DESC:FIELD
The present disclosure relates to the field of to vehicle tools and accessories.
BACKGROUND
The background information herein below relates to the present disclosure but is not necessarily prior art.
In the automobile sector, a lot of emphasis is on designing vehicles with increased passenger space without compromising on boot space. Conventionally, vehicles are designed to offer sufficient space for passengers and at the same time reserve sufficient space for luggage in comparison to the space reserved for the passengers. This reserved space, also referred to as luggage compartment, is used for carrying luggage as well as vehicle accessories such as a tire, tool kit and other accessories. It was noticed that the tool kit, which is a must for every vehicle, consumes a significant portion of the luggage space thus leaving less space for passenger belongings and luggage. Further, a need was felt to package the tool kit in a vehicle zone that is easily accessible and which does not require intruding the luggage compartment.
There is, therefore, felt a need of an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle that alleviates the aforementioned drawbacks.
OBJECTS
Some of the objects of the present disclosure are described herein below:
One object of the present disclosure is to provide an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle.
Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle in an easily accessible manner.
Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle that has a simple configuration and is cost-effective.
Still another object of the present disclosure is to provide an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle without compromising on usable space.
Other objects and advantages of the present disclosure will be more apparent from the following description, which is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.
SUMMARY
The present disclosure envisages an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle. The arrangement comprises a base block and fastening means. The base block is attached to an operative lower portion of the luggage compartment of the vehicle. The base block has a slot configured thereon to receive the tool kit. A securing means is fastened to the wall of the luggage compartment in a spaced apart configuration with the base block. The securing means configured to secure the tool kit against the wall.
In an embodiment, the securing means includes a bracket fastened to the wall, a securing strap, and locking means. The securing strap is configured to extend from one end of the bracket. The locking means is attached to another end of the bracket. The locking means is configured to allow the strap to be locked thereto and be tethered to the tool kit.
In another embodiment, the securing means is configured in line with the base block.
In yet another embodiment, the securing strap is provided with a buckle lock at the free end thereof. The buckle lock is configured to be received in the locking means for securing the tool kit against the wall.
In still another embodiment, the securing strap is provided with Velcro at the free end thereof. The securing strap is configured to pass through the locking means and wind around the tool kit to secure the tool kit against the wall.
In another embodiment, the base block is a foam block.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ACCOMPANYING DRAWING
An arrangement, of the present disclosure, for securing a tool kit in a vehicle will now be described with the help of the accompanying drawing, in which:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERALS
100 – Arrangement
101 - Wall
102 – Tool kit
105 – Buckle lock
107 – Bracket
110 – Securing strap
115 – Base block
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Embodiments, of the present disclosure, will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawing.
Embodiments are provided so as to thoroughly and fully convey the scope of the present disclosure to the person skilled in the art. Numerous details are set forth, relating to specific components, and methods, to provide a complete understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to the person skilled in the art that the details provided in the embodiments should not be construed to limit the scope of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, well-known processes, well-known apparatus structures, and well-known techniques are not described in detail.
The terminology used, in the present disclosure, is only for the purpose of explaining a particular embodiment and such terminology shall not be considered to limit the scope of the present disclosure. As used in the present disclosure, the forms "a,” "an," and "the" may be intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly suggests otherwise. The terms "comprises," "comprising," “including,” and “having,” are open ended transitional phrases and therefore specify the presence of stated features, elements, units and/or components, but do not forbid the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
When an element is referred to as being “engaged to” another element, it may be engaged to the other element. As used herein, the term "and/or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed elements.
Terms such as "lower" may be used in the present disclosure to describe relationships between different elements as depicted from the figures.
An arrangement (100), of the present disclosure, for securing a tool kit (102) in a vehicle is now described in detail with respect to Figure 1.
The arrangement (100) comprises a base block (115) and securing means. The base block (115) is attached to an operative lower portion of the luggage compartment of the vehicle. The base block (115) has a slot (not specifically labelled in figures) configured thereon to receive the tool kit (102). The securing means is fastened on the wall (101) of the luggage compartment in a spaced apart configuration with the base block (115). The securing means is configured to secure the tool kit (102) against the wall (101).
In an embodiment, the arrangement (100) is provided between a rear quarter trim and left hand wheel house of the vehicle. As a result, the tool kit (102) occupies an accessible zone while avoiding intrusion in a luggage space of the vehicle. Further, the arrangement (100) consumes less space.
