Leg support device for the interior of a motor vehicle and arrangement

Abstract

The invention relates to a leg support device (1) for an interior (2) of a motor vehicle, comprising a leg support (4) which has a support area (5) for supporting a leg of a vehicle occupant, and a holding device (6) which has at least one holding element (7), wherein the leg support device (1) is to be guided in a translational manner relative to a seat assembly designed separately from the leg support device (1) via the holding element (7) on a mounting rail (9) arranged in the area of ​​a center console (8).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a leg support device for the interior of a motor vehicle according to the preamble of claim 1. Furthermore, the invention relates to an arrangement of a leg support device in the interior of a motor vehicle according to the preamble of claim 6.

[0002] DE 198 52 767 A1 discloses a motor vehicle with a footrest located in front of at least one vehicle seat, which is movable in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, wherein the footrest consists of at least one cross member which is longitudinally movable via at least one guide located in the footwell.

[0003] Furthermore, DE 198 52 767 A1 discloses a motor vehicle with a footrest located in front of at least one vehicle seat, which is movable in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

[0004] Furthermore, a device for a motor vehicle for supporting a body part of a user is known from DE 10 2023 208 666 A1.

[0005] Furthermore, DE 10 2020 125 494 A1 reveals a vehicle seat.

[0006] Finally, the FR 2 736 013 A1 is a footrest for the rear passengers of a motor vehicle.

[0007] The object of the invention is to create a leg support device for the interior of a motor vehicle and an arrangement of a leg support device in the interior of a motor vehicle, so that the comfort of the motor vehicle can be particularly increased.

[0008] This problem is solved according to the invention by a leg support device for the interior of a motor vehicle with the features of claim 1 and by an arrangement of a leg support device in the interior of a motor vehicle with the features of claim 6. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are the subject of the dependent claims and the description.

[0009] A first aspect of the invention relates to a leg support device for the interior of a motor vehicle, or for the motor vehicle itself, in particular for arrangement in the interior of the motor vehicle. The motor vehicle is, for example, a passenger car. Preferably, the motor vehicle, particularly in its fully manufactured state, has the leg support device.

[0010] The phrase "the leg rest device is provided for the interior" can be understood to mean, in particular, that the leg rest device can be arranged, or is arranged, in the interior. The interior, which can be referred to as the vehicle interior, can be understood to mean, in particular, a passenger compartment or passenger space. Preferably, the interior is at least partially, and in particular predominantly completely, bounded by, or formed by, a vehicle body, for example, a unibody construction. The leg rest device can be understood to mean a footrest device.

[0011] The leg support device has at least one leg support, which can be referred to as a support body or leg support body. The leg support can be understood to mean, in particular, a leg rest, a leg support, a footrest, a foot pad, and / or a foot support. The leg support has at least one support area for, for example, at least indirectly or directly, supporting, in particular resting, at least one leg, for example, a lower leg, in particular a calf, and / or a foot, in particular a heel and / or a sole, of at least one vehicle occupant. This means that the leg, for example, the lower leg, in particular the calf, and / or the foot, in particular the sole, of the vehicle occupant can be supported, for example, at least indirectly or directly, against the support area of ​​the leg support.In other words, the support area is designed for the purpose of allowing the leg, particularly the lower leg and / or foot, to rest against the support area or leg rest, either directly or indirectly. The leg includes, for example, the lower leg and the foot. The term "leg" can refer to, in particular, a lower, and especially a free, extremity. Furthermore, the vehicle occupant has, for example, an upper, and especially a free, extremity, which can refer, in particular, to an arm.

[0012] Furthermore, the leg support device has at least one holding device, in particular one designed separately from the leg support, which has at least one holding element.

[0013] In order to increase the comfort, in particular the seating comfort, of the motor vehicle, it is provided according to the invention that the leg support device, in particular the leg support, is guided or held in a translationally movable manner relative to a seat system separately formed from the leg support device in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the retaining element or by means of the retaining element on a mounting rail arranged or formed at least in the area of ​​a center console, in particular on the center console, via the retaining element, i.e. to be guided or held in a rail-guided manner.This means that the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is guided translationally in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle relative to the seat system and / or relative to the mounting rail and / or relative to the center console via the retaining element, and in particular is held or held directly on the mounting rail, wherein the mounting rail is arranged, in particular held or attached, at least in the area of ​​the center console, and in particular at least indirectly or directly on the center console, for example on a center console part of the center console.Preferably, the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the support device, is movable translationally in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle relative to the mounting rail and / or the seat assembly via or by means of the retaining element, and in particular can be guided or supported directly on the mounting rail, wherein the mounting rail is formed at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, by the center console, for example by the center console part. For example, the mounting rail is arranged at least indirectly, in particular directly, on the center console, and in particular attached there. The mounting rail is, for example, part of a rail system. Thus, the rail system can include the mounting rail. The term "mounting rail" can in particular be understood to mean a guide rail.

[0014] One direction of movement of the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, during translational movement, runs, for example, at least substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. This direction of movement can also be referred to as the displacement direction. Translational movement is, for example, the translational movement of the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, between several, in particular different, positions. A first of these positions is, for example, a working position, which can be referred to as the first working position. A second of these positions is, for example, a stowed position, which can also be referred to as the parked position. A third of these positions is, for example, a second working position, which is in particular different from the first working position.Moving the leg rest between positions can be understood, in particular, as a translational movement of the leg rest, especially the leg rest itself, from a first position to a second position and / or from the second position to the first position. Furthermore, translational movement can be understood, in particular, as a shifting, that is, a displacement of the leg rest, especially the leg rest itself, within the vehicle interior. For example, the leg of the vehicle occupant, particularly with regard to the operating positions and the stowed position, can be supported or is supported on the support area or via the support area of ​​the leg rest in the first operating position and / or in the second operating position. Preferably, in the stowed position, the leg is not supported on the support area or on the leg rest.Therefore, the aforementioned support is not possible, particularly in the stowed position. In contrast, supporting the leg against the support area is possible, particularly in the first and / or second operating positions. Thus, for example, the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, can be moved translationally relative to the seat assembly and / or the mounting rail in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle between the positions, that is, at least between two of the positions, or can be movably held or kept at the mounting point via the retaining element.

