Vehicle storage box and vehicle

Abstract

The present application provides a vehicle storage box, comprising: a first box body; a second box body connected with the first box body; and a releasable locking mechanism configured to enable the first box body and the second box body to be in a stable posture relative to each other, wherein the second box body can be moved relative to the first box body by releasing the locking mechanism to transform the vehicle storage box from a first state to a second state unfolded relative to the first state. The present application also provides a vehicle with the vehicle storage box. The vehicle storage box according to the present application has multiple storage boxes and multiple forms with different degrees of compactness, can store multiple items in a miniaturized form, and can selectively open one or more box bodies. The structure is simple and easy to operate, which not only meets the needs of vehicle users to store multiple items and selectively and safely take and place different items, but also saves the interior layout space and improves the driving experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of vehicle accessories technology, and more particularly to a vehicle storage box, especially a vehicle storage box suitable for accommodating eyeglasses, and to a vehicle having the vehicle storage box. Background Technology

[0002] For example, to adapt to different lighting conditions in various driving environments, or simply to meet daily usage needs, vehicle users may need to store multiple pairs of glasses in their vehicles for rotation. However, on the one hand, existing in-vehicle glasses cases cannot adequately accommodate multiple pairs of glasses and facilitate convenient and safe switching between them; on the other hand, additional glasses cases would occupy more interior space, affecting aesthetics and user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a vehicle storage box that has multiple storage spaces, and is simple in structure, easy to operate, and space-saving.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a vehicle storage box is provided, comprising: a first box body; a second box body connected to the first box body; and a releasable locking mechanism configured to enable the first box body and the second box body to be in a stable posture relative to each other, wherein the second box body is movable relative to the first box body by releasing the locking mechanism to transform the vehicle storage box from a first state to a second state unfolded relative to the first state.

[0005] In one exemplary embodiment, in the first state, only the first loading / unloading port of the first housing can be accessed from the outside.

[0006] In one exemplary embodiment, in the second state, both the first opening of the first housing and the second opening of the second housing can be accessed from the outside.

[0007] In one exemplary embodiment, in the first state, the first box and the second box are stacked opposite each other.

[0008] In one exemplary embodiment, in the first state, the second loading / unloading port is closed by the wall of the first housing.

[0009] In one exemplary embodiment, in the second state, the first box and the second box are arranged side by side adjacent to each other.

[0010] In one exemplary embodiment, in the second state, the first pick-and-place port and the second pick-and-place port have the same orientation.

[0011] In an exemplary embodiment, both the first box and the second box are formed as triangular prisms, such that the first box and the second box are assembled into a parallelepiped shape in the first state.

[0012] In one exemplary embodiment, the first box and the second box have the same shape.

[0013] In one exemplary embodiment, the first box and the second box are pivotally connected via adjacent sides.

[0014] In another exemplary embodiment, the first box and the second box are slidably connected via adjacent surfaces.

[0015] In one exemplary embodiment, the releasable locking mechanism includes Velcro and / or magnetic fasteners.

[0016] In one exemplary embodiment, the vehicle storage box is configured such that the first box body and the second box body are respectively adapted to accommodate eyeglasses.

[0017] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including the in-vehicle storage box according to the first aspect of the present invention.

[0018] In one exemplary embodiment, the vehicle storage box has an initial position and a first intermediate position relative to a mounting surface, wherein at the initial position the vehicle storage box is embedded in the mounting surface, and at the first intermediate position the vehicle storage box extends into the vehicle interior relative to the mounting surface in the first state.

[0019] In one exemplary embodiment, the vehicle storage box is held in the initial position within the mounting surface by a first retaining structure in the first state.

[0020] In an exemplary embodiment, the vehicle storage box is capable of changing from an initial position to a first intermediate position by releasing a first operation of the first retaining structure, and is held at the first intermediate position by a second retaining structure and a third retaining structure on the mounting surface.

[0021] In one exemplary embodiment, the vehicle storage box further has a second intermediate position relative to the mounting surface, the vehicle storage box being able to change from the first intermediate position to the second intermediate position by releasing a second operation of the second retaining structure, and being held protruding from the mounting surface in the first state at the second intermediate position by the third retaining structure.

[0022] In one exemplary embodiment, at the second intermediate position, the vehicle storage box allows a transition from the first state to the second state by a third operation of releasing the locking mechanism.

[0023] In one exemplary embodiment, the first retaining structure includes a press-lock mechanism and / or a sliding retaining mechanism.

