Seat assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The application provides a seat assembly and a vehicle, the seat assembly comprising: a first seat, a second seat, a first display device arranged on the first seat, and a second display device arranged on the second seat, the first display device and the second display device being used in combination, and in the combined use state, an image displayed by the first display device and an image displayed by the second display device can be combined into a complete image. The application can improve the entertainment experience of a user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more specifically, to a seat assembly and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In modern life, cars have become an integral part of people's lives, and many people choose cars as their means of transportation. With the continuous advancement of the automotive industry, people's demand for car entertainment functions is increasing.

[0003] Currently, some cars lack multi-user collaborative entertainment features, failing to meet users' infotainment needs and reducing the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides a seat assembly and vehicle that can enhance the user's entertainment experience.

[0005] This application provides a seat assembly, including a first seat, a second seat, a first display device disposed on the first seat and a second display device disposed on the second seat, wherein the first display device and the second display device can be used in combination, and in the combined use state, the image displayed by the first display device and the image displayed by the second display device can be combined into a complete image.

[0006] Optionally, the first seat has a first armrest on the side facing the second seat, the first armrest has a first storage compartment, and the first display device can be stored in the first storage compartment; and / or the second seat has a second armrest on the side facing the first seat, the second armrest has a second storage compartment, and the second display device can be stored in the second storage compartment.

[0007] Optionally, the first armrest of the first seat is provided with the first storage compartment, and the first seat includes a first drive assembly disposed within the first storage compartment. The first drive assembly is used to drive the first display device to move out of and into the first storage compartment along the height direction of the first seat; and / or the second armrest of the second seat is provided with the second storage compartment, and the second seat includes a second drive assembly disposed within the second storage compartment. The second drive assembly is used to drive the second display device to move out of and into the second storage compartment along the height direction of the second seat.

[0008] Optionally, the first driving component includes a driving part and a transmission part. The transmission part includes a first part connected to the driving part and a second part disposed on the first display device. The first part and the second part are connected in a transmission manner.

[0009] Optionally, the first seat further includes a guide member disposed in the first storage compartment, and the first display device is provided with a guide engagement member that cooperates with the first guide member. The first guide member and the guide engagement member slide or roll in the direction of the first display device moving out of and into the first storage compartment.

[0010] Optionally, the first seat further includes a second guide member disposed in the first storage compartment. One end of the second guide member is connected to the end of the first guide member, and the guiding direction of the other end is perpendicular to the end direction of the second guide member. The second guide member is movably engaged with the guide mating member.

[0011] Optionally, the first seat further includes a first protective plate, which is configured to cover the display surface of the first display device.

[0012] Optionally, the first protective plate is a flexible plate, the first armrest of the first seat is provided with the first storage compartment, and the first protective plate has an unfolded state and a folded state. In the unfolded state, the first protective plate can cover the display surface of the first display device, and in the folded state, the first protective plate is housed in the first storage compartment.

[0013] Optionally, one end of the first protective plate is slidably disposed in the first storage compartment, and the other end of the first protective plate is a free end, which is subjected to external force to switch the first protective plate between an unfolded state and a folded state.

[0014] Optionally, the first protective plate further includes a push-pull assembly disposed at the free end, through which external force is applied to the free end.

[0015] Optionally, the first display device includes a magnetic suction part, and the second display device includes a magnetic attraction part. When the first display device and the second display device are used together, the magnetic suction part and the magnetic attraction part are attracted and engaged.

[0016] A second aspect of this application provides a vehicle including a seat assembly as described in any of the preceding claims, and an entertainment control module, the entertainment control module being configured to receive entertainment control commands and transmit images to a first display device and a second display device according to the entertainment control commands.

[0017] Optionally, the seat assembly further includes a sensor disposed on the first display device and / or the second display device. The sensor is used to sense the distance between the first display device and the second display device. When the distance between the first display device and the second display device is less than a threshold distance, the sensor generates the entertainment control command and outputs it to the entertainment control module.

[0018] Optionally, the first display device includes a magnetic suction part, and the second display device includes a magnetic attraction part. When the first display device and the magnetic attraction part are used together, the magnetic suction part and the magnetic attraction part are attracted and engaged. When the magnetic suction part and the magnetic attraction part are attracted and engaged, the entertainment control command is generated and output to the entertainment control module.