[0015] The fact that the leg rest is designed separately from the seat assembly can be understood, in particular, to mean that the leg rest and the seat assembly are separate components, whereby the leg rest is not part of the seat assembly. This means that the seat assembly is independent of the leg rest. The seat assembly can be understood, in particular, as a vehicle seat. Preferably, the seat assembly is designed for seating at least one person, that is, for seating the vehicle occupant or for several vehicle occupants. The aforementioned resting of the leg against the support area or leg rest preferably takes place while the vehicle occupant is seated on the seat assembly. In other words, the leg rest is associated with or part of the seat assembly. The seat assembly is preferably designed as a front seat.This means that the seating system, and in particular the leg rest device, is to be arranged in a forward area of ​​the interior in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. In other words, the seating system, and in particular the leg rest device, is arranged in front of a rear area of ​​the interior in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, which can be referred to as the rear passenger area. Accordingly, the leg rest device is intended specifically for the front seat.

[0016] The invention is based in particular on the following findings and considerations: Conventional footrests are, in particular, movable parts of the seating system, which is also simply referred to as a seat. Therefore, the conventional footrest is limited, for example, to the height of the seat extending in the vehicle's vertical direction, since, for example, the footrest is usually pivoted out of the seat via a pivoting mechanism.

[0017] In contrast, the leg support device according to the invention overcomes the aforementioned disadvantages. The leg support device according to the invention is a separate component, particularly in relation to the seat system, which can be moved or moved along the mounting rail, especially the center console, in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (X-direction). This means that the translational mobility of the leg support is not limited by dimensions such as the height of the seat system, allowing the leg support device, and in particular the leg support itself, to be moved or moved a particularly long distance in or along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.This significantly enhances the comfort of the vehicle, as it allows for a wide range of particularly comfortable leg rest positions for the occupants. Furthermore, because the mounting rail is located in or on the center console, or even formed by the center console itself, the mounting rail and, in particular, the retaining element, can be installed in a very space-saving manner within the interior. This allows for a particularly spacious footwell for the occupants. In this way, any inconvenience to the occupants from the mounting rail and / or retaining element is minimized, and the occupants can sit particularly comfortably, as there is ample space available for their feet.The comfort of the vehicle can therefore be significantly increased. Comfort can be understood, in particular, as comfort for the vehicle occupants.

[0018] Furthermore, the holding device has at least one second holding element, designed separately from the first holding element and, for example, spaced apart from it. The first holding element can therefore be referred to as the first holding element. For example, the second holding element, particularly when the leg support device is installed in the interior or in the vehicle, is positioned further down in the vehicle's vertical direction, especially completely, than the first holding element. The second holding element allows the leg support device to be guided or mounted particularly securely in the interior.

[0019] Furthermore, it is provided that the second retaining element is arranged, in particular at least predominantly or completely, on an inner side of the leg support device facing inwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle. In other words, the second retaining element extends, in particular at least predominantly or completely, on the inner side facing inwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle, which can be understood to be, in particular, an inner side of the leg support device facing inwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle. Furthermore, the inner side facing inwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle is, in particular, a side of the leg support device facing the center console. Preferably, the first retaining element and / or the mounting rail is arranged, in particular at least predominantly or completely, on the inner side of the leg support device facing inwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle.

[0020] Furthermore, the leg support device, in particular the leg support, is to be held or is held in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat system in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the second retaining element or by means of the second retaining element on a second mounting rail arranged or formed at least in the area of ​​the center console, in particular on the center console, at least in the area of ​​the center console, or is movably guided, i.e. rail-guided.This means that the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is guided or moved translationally in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle relative to the seat assembly and / or the second mounting rail via the retaining element, and in particular is held or held directly on the second mounting rail, wherein the second mounting rail is arranged, and in particular held or attached, at least in the area of ​​the center console, and in particular at least indirectly or directly on the center console, for example, the center console section. In other words, the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is moved translationally in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle relative to the second mounting rail and / or the seat assembly via or by means of the retaining element, and in particular is guided or guided or mounted directly on the second mounting rail.For example, the second mounting rail is arranged, and in particular attached, to the center console, for example, the center console section, at least indirectly, and in particular directly. The second mounting rail is, for example, part of the aforementioned rail system. Thus, the rail system can include the second mounting rail. The mounting rail can be referred to as the first mounting rail. For example, the second mounting rail is, in particular, arranged further down in the vehicle's vertical direction than the first mounting rail. In particular, the mounting rails are designed separately from each other. The second retaining element and the second mounting rail allow the leg rest device to be held and guided particularly securely on the center console.Furthermore, the second retaining element and / or the second mounting rail can be accommodated in the center console in a particularly space-saving manner, thus allowing for a particularly spacious footwell for the vehicle occupants. For example, the second retaining element and / or the second mounting rail can be arranged in a second shadow gap of the center console, which is distinct from the existing shadow gap. The second retaining element must be covered by the center console, for example, by the center console section and / or the center console trim, at least vertically from above and horizontally from the outside. The second mounting rail can be understood to be, in particular, a second guide rail.

[0021] Alternatively or additionally, the leg support device, in particular the leg support, is to be held or held in a translational manner relative to the seat system in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the second retaining element or by means of the second retaining element on a second mounting rail which is arranged on a floor element which limits the interior space downwards in the vertical direction of the vehicle at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.This means that the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is guided translationally in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle relative to the seat system and / or the second mounting rail via the retaining element, and in particular is held or held directly on the second mounting rail, wherein the second mounting rail is arranged, in particular at least indirectly or directly, on the floor element, and in particular is held or attached to the floor element, which at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, limits the interior space downwards in the vertical direction of the vehicle.In other words, the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is movable translationally in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle relative to the second mounting rail and / or the seat assembly via or by means of the holding element, and in particular can be guided or supported directly on the second mounting rail, wherein the second mounting rail is formed, in particular at least predominantly or completely, by the center console, for example by the center console part. The leg support device can be guided or supported particularly securely in the interior by means of the second mounting rail, which is arranged, in particular attached, to the floor element.Furthermore, the second retaining element and / or the second mounting rail can be accommodated in the interior in a particularly space-saving manner, which allows the footwell for the vehicle occupant to be designed to be particularly large.

[0022] The leg support device, in particular the leg support, can thus be moved in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle on two rails in the form of the first and the second mounting rail.

[0023] To further enhance the comfort, particularly seating comfort, of the vehicle, a further embodiment provides that the leg rest can be pivoted around a pivot axis relative to the support device and / or the seat assembly and / or the mounting rail, for example, between several, particularly different, pivot positions. This means that the leg rest can be rotated around the pivot axis relative to the support device, the seat assembly, and / or the mounting rail, which can also be referred to as the axis of rotation. In other words, the leg rest, and especially the support area, is pivotable around the pivot axis, for example, mounted eccentrically. The leg rest is thus rotatable around the pivot axis, for example, eccentrically.The pivot axis runs, for example, at least substantially parallel to a transverse direction of the vehicle. Furthermore, the pivot axis preferably runs obliquely or perpendicular to the aforementioned direction of movement. Due to the pivotability of the leg rest or support area, the leg rest device can not only be adjusted in terms of its position in the vehicle's longitudinal direction within the interior, but also different pivot positions can be achieved, allowing the leg rest, and in particular the support area, to be individually adjusted or adapted to the needs of the vehicle occupant. This significantly increases comfort.

