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- This document relates generally to the motor vehicle field and, more particularly, to a console with a vehicle coupled for movement with a vehicle seat, and also providing for enhanced storage capabilities.
- Consoles in the interior compartment of a motor vehicle are typically fixed relative to the passenger or driver seat. Hence, movement of the seat relative to the fixed console to achieve a comfortable position may not position the driver or passenger optimally for accessing controls or storage locations (bins, cupholders, etc.) associated with the console.
- a typical console also includes a fixed “pass through” storage bin that would not allow for movement. Furthermore, the console, if moved forward, would not be readily accessible by rear passengers in the vehicle.
- a need is identified for a console that addresses the issue of driver or passenger access when the corresponding seat is moved to and fro in a travel direction, and which may also independently provide for enhanced storage capabilities.
- an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment comprises a seat adapted for moving within the interior vehicle compartment in a travel direction.
- a console also within the interior compartment is coupled to the seat.
- the console includes a collapsible portion for collapsing as a body portion of the console travels with the movable seat in the travel direction.
- the collapsible portion comprises a pass through storage bin having an open upper end.
- the volume of the pass through storage bin changes based on a position of the body portion of the console in a travel direction.
- the collapsible portion may include sidewalls at least partially received within the body portion of the console, which sidewalls may comprise a reticulated material.
- the apparatus may further include a base for supporting the console.
- the base may include a forward portion to which a front end of the collapsible portion is attached.
- the base may be stationary relative to the console, and may house components, such as HVAC ducts, electronic components or wiring, or other auxiliary equipment.
- the console comprises a holder for removably receiving a mobile computer having a display.
- the holder has a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the movable seat.
- the body portion of the console may also include a rear slide drawer including a tilting door for facilitating access by rear passengers in the interior vehicle compartment.
- Another aspect of the disclosure pertains to an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a floor having a seat adapted for moving in a travel direction and a console for coupling with the movable seat.
- a stationary base is provided for housing auxiliary components (such as HVAC ducts, wires, etc.). The stationary base extends above the floor and supporting the console for movement in the travel direction, such as by sliding.
- the stationary base may have a length in a travel direction that is greater than a length of a body of the console in the travel direction.
- the stationary base may include spaced guide tracks for guiding the console.
- the console may further comprise: (a) a holder for removably receiving a handheld mobile computer having a display, the holder having a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the movable seat; or (b) a rear slide drawer including a tilting door.
- an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment includes a seat adapted for moving in a travel direction.
- a console is coupled to the movable seat.
- the console includes a holder for removably receiving and holding a mobile computer having a display, the holder having a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the movable seat.
- the console includes a tray for receiving the holder in the stowed position.
- the console may also be adapted for guiding the holder from the stowed position to the deployed position.
- the console may be coupled to the movable seat by a stepped interface, or a seat actuator for moving the seat in the travel direction and a console actuator for moving the console in the travel direction may be adapted for operating in a coordinated or synchronized manner.
- Still a further aspect of the disclosure pertains to an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a seat for moving in a travel direction and a console for moving in the travel direction.
- the console includes a rear slide drawer including a tilting door. The drawer may thus be slid rearwardly relative to the console and the door tilted to facilitate access by passengers in a rear portion of the interior vehicle compartment.
- an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a movable seat and console adapted for coupling with the movable seat.
- a stepped interface is provided for linking the console to the movable seat.
- the stepped interface comprises a pair of brackets, each including a lower portion adapted for connecting to a portion of the movable seat, an intermediate portion above the lower portion extending transverse to the direction of travel, and an upper portion above the intermediate portion for connecting with the console.
- An aspect of the disclosure also pertains to an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a seat movable in a travel direction and a seat actuator for moving the seat in the travel direction.
- a console is provided and movable in the travel direction.
- a console actuator is also provided for moving the console in the travel direction in coordination with the movement of the seat.
- a controller is provided for coordinating the actuation of the console actuator and the seat actuator.
