Sliding and locking structure of automotive sub-instrument panel, automotive sub-instrument panel

Abstract

This invention discloses a sliding and locking structure for a vehicle's sub-instrument panel and a vehicle sub-instrument panel itself. The sliding and locking structure includes a sliding component and a locking structure. The sliding component includes a fixed slide rail and a movable slide rail that slides back and forth with the fixed slide rail. The fixed slide rail is fixed to the vehicle body, and the movable slide rail is fixed to the sub-instrument panel body. A rack structure is provided on the fixed slide rail. The locking structure is located on the movable slide rail and has locking teeth extending along a first direction. The locking teeth include a first state of engaging with the rack structure and a second state of disengaging from the rack structure. The locking structure is configured to move along a second direction to switch between the first and second states, wherein the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction. This invention enables the vehicle's sub-instrument panel to move back and forth and lock, thereby effectively meeting the needs of second-row passengers using the vehicle's sub-instrument panel for work.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and in particular to a sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel and an automotive sub-instrument panel. Background Technology

[0002] The number of MPVs on the road is gradually increasing. As multi-purpose vehicles, MPVs are often used for business transportation, and the demand for second-row office space is growing to meet business office needs. However, the existing vehicles' passenger dashboards cannot move forward or backward, failing to meet the office needs of second-row passengers. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a sliding and locking structure for a car sub-dashboard, which allows the car sub-dashboard to move back and forth and lock, thereby well meeting the needs of second-row passengers to use the car sub-dashboard for office work.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is implemented as follows:

[0005] A sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel includes:

[0006] A sliding assembly includes a fixed slide rail and a movable slide rail that slides back and forth with the fixed slide rail. The fixed slide rail is fixed to the vehicle body, and the movable slide rail is fixed to the sub-instrument panel body. The fixed slide rail is provided with a rack structure.

[0007] A locking structure is provided on the movable slide rail. The locking structure has locking teeth that extend along a first direction. The locking teeth include a first state in which they are locked to the rack structure and a second state in which they are disengaged from the rack structure. The locking structure is configured to move along a second direction to switch between the first state and the second state, wherein the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a linkage and reset mechanism is further included, which is used to drive the locking structure to move along the second direction.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the fixed slide rail includes a first plate and two inner flanges, the two inner flanges being connected to the first plate and spaced apart at both ends of the first plate in a first direction; the free edges of the two inner flanges are respectively provided with rack structures with teeth facing the first plate; the locking structure is disposed between the two inner flanges, and the locking structure is provided with locking teeth on both sides along the first direction.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the movable slide rail includes a second plate, which is disposed on the side of the first plate facing the inner flange in a second direction and spaced apart from the first plate;

[0011] The linkage and reset mechanism includes a spring and a connecting rod. The spring, one end of the connecting rod in the front-rear direction, and part of the connecting rod are all located between the second plate and the first plate. The connecting rod is rotatable about an axis extending in a first direction. One end of the connecting rod is located on the side of the locking structure facing the second plate. The spring includes a vertical part and a first transverse support leg extending in the front-rear direction. One end of the first transverse support leg in the front-rear direction is connected to the second plate through the vertical part. The locking structure is supported on the other end of the first transverse support leg in the front-rear direction.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the spring sheet further includes a second lateral support leg, one end of which is connected to the vertical portion in the front-rear direction. The second lateral support leg gradually tilts toward the side of the second plate in the direction close to the locking piece. The vertical portion is provided with a through hole, and the connecting rod passes through the through hole. The portion of the connecting rod located between the vertical portion and the locking piece gradually tilts toward the side of the second plate in the direction close to the locking piece and is located on the side of the second lateral support leg facing the second plate.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the spring further includes a third lateral support leg, which is located between the first lateral support leg and the second lateral support leg. One end of the third lateral support leg in the front-rear direction is connected between the first lateral support leg and the second lateral support leg. The vertical portion has a downward-opening slot. The other end of the third lateral support leg in the front-rear direction is located below the slot. The slot and the other end of the third lateral support leg together define the through hole. The connecting rod is supported on the other end of the third lateral support leg.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the spring sheet further includes a transverse portion, one end of which is connected to the vertical portion in the front-rear direction. The transverse portion is provided with a first locking structure and a second locking structure. The movable slide rail is provided with a first locking hole and a second locking hole. The first locking structure and the second locking structure are configured such that when the first locking structure is locked and engaged with the first locking hole, the second locking structure is locked and fixed with the second locking hole.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the locking structure includes a locking plate and a guide rod. The locking plate is provided with locking teeth on both sides along a first direction. One end of the guide rod is fixed to the locking plate. The movable slide rail is provided with a guide pin. The other end of the guide rod is movably disposed in the guide pin along a second direction.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel further includes a handle. The sub-instrument panel body includes a connected inner component and an outer housing. The outer housing is sleeved on the outside of the inner component. The handle is movably disposed on the inner component along the second direction. The outer housing has an opening, and a portion of the handle passes through the opening. The other end of the connecting rod along the front-rear direction is connected to the handle.

