Object taking system for vehicle, object taking method for vehicle, vehicle and computer program product

Abstract

The invention relates to an object taking system for a vehicle, the vehicle comprises a passenger compartment and an object storage compartment connected with the passenger compartment, the object taking system comprises an object storage device, and the object storage device is arranged in the object storage compartment and used for storing objects; the conveying device is arranged in the storage cabin and is configured to be suitable for conveying the storage device to a preset position between the passenger cabin and the storage cabin in a magnetic attraction manner; and the providing device is configured to be suitable for receiving the storage device and providing the storage device from a preset position into the passenger compartment. The invention also relates to a corresponding fetching method, a vehicle and a computer program product. According to the invention, the convenience for passengers to take articles in the trunk in the driving process can be improved, the trouble of searching for a safe place for parking is avoided, and the driving safety is improved at the same time. In addition, the functions of the vehicle are expanded, the possibility is provided for the intelligent cab, and the product quality and the user experience are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of vehicles, and more particularly to a retrieval system for vehicles. Furthermore, this invention also relates to a retrieval method for vehicles, a vehicle, and a computer program product. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of vehicle automation and intelligence, the requirements for vehicle safety and intelligence are becoming increasingly higher.

[0003] Vehicles typically include a passenger compartment and storage space, such as the trunk. When a passenger (user) wants to retrieve items from the trunk, such as drinks, books, or luggage, or wants to store items in the trunk while the vehicle is in motion, the usual procedure is for the vehicle to first stop at an appropriate time, for the passenger to then get out of the car, walk to the trunk to retrieve or store the desired items, and then return to the vehicle.

[0004] However, because it requires stopping, this traditional practice of retrieving / stored items takes more time during the journey, which not only wastes the passengers' time but also causes some inconvenience.

[0005] In particular, if the vehicle is on the highway and the occupants want to retrieve or store items in the trunk, they must first drive off the highway and find a suitable place to park, which further increases the inconvenience and wastes more time.

[0006] In addition, since the vehicle needs to stop first while in motion, and then the passengers need to get out of the car and walk to the trunk to retrieve or store items, the whole process may lead to collisions and accident risks in poor traffic conditions.

[0007] Another possibility is that because the items stored in the trunk are disorganized, even if passengers want to retrieve their items after parking, they may not be able to find them quickly, which increases the inconvenience of retrieving items and thus wastes the passengers' time.

[0008] Therefore, there remains a need to improve existing technologies for at least some of the problems mentioned above. Summary of the Invention

[0009] Based on this, the present invention proposes an efficient solution that not only overcomes the shortcomings of existing technical solutions, but also improves the user experience of passengers and their satisfaction and acceptance of the vehicle product itself.

[0010] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a retrieval system for a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a passenger compartment and a storage compartment connected to the passenger compartment, wherein the retrieval system includes: A storage device, which is arranged in the storage compartment and is used to store items; A conveying device, disposed within the storage compartment and configured to magnetically convey the storage device to a predetermined position between the passenger compartment and the storage compartment; and A providing device configured to receive the storage device and provide the storage device from the predetermined location to the crew compartment.

[0011] The basic concept of this invention is to use a magnetic retrieval system to transport items from a vehicle's storage compartment, such as the trunk, to the passenger compartment without stopping the vehicle or requiring passengers to manually retrieve the items. This improves the convenience of retrieving items from the trunk while driving, avoids the hassle of finding a safe parking spot, and enhances driving safety. Furthermore, this invention expands vehicle functionality, enabling smart cockpits and improving product quality and user experience.

[0012] Advantageous configurations of the technical solution of the present invention can be obtained from the following optional embodiments.

[0013] In an optional embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the predetermined position corresponds to a lateral position between at least two rear seats in the passenger compartment, and a first through-section communicating with the passenger compartment and the storage compartment is provided between the at least two rear seats for arranging the providing device.

[0014] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the storage compartment is the trunk of the vehicle.

[0015] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the conveying device is arranged transversely to the width direction of the vehicle within the storage compartment.

[0016] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the conveying device is arranged in the storage compartment behind at least two rear seats in the passenger compartment.

[0017] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the conveying device is arranged in the bottom plate of the storage compartment.

[0018] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the providing device is arranged between the at least two rear seats and configured to pivot toward the passenger compartment beyond the seat back plane of the at least two rear seats.

[0019] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the providing device is arranged between the at least two rear seats and configured to extend toward the passenger compartment beyond the seat back plane of the at least two rear seats.

[0020] According to an optional embodiment of the retrieval system of the present invention, the conveying device is configured as a magnetic track, on which at least one first magnetic attraction point is arranged, and the storage device is held on the magnetic track by means of the at least one first magnetic attraction point in a magnetic manner.

[0021] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the storage device is at least partially made of metal, which is magnetically attracted by the magnetic track.

