Work vehicle

Abstract

To provide a working vehicle capable of preventing the occurrence of failure of electrical equipment stored in a console.SOLUTION: The tractor 1 includes the autonomous driving device 70 disposed in the cabin 10, and the left console 200 that houses the autonomous driving device 70 and has the air flow port 500 through which air can flow. Further, the left console 200 includes a lower console 300, and an upper console 400 disposed adjacent to the lower console 300 and forming an air flow port 500 between the lower console 300 and itself.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 5

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to work vehicle technology. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, technology for a work vehicle equipped with a console has been publicly known, as described in Patent Document 1, for example.

[0003] Patent Document 1 describes a tractor in which a console is arranged on the side of a seat. In such a tractor, various electrical devices may be arranged inside the console.

[0004] However, since the electrical equipment installed inside the console generates heat, the temperature inside the console may rise and not satisfy the ambient temperature required for the electrical equipment to be used. For this reason, it is desirable to suppress the rise in temperature inside the console and prevent malfunctions of the electrical equipment housed inside the console. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0005] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2023-108041 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0006] One aspect of the present disclosure has been made in consideration of the above-described situation, and the problem it aims to solve is to provide a work vehicle that can prevent malfunctions from occurring in electrical equipment housed within the console. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The problem to be solved by one embodiment of the present disclosure has been described above, and next, the means for solving this problem will be described.

[0008] A work vehicle according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes electrical equipment arranged in a cabin, and a console that houses the electrical equipment and has an air flow opening through which air can flow. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, heat can be released from inside the console through the air vent, thereby preventing malfunctions in electrical equipment housed in the console.

[0009] The console according to one aspect of the present disclosure comprises a first console and a second console arranged adjacent to the first console and forming the air flow opening between the first console and the second console. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the console is divided into a first console and a second console, whereby the air flow opening can be easily formed.

[0010] The second console according to one aspect of the present disclosure is disposed above the first console and includes a placement portion on which an item can be placed. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the console can be used not only to house electrical equipment but also as a place to place items.

[0011] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the air vent is formed at a position lower than the electrical equipment. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, even if water seeps in through the air vent, it is possible to prevent the water from adhering to the electrical equipment.

[0012] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, at least one of the first console and the second console includes a cover portion that covers the air vent from a side. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, it is possible to prevent water, dust, and the like from entering the console through the air vent. Furthermore, by covering the air vent, it is possible to improve the design of the console.

[0013] The second console according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes a cover portion that covers the air vent from the sides and above. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, it is possible to prevent water, dust, and the like from entering the console through the air vent. Furthermore, by covering the air vent, it is possible to improve the design of the console.

[0014] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a plurality of the air vents are formed. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, air can be introduced through one air vent and exhausted through another air vent, thereby effectively dissipating heat within the console.

[0015] A work vehicle according to one aspect of the present disclosure further includes a steering-side cover portion that covers the steering shaft and has an air outlet formed therein, and the air flow outlet is formed at the same height as the air outlet. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, conditioned air from the air outlet can easily enter the console through the air flow opening. For example, by introducing cool air from the air outlet into the console, heat inside the console can be effectively released.

[0016] A work vehicle according to one aspect of the present disclosure further includes a steering-side cover portion that covers the steering shaft and has an air outlet formed therein, and the air flow outlet is formed on an extension of the direction in which the outlet faces. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, conditioned air from the air outlet can easily enter the console through the air flow opening. For example, by introducing cool air from the air outlet into the console, heat inside the console can be effectively released.

[0017] The electrical equipment according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes an automatic driving device used to control the automatic driving of the work vehicle. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, malfunctions in autonomous driving equipment can be prevented. [Effects of the Invention]

[0018] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, heat can be released from inside the console through the air vent, thereby preventing malfunctions in electrical equipment housed in the console. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0019] [Figure 1] 1 is a side view showing the overall configuration of a tractor according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; [Figure 2] A cross-sectional plan view showing the interior of the cabin. [Figure 3] FIG. [Figure 4] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing the upper console of the left console. [Figure 5] (a) X1-X1 cross-sectional view of Figure 4. (b) X2-X2 cross-sectional view of Figure 4. [Figure 6] FIG. 4 is a side view showing the positional relationship between the air conditioning air outlet and the air circulation port. [Figure 7] FIG. 3 is a schematic plan view showing the positional relationship between the air conditioning air outlet and the air circulation port. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is a side cross-sectional view showing an air vent and a cover according to another example. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0020] In the following description, the directions indicated by arrows U, D, F, B, L, and R in the figures are defined as upward, downward, forward, backward, leftward, and rightward, respectively.

