JP2009046117A - Vehicular supporting holder - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a vehicular supporting holder capable of preventing the plastic deformation of an elastic supporting part to surely support a cover member or a rack member, preventing the interference of mounting tools for the cover member and the rack member with a mating member, and having improved appearance and favorable design. <P>SOLUTION: The vehicular supporting holder is constituted of: a pair of elastic supporting parts; a connecting part connecting the elastic supporting parts; and a holding space formed of the pair of elastic supporting parts and the connecting part. A projecting part projected toward the holding space is formed at the connecting part. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a vehicle support holder used for a lid of a storage part of a vehicle, a shelf member on which articles are placed, and the like.

2. Description of the Related Art As vehicle support holders, there are practically used ones that can be used to freely open and close a lid of a storage unit of a vehicle, or that support a vehicle shelf member on which an article is placed so as to be removable.
This type of vehicle support holder is designed to be open / closed when used for the lid of the storage unit, and designed for the intended use with due consideration for support when used for a shelf member. It was common.

A lid opening / closing structure for an automotive deck board is known as one using such a vehicle support holder (see, for example, Patent Document 1).
Japanese Utility Model Publication No. 5-41975 (2nd page, FIG. 2)

The technique of Patent Document 1 will be described.
FIG. 16 is a diagram for explaining a basic configuration of a vehicle support holder used in a conventional lid opening / closing structure for an automobile deck board.
The lid opening / closing structure 200 for an automobile deck board includes a floor panel 201, a deck board 202 covering the upper surface of the floor panel 201, a recess 203 provided in the floor panel 201, and a tray accommodated in the recess 203. 204, an opening 205 that is opened in the deck board 202 to open the tray 204, a lid member 206 that covers the opening 205, and a plurality of vehicles that are attached to the lid member 206 and support the lid member 206 so that the lid member 206 can be opened and closed. Support holders 207, 207, and support shafts 208, 208 provided on the floor panel 201 side and fitted with the vehicle support holders 207, 207.

  The vehicle support holder 207 includes a pair of elastic support portions 211 and 211 to which the support shaft 208 is fitted, a connection portion 212 that connects the elastic support portions 211 and 211, a pair of elastic support portions 211 and 211, and a connection. And a holding space 213 formed by the portion 212.

  However, in the vehicle support holder 207, the remaining portion of the holding space 213 remains between the support shafts 208 and 208 and the connection portion 212 in a state where the pair of elastic support portions 211 and 211 are fitted to the support shafts 208 and 208. . Therefore, when a large load is applied from above the lid member 206, the pair of elastic support portions 211 and 211 are expanded outward, and a phenomenon that the lid member 206 further sinks may occur. In this case, the lid member 206 cannot be stopped at a predetermined height, and the elastic support portions 211 and 211 of the vehicle support holder 207 may be plastically deformed.

  Further, in the vehicle support holder 207, there may be a case where an attachment (for example, a screw) that fixes the vehicle support holder 207 to the lid member 206 interferes with the support shaft 208. For example, when the support shaft 208 is a member that is easily damaged, scratches may occur.

  Further, when the lid member 206 is opened, the vehicle support holder 207 is exposed, so that an attachment (for example, a screw) that holds the vehicle support holder 207 to the lid member 206 can be seen. Therefore, improvement in the appearance of the vehicle support holder 207 is also desired. Also, when attaching a supported member such as the lid member 206 to the vehicle support holder 207, it is also necessary to consider equalizing the insertion / extraction force of the supported member and stabilizing the holding force of the supported member. Is.

The present invention can prevent plastic deformation of the elastic support portion, can reliably support the lid member and the shelf member, and the fixture that stops the lid member and the shelf member interferes with the mating member. It is an object of the present invention to provide a vehicle support holder that can prevent the above-described problem. It is another object of the present invention to provide a vehicle support holder with improved appearance and rich design.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a vehicle support holder that can equalize the insertion / extraction force of the supported member and can stabilize the holding force of the supported member.

