ES1294826U - Interior modular furniture for vehicles (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Interior modular furniture for vehicles, to be arranged in the box of a van or similar, characterized in that it comprises a series of self-supporting modules (2, 3, 4), integral with each other, and defining an upper board (1) horizontal and flat. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Interior modular furniture for vehicles

TECHNICAL SECTOR

The present application refers to an interior piece of furniture for vehicles, to be arranged in the cargo space of vans or the like. It defines a series of spaces and a module for storage and work tables, generally drop-down or removable.

STATE OF THE ART

The conversion of vans or other similar vehicles for use as portable housing, avoiding the need for a tent or towing a caravan, is known in the state of the art.

In the most complex solutions, such as the one shown in ES2510241, beds, seats, showers... and a whole series of elements are defined to convert the van into a motorhome. However, this solution completely renders the van useless for cargo transport, apart from some luggage.

The applicant does not know of any device that allows these problems to be solved in such a simple way as the invention.

BRIEF EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The invention consists of an interior modular furniture for vehicles according to the first claim and whose variants solve the problems of the state of the art.

Its main advantage is that it makes better use of space, ensuring that the vehicle's storage space is not reduced during its movements. On the other hand, when it is necessary to use the piece of furniture, it fully offers its function.

The interior furniture for vehicles, designed to be placed in the box of a van or the like, comprises a series of self-supporting modules, integral with each other, and which define a horizontal and flat top panel.

The modules can be of different types and combinations. In one embodiment, they comprise at least one height-adjustable table module, preferably removable from the furniture to be used independently of the vehicle.

In another embodiment, they comprise a trunk module with a hatch on the dashboard that makes the interior accessible.

In the most preferred embodiment, the modules comprise at least one pull-out drawer module, which can be standard or configured in various ways. In a first form, the drawer module comprises recesses or cuts on its sides for ventilation. In a second form, the drawer module comprises a water tank, a pump and a drop-down sink or shower control.

The piece of furniture can have a folding table module on its front, sticking out of the vehicle door, generally placed on the front of a drawer module.

Other variants are seen in the rest of the report.

DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

For a better understanding of the invention, the following figures are included.

Figure 1: View of an embodiment, outside a vehicle to better appreciate the parts.

Figure 2: Exploded view of a second example of embodiment.

Figure 3: View of the second example, assembled.

MODES OF EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

Next, an embodiment of the invention is briefly described, as an illustrative and non-limiting example of the latter.

The piece of furniture is formed by a substantially flat upper board (1), under which the other elements are arranged. This board (1) is resistant to withstand the weight placed on it, and especially against scratches when objects are placed and removed. An optimal material is phenolic plywood, for example poplar, high pressure (HPL), with a protective plastic edge, for example PVC.

The board (1) is arranged at the rear of the van or similar vehicle, in such a way that it defines a new surface for placing the load, a mattress, etc. The table top (1) can be formed by a single body or by several bodies that are placed adjacent and flush.

Below the board (1), a series of self-supporting modules (2,3,4) are arranged, which can be of different types. These modules (2,3,4) are preferably placed on a floor (10) with notches, recesses or projections that help to place each module (2,3,4) in the exact position. The modules (2,3,4) preferably have the same size to be interchangeable. Likewise, there may be modules (2,3,4) of two or three different sizes so that they are interchangeable with each other within each size. For example, the sizes are multiples of each other so that two small modules (2,3,4) take the place of a large one.

A first example of module (2,3,4) is a removable drawer module (2), which can have a folding table module (5) on its front.

The drawer module (2) can be offered in various versions. In one, its side walls will be straight and will occupy all or almost the entire height of the front. In another, the side walls have one or more recesses or cuts to facilitate the ventilation of the elements arranged in the drawer module (2), such as a portable refrigerator. These recesses or cuts will communicate with the outside to allow ventilation. A third example comprises a water tank, optionally a gray water tank, and a sink or a drop-down shower control, for example with a drive pump. The basin can also be a sink.

A second example of module (2,3,4) is a trunk module (3), in which case the board (1) has a hatch (6) to access it. This trunk module (3) is preferably placed far from the door, since it is the best way to take advantage of those spaces. The gate (6) will generally be hinged to one side, although it can be removable.

It should be considered that the drawer module (2) can have a hatch (6) so that its content is accessible without opening the vehicle door. That is, the same module (2,3,4) can be of several types.

A third example of module (2,3,4) is a height-adjustable table module (4). It can be done by means of a telescopic or removable foot (7). The useful surface of the adjustable table module (4) will normally be flush with the top (1) when it is folded. The foot (7) can be removable from the vehicle, so that it can rest on its base outside of the vehicle, forming an independent table module. In the figure, the foot (7) is cylindrical and has a frustoconical base, both parts being removable. Other configurations are possible. As can be seen in figure 1, this table module leaves a space that can be used for the feet of the users, who sit on the adjacent modules (2,3,4). These adjacent modules (2,3,4) can be joined together by a panel or bridge (11) at the bottom that stiffens the joint. They can also be joined by the ground (10).

The tabletop (1) may have an extension (8) to one or more sides. For example, a folding extension (8) towards the front of the vehicle, when the corresponding seats are folded down, facilitates the placement of a sleeping mattress. This extension (8) can act as a mattress base, preferably inflatable or roll-up. The mattress base will preferably have through spaces to ventilate the mattress (figure 2).

The modules (2,3,4) are self-supporting, so that the assembly of the furniture, and its removal, are simple. The modules (2,3,4) are placed consecutively and are fixed by means of screws or similar pieces. A small number of screws will suffice. Once the modules (2,3,4) have been placed, if they are not integral with part of the board (1), the latter is placed with its hypothetical extensions (8). For its removal, the reverse operations are carried out, leaving the modules (2,3,4) stored without disassembling. This solution also allows the cabinet to be easily reconfigured when needs change.

Claims (1)

1- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, for its arrangement in the box of a van or similar, characterized in that it comprises a series of self-supporting modules (2,3,4), integral with each other, and which define an upper board (1) horizontal and flat. 2- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the modules is a height-adjustable table, through a telescopic foot (7). 3- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 2, characterized in that the adjustable table module (4) is removable from the furniture. 4- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 2, characterized in that the foot (7) is removable. 5- Modular interior furniture for vehicles, according to claim 1, where at least one of the modules is a trunk, the interior of which is accessible from a hatch (6). 6- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the modules is a removable drawer (2) 7- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 6, characterized in that the drawer module (2) comprises recesses or cuts on its sides. 8- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 6, characterized in that the drawer module (2) comprises a water tank, a pump and a sink or drop-down shower control. 9- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 1, characterized in that it is made of phenolic plywood. 10- Interior modular furniture for vehicles, according to claim 1, characterized in that the board (1) comprises at least one folding extension (8).