A cushion framework structure, a vehicle seat and a vehicle

By using a seat frame structure made of thermoplastic material, integrating electronic components and functional ports, the problem of poor fit of metal frames is solved, enabling convenient addition of functional components and improving the functionality and user experience of the seat.

CN116872808BActive Publication Date: 2026-02-03MERCEDES BENZ GRP
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202311051780.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-08-21
Publication Date
2026-02-03
Estimated Expiration
2043-08-21

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Technical Problem

Existing vehicle seat cushion frames are made of metal or alloy materials, resulting in poor fit with the seat cushion, and adding functional components requires complex modifications.

Method used

The seat frame structure is made of thermoplastic material and integrates electronic components, wiring harnesses and function ports. It connects to external functional components through the function ports to realize electrical signal transmission and control.

Benefits of technology

It improves the fit between the seat frame and the seat cushion, and allows for the addition of functional components such as lumbar support and leg support without modifying existing seats, thus enhancing the user experience.

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Abstract

The application discloses a cushion framework structure, a vehicle seat and a vehicle, and belongs to the technical field of vehicle seats. The cushion framework structure can comprise a cushion framework main body, electronic elements, a wire harness and a function port, wherein the cushion framework main body is made of thermoplastic material; the electronic elements and the wire harness are integrated in the cushion framework main body; the electronic elements are electrically connected with the wire harness; the function port is arranged on the cushion framework main body and is electrically connected with the end portion of the wire harness and is used for being connected with external function components. The cushion framework structure integrates the electronic elements, the wire harness and the function port, improves the adhesion with the cushion, facilitates external function components, and reduces or even avoids the modification of the formed vehicle seat.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of vehicle seat technology, and more particularly to a seat cushion frame structure, a vehicle seat, and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] The seat cushion frame structure plays a crucial role in stabilizing the seat and supporting occupants. Currently, vehicle seat cushion frames are generally formed by stamping metal or alloy materials. While metal or alloy seat cushion frames offer good stability, they not only have relatively poor conformability to the seat cushion, but also require significant modifications to the seat and rewiring for additional functions such as lumbar massage, leg support, and back support. This modification process is complex and challenging. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a seat frame structure, a vehicle seat, and a vehicle. The main body of the seat frame structure is made of thermoplastic material, which can effectively improve the fit between the seat frame structure and the seat cushion. Since electronic components, wiring harnesses, and functional ports are all integrated on the seat frame structure, external functional components can be controlled by connecting to the functional ports and transmitting control electrical signals to the external functional components through the functional ports, wiring harnesses, and electronic components. This facilitates the connection of external functional components and reduces or even avoids the need to modify the existing vehicle seat.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a seat cushion frame structure, comprising: a seat cushion frame body, electronic components, wiring harnesses, and functional ports, wherein...

[0006] The main body of the seat cushion frame is made of thermoplastic material;

[0007] The electronic components and the wiring harness are integrated within the main body of the seat cushion frame;

[0008] The electronic component is electrically connected to the wire harness;

[0009] The functional port is located on the main body of the seat cushion frame and is electrically connected to the end of the wiring harness for connection with external functional components.

[0010] Optionally, the thermoplastic material includes any one or more combinations of GMT, EPP, and GMPU.

[0011] Optionally, the above-mentioned seat cushion frame structure further includes: tubing, wherein,

[0012] The pipeline is integrated into the main body of the seat cushion frame;

[0013] The conduit is used to guide the deployment of the wiring harness and to house the wiring harness.

[0014] Optionally, the tubing is deployed and formed during the fabrication of the seat cushion frame body.

[0015] Optionally, the seat cushion frame body is integrally formed with the pipeline.

[0016] Optionally, the seat cushion frame body is integrally formed with the wiring harness.

[0017] Optionally, the above-mentioned seat cushion frame structure further includes: a connector integrated into the main body of the seat cushion frame, wherein,

[0018] The connector is either fixedly or movably connected to the external functional component.

