DE102005014939A1 - Actuator for vehicle computer, has mobile guides movably arranged and freely adjustable to limit movement of control units on switching surface between control actions with respect to coordinates of centerlines - Google Patents

Abstract

The actuator (1) has two control units operated at the same for controlling and moving on a switching surface with respect to two centerlines between control actions, and third control unit for outputting control instructions. Mobile guides (5.3) are freely adjusted to limit movement of the control units on the switching surface with respect to the coordinates of centerlines. The actuator is arranged and movably held on an even surface (8) which is set horizontally or in inclined manner. The guides may be provided in the form of rolling friction guide or sliding friction guide. An independent claim is included for the vehicle computer.

Description

The The invention relates to an operating element for controlling a vehicle computer and the functions of attached systems or assemblies a vehicle, with two simultaneously operated control parts to control a button in two major axes x / y and with essentially analogous Movements between the operator actions at the for the main axes x / y competent Control panel sharing and the button on the output unit, wherein the operating element at least over a further, third operating element part for triggering of control commands. The invention also relates to the equipment one with a Control element according to the invention operated vehicle computer with interfaces.

One The aforementioned control is previously part of vehicles a central operating system with a vehicle computer (computer), the is adapted to the specific needs of a vehicle and to which the systems and assemblies to be controlled are connected. The operating element serves as an input unit and is together with at least an output unit connected to the computer. It controls the Functions of a vehicle computer using a graphical user interface and using defined and structured commands. As output unit find flat displays use, but also other output units can be connected. The input and output units are as well as the ones to be controlled Systems and devices either over Cable or wirelessly connected to the computer. To control the Functions of the vehicle computer is on an output unit, analog the area stationary Computers, such as PCs, a movable by the control and graphically different representable button displayed. With the button are marked in textual or symbolized commands. The trigger a marked command is performed by a third control part with a command device. The control element can be used to control other functions, in particular for switching to non-simultaneously displayable, hierarchical Structures include further control parts. With the calculator can also various assistance systems be connected, in particular a parallel acoustic input of commands and an acoustic or optical output of actual value messages allow.

In the DE 102004040687.1 is a generic control described. This control element consists of two control element parts which can be actuated simultaneously, with which the control of a button in two main axes x / y can take place with substantially analogous movements between the control actions on the control element and the button on an output unit, whereby these two control parts do not assigned to other functions. While one control element part is responsible for the column-wise movement of the button, the other control part takes over the line-by-line movement of the button on the output device. On control surfaces, movements are progressively transferable in one go, which on the output unit also generate progressive movements of a button in the direction of the path traveled during the actuation. As a result, the button can be moved over a longer section at one go and several commands can be triggered one after the other. The control element parts responsible for the main axes x / y are equipped either with setpoint sensors or with setpoint devices and command devices. The setpoint sensors detect a directional movement transmitted on the operating surface and convert this into an electrical signal which serves the computer as setpoint input for the realization of a button movement. An actuation of the two responsible for the main axes control parts is possible without changing the Umfassungsgriffes on the handle and without additional switching operations. A third control element part triggers the control commands marked on the output unit by the button. The control element allows the use of a structured according to a coordinate system command structure and it can also be supplemented with other command devices for switching to not simultaneously representable command structures. However, the disadvantage can have the effect that several individual fingers of the operator's hand are always required to control the button in the two main axes.

From the DE 197 32 287 has been known a multifunction control device with a bi-directionally rotatable and axially movable switching element for selecting input commands, in which a switching member is pivotally mounted. With this operating device, the selection of a control command in addition to the rotation / pressure actuation of an actuating head can also be effected by a pivoting movement in either the axis x or the axis y, wherein at the end points of a movement direction buttons are arranged, which are actuated upon reaching the end point. With this operating device, movements running analogously between the operating actions on the actuating head and the button on the output unit can indeed be realized in the two main axes x / y. Overall, however, it does not correspond to an initially defined, generic control element. There are no two simultaneously operated Bedie nelement parts are available for the movement of a button in the two main axes x / y, whereby movements in these axes can not be transmitted simultaneously. Therefore, this operating device has disadvantages that adversely affect the fastest possible operation.

In the DE 101 31 039 is called another control element for a vehicle computer system. This can indeed be done limited to a sector rotary motion, but this control is also not to be regarded as a generic, initially defined control. There are no two concurrently actuatable operating parts available for movement of a button in the two main axes, which also has drawbacks associated with rapid operation.

Out the computer area is the input device one with the computer per Cable or wireless connected, so-called mouse has long been known. Only with this input unit is a comfortable and fast Use of computers and user programs by means of a graphical user interface possible become. In particular, one can use the mouse in various forms freely movable and positioned button on an output unit as well as an entry point are highlighted and an input command is triggered. The free mobility is controlled by a simultaneous operation of a Control element part for reaches the x-axis and a control part for the y-axis. The button is dependent from the respectively executed Function, for example, in the form of a pointer, vertical stroke or a crosshair. For today User programs is the free mobility of the mouse for positioning the mouse button at any point of a display of vital importance, because it's the only way to make a quick and comfortable interaction possible for example, an entry point for text or graphic characters to highlight or move selected text to a clipboard to select an option from a menu. The Mouse movements work well with the movements of the button Assign to the display, as recorded essentially analog movements are. Moving the mouse forward creates a button movement to the top of the display and mouse movements to the operator a reverse button motion. Equally clear are the left, right or oblique movements assigned.

The Computer mouse has at least two setpoint generator, which in each a main axis x / y capture the actual values of the movements in electrical signals convert and forward as setpoint to the computer. On the display surface is a movement of the button resulting from the movement in the x- and y-axis.

to direct detection of movements of the mouse are so far different Systems have become known, using mechanical systems for a long time which were detecting movements in the 90 ° offset Main axes, for example by means of a movable in a guide hold held and acted upon by the force of a spring ball. The ball rotates with the movement of the mouse in a plane and transmits the rotations on each one assigned to the main axes and offset by 90 ° mutually arranged wave, to which one each with even divisions attached wheel is attached. The wheel moves through a photoelectric barrier and thus generates an electrical signal corresponding to the direction. Meanwhile, other systems for detecting directional movements become known an input unit. For newer optical systems Setpoint transmitters are used in which mouse movements are non-contact be recorded. The area assigned to the input unit becomes while the movement optically scanned, the associated area a may have special coating.

The Mouse handling is done on stationary or portable computers in an area in front of or next to the output unit. The use The mouse advantageously requires a flat, fixed and nearly horizontally aligned surface. These conditions ensure one intended operation and during the Not in use a stable rest position.

All in all has the input unit computer mouse over a much larger range of functions as previously known controls for vehicle computers. However, that is Such an input unit under a variety of conditions of Vehicles for the road, Sea or air traffic not or only conditionally to control a Vehicle computer suitable. The use of this input device in vehicles for the Road traffic is due to the special conditions, especially because of the driving operation even on rough roads, at all not possible.

So far, a vehicle computer has been used for solving tasks that are directly related to the vehicle, such as the setting of the air conditioning, the control of radio or TV or the entry of destinations in a control system. The control of the systems connected to the computer therefore takes place in such a way that with a control element adapted to these tasks, a control command is sequenced from a plurality of already defined commands was selected and this option was confirmed with a command device. However, there is an increasing need to be able to do conventional work with a computer in vehicles as well. In particular, in areas such as the field, the service or in sales, such a need exists. So far, it is common to use portable computers, which are either additionally installed in a vehicle or there are only temporarily. On the one hand, this requires an effort for the permanent transport of a portable computer and, on the other hand, such a practice already exploits components of a computer that are already installed in a vehicle only to a small extent. In addition, due to the state of the art and new technologies, there will also be a need for a more versatile vehicle computer for an extended circle of vehicle users, who can perform similar tasks with a conventional program structure, such as a PC. Such a requirement for a larger range of functions is derived, for example, from the field of information exchange by means of text messages by e-mail or SMS, which is already being used on a very large scale. The basis for this are mobile and internet connections. Both functions can be realized with the help of a vehicle computer.

