DE10042495A1 - Arrangement for positioning image observation unit has coupling arrangement enabling observation unit to be moved between two positions by moving covering arrangement - Google Patents

Abstract

The arrangement is mounted in a vehicle part such as a center console or seat back and has a covering arrangement (2) for the image observation arrangement (1) that is coupled to it by a coupling arrangement (13,14',14'';13,15',15'') so that the observation arrangement can be moved between first and second positions (A,B) by moving the covering arrangement. Independent claims are also included for the following: a vehicle part such as a center console with an arrangement for positioning an image observation arrangement.

Description

The invention relates to a device for positioning an image viewing means according to the preamble of claim 1.

It is known to arrange make-up mirrors in motor vehicle sun visors. It is disadvantageous that due to the unfavorable position of the make-up mirror below the ceiling the viewing angle is small for the viewer and usually only the Passenger can look at the make-up mirror.

From US-A-3,795,422 a device is known in which a mirror on a table can be set up for aircraft seats. There is also a manually operated folding mechanism necessary, where there is a risk of finger trapping. The operation is also complicated.

A make-up mirror is known from EP 406 519 A1, with its built-in body can be folded out of a motor vehicle part. Through the fixed connection of mirror and Installation body there is a restriction of the mobility of the mirror.

Only brackets for mirrors can be found in this prior art, whereby in modern cars, other image viewing means, such as B. screens can be used for computers or navigation systems.

The present invention has for its object to provide a device with a safe, easy-to-use and flexible image viewing device in one Motor vehicle part can be arranged.

This object is achieved by a device with the features of Claim 1 solved.

According to the invention, the image viewing means is provided by a covering device covered to protect the image viewing medium from external influences. The  Cover device and the image viewing means are over a Coupling device movably coupled so that the image viewing means through Movement of the cover device from a first position to a second position and / or can be brought from the second position into the first position. Through the Use of a separate cover device and a coupling device the image viewing means can be protected at the same time and in a flexible manner by one Storage position in a use position, and vice versa.

The image viewing means is advantageously in the form of a screen, mirror, especially makeup mirror, or canvas. Such image viewing means are currently used modern motor vehicles, the image viewing means efficiently protected by the device according to the invention and easily into one for one Be brought to the viewer comfortable position.

To align the image viewing means with the viewer, it is advantageous if the image viewing means can be pivoted about at least one spatial axis and / or is rotatable. It is particularly advantageous if to pivot the Image viewing means a ball joint is used. Allow ball joints Movements with several rotational degrees of freedom and are easy to manufacture.

A further advantageous embodiment of the device according to the invention has Movement means, in particular a motor drive, with which the spatial Position of the image viewing means, the coupling device and / or the Cover device is changeable. The movement means that change spatial position particularly easily and precisely. It is advantageous to use one To provide sensor means for light detection and / or acceleration detection, with which automatically changes the position of the image viewing means in Depending on the lighting and / or acceleration conditions can take place. Especially when cornering or driving under changing lighting conditions can thus always ensure good visibility on the image viewing means become.

A further advantageous embodiment of the device according to the invention has Storage means for at least one spatial position of the image viewing means, the Coupling device and / or the cover device. So z. B. at  use by different people, person-specific positions can be set automatically.

In a particularly advantageous embodiment of the device according to the invention the cover device as a folding table, in particular with a raised edge or as a holder for beverage containers, in particular bottles, cups or cans educated. Such a design of the cover device gives it one Additional benefits.

In an advantageous embodiment of the device according to the invention Coupling device designed as a swivel drive and / or lever gear. A such a design is easy to manufacture and robust in operation.

The coupling device advantageously has a cable pull for the transmission of forces between the cover device and the image viewing means. A cable pull can be installed to save space, so that compact designs are possible.

It is also advantageous to use an elastic means, in particular a compression spring Movement of the image viewing means from the first position to the second position and / or for moving the image viewing means from the second position into the first Position to use. The elastic means can be a definable Apply force to the image viewing device to achieve the desired position change manufacture.

It is also advantageous in the coupling device lateral guides for Provide image viewing means to ensure safe storage even when moving to ensure the image viewing means.

