DE102005043610A1 - Monument for use in aircraft, has assembly modularly attached to base body and fastened at preset position of aircraft surface, and service unit e.g. snacks or fast-food vending machine attached at mounting surface of assembly - Google Patents

Abstract

The monument has a base body, and an assembly (1) modularly attached to the body. The assembly has a detachable module (9) and fastening units (10) to fasten the body at corresponding fastening units of an aircraft surface. The module includes an advertising medium, and the body is fastened at a preset position of the surface. Door units are modularly attached to the assembly. A service unit e.g. magazine or newspaper-vending machine, soft drinks vending machine, internet desk, ticket vending machine, and snacks or fast-food vending machine, is attached at a mounting surface of the assembly. An independent claim is also included for a method of operating a monument for an aircraft.

Description

technical area

The The present invention relates to a monument and a method for Operating a monument, as well as using the monument in an airplane.

background the invention

So far limited hosting passengers and selling merchandise in one Airplane on trolleys or on the on-board shop. This on-board service for the sale of merchandise and entertainment for passengers becomes exclusive operated by the airlines themselves. These are mobile means of transport, the so-called trolleys, in use, between the rows of seats of one Flight attendant in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the aircraft fuselage. The entertainment of the passengers and the sale of merchandise items are exclusively through made the flight attendant.

presentation the invention

It It is an object of the present invention to provide a device for Increase of the service offer for to create the passengers.

According to an exemplary embodiment The invention is a monument for an aircraft is provided which has a base body on which a modular Structure is attachable. The structure has at least one detachable module on, on the advertising medium are fastened. The monument also has attachable to the body Fasteners on. The fasteners on the main body of Monuments are to corresponding fasteners a airplane plane mounted in an aircraft, wherein the base body thus at a predetermined Place of an airplane surface is fastened.

According to one another exemplary embodiment The invention relates to a method for operating a monument for an aircraft created in a first step, a modular design with at least one detachable Module on a base body is attached and in a further step advertising to the releasable Module of the construction can be attached. In a further step will be the main body fastened by means of fastening elements, wherein the fastening elements at corresponding fasteners of an aircraft surface in one Airplane are attached. The main body is thus at a predetermined Place of an airplane surface attachable in an airplane.

According to one more another exemplary embodiment The invention is an aircraft with a monument with those described above Characteristics created.

According to one another exemplary embodiment The invention will be a monument with the features described above used in an airplane.

In an exemplary embodiment a flexible and modular monument is created, with the service offer for Passengers increased significantly and new sources of revenue for airlines can. The service offer for the passengers are raised, by at a certain point in the cabin of an aircraft provided with the aircraft floor firmly connected monument, with what an additional Animation program or an airline passenger service program can be. The monument of the invention can save space and flexible to specific attachment points in an aircraft be attached and thus adapts to different cabin layouts. In an exemplary embodiment the monument can offer the passenger new animation elements, such as additional TV or Internet access, or also service offers from possible external companies, such as drinks or snack machines. For this purpose, in an exemplary embodiment, the Monument for Be designed franchise uses. The monument is modular and thus can be quickly installed and removed. With a view to Changing franchise partners may be in an exemplary embodiment the monument in its composition, its color, its form and on the intended use will be adjusted.

According to one further exemplary embodiment The invention relates to the fastening elements of the monument according to aircraft-specific standards provided. According to one further exemplary embodiment the fasteners are dimensioned so with a Seat rail of an aircraft floor to be engaged.

The connection with the fastening elements according to the invention is provided flexibly and detachably in order to adjust the monument quickly and, if necessary, to disassemble and dismantle quickly. Thus, as needed during the turn-around times between two flights flexible and rapid exchange or adjustment and adjustment of the monument allows become.

According to one further exemplary embodiment the invention comprises the monument differently shaped advertising media, the on the detachable Module are attachable.

According to one further exemplary embodiment According to the invention, the structure of the monument has an opening and an interior with installation surfaces on. The installation surfaces can be designed such that various service facilities can be installed in the structure and through an opening are reachable.

According to one further exemplary embodiment The invention has the opening a window and a counter. The window offers one protection for the service facility inside the monument. With the additional attached Counter can created at the same time parking facilities become.

