Cover device and receiving device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a cover device and a receiving device, the cover device (10) is provided with a first cover part and a second cover part, each cover part can pivot on a base (11) around a pivot axis between an opening position and a closing position, a first pivot axis (a1) of the first cover part (12a) and a second pivot axis (a2) of the second cover part (12b) are arranged opposite each other with respect to an opening (40) of the base (11), each cover part being loaded into an open position by a loading device (25), the movement of each cover part being damped by a damping device (16). The utility model is characterized in that the two cover parts are directly or indirectly connected to each other by means of a loading device (25) which exerts a force on the two cover parts. The utility model provides a cover device, in which the opening movement of a cover has the characteristic of uniformity.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model first relates to a cover device and a receiving device. Background Technology

[0002] A device for covering a storage compartment is described in DE 20 2017 106 909 U1. The device includes two hinge shafts arranged parallel to each other on the storage compartment. Two cover halves form hinged joints with the storage compartment. Each cover half is pivotable between an open position, in which the storage compartment is released, and in the closed position, the storage compartment is closed by the respective cover half.

[0003] Using coupling units connected to each cover half, the pivoting movement of each cover half between an open and closed position can be synchronized. The coupling unit includes at least one swing rod, with a coupling bar pivotally arranged at each end of the swing rod such that the swing rod and each coupling bar are arranged relative to each other, at least in the closed position, such that an acute angle is formed between the respective coupling bar and the swing rod. A guide groove is provided on each cover half, in which each coupling bar is movably guided with its end opposite the swing rod. Utility Model Content

[0004] The objective of this invention is to provide a cover device with a synchronization mechanism, which has a simple structure and can be manufactured using a small number of parts. Furthermore, the objective of this invention is to provide a cover device with a synchronization mechanism. Additionally, the objective of this invention is to provide a cover device in which the opening movement of the cover has uniform characteristics.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, the task is solved by a cover device having advantageous features.

[0006] The cover device according to this utility model includes a first cover unit having a first cover component and a second cover unit having a second cover component, wherein the first cover component is pivotable on a base about a first pivot axis and the second cover component is pivotable on the base about a second pivot axis between an open position and a closed position, wherein the first pivot axis of the first cover component and the second pivot axis of the second cover component are arranged opposite each other with respect to an opening in the base, wherein the first cover component and the second cover component are loaded into the open position by at least one loading device, characterized in that the first cover component and the second cover component are directly or indirectly connected to each other by the loading device, the loading device applying force to the first cover component and the second cover component.

[0007] The cover device of this utility model has a first cover component and a second cover component, wherein the first cover component is pivotable on the base about a first pivot axis between an open position and a closed position, and the second cover component is pivotable on the base about a second pivot axis between an open position and a closed position, wherein the first pivot axis of the first cover component and the second pivot axis of the second cover component are arranged opposite each other with respect to the opening of the base, wherein at least one of the first cover component and the second cover component is damped by a damping device, characterized in that the first cover component and the second cover component are directly or indirectly connected to each other by a common damping device, the damping device applying force to the first cover component and the second cover component.

[0008] The cover device according to this utility model includes a first cover unit having a first cover component and a second cover unit having a second cover component. Each cover component is individually pivotally hinged to a base between an open position and a closed position. The base is formed, for example, by receiving compartments or frames (each including an opening). Each cover component is pivotally hinged to the base, for example, about the centerline of the opening, on opposite sides of the opening and has a free end region. In the closed position, the free end regions of the cover components are arranged adjacent to each other.

[0009] The cover device includes a first cover component and a second cover component. Each cover component is movable between an open position and a closed position. For example, each cover component is pivotally hinged to opposite sides of a frame and has free end regions, wherein the two free end regions are arranged adjacent to each other in the closed position.

[0010] Each cover component is loaded into the open position by at least one loading device. The opening movements of each cover component are synchronized using a synchronization mechanism.

[0011] Two cover components are connected directly or indirectly to each other via a loading device, which applies force to both cover components. The loading device loads the cover components into an open position. The loading device is a drive mechanism that moves the cover components into the open position. The loading device is also part of a synchronization mechanism. The cover assembly is configured such that the movement of the first and second cover components from the open to the closed position is performed manually, wherein the loading device is tensioned.

