Space utilization device for mobile tools

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a space utilization apparatus for a mobile means, wherein each panel forming a variable mechanism is maintained in a state of being accommodated on a surface of an inner wall to secure a cabin space of the mobile means, and a rotational position of each panel is changed according to a passenger's need, so that a shape of the variable mechanism is transformed, thereby providing a convenience function. Accordingly, when the convenience function is not used in the cabin space of the mobile means, the space utilization apparatus of the mobile means can secure the cabin space by removing an unused space of the cabin space, and can improve space utilization by selectively providing the convenience function.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to a space utilization device for a mobile vehicle, wherein the cabin space of the mobile vehicle is ensured and convenient functions are selectively provided according to the needs of passengers, thereby improving space utilization. Background Technology

[0002] With the latest technological advancements, various mobility tools are being developed to more conveniently and quickly transfer passengers to their destinations.

[0003] That is, while passengers who want to move can already get to their desired locations by using private vehicles or public transportation, technologies are being developed to provide mobility services to passengers via autonomous driving vehicles.

[0004] For such mobile vehicles, space must be ensured for passenger convenience, and seating or loading space must be provided according to passenger requests for items including small mobile vehicles.

[0005] In order to provide passengers with various functions within the limited space inside the mobile vehicle, the equipment used to achieve specific functions must be installed in the interior space. However, the problem is that because the installation position of each device is fixed, the space inside the mobile vehicle is reduced.

[0006] Furthermore, even if devices with specific functions are not used in the mobility vehicle, it is difficult to ensure cabin space due to unused space when each device is present.

[0007] The information included in the background section of this disclosure is intended only to enhance the understanding of the general background of this disclosure and should not be construed as an admission or suggestion in any form that such information constitutes prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0008] Various aspects of this disclosure aim to provide a space utilization device for a mobile vehicle, wherein space utilization is improved by ensuring cabin space of the mobile vehicle and selectively providing convenience functions according to the needs of passengers, and cabin space is ensured by storing and removing unused space of the cabin when the convenience functions are not used.

[0009] In various aspects of this disclosure, a space utilization device for a mobile tool according to exemplary embodiments of this disclosure includes: a mobile tool including an inner wall surface and a compartment space formed within the inner wall surface; and a variable mechanism disposed along the inner wall surface, the variable mechanism including a plurality of panels, wherein, among the plurality of panels, one panel is slidably or rotatably connected to the inner wall surface, and the remaining panels are rotatably connected to the panel, such that the shape of the variable mechanism changes according to the rotational position of each panel to achieve a plurality of functions.

[0010] Multiple variable mechanisms are separately arranged on the inner wall surface of the moving tool for each function, and each panel remains upright when the function is not being performed, and each panel is configured to rotate toward the cabin space and change shape when the function is being performed.

[0011] The variable mechanism's panel includes an upper panel with a first end portion slidably disposed on an inner wall surface, and the remaining panels of the variable mechanism include: an intermediate panel with a first end portion rotatably connected to a second end portion of the upper panel; and a lower panel with a first end portion rotatably connected to the second end portion of the intermediate panel and a second end portion rotatably disposed on an inner wall surface or bottom surface of the moving tool.

[0012] When the upper panel slides down and the middle and lower panels rotate from the upper panel toward the cabin space, the variable mechanism changes to the shape to achieve the seat.

[0013] The length of the middle panel is shorter than the length of the upper panel, and the length of the upper panel is shorter than the length of the lower panel.

[0014] A groove extending in a predetermined direction is formed on the inner wall surface, and a slider is provided at one end of the upper panel, which is inserted into the groove and configured to move along the groove.

[0015] The slider is provided with a stop that extends downward from the slider and is spaced a predetermined distance from the bottom surface of the moving tool in the initial state when the upper panel, middle panel and lower panel are not rotated. When a specific function is performed, the stop is supported on the bottom surface to fix the rotation position of each panel as each panel rotates.

[0016] The variable mechanism also includes a lifting mechanism, which includes a first end portion connected to a stop or an inner wall surface and a second end portion connected to the lower panel to adjust the rotational speed of the lower panel as it rotates.

