Display unit with integrated air ducting for a vehicle interior

Abstract

The invention relates to an arrangement (100) for a vehicle interior, in particular for a motor vehicle cockpit, comprising a display device (101) and an air outlet (103). The display device (101) has a display surface (102) in which a recess (105) is provided, the recess being completely bounded by the display surface (102). An outlet area (104) of the air outlet (103) is arranged within the recess (105). This allows display, operating, and air distribution functions to be combined in a particularly compact and aesthetically integrated manner. Furthermore, the invention relates to a display and air distribution device (200) with a multi-layered display assembly (201), within which an air distribution area (203) is provided, which is fluidically connected to at least one air outlet opening (205) arranged within a viewing surface (204).Furthermore, the invention relates to a display assembly (300) for a vehicle display device, which has a through-opening (302) completely enclosed by a display surface (301) and designed to receive an outlet surface (303) of an air outlet (304). The invention enables the functional integration of display, operating, and air guidance functions while simultaneously offering a high degree of design freedom, high integration density, and efficient use of installation space within a vehicle interior.

Description

The invention relates to a display device, a display and air distribution device, a display assembly, and an arrangement comprising a display device and an air outlet for a vehicle interior, in particular for the interior of a motor vehicle. The invention further relates to the integration of air distribution functions in or on display devices, as well as the functional and design-related integration of display, operating, and ventilation functions within a vehicle interior. The invention is particularly suitable for cockpit applications in modern motor vehicles, where large-area display devices form an essential component of the human-machine interface. Modern vehicles increasingly feature large-area displays that can cover significant portions of the cockpit. These displays serve primarily to present vehicle-related information, provide user interfaces, and implement comprehensive user interface concepts. In parallel, the requirement to supply the vehicle interior with conditioned air via air vents remains. Air vents are typically located within a dashboard, instrument panel, or adjacent components and connected to an air conditioning or ventilation system via air ducts. Various solutions are known in connection with display devices and ventilation systems. DE 10 2016 006 988 A1 discloses a vehicle ventilation system in which a display unit is combined with an air nozzle. The display unit has a screen that provides information about the operating states of the ventilation system. In particular, parameters of an airflow, such as a predefined volume flow or other status information of a ventilation system, can be displayed graphically. Furthermore, the integration of a display unit into an air nozzle is described. The document thus deals with a functional link between a display of ventilation information and an air outlet device. Furthermore, display devices are known in which air guide or vent openings are provided for cooling electronic components or for pressure equalization. Arrangements are also known in which air outlets are positioned in close proximity to display devices. In addition, surface-based design approaches are increasingly being pursued in vehicle interiors, in which different functions are integrated within visually coherent surfaces. These include, in particular, touch-sensitive control surfaces, large-format displays, and concealed functional elements. With the increasing size of display areas and their integration into cockpit structures, additional requirements arise regarding the spatial arrangement of display devices and air distribution components. At the same time, aspects such as homogeneous surface design, efficient airflow, thermal management of display devices, and a high integration density of functions within a limited installation space are gaining in importance. The invention is based on the objective of providing an arrangement for a vehicle interior which enables a functional and design-related integration of display and air guidance functions. For the purposes of the present invention, a "display device" is understood to mean any device designed to present information to a user. The display device can, in particular, be configured as a display, screen, display and control device, or as a component of a human-machine interface. The display device can, for example, be based on LCD, OLED, micro-LED, mini-LED, e-paper, projection technologies, or other suitable display technologies. Furthermore, the display device can be touch-sensitive and additionally provide operating functions. A "display area" is understood to be that part of a display device intended for showing information. The display area can be fully or partially active and is used in particular for displaying symbols, graphics, text, images, videos, user interfaces, or other information. The display area can also serve as an operating interface. An "active display area" is understood to be a portion of the display surface in which content can be shown during operation of the display device. The active display area can encompass the entire display surface or only parts thereof. In particular, active display areas can be used to show controls, status indicators, navigation information, or other user interface functions. A "viewing surface" is understood to be the