Vehicle console with lid and removable shell assembly

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a "vehicle console with lid and removable shell assembly." A vehicle console has a housing with side walls defining a storage compartment and a top surface with an access opening for the storage compartment. A console lid is operably coupled to the housing and configured to cover the top access opening in a closed position. The console lid has a lower lid portion coupled to the housing, an upper lid portion hingedly connected to the lower lid portion such that the upper lid portion pivots onto the top surface of the housing to provide a work surface, and a removable work surface assembly disposed in the console lid. The removable work surface assembly has a bottom shell configured to receive an electronic device and a clamp plate coupled to the shell to cover the electronic device in a closed position. The removable work surface assembly is configured to be removably retained within the console lid.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates generally to vehicle consoles, and more specifically to vehicle consoles having a console cover that is configurable to removably hold a display device. Background Technology

[0002] Motor vehicles are typically equipped with storage compartments, such as consoles. For example, a center console is usually installed between the driver's seat and the passenger seat in the front row of a passenger motor vehicle. A center console typically has a housing defining a main storage compartment and a cover (which often also serves as an armrest), and may include one or more beverage holders and other storage compartments, such as trays. It is desirable to provide a vehicle console that offers enhanced features for use in motor vehicles. Summary of the Invention

[0003] According to a first aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle console has a housing having sidewalls defining a storage compartment and a top surface, the top surface having an access opening for the storage compartment. A console cover is operatively coupled to the housing and configured to cover the top access opening in a closed position. The console cover has: a lower cover portion coupled to the housing; an upper cover portion hingedly connected to the lower cover portion such that the upper cover portion pivots to the top surface of the housing to provide a working surface; and a removable working surface assembly disposed within the console cover. The removable working surface assembly has: a bottom shell configured to receive electronics; and a clipboard coupled to the shell to cover the electronics in a closed position. The removable working surface assembly is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover.

[0004] Embodiments of the first aspect of this disclosure may include any one or a combination of the following features:

[0005] The clamping plate is pivotally connected to the shell;

[0006] The clamping plate is connected to the shell via one or more hinges;

[0007] The one or more hinges include a movable hinge;

[0008] The clamp provides a working surface on the top surface when it is located in the console cover;

[0009] The lower cover portion has an opening to allow access to the storage compartment via the top opening;

[0010] The housing also includes a wireless charger configured to charge the display device;

[0011] The housing also includes an adjustable retainer for holding the display device on the housing;

[0012] The clamp also includes a lighting device;

[0013] A strip is attached to the housing to allow the housing having the display device to be suspended on a support structure;

[0014] The electronic device has a display and includes one of a telephone, tablet computer, and computer; and

[0015] The vehicle control console is the vehicle's central control console.

[0016] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle center console has a housing having sidewalls defining a storage compartment and a top surface, the top surface having an access opening for the storage compartment. A console cover is operatively coupled to the housing and configured to cover the access opening in a closed position. The console cover has: a lower cover portion coupled to the housing; an upper cover portion hingedly connected to the lower cover portion such that the upper cover portion pivots to the top surface of the housing to provide a working surface; and a removable working surface assembly disposed within the console cover. The removable working surface assembly has: a bottom shell configured to receive a display device; and a clamp cover coupled to the shell to cover the display device in a closed position. The removable working surface assembly is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover. The clamp cover is hingedly coupled to the housing via one or more hinges; the clamp cover provides a working surface on the top surface when located within the cover.

[0017] Embodiments of the second aspect of this disclosure may include any one or a combination of the following features:

[0018] The clamp cover is hinged to the shell via a movable hinge;

[0019] The housing also includes a wireless charger configured to charge the display device;

[0020] The housing also includes an adjustable retainer for holding the display device on the housing;

[0021] The clamp also includes a lighting device; and

[0022] A strip is attached to the housing to allow the housing having the display device to be suspended on a support structure.

[0023] According to a third aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle console cover is operatively coupled to a vehicle console to cover an access opening to a storage compartment in a closed position. The console cover has: a lower cover portion configured to be coupled to the vehicle console; an upper cover portion hingedly connected to the lower cover portion such that the upper cover portion is configured to pivot onto a top surface of the vehicle console to provide a working surface; and a removable working surface assembly disposed within the console cover. The removable working surface assembly has: a bottom shell configured to receive a display device; and a clamp coupled to the shell to cover the display device in a closed position. The removable working surface assembly is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover.

