Center console for a motor vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to a center console for a motor vehicle, comprising at least the following components: - a storage compartment with an upward access opening; - a cover for opening and closing the access opening; - a first hinge mechanism by means of which the cover is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment about a first pivot axis on a first opening side; - a second hinge mechanism, by means of which the cover is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment about a second pivot axis on a second opening side opposite the first opening side; - at least a first opening means, - at least one second opening means, both hinge mechanisms being adjustable between a storage state and a release state, In the released state, the cover can be opened on the opening side of the respective hinge mechanism. The center console is characterized primarily by the fact that the first opening moment differs in magnitude from the second opening moment. A center console that can be opened from both sides with an opening speed adjusted on both sides is proposed.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a center console for a motor vehicle, as well as a motor vehicle with such a center console.

[0002] Center consoles in motor vehicles which have a storage compartment are known from industrial practice. Such a storage compartment is, for example, accessible from above and covered by a cover designed as an armrest. Good accessibility of the storage compartment from both sides is aimed for, so that both the driver and front passenger have good access to the storage compartment. To this end, the cover can be pivoted on both sides of the storage compartment. For example, the cover is mounted on one side of the storage compartment by means of a substructure, so that the cover can be pivoted using the substructure to open it. On the other side, however, the cover is mounted on the substructure, so that on this side the cover can be pivoted without the substructure to open it.

[0003] However, such a solution would result in different opening behavior on both sides. Such different opening behavior is undesirable and could potentially cause irritation for users.

[0004] DE 102 47 453 A1 discloses a container that can be opened from both sides, provided with a lid and a container compartment, which has a first pivot axis rotatably mounted in the container compartment, a second pivot axis mounted in a rotationally fixed manner with respect to the container compartment, which is substantially parallel and spaced from the first pivot axis, at least one connecting element between the first and second pivot axes, wherein the connecting element has a first bearing point in the region of the first pivot axis, with which the connecting element is rotationally fixed to the first pivot axis and lockable to the lid, and a second bearing point in the region of the second pivot axis, with which the connecting element is lockable and rotatable to the second pivot axis with respect to the container compartment, at least one first spring element between the container compartment and the first pivot axis, which prestresses the first pivot axis in the first lid opening direction,and at least one second spring element between the lid and the second pivot axis, which preloads the lid in the second lid opening direction.,

[0005] Based on this, the present invention is based on the object of at least partially overcoming the disadvantages known from the prior art. The features of the invention arise from the independent claims, for which advantageous embodiments are presented in the dependent claims. The features of the claims can be combined in any technically reasonable manner, whereby the explanations from the following description and features from the figures, which comprise additional embodiments of the invention, can also be consulted for this purpose.

[0006] The invention relates to a center console for a motor vehicle, comprising at least the following components: - a storage compartment with an upward access opening; - a cover for opening and closing the access opening; - a first hinge mechanism by means of which the cover is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment about a first pivot axis on a first opening side; - a second hinge mechanism, by means of which the cover is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment about a second pivot axis on a second opening side opposite the first opening side; - at least one first opening means which provides a first opening moment for pivoting the cover about the first pivot axis, - at least one second opening means which provides a second opening moment for pivoting the cover about the second pivot axis, both hinge mechanisms being adjustable between a storage state and a release state, wherein in the storage state the cover is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment by means of the hinge mechanism, wherein in the release state the cover is openable on the opening side of the respective hinge mechanism in order to be pivotable about the pivot axis on the opposite opening side.

[0007] The first opening moment differs in magnitude from the second opening moment.

[0008] Unless explicitly stated otherwise, ordinal numbers used in the preceding and following descriptions serve only to clearly distinguish them and do not reflect the order or ranking of the designated components. An ordinal number greater than one does not necessarily imply that another such component must be present.

[0009] A center console for a motor vehicle is proposed here. Such a center console has at least one storage compartment, a cover, a first hinge mechanism, a second hinge mechanism, a first opening means, and a second opening means.

[0010] The center console's storage compartment is accessible from two sides. The storage compartment can be opened from the two corresponding sides (hereinafter referred to as the opening sides) by pivoting the cover around a pivot axis formed by the corresponding hinge mechanism on the opposite side.

