Armrest box and vehicle

By using an electromagnetic locking mechanism in the handrail box and controlling the power supply on state using magnetic suction parts and the second switch, the problem of inconvenient operation of the existing mechanical unlocking structure is solved, and the convenient and automatic unlocking and locking of the box cover is achieved.

WO2025061099A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2025-03-27SHANGHAI LIXIANG AUTOMOBILE CO LTD
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Application Number
PCT/CN2024/119743
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-09-19
Filing Date
2024-09-19
Publication Date
2025-03-27

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing armrest box unlocking structures are mostly pure mechanical structures such as snaps. Users need to press to provide power to open or cover, which is not convenient enough to meet the needs of users.

Method used

An electromagnetic locking mechanism is adopted, including a first magnetic suction member and a second magnetic suction member. The switch is controlled to control the on state of the magnetic suction member and the power supply, so as to realize automatic unlocking and locking of the box cover.

Benefits of technology

The convenient operation of the box cover is realized. Users only need to simply control the second switch to open or close the box cover, reducing the difficulty of operation and making it more convenient to use.

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Abstract

The present disclosure relates to the technical field of vehicles, and in particular to an armrest box and a vehicle. The armrest box provided by the present disclosure comprises a box body, a box cover, an electromagnetic locking mechanism and a second switch, wherein the box cover is rotatably connected to the box body; the electromagnetic locking mechanism comprises a first magnetic attraction member and a second magnetic attraction member, the first magnetic attraction member is provided on the box body, and the first magnetic attraction member and the second magnetic attraction member are arranged opposite to each other; the second magnetic attraction member is provided on the box cover; at least one of the first magnetic attraction member and the second magnetic attraction member is connected to a power supply, so that the first magnetic attraction member and the second magnetic attraction member attract each other when the first magnetic attraction member or the second magnetic attraction member is connected to the power supply; and the second switch is provided on a rotating matching portion between the box body and the box cover and is used for controlling the first magnetic attraction member to be connected to or disconnected from the power supply. The armrest box provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure has low operation difficulty and is convenient to use.
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Description

Armrest box and vehicle

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims priority to the Chinese patent application filed with the China Patent Office on September 19, 2023, with application number 202322552096.X and title “Armrest Box and Vehicle”, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference into this application. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of vehicles, and in particular to an armrest box and a vehicle. Background Art

[0004] The armrest is an automotive accessory installed between two seats and is part of the car's interior system. Its user-friendly design was originally intended to allow car drivers to rest their arms during long periods of driving, allowing them to effectively rest their arms and avoid numbness or stiffness. With the continuous development of manufacturing technology and the continuous improvement of production processes, armrests have added storage functions, such as storing small items such as drinks and water cups, allowing drivers to easily access these small items when needed. However, existing armrest unlocking structures are mostly purely mechanical structures such as buckles, which require users to press to provide the power to open or close. This is not convenient for users and has gradually failed to meet user needs.

[0005] Summary of the Invention

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present disclosure provides an armrest box and a vehicle.

[0007] A first aspect of the present disclosure provides an armrest box, comprising: a box body, a box cover, an electromagnetic locking mechanism and a second switch, wherein the box cover is rotatably connected to the box body;

[0008] The electromagnetic locking mechanism includes a first magnetic member and a second magnetic member, wherein the first magnetic member is arranged on the box body, and the second magnetic member is arranged on the box cover, and the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are arranged opposite to each other;

[0009] At least one of the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member is connected to a power source, and is configured to attract the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member when the first magnetic member or the second magnetic member is connected to the power source;

[0010] The second switch is provided at the rotational matching portion of the box body and the box cover, and is used to control the first magnetic member and / or the second magnetic member to be connected or disconnected with the power supply.

[0011] Furthermore, the electromagnetic locking mechanism further includes a first switch, which is provided on the box body and corresponds to the button panel;

[0012] The first switch is connected in series between the first magnetic member and the power supply, and is used to control whether the first magnetic member is connected to the power supply, so that when the first magnetic member is connected to the power supply, the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are attracted to each other;

[0013] The second switch is connected in series between the first switch, the first magnetic element and the power supply.