[0024] In a further embodiment, it is provided that the retaining element and / or the mounting rail are arranged, at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, within a shadow gap in the area of ​​the center console, specifically within a shadow gap of the center console itself. In other words, the mounting rail in the area of ​​the center console, specifically within the center console, is designed as a shadow gap, that is, for example, as a shadow gap of the center console. The shadow gap can be understood, in particular, as a joint that, for example, visually separates at least two elements of the center console. These elements can be formed integrally or separately. The joint can be understood, in particular, as a gap. Specifically, the shadow gap is formed by the center console.The center console allows for a particularly space-saving placement of the mounting element and / or the mounting rail within the interior, thus enabling a significantly larger footwell for the vehicle occupants. This, in turn, greatly enhances comfort.

[0025] In a further embodiment, it is alternatively or additionally provided that the retaining element is at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, covered by the area of ​​the center console or by the center console itself, for example by the center console part and / or by at least one center console trim part, particularly in the installed position of the leg support device in the interior or the vehicle, at least in the vertical direction from above and in the transverse direction from the outside. In other words, the retaining element is at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, arranged within the center console, that is, guided within the center console on the mounting rail.This ensures that the restraint element does not interfere with the vehicle occupant's comfort, thereby significantly increasing the comfort and / or safety of the vehicle. Furthermore, the interior can be designed to be more aesthetically pleasing for the occupant, as the restraint element is not visible to them.

[0026] To significantly enhance the comfort of the vehicle, it is designed, for example, that the leg rest, particularly the support area, can be pivoted around the pivot axis relative to the mounting device, the seat assembly, and / or the mounting rail, for instance, between the pivot positions, while translational movement of the leg rest device is prevented. This means that translational movement relative to the mounting rail and / or the seat assembly, effected by means of or mediated by the mounting rail, is prevented. In other words, the leg rest can be pivoted around the pivot axis independently of translational movement.In other words, the leg support can be pivoted around the pivot axis, for example between the pivot positions, without the leg support device, and in particular the leg support itself, being moved or transported translationally on or along the mounting rail. This allows the leg support to be pivoted and / or moved translationally with particular flexibility, since, for example, translational movement does not restrict the pivoting of the leg support and vice versa.

[0027] In a further embodiment, it is provided that the leg support device, in particular the leg support itself, is freely suspended on its outer surface facing outwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle. This means that it is guided or supported in a free-floating manner. In other words, the leg support device, in particular the leg support itself, is not guided or supported on its outer surface facing outwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle. As a result, the leg support device, specifically with regard to both its outer and inner surfaces, is supported exclusively on its inner surface facing inwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle, particularly via the first and second retaining elements. This allows the leg support device to be mounted in a particularly space-saving manner, thereby significantly increasing the footwell space for the vehicle occupant.The outward-facing outer side can be understood to mean, in particular, the outer side of the leg support device facing outwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle. Specifically, the outer side of the leg support device faces away from the inner side of the leg support device.

[0028] In a further embodiment, the second retaining element is provided for to be arranged, at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, within the floor element. This means that the second retaining element is receptacled or accommodated within the floor element, at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely. In other words, the second retaining element, and in particular the second mounting rail, extends further downwards in the vehicle's vertical direction than the upper surface of the floor element, which in this vertical direction at least partially defines or forms the interior space in the vehicle's vertical direction. This allows the leg rest device to be mounted particularly securely within the interior. Furthermore, the footwell for the vehicle occupant can be designed to be particularly spacious.

[0029] Alternatively or additionally, in a further embodiment, it is provided that the leg support device, in particular the leg support, is guided or held in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat system in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the second retaining element or by means of the second retaining element on the second mounting rail formed by an electrical energy storage device, for example by a storage housing of the electrical energy storage device, in particular by a longitudinal strut of the storage housing, i.e. to be guided or held in a rail-guided manner.This means that the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is guided via the second retaining element so as to be movable in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and translationally relative to the seat system and / or the mounting rail, and in particular is held or held directly on the second mounting rail, wherein the second mounting rail is arranged, in particular at least indirectly or directly, on the electrical energy storage device, for example the storage housing, in particular the longitudinal strut, and in particular is held or attached.In other words, the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the support device, is movable translationally in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle relative to the second mounting rail and / or the seat assembly via or by means of the second mounting element, and in particular can be guided or supported directly on the second mounting rail, wherein the second mounting rail is formed, in particular at least predominantly or completely, by the electrical energy storage device, for example by the storage housing, in particular the longitudinal strut. This allows the leg support device to be mounted particularly securely. Furthermore, the footwell for the vehicle occupant can be designed to be particularly spacious.

[0030] To significantly enhance the comfort of the vehicle, at least one cross-section of the leg rest, particularly the support area, is asymmetrically designed. In other words, the cross-section of the leg rest is asymmetrically shaped. This allows the shape or geometry of the leg rest, especially the support area, to be changed by pivoting it around its axis. This means that the shape or geometry of the leg rest, and especially the support area, varies depending on the pivot position. This allows the leg rest to be flexibly adapted to the needs of the vehicle occupant.

[0031] To significantly enhance the comfort of the vehicle, the support area, for example, has at least one first support surface and at least one second support surface, which is distinct from the first. Furthermore, the leg support is designed to pivot about the pivot axis into a first pivot position and into a second pivot position, which is distinct from the first. Additionally, and particularly with regard to the first and second pivot positions, the heel, for example the Achilles heel, of the vehicle occupant can be supported, or is supported, directly against the first support surface in the first pivot position. In other words, the first support surface is designed to support the heel, particularly the Achilles heel, preferably in the first pivot position.Furthermore, it is provided that, particularly with regard to the first and second pivot positions, in the second pivot position the sole of the vehicle occupant's foot can be supported, at least indirectly or directly, on the second support surface. In other words, the second support surface is designed or provided for supporting the sole of the foot, especially in the second pivot position. This allows the vehicle occupant to adjust the leg rest particularly flexibly to their current needs.