[0019] The functional port is electrically connected to the control line / electrical connection line of the external functional component.

[0020] Optionally, the functional components connected to the functional port include any one or more of the following:

[0021] Leg rest, leg rest adjustment mechanism, massage structure, lumbar support structure, adjustment button, seat cushion airbag structure, sensor, ventilation structure and ECU controller.

[0022] Optionally,

[0023] The surface of the main body of the seat cushion frame is provided with a limiting part, wherein...

[0024] The limiting portion matches the surface structure of the foam layer of the vehicle seat to stabilize the foam layer.

[0025] Optionally,

[0026] The electronic components are connected to the vehicle control unit via the wiring harness and the functional port, and are used to convert the logic control signals of the vehicle control unit into electrical signals for controlling the external functional components.

[0027] In a second aspect, embodiments of the present invention provide a vehicle seat, including: the seat cushion frame structure provided in the first aspect embodiment above.

[0028] Thirdly, embodiments of the present invention provide a vehicle, including: the seat frame structure provided in the first aspect embodiment above.

[0029] The technical solution of the above invention has the following advantages or beneficial effects:

[0030] The seat cushion frame structure provided in this embodiment of the invention is made of thermoplastic material. Compared with materials such as metal and alloy, thermoplastic material can effectively improve the fit between the seat cushion frame structure and the seat cushion. In addition, since electronic components, wiring harnesses, and functional ports are all integrated into the seat cushion frame structure, external functional components can be controlled by connecting to the functional ports and transmitting control electrical signals to the external functional components through the functional ports, wiring harnesses, and electronic components. This facilitates the connection of external functional components, meaning that external or additional functional components can be added to the vehicle seat with minimal or even no modification to the existing vehicle seat. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the relative relationships of some components of the seat frame structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the seat cushion frame structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the seat frame structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a seat frame structure with a leg support component provided according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the control direction of the leg support functional component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a seat frame structure with a lumbar support component installed according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the main process of a method for integrating multiple additional or auxiliary functions into a vehicle seat and adjusting the accessories or auxiliary functions according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0039] 10-Seat cushion frame structure; 11-Seat cushion frame main body; 111-Limiting part; 12-Electronic components; 13-Wiring harness; 14-Function port; 15-Pipeline; 16-Connector; 20-Vehicle control unit; 30-. Detailed Implementation

[0040] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, illustrates exemplary embodiments of the present invention, including various details to aid understanding. These details should be considered merely exemplary. Therefore, those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications can be made to the embodiments described herein without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Similarly, for clarity and brevity, descriptions of well-known functions and structures are omitted in the following description.

[0041] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments of the present invention and the technical features thereof can be combined with each other.

[0042] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., included in the terminology of this invention are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific number or order. It should be understood that such terms can be used interchangeably where appropriate; this is merely a distinguishing method used in the embodiments of this invention when describing objects with the same attributes.

[0043] The vehicles involved in the embodiments of the present invention may be internal combustion engine vehicles that use an engine as a power source, hybrid vehicles that use an engine and an electric motor as power sources, electric vehicles that use an electric motor as a power source, etc.

[0044] The thermoplastic material involved in the embodiments of the present invention is a polymer compound material that is plastic at a certain temperature, solidifies after cooling, and can repeat this process.

[0045] In the embodiments of the present invention, the integration of one structure into another structure generally refers to deploying or installing the structure in the other structure during the manufacturing process of the other structure, or reserving installation space for the other structure during the manufacturing process of the other structure, so that the other structure can be installed into the reserved space at any stage.

[0046] The seat cushion frame structure involved in this invention is part of a vehicle seat. A foam layer and a cover layer can be disposed on it. This seat cushion frame structure, foam layer, and cover layer are the core structures constituting the seat cushion in a vehicle seat. This seat cushion frame structure has a certain degree of rigidity and support performance to meet the needs of vehicle seats for occupant support.

