Storage box for vehicle trunk

Abstract

The invention relates to a storage box for a vehicle trunk, the storage box is used for being installed in the vehicle trunk, and the storage box comprises a box body, a sliding cover and a track plate; the box body is mounted on a panel of the luggage box and comprises an accommodating space and an opening; the track plate is installed on the box body, a hole opening is formed in the position, corresponding to the opening of the box body, of the track plate, and the track plate comprises an upper track and a lower track; the sliding cover is installed on the track plate, and the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover can slide along the upper track and the lower track respectively so as to open or close the opening of the box body. According to the storage box for the vehicle trunk, the internal space of the trunk can be reasonably utilized, and the privacy of personal belongings, the fluency of the internal structural design of the trunk and the tidiness of arrangement can be guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a storage box, in particular to a storage box for a luggage compartment of a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] Currently, most OEM luggage designs fall into two categories. One type of design pursues a smooth appearance inside the luggage without providing a structure for storing items therein, which wastes storage space inside the luggage and is inconvenient for storing some small items. The other type of design forms separate storage spaces in the luggage by providing partitions, but this design ignores the appearance and cannot ensure the privacy of personal items when the user is using it.

[0003] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved in the prior art is how to reasonably design the internal space of the suitcase to provide a storage space that can ensure personal privacy.

[0004] The information disclosed in this background section is only intended to enhance understanding of the overall background of the invention and should not be taken as an acknowledgement or any form of suggestion that the information constitutes the prior art already known to a person skilled in the art. Summary of the invention

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a storage box for a vehicle trunk, which can make reasonable use of the internal space of the trunk and ensure the privacy of personal belongings as well as the smoothness of the internal structure design and the neatness of the layout of the trunk.

[0006] The present invention also provides a storage box for a vehicle trunk, which can ensure that the storage box of the vehicle trunk can be opened and closed smoothly and reduce noise generation during vehicle driving.

[0007] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention provides a storage box for a vehicle trunk, which is used to be installed in the trunk of the vehicle, and the storage box includes a box body, a sliding cover and a track plate; the box body is installed on the panel of the trunk and includes a accommodating space and an opening; the track plate is installed on the box body, and is provided with an opening at a position corresponding to the opening of the box body, and the track plate includes an upper track and a lower track; the sliding cover is installed on the track plate, and the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover can slide along the upper track and the lower track respectively to open or close the opening of the box body.

[0008] Preferably, a buffer strip is provided on at least one of the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover.

[0009] Preferably, a buffer spring is provided at least between the upper side of the sliding cover and the upper track, and between the lower side of the sliding cover and the lower track.

[0010] Preferably, the buffer spring comprises a middle mounting block and protrusions on both sides, the mounting block is embedded in the upper side or the lower side of the sliding cover, and the protrusions protrude toward the upper track or the lower track.

[0011] Preferably, there are four buffer springs, which are respectively located at the two ends of the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover.

[0012] Preferably, one of the sliding cover and the track plate is provided with a fixing device to fix the sliding cover to the track plate when the sliding cover closes the opening.

[0013] Preferably, the fixing device is a fixing spring, and the fixing spring includes a protrusion; the fixing spring is installed on one of the sliding cover and the track plate, and the other of the sliding cover and the track plate is provided with a groove, and the protrusion of the spring can be stuck in the groove.

[0014] Preferably, there are four fixing springs, which are respectively arranged at the two ends of the upper track and the lower track; and four grooves are respectively arranged at the two ends of the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover.

[0015] Preferably, the fixing device is a hook, which is arranged on the track plate and connects the sliding cover and the track plate together when the sliding cover is closed.

[0016] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0017] (1) Compared with the existing OEM luggage box design, the present invention improves the utilization rate of the side space of the luggage box by adding a storage box.

[0018] (2) The storage box of the present invention provides upper and lower guide rails, so that the sliding cover can slide in a small space, and the two guide rails can adjust the position of the sliding cover.

[0019] (3) The sliding cover of the present invention can control the opening or closing of the box body so that the items in the storage box will not fall out when the car is driving.

[0020] (4) The storage box of the present invention improves the appearance of the suitcase and ensures personal privacy.

[0021] (5) By setting TPO material and spring on the sliding cover, the sliding cover can be kept to slide stably.