- the seat and console actuators may comprise motors for causing the coordinated movement.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a passenger compartment of a vehicle including the console with coupled motion and enhance storage capabilities forming one aspect of the disclosure;
- FIG. 2 is a partially cutaway view looking rearwardly from the front of the compartment, illustrating a stepped interface for connecting the seat to the console for coupled movement;
- FIG. 3 is a rear view of the coupled console resting for sliding movement on a stationary base
- FIGS. 4, 5, and 5A illustrate the collapsible nature of the console
- FIG. 6 is a top plan view of the console
- FIGS. 7, 7A, and 7B illustrate a rear drawer with a pivoting door forming part of the console
- FIGS. 8, 8A, and 8B illustrate a holder for holding a mobile computer, which may also form part of the console;
- FIGS. 9 and 9A are schematic views illustrating the reach zones and view of a driver in relation to the coupled movement of the seat and console.
- FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating an alternate embodiment for providing the coupled movement.
- the passenger compartment 12 includes typical structures, such as a seat 14 for seating a driver or passenger, a floor 16 for supporting the seat, a steering wheel 18 for steering the vehicle, and a dashboard 20 , which may include controls for the vehicle or otherwise.
- the seat 14 may be mounted for moving along a guide track 22 in a travel direction D, so that the driver may move toward and away from the steering wheel 18 or other controls, such as the accelerator or brake pedals, and a suitable latch may also be provided for latching the seat in place once the desired position is reached.
- the console 10 is coupled for movement with the seat 14 .
- this coupling may be achieved by providing a connector between a body portion 10 a of the console 10 and a support 24 for supporting the seat and engaged with the guide track 22 .
- the connector comprises a stepped interface, which may take the form of a pair of brackets 26 , 27 spaced in a travel direction D of the seat 14 .
- the first or forward bracket 26 may include a lower end portion 26 a connected to the support 24 and generally upstanding therefrom, an intermediate transverse portion 26 b generally perpendicular to the lower end portion 26 a, and an upper portion 26 c for connecting with the console 10 .
- the upper portion 26 c may extend both vertically and transversely to connect with the console 10 and, in particular, a lower portion of the body portion 10 a.
- the second bracket 27 may include similarly oriented portions, but the intermediate portion 27 b may be shorter in the transverse direction as a result of the inboard projection of a corresponding of the seat support 24 at the rear location where the connection is made.
- the console 10 may be supported for movement relative to a stationary base 28 which is supported by the vehicle floor 16 (and, in particular, a bolster 16 a forming part of the floor).
- the base 28 has a length L 1 in the travel direction D greater than the length L 2 of the body portion 10 a of the console 10 .
- the body portion 10 a of the console 10 also moves to and fro, such as by sliding along the stationary base 28 .
- the base 28 may include guide tracks 28 a, 28 b as shown in FIG. 3 for engaging part of the body portion 10 a of the console 10 .
- the base 28 may contain or house vehicle components, such as conduits or ducts 30 forming part of the vehicle HVAC system air, wires 32 , or both, for conveyance of air or power from the forward to the rear portion of the passenger compartment 12 .
- vehicle components such as conduits or ducts 30 forming part of the vehicle HVAC system air, wires 32 , or both, for conveyance of air or power from the forward to the rear portion of the passenger compartment 12 .
- the console 10 may also be made to expand in the travel direction D during the coupled movement.
- the console 10 may include a collapsible portion 10 b, such as at the forward end adjacent to the dashboard 20 .
- this collapsible portion 10 b comprises a pair of laterally spaced, generally parallel sidewalls 10 c.
- Each sidewall 10 c may comprise a pair of vertically spaced supports 10 d for supporting a reticulated or mesh material 10 e.
- the sidewalls 10 c form a “pass through” storage bin for holding articles or objects that can be accessed through an open top by either the driver or passenger when seated in the corresponding seat 14 .
- the supports 10 d may be attached at a forward end to a surface in the interior compartment, such as an upstanding portion of the base 28 , but could also be attached to part of the dashboard 20 .
- the rear ends of the supports 10 d may be partially received within channels 10 f, 10 g formed in the lower portion of the body portion 10 a, and supported inside of it.
- the sidewalls 10 c may move within channels 10 f, 10 g (see FIG. 4 ) and become more fully recessed within the body portion 10 a of the console 10 .
- the body portion 10 a may optionally be provided with an extendable drawer 36 .
