Automobile armrest box lighting system, installation method, armrest box and automobile

Abstract

The invention relates to an automobile armrest box lighting system, an installation method, an armrest box and an automobile, the automobile armrest box lighting system comprises an upper magnet and a reed pipe, the shape of the upper magnet is matched with an installation space formed among a plurality of side edge limiting ribs in an armrest, the upper magnet can be clamped into the installation space, the reed pipe penetrates through a support, and the reed pipe is connected with the upper magnet. The top of the support is provided with an opening matched with a welding rib of a handrail lower frame of the auxiliary fascia console, and due to the relative position relation between the opening and the reed switch, after the plastic support and the welding rib of the handrail lower frame are fixed, the reed switch can be located in the inner space of the handrail lower frame. When the lighting system is installed, the lighting system can be directly installed on the armrest box, convenience and rapidness are achieved, and the original structure of the armrest box cannot be damaged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of automobile accessories, and in particular to an automobile armrest box lighting system, an installation method, an armrest box, and an automobile. Background Art

[0002] The statements herein merely provide background information related to the present invention and do not necessarily constitute prior art.

[0003] In modern car interior design, the armrest box has become the core area of ​​the sub-instrument panel to display innovation and practicality due to its convenient storage and high frequency of use. Among them, the armrest box light and the switch that controls its lighting and extinguishing have become key technologies.

[0004] At present, the technology for controlling the lighting switch of the car armrest box mainly adopts push-type switches. Push-type switches are based on mechanical principles and realize the connection and disconnection of the circuit through physical pressing contact. They are widely used in electrical and electronic equipment. However, there are problems that cannot be ignored in the process of automobile manufacturing and assembly. Push-type switches need to plan and design holes in the top frame of the armrest box so that the left and right armrests can contact when opening and closing, which destroys the appearance integrity of the armrest box frame. If there is no need to configure the armrest box light, a small plug cover needs to be added to the opening. When the armrest is opened, customers can clearly feel the abrupt shape, which affects the aesthetics.

[0005] Patent CN213138637U discloses a multifunctional automobile armrest box, in which a magnet is arranged on the inner side of the box cover, and a magnetic induction switch is arranged in the storage box corresponding to the position of the magnet. The magnetic induction switch is respectively connected to the ultraviolet disinfection lamp and the control circuit. However, in the above patent, it is necessary to open a hole on the box cover for installing the magnet, and it is necessary to set a fixing hole for installing the magnetic induction switch in the storage box, which destroys the original structure of the storage box. Therefore, the magnet-magnetic induction switch scheme of the above patent cannot be directly installed without changing the armrest box structure, and the assembly is complicated. Summary of the invention

[0006] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a car armrest box lighting system, an installation method, an armrest box, and a car, which can be directly assembled on the current car armrest box without improving the structure of the armrest box, and is easy to assemble.

[0007] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention is implemented through the following technical solutions:

[0008] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present invention provides a vehicle armrest lighting system, comprising:

[0009] Upper magnet: The shape of the upper magnet matches the installation space formed between the multiple side limiting ribs inside the handrail, and the upper magnet can be snapped into the installation space

[0010] Reed switch: The reed switch passes through the bracket. The top of the bracket is provided with an opening that matches the welding ribs of the lower frame of the armrest of the auxiliary instrument panel. The relative position relationship between the opening and the reed switch enables the reed switch to be located in the internal space of the lower frame of the armrest after the plastic bracket and the welding ribs of the lower frame of the armrest are fixed. The reed switch is connected to the power supply circuit of the lighting element to control the conduction and disconnection of the power supply circuit.

[0011] Optionally, the power supply circuit harness to which the reed switch is connected is connected to a harness connector, and the harness connector is connected to a lighting element.

[0012] Optionally, the wiring harness of the power supply circuit passes through a wiring harness buckle, and the wiring harness buckle is used to be fixedly connected to the auxiliary instrument panel.

[0013] Optionally, the bracket is made of plastic material, and an opening is provided on the top for the welding rib on the lower frame of the armrest to pass through, and a reed switch fixing hole is provided below the opening. The reed switch passes through the bracket through the reed switch fixing hole and is fixedly connected to the bracket.

[0014] Optionally, reinforcing ribs are provided on the surface of the bracket at positions above and below the opening.

