Vehicle comprising a projection system

Abstract

The present application relates to a vehicle comprising a projection system, the projection system (10) being arranged in an opening (103) of a fender (101) of the vehicle (100) for receiving the projection system, the projection system comprising a projection device (1) and a cover plate (2) which can be moved between a closed position and an open position, in which the projection device (1) is arranged in the opening (103) of the fender (101) of the vehicle (100), the cover plate seals the projection device in the opening of the fender; and in the opening position of the cover plate, the projection device can be arranged outside a fender of the vehicle and can project an image onto a vehicle body of the vehicle.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to a vehicle comprising a projection system. BACKGROUND

[0002] Currently, vehicles have more and more diversified use scenarios.

[0003] For example, for a family car, it can be desirable to provide an infotainment activity, such as playing a movie, watching a game, etc., by means of the vehicle when going outdoors, such as camping or picnicking. To this end, some known vehicles comprise a projection device that can be installed on or in the trunk or engine compartment of the vehicle, so that an image can be projected by means of the projection device onto a correspondingly equipped projection screen. A dedicated projection screen must be carried additionally for this purpose, and the user needs to manually hang the projection screen inside or arrange it outside the vehicle when in use.

[0004] In such a solution, on the one hand, there is a risk of forgetting to carry the projection screen and the corresponding mounting, such as a hook, a bracket, etc., resulting in the inability to achieve the desired infotainment activity, and on the other hand, the manual arrangement of the projection screen also affects the convenience of use, which is not conducive to the user experience.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a solution that can address the above problems. SUMMARY

[0006] The task of the present application is to provide a vehicle comprising a projection system, which can overcome at least one of the defects in the prior art.

[0007] The task is solved by a vehicle comprising a projection system according to the present application.

[0008] The present application relates to a vehicle comprising a projection system, wherein the projection system is arranged in an opening of a fender of the vehicle for receiving the projection system, the projection system comprising a projection device and a cover plate, the cover plate being movable between a closed position and an open position, wherein in the closed position of the cover plate, the cover plate encloses the projection device in the opening of the fender, and in the open position of the cover plate, the projection device can be placed outside the fender of the vehicle and can project an image onto the vehicle.

[0009] In the present application, the projection device is directly built into the vehicle, thereby avoiding the inconvenience of separately carrying and connecting the conventional projection device. Through this built-in and integrated design, the projection system can be used at any time, improving the convenience and efficiency of use. In addition, the present application innovatively uses the vehicle body as a projection display surface, and the user does not need to prepare or arrange a separate projection screen, which not only saves the volume and weight occupied by the projection screen and related installation components, but also further optimizes the utilization efficiency of the interior and exterior space of the vehicle. According to the present application, the vehicle itself can realize the projection function, and the user can quickly enable the projection device in various scenarios, such as during outdoor activities, to meet the demand of projecting at any time and anywhere, with good flexibility and practicality.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the present application, the fender is a front fender and / or a rear fender of the vehicle; and / or the projection device can project an image onto a front door panel and / or a rear door panel of the vehicle. The front door panel and the rear door panel of the vehicle can have a large area of relatively flat surface, which can be advantageously used as a projection bearing surface. Here, according to the present application, for example, different projection layouts are provided, for example, the projection device received at the front fender can project an image onto the front door panel; for another example, the projection device received at the rear fender can project an image onto the rear door panel; it is also possible that the projection device received at the front fender can project an image onto the rear door panel; it is also possible that the projection device received at the rear fender can project an image onto the front door panel; it is also possible that the projection device received at the front fender or the rear fender can project an image onto the front door panel and the rear door panel. Without limitation, the projection devices received at the front fender and the rear fender can jointly project an image onto the front door panel and the rear door panel, thereby obtaining a large area of projection display surface, thereby providing an excellent visual experience for the user.