  The invention according to claim 1 includes a pair of elastic support portions, a connection portion connecting the elastic support portions, and a holding space formed by the pair of elastic support portions and the connection portion. In the vehicle support holder in which the supported member inserted into the support is supported by the pair of elastic support portions, the connection portion is provided with a convex portion that protrudes toward the holding space.

  The invention according to claim 2 is provided with a mounting hole for mounting on the vehicle body side with a mounting tool at least a part of which protrudes into the holding space, and the height of the convex part is the height of the protruding part of the mounting tool. It is characterized by being set higher than this.

  The invention according to claim 3 is characterized in that the convex portion is formed so as to surround the protrusion.

  The invention according to claim 4 is characterized in that the convex portion is formed on the lid member that covers the protruding portion.

The invention according to claim 5 includes a pair of elastic support portions, a connection portion connecting the elastic support portions, and a holding space formed by the pair of elastic support portions and the connection portion. In the vehicle support holder in which the supported member inserted in is supported by a pair of elastic support portions,
A shape holding member that holds the shape of the pair of elastic support portions is provided on the pair of elastic support portions.

  In the invention according to claim 1, the vehicle support holder includes a pair of elastic support portions, a connection portion connecting the elastic support portions, and a holding space formed by the pair of elastic support portions and the connection portion. Consists of Since the projecting portion that protrudes toward the holding space is provided in the connecting portion, the supported member is received by the projecting portion when the supported member is inserted into the holding space and supported by the pair of elastic support portions. Can do. Thereby, a pair of elastic support parts are expanded more than necessary by the supported member, and it can be avoided that the pair of elastic support parts cause plastic deformation. As a result, the supported member can be reliably supported.

  In the invention according to claim 2, the connection portion is provided with a mounting hole for mounting on the vehicle body side with a mounting tool at least a part of which protrudes into the holding space, and the height of the convex portion is the height of the protruding portion of the mounting tool. Since it is set higher than this, it is possible to prevent the supported member and the fixture from interfering with each other. As a result, for example, it is possible to avoid damage to the supported member and the fixture.

  In the invention which concerns on Claim 3, since the convex part was formed so that the circumference | surroundings of a protrusion part might be covered, it can prevent touching a fixture.

  In the invention which concerns on Claim 4, a convex part is formed in the cover member which covers a protrusion part, and can cover a protrusion part with the cover member in which the convex part was formed. As a result, a mounting member such as a screw can be covered with the lid member, and the appearance support can be improved and a vehicle support holder rich in design can be realized.

  In the invention according to claim 5, since the shape holding member that holds the shape of the pair of elastic support portions is provided in the pair of elastic support portions, the shape support member causes the elastic support portions to fall down in the holding space direction or outside. Can be prevented. Thereby, while being able to maintain the insertability of a supported member satisfactorily, the insertion / extraction force of a supported member can be made uniform. Furthermore, the holding force of the member to be held can be stabilized.

The best mode for carrying out the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings are viewed in the direction of the reference numerals.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a rear structure of a vehicle employing a vehicle support holder according to the present invention, and FIGS. 2A and 2B are explanatory views for explaining the configuration of the rear structure of the vehicle shown in FIG. FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the indoor cover of the rear structure of the vehicle shown in FIG.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the rear structure 10 of the vehicle is configured in the rear space of the rear seat, and the left indoor side that covers the left and right wheel houses (not shown) from the indoor 11 side. A cover (not shown) and a right indoor cover 14, a shelf board 15 that is laid along the vehicle body floor 12 and is foldable, and an inner board 16 provided below the shelf board 15, Left and right indoor support covers (left indoor cover is not shown) 14, left first and second vehicle support holders (not shown) and a right first support A second vehicle support holder 39, 40 and a storage box 45 provided in the right indoor cover 14 for storing articles.

  The storage box 45 includes a box main body 46 that stores articles and a lid 48 that covers an opening 47 of the box main body 46.