[0024] In one exemplary embodiment, the second retaining structure includes a press-lock mechanism.

[0025] In one exemplary embodiment, the third holding structure includes a pivoting holding mechanism.

[0026] In one exemplary embodiment, the mounting surface is the vehicle liner of the roof area of ​​the vehicle.

[0027] In one exemplary embodiment, the vehicle storage box is installed in the headliner between the driver's seat and the passenger seat.

[0028] The beneficial effects of the present invention according to the above aspects are that it provides a vehicle storage box with multiple storage boxes and multiple forms of varying compactness, which can store multiple items in a miniaturized form. In some embodiments, one or more boxes can be selectively opened by changing their position and / or form. It has a simple structure and is easy to operate, which not only meets the needs of vehicle users to store items and selectively and safely retrieve items, but also saves interior space and improves the driving experience. Attached Figure Description

[0029] The invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, which will provide a better understanding of its principles, features, and advantages. The drawings include:

[0030] Figures 1A to 1D A vehicle storage box according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is schematically shown from one end face of the storage box in different usage positions relative to the mounting surface. Figure 1E schematically shown Figures 1A to 1D A perspective view of an in-vehicle storage box in an unfolded state according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figures 2A to 2C Another exemplary embodiment of the vehicle storage box according to the present invention is shown schematically from one end face of the storage box at different usage positions relative to the mounting surface;

[0032] Figures 3A to 3C A vehicle storage box according to yet another exemplary embodiment of the present invention is schematically shown from one end face of the vehicle storage box in different usage positions relative to the mounting surface;

[0033] Figures 4A to 4D A vehicle storage box according to another exemplary embodiment of the invention is schematically shown from one end face of the storage box in a different usage position relative to the mounting surface. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To make the technical problems to be solved, the technical solutions, and the beneficial technical effects of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and several exemplary embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this invention.

[0035] Figures 1A to 1D The vehicle storage box 100 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is schematically shown from its end face in different usage positions relative to the mounting surface 10 of the object to be mounted, where the mounting surface 10 is exemplarily shown as a downward-facing upper mounting surface. Specifically, Figure 1A The image shows the vehicle storage box 100 being installed in a stacked state (first state) within the mounting surface 10 (initial position). Figure 1B The image shows the vehicle storage box 100 extending from the mounting surface 10 in a stacked state (first intermediate position). Figure 1C The image shows the vehicle storage box 100 hinged (suspended) to the mounting surface 10 in a stacked state (second intermediate position), and Figure 1D The image shows the vehicle storage box 100 in its unfolded state (second state). Furthermore, Figure 1E A perspective view of the vehicle storage box 100 in its unfolded state is shown.

[0036] like Figures 1A to 1E As shown, the vehicle storage box 100 includes a first box 101 and a second box 102 of the same shape that are connected to each other. Both the first box 101 and the second box 102 are triangular pyramidal in shape. The first box 101 includes a first wall 1011, a second wall 1012 and a third wall 1013, and a first side 1014, a second side 1015 and a third side 1016, with a retrieval opening 1017 formed on the second wall 1012. The second box 102 includes a first wall 1021, a second wall 1022 and a third wall 1023, and a first side 1024, a second side 1025 and a third side 1026, with a retrieval opening 1027 formed on the second wall 1022. The first box 101 and the second box 102 are pivotally connected by adjacent sides 1015 and 1024, such that the first box 101 and the second box 102 can at least... Figures 1A to 1C The overlay state shown is the same as Figure 1D and 1EThe objects pivot between the unfolded states shown. In the stacked state, the first box 101 and the second box 102 are assembled into a parallelepiped shape.

[0037] like Figure 1E As shown, in the stacked state, a releasable locking mechanism 103 is provided on the third wall 1013 of the first housing 101 and the second wall 1022 of the second housing 102, which are opposite each other. This locking mechanism 103 is, for example, a controllably engaging and disengaging element, such as Velcro or a magnet. Thus, in the locked state of the locking mechanism 103, the first housing 101 and the second housing 102 are held in a stable posture relative to each other by means of the locking mechanism 103. Figures 1A to 1C The parallelepiped shape is shown in the stacked state. When the locking mechanism 103 is released, for example by manual operation, the first box 101 and the second box 102 unfold from the stacked state, as shown. Figure 1D and Figure 1E As shown.

