Massage seat and vehicle
By incorporating a mesh component and a drive component within the seat, and utilizing a linear motor to drive a pull rope to deform the mesh component, a massage effect is simulated. This solves the problem of high-cost ECU modules, achieving cost reduction and enhanced competitiveness.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- WUXI LEGGETT & PLATT-HUAGUANG AUTOMOBILE PARTS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-10
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the cost of configuring seats with massage functions is relatively high, resulting in lower market competitiveness for the vehicle.
By combining a mesh component and a drive component, a linear motor drives the main pull line, which in turn pulls the first and second pull ropes, causing the mesh component to deform to simulate a massage effect, thus replacing the high-cost ECU module.
This reduces the manufacturing cost of massage chairs, enabling them to be installed in more car models and enhancing product competitiveness.
Smart Images

Figure CN224476866U_ABST
Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and in particular to a massage seat and vehicle. Background Technology
[0002] As people's living standards improve, their standards for cars are also getting higher and higher. Nowadays, car seats are equipped with massage systems, which are usually controlled by an ECU module. The ECU module can control the special massage components in the seat to massage the user sitting on the seat. The ECU module can precisely control the degree of massage. However, due to the high cost of the ECU module, it cannot be used in lower-priced models, which leads to an incomplete user experience and reduces the vehicle's competitiveness in the market. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a massage chair and vehicle, which solves the problem that the cost of configuring a chair with massage function is high under the existing technology, resulting in low market competitiveness of the vehicle.
[0004] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: The present invention provides a massage chair, including a chair frame, a mesh component installed inside the chair frame, a drive component installed on the side of the mesh component away from the front of the chair, the drive component driving the main pull cable to move, the main pull cable driving the first pull rope and the second pull rope to move, the first pull rope and the second pull rope being fixed on the mesh component, and the end of the main pull cable being connected to the chair frame.
[0005] Preferably, the drive assembly includes a housing, a linear motor fixed to the outside of the housing, a worm gear mounted on the linear motor, a gear rotatably mounted inside the housing, the gear meshing with the worm gear, a slider mounted on the edge of the housing, an arc-shaped connecting rod rotatably mounted inside the housing, a sliding groove formed on the arc-shaped connecting rod, a positioning post mounted in the sliding groove, the positioning post fixed to the gear, a straight rod rotatably connected to the arc-shaped connecting rod, a slider rotatably connected to the straight rod, and the slider connected to the main pull cable.
[0006] Preferably, the mesh assembly includes a central tube, transverse steel wires and longitudinal steel wires, with longitudinal steel wires installed on both sides of the central tube, and the transverse steel wires connecting the central tube and the longitudinal steel wires. The first pull rope and the second pull rope are respectively installed on the longitudinal steel wires on both sides of the central tube.
[0007] Preferably, seven sets of transverse steel wires are installed, and the transverse steel wires are arranged at equal intervals.
[0008] Preferably, a lid is installed on the box body, and a fixing clip is installed on the box body, which clamps onto the longitudinal steel wire.
[0009] Preferably, along the sliding direction of the slider, the two ends of the slider are respectively equipped with the main pull line, the main pull line, the first pull rope, and the second pull rope correspond one-to-one.
[0010] Preferably, the transverse steel wire is arranged in a zigzag shape between the central tube and the longitudinal steel wire.
[0011] Preferably, a pull wire converter is installed on the longitudinal steel wire, the main pull wire is connected from the top of the pull wire converter, and a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole are formed inside the pull wire converter. The first pull rope is passed through the first mounting hole, and the second pull rope is passed through the second mounting hole.
[0012] A vehicle comprising the massage seat described in any of the preceding claims.
[0013] Beneficial effects: The drive assembly directly pulls the main cable, causing the main cable to directly pull the first and second pull ropes on both sides of the mesh assembly to contract towards the main cable. This causes the mesh assembly to deform under the influence of the first and second pull ropes. Since the drive assembly is located away from the front of the vehicle, the first and second pull ropes pull the mesh assembly towards the vehicle, causing the mesh assembly to protrude towards the front of the vehicle. This, in turn, causes the massage seat to protrude and contact the driver, simulating a massage effect. Replacing the ECU with the drive assembly can reduce vehicle manufacturing costs, allowing massage seats to be installed in more vehicles and enhancing product competitiveness. Attached Figure Description
[0014] Figure 1 This is a main diagram of the grid component of this utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the driver component of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the box body of this utility model.
[0017] In the diagram: 1. Main pull cable; 2. First pull rope; 3. Second pull rope; 4. Housing; 5. Linear motor; 6. Worm gear; 7. Gear; 8. Slider; 9. Arc-shaped connecting rod; 10. Straight rod; 11. Central tube; 12. Horizontal steel wire; 13. Longitudinal steel wire; 14. Fixing clamp; 15. Pull cable converter; 16. Housing cover; 17. Positioning post. Detailed Implementation
[0018] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.
