Rotatable storage glove box and method of use

Abstract

The application relates to a rotatable storage glove box and a use method, and belongs to the technical field of automobile glove boxes. The rotatable storage glove box comprises a glove box frame, first lock holes and second lock holes are arranged on the left and right side walls in the inner cavity of the glove box frame; a glove box bucket is rotationally connected to the glove box frame; a first lock is arranged on the glove box frame and is used for opening or locking the glove box bucket; and a second lock is arranged on the glove box bucket. Therefore, the glove box has the advantages that space expansion can be realized without disassembling the glove box bucket, that is, the glove box bucket can be stored by being rotated upwards, the foot space and the leg space can be increased, a large-angle lying scene can be realized in cooperation with a co-driver seat, and the comfort of a driver and a passenger is greatly improved. The storage function is not affected after the glove box bucket is stored by being rotated, and the storage and space requirements are considered. The first lock and the second lock can be unlocked together, and the glove box bucket is convenient to disassemble.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive glove box technology, and in particular to a rotatable glove box and its usage method. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing number of family cars, consumers are paying more and more attention to the size of the car's interior space, especially the headroom, legroom, and trunk space. The size of the space directly affects the comfort of the driver and passengers as well as the carrying capacity of the cargo.

[0003] In related technologies, a glove box is a storage space integrated into the dashboard within the car's cockpit, typically located near the passenger's legs. There are two types of glove boxes: fixed and tilt-top. The common tilt-top type refers to a glove box where the inner compartment is integrated with the door panel, with the storage space on the door; when the door is opened, the inner compartment flips out. Tilting-top glove boxes offer greater convenience for users to access items inside, making them superior to fixed glove boxes.

[0004] However, the non-removable tipping glove box reduces interior space, causing inconvenience to passengers and affecting their comfort. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application provides a rotatable glove box and its usage method to solve the problem in related technologies that the flip-top glove box cannot be disassembled, which reduces the space inside the vehicle, causing inconvenience to drivers and passengers and affecting their comfort.

[0006] The first aspect of this application provides a rotatable glove box, comprising:

[0007] The glove box frame has a first lock hole and a second lock hole on both the left and right side walls of its inner cavity;

[0008] A glove box hopper, which is rotatably connected to the glove box frame;

[0009] A first lock is provided on the glove box frame and is used to open or lock the glove box compartment;

[0010] A second lock is provided on the glove box compartment;

[0011] When the second lock engages with the first lock hole, the glove box compartment is opened or closed using the second lock as a pivot.

[0012] When the first lock is in the locked state and the second lock is engaged with the second keyhole, the glove box compartment is positioned upward with the first lock as the pivot.

[0013] In some embodiments, the first lock includes a first linkage mechanism disposed on the glove box frame and two first locking rods connected to the first linkage mechanism, and the left and right sides of the glove box compartment are provided with third locking holes that cooperate with the first locking rods.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first linkage mechanism includes a first housing fixed to the glove box frame, a first connecting block rotatably connected to the first housing, a first coil spring disposed between the first connecting block and the first housing, a first locking rod rotatably connected to both ends of the first connecting block, and a first guide block disposed on the first housing to guide the first locking rod along its length.

[0015] In some embodiments, a first push-button switch is also included. A first lever is provided on the first locking rod. The first push-button switch includes a first outer cover fixed to the glove box frame. A first button and a first reversing block are movably connected inside the first outer cover. The first reversing block abuts between the first button and the first lever. The connection between the first reversing block and the first button is an inclined surface.

[0016] In some embodiments, the second lock includes a second linkage mechanism disposed on the glove box compartment and two second locking rods connected to the second linkage mechanism, wherein the first lock hole and the second lock hole are both adapted to the second locking rods.

[0017] In some embodiments, the second linkage mechanism includes a second housing fixed to the glove box hopper, a second connecting block rotatably connected to the second housing, a second coil spring disposed between the second connecting block and the second housing, a second locking rod rotatably connected to both ends of the second connecting block, and a second guide block for limiting the second locking rod disposed on the second housing.

