Seat and cargo module quick attachment method

Abstract

This disclosure provides a "quick attachment method for seat and cargo modules". A vehicle module attachment assembly includes: a vehicle compartment module having a stud including a foot. A locking device is slidably coupled to the stud. A slot is formed in the compartment floor, the slot including a first recess and a second recess configured to retain the foot. The locking device is adjusted between an unlocked position and a locked position, in which the stud is slidable between the first recess and the second recess, and in the locked position, the stud is held in the second recess.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure generally relates to the internal capabilities of a vehicle, and more specifically to a quick attachment method and assembly for a vehicle compartment module. Background Technology

[0002] To improve load-bearing capacity and passenger comfort, vehicles can be equipped with various compartment modules configured to enable alternative load-bearing configurations within the vehicle compartment. However, current vehicle configurations offer limited diversity and interchangeability in terms of vehicle compartments. Furthermore, switching modules or seat configurations within a vehicle compartment is typically laborious and time-consuming. Therefore, it would be beneficial to customize vehicle compartments to optimize the diversity and interchangeability offered by providing quick-attach assemblies for vehicle compartment modules. This disclosure aims to address this need. Summary of the Invention

[0003] According to one aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle module attachment assembly includes a vehicle compartment module having a stud including a foot. A locking device is slidably coupled to the stud. A slot is formed in the compartment floor, the slot including a first recess and a second recess configured to retain the foot. The locking device is adjusted between an unlocked position and a locked position, in which the stud is slidable between the first recess and the second recess, and in the locked position, the stud is held in the second recess.

[0004] Embodiments of the first aspect of this disclosure may include any one or a combination of the following features:

[0005] • The second groove is configured to prevent the leg from vertically displacing from the slot when the leg is held in the second groove;

[0006] The diameter of the first groove is larger than the diameter of the second groove;

[0007] The diameter of the support leg is greater than the diameter of the second groove, and the diameter of the stud is less than the diameter of the second groove;

[0008] • The first and second grooves include a T-shaped slot, and the leg is configured to slide between the first and second grooves within the T-shaped slot;

[0009] • The cabin module is a seat assembly module;

[0010] • A plurality of slots are formed in the cabin floor, the plurality of slots forming an array;

[0011] The locking device includes a handle configured to allow a user to slide the outrigger around the bolt; and

[0012] The stud includes a stop configured to prevent the leg from shifting out of the locked position.

[0013] According to another aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle module attachment assembly includes a plurality of vehicle compartment modules removably attached to a compartment floor at a plurality of slots including a first recess and a second recess. Each of the plurality of modules includes a stud that is insertable into the first recess and movable into the second recess to vertically retain the stud. A locking device is coupled to the stud. The locking device is slidable to a locked position to horizontally retain the stud.

[0014] Embodiments of the second aspect of this disclosure may include any one or a combination of the following features:

[0015] Each of the slots includes a T-shaped slot;

[0016] • At least one of the plurality of vehicle compartment modules includes a seat assembly module;

[0017] • The plurality of slots includes an array disposed on the cabin floor; and

[0018] The locking device is configured to prevent the stud from slipping into the first groove.

[0019] According to another aspect of this disclosure, a method of retaining an interior vehicle module includes inserting a stud of the module, which has legs, into a first recess in a compartment floor slot. The stud slides from the first recess into a second recess in the slot, thereby preventing vertical displacement of the stud. A locking device is engaged with the stud entering the first recess, thereby preventing the stud from sliding into the first recess.

[0020] Embodiments of the third aspect of this disclosure may include any one or a combination of the following features:

[0021] • Seat assembly module;

[0022] • Lock the locking device in the first groove;

[0023] • The support leg is slidably connected to the stud;

[0024] The slot includes a T-shaped slot, and the leg is configured to slide within the T-shaped slot; and

[0025] • To prevent the module from shifting out of the slot.

[0026] These and other aspects, objectives, and features of this disclosure will be understood and appreciated by those skilled in the art after studying the following specification, claims, and drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0027] In the attached diagram:

[0028] Figure 1 It is a perspective view of the vehicle compartment, including the vehicle module attachment assembly.

