Drainage system and vehicle

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of vehicle interiors, and particularly discloses a draining system and a vehicle. The draining system is integrated in the interior of a secondary instrument assembly shell and comprises a tea table module, a wastewater collection container and a flow guide pipeline. A draining groove with a drain port is arranged on the tea table module and is connected with the wastewater collection container below the secondary instrument assembly through the flow guide pipeline. A detachable draining disc is arranged at the top of the draining groove and is used for realizing solid-liquid separation. The system realizes instant flow guide collection of tea drinking wastewater through a stepped drainage path (draining disc-draining groove-flow guide pipeline-wastewater collection container), avoids electrical hazards and hygiene problems caused by seepage and accumulated water in a traditional vehicle interior, and significantly improves the functionality and user experience of the vehicle interior.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle interior technology, and in particular to a drainage system and vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, in-vehicle tea tables, as functional automotive accessories, are usually integrated with the sub-instrument assembly. They combine traditional tea culture with modern technology and, through integrated design, embed the functions required for tea brewing, such as water dispensing, heating, and water storage, into the vehicle's interior space, providing drivers and passengers with the convenience of drinking tea while traveling. They also serve as an important carrier for in-vehicle business and social interaction.

[0003] However, while the aforementioned vehicle-mounted tea table has a hot water production function that can meet the basic needs of users for brewing tea, it lacks wastewater treatment facilities. It is difficult to treat wastewater generated during the tea brewing process in a timely manner, and when wastewater spills on the surface of the tea table, users need to wipe it frequently with a cloth to keep it clean, which affects the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, this application aims to provide a drainage system that facilitates the immediate treatment of wastewater.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this application is implemented as follows:

[0006] A water-draining system is applied to a vehicle's sub-instrument assembly, comprising a tea tray module, a wastewater collection container, and a drainage pipe integrated within the housing of the sub-instrument assembly;

[0007] in:

[0008] The tea table module includes a drain tray and a drain trough located below it, and the drain tray can be detachably covered over the opening of the drain trough.

[0009] The two ends of the guide pipe are respectively connected to the drain outlet of the drain trough and the inlet of the wastewater collection container.

[0010] Furthermore, the tea table module also includes a tea stand support and a tea stand disposed on the tea stand support, and the drain groove is formed on the tea stand; the upper surface of the tea stand is provided with at least one tea utensil placement groove, and a guide hole is opened at the bottom of each tea utensil placement groove, and the guide hole communicates with the drain groove.

[0011] Furthermore, the wall of the teaware placement slot is made of a flexible shock-absorbing material, which is selected from rubber, silicone, thermoplastic polyurethane or rigid polyvinyl chloride elastomer.

[0012] Furthermore, the wastewater collection container is equipped with a wave-damping baffle assembly, which includes at least two baffles arranged perpendicular to the vehicle's direction of travel. Each baffle divides the interior of the wastewater collection container into multiple flow-guiding chambers. And / or, the flow-guiding pipe is connected to the wastewater collection container via a quick-connect fitting, and the quick-connect fitting has a built-in pressure-sensitive check valve. When a separation signal between the flow-guiding pipe and the quick-connect fitting is detected, the pressure-sensitive check valve closes within 0.5 seconds.

[0013] Furthermore, the bottom of the drain tray is provided with an annular magnetic ring, and the tea holder is provided with a magnetic strip with the opposite polarity to the annular magnetic ring, so as to realize the quick positioning and installation of the drain tray; and / or, the outer wall of the wastewater collection container is provided with a guide buckle, and the inner wall of the housing corresponding to the wastewater collection container is provided with a guide groove, and the wastewater collection container and the housing are fixed by insertion and removal through the cooperation of the guide buckle and the guide groove.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, this application has the following advantages:

[0015] (1) The drainage system described in this application, through the combined use of the drainage trough, the drainage tray, the guide pipe and the wastewater collection container, allows wastewater to directly enter the drainage trough through the drainage tray and enter the wastewater collection container through the guide pipe, so as to treat the wastewater in time, realize the drainage function of the tea table module, and at the same time avoid the occurrence of frequent wiping of wastewater by users, as well as avoid electrical hazards and hygiene problems caused by water leakage in traditional vehicle interiors, thereby improving the functionality and user experience of vehicle interiors.

[0016] (2) The teaware placement slot facilitates the placement of teaware, and the bottom of the teaware placement slot is connected to the draining slot, which can also collect the overflowing teaware and improve the draining effect of the draining system.

[0017] (3) The wall of the teaware placement slot is made of flexible shock-absorbing material. The flexible shock-absorbing material is selected from rubber, silicone, thermoplastic polyurethane or polyvinyl chloride rigid elastomer, which can make this part have a certain degree of flexibility and elasticity, so that the teaware can be embedded in the teaware placement slot to a certain extent under its own weight, so as to prevent the teaware from shaking during the journey, and there is no longitudinal resistance to hinder the teaware from being picked up, which can ensure the convenience of picking up the teaware.

[0018] (4) By installing a wave-damping baffle assembly in the wastewater collection container, the sloshing of water in the wastewater collection container can be reduced, thereby reducing the noise caused by water sloshing and improving the overall vehicle passenger experience. At the same time, the use of quick-connect couplings and pressure-sensitive one-way valves can facilitate the user's disassembly and assembly of the guide pipes and prevent water from flowing out of the wastewater collection container during disassembly and assembly.

[0019] (5) The combination of the annular magnetic ring and magnetic strip enables magnetic connection between the drain tray and the tea table module, facilitating the disassembly and assembly of the drain tray and the cleaning of waste such as tea leaves in the drain trough. At the same time, the combination of the guide buckle and guide groove facilitates the insertion and connection of the wastewater collection container and the shell, making it easy to disassemble and assemble the wastewater collection container and thus easy to clean the wastewater in the wastewater collection container.

