A hidden hook for automobile auxiliary instrument

Abstract

The application relates to a hidden hook for a car auxiliary instrument panel and relates to the technical field of car interior components, which comprises an auxiliary instrument panel and a mounting plate arranged on the inner side of the auxiliary instrument panel, a fixed block is arranged on the mounting plate, a moving block is arranged on the side of the fixed block close to the auxiliary instrument panel, a driving mechanism for slidingly pushing the moving block and a locking mechanism for locking the position of the moving block are arranged between the moving block and the fixed block, a guide mechanism for limiting the movement track of the moving block is arranged on the mounting plate, a hook is arranged on the side of the moving block close to the auxiliary instrument panel, and a avoiding hole for avoiding the hook is arranged on the auxiliary instrument panel. The application can stably hide the hook for the car auxiliary instrument panel in the inner side of the auxiliary instrument panel in a non-use state, has the effects of reducing space occupation and eliminating safety threats.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive interior component technology, and in particular to a hidden hook for automotive auxiliary instrument panel. Background Technology

[0002] In the automotive industry, as people's demands for driving experience and interior space utilization continue to increase, the rational placement and securing of items inside the vehicle has become increasingly important. As a crucial component between the driver and passenger seats, the effective utilization of the unused space in the center console is significant for improving the tidiness and convenience of item placement within the vehicle. Properly utilizing this space can make the interior environment more organized and orderly, especially for vehicles with limited storage space, where its value is even more pronounced.

[0003] Currently, to meet the need for temporary securing of items inside the vehicle, existing technology typically involves installing exposed hooks on the passenger side dashboard. These hooks utilize the unused space on the passenger side dashboard to secure lightweight personal items such as shopping bags and handbags, preventing them from shaking, tipping over, or slipping while the vehicle is in motion. They can also store small items such as umbrellas and keychains, making frequently used items readily accessible without taking up space in cup holders or storage boxes. Additionally, they can help tidy up the interior environment, reducing the accumulation of loose items on the seats or floor, and making the cabin more organized.

[0004] However, existing exposed instrument cluster hooks have significant drawbacks in practical use. When not in use, these hooks cannot be retracted, occupying usable space around the instrument cluster and potentially interfering with cup holders, phone placement, or hand operation. Their protruding structure can also obstruct movement when retrieving items, even snagging clothing or bag straps, affecting the smoothness of operation for drivers and passengers. Furthermore, during sudden braking or a collision, the exposed hooks become hard protrusions, posing a risk of injury to passengers, particularly to the legs or abdomen of front-seat passengers. Therefore, exposed instrument cluster hooks require improvement. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the issues of exposed auxiliary instrument panel hooks occupying space and posing safety threats, this application provides a concealed auxiliary instrument panel hook for automobiles.

[0006] This application provides a concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instrument panels, employing the following technical solution: A concealed hook for a car's secondary instrument panel includes a secondary instrument panel and a mounting plate disposed inside the secondary instrument panel. The mounting plate is provided with a fixed block, and a movable block is provided on the side of the fixed block near the secondary instrument panel. A drive mechanism for pushing the movable block to slide and a locking mechanism for locking the position of the movable block are provided between the movable block and the fixed block. The mounting plate is provided with a guide mechanism for limiting the movement trajectory of the movable block. A hook is provided on the side of the movable block near the secondary instrument panel, and an avoidance hole is provided on the secondary instrument panel for avoiding the hook.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, a mounting plate is set inside the sub-instrument panel to provide a mounting base for various components. The mounting plate is equipped with a fixed block and a movable block, and the movable block is pushed to slide in conjunction with the drive mechanism, which can drive the hook to extend out of the sub-instrument panel for use when needed. At the same time, a clearance hole is opened on the sub-instrument panel to facilitate the extension and retraction of the hook. The locking mechanism can lock the position of the movable block, so that the position of the hook always remains stable, and the guide mechanism can restrict the movement trajectory of the movable block to ensure the stability of the hook movement process. The whole system allows the hook to be hidden inside the sub-instrument panel when not in use, avoiding occupying the available space around the sub-instrument panel, and also eliminating the safety threat of the hook causing bumps and injuries to the driver and passengers during sudden braking or collisions while the vehicle is in motion.