[0017] An elastic mechanism for elastically pulling in or out is provided at the first end portion and the second end portion of the slider, and the slide groove is provided with a plurality of protrusions that contact the elastic mechanism when the slider moves in a predetermined direction.

[0018] The rotation axis of the top panel and the middle panel is located at the end portion in the direction away from the inner wall surface at the connection portion of the second end portion of the top panel and the first end portion of the middle panel.

[0019] The rotation axis of the middle panel and the lower panel is located at the end of the inner wall surface at the connection between the second end portion of the middle panel and the first end portion of the lower panel.

[0020] A flexible cover is configured to be pulled in or out at the second end portion of the middle panel and connected to the first end portion of the lower panel, such that when the lower panel rotates in the middle panel, the flexible cover is positioned in the separation space between the middle panel and the lower panel.

[0021] The middle panel is designed to be angled, and the lower panel is separated from the inner wall surface rather than from the upper panel.

[0022] As the upper panel slides down and rotates toward the cabin space, the lower panel rotates toward the cabin space, and the middle panel moves toward the cabin space to form a storage space therein, the variable mechanism transforms into a shape for realizing storage.

[0023] The variable mechanism is configured such that the middle panel is the longest, and the lengths of the upper and lower panels are shorter than the length of the middle panel.

[0024] A groove extending in a predetermined direction is formed on the inner wall surface, and a slider inserted into the groove and moving along the groove is rotatably connected to one end portion of the top plate.

[0025] The clamping mechanism for securing other moving tools is located inside the center panel.

[0026] Chamfers are formed in the portions where the second end portion of the top panel and the first end portion of the middle panel meet, and in the portions where the second end portion of the middle panel and the first end portion of the bottom panel meet.

[0027] In the space utilization equipment of the mobile tool with the above structure, each panel forming the variable mechanism is kept in a state of being accommodated on the inner wall surface to ensure the cabin space for the mobile tool, and the rotation position of each panel is changed according to the needs of the passengers, so that the shape changes to provide convenient functions.

[0028] Therefore, when convenience features are not used in the cabin space of a mobile vehicle, removing unused space in the cabin space ensures cabin space and improves space utilization by selectively providing convenience features.

[0029] The methods and apparatus of this disclosure have other features and advantages that will be apparent from or set forth in more detail in the accompanying drawings and the detailed description which are incorporated herein and together serve to explain certain principles of this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a view showing a space utilization device for a mobile tool according to various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0031] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 The image shows a view of how the space utilization device's functionality is implemented.

[0032] Figure 3 This is a view illustrating a variable mechanism that implements the seating function in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure.

[0033] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the variable mechanism that enables the seating function.

[0034] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 The image shows a view of the shape transformation of the variable mechanism that enables the seating function.

[0035] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the shape transformation of the variable mechanism that enables the seating function.

[0036] Figure 7 yes Figure 3 The diagram shows a view of the slide and slider in the variable mechanism that enables the seating function.

[0037] Figure 8 This is a view showing the elastic mechanism and protrusion according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] Figure 9 This is a view of a variable mechanism that implements a fixed function in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure.

[0039] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 The diagram shows a view of the slide and slider in a variable mechanism that achieves a fixed function.

[0040] Figure 11 It is used for explanation Figure 9 The image shows a view of a variable mechanism that implements a fixed function.

[0041] It is understood that the accompanying drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale and present slightly simplified representations of the various features illustrating the basic principles of this disclosure. Specific design features of this disclosure (including, for example, specific dimensions, orientations, positions, and shapes) will be determined in part by the specific intended application and environment of use.

[0042] In the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals throughout the drawings refer to the same or equivalent parts of this disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0043] Reference will now be made in detail to various embodiments of the present disclosure, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings and described below. Although the present disclosure will be described in conjunction with exemplary embodiments thereof, it should be understood that this specification is not intended to limit the present disclosure to those exemplary embodiments. On the other hand, the present disclosure is intended to cover not only the exemplary embodiments thereof, but also various alternatives, modifications, equivalents, and other embodiments that may be included within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.

[0044] In the following description, space utilization devices for mobile tools according to various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0045] Figure 1 This is a view illustrating a space utilization device for a mobile tool according to various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, and Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 The image shows a view of how the space utilization device's functionality is implemented.

