Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior may comprise a panel with substrate providing a base and a hinge area with a door movable to an open position relative to the base. A reinforcement may be provided at the hinge area of the panel; the reinforcement may comprise a thread arrangement/stitch pattern formed in the substrate. The hinge area may comprise a hinge comprising material of the substrate and reinforcement. The door may comprise a flap formed at a cut in the substrate. The panel/base may comprise a recess at the hinge area; reinforcement may comprise the stitch pattern at/across the recess. The hinge area may comprise a living hinge with thread arrangement/stitch pattern as reinforcement. The component may comprise an instrument panel, door panel, trim panel, trim component, etc. The door may be for access to a compartment/system and/or deployment of an airbag.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 21/215 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member

Abstract

A vehicle interior component may comprise a steering wheel comprising a base and a rim comprising a composite structure and a frame connected to the base. The composite structure may comprise at least one segment comprising an intermediate layer under a cover. The cover may comprise an exterior surface for the rim. The intermediate layer may comprise a soft material, a resilient material, a foam material and/or a spacer material. The component may comprise a carrier layer beneath the intermediate layer. The at least one segment may comprise at least one shell segment comprising an engagement portion. The at least one segment may comprise a set of selectable segments assembled onto the frame. The rim may comprise a multi-segment construction. A cover on a first segment may be different than a cover on a second segment. The composite structure may be configured for mass/weight reduction.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 1/06 - Rims, e.g. with heating means; Rim covers
• B62D 1/10 - Hubs; Connecting hubs to steering columns, e.g. adjustable

Abstract

A steering wheel providing a base and a frame may comprise a rim comprising a composite structure connected to the base. The composite structure may comprise at least one shell segment comprising an intermediate layer under a cover layer. The cover layer may comprise an exterior surface for the rim. The intermediate layer may comprise a soft material, a resilient material, a foam material and/or a spacer material. The at least one shell segment may comprise a set of selectable shell segments assembled onto the frame. The rim may comprise a multi-segment construction. A cover layer on a first segment may be different than a cover layer on a second segment. An engagement portion of a first shell segment may be connected at an engagement portion of a second shell segment.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 1/06 - Rims, e.g. with heating means; Rim covers
• B62D 1/10 - Hubs; Connecting hubs to steering columns, e.g. adjustable
• B62D 1/08 - Spokes, e.g. resilient

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior configured for airbag deployment is disclosed. The component may comprise a beam structure such as a cross-car beam providing a mounting structure such as a housing for an airbag system providing an airbag assembly. The airbag assembly may be assembled directly to the beam; the inflator may couple/clamp the airbag assembly to the beam. The airbag assembly may comprise a retainer; the airbag may be coupled to the beam between inflator and retainer and/or between beam and retainer. The beam may comprise a mounting structure/frame such as the housing for the airbag assembly at/along or below the beam. The airbag system may comprise an airbag assembly with body/base and/or retainer for attachment of the inflator. The beam with mounting structure may be integrally-formed and/or a composite material and/or a molded plastic material and/or a molded structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 21/205 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in dashboards
• B60R 21/215 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member
• B60R 21/217 - Inflation fluid source retainers, e.g. reaction canisters; Connection of bags, covers, diffusers or inflation fluid sources therewith or together

Abstract

A system and method comprising use of a sensor in a vehicle interior configured for interaction with at least one vehicle occupant and/or vehicle system is disclosed. The system may comprise a user interface and a processor configured to process an input signal from the sensor to facilitate an operation and to provide an output signal. The system may provide interactive connectivity for a vehicle occupant to vehicle systems and/or networks in a wide variety of situations such as events, incidents, conditions, etc. The input signal may comprise a detected event, incident, condition, object, occupant, etc. The operation may comprise operation of vehicle system and/or network communication and/or data analytics/analysis. The output signal may comprise an output at a user interface such as a report/alert and/or to a vehicle system and/or a network communication. The sensor may comprise a sensor array and/or a sensor matrix. The sensor matrix may provide a sensor field for detection. The system with sensor/matrix may be configured for use/operation as a component for an interior of vehicles such as personal vehicles or commercial vehicles or autonomous vehicles.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 10/00 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function
• G01N 27/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means
• B60Q 7/00 - Arrangement or adaptation of portable emergency signal devices on vehicles
• G06F 3/048 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI]
• B60R 21/01 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed; a method for producing the component is also disclosed. The component comprises a base and a cover comprising an exterior surface providing the visible surface and an interior surface; the visible surface at the cover may comprise a display operated by light source/panel configured to present an image at an image presentation area. The image presentation area may comprise a formed image presentation area; the formed image presentation area may comprise at least one formed hole formation segment comprising at least one formed hole formation based on a hole pattern segment for a pattern image area. The image presentation area of the cover may comprise each formed hole formation comprising formed hole formation segments; each formed hole formation may comprise an opening through the cover generally corresponding to a hole of the hole pattern segment. A composite visual effect may be presented at the cover of the component; the external surface of the cover may comprise a surface effect such as by a veneer configured to provide a visual effect; the formed image presentation area is configured to provide a visual effect such as by the image illuminated at the display from the light source/panel. The formed hole formations for the image presentation area of the cover may comprise laser-formed openings formed through the internal surface and external surface of the cover.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60Q 3/14 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors for dashboards lighting through the surface to be illuminated
• B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
• B60Q 3/62 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors characterised by optical aspects using light guides
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• B60Q 3/20 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors mounted on specific fittings of passenger or driving compartments
• B60Q 11/00 - Arrangement of monitoring devices for devices provided for in groups
• G02B 6/00 - Light guides; Structural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings

Abstract

A vehicle interior component configured for response in event of a side impact is disclosed. The component may comprise an armrest assembly for a door panel. The armrest assembly may comprise a base section and an armrest section and a region configured for response to side impact at the door panel. The region may comprise a movable/deformable structure. Response of the armrest assembly may comprise deformation to partially absorb force and/or movement of the armrest section relative to the base section to partially cover the base section. The armrest assembly may comprise a carrier and/or mechanism to attach the armrest section to the door panel. The carrier/mechanism may be configured to guide/direct movement of the armrest section and/or to partially absorb the side impact force. The mechanism may comprise a set of pins movable within a set of slots to provide for movement of the armrest section.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 21/04 - Padded linings for the vehicle interior
• B60R 21/02 - Occupant safety arrangements or fittings

