DE102010062317B4 - Positioning device for a vehicle seat, method for positioning a vehicle seat and vehicle seat - Google Patents

Abstract

Positioning device (1) for adjusting the seat position for an adjustable vehicle seat (6), with a storage device (2) which is designed to store a plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) for vehicle seat settings, each of the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) has a multiplicity of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) for in each case one of a multiplicity of seat adjustment components (5a, 5b, 5c) of the vehicle seat (6), each of the multiplicity of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) different body sizes of a seat occupant are assigned and each of the plurality of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) of a parameter set (7a, 7b, 7i) is adapted to the respectively assigned body size of the seat occupant, with an input device (3) for entering the body size, via which a user-specific body size can be entered and which is designed to enable the user to select a parameter set (7a, 7b, 7i) from the large number ( 7a, 7b, 7i) according to the entered body size and to generate a selection signal of a parameter set selected by the user, with a control device (4) which is designed, depending on the generated selection signal, in each case a control signal to each of the plurality of seat adjustment components (5a, 5b, 5c), each of the control signals each containing one of the plurality of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) of the selected parameter set, the input device (3) having a switching device (32; 41a, 41b), and wherein the control device (4) is designed to send the control signals only as long as the switching device (32; 41a, 41b) is actuated, the device being set up to position the vehicle seat at a position Actuation of the input device (3) to provide the user operating the input device (3) and / or a vehicle seat occupant with a positioning impression that is additionally detectable in addition to the positioning impression that actually occurs during the positioning.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a positioning device for a vehicle seat. The present invention further relates to a method for positioning a vehicle seat and to such a vehicle seat.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

The present invention is in the area of seat adjustment of vehicle seats of a motor vehicle. Modern vehicle seats have a large number of adjustment components with which parts of the vehicle seat can be adjusted. The scope and differentiation of the seat adjustment largely depend on the level of comfort and equipment. For example, Adjust modern vehicle seats in height, tilt angle, lateral seating position, lordosis, distance from the steering wheel, distance to the vehicle door and similar geometric settings. Usually, a specially provided adjustment component is provided for each of these adjustment options of the vehicle seat, by means of which e.g. The desired seat adjustment can be carried out via a manual mechanical or electrical control.

Frequently, however, vehicle occupants who are sitting on the multifunctional vehicle seat are not aware of all the functions of this vehicle seat or are, for example, not clear about the operation of the respective functions. In addition, in the case of known functions, the functional scope, the functional purpose and / or the interaction with other setting functions is frequently not known or is not sufficiently known to the seat occupant.

When manual adjustment operations are carried out on individual adjustment functions, there is therefore also the risk of unconsciously or unintentionally moving the seat and / or its components into an uncomfortable or even unsafe position.

The publication DE 199 29 418 A1 discloses an adjustment device for the ergonomic adjustment of a vehicle seat with a plurality of adjustable seat components with a control unit for the automatic adjustment of at least one selection of the adjustable components depending on vehicle occupant data. In this case, the control unit has a memory in which vehicle occupant data can be stored, which enable automatic adjustment of all adjustable seat and / or vehicle components.

The publication DE 94 21 781 U1 discloses an automatic presetting of various vehicle seat parameters depending on the selected position of a selectable, independently adjustable seat parameter from an ergonomic point of view and safety aspects.

There is therefore a need for options for a seat occupant of a vehicle seat to be able to operate setting functions of the vehicle seat in a risk-free and problem-free manner and to achieve safe and / or convenient positioning of the vehicle seat.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Against this background, the present invention is based on the object of specifying an improved positioning possibility for a vehicle seat.