[0022] According to an optional embodiment of the retrieval system of the present invention, the storage device includes at least one second magnetic attraction point, which allows the storage device to be detachably magnetically attracted to the magnetic track.

[0023] According to an alternative embodiment of the retrieval system of the present invention, the storage device includes at least one third magnetic attachment point, which allows the storage device to be detachably magnetically attached to the back of the rear seat.

[0024] According to an optional embodiment of the retrieval system of the present invention, at least one fourth magnetic attachment point is provided on the back side of the rear seat, and the storage device can be detachably magnetically attached to the back side of the rear seat by means of the at least one fourth magnetic attachment point.

[0025] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the providing device includes at least one fifth magnetic attraction point, and the storage device can be detachably magnetically attracted to the providing device by means of the at least one fifth magnetic attraction point.

[0026] In an optional embodiment of the object retrieval system according to the present invention, the first magnetic attraction point and / or the second magnetic attraction point and / or the third magnetic attraction point and / or the fourth magnetic attraction point and / or the fifth magnetic attraction point are electromagnetic magnetic attraction points, which generate magnetism when energized and lose magnetism when de-energized.

[0027] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the providing device includes a center armrest between two rear seats, the center armrest being pivotable about the lateral direction of the vehicle beyond the seat back plane of the two rear seats into the passenger compartment and pivotable back to be flush with the seat back plane.

[0028] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the invention, the providing device includes at least one motor configured to drive the providing device to pivot about the lateral direction of the vehicle and / or extend along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

[0029] The center armrest is driven by a motor to pivot about the lateral direction of the vehicle, and is driven by another motor to extend away from the first through-section into the space between the front and rear seats of the vehicle and / or through a second through-section between the front seats beyond the backrest plane of the front seats.

[0030] In an optional embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the retrieval system further includes a control device, which is data-connected to the providing device, the conveying device and / or the storage device and configured to output control signals to the providing device, the conveying device and / or the storage device based on input commands.

[0031] In one optional embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the retrieval system further includes a user interface, through which a user inputs an input command for a storage device corresponding to the item to be retrieved, and the control device is data-connected to the user interface and generates a corresponding control signal based on the input command.

[0032] In an optional embodiment of the object retrieval system according to the present invention, the object retrieval system further includes a detection device configured to detect obstacles between the rear seats, the control device being data-connected to the detection device and generating a prompt message indicating the presence of an obstacle based on the detection data from the detection device.

[0033] In one optional embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the control device stores information about a storage device corresponding to the item to be retrieved.

[0034] In one optional embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the user interface includes a voice interface and / or a touch interface.

[0035] In one alternative embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the user interface is part of an in-vehicle infotainment system.

[0036] In one optional embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the information of the storage device stored in the control device is updated in real time.

[0037] In one optional embodiment of the retrieval system according to the present invention, the information of the storage device stored in the control device is modified by the user via a user interface.

[0038] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a method for retrieving an object from a vehicle is provided, the method being performed by an object retrieval system according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the method includes: Step S110: Receive input instructions from the user; Step S120: Based on the input command, the storage device is magnetically transported from the vehicle's storage compartment to the passenger compartment.

[0039] In an optional embodiment of the object retrieval method according to the present invention, step S120 includes: Sub-step S121: Control the conveying device to move to the storage device where the item to be extracted is located; Sub-step S122: Magnetically attach the storage device to the conveying device using a magnetic attraction method; Sub-step S123: Control the conveying device to transport the storage device to a predetermined position; Sub-step S124: Magnetically attach the storage device to the providing device; and Sub-step S125: Control the providing device to move toward the passenger compartment to provide the storage device from the predetermined position to the passenger compartment.

[0040] In an optional embodiment of the retrieval method according to the present invention, in sub-step S121, information of the storage device corresponding to the item to be retrieved is obtained, and the movement of the conveying device to the storage device where the item to be retrieved is located is controlled based on the information.

[0041] In an optional embodiment of the retrieval method according to the present invention, in sub-step S122, at least one first magnetic attraction point on the conveying device is energized to generate magnetism, and the storage device is magnetically attracted to the conveying device by means of the at least one first magnetic attraction point.

[0042] In an optional embodiment of the retrieval method according to the present invention, in sub-step S124, at least one fifth magnetic attraction point on the providing device is energized to generate magnetism, and at least one first magnetic attraction point on the conveying device is de-energized to cancel magnetism, wherein the storage device is magnetically attracted to the providing device by means of the at least one fifth magnetic attraction point.

[0043] In an optional embodiment of the method for retrieving objects according to the present invention, in sub-step S125, the providing device is controlled to pivot about the lateral direction of the vehicle and / or extend along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

[0044] According to an optional embodiment of the object retrieval method of the present invention, the method further includes the following step between sub-step S123 and sub-step S124: Sub-step S123': Detect obstacles in the pivoting direction and / or in the extending direction of the providing device; Sub-step S124': Based on the detection data, decide whether to continue with sub-steps S124 and S125.

