A vehicle intermediate handrail

By designing a rotating armrest cover assembly and a lock body for the vehicle's center armrest, the problems of inconvenience in flipping forward and backward and abnormal noise have been solved, achieving the effects of easy operation, space saving and noise reduction.

CN224409036UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-26JIANGSU HENGJIE AUTO PLASTIC PARTS CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JIANGSU HENGJIE AUTO PLASTIC PARTS CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-11
Publication Date
2026-06-26

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing car center armrests are inconvenient to open by flipping forward and backward, take up a lot of space, are prone to abnormal noise, and affect service life and comfort.

Method used

Design a center armrest for vehicles, which adopts a flip-up armrest cover assembly, combined with a lock body and elastic damping boss, and is opened by pressing to reduce vibration and noise. The three-layer structure improves sealing and stability.

Benefits of technology

It achieves convenient operation, saves space, reduces vibration and noise, and improves service life and comfort.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of vehicle intermediate handrails, it includes: installation framework, installation framework is installed to the upper side of automobile intermediate storage box, and it has the storage opening in middle, and the shaft handle is provided on the both sides of storage opening;Two handrail cover components of shaft handle are respectively installed by rotating shaft, mutually abutting sealing cotton is provided between handrail cover component, torsional spring is installed to rotating shaft, and the rear end of handrail cover component is provided with lock hole;Lock body is set to the rear end of installation framework, lock body is locked hole by pressing lock catch;Elastic damping boss is installed in the front end bottom of handrail cover component, and elastic damping boss is pressed and covers installation framework.The utility model is set to two handrail cover components of turning on the both sides of installation framework, and it is opened by pressing type using lock body cooperation, it is convenient and practical, save space, and elastic damping boss is installed in the front end of handrail cover component, can effectively reduce the noise brought by vibration, and stability is good.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automotive armrests, specifically, it relates to a center armrest for automobiles. Background Technology

[0002] A car armrest is a car accessory installed between the two seats on the dashboard. As its name suggests, an armrest serves as a support, and its initial ergonomic design aimed to provide a brief rest for the arms of drivers during long drives, preventing arm fatigue and potential driving hazards. With continuous advancements in manufacturing technology, improvements in production processes, and evolving customer demands, the armrest industry has diversified, with various forms and uses emerging. The most significant change is the upgrade in functionality; it no longer merely serves as an armrest but also incorporates storage capabilities, such as storing documents, charging cables, and water bottles. Currently, most armrest covers on the market open by flipping back and forth, which is inconvenient and takes up considerable interior space. Furthermore, the large flipping distance increases vibration and noise, reducing user comfort, and the repeated opening and closing can shorten its lifespan. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a car center armrest that avoids the problems of previous car center armrests flipping back and forth, causing cramped space and easy noise.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model discloses a center armrest for vehicles, which includes:

[0005] The mounting frame is installed on the upper side of the car's center storage box and has a storage opening in the middle, with shaft handles on both sides of the storage opening.

[0006] The two armrest cover assemblies are respectively installed on the left and right sides of the shaft connector via a rotating shaft. There are sealing cottons that abut against each other between the armrest cover assemblies. A torsion spring is installed on the rotating shaft, and a lock hole is provided at the rear end of the armrest cover assembly.

[0007] The lock body is located at the rear end of the mounting frame, and the lock body is accessed by pressing the latch hole;

[0008] An elastic damping boss is installed at the bottom front end of the armrest cover assembly, and the elastic damping boss presses against the mounting frame.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom of the mounting frame is provided with multiple positioning buckles, and positioning brackets extend from both sides of the front end, with positioning holes provided in the positioning brackets.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the above-mentioned armrest cover assembly is provided with three layers, including a bottom shell, a top cover fixed with screws, and a skin layer covering the top cover, wherein the sealing cotton is sandwiched between the bottom shell and the top cover and has an arc.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the aforementioned elastic damping boss is made of silicone and has a lower end that is a frustum-shaped cone with a gradually decreasing width.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention can achieve the following technical effects:

[0013] By setting two flip-up armrest cover assemblies on both sides of the mounting frame, and using the lock body to complete the push-to-open mechanism, it is convenient, practical, and space-saving. In addition, the armrest cover assembly is equipped with an elastic damping boss at the front end, which can effectively reduce the noise caused by vibration and has good stability.

[0014] Of course, any product implementing this utility model does not necessarily need to achieve all of the above-mentioned technical effects at the same time. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0016] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a vehicle center armrest according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of a vehicle center armrest according to an embodiment of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the armrest cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0019] Figure Labels

[0020] Mounting frame 10, storage opening 11, shaft handle 12, armrest cover assembly 20, pivot 30, sealing cotton 40, lock body 50, elastic damping boss 60, positioning buckle 71, positioning bracket 72. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The following will describe in detail the implementation of this utility model with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, so that the implementation of this utility model can be fully understood and carried out based on how technical means are used to solve technical problems and achieve technical effects.

