Facility for vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to an installation for a vehicle, comprising: a structural member (10) defining an opening (100) between an interior space (20) and a receiving area (21); at least one rail (11) extending through the opening (100); and an adjusting part (12A-12C) which is supported on the at least one rail (11) in a manner of moving along the at least one rail (11) through the opening (100).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The proposed solution relates to an installation for a vehicle and to a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] New vehicle interior concepts are partly based on vehicle seats in the form of reclining chairs in order to increase the comfort of the seat user. Such reclining chairs can, for example, be switched from an upright seat position into a stretched-out position or a reclining position which is tilted further back, and vice versa. In the reclining position, an increase in comfort can be achieved if the legs of the seat user can be positioned on a leg rest so that they are elevated. However, in the upright seat position, the leg rest would be of no use and should be able to be stowed in the most space-saving manner possible.

[0003] For this purpose, it is possible to connect the leg rest to the vehicle seat itself and to design it so that it can be pivoted under the vehicle seat. However, this requires sufficient installation space under the vehicle seat, which may not be available in some cases. In some vehicles, the space conditions are not sufficient for such a leg rest or other functional units. Summary of the invention

[0004] The object of the present invention is to provide a possibility for improving the space conditions in a vehicle.

[0005] This object is achieved by the subject matter having the features of claim 1 .

[0006] Thereafter, a facility for a vehicle is provided, the facility comprising: a structural member defining an opening between an interior space and a storage area; at least one track extending through the opening; and an adjustment member supported on the at least one track in a manner movable along the track through the opening.

[0007] Thus, the leg rest provided on the adjustment element can be moved into the interior, for example, when necessary, so that the seat user can place his legs on the leg rest. If the seat user does not want to place his legs on the leg rest, for example, the adjustment element together with the leg rest can be simply moved from the interior into the storage area, so that improved spatial conditions can be achieved in the interior despite increased comfort. Other functional units are also conceivable instead of the leg rest.

[0008] Two rails (eg, running parallel to each other) can be provided. The adjusting element is supported in a movable manner on the two rails. This allows a particularly stable embodiment.

[0009] The functional unit is mounted or can be mounted on the adjustment element. Thus, one or more functions can be satisfied by the adjustment element.

[0010] A functional unit in the form of a leg rest can be mounted on the adjustment element. This enables the above-mentioned comfortable utilization of the interior space.

[0011] Alternatively or additionally, a functional unit in the form of a table top, a massage device, a heating device or a transport device for transporting objects is or can be mounted on the adjustment element. The functional unit can also be a center console. The functional unit can include electrical devices. Thus, a variety of comfort functions can be implemented while improving the spatial conditions.

[0012] The functional unit can be electrically adjustable on the adjusting element. This allows for particularly comfortable use. The height or inclination of the leg rest or other functional units can be adjusted, in particular electrically adjustable. Alternatively or additionally, the functional unit can be electrically mounted on the adjusting element (and detachable). This allows for particularly simple replacement of the functional unit.

[0013] A plurality of functional units can be provided. It can be provided that one of the plurality of functional units can be selectively mounted on the adjusting member. The functional unit can be replaced on the adjusting member. This modular system allows a particularly large functional diversity.

[0014] Functional units that are not mounted on the adjustment element are arranged, for example, in the storage area. This allows a particularly large functional diversity without affecting the spatial conditions in the interior.

[0015] The device can include a motor unit for adjusting the adjustment element along at least one track. This allows for particularly comfortable use. Optionally, the motor unit is fastened to the adjustment element or to the track (for example to the end of the track).

[0016] Furthermore, the vehicle seat can be mounted on at least one rail (in the interior) in a manner that it can be adjusted manually and / or electrically along the at least one rail. Thus, the rail is used in a dual manner.

[0017] It can be provided that the vehicle seat and the adjusting element are mounted so that they can be adjusted by means of the same spindle. The spindle can be fixedly mounted on a rail, for example, and a motor unit is provided on the adjusting element and the vehicle seat, respectively, which motor unit drives a spindle nut meshing with the spindle. Alternatively, it can be provided that the vehicle seat and the adjusting element are mounted so that they can be adjusted by means of separate spindles. Thus, a motor unit in the form of a front drive unit can be provided for the adjusting element.

[0018] The structural component, for example, forms at least a part of a wall delimiting the interior space. The structural component may be a decorative element.

[0019] According to one aspect, a vehicle is provided, comprising: an interior space for passengers; a storage area for storing items; at least one track extending through an opening, the opening connecting the interior space with the storage area; and an adjustment element, the adjustment element being supported on the at least one track in such a way that it can move along the track through the opening. With regard to the advantages, reference is made to the above description. The adjustment element can be moved along the track from the interior space through the opening into the storage area and vice versa.

