Multifunctional car folding armrest

By designing a multifunctional car folding armrest, the inconvenience and safety issues of getting on and off the car caused by the inability of existing armrests to fold are solved, higher convenience and safety are achieved, and it has a safety hammer function and is suitable for special groups such as the elderly and pregnant women.

CN116552350BActive Publication Date: 2025-09-09XIUSHUI YIKE ELECTRONIC PROD MANAGEMENT CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202310716453.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-06-16
Publication Date
2025-09-09
Estimated Expiration
2043-06-16

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing car armrests cannot be folded and are prone to sliding when in use, making it inconvenient to get on and off the car, and are particularly unsafe for the elderly, pregnant women and other groups.

Method used

A multifunctional automobile folding armrest is designed, which includes a fixed part and a folding part, which are connected by a spring rod and can be folded and unfolded. It has a safety hammer function. The armrest cover is provided with anti-slip grooves and sheet blades to enhance safety and convenience.

Benefits of technology

It improves the safety and convenience of passengers getting on and off the bus, has a safety hammer function, enhances the passengers' escape ability in emergency situations, has a reasonable structure, and is easy to install and disassemble.

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Abstract

The present invention discloses a multifunctional folding automobile armrest, comprising an armrest body, a fixed portion, a folding portion, a connecting rod within the fixed portion, an arcuate groove on one side of the fixed portion, the groove being positioned higher than the connecting rod, the fixed portion being connected to the folding portion via the connecting rod; a spring rod within the folding portion, the folding portion being connected to the fixed portion via the spring rod; one end of the spring rod being disposed within the arcuate groove and slidably connected to one side of the fixed portion; and the other end of the spring rod being fixedly connected to the other side of the fixed portion. The present invention provides a multifunctional folding automobile armrest having a reasonable structure, diverse functions, easier installation, disassembly, and carrying, improved safety, and greater convenience of use.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of automobile armrests, in particular to a multifunctional automobile folding armrest. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous improvement of automobile manufacturing level, people are paying more attention to the comfort of vehicle riding while pursuing the dynamic performance and economic performance of the vehicle. Therefore, the body accessory structure of the car must not only have functional characteristics, but also conform to the humanized design.

[0003] In the automotive field, existing vehicle armrests are generally fixedly mounted on seats or on the vehicle body, so that seat passengers can put their arms on the armrests, or the armrests make it more convenient for passengers to get on the vehicle.

[0004] Existing car armrests generally only have an armrest frame and cannot be folded. When in use, the armrest head easily slides between the car bolt, causing a threat to personal safety when getting on and off the car. Especially for the elderly, pregnant women and other groups, using existing armrests is very inconvenient and not safe. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a multifunctional automobile folding armrest which has a reasonable structure, multiple functions, is easier to install, disassemble and carry, improves safety and is more convenient to use.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides a multifunctional folding automobile armrest, comprising an armrest body, the armrest body including a fixing portion, the fixing portion including a folding portion, the fixing portion including a connecting rod, the fixing portion including an arc-shaped groove on one side, the groove being located higher than the connecting rod, and the fixing portion being connected to the folding portion via the connecting rod;

[0007] The folding portion includes a spring rod, and the folding portion is connected to the fixing portion through the spring rod; one end of the spring rod is arranged in the arc-shaped groove and is slidably connected to one side of the fixing portion; the other end of the spring rod is fixedly connected to the other side of the fixing portion.

[0008] The armrest body includes an armrest frame and an armrest cover. The armrest frame includes a rectangular groove. The shape of the armrest cover corresponds to the shape of the armrest frame. The armrest cover is sleeved on the armrest frame.

[0009] A protective cover is provided on the armrest cover.

[0010] The bottom of the protective cover comprises a sheet-shaped blade, one end of the blade is hinged to the bottom of the protective cover, and the other end is connected to the upper part of the armrest cover.

[0011] The front end of the armrest cover includes a U-shaped groove, and one end of the blade is arranged outside the U-shaped groove.