[0029] Figure 2 A slot for a vehicle module attachment assembly is shown, the slot being formed in the vehicle cabin floor and including a removable plug for concealing the slot;

[0030] Figure 3A A vehicle compartment module including studs for attaching the vehicle module to the slot is shown;

[0031] Figure 3B The pins of the vehicle compartment module inserted into the first recess of the slot are shown;

[0032] Figure 3C The pins holding the vehicle compartment module within the second recess of the slot are shown;

[0033] Figure 3D A pin held within a second groove and a locking device are shown, the locking device being fixed in a locked position to prevent the pin from shifting vertically or translatively;

[0034] Figure 4A It is a perspective view of the vehicle compartment, including the vehicle seat assembly module and the cargo retainer module, which are connected to the vehicle module attachment assembly.

[0035] Figure 4B It is a perspective view of the vehicle cabin, including the vehicle seat assembly module and the cabin furniture module; and

[0036] Figure 5 This is a block diagram of a method for installing a vehicle compartment module into the vehicle module retainer assembly disclosed herein. Detailed Implementation

[0037] For the purposes of this description, the terms “up,” “down,” “right,” “left,” “back,” “front,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” “inner,” “outer,” and their derivatives should be used in accordance with… Figure 1This disclosure is intended to be associated with the present disclosure in that orientation. However, it should be understood that various alternative orientations may be adopted in this disclosure unless expressly stated to the contrary. It should also be understood that the specific apparatus and processes shown in the accompanying drawings and described in the following specification are merely exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept defined in the appended claims. Therefore, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein should not be considered limiting unless expressly stated otherwise in the claims.

[0038] The following disclosure describes a vehicle module attachment assembly. The vehicle module attachment assembly is adapted to attach various vehicle modules to the cabin floor. In some cases, the vehicle module may include a removable seat assembly, or alternatively, a cargo retainer module. The vehicle module attachment assembly includes a plurality of slots formed within the cabin floor. Each vehicle module may be equipped with at least one stud configured to attach the module to the cabin floor. The stud may be removably engaged with one of the plurality of slots to retain the vehicle module to the cabin floor. Furthermore, a locking device may be configured to adjust between a locked position and an unlocked position to prevent the stud from disengaging from the cabin floor. In this way, the vehicle cabin can be quickly modified to include additional or alternative seat and / or cargo configurations. Alternatively, the seat and / or cargo configurations can be quickly removed to make room for additional cargo or to include alternative cabin modules that may benefit passenger comfort or experience.

[0039] refer to Figure 1 The diagram illustrates a vehicle module attachment assembly 1 within a vehicle compartment 2. The vehicle module attachment assembly 1 includes a plurality of slots 10 formed in the compartment floor 3. Each of the plurality of slots 10 can be positioned equidistantly to form an array along the compartment floor 3. The array of slots 10 extends from the front 4 to the rear 5 of the vehicle compartment 2, and from the driver's side wall 6 to the passenger side wall 7 of the vehicle compartment 2. The slots 10 can be distributed in rows and columns along the compartment floor 3. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the distance between each of the plurality of slots 10 can vary depending on the intended use of the vehicle and / or the requirements of the vehicle module. As will be discussed in more detail below, each of the plurality of slots 10 is configured to secure a vehicle module to the compartment floor 3. Reference Figure 4A and Figure 4B Further examples of vehicle modules are discussed. Additionally, each module is equipped with a stud that can be removably attached to slot 10 to facilitate rapid attachment of various vehicle modules.

[0040] refer to Figure 2Each of the plurality of slots 10 defines a recessed portion of the cabin floor 3. Each slot 10 may typically be configured as a T-shaped slot including a first recess 20 and a second recess 21. Each slot 10 includes a first diameter D1 defining the width of the first recess 20 and a second diameter D2 defining the width of the second recess 21. The first diameter D1 may be wider than the second diameter D2. Furthermore, each slot 10 may include a channel 30 extending below the first recess 20 and the second recess 21, wherein the surface of the channel 30 defines a slot base plate 33. The channel 30 may include a first portion 31 located below the first recess 20 and a second portion 32 located below the second recess 21. Furthermore, the width of the channel 30 may be at least equal to the diameter of the first recess 20. A first bowed ledge 24 and a second bowed ledge 25 may define the periphery of the second recess 21 and may be configured to partially enclose the channel 30 below the second recess 21. As will be discussed below, the shape and configuration of the slots 10 may vary depending on vehicle cabin requirements and the intended configuration of the vehicle modules.