The base block (115) is configured to securely hold the tool kit (102) thereon. The base block (115) is further configured to arrest the vibration of the tool kit (102) when the vehicle is in motion. As a result, any noise that would have been otherwise created by the vibration of the tool kit (102) is restricted.
The securing means includes a bracket (107), a securing strap (110) and locking means (not specifically shown in figures). The bracket (107) is fastened to the wall. The securing strap (110) is configured to extend from one end of the bracket (107). The locking means attached to another end of the bracket (107). The locking means is configured to allow the strap (110) to be locked thereto in order and be tethered to the tool kit (102).
In an embodiment, the length of the securing strap (110) can be varied according to the dimensions of the tool kit (102) in order to secure the tool kit (102) against the wall (101). More specifically, the securing strap (110) can be tightened or loosened according to the dimensions of the tool kit (102).
In one embodiment, the securing strap (110) is provided with a buckle lock (105) at the free end thereof. The buckle lock (105) is configured to be received in the locking means, for securing the tool kit (102) against the wall (101). The buckle lock (105) is further configured to vary the length of the securing strap (110) and secure the tool kit (102) when engaged, or release the tool kit (102) when disengaged.
In another embodiment, securing strap (110) is provided with Velcro at the free end thereof. The securing strap (110) is configured to pass through the locking means. Further the securing strap (110) is wound around the tool kit (102) to secure the tool kit (102) against the wall (101).
The securing means is configured in line with the base block (115).
In an embodiment, the base block (115) is a foam block.
The arrangement (100) has a simple in configuration since few components are required for assembling. As a result, the arrangement (100) is cost-effective.
In an embodiment, the arrangement (100) is configured to receive a screw jack assembly. In another embodiment, the arrangement (100) is configured to securely hold a safety tool like a hammer or a wrench.
The foregoing description of the embodiments has been provided for purposes of illustration and not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. Individual components of a particular embodiment are generally not limited to that particular embodiment, but, are interchangeable. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the present disclosure, and all such modifications are considered to be within the scope of the present disclosure.
TECHNICAL ADVANCES AND ECONOMICAL SIGNIFICANCE
The present disclosure described herein above has several technical advantages including, but not limited to, the realization of an arrangement for securing a tool kit in a vehicle, that:
• in an easily accessible manner;
• has a simple configuration;
• is cost-effective; and
• consumes less space.
The foregoing disclosure has been described with reference to the accompanying embodiments which do not limit the scope and ambit of the disclosure. The description provided is purely by way of example and illustration.
The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.
The foregoing description of the specific embodiments so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the embodiments as described herein.
The use of the expression “at least” or “at least one” suggests the use of one or more elements or ingredients or quantities, as the use may be in the embodiment of the disclosure to achieve one or more of the desired objects or results.
Any discussion of devices, articles or the like that has been included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all of these matters form a part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.
While considerable emphasis has been placed herein on the components and component parts of the preferred embodiments, it will be appreciated that many embodiments can be made and that many changes can be made in the preferred embodiments without departing from the principles of the disclosure. These and other changes in the preferred embodiment as well as other embodiments of the disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the disclosure herein, whereby it is to be distinctly understood that the foregoing descriptive matter is to be interpreted merely as illustrative of the disclosure and not as a limitation.
,CLAIMS:WE CLAIM:
1. An arrangement (100) for securing a tool kit (102) in a vehicle, said arrangement (100) comprising:
• a base block (115) attached to an operative lower portion of the luggage compartment of said vehicle, said base block (115) having a slot configured thereon to receive said tool kit (102); and
• securing means fastened to the wall (101) of said luggage compartment in a spaced apart configuration with said base block (115), said securing means configured to secure said tool kit (102) against the wall (101).
2. The arrangement as claimed in claim 2, wherein said securing means includes:
• a bracket (107) fastened to the wall;
• a securing strap (110) extending from one end of said bracket (107); and
• locking means attached to another end of said bracket (107), said locking means configured to allow said strap (110) to be locked thereto and be tethered to said tool kit (102).
3. The arrangement as claimed in claim 1, wherein said securing means is configured in line with said base block (115).
4. The arrangement as claimed in claim 2, wherein said securing strap (110) is provided with a buckle lock (105) at the free end thereof, said buckle lock (105) configured to be received in said locking means for securing said tool kit (102) against the wall (101).
5. The arrangement as claimed in claim 2, wherein said securing strap (110) is provided with Velcro at the free end thereof, said securing strap (110) configured to pass through said locking means and wind around said tool kit (102) to secure said tool kit (102) against the wall (101).
6. The arrangement as claimed in claim 1, wherein the base block (115) is a foam block.