According to one further exemplary embodiment According to the invention, the monument has a first door element and a second door element on. By opening and closing the door elements can Thus, the space consumption of the monument can be made variable. For example, during the Take-off and landing phase of the aircraft the monument with closed Doors considerably space-saving and safer to be placed. Only during the Use of the service facility, the doors can be opened. This increases the safety aspect especially in critical take-off and landing phases, because of the space-saving Monuments a narrowing of the escape routes is avoided.

According to one another embodiment invention, the first door element, the second door element, the advertising medium or the installation area respectively have different geometric shapes, but these still can be attached to the body interchangeable. This can be flexible Responding to the respective requirements of the monument. On the one hand during a flight route the monument is used with a beverage dispenser, On the other hand, the service unit can be fast and flexible with animation devices equipped, such as a radio or a TV. Thus exists for the airline the possibility between the individual flight routes quickly to the respective needs to react. For example, if a flight is fully booked, it can Monument drinks or snack vending machines to relieve the service staff, while in a not booked flight entertainment facilities for entertainment serve the passengers. With it increased the quality and the service of an airline enormously.

According to one another embodiment According to the present invention, at least the first door element, the second door element, the advertising medium and the installation area modular or exchangeable be attached to the body. This increases the variability the area of application of the monument, allowing for different needs and requirements can be reacted flexibly and quickly.

According to one another embodiment of the present invention, the first door element, the second door element, the at least one detachable module, the installation area and the advertising medium Connecting elements on. According to one another embodiment the present invention, the connecting elements of the Group consisting of Velcro fasteners, connectors, magnetic connections, Stapling compounds, adhesive bonds, turn-up joints, screw connections and welded joints selected. Depending on the application can very flexible fasteners are selected to make the monument extremely fast and easy adapt flexibly to the respective conditions of use. In critical Areas where high vibrations prevail or safety aspects are very relevant, is also a solid permanent connection element, such as a welded joint, possible.

According to one another embodiment of the present invention comprises the first door element and the second door element releasable Modules for applying advertising media. With this, informational notes, such as information about safety precautions, the distribution of emergency exits, Menus or advertising elements are applied. Thus, can the respective airline use the monument very flexibly, to provide the passenger with targeted information.

According to one another embodiment of the Invention has at least one of the first door elements and the second door elements Installation surfaces on. Thus, in addition to the structure also the first and / or the second door element equipped with service units. For example, a Variety of products to be selectable in the monument and at one of the door elements the payment device are used. This is by means of Use of functional door elements a complete self-service procedure provided.

According to a further exemplary embodiment of the present invention, at least one service unit can be attached to at least one of the installation surfaces. According to another aspect of the invention, the service unit may be selected from the group consisting of a magazine and newspaper machine, a vending machine, an information machine, an Internet desk, a ticket machine, a fast food vending machine and a snack vending machine. With the above exemplary listing, each airline can respond very flexibly to the particular needs of the passengers and the individual flight routes. Especially for long-haul flights passengers can thus with various foods, for example, from a fast-food vending machine, operate without burdening the flight crew in addition. This allows every airline to significantly improve its service offering.

According to one another embodiment The present invention may be applied to at least one of the installation surfaces Screen device can be installed. By means of this embodiment According to the present invention, the animation program can be implemented in one Improved aircraft and increased customer satisfaction.

According to one another embodiment The present invention has at least one of the group consisting of the structure, the first door element, the second door element, the detachable module and the advertising medium Lighting elements for generating light effects and light reflections on. With this embodiment it is possible, to focus the attention of the passengers on the monument and At the same time the monument in its design benefits the environment of the Cabin to fit. About that can out the advertising media highlighted by the various franchisees.

According to one another embodiment of the Monuments are the advertising medium from the group consisting of posters, slides, company-specific geometric shapes and characters selected. Thus, the airline to call attention to specific products as needed and the advertising exchange flexibly and quickly.

According to one further exemplary embodiment of the method is at least one step in a further step the group consisting of the first door element, the second door element, the detachable Module and the advertising medium attached to the structure by means of connecting elements.

According to one another embodiment of the method, in a further step, at least one installation surface at least one of the group consisting of the first door element, the second door element and the structure modular, flexible and detachable attached.