[0017] Compared to existing technologies, the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel in this embodiment of the invention, by setting a movable slide rail and a fixed slide rail that can slide relative to each other, fixes the sub-instrument panel body on the movable slide rail, thereby allowing the sub-instrument panel body to move back and forth. Second-row passengers can move the sub-instrument panel body to a suitable position according to their needs for convenient office work. By setting a rack structure and a locking structure, the locking structure can lock with the rack structure under the drive of external force, thereby fixing the position of the movable slide rail, that is, fixing the position of the sub-instrument panel body. Under the drive of external force, the locking structure can also disengage from the rack structure, thereby allowing the movable slide rail to move relative to the fixed slide rail, that is, the position of the sub-instrument panel body can be adjusted. The structure is simple and has a good fixing effect.

[0018] A second aspect of the present invention is to provide an automotive sub-instrument panel, comprising a sub-instrument panel body and a sliding and locking structure for the automotive sub-instrument panel according to an embodiment of the first aspect of the present invention.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of the automotive sub-instrument panel of the present invention are the same as those of the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel of the present invention, and will not be repeated here. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a front view of a vehicle's secondary instrument panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a side view of a vehicle's sub-dashboard according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 3This is a first cross-sectional view of the sliding component according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a second cross-sectional view of the sliding component according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a third cross-sectional view of the sliding component according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the sliding component according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the sliding component according to an embodiment of the present invention, which illustrates that the locking teeth of the locking plate are disengaged from the rack structure.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the sliding component according to an embodiment of the present invention, which illustrates that the locking teeth of the locking plate and the rack structure interlock with each other.

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the movable slide rail according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the spring sheet structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the first snap-fit ​​structure and the second snap-fit ​​structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the locking structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 13 This is a structural schematic diagram of the internal components and the outer casing according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the slide rail and guide groove according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 15 This is a cross-sectional view of the handle component according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0037] Sliding component 1;

[0038] Fixed slide rail 101; First plate 1011; Inner flange 1012; Rack and pinion structure 103;

[0039] 102 movable slide rail; 1021 second plate; 1022 outward flange; 1023 opening;

[0040] Locking structure 2;

[0041] Locking plate 201; guide rod 202; locking tooth 2011; guide pin 203;

[0042] Linkage and reset mechanism 3;

[0043] Spring clip 301; vertical part 3011; first horizontal support leg 3012; second horizontal support leg 3013; third horizontal support leg 3014; horizontal part 3015; first snap-fit ​​structure 3016;

[0044] Second snap-fit ​​structure 3017; First snap-fit ​​hole 3018; Second snap-fit ​​hole 3019; Through hole 3020;

[0045] Linkage 302;

[0046] Roller frame 4; Ball bearings 401;

[0047] 5. Handle component; 501. Slide rail; 502.

[0048] Body 10; Sub-instrument panel body 20; Interior components 6; Guide channel 601;

[0049] External casing 7; opening 701. Detailed Implementation

[0050] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0051] The following will refer to Figures 1-15 The present invention will be described in detail with reference to the embodiments.

