DE102007004446A1 - Mounting case for motor vehicle for holding mobile computer with keyboard and display panel and for system, has parameter for standard mobile computers with display panel diagonals of 12,14,15 or 17 inches - Google Patents

Abstract

The mounting case (3) is formed flat and particularly cuboidal shaped and matches the dimensions of the mobile computers (4). The mounting case has a parameter for standard mobile computers with a display panel diagonals of 12,14,15 or 17 inches. An abstracting mechanics (9) is arranged in the mounting case, at which the mobile computer is fixed. An independent claim is also included for a hard-shelled case with two hard shells and form a grip.

Description

The The invention relates to a dashboard of a vehicle for Recording a mobile computer with a keyboard and with a Display panel and on a hard case with two hard shells and a trained grip. Furthermore, the invention relates on a mobile computer with two housing halves, which are connected by a hinge, wherein a housing half a keyboard and the other half a display panel having.

It mobile computers are increasingly common. The mobile computer are called personal computers and are also called notebook or laptop designated. Recently, mobile computers have become flatter and flatter and formed with a larger display field. The mobile computers can be used universally. They can be used as a mobile workplace and as an information and entertainment medium can be used while traveling. Also can They include, for example, as a navigation device an appropriately installed software.

following The state of the art is for housing computers in vehicles known among other things.

The DE 198 48 361 A1 describes a personal computer for detachable installation in a DIN slot of a car radio.

The DE 103 08 897 A1 describes a motor vehicle with an on-board computer and an interface for data exchange with a digital electronic rule device, coupled via a docking station.

The DE 41 28 663 C2 describes a dashboard with a pull-out from the dashboard screen and a retractable keypad for querying and displaying information.

The DE 199 35 893 A1 describes a motor vehicle with a vehicle electronics and an interface to the vehicle electronics for connection to a personal computer.

The EP 795 437 A2 describes a glove box with an interface for electronic devices such as personal computer and mobile phone, wherein the electronic devices are arranged on rails of a glove box lid. In another embodiment, a keypad is extendable from the glove box lid.

It is the object of the invention called a dashboard of the input Art, as well as a hard case and a mobile computer too create the uses of modern mobile Computers as comprehensively as possible in a vehicle use increase and improve.

According to the invention the task by a valve compartment according to claim 1, by a hard shell case according to claim 12 and by a mobile computer according to claim 16 solved. Advantageous developments of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims.

A The idea of the invention is that the dashboard is essentially flat and in particular cuboid and is formed on the Dimensions of the mobile computer is adjusted. It leaves Thus, according to the invention, a standardized mobile computer in the dashboard on the passenger side of a Integrate vehicle. The mobile computer in the daily Life increases in importance, is thus safe in the vehicle and transportable cleaned up. He can be used both inside and outside of the vehicle at any time introduced into the valve compartment be pulled or out of the valve compartment.

One Another advantage is that essentially standardized mobile Computers can be used, which are interchangeable and can be adapted to the state of the art. This is important because the mobile computer is a much faster technically Change is subject as the vehicle itself. The state of the art On the other hand, it proposes computers specially adapted to the vehicle ago, which today due to a small number of pieces and so that considerable cost disadvantages (yet) could not enforce. Standardized mobile computers as they are widely available are not insertable into DIN car radio ducts. Conventional glove boxes often have inappropriate Dimensions that are either too narrow or too wide and do not provide sufficient buffering.

conveniently, the dashboard has a size for standardized mobile computer with a display panel diagonal from 12, 14, 15 or 17 inches up. It can thus be commercially available mobile computer inserted and housed in the fitting compartment become.

Prefers a drawer mechanism is arranged in the dashboard, at the the mobile computer is attachable. The pull-out mechanism offers the Advantage that when the computer is attached to the drawer mechanism pulled out of the dashboard, the mobile computer as Workstation can be used on the passenger side.

The extension mechanism is advantageously formed with horizontally arranged guides, so that the keyboard can be built substantially horizontally on the passenger side.

