Technical concept for equipping a commercial vehicle cab with multiple fixtures

Abstract

The invention relates to a commercial vehicle cab having multiple fixtures. The invention also relates to a method for equipping a commercial vehicle cab with multiple fixtures, and to a modular equipment kit for a cab of a commercial vehicle. The commercial vehicle cab (1) comprises a retaining device (2) which is fastened internally to a rear wall (3) of the commercial vehicle cab (1). Furthermore, the commercial vehicle cab (1) comprises multiple fixtures (4) which are mounted in a vertically movable manner on the retaining device (2), wherein a vertical spacing (5) of the fixtures (4) from one another is variable. This affords the particular advantage that the individual fixtures can be put at the right height for use by being moved vertically. The modules that are not required (in the current use situation) can be shifted downward or upward out of the way. Advantageously, the interior configuration of the commercial vehicle cab can be adapted quickly and easily to different use situations by adapting the vertical arrangement of the fixtures.

Description

[0001] Technology for equipping a commercial vehicle cabin with several furnishings

[0002] Description

[0003] The invention relates to a commercial vehicle cabin with multiple furnishings. The invention further relates to a method for equipping a commercial vehicle cabin with multiple furnishings, as well as to a modular equipment kit for a commercial vehicle cabin.

[0004] The commercial vehicle cab (driver's cab) of a commercial vehicle, preferably a truck, serves the driver, especially on long journeys, not only for controlling the commercial vehicle but also typically as a rest area during rest and break periods. Such truck driver's cabs typically comprise a front and a rear area. The front area houses a driver's seat, one or more passenger seats, and a cockpit area for operating the commercial vehicle. The rear area of ​​the driver's cab serves as a rest area, e.g., when the vehicle is not in driving mode. This area typically houses additional furnishings for non-driving purposes, such as a bed, storage solutions, etc.

[0005] However, existing solutions have only presented these non-driving-specific applications in a manageable and reduced manner. This is primarily due to the limited space in the driver's cab and the need to design any solutions that are foldable (e.g., as a folding table on the passenger side), foldable, or otherwise stowable. Furthermore, care must be taken to ensure that furnishings are adequately secured while driving and do not pose a safety risk.

[0006] The invention is therefore based on the object of providing an improved technology for equipping a commercial vehicle cabin with several furnishings, with which disadvantages of previous solutions can be avoided or at least reduced.

[0007] The problem is solved by the features of the independent claims. Advantageous further developments are specified in the dependent claims and the description.

[0008] A first general aspect of the present disclosure relates to a commercial vehicle cab. The commercial vehicle cab is preferably a driver's cab of a truck. The commercial vehicle cab comprises a holding device that is fastened internally to a rear wall of the commercial vehicle cab. Furthermore, the commercial vehicle cab comprises a plurality of furnishings that are mounted vertically movable on the holding device, wherein a vertical distance between the furnishings is variable. In other words, the plurality of furnishings are arranged one above the other on the rear wall, mounted vertically movable along the rear wall, and further mounted vertically movable relative to one another.

[0009] This offers the particular advantage that the individual furnishings can be moved vertically to the correct height for use. Modules that are not required (in the current usage situation) can be pushed down or up out of the way. The interior configuration of the commercial vehicle cab can be advantageously adapted quickly and easily to different usage situations by adjusting the vertical arrangement of the furnishings. Because the individual furnishings do not have to be folded away or stowed in a compartment, but can be "stowed" in their entirety by moving vertically, they can be dimensioned larger than previously known in practice and therefore do not have to reflect their specific application in a reduced manner, but can preferably be designed as complete furnishing modules without having to make compromises in size and / or functionality.

[0010] A commercial vehicle cab in this case describes the driver's cab of a commercial vehicle, such as a truck, in which the driving personnel may be on the road for several days. Furnishings refer to devices for non-driving applications for use by the driver, for example for leisure activities, cooking or sleeping. Different types of furnishings can be combined in a modular manner as required. The individual furnishings can therefore also be referred to as furnishing modules. If the driver wishes to use one of the furnishings, they can move the relevant furnishing to a vertical position suitable for use. The other furnishings not currently in use can be moved upwards or downwards if required.be moved downwards out of the way so that the selected piece of furniture can be used. The vertical distance between the pieces of furniture can be changed by moving adjacent pieces of furniture vertically relative to one another. According to a further advantageous embodiment, the holding device for holding the pieces of furniture comprises at least one rail (guide rail) running vertically along the rear wall, along which rail the pieces of furniture can be moved linearly. Preferably, the holding device comprises two such rails running vertically along the rear wall. The use of rails makes it particularly easy to combine different pieces of furniture with one another as required by attaching the desired pieces of furniture to the rail(s).In addition, the use of rails allows for easy vertical movement of the furnishings without the furnishings becoming jammed.

