module, the rear of which is provided with a vehicle console as described above.

[0010] In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle console is connected to the vehicle central control unit, and the vehicle central control unit blocks the signal from the vehicle console when the vehicle speed is greater than 0.

[0011] A vehicle having a vehicle control assembly as described above.

[0012] A vehicle control method includes the following steps: monitoring control signals from a vehicle control console while the vehicle key switch is in the OFF state, and responding when the control signal is detected, wherein the vehicle control console is located in the rear seat of the vehicle.

[0013] In one embodiment of this application, the control signal includes a fan switch signal, a vehicle safety lock switch signal, or a vehicle trunk switch signal; It also includes the step of receiving the vehicle speed signal from the vehicle speed sensor, and stopping responding to the control signals from the vehicle control console when the vehicle speed value is greater than zero. The process also involves using a microswitch to monitor whether the rear seats are folded down, and stopping the response to control signals from the vehicle control console when the rear seats are not folded down.

[0014] Unlike existing technologies, the above solution can ensure the high-frequency operation needs of people sleeping in the back seat by setting up a control console in the rear of the vehicle. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this specification, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings: Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the physical button described in the specific implementation method; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle control console installation location as described in the specific implementation method; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the roof module as described in the specific implementation; Figure 4This is a flowchart of the vehicle control method described in a specific implementation. Detailed Implementation

[0016] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described herein can be combined with each other.

[0017] The following detailed description is exemplary and intended to provide further detailed explanation of the invention. Unless otherwise specified, all technical terms used in this invention have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. The terminology used in this invention is for describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of exemplary embodiments according to the invention.

[0018] In the description of this application, the term "and / or" is used to describe the logical relationship between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A exists, B exists, and A and B exist simultaneously. Additionally, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the preceding and following objects have an "or" logical relationship.

[0019] In this application, terms such as “first” and “second” are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual quantity, hierarchy or order relationship between these entities or operations.

[0020] Unless otherwise specified, the use of terms such as “comprising,” “including,” “having,” or other similar expressions in this application is intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, which does not exclude the presence of additional elements in a process, method, or product that includes the stated elements, such that a process, method, or product that includes a list of elements may include not only those defined elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, or product.

[0021] As understood in the Examination Guidelines, in this application, expressions such as "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number; expressions such as "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. Furthermore, in the description of the embodiments in this application, "multiple" means two or more (including two), and similar expressions related to "multiple" are also understood in this way, such as "multiple groups" and "multiple times," unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0022] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the space-related expressions used, such as "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "vertical," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the specific embodiments or drawings. They are only for the purpose of describing the specific embodiments of this application or for the reader's understanding, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific position, a specific orientation, or be constructed or operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application.

[0023] Unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," and "setting," as used in the description of the embodiments of this application, should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral setting; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be the internal connection of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art to which this application pertains, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0024] The vehicle described in this application is a wheeled vehicle that travels on land, generally a four-wheeled vehicle, and its power source can be an internal combustion engine, a battery, or a hybrid system. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle control console, including a control button area located in the rear of the vehicle. The control button area includes a first button, which remains operable even when the vehicle key switch is in the OFF state. The rear of the vehicle can be the area behind the driver's seat; for example, in a family sedan, the rear space divided by the plane of the two B-pillars. The first button can be a physical button or a virtual button displayed on a screen. The OFF state of the vehicle key switch can indicate that the engine is off, the vehicle's infotainment system is off, or the network is in sleep mode. Existing vehicle control consoles are located on the left side or in the center of the driver's seat, and cannot be operated when in the OFF state, causing considerable inconvenience. This application, through the above-described design, addresses the need for rear-seat occupants to operate and control the vehicle.

[0025] In one embodiment of this application, the control button area includes a ventilation button and / or a door lock button and / or a trunk button. The ventilation button is used to control the opening and closing of the fan; the door lock button is used to control the opening and closing of the vehicle's safety lock; and the trunk button is used to control the opening and closing of the vehicle's trunk. Figure 1 In some of the comprehensive embodiments shown, the control button area, from front to back, includes a "one-touch ventilation" button, a "lock" button, an "unlock" button, and a "trunk" function button. The one-touch ventilation button activates the fan for air circulation, ensuring clean air inside the vehicle. It can also include a window opening button to open or close all windows with a single touch. The lock / unlock function allows control of the vehicle's security locks, ensuring the safety of valuables inside the vehicle. The trunk opening function allows occupants to enter and exit through the trunk.

[0026] In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle control console is located behind the second row or further rear foldable seats, with the button control area only exposed when the seats are folded down. Here, "exposed" means that the button control area is in a position easily accessible to rear passengers, while when the seats are not folded down, the button control area is blocked, making it difficult for users to directly touch the button controller, thus achieving the technical effect of a foolproof design to prevent accidental user touches.

[0027] In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle console is connected to the vehicle central control unit, and the vehicle central control unit blocks the signal from the vehicle console when the vehicle speed is greater than 0. This design prevents accidental touches by rear passengers while the vehicle is moving, improving vehicle safety during operation.

[0028] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 2 The vehicle control panel is located on the roof of the vehicle and includes button indicator lights to indicate the working status of the buttons. The advantage of placing it on the roof is that it is easy to find, and passengers can better understand the current operating status of the vehicle by observing the button indicator lights.

[0029] Please continue reading. Figure 3 This invention relates to a vehicle control assembly, including a roof module, with a vehicle control console as described above located at the rear of the roof module. Through the above-described design, this application effectively addresses the need for rear-seat occupants to operate and control the vehicle.