[0022] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a vehicle center armrest according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 This is an exploded view of a vehicle center armrest according to an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the armrest cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] As shown in the figure, a car center armrest includes: a mounting frame 10, which is mounted on the upper side of the car's center storage compartment and has a storage opening 11 in the middle, with shaft handles 12 on both sides of the storage opening 11; two armrest cover assemblies 20, which are respectively mounted on the left and right sides of the shaft handles 12 via a pivot 30, with sealing cotton 40 between the armrest cover assemblies 20 and the pivot 30 being equipped with a torsion spring, and a locking hole at the rear end of the armrest cover assembly 20; a lock body 50 located at the rear end of the mounting frame 10, which is locked by pressing the latch hole; and an elastic damping boss 60 installed at the bottom front end of the armrest cover assembly 20, which presses against the mounting frame 10.

[0024] In one embodiment of this utility model, the mounting frame 10 is frame-shaped and fixed to the upper side of the car's center storage compartment, with a storage opening 11 pre-reserved in the middle. A shaft handle 12 is provided on the inner ring of the storage opening 11 for connecting the two left and right armrest cover assemblies 20. This serves two purposes: firstly, it covers the storage cavity; secondly, it acts as an armrest when closed. Torsion springs are fitted onto the pivots 30 of the two armrest cover assemblies 20, allowing them to spring open after opening, enhancing stability. Additionally, a lock hole is provided at the rear end of the armrest cover assembly 20 for installing a lock body 50 for locking. The lock body 50 is a push-button type; by pressing, a connecting rod is pried open, which in turn drives a latch at the other end to engage with the lock hole, completing the locking process. This type of lock is widely applicable and easy to operate.

[0025] An elastic damping boss 60 is installed at the front bottom of the armrest cover assembly 20 to reduce vibration after the armrest cover assembly 20 is installed, effectively reducing shaking noise and ensuring good stability.

[0026] The mounting frame 10 of this utility model is provided with multiple positioning buckles 71 at the bottom for easy assembly, and positioning brackets 72 extend from both sides of the front end. The positioning brackets 72 are provided with positioning holes for easy insertion and fixing, and the assembly is stable and efficient.

[0027] In a preferred embodiment, the armrest cover assembly 20 has three layers, which sequentially include a bottom shell, a screw-fixed top cover, and a skin layer covering the top cover, forming a three-layer structure with high quality. The sealing cotton 40 is sandwiched between the bottom shell and the top cover and has an arc shape. The sealing cotton 40 abuts against each other through the left and right sides of the armrest cover assembly 20, improving the storage seal.

[0028] In addition, the elastic damping boss 60 is made of silicone, which is flexible and has a gradually decreasing width at the lower end, making point contact convenient and stable.

[0029] In summary, this utility model provides two flip-up armrest cover assemblies on both sides of the mounting frame, which are opened by pressing with the help of a lock body. This is convenient, practical, and space-saving. Furthermore, the elastic damping boss installed at the front end of the armrest cover assembly can effectively reduce noise caused by vibration and ensure good stability.

[0030] The foregoing description illustrates and describes several preferred embodiments of the present invention. However, as previously stated, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the forms disclosed herein and should not be construed as excluding other embodiments. It can be used in various other combinations, modifications, and environments, and can be altered within the scope of the inventive concept described herein through the foregoing teachings or techniques or knowledge in related fields. Any modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A center armrest for vehicles, characterized in that, include: The mounting frame is installed on the upper side of the car's center storage box and has a storage opening in the middle, with shaft handles on both sides of the storage opening; The left and right armrest cover assemblies are respectively installed on the shaft handle via a rotating shaft. The armrest cover assemblies are provided with mutually abutting sealing cotton. The rotating shaft is equipped with a torsion spring, and the rear end of the armrest cover assembly is provided with a lock hole. A lock body is located at the rear end of the mounting frame, and the lock body latches the lock hole by pressing; An elastic damping boss is installed at the bottom front end of the armrest cover assembly, and the elastic damping boss presses against the mounting frame.

2. The vehicle center armrest according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting frame has multiple positioning buckles at its bottom and positioning brackets extending from both sides of its front end, with positioning holes provided in the positioning brackets.

3. The vehicle center armrest according to claim 1, characterized in that, The armrest cover assembly has three layers, including a bottom shell, a screw-fixed top cover, and a skin layer covering the top cover. The sealing cotton is sandwiched between the bottom shell and the top cover and has a curvature.

4. The vehicle center armrest according to claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic damping boss is made of silicone and has a truncated cone shape with a gradually decreasing width at its lower end.