Of the Invention is based on the object, a vehicle computer a Versatile application with a simple, fast and comfortable To allow operation.

Solved is the Task in that in a vehicle, a control with different executable guides is limited movable and thus a button on an output unit to be controlled coordinates of the main axes x / y is freely adjustable.

By the free movement of the control element allows the button in one Train, for example, obliquely over the the whole area move the output unit directly to any point, where advantageous analog movements between the control and the button to be recorded. Because of this, this control has similar Advantages, like the mouse of a stationary computer and it is with it meets the basic requirement, a vehicle computer an equally extensive application to open up like a stationary one Computer. At a vehicle computer can thus also known User programs and operating systems with graphical user interface comfortable and be processed quickly.

The different executable Guided tours can be under various conditions in vehicles a safe arrangement and ensure free movement of the control element, whereby always a comfortable handling is given.

The different executable Locking devices or the arrangement of the operating element or in a box the maintenance of a stationary one under most different conditions Positioning of the operating element in its rest position. Also becomes thereby the actuation single control parts in a resting position of the whole Operating element achieved.

By the conversion of control element movements into analogous movements a button on the output unit, i. the essentially given match between both movements, becomes an intuitive and interpretation-free Operation guaranteed. A equipped with this control vehicle computer and the entire central vehicle operating system therefore requires only one low learning time.

Especially the operation of the central control system for vehicles can be advantageous done in two different modes. In a first mode can control a button on output devices after Rows and columns are made with a sequentially movable button and in a second mode, a button can be completely free and obliquely across the surface of the Output unit led become. The selection of an operating mode can be done on the software side without changeover specifications be set. Equally advantageous may be by a switching option one of the two modes be enforced. At an intended Movement of the button After lines and columns, the rough direction selection is evaluated the angle of movement with respect to one of the major axes x / y on the software side recognized and the most unidirectional movement becomes the priority execution assigned. One in the movement of the button too strong of the main axes deviating movement angle leads doing a resulting, free movement of the button. The Choosing one of the two modes will be beneficial with a the control element associated and easy to use command device achieved.

The respective operating mode used is advantageously visible on the output unit. In addition, recognition of the currently used operating mode is possible in that in the first mode of operation the button corresponds only to an optically highlighted, differently dimensioned area with graphics and / or text and only in the second case is used as a pointer, vertical line or crosshair button used.

With The control can be used when executing a program for control Of vehicle functions in an advantageous manner the organization of Control commands are supported according to a coordinate system, with individual commands in menus, Menus in menu groups and menu groups in levels are summarized. This organization of control commands guaranteed a great clarity. Peer-to-peer structures can coexist or line by line and hierarchically different command structures on top of each other or be arranged in columns, with the highest ranking structure above or arranged in front. Such a structure can be an operator Immediately understand and learn quickly and operations from it derived. With a movement of a control part forward so are always parent Command structures achieved and vice versa and with lateral or Line by line movements of the control element or a control element part there is always access to equivalent structures.

For basic use can the free mobility of the control for fast control of keys of a keyboard simulated on the output unit be used. Entered successively using the Enter key Can sign so step by step Step strings are created. For only occasional input of text characters, for example for sending text messages In the form of emails or SMS, this simple method already demonstrates Advantages.

With This control element has advantages over a touchpad control unit, with which also a button on an output unit can be freely moved freely. Unlike a touchpad system can in the control element according to the invention the free movement of a button, however, by means of a handle and a constant handling and actuation of the handle assigned, fixed command devices will be realized. As a result, there is already a haptic distinction individual elements and the operation a vehicle computer can without visual contact to a control unit and with a resulting less distraction from traffic be made.

The Handling of the control element according to the invention in the two main axes x / y can advantageously exclusively with the palm of your hand respectively. This increases the comfort and the speed at the Operation, since the fingers of the operator's hand can be used for other tasks, e.g. for the activity an input button, unlocking a locking device, the operation a transmission element or the operation other setpoint generator or command devices. At the different Execution options of the pistol grip offers a particularly convex shaped support surface for the hand the operator always a sufficient grip and forward subsequent Boom sufficient attack surface for the single finger.

Farther is an advantage that the control element on several control parts simultaneously and with smooth transitions. A Both sides of the boom mounted thumb and finger pad improved the hold in particular of the thumb and the opposite attacking fingers while various operating actions.

The execution of the third control part assigned as the index finger Key is in agreement with the usual input device of the computer mouse. Due to this familiar arrangement many users become the learning time for a vehicle computer system shortened and allows intuitive working immediately.

The fourth control part can be the functional scope of the entire Further increase the operating element, by making a simplified switchover to each in the main axes adjacent command structures in window steps. The assigned to the end points of the movements in the two main axes Allow command devices thus a change the current window in four directions. thereby can for example by means of force in one direction of the row axis x the entire window detail with the button quickly to the next displayable page of a peer menu or peer Plane to be moved. When applying force in the direction of the column axis y forward can also be a quick change to a parent Hierarchical level. By the possibility of this control part also essentially with the palm of your hand to press, can while This operator's hand fingers with flowing transitions for the execution of another Operating functions are used.

The fifth control element part, which consists of a transmission element, offers the advantage of interacting with individual contents of display representations while maintaining an overall presentation or, for example, the continuous display of several pages of one and the same menu with an otherwise fixed control element. Thus, among other things, in the control of vehicle systems, individual parameters, such as the setpoint specifications for an air conditioner can be set without a renewed actuation of the control element in a main axis. Advantageously, thereby fine-scale changes can be made to systems while driving. This advantage becomes clear, for example, when working on programs with word processing or viewing, long documents or longer websites. An embodiment of this control element part with the arrangement of each one transmission element for the x- and y-axis allows the advantageous use of this function in two axes.

With the sixth control element part is advantageous solid bond the movement of the button lifted to the movement of the control, bringing the control without a change the button position can be moved to the assignment of the control element to the button position to be redefined. The simplest realization of this feature can achieved by the use of an elastic traction means guide be, with the control by lifting, similar to the operation a computer mouse, is adjustable to a new position. Beside this possibility the control with ineffective button movement to a new position to adjust, the other variant allows an application even at such guides, where a lifting of the control is not possible or only to a limited extent. In this variant, the operating element can be advantageous in one areal Operating position remain and it is only a command device operated, with an interruption of the setpoint generator to the computer further passed electrical signal is achieved. This control part To a limited extent, it can also be advantageous for adaptation to a specific one Sitting position of the operator to be used.

With the seventh control part supports this control in advantageously different acting together with the vehicle computer Assistance systems. For example, the interaction with an acoustic assistance system with a parallel voice output of displayed control commands. This can be a command device this Control element part as a parallel input key especially for the confirmation of acoustically communicated input options, thereby central point of operation of the system without visual contact to the output unit allows and thus the distraction from the traffic is minimized. At this control part also proves the special design of the operation knob in a different and different from the profile shape design as advantageous, since in this way already a purely haptic Differentiation to other control devices of the control element given is. This control part can also be used for interacting with others Assistance systems are used, for example, for systems with an additional optical output of options, using as output unit e.g. one Head-Up Display can be used.

Further on the handle arranged, freely progarmmierbare command devices allow the realization of a individually to the needs user-customized input device.

By the possibilities an inventive control element both a substantially horizontal surface parallel to the vehicle floor as well as a sloped surface assign this control element can be used in a variety of spatial conditions and in a variety of different vehicles use. A variably adjustable arrangement of the entire control allows an individual adjustment of the position of use to the wishes and Conditions of different users. The common arrangement of Control element and the associated armrest on an adjustable Mounting plate and the push-button release and adjustment enable a simple as well as fast and comfortable adaptation to the operator.

A Safe handling of the control element is ensured by the assignment of armrests achieved, the control advantageous to already existing armrests can be adjusted or parts of the control can be integrated into it can. The with open spaces provided armrests allow an advantageous concealed installation of control element guides. Assigned armrests can Furthermore as a box for the rest position of the control element can be used. Releasable and especially hinged armrests ensure a fast Access to the guides.