[0011] According to an embodiment of the present application, the cover plate can be flipped outwardly from a closed position to an open position, and the projection device is arranged on the cover plate, preferably on the inner side of the cover plate. In the open position of the cover plate, the cover plate can be at a certain opening angle relative to its closed position, in other words, in the open position of the cover plate, the cover plate can be extended outwardly from the side of the fender. The cover plate can be used as a bracket for the projection device and provide the projection device with the required projection angle and distance for projecting onto the vehicle body. It should be noted that "the cover plate can be flipped outwardly from a closed position to an open position" can be understood as that the cover plate can perform a pivoting movement about a pivot axis. Here, the pivot axis can extend substantially in the vertical direction of the vehicle or substantially in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, so that the cover plate can be "flipped laterally" or "flipped up and down" on the surface of the vehicle body

[0012] According to an embodiment of the application, the cover has an opening angle of 30° to 150°, preferably 60° to 100°, particularly preferably 85° to 95°, for example approximately 90°, relative to the closed position of the cover.

[0013] According to an embodiment of the application, the projection system comprises an adjustment mechanism configured to adjust the position and orientation of the projection device. For example, in case the cover itself is not sufficient to provide a suitable projection angle and distance, the projection device can be additionally positioned in a suitable position by means of the adjustment mechanism. Exemplarily, the adjustment mechanism can be configured as a stand for the projection device, which can comprise a linkage mechanism, a gimbal and / or a goose neck, for example.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the application, the cover is a cover for a charging port or a refueling port of a vehicle. Here, the projection system can be integrated into a charging port assembly or a refueling port assembly of the vehicle, so that the cover can be a cover for a charging port or a refueling port of a vehicle.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the application, the projection system is arranged on the side opposite to the charging port or the refueling port of the vehicle. Here, the projection system can exist independently of the charging port assembly or the refueling port assembly of the vehicle. Generally, the fender region of a vehicle is usually designed with a corresponding opening in order to provide a charging port or a refueling port. During the development and production of a vehicle, left and right fenders with the corresponding openings can have been prefabricated in order to adapt to the requirements of different markets or vehicle models. However, for a specific vehicle model, the charging port or the refueling port is usually only provided on one side of the vehicle, while the fender on the other side with the prefabricated opening is not used. This embodiment of the application makes full use of this feature, by integrating the projection system into the fender on the side opposite to the charging port or the refueling port, the previously unused fender with the prefabricated opening is utilized. This design can directly use the existing production molds and manufacturing processes, without the need to design or produce a special fender assembly for the installation of the projection system, which is advantageous for reducing the manufacturing costs.

[0016] According to an embodiment of the application, the projection system further comprises a housing which cooperates with the cover to define an inner space for accommodating the projection device, the housing is mounted on the fender from the inside, and the housing is aligned with the opening of the fender. The housing can be used to accommodate the projection device on the one hand and to close the opening of the fender on the other hand, so that in the open position of the cover, other interior elements of the vehicle are also obscured by the housing and not visible to the user, thereby providing a neat and aesthetic impression.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the application, the projection device is arranged in the housing. Here, the projection system preferably comprises the aforementioned adjustment mechanism, which is configured to adjust the position and orientation of the projection device. Here, the cover can only serve to open and close the interior space for accommodating the projection device, while the adjustment mechanism serves as a holder for the projection device. When the cover is opened and / or after opening, the position and orientation of the projection device can be adjusted by means of the adjustment mechanism. This adjustment can be realized manually and / or electrically.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the application, the cover is configured as a flip cover, a goose neck, an inner slide, an outer slide, a swivel or a four-bar linkage. A flip cover can be understood as a cover that is pivoted by means of a conventional hinge, which can be flipped open and closed about a fixed axis. A goose neck cover can be, for example, a cover with a curved pivot arm, which is moved by means of the "goose neck" shaped pivot arm when opening. In the open state of the cover, the pivot axis can be obscured by the goose neck shaped pivot arm, giving the impression of being elegant and simple. An inner slide cover can be understood as a cover that can be slid along an internal guide rail to the inside of the fender. An outer slide cover can be understood as a cover that can be slid along an external guide rail to the outside of the fender. A swivel cover can be understood as a cover that can be opened and closed by means of a pivot axis that is substantially perpendicular to the fender. During this process, the cover can always move substantially parallel to the fender. A four-bar linkage cover can be realized by means of a four-bar linkage mechanism.

