DE102017202119A1 - Vehicle tax and manufacturing method for producing a vehicle tax - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a vehicle control system (10) for steering a vehicle (1), comprising a first and a second shell element (11, 12), wherein at least partially a grip region (13) is formed by the first and the second shell element (11, 12) that is graspable by a user for performing a steering movement (30). Furthermore, the invention relates to a manufacturing method (100) for producing a vehicle control (10).

Description

The present invention relates to a vehicle control for steering a vehicle according to the preamble of independent claim 1 and a manufacturing method for manufacturing a vehicle control.

From the prior art, various types of steering wheels are known. In particular, for production vehicles here steering wheels are used, by which a circular steering movement by a user is executable. Typically, such a vehicle tax is a central element of the interior of the vehicle, in particular as more and more functions are increasingly being integrated into the vehicle tax and this is arranged in the driver's field of vision. Thus, the optical and ergonomic importance of steering wheels in terms of ride comfort has continued to increase. For example, steering wheels are increasingly being optically adapted to particular vehicle series. Often, depending on the equipment variant of the vehicle changing plastic wheels are used. A disadvantage of such plastic wheels is that for each individualization a new tool shape in the production is necessary. Furthermore, the feel or ergonomics of plastic wheels is often improved.

From the WO 02/45941 A1 For example, a plastic steering wheel is known which has in an outer region a first plastic component which includes a second, inner plastic component. In this case, an injection molding method is proposed in order to manufacture the vehicle tax as a whole, so that an individualization requires a special production of the entire steering range and thus is much more difficult.

As optical and / or haptic improvement, it is also known to coat a vehicle tax with a leather, wherein the leather is sewn at a connection point. However, the seam still present in the end product can likewise be perceived as disturbing visually and / or haptically.

It is therefore the object of the present invention to at least partially overcome the disadvantages known from the prior art. In particular, it is the object of the present invention to provide a vehicle tax with a simple customizability and / or a high level of user comfort.

The above object is achieved by a vehicle tax having the features of claim 1 and a manufacturing method having the features of claim 9.

Further features and details of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims, the description and the drawings. In this case, features and details that have been described in connection with the vehicle tax according to the invention apply, of course, also in connection with the manufacturing method according to the invention and in each case vice versa, so that with respect to the disclosure of the individual invention aspects always reciprocal reference is or may be.

According to the invention, the vehicle control for steering a vehicle has a first and a second shell element, wherein a grip region is at least partially formed by the first and the second shell element, which is graspable by a user for performing a steering movement. In this case, at least partially disposed between the first and second shell element, an insert element on the handle region.

In particular, the insert element can be arranged on an outer surface of the grip region and / or at least partially form an outer surface of the grip region. Furthermore, the insert element can be arranged completely between the first and second shell element. Preferably, the vehicle tax is a steering wheel. Alternatively, the vehicle tax may be e.g. be designed as a control lever or joystick.

Preferably, the insert element is arranged visible on the outer surface. In this case, the insert element can be located directly in the driver's field of vision or can be viewed from another perspective. Thus, from the driver's point of view, the insert element can also be located behind a vehicle control front, so that the insert element essentially has a tangible effect when gripping the grip area.

Furthermore, the grip region can advantageously be provided in a circular or annular manner. An annular gripping region may preferably be understood to mean a closed ring or a partially open ring. In this case, an annular grip region can advantageously be oval or circular. Preferably, the insert element may be arranged circumferentially on the outer surface in the case of an annular grip region. In particular, struts or other functional elements may extend from the grip area.

In a mounting state of the vehicle control in the vehicle, the vehicle tax is preferably at least indirectly with a Steering gear of the vehicle in operative connection, so that a steering movement, which can be introduced by a user on the grip area in the vehicle tax is transmitted via the vehicle tax to a steering gear, so that a cornering of the vehicle is possible.

