A glove box door, a glove box assembly, an instrument panel, and a vehicle

Abstract

This invention discloses a glove box door, a glove box assembly, an instrument panel, and a vehicle. The glove box door includes a door panel, a table, and a support mechanism. When closed, the door panel is vertically positioned in the left-right direction, with the table located behind it. One side of the table is rotatably connected to the upper end of the door panel. The table can rotate relative to the door panel to unfold or to be folded up against the door panel. The support mechanism is connected between the table and the door panel and has unfolded and folded states. When the table rotates to unfold, the support mechanism simultaneously switches to the unfolded state; when the table rotates to fold up, the support mechanism simultaneously switches to the folded state. This design ensures that the table is only suitable for unfolding when the door panel is closed. When the table is unfolded, it is stably supported by the support mechanism. When folded up, the table is flush with the door panel, resulting in a small footprint and aesthetically pleasing design.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of vehicle technology, and particularly relates to a glove box door, a glove box assembly, an instrument panel, and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, there are designs in car interiors that include retractable tables in the passenger seat area near the dashboard. When the table is unfolded, the passenger in the front seat can place items on it, similar to passengers on high-speed trains. For example, when the vehicle is parked, they can place a laptop for work or have a simple meal. The structures disclosed in documents CN215705867U "A Small Table for the Passenger Seat of a Car" and CN218430971U "A Business Table for the Passenger Seat" are examples. However, both of these designs suffer from drawbacks such as complex opening and closing mechanisms and poor support stability. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention aims to provide a glove box door with a simple structure, which has a table that can be retracted and matched with a support mechanism that can be retracted or unfolded. The whole structure makes the table have good stability when unfolded, and the table is convenient to unfold, while not affecting the aesthetics when folded up.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is as follows: A glove box door includes a door panel, a table panel, and a support mechanism. When the door panel is closed, it is vertically arranged in the left-right direction, and the table panel is located behind the door panel. One side of the table panel is rotatably connected to the upper end of the door panel. The table panel can be rotated relative to the door panel to be laid flat for unfolding, or rotated to be fitted against the door panel for storage. The support mechanism is connected between the table panel and the door panel. The support mechanism has an unfolded state and a stored state. When the table panel is rotated to unfolded, the support mechanism simultaneously switches to the unfolded state. When the table panel is rotated to stored, the support mechanism simultaneously switches to the stored state.

[0005] The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned technical solution of the present invention are as follows: the table is only suitable for unfolding and use when the door is closed, and when the table is switched to the unfolded state, it can be stably supported by the support mechanism. When the table is in the folded state, it fits against the door, thus occupying little space and having a good aesthetic appearance.

[0006] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows: Furthermore, multiple support mechanisms are provided, and the multiple support mechanisms are distributed at intervals along the left-right direction; The support mechanism includes a knob fastener and two connecting rods. One end of the two connecting rods is rotatably connected by the knob fastener. The ends of the two connecting rods that are far apart from each other are rotatably connected to the sides of the door panel and the table panel that are close to each other. The two connecting rods can be rotated to unfold in a straight line or to fold in a V-shape for storage. When the two connecting rods are rotated to unfold, the knob fastener can lock the rotatable connection between them. Alternatively, the support mechanism may be an arc-shaped support airbag, with both ends of the support mechanism connected to the door panel and the table panel respectively. The end of the support mechanism near the door panel has an inflation port, and a valve is provided at the inflation port.

[0007] The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned further technical solutions are as follows: by setting multiple support mechanisms at intervals along the left and right directions, the stability of the tabletop is better when it is in the unfolded state; the support mechanism is connected by two connecting rods through knob fasteners, which makes the support mechanism have good rigidity when it is in the unfolded state and occupy less space when it is in the retracted state; and when the support mechanism adopts an arc-shaped support airbag, it can automatically inflate and deflate to switch between the unfolded and retracted states, and the support stability is good.

[0008] Furthermore, each of the two connecting rods has a through-hole at one end, and the two connecting holes are aligned to allow the knob fastener to pass through. On the side of the two connecting rods that are close to each other, a male and a female engagement part are respectively provided at the edge of the connecting hole. The male and female engagement parts cooperate with each other. When the two connecting rods are rotated to unfold, the male and female engagement parts on the two connecting rods are aligned. When the knob fastener locks the two connecting rods, the aligned male and female engagement parts are engaged with each other.

[0009] The beneficial effect of the above-mentioned further technical solution is that when the two connecting rods are rotated to the unfolded state, each of the male engagement parts can engage with the corresponding female engagement part, and the two connecting rods can be clamped together by the knob fastener, so that the two connecting rods can be stably kept in the unfolded state.

[0010] Furthermore, one of the connecting rods has a plurality of male engagement portions spaced circumferentially at the edge of the connecting hole, and the other connecting rod has a plurality of female engagement portions spaced circumferentially at the edge of the connecting hole. The plurality of male engagement portions and the plurality of female engagement portions correspond one-to-one, and the corresponding male engagement portions and female engagement portions are aligned with each other. The male engagement portion is a protruding post, and the female engagement portion is a groove.

