Armrest for an armrest and armrest with armrest

Abstract

Armrest support for an armrest (10), comprising a frame (19) which includes fastening means for fixed or movable attachment to a structure, in particular to the structure of a vehicle, wherein the frame comprises longitudinal struts (23, 24) and transverse struts (21, 22) which are connected to each other by connectors (25, 26, 27, 28), wherein different lengths of the longitudinal struts (23, 24) in the x-direction and different lengths of the transverse struts in the y-direction are possible, and wherein at least one insert (14, 15) can be attached in the frame (19), characterized in that the frame (19) has a structure (44) which is detachably engaged with a counter-structure (66a, 66b, 66c, 66d) of the insert (14), wherein the structure (44) and the counter-structure (66a, 66b, 66c, 66d) can be brought into engagement with each other in different relative positions and form an adapter device for attaching the insert (14) to the frame (19).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to an armrest for an arm support, in particular for an armrest of a vehicle.

[0002] Such an armrest is known from previous use. The armrest comprises a plastic base which may include a cup holder and a storage compartment. The base is either movable or fixed to the vehicle structure. The storage compartment can be closed with a lid. The base is also padded.

[0003] The purpose of the invention was to create an armrest that is designed in such a way that it can be easily adapted to different uses by changing the size and optionally being equipped with a drink holder and / or storage compartment and / or lid.

[0004] The problem is solved by an armrest having the features of claim 1.

[0005] The armrest comprises a frame which is mounted either immovably or movably on a structure. The structure is, for example, a structure fixed within the vehicle. The frame may, for example, be pivotally mounted on the structure. The frame comprises longitudinal and transverse struts which are connected to each other by connectors. The frame comprises at least one type of connector which can be connected to at least one longitudinal strut from a set of longitudinal struts of different lengths and / or to at least one transverse strut selected from a set of transverse struts of different lengths.

[0006] In this way, armrests of different lengths but the same width can be produced simply by exchanging the longitudinal struts. By exchanging only the transverse struts, armrests of the same length but different widths can be produced. Furthermore, the length and width dimensions can be changed by exchanging the longitudinal and transverse struts. The longitudinal and transverse struts from each set can be freely combined.

[0007] This method allows for the production of armrests with varying lengths and widths, while the other parts of the armrest remain essentially unchanged. This reduces the need for parts inventory.

[0008] The frame can accommodate at least one insert. This insert could, for example, have a support surface and / or at least a drink holder and / or at least one storage compartment.

[0009] The problem is also solved with the features of claim 3.

[0010] The armrest support comprises a frame which has fastening means for fixed or movable attachment to a structure, in particular to the structure of a vehicle, according to the first aspect of the invention. In this case, too, the frame comprises longitudinal and transverse struts which are connected to one another by connectors.

[0011] At least one insert can be attached to the frame. The frame has at least one structure that is detachably engaged with at least one counter-structure of the insert, wherein the structure and the counter-structure can be engaged with each other in different relative positions and form an adapter device for attaching the insert to the frame, regardless of the shape, i.e., the length and width dimensions of the frame.

[0012] The structure has, for example, a plurality of lamellae, and the counter-structure has at least one lamella. Alternatively, the structure has at least one lamella, and the counter-structure has a plurality of lamellae arranged parallel to each other and spaced apart from one another. The lamellae of the structure can engage with the lamellae of the counter-structure in different relative positions by nesting the lamellae of the structure and the lamellae of the counter-structure within each other, or in other words, by placing the lamella of the counter-structure in a space between two lamellae of the structure and holding it in place.

[0013] Through the interaction of the structure and the counter-structure, different relative positions between the frame and the insert can be set and fixed. When the structure engages with the counter-structure in the defined direction, the insert can no longer move relative to the frame. In this way, despite differences in frame length in the X and / or Y directions, the insert can be securely held in position.

[0014] The following embodiments relate to both the first and second aspects of the invention. According to one embodiment, the connector is provided with at least two insertion slots, each of which can accommodate a strut. The insertion slots can be designed to receive a specific cross-sectional shape of a strut, or alternatively or additionally, such that a first insertion slot is designed to receive a first cross-sectional shape and at least a second insertion slot is designed to receive a second cross-sectional shape of a strut. In a simple embodiment, all longitudinal and transverse struts have the same cross-sectional shape, and the insertion slots of all connectors are designed accordingly to receive a specific cross-sectional shape. For example, two or three insertion slots are provided on the connectors. However, several insertion slots can also be provided on one connector.