[0018] In some embodiments, a second push switch is also included. A second lever is provided on the second locking rod. The second push switch includes a second outer cover fixed to the glove box compartment. A second button and a second reversing block are movably connected inside the second outer cover. The second reversing block abuts between the second button and the second lever. The connection between the second reversing block and the second button is an inclined surface.

[0019] In some embodiments, guide grooves are provided on the left and right side walls of the inner cavity of the glove box frame, and limiting members that cooperate with the guide grooves are provided on the left and right sides of the glove box compartment.

[0020] In some embodiments, a clearance groove is provided between the first lock hole and the second lock hole to avoid the second locking rod, and a slope surface for pressing the second locking rod is provided between the first lock hole and the clearance groove and between the second lock hole and the clearance groove.

[0021] A second aspect of this application provides a method for using a rotatable glove box, wherein the method uses the rotatable glove box described in any of the preceding claims, and the method includes the following steps:

[0022] When it is necessary to open the glove box compartment:

[0023] Keep the second locking bar on the second lock in the first keyhole;

[0024] Press the first press switch to disengage the first locking lever on the first lock from the third lock hole on the glove box compartment;

[0025] Rotate the glove box compartment outwards from the glove box frame using the second locking bar on the second lock as the pivot axis to open the glove box compartment.

[0026] When it is necessary to close the glove box compartment:

[0027] Keep the second locking bar on the second lock in the first keyhole;

[0028] Rotate the glove box compartment within the glove box frame using the second locking rod on the second lock as the axis of rotation;

[0029] The glove box compartment drives the first locking lever on the first lock to enter the third lock hole on the glove box compartment to close the glove box compartment.

[0030] When you need to store the glove box drawer:

[0031] Keep the first locking bar on the first lock in the third keyhole on the glove box compartment;

[0032] Press the second push switch to disengage the second locking rod on the second lock from the first lock hole;

[0033] Rotate the glove box compartment within the glove box frame using the first locking rod on the first lock as the axis of rotation;

[0034] The glove box frame drives the second locking lever on the second lock to enter the second lock hole to store the glove box compartment.

[0035] The beneficial effects of the technical solution provided in this application include:

[0036] This application provides a rotatable glove box and its usage method. The glove box frame has a first lock hole and a second lock hole on both the left and right side walls of its inner cavity. A glove box compartment is rotatably connected to the glove box frame. A first lock is disposed on the glove box frame and is used to open or lock the glove box compartment. A second lock is disposed on the glove box compartment. When the second lock engages with the first lock hole, the glove box compartment opens or closes around the second lock as a pivot. When the first lock is locked and the second lock engages with the second lock hole, the glove box compartment is positioned upwards around the first lock as a pivot.

[0037] Therefore, it has the advantage of expanding space without disassembling the glove box. By rotating the glove box upwards to store it, legroom and foot space are increased, allowing for a wide-angle reclining position when used with the passenger seat, thus greatly improving the comfort of passengers. Furthermore, rotating the glove box to store it does not affect its storage function, balancing storage and space requirements. Additionally, the first and second locks can be unlocked together for easy disassembly of the glove box. Attached Figure Description

[0038] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0039] Figure 1 This is a front view of the glove box compartment in the closed state according to an embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 2 This is a rear view of the glove box compartment in the closed state according to an embodiment of this application;

[0041] Figure 3 This is a front view of the glove box compartment in the open state according to an embodiment of this application;

[0042] Figure 4 This is a rear view of the glove box compartment in the open state according to an embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 5 This is a front view of the glove box compartment in its stowed state, as described in an embodiment of this application.

[0044] Figure 6 This is a rear view of the glove box compartment in its stored state according to an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first push-button switch according to an embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first linkage mechanism according to an embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second push-button switch according to an embodiment of this application;

[0048] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second linkage mechanism in an embodiment of this application.