[0032] For example, the second support surface adjoins the first support surface at least indirectly, and in particular directly, in the circumferential direction of the leg support, especially the support area. For example, the support surfaces are spaced apart from each other, particularly in the circumferential direction of the leg support, especially the support area. Preferably, the support surfaces are arranged on different sides of the leg support, in particular sides facing away from each other. Thus, for example, the support surfaces face away from each other.

[0033] Another aspect concerns a seating system for the interior of a motor vehicle, or specifically for arrangement within the interior of the motor vehicle. Advantages and advantageous embodiments of the first aspect of the invention are to be regarded as advantages and advantageous embodiments of the further aspect, and vice versa.

[0034] The seating system comprises a seating assembly which has at least one seating surface for the vehicle occupant. Furthermore, the seating system comprises a leg support device, designed separately from the seating assembly, particularly according to the first aspect of the invention. The leg support device comprises a leg support with at least one support area for supporting at least one leg of the vehicle occupant. The leg support device also comprises at least one retaining device with at least one retaining element.

[0035] In order to increase the comfort of the motor vehicle in particular, the leg support device is guided or held in a translational manner relative to the seat system via the retaining element on a mounting rail arranged on a center console in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, in particular by rail guidance.

[0036] A second aspect of the invention relates to an arrangement of a leg support device, particularly according to the first aspect of the invention, in the interior of a motor vehicle, for example, an arrangement of a seating system according to the further aspect in the interior of the motor vehicle. Advantages and advantageous embodiments of the first aspect of the invention and of the further aspect are to be regarded as advantages and advantageous embodiments of the second aspect of the invention, and vice versa.

[0037] The leg support device comprises at least one leg support, which has at least one support area for supporting the leg of a vehicle occupant. Furthermore, the leg support device comprises at least one retaining device, in particular one designed separately from the leg support, which has at least one retaining element.

[0038] To significantly enhance the comfort of the motor vehicle, according to the invention, the leg support device is guided, in particular directly, by the retaining element on a mounting rail arranged at least in the area of ​​a center console, and in particular on the center console itself, in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and translationally relative to a seat assembly designed separately from the leg support device. This means that the leg support device is guided, in particular directly, on the mounting rail in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and translationally relative to the seat assembly and / or the mounting rail, wherein the mounting rail is arranged at least in the area of ​​the center console, and preferably, for example, directly, on the center console, and is, for example, held or attached.

[0039] Furthermore, the holding device has a second holding element formed separately from the holding element, wherein the second holding element is arranged on an inner side of the leg support device pointing inwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle.

[0040] Furthermore, the leg support device, in particular the leg support, is to be guided or held in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat system in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the second retaining element, in particular directly, on a second mounting rail arranged at least in the area of ​​the center console, in particular on the center console, that is to be guided or held in a rail-guided manner.This means that the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is guided or held in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat system and / or relative to the second mounting rail in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the second holding element or by means of the second holding element, in particular directly, wherein the second mounting rail is arranged, for example held or attached, at least in the area of ​​the center console, and preferably, in particular directly, on the center console.

[0041] Alternatively or additionally, it is further provided that the leg support device, in particular the leg support, is guided or held in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat system in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the second retaining element, in particular directly, on the second mounting rail arranged on a floor element that limits the interior space downwards in the vertical direction of the vehicle at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, i.e., is guided or held in a rail-guided manner.This means that the leg support device, in particular the leg support and / or the holding device, is guided or held in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat system and / or the second mounting rail in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle via the second holding element or by means of the second holding element, in particular directly, wherein the second mounting rail is arranged, in particular directly, on the floor element, for example attached or held.

[0042] In a further embodiment, the center console has at least one storage compartment designed for stowing at least one object, which extends vertically between the mounting elements. In other words, the storage compartment extends at least partially, and in particular directly, vertically below the first mounting element (also referred to as the first mounting element) and, in particular, directly vertically above the second mounting element. Thus, the storage compartment extends, in particular, at least partially, vertically between the mounting rail (which can be referred to as the first mounting rail) and the second mounting rail. In other words, the storage compartment is bounded at least partially vertically by the first mounting rail above and at least partially vertically by the second mounting rail below.

[0043] This embodiment is based in particular on the understanding that the center console can be used to stow the object, i.e., as storage space. This is especially advantageous when the vehicle is electrically powered, as, for example, a transmission tunnel is not required. The storage space thus provides the vehicle occupant with additional storage area, thereby significantly increasing the vehicle's comfort. Furthermore, this storage space can be made particularly large by mounting the leg rest device on the center console. Storing the object can be understood, in particular, as arranging the object within the storage space. The object is, in particular, an item belonging to the vehicle occupant.

[0044] A second further aspect relates to a method for operating a leg support device according to the first aspect of the invention and / or a method for operating a seating system according to the further aspect. Advantages and advantageous embodiments of the first and second aspects of the invention and of the further aspect are to be regarded as advantages and advantageous embodiments of the second further aspect and vice versa.

[0045] Also disclosed is a motor vehicle which has at least one seating system according to the further aspect and / or at least one leg support device according to the first aspect of the invention.

[0046] Further features of the invention will become apparent from the claims, the figures, and the description of the figures. The features and combinations of features mentioned above in the description, as well as the features and combinations of features mentioned below in the description of the figures and / or shown in the figures alone, are not only usable in the combinations specified, but also in other combinations or on their own.

[0047] The invention will now be explained in more detail with reference to a preferred embodiment and the drawings. The drawings show: Fig. 1 a schematic side view of an arrangement according to the invention in a first embodiment; and Fig. 2 a schematic partial sectional view of an arrangement according to the invention in a first embodiment; and Fig. 3 a schematic side view of an arrangement according to the invention in a second embodiment; and Fig. 4 a schematic partial sectional view of an arrangement according to the invention in a second embodiment; and Fig. 5 a schematic side view of an arrangement according to the invention in a third embodiment; and Fig. 6 a schematic partial sectional view of an arrangement according to the invention in a third embodiment; and Fig. 7 a schematic side view of an arrangement according to the invention in accordance with a fourth and a fifth embodiment; and Fig. 8 a schematic partial sectional view of an arrangement according to the invention in a fourth embodiment; and Fig. 9 a schematic partial sectional view of an arrangement according to the invention in a fifth embodiment.

[0048] In the figures, identical or functionally equivalent elements are provided with the same reference symbols.

[0049] Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic side view of the arrangement of a leg support device 1 in the interior 2 of a motor vehicle. Thus, it shows Fig. 1 in particular a schematic side view of the interior 2 of the motor vehicle. This means that in Fig. 1. The interior is shown in section 2. The vehicle is, for example, designed as a passenger car. In particular, in Fig. 1 a lateral partial sectional view is shown.

