A side-wall integrated storage box

Abstract

This application belongs to the field of cockpit human-machine environment design and interior system integration design, and specifically relates to a side wall panel integrated storage box. The storage box includes: a cockpit side wall interior panel, with a sandwich space between the cockpit side wall interior panel and the cockpit wall, and a storage box mounting opening on the cockpit side wall interior panel; a shell, the shell having a size and shape adapted to the sandwich space, the shell being accommodated in the sandwich space through the storage box mounting opening, the shell being fixedly connected to the cockpit side wall interior panel through a shell mounting edge, the left and right sides of the shell respectively having limit guide grooves, and a magnetic lock body installed on the upper side of the shell; a box body, the left and right sides of the box body respectively having limit posts that cooperate with the limit guide grooves, the upper side of the box body having a magnetic suction element that cooperates with the magnetic lock body, and the lower side of the box body being connected to the lower side of the shell through a damping hinge.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of cockpit human-machine environment design and interior system integration design, and specifically relates to a side wall panel integrated storage box. Background Technology

[0002] Due to aerodynamic constraints and payload limitations, the cockpits of special mission aircraft are extremely small and compact. Despite this, pilots still need to carry and readily access essential items such as mission cards, navigation maps, and small electronic devices. Currently, soft storage bags are commonly used in cockpits to address this storage issue.

[0003] However, soft storage bags have a series of inherent defects that are incompatible with the harsh operating conditions of aircraft: First, their soft, unsupported structure cannot effectively secure the internal items when the aircraft is in high-G flight (high G-force overload) and under continuous vibration, causing the items to shake violently and collide, which can easily damage precision equipment and may generate noise interference; Second, storing and retrieving items usually requires two hands, one hand to hold the bag and the other to store and retrieve them, which can distract the pilots during critical phases of flight and affect flight safety; Finally, their add-on installation method and arbitrary shape disrupt the integrity and cleanliness of the cockpit environment.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a technical solution to overcome or mitigate at least one of the aforementioned defects in the existing technology. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide a side-wall integrated storage box to solve at least one problem existing in the prior art.

[0006] The technical solution of this application is:

[0007] A side-wall integrated storage box, comprising:

[0008] The cockpit side wall interior panel has a sandwich space between it and the cockpit wall, and a storage box installation opening is provided on the cockpit side wall interior panel;

[0009] The housing has a size and shape adapted to the interlayer space. The housing is accommodated in the interlayer space through the storage box mounting opening. The housing is fixedly connected to the cockpit side wall interior panel through the housing mounting edge. Limit guide grooves are respectively opened on the left and right sides of the housing. A magnetic lock body is installed on the upper side of the housing.

[0010] The box body has limiting posts on its left and right sides that cooperate with the limiting guide groove. A magnetic suction element that cooperates with the magnetic lock body is installed on the upper side of the box body. The lower side of the box body is connected to the lower side of the shell through a damping hinge.

[0011] In at least one embodiment of this application, a pressure relief hole is provided on the housing.

[0012] In at least one embodiment of this application, the limiting guide groove is an arc-shaped waist-shaped groove, and the limiting post is cylindrical.

[0013] In at least one embodiment of this application, the box body is provided with a partition for dividing the storage space.

[0014] In at least one embodiment of this application, the surface of the box is provided with operation markings.

[0015] In at least one embodiment of this application, a handle is mounted on the surface of the box.

[0016] In at least one embodiment of this application, the magnetic element is an iron sheet.

[0017] In at least one embodiment of this application, the magnetic lock body and the magnetic element are opened and locked by pressing.

[0018] The utility model has at least the following beneficial technical effects:

[0019] The sidewall integrated storage box of this application is installed in the extremely compact sidewall interlayer space of the aircraft due to aerodynamic constraints. It realizes the integrated design of the storage box and the cockpit sidewall interior panel, and introduces a structural design that resists the aerodynamic environment. It can make efficient use of space, ensure the safe and stable storage of items, and make operation convenient without affecting flight safety. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a first-view assembly drawing of an integrated storage box with sidewall panels according to one embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a second-view assembly diagram of an integrated storage box with sidewall panels according to one embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 3 This is an overall schematic diagram of a side-wall integrated storage box according to one embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a first-view exploded view of an integrated storage box with sidewall panels according to one embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a second-view exploded view of an integrated storage box with sidewall panels according to one embodiment of this application.

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[0026] 1-Cockpit side wall interior panel; 2-Shell; 3-Limiting guide groove; 4-Magnetic lock body; 5-Box body; 6-Limiting post; 7-Magnetic component; 8-Damping hinge; 9-Block; 10-Operation marking. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The described embodiments are some, but not all, embodiments of this application. 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. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application. The embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "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. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application.

