Folding table plate with hidden auxiliary plate handrails
By concealing the folding tabletop within the sub-armrest, the problems of space occupation and inflexible use in existing technologies are solved, achieving both flexible use and stable placement.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHANGCHUN FAWAY ADIENT AUTOMOTIVE SYST CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-05
AI Technical Summary
Existing folding table designs in car interiors suffer from the problem of taking up extra space and not being flexible enough in terms of usage.
The secondary armrest with a folding design conceals a folding tabletop. The first and second tabletops are connected by hinges and bearings. It is equipped with inserts and hooks. The inserts can be flipped into cup holders, and the hooks can be unfolded for use. The tabletop is hidden in a storage box in the armrest cover. It can be pulled out when in use and pushed back after use.
It provides independent storage space, is flexible in use, and prevents the table from coming off due to sudden braking, keeping it level so as not to affect the placement of items and the operating experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automotive interior technology and relates to a hidden folding table panel in the sub-panel armrest. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, most car interior designs prioritize storage space in the front row, with little actual cargo space. Therefore, there is a need to develop a folding table that can be hidden inside the passenger-side dashboard armrest cover.
[0003] Patent document CN208291050U discloses a utility model patent entitled "A Vehicle-Mounted Folding Table". This patent utilizes multiple rotating structures and gear locking points to set multiple rotatable parts, greatly expanding the usable space of the table. Although this structure increases the usable space, a single table is provided for use in a fixed position, making its usage range inflexible.
[0004] Patent document CN219789985U discloses a utility model patent entitled "A Folding Tabletop with Closeable Storage Gaps." This patent describes a folding tabletop with a closable storage gap. The components are equipped with a pivot structure, and both ends of the covering member are provided with hinged arms. Both hinged arms are hinged to a fixing mechanism through the hinge shaft. Although this increases the usable space, it requires additional storage space, and its usage is relatively fixed, lacking flexibility. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the problems of occupying extra space and not being flexible enough in the scope of use of the existing technology, and to provide a folding table with hidden sub-board armrests.
[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model adopts the following technical solution, which is described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:
[0007] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.
[0008] A folding tabletop with a concealed armrest is disclosed. The tabletop features a folding design and is mainly composed of a first tabletop 1, a second tabletop 2, a hinge 3, and a insert 4. The first tabletop 1 and the second tabletop 2 are connected by the hinge 3 to achieve the folding function.
[0009] The first tabletop 1 has a folding plug-in structure on its side. The plug-in structure consists of a plug plate 4 and a bearing. The plug plate 4 is connected by the bearing to realize the flipping function. When the plug plate 4 is unfolded, a small tabletop can be obtained in the plug-in position.
[0010] Furthermore, by unfolding the folding insert in the tabletop and inserting it into the expansion interface, one can have an independent storage space.
[0011] Furthermore, the folding insert is positioned in a recessed shape, fitting snugly against the tabletop. When unfolded, the recessed area becomes a cup holder.
[0012] Furthermore, the second tabletop 2 is equipped with folding hooks 5 on its side, which are connected by bearings to enable the flipping function.
[0013] Furthermore, two folding hooks 5 are provided.
[0014] Furthermore, the armrest cover 6 is equipped with a table storage box 7. The folding table 8 is hidden in the table storage box 7 on the armrest cover 6. When in use, lift the armrest and pull it gently, and the folding table will be smoothly pulled out from the table storage box 7. After use, gently push the folding table back to its original position. When the armrest is closed, the folding table will sink into the table storage box 7 in the armrest box to prevent the folding table from falling out due to sudden braking.
[0015] Furthermore, the tabletop storage box 7 is provided with limiting pads on the top, sides, and rear.
[0016] Furthermore, the limiting pad is a rubber pad, which serves as a buffer and limiting element.
[0017] Furthermore, based on the shape and structure of the folding tabletop, three limiting pads are set on the top of the tabletop storage box 7, three limiting pads are set on the rear side of the tabletop storage box 7, and two are set on one side and four are set on the other side of the tabletop storage box 7. The principle for setting the number of limiting pads is not to conflict with the folding inserts and hooks, and the folding tabletop can be smoothly pushed back into the tabletop storage box.
[0018] Furthermore, the limiting pads on both sides of the tabletop storage box 7 are provided with arc-shaped protrusions.
[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0020] 1. This utility model meets the needs of daily use, especially for the front driver and passenger seats, which can have independent storage space.
[0021] 2. After assembly, this utility model can maintain a horizontal state and will not affect the placement of items or the user experience due to tabletop wobbling. Attached Figure Description
[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings:
[0023] Figure 1 This is a diagram showing the folding design of the tabletop;
[0024] Figure 2 Create a diagram showing the unfolded design of the tabletop;
[0025] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the unfolded layout of the insert.
[0026] Figure 4 This is a diagram illustrating how to store a folding tabletop.
[0027] Figure 5 This is a diagram illustrating how a folding tabletop can be hidden inside an armrest cover.
[0028] Figure 6 This is an illustration of the limiting pad inside the storage box on the table inside the armrest cover. Figure 1 ;
[0029] Figure 7 This is an illustration of the limiting pad inside the storage box on the table inside the armrest cover. Figure 2 ;
[0030] Figure 8 This is an illustration of the limiting pad inside the storage box on the table inside the armrest cover. Figure 3 ;
[0031] Figure 9 Three-dimensional side limit pads and top limit pads Figure 1 ;
[0032] Figure 10 Three-dimensional side limit pads and top limit pads Figure 2 ;
[0033] Figure 11 A 3D view of the two side limiting pads;
[0034] In the picture:
[0035] 1. First tabletop;
[0036] 2. Second tabletop;
[0037] 3. Hinges;
[0038] 4. Insert plate;
[0039] 5. Hooks;
[0040] 6. Armrest cover;
[0041] 7. Tabletop storage box;
[0042] 8. Folding tabletop;
[0043] 9. Rear limiting pad;
[0044] 10. Side limit pads;
[0045] 11. Top limiting pad. Detailed Implementation
[0046] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The described embodiments are some, but not all, embodiments of this utility model. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model. The embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0047] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0048] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings:
[0049] The structural design of this utility model is as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 The tabletop features a folding design and is mainly composed of a first tabletop 1, a second tabletop 2, a hinge 3, a insert 4, a hook 5, and a bearing. The first tabletop 1 and the second tabletop 2 are connected by the hinge 3 to achieve the folding function.
