CONTAINER FOR VEHICLES, FOR STORING AND TRANSPORTING OBJECTS

Abstract

The invention relates to a container for vehicles, for storing and transporting objects, which is formed by a receptacle, with a corresponding closure cover hinged to the container by means of L-shaped arms that are firmly joined at one end to the inside face of the cover and hinged at the opposite end, by means of hinge pins, with respect to respective brackets projecting from the inside face of the container, wherein, in a closed position, the hinge means are concealed inside the container, with the particularity that the closure means are in the form of an electronic lock and a closure mechanism or ratchet that are internally connected over the opening of the cover and the main body of the container, the electronic lock being provided with wireless control means for opening. The system comprises a mechanically engaging security device, which activates when the container is forced open.

Claims

1. A container for storing and transporting objects for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and the like, of the type incorporating a receptacle or container (1) per se, with a corresponding flip closure cover (2) provided with closure means, characterized in that the closure cover (2) is hinged to the container by L-shaped arms (3) that are firmly joined at one end to an inside face of the cover and hinged at an opposite end, by hinge pins (5), with respect to respective brackets (4) projecting from an inside face of the container (1), such that, in a closed position, the hinge pins (5), the L-shaped arms (3) and the brackets (4) are concealed inside the container, with the particularity that the closure means are in the form of an electronic lock (7) and a ratchet (8) that are internally connected over an opening of the cover and a main body of the container, electronic lock (7) being wirelessly opened.

2. The container for storing and transporting objects for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and the like, according to claim 1, further comprising a mechanically engaging security device (12) (13), which activates when the container is forced open, creating and sending signal that automatically drives the electronic lock (7) which blocks the opening of the container, and which is deactivated with a code for opening the assembly.

3. The container for storing and transporting objects for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and the like, according to claim 1, characterized in that the electronic lock (7) is wirelessly opened by a chip or RFID card, a mobile telephone, or a remote control.

4. The container for storing and transporting objects for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and the like, according to claim 1, further comprising control electronics (9) provided with at least one of geolocation means or an alarm circuit.

5. The container for storing and transporting objects for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and the like, according to claim 4, characterized in that the control electronics (9) are assisted by one or more internal rechargeable batteries (6).

6. The container for storing and transporting objects for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and the like according to claim 4, characterized in that the control electronics (9) are connected to an actual battery of a vehicle in which the container is installed.

7. The container for storing and transporting objects for motorcycles and the like according to claim 1, further comprising ports for recharging one or more internal rechargeable batteries (6) through the connection thereof to a power grid or to an external generator device.

8. The container for storing and transporting objects for motorcycles and the like according to claim 1, further comprising ports for connecting and recharging other electrical devices through an actual internal battery of the container.

9. The container for storing and transporting objects for motorcycles and the like according to claim 1, further comprising control electronics and a power supply housed in an inside casing (11) accessible from the inside of the container.

10. The container for storing and transporting objects for motorcycles and the like according to claim 7, wherein said external generator device comprises a small solar panel, a dynamo, or an alternator.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] As a complement to the description that will be provided herein, and for the purpose of helping to make the features of the invention more readily understandable, according to a preferred practical exemplary embodiment thereof, said description is accompanied by a set of drawings constituting an integral part thereof in which, by way of illustration and not limitation, the following is represented:

[0014] FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of a container for storing and transporting objects for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and the like, made according to the object of the present invention in an open position.

[0015] FIG. 2 shows a view similar to that of FIG. 1, but corresponding to an embodiment variant in which the control electronics of the device is internally isolated in a specific casing.

[0016] FIG. 3 shows a cross-sectional view of the container in a closed position.

[0017] FIG. 4 shows a cross-sectional view of the container in an open position.

[0018] Finally, FIG. 5 shows a cross-sectional view of the container with the security devices being seen.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0019] In view of the mentioned figures, it can be seen how the container of the invention is made up of a receptacle or container (1) per se, with a corresponding closure cover (2), this cover being hinged to the container by means of L-shaped arms (3) that are firmly joined at one end to the inside face of the cover and hinged at the opposite end, by means of hinge pins (5), with respect to respective brackets (4) projecting from the inside face of the container (1), such that, in a closed position, this entire assembly is perfectly concealed inside the device, being completely inaccessible, and therefore tamper-proof.

[0020] The device includes one or more supply batteries (6) powering the control electronics of an electronic lock (7) located on the inside face of the edge of the opening of the main body of the container (1) with respect to which a ratchet (8), likewise projecting from the inside face of the cover (2), engages, so in a closed situation, this assembly is likewise concealed and inaccessible from the outside.

[0021] The control electronics (9) of the lock (7) comprises coded radiofrequency communication means in order to allow blocking and unblocking the electronic lock (7), such that it can be operated through a mobile telephone, RFID card or chip, remote control, or any wireless means.

[0022] The system has a engaging security device (12) (13) as shown in FIG. 5 which is activated, as a result of a mechanical engagement, when the container is forced open. Said action of forcing the container open activates sensors which generate and send a signal to the system, automatically driving locking devices (8) which block the opening of the cover (2). The locking devices (8) can only be unblocked by passing the coded radiofrequency communication means being used. This device is inside the container, so it is impossible to manipulate same.

[0023] Said control electronics (9) can incorporate geolocation means, as well as an alarm circuit.

[0024] Although the device has been envisaged to include its own rechargeable batteries, having to that end at least one recharging port which may likewise be used for recharging other electronic devices when the battery is charged, the control electronics could likewise be powered by the actual battery of the vehicle, as well as by any other conventional recharging means, such that the lock is always locked in the event of an absence of electric supply.

[0025] Lastly, it must be pointed out that, as can be seen in FIG. 2, the control electronics and power supply can be arranged in an independent inside casing (11) that is only accessible from the inside of the device.