[0041] Continue to refer to Figure 2 Each of the plurality of slots 10 may be configured to receive a removable plug 40, which is concealed along the slot 10 of the cabin floor 3. The plug 40 may include a tab 41 to assist in removing the plug 40 from the slot 10. The top surface 42 of the plug 40 may be configured to be flush with the cabin floor 3 to form a horizontal surface when the plug 40 is inserted into the slot 10. Thus, the plug 40 may be configured to conceal the slot 10 to prevent any obstruction to passengers caused by the slot 10 in the absence of the plug 40. That is, the slot 10 may be concealed by a sliding cover integral with the cabin floor 3, or alternatively, by a floor mat configured to conceal the plurality of slots along the surface of the cabin floor 3.

[0042] refer to Figures 3A to 3D Each vehicle module 100 is configured to be secured to the cabin floor 3 via at least one of a plurality of slots 10. The vehicle module 100 may include at least one stud 50 extending downward from the module frame 101. The stud 50 may include a longitudinal shaft 51 having an annular foot 52 projecting from the lower end of the shaft 51. The upper surface 55 of the annular foot 52 may form a lip 53 around the longitudinal shaft 51. The vehicle module 100 may be lowered such that the annular foot 52 can be inserted into a first recess 20 of the slot 10. A first portion 31 of the channel 30 may be configured to receive the annular foot 52, and the bottom surface 54 of the annular foot 52 may frictionally engage with the slot base plate 33. Figure 3B Therefore, the diameter of the annular support 52 can be smaller than the diameter of the first groove 20.

[0043] The stud 50 is slidably translatable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the first portion 31 of the channel 30 can accommodate the annular support leg 52, and the stud 50 can be removed from the first recess 20 in response to an upward force applied to the vehicle module 100. Figure 3B The force applied to the stud 50 along the direction of the second groove 21 can cause the annular support 52 to slide within the channel 30 toward the second portion 32 of the channel 30, where it can be held in the second position. Figure 3C Therefore, the diameter of the longitudinal axis 51 can be smaller than the diameter of the second groove 21, so that the stud 50 can slide from the first position to the second position. Furthermore, the diameter of the annular support 52 can be larger than the diameter of the second groove 21. Therefore, when the stud 50 is in the second position ( Figure 3C When the ring foot 52 is in motion, the upper surface 55 of the ring foot 52 can be frictionally engaged with the bottom surface of the first arched lug 24 and the second arched lug 25.

[0044] When the pin 50 is held within the second groove 21, the first and second arched lugs 24 and 25 of the second groove 21 prevent vertical displacement of the annular support leg 52. This prevention of vertical displacement of the annular support leg 52 ensures that the vehicle module 100 remains connected to the cabin floor 3. The pin 50 can then be moved from the second position to the first position to allow the vehicle module 100 to be disengaged from the cabin floor 3. Moving from the second position to the first position may require a force applied to the pin 50 or the vehicle module 100 along the direction of the first groove 20 to return the pin 50 to the first position. Therefore, once the pin 50 has been adjusted back to the first position ( Figure 3B This allows the user to freely remove the stud 50 from the cabin floor 3. Although the annular foot 52 is shown as an annular member, it can also embody an alternative design that allows it to be held by the slot 10. For example, the annular foot 52 may include a first flange and a second flange (not shown) projecting from the bottom of the longitudinal axis 51. The top surfaces of the first flange and the second flange may be configured to frictionally engage with the first arched lug 24 and the second arched lug 25 to prevent vertical displacement of the stud 50.