[0024] Embodiments of the third aspect of this disclosure may include the following features:

[0025] The clamp is connected to the shell via one or more hinges.

[0026] These and other features, advantages and objectives of this disclosure will be further understood and appreciated by those skilled in the art upon reference to the following specification, claims and drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0027] In the attached diagram:

[0028] Figure 1 This is an upper rear perspective view of the interior of a vehicle compartment equipped with a front center console according to one embodiment, the front center console having a console cover and a removable working surface assembly.

[0029] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The image shows the upper rear perspective of the central console, with the console cover in the closed position;

[0030] Figure 3 This is an upper rear perspective view of the central console cover in its unfolded position, which provides a working surface.

[0031] Figure 4 This is an upper rear perspective view of the center console cover, showing the removable shell assembly with a clasp cover in the open position;

[0032] Figure 5 This is an upper rear perspective view of the center console cover, showing the clamp working surface assembly removed from the console cover;

[0033] Figure 6 This is a top perspective view of the removable working surface assembly, with the clamp cover removed and the display device exposed;

[0034] Figure 7 This is an upper perspective view of the removable working surface assembly, in which an electronic display device is arranged to be mounted on the top surface;

[0035] Figure 8 This is a top perspective view of the removable working surface assembly, wherein the clamp cover covers the housing;

[0036] Figure 9 This is a rear upper perspective view of a console cover with a removable work surface assembly arranged according to another embodiment;

[0037] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 The diagram shows an upper perspective view of the console cover, where the upper cover portion is detached at the removable hinge.

[0038] Figure 11 It provides a shell and further demonstrates Figure 10 Upper perspective view of the upper cover portion with detachable hinges;

[0039] Figure 12 This is an upper rear perspective view of the rear side of the front seats, which shows... Figure 6 A removable work surface assembly, wherein the electronic display device is suspended from the seat headrest by a strip; and

[0040] Figure 13 yes Figure 6 The upper perspective view of the removable working surface assembly, with the strip in the retracted position. Detailed Implementation

[0041] Reference will now be made in detail to the preferred embodiments of this disclosure, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Where possible, the same reference numerals will be used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or similar parts. In the drawings, structural elements are depicted not to scale, and some parts are enlarged relative to others for emphasis and understanding purposes.

[0042] Detailed embodiments of this disclosure are disclosed herein as needed; however, it should be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely examples of this disclosure and may be implemented in various and alternative forms. The accompanying drawings are not necessarily detailed designs; some schematic diagrams may be enlarged or minimized to show a functional overview. Therefore, the specific structural and functional details disclosed herein should not be construed as limiting, but rather serve only as a representative basis for teaching those skilled in the art to employ this disclosure in different ways.

[0043] For descriptive purposes, the terms "up," "down," "right," "left," "back," "front," "vertical," "horizontal," and their derivatives should be used in this document. Figure 1 The concept of orientation is used. However, it should be understood that the concept may present various alternative orientations unless explicitly stated otherwise. It should also be understood that the specific apparatus and processes shown in the accompanying drawings and described in the following specification are merely exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept defined in the appended claims. Therefore, unless otherwise expressly stated in the claims, the specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein should not be considered limiting.

[0044] The embodiments illustrated in this invention primarily exist in combinations of method steps and apparatus components associated with a vehicle console having a cover with a removable working surface assembly. Therefore, apparatus components and method steps have been indicated by conventional symbols in the drawings where appropriate, showing only those specific details relevant to understanding embodiments of this disclosure, so as not to obscure the disclosure in ways obvious to those skilled in the art who will benefit from the description herein. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same elements in the specification and drawings.

[0045] As used herein, the term "and / or" when used with two or more listed items means that any one of the listed items may be used alone, or any combination of two or more of the listed items may be used. For example, if a composition is described as containing components A, B, and / or C, the composition may contain: A only; B only; C only; a combination of A and B; a combination of A and C; a combination of B and C; or a combination of A, B, and C.

