Automotive interior component and vehicle

Abstract

The application relates to an automobile interior part and a vehicle, and belongs to the technical field of automobile interior parts, which comprises a base, a storage compartment arranged in the base, an opening at the top of the storage compartment, a panel movably connected to the base and used for closing or opening the storage compartment, a first end wall and a second end wall at the two ends of the base, a first movable point and a second movable point arranged on the panel, and the panel being embedded in the opening in a closed position, the first movable point moving upwards and moving away from the second movable point while the panel moves from the closed position to an open position, and the second movable point moving towards the first end wall. In the case that the panel is embedded in the opening to make the surface of the interior part flat and beautiful, the panel is moved out of the opening upwards and simultaneously realizes horizontal displacement, and finally stays above the base on one side of the opening, which eliminates the hindrance of the inner wall of the opening to the opening of the panel, and the panel does not occupy the internal space of the storage compartment after being opened.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of automotive interior parts, and more particularly to an automotive interior part and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Automobiles are an important means of transportation in modern society, widely used for personal and commercial transport. An automobile consists of four parts: engine, chassis, body, and electrical system. With the continuous development of automotive technology, vehicle interior and functional designs are also constantly innovating, and the sub-instrument panel is a crucial component of this innovation. Located in the center of the driver's cabin, the sub-instrument panel is primarily used for operating gear shifting and storing items such as cups. Among automotive interior components, the sub-instrument panel is the second most complex after the main instrument panel, requiring very high standards in both appearance and function.

[0003] The sub-dashboard consists of a base, panel, armrest assembly, rear panel, handbrake trim, and other components. A storage compartment is located within the base, with an opening at the top connecting it to the outside. The panel is movably connected to the base for opening or closing the storage compartment. To maximize space utilization, the panel is embedded within the base. To achieve this, most automotive sub-dashboard panels on the market currently employ a roller shutter mechanism. Guide rails are installed on both sides above the sub-dashboard base, and a roller shutter is mounted on the upper side of the base that can slide along the guide rails to open or close the storage compartment.

[0004] However, the opening method of the above panel has some problems. First, the panel can only be located above the opening and cannot be completely embedded in the opening. Second, because it adopts a roller blind mechanism, the length of the roller blind needs to exceed the size of the opening to ensure that it can be rolled up smoothly. Therefore, when the panel is opened, the roller blind occupies too much internal space, thereby reducing the space utilization rate. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application addresses, to at least some extent, one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0006] Therefore, this application aims to provide an automotive interior component and vehicle, which intends to further reduce the encroachment of the panel on the internal space of the storage compartment when it is opened, while ensuring that the panel is embedded in the opening, through a novel structural design of the opening method between the panel and the base, so as to solve the technical problem in the prior art that the panel cannot be fully embedded in the opening and that it encroaches on the internal space when it is opened.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, in a first aspect, this application provides an automotive interior component, comprising: A base, wherein a storage compartment is provided within the base; the top of the storage compartment has an opening that connects to the outside. A panel movably connected to the base for moving between a closed position that closes the storage compartment and an open position that exposes the storage compartment; The base has a first end wall and a second end wall at its two ends in the horizontal direction; The panel has a first movable point and a second movable point arranged horizontally. When the panel is in the closed position, the panel is disposed within the opening, the first movable point is on the side of the second movable point near the first end wall, and the second movable point is near the second end wall; When the panel moves from the closed position to the open position, the first movable point moves upward toward the base while simultaneously moving away from the second movable point; the second movable point moves toward the first end wall.

[0008] With the above-described solution, the storage compartment is closed by the panel being embedded in the opening, and the surface of the interior trim is flat and aesthetically pleasing. The panel opens the storage compartment by moving upward out of the opening and simultaneously moving horizontally. During the opening process, the inner wall at one end of the opening can eliminate the obstruction of the panel's horizontal movement, ensuring that the panel moves out of the opening and the storage compartment is opened. On the other hand, the size of the panel in this application is the same as the opening, which is smaller than the size of a roller blind, thus reducing the space occupied by the panel on the base after it is opened.

[0009] In some embodiments of this application, a first motion trajectory and a second motion trajectory are defined: a first active point of the panel moves along the first motion trajectory, and a second active point of the panel moves along the second motion trajectory; The first motion trajectory is an arc centered within the storage compartment; The second motion trajectory extends toward the direction of the first end wall.

[0010] In the technical solution, by setting the first active point to move along an arc-shaped motion trajectory with its center located inside the storage compartment, the panel can move upward and simultaneously move horizontally when the storage compartment is opened, thereby ensuring that the panel can smoothly detach from the opening of the base and open during the opening process.

[0011] In some embodiments of this application, a first link is further included; one end of the first link is hinged to the first movable point of the panel; the other end of the first link is rotatably connected to the base.

