Structures

Abstract

This enables fitting between components, allowing for a larger internal space. [Solution] A structure is provided comprising a first component, a second component, and an internal space formed by the first component and the second component, wherein the first component and the second component have a claw structure on either an inner surface that contacts the internal space or an outer surface different from the inner surface that fits together without protruding from that surface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a structure.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, many inventions related to fitting between components have been reported. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a technique for fitting two design components without impairing the appearance quality.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] When a structure including a plurality of components has an internal space formed by fitting the components together, there may be a case where it is desired to secure a wider space for the internal space.

[0005] Therefore, the present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to realize fitting between components capable of securing a wider internal space.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] In order to solve the above problems, according to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a structure including a first component, a second component, and an internal space formed by the first component and the second component, wherein the first component and the second component have a claw structure that fits with each other without protruding from one of the inner surface that touches the internal space or the outer surface different from the inner surface.

Effects of the Invention

[0007] As described above, the present invention makes it possible to achieve fitting between parts that can secure a wider internal space. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] This is a diagram illustrating an example of a conventional structure 90. [Figure 2] Figure 1 shows an enlarged view of the fitting portion indicated by the dashed line. [Figure 3] This is a diagram illustrating a structure 10 relating to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] This figure shows the cross-section of structure 10 when it is cut along line AA as shown in Figure 3. [Figure 5] Figure 3 shows an enlarged view of the fitting portion indicated by the dashed line. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0009] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the attached drawings. In this specification and drawings, components having substantially the same functional configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions will be omitted.

[0010] Furthermore, in this specification and drawings, when describing multiple identical components to distinguish them, letters or other symbols may be added to the end of the reference numerals. On the other hand, when there is no need to distinguish multiple identical components, the letters or other symbols may be omitted, and a description common to all identical components may be provided.

[0011] <1. Embodiments> This invention relates to a structure having an internal space formed by fitting together parts. To explain the advantages of this invention, first, examples of the prior art will be given.

[0012] Figure 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of a conventional structure 90.

[0013] The structure 90 includes a first component 910 and a second component 920. The structure 90 also includes an internal space 930 formed by the first component 910 and the second component 920.

[0014] In the figure, in order to distinguish the first component 910 from the second component 920, the first component 910 is shown in dotted pattern.

[0015] Also, in the figure, the first component 910 and the second component 920 are described separately, but this is to show the internal space 930 of the structure 90 and the structure of the inner surface touching the internal space 930. Actually, each of the first component 910 and the second component 920 is a single component integrally formed.

[0016] Figure 2 is an enlarged view of the fitting part indicated by the dashed-dotted line in Figure 1.

[0017] As shown in Figure 2, the first component 910 has two claw structures 915A and 915B. The second component 920 has one claw structure 925.

[0018] The first component 910 and the second component 920 are fitted to each other such that the claw structures 915A and 915B sandwich the claw structure 925.

[0019] However, in the case of such a fitting shape, the thickness t of the fitting part depends on the thicknesses of the claw structures 915A, 915B, and 925, so the thickness t tends to increase, and as a result, the internal space 930 becomes narrow.

[0020] Particularly, when arranging other components or the like in the internal space of the structure 90, it is required to secure a wider internal space 930, so there is room for improvement in the fitting shape of the structure 90.

[0021] In addition, the fitting shape of the structure 90 has a mechanism for maintaining smoothness between the first component 910 and the second component 920 against a horizontal external force as indicated by the leftward arrow in the figure, but does not have a mechanism for maintaining smoothness between the first component 910 and the second component 920 against a vertical external force as indicated by the downward arrow in the figure.

[0022] Therefore, in order to maintain the smoothness between the first component 910 and the second component 920 against a vertical external force in the structure 90, a separate mechanism such as a snap fit is required, which complicates the structure and increases the manufacturing cost.

[0023] The technical idea according to an embodiment of the present invention was conceived by paying attention to the above points, and realizes a fitting between components that can secure a wider internal space with a simpler configuration.

[0024] FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining a structure 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a cross-sectional view of the structure 10 when cut along A-A shown in FIG. 3.

[0025] As shown in FIG. 3, the structure 10 according to the present embodiment includes a first component 110 and a second component 120. Further, the structure 10 according to the present embodiment includes an internal space 130 formed by the first component 110 and the second component 120.

[0026] In the figure, in order to distinguish the first component 110 from the second component 120, the first component 110 is shown with a dotted pattern.

