Instrument cluster assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of automobile auxiliary instrument panel, and specifically provides an auxiliary instrument panel assembly and a vehicle. The auxiliary instrument panel assembly comprises a base part arranged on a front floor assembly between two front-row seats, and a main body part protruding upwards from the rear half of the base part; wherein the top of the main body part has a front protruding part protruding towards the front of the vehicle, and a clearance space for the legs of the front-row passengers to move is formed between the front half of the base part and the front protruding part. The auxiliary instrument panel assembly is designed as two parts of the base part and the main body part, and the front protruding part is arranged on the top of the main body part, so that the clearance space is formed between the front protruding part and the base part while the volume of the main body part is sufficiently increased, and the clearance space corresponds to the knee part of the legs of the front-row passengers, thereby providing sufficient space conditions for the movement of the legs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automotive sub-instrument panel technology, and particularly to a sub-instrument panel assembly. Additionally, this invention also relates to a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] The vehicle's secondary instrument panel assembly is located between the driver and passenger seats, providing storage, electronic function integration, and other functions for the entire vehicle.

[0003] Currently, the secondary instrument panel assembly adopts a structural design that connects to the main instrument panel assembly in the X-direction (vehicle front-to-rear direction), completely separating the driver and passenger areas. The armrest box of the secondary instrument panel assembly is designed with storage space to meet the storage needs of passengers, while other areas integrate control panels and other functional operation areas.

[0004] However, the existing design results in a large space occupied by the secondary instrument panel assembly, restricting legroom in the Y-direction for both driver and passenger, leading to reduced comfort. Furthermore, the existing secondary instrument panel assembly has a relatively simple overall design structure with limited storage space, failing to provide versatile storage solutions for various scenarios and thus failing to meet the diverse storage needs of drivers and passengers. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a sub-instrument assembly to offer a sub-instrument assembly structure with good legroom for front passengers.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is implemented as follows:

[0007] A sub-dashboard assembly includes a base portion disposed on a front floor assembly between two front seats, and a main body portion protruding upward from the rear half of the base portion; the top of the main body portion has a forward protrusion protruding forward of the vehicle, and an abutment space for leg movement of the front occupants is formed between the front half of the base portion and the forward protrusion.

[0008] Furthermore, the base portion is provided with a bottom bracket for connecting the central channel of the front floor assembly, and the main body portion also has a mounting bracket connected to the bottom bracket, a main frame fixed to the mounting bracket, and an elbow rest assembly; the main body portion is provided with a storage structure, the storage structure including a box formed on the main frame and a front storage box, the box being located at the upper part of the main body portion, the elbow rest assembly being closably covered at the opening at the top of the box, and the front storage box being located in the front protrusion.

[0009] Furthermore, the bottom bracket has a lower support frame with a "U"-shaped cross-section, and the bottom plate of the lower support frame is connected to the central channel; the mounting bracket has an inverted "U"-shaped cross-section, and the main frame is fixed to the top plate of the mounting bracket; the bottom end of the side plate of the mounting bracket is connected to the top end of the side plate of the lower support frame, and a lower storage space is formed between the mounting bracket and the lower support frame.

[0010] Furthermore, the bottom support also has a left support and a right support respectively located on the left and right sides of the lower support frame. The top ends of the left support and the right support are respectively connected to the side plates of the lower support frame, and the bottom ends of the left support and the right support are both connected to the central channel.

[0011] Furthermore, the mounting bracket and the lower support frame are assembled and connected by a first connecting bolt; the bottom of the side plate of the mounting bracket is provided with a guide flange and a limiting plate, and the side plate of the lower support frame is inserted into one side of the side plate of the mounting bracket on the corresponding side under the guidance of the guide flange, and the limiting plate is used to limit the assembly position of the mounting bracket on the lower support frame.

[0012] Furthermore, corresponding to the lower storage space, a drawer opening is provided on the rear side of the main body. The storage structure also includes a drawer assembly located in the lower storage space. The drawer body in the drawer assembly can be pushed into the lower storage space or pulled out to the outside of the main body through the drawer opening.

[0013] Furthermore, the drawer assembly includes a lower frame fixed to the mounting bracket, and the drawer body is slidably disposed on the lower frame; and / or, the drawer assembly includes a drawer outer panel covering the rear end of the drawer body, which is pushed into the lower storage space with the drawer body, and the drawer outer panel seals the drawer opening.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes air ducts arranged in the base part and the main body part, and an air outlet located above the drawer opening is provided on the rear side of the main body part; the air ducts extend from the front end of the base part to the rear and upward, and reach the air outlet through the top of the lower storage space.