[0019] According to an embodiment of the application, the projection device can be fixed on the inside of the cover. Here, the projection device can be connected on the inside of the cover by means of form closure, force closure, in particular magnetic force closure, or friction closure, for example. For this purpose, a connection can be provided on the inside of the cover for receiving the cover. The connection can be configured, for example, as a threaded hole, a magnetic attraction, a plug-in connection, an adhesive connection or the like. In particular desirably, the projection device is fixedly connected to the inside of the cover, so that the projection device can move with the cover and be adjusted to the position and orientation for projection. This can simplify the operation of setting up the projection device by the user.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the application, the projection system is signal-connected to the control system of the vehicle. The projection system can be controlled by the control system of the vehicle here to realize functions such as opening and closing of the cover, actuation of the adjustment mechanism, actuation of the projection device or the like.

[0021] According to an embodiment of the application, the projection system is signal connectable with a mobile terminal and / or an external loudspeaker. Here, the projection system can be signal connected with the mobile terminal and / or the external loudspeaker directly or indirectly, for example via a control system of the vehicle. The user can conveniently control the functions of the projection system via the mobile terminal. By means of the signal connection of the projection system with the external loudspeaker, a high-quality audio output can be provided by means of the external loudspeaker.

[0022] Further features of the application result from the drawings and the specific embodiments. All features mentioned in the description and the features combinations mentioned in the description and / or shown alone in the drawings can be used not only in the respective combinations indicated, but also in other combinations, or on their own. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0023] Figures 1 to 3 A vehicle and its projection system according to an embodiment of the application are schematically shown;

[0024] Figure 4 A projection system of a vehicle is shown separately Figure 1 , wherein the cover is in the open position;

[0025] Figure 5 A projection system is shown separately Figure 4 , wherein the cover is in the closed position;

[0026] Figure 6 An exploded view of a projection system is schematically shown Figure 4 ;

[0027] Figure 7 and Figure 8 A vehicle and its projection system according to another embodiment of the application are schematically shown;

[0028] Figure 9 A vehicle and its projection system according to a further embodiment of the application are schematically shown;

[0029] Figure 10 An exemplary use scenario of a projection system is schematically shown, wherein in particular the signal connection of the projection system with other devices is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The application will now be described with reference to the drawing, in which several embodiments of the application are illustrated. It should be understood, however, that the application can be practiced in various ways and that the following description of embodiments is not limiting; indeed, it is to be thoroughly appreciated that all alternative embodiments not specifically described herein are fully contemplated by the inventors. Further, it should be appreciated that embodiments disclosed herein can be combined in a variety of ways to provide additional embodiments.

[0031] It is to be understood that the terminology used in the description herein is for the purpose of describing the particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. All technical and scientific terms used herein are to the same effect as is commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art unless otherwise defined. Well-known functions or constructions can not be described in detail for brevity and / or clarity.

[0032] As used in the description herein, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. As used in the description herein, the language "includes" and "comprising" means "including but not limited to", and is intended to be equivalent to "consisting of, "consisting essentially of, or "consisting of.

[0033] In the description herein, terms of orientation such as "on", "attached to", "connected to", "coupled to", or "in contact with" another element can mean that the element is directly on, attached to, connected to, coupled to, or in contact with the other element, or there can be intervening elements.

[0034] In the description herein, terms of orientation such as "on", "attached to", "connected to", "coupled to", or "in contact with" another element can mean that the element is directly on, attached to, connected to, coupled to, or in contact with the other element, or there can be intervening elements.

[0035] Figures 1 to 3 A vehicle 100 and a projection system 10 thereof according to an embodiment of the application are schematically shown. The projection system 10 is arranged in an opening of a fender 101 of the vehicle 100 for receiving the projection system 10. The projection system 10 comprises a projection device 1 and a cover 2 which is movable between a closed position Figure 3 ) and an open position Figure 1 and Figure 2) between the closed position and the open position. As shown in Figure 3 , in the closed position of the cover 2, the cover 2 encloses the projection device 1 in the opening of the fender 101. As shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2 , in the open position of the cover 2, the projection device 1 is placed outside the fender 101 of the vehicle 100 and can project an image onto the body of the vehicle 100.

