Passenger service unit interface device for aircraft cabin

By adopting an L-shaped fixed frame structure and bolted connection in the aircraft cabin, the stability and diversified interface functions of the interface device are enhanced, solving the problems of easy loosening and limited functionality of traditional interface devices, and improving the communication and entertainment experience of passengers.

CN223631798UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-05JINGDEZHEN CHANGHE AVIATION EQUIPMEMT TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423310807.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2025-12-05
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-31

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Technical Problem

Traditional passenger service unit interface devices have a single installation method and a limited number of interface types and quantities, making it difficult to meet the diverse needs of modern passengers. Furthermore, their structural design is inadequate, making them prone to loosening or damage during long-term use.

Method used

The L-shaped mounting bracket structure is designed to secure the interface body to the bracket with bolts. It provides a variety of communication interfaces such as USB, HDMI, and audio interfaces. The structural strength is enhanced by threaded connections and reinforcing ribs to ensure a stable connection.

Benefits of technology

The interface device achieves stability and diverse interface functions during flight, meeting various communication needs of passengers, improving user experience and equipment durability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a passenger service unit interface device for an airplane passenger cabin, which comprises an interface body and a fixing frame, the fixing frame is arranged on the left side wall and the right side wall of the interface body, the fixing frame comprises a fixing frame surface and a fixing frame surface, the fixing frame surface and the fixing frame surface are distributed in an L shape, and the fixing frame surface and the fixing frame surface are arranged on the left side wall and the right side wall of the interface body. A first installation hole is formed in one face of the fixing frame, a second installation hole corresponding to the first installation hole is formed in the connector body, the connector body and one face of the fixing frame are fixed through bolts via the first installation hole and the second installation hole, and positioning holes are formed in the two faces of the fixing frame. The interface body is fixedly connected with a station through the positioning holes in the second face of the fixing frame and bolts, and the side wall of the interface body is provided with a communication interface. By providing diversified communication interfaces, a stable installation mode, enhanced structural strength and convenient identification and use, the satisfaction degree of passengers is greatly improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a passenger service unit interface device, and more particularly to a passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin. Background Technology

[0002] In the aircraft cabin environment, the Passenger Service Unit (PSU) is a crucial interface device for passenger interaction with aircraft systems. With technological advancements and the diversification of passenger needs, the PSU not only needs to provide basic functions such as call and reading light control, but also needs to meet various communication and entertainment needs of passengers during flight. This necessitates that the PSU interface device possess more flexible and diverse interface types to adapt to the connection requirements of different passenger devices.

[0003] Traditional passenger service unit interface devices are typically fixed directly to the cabin wall panels or seats, offering a limited installation method and a limited number and types of interfaces, making it difficult to meet the diverse needs of modern passengers. Furthermore, the structural design of traditional interface devices is often quite simple, lacking sufficient structural strength and stability, making them prone to loosening or damage during long-term use, thus affecting the passenger experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, thereby providing a passenger service unit interface device for aircraft cabins;

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] This utility model provides a passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin.

[0007] The interface includes an interface body and a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is disposed on the left and right side walls of the interface. The mounting bracket includes one mounting bracket side and two mounting bracket sides, which are arranged in an L-shape. A first mounting hole is provided on the mounting bracket side, and a second mounting hole corresponding to the first mounting hole is provided on the interface body. The interface body and the mounting bracket side are fixed together by bolts through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole. Positioning holes are provided on the mounting bracket side, and the interface body is fixedly connected to the workstation by bolts through the positioning holes on the mounting bracket side. A communication interface is provided on the side wall of the interface body.

[0008] Optionally, the communication interface is at least one of a USB interface, an HDMI interface, an audio interface, or a network interface, used to meet the various communication needs of passengers in the aircraft cabin.

[0009] Optionally, the first mounting hole is arranged in several groups, and the first mounting holes in the several groups are arranged at uniform intervals.