[0047] Figures 1 to 4 and Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the relative relationships of some components of the seat cushion frame structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Wherein, Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the seat frame structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 2 A cross-sectional structural diagram of the seat cushion frame structure is shown as an example; Figure 3An exemplary cross-sectional structural diagram of the seat cushion frame structure is shown; Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a seat frame structure with a leg support component is shown as an example. Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a seat cushion frame structure with a lumbar support component is shown as an example. Figures 1 to 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the seat frame structure 10 provided in this embodiment of the invention may include: a seat frame body 11, electronic components 12, wiring harnesses 13, and functional ports 14, wherein,

[0048] The main body 11 of the seat cushion frame is made of thermoplastic material;

[0049] Electronic components 12 and wiring harness 13 are integrated into the seat cushion frame body 11;

[0050] Electronic component 12 is electrically connected to wire harness 13;

[0051] Functional port 14 is located on the seat frame body 11 and is electrically connected to the end of the wiring harness 13 for connection to external functional components 30.

[0052] Thermoplastic materials include any one or more combinations of GMT, EPP, and GMPU.

[0053] GMT is a type of glass fiber thermoplastic prepreg. EPP is a type of polypropylene foam material, which is a highly crystalline polymer / composite material. GMPU is a glass fiber polyurethane material. GMT, EPP, and GMPU are all thermoplastic. By combining one or more of these materials in a mold and controlling parameters such as the plasticizing temperature, a seat cushion frame that meets the requirements of vehicle seats can be obtained.

[0054] The functional components connected to functional port 14 include any one or more of the following:

[0055] Leg rest, leg rest adjustment mechanism, massage structure, lumbar support structure, adjustment button, seat cushion airbag structure, sensor, ventilation structure and ECU controller.

[0056] In addition, these functional components can also be directly integrated into the seat cushion frame body 11 during the manufacturing process. For example, ventilation structures, ECU controllers, seat belt reminder controllers, etc., can all be directly integrated into the seat cushion frame body 11 during the manufacturing process.

[0057] The electronic component 12 converts onboard control units, such as existing control units in the vehicle or the ECU controller located within the seat frame body 11, into differentiated electrical signals that can be recognized by different types of functional components, thereby controlling the functional components through these electrical signals. These different types of functional components can refer to components with different functions, or components that have different recognizable electrical signals but the same function. For example, lumbar support and leg support are different types of functional components, and leg support of different models or manufacturers is also a different type of functional component.

[0058] The wiring harness 13 is a cable deployed to transmit electrical signals between the electronic component 12 and the vehicle control unit 20, and between the electronic component and the functional components. The wiring harness 13 can be laid out according to the location of the functional port 14, the electronic component 12, and the control unit / controller integrated in the seat frame body 11.

[0059] Functional port 14 is an interface that establishes an electrical connection with a functional component and provides electrical signals to the functional component. In this embodiment of the invention, different types of functional ports can be integrated on the seat frame body 11 to meet the needs of different types of functional components. For example, different types of functional ports can be provided at the location where the leg rest is installed so that leg rests with different interfaces can be used on the seat frame body 11.

[0060] It is worth noting that during the manufacturing process of the seat cushion frame body 11, some functional components, such as ventilation structures and seat belt reminder controllers, can be directly integrated into the seat cushion frame body 11.

[0061] against Figures 1 to 4 and Figure 6 The provided seat cushion frame structure features a main body made of thermoplastic material. Compared to materials such as metals and alloys, thermoplastic materials effectively improve the fit between the seat cushion frame structure and the seat cushion. Furthermore, since electronic components, wiring harnesses, and functional ports are all integrated into the seat cushion frame structure, external functional components can be controlled by connecting to these functional ports and transmitting control electrical signals through the ports, wiring harnesses, and electronic components. This facilitates the connection of external functional components, allowing for the addition or external installation of functional components to vehicle seats with minimal or even no modification to existing vehicle seats.