The indoor cover 14 is provided with first and second attachment portions 21 and 22 to which the first and second vehicle support holders 39 and 40 are attached.
As shown in FIG. 2B, the shelf board 15 is divided and configured in the order from the rear seat 17 to the first to third boards 23 to 25, and is hinged to each other so as to be foldable.

The first board 23 includes a first shaft portion (supported member) 29 that is detachably fitted to the first vehicle support holder 39.
The second board 24 includes a rectangular base portion 32 and a protruding portion 33 that protrudes from the base portion 32 toward the third board 25.

  As shown in FIG. 2A, the third board 25 is hinged to the second board 24, and has a substantially U-shaped frame 34 that surrounds the protrusion 33 of the second board 24, and the frame. 34 and a net (net-like member) 35 on which an article is placed. The frame body 34 includes a clue portion 36 for placing a manpower, and a second shaft portion (supported member) 41 detachably fitted to the second vehicle support holder 40.

  In the form shown in FIG. 2A, the shelf board 15 can be used as a shelf board on which an article can be placed. In the state shown in FIG. The cover is formed and used as a cover that covers a spare tire storage portion (not shown) in which a spare tire (not shown) is stored.

  When the shelf board 15 used as the lid is used as the shelf board, the first vehicle support holder 39 functions as a bearing that rotatably supports the first shaft portion 29. In addition, when the shelf board 15 used as a shelf board is used as a lid, similarly, the first vehicle support holder 39 functions as a bearing that rotatably supports the first shaft portion 29. To do.

  The first and second vehicle support holders 39 and 40 are the same member. Hereinafter, the second vehicle support holder 40 is referred to as “vehicle support holder 40”, and the second shaft portion 41 is referred to as “supported member 41. ".

  4 is a cross-sectional view showing a mounting state of the vehicle support holder according to the present invention, FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 4, and FIG. 6 is a vehicle support shown in FIG. 7 is a plan view of the holder, and FIG. 7 is a side view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG.

  As shown in FIGS. 4 to 7, the vehicle support holder 40 includes a pair of elastic support portions 51, 51, a connection portion 52 that connects the elastic support portions 51, 51, and a pair of these elastic supports. A holding space 53 formed by the support portions 51, 51 and the connecting portion 52, a mounting hole 55 provided in the connecting portion 52 for screwing a screw (attachment tool) 54, and provided in the connecting portion 52, toward the holding space 53. Are provided on the connecting portion 52 and the mounting boss portion 57 facing the holding space 53 on the lower surface 52 a of the connecting portion 52. The protrusions 58, 58 increase the mounting stability of the vehicle support holder 40 when both ends protrude from the lower surface 52a in a side view and are mounted on the vehicle body side such as the inner panel 18 of the wheel house or the indoor side cover 14. Consists of. The screw 54 is an aspect of a fixture for mounting on the vehicle body side.

  The elastic support portion 51 is a portion that is formed thinner than the thickness of the connection portion 52 and is raised from both ends of the connection portion 52 in a closed loop shape in a side view, and directly supports the supported member 41. It consists of an elastic part 61 and an outer elastic part 62 that complements the elasticity of the inner elastic part 61.

  That is, since the elastic support portion 51 is formed in a closed loop shape including the inner elastic portion 61 and the outer elastic portion 62, the elastic force of the elastic support portion 51 can be increased and the holding force of the elastic support portion 51 can be increased. Can be increased. As a result, the supported member 41 can be easily inserted into the vehicle support holder 40 and the supported member 41 can be reliably held.

As described above, the convex portion 56 receives the supported member 41 by the convex portion 56 when the supported member 41 is inserted into the holding space 53 and supported by the pair of elastic support portions 51, 51. As shown in FIG. 4, the height of the convex portion 56 is formed higher than the height of the screw head (projecting portion) 54 a of the screw (mounting tool) 54.
Further, as shown in FIG. 6, the convex portions 56 and 56 are formed in parallel with the elastic support portions 51 and 51 and in a straight line with the mounting hole 55.
Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the elastic support portions 51 and 51 from interfering with the fixture 54 regardless of the shape (for example, a circle, a rectangle, or a triangle).