[0008] Preferably, the outer contour of the hook end matches the size of the clearance hole.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the outer contour of the hook end matches the size of the clearance hole, which ensures that when the hook is retracted and hidden, its end fits well with the surface of the sub-dashboard, thereby preventing dust and other debris from entering the interior of the sub-dashboard. At the same time, the precise size matching can reduce the gap between the hook and the clearance hole, preventing friction noise caused by shaking during vehicle operation and improving the quietness of the ride.

[0010] Preferably, the driving mechanism includes a guide rod and a spring. One end of the guide rod is fixedly connected to the moving block, and the other end of the guide rod passes through the fixed block. The spring is disposed between the moving block and the fixed block, and the spring is sleeved on the guide rod.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the spring in the drive mechanism is set between the moving block and the fixed block and sleeved on the guide rod. After being compressed, the spring will generate elastic potential energy. When the locking mechanism is unlocked, the spring can release the elastic potential energy to push the moving block to slide, thereby driving the hook to pop out from the clearance hole, realizing the automatic pop-out function of the hook. One end of the guide rod is fixed on the moving block and the other end passes through the fixed block, which can provide guidance for the sliding of the moving block. At the same time, the guide rod can prevent the spring from radially expanding or twisting, ensuring that the spring deformation is uniform, thereby ensuring that the drive mechanism can stably and reliably push the moving block to slide.

[0012] Preferably, the locking mechanism includes a snap-fit ​​block fixedly connected to the movable block and a self-locking snap fastener embedded in the fixed block, wherein the snap-fit ​​block and the self-locking snap fastener form a snap-fit ​​engagement.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, when the hook is retracted and hidden, the locking block in the locking mechanism and the pressing self-locking buckle form a locking engagement, which can firmly lock the position of the moving block and prevent the hook from accidentally popping out due to vehicle bumps, ensuring the stability of the hook in the hidden state; when the hook needs to be used, the user can release the locking engagement between the locking block and the pressing self-locking buckle by pressing, and at the same time the drive mechanism can make the hook pop out for easy use by the user, so that the driver and passengers can quickly take out the hook while driving, improving the efficiency and safety of use.

[0014] Preferably, the guiding mechanism includes a guide rail fixedly connected to the mounting plate and a slider slidably disposed on the guide rail, and the moving block is fixedly connected to the slider.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the combination of guide rail and slider in the guiding mechanism can further precisely limit the movement trajectory of the moving block, avoid the moving block from deviating or shaking during movement, ensure the stability and accuracy of the hook when extending and retracting, and thus improve the reliability and convenience of the hook.

[0016] Preferably, a stop is provided on the mounting plate at the end of the guide rail near the sub-instrument panel.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, a stop block is set at one end of the guide rail near the sub-instrument panel, which can limit the slider that slides along the guide rail and the moving block that is fixedly connected to the slider, prevent the moving block from sliding excessively, ensure the stability of the hook pop-out process, avoid damage to the hook and related components due to excessive movement, and further ensure the safety and reliability of the hook.

[0018] Preferably, the mounting plate is provided with a buffer mechanism for controlling the pop-out speed of the hook.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the buffer mechanism can prevent the hook from popping out too quickly and causing accidental injury to the driver and passengers. At the same time, it can reduce the impact and damage to the hook and related components caused by excessive speed, extend the service life of the hook, and improve the safety and stability during use.

