Article placing device for seat unit and seat unit

Abstract

The utility model relates to an object placing device for a seat unit, which comprises an object placing main body and a plurality of objects, and the object placing main body at least comprises a main body bottom and a circumferential wall; the wireless charging module comprises a module top surface and a module bottom surface, and the wireless charging module is movably arranged in the storage main body; and a locking device. The wireless charging module can slide between a lifting position and a pressing position along the axial direction of the storage main body through an acting force manually applied by a user, and in the lifting position, the wireless charging module is lifted to the upper edge of the circumferential wall so as to allow the electronic equipment to be charged; the locking device is provided with a downward pressing position, in which the wireless charging module descends so as to define an accommodating space for placing articles, when the locking device is locked, the wireless charging module is kept in the downward pressing position, and when the locking device is unlocked, the wireless charging module is allowed to slide upwards to the lifting position. In addition, the utility model further relates to a seat unit.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a storage device for a seat unit and the seat unit. Background Art

[0002] As people's living standards improve, demands for greater comfort and more diverse functionality in sofas and chairs are increasing. This is especially true for different usage scenarios, which are driving increasing demands for chair functionality. For example, users want to be able to sit in a chair for extended periods while using their phones or listening to music, even for hours without interruption. Furthermore, users also require space in the chair for miscellaneous items like remote controls and cups.

[0003] To meet these needs, existing seats typically feature charging ports for electronic devices like mobile phones and headphones, and additional storage slots are constructed elsewhere in the seat, such as in the armrests or backrests, to accommodate miscellaneous items. However, these charging ports and storage slots occupy excessive space within the seat. This is particularly disadvantageous in confined spaces, especially for seats used in small rooms or car cabins. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a seat unit with a compact structure and perfect functionality.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a storage device for a seat unit, the storage device comprising: a storage body, the storage body comprising at least a body bottom and a circumferential wall extending upward in a cylindrical shape from the body bottom; a wireless charging module, the wireless charging module being disc-shaped and comprising a module top surface and a module bottom surface, wherein the wireless charging module is movably arranged in the storage body; and a locking device, the locking device comprising a locking tongue and a locking catch acting between the body bottom and the module bottom surface. The wireless charging module can be slid along the axial direction of the storage body between a raised position and a depressed position by a force manually applied by a user. In the raised position, the wireless charging module is raised to the upper edge of the circumferential wall to allow the wireless charging module to be used to charge electronic devices; in the depressed position, the wireless charging module is lowered, thereby defining a storage space for placing items by the wireless charging module and the inner surface of the circumferential wall.

[0006] In the present invention, "force manually applied by the user" refers to the force applied by the user himself without the need for an additional electromechanical actuating mechanism, such as the pulling force, pressure applied by hand pressing or pulling, hydraulic pressure achieved with the aid of an intermediate device, pneumatic or spring force, etc.

[0007] According to the present invention, the wireless charging module performs dual functions of charging and storage by switching between different height positions. This design not only takes up less space within the seat unit but also ensures excellent functionality. Furthermore, the wireless charging module is manually switched between the raised and lowered positions, eliminating the complex connections and additional energy consumption required by electromechanical switching methods and also speeding up the switching process.

[0008] In addition, when the locking device is locked, the wireless charging module is maintained in the depressed position, and when the locking device is unlocked, the wireless charging module is allowed to slide upward to the raised position.

[0009] Preferably, the locking device is configured as a mechanical self-locking switch. The locking tongue is centrally located on the bottom of the storage body, and the locking catch is centrally located on the bottom surface of the wireless charging module. The locking device is locked and unlocked by pressing the wireless charging module.

[0010] In this embodiment, even if the pressing force is not precisely applied to the center of the module top surface of the wireless charging module, it will not hinder the effective locking and unlocking of the lock tongue and the lock buckle.

[0011] The structure of a mechanical self-locking switch is well known. When the self-locking switch is in the unlocked state, that is, when the lock tongue is disengaged from the lock buckle, a single downward pressure can lock the lock tongue in the lock buckle, thereby switching from the unlocked state to the locked state. A further downward pressure can disengage the lock tongue from the lock buckle, thereby switching from the locked state to the unlocked state. In this way, the state of the locking device can be switched with a simple pressing action. This is particularly suitable for limited installation space.

[0012] In some embodiments, the storage device further includes an elastic member, and the elastic restoring force of the elastic member is used to enable the wireless charging module to slide from the depressed position to the raised position.