[0020] This application also proposes a vehicle in which the auxiliary instrument assembly is provided with the water-draining system described above.

[0021] Furthermore, it also includes a hot water supply device integrated within the housing; the hot water supply device includes a water storage tank, a heater, and a water outlet connected in sequence via a water supply pipe; the water outlet is located on the tea table module, and a booster pump is provided on the water supply pipe for regulating water flow pressure.

[0022] Furthermore, the hot water supply device is provided with a water vapor separation mechanism; the water vapor separation mechanism includes a water vapor separation unit located in the water outlet section, the water vapor separation unit being used to separate the gaseous water located in the water outlet section.

[0023] Furthermore, the water outlet includes a water outlet pipe connected to the heater; the water vapor separation unit includes a water vapor separation pipeline connected to the water outlet pipe, and a water vapor separation valve disposed in the water vapor separation pipeline. The water vapor separation valve is used to separate the gaseous water and liquid water entering the water vapor separation pipeline and output gaseous water.

[0024] Furthermore, the water vapor separation pipeline is connected to the water storage tank, and a reflux pump is provided in the water vapor separation pipeline. The reflux pump is used to pump the separated gaseous water back to the pipeline, and the gaseous water is cooled in the pipeline and transported to the water storage tank.

[0025] The vehicle described in this application is equipped with the aforementioned drainage system, which can instantly treat the wastewater generated during tea brewing, realize the drainage function of the tea table module, and thus help improve the overall quality of the vehicle.

[0026] Furthermore, the hot water supply device includes a water supply pipe, a water storage tank, a heater, a water outlet, and a booster pump, which facilitates the heating, production, and supply of hot water. Its simple structure makes it easy to install. A water vapor separation unit is installed in the water outlet to facilitate the separation and subsequent collection of water vapor entering the outlet. This water vapor separation unit includes a water vapor separation pipeline and a water vapor separation valve, which facilitates the separation of gaseous and liquid water in the outlet pipe, thereby facilitating the collection of gaseous water. Simultaneously, its simple structure allows for convenient maintenance and replacement of components.

[0027] In addition, by setting up a reflux pump, the gaseous water separated in the water vapor separation pipeline can be pumped back to the water storage tank, thereby preventing problems such as scalding of users, fogging of glass and poor water flow caused by steam overflow, hot water splashing, and gas pressure accumulation inside the pipeline. Attached Figure Description

[0028] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of this application. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the sub-instrument assembly described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure shown from another perspective;

[0031] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the structure shown;

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the tea table module and hot water supply device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0033] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure shown below after removing the first shell;

[0034] Figures 6 to 8 They are respectively Figure 5 Other structural diagrams of the structure shown;

[0035] Figure 9 for Figure 8 Sectional view along the middle AA direction;

[0036] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water outlet section with rotational arrangement as described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0037] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the water outlet pipe and the water vapor separation pipeline according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0038] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water storage tank described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0039] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the water storage tank described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0040] Figure 14This is a schematic diagram of the tea table module described in this embodiment of the present invention after removing the drain tray;

[0041] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the tea stand described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0042] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the drain trough described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0043] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the drain tray described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0044] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the wastewater collection container described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the wastewater collection container described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0047] Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism described in this embodiment of the present invention during the lifting process;

[0048] Figure 22 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0049] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0050] 100. Shell;

[0051] 101. First housing; 102. Second housing; 103. Door;

[0052] 200. Tea table module;

[0053] 201. Tea stand support; 202. Tea stand; 2021. Drain tray; 2022. Tea set placement tray; 2023. Draining tray; 20231. Draining hole; 20232. Through hole for placement tray; 2024. Tea set; 2025. Guide hole; 203. Filter screen; 204. Lifting mechanism; 2041. Tea table module drive mechanism; 2042. First base; 20421. First guide rail; 20422. Lifting slider; 2043. Second base; 20431. Second guide rail; 2044. Transmission assembly; 20441. First hinge rod; 20442. Second hinge rod; 2045. Screw; 2046. Moving assembly; 20461. Connecting block; 20462. Sliding rod; 20463. Guide slider; 205. Lifting guide rail;

[0054] 301. Water storage tank; 3011. Water storage container; 3012. Wave baffle; 3014. First plug; 302. Heater; 303. Water outlet; 3031. Water outlet shell; 3032. Water outlet pipe; 304. Booster pump; 305. Water supply pipe; 306. Water vapor separation pipeline; 307. Wastewater collection container; 3071. Flow guide pipeline; 3072. Baffle plate; 3073. Second plug; 308. Return pump; 310. Shell drive unit; 3101. Drive gear; 311. Driven gear; 312. Quick connector;

[0055] 400. Cover plate;

[0056] 500. Cover plate drive mechanism;

[0057] 700. Sterilization components. Detailed Implementation

[0058] To make the technical solution and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0059] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other.

[0060] Furthermore, it should be noted that in the description of this application, if terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," or "outer" appear, indicating orientation or positional relationship, these are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. In addition, if terms such as "first" or "second" appear, they are also used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0061] Furthermore, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly defined, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "connector" 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application in light of the specific circumstances.

[0062] In this application, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0063] The present application will now be described in detail through exemplary embodiments. However, it should be understood that, without further description, elements, structures, and features in one embodiment may be advantageously incorporated into other embodiments.

[0064] An embodiment of the first aspect of this application provides a drainage system applied to a vehicle's sub-instrument assembly, which enables the immediate treatment of wastewater to improve the user experience.

