Storage device for a vehicle's center console and the vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to a storage device (1) for a center console of a vehicle (14). The storage device (1) comprises a receiving compartment (2) with a receiving space (2a) and a drawer (3) with an interior space (3a). The receiving space (2a) of the receiving compartment (2) and the interior space (3a) of the drawer (3) are connected to each other via an access opening (5). The interior space (3a) of the drawer (3) is directly accessible via the access opening (5) when the drawer (3) is open. The invention also relates to a vehicle (14) with the storage device (1).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a storage device for a center console of a vehicle according to the preamble of claim 1. The invention also relates to the vehicle with the center console and the storage device attached in the center console.

[0002] A storage compartment in a vehicle's center console can be used, for example, to store food such as drinks and snacks. The storage compartment may, inconveniently, be accessible from either the first or second row of seats.

[0003] DE 10 2020 209 742 A1 discloses, for example, a device for a vehicle which has a cooling compartment, a snack compartment and a beverage compartment.

[0004] DE 10 2022 210 552 A1 discloses a console box for a vehicle. The console box comprises a main body with a first receiving compartment accessible through a first opening and a second receiving compartment accessible through a second opening. The console box further comprises a cover mounted on the main body that opens and closes the first opening, and a removable compartment that is mounted on or removed from the first receiving compartment through the first opening. The console box also includes a sliding compartment that enters and exits the second receiving compartment through the second opening, opens and closes the second opening, and slides within the second receiving compartment. The first and second receiving compartments are interconnected within the main body.

[0005] DE 10 2023 114 032 A1 discloses a center console for vehicles. The center console includes a first-row storage unit with a first cover and a movable storage unit that is movable along a guide structure between a forward and a backward position. The movable storage unit includes an upper opening and a second cover. Both the first and second covers can be in open positions, while in the forward position, the movable storage unit is at least partially located inside the first-row storage unit to provide access to the interior of the movable storage unit.

[0006] The object of the invention is therefore to provide an improved or at least alternative embodiment of a storage device of the generic type, in which the described disadvantages are overcome. The object of the invention is also to provide a vehicle with the storage device integrated into its center console.

[0007] This problem is solved according to the invention by the subject matter of the independent claims. Advantageous embodiments are the subject matter of the dependent claims.

[0008] The storage device according to the invention is designed for a vehicle's center console. The storage device comprises a receiving compartment with a receiving space and a drawer with an interior, wherein the receiving compartment and the drawer are arranged side by side in a stacking direction. The receiving space of the receiving compartment and the interior of the drawer are connected to each other in the stacking direction via an access opening. The storage device also includes a closing flap that closes the access opening transversely to the stacking direction. The drawer is slidably arranged on the receiving compartment in a displacement direction perpendicular to the stacking direction. The interior of the drawer is accessible via the access opening when the closing flap is open and directly when the drawer is open.

[0009] In the storage device according to the invention, the interior of the drawer can be accessed via the access opening by opening the locking flap or directly via the drawer by opening it or by sliding the drawer away from the receiving compartment. If the storage device is integrated into the center console of the vehicle, the interior of the drawer can be accessed from both the first and second rows of seats. This increases passenger comfort. Furthermore, different versions of the storage device are preferred in different markets. For example, in the USA, storage devices accessible from the first row of seats are preferred, while in China, storage devices accessible from the second row of seats are preferred.The storage device according to the invention offers a solution that appeals to a wide variety of customers in different markets.

[0010] According to the invention, the storage device has at least one first locking mechanism. This first locking mechanism is designed such that when the drawer is open, the locking flap is locked, and when the drawer is closed, the locking flap is unlocked. The first locking mechanism can have at least two cooperating gears. The gears can be of different sizes, thereby achieving a suitable transmission ratio. Furthermore, the first locking mechanism can have a first stop element and a second stop element. The first stop element can be located on one of the gears of the first locking mechanism, and the second stop element can be located on the locking flap. When the drawer is open, the stop elements can engage and prevent the locking flap from opening.Furthermore, at least one initial safety mechanism can include a locking element integrated into the drawer. When the drawer is opened, this locking element can release the gears to rotate, thereby allowing the stop elements to be actuated.

[0011] Alternatively or additionally, the storage device may have at least one second locking mechanism. This second locking mechanism may be configured such that, when the locking flap is open, the drawer is locked from opening or sliding away from the storage compartment, and when the locking flap is closed, the drawer is unlocked from opening or sliding away from the storage compartment. The second locking mechanism may have at least two interacting gears. The gears may be of different sizes, thereby achieving a suitable gear ratio. Furthermore, the second locking mechanism may have a first stop element and a second stop element. The first stop element may be located on one of the gears of the second locking mechanism, and the second stop element may be located on the drawer itself.The stop elements can interlock when the latch is open, preventing the drawer from opening. Additionally, at least one secondary locking mechanism can incorporate a locking element on the latch. When the latch is opened, this locking element can release the gears, allowing them to rotate and thus actuate the stop elements.