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a base and a core comprising a core structure. The core may provide functional features such as resilience, passage of illumination and/or passage of air flow. The core structure may comprise a framework of resilient elements, a matrix of projections or spring members/elements, a lattice, a set of sheets, curved sheets, a set of layers, a multi-layer framework, etc.; the core structure may comprise any of a variety of forms (including composite forms) configured to provide intended overall and/or localized variation in physical properties for the component (e.g. comfort/feel, resilience/compressibility, rigidity/stiffness, strength, mass/weight, shape/form, fit, manufacturability/assembly, material properties/selection, light-transmissibility/translucence, air/scent flow, ornamental effect/appearance, etc.). The core may be configured for efficient production by additive manufacturing processes and/or thermoforming, molding, etc. The component may comprise a console, panel, occupant support, etc.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 25/14 - Dashboards as superstructure sub-unit
• B62D 65/14 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components the sub-units or components being passenger compartment fittings, e.g. seats, linings, trim, instrument panels
• B62D 25/00 - Superstructure sub-units; Parts or details thereof not otherwise provided for
• B60N 3/00 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a base with cover. The cover may comprise a first door and a second door coupled by a link/link mechanism; each door may be movable between a closed position and an open position. The link may comprise an effective length in a default length to couple door movement and when both doors are open and/or closed; the effective length may comprise a non-default length to allow movement of one door relative to the other door. The link may comprise a first member and a second member movable relative to the first member; the second member may extend and/or retract relative to the first member. The link mechanism may comprise a detent mechanism with notch and/or projection to retain the link at the default length. The link mechanism may comprise a spring mechanism.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• A47C 7/62 - Accessories for chairs
• A47C 7/68 - Arm-rest tables
• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
• B60N 3/12 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for cigarettes or the like
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a panel comprising a substrate and cover with exterior surface that may be configured to present a user interface. The panel/user interface may be illuminated by light from a light source. A light guide may be configured to transmit light from a light source to the cover; the cover may be at least partially light-transmissive. The cover may comprise a profile such as a three-dimensional form/shape. The panel may produce an effect such as a surface effect, illumination effect when illuminated by light, visual effect, etc. The illumination effect may comprise a dynamic lighting effect. The panel may comprise an integrated heating element; the heating element may be formed with the profile. The light source may comprise an LED arrangement. The component may comprise a door panel, instrument panel, console, etc. The component may comprise multiple panels/user interfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 37/06 - Arrangement of fittings on dashboard of controls, e.g. control knobs
• B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
• B60Q 3/10 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors for dashboards
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• G02F 1/23 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulating; Non-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour for the control of the colour
• G09F 9/30 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the information is built-up on a support by selection or combination of individual elements in which the desired character or characters are formed by combining individual elements

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may be illuminated and may comprise a cover formed on a substrate. The substrate and/or cover may be at least partially light-transmissive. The cover may present a visual and/or surface effect on its exterior surface. The visual effect may comprise an illumination effect when illuminated. The cover may comprise a base layer formed on a cover layer. The cover may comprise a coating formed on the cover layer. The cover may present a texture visible through the coating. The cover may comprise a set of light-transmissive sections to provide illumination. The light-transmissive sections may comprise voids, holes or openings in the cover. The cover may comprise a deposited material formed on the substrate. The deposited material may comprise resin. The deposited material may comprise a form on the substrate. A method of forming the component is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
• B32B 7/023 - Optical properties

Abstract

A system/component for a vehicle interior configured to administer a dose of radiation to an object is disclosed. The system/component may comprise a base providing a compartment, a cover, a module comprising a radiation source and a control panel providing a user interface. The radiation source may administer radiation to the object; the user interface may be configured for operation of the module; the user interface may provide a signal; the signal may comprise an audible signal and/or a light signal. The radiation source may comprise an ultraviolet light source. The system may be operated according to a control program. The compartment may contain the object and the light source may comprise an LED arrangement to direct light onto the object in the compartment. The dose of radiation may be intended to sanitize biomatter. A method of operating the system/component is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 2/10 - Ultraviolet radiation
• A61L 2/24 - Apparatus using programmed or automatic operation
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards

Abstract

A track system for providing a movable component in a vehicle interior is disclosed. The system may comprise a track and a base comprising a chassis configured to move a track cover to uncover the track under the base/chassis. The track cover may be raised by the chassis to uncover the track. The chassis may lower the track cover to cover the track. The track cover may comprise front/rear sections configured to cover the track and a middle section raised relative to the front/rear sections. The chassis may comprise a ramp and a wheel to raise the front portion as the chassis moves forward. The track cover may slide along a pulley. The track cover may translate with the chassis. The track cover may comprise a wedge-shaped section and/or elastomeric material to fit in a track opening. The component may comprise a console, seat, armrest or module.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
• B60N 2/04 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable
• B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
• B60N 2/07 - Slide construction
• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards

Abstract

A vehicle interior component configured to present a user interface for a vehicle occupant with at least one vehicle system and/or network is disclosed. The component may comprise a housing, cover structure and user interface system configured to present the user interface at a cover surface. The user interface may comprise a light display configured to transmit light from a light source and/or an input device configured to interface with a sensor arrangement. The user interface may comprise output from the light display and/or input by interaction with the input device at the cover surface through the sensor arrangement. The component may comprise an interface module comprising the light display and the input device. The light display may comprise a light guide and/or display panel. The light guide may comprise a projection and/or icon configured to transmit light through an aperture and/or recess of the cover structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 1/04 - Hand wheels
• B60K 35/00 - Arrangement or adaptations of instruments
• B60K 37/00 - Dashboards
• B60K 37/02 - Arrangement of instruments
• B60K 37/04 - Arrangement of fittings on dashboard
• B60K 37/06 - Arrangement of fittings on dashboard of controls, e.g. control knobs

