Roof rack device

Abstract

The invention relates to a roof rack device for a vehicle having a main rack element (3) for fastening to a vehicle roof (2), a pull-out rack element (5) which is mounted pivotably with respect to the main rack element (3), and a pull-out element (6) which is movable with respect to the pull-out rack element. The pull-out rack element (5) can be transferred from a first position above the main rack (3) into a second, upwardly pivoted position. The pull-out element (6) is located in or on the pull-out rack element (5) in a first setting, and is pulled out laterally, perpendicularly or parallel to the direction of travel, in a second setting. The main rack element (3) has a pivoting device with a first adjusting means. The pull-out rack element (5) comprises a movement device (120) having a second adjusting means, wherein both adjusting means can be set to any desired intermediate positions between the first and the second setting.

Description

[0001] Description

[0002] Roof rack mounting

[0003] The invention relates to a roof rack device.

[0004] Roof racks are known in the prior art. Roof racks that incorporate a loading aid are also known.

[0005] One object of the present invention is to improve the state of the art.

[0006] A further object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which can be loaded with cargo by a user standing on the ground and then safely stowed on the roof.

[0007] A further object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which enables use both above the roof, e.g. staying or camping on the roof, and below the roof, e.g. staying or sitting below the roof, without having to change the load on the roof rack device, in particular unload it.

[0008] A further object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which can be operated with minimal effort, in particular with one hand.

[0009] A further object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which, once installed on the roof, does not need to be supported or held by a user at any time during operation.

[0010] A further object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which is self-locking in every position of the roof rack device.

[0011] It is particularly an object of the invention to provide a roof rack device with which the usable area on the roof of the vehicle, in particular for staying or camping, can be increased, especially laterally.

[0012] A further object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which, when used as intended, can be used both above and below the roof of the vehicle, thus offering multifunctional use. The preferred use is for camping and / or accommodation.

[0013] Another object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which, when used as intended, offers the user of the roof rack device, particularly in the camping sector, protection from sunshine, wind, precipitation, especially rain, but also protection from unwanted persons or wild animals, as well as security as a place of refuge or sleeping place.

[0014] Another objective of the invention is to provide a roof rack device which offers the possibility of extending the living space outside the vehicle.

[0015] A further object of the invention is to provide a roof rack device in which, regardless of the inclination of the vehicle's surface, a plane usable on the upper side of the roof rack device, e.g. for camping, can be horizontally aligned.

[0016] This problem is solved by a roof rack device having the features of independent claim 1 or 2. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are specified in the dependent claims.

[0017] The following terms will be explained:

[0018] The term "vehicle" can refer to any type of vehicle. In this context, "vehicle" specifically refers to a road vehicle. More specifically, it refers to a motor vehicle such as a van or a pickup truck. A pickup truck, in this context, is specifically understood to be a car, truck, or off-road vehicle with an open cargo bed.

[0019] A roof rack is a device that can be attached to the roof or body of a vehicle. Cargo can be secured to the roof rack.

[0020] The base support element of the roof rack device serves, on the one hand, to attach the roof rack device to the roof or the body of the vehicle.

[0021] On the other hand, the base support element has the extension support element, which is pivotably mounted relative to the base support element.

[0022] When used as intended, the extension support element is arranged in a first position above the base support element, in particular parallel to it, and in a second position pivoted upwards relative to the base support element.

[0023] The extension element is slidably arranged relative to the extension support element. In its intended use, the extension element is, in a first position, arranged within or on the extension support element, and in a second position, it is pulled out on one side of the extension support element, so that one surface of the extension element increases the surface area of ​​the extension support element.

[0024] The extension element can preferably be pulled out of the extension support element perpendicular or parallel to the direction of travel. According to a preferred embodiment, the extension element can also be pulled out of the extension support element in another direction.

[0025] The roof rack is in a transport position if the extension support element is arranged in the first position, preferably parallel to the base support element, and the extension element is in the first position, i.e., arranged in or on the extension support element. The roof rack is in a lifting position if the extension support element is arranged in the second position, i.e., pivoted relative to the base support element, and the extension element is in the first position, i.e., arranged in or on the extension support element.