[0065] In related technologies, in-vehicle tea tables, as functional automotive accessories, are usually integrated with the sub-instrument assembly. They combine traditional tea culture with modern technology and, through integrated design, embed the functions required for tea brewing, such as water dispensing, heating, and water storage, into the vehicle's interior space, providing drivers and passengers with the convenience of drinking tea while traveling. They also serve as an important carrier for in-vehicle business and social interaction.

[0066] However, while the aforementioned vehicle-mounted tea table has a hot water production function that can meet the basic needs of users for brewing tea, it lacks wastewater treatment facilities. It is difficult to treat wastewater generated during the tea brewing process in a timely manner, and when wastewater spills on the surface of the tea table, users need to wipe it frequently with a cloth to keep it clean, which affects the user experience.

[0067] In view of this, in order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the drainage system of this embodiment combines... Figures 1 to 19 As shown, the overall design includes a tea table module 200, a wastewater collection container 307, and a flow guide pipe 3071, all integrated into the housing 100 of the sub-instrument assembly.

[0068] The tea table module 200 includes a drain tray 2023 and a drain trough 2021 located below it. The drain tray 2023 can be detachably covered over the opening of the drain trough 2021. The two ends of the guide pipe 3071 are respectively connected to the drain outlet of the drain trough 2021 and the inlet of the wastewater collection container 307.

[0069] Therefore, through the combined use of the drain tray 2021, the drain pan 2023, the guide pipe 3071, and the wastewater collection container 307, wastewater can be directly fed into the drain tray 2021 via the drain pan 2023 and then into the wastewater collection container 307 via the guide pipe 3071 for immediate wastewater treatment, thus realizing the draining function of the tea table module 200. At the same time, it can also avoid the occurrence of users wiping the wastewater frequently, and avoid the electrical hazards and hygiene problems caused by water leakage in traditional vehicle interiors. This can help improve the functionality and user experience of the vehicle interior.

[0070] Based on the above general introduction, specifically, in some exemplary embodiments, the drainage system of this embodiment is suitable for the secondary instrument assembly of a vehicle, and is particularly suitable for the secondary instrument assembly to be mounted between the front seats and the rear seats of the vehicle, and located in the central tunnel area, so as to facilitate the use of the rear passengers.

[0071] Meanwhile, in some exemplary embodiments, the housing 100 of the sub-instrument assembly in this embodiment includes a second housing 102 and a first housing 101 arranged vertically. The tea table module 200 and the wastewater collection container 307 are disposed on the first housing 101. The second housing 102 can be used to configure the cover plate 400 and components such as the cover plate drive mechanism 500 for driving the cover plate 400, thereby enhancing the technological and ceremonial feel of the sub-instrument assembly. Further details will not be elaborated below.

[0072] It should be noted that the direction-related descriptions in this embodiment are merely illustrative examples. In actual implementation, the direction descriptions in this embodiment will vary depending on the orientation of the housing 100; that is, each direction in this embodiment refers to a relative coordinate system with the housing 100 as the reference.

[0073] Continue to combine Figure 6 , Figures 14 to 17 As shown, in some exemplary embodiments, the tea table module 200 of this embodiment further includes a tea seat support 201 and a tea seat 202 disposed on the tea seat support 201, with a drain groove 2021 formed on the tea seat 202. Furthermore, the upper surface of the tea seat 202 is provided with at least one tea utensil placement slot 2022, and each tea utensil placement slot 2022 has a drainage hole 2025 at its bottom, the drainage hole 2025 communicating with the drain groove 2021.

[0074] It is understandable that by setting up the teaware placement trough 2022, it is convenient to place the teaware 2024. Moreover, the bottom of the teaware placement trough 2022 is connected to the drain trough 2021, which can also collect the tea water that overflows from the teaware 2024, thereby improving the drainage effect of the draining system.

[0075] In specific implementations, in some exemplary embodiments, the draining tray 2023 of this embodiment is provided with a plurality of draining holes 20231 corresponding to the draining groove 2021, and a placement groove through hole 20232 corresponding to the tea set placement groove 2022.

[0076] The number and arrangement of the teaware placement slots 2022 can be set and adjusted according to the actual teaware placement needs 2024. For example, the teaware placement slots 2022 on the tea stand 202 can be three arranged at intervals, and the line connecting the three teaware placement slots 2022 can form a triangle.

[0077] Furthermore, in some exemplary embodiments, the wall of the teaware placement slot 2022 in this embodiment is made of flexible shock-absorbing material. The flexible shock-absorbing material is selected from rubber, silicone, thermoplastic polyurethane, or polyvinyl chloride rigid elastomer. Compared with the existing tea seat 202 where the teaware placement slot 2022 is partially made of rigid materials (such as wood, rigid plastic, etc.), the teaware placement slot 2022 can have a certain degree of flexibility and elasticity, which makes it convenient for the teaware 2024 to be embedded in the teaware placement slot 2022 to a certain extent under its own weight, so as to prevent the teaware 2024 from shaking during the journey, and there is no longitudinal resistance to hinder the teaware 2024 from being picked up, thereby ensuring the convenience of picking up the teaware 2024.

[0078] In this embodiment, in addition to using rubber to make the teaware placement groove 2022, the tea stand 202 can also be made of food-grade silicone or liquid silicone materials to give it elastic deformation ability, cushioning performance and a certain degree of wear resistance, so that when the teaware 2024 is placed, it can be embedded into the groove by its own weight, and the encapsulation and friction of the material can be used to fix the teaware 2024, while avoiding shaking.

[0079] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, as mentioned above, the bottom of the teaware placement slot 2022 is connected to the drain slot 2021, for example... Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, each teaware placement slot 2022 is connected to the drain slot 2021 through the guide hole 2025. This facilitates the collection and filtration of wastewater spilled from the teaware 2024.