[0045] In an optional embodiment of the object retrieval method according to the present invention, in sub-step S124', a prompt message for indicating the presence of an obstacle is output based on the detection data.

[0046] According to a third aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a retrieval system according to one of the above embodiments.

[0047] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, a computer program product is provided, the computer program product comprising computer instructions, which, when executed by a processor, are at least used to assist in implementing the method according to one of the above embodiments.

[0048] Further features of the invention will become apparent from the claims, drawings, and description of the figures. Features and combinations of features mentioned in the foregoing description, as well as features and combinations of features mentioned in the following description of the figures and / or shown only in the figures, can be used not only in the corresponding specified combinations, but also in other combinations without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, the following are also considered to be covered and disclosed by the invention: those not explicitly shown in the figures and not explicitly interpreted, but rather derived from and produced by combinations of separate features derived from the interpreted content. The following combinations of features are also considered to be disclosed: those that do not possess all the features of the originally drafted independent claims. Furthermore, the following combinations of features are considered to be disclosed, especially those exceeding or deviating from the feature combinations defined in the reference relationships of the claims. Attached Figure Description

[0049] The principles, features, and advantages of the invention will be better understood below by referring to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings: Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of a vehicle according to the present invention is shown; Figure 2 A schematic diagram illustrating one embodiment of a vehicle retrieval system according to the present invention is shown; Figure 3 Showing according to Figure 1 A diagram of the vehicle's trunk, showing that storage compartments are located on the back of the rear seats; Figure 4 Show Figure 3 Another illustration of the trunk shows that the storage compartment is not located on the back of the rear seats; Figure 5 Show Figure 2 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of the storage device of the retrieval system; Figure 6 A flowchart illustrating one embodiment of the method for retrieving items from a vehicle according to the present invention is shown; Figure 7 A flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the method for retrieving items from a vehicle according to the present invention is shown; Figure 8 A schematic diagram illustrating an embodiment of the object retrieval method according to the present invention is shown. Figure 9 Show Figure 8 Another schematic diagram illustrating an application scenario; Figure 10 A schematic diagram illustrating an embodiment of another application scenario of the object retrieval method according to the present invention; Figure 11 Show Figure 10 A schematic diagram of another embodiment of the application scenario; and Figure 12 Show Figure 11 Another schematic diagram.

[0050] List of reference numerals 1 vehicle 11. Crew Cabin 12 storage compartments 13 Rear Seats 14 First Through Section 15 Front Seats 16 Second Through Section 17 Ma'antai 2. Item retrieval system 21 Storage devices 22 Conveying device 23. Providing device 24 Control Device 25 User Interface 26 Detection Device 221 First magnetic attraction point 211 Second magnetic attraction point 212 Third magnetic attraction point 131 Fourth magnetic attraction point 231 Fifth magnetic attraction point 100 Methods of Retrieving Items S110-S125 Method steps. Detailed Implementation

[0051] To make the technical problems to be solved, the technical solutions, and the beneficial technical effects of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and several exemplary embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this invention.

[0052] In this specification, for convenience, terms such as "middle," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer" are used to indicate orientation or positional relationships in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. This is solely for the purpose of facilitating the description and simplification, and does not imply that the device or element referred to has a specific orientation, or is constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure. The positional relationships of the constituent elements may be appropriately varied depending on the direction in which each constituent element is described. Therefore, the use of terms not limited to those described in the specification may be appropriately replaced as needed.

[0053] The present invention will now be described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. These drawings are used as mutual references to explain the present invention.

[0054] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of one embodiment of a vehicle 1 according to the present invention is shown. In this embodiment, vehicle 1 is a passenger car and is exemplaryly configured as an SUV. Of course, other types of vehicles, such as sedans or MPVs, are also contemplated. Vehicle 1 includes a passenger compartment 11 and a storage compartment 12 connected to the passenger compartment 11. Figure 1 As shown, storage compartment 12 is the trunk of vehicle 1.

[0055] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of a retrieval system 2 for a vehicle 1 according to the present invention is shown.

[0056] According to this embodiment, the retrieval system 2 includes a storage device 21, a conveying device 22, and a providing device 23. The storage device 21 is disposed in the storage compartment 12 and is used to store items. The conveying device 22 is disposed in the storage compartment 12 and is used to magnetically convey the storage device 21 to a predetermined position between the passenger compartment 11 and the storage compartment 12. The providing device 23 is used to receive the storage device 21 and provide the storage device 21 from the predetermined position to the passenger compartment 11.

[0057] In addition, the retrieval system 2 also includes a control device 24, a user interface 25, and a detection device 26.

[0058] The user inputs the corresponding storage device 21 for the item to be retrieved using the user interface 25.

