Vehicle, ride assist structure, and method of use thereof

Abstract

The present application relates to a kind of vehicle, the method for using and its riding auxiliary structure, riding auxiliary structure includes first pedal assembly, second pedal assembly and linkage assembly, first pedal assembly is used to be installed at door;Second pedal assembly is arranged on first pedal assembly;One end of linkage assembly can be rotated to drive second pedal assembly to rotate, and second pedal assembly can be rotated relative to the other end of linkage assembly, to make the side surface of second pedal assembly and the side surface of first pedal assembly be in the same plane when second pedal assembly resist ground.In the special group needs wheelchair to get on and off, linkage assembly rotates and drives second pedal assembly to rotate, so that the side surface of second pedal assembly and the side surface of first pedal assembly can be in the same plane, to facilitate wheelchair to realize the function of getting on and off.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of transportation technology, and in particular to transportation vehicles, passenger auxiliary structures, and methods of using them. Background Technology

[0002] When people with disabilities use wheelchairs to board or alight from buses, they usually need to use accessible ramps. However, very few buses are equipped with accessible ramps. Furthermore, due to the wide variety of bus models and door structures in China, as well as the varying heights of bus stops, the existing accessible ramps are of a single type and cannot be suitable for most buses and bus stops. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a widely applicable and automated means of transportation, a ride-assistance structure, and its usage method to address the above-mentioned problems.

[0004] A passenger assistance structure for a vehicle includes a first pedal assembly, a second pedal assembly, and a linkage assembly. The first pedal assembly is mounted on a vehicle door. The second pedal assembly is disposed on the first pedal assembly and is used to contact the ground. One end of the linkage assembly is rotatably mounted on the first pedal assembly, and the other end of the linkage assembly is rotatably mounted on the second pedal assembly. Rotation of one end of the linkage assembly can drive the second pedal assembly to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly, and the second pedal assembly can rotate relative to the other end of the linkage assembly, such that when the second pedal assembly contacts the ground, one side of the second pedal assembly and one side of the first pedal assembly are located in the same plane.

[0005] In one embodiment, when one end of the linkage component rotates along a first direction, the second pedal component can abut against the ground; when one end of the linkage component rotates along a second direction, the second pedal component can abut against the first pedal component; the first direction and the second direction are opposite directions.

[0006] In one embodiment, when the second pedal assembly is disposed on the first pedal assembly, the contact area of ​​the second pedal assembly on the first pedal assembly is smaller than the side area of ​​the first pedal assembly that contacts the second pedal assembly.

[0007] In one embodiment, the ride assistance structure further includes a limiting component disposed on the first pedal assembly, the linkage component rotating to abut against the limiting component, and the limiting component restricting the rotation of the linkage component.

[0008] In one embodiment, the number of limiting components is at least two, and the at least two limiting components are respectively arranged on opposite sides of the linkage component along the rotation direction of the linkage component. When the second pedal component is arranged on the first pedal component, the linkage component abuts against one of the limiting components. When the second pedal component contacts the ground, the linkage component abuts against the other limiting component.

[0009] In one embodiment, the linkage component includes a drive member and a first linkage member. The drive member is mounted on the first pedal assembly, one end of the first linkage member is mounted on the drive member, and the other end of the first linkage member is rotatably mounted on the second pedal assembly. The drive member can drive the first linkage member to rotate and cause the second pedal assembly to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly.

[0010] In one embodiment, the second pedal assembly includes a connecting pedal and a supporting pedal. The connecting pedal is disposed on the first pedal assembly. The other end of the first linkage is rotatably mounted on the connecting pedal. The supporting pedal is rotatably connected to the connecting pedal and is used to contact the ground. Rotation of the other end of the first linkage relative to the connecting pedal can drive the supporting pedal to rotate relative to the connecting pedal. When the supporting pedal contacts the ground, one side of the supporting pedal and one side of the connecting pedal are located in the same plane, and are also located in the same plane as one side of the first pedal assembly.