[0012] In the technical solution, the structure is designed to connect the panel and the base through a first connecting rod. The first connecting rod rotates around the connection point with the base, allowing the panel to move along an arc-shaped trajectory, thus enabling the panel to move upward out of the opening and move horizontally simultaneously.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, the first connecting rod includes a first support rod and a second support rod connected in sequence; the first support rod is connected to the base, and the second support rod is connected to the first movable point; when the panel is in the open position, the first support rod passes through the opening, and the second support rod is located above the opening in the horizontal direction near the first end wall.

[0014] In the technical solution, the structural design defines the specific structure of the first connecting rod, so that the first support rod and the second support rod cooperate. During the panel opening process, the first support rod first passes through the opening and finally stops above the base surface. The second support rod moves from inside the base to pass through the opening, eliminating the obstruction of the opening on the base for the first connecting rod to move towards the first end wall. This allows the panel to get as close as possible to the first end wall of the base, thereby completely detaching from the space above the opening and achieving a better storage compartment opening effect.

[0015] In some embodiments of this application, a second link is further included; one end of the second link is hinged to the second movable point of the panel, and the other end of the second link is rotatably connected to the base so that the second motion trajectory is arc-shaped.

[0016] In the technical solution, the structural design provides a connection relationship between the second active point and the base, and provides a constraint on the end of the panel near the second end wall, so that when the end of the panel near the second end wall moves, it moves synchronously upward and horizontally in an arc-shaped trajectory and disengages from the opening.

[0017] In some embodiments of this application, the rotational connection point of the first link on the base is set as the first connection point, and the rotational connection point of the second link on the base is set as the second connection point; The line connecting the two ends of the first link is parallel to the line connecting the two ends of the second link, and the line connecting the first movable point and the second movable point is parallel to the line connecting the first connection point and the second connection point, so that the panel, the first link, the second link and the base form a parallelogram linkage mechanism.

[0018] In the technical solution, since the panel is usually set horizontally when closed, some items can be placed on the panel. Furthermore, since the panel, the first link, the second link, and the base form a parallelogram linkage mechanism, the panel can always remain horizontal during the opening process. Therefore, it is not necessary to move or rearrange the items on the panel during the opening process. This design greatly improves the practicality of the panel.

[0019] In some embodiments of this application, the second motion trajectory extends horizontally from one end of the opening to the other end of the opening.

[0020] In the technical solution, the structural design works in conjunction with the first connecting rod. While the first connecting rod drives the first movable point to move, the second movable point moves directly horizontally from one end of the opening to the other end of the opening. This causes the panel to flip towards the second end wall during the opening process, enabling the first movable point to rise and disengage from the opening more quickly, thereby increasing the speed of opening the panel.

[0021] In some embodiments of this application, a drive component is further included, the drive component being disposed within the storage compartment; the drive component includes: Electric motor; A drive gear is connected to the motor; the motor drives the drive gear to rotate. A driven gear meshes with the driving gear and is disposed at one end of the first connecting rod within the base, so that the driving gear drives the first connecting rod to rotate through the driven gear.

[0022] In the technical solution, the drive gear and the driven gear mesh to drive the first linkage, thereby smoothly and reliably opening the panel.

[0023] Secondly, this application provides an automotive interior component, comprising: a base, wherein a storage compartment is provided within the base; and the top of the storage compartment has an opening communicating with the outside. A panel movably connected to the base for moving between a closed position that closes the storage compartment and an open position that exposes the storage compartment; The base has a first end wall and a second end wall at its two ends in the horizontal direction; The panel has a first movable point and a second movable point arranged horizontally. When the panel is in the closed position, the first movable point is on the side of the second movable point closer to the first end wall, and the second movable point is closer to the second end wall; When the panel moves from the closed position to the open position, the first movable point moves towards the bottom of the base while simultaneously moving away from the second movable point; the second movable point moves towards the first end wall.

[0024] In existing technologies, automotive sub-instrument panels are typically installed in the center of the driver's cab. Their design and function are generally aimed at enhancing interior space utilization, improving the aesthetics of the vehicle's interior, and providing convenient control and information display for the driver and front passenger. The sub-instrument panel consists of a base, panel, armrest assembly, rear panel, handbrake trim, and other components. A storage compartment is located within the sub-instrument panel base, with an opening at the top connecting to the outside. The panel is movably connected to the base for opening or closing the storage compartment. To meet aesthetic requirements, the panel needs to be embedded within the base. To achieve this embedded effect, commonly available automotive sub-instrument panel panels typically employ a roller shutter mechanism. Guide rails are installed on both sides above the sub-instrument panel base, and a roller shutter that can slide along the guide rails to open or close the storage compartment is located on the upper side of the base. However, the opening method of the aforementioned panel has certain problems. First, since the roller blind mechanism moves horizontally directly along the guide rail, the panel can only be positioned above the opening and cannot be fully embedded within it. Second, because it uses a roller blind mechanism, the length of the roller blind needs to exceed the size of the opening to ensure it rolls up smoothly. Therefore, when the panel is open, the roller blind occupies too much internal space, thus reducing space utilization. This application, through the aforementioned solution, allows the panel to be fully embedded within the opening when closed, meeting the requirement of a smooth and aesthetically pleasing interior surface. Simultaneously, when the panel is opened, the downward and horizontal movement of the first movable point allows the panel to disengage from the opening and move horizontally into the storage compartment, eliminating the obstruction of the inner wall at one end of the opening to the horizontal movement of the panel, ensuring the panel moves out of the opening and the storage compartment is opened. Furthermore, the size of the panel in this application is the same as the opening, smaller than the size of a roller blind, thus reducing the space occupied by the panel when open.