[0046] In this document, relational terms such as first and second, top and bottom are used individually to distinguish one entity or action from another, without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between such entities or actions. The terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variation thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article of manufacture, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but may also include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article of manufacture, or apparatus. Without further constraints, an element preceded by “comprising…” does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article of manufacture, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0047] As used herein, the term "about" means that a quantity, dimension, formulation, parameter, and other quantity and characteristic is not precise, nor is it required to be precise, but may be approximate and / or larger or smaller as needed to reflect tolerances, conversion factors, rounding, measurement errors, and other factors known to those skilled in the art. When the term "about" is used to describe an endpoint of a value or range, this disclosure should be understood to include the specific value or the mentioned endpoint. Whether or not the endpoints of numerical values ​​or ranges in this specification are referred to as "about," the endpoints are intended to include two embodiments: one modified by "about" and one not modified by "about." It should also be understood that each endpoint of a range is significant both in relation to and independent of another endpoint.

[0048] As used herein, the terms “substantially,” “basically,” and variations thereof are intended to indicate that the described feature is equal to or approximately equal to a value or description. For example, a “substantially planar” surface is intended to indicate a planar or approximately planar surface. Additionally, “substantially” is intended to mean that two values ​​are equal or approximately equal. In some embodiments, “substantially” may indicate that the values ​​are within about 10% of each other, such as within about 5% of each other, or within about 2% of each other.

[0049] Unless explicitly indicated otherwise, as used herein, the terms “the,” “an,” or “a” mean “at least one” and should not be limited to “only one.” Thus, for example, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, references to “component” include embodiments having two or more such components.

[0050] refer to Figures 1 to 13A vehicle control console 30 for a motor vehicle 10, configured as a central console, is generally shown and described. The vehicle central console 30 has a housing 32 having sidewalls defining a storage compartment 36 and a top surface having an access opening for accessing the storage compartment. A console cover 40 is operatively coupled to the housing 32 and configured to cover the storage compartment 36 in a closed position. The console cover 40 includes: a lower cover portion 44 coupled to the housing 32; an upper cover portion 42 hingedly connected to the lower cover portion 44 such that the upper cover portion 42 pivots onto the top surface 34 of the housing 32 to provide a working surface 50; and a removable working surface assembly 60 disposed within the console cover 40. The removable working surface assembly 60 includes: a bottom shell 68 configured to receive electronics 70; and a clamp 62 coupled to the shell 68 to cover the electronics 70 in a closed position. The removable work surface assembly 60 is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover 40.

[0051] For details, please refer to the following: Figure 1 The illustration generally shows an automobile or motor vehicle 10 configured with passenger seats for transporting one or more passengers, including the driver of the motor vehicle 10, and for further transporting one or more goods or articles on the motor vehicle 10. The motor vehicle 10 typically has a vehicle body that generally defines a passenger compartment 12. The passenger compartment 12 may include various features and trim components. The passenger compartment 12 is shown as typically having front passenger seats arranged in a specific configuration, comprising a first seat assembly 16A configured for driver seating and a second seat assembly 16B configured for passenger seating. The first seat assembly 16A and the second seat assembly 16B may be configured, for example, as laterally spaced and spatially separated individual seats, the space including a front center console 30 configured according to various embodiments shown and described herein. The motor vehicle 10 shown in the example also includes additional seats, such as a second row of seats, which includes a third seat assembly 18A and a fourth seat assembly 18B spaced apart and spatially separated, the space also including a rear center console. It should be understood that motor vehicle 10 may have additional seating rows, such as those commonly found in large sports utility vehicles (SUVs), vans, buses, etc. It should also be understood that vehicle 10 may be, for example, a motor vehicle such as a wheeled car, truck, SUV, van, or bus, or an aircraft, train, ship, or other vehicle capable of transporting one or more passengers and goods.

[0052] Motor vehicle 10 is shown having front seats with a first seat assembly 16A located on a lateral side (e.g., the left side), typically behind the steering wheel 26 and at the vehicle rear of the dashboard 28. A second seat assembly 16B is shown positioned on the opposite lateral side (e.g., the right side) of the front seats at the vehicle rear of the dashboard 28. Each of vehicle seat assemblies 16A and 16B, as well as 18A and 18B, has a seat base 20 typically supported on the floor 14 of vehicle 10 and a seat back 22 with a headrest 24 on top. Each seat assembly is typically configured to seat a passenger.