[0013] Preferably, the elastic member is arranged between the bottom of the main body and the wireless charging module, wherein in the pressed-down position, the elastic member is compressed.

[0014] Preferably, the elastic member is constructed as a conical spring, a cylindrical spring or a tension spring. Of course, elastic bodies such as rubber bands can also be used.

[0015] In some embodiments, the circumferential wall includes a guide member, and the wireless charging module includes a guide adapter. The guide member and the guide adapter cooperate to guide the sliding of the wireless charging module in the storage body in a directionally guided manner.

[0016] Preferably, the guide member is configured as a guide groove formed on the circumferential wall, and the guide adapter is configured as a guide pin on the outer circumferential surface of the wireless charging module.

[0017] In some embodiments, the storage device includes a position detection device, which is configured to detect whether the wireless charging module is in a raised position or a depressed position.

[0018] Preferably, the position detection device is configured to detect position using optical and / or tactile and / or electromagnetic induction methods. Preferably, the position detection device includes a Hall effect switch, which is particularly preferably coupled with a magnet to achieve position detection. Of course, the position detection device may also include other types of position sensors, such as a micro switch.

[0019] In some embodiments, the storage device includes a top cover, which is annularly configured and covers an upper edge of a circumferential wall of the storage body. In the raised position, the top cover constitutes a stop for the wireless charging module.

[0020] Preferably, at least one operating element and / or interface and / or display screen is arranged on the top cover. Alternatively or additionally, at least one operating element and / or interface and / or display screen can also be arranged on the wireless charging module.

[0021] The operating element may be a button for operating the seat unit position change, a button for controlling the multimedia function playback of the seat unit, etc. The interface may be configured as a USB interface or a Type-C interface for charging connection and / or data transmission.

[0022] Preferably, the wireless charging module comprises a light emitting device, which emits light of different colors and / or different brightness according to the charging status in the raised position of the wireless charging module.

[0023] According to the present invention, the wireless charging module is configured to charge electronic devices such as mobile phones, smart watches, tablet computers or headphones.

[0024] In addition, in order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention also provides a seat unit, which includes at least one of the above-mentioned storage devices.

[0025] Preferably, the seating unit is configured as a vehicle seat. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] Figure 1Schematically shows an exploded view of a storage device for a seat unit according to the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 Schematically shown from another angle Figure 1 An exploded view of the storage device shown;

[0029] Figure 3 Schematically shows a side view of the storage device according to the present invention, wherein the wireless charging module is in a raised position; and

[0030] Figure 4 A side view of the storage device according to the present invention is schematically shown, wherein the wireless charging module is in a depressed position. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0032] References herein to "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" refer to specific features, structures, or characteristics that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. In describing the present invention, it should be understood that terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "top," and "bottom" are used to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on those shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely for ease of description and simplification. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and are not to be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features referred to. Thus, a feature designated "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and the like are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequential sequence. It should be understood that such terms are interchangeable where appropriate, such that the embodiments of the present invention described herein can be implemented in an order other than that illustrated or described herein.

[0033] Figure 1 and Figure 2 Exploded views of the storage device for a seat unit according to the present invention are schematically shown at different angles.

[0034] The storage device 1 is configured for a seating unit. Preferably, the seating unit can be a movable chair or sofa placed in a room that can be transformed between various positions, such as a sitting position, a TV position, and / or a reclining position. The seating unit can also be a car seat. Particularly preferably, the seating unit can include one or more storage devices 1. For example, the storage device 1 can be positioned on the armrest or backrest of the seating unit as needed. For a seating unit with multiple seats, the storage device 1 can be positioned on the connecting platform between two adjacent seating areas, such as on the console between the rear seats of a car.

[0035] The storage device 1 includes a storage body 10 , a movable wireless charging module 20 , a locking device 30 , an elastic member 40 and a top cover 50 .

[0036] The storage body 10 is cylindrical and has a circular bottom 12 and a circumferential wall 14 extending upward from the bottom 12. Preferably, the upper edge of the circumferential wall 14 includes a flange 16 protruding radially outward, so that the storage body 10 can be embedded and fixedly installed in the seat unit by means of the flange 16.