[0011] The storage compartment has an upward-facing access opening so that the storage volume of the storage compartment is accessible. The access opening preferably extends in a horizontal plane, orthogonal to a vertical, across the entire storage volume. The horizontal plane is preferably spanned by a vehicle longitudinal direction and a transverse direction, orthogonal to the longitudinal direction.

[0012] The cover is thus designed to open and close the access opening. Preferably, the cover completely seals the storage volume when closed. Preferably, the cover can be pivoted by at least 90° (ninety degrees), particularly preferably at least 100° (one hundred degrees), between the open and closed states.

[0013] The cover preferably forms an armrest. The armrest is particularly preferably formed on the upper side of the cover.

[0014] The first hinge mechanism is arranged on a first opening side of the storage compartment, between the storage compartment and the cover. The first hinge mechanism is designed to mount the cover on the storage compartment so that it can pivot about a first pivot axis. By pivoting the cover about the first pivot axis, the storage compartment can be opened from or on a second opening side, which is arranged opposite the first opening side. This enables particularly good access to the storage compartment or the storage volume for a passenger positioned on the second opening side of the center console.

[0015] The second hinge mechanism is arranged on the second opening side of the storage compartment, between the storage compartment and the cover. The second hinge mechanism is designed to mount the cover on the storage compartment so that it can pivot about a second pivot axis. By pivoting the cover about the second pivot axis, the storage compartment can be opened from or on the first opening side. This allows particularly good access to the storage compartment or the storage volume for a passenger positioned on the first opening side of the center console.

[0016] The first opening means is configured to provide a first opening moment. The first opening means, and thus the first opening moment, are arranged and configured to pivot the cover about the first pivot axis and thus open it on the second opening side.

[0017] For this purpose, the first opening means is preferably arranged on the first opening side, particularly preferably on the first pivot axis. The first opening moment is selected such that the cover opens at a speed that is comfortable and high-quality for the passenger.

[0018] The second opening means is configured to provide a second opening moment. The second opening means, and thus the second opening moment, are arranged and configured to pivot the cover about the second pivot axis and thus open it on the first opening side.

[0019] For this purpose, the second opening means is preferably arranged on the second opening side, particularly preferably on the second pivot axis. The second opening moment is selected such that the cover opens at a speed that is comfortable and high-quality for the passenger.

[0020] The two hinge mechanisms are adjustable between a storage state and a release state. Preferably, the hinge mechanism is in a normal state or offset state in the storage state and can be moved into the release state by a release action, at least by the passenger sitting on the respective opening side.

[0021] In the storage state, the cover is mounted on the relevant opening side of the storage compartment, i.e., it is attached in such a way that the cover can pivot relative to the storage compartment but cannot move translationally. Thus, the relevant opening side, on which the hinge mechanism is located in the storage state, cannot be opened.

[0022] The first opening moment now differs in magnitude from the second opening moment.

[0023] Accordingly, the first opening means is designed to provide a greater or smaller opening torque than the second opening means. For example, the first opening means is installed with a greater or lesser preload, connected to the other components with a larger or smaller lever, and / or dimensioned larger or smaller than the second opening means.

[0024] To ensure the storage compartment can be opened from both sides, a mechanism is usually provided that causes uneven weight distribution when opening the two opening sides. This leads to uneven opening speeds on both sides. This type of opening behavior can cause irritation for passengers and a lower impression of quality.

[0025] Using the center console proposed here, a particularly high-quality and uniform opening process can be implemented on both sides.

[0026] The release state is the state in which the respective opening side can be opened. In the release state, for example, the respective hinge mechanism does not form a hinge between the cover and the storage compartment, which would prevent opening.

[0027] Thus, when the first opening side is opened, the first hinge mechanism is in the release state and the second hinge mechanism is in the storage state. When the second opening side is opened, the first hinge mechanism is in the storage state and the second hinge mechanism is in the release state.

[0028] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the center console that at least one support, which is moved along with the cover when pivoting about the first pivot axis and remains on the storage compartment when pivoting about the second pivot axis.

[0029] According to this embodiment, it is proposed that the center console have at least one, preferably two, supports. The at least one support is designed to move with the cover when pivoting about the first pivot axis, and not to move with the cover when pivoting about the second pivot axis, but to remain on the storage compartment.

