Vehicle-mounted storage box and vehicle

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a vehicle-mounted storage box and a vehicle, wherein the vehicle-mounted storage box is a front trunk storage box or a rear trunk storage box, and the vehicle-mounted storage box comprises a box body, and a robot storage groove is arranged in the box body and used for accommodating a robot. The vehicle-mounted storage box allows the robot to be directly stored in the vehicle-mounted storage box originally used as the front trunk storage box or the rear trunk storage box, without the need to additionally add a new storage structure on the vehicle, so as to avoid occupying additional space of the vehicle and also without the need to greatly change the vehicle body, thereby reducing processing and assembly costs, and effectively balancing space utilization and cost control.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of vehicle technology, specifically to a vehicle-mounted storage box and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of robotics technology, mobile robots such as quadruped robots and flying robots are gradually entering daily life, and users often want to take robots with them when they go out.

[0003] If a user wants to bring the robot with them, they need to place the robot in a storage box and then put the storage box containing the robot into the car. However, placing the storage box directly into the car will take up the vehicle's original storage or passenger space. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a vehicle storage box and a vehicle to solve the technical problems existing in the related art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this disclosure provides a vehicle storage box, which is a front trunk storage box or a rear trunk storage box. The vehicle storage box includes a box body, and the box body has a robot receiving slot inside, which is used to accommodate a robot.

[0006] Optionally, the box body may also include a storage compartment separate from the robot's receiving slot; or, The box also contains multiple storage compartments, separated from the robot's receiving slot; or... The box body is also provided with storage slots that are separated from the robot storage slot. There are multiple storage slots that are separated from each other and are located on the same side of the robot storage slot.

[0007] Optionally, the vehicle-mounted storage box further includes a first cover plate, which is movable relative to the box body to open or close the opening of the robot receiving slot; or, The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a first cover plate and a driving component. The driving component is connected to the first cover plate and is used to drive the first cover plate to move relative to the box body, so as to open or cover the slot of the robot receiving slot.

[0008] Optionally, the box body is further provided with a storage compartment that is separated from the robot receiving slot. The vehicle storage box also includes a second cover plate, which is movable relative to the box body to open or cover the opening of the storage compartment.

[0009] Optionally, both the first cover plate and the second cover plate are slidably connected to the box body, and the first cover plate and the second cover plate are offset in their own thickness direction; or, Both the first cover plate and the second cover plate are slidably connected to the box body, and the first cover plate and the second cover plate are offset in their own thickness direction, with the height of the first cover plate in its thickness direction being less than the height of the second cover plate in its thickness direction.

[0010] Optionally, the vehicle-mounted storage box further includes a charging component installed in the box body, the charging component corresponding to the robot receiving slot, and the charging component capable of charging the robot; or, The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a charging component installed on the box body. The charging component corresponds to the robot receiving slot and is capable of charging the robot. The charging component is used for electrical connection with the vehicle's battery pack; or... The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a charging component installed on the box body. The charging component corresponds to the robot's receiving slot. The charging component includes a wireless charging transmitter module, which is used to cooperate with the wireless charging receiver module on the robot to charge the robot.

[0011] This disclosure also provides a vehicle including an in-vehicle storage box as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0012] Optionally, the vehicle-mounted storage box further includes a first cover plate and a driving component, wherein the driving component is connected to the first cover plate and is used to drive the first cover plate to move relative to the box body, so as to open or cover the slot of the robot receiving slot. The vehicle also includes a robot and a controller, the robot being communicatively connected to the controller and the controller being electrically connected to the drive unit; Wherein, the vehicle storage box is a front trunk storage box, and the controller is also electrically connected to the front trunk door drive mechanism; or, the vehicle storage box is a rear trunk storage box, and the controller is also electrically connected to the rear trunk door drive mechanism.

[0013] Optionally, the controller is configured to perform the following operations upon receiving a release command: Activate the robot; The drive unit is controlled to move the first cover plate to open the slot of the robot receiving slot; Control the front trunk door drive mechanism to open the front trunk door or control the rear trunk door drive mechanism to open the rear trunk door so that the robot can leave the front trunk or the rear trunk.

[0014] Optionally, the release instruction is generated based on user actions; and / or, The release command is generated upon detection of a collision or rollover of the vehicle.

[0015] The above technical solution allows the robot to be directly stored in the vehicle's storage box, which is originally used as a front trunk storage box or a rear trunk storage box. This eliminates the need to add new storage structures to the vehicle to avoid occupying extra space, and also eliminates the need for major modifications to the vehicle body, reducing processing and assembly costs. This effectively balances space utilization and cost control.