[0015] According to one embodiment, at least one connector is designed with an axle extension or a seat for mounting an axle element. If the armrest is pivotally mounted on a vehicle structure, means are required to define a pivot axis. For this purpose, first axle means must be provided on the armrest and second axle means associated with the vehicle structure. The first axle means comprise, for example, a pin whose longitudinal center axis is, for example, transverse to the longitudinal direction of the armrest. A seat for attaching the axle means can be provided on at least one type of connector. The connector may, for example, have recesses for receiving the pin. Alternatively, the pin can be integrally formed on the connector. Alternatively, the pin can also be integrally formed or attached to the vehicle structure.

[0016] According to one embodiment, at least one insert can be attached to the frame. The insert can be, for example, a cup holder, a storage compartment, or a placeholder that, for example, at least partially defines the shape of the outer surface of the armrest.

[0017] The size of at least one component, for example, is constant. This further minimizes the need for parts inventory.

[0018] The insert can be stored on the frame, for example by means of an adapter device, independently of the longitudinal and transverse dimensions of the frame, wherein the frame, in particular the connector, has a structure that can be engaged with a counter-structure of the insert.

[0019] ZB has at least one insert with a collar which is provided with contact surfaces that interact with opposing surfaces of the frame.

[0020] Alternatively or additionally, the adapter device may, for example, have at least one web or wall that can engage with a lamellar structure comprising several walls. The walls of the lamellar structure are, for example, parallel to each other. In this embodiment, the web may, for example, widen in a V-shape opposite the insertion direction. According to an alternative, the walls may be designed such that the spaces between the walls narrow in a V-shape in the insertion direction of the web. For example, the insert may have the web and the frame the lamellar structure. Alternatively or additionally, the insert may have the lamellar structure and the frame the web.

[0021] The armrest, for example, has a locking device for securing the insert to the frame, comprising a first locking element associated with the insert and a second locking element associated with the frame. The locking device allows the insert to be attached to the frame directly or indirectly.

[0022] Furthermore, the invention relates to an armrest for a seat, in particular for a vehicle seat. The armrest comprises a fixed structure, such as a holder. The armrest is movable, in particular pivotable, or fixedly mounted on the fixed structure. The armrest is an armrest according to the first aspect of the invention. Regarding the advantages, reference is made to the first aspect of the invention to avoid repetition.

[0023] Further advantages become apparent from the description of an exemplary embodiment schematically illustrated in the figures. The figures show: Fig. 1. A top view of the armrest in the use position, Fig. 2a an exploded view of the armrest, Fig. 2b a section view according to section line F in Fig. 2a, Fig. 3 an exploded view of an armrest frame, Fig. 4 a side view of the armrest in a non-use position, with a use position indicated, Fig. 5 a sectional view of the armrest according to the section line A - A in Fig. 1, wherein the armrest is located in the Fig. 2 is in the non-used position shown, Fig. 6. A section view according to the section line B - B in Fig. 1, Fig. 7 a section view according to the section line C - C in Fig. 6, Fig. 8 a top view of an end area of ​​the armrest, showing only part of the frame and a beverage insert, Fig. 9 a section view according to the section line D - D in Fig. 8, and Fig. 10 a section view according to the section line E - E in Fig. 8,

[0024] The armrest as a whole is shown in the figure with the reference numeral . 10 The same reference symbols in the different figures denote corresponding features, even if lowercase letters are appended or omitted.

[0025] In Fig. Figure 1 is a top view of the armrest. 10 shown. It includes a base 11 , from which in Fig. 1 only storage arrangements 49a and 49b are shown. The basis 11 It represents a fixed structure that is stationary or, for example, permanently attached to a vehicle. Furthermore, it is an armrest.12 includes, which is pivotally mounted about a pivot axis a. The armrest 12 is equipped with a recording device 13 provided, which in the present embodiment inserts 14 and 15 includes. In the deployment 15 For example, an admissions subject is trained, which is in Fig. 1 is not recognizable because it is covered by a lid 16 is closed. The lid 16 forms an armrest surface 20 out. Furthermore, the deployment 15 a recess 33 trained, which are used 14 is concealed, whereby the use 14 in the recess 33 recorded and a border 74 the recess 33 extends.