[0022] (6) A fixed spring is provided to provide feedback that the slide cover is opened or closed.

[0023] The methods and devices of the present invention also have other characteristics and advantages, which will be obvious from the drawings and subsequent embodiments incorporated herein, or will be described in detail in the drawings and subsequent embodiments incorporated herein, which together are used to explain the specific principles of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Figure 1 A perspective view showing a storage box for a vehicle trunk of the present invention installed on a side of the trunk;

[0025] Figure 2 An exploded view of a storage box for a vehicle trunk of the present invention is shown;

[0026] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a storage box is shown;

[0027] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a guide plate of a storage box is shown;

[0028] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a sliding cover of a storage box is shown;

[0029] Figure 6 A schematic diagram showing a buffer spring of a storage box;

[0030] Figure 7 A schematic diagram showing a fixing spring of a storage box is shown;

[0031] Figure 8 A schematic diagram showing a slide cover with a buffer material and a buffer spring installed;

[0032] Fig. 9 Shows Figure 8 Detailed view of Part A;

[0033] Fig.10 A schematic diagram showing the installation of the slide cover on the track plate;

[0034] Fig.11 Shows Fig.10 A cross-sectional view of the DD section;

[0035] Fig.12 Shows Fig.10 A cross-sectional view of the EE section;

[0036] Fig.13 Shows Fig.12 Detail of part B.

[0037] Description of reference numerals in the accompanying drawings:

[0038] 1: Box 2: Track plate

[0039] 2-1: Lower track 3: Upper track

[0040] 4: Slide cover 4-1: Handle

[0041] 5: Buffer strip 6: Buffer spring

[0042] 7: Fixing spring 8: Screw

[0043] 9: Panel.

[0044] Unless otherwise specified, throughout the drawings, the same reference numerals or symbols refer to the same elements.

[0045] It should be understood that the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale, but rather present simplified representations of various features to illustrate the basic principles of the present invention. The specific design features disclosed in the present invention, including, for example, specific dimensions, directions, locations, and shapes, will be determined in part by the specific intended application and use environment.

[0046] In the figures, like reference numbers refer to the same or equivalent parts of the present invention throughout the several figures of the drawing. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] The following will be referred to in detail various embodiments of the present invention, examples of which are presented in the accompanying drawings and described below. Although the present invention will be described in conjunction with exemplary embodiments, it should be understood that this specification is not intended to limit the present invention to these exemplary embodiments. On the contrary, the present invention is intended to cover not only these exemplary embodiments, but also various alternative forms, modifications, equivalent forms and other embodiments that can be included in the spirit of the present invention and within the scope defined by the appended claims.

[0048] The present invention relates to a storage box for a vehicle trunk, which can be arranged inside the vehicle trunk. Further, the storage box can be installed on a panel of the trunk, and the storage box can be opened by sliding a cover, so that a user can put an item into the storage box or take the item out of the storage box.

[0049] Below, refer to Figure 1-Figure 13 A storage box for a trunk of a vehicle according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail.

[0050] The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to the present invention comprises a box body 1 and a sliding cover 4. In the present embodiment, the storage box can be installed on the side of the trunk. Of course, the storage box can also be installed in other appropriate places of the trunk.

[0051] See also Figure 1-Figure 3The box body 1 is a box body with an internal accommodating space, and an opening is set on one side. Through the opening, the user can put in or take out items. The shape of the box body 1 can be determined by the space between the trunk panel and the trim. Its size and accommodating space can be set as needed. In this embodiment, the box body 1 is installed on the panel of the vehicle trunk.

[0052] The sliding cover 4 is arranged at the opening of the box body 1 and is arranged to slide relative to the box body 1 and has a closed state covering the opening or an open state exposing the opening. The sliding cover is used to prevent items from coming out of the box body when the vehicle is running; at the same time, the sliding cover can also increase the smoothness of the storage box appearance and ensure personal privacy.

[0053] The sliding cover 4 is provided with a buffer strip 5, which can be made of, for example, TPO material, and is made integrally with the sliding cover 4 through a double injection molding process, and the buffer strip 5 can reduce friction when the sliding cover 4 slides. In this embodiment, the buffer strip 5 is provided on both the upper and lower sides of the sliding cover 4; alternatively, the buffer strip can be provided on either the upper side or the lower side of the sliding cover 4, and the buffer strip can also be made of other materials that can play a buffering role.

