vehicle

Abstract

To provide a vehicle whose console can be improved in usability.SOLUTION: A vehicle 10 comprises a rear seat 12, a console 20 and support parts 23. The rear seat 12 is provided in a vehicle interior 11. The console 20 is arranged in a space for feet of passengers seated on the rear seat 12 in the vehicle interior 11. The support parts 23 support the console 20 in a mode in which the parts can move in a width direction of the rear seat 12.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a vehicle in which a console is provided in the vehicle interior.

Background Art

[0002] It is often used to provide a console on the floor of a vehicle (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In the vehicle described in Patent Document 1, the console is provided between the driver's seat and the passenger seat. In addition, in the above vehicle, the console is configured to be movable in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. Thereby, the console can be arranged at an arbitrary position in the longitudinal direction.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In the vehicle as described above, there remains room for improvement in terms of improving the usability of the console.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] Each aspect of the vehicle for solving the above problems is described. [Aspect 1] A vehicle having a seat provided in a vehicle interior, a console provided in a space at the feet of a passenger seated on the seat in the vehicle interior, and a support portion that supports the console in a manner movable in the width direction of the seat.

[0006] According to the above configuration, the console positioned at the occupant's feet can be moved to any position in the width direction of the seat to match the occupant's seating arrangement (e.g., seating position and posture). This improves the usability of the console compared to when it is fixed immovably in the space at the occupant's feet.

[0007] [Aspect 2] The vehicle according to [Aspect 1], wherein the support portion has a first connecting portion provided on the console and a second connecting portion provided on the seat and supporting the first connecting portion, and the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion are connected in such a manner that they are relatively movable in the width direction.

[0008] According to the above configuration, the console can be supported by the seat in a manner that allows it to move in the width direction of the seat by utilizing the support portion having the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion. [Aspect 3] The vehicle according to [Aspect 1] or [Aspect 2], wherein the seats are configured so that multiple occupants can be seated side by side in the width direction.

[0009] A seat configuration that allows multiple occupants to sit side-by-side in the width direction (e.g., a bench seat) offers greater flexibility in seating arrangements compared to a seat that can accommodate only one person (so-called individual seats), as it allows one occupant to sit in the center of the seat in the width direction.

[0010] According to the above configuration, in seats with a high degree of freedom in seating positions, the position of the console can be determined according to the occupant's seating position. Therefore, the usability of the console can be improved.

[0011] [Aspect 4] The vehicle according to any one of [Aspect 1] to [Aspect 3], wherein the seat is a rear seat of the vehicle. According to the above configuration, a user-friendly console that can move in the width direction of the seat can be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle. Therefore, the comfort of the rear seat can be improved.

[0012] [Aspect 5] The vehicle according to any one of [Aspect 1] to [Aspect 4], wherein the console has a structure divided into a plurality of divisions in the width direction, and the support portion supports each of the plurality of divisions separately in a manner that allows movement in the width direction.

[0013] With the above configuration, the console can be positioned with a high degree of flexibility, such as by arranging multiple divided sections together or by arranging them separately around a single seat. This makes it possible to position the console in a user-friendly manner.

[0014] [Aspect 6] A vehicle according to any one of [Aspect 1] to [Aspect 5], wherein the interior wall of the passenger compartment has a storage recess that is partially recessed, and the interior of the storage recess includes a part of the movement trajectory of the console.

[0015] With the above configuration, by moving the console in the width direction of the seat, at least a portion of the console can be stored in the recessed compartment. Therefore, for example, when the console is not in use, it can be moved to a position where it does not get in the way. In addition, by making a portion of the console protrude from the interior wall of the vehicle compartment, it becomes possible to use the console as an armrest, etc. With the above configuration, the console can be made more user-friendly in this way. [Effects of the Invention]