surface of a display device, a display assembly, or a display and air distribution device that is perceptible to a user. The viewing surface can be formed by the display area itself as well as, where applicable, by other visible functional areas. In particular, the viewing surface can encompass display, operating, and air distribution functions simultaneously. A "continuous display area" or "continuous display and / or operating area" is understood to be an area that is perceived by a user as a cohesive display and / or operating area. This continuity can be geometric, optical, functional, or operable. A continuous display area can also exist if openings, recesses, or air passage structures are provided within the area, provided these do not significantly impair the perception of a cohesive display and / or operating function. A "fully enclosed recess" is understood to be an opening or cutout that, in plan view, is completely surrounded by areas of a display surface. The recess preferably does not intersect any outer edge of the display surface and is located, in particular, within an outer contour of the display device or display assembly. The display surface may surround the recess along its entire circumference. A "pass-through opening" is an opening within a display assembly designed to accommodate an air outlet, air vent, or other air passage structure. The pass-through opening may extend through one or more layers of the display assembly. A "display assembly" refers to a multi-layered structure of a display device. The display assembly can include, in particular, a cover glass, a cover layer, a display layer, a sensor layer, a polarization layer, a backlighting system, electronic components, a substrate, or other functional layers. The individual layers can be directly adjacent to one another or separated by gaps. A "display and / or control membrane" is understood to be a flat component that provides or supports display and / or control functions. The display and / or control membrane can, in particular, comprise a touch-sensitive layer, a graphic layer, or a combined display and control structure. An "air outlet" is any device designed to release an airflow into an interior space. The air outlet may be part of a ventilation, air conditioning, or air distribution system and may include, in particular, an outlet surface, air outlet openings, air guide elements, or other flow control elements. An "outlet surface" is the area of ​​an air outlet through which air is released into the surrounding environment. The outlet surface can be formed by a single opening or by multiple air outlet openings. An "air passage" is generally understood to be a structure that allows airflow through a display assembly or other component. An air passage can be designed in particular as an opening, perforation, micro-opening, slot, micro-channel, porous structure, or grid structure. An "air guidance area" is an area designed to guide an airflow. The air guidance area can be configured as an air duct, cavity, air distribution chamber, or a combination of several such structures. An "air distribution space" is an area designed to distribute an airflow to multiple air outlets or air passages. The air distribution space can be located within a display assembly, a display device, or a display and air distribution system. A "functional unit" is understood to be an assembly that provides several technical functions within a common module. A functional unit can, in particular, combine display, operating, air distribution, air discharge, and / or support functions. Where singular terms are used in this application, they also include corresponding plural forms where technically appropriate. Likewise, the described terms can be implemented individually or in combination. The foregoing definitions serve to clarify the invention and are not to be understood as an exhaustive limitation of the claimed subject matter. The invention is defined by the features of the independent claims. Advantageous further developments and embodiments are the subject of the dependent claims. According to a first aspect, the invention relates to an arrangement for a vehicle interior, in particular for a motor vehicle cockpit, comprising a display device and an air outlet. The display device has a display surface which is intended for displaying information to a user. The display surface can in particular be designed as a display and / or control surface and can be implemented, for example, by means of LCD, OLED, micro-LED, mini-LED or comparable display technologies. Likewise, the display surface can be designed as a touch-sensitive control surface so that the display device can additionally detect user input. The air outlet has a discharge area through which air from an air distribution system can be released into a vehicle interior. The air can be, in particular, fresh air, recirculated air, tempered air, air-conditioned air, or a combination thereof. According to the invention, the display device has a display surface in which a recess is provided, the recess being completely bounded by the display surface. The outlet surface of the air diffuser is arranged within this recess. The recess is preferably surrounded on all sides by areas of the display surface. In other words, the recess is located within the outer contour of the display device, so that the display surface completely encloses the recess. This allows the outlet surface to be arranged within a viewing area formed by the display device. In preferred embodiments, the display area along the edge defining the recess forms a continuous display and / or operating surface. This continuity can be geometric, optical, functional, and / or operable. In particular, the