[0021] First, the overall configuration of a tractor 1 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure will be described.

[0022] The tractor 1 shown in FIG. 1 mainly comprises a machine frame 2, an engine 3, a bonnet 4, a transmission case 5, front wheels 6, rear wheels 7, fenders 8, a lifting device 9, a cabin 10, a seat 18, a steering device 20, and the like.

[0023] The machine body frame 2 is a frame-shaped member formed by appropriately combining a plurality of plate materials. The machine body frame 2 is formed in a generally rectangular shape when viewed from above. The machine body frame 2 is disposed at the front of the tractor 1 with its longitudinal direction facing the front-to-rear direction. An engine 3 is fixed to the rear of the machine body frame 2. The engine 3 is covered by a bonnet 4. A transmission case 5 is fixed to the rear of the engine 3. A muffler 4a that discharges exhaust gas from the engine 3 is disposed on the right side of the bonnet 4.

[0024] The front of the vehicle frame 2 is supported by a pair of left and right front wheels 6 via a front axle mechanism (not shown). The rear of the transmission case 5 is supported by a pair of left and right rear wheels 7 via a rear axle mechanism (not shown). The pair of left and right rear wheels 7 are generally covered from above by fenders 8.

[0025] A lifting device 9 is provided at the rear of the transmission case 5. Various types of working equipment (for example, a tiller) can be attached to the lifting device 9. The lifting device 9 can raise and lower the attached working equipment using an actuator such as a hydraulic cylinder. Power from the engine 3 can be transmitted to the working equipment attached to the lifting device 9 via a PTO shaft (not shown).

[0026] The power of the engine 3 is changed in speed by a transmission (not shown) housed in a transmission case 5, and then can be transmitted to front wheels 6 via the front axle mechanism, and can be transmitted to rear wheels 7 via the rear axle mechanism. The front wheels 6 and rear wheels 7 are driven to rotate by the power of the engine 3, allowing the tractor 1 to travel. The power of the engine 3 can also be used to drive a working device attached to the lifting device 9.

[0027] A cabin 10 is provided behind the engine 3. The cabin 10 is mounted on the vehicle body (transmission case 5, etc.). A living space for the driver is formed inside the cabin 10. As shown in FIG. 1, a seat 18 for the driver to sit on is disposed approximately in the center of the cabin 10. An auxiliary step 18a is provided in the cabin 10 to allow the driver to get in and out of the seat 18.

[0028] A steering device 20 for adjusting the turning angle of the front wheels 6 is disposed in front of the cabin 10. The steering device 20 includes a steering wheel 21, which is an operating tool used by the driver to steer the front wheels 6. The steering wheel 21 is connected to a switching shaft of a power steering controller 24 via a first steering shaft 22 and a second steering shaft 23 (see FIG. 6).

[0029] When the steering wheel 21 is turned, a switching shaft of the power steering controller 24 is rotated via the first steering shaft 22 and the second steering shaft 23. The rotation of the switching shaft switches the oil passage of the power steering controller 24 as needed, and hydraulic oil is supplied to the actuator 6a (see FIG. 1) as needed. This causes the actuator 6a to expand and contract, allowing the steering angle of the front wheels 6 to be adjusted.

[0030] As shown in Fig. 6, the first steering shaft 22 and the second steering shaft 23 are covered by a steering-side cover portion 25. The steering-side cover portion 25 is formed with an outlet 25a for conditioned air. The outlet 25a is arranged facing the seat 18 side (rearward). A plurality of outlets 25a are provided, and Fig. 6 shows one of the plurality of outlets 25a (the outlet 25a arranged on the outermost side).

[0031] A right console 100 and a left console 200 are provided inside the cabin 10 (see FIG. 2). The right console 100 and the left console 200 will be described in detail later.

