Front compartment storage assembly and vehicle having the same

Abstract

The application discloses a front compartment storage assembly and a vehicle with the same. The front compartment storage assembly comprises a front compartment trim panel and a storage box. The middle part of the front compartment trim panel is provided with a trim panel opening. The front compartment trim panel comprises a body part for forming a storage space and a flange part connected with the body part. The front compartment trim panel is lapped on the flange part. The transition surface of the lapped part of the flange part and the front compartment trim panel is flush. According to the front compartment storage assembly, the gap between the storage box and the front compartment trim panel is avoided from being open to the sky by lapping the front compartment trim panel on the flange part, so that the delicate feeling of the storage box is improved. In addition, the gap between the flange part and the front compartment trim panel is not obvious by setting the transition surface of the lapped part of the flange part and the front compartment trim panel flush, so that the delicate feeling is further improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more specifically, to a front compartment storage component and a vehicle having the front compartment storage component. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, in order to increase the storage function of a vehicle, a storage box is installed in the front compartment of the vehicle. The front compartment trim panel surrounds the storage box, and the storage box is exposed from the front compartment trim panel. However, the gap between the storage box and the front compartment trim panel is an upward gap. When the front hood is opened, a noticeable gap can be seen between the storage box and the front compartment trim panel, which affects the exquisite appearance of the storage box. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application aims to at least partially address one of the aforementioned technical problems in the prior art. To this end, this application proposes a front cabin storage assembly that improves the gap between the storage compartment and the front cabin trim panel.

[0004] This application also proposes a vehicle having the aforementioned front compartment storage components.

[0005] According to an embodiment of this application, the front cabin storage component includes: a front cabin trim panel and a storage box. The front cabin trim panel has a trim panel opening in the middle. The front cabin trim panel includes a main body portion that surrounds and forms a storage space and a flange portion connected to the main body portion. The front cabin trim panel overlaps the flange portion, and the transition surface of the flange portion and the front cabin trim panel overlap is flush.

[0006] According to the embodiments of this application, the front cabin storage component, by overlapping the front cabin trim panel onto the flange, avoids the gap between the storage box and the front cabin trim panel pointing upwards, thereby enhancing the refined appearance of the storage box. Furthermore, by making the transition surface at the overlap between the flange and the front cabin trim panel flush, the gap between the flange and the front cabin trim panel becomes less noticeable, further enhancing the refined appearance.

[0007] According to some embodiments of this application, at the opening of the trim panel, the vertical gap between the front cabin trim panel and the flange is less than or equal to 0.1 mm.

[0008] According to some embodiments of this application, the front cabin trim panel includes a trim panel body and a boss. The boss is connected to the trim panel body, and the boss is a full-circle annular structure surrounding the outer periphery of the trim panel opening. The boss protrudes from the upper surface of the trim panel body, and the boss at least partially overlaps the flange portion.

[0009] According to some embodiments of this application, the front cabin trim panel and the flanged portion are also connected by a connecting structure.

[0010] According to some embodiments of this application, the main body includes a bottom wall and a side wall, the side wall is connected to the bottom wall and encloses the storage space, the bottom wall is provided with a plurality of first mounting structures, the front compartment storage component further includes a plurality of first covers, each first cover is disposed on the corresponding first mounting structure, and the plurality of first covers are spaced apart from each other and have the same structure. The centers of the plurality of first plugs are located on the same straight line, and / or the body part is an axisymmetric structure, and the plurality of first plugs are arranged symmetrically along the axis of symmetry of the body part.

[0011] According to some embodiments of this application, the bottom wall includes a bottom wall body and a recessed portion, the recessed portion is connected to the bottom wall body, the recessed portion is recessed downward relative to the bottom wall body to form a recessed space, the first mounting structure is disposed on the recessed portion, the first plug is at least partially located in the recessed space, the first plug is an elastic element, and the interference between the first plug and the recessed portion is greater than 0 mm.

[0012] According to some embodiments of this application, the main body is an axisymmetric structure, and the front cabin storage assembly further includes at least one second mounting structure, the second mounting structure being adapted to connect with the main body and / or the flange portion, and the front cabin trim panel covering the second mounting structure.

[0013] According to some embodiments of this application, the body portion includes a bottom wall and a side wall, the side wall being connected to the bottom wall and enclosing the storage space, and the side wall being at least partially constructed as an arc-shaped structure.