[0036] The vehicle 100 can be, for example, an electrically driven vehicle, a hybrid driven vehicle or an internal combustion engine driven vehicle. The vehicle 100 is advantageously a passenger car, such as a sedan, a SUV, an MPV or the like. For these vehicles 100, there is a need to provide an infotainment activity, such as playing a movie, watching a game or the like, by means of the vehicle 100, for example, when being outdoors, such as camping or picnicking.

[0037] The fender 101 of the vehicle 100 is a part of the body of the vehicle 100 which covers the wheels 102 of the vehicle 100 and forms a part of the outer appearance of the vehicle 100. Typically, a fuel filler opening and / or a charging opening of the vehicle 100 can be arranged in the area of one of the fenders (front fender or rear fender) of the vehicle. Similar to the fuel filler opening or the charging opening of the vehicle 100, the projection system 10 can be arranged in the fender 101, in particular in the opening 103 (see Figure 6 ) of the fender 101 for receiving the projection system 10. Exemplarily, Figures 1 to 3 and Figure 9 the embodiments show the projection system 10 arranged in the front fender, while Figure 7 and Figure 8 the embodiments show the projection system 10 arranged in the rear fender.

[0038] The cover 2 of the projection system 10 is movable between a closed position (see, for example, Figure 3 ) and an open position (see, for example, Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). In the closed position of the cover 2, the cover 2 encloses the projection device in the opening 103 of the fender 101, such that the cover 2 forms a part of the outer appearance of the vehicle 100 together with the fender 101. The projection device 1 can be protected from external environmental influences, such as rain and dirt, by means of the cover 2. In the open position of the cover 2, an image can be projected by means of the projection device 1 onto the body of the vehicle 100, in particular onto the front door panel 104 and / or the rear door panel 105 of the vehicle, for example, to provide an infotainment activity required by a user.

[0039] Generally, the projection device 1 can have an imaging module for generating a primary image and a lens module for projecting the image. The imaging module can be configured as a DLP (Digital Light Processing) imaging module, an LCoS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) imaging module, an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) imaging module, or an LBS (Laser Beam Scanning) imaging module, etc. The primary image generated by the imaging module can be accurately projected onto the target surface after being processed by the lens module. The lens module can have functions such as image scaling, focusing adjustment, image correction, etc. Within the scope of the present application, the image projected by the projection device 1 can be a still image (such as a photo, a pattern, a slide show) or a moving image (such as a video, an animation), etc.

[0040] In the vehicle 100 according to the present application, the combination of the built-in design of the projection device 1 and the body projection has significant advantages. On the one hand, by directly integrating the projection device 1 into the vehicle 100, the inconvenience of separately carrying and connecting the projection equipment for traditional vehicles is eliminated. This built-in design enables the projection system 10 to be ready-to-use, improving its convenience and operational efficiency. On the other hand, in the present application, the body of the vehicle 100 is used as a projection bearing surface, so the user does not need to prepare and arrange an independent projection screen, saving the volume space and weight occupied by the additional equipment, making the projection system 10 more compact as a whole, and optimizing the utilization of the interior and exterior space of the vehicle. Thus, the projection function can be quickly and flexibly provided for the user. Whether in outdoor camping, business demonstration, or other temporary projection scenarios, the user can quickly start the projection function to achieve anytime, anywhere use.

[0041] The scheme of the present application takes advantage of the multifunctionality of the vehicle 100 itself, transforming the vehicle 100 from a traditional means of transportation into a comprehensive platform with multiple purposes such as entertainment and work. At the same time, the combination of the built-in projection device 1 and the body projection can also provide high-quality and novel visual experiences, bringing good on-site feelings and interactivity to the user. The technical scheme according to the present application improves the flexibility and environmental adaptability of the projection system 10, which can meet the user's demand for efficient and convenient projection function in different scenarios.