[0019] This application provides a seat assembly in which a first display device and a second display device can be used in combination. When the first display device and the second display device are used in combination, the image displayed by the first display device and the image displayed by the second display device constitute the image on the overall display device. At this time, the user located in the first seat and the user located in the second seat can share the combined first display device and second display device. The two users can engage in collaborative entertainment, such as board games like Go, Chinese chess, and military chess. Furthermore, the two users can interact face-to-face, creating a better riding and entertainment experience in the cabin. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a seat assembly shown in an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a seat assembly shown in an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a seat assembly shown in an exemplary embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0023] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following description, when referring to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments of the present invention; rather, they are merely examples presenting some of the apparatuses and methods of the present invention.

[0024] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application. Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application should have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this application do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are only used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms "a" or "one" and similar terms do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one, and will be separately stated if only "a" is referred to. "A plurality" or "several" means two or more. Unless otherwise indicated, the terms "front," "rear," "lower," and / or "upper," "top," "bottom," and similar terms are for ease of description only and are not limited to a location or spatial orientation. The terms "comprising" or "including" and similar terms mean that the elements or objects preceding "comprising" or "including" encompass the elements or objects listed following "comprising" or "including" and their equivalent elements or objects, and do not exclude other elements or objects. The word “connection” or “link” is not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can also include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect.

[0025] The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in this application specification and appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0026] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3 This application provides a vehicle including a seating assembly disposed inside for user seating. The seating assembly includes a first seat 10 and a second seat 20 disposed independently of each other; wherein the first seat 10 and the second seat 20 are arranged in the same row and adjacent to each other in the vehicle. For example, the first seat 10 and the second seat 20 are the second row seats in the vehicle, or the first seat 10 and the second seat 20 are the third row seats in the vehicle, but are not limited thereto. In some other embodiments, the first seat 10 and the second seat 20 may not be arranged adjacent to each other.

[0027] The seat assembly includes a first display device 30 disposed on a first seat 10 and a second display device 40 disposed on a second seat 20. The first display device 30 is movably disposed on the first seat 10, and the second display device is movably disposed on the second seat 20. Therefore, the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 can move to any position relative to the first seat 10 and the second display device 40, respectively. Alternatively, in another embodiment, the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 can be detachably connected to the first seat 10 and the second display device 40, respectively. Furthermore, the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 include, but are not limited to, electronic display devices such as touchscreen devices and tablet devices.

[0028] The first display device 30 and the second display device 40 can be used in combination. In this combined state, the image displayed by the first display device 30 and the image displayed by the second display device 40 can be combined to form a complete image. Specifically, when the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 need to be used in combination, they can move closer to each other to form a single display device. The image displayed by the first display device 30 and the image displayed by the second display device 40 together form the image on the single display device. In other words, the first display device 30 displays a part of the complete image, and the second display device 40 displays the other part. At this time, the user in the first seat 10 and the user in the second seat 20 can share the combined display device. The two users can engage in collaborative entertainment, such as board games like Go, Chinese chess, and military chess. Furthermore, the two users can interact face-to-face, creating a better in-cabin riding and entertainment experience. It should be noted that the integrated display device composed of the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 does not mean that the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are completely spliced ​​into a single screen. In some embodiments, when the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are used together, they may not be in complete contact. As long as the user on the first seat 10 and the user on the second seat 20 can operate both display devices, it can be regarded as the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 forming a complete display device.

[0029] Of course, the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 can also be used independently. In independent use, the first display device 30 can be moved in front of the user on the first seat 10. At this time, the image displayed by the first display device 30 is a complete image, and the user on the first seat 10 can use the first display device 30 for entertainment, information acquisition, etc. Correspondingly, the user on the second seat 20 can also use the second display device 40 for entertainment, information acquisition, etc.