[0012] Because the loading device applies force to the two cover components, the forces are balanced. If one cover component leads the other, a larger torque is generated in the lagging cover component due to the connection of the loading device to both cover components, causing it to move faster until the forces are balanced again. This is how synchronization of the cover components is achieved. The adjustability of the spring force necessary for synchronization, as in prior art cover devices, is not required according to this invention.

[0013] The movement of the cover components is damped, for example, by individual damping devices, or alternatively, both cover components are damped by a common damping device connected to both cover components. Due to the damping device, the cover components loaded into the open position by the loading device do not reach the end position quickly, but move more slowly. Using a common damping device for both cover units can reduce costs. Furthermore, an automatic force balancing effect also occurs here.

[0014] The loading device includes, for example, at least one accumulator, in the form of at least one tension spring or at least one compression spring. The spring has two ends, wherein, for example, a first spring end can be connected to a first cover member, and a second spring end can be connected to a second cover member. The spring has maximum pretension, for example, in the closed position. The spring is connected directly to the cover member, for example. Alternatively, the spring is indirectly connected to each cover member, for example. Alternatively, the spring is connected to a drive mechanism respectively assigned to the first and second cover members. Other suitable accumulators are also considered.

[0015] A first end region of the loading device is directly or indirectly connected to a first cover member, and a second end region is directly or indirectly connected to a second cover member. The loading device (e.g., a spring) is, for example, directly fixed to the cover. The cover, for example, has a structure on which the corresponding end region of the loading device can be fixed. Alternatively, the loading device can be indirectly connected to and loaded by the corresponding cover. For example, the loading device is fixed to a part of a transmission mechanism, wherein the corresponding cover member is part of the transmission mechanism.

[0016] The loading device and / or damping device work in conjunction with at least one transmission mechanism, wherein the first cover component and the second cover component are components of the transmission mechanism. The transmission mechanism can influence the forces acting between the loading device and the corresponding cover component and / or between the damping device and the corresponding cover component, and thus affecting the synchronous operation of the cover components.

[0017] For example, a first cover unit includes a first transmission mechanism, and a second cover unit includes a second transmission mechanism, wherein a loading device is connected to the first transmission mechanism and the second transmission mechanism. For example, the first transmission mechanism is arranged between the loading device and the first cover component, and the second transmission mechanism is arranged between the loading device and the second cover component.

[0018] The transmission mechanism is designed, for example, to progressively reduce the load on the cover component during movement from the closed to the open position. Therefore, the lagging cover component receives a greater driving torque than the leading cover component. Furthermore, the transmission mechanism can be configured to account for the effect of the reduced spring force, for example, as the cover component moves from the closed to the open position, in a manner where the spring force decreases as the cover component moves towards the open position. Additionally, the transmission mechanism can, for example, reduce the effect of the cover weight, which generates a counter-torque on the driving torque of the cover component, and this counter-torque decreases during movement from the closed to the open position. Transmission can occur, for example, with the transmission mechanism. For example, multiple functions of the cover device can be associated with the transmission mechanism. For example, the loading device, the damping device, and the cover component can work together with the transmission mechanism.

[0019] The transmission mechanism is, for example, at least partially constructed as a gear transmission mechanism. A gear transmission mechanism ensures that motion is reliably transmitted from one transmission component to another. In each position of the cover component, the transmission components always have a position relatively defined relative to each other. Each cover component can be part of a transmission mechanism. Each cover component may be equipped with a separate transmission mechanism.

[0020] For example, at least one toothed structure of the transmission mechanism is rotatably connected to the teeth of the cover component. As each cover component moves between a closed position and an open position, the toothed element assigned to the corresponding cover component also pivots. In this way, the cover component can be driven towards the open position via the toothed element, and the loading device is tensioned when the cover component is manually moved towards the closed position.

[0021] For example, the loading device is fixed to one lever arm of the lever in the transmission mechanism, wherein the lever arm is positioned such that the torsional torque of the loading device on the lever is greater in the closed position than in the open position. By orienting the lever arm to which the loading device is fixed, the effects of reduced spring force and the weight of the cap can be reduced. For example, a larger driving torque is generated in the multi-arm lever if the radial axis of the lever arm is perpendicular to the force of the loading device compared to an obtuse angle between the radial axis and the force of the loading device. For example, in the closed position, a large driving torque is generated in the multi-arm lever by orienting the lever arm correspondingly relative to the spring force. In this way, for example, a lagging cap component induces a larger torque in the lever than a leading cap component, depending on the rotational position of the lever arm.