[0011] The beneficial effect of the above-mentioned further technical solution is that when the two connecting rods are in the unfolded state, the multiple male engagement parts and the multiple female engagement parts are respectively engaged, thus making the two connecting rods more stable in the unfolded state.

[0012] Furthermore, the knob fastener includes a bolt and a nut. The threaded end of the bolt passes through the two connecting holes, and the nut is threaded onto the bolt. When the two connecting rods are in the extended state, tightening the nut relative to the bolt will lock the two connecting rods, or loosening the nut relative to the bolt will release the two connecting rods from the lock.

[0013] The beneficial effect of the above-mentioned further technical solution is that it simplifies the structure of the knob fastener, and when the two connecting rods are rotated to the unfolded state, the two connecting rods can be locked in the unfolded state or unlocked simply by tightening or loosening the bolt relative to the nut.

[0014] Furthermore, each of the two connecting rods has a protruding post on one of its opposite sides at the rotatable connection point. The connecting hole passes through the corresponding protruding post. Both protruding posts have coaxially recessed expanding ring cavities on their inner walls. The two protruding posts are designated as a first protruding post and a second protruding post, respectively. The expanding ring cavity on the first protruding post is the first expanding ring cavity, and the expanding ring cavity on the second protruding post is the second expanding ring cavity. The nut is coaxially assembled within the first expanding ring cavity, and the nut can rotate relative to the corresponding first protruding post. A resilient pressing pin is also radially embedded in the side wall of the first protruding post, with its pin end facing into the first expanding ring cavity. The pin is used to restrict the rotation of the nut relative to the first protrusion or to release the restriction. The bolt has a coaxially fixed limiting ring at the position corresponding to the second expansion ring cavity. The edge of the limiting ring extends into the second expansion ring cavity. When the two connecting rods are in the unfolded state, the pressing pin restricts the rotation of the nut relative to the first protrusion and tightens the bolt so that the two connecting rods move closer to each other so that the male and female engagement parts can engage with each other, or the bolt can be loosened so that the two connecting rods move further apart so that the male and female engagement parts can separate and release the engagement.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned further technical solution are as follows: This results in a high structural strength for the rotatable connection of the two connecting rods. When the two connecting rods are rotated to the unfolded state, the nut can be restricted from rotating within the corresponding first expansion ring cavity by pressing the pin. Therefore, when tightening the bolt, the two connecting rods can be driven to move along the axial direction of the bolt until they approach each other, until the male and female engagement parts interlock. At this point, the two connecting rods are locked in the unfolded state. When loosening the bolt, the two connecting rods can be driven to move along the axial direction of the bolt until they move away from each other, until... The male and female engagement parts separate, and the two connecting rods are released from their locked positions in the unfolded state. If it is necessary to rotate the two connecting rods to the retracted state, the pressing pin must be removed from the nut while the two connecting rods are released from their locked positions. This allows the two connecting rods to be easily bent at the joint to form a V-shape (and when the two connecting rods are rotated, the nut is stationary relative to the bolt, the entire knob fastener acts as a pivot, and the two connecting rods maintain a certain distance from each other, so they do not interfere with each other).

[0016] The second objective of this invention is to provide a glove box assembly with a simple structure and a table.

[0017] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is as follows: A glove box assembly includes a glove box compartment, a locking mechanism, and a glove box door as described above. The opening of the glove box compartment faces rearward, and the side of the glove box door away from its rotatable connection with the tabletop is rotatably connected to the lower end of the opening of the glove box compartment. The glove box door can be rotated to open or close the opening of the glove box compartment. The locking mechanism is disposed on the glove box compartment and is used to lock the glove box door and the glove box compartment when the glove box door is rotated into the closed state.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned technical solution of the present invention are as follows: the glove box door is rotated at the slot of the glove box compartment, so that when the glove box door is in the closed state, the table can be rotated to unfold, and when the table is in the unfolded state, it is not advisable to switch the glove box door to the open state, and when the glove box door is in the closed state, it is locked by a locking device.

[0019] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows: Furthermore, it also includes a shielding curtain. The glove box compartment is provided with a first guide rail on both sides, and the glove box door is provided with a second guide rail on both sides. A flexible third guide rail is connected between the first and second guide rails on the same side. The first, second, and third guide rails on the same side form a guide rail strip. The shielding curtain is connected to two of the guide rail strips on both sides respectively. When the table is in the storage state, the shielding curtain can be stretched to cover the table.

[0020] The beneficial effect of the above-mentioned further technical solution is that when the tabletop is in the storage state, the curtain can be pulled to completely cover the tabletop, thereby improving the aesthetics.

[0021] The third objective of this invention is to provide an instrument panel with a simple structure and a table for the passenger side.

[0022] To achieve the above objectives, another technical solution of the present invention is as follows: an instrument panel, including a glove box door as described above or a glove box assembly as described above.

