Modular console system
AssigneeLear Corporation
InventorsThomas S. Hicks, James A. Mulvihill, Won-Tai Kim
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Abstract
A modular console system for a vehicle includes a common module which defines a module space. The common module can be attached at different points along the length of a base, which is attached to the vehicle floor. The common module is configured to receive an insert module, which has an inner portion that is specifically configured to conform to one or more accessories that can be accessed by the vehicle occupants.
Claims18
A modular console system for a vehicle, the system comprising:
- a base;
- a first module defining a module space and configured for selective attachment to the base at any of a plurality of locations along a length of the base;
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- a second module configured for selective insertion into, and removal from, the module space, the second module defining a receiving area generally conforming to at least one accessory.
A modular console system for a vehicle having a passenger compartment, the system comprising:
- a base configured for attachment to the vehicle in the passenger compartment, the base including a recess disposed along a length of the base;
- a first module defining a module space and including upper and lower portions, the lower portion being configured for insertion into the recess in the base;
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- a second module having an outer portion configured for insertion into the module space and an inner portion, at least a portion of which generally conforms to at least one accessory.
A modular console system for a vehicle including a first row seat, a center console adjacent the front seat, and a second row seat, the system comprising:
- a first module defining a module space;
- a support structure configured for attachment to the vehicle rearward the center console such that at least a portion of the support structure is accessible by a vehicle occupant seated in the second row seat, the support structure being further configured to receive the first module in a location accessible by a seated occupant;
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- a second module configured for insertion into, and removal from, the module space, the second module defining a receiving area generally conforming to at least one accessory.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.