[0049] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0050] 1. Glove box frame; 11. First lock hole; 12. Second lock hole; 2. Glove box compartment; 21. Third lock hole; 3. First lock; 31. First linkage mechanism; 311. First housing; 312. First connecting block; 313. First coil spring; 314. First guide block; 32. First locking rod; 321. First lever; 4. Second lock; 411. Second linkage mechanism; 412. Second housing; 413. Second coil spring; 414. Second guide block; 42. Second locking rod; 421. Second lever; 5. First push switch; 51. First outer cover; 52. First button; 53. First reversing block; 6. Second push switch; 61. Second outer cover; 62. Second button; 63. Second reversing block; 7. Guide groove; 8. Limiting component; 9. Clearance groove. Detailed Implementation

[0051] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0052] This application provides a rotatable glove box and its usage method, which solves the problem in related technologies that the flip-top glove box cannot be disassembled, which reduces the space inside the vehicle, causing inconvenience to drivers and passengers and affecting their comfort.

[0053] See Figures 1 to 10 As shown, a first aspect of this application provides a rotatable glove box, comprising:

[0054] The glove box frame 1 has a first lock hole 11 and a second lock hole 12 on both the left and right side walls of its inner cavity;

[0055] Glove box hopper 2 is rotatably connected to glove box frame 1;

[0056] The first lock 3 is disposed on the glove box frame 1 and is used to open or lock the glove box compartment 2;

[0057] The second lock 4 is installed on the glove box compartment 2;

[0058] When the second lock 4 engages with the first lock hole 11, the glove box 2 opens or closes with the second lock 4 as the pivot.

[0059] When the first lock 3 is in the locked state and the second lock 4 is engaged with the second lock hole 12, the glove box 2 is positioned upward with the first lock 3 as the pivot.

[0060] In this embodiment of the application, the glove box frame 1 has a first lock hole 11 and a second lock hole 12 on both the left and right side walls of the inner cavity. The glove box hopper 2 is rotatably connected to the glove box frame 1. A first lock 3 is provided on the glove box frame 1 and is used to open or lock the glove box hopper 2. A second lock 4 is provided on the glove box hopper 2. When opening or closing the glove box hopper 2, the second lock 4 acts as a pivot. When it is necessary to fold the glove box hopper 2 upward to expand the space for the feet and legs, the first lock 3 acts as a pivot.

[0061] In practice, when it is necessary to open the glove box compartment 2, the second lock 4 and the first lock hole 11 are kept locked, the first lock 3 is unlocked, and the glove box compartment 2 can be opened by rotating it outward from the glove box frame 1 using the second lock 4 as the pivot, so as to meet the storage needs.

[0062] When it is necessary to close the glove box 2, keep the second lock 4 and the first lock hole 11 locked, rotate the glove box 2 inward with the second lock 4 as the pivot axis to close the glove box 2, and then lock the glove box 2 with the first lock 3 to keep the glove box 2 closed.

[0063] When it is necessary to store the glove box 2 to expand the space for the feet and legs, the first lock 3 is kept in the locked state, the second lock 4 is disengaged from the first lock hole 11, and the glove box 2 is rotated into the glove box frame 1 with the first lock 3 as the axis of rotation. After the glove box 2 is rotated into place, the second lock 4 enters the first lock hole 11 to keep the glove box 2 in the stored state.

[0064] It should be noted that, compared to existing tipping glove boxes, the second lock 4 in this embodiment of the application acts as the pivot for opening and closing the glove box 2. By simultaneously unlocking the first lock 3 and the second lock 4, it is convenient to disassemble the glove box 2.

[0065] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this application embodiment provides a rotatable glove box. The first lock 3 of the rotatable glove box includes a first linkage mechanism 31 disposed on the glove box frame 1 and two first locking rods 32 connected to the first linkage mechanism 31. The left and right sides of the glove box compartment 2 are provided with third lock holes 21 that cooperate with the first locking rods 32.