[0037] The wireless charging module 20 is disc-shaped and includes a module top surface 22, a module bottom surface 24 and an outer peripheral surface 26 that extend in the circumferential direction and are opposite to each other. The wireless charging module 20 has a cross-section that is substantially adapted to the shape of the bottom of the main body of the storage body 10. In addition, a charging module cable 28 is led out from the module bottom surface 24 of the wireless charging module 20. Correspondingly, a bottom opening 122 is provided on the main body bottom 12 of the storage body 10, and the charging module cable 28 can be guided through the bottom opening 122 to be connected to a power source. The module top surface 22 of the wireless charging module 20 can be equipped with a lighting device, a display screen, and an operating element. In particular, Figure 1 As shown, a lighting device 222 configured as an annular light strip is arranged on the module top surface 22 .

[0038] The top cover 50 is annular in shape. Figure 4 As shown, when the top cover 50 is mounted on the storage body 10 , the top cover 50 completely and circumferentially covers the flange 16 on the upper edge of the circumferential wall 14 of the storage body 10 .

[0039] Through the external force applied by the user, the wireless charging module 20 can be moved along the axial direction x of the storage body 10 as follows: Figure 3 The raised position shown is the same as Figure 4In the raised position, the wireless charging module 20 is raised to the upper edge of the circumferential wall 14 to allow the wireless charging module 20 to be used to charge electronic devices. The electronic device to be charged can be a mobile phone, or an earphone, a smart watch, a tablet computer, or other electronic device. Figure 4 In the depressed position shown, the wireless charging module 20 is significantly lowered than in the raised position. Thus, a larger accommodation space is defined by the wireless charging module 20 and the inner surface of the circumferential wall 14 of the storage body to place items, such as cups, keys, remote controls, sunglasses and other miscellaneous items.

[0040] In order to guide the sliding of the wireless charging module 20 in the storage body 10 in a directionally correct manner, the storage device 1 includes a guide member and a guide adapter member acting between the storage body 10 and the wireless charging module 20. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the guide member is constructed as at least one radially outwardly protruding guide groove 142 formed on the circumferential wall 14 of the storage body 10, and the guide adapter is constructed as at least one guide pin 262 on the outer peripheral surface 26 of the wireless charging module 20, wherein the guide groove 142 extends parallel to the axial direction x, and the guide pin 262 is slidably supported in the guide groove 142. The guide groove 142 extends axially over a portion of the length of the circumferential wall 14 of the storage body 10, wherein the lower end of the guide groove 142 terminates above the bottom 12 of the body, thereby forming a step portion 142a. Alternatively, in the pressed-down position, the step portion 142a can form a stop for the wireless charging module 20. In the example Figure 3 In the raised position shown, the wireless charging module 20 slides upward to the upper edge of the circumferential wall 14, wherein the module top surface 22 of the wireless charging module 20 is flush with the upper surface of the top cover 50, and the guide pin 262 rests with its upper surface on the lower surface of the top cover 50, thereby forming a stop for the wireless charging module 20.

[0041] For example, the locking device 30 is constructed as a self-locking switch in a known manner, which includes: Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a locking tongue 32 is centrally located on the bottom surface 24 of the wireless charging module 20, and a locking catch 34 is centrally located on the bottom 12 of the storage body 12. Repeated pressing can sequentially lock and unlock the locking tongue 32 and the locking catch 34. Of course, in an embodiment not shown, the locking tongue and locking catch can also be arranged in reverse, for example, with the locking catch on the bottom surface 24 of the wireless charging module 20 and the locking tongue on the bottom 12 of the storage body 12.

[0042] exist Figures 1 to 4In the illustrated embodiment, the elastic member 40 is configured as an elastic spring and is disposed between the module bottom surface 24 of the wireless charging module 20 and the main body bottom 12 of the storage body 12 , wherein the lower end of the elastic member 40 is fixedly connected to the main body bottom 12 .

[0043] To detect whether the wireless charging module 20 is in the raised or lowered position, a position detection device 60 is provided on the bottom 12 of the storage body 10. In this embodiment, the position detection device 60 can be configured as a Hall effect switch that cooperates with a magnet. Alternatively, the position detection device can be configured as another position sensor based on optics, electricity, electromagnetic induction, or tactile sensing, such as a micro switch.

[0044] When the user applies pressure on the wireless charging module 20, Figure 4 In the downward position shown, the wireless charging module 20 descends, reducing the distance between its bottom surface 24 and the bottom 12 of the main body, thereby compressing the elastic member 40. Simultaneously, the locking tongue 32 engages the latch 34 and remains locked, thereby retaining the wireless charging module 20 in the downward position. At this point, the wireless charging module 20 and the circumferential wall 14 of the storage body 10 define a storage space. Preferably, the position detection device 60 can generate a signal to disconnect the charging power supply upon detecting the downward position.