According to the invention, this object is achieved by a positioning device with the features of claim 1 and / or by a method with the features of claim 8 and / or by an adjusting device with the features of claim 13

• - Eine Positioniervorrichtung zur Einstellung der Sitzposition für einen verstellbaren Fahrzeugsitz, mit einer Speichereinrichtung, welche dazu ausgelegt ist, eine Vielzahl von Parametersätzen für Fahrzeugsitzeinstellungen zu speichern, wobei jeder der Vielzahl von Parametersätzen eine Vielzahl von Parametern für jeweils eine aus einer Vielzahl von Sitzeinstellkomponenten des Fahrzeugsitzes aufweist, mit einer Eingabeeinrichtung zur Eingabe der Körpergröße, über welche eine Benutzer individuelle Körpergröße eingebbar ist und welche dazu ausgelegt ist, dem Benutzer die Auswahl eines Parametersatzes aus der Vielzahl von Parametersätzen entsprechend der eingegebenen Körpergröße zu ermöglichen und ein Auswahlsignal eines vom Benutzer ausgewählten Parametersatzes zu erzeugen, mit einer Ansteuereinrichtung, welche dazu ausgelegt ist, in Abhängigkeit von dem erzeugten Auswahlsignal jeweils ein Steuersignal an jedes der Vielzahl von Sitzeinstellkomponenten zu senden, wobei jedes der Steuersignale jeweils einen der Vielzahl von Parametern des ausgewählten Parametersatzes beinhaltet.
• - Ein Verfahren zum Positionieren eines Fahrzeugsitzes, mit den Schritten: Eingeben einer benutzerindividuellen Körpergröße , Auswählen eines einer Vielzahl von Parametersätzen entsprechend der eingegebenen Körpergröße, welche jeweils eine Vielzahl von Parametern für jeweils eine einer Vielzahl von Sitzeinstellkomponenten des Fahrzeugsitzes aufweisen, über eine Eingabeeinrichtung in dem Fahrzeug; Betätigen einer Schalteinrichtung; Ansteuern einer Vielzahl von Sitzeinstellkomponenten mit jeweils einem Parameter des ausgewählten Parametersatzes zum Positionieren des Fahrzeugsitzes, wobei die Vielzahl von Sitzeinstellkomponenten nur angesteuert werden, solange die Schalteinrichtung betätigt wird; und Erzeugen eines für den die Eingabeeinrichtung betätigenden Benutzer und/oder den Fahrzeuginsassen sensitiv erfassbaren Positioniereindrucks zusätzlich zu dem tatsächlich bei der Positionierung entstehenden Positioniereindruck.
• - Einen Fahrzeugsitz, mit einer Sitzeinstelleinrichtung zur Verstellung der Position des Fahrzeugsitzes, welche eine erfindungsgemäße Positioniervorrichtung aufweist.

Accordingly, it is provided:

• - A positioning device for adjusting the seat position for an adjustable vehicle seat, with a storage device which is designed to store a plurality of parameter sets for vehicle seat settings, each of the plurality of parameter sets having a plurality of parameters for one of a plurality of seat adjustment components of the vehicle seat has, with an input device for inputting the body size, via which a user can be entered individual body size and which is designed to enable the user to select a parameter set from the plurality of parameter sets according to the entered body size and a selection signal of a parameter set selected by the user generate with a control device which is designed to send a control signal to each of the plurality of seat adjustment components in dependence on the generated selection signal, each of the control signals each contains one of the multitude of parameters of the selected parameter set.
• A method for positioning a vehicle seat, comprising the steps of: entering a user-specific body size, selecting one of a plurality of parameter sets corresponding to the entered body size, each of which has a large number of parameters for each of a plurality of seat adjustment components of the vehicle seat an input device in the vehicle; Actuating a switching device; Controlling a plurality of seat adjustment components, each with a parameter of the selected parameter set for positioning the vehicle seat, the plurality of seat adjustment components being activated only as long as the switching device is actuated; and generating a positioning impression that is sensitive to the user operating the input device and / or the vehicle occupant, in addition to the positioning impression that actually occurs during the positioning.
• - A vehicle seat with a seat adjustment device for adjusting the position of the vehicle seat, which has a positioning device according to the invention.