[0014] Furthermore, the box body is provided with a rotating shaft, the rotating shaft is fixed to the box body, and the box cover is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft;

[0015] A coil spring is provided on the rotating shaft, one leg of the coil spring is connected to the box body, and the other leg of the coil spring is connected to the box cover;

[0016] When the box cover is closed, the coil spring stores energy through elastic deformation. When the first magnetic element is disconnected from the power supply, the coil spring releases energy to open the box cover.

[0017] Furthermore, the second switch includes a fixed contact electrode, a spring and a rotating contact electrode;

[0018] The rotating contact electrode is provided on the box cover, the fixed contact electrode is provided on the rotating shaft and fixed to the rotating shaft, one end of the spring is connected to the rotating shaft, and the other end is connected to the box cover;

[0019] A first matching position and a second matching position are defined between the rotating contact electrode and the fixed contact electrode.

[0020] Furthermore, the fixed contact electrode is provided with a protrusion in an axial direction away from the rotating shaft, and the protrusion extends in the axial direction of the rotating shaft;

[0021] Furthermore, the rotating contact electrode includes a raised portion raised toward the fixed contact electrode;

[0022] When the rotating contact electrode and the fixed contact electrode are in the first matching position, the raised portion is separated from the protruding portion. When the rotating contact electrode and the fixed contact electrode are in the second matching position, the raised portion is in contact with the protruding portion. When the box cover is opened to an angle greater than a set angle, the raised portion is separated from the protruding portion.

[0023] When the opening angle of the box cover is less than or equal to the set angle, the raised portion abuts against the convex portion.

[0024] Furthermore, the first switch is a self-resetting switch.

[0025] Furthermore, it further includes a controller, wherein the first switch, the second switch and the power supply are all connected to the controller;

[0026] The controller is used to receive a control signal and control whether the first magnetic element is connected to the power supply when the first switch and the second switch are both closed.

[0027] Furthermore, there are two box covers, and the two box covers are set to open doors. Both of the box covers are provided with the second magnetic attraction part, and the rotating matching parts of the two box covers and the box body are provided with the second switch.

[0028] A second aspect of the present disclosure provides a vehicle, comprising the armrest box according to the first aspect.

[0029] The technical solution provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure has the following advantages over the prior art:

[0030] The armrest box provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure includes a box body, a box lid and an electromagnetic locking mechanism, wherein the box lid is rotatably connected to the box body; the electromagnetic locking mechanism includes a first switch, a first magnetic member and a second magnetic member, wherein the first magnetic member is arranged on the box body, and the second magnetic member is arranged on the box lid, and the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are arranged opposite to each other; at least one of the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member is connected to a power source, and is used to make the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member attract each other when the first magnetic member or the second magnetic member is connected to the power source. The second switch is provided at the rotating matching portion of the box body and the box lid, and is used to control the first magnetic member and / or the second magnetic member to be connected or disconnected with the power source. When the first magnetic member or the second magnetic member is connected to the power source, the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are attracted to each other. When both the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are disconnected from the power source, the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are not attracted to each other, thereby enabling the box lid and the box body to be unlocked. The embodiment of the present disclosure controls the connection status of the first magnetic component and / or the second magnetic component with the power supply through the second switch, controls whether the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component are attracted, and thus controls whether the trunk lid can be opened. The operation is easy for passengers and convenient to use. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] FIG1 is a schematic structural diagram of an armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0032] FIG2 is a side structural diagram of the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0033] FIG3 is another cross-sectional structural diagram of the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0034] FIG4 is another cross-sectional structural diagram of the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0035] FIG5 is another cross-sectional structural diagram of the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0036] FIG6 is a schematic structural diagram of a second switch in the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0037] FIG7 is a schematic diagram of a control circuit of the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0038] FIG8 is a schematic diagram of another control circuit of the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0039] FIG9 is a schematic diagram of a partial structure of the armrest box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] Figure numerals: 10, box body; 11, mounting plate; 20, box cover; 31, first magnetic member; 32, second magnetic member; 33, first switch; 34, second switch; 41, rotating shaft; 42, coil spring; 51, fixed contact electrode; 511, protrusion; 52, spring; 53, rotating contact electrode; 531, ridge; 61, button panel; 62, outer panel; 63, decorative strip; 64, wiring harness; 65, rubber strip; 66, foam; 70, controller. Specific embodiments

[0041] In order to more clearly understand the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of the present disclosure, the scheme of the present disclosure will be further described below. It should be noted that the embodiments of the present disclosure and the features therein can be combined with each other in the absence of conflict.