[0029] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1 to 5 This application will be described in further detail.

[0030] This application provides a side-wall integrated storage box, including: a shell 2 and a box body 5.

[0031] Specifically, such as Figure 1-2 As shown, there is a space between the cockpit side wall interior panel 1 and the cockpit wall, and a storage box mounting opening is provided on the cockpit side wall interior panel 1. The size of the storage box mounting opening is determined according to the size of the shell 2, so that after the shell 2 is installed into the space, the shell mounting edge of the shell 2 fits against the edge of the storage box mounting opening.

[0032] like Figure 3-5As shown, the housing 2 has a size and shape adapted to the interlayer space. The housing 2 is accommodated in the interlayer space through the storage box mounting opening. The housing 2 has a housing mounting edge, which is fixedly connected to the cockpit side wall interior panel 1. Limiting guide grooves 3 are respectively provided on the left and right sides of the housing 2. A magnetic lock body 4 is installed on the upper side of the housing 2 via a lock body fastener. The left and right sides of the box body 5 are respectively provided with limiting posts 6 that cooperate with the limiting guide grooves 3. A magnetic suction element 7 that cooperates with the magnetic lock body 4 is installed on the upper side of the box body 5. The lower side of the box body 5 is connected to the lower side of the housing 2 via a damping hinge 8. The damping hinge 8 is connected to both the box body 5 and the housing 2 via hinge fasteners. The damping hinge 8 has inherent damping characteristics, and its main function is to increase the movement resistance of the box body 5, ensuring that it will not produce harmful shaking or abnormal noise in the aircraft vibration environment. It also provides a smooth operating feel and avoids structural impact and the risk of items being thrown out when the box body 5 instantly falls to its maximum opening position after opening.

[0033] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the housing 2 serves as the mounting base and structural support for the entire storage box. Multiple mounting holes are provided on the mounting edge of the housing, and screws are used to fix the mounting edge of the housing to a predetermined position on the cockpit side wall interior panel 1, achieving rigid integration between the storage box and the cockpit side wall interior panel 1. The surface of the housing 2 is flush with the cockpit side wall interior panel 1, achieving visual concealment and spatial integration. Preferably, a pressure relief hole is provided on the housing 2 to balance the air pressure inside and outside the storage box, preventing opening difficulties, structural damage, or even safety hazards caused by pressure differences or gas accumulation. As core components for achieving precise control of the opening angle and overload-resistant mechanical locking, the limiting guide groove 3 of the housing 2 and the limiting post 6 of the box body 5 must balance smooth movement, mechanical strength, and wear optimization. In this embodiment, limit guide grooves 3 are machined on both sides of the housing 2. The limit guide grooves 3 are arc-shaped waist grooves with an arc-shaped axis. This design ensures that the box 5 moves smoothly along a predetermined trajectory during the opening process and together with the cylindrical limit post 6 on the box 5, they form a reliable mechanical limit structure. This mechanical limit structure has undergone precise spatial verification to prevent interference with surrounding equipment.

[0034] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the box body 5 serves as the direct carrier of storage functionality. Its design fully considers user needs. Inside the box body 5, a partition 9 is provided to divide the storage space. Under flight overload and vibration conditions, the partition 9 can effectively separate and secure items, preventing collisions. In this embodiment, operation markings 10 are affixed to the surface of the box body 5 to visually indicate the operation position. A handle for opening the storage box can also be installed on the surface of the box body 5. Preferably, the magnetic suction element 7 installed on the upper side of the box body 5 is an iron sheet, used to cooperate with the magnetic lock body 4 on the housing 2.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the magnetic lock body 4 is a push-to-switch type magnetic lock. The magnetic lock body 4 and the magnetic component 7 are opened and locked by pressing, making operation simple. When locked, the iron piece is attracted by magnetic force, and a clear click sound is provided as confirmation feedback, achieving a combination of convenient operation and clear status indication. Compared with a latch-shaped locking mechanism, the combination of the magnetic lock body 4 and the iron piece has almost no impact on the opening size of the box body 5, making maximum use of the space between the cockpit side wall interior panel 1 and the cockpit wall.

[0036] The integrated storage box on the side wall panel of this application opens as follows: The pilot presses the operation mark 10 on the surface of the box 5 with one hand, disengaging the magnetic lock 4. Under the control of the damping hinge 8, the box 5 smoothly springs open to a certain angle. The pilot can then continue to push the box 5 downwards until the limiting posts 6 on both sides of the box 5 reach the end of the upper limit guide groove 3 of the shell 2, reaching the maximum safe opening angle limited by the mechanical structure. Closing process: Pushing the box 5 back, when the magnetic component 7 on the box 5 approaches the magnetic lock 4, it will be automatically attracted by magnetic force. Pressing the operation mark 10 again will push the box 5 completely in, flush with the cockpit side wall interior panel 1. A click sound from the magnetic lock 4 confirms that the box is locked in place.