[0032] The cabin 10 is provided with a roof 11 that forms the ceiling (roof) portion. The roof 11 has an outer roof that forms the upper side (the exterior side of the cabin 10) and an inner roof that forms the lower side (the interior side of the cabin 10). A space is formed between the outer roof and the inner roof that can accommodate equipment such as an air conditioner and audio equipment.

[0033] The cabin 10 includes front pillars 12 that support the front portion of the roof 11, rear pillars 13 that support the rear portion of the roof 11, and a central pillar 14 that supports an approximately central portion (middle portion) of the roof 11 in the fore-and-aft direction. Each of the pillars is provided so as to be located on both the left and right sides of the cabin 10. The cabin 10 also includes a front beam 15 that connects the upper ends of the left and right front pillars 12, a rear beam 16 that connects the upper ends of the left and right rear pillars 13 and the left and right central pillars 14, and side beams 17 that connect the upper ends of the left and right rear pillars 13 and the left and right central pillars 14. The side beams 17 are provided so as to be located on both the left and right sides of the cabin 10.

[0034] Each of the pillars and beams is formed to have a hollow shape. Wiring connected to devices (such as the position detection device 30, camera 40, and radar unit 50 described below) provided on the tractor 1 can be inserted through the space inside each of the pillars and beams.

[0035] The tractor 1 according to this embodiment is also equipped with a position detection device 30, a camera 40, and a radar unit 50.

[0036] The position detection device 30 shown in Fig. 1 is a device capable of detecting the position of a vehicle body (position information including latitude and longitude) using a satellite positioning system (GNSS) such as GPS, various sensors, etc. The position detection device 30 has appropriate receiving means for receiving satellite signals transmitted from satellites. The position detection device 30 is disposed, for example, in the interior space of the roof 11. However, the position detection device 30 may also be disposed outside the roof 11 (for example, in front of the roof 11).

[0037] The camera 40 shown in FIG. 1 is capable of capturing images of the periphery of the vehicle body. Multiple cameras 40 are arranged around the cabin 10. The tractor 1 can control the operation of the vehicle body based on images captured by the cameras 40. For example, the camera 40 can learn the appearance of a person based on images captured by the cameras 40, and when it is detected from the image capture results of each camera 40 that a person is approaching the vicinity of the tractor 1, the tractor 1 can be controlled to stop. Note that the use of each camera 40 is not limited to this, and the captured images can be used for various purposes. The multiple cameras 40 are arranged in positions that can capture images of the front, left and right sides, and rear of the vehicle body. Note that the camera 40 that captures images of the front of the vehicle body is not shown in FIG. 1.

[0038] The radar unit 50 shown in FIG. 1 is capable of detecting a target around the vehicle body using radio waves (e.g., millimeter waves). Examples of the target include structures made of metal or concrete, other vehicles, and people. The radar unit 50 is provided with a sensor (e.g., a millimeter wave sensor) that detects the target by emitting radio waves and receiving radio waves reflected by the target. FIG. 1 shows an example in which the radar unit 50 is provided in front of the hood 4 of the tractor 1. The radar unit 50 is attached to the body of the tractor 1 (e.g., the front of the body frame 2) by a radar support member 60. The radar unit 50 is not limited to being provided in the front of the body (hood 4), but can be provided in any location, such as on the left and right sides or rear of the body.

[0039] The tractor 1 is also equipped with an automatic driving device 70 that can execute control to automatically drive the tractor 1 (control of automatic driving) based on the position information detected by the position detection device 30, the images captured by the camera 40, and the detection results of the radar unit 50 (see FIG. 4). The automatic driving control includes, for example, control to automatically steer the vehicle body so that it travels straight and parallel to a set predetermined travel reference line, control to automatically drive the vehicle body along a created target travel route, and control to automatically change speed or stop the vehicle.

[0040] The autonomous driving equipment 70 is housed inside the left console 200 (internal space S, described later). The autonomous driving equipment 70 includes an image ECU (image ECU) that recognizes (learns) human figures using images captured by the camera 40 and recognizes targets using the detection results of the radar unit 50, a monitoring ECU (monitoring ECU) that can execute programs related to autonomous driving, and a modem (modem) that receives information from the position detection device 30 and a remote control 80 (see FIG. 3). The image ECU generates more heat and requires more computational processing than other devices (ECUs, etc.). The remote control 80 includes a remote control used for remotely controlling the tractor 1 and a remote control used for operations related to the autonomous driving of the tractor 1. The autonomous driving equipment 70 is not limited to the above-mentioned examples, and various devices used to control autonomous driving can be used.