[0059] According to one embodiment, the user interface 25 includes a voice interface and a touch interface and is exemplary part of an in-vehicle infotainment system. Users can input commands into the user interface 25 via voice or by touching the user interface 25.

[0060] Input instructions can be given by selecting the corresponding storage device 21 in the user interface 25 or by stating the number of the corresponding storage device 21.

[0061] The control device 24 is data-connected to the supply device 23, the conveying device 22, the storage device 21, and the user interface 25, and generates control signals for controlling the supply device 23, the conveying device 22, and the storage device 21 based on input commands.

[0062] For example, control device 24 is part of a vehicle controller or a domain controller dedicated to the smart cockpit system.

[0063] For example, the control device 24 stores information about the storage device 21 corresponding to the item to be retrieved. Therefore, the control device 24 may include a memory and a processor. The information about the storage device 21 stored in the control device 24 can be updated in real time and can be modified by the user via the user interface 25. Each time an item is stored, the user can synchronously store the updated information about the storage device 21 in the control device 24 via the user interface 25.

[0064] The detection device 26 is used to detect the rear seat 13 (also as Figure 3 The obstacle is located between the vehicle and the detection device 26, and is exemplarily configured as an in-vehicle camera. The control device 24 is data-connected to the detection device 26 and generates a prompt message indicating the presence of an obstacle based on the detection data from the detection device 26.

[0065] Figure 3 Showing according to Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the trunk of vehicle 1, wherein the storage device 21 is arranged on the back side of the rear seat 13. Figure 4 Show Figure 3 Another schematic diagram of the trunk shows that the storage device 21 is not located on the back of the rear seat 13. Figure 5 Show Figure 2 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of the storage device 21 of the retrieval system 2.

[0066] In this embodiment, vehicle 1 includes two rows of seats, namely front seats 15 (driver and front passenger seats, see also) Figure 9 The vehicle 1 includes the storage compartment 12 and the rear seat 13. In this invention, "rear seat" should be understood as the seat adjacent to the storage compartment 12 or the trunk. If the vehicle 1 includes multiple rows of seats, then "rear seat" should be understood as the last row of seats.

[0067] exist Figures 3 to 5 Two rear seats 13 are schematically depicted, arranged symmetrically about the longitudinal direction or longitudinal axis of the vehicle 1. A first through section 14, communicating with the passenger compartment 11 and the storage compartment 12, is provided between the rear seats 13 for accommodating the providing device 23.

[0068] The providing device 23 includes a center armrest between the two rear seats 13, which is pivotable about the lateral direction (lateral axis) of the vehicle 1, extending beyond the seat back planes of the two rear seats 13 into the passenger compartment 11, and pivoting back to be flush with the seat back planes. Therefore, the providing device 23 is capable of pivoting toward the passenger compartment 11 beyond the seat back planes of the two rear seats 13. Alternatively or additionally, the providing device 23 is capable of extending toward the passenger compartment 11 beyond the seat back planes of the two rear seats 13.

[0069] In this embodiment, the providing device 23 includes two motors (not shown), one of which drives the providing device 23 to pivot about the lateral direction of the vehicle 1, and the other motor drives the providing device 23 to extend along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1. Through the coordinated control of the two motors, the providing device 23 can first pivot towards the passenger compartment 11 and then extend towards the front passenger in the longitudinal direction, or conversely, first retract away from the front passenger and then pivot from the passenger compartment 11 towards the storage compartment 12. Exemplarily, the providing device 23 extends in stages along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1, for example, in two or three stages. Alternatively, the providing device 23 can extend continuously along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1.

[0070] Here, the intended position is located laterally between the two rear seats 13 in the passenger compartment 11.

[0071] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As also shown, the conveying device 22 is arranged transversely to the width direction of the vehicle 1 in the storage compartment 12, for example, embedded in the floor of the storage compartment 12 and located behind the two rear seats 13 of the passenger compartment 11.

[0072] For example, the conveying device 22 is constructed as a magnetic track, on which first magnetic points 221 (two first magnetic points 221 in this embodiment) are arranged. The first magnetic points 221 are fixed in the magnetic track, and the storage device 21 is held on the magnetic track by means of the first magnetic points 221. The magnetic track can move in the lateral direction of the vehicle 1 by means of a motor.

[0073] like Figure 5 As shown, the storage device 21 is exemplary constructed as a cuboid box and may be at least partially made of metal, such as steel, which can be magnetically attracted by magnetic tracks. Therefore, the storage device 21 may not have magnetic points.

[0074] Alternatively or additionally, the storage device 21 may include a second magnetic attraction point 211 (e.g., Figure 5 As shown, the storage device 21 can be detachably magnetically attached to the magnetic track by means of a second magnetic point 211. Exemplarily, a second magnetic point 211 is provided on the bottom surface of the storage device 21. The second magnetic point 211 can correspond to and be magnetically connected to the first magnetic point 221 of the conveying device 22, thereby allowing the storage device 21 to move laterally in the trunk of the vehicle 1 along the magnetic track. Therefore, the storage device 21 can also be made of plastic, and the second magnetic point 211 can be arranged on or embedded in the plastic surface.