[0012] The protective cover includes anti-slip grooves.

[0013] The arc-shaped groove is in the shape of an arc-shaped groove with one end position lower than the other end position.

[0014] One end of the spring rod includes a knob, and the knob includes a knob column. The knob is connected to one end of the spring rod through the knob column; the knob is arranged on the arc-shaped groove.

[0015] The knob includes a locking slot, and the knob is arranged on the arc-shaped groove through the locking slot.

[0016] The other side of the fixing portion includes a spiral column, which includes a spring. The spiral column connects the fixing portion and the folding portion together through the spring.

[0017] Through the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: the vehicle armrest of the present invention includes a fixed end, on which a folding portion is provided, thereby making the use, carrying and storage of the present invention more convenient; the present invention has a reasonable structure, and is also easier to install and disassemble; the present invention has diverse functions, is safe and reliable to use, greatly improves the safety of passengers in the vehicle, and is suitable for widespread promotion. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a multifunctional automobile folding armrest according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is another structural schematic diagram of the multifunctional folding armrest for a car according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a disassembled schematic diagram of a multifunctional automobile folding armrest according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 Another disassembled schematic diagram of the multifunctional folding armrest for a car according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 5 This is another disassembled schematic diagram of the multifunctional folding armrest for a car according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a fourth disassembled schematic diagram of the multifunctional folding armrest for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembly of the folding portion of the multifunctional folding armrest for a car according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a fifth disassembly diagram of the multifunctional automobile folding armrest according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] The purpose, features and advantages of the present invention will be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with the embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field based on the embodiments of the present invention without making any creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0029] It should be noted that all directional indications in the embodiments of the present invention (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the various components under a certain specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0030] In the present invention, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "connection" and "fixation" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, "fixation" can mean fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection or electrical connection; direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; internal communication between two elements or interaction between two elements, unless otherwise specified. Those skilled in the art will be able to understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0031] In addition, in the present invention, descriptions such as "first" and "second" are for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of such features. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the fact that they can be implemented by ordinary technicians in this field. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the present invention.

[0032] The invention provides a multifunctional automobile folding armrest.

[0033] Reference Figures 1 to 7 In one embodiment of the present invention, the multifunctional folding armrest for a vehicle includes an armrest body 10, the armrest body 10 includes a fixing portion 20, the fixing portion 20 includes a folding portion 30, the fixing portion 30 includes a connecting rod 21, and one side of the fixing portion 20 includes an arcuate groove 22, the position of the arcuate groove 22 is higher than the position of the connecting rod 21, and the fixing portion 20 is connected to the folding portion 30 through the connecting rod 21;

[0034] The folding portion 30 includes a spring rod 31, and the folding portion 30 is connected to the fixing portion 20 through the spring rod 31; one end of the spring rod 31 is arranged in the arc-shaped groove 22 and is slidably connected to one side of the fixing portion 20; the other end of the spring rod 31 is fixedly connected to the other side of the fixing portion 20.

[0035] In this embodiment, preferably, the armrest body 10 and the fixing portion 20 are integrally formed; the armrest body 10 includes a rectangular groove 111, the fixing portion 20 also includes a groove body, and the connecting rod 21 is arranged in the groove body; the folding portion 30 includes a hollow groove, and the spring rod 31 is arranged in the hollow groove.

[0036] See Figure 4 In this embodiment, preferably, the arc groove 22 is an arc groove with one end position lower than the other end position, that is, the arc groove 22 is low at one end and high at the other end; the position of the arc groove 22 is higher than the position of the connecting rod 21, and preferably, the connecting rod 21 can be set at the bottom of the fixing part 20.

[0037] In this embodiment, one end of the spring rod 31 is in the arc groove 22 and is slidably connected to one side of the fixing portion 20; the other end of the spring rod 31 is fixedly connected to the other side of the fixing portion 20; preferably, one end of the arc groove 22 includes a first through hole 25, and the side of the folding portion 30 includes a second through hole 34. When in use, the first through hole 25 and the second through hole 34 are aligned, and one end of the spring rod 31 is arranged in the arc groove 22 through the second through hole 34 and the first through hole 25, so that the spring rod 31 is more firmly connected to the fixing portion 20.