A furthermore advantageous embodiment is through the detachable Arrangement of the control element given to the vehicle. Especially the Use of mechanical and electrical connectors guaranteed Here, a quick installation and easy replacement.

The object underlying the invention is also achieved by an extended equipment of a powered with an operating element of the invention vehicle computer. Analogous to a stationary computer, for example a PC, the embodiment with interfaces for the connection of one or more additional input units and a division of labor is one of these Interface connected input unit, such as a keyboard, provided with a control element according to the invention.

Also by the combined use of a control element according to the invention At least with the input unit keyboard can be a vehicle computer opened up a larger field of application become. Similar like a stationary one Computer can allow a user on a vehicle computer many conventional Programs and also operating systems with a graphical user interface and with a familiar menu structure work quickly and easily and also does not require any time for others to learn operating programs deviating. As an advantage turns out a combined use of these input units also in terms of radio-based information exchange over networks, e.g. about the Internet.

The advantageous embodiment the interfaces as a standardized connector and their arrangement in an easily accessible Location allows the use of various and besides the connection of not stationary arranged in the vehicle input units. By a multiple Arrangement of interfaces on a vehicle computer and possibly one distributed in the vehicle arrangement of connectors can be a connection of additional Input units on all seats are possible. One with one flexible cable or keyboard equipped with wireless technology has special Advantages, as these in a user-preferred position of use can be used, the connection using wireless technology the use value increased again. A safe and protected from dust Arrangement of additional Input units in a rest position is characterized by their arrangement in an easily accessible one Box reached. By the possibilities the arrangement of this box in the most different places of a Vehicle can be used from all seats ensures quick access become.

By the joint arrangement of a control element according to the invention with a Keyboard on a console is a compact input unit for vehicle computers created a similarly advantageous Operation of programs allowed, as on a stationary computer. A console forms on the one hand, similar like a desk, a solid pad for both input units. In addition, it still ensures a stationary Arrangement with a substantially fixed distance between both Operating units.

through the resting arrangement of a console in one in different places A vehicle installable box will also protect this system from dust protected Storage and fast access possible. The attachment of this box on the backrest a vehicle seat provides a particularly advantageous arrangement for rear passengers one Vehicle is because here given a particularly large, desk-shaped support surface is and the box by opening easily and quickly from a stop be transferred in the rest position to a stop in a favorable position of use can. The advantage here is that the console at the same time as shell for the Box is formed. The box for However, a console can also be beneficial at other locations in the vehicle be arranged.

By the arrangement of various interfaces on a vehicle computer In addition to keyboards, microphones can also be connected, which interacts with them of the control element according to the invention with a variety of programs with voice control is enabled.

The as advantages already mentioned and in the description still following Features characterize only a part of the execution options. The included technical means can Of course also find use in other combinations or on their own.

The Control element according to the invention especially in powered vehicles, e.g. Passenger cars, Commercial vehicles, ships or aircraft. It can however, also, e.g. in the execution with a Zugmittelführung, be alone on a console. Due to the advantageous Performance characteristics proves to be a use of the control especially on portable computers as advantageous, wherein Solve it with a console and limited to these computers next to the keyboard or The display can be attached and in almost any position of use is ready for use. Because of its usage properties that is Control element also for an operation under special conditions with reduced Gravitational force suitable.

The Invention will be with reference to 8 embodiments explained. In the associated Drawings show:

1 a side view of a control element according to a first embodiment

2 the operating element after 1 but in a plan view

3 the operating element after 1 with hidden components

4 the operating element after 2 with hidden components

5 a plan view of the lower part of the operating element

6 a side view of the lower part with inserted intermediate bottom

7 a side view of the lower part alone

8th a side view of the false floor

9 a plan view of the lower part with inserted intermediate bottom

10 a detailed description of the guide pin 5.3 according to section line AA

11 a side view with hidden parts in an armrest

12 a top view 12

13 a side view of a control element according to a second embodiment

14 a rear view too 13

15 a plan view too 13

16 an operating element after 13 in an inclined mounting position on a center console

17 a plan view too 16

18 a single illustration with locking device 20

19 a plan view of a base plate without built-in parts

20 a plan view of a base plate with built-in parts

21 a view of a floor plate without built-in parts

22 a view of a base plate with built-in parts

23 an enlarged view of an actuating lever

24 an enlarged view of components of a first control element part

25 a representation after 23 in a side view

26 a plan view of a control with armrest according to a third embodiment

27 a side view too 26

28 a plan view of an operating element according to a fourth embodiment

29 a plan view of the control after 28 with a changed position

30 a side view too 29

31 a side view of the control element in a middle position

32 a plan view of an adjustably arranged control with armrest, in a reduced view

33 a side view of an adjustably arranged control after 32

34 a plan view of an operating element according to a fifth embodiment

35 a side view after 34

36 a plan view of an operating element after 34 with armrest, in a reduced representation

37 a side view after 36

38 a plan view of an operating element according to a sixth embodiment

39 a side view after 38

40 a rear view after 38

41 a plan view of a base plate without built-in parts

42 a plan view of a base plate with built-in parts

43 a view of a floor plate without built-in parts

44 a view of a base plate with built-in parts

45 a control in a plan view with armrest and in a reduced view

46 an operating element after 45 in a changed position

47 an operating element after 45 in a side view

48 a single representation of an operating lever

49 an individual representation of parts of the locking device

50 an enlarged view of components of a first control element part in a side view

51 a representation after 50 in a front view

52 a plan view of an operating element according to a seventh embodiment with armrest

53 an operating element after 52 in a changed position

54 an operating element after 52 in a side view

55 an operating element according to an eighth embodiment in a common arrangement with a keyboard on a console

56 a side view after 55 Common features for all embodiments are:
The vehicle computer is designed as a full-fledged computer and can analogously have a PC on a versatile equipment with various modules. Interfaces for the connection of more than one operating element are advantageously provided on the vehicle computer, in order at least to allow access to the vehicle computer from seats located behind the driver. In addition, the vehicle computer further interfaces for the connection of additional input units, which interact with the control element according to the invention. These interfaces are advantageously designed as standardized connectors, which are located in the vehicle at an easily accessible and preferably provided with a detachable cover location. A keyboard connected to such an interface and remaining permanently in the vehicle is arranged, in particular, in the area of the center console, the instrument panel, the door panels or the seat backs and preferably concealed in a box and can, if required, be converted into a position of use that can be selected essentially by the operator. The additional input units can also be firmly connected to vehicle parts and transferred by means of various executable devices from a rest position to a position of use.

The components for detecting movements of the operating element 1 or of movements on or from control element parts are defined as a setpoint generator, which detect a directional movement as an actual value and convert it into electrical signals. This signal is forwarded to the computer as setpoint specification for a movement of the button on the display. It can be a variety of commercially available or specially adapted to the particular conditions setpoint generator for detecting linear or arcuate movements use. Also, the surfaces associated with the control element can have a different structure and structure, on the one hand to meet the requirements of the respectively used system of setpoint generators and, on the other hand, to realize a use of the control element under a variety of local conditions. In all embodiments, the detection of movements is shown essentially by means of commercial, mechanical systems that have long been known and are used to a large extent in various input devices. The application of optical systems can simplify the structure of the control element, in particular with regard to detection of movements in two levels.

The used command devices are as buttons with NO contacts or openers and preferably designed as a micro-probe.

The Movement axes of the first and second control element part are are defined as main axes and correspond to the x / y-axes of a right-angled one Coordinate system, wherein the y-axis substantially in Fahrzeuglängs- or is aligned in the direction of the operator.

The Operating element has in each embodiment a handle for the attack the operator's hand, which may be different. Preferably is this handle elongated with a support surface trained and has a forward towards the vehicle front subsequent Outrigger on. A control of the movements of the operating element in the main axes x / y is preferably done with the whole operator hand, while the fingers of the operator hand for an operation are provided by setpoint or command devices, which be arranged in different numbers and shape on the boom can.