That is, the connection portion 52 is provided with an attachment hole 55 for attaching to the vehicle body side with an attachment 54 at least a part of which protrudes into the holding space 53, and the height of the protrusion 56 is the height of the protrusion of the attachment 54. Since the elastic support portions 51 and 51 have any shape (for example, a circle, a rectangle, a triangle, etc.), the supported member 41 and the fixture 54 can be prevented from interfering with each other.
As a result, for example, it can be avoided that the supported member 41 and the fixture 54 are damaged.

  The mounting boss portion 57 is formed continuously from a substantially prismatic main body portion 64, a slit 65 that divides the main body portion 64 into two parts, and an attachment hole 55 of the connection portion 52 formed in the main body portion 64. It consists of a fitting part 66. The fitting portion 66 is fixed to a vehicle body such as the inner panel 18 of the wheel house or the indoor cover 14 by expanding the diameter of the main body 64 by screwing the screw 54 through the mounting hole 55.

That is, the vehicle support holder 40 includes a pair of elastic support portions 51, 51, a connection portion 52 that connects these elastic support portions 51, 51, and a pair of these elastic support portions 51, 51 and connection portion 52. The holding space 53 is formed. Since the projections 56, 56 projecting toward the holding space 53 are provided in the connecting portion 52, when the supported member 41 is inserted into the holding space 53 and supported by the pair of elastic support portions 51, 51. The supported member 41 can be received by the convex portions 56 and 56. Thereby, it is possible to avoid the pair of elastic support portions 51 and 51 from being unnecessarily expanded by the supported member 41 and causing the pair of elastic support portions 51 and 51 to undergo plastic deformation. As a result, for example, the supported member 41 including the lid member and the shelf member can be reliably supported.
As shown in FIG. 5, the vehicle support holder 40 is provided with the convex portions 56, 56 that protrude toward the holding space 53, so that the manufacturing process can be reduced.

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the vehicle support holder according to the second embodiment of the present invention.
The vehicle support holder 70 is formed by a pair of elastic support portions 71, 71, a connection portion 72 that connects the elastic support portions 71, 71, and a pair of elastic support portions 71, 71 and the connection portion 72. The holding space 73 is provided in the connecting portion 72 and is formed in a cylindrical shape around the mounting hole 75 into which the screw (mounting tool) 54 (see FIG. 4) is screwed and the mounting hole 75 of the connecting portion 72. A projecting portion 76 projecting toward the connection portion 72, a mounting boss portion 77 provided on the connection portion 72 and facing the holding space 73 on the lower surface 72a of the connection portion 72, and a connection portion 72. A projecting portion 78 that protrudes from the lower surface 72a and increases the mounting stability of the vehicle support holder 70 when mounted on the vehicle body side such as the inner panel 18 of the wheel house or the indoor side cover 14 shown in FIG. Consists of.

In the vehicle support holder 70, the convex portion 76 has a cylindrical shape and is formed so as to surround the projection 54 a of the fixture 54 shown in FIG. 4, and the height of the convex portion 76 is the projection of the fixture 54. It is set higher than the height of the portion 54a.
Since the convex portion 76 is formed so as to surround the projection 54 a, it can be prevented that the fixture 54 is touched. For example, when it is necessary to attach the fixture 54 from the lower side of the attachment boss portion 77, the tip of the fixture 54 can be enclosed. That is, it is possible to improve the designability when the vehicle support holder 70 is attached.