[0023] The beneficial effect of the above-mentioned technical solution of the present invention is that the passenger position of the dashboard has a table that can be switched to an unfolded or folded state, thereby making its functions more diverse.

[0024] The fourth objective of this invention is to provide a vehicle with a simple structure and a table in the passenger seat.

[0025] To achieve the above objectives, another technical solution of the present invention is as follows: a vehicle, including the dashboard as described above.

[0026] The beneficial effect of the above-mentioned technical solution of the present invention is that the passenger seat of the vehicle has a table that can be switched to an unfolded or folded state, thereby making it versatile in function. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the glove box door in the unfolded state as described in Embodiment 1 of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the glove box door in the storage state as described in Embodiment 1 of the present invention; Figure 3 This is an elevation view of the support mechanism described in Embodiment 1 of the present invention when it is in the deployed state and not locked. Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle; Figure 5 This is an elevation view of the support mechanism described in Embodiment 1 of the present invention when it is locked in the deployed state; Figure 6 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point B in the middle; Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the rotatable connection between the two connecting rods in Embodiment 1 of the present invention; Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point A in the middle; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the end of the rotating connection between the two connecting rods in Embodiment 1 of the present invention; Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the glove box door in the unfolded state in Embodiment 2 of the present invention; Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the multiple support mechanisms and the valve in Embodiment 2 of the present invention; Figure 12 This is one of the elevation views of the glove box assembly in embodiment 3 of the present invention with the table in the unfolded state; Figure 13 This is a second perspective view of the glove box assembly in embodiment 3 of the present invention with the table in the unfolded state; Figure 14 This is an elevation view of the glove box assembly described in Embodiment 3 of the present invention when the table is in a stowed state and covered by a curtain; Figure 15 An elevation view of the lock component described in Embodiment 3 of the present invention; Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the linkage rod and the locking tongue in Embodiment 3 of the present invention; Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the cooperation between the lock component and the glove box compartment as described in Embodiment 3 of the present invention; Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the interaction between the lock component and the door panel in Embodiment 3 of the present invention. Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the interaction between the switch and the corresponding linkage rod in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Glove box door; 11. Door panel; 111. Locking plate; 1111. Lock hole; 12. Tabletop; 13. Support mechanism; 131. Knob fastener; 1311. Bolt; 13111. Limiting ring; 1312. Nut; 132. Connecting rod; 1321. Connecting hole; 13211. Engaging male part; 13212. Engaging female part; 1322. Protrusion; 1322a. First protrusion; 1322b. Second protrusion; 1323. Expanding ring cavity; 1323a. First expanding ring cavity; 1323b. Second expanding ring cavity; 1324. Pressing pin; 13241. Shell. ; 132411, Inner flange; 13242, Pin; 132421, Handle; 132422, Abutting ring; 13243, Elastic element; 133, Inflation port; 134, Valve; 2, Glove box compartment; 21, Clearance hole; 3, Locking components; 31, Lock body; 311, Linkage rod; 3111, Extrusion rod; 312, Lock tongue; 3121, Clearance surface; 32, Switch part; 321, Button; 3211, Groove; 3212, Extrusion slope; 4, Shelter curtain; 41, Guide rod; 5, Guide rail; 51, First guide rail; 52, Second guide rail; 53, Third guide rail. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0030] In the description of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0031] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this technology based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] In the description of this application, spatial relation terms such as "below," "under," "below," "below," "above," "over," etc., are used herein to describe the relationship between one element or feature shown in the figures and other elements or features. It should be understood that, in addition to the orientation shown in the figures, spatial relation terms also include different orientations of the device in use and operation. For example, if the device in the figures is flipped, an element or feature described as "below" or "under" or "below" of other elements or features will be oriented "above" other elements or features. Therefore, the exemplary terms "below" and "under" can include both upper and lower orientations. Furthermore, the device may also include other orientations (e.g., rotated 90 degrees or other orientations), and the spatial descriptive terms used herein are interpreted accordingly.

[0033] In the description of this application, the term "for example" is used to mean "used as an example, illustration, or description." Any embodiment described as "for example" in this application is not necessarily to be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments. The following description is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make and use the invention. Details are set forth in the following description for purposes of explanation. It should be understood that those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention can be made without using these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and processes will not be described in detail to avoid obscuring the description of the invention with unnecessary detail. Therefore, the invention is not intended to be limited to the embodiments shown, but is consistent with the broadest scope of the principles and features disclosed in this application.