display area along the circumference of the recess can have no interruptions in the display and / or operating function, or none that are perceptible to a user. In a preferred embodiment, the recess is formed by a section of an originally continuous display and / or control membrane. The remaining membrane completely surrounds the recess and continues to provide a continuous display and / or control function. The recess can be provided during the manufacture of the display device or subsequently integrated into a display assembly. The recess can have different geometries. For example, the recess can be circular, oval, elliptical, polygonal, slotted, or free-form. Likewise, several recesses completely enclosed by the display surface can be provided, each with one or more outlet surfaces. The outlet area can be configured as a single outlet or as multiple air outlets. In preferred embodiments, the outlet area comprises a plurality of micro-openings, micro-perforations, slots, or similar air passage structures. This allows the airflow to be distributed over a larger area. Simultaneously, the air outlets can be integrated in a visually discreet manner. The air outlets can be arranged regularly or irregularly. For example, the openings can be arranged in a grid pattern, concentrically, linearly, as points, or according to a predetermined graphic pattern. Furthermore, the openings can have different diameters, cross-sections, or geometries. In a preferred embodiment, the air outlet openings are visually integrated by display elements of the display device. The openings can, for example, be part of symbols, lines, graphic structures, user interfaces, or decorative patterns. This allows for a particularly homogeneous design of the visible surface. Furthermore, the display device can be designed such that the representation changes depending on the operating state of the air outlet. For example, brightness, contrast, transparency, color, or graphic content can be adjusted. This allows for additional functional or design integration of the air outlet into the user interface. In preferred embodiments, the outlet area lies entirely within the outer contour of the display device. The outlet area is preferably completely surrounded by areas of the display surface. This allows for a particularly high integration density, as the air outlet does not need to be positioned next to, below, or above the display device. The outlet area can be part of a common viewing surface with the display surface. In particular, the display surface and outlet area can be flush with each other. This creates the impression of a largely continuous surface for the user. In preferred embodiments, the air outlet openings are not perceptible or only partially perceptible when the display device is switched off. This can be achieved, for example, by small opening diameters, suitable surface structures, optical coatings, or by adapting them to the displayed content. In a preferred embodiment, the arrangement features an integrated air guide within the display device. At least one section of the air duct can be formed by components of the display device. The air duct can, in particular, run within a display assembly, within a housing of the display device, or between several layers of the display assembly. This allows the air guide to be integrated into existing structures, enabling a compact design and a high degree of functional integration. In one embodiment, an air guidance area extends at least partially within the thickness of the display assembly. This allows the airflow to be guided within the installation space already provided for the display device. Additional air guidance components can be reduced or partially eliminated. Furthermore, an air distribution chamber can be provided within the display device, which serves to distribute the airflow to a plurality of air outlet openings. This allows for the most uniform possible airflow across the outlet surface. In preferred embodiments, the airflow within such an air distribution chamber is initially guided substantially parallel to the display surface and then deflected towards the outlet surface and the air outlet openings. This allows for a particularly flat design of the assembly.The housing of the display device can at least partially define an air duct and / or an air distribution chamber. Likewise, components of the air outlet and components of the display device can together form a structural unit that simultaneously performs load-bearing and air-guiding functions. In a preferred embodiment, the display device and the air outlet form a pre-assembled functional unit that can be manufactured as a module, tested, and integrated into a vehicle. The outflow area can be formed by a plurality of openings. These openings can be located directly in a cover glass, a cover layer, or another component of the display assembly. For example, the openings can be designed as holes, micro-holes, laser holes, perforations, micro-perforations, slots, microchannels, or similar air passage structures. The openings can be arranged regularly or irregularly. For example, grid-like, linear, concentric, ring-shaped, dot-like, or free-form patterns can be used. The openings can have the same or different cross-sections. Likewise, different opening sizes can be combined within a common outflow area. In a preferred embodiment, the air outlet openings are located within an active display area of ​​the display device. This allows air outlet areas to be positioned within areas that are simultaneously used to display information. The air outlet openings can be integrated into display elements, symbols, graphic lines, decorative structures, or other user interface elements. When