[0050] The leg rest device 1 is, for example, part of a seating system which includes the leg rest device 1 and a seat assembly (not shown in the figures) that is designed separately from the leg rest device 1. Preferably, the leg rest device 1 is arranged in front of the seat assembly in the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle. Preferably, the seating system, and in particular the leg rest device 1, is arranged in a frontal area of ​​the interior 2 in the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle.

[0051] The leg support device 1 comprises a leg support 4 with at least one support area 5 for supporting a leg, in particular a lower leg and / or a heel, of a vehicle occupant, especially one seated on the seat system. The leg support device 1 can thus be understood as a leg support and / or foot support device. Furthermore, the leg support 4 can be understood as a leg and / or foot support. For example, the leg support device 1 is associated with the seat system, allowing the vehicle occupant to support their leg against the support area 5 of the leg support device 1 while seated on the seat system. For example, the support area 5 is arranged on or at an outer surface of the leg support 4.

[0052] In Fig. Figure 2 shows the arrangement or interior space in a schematic partial sectional view. This is shown in Fig. 2 in particular illustrates a section AA which runs between section reference points A, which are in Fig. The leg support device 1 has at least one holding device 6, which has at least one holding element 7, which can be referred to as the first holding element 7. The holding device 6 is preferably designed separately from the leg support 4.

[0053] To significantly enhance comfort, particularly seating comfort, in the vehicle, especially in the interior 2, the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4 and / or the retaining device 6, is movable in the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle relative to the seat assembly and / or the mounting rail 9 on or along a mounting rail 9 arranged at least in the area of ​​a center console 8, and is guided, i.e., held or held by a rail. Preferably, the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4 and / or the retaining device 6, is moved in the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle relative to the seat assembly and / or the mounting rail 9 on or along the mounting rail 9, which is arranged, for example, directly on the center console 8, and is guided, i.e., held or held by a rail.In other words, the leg rest device 1 is guided or mounted on the center console 8 via the first retaining element 7 and the mounting rail 9, which can be referred to as the first mounting rail 9, so as to be movable at least in the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle. The leg rest device 1 is guided or mounted so that it can be moved translationally, for example, between a stowed position and at least one operating position 10, which is distinct from the stowed position. This means that, for example, the leg rest device 1 is guided or mounted so that it can be moved translationally on the first mounting rail 9 in the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle, at least between the stowed position and the at least one operating position 10, via the first retaining element 7.The first mounting rail 9 can be understood to be, in particular, a guide rail.

[0054] The translational movement of the leg support device 1 or the leg support 4 is in Fig. 1 illustrated by means of an arrow 3a.

[0055] For example, the first retaining element 7 is arranged at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, in a receiving area which is bounded, for example, by, in particular, spaced-apart, rail walls of the first mounting rail 9, in particular at least partially, predominantly or completely. In particular, the receiving area is arranged between the rail walls, for example, in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle and / or in the vertical direction 12 of the vehicle. For example, the first retaining element 7 is movably received or movably mounted in the receiving area, that is, for example, movably received along a longitudinal direction of the rail walls relative to the rail walls. The longitudinal direction of the rail walls preferably runs at least substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle.

[0056] The center console 8 is, for example, at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, formed by at least one center console part 13. For example, the center console part 13 forms the first mounting rail 9 at least partially. Alternatively, the first mounting rail 9 is, for example, arranged, and in particular attached, directly to the center console part 13. The center console part 13 can, in particular, be understood to be a structural component of the center console 8. Accordingly, the center console part 13 can be referred to as the center console structure.

[0057] In Fig. 2. The leg support device 1 is, for example, in the operating position 10, in which the vehicle occupant can rest their leg on the leg support 4 via the support area 5, particularly while the vehicle occupant is seated. Preferably, the aforementioned restraint is not possible in the stowed position. This means that in the stowed position, the vehicle occupant's leg cannot be restrained on the support area 5.

[0058] In the present case, the first retaining element 7 is arranged in a shadow gap 14 of the center console 8, that is, a shadow gap 14 formed by the center console 8, in particular by the center console part 13. Thus, for example, the aforementioned receiving area, which can be referred to as the first receiving area, is formed at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, by the shadow gap 14. For example, the first mounting rail 9 is formed at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, by the shadow gap 14 or, in particular, arranged directly on or in the shadow gap 14. Thus, in the present case, the leg support device 1 is in particular a footrest rotatably guided in the shadow gap 14 of the center console 8.

[0059] In the present case, the first retaining element 7 is covered by the center console 8 at least in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from above and in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 from the outside, and, for example, in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from below, at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely. Furthermore, for example, the first mounting rail 9 is covered by the center console 8 at least in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from above, and in particular in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from below, and in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 from the outside. The covering of the first retaining element 7 and / or the first mounting rail 9 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12, for example, from above and / or from below, is effected, for example, by means of the center console part 13.Furthermore, the first retaining element 7 and / or the first mounting rail 9 are covered from the outside in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle, for example, by means of at least one center console trim part 15, which is designed separately from the center console part 13. The center console trim part 15, which can also simply be referred to as a trim part, is designed, for example, as a cover, which can also be referred to as an interior center console cover. Thus, in this case, the first retaining element 7 and / or the first mounting rail 9 are arranged at least predominantly, and in particular completely, within the center console 8, so that the first retaining element 7 and / or the first mounting rail 9 are not visible to the vehicle occupant.

[0060] The retaining device 6, for example, has a retaining element 16, which can be referred to as the first retaining element 16. For example, the first retaining element 7 is attached, in particular at least indirectly or directly, to the first retaining element 16. In particular, the first retaining element 7 and the first retaining element 16 are designed separately from one another. For example, the center console 8, in particular the center console trim part 15 and / or the center console part 13, has a through-opening 8a through which the first retaining element 16 is at least partially guided. The first through-opening 8a has, for example, a transverse direction 11 in the vehicle direction. This means that an axial direction of the first through-opening 8a runs, for example, at least substantially parallel to the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle.For example, the first retaining element 16 within the center console 8 has at least one first and at least one second section, wherein these sections extend obliquely or perpendicularly to each other. For example, a first of the sections extends in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle. Furthermore, for example, the second of the sections extends in the vertical direction 12 of the vehicle. For example, the first retaining element 7 and / or the first mounting rail 9 is arranged higher in the vertical direction 12 than the leg support 4.

[0061] In particular, the first retaining part 16 is connected, for example directly, to the leg support 4, whereby the retaining device 6, and in particular the first retaining element 7, is attached to the leg support 4 via the first retaining part 16.