[0041] The autonomous driving equipment 70 is communicatively connected via wiring to the position detection device 30, the camera 40, and the radar unit 50. The wiring connected to the position detection device 30 and other devices is connected to the autonomous driving equipment 70 in the left console 200, for example, through a space in the roof 11 and a space inside the left center pillar 14.

[0042] As shown in Fig. 3, various devices (mounted devices 90) that operate using power can be placed on the left console 200. The mounted devices 90 include a correction device for correcting errors in position information obtained from a satellite positioning system, and terminals such as smartphones. The remote control 80 and mounted devices 90 can be stored in mounting sections (first mounting section 411 and second mounting section 412, which will be described later) provided on the top surface of the left console 200.

[0043] The right console 100 and the left console 200 will be described below.

[0044] The right console 100 shown in Fig. 2 is where operating sections for performing various operations related to the operation of the tractor 1 are arranged. The right console 100 is formed in a shape that is long in the front-to-rear direction. The right console 100 is arranged on the right side inside the cabin 10. More specifically, the right console 100 is arranged to the right of the seat 18 and the steering wheel 21. The right console 100 is arranged so as to cover the right fender 8.

[0045] The right console 100 is provided with a gear shift lever 110 used to operate the vehicle body's transmission and a hydraulic lever 120 used to control the hydraulic pressure for the implements. Examples of the implements include implements attached to the lifting device 9 at the rear of the vehicle body and implements attached to the front of the vehicle body. The right console 100 is also provided with an armrest 130. The armrest 130 is located immediately to the right of the seat 18. The armrest 130 is provided with operating devices such as an accelerator lever, a position control lever, a tilling depth adjustment dial, and a pump switch. Note that the operating devices provided on the right console 100 are not limited to those described above, and various devices capable of operating the tractor 1 can be used.

[0046] The left console 200 shown in Figures 2 to 5 is capable of accommodating the automatic driving equipment 70 inside. The left console 200 is formed in a shape that is long in the front-to-rear direction. On the top surface of the left console 200, there are formed placement areas (a first placement area 411, a second placement area 412, and a bottle holding area 413, which will be described later) on which items (such as a remote control 80 or a placement device 90) can be placed. The left console 200 is disposed on the left side of the cabin 10. More specifically, the left console 200 is disposed to the left of the seat 18 and the steering wheel 21.

[0047] The left console 200 is positioned to cover the left fender 8. In this embodiment, the automatic driving equipment 70 is stored in the space partitioned by the left console 200 and the fender 8 (internal space S of the left console 200) (see FIG. 5(a)). The automatic driving equipment 70 in the internal space S is fixed to the fender 8 via an appropriate stay (not shown). As shown in FIG. 4, an image ECU is stored as the automatic driving equipment 70 in the front part of the interior of the left console 200 (internal space S shown in FIG. 5(a)). Furthermore, a monitoring ECU and a modem are stored as the automatic driving equipment 70 in the rear part of the internal space S.

[0048] The left console 200 includes a lower console 300, an upper console 400, and an air vent 500.

[0049] 3 and 5 constitutes the lower part of the left console 200. The lower console 300 is formed so as to cover the internal space S from the front and right sides.

[0050] The upper console 400 shown in Figures 3 to 5 constitutes the upper part of the left console 200. The upper console 400 is disposed above the lower console 300. The upper console 400 is disposed adjacent to the lower console 300, and forms an air circulation port 500 between the upper console 400 and the lower console 300. The upper console 400 is formed to cover the internal space S from above, the front, and the right. The upper console 400 comprises an upper surface portion 410, a side surface portion 420, and a cover portion 430.

[0051] 3 and 4 is a portion that constitutes the upper portion of the upper console 400. The upper surface portion 410 is formed so as to cover the internal space S from above. The upper surface portion 410 includes a first mounting portion 411, a second mounting portion 412, and a bottle holding portion 413.

