Cockpitmodul

Abstract

Cockpit module including: a lower impact cushion element connected to an air conditioning unit; an upper impact cushion element coupled to the lower impact cushion element; and a first air conditioning duct which is formed in one piece with the lower impact cushion element, the lower impact cushioning element comprises: a recessed duct groove and a first duct cover positioned on a top side of the duct groove, wherein the recessed duct groove and the first duct cover define the first air conditioning duct, wherein the upper impact cushioning element includes a recessed compartment and is coupled to the lower impact cushioning element such that the compartment is positioned above the first duct cover and the first air conditioning duct.

Description

Cross-reference to related application

[0001] This application claims priority to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2024-0073021, filed on June 4, 2024, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference for all purposes. Background of the inventionField of the invention

[0002] The present invention relates to a cockpit module and, more particularly, to a cockpit module formed integrally with an air conditioning duct to provide a storage space. Description of the state of the art

[0003] A cockpit module is located at the front of a vehicle's passenger compartment, and a storage compartment for passenger comfort may be formed on the impact cushion or crash pad that forms the cockpit module. There is a trend, particularly in conventional business-to-business (B2B) vehicles and recently developed special-purpose vehicles (PBVs), toward having an open storage compartment on top.

[0004] Despite the practical storage provided by the open compartment for small personal items, there is the problem of stored items falling out during sudden stops or rapid acceleration of the vehicle. To effectively address this problem, it is necessary to develop a cockpit module capable of ensuring sufficient compartment size and depth while minimizing interference with steering devices, other electrical components, and air conditioning systems located inside the module. Summary of the invention

[0005] An embodiment of the present invention provides a cockpit module equipped with a shelf that enables stable loading of objects by ensuring the interior space of the impact cushion such that the impact cushion and the air conditioning duct are formed integrally.

[0006] The technical objects of this invention are not limited to the foregoing, and other objects not described here can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following descriptions.

[0007] A cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a lower impact cushion member connected to an air conditioning unit, an upper impact cushion member coupled to the lower impact cushion member, and a first air conditioning duct formed integrally with the lower impact cushion member.

[0008] The lower impact cushion member may include a recessed channel groove and a first channel cover positioned on top of the channel groove, and the recessed channel groove and the first channel cover may define the first air conditioning channel. The upper impact cushion member may include a recessed shelf and is coupled to the lower impact cushion member such that the shelf is positioned above the first channel cover and the first air conditioning channel.

[0009] A coupling portion may be formed at a predetermined interval along a circumference of the channel groove, and a position of the first channel cover may be fixed by the coupling portion.

[0010] The first air conditioning duct may include an air outlet formed at one end thereof, and the first duct cover may be fixed through the air outlet at one end thereof.

[0011] A second duct cover may be connected to the lower impact cushion member and cover a lower portion of the lower impact cushion member, and the second duct cover and the lower impact cushion member may define a second air conditioning duct.

[0012] The first air conditioning duct may be a ventilation duct, and the second air conditioning duct may include a defroster duct and a side hose line.

[0013] The shelf may include a side wall that is perpendicular to a bottom surface of the shelf.

[0014] A cockpit module according to another embodiment of the present invention may include a lower impact cushioning element comprising a second region configured for placement in front of a vehicle, a first region positioned rearward of the second region, and a connecting portion connecting the first region and the second region. The cockpit module may include a first channel cover coupled to the lower impact cushioning element and a second channel cover connected to the lower impact cushioning element.

[0015] The first region and the second region may be arranged to have a step and include a connecting portion connecting the first region and the second region, wherein the second region may be positioned above the first region, the second duct cover may be positioned below the second region, and the second duct cover, the second region, and the connecting portion define a second air conditioning duct, and the first region may include a recessed duct groove, the first duct cover may be positioned above the duct groove in the first region, and the duct groove and the first duct cover may define a first air conditioning duct.

[0016] The first region may receive an upper impact cushioning element on its upper surface, the upper impact cushioning element having a recessed shelf with a depth corresponding to a step distance between the first region and the second region.

[0017] The shelf may include a side wall that is perpendicular to a bottom surface of the shelf.