[0016] Other features and advantages of this disclosure will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present disclosure and form part of the specification. They are used together with the following detailed description to explain the present disclosure, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle structure provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure between the vehicle and the vehicle-mounted storage box provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vehicle storage box provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a vehicle storage box provided in another exemplary embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure between the body and the lid of the vehicle storage box provided in another exemplary embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure between the body and the lid of the vehicle storage box provided in yet another exemplary embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 7 This is a control block diagram between the vehicle and the vehicle storage box provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures 1. Vehicle-mounted storage box; 10. Box body; 11. Robot storage slot; 12. Storage slot; 13. First cover plate; 14. Second cover plate; 15. Charging component; 16. Drive component; 2. Vehicle; 20a. Front trunk storage space; 20b. Rear trunk storage space; 21a. Front trunk door drive mechanism; 21b. Rear trunk door drive mechanism; 22. Controller; 23. Robot; 24. Detection module. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The specific embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit this disclosure.

[0020] In this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, directional terms such as "up," "down," "left," and "right" generally refer to up, down, left, and right in the context of normal vehicle operation; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of the corresponding components; and "far" and "near" refer to the corresponding structure or component being away from or near another structure or component. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., used in this disclosure are for distinguishing one element from another and do not imply sequentiality or importance. Additionally, in the following description, when referring to the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise explained, the same reference numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The above definitions are for explanation and illustration only and should not be construed as limiting this disclosure.

[0021] With the rapid development of robotics technology, mobile robots such as robot dogs and flying robots are gradually entering daily life. Users often want to bring mobile robots with them when traveling so they can use them at their destination. Currently, the mainstream way to carry mobile robots in a vehicle is to place the storage box containing the robot on the seat or in the trunk. However, placing it on the seat reduces effective passenger space, while placing it in the trunk occupies additional storage space, affecting the user experience. Therefore, how to achieve onboard storage of mobile robots while balancing vehicle space utilization and cost control has become a pressing technical problem to be solved in this field.

[0022] In view of this, see Figures 1-3 This disclosure provides a vehicle storage box 1, which is a front trunk storage box or a rear trunk storage box. The vehicle storage box 1 includes a box body 10, and a robot receiving slot 11 is provided inside the box body 10 for accommodating a robot.

[0023] Specifically, the front trunk of vehicle 2 has a front trunk storage space 20a for accommodating a front trunk storage box, and the rear trunk of vehicle 2 has a rear trunk storage space 20b for accommodating a rear trunk storage box. The vehicle storage box 1 is located in either the front trunk storage space 20a or the rear trunk storage space 20b and is used as either a front trunk storage box or a rear trunk storage box. A robot receiving slot 11 is formed on the top of the box body 10 and extends towards the bottom of the vehicle. The shape and size of the robot receiving slot 11 are adapted to the shape of the robot to accommodate and fix the robot, preventing the robot from shaking or colliding during the movement of vehicle 2.

[0024] The disclosed vehicle storage box 1 allows the robot to be directly stored in the existing vehicle storage box 1, which is originally used as a front or rear trunk storage box. This eliminates the need to add new storage structures to the vehicle 2, thus avoiding the occupation of extra space in the vehicle 2, and also avoids major modifications to the vehicle body, reducing processing and assembly costs. This effectively balances space utilization and cost control. Furthermore, since the vehicle storage box 1 itself is used as an existing storage component of the vehicle 2, it can still meet daily storage needs in addition to fulfilling the robot's storage function, without adversely affecting the original space utilization efficiency of the vehicle 2.

[0025] Furthermore, since the vehicle storage box 1 is installed inside the vehicle 2, it does not increase the vehicle 2's wind resistance or energy consumption during driving, and does not affect the driving range. At the same time, the vehicle storage box 1 does not require additional sealing structures or protective coatings to cope with the risks of corrosion from rain, mud, dust, and salt spray encountered in the external environment, nor does it require additional locking and anti-theft structures to address the risks of theft and malicious damage, effectively reducing costs. In addition, the assembly method between the vehicle storage box 1 and existing storage space is relatively simple, eliminating the need for complex fixing brackets, reducing the number of parts, and further lowering manufacturing costs.