[0052] The first placing portion 411 is located at the front of the upper console 400 and is capable of placing (storing) items thereon. The first placing portion 411 is formed so that the top surface 410 is recessed downward. The first placing portion 411 is provided in the front portion of the top surface 410. The first placing portion 411 according to this embodiment is formed so that the remote control 80 and the like can be placed thereon. The first placing portion 411 is formed in a substantially rectangular shape in a plan view. The first placing portion 411 has an upright portion 411a formed thereon.

[0053] The standing portion 411a is formed to rise from the bottom of the first placing portion 411. The standing portion 411a is formed to divide the first placing portion 411 into left and right portions. The standing portion 411a is also formed to divide the divided right-hand space into front and rear portions. In this way, the standing portion 411a is formed to divide two holding spaces for holding the remote control 80.

[0054] The second mounting portion 412 is located at the rear of the upper console 400 and is capable of placing (storing) items thereon. The second mounting portion 412 is formed so that the top surface portion 410 is recessed downward. The second mounting portion 412 is provided at the rear portion of the top surface portion 410. The second mounting portion 412 according to this embodiment is formed so that the mounting device 90 and the like can be placed thereon. The second mounting portion 412 is formed in a substantially rectangular shape in a plan view.

[0055] The bottle holding portion 413 is capable of holding (placing) an article such as a bottle. The bottle holding portion 413 is disposed on the rear side of the second placement portion 412 in the upper console 400. The bottle holding portion 413 is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape that opens upward.

[0056] The side surface portion 420 is a portion that constitutes the side of the upper console 400. The side surface portion 420 is formed so as to cover the internal space S from the front and right. The side surface portion 420 is formed so as to extend substantially downward from the edge of the upper surface portion 410. The side surface portion 420 is fixed to the lower console 300 at multiple locations (four locations in this embodiment) with bolts b (see FIG. 3). The side surface portion 420 may also be fixed to the lower console 300 with rivets. Air vents 500 are formed between each of the fixing locations. The air vents 500 are formed between the side surface portion 420 and the lower console 300.

[0057] The following describes the air vent 500. The cover portion 430 of the upper console 400 will be described later.

[0058] As described above, the air circulation ports 500 are formed between the lower console 300 and the side surface portion 420, at the respective fixing points (bolts b) between the lower console 300 and the side surface portion 420. The air circulation ports 500 include a first air circulation port 510, a second air circulation port 520, and a third air circulation port 530.

[0059] The first air flow port 510 is formed so as to open to the front surface of the left console 200. More specifically, the first air flow port 510 is formed between the upper end portion on the front side of the lower console 300 and the lower end portion on the front side of the side surface portion 420 (see FIG. 5(a)).

[0060] The second air circulation port 520 is formed so as to open to the right side surface of the left console 200. More specifically, the second air circulation port 520 is formed between the upper end portion on the right side of the lower console 300 and the lower end portion on the right side of the side surface portion 420 (see FIG. 5(b)). The second air circulation port 520 is formed in the rear portion of the right side surface of the left console 200.

[0061] The third air circulation port 530 is formed so as to open to the right side surface of the left console 200. More specifically, the third air circulation port 530 is formed between the upper end portion on the right side of the lower console 300 and the lower end portion on the right side of the side surface portion 420 (not shown). The third air circulation port 530 is formed in the front portion of the right side surface of the left console 200. In this way, the third air circulation port 530 is formed forward of the second air circulation port 520 and rearward of the first air circulation port 510.

[0062] In this way, by forming the air vent 500 in the left console 200, heat inside the left console 200 can be released through the air vent 500. This makes it possible to suppress an increase in the ambient temperature inside the left console 200, and ultimately prevents malfunctions in the automatic driving device 70.

[0063] 3 to 5 covers the air vent 500 from the side and from above. The cover 430 is formed at the lower end of the side surface portion 420. The cover 430 includes a first cover portion 431, a second cover portion 432, and a third cover portion 433.

[0064] 3, 4, and 5(a) covers the first air circulation port 510 from the side and from above. The first cover portion 431 is formed at the lower end on the front side of the side surface portion 420. The first cover portion 431 includes an upper cover 431a and a side cover 431b.