[0022] For example, the loading device is fixed to one arm of a multi-arm lever in the first and second transmission mechanisms. Therefore, the driving force of the spring can drive not only the individual cover components but also other elements, such as dampers. The same principle can be used in the damping mechanism as in the loading device. Depending on the rotational position of the lever arm, the lagging cover component induces a lower damping torque in the lever compared to the leading cover.

[0023] For example, a first rod is connected to a first cover component, and a second rod is connected to a second cover component, wherein relative movement of the rods occurs during movement of the cover components between a closed position and an open position, and each rod is, for example, part of a damping device. Each rod is used to transmit the movement of the cover components spaced apart from each other. Each rod may be connected to a drive mechanism of the corresponding cover component or directly to the cover component.

[0024] The relative motion between the first and second rods can be used to drive other components of the cover assembly. Since the motion of the two cover components is transmitted via the first and second rods, for example, a single component that acts on both cover components can be used. Therefore, for example, only one damper can exist for the two cover components, damping the motion of both cover components. Separate dampers for the first and second cover components are not required.

[0025] The movement of the first and second cover components is damped, for example, by a damper. The first and second rods are connected to the damper, such that the relative movement of the rods is damped. For example, the relative movement of the first rod relative to the second rod drives the damper. Consider all suitable dampers, such as rotary dampers or linear dampers.

[0026] For example, one lever includes a first operating mechanism, and the other lever includes a second operating mechanism that interacts with the first operating mechanism, wherein the first and second operating mechanisms interact with a damper of a damping device. For example, the damper is configured as a rotary damper, which includes a rotating shaft with a gear that constitutes the first operating mechanism held on one of the levers. The other lever, for example, has linear teeth as the second operating mechanism, which meshes with the gear.

[0027] For example, the first rod includes a first guiding mechanism, and the second rod includes a second guiding mechanism, wherein the first and second guiding mechanisms work together to guide the rods on top of each other. In this way, each rod does not require a separate guiding mechanism, which can be eliminated. This also ensures the engagement of the rod teeth with the damper. For example, the rods are guided on top of each other in a nested manner. This reduces the installation space required for each rod.

[0028] For example, the first lever is hinged to the lever arm of the multi-arm lever of the first transmission mechanism, and the second lever is hinged to the lever arm of the multi-arm lever of the second transmission mechanism. Relative movement of the levers also occurs when the first cover component moves relative to the second cover component.

[0029] Advantageously, the movement of the first cover component and the second cover component is damped by separate damping devices or by a common damping device, to which the first cover component and the second cover component are connected.

[0030] Advantageously, the loading device includes at least one energy storage device.

[0031] Advantageously, the first end region of the loading device is directly or indirectly fixed to the first cover member, and the second end region is directly or indirectly fixed to the second cover member.

[0032] Advantageously, the loading device and / or damping device work together with at least one transmission mechanism, and the first cover component and the second cover component are components of the transmission mechanism.

[0033] Advantageously, the first cover unit includes a first transmission mechanism, and the second cover unit includes a second transmission mechanism, wherein the loading device is connected to the first transmission mechanism and the second transmission mechanism.

[0034] Advantageously, the first and second transmission mechanisms are at least partially configured as gear transmission mechanisms, wherein at least one tooth structure of the first transmission mechanism meshes with the teeth of the first cover member, and at least one tooth structure of the second transmission mechanism meshes with the teeth of the second cover member.

[0035] Advantageously, the loading device is fixed to the first lever arm of the first lever and the second lever arm of the second lever, and the first lever arm is positioned such that the force acting on the torsional torque of the first lever in the closed position is greater than the force acting on the torsional torque of the first lever in the open position, and the second lever arm is positioned such that the force acting on the torsional torque of the second lever in the closed position is greater than the force acting on the torsional torque of the second lever in the open position.

[0036] Advantageously, the loading device is fixed on the first lever arm of the first lever of the multi-armed first lever and the second lever arm of the second lever of the multi-armed second lever.

