Automobile central control armrest assembly and automobile

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automobiles, in particular to an automobile center control armrest assembly and an automobile. An automobile central control armrest assembly comprises an armrest panel, an armrest box and a hinge structure, and the armrest panel is hinged to the armrest box through the hinge structure; the hinge structure comprises a lower hinge arranged on the armrest box; the upper hinge is arranged on the armrest panel; the two ends of the rotating pin shaft penetrate through the upper hinge and the lower hinge respectively, the rotating pin shaft is used for hinging the upper hinge and the lower hinge, and the upper hinge can rotate relative to the lower hinge; the damping part is arranged on the rotating pin shaft and is positioned between the upper hinge and the lower hinge; the damping device is used for applying damping force to an upper hinge and a lower hinge in the rotating process of the upper hinge relative to the lower hinge. And the elastic piece is arranged on the rotating pin shaft and is connected with the upper hinge. The utility model provides a pop-up type hovering automobile central control armrest assembly and an automobile.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of automobile technology, and in particular to an automobile central control armrest assembly and an automobile. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of the automotive industry in recent years, people's requirements for cars have been continuously improved. They are no longer limited to traditional car driving performance, but also have higher requirements for the aesthetics, comfort, practicality and convenience of the car cabin. Therefore, in the cockpit interior design and early function definition stage, it is necessary to focus on some components that improve comfort and convenience, such as storage boxes, cup holders, central control armrests, etc.

[0003] The main purpose of the car center console armrest design is to cooperate with the auxiliary instrument panel armrest box to form a convenient space in the cockpit. It provides hand and elbow support for drivers and passengers, increases riding comfort, and effectively relieves the driver's arm fatigue during long-term driving. It reduces the risk of traffic accidents caused by arm numbness, soreness or body stiffness, and ensures driving safety.

[0004] At present, the central control armrests of automobiles are divided into three categories: rear-flip armrests, split armrests and side-flip armrests. Among them, the rear-flip and split armrests are the most commonly used. Split armrests generally need to be automatically unlocked with a locking mechanism. The rear-flip armrests are divided into two types: automatic pop-up type and manual flip type. The automatic pop-up type needs to be unlocked with a locking mechanism, and the armrest is popped open at a fixed angle under the action of the spring structure. The manual flip type can be further divided into non-hovering armrests and hovering armrests. The non-hovering manual flip armrest has only two states: open and closed. The hovering armrest can stay in the middle position of the armrest opening to meet the comfort requirements of the driver and passengers. The hovering function is mainly achieved through a ratchet or friction plate structure.

[0005] However, the above handrail structures all have disadvantages, as follows:

[0006] 1. The pop-up rear-flip armrest will rebound after being opened through the locking mechanism, which affects its use and easily causes abnormal noise.

[0007] 2. The manual rear-folding armrest needs to be manually pulled to open, which is less convenient to use.

[0008] 3. The double-leaf armrests only provide elbow rest for the driver and passengers, and their storage function is poor. Utility Model Content

[0009] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a pop-up and hovering automobile central control armrest assembly and a automobile.

[0010] A central control armrest assembly for an automobile comprises an armrest panel, an armrest box and a hinge structure, wherein the armrest panel is hinged to the armrest box through the hinge structure; the hinge structure comprises:

[0011] A lower hinge is provided on the armrest box;

[0012] an upper hinge, provided on the armrest panel;

[0013] A rotating pin, with two ends respectively passing through the upper hinge and the lower hinge, used for articulating the upper hinge and the lower hinge, and the upper hinge can rotate relative to the lower hinge;

[0014] A damping member is provided on the rotating pin and is located between the upper hinge and the lower hinge; and is used to apply a damping force to the upper hinge and the lower hinge respectively during the rotation of the upper hinge relative to the lower hinge;

[0015] The elastic member is arranged on the rotating pin and connected with the upper hinge.

[0016] In one of the embodiments, a first sound-absorbing member is provided at the connection between the elastic member and the upper hinge.

[0017] In one embodiment, the elastic member is provided with a first support leg, and the first support leg is connected to the upper hinge; the first silencer member includes a first kit, and the first kit is sleeved on the first support leg and abuts against the upper hinge.

[0018] In one embodiment, the elastic member is provided with a second support leg, and the second support leg is connected to the rotating pin / the lower hinge; the first silencer also includes a second kit, and the second kit is mounted on the second support leg and abuts against the rotating pin / the lower hinge.