[0045] When the user applies pressure on the wireless charging module 20 again, the lock tongue 32 is disengaged from the lock catch 34, that is, the locking device 30 is unlocked. Therefore, when the pressure applied by the user on the wireless charging module 20 is removed, the elastic restoring force of the elastic member 40 pushes the wireless charging module 20 to slide upward along the axial direction x, thereby achieving Figure 3 The wireless charging module 20 is positioned in the raised position shown. At this point, the top surface 22 of the wireless charging module 20 is flush with the upper surface of the top cover 50, forming a flat surface for placing electronic devices for charging. Preferably, the position detection device 60 can send a signal to connect the charging power supply when detecting the raised position.

[0046] The light-emitting device 222 arranged on the top surface 22 of the module can emit light continuously, or it can emit light in different modes under different postures. For example, when the wireless charging module 20 is in the raised position, the light-emitting device 222 can emit light of different colors and / or different brightness according to the charging status to indicate the current charging status to the user; when the wireless charging module 20 is in the depressed position, the light-emitting device 222 only emits light rhythmically as an ambient light according to a preset program, or emits light with constant brightness and unchanged color to achieve a lighting effect.

[0047] The above description fully discloses the specific embodiments of the present invention. It should be noted that any modifications made by persons skilled in the art to the specific embodiments of the present invention do not depart from the scope of the claims of the present invention. Accordingly, the scope of the claims of the present invention is not limited solely to the aforementioned specific embodiments.

Claims

1. A storage device for a seat unit, characterized in that: The storage device comprises: The storage body includes at least a main body bottom and a circumferential wall extending upward from the main body bottom in a cylindrical shape; a wireless charging module, the wireless charging module being disc-shaped and comprising a module top surface and a module bottom surface, wherein the wireless charging module is movably arranged in the storage body; A locking device, comprising a locking tongue and a locking catch acting between the bottom of the main body and the bottom surface of the module, The wireless charging module can slide between a raised position and a depressed position along the axial direction of the storage body by manually applying a force by a user. In the raised position, the wireless charging module is raised to the upper edge of the circumferential wall to allow the electronic device to be charged using the wireless charging module. In the depressed position, the wireless charging module descends, thereby defining a storage space for placing items through the wireless charging module and the inner surface of the circumferential wall. When the locking device is locked, the wireless charging module is maintained in the depressed position. When the locking device is unlocked, the wireless charging module is allowed to slide upward to the raised position.

2. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking device is configured as a mechanical self-locking switch.

3. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking tongue is centrally arranged on the bottom of the main body of the storage body, and the locking buckle is centrally arranged on the bottom surface of the module of the wireless charging module.

4. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking device is locked and unlocked by pressing the wireless charging module.

5. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device further includes an elastic member, and the elastic restoring force of the elastic member is used to enable the wireless charging module to slide from the depressed position to the raised position.

6. The storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The elastic member is arranged between the bottom of the main body and the wireless charging module, wherein in the pressed-down position, the elastic member is compressed.

7. The storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The elastic member is configured as a conical spring, a cylindrical spring or a tension spring.

8. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The circumferential wall includes a guide member, and the wireless charging module includes a guide adapter member. The guide member and the guide adapter member cooperate to guide the sliding of the wireless charging module in the storage body in a directionally guided manner.

9. The storage device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The guide member is configured as a guide groove formed on the circumferential wall, and the guide adapter is configured as a guide pin on the outer circumferential surface of the wireless charging module.

10. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device includes a position detection device, which is configured to detect whether the wireless charging module is in a raised position or a depressed position.

11. The storage device according to claim 10, characterized in that: The position detection device is configured to detect the position optically and / or tactilely and / or electromagnetically.

12. The storage device according to claim 11, characterized in that: The position detection device includes a Hall switch.

13. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device includes a top cover, which is annularly configured and covers the upper edge of the circumferential wall of the storage body. In the raised position, the top cover forms a stop for the wireless charging module.

14. The storage device according to claim 13, characterized in that: At least one operating element and / or interface and / or display is arranged on the cover.

15. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one operating element and / or interface and / or display is arranged on the wireless charging module.

16. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wireless charging module includes a light emitting device, which emits light of different colors and / or different brightness according to a charging state in the raised position of the wireless charging module.

17. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wireless charging module is configured to charge a mobile phone, a smart watch, a tablet computer or an earphone.

18. A seat unit, characterized in that: The seating unit comprises at least one storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 17.

19. The seating unit of claim 18, wherein: The seat unit is designed as a vehicle seat.

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