JP2555652Y2 - Steering handle cover - Google Patents

Description

[Detailed description of the invention]

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a cover for covering a steering handle for a vehicle, and more particularly to a cover for a steering handle for preventing the handle from being overheated by direct sunlight in a hot day or from being too cold in cold weather. It is.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, as a sunshade cover for a steering wheel of an automobile, for example, one shown in FIG. 7 is known. That is, in FIG.
Is a portion 1a corresponding to the upper side of the steering handle 2.
Is formed in a bag shape, and the bag-shaped portion is mounted on the steering handle 2 by being put on the steering handle 2 so as to be fixed and held. Lower part 1 following part
“b” hangs down along the steering handle 2 to cover the entire steering handle 2 from the surface.

According to the sunshade cover 1 configured as described above, when the car is not used, such as when parking, the bag-shaped portion 1a is put on the upper side of the steering handle 2 so that the steering handle 2 can be easily mounted. , So that direct sunlight can be blocked.

[0004]

However, in the sunshade cover 1 configured as described above, the direct exposure of the steering handle to direct sunlight can be prevented. However, the direct sunshine hits the sunshade cover 1 itself. The temperature of the sunshade cover 1 rises, and as a result, the temperature of the steering wheel 1 also rises. Therefore,
Then, when the driver wants to drive the car, the steering wheel 1 is overheated and the steering wheel 1 is overheated.
Cannot be operated immediately, or the steering wheel 1 is not easily cooled, so that it becomes difficult to drive for a relatively long time, and safety is reduced. And the comfort was impaired.

[0005] In addition, the sunshade cover 1 during operation or the like.
If you do not use this, the sunshade cover 1 is in the way, it is necessary to store it in the dashboard etc.,
There was also a problem that handling became troublesome. Further, there is a problem that the steering handle 1 is too cold at the time of cold weather, and the driving comfort is also impaired.

In view of the above, the present invention can prevent overheating of the steering wheel in hot weather, thereby enhancing driving safety, and is easy to handle without disturbing when not in use. Overheating and excessive cooling of the steering wheel at the time can be eliminated, driving comfort increases,
An object is to provide a cover for a steering handle.

[0007]

According to the present invention, there is provided a foldable arm which is swingably mounted in a recess provided on an upper surface of a hood panel of a motor vehicle.
A U-shaped outer cover section integrally formed so as to protrude right and left at the free end of the arm section, and is attached to the inside of the outer cover section so as to be able to extend in the left-right direction from substantially near the center. A flexible cover portion.In use, the outer cover portion is engaged with an upper edge of a steering handle by pulling out the arm portion, and the flexible cover portion is moved from the outer cover portion along the steering handle. By extending the steering handle, at least a part of the steering handle is covered, and when not in use, the flexible cover portion is contracted into the outer cover portion, and the arm portion is folded into the recessed portion. The cover portion and the flexible cover portion are the concave portions. Characterized by being adapted to be stored in is achieved by a cover for the steering wheel.

[0008]

According to the above construction, in use, first, the arm is pulled out from the recess of the hood panel, and the outer cover at the tip of the arm is put on the upper edge of the steering handle. By pulling out the flexible cover section along at least, at least a part of the steering handle can be covered.

Thus, when direct sunlight is applied to the steering wheel, direct sunlight can be blocked by the outer cover portion and the flexible cover portion.
Overheating of the steering handle is prevented to enhance driving safety and comfort, and when not in use, the arms are folded so that the arms, the outer cover and the flexible cover are completely within the recess. The cover can be stored, so that the book cover does not get in the way and is easy to handle.

Further, if air is sent from the air duct of the ventilator or air conditioner to the outer cover and the flexible cover through the arm, the engine is first started when driving, and the ventilator or the air conditioner is started. Through the arm portion, cool air or warm air is sent out along the steering handle portion covered by the outer cover portion and the flexible cover portion, whereby the steering handle is cooled or heated, and the steering handle The comfort will not be impaired even if you drive immediately with the grip.

Further, if a lock member is provided on the outer cover portion, the outer cover portion is put on the upper edge of the steering handle and locked by the lock member, whereby theft of the automobile can be prevented. .

[0012]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS The present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the embodiments shown in the drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a steering handle cover according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a front view of the embodiment. Steering handle cover 10
A first arm 12 swingably attached to a concave portion 11 a provided on the upper surface of a hood panel 11 of a vehicle, and a second arm pivotally attached to a free end of the first arm 12. An arm 13, an outer cover portion 14 integrally formed so as to protrude right and left at a free end of the second arm 13 and having a U-shaped cross section;
For example, it has flexible cover parts 15 and 16 formed in a bellows shape and attached to the inside of the U-shape of 4 so as to be able to extend in the left-right direction from substantially near the center.

In use, the arm portion including the first arm 12 and the second arm 13 is pulled out from the recessed portion 11a so that the outer cover portion 14 at the free end of the second arm 13 can be used as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 3, the steering wheel 17 is engaged with the upper edge of the steering handle 17 which can be appropriately tilted, as shown by a one-dot chain line or a two-dot chain line (see FIG. 4).

Here, the outer cover portion 14 includes a lock member 18 comprising a lock pin 18a swingably supported by a hinge 14a provided at a central portion and an engagement portion 18b with which the lock pin 18a engages. It can be locked by locking with a lock key inserted from the key insertion port 18c. From this state, the flexible cover portions 15 and 16 are
By extending the steering handle 17 right and left along the steering handle 17, as shown in FIG. 5, the steering handle 17 covers at least a part (an upper part in the illustrated case).

