DE102020114193A1 - Container for an interior of a motor vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a container (10) for an interior (12) of a motor vehicle, with at least one receiving compartment (18) for receiving goods to be transported (20), and with a holding device (22) by means of which the container (10) is attached to a holder (24) can be fixed in the interior (12) of the motor vehicle. In order to create a container (10) which can be used for other purposes, the invention provides that the container (10) is designed as a piece of luggage that can be transported by a person and is carried by Detaching the holding device (22) from the interior (12) of the motor vehicle can be removed.

Description

The invention relates to a container for an interior space of a motor vehicle according to the preamble of claim 1.

In order to use the space of the center console freely and still not have to forego its storage space, From the DE 101 37 036 A1 Such a container is already known, which is arranged in the area of a center console in the interior of a motor vehicle and is displaceable in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. Here, the dashboard of the vehicle has a recess for pushing in the container, the container being flush with the dashboard in its pushed-in position. Due to this design, the container can be stowed away when not in use without negatively affecting the functionality of the interior.

the DE 10 2009 034 958 A1 discloses a motor vehicle with a rail track which extends centrally in the vehicle longitudinal direction over the entire length of the vehicle interior and the cargo space. The track consists of two parallel rails. Slidable carriages are provided along the rails. A variable fastening system for storage and transport objects is created in the vehicle interior, which enables easy handling.

From the DE 10 2005 061 493 A1 Finally, a luggage holding device for a motor vehicle is known which comprises a fastening device which can be adjusted along a guide rail. The fastening device has at one end a locking bolt which, with its widening, can be displaced and locked in the direction of extent of the guide rail. An actuating button is provided on the fastening device, by pressing it the spread of the locking bolt in the guide rail for moving the bracing fastening device from a locking position to a unlocking position can be unlocked.

The object of the present invention is to create a container of the type mentioned at the outset, which further possibilities of use are opened up.

This object is achieved by a container with the features of claim 1. Advantageous configurations with expedient developments of the invention are specified in the remaining claims.

The container according to the invention for an interior of a motor vehicle comprises at least one receiving compartment for receiving goods to be transported and a holding device by means of which the container can be fixed to a holder in the interior of the motor vehicle.

In order to create a container which opens up further possibilities of use, it is provided according to the invention that it is designed as a piece of luggage which can be transported by a person and which can be removed from the interior of the motor vehicle by releasing the holding device.

The aim of the present invention is thus to create an item of luggage designed as a suitcase or the like, which has a holding device by means of which the luggage / container can be fixed in the interior of the motor vehicle.

Thus, on the one hand, a user can carry the piece of luggage as such outside of the motor vehicle and transport pieces of luggage such as laptops, tablets, or similar mobile computing devices as well as items of clothing or the like, and on the other hand, the piece of luggage can be fixed during a journey, for example in the vicinity of this person in the interior of the motor vehicle so that the user has quick access to his luggage, work equipment and work documents or the like. In this case, the item of luggage is securely fastened and held in the interior by means of the holding device, thereby avoiding the stowage of the item of luggage in the hold and the way there. For example, there is no loss of time during the journey, which means that passengers can switch to faster changing times with an “On Demand Mobility” mobility concept.

An advantageous embodiment provides that the holding device is guided to be displaced on at least one guide rail of the holder in the interior and can be fixed. By means of the guide rail it is possible to adjust and fix the container / the piece of luggage along this, whereby the person is able to choose a position in which the container is fixed at his own request. Unintentional displacement while driving due to inertia or centrifugal forces, for example, is thus avoided. For example, a hinged holding element for objects that is integrated in the container can thus be used, whereby the comfort of the person is increased, and further additional holding properties of the container are also made possible.

A further advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the holding device comprises a slide which can be adjusted by means of an adjustment drive along the guide rail in the interior. Automated adjustment can thus be achieved, whereby, for example, the container / item of luggage can be moved backwards in the vehicle longitudinal direction from a first latched position between two front seats to a second latched position between two rear individual seats by means of the slide over the guide rail. Thus, both the driver and front passenger as well as the rear occupants of the vehicle have access to the goods to be transported within the container, the driver being able to move the container into the second latching position using the adjustment drive, for example by pressing a button.