[0011] In a further embodiment, the furnishings are arranged and / or can be arranged stacked one above the other. Additionally or alternatively, the furnishings can have a rectangular cross-section. For example, the furnishings can have a rectangular cross-section in a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction. The essentially rectangular cross-section of the commercial vehicle cab can thus be utilized particularly efficiently.

[0012] In a further embodiment, by vertically moving the furnishings, preferably relative to one another, one of the furnishings can be moved into a use position and the others into a stowed position. The use position can preferably be set differently for each piece of furniture. For example, the use position for a resting facility can be set lower than the use position of a worktop. Furthermore, the use position can preferably be set individually for a specific driver. This allows for particularly ergonomic use of the furnishings while simultaneously making optimal use of the available space in the commercial vehicle cab.

[0013] According to a further embodiment, the furnishings comprise at least two furnishings that have substantially the same length and / or width, preferably in cross-section in a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction. In this way, the limited space in the commercial vehicle cab can be utilized particularly space-efficiently, since the furnishings can be designed to be as large as possible without blocking additional space in the commercial vehicle cab. Additionally or alternatively, the furnishings comprise at least two furnishings that extend over more than 2 / 3 of a width, preferably over substantially the entire width of the commercial vehicle cab. The furnishings thus extend over at least 2 / 3 of the rear wall of the commercial vehicle cab, so that the available space in the commercial vehicle cab can be utilized optimally.

[0014] In a further advantageous embodiment, the furnishings comprise at least one of the following furnishings: a resting area, preferably a bed, a worktop, preferably a work table, a cooking module, preferably comprising an induction cooker, and a storage module, preferably comprising a storage container. These furnishings cover the most important non-driving-specific usage scenarios. Important equipment modules for space utilization can thus be provided for variable use at a single location in the commercial vehicle cab or on a mounting device.

[0015] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the commercial vehicle cab can further comprise a non-vertically movable floor module arranged below the plurality of vertically movable furnishings. The floor area of ​​the commercial vehicle cab is generally ergonomically unsuitable for typical "manually operated" tasks, such as cooking, eating, or writing. This area is therefore particularly suitable for the installation of furnishings or furnishing modules that should not be moved vertically. At the same time, the floor module can advantageously serve as a support or base for a movable furnishing module arranged above it, e.g., a bed.

[0016] Additionally or alternatively, the commercial vehicle cab may further include a non-vertically movable ceiling module located above the multiple vertically movable fixtures. Just like the floor area, the ceiling area is ergonomically unsuitable for typical manual tasks. Accordingly, a non-movable module can be arranged in this area without obstructing the vertically movable fixtures located below.

[0017] Preferably, the floor module and / or the ceiling module can comprise a storage container. The floor and / or ceiling area is particularly advantageously suited as storage space. Furthermore, the floor module and / or the ceiling module can optionally comprise a refrigerator. In a further preferred embodiment, the furnishings comprise a resting facility, preferably a bed, which is arranged above a non-vertically movable floor module. Furthermore, the furnishings comprise a worktop, preferably a work table, which is arranged above the resting facility. Furthermore, the furnishings comprise a cooking module arranged above the worktop. This combination and vertical arrangement of these furnishings is particularly well suited to satisfying the driver's basic everyday needs during his rest periods.The specific arrangement of the furnishings offers a particularly practical use of the available space. For example, the ergonomically difficult-to-reach floor area can be used as storage space, and the worktop can shield the waste heat from the cooking module from the resting area.

[0018] According to a preferred embodiment, the resting device rests on the floor module in a use position. The floor module can advantageously also serve as a support for the resting device, so that its suspension on the support device does not have to bear the entire weight of the resting device, including a person lying on it.

[0019] When not resting on the floor module, the resting device can expose a storage space in the floor module. The storage space of the floor module can be designed like a box or chest, with a storage space closed at the bottom and sides, which is open at the top and closed by the resting module arranged above it when it rests on the floor module.

