CZ31812U1 - A device for fixing objects in the luggage compartment of a vehicle - Google Patents

Description

Technical field

The invention relates to a device for fixing objects in the luggage compartment of a vehicle, comprising a serpentine body of resilient material provided with fixation elements at least in some places.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

When transporting objects in the luggage compartment of a car, especially in only a partially full luggage compartment, undesirable movement of the transported objects occurs during travel. In practice, a number of solutions are known to overcome this problem.

The luggage compartments of some cars have factory-fitted eyebolts or hooks that are firmly attached to the body to which objects can be lashed. This solution is only suitable for individually transported bulky objects.

Smaller objects are fixed by an overlapping elastic net which is attached to the fastening eyes or hooks. The disadvantage is that the elastic net pressure can damage fragile objects.

Furthermore, folding plastic partitions, so-called "cargo elements", are used, which variablely divide the luggage compartment into smaller sections and thus prevent free movement of the transported objects throughout the luggage compartment. Each such fastening element is formed by pairs of plastic L-profiles which are rotatably connected to each other so that they can be pivoted relative to each other, and on the underside these L-profiles are provided with a Velcro fastening for attachment to the textile carpet at the bottom of the trunk. The disadvantage is that in addition to the higher price, the fact that after dismantling the individual parts occupy space in the luggage compartment.

The utility model CZ 14731 discloses a device for securing transported objects to the trunk surface of a motor vehicle, the surface of which is carpet-like. The device comprises a flexible elongate core provided with a durable sheath having at least one of its elongated side provided with at least one adhesive fastener, which preferably is a Velcro fastener. A disadvantage of such a construction is that the durable sheath prevents easy bending and, by repeated use, it sheaths and deforms.

The aim of the technical solution is to adapt the device according to the utility model CZ 14731 so that it is easy to shape, while not damaging its surface at the places of bends.

The essence of the technical solution

This object is achieved by a device for fixing objects in the luggage compartment of a vehicle comprising a serpentine body of resilient material provided with fixation elements at least in some places according to a technical solution characterized in that the serpentine body is provided with groups of transverse notches .

The device according to the invention is easily bent to the desired shapes, while the bends do not damage the surface of the device.

According to a preferred embodiment, at least in some places of the serpentine body on its opposite sides, two groups of mutually intersecting notches are arranged.

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According to a further preferred embodiment, a flexible strand is axially arranged in the serpentine body, fixed at both ends of the body by means of terminals which protect the body against breakage during rough handling.

The spherical body is preferably made of PE and / or EVA materials.

The fastening elements preferably include a Velcro fastener.

Clarification of drawings

Fig. 1 is a view of the luggage compartment of an automobile in which the luggage is fixed to the floor by a device according to the invention. Fig. 2 shows an example of the operation of the notches when bending a device according to the invention. FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view of the apparatus of the present invention;

Examples of technical solutions

The device for fixing articles 2 in the luggage compartment 3 of the vehicle of Figs. 1 and 2 comprises a serpentine body 1 of square cross section made of a resilient material comprising PE and EVA. The serpentine body 1 is provided in several places with fixing elements 4, in this case with Velcro fasteners, for detachable connection to the carpet floor of the luggage compartment 3 of the vehicle.

The serpentine body 1 is provided at groups of desired bends with groups of transverse notches 5 (see FIGS. 2 and 3) extending perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the body 1 and facilitating bending.

It can be clearly seen in FIG. 2 that when the body X is bent, the notches 5 open and thus facilitate the bending point.

In the illustrated embodiment, two groups of alternately intersecting notches 5 are arranged at selected points of the serpentine body X on its opposite sides, so that the body 1 can be bent to both sides. Moreover, some groups of notches 5 are rotated 90 degrees relative to other groups so that the body 1 can be bent in different planes.

Inside the serpentine body 1 there is axially arranged a flexible braid 6 of braided rubber, fastened at both ends of the body X by means of terminals 7, which protect the body X from breaking during rough handling.

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Claims (5)

An apparatus for fixing articles (2) in the luggage compartment (3) of a vehicle, comprising a serpentine body (1) of resilient material, provided at least in some places with fixing elements (4), characterized in that the serpentine body (1) is provided with groups of transverse notches (5) at the required bends. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that at least at some points of the serpentine body (1), two groups of mutually intersecting notches (5) are arranged on opposite sides thereof. Device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that it is axially in the serpentine body (1) An elastic strand (6) arranged on both ends of the body (1) by means of terminals (7) is arranged. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the serpentine body (1) is made of PE and / or EVA materials. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the fixing elements (4) comprise a Velcro fastener.