[0016] According to the present invention, the usability of the console can be improved. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0017] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view showing the structure of the rear seat and its surrounding area in a vehicle according to one embodiment. [Figure 2] This is a schematic diagram showing the planar structure of the rear seats and surrounding area in the vehicle. [Figure 3]It is a schematic diagram showing a partial side cross-sectional structure of a support part and its periphery in the same vehicle. [Figure 4] It is a schematic diagram showing a planar structure of a first connecting part and its periphery in the same vehicle. [Figure 5] It is a schematic diagram showing an example of a seating style in the same vehicle. [Figure 6] It is a schematic diagram showing another example of a seating style in the same vehicle. [Figure 7] It is a schematic diagram showing a planar structure of a rear seat and a console in a vehicle of another embodiment. [Figure 8] It is a schematic diagram showing a planar structure of a rear seat and a console in a vehicle of other embodiments.

Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0018] Hereinafter, a vehicle of one embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 6. Hereinafter, the front-rear direction of the vehicle will be described as the front-rear direction L, the width direction of the vehicle will be described as the vehicle width direction W, and the up-down direction of the vehicle when the vehicle is located on a horizontal plane will be described as the up-down direction Z. Also, the front side and the rear side in the front-rear direction L will be simply referred to as the "front side" and the "rear side" respectively, the right side and the left side in the vehicle width direction W will be simply referred to as the "right side" and the "left side" respectively, and the upper side and the lower side in the up-down direction Z will be simply referred to as the "upper side" and the "lower side" respectively.

[0019] As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the vehicle 10 has a passenger compartment 11 that forms a living space. In the passenger compartment 11, a front seat (not shown) and a rear seat 12 are provided in a side-by-side manner in the front-rear direction L.

[0020] <Rear Seat> The rear seat 12 is positioned at the rear of the passenger compartment 11, specifically behind the front seat, such that the width direction of the rear seat 12 coincides with the vehicle width direction W. The rear seat 12 is configured to allow passengers to sit facing forward in the vehicle 10. The rear seat 12 is a bench-type seat. The rear seat 12 is configured to allow two passengers to sit side by side in the vehicle width direction W. The rear seat 12 has a seat portion 13. The seat portion 13 extends in the longitudinal direction L and the vehicle width direction W. The seat portion 13 is the part that supports the buttocks and thighs of passengers seated in the rear seat 12.

[0021] <Console> Vehicle 10 has a console 20. The console 20 is located in the passenger compartment 11. More specifically, the console 20 is located in the space at the feet of the occupants seated in the rear seats 12. The console 20 has a main body 21 and a table 22.

[0022] The main body 21 is shaped like a rectangular box. The upper and lower walls of the main body 21 extend in the longitudinal direction L and the vehicle width direction W. The right and left walls of the main body 21 extend in the longitudinal direction L and the vertical direction Z. The front and rear walls of the main body 21 extend in the vehicle width direction W and the vertical direction Z. The main body 21 is configured to accommodate objects inside.

[0023] The table section 22 is fixed to the upper part of the main body section 21. The table section 22 has a flat plate shape that extends in the front-rear direction L and the vehicle width direction W. The table section 22 has a roughly rectangular shape that is long in the front-rear direction L. The table section 22 is shaped to cover the upper part of the main body section 21 and the upper part of the seat section 13 of the rear seat 12.

[0024] <Divided part> The console 20 has a structure that is divided into two sections 30R and 30L at the center position in the vehicle width direction W. The external shapes of the two sections 30R and 30L are substantially identical. Specifically, the section 30R that constitutes the right side of the console 20 has a rectangular box-shaped main body section 21R and a flat table section 22R. The section 30L that constitutes the left side of the console 20 also has a rectangular box-shaped main body section 21L and a flat table section 22L. The main body section 21R and the main body section 21L have the same shape, and the table section 22R and the table section 22L have the same shape.

[0025] In the console 20 of this embodiment, the height of the upper surface of the table section 22R and the height of the upper surface of the table section 22L are the same. As a result, when the two divided sections 30R and 30L are joined together, the upper surface of the divided section 30R (specifically, the table section 22R) and the upper surface of the divided section 30L (specifically, the table section 22R) become flush. Furthermore, in the console 20 of this embodiment, when the two divided sections 30R and 30L are joined together, the side surface of the main body section 21R and the side surface of the main body section 21L become flush.

