Vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box

Abstract

The present invention belongs to the field of vehicle-mounted storage equipment, and specifically relates to a vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box. The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box provided by the present invention has a box body and a box cover that can be slidably covered at the opening of the box body, a trigger component for receiving user operation instructions is installed on the box cover, and a power component for driving the box cover to slide relative to the box body is connected between the box body and the box cover. The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box provided by the present invention has a reasonable and compact structure, is easy to install, runs smoothly, has strong compatibility, and can be applied to various types of vehicles. In addition, the storage box is compatible with multiple working modes, such as fully automatic mode, semi-automatic mode, fully manual mode, etc., and its box cover can be opened and closed automatically, and can also be opened and closed manually. Moreover, whether it is automatically or manually operated, it largely takes into account the operating habits of users who are accustomed to the traditional manual sliding box cover operation logic.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the field of vehicle-mounted storage equipment, and in particular relates to a vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box. Background Art

[0002] Most vehicles feature a central console area, often housing storage boxes for passengers. These boxes typically consist of a box body and a lid that closes over the opening. These lids can be opened in various ways, such as flip-top and sliding. Sliding lids are becoming increasingly popular due to their minimal opening effort.

[0003] Currently, sliding lids are mostly opened and closed manually. For example, a recessed area is designed on the lid surface. To open or close the lid, the driver or passenger inserts their finger into the recessed area and pushes or pulls the lid horizontally. However, as consumers demand higher quality, intelligent, and personalized automotive interiors, the added appeal of traditional manual opening and closing methods is gradually declining. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In response to the shortcomings of the existing technology, the present invention provides a vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box, whose lid can be opened and closed automatically or manually. Moreover, whether it is automatic or manual operation, it largely takes into account the operating habits of users who are accustomed to the traditional manual sliding lid operation logic.

[0005] The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box provided by the present invention comprises a box body and a box cover that can be slidably covered on the opening of the box body. A trigger component for receiving user operation instructions is installed on the box cover, and a power component for driving the box cover to slide relative to the box body is connected between the box body and the box cover.

[0006] When the storage box is used, the user touches the trigger assembly with his hand, and the power assembly performs corresponding actions according to the trigger assembly, driving the box cover to slide relative to the box body.

[0007] Before further describing the trigger assembly, for ease of description, we first define the front-to-back direction. This definition will be used throughout the description of the front-to-back direction in this disclosure. Specifically, with the box body as a reference, the sliding direction for opening the lid is referred to as forward, and the sliding direction for closing the lid is referred to as backward.

[0008] The trigger assembly includes a trigger block, a first touch sensing device, a second touch sensing device, and an elastic reset member; the trigger block is slidably connected to the box cover in the front-to-back direction, the box cover surface has an opening, and the top of the trigger block is exposed from the opening; the elastic reset member elastically connects the trigger block to the box cover, providing an elastic force in the front-to-back direction to cause the trigger block to move toward an equilibrium position; the first touch sensing device is provided on the front side of the trigger block, and the second touch sensing device is provided on the rear side of the trigger block; the first touch sensing device and the second touch sensing device are both directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover and remain relatively stationary with the box cover.

[0009] The trigger assembly is used as follows: the user pushes the trigger block forward or backward, causing it to squeeze and trigger the first or second touch-sensing device. When the user releases the trigger block, the elastic return element returns the block to its equilibrium position, deactivating both the first and second touch-sensing devices. Depending on whether the first or second touch-sensing device is triggered, and when, the power assembly can be controlled differently to perform different actions, thereby achieving different user-defined operations.

[0010] Furthermore, a dovetail groove extending in the front-to-back direction is provided on the lower side of the box cover; a dovetail tenon which fits in the dovetail groove is provided on the bottom of the trigger block, thereby realizing a slidable connection between the trigger block and the box cover.

[0011] Furthermore, the elastic return element is a coil spring; one end of the coil spring is fixed to the box cover, and the other end is fixed to the trigger block. Selecting a coil spring with a suitable spring constant can prevent the trigger block from being accidentally triggered during acceleration, deceleration, or bumpy driving, while also allowing the driver and passengers to easily activate the trigger block.