Further, when not in use, the arm portion including the first arm 12 and the second arm 13 is provided with the flexible cover portions 15 and 16 contracted into the outer cover portion 14 while the concave portion 11 a The first arm 12 and the second arm 13, the outer cover portion 14, and the flexible cover portions 15, 1 are folded inside.
6 can be completely stored in the recess 11a.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the arm portion including the first arm 12 and the second arm 13 has a hollow inside, and one end of the first arm 12 has a ventilator or air conditioner (not shown). Connected to the air duct. Thereby, air is sent from the air duct to the outer cover portion 14 and the flexible cover portions 15 and 16 through the insides of the first arm 12 and the second arm 13 as shown in FIG. ing.

The steering cover 10 according to the present invention comprises:
At the time of use, first, the arm portion including the first arm 12 and the second arm 13 is pulled out from the recessed portion 11a of the hood panel 11, and the outer arm at the tip of the second arm 13 is used. The cover portion 14 is put on the upper edge of the steering handle 17 and is locked to the steering handle 17 by the lock member 18.

Subsequently, by pulling out the flexible cover portions 15 and 16 from both ends of the outer cover portion 14 along the steering handle 17, the upper portion of the steering handle 17 is attached to the outer cover portion 14.
And the flexible covers 15 and 16.

Therefore, even if the steering handle 17 is exposed to direct sunlight, the direct sunlight is blocked by the outer cover portion 14 and the flexible cover portions 15 and 16, so that the steering handle 17 can be prevented from being overheated. Since the steering handle 17 is locked by the lock member 18, the car can be prevented from being stolen.

When it is desired to start the operation from this state, the engine is first started, and the first arm 12 and the second arm 13 are moved from the ventilator or the air duct of the air conditioner.
, The steering handle 1 covered by the outer cover portion 14 and the flexible cover portions 15 and 16
By sending out the cool air along the steering wheel 7, the steering handle 17 is cooled to an appropriate temperature, and safety and comfort are not impaired even if the driver immediately drives the steering wheel 17 while holding the steering handle 17.

When the engine is started in winter, particularly in a cold region, the engine is warmed up, so that the outer cover portion 14 and the flexible cover portion are moved from the air duct via the first arm 12 and the second arm 13. 1
By sending out warm air along the steering handle 17 covered by the steering wheels 5 and 16, the steering handle 17 is quickly warmed up to an appropriate temperature. The property is not impaired.

Further, when not in use, the first arm 12
By folding the arm portion including the second arm 13 and the second arm 13, the arm portion, the outer cover portion 14, and the flexible cover portions 15, 16 can be completely stored in the concave portion 11a. Therefore, the cover 10 is not disturbed when not in use, is easy to handle, and does not hinder driving.

[0023]

As described above, according to the steering wheel cover of the present invention, it is possible to prevent the steering wheel from being overheated in hot weather and to increase the driving safety, and to operate without being obstructed when not in use. In addition to being easy, there is a practically important advantage that the steering wheel can be prevented from being overheated or overcooled in hot or cold weather and driving comfort is enhanced.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a schematic perspective view showing a use state of an embodiment of a steering wheel cover according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a front view showing a use state of the steering wheel cover of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a sectional view of the steering handle cover of FIG. 1;

FIG. 4 is a front view showing a state where the flexible cover portion is stored when the steering handle cover of FIG. 1 is used.

5 is a front view showing a state in which a flexible cover portion is extended when the steering wheel cover of FIG. 1 is used.

6 is an enlarged sectional view of the outer cover when the steering handle cover of FIG. 3 is used.

FIG. 7 is a schematic perspective view showing a use state of an embodiment of a conventional steering handle cover.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Steering handle cover 11 Hood panel 11a Depressed part 12 First arm 13 Second arm 14 Outer cover part 15 Flexible cover part 16 Flexible cover part 17 Steering handle 18 Lock member

Claims (3)

(57) [Scope of request for utility model registration] 1. A foldable arm portion swingably attached to a concave portion provided on an upper surface of a hood panel of an automobile, and is integrally formed so as to project right and left at a free end of the arm portion. The outer cover portion includes a U-shaped outer cover portion, and a flexible cover portion attached to the inside of the outer cover portion so as to be able to extend in the left-right direction from substantially near the center.In use, the arm portion is pulled out. The outer cover portion is engaged with an upper edge of a steering handle, and the flexible cover portion is extended from the outer cover portion along the steering handle so that at least a portion of the steering handle is covered. A flexible cover portion is contracted into the outer cover portion, and the arm portion is A cover for a steering handle, wherein the arm, the outer cover and the flexible cover can be stored in the recess by being folded inward. 2. Since the arm portion is formed hollow and connected to an air duct of a ventilator or an air conditioner, the arm portion is connected to the air duct via the arm portion.
The steering wheel cover according to claim 1, wherein air is sent to the outer cover portion and the flexible cover portion. 3. The vehicle according to claim 2, wherein the outer cover includes a lock member, and when the outer cover is engaged with an upper edge of the steering handle, the outer cover portion can be locked to the upper edge of the steering handle. Item 2. A cover for a steering handle according to item 1.