Airplane top interior trim integrated structure

By employing honeycomb composite materials and an integrated functional design in the aircraft's overhead interior, incorporating reading lights, ventilation nozzles, and touchscreens, the monotonous design of the aircraft's overhead interior has been addressed, improving passenger comfort and space utilization efficiency.

CN121469844APending Publication Date: 2026-02-06XIAN AIRCRAFT DESIGN INST OF AVIATION IND OF CHINA
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Application Number
CN202511928456.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-12-19
Publication Date
2026-02-06

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Technical Problem

The existing aircraft roof interior design lacks a multi-layered design, resulting in a monotonous space and affecting passenger comfort.

Method used

The interior, side and top trims, and integrated functional trims are made of honeycomb composite materials. Combined with reading lights, ventilation nozzles, and a touch screen, the three-section design optimizes the layout of the top space, achieving the integration of lighting, ventilation, and operation functions.

Benefits of technology

It improves the comfort and convenience of passengers from sitting down to the entire journey, and makes reasonable use of the small space in the cabin, enhancing the sense of space and the overall sense of space.

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Abstract

The invention belongs to the field of aircraft cabin interior trim structure design, and particularly relates to an aircraft top interior trim integrated structure. The integrated structure comprises a channel interior trim; the side top interiors are symmetrically arranged on the left side and the right side of the channel interior; the channel interior trim is arranged on the side top interior trim, the function integrated interior trim is arranged on the side top interior trim and located on the side, close to the channel interior trim, of the side top interior trim, concave areas are arranged at the two ends of the function integrated interior trim, and reading lamps, ventilation nozzles and touch screens are arranged in the concave areas. According to the aircraft top interior trim integrated structure, through three-section type top part optimization design, the functions of illumination, ventilation, operation, atmosphere and the like arranged in the top space are integrally designed, the narrow space in a cabin is reasonably utilized, and the comfort of passengers in the whole sitting process from sitting to riding is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of aircraft cabin interior structure design, and specifically relates to an integrated structure for the top interior of an aircraft. Background Technology

[0002] Research on currently in-service light business aircraft reveals that their overhead interiors typically consist of a single, continuous ceiling and individual operating units (IUDs). Due to cabin volume constraints, most aircraft employ a single, uniform interior panel with consistent colors and textures to emphasize the overall design. However, this uniform design reduces the sense of depth and visual interest within the cabin, leading to a monotonous space and potentially causing mental fatigue during flight. Furthermore, the IUD modules within the ceiling often operate in isolation, lacking a holistic, multi-layered design approach and making operation inconvenient.

[0003] Therefore, how to achieve a multi-functional integrated design of the aircraft's top interior interior under the constraints of limited cabin physical dimensions, and significantly improve passenger comfort from seating to the entire journey, has become an important direction for technological improvement in the field of aircraft cabin interior design.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a technical solution to overcome or mitigate at least one of the aforementioned defects in the existing technology. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide an integrated structure for the top interior of an aircraft to solve at least one problem existing in the prior art.

[0006] The technical solution of this application is:

[0007] An integrated structure for the roof interior of an aircraft, comprising:

[0008] Interior of the passageway;

[0009] Side top interior trim, which is symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the passage interior trim;

[0010] The integrated interior features are mounted on the side top interior and located on the side of the side top interior near the passage interior. The two ends of the integrated interior feature have recessed areas, in which reading lights, ventilation nozzles, and touch screens are installed.

[0011] In at least one embodiment of this application, the channel interior trim, the side top interior trim, and the integrated functional interior trim are all formed using a honeycomb core composite material combined with a coating process.

[0012] In at least one embodiment of this application, the interior of the passageway is a large-curvature arc-shaped panel.

[0013] In at least one embodiment of this application, the side top interior trim is a variable curvature arc panel, and the curvature gradually increases from the side closer to the channel interior trim to the side farther away from the channel interior trim.

[0014] In at least one embodiment of this application, a lighting vent is provided on the side of the top side trim close to the channel trim.