[0062] To clearly illustrate the relative relationships among the seat cushion frame body 11, electronic components, wiring harness 13, functional ports 14, and conduits 15, further explanation is provided using methods such as... Figure 2 The cross-sectional view of the seat cushion frame structure shown and Figure 3 The cross-sectional schematic diagram of the seat cushion frame structure shown is described in detail. Among them, Figure 2 The cross-sectional view shown is based on Figure 1 The dashed line AA shown is moved along direction D to cut the seat cushion frame structure; Figure 3 The schematic diagram of the cross-section shown is based on Figure 1 The BB dashed line shown is moved downwards to cut the seat cushion frame structure.

[0063] There are two possible relationships between the seat cushion frame body 11 and the wiring harness 13.

[0064] Regarding the first relationship between the seat cushion frame body 11 and the wiring harness 13, the wiring harness 13 is integrated into the seat cushion frame body 11 through the conduit 15 laid on the seat cushion frame body 11. Specifically, as... Figure 3 As shown, the seat frame structure provided in this embodiment of the invention may further include: a pipe 15, wherein the pipe 15 is integrated into the seat frame body 11; the pipe 15 is used to guide the deployment of the wire harness 13 and to accommodate the wire harness 13.

[0065] Specifically, the pipes 15 are deployed and formed during the fabrication of the seat cushion frame body 11. That is, during the fabrication of the seat cushion frame body 11, the pre-formed pipes are placed in the mold according to the wiring harness deployment requirements.

[0066] The seat cushion frame body 11 and the pipe 15 are integrally formed. That is, the pipe 15 and the seat cushion frame body 11 are bonded and cured into one piece.

[0067] In addition to using existing pre-formed pipes, the aforementioned pipes 15 can also be constructed by directly forming a groove structure within the seat cushion frame body 11 during the manufacturing process using a mold, with this groove structure serving as the pipe 15. Subsequent wiring harnesses can be deployed based on these pipes 15, simplifying the wiring harness deployment process and avoiding modifications to the vehicle seat.

[0068] The second relationship between the seat frame body 11 and the wiring harness 13 is that the wiring harness 13 is directly integrated into the seat frame body 11, that is, the seat frame body 11 and the wiring harness 13 are integrally formed.

[0069] By integrating the wiring harness 13 into the seat frame body 11, it is convenient to add functional components that can be connected to the functional port 14 connected to the wiring harness 13 directly to the vehicle seat in the future.

[0070] In addition, by integrating the wiring harness 13 into the seat frame body 11, the wiring harness 13 can be used safely, and the wiring harness layout can be prevented from being damaged on the outside.

[0071] Furthermore, such as Figures 1 to 4 and Figure 6As shown, the aforementioned seat cushion frame structure may further include: a connector 16 integrated on the seat cushion frame body 11, wherein the connector 16 is fixedly or movably connected to an external functional component; the functional port 14 is electrically connected to the control line / electrical connection line of the external functional component. This connector can be a movable bracket that can be controlled by the vehicle control unit 20, such as... Figure 4 The connector 16 shown, which connects to the leg rest functional component 30, is a movable bracket connected to the wiring harness and controllable by the vehicle control unit 20. For example, the vehicle control unit 20 sends an angle adjustment signal to the aforementioned electronic component 12, which converts the angle signal into an electrical signal and transmits it to the movable bracket via the wiring harness 13. This movable bracket, under control, can rotate the connected leg rest functional component 30, for example, adjusting the leg rest functional component 30. Figure 5 The R1 angle or R2 angle shown are examples of this. In addition, the vehicle control unit 20 can also send an angle control electrical signal to the leg rest through the functional port 14 connected to the electronic component 12, wiring harness 13, and the leg rest functional component 30, so that the leg rest can rotate relative to the bracket.