[0046] also, Figure 3 This is a view illustrating a variable mechanism that implements the seating function in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. Figure 4 yes Figure 3 The cross-sectional view of the variable mechanism that enables the seating function is shown in the figure. Figure 5 It shows Figure 3 The view shown illustrates the shape transformation of the variable mechanism that enables the seating function. Figure 6 It shows Figure 5 The cross-sectional view shown in the figure illustrates the shape transformation of the variable mechanism that enables the seating function. Figure 7 It shows Figure 3 The diagram shows a view of the slide and slider in the variable mechanism that enables the seating function, and... Figure 8 This is a view showing the elastic mechanism and protrusion according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0047] at the same time, Figure 9 This is a view illustrating a variable mechanism that implements a fixed function in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. Figure 10 yes Figure 9 The diagram shows a view of the slide and slider in a variable mechanism that achieves a fixed function, and... Figure 11 It is used for explanation Figure 9 The image shows a view of a variable mechanism that implements a fixed function.

[0048] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, a space utilization device for a mobile tool according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure includes: a mobile tool 100, the mobile tool including an inner wall surface 110 and a compartment space S1 formed within the inner wall surface 110; and a variable mechanism 200 disposed along the inner wall surface 100 and including a plurality of panels. Among the plurality of panels, the panels connected to the inner wall surface 110 are slidably or rotatably connected, and the remaining panels are rotatably connected, such that the shape of the variable mechanism changes according to the rotational position of each panel to achieve multiple functions.

[0049] Here, the mobile tool 100 can be configured to be autonomously driven, and the cabin space S1 is formed to include an inner wall surface 110, a bottom surface 120, and a top.

[0050] The moving tool 100 is provided with multiple variable mechanisms 200 along the inner wall surface 110.

[0051] The variable mechanism 200 includes multiple panels, each of which slides or rotates on the inner wall surface 110 or is rotatably connected to each other. Due to the provided configuration, the variable mechanism 200 changes shape according to the position of each panel as it slides or rotates and moves, thus enabling a variety of functions.

[0052] According to exemplary embodiments of this disclosure, the variable mechanism 200 can perform a seating function when the rotational position of each panel changes, causing the shape to transform into a chair shape, and can also perform a storage function or a fixing function when the shape transforms to form a storage space. Furthermore, the variable mechanism 200 can achieve a predetermined function by changing the rotational position of each panel to transform the shape, depending on the function to be implemented.

[0053] Furthermore, each panel forming the variable mechanism 200 is disposed on the inner wall surface 110 to form a wall surface, and various textures such as wood materials can be applied according to the design of the cabin space S1.

[0054] In addition, multiple variable mechanisms 200 are separated and arranged on the inner wall surface 110 of the moving tool 100 for each function, and each panel remains in an upright state when the function is not performed, and each panel is configured to rotate toward the cabin space S1 and its shape is changed when the function is performed.

[0055] That is, under normal circumstances, each panel of the variable mechanism 200 is upright and arranged to be in close contact with the inner wall surface 110 to form a wall design, and when performing a function, each panel slides and rotates to change shape so as to achieve a specific function.

[0056] Furthermore, because the variable mechanism 200 is separated and arranged on the inner wall surface 110 of the mobility tool 100 for each function, crowding caused by passengers using the functions of the variable mechanism 200 is prevented.

[0057] Therefore, in the variable mechanism 200 according to various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, each panel is kept in a state of being accommodated on the inner wall surface 110, thereby ensuring the cabin space S1 of the mobility tool 100, and each panel slides and rotates to change the shape of the variable mechanism according to the needs of the passengers, thereby providing convenient functions.

[0058] Therefore, when the convenience functions are not used in the cabin space of the mobile tool 100, the cabin space S1 is secured because the panel stands upright on the inner wall surface 110 and is in close contact with the inner wall surface 110, and the space utilization is improved because the convenience functions are selectively provided.