FIG. 9 is a front sectional view of the vehicle support holder according to the third embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the vehicle support holder according to the third embodiment of the present invention.
The vehicle support holder 90 is formed by a pair of elastic support portions 91, 91, a connection portion 92 connecting these elastic support portions 91, 91, and a pair of these elastic support portions 91, 91 and connection portion 92. Holding space 93, a connecting hole 92, a mounting hole 95 into which a screw (mounting tool) 54 is screwed, and a lid member that is integrally formed with the connecting portion 92 via the hinge 101 and is bent to cover the screw. 102, a convex portion 96, 96 formed on the lid member 102 and projecting toward the holding space 93 in a state where the lid member 102 is bent toward the connection portion 92, and the connection portion 92. The fitting groove 103 of the lid member 102 bent to the side is fitted, the support portion 104 that holds the lid member 102 and the connection portion 92 are provided, and the lower surface 92a of the connection portion 92 is opposed to the holding space 93. Mounting boss part 97 and connection 92, a projecting shape that increases the mounting stability of the vehicle support holder 90 when both ends protrude from the lower surface 92a in a side view and are mounted on the vehicle body side such as the inner panel 18 of the wheel house or the indoor cover 14. Part 98.

  In the vehicle support holder 90, the convex portions 96, 96 are formed on the lid member 102 that covers the protruding portion 54a, and the protruding portion 54a can be covered with the lid member 102 on which the convex portions 96, 96 are formed. it can. As a result, the attachment member 54 such as a screw can be covered with the lid member 102, and the vehicle support holder 90 with improved appearance and rich design can be realized.

  11 is an exploded perspective view of a vehicle support holder according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 11, and FIG. 13 is a vehicle shown in FIG. 14 is a side view of the vehicle support holder, FIG. 14 is a plan view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 11, and FIG. 15 is a front view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG.

  The vehicle support holder 120 is fitted to the holder main body 121 that directly holds the member to be held (see FIG. 1), and the holder main body 121 applies elastic force to the holder main body 121 and the shape of the holder main body 121. And a shape holding member 122 for correcting the above.

  The holder main body 121 is a member formed of an elastic resin, and includes a pair of elastic support portions 131 and 131, a connection portion 132 that connects the elastic support portions 131 and 131, and a pair of elastic support portions. 131, 131 and a connection space 132 formed by the connection portion 132; a mounting hole 135 provided in the connection portion 132 for screwing a screw (attachment tool) 54 (see FIG. 4); and a connection space provided in the connection portion 132. Protrusions 136 and 136 that project toward 133 and receive the supported member 41 (see FIG. 1), and are provided on the lower surface 132a of the connecting portion 132, and screws (mounting tools) 54 (see FIG. 4) in the mounting holes 135. Are attached to the locking claws 137 and 137 that are locked to the vehicle body such as the inner panel 18 of the wheel house (see FIG. 4) and the indoor side cover 14 (see FIG. 1), and the connecting portion 132. , It protrudes at both ends in a side view from the lower surface 132a, when attached to the vehicle body, consisting of projecting portions 138, 138 to increase the mounting stability of the vehicle for supporting the holder 120.

  The elastic support portion 131 is formed in a curved shape on the inner upper portion, and is formed outwardly with the contact portions 141 and 141 with which the supported member 41 (see FIG. 1) abuts. A recessed portion 151 to be allowed, a locking portion 152 that is formed in a recessed shape in the recessed portion 151 and locks the shape holding member 122, and is formed outside and above the recessed portion 151, and sandwiches the shape holding member 122 together with the recessed portion 151. Portions 153 and 153 are formed.

  The shape holding member 122 is a leaf spring formed in a substantially concave shape (U shape), is formed on the side surfaces 122a and 122a, and is locked to the locking portions 152 and 152 of the elastic support portions 131 and 131 of the holder body 121. The projecting pieces 156 and 156 to be formed, and a through hole 157 formed on the bottom surface 122b and penetrating the mounting boss portion 137 of the holder main body 121 are formed.

  That is, the vehicle support holder 120 includes a pair of elastic support portions 131 and 131, a connection portion 132 that connects these elastic support portions 131 and 131, and a pair of these elastic support portions 131 and 131 and the connection portion 132. In the vehicle support holder, the support member 41 (see FIG. 1) inserted into the holding space 133 is supported by the pair of elastic support portions 131, 131. A shape holding member 122 that holds the shape of the pair of elastic support portions 131 and 131 is provided on the portions 131 and 131.