[0062] In order to keep the comfort, in particular the seating comfort, of the motor vehicle, in particular the interior 2, to a minimum, the leg support 4, in particular the support area 5, is pivotably mounted about a pivot axis 17 relative to the holding device 6 and / or relative to the seat system and / or relative to the first mounting rail 9, for example eccentrically.

[0063] This pivoting, or pivoting, can preferably occur while the translational movement of the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4 and / or the retaining device 6, is prevented, thus allowing the pivoting to occur without the leg support device 1 being moved translationally. In other words, the leg support 4 is pivotable about the pivot axis 17 relative to the retaining device 6 and / or relative to the first mounting rail 9, while the translational movement of the leg support device 1 relative to the seat assembly, relative to the mounting rail 9 and / or relative to the retaining device 6 is prevented. The pivoting, which can also be described as rotation, is illustrated by an arrow 17a.

[0064] The present motor vehicle has at least one floor element 18, which is formed separately from the center console 8 and which at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, delimits the interior space 2 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from below, or partially forms the interior space 2. The floor element 18 is, for example, at least partially, at least substantially flat or plate-shaped. Furthermore, the floor element 18 is, for example, made of metal, in particular sheet metal, especially sheet steel. Preferably, the floor element 18 is part of a body of the motor vehicle, in particular a self-supporting body. Thus, the body can include the floor element 18. For example, the floor element 18 is designed as the main floor of the body.

[0065] For example, at least one floor covering 19, which can also be referred to as an interior floor covering, is arranged, in particular formed separately from the floor element 18, in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from above on or against the floor element 18. For example, the floor element 18 is at least partially, in particular predominantly, covered by the floor covering 19 in the vehicle's vertical direction from above. For example, the floor covering 19 extends inwards in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 to, in particular directly, the center console 8.

[0066] The present holding device 6 comprises at least one second holding element 20, which is formed separately from the first holding element 7 and is, for example, spaced apart from the first holding element 7 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 and is, in particular, arranged further down in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 than the first holding element 7. Furthermore, the holding device 6 comprises, for example, at least one second holding element 21, which is distinct from the first holding element 16 and is connected to the leg support 4, in particular directly. Preferably, the second holding element 20 is attached, in particular directly, to the second holding element 21, whereby, for example, the second holding element 20 is attached to the leg support 4 via the second holding element 21. For example, the second holding element 21 is formed separately from the first holding element 16.For example, the retaining elements 16 and 21 are spaced apart from each other in the vehicle's vertical direction 12, with, for example, the second retaining element 21 being arranged below the first retaining element 16 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12. The second retaining element 20 is, for example, arranged further down in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 than the second retaining element 21.

[0067] The first retaining element 7 is arranged on an inner surface 22 of the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4, which points inwards in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle. Accordingly, the first mounting rail 9 is arranged on the inner surface 22.

[0068] Furthermore, the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4 and / or the holding device 6, is guided or held via the second holding element 20, for example directly, on or on a second mounting rail 23, which is different from the first mounting rail 9, in the longitudinal direction 3 of the vehicle relative to the seat system and / or relative to the mounting rails 9, 22, that is to say in particular at least between the stow position and the operating position 10, in a way that is movable, in particular rail-guided, or is held.

[0069] In Fig. 1 and in Fig. Figure 2 shows the leg support device 1 or the arrangement according to a first embodiment, in which the second retaining element 20, and in particular the second mounting rail 23, is / are arranged on the inner side 22 of the leg support device 1, which faces inwards in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle. The mounting rail 23 is, for example, arranged at least in the area of ​​the center console 8. Preferably, however, as shown in Fig. Figure 2 illustrates the second mounting rail 23 being arranged, in particular directly, on the center console 8, for example the center console part 13, and in particular attached, whereby the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4, is held on the center console 8 via the retaining elements 7, 20 by means of the mounting rails 9, 23, for example, in particular by rail guidance.

[0070] The second mounting rail 23, for example, has rail walls that at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, define a second receiving area, for example, in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle and / or in the vertical direction 12 of the vehicle. Thus, the second receiving area is arranged, for example, in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle and / or in the vertical direction 12 of the vehicle, between the rail walls. For example, the second retaining element 20 is movably received or mounted in the second receiving area, that is, for example, movably received along a second longitudinal direction of the rail walls of the second mounting rail 23 relative to the rail walls of the second mounting rail 23. The longitudinal direction of the rail walls of the second mounting rail 23 preferably runs at least substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.Thus, the mounting rails 9, 23 extend, in particular, at least substantially parallel to each other.

[0071] For example, the second receiving area is located at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, within the center console 8, specifically within the center console part 13. Furthermore, the second retaining element 20 is located, for example, in a second shadow gap 24 of the center console 8. This second shadow gap 24 is, for example, at least partially formed by the center console part 13. Thus, the aforementioned receiving area is, for example, at least partially formed by the second shadow gap 24. Accordingly, for example, rails in the form of the mounting rails 9, 23 are designed as shadow gaps 14, 24 in the center console 8.

[0072] Furthermore, the second retaining element 20, and in particular the second mounting rail 23, is covered by the center console 8, for example, at least in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from above and in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 from the outside. Covering in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from above is achieved, for example, by means of the center console part 13. Covering in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 from the inside is achieved, for example, by means of the center console trim part 15.

[0073] For example, the second mounting rail 23 is arranged in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from above, in particular directly, on or above the floor element 18. The second retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 preferably extends further upwards in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 than the floor covering 19. For example, the second mounting rail 23 is arranged at least partially on the floor element 18, in particular attached there, preferably in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from above. Thus, the aforementioned second receiving area is bounded, for example, in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from below by the floor element 18. For example, the second shadow gap 24 is partially formed by the floor element 18.

[0074] To connect the second retaining part 21 with the second retaining element 20, the second retaining part 21 is, for example, guided at least partially through a second through-opening 25, which is formed, for example, by the center console trim part 15 and / or by the floor element 18. The second through-opening 25 has, for example, a transverse direction 11 in the vehicle. This means that an axial direction of the second through-opening 25 extends at least substantially parallel to the vehicle transverse direction 11.

[0075] Furthermore, the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4, is, for example, freely suspended on its outer side 26 which points outwards in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle, i.e., freely suspended, whereby no support is provided on the outer side 26 in particular.

[0076] Overall, it can be seen that a movable and rotatable footrest or foot tray with shadow gap guidance can be implemented in the center console 8 using the first embodiment.