The first and the second shell element may be solid or preferably half-shell-shaped, so that the grip area is tubular. The first and the second shell element can essentially form the grip area. In particular, between the first and second shell element, an insert element is further arranged such that it is visible on an outer surface of the grip region. In particular, the insert element may extend on the outer surface about 3 mm wide. The outer surface of the grip area can be an area that is visible and / or felt by the user when gripping the vehicle control. In particular, the outer surface may be understood to mean a part of the surface of the grip region, whereby the surface may thus be formed in part by the insert element. In particular, the insert element may thus face the outer surface, but extend inward toward the core of the grip region. The steering movement may preferably be a circular steering movement. Thus, it can be provided that the user executes the steering movement by a rotation of the vehicle control about a rotation axis.

In particular, the first and second shell element and the insert element can thus be designed as separate components, which in the assembled state, at least in regions, form the grip region in particular in common. Preferably, the first and / or the second shell element may comprise a plastic in order to allow a cost-effective production. Depending on individualization request, the insert element may further comprise a textile, a leather, a veneer, aluminum, chrome, glass, in particular plexiglass with a three-dimensional structure, and / or a light-conducting or translucent material. Due to the arrangement of the insert element on the outer surface of the grip area, a simple individualization of the vehicle control is thus possible. Thus, the first and the second shell element may be provided as standard components, while the insert element may be designed according to individualization request of the vehicle control. Thus, during installation, the insert element is easily coated, e.g. exchangeable for a color differently shaped insert element. At the same time, the arrangement of the insert element between the first and second shell element offers the advantage that the feel or the ergonomics of the vehicle control is not adversely affected. Thus, the insert element on the outer surface of the grip region can preferably terminate flush or substantially flush with the first and / or the second shell element. Alternatively, the insert element can be raised or recessed to the first and / or second shell element. If the first and / or the second shell element are designed as plastic shells, they can furthermore be easily recyclable, so that the vehicle tax can also be of particularly high quality with regard to an environmentally friendly design. In particular, the first and / or the second shell element can be directly or indirectly connectable with a steering gear of the vehicle in order to transmit the steering movement.

In the context of the invention is also conceivable that the first and the second shell element in the grip region at least partially surround a control core, through which the steering movement is transferable to a steering gear. Thus, the control core can form a solid core, so that the strength of the vehicle control can be increased by the control core. Furthermore, it can be provided that the first and second shell element comprise a material which has a low strength, since the control core can absorb the actual forces of the steering movement. Preferably, the control core on transmission webs, via which the forces and moments of the steering movement from the grip area to a central region of the control core can be transmitted. Preferably, the control core may comprise a magnesium or, particularly preferably, be made of plastic. While magnesium is a particularly favorable material which has sufficient strength to transmit the steering motion, plastic can also provide this strength. Furthermore, the plastic can be made recyclable and / or flame retardant, so that the safety of the vehicle can be increased and the vehicle weight can be reduced. In particular, the control core to include a polyamide. For attachment of the first and second shell element can be provided that the control core fastening interfaces, in particular plug interfaces comprises, which can be fastened with counter-fastening interfaces of the first and second shell element, preferably latched. As a result, a simple plug connection between the components can be realized. Additionally or alternatively, the first and / or the second shell element may be glued to the control core. As a result, the strength of the vehicle control can be increased overall.

Furthermore, it can be provided in a vehicle control according to the invention that the first and / or the second shell element at least partially surrounded by a cladding shell is. Preferably, the cladding cover thereby include a leather and / or a textile. In particular, the insert element may be surrounded by such a cover shell. The leather may comprise a split leather and / or a synthetic leather. The textile may for example comprise a microfiber material. By a fairing shell, the visual impression of the vehicle control can be further improved. Furthermore, the trim cover also makes the ergonomic or haptic impression of the vehicle control in the grip area more pleasant, so that the ride comfort for the driver as a whole is increased. Thus, for example, a plastic can cool down strongly in winter, whereby the temperature fluctuations for the user can be markedly reduced by the covering shell made of leather and / or textile. Furthermore, the grip of the grip area can be further improved by leather. In addition, a further customization option can be given by the cladding further, so that continue to be provided for the first and / or second shell element standard components whose visual impression is total customizable by the cladding. In this case, embodiments are also conceivable in which the first and / or the second shell element and / or the insert element have trim casings of different configurations.