[0030] There are various ways to control the first display device 30 and the second display device 40. For example, a user can control the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 using their own portable smart device, or they can control them through the vehicle's internal control system. In this embodiment, the vehicle includes an entertainment control module for receiving entertainment control commands and transmitting images to the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 according to the commands. Specifically, the entertainment control commands can come from the vehicle's overall control system, but are not limited to this. When the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are used together, the entertainment control module transmits a first sub-display image and a second sub-display image to the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 respectively, and the first sub-display image and the second sub-display image together form a complete image. When the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are used separately, the entertainment control module transmits complete images to the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 respectively, and the user can use the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 separately.

[0031] In one embodiment, the first display device 30 includes a magnetic suction part, and the second display device 40 includes a magnetic engagement part. When the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are used together, the magnetic suction part and the magnetic engagement part attract and engage, allowing the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 to be spliced ​​together into a single display device. This configuration, on the one hand, makes the combination of the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 more stable during use; on the other hand, the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are magnetically spliced ​​into a seamless screen, enhancing the user's viewing experience.

[0032] In a further embodiment, when the magnetic part and the magnetic mating part are attracted and mated, an entertainment control command is generated and output to the entertainment control module. When the entertainment control module receives the entertainment control command, it can send a first sub-display image and a second sub-display image to the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 respectively. In this way, the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 can automatically display the complete image, increasing the sense of technology and improving the user experience.

[0033] In another embodiment, the seat assembly further includes a sensor disposed on the first display device 30 and / or the second display device 40. The sensor is used to sense the distance between the first display device 30 and the second display device 40. When the distance between the first display device and the second display device is less than a threshold distance, an entertainment control command is generated and output to the entertainment control module. When the entertainment control module receives the entertainment control command, it can send a first sub-display image and a second sub-display image to the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 respectively, so that the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 can automatically display the complete image.

[0034] In one embodiment, the first seat 10 has a first armrest 11 on the side facing the second seat 20, and the first armrest 11 has a first storage compartment 110 in which the first display device 30 can be stored; the second seat 20 has a second armrest 21 on the side facing the first seat 10, and the second armrest 21 has a second storage compartment 210 in which the second display device 40 can be stored. When the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are not in use, the first display device 30 can be stored in the first storage compartment 110 and the second display device 40 can be stored in the second storage compartment 210, which increases the seating space and improves the comfort of the user during the ride.

[0035] In one embodiment, the first seat 10 includes a first drive assembly disposed within a first storage compartment 110. The first drive assembly is used to drive the first display device 30 to move out of and into the first storage compartment 110 along the height direction of the first seat 10. The first drive assembly can take various forms; for example, it can be an electrically telescopic rod, with the telescopic direction being the same as the height direction of the first seat. The electrically telescopic rod can push the first display device 30 out of and into the first storage compartment 110. However, it is not limited to this. It is understood that the second seat 20 may also include a second drive assembly disposed within a second storage compartment 210. The second drive assembly is used to drive the second display device 40 to move out of and into the second storage compartment 210 along the height direction of the second seat 20. The specific form and structure of the second drive assembly can be referenced to the first drive assembly, and will not be repeated in this embodiment. After the first drive assembly drives the first display device 30 to move out of the first storage compartment 110 and the second drive assembly drives the second display device 40 to move out of the second storage compartment 210, the user can move the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 in a direction that brings them closer to each other, and use the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 together, or move the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 to the front of the user respectively, so that the user can use them individually.

[0036] In one embodiment, the first driving assembly includes a driving part and a transmission part. The transmission part includes a first portion connected to the driving part and a second portion disposed on the first display device 30, with the first portion and the second portion being drively connected. The driving part applies power to the first display device 30 via the transmission part, allowing the first display device 30 to move out of and into the first storage compartment 110 along the height direction of the first seat 10 under indirect power. By providing the transmission part, the driving part is separated from the first display device 30, reducing the vibration impact of the driving part on the first display device 30. In one specific embodiment, the driving part is a motor, the first portion is a gear, and the second portion is a rack, but this is not limited to these. In other embodiments, the first driving assembly can also drive the first display device 30 to move out of and into the first storage compartment 110 through friction transmission, belt pulley transmission, etc., which will not be specifically described in this application.