[0030] Preferably, the first opening moment is designed to be at least so much greater than the second opening moment that the torque required for the pivoting of the at least one carrier is compensated.

[0031] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the center console that the at least one support is arranged extending between the two opening sides between the storage compartment and the cover, wherein the at least one support is pivotally mounted on the first opening side of the storage compartment by means of the first hinge mechanism, wherein the at least one support on the second opening side is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment by means of the second detachably designed hinge mechanism.

[0032] According to this embodiment, the support is now arranged between the compression compartment and the cover. The at least one support extends between the first opening side and the second opening side. Preferably, two supports are arranged parallel to each other.

[0033] For this purpose, the at least one support is mounted on the first opening side of the storage compartment so as to be pivotable about the first pivot axis. This mounting is preferably fixed, i.e., non-removable during operation. Preferably, the support is removably attachable to the cover on the first opening side by means of the first hinge mechanism. For this purpose, the first hinge mechanism can be switched between the above-described release state and the storage state.

[0034] For example, the first hinge mechanism comprises a fastening rod, a through-hole in the support, and a bore in the support. For example, the fastening rod is attached to the cover by means of a switching mechanism and can be inserted into and removed from the bore in the support, preferably along the vehicle's longitudinal direction, to connect or detach the cover and the support.

[0035] For example, if the cover is pivoted around the first pivot axis, the cover is secured to the support so that the cover remains connected to the remaining components. This corresponds to the storage condition.

[0036] If the cover is pivoted about the second pivot axis, the connection between the cover and the storage compartment is released. For example, the fastening rod is pulled out of the support to release the connection. This allows the cover to pivot about the second pivot axis without the support. This corresponds to the release state.

[0037] Accordingly, the second support is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment on the second opening side by means of a detachable second hinge mechanism. For this purpose, the detachable second hinge mechanism can be switched between a storage state and a release state, as explained above.

[0038] For example, the second hinge mechanism comprises a hinge pin, a complementary through-hole in the support, and a bearing bore in the storage compartment. The hinge pin is attached to the cover, for example, by means of a switching mechanism. To switch between the stored state and the released state, the hinge pin can be inserted or removed through the complementary through-hole of the at least one support into the corresponding bearing bore of the storage compartment.

[0039] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the center console that the support on the first opening side is detachably connectable to the cover, and preferably the carrier is connected to the cover on the second opening side.

[0040] According to this embodiment, the at least one support can now be releasably connected to the cover on the opening side. For this purpose, the first hinge mechanism can be switched between the release state and the storage state, as explained above.

[0041] On the opposite second opening side, however, at least one support is fixedly connected to the cover, i.e. cannot be removed during operation.

[0042] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the center console that a first operating element on the first opening side for opening the cover on the first opening side by pivoting about the second pivot axis and a second operating element on the second opening side for opening the cover on the second opening side by pivoting about the first pivot axis.

[0043] According to this embodiment, the center console now has a first control element. The first control element is preferably connected to the first hinge mechanism by means of the switching mechanism. The first hinge mechanism is preferably designed to convert a movement of the first control element into a movement of the fastening rod.

[0044] The first operating element is thus designed to enable a passenger of the motor vehicle to switch between the release state and the storage state of the first hinge mechanism, preferably to move the first hinge mechanism from a storage state to a release state in order to open the first opening side.

[0045] Furthermore, the center console now has a second control element. The second control element is preferably connected to the second hinge mechanism via the switching mechanism. The second hinge mechanism is preferably designed to convert a movement of the second control element into a movement of the hinge pin.

[0046] The second operating element is thus designed to enable a passenger of the motor vehicle to switch between the release state and the storage state of the second hinge mechanism, preferably to move the second hinge mechanism from a storage state to a release state in order to open the second opening side.

[0047] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the center console that the first hinge mechanism and / or the second hinge mechanism each have two hinges which are arranged offset from one another along the respective pivot axis.

[0048] According to the embodiment proposed here, the first hinge mechanism and / or the second hinge mechanism each have two hinges.

[0049] The hinges are arranged at a distance from one another along the respective pivot axis, i.e. preferably in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, preferably at opposite ends of the cover.

