Device for holding objects, especially mobile phones

Abstract

Device for holding objects, in particular mobile phones, in the area of ​​a glove compartment (5') of a vehicle which is provided with a movable flap (5), comprising a holding section (2) and a receiving area (3) for the object which is operatively connected thereto, wherein the holding section (2) is detachably connectable to components (6, 7, 8, 9) of the flap (5) of the glove compartment (5').

Description

The innovation concerns a device for holding objects, especially mobile phones, in the area of ​​a vehicle. DE 10 2026 206 230 A1 discloses a device holder unit for use in a vehicle, comprising a device holder for holding an electronic mobile device, a stowage mechanism for performing a stowage movement of the device holder between a stowage position and a device holding position in a first direction, and a blocking mechanism which blocks the stowage movement from the device holding position when the electronic mobile device is held by the device holder. DE 10 2015 202 254 A1 discloses a storage compartment formed by an upwardly open container, wherein at least one open slot for holding a flat portable electronic display device is formed in the container by arranging at least one elastic prestressing element, the direction of action of which is directed transversely to the insertion direction of the flat portable electronic display device into the receiving slot towards the flat portable electronic display device. Due to the large number of components, such facilities are relatively construction-intensive and therefore expensive. The purpose of the invention is to provide a device for holding objects, in particular mobile phones, inside a vehicle, where alternative mounting areas inside a vehicle can also be used. This objective is achieved by a device for holding objects, in particular mobile phones, in the area of ​​a glove compartment of a vehicle equipped with a movable flap, comprising a holding section and a receiving area for the object operatively connected thereto, wherein the holding section is detachably connectable to components of the glove compartment flap. Advantageous further developments of the subject matter of the innovation can be found in the associated dependent claims. Also placed under protection is a glove compartment of a vehicle equipped with a device according to one or more of claims 1 to 11. The same applies to a vehicle including a glove compartment according to claim 12. The new device can be positioned in the glove compartment area in such a way that the mounting section is attached to a component of the glove compartment flap. Alternatively, the mounting section can be attached to a corner area of ​​the glove compartment components. In both cases, the device is detachable, i.e. removable, and connectable to the glove compartment flap. A key advantage is that the mounting section is designed to match the contour of the component, or more precisely, the corner area of ​​the glove compartment. Many vehicle assemblies feature glove compartments with similarly designed flaps, meaning that only a single, adapted mounting device is required for these assemblies. According to another aspect of the innovation, the object's holding area is movably connected to the mounting bracket via a hinged section. This offers the advantage that the object, especially a mobile phone, can be swiveled in different directions. Since a vehicle's glove compartment is typically located on the passenger side, it is easy to swivel the object, particularly a mobile phone, towards the driver. Furthermore, the receiving area for the object, in particular the mobile phone, may include a magnetic holder, which may be disc-shaped if necessary. In accordance with another aspect of the innovation, the magnetic holder can be designed as an inductive magnetic holder with charging function for mobile phones, tablets or similar electronic devices, in order to enable charging or recharging of the respective item even while the vehicle is in motion. At least the mounting section of the device can be made of carbon fiber and / or reinforced plastic. To enable the production of cost-effective devices, at least the mounting section is manufactured using 3D printing. The invention is illustrated by means of exemplary embodiments in the drawing and is described as follows. Figures 1 and 2 show the invention in different views; Figure 3 shows the invention in conjunction with the flap of a glove compartment (not shown in detail); Figure 4 shows the invention with the glove compartment open; Figure 5 shows an alternative view to Figure 4; Figure 6 shows a partial view of a vehicle dashboard. Figures 1 and 2 show the invention 1 in different views. The invention 1 includes a mounting section 2 and a receiving area 3 for objects not shown, for example, a mobile phone. The receiving area 3 is operatively connected to the mounting section 2 via a hinge section 4. In this embodiment, at least the mounting section 2 is manufactured by 3D printing. The contour of the mounting section 2 is shaped according to the contour of a receiving element, in this example, a glove compartment flap. Fig. 3 shows a schematic diagram of a flap 5 for a glove compartment (not shown in detail) of a vehicle (also not shown in detail). The mounting section 2, the receiving area 3, and the hinge section 4 are visible. In the embodiment according to Fig. 3, the device 1 is attached to a corner area 6 of the flap 5, although alternative positions of the device 1 relative to the flap 5 are also conceivable. A connector 3' for a charging cable (not shown in detail) is located in the receiving area 3. Fig. 4 shows a simplified glove compartment 5' for a vehicle not shown in detail. The glove compartment 5' includes the flap 5 shown in Fig. 3, which consists of various wall sections formed by components 7, 8, and 9. Analogous to Fig. 3, the device 1 is attached to a corner area 6 of the flap 5. Within manufacturing tolerances, it is possible to create an effective, detachable connection between the device 1 and the flap 5 such that the device 1 remains firmly in place in the corner area 6 even when the flap 5 is open. Fig. 5 shows a slightly modified design compared to Fig. 4. The mounting section 2, the receiving area 3, and the hinge section 4 are also visible here. Analogous to Fig. 4, the device 1 is positioned in a corner area 6 of the glove compartment door 5'. A locking element 10 is provided in one of the wall sections 7 of the door 5, by means of which the glove compartment door 5' can be closed against the dashboard (not shown). This locking element 10 is designed as a catch and, when the door 5 is closed, engages in a corresponding profile in the dashboard. If such locking elements 10 are provided, the corresponding area 11 of the mounting section 2 is provided with a corresponding recess 12. This measure provides an additional safety feature to prevent the device 1 from accidentally falling off the door 5. In this example, the receiving area 3 includes a magnetic holder 13 that is approximately disc-shaped and is advantageously equipped as an inductive magnetic holder with charging function for mobile phones, tablets or similar electronic devices. Fig. 6 shows a simplified dashboard 14 of a vehicle not shown in detail. The closed flap 5 of a glove compartment 5' is visible. The device 1, consisting of mounting section 2 and receiving area 3, is attached to the corner area 6 of the flap 5. Reference symbol list 1 Installation 2 Mounting section 3 Receiving area 3' Connection socket 4 Hinged section 5 Flap 5' Glove compartment 6 Corner area 7 Wall section (component) 8 Wall section (component) 9 Wall section (component) 10 Locking element 11 Mounting section area 12 Recess 13 Magnetic holder 14 Dashboard 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 2026 206 230 A1