[0038] like Figure 1B and 1C As shown, in the stacked state of the vehicle storage box 100, only the access opening 1017 of the first box 101 is exposed to the outside, allowing access from the outside to retrieve items. The access opening 1027 of the second box 102 is closed by the third wall 1013 of the first box 101. And... Figure 1D and Figure 1E In the unfolded state of the vehicle storage box 100 shown, the access opening 1027 of the second box 102 is opened by the pivoting motion of the second box 102 relative to the first box 101 around adjacent sides 1015 and 1024, thereby exposing both the access opening 1017 of the first box 101 and the access opening 1027 of the second box 102 to the outside for taking out and putting in items. Therefore, it is possible to selectively use only the first box 101 or to use both the first box 101 and the second box 102 simultaneously.

[0039] The unfolding angle between the first box 101 and the second box 102 can be manually adjusted according to actual needs. For example, in... Figures 1A to 1E In the preferred embodiment shown, the vehicle storage box 100 is suspended on the upper mounting surface 10, such as the vehicle roof, in the unfolded state. Thus, the first box 101 and the second box 102 naturally unfold under gravity and are arranged side by side. Moreover, the openings 1017 and 1027 have the same orientation, which facilitates selective retrieval and placement operations.

[0040] The following describes in detail the installation and use of the vehicle storage box 100 in a vehicle according to this embodiment, with reference to the mounting surface 10.

[0041] like Figures 1A to 1C As shown, in the initial position embedded in the mounting surface 10 ( Figure 1A The vehicle storage box 100 is held in place by a sliding retaining mechanism 11. Figure 1B (Illustrated schematically by dotted lines) and the pressing latch mechanism 12 ( Figure 1A (Schematably shown with solid dots) It is held within the mounting surface 10, with only one wall of the vehicle storage box 100 (i.e., the third wall 1023 of the second box 102) protruding from the mounting opening and remaining flush with the mounting surface 10, thus forming an integral surface with the mounting surface 10. In this state, when an upward force is applied to the vehicle storage box 100 (pushing the third wall 1023 upward), the pressing latch mechanism 12 is released. At this time, due to gravity and because the locking mechanism 103 is locked without being operated, the vehicle storage box 100 begins to slide out of the mounting surface 10 in a stacked state by means of the sliding holding mechanism 11, and finally extends out of the mounting surface 10 at the second side 1015 of the first box 101 by another pressing latch mechanism 13 ( Figure 1B (Illustrated schematically with solid dots) and held at the first side 1014 of the first housing 101 by a locking mechanism. Figure 1B The first intermediate position is shown. In this first intermediate position, as described above, the access opening 1017 of the first box 101 is exposed, allowing for the retrieval and placement of items within the first box 101, while the access opening 1027 of the second box 102 is closed due to being blocked by the first box 101. It is understood that the portions of the pressing latch mechanism 12 and the other pressing latch mechanism 13 that are mounted or formed on the mounting object or mounting surface can be shared; only the portions mounted or formed on the vehicle storage box 100 differ in their positions on the vehicle storage box 100.

[0042] from Figure 1B Starting from the indicated state, apply an upward force to the vehicle storage box 100 again, and the other pressing latch mechanism 13 is released. If an upward force is continuously applied to the vehicle storage box 100 at this time, the vehicle storage box 100 can be pushed back. Figure 1A The initial position is shown and held in the initial position by pressing and locking mechanism 12, i.e., the vehicle storage box 100 is retracted or closed. On the other hand, if the vehicle storage box 100 is released after the other pressing and locking mechanism 13 is released and no upward force is applied to it, the vehicle storage box 100 is again locked due to gravity and because the locking mechanism 103 is not operated, and the vehicle storage box 100 begins to be stacked in a stacked state by means of pivot holding mechanism 14. Figure 1C and Figure 1D (Illustrated schematically with solid dots) Pivots around the first side 1014 of the first housing 101 to a second intermediate position that allows the second housing 102 to separate from the first housing 101. This second intermediate position can be presented as a naturally drooping position without human intervention. Figure 1CAs shown in the diagram. At the second intermediate position, a force can be applied to the second box 102 away from the first box 101 to release the locking mechanism 103, thereby separating the opposing walls 1013 and 1022 of the first box 101 and the second box 102 from each other. The vehicle storage box 100 changes from a stacked state where the first box 101 and the second box 102 are stacked on top of each other to an unfolded state where the two are unfolded, as shown in the diagram. Figure 1D As shown. In this state, as described above, the access port 1027 of the second box 102 is also exposed, allowing for selective access to items in the first box 101 and the second box 102.