[0045] Continue to refer to Figures 3A to 3D The locking device 60 can be slidably coupled to the pin 50. The locking device 60 may include a slide rail 61 that can be slidably engaged with the shaft 51, thereby allowing the locking device 60 to slide vertically about the pin 50. A handle 62 can be mounted to the slide rail 61 and includes a lower portion defining a base 63 of the locking device. The locking device 60 can be adjusted between a locked position and an unlocked position. When in the unlocked position, the locking device 60 can be raised above the slot 10, and the pin 50 can be configured to move between a first position and a second position. Figure 3COnce the pin 50 has been adjusted to the second position, the locking device 60 can be manually or electronically lowered into the locked position. When the pin 50 is in the second position, the first recess 20 can be configured to receive the locking device base 63 once the locking device 60 has lowered. Once the locking device base 63 has lowered into the first recess 20 of the channel 30, the pin 50 can be held in the second position, and the locking device 60 can be configured to prevent translational movement of the pin 50. Figure 3D When in the locked position, the pin 50 is prevented from translating and moving vertically, and the pin 50 is held within the slot 10. To remove the pin 50 from the slot 10 and separate the vehicle module 100 from the cabin floor 3, the locking device 60 can be actuated from the locked position back to the unlocked position. Once the locking device 60 is actuated to the unlocked position, the pin 50 can be moved into the first position and removed from the slot 10. The handle 62 can be configured to assist a user in adjusting the locking device 60 between the locked and unlocked positions.

[0046] Additional or alternative designs and / or dimensions of the slots are anticipated. For example, the first and second recesses may be wider or less wide, depending on the durability of the cabin floor and its ability to withstand the impact forces of the vehicle cabin modules. Although slots are typically depicted as pill-shaped slots formed within the cabin floor, they may also include different configurations, as long as the slots are capable of holding the vehicle modules to the cabin floor. Furthermore, slots may be adapted to be raised off the vehicle floor (not shown) rather than formed within the cabin floor itself.

[0047] Still referencing Figures 3A to 3D The locking device 60 can be operatively coupled to an electronic actuator 70, which is configured to adjust the locking device 60 between an unlocked position and a locked position. The electronic actuator 70 can be electronically coupled to a vehicle control panel, which is configured to send signals to the electronic actuator 70. These signals can be configured to control the actuator 70 to adjust the locking device 60 from a locked position to an unlocked position and vice versa. Vehicle occupants can initiate a locking or unlocking control sequence via the control panel to send signals to the actuator 70 to lock or unlock the locking device 60.

[0048] Additionally, the locking device 60 may include a stop 64 and / or a locking feature to hold the locking device 60 in a locked or unlocked position. The locking device 60 may include a hollow cutout 65 within the handle 62. The stop 64 may be adapted as a recess near the slide rail 61, the recess being configured to prevent the slide rail 61 from sliding around the stud 50 by frictional engagement with the upper surface 66 or the bottom surface 67 of the cutout 65.

[0049] refer to Figure 4A and Figure 4B The vehicle module attachment assembly 1 can be configured to allow various vehicle compartment modules to be attached to the compartment floor 3. In one embodiment, the vehicle module 100 may include a seat assembly module 110. The seat assembly module 110 may be configured to accommodate one or more passengers within the vehicle. Alternatively, the vehicle module attachment assembly 1 may also be able to attach a cargo storage module 120 to the compartment floor 3 and / or attach a compartment furniture module 130 to enhance the passenger experience within the vehicle. Furthermore, a floor mat 140 may be placed on the compartment floor 3 and configured to conceal at least a portion of the plurality of slots 10. Additional or alternative designs and / or configurations of the vehicle module are contemplated. For example, the vehicle module may include various attachment assemblies configured to hold various cargo items. Additionally, the vehicle module may include an entertainment module that may be electronically coupled to the vehicle via the compartment floor. Furthermore, the vehicle module may include any suitable configurations adapted to enhance the vehicle compartment capabilities.

[0050] refer to Figure 5 A method 200 for holding a vehicle module 100 to a cabin floor 3 is shown, the method including steps 201, 202, and 203. Method 200 may include a first step 201 of inserting a stud 50 into a first recess 20 of a slot 10. During step 201, an annular support 52 may be inserted into the first recess 20 of the slot 10, where it may then be received by a first portion 31 of a channel 30. Once inserted into the channel 30, the stud 50 may slide freely between a first position and a second position. Step 202 may include sliding the stud 50 from the first recess 20 into a second recess 21 of the slot 10. During step 202, the annular support 52 may slide from the first portion 31 of the channel 30 to the second portion 32 of the channel 30. The second recess 21 of the slot 10 may be configured to prevent vertical displacement of the stud 50 by frictional engagement with the upper surface 55 of the annular support 52. At step 203, the locking device 60 can be adjusted into the first groove 20 to prevent the pin 50 from slipping into the first groove 20. Furthermore, upon completion of step 203, the pin 50 can be held vertically and translatably. Therefore, separation of the pin 50 from the slot 10 is prevented.