[0077] In Fig. 3 and Fig. Figure 4 shows the leg support device 1 or the arrangement in a second embodiment that differs from the first embodiment. In this case, Fig. 3 the arrangement or the interior space 2 is shown in a schematic side view, in particular a partial sectional view. In Fig. Figure 4 shows the arrangement or interior space 2 in a schematic partial sectional view. In this view, Fig. 4 in particular illustrates a section BB which runs between section reference points B, which are in Fig. Figure 3 is sketched. The second embodiment differs from the first embodiment at least in particular in that the center console 8 has at least one storage compartment 27 designed for storing at least one object, which extends at least partially in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 between the retaining elements 7, 20, and in particular the mounting rails 9, 23. Thus, at least a portion of the storage compartment 27 is arranged in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 at the same width, i.e., at the same lateral position, as the retaining elements 7, 20, and in particular the mounting rails 9, 23. For example, the storage compartment 27 is at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, limited upwards in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 by a first trim element 28 of the center console 8.Furthermore, the storage space 27 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 is, for example, at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, limited downwards by a second trim element 29 of the center console 8. For example, the first trim element 28 covers the first retaining element 7 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 downwards at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely. For example, the second trim element 29 covers the second retaining element 20 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 upwards at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely. For example, the second trim element 29 rests, in particular directly, against the second mounting rail 23 and / or the floor element 18. The storage space 27 is, for example, designed as a storage compartment, which can be referred to as a storage compartment. The storage compartment can also be referred to as a center console storage compartment.

[0078] Overall, it is evident that the second embodiment allows for the realization of a movable and rotatable footrest or foot tray with shadow gap guidance in the center console with storage compartment.

[0079] In Fig. 5 and in Fig. Figure 6 shows the leg support device 1 or the arrangement according to a third embodiment, which differs from the first and second embodiments. In this case, Fig. 5 the arrangement or the interior space 2 is shown in a schematic side view, in particular a partial sectional view. Furthermore, in Fig. Figure 6 shows the arrangement or the interior space 2 in a schematic partial sectional view. This is shown in Fig. Figure 6 illustrates a section CC which runs between section reference points C, which are in Fig. Figure 5 is sketched. In the third embodiment, the second retaining element 20 is arranged, at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely, within the base element 18, i.e., it is contained within it. Thus, the attachment of the second mounting rail 23 to the base element 18 is effected, in particular, within the base element 18. Accordingly, the mounting rail 23 is arranged, for example, at least predominantly or completely, within the base element 18. In other words, the base element 18 defines or forms at least a receiving space in which the second retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 are arranged, at least partially, and in particular predominantly or completely.For example, the second retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 are arranged in the vehicle's vertical direction 12, in particular directly, at least partially, below the floor covering 19, that is, in the vehicle's vertical direction 12, in particular completely, further down than the floor covering 19. The second passage opening 25 is formed, for example, at least partially by the floor covering 19, by the floor element 18, and / or by the center console 8, in particular the second trim element 29. For example, the second passage opening 25 points upwards in the vehicle's vertical direction 12. This means that an axial direction of the second passage opening 25 extends at least substantially parallel to the vehicle's vertical direction 12.By arranging the second retaining element 20 or the second mounting rail 23 within the base element 18, the second retaining element 20 or the second mounting rail 23 can be positioned outside a user area of ​​the interior space 2. As shown in . Fig. As illustrated in Figure 6, it is possible that in the third embodiment the center console 8 has the storage space 27. However, it is also possible that the center console 8 does not have the storage space 27, that is, it is free of the storage space 27.

[0080] Overall, it is evident that the third embodiment allows for the realization of a movable and rotatable footrest or footrest with shadow gap guidance in the center console 8, for example with a storage compartment, and bearing, in particular a second bearing, for example directly, in a vehicle sheet metal structure in the form of the floor element 18. The vehicle sheet metal structure can also be referred to as the "vehicle sheet metal structure floor center".

[0081] In Fig. 7 and in Fig. Figure 8 shows the leg support device 1 or the arrangement in a fourth embodiment, which differs from the first, second, and third embodiments. In this case, Fig. 7 the arrangement or the interior space 2 is shown in a schematic side view, in particular a schematic partial sectional side view. In Fig. Figure 8 shows the arrangement or interior space 2 in a schematic partial sectional view. In this view, Fig. 8 in particular illustrates a section DD which runs between section reference points D, which are in Fig. Figure 7 is sketched. In the fourth embodiment, the second retaining element 20, and in particular the second mounting rail 23, is / are arranged on the outer surface 26 of the leg support device 1, in particular the leg support 4, which faces outwards in the transverse direction of the vehicle. The second mounting rail 23 is arranged, at least partially, on a side sill 30, and in particular attached to it. Alternatively or additionally, for example, the second mounting rail 23 is arranged, and in particular attached, at least partially, on the floor element 18. Furthermore, the second retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 are, for example, at least partially covered by the floor covering 19, for example, from above in the vertical direction 12 of the vehicle and / or from the inside in the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle.For example, the second passage opening 25 is formed at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, by the floor covering 19. For example, the second passage opening 25 has a transverse direction 11 to the vehicle. Thus, the axial direction of the second passage opening 25 runs, for example, at least substantially parallel to the transverse direction 11 of the vehicle.

[0082] Overall, it can be seen that by means of the fourth embodiment a movable and rotatable footrest or foot support with shadow gap guidance in the center console 8, for example with storage compartment, and bearing, in particular second bearing, can be realized on the side sill 30, which is also simply referred to as a sill.

[0083] In Fig. Figure 7 also shows a fifth embodiment of the leg support device 1 or the arrangement, which differs from the first, second, third and fourth embodiments and is also shown in Fig. Figure 9 illustrates this. Fig. Figure 9 shows a schematic partial sectional view. In this view, Fig. Figure 9, in particular section DD, illustrates this. In the fifth embodiment, the second retaining element 20, in particular the second mounting rail 23, is arranged at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, within the side sill 30. In other words, the side sill 30 has a cavity which, for example, is at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, bounded by walls of the side sill 30, with the second retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 being arranged in the cavity. Thus, for example, the retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 are at least predominantly, in particular completely, contained within the side sill 30.For example, the second retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 from below and / or above and in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 from the outside is / are at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, covered by the side sill 30. For example, the second retaining element 20 and / or the second mounting rail 23 in the vehicle's transverse direction 11 is / are at least partially covered by the floor covering 19. For example, the second passage opening 25 is at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, formed by the floor covering 19.