[0037] Advantageously, the first rod is directly or indirectly connected to the first cover component, and the second rod is directly or indirectly connected to the second cover component, wherein relative movement of the first rod relative to the second rod occurs during movement of the first cover component and the second cover component between a closed position and an open position, wherein the relative movement manipulates the damping device.

[0038] Advantageously, one of the first and second rods has a first operating mechanism, and the other of the second and first rods has a second operating mechanism, which works in conjunction with the first operating mechanism, wherein the first and second operating mechanisms work in conjunction with the damper of the damping device.

[0039] Advantageously, the first rod includes a first guiding mechanism, and the second rod includes a second guiding mechanism, wherein the first guiding mechanism and the second guiding mechanism work together to guide the first rod and the second rod on each other.

[0040] Advantageously, the first lever is hinged to the third lever arm of the first lever of the multi-arm of the first transmission mechanism, and the second lever is hinged to the fourth lever arm of the second lever of the multi-arm of the second transmission mechanism.

[0041] Advantageously, the at least one energy accumulator is at least one tension spring or at least one compression spring.

[0042] Advantageously, the first and second cover components are each loaded by a loading device, or a common loading device is provided for loading the first and second cover components, the common loading device being connected to the first and second cover components. This invention also relates to a receiving device for a motor vehicle. The receiving device has a storage compartment and a cover device according to this invention. For example, such a receiving device is arranged in the center console of a vehicle. It includes a storage compartment and a cover device for closing the container and, if necessary, serving as an armrest. The cover device has two cover components that are movable between an open position and a closed position. In the open position, the container can be accessed; in the closed position, the container is closed.

[0043] Such storage compartments are well known from prior, known uses. The object of this invention is to provide a storage compartment having a synchronizing mechanism for the movement of a cover component from a closed position to an open position, wherein the synchronizing mechanism is implemented by a simple mechanism, thereby reducing cost and installation expenses.

[0044] The task is accomplished by a receiving device having a storage compartment and a cover device according to the first aspect of the present invention.

[0045] See the explanation of the advantages of the first aspect of this utility model.

[0046] Embodiments of this utility model are described by way of example in the following description of the accompanying drawings. For clarity, even when different embodiments are involved, the same or similar parts, elements, or areas are indicated by the same reference numerals (some with lowercase letters).

[0047] Features described with respect to only one embodiment may also be provided within the scope of this invention in any other embodiment. These modified embodiments—even those not shown in the drawings—are also included in this invention. Attached Figure Description

[0048] All disclosed features are essential to this utility model. The disclosure herein also includes the full disclosure of relevant priority documents (copies of previous applications) and cited publications and described prior art devices, with the aim of incorporating individual or more features from those documents into this application.

[0049] In the attached diagram:

[0050] Figure 1 A perspective view showing the cover device in the closed position (state);

[0051] Figure 2 Showing according to Figure 1 A perspective view of the cover device in the open position;

[0052] Figure 3 A front view of the cover device in the open position is shown;

[0053] Figure 4 Showing a rear view of the cover assembly in the open position;

[0054] Figure 5 Showing according to Figure 4 A sectional view of section line EE in the diagram;

[0055] Figure 6 Showing according to Figure 4 A sectional view of section line AA in the diagram;

[0056] Figure 7 Showing according to Figure 6 A sectional view of section line DD in the diagram;

[0057] Figure 8 Showing according to Figure 6 A sectional view of section line FF in the diagram;

[0058] Figure 9 Showing according to Figure 6 A sectional view of section line CC in the diagram;

[0059] Figure 10 Showing according to Figure 6 A sectional view of section line GG in the middle;

[0060] Figure 11a Showing based on Figure 9 A cross-sectional view showing that the cover component has moved 45° toward the closed position;

[0061] Figure 11b Showing according to Figure 11a A cross-sectional view showing the lever arm of the loading device that is effective in generating torsional torque;

[0062] Figure 11c Showing according to Figure 11a A cross-sectional view showing the lever arm of the damping device that is effective in generating torsional torque;

[0063] Figure 12 A cross-sectional view based on Figure 11 is shown, in which the two cover components have moved 45° toward the closed position;

[0064] Figure 13 Showing based on Figure 12 A cross-sectional view showing the left cover component in the closed position and the right cover component remaining in the position according to... Figure 12 The 45° position;

[0065] Figure 14 Showing based on Figure 13 A sectional view showing two cover components arranged in the closed position;

[0066] Figure 15 Show Figures 1 to 14 The image shown is a cross-sectional view of a cover device that serves as a cover for a storage compartment in a vehicle. Detailed Implementation

[0067] The cover device as a whole is indicated by reference numeral 10 in the figure.