[0019] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0020] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0021] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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 limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.
[0022] Under current technology, if a vehicle needs to add a seat massage function, it is necessary to add specific massage components and an ECU to control the movement of the massage components. This will increase the design cost of the vehicle. The ECU controls the movement of the massage components to achieve pressure on the waist and back of the human body. However, specific massage components can precisely control the pressure, but due to the high cost, they cannot be used in all models.
[0023] To solve the above problems, such as Figures 1 to 3As shown, this utility model provides a massage seat, including a seat frame, a mesh assembly installed inside the seat frame, a drive assembly installed on the side of the mesh assembly away from the front of the vehicle, the drive assembly drives the main pull cable 1 to move, the main pull cable 1 drives the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3 to move, the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3 are fixed on the mesh assembly, the mesh assembly protrudes towards the front of the vehicle, the end of the main pull cable 1 is connected to the seat frame, and the massage seat is installed in the driver's cab of the vehicle.
[0024] By adding a mesh component inside the seat, the main pull cable 1 is moved by the drive component, which in turn pulls the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3. The two sides of the mesh component are pulled towards the rear of the vehicle by the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3, causing the area between the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3 to arch towards the front of the vehicle. This allows the mesh component, along with the filling material on the seat frame, to simultaneously press against the occupant, thus achieving a simulated massage effect. Typically, only the drive component is needed to achieve the reciprocating movement of the main pull cable 1 to realize seat massage, saving the need for an ECU and dedicated massage components, reducing costs. The mesh component is usually widely installed in the seat as a support structure. By installing the drive component and the main pull cable 1 on the mesh component, the massage effect can be achieved, while minimizing modifications to the seat and reducing modification costs.
[0025] The drive assembly of this utility model includes a housing 4, a linear motor 5 fixed on the outside of the housing 4, a worm gear 6 mounted on the linear motor 5, a gear 7 rotatably mounted inside the housing 4, the gear 7 meshing with the worm gear 6, a slider 8 mounted on the edge of the housing 4, an arc-shaped connecting rod 9 rotatably mounted inside the housing 4, a sliding groove opened on the arc-shaped connecting rod 9, a positioning post 17 mounted in the sliding groove, the positioning post 17 fixed on the gear 7, a straight rod 10 rotatably connected to the arc-shaped connecting rod 9, a slider 8 rotatably connected to the straight rod 10, and the slider 8 connected to the main pull wire 1.
[0026] The linear motor 5 moves back and forth, which in turn drives the gear 7 to rotate back and forth, switching between clockwise and counterclockwise rotation. The positioning post 17 is inserted into the sliding groove, which pushes the arc-shaped connecting rod 9 to swing. Finally, the arc-shaped connecting rod 9 drags the straight rod 10 to move back and forth, which in turn drives the slider 8 to move back and forth along the side wall of the housing 4. During the sliding process, the slider 8 pulls the main pull wires 1 on both sides to move, which in turn drives the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3 to move simultaneously, pulling the mesh assembly to deform, so that the mesh assembly can deform towards the occupant side, achieving the final massage effect. Using the linear motor 5 as the power source to replace the existing ECU and corresponding massage components can reduce costs and minimize the cost of modifying the seat, allowing massage components to be installed in more vehicle models.
[0027] The grid assembly of this utility model includes a central tube 11, a transverse steel wire 12 and a longitudinal steel wire 13. The longitudinal steel wire 13 is installed on both sides of the central tube 11. The transverse steel wire 12 connects the central tube 11 and the longitudinal steel wire 13. The first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3 are respectively installed on the longitudinal steel wire 13 on both sides of the central tube 11. Through the transverse and longitudinal distribution of the steel wires, the grid assembly can become a grid-shaped component.
[0028] The central tube 11, transverse steel wire 12, and longitudinal steel wire 13 of this utility model are all made of metal. This allows the central tube 11, transverse steel wire 12, and longitudinal steel wire 13 to deform under the action of the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3, causing local deformation of the mesh component and squeezing the occupant's waist to achieve a massage effect.
[0029] Seven sets of transverse steel wires 12 are installed, and the transverse steel wires 12 are arranged at equal intervals. The mesh assembly is connected by multiple sets of transverse steel wires 12, which makes the mesh assembly more integrated. Under the action of the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3, the mesh assembly can deform and then return to its original shape.
[0030] A cover 16 is installed on the housing 4 to prevent external dust from entering the housing 4, so that the linear motor 5 can work normally and extend the working efficiency of the linear motor 5. A fixing clip 14 is also installed on the housing 4. The fixing clip 14 is clamped on the longitudinal steel wire 13, so that the drive component and the mesh component are integrated. On the back of the seat back, if the drive component is damaged, it is easy for the maintenance personnel to remove the fixing clip 14 from the mesh component for subsequent inspection and installation.