[0020] Preferably, the buffer mechanism includes a damping gear fixedly connected to the moving block and a rack fixedly connected to the mounting plate, and the damping gear meshes with the rack.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, the damping gear in the buffer mechanism meshes with the rack. During the hook popping process, the moving block drives the damping gear to move along the rack, which generates a force that resists rolling, thereby slowing down the sliding speed of the moving block to control the popping speed of the hook and avoid the hook popping out too quickly, which may cause safety hazards or affect the user experience.

[0022] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: 1. By setting a mounting plate inside the sub-dashboard to provide a mounting base for each component, and with the fixing block, moving block, drive mechanism, locking mechanism and guide mechanism on the mounting plate working together, the hook can be stably stored inside the sub-dashboard when not in use. This solves the problem of exposed sub-dashboard hooks taking up space and posing a safety threat. It avoids exposed hooks interfering with the use of cup holders, mobile phone placement or hand operation, improves the smoothness of operation for drivers and passengers, and avoids the risk of the hooks hitting and injuring front passengers in the event of sudden braking or collision. 2. A clearance hole is provided on the sub-dashboard to facilitate the extension or retraction of the hook. At the same time, the outer contour of the hook end matches the size of the clearance hole, which can ensure that the end of the hook fits well with the surface of the sub-dashboard when it is retracted, preventing dust and other debris from entering the sub-dashboard. It can also reduce the gap between the hook and the clearance hole, preventing friction and abnormal noise caused by shaking during vehicle operation. 3. The buffer mechanism can control the speed at which the hook pops out, preventing accidental injury to drivers and passengers due to excessive speed. It can also reduce the impact and damage to the hook and related components caused by excessive speed, extend the service life of the hook, and improve safety and stability during use. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is an isometric schematic diagram (hook retracted state) of the main overall structure in the embodiments of this application. Figure 2 This is an isometric schematic diagram (hook pop-out state) of the main overall structure in the embodiments of this application. Figure 3 This is a partial exploded view of the self-locking structure, which is the main feature of the embodiment of this application.

[0024] Reference numerals: 1. Sub-instrument panel; 11. Clearance hole; 2. Mounting plate; 21. Stop block; 3. Fixing block; 31. Positioning block; 32. Sealing block; 4. Moving block; 5. Drive mechanism; 51. Guide rod; 511. Annular anti-slip block; 52. Spring; 6. Locking mechanism; 61. Snap-fit ​​block; 62. Press-to-lock buckle; 621. Housing; 6211. Slot; 622. Compression spring; 623. Sliding element; 6231. Locking element; 6232. Locking protrusion; 7. Connecting block; 8. Hook; 9. Guide mechanism; 91. Guide rail; 92. Slider; 10. Buffer mechanism; 101. Damping gear; 102. Rack. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1 -Appendix Figure 3 This application will be described in further detail.

[0026] This application discloses a hidden hook for automotive auxiliary instrument panel.

[0027] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 A hidden hook for a car's secondary instrument panel includes a secondary instrument panel 1 and a mounting plate 2 disposed inside the secondary instrument panel 1. A fixing block 3 is fixedly connected to the mounting plate 2 by bolts. Movable blocks 4 are spaced apart on the side of the fixing block 3 near the secondary instrument panel 1. A drive mechanism 5 for pushing the movable blocks 4 to slide and a locking mechanism 6 for locking the position of the movable blocks 4 are provided between the movable blocks 4 and the fixing block 3. A connecting block 7 is fixedly connected to the movable blocks 4 by bolts. A hook 8 is fixedly connected to the side of the connecting block 7 near the secondary instrument panel 1 by welding. The mounting plate 2 is provided with a guide mechanism 9 for limiting the movement trajectory of the movable blocks 4 and a buffer mechanism 10 for controlling the pop-out speed of the hook 8. The secondary instrument panel 1 has a clearance hole 11 for avoiding the hook 8, and the outer contour of the end of the hook 8 matches the size of the clearance hole 11. In this embodiment, the end of the hook 8 is disc-shaped, and the diameter of the clearance hole 11 matches the diameter of the end of the hook 8.