[0068] The following figures illustrate an embodiment of the cover device according to the present invention as a schematic model. The dimensions of the components do not necessarily correspond to the dimensions of a cover device for, for example, a storage compartment in a motor vehicle. The cover device 10 includes a base 11, which may be formed, for example, by a frame or a storage compartment.

[0069] The cover device 10 includes a first cover component 12a and a second cover component 12b. Cover components 12a and 12b are located in... Figure 1 The closing position shown and Figure 2 The shown open positions are pivotally held on the base 11. In the open position, for example, access is possible only at... Figure 15 The storage compartment is shown below the cover assembly. Cover component 12a is pivotable about pivot axis a1, and cover component 12b is pivotable about pivot axis a2. In this example, pivot axes a1 and a2 are parallel to each other.

[0070] Each cover component 12a and 12b has an end region 13 near the pivot axis and a free end region 14. According to... Figure 1 In the closed position, the free end regions 14 of the cover members 12a and 12b are arranged directly adjacent to each other, forming a gap 15 therebetween, or alternatively, they contact each other in an overlapping manner. In the open position, the plane E formed by the cover members 12a and 12b is arranged, for example, generally vertically (see...). Figure 2 ), that is, it extends along the direction z1 / z2.

[0071] The movement of cover components 12a and 12b from the closed position to the open position is synchronized by the loading device 17. The movement of cover components 12a and 12b from the closed position to the open position and from the open position to the closed position is damped by the damping device 16. Alternatively, for example, the damping device 16 may only dampen the movement to the open position.

[0072] Two cover components 12a and 12b are connected to the damping device 16 and the loading device 17. In this embodiment, a transmission mechanism 18a is constructed for cover component 12a and a transmission mechanism 18b is constructed for cover component 12b. In this example, the damping device 16 and the loading device 17 act on cover component 12a via transmission mechanism 18a and on cover component 18b via transmission mechanism 18b. According to alternative embodiments, separate transmission mechanisms can be constructed for the damping device 16 and the loading device 17 for each cover component 12a and 12b, or the devices 16 and 17 can act directly with cover components 12a and 12b. In the cases described later, for example, transmission mechanisms 18a and 18b are not present.

[0073] In this embodiment, each cover component 12a and 12b has an integrally formed gear-shaped structure, hereinafter referred to as gear 19. Gear 19 is fixedly connected to each cover component 12a or 12b. Alternatively, a separate gear may be rotatably connected to each cover component 12a and 12b. Instead of a gear or tooth structure, according to alternative embodiments, for example, only a portion of the round teeth may be constructed. Each cover component 12a and 12b is supported by its support shaft 20 on a support structure 21 disposed on a base 11.

[0074] Each transmission mechanism 18a and 18b also has multi-arm levers 22a and 22b, which are pivotally supported on the base 11. Support structures 31a and 31b are provided for this purpose. Lever 22a of transmission mechanism 18a has a pivot axis (pivot axis) a3, and lever 22b of transmission mechanism 18b has a pivot axis (pivot axis) a4. Each lever 22a and 22b has a toothed lever arm 26 configured to mesh with the teeth of the gear 19 of the corresponding transmission mechanism 18a or 18b. A suitable gear ratio can be selected for the meshing of the gear 19 and the lever arm 26.

[0075] from Figure 3As can be seen, each lever 22a and 22b includes a lever arm 23. A first end region 24a of the loading device 17 is fixed to the lever arm 23 of lever 22a, and a second end region 24a of the loading device 17 is fixed to the lever arm 23 of lever 22b. The loading device has an accumulator in the form of a spring 25, which in this example is a tension spring 25. The loading device 17 applies tension to each cover unit through its connection with the transmission mechanisms 18a and 18b in this embodiment. According to an alternative embodiment, the loading device 17 may, for example, be directly fixed to the cover components 12a and 12b.