[0015] Furthermore, the top of the front storage box is covered with an upper box body with an open top, and the upper box body is detachably mounted on the main frame, thereby enabling the front storage box to be opened or closed.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0017] The sub-instrument assembly of the present invention is designed with two parts: a base part and a main part. A forward protrusion is provided on the top of the main part. While fully increasing the volume of the main part, a clearance space can be formed between the forward protrusion and the base part. This clearance space corresponds exactly to the knee area of ​​the front passenger's legs, providing ample space for leg movement.

[0018] Moreover, taking advantage of the good volume of the main body, multiple storage structures can be set up in the main body, thus providing a variety of storage spaces.

[0019] In addition, a bottom support is provided in the base section, providing a stable mounting foundation for the upper mounting bracket, which in turn facilitates the installation and fixation of the main frame. The box body and front storage box are formed on the main frame. The open top of the box body can form an upper storage space, which is covered by the elbow assembly; the front storage box makes full use of the space of the protruding part, providing space for small items such as mobile phones.

[0020] Furthermore, a U-shaped lower support frame is installed in the bottom bracket, which connects to the upper mounting bracket, creating a lower storage space between the mounting bracket and the lower support frame. The structure of the mounting bracket and the lower support frame not only provides stable support for the main frame in the height direction, but also allows the decorative panels of the sub-instrument assembly to be fixed using the side plates of the lower support frame and the mounting bracket, thus wrapping around the front, left and right sides of the base and main body.

[0021] Furthermore, considering the spatial constraints of the lower storage space, by reserving a channel above the drawer assembly at the top of the lower storage space, the air duct can be effectively routed into the interior of the sub-instrument panel assembly. This allows the air conditioning vents from the front engine compartment to be directed to the rear air vents of the main body, providing a good arrangement for the rear air conditioning vents while satisfying the ample storage function of the sub-instrument panel assembly. Taking advantage of the front storage compartment located in the protruding section, an upper box is added to the top of the front storage compartment. This upper box divides the protruding section into upper and lower sections, forming an upper storage space within the upper box and a lower storage space within the front storage compartment below the upper box. The lower storage space can hold small items such as keys and cards, while the upper box can hold items such as mobile phones. Moreover, a wireless charging module can be installed in the upper box to enable wireless charging for mobile phones.

[0022] Another object of the present invention is to provide a vehicle equipped with the sub-instrument panel assembly described herein. The vehicle of the present invention possesses the technical advantages of the aforementioned sub-instrument panel assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are for explaining the invention. The directional terms used, such as front / back, up / down, etc., are only used to indicate relative positional relationships and do not constitute an improper limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0024] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the sub-instrument assembly described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of the part shown in AA;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of the part shown in BB;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the bottom bracket and the mounting bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the mounting bracket described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 6 This is a top view of the mounting bracket described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 7 This is a partial structural diagram of the mounting bracket described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 8 for Figure 5 The cross-sectional view of the assembly structure at the location of the limiting plate is shown.

[0032] Figure 9 for Figure 5 The cross-sectional view of the assembly structure shown is located at the position of the first connecting bolt;

[0033] Figure 10 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the main skeleton described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 11 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the main skeleton described in an embodiment of the present invention from another perspective;

[0035] Figure 12 This is a partial structural diagram of the bottom of the main skeleton according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 13 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the drawer assembly described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 14 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of the part shown in CC;

[0038] Figure 15 for Figure 13 Cross-sectional view of the part shown in DD;

[0039] Figure 16 for Figure 13 Cross-sectional view of the part shown in EE.

[0040] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0041] 1. Front floor assembly; 10. Front floor; 11. Center tunnel; 12. Carpet; 120. Sound insulation cotton;

[0042] 2. Base section; 20. Decorative panel; 200. Assembly hole; 201. End cap; 210. Lower support frame; 211. Left bracket; 212. Right bracket;

[0043] 3. Main body; 30. Mounting bracket; 300. Guide flange; 301. First connecting bolt; 302. Second connecting bolt; 303. Connecting hole; 304. Limiting plate; 305. Main frame mounting hole; 306. Vibration absorption groove; 307. Main positioning hole; 308. Secondary positioning hole; 309. Drawer frame mounting hole;

[0044] 31. Main frame; 310. Box body; 311. Front storage box; 312. Positioning post; 313. First bolt post; 314. Through hole; 315. Reinforcing protrusion; 316. Reinforcing rib; 32. Elbow pillow assembly; 33. Upper storage space; 34. Lower storage space;

[0045] 4. Forward protrusion; 40. Upper box body; 400. Base plate; 401. Upper decorative panel; 41. Lower decorative panel; 42. Side decorative panel; 43. Upper storage space; 44. Lower storage space;

[0046] 5. Drawer assembly; 50. Upper frame; 51. Lower frame; 510. Slide rail; 511. Support bar; 512. Limiting groove; 513. Second bolt; 514. Insertion structure; 515. Screw; 52. Drawer body; 520. Guide rib; 521. Support rib; 522. Limiting rib; 53. Drawer exterior panel; 530. Handle; 54. Locking structure;