[0020] The storage area is designed, for example, in the form of a front trunk. Such a front trunk, also known as a Frunk (front + trunk), is common in particular in electric vehicles. However, this storage area is often not used or is used only to a small extent due to its limited size and its generally unfavorable accessibility. Thus, the described solution allows better utilization of this storage space. Alternatively, however, the storage area can also be designed in the form of a rear trunk or a storage platform.

[0021] The motor unit can be configured to automatically move the adjustment member to a storage position outside the movement area of ​​the passenger when an accident of the vehicle is detected. The storage position can be located within the storage area. Thus, safety can be improved.

[0022] The opening between the interior space and the storage area can be automatically and / or electrically closed by means of a closing device, in particular a roller shutter or a door. Thus, it is possible to prevent items from, for example, accidentally rolling into the storage area.

[0023] The storage area is closable. That is, the storage area can be selectively opened and closed, for example. This allows for safe placement of items, such as leg rests, other functional units mentioned above, and / or luggage, for example. The storage area can be closed by means of a cover, for example in the form of a hood.

[0024] The storage area can be approached from the outside of the vehicle, for example. Thus, luggage can be placed from the outside, for example, and the adjustment element can be moved toward it from the interior.

[0025] At least one vehicle seat may be arranged in an interior of the vehicle.

[0026] A vehicle may include the device according to any of the embodiments described herein.

[0027] According to one aspect, the use of rails is proposed for producing a connection (for an adjustment element) between an interior of a vehicle for passengers and a storage area of ​​the vehicle (for example in the form of a luggage compartment, in particular a front luggage compartment). BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] The concept on which the present invention is based will be further explained below in conjunction with the embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. Among them:

[0029] Figure 1A A vehicle having an interior space and a storage area is shown, wherein the adjustment element can be moved from the interior space into the storage area and is arranged in the interior space;

[0030] Figure 1B Show Figure 1A The vehicle, wherein the adjustment member is arranged in the storage area;

[0031] Figure 2 An interior space of a vehicle is shown with an adjustment member that can be moved from the interior space into a storage area;

[0032] Figure 3 A vehicle is shown having an interior space and a storage area, wherein an adjustment element can be moved from the interior space into the storage area and one of a plurality of functional units can be arranged; and

[0033] Figure 4 Another vehicle is shown having an interior space and a storage area. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] Figure 1A A vehicle 2 is shown having an interior space 20 for passengers. The vehicle 2 is designed as an electric vehicle and can be driven by a battery.

[0035] A plurality of vehicle seats are arranged in the interior 20 of the vehicle 2, of which one vehicle seat 22 is shown here. The vehicle seat 22 comprises a seating part 220 and a backrest 221. The backrest 221 is supported on the seating part 220 in a pivotable manner about a pivot axis by means of an accessory device.

[0036] Figure 1A The vehicle seat 22 is shown in a stretched position (or stretched posture) in which a seat occupant of the vehicle seat 22 may, for example, rest or sleep. Figure 1BThe upright position (or upright posture) is shown. In the upright position, the seat user can, for example, drive the vehicle 2 with the vehicle seat 22 as a driver. In the extended position, at least the backrest 221 is tilted further backwards (from the perspective of the seat user sitting on the vehicle seat 22 and looking forward) than in the upright position, specifically to such an extent that the torso angle (and / or the angle of the longitudinal axis of the backrest 221) exceeds 25° relative to the vertical (or the vehicle height axis) when oriented in the vehicle 2 on a horizontal surface according to the installed state. The torso angle corresponds, for example, to the angle of the straight torso line of the torso of the seat user sitting on the vehicle seat 22 from the hip joint to the shoulder relative to the vertical (or the vehicle height axis). The longitudinal axis of the backrest 221 extends, for example, from the pivot axis of the backrest 221 at the seating part 220 to the upper end edge of the backrest 221.

[0037] The measurement of the torso angle can be carried out, for example, in accordance with E / ECE / 324 and / or E / ECE / TRANS / 505 (e.g. Regulation No. 14, Amendment 1 / Supplement No. 13 / Reference 1, Annex 4). The measurement of the torso angle can be carried out, for example, using the standardized H-point measuring device SAE J826 H-POINT MANIKIN in accordance with E / ECE / 324 and / or E / ECE / TRANS / 505 (e.g. in accordance with Regulation No. 14, Amendment 1 / Supplement No. 13 / Reference 1, Annex 4).