[0080] Moreover, in some exemplary embodiments, the tea stand 202 is provided with a filter screen 203 located at the drain outlet of the drain trough 2021 to facilitate the filtering and cleaning of waste such as tea dregs.

[0081] In addition, combined Figure 18 and Figure 19As shown, in some exemplary embodiments, the wastewater collection container 307 is provided with a wave-damping baffle assembly, which includes at least two baffles 3072 arranged perpendicular to the vehicle's direction of travel. Each baffle 3072 divides the interior of the wastewater collection container 307 into multiple flow-guiding chambers to reduce the sloshing of water in the wastewater collection container 307.

[0082] Therefore, by installing a wave-damping baffle assembly in the wastewater collection container 307, compared to the existing wastewater tank solution, it can reduce the sloshing of water in the wastewater collection container 307, thereby reducing the noise impact caused by water sloshing and improving the overall vehicle passenger experience. It should be mentioned that the vehicle's direction of travel is... Figure 1 The front and back directions in the middle.

[0083] In specific implementations, in some exemplary embodiments, the wastewater collection container 307 of this embodiment is provided with a drain outlet and a second plug 3073 for sealing the drain outlet. When it is necessary to discharge wastewater from the wastewater tank, the second plug 3073 is opened, and the wastewater can be poured out through the drain outlet.

[0084] Meanwhile, the wave-damping baffle assembly of this embodiment includes multiple baffles 3072 disposed in the wastewater tank to prevent water from sloshing in the wastewater tank. Specifically, there are two baffles 3072, which are visually arranged in a figure-eight shape to facilitate a relatively superior wave-damping effect.

[0085] In this embodiment, in some exemplary implementations, the flow guide 3071 is connected to the wastewater collection container 307 via a quick-connect connector 312, and the quick-connect connector 312 has a built-in pressure-sensitive check valve. When a separation signal is detected between the flow guide 3071 and the quick-connect connector 312, the pressure-sensitive check valve closes within 0.5 seconds.

[0086] The main advantage of this setup is that it allows users to easily install and remove the flow guide pipe 3071 by using the quick-connect fitting 312 and the pressure-sensitive check valve, and also prevents water from flowing out of the wastewater collection container 307 during installation and removal.

[0087] In some exemplary embodiments, the quick-connect connector 312 includes a quick-connect female connector on the side wall of the wastewater tank and a quick-connect male connector on the flow guide pipe 3071. The quick-connect female connector and the quick-connect male connector are connected to achieve communication between the flow guide pipe 3071 and the wastewater collection container 307.

[0088] In addition, in some exemplary embodiments, the bottom of the drain tray 2023 of this embodiment is provided with an annular magnetic ring, and the tea holder 202 is provided with a magnetic strip with the opposite polarity to the annular magnetic ring, so as to realize the quick positioning and installation of the drain tray 2023, that is, to constitute the movable setting of the drain tray 2023, which can facilitate the disassembly and assembly of the drain tray 2023, as well as the cleaning of tea leaves and other waste in the drain trough 2021.

[0089] In addition to using the aforementioned annular magnetic ring and magnetic strip to make the drain tray 2023 detachable, magnets can also be installed on the tea base 202, and the drain tray 2023 can be made of magnetic materials such as ferritic stainless steel or enamel cast iron, thereby allowing the drain tray 2023 to be magnetically connected to the tea base 202. Furthermore, in this embodiment, if necessary, in addition to providing a tea utensil placement slot 2022 on the tea base 202, tea utensil placement slots 2022 can also be arranged in other areas of the tea base support 201.

[0090] Meanwhile, in some exemplary embodiments, the outer wall of the wastewater collection container 307 is provided with a guide buckle, and the inner wall of the corresponding wastewater collection container 307 of the housing 100 is provided with a guide groove. The wastewater collection container 307 and the housing 100 are fixed by insertion and removal through the cooperation of the guide buckle and the guide groove. In this way, it is convenient to connect the wastewater collection container 307 and the housing 100 by insertion, so as to facilitate the disassembly and assembly of the wastewater collection container 307, and thus facilitate the cleaning of wastewater in the wastewater collection container 307.

[0091] It is worth noting that, regarding the drainage system of this embodiment, based on the above exemplary implementations, in specific implementation, as a preferred embodiment, it still consists of 1 to... Figure 19 As shown, it includes a tea table module 200, a wastewater collection container 307, and a flow guide pipe 3071, all integrated into the housing 100 of the sub-instrument assembly.

[0092] The tea table module 200 includes a drain tray 2023 and a drain trough 2021 located below it. The drain tray 2023 can be detachably covered over the opening of the drain trough 2021. The two ends of the guide pipe 3071 are respectively connected to the drain outlet of the drain trough 2021 and the inlet of the wastewater collection container 307.

[0093] The tea table module 200 also includes a tea stand support 201 and a tea stand 202 disposed on the tea stand support 201, with a drain trough 2021 formed on the tea stand 202. Furthermore, the upper surface of the tea stand 202 is provided with at least one tea utensil placement slot 2022, and each tea utensil placement slot 2022 has a guide hole at its bottom, which communicates with the drain trough 2021.

[0094] The wall of the teaware placement slot 2022 is made of flexible shock-absorbing material, which is selected from rubber, silicone, thermoplastic polyurethane or polyvinyl chloride rigid elastomer.

[0095] The wastewater collection container 307 is equipped with a wave-damping baffle assembly, which includes at least two baffles 3072 arranged perpendicular to the vehicle's direction of travel. Each baffle 3072 divides the interior of the wastewater collection container 307 into multiple flow-guiding chambers. Meanwhile, the flow-guiding pipe 3071 is connected to the wastewater collection container 307 via a quick-connect coupling 312, which has a built-in pressure-sensitive check valve. When a separation signal is detected between the flow-guiding pipe 3071 and the quick-connect coupling 312, the pressure-sensitive check valve closes within 0.5 seconds.