According to one another embodiment of the method are in a further step, the first and second Door elements, which are attached to a structure, disassembled and then in another step, third and fourth door elements to the same structure mounted, wherein the third and fourth door elements to the disassembled first and second door elements have different geometric shapes. These process steps can by the flexible connecting elements are made possible. This can a monument can be flexibly and variably remodeled. The third and fourth door elements can the same or different characteristics as the first and second door elements exhibit. Thus, for example, in a very short time the franchisee be changed so that the airline possibility yields the monument for to lease certain routes to franchisees.

According to one further exemplary embodiment of the method is in a further step, an advertising medium to the at least one detachable Module of the first door element and the second door element applied.

According to one another embodiment of the Method is attached to at least one installation surface a service unit.

According to one further exemplary embodiment of the method is in a further step to at least one mounting surface a screen device attached.

According to one further exemplary embodiment of the process in a further step light effects or Light reflections on at least one of the group consisting of the structure, the first door element, the second door element, the detachable Module and the advertising medium generated.

The monument according to the invention thus provides an extremely space-saving and flexible device with which the service and information facilities in an aircraft can be significantly improved. The monument can be installed and removed extremely quickly to be able to react between the flight routes to the respective space needs. Furthermore, an offer extension is created for on-board service, so that a much higher customer satisfaction can be achieved. This is achieved on the one hand by the possibility that additional animation devices can be flexibly mounted and on the other hand, the on-board personnel can be relieved by additional service facilities, such as food vending machines or vending machines. The use of another example The embodiment of the monument also offers the passengers the possibility of moving to the monuments, so that the movement of the passengers can reduce health risks such as, for example, the risk of thrombosis. In addition, the self-determination and the individuality of the passenger can be significantly increased by built in the monument service facilities, by freely using the service products at his discretion. In addition, by attaching animation units, such as TVs, the passenger can be better maintained. In the example of an Internet portal, the passenger can be provided with more information. In addition, this monument gives the respective airline a much higher customer satisfaction and the possibility of additional sources of revenue. Above all, due to the modularity of the structure and the large number of possible combinations, various franchisees can be approached who can rent the monument. The flexible and rapid conversion of the modular monument allows it to be quickly adapted to different franchisees between turn-around times and without complicated cabin layout changes, so that the monument can be leased to different franchisees on individual routes.

The Embodiments of the device also apply to the method and the aircraft also for the use and vice versa.

Short description the drawings

in the Below, for further explanation and understanding of the present invention embodiments with reference to the attached Drawings closer described. It shows:

1 a monument according to the present invention;

2 a schematic representation of the monument with a first and a second door element;

3 a schematic three-dimensional representation of the monument with a first and second door element and a structure to which a service machine is attached;

4 shows a further exemplary embodiment of the invention, the door elements have different geometric shapes;

5 shows another exemplary embodiment of the present invention with flexible replaceable media and service facilities;

6 to 8th show further schematic embodiments of the present invention;

9 shows the monument according to the invention during the cruise in the active state;

10 shows the monument according to the invention during the take-off and landing phase of an aircraft in the inactive state;

11 and 12 show a spatial representation of possible mounting options of the present invention in a cabin layout.

detailed Description of Exemplary Embodiments

Same or similar Components in different figures are given the same reference numerals Mistake.

The Representation in the figures are schematic and not to scale.

1 shows a monument for an aircraft, which has a base body to which a structure 1 is appropriate. On the construction 1 is at least one detachable module 9 attached, on the advertising medium 12 can be attached. Furthermore, fasteners 10 represented, by means of which the basic body can be fastened to corresponding fastening elements of an aircraft surface in an aircraft. The base body is fastened at a predetermined location of an aircraft.

In 1 is still an opening 8th with a counter 7 shown. Through another opening 8th' For example, an operator may provide certain services from inside the monument through the opening at the counter 7 to offer. For example, animation programs for children, such as puppet shows, running or giveaways or other offers of travel destination can be offered.