[0066] The first linkage mechanism 31 in this application embodiment can be the lock body of a linkage lock in the prior art. It can drive the two first locking rods 32 at both ends to move closer or further apart. When the first linkage mechanism 31 drives the first locking rod 32 into the third lock hole 21, a locked state is achieved. When the first linkage mechanism 31 drives the first locking rod 32 to disengage from the third lock hole 21, an unlocked state is achieved.

[0067] It should be noted that the function of the first linkage mechanism 31 is to drive the two first locking rods 32 to move closer or further apart. Therefore, it is understood that other first linkage mechanisms 31 that can achieve this function can be used in this application. Those skilled in the art can make adaptive adjustments to the size, shape and material of the first linkage mechanism 31 according to the usage scenario and test conditions.

[0068] It should be noted that the connection between the first locking rod 32 and the third locking hole 21 is preferably cylindrical with rounded ends. When the first locking rod 32 enters the third locking hole 21, it can conveniently serve as a pivot for opening and closing the glove box 2.

[0069] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this application embodiment provides a rotatable glove box. The first linkage mechanism 31 of the rotatable glove box includes a first housing 311 fixed on the glove box frame 1. A first connecting block 312 is rotatably connected to the first housing 311. A first coil spring 313 is provided between the first connecting block 312 and the first housing 311. A first locking rod 32 is rotatably connected to both ends of the first connecting block 312. A first guide block 314 is provided on the first housing 311 to guide the first locking rod 32 along the length direction.

[0070] In this embodiment, the first housing 311 is fixed to the glove box frame 1 by bolts. The first coil spring 313 installed between the first connecting block 312 and the first housing 311 is used to assist the first connecting block 312 in rotating and resetting. The first locking rods 32 on both sides are provided with through holes. The two ends of the first connecting block 312 are fixed with short rods located in the through holes. The short rods and the through holes are fitted with a clearance. The first guide block 314 is used to guide the first locking rods 32 along the length direction of the first locking rods 32 to ensure the movement direction of the two first locking rods 32, so that the first locking rods 32 can enter and exit the third locking hole 21.

[0071] In practice, by rotating the first connecting block 312, the first coil spring 313 is deformed by force. The first connecting block 312 drives the first locking rods 32 on both sides to move away from or towards each other through the short rods at both ends. The first guide block 314 is used to guide and limit the first locking rods 32, thereby allowing the first locking rods 32 to enter or leave the third locking hole 21. When the first connecting block 312 is released, the first coil spring 313 restores its deformation to drive the first connecting block 312 to reset.

[0072] It should be noted that the function of the first locking rod 32 is to cooperate with the third locking hole 21 to achieve unlocking and locking. Therefore, it is understandable that the shape and arrangement of the first locking rod 32 can be adjusted according to actual needs. For example, the first locking rod 32 can be set in a J shape, that is, the first locking rod 32 extends to the outside of the glove box frame 1 by bending, first penetrating the glove box frame 1 and then extending to the inside of the third locking hole 21 to lock the glove box compartment 2. In this case, protrusions can be set on both sides of the glove box compartment 2, and the third locking hole 21 is set on the protrusions. At the same time, the protrusions are provided with inclined surfaces that compress the first locking rod 32. When the glove box compartment 2 is closed, the inclined surfaces compress the first locking rod 32, which facilitates the glove box compartment 2 to drive the first locking rod 32 into the third locking hole 21, avoiding the need to manually move the first locking rod 32 or the first connecting block 312 during the closing of the glove box compartment 2.

[0073] The first locking rod 32 can also extend directly into the third locking hole 21. In this case, the protrusion can be set on the inner side walls of the glove box 2. The protrusion is also provided with the third locking hole 21 and the inclined surface, so as to enable the glove box 2 to drive the first locking rod 32 into the third locking hole 21.