[0026] <Support part> As shown in Figures 2 to 4, the vehicle 10 has a support section 23. The support section 23 supports the console 20 (specifically, each divided section 30R, 30L) in a manner that allows it to move in the width direction of the rear seat 12. The support section 23 has a first connecting section 40, a second connecting section 50, and a fixing section 60.

[0027] <1st connection part> The first connecting portion 40 is integrally provided with the divided portions 30R and 30L. In this embodiment, the same first connecting portion 40 is provided for each of the two divided portions 30R and 30L. The first connecting portion 40 has one arm portion 41 and four rollers 43.

[0028] The arm portion 41 has a flat plate shape that extends in the vehicle width direction W and the longitudinal direction L. The front portion of the arm portion 41 is fixed to the rear wall of the divided portions 30R and 30L. The arm portion 41 extends from the divided portions 30R and 30L toward the rear seat 12.

[0029] As shown in Figures 3 and 4, the four rollers 43 are rotatably mounted on the rear portion of the arm 41. In this embodiment, the four rollers 43 are mounted on the arm 41 in such a manner that they are positioned at the four corners of a rectangle when a rectangular imaginary line is drawn. The axis of rotation of each roller 43 extends in the front-rear direction L.

[0030] <Second connection part> The second connecting portion 50 is integrally provided with the rear seat 12. The second connecting portion 50 is fixed to the lower part of the seat portion 13. In this embodiment, the first connecting portion 40, which is integral with the divided portion 30R, and the first connecting portion 40, which is integral with the divided portion 30L, are connected to the second connecting portion 50 in a manner that allows relative movement in the vehicle width direction W. The second connecting portion 50 has a front rail portion 51 and a rear rail portion 52.

[0031] The front rail section 51 extends in the vehicle width direction W. The front rail section 51 has a rail upper section 511 having a groove that opens downward and a rail lower section 512 having a groove that opens upward. Two of the four rollers 43 provided on the first connecting section 40 are sandwiched between the rail upper section 511 and the rail lower section 512. These rollers 43 roll inside the front rail section 51 and move along the front rail section 51 in the vehicle width direction W, together with the arm section 41.

[0032] The rear rail section 52 extends in the vehicle width direction W. The rear rail section 52 is composed of a rail upper section 521 having a groove that opens downward and a rail lower section 522 having a groove that opens upward. Two of the four rollers 43 provided on the first connecting section 40 are sandwiched between the rail upper section 521 and the rail lower section 522. These rollers 43 roll inside the rear rail section 52 and move along the front rail section 51 in the vehicle width direction W, together with the arm section 41.

[0033] In this embodiment, the second connecting portion 50 is shared by the first connecting portion 40 of the divided portion 30R and the first connecting portion 40 of the divided portion 30L. That is, both the first connecting portion 40 of the divided portion 30R and the first connecting portion 40 of the divided portion 30L are connected to a single second connecting portion 50 provided on the rear seat 12.

[0034] <Fixed part> The fixing section 60 is for switching between a state in which the divided sections 30R and 30L can be moved (movable state) and a state in which the movement of the divided sections 30R and 30L is restricted (fixed state). The fixing section 60 has an operating section 61, an operating section 62, and an operating cable 63. The fixing section 60 is provided separately for each of the two divided sections 30R and 30L.

[0035] The operating unit 61 is an operating switch operated by the occupant when moving or fixing the divided sections 30R and 30L. The operating unit 61 is provided on the table sections 22R and 22L of the divided sections 30R and 30L. The operating unit 62 is provided near the roller 43 in the first connecting section 40. The operating unit 62 has a structure in which a movable part (not shown) can extend and retract relative to the roller 43. This operating unit 62 and the operating unit 61 are connected via an operating cable 63.