[0052] like Figures 1-2 As shown, the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a sliding component 1 and a locking structure 2. The sliding component 1 includes a fixed slide rail 101 and a movable slide rail 102 that slides back and forth with the fixed slide rail 101. The fixed slide rail 101 is fixed to the vehicle body 10, and the movable slide rail 102 is fixed to the sub-instrument panel body 20. A rack structure 103 is provided on the fixed slide rail 101. The locking structure 2 is provided on the movable slide rail 102. The locking structure 2 has locking teeth 2011. The locking teeth 2011 extend along a first direction. The locking teeth 2011 include a first state in which they are locked to the rack structure 103 and a second state in which they are disengaged from the rack structure 103. The locking structure 2 is configured to move along the second direction to switch between the first state and the second state, wherein the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

[0053] Specifically, the sliding assembly 1 includes a fixed slide rail 101 and a movable slide rail 102 that slides back and forth with the fixed slide rail 101. The fixed slide rail 101 is fixed to the vehicle body 10, and the movable slide rail 102 is fixed to the sub-instrument panel body 20. It can be understood that both the fixed slide rail 101 and the movable slide rail 102 extend in the front-to-back direction. Since the sub-instrument panel body 20 is fixed to the movable slide rail 102, when the movable slide rail 102 moves back and forth relative to the fixed slide rail 101, the sub-instrument panel body 20 can move back and forth. Thus, the second-row passengers can move the sub-instrument panel body 20 to a suitable position as needed to facilitate office work and meet office needs. For example, the sub-instrument panel body 20 can be used to place portable mobile devices to facilitate office work for the second-row passengers.

[0054] A rack and pinion structure 103 is provided on the fixed slide rail 101; a locking structure 2 is provided on the movable slide rail 102. The locking structure 2 has locking teeth 2011, which extend along a first direction. The locking teeth 2011 include a first state in which they are interlocked with the rack and pinion structure 103 and a second state in which they are disengaged from the rack and pinion structure 103. The locking structure 2 is configured to move along the second direction to switch between the first and second states, wherein the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction. Here, the first direction can be a left-right direction or a right-up-down direction. Correspondingly, when the first direction is a left-right direction, the second direction can be a right-up-down direction; when the first direction is a right-up-down direction, the second direction can be a left-right direction (not shown in the figure). Understandably, when the locking tooth 2011 is in the first state, that is, the locking tooth 2011 is locked to the rack structure 103, the movable slide rail 102 cannot move relative to the fixed slide rail 101, and the position of the sub-instrument body 20 is fixed; when the locking tooth 2011 is in the second state, that is, the locking tooth 2011 is disengaged from the rack structure 103, the movable slide rail 102 can move relative to the fixed slide rail 101, and the position of the sub-instrument body 20 can be adjusted.

[0055] More specifically, the rack and pinion structure 103 is continuously arranged on the fixed slide rail 101 at positions corresponding to the entire movable stroke of the locking structure 2. That is, when the sub-instrument panel body 20 moves to any position, the locking structure 2 can interlock with the rack and pinion structure 103 to achieve a limiting effect. This allows occupants to freely adjust the fixed position of the sub-instrument panel body 20 according to their positional needs, resulting in better usability. However, this is not the only possibility; multiple discontinuous rack and pinion structures 103 can also be arranged on the fixed slide rail 101, which are also within the scope of this invention.

[0056] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel, by providing a movable slide rail 102 and a fixed slide rail 101 that can slide relative to each other, the sub-instrument panel body 20 is fixed on the movable slide rail 102, thereby allowing the sub-instrument panel body 20 to move back and forth. Second-row passengers can move the sub-instrument panel body 20 to a suitable position according to their needs for convenient office work. By providing a rack structure 103 and a locking structure 2, the locking structure 2 can lock with the rack structure 103 under the drive of an external force, thereby fixing the position of the movable slide rail 102, that is, fixing the position of the sub-instrument panel body 20. Under the drive of an external force, the locking structure 2 can also disengage from the rack structure 103, thereby allowing the movable slide rail 102 to move relative to the fixed slide rail 101, that is, the position of the sub-instrument panel body 20 can be adjusted. The structure is simple and has a good fixing effect.

[0057] More specifically, the sliding rail 102 is provided with multiple connection points for mounting and connecting with the sub-instrument body 20 to ensure the connection effect.

[0058] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel further includes a linkage and reset mechanism 3, which is used to drive the locking structure 2 to move in a second direction. It should be noted that when the user operates the linkage and reset mechanism 3, the linkage and reset mechanism 3 will drive the locking structure 2 to disengage from the rack structure 103; when the user stops operating the linkage and reset mechanism 3, the locking structure 2 will reset under the drive of the linkage and reset mechanism 3 and interlock with the rack structure 103. Alternatively, the linkage and reset mechanism 3 can also be an electrically driven component, thus eliminating the need for the user to apply external force to drive the locking structure 2 to move in the second direction. For example, when the user requests to move the sub-instrument panel body 20, the linkage and reset mechanism 3 can drive the locking structure 2 to disengage from the rack structure 103; when the user has completed the adjustment, the linkage and reset mechanism 3 can drive the locking structure 2 to interlock with the rack structure 103.