In the context of the invention may also be provided that at least one cutting edge of the cladding shell between the first and second shell element is arranged. In particular, two or more cut edges of the cladding or the cladding shells may be arranged such. Preferably, in a region between the first and second shell element, a groove may be provided, in which engage the cut edges of the respective cladding of the first and second shell element. Thus, for example, it is only possible to surround the grip portion of the respective shell element with the trim cover and corresponding cut edges to the inside, i. in particular to the control core, to shift the grip area of the vehicle control so that these cut edges extend in the direction of the core of the grip area. This obscures the cut edges for the user while providing benefits during vehicle control assembly. For example, only a small material waste in the cut edges necessary and the tolerances of the cut edges can be selected to be high, so that further costs can be saved in the production. In addition, the ergonomics of the grip area can be increased by hiding the cut edges, as these are not felt as such for the user and, for example, only the impact between the shell elements or between the insert element and the shell elements can be noticeable. If the vehicle control or the grip area of the vehicle control is covered with leather, a seam can thus also be dispensed with, so that here too the visual impression and / or the ergonomics of the grip area can be increased. Also, the time spent in the production can be significantly reduced, if it is not necessary to create the seam by hand.

In the context of the invention may further be provided that the handle portion has a light-emitting element, wherein the insert element is at least partially transparent. Thus, the insert element may preferably comprise a transparent plastic, so that light from the light-emitting element can be conducted to the outside via the insert element. Preferably, the light-emitting element can be made dimmable and / or be alternately drivable in color. Thus, a further customization option is given. Thus, for example, by a different coloration of the radiatable light a customization option, in particular by electronic control, the vehicle control be possible. Furthermore, a translucent insert element in interaction with a corresponding light-emitting element can contribute to a high-quality impression of the vehicle control and, in particular, at the same time provide an illumination function. In particular, it can be provided that the light-emitting element emits color-different light in a night mode to a day mode. For example, it has been found that under certain circumstances, blue light can counteract a user's fatigue. Therefore, it may be advantageous if the light emitting element is suitable for emitting blue light. In particular, for generating a light function, the light-emitting element can be connected to a control unit which has the vehicle control, or can be brought in connection with a control unit external to the vehicle control unit. In this case, the vehicle control external control unit may preferably be part of a control unit of the vehicle. Thus, the light-emitting element may preferably be controllable in regions or at intervals. As a result, a signal can be transmitted to the user, wherein such a signal can be, for example, a blinking or a color change. Thereby, e.g. a warning function or an acknowledgment of a vehicle function triggered by the user is communicated to the user.

Preferably, in a vehicle control according to the invention, the grip region may be at least substantially annular, with the insert element on an outer circumference and / or on an inner circumference of the grip region is arranged. The outer circumference may be understood to mean a surface region of the annular grip region, which has the largest circumference or diameter in the grip region. Correspondingly, an inner circumference of the annular grip region can be understood to mean a region which has a small or the smallest circumference in the grip region. Thus, it may be advantageous, for example, to arrange the insert element on the outer circumference if the insert element is intended to abut the user in a significant area of the palm during execution of the steering movement in order, for example, to increase the ergonomics of the vehicle control by the insert element. Furthermore, it may be advantageous to arrange the insert element on the inner circumference if the user is to touch the insert element with his fingers when carrying out the steering movement. In the case of the arrangement on the inner circumference, for example, in combination with a light-permeability of the insert element, a lesser influence by a handle of the user on the generated light optics can also be provided. Furthermore, it is also conceivable that in each case one insert element is arranged on the outer and on the inner circumference in order to combine the advantages mentioned above and to provide another possibility for individualization.