[0072] For example, Figure 6 The diagram shows a functional component 30 for installing an external lumbar support in the area of ​​the seat frame body 11 corresponding to the occupant's waist. The port of the lumbar support is connected to a functional port 14 on the seat frame body 11. The lumbar support control signal is sent to the electronic component 12 through the vehicle control unit. The electronic component 12 converts the lumbar support control signal into an electrical signal that can be recognized by the controller inside the lumbar support, and transmits the electrical signal to the lumbar support functional component 30 through the wiring harness 13 and the corresponding functional port 14 to achieve the purpose of controlling the lumbar support.

[0073] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the surface of the aforementioned seat cushion frame body 11 is provided with a limiting portion 111, wherein the limiting portion 111 matches the surface structure of the foam layer of the vehicle seat to stabilize the foam layer. Specifically, as shown... Figure 3 As shown, the limiting part 111 can be a protrusion or groove of different sizes provided on the surface of the seat frame body 11. By providing grooves that match the protrusions on the surface of the seat frame body 11 and protrusions that match the grooves on the surface of the seat frame body 11 in the foam layer, the foam layer can be stabilized better.

[0074] The aforementioned electronic component 12 is connected to the vehicle control unit via wiring harness 13 and function port 14, and is used to convert the logic control signals of the vehicle control unit into electrical signals for controlling external functional components.

[0075] By converting electronic components 12 into electrical signals that control external or internally integrated functional components, it is possible to better accommodate the installation of different functions, models, and manufacturers of functional components for vehicle seats, thus expanding the range of selectable functional components. This makes the seat cushion frame structure more adaptable.

[0076] The present invention also provides a method for integrating multiple additional or auxiliary functions into a vehicle seat based on the seat frame structure provided in the above embodiments, and for adjusting the accessories or auxiliary functions. Figure 7 This diagram illustrates the main flow of a method for integrating multiple additional or auxiliary functions into a vehicle seat and adjusting these functions. Figure 7 As shown, the method for integrating multiple additional or auxiliary functions into a vehicle seat and adjusting these functions may include the following steps:

[0077] Step S701: Establish the connection between the functional ports of the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components and the target functional ports in the seat frame structure that match the functional ports of the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components;

[0078] For example, targeting Figure 4 The leg component 30 shown is connected by connecting the interface / port of the leg rest to a target functional port on the seat frame body corresponding to the installation position of the leg rest (the target functional port matches the port of the leg rest). This connection can be plug-in.

[0079] For example, regarding Figure 6 The lumbar support component 30 shown is connected by a plug-in connection between the lumbar support interface / port and a target functional port on the seat frame body corresponding to the lumbar support installation position (the target functional port matches the port of the lumbar support).

[0080] Step S702: The additional functional component / auxiliary functional component is fixedly / movably connected by the connectors in the seat frame structure corresponding to the locations of the additional functional component / auxiliary functional component;

[0081] The fixed or movable connection can secure the additional / auxiliary functional components to the vehicle seat using relatively simple installation methods such as snap-fit ​​or screw-in.

[0082] Step S703: The user sends a command to the vehicle control unit to control the additional function components / auxiliary function components;

[0083] This step can involve the user triggering functions or other components on the in-vehicle display, causing the in-vehicle control unit to generate control commands based on the user's actions. For example, the user could select the adjustment angle of the leg rest via the in-vehicle display screen. Alternatively, this step can also involve the user sending commands to the in-vehicle control unit by controlling the steering wheel or buttons on the center console.

[0084] Step S704: The vehicle control unit sends instructions to the electronic components for controlling the additional / auxiliary functional components through its connected functional ports;

[0085] Step S705: The electronic component converts the instruction into an electrical control signal that can be recognized by the additional function component / auxiliary function component, and sends the electrical control signal to the additional function component / auxiliary function component through the wiring harness and function port;

[0086] Step S706: After receiving the electrical control signal, the additional function component / auxiliary function component performs an action that matches the electrical control signal.