[0020] Especially when installed at floor level, a storage compartment with an open top can be ergonomically advantageous, as the driver can easily see and reach into the storage compartment without having to step onto the floor. Furthermore, a storage compartment with enclosed sides can be beneficial for driving safety. For example, with a side-opening cabinet, the cabinet door could open during an abrupt braking maneuver, causing items stored inside to fall out. The chest-like design of the storage compartment can effectively prevent this.

[0021] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the pieces of furniture each have a locking mechanism by means of which the pieces of furniture can be secured in a set vertical position. The vertical position can be, for example, a usage position or a storage position. Locking the pieces of furniture secures the pieces of furniture against accidental changes in their vertical position. This can prevent pieces of furniture from colliding with each other when this is not desired. Furthermore, safety for a user can be increased, as a locking mechanism can prevent the user from unexpectedly becoming trapped between two pieces of furniture or from the piece of furniture in use from sagging downwards if the user consciously or unconsciously leans on it.The locking mechanism can preferably be designed to allow continuous vertical movement and positioning of the furnishings. Alternatively, the locking mechanism can be designed to allow positioning and locking of the furnishings in discrete vertical positions.

[0022] Additionally or alternatively, the furnishings can be moved vertically by means of a manual operation. A manual operation can be, for example, a crank, a lever, a cable pull, or a handle. Preferably, a support mechanism can be provided to facilitate the vertical movement, for example a pneumatic, hydraulic, or spring-based support mechanism (support device). This enables the driver to move the furnishings into the desired vertical position without having to exert excessive force. In this way, ergonomics and safety during use can be improved, as the risk of the furnishings falling during the vertical movement is prevented. In particular, heavier furnishings, such as a cooking module or a storage module, can be moved safely in this way.

[0023] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the furnishings arranged directly above one another in the vertical direction can be moved vertically relative to one another into a position in which they abut one another, preferably in a stacked manner. Adjacent to one another means that two furnishings adjacent to one another in the vertical direction touch on their facing sides. In this way, any furnishings can be arranged above one another in such a way that they take up as little space as possible, e.g., when stored.

[0024] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the commercial vehicle cab further comprises a drive for vertically moving the furnishings. Furthermore, the commercial vehicle cab can have an operating element for selecting one of several configurations of the furnishing rods, wherein the configurations each define the desired positions in the vertical direction of the furnishings for a usage situation associated with the configuration. In addition, the commercial vehicle cab comprises a control device that is or can be connected to the drive and the operating element and is designed to control the drive in response to a selection of a configuration of the furnishings made by means of the operating element such that the furnishings are automatically moved vertically into desired positions associated with the selected configuration.The control element can preferably comprise a switch, a touch-sensitive surface of a screen, and / or a voice-based control element. The target positions can preferably be individually defined by a driver to enable particularly ergonomic use of the furnishings. The use of a drive offers the possibility of particularly ergonomic and comfortable vertical movement of the furnishings. Predefined target positions eliminate the need to redetermine suitable vertical positions of the individual furnishings each time. Furthermore, depending on the configuration, a single operating action may be sufficient to move all furnishings to the correspondingly intended vertical position.Depending on the drive design, all furnishings can be moved vertically simultaneously, allowing the intended configuration to be reached particularly quickly. The drive can be implemented, for example, as an electric drive, e.g., with an electric motor.

[0025] A further aspect of the present disclosure relates to a commercial vehicle, preferably a truck, comprising a commercial vehicle cab as described herein. The commercial vehicle is particularly preferably a truck or a tractor unit.

[0026] According to a further general aspect of the present disclosure, a method for equipping a commercial vehicle cab, preferably a commercial vehicle cab as described herein, is provided.

[0027] The method comprises the step of providing a commercial vehicle cabin having a holding device which is fastened to the inside of a rear wall of the commercial vehicle cabin. The method further comprises the step of providing a modular system comprising a plurality of different furnishings which can be mounted vertically displaceably on the holding device. The modular system can comprise a plurality of the furnishings as described in this document. The modular system can comprise different furnishings (furnishing modules), such as a resting facility, a worktop, a cooking module, etc. Furthermore, the modular system can comprise different variants of a specific furnishing (furnishing module), e.g. different variants of the resting module.

[0028] Finally, the method comprises selecting at least one piece of furniture from the modular system and holding the selected at least one piece of furniture on the holding device in order to arrange the selected at least one piece of furniture in a movable manner on the holding device.