One idea on which the present invention is based is to combine the operation of a large number of adjustment functions of a vehicle seat into an operation of a single selection variable. Different setting parameters of different setting functions can be combined in a suitable predetermined manner into setting parameter sets.

Using the positioning device according to the invention, operation of a large number of seat adjustment components can advantageously be achieved via a single selection variable, so that the vehicle seat can be positioned in conjunction with a large number of adjustment functions. This enables an approximately optimal or approximate setting of the sitting position to be achieved based on the adjusted body size. The user can then - if necessary - e.g. carry out a completely normal and individual adjustment of the seat adjustment according to his wishes.

According to the invention, each of the plurality of parameter sets is assigned to different body sizes of a seat occupant and each of the plurality of parameters of a parameter set is adapted to the respectively assigned body size of the seat occupant.

A different body size of a seat occupant is assigned to each of the large number of parameter sets. Each of the multitude of parameters of a parameter set is adapted to the respectively assigned body size of the seat occupant. This enables the positioning device to be operated intuitively, knowing the body size of the seat occupant, without the exact functionality of the individual seat adjustment components having to be known.

According to the invention, the input device further comprises a switching device. The control device is also designed to send the control signals only as long as the switching device is actuated. The process and the timing of the seat positioning can thus be advantageously controlled by the user himself.

The device according to the invention is also set up to provide the user and / or a vehicle occupant, who actuates the input device and / or a vehicle occupant, with a positioning impression when the vehicle seat is actuated, in addition to the positioning impression that actually occurs during the positioning.

Advantageous refinements and developments result from the further subclaims and from the description with reference to the figures of the drawing.

According to one embodiment, the sensitively detectable positioning impression is an auditory feedback, which consists in the generation of positioning noises of the vehicle seat and / or the amplification of noises arising during the actual positioning of the vehicle seat, or a haptic positioning impression which is noticeable for the seat occupant and which is carried out when executing Positioning steps of the vehicle seat is generated.

According to one embodiment, the plurality of parameter sets can be configured. As a result, the positioning device can be flexibly adapted depending on the vehicle type and / or seat type.

According to a further embodiment, each of the plurality of parameter sets includes further parameters for setting the rearview mirror, steering wheel position and / or foot pedal position. Advantageously, settings of vehicle components close to the seat can thus be automatically adapted to a changed vehicle seat positioning.

According to a further embodiment, a program-controlled device is provided which has the storage direction and / or at least parts of the input device and / or the control device. The program controlled device can e.g. be designed as a microcontroller, which is part of the control unit for seat adjustment and / or seat positioning. Of course, it would also be conceivable for the control device to be arranged completely independently of the seat at any position within the motor vehicle.

The above refinements and developments can, if appropriate, be arbitrary combine with each other. Further possible refinements, developments and implementations of the invention also include combinations of features of the invention described above or below with reference to the exemplary embodiments that are not explicitly mentioned. In particular, the person skilled in the art will also add individual aspects as improvements or additions to the respective basic form of the present invention.

CONTENTS OF THE DRAWING

• 1 eine Positioniervorrichtung gemäß einer Ausführungsform der Erfindung;
• 2 eine schematische Darstellung von in einer Positioniervorrichtung gespeicherten Parametersätzen gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform der Erfindung;
• 3 eine Illustration eines ersten Beispiels für eine Eingabeeinrichtung gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform der Erfindung;
• 4 eine Illustration eines zweiten Beispiels für eine Eingabeeinrichtung gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform der Erfindung; und
• 5 eine schematische Darstellung des Ablaufs eines Verfahrens zum Positionieren eines Fahrzeugsitzes gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform der Erfindung.