[0011] In one embodiment, the linkage component further includes a belt, one end of which is sleeved on the other end of the first linkage member, and the other end of which is sleeved on the support pedal. Rotation of the other end of the first linkage member can drive the support pedal to rotate via the belt.

[0012] In one embodiment, the linkage component further includes a first gear and a second gear, the first gear being mounted on the drive member and the second gear being mounted on one end of the first linkage member, the first gear and the second gear meshing.

[0013] A means of transportation includes a vehicle body and a passenger assistance structure as described above, the passenger assistance structure being disposed at a door of the vehicle body.

[0014] In normal use, the second step is positioned on top of the first step, allowing ordinary passengers to board the vehicle without hindering normal boarding and alighting. When wheelchair access is required, a linkage mechanism can be activated to rotate the second step relative to the first step. Simultaneously, the second step adjusts itself so that one side of the second step and one side of the first step are on the same plane when in contact with the ground, facilitating wheelchair passage. The second step's contact with the ground ensures stable structural support for the entire vehicle's passenger assistance system. After use, the linkage mechanism can be retracted onto the first step, allowing for efficient storage and enhancing the practicality and convenience of the passenger assistance system.

[0015] A method of using a passenger assistance structure, the method comprising:

[0016] The passenger assistance structure is installed at the door of the vehicle body;

[0017] When a wheelchair needs to get on or off a vehicle, one end of the linkage component rotates, causing the second pedal assembly to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly until the second pedal assembly touches the ground; at the same time, when the second pedal assembly touches the ground, one side of the second pedal assembly and one side of the first pedal assembly are on the same plane;

[0018] After the wheelchair leaves the vehicle, one end of the linkage component rotates, causing the second pedal assembly to leave the ground until the second pedal assembly is placed on the first pedal assembly.

[0019] The aforementioned method of using the ride-assist structure ensures that, while adjusting the contact between the second pedal assembly and the ground via the linkage component, one side of the second pedal assembly and one side of the first pedal assembly are on the same plane, guaranteeing convenient wheelchair access. When the ride-assist structure is not needed, the second pedal assembly can be mounted on the first pedal assembly without affecting the normal use of the vehicle door. This ensures the ease of use and practicality of the ride-assist structure. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the invention.

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a passenger assistance structure in one embodiment;

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Side view of the vehicle assistance structure in the embodiment.

[0024] The components in the diagram are labeled as follows:

[0025] 10. Passenger assistance structure; 100. First pedal assembly; 110. Fixed pedal; 120. Extended pedal; 200. Second pedal assembly; 210. Connecting pedal; 220. Supporting pedal; 300. Linkage assembly; 310. Drive component; 320. First linkage component; 330. Belt; 340. Second linkage component; 350. First gear; 360. Second gear; 370. Third gear; 380. Fourth gear; 390. Auxiliary linkage component; 400. Limiting assembly; 500. Balancing component. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention can be practiced in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0027] See Figure 1 and Figure 2One embodiment of the vehicle includes a vehicle body and a passenger assistance structure 10, wherein the passenger assistance structure 10 is disposed at the door of the vehicle body. The passenger assistance structure 10 includes a first pedal assembly 100, a second pedal assembly 200, and a linkage assembly 300. The first pedal assembly 100 is mounted at the door; the second pedal assembly 200 is disposed on the first pedal assembly 100 and is used to contact the ground; one end of the linkage assembly 300 is rotatably mounted on the first pedal assembly 100, and the other end of the linkage assembly 300 is rotatably mounted on the second pedal assembly 200. Rotation of one end of the linkage assembly 300 can drive the second pedal assembly 200 to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly 100, and the second pedal assembly 200 can rotate relative to the other end of the linkage assembly 300 so that when the second pedal assembly 200 contacts the ground, one side of the second pedal assembly 200 and one side of the first pedal assembly 100 are located in the same plane.