[0026] See Figure 4 Optionally, the housing 10 also includes a storage compartment 12, separate from the robot housing 11. The storage compartment 12 can be used to store other items, such as reflective vests, warning triangles, vehicle chargers, and other vehicle tools. Specifically, the robot housing 11 is specifically for accommodating the robot, while the storage compartment 12 is specifically for storing vehicle-mounted items. The two are spatially independent and do not interfere with each other. The robot can enter and exit the robot housing 11 without being obstructed by items in the storage compartment 12, ensuring smooth movement. At the same time, the items in the storage compartment 12 will not affect the robot's entry and exit.

[0027] In addition, this setting allows items originally stored in the vehicle storage box 1 to be transferred to the storage slot 12 for continued storage without having to find another place to put them. This achieves the integration of the robot storage function and the original storage function, so that the vehicle storage box 1 disclosed herein can retain the original item storage function while adding the robot storage function.

[0028] In the embodiments of this disclosure, there are multiple storage slots 12, which are separated from each other to classify and store different types of items, avoiding squeezing or mixing of items and facilitating quick access for users. Furthermore, the multiple storage slots 12 are located on the same side of the robot receiving slot 11, allowing users to retrieve and place the robot 23 and access the accompanying tools within the same operating area, eliminating the need to move back and forth between different sides of the box 10, further enhancing ease of use.

[0029] See Figure 4 and Figure 5 Optionally, the vehicle-mounted storage box 1 also includes a first cover 13, which is movable relative to the box body 10 to open or close the opening of the robot storage slot 11. When the first cover 13 closes the opening, it can enclose the robot 23 within the robot storage slot 11, preventing it from falling out due to bumps during driving, and also serving as a dustproof and privacy-preventing function. When the first cover 13 opens the opening, the robot 23 can freely enter and exit the robot storage slot 11.

[0030] The vehicle-mounted storage box 1 also includes a drive unit connected to the first cover plate 13 and used to drive the first cover plate 13 to move relative to the box body 10, so as to open or cover the slot of the robot receiving slot 11. This drive unit enables the vehicle-mounted storage box 1 of this disclosure to achieve automatic control of the first cover plate 13 without manual operation by the user, further improving the ease of use and the level of intelligence.

[0031] Specifically, in one embodiment, the driving component may include an electric telescopic rod disposed within the storage compartment 12 and connected to the first cover plate 13. When the driving component receives a control command, it can control the electric telescopic rod to extend or retract, thereby moving the first cover plate 13 in a predetermined direction, thus achieving automatic opening or closing of the first cover plate 13. In another embodiment, the driving component may include a connected rotary motor and a lead screw and nut assembly. The rotary motor is disposed within the storage compartment 12, and the lead screw and nut assembly is connected to the first cover plate 13. When the driving component receives a control command, it can start the rotary motor and, through the lead screw and nut assembly, move the first cover plate 13 in a predetermined direction, thereby achieving automatic opening or closing of the first cover plate 13.

[0032] Optionally, the vehicle-mounted storage box 1 also includes a second cover 14, which is movable relative to the box body 10 to open or close the opening of the storage compartment 12. The separate installation of the second cover 14 allows for independent control between the robot receiving compartment 11 and the storage compartment 12. That is, when the robot 23 needs to be retrieved or placed, only the first cover 13 needs to be opened, while the second cover 14 remains closed, thus not affecting the storage of items in the storage compartment 12.

[0033] Here, the second cover plate 14 can be moved by manual drive by the user or by drive mechanism, and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0034] Optionally, both the first cover plate 13 and the second cover plate 14 are slidably connected to the housing 10, and the first cover plate 13 and the second cover plate 14 are offset in their thickness direction so that their movements do not interfere with each other. In other words, the first cover plate 13 and the second cover plate 14 are located at different heights on a plane perpendicular to their sliding direction. When the first cover plate 13 slides toward the second cover plate 14, the first cover plate 13 can pass by the side of the second cover plate 14 without colliding or rubbing against it. This offset design allows the first cover plate 13 and the second cover plate 14 to slide independently without affecting each other, improving the smoothness and reliability of opening the first cover plate 13 and the second cover plate 14.

[0035] In the embodiments of this disclosure, the height of the first cover plate 13 in its thickness direction is less than the height of the second cover plate 14 in its thickness direction, so as to ensure that the first cover plate 13 can smoothly pass through the side of the second cover plate 14 near the robot receiving slot 11 during the sliding process, so that the opening and closing of the first cover plate 13 will not affect the items on the side of the second cover plate 14 away from the robot receiving slot 11.