[0031] Along the sliding direction of slider 8, main pull cables 1 are installed at both ends of slider 8. Main pull cables 1, first pull ropes 2, and second pull ropes 3 correspond one-to-one. During the movement of slider 8, the main pull cables 1 pull the first pull ropes 2 and second pull ropes 3. While one set of main pull cables 1 is pulled, the other set is relaxed. When slider 8 moves to the other side, the previously relaxed main pull cables 1 are tightened. The two sets of main pull cables 1 are installed on the upper and lower sides of the mesh assembly, creating a wave-like effect on the mesh assembly, making the massage effect more realistic and the ride more comfortable. If two sets of drive components are installed on the mesh assembly, four sets of main pull cables 1 will be formed, covering all areas of the mesh assembly. This allows for deformation of each area of the mesh assembly, resulting in a larger area of massage effect on the massage seat, a better massage effect, and enhanced product competitiveness.
[0032] The transverse steel wire 12 is arranged in a zigzag shape between the central tube 11 and the longitudinal steel wire 13. This allows the transverse steel wire 12 to cover a more comprehensive area, thereby increasing the support capacity of the mesh components and providing better back support for the driver.
[0033] A pull wire converter 15 is installed on the longitudinal steel wire 13. The main pull wire 1 is connected from the top of the pull wire converter 15. The pull wire converter 15 has a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole. The first pull rope 2 is passed through the first mounting hole and the second pull rope 3 is passed through the second mounting hole. When the main pull wire 1 pulls the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3, the pull wire converter 15 can protect the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3. When the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3 extend toward the grid assembly, the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole in the pull wire converter 15 can limit the end of the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3 connected to the main pull wire 1, so as to prevent the main pull wire 1 from being torn apart from the first pull rope 2 and the second pull rope 3.
[0034] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A massage chair, characterized in that, The system includes a seat frame, a mesh assembly installed inside the seat frame, a drive assembly installed on the side of the mesh assembly away from the front of the vehicle, the drive assembly drives the main pull cable (1) to move, the main pull cable (1) drives the first pull rope (2) and the second pull rope (3) to move, the first pull rope (2) and the second pull rope (3) are fixed on the mesh assembly, and the end of the main pull cable (1) is connected to the seat frame.
2. The massage chair according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes a housing (4), a linear motor (5) fixed on the outside of the housing (4), a worm gear (6) mounted on the linear motor (5), a gear (7) rotatably mounted inside the housing (4), the gear (7) meshing with the worm gear (6), a slider (8) mounted on the edge of the housing (4), an arc-shaped connecting rod (9) rotatably mounted inside the housing (4), a sliding groove is provided on the arc-shaped connecting rod (9), a positioning post (17) is installed in the sliding groove, the positioning post (17) is fixed on the gear (7), a straight rod (10) is rotatably connected to the arc-shaped connecting rod (9), a slider (8) is rotatably connected to the straight rod (10), and the slider (8) is connected to the main pull line (1).
3. The massage chair according to claim 2, characterized in that, The grid assembly includes a central tube (11), transverse steel wires (12) and longitudinal steel wires (13). The longitudinal steel wires (13) are installed on both sides of the central tube (11). The transverse steel wires (12) connect the central tube (11) and the longitudinal steel wires (13). The first pull rope (2) and the second pull rope (3) are respectively installed on the longitudinal steel wires (13) on both sides of the central tube (11).
4. The massage chair according to claim 3, characterized in that, The transverse steel wires (12) are installed in seven sets, and the transverse steel wires (12) are arranged at equal intervals.
5. The massage chair according to claim 3, characterized in that, A lid (16) is installed on the box body (4), and a fixing clip (14) is installed on the box body (4), which is clamped on the longitudinal steel wire (13).
6. The massage chair according to claim 2, characterized in that, Along the sliding direction of the slider (8), the two ends of the slider (8) are respectively equipped with the main pull line (1), the main pull line (1), the first pull rope (2), and the second pull rope (3) correspond one-to-one.
7. The massage chair according to claim 3, characterized in that, The transverse steel wire (12) is arranged in a zigzag shape between the central tube (11) and the longitudinal steel wire (13).
8. The massage chair according to claim 3, characterized in that, A pull wire converter (15) is installed on the longitudinal steel wire (13). The main pull wire (1) is connected from the top of the pull wire converter (15). A first mounting hole and a second mounting hole are formed inside the pull wire converter (15). The first pull rope (2) is inserted into the first mounting hole, and the second pull rope (3) is inserted into the second mounting hole.
9. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the massage chair as described in any one of claims 1-8.