Soft touch tabletop structure of cab console

By incorporating a soft-touch elastic layer and a snap-locking structure on the front and rear panels of the control panel, the shortcomings of the control panel in terms of tactile feel and wear resistance are resolved, achieving a balance between high-quality tactile feel and durability, and improving the control panel structure of rail transit vehicles.

CN224225055UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-12CHANGZHOU JINCHUANG ELECTRICAL CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHANGZHOU JINCHUANG ELECTRICAL CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-05
Publication Date
2026-05-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing control panel is inadequate in terms of tactile experience, wear resistance, and matching with high-end interior style, making it difficult to meet the needs of modern rail transit vehicles.

Method used

It adopts a front and rear table structure, with the front and rear panels connected by snap-fit ​​and locking components. The surfaces of the front and rear panels are provided with a soft-touch elastic layer. The front panel is made of elastic rubber, and the rear panel is a composite of carbon fiber substrate and leather layer, achieving a balance between tactile feel and wear resistance.

Benefits of technology

It enhances the tactile experience of the control panel, meets the requirements of high-quality tactile feedback, has excellent scratch and wear resistance, and improves the practicality and user experience of the product.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a cab console soft touch table top structure which comprises a front end table top and a rear end table top installed below the front end table top, the front end table top comprises an arc-shaped front panel, the surface of the front panel is provided with a first soft touch elastic layer, the edge of the front panel is provided with a clamping plate extending along an arc line, and the rear end table top is provided with a second soft touch elastic layer. The rear end table top comprises an arc-shaped rear panel matched with the front panel, a second soft touch elastic layer is arranged on the surface of the rear panel, a clamping groove matched with the clamping plate in shape is formed in the edge of the rear panel, the front panel is connected with the clamping groove of the rear panel in a clamped mode through the clamping plate, and axial locking is achieved through at least one set of locking pieces. By means of the mode, the soft touch elastic layer is additionally arranged on the soft touch table top structure of the cab console, the touch experience of the console can be improved, the passenger car level texture standard is achieved, meanwhile, the excellent scratch-resistant and abrasion-resistant performance is kept, and the perfect balance of touch and durability is achieved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of rail transit control panel technology, and in particular to a soft-touch panel structure for a driver's cab control panel. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the rail transit industry, the interior structure standards of vehicles such as bullet trains and subways are being raised day by day, and the aesthetic structure and ergonomic requirements of the driver's cab are gradually aligning with those of high-end passenger car driver's cabs.

[0003] However, existing dashboards still employ a traditional, single-function design, which is significantly lacking in tactile experience and surface texture. This traditional structure struggles to meet the following modern demands: 1. Passengers' requirements for a high-quality tactile experience; 2. The need for wear resistance during long-term use; 3. A tactile finish that matches a high-end interior style.

[0004] Especially in scenarios where drivers frequently operate the vehicle, traditional platform structures can no longer meet the standard requirements of modern rail transit vehicles in terms of tactile comfort, scratch resistance, and wear resistance.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a countertop structure solution that can simultaneously take into account functionality, durability, and a high-quality tactile experience. Utility Model Content

[0006] The main technical problem solved by this utility model is to provide a soft-touch dashboard structure for a driver's cab. By adding a soft-touch elastic layer, the tactile experience of the dashboard can be improved to meet the quality standards of passenger cars, while maintaining excellent scratch and wear resistance, achieving a perfect balance between tactile feel and durability.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a soft-touch dashboard structure for a driver's cab, comprising a front panel and a rear panel installed below the front panel.

[0008] The front end surface includes a front panel, which is arc-shaped. A soft-touch elastic layer is provided on the surface of the front panel, and a retaining plate extending along the arc is provided along the edge of the front panel.

[0009] The rear platform includes a rear panel, which is arc-shaped and adapted to the front panel. A soft-touch elastic layer is provided on the surface of the rear panel, and the edges of the rear panel have slots that match the shape of the card plate.