[0038] At least the backrest 221 is movable from an upright seating position to a further rearwardly tilted extended position, and vice versa.

[0039] In order to enable a seat occupant who is resting on the vehicle seat 22 to have a reclining position that is as comfortable as possible, a leg rest 120 is provided, on which the seat occupant can place his feet and / or legs, in particular in the stretched-out position.

[0040] In contrast, if the vehicle seat 22 is arranged in an upright position (see Figure 1B ), the leg support 120 may not be needed.

[0041] In order to store the leg rest 120 in a space-saving manner when necessary, the vehicle 2 includes a device 1A including a rail 11 extending through an opening 100 and an adjustment element 12A supported on the rail 11 so as to be movable along the rail 11 through the opening 100. The opening 100 connects the interior 20 with the storage area 21.

[0042] The leg support 120 is fastened to the adjustment member 12A.

[0043] Here, the exemplary arrangement 1A also includes a structural component 10, which defines an opening 100 between an interior space 20 and a storage area 21 of the vehicle 2. The structural component 10 forms a wall delimiting the interior space 20, specifically in the footwell region here. The structural component 10 is a decorative part, which forms a surface in the interior space 20. Here, the structural component 10 is arranged below the instrument panel. It can be provided that no airbag is arranged in the instrument panel.

[0044] The storage area 21 is configured to store items, specifically, here, to store the leg rest 120 and other items 3, such as luggage, bags, etc.

[0045] The storage area 21 has a storage space. The storage area 21 is configured as a front luggage box, that is, a front luggage space. The storage area 21 is arranged in front of the interior space 20 in the direction of straight driving.

[0046] Storage area 21 according to Figure 1A The partition wall 213 divides the luggage compartment area 210 and the adjustment area 211 .

[0047] The storage area 21 can be closed by a cover 212 in the form of a hood. The lock 13 fixes the cover 212 in the closed position. The cover 212 is mounted on the body of the vehicle 2 in a pivotable manner. The cover 212 can be opened in order to remove objects 3 from the luggage compartment area 210 or to place objects in the luggage compartment area. In this case, the storage area 21 (more precisely, the luggage compartment area 210) can be approached from the outside of the vehicle 2 by opening the cover 212. Due to the partition wall 213, the adjustment area 211 cannot be approached through the opening that can be closed by the cover 212. Therefore, the adjustment area 211 is used to reserve storage space for the leg rest 120 in the front luggage compartment, and the user cannot occupy this storage space with other items.

[0048] Alternatively, it may be provided that no partition wall 213 is provided or that the partition wall 213 is removable.

[0049] The installation 1A comprises two tracks 11 arranged parallel to each other. Figure 1A and 1B In the side view of the , only one of the two tracks 11 is visible, the other track is identical (or a mirror image). Track 11 is the long track.

[0050] The track 11 is elongated. The track 11 extends in a straight line, but other extension modes, such as arc extension, are also conceivable. The track 11 extends longitudinally along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The track extends through the interior space 20, the opening 100 and the storage area 21 (more precisely: through the adjustment area 211).

[0051] A motor unit 14 is provided in order to adjust the adjustment element 12A (here together with the leg rest 120 ) along the rail 11 . Figure 1A The adjusting element 12A in the interior 20 is shown in a position in which the seat user can place his legs on the leg rest 120. The motor unit is mounted on the vehicle 2 and drives a spindle extending along one of the rails 11. The adjusting element 12A has a spindle nut which engages with the spindle. The motor unit 14 is arranged in the adjustment area 211, here exemplarily at the end of the rail 11 facing away from the interior 20. Here, the motor unit 14 is fastened to one of the rails 11 by way of example. Alternatively, it can be provided, for example, that the motor unit 14 is fastened to the adjusting element 12A.

[0052] The motor unit 14 can be configured to automatically move the adjustment element 12A to a stowed position outside the passenger's movement area when an accident of the vehicle 2 is detected. The motor unit 14 can be located in particular in the stowage area 21 .

[0053] The adjustment element 12A is adjustable independently of the vehicle seat 22. Furthermore, a functional unit, here the leg rest 120, is adjustable on the adjustment element 12A.

[0054] In contrast, Figure 1B The adjustment element 12A is shown arranged together with the leg support 120 in the adjustment region 211 .

[0055] The structural member 10 is also provided with a door 101, which can close or release the opening 100 between the inner space 20 and the storage area 21. The door 101 is provided according to Figure 1A is open, and according to Figure 1B The door 101 can be opened and closed automatically and / or electrically.