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a cover moveable relative to a base and a latch mechanism to provide an unlatched state for the cover and a latched state when actuated by an external/inertia force (e.g. in an event such as a rollover). The latch mechanism may comprise a latch/member extending through an opening in the cover into the base when the cover is closed and retracted into the cover when the cover is open. When the cover is closed, the latch mechanism may provide an unlatched state with the latch in an intermediate position (for an occupant's ordinary use) and a latched state with the latch fully extended to engage a catch in the base (upon the event providing the external force to prevent the cover opening). The component may comprise a console providing a storage compartment or an armrest.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 77/06 - Preventing unwanted lock actuation, e.g. unlatching, at the moment of collision by means of inertial forces
• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
• E05B 77/02 - Vehicle locks characterised by special functions or purposes for accident situations

Abstract

A vehicle interior component configured for illumination by a light source is disclosed. The component may comprise a composite structure configured to provide a visual effect and comprising an intermediate layer between a base/substrate and a cover comprising a glass material. When illuminated, the composite structure may produce a composite visual effect on and/or within the composite structure, at a surface of the cover and/or at the intermediate layer. The cover may comprise an element and/or treatment to provide a visual effect. The intermediate layer may comprise a glass layer comprising an element and/or treatment to provide a visual effect. The composite visual effect may comprise a visual effect beneath the surface of the cover of the composite structure. The composite visual effect may comprise a depth effect when not illuminated and an enhanced depth effect when illuminated. A process to manufacture the component is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• B60Q 3/217 - Doors, e.g. door sills; Steps
• B60Q 3/54 - Lighting devices embedded in interior trim, e.g. in roof liners
• B60R 13/00 - Elements for body-finishing, identifying, or decorating; Arrangements or adaptations for advertising purposes

Abstract

A vehicle interior component configured to provide a user interface for vehicle systems is disclosed. The component may provide a user interface for a vehicle occupant. The component may comprise a composite structure to provide the user interface comprising a cover providing an exterior surface, a sensor, light panel, absorber panel and/or decorative material. The light panel may provide output visible at the exterior surface; the decorative layer and/or absorber panel may provide a visual effect. The cover may comprise a light-transmissive cover; illumination from a display may comprise visible light transmitted through a functional layer and through an at least partially translucent cover. The component may comprise a light panel to provide output visible at the cover exterior surface. A method of operating the user interface provided by the composite structure is also disclosed. The user interface may be coupled to a control system.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
• B60K 35/00 - Arrangement or adaptations of instruments
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
• H03K 17/96 - Touch switches

Abstract

A component for a vehicle configured to engage a base with an attachment point is disclosed. The component may comprise a roller with a web configured to extend to the attachment point and a lock mechanism configured for a locked state to restrain movement of the roller and a released state to allow movement of the roller/web. The lock mechanism may comprise a button to actuate between the locked/released state. The web may comprise a catch configured to extend to the attachment point and an actuator configured to operate the roller; the catch may be configured to engage the attachment point when the web is fully extended; the actuator may be configured to retract the web onto the roller when the catch is disengaged. The actuator may comprise a motor. The component may comprise the base. The motor may be operated by a controller.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 3/00 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for
• A47B 31/06 - Service or tea tables, trolleys, or wagons adapted to the use in vehicles
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A vehicle interior component comprising a cover movable relative to a base is disclosed. A hinge mechanism may couple the base and the cover for movement between a closed/lowered position and an open position; the open position may comprise a raised position and an inverted position. The hinge mechanism may restrain cover movement toward the closed position. The hinge mechanism may comprise a spring mechanism to guide movement of the cover; the spring mechanism may comprise a torsion spring and/or multi-segment spring. The hinge mechanism may comprise a bearing/brake mechanism to facilitate positioning of the cover. The spring mechanism may bias the cover toward the raised position; provide a force to move the cover toward the raised position; and/or provide a force to restrain movement of the cover toward the lowered position. The component may comprise at least one of a vehicle trim component, console, storage compartment, an armrest, etc.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent in a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may comprise a scent-dispensing apparatus comprising a module configured for at least one scent-dispensing cartridge (removable/replaceable) containing scent media. An actuator may be configured to operate the module in a bypass mode or for selection/actuation of a cartridge. A selected cartridge may be actuated from a sealed state to prevent airflow through scent media to an unsealed state to allow airflow across/through scent media and into the vehicle interior. The actuator may comprise a mechanism (e.g. slider, cam mechanism); each cartridge may comprise a valve mechanism actuated by the actuator; each mechanism may comprise a spring. The module may comprise a fan to provide airflow. The component may provide a user interface. The component may comprise a console, overhead console, floor console, center console, etc.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 9/00 - Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air
• A61L 9/14 - Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using sprayed or atomised substances
• A01M 1/20 - Poisoning, narcotising, or burning insects
• B60H 3/00 - Other air-treating devices

Abstract

A vehicle interior component with a heating element is disclosed. The component may comprise an assembly with the heating element produced in a mold tool by a process comprising assembling the heating element between a cover layer and a fiber layer to provide a pre-form assembly; consolidating the pre-form assembly (e.g. including trimming/compressing and/or heating); placing the pre-form assembly into the mold tool; forming the pre-form assembly into a compression-formed body with a shape; applying a cover to the compression-formed body to provide a compression-formed panel. The compression-formed panel may be provided with the shape and an external surface provided by the cover. The texture/feel at the external surface of the compression-formed panel for the component may obscure the presence of the heating element within the component. The component may comprise a console; floor console; tunnel console; armrest; instrument panel; door; door panel; trim component; or panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 25/14 - Dashboards as superstructure sub-unit
• B62D 65/14 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components the sub-units or components being passenger compartment fittings, e.g. seats, linings, trim, instrument panels
• B60H 1/22 - Heating, cooling or ventilating devices the heat being derived otherwise than from the propulsion plant
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• B60L 1/02 - Supplying electric power to auxiliary equipment of electrically-propelled vehicles to electric heating circuits
• B29C 43/02 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding material; Apparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
• B29C 70/88 - Shaping composites, i.e. plastics material comprising reinforcements, fillers or preformed parts, e.g. inserts characterised primarily by possessing specific properties, e.g. electrically conductive or locally reinforced