[0014] According to some embodiments of this application, the main body includes a bottom wall and a side wall, the side wall is connected to the bottom wall and encloses the storage space, the bottom wall is provided with a drainage hole, the front compartment storage component also includes a second cover, the second cover is used to block the drainage hole, the second cover can also open the drainage hole, the second cover is an elastic element, and the interference between the second cover and the drainage hole is 1mm to 2mm.

[0015] According to another embodiment of this application, the vehicle includes the aforementioned front compartment storage component.

[0016] According to the vehicle embodiment of this application, the front cabin storage component avoids the gap between the storage box and the front cabin trim panel facing upwards by overlapping the front cabin trim panel with the flange, thereby enhancing the refinement of the storage box. In addition, by making the transition surface at the overlap between the flange and the front cabin trim panel flush, the gap between the flange and the front cabin trim panel can be made less noticeable, further enhancing the refinement.

[0017] 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

[0018] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the assembly of the storage box and the first cover according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a top view of the front compartment storage assembly according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A cross-sectional view along section AA (the first plug is not shown). Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point B in the middle; Figure 5 This is a top view of part of the storage box with the second cover; Figure 6 This is a top view of the storage box, the first cover, and the second cover assembled according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A cross-sectional view along the CC section line; Figure 8 yes Figure 7 A magnified view of a portion of point D in the middle; Figure 9 yes Figure 7 A magnified view of a portion of point E in the middle; Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the snap-fit ​​connection between the front cabin trim panel and the storage box.

[0019] Figure label: Front cabin storage assembly 10, front cabin trim panel 1, trim panel body 11, boss 12, trim panel opening 13, hook 14, second surface 15, storage box 2, body part 21, bottom wall 211, bottom wall body 2111, recessed part 2112, recessed space 2113, side wall 212, first surface 213, flanged part 22, snap-fit ​​hole 221, first mounting structure 23, anti-slip protrusion 24, second mounting structure 25, drainage hole 26, storage space 27, first plug 3, second plug 4, screw 5. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0021] In the description of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0022] The following is combined with Figures 1-10 This application provides a detailed description of the front compartment storage assembly 10 and the vehicle having the front compartment storage assembly 10, according to embodiments of the present application.

[0023] Reference Figures 2-4 As shown, the front cabin storage assembly 10 according to an embodiment of this application may include a front cabin trim panel 1 and a storage box 2. The front cabin trim panel 1 has a trim panel opening 13 in the middle. The storage box 2 includes a body part 21 and a flange part 22. The body part 21 is surrounded to form a storage space 27. The flange part 22 is connected to the body part 21. The front cabin trim panel 1 overlaps the flange part 22. The transition surface at the overlap between the flange part 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is flush.

[0024] Reference Figure 4 As shown, "the transition surface at the overlap between the flange 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is flush" means that at the overlap between the flange 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1, the main body 21 has a first surface 213, and the front cabin trim panel 1 has a second surface 15. The first surface 213 and the second surface 15 are the transition surfaces at the overlap between the flange 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1. The first surface 213 and the second surface 15 have no height difference, or the height difference is less than a preset error size. In this application, a preset error size of less than or equal to 0.5 mm can achieve the effect of a flush transition surface. It is considered that the first surface 213 and the second surface 15 are basically on the same plane. In other words, the inner wall of the trim panel opening 13 is flush with the inner wall of the flange 22. In this way, the transition surface at the overlap between the flange 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is smooth, with no abrupt change in height, and the gap between the flange 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is not obvious, which is beneficial to improving aesthetics and avoiding the disadvantage of easy dirt accumulation when surface differences exist.

[0025] The trim opening 13 is provided on the front cabin trim panel 1, and the storage box 2 has a storage space 27, which is at least partially exposed from the trim opening 13.