[0059] When the present disclosure is described in detail above, the variable mechanism 200 according to various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure includes: an upper panel 210, the upper panel including an end portion slidably disposed on an inner wall surface 110; an intermediate panel 220, the intermediate panel including an end portion rotatably connected to another end portion of the upper panel 210; and a lower panel 230, the lower panel including an end portion rotatably connected to another end portion of the intermediate panel 220 and another end portion rotatably disposed on the inner wall surface 110 or the bottom surface 120.

[0060] Therefore, the variable mechanism 200 may include an upper panel 210, a middle panel 220, and a lower panel 230. The upper panel 210 is slidably disposed on the inner wall surface 110, and the rotational positions of the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 can be changed according to the vertical movement of the upper panel 210. Here, the upper panel 210 can be selectively slidable by a locking device disposed on the inner wall surface 110 of the moving tool 100, and the locking device can be selectively operated depending on whether a switch disposed on the upper panel 210 is operated or by electronic control.

[0061] That is, when the upper panel 210, the middle panel 220, and the lower panel 230 are unfolded and in close contact with the inner wall surface 110, the variable mechanism 200 forms the wall surface of the compartment space S1. Here, when the upper panel 210 moves downward, the middle panel 220 connected to the upper panel 210 rotates, and the lower panel 230 connected to the middle panel 220 is interlocked and rotates. Therefore, the upper panel 210, the middle panel 220, and the lower panel 230 transform in their overall form to form a configuration for achieving a specific function.

[0062] Different functions can be achieved by changing the length of the upper panel 210, middle panel 220 and lower panel 230 of the multiple variable mechanisms 200 or by changing the rotation direction of each panel.

[0063] In addition to the upper panel 210, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230, the variable mechanism 200 may also include additional panels, so that various functions can be realized through various types of deformation.

[0064] According to exemplary embodiments of this disclosure, the functional implementation based on the configuration of the upper panel 210, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 will be described.

[0065] According to exemplary embodiments of this disclosure, such as Figures 3 to 8 As shown, as the upper panel 210 slides downward and the middle panel 220 and lower panel 230 rotate from the upper panel 210 toward the cabin space S1, the variable mechanism 200 can be transformed into a form for realizing the seating function.

[0066] That is, the variable mechanism 200 realizes the seating function when it is transformed. When the upper panel 210 slides down, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 are interlocked to rotate toward the cabin space S1, so that the variable mechanism transforms into a chair shape.

[0067] Therefore, when the chair shape is formed, the variable mechanism 200 changes so that the upper panel 210 supports the upper body of the passenger, the middle panel 220 supports the lower body of the passenger, and the lower panel 230 supports the upper panel 210 and the middle panel 220.

[0068] In this way, with the variable mechanism 200 in close contact with the inner wall surface 110 of the moving tool 100, when a passenger requests the seating function, the upper panel 210 moves downward, and thus the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 rotate, causing the variable mechanism 200 to transform into a chair shape to provide the seating function.

[0069] Therefore, the variable mechanism 200 may have an increasing length in the order of the middle panel 220, the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230.

[0070] That is, when the variable mechanism 200 transforms into a chair shape to achieve the seating function, the upper panel 210 supports the passenger's waist and back, the middle panel 220 supports the passenger's buttocks, and the lower panel 230 supports the upper panel 210 and the middle panel 220. Therefore, the upper panel 210 must have a height that stably supports the passenger's waist and back, the middle panel 220 must be long enough to accommodate the passenger's buttocks, and the lower panel 230 must have a height suitable for the passenger's stable leg posture.

[0071] Therefore, the variable mechanism 200 can have an increasing length in the order of the middle panel 220, the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230.

[0072] Here, the rotation axis A1 of the upper panel 210 and the middle panel 220 is located at the end portion in the direction away from the inner wall surface 110 at the connection portion of the other end portion of the upper panel 210 and one end portion of the middle panel 220.

[0073] Therefore, the rotation axis A1 of the upper panel 210 and the middle panel 220 is positioned on the compartment space S1 away from the inner wall surface 110, so that the gap between the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 is minimized when the upper panel 210 slides downward and the lower panel 230 rotates. This prevents the entry of foreign objects when passengers are accommodated on the middle panel 220. Furthermore, when the middle panel 220 rotates in the upper panel 210 toward the compartment space S1, interference with the upper panel 210 is avoided, and the middle panel can rotate normally.