[0051] Therefore, this disclosure advantageously provides a vehicle module attachment assembly and mounting method. The vehicle module attachment assembly may include a vehicle compartment module including a stud with a foot. A locking device may be slidably coupled to the stud. A slot may be formed in the compartment floor and may include a first recess and a second recess configured to retain the foot. The locking device is adjustable between an unlocked position and a locked position, in which the stud can slide between the first and second recesses, and in the locked position, the stud can be held in the second recess. The diameter of the first recess may be wider than the diameter of the second recess. The second recess may be configured to prevent vertical displacement of the foot from the slot when the foot is held in the second recess, and the locking device may be configured to prevent translational displacement of the stud when the locking device is in the locked position.

[0052] Modifications to this disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art and to those who understand or use this disclosure. Therefore, it should be understood that the embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings and described above are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure, which is defined by the following claims as interpreted in accordance with the principles of patent law including the doctrine of equivalents.

[0053] Those skilled in the art will understand that the disclosed construction and other components are not limited to any specific material. Unless otherwise stated herein, other exemplary embodiments of this disclosure may be formed from a variety of materials.

[0054] For the purposes of this disclosure, the term "connection" (in all its forms: link, linked, connected, etc.) generally means that two components (electrical or mechanical) are directly or indirectly connected to each other. Such a connection may be fixed in nature or movable in nature. Such a connection may be achieved using two components (electrical or mechanical), and any additional intermediate component may form a single unit with or between the two components. Unless otherwise stated, such a connection may be permanent in nature, or may be removable or detachable in nature.

[0055] It is equally important to note that the construction and arrangement of the components of this disclosure as illustrated in the exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. While only a few embodiments of the invention have been described in detail in this disclosure, it will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art upon review that many modifications are possible (e.g., variations in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportions of various elements, values ​​of parameters, mounting arrangements, materials used, colors, orientations, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter. For example, a component shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts, or elements shown as multiple parts may be integrally formed, the length or width of the structure may vary, and the nature or number of adjustment positions provided between components may be changed. It should be noted that components may be constructed from any of a variety of materials providing sufficient strength or durability in any of a variety of colors, textures, and combinations. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this invention. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in terms of the design, operation, and arrangement of the desired and other exemplary embodiments without departing from the spirit of this invention.

[0056] It should be understood that any described process or step within a described process may be combined with other disclosed processes or steps to form a structure within the scope of this disclosure. The exemplary structures and processes disclosed herein are for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting.

[0057] It should be understood that changes and modifications can be made to the foregoing structure without departing from the concepts of this disclosure, and it should also be understood that these concepts are intended to be covered by the appended claims unless otherwise expressly indicated in their language.

[0058] According to the present invention, a vehicle module attachment assembly is provided, the vehicle module attachment assembly comprising: a vehicle compartment module including a stud, the stud including a leg; a locking device slidably coupled to the stud; a slot formed in the compartment floor including a first recess and a second recess configured to retain the leg, wherein the locking device is adjustable between an unlocked position and a locked position, in which the stud is slidable between the first recess and the second recess, and in which the stud is held in the second recess in the locked position.

[0059] According to one embodiment, the second groove is configured to prevent the foot from vertically displaced from the slot when the foot is held in the second groove.

[0060] According to one embodiment, the diameter of the first groove is larger than the diameter of the second groove.

[0061] According to one embodiment, the diameter of the support leg is greater than the diameter of the second groove, and the diameter of the stud is smaller than the diameter of the second groove.

[0062] According to one embodiment, the first groove and the second groove include a T-shaped slot, and the leg is configured to slide between the first groove and the second groove within the T-shaped slot.

[0063] According to one embodiment, the cabin module is a seat assembly module.

[0064] According to one embodiment, the invention is further characterized by a plurality of slots formed in the cabin floor, the plurality of slots forming an array.