[0015] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present invention provides a method for installing a vehicle armrest lighting system:

[0016] After the lighting element and the reed switch are connected to the power supply circuit, the lighting element is fixed to the lighting element installation area on the frame of the auxiliary instrument panel body;

[0017] After the welding ribs of the lower handrail frame pass through the openings on the bracket, the bracket is fixed to the welding ribs on the lower handrail frame. At this time, the reed switch is located in the internal space of the lower handrail frame.

[0018] Insert the upper magnet into the installation space formed by the limiting ribs of the side armrest corresponding to the reed switch.

[0019] Optionally, the bracket is a plastic bracket, and the bracket is fixed to the welding ribs on the lower armrest frame by welding.

[0020] Optionally, the wiring harness of the power supply circuit is passed through the wiring harness buckle, and the wiring harness buckle is fixed to the frame of the auxiliary instrument panel.

[0021] In the third aspect, an embodiment of the present invention provides a car armrest box, including a sub-instrument panel body, on which an armrest box body is arranged, and also includes the car armrest box lighting system described in the first aspect, wherein the upper magnet is located inside the armrest on one side of the armrest box body, and is inserted into the installation space formed between multiple limiting ribs inside the armrest, and the lighting element is fixed on the sub-instrument panel to illuminate the internal space of the armrest box body, and the welding ribs on the lower frame of the armrest of the sub-instrument panel body are fixed to the bracket and the reed switch is located in the internal space of the lower frame of the armrest.

[0022] In a fourth aspect, an embodiment of the present invention provides a car, provided with the car armrest box described in the third aspect.

[0023] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0024] The automobile armrest box lighting system of the present invention has an upper magnet that can be inserted into an installation space formed between a plurality of limiting ribs inside the armrest, and a reed switch is connected to a bracket. The bracket can be directly fixedly connected to the welding ribs on the lower frame of the armrest through an opening and the reed switch is located in the internal space of the lower frame of the armrest. The upper magnet and the reed switch can be directly installed on the armrest and the auxiliary instrument panel, and there is no need to process corresponding installation holes on the armrest and the auxiliary instrument panel. The installation is convenient and quick, and the assembly difficulty is reduced. Moreover, the upper magnet is located inside the armrest, and the reed switch is located in the internal space of the lower frame of the armrest, and outside the storage space of the armrest box. All components are hidden, which not only retains the integrity of the appearance, but also does not destroy the original structure of the armrest box, and is highly practical. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] The accompanying drawings in the specification, which constitute a part of the present invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute improper limitations on the present invention.

[0026] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of Embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 is a side view of the overall structure of embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the upper magnet in Example 2 of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the bracket and reed switch in Example 2 of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the bracket and reed switch in Example 2 of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0031] Figure 6is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of Embodiment 3 of the present invention;

[0032] Among them, 1. upper magnet, 2. reed switch, 3. bracket, 4. power supply circuit wiring harness, 5. wiring harness buckle, 6. frame, 7. limiting ribs, 8. armrest lower frame, 9. welding ribs, 10. first wiring harness connector, 11. armrest box light one, 12. armrest box light two, 13. armrest box light three, 14. armrest box light four, 15. second wiring harness connector, 16. lower frame, 17. guard plate, 18. shaft, 19. damping, 20. armrest spring, 21. upper frame, 22. locking mechanism, 23. buffer pad, 24. rubber strip. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] Example 1

[0034] This embodiment provides a vehicle armrest lighting system. Figure 1-Figure 2 As shown, it includes an upper magnet 1, a reed switch 2, a bracket 3, a power supply circuit harness 4, a harness buckle 5, a harness connector, a lighting element and other components. The upper magnet 1 is used to be installed inside the armrest of the armrest box, the reed switch 2 is fixedly connected to the bracket 3, the bracket 3 is fixed on the lower frame of the armrest of the auxiliary instrument panel, the reed switch 2 is hidden inside the lower frame of the armrest, and is located outside the storage space of the armrest box. The reed switch 2 is connected to the power supply circuit harness 4 of the lighting element. When the armrest of the armrest box is closed, the upper magnet 1 is close to the reed switch 2, and the internal contacts of the reed switch 2 are disconnected under the action of the magnetic field, the power supply circuit of the lighting element is disconnected, and the lighting element is turned off. When the armrest of the armrest box is opened, the upper magnet 1 is away from the reed switch 2, the reed switch 2 is not affected by the magnetic field, its internal contacts are turned on, the power supply circuit of the lighting element is turned on, and the lighting element works.