[0029] Accordingly, the modular system allows a commercial vehicle cab to be equipped modularly and flexibly, depending on the desired equipment configuration. Retrofitting or reconfiguring a commercial vehicle cab is also possible efficiently and easily.

[0030] According to a further aspect of the present disclosure, a modular equipment kit for a driver's cab of a commercial vehicle is provided. The modular equipment kit comprises a holding device that can be fastened to the inside of a rear wall of the commercial vehicle cab, and a modular kit that includes a plurality of equipment rods that can be mounted vertically displaceably on the holding device, such that a vertical distance between the equipment rods can be varied.

[0031] To avoid repetition, features disclosed purely in accordance with the device shall also be deemed to be disclosed in accordance with the method and shall be claimable, and vice versa. The aforementioned advantages, aspects, and features of the invention described in connection with the commercial vehicle cab, particularly with regard to the design, arrangement, and mounting of various furnishings, thus also apply to the modular equipment kit and to the method for equipping a commercial vehicle cab, and vice versa.

[0032] The above-described preferred embodiments and features of the invention can be combined with one another as desired. Further details and advantages of the invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. They show:

[0033] Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a commercial vehicle cabin according to one embodiment of the invention; Figure 2 shows a schematic representation of a bracket attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cabin with several furnishings according to another embodiment of the invention;

[0034] Figure 3 is a schematic representation of a bracket attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cabin with a plurality of furnishings according to a further embodiment of the invention;

[0035] Figure 4 is a schematic representation of a bracket attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cab with a plurality of furnishings according to a further embodiment of the invention;

[0036] Figure 5 is a schematic representation of a bracket attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cabin with a plurality of furnishings according to a further embodiment of the invention;

[0037] Figure 6 is a schematic representation of a bracket attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cabin with several furnishings according to a further embodiment of the invention; and

[0038] Figure ? a flowchart illustrating a method for equipping a commercial vehicle cabin according to a further embodiment of the invention.

[0039] The embodiments shown in the figures correspond at least partially, so that similar or identical parts are provided with the same reference numerals and for their explanation reference is also made to the description of the other embodiments or figures in order to avoid repetition.

[0040] Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a commercial vehicle cab 1. The driver's cab of a commercial vehicle serves the driver, especially on long journeys, not only for controlling the commercial vehicle, but also typically as a rest area during the driver's rest and break periods. For this purpose, a wide variety of furnishings are typically arranged in the rear area of ​​the commercial vehicle cab 1.

[0041] Figure 1 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a technology for equipping a commercial vehicle cabin with multiple furnishings. For this purpose, a holding device 2 is attached to the inside of the rear wall 3 of the commercial vehicle cabin 1. The holder can preferably be designed as at least one, preferably two, rail(s) 6 running vertically along the rear wall 3. In principle, all types of rails suitable for linear guidance can be considered as rails 6, for example, structural profile struts, T-rails, or C-profiles.

[0042] Mounted on the holding device 2 are several pieces of furniture 4, each of which can perform different non-driving-specific tasks. Figure 1 shows, purely by way of example, a cooking module 12 with a stove 13, preferably an induction stove, a worktop 11, which can be designed, for example, as a work table, and a resting device 11, which is preferably designed as a bed.

[0043] The fixtures 4 are mounted on the holding device 2 in such a way that the fixtures 4 can be moved vertically, in particular in such a way that the vertical distance 5 between the fixtures 4 can be adjusted. For example, if a user wants to prepare something to eat, they can move the fixtures 4 located beneath the cooking module 12 downwards out of the way and subsequently or simultaneously (depending on the design of the movement mechanism) raise the cooking module 12 to a suitable height for use. After the food has been prepared, the cooking module 12 can, for example, be moved upwards out of the way, and the worktop 11 can be used as a dining table.

[0044] Since the individual pieces of furniture 4 do not have to be folded away or stowed in a compartment, but can be stowed in their entirety by a vertical movement, the individual pieces of furniture 4 do not have to represent their specific application in a reduced manner, but can be designed as a complete furnishing module that can fully fulfill their respective tasks. By permanently attaching the pieces of furniture 4 to the holding device 2, the driver does not have to, or at least does not have to, take any time-consuming action to stow the pieces of furniture 4 for ferry operation. This relieves the driver's workload. Furthermore, safety during the journey can be increased, since there is no risk that pieces of furniture 4 that have not been folded away correctly or stowed in a compartment could become uncontrolled loose during the journey.