[0028] In actual use, the hook 8 can be retracted and hidden inside the sub-dashboard 1 when not in use. At this time, the drive mechanism 5 is in a compressed state, and the locking mechanism 6 locks the position of the moving block 4 to prevent the hook 8 from popping out at will, ensuring the stability of the hook 8 when retracted and hidden. The end of the hook 8 fits well with the clearance hole 11 on the sub-dashboard 1, which prevents dust and other debris from entering the interior of the sub-dashboard 1. At the same time, the precise size fit can reduce the gap between the hook 8 and the clearance hole 11, preventing friction and abnormal noise caused by shaking during vehicle operation. When the driver needs to use the hook 8, he only needs to release the locking mechanism 6 from the moving block 4. The drive mechanism 5 will push the moving block 4 to slide, thereby causing the connecting block 7 and the hook 8 to pop out, so that the hook 8 extends out of the clearance hole 11 on the sub-dashboard 1. At this time, the driver can hang items on the hook 8. During the pop-out process of hook 8, guide mechanism 9 precisely restricts the movement trajectory of moving block 4 to ensure the stability of hook 8 during movement. At the same time, buffer mechanism 10 controls the pop-out speed of hook 8 to prevent hook 8 from colliding with surrounding parts or causing accidental injury to drivers and passengers due to excessive pop-out speed, thereby extending the service life of hook 8 and improving safety and stability during use. Overall, hook 8 can be stably hidden inside the sub-instrument panel 1 when not in use, avoiding it from occupying the available space around the sub-instrument panel, and eliminating the safety threat of hook 8 causing bumps and injuries to drivers and passengers during sudden braking or collisions while the vehicle is in motion.

[0029] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The drive mechanism 5 includes a guide rod 51 and a spring 52. One end of the guide rod 51 is fixedly connected to the moving block 4 by welding, and the other end of the guide rod 51 passes through the fixing block 3. The spring 52 is disposed between the moving block 4 and the fixing block 3, and the spring 52 is sleeved on the guide rod 51. In this embodiment, a positioning block 31 is provided between the spring 52 and the fixing block 3, and the positioning block 31 is fixedly connected to the fixing block 3 by bolts. The end of the guide rod 51 away from the moving block 4 passes through the positioning block 31 and the fixing block 3 in sequence, and is fixedly connected to the annular anti-slip block 511 by welding.

[0030] In actual use, when the locking mechanism 6 releases the lock on the moving block 4, the spring 52 can push the moving block 4 to slide along the guide rod 51 by its own elastic restoring force, thereby driving the connecting block 7 fixedly connected to the moving block 4 to move, and then driving the hook 8 to pop outward, so that the hook 8 extends out of the clearance hole 11 on the sub-dashboard 1, making it convenient for the driver to hang items; the guide rod 51 provides guidance for the sliding of the moving block 4, and at the same time can prevent the spring 52 from radially expanding or twisting, ensuring that the spring 52 can stably and reliably push the moving block 4 to slide. The annular anti-slip block 511 can prevent the guide rod 51 from slipping, thereby ensuring that the guide rod 51 can stably extend and retract within the fixed block 3.

[0031] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 The locking mechanism 6 includes a snap-fit ​​block 61 fixedly connected to the movable block 4 by bolts and a self-locking snap fastener 62 embedded in the fixed block 3. The snap-fit ​​block 61 and the self-locking snap fastener 62 form a snap-fit ​​engagement. In this embodiment, the fixed block 3 has an embedding groove that engages with the self-locking snap fastener 62. The self-locking snap fastener 62 is embedded in the embedding groove. A sealing block 32 for sealing the embedding groove is fixedly connected to the fixed block 3 above the self-locking snap fastener 62 by bolts. The self-locking buckle 62 includes a housing 621 and a compression spring 622 and a sliding member 623 disposed inside the housing 621. The two ends of the compression spring 622 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the housing 621 and the sliding member 623 by welding, respectively. The housing 621 has a slot 6211. The sliding member 623 is rotatably connected to a locking member 6231 via a rotating shaft. The free end of the locking member 6231 is integrally formed with a locking protrusion 6232 that abuts against the side wall of the slot 6211.

