18130123. LUGGAGE SPACE-EXTENSIBLE SLIDABLE AND PIVOTABLE BOARD STRUCTURE simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)

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LUGGAGE SPACE-EXTENSIBLE SLIDABLE AND PIVOTABLE BOARD STRUCTURE

Organization Name

KIA CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Hong Keun Son of Uiwang (KR)

Min Ho Cho of Suwon (KR)

Won Young Na of Seongnam (KR)

Heon Lee of Seoul (KR)

LUGGAGE SPACE-EXTENSIBLE SLIDABLE AND PIVOTABLE BOARD STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18130123 titled 'LUGGAGE SPACE-EXTENSIBLE SLIDABLE AND PIVOTABLE BOARD STRUCTURE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a luggage space-extensible slidable and pivotable board structure for vehicles. The board assembly can slide forward or backward and pivot upward in the vehicle's luggage space, with a rail section coupled to a hinge part for pivotable movement. A handle assembly on the outer side locks and unlocks the board assembly.

  • Board assembly slides forward/backward and pivots upward in vehicle luggage space
  • Rail section coupled to hinge part for pivotable movement
  • Handle assembly on outer side locks/unlocks board assembly

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in various vehicles, such as cars, SUVs, vans, and trucks, to optimize luggage space and organization.

Problems Solved

1. Limited luggage space in vehicles 2. Difficulty in organizing and accessing items in the luggage area

Benefits

1. Maximizes storage capacity in vehicles 2. Easy access to items in the luggage space 3. Versatile board structure for different storage needs

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimized Luggage Space Board Structure for Vehicles

Possible Prior Art

There may be existing patents or products related to adjustable and extendable storage solutions in vehicles, but further research is needed to identify specific prior art in this field.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact vehicle weight and fuel efficiency?

The article does not address the potential effects of adding this board structure on the overall weight of the vehicle and its impact on fuel efficiency.

Are there any safety considerations when using this board structure in a vehicle?

The safety aspects of installing and using this board structure in a vehicle are not discussed in the article.


Original Abstract Submitted

A luggage space-extensible slidable and pivotable board structure is provided. The board structure includes a board assembly configured to slide forward or backward or pivot upward about an inner side thereof in a luggage space of a vehicle, a rail section configured to be coupled to a hinge part at the inner side so as to be pivotable along with the board assembly, and a handle assembly disposed on an outer side of the board assembly to lock the board assembly, wherein the board assembly is unlocked by the operation of the handle assembly to slide along the rail section, and the board assembly is configured to pivot about the hinge part in a locked state.