- the drawer 36 may slide rearwardly from an internal compartment in the body portion 10 a of the console 10 , such that in an extended position it may overlie a portion of the base 28 when the console is moved forward in concert with the seat.
- a tilting door 38 may also be provided. The door 38 may form a closed end of the drawer in a stowed position and may pivot to a deployed position, as shown in FIG. 7B .
- FIGS. 7, 7A, and 7B it can also be appreciated that an upper portion of the console 10 forming an armrest 39 for the driver or passenger may be pivoted to an open condition to provide access to the drawer 36 in the stowed condition.
- the armrest 39 travels with the console 10 , it is always properly positioned for use by a driver or passenger in the seat in light of the coordinated movement.
- a further aspect of the disclosure pertains to providing a console 10 with a deployable holder 40 connected to the console 10 for holding a mobile computer 42 (e.g., a “smart” phone) including a viewable display.
- the holder 40 may comprise an open top compartment sized and shaped for at least partially receiving the mobile computer 42 (including possibly with adapters or inserts to accommodate different sizes of devices) such that the display is facing upwardly in a stowed position of the holder within a tray 10 h in the upper portion of the console 10 , and body portion 10 a of it in particular.
- a retainer, such as a tab 40 a may be provided along a rearward or lower end of the holder 40 for retaining the computer 42 in the compartment.
- an elongated slot 10 i may extend in the console 10 along each side of the tray 10 h for slidably receiving outwardly directed projections 40 b extending from the holder 40 in opposed directions (see one side of the tray 10 h as shown in FIG. 8 b ).
- the tray 10 h may further include a notch 10 j at one end for supporting the holder 40 at an angle that presents the screen of the computer 42 such that it is readily visible to the driver and passenger.
- the computer 42 in this position may essentially serve as an auxiliary device for allowing the driver or passenger to play media, display navigation instructions, communicate in a hands-free manner, or perhaps even view images received wirelessly from a remote camera (such as a vehicle backup camera).
- a remote camera such as a vehicle backup camera.
- the holder 40 can simply be stowed in the tray 10 h by sliding the projections 40 b in slots 10 i. Removal of the computer 42 may also be facilitated by providing a finger-sized notch 40 c in the forward end of the holder 40 , which allows for the computer 42 to be easily dislodged from the compartment.
- an alternate embodiment for providing coupled motion between a console 10 and a seat 14 is also provided without the need for a mechanical connection, such as bracket 26 .
- a seat actuator 60 such as a motor (rotary or linear), is provided for moving the seat position based on input from a driver or passenger.
- An indication of the position of the seat 14 based on the movement of seat actuator 60 may cause a corresponding activation of a console actuator 64 , such as a similar motor, to move the console 10 in concert with the seat 14 .
- the indication may be provided to a common controller 62 , or may be transmitted directly between the actuators 60 , 64 as an encoder signal.
- this avoids the need for a mechanical connection, and may also allow for the relative movement to be adjusted or fine-tuned by the driver or passenger using the controller 62 (such that the console 10 moves a specified amount based on the movement of the seat 14 ).
- an improved, movable and expandable console 10 with enhanced storage, visibility, and reachability is provided.
- the console 10 may be connected to the vehicle seat 14 for coupled movement, either by a direct mechanical connection or an indirect connection using coupled motors, and may concurrently expand in a travel direction by moving (sliding) along a stationary base 28 supported by a floor 16 of the vehicle.
- a rear drawer 36 with a pivoting door 38 may be used to provide enhanced access for rear seat passengers.
- a holder 40 for a mobile computer 42 may also be provided such that it may remain visible to a seated driver or passenger regardless of the position of the corresponding seat 14 .
- an improved storage arrangement is provided for the interior compartment of a vehicle, without contributing significantly to the cost or complexity of manufacture.
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An apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment comprises a seat adapted for moving in a travel direction and a console coupled to the movable seat. The console may include one or more of the following: (a) a collapsible portion for collapsing as a body portion of the console travels with the movable seat in the travel direction; (b) a stepped interface for connecting with the movable seat; (c) a rear drawer with a tiltable door to facilitate access by rear passengers; and (d) a deployable holder for a mobile handheld computer. A stationary base may also be provided for supporting the console during movement, such as along guide rails, which base may contain HVAC components, such as ducts, or electronic components, such as wires. Instead of a mechanical connection using a stepped interface, the coupled movement may also be achieved by commonly controlled motors for the seat and console.