[0047] 6. Air duct; 60. Rear trim panel; 600. Air vent; 7. Clearance space. Detailed Implementation

[0048] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0049] In the description of this invention, it should be stated that the use of terms such as "up," "down," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "inner," and "outer" to indicate orientation or positional relationships is based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used solely for the purpose of describing the invention and do not imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed or operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. Taking the vehicle described in this invention as an example, the directional terms such as "up," "down," "left," "right," "front," and "rear" used in the embodiments are defined based on the vehicle's vertical direction (also known as the height direction), horizontal direction (also known as the width direction), and front-back direction (also known as the length direction). Specifically, as shown in the accompanying drawings, the X direction is the vehicle's front-back direction, where the side pointed by the arrow is "front," and vice versa. The Y direction is the vehicle's horizontal direction, where the side pointed by the arrow is "left," and vice versa. The Z direction is the vehicle's vertical direction, where the side pointed by the arrow is "up," and vice versa. "Inner" and "outer" are defined based on the outline of the corresponding components. For example, "inner" and "outer" are defined based on the outline of the vehicle. The side of the vehicle outline closer to the middle of the vehicle is "inner", and the other side is "outer".

[0050] Furthermore, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly defined, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "connector" should be interpreted broadly. For example, a connection can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention in light of the specific circumstances. The limiting terms such as "first," "second," "A," "B," "C," and "D" appearing in the description of this invention are merely for distinguishing similar features in different locations, attributions, or uses, in order to avoid ambiguity and confusion, and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0051] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0052] Example 1

[0053] This embodiment relates to a sub-instrument assembly, providing a sub-instrument assembly structure with good legroom for front passengers; an exemplary structure is as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown.

[0054] Overall, the sub-dashboard assembly includes a base portion 2 located on the front floor assembly 1 between the two front seats, and a main body portion 3 protruding upward from the rear half of the base portion 2; wherein, the top of the main body portion 3 has a forward protrusion 4 protruding forward of the vehicle, and a clearance space 7 for the leg movement of the front occupants is formed between the front half of the base portion 2 and the forward protrusion 4.

[0055] It should be noted that, based on the above-described overall design concept, the technical solution of the present invention can adopt various different specific implementation structures, forms, or configuration sequences. For example, the shape and size of the base part 2, the main body part 3, and its protruding part 4 can be flexibly designed based on their location; the specific number, structural form, assembly sequence, and device method of each storage structure inside the main body part 3 can also be flexibly adjusted. For parts required for the implementation of the overall solution but not covered in the above-described overall setup, reasonable and flexible designs can be made by referring to mature setup methods in the field and the actual situation during implementation. The specific implementation scheme described below in this embodiment is only one of the many solutions that can be formed by the various combinations and variations described above. In actual implementation, those skilled in the art can make flexible adjustments and improvements based on the actual situation. Obviously, the various solutions that can be formed by the combinations and variations of the above-described specific forms, as well as the specific implementation scheme of this embodiment, are all within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0056] There are, of course, various arrangements for the base component 2 on the front floor assembly 1; for example, the shell structure of the base component 2 can be directly fixed to the front floor assembly 1, or it can be connected to the frame or central channel 11 in the front floor assembly 1 through a bracket structure. Specifically, in this embodiment, combined with Figure 4 as well as Figure 10 As shown, the base part 2 is provided with a bottom bracket for connecting the center channel 11 of the front floor assembly 1. Meanwhile, the main body part 3 also has a mounting bracket 30 connected to the bottom bracket, a main frame 31 fixed to the mounting bracket 30, and an elbow assembly 32. The bottom bracket, mounting bracket 30, and main frame 31, which are fixedly connected from bottom to top, form a complete frame structure, providing excellent conditions for the arrangement of various storage spaces inside the main body part 3 and the installation of the outer shell of the sub-instrument panel assembly.

[0057] Meanwhile, the main body 3 of this embodiment is provided with a storage structure for storing items; based on the above configuration, the storage structure of this embodiment includes a box 310 formed on the main frame 31 and a front storage box 311; wherein, the box 310 is located at the upper part of the main body 3, and the interior of the box 310 forms an upper storage space 33, and the elbow rest assembly 32 is closably covered at the opening at the top of the box 310; the front storage box 311 is located in the front protrusion 4.

[0058] A bottom support is provided in the base part 2, providing a stable mounting base for the mounting bracket 30 above. The mounting bracket 30, in turn, facilitates the installation and fixation of the main frame 31. The box body 310 and the front storage box 311 are formed on the main frame 31. The box body 310, with its open top, can form an upper storage space 33, which is covered by the elbow rest assembly 32. The front storage box 311 makes full use of the space of the front protrusion 4, providing space for small items such as mobile phones.

