Stepless adjustment locomotive cab intermittent seat bed

By combining an electric and hydraulic stepless adjustment system with a leg extension mechanism, the locomotive driver's cab seat bed can be adjusted in multiple angles and heights, solving the problem of the single function of traditional seats and providing flexible reclining facilities to meet the diverse comfort needs of drivers.

CN224145939UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-21ZHUZHOU SIWEI TRACTION SCI & TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHUZHOU SIWEI TRACTION SCI & TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-26
Publication Date
2026-04-21

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Technical Problem

Traditional locomotive driver's cab seats have limited functionality and lack suitable reclining facilities, failing to meet the rest needs of drivers under different work intensities and durations. Furthermore, the adjustment methods are not flexible enough to accommodate drivers of different heights.

Method used

Employing both electric and hydraulic stepless adjustment devices and systems, combined with a leg extension mechanism and locking components, the seat bed offers multi-angle and height adjustments. Equipped with a leg extension mechanism and extension board, it provides a diverse range of comfort experiences.

Benefits of technology

Drivers can adjust their seat posture at any time according to their own needs, reducing muscle fatigue, providing a comfortable experience of switching between sitting and lying down, and improving work and rest efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a stepless adjustment locomotive cab intermittent seat bed, which belongs to the field of locomotive seats and comprises a base and a backrest, the base is connected with the backrest through an electrical stepless adjustment device, and the electrical stepless adjustment device comprises a motor, a sensor and a controller and is used for adjusting the inclination angle between the backrest and the base. A leg telescopic mechanism is arranged at one end of the base, meanwhile, a hydraulic stepless adjusting system used for adjusting the overall height is fixedly installed at the bottom of the base, and a locking assembly used for limiting the telescopic length of the leg telescopic mechanism is installed on one side of the base. A driver can adjust the seat bed to a state most fitting a body curve according to the height, the weight and the body proportion, body pressure can be effectively dispersed in a sitting posture or a lying posture, muscle fatigue and aching pain caused by keeping a single posture for a long time are reduced, switching of the postures can be easily achieved, and the safety of the driver is improved. And diversified comfortable experience is provided for a driver.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of locomotive seats, and more specifically, to a steplessly adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed. Background Technology

[0002] During locomotive operation, drivers are prone to fatigue due to prolonged sitting, which not only affects their work efficiency and concentration but may also pose a potential threat to driving safety.

[0003] Traditional locomotive driver's cab seats have limited functionality, typically offering only basic posture adjustment, which cannot meet the rest needs of drivers under varying work intensity and duration. When drivers need a short break, the lack of suitable reclining facilities forces them to take a short nap in the seat, preventing them from fully stretching out and significantly reducing the quality of their rest.

[0004] Moreover, traditional seat adjustments are often not flexible enough, making it difficult to accommodate drivers of different heights and accurately adapt to different drivers' body sizes and comfort preferences.

[0005] To address this, a steplessly adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to address the problem that the traditional locomotive driver's cab seats have limited functionality, lack suitable reclining facilities, and can only be used for short rests without allowing the body to fully stretch out, resulting in a significant reduction in the quality of rest.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0008] The present invention is as follows: a stepless adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed, comprising a base and a backrest, wherein the base and the backrest are connected by an electrical stepless adjustment device, the electrical stepless adjustment device comprising a motor, a sensor and a controller, for adjusting the tilt angle between the backrest and the base, one end of the base is provided with a leg extension mechanism, and the bottom of the base is fixedly installed with a hydraulic stepless adjustment system for adjusting the overall height, and one side of the base is installed with a locking component for limiting the extension length of the leg extension mechanism.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the leg telescopic mechanism includes a hidden compartment, a first telescopic plate, a second telescopic plate, a connecting spring, and a foot support plate. The hidden compartment is located at the front end of the base. The first telescopic plate is installed inside the hidden compartment and slides inside the hidden compartment. The second telescopic plate slides inside the first telescopic plate. The connecting spring is located inside the compartment where the first and second telescopic plates are connected, and both ends of the connecting spring are fixedly connected to the ends of the first and second telescopic plates. The foot support plate is fixedly installed at one end of the outer side of the second telescopic plate.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the locking assembly includes a rotating main shaft installed on one side of the base, and a baffle is rotatably installed on one outer end of the rotating main shaft, the rotation direction of the baffle being perpendicular to the rotation direction of the baffle.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, an extension plate is installed on the top of the backrest via a guide rail. The extension plate is hidden inside the backrest. Two sets of protective plates are fixedly installed on both sides of the backrest, and the two sets of protective plates are symmetrically installed on both sides of the backrest.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the hydraulic stepless adjustment system consists of a hydraulic pump, a hydraulic cylinder, a control valve, and hydraulic components, and is externally equipped with an extendable protective sleeve.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, a safety belt is fixedly installed on one end of the base near the backrest, and a control rod for controlling the hydraulic stepless adjustment system is provided on one side of the bottom of the base.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the first telescopic plate slides inside the second telescopic plate, the connection between the first telescopic plate and the second telescopic plate is magnetically connected, and the connecting spring is in an extended state under normal conditions.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] 1. The driver can adjust the seat bed to fit the body curves best according to their height, weight and body proportions. Whether sitting or lying down, it can effectively distribute body pressure and reduce muscle fatigue and soreness caused by maintaining a single posture for a long time. It can easily switch between these postures and provide the driver with a variety of comfortable experiences.