[0035] In order to enable the upper magnet 1 to be directly installed inside the armrest on one side of the armrest box without modifying the armrest, the upper magnet 1 adopts a rectangular magnet with a specification of 6*3*18mm. The upper magnet 1 adopts a 42H magnet or an N42 magnet. The N42 magnet has poor temperature resistance and can withstand a maximum temperature of 80°C. Its service life is only 3-5 years. Therefore, it is preferred to use a magnet made of 42H+nickel-plated material, which has good temperature resistance, a maximum temperature resistance of 120°C, a magnetic field strength of Max. 4800-5200 Gauss, and a designed service life of 15 years.

[0036] like Figure 3 As shown, in the armrest structure of the current armrest box, its internal skeleton 6 has a plurality of limiting ribs 7, and in this embodiment, there are 6 limiting ribs 7. The distribution positions of the limiting ribs 7 form a rectangular area, forming an installation space matching the upper magnet 1. The upper magnet 1 can be inserted into this installation space, and the upper magnet 1 is interference fit with the limiting ribs 7, thereby achieving the fixation of the upper magnet 1.

[0037] By adopting this arrangement, the upper magnet 1 can be installed without improving the armrest structure of the armrest box.

[0038] The reed switch 2 is a cylindrical structure. The reed switch 2 uses a reed switch with a tube length of 14 mm or a reed switch with a tube length of 20 mm. When a 14 mm reed switch is used, the switch load capacity is weak and a working dead zone is easily generated, resulting in switch failure. Therefore, the reed switch uses a rod reed switch with a tube length of 20 mm, and the sensing distance is 15 cm-25 cm.

[0039] When the upper magnet 1 and the reed switch 2 are installed vertically, the magnetic field strength is proportional to the switch stroke. When the distance between the magnet and the reed switch decreases (i.e. the switch stroke decreases), the magnetic field strength increases; conversely, when the distance increases (i.e. the switch stroke increases), the magnetic field strength decreases.

[0040] The bracket 3 adopts a plate-like structure and is made of plastic material. A rectangular opening is provided on the upper portion of the bracket, and the opening matches the welding rib 9 on the lower frame 8 of the armrest of the auxiliary instrument panel. The welding rib 9 can pass through the bracket 3 through the opening.

[0041] A circular hole is provided below the opening, and the reed switch 2 passes through the bracket 3 through the circular hole. The reed switch 2 and the bracket 3 are interference-fitted so that the reed switch 2 and the bracket 3 are fixedly connected.

[0042] There is a set distance between the circular hole and the opening, that is, there is a set relative position between the reed switch 2 and the opening so that after the bracket 3 and the welding rib 9 are fixed, the reed switch 2 can extend into the internal space of the lower frame 8 of the armrest, so that the reed switch 2 is hidden inside the lower frame 8 of the armrest.

[0043] In this embodiment, the distance between the circular hole and the opening can be determined according to the size of the lower frame of the armrest, which will not be described in detail here.

[0044] Furthermore, multiple reinforcing ribs 3 - 1 are provided on the surface areas of the bracket above and below the opening to increase the structural strength of the entire bracket 3 .

[0045] The reed switch 2 is connected to the power supply circuit harness 4 of the lighting element. In order to distribute the harness neatly on the auxiliary instrument panel, the harness passes through the harness buckle 5, which is used to be fixed on the auxiliary instrument panel. The harness is connected to the lighting element through the first harness connector 10. The lighting element can use existing equipment, including armrest box light 11, armrest box light 2 12, armrest box light 3 13 and armrest box light 4 14. The control circuit harness is also connected to the second harness connector 15. The second harness connector 15 is used to connect to the car power supply through the whole vehicle harness and use the car power supply for power supply.

[0046] The wiring harness buckles and wiring harness connectors can adopt existing technologies, and their specific structures are not described in detail here. The connection method between the wiring harness buckles, wiring harness connectors and the wiring harness can adopt existing technologies, and is not described in detail here.