[0050] The first tabletop 1 has a folding plug-in structure on one side. The plug-in structure consists of a plug plate 4 and a bearing. The plug plate 4 is connected by the bearing to realize the flipping function.
[0051] The second tabletop has two folding hooks 5 on each side, connected by bearings to enable a flip-up function. When the insert plate 4 is unfolded, it can be inserted into the desired position to create a small tabletop suitable for dining or working. The area where the insert plate is placed also serves as a cup holder. The hooks can be unfolded to hang trash bags, etc., combining flexibility and practicality.
[0052] The concealed and usable methods of this utility model are as follows: Figure 5 , Figure 6 The armrest cover 6 is equipped with a table storage box 7. The folding table 8 is cleverly hidden inside the armrest cover 6. When in use, lift the armrest and pull gently, and the folding table can be smoothly pulled out from the table storage box 7. After use, gently push it back into its original position. When the armrest is closed, the table will sink into the table storage box 7 in the armrest box, effectively preventing it from coming out due to sudden braking or other situations.
[0053] like Figure 7 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 The tabletop storage box 7 has limit pads on its top, sides, and rear. These limit pads are rubber pads that serve as cushioning and limiting mechanisms. Based on the shape and structure of the folding tabletop, there are three limit pads on the top of the tabletop storage box 7, three on the rear, two on one side, and four on the other. The limit pads on both sides of the tabletop storage box 7 have rounded protrusions. The number of limit pads is designed to avoid interfering with the folding inserts and hooks, and to ensure that the folding tabletop can be smoothly pushed back into the tabletop storage box.
[0054] like Figure 11 The limiting pads on both sides of the table storage box 7 are provided with protrusions and have a semi-circular cross-section, which can effectively prevent the folding table from coming off due to sudden braking or other situations.
[0055] This utility model is used in conjunction with the expansion interface in the vehicle: unfold the folding insert in the table and insert it into the expansion interface to have an independent storage space to meet daily use needs.
[0056] This invention can be used as a portable tray or temporary storage platform: when resting in the car, snacks, drinks, etc. can be placed directly on it to avoid soiling the seats. Alternatively, it can serve as a temporary platform for storing small items such as mobile phones and keys.
[0057] This invention can be used as a writing tablet or reading stand: it can be rested on the lap or armrest for writing, reading, or as a stand for a tablet computer.
[0058] This invention can be used as a game or entertainment platform: it can be used as a small chess or card table (chess, Go, etc.) when parking and resting. Alternatively, it can be used as a platform for children to place toys, draw, and play small games.
[0059] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this utility model, and within the spirit and principles of this utility model, should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Furthermore, all content not described in detail in this specification belongs to the prior art known to those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests, characterized in that: The tabletop adopts a folding design and is mainly composed of a first tabletop (1), a second tabletop (2), a hinge (3), and a insert (4); the first tabletop (1) and the second tabletop (2) are connected by the hinge (3) to realize the folding function; The first table (1) has a folding plug-in structure on its side. The plug-in structure consists of a plug plate (4) and a bearing. The plug plate (4) is connected by the bearing to achieve the flipping function. After the plug plate (4) is unfolded, a small table can be obtained in the plug-in position.
2. The folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrest as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Unfold the folding panel in the tabletop and insert it into the expansion interface to create a separate storage space.
3. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 1, characterized in that: The folding insert is designed to be recessed, fitting snugly against the tabletop. When unfolded, the recessed area becomes a cup holder.
4. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second tabletop (2) is equipped with folding hooks (5) on its side, which are connected by bearings to achieve the flipping function.
5. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 4, characterized in that: Two folding hooks (5) are provided.
6. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 1, characterized in that: The armrest cover (6) is equipped with a table storage box (7). The folding table (8) is hidden in the table storage box (7) on the armrest cover (6). When in use, lift the armrest and pull it gently, and the folding table will be smoothly pulled out from the table storage box (7). After use, gently push the folding table back to its original position; when the armrest is closed, the folding table will sink into the table storage box (7) in the armrest box to prevent the folding table from coming off due to sudden braking.
7. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 6, characterized in that: Limiting pads are provided on the top, sides and back of the tabletop storage box (7).
8. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 7, characterized in that: The limiting pad is a rubber pad, which serves as a buffer and limiting device.
9. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 7, characterized in that: According to the shape and structure of the folding tabletop, three limiting pads are set on the top of the tabletop storage box (7), three limiting pads are set on the back of the tabletop storage box (7), and two are set on one side and four are set on the other side of the tabletop storage box (7). The principle of setting the number of limiting pads is not to conflict with the folding inserts and hooks, and the folding tabletop can be smoothly pushed back into the tabletop storage box.
10. A folding tabletop with concealed sub-armrests according to claim 9, characterized in that: The tabletop storage box (7) has arc-shaped protrusions on both sides of the limiting pads.
Citation Information
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On -vehicle folding dining -table
CN208291050U
Folding table plate capable of closing storage gap
CN219789985U