[0026] In related technologies, the seam between the storage box and the front cabin trim panel is an upward-facing seam. When the front hood is opened, a noticeable gap can be seen between the storage box and the front cabin trim panel, affecting the storage box's aesthetics and making it prone to accumulating dirt. For the front cabin storage component 10 of this application, the front cabin trim panel 1 overlaps the flange 22, changing the seam between the storage box 2 and the front cabin trim panel 1 from an upward-facing seam to a non-upward-facing seam. For example, after the front cabin trim panel 1 overlaps the flange 22, the seam between the storage box 2 and the front cabin trim panel 1 becomes a horizontal seam. This improves the orientation of the seam between the storage box 2 and the front cabin trim panel 1, avoiding the upward-facing seam, thus enhancing the aesthetics of the storage box 2 and avoiding the drawback of dirt accumulating in the upward-facing seam. Meanwhile, the transition surface at the joint between the flanged part 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is flush, so that the transition surface at the joint between the flanged part 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is smooth and the height is not abrupt. As a result, the gap between the flanged part 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is not obvious, which helps to improve the aesthetics and further enhance the sense of refinement, and avoids the disadvantage of dirt and grime accumulating when there is a difference in surface texture.

[0027] Furthermore, the front cabin trim panel 1 can also conceal part of the structure of the storage box 2 (such as unsightly and / or asymmetrical structures) to ensure the aesthetics of the exposed portion of the storage box 2. At the same time, at the overlap between the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flange 22, the flange 22 can support the front cabin trim panel 1, ensuring accurate relative positioning between the front cabin trim panel 1 and the storage box 2, preventing relative displacement between the two, and preventing the front cabin trim panel 1 from collapsing.

[0028] One end of the storage box 2 is open. When the front compartment storage component 10 is applied to the vehicle, the open end of the storage box 2 faces upward, making it convenient to take out and put in items when the front hood is opened.

[0029] According to the embodiment of this application, the front cabin storage component 10 can avoid the gap between the storage box 2 and the front cabin trim 1 facing upwards by overlapping the front cabin trim 1 with the flange 22, thereby enhancing the exquisite feel of the storage box 2.

[0030] In some embodiments, refer to Figures 1-4 As shown, the open end of the storage box 2 faces upward. On the horizontal plane, the flange 22 can only extend away from the storage space 27 relative to the main body 21. That is, the flange 22 only extends outward relative to the main body 21. In this way, the flange 22 will not occupy the storage space 27, so that the open end of the storage space 27 is not blocked by the flange 22.

[0031] In other embodiments, the flange 22 can extend not only away from the storage space 27 but also into the storage space 27 relative to the body 21. The flange 22 covers part of the storage space 27, so that when the stored item is placed under the flange 22, the item is hidden, which helps to improve the privacy of the item placement.

[0032] In some embodiments, refer to Figures 3-4 As shown, the front cabin trim panel 1 overlaps the flange 22. The front cabin trim panel 1 covers at least a portion of the flange 22 to ensure the aesthetic appearance of the exposed portion of the storage box 2. At the same time, the flange 22 can support the front cabin trim panel 1, ensuring the accurate relative position of the front cabin trim panel 1 and the storage box 2, and preventing relative displacement between the two.

[0033] In some embodiments of this application, at the trim opening 13, the vertical gap between the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flange 22 is less than or equal to 0.1 mm. (Refer to...) Figure 4 As shown, the vertical gap between the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flanged part 22 is t, where t ≤ 0.1mm. For example, t can be 0mm, 0.02mm, 0.05mm, 0.08mm, or 0.1mm. The small vertical gap between the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flanged part 22 helps prevent dust and debris from entering the gap, while also enhancing the refined look of the storage box 2.

[0034] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 2-4 As shown, the front cabin trim panel 1 includes a trim panel body 11 and a boss 12. The boss 12 is connected to the trim panel body 11. The boss 12 is a ring-shaped structure that surrounds the outer periphery of the trim panel opening 13. The boss 12 protrudes from the upper surface of the trim panel body 11 and at least partially overlaps the flange portion 22.

[0035] In related technologies, the storage box lacks a waterproof protrusion around its perimeter, causing some rainwater to enter and wet the items inside when the vehicle is exposed to rain. In this application, by providing a protrusion 12, a waterproof function is achieved, preventing water from entering the storage box 2 from the outer periphery of the protrusion 12. When the vehicle is exposed to rain or water during a car wash, water can be effectively prevented from entering the storage box 2 and wetting the stored items. By ensuring the protrusion 12 completely surrounds the outer periphery of the trim panel opening 13, it can block external water from entering the storage box 2 from all directions (360°). By ensuring the protrusion 12 at least partially overlaps the flange 22, the protrusion 12 is closer to the flange 22, thereby improving the waterproof effect.