[0045] A non-vertically movable floor module 16 can be arranged below the vertically movable furnishings 4. The floor area is ergonomically unsuitable for tasks that the driver typically performs with their hands, such as eating, cooking, or writing. The floor area is therefore particularly suitable for arranging modules that are not intended to be moved vertically, as this prevents the vertically movable furnishings 4 from being blocked and their usability being restricted.

[0046] The floor module 16 can preferably be designed as a storage module 14. For this purpose, the floor module 16 comprises, for example, at least one storage container 15 and / or a refrigerator 18.

[0047] Particularly preferably, the floor module 16 designed as a storage space module 14 can be designed such that the piece of furniture 4 located above it, in the example shown in Figure 1 the resting device 10, closes at least one storage space container 15 when it is in a vertical position in which it rests against the floor module 16.

[0048] If the corresponding piece of furniture is moved vertically upwards, the storage space 15 is released. The storage container 15 of the floor module 16 can be designed in the form of a box or chest, i.e. the storage container 15 has a volume that is completely enclosed from below and on the sides and which can be closed at the top by the piece of furniture 4 designed as a resting device 10. This box-like design has the advantage that it provides a comparatively large, effectively usable storage volume. Furthermore, the box-like design can be ergonomically advantageous when installed at floor level, as the driver can easily see into the storage space and reach into it without having to go to the floor.

[0049] In order to utilize the available space in the commercial vehicle cab 1 particularly efficiently, it may be advantageous if the furnishings 4, or at least two of the furnishings 4, have a substantially identical length 7 and / or width 8 in a cross-section perpendicular to the vertical direction. In this way, the furnishings 4 can be designed to their maximum size without blocking additional space in the commercial vehicle cab 1.

[0050] At least two of the furnishings 4 preferably have a width 8 that extends over at least 2 / 3 of a width 9 of the commercial vehicle cab 1. Particularly preferably, the width 8 of the furnishings 4 extends over essentially the entire width 9 of the commercial vehicle cab. In this way, the space available in the commercial vehicle cab can be utilized particularly well. In particular, the furnishings 4 can be generously dimensioned, ensuring that the furnishings 4 are appropriately extensively equipped to fulfill their respective functions. The furnishings 4 can preferably have a substantially rectangular cross-section. In this way, the shape of the furnishings 4 follows the typically substantially rectangular shape of the rear area of ​​the commercial vehicle cab 1.Therefore, a substantially rectangular cross-section of the furnishings can further contribute to the most efficient use of the available space.

[0051] Figure 2 shows a schematic representation of a holding device 2 attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cab with several fittings 4 according to a further embodiment of the invention. The configuration of the fittings 4 essentially corresponds to the configuration already presented in Figure 1.

[0052] Furthermore, the example in Figure 2 includes an additional non-vertically movable ceiling module 17. By way of example, the ceiling module 17, just like the floor module 16, is designed as a storage module 14. The storage module 14 preferably includes several separate storage compartments. Due to the vertical position of the ceiling module 17, a box-shaped design of the storage space for a ceiling module 17 is generally unsuitable. Instead, the individual storage compartments can be closed, for example, by flaps that open upwards or by doors that open to the side. The flaps or doors can preferably be secured by means of a locking device (not shown), e.g. in the form of hooks or magnets, in order to prevent uncontrolled opening while driving.

[0053] The example in Figure 2 shows that the furnishings 4 can preferably each be arranged one above the other in such a way that the furnishings 4 arranged directly above one another in the vertical direction can be brought into a position in which they rest against one another by vertical movement relative to one another. Particularly preferably, the furnishings 4 can rest against one another in a stacked manner. This means that two furnishings 4 arranged one above the other can each be positioned vertically such that they touch. In the example shown in Figure 2, the furnishings 4 were positioned such that the cooking module 12 can be used. Below the cooking module 12 there is preferably a worktop 11, e.g. a work table, and below the worktop 11 there is preferably a resting device 10, e.g. a bed.

[0054] On the one hand, this configuration corresponds to a typical driver's rest period, for example, in the evening. For this purpose, the driver can first use the stove 13 and the work area of ​​the cooking module 12 to prepare his meal. The worktop 11, which is arranged between the cooking module 12 and the rest area 10, can advantageously shield the waste heat of the stove 13 from the rest area 10.