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Claims

Device for holding objects, in particular mobile phones, in the area of ​​a glove compartment (5') of a vehicle which is provided with a movable flap (5), comprising a holding section (2) and a receiving area (3) for the object which is operatively connected thereto, wherein the holding section (2) is detachably connectable to components (6, 7, 8, 9) of the flap (5) of the glove compartment (5'). Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the mounting section (2) can be attached to a component (7, 8, 9) of the flap (5) of the glove compartment (5'). Device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the mounting section (2) can be attached in a corner area (6) of the components (7, 8) of the glove compartment (5'). Device according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the retaining section (2) is designed to conform to the respective contour of the component (7, 8, 9) or the corner area (6) of the glove compartment (5'). Device according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the receiving area (3) for the object is movably connected to the holding section (2) via a joint section (4). Device according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the receiving area (3) for the object includes a magnetic holder (13). Device according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the magnetic holder (13) is approximately disc-shaped. Device according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the magnetic holder (13) is designed as an inductive magnetic holder with charging function for the respective object, in particular mobile phones, tablets or similar electronic devices. Device according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that a connection socket (3') for a charging cable is provided in the connection area (3) or in the magnetic holder (13). Device according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that at least the mounting section (2) of the device (1) is made of carbon and / or a reinforced plastic. Device according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that at least the mounting section (2) of the device (1) is manufactured by 3D printing. Glove compartment of a vehicle, equipped with a device (1) according to one or more of claims 1 to 11. Vehicle comprising a glove compartment (5') according to claim 12.

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