[0043] from Figure 1D Starting from the state shown, by simply pushing the second compartment 102 back roughly upwards or toward the mounting opening, the vehicle storage compartment 100 can return to its stacked state and sequentially return to the second intermediate position, the first intermediate position, and finally reach the initial position, achieving the effect of being retracted and completely hidden from the mounting surface. That is, multiple compartments can be retracted and closed with just a single push operation.

[0044] The above describes a vehicle storage box 100 according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Using the vehicle storage box 100 according to this embodiment, one or more boxes can be selectively opened and closed with simple operation, facilitating safe and selective retrieval of items in the vehicle. Taking eyeglasses as an example, a user can store two pairs of eyeglasses in the car, selecting the appropriate pair according to their needs. Less frequently used eyeglasses can be stored in a further selectively opened lower second box 102, eliminating the need to open both boxes each time. When changing eyeglasses, both boxes can be opened, the removed eyeglasses placed in one box, and the other pair quickly retrieved, preventing eyeglasses from falling during the changing process and avoiding safety hazards caused by careless placement of eyeglasses. The operation is simple and safe. Furthermore, multiple boxes can be folded and hidden within the mounting surface, saving space without affecting the visual effect inside the vehicle.

[0045] Figures 2A to 2C Another embodiment of the vehicle storage box is shown. Figures 2A to 2C The vehicle storage box 200 shown is Figures 1A to 1E The difference in the vehicle storage box 100 shown is that the first box body 201 and the second box body 202 are slidably connected by opposing walls 2013 and 2022 in a stacked state, allowing the first box body 201 and the second box body 202 to... Figures 2A to 2B The overlay state shown is the same as Figure 2C The extension between the shown unfolded states Figure 2CThe double arrows shown slide back and forth to selectively expose the access port 2027 of the second box 202 for retrieving and placing items, and the pivoting mounting mechanism between the vehicle storage box 200 and the object being installed is omitted. In this embodiment, from Figure 2A Starting from the initial state shown, by simply pushing one side of the vehicle storage box 200, namely the third side 2023 of the second box body 202, the pressing and latching mechanism 22 can be released, causing the vehicle storage box 200 to extend from the mounting surface 20 due to gravity and with the help of the sliding retaining mechanism 21, until it reaches the second side 2015 of the first box body 201, where it is secured by another pressing and latching mechanism 23. Figure 2B (Illustrated schematically with solid dots) and held at the first side 2014 of the first housing 201 by a locking mechanism. Figure 2B The first intermediate position shown exposes the opening 2017 of the first box 201. Figure 2B Starting from the first middle position, by applying a continuous upward force to the second box 202, the vehicle storage box 200 can be retracted. Figure 2A The initial position shown closes the vehicle storage box 200; by applying a force to the second box 202 to slide it down, the vehicle storage box 200 can be transformed into an unfolded state, exposing the access port 2027 of the second box 202. Figure 2C In the unfolded state, by pushing the second box 202 upwards, the vehicle storage box 200 can be returned to the first intermediate position and the initial position in sequence, and the vehicle storage box 200 can be retracted or closed.

[0046] Figures 3A to 3C Another embodiment of the vehicle storage box is shown. Figures 3A to 3C The vehicle storage box 300 shown is Figures 2A to 2C The only difference between the shown vehicle storage box 200 and the one shown is that the end faces of the vehicle storage box 300 and its two boxes 301 and 302 are rectangular. Of course, depending on actual needs, the relative sliding direction between the two boxes 301 and 302 can also be chosen to be horizontal. Therefore, it can be inferred that when the end faces of the two boxes are rectangular, it can also be... Figures 1A to 1E In some embodiments, the two housings are pivotally connected to each other, and the direction of the pivot axis can be designed to be horizontal or vertical as needed. In all the above-described cases, the same or similar effects as the foregoing embodiments can be achieved.

[0047] Figures 4A to 4DAnother embodiment of a vehicle storage box is shown, wherein the vehicle storage box 400 includes a first box 401, a second box 402, and a third box 403 connected in series. The three boxes are pivotally connected via adjacent edges of adjacent boxes. All three boxes are formed in a fan-shaped columnar configuration. In a stacked state, the three boxes form a cylindrical shape, and each box's access opening is closed by the walls of adjacent boxes. In an unfolded state, all three boxes can be used simultaneously, such as... Figure 4D As shown. In this embodiment, the vehicle storage box 400 is mounted to the mounting surface 40 only via a pivot retention mechanism 44 (schematically shown as a solid dot in the figure) between the first box body 401 and the mounting surface 40, thereby enabling it to be accessed from... Figure 4A The initial position shown extends Figure 4B The arrow shown points in the direction of the arrow. Figure 4B The position shown during the pivoting process directly pivots to Figure 4C The second intermediate position shown omits the sliding retaining mechanism and various pressing and snapping mechanisms. However, in such an embodiment, it is preferable to provide a retaining structure such as a baffle to conceal the vehicle storage box 400 within the mounting surface 40.