the display device is switched off, the air outlet openings can be completely concealed or only partially visible. This allows for a particularly homogeneous and high-quality surface finish. Furthermore, the use of numerous small air outlet openings can reduce airflow noise.In particular, the noise level can be reduced compared to individual large-area outlet openings, thereby improving acoustic comfort. In preferred embodiments, the airflow is controlled based on at least one sensor signal. For this purpose, temperature sensors, humidity sensors, condensation sensors, air quality sensors, proximity sensors, touch sensors, or combinations of several sensors can be used. The sensor signals can be used to control an air volume flow, air velocity, air temperature, or air distribution. Furthermore, the airflow can be controlled based on an operating state of the display device. Suitable operating states include, in particular, the temperature of the display device, the temperature of individual display layers, a surface temperature, display brightness, a current processing load, detected sunlight, or an operating mode of the display device. The airflow can be directed specifically to certain areas of the display device. In preferred embodiments, the airflow serves to reduce temperature gradients within the display assembly. Furthermore, the airflow can be used to reduce local temperature peaks. Likewise, the airflow can be used to prevent or reduce condensation on the display surface. This can improve display quality and support the functionality of the display device even under changing environmental conditions. The airflow can be used for cooling, heating, temperature control, or dehumidification. The cutout can be produced using various manufacturing processes. For example, laser processing, drilling, milling, punching, etching, or other material-removing or material-forming processes can be used. The same applies to air vents, microperforations, and other air passage structures. The cutout can be created during the manufacturing of the display assembly or subsequently added to an existing display assembly. The arrangement can have a single cutout or several cutouts completely enclosed by the display area. Different cutouts can be assigned different airflows, air volumes, or air functions. For example, a first cutout can be provided for ventilating a driver and a second cutout for ventilating a passenger. Similarly, different cutouts can be assigned to different air conditioning functions. The air discharged through the outlet surface can, in particular, comprise fresh air, recirculated air, heated air, cooled air, tempered air, dehumidified air, or a combination thereof. The described embodiments and features can be implemented individually or in any technically feasible combination. This results in a multitude of possible configurations of the arrangement according to the invention, which enables a particularly close functional, structural, and design integration of display, operating, and air distribution functions within a vehicle interior. The arrangement according to the invention offers a multitude of advantages. For example, air can be discharged in close proximity to a display device without requiring separate and visually prominent air outlet areas. Furthermore, it enables a particularly homogeneous design of cockpit surfaces. At the same time, the number of separate components can be reduced, resulting in advantages in terms of installation space, weight, and integration effort. The arrangement can also contribute to the targeted control of thermal conditions in the area of ​​the display device. For instance, the air discharge can be used to regulate the temperature of the display device, reduce local temperature peaks, or prevent condensation. In addition, by appropriately designing the discharge surface, flow acoustic properties can be improved and flow noise reduced. The arrangement according to the invention thus enables a particularly close functional, constructive and design integration of display and air guidance functions within a vehicle interior. According to a second aspect, the invention relates to a display and air guidance device for a vehicle interior, in particular for the interior of a motor vehicle. The display and air guidance device comprises a multi-layered display assembly with a display surface. Within the display assembly, at least one air guidance area is provided, which is fluidically connected to at least one air outlet opening arranged within a viewing surface of the display and air guidance device. The second aspect is based on the fundamental idea of ​​integrating airflow functions directly into a display unit, thereby providing a single technical unit that performs both display and airflow functions. Unlike arrangements where airflow components are located outside the display unit, here the airflow is at least partially implemented within the display assembly. The display assembly can have a multi-layered structure and may include, for example, a cover glass, a top layer, a display layer, a sensor layer, a support structure, electronic components, and other functional layers. The airflow area can be located completely or partially within this layered structure. In particular, the airflow area can extend at least partially within the thickness of the display assembly. This allows existing installation space within the display assembly to be used additionally for airflow purposes. In preferred embodiments, the air guidance area is at least partially delimited by components of the display assembly. For example, individual layers of the display assembly, support structures, housing areas, or spacers provided for this purpose