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- This document relates generally to the motor vehicle field and, more particularly, to a console with a vehicle coupled for movement with a vehicle seat, and also providing for enhanced storage capabilities.
- Consoles in the interior compartment of a motor vehicle are typically fixed relative to the passenger or driver seat. Hence, movement of the seat relative to the fixed console to achieve a comfortable position may not position the driver or passenger optimally for accessing controls or storage locations (bins, cupholders, etc.) associated with the console. A typical console also includes a fixed “pass through” storage bin that would not allow for movement. Furthermore, the console, if moved forward, would not be readily accessible by rear passengers in the vehicle.
- Accordingly, a need is identified for a console that addresses the issue of driver or passenger access when the corresponding seat is moved to and fro in a travel direction, and which may also independently provide for enhanced storage capabilities.
- According to a first aspect of the disclosure, an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment comprises a seat adapted for moving within the interior vehicle compartment in a travel direction. A console also within the interior compartment is coupled to the seat. The console includes a collapsible portion for collapsing as a body portion of the console travels with the movable seat in the travel direction.
- In one embodiment, the collapsible portion comprises a pass through storage bin having an open upper end. The volume of the pass through storage bin changes based on a position of the body portion of the console in a travel direction. The collapsible portion may include sidewalls at least partially received within the body portion of the console, which sidewalls may comprise a reticulated material.
- The apparatus may further include a base for supporting the console. The base may include a forward portion to which a front end of the collapsible portion is attached. The base may be stationary relative to the console, and may house components, such as HVAC ducts, electronic components or wiring, or other auxiliary equipment.
- In one embodiment, the console comprises a holder for removably receiving a mobile computer having a display. The holder has a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the movable seat. The body portion of the console may also include a rear slide drawer including a tilting door for facilitating access by rear passengers in the interior vehicle compartment.
- Another aspect of the disclosure pertains to an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a floor having a seat adapted for moving in a travel direction and a console for coupling with the movable seat. A stationary base is provided for housing auxiliary components (such as HVAC ducts, wires, etc.). The stationary base extends above the floor and supporting the console for movement in the travel direction, such as by sliding.
- In one embodiment, the stationary base may have a length in a travel direction that is greater than a length of a body of the console in the travel direction. The stationary base may include spaced guide tracks for guiding the console. The console may further comprise: (a) a holder for removably receiving a handheld mobile computer having a display, the holder having a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the movable seat; or (b) a rear slide drawer including a tilting door.
- According to yet a further aspect of the disclosure, an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment includes a seat adapted for moving in a travel direction. A console is coupled to the movable seat. The console includes a holder for removably receiving and holding a mobile computer having a display, the holder having a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the movable seat.
- In one embodiment, the console includes a tray for receiving the holder in the stowed position. The console may also be adapted for guiding the holder from the stowed position to the deployed position. The console may be coupled to the movable seat by a stepped interface, or a seat actuator for moving the seat in the travel direction and a console actuator for moving the console in the travel direction may be adapted for operating in a coordinated or synchronized manner.
- Still a further aspect of the disclosure pertains to an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a seat for moving in a travel direction and a console for moving in the travel direction. The console includes a rear slide drawer including a tilting door. The drawer may thus be slid rearwardly relative to the console and the door tilted to facilitate access by passengers in a rear portion of the interior vehicle compartment.
- Yet a further aspect of the disclosure pertains to an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a movable seat and console adapted for coupling with the movable seat. A stepped interface is provided for linking the console to the movable seat. In one possible embodiment, the stepped interface comprises a pair of brackets, each including a lower portion adapted for connecting to a portion of the movable seat, an intermediate portion above the lower portion extending transverse to the direction of travel, and an upper portion above the intermediate portion for connecting with the console.
- An aspect of the disclosure also pertains to an apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment including a seat movable in a travel direction and a seat actuator for moving the seat in the travel direction. A console is provided and movable in the travel direction. A console actuator is also provided for moving the console in the travel direction in coordination with the movement of the seat.
- In one embodiment, a controller is provided for coordinating the actuation of the console actuator and the seat actuator. The seat and console actuators may comprise motors for causing the coordinated movement.