[0075] Furthermore, the storage device 21 may include a third magnetic attachment point 212, and correspondingly, a fourth magnetic attachment point 131 is also included on the back side of the rear seat 13. For example, the left rear seat 13 includes four magnetic attachment points, and the right rear seat 13 includes two magnetic attachment points. The storage device 21 can be detachably magnetically attached to the back side of the rear seat 13 by means of the magnetic connection between the third magnetic attachment point 212 and the fourth magnetic attachment point 131. Figure 3 As shown, three storage devices 21 are illustrated, which may have the same or different sizes.

[0076] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As also shown, the providing device 23 may also include a fifth magnetic attraction point 231, and the third magnetic attraction point 212 of the storage device 21 can establish a magnetic connection with the fifth magnetic attraction point 231 of the providing device 23, so that the storage device 21 can be detachably magnetically attracted to the providing device 23.

[0077] According to this embodiment, the first magnetic attraction point 221, the second magnetic attraction point 211, the third magnetic attraction point 212, the fourth magnetic attraction point 131 and the fifth magnetic attraction point 231 are all electromagnetic magnetic attraction points. The electromagnetic magnetic attraction points can be powered by the vehicle's low-voltage power supply and generate magnetism when energized by an electromagnetic coil and lose magnetism when the power is off.

[0078] Therefore, by switching the electromagnetic attraction point (the electromagnetic coil corresponding to the electromagnetic attraction point) on / off, the storage device 21 can be detachably and magnetically connected to the back of the rear seat 13, the conveying device 22 or magnetic track, and the providing device 23 or center armrest.

[0079] Next, refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 And combined Figures 8 to 12 Examples of different application scenarios shown in the figure and Figures 1 to 5 The following describes in detail different embodiments of the method 100 for retrieving objects from a vehicle 1 according to the present invention.

[0080] Figure 6 A flowchart illustrating one embodiment of a method 100 for retrieving an object for a vehicle 1 according to the present invention is shown. In this embodiment, the method 100 includes steps S110 to S120, wherein step S120 includes sub-steps S121 to S125. The method 100 is composed of... Figures 2 to 5 The item retrieval system 2 shown is in operation.

[0081] In step S110, input commands from the user are received. As previously mentioned, the user can input commands using the user interface 25, for example, via voice or touch.

[0082] exist Figure 8 and Figure 9 In this application scenario, the user is, for example, a rear-seat user or rear-seat passenger, and the input command is a command for the rear-seat user to retrieve an item. Figures 10 to 12 In the application scenario, the user is, for example, a front-seat user or front-seat passenger, and the input command is a command for the front-seat user to retrieve an item.

[0083] In step S120, the control device 24 controls the retrieval system 2 to magnetically transport the storage device 21 from the storage compartment 12 of the vehicle 1 to the passenger compartment 11 based on the input command.

[0084] like Figure 6 As shown, exemplarily, step S120 includes sub-steps S121 to S125.

[0085] In sub-step S121, the control device 24 retrieves information about the storage device 21 (exemplarily the right-side storage device 21) stored therein based on the input command and controls the conveying device 22 to move to the storage device 21 where the item to be retrieved is located. Figure 3As shown, in the initial state, the storage unit 21 is constructed as a metal box and is magnetically attached to the back of the rear seat 13. This can be achieved, for example, by using the fourth magnetic attachment point 131 on the back of the rear seat 13 and the third magnetic attachment point 212 of the storage unit 21, as described above. Therefore, the conveying device 22 is controlled to convey to the right, causing the first magnetic attachment point 221 on the conveying device 22 to move to the underside of the right-side storage unit 21.

[0086] In sub-step S122, the storage device 21 is magnetically attracted to the conveying device 22. Exemplarily, the control device 24 de-energizes the electromagnetic coil in the right rear seat 13. The magnetism of the two fourth magnetic attraction points 131 on the right rear seat 13 disappears. In this way, the storage device 21 disengages from the right rear seat 13 and falls onto the conveying device 22 due to gravity, establishing a magnetic connection with the first magnetic attraction point 221 on the conveying device 22. Here, the electromagnetic coil of the first magnetic attraction point 221 is energized. Therefore, in sub-step S123, the storage device 21 and the conveying device 22 can be conveyed to a predetermined position by the conveying device 22 without relative movement, such as... Figure 8 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of the first application scenario of the object retrieval method 100 is shown.

[0087] like Figure 8 As shown, the storage device 21 is currently being transported to a predetermined position, which corresponds to the position of the providing device 23.