[0054] See also Figure 2 , Fig.10 , Fig.12 A track is provided between the box body 1 and the sliding cover 2, and the sliding cover can slide along the track, thereby reducing friction when the sliding cover moves.

[0055] The track comprises a track plate 2 and an upper track 3 .

[0056] See also Figure 4 The track plate 2 is in the shape of a plate, which is installed on the box body 1, and has an opening at a position corresponding to the opening of the box body. In addition to the opening, the track plate 2 also includes a side portion, which extends outward from the opening and extends beyond the box body 1. A lower track 2-1 is provided on the lower side of the track plate 2, and the lower side of the sliding cover 4 contacts the lower track 2-1.

[0057] The upper rail 3 is installed on the upper side of the track plate 2 and contacts the upper side of the slide cover 4. In the embodiment of the present invention, the upper rail 3 is a separate component and is installed on the upper side of the track plate 2. The separate upper rail 3 is provided for the convenience of installation and adjustment of the slide cover 4. Alternatively, instead of providing a separate upper rail, an integrated upper rail may be provided on the upper side of the track plate.

[0058] Buffer springs 6 are provided between the upper and lower sides of the sliding cover 4 and the upper and lower rails. Figure 6 In this embodiment, the buffer spring 6 is a leaf spring, which includes a middle mounting block and protrusions on both sides. Fig. 9The mounting block of the buffer spring 6 is embedded in the upper side of the slide cover 4 for fixing, and the protrusion protrudes toward the track on the side of the slide cover 4, thereby providing a buffer between the track and the side of the slide cover 4 to avoid vibration caused when the vehicle is running.

[0059] See also Figure 8 In this embodiment, the buffer springs 6 are provided in four numbers, which are respectively located at the upper and lower ends of the sliding cover 4. That is, two buffer springs 6 are provided on the upper side of the sliding cover 4, and two buffer springs 6 are provided on the lower side of the sliding cover 4.

[0060] The track plate 2 is also provided with fixing springs 7, which are arranged at both ends of the track plate 2, including a first fixing spring and a second fixing spring. The fixing springs 7 can be respectively arranged on the upper and lower tracks; preferably, the fixing springs 7 are arranged on both ends of the lower track of the track plate 2.

[0061] See also Figure 7 , the fixing spring 7 is provided with a protrusion protruding outward. Fig.11 , grooves are provided at both ends of the slide cover 4, namely, a first groove at one end and a second groove at the other end. When the slide cover 4 is in a closed position covering the box opening, the protrusion of the first fixing spring is inserted into the first groove of the slide cover 4; when the slide cover is in an open position exposing the opening, the protrusion of the second fixing spring is inserted into the second groove of the slide cover 4.

[0062] Although in the present embodiment, the fixing spring 7 is arranged on the track plate 2 and the groove is arranged on the sliding cover 4, the present invention is not limited to the above structure, and the fixing spring 7 may also be arranged on the sliding cover 4 and the groove may be arranged on the track plate, and the effect achieved is the same as that of the present embodiment.

[0063] By setting the fixing spring and the groove, the sliding cover 4 in the open or closed state can be fixed to the box body 1 to prevent the sliding cover 4 from moving when the vehicle is running. In addition, when the protrusion of the fixing spring 7 is engaged with the groove, the fixing spring will make a sound and vibrate to remind the user that the sliding cover 4 has been locked in place.

[0064] Since items are put into or taken out of the storage box when the slide cover 4 is open, and the slide cover 4 is usually in a closed state, the fixing spring 7 can also be arranged on only one side of the track plate 2, that is, a fixing spring and a groove are arranged at the closed position.

[0065] The fixing spring may also be replaced by other means, such as a hook, and its shape may also need to be adjusted.

[0066] See also Figure 8 The sliding cover 4 may also be provided with a handle 4 - 1 to facilitate the pushing and pulling of the sliding cover 4 .