[0074] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this application embodiment provides a rotatable glove box. The rotatable glove box also includes a first push switch 5, and a first lever 321 is provided on the first locking rod 32. The first push switch 5 includes a first outer cover 51 fixed to the glove box frame 1. A first button 52 and a first reversing block 53 are movably connected inside the first outer cover 51. The first reversing block 53 abuts between the first button 52 and the first lever 321. The connection between the first reversing block 53 and the first button 52 is an inclined surface.

[0075] In this embodiment, the first push switch 5 is used to drive the first toggle block 321 to move the first locking rod 32. In conjunction with the first linkage mechanism 31, the first locking rods 32 on both sides move away from or closer to each other to enter and exit the first lock hole 11, thereby realizing the unlocking and locking of the glove box 2, which is convenient to operate.

[0076] In specific implementation, the first outer cover 51 of the first push switch 5 is fixed to the glove box frame 1 by bolts. The glove box frame 1 is provided with a mounting hole that matches the first button 52. The first button 52 is exposed on the front of the glove box frame 1. The first button 52 can be provided with a stepped surface to adapt to the mounting hole to prevent the first button 52 from falling off the glove box frame 1. The first reversing block 53 can be L-shaped. When the first button 52 is pressed, the first button 52 squeezes the first reversing block 53 through the inclined surface. The first reversing block 53 pushes the first lever 321 to move. The first lever 321 then drives the first locking rod 32 to move.

[0077] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10As shown, this application embodiment provides a rotatable glove box. The second lock 4 of the rotatable glove box includes a second linkage mechanism 41 disposed on the glove box compartment 2 and two second locking rods 42 connected to the second linkage mechanism 41. The first lock hole 11 and the second lock hole 12 are both adapted to the second locking rods 42.

[0078] The second linkage mechanism 41 in this embodiment can be the lock body of a linkage lock in the prior art. It can drive the two second locking rods 42 at both ends to move closer or further apart. When the second linkage mechanism 41 drives the second locking rods 42 into the first lock hole 11, it is used as a pivot for opening and closing the glove box 2. When the second locking rods 42 enter the second lock hole 12, they are used to position the glove box 2 into the glove box frame 1 to realize the storage of the glove box 2 and expand the space for the feet and legs.

[0079] It should be noted that the function of the second linkage mechanism 41 is to drive the two second locking rods 42 to move closer or further apart. Therefore, it is understood that other second linkage mechanisms 41 that can achieve this function can be used in this application. Those skilled in the art can make adaptive adjustments to the size, shape and material of the second linkage mechanism 41 according to the usage scenario and test conditions.

[0080] It should be noted that the end of the second locking rod 42 away from the second linkage mechanism 41 is preferably cylindrical and has rounded corners. When the second locking rod 42 enters the first locking hole 11, it can conveniently serve as a pivot for opening and closing the glove box 2.

[0081] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this application embodiment provides a rotatable glove box. The second linkage mechanism 41 of the rotatable glove box includes a second housing 411 fixed on the glove box compartment 2. A second connecting block 412 is rotatably connected to the second housing 411. A second coil spring 413 is provided between the second connecting block 412 and the second housing 411. A second locking rod 42 is rotatably connected to both ends of the second connecting block 412. A second guide block 414 for limiting the second locking rod 42 is provided on the second housing 411.

[0082] In this embodiment, the second housing 411 is fixed to the glove box 2 by bolts. The second coil spring 413 installed between the second connecting block 412 and the second housing 411 is used to assist the second connecting block 412 in rotating and resetting. The second locking rods 42 on both sides are provided with through holes. Both ends of the second connecting block 412 are fixed with short rods located in the through holes. The short rods and the through holes are fitted with a clearance. The second guide block 414 is used to guide the second locking rods 42 along the length direction of the second locking rods 42 to ensure the movement direction of the two second locking rods 42, so that the second locking rods 42 can enter and exit the first locking hole 11 or the second locking hole 12.