[0026] In the operation 14 is a deepening 17 molded in, which two brackets 73a and 73b designed to hold beverage containers. The depression17 is a free end area 34 the armrest 12 Facing towards. At one of the free end areas 34 opposite end 35 the armrest 12 is the armrest 12 at the base 11 stored.

[0027] In the exploded view according to Fig. 2. It is evident that the armrest 10 a frame 19 , the deployments 14 and 15 , a storage device 36 with storage arrangements 49a and 49b , the lid 16 as well as a foam body 37 and an aperture 38 includes.

[0028] An exploded view of the frame 19 is in Fig. 3 shown. The frame 19 points to footbridges 21 , and 22 as well as 23 and 24 up. The footbridges 21 , 22are selected from an initial set of bridges with varying bridge lengths. The bridges 23 and 24 are selected from a second set of bridges with different bridge lengths. The bridge 22 is connected to connectors 25 and 26 fastened and the bridge 21 is connected to connectors 27 and 28 fastened. The bridge 23 is at the connectors 25 and 27 and the footbridge 24 at the connectors 26 and 28 attached.

[0029] In the present embodiment, the fastening is achieved by means of a screw. 39 through an opening in the respective connector 25 , 26 , 27 or 28 It is guided and screwed into the bridge. Alternatively, any other conceivable form-fit, force-fit, or material-fit fastening can be used.

[0030] As an alternative to the depicted design, at least one pair of the bridge pairs could be used. 21 and 22 / 23 and 24 have different lengths. The connectors 25 , 26 , 27 and 28 are suitable for all frame sizes 19 always formed in the same way. In this way, armrests of different sizes can be produced with just a few parts, differing in their length and / or width dimensions.

[0031] The connectors 25 , 26 , 27 and 28 each has two plug-in seats 30 provided into which end areas 75 the footbridges 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 are pluggable. The pluggable seats 30 each connector 25 , 26 , 27 and 28 are formed at a 90° angle to each other. If the end area75 in the intended position in the plug socket 30 is located, it is secured by means of the screw 39 in its position relative to the plug seat 30 held and prevented from moving out of the plug seat 30 to move out.

[0032] The connector 25 forms an advantage 40 and the connector 26 forms an advantage 41 out. The advantages 40 and 41 are for holding and stabilizing the inserts 14 and 15 planned. The projections 40 and 41 Each includes a bar seat 42 which a pole 29 in the fully assembled frame 19 records. Furthermore, there is a lead in every 40 , 41 a structure 44 formed, which consists of several spaced-apart, rigid lamellae extending in the Z-direction. 43 exhibits.

[0033] In one area 71 of the connector 25 (see e.g. Fig. 8) and an area 72 of the connector 26 is also each a structure 44 trained. The structure 44 of the lead 40 and the structure 44 of the area 71 are facing each other and regarding the recess 33 arranged opposite each other. The structure is similarly 44 of the lead 41 and the structure 44 of the area 72 facing each other and with regard to the recess 33 arranged opposite each other.

[0034] In the Fig. 2 and Fig. 7 to Fig. 9 it is evident that the deployment 14 with four counter-structures 66a , 66b , 66c and 66d is provided with, in the present embodiment, a vertical rib. Each counter-structure66c and 66d applies according to Fig. 9 between two slats 43 the structure 44 and thus position the deployment 14 regarding the direction y. The counter-structures 66a until 66d can in this way by a movement in the direction of the Z-axis according to Fig. 9 with the respective structures 44 be intervened and resolved.

[0035] In the connector 27 (see Fig. 3) is a seat for a stop element 31a and in the connector 28 is a seat for a stop element 31b trained. Each stop element 31a and 31b includes a flange 32 as well as one of the flange 32 excellent pen 45 The stop elements 31a and 31b They are mirror images of each other. When assembled, the pin extends through. 45 of the stop element 31aa through hole 46 (in Fig. 3 not recognizable) in the connector 27 and the pen 45 of the stop element 31b A through hole extends through it. 46 in the connector 28 and protrudes laterally outwards. The stop elements 31a and 31b are part of the storage device 36 .