[0026] The roof rack device is in a loading position if the extension carrier element is in the second position, i.e. pivoted to the base carrier element, and the extension element is in the second position, i.e., pulled out from the extension carrier element.

[0027] The roof rack is in a usage position when the extension support element is arranged in the first position, preferably parallel to the base support element, and the extension element is in the second position, i.e., extended from the extension support element. In this usage position, the roof rack can be used for living or camping.

[0028] The base support element has a pivoting device which is designed and configured to pivot the extension support element from the first to the second setting and from the second to the first setting.

[0029] The extension support element has a sliding device which is designed and configured to move the extension element from the first to the second setting and from the second to the first setting.

[0030] The pivoting device has a first adjustment mechanism, and the sliding device has a second adjustment mechanism. The first adjustment mechanism is designed and configured to set the pivoting device in a position between the first and second settings, and the second adjustment mechanism is designed and configured to set the sliding device in a position between the first and second settings.

[0031] Preferably, the first and second adjusting devices are designed and configured such that a user can operate either the first or the second adjusting device with virtually no effort. If the first or the second adjusting device is operated by means of a crank, the operation is entirely effortless, apart from the rotational force of the crank.

[0032] The roof rack according to the invention can advantageously be operated with minimal effort, particularly with one hand. Since both the first and second adjustment mechanisms can be adjusted between their respective settings with minimal effort, the roof rack device does not require any support or holding from the user at any point during operation after installation on the roof. From a safety perspective, this represents a significant increase in the safety of operating the roof rack device.

[0033] The roof rack device advantageously allows a user standing on the ground next to the vehicle to easily load the roof rack device with cargo and safely stow it on the roof of the vehicle.

[0034] A further advantage of the roof rack device according to the invention is that the roof rack device allows for use both above the roof, i.e., above the surface of the extension support element and / or the extension element, e.g., for sitting or camping on the roof, and below the roof, i.e., below the surface of the extension support element and / or the extension element, e.g., for sitting or relaxing below the roof, without having to change the load on the roof rack device, in particular without having to unload it. Specifically, when the roof rack device is loaded and in a transport position, i.e., when both the extension support element and the extension element are in the first position, the extension support element can be moved into the second position using the sliding device, so that the top of the extension support element is, for example,It can be used for lounging or camping without having to unload the cargo. Furthermore, by attaching a support element, the roof rack can also be used below the roof, for example, for lounging or sitting, without having to unload the cargo. Another advantage of the roof rack according to the invention is that, regardless of the incline of the vehicle's surface on which the roof rack is mounted, the extendable support element of the roof rack can be horizontally aligned. Specifically, the extendable support element can be pivoted using the pivoting device so that it runs horizontally, regardless of the vehicle's surface incline.Since the pivot axis of the roof rack system preferably pivots the extension support element to either the left, right, front, or rear of the vehicle, repositioning the vehicle, particularly in the opposite direction, always ensures that the extension support element of the roof rack system runs horizontally. If the extension support element of the roof rack system runs parallel, this also applies to the extension element itself. This advantageously makes using the space above the roof, e.g., for relaxing or camping, considerably more convenient for the user of the roof rack system.

[0035] Another advantage of the roof rack device according to the invention is that the usable area on the roof of the vehicle, in particular for staying or camping, is increased, especially laterally.

[0036] Another advantage of the roof rack device according to the invention is that the roof rack device can be used both above and below the roof of the vehicle, thus offering multifunctional use.

[0037] Another advantage of the roof rack device according to the invention is that it offers the user, particularly in camping situations, protection from sunshine, wind, precipitation, especially rain and hail, as well as protection from unwanted persons or wild animals, and provides security as a refuge or sleeping place. In the case of hail, the roof rack device protects the user from injury and prevents hail damage to the vehicle.

[0038] Furthermore, the living space can be extended outside the vehicle using the roof rack device. According to a preferred embodiment of the roof rack device, the first adjustment mechanism and / or the second adjustment mechanism are self-locking.