[0076] In this embodiment, the damping device 16 works in conjunction with the two cover units and applies the same force to both cover units. In this embodiment, the damping device 16 is connected to transmission mechanisms 18a and 18b. It has a first rod 27a and a second rod 27b, wherein rod 27a forms a pivot joint with the lever arm 36 of lever 22a having a pivot axis (pivot axis) a5, and rod 27b forms a pivot joint with the lever arm 36 of lever 22b having a pivot axis (pivot axis) a6. Rods 27a and 27b are guided on each other by a guide element 33. In this example, the guide element 33 is connected to rod 27a and at least partially surrounds the engaging rod 27b. Here, the guide element 33 of rod 27a and the face of rod 27 are the first and second guiding mechanisms in the sense of this invention.

[0077] When the cover component 12b moves in direction o, the lever 22b moves in direction u1, and the rod 27b moves in direction x2. When the cover component 12b moves in direction p, the lever 22b moves in direction u2, and the rod 27b moves in direction x1. If the cover component 12a moves in direction o, and the lever 22a moves in direction v1, then the rod 27a is displaced in direction x1. Pivoting of the cover component 12a in direction p causes the lever 22a to move in direction v2 and the rod 27a to be displaced in direction x2.

[0078] The damper 28 of the damping device 16 is movably connected to the rod 27a, and the rack 29 of the damping device 16 is movably connected to the rod 27b. In this example, the damper 28 is configured as a rotary damper. The damper 28 includes a shaft and a gear 30 rotatably connected to the shaft, which meshes with the rack 29. In the sense of this invention, the gear 30 constitutes a first operating mechanism, and the rack 29 constitutes a second operating mechanism. Therefore, the relative movement of the racks 27a and 27b is damped, whether both racks 27a and 27b move, or only one rack 27a and 27b moves. Alternatively, other suitable dampers can be used instead of the rotary damper.

[0079] according to Figure 3 and Figure 4In the open position, lever arm 23 is oriented such that the force of spring 25 has a smaller effect on the torsional torque in levers 22a and 22b than in the closed position. The radial axis 37 of lever 23 has an obtuse angle, for example, between 135° and 180°. Furthermore, because the spring connections 32 of levers 22a and 22b are positioned closer to each other than in the closed position, spring 25 is under less tension in the open position.

[0080] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 It should be noted that the pivoting movement of cover parts 12a and 12b in the pivoting direction p is limited by a stop (not shown). It can be seen that the free end regions 14 of cover parts 12a and 12b have the greatest distance between them in the open position, thus allowing access to a storage compartment (not shown) arranged between the cover parts. In the pivoting direction o, the movement of cover parts 12a and 12b is limited by a stop of interlocking mechanism 34, by which the two cover parts 12a and 12b can be interlocked (latched) in the closed position. Interlocking mechanism 34 can be moved between the interlocked position and the released position by operating mechanism 35. When cover parts 12a and 12b move, each cover part individually locks in the closed position.

[0081] according to Figure 5 A cross-section of the entire cover assembly 10 is shown, with cover components 12a and 12b in the open position.

[0082] Figure 6 A vertical cross-sectional view of the cover device 10 in the open position of the cover components 12a and 12b is shown.

[0083] Figure 7 A cross-sectional view along rod 27a is shown. It can be seen that a guide mechanism is integrally formed according to this embodiment. Figure 8 It can be seen that the distance l1 of the spring connection 32 in the open position of the cover components 12a and 12b is smaller than the distance l2 in the closed position of the cover components 12a and 12b (see...). Figure 14 ).

[0084] according to Figure 9 All lever arms 23, 26, and 36 of levers 22a and 22b can be seen. The engagement of the teeth of lever arm 26 with the teeth 19 of the cover is also visible. The length q of lever arm 23 from the pivot axis a3 to the spring connection 32 plays a decisive role in the torque generated by the spring force of spring 25 in levers 22a and 22b. In all positions of cover parts 12a and 12b, the same spring force always acts on levers 22a and 22b. However, depending on the rotational position of lever arm 23, different components of the spring force have an effect on the torque generated in levers 22a or 22b. For example, in accordance with Figure 9 In the open position, a smaller portion of the spring force of spring 25 acts in the rotational direction, while a larger portion of the spring force acts in the axial direction of lever arm 23 about the radial axis 37.