[0034] Example 1 like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment provides a glove box door 1, including a door panel 11, a table 12, and a support mechanism 13. When the door panel 11 is closed, it is vertically arranged in the left-right direction, and the table 12 is located behind the door panel 11. One side of the table 12 is rotatably connected to the upper end of the door panel 11. The table 12 can be rotated relative to the door panel 11 to be laid flat to unfold, or rotated to be fitted against the door panel 11 to be stored. The support mechanism 13 is connected between the table 12 and the door panel 11. The support mechanism 13 has an unfolded state and a stored state. When the table 12 is rotated to unfold, the support mechanism 13 simultaneously switches to the unfolded state. When the table 12 is rotated to store, the support mechanism 13 simultaneously switches to the stored state. This design ensures that the tabletop 12 is only suitable for unfolding when the door panel 11 is closed. When the tabletop 12 is unfolded, it is stably supported by the support mechanism 13. When the tabletop 12 is folded up, it fits snugly against the door panel 11, thus minimizing its space requirements and enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

[0035] like Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, multiple support mechanisms 13 are provided, and the multiple support mechanisms 13 are distributed at intervals along the left and right directions; by providing multiple support mechanisms 13 at intervals along the left and right directions, the stability of the tabletop 12 is better when it is in the unfolded state.

[0036] like Figures 3-6 As shown, the support mechanism 13 in this embodiment includes a knob fastener 131 and two connecting rods 132. One end of the two connecting rods 132 is rotatably connected to the knob fastener 131, and the ends of the two connecting rods 132 that are far apart from each other are rotatably connected to the sides of the door panel 11 and the table panel 12 that are close to each other. The two connecting rods 132 can be rotated to unfold in a straight line or to fold in a V-shape for storage. When the two connecting rods 132 are rotated to unfold, the knob fastener 131 can lock the rotation connection between them. The support mechanism 13 uses two connecting rods 132 connected by the knob fastener 131, which makes the support mechanism 13 have good rigidity when it is in the unfolded state and occupy little space when it is in the stored state.

[0037] like Figures 3-6 As shown, in this embodiment, each of the two connecting rods 132 has a through-hole 1321 at one end close to the other, and the two connecting holes 1321 are aligned to allow the knob fastener 131 to pass through. On the side of the two connecting rods 132 close to each other, a male engagement part 13211 and a female engagement part 13212 are respectively provided at the edge of the connecting hole 1321. The male engagement part 13211 and the female engagement part 13212 cooperate with each other. When the two connecting rods 132 are rotated to unfold, the male engagement part 13211 and the female engagement part 13212 on the two connecting rods 132 are aligned. When the knob fastener 131 locks the two connecting rods 132, the aligned male engagement part 13211 and the female engagement part 13212 are engaged with each other. This allows each male engagement part 13211 to engage with the corresponding female engagement part 13212 when the two connecting rods 132 are rotated to the unfolded state, and the two connecting rods 132 are clamped together by the knob fastener 131, so that the two connecting rods 132 can be stably kept in the unfolded state.

[0038] like Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 9As shown, in this embodiment, one of the connecting rods 132 has a plurality of male engagement portions 13211 spaced circumferentially at the edge of the connecting hole 1321, and the other connecting rod 132 has a plurality of female engagement portions 13212 spaced circumferentially at the edge of the connecting hole 1321. The male engagement portions 13211 and female engagement portions 13212 correspond one-to-one and are aligned with each other. The male engagement portions 13211 are protruding posts, and the female engagement portions 13212 are grooves. This ensures that when the two connecting rods 132 are in the unfolded state, the male engagement portions 13211 and female engagement portions 13212 are engaged, resulting in better stability of the two connecting rods 132 in the unfolded state.

[0039] like Figures 3-8 As shown, the knob fastener 131 in this embodiment includes a bolt 1311 and a nut 1312. The threaded end of the bolt 1311 passes through the two connecting holes 1321, and the nut 1312 is threaded onto the bolt 1311. When the two connecting rods 132 are in the unfolded state, tightening the nut 1312 relative to the bolt 1311 will lock the two connecting rods 132, or loosening the nut 1312 relative to the bolt 1311 will release the two connecting rods 132 from the locked state. This makes the structure of the knob fastener 131 simple, and when the two connecting rods 132 are rotated to the unfolded state, simply tightening or loosening the bolt 1311 relative to the nut 1312 is enough to lock or release the two connecting rods 132 in the unfolded state.