[0039] In this context, the terms self-locking and self-locking are considered synonymous. A device or fastening is self-locking or self-locking if it cannot release itself without external force, even when under load.

[0040] The self-locking mechanism of the first adjustment device also self-locks the swiveling device. The self-locking mechanism of the second adjustment device also self-locks the sliding device. This, in turn, also self-locks the entire roof rack system.

[0041] This advantageously ensures that the roof rack device can be operated safely in any position. The roof rack according to the invention can advantageously be operated with almost no effort, in particular with one hand.

[0042] Furthermore, it is ensured that, after the extension support element has been adjusted horizontally, the top of the extension support element can be safely used for camping without any change in the inclination of the extension support element.

[0043] Preferably, the first adjustment device and / or the second adjustment device are self-locking in every setting between the first and the second setting.

[0044] According to another preferred embodiment of the roof rack device, an upper surface of the extension support element and / or the extension element and / or an underside of the extension support element and / or the extension element can be used for sitting or camping.

[0045] Preferably, both the top and bottom surfaces of the drawer support element and / or the drawer element are suitable for use as living or camping areas. It is further preferred that both the top and bottom surfaces of the drawer support element and / or the drawer element can be used simultaneously for living or camping.

[0046] In this context, the term "top side" of the drawer support element and / or the drawer element refers to the area where a user is located on the top side. The term "bottom side" of the drawer support element and / or the drawer element refers to the area where a user is located below the drawer support element and / or the drawer element, for example, by sitting on a chair next to the vehicle.

[0047] According to a preferred embodiment, the pivoting device comprises a lifting element, in particular an elongated one, and the first adjusting device comprises a threaded rod. The threaded rod is arranged perpendicular to a pivoting axis, in particular parallel to the roof of the vehicle.

[0048] Furthermore, one end of the lifting element having a nut is articulated to the threaded rod via the nut, and one end of the lifting element opposite the nut is articulated to a predetermined point on the extension support element, so that a rotational movement of the threaded rod moves the end of the lifting element having the nut perpendicular to the direction of travel, thereby causing the extension support element to be raised or lowered.

[0049] The rotary movement of the threaded rod, i.e. the drive rod, can preferably be effected manually, by an electric motor or by a cordless screwdriver.

[0050] This mechanism of the swivel device advantageously achieves the ability to raise or lower the extension support element by means of a simple rotary movement of the threaded rod.

[0051] Alternatively or in addition to the aforementioned pivoting mechanism, other forms of drive mechanism are possible, as listed below. A threaded axle with a spindle and spindle nut can be used. Furthermore, a drive axle with a gear and worm gear is another alternative. Yet another alternative is a gear on a rack and pinion track. Other alternatives may employ different gear mechanisms.

[0052] Suitable drives include rotary movements in linear motion, i.e., spindle-nut systems, or rotating movements, i.e., worm gears.

[0053] There are therefore two fully automated aids available at the push of a button: a threaded axis with direct drive for spindle and spindle nut gearbox and / or a drive axis with direct drive for worm gear.

[0054] According to yet another preferred embodiment, the displacement direction includes a rail element in which the extension element is guided. This advantageously ensures that the extension element can be easily moved within the rail element from the first position to the second position and from the second position to the first position.

[0055] According to yet another preferred embodiment, the second adjusting device has a second threaded rod which runs parallel to the rail element and is mounted between two receptacles in the extension element. In this embodiment, the second threaded rod passes through a second nut which is arranged on the extension support element in or on a pivot joint for pivoting the extension support element relative to the base support element. Furthermore, a rotational movement of the second threaded rod causes the second threaded rod to shift relative to the second nut, so that the extension element is shifted within the rail element relative to the extension support element.

[0056] This advantageously allows the extension element to be easily moved between the first and second settings using the simple-to-operate second adjustment mechanism. This increases both the user-friendliness and the safety of operating the roof rack system.