In 1 to 12 a first embodiment is shown. 1 and 2 show one on the center console 2 angeord a vehicle net control element 1 with an associated armrest 9 , The operating element 1 consists of an elongated handle 3 with a support surface 3.1 and a cantilever extending toward the vehicle front 4 , On the center console 2 surrounds the control 1 a flat surface 8th , The operating element 1 consists of an upper housing part 36 , a housing lower part 37 and an intermediate floor 38 with an elevated level 39 , The lower part 37 is with sliding feet 61 provided with which the operating element 1 on the surface 8th is movable. The intermediate floor 38 lies on a circumferential edge 60 of the lower part 37 on. In the lower part 37 is a circuit board 33 for receiving the electronic components of the operating element 1 attached. The lower part 37 is still with a free space 59 to engage a tab 58 of the upper part 36 and with a free space 56 for engaging a detent 55 of the upper part 36 Mistake. The intermediate floor 38 also has an implementation 57 for the catch 55 on. In assembled state become upper part 36 and lower part 37 by the engagement of the detent 55 in the open space 59 and one through the tab 58 guided countersunk screw 45 kept, with the intermediate floor 38 through the shell 36 is fixed in its installed position. In the lower part 37 and in the intermediate floor levels 38 . 39 are to carry out a guide pin 5.3 circular holes 40 . 42 . 43 incorporated. Such a hole 40.1 is congruent in the circuit board 33 available. A ball 32 is in a housing 32.2 by means of a lockable disc 32.3 movably held and has by a Senkloch 41 in the lower part 38 a contact to the surface 8th , In the elevated level 39 becomes the ball 32 from a hole 44 enclosed. Limited held movable is the control 1 through a guide 5 , which in this embodiment of a guide pin 5.3 and the hole 40 and one each as a guide disc 5.10 trained lower disc 50 and upper disc 51 in cooperation with the elevated level 39 of the false floor is formed. The guide pin 5.3 is in the center console 2 with a flange 46 and fastened screws not shown here. In the horizontal plane limit the guide pin 5.3 and the edge of the hole 40 the movement of the control element 1 and in the vertical plane this gets through the stop of the raised plane 39 of the false bottom at the guide disc 5.10 / 51 limited. The diameter of the holes 40 . 42 . 43 is executed so large and adapted to the mobility of the button, that despite its circular execution on the rectangular display surface every point with the button is reached. However, there is also the possibility of the holes 40 . 42 . 43 perform as a square cutouts and in this way an adaptation to the shape of the display with a better use of the range of motion of the control 1 to reach. The guide pin 5.3 has, as in 10 to recognize, over a lower section 47 , a stepped middle section 48 and a stepped upper section 49 , At the middle section 48 is a helical compression spring 53 stuck on the edge of the lower section 47 supports and the lower disc 5.10 / 50 against the bottom of the raised level 39 of the false floor. At the top of the middle section 48 is the upper disc 5.10 / 51 on and through one on a thread of the upper section 49 attached mother 52 held to it. By the force of the spring 53 becomes the operating element 1 over the glass 5.10 / 50 with the intermediate floor 39 against the upper disc 5.10 / 51 pressed, causing the entire control 1 at a defined distance from the surface 8th held in a fixed and stationary position, leaving a gap between the control element 1 and area 8th forms. The aforementioned arrangement forms a locking device 20 ,

By an action of the operator's hand on the handle 3 in the direction of the vehicle floor, the control element 1 be transferred from the fixed position to an operating position, wherein the upper disc 5.10 / 51 the force of the acting operator hand on the upper side of the false floor 39 transfers and the control 1 up to the plant of the sliding feet 61 on the surface 8th emotional. Already before installation of the sliding feet 61 on the surface 8th has the ball 32 Contact to the surface 8th , The spring force in the rest position can be adjusted so that the operating element 1 already transferred by the weight of the operator's hand from the rest position to the operating position and still sufficient force on the disc 5.10 / 50 acts on the control 1 to keep in the rest position. A selected clamping force of the spring 53 also sets a movement of the control 1 in the horizontal plane a sufficiently low resistance during a sliding movement of the upper disc 5.10 / 51 at the intermediate floor 39 opposite. In this embodiment, some parts of the guides 5 at the same time components of the locking device 20 with which the operating element 1 is held in a fixed, stationary position. This is how the upper disc serves 5.10 / 51 and the elevated level 39 both the purpose of the guides 5 as well as the locking device 20 ,

In 11 and 12 is this embodiment with an extended, based on the magnetic attraction locking device 20 to see, with the operating element 1 with one with the bottom part 37 connected boom 5.9.1 provided in one of the armrest 9 formed box 69 protrudes into it and from the open space 29 is enclosed. The upper surface of the boom 5.9.1 and the boundary surfaces 5.12 the box 69 become magnetic through their training attractive areas 5.11 held together. This is achieved, for example, by coating at least one of these paired surfaces with a material having permanent-magnetic properties and assigning a magnetically active coating to the other surface. The in the rest position of the control element 1 contiguous surfaces 5.11 are caused by the action of the operator's hand and the movement of the operating element 1 separated in the vertical direction, in which case on this way in the operating position, the magnetically acting locking device due to the greater distance of the magnetic surfaces 5.11 becomes ineffective.

The guide pin 5.3 has a hole made in the central longitudinal axis 54 on, through which the supply cable 35 of the operating element 1 led into the interior. The supply cable 35 is via a plug connection 34 on the circuit board 33 guided. However, there is, as already mentioned, the possibility also in this embodiment, the control 1 connect to the vehicle computer by means of a radio technology and the control element 1 to supply only one operating voltage. This operating voltage can, for example, by means of within the control element 1 mounted sliding contacts on the guide pin 5.3 be tapped. This is a pole on the guide pin 5.3 and the other pole at one in the hole 54 permanently attached and insulated contact pin applied. This version has opposite to an arrangement of energy storage in the control 1 even the advantage that no further space is claimed and the power supply can be tapped either on the electrical system or is led by separate batteries or batteries zoom, which are arranged in an easily accessible place.

The operating element 1 has a first control part for generating button movements in the major axes x / y 11 and a second control part 12 , This detects movements in the x / y axes offset by 90 °, converts them into an electrical signal and forwards them to the computer as a setpoint value for the button movement. As already mentioned, the execution of this control parts 11 . 12 by way of example with the aid of a system in which mechanical means already known from the computer mouse are used. A detailed arrangement of the control parts 11 . 12 is shown by way of example only in drawings on the basis of the execution of the technical means well known from the computer mouse ago and is in 28 . 31 to recognize the drawings again. The movement of the ball 32 is by means of a spring 32.1 on the axes of separate setpoint generators for the first and second control element part 11 . 12 transmitted and generated by means of light barriers an electrical signal which corresponds to a direction of movement.

A third control part 13 consists of a microprobe 13.1 and one on the boom 4 arranged actuating button 13.2 , When force on the advantageously larger trained actuator button 13.2 towards the vehicle floor becomes one at the intermediate floor 38 attached ram 62 pressed down and the button 13.1 This activates, for example, with which an input command marked by the button can be triggered or the button can be positioned at a certain point of the display. Generally, the enter key can 13 All functions of an input key are assigned to a computer mouse.

A fifth control part 15 fulfills a special function of the operating element 1 , This makes it possible, with a total fixed control 1 without moving this to edit certain contents of pages displayed on the display and, for example, to adjust only the parameters of a part of the air conditioning or to move the display window in representations with longer pages. In this embodiment, the fifth operating part becomes 15 from a fingerpad-type fingerprint pad to be operated in the y-axis 15.1 formed, but for this function, other setpoint generator can be used, for example, a scroll wheel or a slider with individual Raststufungen. Likewise, the fifth control element part 15 additionally be supplemented by a part to be operated in the x-axis and preferably designed as a scroll wheel.