[0018] The first air conditioning duct may be a ventilation duct and the second air conditioning duct may include a defroster duct and a side hose line. Short description of the drawings Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 2 is a diagram showing a lower impact cushion member and a first channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 3 is an exploded view of a lower impact cushion member and a first channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 4 is an exploded view of a lower impact cushion member and a second channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 5 is an exploded view of a cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 6 is a side cross-sectional view of a lower impact cushion member and channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 7 is a central cross-sectional view of a lower impact cushion member and a channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 8 is a cross-sectional view of the driver's seat side of a cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 9 is a central cross-sectional view of the cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention; Fig. 10 is a cross-sectional view of the passenger seat side of the cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention; and Fig. 11 is a diagram showing the sealing structure of a duct cover according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed description of the invention

[0019] Although the present invention is susceptible to various modifications, the following detailed descriptions and drawings focus on preferred embodiments for the sake of clarity. However, these embodiments are not intended to limit the invention, and it should be understood that the embodiments include all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives within the spirit and scope of the invention. Detailed descriptions of known technologies may be omitted so as not to obscure the subject matter of the present invention.

[0020] Terms like "first," "second," etc., may be used to describe different components, but the components should not be limited by these terms. The terms are used only to distinguish one component from another.

[0021] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. The singular forms are intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Throughout this application, terms such as "comprising" or "having" indicate the presence of the features, numbers, steps, acts, components, or parts recited in the specification without excluding the presence or possibility of one or more other features, numbers, steps, acts, components, or parts, or combinations thereof.

[0022] Throughout this specification, the term "connected" does not only mean that two or more components are directly connected, but also includes indirect connections via intermediate components, electrical connections, and cases where components are referred to by different names based on their location or function but are considered as a whole.

[0023] Furthermore, when a component is described as being formed or positioned "on top of or below" another component, "on top of" or "below" can encompass not only cases where two components are in direct contact with each other, but also cases where one or more other components are formed or positioned between the two components. Furthermore, when expressed as "on top of" or "below" it can encompass not only the upward direction but also the downward direction relative to a single component.

[0024] Hereinafter, the cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein identical or corresponding components are assigned the same reference numerals and repeated descriptions are omitted.

[0025] Recently, special-purpose vehicles (PBVs) have gained significant importance in research and development. Unlike conventional vehicles, PBVs are specifically designed for a specific purpose and the vehicle is optimized for that function. One example of this is a cargo delivery vehicle.

[0026] Due to the unique internal structure of PBVs compared to conventional vehicles, additional functions can be integrated into the cockpit module within the vehicle to increase passenger comfort. Due to its large volume in front of the vehicle, which is caused by the housing of air conditioning and steering components, the cockpit module is the focus of research to reduce its size to create more usable space for passengers.

[0027] Open storage compartments, often found in conventional vehicles, can be mounted on top of the cockpit module, but their low height and sloping side walls often cause items stored within to fall out.

[0028] The present invention aims to provide a cockpit module 1 that facilitates object storage by increasing the available space for forming a storage compartment 22 in the cockpit module 1, thus ensuring convenient object storage. Hereinafter, the direction toward the front of the vehicle is referred to as the front, and the direction toward the rear of the vehicle is referred to as the rear.

[0029] Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] With reference to Fig. 1, the cockpit module 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention may comprise a lower impact cushioning element 10 connected to the air conditioning system, an upper impact cushioning element 20 coupled to the lower impact cushioning element 10, and a first air conditioning duct 70 formed integrally with the lower impact cushioning element 10.

[0031] The impact cushions 10 and 20 can be divided into upper and lower elements, as described above, and the upper element 20 and the lower element 10 of the impact cushion can be assembled to form the exterior of the cockpit module 1. Air conditioning units and ducts extending from the air conditioning units can be arranged on the interior of the impact cushions 10 and 20, and in the present invention, the ducts can be formed integrally with the impact cushions 10 and 20.

[0032] The upper impact cushioning element 20 forms the upper boundary of the cockpit module 1, and a tray 22 may be formed on the upper impact cushioning element 20. A tray 22 may be recessed relative to an upper surface of the upper element 20 such that, when the upper element 20 is coupled to the lower element 10, the tray 22 extends downward toward the lower element 10 and / or the first air conditioning duct 70. Although it is illustrated that two trays 22 are formed in this embodiment, there is no limitation on the number of trays 22, and it is also possible to provide trays 22 of a different size and number than those shown in Fig. 1. The interior of the cockpit module 1 may be equipped with a passenger airbag 60. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the passenger airbag 60 is located on the right side. Storage compartments 22 may be provided in the lateral space of the passenger airbag 60.