can together form an air guidance space. The air guidance area can be designed as a channel structure, a cavity structure, or an air distribution space. Preferably, the air distribution area comprises an air distribution chamber which is assigned to a plurality of air outlet openings. The air distribution chamber can serve to distribute an incoming airflow within the display and air distribution device and supply it to several outlet areas. This allows for the most uniform airflow possible. In a preferred embodiment, the airflow within the air distribution chamber is initially guided essentially parallel to the display surface and then discharged through the air outlet openings. This allows for a particularly flat design of the display and air distribution device. The air outlet openings can be arranged within a recess completely enclosed by the display area. Likewise, multiple air outlet openings can be provided, connected by a common air duct. For details regarding the specific design of the air outlet openings, the recess, the viewing area, and other aspects of the display integration, please refer to the description of the first aspect. The display and air distribution system can be designed as a pre-assembled functional unit. This allows the unit to be manufactured, tested, and integrated into a vehicle interior as an independent module. This can offer advantages in terms of manufacturing, assembly, variant development, and ease of servicing. Integrating the airflow into the display assembly allows for a high functional density within a limited installation space. At the same time, separate airflow components can be reduced, and display and airflow functions can be combined in a single technical unit. According to a third aspect, the invention relates to a display assembly for a vehicle's display device. The display assembly has a through-opening completely enclosed by a display surface, which is designed to receive the outlet surface of an air vent. The third aspect focuses on the structural design of the display assembly itself. Here, the display assembly provides a self-contained component that enables or facilitates the integration of an air vent within a display device. The display assembly can have a multi-layered structure and may include, for example, a cover glass, a top layer, a display layer, a sensor layer, a support structure, and other functional layers. The through-hole can extend through one or more layers of the display assembly and can be introduced during the assembly's production or subsequently. The through-hole is preferably arranged within an outer contour of the display area, such that the display area completely surrounds the through-hole. For details regarding the design of the through-hole, its geometry, its arrangement within an active display area, the formation of a continuous display and / or operating surface, and other related features, please refer to the description of the first aspect. In preferred embodiments, the display assembly comprises a support structure and / or a cover layer which, together with other components of the display assembly, define an installation space. This installation space can be designed, in particular, to accommodate air guide elements or to form an air distribution chamber. In this way, the display assembly can simultaneously provide the structural prerequisites for integrating an air guide system, in addition to its display function. The display assembly can also be designed to accommodate an air outlet, an outlet surface, or an air passage structure. The passage opening can directly house the outlet area of ​​an air outlet or be part of a more comprehensive air distribution system. The display assembly can be manufactured as a standalone component and subsequently combined with other components of a display device or an air distribution system. Likewise, the display assembly can be part of a display device, a display and air distribution system, or an arrangement according to any of the aspects described above. By creating a through-opening completely enclosed by the display surface, a display assembly is provided that enables the integration of airflow functions within a display unit and simultaneously creates the conditions for a high degree of functional and structural integration. This allows display, operating, and airflow functions to be combined in a particularly compact manner. In a further embodiment of the third aspect, the display assembly can additionally or alternatively feature multiple air passages that extend through it. These air passages can form an airflow structure individually or collectively, facilitating the passage of air through the display assembly. The air passages can extend through single or multiple layers of the display assembly. For example, the air passages can extend through a cover glass, a top layer, a display layer, or through several superimposed layers. The air passages can be designed as micro-openings, micro-perforations, micro-channels, bores, laser-drilled holes, slots, porous structures, grid structures, or similar air passage structures. The air passages can have the same or different dimensions and be arranged in regular or irregular patterns. In preferred embodiments, the air passages are arranged within an area of ​​the display surface intended for displaying information. In particular, the air passages can be provided within an active display area. Regarding the design of active display areas and the integration of air passage structures into display and control surfaces, reference is made to the description of the first aspect. The air outlets can be distributed across the display area or concentrated in specific functional areas. For example, air