[0017] 2. Drivers can make minor adjustments at any time based on their real-time feelings. The operation is usually simple and easy to understand, and drivers can master it without complicated training. Adjustments to the seat bed angle, height, and other aspects can be made using simple knobs or levers, saving operation time and effort. This allows drivers to focus more on work and rest. During work, it serves as a comfortable seat, providing good operational support; during rest, it can quickly transform into a comfortable bed, allowing drivers to fully relax. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the stepless adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed provided by this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 Another structural schematic diagram of the infinitely adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed provided by this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the rotating main shaft and baffle structure of the infinitely adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the second telescopic plate and foot support plate of the infinitely adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed provided by this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the connecting spring structure of the infinitely adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed provided by this utility model.

[0023] The diagram shows: 1. Base; 2. Backrest; 3. Leg extension mechanism; 4. Hydraulic stepless adjustment system; 5. Locking assembly; 301. Hidden compartment; 302. First extension plate; 303. Second extension plate; 304. Connecting spring; 305. Foot support plate; 501. Rotating spindle; 502. Baffle; 6. Extension plate; 7. Protective plate; 8. Protective cover; 9. Seat belt; 10. Control lever. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model.

[0025] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this utility model is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed utility model, but merely to illustrate some embodiments of the utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0026] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0027] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0028] like Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment proposes a stepless adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed, including a base 1 and a backrest 2. The base 1 and the backrest 2 are connected by an electrical stepless adjustment device, which includes a motor, a sensor and a controller, for adjusting the tilt angle between the backrest 2 and the base 1. A leg extension mechanism 3 is provided at one end of the base 1, and a hydraulic stepless adjustment system 4 for adjusting the overall height is fixedly installed at the bottom of the base 1. A locking component 5 for limiting the extension length of the leg extension mechanism 3 is installed on one side of the base 1.

[0029] like Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, in a preferred embodiment, based on the above method, the leg telescopic mechanism 3 further includes a hidden compartment 301, a first telescopic plate 302, a second telescopic plate 303, a connecting spring 304, and a foot support plate 305. The hidden compartment 301 is located at the forward-facing end of the base 1. The first telescopic plate 302 is installed inside the hidden compartment 301 and slides inside the hidden compartment 301. The second telescopic plate 303 slides inside the first telescopic plate 302. The connecting spring 304 is located inside the compartment where the first telescopic plate 302 and the second telescopic plate 303 are connected. At the same time, both ends of the connecting spring 304 are fixedly connected to the ends of the first telescopic plate 302 and the second telescopic plate 303. The foot support plate 305 is fixedly installed on the outer end of the second telescopic plate 303. When the driver is working, the first telescopic plate 302 and the second telescopic plate 303 are fully retracted and located inside the hidden cabin 301. The connecting spring 304 is in a compressed state. The first telescopic plate 302 and the second telescopic plate 303 are connected by magnetic assistance. When the driver needs to rest and sleep, the driver can use the electric stepless adjustment device to recline the base 1 and the backrest 2 to a horizontal position. Then, according to the driver's own height and sleeping posture, the driver can pull out the second telescopic plate 303 and the first telescopic plate 302 through the foot support plate 305 until it fits him. This reduces muscle fatigue and soreness caused by maintaining a single posture for a long time and allows for easy switching between these postures, providing the driver with a diverse and comfortable experience.

[0030] like Figure 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, based on the above method, an extension plate 6 is further installed on the top of the backrest 2 via a guide rail. The extension plate 6 is hidden inside the backrest 2. Two sets of protective plates 7 are fixedly installed on both sides of the backrest 2, and the two sets of protective plates 7 are symmetrically installed on both sides of the backrest 2. When resting, the extension plate 6 can be pulled out and adjusted to the most suitable length. At the same time, the protective plates 7 on both sides block the driver's body from rolling off the seat.

[0031] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, based on the above method, the locking assembly 5 further includes a rotating spindle 501 mounted on one side of the base 1. A baffle 502 is rotatably mounted on one end of the rotating spindle 501, and the rotation direction of the baffle 502 is perpendicular to the rotation direction of the base 1. During operation, the first telescopic plate 302, the second telescopic plate 303, and the foot support plate 305 are hidden inside the base 1. Then, the angle between the rotating spindle 501 and the baffle 502 is adjusted, and the baffle 502 provides auxiliary blocking for the foot support plate 305.

[0032] like Figure 1As shown, in a preferred embodiment, based on the above method, the hydraulic stepless adjustment system 4 is further composed of a hydraulic pump, a hydraulic cylinder, a control valve, and hydraulic components. It is externally equipped with an extendable protective sleeve 8. The hydraulic pump provides pressurized oil, and the flow rate and pressure of the hydraulic oil are adjusted by the control valve to drive the piston of the hydraulic cylinder to move continuously, thereby realizing the stepless adjustment of the object being adjusted.