Around securing the mobile computer in its extended and retracted state, the extension mechanism is preferably designed lockable. The lock has at least two positions, one extended and one withdrawn Position, up. In addition, several intermediate positions be provided, for example, the extension mechanism to the size of the mobile computer.

at an alternative preferred embodiment is the Pull-out mechanism in the dashboard parallel to the footwell at an angle attached down. To the mobile computer from the dashboard pull it out, this is now pulled diagonally upwards. Advantageously, the extension mechanism is approximately in Area of a hinge of the mobile computer by means of which the Display panel and the keyboard can be opened and closed, to a horizontal be bent. The drawer mechanism therefore has hinges to the Keyboard of the mobile computer in a horizontal fold. Preferably, the hinge of the extension mechanism is also locked educated.

A Another preferred embodiment provides a lockable Turntable on the pull-out mechanism in front, on which the mobile computer is attached to turn the mobile computer to the driver's side can. This is beneficial if the driver is an individual is in the vehicle and the mobile computer as a workplace or as Want to use navigation device. Furthermore the turntable can be advantageous if the passenger the display field for Protection against strong sunlight wants to rotate to a visible Display field.

It is understood that the fitting compartment also be designed can be directly adjacent to the passenger's footwell and thus not directly adjacent to the footwell floor surface but only determined by four surfaces is, three peripheral surfaces, d. H. two side surfaces and a ceiling surface, as well as a back side Face. Likewise, the valve compartment in the upper Surface of the dashboard or dashboard on the Passenger side be embedded. A rear half of the housing with the display panel of the mobile computer then forms the fitting surface towards the windscreen.

Prefers however, is the dashboard with six bounding surfaces formed, wherein a front end face a lid forms, preferably via a pivoting mechanism, in particular, pulling inward, is pivotable. The lid can may be formed of wood as a trim strip, so for an uninformed person, among other things Also known as theft protection, not recognizable, is that a dashboard with a mobile computer behind it. A separate glove box can vary depending on the space under or over located in the dashboard.

It is understood that according to the invention between the Extractor mechanism and the instrument compartment and / or between the mobile Computer and drawer mechanism Damping or buffering devices may be provided to shock sensitive Protecting components on the mobile computer.

Around To increase the passive safety, has the pull-out mechanism a crash collection device that in the event of a crash, the mobile Computer moves into the fitting compartment. The collection movement can in this case advantageously buffered or damped, to protect against sudden or too fast movements Preventing retraction injuries of the hands or fingers.

The Crash collection device may have its own crash signal generator. Preferably, the crash collection device with a central signal generator connected, for example, trigger the sensor-controlled airbags can.

advantageously, the crash collection device has a pull-in spring, the Extend the mobile computer to a stop cocked is resolved and in the event of a crash, leaving the mobile Computer with the pull-out mechanism pulled into the instrument compartment becomes. Of course, damping elements can be provided, as well as certain leeway, for example Finger to protect against Einzugsverletzungen. The catch spring can also independent of a crash situation serve as a retraction aid in the fitting compartment, after the lock manual was solved.

at a further preferred embodiment, the extension mechanism a crash breaking point in the hinge area. Consequently forms the crash Sollburchstelle another option for passive safety to injury to the driver or passenger to prevent sudden stress.

In order to use universally different commercially available mobile computer without extensive adaptation measures, a container with a handle for the computer is attached in a particularly preferred embodiment of the drawer mechanism. The computer can be used in this container and supply devices with fastening devices known from the prior art fastening on the container fastened. To remove the computer from the dashboard, the container has the Grip on.

A preferred embodiment provides that on the extension mechanism a hard case for holding the commercial, mobile computer is attachable. Thus, the mobile computer encapsulated in a hard case and possibly against shocks additionally buffered. One major advantage is that the mobile computer in the hard case to stationary Workplaces in offices can be taken without the need for additional computer bags from which the mobile computer, for example, taken out in the vehicle and needs to be plugged in again.

According to the invention a hard shell case fastening devices for attachment a drawer mechanism in a dashboard of a vehicle according to above described features. The hard-shell case is thus multifunctional. He serves as a portable protection of a mobile computer from one job to another as well as protection in a vehicle and as a holding or supporting element in one Vehicle. The hard shell case thus allows attachment on a pull-out mechanism of a conventional mobile personnel Computers and thus creating a job for the mobile computer in the vehicle on the passenger side.