[0065] 5(a) is a portion that covers the first air circulation port 510 from above. The upper cover 431a is formed to extend substantially forward from the lower end of the side surface portion 420. In this way, the upper cover 431a is formed to extend further forward than the first air circulation port 510.

[0066] 5(a) is a portion that covers the first air circulation port 510 from the side (front). The side cover 431b is formed to extend substantially downward from the front end of the upper cover 431a. In this way, the side cover 431b is formed to extend downward beyond the first air circulation port 510.

[0067] The second cover portion 432 shown in Figures 3, 4, and 5(b) covers the second air circulation port 520 from the side and from above. The second cover portion 432 is formed at the lower end on the right side of the side surface portion 420. More specifically, the second cover portion 432 is formed at the rear portion of the right side surface of the side surface portion 420. The second cover portion 432 includes an upper cover 432a and a side cover 432b.

[0068] 5(b) is a portion that covers the second air circulation port 520 from above. The upper cover 432a is formed to extend substantially rightward from the lower end of the side surface portion 420. In this way, the upper cover 432a is formed to extend further to the right than the second air circulation port 520.

[0069] 5(b) is a portion that covers the second air circulation port 520 from the side (right side). The side cover 432b is formed to extend substantially downward from the right end of the upper cover 432a. In this way, the side cover 432b is formed to extend downward beyond the second air circulation port 520.

[0070] 3 and 4 covers the third air ventilation port 530 from the side and above. The third cover portion 433 is formed on the right side of the lower end of the side surface portion 420. More specifically, the third cover portion 433 is formed on the front portion of the right side surface of the side surface portion 420. Thus, the third cover portion 433 is formed forward of the second cover portion 432 and rearward of the first cover portion 431. The third cover portion 433 is formed in the same shape as the second cover portion 432, and is formed so as to cover the third air ventilation port 530 from the side and above.

[0071] By providing the cover portion 430 so as to cover the air vent 500 in this manner, it is possible to prevent water, dust, and the like from entering the left console 200 through the air vent 500. Furthermore, by covering the air vent 500 with the cover portion 430, it is possible to conceal the air vent 500 (make it invisible), which in turn makes it possible to improve the design of the left console 200.

[0072] Furthermore, the air vent 500 is formed at a position lower than the automatically driven device 70 (see FIG. 5(a)). As a result, even if water seeps into the internal space S through the air vent 500, the intruding water can be prevented from adhering to the automatically driven device 70. Therefore, the occurrence of malfunctions in the automatically driven device 70 can be prevented.

[0073] Moreover, the air flow opening 500 is formed at the same height as the air outlet 25a of the steering-side cover portion 25 (see FIG. 6). Note that FIG. 6 schematically shows the positional relationship between the air outlet 25a and the first air flow opening 510. Therefore, in FIG. 6, the size of the first air flow opening 510 relative to the air outlet 25a differs from the actual size, and the distance in the front-to-rear direction between the air outlet 25a and the first air flow opening 510 differs from the actual distance.

[0074] Note that "air flow opening 500 is formed at the same height as air outlet 25a" means that at least a portion of air flow opening 500 is formed at a position that overlaps with air outlet 25a in the vertical direction.

[0075] Furthermore, one of the multiple air flow ports 500 (first air flow port 510 in this embodiment) is formed on an extension of the direction in which air outlet 25a faces (see FIG. 7). Note that FIG. 7 schematically illustrates the positional relationship between air outlet 25a and first air flow port 510. Therefore, in FIG. 7, the size of air outlet 25a relative to left console 200 differs from the actual size, and the distance between air outlet 25a and first air flow port 510 differs from the actual distance.

[0076] The phrase "air flow opening 500 is formed on an extension of the direction in which air outlet 25a faces" means that at least a part of air flow opening 500 is formed in a position that overlaps with the blowing direction W of conditioned air from air outlet 25a in a plan view. Note that air flow opening 500 only needs to be formed on an extension of the direction in which one of multiple air outlets 25a faces. Furthermore, if air outlet 25a is formed so that its direction can be changed, it only needs to be formed so that at least a part of air flow opening 500 overlaps with the blowing direction W of conditioned air from air outlet 25a within a part of the changeable range.