- The accompanying drawing figures incorporated herein and forming a part of the specification, illustrate several aspects of the console with coupled motion and enhanced storage capabilities and, together with the description, serve to explain certain principles thereof. In the drawing figures:
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a passenger compartment of a vehicle including the console with coupled motion and enhance storage capabilities forming one aspect of the disclosure; -
FIG. 2 is a partially cutaway view looking rearwardly from the front of the compartment, illustrating a stepped interface for connecting the seat to the console for coupled movement; -
FIG. 3 is a rear view of the coupled console resting for sliding movement on a stationary base; -
FIGS. 4, 5, and 5A illustrate the collapsible nature of the console; -
FIG. 6 is a top plan view of the console; -
FIGS. 7, 7A, and 7B illustrate a rear drawer with a pivoting door forming part of the console; -
FIGS. 8, 8A, and 8B illustrate a holder for holding a mobile computer, which may also form part of the console; -
FIGS. 9 and 9A are schematic views illustrating the reach zones and view of a driver in relation to the coupled movement of the seat and console; and -
FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating an alternate embodiment for providing the coupled movement. - Reference will now be made in detail to the presently disclosed embodiments of the inventive aspects of the console, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawing figures.
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FIGS. 1-2 , aconsole 10 for the interior vehicle orpassenger compartment 12 of a vehicle is illustrated. Thepassenger compartment 12 includes typical structures, such as aseat 14 for seating a driver or passenger, afloor 16 for supporting the seat, asteering wheel 18 for steering the vehicle, and adashboard 20, which may include controls for the vehicle or otherwise. As perhaps best understood with reference toFIG. 2 , theseat 14 may be mounted for moving along aguide track 22 in a travel direction D, so that the driver may move toward and away from thesteering wheel 18 or other controls, such as the accelerator or brake pedals, and a suitable latch may also be provided for latching the seat in place once the desired position is reached. - According to one aspect of the disclosure, the
console 10 is coupled for movement with theseat 14. As indicated inFIG. 2 , which is a rearward view from underneath theseat 14, this coupling may be achieved by providing a connector between abody portion 10 a of theconsole 10 and asupport 24 for supporting the seat and engaged with theguide track 22. In the illustrated embodiment, the connector comprises a stepped interface, which may take the form of a pair ofbrackets seat 14. The first orforward bracket 26 may include alower end portion 26 a connected to thesupport 24 and generally upstanding therefrom, an intermediatetransverse portion 26 b generally perpendicular to thelower end portion 26 a, and anupper portion 26 c for connecting with theconsole 10. In particular, theupper portion 26 c may extend both vertically and transversely to connect with theconsole 10 and, in particular, a lower portion of thebody portion 10 a. Thesecond bracket 27 may include similarly oriented portions, but theintermediate portion 27 b may be shorter in the transverse direction as a result of the inboard projection of a corresponding of theseat support 24 at the rear location where the connection is made. Thus, movement of theseat 14 to and fro in the travel direction D causes movement of theconsole 10 in a corresponding manner, the several advantages of which will be understood upon reviewing the following description. - Referring back to
FIG. 1 , it can be understood that theconsole 10 may be supported for movement relative to astationary base 28 which is supported by the vehicle floor 16 (and, in particular, a bolster 16 a forming part of the floor). Thebase 28 has a length L1 in the travel direction D greater than the length L2 of thebody portion 10 a of theconsole 10. Thus, as theseat 14 is moved to and fro in the travel direction D, thebody portion 10 a of theconsole 10 also moves to and fro, such as by sliding along thestationary base 28. To provide guidance for achieving repeatable and reliable movement, thebase 28 may include guide tracks 28 a, 28 b as shown inFIG. 3 for engaging part of thebody portion 10 a of theconsole 10. As further depicted, thebase 28 may contain or house vehicle components, such as conduits or ducts 30 forming part of the vehicle HVAC system air,wires 32, or both, for conveyance of air or power from the forward to the rear portion of thepassenger compartment 12. - According to a further aspect of the disclosure, the
console 10 may also be made to expand in the travel direction D during the coupled movement. Specifically, as perhaps best understood with reference toFIGS. 4, 5, 5A, and 6 , theconsole 10 may include acollapsible portion 10 b, such as at the forward end adjacent to thedashboard 20. In one embodiment, thiscollapsible portion 10 b comprises a pair of laterally spaced, generallyparallel sidewalls 10 c. Eachsidewall 10 c may comprise a pair of vertically spacedsupports 10 d for supporting a reticulated or mesh material 10 e. Together with the upper surface of thebase 28, thesidewalls 10 c form a “pass through” storage bin for holding articles or objects that can be accessed through an open top by either the driver or passenger when seated in thecorresponding seat 14. - The supports 10 d may be attached at a forward end to a surface in the interior compartment, such as an upstanding portion of the