[0059] For the bottom support structure, there are naturally many different structural options available; for example, it can be designed as a column, frame, or other structural forms. In this embodiment, such as... Figure 4 and combined Figures 5 to 9 As shown, the bottom support has a lower support frame 210 with a "U"-shaped cross-section, the bottom plate of which is connected to the central channel 11; the mounting bracket 30 has an inverted "U"-shaped cross-section, and the main frame 31 is fixed to the top plate of the mounting bracket 30. Meanwhile, the bottom end of the side plate of the mounting bracket 30 is connected to the top end of the side plate of the lower support frame 210, thus forming a lower storage space 34 between the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support frame 210, relative to the aforementioned upper storage space 33.

[0060] A U-shaped lower support frame 210 is installed in the bottom bracket, which connects to the upper mounting bracket 30, forming a lower storage space 34 between the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support frame 210. The structure of the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support frame 210 not only provides stable support for the main frame 31 in the height direction, but also allows for the mounting of the decorative panel 20 of the sub-instrument panel assembly using the side plates of the lower support frame 210 and the mounting bracket 30, thus providing coverage for the front and left and right sides of the base part 2 and the main body part 3. Items can be stored in the lower storage space 34 by opening a window on the rear side of the main body part 3. Furthermore, the use of high-strength steel plates and a stamping process allows for easy stamping of the aforementioned U-shaped bracket structure, offering advantages such as simple processing and ease of technical implementation.

[0061] Based on the above configuration, the bottom support of this embodiment also includes a left support 211 and a right support 212 respectively located on the left and right sides of the lower support frame 210. The top ends of the left support 211 and the right support 212 are connected to the side plates of the lower support frame 210, and the bottom ends of both are connected to the central channel 11. The left support 211 and the right support 212 located on the left and right sides of the lower support frame 210 provide good support for the lower support frame 210 and further enhance the structural stability of the bottom support. It should be noted that the left support 211 and the right support 212 can also be integrally formed on the lower support frame 210, with the lower support frame 210, left support 211, and right support 212 being integrally stamped as a single component. However, the split structure of this embodiment facilitates processing and construction; the left support 211 and the right support 212 can be welded to the lower support frame 210.

[0062] The connection between the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support bracket 210 can, of course, employ various methods such as insertion, snap-fit, or welding. In this embodiment, for example... Figure 4 , Figure 9 and combined Figure 3 As shown, the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support frame 210 are assembled and connected by the first connecting bolt 301. Meanwhile, a guide flange 300 and a limiting plate 304 are provided at the bottom of the side plate of the mounting bracket 30. After the lower support frame 210 has been installed on the central channel 11, when the mounting bracket 30 is installed onto the lower support frame 210 from above, the side plate of the lower support frame 210, guided by the guide flange 300, is inserted into one side of the corresponding side plate of the mounting bracket 30, achieving an overlap. The limiting plate 304 is used to limit the assembly position of the mounting bracket 30 on the lower support frame 210, so that the overlapped position meets the insertion requirements of the first connecting bolt 301 (the connecting hole 303 on the mounting bracket 30 is aligned with the through hole on the lower support frame 210), and provides support and limitation for the mounting bracket 30 in the height direction.

[0063] Specifically, the bottom of the side plate of the mounting bracket 30 is widened, and two connecting holes 303 are spaced apart on this part. These two connecting holes 303 can be designed as 9mm × 12mm elongated oval holes to facilitate alignment with the through holes on the lower support bracket 210, allowing the first connecting bolt 301 to be inserted more smoothly. At the same time, the bottom of the side plate can also be provided with drawer frame mounting holes 309 for mounting the drawer assembly 5 described below. These drawer frame mounting holes 309 can be designed as 5mm × 7mm elongated oval holes to facilitate the insertion of screws 515. The length direction of the elongated oval holes is preferably designed along the X direction to provide X-axis tolerance during the assembly of various connecting components.

[0064] The side plates of the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support frame 210 are fixedly connected by the first connecting bolt 301, which features reliable connection performance and ease of processing and implementation. Simultaneously, the aforementioned decorative panel 20 can also be fixedly mounted to the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support frame 210. Specifically, in this embodiment, the bottom of the side plate of the mounting bracket 30 has a connecting hole 303. Corresponding to the connecting hole 303, a through hole is formed on the top of the side plate of the lower support frame 210. The decorative panel 20 has a corresponding assembly hole 200. The first connecting bolt 301 passes through the assembly hole 200 from the outside, through the through hole on the lower support frame 210, and the connecting hole 303, and is then tightened with a nut, thus fixing the mounting bracket 30 and the lower support frame 210 together. A cap 201 is placed over the assembly hole 200 to maintain the external cleanliness of the decorative panel 20.