[0025] In some embodiments of this application, a first link is further included, one end of which is hinged to the first movable point of the panel; the other end of which is hinged to the base. The first link includes a first support rod, a second support rod, and a third support rod connected in sequence; the first support rod is connected to the base, and the third support rod is connected to the first movable point; When the panel is in the open position, the second support rod is horizontal and attached to the inner top surface of the storage compartment on the side of the opening near the first end wall, so that the panel is below the inner top surface of the storage compartment and spaced apart from it.

[0026] In the technical solution, the structural design defines the specific structure of the first link. The first, second, and third supports work together. The first support acts as a drive, the second support acts as a limit, and the third support acts as a spacer. When the panel moves to the open position, the middle section of the second link protrudes upward and abuts against the inner top surface of the base, separating the panel from the inner top surface of the base. This prevents the panel from colliding with the inner top surface of the storage compartment during the opening process, achieving a better storage compartment opening effect.

[0027] Thirdly, this application provides a vehicle, including: a body; As described above, the automotive interior components are installed inside the vehicle body.

[0028] In this technical solution, the structural design applies automotive interior components to the vehicle, effectively solving the problems of excessive storage space occupied by the panel opening during vehicle operation and the inability of the panel to be embedded in the opening. This provides a more convenient and comfortable user experience for drivers and passengers, enhancing the vehicle's competitiveness in the market.

[0029] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application in the panel closed state when the panel is opened upwards; Figure 3 This is a second structural schematic diagram of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application, in the closed state when the panel is opened upwards; Figure 4 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the automotive interior trim component according to the embodiments of this application during the panel opening process when the panel is opened upwards; Figure 5 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application in the panel open position when the panel is opened upwards; Figure 6 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application, in the panel opening position when the panel is opened upwards; Figure 7 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application in the panel closed state when the panel is opened downwards; Figure 8This is a second structural schematic diagram of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application, in the closed state when the panel is opened downwards; Figure 9 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application during the panel opening process when the panel is opened downwards; Figure 10 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of an automotive interior component according to an embodiment of this application in the panel open position when the panel is opened downwards; Figure 11 This is the second structural schematic diagram of the automotive interior trim component according to the embodiments of this application, in the panel opening position when the panel is opened downwards.

[0031] In the above figures: 100, base; 101, storage compartment; 102, opening; 103, first end wall; 104, second end wall; 105, third end wall; 106, fourth end wall; 200, panel; 201, first movable point; 202, second movable point; 300, first connecting rod; 301, first support rod; 302, second support rod; 303, third support rod; 400, second connecting rod; 500, drive assembly; 501, motor; 502, drive gear; 503, driven gear. Detailed Implementation

[0032] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, 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 of this application. In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between components; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature. 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. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0033] 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.

[0034] It should be noted that in the automotive field, a vehicle includes the body, which is the core structure of the vehicle. The driver's cab is an important component of the vehicle body. The structure of the driver's cab encompasses the cab shell, doors, windows, interior and exterior trim, dashboard, body accessories, seats, and ventilation, heating, and air conditioning systems. The secondary dashboard is located in the center of the driver's cab and is mainly used for operating gear shifting and placing items such as cups. The secondary dashboard includes a panel 200 and a base 100. The base 100 has a storage compartment 101 for placing items such as cups. The top of the storage compartment 101 has an opening 102 that connects to the outside. The panel 200 is used to open or close the storage compartment 101, making it convenient for the driver and passengers to access items.

[0035] In related technologies, to meet aesthetic requirements, the panel 200 needs to be embedded inside the base 100. To achieve this embedding effect, the commonly used automotive sub-dashboard panels 200 on the market typically employ a roller shutter mechanism. This structure usually involves: guide rails on both sides above the sub-dashboard base 100, and a roller shutter on the upper side of the base 100 that can slide along the guide rails to open or close the storage compartment 101. However, the opening method of the panel 200 described above has certain problems. First, because the roller shutter mechanism moves horizontally directly along the guide rails, when the panel 200 is fully embedded in the opening 102, the side walls of the panel 200 are in contact with the inner wall of the storage compartment 101, which means that the panel 200 cannot move directly in the horizontal direction. Therefore, in the prior art, the roller blind mechanism panel 200 can only be located above the opening 102 and cannot be fully embedded in the opening 102. Secondly, since it adopts a roller blind mechanism, the length of the roller blind needs to exceed the size of the opening 102 to ensure that it can be rolled up smoothly. Therefore, when the panel 200 is opened, the roller blind needs to be fully inserted into the storage compartment 101, occupying too much internal space and thus reducing the space utilization rate.