[0053] The interior of the passenger compartment 12 is shown as having a center console 30 located in the space between the front driver's seat assembly 16A and the second passenger seat assembly 16B in the front seats. The vehicle 10 may also be equipped with other vehicle consoles, such as a rear center console that can be moved between seat assemblies 18A and 18B in the rear seats. Other consoles may be located on the vehicle 10, such as near the rear of the front seats 16A and 16B.

[0054] The vehicle center console 30 has a housing 32 shown supported on the vehicle floor 14. The housing 32 has sidewalls that generally define a storage compartment 36 and a top panel defining a top surface with an access opening 45 to allow access to the storage compartment 36. The vehicle center console 30 has a movable console cover 40 that can pivot between a closed position covering the storage compartment 36 and an open position allowing access to the storage compartment 36 from the top side. The console cover 40 also functions as a handrail for supporting an occupant's arm on the top surface 54. The console cover 40 is configured with a removable work surface assembly 60 that can be removed and reinstalled on the console cover 40. The vehicle center console 30 may also include one or more beverage holders 38 and other accessories.

[0055] The console cover 40 shown and described herein is a two-piece cover assembly comprising a lower cover portion 44 hingedly connected to the upper cover portion 42 via a hinge 46. The console cover 40 in... Figure 2 The diagram shows a folded configuration of a top access opening 45 in the top surface 34 of the cover housing 32, which allows access to the storage compartment 36 below. In this position, the top surface of the upper cover portion 42 may have padding and coverings to serve as armrests for one or more seated occupants.

[0056] The console cover 40 can be pivotally connected to the center console housing 32 at its rear end via a rear hinge 48, allowing the console cover 40 to pivot rearward to expose the top access opening 45 and allow full access to the storage compartment 36. With the console cover 40 pivoted to the downward closed position, the upper cover portion 42 can pivot about the front hinge 46 forward of the lower cover portion 44 to provide an extended working surface 50. The extended working surface 50 may include laterally elongated holes 52. A removable working surface assembly 60 can be removed from the lower cover portion 44, such as... Figure 5 As shown, this also allows access to the storage compartment 36. With the removable working surface assembly 60 removed from the lower cover portion 44, the cover opening 35 operatively leads to the top access opening 45 above the storage compartment 36. Therefore, in this position, access to the storage compartment 36 can be achieved through both the cover opening 35 and the top access opening 45.

[0057] Removable working surface assembly 60 Figures 6 to 8 Further illustrated below. The removable work surface assembly 60 can be mounted within the lower cover portion 44 by inserting its front edge near and below the lip on the hinge 46 such that it engages within the lip located in the upper portion of the lower cover portion 44. The removable work surface assembly 60 can also be held within the lower cover portion 44 by a plurality of snaps 102, a latch button 100, and a latching mechanism 122, the snaps engaging slots 104 in the removable work surface assembly 60, the latch button and latching mechanism being actuated to release the removable work surface assembly 60 from the lower cover portion 44. The removable work surface assembly 60 is shown in this position substantially covering the top access opening 45 leading to the storage compartment 36. Once removed from the console cover 40, the removable work surface assembly 60 can be used as an electronic device holder and clamp. Specifically, the removable work surface assembly 60 includes a clamp 62 disposed near the upper end, which allows clamping functions such as a flat work surface and a clamp holder. When stored in the lid 30, the clip 64 can be received in the laterally elongated opening 52. The clamp 62 may include clips 64 at its upper end for attaching items (such as a sheet of paper). The clamp 62 may include a lighting device 66 that can provide illumination on the front surface of the clamp 62.

[0058] exist Figure 6The diagram shows the bottom side of a removable working surface assembly 60 opposite a clamping plate 62 on its top side, which has an electronic display device 70 disposed within a housing 68. For example, the housing 68 is typically formed as a tray for receiving the electronic display device 70 (such as a tablet computer, computer, or telephone). The clamping plate 62 serves as a cover for the housing 68 and is connected to the housing 68 via a movable hinge 106 on one side wall. The housing 68 typically has a flat bottom surface and side walls extending around its perimeter, and includes an adjustable slider retainer mechanism 74 for engaging and holding a portable electronic device in place. The slider retainer mechanism 74 typically includes a slider configured to, for example... Figure 7 The slider 74 slides within the track 76 shown, which allows the slider 74 to change its engagement width with the electronic display device 70 to hold the electronic display device 70. For example, the slider holder mechanism 74 may include a writing instrument holder 84 for holding a pen or pencil 86. The removable working surface assembly 60 also includes a hole 78 that allows a portable electronic display device 70 with a camera to be aligned within the hole 78.