[0088] Then, in sub-step S124, the storage device 21 is magnetically attracted to the providing device 23 (here, the center armrest). Exemplarily, the control device 24 de-energizes the electromagnetic coil of the first magnetic attraction point 221 on the conveying device 22, thereby eliminating the magnetism of the first magnetic attraction point 221. Therefore, the storage device 21 is disengaged from the first magnetic attraction point 221 of the conveying device 22. Simultaneously or shortly thereafter, the control device 24 energizes the electromagnetic coil of the fifth magnetic attraction point 231 of the providing device 23. Therefore, the fifth magnetic attraction point 231 becomes magnetic. The storage device 21 is then magnetically attracted to the back of the providing device 23.

[0089] Next, in sub-step S125: control device 24 controls the providing device 23 to move toward the crew compartment 11 to provide the storage device 21 from a predetermined position to the crew compartment 11.

[0090] exist Figure 9 The middle shows Figure 8Another schematic diagram of an embodiment of the application scenario. Here, the center armrest pivots towards the passenger compartment 11 in the lateral direction of the vehicle 1 via a motor, as indicated by the black rotating arrow. Since the storage device 21 is magnetically connected to the back of the providing device 23, the storage device 21 does not move relative to the providing device 23 during pivoting. When the providing device 23, or the center armrest, is pivoted to the horizontal position, the storage device 21 is transported from the trunk to the passenger compartment 11. Rear-seat users can easily remove the storage device 21 from the providing device 23 and retrieve desired items from it.

[0091] In this way, users don't need to stop or get out of the car to retrieve their items from the trunk. This not only improves driving convenience and comfort but also increases travel efficiency and avoids the potential dangers of users stopping and getting out of the car to retrieve items.

[0092] According to another embodiment, the providing device 23 can also extend in stages, for example, in two stages, along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1. Figure 10 In another embodiment of the method 100 for retrieving an item, the user is, for example, a front-seat user or front-seat occupant, such as a driver, and the input command is a front-seat user's retrieving command. Therefore, additionally, in sub-step S125, after the control device 24 controls a motor-driven supply device 23 to pivot to a horizontal position about the lateral direction of the vehicle 1 (e.g.... Figure 9 As shown), it also controls another motor drive supply device 23 to extend along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1 between the front seat 15 and the rear seat 13 of the vehicle 1. Figure 10 In this configuration, the providing device 23, carrying the storage device 21, extends away from the first through-section 14, moving towards the front passenger and extending to the rear of the second through-section 16 between the front seats 15. In this way, front passengers, such as the driver, can also reach through the second through-section 16 to retrieve desired items. This allows front passengers to retrieve items from the trunk without stopping, thus improving ease of use and driving comfort.

[0093] Figure 11 Show Figure 10 A schematic diagram of another embodiment of the application scenario, Figure 12 Show Figure 11 Another schematic diagram.

[0094] According to this other embodiment, the user is, for example, a front-seat user or front-seat passenger, such as a driver, and the input command is a front-seat user's command to retrieve an item. Therefore, in Figure 11 and Figure 12 In the schematic diagram, additionally, in sub-step S125, after the control device 24 controls a motor drive supply device 23 to pivot to a horizontal position about the lateral direction of the vehicle 1 (as shown in the diagram), Figure 9 As shown), another motor drives a providing device 23 to extend along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1 away from the first through-section 14 via a second through-section 16 between the front seats 15, beyond the seat back plane of the front seats 15. Exemplarily, the providing device 23 extends via the second through-section 16 to the saddle-like structure of the vehicle 1, for example, above the raised platform where the center armrest / gear shift lever is located, and provides the storage device 21 to the side of the front passenger. Compared to Figure 10 In the embodiments, in Figure 11 and Figure 12 In this embodiment, the front-seat user can access items in the storage device 21 without having to reach behind or even turn around. This further improves the user's convenience in retrieving items and enhances driving safety.

[0095] Figure 7 A flowchart illustrating another embodiment of a method 100 for retrieving an object for a vehicle 1 according to the present invention is shown. According to this embodiment, the method 100 also includes steps S110 to S120, wherein step S120 further includes sub-steps S121 to S125. This method 100 is composed of… Figures 2 to 5 The item retrieval system 2 shown is executed. However, with Figure 6 The difference in the embodiment is that sub-steps S123' and S124' are further included between sub-steps S123 and S124.

[0096] In sub-step S123', the detection device 26 detects obstacles in the pivoting direction and in the extending direction of the providing device 23. As previously mentioned, the detection device 26 may be an in-vehicle camera that transmits the detection data to the control device 24.

[0097] Then, in sub-step S124', the control device 24 decides whether to continue sub-steps S124 and S125 based on the detection data.

[0098] For example, if the detection data indicates the presence of an obstacle, the providing device 23 may not be able to reliably and safely pivot or extend. Therefore, the control device 24 terminates the retrieval process based on the detection data and does not proceed to sub-steps S124 and S125. This further enhances the user experience, especially in cases where there are other items, pets, or even children in the rear seats 13, by providing additional protection against damage or injury to those items, pets, or even children.