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a base comprising an outer surface and a support comprising an outer surface and configured to move between raised and lowered positions. The outer surfaces of the support and the base may comprise a substantially continuous surface when the support is in the raised position. The support may descend into the base to provide a cavity. The component may comprise a light source to provide a lighted border around the support when raised position and to illuminate walls of the cavity. The component may comprise a mechanism to move the support between the raised lowered positions. The support may comprise a switch to send a signal to the mechanism to move the support. The component may comprise at least one of a console; a floor console; a tunnel console; an armrest; an instrument panel; a door; a door panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
• B65D 25/00 - CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES - Details of other kinds or types of rigid or semi-rigid containers
• B65D 8/14 - Containers having a curved cross-section formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor characterised by wall construction or by connection between walls collapsible
• B65D 90/12 - Supports

Abstract

A vehicle interior component comprising a cover coupled to a base by a joint and/or mechanism is disclosed. The cover may comprise a door, bin, etc. rotatably coupled to the base on an axis. The base may comprise a feature; the cover may comprise a feature. When the cover is closed, the feature of the base may engage the feature of the cover; when the cover is opened, the feature of the base may disengage the feature of the cover. The component may comprise a mechanism comprising a feature/cam surface configured to engage/disengage a feature/follower; the mechanism may be configured to maintain a fit/space between a perimeter of the cover and a perimeter of an opening of the base. The base and/or cover may flex at or adjacent to the joint/mechanism. The component may comprise a console, center stack/console, floor console, overhead console, instrument panel, door panel, etc.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a composite structure comprising a substrate and light guide and surface/cover with holes/pattern of apertures configured for illumination (by a light source/module) to provide an interface/display (with decorative and/or instrumentation region). The light guide may comprise a resin material formed as the set of projections in the pattern of apertures. The cover may comprise a decorative layer with backing configured to provide a visual/surface effect (e.g. natural material, wood veneer, etc.); the display may present a visual/decorative effect when illuminated at the pattern of apertures/light guide. The interface/display at the surface (by illuminated light guide/pattern of holes) may present indicia for a vehicle system and/or decorative effect. The component may comprise a trim/trim panel, instrument panel/dashboard, door panel/armrest, console, overhead trim/headliner, pillar/structure, seat, etc.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
• B60Q 3/20 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors mounted on specific fittings of passenger or driving compartments
• B60Q 3/62 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors characterised by optical aspects using light guides
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• F21S 10/00 - Lighting devices or systems producing a varying lighting effect
• F21V 21/04 - Recessed bases
• G02B 6/00 - Light guides; Structural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The vehicle interior component may comprise a base providing a compartment, two covers moveable between closed and open positions and a link to couple and decouple movement of the covers. One of the covers may remain open as the other is closed. The link may comprise two arms; one arm may move relative to the other to enable relative movement of the covers. One arm may comprise a depression and the other may comprise a protrusion to engage the depression to couple movement of the arms. The link may comprise a spring to hold the protrusion with the depression to couple movement of the arms; the spring may compress to enable disengagement of the protrusion and depression to enable relative movement of the covers. The component may comprise at least one of a console, a center console, a floor console.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60N 2/46 - Arm-rests
• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may provide a user interface system for an occupant in a vehicle. The component may comprise a composite structure presenting a user interface and comprising a substrate and cover. The user interface may comprise light display from a light source and an input device. The substrate may comprise a light-transmissive section/carrier to allow light transmission to the light display (transparent segments, translucent segments, light-transmissive body). The composite structure may comprise a functional layer for masking of light; optical enhancement; light shielding; diffusion of illumination; transmission of light; comfort; cushioning; adhesion or bonding. The functional layer may comprise a mask to block/alter light. The input device may be configured to detect input from the vehicle occupant at or adjacent to the surface of the cover. The light display may provide an animated output/effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
• B60K 37/00 - Dashboards
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• H03K 17/96 - Touch switches

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may comprise a structural substrate, an airbag chute and a structure coupling the chute and structural substrate. The structure may comprise a rib injection molded onto the structural substrate; the structure may be bonded to the structural substrate. The chute may be welded to the structure and/or the structural substrate. The structural substrate may comprise a panel comprised of fibers; the structure may be comprised of resin. The structure may comprise an interface bonding the chute and structural substrate; the interface may comprise a molded feature/resin feature/mounting area on the structural substrate; a structure/material/rib injection molded on the structural substrate; a bond; an attachment; a composite or resin material; a material comprising fibers; polypropylene with fibers. The component may comprise a trim component; an instrument panel; a trim panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 21/20 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components
• B29C 65/06 - Joining of preformed parts; Apparatus therefor by heating, with or without pressure using friction, e.g. spin welding
• B29C 65/08 - Joining of preformed parts; Apparatus therefor by heating, with or without pressure using ultrasonic vibrations
• B29L 31/30 - Vehicles, e.g. ships or aircraft, or body parts thereof
• B60K 37/00 - Dashboards
• B60R 21/205 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in dashboards

Abstract

A vehicle interior trim component is disclosed. The component may support an airbag for deployment and may comprise a structural substrate comprising a reinforcement to secure a door to the structural substrate during airbag deployment. The reinforcement may comprise a stitch, a stitch pattern, a set of threads. The reinforcement may comprise a top stitch, upper set of threads, set of retaining threads or hinge threads and a bottom stitch, lower set of threads or sacrificial threads. During airbag deployment, the bottom stitch may separate and the top stitch may stretch and secure the door to the structural substrate. The structural substrate may comprise a fiber panel; the reinforcement may be comprised of bonded nylon thread sewn to the panel and pressed into a surface of the panel during compression forming. The reinforcement may comprise thread joined to the panel at a depression in the panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 21/215 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member
• B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor
• B60R 21/205 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in dashboards
• B60R 21/216 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member comprising tether means for limitation of cover motion during deployment
• B60R 21/2165 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member characterised by a tear line for defining a deployment opening
• E05D 1/00 - Pinless hinges; Substitutes for hinges