Advantageously, it can further be provided that the first shell element can be attached directly to the control core, the insert element and / or the second shell element by at least one attachment interface. In this case, the insert element, the control core and / or the second shell element with each other, in particular via further attachment interfaces, be attached. The mounting interface can be configured as a latching connection, which is in particular einklickbar. For example, the attachment interface can be designed mushroom-like, which is pressed through an opening during attachment to a corresponding attachment interface, so that a positive connection is subsequently produced. Additionally or alternatively, the first and second shell element may be further bonded to the attachment interface. Bonding may provide added security for the attachment and / or play between the components, e.g. due to manufacturing tolerances, be balanced. In order to fasten the first shell element to the control core and the second shell element, a plurality of different or identical fastening interfaces are furthermore provided in each case. As a result, each individual element can also be mounted individually.

In the context of the invention, it is also conceivable that the grip region has a sensor zone in which a hand of the user can be detected. In particular, the grip region can have the sensor zone on the insert element. In this case, the insert element for electromagnetic waves can be permeable, so that a proximity or touch sensor behind the insert element, in particular in a core of the grip area, can be arranged. Additionally or alternatively, the insert element itself can be designed as a proximity sensor or touch sensor. Preferably, therefore, a capacitive, non-contact detection of the hand of the user may be possible in the sensor zone. For example, an autopilot of the vehicle can be activated if the user's hand is not detected in the sensor zone. Preferably, the grip region can have one or more sensor zones. In particular, a sensor zone or a plurality of sensor zones can also be provided along the entire grip area, so that the position of the user's hand can be detectable, in particular, completely peripherally.

According to a further aspect of the invention, a vehicle is claimed, which is steerable by a vehicle control according to the invention. Thus, the vehicle brings the same advantages as described in detail with respect to a vehicle control according to the invention.

• - Bereitstellen eines ersten Schalenelementes, eines zweiten Schalenelementes und eines Einlageelementes,
• - Erstellen eines Griffbereiches des Fahrzeugsteuers, welcher durch einen Benutzer zum Ausführen einer Lenkbewegung greifbar ist, wobei ein Anordnen des Einlageelementes zumindest teilweise zwischen dem ersten Schalenelementes und dem zweiten Schalenelement erfolgt, vorzugsweise so dass eine Außenfläche des Griffbereichs, insbesondere durch das Einlageelement und die Schalenelemente, gebildet wird.

According to a further aspect of the invention, a production method for producing a vehicle control, in particular a vehicle control according to the invention, is claimed. The manufacturing process comprises the following steps:

• Providing a first shell element, a second shell element and an insert element,
• - Creating a grip portion of the vehicle control, which is graspable by a user to carry out a steering movement, wherein an arranging the insert element is at least partially between the first shell element and the second shell element, preferably so that an outer surface of the grip area, in particular by the insert element and the shell elements , is formed.

In particular, it can be provided in the creation of the grip area that the first and second shell element and the insert element are fastened together and / or on a control core. Preferably, the outer surface can be formed by the first and the second shell element and the insert element. Thus, a manufacturing method according to the invention entails the same advantages as have already been described in detail with reference to a vehicle tax according to the invention. In particular, a simple customization option of the vehicle tax is given by the manufacturing process, wherein For example, for a variation of the vehicle control differently configured insert elements can be used.

• - Zumindest bereichsweises Umschließen des ersten und zweiten Schalenelementes mit jeweils einer Verkleidungshülle durch Tiefziehen.

In a production method according to the invention, it can further be provided that the production method comprises the following step:

• - At least partially enclosing the first and second shell element, each with a cladding shell by deep drawing.