[0036] When the operating unit 61 is turned ON, the movable part of the operating unit 62 protrudes toward the roller 43 and is pressed against the roller 43. This restricts the rotation of the roller 43, and thus restricts its movement in the vehicle width direction W. Therefore, in this case, the divided parts 30R and 30L are fixed in their current moving positions.

[0037] When the operating unit 61 is turned off, the movable part of the operating unit 62 moves away from the roller 43. This releases the restriction on the rotation of the roller 43 by the movable part of the operating unit 62, allowing the roller 43 to rotate. Therefore, in this case, the divided parts 30R and 30L become movable in the vehicle width direction W.

[0038] <Recessed area> As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the vehicle 10 has accommodating recesses 14R and 14L. The accommodating recess 14R is configured to accommodate the right-side portion of the divided section 30R. The accommodating recess 14R is formed in the right-side inner wall 15R of the vehicle compartment 11 (for example, an interior member such as a door trim). The accommodating recess 14R has a shape in which the inner wall 15R of the vehicle compartment 11 is partially recessed. The accommodating recess 14R has a shape corresponding to the right-side portion of the divided section 30R. Specifically, the accommodating recess 14R has a rectangular box-shaped space S1 (Figure 1) that can accommodate the right-side portion of the main body 21R and a flat plate-shaped space S2 that can accommodate the right-side portion of the table section 22R. In this embodiment, when the divided section 30R is moved to the right end of its range of motion, the right-side portion of the divided section 30R is accommodated in the accommodating recess 14R. Thus, in this embodiment, the interior of the accommodating recess 14R includes a part of the movement trajectory of the divided section 30R (specifically, the right end).

[0039] The accommodating recess 14L is configured to accommodate the left portion of the divided section 30L. The accommodating recess 14L is formed in the left inner wall 15L of the vehicle compartment 11 (for example, an interior member such as a door trim). Note that Figure 1 shows only one of the two accommodating recesses 14R, 14L (accommodating recess 14R). In this embodiment, the shape of the accommodating recess 14L is a mirror image of the shape of the accommodating recess 14R shown in Figure 1.

[0040] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the accommodating recess 14L has a shape in which the inner wall 15L of the vehicle compartment 11 is partially recessed. The accommodating recess 14L has a shape corresponding to the left portion of the divided section 30L. Specifically, the accommodating recess 14L has a rectangular box-shaped space that can accommodate the left portion of the main body section 21L and a flat plate-shaped space that can accommodate the left portion of the table section 22L. In this embodiment, when the divided section 30L is moved to the left end of its range of motion, the left portion of the divided section 30L is accommodated in the accommodating recess 14L. Thus, in this embodiment, the interior of the accommodating recess 14L includes a part of the movement trajectory of the divided section 30L (specifically, the left end).

[0041] <effect> The arrangement of the console 20 (divided sections 30R and 30L) will be described below with reference to Figures 2, 5, and 6.

[0042] In the example shown in Figure 2, the console 20 is positioned in the center of the rear seat 12 in the vehicle width direction W, with the two divided sections 30R and 30L joined together. In this case, a standard seating arrangement can be selected in which the two occupants sit on either side of the rear seat 12 with the console 20 in between them. With this seating arrangement, the two occupants can jointly use the large console 20, which is formed by combining the two divided sections 30R and 30L.

[0043] In the example shown in Figure 5, the console 20, with its two divided sections 30R and 30L joined together, is positioned to the left of the center in the vehicle width direction W of the rear seat 12. In this case, a seating style can be selected in which one occupant M sits in the center of the rear seat 12 in the vehicle width direction W. With this seating style, one occupant M can use the rear seat 12 more widely. Moreover, since a large console 20 formed by combining two divided sections 30R and 30L can be placed near occupant M, the console 20 can be made more user-friendly.

[0044] In the example shown in Figure 6, the console 20 is in a state where the two divided sections 30R and 30L are separated. The right portion of divided section 30R is housed in the receiving recess 14R of the inner wall 15R. The left portion of divided section 30L is also housed in the receiving recess 14L of the inner wall 15L.