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a cover moveable relative to a base between closed and open positions and a latch mechanism to provide an unlatched state and a latched state when actuated by an inertia force such as from a vehicle impact. The latch mechanism may extend from the cover when latched and form a generally continuous surface with the wall when unlatched. The latch mechanism may rotate with the cover relative to the base to engage the base. The latch mechanism may comprise a bar to engage a flange of the base when latched. The latch mechanism may comprise a counterweight. The component may comprise an arm mechanism to hold the latch mechanism latched. The arm mechanism may reset the latch mechanism from latched to unlatched. The component may comprise at least one of a console; a center console; a floor console; an armrest.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47C 7/62 - Accessories for chairs
• B60N 2/46 - Arm-rests
• B60R 21/09 - Control elements or operating handles movable from an operative to an out-of-the way position, e.g. switch knobs, window cranks
• E05C 19/12 - Hook fastenings; Fastenings in which a link engages a fixed hook-like member pivotally mounted

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may be produced by applying a cover to a generally rigid compression-formed structure formed from a pre-form substrate to form a panel assembly providing a surface effect comprising a generally smooth texture. The compression formed-structure may comprise (a) a substrate layer comprising a generally rigid fiber mat with a surface effect comprising a generally rough texture and (b) a surface layer comprising a surface effect comprising a generally smooth texture. A generally smooth texture of the panel assembly may be provided by a surface effect of the surface layer. The component may comprise at least one of an instrument panel; a door panel; a trim component; a console; a floor console; a panel; a trim panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 43/18 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding material; Apparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. compression moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• B29C 43/32 - Component parts, details or accessories; Auxiliary operations
• B29C 43/36 - Moulds for making articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
• B60N 2/68 - Seat frames
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• B62D 65/16 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components the sub-units or components being exterior fittings, e.g. bumpers, lights, wipers

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component provides a user interface with a display/image when illuminated; the component comprises a composite structure with a cover material providing a light-transmissive effect and a surface providing a surface effect (grain/wood texture). The surface effect is visible when the display is off; the image is presented at the cover surface when the display is on. The cover may comprise a wood veneer with backing (paper, fiber material, film, plastic, etc.). The composite structure may comprise a mask layer and a lens, filter, colorant, etc. The user interface may include a sensor. The light source may comprise a display panel; LED/array, module, etc. The image is visible at the user interface when display functionality is in operation; when display functionality is not in operation the surface effect of the cover (e.g. wood texture) is visible with substantially no indication of display functionality.

IPC Classes  ?

• H03K 17/96 - Touch switches
• B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
• B60K 35/00 - Arrangement or adaptations of instruments
• B60K 37/00 - Dashboards
• G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means

Abstract

A system for treatment/irradiation of a surface in a vehicle interior is disclosed. The system may be configured to treat at least one surface of at least one object in an interior of a vehicle with irradiation in a dose. The system may comprise a base, a mechanism, a radiation source directed by the mechanism and a controller to operate the mechanism for the radiation source to administer irradiation. The controller may be programmed with a path for directed movement of the radiation source to administer irradiation. The controller may direct the radiation source to first and second positions at first and second zones for irradiation for first and second durations based on distance from the radiation source to the first and second zones. A method of treating at least one surface in an interior of a vehicle by irradiation from a radiation source is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B05D 3/06 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be applied; After-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to radiation
• C09D 175/16 - Polyurethanes having carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds having terminal carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The vehicle interior component may comprise a base and a bin. The bin may move or slide in a first direction relative to the base from a closed position to a first open position and move or rotate in a second direction relative to the base from the closed position to a second open position. The bin may comprise a right bin moveable in the second direction and a left bin moveable in a third direction. The component may comprise a carrier. The bin may move or slide with the carrier in the first direction between closed and open positions of the carrier. The bin may move or rotate relative to the carrier between the closed and second open positions of the bin. The component may comprise at least one of a console; a floor console; a center console; a storage compartment.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
• B60R 7/02 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in a separate luggage compartment
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may comprise a base, a first cover moveable between a closed position covering a first storage compartment and an open position, and a second cover moveable to a covering position to cover a second storage compartment and a stowed position. The second cover may be coupled to the base in the covering position and to the first cover when stowed. The second cover may rotate from the covering position to a rotated position when the first cover is in the open and closed positions. When stowed, the second cover may engage and rotate with the first cover. The first and second covers and the arm may define a storage compartment. The second cover may comprise at least one of a tray, a table. The component may comprise at least one of a console, a floor console, a center console.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
• B60N 2/46 - Arm-rests
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a base and a door/cover configured to move from a latched position to cover a bin to an open position to uncover the bin through an unlatched position; and a blocking mechanism configured to actuate a keeper/blocker to move in response to a force from a retracted position to an extended position to prevent the door/cover from moving toward the open position. The mechanism may comprise a blocker/keeper to move from a default/retracted position to a blocking/deployed position to prevent the door/cover from moving to the open position (e.g. in response to the external force). The mechanism may comprise an arm configured to rotate in response to the external force against a retaining spring to engage the blocker/keeper. The component may comprise a console; the cover may comprise a door.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 77/02 - Vehicle locks characterised by special functions or purposes for accident situations
• E05B 77/04 - Preventing unwanted lock actuation, e.g. unlatching, at the moment of collision
• E05B 77/06 - Preventing unwanted lock actuation, e.g. unlatching, at the moment of collision by means of inertial forces
• E05B 77/12 - Automatic locking or unlocking at the moment of collision
• E05B 77/14 - Specially controlled locking actions in case of open doors or in case of doors moved from an open to a closed position, e.g. lock-out prevention or self-cancelling
• E05B 77/32 - Vehicle locks characterised by special functions or purposes allowing simultaneous actuation of locking or unlocking elements and a handle, e.g. preventing interference between an unlocking and an unlatching action
• E05B 83/28 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like
• E05B 83/30 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for glove compartments
• E05B 83/32 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for console boxes, e.g. between passenger seats