[0037] In a further embodiment, the first seat 10 further includes a guide member disposed within the first storage compartment 110, and a guide engagement member cooperating with the first guide member is disposed on the first display device. The first guide member and the guide engagement member slide or roll in the direction in which the first display device 30 moves out of and into the first storage compartment 110. With this arrangement, the first guide member and the guide engagement member can assist the first drive assembly in moving the first display device 30 out of and into the first storage compartment 110, making the movement of the first display device 30 out of and into the first storage compartment 110 more stable. Specifically, the guide member can be configured as a slide rail, and the guide engagement member as a slider; or the guide member can be configured as a groove, and the guide engagement member as a ball rolling within the groove.

[0038] In one embodiment, the first seat 10 further includes a second guide member disposed within the first storage compartment 110. One end of the second guide member is connected to the end of the first guide member, and the guiding direction of the other end is perpendicular to the direction of the end of the first guide member. The second guide member is movably engaged with the guide fitting member. The end of the first guide member refers to the end of the first guide member closest to the opening of the first storage compartment 110, which is the maximum distance between the first guide member and the guide fitting member. Since one end of the second guide member is connected to the end of the first guide member, and the other end is perpendicular to the guiding direction of the first guide member, when the first display device 30 just moves to the exit of the first storage compartment 110, the guide fitting member can enter the track of the second guide member. After a 90° track change, it enters the horizontal track of the second guide member. At this time, because the guide fitting member and the second guide member are movably engaged, the first display device 30 can be flipped in any direction to meet different user needs. For example, when the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are used together, the first display device 30 can be flipped towards the side of the second display device 40. Alternatively, when the first display device 30 is used alone, the first display device 30 can be rotated 270° counterclockwise (in addition to being used in combination). Figure 2 (For reference) This allows the first display device 30 to be positioned in front of the user on the first seat 10 for easy individual use. Furthermore, when the first display device 30 is placed back into the first storage compartment 110, it can retract along its original path, making storage of the first display device 30 easier and simpler.

[0039] The second guide can be an arc-shaped groove, with one end connected to the end of the first guide and the other end perpendicular to the direction of the first guide. Straight grooves can also connect the two ends of the arc-shaped groove to make the guide engagement smoother, but this is not a limitation. Furthermore, the first drive assembly is located on the inner side wall of the storage compartment 110 away from the vehicle's front, and the first guide is located on the opposite side of the first drive assembly, i.e., on the side wall of the storage compartment 110 near the vehicle's front. In other words, a transmission engagement component is provided on the side wall of the first display device 30 away from the vehicle's front, and a guide engagement component is provided on the side wall of the first display device 30 near the vehicle's front. With this arrangement, after the first display device 30 enters the second guide via the first guide, the side of the first display device 30 near the vehicle's front engages with the second guide. Since there are no other interfering components on the side of the first display device 30 near the vehicle's front, the first display device can have a larger range of motion relative to the second guide.

[0040] Similarly, the second seat 20 may also include the same guide structure as the first seat 10, which will not be described in detail in this application.

[0041] In one embodiment, the first seat 10 further includes a first protective plate 50, which is configured to cover the display surface of the first display device 30. When the user is not using the first display device 30, the first protective plate 50 blocks the display surface of the first display device 30 to protect it. Similarly, the second seat 20 further includes a second protective plate 60, which is configured to cover the display surface of the second display device 40. When the user is not using the second display device 40, the second protective plate 60 blocks the display surface of the second display device 40 to protect it.

[0042] Furthermore, when the first display device 30 and the second display device 40 are combined, the first protection plate 50 and the second protection plate 60 can also be used together. The first protection plate 50 and the second protection plate 60 can be spliced ​​together to form a larger small table, which is convenient for users to store items.

[0043] In one embodiment, the first protective plate 50 is a flexible plate, and the first protective plate 50 has an unfolded state and a folded state. In the unfolded state, the first protective plate 50 can cover the display surface of the first display device 30. In the folded state, the first protective plate 50 can be housed in the first storage compartment 110 to increase the user's activity space.

[0044] Please refer to Figure 3 In one embodiment, one end of the first protective plate 50 is slidably disposed within the first storage compartment 110, and the other end of the first protective plate 50 is a free end, which is subjected to external force to switch the first protective plate 50 between an unfolded state and a folded state. In other embodiments, the first protective plate 50 can also be freely disposed, and when the first protective plate 50 is not needed, it can be removed from the first display device 30 and folded into the first storage compartment 110.