[0059] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the fixed slide rail 101 includes a first plate 1011 and two inner flanges 1012, the two inner flanges 1012 being connected to the first plate 1011 and spaced apart at both ends of the first plate 1011 in a first direction (e.g., as shown in the figure). Figure 8 (both ends in the left and right directions); the free edges of the two inner flanges 1012 are respectively provided with rack structures 103 with teeth facing the first plate 1011; the locking structure 2 is provided between the two inner flanges 1012, such as Figure 12As shown, the locking structure 2 has locking teeth 2011 on both sides along the first direction. It can be understood that the locking teeth 2011 on both sides of the locking structure 2 along the first direction correspond one-to-one with the rack structures 103 on the two inner flanges 1012. In this way, when the locking structure 2 and the rack structures 103 lock together, it is more stable.

[0060] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the movable slide rail 102 includes a second plate 1021, which is disposed on the side of the first plate 1011 facing the inward flange 1012 in the second direction and spaced apart from the first plate 1011; the linkage and reset mechanism 3 includes a spring piece 301 and a connecting rod 302. One end of the spring piece 301 and the connecting rod 302 in the front-back direction and part of the connecting rod 302 are disposed between the second plate 1021 and the first plate 1011. The connecting rod 302 is rotatable about an axis extending in the first direction. One end of the connecting rod 302 is located on the side of the locking structure 2 facing the second plate 1021. The spring piece 301 includes a vertical part 3011 and a first transverse support leg 3012 extending in the front-back direction. One end of the first transverse support leg 3012 in the front-back direction is connected to the second plate 1021 through the vertical part 3011. The locking structure 2 is supported on the other end of the first transverse support leg 3012 in the front-back direction. When the connecting rod 302 rotates about an axis extending in the first direction and one end of the connecting rod 302 moves toward the first plate 1011, the end of the connecting rod 302 applies pressure to the locking structure 2 during its movement toward the first plate 1011, causing the locking structure 2 to move toward the first plate 1011 and disengage from the rack structure 103. When the external force driving the connecting rod 302 to rotate disappears, the locking structure 2 moves toward the second plate 1021 under the restoring force of the first transverse support 3012, thereby causing the locking structure 2 to re-lock with the rack structure 103. It should be noted that in this application, the first transverse support 3012 is provided to provide the restoring force for the locking structure 2 to reset. Compared with using a spring, this method is more convenient to install and simplifies the structure and assembly.

[0061] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the movable slide rail 102 may include two outward flanges 1022. The two outward flanges 1022 are connected to the second plate 1021 and are spaced apart at both ends of the first plate 1011 in the first direction. The free edges of the two outward flanges 1022 are correspondingly located in the fixed slide grooves formed by the two inward flanges 1012, and the free edges of the two inward flanges 1012 are correspondingly located in the movable slide grooves formed by the two outward flanges 1022. In this way, on the one hand, when installing the movable slide rail 102 and the fixed slide rail 101, the movable slide rail 102 can be directly inserted into the fixed slide rail 101, making the installation more convenient; on the other hand, since the outward flanges 1022 and the inward flanges 1012 can mutually limit each other, the movable slide rail 102 can be effectively prevented from separating from the fixed slide rail 101, thereby improving the installation stability of the sub-instrument body 20.

[0062] It is understood that in embodiments where the movable slide rail 102 includes two outward flanges 1022 and the fixed slide rail 101 includes two inward flanges 1012, the free end of the locking tooth 2011 penetrates the sidewall of the outward flange 1022 and engages with the rack structure 103. More specifically, as shown in... Figure 9 As shown, the side wall of the outer flange 1022 is provided with openings 1023 that extend vertically and correspond one-to-one with the locking teeth 2011.