[0042] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present disclosure, but the present disclosure may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein; it is obvious that the embodiments in the specification are only part of the embodiments of the present disclosure, rather than all of the embodiments.

[0043] As shown in Figures 1, 2, 3, 4, 7 and 9, the armrest box provided in the embodiment of the present disclosure includes a box body 10, a box cover 20, an electromagnetic locking mechanism and a second switch 34. The box cover 20 is rotatably connected to the box body 10; the electromagnetic locking mechanism includes a first magnetic member 31 and a second magnetic member 32. The first magnetic member 31 is provided on the box body 10, and the second magnetic member 32 is provided on the box cover 20. The first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are arranged opposite to each other. At least one of the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 is connected to a power source, and is used to attract the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 when the first magnetic member 31 or the second magnetic member 32 is connected to the power source; the second switch 34 is provided at the rotating matching portion of the box body 10 and the box cover 20, and is used to control whether the first magnetic member 31 and / or the second magnetic member 32 is connected to the power source. When the first magnetic part 31 or the second magnetic part 32 is connected to the power supply, the first magnetic part 31 and the second magnetic part 32 are attracted to each other. When the first magnetic part 31 and the second magnetic part 32 are both disconnected from the power supply, the first magnetic part 31 and the second magnetic part 32 are not attracted to each other, so that the box lid and the box body can be unlocked. The armrest box provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure supports manual unlocking when the vehicle is powered on, and has a simple structure and is easy to implement. The embodiment of the present disclosure controls the connection status of the first magnetic part 31 and / or the second magnetic part 32 with the power supply through the second switch 34, controls whether the first magnetic part 31 and the second magnetic part 32 are attracted, and thus controls whether the box lid can be opened. The embodiment of the present disclosure can replace the side lock hook structure of the transmission through the provision of the electromagnetic locking mechanism, so that the abnormal noise problem caused by the provision of the side lock hook will not occur.

[0044] When the first magnetic member 31 is connected to a power source, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are attracted to each other. The second switch 34 is used to control whether the first magnetic member 31 is connected to the power source or not. When the first magnetic member 31 is disconnected from the power source, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are not attracted to each other. When the first magnetic member 31 is connected to the power source, the second magnetic member 32 can be a magnet or metal.

[0045] When the second magnetic member 32 is connected to a power source, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are attracted to each other. The second switch 34 is used to control whether the second magnetic member 32 is connected to the power source. When the second magnetic member 32 is disconnected from the power source, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are not attracted to each other. When the second magnetic member 32 is connected to the power source, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 can be a magnet or metal.

[0046] When the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are both connected to the power supply, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are attracted to each other, and the second switch 34 is used to control the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 to be connected or disconnected from the power supply. When the second switch 34 controls the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 to be disconnected from the power supply, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are not attracted to each other.

[0047] In some specific embodiments, the electromagnetic locking mechanism includes a first switch 33, which is provided on the box body 10 and is corresponding to the button panel 61. Optionally, a mounting plate 11 is provided on the outside of the box body 10, and the first switch 33 is fixed to the mounting plate. The first switch 33 is connected in series between the first magnetic member 31 and the power supply, and is used to control whether the first magnetic member 31 is connected to the power supply, so that when the first magnetic member 31 is connected to the power supply, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are attracted to each other. When the first switch 33 is pressed, the circuit is de-energized, and the first magnetic member 31 does not generate magnetism. By pressing the first switch 33, the first magnetic member 31 can be controlled so that the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are not attracted to each other, thereby realizing the unlocking of the box cover 20 and the box body 10. The armrest box provided in the embodiment of the present disclosure supports manual unlocking when the vehicle is powered on, and has a simple structure and is easy to implement. The disclosed embodiment controls the engagement of the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 by the on / off state of the first switch 33, thereby controlling whether the lid 20 can be opened. The disclosed embodiment replaces the transmission side lock hook structure by providing an electromagnetic locking mechanism, thus eliminating the noise problem caused by the side lock hook.