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a base providing a compartment with an opening and door configured for movement relative to the base to an open position to facilitate access into the compartment; an interface may be provided between the base and door to facilitate movement of the door relative to the base; the interface may comprise a set of projections on the door configured to engage a set of guides on the base. The set of projections may comprise extrusions; projections may comprise posts or pins formed/machined or coupled/attached to the door. The guide on the base may comprise a track/channel engaged by projections on the door. The door may comprise a door assembly with a cover and carrier/structure; the cover and carrier may be formed by molding/extrusion and/or assembled. The component may comprise a floor console; the door may comprise a tambour door.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• B60N 2/46 - Arm-rests
• B60R 5/00 - Compartments within vehicle body primarily intended or sufficiently spacious for trunks, suit-cases, or the like
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
• B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
• E06B 9/00 - Screening or protective devices for openings, with or without operating or securing mechanisms; Closures of similar construction

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may comprise a base, a shaft, a seat for the shaft and a bin installed in the base and for rotation relative to the base between closed and open positions. The seat may comprise an aperture for the shaft and a tab to retain the shaft in the bearing for rotation of the bin. The tab may comprise at least one of a flexible projection, a flange, a flexible tab, a guide. The aperture may comprise at least one of a hole configured for the shaft, a bearing configured for the shaft, a set of apertures. The tab may comprise a flexible projection to retain the shaft into the aperture of the seat. The tab may comprise a flexible guide adjacent to the slot and configured to nest the shaft in the bearing. The bin may comprise a sunglass holder.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• A47B 46/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, having one or more surfaces adapted to be brought into position for use by extending or pivoting
• B60N 3/00 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a decorative layer coupled or laminated to a base and coupled to a cover. The decorative layer may comprise a laminate of natural material. The cover may comprise a nonplanar inner layer and a nonplanar outer layer comprising glass or plastic. An adhesive may couple the decorative layer to the cover and transmit light from the cover to the decorative layer. The inner layer may comprise ink, paint, a foil, or a film to prevent visibility of the decorative layer. The inner layer may allow illumination to pass from a display to the outer layer. The inner layer may comprise an electrical circuit, a sensor, a capacitive switch, or a capacitive switch sensor. The cover may comprise an opening to expose the decorative layer. The decorative layer and cover may provide visual effects that together provide a composite visual effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may comprise a base, bin and tray. The bin may move from a closed position to an open position for access. The tray may move from a retracted position to an intermediate or extended position for access. The component may comprise a cover that may move from an upward position to cover the tray to a lowered position to uncover the tray. The component may comprise a first actuator to move the tray from the retracted to the intermediate position and a second actuator to move the bin from the closed to the open position. The bin may move from the closed to the open position when the tray is in the retracted, intermediate and extended positions. The tray may move from the retracted to the intermediate and extended positions when the bin is in the closed and open positions.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60K 37/04 - Arrangement of fittings on dashboard
• B60N 3/00 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for
• B60N 3/08 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for refuse, e.g. ash-trays
• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
• B60N 3/12 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for cigarettes or the like
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps

Abstract

A system and method for image display on vehicle interior component is disclosed. The system and method is configured to display objects obstructed to the field of view of the operator of the vehicle on a display panel; the objects may be visible to the operator viewing the display panel in a consistent scale/form with objects visible to the operator through the windshield and side windows of the vehicle. The system may be configured to obtain an image from a remote/separate camera and transform/map to a display image on a display panel to provide a more accurate representation of size/scale of objects for the operator/driver viewpoint (e.g. a simulated "invisible" pillar effect). The system may be configured for use of data from data sources and parameters; the system and method for image display on a vehicle interior component may comprise one or more of concepts and features as disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 1/10 - Front-view mirror arrangements; Periscope arrangements
• B60R 1/08 - Rear-view mirror arrangements involving special optical features, e.g. avoiding blind spots
• G06T 11/00 - 2D [Two Dimensional] image generation
• H04N 5/76 - Television signal recording
• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast

Abstract

A display assembly/module for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The display assembly may be provided with a display panel. The display assembly may comprise a cover and an insert between the display panel and the cover. The insert may facilitate optical performance of the display assembly/module (including enhancement of display contrast, transparency, etc.). The insert may provide an index of refraction substantially matched to the index of refraction of the cover/cover layer (e.g. to enhance optical performance by reducing internal reflection of light between the display panel and the cover). The display module may comprise a multi-layer construction with the insert adhered to the cover layer (and the display panel); an adhesive material may comprise or be selected/blended from an optically clear adhesive with an index of refraction to match or be between the index of refraction of the insert and/or the index of refraction of the cover.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 6/42 - Coupling light guides with opto-electronic elements
• G02B 6/00 - Light guides; Structural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
• G02B 6/10 - Light guides; Structural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings of the optical waveguide type
• G02B 6/26 - Optical coupling means
• G02B 6/36 - Mechanical coupling means

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The vehicle interior component may comprise a base, a bin coupled to the base, a cover and a mechanism. The base may comprise an opening. The cover may be configured to move between a closed position to cover the bin, an intermediate position and an open position to uncover the bin. The mechanism may be configured to lock the cover to the base in the closed position. The mechanism may comprise a button configured to unlock the cover from the base. The button may extend through the opening of the base. The vehicle interior component may comprise one or more of the inventive concepts and features shown and described in the FIGURES and specification.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 11/02 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for radio sets, television sets, telephones, or the like; Arrangement of controls thereof
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A seating system for at least one occupant in a vehicle interior is disclosed. The seating system may provide a seat assembly comprising a base assembly configured to be mounted in the vehicle interior and a seat structure configured to be coupled to the base assembly and providing a seat configured for movement relative to the base assembly; movement of the seat relative to the base assembly may comprise at least two of (1) recline movement or (2) swivel movement or (3) tilt movement; recline movement may comprise generally translating movement of the seat structure; swivel movement may comprise rotational movement of the seat structure; tilt movement may comprise generally translating movement of the seat structure transverse to recline movement. The base assembly may comprise a mechanism configured to facilitate movement of the seat structure relative to the base assembly. The seat structure may comprise at least one of a shell; the seat may comprise a cushion, the seat structure may be removable from the base assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
• B60N 2/04 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable
• B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
• B60N 2/07 - Slide construction
• B60N 2/08 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable characterised by the locking device
• B60N 2/10 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable tiltable
• B60N 2/12 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable and tiltable
• B60N 2/14 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable rotatable, e.g. to permit easy access
• B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being tiltable, e.g. to permit easy access
• B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
• B60N 2/28 - Seats readily mountable on, and dismountable from, existing seats of the vehicle