[0038] When the spring rod 31 slides to the higher end of the arc groove 22, the folding portion 30 is closed and placed in the rectangular groove 111 of the armrest body 10 through the spring rod 31; when the spring rod 31 slides to the lower end of the arc groove 22, the folding portion 30 is opened and forms an unfolded state with the fixing portion 20.

[0039] In this embodiment, when using the present invention, the folding portion 30 is inserted into the car door lock, and the folding portion 30 forms an obtuse angle with the armrest body 10. Preferably, the folding portion 30 forms a 120° angle with the armrest body 10. When the elderly, patients, pregnant women and disabled people get on or off the car, they hold the handle of the car's folding armrest to support themselves getting on and off the car, which greatly enhances the safety of riding. Using the present invention is safer and more reliable.

[0040] In this embodiment, when an emergency occurs while the car is driving, the folding portion 30 can be unfolded and used as a safety hammer to smash the car window, allowing passengers to escape and get emergency help. Using the present invention as a safety hammer enhances the function of the present invention. At the same time, using the present invention, safety is more guaranteed when riding in a car.

[0041] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 In this embodiment, preferably, the armrest body 10 includes an armrest frame 11 and an armrest cover 12, the armrest frame includes a rectangular groove 111, and the shape of the armrest cover 12 corresponds to the shape of the armrest frame 11. Preferably, the armrest cover 12 includes a long groove 121 corresponding to the rectangular groove 111; the armrest cover 12 is sleeved on the armrest frame 11, and at the same time, the long groove 121 of the armrest cover 12 is sleeved on the rectangular groove 111.

[0042] The armrest cover 12 is provided on the armrest frame 11 to make the armrest body 10 safer and more reliable to use and more comfortable to use.

[0043] In this embodiment, further, preferably, a protective cover 13 is provided on the armrest cover 12. The protective cover 13 is used to protect the armrest cover 12 and extend the service life of the armrest cover 12.

[0044] In this embodiment, further, preferably, the protective cover 13 includes anti-slip grooves 131 .

[0045] Anti-slip grooves are provided on the protective cover 12 to prevent the armrest body 10 from being unstable when used and to prevent elderly people from slipping when using the armrest body 10 .

[0046] In this embodiment, the bottom of the protective cover 13 preferably includes a sheet-like blade 132, one end of which is hinged to the bottom of the protective cover 13 and the other end is connected to the upper portion of the armrest cover 12. The two ends of the sheet-like blade 132 are respectively connected to the protective cover 13 and the armrest cover 12, making the connection between the protective cover 13 and the armrest cover 12 more stable and preventing looseness that affects safety.

[0047] See Figure 5 , Figure 6In this embodiment, further, preferably, the front end of the armrest cover 12 includes a U-shaped groove 122 , and one end of the sheet-like blade 132 is arranged outside the U-shaped groove 122 .

[0048] In this embodiment, the U-shaped groove 122 divides the front end of the armrest cover 12 into two parts, and one end of the sheet-like blade 132 is exposed outside the U-shaped groove 122.

[0049] When encountering an emergency, the passenger can remove the present invention from the car door lock and use the sheet-like blade 132 to cut the safety belt to escape, which not only enhances the function of the present invention but also improves the safety of the passenger when using the present invention.

[0050] See Figure 7 , Figure 8 In this embodiment, preferably, one end of the spring rod 31 includes a knob 32, and the knob 32 includes a knob post 322. The knob 32 is connected to one end of the spring rod 31 through the knob post 322; the knob 32 is disposed on the arc-shaped groove 22. Furthermore, preferably, the knob 32 includes a button 321, which controls the knob 32 to slide the spring rod 31 in the arc-shaped groove 22, making it more convenient to use.