[0036] Based on this, this application proposes an automotive interior component and vehicle. By improving the opening method of the panel 200, while ensuring that the panel 200 is fully embedded in the opening 102, the encroachment of the opening of the panel 200 on the internal space of the storage compartment 101 is further reduced, so as to solve the technical problem in the prior art that the panel 200 cannot be fully embedded in the opening 102 and encroaches on the internal space of the storage compartment 101 when it is opened.

[0037] In the following, embodiments of this application will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0038] As attached Figure 1 As shown in an illustrative embodiment of the automotive interior trim of this application, the automotive interior trim includes a base 100. In the vehicle, the base 100 serves as the main body of the sub-dashboard, providing a position for the installation and fixation of the gear shift mechanism. Furthermore, the base 100 contains a storage compartment 101 for convenient storage of personal items such as teacups by passengers. The top of the storage compartment 101 has an opening 102 communicating with the outside. The base 100 has a first end wall 103 and a second end wall 104 at its two ends in the horizontal direction. The inner walls at both ends of the opening 102 are a third end wall 105 and a fourth end wall 106, respectively. The third end wall 105 is closer to the first end wall 103, and the fourth end wall 106 is closer to the second end wall 104.

[0039] Reference Figures 1 to 6In some embodiments, the automotive interior trim also includes a panel 200, which is movably connected to the base 100 for moving between a closed position of the enclosed storage compartment 101 and an open position of the exposed storage compartment 101. The panel 200 has a first movable point 201 and a second movable point 202 at its two ends in the horizontal direction. When the panel 200 is in the closed position, the first movable point 201 is located near the second movable point 202 on the side closer to the first end wall 103, and the second movable point 202 is located near the second end wall 104. When the panel 200 is in the closed position, it is embedded within the opening 102. When panel 200 moves from the closed position to the open position, the first movable point 201 moves upward toward the base 100 and simultaneously moves away from the second movable point 202. This causes panel 200 to move upward and horizontally toward the first end wall 103. Thus, by moving upward, one end of panel 200 is dislodged from opening 102. Simultaneously, by moving horizontally away from the second movable point 202, panel 200 is moved away from opening 102. This allows one end of panel 200 to dislodge from opening 102 and be partially or completely removed from the space above opening 102.

[0040] This structural design, with the panel 200 embedded in the opening 102 to close the storage compartment 101 and ensure a smooth and aesthetically pleasing interior surface, allows the panel 200 to open the storage compartment 101 by simultaneously disengaging upwards from the opening 102 and shifting horizontally. This ensures that the panel 200 is not obstructed by the end of the opening 102 during opening, allowing it to successfully disengage from the base 100 and open the storage compartment 101. Finally, it rests above the upper surface of the base 100, maximizing the exposure of the opening 102 and opening the storage compartment 101 without encroaching on the internal space of the storage compartment 101. Furthermore, the panel 200 is the same size as the opening 102. Compared to a roller blind, which needs to be larger than the opening 102, the panel 200 is smaller, reducing its footprint on the external space of the base 100.

[0041] In some embodiments, the opening 102 has a third end wall 105 and a fourth end wall 106 at its two ends in the horizontal direction. The third end wall 105 is inclined relative to the horizontal plane, such that the bottom of the third end wall 105 is closer to the fourth end wall 106 than the top. When the panel 200 is in the closed position, the end face of the panel 200 near the third end wall 105 engages with the third end wall 105, such that the end face of the panel 200 at that end is inclined in the same direction as the third end wall 105. This structural design ensures that the third end wall 105 at one end of the opening 102 matches the direction of movement of the panel 200, further eliminating the obstruction of the opening 102 to the upward and horizontal movement of the panel 200, and ensuring that the panel 200 can be dislodged from the opening 102 and exit the base 100.

[0042] In some embodiments, a first motion trajectory is defined, and a first movable point 201 of the panel 200 moves along the first motion trajectory, which is an arc centered within the storage compartment 101. This structural design limits the first motion trajectory of the panel 200 to an arc centered within the storage compartment 101, with the direction of movement of the arc trajectory being its tangential direction, and its center being within the storage compartment 101. Therefore, the tangential direction of the arc trajectory is a vertically upward direction and a horizontal direction away from the opening 102, thereby enabling the first movable point 201 to move upward towards the base 100 and simultaneously move away from the second movable point 202 when the panel 200 moves from the closed position to the open position.