[0057] According to a further preferred embodiment, in a position where the pivoting device is pivoted and the extension element is extended, a support element can be arranged between the floor on which the vehicle is mounted and the extension element, so that the space between the floor and the extension element can be used for standing. This advantageously allows the space between the floor and the stable and robust extension element to be used as a safe roof. A further advantage is that the top of the extension element, together with the extension support element, can also be used for standing, particularly for camping. For this purpose, it is preferred to attach a railing to the edge of the extension element and / or the extension support element.

[0058] According to a preferred embodiment, a transport item can be reversibly and detachably attached to or in the extension element. This advantageously allows the transport item to be fixed to the roof rack during transport and, after transport, to be easily detached and removed from the roof rack.

[0059] According to a further preferred embodiment, the total surface area of ​​the extension support element and the extension element in the extended state is at least twice as large as the surface area of ​​the extension support element. This advantageously allows the entire area to be used as a terrace or enlarged level.

[0060] According to yet another preferred embodiment, the weight of the roof rack device is less than 100 kg. This advantageously ensures that the permissible roof load capacity of the vehicle is not exceeded.

[0061] According to another preferred embodiment, the weight of the roof rack device is less than 200 kg, particularly preferably less than 150 kg. This advantageously ensures that the permissible roof load capacity of the vehicle is not exceeded.

[0062] According to yet another preferred embodiment, the load-bearing capacity of the roof rack, in particular of the extension support element and the extension element, is greater than 150 kg, preferably greater than 200 kg, and most preferably greater than 300 kg. This advantageously enables the transport of heavy loads using the roof rack. According to another preferred embodiment, the extension support element and / or the extension element has / have at least one fastening device. This advantageously enables the transported goods to be fixed to the roof rack, in particular to the extension support element and / or the extension element.

[0063] According to yet another preferred embodiment, the extension support element and / or the extension element has a receiving element for a ladder. This advantageously ensures that the roof of the vehicle can be easily accessed using the ladder.

[0064] According to a further preferred embodiment, the roof rack device also has at least one side wall which can be arranged between an outer wall of the vehicle and the support element. This advantageously extends the interior space of the vehicle by an additional, definable outer space.

[0065] Preferably, the roof rack device also includes a fastening device for attaching the roof rack device to the vehicle. This advantageously ensures that the roof rack is mounted and fixed to the vehicle roof.

[0066] According to a further preferred embodiment, in which the vehicle is a pickup truck, the roof rack device further comprises: an additional support for attaching the roof rack device to a loading platform of the pickup truck, to a side wall of the loading platform of the pickup truck, or to a frame of the loading platform of the pickup truck. Since the loading platform is generally located at the rear of the vehicle, the additional support is preferably also located at the rear.

[0067] This advantageously allows the roof rack to be mounted on a pickup truck with a cargo bed that is offset relative to the roof. In this case, the roof rack is attached at the front to the pickup truck's roof and at the rear, using the additional support, to the cargo bed, a side wall of the cargo bed, or a frame of the cargo bed. This advantageously increases the original cargo area of ​​the pickup truck by adding the loading or usable area of ​​the roof rack.

[0068] An embodiment of the invention is shown in the drawings and is explained in more detail in the following description.

[0069] Figure 1 shows a vehicle with a roof rack device according to an embodiment of the invention, wherein the vehicle is shown in a front view and the roof rack device is in a loading position.

[0070] Figure 2 shows the vehicle with a roof rack device according to an embodiment of the invention, wherein the vehicle is shown in a front view and the roof rack device is in a lifting position.

[0071] Figures 3 and 4 each show the vehicle with a roof rack device according to an embodiment of the invention, wherein the vehicle is shown in a front view and the roof rack device is in a transport position.

[0072] Figures 5 and 6 each show the vehicle with a roof rack device according to an embodiment of the invention, wherein the vehicle is shown in a front view and the roof rack device is in a usage position.

[0073] Figure 7 shows the vehicle with a roof rack device according to an embodiment of the invention, wherein the vehicle is shown in a top view and the roof rack device is in a transport position.

[0074] Figure 8 shows the vehicle with a roof rack according to an embodiment of the invention, wherein the vehicle is shown in a top view and the roof rack is in a usage position. Figure 9 shows the vehicle with a roof rack according to an embodiment of the invention, wherein the vehicle is a pickup truck shown in a side view.