[0065] According to one embodiment, the locking device includes a handle configured to allow a user to slide the outrigger around the stud.

[0066] According to one embodiment, the stud includes a stop configured to prevent the leg from shifting from the locked position.

[0067] According to the present invention, a vehicle module attachment assembly is provided, the vehicle module attachment assembly comprising: a plurality of vehicle compartment modules removably attached to a compartment floor at a plurality of slots including a first recess and a second recess, each of the plurality of modules including a stud that is insertable into the first recess and movable into the second recess to vertically retain the stud; and a locking device coupled to the stud, wherein the locking device is slidable to a locked position to horizontally retain the stud.

[0068] According to one embodiment, each of the slots includes a T-shaped slot.

[0069] According to one embodiment, at least one of the plurality of vehicle compartment modules includes a seat assembly module.

[0070] According to one embodiment, the plurality of slots includes an array disposed on the cabin floor.

[0071] According to one embodiment, the locking device is configured to prevent the stud from slipping into the first groove.

[0072] According to the present invention, a method for holding an interior vehicle module is provided, the method comprising: inserting a stud of the module, including a leg, into a first recess in a compartment floor slot; sliding the stud from the first recess into a second recess in the slot to prevent vertical displacement of the stud; and adjusting a locking device coupled to the stud into the first recess to prevent the stud from sliding into the first recess.

[0073] According to one embodiment, adjusting the locking device includes electronically actuating the locking device into the first groove.

[0074] According to one embodiment, the invention is further characterized in that a signal is sent from the vehicle control panel to an electronic actuator configured to adjust the locking device into the first recess.

[0075] According to one embodiment, the interior vehicle module includes a seat assembly module.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the slot includes a T-shaped slot, and the leg is configured to slide within the T-shaped slot.

[0077] According to one embodiment, the invention is further characterized by preventing the module from shifting out of the slot.

Claims

1. A vehicle module attachment assembly, comprising: A vehicle compartment module, comprising studs, the studs including legs; A locking device that is slidably connected to the bolt; A slot formed in the cabin floor includes a first recess and a second recess configured to hold the outriggers; and The locking device is adjustable between an unlocked position and a locked position, wherein in the unlocked position the pin can slide between the first groove and the second groove, and in the locked position the pin is held in the second groove; The locking device includes a handle configured to allow a user to slide the outrigger around the stud.

2. The vehicle module attachment assembly of claim 1, wherein the second recess is configured to prevent the foot from vertically displaced from the slot when the foot is held in the second recess.

3. The vehicle module attachment assembly as claimed in claim 2, wherein the diameter of the first groove is larger than the diameter of the second groove.

4. The vehicle module attachment assembly of claim 2, wherein the diameter of the support leg is greater than the diameter of the second groove, and the diameter of the stud is less than the diameter of the second groove.

5. The vehicle module attachment assembly of claim 4, wherein the first recess and the second recess include a T-shaped slot, and the leg is configured to slide between the first recess and the second recess within the T-shaped slot.

6. The vehicle module attachment assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the cabin module is a seat assembly module.

7. The vehicle module attachment assembly as claimed in claim 1, further comprising: Multiple slots are formed in the cabin floor, and the multiple slots are arranged in an array.

8. The vehicle module attachment assembly of claim 1, wherein the bolt includes a stop configured to prevent the outrigger from shifting from the locked position.

9. A method for holding an internal vehicle module, comprising: The studs of the module, including the legs, are inserted into the first recess of the compartment floor slot; The stud is slid from the first groove into the second groove of the slot, thereby preventing the stud from shifting vertically; as well as The locking device connected to the stud is adjusted into the first groove to prevent the stud from slipping into the first groove; The step of adjusting the locking device includes electronically actuating the locking device into the first groove.

10. The method of claim 9, further comprising: A signal is sent from the vehicle control panel to an electronic actuator configured to adjust the locking device into the first recess.

11. The method of claim 9, wherein the interior vehicle module includes a seat assembly module.

12. The method of any one of claims 9 to 11, wherein the slot comprises a T-shaped slot, and the leg is configured to slide within the T-shaped slot.

13. The method of claim 9, further comprising: To prevent the module from shifting out of the slot.

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