[0032] In practical use, the embedding groove can securely fix the self-locking snap 62 within the fixing block 3, preventing displacement that would affect the locking effect. Simultaneously, the sealing block 32, fixed above the self-locking snap 62, restricts its vertical movement within the embedding groove, further enhancing the structural stability of the self-locking snap 62. When the hook 8 needs to be unfolded, the user simply presses the end of the hook 8 to drive the moving block 4 and the locking block 61, causing the locking block 61 to apply inward pressing force to the components within the self-locking snap 62. At this time, the sliding member 623... The compression spring 622 is compressed inside the housing 621 and moves downward, causing the locking protrusion 6232 on the locking member 6231 to move along the side wall of the slot 6211, so that the locking protrusion 6232 disengages from the abutting engagement with the side wall of the slot 6211, thereby releasing the latching state between the latching block 61 and the pressing self-locking buckle 62. At the same time, under the elastic force of the spring 52, the moving block 4 drives the connecting block 7 to move away from the fixed block 3, thereby causing the hook 8 to extend out from the clearance hole 11 on the sub-dashboard 1, making it convenient for the user to hang items. When it is necessary to retract the hook 8, the user only needs to apply an inward pushing force to the end of the hook 8, so that the moving block 4 moves closer to the fixed block 3 and drives the locking block 61 to gradually approach the pressing self-locking buckle 62. When the locking block 61 moves into the housing 621 of the pressing self-locking buckle 62 and compresses the sliding member 623 and the compression spring 622, the user can release the pushing force on the hook 8. At this time, under the elastic force of the compression spring 622, the sliding member 623 moves upward and drives the locking protrusion 6232 on the locking member 6231 to move along the side wall of the slot 6211, so that the locking protrusion 6232 re-forms abutment with the side wall of the slot 6211, realizing the locking of the locking block 61 and the pressing self-locking buckle 62, thereby retracting the hook 8 into the clearance hole 11 on the sub-dashboard 1, realizing the stable hiding of the hook 8.

[0033] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The guiding mechanism 9 includes a guide rail 91 fixedly connected to the mounting plate 2 by welding and a slider 92 slidably disposed on the guide rail 91. In this embodiment, the slider 92 has a groove on the side near the guide rail 91, and the groove and the guide rail 91 are fitted together. The moving block 4 is fixedly connected to the top of the slider 92 by bolts, and a stop block 21 is fixedly connected to the end of the guide rail 91 near the sub-instrument panel 1 by bolts on the mounting plate 2. The buffer mechanism 10 includes a damping gear 101 fixedly connected to one side of the moving block 4 by bolts and a rack 102 fixedly connected to one side of the mounting plate 2 by bolts, and the damping gear 101 meshes with the rack 102.

[0034] In practical use, when the hook 8 extends or retracts, the moving block 4 follows the slider 92 in the guide mechanism 9 and slides smoothly along the guide rail 91. At the same time, the groove on the slider 92 and the guide rail 91 form an interlocking fit, which can further precisely limit the movement trajectory of the moving block 4, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the moving block 4 and the hook 8 during the movement. Meanwhile, the setting of the stop block 21 can limit the movement range of the slider 92, preventing it from disengaging from the guide rail 91 due to excessive movement, thereby ensuring the stability of the hook 8 popping out and ensuring the safety of the entire hook 8 system. The damping gear 101 in the buffer mechanism 10 meshes with the rack 102. During the movement of the hook 8, the damping gear 101 will roll on the rack 102 as the moving block 4 moves. This rolling friction can effectively slow down the popping speed of the hook 8, avoiding the hook 8 popping out too quickly and causing safety hazards or affecting the user experience.