[0099] Additionally, in sub-step S124', a prompt message indicating the presence of an obstacle is output based on the detection data. For example, this prompt message can be output as a warning message on the user interface 25. Therefore, the user can be promptly informed of the prompt message to proceed with subsequent operations.

[0100] In another alternative embodiment, in sub-step S124', if the detection data indicates the presence of an obstacle, the control device 24 does not immediately terminate the retrieval process. Instead, it waits for a predetermined time period, such as 10 seconds, and simultaneously outputs a warning message on the user interface 25, waiting for the user to remove the obstacle. If the obstacle is still detected after the predetermined time period, the control device 24 terminates the retrieval process and does not proceed to sub-steps S124 and S125. However, if the obstacle is no longer detected within the predetermined time period, the control device 24 continues the retrieval process and continues to perform sub-steps S124 and S125. This further improves retrieval efficiency and comfort, and enhances the user experience.

[0101] For example, in another step, after successfully retrieving the item, the user can input a command via user interface 25 to magnetically return the storage device 21 to the trunk. This can be done, for example, in the reverse order of steps S110 to S125. This achieves reversibility and repeatability of the retrieval process.

[0102] In another alternative embodiment of the object retrieval method 100 according to the present invention, instead of setting sub-steps S123' and S124' between sub-steps S123 and S124, and setting sub-steps S123' and S124' before sub-step S121, after receiving the user's input command in step S110, obstacles in the pivoting direction and obstacles in the extension direction of the providing device 23 are detected by means of the detection device 26, and a decision is made on whether to continue executing steps S121 to S125 based on the detection data. This further optimizes the process of the object retrieval method 100 and reduces energy consumption.

[0103] The present invention also protects a computer program product comprising computer instructions which, when executed by a processor, are used to assist in implementing the object retrieval method 100 according to the present invention.

[0104] Other advantages and alternative embodiments of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the invention is not, in its broader sense, limited to the specific details, representative structures, and exemplary embodiments shown and described. Rather, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and substitutions without departing from the basic spirit and scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A retrieval system (2) for a vehicle (1), the vehicle (1) comprising a passenger compartment (11) and a storage compartment (12) connected to the passenger compartment (11), wherein, The item retrieval system (2) includes: Storage device (21), which is arranged in the storage compartment (12) and used to store items; A conveying device (22) disposed in the storage compartment (12) and configured to magnetically convey the storage device (21) to a predetermined position between the passenger compartment (11) and the storage compartment (12); and A providing device (23) is configured to receive the storage device (21) and provide the storage device (21) from the predetermined location to the crew compartment (11).

2. The object retrieval system (2) according to claim 1, wherein, The predetermined position corresponds to the lateral position between at least two rear seats (13) of the passenger compartment (11), and a first through-section (14) communicating with the passenger compartment (11) and the storage compartment (12) is provided between the at least two rear seats (13) for arranging the providing device (23); and / or The storage compartment (12) is the trunk of the vehicle (1).

3. The object retrieval system (2) according to claim 2, wherein, The conveying device (22) is arranged transversely to the width direction of the vehicle (1) in the storage compartment (12); and / or The conveyor (22) is arranged in the storage compartment (12) behind at least two rear seats (13) of the passenger compartment (11); and / or The conveying device (22) is arranged in the bottom plate of the storage compartment (12); and / or The providing device (23) is disposed between the at least two rear seats (13) and configured to pivot toward the passenger compartment (11) beyond the seat back plane of the at least two rear seats (13); and / or The providing device (23) is arranged between the at least two rear seats (13) and configured to extend toward the passenger compartment (11) beyond the seat back plane of the at least two rear seats (13).

4. The object retrieval system (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The conveying device (22) is constructed as a magnetic track, and at least one first magnetic point (221) is arranged on the magnetic track. The storage device (21) is held on the magnetic track by means of the at least one first magnetic point (221).

5. The object retrieval system (2) according to claim 4, wherein, The storage device (21) is at least partially made of metal, which is magnetically attracted by the magnetic track; and / or The storage device (21) includes at least one second magnetic attraction point (211), which allows the storage device (21) to be detachably magnetically attracted to the magnetic track; and / or The storage device (21) includes at least one third magnetic point (212), which allows the storage device (21) to be detachably magnetically attached to the back of the rear seat (13) by means of the at least one third magnetic point (212); and / or The back of the rear seat (13) includes at least one fourth magnetic point (131), and the storage device (21) can be detachably magnetically attached to the back of the rear seat (13) by means of the at least one fourth magnetic point (131); and / or The providing device (23) includes at least one fifth magnetic attraction point (231), and the storage device (21) can be detachably magnetically attached to the providing device (23) by means of the at least one fifth magnetic attraction point (231).