[0087] This action can be as follows: Figure 5 The leg support shown can be rotated counterclockwise by an angle R1 or R2, etc.

[0088] It is worth noting that the electronic component 12 is pre-configured with various conversion rules or strategies between electrical signals to complete the conversion process based on these rules and strategies. These conversion rules or strategies can be set according to various types and models of functional components available on the market. These conversion rules or strategies can be determined and programmed by those skilled in the art based on the signals of the vehicle control unit and the signals that the functional components can recognize.

[0089] Furthermore, this embodiment of the invention provides a vehicle seat, wherein the vehicle seat includes the seat cushion frame structure provided in the above embodiments. Without making complex modifications to the vehicle seat, it is possible to add components with additional or auxiliary functions to the vehicle seat. By integrating components with additional or auxiliary functions through the seat cushion frame structure, the user's riding experience can be improved.

[0090] Furthermore, embodiments of the present invention provide a vehicle that may include the seat frame structure provided in the above embodiments.

[0091] The system structures and method steps described in the above embodiments are merely illustrative of the purpose of understanding the structure, method, and core ideas of this invention. Those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this invention without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the scope of protection of the claims.

[0092] On the one hand, the electronic components, wiring harnesses, and additional / auxiliary functional components integrated into the main body of the seat frame provided by the embodiments of the present invention can control the operation mode of the additional / auxiliary functional components through the vehicle control unit in combination with the wiring harnesses and electronic components. That is, the operation logic of the additional / auxiliary functional components is integrated into the existing vehicle control unit.

[0093] On the other hand, the operating logic of the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components integrated on the seat cushion frame body provided in the embodiments of the present invention can also be encapsulated in a separate control unit. Regardless of whether the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components integrated on the seat cushion frame body are integrated into an existing vehicle control unit or encapsulated in a separate control unit, the program implementing the operating logic of the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components integrated on the seat cushion frame body can be a program product, comprising a program carried on a vehicle controller-readable medium, the program containing program code for executing the operating logic of the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components integrated on the seat cushion frame body. In such embodiments, the program code executing the operating logic of the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components integrated on the seat cushion frame body can be downloaded and installed from a network, and / or installed from a removable medium. When the program code is executed by the vehicle controller (e.g., ECU), the functions defined by the additional functional components / auxiliary functional components integrated on the seat cushion frame body of the present invention are performed.

[0094] It should be noted that the readable medium for controlling the additional / auxiliary functional components integrated into the seat frame body as shown in this invention can be a vehicle controller readable signal medium or a vehicle controller readable storage medium, or any combination of the two. The vehicle controller readable storage medium can be, for example,—but not limited to—an electrical, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, infrared, or semiconductor system, device, or any combination thereof. More specific examples of the vehicle controller readable storage medium may include, but are not limited to: an electrical connection with one or more wires, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), optical fiber, portable compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM), optical storage device, magnetic storage device, or any suitable combination thereof. In this invention, the readable storage medium of the vehicle controller implementing the child seat ventilation system can be any tangible medium containing or storing a program that can be used by or in conjunction with an instruction execution system, device, or device. In this invention, the readable signal medium for implementing split-type air conditioning control can include a data signal propagated in baseband or as part of a carrier wave, carrying vehicle controller readable program code. The transmitted data signal can take various forms, including but not limited to electromagnetic signals, optical signals, or any suitable combination thereof. The readable signal medium enabling the control of the additional / auxiliary functional components integrated into the seat frame can also be any readable medium other than the vehicle controller's readable storage medium, which can send, propagate, or transmit programs for use by or in conjunction with an instruction execution system, device, or apparatus. The program code contained on the readable medium enabling the control of the additional / auxiliary functional components integrated into the seat frame can be transmitted using any suitable medium, including but not limited to: wireless, wired, optical fiber, RF, etc., or any suitable combination thereof.