Prefers Each case of the case has a passage opening on, which form a single penetration in the folded state. Thus, a cheap case with handle is created, the made of one-piece shells. Elaborate others Handles do not need to be attached to the suitcase. The suitcase is preferably made of a robust plastic, the coated in preferred embodiments with a soft plastic layer can be.

at a preferred embodiment are openings on the sides or in the bottom of the hard case for Cable connections for power supply or for data exchange with trained the mobile computer. Thus, the mobile computer can stay in the hard case and both on a stationary Workplace as well as in the vehicle with the associated connections get connected. In the vehicle, the computer example, as the power supply of the vehicle can be connected or with the on-board electronics are connected, for example, to GPS signals record or audio signals to the acoustic system of the vehicle to be able to deliver. The mobile computer can also be called mobile Telephone with a connection to a suitable antenna with Adapter device can be used.

at an alternative embodiment, the hard shell case electrical adapter connections on which the computer connected inside the hard case and turn on the outside of the hard case are adapter connections For connecting to connection cables in the vehicle or stationary Office arranged.

One inventive mobile computer has a Fastening device for attachment to a drawer mechanism a dashboard with features described above. Due to the Fastening device, the mobile computer can also be in the vehicle be used to inform the driver or passenger give. It can also be used as a working tool for drivers and drivers Serve passenger.

Further are according to the invention on a mobile computer additionally or alternatively through openings to form a handle centrally on both hinged housing halves formed of the mobile computer. The access openings make a handle together. The handle serves on the one hand, Insert the mobile computer into the instrument compartment and above all, on him, especially in a working position, to pull out of the valve compartment. Another important advantage a handle formed by passages is that the mobile computer can be carried safely during transport, a Computer bag or a hard case are therefore no longer needed. The number of computer peripherals articles is saved a computer bag advantageously reduced.

It It is understood that the above and below to be explained features not only in the specified Combination, but also usable in other combinations.

The Invention will be described below with reference to an embodiment explained in more detail with reference to drawings. Show it:

1 a schematic side view in cross section of a passenger side of a vehicle and

2 a perspective view of a hard case and a mobile computer.

The 1 schematically shows in cross-section a dashboard 1 on the passenger side of a vehicle. Schematically, the passenger seat is still on 2 shown. The dashboard 1 has a dashboard 3 which is substantially flat and rectangular in shape and to a commercially available, conventional, standardized mobile computer 4 ie a personal computer, includes custom dimensions. The standardized mobile computer 4 has two housing halves 5 . 6 by means of a hinge 7 are connected. In a half casing 5 is a display field 51 accommodated. In the second half of the housing 6 there is a keyboard 62 with an underlying computer unit.

The dashboard 3 can be commercial mobile computer 4 with a display panel or screen diagonal of 12, 14, 15 or 17 inches, if necessary even larger or smaller record. The dashboard 3 is by means of a lid 8th closable. The lid 8th forms a decorative strip, which can also be made of wood or with a wood paneling. The lid 8th can be opened and closed by means of a swivel mechanism, not shown. For example, the lid 8th be retracted with a swivel mechanism similar to a garage door in guides to a mobile computer 4 in a dashboard 3 to insert and pull out. The swing mechanism can also be used with the pull-out mechanism 9 Advantageously, various functions can be mechanically, electromechanically or mechatronically coupled. For example, the pull-out mechanism 9 with the computer 4 after opening the lid 8th jump out and / or vice versa, the extension mechanism 9 after inserting the lid 8th especially short delay closing.

In, according to 1 The preferred embodiment shown is the mobile computer 4 not only in the fitting compartment 3 but he is also on a pull-out mechanism 9 via a fastening device 10 . 11 on the extension mechanism 9 securely attached. The fastening device 10 . 11 on the extension mechanism 9 For example, are locking screws, which in turn into a fastening device 60 . 61 in screw thread, in the mobile computer 4 intervention. The pull-out mechanism 9 thus has the further function of the mobile computer 4 in an extended position to hold securely and firmly while driving in the vehicle. It could therefore also be referred to as a holding mechanism.

The 1 shows a dashboard 3 , which is directed parallel to the footwell obliquely down towards the vehicle front. To the keyboard 62 of the mobile computer 4 in a substantially horizontal or easy to passenger seat 2 To bring inclined position, the pull-out mechanics 9 a hinge 12 on that in the area of the hinge 7 of the mobile computer 4 is arranged. Both the hinge 12 the pull-out mechanism 9 is lockable in a pan or tilt angle and the extension length of the extension mechanism 9 , The pull-out mechanism 9 is in rails as a linear guide and on rollers running in the instrument compartment 3 guided.