A sixth control part 16 includes a micro button 16.1 and an advantageously increased for the purpose of easy haptic differentiation operation button 16.2 , It serves the new positioning of the operating element 1 without a movement of the button. When operating the control knob 16.2 interrupts the button 16.1 by means of opener, the forwarding of the electrical signal of the first and second control element part 11 . 12 to the vehicle computer, eliminating the operating element 1 can be moved without a button movement. This makes it possible, the limited movably held control 1 to reposition, to use the latitude to adapt to the current position of the button, or to take into account, within limits, the individual seating position of the operator. While in this embodiment, the operating element 1 Already by reducing the weight of the operator's hand can be easily adjusted to a position with ineffective button movement, the advantages of this function come mainly to those described below Example embodiments apply.

On the boom 4 is diagonally offset also an increased executed operating button 17.2 appropriate. He is like the microtaster 17.1 Part of a seventh control element part 17 with which specifically allows interaction with assistance systems that are connected to the vehicle computer. The button 17.1 For example, it can be used for confirmation by the operator of visually or acoustically notified input options. Through this separate input function and its triggering by means of a different finger than for the normal input function with the third control element part 13 This advantageous feature is particularly easy to distinguish and execute quickly.

The with the help of the control knob 7.2 and a pestle 62 to be pressed button 7 fulfills another special function and serves to switch between two operating modes in which programs of the vehicle computer can be operated. For the operation of some programs or functions of a vehicle computer control by means of a movable in sequential steps and changeable button is completely sufficient. For these cases, the software can either specify a movement of the button exclusively according to lines and columns, or this can be done by means of the button 7 be forced by a switching command. By repeated operation, this function can be switched off again.

In 13 to 25 a second embodiment is shown. Here is the control 1 with a socket pin 138 provided with a base plate 130 is firmly connected. With the base pin 138 is the operating element 1 in a guide sleeve 154 on a forward sloping leading edge of a center console 2 rotatably mounted. socket pin 138 and sleeve 154 form a plug connection with the operating element 1 releasably connected to the vehicle, wherein the base pin 138 by means of a groove 139 stored and provided with a slot spring ring 156 in one in the guide sleeve 154 attached, circumferential groove 155 is fixed. In 13 . 14 . 18 is the arrangement of the base pin 138 to recognize.

The operating element 1 has here, as in 18 can be seen over two construction levels, one level from the base plate 130 is formed and the other from a base plate 140 of the operating element 1 consists. While the base plate 130 with the socket pin 138 is rotatably mounted, are the operating element 1 with the bottom plate 140 and the base plate 130 slidably connected, this displacement device 5.2 by means of guide slots 146 in the side walls of the control element 1 is realized, in which one on both sides of the base plate 130 attached, graduated edge 129 outsourced. In 20 you can see that on the base plate 130 the first control part 11 to 11.5 , Parts of the locking device 20 , Parts of the guide 5 and the sliding feet 131 in holes 132 are attached.

The movement of the operating element 1 is in this embodiment in the first and second control part 11 . 12 each separated and recorded in two levels, the direct detection not via a ball, but by means of a respective friction wheel 23 with contact to the surface 8th or contact to the base plate 130 he follows. The friction wheel associated with the x-axis 23 of the first control part 11 Hereby executes on a sector a circular arc-shaped movement. For detecting the movement on the surface 8th is the base plate with a cutout 133 Mistake. The friction wheel 23 is in camp stands 11.3 rotatable and against the surface 8th slidably mounted. Details of this are in the drawings in 24 . 25 to recognize. The on the surface 8th tapped, executed on a circular arc rotational movement of the control element 1 is at the periphery of the wheel 23 via a gear wheel 23.1 on the wave 11.5 a wheel provided with uniform pitch slots 11.4 transfer. For the purpose of high friction are the wheels 23 . 23.1 provided on the circumference with a friction-increasing, for example, rubberized layer. The mating of the wheels 23 . 23.1 and the contact of the wheel 23 to the surface 8th is through two on the shaft of the gear 23.1 in the direction of the area 8th attacking and getting in a hole in the slot of the bearing blocks 11.3 supporting spring elements 117 achieved with a preloaded ring spring. The permanent contact of the shaft held in a slot on one side 11.5 to the gear wheel 23.1 put one in the bearing block of the wheel 11.4 attached and tensioned by a pin bar spring 11.7 ago. For the setpoint generator of the second control element part 12 the same, aforementioned components are provided, wherein the friction wheel 23 here through a section 141.1 the bottom plate 140 is guided, ensures the permanent contact with the base plate and only the displacement of the control element 1 opposite the base plate 130 detected.

In 20 they are at the base plate 130 attached and consisting of the following parts locking device 20 to see. At a bearing pin 135 are two levers 148 rotatably mounted on each other and each of a bow spring 149 on each a stop pin 134 held. Both operating levers 148 are with lifting elements 145 provided, which have in the profile over a wedge-shaped Auftbau. With these lifting elements 145 becomes that part of the locking device 20 solved that the base plate 130 fixed at a certain angle. Every operating lever 148 is at the end with an impeller 152 and a boom 153 Mistake. Upon application of a force in the direction of the arrows move the boom 153 against the force of a bow spring 151 one locking lever each 150 , At the locking levers 150 is ever one on a rack and pinion 20.2 the bottom plate 140 engaging counter-toothing 20.3 formed, which are at an elevated and through a cutout 142 the bottom plate 140 guided approach 20.7 located. Concentric to that within the control element 1 located portion of the base pin 138 is a lower disk 128 with a friction surface 20.1 at the base plate 130 attached. 21 shows a view of the bottom plate 140 with the cutouts 141 . 141.1 . 142 and 143 , Through the cutouts 141 . 142 and 143 are those on the base plate 130 parts of the locking device arranged around the base pin 20 , the structure of the setpoint generator of the first control element part 11 and the counter teeth 20.3 guided. These cutouts are designed so long that they provide sufficient displacement movement of the control element 1 towards the base plate and thus allow the movement of the button on the y-axis. 22 shows the arranged on the base plate and the bottom plate parts in the starting position of the button at the bottom of the display.

In 18 is a dish washer 127 with one of the lower discs 128 facing friction surface 20.1 and with a sloping edge 137 to recognize in the installation position. The dish washer 127 and the lower disc 128 be by means of a base pin 138 attached helical compression spring 126 pressed against each other, passing through the on a thread of the socket pin 138 attached mother 125 a defined pressure force on the two friction surfaces 20.1 is adjustable. In the space between the base plate 130 and the bottom plate 140 they are at the pen 135 attached operating lever 148 arranged, wherein the wedge-shaped surfaces of the lifting element 145 the sloping edge 137 the dish washer 127 assigned. For unlocking the locking device 20 gets on the wheels 152 in the direction of the arrow transmit a force that each lifting element 145 against the sloping edge 137 moved and the dish washer 127 due to a sliding radial movement of the lifting element 145 by means of a lifting movement of the friction surface 20.1 the lower disc 128 is disconnected. At the same time it is by the boom 153 the locking lever 150 operated and the counter teeth 20.3 out of engagement with the rack toothing 20.2 promoted. Thereafter, both a rotational movement of the base plate 130 as well as a sliding movement of the operating element 1 possible. A shift operation of the operating element 1 at the base plate 130 takes place through in the bottom plate 140 attached sliding feet 147 at a constant distance. The automatic transfer of the operating element 1 in the locked position is done by the springs 149 and 151 ,

As actuators for unlocking the locking device 20 are at the provided with openings side walls of the control element 1 in swivel joints 21.1 fixed control flaps 21 intended. During the shift of the operating element 1 put those on the inside of the control flaps 21 adjacent wheels 152 only a slight resistance, but here simplistic as well as a stump of the operating lever 148 could be present. The resulting sliding friction would only result in a slightly greater resistance. Due to the two-sided arrangement of the control flaps 21 can be operated during the operation advantageous yet other control parts, except the first and second, for example, with the index or the middle finger of the operator's hand.

15 shows the arrangement of other control parts on the boom 4 , The enter key 13.1 here is a large area and the fifth control part 15 as attached to the left sidewall scroll wheel 15.1 executed. The raised operation button 16.2 of the sixth control part 16 is located next to the Enter button 13.1 and right outside is the operation button 17.2 of the seventh control part 17 appropriate. Between the sixth and seventh control part 16 . 17 is the actuating button 7.2 for switching the operating modes.

