Dashboards and vehicles

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a kind of vice instrument panel and vehicle, vice instrument panel includes skeleton body, partition plate and hinged component, the inside of skeleton body is formed with storage cavity, partition plate is in storage cavity, hinged component includes hinged shaft, two ends of hinged shaft are connected with skeleton body respectively, partition plate is connected with hinged shaft, partition plate rotates around hinged shaft and has first state and second state, in first state, partition plate is in vertical state or inclined state, and partition plate separates storage cavity into multiple sub-chambers, in second state, partition plate is attached with skeleton body, and multiple sub-chambers are interconnected. By the above technical scheme, by rotating partition plate, partition plate can be in first state and second state, so that storage cavity is separated into multiple relatively independent sub-chambers or multiple sub-chambers are interconnected, that is, the state of partition plate can be adjusted according to actual needs to meet the different storage needs of user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more specifically, to a sub-instrument panel and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In modern automotive design, the secondary dashboard is not only the center for vehicle control and information display, but also an important component of the in-car storage space. In related technologies, to ensure the vehicle's aesthetics and streamlined appearance, designers often need to balance space utilization with exterior styling. This results in storage spaces often having fixed shapes and sizes, lacking adjustable partitions, which can cause some inconvenience for users. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a sub-instrument panel and a vehicle to solve the technical problems existing in the related art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, a first aspect of this disclosure provides a sub-instrument panel including a frame body, a partition plate, and a hinge assembly, wherein a storage cavity is formed inside the frame body.

[0005] The partition plate is located inside the storage cavity. The hinge assembly includes a hinge shaft, with both ends of the hinge shaft connected to the frame body. The partition plate is connected to the hinge shaft. The partition plate rotates around the hinge shaft and has a first state and a second state. In the first state, the partition plate is in a vertical or inclined state, and the partition plate divides the storage cavity into multiple sub-chambers. In the second state, the partition plate is in contact with the frame body, and the multiple sub-chambers are interconnected.

[0006] Optionally, the dimension of the partition plate in the width direction of the storage cavity matches the width dimension of the storage cavity.

[0007] Optionally, the hinge assembly is connected to the bottom wall of the frame body.

[0008] Optionally, the hinge assembly further includes a plurality of connectors, each of which is connected to the frame body, and the two ends of the hinge shaft are respectively hinged to the connectors.

[0009] Optionally, there are multiple hinge components, and the multiple hinge components are spaced apart along the width direction of the storage cavity.

[0010] Optionally, the partition plate includes a plate body and a mounting block protruding from the plate body, the mounting block having a mounting hole, and the hinge shaft being hinged to the mounting hole.

[0011] Optionally, a limiting groove is formed on the side of the connector near the mounting block, and a positioning post is formed on the side of the mounting block near the connector. When the partition plate is in the second state, the positioning post is engaged in the limiting groove.

[0012] Optionally, the hinge assembly further includes a reset member, which is in a pre-compressed or pre-tensioned state when the partition plate is in the second state.

[0013] Optionally, the reset element is a spring post, which is sleeved on the outer periphery of the hinge shaft, with one end of the spring post fixedly connected to the mounting block and the other end of the spring post fixedly connected to the connector.

[0014] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a vehicle including a sub-dashboard as described above.

[0015] Through the above technical solution, by setting hinge shafts that are respectively connected to the frame body and the partition plate in the storage cavity, the partition plate can be rotatably connected to the frame body. In this way, when the user needs to divide the storage cavity, the partition plate can be rotated to the first state. At this time, the partition plate is in a vertical or inclined state, which can divide the storage cavity into multiple sub-chambers. The multiple sub-chambers are in a relatively independent state and can be used to store different types of items respectively. When the storage cavity does not need to be divided (such as when large items need to be placed), the partition plate can be rotated to the second state. At this time, the partition plate is in contact with the frame body, which can connect the multiple sub-chambers. Without the obstruction of the partition plate, a larger storage space is formed in the frame body. When placing items (especially large items), there is no restriction from the partition plate. The user can use the storage cavity more flexibly according to their needs.