The present invention is explained in more detail below with reference to the exemplary embodiments given in the schematic figures of the drawings. It shows:

• 1 a positioning device according to an embodiment of the invention;
• 2nd a schematic representation of parameter sets stored in a positioning device according to a further embodiment of the invention;
• 3rd an illustration of a first example of an input device according to a further embodiment of the invention;
• 4th an illustration of a second example of an input device according to a further embodiment of the invention; and
• 5 is a schematic representation of the sequence of a method for positioning a vehicle seat according to a further embodiment of the invention.

The accompanying drawings are intended to provide further understanding of the embodiments of the invention. They illustrate embodiments and, in connection with the description, serve to explain principles and concepts of the invention. Other embodiments and many of the advantages mentioned result from the drawings. The elements of the drawings are not necessarily shown to scale with respect to one another.

In the figures of the drawing, elements, features and components that are the same, have the same function and have the same effect — unless otherwise stated — are each provided with the same reference symbols.

DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS

1 shows a positioning device 1 according to an embodiment of the invention. The positioning device 1 comprises a storage device 2nd , an input device 3rd and a control device 4th . The control device 4th is with the storage device 2nd and the input device 3rd connected. Furthermore, the control device 4th via control lines with the seat adjustment device 5 connected. The seat adjustment device 5 includes a variety of adjustment components 5a , 5b , 5c . Any of the variety of adjustment components 5a , 5b , 5c is with an actuator or an adjustment device in or on a vehicle seat 6 connected, and designed to adjust the positioning of the vehicle seat via corresponding control signals 6 to make. Examples are in 1 three adjustment components are shown, however any other number of adjustment components is also possible. It is also possible for one adjustment component to have a plurality of adjustment devices for the vehicle seat 6 can control.

The storage device 2nd comprises a memory in which a large number of parameter sets can be stored with a large number of parameters. An exemplary embodiment of the storage device 2nd is in 2nd shown.

The storage device 2nd in 2nd includes parameter sets 7a , 7b , 7i . Three parameter sets are shown here as an example, but any number of parameter sets is possible. For example, in the storage device 2nd 40 Parameter sets 7a , 7b , 7i get saved. The storage device 2nd can be designed to include look-up tables in which parameter sets for different seat configurations are stored. For example, a first parameter set with various parameters can be assigned to a first seat configuration and stored in a first storage unit of a lookup table. It may be possible for the first seat configuration to be assigned to a predefined vehicle seat setting, which in turn is assigned to one or more external variables, such as the body size of a seat occupant.

The parameter sets 7a , 7b , 7i each include a large number of parameters 8a , 8b , 8c , 8d , 8i . The parameters 8a , 8b , 8c , 8d , 8i provide setting variables for a variety of different setting components 5a , 5b , 5c for a vehicle seat 6 For example, the parameter 8a for a height adjustment of the neck support, the parameters 8b for an inclination of the backrest, and the parameters 8c be characteristic of a lateral displacement of the seat. However, it is also possible for further parameters for the other position settings and setting functions to be included in the large number of parameter sets. It is possible that the parameter sets have the same or a different number of parameters. For example, a parameter set can only have a subset of parameters, so that the parameter set can only be used to adjust some of the components of the vehicle seat.

For example, a feature for a seat configuration can be assigned to each of the plurality of parameter sets. For example, different body sizes of the seat occupant can be assigned to the parameter sets. In this case, it can be provided that the plurality of parameters of a parameter set to which a first body size is assigned are matched to the corresponding first body size. For example, the height adjustment of the neck support can be selected to be low for a small first body size. The multiplicity of parameters of a parameter set to which a second body size is assigned can then comprise parameters which are matched to the corresponding second body size and differ from the parameters which are matched to the first body size.

It is also possible to assign other features to the parameter sets, such as weight of the seat occupant, gender of the seat occupant, desired sitting posture (for example "sporty", "comfortable", "back-friendly" or the like) or similar features.