[0050] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the center console that the first opening means comprises a spring element which is arranged on the first pivot axis and / or the second opening means comprises a spring element which is arranged on the second pivot axis.

[0051] According to this embodiment, the first opening means and / or the second opening means comprise a spring element. Preferably, the spring element is a spiral spring.

[0052] Preferably, the spring element is arranged to act between the cover and the storage compartment. For example, the spring element is arranged between the cover and the storage compartment. On the first opening side, the spring element is alternatively arranged, for example, between the support and the storage compartment. On the second opening side, the spring element is alternatively arranged, for example, between the support and the cover.

[0053] According to a further aspect, a motor vehicle is proposed, comprising at least the following components: - a passenger cabin; - two passenger seats arranged along a transverse direction, transverse to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle; and - a center console arranged transversely between the two passenger seats according to an embodiment as described above.

[0054] Such a motor vehicle therefore comprises at least a passenger cabin, two passenger seats and a center console.

[0055] Furthermore, the motor vehicle has at least one, preferably two or four, drive wheels and a prime mover. The prime mover is designed to provide a drive torque. The prime mover is connected, for example, by means of a differential, a clutch, and / or a transmission, to the at least one drive wheel of the motor vehicle in a torque-transmitting manner. The drive torque can be converted into propulsion of the motor vehicle by means of the drive wheel.

[0056] The two passenger seats are arranged spaced apart from each other in the passenger cabin along a transverse direction which is orthogonal to the longitudinal direction.

[0057] The center console is arranged transversely between the two passenger seats. Accordingly, one of the opening sides faces toward one passenger seat, for example, the driver's seat, and the other opening side faces toward the other passenger seat, for example, the front passenger seat.

[0058] Preferably, the cover forms an armrest between the two passenger seats. Preferably, the control elements are arranged such that one of the two control elements can be easily operated from each of the two passenger seats.

[0059] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the motor vehicle that the opening sides are arranged parallel to the vehicle longitudinal direction.

[0060] It is further proposed in an advantageous embodiment of the motor vehicle that the center console is arranged in the front area or in the rear area of the passenger cabin.

[0061] The invention described above is explained in detail below against the relevant technical background with reference to the accompanying drawings, which show preferred embodiments. The invention is in no way limited by the purely schematic drawings, whereby it should be noted that the drawings are not to scale and are not suitable for defining proportions. It is shown in Fig. 1: a center console opened to a second opening side in a perspective view; Fig. 2: the center console opened to a first opening side according to Fig. 1 in a perspective view; Fig. 3: a schematic representation of the center console after Fig. 1 in a perspective view; Fig. 4: a schematic representation of the center console after Fig. 2 in a perspective view; Fig. 5: a mechanism of a center console according to Fig. 3 in a perspective view; Fig. 6: a mechanism of a center console in a perspective view; and Fig. 7: schematically a motor vehicle in a top view with a center console.

[0062] In Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of a center console 1 opened to a second opening side 10. The center console 1 comprises a storage compartment 2, a cover 4, a first hinge mechanism 5, a second hinge mechanism 7, a first opening means 11, and a second opening means 13 (not shown here, see Fig. 3).

[0063] The cover 4 is arranged above the storage compartment 2 and is designed to close an access opening 3 into the storage volume 34 of the storage compartment 2. As shown, the cover 4 is pivoted to the left about the first pivot axis 6. The storage compartment 2 is thus opened towards the second opening side 10. The cover 4 is pivoted open by means of two supports 15, which, in the illustrated case of the opening to the second opening side 10, are pivoted with the cover 4 and remain on its underside. For example, the supports 15 are arranged in the cover 4, for example under an inner lining, so that they are also not visible on the inside (not shown here).

[0064] In order to open the cover 4 as shown, a second operating element 17 is provided, by means of which a user or passenger can release the illustrated opening. Such a release is, for example, Fig. 3 in detail.

[0065] In Fig. 2 is the center console 1 opened to a first opening side 8 according to Fig. 1 in a perspective view. With respect to Fig. 1 the perspective is rotated by 90°.

[0066] The cover 4 is now pivoted about the second pivot axis 9. Thus, the storage compartment 2 or the access opening 3 is now open toward the first opening side 8. A first control element 16 is provided on the cover 4 for this purpose, by means of which the user or passenger can trigger the release for the illustrated opening.