[0051] In this embodiment, further, preferably, the knob 32 includes a latching slot 3221 , and the knob 32 is disposed on the arc-shaped groove 22 through the latching slot 3221 .

[0052] The knob 32 is disposed on the arc-shaped groove 22 via the locking slot 3221 , so that the knob 32 can control the sliding of the spring rod 31 more stably, and the sliding effect of the spring rod 31 is better.

[0053] In this embodiment, further, preferably, the other side of the fixing portion 20 includes a spiral column 33 , and the spiral column 33 includes a spring 331 . The spiral column 33 connects the fixing portion 20 and the folding portion 30 together through the spring 331 .

[0054] In this embodiment, a circular hole 34 is provided on the other side of the fixing portion 20, and a circular groove 35 is included on the side of the folding portion 30; when the circular groove 35 of the folding portion 30 is aligned with the circular hole 34 of the fixing portion 20, the spiral column 33 fixes the fixing portion 20 and the folding portion 30 together through the spring 331 and the circular hole 34 and the circular groove 35 to prevent the connection between the fixing portion 20 and the folding portion 30 from loosening; preferably, the spiral column 33 includes a round ball (not shown in the figure), and the spiral column 33 fixes the fixing portion 20 and the folding portion 30 together through the round ball and the spring 331 to prevent the fixing portion 20 from loosening, which has a better effect.

[0055] During use, the spiral column 33 can be tightened to the other side of the fixing portion 20 by controlling it with a tool such as a screwdriver, so that the connection between the folding portion 30 and the fixing portion 20 is tighter and more stable.

[0056] The present invention solves the problem of difficulty in carrying and storing by providing a folding portion, thereby improving the convenience and flexibility of using, carrying and storing the product; the present invention can adopt an integrated all-metal structure that will not break, thereby greatly improving the quality of the product; the present invention has diverse functions, further ensuring the safety of passengers.

[0057] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention may be subject to various changes and improvements. All equivalent structural transformations made by using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the inventive concept of the present invention, or direct / indirect application in other related technical fields are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multifunctional folding automobile armrest, comprising an armrest body, the armrest body including a fixing portion, characterized in that: The device further comprises a folding portion, wherein the fixing portion comprises a connecting rod, and a side edge of the fixing portion comprises an arc-shaped groove, the position of the arc-shaped groove is higher than the position of the connecting rod, and the fixing portion is connected to the folding portion through the connecting rod; The folding portion includes a spring rod, and the folding portion is connected to the fixed portion through the spring rod; one end of the spring rod is arranged in the arc-shaped groove and is slidably connected to one side of the fixed portion; the other end of the spring rod is fixedly connected to the other side of the folding portion; The arc-shaped groove is in the shape of an arc-shaped groove with one end position lower than the other end position; One end of the spring rod includes a knob, the knob includes a knob column, and the knob is connected to the one end of the spring rod through the knob column; the knob is arranged on the arc-shaped groove; the knob includes a clamping slot, and the knob is arranged on the arc-shaped groove through the clamping slot; The other side of the fixing portion includes a spiral column, which includes a spring. The spiral column connects the fixing portion and the folding portion together through the spring.

2. The multifunctional folding armrest for automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The armrest body includes an armrest frame and an armrest cover. The armrest frame includes a rectangular groove. The shape of the armrest cover corresponds to the shape of the armrest frame. The armrest cover is sleeved on the armrest frame.

3. The multifunctional folding armrest for automobile according to claim 2, characterized in that: A protective cover is provided on the armrest cover.

4. The multifunctional folding armrest for automobile according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the protective cover comprises a sheet-shaped blade, one end of the blade is hinged to the bottom of the protective cover, and the other end is connected to the upper part of the armrest cover.

5. The multifunctional folding armrest for automobile according to claim 4, characterized in that: The front end of the armrest cover includes a U-shaped groove, and one end of the blade is arranged outside the U-shaped groove.

6. The multifunctional folding armrest for automobile according to claim 5, characterized in that: The protective cover includes anti-slip grooves.

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