[0036] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 4As shown, the boss 12 is a ring-shaped strip structure. The width of the boss 12 is j, j≥3mm, which can ensure that the boss 12 has a good water-blocking effect. For example, j can be 5mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, etc. The height of the boss 12 protruding from the upper surface of the decorative panel body 11 is h, h≥2mm, which can ensure that the boss 12 has a good water-blocking effect. For example, h can be 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm.

[0037] The cross-section of the boss 12 can be trapezoidal, square, rectangular, etc. The width of the boss 12 can refer to the width of the surface of the boss 12 facing the front hatch, that is, the width of the top surface of the boss 12.

[0038] When the front compartment storage component 10 is applied to a vehicle, a sealing strip is provided on the trim panel body 11. This sealing strip is located on the outer periphery of the boss 12 and is spaced apart from the boss 12. When the front hood is closed, the sealing strip can contact the front hood to form a first waterproof structure. The boss 12 forms a second waterproof structure, providing double water protection and reducing the amount of water entering the storage box 2 from the edge of the front hood. The first waterproof structure can block most of the water from entering the storage box 2, but it may not be completely sealed, and some water (such as rainwater, car wash water, etc.) may still enter the storage box 2, affecting its use. The front compartment trim panel 1 of this application is provided with a waterproof boss 12 located around the storage box 2, which increases the design redundancy and can effectively prevent water from entering the storage box 2.

[0039] When the front hatch is closed, the boss 12 remains separated from the front hatch, thus avoiding motion interference between the boss 12 and the front hatch.

[0040] In some embodiments, the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flanged portion 22 can also be connected by a connecting structure, thereby ensuring a firm connection between the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flanged portion 22 and effectively preventing relative displacement between them. The connecting structure can be a hook 14, a fastener, adhesive, etc.

[0041] Reference Figure 10 As shown, the connection structure is a hook 14, which is set on the front cabin trim panel 1. The flange 22 is provided with a snap-fit ​​hole 221. The hook 14 engages with the snap-fit ​​hole 221 to achieve the snap-fit ​​connection between the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flange 22. When it is necessary to disassemble the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flange 22, it is only necessary to remove the hook 14 from the snap-fit ​​hole 221. The operation is simple and easy to implement.

[0042] The number of hooks 14 can be one or more, and the snap-fit ​​holes 221 correspond one-to-one with the hooks 14.

[0043] In some embodiments not shown in the figure, the connecting structure is a fastener, which can be a screw. The front cabin trim panel 1 is provided with screw holes, and the flange 22 is provided with threaded holes. After the screw passes through the screw hole, it is screwed into the threaded hole. When it is necessary to disassemble the front cabin trim panel 1 and the flange 22, it is only necessary to remove the screw from the threaded hole and the bolt hole in sequence. The operation is simple and easy to implement.

[0044] Other types of connection structures are not listed here.

[0045] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 2-3 , Figures 5-8 As shown, the main body 21 includes a bottom wall 211 and a side wall 212. The side wall 212 is connected to the bottom wall 211 and is arranged around the bottom wall 211. The side wall 212 and the bottom wall 211 enclose a storage space 27. The bottom wall 211 is provided with a plurality of first mounting structures 23. The front compartment storage component 10 also includes a plurality of first covers 3. Each first cover 3 is covered on the corresponding first mounting structure 23. The plurality of first covers 3 have the same structure and are spaced apart from each other.

[0046] In some embodiments, the first cover 3 is detachably connected to the bottom wall 211. When the first cover 3 is installed on the bottom wall 211, the first mounting structure 23 is covered by the first cover 3. The first cover 3 can be completely removed from the bottom wall 211 to expose the first mounting structure 23.

[0047] In some embodiments, the first cover 3 is pivotally connected to the bottom wall 211, and the first cover 3 changes position by rotation to cover the first mounting structure 23 or expose the first mounting structure 23.

[0048] In some embodiments, when the front compartment storage assembly 10 is applied to a vehicle, a first mounting structure 23 is used to connect to a vehicle body beam bracket. The first mounting structure 23 may be a screw hole through which a screw 5 is passed to secure it to the body beam bracket.

[0049] In some embodiments not shown in the figure, the first mounting structure 23 may also be a projection weld bolt, projection weld nut, etc.