[0036] For example, when the vehicle storage box 1 is a trunk storage box, both the first cover 13 and the second cover 14 can support the items on it. The first cover 13 can be opened independently without moving the items on the second cover 14 during the opening process, and the second cover 14 can still support the items on it.

[0037] See Figure 6 Optionally, in another embodiment of this disclosure, the first cover plate 13 and the second cover plate 14 are integrally formed and are both flexible plates. The flexible plates can open or cover the robot receiving slot 11 and the storage slot 12 by rolling or unrolling. Since the flexible plates do not unfold outward when unfolded or retracted, they will not occupy additional space or collide with surrounding objects. Specifically, the flexible plates are made of flexible materials, such as rubber, silicone, fabric, or flexible plastic.

[0038] In addition, in this embodiment, the driving component of the vehicle storage box 1 may include a motor, a transmission component and a connecting component connected to the flexible plate. When the driving component receives a control command, it can start the motor and drive the flexible plate to roll up or unroll through the transmission component, thereby realizing the automatic opening or closing of the flexible plate.

[0039] See Figure 3 and Figure 4Optionally, the vehicle-mounted storage box 1 also includes a charging component 15 installed on the box body 10. The charging component 15 corresponds to the robot receiving slot 11. The charging component 15 can charge the robot 23, thereby improving the convenience of charging the robot 23 for the user. This allows the user to complete the charging operation simultaneously while carrying the robot 23 in the vehicle, without having to manually plug or unplug the charging cable or remove the robot 23 from the storage box for separate charging, significantly improving the convenience of the charging operation.

[0040] The charging component 15 is electrically connected to the battery pack of the vehicle 2, so that the charging component 15 can directly draw power from the battery pack of the vehicle 2 and charge the robot 23. This disclosure utilizes the high-capacity power battery of the vehicle 2 itself as a power source, eliminating the need for an additional independent power source for the onboard storage device, further reducing costs.

[0041] In one embodiment of this disclosure, the charging component 15 includes a wireless charging transmitter module, which cooperates with a wireless charging receiver module on the robot 23 to wirelessly charge the robot 23. When the robot 23 is pushed into or placed in the robot housing slot 11, it automatically enters the charging state without any plugging or unplugging operation, further improving ease of use. In another embodiment, the charging component 15 includes a charging plug, which cooperates with a charging interface on the robot 23 to charge the robot 23. When the robot 23 enters the robot housing slot 11, its charging interface automatically connects to the charging plug for charging.

[0042] It is understood that the robot 23 disclosed herein may be a legged bionic robot 23 such as a robot dog or robot cat, or a flying robot, or a wheeled or tracked mobile robot such as an unmanned inspection vehicle or a delivery robot. The technical solution disclosed herein is not limited to the specific types of robots 23 mentioned above. Any robot 23 that can be accommodated in the vehicle-mounted storage box 1 and has autonomous movement capability may be applicable to the technical solution disclosed herein.

[0043] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 This disclosure also provides a vehicle 2, including a vehicle storage box 1 as described in any of the above embodiments. Specifically, a front trunk storage space 20a is provided in the front trunk of the vehicle 2 for accommodating the front trunk storage box; a rear trunk storage space 20b is provided in the rear trunk of the vehicle 2 for accommodating the rear trunk storage box. The vehicle storage box 1 is disposed within the front trunk storage space 20a or the rear trunk storage space 20b and is used as either a front trunk storage box or a rear trunk storage box. It is understood that the vehicle 2 of this disclosure can be an electric vehicle, a gasoline vehicle, or a hybrid vehicle, and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0044] See Figure 5 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the vehicle-mounted storage box 1 further includes a first cover plate 13 and a drive component 16. The drive component 16 is connected to the first cover plate 13 and is used to drive the first cover plate 13 to move relative to the box body 10, thereby opening or closing the slot of the robot receiving slot 11. Furthermore, the vehicle 2 also includes a robot 23 and a controller 22. The controller 22 is electrically connected to the drive component 16 and is used to control the start, stop, and direction of movement of the drive component 16. The robot 23 is communicatively connected to the controller 22 to receive control commands and provide status information. The controller 22, as the information interaction and decision-making center between the vehicle 2 and the robot 23, can coordinate the timing of their actions, achieving intelligent control of the vehicle and the robot as a whole.