A third, in 26 . 27 illustrated embodiment shows the control 1 with a cross guide 5.8 , wherein the guide parts under one with a swivel joint 28 attached armrest 9 are arranged. On the one hand there is the cross slide 5.8 from a tee 5.8.5 , which by means of a guide slot 5.8.1 in the center console 2 guided guide pins 5.8.2 and under the center console 2 attached guide discs 63 and lock washers 64 is slidably held in the x-axis. On the other hand, at the tee 5.8 .5 an elongated boom 5.9.2 by means of a guide slot assigned to the y-axis 5.8.3 and at the tee 5.8.5 attached and with guide discs 65 provided guide pins 5.8.4 slidably attached.

On the boom 4 of the operating element 1 are the actuators 16.2 . 17.2 of the sixth and seventh control part 16 . 17 in the middle and left front the actuator 13.2 of the third control part 13 arranged. The operation button 7.2 for switching the operating modes is located on the left rear and other buttons 18 with user-definable functions are on the right side arranged.

The cross slide guide 5.8 allows simultaneous movement of the control 1 in the x and y axes, with the movement in one plane and the plane 8th by the way already described by a ball 32 or by alternative systems. When using a wireless control 1 the batteries or batteries are arranged in the housing. A supply line for the operating element 1 However, here also by a mounted under the armrest connector through a cavity of the boom 5.9.2 in the interior of the control 1 be guided, this between attachment points on the boom 5.9.2 and the center console 2 designed as a trailing cable.

In 28 to 33 a fourth embodiment can be seen. The operating element 1 is here together with an armrest 9 on one at the center console 2 a vehicle displaceably arranged mounting plate 30 attached. By this displaceable in the longitudinal axis of the vehicle arrangement, an advantageous adaptation to any seating position of the operator can be achieved. The adjusting device 31 consists of a transverse to the center console 2 arranged clamping piece 81 with attached at both ends locking elements. The locking elements engage in each one on both sides of the mounting plate 30 at the center console 2 along the adjustment mounted, fine-toothed locking teeth and lock the mounting plate 30 in a desired position. The clamping piece 81 is through two through holes in the mounting plate 30 attached led pins. On each of these pins a helical compression spring is held by a lock washer in a biased position, whereby the clamping piece 81 with the locking elements on the locking teeth of the center console 2 intervenes. This positive locking can be done by pressing two control buttons 82 on the armrest 9 be canceled, after which the mounting plate 30 is displaceable.

The leadership 5 consists in this embodiment of a on the mounting plate 30 attached guide pin 5.3 / 70 , an associated square cutout 79 in the bottom of the control 1 and one above the neckline 79 arranged guide disc 5.10 , The edge of the cutout 79 in the bottom of the control 1 serves as a stop surface for the guide pin 5.3 / 70 and limits the mobility of the control element 1 , where the aspect ratios of the cutout 79 can correspond to the aspect ratios of the display used. The guide pin 70 has a lower section 71 and a stepped upper section 72 on, being at the stage between both sections 71 . 72 the guide disc 5.10 rests and thus the game between area 8th and control 1 is fixed. Furthermore, on the upper section 72 above the guide disc 5.10 a lifting gear 76 fitted in the form of a circular wheel and by means of a in an annular groove of the upper section 72 engaging lock washer 73 held. The slings 76 is next to stop dampers 77 and the command devices 14.2.1 for the x-axis as well as command devices 14.2.2 for the y-axis part of a fourth control element part 14 , with which in each case in the main axes x / y can be done very quickly switching to adjacent command structures. These are offset by the guide pin 70 at an angle of 90 ° and each one above the other a stop damper 77 and a command device 14.2.1 respectively. 14.2.2 arranged. The arrangement takes place on an intermediate floor 75 of the operating element 1 , The stop dampers 77 have secured to rams and secured against twisting stop plates 78 , which are held against the force of plugged on the plunger helical compression springs between two stops movable. By the combined arrangement of stop damper 77 and command devices 14.2.1 respectively. 14.2.2 is from the back of the stop plates 78 after a defined adjustment a plunger 14.2.3 the button 14.2.1 respectively. 14.2.2 actuated and a switching command is triggered. In 29 is one of the slings 76 over the stop plate 78 operated command device 14.2.2 for passing to a higher command structure on the y-axis. Through the interposition of the stop damper 77 is achieved that the command devices of the fourth control element part 14 only after overcoming a defined resistance force can be operated only by a purposeful act of action. The curved surfaces of the stop plates ensure lateral actuation and detection of the pressure point of the stop dampers 77 ,

There is a free space under the armrest 29 trained in the parts of the leadership 5 and parts of the locking device 20 are included. On the one hand on the control element 1 and on the other hand to a stud 83 in the mounting plate 30 attached traction means 5.4 in the form of a helical tension spring 5.4.1 is both part of the locking device 20 as well as the leadership 5 , The locking device 20 is here by a stop means 20.5.1 formed on which the end rounded cover 5.9 of the operating element 1 by the force of the spring 5.4.1 is kept in the rest position. The slings 20.5.1 is as a box 69 formed on the one implementation for the traction means 5.4 is provided. The surfaces 5.12 limit the mobility of the cover 5.9 in the box 69 , Instead of the spring 5.4.1 could here also other traction means, for example in combination with a retractor described in the eighth embodiment 5.4.2 use Find.

In 28 and 31 is the known arrangement of a spring 32.1 loaded in a housing 32.2 held and guided by the bottom plate ball 32 and the adjacent axes of the setpoint generator for the first and second control element part 11 . 12 to see. On a circuit board 33 are command devices of further control parts 13 . 16 . 18 attached, over pestle 80 be actuated, and this selection is also only an example and other or extended combinations of control parts can be used.

The guide pin 70 can with a longitudinal hole 74 for carrying out a supply cable for the operating element 1 be provided or it can find the already mentioned features for connection or power supply application. The fourth control part 14 can of course also be used for the execution of other, in particular on the main axes x / y related functions, with a switchover of this control part to other functions can be controlled by software.

At an in 34 to 37 illustrated fifth embodiment is as a guide 5 one with the operating element 1 connected cover 5.9 and on the other hand, on a stud 83 attached traction means 5.4 in the form of a helical tension spring 5.4.1 Use. Under the joint 28 pivotally mounted armrest 9 is also a free space 29 available. At the operating element 1 facing side of the armrest 9 is a box 69 trained and through surfaces 5.12 limited. In the box 69 is the one with a stop bar 84 provided cover 5.9 adjustable. The traction device 5.4 holds the control 1 in the rest position at a stop 20.5 , A frame 6 limits the area 8th and in addition to the attacks 5.12 . 5.20 and 84 the range of motion of the control element 1 ,

On both sides of the boom 4 here is a finger rest 19 arranged, which gives the thumb and the opposite attacking fingers a good grip. On the boom are a fifth, sixth and seventh control part 15 . 16 and 17 with command devices 16.1 . 17.1 , a setpoint generator 15.1 as well as a command device 7 for switching over the operating modes and two command devices 18 arranged for user-assignable functions.

In a sixth embodiment, the guide 5 of the operating element 1 on the one hand by a linkage 5.5 formed in the manner of a parallelogram, the linkage 5.5 on the one hand on the center console 2 under an armrest 9 on graduated hinge pins 97 and on the other hand on bearing pins 112 of the operating element 1 is rotatably mounted. Through this kind of leadership 5 describes the operating element 1 on the way along the x-axis an arcuate movement to a pitch circle portion, wherein the operating element 1 always aligned in the axis of the vehicle longitudinal direction. On the other hand, there is the leadership 5 from a similar displacement device 5.2 as in the second embodiment.

In 40 are the two expansion levels of the control 1 with the base plate 85 and the bottom plate 90 to recognize. At the base plate 85 is the linkage 5.5 rotatably mounted and the displacement of the control element 1 in the y-axis this is with a two-sided slot guide 96 provided in it along the base plate 85 is guided.

