JPH0249941B2 - JIDOSHAYOTONOKABAASOCHI - Google Patents

Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] <<Technical Field of the Invention>> This invention relates to a tonneau cover device for an automobile,
In particular, the present invention relates to an automobile tonneau cover device that solves the conventional problems when storing the tonneau cover.

≪Problems with the Prior Art≫ Conventionally, in a tonneau cover device, as shown in FIG.
A roll-up storage box 4 is provided at one end of the luggage compartment 3 formed between the storage box 4 and the storage box 4, and a tonneau cover 5 that is rolled up around a winding shaft is provided inside the storage box 4. The pulled-out end of the tonneau cover 5 is engaged with a locking portion formed at the end opposite to the storage box 4, thereby covering the upper opening of the luggage compartment 3.

In addition, when opening the top surface of the luggage compartment 3 from this state, if the drawer end of the tonneau cover 5 is hooked and removed from the locking portion, the tonneau cover 5 is automatically moved into the storage box 4 by the spring pressure of a spring device (not shown). However, when the tonneau cover 5 is stored, as shown in FIG. 6, the drawer member 6 and the engagement knob 7 are not stored in the storage box 4 and are exposed to the outside of the box.

Therefore, due to vibrations while the car is running, the engagement knob 7 hits the resin side covers 8 provided on both sides of the storage box 4, producing a rattling sound that is very harsh to the ears and prevents the occupants from concentrating on driving. The drawback of not being able to do so was pointed out.

Furthermore, the engagement knob 7 has an unfavorable appearance, resulting in a deterioration of the aesthetics of the luggage compartment.

≪Object of the Invention≫ The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to improve the appearance of a retractable tonneau cover device when the tonneau cover is housed, and to reduce vibrations during driving. To provide a tonneau cover device for an automobile that does not generate rattling noise even when

<<Configuration and Effects of the Invention>> In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a tonneau cover that covers the upper surface of a luggage compartment of an automobile, and a tonneau cover that is provided along the vehicle width direction on the back side of the rear seat, and that the tonneau cover is rolled up and stored. A tonneau cover device for an automobile comprising a storage box for holding the engagement knobs provided on both sides of the drawer end of the tonneau cover from the upper and lower sides of the storage box. It is characterized by being formed as an extension on the side cover.

That is, according to the above configuration, when the tonneau cover is stored, the engagement knob, which was conventionally exposed inside the compartment, is replaced by the resin side covers provided on both sides of the storage box, which are extended rearward. Because it stores the knobs, it has the effect of improving the aesthetics of the area around the tonneau cover.

Furthermore, a protrusion is provided on one side of the storage portion and the engagement knob, and a recess that fits with the protrusion is provided on the other side, and the engagement knob is reliably accommodated by the fitting of these protrusions and recesses. Since it is held internally, the engagement knob does not rattle or make abnormal noises due to vibrations while driving, and the advantage is that the occupants can concentrate on driving and ensure comfortable driving. be.

<<Description of Embodiment>> Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the entire tonneau cover device;
Figure 2 is a sectional view of the side cover showing the main parts, Figure 3
The figure is a perspective view of a side cover showing another embodiment.
The figure is a sectional view of the side cover.

Note that the same parts as in the conventional example are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the explanation thereof will be omitted.

In the present invention, storage portions 9 extending rearward are formed in side covers 8 provided on both sides of the storage box 4. This storage section 9 includes at least an upper plate 10 and a lower plate 11 so as to hold the engagement knob 7 from above and below, and when storing the tonneau cover 5, the engagement knob 7 is inserted into the storage section 9. Storing the engaging knob 7 prevents it from being exposed indoors and helps improve the aesthetic appearance.

Furthermore, a protrusion 12 is provided on the inner surface 10a of the upper plate 10, and a recess 1 is provided on the upper surface of the engagement knob 7.
3 and the protrusion 12, the engagement knob 7 is held in a locked state within the storage portion 9 (see FIG. 2). When the tonneau cover 5 is pulled out, the upper plate 10 of the storage section 9 is bent upward due to the elasticity of the resin, so that the operation of pulling out the tonneau cover 5 is not hindered. A downwardly curved guide piece 11a is formed at the tip of the lower plate 11 of the storage portion 9 to facilitate the storage operation of the tonneau cover 5.

In this way, in the above embodiment, the engagement knob 7 of the tonneau cover 5 is held using the elasticity of the resin, but as shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the elasticity of the spring is The engagement knob 7 may be held by using the engagement knob 7.

In the drawings, the point that the side cover 8 is provided with the storage section 9 extending rearward is similar to the above-mentioned embodiment, but in this embodiment, the central section 14
A spring 14 with a chevron-shaped shape is used, and both ends 14b, 14b of this spring 14 are used as flanges, and the spring 14 is inserted into the slit 15 formed in the upper plate 10 of the storage portion 9, and the chevron-shaped portion 1 of the spring 14 is
4a protrudes inward from the inner surface 10a of the upper plate 10, so that the recess 1 of the engagement knob 7
3 is pressed by a spring 14,
It is possible to provide a holding structure for the engagement knob 7 that has a more moderate feel than the above-mentioned embodiments.

As described above, in the tonneau cover device of the present invention, when the tonneau cover 5 is stored, the engagement knob 7, which was conventionally exposed, is housed inside the side cover 8, and the engagement knob 7 is held in the locked state. Because of this, it is an extremely practical invention that not only improves the aesthetics of the interior, but also eliminates the generation of abnormal noises during driving, and allows for comfortable driving without causing discomfort to passengers.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is an overall perspective view showing a tonneau cover device according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of essential parts showing a first embodiment of the tonneau cover device according to the present invention, and FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a second embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a sectional view of the essential parts, FIG. 5 is a side view showing a conventional tonneau cover device, and FIG. 6 is an overall perspective view of the same. 4... Winding storage box, 5... Tonneau cover,
7... Engagement knob, 8... Side cover, 9... Storage section, 10... Upper plate, 11... Lower plate, 12... Protrusion, 13... Recess, 14... Spring, 15...
...Slit.

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. A tonneau cover that covers the top surface of a luggage compartment of an automobile;
It is arranged along the vehicle width direction on the back side of the rear seat,
An automobile tonneau cover device comprising a storage box for winding up and storing the tonneau cover, the storage box having storage portions provided on both sides of the storage box for holding engagement knobs provided on both sides of the drawer end of the tonneau cover from above and below. A tonneau cover device for an automobile, characterized in that a tonneau cover device is formed to extend on a side cover. 2. The automobile according to claim 1, wherein a projection is provided on either one side of the storage portion or the engagement knob, and a recessed portion that engages with the projection is formed on the other side. tonneau cover device. 3. The first aspect of the present invention is characterized in that a spring having a central portion protrudingly formed in a chevron shape is installed in the storage portion, and the central portion of the spring is engaged with a recess formed in the engagement knob. The automobile tonneau cover device described in .