[0043] In some embodiments, a first connecting rod 300 is further included; one end of the first connecting rod 300 is hinged to a first movable point 201 of the panel 200; the other end of the first connecting rod 300 is rotatably connected to the base 100. This structural design connects the panel 200 and the base 100 respectively through the first connecting rod 300, and rotatably connects the first connecting rod 300 to the base 100, so that the first connecting rod 300 rotates around its connection point with the base 100, and the first movable point 201 of the panel 200 moves along an arc-shaped trajectory with the other end of the first connecting rod 300, realizing that the first movable point 201 moves along an arc-shaped first motion trajectory. On the other hand, by hinged to the first movable point 201 of the panel 200 via the first link 300, when the first link 300 rotates upward, the end of the panel 200 near the second movable point 202 can swing downward relative to the first link 300, preventing the end of the panel 200 near the second movable point 202 from tilting upward and increasing the envelope of the panel 200 when it moves, thus ensuring that the panel 200 occupies less space when it moves.

[0044] Furthermore, the first link 300 is usually configured as two sets, with the two sets of first link 300 respectively located on both sides of the panel 200, so that the panel 200 is located between the two sets of first link 300.

[0045] This structural design connects both sides of the panel 200 to the first connecting rod 300, allowing both sides of the panel 200 to be supported by the base 100 via the corresponding first connecting rod 300 during movement, thus improving the stability of the panel 200 during movement. Furthermore, this design allows the first connecting rods 300 to be located on either side of the interior space of the storage compartment 101, and the first connecting rods 300 are typically mounted against the wall, minimizing their impact on the interior space of the storage compartment 101.

[0046] In some embodiments, the first link 300 includes a first support rod 301, one end of which is rotatably connected to the base 100 via a pivot, and the rotatable connection point is located below the third end wall 105.

[0047] The first connecting rod 300 also includes a second support rod 302. A hinge support is typically integrally formed on the first movable point 201 of the panel 200. The end of the second support rod 302 away from the first support rod 301 is hinged to the hinge support. Through holes are provided at the connection points of the second support rod 302 and the hinge support, and pins are inserted into both through holes, thereby achieving the hinge connection between the first movable point 201 of the panel 200 and the second support rod 302. When the panel 200 is in the open position, the first support rod 301 passes through the opening 102, and the second support rod 302 is located above the opening 102 in the horizontal direction near the first end wall 103.

[0048] This structural design utilizes the cooperation between the first support rod 301 and the second support rod 302. During the opening of the panel 200, the first support rod 301 first passes through the opening 102 and eventually stops above the upper surface of the base 100. The second support rod 302 moves from inside the base 100 to pass through the opening 102. This ensures that during the opening of the panel 200, the opening 102 on the base 100 does not obstruct the movement of the first connecting rod 300 towards the first end wall 103. This allows the panel 200 to approach the first end wall 103 of the base 100 to the maximum extent, thereby completely escaping the space above the opening 102 and achieving a better opening effect for the storage compartment 101.

[0049] In some embodiments, a second motion trajectory is defined: the second active point 202 of the panel 200 moves along the second motion trajectory; the second motion trajectory extends toward the first end wall 103.

[0050] This structural design allows the second motion trajectory to coordinate with the first motion trajectory, so that when the first movable point 201 of the panel 200 moves upward and horizontally toward the first end wall 103, the second movable point 202 of the panel 200 can move in the same way, ensuring that both ends of the panel 200 can smoothly exit the opening 102 to leave the base 100, and allowing the panel 200 to get as close as possible to the first end wall 103 of the base 100, making room above the opening 102.

[0051] In some embodiments, a second connecting rod 400 is further included. One end of the second connecting rod 400 is rotatably connected to the base 100 via a pivot, and the other end of the second connecting rod 400 is hinged to the second movable point 202 of the panel 200. A hinge support, which is hinged to the second connecting rod 400, is typically integrally formed on the second movable point 202 of the panel 200. Through holes are provided at the connection points of the second connecting rod 400 and the hinge support, and pins are inserted into both through holes, thereby achieving the hinge connection between the second movable point 202 of the panel 200 and the second connecting rod 400, so that the second motion trajectory is an arc shape that matches the first motion trajectory.

[0052] The structure is designed to connect the panel 200 and the base 100 via a second link 400. The second link 400 is rotatably connected to the base 100, so that the second link 400 rotates around its connection point with the base 100. The second movable point 202 of the panel 200 moves along an arc-shaped trajectory with the other end of the second link 400, so that the second movable point 202 moves along an arc-shaped second motion trajectory, making the second motion trajectory match the first motion trajectory.

[0053] Furthermore, the second link 400 is usually configured as two sets, with the two sets of second link 400 respectively located on both sides of the panel 200, so that the panel 200 is located between the two sets of second link 400.

[0054] This structural design connects both sides of the panel 200 to the second link 400, so that both sides of the panel 200 can be supported by the base 100 through the second link 400 during movement, thus improving the stability of the panel 200 during movement. On the other hand, it allows the second link 400 to be located on both sides of the internal space of the storage compartment 101, and the second link 400 is usually set against the wall, so it does not occupy too much space inside the storage compartment 101.