[0010] The front panel is engaged with the rear panel via a latch plate and is axially locked by at least one set of locking components.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the front panel is provided with a plurality of switch button areas, and the back panel is connected to a plurality of hinge mounting bases, the hinge mounting bases being provided with a connection structure adapted to the table frame.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the hinge mounting base is in the shape of an L-shaped bracket, with its vertical side bolted to the front panel and its horizontal side having mounting holes for adjusting the mounting position.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, an annular mounting groove is formed on the joint end face of the front panel and the rear panel, and a driver control mounting plate is embedded in the annular mounting groove to form a driver control operation area.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a plurality of locking hook mounting seats are connected to the back of the rear panel, and the locking hook mounting seats are provided with a connection structure adapted to the table frame.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the soft-touch elastic layer is formed by spraying and curing elastic rubber paint.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the thickness of the soft-touch elastic layer is 0.5-1.0 mm.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the rear panel is a carbon fiber substrate, and the second soft-touch elastic layer is a leather layer, which is formed on the surface of the carbon fiber substrate in a covering manner.

[0018] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the thickness of the second soft-touch elastic layer is 0.8-1.5 mm.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the locking member includes a bolt that passes through the card plate and the card slot, and an anti-loosening nut connected to the back of the rear panel.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: the addition of a soft-touch elastic layer enhances the tactile experience of the control panel, meets the requirements for the overall texture and tactile feel of the control panel, and improves the overall quality of the product; at the same time, the surface structure has excellent scratch and wear resistance, achieving a balance between tactile feel and wear resistance, improving the practicality and user experience of the product, and setting a new benchmark for rail transit interiors. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort, wherein:

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the front panel of the soft touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the soft touch panel structure of the driver's cab control panel of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a front view of a preferred embodiment of the soft touch panel structure of the driver's cab control panel of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a top view of a preferred embodiment of the soft touch panel structure of the driver's cab control panel of this utility model;

[0026] The components in the attached diagram are labeled as follows:

[0027] 1. Front panel; 11. Soft-touch elastic layer one; 2. Off button area; 3. Annular assembly groove; 4. Driver's controller mounting plate; 5. Hinge mounting base; 6. Rear panel; 61. Soft-touch elastic layer two; 7. Locking hook mounting base; 8. Card plate; 9. Card slot; 10. Locking component. Detailed Implementation

[0028] 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 embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0029] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] This utility model relates to a preferred embodiment of a soft touch panel structure for a driver's cab control panel.

[0031] Please see Figures 1 to 4 The driver's cab control panel soft touch surface structure includes a front panel and a rear panel installed below the front panel.

[0032] Specifically, the first part is the front panel, which includes a front panel 1. The front panel 1 is arc-shaped and has a soft-touch elastic layer 11 on its surface. The thickness of the soft-touch elastic layer 11 is 0.5-1.0 mm.

[0033] Furthermore, the soft-touch elastic layer 11 is formed by spraying and curing elastic rubber paint. This paint not only has rubber-like elasticity and a smoother feel, but also has good wear resistance.

[0034] During the application of the soft-touch paint topcoat and clear coat, water transfer labels are inserted and adhered to the paint finish for composite application. Specifically, inserting water transfer labels between the soft-touch paint topcoat and clear coat ensures that the switch function markings are completely covered under the clear coat layer. This guarantees that the markings remain clearly visible throughout long-term use and effectively prevents them from detaching due to friction or wear. This enhances the product's durability and the longevity of the markings.

[0035] Furthermore, the front panel 1 is provided with several switch button areas 2 for controlling various functions of the vehicle, such as lights, wipers, air conditioning, etc.

[0036] Furthermore, an annular mounting groove 3 is formed at the joint end face of the front panel 1 and the rear panel 6. A driver control mounting plate 4 is embedded within this groove 3 to form a driver control area for the driver to operate the vehicle, such as accelerating, braking, and steering. This ensures that the driver can conveniently and quickly perform various operations while driving.

[0037] Furthermore, the back of the front panel 1 is connected to several hinge mounting bases 5, and the hinge mounting bases 5 are provided with a connection structure adapted to the table frame to realize the adjustable hinged installation of the front panel 1 and the table frame.

[0038] Preferably, the hinge mounting base 5 is in the shape of an L-shaped bracket, with its vertical side bolted to the front panel and its horizontal side having mounting holes for adjusting the mounting position.

[0039] Secondly, there is the rear end panel, which includes a rear panel 6. The rear panel 6 is arc-shaped and adapted to the front panel 1. The surface of the rear panel 6 is provided with a soft-touch elastic layer 61, and the thickness of the soft-touch elastic layer 61 is 0.8-1.5mm.