[0083] In practice, by rotating the second connecting block 412, the second coil spring 413 deforms under force. The second connecting block 412, through the short rods at both ends, drives the second locking rods 42 on both sides to move away from or towards each other. The second guide block 414 is used to guide and limit the second locking rods 42, thereby allowing the second locking rods 42 to enter or disengage from the first locking hole 11. When the second connecting block 412 is released, the second coil spring 413 restores its deformation to drive the second connecting block 412 to reset. It should be noted that when the second locking rod 42 needs to enter or disengage from the second locking hole 12, the glove box 2 needs to be in the retracted state.

[0084] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this application embodiment provides a rotatable glove box. The rotatable glove box also includes a second push switch 6. A second lever 421 is provided on the second locking rod 42. The second push switch 6 includes a second outer cover 61 fixed to the glove box compartment 2. A second button 62 and a second reversing block 63 are movably connected inside the second outer cover 61. The second reversing block 63 abuts between the second button 62 and the second lever 421. The connection between the second reversing block 63 and the second button 62 is an inclined surface.

[0085] The second push switch 6 in this embodiment is used to drive the second toggle block 421 to move the second locking rod 42, and cooperate with the second linkage mechanism 41 to realize that the second locking rods 42 on both sides move away from or closer to each other to enter or exit the first lock hole 11 or the second lock hole 12.

[0086] In specific implementation, the second outer cover 61 of the second push switch 6 is fixed to the glove box 2 by bolts. The glove box 2 is provided with a mounting hole for the second button 62. The second button 62 is exposed on the front of the glove box 2. The second button 62 can be provided with a stepped surface to adapt to the mounting hole to prevent the second button 62 from falling off the glove box 2. The second reversing block 63 can be L-shaped. When the second button 62 is pressed, the second button 62 presses the second reversing block 63 through the inclined surface. The second reversing block 63 pushes the second lever 421 to move. The second lever 421 then drives the second locking rod 42 to move.

[0087] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10 As shown in the figure, this application provides a rotatable glove box. The glove box frame 1 of the rotatable glove box has guide grooves 7 on both the left and right side walls of the inner cavity, and the glove box compartment 2 has limiting members 8 on both the left and right sides that cooperate with the guide grooves 7.

[0088] In this embodiment, the guide groove 7 consists of two sections. One section, in conjunction with the limiting member 8, guides and limits the opening and closing of the glove box 2. Specifically, when the limiting member 8 abuts against the near end of the guide groove 7, it keeps the glove box 2 in an open position at a certain angle. The other section, also in conjunction with the limiting member 8, guides and limits the glove box 2 when it is retracted upwards. Specifically, when the limiting member 8 abuts against the far end of the guide groove 7, the second locking rod 42 enters the second locking hole 12. The limiting member 8 can be a cylindrical slider or a roller, thus working with the guide groove 7 to guide and limit the glove box 2.

[0089] In some alternative embodiments: see Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this application embodiment provides a rotatable glove box. The rotatable glove box has a relief groove 9 between the first lock hole 11 and the second lock hole 12 to avoid the second locking rod 42. Slopes for squeezing the second locking rod 42 are provided between the first lock hole 11 and the relief groove 9 and between the second lock hole 12 and the relief groove 9.

[0090] In this embodiment, the clearance groove 9 is located between the first lock hole 11 and the second lock hole 12. When the second locking rod 42 moves in the middle of the clearance groove 9, it can remain extended, which can reduce the movement interference between the second locking rod 42 and the side of the glove box frame 1. The slopes at both ends of the clearance groove 9 are used to guide the second locking rod 42 to slide into the first lock hole 11 or the second lock hole 12.