[0059] The removable working surface assembly 60 is also configured to include one or more charging devices. For example, Figure 7 The image shows an inductive charger 88 disposed within the bottom of the housing 68. The inductive charger 88 may include one or more inductive charging coils and a magnet for alignment with the electronic display device 70 and for wirelessly charging the battery pack within the electronic display device 70. Additionally, the housing 68 may include cable openings 80, such as slots disposed in the sidewalls, for receiving a device charging and communication cable 82, which can be connected to the portable electronic display device 70 to provide power and communication.

[0060] Removable working surface assembly 60 Figure 7 and Figure 8 The image further shows a laser level mechanism 110, which is shown as being built into the clamp 62 to provide a level measuring device. A scale 112 marked along the sidewall of the housing 68 is also shown. A business card holder 114 is disposed on the surface of the clamp 62. Additionally, an AirTag holder 118 is provided for retaining an AirTag 116 on the top surface of the clamp 62. It should be understood that various other accessories may be included on the removable work surface assembly 60.

[0061] refer to Figures 9 to 11The illustration shows a vehicle center console cover 40 according to another embodiment, having a removable hinge 146 for connecting an upper cover portion 42 to a lower cover portion 44. The removable hinge 46 allows the upper cover portion 42 to be removed from the lower cover portion 44. In this embodiment, a removable working surface assembly 60 is disposed in the upper cover portion 42, such that the entire upper cover portion 42 is portable and can be detached from the lower cover portion 44 and reassembled together with it onto the lower cover portion 44. The hinge 46 may include a first hinge connector 145 and a second hinge connector 147 that engage and disengage from each other.

[0062] refer to Figure 12 and Figure 13 According to one example, the removable work surface assembly 60 is shown having an adjustable strip 90 for enabling a user to suspend the removable work surface assembly 60 on a support structure. Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the removable working surface assembly 60 can be advantageously suspended around the headrest of a vehicle seat assembly to present electronics and their displays in a position that allows a user behind the seat to view the displays. The adjustable strap 90 may include a first strap member and a second strap member, which can be connected and sized via, for example, a hook-and-loop connector (e.g., Velcro®). It should be understood that other types of straps and connectors may be used to support the removable working surface assembly 60.

[0063] Therefore, a vehicle center console 30 is advantageously provided, the vehicle center console having: a console cover 40 having an upper hinged connection portion 42 and a lower hinged connection portion 44; and a removable working surface assembly 60, which can be removed and reinstalled within the console cover 40 and presented in various locations within the motor vehicle 10 for use.

[0064] It should be understood that changes and modifications may be made to the foregoing structures without departing from the concept of this disclosure, and it should also be understood that such concepts are intended to be covered by the following claims unless otherwise expressly stated in their language.

[0065] According to the present invention, a vehicle console is provided, the vehicle console having: a housing having sidewalls defining a storage compartment and a top surface, the top surface having an access opening for the storage compartment; and a console cover operably coupled to the housing and configured to cover the top access opening in a closed position, the console cover including: a lower cover portion coupled to the housing; an upper cover portion hingedly connected to the lower cover portion such that the upper cover portion pivots to the top surface of the housing to provide a working surface; and a removable working surface assembly disposed in the console cover, the removable working surface assembly including: a bottom shell configured to receive electronics; and a clamp coupled to the shell to cover the electronics in a closed position, wherein the removable working surface assembly is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover.

[0066] According to one embodiment, the clamp is pivotally connected to the shell.

[0067] According to one embodiment, the clamp is connected to the shell via one or more hinges.

[0068] According to one embodiment, the one or more hinges include a movable hinge.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the clamp provides a working surface on the top surface when it is located in the console cover.

[0070] According to one embodiment, the lower cover portion has an opening to allow access to the storage compartment via the top entry opening.