outlets can be provided within predetermined display zones, operating areas, or thermally relevant areas. Similarly, different groups of air outlets can be assigned to different air distribution areas, air ducts, or airflows. In preferred embodiments, the air outlets collectively form the discharge area of ​​an air diffuser. This discharge area can be formed by a multitude of individual air outlets, which together enable a diffuse or at least partially diffuse airflow. This allows the airflow to be distributed over a larger area. At the same time, the visual perceptibility of individual air outlet areas can be reduced. The display assembly can also include components that together define an airflow area and / or an air distribution chamber. This allows an airflow to be distributed within the display assembly and directed to the air outlets. The air supply to the individual air outlets can be direct or indirect, via one or more air distribution chambers. In preferred embodiments, the air vents also serve to thermally influence the display device. For example, an airflow can be used to reduce temperature gradients, prevent local temperature peaks, or minimize condensation. For details regarding corresponding thermal and control engineering features, please refer to the description of the first aspect. The air vents can be created during the manufacturing of the display assembly or added subsequently. For example, laser processing, drilling, etching, structuring, or other suitable manufacturing processes can be used. The specific design of the air vents can be adapted to the respective requirements regarding airflow, optical perceptibility, mechanical stability, and manufacturability. This provides a display system that, in addition to its display function, can simultaneously perform air management functions, enabling a particularly high integration density of display, operating and air management functions. According to a fourth aspect, the invention relates to a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, comprising an arrangement according to the first aspect and / or a display and air guidance device according to the second aspect and / or a display assembly according to the third aspect. The vehicle can be designed in particular as a passenger car, truck, commercial vehicle, bus, motorhome, special-purpose vehicle, hybrid vehicle, or electrically powered vehicle. However, the invention is not limited to road vehicles. Rather, the described solutions can also be used in watercraft, rail vehicles, aircraft, or other means of transport. The display unit can be part of a cockpit, instrument panel, dashboard, center console, door trim, roof console, or other interior component. It can also be designed as a central display, instrument cluster, passenger display, head unit display, or as part of a continuous display strip. Integrating display, operating, and airflow functions enables the creation of particularly compact and functionally integrated vehicle interiors. At the same time, design freedom, functional density, space utilization, and the functional integration of different vehicle systems can be improved. The embodiments, advantages and further developments described in connection with the first to third aspects also apply accordingly to the vehicle according to the fourth aspect. Further advantages, features, and details will become apparent from the following description, in which – possibly with reference to the drawings – at least one embodiment is described in detail. Identical, similar, and / or functionally equivalent parts are identified by the same reference numerals. Figure 1 shows a schematic top view of an embodiment of an arrangement according to the invention for a vehicle interior. Figure 2 shows a schematic perspective sectional view of an embodiment of a display and air guidance device according to the invention. Figure 3 shows a schematic perspective view of a display assembly according to the invention. Fig. 1 shows a schematic top view of an embodiment of an arrangement 100 according to the invention for a vehicle interior, in particular for a motor vehicle cockpit. The arrangement 100 comprises a display device 101 with a display area 102. The display area 102 extends over a substantial area of ​​the visible surface of the display device 101 and serves to display information for a user. The display device 101 can be designed, in particular, as a display and / or operating device. A recess 105 is provided within the display area 102. The recess 105 is located within the outer contour of the display device 101 and, in the illustrated embodiment, is completely surrounded by areas of the display area 102. The display area 102 thus extends along the entire circumference of the recess 105. An air outlet 103 is arranged within the recess 105. The air outlet 103 has an outlet area 104 through which air can be discharged into the vehicle interior. In the illustrated embodiment, the outlet area 104 is formed by a plurality of individual air outlet openings, which together enable a surface-wide air discharge. As can be seen particularly in Fig. 1, the outlet surface 104 is located within the recess 105, while the display surface 102 completely surrounds the recess 105. This allows for a particularly compact integration of the air outlet 103 into the display device 101. Furthermore, the display surface 102 and the outlet surface 104 are arranged relative to each other such that they form a continuous surface, at least in sections. In particular, the visible surfaces of the display device 101 and the air outlet 103 can be flush or nearly flush with each other, so that a user perceives a continuous surface structure. The geometry of the recess 