[0067] The installation and operation of the storage box will be described below according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0068] First, four buffer springs 6 are installed on the slide cover 4, wherein the upper and lower sides of the slide cover 4 are integrally provided with buffer strips 5; and two fixing springs 7 are installed on the upper track 3, and two fixing springs 7 are installed on the lower guide rail. Then, the slide cover 4 is installed in the lower guide rail, and the slide cover 4 is fixed to the track plate 2 using the upper guide rail 3, and the position of the slide cover 4 can be adjusted by moving the upper guide rail 3. Finally, the box body 1 and the track plate 2 are fixed to the panel 9 of the suitcase by screws 8, wherein the panel 9 of the suitcase is provided with an opening corresponding to the opening of the box body 1, and the box body 1, the track plate 2 and the slide cover 4 are installed on the panel 9 from the outside, so that when observing from the inside of the suitcase, only the opening of the box body and the open state of the slide cover, or the closed state of the slide cover can be seen.

[0069] When the customer needs to place some infrequently used items or private items, they only need to open the slide cover 4, place the items in the box body 1, and then close the slide cover 4, and the items can be stored inside the storage box, thereby ensuring the smooth side of the suitcase and the privacy of the customer. The buffer spring 6 and the buffer strip 5 ensure the buffering when the slide cover 4 is opened and slid, and reduce the vibration and noise generated during the driving of the vehicle.

[0070] The present invention provides a new design of luggage side storage space, which utilizes the remaining space by adding a box body. By sliding the sliding cover, customers can put items in or take them out of the box body. At the same time, the sliding cover increases the beauty and privacy of the side of the luggage case.

[0071] The present invention achieves maximum space utilization and smooth appearance in the luggage compartment by arranging a box body and an external sliding cover in the luggage compartment of a vehicle, while providing a space for protecting personal privacy and convenience of use to the user. Moreover, the design of the luggage compartment can achieve better space utilization and diversified functions by changing the appearance of the storage box.

[0072] Although the storage box is arranged at the side of the luggage compartment of the vehicle in the embodiment of the present invention, it can also be arranged at other parts of the luggage compartment, such as the front part of the luggage compartment, or at a suitable part in the cab or passenger compartment of the vehicle. The storage box of the present invention can also be arranged on other transportation vehicles besides vehicles, such as ships, airplanes and other transportation vehicles.

[0073] The foregoing description of the specific exemplary embodiments of the present invention is presented for the purpose of illustration and description. The foregoing description is not intended to be exhaustive, nor is it intended to limit the present invention to the precise form disclosed, and it is apparent that many changes and variations are possible in accordance with the above teachings. The exemplary embodiments are selected and described to explain the specific principles of the present invention and its practical application, so that other technical personnel in the art can realize and utilize the various exemplary embodiments of the present invention and its different selected forms and modified forms. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A storage box for a vehicle trunk, which is used to be installed in the trunk of a vehicle, characterized in that: The storage box comprises a box body, a sliding cover and a track plate; The box body is mounted on a panel of the luggage box and includes a containing space and an opening; The track plate is installed on the box body, and is provided with an opening at a position corresponding to the opening of the box body, and the track plate includes an upper track and a lower track; The sliding cover is mounted on the track plate, and the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover can slide along the upper track and the lower track respectively to open or close the opening of the box body.

2. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 1, characterized in that: A buffer strip is disposed on at least one of the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover.

3. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one of a buffer spring is arranged between the upper side of the sliding cover and the upper track and between the lower side of the sliding cover and the lower track.

4. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 3, characterized in that: The buffer spring comprises a middle mounting block and protrusions on both sides, the mounting block is embedded in the upper side or the lower side of the sliding cover, and the protrusions protrude toward the upper track or the lower track.

5. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 3, characterized in that: There are four buffer springs, which are respectively located at the two ends of the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover.

6. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 1, characterized in that: One of the sliding cover and the track plate is provided with a fixing device to fix the sliding cover to the track plate when the sliding cover closes the opening.

7. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 6, characterized in that: The fixing device is a fixing spring, which includes a protrusion; the fixing spring is installed on one of the sliding cover and the track plate, and the other of the sliding cover and the track plate is provided with a groove, and the protrusion of the spring can be stuck in the groove.

8. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 7, characterized in that: There are four fixing springs, which are respectively arranged at the two ends of the upper track and the lower track; four grooves are respectively arranged at the two ends of the upper side and the lower side of the sliding cover.

9. The storage box for a vehicle trunk according to claim 6, characterized in that: The fixing device is a hook, which is arranged on the track plate and connects the sliding cover and the track plate together when the sliding cover is closed.

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