[0074] Furthermore, the rotation axis A2 of the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 can be located at the end portion of the inner wall surface 110 at the connection between the other end portion of the middle panel 220 and one end portion of the lower panel 230.

[0075] Therefore, when the rotation axis A2 of the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 is positioned on the inner wall surface 110, the upper panel 210 slides downward and the middle panel 220 rotates within the upper panel 210, while simultaneously, the lower panel 230 rotates from the middle panel 220. In this case, since one end portion of the lower panel 230 is connected to the other end portion of the middle panel 220 and the other end portion of the lower panel is rotatably connected to the bottom surface 120 or the inner wall surface 110 of the moving tool 100, the lower panel 230 is shaped to support the middle panel 220. Furthermore, when the lower panel 230 rotates within the middle panel 220, interference with the middle panel 220 is avoided, and the lower panel can rotate normally.

[0076] In addition, a flexible cover 221, which is retractable or retractable and located at the other end portion of the middle panel 220, is connected to an end portion of the lower panel 230, such that when the lower panel 230 rotates in the middle panel 220, the flexible cover 221 is located in the gap between the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230.

[0077] Here, the flexible cover 221 is configured to be rotatable and pulled in or out from the other end portion of the intermediate panel 220. Furthermore, when positioned at the other end portion of the intermediate panel 220, the flexible cover 221 is connected to one end portion of the lower panel 230, such that when the lower panel 230 rotates within the intermediate panel 220, the flexible cover 221 is positioned in the gap between the intermediate panel 220 and the lower panel 230. Therefore, the foreign body sensation caused by the gap between the intermediate panel 220 and the lower panel 230 is minimized. Moreover, when the lower panel 230 rotates within the intermediate panel 220, the flexible cover 221 bends, further minimizing the foreign body sensation experienced by passengers residing on the intermediate panel 220.

[0078] On the other hand, the middle panel 220 is arranged to be inclined at an angle, so that the lower panel 230 is separated from the inner wall surface compared with the upper panel 210.

[0079] In this way, the middle panel 220 is set to be inclined at an angle in the initial state, so that the mechanism for rotating the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 as the upper panel 210 slides down can be flexibly operated. That is, when the upper panel 210 slides down, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 rotate smoothly toward the compartment space S1 by the force that moves the upper panel 210 according to pressing the inclined middle panel 220.

[0080] On the other hand, a vertically extending groove 111 is formed on the inner wall surface 110, and a slider 211 inserted into the groove 111 and moving along the groove 111 can be provided at one end portion of the upper panel 210.

[0081] Therefore, the upper panel 210 can be slidably disposed on the inner wall surface 110 via the slider 211, and because the groove 111 formed on the inner wall surface 110 extends in the vertical direction, the upper panel 210 can move vertically on the inner wall surface 110 when the slider 211 moves along the groove 111.

[0082] The slide groove 111 is formed in a "T" shape, and the slider 211 is formed in a "T" shape to match the slide groove 111, so that the slider 211 can move smoothly in the vertical direction without separating from the slide groove 111.

[0083] In addition, both ends of the slider 211 are provided with elastic mechanisms 211a that can be elastically pulled in or pulled out, and multiple protrusions 111a that contact the elastic mechanisms 211a when the slider 211 moves can be arranged in the groove 111 in the vertical direction.

[0084] Here, the elastic mechanism 211a includes a spring 211c and a ball 211b, and the ball 211b is retracted by the elastic force of the spring 211b when the spring 211c is built into the two end portions of the slider 211.

[0085] Furthermore, the protrusions 111a provided in the slide groove 111 are configured to be elastically changeable, and a plurality of them are provided along the slide groove 111.

[0086] Therefore, when the slider 211 moves in the groove 111, the elastic mechanism 211a provided on the side surface of the slider 211 moves by friction with the groove 111, and when the elastic mechanism 211a contacts the protrusion 111a, the moving speed of the slider 211 decreases, so that the slider 211 can move smoothly.

[0087] Therefore, by causing the slider 211 to move at an excessive speed in the groove 111, the upper panel 210, middle panel 220, and lower panel 230 are prevented from experiencing reduced operability and impact. Because the moving speed of the slider 211 is adjusted by the contact between the elastic mechanism 211a and the protrusion 111a, a luxurious feel is provided when the slider 211 moves.