[0050] By setting the first cover 3, the first mounting structure 23 can be hidden, which helps to enhance the exquisite appearance of the storage box 2. Multiple first cover 3s with identical structures can further enhance the exquisite appearance of the storage box 2.

[0051] Due to the overall vehicle layout, the centers of the multiple first mounting structures 23 on the bottom wall 211 of the storage box 2 cannot be aligned in a straight line, affecting the perceived refinement of the storage box 2. Figure 3As shown, the centers of the three first mounting structures 23 are located at the three vertices of the triangle. In some embodiments of this application, the centers of the plurality of first covers 3 are located on the same straight line. Therefore, even if the centers of the plurality of first mounting structures 23 are not located on the same straight line, the first mounting structures 23 can be hidden by setting the first covers 3. The user can only see the plurality of first covers 3 whose centers are on the same straight line, which enhances the refinement of the front compartment storage component 10. Moreover, the plurality of first covers 3 have the same structure, which enhances the refinement of the body 21 and the first covers 3 after assembly. Figures 1-2 , Figure 6 As shown, all three first covers 3 are bodies of revolution, and all three first covers 3 are circular in top view. The centers of the three first covers 3 are located on the same straight line.

[0052] Reference Figures 5-6 As shown, the projection of the first cover 3 on the horizontal plane is greater than the projection of the first mounting structure 23 on the horizontal plane. Therefore, the first cover 3 can better shield the first mounting structure 23. Even if the centers of the multiple first mounting structures 23 are not arranged on a line, the multiple first cover 3 can still shield the non-collinear arrangement of the centers of the multiple first mounting structures 23, so that the centers of the multiple first cover 3 are arranged collinearly.

[0053] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 1-2 , Figure 6 As shown, the main body 21 has an axisymmetric structure, and multiple first end caps 3 are arranged symmetrically along the axis of symmetry of the main body 21. (Refer to...) Figures 1-2 , Figure 6 As shown, there are three first caps 3, which are arranged at intervals along the first direction F1-F2. The middle first cap 3 is located on the axis of symmetry of the main body 21, and the two side first caps 3 are arranged symmetrically about the middle first cap 3. In some embodiments not shown in the figure, the three first caps 3 may also be arranged at the three vertices of a triangle.

[0054] In some embodiments of this application, such as Figures 1-2 , Figure 6 As shown, the main body 21 has an axisymmetric structure, and a plurality of first plugs 3 are arranged symmetrically along the axis of symmetry of the main body 21, and the centers of the plurality of first plugs 3 are located on the same straight line.

[0055] In some embodiments not shown in the figure, the number of first plugs 3 is not limited to three, but can also be two, four, five, etc.

[0056] The top view shape of the first cover 3 is not limited to a circle; it can also be a square, rectangle, rhombus, triangle, or other shapes.

[0057] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 7-8As shown, the bottom wall 211 includes a bottom wall body 2111 and a recessed portion 2112. The recessed portion 2112 is connected to the bottom wall body 2111 and is recessed downward relative to the bottom wall body 2111 to form a recessed space 2113. The first mounting structure 23 is disposed on the recessed portion 2112, and the first cover 3 is at least partially located within the recessed space 2113. The first cover 3 is an elastic element, and the interference between the first cover 3 and the recessed portion 2112 is greater than 0 mm. The interference between the first cover 3 and the recessed portion 2112 can be 0.5 mm, 0.8 mm, 1 mm, 1.2 mm, 1.5 mm, 1.8 mm, etc. Using the first cover 3, it will not fall off due to bumps during driving. At the same time, when the user needs to fill the storage box 2 with water, the first cover 3 can also play a sealing role, ensuring that there is no water leakage at the first mounting structure 23.

[0058] It is understandable that the interference between the first plug 3 and the recess 2112 refers to the interference between the outer peripheral surface of the first plug 3 and the inner cavity wall of the mating recess 2112.

[0059] The first plug 3 is an elastic element. When the first plug 3 is inserted into the recessed space 2113, the first plug 3 can undergo elastic deformation to seal the recessed part 2112. After the first plug 3 is removed from the recessed space 2113, the first plug 3 can return to its original shape.

[0060] Reference Figure 8 As shown, the inner wall of the recess 2112 can form a stepped wall surface, and the first plug 3 is adapted to abut against the stepped wall surface so that the stepped wall surface stops and limits the first plug 3.