[0055] In some embodiments, the rotational connection point of the first link 300 on the base 100 is set as the first connection point, and the rotational connection point of the second link 400 on the base 100 is set as the second connection point; the line connecting the two ends of the first link 300 is parallel to the line connecting the two ends of the second link 400, and the line connecting the first movable point 201 and the second movable point 202 is parallel to the line connecting the first connection point and the second connection point, so that the panel 200, the first link 300, the second link 400 and the base 100 constitute a parallelogram linkage mechanism.

[0056] This design enables the panel 200, first link 300, second link 400, and base 100 to form a parallelogram linkage mechanism. In the prior art, a parallelogram mechanism consists of a frame, two cranks, and a coupling link: the frame serves as a fixed support, with cranks rotatably connected to both ends; the two cranks remain parallel to each other during movement; the ends of the two cranks furthest from the frame are rotatably connected to the coupling link, which remains parallel to its initial position during movement. In this application, the base 100 serves as the frame in the parallelogram linkage mechanism, the first link 300 and second link 400 serve as the two cranks in the parallelogram linkage mechanism, and the panel 200 serves as the coupling link in the parallelogram linkage mechanism. The panel 200 is typically horizontally positioned, and the parallelogram linkage mechanism ensures that the panel 200 remains parallel to its initial position during opening. Furthermore, since panel 200 is typically horizontal when closed, items can be placed on it. Through a parallelogram-shaped linkage mechanism, panel 200 remains horizontal during opening, eliminating the need to move or rearrange items on it. This design significantly improves the practicality of panel 200. It should be noted that... Figure 2 This is a structural diagram showing the panel 200 and one side of the base 100 hidden when the panel 200 is in the closed state. Figure 2 In the middle, the first link 300 and the second link 400 are in a separated state. Figures 3-5 This is a structural diagram showing the concealed side of the base 100.

[0057] In another embodiment, the second motion trajectory extends horizontally from one end of the opening 102 to the other end of the opening 102.

[0058] This structural design works in conjunction with the first connecting rod 300. While the first connecting rod 300 drives the first movable point 201 to move upward, the second movable point 202 moves directly horizontally from one end of the opening 102 to the other end. This causes the end of the panel 200 near the first movable point 201 to move upward, while the height of the end of the panel 200 near the second movable point 202 remains unchanged. Consequently, during the opening process, the panel 200 flips towards the side closer to the second end wall 104. This flip further intensifies the upward movement of the panel 200 near the first movable point 201, enabling the first movable point 201 to rise and disengage from the opening 102 more quickly, thereby increasing the speed at which the panel 200 is opened.

[0059] Furthermore, a sliding groove is formed on the inner wall of the base 100 in the horizontal direction. A slider is hinged to the second movable point 202 of the panel 200, and the slider is slidably disposed in the sliding groove.

[0060] With the above design, while the first connecting rod 300 drives the first movable point 201 to move, the second movable point 202 slides horizontally along the sliding groove using a slider, so that the second movable point 202 can slide from one end of the opening 102 to the other end, thereby enabling the panel 200 to flip towards the side closer to the second end wall 104 during the opening process, and thus enabling the first movable point 201 to rise and disengage from the opening 102 more quickly, thereby increasing the speed of opening the panel 200.

[0061] In some embodiments, a drive assembly 500 is further included, which is disposed within the storage compartment 101 and is used to drive the rotation of the first link 300.

[0062] The drive assembly 500 includes a motor 501. The motor 501 is mounted on the inner wall of the base 100, with its mounting point located diagonally below the opening 102. The tilt direction is typically towards the side closer to the first end wall 103, allowing the motor 501 to avoid obstructing the space directly below the opening 102 and reducing its impact on the storage compartment 101's storage space. The motor 501 is the power element for the first link 300, providing driving force for its rotation.

[0063] The drive assembly 500 also includes a drive gear 502, which is connected to the motor 501. The motor 501 typically has an output shaft, and the drive gear 502 is typically mounted on the output shaft of the motor 501. The motor 501 drives its output shaft to rotate, and the output shaft in turn drives the drive gear 502 to rotate.

[0064] The drive assembly 500 also includes a driven gear 503. The driven gear 503 is installed below the end of the opening 102 near the first end wall 103, and between the drive gear 502 and the opening 102. This allows the driven gear 503 to avoid the space directly below the opening 102, reducing the space occupied by the driven gear 503 in the storage compartment 101. The driven gear 503 meshes with the drive gear 502 and is connected to the end of the first connecting rod 300 away from the first connection point. This ensures that the driven gear 503 and the rotation center of the first connecting rod 300 are coaxially arranged, further enabling the drive gear 502 to drive the first connecting rod 300 to rotate through the driven gear 503.

[0065] By installing the driven gear 503 below the opening 102 through this design, it can be ensured that when the panel 200 is opened, the first connecting rod 300 can be as close as possible to the first end wall 103, thereby making the opening 102 as open as possible and facilitating the retrieval of items.