[0019] In one of the embodiments, the armrest panel includes a lower plate, an upper plate and a flexible layer, wherein the upper plate is disposed on the lower plate; along the height direction, the flexible layer is disposed on the top surface of the upper plate.

[0020] In one embodiment, the flexible layer includes a first layer body and a second layer body, the first layer body is fixedly connected to the upper plate, and the second layer body covers the first layer body and the upper plate.

[0021] In one embodiment, the lower plate is provided with an extension track matched with the upper hinge, the upper hinge is at least partially located in the extension track, and a second silencer is provided between the portion of the upper hinge and the extension track.

[0022] In one of the embodiments, a support sleeve is provided on the rotating pin shaft, and the elastic member is sleeved on the support sleeve.

[0023] In one of the embodiments, a limiting portion is provided on one side of the lower hinge close to the upper hinge and the elastic member, and a limiting sleeve is sleeved on the limiting portion.

[0024] In one of the embodiments, a clamping component is provided on a surface of the armrest panel close to the armrest box for clamping items.

[0025] In one of the embodiments, the clamping component includes a groove and a clamping hook, the groove is recessed from the outside of the armrest panel to the inside of the armrest panel, the clamping hook is arranged in the groove, and there is a clamping gap between the clamping hook part structure and the groove.

[0026] The present application provides a car, comprising the car central control armrest assembly described in any one of the above embodiments.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the automobile central control armrest has the following advantages:

[0028] 1. Elastic parts and damping parts are set, and the two work together to realize that the central control armrest of the car has both automatic pop-up function and hovering function, ensuring convenience of use without abnormal noise.

[0029] 2. It opens automatically without manual opening, which is convenient to use.

[0030] 3. The armrest not only provides a rest for the driver and passengers’ elbows, but also has a large storage function. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or the conventional technology, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the conventional technology descriptions are briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vehicle center console armrest assembly provided for this application.

[0033] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the armrest panel and hinge structure provided for this application.

[0034] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the explosion.

[0035] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the armrest panel popping open in this application.

[0036] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the armrest panel opened to the maximum angle in this application.

[0037] 1. The armrest panel; 11. The lower plate; 111. The extension track; 12. The upper plate; 13. The flexible layer; 131. The first layer; 132. The second layer; 20. The armrest box; 30. The hinge structure; 31. The lower hinge; 311. The first connecting arm; 312. The limiting part; 32. The upper hinge; 321. The second connecting arm; 33. The rotating pin; 331. The supporting sleeve; 332. The nut; 333. The gasket; 34. The damping member; 35. The elastic member; 351. The first supporting leg; 352. The second supporting leg; 36. The first silencer; 361. The first set; 362. The second set; 37. The second silencer; 38. The limiting sleeve; 40. The clamping member; 41. The groove; 42. The clamping hook. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present application more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present application are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without violating the connotation of the present application, so the present application is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0039] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another component, it may be directly on the other component or there may also be a central component. When a component is considered to be "connected to" another component, it may be directly connected to the other component or there may be a central component at the same time. The terms "vertical", "horizontal", "upper", "lower", "left", "right" and similar expressions used in the specification of this application are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only implementation method.

[0040] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In the description of this application, the meaning of "plurality" is at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0041] In the present application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being “above” or “below” a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly in contact with the second feature, or the first feature and the second feature are indirectly in contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, a first feature being “above”, “above” or “above” a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being “below”, “below” or “below” a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0042] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in the specification of this application have the same meaning as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this application belongs. The terms used in the specification of this application are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit this application. The term "and / or" used in the specification of this application includes any and all combinations of one or more related listed items.

[0043] See also Figures 1 to 5 The present application provides a central control armrest assembly for an automobile, including an armrest panel 10, an armrest box 20 and a hinge structure 30. The armrest panel 10 is hinged to the armrest box 20 through the hinge structure 30. Specifically, the hinge structure 30 includes a lower hinge 31, an upper hinge 32, a rotating pin 33, a damping member 34 and an elastic member 35. The lower hinge 31 is arranged on the armrest box 20, and the upper hinge 32 is arranged on the armrest panel 10. The rotating pin 33 is used for the hinge connection between the upper hinge 32 and the lower hinge 31. The two ends of the rotating pin 33 respectively pass through the upper hinge 32 and the lower hinge 31, so that the upper hinge 32 can rotate relative to the lower hinge 31. The damping member 34 is arranged on the rotating pin 33 and is located between the upper hinge 32 and the lower hinge 31. The damping member 34 is used to apply damping force to the upper hinge 32 and the lower hinge 31 respectively during the rotation of the upper hinge 32 relative to the lower hinge 31. The elastic member 35 is disposed on the rotating pin 33 and connected to the upper hinge 32.

