Folding storage box for armrest box of motor vehicle

By designing a folding storage box for motor vehicle armrests, and utilizing the linkage of connecting rods and axles, the upper, middle, and lower layers can be flexibly unfolded and retracted, solving the problem of limited storage space in traditional armrest boxes and improving space utilization.

CN223962086UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03李丁涛
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-16
Publication Date
2026-03-03

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Technical Problem

Traditional motor vehicle armrest boxes have limited storage space and a fixed structure, making them difficult to adjust and resulting in low space utilization.

Method used

Design a folding storage box for motor vehicle armrests. Through the linkage of connecting rods and axles, the upper, middle and lower layers can be flexibly unfolded and retracted, increasing storage space.

Benefits of technology

It improves the space utilization of the armrest box, has a simple structure and is easy to operate. The storage space can be flexibly adjusted as needed, avoiding the waste of space caused by simply flipping it over.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a motor vehicle armrest box folding storage box which comprises an upper layer, a middle layer and a lower layer which are sequentially connected from top to bottom, the two ends of the upper layer are connected to the middle layer through first connecting rods, and the two ends of the middle layer are connected to the lower layer through second connecting rods. The space utilization rate of the armrest box is increased, the folding turnover design is adopted, storage distribution of each layer can be clearly known, the upper layer can be independently turned up, the upper layer can also be opened and then lifted upwards, then the middle layer is turned up, and first strip-shaped holes and second strip-shaped holes are formed in the two sides of the upper layer and the middle layer; the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod are linked and matched with each other through shaft rod connection, so that the device can vertically ascend and then horizontally move, and the conditions that front obstacles cannot be crossed due to pure overturning and the storage space is inevitably required to be reduced can be well avoided. The folding storage box is simple in structure, convenient to operate, high in practicability and capable of being used and popularized.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of motor vehicle interior accessories, and in particular to a folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box. Background Technology

[0002] As an important part of the interior, the armrest of a motor vehicle primarily functions to provide elbow support for the driver and passengers. Simultaneously, its interior space is typically designed as storage for small items such as mobile phones, wallets, and keys. However, traditional armrests often have limited storage space and a fixed structure, making them unable to be flexibly adjusted to meet actual needs, resulting in low space utilization. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, in order to solve the problems existing in the technical background, this utility model proposes a folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box. The specific technical solution is as follows:

[0004] A folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest includes an upper layer, a middle layer, and a lower layer connected sequentially from top to bottom. The two ends of the upper layer are connected to the middle layer via first connecting rods, and the two ends of the middle layer are connected to the lower layer via second connecting rods. There are four first connecting rods, symmetrically distributed in pairs at both ends of the upper layer. Two first connecting rods on the same side are connected to a shaft. The two end sidewalls of the upper layer have first strip-shaped holes. The shaft is located at the position of the first strip-shaped hole on the inner wall of the upper layer. The movement of the shaft in the direction of the first strip-shaped hole drives the first connecting rod and the upper layer to move.

[0005] Furthermore, there are four second connecting rods, symmetrically distributed in pairs at both ends of the middle layer. The two second connecting rods on the same side are connected to a shaft. The side walls at both ends of the middle layer have second strip-shaped holes. The shaft is located at the position of the second strip-shaped hole on the inner wall of the middle layer. The shaft moves in the direction of the second strip-shaped hole, thereby driving the second connecting rod and the middle layer to move, so that the middle layer can continue to rise after the upper layer is opened, expanding the storage space.

[0006] Furthermore, the bottom of the upper layer has the same size as the opening above the middle layer. When the upper layer retracts, its bottom is positioned over the opening of the middle layer. The bottom of the middle layer has the same size as the opening above the lower layer. When the middle layer retracts, its bottom is positioned over the opening of the lower layer, allowing the layers to fit together tightly and reducing space waste.

[0007] Furthermore, the width of the shaft is slightly larger than the width of the first and second strip holes to prevent the shaft from coming out of the first and second strip holes.

[0008] The above technical solution has the following beneficial effects:

[0009] This utility model discloses a foldable armrest storage box, increasing the space utilization of the armrest box. The folding and flipping design clearly shows the storage distribution of each layer. The top layer can be flipped up individually, or the top layer can be opened first and then lifted up before flipping up the middle layer. The slotted design on both sides of the top and middle layers, namely the first and second strip-shaped holes, works in conjunction with the first and second connecting rods, supplemented by a shaft connection. This allows for vertical ascent followed by horizontal movement, effectively avoiding situations where simple flipping would prevent the box from overcoming obstacles or unavoidably reducing storage space. This utility model's folding storage box has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and is highly practical, making it suitable for widespread use. Attached Figure Description

[0010] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded structure of a folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box according to this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0011] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded structure of a folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box according to this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0012] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest after it has been retracted, according to this utility model.