[0015] In at least one embodiment of this application, the lighting vent is a long, semi-transparent frosted material.

[0016] In at least one embodiment of this application, the width of the lighting vent is 30-40 mm.

[0017] In at least one embodiment of this application, the integrated interior trim is a long, irregular fan-shaped structure.

[0018] In at least one embodiment of this application, the recessed area is an irregular triangle.

[0019] In at least one embodiment of this application, the recessed area has a recess depth of 5-8 mm.

[0020] In at least one embodiment of this application, the integrated interior trim and the side and top trim are coated with decorative mirror materials of different brightness.

[0021] In at least one embodiment of this application, both the reading lamp and the ventilation nozzle are circular with a diameter of 60-70 mm.

[0022] In at least one embodiment of this application, the distance between the reading lamp and the ventilation nozzle is 35-40 mm.

[0023] In at least one embodiment of this application, the touch screen has a switch for the reading light and the ventilation nozzle.

[0024] In at least one embodiment of this application, the touch screen has a 45° angle with the edge of the channel interior.

[0025] The invention has at least the following beneficial technical effects:

[0026] The integrated interior structure of the aircraft top, as proposed in this application, optimizes the design of three-section top components to integrate functions such as lighting, ventilation, operation, and atmosphere within the top space, making reasonable use of the limited cabin space and improving passenger comfort from seating to the entire journey. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is an axial view of an integrated structure for the aircraft roof interior according to one embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a top view of an integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to one embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a front view of an integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to one embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a functional integrated interior recessed area according to one embodiment of this application.

[0031] in:

[0032] 1- Passage interior trim; 2- Side top interior trim; 3- Integrated functional interior trim; 4- Illuminated air vents; 5- Reading lights; 7- Touchscreen. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The described embodiments are some, but not all, embodiments of this application. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application. The embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application.

[0035] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1 to 4 This application will be described in further detail.

[0036] This application provides an integrated structure for the top interior of an aircraft, including: a passageway interior 1, a side top interior 2, a functional integrated interior 3, an illuminated air vent 4, a reading light 5, a ventilation nozzle 6, and a touch screen 7.

[0037] like Figure 1-2As shown, the aisle interior 1 is a large-curvature arc panel, which increases the cabin space facing the top, providing passengers with a better riding experience. Extensive testing and optimization of relevant parameters were conducted. Its width depends on the size of the aircraft cabin; for example, in a light business jet, the width of aisle interior 1 is 350–450 mm, and it is formed using a honeycomb core composite material with a light gray or off-white coating process.

[0038] The side top interior trim 2 is symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the passage interior trim 1. The side top interior trim 2 is a variable curvature arc panel, with the curvature gradually increasing from the side closer to the passage interior trim 1 to the side farther away. The side top interior trim 2 is formed using a honeycomb core composite material combined with a dark brown, technologically-inspired textured coating process. In the preferred embodiment of this application, such as... Figure 3 As shown, on the side of the upper side interior 2 with a smaller curvature, near the passage interior 1, there is a pre-installed long, semi-transparent frosted material lighting vent 4, 30-40mm wide. The lighting vent 4 serves as the main cabin lighting during normal use and can also be used as emergency lighting in an emergency.

[0039] The integrated interior trim 3 is mounted on the side top trim 2, located on the side of the side top trim 2 closest to the passage trim 1. The integrated interior trim 3 has recessed areas at both ends, within which reading lights 5, ventilation nozzles 6, and a touchscreen 7 are installed. In a preferred embodiment of this application, a fan-shaped partition is provided in the middle of the side top trim 2 as the integrated interior trim 3. The integrated interior trim 3 is a long, irregular fan-shaped structure, with irregular triangular recessed areas at both ends. The recess depth is 5-8mm, dividing the top area while further raising the passenger area space.

[0040] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the integrated interior trim 3 is molded from a honeycomb core composite material. The integrated interior trim 3 is coated with a dark-colored mirror material or a dark-colored carbon fiber texture material. The integrated interior trim 3 and the side and top interior trim 2 can use different textured decorations. In this embodiment, the integrated interior trim 3 and the side and top interior trim 2 are coated with decorative mirror materials of different brightness.