[0040] The rear panel 6 is made of high-strength carbon fiber substrate, which has excellent mechanical strength and durability and can effectively resist the wear and tear caused by long-term operation of the driver's arm.

[0041] Meanwhile, to enhance the tactile feel, a soft-touch elastic layer 61 is formed on the surface of the carbon fiber substrate by coating. This soft-touch elastic layer 61 is a leather layer, possessing reliable durability and abrasion resistance.

[0042] This composite structure of carbon fiber substrate and leather layer achieves an optimal balance between tactile feel and wear resistance while ensuring high strength support, significantly improving the product's practicality and user experience.

[0043] The front and rear surfaces of this invention have been augmented with soft-touch elastic layers to meet actual needs, thereby enhancing the tactile experience of the control panel and satisfying the requirements for the overall texture and tactile feel of the control panel.

[0044] Furthermore, the back panel 6 is connected to a plurality of locking hook mounting seats 7, and the locking hook mounting seats 7 are provided with locking hook connection structures adapted to the table frame, for realizing the locking connection between the back panel 6 and the table frame.

[0045] Based on the above structure, the edge of the front panel 1 is provided with a retaining plate 8 extending along an arc, and the edge of the rear panel 6 is provided with a retaining groove 9 that matches the shape of the retaining plate 8. The front panel 1 is engaged with the retaining plate 8 and the retaining groove 9 of the rear panel 6 to achieve a tight fit between the two.

[0046] The curved extension of the card plate 8 and the card slot 9 ensures uniform stress distribution at the connection points, avoids local stress concentration, and makes the overall structure more stable and reliable.

[0047] Based on the aforementioned snap-fit ​​engagement, the front panel 1 and the rear panel 6 are further axially locked by at least one set of locking members 10. Preferably, the locking member 10 includes a bolt passing through the locking plate 8 and the locking groove 9, and an anti-loosening nut connected to the back of the rear panel 6.

[0048] The aforementioned snap-fit ​​structure, combined with bolt locking, forms a double fixation, significantly improving the strength and durability of the tabletop structure, making it suitable for vehicle control panel applications that require frequent operation.

[0049] The beneficial effects of the soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel of this utility model are:

[0050] The addition of a soft-touch elastic layer enhances the tactile experience of the control panel, meeting the requirements for the overall texture and tactile feel of the control panel and elevating the overall product level.

[0051] Meanwhile, the countertop structure has excellent scratch and wear resistance, achieving a balance between tactile feel and wear resistance, thus enhancing the product's practicality and user experience.

[0052] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made using the content of this utility model specification, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A soft-touch surface structure for a driver's cab control panel, characterized in that, include: The front-end table and the rear-end table installed below the front-end table. The front end surface includes a front panel, which is arc-shaped. A soft-touch elastic layer is provided on the surface of the front panel, and a retaining plate extending along the arc is provided along the edge of the front panel. The rear platform includes a rear panel, which is arc-shaped and adapted to the front panel. A soft-touch elastic layer is provided on the surface of the rear panel, and the edges of the rear panel have slots that match the shape of the card plate. The front panel is engaged with the rear panel via a latch plate and is axially locked by at least one set of locking components.

2. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The front panel has several switch button areas, and the back panel has several hinge mounting bases. The hinge mounting bases have a connection structure that is adapted to the table frame.

3. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 2, characterized in that, The hinge mounting base is L-shaped, with its vertical side bolted to the front panel and its horizontal side having mounting holes for adjusting the mounting position.

4. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, An annular mounting groove is formed on the joint end face of the front panel and the rear panel, and a driver control mounting plate is embedded in the annular mounting groove to form a driver control operation area.

5. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The back panel is connected to several locking hook mounting bases, and the locking hook mounting bases are provided with a connection structure that is adapted to the table frame.

6. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The soft-touch elastic layer is formed by spraying and curing elastic rubber paint.

7. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 6, characterized in that, The thickness of the soft-touch elastic layer is 0.5-1.0 mm.

8. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rear panel is a carbon fiber substrate, and the second soft-touch elastic layer is a leather layer, which is formed on the surface of the carbon fiber substrate by covering.

9. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 8, characterized in that, The thickness of the second soft-touch elastic layer is 0.8-1.5 mm.

10. The soft-touch surface structure of the driver's cab control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism includes a bolt that passes through the card plate and the card slot, and an anti-loosening nut connected to the back of the rear panel.