[0048] Optionally, there are two lids 20, each of which is arranged as a bifold door. There are two first magnetic members 31 and two second magnetic members 32, each corresponding to the first magnetic members 31 and the second magnetic members 32. A first switch 33 is connected to each of the two first magnetic members 31. When the first switch 33 is pressed, the circuit is deenergized, both first magnetic members 31 are de-energized, and both lids 20 can be opened simultaneously.

[0049] In some specific embodiments, there are two box covers 20, and the two box covers 20 are set to open the doors. Both box covers 20 are provided with a second magnetic component 32, and the two second magnetic components 32 are cooperated with the first magnetic component 31. When the first switch 33 is pressed, the circuit is powered off, the first magnetic component 31 does not generate magnetism, and the two box covers 20 can be opened at the same time.

[0050] The pivoting joints between the two lids 20 and the housing 10 are each equipped with a second switch 34, which allows the lids 20 to be closed independently. When the opening angle of the two lids 20 exceeds a set angle, the second switch 34 on the first lid 20 is disconnected, and the first lid 20 is now open. When the first lid 20 rotates back, and the opening angle is less than or equal to the set angle, the first lid 20 tends to be closed, and the second switch 34 on the first lid 20 is connected. The first switch 33 then activates, generating magnetism in the first magnetic element 31, which attracts the second magnetic element 32 on the first lid 20, locking the first lid 20 to the housing 10. The second lid 20 rotates back. When the opening angle of the second lid 20 is less than or equal to the set angle, the second lid 20 tends to be closed, the second switch 34 is turned on, and the first switch 33 is in the on state. At this time, the first magnetic element 31 and the second magnetic element 32 on the second lid 20 are attracted to each other, and the second lid 20 is locked to the box body 10. The first switch 33 is connected to the first magnetic element 31 and the power supply via a wiring harness 64.

[0051] In some specific embodiments, the first magnetic member 31 includes a first magnet and an electromagnetic coil surrounding the first magnet; the first magnet is disposed on and fixed to the housing 10; and the electromagnetic coil is connected to a first switch 33 and a power source, respectively. When the electromagnetic coil is energized, the first magnet generates magnetism, causing the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 to engage, locking the lid 20 to the housing 10. When the first switch 33 is pressed, the electromagnetic coil is de-energized, disengaging the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32, thereby unlocking the lid 20 from the housing 10. This simple structure makes it easy to implement.

[0052] The second magnetic member 32 can be a second magnet.

[0053] In some specific embodiments, the housing 10 is provided with a rotating shaft 41, which is fixed to the housing 10 and rotatably connected to the housing lid 20. A coil spring 42 is provided on the rotating shaft 41, with one leg of the coil spring 42 connected to the housing 10 and the other leg of the coil spring 42 connected to the housing lid 20. When the housing lid 20 is closed, the coil spring 42 stores energy through elastic deformation. When the first magnetic element 31 is disconnected from the power supply, the coil spring 42 releases the energy, causing the housing lid 20 to open.

[0054] When the first switch 33 is pressed, the electromagnetic coil is de-energized, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are not attracted, and the box cover 20 is opened under the elastic restoring force of the coil spring 42. The structure is simple and easy to implement.

[0055] Optionally, the coil spring 42 is fixed by a groove of the box body 10 .

[0056] In some specific embodiments, the second switch 34 is connected in series between the first switch 33, the first magnetic component 31 and the power supply; the second switch 34 is arranged at the rotating matching part of the box body 10 and the box cover 20, and is used to control the first magnetic component 31 to be disconnected from the power supply when the box cover 20 is opened to an angle greater than a set angle; when the box cover 20 is opened at an angle less than or equal to the set angle, the second switch 34 controls the first magnetic component 31 to be connected to the power supply.