The movement of the operating element 1 is also in this embodiment in the first and second control part 11 . 12 separated and recorded in two levels, with the direct detection not via a ball, but by means of a respective friction wheel 23 with contact to the surface 8th or contact to the base plate 85 he follows. The friction wheel associated with the x-axis 23 of the first control part 11 in this case performs an arcuate movement. For detecting the movement on the surface 8th is the base plate 85 with a clipping 86 Mistake. The structure of the first and second control element part 11 . 12 takes place here as described in the second embodiment.

In 42 you can see that on the base plate 85 the first control part 11 to 11.5 , Parts of the locking device 20 , Parts of the guide 5 and the ball holders 88 in holes 87 are attached.

The locking device 20 consists of the following parts. On bearing pins 101 are each an operating lever 100 rotatably mounted and each of a bow spring 105 on each a stop pin 106 held. Both operating levers 100 are with semicircular arms 103 provided, at the ends lifting wedges 104 attached are those with lifting wedges 114 on plates 110 interact. With these lifting wedges 104 becomes that part of the locking device 20 solved that the base plate 85 Fixed at a certain angle on the pitch circle section.

Every operating lever 100 is with an impeller 102 and a boom 107 Mistake. When a force is applied to the control flaps 21 The arms move in the direction of the arrows 107 against the force of a bow spring 109 one locking lever each 108 , At the locking levers 108 is ever one at one Rack gear 20.2 the bottom plate 90 engaging counter-toothing 20.3 formed, which are at an elevated and through a cutout 93 the bottom plate 90 guided approach 20.7 located. Concentric to the inside of the control 1 located bearing pins 112 is a lower disk 99 with a friction surface 20.1 at the base plate 85 arranged.

43 shows a view of the bottom plate 90 with the cutouts 91 . 92 . 93 , Through the cutouts 92 . 93 are those on the base plate 85 arranged parts of the locking device 20 including the counter teeth 20.3 guided and in cutting 91 moves the structure of the setpoint generator of the first control element part 11 during the sliding movement. 44 shows the arranged on the base plate and the bottom plate parts in the starting position of the button at the bottom of the display. In the holes 94 are the ball holders 95 attached with which a shift of the operating element 1 at the base plate 85 is achieved by rolling friction. These ball holders 95 exist as well as the ball holders 88 from two half shells each 88.2 in which a ball 88.1 is included.

In 49 is the dish washer 110 on the lower disc 99 fitting to see. The adjacent surfaces of both discs 99 . 110 are as friction surfaces 20.1 formed with an increased resistance and act a rotational movement of the control element 1 in the rest position. This frictional connection is made by a spring 111 and one lock washer each 115 realized. Under the edge of the dish washer 110 are the lifting wedges 104 the operating lever 100 opposite lifting wedges 114 appropriate. The dishes 110 are each using a groove 113 in the bearing pins 112 and intervening noses of the dish discs 110 kept rotationally secure.

For unlocking the locking device 20 gets on the wheels 152 in the direction of the arrow transmit a force, after which by the sliding movement of the lifting wedges 104 . 114 both friction surfaces 20.1 during a lifting movement of the dish washer 110 be separated from each other. As in the second embodiment is in the power transmission to the actuating flaps 21 the counter teeth 20.3 out of engagement with the rack toothing 20.2 promoted. Thereafter, both a rotational movement of the base plate 85 as well as a sliding movement of the operating element 1 possible. After using the control 1 gets through the springs 105 and 109 restored its rest position.

In 52 to 54 a seventh embodiment is shown in which the guide 5 of the operating element 1 by means of a telescopic rod 5.6 is provided. Rotatably mounted is the telescopic rod 5.6 on the one hand on a stud 124 at the center console 2 and on the other hand on a pen 120 of the operating element 1 , The on the control 1 attached inner rod 5.6.1 is with a stop pin 122 provided by a slot 5.6.3 the outer rod 5.6.2 is guided. The fixing device 20 here includes one on the stud 124 and at the stop pin 122 attached tension spring 123 with the telescopic rod 5.6 without external force in a position with the shortest extent and in a plant of the operating element 1 on the armrest 9 is held. By the force of the preloaded spring and the parallel adjacent surfaces of the control element 1 and the armrest becomes a rotary motion of the telescopic pole 5.6 counteracted. At the above the slot 5.6.3 attached slings 121 becomes the elongated extent and through the stops 25 and 25.1 on the center console 2 the rotational movement of the telescopic rod 5.6 limited. In 53 is the operating element 1 to see in a position adjusted on the x-axis. On the boom 4 are the control parts 3 . 5 . 6 and 7 as well as a command device 18 to press.

In an eighth exemplary embodiment, a vehicle computer is equipped with further interfaces for the connection of other input units, for example with standardized plug connections for keyboards and / or microphones for voice control. An operating element 1 Here, for example, alone or together with one of these input units is arranged on a console, all input units are connected via cable or radio to the vehicle computer. The control element according to the invention 1 acts on the vehicle computer with the other input units in the operation of a variety of programs work together. In 55 and 56 is an example of an arrangement of a control element 1 with a keyboard 158 on a console 157 shown. The keyboard 158 is sunk in the console and the operating element 1 and the keyboard 158 is a palm rest 163 assigned. The leadership 5 of the operating element 1 and the movable assembly to the surface 8th takes place here by means of one in the console 157 via a flange-mounted guide pin 70 and a section 40 in the bottom plate in a manner already described, wherein the operating element 1 by a helical compression spring, as in the first embodiment, in one of the surface 8th distant rest position is maintained. As a locking device 20 was a traction means consisting of a thin, non-elastic plastic thread 5.4 provided that on the one hand on the operating element 1 and on the other side on a retractor 5.4.2 is attached. The one in a box 160 by means of an axis 159 at the console 157 fortified retractor 5.4.2 is with a lower housing for receiving a coil spring and on the top with a reeling drum for receiving the traction means 5.4 fitted. The traction device 5.4 is due to the force of the coil spring on the axis 159 wound, causing the control 1 in addition is kept in the rest position and with the boom 162 at one in the box 160 attached stop element 161 is applied. When connecting the control element 1 by means of cable this can according to the form already described by a hole in the longitudinal axis of the guide pin 70 or there will be a battery inside the control 1 arranged and the operating element 1 operated by radio. The same applies to the connection of the keyboard 158 to. Furthermore, the console 157 via a common supply cable or a power supply for the input units installed thereon control element 1 , Keyboard and microphone feature, with the connector over one in an enlarged box 160 arranged distributor takes place.

The console 157 For example, you can have one on the long side under the box 160 attached pivot joint to be attached to a seat back and partially integrated in the rest position in the seat back, the underside of the console 157 is designed as a housing shell. The position of use is here by unfolding the console 157 made up to a stop.

Claims (53)