[0055] After cooking, the driver can move the cooking module 12 upwards out of the way to use the worktop 11 first as a dining table and then for leisure or work purposes.

[0056] Finally, the worktop 11 can also be moved upwards, exposing the resting device 10. The individual furnishings 4 can thus be moved one after the other into the desired position according to a typical usage situation and do not have to be moved back and forth multiple times, although a configuration in which the furnishings 4 are arranged in a different vertical order is of course also possible. Furthermore, it is also possible to add further furnishings 4 that fulfill a different function or partially or completely replace the furnishings shown as examples. For example, the floor module 16 could include a washing facility. Likewise, the design of the furnishings 4 shown is to be understood merely as an example. For example, the cooking module 12 could include a coffee machine.

[0057] Figure 3 shows a further schematic representation of a holding device 2 fastened to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cab with a plurality of pieces of furniture 4, this time from a side view. The device shown as an example comprises a floor module 16 and three vertically movable pieces of furniture 4. As already described above, the pieces of furniture 4 can be moved vertically in such a way that one of the pieces of furniture 4 can be used by a user, while the remaining pieces of furniture 4 are moved up or down out of the way. In the example shown in Figure 3, the middle piece of furniture 4 has been brought into a usage position 19. The usage position 19 can preferably be individually determined for a specific user. For this purpose, people of different heights are schematically shown in Figure 3.For a tall person, an ergonomically comfortable usage position 19 is typically higher than for a shorter person. The two pieces of furniture 4 not currently in use were each placed in a stowed position 20.

[0058] In order to secure the furnishings in their respective vertical position, e.g., a storage position 20 or a usage position 19, a locking mechanism 21 can be provided. It is possible for the locking to be performed in predetermined, discrete vertical positions. For this purpose, holes can be provided, for example, in the holder device 2. A pin connected to the furnishing 4 can be inserted into the hole, thus securing the furnishing 4 in the respective vertical position. The pin could be manufactured as a fully removable pin or in the form of a hinge connected to the furnishing 4. Alternatively, the locking mechanism 21 can be designed such that any desired continuous vertical positions are possible. In this case, a disc brake, a vice mechanism, or a magnetic closure, for example, can be used as the locking mechanism.

[0059] The vertical movement of the individual pieces of furniture 4 can preferably be carried out by means of a manual operation. This has the advantage that the pieces of furniture 4 can be moved completely without power. Preferably, a support mechanism 22 can be provided which facilitates the manual movement of the pieces of furniture 4, i.e. supports it with an assisting force. The support mechanism 22 can, for example, be a pneumatic, hydraulic or spring-force-based support mechanism 22. In this way, the driver can move the pieces of furniture 4 into the desired vertical position without having to exert excessive force. This can improve ergonomics and safety during use, as supporting the respective pieces of furniture is counteracted. This is particularly important for heavier pieces of furniture 4, e.g.For example, a cooking module or a storage module, the use of support mechanisms 22 may be useful. Accordingly, it is possible to equip either all or only some of the furnishings 4 with a corresponding support mechanism 22. Figure 4 also shows a further schematic representation of a holder attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cab with several furnishings 4 according to a further embodiment of the invention. The configuration of the furnishings 4 essentially corresponds to the configuration presented in Figure 1.

[0060] Figure 4 shows a cooking module 12 that has been moved upwards out of the way, a worktop 11 in a usable vertical position, as well as a rest module 10 and a floor module 16 designed essentially as a storage module 14, which are located below the worktop 11.

[0061] A drive 23 can be provided for easy vertical movement of the furnishings 4. The drive 23 can be designed, for example, as a magnetic drive, a belt winding drive, a gear drive, or a chain hoist. To protect the drive 23 from damage and contamination, as well as to protect the user from injury, the actual drive 23 is preferably covered by a cover.

[0062] A control element 24 can be provided to select one of several configurations of the vertical positions of the furnishings 4. The control element 24 can be a touch display, for example, or buttons can be provided for operation. The control element 24 can be attached to a floor module 16, as in the example shown. Alternatively, it could also be attached, for example, to a ceiling module (not shown), to a furnishing 4, or to a side wall (not shown) of the commercial vehicle cab. Alternatively or additionally, the control element can also be designed as a non-permanently installed remote control or as a smartphone app. Control via voice command is also possible.