The device according to the invention advantageously has a control means automatic control of drives and / or a lighting device. The control means (e.g. a microcomputer) is dependent on the Movement of the image viewing means, the covering device and / or the Position of the motor vehicle part, especially the backrest, active. So z. B. the Illumination switched on automatically when the cover device is opened or the image viewing means are moved in a predeterminable manner. The latter can e.g. B. is moved when moving a backrest.  

In a further advantageous embodiment of the device according to the invention the covering device is a locking means, in particular a push-push Connection or a magnetic connection for detachable connection with the Motor vehicle part, especially the backrest. This makes the connection easy be solved and manufactured. It is also advantageous if the covering device has a grip element.

The device according to the invention can be advantageously in one Motor vehicle part, in particular a seat, a center console, a ceiling element, arrange a backrest, a dashboard or an interior lining. On this A user can share image viewing means particularly useful while driving deploy.

The invention is described below with reference to the figures of the drawings several embodiments explained in more detail. Show it:

Fig. 1a-c schematic representation of a vehicle seat with an inventive device for positioning an image viewing means in three stages;

Fig. 2 is schematic representation of a viewer with an image viewing means;

Fig. 3 is perspective view of a first embodiment of the inventive device with an image viewing means in a seat back;

Fig. 4a-b side view of a second embodiment of the device according to the invention with a lever gear;

Figure 5 shows a third embodiment of the inventive device with a folding device.

Fig. 6 is a detailed view of a coupling between the image viewing means and the cover means.

In Fig. 1a-c, the basic flow of a positioning of an image viewing means 1 is illustrated by means of the inventive device in a motor vehicle.

An image viewing means 1 in the sense of this invention is a means on which a viewer can perceive an image, wherein the image viewing means 1 is aligned with the viewer or can be aligned so that the image can be easily recognized. Typical image viewing means 1 are e.g. B. a makeup mirror, a screen or a screen onto which an image is projected. The subject matter of the invention is explained below with the aid of a make-up mirror 1 , it being obvious that any other embodiment of an image viewing means 1 is also covered by the invention.

A backrest 40 of a motor vehicle seat is shown in FIG. 1a. The make-up mirror 1 ( not visible here ) is arranged behind a covering device 2 . The cover device 2 ensures that the make-up mirror 1 is protected from external influences and that the occupants of the motor vehicle are not injured in the event of an impact.

When the cover device 2 is opened , which takes place in the direction of the arrow as shown in FIG. 1b, the make-up mirror 1 becomes visible, it still being in a first position A (storage position).

After completion of the opening, which is shown in Fig. 1c, the make-up mirror 1 is shown in the second position B (use position).

FIG. 2 shows a viewer looking at the make-up mirror 1 in the use position (ie the second position B). In an analogous manner, a viewer can also use another image viewing means 1 , e.g. B. look at a screen 1 of a computer looking at the backrest 40 of the motor vehicle.

The device according to the invention for positioning an image viewing means 1 is shown here in connection with the arrangement on a vehicle seat. The device according to the invention can, however, also on other motor vehicle parts, such as. B. a center console, a ceiling element, an interior paneling, a backrest or a dashboard.

The device according to the invention, which will be described in more detail below, ensures that the image viewing means 1 is positioned as a function of the movement of the covering device 2 .

In Fig. 3, a first embodiment of the device according to the invention is illustrated in connection with a makeup mirror 1. The make-up mirror 1 is arranged in a recess 100 of the backrest 40 of a seat in a motor vehicle. Fig. 3 shows the makeup mirror 1 with the cover device 2 open, which is designed as a folding table with an edge 10 . The folding table 2 can be pivoted about a first axis 31 .

The make-up mirror 1 is connected to the backrest 40 at the upper edge via a mirror holder 4 . The mirror holder 4 has a torsion spring, not shown here, which is under tension when the folding table 2 is closed. The make-up mirror 1 can be pivoted about a second axis 32 . Alternatively, other spring means can also be arranged behind the make-up mirror 1 in order to bring the make-up mirror 1 into the use position. These spring means then engage z. B. not at the top of the makeup mirror 1 , but at the back of the makeup mirror.