[0061] In some embodiments of this application, the material of the first plug 3 can be a soft rubber material, such as TPO (Thermoplastic Polyolefin) or TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer).

[0062] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 1-2 , Figures 5-6 As shown, the bottom wall body 2111 is provided with anti-slip protrusions 24, which protrude from the bottom wall body 2111. The height of the first cover 3 protruding from the bottom wall body 2111 is no greater than the height of the anti-slip protrusions 24 protruding from the bottom wall body 2111. By providing anti-slip protrusions 24, the anti-slip protrusions 24 can support the items after they are placed in the storage space 27. The friction between the items and the anti-slip protrusions 24 is relatively large, making the items less likely to shift. The top surface of the anti-slip protrusions 24 can be provided with anti-slip patterns, textures, raised dots, etc., to increase the friction between the anti-slip protrusions 24 and the items.

[0063] The anti-slip protrusions 24 can be cylindrical, rectangular, square, or polygonal, etc. For example, in Figures 1-2 , Figures 5-6 In the example, the anti-slip protrusion 24 is elongated.

[0064] The anti-slip protrusion 24 protrudes from the bottom wall body 2111 at a height greater than 0 mm, for example, it can be 0.2 mm, 0.4 mm, 0.7 mm, 0.9 mm, 1.1 mm, 1.4 mm, 1.7 mm, 1.9 mm, etc.

[0065] The height of the first cover 3 protruding from the bottom wall body 2111 can be 0mm or greater than 0mm, for example, it can be 0.5mm, 0.8mm, 1mm, 1.2mm, 1.5mm, 1.8mm, 2mm, etc.

[0066] The number of elongated anti-slip protrusions 24 can be one or more. When there are multiple anti-slip protrusions 24, they can be arranged parallel to each other, or at least two anti-slip protrusions 24 can be non-parallel, for example, at least two anti-slip protrusions 24 can intersect. Figures 1-2 , Figures 5-6 In the example, there are multiple long strip-shaped anti-slip protrusions 24, and these multiple anti-slip protrusions 24 are arranged parallel to each other.

[0067] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 1-2 , Figure 6 As shown, the main body 21 has an axisymmetric structure. The front compartment storage assembly 10 also includes at least one second mounting structure 25. The second mounting structure 25 is adapted to connect with the main body 21 and / or the flange 22. The front compartment trim panel 1 covers the top of the second mounting structure 25. The second mounting structure 25 may be connected only to the main body 21, only to the flange 22, or to both the main body 21 and the flange 22. The front compartment trim panel 1 covers the top of the second mounting structure 25, allowing the front compartment trim panel 1 to conceal the second mounting structure 25, preventing the second mounting structure 25 from being exposed and improving the aesthetics of the front compartment storage assembly 10.

[0068] exist Figure 1 , Figure 6 In the example shown, the second mounting structure 25 includes a support arm structure that extends outward from the body 21. The extension direction of the support arm structure can be horizontal or at a certain angle to the horizontal direction, such as an acute angle.

[0069] In related technologies, most storage boxes are irregularly shaped to achieve a large capacity, which affects their aesthetic appeal. The storage box 2 of this application has an axisymmetric structure in its main body 21, which is exposed from the opening 13 of the decorative panel. That is, the part of the storage box 2 exposed from the opening 13 of the decorative panel is axisymmetric, which helps to improve the aesthetic appeal of the storage box 2.

[0070] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 1-2 , Figure 6 As shown, there are multiple second mounting structures 25. The multiple second mounting structures 25 may be asymmetrical with respect to the axis of symmetry of the main body 21. After the front cabin trim panel 1 covers the second mounting structure 25, the asymmetrical arrangement of the second mounting structure 25 will also be hidden by the front cabin trim panel 1, so that the part of the storage box 2 exposed from the trim panel opening 13 is an axisymmetric structure.

[0071] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 1 , Figure 6 As shown, the multiple second mounting structures 25 may include a first arm 251 and a second arm 252. There may be one or more first arms 251, and there may be one or more second arms 252. When the front compartment storage assembly 10 is applied to a vehicle, the first arm 251 is used to connect to the vehicle's body crossbeam, and the second arm 252 is used to connect to the vehicle's front end frame.