[0012] Furthermore, the trigger block is provided with a pin hole extending in the front-to-back direction, and a pin extending in the front-to-back direction is provided in the pin hole with clearance fit. The pin is directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover; the coil spring is mounted on the pin. The pin not only serves as an auxiliary guide but also as a carrier for the coil spring.

[0013] Furthermore, the first touch sensing device and the second touch sensing device are both micro switches.

[0014] Furthermore, the power assembly includes a motor, an output gear, and a rack; the rack is fixed to the box cover and arranged in the front-to-back direction; the motor is fixed to the box body; the output gear is fixed to the output shaft of the motor and meshes with the rack. Among them, the motor is preferably a reduction motor integrated with a reduction gearbox.

[0015] Furthermore, the vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box also includes an on-board electronic control unit, and the power assembly, the first touch sensing device, and the second touch sensing device are all electrically connected to the on-board electronic control unit. The electronic control unit receives electrical signals from the first touch sensing device and the second touch sensing device to control the operation of the power assembly.

[0016] Beneficial Effects: Compared to existing technologies, the in-vehicle sliding automatic storage box provided by the present invention features a rational and compact structure, easy installation, stable operation, and strong compatibility, making it suitable for a wide range of vehicle models. The storage box is compatible with multiple operating modes, including fully automatic, semi-automatic (self-help / acceleration), and fully manual. Its lid can be opened and closed automatically or manually, and both automatic and manual operation greatly accommodates the operating habits of users accustomed to the traditional manual sliding lid operation logic. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 and 3 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A partial enlarged view of .

[0020] Figure 5 and 6 for Figure 3 A partial enlarged view of .

[0021] Figure 7 for Figure 5 Explosion diagram.

[0022] In the figure, the box body 1, the box cover 2, the trigger assembly 3, the power assembly 4, the trigger block 31, the first touch sensing device 32, the second touch sensing device 33, the elastic return member 34, the opening 21, the dovetail groove 22, the dovetail tenon 311, the pin hole 312, the pin 23, the motor 41, the output gear 42, and the rack 43. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The present invention is further illustrated by the following examples, which are intended to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0024] Unless otherwise defined, technical or scientific terms used in this disclosure should be understood to have the ordinary meanings understood by persons of ordinary skill in the art. The terms "first," "second," and similar expressions used in this disclosure do not denote any order, quantity, or importance, but are simply used to distinguish different components. Terms such as "include" or "comprising" mean that the elements or objects preceding the term include the elements or objects listed after the term, and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as "connected" or "connected" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. Terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are used only to indicate relative positional relationships. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0025] Example 1

[0026] A vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box, such as Figures 1 to 7 As shown, it comprises a box body 1 and a box cover 2 that can be slidably covered on the opening of the box body 1, characterized in that: a trigger component 3 for receiving user operation instructions is installed on the box cover 2, and a power component 4 for driving the box cover 2 to slide relative to the box body 1 is connected between the box body 1 and the box cover 2.

[0027] With the box body 1 as a reference, the sliding direction for opening the box cover 2 is recorded as forward, and the sliding direction for closing the box cover 2 is recorded as backward.

[0028] In this embodiment, the trigger assembly 3 includes a trigger block 31, a first touch sensing device 32, a second touch sensing device 33, and an elastic return member 34; the trigger block 31 is slidably connected to the box cover 2 in the front-to-back direction, and the box cover 2 has an opening 21 on its surface, through which the top of the trigger block 31 is exposed; the elastic return member 34 elastically connects the trigger block 31 to the box cover 2, providing an elastic force in the front-to-back direction to cause the trigger block 31 to move toward a balanced position; the first touch sensing device 32 is provided on the front side of the trigger block 31, and the second touch sensing device 33 is provided on the rear side of the trigger block 31; the first touch sensing device 32 and the second touch sensing device 33 are both directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover 2 and remain relatively stationary with respect to the box cover 2.

[0029] In this embodiment, a dovetail groove 22 extending in the front-to-back direction is provided on the lower side of the box cover 2 ; a dovetail tenon 311 is provided at the bottom of the trigger block 31 to fit in the dovetail groove 22 .

[0030] In this embodiment, the elastic reset member 34 is a coil spring; one end of the coil spring is fixed to the box cover 2 , and the other end is fixed to the trigger block 31 .