[0041] In the preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 4 As shown, the reading light 5 and the ventilation nozzle 6, both circular in diameter (60-70mm), are located in the recessed area of ​​the integrated interior trim 3, with a distance of 35-40mm between them. The touchscreen 7 has switches for the reading light 5 and the ventilation nozzle 6, allowing control of the personal area's reading light 5 and personal ventilation nozzle 6. The touchscreen 7 forms a 45° angle with the edge of the interior trim 1, and is parallel to the edge of the recessed area at the front of the reading light 5.

[0042] The integrated roof interior structure of this application divides the roof interior into three parts: a central channel interior 1 with a large curvature arc panel, and side roof interiors 2 with symmetrically arranged variable curvature arc panels on the left and right sides. The side roof interiors 2 have a pre-installed elongated, concealed air vent 4 integrating air and lighting on the side with the smaller curvature. Reading lights 5, ventilation nozzles 6, and touchscreens 7 are integrated in the recessed areas at both ends of the integrated functional interior 3. Through the optimized design of the three-section roof components, the functions of illumination, ventilation, operation, and ambiance within the roof space are integrated into a unified design.

[0043] This application provides a design for the roof interior components of a light business aircraft, emphasizing the integrity of the cabin and providing unified consideration and planning for individual functional units. The overall roof surface features an integrated design, with material and color divisions for functional areas. While maintaining the overall integrity, it highlights individual functional areas, makes reasonable use of the limited cabin space, maximizes the expansion of cabin space, and improves the convenience and comfort of passengers after they are seated and during their journey. It can serve as a universal design for the roof interior components of small and medium-sized aircraft or business class aircraft.

[0044] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An integrated structure for the interior trim of an aircraft roof, characterized in that, include: Interior of the passageway (1); Side top interior trim (2), which is symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the channel interior trim (1); The integrated interior trim (3) is disposed on the side top trim (2) and located on the side of the side top trim (2) near the passage trim (1). The two ends of the integrated interior trim (3) have recessed areas, and reading lights (5), ventilation nozzles (6) and touch screens (7) are disposed in the recessed areas.

2. The integrated interior structure for the aircraft roof according to claim 1, characterized in that, The interior trim (1), the side and top trim (2), and the integrated interior trim (3) are all made of honeycomb core composite material with a coating process.

3. The integrated interior structure for the aircraft roof according to claim 1, characterized in that, The interior of the passageway (1) is a large curvature arc panel.

4. The integrated interior structure for the aircraft roof according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side top interior trim (2) is a variable curvature arc panel, and the curvature gradually increases from the side closer to the channel interior trim (1) to the side farther away from the channel interior trim (1).

5. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, A lighting vent (4) is provided on the side of the top interior trim (2) near the passage interior trim (1).

6. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The lighting vent (4) is a long strip of semi-transparent frosted material.

7. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The width of the lighting air outlet (4) is 30-40mm.

8. The integrated interior structure for the aircraft roof according to claim 1, characterized in that, The integrated interior (3) is a long, irregular fan-shaped structure.

9. The integrated interior structure for the aircraft roof according to claim 8, characterized in that, The recessed area is an irregular triangle.

10. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, The depth of the recessed area is 5-8 mm.

11. The integrated interior structure for the aircraft roof according to claim 1, characterized in that, The integrated interior trim (3) and the side and top interior trim (2) are coated with decorative mirror materials of different brightness.

12. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 11, characterized in that, Both the reading light (5) and the ventilation nozzle (6) are circular with a diameter of 60-70 mm.

13. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 12, characterized in that, The distance between the reading light (5) and the ventilation nozzle (6) is 35-40mm.

14. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 13, characterized in that, The touch screen (7) has switches for the reading light (5) and the ventilation nozzle (6).

15. The integrated aircraft roof interior structure according to claim 14, characterized in that, The touch screen (7) has a 45° angle with the edge of the interior of the passageway (1).