6. The object retrieval system (2) according to claim 5, wherein, The first magnetic attraction point (221) and / or the second magnetic attraction point (211) and / or the third magnetic attraction point (212) and / or the fourth magnetic attraction point (131) and / or the fifth magnetic attraction point (231) are electromagnetic magnetic attraction points, which generate magnetism when energized and lose magnetism when de-energized.

7. The object retrieval system (2) according to any one of claims 3 to 6, wherein, The providing device (23) includes a center armrest between two rear seats (13), the center armrest being pivotable about the lateral direction of the vehicle (1) beyond the seat back plane of the two rear seats (13) into the passenger compartment (11) and pivotable back to be flush with the seat back plane; and / or The providing device (23) includes at least one motor configured to drive the providing device (23) to pivot about the lateral direction of the vehicle (1) and / or extend along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (1).

8. The object retrieval system (2) according to claim 7, wherein, The center armrest is driven by a motor to pivot about the lateral direction of the vehicle (1) and is driven by another motor to extend out of the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (1) away from the first through-section (14) between the front seats (15) and the rear seats (13) of the vehicle (1) and / or through the second through-section (16) between the front seats (15) beyond the backrest plane of the front seats (15).

9. The object retrieval system (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein, The retrieval system (2) further includes a control device (24) which is data connected to the providing device (23), the conveying device (22) and / or the storage device (21) and configured to output control signals to the providing device (23), the conveying device (22) and / or the storage device (21) based on input commands.

10. The object retrieval system (2) according to claim 9, wherein, The retrieval system (2) also includes a user interface (25), through which the user inputs input commands to the storage device (21) corresponding to the item to be retrieved. The control device (24) is data-connected to the user interface (25) and generates corresponding control signals based on the input commands; and / or The object retrieval system (2) further includes a detection device (26) configured to detect obstacles between the rear seats (13), and the control device (24) is data connected to the detection device (26) and generates a prompt message to indicate the presence of obstacles based on the detection data of the detection device (26). and / or The control device (24) stores information about the storage device (21) corresponding to the item to be retrieved.

11. The object retrieval system (2) according to claim 9 or 10, wherein, The user interface (25) includes a voice interface and / or a touch interface; and / or The user interface (25) is part of the in-vehicle infotainment system; and / or The information of the storage device (21) stored in the control device (24) is updated in real time; and / or The information of the storage device (21) stored in the control device (24) can be changed by the user through the user interface (25).

12. A method (100) for retrieving an object from a vehicle (1), said method (100) being performed by a retrieval system (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein, The method (100) includes: Step S110: Receive input instructions from the user; Step S120: Based on the input command, the storage device (21) is magnetically transported from the storage compartment (12) of the vehicle (1) to the passenger compartment (11).

13. The method for retrieving an object (100) according to claim 12, wherein, Step S120 includes: Sub-step S121: Control the conveying device (22) to move to the storage device (21) where the item to be extracted is located; Sub-step S122: Magnetically attach the storage device (21) to the conveying device (22) by magnetic attraction; Sub-step S123: Control the conveying device (22) to convey the storage device (21) to a predetermined position; Sub-step S124: Magnetically attach the storage device (21) to the providing device (23); and Sub-step S125: Control the providing device (23) to move toward the crew compartment (11) to provide the storage device (21) from the predetermined position to the crew compartment (11).

14. The method for retrieving an object (100) according to claim 13, wherein, In sub-step S121, information about the storage device (21) corresponding to the item to be extracted is obtained, and based on the information, the movement of the conveying device (22) is controlled to the storage device (21) where the item to be extracted is located; and / or In sub-step S122, at least one first magnetic attraction point (221) on the conveying device (22) is energized to generate magnetism, and the storage device (21) is magnetically attracted to the conveying device (22) by means of the at least one first magnetic attraction point (221); and / or In sub-step S124, at least one fifth magnetic attraction point (231) on the providing device (23) is energized to generate magnetism, and at least one first magnetic attraction point (221) on the conveying device (22) is de-energized to cancel magnetism, wherein the storage device (21) is magnetically attracted to the providing device (23) by means of the at least one fifth magnetic attraction point (231); and / or In sub-step S125, the providing device (23) is controlled to pivot about the lateral direction of the vehicle (1) and / or extend along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (1).

15. The method for retrieving an object (100) according to claim 13, wherein, Between sub-step S123 and sub-step S124, the following is also included: Sub-step S123': Detect obstacles in the pivoting direction and / or in the extending direction of the providing device (23); Sub-step S124': Based on the detection data, decide whether to continue with sub-steps S124 and S125.

16. The method for retrieving an object (100) according to claim 15, wherein, In sub-step S124', a prompt message is output based on the detection data to indicate the presence of an obstacle.

17. A vehicle (1) comprising a retrieval system (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 11.

18. A computer program product comprising computer instructions which, when executed by a processor, are used to assist in carrying out the method (100) according to any one of claims 12 to 16.

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