[0028] In normal use, the second pedal assembly 200 is mounted on the first pedal assembly 100, allowing ordinary passengers to board the vehicle without affecting normal boarding and alighting. When wheelchair users require assistance, the linkage assembly 300 can be operated to rotate the second pedal assembly 200 relative to the first pedal assembly 100. Simultaneously, the second pedal assembly 200 adjusts itself so that one side of the second pedal assembly 200 and one side of the first pedal assembly 100 are on the same plane when in contact with the ground, facilitating wheelchair passage. The second pedal assembly 200's contact with the ground ensures stable structural support for the entire passenger assistance structure 10 during wheelchair passage. After use, the linkage assembly 300 can be operated again to retract the second pedal assembly 200 onto the first pedal assembly 100, thus achieving storage of the passenger assistance structure 10 and improving its practicality and convenience.

[0029] In one embodiment, when one end of the linkage component 300 rotates in a first direction, the second pedal component 200 can abut against the ground; when one end of the linkage component 300 rotates in a second direction, the second pedal component 200 can abut against the first pedal component 100. The first and second directions are opposite directions. If the first direction is clockwise, the second direction is counterclockwise; if the first direction is counterclockwise, the second direction is clockwise. The goal is simply to achieve the function of the second pedal component 200 being positioned between the first pedal component 100 and the ground.

[0030] In one embodiment, when the second pedal assembly 200 is disposed on the first pedal assembly 100, the contact area of ​​the second pedal assembly 200 on the first pedal assembly 100 is smaller than the side area of ​​the first pedal assembly 100 contacting the second pedal assembly 200. Specifically, the second pedal assembly 200 and the first pedal assembly 100 are arranged in a stepped manner. This facilitates passengers getting on and off the vehicle via the first pedal assembly 100 and the second pedal assembly 200, improving the practicality and ease of use of the passenger assistance structure 10.

[0031] In one embodiment, the ride assistance structure 10 further includes a limiting component 400, which is disposed on the first pedal assembly 100. The linkage component 300 can rotate and abut against the limiting component 400, thereby restricting the rotation of the linkage component 300. The limiting component 400 not only restricts the rotation of the linkage component 300 but also provides some support, ensuring that when the ride assistance structure 10 is in the deployed state (i.e., when the second pedal assembly 200 is in contact with the ground), the force between the first pedal assembly 100 and the second pedal assembly 200 can be transmitted and unified through the linkage component 300 and the limiting component 400, thus guaranteeing the stability and structural safety of the ride assistance structure 10.

[0032] In one embodiment, the number of limiting components 400 is at least two. These at least two limiting components 400 are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the linkage component 300 along the rotation direction of the linkage component 300. When the second pedal assembly 200 is disposed on the first pedal assembly 100, the linkage component 300 abuts against one of the limiting components 400. When the second pedal assembly 200 contacts the ground, the linkage component 300 abuts against the other limiting component 400. The presence of at least two limiting components 400 ensures that the linkage component 300 is supported not only in the deployed state but also in the retracted state, i.e., when the second pedal assembly 200 is disposed on the first pedal assembly 100, thereby further ensuring the stability and reliability of the passenger assistance structure 10.

[0033] In one embodiment, the linkage component 300 includes a drive member 310 and a first linkage member 320. The drive member 310 is mounted on the first pedal assembly 100, one end of the first linkage member 320 is mounted on the drive member 310, and the other end of the first linkage member 320 is rotatably mounted on the second pedal assembly 200. The drive member 310 can drive the first linkage member 320 to rotate and cause the second pedal assembly 200 to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly 100. Specifically, the drive member 310 is a motor. The motor drives one end of the first linkage member 320 to rotate, thereby causing the second pedal assembly 200 to rotate and adjust, ultimately making one side of the second pedal assembly 200 and one side of the first pedal assembly 100 lie in the same plane.

[0034] In one embodiment, the second pedal assembly 200 includes a connecting pedal 210 and a supporting pedal 220. The connecting pedal 210 is disposed on the first pedal assembly 100. The other end of the first linkage 320 is rotatably mounted on the connecting pedal 210. The supporting pedal 220 is rotatably connected to the connecting pedal 210 and is used to contact the ground. Rotation of the other end of the first linkage 320 relative to the connecting pedal 210 can drive the supporting pedal 220 to rotate relative to the connecting pedal 210. When the supporting pedal 220 contacts the ground, one side of the supporting pedal 220 and one side of the connecting pedal 210 are located in the same plane, and also in the same plane as one side of the first pedal assembly 100. The connecting pedal 210 and the supporting pedal 220 can expand the area of ​​the ride assistance structure 10 and improve the applicability of the ride assistance structure 10.