[0077] As described above, by setting the height and position of the first air circulation port 510 relative to the air outlet 25a, the conditioned air from the air outlet 25a can easily enter the left console 200 through the first air circulation port 510. For example, when the air conditioner is operating in cooling mode, the cool air from the air outlet 25a can be introduced into the left console 200 to effectively release heat from within the left console 200. This makes it possible to suppress an increase in the ambient temperature within the left console 200, and ultimately to prevent malfunctions in the automatic driving equipment 70 housed within the left console 200.

[0078] Furthermore, by forming multiple air flow ports 500, air can be introduced through one air flow port 500 and exhausted through the other air flow ports 500. In this embodiment, a portion of the conditioned air blown out from the air outlet 25a is introduced into the internal space S of the left console 200 through a first air flow port 510 formed on the front surface of the left console 200 (see the arrows in FIG. 5(a)). The air in the internal space S of the left console 200 is then exhausted through the second air flow port 520 and the third air flow port 530 (see the arrows in FIG. 5(b)). In this way, by circulating the conditioned air from the air outlet 25a within the left console 200, heat within the left console 200 can be released. This makes it possible to prevent malfunctions of the automatic driving equipment 70 housed in the left console 200.

[0079] As described above, the tractor 1 (work vehicle) according to this embodiment has the following features: Automatic driving equipment 70 (electrical equipment) arranged in the cabin 10; a left console 200 (console) that houses the automatic driving device 70 and has an air vent 500 through which air can circulate; It is equipped with the following. This configuration allows heat to escape from inside the left console 200 through the air vent 500. This prevents malfunctions in the automatic driving equipment 70 housed inside the left console 200.

[0080] The left console 200 is a lower console 300 (first console); an upper console 400 (second console) disposed adjacent to the lower console 300 and forming the air vent 500 between the upper console 400 and the lower console 300; It is equipped with the following. With this configuration, the left console 200 can be divided into the lower console 300 and the upper console 400, and the air vent 500 can be easily formed.

[0081] The upper console 400 is It is arranged above the lower console 300 and is provided with placement sections (first placement section 411, second placement section 412, and bottle holding section 413) on which items (e.g., a remote control 80 and a placement device 90) can be placed. With this configuration, the left console 200 can be used not only to house the automatic driving equipment 70, but also to place items (for example, the remote control 80 and the placed equipment 90).

[0082] In addition, the air vent 500 is It is formed at a lower position than the automatic driving device 70. With this configuration, even if water seeps in through the air vent 500, the water can be prevented from adhering to the automatically operated device 70.

[0083] In addition, at least one of the lower console 300 and the upper console 400 is The air vent 500 is provided with a cover portion 430 that covers the air vent 500 from the side. This configuration makes it possible to prevent water, dust, and the like from entering the left console 200 through the air vent 500. Furthermore, by covering the air vent 500, the design of the left console 200 can be improved.

[0084] The upper console 400 is The air vent 500 is provided with a cover portion 430 that covers the sides and the top. This configuration makes it possible to prevent water, dust, and the like from entering the left console 200 through the air vent 500. Furthermore, by covering the air vent 500, the design of the left console 200 can be improved.

[0085] In addition, the air vent 500 is It is formed in multiple parts. By configuring it in this manner, air can be introduced through one air circulation port 500 (e.g., first air circulation port 510) and exhausted through other air circulation ports 500 (e.g., second air circulation port 520 and third air circulation port 530), thereby effectively dissipating heat within the left console 200.

[0086] In addition, Tractor 1 (work vehicle) The vehicle further includes a steering-side cover portion 25 that covers the steering shafts (the first steering shaft 22 and the second steering shaft 23) and has an outlet 25a for conditioned air formed therein. The air vent 500 is It is formed at the same height as the air outlet 25a. This configuration makes it easier for conditioned air from air outlet 25a to enter left console 200 through air circulation opening 500. For example, by introducing cool air from air outlet 25a into left console 200, heat inside left console 200 can be effectively released.

[0087] In addition, Tractor 1 (work vehicle) The vehicle further includes a steering-side cover portion 25 that covers the steering shafts (the first steering shaft 22 and the second steering shaft 23) and has an outlet 25a for conditioned air formed therein. The air vent 500 is It is formed on an extension of the direction in which the air outlet 25a faces. This configuration makes it easier for conditioned air from air outlet 25a to enter left console 200 through air circulation opening 500. For example, by introducing cool air from air outlet 25a into left console 200, heat inside left console 200 can be effectively released.