[0075] Figure 1 shows a roof rack device 100 for a vehicle 200. Here, the vehicle 200 is shown in a front view and the roof rack device 100 is in a loading position.

[0076] The roof rack device 100 comprises a base support element 3, an extension support element 5, and an extension element 6, which is attached to the roof 2 of the vehicle 200. The roof rack device 100 is attached to the vehicle 200 by means of a fastening device 4.

[0077] In its intended use, the extension support element 5 is arranged in a first position above the base support element 3, parallel to it, and in a second position pivoted upwards relative to the base support element 3. The extension support element 5 is pivotally mounted on a pivot joint 12 relative to the base support element 3. In the loading position shown in Figure 1, the extension support element 5 is pivoted relative to the base support element 3.

[0078] The extension element 6 is slidably arranged relative to the extension support element 5. In its intended use, the extension element 6 is in a first position located in or on the extension support element 5, and in a second position, it is extended along one longitudinal side of the extension support element 5 perpendicular to the direction of travel, so that a surface of the extension element 6 increases a surface of the extension support element 5.

[0079] The total area of ​​the extension support element 5 and the extension element 6 is twice as large as the area of ​​the extension support element 5 when extended.

[0080] In the loading position shown in Figure 1, the extension element 6 is in the second position and is extended perpendicularly to the direction of travel along one longitudinal side of the extension support element 5. The base support element 3 has a pivoting device 110, which can pivot the extension support element 5 from the first to the second position and from the second to the first position. Furthermore, any desired position between the first and second positions can be secured and adjusted with minimal effort using a first adjustment device. Secured here means that the roof rack device 100 remains stationary without external force being applied. Minimal effort means that a person of average strength can make this adjustment with one hand.

[0081] The pivoting device 110 has a lifting element 30, and the first adjustment device has a threaded rod 9 arranged perpendicular to a pivoting axis, which is mounted between two receptacles 10 in the extension support element 5. The lifting element 30 has a spindle nut 13 at one end, with the end of the lifting element 30 bearing the spindle nut 13 being articulated to the threaded rod 9 by means of the spindle nut 13. Furthermore, an end of the lifting element 30 opposite the spindle nut 13 is articulated to a predetermined location 14 of the extension support element 5. This causes a rotational movement of the threaded rod 9 to move the end of the lifting element 30 bearing the spindle nut 13 perpendicular to the direction of travel, thereby raising or lowering the extension support element 5.

[0082] Furthermore, the extension carrier element 5 has a sliding device 120 which can move the extension element 6 from the first to the second setting and from the second to the first setting.

[0083] The sliding device 120 has a rail element 11 in which the extension element 6 is guided, so that the extension element 6 can be moved from the first setting to the second setting and from the second to the first setting.

[0084] The sliding device 120 further comprises a second adjustment mechanism with which the sliding device can be set between the first and second positions. The second adjustment mechanism has a second threaded rod 29, which runs parallel to the rail element 11 and is supported between two receptacles 10 in the extension element 6. The second threaded rod 29 passes through a second spindle nut 8, which is located on the extension support element 5 in or on a pivot joint 12 for pivoting the extension support element 5 relative to the base support element 3. A rotational movement of the second threaded rod 29 causes it to move relative to the second spindle nut 8, thus moving the extension element 6 within the rail element 11 relative to the extension support element 5.

[0085] The transported goods 15 can be reversibly and releasably attached to or in the extension element 6 using a fixing aid 16 and lashing eyes 17.

[0086] The extension support element 5 and the extension element 6 are designed to accommodate a transported item 15 weighing up to 200 kg. The weight of the roof rack device 100 is less than 100 kg.

[0087] In the loading position shown in Figure 1, the transported goods 15 can be easily attached to or on the extension element 6 by a user of the roof rack device 100 standing on the ground 202 using the fixing aid 16 or the lashing eyes 17.