[0088] Meanwhile, the slider 211 is provided with a stop 212, which extends downward and is spaced a predetermined distance from the bottom surface 120 of the moving tool 100 in the initial state when the upper panel 210, middle panel 220 and lower panel 230 are not rotated. When each panel is configured to rotate to perform a specific function, the stop 212 is supported on the bottom surface 120 to fix the rotational position of each panel.

[0089] Therefore, the slider 211 is provided with a downwardly extending stop 212, such that when the slider 211 moves downward, the movement is limited to the distance at which the stop 212 contacts the bottom surface 120 of the moving tool 100. Thus, the upper panel 210, the middle panel 220, and the lower panel 230 can simply rotate and transform into shapes to achieve their functions.

[0090] Here, the stop 212 may be configured to have a rod portion 212a extending downward from the slider 211 and an impact-absorbing portion 212b coupled to the end portion of the rod portion 212a and made of a material capable of absorbing impact.

[0091] In doing so, when the seating function is realized in the variable mechanism 200, the upper panel 210 slides downward, and then the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 rotate, but the sliding of the upper panel 210 is restricted when the stop 212 contacts the bottom surface of the moving tool 100. In this case, the position where the stop 212 contacts the bottom surface 120 is set to be positioned such that the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 together transform into a chair shape due to the downward movement of the upper panel 210.

[0092] On the other hand, the variable mechanism 200 also includes a lifting mechanism 240 having one end portion connected to the stop 212 or the inner wall surface 110 and another end portion connected to the lower panel 230 to adjust the rotation speed of the lower panel 230 when the lower panel 230 rotates.

[0093] Here, the lifting mechanism 240 can be configured as a gas lift.

[0094] In the lifting mechanism 240 according to various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, one end portion of the lifting mechanism is connected to the stop 212 and the other end portion is connected to the lower panel 230, such that when the upper panel 210 slides downward, the lifting mechanism 240 pushes the lower panel 230 as the stop 212 moves downward. Therefore, the rotation operation of the lower panel 230 can be performed smoothly. Furthermore, when the variable mechanism 200 is switched to the initial state, the upper panel 210 moves upward, the stop 212 also rises, and the lifting mechanism 240 supports the rotation of the lower panel 230.

[0095] Therefore, in the variable mechanism 200, when the corresponding panel is functionally realized or returns to its initial position, the lifting mechanism 240 supports the operation of the corresponding panel, so that the sliding and rotating operations of the corresponding panel can be performed smoothly.

[0096] Therefore, the variable mechanism 200 according to various exemplary embodiments of this disclosure can realize a seating function. That is, as... Figure 4 As shown, in the initial state, the upper panel 210, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 remain in the unfolded state.

[0097] Here, as Figure 6 As shown, when the upper panel 210 slides down, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 rotate and transform into a chair shape to enable seating.

[0098] According to another exemplary embodiment of this disclosure, such as Figures 9 to 11As shown, the upper panel 210 slides downwards while rotating toward the compartment space S1, and the lower panel 230 also rotates toward the compartment space. Consequently, the middle panel 220 moves toward the compartment space S1 to form a storage space S2 inside. Therefore, the variable mechanism 200 can be transformed into a shape to realize the storage function.

[0099] That is, the storage function is achieved through the variable mechanism 200. When the upper panel 210 slides down and rotates, the lower panel 230 also rotates, causing the middle panel 220 to move toward the compartment space S1, thereby forming a storage space S2 inside.

[0100] Therefore, in the variable mechanism 200, when the upper panel 210, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 form a "C" shape, a storage space S2 is formed inside, and luggage including the small mobility tool 100 can be accommodated in the storage space S2.

[0101] Therefore, with the variable mechanism 200 in close contact with the inner wall surface 110 of the moving tool 100, when a passenger requests the storage function, the upper panel 210 rotates while moving downwards, and the lower panel 230 also rotates together. Thus, the middle panel 220 advances into the cabin space S1 and forms a storage space S2 in the form of a storage box, thereby providing the storage function.