[0044] It is understandable that the elastic member 35 is connected to the upper hinge 32, and when the armrest panel 10 is closed, the elastic member 35 is in a compressed state. When the armrest panel 10 needs to be opened, the armrest panel 10 and the armrest box 20 are unlocked (the locking method is the prior art and will not be described in detail), and the upper hinge 32 can automatically flip upward under the action of the elastic member 35, thereby driving the armrest panel 10 to automatically pop open.

[0045] It is understandable that while the armrest is being opened, it can also be suspended at the opened position due to the action of the damping member 34, thus preventing the armrest from rebounding. The combination of the opening and the suspension function can not only ensure the convenience of use for the driver and passengers, but also improve the texture of the armrest when it is opened. The armrest can be opened, suspended, and can store things, which can not only solve the comfort problem of the driver and passengers, but also improve the exquisiteness of the armrest and make it more practical.

[0046] Furthermore, the lower hinge 31 has two first connecting arms 311, through which the connection with the armrest box 20 and the upper hinge 32 is realized. The connecting arms can be connected to the armrest box 20 by screwing, bonding, welding, etc., and screwing is preferably used in this embodiment.

[0047] Furthermore, the upper hinge 32 is also provided with two second connecting arms 321, and the two second connecting arms 321 are located between the two first connecting arms 311. The rotating pin 33 is located between the two second connecting arms 321, that is, one end of the rotating pin 33 passes through one of the first connecting arms 311 and one of the second connecting arms 321, and the other end of the rotating pin 33 passes through the other first connecting arm 311 and the other second connecting arm 321. The overall structure is more stable.

[0048] Exemplarily, the rotating pin 33 is a bolt, and the end of the rotating pin 33 passes through the first connecting arm 311 and the second connecting arm 321 and is then screwed to the nut 332. Preferably, a gasket 333 is further provided between the nut 332 and the first connecting arm 311.

[0049] Furthermore, the damping member 34 and the elastic member 35 mentioned above are both provided in two groups, which are respectively provided at two sides of the rotating pin 33 .

[0050] Exemplarily, the damping member 34 is a damper purchased directly from the market. The damping member 34 is mounted on the rotating pin 33, and the two sides are respectively abutted against the first connecting arm 311 and the second connecting arm 321, thereby generating friction when the upper hinge 32 flips relative to the lower hinge 31, thereby controlling the upper hinge 32 to hover.

[0051] Exemplarily, the elastic member 35 may be a spring, a leaf spring, a coil spring, etc. In this embodiment, a spring is preferably used, which is convenient for being mounted on the rotating pin 33 and providing a more stable structure.

[0052] Preferably, a first silencer 36 is provided at the connection between the elastic member 35 and the upper hinge 32. When the elastic member 35 and the upper hinge 32 are directly matched, the two are prone to abnormal noise during the flipping process of the upper hinge 32. The first silencer 36 can eliminate the abnormal noise, thereby reducing the possibility of noise when the armrest is opened and improving the comfort of use.

[0053] Exemplarily, the first sound-absorbing member 36 can be made of materials such as sponge, felt, rubber, etc. In this embodiment, sponge is preferably used.

[0054] Furthermore, the elastic member 35 is provided with a first leg 351, and the first leg 351 is connected to the upper hinge 32. The first leg 351 is provided so that the elastic member 35 can stably cooperate with the upper hinge 32 even if it is sleeved on the rotating pin 33, so as to ensure that the force of the elastic member 35 is applied to the upper hinge 32, and ensure that the armrest panel 10 is quickly and stably opened.

[0055] Exemplarily, the first silencer 36 includes a first set 361, which is sleeved on the first leg 351 and abuts against the upper hinge 32. The abnormal noise between the first leg 351 and the upper hinge 32 can be eliminated by the first set 361, and the abutment makes it more convenient to install and replace the first set 361.

[0056] Furthermore, the elastic member 35 is provided with a second leg 352, and the second leg 352 is connected to the rotating pin 33. The first leg 351 and the second leg 352 are formed by extending outwards from two ends of the elastic member 35, respectively.