The 1 shows a further preferred embodiment, in which a turntable 13 with a rotation axis 13a on an outer section 92 the extension mechanism is formed. By means of the turntable 13 lets go the mobile computer 4 turn to the driver's side, leaving the mobile computer 4 the driver information on the display panel 51 can give and the keyboard 62 is easier to operate for the driver. The mobile computer 4 can also by means of the turntable 13 Turned away by the driver, for example, if strong sunlight affects the display panel for the passenger. The fastening devices 10 . 11 are in this particular embodiment in the turntable 13 integrated.

Another preferred embodiment, as shown in the 1 is shown, sees a crash breaking point 14 in front. The crash breaking point 14 is at one end of a section 92 the pull-out mechanism 9 arranged on which the mobile computer 4 is attached. The crash breaking point 14 breaks provided and defines the section 92 with the mobile computer 4 from the pull-out mechanism 9 from. Breaking occurs at too high a sudden load, such as may occur in an accident, for example, and thus prevents major injuries to one in the passenger seat 2 sitting person.

The crash breaking point 14 may also be designed as an actuator, which is connected to a controller for passive safety, such as the release of passenger airbags. Among other things, the controller can determine, sensor-controlled, whether the passenger seat 2 occupied by a person at all to trigger the actor. Passenger airbags can be in the dashboard 1 under, preferably above the valve compartment 3 be housed. Passenger airbags may also be provided in the vehicle headliner in the A-pillar or in the passenger door.

Furthermore, the drawer mechanism 9 a crash collection device on. The crash collection device comprises on the one hand a collection spring 15 when pulling out the mobile computer 4 is tensioned and a locking device, the extension mechanism 9 triggered by a manually operated or actuated by a crash control actuator. In an automatic crash collection device, the crash collection device is connected to a signal generator. The signal generator comes, for example, from a controller for passive safety.

For attaching the mobile computer 4 on the extension mechanism 9 provides a further preferred embodiment that on the section 92 the pull-out mechanism 9 on which the mobile computer is placed, a container, in particular with a handle, is mounted for receiving the mobile computer. The mobile computer 4 is inserted into the container open at the top and secured with a provided in the container, not shown, fastening mechanism.

An alternative embodiment according to 2 a hardshell case 16 with two hardshells 16a and 16b in front of which the mobile computer 4 is used as damped as possible. On this hard case 16 is a handle 17 integrated trained. That's why the hardshells point here 16a . 16b each one passage opening 17a . 17b on, leaving the hard shells 16a . 16b folded the handle 17 form. Thus, the hard case with handle 17 inexpensive and compact. The hard shell case 16 can either have adapter connections inside, which can be connected with external adapter connections to the periphery, such as power supply, universal connections (USB), antenna connections, etc., or the hard-shell case 16 has not shown openings that connect to the accommodated mobile computer 4 enable.

The hard shell case according to the invention 16 is in a particular embodiment on the turntable 13 about the fastening devices 10 . 11 attached to its own fastening devices, not shown. The fastening devices 10 . 11 on the extension mechanism 9 and the corresponding fastening devices on the hard shell case 16 can be fast and secure sealable connection systems known to those skilled in the art from similar technical requirements for connection systems. The hard shell case 16 has the advantages of providing additional buffer protection for the mobile computer 4 provides, at the same time serves as a transport bag during transport between a vehicle and a stationary workplace and with the mobile computer 4 can be worked without this from the hard case 16 refer to.

The 1 can also be seen that the 1 an open hard case 16 with a mobile computer attached 4 represents. The hard shell case 16 is doing the pull-out mechanics 9 attached.

The 2 Again, it can be understood that you are not just a hard-shell case 16 with a mobile computer inside 4 represents, but the 2 can also according to the invention the mobile computer 4 even in the 2 demonstrate. The mobile computer 4 then owns even the middle of both hinged housing halves 5 . 6 Through openings 57 . 67 who folded a handle 47 form. On the handle 46 of the mobile computer 4 lets go the mobile computer 4 in the dashboard 3 insert and pull out at this again. In addition, the mobile computer can be 4 on the handle 47 transport safely, without an additional computer bag or a hard case 16 to make necessary.