[0088] To rotate the second threaded rod 29, either a crank 7 or a cordless screwdriver can be attached to one end of the second threaded rod 29. The second threaded rod 29 can then be rotated manually or with the cordless screwdriver, so that the extension element 6 is moved from the second setting to the first setting, thus achieving the stroke setting shown in Figure 2.

[0089] To move from the lifting position shown in Figure 2 to the transport position shown in Figure 3, a crank 7 or a cordless screwdriver is attached to one end of the threaded rod 9, causing the rod to rotate. This lowers the lifting element 30 and moves the pivoted extension support element 5 in the direction of the arrow in Figure 2 onto the base support element 3 until, in the first position, the extension support element 5 is positioned above the base support element 3, parallel to it. In this position, the roof rack 100 is in the transport position and loaded. Removing the crank 7 or cordless screwdriver from the threaded rod 9 returns the roof rack 100 to the transport position and ready for use, as shown in Figure 4. This transport position is shown in a top view in Figure 7.

[0090] Starting from the position shown in Figure 3, if the extension element 6 is moved by means of the crank 7 from the first position, in which the extension element 6 is arranged in the extension support element 5, to the second extended position, then the roof rack device 100 is in a usage position in which, for example, a user can live or camp, see Figure 5. This usage position is shown in Figure 8 as a top view.

[0091] In this configuration, where the pivoting device 110 is arranged in a first position (i.e., not pivoted) and the extension element 6 is extended, a support element 23 can be arranged between the floor 202, on which the vehicle 200 is arranged, and the extension element 6 by means of a support receptacle 24, so that the space between the floor 202 and the extension element 6 can be used for sitting, see Figure 6. In particular, the extension element 6 can be used as an awning. Furthermore, the upper surface of the extension element 6 can be used for sitting.

[0092] Furthermore, the roof rack device 100 can have at least one side wall which can be arranged between an outer wall of the vehicle 200 and the support element 23. The side wall can be arranged parallel or perpendicular to the outer wall of the vehicle 200.

[0093] Figure 9 shows the roof rack device 100, which is specifically suitable for a pickup truck 204. A front portion of the base support element 3 is attached to the front roof 2 of the pickup truck 204. A rear portion of the base support element 3 is attached to the upper end of an additional support 31 of the pickup truck 204 using the fastening device 4. A lower portion of the additional support 31 is mounted on a loading platform 32 of the pickup truck 204. The use of the roof rack device 100 according to the invention on a pickup truck 204 is particularly advantageous because the loading platform 32 of the pickup truck 204 can continue to be used exactly as it was before the roof rack device 100 was installed.

Claims

Patent claims 1. Roof rack device (100) for a vehicle (200) comprising: a base support element (3) for attachment to a roof (2) or a body of the vehicle (200); an extension support element (5); and an extension element (6); wherein the extension support element (5) is pivotably mounted relative to the base support element (3); wherein, in intended use, the extension support element (5) is arranged in a first position above the base support element (3) and in a second position is pivoted upwards relative to the base support element (3); wherein the extension element (6) is slidably arranged relative to the extension support element (5);wherein the extension element (6) is arranged in a first position in or on the extension support element (5) when used as intended, and in a second position is extended on one side of the extension support element (5) perpendicularly or parallel to the direction of travel, so that an area of ​​the extension element (6) increases an area of ​​the extension support element (5); wherein the base support element (3) has a pivoting device (30, 14, 9, 10) which is designed and configured to pivot the extension support element (5) from the first to the second position; wherein the extension support element (5) has a sliding device (120) which is designed and configured to slide the extension element (6) from the first to the second position;wherein the pivoting device (30, 13, 14) has a first adjusting device (9, 10) and the sliding device (120) has a second adjusting device (29, 8), wherein the first adjusting device (9, 10) is designed and configured to adjust the pivoting device (30, 13, 14) in a setting between the first and the second setting; and; the second adjustment device (29, 8) is designed and configured to adjust the sliding device (120) in a position between the first and the second setting, wherein a top side of the extension support element (5) and / or the extension element (6) and / or a bottom side of the extension support element (5) and / or the extension element (6) is usable for living or camping, and wherein the first adjustment device (9, 10) and / or the second adjustment device (29, 8) are self-locking.