In a further advantageous embodiment it is provided that a safety device is provided on the slide, by means of which the container is additionally held on the guide rail in the event of a collision of the motor vehicle. In the event of a collision, the safety device thus enables the container to be held more securely.

A further advantageous embodiment provides that an electrical interface, in particular of the holding device, is designed to make electrical contact between the container and a charging station of the motor vehicle. Electrical transport goods such as mobile terminals or the like within the container can be charged by means of the electrical interface. Furthermore, all devices can optionally also be charged on the container by means of an electrical energy store inside the container outside the motor vehicle. The electrical energy store can in turn be charged via the electrical interface in the motor vehicle.

In a further advantageous embodiment, it is provided that latching elements of the holding device are arranged on the slide, which form a mechanical fixation of the slide on the guide rail and the electrical interface. By means of the latching elements, the container can be fixed to the guide rail in steps, for example, which in particular enables the carriage to be held in a stable manner. A desired position for the same person can also be noted. The securing of the container and the electrical interface are provided regardless of the position.

A further advantageous embodiment provides that the container is designed as a center console for arrangement between front vehicle seats in the interior of the motor vehicle. Goods to be transported within the container are therefore always available to the driver and front passenger.

In a further advantageous embodiment, it is provided that the container is designed as a built-in part for arrangement behind front vehicle seats in a central area of the interior of the motor vehicle. With this arrangement, the container can be available not only to the driver, but to every vehicle occupant. Possible built-in devices within the container are accessible to everyone, which means that travel information can be transmitted to all vehicle occupants, for example by means of a screen and an electronic computing device.

Another advantageous embodiment provides that a table is integrated into the container. By means of the table, it is possible to provide a storage area, especially on long journeys. Thanks to a folding function, this table can also be quickly adjusted and stowed away. Other goods to be transported can be attached to the table. For example, the table can have a coupling unit for a mobile phone or for a computer.

Finally, in a further advantageous embodiment, it is provided that the holding device is formed by an adapter that can be fastened to the container. The adapter can, in particular, be attached to other items of luggage which do not inherently include a mounting option. For example, any other piece of luggage belonging to a passenger can be fastened when transporting people, so that the passenger also has easy access to the goods in transit.

In summary, the invention describes an adaptive system for items of luggage, for example suitcases, which can be docked and undocked in connection with a rail system with a slide in the interior of the vehicle. The slide is also mechanically secured in the event of a collision and an electrical interface for charging. The piece of luggage replaces today's permanently installed center consoles and folding tables attached to seats, offers an integrated table and access to compartments for computers, mobile phones and more.

For example, one piece of luggage can be parked from both sides of the vehicle through the doors in the interior and connected to the slide. Going to the trunk and opening and closing the loading flap with lost time is no longer necessary, and thus offers passengers faster changing times, especially with On Demand Mobility. In addition to the seat rails, a double rail located in the middle of the interior space is preferably integrated in the floor. On this track you can Objects are moved, for example by means of a slide, which is moved with lateral sliding shoes on guide elements by means of a drive element, for example an electric motor, via a rack.

The slide is released or held or jammed in a selected position via a safety device, for example a locking lever. On the slide there are, for example, locking ball heads which form at least one mechanical and at least one electrical interface to the case system. In the case of items of luggage from the original equipment manufacturer, this interface is intended to be integrated in the item of luggage; in the case of competing products, an adapter is to be used which can be used on the competing products.

Further features of the invention emerge from the claims, the figures and the description of the figures. The features and combinations of features mentioned above in the description as well as the features and combinations of features mentioned below in the description of the figures and / or shown alone in the figures can be used not only in the respectively specified combination, but also in other combinations or on their own.