[0057] When the first switch 33 is pressed, the circuit is de-energized, the electromagnetic coil is de-energized, and the first and second magnetic members 31, 32 are not attracted to each other. Under the action of the coil spring 42, the lid 20 opens. When the lid 20 is opened to a greater than a set angle, the second switch 34 is disconnected, and the lid 20 is now in the open state. When the lid 20 rotates back, and the opening angle is less than or equal to the set angle, the lid 20 tends to close, and the second switch 34 is connected. Afterwards, the first switch 33 can be pressed again to connect the circuit, and the first magnetic member 31 generates magnetism, attracting the first and second magnetic members 31, 32, and locking the lid 20 to the housing 10.

[0058] The first switch 33 can be a self-resetting switch. When pressed, it disconnects the circuit and restores the circuit when released. When the first switch 33 is pressed, the circuit is de-energized, the electromagnetic coil is de-energized, and the first and second magnetic members 31 and 32 are not attracted. The coil spring 42 causes the lid 20 to open. When the lid 20 opens to a greater than a set angle, the second switch 34 opens, placing the lid 20 in the open position. The first switch 33 is equipped with a spring. During this period, the first switch 33 slowly returns to the engaged position under the action of its internal spring, completing the circuit at the position controlled by the first switch 33. At this point, because the second switch 34 is disconnected, the entire circuit remains de-energized. When the lid 20 rotates back, and the opening angle is less than or equal to the set angle, the lid 20 approaches the closed position, and the second switch 34 closes. The entire circuit is a passage, the electromagnetic coil is connected to the power supply, the first magnetic member 31 generates magnetism, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are attracted to each other, and the box cover 20 and the box body 10 are locked.

[0059] When there are two lids 20, there are two second switches 34. The two lids 20 can be controlled separately. When one lid 20 rotates back and reaches a second set angle, the lid 20 approaches a closed state, and the second switch 34 provided on the rotation shaft 41 of the lid 20 is turned on. When the other lid 20 rotates back and reaches an opening angle less than or equal to the set angle, the lid 20 approaches a closed state, and the second switch 34 provided on the rotation shaft 41 of the other lid 20 is turned on.

[0060] As shown in Figures 5, 6, and 7, the second switch 34 includes a fixed contact electrode 51, a spring 52, and a rotating contact electrode 53. The rotating contact electrode 53 is mounted on the cover 20, while the fixed contact electrode 51 is mounted on and fixed to the rotating shaft 41. One end of the spring 52 is connected to the rotating shaft 41, and the other end is connected to the cover 20. The rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 have a first engagement position and a second engagement position.

[0061] When the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are in the first matching position, the box cover 20 is opened to an angle greater than the set angle, the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are separated, and the first magnetic component 31 is disconnected from the power supply; when the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are in the second matching position, the box cover 20 is opened at an angle less than or equal to the set angle, the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are abutted, and the first magnetic component 31 is connected to the power supply.

[0062] When the lid 20 is at an angle greater than the set angle, the fixed contact electrode 51 and the rotating contact electrode 53 are no longer in contact, the spring 52 is stretched, and the second switch 34 is disconnected, indicating that the lid 20 is now in the open state. Under the tension of the spring 52, the lid 20 rotates back. When the lid 20 rotates back and the opening angle of the lid 20 is less than or equal to the set angle, the lid 20 tends to be closed, the fixed contact electrode 51 and the rotating contact electrode 53 come into contact, and the second switch 34 is connected. When both the first switch 33 and the second switch 34 are turned on, the entire circuit is open, the electromagnetic coil is connected to the power supply, the first magnetic element 31 generates magnetism, the first magnetic element 31 and the second magnetic element 32 are attracted to each other, and the lid 20 is locked to the housing 10.

[0063] In some specific embodiments, the rotating contact electrode 53 includes a raised portion 531 that rises toward the fixed contact electrode 51; when the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are in a first mating position, the raised portion 531 is separated from the raised portion 511; when the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are in a second mating position, the raised portion 531 abuts against the raised portion 511.