[0085] exist Figure 10 In the diagram, levers 22a and 22b are cut to reveal pivotable supports on support structure 31 and hinged supports of rods 27a and 27b on lever arms 36 of levers 22a and 22b via pivot joints G5 and G6.

[0086] Figure 11a Showing according to Figure 9 The view shows the left cover component 12b between the open and closed positions, while the cover component 12a remains in the open position. It can be seen that the cover component 12b lags behind the cover component 12a in entering the open position when moving in the direction p. The torque acting on the lever 22b in the direction of the open position, according to Figure 11, is greater than the torque acting on the lever 22a because the spring force component acting in the direction of rotation is greater than the spring force component in the lever 22a.

[0087] Figure 11b The diagram shows imaginary, functioning lever arms 41a and 41b of lever arm 23, whose spring force, perpendicular to spring 25, acts on spring connection 32. Figure 11b As can be clearly seen, the working lever arm of lever 18b is greater than the working lever arm of lever 18a due to the spring force (which is the same in both levers 18a and 18b). The synchronizing action of the cover mechanism thus becomes clear. If one of the cover components 12a or 12b leads in the opening direction, a larger torsional torque is applied in the lagging lever 22a or 22b, resulting in a larger force applied to the corresponding cover component 12a or 12b in the opening direction until the cover position is balanced.

[0088] Figure 11c The diagram shows the hypothetical active lever arms 42a and 42b of lever arm 36, which are crucial for the forces acting on rods 27a and 27b, and thus on damper 28. It can be seen that the active lever arm of lever 22b is smaller than that of lever 22a. Therefore, the stopping force generated by damper 16 in lever 22b results in a smaller stopping torque in lever 22b than in lever 22a. The torque that cancels out the torque caused by the spring force is called the stopping torque.

[0089] according to Figure 12The two cover components 12a and 12b are approximately at a 45° position (between the open and closed positions). The torsional torque in levers 22a and 22b in the open position direction is the same magnitude. Therefore, the same torsional torque in the open direction acts on the two cover components 12a and 12b.

[0090] Figure 13 The diagram shows the positions of cover component 12b in the closed position and cover component 12a arranged at 45°. The lever arm 23 of lever 22b has a rotating position (inward) in which almost all of the spring force acts as a torque in the direction of rotation toward the open position. The spring force component acting as a torsional torque in the direction of rotation toward the open position is smaller due to the position of lever 22a. If cover component 12b is thus released from its interlock, the higher torque in lever 22b causes cover 12b to move more rapidly until force equilibrium is achieved.

[0091] Cover parts 12a and 12b in Figures 11a to 11c and Figure 13 The distinctly different positions shown are intended to illustrate the principle of synchronization. Under normal circumstances, this principle is already effective when the rotational position deviation between cover component 12a and cover component 12b is very small, thus allowing cover component 12a and cover component 12b to open synchronously.

[0092] exist Figure 14 The diagram shows the two cover components 12a and 12b in the closed position. Spring 25 is at maximum tension. Lever arms 23 of levers 22a and 22b are positioned such that most of the spring force of spring 25 acts as a torsional torque in the direction of the open position. Therefore, it can overcome the maximum reaction torque in this position of covers 12a and 12b due to the weight of the covers.

[0093] Figure 15 The image shows a receiving device, such as a receiving device for the center console of a vehicle, having a position according to... Figure 14 The closed state Figures 1 to 14 The cover device 10 and the storage compartment 38 that can be closed using the cover device 10. In this case, the support surface 39 can be used as a handrail when the cover parts 12a and 12b are in the closed position.

[0094] In this example, the base 11 is composed of a storage compartment 38, wherein the upper end region of the side wall of the storage compartment 38 forms an opening 40.

Claims

1. A cover device (10) comprising a first cover unit having a first cover component (12a) and a second cover unit having a second cover component (12b), wherein, A first cover component (12a) is pivotable on a base (11) about a first pivot axis (a1) and a second cover component (12b) is pivotable on a base (11) about a second pivot axis (a2) between an open position and a closed position, wherein the first pivot axis (a1) of the first cover component (12a) and the second pivot axis (a2) of the second cover component (12b) are arranged opposite each other about an opening (40) in the base (11), wherein the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) are loaded into the open position by at least one loading device (17), characterized in that the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) are directly or indirectly connected to each other by the loading device (17), which applies force to the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b).