[0040] like Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, in this embodiment, both of the two connecting rods 132 have protruding protrusions 1322 on opposite sides of their rotatable connection points. The connecting hole 1321 passes through the corresponding protrusion 1322. The inner walls of both protrusions 1322 are coaxially recessed with expanding ring cavities 1323. The two protrusions 1322 are respectively the first protrusion 1322a and the second protrusion 1322b. The expanding ring cavity 1323 on the first protrusion 1322a is the first expanding ring cavity 1323a, and the expanding ring cavity 1323 on the second protrusion 1322b is the second expanding ring cavity 1323b. The nut 1312 is coaxially assembled in the first expanding ring cavity 1323a, and the nut 1312 can rotate relative to the corresponding first protrusion 1322a. A resilient pressing pin 1324 is also radially embedded in the side wall of the first protrusion 1322a, with its pin end facing the first expanding ring cavity 1323a. Inside, the pressing pin 1324 is used to restrict the nut 1312 from rotating relative to the first protrusion 1322a or to release the restriction. The bolt 1311 has a coaxially fixed protruding limiting ring 13111 at the position corresponding to the second expansion ring cavity 1323b. The edge of the limiting ring 13111 extends into the second expansion ring cavity 1323b. When the two connecting rods 132 are in the unfolded state, the pressing pin 1324 restricts the nut 1312 from rotating relative to the first protrusion 1322a and tightens the bolt 1311 so that the two connecting rods 132 move closer to each other so that the male engagement part 13211 and the female engagement part 13212 can engage with each other, or the bolt 1311 can be loosened so that the two connecting rods 132 move further apart so that the male engagement part 13211 and the female engagement part 13212 can separate and release the engagement.This design ensures high structural strength for the rotatable connection of the two connecting rods 132. When the two connecting rods 132 are rotated to the unfolded state, the pressing pin 1324 can restrict the rotation of the nut 1312 within the corresponding first expansion ring cavity 1323a. Therefore, when tightening the bolt 1311, the two connecting rods 132 can be moved axially along the bolt 1311 until they are close to each other, until the male and female engagement parts 13211 and 13212 are engaged. At this point, the two connecting rods 132 are locked in the unfolded state. When loosening the bolt 1311, the two connecting rods 132 can be moved axially along the bolt 1311 until they are far apart, until the male and female engagement parts 13211 and 13212 are engaged. When part 13211 and engagement part 13212 are separated, the two connecting rods 132 are unlocked in the unfolded state. If it is necessary to rotate the two connecting rods 132 to the retracted state, the pressing pin 1324 must be removed from the nut 1312 at the same time as the two connecting rods 132 are unlocked. This allows the two connecting rods 132 to be easily bent at the joint to form a V-shape (and when the two connecting rods 132 are rotated, the nut 1312 is stationary relative to the bolt 1311, the entire knob fastener 131 is equivalent to a pivot, and the two connecting rods 132 maintain a certain distance from each other so that they do not interfere with each other).

[0041] In this embodiment, the bolt 1311 can be a handle bolt or a wing bolt.

[0042] In this embodiment, when the pressing pin 1324 is pressed by an external force, its pin end will extend into the first expansion ring cavity 1323a and abut against the outer periphery of the nut 1312, thereby restricting the nut 1312 from rotating in the first expansion ring cavity 1323a.

[0043] like Figures 3-9As shown, the characteristic of the support mechanism 13 in this embodiment is that when the male and female parts 13211 and 13212 on the two connecting rods 132 are in a separated state, there is a gap between the two connecting rods 132 in the axial direction of the bolt 1311. At this time, when the two connecting rods 132 need to be rotated to the retracted or unfolded state, the two connecting rods 132 will not interfere with each other (and at this time, the nut 1312 can rotate relative to the corresponding first protrusion 1322a, so the nut 1312 can remain stationary relative to the bolt 1311). It is only when the two connecting rods 132 are rotated to the unfolded state that it is necessary to lock or unlock the two connecting rods 132 in the unfolded state, that the pressing pin 1324 is used to restrict the nut 1312 to rotate within the first protrusion 1322a (at this time, the nut 1312 remains stationary relative to the first protrusion 1322a, but when the bolt 1311 is tightened, the nut 1312 will rotate relative to the bolt 1311).

[0044] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the pressing pin 1324 in this embodiment includes a shell 13241, a pin 13242, and an elastic element 13243. Both ends of the shell 13241 have inwardly flanged edges 132411. The pin 13242 passes through the shell 13241. One end of the pin 13242 has an enlarged portion forming a handle 132421, and the other end of the pin 13242 is a pin end. An abutment ring 132422 protrudes from the pin 13242. The elastic element 13243 is located inside the shell 13241 and on the side of the abutment ring 132422 away from the handle 132421. The two ends of the elastic element 13243 abut against the abutment ring 132422 and the shell 13241 respectively. The elastic force of the elastic element 13243 is used to drive the pin end of the pin rod 13242 to tend to retract. The elastic element 13243 may be a spring and is sleeved on the pin rod 13242.

[0045] Of course, such as Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in this embodiment, two pressing pins 1324 can be arranged opposite each other, so that pressing two pressing pins 1324 at the same time can have a better limiting effect on the nut 1312.

[0046] In this embodiment, the outer edge of the nut 1312 is a regular hexagon.

[0047] Example 2 Same as Example 1, except that, as Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, in this embodiment, the support mechanism 13 is an arc-shaped support airbag, and both ends of the support mechanism 13 are connected to the door panel 11 and the tabletop 12, respectively. The end of the support mechanism 13 near the door panel 11 has an inflation port 133, and a valve 134 is provided at the inflation port 133. When the support mechanism 13 uses an arc-shaped support airbag, it can automatically inflate and deflate to switch between unfolded and retracted states, and the support stability is good. In this embodiment, the support mechanism 13 is corrugated, which allows it to fold down to occupy less space when stored.