[0033] Although illustrated as an open design in this embodiment, the type of shelves 22 is not limited. Therefore, it is also possible to attach doors to the top of the shelves 22 to enable opening and closing by hinges pivoting from one side of the shelves 22. Alternatively, the doors may slide horizontally from the top of the shelves 22 to the inside or outside of the impact cushions 10 and 20 to open and close the shelves 22.

[0034] The cockpit module 1 is provided in the front interior of the vehicle, and passengers can use the upper space of the cockpit module 1. The storage compartments 22 are provided on the upper impact cushion member 20 so that passengers can store items in the storage compartments 22. In situations such as rapid acceleration or sudden stop of the vehicle, items stored in the storage compartment 22 may move within the storage compartment 22 due to inertia. In such cases, there is a risk that stored items may jump out of the storage compartment 22 if the side walls of the storage compartments 22 have a slight incline or the depth of the storage compartment 22 is shallow.

[0035] To avoid the above-mentioned problem, in this embodiment, the depth of the tray 22 is increased, and the side walls of the tray 22 are formed at a vertical or near-vertical angle, thereby preventing items stored in the trays 22 from falling outward. Such a configuration of the trays 22 can be implemented by integrating the air conditioning duct and the impact cushions 10 and 20. The configuration of the cockpit module 1 and the structural characteristics will be described in detail below.

[0036] Fig. 2 is a diagram showing a lower impact cushion member and a first channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Fig. 3 is an exploded view of a lower impact cushion member and a first channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] With reference to Fig. 2 and Fig. 3, the lower impact cushion member 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a channel groove 12 formed with a downward recess. One side of the channel groove 12 may include a hole 14 configured for connection to the air conditioning unit, while the other side may include an outlet configured for expelling air toward the passenger seat side. In this embodiment, it can be observed that the hole 14 configured for connection to the air conditioning unit is formed in the center of the channel groove 12.

[0038] The upper part of the duct groove 12 can accommodate the first duct cover 30. The space enclosed by the duct groove 12 and the first duct cover 30 forms the first air conditioning duct 70, which extends from the air conditioning unit to the outlet. That is, the first air conditioning duct 70 can be formed integrally with the lower impact cushion member 10.

[0039] The first duct cover 30, which is mounted on the lower impact cushion member 10, may be shaped to conform to the shape of the duct groove 12. The first duct cover 30 may cover the open upper part of the duct groove 12 to form the first air conditioning duct 70. The first duct cover 30 may be positioned on the same plane as the portion of the lower impact cushion member 10 that is not recessed downward, that is, the portion where the duct groove 12 is not formed. That is, when the first duct cover 30 is mounted on the lower impact cushion member 10, the first duct cover 30 and the lower impact cushion member 10, which are positioned around the periphery of the first duct cover 30, may be aligned on the same plane without height differences, thereby forming a flat surface and ensuring sufficient space.

[0040] The top of the first air conditioning duct 70 may be formed as an open space. As shown in Fig. 2 and Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the portion in which the first air conditioning duct 70 is formed corresponds to the recessed side of the lower impact cushioning member 10, since the lower impact cushioning member 10 is at least partially recessed downward. The first air conditioning duct 70 is formed at the bottom of the recessed portion, and the upper part of the first air conditioning duct 70 may remain as an empty space. For example, a space above the air conditioning duct 70 and / or the first duct cover 30 may be recessed with respect to an upper surface of the lower impact cushioning member 10, so that one or more components (e.g., the upper impact cushioning member 20) can be at least partially positioned therein.

[0041] Due to the open space at the top of the first air conditioning duct 70, the upper impact cushion member 20 can be fixed to the top of the first air conditioning duct 70, thereby forming the shelves 22 deep on the upper impact cushion member 20.

[0042] The first air conditioning duct 70 may correspond to a ventilation duct that discharges air from the cockpit module 1 in the direction in which passengers are located in the vehicle, as shown in the Fig. 1 to 3. That is, the outlet of the first air conditioning duct 70 may be opened from the cockpit module 1 on the passenger seat side. In this embodiment, there are a total of four outlets, two of which are positioned in the center and two on the sides. The first air conditioning duct 70 is not limited in shape, and it is possible to form a first air conditioning duct 70 with a shape different from this embodiment by changing the shape of the duct groove 12 and the corresponding first duct cover 30.