[0042] In the embodiments of Figures 1 to 3 and in the embodiments of Figure 9 , the projection system 10 is arranged in the front fender of the vehicle 100, and in Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 9The projection area 3 of the projection device 1 is schematically shown in the middle. The projection device 1 can project images onto the front door panel 104 of the vehicle 100. While in Figure 7 and Figure 8 embodiments, the projection system 10 is arranged in the rear fender of the vehicle 100 and the projection device 1 can project images onto the rear door panel 105 of the vehicle 100. In further embodiments not shown, the projection area 3 of the projection device 1 can for example span the front door panel 104 and the rear door panel 105, or even in some cases, the projection area 3 of the projection device 1 can extend to the front side window and / or the rear side window and / or the B-pillar of the vehicle 100. Without being limited thereto, the projection devices received at the front fender and the rear fender can jointly project images onto the front door panel and the rear door panel, whereby a large area of the projection display surface can be obtained, thereby providing an excellent visual experience for the user.

[0043] As shown in Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figures 4 to 6 The projection system 10 can further comprise a housing 7. The housing 7 can cooperate with the cover plate 2 to define an inner space for accommodating the projection device 1. The projection device 1 can be located between the housing 7 and the cover plate 2 when the cover plate 2 is closed. The housing 7 can be mounted from the inside on the fender 101 of the vehicle 100 and aligned, in particular completely enclose from the inside, the opening 103 of the fender 101. Thereby, other interior elements of the vehicle 100 can be concealed by the housing 7 even in the open position of the cover plate 2, such that they are not visible to the user. In some embodiments, sealing elements, for example sealing rings, can be provided on the housing 7 and / or the cover plate 2 and / or the fender 101 in order to seal between the housing 7 and the cover plate 2 and / or between the housing 7 and the fender 101 and / or between the cover plate 2 and the fender.

[0044] In the present application, the configuration of the cover plate 2 and the mounting of the projection device 1 can be diverse. For example, similar to the charging port cover plate or the fuel filler port cover plate of the vehicle 100, the cover plate 2 can for example be configured as a flip cover, a goose neck, an inside sliding cover, an outside sliding cover, a rotary cover or a four-bar linkage cover, etc. The cover plate 2 can for example be opened by pressing a pop-up (for example by means of a spring latch), clicking an in-vehicle control button, by means of a remote key, a mobile terminal APP, voice control or a traditional mechanical key, etc. While the mounting of the projection device 1 can be designed to match the configuration of the cover plate 2.

[0045] In some embodiments, the projection device 1 can be fixedly mounted on the inside of the cover 2 and can move together with the cover 2. This is particularly suitable for a cover 2 of the flip type or the goose neck type. The projection device 1 can be mounted on the inside of the cover 2 and be enclosed by the cover 2 in the closed position of the cover 2. When the cover 2 is opened, the cover 2 will take the projection device 1 together from the closed position and turn outward to the open position, and the cover 2 itself mainly provides the projection angle and distance required by the projection device 1 to project onto the vehicle body. Here, the cover 2 can act as a support for the projection device. Accordingly, as shown in Figure 1 、 Figure 8 and Figure 9 , the light exit opening 6 of the projection device 1 can be arranged on the side of the projection device 1 closer to the door of the vehicle 100 in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle in the open position of the cover 2.

[0046] Figures 1 to 9 Various embodiments of the projection system 10 with a goose neck type cover 2 are shown. As can be most clearly seen, Figure 6 In order to achieve the pivotal movement of the cover 2, the projection system 10 can further comprise a pivot shaft 4 and a pivot arm 5. The pivot arm 5 can have a curved shape of the goose neck type. The pivot shaft 4 can be arranged on a fixed member, such as a fender 101; the pivot arm 5 can be rotatably connected to the pivot shaft 4 on one hand and fixedly connected to the cover 2 on the other hand. Unlike the goose neck type cover 2, in the flip type cover 2, the cover 2 can achieve the pivot by means of a conventional hinge.

[0047] In addition, the connection part 21 of the cover 2 and the projection device 1 can also be seen in Figure 6 . The cover 2 can be connected to the projection device 1 in any suitable manner, such as threaded connection, adhesion, magnetic attraction, snap connection, etc.

[0048] It can be understood that for the side opening type cover 2 as shown in Figures 1 to 8 , in the case where the projection system 10 is located on the front fender ( Figures 1 to 6 ), the cover 2 can be designed to be right opening type; in the case where the projection system 10 is located on the rear fender ( Figures 7 to 8 ), the cover 2 can be designed to be left opening type, so that the projection device 1 can smoothly project onto the vehicle body 100 of the vehicle 100. Alternatively, as shown in Figure 9 , the cover 2 can also be designed to be upper opening type or lower opening type. For the upper opening type or lower opening type cover 2, whether it is located on the front fender or the rear fender of the vehicle 100, the projection device 1 can smoothly project onto the vehicle body 100 of the vehicle 100.