[0096] The drain tray 2023 has a ring-shaped magnetic ring at its bottom, and the tea holder 202 has a magnetic strip with the opposite polarity to the ring-shaped magnetic ring, so as to achieve quick positioning and installation of the drain tray 2023. At the same time, the outer wall of the wastewater collection container 307 has a guide buckle, and the inner wall of the corresponding wastewater collection container 307 of the housing 100 has a guide groove. The wastewater collection container 307 and the housing 100 are fixed by insertion and removal through the cooperation of the guide buckle and the guide groove.

[0097] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned drainage system, the specific configuration and arrangement of the housing 100, tea table module 200, wastewater collection container 307, drainage trough 2021, drainage tray 2023, flow guide pipe 3071, anti-surge baffle assembly, quick-connect connector 312, and pressure-sensitive check valve can still be referred to the descriptions in the above-mentioned exemplary embodiments. Furthermore, in this preferred embodiment, the beneficial effects brought about by the design of the housing 100, tea table module 200, wastewater collection container 307, drainage trough 2021, drainage tray 2023, flow guide pipe 3071, anti-surge baffle assembly, quick-connect connector 312, and pressure-sensitive check valve can also be referred to the descriptions in the above-mentioned exemplary embodiments.

[0098] The drainage system in this embodiment, designed as described above, can treat wastewater instantly, enabling the tea table module 200 to drain. It also avoids the need for users to frequently wipe away wastewater. Furthermore, this drainage system design ensures the stability and ease of access for the teaware 2024, facilitates the cleaning of tea leaves and other waste in the drain trough 2021, and avoids electrical hazards and hygiene problems caused by water leakage in traditional vehicle interiors. This enhances the functionality and user experience of the vehicle interior.

[0099] An embodiment of the second aspect of this application provides a vehicle in which the aforementioned water-draining system is provided in the auxiliary instrument assembly.

[0100] Combination Figures 3 to 9 As shown, in some exemplary embodiments, the drainage system of this embodiment also includes a hot water supply device integrated within the housing 100. This hot water supply device includes a water storage tank 301, a heater 302, and a water outlet 303 connected via a water supply pipe 305, and a booster pump 304 mounted on the water supply pipe 305. Furthermore, the water outlet 303 is mounted on the tea table module 200.

[0101] It is understandable that the hot water supply device includes a water supply pipe 305, a water storage tank 301, a heater 302, a water outlet 303, and a booster pump 304, which can facilitate the heating, production, and supply of hot water, and has a simple structure that is easy to arrange.

[0102] It should be mentioned that the booster pump 304 is a type of pump used to lift and transport water (such as water in a water tank) to a target location. It converts mechanical energy into fluid potential energy to meet the water supply needs of different scenarios. In this embodiment, the booster pump 304 can be a miniature centrifugal pump or a miniature diaphragm pump well known to those skilled in the art to meet design requirements such as low flow rate, low head, low noise, and safety and energy saving.

[0103] The heater 302 in this embodiment can be an instantaneous hot water generating mechanism well known to those skilled in the art, such as an instantaneous boiler. An instantaneous boiler is an instant heating device that requires no prior water storage and provides instantaneous heat, widely used in small household appliances such as tea makers, water dispensers, and coffee machines. The core advantage of an instantaneous boiler lies in overcoming the pain points of "waiting" and "repeated heating" inherent in traditional storage-type heating systems, achieving the effect of water heating as soon as it flows through through efficient heating technology.

[0104] Furthermore, instant boilers typically have a power output of around 1350W-2200W and can achieve precise temperature control, with an accuracy of ±1-2℃. Therefore, using an instant boiler allows for arbitrary temperature adjustment, precise temperature control, and rapid hot water output. Compared to existing technologies that use heating films for hot water production, it is advantageous for producing hot water at different temperatures to meet the brewing temperature requirements of different teas (such as 95-100℃ hot water for brewing Pu'er tea and no more than 85℃ hot water for brewing green tea), thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0105] Meanwhile, in some exemplary embodiments, the hot water supply device includes a water vapor separation mechanism. The water vapor separation mechanism includes a water vapor separation unit located in the water outlet 303, which separates the gaseous water located in the water outlet 303. By providing a water vapor separation unit in the water outlet 303, it is convenient to separate and subsequently collect the gaseous water entering the water outlet 303.

[0106] In specific implementations, in some of the exemplary implementations, combined with Figure 9 and Figure 11 As shown, the water outlet 303 in this embodiment includes a water outlet pipe 3032 connected to the heater 302. The water vapor separation unit includes a water vapor separation pipeline 306 connected to the water outlet pipe 3032, and a water vapor separation valve disposed in the water vapor separation pipeline 306. The water vapor separation valve is used to separate the gaseous water and liquid water entering the water vapor separation pipeline 306 and output the gaseous water.

[0107] A water vapor separator valve is a device used to separate gas and liquid in a fluid medium. It separates the gas mixed in the liquid through physical or mechanical principles, ensuring the purity of the fluid in the system and preventing the gas from affecting equipment operation. Therefore, in this embodiment, the water vapor separation unit includes a water vapor separation pipeline 306 and a water vapor separation valve, which facilitates the separation of gaseous water and liquid water in the outlet pipe 3032, thereby facilitating the collection of gaseous water. Furthermore, it features a simple structure and convenient maintenance and replacement of components.

[0108] Furthermore, in some exemplary embodiments, the water vapor separation pipeline 306 is connected to the water storage tank 301, and the water vapor separation pipeline 306 is equipped with a return pump 308, which is used to pump the separated gaseous water back to the pipeline, and the gaseous water is cooled in the pipeline and transported to the water storage tank 301.