[0064] When the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are in the first mating position, the lid 20 is opened to an angle greater than a set angle, and the raised portion 531 separates from the raised portion 511. When the rotating contact electrode 53 and the fixed contact electrode 51 are in the second mating position, the lid 20 is opened to an angle less than or equal to the set angle, and the raised portion 531 abuts against the raised portion 511. When the lid 20 is closed, the raised portion 531 contacts the raised portion 511 of the fixed contact electrode 51, turning on the second switch 34.

[0065] In some specific embodiments, the fixed contact electrode 51 is provided with a protrusion 511 along the axial direction away from the rotating shaft 41. The protrusion 511 extends along the length direction of the rotating shaft 41. The protrusion 511 is used to contact the raised portion 531, so that the box cover 20 tends to be closed, the fixed contact electrode 51 contacts the rotating contact electrode 53, and the second switch 34 is turned on.

[0066] Specifically, based on the fully opened state of the box cover 20, when the box cover 20 is rotated 65 degrees in the closing direction, the protrusion 511 contacts the raised portion 531, and the second switch 34 is turned on. When the box cover 20 is fully closed, the box cover 20 needs to be rotated 85 degrees in the closing direction.

[0067] In some specific embodiments, the first switch 33 is a self-resetting switch. When the first switch 33 is pressed, the circuit is de-energized, the electromagnetic coil is de-energized, and the first and second magnetic members 31 and 32 are not attracted. Under the action of the coil spring 42, the lid 20 opens. When the lid 20 is opened to a first set angle, the second switch 34 is disconnected, and the lid 20 is now open. During this time, the first switch 33 slowly returns to the engaged state under the action of its internal spring, making the first switch 33 partially conductive. At this time, because the second switch 34 is disconnected, the entire circuit remains de-energized. When the lid 20 is rotated back to the second set angle, the lid 20 tends to close, and the second switch 34 is connected. The entire circuit is open, the electromagnetic coil is connected to the power supply, the first magnetic member 31 generates magnetism, and the first and second magnetic members 31 and 32 are attracted to each other, locking the lid 20 to the housing 10.

[0068] In some specific embodiments, the armrest box further includes a controller 70, and the first switch 33, the second switch 34, and the power supply are all connected to the controller 70; the controller 70 is used to receive a control signal and, when the first switch 33 and the second switch 34 are both closed, control whether the first magnetic member 31 is connected to the power supply. When the controller 70 receives a signal about the box cover 20 being opened, the controller 70 controls the first magnetic member 31 to be disconnected from the power supply, the first magnetic member 31 does not generate magnetism, so that the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are not attracted to each other, and the box cover 20 can be opened; when the controller 70 receives a signal about the box cover 20 being closed, the controller 70 controls the first magnetic member 31 to be connected to the power supply or controls the first magnetic member 31 to remain continuously connected to the power supply, the first magnetic member 31 and the second magnetic member 32 are attracted to each other, and the box cover 20 is locked to the box body 10.

[0069] Optionally, the control signal may be voice or a display screen. The voice access module or the display screen is connected to the controller 70, and the armrest box can be controlled by voice or large-screen touch.

[0070] Specifically, as shown in Figure 8, the vehicle computer inputs a pulse signal from pin 2, triggering the circuit into a transient state. Pin 3 outputs a reverse voltage, which is blocked by the diode, de-energizing the solenoid. At this point, both first switch 33S1 and second switch 34S2 are closed. While lid 20 is open, resistor R1 begins charging capacitor C1. When the voltage across the capacitor reaches a certain level, the circuit returns to a steady state, and pin 3 outputs a forward voltage.

[0071] In some specific embodiments, the coil spring 42 is secured by a groove in the housing 10; the button panel 61 is placed on a button decorative strip 63, which has a guide structure for limiting the movement of the button panel 61 in the height direction Z. Optionally, the button decorative strip 63 is provided with a guide channel, the button panel 61 is provided with a boss, and the sidewalls of the guide channel are provided with a stopper for abutting the boss to prevent the button panel 61 from detaching from the button decorative strip 63. The first switch 33 is secured to the housing 10 by screws; the foam 66 is secured to the outer panel 62 of the housing cover 20 by glue; the electromagnet is secured to the housing 10 and surrounded by the electromagnetic coil; the controller 70 is placed on the housing 10; the rotating shaft 41 is inserted into the housing 10 and the outer panel 62 of the housing cover 20; the adhesive strip 65 is snapped onto the outer panel 62 of the housing cover 20; the magnet is secured inside the outer panel 62 of the housing cover 20; the rotating contact electrode 53 is secured inside the housing cover 20; and the compression spring 52 is secured to the fixed contact electrode 51. Compared with the traditional form, the embodiment of the present disclosure can eliminate the abnormal impact noise caused by the traditional structure due to bumpy roads, dimensional fluctuations and assembly processes, and at the same time can ensure that the box covers 20 on both sides are opened synchronously; when the user opens the box cover 20, the structure will not be exposed, ensuring the integrity and beauty of the entire appearance.