Abstract

A vehicle interior component providing a composite structure with a user interface for vehicle systems and other systems/devices and data/network connectivity is disclosed. The composite structure may comprise (a) a cover providing an exterior surface; (b) a sensor; (c) a display; (d) a functional layer. The sensor may be configured to detect input from the vehicle occupant at the cover; the display may be configured to provide illumination (such as a display element, menu, image, text, etc.) visible through the translucent cover. A method of operating the user interface may comprise the steps of (a) pressing the cover so input can be detected by the sensor; and (b) contacting the cover where input can be detected by the sensor. Pressing the cover may comprise compressing/deforming the composite structure to actuate the user interface; contacting the cover may operate and/or position a control provided at the user interface.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
• H03K 17/96 - Touch switches

Abstract

A trim component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The trim panel is prepared from a fiber panel. The trim component may be formed by concurrent compression forming and injection molding of the fiber panel within a single mold apparatus. Thermoplastic resin may be melted and injected to the back side of the fiber panel to improve structural rigidity and create greater strength difference between adjacent areas. The trim panel may provide at least one score line on the back side configured to direct airbag deployment. The score line may be compression formed onto the backside of the trim panel. The score line may reduce the strength of the area of the trim panel near the score line. Less energy may be required to break through the trim panel during air bag deployment. The trim panel may also provide a smooth visible surface.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 21/2165 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member characterised by a tear line for defining a deployment opening
• B60R 21/20 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components
• B60R 21/205 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in dashboards
• B60R 21/215 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may comprise a base, a cover and a handle. The base may provide a storage compartment. The cover may be a movable flexible cover configured to move between a closed position and an open position. The storage compartment may be accessible when the cover is at the open position. The cover may be used as an armrest at the closed position. The handle may be configured to move between a retracted position and an extended position. At the retracted position, the handle may be configured to provide a flush-fit appearance on the visible side of the cover. At the extended position, the handle may be configured to move the cover between the closed position and the open position.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 83/32 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for console boxes, e.g. between passenger seats
• B60N 2/46 - Arm-rests
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
• E05B 83/28 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like
• E05B 83/30 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for glove compartments

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The vehicle interior component may comprise a console assembly such as a floor console. The vehicle interior component such as a console may be configured to be operated by application of an external force from an occupant. The console may comprise (a) a base providing a compartment; (b) a cover movable from a closed position to an open position relative to the opening of the base; and (c) a latch mechanism comprising an arm providing a latch feature configured to secure the cover to the base. The cover may comprise a latch feature; the arm may be configured for movement relative to the base between (1) an elevated position for the latch feature of the arm to engage the latch feature of the cover to secure the cover to the base and (2) a retracted position for the latch feature of the arm to disengage the latch feature of the cover to release the cover from the base. The vehicle interior component may comprise a mechanism to actuate movement of the cover to the open position. The mechanism may comprise a linkage; the linkage may comprise a link arm coupled to the cover. The latch may comprise a concealed magnetic latch. The cover may comprise doors; the doors may comprise opposing doors opening to the compartment.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/46 - Arm-rests
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may comprise a base and a cover coupled to the base configured for movement from a closed position to an open position through an intermediate position. At least one of the cover or the base may comprise a brake configured to prevent the cover from moving from the intermediate position to the open position. The component may comprise one or more of the inventive concepts and features shown and described in the figures and specification.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards

Abstract

A console for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The console may comprise a base providing an opening for a compartment, a cover movable from a closed position to an open position relative to the opening of the base and a link assembly coupled to the base and coupled to the cover. The link assembly may be configured to constrain movement of the cover relative to the base to establish an effective rotation axis for the cover relative to the base.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47C 7/00 - Parts, details, or accessories of chairs or stools
• A47C 7/54 - Supports for the arms
• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60N 2/90 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space

Abstract

A storage compartment for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The present invention relates to a console for a vehicle interior. The console may comprise a base comprising an opening; and a door configured to cover the opening of the base and to (a) move from an open position to a closed position and (b) move from the closed position to the open position. The door may be configured to prevent rotation of the door relative to the base. The storage compartment for a vehicle interior may comprise one or more of the inventive concepts and features shown and described in the FIGURES and specification.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60K 37/00 - Dashboards
• B60N 3/00 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• E05C 9/04 - Arrangement of simultaneously-actuated bolts or other securing devices at well-separated positions on the same wing with two sliding bars moved in opposite directions when fastening or unfastening

Abstract

A mechanism for a console assembly is disclosed. The mechanism may comprise a circuit board, a earner, a slider configured to slide within the earner, a dome with contact members, a stalk, a base and a button. The button may move in one or more directions to operate a moveable component. The mechanism may comprise a spring and at least one detent pin provided within an opening in the slider. The pin and the spring may be configured to control the sliding movement of the slider within the carrier. The pin and the slider may include features to stabilize the pin and prevent wiggle and wobble of the pin relative to the slider and the earner. The pin may include a protrusion that slides along ribs provided on the slider. The pin may include guides for sliding along the walls of the opening in the slider.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 15/00 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for actuation in opposite directions, e.g. slide switch
• B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
• H01H 3/60 - Mechanical arrangements for preventing or damping vibration or shock
• H01H 15/06 - Movable parts; Contacts mounted thereon
• H01H 15/24 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for actuation in opposite directions, e.g. slide switch having a single operating part only protruding from one side of the switch casing for alternate pushing and pulling
• H01H 15/10 - Operating parts
• H01H 23/28 - Tumbler or rocker switches, i.e. switches characterised by being operated by rocking an operating member in the form of a rocker button with three operating positions