The position of the make-up mirror 1 under tension of the torsion spring corresponds to the first position A (shown in FIG. 4 with a solid line). After opening the folding table 2 about the first axis 31 (indicated by the arrow in FIG. 3), the torsion spring relaxes and the make-up mirror 1 is automatically pivoted about the second axis 32 into the second position B (shown in FIG. 4 with a broken line) ). The user can adjust the inclination of the make-up mirror 1 by hand if necessary.

Thus, the folding table 2 and the make-up mirror 1 are coupled over the surface 8 of the folding table 2 when closing. The surface 8 of the folding table 2 presses on the make-up mirror 1 when closed and holds it in the closed position in the storage position. The surface 8 forms, together with the resilient mirror holder 4 in this embodiment, the coupling device between the image viewing means 1 and the covering device 2 .

The folding table 2 can be folded about the first axis 31 along a long side in the direction of the backrest in order to cover the make-up mirror 1 . A locking means 7 , which is constructed here as a push-push connecting element, serves to releasably lock the folding table 2 . Alternatively, magnetic connections can also be used.

In alternative configurations of the device according to the invention, the covering device 2 is designed as holders for bottles, cans or cups.

In Fig. 4a-b, a second embodiment of the device according to the invention is shown, which comprises a lever mechanism.

The cover device 2 is designed as a folding table which can be pivoted about the first axis 31 . FIG. 4a shows the device with the collapsed folding table 2, Fig. 4b shows the device with opened folding table 2.

A pivot joint 13 is articulated on the folding table 2 and is engaged by a first lever element 15 '. The first lever element 15 'and a second lever element 15 "together form a holder for the make-up mirror 1. The ends of the lever elements 15 ', 15 " facing away from the make-up mirror 1 are articulated in link guides 14 ', 14 ". In the folded state ( FIG. 4a), the lever elements 15 ', 15 "are completely inserted into the link guides 14 ', 14 ".

Together, the swivel joint 13 , the lever elements 15 ', 15 "and the link guides 14 ', 14 " form a coupling device by means of which the make-up mirror 1 moves from a position A (see FIG. 4a) to a position B (see FIG. 4b) Forced movement can be brought. The coupling device 13 , 15 ', 15 ", 14 ', 14 " ensures that the make-up mirror 1 is in a comfortable position for a viewer.

In Fig. 5 a third embodiment of the device according to the invention represents. Similar to the embodiment shown in FIG. 3, the folding table 2 serves in the closed state to cover the make-up mirror 1 , which is shown in FIG. 5 in the unfolded state. The entire device is arranged in the folded state in a recess 100 of the backrest 40 of a motor vehicle.

The folding table 2 has a handle element 6 on the edge, with which the folding table 2 can be brought from its closed position into the use position. For this purpose, the folding table 2 is folded about the first axis 31 . The make-up mirror 1 is first brought into a flat position of use by laterally arranged guides 17 ', 17 ". The make-up mirror 1 can then be tilted about the second axis 32 in order to make it easier for a viewer to see. This is not done by one here Spring means shown, which automatically brings the make-up mirror 1 into an inclined position after opening the folding table 2. Thus, the coupling device consists of the guides 17 and the spring mechanism which ensures that the make-up mirror 1 is set up.

A lighting device 16 is arranged in the recess 100 above the make-up mirror 1 and switches on automatically when the folding table 2 is opened. Alternatively, the lighting device 16 can also be arranged on the side of the make-up mirror 1 .

In a likewise alternative embodiment, the make-up mirror 1 or the image viewing means generally has a ball bearing, by means of which the make-up mirror 1 can be tilted or rotated in all spatial directions. This can, for. B. a glare can be compensated by lateral light. If light sensors are used, an automatic change of position of the make-up mirror 1 can alternatively also be carried out via appropriate drives, depending on the incidence of light. When using acceleration sensors, a controller ensures that the image viewing means 1 can compensate for certain movements when the motor vehicle is being driven.

This is particularly useful when working with a screen 1 .

It is also possible via a storage device that the positions of the image viewing device 1 can be stored and called up beforehand by certain persons.