[0049] Advantageously, in order to achieve the required projection angle and distance of the projection by the projection device 1 onto the vehicle body, on the one hand, the opening angle of the cover 2, i.e. the angle through which the cover 2 moves from the closed position to the open position, can be selected purposefully, for example, it can be in the range of 30° to 150°, preferably 60° to 100°, particularly preferably 85° to 95°, for example approximately 90°. On the other hand, the light exit opening 6 of the projection device 1 can be arranged, for example, distanced from the pivot axis of the cover 2, so that in the open position of the cover 2, the light exit opening 6 of the projection device 1 can have a greater spacing relative to the vehicle body of the vehicle 100, thereby providing a suitable projection angle.

[0050] Alternatively to the projection device 1 being fixed relative to the cover 2, in some not shown embodiments, the projection system 10 can comprise an adjustment mechanism, which can be arranged, for example, between the cover 2 and the projection device 1, for further adjusting the position and orientation of the projection device 1. The adjustment mechanism can have various configurations, for example, it can comprise a linkage mechanism, a gimbal or a goose neck, etc. In some embodiments, the position and orientation of the projection device 1 can be adjusted manually by the adjustment mechanism, alternatively or additionally, the adjustment mechanism can also be motorized, preferably automatic, which automatically adjusts the position and orientation of the projection device 1, an example of which can be a motorized gimbal.

[0051] In further alternative embodiments, the projection device 1 can not be fixed inside the cover 2, but can be placed in the accommodation housing 7. The cover 2 can then only serve to open and close the interior space for accommodating the projection device 1, thus, the cover 2 can be designed essentially arbitrarily, for example, as a flip cover, a goose neck, an inside sliding cover, an outside sliding cover, a rotary cover or a four-bar linkage cover, etc.

[0052] In order to achieve the required projection angle and distance of the projection device 1 in this case, the projection system 1 can comprise an adjustment mechanism, which can be arranged, for example, between the accommodation housing 7 and the projection device 1 and exist as a stand for the projection device 1, by which the position and orientation of the projection device 1 can be adjusted. In some embodiments, after opening the cover 2, the position and orientation of the projection device 1 can be adjusted manually by the user. Alternatively or additionally, the adjustment mechanism can also be motorized, preferably automatic. The position and orientation of the projection device 1 can be adjusted, for example, by operating a corresponding button or by means of a mobile terminal APP, an example of which can be a motorized gimbal. Advantageously, in some embodiments, the adjustment mechanism can automatically move the projection device 1 to a suitable, for example, predetermined position when and / or after the cover 2 is opened.

[0053] It can be understood that although the case of projection onto a closed door by means of the projection device 1 is shown in the figures, the projection device 1 can also project, for example, onto an open door.

[0054] In some embodiments, the projection system 10 can be integrated into the charging port assembly or fuel filler assembly of the vehicle 100, so that the cover 2 can be a cover for the charging port or fuel filler of the vehicle 100. This is particularly suitable for embodiments where the projection device 1 is disposed on the cover 2. In other embodiments, the projection system 10 can exist independently of the vehicle's charging port assembly or fuel filler assembly. Advantageously, the projection system 10 can be disposed on the side opposite to the charging port or fuel filler of the vehicle 100. For example, if the charging port or fuel filler of the vehicle 100 is located on the left rear fender, the projection system 10 can be located on the right rear fender of the vehicle 100, thereby providing an aesthetically pleasing and symmetrical appearance.