Operating element for controlling a vehicle computer and the functions of connected systems or assemblies of a vehicle, with two simultaneously operated control parts for controlling a button in two main axes x / y and with substantially analogous movements between operations on the main axes x / y competent control parts and the button on the output unit, wherein the control element has at least one further, third control element part for triggering control commands, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) by means of different executable guides ( 5 . 5.1 . 5.2 . 5.3 . 5.4 . 5.4.1 . 5.4.2 . 5.5 . 5.6 . 5.7 . 5.8 . 5.9 . 5.9.1 . 5.10 . 5.12 ) is arranged to be limitedly movable and the button to the to be controlled coordinates of the main axes x / y is freely adjustable. Operating element according to claim 1, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) of a preferably flat surface ( 8th ), which is either substantially horizontally oriented or has an inclination angle. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) on the surface ( 8th ) is kept movable. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) or the control parts ( 11 . 12 ) by means of guides ( 5 . 5.1 . 5.2 . 5.3 . 5.4 . 5.4.1 . 5.4.2 . 5.5 . 5.6 . 5.7 . 5.8 . 5.9 . 5.9.1 . 5.10 . 5.12 ) are arranged rotatably and / or displaceably in a vehicle. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the guides ( 5 . 5.1 . 5.2 . 5.3 . 5.4 . 5.4.1 . 5.4.2 . 5.5 . 5.6 . 5.7 . 5.8 . 5.9 . 5.9.1 . 5.10 . 5.12 ) are designed as rolling friction guides or Gleitreibungsführungen. Operating element according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the guides ( 5 ) in particular from a rotary joint ( 5.1 ), a displacement device ( 5.2 ), a pen ( 5.3 ), Traction means ( 5.4 . 5.4.1 . 5.4.2 ), a linkage ( 5.5 ), a telescopic rod ( 5.6 ), a socket / pin connection ( 5.7 ), a cross slide ( 5.8 ), a cover ( 5.9 ), a boom ( 5.9.1 ), a guide disc ( 5.10 ) or from bounding surfaces ( 5.12 ) consist. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) on a rotatably mounted and designed as a parallelogram linkage ( 5.5 ) is guided. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) with a preferably rotatably mounted telescopic rod ( 5.6 ) is guided. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) rotatable by means of a socket-pin connection ( 5.7 ) is guided. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) by a cross slide ( 5.8 ) is guided, wherein a guide direction in particular substantially in the vehicle longitudinal direction and the other is aligned transversely thereto. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) in a primary guide by means of traction means ( 5.4 ) a mobility-limiting framework ( 6 ) assigned. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 6 or 11, characterized in that the traction means ( 5.4 ) consists of elastic material and in particular as a helical tension spring ( 5.4.1 ) is trained. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 6 or 11 to 12, characterized in that the traction means ( 5.4 ) with a retractor ( 5.4.2 ), wherein by spring force a variable length of the traction means ( 5.4 ) And a resting position of the control element is adjustable to a stop. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that a rotatable guides ( 5.1 ) stored operating part ( 11 ) between attacks ( 25 . 25.1 ) is kept movable. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) for handling a handle ( 3 ), which in particular may be substantially elongate and aligned in its longitudinal extent substantially in the vehicle longitudinal direction. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the handle ( 3 ) over a wrist rest ( 3.1 ) and a subsequent to the vehicle front boom ( 4 ), as well as attack surfaces for the fingers of the operator hand. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 )) for the purpose of button movements in the main axes x / y via a first control part ( 11 ) and second control part ( 12 ). Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the operating element ( 1 ) for the input function a third control element part ( 13 ) with a command device ( 13.1 ) is arranged. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) a fourth control element part ( 14 ), which is preferably provided for switching to other command structures and in particular from command devices ( 14.2.1 . 14.2.2 ) consists. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the command devices ( 14.2.1 . 14.2.2 ) Stop damper ( 77 ) with stop plates ( 78 ) and the stop dampers ( 77 ) from one on the guide pin ( 5.3 . 70 ) ( 76 ). Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the command devices ( 14.2.1 . 14.2.2 ) and shock absorbers ( 77 ) are assigned to the movement end points of the main axes x / y. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) one of a transmission element ( 15.1 ) existing fifth control element part ( 15 ), which allows a representation of longer sides without a change of the control element position and is variable with the single parameter of a displayed side, wherein the transmission element ( 15.1 ) in particular as a scroll wheel, touchpad or slider and can be provided with detent positions. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) a sixth control part ( 16 ), which allows the adjustment of a new position of the control element without a button movement. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the sixth operating element part ( 16 ) from a command device ( 16.1 ), with which the transmission of the electrical signal to the computer is interrupted, whereby the associated actuating button ( 16.2 ) preferably from the surface of the control element ( 1 ) has a lifting profile. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) for interaction with various assistance systems via a seventh control element part ( 17 ), which consists of at least one command device ( 17.1 ) and preferably from the surface of the control element ( 1 ) lifting profile of the actuating button ( 17.2 ) having. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) via at least one command device ( 18 ), which can be assigned by the user with a desired function. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the operating element ( 1 ) a releasable, non-positive or positive locking device ( 20 ) is provided. Control element after one of the preceding the claims, characterized in that the locking device ( 20 ) paired friction surfaces ( 20.1 ), which by means of the outside of the operating element ( 1 ) operating flaps ( 21 ) are adjustable between an effective and an inoperative position. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the locking device ( 20 ) of at least one pairing of an advantageous finely divided rack toothing ( 20.2 ) and one from outside the control element ( 1 ) disengageable counter-toothing ( 20.3 ) consists. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the locking device ( 20 ) from a lower disc ( 128 ) and a dish washer ( 127 ), which via friction surfaces arranged therebetween ( 20.1 ) and by means of a spring ( 126 ) are held in a fixed position and that the locking device ( 20 ) by a from the outside on the plate disc ( 127 ) transmitted stroke movement against the force of the spring ( 126 ) is solvable. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 27, characterized in that the locking device ( 20 ) from one with the control element ( 1 ), elastic traction means ( 5.4 ) and a stop means ( 20.5 . 161 ) or a pressure medium ( 53 . 126 ) and associated attacks ( 51 . 20.1 ) and the locking position by a paired arrangement of control ( 1 ) and slings ( 20.5 . 161 ) is fixed. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the locking device ( 20 ) over paired magnetic surfaces ( 5.11 ). Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 26, characterized in that the detection of the change the control element position in two levels with a different one Level is done. Operating element according to one of claims 1 to 26 and 33, characterized in that for detecting the change of the control element position two friction wheels ( 23 . 23.1 ) are held by spring force in a frictional and mutually changeable position and between a friction wheel ( 23 ) and the assigned surface ( 8th ) a non-positive connection exists. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) can be operated after a first mode with aligned by rows and columns movements of the button and thereby the operating element ( 1 button indicates a displayed icon or text character. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) can be operated according to a second mode with free, arbitrary oblique movements and the visible in this mode button as different trained graphic symbol can be displayed. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that the choice of operating modes by software is predetermined. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) a command device ( 7 ) is assigned for the choice of the operating modes. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the adjustment of the operating element ( 1 ) in the main axes x / y with the palm of an operator's hand and the operation of the control parts ( 3 to 7 ) can be done with the fingers of the operator's hand. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) is releasably attached to the vehicle. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) connected by cable or wireless with the computer and the cable connection is made by means of plug connections. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the arrangement of the operating element ( 1 ), in particular in the area of a center console ( 2 ) or an armrest ( 9 ) of a vehicle. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) is arranged with respect to its position to the operator adjustable on the vehicle. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) and an armrest ( 9 ) on an adjustable, in particular the center console ( 2 ) associated mounting plate ( 30 ) and the mounting plate ( 30 ) via an adjusting device ( 31 ) Is held displaceable relative to the environment. Control element after one of the preceding the claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) associated armrest ( 9 ) a free space ( 29 ) for receiving the operating element ( 1 ) and the guides ( 5.1 . 5.2 . 5.4 . 5.4.1 . 5.4.2 . 5.5 . 5.6 . 5.8 . 5.9 ) and releasably or by means of a rotary joint ( 28 ) is pivotally mounted on the vehicle. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) cooperates on a vehicle computer with the input unit of a keyboard. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) cooperates on a vehicle computer with the input unit of a microphone for voice control to work together. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating element ( 1 ) together with a keyboard ( 158 ) and a microphone by means of guides ( 5 ) on a console ( 157 ) is arranged. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the console ( 157 ) via a palm rest ( 163 ) and a box ( 160 ). Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in the box ( 160 ) a stop element ( 161 ) and a retractor ( 5.4.2 ) with one on the control element ( 1 ) attached traction means ( 5.4 ) is arranged. Operating element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the console ( 157 ) with the operating element ( 1 ) in a container arranged in the interior of the vehicle, in particular area of the center console ( 2 ), the dashboard, the door panels or the seat backs or is itself part of a container. Vehicle computer with interfaces for input units, characterized in that on the vehicle computer at least one interface for connecting a control element ( 1 ) is arranged according to claims 1 to 51 together with at least one interface for connecting a keyboard and all interfaces are preferably designed as standardized connectors. Vehicle computer with interfaces for input units, characterized in that on the vehicle computer at least one interface for connecting a control element ( 1 ) is provided according to claims 1 to 51 together with at least one interface for connecting a microphone for voice control of programs and all interfaces are preferably designed as standardized connectors.