• 1 eine schematische Perspektivansicht einer Ausführungsform eines als ein Gepäckstück ausgebildeten Containers für einen Innenraum eines Kraftwagens in drei verschiedenen Positionen;
• 2 eine schematische Perspektivansicht einer Ausführungsform einer wenigstens zum Teil mittig im Innenraum angebrachten und in sich in Fahrzeuglängsrichtung erstreckenden Führungsschiene einer Halterung des Innenraums;
• 3 eine schematische Perspektivansicht einer Ausführungsform eines Schlittens einer Halteeinrichtung des Containers, welches an der Führungsschiene angebracht und verstellbar ist;
• 4 eine schematische Perspektivansicht einer Ausführungsform eines mittleren Bereichs des Innenraums, mit einem hinteren Fahrzeugsitzpaar, welches zum Container hin ausgerichtet ist; und
• 5 eine schematische Perspektivansicht einer Ausführungsform des mittleren Bereichs des Innenraums mit wenigstens zwei gegenüberliegenden und zueinander ausgerichteten hinteren Fahrzeugsitzpaare, welche zu zwei, wenigstens zum Teil gegenüberliegende und in Fahrzeuglängsrichtung quer positionierte Container hin ausgerichtet sind.

The invention will now be explained in more detail using a preferred exemplary embodiment and with reference to the drawings. Show it:

• 1 a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a container designed as a piece of luggage for an interior of a motor vehicle in three different positions;
• 2 a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a guide rail of a holder of the interior, which is attached at least partially in the middle of the interior and extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle;
• 3 a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a slide of a holding device of the container, which is attached to the guide rail and adjustable;
• 4th a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a central area of the interior, with a rear pair of vehicle seats, which is oriented towards the container; and
• 5 a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of the central area of the interior with at least two opposing and mutually aligned rear pairs of vehicle seats, which are aligned towards two, at least partially opposing and transversely positioned containers in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

1 shows in a schematic perspective view an embodiment of a container designed as a piece of luggage, in particular as a trolley case 10 for an interior 12th a motor vehicle in three different positions P1 , P2 , P3 .

In the first position P1 is a back S1 of the container 10 directed towards the viewer, in particular a retractable holding element 14th is shown. This is intended in particular for pulling the rolling suitcase. Associated roles 16 on a lower side S2 of the container 10 are covered, creating a space-saving embodiment of the rollers in particular 16 given is.

It is also in the second position P2 of the container 10 , analogous to the first position P1 , the backside S1 of the container 10 shown. In particular, the container includes 10 at least one storage compartment 18th for receiving goods to be transported 20th , for example at least one laptop, tablet or mobile phone. The receiving tray 18th is variable in size and is in the first and second position P1 , P2 on a front S3 of the container 10 appropriate. An opening 19th of the receiving tray 18th is on an upper side S4 of the container 10 recognizable, being in contrast to the first position P1 the opening 19th is open.

The third position P3 shows the front S3 of the container 10 with the receiving tray 18th . On one of the front S3 seen here - right side S5 of the container 10 are the roles 16 shown which for the transport of the container designed as a rolling suitcase 10 are provided. In particular, the roles are 16 with the substantially rectangular right side S5 flush with the rollers 16 with a concealed - from the front S3 seen from. left side S6 are also flush.

The roles 16 of the container 10 , which are hidden or visible in the positions P1 , P2 , and P3 are shown, can on a holding device according to the invention 22nd of the container 10 be arranged. This can be done on the lower side S2 of the container 10 be arranged.

The holding device 22nd includes a bracket 24 , by means of which the container 10 in the interior 12th of the motor vehicle can be determined. In particular, this allows the container 10 space-saving in the interior 12th be attached in different places. As a trolley case or as a piece of luggage that can be transported by one person trained container 10 can by loosening the holding device 22nd from the interior 12th of the motor vehicle can be released and removed. This allows the person to use the container 10 and the goods in transit 20th outside of the vehicle. Furthermore, the container 10 be placed directly next to the person while driving. This is done by means of the holding device 22nd the container 10 in the interior 12th Attached to save space, which means, for example, that the container can be stowed away 10 in a hold of the motor vehicle and the way there is avoided.

