Cover for a roof of a motor vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to a cover (3) for concealing a roof (1) and / or at least one functional component (10) which can be arranged between the roof and the cover, and to a roof (1) for a roof construction (2) of a motor vehicle, having: such a cover (3); at least one holder (6) for fastening the cover to the vehicle frame and / or to the roof construction, which is designed to leave a gap (8) between the cover and the roof construction, in which at least one functional component can be arranged; cover means (12) for changing the cover between a closed arrangement (100) in which the functional component is at least partially concealed and an open arrangement (200) in which the functional component is at least partially visible and, in particular, movable.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The invention relates to a cover for concealing a roof and / or at least one functional component and to a roof comprising such a cover. BACKGROUND

[0002] Covers for roofs of motor vehicles are known per se. Initially and still often, simple material coverings also act as covers for concealing roof bodies and panel elements. With the increasing diversification of functionalities realized in the interior space of a vehicle, there follow opaque partitions, for example for glass roofs or tilt-and-slide sunroofs.

[0003] Furthermore, covers are known (for example from DE 10 2004 023 393 B3) with which a storage compartment mounted on a roof can be concealed. As already in covers for sliding sunroofs and / or glass roofs, cover mechanisms are required here by means of which the cover can be shifted between an open and a closed arrangement.

[0004] The shift typically takes place by rolling out and rolling in a cover in the form of a web or by linear movement of a cover in the form of one or two individually movable rigid planar profiled articles.

[0005] Such a cover can also be designed in such a way that one or more functional components can be arranged between the cover and the roof, for example a tiltable screen for infotainment of vehicle occupants, in particular in the rear seat. Covers are also known which, by shifting into an open arrangement, firstly enable the transfer of a functional component into a position of use - in the example the tilting of the screen when the material cover is rolled up.

[0006] But the known covers - in particular in the field of luxury vehicles - are not able to realize a sufficiently variable configuration of the purely aesthetic design of the vehicle. It is often important in luxury vehicles, in particular, to configure and arrange the technical realization of the functionality in the interior space (for example the cover mechanism) completely out of the perception of the occupants. This is difficult in the known covers. SUMMARY

[0007] Against this background, it is the task of the invention to improve a cover for concealing a roof and / or at least one functional component.

[0008] This task is solved by a cover or by a roof.

[0009] According to one aspect, a cover is provided for concealing a roof and / or at least one functional element, in particular arranged or arrangeable in the vertical direction of the vehicle between the roof and the cover.

[0010] The cover has a plurality of fan elements which are pivotable and / or rotatable and / or pivotable and / or rotatable into one another. The fan elements are currently understood in particular as circular-arc or ring-segment-shaped elements for which, in the sector of the cover formed by the fan elements, a rotation axis arranged on the narrow end of the segment is provided for the fanwise retraction or fanwise expansion.

[0011] According to another aspect, a roof for a roof of a motor vehicle is provided, having (a) a cover according to the invention, (b) at least one holder for fastening the cover on the vehicle body and / or roof, which holder is designed to leave a gap between the cover and the roof in which at least one functional element, in particular a fixed or moveably arranged screen, can be arranged, and (c) a cover mechanism for changing the cover between a closed arrangement in which the functional element is at least partially concealed and an open arrangement in which the functional element is at least partially visible and in particular movable.

[0012] By the fanwise expansion of the fan elements, a covering of the roof and of the functional element arranged thereunder, for example a reversible screen, can be achieved. By the fanwise retraction (stacking or into one another or relative pivoting) of the fan elements, a clearance of the vehicle interior area under the roof can be achieved in order to move the functional element into a use position, in particular to extend, in particular to reverse and / or pivot and / or rotate, the screen.

[0013] Thereby, a visually appealing covering of the roof can also be achieved for vehicles which have a functional element, for example a reversible screen, under the roof.

[0014] The invention is based primarily on the consideration that components, such as rear-view monitors, vanity mirrors, etc., are fastened under the roof and, as a result, are visible to the passengers of the vehicle in the unused state if they cannot be concealed behind the cover. But only when the shape style of the cover can be selected from as many different options as possible, can the full utilization of the aesthetic benefits by the cover (and the associated concealment of the vehicle components) be achieved. Since the cover itself is an important style element in the vehicle interior and in particular in the visible area of the roof for the driving experience.

[0015] The invention is now based primarily on the idea that a fan section comprising a plurality of fan elements is arranged on the roof below the mounting member as a screen for the visible, movable component (e.g. display / monitor) under the roof (roof / glass roof) as a screen.

