Cladding component with air-permeable top layer and fan arranged under the top layer and motor vehicle

The air-permeable disguise component with integrated fans and temperature control addresses inefficiencies in vehicle air conditioning by directly distributing tempered air, reducing pressure loss and enhancing comfort and efficiency.

DE102023126705A1Pending Publication Date: 2025-04-03AUDI AG +1
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Patent Information

Application Number
DE102023126705
Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-09-29
Publication Date
2025-04-03

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Technical Problem

Existing vehicle air conditioning systems suffer from high pressure loss, long response times, increased weight and material costs, and discomfort due to direct air distribution, particularly in large passenger compartments, with central ducting leading to inefficient temperature distribution and solar radiation issues.

Method used

A disguise component with an air-permeable cover layer that integrates a fan to directly distribute tempered air into the passenger compartment, minimizing pressure loss and eliminating the need for central air ducts, while incorporating decentralized fans and temperature control for efficient temperature adjustment.

Benefits of technology

This solution reduces air pressure loss, minimizes temperature response time, saves weight and material costs, and provides comfortable air distribution, enhancing the indoor climate by allowing for rapid and targeted temperature adjustments.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a trim component (10) for a passenger compartment (12) of a motor vehicle, comprising a cover layer (16) which, in an installation position of the trim component (10) in the motor vehicle, has a surface (18) facing the passenger compartment (12). The cover layer (16) is designed to be air-permeable towards the passenger compartment (12). In the installation position of the trim component (10), air can be introduced into the passenger compartment (12) through the cover layer (16). The trim component (10) has at least one fan (22) for conveying the air through the cover layer (16), wherein the cover layer (16) at least partially covers a pressure side (24) of the at least one fan (22), from which the conveyed air exits the fan (22) during operation. Furthermore, the invention relates to a motor vehicle with at least one such trim component (10).
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