[0109] This configuration allows the return pump 308 to pump the gaseous water separated in the water vapor separation pipeline 306 back to the water storage tank 301, thereby preventing problems such as scalding of users, fogging of glass, and obstructed water flow caused by steam overflow, hot water splashing, and gas pressure accumulation inside the pipeline. At the same time, it also achieves the goal of saving water.

[0110] In this embodiment, in some exemplary implementations, the return pump 308 is connected in bypass to the heater 302, and the return pump 308 is capable of drawing and returning water from the heater 302 and the outlet 303 to the water storage tank 301.

[0111] By bypassing the heater 302 with the return pump 308, it is possible to not only pump back the gaseous water, but also to pump back the water from the heater 302 and the outlet 303. Furthermore, it prevents residual water in the pipeline, thus preventing bacterial growth and ensuring safe drinking water, and also prevents blockages caused by freezing in cold weather, which could affect subsequent use. Simultaneously, by delivering both water and gaseous water to the storage tank 301, waste is avoided, and water is conserved.

[0112] It is worth mentioning that the reflux pump 308 is a type of pump used to return part or all of the fluid (liquid or gas) output from the system to the input end. By adjusting the reflux flow rate, the system pressure, flow rate or temperature can be controlled to achieve stable operation of the process.

[0113] In this embodiment, the reflux pump 308 can specifically be a temperature-resistant centrifugal pump or peristaltic pump well-known to those skilled in the art, to meet requirements such as hot water resistance, stable flow rate, and low noise. Therefore, based on the reflux pump 308 in this embodiment, compared to existing solutions without it, the reflux pump 308 facilitates the return and recovery of residual water in the water supply pipe 305 and gaseous water in the water vapor separation pipe 306, better preventing problems such as bacterial growth due to residual water and blockage caused by pipe freezing in cold seasons.

[0114] Furthermore, in some exemplary embodiments, the heater 302 is connected to the water storage tank 301 via a water supply pipe 305, and the end of the heater 302 away from the water storage tank 301 is connected to the water outlet pipe 3032. The return pump 308 is connected to the water storage tank 301 via a return pipeline, and the end of the return pump 308 away from the water storage tank 301 is connected to the water outlet pipe 3032 via a water vapor separation pipeline 306, thus constituting the above-mentioned bypass connection structure between the return pump 308 and the heater 302.

[0115] Meanwhile, in some exemplary embodiments, the return pump 308 of this embodiment can be directly connected to the heater 302. This allows the water remaining in the heater 302 and the outlet 303 to be transported and returned to the water storage tank 301 via the return pump 308. Moreover, if necessary, a control valve is provided between the return pump 308 and the heater 302 to prevent water from flowing back from the return pump 308 during water supply.

[0116] In addition, combined Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, in some exemplary embodiments, the water storage tank 301 is also equipped with a baffle assembly similar to that in the wastewater collection container 307. The baffle assembly is used to reduce the sloshing of water in the water storage tank 301. Therefore, by providing a baffle assembly in the water storage tank 301, compared with the existing water tank solution, it is beneficial to reduce the sloshing of water in the water storage tank 301, thereby reducing the noise impact caused by water sloshing and improving the overall vehicle passenger experience.

[0117] In specific implementations, in some exemplary embodiments, the water storage tank 301 of this embodiment includes a water storage tank 3011, a water inlet provided on the water storage tank 3011, and a first plug 3014 provided on the water storage tank 3011 for sealing the water inlet. When water needs to be added, the first plug 3014 is opened, and clean water can be injected into the water storage tank 3011 through the water inlet.

[0118] Meanwhile, the wave-damping baffle assembly in this embodiment may specifically include multiple wave-damping baffles 3012 disposed in the water storage tank 3011 to prevent water from sloshing in the water storage tank 3011. Specifically, there are two wave-damping baffles 3012, which are visually shaped like the number "8" to facilitate a relatively better wave-damping effect.

[0119] In this embodiment, in some exemplary implementations, the water supply pipe 305 can also be connected to the water storage tank 301 via the quick-connect connector 312, and the quick-connect connector 312 is provided with a pressure-sensitive check valve, which is configured to automatically block the water flow from the water storage tank 301 when the quick-connect connector 312 is disconnected.

[0120] The main advantage of this design is that the quick-connect fitting 312, in conjunction with the pressure-sensitive check valve, facilitates the user's disassembly and assembly of the water supply pipe 305, and prevents water leakage from the water storage tank 301 during disassembly and assembly. In some exemplary embodiments, the quick-connect fitting 312 includes a quick-connect female fitting on the side wall of the water storage tank 3011 and a quick-connect male fitting on the water supply pipe 305. The quick-connect female fitting and quick-connect male fitting are connected to establish communication between the water supply pipe 305 and the water storage tank 301.

[0121] In some of the exemplary implementations, combined with Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the water outlet 303 in this embodiment includes a water outlet housing 3031 disposed on the tea table module 200. The water outlet housing 3031 is used to support and house the water outlet pipe 3032, part of the water supply pipe 305, and part of the water vapor separation pipe 306.

[0122] Furthermore, in some exemplary embodiments, the water outlet 303 of this embodiment is rotatably mounted on the tea table module 200 to facilitate the user's access to hot water. Specifically, the water outlet housing 3031 is rotatably mounted on the tea table module 200, and a driven gear 311 is provided at the bottom of the water outlet housing 3031. A housing drive unit 310 is provided on the tea table module 200, and a drive gear 3101 is provided on the power output shaft of the housing drive unit 310. The drive gear 3101 is meshed with the driven gear 311, thereby driving the drive gear 3101 to rotate through the housing drive unit 310, which in turn drives the driven gear 311 to rotate the water outlet housing 3031.