2 shows a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a centrally located in the interior 12th attached and in the vehicle longitudinal direction extending guide rail 26th the bracket 24 . The holding device 22nd is on the guide rail 26th by means of the bracket 24 in the interior 12th shifted and definable. Thus it is by means of the guide rail 26th possible the container 10 to adjust and set along this so that the person can set a desired position. Unintentional shifts and adjustments while driving are thus avoided.

Furthermore, the guide rail 26th in 2 designed as a double rail, with at least one bar 28 and with at least one hole 30th the bar 28 . The hole 30th serves to fasten the guide rail 26th at the bottom of the interior 12th . According to the invention is thus in future vehicles in addition to at least one seat rail 32 for at least one vehicle seat 34 one located in the middle of the interior 12th located guide rail 26th or double rail integrated in the floor. On this guide rail 26th can thus objects such as the container 10 , moved and set. Further embodiments of the guide rail 26th and mounting options are possible. Likewise, the guide rail 26th Curves and transitions into other rails include, creating different configurations of guideways for the container 10 can be provided.

3 shows a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a carriage 36 the holding device 22nd , which on the guide rail 26th attached, adjustable and fixable. On the sledge 36 are locking elements 38 the holding device 22nd arranged, which a mechanical fixation of the slide 36 on the guide rail 26th , as well as an electrical interface 40 , form. By means of the locking elements 38 can the container 10 for example, in steps on the guide rail 26th be attached. In particular, this results in a stable hold of the slide 36 . You can also get on the sledge 36 For example, locking ball heads are located, which at least the mechanical and at least the electrical interface 40 to the container 10 form.

The electrical interface 40 the holding device 22nd is designed to hold the container 10 with a charging station 42 of the vehicle to make electrical contact. In particular, goods can be transported in the form of electronic devices 20th by means of the electrical interface 40 Loading. It is also possible by means of an electrical energy store 44 inside the container 10 the electrical equipment or the transported goods 20th also outside the vehicle on the container 10 to charge. The electrical energy storage 44 can in turn by means of the electrical interface 40 can also be charged on the vehicle.

The sledge 36 is a security device 46 arranged by means of which the container 10 for example, in the event of a collision of the motor vehicle, additionally on the guide rail 26th is held. In the event of a collision, the safety device allows 46 a more secure hold of the container 10 inside the interior 12th . Furthermore, the security device 46 be designed for example as a locking lever, which the slide 36 release or hold or clamp in another position. In particular, the holding device 22nd at least partially by the security device 46 be educated.

The sled 36 can by means of an adjustment drive 48 , which can be designed as an electric motor, for example, along the guide rail 26th in the interior 12th adjusted. The adjustment drive 48 is in 3 through the sled 36 concealed and can along the locking elements 38 adjusted. Furthermore, for example, an automated adjustment can be actuated, whereby the container 10 from a first locking position EP1 between two front vehicle seats 56 to a second locking position EP2 between two rear vehicle seats by means of the slide 36 over the guide rail 26th can be moved backwards in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The driver and front passenger as well as rear passengers have access to the goods to be transported 20th inside the container 10 , with the driver and front passenger opening the container, for example by pushing a button 10 via the adjustment drive 48 into the second locking position EP2 can adjust. Furthermore, on the guide rail 26th the sled 36 with, for example, lateral sliding shoes on guide elements by means of the adjustment drive 48 be moved via a rack.

In particular, the holding device 22nd by one on the container 10 attachable adapter 50 be educated. The adapter 50 can, for example, be attached to other items of luggage that are not manufactured by the original equipment manufacturer and do not have a mounting option. For example, the passenger's luggage can be attached to a motor vehicle, which also gives the passenger easy access to the goods in transit 20th Has. Further functions and configurations of the holding device 22nd can as functions and configurations of the adapter 50 be considered.

4th shows a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a central region of the interior 12th , with a first rear pair of vehicle seats 52 which goes to the container 10 is aligned.

5 shows a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of the central area of the interior 12th , with at least two opposing and mutually aligned pairs of vehicle seats 52 , 54 , which to two, at least partially opposite and positioned transversely in the vehicle longitudinal direction, containers 10 are aligned.