[0067] In the illustrated case, the supports 15 are not folded out with the cover 4, but remain on the storage compartment 2. Thus, the connection between the cover 4 and the supports 15 is released by means of the first operating element 16. Such a release is, for example, in Fig. 4 shown in detail.

[0068] In Fig. 3 is a schematic representation of the center console 1 according to Fig. 1 in a perspective view. The vehicle longitudinal direction 37 is, when the motor vehicle 29 is traveling straight ahead (not shown here, compare Fig. 7), arranged parallel to the direction of travel. A transverse direction 38 is defined orthogonally to the vehicle's longitudinal direction 37.

[0069] A first hinge mechanism 5 and a second hinge mechanism 7 are shown. The hinge mechanisms 5, 7 are each coupled to the operating elements 16, 17 by means of a switching mechanism 25. The switching mechanism 25 comprises an actuating support 20, 21 and two deflection elements 27 for each hinge mechanism 5, 7. The hinge mechanisms 5, 7 and the switching mechanism 25 are each fixedly connected to the cover 4.

[0070] By actuating the respective operating element 16, 17, the respective actuating support 20, 21 is moved translationally along the transverse direction 38. The deflecting elements 27 are each rotatably mounted about a vertical axis, i.e., orthogonal to the transverse direction 38 and the vehicle longitudinal direction 37, and each comprise a projection or lever, to which they are coupled to the hinge mechanism 5, 7 and / or the actuating support 20, 21. Thus, the translational movement of the actuating support 20, 21 along the transverse direction 38 can be deflected by means of the deflecting element 27 into a translational movement of a fastening rod 24 of the hinge mechanism 5, 7 along the vehicle longitudinal direction 37.

[0071] The first hinge mechanism 5 is arranged on the first opening side 8 of the storage compartment 2 between the storage compartment 2 and the cover 4. The second hinge mechanism 7 is arranged on the second opening side 10 between the storage compartment 2 and the cover 4.

[0072] In the illustrated state, the fastening rods 24 of the first hinge mechanism 5 engage in complementary holes in the supports 15, which are arranged at the ends of the supports 15 on the first opening side 8. Thus, the supports 15 on the first opening side 8 are detachably connected to the cover 4.

[0073] Furthermore, the first hinge mechanism 5 comprises on the first opening side 8 at both ends along the vehicle longitudinal direction 37 hinge pins 28, by means of which the supports 15 are each fixed, i.e. non-detachably, mounted on the storage compartment 2.

[0074] A first opening means 11 of the first hinge mechanism 5 is arranged between the supports 15 and the storage compartment 2. As shown, the first opening means 11 are coil springs. By means of the first opening means 11, a first opening moment 12 can be provided between the supports 15 and the storage compartment 2, and thus between the storage compartment 2 and the cover 4, in order to pivot the supports 15 and the cover 4, respectively, about the first pivot axis 6, which is formed by the hinge pin 28.

[0075] In the illustrated state, the fastening rods 24 of the second hinge mechanism 7 engage into the storage compartment 2 through complementary through-holes in the supports 15, which are arranged at the ends of the supports 15 on the second opening side 10, and thus form a pivot bearing with the second pivot axis 9. The fastening rods 24 can be pulled out of the storage compartment 2 by means of the switching mechanism 25 explained above, so that the second hinge mechanism 7 is moved from a storage state to a release state.

[0076] This is achieved by a user actuating the second operating element 17 with an actuating force 23. This moves the second actuating support 21 along the transverse direction 38 as shown by the arrow. The movement is converted into a movement of the fastening rods 24 of the second hinge mechanism 7 along the vehicle longitudinal direction 37 by means of a rotation of the deflection elements 27. This pulls the fastening rods 24 inward so far that they no longer engage with the storage compartment 2. The second hinge mechanism 7 is thus in a release state. Due to the first opening moment 12 of the first opening means 13, the cover 4 is pivoted open to the left as shown about the first pivot axis 6 and thus exposes the second opening side 10.