[0071] According to one embodiment, the housing also includes a wireless charger configured to charge the display device.

[0072] According to one embodiment, the housing further includes an adjustable retainer for holding the display device on the housing.

[0073] According to one embodiment, the clamp also includes a lighting device.

[0074] According to one embodiment, the invention is further characterized by a strip connected to the housing to allow the housing having the display device to be suspended on a support structure.

[0075] According to one embodiment, the electronic device has a display and includes one of a telephone, a tablet computer, and a computer.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the vehicle control console is a vehicle central control console.

[0077] According to the present invention, a vehicle center console is provided, the vehicle center console having: a housing having sidewalls defining a storage compartment and a top surface, the top surface having an access opening for the storage compartment; and a console cover operably coupled to the housing and configured to cover the access opening in a closed position, the console cover including: a lower cover portion coupled to the housing; and an upper cover portion hingedly connected to the lower cover portion such that the upper cover portion pivots to the top surface of the housing. To provide a working surface; and a removable working surface assembly disposed in the console cover, the removable working surface assembly including: a bottom shell configured to receive a display device; and a clamp cover coupled to the shell to cover the display device in a closed position, wherein the removable working surface assembly is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover, wherein the clamp cover is hinged to the shell via one or more hinges, and wherein the clamp cover provides a working surface on the top surface when located in the cover.

[0078] According to one embodiment, the clamp cover is hinged to the shell via a movable hinge.

[0079] According to one embodiment, the housing also includes a wireless charger configured to charge the display device.

[0080] According to one embodiment, the housing further includes an adjustable retainer for holding the display device on the housing.

[0081] According to one embodiment, the clamp also includes a lighting device.

[0082] According to one embodiment, the invention is further characterized by a strip connected to the housing to allow the housing having the display device to be suspended on a support structure.

[0083] According to the present invention, a vehicle console cover is configured to be operably coupled to a vehicle console to cover an access opening to a storage compartment in a closed position. The console cover is provided having: a lower cover portion configured to be coupled to the vehicle console; an upper cover portion hingedly connected to the lower cover portion such that the upper cover portion is configured to pivot onto a top surface of the vehicle console to provide a working surface; and a removable working surface assembly disposed within the console cover, the removable working surface assembly including: a bottom shell configured to receive a display device; and a clamp coupled to the shell to cover the display device in a closed position, wherein the removable working surface assembly is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover.

[0084] According to one embodiment, the clamp is connected to the shell via one or more hinges.

Claims

1. A vehicle control console, comprising: A housing having sidewalls defining a storage compartment and a top surface, the top surface having an access opening for the storage compartment; as well as A console cover, operably coupled to the housing and configured to cover the top access opening in a closed position, the console cover comprising: The lower cover portion is connected to the housing; An upper cover portion, hingedly connected to the lower cover portion, such that the upper cover portion pivots to the top surface of the housing to provide a working surface; and A removable work surface assembly, disposed within the console cover, comprises: A bottom housing, configured to receive electronic devices; and A clamp is attached to the housing to cover the electronics in a closed position, wherein the removable work surface assembly is configured to be retained within and removed from the console cover.

2. The vehicle control console of claim 1, wherein the clamp is pivotally coupled to the housing.

3. The vehicle control console of claim 2, wherein the clamp is connected to the housing via one or more hinges.

4. The vehicle console of claim 3, wherein the one or more hinges include a movable hinge.

5. The vehicle console of claim 1, wherein the clamp provides a working surface on the top surface when located within the console cover.

6. The vehicle console of claim 1, wherein the lower cover portion has an opening to allow access to the storage compartment via the top access opening.

7. The vehicle console of claim 1, wherein the housing further includes a wireless charger configured to charge the display device.

8. The vehicle console of claim 1, wherein the housing further includes an adjustable retainer for holding the display device on the housing.

9. The vehicle control console of claim 1, wherein the clamp further includes a lighting device.

10. The vehicle console of claim 1, further comprising a strip coupled to the housing to allow the housing having the display device to be suspended on a support structure.

11. The vehicle console of claim 1, wherein the electronic device has a display and includes one of a telephone, a tablet computer, and a computer.

12. The vehicle control console according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the vehicle control console is a vehicle central control console.

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