[0091] In practice, when the first locking rod 32 is held in the third locking hole 21, pressing the second pressing switch 6 moves the second locking rod 42 out of the first locking hole 11. Rotating the glove box hopper 2 in the glove box frame 1 with the first locking rod 32 as the axis of rotation releases the second pressing switch 6, and the second locking rod 42 extends into the relief groove 9. Continuing to rotate the glove box hopper 2 causes the glove box hopper 2 to move the second locking rod 42. The slope near the second locking hole 12 presses against the second locking rod 42. In conjunction with the second coil spring 413 in the second linkage mechanism 41, the second locking rod 42 can automatically reset and extend into the second locking hole 12 when it moves to the second locking hole 12 to realize the storage of the glove box hopper 2.

[0092] See Figures 1 to 10 As shown, a second aspect of this application provides a method for using a rotatable glove box. The method uses the rotatable glove box of any of the above embodiments and includes the following steps:

[0093] When it is necessary to open glove box compartment 2:

[0094] Keep the second locking rod 42 on the second lock 4 within the first lock hole 11;

[0095] Press the first press switch 5 to disengage the first locking rod 32 on the first lock 3 from the third lock hole 21 on the glove box 2;

[0096] Rotate the glove box 2 outward from the glove box frame 1 with the second locking rod 42 on the second lock 4 as the pivot axis to open the glove box 2.

[0097] When it is necessary to close glove box hopper 2:

[0098] Keep the second locking rod 42 on the second lock 4 within the first lock hole 11;

[0099] Rotate the glove box hopper 2 inside the glove box frame 1 with the second locking rod 42 on the second lock 4 as the axis of rotation;

[0100] The glove box 2 drives the first locking rod 32 on the first lock 3 to enter the third locking hole 21 on the glove box 2 to close the glove box 2.

[0101] When glove box compartment 2 needs to be stored:

[0102] Keep the first locking bar 32 on the first lock 3 within the third locking hole 21 on the glove box 2;

[0103] Press the second press switch 6 to disengage the second locking rod 42 on the second lock 4 from the first lock hole 11;

[0104] Rotate the glove box 2 inside the glove box frame 1 with the first locking rod 32 on the first lock 3 as the axis of rotation;

[0105] The glove box frame 1 drives the second locking rod 42 on the second lock 4 into the second lock hole 12 to store the glove box compartment 2.

[0106] The embodiments of this application have the following advantages:

[0107] 1. The glove box compartment 2 can be rotated to greatly increase foot and leg space, and can be used in conjunction with the passenger seat to achieve a wide-angle reclining and other usage scenarios.

[0108] 2. Space expansion can be achieved without disassembling the glove box compartment 2. Simply press to unlock and then rotate; the operation is simple and convenient.

[0109] 3. The glove box compartment 2 can be rotated and stored without affecting its storage function, thus balancing storage and space requirements.

[0110] 4. The glove box only requires optimization of the shape and structure of the original locking lever and rotating shaft, without the need for additional complex mechanisms, resulting in lower costs and higher benefits.

[0111] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0112] It should be noted that in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0113] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A rotatable glove box, characterized in that, include: The glove box frame (1) has a first lock hole (11) and a second lock hole (12) on both the left and right sides of its inner cavity; The glove box compartment (2) is rotatably connected to the glove box frame (1); A first lock (3) is provided on the glove box frame (1) for opening or locking the glove box compartment (2); The second lock (4) is provided on the glove box compartment (2); When the second lock (4) engages with the first lock hole (11), the glove box compartment (2) is opened or closed with the second lock (4) as the pivot. When the first lock (3) is in the locked state and the second lock (4) is engaged with the second lock hole (12), the glove box compartment (2) is positioned upward with the first lock (3) as the pivot.

2. The rotatable glove box as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The first lock (3) includes a first linkage mechanism (31) set on the glove box frame (1) and two first locking rods (32) connected to the first linkage mechanism (31). The left and right sides of the glove box (2) are provided with third locking holes (21) that cooperate with the first locking rods (32).