[0016] The screen thus constructed covers the component fastened on the roof (i.e. the functional component) in the closed arrangement (i.e. the fan-shaped unfolded state of the fan elements) and can be pushed together (i.e. the fan-shaped retraction) from this arrangement. In the arrangement achieved thereby, the fan section of the screen leaves a region in which the functional component is visible and / or (at least) extendable, e.g. foldable or foldable out, for the passengers. When the functional component is no longer required, the functional component is again extended or folded in. By the fan-shaped unfolding of the fan elements of the fan section, the visible region is again closed or hidden by the fan section.

[0017] The fan section of the screen can function as a stylistic element, a sun visor and / or the basis for additional driving experiences, e.g. the visual effect of a screen which is otherwise hidden.

[0018] The fan elements can be composed of a shape-stable, in particular rigid material or a flexible material. For a flexible material, e.g. a substance, in particular an external suspension of the screen mechanism is necessary. In the case of a shape-stable material, the screen mechanism can be fastened directly. The drive can take place electromechanically or manually, e.g. similar to a window blind.

[0019] According to one embodiment, the fan elements are pivotable, in particular rotatable, about a common axis of rotation and / or are pivotable along a fan-shaped guide, in particular a slotted guide. Thereby a simple fan-shaped unfolding and fan-shaped retraction can be achieved.

[0020] According to one embodiment, the fan elements are designed for a superimposed pivoting for the transition of the screen into the closed arrangement and for a fan-shaped unfolding for the transition of the screen into the open arrangement.

[0021] With the fan-like design of the screen it can be achieved that, when the screen is transitioned into the open arrangement, no additional structural space for a component for the storage of the screen is necessary. Since the gap which must also be provided in the fan- shaped unfolded state is usually occupied in the fan-shaped retraction of the fan section.

[0022] According to one embodiment, the fan elements are arranged such that the fan section of the screen alternately has upper fan elements and lower fan elements, so that adjacent upper fan elements (likewise adjacent lower fan elements) move away from each other, in particular pivot and / or rotate, in particular when unfolded.

[0023] The result is that in the open arrangement the upper fan element and its adjacent fan elements overlap only to a small extent, in particular with a small surface portion of the fan elements, while after the fan-shaped retraction the upper fan element and its adjacent fan elements overlap to a large extent, in particular with a large surface portion of the fan elements - with respect to a plane which is at least substantially parallel to the main plane of the roof. By this a space-saving construction is facilitated.

[0024] According to an embodiment, the shield in the closed arrangement is circular and / or ring-shaped or at least occupies at least 75% of the circumference or ring circumference. This facilitates a maximally large covered area.

[0025] According to an embodiment, the shield in the open arrangement is semi-circular and / or semi-ring-shaped or at least occupies 50% to 65% of the circumference or ring circumference.

[0026] By this it is achieved that the functional means can be moved and / or used as widely as possible. It is also possible, for example, to free the glass roof of the glass roof top for viewing.

[0027] According to an embodiment, the shield in the closed arrangement has a central gap through which the vehicle occupant can see a partial area of the roof and / or functional means, in particular a screen area, which is otherwise concealed.

[0028] By this it is possible, for example, to free the glass roof of the glass roof top for viewing or to display predetermined scenes such as passing clouds, starry sky, etc. for the vehicle occupant by means of a screen.

[0029] According to an embodiment, the fan elements are composed of a rigid material and / or are designed for a mechanical connection to the roof by means of the shield mechanism.

[0030] By this a stable and robust design of the shield can be provided, in particular also including a reliable and tamper-proof operation for opening and closing.

[0031] According to an embodiment, the fan elements are composed of a flexible material and / or are designed for hanging in and / or on the shield mechanism of the roof.

[0032] By this a "light" and "airy" interior space impression can be achieved, for example in the sense of a roof appearance or for a platform curtain for a screen to be extended.

[0033] According to an embodiment, the shield mechanism is designed for a rotation of the fan elements in the circumferential direction of the shield and / or around an axis of rotation of the fan elements and / or a pivoting along a guide. By this a defined fan-shaped deployment and fan-shaped retraction of the shield can be achieved.

[0034] According to one embodiment, the blocking mechanism has a transmission device for at least substantially or completely defined movement of each fan element.

[0035] This can, for example, ensure that each fan element moves simultaneously at corresponding and / or predetermined different speeds when the fan shape expands and / or contracts, especially not sequentially and completely.