[0036] At the connector 28 It also has an axle mounting hole. 47 for receiving an axle pin 48 trained, who e.g. in Fig. 2 is recognizable. Similarly, the connector 27 an axle mounting hole 47 for receiving an axle pin 48 trained.

[0037] According to Fig. 2b includes the storage device 36 on both sides of the armrest 12 arranged storage configurations 49a and 49b Each of the storage arrangements 49a and 49bincludes a set piece 50 , which in this embodiment is made of sheet metal, a mask 51 , the axle pin 48 as well as a cover 52a or 52b .

[0038] The axle pin 48 a through-opening extends 53 the mask 51 as well as a passageway 54 of the scenery part 50a or 50b and engages the axle mounting hole 47 of the respective connector 27 or 28 one. The axle pin 48 and the axle mounting hole 47 In this way, they define the pivot axis a.

[0039] The one eccentric to the axle mounting hole 47 arranged pen 45 a slotted hole extends through 55 in the scenery part 50a or 50b as well as a slotted hole 56 in the mask 51 The elongated holes 55 and 56form a backdrop with which the swivel radius of the armrest 12 is determined. The elongated hole 55 specifies the maximum swivel radius of the armrest 12 the armrest 10 in front. The scenery part 50a or 50b is designed the same way in all armrest variants. With the one in the mask 51 trained Lanloch 56 The end positions of the swivel path of the armrest of the respective variant of the armrest are defined. 10 fixed. The mask 51 A set of different masks is used for each armrest variant. 51 selected in which the swivel angle is determined by the length and position of the elongated hole 56 relative to fasteners used to secure the mask 51 The parts of the scenery that serve this purpose vary. The end positions of the armrest 12 result from the impact of the pen 45 at a first end area 57and a second end area 58 of the elongated hole 56 The cover 52 prevents contact with the moving parts of the respective bearing arrangement 49a and 49b and forms an aperture that obscures the view of the parts 45 , 48 , 50 and 51 shields the bearing arrangement.

[0040] The lid 16 includes a lid base 59 , a foam part 60 and a lidded bowl 61 The foam part 60 and the lid base 59 are in the lid tray 61 inserted and attached, e.g. glued or screwed, so that the parts 59 , 60 and 61 form a building unit.

[0041] The deployment 15 includes protrusions 62a , 62b and 62c , each containing a bore, wherein the bores of the projections 62a , 62b and62c aligned with each other. At the base of the lid 59 The projections, not shown, are formed with bores. The pivot pin is used for pivoting. 63a through the drilling of the projection 62a , through a projection of the lid base 59 and into the bore 62b inserted. The hinge pin is inserted in the same way. 63b through the drilling of the projection 62c , by a second projection of the lid base 59 and into the bore 62b inserted.

[0042] In Fig. 2 is an inertia bar 70 It is noticeable which armrest is affected by strong acceleration. 12 another movement of the armrest 12 prevented.

[0043] The lid base 59 features initial locking devices 64 on, which are equipped with secondary locking mechanisms 65 the deployment 15They can be loosely engaged to remove the lid. 16 , with which the deepening 18 It is lockable, allowing it to be locked or unlocked in the closed position. After unlocking, the lid can be... 16 The lid can be pivoted in the direction of w1 into an open position, which is not shown in the figure. From the open position, the lid can be... 16 according to Fig. 4 in the direction of w2 into a closed position.

[0044] Out of Fig. 4 It is also evident that the armrest 12 relative to the storage arrangements 49a and 49b It can be swivelled in directions u1 and u2.

[0045] The assembly of the armrest 10 The process is carried out as follows. After the bridges 21 , 22 , 23 and 24 Once the desired size has been selected from the respective set of bridges, the bridges are attached to the connectors. 25 ,26 , 27 and 28 mounted and secured with a screw 39 attached to each other. The pole is also attached if necessary. 29 mounted. The pole 14 It could, for example, be omitted if the armrest is not used. 14 should exhibit.

[0046] The lid, pre-assembled as described above 16 will be involved in the operation 15 attached.