base 28, but could also be attached to part of thedashboard 20. The rear ends of thesupports 10 d may be partially received withinchannels 10 f, 10 g formed in the lower portion of thebody portion 10 a, and supported inside of it. Thus, as thebody portion 10 a moves to and fro in the travel direction D in concert with theseat 14 as a result of the coupled movement, thesidewalls 10 c may move withinchannels 10 f, 10 g (seeFIG. 4 ) and become more fully recessed within thebody portion 10 a of theconsole 10. As can be appreciated, this reduces the resulting storage volume by an amount that depends on the relative movement (but, as discussed below, potentially enhances accessibility by improving the extent of a driver or passenger's reach). However, it is an alternative to make thesupports 10 d flexible and connected directly to a face of theconsole body portion 10 a, such that thesidewalls 10 c simply collapse and lower during the relative movement, rather than becoming further recessed within thebody portion 10 a. - As can be appreciated, forward movement in this manner may inhibit the ability of passengers in the rear of the compartment to access the
console 10. To address this potential issue, thebody portion 10 a may optionally be provided with anextendable drawer 36. From viewingFIGS. 7 and 7A , it can be appreciated that thedrawer 36 may slide rearwardly from an internal compartment in thebody portion 10 a of theconsole 10, such that in an extended position it may overlie a portion of the base 28 when the console is moved forward in concert with the seat. To facilitate access to thedrawer 36 from the rear, a tiltingdoor 38 may also be provided. Thedoor 38 may form a closed end of the drawer in a stowed position and may pivot to a deployed position, as shown inFIG. 7B . This enhances a rear passenger's ability to access objects in thedrawer 36. From a comparison ofFIGS. 7, 7A, and 7B , it can also be appreciated that an upper portion of theconsole 10 forming anarmrest 39 for the driver or passenger may be pivoted to an open condition to provide access to thedrawer 36 in the stowed condition. As can be further appreciated, since the armrest 39 travels with theconsole 10, it is always properly positioned for use by a driver or passenger in the seat in light of the coordinated movement. - Turning to
FIGS. 8 and 8A , a further aspect of the disclosure pertains to providing aconsole 10 with adeployable holder 40 connected to theconsole 10 for holding a mobile computer 42 (e.g., a “smart” phone) including a viewable display. Theholder 40 may comprise an open top compartment sized and shaped for at least partially receiving the mobile computer 42 (including possibly with adapters or inserts to accommodate different sizes of devices) such that the display is facing upwardly in a stowed position of the holder within atray 10 h in the upper portion of theconsole 10, andbody portion 10 a of it in particular. A retainer, such as atab 40 a, may be provided along a rearward or lower end of theholder 40 for retaining thecomputer 42 in the compartment. - To deploy the
holder 40, it may be moved forwardly and pivoted to an angled position, while remaining connected and supported by theconsole 10. To achieve this repositioning, an elongated slot 10 i may extend in theconsole 10 along each side of thetray 10 h for slidably receiving outwardly directedprojections 40 b extending from theholder 40 in opposed directions (see one side of thetray 10 h as shown inFIG. 8b ). Thetray 10 h may further include anotch 10 j at one end for supporting theholder 40 at an angle that presents the screen of thecomputer 42 such that it is readily visible to the driver and passenger. Thus, thecomputer 42 in this position may essentially serve as an auxiliary device for allowing the driver or passenger to play media, display navigation instructions, communicate in a hands-free manner, or perhaps even view images received wirelessly from a remote camera (such as a vehicle backup camera). When not used for such purposes, theholder 40 can simply be stowed in thetray 10 h by sliding theprojections 40 b in slots 10 i. Removal of thecomputer 42 may also be facilitated by providing a finger-sized notch 40 c in the forward end of theholder 40, which allows for thecomputer 42 to be easily dislodged from the compartment. - As can be appreciated from
FIGS. 9 and 9A , as a result of the coupling of theseat 14 and theconsole 10, as well as the expansion afforded by thecollapsible portion 10 b, all storage locations (including cupholders and the like) and controls on the console remain within full reach of a driver or passenger. Specifically, theconsole 10 remains fully and consistently within “reach zone” as indicated by arcuate line Z, regardless of the repositioning of the seat 14 (comparerearward positions forward positions 10′, 14′). Furthermore, the upper portion of theconsole 10, including in particular theholder 40, remains fully within the visual field V of the driver at all times in light of the coupled movement. - With reference to