[0065] There are also multiple design options for the mounting method of the main frame 31 on the top plate of the mounting bracket 30. In this embodiment, such as... Figure 11 , 12 and combined Figure 3 , Figure 5 As shown, each of the four corners of the top plate of the mounting bracket 30 has a main frame mounting hole 305. This main frame mounting hole 305 can be designed as a φ7 mounting hole, and a projection weld nut is welded to this mounting hole. Corresponding to the main frame mounting holes 305, four through holes 314 are provided at the bottom of the main frame 31. Second connecting bolts 302, operated from inside the housing 310, pass through the through holes 314 and are screwed into the main frame mounting holes 305, thus achieving a fixed connection between the main frame 31 and the mounting bracket 30 in the Z-direction of the vehicle. Additionally, in this embodiment, a first threaded post 313 is provided at the center of the bottom of the housing 310. This first threaded post 313 has a φ5.2 mounting hole. Correspondingly, a main frame mounting hole 305 is also provided in the center of the top plate of the mounting bracket 30. A self-tapping screw passes through the bottom of this main frame mounting hole 305 and is screwed into the mounting hole on the first threaded post 313, thus fixing the center of the bottom of the housing 310.

[0066] Based on the above settings, such as Figure 12As shown, reinforcing protrusions 315 are provided between the four main frame mounting holes 305 located at the four corners of the bottom of the main frame 31. The reinforcing protrusions 315 are arranged in two directions in the left and right direction of the vehicle, connecting the two main frame mounting holes 305 on the front side and the two main frame mounting holes 305 on the rear side respectively. Each reinforcing protrusion 315 and the boss formed at the two through holes 314 connected to it together form a dumbbell-shaped protrusion structure. At the same time, with the main frame mounting hole 305 at the center of the bottom of the main frame 31 as the center, multiple reinforcing ribs 316 are arranged in a crisscrossing mesh around it. The setting of reinforcing protrusions 315 and reinforcing ribs 316 can effectively improve the overall structural strength of the bottom of the box 310. Meanwhile, each of the two reinforcing protrusions 315 is equipped with a positioning post 312; corresponding to the positioning post 312, the top plate of the mounting bracket 30 is provided with a main positioning hole 307 and a secondary positioning hole 308; wherein, the main positioning hole 307 is a φ8 circular hole, and the secondary positioning hole 308 is an 8mm × 12mm elongated hole. The two positioning posts 312 are respectively inserted into the main positioning hole 307 and the secondary positioning hole 308 to realize the installation and positioning of the main frame 31 on the mounting bracket 30. The length direction of the elongated hole 308 is designed along the X-direction of the vehicle, which can absorb the tolerance in the X-direction during the assembly process. In addition, the top plate of the mounting bracket 30 in this embodiment is also provided with two 43mm × 13mm vibration-absorbing grooves 306 to absorb the vibration energy of the sub-instrument assembly, reduce the vibration excitation transmitted to the passenger compartment through the main frame 31, and improve the ride comfort.

[0067] In addition, such as Figures 13 to 16 As shown, corresponding to the lower storage space 34, a drawer opening is provided on the rear side of the main body 3. The storage structure of this embodiment also includes a drawer assembly 5 provided in the lower storage space 34. The drawer body 52 in the drawer assembly 5 can be pushed into the lower storage space 34 or pulled out to the outside of the main body 3 through the drawer opening. By providing a drawer opening on the rear side of the main body 3 and a drawer assembly 5 in the lower storage space 34, not only is the lower storage space 34 fully utilized, but the drawer body 52 can also be easily pushed and pulled out from behind the sub-dashboard assembly to store items, providing good storage conditions for rear passengers. Of course, the drawer assembly 5 can be omitted, and only the drawer opening can be used as the entrance and exit of the storage compartment, and items can also be stored in the storage space of this type of storage compartment; however, the drawer structure has better concealment.

[0068] Specifically, the drawer assembly 5 in this embodiment includes a lower frame 51 fixed to the mounting bracket 30 and an upper frame 50 fastened to the lower frame 51; the drawer body 52 is located between the upper frame 50 and the lower frame 51, and the drawer body 52 is slidably disposed on the lower frame 51. The upper frame 50 and the lower frame 51 can be snapped together to form a support base. The drawer body 52 uses the guide ribs 520 on its outer wall to slide in cooperation with the slide rails 510 provided on the inner wall of the lower frame 51, moving in the X direction of the vehicle to realize the push-pull opening and closing function of the drawer. Using the lower frame 51 fixed to the mounting bracket 30 as the sliding base of the drawer body 52, the guide sliding of the drawer body 52 can be realized by providing slide rails 510 on the lower frame 51 in cooperation with the guide ribs 520 on the drawer body 52; the entire assembly structure is simple and efficient, and has the advantage of being easy to implement technically. The entire drawer assembly 5 can be fixed to the mounting bracket 30 and the decorative panel 20 through the lower frame 51, specifically including two mounting points in the X and Y directions of the vehicle, such as Figure 14 As shown, screws 515 are threaded through the drawer frame mounting holes 309 on the mounting bracket 30 and screwed onto the second threaded post 513 on the side wall of the lower frame 51 to achieve Y-axis fixation of the vehicle. An insert structure 514 extending into the main body 3 is provided on the rear end plate of the lower frame 51. This insert structure 514 is inserted into the fixing plate provided on the decorative panel 20 to achieve X-axis fixation of the vehicle. Of course, the two mounting points mentioned above refer to one side of the drawer assembly 5. Both sides of the drawer assembly 5 have the aforementioned two mounting points, preferably with a symmetrical design. The multiple mounting points ensure the secure installation of the drawer assembly 5 on the main body 3.

