Covering device for covering an area in the interior of a motor vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to a covering device (1) for covering an area in the interior space of a motor vehicle. The covering device (1) can be moved in a movement direction in an assembled position to a covering position in which the area is covered and to a release position in which the area is released. At least a portion of the covering device (1) is illuminable. The invention proposes that the covering device (1) at least partially comprises a plurality of layers (10, 11, 12). The plurality of layers comprises: at least one upper layer (10) which is at least partially light-permeable and faces a user in the assembled state; at least one supporting lower layer (11) and at least one light-transmitting layer (12) accommodated between the upper and lower layers (10 and 11). Through the layer (12), a light beam can be transmitted in the direction of the upper layer (10). In addition, the layers (10, 11 and 12) are fixedly connected to each other.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to a covering device according to the invention for covering an area in the interior of a motor vehicle. Background Art

[0002] There is also a constant pursuit to provide new and interesting design possibilities in the interior of a motor vehicle. Ambient lighting in the interior of a motor vehicle can make an important contribution to this.

[0003] Thus, for example, document DE 102012017597 A1 describes a rolling shutter covering device for a storage space designed as a beverage holder. Specifically, there is a light source arranged outside the storage space, whose light beam can be coupled into the operating element of the covering device by means of a light conductor and can also be coupled out again. In this way, the operating element is illuminated in the storage position of the covering device covering the storage space.

[0004] A rolling shutter covering device for a beverage holder with an operating element that can also be illuminated is known from document DE 102013004633 A1. The energy required for the illumination of the lighting device is guided by a flexible power cable to a light source via a coupling device that is driven in motion by the operating element, the light beam of which then escapes from the operating element into the interior via an optical fiber.

[0005] A decorative composite with a dynamic light structure is known from DE 102012215165 A1. Specifically, a decorative composite for a decorative element in a vehicle is described, which has an at least partially transmissive decorative layer and a luminous layer with light-emitting regions arranged below the layer. The luminous layer is designed to be movable relative to the decorative layer. It can be, for example, a light-conducting layer, which is provided with impurities that act as discrete, distinguishable light sources when light is coupled into the luminous layer. It is proposed to couple the light from multiple light sources into the luminous layer laterally. By spacing the luminous layer from the decorative layer, a flicker effect and a three-dimensional lighting effect should be obtained. The movement of the luminous layer relative to the decorative layer can be achieved, for example, via a roller driven by a motor.

[0006] Finally, DE 10 2012 024 667 A1 describes a lighting device for an operating element of a cover device of a beverage holder. The lighting device has a guide device for transmitting electrical energy and / or light between the housing of the beverage holder and the cover device. Summary of the invention

[0007] Starting from the above-mentioned prior art, the object of the present invention is to provide a covering device according to the invention, with which the prerequisites for generating attractive ambient light are provided and which can be produced in a simple manner.

[0008] A further object of the present invention is to provide a storage area or storage space for a motor vehicle which, in the covered state, can contribute to the illumination of the surroundings in the motor vehicle.

[0009] The present object is achieved by the covering device according to the invention and by the storage area according to the invention.

[0010] Advantageous embodiments and improvements of the invention can be gathered from the description.

[0011] In terms of the covering device, the present invention starts from a covering device for covering an area in the interior space of a motor vehicle, which can be moved in a movement direction to a covering position covering the area and to a release position (Freigabestellung) releasing the area in the assembly position, that is, in a state assembled in the interior space. Here, at least a part of the covering device can be illuminated. The area to be covered can present various shapes (Auspraegung) here. This area can be formed, for example, by a storage portion for storing items (such as, for example, a beverage holder or a storage compartment (Ablagefach)), by a switch area with a switch, or also by a connector area with an electronic connector (such as USB, HDMI, 12V). Combinations thereof are also conceivable. This enumeration is purely exemplary.

[0012] Typically, the area to be covered, such as a storage section, is formed or at least supported by a dimensionally stable shaped part. A storage section in the form of a beverage holder can be used to store beverage bottles or cups when in use and can be closed by a covering device when not in use. The area to be covered, mentioned by way of example, can be arranged at various locations in the interior of the motor vehicle, for example in the center console, in the instrument panel, in the door lining or also in the roof panel. This enumeration is not to be considered final.