2 shows a schematic representation of the present invention, wherein the monument of the invention in addition to the structure 1 attached first and second door element 2 . 2 ' having. The door elements 2 . 2 ' are movably attached. Significantly less space can be saved in the respective closed state, while in the open state in the door elements 2 . 2 ' further service facilities 4 can be installed, so that the functional scope over the structure 1 can be extended.

3 shows a spatial representation of the monument according to the invention with a structure 1 and the first and second door members 2 . 2 ' , Furthermore, the fasteners 10 can be seen, with which the body of the monument can be advantageously connected to any position of the aircraft with corresponding mounting units on the aircraft. In this embodiment, the fastening elements 10 for example, be mounted in the same rails in the aircraft floor, in which the aircraft seats are attached. This creates a cost-effective attachment option, since no further adjustments to the aircraft must be made.

Furthermore, in the doors 2 . 2 ' Mounting areas 5 attached to which other service facilities 4 can be installed. In the embodiment of 3 is a service facility 4 on the construction 1 attached. For example, the service facility 4 represent a snack or fast food vending machine, wherein in the first door element 2 Napkins or cutlery and on the second door element 2 ' Other accessories or additional products, such as ketchup or mayo, etc., may be available. Thus, a comprehensive and flexible monument can be created with which even larger service chains or service processes can be implemented.

4 shows a further embodiment of the present invention, wherein the structure 1 a service facility 4 for snack foods. The first and second door element 2 ' . 2 has a different geometric shape, as the door elements, for example in 2 , on. About the same fasteners 13 as in 2 , the geometrically differently shaped door elements can 2 and 2 ' out 4 or 5 to the construction 1 be attached. This makes it possible to respond flexibly to the needs and scope of the monument.

This is also in 5 clearly, when compared to 4 the advertising media 12 have been exchanged. Thus, each airline can react flexibly to different contractors and open up further sources of revenue. The different advertising media 12 Despite their different geometrical shape, they can be flexibly connected to the detachable modules 9 the door elements 2 . 2 ' , for example via fasteners 13 to be attached.

6 to 8th show further embodiments of the present invention, in which three monuments with a structure 1 , a body and with fasteners 10 are shown in their advertising medium 12 differ. The monuments have an opening 9 on. By means of a mounting surface, a screen device can be attached. This improves the animation program during the flight.

9 shows an exemplary cabin layout in which the monument of the invention is installed. 9 shows the monument in use, ie the first and second door element 2 and 2 ' are opened. The customer or passenger is now free to move to the monument and use the service or service offered. The expansion of the offer can increase passenger satisfaction. With the possibility of using such a monument, the individuality and self-determination of the passenger is improved, which is reflected in the customer satisfaction.

In 10 the monument is displayed in the closed state or inactive state. It will be apparent that the door elements 2 . 2 ' are closed and thus the space required by the monument is reduced. Especially in critical phases, as in the take-off and landing phase, thus more space can be created for escape routes and also reduces the risk of injury to the sharp edges and corners of an open monument.

11 and 12 further show a spatial representation of a cabin layout in which the monument is mounted according to the present invention. Especially in modern aircraft, such as in the Airbus model A380, these additional service units, such as the monument according to the invention, can be installed in the cabin due to the larger space available and thus open up a wide range of services to the customer.

Complementary to point out that "comprising" no other elements or excludes steps and "one" or "one" does not exclude a multitude. Further It should be noted that features or steps with reference to one of the above embodiments have been described, also in combination with other features or steps of other embodiments described above can. Reference signs in the claims are not as a limitation to watch.

Claims (26)