It can be provided that the parameter sets 7a , 7b , 7i are adjustable. It can thereby be achieved that parameter sets change their parameters depending on the seat type, vehicle type, manufacturer or other characteristics and in the storage device 2nd changed can be saved. Such adjustments can be made, for example, by the manufacturer of the vehicle seat. It may also be possible for the user of the vehicle to carry out reprogramming of the parameter sets himself and thus to configure desired seat configurations himself.

The positioning device according to the invention can also be, for example, not a 1 include computing device shown. The computing device can be designed to calculate individual or all parameters of the multiplicity of parameter sets via predetermined parameter calculation instructions. It can be provided, for example, that in the storage device 2nd a parameter calculation instruction is stored, which specifies how a parameter of a parameter set depends on the body size of a seat occupant. It can be provided that in the storage device 2nd one or more basic parameters for one or more parameters of one or more parameter sets are stored, and that the computing device is designed to calculate parameters of one or more parameter sets based on the basic parameter or parameters.

The input device 3rd can be designed to allow a user to select one of the plurality of parameter sets 7a , 7b , 7i to enable and generate a selection signal of a selected parameter set. The selection signal can be sent to the control device 4th be transmitted. The control device then selects from the storage device 3rd those of the multitude of parameter sets 7a , 7b , 7i which corresponds to the selection signal of the user and controls the setting components 5a , 5b , 5c according to the multitude of parameters of the selected parameter set.

The 3rd and 4th show possible embodiments for the input device 3rd . In 3rd includes the input device 3rd a rotary push button 32 which along a scale 31 can be rotated. The rotatable adjustment of the rotary pushbutton 32 be infinitely variable, discreet or snap-in. The scale division 31 can comprise any number of scale parts and can be provided with labels which reflect the assignment features to the multiplicity of parameter sets. For example, the scale division 31 be provided with absolute body size information such as "1.50m", "1.80m" and the like. However, it can also be possible to use relative scales such as "small", "large" or the like on the scale 31 to attach.

By turning the knob 32 a user of the vehicle and / or a seat occupant can select one of the plurality of parameter sets. It can be provided that the control device when the parameter set is selected 4th automatically with the control of the setting components 5a , 5b , 5c begins. However, it can also be provided that the control of the setting components 5a , 5b , 5c is only activated when the rotary pushbutton 32 is pressed. In an alternative embodiment, the rotary push button 32 be designed as a dead man's button, that is, only as long as the rotary push button 32 is held down, the setting components are activated 5a , 5b , 5c . This offers additional security against unintentional adjustment of the seating position. It may also be possible to use the control device 4th to be equipped with a safety shutdown mechanism. For example, in the event of an impending pinching of a finger or other body part in adjustable parts of the vehicle seat, activation by the activation device 4th be automatically interrupted.

It can be provided that depending on the actuation of the input device 3rd one or more actions are initiated, which are a reaction of the positioning device 1 on the actuation of the input device 3rd represent. It can be provided, for example, that when the input device is actuated 3rd a positioning of the vehicle seat 6 he follows. It can be provided that the positioning of the vehicle seat 6 in such a way that the input device 3rd actuating user and / or the vehicle seat occupant is conveyed a sensitively detectable positioning impression. For example, it can be provided that when the input device is actuated 3rd there is an auditory feedback. The auditory feedback can be generated by the positioning of the vehicle seat 6 and / or the gain from the actual positioning of the vehicle seat 6 resulting noise exist. Positioning of the vehicle seat can also be provided 6 via positioning steps on one or more seat components, the execution of which generates a tactile positioning impression that is noticeable to the seat occupant.

4th shows a further embodiment for an input device 3rd . The input device 3rd in 4th has a touch-sensitive surface, for example a touchscreen. The touchscreen can use virtual buttons 41a , 41b include, at the touch of which a selection of a parameter set can be influenced. Display elements can also be used 42 , 43 be provided on the surface, on the basis of which the currently selected seat position can be read. It can of course be similar to that in 3rd it is possible to label the input device according to the assigned characteristics for the parameter sets 3rd according to 4th to provide.