[0047] Example 2

[0048] This embodiment provides a method for installing the vehicle armrest lighting system according to Embodiment 1, comprising the following steps:

[0049] Step 1: Connect the lighting element to the power supply circuit harness 4 through the first harness connector 10. After the power supply circuit harness 4 passes through the harness buckle 5, install the lighting element in the lighting element installation area of ​​the auxiliary instrument panel. Fix the second harness connector 15 carried by the power supply circuit harness 4 itself at the vehicle harness connection of the auxiliary instrument panel. Connect the harness buckle to the upper frame of the auxiliary instrument panel through bolts.

[0050] The above steps can be carried out using existing technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0051] Step 2: If Figure 4-Figure 5 As shown, the bracket 3 is installed on the armrest lower frame 8 of the auxiliary instrument panel, and after the welding rib 9 on one side of the armrest lower frame 8 passes through the opening on the upper part of the bracket 3, the welding rib 9 and the bracket 3 are welded and fixed. At this time, the reed switch 2 extends into the internal space of the armrest lower frame 8 and is hidden inside the armrest lower frame 8, and the bracket 3 is located outside the armrest lower frame 8.

[0052] Step 3: If Figure 3 As shown, the upper magnet 1 is inserted into the space formed by the six limiting ribs 7 of the frame 6 of the armrest on one side. The upper magnet 1 and the limiting ribs 7 are interference fit, so that the upper magnet 1 is fixed inside the armrest, and the armrest with the upper magnet 1 installed is located on the same side as the welding rib 9.

[0053] After step 3 is completed, the installation of the entire car armrest box lighting system is completed.

[0054] The upper magnet 1 and the reed switch 2 can be directly installed on the armrest and the auxiliary instrument panel, without processing the corresponding installation holes on the armrest and the auxiliary instrument panel body. The installation is convenient and quick, and the assembly difficulty is reduced. Moreover, the upper magnet 1 is located inside the armrest, and the reed switch 2 is located in the internal space of the lower frame 8 of the armrest, and is located outside the storage space of the armrest box. All components are hidden, which not only retains the integrity of the appearance, but also does not destroy the original structure of the armrest box, and is highly practical.

[0055] In this embodiment, the upper magnet and the reed switch need to reserve the installation position in advance. If there is no requirement in the early stage, the mold can be repaired later without re-opening the mold. The upper magnet and the reed switch are flexibly fitted with the existing peripheral parts structure, reducing the dependence on specific molds. Even if the installation position or requirements of the upper magnet and the reed switch change in different projects, there is no need to re-open the mold, ensuring that the model structure inside the armrest box and the integrity of the external appearance are not damaged, greatly reducing costs.

[0056] Example 3

[0057] This embodiment provides a car armrest box, such as Figure 6 As shown, the auxiliary instrument panel can adopt the existing structure, including a lower frame 16, and guard plates 17 are arranged on both sides of the lower frame 16. One side of the lower frame 16 is concave downward to form an armrest box body. The armrest box body has a space for holding objects inside. Shafts 18 are arranged on both sides of the armrest box body. The shafts 18 are rotatably connected to the outer side of the armrest through a damper 19 and an armrest spring 20. The armrest is located above the space inside the armrest box body. The armrest can be rotated to open or close the space inside the armrest box body. The armrest box body An armrest lower frame 8 is provided on one side of the body, and the armrest lower frame 8 is fixedly connected to the shaft 18. An upper frame 21 is provided on one side of the armrest lower frame 8, and the upper frame 21 is fixed above the lower frame 16. A locking mechanism 22 is provided on the upper frame 21 for locking the armrest in a closed state. A buffer pad 23 is also provided on the upper surface of the armrest lower frame 8. The buffer pad 23 is used to contact with the armrest to cushion the closing of the armrest. Rubber strips 24 are also provided on the opposite edges of the two armrests for sealing the gap between the two armrests in a closed state.

[0058] The above technology can adopt existing technology, and its further technical details are not described in detail here.

[0059] One side of the armrest lower frame 8 is a space for the armrest box body to hold objects, and a lighting element is fixed on the upper frame 21 on the other side of the armrest lower frame 8. The lighting element and the upper frame 21 are fixed in the existing technology and will not be described in detail here. The harness buckle 5 and the two harness connectors are all fixed on the upper frame 21, and their fixing positions can be set according to actual needs, which will not be described in detail here.