[0016] Other features and advantages of this disclosure will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present disclosure and form part of the specification. They are used together with the following detailed description to explain the present disclosure, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of a sub-dashboard provided in an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein a partition divides a storage cavity into a plurality of independently arranged sub-chambers;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a sub-instrument panel provided in an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein a partition plate is disposed in contact with the bottom wall of a storage cavity, and multiple sub-chambers are interconnected.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a partially exploded schematic diagram showing the cooperation between the partition plate and the hinge assembly of the sub-dashboard provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure.

[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 An enlarged view of part A;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of a sub-dashboard provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0024] 1-Sub-instrument panel; 10-Frame body; 100-Hanging item; 11-Storage cavity; 110-Sub-cavity; 20-Divider plate; 21-Plate body; 22-Mounting block; 220-Mounting hole; 221-Positioning post; 30-Hinge assembly; 31-Connector; 310-Limiting groove; 32-Hinge shaft; 33-Reset component; 330-Spring post. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The specific embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit this disclosure.

[0026] In this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, directional terms such as "up," "down," "left," and "right" are used to indicate orientation or positional relationships only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or a specific orientation structure and operation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure. The terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of the corresponding structures.

[0027] Additionally, it should be noted that the terms used, such as "first" and "second," are used to distinguish one element from another and do not indicate sequence or importance. Furthermore, in the description referring to the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals in different drawings denote the same element.

[0028] In the description of this disclosure, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "connect," "link," and "install" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] refer to Figures 1 to 5As shown, the first aspect of this disclosure provides a sub-instrument panel 1, including a frame body 10, a partition plate 20, and a hinge assembly 30. A storage cavity 11 is formed inside the frame body 10. The partition plate 20 is located inside the storage cavity 11. The hinge assembly 30 includes a hinge shaft 32, with both ends of the hinge shaft 32 connected to the frame body 10. The partition plate 20 is connected to the hinge shaft 32. The partition plate 20 rotates around the hinge shaft 32 and has a first state and a second state. In the first state, the partition plate 20 is in a vertical state or an inclined state, and the partition plate 20 divides the storage cavity 11 into a plurality of sub-cavities 110. In the second state, the partition plate 20 is attached to the frame body 10, and the plurality of sub-cavities 110 are interconnected.

[0030] Through the above technical solution, by setting hinge shafts 32 in the storage cavity 11 that are respectively connected to the frame body 10 and the partition plate 20, the partition plate 20 can be rotatably connected to the frame body 10. In this way, when the user uses the storage cavity 11, if it is necessary to divide the storage cavity 11 into sections, the partition plate 20 can be rotated to the first state. At this time, the partition plate is in a vertical or inclined state, thereby dividing the storage cavity 11 into multiple sub-cavities 110. At this time, the multiple sub-cavities 110 are in a relatively independent state and can be used to store different types of items respectively. When it is not necessary to divide the storage cavity 11 into sections (such as when it is necessary to place large items), the partition plate 20 can be rotated to the second state. At this time, the partition plate 20 is in contact with the frame body 10, thereby connecting the multiple sub-cavities 110. Without the obstruction of the partition plate 20, a larger storage space is formed in the frame body 10. When placing items (especially large items), there is no restriction from the partition plate 20. The user can use the storage cavity 11 more flexibly as needed.

[0031] It should be noted that this disclosure does not limit the specific number of the sub-chambers 110. In one exemplary embodiment provided by this disclosure, the partition plate 20 can divide the storage cavity 11 into two sub-chambers 110, or in other embodiments provided by this disclosure, the number of sub-chambers 110 can also be multiple.

[0032] To improve the separation effect of the storage cavity 11, in the embodiments provided in this disclosure, the dimension of the partition plate 20 in the width direction of the storage cavity 11 matches the width dimension of the storage cavity 11. Thus, when the partition plate 20 rotates around the hinge axis 32 to the first state, it ensures that both ends of the partition plate 20 abut against the cavity wall of the storage cavity 11, thereby improving the separation effect of the storage cavity 11 and preventing items stored in different sub-cavities 110 from moving within the gap between the partition plate 20 and the frame body 10.

[0033] Furthermore, this disclosure does not limit the specific connection position between the aforementioned connecting components and the frame body 10. For example, in one exemplary embodiment provided in this disclosure, the hinge component 30 may optionally be connected to the bottom wall of the frame body 10. Connecting the hinge component 30 to the bottom wall of the frame body 10, and having the hinge component 30 disposed within the bottom space of the storage cavity 11, minimizes interference or disturbance to the storage cavity 11 inside the frame body 10 during storage, making it easier for users to place items.