The input device 3rd can on the vehicle seat 6 , be arranged on a tunnel console or a dashboard of the vehicle or a vehicle door. It is clear that other arrangement options are equally possible, for example the input device 3rd be arranged in a mobile remote control.

The control device 4th in 1 can be designed to control further adjustment components that control elements of the vehicle close to the seat. For this purpose, it can be provided, for example, to provide further parameters in the large number of parameter sets for the setting functions of the elements close to the seat. For example, the control device 4th also control adjustment components for the rear view mirror, for exterior mirrors, for foot pedal positions, for steering wheel positions or the like. The parameters for the elements close to the seat can also be adapted to the characteristic assigned to the respective parameter set, such as body size.

5 shows a schematic representation of the sequence of a method for positioning a vehicle seat according to a further embodiment of the invention.

In a first step 51 one of a plurality of parameter sets, each of which has a plurality of parameters for each of a plurality of seat adjustment components of the vehicle seat, is selected via an input device in the vehicle.

In a second step 52 a plurality of seat adjustment components are actuated, each with a parameter of the selected parameter set for positioning the vehicle seat.

The method according to the invention offers a number of advantages. By including little known or little used adjustment functions of the vehicle seat in the positioning configurations, all adjustment functions can be used in an advantageous manner. In addition, a user can also gain knowledge of the functions the user has never known or avoided using.

An advantageous vehicle seat position is reached very quickly by simultaneously actuating many seat components. Due to the possibility of a reconfiguration of parameter sets by a user, the user can independently define preferred positioning configurations, which can then be reached quickly by a simple selection.

By setting different seat components relative to one another and depending on an assigned feature, such as body size, seat positioning can be set approximately optimally in terms of safety. For example, the height of the neckrest (headrest) can be adjusted approximately correctly or approximately optimally to the respective body size of the seat occupant. This setting can e.g. done continuously. However, it would also be conceivable that only a few, dedicated positions of the neck supports are present, one of which is selected on the basis of the body size set.

The possibility of preselecting a seat position depending on features such as body size enables a user to select and adjust a seat position that is as favorable as possible before a passenger gets into the vehicle. For seat occupants who are not yet familiar with the setting functions of the respective vehicle seat, a simple and intuitive introduction to the positioning device can be given.

Although the present invention has been completely described above on the basis of preferred exemplary embodiments, it is not restricted to these but can be modified in a variety of ways.

Vehicles in the sense of this invention can be motor vehicles, in particular passenger cars or lorries, in which at least one vehicle seat for accommodating a seat occupant is located. Vehicle seats include driver seats, front passenger seats or other seats in a vehicle, the positioning or positioning of the subcomponents constituting the seat can be varied in whole or in part by adjusting components. Adjustment components and seat adjustment components in the sense of this invention are devices with the aid of which vehicle seats or parts of vehicle seats can be changed in their positioning, and can comprise actuators, motors, actuators or similar mechatronic elements. Furthermore, adjustment components can also be included in the same way, which can perform positioning functions for components close to the seat, such as rear-view mirrors, side mirrors, steering wheel, foot pedals or similar components.

Input devices in the sense of this invention can comprise devices which can be actuated by a user of the vehicle and / or the vehicle seat and which can generate a selection signal depending on the type and / or duration of actuation. Input devices can include, for example, rotary knobs, push buttons, rotary push buttons, buttons, sliders or similar devices.