[0031] In this embodiment, the trigger block 31 is further provided with a pin hole 312 extending in the front-to-back direction, and a pin column 23 extending in the front-to-back direction is also provided in the pin hole 312 with clearance fit. The pin column 23 is directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover 2; the coil spring is sleeved on the pin column 23.

[0032] In this embodiment, the first touch sensing device 32 and the second touch sensing device 33 are both micro switches.

[0033] In this embodiment, the power assembly 4 includes a motor 41, an output gear 42 and a rack 43; the rack 43 is fixed to the box cover 2, and the rack 43 is arranged along the front and rear directions; the motor 41 is fixed to the box body 1; the output gear 42 is fixed on the output shaft of the motor 41 and engages with the rack 43.

[0034] Example 2

[0035] A vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box, such as Figures 1 to 7 As shown, it comprises a box body 1 and a box cover 2 that can be slidably covered on the opening of the box body 1, characterized in that: a trigger component 3 for receiving user operation instructions is installed on the box cover 2, and a power component 4 for driving the box cover 2 to slide relative to the box body 1 is connected between the box body 1 and the box cover 2.

[0036] With the box body 1 as a reference, the sliding direction for opening the box cover 2 is recorded as forward, and the sliding direction for closing the box cover 2 is recorded as backward.

[0037] In this embodiment, the trigger assembly 3 includes a trigger block 31, a first touch sensing device 32, a second touch sensing device 33, and an elastic return member 34; the trigger block 31 is slidably connected to the box cover 2 in the front-to-back direction, the box cover 2 has an opening 21 on its surface, and the top of the trigger block 31 has a protrusion, which is exposed from the opening 21; the elastic return member 34 elastically connects the trigger block 31 to the box cover 2, providing an elastic force in the front-to-back direction to cause the trigger block 31 to move toward a balanced position; the first touch sensing device 32 is provided on the front side of the trigger block 31, and the second touch sensing device 33 is provided on the rear side of the trigger block 31; the first touch sensing device 32 and the second touch sensing device 33 are both directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover 2 and remain relatively stationary with the box cover 2.

[0038] In this embodiment, a dovetail groove 22 extending in the front-to-back direction is provided on the lower side of the box cover 2 ; a dovetail tenon 311 is provided at the bottom of the trigger block 31 to fit in the dovetail groove 22 .

[0039] In this embodiment, the elastic reset member 34 is a coil spring; one end of the coil spring is fixed to the box cover 2 , and the other end is fixed to the trigger block 31 .

[0040] In this embodiment, the trigger block 31 is further provided with a pin hole 312 extending in the front-to-back direction, and a pin column 23 extending in the front-to-back direction is also provided in the pin hole 312 with clearance fit. The pin column 23 is directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover 2; the coil spring is sleeved on the pin column 23.

[0041] In this embodiment, the first touch sensing device 32 and the second touch sensing device 33 are both micro switches.

[0042] In this embodiment, the power assembly 4 includes a motor 41, an output gear 42 and a rack 43; the rack 43 is fixed to the box cover 2, and the rack 43 is arranged along the front and rear directions; the motor 41 is fixed to the box body 1; the output gear 42 is fixed on the output shaft of the motor 41 and engages with the rack 43.

[0043] In this embodiment, the motor 41 is a reduction motor integrated with a reduction gearbox.

[0044] In this embodiment, an on-board electronic control unit is further included, and the power assembly 4 , the first touch sensing device 32 , and the second touch sensing device 33 are all electrically connected to the on-board electronic control unit (not shown).

[0045] In this embodiment, the control method may include the following modes:

[0046] 1. Fully automatic mode

[0047] When the driver or passenger pushes or pulls the protrusion on the top of the trigger block 31, the trigger block 31 moves forward / backward and touches the first touch sensing device 32 / the second touch sensing device 33 before returning to the equilibrium position. The first touch sensing device 32 / the second touch sensing device 33 sends a pulse signal (the signal is a voltage rising edge / voltage falling edge) to the on-board electronic control unit. The on-board electronic control unit controls the motor 41 to rotate a predetermined number of circles, and then the box cover 2 is opened / closed in place.