[0045] In this case, two occupants M can choose a seating style in which they sit on either side of the rear seat 12 without the console 20 in between them. Alternatively, one occupant M can choose a seating style in which they sit at the end of the rear seat 12. In this way, one or two occupants M can sit at the end of the rear seat 12.

[0046] Furthermore, the occupant M seated at the far right of the rear seat 12 can use the divided section 30R. In the example shown in Figure 6, the right portion of the divided section 30R is housed in the recessed portion 14R of the inner wall 15R, while the left portion of the divided section 30R protrudes into the passenger compartment 11. The occupant M seated at the far right of the rear seat 12 can use the left portion of the divided section 30R, that is, the portion protruding into the passenger compartment 11, as a luggage rack or armrest.

[0047] Furthermore, occupant M seated at the far left of the rear seat 12 can use the divided section 30L. In the example shown in Figure 6, the left portion of the divided section 30L is housed in the recessed portion 14L of the inner wall 15L, while the right portion of the divided section 30L protrudes into the passenger compartment 11. Occupant M seated at the far left of the rear seat 12 can use the right portion of the divided section 30L, that is, the portion protruding into the passenger compartment 11, as a luggage rack or armrest.

[0048] According to this embodiment, the console 20 (specifically, the split sections 30R and 30L) can be moved to a position that does not obstruct the occupant's seating in the rear seat 12. As a result, the occupant can sit in their preferred position in the rear seat 12.

[0049] In the vehicle 10 of this embodiment, the position of the console 20 can be freely changed. Therefore, the position of the console 20 can be set, for example, near the occupant's seating position, at a position slightly away from the occupant's seating position within the occupant's reach, or at a position where the occupant cannot reach it. Accordingly, according to this embodiment, the console 20 can be moved to any position in the vehicle width direction W to match the occupant's seating manner in the rear seat 12 (for example, seating position and seating posture). It is also possible to pre-set the position of the console 20 according to the occupant's desired usage of the console 20. This improves the usability of the console 20. As a result, the comfort of the passenger compartment 11 can be improved.

[0050] <Effects> According to this embodiment, the following effects can be obtained. (1) The vehicle 10 has a console 20 provided in the space at the feet of an occupant seated in the rear seat 12 in the passenger compartment 11, and a support part 23 that supports the console 20 in a manner that allows it to move in the width direction of the rear seat 12. Therefore, the console 20, which is positioned at the feet of the occupant, can be moved to any position in the width direction of the rear seat 12 to match the occupant's seating position in the rear seat 12. This improves the usability of the console 20.

[0051] (2) The support portion 23 has a first connecting portion 40 provided on the console 20 and a second connecting portion 50 provided on the rear seat 12 and supporting the first connecting portion 40. The first connecting portion 40 and the second connecting portion 50 are connected in such a manner that they can move relative to each other in the vehicle width direction W. According to this embodiment, the console 20 can be supported by the rear seat 12 in such a manner that it can move in the width direction of the rear seat 12 by utilizing the support portion 23 having the first connecting portion 40 and the second connecting portion 50. As a result, no member for supporting the console 20 is provided on the vehicle floor, and such a member does not get in the way of the movement of the occupants. In addition, it is possible to improve the appearance of the vehicle floor compared to when the above member is provided on the vehicle floor.

[0052] (3) The rear seats 12 are configured to allow multiple occupants to sit side by side in the vehicle width direction W. Compared to seats that can only accommodate one person (so-called independent seats), the rear seats 12 offer a greater degree of freedom in terms of seating arrangements, such as allowing one occupant to sit in the center in the width direction. According to this embodiment, in the rear seats 12 which offer a greater degree of freedom in terms of seating arrangements, the position of the console 20 can be determined with a high degree of freedom to match the seating position of the occupants. Therefore, the usability of the console 20 can be improved.