[0034] Alternatively, in other exemplary embodiments provided in this disclosure, the hinge assembly 30 may also be connected to the side wall of the frame body 10. In this way, the partition plate 20 can also achieve the separation and connection of the storage cavity 11 with the cooperation of the hinge assembly 30. The specific operating principle is the same as the principle of setting the hinge assembly 30 on the bottom wall of the frame body 10, which will not be described in this disclosure.

[0035] Furthermore, this disclosure does not limit the specific structure or hinge method of the aforementioned hinge assembly 30. For example, optionally, as follows: Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the hinge assembly 30 also includes multiple connectors 31, each connector 31 being connected to the frame body 10. The two ends of the hinge shaft 32 are hinged to the connectors 31 respectively. Each connector 31 is connected to the frame body 10, and the hinge shaft 32 is rotatably connected to the connectors 31. When the state of the partition plate 20 needs to be adjusted, rotating the partition plate 20 will cause the hinge shaft 32 to rotate. Since the hinge shaft 32 is rotatably connected to the connectors 31, it can rotate relative to the multiple connectors 31, thereby achieving relative rotation between the partition plate 20 and the frame body 10. Furthermore, with the cooperative action of the multiple connectors 31, the rotation of the partition plate 20 can be made more stable.

[0036] Furthermore, since the hinge shaft 32 is rotatably connected to the frame body 10 through the connector 31 connected to the frame body 10, the hinge shaft 32 will not come into contact with the frame body 10 during rotation, thereby avoiding the problem of friction or collision between the hinge shaft 32 and the frame body 10 during rotation.

[0037] Alternatively, in other embodiments provided in this disclosure, the aforementioned hinge assembly 30 may also be a hinge. In short, as long as it is possible to rotatably connect the partition plate 20 to the frame body 10, this disclosure does not impose any limitations on this.

[0038] To improve the stability of the hinge shaft 32 during rotation, optionally, such as Figures 3 to 4As shown, there are multiple hinge shafts 32, which are spaced apart along the width of the storage cavity 11. In this way, during the rotation of the hinge shafts 32, the multiple spaced hinge shafts 32 can connect and fix the partition plate 20 from different positions, thereby preventing the partition plate 20 from becoming loose or misaligned during rotation.

[0039] To facilitate the connection between the partition plate 20 and the hinge hole, in one exemplary embodiment provided in this disclosure, optionally, as shown... Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the partition plate 20 may include a plate body 21 and a mounting block 22 protruding from the plate body 21. The mounting block 22 is provided with a mounting hole 220, and the hinge shaft 32 is hinged to the mounting hole 220. On the one hand, setting the mounting hole 220 on the mounting block 22 can avoid the structural weaknesses that may be caused by directly drilling holes in the partition plate 20, thereby reducing the impact on the overall strength of the partition plate 20. On the other hand, the design of the mounting block 22 can improve the assembly accuracy of the hinge shaft 32, ensure its stability and smoothness during use, and reduce failures caused by improper assembly.

[0040] Alternatively, in other embodiments provided in this disclosure, the mounting hole 220 may be formed directly on the partition plate 20, and the hinge shaft 32 may pass directly through the mounting hole 220 formed on the partition plate 20.

[0041] Optionally, such as Figure 4 As shown, a limiting groove 310 is formed on the side of the connector 31 near the mounting block 22, and a positioning post 221 is formed on the side of the mounting block 22 near the connector 31. When the partition plate 20 is in the second state, the positioning post 221 is engaged in the limiting groove 310. With the combined action of the positioning post 221 and the limiting groove 310, the partition plate 20 can be positioned and limited during rotation, thereby improving the accuracy of the partition plate 20 during rotation and enhancing the stability of the partition plate 20, preventing the angle between the partition plate 20 and the storage cavity 11 from changing when the driving force disengages from the partition plate 20.