[0010] Optionally, the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole are threaded holes, and the bolt is fixedly connected with the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole through threaded connection, thereby enhancing the stability of installation.

[0011] Optionally, the fixed frame is further provided with a reinforcing rib connected between the first face and the second face of the fixed frame, so as to enhance the structural strength of the fixed frame and improve the stability of the entire interface device.

[0012] Optionally, the interface body is further provided with an identification area for marking interface type, rated voltage and current parameter information, so as to facilitate passengers and maintenance personnel to quickly identify and use.

[0013] In summary, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] Through the fixed frame structure, the interface body and the aircraft cabin station are stably connected, the first face of the fixed frame is fixed with the interface body through a bolt, and the second face of the fixed frame is fixedly connected with the aircraft cabin station through the positioning hole, so that the stability of the interface device during flight is ensured, and even if external factors such as bumps or vibrations are encountered, the interface device can also remain firm and not fall off. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0015] Fig. 1 It is a structural schematic view of the utility model.

[0016] Fig. 2 It is a structural plan view of the utility model.

[0017] Fig. 3 It is a structural side view of the utility model.

[0018] Marked with 1-interface body, 2-first face of fixed frame, 3-second face of fixed frame, 4-first mounting hole, 5-positioning hole, 6-communication interface, 7-identification area. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor fall within the protection scope of the utility model.

[0020] Embodiment:

[0021] As Figs. 1-3 shown, the utility model provides a passenger service unit interface device for aircraft passenger cabin,

[0022] Including interface body 1, fixed frame, the fixed frame sets up on the left and right side wall of interface, the fixed frame includes fixed frame one side 2, fixed frame two sides 3, the fixed frame one side 2 with the fixed frame two sides 3 is L type distribution, the first mounting hole 4 is set up on the fixed frame one side 2, the interface body 1 is provided with the second mounting hole corresponding with the first mounting hole 4, the interface body 1 with the fixed frame one side 2 is fixed through bolt via the first mounting hole 4, second mounting hole, the fixed frame two sides 3 is set up with the positioning hole 5, the interface body 1 is fixed connection through bolt with station via the positioning hole 5 on the fixed frame two sides 3, the side wall of interface body 1 is provided with communication interface 6.

[0023] The above-mentioned setting provides stable installation mode for interface body 1, ensures the stability of interface device in the process of aircraft flight, simultaneously, the side wall of interface body 1 is provided with communication interface 6, satisfies the communication demand of passenger.

[0024] Optionally, the communication interface 6 is at least one of a USB interface, an HDMI interface, an audio interface, or a network interface, for satisfying various communication needs of passengers in the aircraft cabin.

[0025] The diversified interface type design allows passengers to select appropriate interfaces for connection according to their device types, satisfies various communication and entertainment needs of passengers in the aircraft cabin, and improves passenger satisfaction.

[0026] Optionally, the first mounting hole 4 is provided in several groups, and the first mounting holes 4 in the several groups are uniformly spaced apart, and the positioning hole 5 is provided in several groups, and the positioning holes 5 in the several groups are uniformly spaced apart.

[0027] Multiple mounting points are provided to enhance the connection stability between the interface device, the fixed frame, and the aircraft cabin station, and the uniform spacing ensures even stress during installation, avoiding deformation or damage of the device due to uneven stress.

[0028] Optionally, the first mounting hole 4 and the second mounting hole are both threaded holes, and the bolt is fixedly connected with the first mounting hole 4 and the second mounting hole through thread cooperation, enhancing the stability of installation.

[0029] The threaded connection provides stronger fastening force, enhances the stability of installation, and the interface device can remain stable without loosening or falling off even if external factors such as bumps or vibrations are encountered during flight.

[0030] Optionally, the fixing frame is further provided with a reinforcing rib connected between the first face 2 and the second face 3 of the fixing frame, for enhancing the structural strength of the fixing frame and improving the stability of the entire interface device.

[0031] The design of the reinforcing rib enhances the structural strength of the fixing frame, improves the stability and durability of the entire interface device, and ensures that the fixing frame remains intact even if subjected to external impact or vibration during long-term use, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the interface device.