[0069] In addition, the drawer assembly 5 also includes a drawer exterior panel 53 covering the rear end of the drawer body 52. ​​As the drawer body 52 is pushed into the lower storage space 34, the drawer exterior panel 53 seals the drawer opening. Providing the drawer exterior panel 53 at the rear end of the drawer body 52 ensures the aesthetics of the rear side of the sub-dashboard assembly; simultaneously, a recessed handle 530 can be provided on the drawer exterior panel 53 to facilitate the pushing and pulling operation of the drawer body 52.

[0070] like Figure 15 , Figure 16As shown, to improve the smoothness of the drawer body 52's push-pull operation, two support bars 511 can be provided at the bottom of the lower frame 51, and a downwardly protruding support rib 521 can be provided at the bottom of the drawer body 52. ​​This allows the drawer body 52 to abut against the support bars 511 only through the two support ribs 521, reducing the contact area between the drawer body 52 and the lower frame 51, thereby gradually reducing the resistance to their relative sliding. To maintain the position of the drawer body 52 in the vehicle width (Y direction) direction, a limiting rib 522 can be provided at the bottom of the drawer body 52, and a corresponding limiting groove 512 can be provided at the bottom of the lower frame 51. The limiting rib 522 is confined within the limiting groove 512, forming a limiting in the Y direction while guiding the sliding of the drawer body 52 in the X direction. To ensure that the drawer body 52 remains inside the main body 3 after being pushed into place and to prevent it from sliding out due to vehicle vibration, an adsorption structure or a locking structure 54 can be provided between the front end of the lower frame 51 and the front end of the drawer body 52. ​​When the drawer body 52 is pushed into place, the front end of the drawer body 52 abuts against the front end plate of the lower frame 51 and is locked in place by the locking structure 54, thereby keeping the drawer body 52 in its current position. When the drawer body 52 needs to be pulled out, the locking structure 54 can be disengaged by pulling the handle 530, allowing the drawer body 52 to be pulled out smoothly.

[0071] In addition to the upper storage space 33 located in the box 310 inside the main body 3, and the drawer assembly 5 located in the lower storage space 34 below the main frame 31, the extra space inside the main body 3 can also be used to arrange the air duct 6. In this embodiment, as... Figure 2 As shown, the sub-instrument assembly of this embodiment also includes an air duct 6 arranged in the base part 2 and the main body part 3, and an air outlet 600 located above the drawer opening is provided on the rear side of the main body part 3; the air duct 6 extends from the front end of the base part 2 to the rear and upward, reaching the air outlet 600 via the top of the lower storage space 34. Of course, when arranging the air duct 6, the air duct 6 can be bent and transitioned where there is a drop in height, so that the air duct 6 extends to the rear and upward. Based on the space conditions of the lower storage space 34, by reserving a channel above the drawer assembly 5 at the top of the lower storage space 34, the air duct 6 can be well arranged inside the sub-instrument assembly, thereby leading the air conditioning air from the front engine compartment to the air outlet 600 on the rear side of the main body part 3, providing a good arrangement scheme for the rear air conditioning air outlet while satisfying the rich storage function of the sub-instrument assembly.

[0072] As mentioned above, the upper rear half of the main body 3 is where the air vent 600 is located, while the lower half is covered by the drawer exterior trim panel 53. To improve the external appearance of the upper half, a rear trim panel 60 can be covered at this location. The center of the rear trim panel 60 is provided with a ventilation hole for the air vent 600. The rear trim panel 60 covers the panel around the air vent 600, achieving a decorative effect. In conjunction with the wrapping of the trim panel 20, the trim panel 20 wraps the front half and left and right sides of the base part 2, as well as the front and left and right sides of the main body 3. The rear trim panel 60 and the drawer exterior trim panel 53 wrap the rear side of the main body 3. The top of the main body 3 is provided with an elbow rest assembly 32. In this way, the splicing and matching of the various trim panels can form a good decorative effect on the entire external surface of the sub-instrument panel assembly.