[0066] Furthermore, the drive assembly 500 is typically configured in two sets, and the first link 300 is configured in two sets accordingly. Both sets of drive assemblies 500 and the two sets of first links 300 are respectively disposed on the inner walls of the base 100 on both sides of the panel 200, so that each inner wall on the same side of the base 100 has a set of drive assemblies 500 and a set of first links 300. The drive assembly 500 drives the corresponding first link 300 on the same side to rotate through the gear transmission between the drive gear 502 and the driven gear 503.

[0067] This design mounts the drive components 500 onto the inner walls of the bases 100 on both sides of the panel 200. Both drive components 500 drive the sides of the panel 200 via corresponding first connecting rods 300, improving the stability of the panel 200's movement. Furthermore, positioning the two drive components 500 on either side of the opening 102 not only reduces the space occupied inside the storage compartment 101 but also ensures that space is avoided directly below the opening 102, facilitating the placement of items into or removal from the storage compartment 101 through the opening 102.

[0068] As attached Figure 1 and attached Figures 7 to 11 As shown, this application also provides an automotive interior component, including a base 100. In the vehicle, the base 100 serves as the main body of the sub-dashboard, providing a mounting and fixing position for the gear shift mechanism. Furthermore, the base 100 contains a storage compartment 101 for storing personal items such as teacups. The top of the storage compartment 101 has an opening 102 communicating with the outside. The base 100 has a first end wall 103 and a second end wall 104 at its two horizontal ends.

[0069] In some embodiments, the automotive interior trim also includes a panel 200, which is movably connected to the base 100 for moving between a closed position of the enclosed storage compartment 101 and an open position of the exposed storage compartment 101. A first movable point 201 and a second movable point 202 are horizontally disposed on the panel 200, respectively located near the two ends of the panel 200 in the horizontal direction. When the panel 200 is in the closed position, it is embedded in the opening 102. The first movable point 201 is located near the second movable point 202 on the side near the first end wall 103, and the second movable point 202 is located near the second end wall 104. When the panel 200 moves from the closed position to the open position, the first movable point 201 moves towards the bottom of the base 100 while simultaneously moving away from the second movable point 202; the second movable point 202 moves towards the first end wall 103.

[0070] When the panel 200 is in the closed position, it can be completely embedded in the opening 102. When the panel 200 is opened from the closed position, it moves downwards from the base 100 via the first movable point 201 and moves away from the second movable point 202. This downward movement allows one end of the panel 200 to disengage from the opening 102, while the movement away from the second movable point 202 allows the panel 200 to move away from the opening 102. This eliminates the obstruction of the inner wall of the opening 102 to the horizontal movement of the panel 200, ensuring that the panel 200 moves out of the opening 102 and opens the storage compartment 101. In addition, the size of the panel 200 is the same as that of the opening 102. Compared to the roller blind, which needs to be larger than the opening 102, the size of the panel 200 is smaller, reducing the space occupied by the panel 200 on the outside of the base 100.

[0071] In some embodiments, a first link 300 is further included, one end of which is hinged to a first movable point 201 of the panel 200; the other end of which is hinged to the base 100.

[0072] The first link 300 includes a first support rod 301, which is rotatably connected to the base 100 via a pivot. The rotatable connection point is located below the third end wall 105 and serves as a driving mechanism.

[0073] The first link 300 also includes a second support rod 302, which is connected to the first support rod 301. When the panel 200 is in the open position, the second support rod 302 is in a horizontal state and is attached to the inner top surface of the storage compartment 101 on the side of the opening 102 near the first end wall 103.

[0074] The first connecting rod 300 also includes a third support rod 303, which connects the second support rod 302 and the panel 200. A hinge support is integrally formed on the first movable point 201 of the panel 200. Through holes are provided at the connection points of the hinge support and the third support rod 303, and the two are connected by pins passing through their respective through holes, thus achieving a hinge. When the panel 200 is in the open position, the third support rod 303 extends downward relative to the second support rod 302, creating a vertical gap between the first movable point 201 and the second support rod 302. This separates the panel 200 from the inner top surface of the base 100 when the second support rod 302 is attached to the inner top surface of the base 100.

[0075] This structural design uses the second support rod 302 to limit movement, causing the middle section of the second connecting rod 400 to protrude upwards, separating the panel 200 from the inner top surface of the base 100. This prevents the panel 200 from colliding with the inner top surface of the storage compartment 101 during opening, resulting in a better opening effect for the storage compartment 101. It should be noted that... Figure 7This is a structural diagram showing the panel 200 and one side of the base 100 hidden when the panel 200 is in the closed state. Figure 7 In the middle, the first link 300 and the second link 400 are in a separated state. Figures 8-10 This is a structural diagram showing the concealed side of the base 100.