[0036] In one embodiment, the blocking mechanism is electrically and / or movable by means of a traction device, such as a traction belt.

[0037] This allows you to select the desired type of actuation based on the application.

[0038] In one embodiment, the bracket has a distance-maintaining portion for separating the shield from the canopy at a predetermined and / or variable interval.

[0039] This allows for sufficient space to be allocated for functional components such as movable screens, and / or to assist in achieving different desired interior spatial perceptions through adjustable intervals. Attached Figure Description

[0040] Other advantages and applications of the present invention will become apparent from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0041] Figure 1 A canopy according to an exemplary embodiment of the invention is shown, comprising a shielding element in a closed arrangement structure.

[0042] Figure 2 This illustrates the transition from a closed arrangement to an open arrangement. Figure 1 The shielding component;

[0043] Figure 3 Shown in the open layout structure Figure 1 The shielding component. Detailed Implementation

[0044] Figure 1 A canopy 1 for a vehicle roof 2 is shown. The canopy 1 has a shield 3 according to an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the shield including a plurality of upper fan elements 4 and a plurality of lower fan elements 5.

[0045] Fan elements 4 and 5 are designed to pivot (i.e. fan in) in a superimposed manner to transform the shield 3 into a closed arrangement structure 100, and to expand in a fan shape to transform the shield 3 into an open arrangement structure 200.

[0046] In this embodiment, fan elements 4 and 5 are arranged such that the fan portion of the shield 3 (with respect to the circumferential direction of the shield) alternately has an upper fan element 4 and a lower fan element 5, so that, especially when the fan shape unfolds, adjacent upper fan elements 4 (and similarly adjacent lower fan elements 5) rotate away from each other. As a result, the upper fan elements 4 and their adjacent lower fan elements 5.1 and 5.2 have only a small overlap in the open arrangement structure 100, while they have a large overlap in the closed arrangement structure 200 after the fan shape retracts—especially with respect to a plane extending at least substantially perpendicular to the vertical axis of the vehicle.

[0047] Fan elements 4 and 5 are made of rigid plastic and / or metal and / or wood materials. This allows for a stable and robust design of the shield 3.

[0048] The canopy 1 also has at least one bracket 6 for securing the cover 3 to the roof 2. The bracket 6, by means of a distance retaining part (not shown), is designed to leave a gap 8 between the cover 3 and the roof 2, in which a pivotable screen for infotainment of rear passengers, as a functional component 10, can be positioned such that the screen is positioned between the cover 3 and the roof 2 in a folded-in position about the vehicle's vertical axis. In this embodiment, the bracket 6 is fixed to a rail 11 leading to the roof 2.

[0049] Furthermore, the canopy 1 has a shading mechanism 12 for using the shading 3 in the closed arrangement structure 100 and the open arrangement structure 200 (see reference). Figure 3 Transition between (reference) Figure 2 In the closed arrangement, the screen 10 is hidden from the passenger, and in the open arrangement, the screen 10 is visible and can also be moved to its operating position.

[0050] In the embodiment, the shielding mechanism 12 is integrated with the guide rail for flipping in and out, or turning in and out, of the screen 10 and for pivoting the fan elements 4 and 5 about a common axis of rotation Z of the fan elements 4 and 5 in the circumferential direction U of the shielding 3, wherein the axis of rotation is parallel to the vertical axis of the vehicle in this embodiment.

[0051] The blocking mechanism 12 has a transmission device 14 for the defined movement of each fan element 4 and 5. This allows for the defined fan-shaped expansion and contraction of the blocking element. In particular, it ensures that the individual fan elements move simultaneously, rather than sequentially, at corresponding angular velocities during fan-shaped expansion and / or contraction.

[0052] The shutter mechanism 12 in this embodiment can be actuated electrically by means of a vehicle control unit not shown, so that the fan elements 4 and 5 can be electrically fanned in and fanned out. In the two movement directions, which are represented in Figure 2 , the fanning in and the resulting conversion of the shutter into the open arrangement are shown.

[0053] In particular, the fanning out of the upper fan elements 4 and the lower fan elements 5 in Figure 1 c is shown in contrast to the representation in Figure 2 c during the fanning in, the fan-like operation of the shutter can be clearly seen: in Figure 2 c (also in Figure 1 b, which is well visible in the contrast of

[0054] The fanning out of the fan elements 4 and 5 results in a covering of the roof 1 and the screen 10 arranged thereunder. By the fanning in of the fan elements 4 and 5, an inner space region is freed up under the free space 8 for the pivoting and tilting of the screen 10 in order to move the screen 10 into the use position.