As well as 4th as well as 5 show possible embodiments of the central area of the interior 12th of, for example, a motor vehicle, which in particular transports people with different pieces of luggage, and thus the need for the adapter 50 given is. The container 10 is here as a center console to be arranged between the front vehicle seats 56 in the interior 12th of the motor vehicle trained. In particular, the container 10 when used as a center console.

Continue to show 4th and 5 Ways to use the container 10 within the entire interior 12th to use. The container 10 can, for example, be used as a built-in part for placement behind the front vehicle seats 56 in the middle area of the interior 12th of the motor vehicle. This arrangement allows the container 10 Not only available to the driver, but to every vehicle occupant of the passenger car. Thus, for example by means of a screen and an electronic computation direction of the container 10 , Travel information is transmitted to the vehicle occupants.

Finally it's in the container 10 a table 58 integrated. This table is by means of a folding function 58 also quickly adjustable and stowable. Other goods to be transported 20th can at the table 58 be attached; for example, the table 58 have a coupling unit for a mobile phone or for a computer.

In summary, the container replaces 10 Today's fixed center consoles and folding tables attached to the seats of the motor vehicle, and offers an integrated table 58 and access to storage compartments 18th for computers, cell phones and others. The container 10 or the adaptive piece of luggage can be combined with the guide rail 26th and the sled 36 in the interior 12th dock and undock the vehicle. Over the sledge 36 and the holding device 22nd are the container 10 furthermore a mechanical safety device 46 in the event of a collision and an electrical interface 40 assigned for loading.

List of reference symbols

10

Container

12th

inner space

14th

Retaining element

16

roll

18th

Receiving compartment

19th

opening

20th

Transport goods

22nd

Holding device

24

bracket

26th

Guide rail

28

strip

30th

drilling

32

Seat rail

34

Vehicle seat

36

sleds

38

Locking elements

40

electrical interface

42

Charging station

44

electrical energy storage

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Protection scheme

48

Adjustment drive

50

adapter

52

first rear pair of vehicle seats

54

second rear pair of vehicle seats

56

front vehicle seats

58

table

P1

first position

P2

second position

P3

third position

S1

back

S2

lower side

S3

front

S4

upper side

S5

left side

S6

right side

EP1

first locking position

EP2

second locking position

QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Patent literature cited

• DE 10137036 A1 [0002]
• DE 102009034958 A1 [0003]
• DE 102005061493 A1 [0004]

Claims (10)

Container (10) for an interior (12) of a motor vehicle, with at least one receiving compartment (18) for receiving goods to be transported (20), and with a holding device (22) by means of which the container (10) is attached to a holder (24) in the Interior (12) of the motor vehicle can be fixed, characterized in that the container (10) is designed as a piece of luggage which can be transported by a person and which can be removed from the interior (12) of the motor vehicle by releasing the holding device (22). Container (10) according to Claim 1 , characterized in that the holding device (22) is displaceably guided and can be fixed on at least one guide rail (26) of the holder (24) in the interior (12). Container (10) according to Claim 2 , characterized in that the holding device (22) comprises a slide (36) which can be adjusted by means of an adjusting drive (48) along the guide rail (26) in the interior (12). Container (10) according to Claim 3 , characterized in that a safety device (46) is provided on the slide (36), by means of which the container (10) is additionally held on the guide rail (26) in the event of a collision of the motor vehicle. Container (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that an electrical interface (40) of the holding device (22) is designed to make electrical contact between the container (10) and a charging station (42) of the motor vehicle. Container (10) according to Claim 5 , characterized in that latching elements (38) of the holding device (22) are arranged on the slide (36), which form a mechanical fixation of the slide (36) on the guide rail (26) and the electrical interface (40). Container (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (10) is designed as a center console for arrangement between front vehicle seats in the interior (12) of the motor vehicle. Container (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (10) is designed as a built-in part for arrangement behind front vehicle seats (56) in a central area of the interior (12) of the motor vehicle. Container (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a table (58) is integrated into the container (10). Container (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding device (22) is formed by an adapter (50) which can be fastened to the container (10).

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