[0084] Overall, it can be seen that by means of the fifth embodiment a movable and rotatable footrest or foot support with shadow gap guidance in the center console 8, for example with storage compartment, and bearing, in particular second bearing directly in the side sill 30, can be realized.

[0085] How particularly good in Fig. 1, Fig. 3, Fig. 5 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, for example, the leg support 4, and in particular a cross-section 31 of the leg support 4, is asymmetrically designed. The cross-section 31 is, in this case, a cross-section extending perpendicular to the pivot axis 17, and in particular perpendicular to the vehicle's transverse direction 11. Because the leg support 4, or rather the cross-section 31, is asymmetrically designed, the support area 5 has at least one first support surface 32 and at least one second support surface 33 that differs from the first support surface 32. In particular, the support surfaces 32 and 33 are arranged on the outer surface. The support surfaces 32 and 33 have different shapes. This means that the support surfaces 32 and 33 have different shapes or geometries.Furthermore, the leg support 4 is pivotable about the pivot axis 17 into a first pivot position 34, in which the heel, in particular the Achilles heel, of the vehicle occupant can be supported, in particular directly, on the first support surface 32. For example, the first support surface 32 has a curved or arcuate shape. This means that the first support surface 32 is curved or arcuate at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely. The curved or arcuate shape is in particular convex. This allows the heel to be supported particularly comfortably on the leg support 4. Fig. 1, Fig. 3, Fig. 5 and Fig.In section 7, the leg support 4 is in the first pivot position 34. Furthermore, the leg support 4, particularly from the first pivot position 34, can be pivoted about the pivot axis 17 into a second pivot position different from the first pivot position 34, in which the sole of the vehicle occupant's foot can be supported, in particular directly, on the second support surface 33. For example, the second support surface 33 is at least partially, in particular predominantly or completely, flat, i.e., planar. This allows the sole of the foot to be supported particularly comfortably on the leg support 4.

[0086] The support surfaces 32, 33 are preferably arranged on different sides of the leg support 4, particularly on opposite sides, especially on the outer surface. Preferably, the first support surface 32 points upwards in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 when the leg support 4 is in the first pivot position 34. In particular, the second support surface 33 points downwards in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 in the first pivot position 34. Preferably, the second support surface 33 points upwards in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 when the leg support 4 is in the second pivot position. In particular, the first support surface 32 points downwards in the vehicle's vertical direction 12 in the second pivot position. Reference symbol list 1 leg support device 2 Interior 3 Vehicle longitudinal direction 3a Arrow 4 Leg support 5 Support area 6 Holding device 7 first retaining element 8 Center console 8a first passage opening 9 first mounting rail 10. Operating position 11 Vehicle transverse direction 12 Vehicle uphill direction 13 Center console section 14 first shadow gap 15 Center console trim panel 16 first retaining part 17 Swivel axis 17a Arrow 18 floor elements 19 Flooring 20 second retaining element 21 second retaining part 22 Inside 23 second mounting rail 24 second shadow gap 25 second passageway 26 Outside 27 storage spaces 28 first cladding element 29 second cladding element 30 side skirts 31 Cross section 32 first support surface 33 second support surface 34 first swivel position

Claims

[1] Leg support device (1) for an interior (2) of a motor vehicle, comprising a leg support (4) which has a support area (5) for supporting a leg of a vehicle occupant, and a holding device (6) which has at least one holding element (7), wherein the leg support device (1) is to be guided via the holding element (7) on a mounting rail (9) arranged in the area of ​​the center console (8), in particular on the center console (8), in a translationally guided manner in the longitudinal direction (3) of the vehicle relative to a seat assembly designed separately from the leg support device (1), wherein the holding device (6) has a second holding element (20) which is formed separately from the holding element (7), characterized by , that the second retaining element (20) is arranged on an inner side (22) of the leg support device (1) which points inwards in the transverse direction (11) of the vehicle, and wherein • the leg support device (1) is to be guided in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat system in the longitudinal direction (3) of the vehicle via the second retaining element (20) on a second mounting rail (23) arranged in the area of ​​the center console (8), in particular on the center console (8), and / or • the leg support device (1) is to be guided in a translational manner relative to the seat system via the second retaining element (20) on a second mounting rail (23) arranged on a floor element (18) which at least partially limits the interior space (2) in the vehicle height direction (12) downwards in the longitudinal direction (3) of the vehicle. [2] Leg support device (1) according to claim 1, characterized by , that the leg support (4) can be pivoted about a pivot axis (17) relative to the holding device (6). [3] Leg support device (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by , that • the retaining element (7) is arranged in a shadow gap (14) in the area of ​​the center console (8) and / or • the retaining element (7) is covered by the area of ​​the center console (8) at least in the vehicle's vertical direction (12) from above and in the vehicle's transverse direction (11) from the outside. [4] Leg support device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the leg support device (1) is free-floating on its outer side (26) which points outwards in the transverse direction (11) of the vehicle. [5] Leg support device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that • the second retaining element (20) is to be arranged at least partially within the base element (18) and / or • the leg support device (1) is to be guided in a translational manner relative to the seat system via the second retaining element (20) on a second mounting rail (23) formed by an electrical energy storage device in the longitudinal direction (3) of the vehicle. [6] Arrangement of a leg support device (1) in an interior (2) of a motor vehicle, wherein the leg support device (1) comprises a leg support (4) which has a support area (5) for supporting a leg of a vehicle occupant, and a holding device (6) which has at least one holding element (7), wherein the leg support device (1) is guided via the holding element (7) on a mounting rail (9) arranged in the area of ​​a center console (8), in particular on the center console (8), in a translationally guided manner in the longitudinal direction (3) of the vehicle relative to a seat assembly formed separately from the leg support device (1), wherein the holding device (6) has a second holding element (20) formed separately from the holding element (7), characterized by , that the second retaining element (20) is arranged on an inner side (22) of the leg support device (1) pointing inwards in the transverse direction (11) of the vehicle, and wherein • the leg support device (1) is guided via the second retaining element (20) on a second mounting rail (23) arranged in the area of ​​the center console (8), in particular on the center console (8), in a translationally movable manner relative to the seat assembly in the longitudinal direction (3) of the vehicle and / or • the leg support device (1) is guided in a translational manner relative to the seat system via the second retaining element (20) on a second mounting rail (23) arranged on a floor element (18) which at least partially limits the interior space (2) in the vehicle height direction (12) downwards. [7] Arrangement according to claim 6, characterized by , that the center console (8) has a storage space (27) designed for storing at least one object, which extends in the vehicle's vertical direction (12) between the retaining elements (7, 20).

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