[0073] There are, of course, various structural options available for the design of the protrusion 4. In this embodiment, such as... Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the front storage box 311 is covered with an upper box body 40 with an open top, and the upper box body 40 is detachably mounted on the main frame 31, thereby enabling the front storage box 311 to be opened or closed. Specifically, the upper box body 40 includes a base plate 400 and an upper decorative panel 401 stacked on top of each other. The edge of the upper decorative panel 401 is bent upward to form a flange structure, so that items placed inside the upper box body 40 will not slip out. The bottom of the protrusion 4 is covered with a lower decorative panel 41, and a side decorative panel 42 is spliced ​​between the upper edge of the lower decorative panel 41 and the upper decorative panel 401. The arrangement of the lower decorative panel 41, the side decorative panel 42 and the upper decorative panel 401 ensures the aesthetic appearance of the exterior of the protrusion 4.

[0074] The front storage compartment 311 located in the protruding part 4 is divided into upper and lower sections by adding an upper box 40 to the top of the front storage compartment 311. This creates an upper storage space 43 within the upper box 40 and a lower storage space 44 within the front storage compartment 311 below the upper box 40. The lower storage space 44 can hold small items such as keys and cards, while the upper box 40 can hold items such as mobile phones. Furthermore, a wireless charging module can be installed in the upper box 40 to enable wireless charging of mobile phones.

[0075] In summary, the sub-instrument assembly of this embodiment is designed with two parts: a base part 2 and a main part 3. A forward protrusion 4 is provided on the top of the main part 3. While fully increasing the volume of the main part 3, a clearance space 7 can be formed between the forward protrusion 4 and the base part 2. This clearance space 7 corresponds exactly to the knee area of ​​the front passenger's legs, providing ample space for leg movement.

[0076] Example 2

[0077] This embodiment relates to a vehicle that is equipped with the sub-instrument panel assembly provided in Embodiment 1.

[0078] In practical implementation, given that the front floor assembly 1 has a center channel 11, the center channel 11 can be used as the mounting base for the sub-instrument panel assembly. In addition to the center channel 11, the front floor assembly 1 also includes front floor panels 10 located on both sides of the center channel 11. A carpet 12 is laid on top of the front floor panels 10. To improve the sound insulation of the front floor assembly 1, sound insulation cotton 120 can be filled between the front floor panels 10 and the carpet 12.

[0079] By arranging the sub-dashboard assembly of the present invention on the front floor assembly 1 between the front seats, a variety of storage functions can be achieved, and there is a legroom 7 below the protrusion 4; it has significant design highlights and market competitiveness. The drawer assembly 5 in the upper storage space 33 and lower storage space 34 in the housing 310, and the upper storage space 43 and lower storage space 44 in the protrusion 4, these abundant storage spaces are some open and some closed, meeting the different storage environment needs of users. The open storage space is distributed in the upper box 40 at the top of the protrusion 4, making full use of the cantilever design structure of the protrusion 4 in the X direction of the vehicle of the main body 3, dividing the space in front of the sub-dashboard into upper and lower parts along the Z direction of the vehicle, forming an upper open upper storage space 43 and a lower closed lower storage space 44 in the protrusion 4; the space below the protrusion 4 is an open legroom 7, which can also be used for storage. The upper storage space 43 can provide storage for easily accessible items such as mobile phones and keys, while the clearance space 7 provides legroom and can also be used to store large items.

[0080] The main body 3's internal compartment 310 serves as a closed upper storage space 33, while the lower storage space 34 is arranged in two layers. The upper storage space 33 uses the elbow rest assembly 32 as a cover, which opens and closes, primarily providing storage convenience for front-seat passengers. The lower storage space 34 contains a drawer assembly 5, which opens and closes via an X-axis pull-out drawer body 52, primarily providing storage convenience for rear-seat passengers. This double-layered storage design can simultaneously meet the storage needs of both front and rear passengers, offering a convenient design advantage.

[0081] To meet the growing market demand for hot and cold storage functions, given that the air duct 6 is arranged between the cabinet 310 and the drawer assembly 5, branch pipes connecting the air duct 6 can be installed in the upper storage space 33 and the lower storage space 34, so that the airflow in the air duct 6 passes through the middle area between the upper storage space 33 and the lower storage space 34. This allows the airflow in the air duct 6 to flow through the upper storage space 33 or the lower storage space 34 before reaching the air outlet 600. In this way, after the branch pipes are connected, airflow enters the drawer assembly 5 or the cabinet 310. By utilizing the hot and cold air intake of the air conditioner, the storage space of the cabinet 310 or the drawer assembly 5 can be converted into a hot and cold storage room, realizing the functional needs of food storage and preservation during outdoor travel.