The fact that two shell elements are provided for creating the grip area of the vehicle control, they can each be enclosed individually with a fairing shell. This can be advantageously realized by deep drawing, wherein the cladding shell can be pulled over the respective shell element in a predefined section under high forces. In this case, either the shell element, the cover shell can be pressed or the cover shell can be actively slipped over the shell element. It is also advantageous that little or no wrinkles and / or bumps in the cladding shell arise because the cladding fits at least in the grip area fits the first or second shell element. Thus, a simple way is given to disguise the shell elements and thus enhance visually and / or ergonomically or haptically and / or to individualize. Furthermore, the cladding of the shell elements with the cladding shell can be performed automatically, so that further manufacturing costs can be saved.

The method steps can advantageously be carried out in succession or in parallel. In particular, individual process steps or all process steps can be repeated.

• 1 ein Fahrzeugsteuer in schematischer Perspektivansicht in einem ersten Ausführungsbeispiel,
• 2 das Fahrzeugsteuer des ersten Ausführungsbeispiels in schematischer Explosionsansicht,
• 3 einen Abschnitt eines Griffbereiches eines erfindungsgemäßen Fahrzeugsteuers in schematischer Ansicht in einem zweiten Ausführungsbeispiel,
• 4 den Griffbereich des zweiten Ausführungsbeispiels in schematischer Schnittansicht,
• 5 ein Fahrzeug mit einem erfindungsgemäßen Fahrzeugsteuer in schematischer Ansicht,
• 6 ein erfindungsgemäßes Herstellverfahren in schematischer Darstellung der Verfahrensschritte.

Further, measures improving the invention will become apparent from the following description of some embodiments of the invention, which are shown schematically in the figures. Any features and / or advantages resulting from the claims, the description or the drawings, including constructive details, spatial arrangements and / or method steps, can be essential to the invention, both individually and in the most diverse combinations. It should be noted that the figures have only descriptive character and are not intended to limit the invention in any way. Show it:

• 1 a vehicle tax in a schematic perspective view in a first embodiment,
• 2 the vehicle control of the first embodiment in a schematic exploded view,
• 3 a section of a grip region of a vehicle control according to the invention in a schematic view in a second embodiment,
• 4 the grip region of the second embodiment in a schematic sectional view,
• 5 a vehicle with a vehicle tax according to the invention in a schematic view,
• 6 an inventive manufacturing method in a schematic representation of the method steps.

In the following figures, identical reference numerals are used for the same technical features and of different embodiments.

1 shows an inventive vehicle tax 10 in perspective, schematic view. Here is the vehicle tax 10 designed as a steering wheel and has a handle portion 13, which at least partially from a first and a second shell element 11 , 12 is formed. At the grip area 13 a user can control the vehicle 10 grab and thus a steering movement 30 , which in the illustrated embodiment is a circular steering movement, run. The grip area 13 is further configured annular, wherein on an outer circumference 14.1 of the handle portion 13 an insert element 15 between the first and second shell elements 11 . 12 on an outer surface 14 of the grip area 13 is arranged. Through the insert element 15 This results in a simple customizability of the vehicle tax 10 , wherein the arrangement on the outer circumference 14.1 leads to the insert element 15 is clearly visible and can also be perceived by other passengers in the vehicle. In addition, through the insert element 15 the ergonomics be improved. As shown, the insert element closes 15 in particular substantially flush with the first shell element 11 and the second shell member 12 on the outside surface 14 from. In the illustrated embodiment, no insert element is provided on an inner circumference 14.2, so that on the inner circumference 14.2 the first and the second shell element 11 . 12 are attached directly to each other. Furthermore, a sensor zone 19 may be provided which extends over a part of the grip area 13 or completely over the grip area 13 extends, wherein in the sensor zone 19 a user's hand is detectable. This allows the user, for example, by a easy movement along the grip area 13 in the sensor zone 19 trigger a vehicle function. As a result, different vehicle functions, such as the setting of a turn signal, can be realized.