[0072] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 1 , Figure 6 As shown, the main body 21 includes a bottom wall 211 and a side wall 212. The side wall 212 is connected to the bottom wall 211, and the side wall 212 and the bottom wall 211 enclose a storage space 27. The side wall 212 is at least partially constructed as an arc-shaped structure.

[0073] In related technologies, the bottom wall of the storage box is uneven, which affects the placement of some large items. The storage box 2 of this application has a supporting surface 211 at its bottom wall. The supporting surface is a flat plane with a large area, which makes it convenient to place some large items.

[0074] The bottom wall 211 and the side wall 212 form a relatively regular, approximately rectangular box structure. The corners of the side wall 212 are transitioned by rounded corners with a radius greater than 50mm to avoid forming dead corners. The surface of the side wall 212 facing the storage space 27 has no irregular structures or steps to prevent the side wall 212 from bumping into the stored items.

[0075] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 3 , Figure 7 , Figure 9As shown, the main body 21 includes a bottom wall 211 and a side wall 212. The side wall 212 is connected to the bottom wall 211, and the side wall 212 and the bottom wall 211 enclose a storage space 27. The bottom wall 211 is provided with a drain hole 26. The front compartment storage assembly 10 also includes a second cover 4, which is used to block the drain hole 26. The second cover 4 can also open the drain hole 26. The second cover 4 is an elastic element, and the interference between the second cover 4 and the drain hole 26 is 1mm to 2mm, such as 1mm, 1.2mm, 1.4mm, 1.6mm, 1.8mm, 2mm, etc. When the second cover 4 also opens the drain hole 26, the drain hole 26 is connected to the storage space 27, and water in the storage space 27 can be discharged out through the drain hole 26. When the second cover 4 blocks the drain hole 26, water can be stored in the storage space 27, thereby meeting the user's need to store water in the storage box 2 under some special operating conditions.

[0076] It is understandable that the interference between the second plug 4 and the drain hole 26 refers to the interference between the outer peripheral surface of the second plug 4 and the hole wall of the drain hole 26. In some embodiments, the second plug 4 is fitted to the bottom wall 211, and the interference between the second plug 4 and the bottom wall 211 is 1 mm to 2 mm.

[0077] The second plug 4 is an elastic element. When the second plug 4 is inserted into the drain hole 26, the second plug 4 can undergo elastic deformation to seal the drain hole 26. After the second plug 4 is removed from the drain hole 26, the second plug 4 can return to its original state.

[0078] In some embodiments, the second plug 4 is detachably connected to the bottom wall 211. When the second plug 4 is installed on the bottom wall 211, the drain hole 26 is blocked by the second plug 4. The second plug 4 can be completely removed from the bottom wall 211 to open the drain hole 26.

[0079] In some embodiments, the second plug 4 is pivotally connected to the bottom wall 211, and the second plug 4 opens and closes the drain hole 26 in a rotating manner.

[0080] In some embodiments of this application, the material of the second plug 4 can be a soft rubber material, such as TPO or TPE. The material of the second plug 4 can be the same as or different from the material of the first plug 3.

[0081] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 7 , Figure 9 As shown, the second cover 4 is equipped with its own buckle to hook onto the storage box 2. The edge of the second cover 4 is provided with a soft edge, which interferes with the storage box 2 by 1mm to 2mm to serve as a waterproof function. When the user needs to drain water, the second cover 4 can be removed or opened.

[0082] In some embodiments of this application, the storage space 27 has a dimension of not less than 820 mm in the first direction, not less than 390 mm in the second direction, and not less than 290 mm in the third direction, wherein the first, second, and third directions are perpendicular to each other. This results in a large capacity for the storage space 27, capable of storing large items, such as a 20-inch carry-on suitcase with dimensions of 500 mm in length, 340 mm in width, and 200 mm in height.

[0083] The first direction is Figure 1 In the F1-F2 direction, the second direction is Figure 1 In the F3-F4 directions, the third direction is... Figure 1 In the F5-F6 direction, when the front compartment storage component 10 is applied to the vehicle, the first direction is the front-to-back direction of the vehicle, the second direction is the left-to-right direction of the vehicle, and the third direction is the up-to-down direction of the vehicle.