[0013] In the diagram: 1-Upper layer; 2-Middle layer; 3-Lower layer; 4-First connecting rod; 5-Second connecting rod; 6-First strip hole; 7-Second strip hole; 8-Shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0014] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0015] Example 1, see Figures 1-3The illustrated folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest includes, from top to bottom, an upper layer 1, a middle layer 2, and a lower layer 3 connected sequentially. The two ends of the upper layer 1 are connected to the middle layer 2 via first connecting rods 4, and the two ends of the middle layer 2 are connected to the lower layer 3 via second connecting rods 5. There are four first connecting rods 4, symmetrically distributed in pairs at both ends of the upper layer 1. Two first connecting rods 4 on the same side are connected to a shaft 8. The side walls at both ends of the upper layer 1 have first strip-shaped holes 6. The shaft 8 is located on the inner wall of the upper layer 1 at the position corresponding to the first strip-shaped hole 6. The shaft 8 moves in the direction of the first strip-shaped hole 6, thereby driving the first connecting rods 4 and the upper layer 1 to move. There are four second connecting rods 5, symmetrically distributed in pairs at both ends of the middle layer 2. Two second connecting rods 5 on the same side are connected to a shaft 8. Second strip holes 7 are opened on the side walls at both ends of the middle layer 2. The shaft 8 is located at the position of the second strip hole 7 on the inner wall of the middle layer 2. The shaft 8 moves in the direction of the second strip hole 7, thereby driving the second connecting rods 5 and the middle layer 2 to move, so that the middle layer 2 can continue to rise after the upper layer 1 is opened, expanding the storage space.

[0016] The bottom of the upper layer 1 has the same size opening as the top of the middle layer 2. When the upper layer 1 is retracted, its bottom is positioned over the opening of the middle layer 2. The bottom of the middle layer 2 has the same size opening as the top of the lower layer 3. When the middle layer 2 is retracted, its bottom is positioned over the opening of the lower layer 3, allowing the layers to fit tightly together and reducing space waste. The width of the shaft 8 is slightly larger than the width of the first strip hole 6 and the second strip hole 7 to prevent the shaft 8 from coming out of the first strip hole 6 and the second strip hole 7.

[0017] In practical use, the operator holds the upper layer 1 and applies uniform downward pressure. The first connecting rods 4 at both ends of the upper layer 1 rotate clockwise downwards, moving the upper layer 1 downwards until it is aligned with the opening above the middle layer 2. The middle layer 2 is retracted in the same way as the upper layer 1. The upper layer 1 and the middle layer 2 can also be moved horizontally along the direction of the first strip hole 6 and the second strip hole 7 to adjust their positions. This storage box achieves flexible unfolding and retraction of the upper layer 1 and the middle layer 2 through the vertical sliding of the first connecting rod 4, the second connecting rod 5, and the shaft 8 within the first strip hole 6 and the second strip hole 7, combined with the linkage design of horizontal movement.

[0018] This utility model discloses a foldable armrest storage box, increasing the space utilization of the armrest box. The folding and flipping design clearly shows the storage distribution of each layer. The top layer 1 can be flipped up individually, or the top layer 1 can be opened and then lifted upwards to flip up the middle layer 2. The upper layer 1 and middle layer 2 have slotted designs on both sides, namely the first strip-shaped hole 6 and the second strip-shaped hole 7, which are linked to the first connecting rod 4 and the second connecting rod 5 by a shaft 8. (See attached image) Figure 2As shown, it can rise vertically first and then move horizontally, effectively avoiding situations where it cannot overcome obstacles due to simple flipping and where storage space inevitably needs to be reduced. This utility model's folding storage box has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and is highly practical, making it suitable for widespread use.

[0019] In other embodiments, the folding storage box may have multiple layers, and the number of connecting rods may be adjusted as needed, all of which are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0020] The basic principles and main features of this utility model have been described above. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are only illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications may be made to this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. All such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of this utility model as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box, characterized in that, The structure comprises an upper layer, a middle layer, and a lower layer connected sequentially from top to bottom. The two ends of the upper layer are connected to the middle layer via first connecting rods, and the two ends of the middle layer are connected to the lower layer via second connecting rods. There are four first connecting rods, symmetrically distributed in pairs at both ends of the upper layer. Two first connecting rods on the same side are connected to a shaft. The upper layer has first strip-shaped holes on its sidewalls at both ends. The shaft is located at the position corresponding to the first strip-shaped hole on the inner wall of the upper layer. The shaft moves in the direction of the first strip-shaped hole, thereby driving the first connecting rods and the upper layer to move.

2. A folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are four second connecting rods, symmetrically distributed in pairs at both ends of the middle layer. The two second connecting rods on the same side are connected to a shaft. The two end side walls of the middle layer have second strip holes. The shaft is located at the position of the second strip hole on the inner wall of the middle layer. The shaft moves in the direction of the second strip hole, thereby driving the second connecting rod and the middle layer to move, so that the middle layer can continue to rise after the upper layer is opened.

3. A folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the upper layer has the same size as the opening above the middle layer. When the upper layer is retracted, the bottom of the upper layer is positioned on the opening of the middle layer. The bottom of the middle layer has the same size as the opening above the lower layer. When the middle layer is retracted, the bottom of the middle layer is positioned on the opening of the lower layer.

4. A folding storage box for a motor vehicle armrest box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The width of the shaft is slightly larger than the width of the first and second slots to prevent the shaft from coming out of the first and second slots.