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component may comprise a base and a cover provided on the base. The component may include a foam material provided between the base and the cover. The cover may comprise a support layer, a first cover material and a second cover material. The first and second cover materials may be secured to the support layer by an adhesive. The first cover material may comprise a different material type than the second cover material. The support layer may include a groove provided along a length of the support layer. The first and second cover materials may include edges that are inserted into the groove. The edges of the first and second cover materials may be joined together to form a seam and the seam may be applied to the groove of the support layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners

Abstract

A trim component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The trim component may comprise a substrate providing a staicture, a cover comprising a skin and a support layer coupled to the skin, and a core layer configured to attach the cover to the substrate. The cover may comprise stitching extending through the skin and the support layer and a sealant coupled to the support layer at the stitching. A trim component for a vehicle interior prepared by a process using a moid and a method of using moid for forming a trim component are also disclosed. The trim component and method of use may comprise one or more of the inventive concepts and features shown and described in the figures and specification.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 43/18 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding material; Apparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. compression moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• B60R 13/00 - Elements for body-finishing, identifying, or decorating; Arrangements or adaptations for advertising purposes
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldings; Ledges; Wall liners; Roof liners
• B62D 65/14 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components the sub-units or components being passenger compartment fittings, e.g. seats, linings, trim, instrument panels

Abstract

A console for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The interior component may be configured to stow an article and may include a base and a compartment coupled to the base for movement. Movement of the compartment may be between multiple states, including: a first state with the compartment retained in a closed position; a second state with the compartment released from the closed position; a third state with the compartment in an open position providing access to a storage volume, and a fourth state with the compartment retained in an intermediate position blocking access to the storage volume. The compartment may be configured for movement from the intermediate position to the open position.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
• B60R 7/06 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space mounted on or below dashboards
• B60R 7/08 - Disposition of racks, clips, or the like
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may provide a receptacle arrangement configured to hold an item. The receptacle may comprise a bin with a cavity and a divider configured to divide the cavity into a first receptacle and a second receptacle. The first receptacle may be larger than the second receptacle and may be configured to hold a larger item. The component may comprise a housing configured to provide a cavity and a base configured to move from a raised position to a lowered position; a divider may be configured to move from a retracted position to an extended position to establish a first receptacle and a second receptacle. The divider may move to the extended position as the base moves to the lowered position. The component may comprise a base providing a floor and a receptacle configured to move from a retracted position to an extended position.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
• B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior is disclosed. The component comprises a base, a bin, a door configured to cover the bin and a latch configured to lock the door to the base. The latch is configured to move between an engaged position and a released position. The latch comprises at least one pin configured to lock the door to the base. The pin is configured to move in response to actuation of the latch to unlock the door from the base. The latch comprises a button and at least one link. The link is configured to couple the at least one pin to the button. The door or the latch may comprise a spring configured to bias the button to an un-depressed position. The base comprises an opening, a recess, a gap, or a hole configured to lock the door to the base.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 83/32 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for console boxes, e.g. between passenger seats
• E05B 83/28 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like
• E05B 83/30 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for glove compartments
• B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space

Abstract

A trim component for vehicle interior is disclosed. A method for forming the trim component is also disclosed. The trim component comprises a cover, a base, and a first foam layer. The cover is adjacent to the first foam layer; the first foam layer is adjacent to the base. The base is formed from substantially fibers. The cover is stitched to the base through the first foam layer. The method for forming the trim component comprises the steps of: (1) providing a material on a first layer to form a cover; (2) placing the cover in a mold; (3) placing a third layer (e.g. the base) in the second mold; (4) injecting foam between the cover and the third layer to provide a foamed trim component. The third layer is prepared in a first mold from a fiber panel. The third layer comprises a first portion and a second portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 13/00 - Elements for body-finishing, identifying, or decorating; Arrangements or adaptations for advertising purposes
• B29C 43/00 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding material; Apparatus therefor
• B62D 65/00 - Designing, manufacturing, e.g. assembling, facilitating disassembly, or structurally modifying motor vehicles or trailers, not otherwise provided for
• B62D 65/14 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components the sub-units or components being passenger compartment fittings, e.g. seats, linings, trim, instrument panels

Abstract

A system and method for producing a vehicle interior component is disclosed. The system and method is configured to a method of manufacturing a vehicle trim component utilizing a mold that includes at least a first part and a second part, wherein each of the first and second parts includes a surface that defines a cavity. The method comprises supplying a material comprising fibers into the cavity, compressing the material between at least one of the first and second parts of the mold to form the material into a formed component comprising a first side and a second side, cutting at least a portion of the formed component to form the vehicle trim component and removing the vehicle trim component from the cavity.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 70/30 - Shaping by lay-up, i.e. applying fibres, tape or broadsheet on a mould, former or core; Shaping by spray-up, i.e. spraying of fibres on a mould, former or core
• B29C 70/34 - Shaping by lay-up, i.e. applying fibres, tape or broadsheet on a mould, former or core; Shaping by spray-up, i.e. spraying of fibres on a mould, former or core and shaping or impregnating by compression
• B29C 43/02 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding material; Apparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
• B29C 43/34 - Feeding the material to the mould or the compression means
• B29C 43/36 - Moulds for making articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
• B29C 43/40 - Moulds for making articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles with means for cutting the article

Abstract

A component for a vehicle interior that is configured to position a mobile device connectable by a cable for use in the vehicle interior. The component includes a base and a mechanism coupled to the base. The mechanism includes a shelf configured to move from a retracted position to an extended position through an intermediate position. The shelf is configured to support the mobile device in the extended position.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 11/02 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for radio sets, television sets, telephones, or the like; Arrangement of controls thereof
• B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for