[0032] Optionally, the interface body 1 is further provided with an identification area 7 for marking the interface type, rated voltage, and current parameter information, facilitating quick identification and use by passengers and maintenance personnel.

[0033] The identification area 7 facilitates quick identification and use of the interface device by passengers and maintenance personnel, who can select the appropriate interface for connection according to their device type, and quickly understand the technical parameters of the interface device through the identification area 7, thereby facilitating maintenance and repair work.

[0034] The present application provides various types of communication interfaces 6 such as USB interfaces, HDMI interfaces, audio interfaces, and network interfaces, which can cover the mainstream electronic device connection requirements in the current market. Passengers can select the appropriate interface for charging, data transmission, or audio and video output according to their device type, such as mobile phones, tablets, and laptops, thereby greatly improving the communication and entertainment experience during flight.

[0035] Through the fixing frame structure, the interface body 1 is stably connected with the aircraft cabin station, the first face 2 of the fixing frame is fixed with the interface body 1 through bolts, and the second face 3 of the fixing frame is fixedly connected with the aircraft cabin station through the positioning hole 5. The double fixing mode ensures the stability of the interface device during flight, and even if external factors such as bumps or vibrations are encountered, the interface device can remain firmly connected without falling off.

[0036] The reinforcing rib is arranged on the fixing frame and connected between the first face 2 and the second face 3 of the fixing frame, effectively enhancing the structural strength of the fixing frame. The arrangement of the reinforcing rib makes the fixing frame more durable and able to resist external impact and vibration, thereby ensuring that the interface device remains intact during long-term use.

[0037] The application sets an identification area 7 on the interface body 1, which is used for marking the interface type, rated voltage, current parameters and other information, so that passengers and maintenance personnel can quickly identify the interface type and understand the technical parameters of the interface, thereby facilitating connection and use.

[0038] By providing diversified communication interfaces 6, stable installation methods, enhanced structural strength and convenient identification and use, the application greatly improves the satisfaction of passengers, and passengers can enjoy more convenient and stable communication and entertainment services during the flight, thereby improving the evaluation and loyalty of the airline.

[0039] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the application, rather than limit them; although the application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing embodiments can be modified, or some technical features can be replaced equivalently; and these modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the application.

Claims

1. A passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin, characterized in that, comprising an interface body, a fixed frame, the fixed frame is arranged on the left and right side walls of the interface, the fixed frame comprises a fixed frame one side and a fixed frame two sides, the fixed frame one side and the fixed frame two sides are L-shaped, a first mounting hole is formed on the fixed frame one side, a second mounting hole corresponding to the first mounting hole is arranged on the interface body, the interface body and the fixed frame one side are fixed by bolts through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole, a positioning hole is formed on the fixed frame two sides, and the interface body is fixedly connected with the station through the positioning hole on the fixed frame two sides by bolts, and a communication interface is arranged on the side wall of the interface body.

2. The passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, the communication interface is at least one of a USB interface, an HDMI interface, an audio interface or a network interface, which is used to meet the communication needs of passengers in the aircraft cabin.

3. The passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, the first mounting hole is arranged in several groups, and the first mounting holes in the several groups are uniformly spaced, and the positioning hole is arranged in several groups, and the positioning holes in the several groups are uniformly spaced.

4. The passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole are both threaded holes, and the bolt is fixedly connected with the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole through thread cooperation, thereby enhancing the stability of installation.

5. The passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, a reinforcing rib is further arranged on the fixed frame, the reinforcing rib is connected between the fixed frame one side and the fixed frame two sides, which is used to enhance the structural strength of the fixed frame and improve the stability of the entire interface device.

6. The passenger service unit interface device for an aircraft cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, an identification area is further arranged on the interface body, the identification area is used to mark the interface type, rated voltage and current parameter information, which is convenient for passengers and maintenance personnel to quickly identify and use.