105 shown in Fig. 1 serves only to illustrate an exemplary embodiment. The recess 105 can alternatively be circular, oval, polygonal, slot-shaped, or any free-form contour. Likewise, several recesses can be provided, each containing one or more air outlets. Similarly, the depicted configuration of the outlet surface 104 is merely exemplary. The outlet surface 104 can be formed by single openings, by a plurality of micro-openings, micro-perforations, slots, or other air passage structures. Fig. 2 shows a schematic perspective sectional view of an embodiment of a display and air guidance device 200 according to the invention for a vehicle interior. The display and air guidance device 200 comprises a multi-layered display assembly 201 with a display surface 202. The display surface 202 forms the user-visible surface of the display and air guidance device 200 and serves to display information. The display surface 202 can also be designed as a control surface and, in particular, provide touch-sensitive input functions. The display assembly 201 has a multi-layered structure. This can include, for example, a cover glass, a top layer, a display layer, a sensor layer, support structures, and other functional layers. The individual layers are shown schematically in Fig. 2. An air guidance area 203 is provided within the display assembly 201. The air guidance area 203 extends at least partially within the display assembly 201 or within an installation space bounded by components of the display assembly. The air guidance area 203 serves to guide an airflow within the display and air guidance device 200. As shown in Fig. 2, air can be supplied to the air guidance area 203 from an air source (not shown), in particular a ventilation or air conditioning system of a vehicle. The airflow is distributed within the air guidance area 203 and directed towards at least one air outlet opening 205. The direction of the airflow is illustrated by arrows in Fig. 3. The air outlet opening 205 is arranged within a viewing area 204 of the display and air guidance device 200. In the illustrated embodiment, the viewing area 204 is formed at least partially by the display area 202. The air outlet opening 205 is thus located within an area of ​​the display and air guidance device 200 that is visible to the user. In the illustrated embodiment, the air outlet opening 205 has a plurality of individual openings which together form an air passage structure. The individual openings can be designed as micro-openings, micro-perforations, laser-cut holes, or similar air passage structures. The multitude of small openings enables a planar air distribution. It is particularly evident from Fig. 2 that the air guide area 203 is fluidically connected to the air outlet opening 205. The airflow is guided within the air guide area 203 and then exits through the air outlet opening 205 and the visible surface 204 into the vehicle interior. The enlarged detail shown in Fig. 2 illustrates, by way of example, the transition area between the air guide area 203, the viewing surface 204 and the air outlet opening 205. In particular, it can be seen that the air outlet opening 205 is arranged within the viewing surface 204 and is supplied with air by the air guide area 203. The air outlet 205 can be located within an active display area of ​​the display surface 202. In this case, display content can be shown up to the immediate vicinity of the air outlet 205. Likewise, the air outlets can be part of graphic elements, symbols, lines, or other user interface elements. The air guidance area 203 can be configured as an air duct, a cavity structure, an air distribution chamber, or as a combination of several such structures. In preferred embodiments, the air guidance area 203 serves to distribute an airflow to a plurality of air outlet openings 205 in order to achieve the most uniform airflow possible over a predetermined area of ​​the viewing surface 204. The arrangement of the air outlet opening 205 within the viewing surface 204 shown in Fig. 2 serves only to illustrate an exemplary embodiment. Alternatively, several air outlet openings can be provided, which are arranged at different positions within the viewing surface 204 and are connected to one or more common air guide areas 203. Fig. 3 shows a schematic perspective view of a display assembly 300 for a vehicle display device according to an embodiment of the invention. The display assembly 300 has a display surface 301, which forms the visible surface of the display assembly and is intended for displaying information. The display surface 301 can, in particular, be a component of a vehicle display device and, for example, provide display and / or operating functions. As can be seen in Fig. 3, the display assembly 300 has a through-opening 302 within the display area 301. The through-opening 302 is located within the outer contour of the display area 301 and is completely surrounded by areas of the display area 301. The through-opening 302 therefore does not intersect any outer edge of the display assembly 300, but is located entirely within the display area 301. The display area 301 extends along the entire circumference of the through-opening 302, so that the through-opening 302 is completely enclosed by the display area 301. This provides a continuous display and / or operating area that is perceived by the user as a single, continuous surface. Within the opening 302, an outlet area 303 is arranged or can be accommodated. The outlet area 303 is part of an air outlet 304 or can be connected to one. In the illustrated embodiment, the outlet area 303 is formed by a plurality of openings through which air can be discharged into a vehicle interior. The air outlet 304 is shown