[0045] In one embodiment, the first protective plate 50 further includes a push-pull assembly 51 disposed at the free end, through which external force is applied to the free end. The push-pull assembly 51 can be a plate-shaped structure or a handle-shaped structure. By providing the push-pull assembly 51, the user can easily apply external force to the first protective plate 50, thereby facilitating the unfolding and folding of the first protective plate 50.

[0046] In some embodiments, the second protective plate 60 may also adopt the same structure as the first protective plate 50, which will not be described in detail here.

[0047] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A seat assembly, characterized in that, include: A first seat, a second seat, a first display device disposed on the first seat, and a second display device disposed on the second seat. The first display device and the second display device can be used in combination. In the combined use state, the image displayed by the first display device and the image displayed by the second display device can be combined into a complete image. The first seat and the second seat are arranged in the same row and adjacent to each other; The first seat has a first armrest on the side facing the second seat, and the first armrest has a first storage compartment, in which the first display device can be stored. The second seat has a second armrest on the side facing the first seat, and the second armrest has a second storage compartment in which the second display device can be stored.

2. The seat assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first armrest of the first seat is provided with the first storage compartment. The first seat includes a first drive assembly disposed in the first storage compartment. The first drive assembly is used to drive the first display device to move out of and into the first storage compartment along the height direction of the first seat. and / or The second armrest of the second seat is provided with the second storage compartment. The second seat includes a second drive assembly disposed in the second storage compartment. The second drive assembly is used to drive the second display device to move out of and into the second storage compartment along the height direction of the second seat.

3. The seat assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first driving component includes a driving part and a transmission part. The transmission part includes a first part connected to the driving part and a second part disposed on the first display device. The first part and the second part are connected in a transmission manner.

4. The seat assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first seat further includes a first guide member disposed in the first storage compartment, and the first display device is provided with a guide engagement member that cooperates with the first guide member. The first guide member and the guide engagement member slide or roll in the direction of the first display device moving out of and into the first storage compartment.

5. The seat assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first seat also includes a second guide member disposed in the first storage compartment. One end of the second guide member is connected to the end of the first guide member, and the guiding direction of the other end is perpendicular to the end direction of the second guide member. The second guide member is movably engaged with the guide mating member.

6. The seat assembly according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that, The first seat also includes a first protective plate, which is configured to cover the display surface of the first display device.

7. The seat assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first protective plate is a flexible plate, the first armrest of the first seat is provided with the first storage compartment, the first protective plate has an unfolded state and a folded state. In the unfolded state, the first protective plate can cover the display surface of the first display device, and in the folded state, the first protective plate is housed in the first storage compartment.

8. The seat assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, One end of the first protective plate is slidably disposed in the first storage compartment, and the other end of the first protective plate is a free end. The free end is subjected to external force to switch the first protective plate between an unfolded state and a folded state.

9. The seat assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first protective plate also includes a push-pull assembly located at the free end, through which external force is applied to the free end.

10. The seat assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, 7 to 9, characterized in that, The first display device includes a magnetic suction part, and the second display device includes a magnetic attraction part. When the first display device and the second display device are used together, the magnetic suction part and the magnetic attraction part are attracted and engaged.

11. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The seat assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 10; as well as An entertainment control module is provided, which is used to receive entertainment control commands and transmit images to the first display device and the second display device according to the entertainment control commands.

12. The vehicle according to claim 11, characterized in that, The seat assembly also includes a sensor disposed on the first display device and / or the second display device. The sensor is used to sense the distance between the first display device and the second display device. When the distance between the first display device and the second display device is less than a threshold distance, the sensor generates the entertainment control command and outputs it to the entertainment control module.

13. The vehicle according to claim 11, characterized in that, include: The first display device includes a magnetic suction part, and the second display device includes a magnetic attraction part. When the first display device and the magnetic attraction part are used together, the magnetic suction part and the magnetic attraction part are attracted and engaged. When the magnetic suction part and the magnetic attraction part are attracted and engaged, the entertainment control command is generated and output to the entertainment control module.

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