[0082] Overall, the sub-dashboard assembly of this invention, with its cantilevered forward protrusion 4, is not only aesthetically pleasing but also enables Y-axis connectivity of the vehicle beneath it, expanding the Y-axis space for both the driver and front passenger seats and effectively improving legroom for the driver. The dual-layered open and closed integrated storage space within the main body 3 and the forward protrusion 4 meets the storage needs of front and rear passengers in different scenarios, offering advantages such as ease of use and convenient storage.

[0083] Furthermore, the concealed storage space within the sub-instrument assembly, utilizing the air duct 6, can be designed with heating and cooling ventilation functions, providing food storage and preservation for long-distance outdoor travel. The bracket structure design of the bottom support and mounting bracket 30 within the base section 2 and main body section 3 enables the integrated installation of multiple components, effectively reducing the number of load-bearing components inside the sub-instrument assembly. This achieves the design advantages of fewer parts and lighter weight, resulting in high installation strength, stable structural performance, and good performance in terms of NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) comfort.

[0084] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Detailed explanations of configurations, examples of specific structural arrangements, and descriptions of assembly and connection methods are provided to ensure sufficient disclosure so that those skilled in the art can better implement the present invention, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sub-instrument panel assembly, characterized in that: It includes a base portion (2) located on the front floor assembly (1) between the two front seats, and a main body portion (3) protruding upward from the rear half of the base portion (2); The top of the main body (3) has a protrusion (4) that protrudes forward toward the front of the vehicle, and a clearance space (7) for the leg movement of the front passenger is formed between the front half of the base part (2) and the protrusion (4).

2. The sub-instrument assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base part (2) is provided with a bottom bracket for connecting the central channel (11) of the front floor assembly (1), and the main body part (3) also has a mounting bracket (30) connected to the bottom bracket, a main frame (31) fixed to the mounting bracket (30), and an elbow rest assembly (32); The main body (3) is provided with a storage structure, which includes a box (310) formed on the main frame (31) and a front storage box (311). The box (310) is located on the upper part of the main body (3). The elbow pillow assembly (32) is closably covered at the opening on the top of the box (310). The front storage box (311) is located in the front protrusion (4).

3. The sub-instrument assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom support has a lower support frame (210) with a "U" shaped cross-section, and the bottom plate of the lower support frame (210) is connected to the middle channel (11); the mounting bracket (30) has an inverted "U" shaped cross-section, and the main frame (31) is fixed to the top plate of the mounting bracket (30); The bottom end of the side plate of the mounting bracket (30) is connected to the top end of the side plate of the lower support frame (210), and a lower storage space (34) is formed between the mounting bracket (30) and the lower support frame (210).

4. The sub-instrument assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom support also has a left support (211) and a right support (212) respectively located on the left and right sides of the lower support frame (210). The top ends of the left support (211) and the right support (212) are respectively connected to the side plates of the lower support frame (210), and the bottom ends of the left support (211) and the right support (212) are both connected to the central channel (11).

5. The sub-instrument assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The mounting bracket (30) and the lower support frame (210) are assembled and connected by the first connecting bolt (301); The bottom of the side plate of the mounting bracket (30) is provided with a guide flange (300) and a limiting plate (304). The side plate of the lower support frame (210) is inserted into one side of the side plate of the mounting bracket (30) on the corresponding side under the guidance of the guide flange (300). The limiting plate (304) is used to limit the assembly position of the mounting bracket (30) on the lower support frame (210).

6. The sub-instrument assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: Corresponding to the lower storage space (34), a drawer opening is provided on the rear side of the main body (3). The storage structure also includes a drawer assembly (5) provided in the lower storage space (34). The drawer body (52) in the drawer assembly (5) can be pushed into the lower storage space (34) through the drawer opening or pulled out to the outside of the main body (3).

7. The sub-instrument assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that: The drawer assembly (5) includes a lower frame (51) fixedly mounted on the mounting bracket (30), and the drawer body (52) is slidably disposed on the lower frame (51); And / or, the drawer assembly (5) includes a drawer exterior panel (53) covering the rear end of the drawer body (52), which is pushed into the lower storage space (34) along with the drawer body (52), and the drawer exterior panel (53) seals the drawer opening.

8. The sub-instrument assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that: It also includes air ducts (6) arranged in the base part (2) and the main body part (3), and the rear side of the main body part (3) is provided with an air outlet (600) located above the drawer opening; The air duct (6) extends from the front end of the base part (2) toward the rear and upward, and reaches the air outlet (600) via the top of the lower storage space (34).

9. The sub-instrument assembly according to any one of claims 2 to 8, characterized in that: The front storage box (311) is covered with an upper box body (40) with an open top, and the upper box body (40) is detachably mounted on the main frame (31) so as to open or close the front storage box (311).

10. A vehicle, characterized in that: The vehicle is provided with a sub-instrument assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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