[0035] In one embodiment, the volume of the connecting pedal 210 is the same as the volume of the supporting pedal 220. The first pedal assembly 100 and the second pedal assembly 200 are arranged in a stepped configuration, so the connecting pedal 210 and the supporting pedal 220 are on the same step. In another embodiment, the volume of the connecting pedal 210 and the supporting pedal 220 are different. The volume of the connecting pedal 210 is larger than the volume of the supporting pedal 220. The supporting pedal 220 is disposed on the connecting pedal 210, and the supporting pedal 220 and the connecting pedal 210 are arranged in a stepped configuration. The connecting pedal 210 is disposed on the first pedal assembly 100, and the connecting pedal 210 and the first pedal assembly 100 are arranged in a stepped configuration.

[0036] In one embodiment, the linkage component 300 further includes a belt 330, one end of which is sleeved on the other end of the first linkage member 320, and the other end of which is sleeved on the support pedal 220. Rotation of the other end of the first linkage member 320 can drive the support pedal 220 to rotate via the belt 330. The support pedal 220 and the connecting pedal 210 are linked by the belt 330 to achieve relative rotation between them. Specifically, the transmission ratio between the first linkage member 320 and the belt 330 is 3:2.

[0037] In one embodiment, the first pedal assembly 100 includes a fixed pedal 110 and an extended pedal 120. The fixed pedal 110 is mounted on a vehicle door, and the extended pedal 120 is rotatably mounted on the fixed pedal 110 relative to it. The linkage assembly 300 further includes a second linkage member 340. The drive member 310 is mounted on the fixed pedal 110, one end of the second linkage member 340 is mounted on the drive member 310, and the other end of the second linkage member 340 is rotatably mounted on the extended pedal 120. One end of the first linkage member 320 is rotatably mounted on the extended pedal 120. One end of the first linkage member 320 is connected to the other end of the second linkage member 340, and rotation of the other end of the second linkage member 340 can drive rotation of the first linkage member 320. The drive member 310 can drive the rotation of the second linkage member 340, thereby causing the extended pedal 120 to rotate relative to the fixed pedal 110. When the extended pedal 120 rotates relative to the other end of the second linkage 340, the other end of the second linkage 340 can drive one end of the first linkage 320 to rotate, which in turn causes the connecting pedal 210 to rotate via the first linkage 320, and then the belt 330 drives the supporting pedal 220 to rotate. This causes the entire passenger assistance structure 10 to unfold. In the unfolded state, at least one side of the extended pedal 120 and one side of the connecting pedal 210 are in the same plane, and one side of the connecting pedal 210 and one side of the supporting pedal 220 are in the same plane. One side of the fixed pedal 110 can be in the same plane as one side of the extended pedal 120, or it can form an angle with one side of the extended pedal 120.

[0038] In one embodiment, the first linkage 320 is a crank. The second linkage 340 is a crank. The first linkage 320 and the second linkage 340 can also be other structures, as long as they can transmit the torque output by the drive component 310.

[0039] In one embodiment, the linkage assembly 300 further includes an auxiliary linkage member 390, one end of which is rotatably connected to the fixed pedal 110, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the extended pedal 120. The auxiliary linkage member 390 and the second linkage member 340 are spaced apart. The auxiliary linkage member 390 provides stable support during the rotation of the extended pedal 120.

[0040] In one embodiment, the number of auxiliary linkages 390 is at least two, at least one of the auxiliary linkages 390 is connected at both ends to the fixed pedal 110 and the extended pedal 120 respectively, and at least another auxiliary linkage 390 is connected at both ends to the extended pedal 120 and the connecting pedal 210 respectively.