[0057] Exemplarily, the first silencer 36 further includes a second set 362, which is sleeved on the second leg 352 and abuts against the rotating pin 33. The abnormal noise between the second leg 352 and the rotating pin 33 can be eliminated by the second set 362, and the abutting manner makes it more convenient to install and replace the second set 362.

[0058] Of course, the present invention is not limited thereto. In other embodiments, the second leg 352 may also be connected to the lower hinge 31. The two are also arranged to abut against each other. Regardless of whether the second leg 352 is connected to the rotating pin 33 or the lower hinge 31, the elastic member 35 can be deformed when the upper hinge 32 flips, thereby ensuring that the elastic member 35 can apply a force to the upper hinge 32, and ensuring that the upper hinge 32 drives the armrest panel 10 to open smoothly.

[0059] Preferably, a support sleeve 331 is provided on the rotating pin 33, and the elastic member 35 is sleeved on the support sleeve 331. The support sleeve 331 provides support force for the elastic member 35, and the overall structure is more stable. Exemplarily, the support sleeve 331 can be made of plastic.

[0060] In one embodiment, the armrest panel 10 includes a lower plate 11, an upper plate 12 and a flexible layer 13. In the height direction, from top to bottom, the flexible layer 13, the upper plate 12 and the lower plate 11 are arranged in sequence, that is, the upper plate 12 is arranged on the lower plate 11, and the flexible layer 13 is arranged on the top surface of the upper plate 12. The provision of the flexible layer 13 improves the softness of the surface of the armrest panel 10, and improves the comfort of the driver's elbow when placed on the armrest.

[0061] Furthermore, the flexible layer 13 includes a first layer body 131 and a second layer body 132 . The first layer body 131 is fixedly connected to the upper plate 12 , and the second layer body 132 covers the first layer body 131 and the upper plate 12 .

[0062] For example, the first layer 131 is made of materials such as sponge and foam, and the second layer 132 is made of leather materials such as cowhide and PVC leather. The first layer 131 can be fixedly connected to the upper plate 12 by bonding or integral molding.

[0063] Furthermore, the lower plate 11 and the upper plate 12 are detachably connected by means of screws, clamping, etc. The upper hinge 32 is partially located between the lower plate 11 and the upper plate 12, and is connected to the lower plate 11 by screws. The connection area between the upper hinge 32 and the armrest panel 10 is large, and the driving effect is better.

[0064] Preferably, the lower plate 11 is provided with an extension track 111 that matches the upper hinge 32, and the upper hinge 32 is at least partially located in the extension track 111. The extension track 111 extends outward from the side of the lower plate 11 close to the armrest box 20. Two extension tracks 111 are provided, and both extension tracks 111 are provided as hollow structures. When the upper hinge 32 is connected to the lower plate 11, the second connecting arm 321 of the upper hinge 32 can just be placed in the extension track 111, and the second connecting arm 321 is supported by the extension track 111.

[0065] Further, a second muffler 37 is provided between the upper hinge 32 and the extension track 111 in the portion disposed in the extension track 111. That is, a second muffler 37 is provided between the second connecting arm 321 disposed in the extension track 111 and the extension track 111. The second muffler 37 eliminates abnormal noise between the second connecting arm 321 and the extension track 111.

[0066] Exemplarily, the second muffler 37 can be made of sponge, felt, rubber, etc. In this embodiment, felt is preferably used.

[0067] Preferably, a limiting portion 312 is provided on one side of the lower hinge 31 close to the upper hinge 32 and the elastic member 35, and a limiting sleeve 38 is sleeved on the limiting portion 312. The limiting portion 312 is a convex portion directly extended from the upper portion of the first connecting arm 311 of the lower hinge 31. The limiting sleeve 38 can be made of materials such as rubber and sponge, and is firmly sleeved on the limiting portion 312 to further reduce the possibility of abnormal noise.

[0068] like Figure 5As shown, a clamping member 40 is provided on one side of the armrest panel 10 close to the armrest box 20, and the clamping member 40 is used to clamp items. After the armrest is opened, the clamping member 40 can be used to clamp personal items, especially paper items such as bills, which expands the storage space and further improves the practical performance of the armrest.