[0013] According to the invention, it is now proposed that the cover device is composed of a plurality of layers at least in certain areas. There is at least one upper layer which faces the user in the assembled state and is at least partially light-permeable. In addition, the cover device has at least one supporting lower layer and at least one light-transmitting layer accommodated between the upper layer and the lower layer. Through the light-transmitting layer, a light beam can be transmitted in the direction of the upper layer. The light transmission can be achieved in this layer, preferably by light conduction or light reflection. In addition, the layers are connected to one another.

[0014] It should be noted that each layer is located in a certain plane area of ​​the covering device perpendicular to its longitudinal extension, which satisfies a certain function accordingly. This function can be, for example, decorative, supporting, flexible, luminous, switchable or also a function of sending information. These layers do not have to be constructed in equal size in their surface extension. For example, it is conceivable that a layer with a much smaller surface extension than another is only arranged in a smaller area above or below another layer. It is also conceivable that multiple layers are arranged side by side in a plane area, but they then satisfy the same or similar functions. For example, two or more layers with different decorations can be arranged in the upper, user-facing plane area. The layer can also be realized by local embossing on another layer, for example, a film-shaped layer.

[0015] In this way, a covering device for covering an area in the interior of a motor vehicle can be provided, with which the basic prerequisites are provided that interesting ambient light can be generated with the covering device and the covering device can be produced in a simple manner and thus cost-effectively.

[0016] For example, it is possible to place the different layers of the covering into a suitable casting mold and to cast them directly underneath, thereby producing the desired system of layers. Alternatively, it is also possible to join the layers individually or in prefabricated partial composites one on top of the other and, for example, glue and / or press them.

[0017] The composite of the covering can also be formed by the film being embossed as a substrate on one side or on both sides, if necessary also in multiple layers.

[0018] A development of the invention provides that at least one sensor layer is additionally arranged between the upper layer and the lower layer, said sensor layer containing one or more sensors.

[0019] The sensor can be designed, for example, as a touch-sensitive or capacitive sensor. In this way, in addition to realizing ambient lighting, the cover device can also be used to realize other functions. For example, a switch, warning and / or prompting function can be realized thereby.

[0020] The sensor layer can be designed, for example, as a sensor mat, over whose entire surface extension the sensors are arranged. It is also conceivable that only individual sensors or individual sensor components are arranged at certain, selected locations of the sensor layer. It is also possible to distribute a sensor layer that is correspondingly smaller than the upper layer as viewed in the surface extension below the upper layer as required.

[0021] According to another embodiment of the invention, the light-emitting layer is at least partially light-conducting or light-reflecting. This is achieved so that light beams coupled laterally into the light-emitting layer can be coupled out of the layer in the direction of the upper layer.

[0022] Such a design contributes to the efficient generation of the illumination of the covering device and to a compact design if the covering device itself does not have its own lighting means.

[0023] In another embodiment of the invention, it is conceivable to accommodate, alternatively or additionally, at least one luminous means in the light-emitting layer itself, which emits a light beam in the direction of the upper layer. By such direct illumination of the upper layer, a very concentrated illumination of the covering device can be achieved. Such an embodiment can preferably be used if sufficient installation space is available.

[0024] It is also very expedient if the upper layer, the lower layer and the layers arranged therebetween are designed to be flexible at least in the direction of movement. In this way, a slight deformation of the covering device in the direction of movement is possible. The covering device can be designed, for example, as a roller blind. In this case, the covering device can be rolled up at one end in a space-saving manner.

[0025] According to another embodiment of the invention, the lower layer is configured to be non-flexible, ie not or only not significantly bendable or deformable, at least transversely to the direction of movement. Despite a certain flexibility, the layer can thus fulfill a supporting function very well.

[0026] However, it is also conceivable for the cover device to be designed as a hinged, pivoted or sliding cover and thus as a rigid or partially flexible part.

[0027] According to another development of the invention, it is further provided that the lower layer is formed by a rib structure. The rib structure is formed by a plurality of elongated elements extending transversely to the direction of movement, wherein the rib structure is connected to the flexible layer. The elongated elements can be connected to the flexible layer as individual elements or as a prefabricated composite, for example by casting below.

[0028] This makes it possible in a simple manner to configure the cover device to be flexible in the direction of movement but inflexible transversely to the direction of movement.

[0029] In this case, it is very suitable if the lower layer is composed of two components. In other words, the rib structure is the first component of the lower layer and the flexible layer is the second component of the lower layer.

[0030] Alternatively, it is also conceivable to laminate the flexible layer onto the ribbed structure. The flexible layer can be designed, for example, as a textile material or as a film.