[0048] Of course, in Figures 4A to 4D Based on the embodiments described above, it is readily apparent that the vehicle storage box may also include a first box, a second box, a third box, and a fourth box connected in series. The four boxes are pivotally connected by adjacent sides between each pair of adjacent boxes. In addition to a fan-shaped form, the end faces of the four boxes may also be formed as isosceles triangles, stacked to form a cuboid or cube shape with each box's access opening closed by the walls of adjacent boxes. In the unfolded state, all four boxes can be used simultaneously. Such a cuboid or cube-shaped vehicle storage box can be installed and operated in a similar manner to vehicle storage box 100, the only difference being that at the first intermediate position, the access openings of each box are not exposed, and in the unfolded state, all four boxes can be used simultaneously.

[0049] Although several specific embodiments of the invention have been described in detail herein, they are given for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention. Various substitutions, alterations, and modifications can be conceived without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle storage box suitable for installation in the headliner of a vehicle, comprising: First box; A second box connected to the first box, wherein the first box and the second box are pivotally connected via adjacent edges; and A releasable locking mechanism, configured to maintain the first housing and the second housing in a stable relative position. The second box can pivot relative to the first box about its adjacent side by releasing the locking mechanism, thereby changing the vehicle storage box from a first state to a second state in which it unfolds under gravity relative to the first state. In the first state, only the first opening of the first box can be accessed from the outside; in the second state, both the first opening of the first box and the second opening of the second box can be accessed from the outside. In the second state, the first box and the second box are arranged side by side adjacent to each other.

2. The vehicle storage box according to claim 1, wherein, The first box and the second box have the same shape.

3. The vehicle storage box according to claim 2, wherein, In the first state, the first box and the second box are stacked on top of each other; In the first state, the second loading / unloading port is closed by the wall of the first box.

4. The vehicle storage box according to claim 2 or 3, wherein, In the second state, the first pick-and-place port and the second pick-and-place port have the same orientation; and / or Both the first box and the second box are formed into a triangular prism shape, so that the first box and the second box are assembled into a parallelepiped shape in the first state.

5. The vehicle storage box according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The releasable locking mechanism includes Velcro and / or magnetic fasteners.

6. The vehicle storage box according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The vehicle storage box is configured such that the first box and the second box are respectively adapted to hold eyeglasses.

7. A vehicle comprising a vehicle storage box installed in the vehicle interior according to any one of claims 1-6.

8. The vehicle according to claim 7, wherein, The vehicle storage box has an initial position and a first intermediate position relative to the mounting surface. At the initial position, the vehicle storage box is embedded in the mounting surface. At the first intermediate position, the vehicle storage box extends into the vehicle interior relative to the mounting surface in the first state.

9. The vehicle according to claim 8, wherein, The vehicle storage box is held integrally within the mounting surface in the first state by a first retaining structure at the initial position; and / or The vehicle storage box can be changed from an initial position to a first intermediate position by releasing the first holding structure and held at the first intermediate position by a second holding structure on the mounting surface.

10. The vehicle according to claim 9, wherein, The vehicle storage box also has a second intermediate position relative to the mounting surface. The vehicle storage box can be changed from the first intermediate position to the second intermediate position by releasing the second retaining structure in a second operation, and in the second intermediate position, it is held protruding from the mounting surface in the first state by the third retaining structure; and / or In the second intermediate position, the vehicle storage box allows the device to transition from the first state to the second state by a third operation of releasing the locking mechanism.

11. The vehicle according to claim 10, wherein, The first retaining structure includes a pressing latching mechanism and / or a sliding retaining mechanism; The second retaining structure includes a press-lock mechanism; and / or The third holding structure includes a pivot holding mechanism.

12. The vehicle according to any one of claims 7-10, wherein, The mounting surface is the vehicle lining of the roof area of ​​the vehicle.

13. The vehicle according to claim 12, wherein, The in-vehicle storage box is installed in the headliner between the driver's seat and the passenger seat.

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