[0063] In some embodiments, a rolling structure is provided between the movable slide rail 102 and the fixed slide rail 101 to make the movement of the movable slide rail 102 relative to the fixed slide rail 101 smoother. More specifically, as shown in... Figures 6 to 8 As shown, the rolling structure is a roller frame 4 on which balls 401 are rolled. The roller frame 4 is fixed to the side wall of the inner flange 1012, and the outer flange 1022 is supported on the balls 401 of the roller frame 4. Rolling structures are provided on both inner flanges 1012.

[0064] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 10 As shown, the spring piece 301 also includes a second lateral support leg 3013, one end of which is connected to the vertical portion 3011 in the front-rear direction, as shown. Figure 3 As shown, the second lateral support leg 3013 gradually tilts towards the side of the second plate 1021 along the direction close to the locking piece 201. The vertical part 3011 is provided with a through hole 3020, and the connecting rod 302 passes through the through hole 3020, as shown. Figure 4As shown, the portion of the connecting rod 302 located between the vertical portion 3011 and the locking piece 201 gradually tilts towards the side of the second plate 1021 in the direction close to the locking piece 201 and is located on the side of the second transverse support 3013 close to the second plate 1021. When the connecting rod 302 rotates, causing one end of the connecting rod 302 to move towards the direction close to the first plate 1011, the connecting rod 302 will apply pressure to the second transverse support 3013. When the external force acting on the connecting rod 302 disappears, the connecting rod 302 will move back to its original position towards the second plate 1021 under the action of the self-restoring force of the second transverse support 3013.

[0065] In this application, by setting a spring plate 301, the second lateral support leg 3013 of the spring plate 301 can provide a restoring force to the connecting rod 302. The part corresponding to the through hole 3020 of the spring plate 301 can support the connecting rod 302. Therefore, when the user operates the connecting rod 302, there is no need to apply a large driving force to the connecting rod 302, and the elasticity of the second lateral support leg 3013 is not easily attenuated. The structure has a higher degree of integration and is easy to assemble.

[0066] In some embodiments, the connecting rod 302 has a groove portion, and one end of the second lateral support leg 3013 is located in the groove portion, which reduces the possibility of the connecting rod 302 disengaging from the second lateral support leg 3013.

[0067] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 10 As shown, the spring 301 also includes a third lateral support leg 3014, which is located between the first lateral support leg 3012 and the second lateral support leg 3013. One end of the third lateral support leg 3014 in the front-rear direction is connected between the first lateral support leg 3012 and the second lateral support leg 3013. The vertical part 3011 has a downward-opening slot. The other end of the third lateral support leg 3014 in the front-rear direction is located below the slot. The slot and the other end of the third lateral support leg 3014 together define a through hole 3020. The connecting rod 302 is supported on the other end of the third lateral support leg 3014. In this way, on the one hand, it allows for a larger machining error when machining the through hole 3020, and at the same time, it facilitates the insertion of the connecting rod 302 into the through hole 3020; on the other hand, the third lateral support 3014 is connected between the first lateral support 3012 and the second lateral support 3013, which can also strengthen the strength of the first lateral support 3012 and the second lateral support 3013 and reduce the possibility of the first lateral support 3012 and the second lateral support 3013 breaking.

[0068] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 10As shown, the spring 301 also includes a transverse portion 3015, one end of which is connected to the vertical portion 3011 in the front-rear direction. The transverse portion 3015 is provided with a first latching structure 3016 and a second latching structure 3017, as shown. Figure 11 As shown, the movable slide rail 102 is provided with a first locking hole 3018 and a second locking hole 3019. The first locking structure 3016 and the second locking structure 3017 are configured such that when the first locking structure 3016 is locked in place with the first locking hole 3018, the second locking structure 3017 is locked in place with the second locking hole 3019, thus making installation quick and convenient. More specifically, the first locking structure 3016 is a T-shaped piece, and the first locking hole 3018 is a T-shaped hole. When the T-shaped piece is inserted into the T-shaped hole and moves to lock in place, the second locking structure 3017 is locked in place with the second locking hole 3019, thereby fixing the spring piece 301 onto the second plate 1021.

[0069] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 12 As shown, the locking structure 2 includes a locking plate 201 and a guide rod 202. The locking plate 201 has locking teeth 2011 on both sides along the first direction. One end of the guide rod 202 is fixed to the locking plate 201. Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the movable slide rail 102 is provided with a guide pin 203, and the other end of the guide rod 202 is movably disposed in the guide pin 203 along a second direction. It can be understood that the guide rod 202 and the guide pin 203 cooperate with each other to guide the movement of the locking piece 201, preventing the locking piece 201 from deviating or disengaging during the movement, and ensuring the effectiveness of the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel of the present invention.