[0123] In addition, continue to combine Figures 2 to 5 As shown, in some exemplary embodiments, the tea table module 200 is vertically and flexibly disposed in the housing 100, the housing 100 is provided with a tea table module drive mechanism 2041 for driving the tea table module 200 to rise and fall, and the housing 100 is provided with a cover plate 400 and a cover plate drive mechanism 500 connected to the cover plate 400.

[0124] Furthermore, when the tea table module drive mechanism 2041 drives the tea table module 200 to descend to the preset position, the cover plate drive mechanism 500 drives the cover plate 400 to move to the top of the housing 100 and seal the housing 100. When the cover plate drive mechanism 500 drives the cover plate 400 to be stored inside the housing 100, the tea table module drive mechanism 2041 drives the tea table module 200 to rise to the use position.

[0125] It is understandable that by making the tea table module 200 height-adjustable, and simultaneously using a cover 400 driven by a cover drive mechanism 500, the tea table module 200 can be raised to a position suitable for user use when the cover 400 is opened. After the tea table module 200 is lowered into the housing 100, the cover 400 covers and hides the tea table module 200, thereby improving the safety of using the tea table module 200 while driving, making reasonable use of the vehicle's interior space, and allowing the tea table module 200 to better integrate into the cabin environment, thus enhancing the technological and ceremonial feel of the instrument cluster.

[0126] In some exemplary embodiments, the tea table module 200 and the tea table module driving mechanism 2041 of this embodiment are both disposed in the first housing 101, and the cover plate 400 and the cover plate driving mechanism 500 are disposed on the second housing 102. Furthermore, the cover plate driving mechanism 500 drives the cover plate 400 through a transmission mechanism, and the cover plate driving mechanism 500, the cover plate 400 and the transmission mechanism can all adopt relevant structures well known to those skilled in the art. For example, the cover plate driving mechanism 500 can be a drive motor, and the transmission mechanism can be a scheme in which a linkage assembly cooperates with a drive wheel, etc., as long as it can realize that under the drive of the cover plate driving mechanism 500, the cover plate 400 moves to the top of the housing 100 and covers the housing 100, or is stored in the housing 100.

[0127] In specific implementation, the tea table module 200 of this embodiment is housed in the first housing 101 via a lifting mechanism 204 to achieve the purpose of raising and lowering the tea table module 200. Furthermore, the tea table module 200 and the lifting mechanism 204 are arranged vertically in sequence, with the water storage tank 3011 and the wastewater tank both located below the lifting mechanism 204. The first housing 101 is also provided with a door 103 for sealing the water storage tank 3011 and the wastewater tank. By opening the door 103, the water storage tank 3011 and the wastewater tank can be taken out and placed.

[0128] In some of the exemplary implementations, combined with Figures 20 to 22As shown, the lifting mechanism 204 includes a first base 2042 and a second base 2043 disposed vertically spaced in the first housing 101, a transmission component 2044 disposed between the first base 2042 and the second base 2043, and the tea table module drive mechanism 2041 disposed on the second base 2043. The tea table module 200 is disposed on the first base 2042, the second base 2043 is fixedly connected to the first housing 101, the tea table module drive mechanism 2041 is connected to the transmission component 2044, and when the tea table module drive mechanism 2041 drives the transmission component 2044, the transmission component 2044 can drive the first base 2042 to rise and fall, thereby driving the tea table module 200 to rise and fall.

[0129] In specific implementations, in some exemplary embodiments, the transmission assembly 2044 of this embodiment includes a first hinge rod 20441 and a second hinge rod 20442 that are hinged to each other. One end of the first hinge rod 20441 is hinged to the first base 2042, and the other end of the first hinge rod 20441 is slidably disposed on the second base 2043. One end of the second hinge rod 20442 is hinged to the second base 2043, and the other end of the second hinge rod 20442 is slidably disposed on the first base 2042.

[0130] Meanwhile, the tea table module drive mechanism 2041 includes a drive motor mounted on the second base 2043, a screw 2045 connected to the drive shaft of the drive motor, and a moving component 2046 connected to the screw 2045. The movable component 2046 includes a connecting block 20461 threadedly connected to the screw 2045, and a sliding rod 20462 disposed on the connecting block 20461. The sliding rod 20462 is hinged to the first hinge rod 20441. Both ends of the sliding rod 20462 are slidably disposed on the second base 2043. The axial direction of the screw 2045 is parallel to the sliding direction of the first hinge rod 20441 and the second hinge rod 20442. Thus, the screw 2045 can be driven to rotate by a drive motor, causing the screw 2045 to drive the connecting block 20461 to slide along the axial direction of the screw 2045. In this way, with the cooperation of the transmission component 2044, the first base 2042 can be raised and lowered, thereby realizing the raising and lowering of the tea table module 200.

[0131] In some exemplary embodiments, the second base 2043 of this embodiment is provided with two second guide rails 20431 arranged opposite to each other along the width direction of the second base 2043. The two ends of the sliding rod 20462 slide in the two second guide rails 20431 respectively through the guide slider 20463, so as to improve the lifting stability of the first base 2042.

[0132] Similarly, in some exemplary embodiments, the second hinge rod 20442 can be slidably mounted on the first base 2042 via a support rod. The first base 2042 is provided with two first guide rails 20421 arranged opposite to each other along the width direction of the first base 2042. The two ends of the support rod slide in the two first guide rails 20421 respectively via guide sliders 20463, thereby improving the stability of the lifting and lowering of the first base 2042.