FIG. 10 , an alternate embodiment for providing coupled motion between aconsole 10 and aseat 14 is also provided without the need for a mechanical connection, such asbracket 26. In this embodiment, aseat actuator 60, such as a motor (rotary or linear), is provided for moving the seat position based on input from a driver or passenger. An indication of the position of theseat 14 based on the movement ofseat actuator 60 may cause a corresponding activation of aconsole actuator 64, such as a similar motor, to move theconsole 10 in concert with theseat 14. The indication may be provided to acommon controller 62, or may be transmitted directly between theactuators console 10 moves a specified amount based on the movement of the seat 14). - In summary, an improved, movable and
expandable console 10 with enhanced storage, visibility, and reachability is provided. Theconsole 10 may be connected to thevehicle seat 14 for coupled movement, either by a direct mechanical connection or an indirect connection using coupled motors, and may concurrently expand in a travel direction by moving (sliding) along astationary base 28 supported by afloor 16 of the vehicle. Arear drawer 36 with a pivotingdoor 38 may be used to provide enhanced access for rear seat passengers. Aholder 40 for amobile computer 42 may also be provided such that it may remain visible to a seated driver or passenger regardless of the position of thecorresponding seat 14. Overall, an improved storage arrangement is provided for the interior compartment of a vehicle, without contributing significantly to the cost or complexity of manufacture. - The foregoing description has been presented for purposes of illustration. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the embodiments to the precise form disclosed. Obvious modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teachings. All such modifications and variations are within the scope of the appended claims when interpreted in accordance with the breadth to which they are fairly, legally and equitably entitled.
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1. An apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment;
a seat movable in a travel direction;
a seat actuator for moving the seat in the travel direction;
a console movable in the travel direction; and
a console actuator for moving the console in the travel direction in coordination with movement of the seat.
2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further including a controller for coordinating actuation of the console actuator and the seat actuator.
3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the seat actuator comprises a motor.
4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the console actuator comprises a motor.
5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the console includes a collapsible portion for collapsing as a body portion of the console travels with the movable seat in the travel direction.
6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further including:
a stationary base for housing auxiliary components, the base extending above a vehicle floor and supporting the console for movement in the travel direction.
7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the auxiliary components comprise ducts or wires.
8. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the stationary base supports the console for relative sliding movement.
9. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the stationary base has a length in the travel direction that is greater than a length of a body of the console in the travel direction.
10. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the stationary base includes spaced guide tracks for guiding the console.
11. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the console comprises a holder for removably receiving a handheld mobile computer having a display, the holder having a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the seat.
12. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the console includes a rear slide drawer including a tilting door.
13. The apparatus of claim 6 , further including a stepped interface for linking the console to the movable seat.
14. (canceled)
15. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the
movable console includes a holder for removably receiving and holding a mobile computer having a display, the holder having a stowed position and a deployed position wherein the holder presents the display for viewing by a vehicle passenger seated in the seat in both the deployed and the stowed positions.
16. The apparatus of claim 15 , wherein the console includes a tray for receiving the holder in the stowed position.
17. The apparatus of claim 15 , wherein the console is adapted for guiding the holder from the stowed position to the deployed position.
18. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the console is coupled to the seat.
19. (canceled)
20. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the console includes a collapsible portion for collapsing relative to a body portion of the console.
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