[0055] The fan section of the shutter 3, which comprises the fanned-out upper fan elements 4 and the lower fan elements 5, in this embodiment occupies a complete circular ring in the closed arrangement 100, so that the ring is closed. The screen can thereby be very effectively hidden (apart from the intentionally provided gap 16, behind which the region of the screen 10 arranged there is visible to the passengers).

[0056] The shutter 3 in this embodiment has a circular, central gap 16 in the closed arrangement 100, through which the passengers can see a partial region of the screen hidden in other sections. Thereby, in particular rear passengers can be provided with a display of predetermined scenes, such as passing clouds, starry sky, etc., by means of the screen 10.

[0057] In the open arrangement 200, the (fanned-in) fan section of the shutter 3, which comprises the fanned-in upper fan elements 4 and the lower fan elements 5, occupies slightly more than half a circular ring, in particular approximately 60% of the entire circle. This can free up the necessary space for pivoting or tilting the screen 10.

[0058] Figure 3 The representation in Figure 3 b shows the open arrangement 200 of the shutter 3 when the screen 10 is also tilted in. In c, the screen 10 is shown in its extended operating position, in which the rear passengers can consume the offered infotainment on the screen 10.

[0059] List of reference signs

[0060] 1 roof

[0061] 2 roof

[0062] 3 shutter

[0063] 4 upper fan element

[0064] 5 lower fan element

[0065] 6 bracket

[0066] 8 gap

[0067] 10 functional member, in particular screen

[0068] 11 guide rail for pivotable screen

[0069] 12 shutter mechanism

[0070] 14 transmission

[0071] 16 shutter gap

[0072] 100 closed arrangement

[0073] 200 open arrangement

[0074] U circumferential direction of the shutter

[0075] X vehicle longitudinal direction

[0076] Y vehicle transverse direction

[0077] Z vehicle vertical direction

Claims

1. A screen (3) for concealing a roof (1) and at least one functional component (10) which can be arranged between the roof and the screen, characterized in that the screen has a plurality of fan elements (4, 5) which are pivotable relative to one another and are designed for fan-shaped retraction for the purpose of converting the screen into a closed arrangement (100) and for fan-shaped expansion for the purpose of converting the screen into an open arrangement (200), in which open arrangement a screen as a functional component (10) can be moved into its operating position, and in which closed arrangement the screen has a central gap (16) through which a passenger can see a partial area of the screen which is otherwise concealed. Each of the fan elements is rotatable about a common axis of rotation (Z) and / or is pivotable along a fan guide. The fan guide is a chute guide.

2. The shield of claim 1, wherein The fan elements are arranged such that the sectors of the screen alternately have upper fan elements and lower fan elements.

3. A shield according to claim 2, wherein The screen is circular and / or ring-shaped in the closed arrangement.

4. A shield according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that The screen occupies 50% to 65% of the circumference or ring circumference in the open arrangement.

5. A shield according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that The fan elements are composed of a rigid material and / or are designed for connection to the roof by means of screen mechanisms (12).

6. The shield of claim 5, wherein The fan elements are composed of a flexible material and / or are designed for suspension on the screen mechanisms (12) of the roof.

7. A shield according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that 9. A roof (1) for a roof construction (2) of a motor vehicle, having:

8. A shield according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that a screen (3) according to one of claims 1 to 8, at least one holder (6) for fastening the screen to the vehicle body and / or to the roof, which is designed to leave a gap (8) between the screen and the roof, in which gap at least one functional component can be arranged, screen mechanisms (12) for converting the screen between a closed arrangement (100) in which the functional component is at least partially concealed and an open arrangement (200) in which the functional component is at least partially visible and movable. The screen mechanisms are designed for pivoting the fan elements (4, 5) in the circumferential direction (U) of the screen and / or about the axis of rotation (Z) of the fan elements and / or along the guide. The screen mechanisms have a drive (14) for the determined movement of each fan element.

10. The canopy according to claim 9, wherein The screen mechanisms are electrically movable and / or are movable by means of a traction device.

11. The canopy according to claim 9, wherein The holder has a holding portion for maintaining the screen at a predetermined and / or variable spacing distance from the roof.

12. A ceiling according to one of claims 9 to 11, characterised in that ​ 13. A ceiling according to one of claims 9 to 11, characterised in that ​

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