[0037] The side-wall integrated storage box of this application provides a systematic integration of storage functions and a vibration-resistant design solution:

[0038] (a) Spatial Restructuring and Functional Integration: This application breaks away from the traditional concept of add-on storage bags and deeply integrates the storage box into the cockpit side wall interior panel 1. Its shell 2 is fixed to the cockpit side wall interior panel 1 with screws, making the storage box an inseparable part of the cockpit side wall interior panel 1. This achieves efficient utilization of the interlayer space between the cockpit side wall interior panel 1 and the cockpit wall, creating a regular storage volume without occupying valuable cabin space.

[0039] (b) Structural design to withstand dynamic environments: To ensure absolute reliability under high vibration and overload conditions, this application employs multiple safety features:

[0040] ① Double safety features: Magnetic lock body 4 + mechanical limit: The housing 5 achieves convenient opening and locking with clear audible / tactile feedback through a push-button magnetic lock body 4. Simultaneously, a mechanical hard limit is formed by the precise engagement of the limiting post 6 on the housing 5 and the limiting guide groove 3 on the housing 2. This combination ensures that the housing 5 will not accidentally pop open under extreme conditions and precisely limits its maximum opening angle, effectively preventing interference with surrounding operating equipment.

[0041] ② Damping effect of damping hinge 8: Its core function is not only to provide operating feel, but more importantly, to use the damping effect to suppress the unexpected shaking of the box 5 in the vibration environment, so as to ensure smooth and controllable movement.

[0042] (c) Optimizing ergonomics and protecting items: The surface of the box 5 is equipped with operation markings 10, which facilitates one-handed and blind operation by the pilot, greatly reducing operational distraction and improving flight safety. The internal partitions 9 of the box 5 are used to divide the storage space. Their core function is to limit the movement range of stored items and prevent them from colliding with each other and making abnormal noises during flight.

[0043] Compared with the prior art, the side-wall integrated storage box of this application has the following advantages:

[0044] 1. Solved the safety problem of storage in the cockpit: Through a rigid integrated structure and a double safety design of magnetic lock body 4+ mechanical limit, the risk of items shaking and falling during maneuvering flight and storage boxes opening on their own has been completely eliminated, significantly improving flight safety.

[0045] 2. Efficient space utilization: By integrating with the interior panel 1 of the cockpit side wall, the originally ineffective mezzanine space is transformed into a functional space, realizing the optimized design of the layout in the small and compact space of the cockpit.

[0046] 3. Excellent ergonomics: The one-handed press operation mode, combined with clear locking feedback, enables pilots to quickly and safely access items during busy flight missions, improving human-computer interaction efficiency.

[0047] 4. Enhanced cockpit integrity and aesthetics: The concealed design integrates the storage compartments with the cockpit interior style, resulting in a clean and unified appearance that meets the requirements of high integration and high quality of modern aircraft equipment.

[0048] In summary, this application achieves significant improvements in the safety, reliability, and ergonomics of storage functions, meeting the stringent requirements of special application scenarios.

[0049] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A side-wall integrated storage box, characterized in that, include: The cockpit side wall interior panel (1) has a sandwich space between the cockpit side wall interior panel (1) and the cockpit wall, and the cockpit side wall interior panel (1) has a storage box installation port. The housing (2) has a size and shape adapted to the interlayer space. The housing (2) is accommodated in the interlayer space through the storage box mounting port. The housing (2) is fixedly connected to the cockpit side wall interior panel (1) through the housing mounting edge. Limit guide grooves (3) are respectively opened on the left and right sides of the housing (2). A magnetic lock body (4) is installed on the upper side of the housing (2). The box body (5) has a limiting post (6) that cooperates with the limiting guide groove (3) on its left and right sides respectively. The upper side of the box body (5) is equipped with a magnetic suction part (7) that cooperates with the magnetic lock body (4). The lower side of the box body (5) is connected to the lower side of the shell (2) through a damping hinge (8).

2. The side-wall integrated storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing (2) has a pressure relief hole.

3. The side-wall integrated storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting guide groove (3) is an arc-shaped waist groove, and the limiting post (6) is cylindrical.

4. The side-wall integrated storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box (5) is equipped with a partition (9) for dividing the storage space.

5. The side-wall integrated storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface of the box (5) is provided with operation markings (10).

6. The side-wall integrated storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, A handle is installed on the surface of the box (5).

7. The side-wall integrated storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The magnetic accumulator (7) is an iron sheet.

8. The side-wall integrated storage box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The magnetic lock body (4) and the magnetic component (7) are opened and locked by pressing.

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