According to the invention So a modular system of mobile computer and a dashboard with a pull-out mechanism and possibly with a container or a hard case as a link of the computer with the Pull-out mechanism. The modular system is enlarged and improves the application possibilities of a standardized commercially available modern mobile computer.

All Figures show only schematic not to scale Representations. Incidentally, in particular, the graphic Illustrations for the invention as essential.

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Cited patent literature

• - DE 19848361 A1 [0004]
• - DE 10308897 A1 [0005]
• - DE 4128663 C2 [0006]
• - DE 19935893 A1 [0007]
• - EP 795437 A2 [0008]

Claims (21)

Fitting compartment ( 3 ) of a vehicle for receiving a mobile computer ( 4 ) with a keyboard ( 62 ) and with a display field ( 51 ), characterized in that the instrument compartment ( 3 ) is substantially flat and in particular cuboid-shaped and to the dimensions of the mobile computer ( 4 ) is adjusted. Valve compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that the instrument compartment ( 3 ) a size for standardized mobile computers ( 4 ) with a display panel diagonal of 12, 14, 15 or 17 inches. Valve compartment according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a pull-out mechanism ( 9 ) in the fitting compartment ( 3 ) at which the mobile computer ( 4 ) is attachable. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the drawer mechanism ( 9 ) is substantially horizontally extendable. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the drawer mechanism ( 9 ) is lockable. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the drawer mechanism ( 9 ) diagonally downwards in the instrument compartment ( 3 ) and by means of a hinge ( 12 ) approximately in the region of a hinge ( 7 ) of the mobile computer ( 4 ), by means of which the display field ( 51 ) and the keyboard ( 62 ) and are hinged, in particular lockable, can be bent off. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims 1 to 6, characterized in that a lockable turntable ( 13 ) on the pull-out mechanism ( 9 ) is provided. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims 1 to 7, characterized in that a, in particular ver schwenkbarer, lid ( 8th ) the dashboard ( 3 ) in the dashboard ( 1 ) closes. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the drawer mechanism ( 9 ) has a crash collection device. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding Claims characterized in that the crash collection device connected to a signal generator. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the crash collection device is a catch spring ( 15 ) having. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the drawer mechanism ( 9 ) a crash predetermined breaking point ( 14 ) in the region of the hinge ( 12 ) having. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the extension mechanism ( 9 ) a container with a handle ( 17 ) for the mobile computer ( 4 ) is attachable. Valve compartment according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the extension mechanism ( 9 ) a hard case ( 16 ) for receiving the mobile computer ( 4 ) is attachable. Hard case ( 16 ) with two hard shells ( 16a . 16b ) and a trained handle ( 17 ), characterized in that the hard shell case ( 16 ) Fastening devices for attachment to a pull-out mechanism ( 9 ) of a fitting compartment ( 3 ) according to one or more of the preceding claims 1 to 14. Hard case according to claim 15, characterized in that each hard shell ( 16a . 16b ) a passage opening ( 17a . 17b ), which folded the handle ( 17 ) train. Hard shell case according to claim 11 or 12, characterized in that openings on the sides or in the bottom of the hard case case ( 16 ) for power supply or for data exchange with the mobile computer ( 4 ) are formed. Hard case according to one or more of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the hard shell case ( 16 ) is formed with electrical adapter terminals. Mobile Computer ( 4 ) with two housing halves ( 5 . 6 ), which by means of a hinge ( 7 ), wherein a housing half ( 6 ) a keyboard ( 62 ) and the other housing half ( 5 ) a display field ( 51 ), characterized in that fastening means ( 60 . 61 ) for attachment to a pull-out mechanism ( 9 ) of a fitting compartment ( 3 ) are provided according to one or more of the preceding claims 1 to 14. Mobile Computer ( 4 ) with two Gehäusehälf th ( 5 . 6 ), which by means of a hinge ( 7 ), wherein a housing half ( 6 ) a keyboard ( 62 ) and the other housing half ( 5 ) a display field ( 51 ), in particular according to claim 19, characterized in that pass-through openings ( 57 . 67 ) to form a handle ( 47 ) in the middle of both foldable housing halves ( 5 . 6 ) are formed. System with a dashboard according to a or more of claims 1 to 14, preferably with a Hard case according to one or more of Claims 15 to 18, and a mobile computer according to the Claims 20 or 21.