[0072] The vehicle provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure includes the armrest box provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure. Since the vehicle provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure and the armrest box provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure have the same advantages, they will not be described in detail here.

[0073] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the term "comprises" or any other variant thereof is intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device that includes a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further limitations, an element defined by the sentence "comprises a ..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device that includes the element.

Claims

1. An armrest box, comprising: A box body, a box cover, an electromagnetic locking mechanism and a second switch, wherein the box cover is rotatably connected to the box body; The electromagnetic locking mechanism comprises a first magnetic member and a second magnetic member, wherein the first magnetic member is arranged on the box body, and the second magnetic member is arranged on the box cover, and the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are arranged opposite to each other; At least one of the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member is connected to a power source, and is used to attract the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member when the first magnetic member or the second magnetic member is connected to the power source; The second switch is arranged at the rotating matching part of the box body and the box cover, and is used to control the first magnetic attraction member and / or the second magnetic attraction member to be connected or disconnected with the power supply.

2. The armrest box according to claim 1, wherein: The electromagnetic locking mechanism further includes a first switch, which is disposed on the box body and corresponds to the button panel; The first switch is connected in series between the first magnetic member and the power source, and is used to control whether the first magnetic member is connected to the power source, so that when the first magnetic member is connected to the power source, the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member are attracted to each other; The second switch is connected in series between the first switch, the first magnetic attraction member and the power supply.

3. The armrest box according to claim 2, wherein: The box body is provided with a rotating shaft, the rotating shaft is fixed to the box body, and the box cover is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft; A coil spring is provided on the rotating shaft, one leg of the coil spring is connected to the box body, and the other leg of the coil spring is connected to the box cover; When the box cover is closed, the coil spring stores energy through elastic deformation, and when the first magnetic attraction member is disconnected from the power supply, the coil spring releases energy to open the box cover.

4. The armrest box according to claim 3, wherein: The second switch includes a fixed contact electrode, a spring and a rotating contact electrode; The rotating contact electrode is arranged on the box cover, the fixed contact electrode is arranged on the rotating shaft of the box body and fixed to the rotating shaft, one end of the spring is connected to the rotating shaft, and the other end is connected to the box cover; A first matching position and a second matching position are defined between the rotating contact electrode and the fixed contact electrode.

5. The armrest box according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fixed contact electrode is provided with a protrusion along an axial direction away from the rotating shaft, and the protrusion extends along the axial direction of the rotating shaft.

6. The armrest box according to claim 5, wherein: The rotating contact electrode includes a raised portion raised toward the fixed contact electrode; When the rotating contact electrode and the fixed contact electrode are in the first matching position, the raised portion is separated from the protruding portion, and when the rotating contact electrode and the fixed contact electrode are in the second matching position, the raised portion is in contact with the protruding portion.

7. The armrest box according to claim 2, wherein: The first switch is a self-resetting switch.

8. The armrest box according to claim 2, wherein: Also includes a controller, the first switch, the second switch and the power supply are all connected to the controller; The controller is used to receive a control signal and control whether the first magnetic attraction member is connected to the power source when the first switch and the second switch are both closed.

9. The armrest box according to any one of claims 2 to 8, wherein: There are two box covers, which are arranged as double-doors. Both of the box covers are provided with the second magnetic attraction member, and both of the rotating matching parts of the two box covers and the box body are provided with the second switch.

10. A vehicle, comprising the armrest box according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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