[0070] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 13 to 15 As shown, the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument panel also includes a handle 5. The sub-instrument panel body 20 includes a connected inner component 6 and an outer housing 7. The outer housing 7 is sleeved on the outside of the inner component 6. The handle 5 is movably disposed on the inner component 6 along a second direction, as shown. Figure 1 As shown, the outer casing 7 has an opening 701, through which a portion of the handle 5 passes. The other end of the connecting rod 302 in the front-rear direction is connected to the handle 5. It can be understood that when the user operates the handle 5, causing it to move towards the movable slide rail 102, the handle 5 will drive the connecting rod 302 to rotate, causing the locking structure 2 to disengage from the rack structure 103. When the user stops operating the handle 5 or operates it to move it towards the fixed slide rail 101, the locking structure 2 resets under the action of the spring 301, and the locking structure 2 and rack structure 103 re-lock each other. By providing the handle 5, it can be used to fix the other end of the connecting rod 302; on the other hand, it facilitates user operation.

[0071] More specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the handle 5 is provided with a handle portion 501 for occupant operation, and the handle portion 501 is slidably disposed in the opening 701. In this way, the occupant operation is more convenient, and the appearance of the sub-dashboard body 20 is also more aesthetically pleasing.

[0072] More specifically, such as Figure 14 As shown, the handle 5 has slide rails 502 on both the left and right sides, and the inner part 6 has a guide groove 601 that is adapted to slide along the slide rails 502. The slide rails 502 can slide up and down along the guide grooves 601.

[0073] Optionally, such as Figure 14 As shown, when there are two connecting rods 302, a connecting rod is provided between the two connecting rods 302, and the connecting rod is snapped into the handle 5. When the handle 5 moves up and down, the handle 5 drives the other end of the connecting rod 302 to move up and down through the connecting rod.

[0074] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the sliding assembly 1 includes two sets, which are arranged side by side and spaced apart on the sub-instrument body 20 in the first direction. Correspondingly, the locking structure 2 and the linkage and reset mechanism 3 are also provided in two sets.

[0075] Alternatively, the fixed slide rail 101 can be welded to the vehicle floor via a welding post.

[0076] The second aspect of the present invention is to provide a sub-instrument body 20, including the sub-instrument body 20 and the sliding and locking structure of the automotive sub-instrument body according to the first aspect of the present invention.

[0077] For example, the sub-dashboard body 20 may be equipped with a storage box, storage box lid, miscellaneous box and cup holder, etc.

[0078] A third aspect of the invention is to provide a vehicle including a sub-instrument body 20 according to an embodiment of the second aspect of the invention.

[0079] In this invention, the terms "vehicle" or "of a vehicle" or other similar terms generally include motor vehicles, such as passenger cars including SUVs, buses, trucks, and various commercial vehicles; boats including various vessels and ships; aircraft, etc.; and include hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, hydrogen-powered vehicles, and other alternative fuel vehicles, such as those derived from non-fossil energy sources. A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle with two or more power sources, such as both gasoline and electric power.

[0080] Compared to the prior art, the vehicle of the present invention has the same advantages as the sub-instrument body 20 of the present invention, which will not be repeated here.

[0081] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0082] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0083] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0084] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel, characterized in that, include: A sliding assembly (1) includes a fixed slide rail (101) and a movable slide rail (102) that slides back and forth with the fixed slide rail (101). The fixed slide rail (101) is fixed to the vehicle body (10), and the movable slide rail (102) is fixed to the sub-instrument panel body (20). The fixed slide rail (101) is provided with a rack structure (103). A locking structure (2) is provided on the movable slide rail (102). The locking structure (2) has locking teeth (2011) extending along a first direction. The locking teeth (2011) include a first state that is interlocked with the rack structure (103) and a second state that is disengaged from the rack structure (103). The locking structure (2) is configured to be movable along a second direction to switch between the first state and the second state, wherein the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction. The linkage and reset mechanism (3) includes a spring (301) and a connecting rod (302). The spring (301) includes a vertical part (3011), a first horizontal support leg (3012) extending in the front-back direction, a second horizontal support leg (3013), a third horizontal support leg (3014), and a horizontal part (3015). The second horizontal support leg (3013) is connected to the vertical part (3011) at one end in the front-back direction. The third horizontal support leg (3014) is located between the first horizontal support leg (3012) and the second horizontal support leg (3013). The horizontal part (3015) is connected to the vertical part (3011) at one end in the front-back direction.

2. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The linkage and reset mechanism (3) is used to drive the locking structure (2) to move along the second direction.

3. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fixed slide rail (101) includes a first plate (1011) and two inner flanges (1012). The two inner flanges (1012) are connected to the first plate (1011) and are spaced apart at both ends of the first plate (1011) in a first direction. The free edges of the two inner flanges (1012) are respectively provided with rack structures (103) with teeth facing the first plate (1011). The locking structure (2) is provided between the two inner flanges (1012), and the locking structure (2) is provided with locking teeth (2011) on both sides along the first direction.

4. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 3, characterized in that, The movable slide rail (102) includes a second plate (1021), which is disposed on the side of the first plate (1011) facing the inner flange (1012) in the second direction and spaced apart from the first plate (1011); The spring piece (301), one end of the connecting rod (302) in the front-rear direction, and part of the connecting rod (302) are all located between the second plate (1021) and the first plate (1011). The connecting rod (302) is rotatable about an axis extending in the first direction. One end of the connecting rod (302) is located on the side of the locking structure (2) facing the second plate (1021). The spring piece (301) includes a vertical part (3011) and a first transverse support leg (3012) extending in the front-rear direction. One end of the first transverse support leg (3012) in the front-rear direction is connected to the second plate (1021) through the vertical part (3011). The locking structure (2) is supported on the other end of the first transverse support leg (3012) in the front-rear direction.

5. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking structure (2) includes a locking piece (201), the second lateral support (3013) gradually tilts toward the side of the second plate (1021) in the direction close to the locking piece (201), the vertical part (3011) is provided with a through hole (3020), the connecting rod (302) passes through the through hole (3020), the part of the connecting rod (302) located between the vertical part (3011) and the locking piece (201) gradually tilts toward the side of the second plate (1021) in the direction close to the locking piece (201) and is located on the side of the second lateral support (3013) facing the second plate (1021).

6. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 5, characterized in that, One end of the third lateral support (3014) in the front-rear direction is connected between the first lateral support (3012) and the second lateral support (3013). The vertical part (3011) has a downward-opening slot. The other end of the third lateral support (3014) in the front-rear direction is located below the slot. The slot and the other end of the third lateral support (3014) together define the through hole (3020). The connecting rod (302) is supported on the other end of the third lateral support (3014).

7. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 4, characterized in that, The transverse portion (3015) is provided with a first snap-fit ​​structure (3016) and a second snap-fit ​​structure (3017), and the movable slide rail (102) is provided with a first snap-fit ​​hole (3018) and a second snap-fit ​​hole (3019). The first snap-fit ​​structure (3016) and the second snap-fit ​​structure (3017) are configured such that when the first snap-fit ​​structure (3016) is limited and snap-fitted with the first snap-fit ​​hole (3018), the second snap-fit ​​structure (3017) is snap-fitted and fixed with the second snap-fit ​​hole (3019).

8. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking structure (2) includes a locking plate (201) and a guide rod (202). The locking plate (201) has locking teeth (2011) on both sides along the first direction. One end of the guide rod (202) is fixed to the locking plate (201). The movable slide rail (102) is provided with a guide pin (203). The other end of the guide rod (202) is movably disposed in the guide pin (203) along the second direction.

9. The sliding and locking structure for an automotive sub-instrument panel according to claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a handle (5). The sub-instrument body (20) includes a connected inner part (6) and an outer housing (7). The outer housing (7) is sleeved on the outside of the inner part (6). The handle (5) is movably disposed on the inner part (6) along the second direction. The outer housing (7) is provided with an opening (701). Part of the handle (5) passes through the opening (701). The other end of the connecting rod (302) along the front-rear direction is connected to the handle (5).

10. A secondary instrument panel for automobiles, characterized in that, It includes a sub-instrument body (20) and a sliding and locking structure for a vehicle sub-instrument as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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