2. The cover device (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The movement of the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) is damped by a separate damping device (16) or by a common damping device (16), with the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) connected to the damping device.

3. The cover device (10) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The loading device (17) includes at least one energy storage device.

4. The cover device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first end region (24a) of the loading device (17) is directly or indirectly fixed to the first cover member (12a), and the second end region (24b) is directly or indirectly fixed to the second cover member (12b).

5. The cover device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The loading device (17) and / or the damping device (16) work together with at least one transmission mechanism, and the first cover part (12a) and the second cover part (12b) are components of the transmission mechanism.

6. The cover device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first cover unit includes a first transmission mechanism (18a), and the second cover unit includes a second transmission mechanism (18b), wherein the loading device (17) is connected to the first transmission mechanism (18a) and the second transmission mechanism (18b).

7. The cover device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first transmission mechanism (18a) and the second transmission mechanism (18b) are at least partially configured as gear transmission mechanisms, wherein at least one tooth structure (19) of the first transmission mechanism (18a) meshes with the teeth of the first cover member (12a), and at least one tooth structure (19) of the second transmission mechanism (18b) meshes with the teeth of the second cover member (12b).

8. The cover device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The loading device (17) is fixed to the first lever arm of the first lever (22a) and the second lever arm of the second lever (22b), and the first lever arm is positioned such that the force acting on the torsional torque of the first lever (22a) in the closed position is greater than the force acting on the torsional torque of the first lever in the open position, and the second lever arm is positioned such that the force acting on the torsional torque of the second lever (22b) in the closed position is greater than the force acting on the torsional torque of the second lever in the open position.

9. The cover device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The loading device (17) is fixed on the first lever arm of the first lever (22a) and the second lever arm of the second lever (22b).

10. The cover device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first rod (27a) is directly or indirectly connected to the first cover component (12a), and the second rod (27b) is directly or indirectly connected to the second cover component (12b). During the movement of the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) between the closed and open positions, a relative movement of the first rod (27a) relative to the second rod (27b) occurs, wherein the relative movement is controlled by the damping device (16).

11. The cover device according to claim 10, characterized in that, One of the first rod (27a) and the second rod (27b) has a first operating mechanism, and the other rod of the second rod (27b) and the first rod (27a) has a second operating mechanism, which works in conjunction with the first operating mechanism, wherein the first operating mechanism and the second operating mechanism work in conjunction with the damper (28) of the damping device (16).

12. The cover device according to claim 10 or 11, characterized in that, The first lever (27a) includes a first guiding mechanism, and the second lever (27b) includes a second guiding mechanism, wherein the first guiding mechanism and the second guiding mechanism work together to guide the first lever (27a) and the second lever (27b) on each other.

13. The cover device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The first lever (27a) is hinged to the third lever arm of the first lever (22a) of the multi-arm first transmission mechanism (18a), and the second lever (27b) is hinged to the fourth lever arm of the second lever (22b) of the multi-arm second transmission mechanism (18b).

14. The cover device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The at least one energy storage device is at least one tension spring (25) or at least one compression spring.

15. A receiving device having a storage compartment and a cover device according to any one of claims 1 to 14.

16. A cover device having a first cover component (12a) and a second cover component (12b), wherein, A first cover component (12a) is pivotable on a base (11) about a first pivot axis (a1) between an open position and a closed position, and a second cover component (12b) is pivotable on a base (11) about a second pivot axis (a2) between an open position and a closed position, wherein the first pivot axis (a1) of the first cover component (12a) and the second pivot axis (a2) of the second cover component (12b) are arranged opposite each other about an opening (40) in the base (11), wherein at least one of the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) is damped by a damping device (16), characterized in that the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) are directly or indirectly connected to each other by a common damping device (16) that applies force to the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b).

17. The cover device according to claim 16, characterized in that, The first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b) are each loaded by a loading device (17), or a common loading device is provided for loading the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b), the common loading device being connected to the first cover component (12a) and the second cover component (12b).

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