schematically in Fig. 3 and is located at least partially below the display assembly 300. The air outlet 304 can be connected to a vehicle's air distribution system and supply an airflow to the outlet surface 303. The outlet surface 303 can be formed directly by components of the air outlet 304 or by air passage structures within the display assembly 300. Furthermore, Fig. 3 indicates that the display assembly 300 can have a multi-layered structure. For example, the display assembly 300 can comprise a cover glass, a cover layer, a display layer, a sensor layer, a support structure, and other functional layers. The opening 302 can extend through one or more of these layers. The rectangular or rounded rectangular geometry of the opening 302 shown serves only to illustrate an exemplary embodiment. The opening 302 can alternatively be circular, oval, elliptical, polygonal, slot-shaped, or any freeform contour. Likewise, multiple openings can be provided within a single display assembly. The outlet area 303 can be formed by single openings or by a plurality of micro-openings, micro-perforations, laser-cut holes, slots, or other air passage structures. The openings can be arranged regularly or irregularly and have different cross-sections. The configuration of the display assembly 300 shown in Fig. 3, with a passage opening 302 completely enclosed by the display area 301, enables the integration of an air outlet 304 within a display device. This allows display, operating, and air guidance functions to be combined in a particularly compact manner without requiring separate air outlets located outside the display area. Although the invention has been further illustrated and explained in detail by means of preferred embodiments, the invention is not limited by the disclosed examples, and other variations can be derived from them by a person skilled in the art without departing from the scope of protection of the invention. It is therefore clear that a multitude of possible variations exist. It is also clear that the embodiments mentioned as examples are truly only examples and are not to be understood in any way as limiting, for example, the scope of protection, the possible applications, or the configuration of the invention.Rather, the preceding description and the description of the figures enable the person skilled in the art to implement the exemplary embodiments in concrete terms, whereby the person skilled in the art, with knowledge of the disclosed inventive concept, can make various changes, for example with regard to the function or the arrangement of individual elements mentioned in an exemplary embodiment, without leaving the scope of protection defined by the claims and their legal equivalents, such as further explanations in the description. Reference symbol list 100 Arrangement 101 Display device 102 Display area 103 Air outlet 104 Outlet area 105 Recess 106 Display and / or operating membrane 107 Air outlet openings 112 Air distribution chamber 113 Functional unit 200 Display and air guidance device 201 Display assembly 202 Display area 203 Air guidance area 204 Viewing area 205 Air outlet opening 300 Display assembly 301 Display area 302 Passage opening 303 Outlet area 304 Air outlet 400 Vehicle QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature DE 10 2016 006 988 A1

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Claims

Arrangement (100) for a vehicle interior, in particular for a cockpit of a motor vehicle, comprising: a display device (101) with a display surface (102) and an air outlet (103) with an outlet surface (104), wherein the display surface (102) of the display device (101) and the outlet surface (104) of the air outlet (103) are arranged relative to each other in such a way that they form at least a section by section a continuous surface, characterized in that: the display device (101) has a display surface (102) in which a recess (105) is provided that is completely circumferentially bounded by the display surface (102), and the outlet surface (104) of the air outlet (103) is arranged within the recess (105). Arrangement (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that the display surface (102) forms a continuous display and / or operating surface along an edge bounding the recess (105). Arrangement (100) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the recess (105) is formed by a cutout of an originally connected display and / or control membrane (106). Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the outflow surface (104) has a plurality of air outlet openings (107). Arrangement (100) according to claim 4, characterized in that the air outlet openings (107) are designed as micro openings, micro perforations or laser bores. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the air outlet openings (107) are arranged within an active display area of ​​the display surface (102). Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the display device (101) and the air outlet (103) form a common pre-assembled functional unit (113). Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that an air guidance area and / or air distribution space (112) is provided within the display device (101). Display assembly (300) for a display device of a vehicle, characterized in that the display assembly (300) has a passage opening (302) completely enclosed by a display surface (301), which is designed to receive an outlet surface (303) of an air outlet (304). Vehicle (400), in particular motor vehicle, comprising an arrangement (100) according to one of claims 1 to 8 and / or a display and air guidance device (200) and / or a display assembly (300) according to claim 9 .

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