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Claims (13)

Positioning device (1) for adjusting the seat position for an adjustable vehicle seat (6), with a storage device (2) which is designed to store a plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) for vehicle seat settings, each of the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) having a plurality of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) for each of a plurality of seat adjustment components (5a, 5b, 5c) of the vehicle seat (6), each of the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) being assigned different body sizes of a seat occupant and each the large number of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) of a parameter set (7a, 7b, 7i) is adapted to the respectively assigned body size of the seat occupant, with an input device (3) for entering the body size, via which a user-specific body size can be entered and which is designed to enable the user to select a parameter set (7a, 7b, 7i) from the plurality (7a, 7b, 7i) according to the input To enable body size and to generate a selection signal of a parameter set selected by the user, with a control device (4), which is designed to send a control signal to each of the plurality of seat adjustment components (5a, 5b, 5c) depending on the generated selection signal, each of the control signals each having one of the plurality of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) of the selected parameter set, wherein the input device (3) comprises a switching device (32; 41a, 41b), and wherein the control device (4) is designed to send the control signals only as long as the switching device (32; 41a, 41b) is actuated, The device is set up to give the user and / or a vehicle seat occupant, who actuates the input device (3) and / or a vehicle seat occupant, an additional, sensitive, detectable positioning impression when positioning the vehicle seat when the input device (3) is actuated. Device after Claim 1 , characterized in that the sensitively ascertainable positioning impression is an auditory feedback, which consists in the generation of positioning noises of the vehicle seat (6) and / or the amplification of noises arising during the actual positioning of the vehicle seat (6), or one more noticeable for the seat occupant more tactile Positioning impression is which is generated when positioning steps of the vehicle seat (6) are carried out. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the input device. (3) comprises a touch-sensitive display unit, a rotary switch and / or a rotary knob. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) is configurable. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each of the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) comprises further parameters for setting the rear view mirror, steering wheel position and / or foot pedal position, and in that the control device (4) is further designed to control signals to be sent to setting components for the rear view mirror, steering wheel position and / or foot pedal position depending on the other parameters. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a program-controlled device is provided which has the memory device (2) and / or parts of the input device (3) and / or the control device (4). Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a computing device is provided which is designed to calculate parameters of a selected parameter set from the storage device (2) as a function of the selection signal with the aid of one or more parameter calculation instructions. Method (50) for positioning a vehicle seat (6) using a device according to one of the Claims 1 to 7 , with the steps: entering a user-specific body size, selecting (51) one of a plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) according to the entered body size, each of which a plurality of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) for each have a plurality of seat adjustment components (5a, 5b, 5c) of the vehicle seat (6), via an input device (3) in the vehicle, each of the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) being assigned to different body sizes of a seat occupant and wherein each of the plurality of parameters (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) of a parameter set (7a, 7b, 7i) is adapted to the respectively assigned body size of the seat occupant; Actuating a switching device (32; 41a, 41b); Actuation (52) of a plurality of seat adjustment components (5a, 5b, 5c), each with a parameter (8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8i) of the selected parameter set for positioning the vehicle seat (6), the plurality of seat adjustment components (5a, 5b , 5c) can only be activated as long as the switching device (32; 41a, 41b) is actuated; and generating a positioning impression which is sensitive to the user operating the input device (3) and / or the vehicle seat occupant, in addition to the positioning impression which actually occurs during the positioning. Procedure according to Claim 8 , characterized in that, depending on the selection, parameters of a selected parameter set are calculated using one or more parameter calculation instructions. Procedure according to Claim 8 or 9 , characterized in that a parameter set (7a, 7b, 7i) is selected via a touch-sensitive display device, a rotary switch and / or a rotary knob. Procedure according to one of the Claims 8 to 10th , characterized in that the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) is configurable. Procedure according to one of the Claims 8 to 11 , characterized in that each of the plurality of parameter sets (7a, 7b, 7i) comprises further parameters for setting the rearview mirror, steering wheel position and / or foot pedal position, and wherein the driving further controls the setting components for rearview mirror, steering wheel position and / or foot pedal position depending covered by the other parameters. Vehicle seat (6), with a seat adjustment device (5) for adjusting the position of the vehicle seat (6), which has a positioning device (1) according to one of the Claims 1 to 7 having.

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