[0048] like Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, in this embodiment, the inflation port 133 can be connected to an air pump via a pipe, and the air pump can be concealed inside the vehicle body. The valve 134 can be a solenoid valve. When the support mechanism 13 needs to be inflated or deflated, the valve 134 switches to the open state, and when the support mechanism 13 needs to maintain pressure after inflation, the valve 134 switches to the closed state. In this embodiment, the inflation ports 133 of multiple support mechanisms 13 can merge and share a single valve 134, thus ensuring that the air pressure in multiple support mechanisms 13 remains consistent. To facilitate the detection of whether the air pressure in the support mechanism 13 is full, a pressure sensor can be added at the connection between the inflation port 133 and the valve 134. The air pump, pressure sensor, and valve 134 can be linked. When the pressure sensor detects that the air pressure in the support mechanism 13 has reached a preset air pressure value, the air pump can stop running, and the valve 134 closes simultaneously.

[0049] Example 3 like Figures 12-14 As shown, this embodiment provides a glove box assembly, including a glove box compartment 2, a locking device 3, and a glove box door 1 as described above. The opening of the glove box compartment 2 faces rearward, and the side of the glove box door 1 away from its rotatable connection with the table 12 is rotatably connected to the lower end of the opening of the glove box compartment 2. The glove box door 1 can be rotated to open or close the opening of the glove box compartment 2. The locking device 3 is disposed on the glove box compartment 2 and is used to lock the glove box door 1 to the glove box compartment 2 when the glove box door 1 is rotated to the closed state. This arrangement allows the glove box door 1 to be rotatably positioned at the opening of the glove box compartment 2. When the glove box door 1 is in the closed state, the table 12 can be rotated to unfold. When the table 12 is in the unfolded state, it is not advisable to switch the glove box door 1 to the open state. When the glove box door 1 is in the closed state, it is locked by the locking device 3.

[0050] like Figures 12-14As shown, the glove box assembly in this embodiment also includes a concealing curtain 4. First guide rails 51 are provided on both sides of the glove box compartment 2, and second guide rails 52 are provided on both sides of the glove box door 1. A flexible third guide rail 53 connects the first guide rail 51 and the second guide rail 52 on the same side. The first guide rail 51, the second guide rail 52, and the third guide rail 53 on the same side constitute a guide rail strip 5. The concealing curtain 4 is connected to two guide rail strips 5 on both sides respectively. When the tabletop 12 is in the retracted state, the concealing curtain 4 can be stretched to completely cover the tabletop 12. This improves aesthetics, allowing the concealing curtain 4 to be pulled to completely cover the tabletop 12 when it is in the retracted state.

[0051] In this embodiment, the table 12 can only be unfolded when the glove box door 1 closes the slot of the glove box compartment 2 (at this time, it can be ensured that the table 12 is in a flat state when unfolded). In this embodiment, the curtain 4 can only be stretched to cover the table 12 when the table 12 is in a retracted state relative to the door panel 11.

[0052] like Figures 12-14 As shown, the blind curtain 4 in this embodiment can be a corrugated folding curtain, with guide rods 41 at both ends along the left and right directions. Both ends of each guide rod 41 can be slidably connected to the guide rail 5 on the corresponding side.

[0053] Preferably, in this embodiment, the guide rod 41 located at the front end can be fixedly connected to the front end of the two guide rails 5, while the guide rod 41 located at the rear end can be slidably connected to the two guide rails 5.

[0054] like Figures 15-18As shown, in this embodiment, the lock component 3 is disposed at the upper end of the glove box compartment 2. The lock component 3 has a lock body 31 and a switch part 32. The lock body 31 is disposed at the upper end of the glove box compartment 2 in a left-right direction. A linkage rod 311 extends from each side of the lock body 31. Both sides of the glove box compartment 2 are provided with left-right through clearance holes 21. Both ends of the front side of the door panel 11 are provided with locking plates 111, and both locking plates 111 are located inside the glove box compartment 2 and close to the sides of the glove box compartment 2. The opposite sides of the two locking plates 111 are recessed with lock holes 1111 (which can be blind holes or through holes). When the door panel 11 is rotated to the closed state, each clearance hole 21 is aligned with the lock hole 1111 on the same side. The opposite ends of the two linkage rods 311 extend and bend downwards to approach the clearance hole 21. The hole 21 is connected to a latch 312 that runs in the left-right direction (at this time, the linkage rod 311 and the corresponding latch 312 are connected in an approximately "J" shape). One end of the latch 312 is inserted into the clearance hole 21, and the rear rounded corners of the two latches 312 that are close to each other are chamfered corners to form clearance surfaces 3121. The lock body 31 tends to drive the two linkage rods 311 and the latch 312 to move closer to each other, so that both latches 312 tend to extend into the lock hole 1111 (this allows the glove box door 1 to be closed without operating the lock component 3. Simply push the glove box door 1 to close, which will squeeze the latch 312 back to the clearance. When the latch 312 is aligned with the corresponding lock hole 1111, it will automatically insert into the lock hole 1111 so that the lock component 3 can lock the glove box door 1). In this embodiment, the two linkage rods 311 of the lock body 31 move synchronously, but in opposite directions (the two linkage rods 311 move synchronously to move closer to each other or further away from each other).