[0060] The welding ribs 9 of the armrest lower frame 8 pass through the openings on the bracket 3, and the bracket 3 is welded and fixed to the welding ribs 9. The reed switch 2 is hidden in the internal space of the armrest lower frame 8 and is located outside the space of the armrest box body for holding objects.

[0061] The upper magnet 1 is inserted into the installation space formed by the six limiting ribs 7 of the armrest frame 6 .

[0062] In this embodiment, a magnet, a bracket and a reed switch are installed on the basis of the existing armrest box, and the remaining structure of the armrest box can adopt the existing technology, which will not be described in detail here.

[0063] In the armrest box of this embodiment, when the armrest is closed, the upper magnet approaches the reed switch, the internal contacts of the reed switch are disconnected under the action of the magnetic field, the power supply circuit is not conductive, and the lighting element is turned off. After the armrest is opened, the upper magnet leaves the reed switch at a set distance, the reed switch is not affected by the magnetic field, is in a normal conductive state, and the lighting element works.

[0064] Example 4

[0065] This embodiment provides a car, which is provided with the car armrest box described in Example 3. The remaining structures of the car can adopt the existing technology and will not be described in detail here.

[0066] The above description is only the preferred embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application may have various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present application shall be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A car armrest lighting system, characterized in that: include: Upper magnet: The shape of the upper magnet matches the installation space formed between the multiple side limiting ribs inside the handrail, and the upper magnet can be snapped into the installation space Reed switch: The reed switch passes through the bracket. The top of the bracket is provided with an opening that matches the welding ribs of the lower frame of the armrest of the auxiliary instrument panel. The relative position relationship between the opening and the reed switch enables the reed switch to be located in the internal space of the lower frame of the armrest after the plastic bracket and the welding ribs of the lower frame of the armrest are fixed. The reed switch is connected to the power supply circuit of the lighting element to control the conduction and disconnection of the power supply circuit.

2. The vehicle armrest lighting system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wiring harness of the power supply circuit connected to the reed switch is connected to the wiring harness connector, and the wiring harness connector is connected to the lighting element.

3. The vehicle armrest lighting system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wiring harness of the power supply circuit passes through the wiring harness buckle, and the wiring harness buckle is used to be fixedly connected with the auxiliary instrument panel.

4. The vehicle armrest lighting system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket is made of plastic material, and an opening is provided on the top for the welding rib on the lower frame of the handrail to pass through. A reed switch fixing hole is provided below the opening. The reed switch passes through the bracket through the reed switch fixing hole and is fixedly connected to the bracket.

5. The vehicle armrest lighting system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the bracket is provided with reinforcing ribs at the upper and lower positions of the opening.

6. A method for installing the vehicle armrest lighting system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: After the lighting element and the reed switch are connected to the power supply circuit, the lighting element is fixed to the lighting element installation area on the frame of the auxiliary instrument panel body; After the welding ribs of the lower handrail frame pass through the openings on the bracket, the bracket is fixed to the welding ribs on the lower handrail frame. At this time, the reed switch is located in the internal space of the lower handrail frame. Insert the upper magnet into the installation space formed by the limiting ribs of the side armrest corresponding to the reed switch.

7. The method for installing the vehicle armrest lighting system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The bracket is a plastic bracket, and the bracket is welded and fixed to the welding ribs on the lower handrail frame.

8. The method for installing the vehicle armrest lighting system according to claim 6, characterized in that: Pass the wiring harness of the power supply circuit through the wiring harness buckle, and fix the wiring harness buckle on the frame of the auxiliary instrument panel body.

9. An automobile armrest box, comprising a sub-instrument panel body, on which an armrest box body is arranged, characterized in that: It also includes the automobile armrest box lighting system as described in any one of claims 1-5, wherein the upper magnet is located inside the armrest on one side of the armrest box body, and is inserted into the installation space formed between multiple limiting ribs inside the armrest, and the lighting element is fixed on the auxiliary instrument panel body to illuminate the internal space of the armrest box body, and the welding ribs on the lower frame of the armrest of the auxiliary instrument panel body are fixed to the bracket so that the reed switch is located in the internal space of the lower frame of the armrest.

10. An automobile, characterized in that: A vehicle armrest box according to claim 9 is provided.

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