[0033] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, based on the above method, the first telescopic plate 302 slides inside the second telescopic plate 303, the connection between the first telescopic plate 302 and the second telescopic plate 303 is magnetically connected, and the connecting spring 304 is in an extended state under normal conditions.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, based on the above method, a safety belt 9 is fixedly installed on one end of the base 1 near the backrest 2, and a control lever 10 for controlling the hydraulic stepless adjustment system 4 is provided on one side of the bottom of the base 1. The user changes the opening of the control valve through the control lever 10 to adjust the flow of hydraulic oil, thereby controlling the moving speed and position of the hydraulic cylinder piston.

[0035] Specifically, when the infinitely adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed is in use: when the driver is working, the first telescopic plate 302 and the second telescopic plate 303 are fully retracted and located inside the hidden compartment 301. The connecting spring 304 is in a compressed state. The first telescopic plate 302 and the second telescopic plate 303 are connected by magnetic assistance. The angle between the rotating main shaft 501 and the baffle 502 is adjusted, and the baffle 502 provides auxiliary blocking for the foot support plate 305.

[0036] When the driver needs to rest and sleep, the driver can use the electric stepless adjustment device to recline the base 1 and backrest 2 to a horizontal position. Then, according to the driver's own height and sleeping posture, the driver can pull out the second telescopic plate 303 and the first telescopic plate 302 through the foot support plate 305 until they are suitable for themselves. At the same time, the extension plate 6 is pulled out and adjusted to the most suitable length. Meanwhile, the side protection plates 7 block the driver's sides. The driver can also change the opening of the control valve through the control lever 10 to adjust the flow of hydraulic oil, thereby controlling the movement speed and position of the hydraulic cylinder piston.

[0037] All technical features in this embodiment can be freely combined according to actual needs.

[0038] The above embodiments are preferred implementations of this utility model. In addition, this utility model can also be implemented in other ways. Any obvious substitutions without departing from the concept of this technical solution are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An infinitely adjustable cab intermittent seat bed for locomotive drivers, comprising a base (1) and a backrest (2), characterized in that, The base (1) and the backrest (2) are connected by an electric stepless adjustment device, which includes a motor, a sensor and a controller, for adjusting the tilt angle between the backrest (2) and the base (1). One end of the base (1) is provided with a leg extension mechanism (3), and the bottom of the base (1) is fixedly installed with a hydraulic stepless adjustment system (4) for adjusting the overall height. A locking component (5) for limiting the extension length of the leg extension mechanism (3) is installed on one side of the base (1).

2. An infinitely adjustable, crew room intermittent seat bed for a locomotive as defined in claim 1 wherein, The leg telescopic mechanism (3) includes a hidden compartment (301), a first telescopic plate (302), a second telescopic plate (303), a connecting spring (304), and a foot support plate (305). The hidden compartment (301) is located at the front end of the base (1). The first telescopic plate (302) is installed inside the hidden compartment (301) and slides inside the hidden compartment (301). The second telescopic plate (303) slides inside the first telescopic plate (302). The connecting spring (304) is located inside the compartment where the first telescopic plate (302) and the second telescopic plate (303) are connected. At the same time, both ends of the connecting spring (304) are fixedly connected to the ends of the first telescopic plate (302) and the second telescopic plate (303). The foot support plate (305) is fixedly installed at the outer end of the second telescopic plate (303).

3. An infinitely adjustable, crew room intermittent seat / bed for a locomotive as defined in Claim 1 wherein, The locking assembly (5) includes a rotating spindle (501) mounted on one side of the base (1). A baffle (502) is rotatably mounted on one end of the rotating spindle (501). The rotation direction of the baffle (502) is perpendicular to the rotation direction of the baffle (502).

4. An infinitely adjustable, crew room intermittent seat / bed for a locomotive as defined in Claim 1 wherein, An extension plate (6) is installed on the top of the backrest (2) via a guide rail. The extension plate (6) is hidden inside the backrest (2). Two sets of protective plates (7) are fixedly installed on both sides of the backrest (2). The two sets of protective plates (7) are symmetrically installed on both sides of the backrest (2).

5. The infinitely adjustable locomotive driver's cab intermittent seat bed according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hydraulic stepless adjustment system (4) consists of a hydraulic pump, a hydraulic cylinder, a control valve, and hydraulic components, and is externally fitted with an extendable protective sleeve (8).

6. An infinitely adjustable, crew room intermittent seat / bed for a locomotive as defined in claim 1 wherein, A safety belt (9) is fixedly installed on one end of the base (1) near the backrest (2), and a control rod (10) for controlling the hydraulic stepless adjustment system (4) is provided on one side of the bottom of the base (1).

7. An infinitely adjustable, crew room intermittent seat / bed for a locomotive as defined in claim 2 wherein, The first telescopic plate (302) slides inside the second telescopic plate (303), and the connection between the first telescopic plate (302) and the second telescopic plate (303) is magnetically connected. The connecting spring (304) is in an extended state under normal conditions.