[0031] In order to also display light effects for switches or functional units integrated into the cover device, it is proposed that at least one further light-emitting layer is arranged between the upper layer and the lower layer. The further light-emitting layer can be arranged above, below or, in the case of a correspondingly smaller extension of the light-emitting layer, also next to the other light-emitting layer.

[0032] Overall, the covering device is composed, at least in sections, of at least one upper layer, at least one lower layer and at least one intermediate layer accommodated between the upper layer and the lower layer.

[0033] The upper layer is the surface that is visible and perceptible to the user. This layer must be arranged so that it is light-transmissive. That is, it must be constructed at least translucently (light-transmissive). This can be achieved by suitable material selection (in which the material already provides light-transmissivity) and / or also by suitable local processing of the upper layer.

[0034] As materials, for example, cloth, blended fabrics, genuine leather, films, artificial leather and wood are considered. In order to achieve the desired permeability, the material can also be laser-treated, etched, thinned, woven, perforated, masked, partially painted or even embossed in a suitable manner.

[0035] The above mentioned list should not be considered exhaustive but merely preferred possibilities.

[0036] The lower layer primarily forms a support or a support for the cover. In the assembly position of the cover on the storage, the lower layer can also partially serve as a guide for the cover in a lateral guide rail arranged along the direction of movement of the cover. In addition, the lower layer can be used to accommodate or fix light-conducting elements for conveying light, to accommodate or fix lighting devices and / or to accommodate or fix conductor tracks, via which energy and / or signal flows are achieved. In the case of a rigid design of the cover (e.g. as a sliding or pivoting cover), the lower layer can also be used to accommodate rotation axes, guide elements, etc.

[0037] The intermediate layer accommodated between the upper layer and the lower layer can have at least the mentioned light-emitting layer and / or the mentioned sensor layer.

[0038] The light-emitting layer can be formed, for example, by a light-guiding / light-transmitting film, soft component or web material. For the desired flexibility, it is important to use a flexible material with good to very good light transmission properties. The electrical connection of the layer can be achieved, for example, via an embossed conductor track. Alternatively, a cable that is carried along is also conceivable.

[0039] The light-emitting layer or layers can also be designed as a light-emitting film that can be driven autonomously to illuminate. The core of such a light-emitting film is a plastic on a carbon base, which emits light when a voltage is applied and is formed by a so-called light-emitting electrochemical cell (LEC=Light Emitting Electrochemicals Cell). The production of such a light-emitting film is significantly simpler than the production of OLEDs (organic light-emitting diodes), which are also well suited for use in covers due to their flat design.

[0040] As already mentioned, the intermediate layer can however also contain a sensor layer, which can be designed as a sensor mat. Alternatively, the layer can have individual sensor elements only at locations where a switching or signaling function is to be implemented.

[0041] For the desired flexibility (for example in view of the ability to roll up or steer in a roll-up curtain design), a flexible material is also used for the sensor layer.

[0042] The electrical connection of the sensor layer can be realized via printed conductor tracks or also via cables and flexible circuit boards that are carried along together.

[0043] As already mentioned, the invention is also intended to protect storage areas or storage sections for motor vehicles. Such storage areas or the storage spaces available therefrom are formed by dimensionally stable shaped parts. The shaped parts can, for example, form the housing of a beverage holder (so-called cup holder).

[0044] It is also conceivable to form a storage area or storage space by a dimensionally stable molded part, which can be integrated in the center console, in the instrument panel, in the door or side linings, in the roof panel or at other locations in the interior of the motor vehicle.

[0045] The storage area or storage section is characterized by a covering device according to the invention, by means of which the storage section can be covered.

[0046] Finally, the invention is also intended to protect motor vehicles which are equipped with at least one covering device according to the invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0047] Preferred embodiments of the present invention are shown in the drawings and are explained in more detail in the following description based on the drawings. Other advantages of the present invention also become clear from this. The same reference numerals (also in different drawings) refer to the same, similar or functionally identical components. Even if repeated descriptions or references are not made to this, corresponding or similar characteristics and advantages are achieved here. The drawings are not or at least not always true to scale. In some drawings, the proportions or spacings may be exaggerated in order to be able to emphasize the features of the embodiments more clearly.

[0048] Wherein schematically:

[0049] Figure 1 A perspective view of the covering device is shown,

[0050] Figure 2 Shows the Figure 1 The cross-sectional view of the section line II in FIG.

[0051] Figure 3 A perspective cutaway view is shown.