[0045] When the vehicle storage box 1 is used as a front trunk storage box, the controller 22 is also electrically connected to the front trunk door drive mechanism 21a to control the opening and closing of the front trunk door. When the vehicle storage box 1 is used as a rear trunk storage box, the controller 22 is also electrically connected to the rear trunk door drive mechanism 21b to control the opening and closing of the rear trunk door. Through the above configuration, the controller 22 can coordinate the release action of the robot 23 and the opening action of the vehicle 2 trunk door to achieve automated control.

[0046] The disclosed vehicle 2 allows the robot 23 to be directly stored in the vehicle storage box 1, which is originally used as a front or rear trunk storage box. This eliminates the need to add new storage structures to the vehicle 2, thus avoiding the occupation of extra space, and also eliminates the need for significant modifications to the vehicle body, reducing processing and assembly costs. This effectively balances space utilization and cost control. Furthermore, by connecting the vehicle 2's controller 22 to the robot 23 and the drive unit 16, collaborative control between the vehicle 2, the vehicle storage box 1, and the robot 23 is achieved. The user only needs to issue a single command to automatically exit, return, and recharge the robot 23. The entire process requires no user intervention, significantly simplifying user operation, enhancing the level of intelligence, and providing users with a more efficient and worry-free user experience.

[0047] Optionally, the controller 22 is configured to perform the following operations upon receiving a release command: Activate robot 23 to switch it from standby mode to working mode, preparing it for removal from its storage location.

[0048] The control drive 16 drives the first cover plate 13 to move, thereby opening the slot of the robot receiving slot 11 and releasing the limiting constraint on the robot 23.

[0049] Depending on the installation location of the vehicle storage box 1, the corresponding vehicle door 2 is opened. If the vehicle storage box 1 is used as a front trunk storage box, the front trunk door drive mechanism 21a is controlled to open the front trunk door so that the robot 23 can leave the front trunk. If the vehicle storage box 1 is used as a rear trunk storage box, the rear trunk door drive mechanism 21b is controlled to open the rear trunk door so that the robot 23 can leave the rear trunk.

[0050] Understandably, the opening sequence of the first cover 13, the front trunk door, and the rear trunk door can be set according to actual needs. Taking the vehicle storage box 1 as an example of a front trunk storage box, in some embodiments, the controller 22 can first control the first cover 13 to open, and after the first cover 13 is fully opened, control the front trunk door to open. In other embodiments, the controller 22 can also control the first cover 13 and the front trunk door to open simultaneously. This disclosure does not limit this.

[0051] In embodiments of this disclosure, the controller 22 is further configured to perform the following operations upon receiving a recycling instruction: Depending on the installation location of the vehicle storage box 1, the corresponding vehicle door 2 is opened. If the vehicle storage box 1 is located in the front trunk, the front trunk door drive mechanism 21a is controlled to open the front trunk door, allowing the robot 23 to enter the vehicle storage box 1 in the front trunk. If the vehicle storage box 1 is located in the rear trunk, the rear trunk door drive mechanism 21b is controlled to open the rear trunk door, allowing the robot 23 to enter the vehicle storage box 1 in the rear trunk.

[0052] Control robot 23 to enter vehicle storage box 1.

[0053] The control drive 16 drives the first cover plate 13 to move, so as to cover the opening of the robot receiving slot 11 and realize the limiting constraint on the robot 23.

[0054] Optionally, in one embodiment, the release command can be generated based on user operation. Specifically, the controller 22 includes a central control display screen of the vehicle 2, through which the user can send task commands such as releasing the robot 23 and retrieving the robot 23. For example, taking the vehicle storage box 1 as a front trunk storage box, when the user issues a command to release the robot 23 through the central control display screen, the controller 22 can first control the first cover 13 of the vehicle storage box 1 and the front trunk door to open, and then control the robot 23 to move out of the vehicle 2. When the robot 23 needs to return to the compartment, the user issues a command to retrieve the robot 23 through the central control display screen, then controls the front trunk door to open and guides the robot 23 into the vehicle storage box 1, and finally controls the front trunk door and the first cover 13 to close. The above-mentioned coordinated control can realize the fully automatic release and retrieval of the robot 23 without user intervention.

[0055] The release command can also be generated upon detection of a collision or rollover of vehicle 2. Specifically, vehicle 2 also includes a detection module 24, which is used to detect whether vehicle 2 has collided or rolled over. Controller 22 is electrically connected to collision detection module 24 and is used to control the opening of the front trunk door, rear trunk door, and first cover 13 after vehicle 2 has collided or rolled over, and to control robot 23 to move out of vehicle 2 for rescue.