[0084] For example, the dimensions of the storage space 27 in the first direction can be 820mm, 850mm, 900mm, etc., the dimensions of the storage space 27 in the second direction can be 390mm, 410mm, 430mm, etc., and the dimensions of the storage space 27 in the third direction can be 290mm, 310mm, 330mm, etc.

[0085] The vehicle according to another embodiment of this application includes the front compartment storage assembly 10 of the above embodiment.

[0086] In some embodiments of this application, the vehicle has a front compartment, and a front compartment storage assembly 10 is disposed within the front compartment.

[0087] The vehicle also includes a body and a hood. The hood is hinged to the body and can be opened or closed. When the hood is open, the front storage component 10 is exposed, making it convenient for users to take and put items into the storage box 2. When the hood is closed, the front storage component 10 is covered by the hood.

[0088] According to the vehicle embodiment of this application, the front cabin storage component 10 avoids the gap between the storage box 2 and the front cabin trim panel 1 facing upwards by overlapping the front cabin trim panel 1 with the flange 22, thereby enhancing the refinement of the storage box 2. Furthermore, by making the transition surface at the overlap between the flange 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 flush, the gap between the flange 22 and the front cabin trim panel 1 is minimized, further enhancing the refinement.

[0089] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship 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 of this application.

[0090] 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 them; 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0091] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example 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. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification.

[0092] 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. A front compartment storage assembly (10), characterized in that, include: Front cabin trim panel (1), the front cabin trim panel (1) has a trim panel opening (13) in the middle. The storage box (2) includes a front cabin trim panel (1) comprising a main body (21) forming a storage space (27) and a flange (22) connected to the main body (21), the front cabin trim panel (1) being attached to the flange (22). The transition surface at the joint between the flange (22) and the front cabin trim panel (1) is flush.

2. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, At the opening (13) of the trim panel, the vertical gap between the front cabin trim panel (1) and the flange (22) is less than or equal to 0.1 mm.

3. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The front cabin trim panel (1) includes a trim panel body (11) and a boss (12). The boss (12) is connected to the trim panel body (11). The boss (12) is a ring structure and surrounds the outer periphery of the trim panel opening (13). The boss (12) protrudes from the upper surface of the trim panel body (11). The boss (12) at least partially overlaps the flange (22).

4. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The front cabin trim panel (1) and the flange (22) are also connected by a connecting structure.

5. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body (21) includes a bottom wall (211) and a side wall (212). The side wall (212) is connected to the bottom wall (211) and encloses the storage space (27). The bottom wall (211) is provided with a plurality of first mounting structures (23). The front compartment storage component (10) also includes a plurality of first covers (3). Each first cover (3) is placed on the corresponding first mounting structure (23). The plurality of first covers (3) are spaced apart from each other and have the same structure. Among them, the centers of the plurality of first plugs (3) are located on the same straight line, and / or the body part (21) is an axisymmetric structure, and the plurality of first plugs (3) are arranged symmetrically along the axis of symmetry of the body part (21).

6. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom wall (211) includes a bottom wall body (2111) and a recess (2112). The recess (2112) is connected to the bottom wall body (2111). The recess (2112) is recessed downward relative to the bottom wall body (2111) to form a recessed space (2113). The first mounting structure (23) is disposed on the recess (2112). The first plug (3) is at least partially located in the recessed space (2113). The first plug (3) is an elastic element. The interference between the first plug (3) and the recess (2112) is greater than 0 mm.

7. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The main body (21) has an axisymmetric structure, and the front cabin storage assembly (10) further includes at least one second mounting structure (25), which is adapted to be connected to the main body (21) and / or the flange (22), and the front cabin trim panel (1) is disposed on the top of the second mounting structure (25).

8. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The main body (21) includes a bottom wall (211) and a side wall (212). The side wall (212) is connected to the bottom wall (211) and encloses the storage space (27). The side wall (212) is at least partially constructed as an arc shape.

9. The forward compartment storage assembly (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The main body (21) includes a bottom wall (211) and a side wall (212). The side wall (212) is connected to the bottom wall (211) and encloses the storage space (27). The bottom wall (211) is provided with a drain hole (26). The front compartment storage component (10) also includes a second cover (4). The second cover (4) is used to block the drain hole (26). The second cover (4) can also open the drain hole (26). The second cover (4) is an elastic element. The interference between the second cover (4) and the drain hole (26) is 1 mm to 2 mm.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the front compartment storage assembly (10) as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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