2 shows the vehicle tax 10 of the first embodiment further in an exploded view. It becomes clear that the first and second shell element 11 . 12 a control core 16 at least partially enclose. The control core 16 supports the strength of the vehicle tax 10 and has transfer ribs 16.1 on, which with a central section 16.2 of the control core 16 connected, so a steering movement 30 on the handle area 13 to the central area 16.2 is transferable. The central area 16.2 of the control core 16 can also be in operative connection with a steering gear, so that cornering due to the steering movement 30 through the vehicle 1 is executable. In addition, mounting interfaces 18 provided, through which the first and second shell element 11 . 12 with the control core 16 is attached, allowing a secure hold of the shell elements 11 . 12 at the steering core 16 is guaranteed. In particular from 2 Therefore, it becomes clear that here is a simple mounting option of the vehicle tax 10 is given because individual components are merely joined together to the vehicle tax 10 manufacture, these individual components are correspondingly customizable and thus in different design, especially in different color design, in the vehicle tax 10 can be integrated without that it is necessary to change the other components accordingly. The sensor zone 19 is preferably by a in the control core 16 integrated sensor formed, which on the insert element 15 a corresponding sensor zone 19 forms.

The 3 and 4 further show a grip area 13 a vehicle control according to the invention 10 in a schematic section. Here is the section in 3 shown in schematic perspective view cut while 4 the section again in cross section shows. This is how the grip area points 13 a first and a second shell element 11 . 12 on which a control core 16 at least essentially surrounded. In addition, the first and second shell element are each surrounded by a cladding 17, which cut edges 17.1 having. The cut edges 17.1 are inward towards the control core 16 turned over so that the cut edges 17.1 on an outer surface 14 of the grip area 13 neither visible nor palpable. This makes it possible the cut edges 17.1 to produce with a high tolerance, which in turn can reduce the manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the cut edges affect 17.1 neither the visual nor the tactile impression of the grip area 13 essential. The fairing covers 17 may also be attached to the shell elements 11 . 12 each in the area of the cutting edges 17.1 be attached, so that even by the attachment of the qualitative impression of the vehicle control 10 is not affected. Furthermore, the shell elements 11 . 12 at the steering core 16 via attachment interfaces 18 attached. In this case, have the attachment interfaces 18 preferably mushroom-like locking means, so that a positive connection between the control core 16 and the respective shell element 11 . 12 , in particular by a connector, can be produced. Additionally or alternatively, at the attachment interfaces 18 be provided a bond. In addition, in the area of the control core 16 a light-emitting element 20 provided by which light 20.1 is radiant. So that the light 20.1 from the light emitting element 20 to the outer surface 14 of the grip area 13 passes, is also the insert element 15 between the first and second shell elements 11 . 12 made transparent. This can result in a high-quality lighting effect. Furthermore, it can be provided that the light-emitting element 20 can be controlled in regions, so that light 20.1 can be emitted and different lighting situations can be displayed and / or optical signals to the user via the light-emitting element 20 or the insert element 15 can be transmitted.

5 further shows a vehicle 2 with a vehicle tax according to the invention 10 in a schematic view. In this case, the vehicle tax 10 preferably be configured according to the first or the second embodiment. By a corresponding insert element 15 which is on an outer surface 14 a grip area 13 of the vehicle tax 10 is arranged, the interior of the vehicle 2 can with the visual design of the vehicle control 10 be harmonized so that the overall visual impression of the vehicle 2, in particular the interior of the vehicle 2, is improved.