[0077] A return spring 22 is arranged between the actuating support 20 of the first hinge mechanism 5 and the actuating support 21 of the second hinge mechanism 7. By means of the return spring 22, the actuating supports 20, 21 are pushed outward again along the transverse direction 38, i.e., counter to the actuating force 23. Thus, the hinge mechanisms 5, 7 are in a normally closed state, and the fastening rods 24 are each pushed outward into the cover 4 or the storage compartment 2.

[0078] In Fig. 4 is a schematic representation of the center console 1 according to Fig. 2 is shown in a perspective view. In contrast to Fig. 3, an actuation of the operating element 16 by means of an actuating force 23 on the first operating element 16 is shown. In this respect, reference is made only to the differences below and otherwise to the description of the Fig. 1 to Fig. 3.

[0079] The first operating element 16 is actuated by means of the actuating force 23. This causes the translational movement of the first actuating support 20 along the transverse direction 38. By means of a rotation of the deflection elements 27, the fastening rods 24 of the first hinge mechanism 5 are moved out of engagement with the supports 15. Thus, the first hinge mechanism 5 is moved from the storage state to the release state. The supports 15 remain attached to the storage compartment 2 via the hinge pin 28 on the first opening side 8. By means of the second opening moment 14 of the second opening means 13 between the cover 4 and the supports 15, the cover 4 is pivoted about the second pivot axis 9. Thus, the storage compartment 2 is opened in the direction of the first opening side 8 and the supports 15 remain on the storage compartment 2 (cf. Fig. 2).

[0080] In Fig. 5 is a mechanism of a center console 1 according to Fig. 1 to Fig. 4 shown in a perspective view.

[0081] The representation corresponds to the representation of the Fig. 3 with the difference that for clarity the storage compartment 2 and the cover 4 are not shown.

[0082] In Fig. 6 is a mechanism of a center console 1 according to Fig. 1 to Fig. 4 shown in a perspective view.

[0083] The representation corresponds to the representation of the Fig. 4 with the difference that for clarity the storage compartment 2 and the cover 4 are not shown.

[0084] In Fig. 7 shows a schematic view of a motor vehicle 29. The motor vehicle 29 comprises a center console 1 according to the figures explained above, a drive motor 26, two drive wheels 35, two passenger seats 31, and a steering wheel 36.

[0085] The vehicle's longitudinal direction 37 is arranged parallel to the direction of travel when the motor vehicle 29 is traveling straight ahead. The transverse direction 38 is defined orthogonally to the vehicle's longitudinal direction 37.

[0086] The passenger seats 31, the steering wheel 36, and the center console 1 are arranged in a passenger cabin 32 of the motor vehicle 29. As shown, the center console 1 is arranged in a front area 33 of the passenger cabin 32 between the passenger seats 31. The steering wheel 36 is configured for the driver to control the motor vehicle 29.

[0087] The second opening side 10 is oriented in a direction accessible to the driver (bottom as shown). The first opening side 8 is oriented in a direction accessible to the passenger (top as shown).

[0088] The drive wheels 35 are connected via a transmission 30 to a drive motor 26 for propelling the motor vehicle 29 in a torque-transmitting manner.

[0089] The invention relates to a center console for a motor vehicle, comprising at least the following components: - a storage compartment with an upward access opening; - a cover for opening and closing the access opening; - a first hinge mechanism by means of which the cover is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment about a first pivot axis on a first opening side; - a second hinge mechanism, by means of which the cover is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment about a second pivot axis on a second opening side opposite the first opening side; - at least a first opening means, - at least one second opening means, both hinge mechanisms being adjustable between a storage state and a release state, In the released state, the cover can be opened on the opening side of the respective hinge mechanism. The center console is characterized primarily by the fact that the first opening moment differs in magnitude from the second opening moment.