[0056] exist Figure 1A and 1B In the example of , the vehicle seat 22 is supported on the rail 11. The vehicle seat 22 can be adjusted along the rail 11. The rail 11 is a longitudinal adjustment rail. The vehicle seat 22 can be adjusted manually along the rail 11, for example. In addition, it can be provided that at least one spindle is mounted on one of the rails 11 in a rotationally fixed manner, and the motor unit 14 is respectively mounted on the adjustment part 12A and the vehicle seat 22, which respectively drives the spindle nut rotating along the common spindle.

[0057] Figure 2 A further installation 1B of a vehicle 2 is shown, which is constructed similarly to the above-described installation 1A. However, the difference is that the vehicle seats 22 of the vehicle are not supported on the rails 11 of the installation. Rather, the rails 11 are arranged between the vehicle seats 22. The vehicle seats 22 can optionally be longitudinally adjusted parallel to the rails 11, for example by means of further rails.

[0058] In addition, the leg rest is not installed on the adjustment member 12B, but the table top 121 is installed. When the adjustment member 12B is arranged in the interior space 20 together with the table top 121 (such as Figure 2 ), Figure 2 The seat occupants of the two vehicle seats 22 shown may place items on the table top 121 .

[0059] When the table top 121 is not needed, the table top can be moved into the storage area 21 along the track 11 guided by the track 11 .

[0060] Figure 3 The equipment 1C of the vehicle 2 is shown, which is similar to Figure 1A and 1B The device 12A is constructed in the same manner as the facility 1A in the embodiment of the present invention. The difference is that a plurality of different functional units can be mounted on the adjustment member 12C. For this purpose, a plurality of functional units are arranged in the storage area 21, here there is a leg rest 120, a massage device 122, a heating device 123 and a transport device 124 for transporting items. The massage unit 122 is configured to perform vibrations and / or rhythmic movements. The heating device 123 is configured to heat the interior space 20. The transport device 124 is used to transport items. The transport device 124 can also be configured as a storage portion, where it is configured in the form of a container.

[0061] Optionally, one of the functional units can be mounted on the adjusting member 12C in a replaceable manner. For this purpose, the functional unit and the adjusting member 12C include coupling members 125, 126, respectively. The coupling members 125, 126 can be locked to each other so as to releasably fix the respective functional unit on the adjusting member 12C. The motor unit 15 is configured to place the respectively selected functional unit on the adjusting member 12C. The coupling member 127 is configured to separate the motor unit 15 from the respective functional unit (and reconnect them when necessary).

[0062] Thus, a replacement box is arranged in the front trunk so that the adjustment element that can be displaced (preferably automatically) on the rails 11 can be equipped with different functional units. This provides a high degree of flexibility in the use of the functional units.

[0063] The rails 11 can also be used as a transport option for goods between the interior 20 and the storage area 21. Interfering objects in the interior 20 can be transported into the storage area 21 during travel (for example using the transport device 124) and stored there.

[0064] This solution eliminates the need for space in the interior 20 in the non-use position for, for example, a leg rest 120 or other functional units that are adjustable on the rails 11. Larger functional units can be used that could not be used previously due to restricted space conditions.

[0065] Figure 4 Show according to Figure 1A and 1B A design scheme in which the vehicle seat 22 and the adjustment member 12A are supported in a manner that can be adjusted by means of separate spindles 16A, 16B. In the example shown, the spindles 16A, 16B extend along the track 11 in one of the tracks 11. The spindles are coaxial here. Here, the first spindle 16A is driven by the motor unit 14 of the adjustment member 12A (the motor unit is mounted on the end of the spindle 16A in the storage area 21). The second spindle 16B is, for example, firmly fixed to the track 11, and the motor unit 14 mounted on the vehicle seat 22 rotates the spindle nut along the spindle 16B. Alternatively, the second spindle 16B can also be rotated relative to the track 11 and driven by another motor unit mounted on the track 11 (for example, on its other end).

[0066] It should be noted that the vehicle seat and the adjustment unit may run on the same rails and / or spindles or on separate rails and / or spindles.

[0067] The adjustment elements 12A, 12B and / or the functional units arranged thereon can be arranged aligned with the vehicle seats 22 or alternatively offset laterally (in the y direction, perpendicular to the rail 11 ) relative to one or more of the vehicle seats 22 .