[0053] (4) The console 20 is located in the space at the feet of the occupants seated in the rear seats 12. This allows for the placement of a user-friendly console 20 that can be moved in the width direction of the rear seats 12. As a result, the comfort of the rear seats 12 can be improved.

[0054] (5) The console 20 has a structure divided into two sections 30R and 30L in the vehicle width direction W. The two sections 30R and 30L are each supported separately by a support section 23 in a manner that allows them to move in the vehicle width direction W. According to this embodiment, the console 20 can be positioned with a high degree of freedom, such as by positioning the two sections 30R and 30L together for one rear seat 12, or by positioning the two sections 30R and 30L separately. This makes it possible to position the console 20 in a manner that is easy to use.

[0055] (6) The vehicle 10 has storage recesses 14R and 14L provided in the inner walls 15R and 15L of the passenger compartment 11. The storage recesses 14R and 14L have a shape in which the inner walls 15R and 15L are partially recessed. The interior of the storage recesses 14R and 14L includes a portion of the movement trajectory of the divided parts 30R and 30L that constitute the console 20.

[0056] According to this embodiment, by moving the divided sections 30R and 30L in the vehicle width direction W, a portion of the divided sections 30R and 30L can be accommodated in the storage recesses 14R and 14L. Therefore, when the divided sections 30R and 30L are not in use, they can be moved to a position where they do not get in the way. In addition, at this time, a portion of the divided sections 30R and 30L protrudes from the storage recesses 14R and 14L (more specifically, the inner walls 15R and 15L), so the protruding portion can be used as an armrest, etc. According to this embodiment, the console 20 can be made more user-friendly in this way.

[0057] <Example of changes> The above embodiment can be implemented with the following modifications. The above embodiment and the following modifications can be combined with each other to the extent that they do not contradict each other technically.

[0058] The receiving recess 14R is not limited to being shaped to accommodate the right-side portion of the divided portion 30R, but may also be shaped to accommodate the entire divided portion 30R. The receiving recess 14L is not limited to being shaped to accommodate the left-side portion of the divided portion 30L, but may also be shaped to accommodate the entire divided portion 30L.

[0059] One of the receiving recesses 14R and 14L can be omitted. Alternatively, both receiving recesses 14R and 14L can be omitted. The shape of the console 20 can be changed as desired. For example, the table section 22 can be made into an elliptical plate shape. In this case, each of the table sections 22R and 22L can be made into a semi-elliptical plate shape. Alternatively, the shape of the table section 22 can be made such that a step is formed at the boundary between the two table sections 22R and 22L when they are joined together. The table section 22 may also be provided with recesses that function as drink holders or trays. In addition, it is possible to omit the table section 22. Furthermore, the main body section 21 can be made into a cylindrical shape or a shape other than a rectangular box shape. The shape of the main body section 21 can be made such that a step is formed at the boundary between the two main body sections 21R and 21L when they are joined together.

[0060] As shown in Figure 7 as an example, the table section 22R may be configured to rotate around an axis LR extending in the vertical direction Z as the center of rotation (see arrow AR in the figure). Alternatively, the table section 22L may be configured to rotate around an axis LL extending in the vertical direction Z as the center of rotation (see arrow AL in the figure). Such a structure can be realized, for example, by configuring the table sections 22R and 22L to rotate relative to the main body section 21 around axes LR and LL as the centers of rotation. The above structure can also be realized by configuring the table sections 22R and 22L and the main body sections 21R and 21L to rotate relative to the rear seat 12 (specifically, the first connecting section 40) around axes LR and LL as the centers of rotation.

[0061] The configuration of the support section 23 can be changed as desired. For example, instead of providing a sliding mechanism in which the roller 43 is guided by the front rail section 51 and the rear rail section 52, a sliding mechanism in which one of the pair of rail sections is guided by the other can be adopted. In this case, the fixing section 60 can be provided with a locking mechanism that restricts the relative movement of the pair of rail sections. In addition, the fixing section 60 can be configured with a plurality of engaging recesses provided on one of the first connecting section 40 and the second connecting section 50, and an engaging projection provided on the other of the first connecting section 40 and the second connecting section 50 that selectively engages with one of the plurality of engaging recesses. In short, it is sufficient that the console 20 has a first connecting section 40 and the rear seat 12 has a second connecting section, and that the first connecting section 40 and the second connecting section 50 are connected so as to be able to move relative to each other in the vehicle width direction W.