[0035] The implementation principle of this application embodiment is as follows: the fixed block 3, moving block 4 and other components are integrated into the inner side of the sub-instrument panel 1 through the mounting plate 2; in the non-use state, the spring 52 in the drive mechanism 5 is compressed along the guide rod 51, which can prevent the spring 52 from radially expanding or twisting. The locking block 61 of the locking mechanism 6 and the pressing self-locking buckle 62 form a locking engagement to lock the position of the moving block 4. The end of the hook 8 is precisely fitted with the clearance hole 11 on the sub-instrument panel 1 and hidden inside the sub-instrument panel 1. It does not occupy the surrounding space, can prevent debris from entering the interior, and can also prevent friction noise when the vehicle is driving. In use, pressing the end of the hook 8 releases the locking mechanism 6 from engagement. Simultaneously, the spring 52 pushes the moving block 4 with its own elastic restoring force. The guide rail 91 of the guide mechanism 9 and the slider 92 work together to restrict the movement trajectory of the moving block 4, causing the connecting block 7 and the hook 8 to pop out smoothly from the clearance hole 11. The damping gear 101 and the rack 102 of the buffer mechanism 10 mesh with each other, thus slowing down the pop-out speed of the hook 8 through friction, avoiding collisions or accidental injuries. When retracting, simply push the hook 8 inward to reset the moving block 4 and the locking mechanism 6, and the hook 8 can be re-engaged and fixed, allowing the hook 8 to be stably hidden inside the sub-dashboard 1. The overall design balances space utilization, safety, and structural stability.

[0036] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instrument panel, characterized in that: The instrument panel includes a sub-instrument panel (1) and a mounting plate (2) disposed inside the sub-instrument panel (1). A fixing block (3) is provided on the mounting plate (2), and a moving block (4) is provided on the side of the fixing block (3) near the sub-instrument panel (1). A drive mechanism (5) for pushing the moving block (4) to slide and a locking mechanism (6) for locking the position of the moving block (4) are provided between the moving block (4) and the fixing block (3). A guide mechanism (9) for limiting the movement trajectory of the moving block (4) is provided on the mounting plate (2). A hook (8) is provided on the side of the moving block (4) near the sub-instrument panel (1), and an avoidance hole (11) for avoiding the hook (8) is provided on the sub-instrument panel (1).

2. The concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instruments according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer contour of the end of the hook (8) matches the size of the clearance hole (11).

3. The concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instruments according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive mechanism (5) includes a guide rod (51) and a spring (52). One end of the guide rod (51) is fixedly connected to the moving block (4), and the other end of the guide rod (51) passes through the fixed block (3). The spring (52) is disposed between the moving block (4) and the fixed block (3), and the spring (52) is sleeved on the guide rod (51).

4. The concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instruments according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking mechanism (6) includes a snap-fit ​​block (61) fixedly connected to the movable block (4) and a self-locking snap fastener (62) embedded in the fixed block (3), and the snap-fit ​​block (61) and the self-locking snap fastener (62) form a snap-fit ​​engagement.

5. A concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instruments according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guiding mechanism (9) includes a guide rail (91) fixedly connected to the mounting plate (2) and a slider (92) slidably disposed on the guide rail (91), and the moving block (4) is fixedly connected to the slider (92).

6. A concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instruments according to claim 5, characterized in that: A stop (21) is provided on the mounting plate (2) at one end of the guide rail (91) near the sub-instrument panel (1).

7. A concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instruments according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting plate (2) is provided with a buffer mechanism (10) for controlling the pop-out speed of the hook (8).

8. A concealed hook for automotive auxiliary instruments according to claim 7, characterized in that: The buffer mechanism (10) includes a damping gear (101) fixedly connected to the moving block (4) and a rack (102) fixedly connected to the mounting plate (2), and the damping gear (101) meshes with the rack (102).

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