[0042] For ease of description below, when the partition plate 20 is rotated to the second state, as follows: Figure 2 As shown, the partition plate 20 is flush with the bottom wall of the frame body 10, that is, the partition plate 20 is fitted to the bottom wall of the frame body 10, and the multiple sub-chambers 110 are in a connected state; when the partition plate 20 is rotated to the first state, as... Figure 1 As shown, the partition plate 20 is perpendicular to or inclined to the bottom wall of the skeleton body 10 (not parallel), and the multiple sub-chambers 110 are in a separated state.

[0043] Furthermore, there can be multiple limiting grooves 310 and positioning posts 221. In this way, when the partition plate 20 is rotated to the second state, one positioning post 221 is engaged in one limiting groove 310. At this time, multiple sub-chambers 110 are in a connected state. When the partition plate 20 is rotated to the first state, another positioning post 221 is engaged in another positioning groove to achieve positioning of the partition plate 20. At this time, multiple sub-chambers 110 are in a connected state.

[0044] Optionally, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the hinge assembly 30 may further include a reset member 33, which is in a pre-compressed or pre-tensioned state when the partition plate 20 is in the second state. Thus, when the user pushes the partition plate 20 to rotate, the reset member 33 can provide a certain reset force for the rotation of the partition plate 20, making the drive of the partition plate 20 less strenuous, easier for the user to operate, and improving the user experience.

[0045] The aforementioned reset member 33 may provide a reset force when the user adjusts the partition plate 20 from the first state to the second state, or it may provide a reset force when the user adjusts the partition plate 20 from the second state to the first state. Alternatively, the aforementioned reset member 33 may provide a reset force when the user adjusts the partition plate 20 from the first state to the second state and also when the user adjusts the partition plate 20 from the second state to the first state.

[0046] In one exemplary embodiment provided in this disclosure, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the aforementioned reset component 33 is a spring post 330. The spring post 330 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the hinge shaft 32, and one end of the spring post 330 is fixedly connected to the mounting block 22, while the other end of the spring post 330 is fixedly connected to the connector 31. Since the two ends of the spring post 330 are fixedly connected to the fixed block and the connector 31, respectively, when the plate 21 rotates and drives the mounting hole 220 to rotate, the end of the spring post 330 connected to the mounting block 22 will rotate, while the connector 31 connected to the other end of the spring post 330 does not rotate synchronously, causing the spring post 330 to twist, thereby generating a reset force opposite to the rotation direction of the plate 21, providing a driving force for the subsequent reversal of the plate 21.

[0047] In this disclosure, the aforementioned reset member 33 can also be a torsion spring, an air spring, etc. This disclosure does not limit this, as long as it can provide a reset force during the rotation of the partition plate 20.

[0048] It should be noted that, Figure 5The dotted line represents the shape of the storage cavity 11 in the prior art, which is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom. This means that the larger upper part of the sub-dashboard 1 occupies a significant amount of space inside the vehicle, while the smaller lower part also affects the overall capacity of the storage cavity 11, impacting user experience. Therefore, in an exemplary embodiment provided in this disclosure, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the storage cavity 11 gradually increases in width from top to bottom. In other words, compared with the conventional sub-instrument panel 1 which is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, the storage cavity 11 at the bottom of the sub-instrument panel 1 is increased by making reasonable use of the space occupied at the top of the sub-instrument panel 1 without affecting the space occupied at the top of the sub-instrument panel 1.

[0049] Optionally, such as Figure 5 As shown, the sub-dashboard 1 may also include multiple hanging items 100, which are detachably connected to the inner wall of the frame body 10 and protrude from the interior of the storage cavity 11. By providing hanging items 100 on the inner wall of the frame body 10, users can have more storage options. Users can hang items on the hanging items 100, making it easier to categorize and find different items, and preventing items below from being squeezed by items above.

[0050] Furthermore, the hanging item 100 is detachably connected to the inner wall of the frame body 10, and the user can increase or decrease the number of hanging items 100 according to needs, further facilitating the flexible layout of the space inside the storage cavity 11.

[0051] This disclosure does not limit the detachable manner of the hanging object 100 and the frame body 10. For example, in an exemplary embodiment provided in this disclosure, such as Figure 5 As shown, multiple insertion holes can be provided on the inner wall of the skeleton body 10 of the storage cavity 11. The hanging item 100 can be inserted into any one of the insertion holes, thereby realizing the flexible arrangement of the hanging item 100.