2. Roof rack device (100) for a vehicle (200) comprising: a base support element (3) for attachment to a roof (2) or a body of the vehicle (200); an extension support element (5); and an extension element (6); wherein the extension support element (5) is pivotably mounted relative to the base support element (3); wherein, in its intended use, the extension support element (5) is arranged in a first position above the base support element (3) and in a second position is pivoted upwards relative to the base support element (3); wherein the extension element (6) is slidably arranged relative to the extension support element (5);wherein the extension element (6) is arranged in a first position in or on the extension support element (5) when used as intended, and in a second position is extended on one side of the extension support element (5) perpendicularly or parallel to the direction of travel, so that an area of ​​the extension element (6) increases an area of ​​the extension support element (5); wherein the base support element (3) has a pivoting device (30, 14, 9, 10) which is designed and configured to pivot the extension support element (5) from the first to the second position; wherein the extension carrier element (5) has a sliding device (120) which is designed and configured to move the extension element (6) from the first to the second setting; wherein the pivoting device (30, 13, 14) has a first adjusting device (9, 10) and the sliding device (120) has a second adjusting device (29, 8), wherein the first adjusting device (9, 10) is designed and configured to adjust the pivoting device (30, 13, 14) in a setting between the first and the second setting; and the second adjusting device (29, 8) is designed and configured to adjust the sliding device (120) in a setting between the first and the second setting.

3. Roof rack device (100) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the pivoting device (30, 13, 14) has a lifting element (30) and the first adjusting device (9, 10) has a threaded rod (9) wherein the threaded rod (9) is arranged perpendicular to a pivoting axis, an end of the lifting element (30) having a nut (13) is articulated to the threaded rod (9) by the nut (13) and an end of the lifting element (30) opposite the nut (13) is articulated to a predetermined location (14) of the extension support element (5), so that a rotational movement of the threaded rod (9) moves the end of the lifting element (30) having the nut (8) perpendicular to the direction of travel, thereby causing the extension support element (5) to be raised or lowered.

4. Roof rack device (100) according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that the sliding device (120) has a rail element (11) in which the extension element (6) is guided.

5. Roof rack device (100) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that The second adjusting device (29, 8) has a second threaded rod (29) which runs parallel to the rail element (11) and is mounted between two receptacles (10) in the extension element (6), wherein the second threaded rod (29) passes through a second nut (8) which is arranged on the extension support element (5) in or on a pivot joint (12) for pivoting the extension support element (5) relative to the base support element (3), and wherein a rotational movement of the second threaded rod (29) causes the second threaded rod (29) to be displaced relative to the second nut (8), so that the extension element (6) is displaced in the rail element (11) relative to the extension support element (5).

6. Roof rack device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in a position in which the pivoting device (110) is arranged in a first position and the extension element (6) is extended, a support element (23) can be arranged between a floor (202) on which the vehicle (200) is arranged and the extension element (6), such that the space between the floor (202) and the extension element (6) can be used for occupancy.

7. Roof rack device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a transport item (15) can be reversibly and detachably attached to or in the extension element (6).

8. Roof support device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the total area of ​​the extension support element (5) and the extension element (6) in the extended state is at least twice as large as the area of ​​the extension support element (5).

9. Roof rack device (100) according to one of the preceding Claims, characterized in that the extension support element (5) and / or the extension element (6) has / have at least one fastening device.

10. Roof rack device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising: at least one side wall which can be arranged between an outer wall of the vehicle (200) and the support element.

11. Roof rack device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising: a fastening device (4) for fastening the roof rack device (100) to the vehicle (200).

12. Roof rack device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the vehicle (200) is a pick-up truck (204); and that the roof rack device (100) further comprises: an additional support (31) for attaching the roof rack device (100) to a loading platform (32) of the pick-up truck (204), to a side wall (33) of the loading platform (32) of the pick-up truck (204) or to a frame of the loading platform of the pick-up truck (204).

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