Open-type tray having a door configured to be received within an inner side thereof
US7487884B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 29, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R7/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a structure for receiving a door into an upper side when the door of a tray installed at a center facia of an automobile is operated. When the door of the tray is operated, a production of interference between a gearshift lever and other parts is minimized and thus increases spatial utilization. A locking device is installed at a corresponding portion to the housing and the door to selectively open/close the door installed at the front part of the housing. Each of connecting member is formed at both sides of the door to receive a force of opening the door, with the locking device released. A rotary member, having one end hinge connected to the connecting member and the other end provided with peripheral teeth, is rotatably installed to side surface organic the housing. A resilient member rotates the rotary member to move the connecting member, thereby opening the door. A damper member facilitates to open the door with an even speed.
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