[0012] Abuse by the inmate can be prevented by at least one first safeguarding mechanism and / or at least one second safeguarding mechanism.

[0013] The invention also relates to a vehicle with a center console, a first row of seats, and a second row of seats. Furthermore, the vehicle has a storage device as described above. The storage device is mounted in the center console such that the interior of the drawer is accessible from the first row of seats via the access opening when the cover is open, and directly from the second row of seats when the drawer is open. When the storage device is mounted in the center console, its stacking direction is aligned parallel to the Z-axis of the vehicle. The receiving compartment is positioned above the drawer with respect to gravity. The direction of movement of the storage device is then aligned parallel to the X-axis of the vehicle.The drawer is arranged with respect to the X-axis in such a way that it can be opened when moved against the direction of travel of the vehicle and closed when moved in the direction of travel of the vehicle.

[0014] Further important features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims, the drawings and the associated description of the figures based on the drawings.

[0015] It is understood that the features mentioned above and those to be explained below can be used not only in the combinations specified, but also in other combinations or on their own, without leaving the scope of the present invention.

[0016] Preferred embodiments of the invention are shown in the drawings and are explained in more detail in the following description, wherein identical reference numerals refer to identical or similar or functionally identical components.

[0017] Each of these shows, schematically: Fig. 1 a sectional view of a storage device according to the invention; Fig. 2 a view of a closing flap of the storage device according to the invention; Fig. 3 a view of a receiving compartment of the storage device according to the invention; Fig. 4 a view of a drawer of the storage device according to the invention; Fig. 5 a sectional view of the storage device according to the invention with the closing flap and the drawer closed; Fig. 6 a partial sectional view of the in Fig. 5 storage device shown with locking mechanisms; Fig. 7 a sectional view of the storage device according to the invention with the closing flap closed and the drawer open; Fig. 8 a partial sectional view of the in Fig. 7 storage device shown with locking mechanisms; Fig. 9 a sectional view of the storage device according to the invention with the closing flap open and the drawer closed; Fig. 10 a partial sectional view of the in Fig. 9 storage device shown with locking mechanisms; Fig. 11 a view of a vehicle according to the invention with the storage device according to the invention.

[0018] Fig. Figure 1 shows a sectional view of a storage device 1 according to the invention. The storage device 1 comprises a receiving compartment 2 with a receiving space 2a, a drawer 3 with an interior 3a, and a locking flap 4. The receiving compartment 2 and the drawer 3 are arranged side by side in a stacking direction SR and are connected to each other via an access opening 5. The access opening 5 is formed in the receiving compartment 2 and closed by the locking flap 4. The locking flap 4 is hinged to the receiving compartment 2 by means of a pivot axis 8. The drawer 3 is slidably arranged on the receiving compartment 2 in a displacement direction VR perpendicular to the stacking direction ST. This allows access to the interior 3a of the drawer 3 via the access opening 5 and directly via the drawer 3.

[0019] Furthermore, the storage device 1 comprises two first locking mechanisms 6 with gears 6a (only one of which is shown here) and two second locking mechanisms 7 with gears 7a (only one of which is shown here). The first locking mechanisms 6 and the second locking mechanisms 7 are each spaced apart from each other in a lateral direction BR perpendicular to the stacking direction ST and the displacement direction VR.

[0020] The respective first locking mechanism 6 comprises, in addition to the gears 6a, a first stop element 9a formed on one of the gears 6a, and a second stop element 9b formed on the locking flap 4. Furthermore, the respective first locking mechanism comprises a locking element 9c formed on the drawer 3. When the locking element 9c is moved with the drawer 3, the gears 6a rotate and the stop elements 9a and 9b engage with each other. The function of the first locking mechanisms 6 is described below with reference to Fig. 5 to Fig. 10 explained in more detail.

[0021] The respective second locking mechanism 7 comprises, in addition to the gears 7a, a first stop element 13a formed on one of the gears 7a, and a second stop element 13b formed on the drawer 3. Furthermore, the respective second locking mechanism 7 comprises a locking element 13c formed on the strike plate 4. When the locking element 13c is moved with the strike plate 4, the gears 7a rotate and the stop elements 13a and 13b engage with each other. The function of the second locking mechanisms 7 is described below with reference to Fig. 5 to Fig. 10 explained in more detail.

[0022] Fig. Figure 2 shows a view of the closing flap 4 of the storage device 1 according to the invention. As in Fig. As can be seen particularly well in Figure 2, the pivot axis 8 is arranged laterally on the locking flap 4. The second stop elements 9b of the first locking mechanisms 6 and the locking elements 13c of the second locking mechanisms 7 are also visible on the locking flap 4.

[0023] Fig. Figure 3 shows a view of the receiving compartment 2 of the storage device 1 according to the invention. As can be seen particularly well here, the access opening 5 is formed in the receiving compartment 2. A pivot axis receptacle 10 is formed on the receiving compartment 2 for the pivot axis 8 of the locking flap 4. Furthermore, two first locking receptacles 11 for receiving the first locking mechanisms 6 and two second locking receptacles 12 for receiving the second locking mechanisms 7 are formed on the receiving compartment 2.