3. A rotatable glove box as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The first linkage mechanism (31) includes a first housing (311) fixed on the glove box frame (1), a first connecting block (312) rotatably connected to the first housing (311), a first coil spring (313) provided between the first connecting block (312) and the first housing (311), a first locking rod (32) rotatably connected to both ends of the first connecting block (312), and a first guide block (314) provided on the first housing (311) to guide the first locking rod (32) along the length direction.

4. A rotatable glove box as described in claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes a first push switch (5), and a first lever (321) is provided on the first locking rod (32). The first push switch (5) includes a first outer cover (51) fixed to the glove box frame (1). A first button (52) and a first reversing block (53) are movably connected inside the first outer cover (51). The first reversing block (53) abuts between the first button (52) and the first lever (321). The connection between the first reversing block (53) and the first button (52) is an inclined surface.

5. A rotatable glove box as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The second lock (4) includes a second linkage mechanism (41) disposed on the glove box compartment (2) and two second locking rods (42) connected to the second linkage mechanism (41). The first lock hole (11) and the second lock hole (12) are both adapted to the second locking rods (42).

6. A rotatable glove box as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The second linkage mechanism (41) includes a second housing (411) fixed on the glove box hopper (2), a second connecting block (412) rotatably connected to the second housing (411), a second coil spring (413) provided between the second connecting block (412) and the second housing (411), a second locking rod (42) rotatably connected to both ends of the second connecting block (412), and a second guide block (414) provided on the second housing (411) for limiting the second locking rod (42).

7. A rotatable glove box as described in claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes a second push switch (6), and a second lever (421) is provided on the second locking rod (42). The second push switch (6) includes a second outer cover (61) fixed to the glove box (2). A second button (62) and a second reversing block (63) are movably connected inside the second outer cover (61). The second reversing block (63) abuts between the second button (62) and the second lever (421). The connection between the second reversing block (63) and the second button (62) is an inclined surface.

8. A rotatable glove box as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The glove box frame (1) has guide grooves (7) on both the left and right sides of its inner cavity, and the glove box hopper (2) has limiting members (8) that cooperate with the guide grooves (7) on both the left and right sides.

9. A rotatable glove box as described in claim 1, characterized in that: An avoidance groove (9) for avoiding the second locking rod (42) is provided between the first locking hole (11) and the second locking hole (12). A slope for squeezing the second locking rod (42) is provided between the first locking hole (11) and the avoidance groove (9) and between the second locking hole (12) and the avoidance groove (9).

10. A method of using a rotatable glove box, characterized in that, The method uses the rotatable storage glove box according to any one of claims 1 to 9, and the method includes the following steps: When it is necessary to open the glove box compartment (2): Keep the second locking bar (42) on the second lock (4) inside the first lock hole (11); Press the first press switch (5) to disengage the first locking rod (32) on the first lock (3) from the third lock hole (21) on the glove box compartment (2); Rotate the glove box compartment (2) outward from the glove box frame (1) with the second locking rod (42) on the second lock (4) as the axis of rotation to open the glove box compartment (2); When it is necessary to close the glove box compartment (2): Keep the second locking bar (42) on the second lock (4) inside the first lock hole (11); Rotate the glove box compartment (2) inside the glove box frame (1) with the second locking rod (42) on the second lock (4) as the axis of rotation; The glove box compartment (2) drives the first locking rod (32) on the first lock (3) to enter the third locking hole (21) on the glove box compartment (2) to close the glove box compartment (2); When it is necessary to store the glove box compartment (2): Keep the first locking bar (32) on the first lock (3) in the third locking hole (21) on the glove box compartment (2); Press the second push switch (6) to disengage the second locking rod (42) on the second lock (4) from the first lock hole (11); Rotate the glove box compartment (2) inside the glove box frame (1) with the first locking rod (32) on the first lock (3) as the axis of rotation; The glove box frame (1) drives the second locking bar (42) on the second lock (4) into the second lock hole (12) to store the glove box compartment (2).

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