[0102] Meanwhile, in the variable mechanism 200, the middle panel 220 can be the longest, and the lengths of the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 can be shorter than the length of the middle panel 220.

[0103] That is, when the variable mechanism 200 is transformed to form the storage space S2, the storage space S2 is formed internally through the intermediate panel 220 connected to the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230. In this case, when the length of the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 is too long, the length protruding toward the compartment space S1 increases, and the length of the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 is configured to be shorter than the length of the intermediate panel 220, so that the practicality of the storage space S2 can be ensured, and the compartment space S1 can also be ensured.

[0104] On the other hand, a vertically extending groove 111 is formed on the inner wall surface 110, and a slider 211 inserted into and moving along the groove 111 can be rotatably connected to one end portion of the top plate 210.

[0105] Therefore, the upper panel 210 is slidably disposed on the inner wall surface 110 via the slider 211, and since the groove 111 formed on the inner wall surface 110 extends vertically, the upper panel 210 can move vertically on the inner wall surface 110 when the slider 211 moves along the groove 111. Furthermore, the upper panel 210 can be rotatably connected to the slider 211 and moved to a position for implementing the storage function.

[0106] Here, the slide 111 is formed in a "T" shape, and the slider 211 is formed in a "T" shape to match the slide 111, so that the slider 211 can move smoothly in the vertical direction without separating from the slide 111.

[0107] Furthermore, since the upper panel 210 is rotatably connected to the slider 211, sliding and rotating operations can be performed in the slide groove 111. That is, when the upper panel 210 moves downward in the slide groove 111 via the slider 211, the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230 are interlocked, and the upper panel 210 rotates together in the compartment space S1 to form the storage space S2 together with the middle panel 220 and the lower panel 230.

[0108] Meanwhile, a clamping mechanism 222 for securing the small mobile tool 100 is disposed inside the middle panel 220. The clamping mechanism 222 can be configured to secure components including bicycles and... Figure 9 Various types of luggage can be stored in the small mobile tool 100. Furthermore, the clamping mechanism 222 can be further configured with straps or cables to stably secure the various types of luggage stored in the storage space S2.

[0109] On the other hand, Figure 11 Chamfer A3 is provided in the portion where the other end portion of the top panel 210 and the end portion of the middle panel 220 match each other, and in the portion where the other end portion of the middle panel 220 and the end portion of the bottom panel 230 match each other.

[0110] That is, in the variable mechanism 200 for storage function, when the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 rotate, they contact the two end portions of the intermediate panel 220. Chamfer A3 is formed at each of the contact portions between the intermediate panel 220 and the upper panel 210 and between the intermediate panel 220 and the lower panel 230, such that chamfer A3 matches at the two end portions of the intermediate panel 220 to maintain a stable support structure when the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 rotate.

[0111] In the space utilization device of the mobile tool having the above structure, each panel forming the variable mechanism is kept in a state of being accommodated on the inner wall surface to ensure the cabin space for the mobile tool, and the rotation position of each panel changes according to the needs of the passengers, so that the shape changes to provide convenient functions.

[0112] Therefore, when convenience features are not used in the cabin space of a mobile vehicle, unused space in the cabin space should be removed to ensure cabin space, and space utilization should be improved by selectively providing convenience features.

[0113] For ease of explanation and precise definition of the appended claims, the terms “upper,” “lower,” “inner,” “outer,” “upper,” “lower,” “upward,” “downward,” “front,” “back,” “rear,” “internal,” “external,” “inward,” “outer,” “inner,” “outer,” “inner,” “outer,” “forward,” and “backward” are used to describe features of the exemplary embodiments, with reference to the positions of such features shown in the accompanying drawings. It should be further understood that the term “connection” or its derivatives refer to both direct and indirect connections.