[0047] The deployments will then be 15 and 14 on the frame 19 assembled, with the initial use 15 , which the structures 67 exhibits corresponding structures that are not shown, with the bridge 21 is brought into action. Subsequently, locking lugs are 76 with rest shots 77 Intervened and locked in place.

[0048] The deployment 14 It is mounted using C-shaped support structures. 67the deployment 14 with the bridge 22 be intervened and a holding structure 68 with the pole 29 is locked in place so that the bar 29 in a recess 69 the support structure 68 is arranged.

[0049] To adjust the use in the X-direction on the frame 19 to fix any counter-structure 66a , 66b , 66c and 66d with one of the structures 44 brought into play, whereby the insertion is positioned between two lamellae. 43 It is arranged so that it is centered between the connectors with respect to its X-orientation. 25 and 26 is fixed (see the Fig. 8 and Fig. 9).

[0050] In an alternative design of the frame 19 , in which the bridges 21 and 22 exhibiting the greatest width, the counter-structures would 66c and 66din the structures 44 to take a position that is accompanied by 66c' and 66d` is designated.

[0051] The foam body is then 37 and the aperture 38 Assembled. The fully assembled armrest. 12 will then be used with the storage device 36 at the base 11 attached to the vehicle.

Claims

[1] Armrest (12) for an armrest (10), comprising a frame (19) which includes fastening means for fixed or movable attachment to a structure, in particular to the structure of a vehicle, wherein the frame comprises longitudinal struts (23, 24) and transverse struts (21, 22) which are connected to each other by connectors (25, 26, 27, 28), characterized by , that at least one first type of connector is provided which can be connected to at least one longitudinal strut (23, 24) selected from a set of longitudinal struts of different lengths, and / or to at least one transverse strut (21, 22) selected from a set of transverse struts of different lengths. [2] Armrest according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one insert (14, 15) can be attached to the frame (19). [3] Armrest according to the preamble of claim 1, wherein at least one insert (14, 15) can be attached in the frame (19), characterized by, that the frame (19) has a structure (44) which is detachably engaged with a counter-structure (66a, 66b, 66c, 66d) of the insert (14), wherein the structure (44) and the counter-structure (66a, 66b, 66c, 66d) can be engaged with each other in different relative positions and form an adapter device for attaching the insert (14) to the frame (19), regardless of the shape of the frame (19). [4] Armrest according to claim 3, characterized by , that the structure (44) has a plurality of parallel, spaced-apart lamellae (43) and the counter-structure (66) comprises at least one lamella (43) or that the structure has at least one lamella and the counter-structure has a plurality of parallel, spaced-apart lamellae. [5] Armrest according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the connector (25, 26, 27, 28) is provided with at least two plug seats (30), wherein at least one longitudinal strut (23, 24) and / or one transverse strut (21, 22) can be inserted into the plug seat (30). [6] Armrest according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one connector (25, 26, 27, 28) is designed with an axle extension or with a seat (47) for mounting an axle element (48). [7] Armrest according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the size of the insert (14, 15) is constant and that the insert (14, 15) has first adapter means which can be engaged with second adapter means of the frame (19) and an adapter device for storage on the frame (19) regardless of its longitudinal and transverse dimensions. [8] Armrest according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that a locking device is provided for locking the insert (14, 15) to the frame (19), which comprises first locking means of the insert (14) and second locking means of the frame (19). [9] Armrest according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the insert (14, 15) includes at least one receiving compartment and that at least one receiving compartment can be closed by means of a cover (16). [10] Armrest (10) with an arm support (12) according to one of the preceding claims. [11] Armrest according to claim 10, characterized by , that the frame (19) is pivotably mounted on the base and has a device for limiting the pivoting path, comprising first limiting means associated with the frame and second limiting means associated with the base. [12] Armrest according to claim 10 or 11, characterized by, that one limiting means are formed by a pin and the other limiting means are formed by a cam mechanism, wherein the movement of the pin is limited by end regions of the cam mechanism and that the cam mechanism has a cam part on which a seat for attaching a mask is formed and wherein the mask defines the end regions. [13] Armrest according to claim 10 or 11, characterized by , that one mask can be selected from a set of different masks and attached to the scenery piece.

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