[0133] Furthermore, in order to further improve the stability of the lifting of the first base 2042, in some exemplary embodiments, a guide assembly is provided between the first housing 101 and the first base 2042 in this embodiment. The guide assembly includes a lifting guide rail 205 provided on the first housing 101 and a lifting slider 20422 provided on the first base 2042. The lifting slider 20422 is slidably provided on the lifting guide rail 205.

[0134] Of course, in the specific implementation of this embodiment, the number and arrangement of the guide components can be set and adjusted according to the lifting requirements of the tea table module 200. For example, guide components are provided at both ends of the length direction of the first base 2042 to improve the stability of the lifting of the first base 2042.

[0135] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, to further ensure the stability of the lifting and lowering of the first base 2042, the number and arrangement of the first hinge rod 20441 and the second hinge rod 20442 in the transmission assembly 2044 can be adjusted accordingly. For example, the first hinge rod 20441 and the second hinge rod 20442 are two sets arranged opposite to each other along the width direction of the first base 2042, and the two sets of first hinge rods 20441 are connected by a sliding rod 20462, and the two sets of second hinge rods 20442 are connected by a support rod, etc.

[0136] Still refer to Figure 3 As shown, in some exemplary embodiments, the housing 100 includes a sterilization component 700. When the tea table module 200 is lowered and the cover plate 400 is closed on top of the auxiliary instrument housing 100, the sterilization component 700 can sterilize the working surface of the tea table module 200. Here, by providing the sterilization component 700, the tea table module 200 and its components, such as the tea utensils 2024, can be sterilized after each use, preventing bacterial growth. Of course, this sterilization component 700 uses a common germicidal lamp assembly.

[0137] The vehicle in this embodiment, by setting the above-mentioned drainage system, can realize the drainage function of the tea table module 200 and immediately deal with the wastewater generated during the tea brewing process, solving the problem of users' inconvenience in dealing with wastewater, and thus improving the overall interior quality of the vehicle.

[0138] The above descriptions are merely some embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. The technical features or structures in the foregoing different embodiments can be arbitrarily combined to form other specific technical solutions as needed. For those skilled in the art, this application can have various modifications and variations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A water-draining system applied to a vehicle's auxiliary instrument assembly, characterized in that: Includes a tea table module (200), a wastewater collection container (307), and a flow guide pipe (3071) integrated into the housing (100) of the sub-instrument assembly; in: The tea table module (200) includes a drain tray (2023) and a drain trough (2021) located below it. The drain tray (2023) can be detachably covered over the opening of the drain trough (2021). The two ends of the guide pipe (3071) are respectively connected to the drain outlet of the drain trough (2021) and the inlet of the wastewater collection container (307).

2. The drainage system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tea table module (200) also includes a tea seat support (201) and a tea seat (202) disposed on the tea seat support (201), wherein the drain groove (2021) is formed on the tea seat (202); The upper surface of the tea stand (202) is provided with at least one teaware placement slot (2022), and each teaware placement slot (2022) has a drainage hole (2025) at its bottom, which is connected to the draining groove (2021).

3. The drainage system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The wall of the teaware placement slot (2022) is made of a flexible shock-absorbing material, which is selected from rubber, silicone, thermoplastic polyurethane or polyvinyl chloride rigid elastomer.

4. The drainage system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wastewater collection container (307) is equipped with a wave-damping baffle assembly, which includes at least two baffles (3072) arranged perpendicular to the vehicle's direction of travel. Each baffle (3072) divides the interior of the wastewater collection container (307) into multiple flow-guiding chambers; and / or, The flow guide pipe (3071) is connected to the wastewater collection container (307) via a quick-connect connector (312), and the quick-connect connector (312) has a built-in pressure-sensitive check valve. When a separation signal between the flow guide pipe (3071) and the quick-connect connector (312) is detected, the pressure-sensitive check valve closes within 0.5 seconds.

5. The drainage system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The bottom of the drain tray (2023) is provided with an annular magnetic ring, and the tea holder (202) is provided with a magnetic strip with the opposite polarity to the annular magnetic ring, so as to achieve quick positioning and installation of the drain tray (2023); and / or, The outer wall of the wastewater collection container (307) is provided with a guide buckle, and the inner wall of the housing (100) corresponding to the wastewater collection container (307) is provided with a guide groove. The wastewater collection container (307) and the housing (100) are fixed by insertion and removal through the cooperation of the guide buckle and the guide groove.

6. A vehicle, characterized in that: The vehicle's sub-instrument assembly is provided with a water-draining system as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.

7. The vehicle according to claim 6, characterized in that: It also includes a hot water supply device integrated within the housing (100); The hot water supply device includes a water storage tank (301), a heater (302), and a water outlet (303) connected in sequence via a water supply pipe (305); The water outlet (303) is located on the tea table module (200), and the water supply pipe (305) is equipped with a booster pump (304) for adjusting the water flow pressure.

8. The vehicle according to claim 7, characterized in that: The hot water supply device is equipped with a water vapor separation mechanism; The water vapor separation mechanism includes a water vapor separation unit disposed in the water outlet section (303), which is used to separate gaseous water located in the water outlet section (303).

9. The vehicle according to claim 8, characterized in that: The water outlet (303) includes a water outlet pipe (3032) that communicates with the heater (302); The water vapor separation unit includes a water vapor separation pipeline (306) connected to the water outlet pipe (3032), and a water vapor separation valve disposed in the water vapor separation pipeline (306). The water vapor separation valve is used to separate the gaseous water and liquid water entering the water vapor separation pipeline (306) and output the gaseous water.

10. The vehicle according to claim 9, characterized in that: The water vapor separation pipeline (306) is connected to the water storage tank (301), and a return pump (308) is provided in the water vapor separation pipeline (306). The return pump (308) is used to pump the separated gaseous water back to the pipeline, and the gaseous water is cooled in the pipeline and transported to the water storage tank (301).

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