[0041] In one embodiment, the linkage component 300 further includes a first gear 350 and a second gear 360, the first gear 350 being mounted on the drive member 310, and the second gear 360 being mounted on one end of the first linkage member 320, wherein the first gear 350 and the second gear 360 mesh.

[0042] In one embodiment, the linkage component 300 further includes a third gear 370 and a fourth gear 380. The third gear 370 is mounted on one end of the second linkage member 340, and the fourth gear 380 is mounted on the other end of the second linkage member 340. The third gear 370 meshes with the first gear 350, and the fourth gear 380 meshes with the second gear 360.

[0043] In one embodiment, the gear ratio of the gear set is 1:1. The gear ratio between gears can be adjusted according to actual conditions and is not limited to the gear ratio in this embodiment.

[0044] It should be noted that the number of extended pedals 120 in the above embodiments can be adjusted according to the needs of actual application scenarios, and the number of extended pedals 120 can be two or more. Similarly, the number of auxiliary linkages 390 can also be increased or decreased according to the actual structural strength requirements. The gears can also be adjusted according to the actual structural transmission ratio, and their specific number and position are not limited, as long as they can transmit torque.

[0045] In one embodiment, a balancing element 500 is further included, which is disposed on the connecting pedal 210. The balancing element 500 can apply a pulling force toward the door to the connecting pedal 210. The balancing element 500 can provide a stable pulling force to the connecting pedal 210 when it rotates, maintaining force balance. Simultaneously, the balancing element 500 can also provide a certain supporting force when the wheelchair passes over the connecting pedal 210, ensuring the stability and safety of the riding assistance structure 10.

[0046] A method of using a ride-assist structure 10, the method comprising:

[0047] The passenger assistance structure 10 is installed at the door of the vehicle body;

[0048] When a wheelchair needs to get on or off a vehicle, one end of the linkage component 300 rotates, causing the second pedal component 200 to rotate relative to the first pedal component 100 until the second pedal component 200 touches the ground; at the same time, when the second pedal component 200 touches the ground, one side of the second pedal component 200 and one side of the first pedal component 100 are on the same plane.

[0049] After the wheelchair leaves the vehicle, one end of the linkage component 300 rotates, causing the second pedal assembly 200 to leave the ground until the second pedal assembly 200 is placed on the first pedal assembly 100.

[0050] The aforementioned method of using the ride assistance structure 10 ensures that, while adjusting the second pedal assembly 200's contact with the ground via the linkage component 300, one side of the second pedal assembly 200 and one side of the first pedal assembly 100 are located on the same plane, guaranteeing convenient wheelchair passage. When the ride assistance structure 10 is not needed, the second pedal assembly 200 can be mounted on the first pedal assembly 100 without affecting the normal use of the vehicle door. This ensures the ease of use and practicality of the ride assistance structure 10.

[0051] Accessible bus systems abroad can adjust the bus height so that the bus floor is level with the bus stop platform, making it easier for wheelchair users to get on and off. However, this requires the bus to have a small gap between itself and the platform when it stops. Also, since each platform has a different height, adjusting the bus height is difficult, which requires high skill from the bus driver and increases the workload of the bus driver.

[0052] Another type is a retractable step device, which extends the step directly onto the bus stop platform; or, for low-floor buses, the step is embedded in the bus without steps for boarding and alighting. In these cases, the bus driver needs to manually open the step. Yet another type is for buses with a single step, using two step devices to form an inclined ramp. The first step can be opened automatically by a mechanical device, while the second step requires manual opening by the driver, creating an inclined ramp at a certain angle. Both of these retractable step devices are complex in structure, require manual operation, and have limitations on applicable vehicles, hindering their widespread adoption.

[0053] The passenger assistance structure in the above embodiment is a folding step that can be automatically raised and lowered. When the step is not needed, the device is not opened and is in a stationary state, which is a two-step staircase. In this way, it does not affect ordinary passengers getting on and off the vehicle, and also provides convenience for people with special needs.