[0030] In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle console is connected to the vehicle central control unit, and the vehicle central control unit blocks the signal from the vehicle console when the vehicle speed is greater than 0. This design prevents accidental touches by rear passengers while the vehicle is moving, improving vehicle safety during operation.

[0031] A vehicle is provided with the vehicle control assembly as described above. This application, through the above-described design, solves the problem of the need for occupants in the rear seats to operate and control the vehicle.

[0032] Please continue reading below. Figure 4 A vehicle control method includes the following steps: S1, while the vehicle key switch is in the OFF state, the method remains in standby mode to monitor control signals from the vehicle control console; S2, when the control signal is detected, the method responds. The vehicle control console is located in the rear seat of the vehicle. The vehicle refers to a wheeled vehicle that travels on land, generally a four-wheeled vehicle. The vehicle's power source can be an internal combustion engine, a battery, or a hybrid system. When the vehicle key switch is in the OFF state, it indicates that the internal combustion engine vehicle is off, but operation is still maintained by battery power. The vehicle key switch being in the OFF state can also indicate that the electric vehicle is in a network idle state. The rear seat of the vehicle can be the area behind the driver's seat. For example, in a family sedan, the rear seat can be the space divided by the plane of the two B-pillars. When a signal is detected from a button in the rear seat, the method responds to the detected signal.

[0033] In one embodiment of this application, the control signals include a fan switch signal, a vehicle safety lock switch signal, or a vehicle trunk switch signal; the ventilation button is used to control the fan to open and close; the door lock button is used to control the vehicle safety lock to open or close; and the trunk button is used to control the vehicle trunk to open or close.

[0034] In some embodiments, the method further includes the step of S3 receiving a vehicle speed signal from a vehicle speed sensor and ceasing to respond to control signals from the vehicle control console when the vehicle speed value is greater than zero. This design prevents accidental activation by rear-seat passengers while the vehicle is moving, thus improving vehicle safety during operation.

[0035] The process continues with step S4, which uses a microswitch to monitor whether the rear seats are folded down. If the rear seats are not folded down, the system stops responding to control signals from the vehicle control console. This design prevents accidental activation by rear passengers while the vehicle is moving, improving vehicle safety during operation.

[0036] As is known from common technical knowledge, this invention can be implemented through other embodiments that do not depart from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the disclosed embodiments described above are merely illustrative in all respects and are not the only ones. All modifications within the scope of this invention or equivalent to the scope of this invention are included in this invention.

[0037] Those skilled in the art will understand that embodiments of the present invention can be provided as methods, systems, or computer program products. Therefore, the present invention can take the form of a completely hardware embodiment, a completely software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. Furthermore, the present invention can take the form of a computer program product embodied on one or more computer-usable storage media (including, but not limited to, disk storage, CD-ROM, optical storage, etc.) containing computer-usable program code.

[0038] This invention is described with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatus (systems), and computer program products according to embodiments of the invention. It will be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, special-purpose computer, embedded processor, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine, such that the instructions, which execute via the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, generate instructions for implementing the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 A device that provides the functions specified in one or more boxes.

[0039] These computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing device to function in a particular manner, such that the instructions stored in the computer-readable storage medium produce an article of manufacture including instruction means, which are implemented in a process Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The function specified in one or more boxes.

[0040] These computer program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer or other programmable data processing equipment to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer or other programmable equipment to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby providing instructions that execute on the computer or other programmable equipment for implementing the process. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The steps of the function specified in one or more boxes.

[0041] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and not to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can still be made to the specific implementation of the present invention. Any modifications or equivalent substitutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be covered within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle control console, characterized in that, include: A control button area, located in the rear seat of the vehicle, includes: The first button is operable even when the vehicle key switch is in the OFF position.

2. The vehicle control console according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control button area includes: A ventilation button and / or a door lock button and / or a trunk button, wherein the ventilation button is used to control the opening and closing of the fan; the door lock button is used to control the opening or closing of the vehicle's safety lock; and the trunk button is used to control the opening or closing of the vehicle's trunk.

3. The vehicle control console according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle console is located behind the second row or further back foldable seats, with the button control area only exposed when the seats are folded down.

4. The vehicle control console according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle control console is connected to the vehicle central control unit, and the vehicle central control unit blocks the signal from the vehicle control console when the vehicle speed is greater than 0.

5. The vehicle control console according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle control console is located on the roof of the vehicle and also includes button indicator lights, which are used to indicate the working status of the buttons.

6. A vehicle control assembly, characterized in that, It includes a roof module, the rear of which is provided with a vehicle control console as described in claim 1 or 2.

7. A vehicle control assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The vehicle control console is connected to the vehicle central control unit, and the vehicle central control unit blocks the signal from the vehicle control console when the vehicle speed is greater than 0.

8. A vehicle, characterized in that, The vehicle control assembly as described in any one of claims 6-7 is provided.

9. A vehicle control method, characterized in that, Includes the following steps, The system remains in standby mode to monitor control signals from the vehicle control console when the vehicle key switch is in the OFF position, and responds when the control signal is detected. The vehicle control console is located in the rear of the vehicle.

10. The vehicle control method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The control signals include fan switch signals, vehicle safety lock switch signals, or vehicle trunk switch signals; It also includes the step of receiving the vehicle speed signal from the vehicle speed sensor, and stopping responding to the control signals from the vehicle control console when the vehicle speed value is greater than zero. The process also involves using a microswitch to monitor whether the rear seats are folded down, and stopping the response to control signals from the vehicle control console when the rear seats are not folded down.

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