[0043] The lower impact cushioning element 10 can be divided into two regions formed with a step. From this perspective, it can therefore be assumed that the cockpit module 1 according to another embodiment of the present invention comprises a lower impact cushioning element 10 divided into a second region 10a located at the front of the vehicle and a first region 10b located behind the second region 10a.

[0044] The first region 10b and the second region 10a of the lower impact cushioning member 10 are connected via a connecting portion 10c, and the second region 10a may be positioned above the first region 10b at a predetermined pitch. The first region 10b corresponds to the recessed part of the lower impact cushioning member 10, where the channel groove 12 may be formed. Thus, the first channel cover 30 may be mounted on the upper part of the first region 10b, and the first channel cover 30 and the first region 10b may be positioned on the same plane. The space in which the upper impact cushioning member 20 is formed on the upper part of the first region 10b may be formed due to the step between the first region 10b and the second region 10a.

[0045] Fig. 4 is an exploded view of a lower impact cushion member and a second channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] With reference to Fig. 4, in one embodiment of the present invention, a second duct cover 40 may be disposed on the lower impact cushion member 10 to form a second air conditioning duct 80. A windshield is disposed at the front of the cockpit module 1, on which frost may form due to temperature differences between the interior and exterior of the vehicle and the humidity inside the vehicle. To prevent this, a defrost duct and an outlet that discharges air toward the windshield may be provided at the front of the cockpit module 1. By adjusting the temperature of the windshield with air discharged from the defrost outlet, the formation of frost can be prevented.

[0047] As in Fig. 4, the second duct cover 40 is formed in a shape similar to the letter T. The second air conditioning duct 80 is also similarly shaped to incorporate a centrally discharged defroster duct 42 and side hose lines 44 that expel air toward the sides of the vehicle.

[0048] Therefore, a separate air conditioning duct can be provided at the front of the cockpit module 1. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the second duct cover 40 may be attached to the front bottom surface of the lower impact cushion member 10, and the portion surrounded by the lower impact cushion member 10 and the second duct cover 40 may form the second air conditioning duct 80. The portion where the second air conditioning duct 80 is formed may be positioned in front of the empty space formed at the upper part of the first air conditioning duct 70. That is, the lower impact cushion member 10 may be divided into two regions formed with a step.

[0049] In particular, the second air conditioning duct 80 may be formed below the second region 10a. Since the second region 10a is arranged with a step compared to the first region 10b, the lower part of the second region 10a may remain as an empty space. In this section, the second air conditioning duct 80 may be formed to communicate with the air conditioner and provide a flow path for air. The second duct cover 40 may be mounted on the underside of the second region 10a, and the area surrounded by the second duct cover 40, the second region 10a, and the connecting portion 10c may form the second air conditioning duct 80.

[0050] Since the top of the first air-conditioning duct 70 may be formed as an empty space, the adjacent portion in front of this space may also be provided as an empty space, accommodating the second air-conditioning duct 80. The second duct cover 40 may be mounted on the lower impact cushion member 10 in the opposite direction to the first duct cover 30. The second air-conditioning duct 80 may be formed integrally with the lower impact cushion member 10, and similar to the duct groove 12 constituting the first air-conditioning duct 70, a groove similar to the duct groove 12 may be formed on the lower impact cushion member 10. Alternatively, the second duct cover 40 may be formed in a shape that extends the groove downwardly in a recessed manner, thereby enabling the formation of the air-conditioning duct without forming a separate groove on the lower impact cushion member 10.

[0051] Fig. 5 is an exploded view of a cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] With reference to Fig. 5, the cockpit module 1 in an embodiment of the present invention, from top to bottom based on Fig. 5, the upper impact cushion element 20, the first duct cover 30, the lower impact cushion element 10, the second duct cover 40 and the air outlet 50.

[0053] Each component of the cockpit module 1 can be assembled vertically, and to achieve this, the molds for each component can be arranged and removed vertically during the manufacturing process. The lower impact cushion member 10 is designed to have a predetermined pitch, and the channel groove 12 formed on the lower impact cushion member 10 can be created by molds removed vertically from the top surface. Furthermore, the space formed on the top surface of the first air conditioning duct 70 can also be created with vertically arranged and removed molds to implement side walls formed with a large depth and nearly vertical angles where the upper impact cushion member 20 can be placed.

[0054] The shape of the trays 22 formed on the upper impact cushioning member 20 can also be obtained by placing and then removing molds during the molding of the upper impact cushioning member 20. The mold corresponding to the shape of the tray 22 can be placed and removed vertically, thereby ensuring the volume and great depth of the tray 22.