[0069] Furthermore, the clamping member 40 includes a groove 41 and a clamping hook 42. The groove 41 is provided on the lower plate 11, specifically on the bottom surface of the lower plate 11. The groove 41 is recessed from the outside of the armrest panel 10 to the inside of the armrest panel 10, thereby forming an inwardly recessed groove on the armrest. The clamping hook 42 is provided in the groove 41, and there is a clamping gap between the bent portion of the clamping hook 42 and the groove 41.

[0070] It can be understood that when the armrest panel 10 is opened and flipped to a larger angle, the groove 41 and the clamping hook 42 can be exposed, and then objects such as bills can be inserted into the clamping gap to fix the objects in the groove 41.

[0071] like Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, the armrest panel 10 can be opened at an angle of 10-20°, preferably 15°.

[0072] like Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the maximum angle at which the armrest panel 10 can be opened is 80-90°, preferably 88°, so that it is convenient to place items and clamp items on the back of the armrest panel 10.

[0073] The technical features of the above-described embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above-described embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0074] The above-described embodiments only express several implementation methods of the present application, and the descriptions thereof are relatively specific and detailed, but they cannot be understood as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be pointed out that, for a person of ordinary skill in the art, several variations and improvements can be made without departing from the concept of the present application, and these all belong to the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the scope of patent protection of the present application shall be subject to the attached claims.

Claims

1. A central control armrest assembly for an automobile, comprising an armrest panel (10), an armrest box (20) and a hinge structure (30), wherein the armrest panel (10) is hingedly connected to the armrest box (20) via the hinge structure (30); characterized in that: The hinge structure (30) comprises: A lower hinge (31) is provided on the armrest box (20); An upper hinge (32) is provided on the armrest panel (10); A rotating pin (33), the two ends of which respectively penetrate the upper hinge (32) and the lower hinge (31), and are used for hinge connection between the upper hinge (32) and the lower hinge (31), and the upper hinge (32) can rotate relative to the lower hinge (31); A damping member (34) is provided on the rotating pin (33) and is located between the upper hinge (32) and the lower hinge (31); and is used to apply a damping force to the upper hinge (32) and the lower hinge (31) respectively when the upper hinge (32) rotates relative to the lower hinge (31); The elastic member (35) is arranged on the rotating pin (33) and is connected to the upper hinge (32).

2. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first sound-absorbing member (36) is provided at the connection between the elastic member (35) and the upper hinge (32).

3. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The elastic member (35) is provided with a first support leg (351), and the first support leg (351) is connected to the upper hinge (32); the first silencer (36) comprises a first set (361), and the first set (361) is sleeved on the first support leg (351) and abuts against the upper hinge (32).

4. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The elastic member (35) is provided with a second support leg (352), and the second support leg (352) is connected to the rotating pin (33) / the lower hinge (31); the first silencer (36) further comprises a second set (362), and the second set (362) is sleeved on the second support leg (352) and abuts against the rotating pin (33) / the lower hinge (31).

5. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The armrest panel (10) comprises a lower plate (11), an upper plate (12) and a flexible layer (13), wherein the upper plate (12) is arranged on the lower plate (11); along the height direction, the flexible layer (13) is arranged on the top surface of the upper plate (12).

6. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The flexible layer (13) comprises a first layer body (131) and a second layer body (132), wherein the first layer body (131) is fixedly connected to the upper plate (12), and the second layer body (132) covers the first layer body (131) and the upper plate (12).

7. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The lower plate (11) is provided with an extension track (111) matched with the upper hinge (32); the upper hinge (32) is at least partially located in the extension track (111); and a second silencer (37) is provided between the upper hinge (32) and the extension track (111).

8. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating pin shaft (33) is provided with a support sleeve (331), and the elastic member (35) is sleeved on the support sleeve (331).

9. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limiting portion (312) is provided on one side of the lower hinge (31) close to the upper hinge (32) and the elastic member (35), and a limiting sleeve (38) is sleeved on the limiting portion (312).

10. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A clamping component (40) is provided on a surface of the armrest panel (10) close to the armrest box (20) for clamping articles.

11. The automobile central control armrest assembly according to claim 10, characterized in that: The clamping component (40) comprises a groove (41) and a clamping hook (42); the groove (41) is recessed from the outside of the armrest panel (10) to the inside of the armrest panel (10); the clamping hook (42) is arranged in the groove (41), and a clamping gap exists between a partial structure of the clamping hook (42) and the groove (41).

12. A car, characterized in that: The invention comprises the automobile central control armrest assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 11.

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