[0062] - As the support portion 23, in addition to adopting a structure in which the console 20 is supported by the rear seat 12, a structure in which the console 20 is directly supported by the vehicle floor can also be adopted. In this case, the structure of the support portion 23 can be, for example, a structure having a first connecting portion provided on the console and a second connecting portion provided on the vehicle floor, and the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion can be connected in a manner that allows relative movement in the vehicle width direction W.

[0063] The above embodiment of the vehicle is not limited to a vehicle having a rear seat 12 in which two occupants can sit side by side in the vehicle width direction W, but can also be applied to a vehicle having a rear seat in which three or more occupants can sit side by side in the vehicle width direction W. In this case, by arranging the console 20 with the two divided sections 30R and 30L separated, it becomes possible to create seating spaces between the inner wall 15R and the divided section 30R, between the inner wall 15L and the divided section 30L, and between the two divided sections 30R and 30L.

[0064] • The console 20 can be a structure divided into three or more sections. • It is also acceptable to provide only one integrated unit as the console 20.

[0065] Instead of providing a manually operated console 20 whose position is moved manually, an electrically operated console may be provided. An electrically operated console can be realized, for example, by providing a linear motion mechanism consisting of a rack and pinion mechanism or a ball screw mechanism and an actuator for operating that mechanism on the support part 23 that supports the console 20.

[0066] The seats to which the console 20 is installed (hereinafter referred to as "seats to be installed") can be rear seats configured to allow seating facing the rear of the vehicle 10. Furthermore, the seats to be installed are not limited to rear seats with the width direction set in the vehicle width direction W, but can also be rear seats with the width direction set in the front-to-back direction L. The seats to be installed are not limited to rear seats that extend in a straight line, but can also be rear seats that extend in a curved shape in part or entirely, such as rear seats 72 that extend in an arc shape as shown in Figure 8 as an example. In addition, the seats to be installed are not limited to rear seats 12, but can also be front seats, etc. [Explanation of symbols]

[0067] 10... Vehicles 11...Vehicle compartment 12,72... Rear seats 13... Seat part 14R, 14L… Storage recess 15R,15L…Inner wall 20… Console 21,21R,21L…Main body 22, 22R, 22L... Table section 23...Support part 30R,30L…Divided part 40...1st connection part 41...Arm section 43...Laura 50…Second connection part 51... Front rail section 511... Top of the rail 512...Lower part of the rail 52...Rear rail section 521... Top of the rail 522...Lower part of the rail 60…Fixed part 61...Operation unit 62... Operating part 63... Control cable

Claims

1. The seats provided in the passenger compartment, A console is provided in the space at the feet of the occupant seated in the aforementioned seat in the aforementioned passenger compartment, A support portion that supports the console in a manner that allows it to move in the width direction of the seat, It has, The support portion includes a first connecting portion provided on the console and a second connecting portion provided below the seat and supporting the first connecting portion in a manner that allows it to move in the width direction. The first connecting portion and the second connecting portion are connected in such a manner that they are relative to each other in the width direction. The aforementioned seat is configured so that multiple occupants can be seated side by side in the width direction. vehicle.

2. The aforementioned seat is a rear seat of the vehicle. The vehicle according to claim 1.

3. The console has a structure divided into multiple sections in the width direction, The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the support portion individually supports the plurality of divided portions in a manner that allows them to move in the width direction.

4. The interior wall of the vehicle compartment is provided with a receiving recess that has a partially recessed shape, The interior of the aforementioned housing recess includes a portion of the movement trajectory of the console. The vehicle according to claim 1.

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