[0052] Figure 4 A perspective view of the storage portion with the covering device is shown,

[0053] Figure 5 A motor vehicle is shown with a covering device according to the invention,

[0054] Figure 6 From another perspective, the Figure 5 of motor vehicles,

[0055] Figure 7 A further embodiment shows a covering device,

[0056] Figure 8 Shows the Figure 7 The sectional view of section line VIII in FIG.

[0057] Fig. 9 Shows the Figure 7 An illustration of view IX in FIG.

[0058] Fig.10 With Fig. 9 Similar figures show further embodiments of the cover device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0059] First refer to Figures 1 to 3 There can be seen a covering device 1, with which a storage space 2 in a motor vehicle K can be covered (see also Figure 5 The covering device 1 is designed in the manner of a roller blind and in the installed position on the storage area 2 is moved in a movement direction R, in particular rolled up or unrolled.

[0060] The handle 13 is used to move the cover device 1, into which the light conductor 130 is inserted. Light can be coupled into the light conductor 130 via a lighting device (not shown in detail), so that it can escape at an exit point of the light conductor 130 in the direction of the interior.

[0061] The cover device 1 has an approximately rectangular, elongated shape in terms of its outline. Other shapes are conceivable depending on the application.

[0062] The covering device 1 is composed of a plurality of layers arranged one above the other and connected to one another, so that a system composite is produced which forms the covering device 1 .

[0063] Thus, first there is an upper layer 10, which faces the operator in the assembled position and performs a decorative function. Below the upper layer 10 is arranged a lower layer, which performs a supporting function. Between the upper and lower layers (10 and 11) there is a light-emitting layer 12. The layer 12 serves to illuminate or transmit the upper layer 10. It accommodates a plurality of light-emitting devices 120, whose light beams L can be emitted in the direction of the upper layer 10. The light-emitting devices 120 are preferably configured as light-emitting diodes (LEDs) or as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).

[0064] In order to give the cover device 1 sufficient stability in the direction of movement R, but still the desired flexibility, the lower layer 11 is constructed from elongated elements 11-1, which are connected to the flexible layer 11-2. The elongated elements 11-1 are arranged with their longitudinal extension perpendicular to the direction of movement R and have a mutual spacing a from each other in the direction of movement R (see Figure 2 ).

[0065] As according to Figure 3 As becomes clear from the detailed illustration of FIG, each element 11-1 consists of a base part 110 with a rectangular profile in cross section and a rib-like part 111 molded thereon and protruding downward. The mentioned spacing a is realized specifically between the base parts 110. In this way, in cooperation with the flexible layer 11-2, the desired flexibility in the direction of movement R and still sufficient stability can be achieved.

[0066] The length of the elongated element 11-1 is dimensioned so that it projects with an overhang 112 on both sides of the upper layer 10 (see Figure 1 ).

[0067] In order to be able to achieve more concentrated ambient lighting with the aid of the covering device 1, the upper layer 10 is provided with a plurality of light-transmissive regions 100. In contrast to this exemplary embodiment, it is also conceivable to configure the entire upper layer 10 to be light-transmissive.

[0068] In order to supply the luminous means 120 with electrical power, the light-emitting layer 12 can be connected in the assembled state of the cover device 1 to a voltage source 16 (preferably an onboard electrical system) of the motor vehicle, which is schematically shown.

[0069] The electrical connection between the cover device 1 and the voltage source 16 can be established via an electrical connection (not shown in detail) which can be designed, for example, as a conductor track printed on the layer 12 or also as a co-enclosed cable.

[0070] In a direction extending perpendicularly to the direction of movement R, the lower layer 11 (due to the elements 11 extending perpendicularly to the direction of movement R) has sufficient supporting stability. The cover device 1 can therefore not bend perpendicularly to the direction of movement R or can be bent only to a negligible extent.

[0071] A sufficient contact surface between the flexible layer 11-2 and the elongated element 11-1 is achieved upwardly by the aforementioned base part 110. The lower layer 11 is composed in particular of two different components, wherein the elongated element 11-1 is formed by an inflexible, solid component and the flexible layer 11-2 is formed by a flexible, highly bendable component.

[0072] exist Figure 4 2, which is designed as a beverage holder (so-called cup holder). The storage portion 2 is formed by a dimensionally stable molded part 3, in which two storage spaces 4 are formed. Each storage space 4 can be used to accommodate a beverage container.