[0054] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0055] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0056] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0057] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first and second features directly abut each other, or that the first and second features indirectly abut each other through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0058] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0059] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0060] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of the present invention, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of this invention patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A passenger assistance structure for a vehicle, characterized in that, The ride assistance structure includes: A first pedal assembly, the first pedal assembly being mounted at the vehicle door; A second pedal assembly is disposed on the first pedal assembly and is used to contact the ground. When the second pedal assembly is disposed on the first pedal assembly, the contact area of ​​the second pedal assembly on the first pedal assembly is smaller than the side area of ​​the first pedal assembly that contacts the second pedal assembly. A linkage component, one end of which is rotatably mounted on the first pedal assembly, and the other end of which is rotatably mounted on the second pedal assembly, wherein rotation of one end of the linkage component can drive the second pedal assembly to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly, and the second pedal assembly can rotate relative to the other end of the linkage component, so that when the second pedal assembly contacts the ground, one side of the second pedal assembly and one side of the first pedal assembly are located in the same plane; A limiting component is provided on the first pedal assembly, and the linkage component can rotate to abut against the limiting component, thereby limiting the rotation of the linkage component.

2. The passenger assistance structure for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, When one end of the linkage component rotates in the first direction, the second pedal component can abut against the ground. When one end of the linkage component rotates in the second direction, the second pedal component can abut against the first pedal component. The first direction and the second direction are opposite directions.

3. The passenger assistance structure for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of limiting components is at least two, and the at least two limiting components are respectively arranged on opposite sides of the linkage component along the rotation direction of the linkage component. When the second pedal component is arranged on the first pedal component, the linkage component abuts against one of the limiting components. When the second pedal component contacts the ground, the linkage component abuts against the other limiting component.

4. The passenger assistance structure of a vehicle according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The linkage component includes a driving component and a first linkage component. The driving component is mounted on the first pedal assembly. One end of the first linkage component is mounted on the driving component. The other end of the first linkage component is rotatably mounted on the second pedal assembly. The driving component can drive the first linkage component to rotate and cause the second pedal assembly to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly.

5. The passenger assistance structure for a vehicle according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second pedal assembly includes a connecting pedal and a supporting pedal. The connecting pedal is disposed on the first pedal assembly. The other end of the first linkage is rotatably mounted on the connecting pedal. The supporting pedal is rotatably connected to the connecting pedal and is used to contact the ground. Rotation of the other end of the first linkage relative to the connecting pedal can drive the supporting pedal to rotate relative to the connecting pedal. When the supporting pedal contacts the ground, one side of the supporting pedal and one side of the connecting pedal are located in the same plane, and are also located in the same plane as one side of the first pedal assembly.

6. The passenger assistance structure for a vehicle according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a balancing element disposed on the connecting pedal, the balancing element being capable of applying a pulling force toward the door to the connecting pedal.

7. The passenger assistance structure for a vehicle according to claim 5, characterized in that, The linkage assembly further includes a belt, one end of which is sleeved on the other end of the first linkage member, and the other end of which is sleeved on the support pedal. Rotation of the other end of the first linkage member can drive the support pedal to rotate via the belt; and / or The linkage component further includes a first gear and a second gear. The first gear is mounted on the driving member, and the second gear is mounted on one end of the first linkage component. The first gear and the second gear mesh.

8. A means of transportation, characterized in that, The means of transport include: The vehicle itself; and The passenger assistance structure as described in any one of claims 1-7, wherein the passenger assistance structure is disposed at the door of the vehicle body.

9. A method of using a passenger assist structure, applied to the passenger assist structure according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The method includes: The passenger assistance structure is installed at the door of the vehicle body; When a wheelchair needs to get on or off a vehicle, one end of the linkage component rotates, causing the second pedal assembly to rotate relative to the first pedal assembly until the second pedal assembly touches the ground; at the same time, when the second pedal assembly touches the ground, one side of the second pedal assembly and one side of the first pedal assembly are on the same plane; After the wheelchair leaves the vehicle, one end of the linkage component rotates, causing the second pedal assembly to leave the ground until the second pedal assembly is placed on the first pedal assembly.

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