Monument for use in an aircraft, comprising: a base body, a modular one of the base body ( 1 ) attachable structure ( 1 ) with at least one detachable module ( 9 ), Fasteners ( 10 ), for fixing the body to corresponding attachment elements of an aircraft surface in an aircraft, wherein the at least one detachable module ( 9 ) an advertising medium ( 12 ), wherein the base body is attachable to a predetermined location of an aircraft surface in an aircraft. Monument according to claim 1, wherein the fastening elements ( 10 ) are dimensioned to be in engagement with a seat rail of an aircraft floor. Monument according to claim 1 or 2, further comprising an advertising medium ( 12 ) attached to the at least one detachable module ( 9 ) is attachable. Monument according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the structure ( 1 ) an opening ( 8th ) and an interior with installation surfaces ( 5 ) having. Monument according to claim 4, wherein the opening ( 8th ) a window and a counter ( 7 ) having. Monument according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising a first door element ( 2 ) and a second door element ( 2 ' ). Monument according to one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one of the group consisting of the first door element ( 2 ), the second door element ( 2 ' ), the advertising medium ( 12 ) and the installation surface ( 5 ) modular exchangeable to the structure ( 1 ) is attachable. Monument according to claim 6 or 7, wherein at least one of the group consisting of the first door element ( 2 ), the second door element ( 2 ' ), the detachable module ( 9 ) of the installation surface ( 5 ) and the advertising medium ( 12 ) Connecting elements ( 13 ) having. Monument according to claim 8, wherein the connecting elements ( 13 ) are selected from the group consisting of Velcro, connectors, magnetic connections, stapling, adhesive bonds, turn-up, screw and welded joints. Monument according to one of claims 6 to 9, wherein at least one of the group consisting of the first door element ( 2 ) and the second door element ( 2 ' ) Installation areas ( 5 ) having. Monument according to one of claims 4 to 10, wherein on at least one of the installation surfaces ( 5 ) a service unit ( 4 ) is attached. Monument according to claim 11, wherein the service unit ( 4 ) is selected from the group consisting of a magazine and newspaper machine, a vending machine, an information machine, an Internet desk, a ticket machine, a fast food vending machine and a snack machine. Monument according to one of claims 4 to 12, wherein on at least one of the installation surfaces ( 5 ) a screen device ( 14 ) is attached. Monument according to one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one of the group consisting of the structure ( 1 ), the first door element ( 2 ), the second door element ( 2 ' ), the detachable module ( 9 ) and the advertising medium ( 12 ) Has lighting elements for generating light effects and light reflections. Monument according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the advertising medium ( 12 ) is selected from the group consisting of posters, transparencies, company-specific geometric shapes and characters. A method of operating a monument for an aircraft, the method comprising the steps of: mounting a modular structure ( 1 ) with at least one detachable module ( 9 ) to a base body, attaching advertising media ( 12 ) to the detachable module ( 9 ) of the structure ( 1 ), Fixing the base body by means of fastening elements ( 10 ), which fasten the base body to corresponding fastening elements of an aircraft surface in an aircraft, wherein the base body can be fastened to a predetermined position of the aircraft surface in an aircraft. The method of claim 16, further comprising the step of: securing the body of the monument to a seat track in an aircraft, wherein the fasteners ( 10 ) of the monument are sized to engage the seat rail of the aircraft floor. The method of claim 16 or 17, further comprising the step of attaching at least one of the group consisting of the first door member (16). 2 ), the second door element ( 2 ' ), the detachable module and the advertising medium ( 12 ) to the structure ( 1 ) by means of connecting elements ( 13 ). Method according to one of claims 17 to 18, further comprising the step: modular attachment of at least one installation surface ( 5 ) at least one of the group consisting of the first door element ( 2 ), the second door element ( 2 ' ) and the structure ( 1 ). Method according to one of claims 18 or 19, further comprising the step: disassembling the on the structure ( 1 ) mounted first door element and second door element ( 2 . 2 ' ), Mounting a third door element and a fourth door element to the structure ( 1 ), wherein the third and fourth door element to the dismantled first and second door elements ( 2 . 2 ' ) have different geometric shapes. A method according to any one of claims 16 to 20, further comprising the step of placing advertising media ( 12 ) on detachable modules ( 9 ) on the first door element ( 2 ) and the second door element ( 2 ' ) are mounted. The method of any one of claims 16 to 21, further comprising the step of attaching a service device ( 4 ) on at least one installation surface ( 5 ). The method of any one of claims 16 to 22, further comprising the step of attaching a display device ( 14 ) on at least one installation surface ( 5 ). A method according to any of claims 16 to 23, further comprising the step of generating light effects or reflections in at least one of the group consisting of the structure ( 1 ), the first door element ( 2 ), the second door element ( 2 ' ), the detachable module and the advertising medium ( 12 ). Aircraft with a monument according to claims 1 to 15. Use of the monument according to one of claims 1 to 15 in an airplane.