6 further shows a manufacturing method according to the invention 100 in a schematic view of the corresponding method steps. In this case, according to a method step 101 providing a first shell element 11 , as well as a second shell element 12 and an insert element 15 intended. These can each be made individually as individual, separate components and thus individually designed in particular color. Furthermore, the first and the second shell element are preferably enclosed by a covering shell 17 by deep drawing in a further process step 102 , The at least partially enclosing can be provided after the provision of the individual components or in each case in the production of shell elements 11 . 12 , in particular directly in the tool of the respective shell element 11 . 12 , ie, for example, in an injection molding tool for producing the shell element 11 . 12 , The deep drawing can be done in such a way that the shell elements 11 . 12 each in a fairing shell 17 be pressed or the cladding 17 over the respective shell element 11 . 12 is pulled. As a result, the likelihood of defects, such as wrinkles, when pressing the cladding shell to the respective shell element 11 . 12 significantly reduced. Furthermore, a creation takes place 103 a grip area 13 a vehicle tax 10 on which a steering movement 30 by a user in the vehicle tax 10 can be introduced by arranging the insert element 15 between the first shell element 11 and the second shell member 12 , so on the outside surface 14 of the grip area 13 is formed. The outer surface 14 is in particular by the first shell element 11 , the second shell element 12 and the insert element 15 educated. In this case, preferably also a fixing of the first and second shell element 11 . 12 and the insert element 15 with each other and / or on a control core 16 passing through the shell elements 11 . 12 or the insert element 15 is surrounded, be provided. This results in a simple manufacturing process, which, for example, by replacing the insert element 15 is easy to customize, without the shell elements 11 . 12 to have to exchange. The shell elements 11 . 12 Therefore, they can be provided as standard components and manufactured, for example, in a plastic injection molding process as plastic components. Also, the insert element may preferably be a plastic component, so that the manufacturing process 100 for manufacturing the vehicle control 10 inexpensive executable. Preferably, by the described production process 100 a vehicle control according to the first or second embodiment are produced.

The above explanation of the embodiments describes the present invention solely by way of example. Of course, individual features of the embodiment, if technically feasible, can be combined freely with one another without departing from the scope of the present invention.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

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vehicle

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Vehicle tax, especially steering wheel

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first shell element

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second shell element

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grip area

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outer surface

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insert element

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control core

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transmission bridge

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Central area

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panel cover

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cutting edge

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Mounting interface

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sensor range

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Light-emitting element

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light

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steering movement

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manufacturing

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Cited patent literature

• WO 0245941 A1 [0003]

Claims (10)

Vehicle control (10), in particular steering wheel, for steering a vehicle (1), with a first and a second shell element (11, 12), wherein formed by the first and the second shell element (11, 12), a grip region (13) at least partially that is graspable by a user for performing a steering movement (30), characterized in that at least partially between the first and second shell element (11, 12) an insert element (15) is arranged on the grip region (13). Vehicle tax (10) to Claim 1 , characterized in that the first and the second shell element (11, 12) in the grip region (13) at least partially surround a control core (16) through which the steering movement (30) is transferable to a steering gear. Vehicle tax (10) to Claim 1 or 2 , characterized in that the first and / or the second shell element (11, 12) at least partially surrounded by a cladding shell (17), in particular wherein the cladding shell (17) comprises a leather and / or a textile. Vehicle tax (10) to Claim 3 , characterized in that at least one cut edge (17.1) of the cladding (17) between the first and second shell element (11, 12) is arranged. Vehicle control (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the grip region (13) has a light-emitting element (20), wherein the insert element (15) is light-permeable at least in regions. Vehicle control (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the grip region (13) is at least substantially annular, wherein the insert element (15) on an outer periphery (14.1) and / or on an inner circumference (14.2) of Gripping area (13) is arranged. Vehicle control (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first shell element (11) by at least one attachment interface (18) directly to the control core (16), the insert element (15) and / or the second shell element (12) attachable is. Vehicle control (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the grip region (13), in particular on the insert element (15), a sensor zone (19), in which a hand of the user is detectable. Manufacturing method (100) for producing a vehicle control (10), in particular according to one of Claims 1 to 8th comprising the steps of: providing (101) a first shell element (11), a second shell element (12) and an insert element (15), - creating (103) a grip area (13) of the vehicle control (10) which is controlled by a user for performing a steering movement (30) is tangible, wherein an arranging of the insert element (15) takes place at least partially between the first shell element (11) and the second shell element (12). Manufacturing process (100) according to Claim 9 , characterized in that the manufacturing method (100) comprises the following step: - At least partially enclosing (102) of the first and second shell element (11, 12), each with a cladding shell (17) by deep drawing.

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