[0024] Fig. Figure 4 shows a view of drawer 3 of the storage device 1 according to the invention. As in Fig. As can be seen particularly well, the second stop elements 13b of the second locking mechanisms 7 and the locking elements 9c of the first locking mechanisms 6 are formed on the drawer 3.

[0025] Fig. Figure 5 shows a sectional view of the storage device 1 according to the invention. Fig. Figure 6 shows a partial sectional view of the in Fig. Storage device 1 shown in Figure 5 is attached to the locking mechanisms 6 and 7. Fig. 5 and Fig. 6. The locking flap 4 and the drawer 3 are closed. The locking elements 9c and 13c prevent the gears 6a and 7a from rotating and the stop elements 9a, 9b and 13a, 13b from engaging. The stop elements 9a, 9b and 13a, 13b are disengaged from each other here, and the locking flap 4 or the drawer 3 can be opened.

[0026] Fig. Figure 7 shows a sectional view of the storage device 1 according to the invention. Fig. Figure 8 shows a partial sectional view of the Fig. Storage device 1 shown in Figure 7 is attached to the locking mechanisms 6 and 7. Fig. 7 and Fig. 8. The locking flap 4 is closed and the drawer 3 is open. When the drawer 3 is opened, the locking element 9c also moves, and the gears 6a can rotate. By rotating the gears 6a, the stop elements 9a and 9b engage with each other, and the locking flap 4 can no longer be opened. The stop elements 13a and 13b, however, remain separated. When the drawer 3 is closed, the locking element 9c also moves and returns the gears 6a to their initial position. This causes the stop elements 9a and 9b to separate. When the drawer 3 is closed, the storage device 1 moves into the Fig. 5 and Fig. 6 shown condition.

[0027] Fig. Figure 9 shows a sectional view of the storage device 1 according to the invention. Fig. Figure 10 shows a partial sectional view of the Fig. Storage device 1 shown in Figure 9 is attached to the locking mechanisms 6 and 7. Fig. 9 and Fig. At position 10, the locking flap 4 is open and the drawer 3 is closed. When the locking flap 4 is opened, the locking element 13c moves and the gears 7a rotate. As the gears 7a rotate, the stop elements 13a and 13b engage with each other, and the drawer 3 can no longer be opened. The stop elements 9a and 9b, however, remain separated. When the locking flap 4 is closed, the locking element 13c also moves and returns the gears 7a to their initial position. This causes the stop elements 13a and 13b to separate. The storage device 1 moves into the Fig. 5 and Fig. 6 shown condition.

[0028] Fig.Figure 11 shows a vehicle 14 according to the invention with the storage device 1 according to the invention. The storage device 1 is installed in the vehicle 14 in a center console (not shown here). The stacking direction ST is parallel to the Z-axis of the vehicle 14, the displacement direction VR is parallel to the X-axis of the vehicle 14, and the width direction BR is parallel to the Y-axis of the vehicle 14. The interior 3a of the drawer 3 is accessible from a first row of seats 15a of the vehicle 14 via the access opening 5 or from a second row of seats 15b of the vehicle 14 directly via the drawer 3.

Claims

[1] Storage device (1) for a center console of a vehicle (14), - wherein the storage device (1) has a receiving compartment (2) with a receiving space (2a) and a drawer (3) with an interior space (3a), - wherein the receiving compartment (2) and the drawer (3) are arranged next to each other in a stacking direction (ST), - wherein the receiving space (2a) of the receiving compartment (2) and the interior (3a) of the drawer (3) are connected to each other in the stacking direction (ST) via an access opening (5), - wherein the storage device (1) has a closing flap (4) and the closing flap (4) closes the access opening (5) transversely to the stacking direction (ST), - wherein the drawer (3) is arranged to be displaceable in a displacement direction (VR) perpendicular to the stacking direction (ST) on the receiving compartment (2), and - wherein the interior (3a) of the drawer (3) is accessible via the access opening (5) when the closing flap (4) is open and directly when the drawer (3) is open, characterized by , that the storage device (1) has at least one first locking mechanism (6) and that the at least one first locking mechanism (6) is designed such that when the drawer (3) is open the locking flap (4) is locked to open and when the drawer (3) is closed the locking flap (4) is unlocked to open. [2] Storage device (1) according to claim 1, characterized by , that the storage device (1) has at least one second locking mechanism (7) and that the at least one second locking mechanism (7) is designed such that when the locking flap (4) is open the drawer (3) is locked to open and when the locking flap (4) is closed the drawer (3) is unlocked to open. [3] Vehicle (14) with a center console, a first row of seats (15a) and a second row of seats (15b), - wherein the vehicle (14) has a storage device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, - wherein the storage device (1) is attached in the center console in such a way that the interior (3a) of the drawer (3) is directly accessible from the first row of seats (15a) with the closing flap (4) open via the access opening (5) and from the second row of seats (15b) with the drawer (3) open.

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