INSTRUMENT PANEL FOR A VEHICLE

Organization Name

Inventor(s)

Andrea Viviana Arregui Torres of Atizapan de Zaragoza (MX)

Brent Clifford Dalton of Dearborn MI (US)

INSTRUMENT PANEL FOR A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240308432 titled 'INSTRUMENT PANEL FOR A VEHICLE

The abstract describes a patent application for an instrument panel in a vehicle that includes a glovebox aperture and a glovebox assembly. The glovebox aperture is defined by the instrument panel, with a perimeter that includes an actuation surface and a latch aperture. The glovebox assembly, which includes a storage compartment and a latch assembly, is received within the glovebox aperture and can be operated between a stowed position and a deployed position. The latch assembly includes a latch that is configured to be received within the latch aperture when the glovebox assembly is in the stowed position.

The instrument panel in the vehicle has a glovebox aperture and a glovebox assembly.
The glovebox aperture is defined by the instrument panel and includes an actuation surface and a latch aperture.
The glovebox assembly consists of a storage compartment and a latch assembly.
The glovebox assembly can be moved between a stowed position and a deployed position within the glovebox aperture.
The latch assembly includes a latch that fits into the latch aperture when the glovebox assembly is in the stowed position.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for various vehicle models. - Manufacturing of instrument panels for vehicles.

Problems Solved: - Provides a secure and convenient storage solution within the vehicle. - Optimizes space utilization in the vehicle interior.

Benefits: - Enhanced storage capabilities in the vehicle. - Improved organization and accessibility for drivers and passengers.

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Instrument Panel with Integrated Glovebox Assembly This technology can be utilized by automotive manufacturers to enhance the functionality and design of vehicle interiors, potentially increasing the appeal of their products in the market.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the integration of the glovebox assembly into the instrument panel benefit vehicle users?

  - The integration provides a more seamless and efficient storage solution within the vehicle, enhancing user experience.

2. What are the potential cost implications for implementing this technology in vehicle production?

  - The cost implications would depend on the manufacturing process and materials used, but the added functionality could potentially justify the investment.

Original Abstract Submitted

an instrument panel for a vehicle includes a glovebox aperture and a glovebox assembly. the glovebox aperture is defined by the instrument panel. a perimeter of the glovebox aperture defines an actuation surface and a latch aperture such that the actuation surface and the latch aperture are unitarily formed with the instrument panel. the glovebox assembly includes a storage compartment and a latch assembly. the glovebox assembly is received within the glovebox aperture. the glovebox assembly is operable between a stowed position and a deployed position relative to the glovebox aperture. the latch assembly includes a latch that is configured to be received within the latch aperture when the glovebox assembly is in the stowed position.