[0076] Furthermore, this application also provides a vehicle, which includes a body. The body is the core structure of the vehicle, and the cab is an important component of the vehicle body. The structure of the cab includes the cab shell, doors, windows, interior and exterior trim, dashboard, body accessories, seats, and ventilation, heating, and cooling devices. The vehicle further includes the aforementioned interior trim components. Applying these interior trim components to the vehicle solves the problem of large and unsightly gaps in the traditional panel 200 opening design, reduces the space occupied by the panel 200 when open, improves vehicle comfort and safety, provides a more convenient and comfortable user experience for passengers, and enhances the vehicle's competitiveness in the market.

[0077] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting this application. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. An automotive interior component, characterized in that, It includes: A base (100) is provided with a storage compartment (101) inside the base (100); the top of the storage compartment (101) has an opening (102) communicating with the outside. A panel (200) is movably connected to the base (100) for moving between a closed position that closes the storage compartment (101) and an open position that exposes the storage compartment (101); The base (100) has a first end wall (103) and a second end wall (104) at its two ends in the horizontal direction. The panel (200) is provided with a first movable point (201) and a second movable point (202) along the horizontal direction. When the panel (200) is in the closed position, the panel (200) is disposed in the opening (102), the first movable point (201) is on the side of the second movable point (202) near the first end wall (103), and the second movable point (202) is near the second end wall (104). When the panel (200) moves from the closed position to the open position, the first active point (201) moves upward toward the base (100) and moves away from the second active point (202); the second active point (202) moves toward the first end wall (103).

2. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first motion trajectory and a second motion trajectory are defined: the first active point (201) of the panel (200) moves along the first motion trajectory, and the second active point (202) of the panel (200) moves along the second motion trajectory; The first motion trajectory is an arc centered within the storage compartment (101); The second motion trajectory extends toward the first end wall (103).

3. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 2, characterized in that, It further includes a first link (300); one end of the first link (300) is hinged to the first movable point (201) of the panel (200); the other end of the first link (300) is rotatably connected to the base (100).

4. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first connecting rod (300) includes a first support rod (301) and a second support rod (302) connected in sequence; the first support rod (301) is connected to the base (100), and the second support rod (302) is connected to the first movable point (201); when the panel (200) is in the open position, the first support rod (301) passes through the opening (102), and the second support rod (302) is located above the opening (102) in the horizontal direction near the first end wall (103).

5. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 3, characterized in that, It further includes a second link (400); one end of the second link (400) is hinged to the second movable point (202) of the panel (200), and the other end of the second link (400) is rotatably connected to the base (100) so that the second motion trajectory is arc-shaped.

6. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first connecting rod (300) has a rotational connection point on the base (100) designated as a first connection point, and the second connecting rod (400) has a rotational connection point on the base (100) designated as a second connection point; The line connecting the two ends of the first link (300) is parallel to the line connecting the two ends of the second link (400), and the line connecting the first movable point (201) and the second movable point (202) is parallel to the line connecting the first connection point and the second connection point, so that the panel (200), the first link (300), the second link (400) and the base (100) constitute a parallelogram linkage mechanism.

7. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second motion trajectory extends horizontally from one end of the opening (102) to the other end of the opening (102).

8. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The storage compartment (101) is further included with a drive assembly (500) disposed therein; the drive assembly (500) includes: Motor (501); A drive gear (502) is connected to the motor (501); the motor (501) drives the drive gear (502) to rotate. Driven gear (503) meshes with drive gear (502) and is located at one end of the first connecting rod (300) in the base (100) so that the drive gear (502) drives the first connecting rod (300) to rotate through the driven gear (503).

9. An automotive interior component, characterized in that, It includes: A base (100) is provided with a storage compartment (101) inside the base (100); the top of the storage compartment (101) has an opening (102) communicating with the outside. A panel (200) is movably connected to the base (100) for moving between a closed position that closes the storage compartment (101) and an open position that exposes the storage compartment (101); The base (100) has a first end wall (103) and a second end wall (104) at its two ends in the horizontal direction. The panel (200) is provided with a first movable point (201) and a second movable point (202) along the horizontal direction. When the panel (200) is in the closed position, the first active point (201) is on the side of the second active point (202) near the first end wall (103), and the second active point (202) is near the second end wall (104). When the panel (200) moves from the closed position to the open position, the first active point (201) moves toward the bottom of the base (100) and moves away from the second active point (202); the second active point (202) moves toward the first end wall (103).

10. The automotive interior trim component according to claim 9, characterized in that, It further includes a first link (300), one end of which is hinged to the first movable point (201) of the panel (200); the other end of which is hinged to the base (100). The first link (300) includes a first support rod (301), a second support rod (302) and a third support rod (303) connected in sequence; the first support rod (301) is connected to the base (100) and the third support rod (303) is connected to the first movable point (201). When the panel (200) is in the open position, the second support rod (302) is in a horizontal state and is attached to the inner top surface of the storage compartment (101) on the side of the opening (102) near the first end wall (103), so that the panel (200) is below the inner top surface of the storage compartment (101) and spaced apart from it.

11. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: Body; The automotive interior component as described in any one of claims 1 to 10 is installed inside the vehicle body.

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