[0095] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings, relating to various embodiments, illustrate the architecture, functions, and operations that may be implemented according to various embodiments of the present invention regarding the systems and methods. It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the step blocks may occur in a different order than that shown in the drawings. For example, two consecutively indicated blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, or they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each block in the block diagram or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in the block diagram or flowchart, can be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified functions or operations, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

[0096] The logic processing in the vehicle controller described in the embodiments of the present invention can be implemented in software or in hardware.

[0097] In another aspect, the present invention also provides a readable medium for an in-vehicle controller, which may be included in the device described in the above embodiments; or it may exist independently and not be installed in the device. The readable medium for the in-vehicle controller carries one or more programs, which, when executed by the device, cause the device to include: generating drive signals and outputting drive signals to a driver, etc.

[0098] According to the technical solution of the present invention, the main body of the seat cushion frame structure is made of thermoplastic material. Compared with materials such as metal and alloy, thermoplastic material can effectively improve the fit between the seat cushion frame structure and the seat cushion. In addition, since electronic components, wiring harnesses, and functional ports are all integrated on the seat cushion frame structure, external functional components can be controlled by connecting to the functional ports and transmitting control electrical signals to the external functional components through the functional ports, wiring harnesses, and electronic components. This facilitates the connection of external functional components, meaning that external or additional functional components can be added to the vehicle seat while minimizing or even avoiding modifications to the existing vehicle seat.

[0099] The specific embodiments described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that various modifications, combinations, sub-combinations, and substitutions can occur depending on design requirements and other factors. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this invention should be included within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A seat cushion frame structure, characterized in that, include: The seat cushion frame consists of a main body (11), electronic components (12), wiring harness (13), and functional ports (14), among which... The main body of the seat cushion frame (11) is made of thermoplastic material; The electronic components (12) and the wiring harness (13) are integrated into the seat cushion frame body (11). Specifically, the electronic components (12) and the wiring harness (13) are deployed and installed in the seat cushion frame body (11) during the manufacturing process. The manufacturing of the seat cushion frame body (11) includes: the thermoplastic material is molded into the seat cushion frame body (11) by controlling parameters. The electronic component (12) is electrically connected to the wire harness (13); The functional port (14) is located on the main body (11) of the seat frame and is electrically connected to the end of the wiring harness (13) for connecting to external functional components.

2. The seat cushion frame structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thermoplastic material includes any one or more combinations of GMT, EPP, and GMPU.

3. The seat cushion frame structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: Pipeline (15), of which, The pipe (15) is integrated into the main body of the seat cushion frame (11); The conduit (15) is used to guide the deployment of the wire harness (13) and to accommodate the wire harness (13).

4. The seat cushion frame structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pipes (15) are deployed and formed during the preparation of the main body (11) of the seat cushion frame; And / or, The seat cushion frame body (11) and the pipeline (15) are integrally formed.

5. The seat cushion frame structure according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The seat frame body (11) and the wiring harness (13) are integrally formed.

6. The seat cushion frame structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The connector (16) integrated into the main body (11) of the seat cushion frame, wherein, The connector (16) is either fixedly or movably connected to the external functional component; The functional port (14) is electrically connected to the control line / electrical connection line of the external functional component.

7. The seat frame structure according to claim 1 or 6, characterized in that, The functional components connected to the functional port (14) include any one or more of the following: Leg rest, leg rest adjustment mechanism, massage structure, lumbar support structure, adjustment button, seat cushion airbag structure, sensor, ventilation structure and ECU controller.

8. The seat cushion frame structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface of the main body (11) of the seat cushion frame is provided with a limiting part (111), wherein, The limiting part (111) matches the surface structure of the foam layer of the vehicle seat to stabilize the foam layer; And / or, The electronic component (12) is connected to the vehicle control unit via the wiring harness (13) and the functional port (14) to convert the logic control signals of the vehicle control unit into electrical signals for controlling the external functional components.

9. A vehicle seat, characterized in that, include: The seat frame structure according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The seat frame structure according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

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