[0073] Furthermore, the cover device 1 can be seen in the mounted position, in which the cover device 1 is in a release position which releases the storage section 2 or the storage space 4. In particular, the cover device 1 is rolled up in its release position by means of the rolling-up device 7. To roll up or unroll, the cover device 1 is moved back and forth in the direction of movement R between the lateral rail guides 5 by means of the handle 13. In this case, the aforementioned projection 112 (see Figure 1 ) engages into the rail guide 5.

[0074] In the illustrated mounted position of the cover 1, only the upper layer 10 is visible to the user. Light from a light source (not illustrated in detail) coupled into the optical waveguide 130 can be coupled out upward via the light exit surface 131. The cover 1 can be extended in the direction of movement R until it completely covers the storage space 4.

[0075] exist Figure 5 A motor vehicle K can now be seen in which a storage space 2 is installed in a center console 6 and forms therein an area B to be covered. In the illustration, the cover device 1 of the storage space 2 is located in the covering area B or in the covering position of the storage space 2 .

[0076] Furthermore, a second area B to be covered can be seen, which is arranged in the roof panel of the motor vehicle K. The second area B has a covering device 1 ′ and is formed by a dimensionally stable molded part 3 ′ with a plurality of switches 8 . The switches 8 can be used, for example, to activate interior lighting.

[0077] In contrast to the cover 1, the lower layer 11 of the cover 1' is not designed to be flexible in any direction. Instead, the lower layer 11 is designed to be plate-like, i.e. rigid, and forms a support for the cover 1' both in the direction of movement R and perpendicular thereto. If the cover 1' is brought into the position of the release region B in the opposite direction of the usual direction of travel, the cover 1' is moved as a component that is also dimensionally stable into a suitable receiving space of the roof panel or the dimensionally stable shaped part 3'.

[0078] The motor vehicle K also has a region B to be covered in the door stop of the front passenger door, which is formed by a dimensionally stable molded part 3 ″ (see Figure 6 ). The area B to be covered has a plurality of electrical interfaces 9, which can be configured, for example, as USB, 12V and / or HDMI interfaces. The area B is covered or can be covered at this location by the roller blind-like covering device 1. However, it is also conceivable to use covering devices 1" and 1"', such as those in Figures 7 to 10 As described in.

[0079] Figures 7 to 9 Thus, a cover 1 ″ is shown which, unlike the cover 1 having a light-guiding layer 12 , has no lighting means accommodated therein. Instead, rows of impurities 121 are arranged in the light-guiding layer 12 .

[0080] If, in the assembled position of the cover device 1″, a light beam L is now coupled laterally from the light emitting means 15 into the layer 12, it is coupled out again at the inclusions 121 in the direction of the upper layer 10 (see Fig. 9 ). With such a structure, the covering device 1" can be constructed even flatter.

[0081] Furthermore, the cover device 1″ is provided with a flat operating area 101 on the upper side of the upper layer 10. The flat operating area 101 is visually formed by delimited, light-permeable areas of the upper layer 10, wherein an air conditioning activation section 101-1, an air conditioning setting section 101-2 and an air conditioning display section 101-3 are present as light-permeable areas.

[0082] These light-transmissive regions can be illuminated from behind by light beams L′ coupled out of the luminous means 15 in the direction of the upper layer 10 and thus made visible.

[0083] A sensor layer 14 is again arranged below layer 12. In the region of flat operating region 101, sensor layer 14 has a sensor region 140 with sensors which react to a touch and / or approach of a human operating tool (finger etc.) to operating region 101.

[0084] Thus, for example, the air conditioning of the storage portion covered by the covering device 1" can be activated at a certain, preset air conditioning level by touching the air conditioning activation unit 101-1. In a similar manner, a certain air conditioning level can be set by the arrow-shaped air conditioning setting unit 101-2. Finally, the air conditioning display unit 101-3 enables the selected air conditioning level (for example, possible levels 1 to 5) to be displayed.

[0085] The correspondingly necessary energy supply of the covering device 1 ″ and the connection to the likewise necessary control electronics are not shown in detail and are not necessarily necessary for an understanding of the present invention.

[0086] Different from the covering device 1 ", Fig.10 The cover device 1 '' which can be seen in FIG. 1 has, in addition to the layer 12, a further light-transmitting layer 12'. Below the layer 12' there is again a sensor layer 14, wherein the sensor layer has a sensor region 140' which is significantly smaller than the sensor region 140. It can also be seen that the layer 12' is provided with impurities 121 only in the region of the sensor region 140'.