[0063] A control device 25, which is in signal communication with or can be brought into contact with the drive 23 and the operating element 24, is designed to control the drive 23 in response to a selection of a configuration of vertical positions of the furnishings 4 made by means of the operating element 24, such that the furnishings 4 are automatically moved vertically into their respective target positions. The target positions can preferably be individually defined by a driver in order to enable particularly ergonomic use of the furnishings 4. Additionally or alternatively, preselected target positions can also be provided, which are preferably based on the ergonomic requirements of typical users. Particularly preferably, target positions can be selectable for people of different heights.The control device 25 can, as in the illustrated example, be arranged directly on the device, for example, on a floor module 26 or a ceiling module. Alternatively, the control device 25 can be arranged separately from the device and / or integrated into the vehicle control system.

[0064] Figure 5 shows a further schematic representation of a holding device 2 attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cab with a plurality of furnishings 4 according to a further embodiment of the invention. The configuration of the furnishings 4 again essentially corresponds to that already presented in Figure 1. In the example of Figure 5, it can be seen that all furnishings 4 have been moved upwards into a stowed position 20 and preferably secured.

[0065] The floor module 16 is designed as a storage module 14, as before. Because the vertically movable furnishings 4 are located significantly above the floor module 16, the storage containers 15 of the storage module 14 are open, allowing the driver to easily see inside and reach in to place items into or remove items from the storage module 14.

[0066] Figure 6 shows a further schematic representation of a holder attached to a rear wall of a commercial vehicle cab, with several furnishings 4 according to a further embodiment of the invention. The configuration of the furnishings 4 again essentially corresponds to that already presented in Figures 1 and 5. The difference from the configuration in Figure 5 is that the resting device 10 has been moved into a use position 19. This closes the storage containers of the storage module 14, while the resting device 10 is in a usable vertical position.

[0067] Arranging the resting device 10 on a non-vertically movable floor module 16 can be particularly advantageous, since part of the user's weight can be absorbed by the floor module 16. Accordingly, the connecting elements between the holding device 2 and the resting device 10 do not need to be quite as stable.

[0068] Figure 7 shows a flowchart illustrating a method for equipping a commercial vehicle cabin according to a further embodiment of the invention. For this purpose, in step S10, a commercial vehicle cabin is provided, comprising a holding device that is attached to the inside of a rear wall of the commercial vehicle cabin. Furthermore, in step S20, a modular system is provided that comprises several different furnishings. The furnishings are designed such that they can be mounted vertically movable on the holding device. The modular system can comprise several of the furnishings as described in this document. The modular system can comprise different furnishings (furnishing modules), such as a resting facility, a worktop, a cooking module, etc.Furthermore, the modular system can have different variants of a specific piece of furniture (furniture module), e.g., different variants of the rest module.

[0069] Finally, in step S30, at least one piece of furniture is selected from the modular system. The selected pieces of furniture are then arranged on the holding device such that they can be moved vertically. Equipping a commercial vehicle cab with a holding device and with pieces of furniture from the modular system can be done during the production of the commercial vehicle cab or as part of a later retrofit. Furthermore, as part of a later retrofit, existing pieces of furniture can be replaced with other pieces of furniture and / or additional pieces of furniture can be added, preferably to expand the possible uses for a driver with regard to non-driving-specific applications.

[0070] Although the invention has been described with reference to specific embodiments, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that various changes may be made and equivalents may be substituted without departing from the scope of the invention. Consequently, the invention is not intended to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but is intended to include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims. In particular, the invention also claims protection for the subject matter and features of the dependent claims, independent of the referenced claims. List of Reference Symbols

[0071] 1 commercial vehicle cabin

[0072] 2 holding device

[0073] 3 Rear wall of the commercial vehicle cab

[0074] 4 furnishings

[0075] 5 Vertical distance of furnishings

[0076] 6 rail

[0077] 7 Length of the furniture

[0078] 8 Width of the furniture

[0079] 9 Width of the commercial vehicle cab

[0080] 10 Rest facility

[0081] 11 Worktop

[0082] 12 Cooking module

[0083] 13 Stove

[0084] 14 storage module

[0085] 15 storage containers

[0086] 16 floor module

[0087] 17 Ceiling module

[0088] 18 Refrigerator

[0089] 19 Usage position

[0090] 20 stowage position

[0091] 21 Locking mechanism

[0092] 22 Support mechanism

[0093] 23 Drive

[0094] 24 Control element

[0095] 25 Control device

Claims

Patent claims 1. Commercial vehicle cabin (1), preferably a driver's cab of a truck, comprising a holding device (2) which is fastened on the inside to a rear wall (3) of the commercial vehicle cabin (1), and a plurality of furnishings (4) which are mounted vertically displaceably on the holding device (2), wherein a vertical distance (5) between the furnishing rods (4) is variable.

2. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to claim 1, wherein the holding device (2) for holding the furnishings (4) comprises at least one, preferably two, rails (6) running vertically along the rear wall (3), along which the furnishings (4) can be moved linearly.

3. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the furnishings (4) are arranged and / or can be arranged in a stacked manner one above the other and / or are rectangular in cross-section.

4. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the furnishings (4) comprise at least two furnishings (4): a) which have substantially the same length (7) and / or width (8) in cross-section in a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction; and / or b) which extend over more than 2 / 3 of a width (9), preferably over substantially the entire width (9) of the commercial vehicle cabin (1).

5. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the furnishings (4) comprise at least one of the following furnishings (4): a resting device (10), preferably a bed, a worktop (11), preferably a work table, a cooking module (12), preferably comprising an induction cooker (13), and a storage module (14), preferably comprising a storage container (15).

6. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising: a non-vertically movable floor module (16) arranged below the plurality of vertically movable furnishings (4); and / or a non-vertically movable ceiling module (17) arranged above the plurality of vertically movable furnishings (4); wherein the floor module (16) and / or the ceiling module (17) preferably comprises a storage container (14) and / or a refrigerator (18).

7. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the furnishings (4) comprise: a resting device (10), preferably a bed, arranged above a non-vertically movable floor module (16); a worktop (11) arranged above the resting device; and a cooking module (12) arranged above the worktop (11).

8. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to claims 6 or 7, wherein the resting device (11) rests on the floor module (16) in a use position (19) and, when not resting on the floor module (16), releases a storage space of the floor module (16).

9. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein by vertically moving the furnishings (4), preferably relative to one another, one of the furnishings (4) can be brought into a use position (19) and the others into a stowage position (20).

10. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the furnishings (4) a) each have a locking mechanism (21) by means of which the furnishings (4) can be secured in a set vertical position; and / or b) can be moved vertically by means of a manual operation, wherein a support mechanism (22) can preferably be provided to facilitate the vertical movement, for example a pneumatic, hydraulic, or spring-based support mechanism.

11. Commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein furnishings (4) arranged directly one above the other in the vertical direction can be brought by vertical movement relative to one another into a position in which they lie against one another, preferably in a stacked manner.

12. A commercial vehicle cabin (1), further comprising: a drive (23) for vertically moving the furnishings (4); an operating element (24) for selecting one of several configurations of the furnishing rods (4), wherein the configurations each define the desired positions in the vertical direction of the furnishings (4) for a usage situation associated with the configuration; a control device (25) that is or can be brought into signal communication with the drive (23) and the operating element (24), which control device is designed to control the drive (23) in response to a selection of a configuration of the furnishings (4) made by means of the operating element (24) such that the furnishings (4) are automatically moved vertically into desired positions associated with the selected configuration.

13. Commercial vehicle, preferably a truck, comprising a commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims.

14. Method for equipping a commercial vehicle cabin (1), preferably a commercial vehicle cabin (1) according to one of the preceding claims, comprising: Providing (S10) a commercial vehicle cabin (1), comprising a holding device (2) which is fastened on the inside to a rear wall (3) of the commercial vehicle cabin (1); Providing (S20) a modular construction kit comprising several different furnishings (4) which can be held vertically movable on the holding device (2), preferably comprising furnishings (4) according to one of the preceding claims; and Selecting (S30) at least one piece of furniture (4) from the modular system and holding the selected at least one piece of furniture (4) on the holding device (2) in order to arrange the selected at least one piece of furniture (4) movably on the holding device (2).

15. Modular equipment kit for a commercial vehicle cabin of a commercial vehicle, comprising: a holding device (2) which can be fastened on the inside to a rear wall (3) of the commercial vehicle cabin (1), and a modular kit which comprises a plurality of furnishings (4) which can be mounted vertically displaceably on the holding device (2) in such a way that a vertical distance (5) the device rods (4) can be changed relative to each other.

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