[0048] 2. Semi-automatic mode (can be set to self-help mode or acceleration mode according to user habits)

[0049] Self-assisting mode: The driver or passenger continuously pushes / pull the protrusion on the top of the trigger block 31, and the first touch sensing device 32 / the second touch sensing device 33 sends a continuous signal (the signal is continuously high level / low level). The on-board electronic control unit controls the motor 41 to rotate a predetermined number of circles to open / close the box cover 2.

[0050] Acceleration Mode: The difference between acceleration mode and self-powered mode is that the onboard electronic control unit provides a higher voltage when controlling the rotation of motor 41. Typically, the allowable operating voltage of motor 41 is within a range. For example, a 12V motor 41 generally operates between 9V and 16V. If self-powered mode provides 12V, acceleration mode provides a voltage between 12V and 16V. This results in a higher motor speed than with 12V, and faster opening and closing speeds, thus accelerating the opening and closing of lid 2.

[0051] 3. Full manual mode

[0052] The motor 41 is a conventional motor with a small self-locking force and can rotate under external force when not powered. When the vehicle has not yet started or a power failure occurs, the lid 2 can also be opened or closed by continuously pushing or pulling the protrusion on the top of the trigger block 31.

[0053] In these modes, the user pushes the protrusion forward, causing the lid 2 to move forward to open; the user pulls the protrusion backward, causing the lid 2 to move backward to close. This operation is very similar to that of traditional manual storage boxes in terms of force direction and touch points. Therefore, users do not need to learn or adapt to the operation method and can operate it naturally. This humanized design and consideration of users' existing operating habits are also very important for improving the market competitiveness of products.

[0054] Obviously, the above embodiments are exemplary and are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the described embodiments, other embodiments that can be obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work should also fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box, comprising a box body (1) and a box cover (2) slidably covering an opening of the box body (1), characterized in that: A trigger component (3) for receiving user operation instructions is installed on the box cover (2), and a power component (4) for driving the box cover (2) to slide relative to the box body (1) is connected between the box body (1) and the box cover (2); With the box body (1) as a reference, the sliding direction for opening the box cover (2) is recorded as forward, and the sliding direction for closing the box cover (2) is recorded as backward; the trigger assembly (3) comprises a trigger block (31), a first touch sensing device (32), a second touch sensing device (33), and an elastic reset member (34); the trigger block (31) is slidably connected to the box cover (2) in a forward and backward direction, and the surface of the box cover (2) has an opening (21), and the top of the trigger block (31) is exposed from the opening (21). The elastic return member (34) elastically connects the trigger block (31) to the box cover (2), and provides an elastic force in the front-to-back direction to make the trigger block (31) move toward the equilibrium position; a first touch sensing device (32) is provided on the front side of the trigger block (31), and a second touch sensing device (33) is provided on the rear side of the trigger block (31); the first touch sensing device (32) and the second touch sensing device (33) are both directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover (2), and remain relatively stationary with the box cover (2); The first touch sensing device (32) and the second touch sensing device (33) are both micro switches; The power assembly (4) comprises a motor (41), an output gear (42) and a rack (43); the rack (43) is fixed to the box cover (2), and the rack (43) is arranged along the front-back direction; the motor (41) is fixed to the box body (1); the output gear (42) is fixed to the output shaft of the motor (41) and meshes with the rack (43).

2. The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that: A dovetail groove (22) extending in the front-to-back direction is provided on the lower side of the box cover (2); and a dovetail tenon (311) engaged in the dovetail groove (22) is provided on the bottom of the trigger block (31).

3. The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic reset member (34) is a coil spring; one end of the coil spring is fixed to the box cover (2), and the other end is fixed to the trigger block (31).

4. The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box according to claim 3, characterized in that: The trigger block (31) is further provided with a pin hole (312) extending in the front-to-back direction, and a pin column (23) extending in the front-to-back direction is provided in the pin hole (312) with clearance fit, and the pin column (23) is directly or indirectly fixed to the box cover (2); the coil spring is sleeved on the pin column (23).

5. The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The motor (41) is a reduction motor integrated with a reduction gearbox.

6. The vehicle-mounted sliding automatic storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes an on-board electronic control unit, and the power component (4), the first touch sensing device (32), and the second touch sensing device (33) are all electrically connected to the on-board electronic control unit.

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