  Since the shape holding member 122 that holds the shape of the pair of elastic support portions 131, 131 is provided in the pair of elastic support portions 131, 131, the elastic support portions 131, 131 are moved in the holding space 133 direction or outside by the shape holding member 122. Can be prevented from falling down. Thereby, while being able to maintain the insertability of the supported member 41 (refer FIG. 1) favorably, the insertion / extraction force of the supported member 41 can be equalized. Furthermore, the holding force of the member to be held can be stabilized.

  Further, in the vehicle support holder 120, a holder main body 121 formed of an elastic resin and a shape holding member 122 formed of a leaf spring are combined, and the holder main body 121 directly holds a member to be held (FIG. 1). Since the elasticity (spring property) of the holder main body 121 is complemented by the shape holding member 122, the held member is not damaged, and the holder main body 121 feels the held member (feeling). ) Can be fitted or removed well. That is, the held member can be protected and the detachability of the held member can be improved.

  In the vehicle support holder according to the present invention, two convex portions 56 are provided in the vehicle support holder 40 as shown in FIG. 5, and in the vehicle support holder 70, as shown in FIG. Is provided, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of convex portions is an arbitrary number.

  The vehicle support holder according to the present invention is suitable for use in passenger cars such as sedans and wagons.

It is a perspective view of the rear part structure of the vehicle which employ | adopted the vehicle support holder which concerns on this invention. It is explanatory drawing explaining the form of the rear part structure of the vehicle shown by FIG. It is a perspective view of the indoor cover of the rear part structure of the vehicle shown in FIG. It is sectional drawing which shows the attachment state of the support holder for vehicles which concerns on this invention. FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 4. It is a top view of the support holder for vehicles shown by FIG. FIG. 5 is a side view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 4. It is a perspective view of the support holder for vehicles of the 2nd example concerning the present invention. It is front sectional drawing of the support holder for vehicles of 3rd Example which concerns on this invention. It is a perspective view of the support holder for vehicles of the 3rd example concerning the present invention. It is a disassembled perspective view of the support holder for vehicles of the 4th example concerning the present invention. FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 11. FIG. 12 is a side view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 11. It is a top view of the support holder for vehicles shown by FIG. FIG. 12 is a front view of the vehicle support holder shown in FIG. 11. It is a figure explaining the basic composition of the support holder for vehicles used for the lid opening / closing structure of the conventional automobile deck board.

Explanation of symbols

  40, 70, 90 ... vehicle support holder, 51 ... elastic support portion, 52 ... connection portion, 53 ... holding space, 54 ... fixture (screw), 54a ... protrusion (screw head), 56, 76, 96 ... Convex part, 102 ... Lid member, 120 ... Vehicle support holder, 122 ... Shape holding member, 131 ... Elastic support part, 132 ... Connection part, 133 ... Holding space.

Claims (5)

A supported member configured by a pair of elastic support portions, a connection portion connecting the elastic support portions, and a holding space formed by the pair of elastic support portions and the connection portion, and inserted into the holding space is provided. In the vehicle support holder supported by the pair of elastic support portions,
A support holder for a vehicle, wherein the connection portion is provided with a protrusion protruding toward the holding space. The connection portion includes a mounting hole for mounting on the vehicle body side with a mounting tool at least a part of which protrudes into the holding space;
The vehicle support holder according to claim 1, wherein the height of the convex portion is set higher than the height of the protruding portion of the fixture.   The vehicle support holder according to claim 1, wherein the convex portion is formed so as to surround the projecting portion.   The vehicle support holder according to claim 1, wherein the convex portion is formed on a lid member that covers the protruding portion. A supported member configured by a pair of elastic support portions, a connection portion connecting the elastic support portions, and a holding space formed by the pair of elastic support portions and the connection portion, and inserted into the holding space is provided. In the vehicle support holder supported by the pair of elastic support portions,
A support holder for a vehicle, wherein the pair of elastic support portions is provided with a shape holding member that holds the shape of the pair of elastic support portions.

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