[0088] In addition, the electrical equipment is The system includes an automatic driving device 70 used to control the automatic driving of the tractor 1 (work vehicle). By configuring it in this way, it is possible to prevent malfunctions in the automatic driving device 70.

[0089] The tractor 1 according to this embodiment is one embodiment of a work vehicle according to the present invention. Furthermore, the automatic driving device 70 according to this embodiment is one embodiment of an electrical device according to the present invention. The remote control 80 and the mount device 90 according to this embodiment are also an embodiment of the article according to the present invention. The left console 200 according to this embodiment is one embodiment of the console according to the present invention. The lower console 300 according to this embodiment is one embodiment of the first console according to the present invention. The upper console 400 according to this embodiment is an embodiment of the second console according to the present invention. The first placement portion 411, the second placement portion 412, and the bottle holding portion 413 according to this embodiment are one embodiment of the placement portion according to the present invention.

[0090] Although one embodiment of the present invention has been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above configuration, and various modifications are possible within the scope of the invention described in the claims.

[0091] For example, in this embodiment, the left console 200 is formed in a divided structure including the lower console 300 and the upper console 400, but it may also be formed as an integrated member.

[0092] Furthermore, the cover portion 430 is provided on the upper console 400 in the above embodiment, but may be provided on the lower console 300 instead.

[0093] Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the air vent 500 is covered by a cover portion 430 formed so that the lower end of the side surface portion 420 of the upper console 400 protrudes outward from the left console 200, but as shown in Fig. 8, the air vent 500 may be covered by forming the upper end of the lower console 300 so that it protrudes inward from the left console 200. In this case, the lower console 300 and the upper console 400 may be fixed to separate support members with rivets or the like.

[0094] Furthermore, in this embodiment, a plurality of air vents 500 are formed, but it is also possible to form one.

[0095] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the cover portion 430 covers the air vent 500 from the sides and above, but it may also cover it only from the sides.

[0096] Furthermore, the shapes, structures, etc. of the parts exemplified in the above embodiments are merely examples, and the configuration of each part can be changed as desired.

[0097] In addition, in each of the above embodiments, the tractor 1 is used as an example of a work vehicle, but the work vehicle is not limited to this. For example, the work vehicle may be other agricultural vehicles, construction vehicles, industrial vehicles, etc. [Explanation of symbols]

[0098] 1 Tractor 22 First steering shaft 23 Second steering shaft 25 Steering side cover 25a Air outlet 70 Autonomous Driving Equipment 80 Remote Control 90 Mounted Equipment 200 left console 300 lower console 400 upper console 411 First loading section 412 Second loading section 413 Bottle holder 430 Cover part 431 First cover part 432 Second cover part 433 Third cover part 500 Air vent 510 First air vent 520 Second air vent 530 Third air vent

Claims

1. Electrical equipment located in the cabin, a console that houses the electrical equipment and has an air vent through which air can circulate; A work vehicle equipped with:

2. The console The first console, a second console disposed adjacent to the first console and defining the air vent between the first console and the second console; Equipped with The work vehicle according to claim 1 .

3. The second console a placing portion disposed above the first console and capable of placing an item thereon; The work vehicle according to claim 2 .

4. The air vent is It is formed at a position lower than the electrical equipment. The work vehicle according to claim 1 .

5. At least one of the first console and the second console A cover portion is provided to cover the air vent from the side. The work vehicle according to claim 2 .

6. The second console A cover portion is provided to cover the air vent from the side and from above. The work vehicle according to claim 2 .

7. The air vent is It is formed in multiple The work vehicle according to claim 1 .

8. The vehicle further includes a steering-side cover portion that covers the steering shaft and has an outlet for conditioned air formed therein. The air vent is It is formed at the same height as the air outlet. The work vehicle according to claim 1 .

9. The vehicle further includes a steering-side cover portion that covers the steering shaft and has an outlet for conditioned air formed therein. The air vent is It is formed on an extension line of the direction in which the air outlet faces. The work vehicle according to claim 1 .

10. The electrical equipment includes: An automatic driving device used to control the automatic driving of the work vehicle, A work vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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