[0114] For purposes of illustration and description, the foregoing description of specific exemplary embodiments of this disclosure has been presented. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit this disclosure to the precise forms disclosed, and it will be apparent that many modifications and variations are possible in accordance with the foregoing teachings. Exemplary embodiments were chosen and described to explain certain principles of this disclosure and its practical application, thereby enabling others skilled in the art to make and utilize various exemplary embodiments of this disclosure and their various substitutions and modifications. The scope of this disclosure is intended to be defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A space utilization device for a mobile tool, the space utilization device comprising: The mobile tool includes an inner wall surface and a compartment space formed inside the inner wall surface; as well as A variable mechanism is disposed along the inner wall surface, and the variable mechanism includes multiple panels. Among the plurality of panels, one panel is slidably or rotatably connected to the inner wall surface, and the remaining panels are rotatably connected to this panel, such that the shape of the variable mechanism changes according to the rotational position of each panel to achieve multiple functions. The variable mechanism includes a top panel having a first end portion slidably disposed on the inner wall surface; and The remaining panels of the variable mechanism include: The intermediate panel includes a first end portion rotatably connected to a second end portion of the upper panel; and The bottom plate includes a first end portion rotatably connected to a second end portion of the intermediate panel and a second end portion rotatably disposed on the inner wall surface or bottom surface of the moving tool. Specifically, when the upper panel slides downwards and the middle and lower panels rotate from the upper panel toward the cabin space, the variable mechanism transforms into a shape suitable for realizing a seat. The inner wall surface has a groove extending in a predetermined direction, and one end portion of the upper panel is provided with a slider that is inserted into the groove and configured to move along the groove. The slider is provided with a stop, which extends downward from the slider and is spaced a predetermined distance from the bottom surface of the moving tool in the initial state when the upper panel, the middle panel and the lower panel are not rotated. When the seat is implemented, the stop is supported on the bottom surface to fix the rotation position of each panel as each panel rotates.

2. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, Multiple variable mechanisms are separately arranged on the inner wall surface of the moving tool for each function, and each panel remains upright when the function is not performed, and each panel is configured to rotate toward the cabin space and change shape when the function is performed.

3. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, The length of the middle panel is shorter than the length of the upper panel, and the length of the upper panel is shorter than the length of the lower panel.

4. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, The variable mechanism further includes a lifting mechanism, which includes a first end portion connected to the stop or the inner wall surface and a second end portion connected to the lower panel to adjust the rotation speed of the lower panel when the lower panel rotates.

5. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, An elastic mechanism that allows the slider to be pulled in or out is provided at the end portion of the slider, and the slide groove is provided with a plurality of protrusions that contact the elastic mechanism when the slider moves in the predetermined direction.

6. The space utilization device according to claim 5, wherein, The elastic mechanism includes a spring and a ball, and with the spring embedded in the end portion of the slider, the ball is selectively retracted by the elastic force of the spring.

7. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, The rotation axis of the upper panel and the middle panel is located at the end portion of the connection between the second end portion of the upper panel and the first end portion of the middle panel in a direction away from the inner wall surface.

8. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, The rotation axis of the middle panel and the lower panel is located at the end portion of the inner wall surface at the connection between the second end portion of the middle panel and the first end portion of the lower panel.

9. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, A flexible cover, configured to be pulled in or out of the second end portion of the intermediate panel, is connected to the first end portion of the lower panel, such that when the lower panel rotates within the intermediate panel, the flexible cover is disposed in the separation space between the intermediate panel and the lower panel.

10. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, The middle panel is arranged to be inclined at an angle, and the lower panel is separated from the inner wall surface rather than from the upper panel.

11. The space utilization device according to claim 1, wherein, As the upper panel slides downward and rotates toward the cabin space, the lower panel rotates toward the cabin space, and the middle panel moves toward the cabin space to form a storage space within it, the variable mechanism transforms into a shape for realizing storage.

12. The space utilization device according to claim 11, wherein, The variable mechanism is configured such that the middle panel is the longest, and the upper panel and the lower panel are shorter than the middle panel.

13. The space utilization device according to claim 11, wherein, A groove extending in a predetermined direction is formed on the inner wall surface, and a slider inserted into the groove and moving along the groove is rotatably connected to one end portion of the upper panel.

14. The space utilization device according to claim 11, wherein, A clamping mechanism for securing other moving tools is located inside the middle panel.

15. The space utilization device according to claim 11, wherein, Chamfers are formed in the portions where the second end portion of the upper panel and the first end portion of the middle panel meet each other, and in the portions where the second end portion of the middle panel and the first end portion of the lower panel meet each other.

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