[0055] like Figures 15-18 As shown, in this embodiment, the switch part 32 is linked with any one of the linkage rods 311. In this embodiment, under the action of external force, the switch part 32 drives the two linkage rods 311 to move synchronously away from each other, so that the end of the latch 312 with the avoidance surface 3121 retracts into the avoidance hole 21, thereby unlocking the glove box door 1 and releasing the switch part 32. At this time, the two linkage rods 311 move synchronously to move closer to each other, so as to drive the two latches 312 to reset.

[0056] The structure and operating principle of the lock component 3 described in this embodiment are similar to those disclosed in CN203008587 U "A Novel Operating Mechanism of Automobile Glove Box Lock" or CN206233728 U "Glove Box Lock Mechanism, Glove Box and Vehicle". However, in this embodiment, the lock component 3 is moved to the glove box compartment 2 (in the prior art, it is mostly set on the glove box door 1). The switch part 32 needs to be embedded in the dashboard later.

[0057] Preferred, such as Figure 19 As shown, in this embodiment, the switch 32 includes a button 321. The button 321 may be mounted on the dashboard (a spring is provided between the button 321 and the dashboard, and the spring force is used to drive the button 321 to tend to reset, which is prior art in the relevant field and will not be described in detail here or shown in the figure), and is located at the corner of the upper end of the glove box 2 near the driver's seat. The button 321 is located above the linkage rod 311 on the corresponding side. The lower end of the button 321 is recessed with a groove 3211. The inner side wall of the rear side of the groove 3211 is a vertically arranged and inclined extrusion slope 3212 in the front-back direction (the inclination angle of the extrusion slope 3212 in the left-right direction can be 45°). A pressing rod 3111 protrudes upward from the linkage rod 311 located below the button 321, extending into the groove 3211 and abutting against the pressing slope 3212. The pressing slope 3212 has one end facing forward and the other end facing backward. When the button 321 is in the initial state, the pressing rod 3111 is located at the forward end of the pressing slope 3212. When the button 321 is pressed forward, the button 321 will press the pressing rod 3111, causing the corresponding linkage rod 311 and the other linkage rod 311 to move away from each other to unlock. When the button 321 is released, the button 321 and the two linkage rods 311 will automatically reset.

[0058] Example 4 This embodiment provides an instrument panel, including a glove box door 1 as described in Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2, or a glove box assembly as described in Embodiment 3. The passenger side of the instrument panel has a table 12 that can be switched to an unfolded or retracted state, thereby making it versatile in function.

[0059] Example 5 This embodiment provides a vehicle including an instrument panel as described in Embodiment 4. The passenger seat of the vehicle has a table 12 that can be switched to an unfolded or stowed state, thereby making it versatile in function.

[0060] The vehicle described in this embodiment may be a vehicle with a front passenger seat and a glove box in the front passenger seat, such as a passenger car (sedan, SUV or commercial vehicle) and some commercial vehicles (such as trucks, vans, etc.).

[0061] While embodiments or examples of this disclosure have been described with reference to the accompanying drawings, it should be understood that the above embodiments are merely exemplary embodiments or examples, and the scope of the invention is not limited by these embodiments or examples, but only by the granted claims and their equivalents. Various elements in the embodiments or examples may be omitted or replaced by their equivalents. Furthermore, the steps may be performed in a different order than that described in this disclosure. Further, various elements in the embodiments or examples may be combined in various ways. Importantly, as the technology evolves, many elements described herein can be replaced by equivalents that appear after this disclosure.

Claims

1. A glove box door, characterized in that, The device includes a door panel (11), a tabletop (12), and a support mechanism (13). When the door panel (11) is closed, it is vertically arranged in the left-right direction, and the tabletop (12) is located behind the door panel (11). One side of the tabletop (12) is rotatably connected to the upper end of the door panel (11). The tabletop (12) can be rotated relative to the door panel (11) to be laid flat to unfold, or rotated to be fitted with the door panel (11) to be stored. The support mechanism (13) is connected between the tabletop (12) and the door panel (11). The support mechanism (13) has an unfolded state and a stored state. When the tabletop (12) is rotated to unfolded, the support mechanism (13) simultaneously switches to the unfolded state. When the tabletop (12) is rotated to stored, the support mechanism (13) simultaneously switches to the stored state.

2. The glove box door according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple support mechanisms (13) are provided, and the multiple support mechanisms (13) are distributed at intervals along the left and right directions; The support mechanism (13) includes a knob fastener (131) and two connecting rods (132). One end of the two connecting rods (132) is rotatably connected through the knob fastener (131). The ends of the two connecting rods (132) that are far apart from each other are rotatably connected to the sides of the door panel (11) and the table panel (12) that are close to each other. The two connecting rods (132) can be rotated to unfold in a straight line or to fold in a V-shape for storage. When the two connecting rods (132) are rotated to unfold, the knob fastener (131) can lock the rotatable connection between the two. Alternatively, the support mechanism (13) may be an arc-shaped support airbag, and the two ends of the support mechanism (13) may be connected to the door panel (11) and the table panel (12) respectively. The end of the support mechanism (13) near the door panel (11) may have an inflation port (133), and a valve (134) may be provided at the inflation port (133).