[0052] In one exemplary embodiment provided in this disclosure, the aforementioned insertion hole can be formed as a threaded hole, and the outer surface of one end of the hanging rack can be formed with an external thread, so that the hanging item 100 can be connected to the threaded hole by a threaded connection.

[0053] Alternatively, in other embodiments provided in this disclosure, the hanging object 100 can also be detachably connected to the frame body 10 by means of snap-fit, plug-in or other means, and this disclosure does not limit this.

[0054] like Figure 5As shown, in the embodiment where the storage cavity 11 gradually increases in size from top to bottom (i.e., smaller at the top and larger at the bottom), by providing a hanging member 100 protruding from the storage cavity 11, it is possible to prevent the items suspended on the hanging member 100 from contacting the inner wall of the storage cavity 11 (i.e., the items suspended on the hanging member 100 can remain in a suspended state), thereby avoiding the problem of the items being squeezed by the inner wall of the storage cavity 11.

[0055] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a vehicle including the aforementioned sub-instrument panel 1. This vehicle has all the beneficial effects of the aforementioned sub-instrument panel 1, which will not be described in detail herein.

[0056] The preferred embodiments of the present disclosure have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present disclosure is not limited to the specific details of the above embodiments. Within the scope of the technical concept of the present disclosure, various simple modifications can be made to the technical solutions of the present disclosure, and these simple modifications all fall within the protection scope of the present disclosure.

[0057] It should also be noted that the various specific technical features described in the above specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, this disclosure will not describe the various possible combinations separately.

[0058] Furthermore, various different embodiments of this disclosure can be combined in any way, as long as they do not violate the spirit of this disclosure, they should also be regarded as the content disclosed in this disclosure.

Claims

1. A sub-instrument panel, characterized in that, It includes a frame body (10), a partition plate (20) and a hinge assembly (30), and the interior of the frame body (10) has a storage cavity (11). The partition plate (20) is located inside the storage cavity (11). The hinge assembly (30) includes a hinge shaft (32). Both ends of the hinge shaft (32) are connected to the frame body (10). The partition plate (20) is connected to the hinge shaft (32). The partition plate (20) rotates around the hinge shaft (32) and has a first state and a second state. In the first state, the partition plate (20) is in a vertical state or an inclined state. The partition plate (20) divides the storage cavity (11) into multiple sub-chambers (110). In the second state, the partition plate (20) is attached to the frame body (10), and the multiple sub-chambers (110) are interconnected.

2. The sub-instrument panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The dimension of the partition plate (20) in the width direction of the storage cavity (11) matches the width dimension of the storage cavity (11).

3. The sub-instrument panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hinge assembly (30) is connected to the bottom wall of the skeleton body (10).

4. The sub-instrument panel according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The hinge assembly (30) also includes a plurality of connectors (31), each of which is connected to the skeleton body (10), and both ends of the hinge shaft (32) are hinged to the connectors (31).

5. The sub-instrument panel according to claim 4, characterized in that, There are multiple hinge shafts (32), and the multiple hinge shafts (32) are spaced apart along the width direction of the storage cavity (11).

6. The sub-instrument panel according to claim 4, characterized in that, The partition plate (20) includes a plate body (21) and a mounting block (22) protruding from the plate body (21). The mounting block (22) is provided with a mounting hole (220), and the hinge shaft (32) is hinged to the mounting hole (220).

7. The sub-instrument panel according to claim 6, characterized in that, The connector (31) has a limiting groove (310) on the side near the mounting block (22), and the mounting block (22) has a positioning post (221) on the side near the connector (31). When the partition plate (20) is in the second state, the positioning post (221) is engaged in the limiting groove (310).

8. The sub-instrument panel according to claim 6, characterized in that, The hinge assembly (30) also includes a reset member (33), which is in a pre-compression state or a pre-tension state when the partition plate (20) is in the second state.

9. The sub-instrument panel according to claim 8, characterized in that, The reset component (33) is a spring post (330), which is sleeved on the outer periphery of the hinge shaft (32). One end of the spring post (330) is fixedly connected to the mounting block (22), and the other end of the spring post (330) is fixedly connected to the connector (31).

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the sub-instrument panel (1) according to any one of claims 1-9.

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