[0027] Also, in the figure, the first component 110 and the second component 120 are described separately, but this is for showing the structure of the internal space 130 of the structure 10 and the inner surface touching the internal space 130. Actually, each of the first component 110 and the second component 120 is a single component formed integrally.

[0028] One of the features of the first component 110 and the second component 120 in this embodiment is that they have a claw structure on either an inner surface that contacts the internal space 130 or an outer surface different from the inner surface that engages with each other without protruding from that surface.

[0029] For example, in the example shown in Figure 3, the first component 110 includes claw structures 115A and 115B. The second component 120 includes claw structures 125A, 125B, and 125C.

[0030] The claw structures 115A and 115B, and claw structures 125A, 125B, and 125C fit together on the inner surface without protruding from the inner surface.

[0031] Figure 5 is an enlarged view of the mating portion shown by the dashed line in Figure 3.

[0032] According to the fitting shape of this embodiment, as shown in Figure 5, the thickness t of the fitting portion of the structure 10 can be made equivalent to the thickness t1 of the first component 110 and the thickness t2 of the second component 120, making it possible to secure a wider internal space 130 compared to the conventional structure 90. Consequently, it is possible to secure space for other components to be placed in the internal space 130 and to improve the degree of freedom in placement.

[0033] Furthermore, the fitting shape of the structure 10 according to this embodiment has a mechanism that maintains smoothness between the first part 110 and the second part 120 not only against horizontal external forces as indicated by the leftward arrow in the figure, but also against vertical external forces as indicated by the downward arrow in the figure.

[0034] A mechanism for maintaining smoothness between the first part 110 and the second part 120 against vertical external forces is realized by claw structures 115 and 125.

[0035] For example, as shown by the dashed line in Figure 4, the claw structures 115A and 125B may be shaped to act as stoppers against each other against vertical external forces, thereby ensuring smoothness. However, the shapes of the claw structures 115 and 125 shown in Figures 3 and 4 are merely examples.

[0036] As described above, the structure 10 according to this embodiment can maintain smoothness between the first part 110 and the second part 120 against horizontal and vertical external forces without requiring a separate mechanism such as a snap fit, thereby reducing manufacturing costs.

[0037] Furthermore, the first part 110 and the second part 120 according to this embodiment may be design parts.

[0038] The above-mentioned design components are parts that are visible to the user and may be parts that require not only functionality but also aesthetic appeal.

[0039] In this case, the claw structures 115 and 125 may be provided on the side that is not visible to the user.

[0040] For example, in the case shown in Figures 3 to 5, the side not visible to the user is the inner surface, and the side visible to the user is the outer surface.

[0041] With this configuration, it is possible to achieve fitting of the first part 110 and the second part 120 on the side that is not visible to the user, while ensuring aesthetic design on the side that is visible to the user.

[0042] Furthermore, the structure 10 according to this embodiment may be mounted on a mobile body, for example.

[0043] Examples of the above-mentioned moving objects include vehicles, ships, and aircraft.

[0044] As an example, the structure 10 according to this embodiment may be various levers mounted on a vehicle.

[0045] The above describes an example of the configuration of the structure 10 according to this embodiment. Note that the configuration described with reference to Figures 3 to 5 is merely an example, and the configuration of the structure 10 according to this embodiment is not limited to this example.

[0046] For example, the structure 10 according to this embodiment may include both the first component 110 and the second component 120, or other components that fit with either the first component 110 or the second component 120.

[0047] Furthermore, while the above example illustrates a case where the first component 110 has two claw structures 115 and the second component 120 has three claw structures, the number of claw structures 115 and 125 is not limited to this example.

[0048] The structure 10 according to this embodiment can be flexibly modified according to specifications and other factors.

[0049] <2. Supplement> Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the attached drawings, the present invention is not limited to these examples. It is clear to any person with ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention belongs that various modifications or alterations can be conceived within the scope of the technical idea described in the claims, and these are also understood to fall within the technical scope of the present invention. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0050] 10: Structure, 110: First component, 115: Claw structure, 120: Second component, 125: Claw structure, 130: Internal space

Claims

1. The first part and The second part, The internal space formed by the first part and the second part, A structure that includes, The first and second components have a claw structure that allows them to fit together without protruding from either the inner surface that touches the internal space or the outer surface that is different from the inner surface. structure.

2. The first and second parts are design parts. The structure according to claim 1.

3. The first and second parts have a claw structure that fits together on the inner surface without protruding from the inner surface. The structure according to claim 2.

4. Mounted on a mobile vehicle, A structure according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

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