3. The glove box door according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both of the two connecting rods (132) have a through-hole (1321) at their close ends, and the two connecting holes (1321) are aligned to allow the knob fastener (131) to pass through. On the side of the two connecting rods (132) that are close to each other, a male engagement part (13211) and a female engagement part (13212) are respectively provided at the edge of the connecting hole (1321). The male engagement part (13211) and the female engagement part (13212) cooperate with each other. When the two connecting rods (132) are rotated to unfold, the male engagement part (13211) and the female engagement part (13212) on the two connecting rods (132) are aligned. When the knob fastener (131) locks the two connecting rods (132), the aligned male engagement part (13211) and the female engagement part (13212) are engaged with each other.

4. The glove box door according to claim 3, characterized in that, One of the connecting rods (132) has a plurality of male bite parts (13211) spaced circumferentially at the edge of the connecting hole (1321), and the other connecting rod (132) has a plurality of female bite parts (13212) spaced circumferentially at the edge of the connecting hole (1321). The plurality of male bite parts (13211) and the plurality of female bite parts (13212) correspond one-to-one, and the corresponding male bite parts (13211) and female bite parts (13212) are aligned with each other. The male bite part (13211) is a protruding post, and the female bite part (13212) is a groove.

5. The glove box door according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that, The knob fastener (131) includes a bolt (1311) and a nut (1312). The threaded end of the bolt (1311) passes through the two connecting holes (1321). The nut (1312) is threaded onto the bolt (1311). When the two connecting rods (132) are in the unfolded state, tightening the nut (1312) relative to the bolt (1311) will lock the two connecting rods (132), or loosening the nut (1312) relative to the bolt (1311) will unlock the two connecting rods (132).

6. The glove box door according to claim 5, characterized in that, Both connecting rods (132) have protruding protrusions (1322) on opposite sides of their rotatable connection points. The connecting hole (1321) passes through the corresponding protrusion (1322). The inner walls of both protrusions (1322) are coaxially recessed with expanding annular cavities (1323). The two protrusions (1322) are respectively the first protrusion (1322a) and the second protrusion (1322b). The expanding annular cavity (1323) on the first protrusion (1322a) is the first expanding annular cavity (1322b). 323a), the expansion ring cavity (1323) on the second protrusion (1322b) is the second expansion ring cavity (1323b), the nut (1312) is coaxially assembled in the first expansion ring cavity (1323a), and the nut (1312) can rotate relative to the corresponding first protrusion (1322a). The side wall of the first protrusion (1322a) is also radially fitted with an elastic pressing pin (1324), the pin end of which faces into the first expansion ring cavity (1323a). The pressing pin (1324) is used to restrict or release the rotation of the nut (1312) relative to the first protrusion (1322a). The bolt (1311) has a coaxially fixed protruding limiting ring (13111) at the position corresponding to the second expansion ring cavity (1323b). The edge of the limiting ring (13111) extends into the second expansion ring cavity (1323b). When the two connecting rods (132) are in the unfolded state, they are limited by the pressing pin (1324). The nut (1312) is rotated relative to the first protrusion (1322a), and the bolt (1311) is tightened so that the two connecting rods (132) move closer to each other so that the male and female parts (13211 and 13212) engage with each other, or the bolt (1311) is loosened so that the two connecting rods (132) move further apart so that the male and female parts (13211 and 13212) separate from each other and disengage.

7. A glove box assembly, characterized in that, The glove box includes a glove box compartment (2), a locking device (3), and a glove box door (1) as described in any one of claims 1-6. The opening of the glove box compartment (2) faces rearward, and the glove box door (1) is rotatably connected to the lower end of the opening of the glove box compartment (2) on the side away from its rotatable connection with the table (12). The glove box door (1) can be rotated to open or close the opening of the glove box compartment (2). The locking device (3) is disposed on the glove box compartment (2) and is used to lock the glove box door (1) to the glove box compartment (2) when the glove box door (1) is rotated to the closed state.

8. The glove box assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a shielding curtain (4), with a first guide rail (51) on both sides of the glove box (2) and a second guide rail (52) on both sides of the glove box door (1). A flexible third guide rail (53) is connected between the first guide rail (51) and the second guide rail (52) on the same side. The first guide rail (51), the second guide rail (52) and the third guide rail (53) on the same side form a guide rail (5). The shielding curtain (4) is connected to the two guide rails (5) on both sides respectively. When the table (12) is in the storage state, the shielding curtain (4) can be stretched to cover the table (12).

9. An instrument panel, characterized in that, Includes the glove box door (1) as described in any one of claims 1-7 or the glove box assembly (10) as described in claim 7 or 8.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the dashboard as described in claim 9.

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