[0055] Fig. 6 is a side cross-sectional view of a lower impact cushion member and a channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Fig. 7 is a central cross-sectional view of a lower impact cushion member and a channel cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] Fig. 6 and Fig. 7 are diagrams showing the lower portion 10 of the impact pad, the first channel cover 30 and the second channel cover 40 arranged along the Fig. 1 shown line AA and line BB are intersected.

[0057] Fig. 6 shows the cross section along the line AA from Fig. 1. With reference to Fig. 6, the lower impact cushion element 10 is divided into two areas by a step, the front of the left side and the back of the right side based on Fig. 6. At the front, the second duct cover 40 is mounted to form the second air conditioning duct 80. At the rear, the duct groove 12 is formed by being recessed by the lower impact cushion member 10, and the first duct cover 30 is mounted on top of the duct groove 12 to form the first air conditioning duct 70.

[0058] An air outlet 50 may be provided on the outlet side of the first air conditioning duct 70. Line AA represents the position where the vehicle interior-facing air outlet is located, and the air outlet 50 may be combined with the lower impact cushion member 10 and the first duct cover 30.

[0059] The Fig. The first air conditioning duct 70 shown in Figure 6 may be a ventilation duct that discharges air to the side of the cabin. The second air conditioning duct 80 may be a section that discharges air to the front of the vehicle through the side hose line 44.

[0060] The lower impact cushioning element 10 may include the first region 10b and the second region 10a arranged in a step. The first region 10b and the second region 10a may be connected via a connecting portion 10c. That is, the lower impact cushioning element 10 may correspond to a combination of the first region 10b, the second region 10a, and the connecting portion 10c.

[0061] The first region 10b is arranged at the rear of the cockpit module 1 and can be recessed at a predetermined step relative to the second region 10a. The channel groove 12 can be recessed downward in the first region 10b. The first channel cover 30 can be mounted in the first region 10b to form the first air conditioning channel 70.

[0062] The second area 10a is located at the front of the cockpit module 1. The bottom of the second area 10a can remain as an empty space. Therefore, the second duct cover 40 can be placed in this space to form the second air conditioning duct 80. Fig. 6 shows the side of the cockpit module 1 where the side hose line 44 is located, which branches off air to the side. Thus, the section surrounded by the second duct cover 40 and the second area 10a forms the second air conditioning duct 80.

[0063] Fig. 7 shows the cross section along the line BB from Fig. 1. With reference to Fig. 7, the lower impact cushion member 10 may be divided into two sections arranged with a step, and a channel groove 12 may be formed by recessing downward. Line BB corresponds to the center side of the cockpit module 1, and a hole 14 may be formed in the channel groove 12 to enable connection to the air conditioning system. Air from the air conditioning unit flows into this section, so the width of the channel groove 12 may be formed wider compared to the side section, and accordingly, the first channel cover 30 may also be formed wider.

[0064] Based on Fig. 7 corresponds to the left side of the front of the vehicle, where the second air conditioning duct 80 may be formed. This section may also be formed with an open side to connect it to the air conditioning system. A hole 16 may be formed in the lower impact cushion element 10 to discharge air toward the windshield.

[0065] The second air conditioning duct 80 may be formed surrounded by the lower impact cushion member 10 and the second duct cover 40. The lower impact cushion member 10 may be divided into the second region 10a and the connecting portion 10c, and the space enclosed by the second region 10a, the connecting portion 10c, and the second duct cover 40 may correspond to the second air conditioning duct 80. Since the second air conditioning duct 80 also communicates with the air conditioning unit via the central portion 42, the width of the central portion 42 may be larger, while the side hose line 44 may be narrower.

[0066] The lower impact cushioning element 10 may include the first region 10b and the second region 10a arranged in a step, wherein the first region 10b and the second region 10a are connected via the connecting portion 10c. That is, the lower impact cushioning element 10 may correspond to a combination of the first region 10b, the second region 10a, and the connecting portion 10c.

[0067] Fig. Figure 7 illustrates the center of the cockpit module, where holes communicating with the air conditioning unit may be formed in the lower part of the second area 10a and the lower part of the first area 10b. Therefore, the first air conditioning duct 70 and the second air conditioning duct 80 may be wider in this section.