[0087] This design makes it possible, in the assembled state of the cover device 1'", to act separately and independently on the layers 12 and 12' with the light beam L of the light-emitting means 15. In particular, when coupling out the light beam L', due to the impurities 121 present in the layer 12', only a smaller operating region 101', which is arranged on the upper layer 10 in the region of the sensor region 140', can be illuminated from behind.

[0088] Furthermore, it is expedient to use lighting means which can emit light beams in any desired colors. With the aid of a suitable controller, it is then possible to select in which color or colors the light of the lighting means 15 or 120 should be emitted.

[0089] List of Reference Numerals

[0090] 1,1',1",1"' covering device

[0091] 2 Storage Department

[0092] 3,3',3" dimensionally stable formed parts

[0093] 4 Storage Space

[0094] 5. Track guide

[0095] 6 Center console

[0096] 7Rolling device

[0097] 8 Switches

[0098] 9 interfaces

[0099] 10 Upper

[0100] 11 Lower Level

[0101] 11-1 Long Components

[0102] 11-2 Flexible layer

[0103] 12,12'Layer for transmitting light

[0104] 13 Handle

[0105] 14 Sensing layer

[0106] 15 Light-emitting devices

[0107] 16 Voltage Source

[0108] 100 light-transmitting area

[0109] 101,101' face type operating area

[0110] 101-1 Air Conditioning Activation Department

[0111] 101-2 Air Conditioning Setting Department

[0112] 101-3 Air conditioning display unit

[0113] 110 basic parts

[0114] 111 Rib type components

[0115] 112 Exceeding Department

[0116] 120 light emitting devices

[0117] 121 Impurities

[0118] 130 Photoconductor

[0119] 131 light exit surface

[0120] 140,140'Sensing layer with sensors

[0121] a Spacing

[0122] B Area to be covered

[0123] KMotor Vehicle

[0124] L, L' beam

[0125] R direction of movement.

Claims

1. A covering device (1, 1', 1", 1'" for covering an area (B) in the interior of a motor vehicle (K), wherein: The covering device (1, 1', 1", 1"') can be moved in a movement direction (R) in an assembled position into a covering position covering the area (B) and into a releasing position releasing the area (B), wherein at least a portion of the covering device (1, 1', 1", 1"') can be illuminated, characterized in that the covering device (1, 1', 1", 1"') at least partially comprises a plurality of layers (10, 11, 12, 14), which have at least one upper layer (10) which is at least partially light-permeable and faces a user in the assembled state, at least one supporting lower layer (11) and at least one light-transmitting layer accommodated between the upper layer (10) and the lower layer (11). A layer (12) through which a light beam can be transmitted in the direction of the upper layer (10), wherein the layers (10, 11, 12, 14) are connected to each other and the lower layer (11) is constructed in a non-flexible manner at least transversely to the direction of movement (R), wherein the lower layer (11) includes a rib structure, which is formed by a plurality of elongated elements (11-1) extending transversely to the direction of movement (R), wherein the rib structure is connected to a flexible layer (11-2), and wherein each element (11-1) is composed of a base part (110) with a rectangular profile in cross section and a rib part (111) molded thereon and protruding downward.

2. The covering device (1, 1', 1", 1'") according to claim 1, characterized in that At least one sensing layer (14) is additionally arranged between the upper layer (10) and the lower layer (11), which layer contains at least one sensor.

3. The covering device (1", 1"') according to claim 1, characterized in that: The light-transmitting layer (12) is at least partially light-conducting and / or light-reflecting, so that a light beam (L) coupled laterally into the light-transmitting layer (12) can be coupled out from the layer (12) in the direction of the upper layer (10).

4. The covering device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The light-transmitting layer (12) itself accommodates at least one light-emitting device (120) which emits a light beam (L) in the direction of the upper layer (10).

5. The covering device (1, 1", 1"') according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The upper layer (10), the lower layer (11) and the layers (12, 14) arranged therebetween are designed to be flexible at least in the direction of movement (R).

6. The covering device (1, 1", 1"') according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The lower layer (11) comprises two components.

7. The covering device (1'') according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: At least one further light-transmitting layer (12') is arranged between the upper layer (10) and the lower layer (11).

8. A storage area (2, 2', 2") for a motor vehicle (K), formed by a dimensionally stable molded part (3, 3', 3"), characterized in that A covering device (1, 1', 1", 1'") according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

9. A motor vehicle (K), characterized in that At least one covering device (1, 1', 1", 1'") according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

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