[0056] Understandably, the vehicle storage box 1 can be equipped with breaching tools. When the controller 22 detects that the side door of the vehicle 2 cannot be opened normally, it can send a breaching command to the robot 23, control the robot 23 to obtain the breaching tools, and move the robot out of the vehicle 2 to perform window breaking rescue.

[0057] Optionally, in embodiments of this disclosure, charging commands and power-off commands are generated based on user operations. Specifically, the controller 22 is also connected to the charging component 15 and is used to control the charging component 15 to turn on or off power supply, so as to control the charging status. For example, after the robot 23 has finished charging, the user can send a power-off command through the central control display screen, and the controller 22 will control the charging component 15 to turn off power supply to reduce static power consumption and prevent overcharging.

[0058] The preferred embodiments of this disclosure have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this disclosure is not limited to the specific details of the above embodiments. Within the scope of the technical concept of this disclosure, various simple modifications can be made to the technical solutions of this disclosure, and these simple modifications all fall within the protection scope of this disclosure.

[0059] It should also be noted that the various specific technical features described in the above specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, this disclosure will not describe the various possible combinations separately.

[0060] Furthermore, various different embodiments of this disclosure can be combined in any way, as long as they do not violate the spirit of this disclosure, they should also be regarded as the content disclosed in this disclosure.

Claims

1. A vehicle storage box, characterized in that, The vehicle storage box is a front trunk storage box or a rear trunk storage box. The vehicle storage box includes a box body, and the inside of the box body is provided with a robot receiving slot for accommodating a robot.

2. The vehicle storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box also has a storage compartment inside, separate from the robot's storage slot; or, The box also contains multiple storage compartments, separated from the robot's receiving slot; or... The box body is also provided with storage slots that are separated from the robot storage slot. There are multiple storage slots that are separated from each other and are located on the same side of the robot storage slot.

3. The vehicle storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a first cover plate, which is movable relative to the box body to open or close the opening of the robot receiving slot; or, The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a first cover plate and a driving component. The driving component is connected to the first cover plate and is used to drive the first cover plate to move relative to the box body, so as to open or cover the slot of the robot receiving slot.

4. The vehicle storage box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The box body also has a storage compartment that is separated from the robot storage compartment. The vehicle storage box also includes a second cover plate, which can move relative to the box body to open or cover the opening of the storage compartment.

5. The vehicle storage box according to claim 4, characterized in that, Both the first cover plate and the second cover plate are slidably connected to the box body, and the first cover plate and the second cover plate are offset in their own thickness direction; or, Both the first cover plate and the second cover plate are slidably connected to the box body, and the first cover plate and the second cover plate are offset in their own thickness direction, with the height of the first cover plate in its thickness direction being less than the height of the second cover plate in its thickness direction.

6. The vehicle storage box according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a charging component installed on the box body, the charging component corresponding to the robot's receiving slot, and the charging component capable of charging the robot; or... The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a charging component installed on the box body. The charging component corresponds to the robot receiving slot and can charge the robot. The charging component is used to electrically connect to the vehicle's battery pack. or, The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a charging component installed on the box body. The charging component corresponds to the robot's receiving slot. The charging component includes a wireless charging transmitter module, which is used to cooperate with the wireless charging receiver module on the robot to charge the robot.

7. A vehicle, characterized in that, Including the vehicle storage box as described in any one of claims 1-6.

8. The vehicle according to claim 7, characterized in that, The vehicle-mounted storage box also includes a first cover plate and a driving component. The driving component is connected to the first cover plate and is used to drive the first cover plate to move relative to the box body, so as to open or cover the slot of the robot receiving slot. The vehicle also includes a robot and a controller, the robot being communicatively connected to the controller and the controller being electrically connected to the drive unit; Wherein, the vehicle storage box is a front trunk storage box, and the controller is also electrically connected to the front trunk door drive mechanism; or, the vehicle storage box is a rear trunk storage box, and the controller is also electrically connected to the rear trunk door drive mechanism.

9. The vehicle according to claim 8, characterized in that, The controller is configured to perform the following operations upon receiving a release command: Activate the robot; The drive unit is controlled to move the first cover plate to open the slot of the robot receiving slot; Control the front trunk door drive mechanism to open the front trunk door or control the rear trunk door drive mechanism to open the rear trunk door so that the robot can leave the front trunk or the rear trunk.

10. The vehicle according to claim 9, characterized in that, The release command is generated based on user operation; and / or, The release command is generated upon detection of a collision or rollover of the vehicle.

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