[0068] The second duct cover 40 is arranged below the second region 10a, and it is important to make the cross-sectional area of ​​the second air conditioning duct 80 wider to ensure the amount of incoming air. This can be achieved by utilizing the empty space formed below the second region 10a, wherein the second air conditioning duct 80 can be formed enclosed by the second region 10a, the connecting portion 10c, and the second duct cover 40. This has the advantage of fully utilizing the space formed below the second region 10a. A hole 16 can be formed in the second region 10a to discharge air toward the windshield.

[0069] Fig. 8 is a cross-sectional view of the driver's seat side of a cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention, Fig. 9 is a central cross-sectional view of the cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention and Fig. 10 is a cross-sectional view of the passenger seat side of the cockpit module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0070] With reference to Fig. 1, storage compartments 22 are formed on the driver's seat and central sides of the cockpit module 1, while an airbag 60 is positioned on the passenger seat side, which means that no storage compartment 22 is formed on the passenger seat side. Fig. 8 to 10 show cross sections of the areas in which the air outlet 50 of the first air conditioning duct 70 is not formed.

[0071] With reference to Fig. 8, the upper impact cushion element 20 can be mounted on the lower impact cushion element 10. Fig. 8 illustrates the driver's seat side, where a tray 22 may be formed on the upper impact cushion member 20. The tray 22 may be shaped to occupy the space above the first air conditioning duct 70.

[0072] The shelf 22 can be formed in a downwardly sloping shape, so that both side walls are formed almost vertically or even completely vertically. A recess in the shelf 22 with the side walls formed at an angle almost vertically can prevent items stored in the shelf 22 from falling out.

[0073] The entrance side of the tray 22 may be arranged on the same level as the lower impact cushioning element 10. More specifically, the lower impact cushioning element 10 includes the first region 10b and the second region 10a formed with a step, and the entrance of the tray 22 may be arranged on the same level as the higher second region 10a. The entrance of the tray 22 may be provided on top of the lower first region 10b.

[0074] The first region 10b and the second region 10a are connected via a connecting portion 10c, and the depth of the shelf 22 may correspond to the length of the connecting portion 10c, i.e., the step distance between the first region 10b and the second region 10a. The side walls of the shelf 22 may be shaped to contact the connecting portion 10c or be parallel to the connecting portion 10c. Therefore, the connecting portion 10c may also be arranged at a vertical or nearly vertical angle.

[0075] Fig. Figure 9 shows a cross-section corresponding to the middle side. A shelf 22 is also formed on the middle side, and the shelf 22 is in Fig. 9. The center side is formed with larger widths for the first air conditioning duct 70 and the second air conditioning duct 80, which are formed integrally with the lower impact cushion member 10 and fill the empty space as much as possible.

[0076] The lower impact cushion member 10, which is divided by a step into the first region 10b and the second region 10a, allows the tray 22 to be placed on top of the first region 10b, while the channel groove 12 is formed by being recessed downward in the first region 10b and covered by the first channel cover 30 to form the first air conditioning channel 70. The second air conditioning channel 80 is formed by placing the second channel cover 40 on the underside of the second region 10a.

[0077] Fig. Figure 10 shows a cross-section corresponding to the passenger seat side. This section corresponds to the cross-section along the line CC in Fig. 1. An airbag module 60 can be installed on the passenger seat side within the cockpit module 1. The airbag 60 can be deployed by cutting open the airbag door molded on the impact cushion. Therefore, the airbag module 60 can be placed in the space where the storage compartment 22 is molded on the driver's seat and center side. This means that a separate storage compartment 22 cannot be molded on the passenger side.

[0078] Fig. 11 is a diagram showing the sealing structure of a duct cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0079] The first duct cover 30 is assembled with the lower impact cushion member 10 to form the first air conditioning duct 70. In this case, to prevent air from leaking between the lower impact cushion member 10 and the first duct cover 30, a sealing structure may be applied to the mounting portion of the first duct cover 30 and the lower impact cushion member 10.

[0080] Part (a) of Fig. 11 shows the portion where the air outlet 50 is formed. At one end of the first duct cover 30, a protrusion is formed that projects in the direction in which the lower impact cushion member 10 is placed, and a corresponding recess may be formed on the lower impact cushion member 10. The protrusion can be inserted into the corresponding recess, thereby enabling the first duct cover 30 to be mounted on the lower impact cushion member 10. The protrusion may be formed to protrude at least partially so that the protruding portion is connected to the lower impact cushion member 10 in a line-contacting structure. The lower impact cushion member 10 and the first duct cover 30 are spaced apart from each other with a narrow gap to prevent air leakage.