[0090] A center console that can be opened from both sides with an opening speed adjusted on both sides is proposed. List of reference symbols 1 center console 2 storage compartments 3 Access opening 4 Cover 5 first hinge mechanism 6 first swivel axis 7 second hinge mechanism 8 first opening page 9 second swivel axis 10 second opening side 11 first opening means 12 first opening moment 13 second opening means 14 second opening moment 15 carriers 16 first control element 17 second control element 18 hinges 19 Spring element 20 actuator brackets 21 Actuator bracket 22 Return spring 23 Actuating force 24 mounting rod 25 Switching mechanism 26 drive machine 27 deflection elements 28 hinge pin 29 Motor vehicle 30 gearboxes 31 passenger seats 32 passenger cabin 33 Front area 34 storage volume 35 Drive wheel 36 Steering wheel 37 Vehicle longitudinal direction 38 Transverse direction

Claims

[1] Center console (1) for a motor vehicle (29), comprising at least the following components: - a storage compartment (2) with an upward access opening (3); - a cover (4) for opening and closing the access opening (3); - a first hinge mechanism (5) by means of which the cover (4) is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment (2) about a first pivot axis (6) on a first opening side (8); - a second hinge mechanism (7), by means of which the cover (4) is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment (2) about a second pivot axis (9) on a second opening side (10) opposite the first opening side (8); - at least one first opening means (11) which provides a first opening moment (12) for pivoting the cover (4) about the first pivot axis (6), - at least one second opening means (13) which provides a second opening moment (14) for pivoting the cover (4) about the second pivot axis (9), wherein both hinge mechanisms (5,7) are adjustable between a storage state and a release state, wherein in the storage state, the cover (4) is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment (2) by means of the hinge mechanism (5,7), wherein in the release state, the cover (4) is openable on the opening side (8,10) of the respective hinge mechanism (5,7) in order to be pivotable about the pivot axis (6,9) on the opposite opening side (8,10), wherein the first opening moment (12) differs in amount from the second opening moment (14) characterized by , that the hinge mechanisms (5, 7) are each coupled to the operating elements (16, 17) by means of a switching mechanism (25) and the switching mechanism (25) comprises an actuating carrier (20, 21) and two deflection elements (27) per hinge mechanism (5, 7), wherein the hinge mechanisms (5, 7) and the switching mechanism (25) are each firmly connected to the cover (4), wherein a return spring (22) is arranged between the actuating support (20) of the first hinge mechanism (5) and the actuating support (21) of the second hinge mechanism (7), wherein the actuating supports (20, 21) are pressed outwards along the transverse direction (38) by means of the return spring (22), so that the hinge mechanisms (5, 7) are pressed into a normally closed state and the fastening rods (24) are each pressed outwards into the cover (4) or the storage compartment (2). [2] Center console (1) according to claim 1, comprising at least one support (15) which is moved along with the cover (4) when pivoting about the first pivot axis (6) and remains on the storage compartment (2) when pivoting about the second pivot axis (9). [3] Center console (1) according to claim 2, wherein the at least one support (15) is arranged extending between the two opening sides (8, 10) between the storage compartment (2) and the cover (4), wherein the at least one support (15) is pivotally mounted on the first opening side (8) of the storage compartment (2) by means of the first hinge mechanism (5), wherein the at least one support (15) on the second opening side (10) is pivotally mounted on the storage compartment (2) by means of the second detachably designed hinge mechanism (7). [4] Center console (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the support (15) on the first opening side (8) is detachably connectable to the cover (4). [5] Center console (1) according to one of the preceding claims, comprising a first operating element (16) on the first opening side (8) for opening the cover (4) on the first opening side (8) by pivoting about the second pivot axis (9) and a second operating element (17) on the second opening side (10) for opening the cover (4) on the second opening side (10) by pivoting about the first pivot axis (6). [6] Center console (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first hinge mechanism (5) and / or the second hinge mechanism (7) each have two hinges (18) which are arranged offset from one another along the respective pivot axis (6, 9). [7] Center console (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first opening means (11) comprises a spring element (19) which is arranged on the first pivot axis (6) and / or the second opening means (13) comprises a spring element (19) which is arranged on the second pivot axis (9). [8] Motor vehicle (29) comprising at least the following components: - a passenger cabin (32); - two passenger seats (31) arranged along a transverse direction (38) transversely to the vehicle longitudinal direction (37); and - a center console (1) arranged along the transverse direction (38) between the two passenger seats (31) according to one of claims 1 to 7. [9] Motor vehicle (29) according to claim 8, wherein the opening sides (8,10) are arranged parallel to the vehicle longitudinal direction (37). [10] Motor vehicle (29) according to claim 8 or claim 9, wherein the center console (1) is arranged in the front area (33) or in the rear area of the passenger cabin (32).

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