In Fig. 7 shows an embodiment of a coupling between the cover device 2 and the make-up mirror 1. Here, the make-up mirror 1 is shown in the use position, ie it is pivoted about the second axis 32 with respect to the vertical. The make-up mirror 1 is brought into this position by the spring means 5 , which is relaxed when the folding table 2 is opened.

In order to bring the vanity mirror 1 when closing of the folding table 2 in its storage position, is between the make-up mirror 1 and the folding table 2 is a cable connection through which the cable 18 is connected via a deflection roller 11 having a shaft 9 on the folding table. 2

When the folding table 2 is closed about the first axis 31 , the cable 18 is wound on the shaft 9 , so that the make-up mirror 1 is automatically pulled back into the vertical storage position by the cable pull. With such a configuration, the inner surface 8 of the folding table 2 does not have to touch the make-up mirror 1 when it is folded up.

Such a cable connection between the covering device 2 and the image viewing means 1 can in particular also be used in the previously illustrated embodiments.

The invention is not limited in its implementation to those specified above preferred embodiments. Rather, a number of variants are conceivable that of the device according to the invention even when fundamentally different Make use of the remarks.

Claims (16)

1. Device for positioning an image viewing means, which is arranged on a motor vehicle part, in particular a backrest of a seat, characterized by a covering device ( 2 ) for the image viewing means ( 1 ), the covering device ( 2 ) and the image viewing means ( 1 ) via a coupling device ( 4 ; 8 , 13 , 14 ', 14 ", 15 ', 15 ";17; 5 , 9 , 11 , 18 ) are coupled so that the image viewing means ( 1 ) can move from a first one by moving the covering device ( 2 ) Position (A) can be brought into a second position (B) and / or from the second position (B) into the first position (A). 2. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the image viewing means ( 1 ) is designed as a screen, mirror, in particular make-up mirror, or canvas. 3. Apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the image viewing means ( 1 ) about at least one spatial axis ( 32 ) is pivotable and / or rotatable. 4. The device according to claim 3, characterized in that a ball joint is used for pivoting the image viewing means ( 1 ). 5. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized by a movement means, in particular a motor drive, with which the spatial position of the image viewing means ( 1 ), the coupling device ( 4 ; 8 , 13 , 14 ', 14 ", 15 ', 15th ';17; 5 , 9 , 11 , 18 ) and / or the covering device ( 2 ) can be changed. 6. The device according to claim 5, characterized by sensor means for light detection and / or acceleration detection for automatically changing the position of the image viewing means ( 1 ) depending on the lighting and / or acceleration conditions. 7. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized by a storage means for at least one spatial position of the image viewing means ( 1 ), the coupling device ( 4 ; 8 , 13 , 14 ', 14 ", 15 ', 15 ";17; 5 , 9 , 11 , 18 ) and / or the cover device ( 2 ). 8. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the cover device ( 2 ) is designed as a folding table, in particular with a raised edge ( 10 ) or as a holder for beverage containers, in particular bottles, cups or cans. 9. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the coupling device ( 13 , 14 ', 14 ", 15 ', 15 ") is designed as a pivot drive and / or lever gear. 10. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the coupling device ( 5 , 9 , 11 , 18 ) has a cable ( 18 ) for transmitting forces between the cover device ( 2 ) and the image viewing means ( 1 ). 11. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized by an elastic means, in particular a compression spring ( 5 ) for moving the image viewing means ( 1 ) from the first position (A) to the second position (B) and / or for moving the Image viewing means ( 1 ) from the second position (B) to the first position (A). 12. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the coupling device has lateral guides ( 17 ', 17 ") for the image viewing means ( 1 ). 13. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized by a control means for automatically actuating drives and / or a lighting device ( 16 ) in dependence on the movement of the image viewing means ( 1 ), the covering device ( 2 ) and / or the position of the Motor vehicle part, in particular the backrest ( 40 ). 14. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the covering device ( 2 ) has a locking means ( 7 ), in particular a push-push connection or a magnetic connection for detachable connection to the motor vehicle part ( 40 ), in particular the backrest. 15. The device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the covering device ( 2 ) has a handle element ( 6 ). 16. Motor vehicle part, in particular a seat, a center console, a ceiling element, a backrest, dashboard or an interior panel with a device after at least one of claims 1 to 15.