[0081] The other end of the first duct cover 30 may be connected to the air outlet 50. The other end of the first duct cover 30 may be assembled such that at least a portion thereof is inserted into the air outlet 50. The air outlet 50 may be inserted and secured between the end of the lower impact cushion member 10 and the end of the first duct cover 30.

[0082] Parts (b) and (c) of Fig. 11 are enlarged views of the connection between the first channel cover 30 and the lower impact cushion element 10 in Fig. 8 and Fig. 9. Since there is no air outlet 50 in this area, both ends of the first duct cover 30 are fixed to the lower impact cushion member 10. In this case, both ends of the first duct cover 30 may be connected to the lower impact cushion member 10 with a structure similar to that in part (a).

[0083] The first channel cover 30 may be provided with a plurality of coupling portions (e.g., sealing structures) formed at regular intervals along its circumference to facilitate the attachment of the first channel cover 30 to the lower impact cushioning element 10 and to prevent air leakage. Similar to the first channel cover 30, the second channel cover 40 may also have a sealing structure for attachment to the lower impact cushioning element 10.

[0084] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a channel groove is formed on the underside of the impact pad, and a channel cover is provided to cover the groove, whereby the impact pad and the air conditioning duct can be integrally formed, a storage space is formed for increased storage capacity, and articles stored therein are prevented from falling out.

[0085] The advantageous effects of this invention are not limited to the foregoing and will be more easily understood by the detailed description of the preferred embodiments of the invention.

[0086] While the foregoing description has focused on particular embodiments of the present invention, it should be understood that those skilled in the art may make various modifications and changes without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the appended claims. Description of reference symbols 10 lower impact cushion element 12 channel groove 20 upper impact cushion element 22 filing 30 first channel cover 40 second channel cover 50 air outlet QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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[0000] KR 10-2024-0073021

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Claims

[1] Cockpit module comprising: a lower impact cushion element connected to an air conditioning unit; an upper impact cushioning element coupled to the lower impact cushioning element; and a first air conditioning duct formed integrally with the lower impact cushion member, wherein the lower impact cushioning element comprises: a recessed duct groove and a first duct cover positioned on a top surface of the duct groove, the recessed duct groove and the first duct cover defining the first air conditioning duct, wherein the upper impact cushion member comprises a recessed shelf and is coupled to the lower impact cushion member such that the shelf is positioned over the first duct cover and the first air conditioning duct. [2] The cockpit module according to claim 1, wherein a coupling portion is formed at a predetermined interval along a circumference of the channel groove, and a position of the first channel cover is fixed by the coupling portion. [3] The cockpit module according to claim 2, wherein the first air conditioning duct includes an air outlet formed at one end thereof, and the first duct cover is fixed through the air outlet at one end thereof. [4] The cockpit module of claim 3, wherein a second duct cover is coupled to the lower impact cushion member and covers a lower portion of the lower impact cushion member, and wherein the second duct cover and the lower impact cushion member define a second air conditioning duct. [5] Cockpit module according to claim 4, wherein the first air conditioning duct is a ventilation duct and the second air conditioning duct comprises a defroster duct and a side hose line. [6] Cockpit module according to claim 5, wherein the tray comprises a side wall that is perpendicular to a bottom surface of the tray. [7] Cockpit module comprising: a lower impact cushion member comprising a second region configured for placement in front of a vehicle, a first region positioned rearward of the second region, and a connecting portion connecting the first and second regions; a first channel cover coupled to the lower impact cushion member; and a second channel cover coupled to the lower impact cushion element, wherein the first region and the second region are offset from each other by a step distance, and wherein the second region is arranged above the first region, the second duct cover is arranged below the second region, and the second duct cover, the second region and the connecting portion define a second air conditioning duct, and wherein the first region includes a recessed duct groove, the first duct cover is positioned over the duct groove in the first region, and the duct groove and the first duct cover define a first air conditioning duct. [8] Cockpit module according to claim 7, wherein the first region receives on its upper surface an upper impact cushioning element, the upper impact cushioning element having a recessed shelf with a depth corresponding to the step distance between the first region and the second region. [9] Cockpit module according to claim 8, wherein the tray comprises a side wall that is perpendicular to a bottom surface of the tray. [10] Cockpit module according to claim 9, wherein the first air conditioning duct is a ventilation duct and the second air conditioning duct comprises a defroster duct and a side hose line.

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