[0055] like Figure 10 As shown, the projection system 10 can be connected to the control system 106 of the vehicle 100. The projection system 10 can interact with, for example, the vehicle's in-vehicle central control screen 107, voice control system 108, remote key 109, or the user's mobile terminal 200 via the control system 106. Alternatively or additionally, the projection system 10 itself can also be directly connected to the user's mobile terminal 200 without going through the vehicle 100's control system 106. Through these interfaces, the user can flexibly control the projection system 10 and its related functions. When using the projection system 10, the opening and closing of the cover 2 can be controlled in various ways, such as by manually pressing the cover 2 or the corresponding button. Furthermore, it can also be controlled, for example, via the mobile terminal 200, remote key 109, in-vehicle central control screen 107, or voice control system 108. If the projection system 10 is equipped with an adjustment mechanism, its operation can also be controlled via the mobile terminal 200, in-vehicle central control screen 107, or voice control system 108. This design can well meet the user's needs for adjusting the angle and position of the projected image.

[0056] The core function of the projection device 1 can also be controlled in various ways, for example, through the in-vehicle central control screen 107 or the mobile terminal 200, in particular, the corresponding APP on the mobile terminal 200, and the user can select, for example, the playing content, adjust the brightness, volume, etc. Advantageously, through the connection with the control system 106 of the vehicle or the connection with the mobile terminal 200, the projection device 1 can obtain diversified projection content, such as online videos of streaming platforms, offline multimedia files stored in the vehicle, radio broadcasts, and digital television signals, etc. In addition, the projection system 10 can also have audio and video interfaces for external devices (such as laptops, game consoles, etc.), such as HDMI, USB-C or wireless connection interfaces, etc. Such audio and video interfaces can be located, for example, on the projection device 1 itself, on the cover plate 2 or the containing housing 7. The user can conveniently select and manage the content source through the in-vehicle central control screen 107 or the mobile terminal APP to create a personalized projection experience.

[0057] In terms of sound output, the projection device 1 can be built-in with a loudspeaker to directly provide audio output, or the projection device 1 can be connected with an external sound box 300, for example, through Bluetooth, to provide high-quality audio output with the help of the external sound box 300, which can further improve the immersion and use experience.

[0058] In addition, in some embodiments, the projection device 1 can be equipped with a picture correction module, which can automatically correct the projection picture according to the position, orientation, and body curvature of the projection device 1, etc. Parameters, so as to avoid picture distortion and provide a clearer visual experience.

[0059] Although the present application has been disclosed with the above preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present application, and any person skilled in the art can make possible changes and modifications to the technical solutions of the present application by using the disclosed methods and technical contents without departing from the spirit and scope of the present application. Therefore, any simple modification, equivalent change and modification made to the above embodiments according to the technical essence of the present application, which does not deviate from the technical solutions of the present application, is within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A vehicle comprising a projection system, characterized in that The projection system (10) is arranged in an opening (103) of a fender (101) of a vehicle (100) for receiving the projection system, the projection system comprising a projection device (1) and a cover plate (2) movable between a closed position and an open position, wherein in the closed position of the cover plate the projection device is enclosed in the opening of the fender, and in the open position of the cover plate the projection device can be placed outside the fender of the vehicle and can project an image onto the vehicle.

2. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fender is a front fender and / or a rear fender of the vehicle; and / or The projection device can project an image onto a front door panel (104) and / or a rear door panel (105) of the vehicle.

3. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover plate can be folded outwardly from the closed position to the open position, and the projection device is arranged on the cover plate.

4. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover plate is a cover plate for a charging port or a fuel filling port of the vehicle, or the projection system is arranged on a side opposite to the charging port or the fuel filling port of the vehicle.

5. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The projection device can be fixed on an inner side of the cover plate, or the projection system comprises an adjusting mechanism configured to adjust the position and orientation of the projection device; and / or the cover plate has a folding angle of 30° to 150° relative to the closed position of the cover plate.

6. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The projection system further comprises a containing housing (7) cooperating with the cover plate to define an inner space for containing the projection device, the containing housing is mounted on the fender from the inner side, and the containing housing is aligned with the opening of the fender.

7. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 6, characterized in that, The projection device is arranged in the containing housing, and the projection system comprises an adjusting mechanism configured to adjust the position and orientation of the projection device.

8. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The cover plate is configured as a flip cover, a goose neck, an inner sliding, an outer sliding, a rotating or a four-bar linkage cover plate.

9. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The projection system is signal connected with a control system (106) of the vehicle.

10. The vehicle comprising a projection system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The projection system can be signal connected with a mobile terminal (200) and / or an external sound box (300).

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