[0068] Reference numerals list

[0069] 1A~1C Facilities

[0070] 10 Structural components

[0071] 100 Open

[0072] 101 Doors

[0073] 11 Track

[0074] 12A~12C Adjustment parts

[0075] 120 Leg Support

[0076] 121 Table Top

[0077] 122 Massage Device

[0078] 123 Heating device

[0079] 124 Transport Equipment

[0080] 125, 126, 127 Connectors

[0081] 13 Lock

[0082] 14, 15 Motor unit

[0083] 16A, 16B Mandrel

[0084] 2 Vehicles

[0085] 20 Interior Space

[0086] 21 Storage Area

[0087] 210 Luggage area

[0088] 211 Adjustment Zone

[0089] 212 Cover

[0090] 213 Partition Wall

[0091] 22 Vehicle seats

[0092] 220 Ride

[0093] 221 Backrest

[0094] 3 Items

Claims

1. A facility (1A-1C) for a vehicle (2), the facility comprising: - a structural member (10) defining an opening (100) between the interior space (20) and the storage area (21), - at least one track (11) extending through the opening (100), and - an adjusting member (12A-12C), the adjusting member being supported on the at least one track (11) in a manner capable of moving along the at least one track (11) through the opening (100).

2. The facility (1A-1C) according to claim 1, characterized in that It has two rails (11) extending parallel to each other, and the adjusting parts (12A-12C) are supported on the two rails in a movably manner.

3. The facility (1A, 1C) according to claim 1, characterized in that The functional unit is mounted or can be mounted on the adjustment member (12A).

4. The facility (1A, 1C) according to claim 3, characterized in that A functional unit in the form of a leg rest (120) is mounted on the adjustment member (12A).

5. The facility (1B) according to claim 3, characterized in that A functional unit in the form of a table top (121), a massage device (122), a heating device (123) or a transport device (124) for transporting items is mounted or can be mounted on the adjustment member (12B, 12C).

6. The facility (1A-1C) according to claim 3, characterized in that: The functional unit can be electrically adjusted on the adjusting member (12A-12C) and / or can be electrically mounted on the adjusting member (12C).

7. The facility (1C) according to claim 3, characterized in that A plurality of functional units are provided, wherein, optionally, one of the plurality of functional units is replaceably mounted on the adjustment element (12C).

8. The facility (1C) according to claim 7, characterized in that Functional units not mounted on the adjustment member (12C) are arranged in the storage area (21).

9. The facility (1A-1C) according to claim 1, characterized in that A motor unit (14) is provided for adjusting the adjusting member (12A-12C) along the at least one track (11), wherein the motor unit (14) is firmly mounted on the adjusting member (12A-12C) or the track.

10. The facility (1A, 1C) according to claim 1, characterized in that A vehicle seat (22) is mounted in an interior space (20) on the at least one rail (11) in a manner that it can be adjusted manually and / or electrically along the at least one rail (11).

11. The installation (1A, 1C) according to claim 10, characterized in that The vehicle seat (22) and the adjustment element (12A, 12C) are supported in such a way that they can be adjusted by means of the same spindle or by means of separate spindles (16A, 16B).

12. The facility (1C) according to claim 1, characterized in that The structural component (10) forms at least a portion of a wall delimiting the interior space (20).

13. A vehicle (2), comprising: - interior space for passengers (20), - Storage area (21) for storing items (120~123, 3), - at least one rail (11) extending through an opening (100) connecting the interior space (20) with the storage area (21), and - an adjusting member (12A-12C), the adjusting member being supported on the at least one track (11) in a manner capable of moving along the track (11) through the opening (100).

14. The vehicle (2) according to claim 13, characterized in that The storage area (21) is constructed in the form of a luggage box.

15. The vehicle (2) according to claim 13, characterized in that The motor unit (14) is configured to automatically move the adjustment member (12A-12C) to a storage position outside a passenger's movement area, in particular to a storage area (21), when an accident of the vehicle (2) is detected.

16. The vehicle (2) according to claim 13, characterized in that The opening (100) between the interior space (20) and the storage area (21) can be automatically and / or electrically closed by means of a closing device, in particular in the form of a roller shutter or a door (101).

17. The vehicle (2) according to claim 13, characterized in that The storage area (21) can be closed by means of a cover plate (212).

18. The vehicle (2) according to claim 13, characterized in that The storage area (21) is accessible from outside the vehicle (2).

19. The vehicle (2) according to claim 13, characterized in that At least one vehicle seat (22) is arranged in the interior space (20).

20. The vehicle (2) according to claim 13, comprising facilities (1A-1C), wherein the facilities include: - a structural member (10) defining an opening (100) between the interior space (20) and the storage area (21), - at least one track (11) extending through the opening (100), and - an adjusting member (12A-12C), the adjusting member being supported on the at least one track (11) in a manner capable of moving along the at least one track (11) through the opening (100).

21. Use of a rail (11) for establishing a connection between an interior space (20) for passengers of a vehicle (2) and a storage area (21) in the form of a front luggage compartment of the vehicle (2).

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