WO2020190933A1 - Composant d'intérieur de véhicule - Google Patents

Composant d'intérieur de véhicule Download PDF

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WO2020190933A1
WO2020190933A1 PCT/US2020/023133 US2020023133W WO2020190933A1 WO 2020190933 A1 WO2020190933 A1 WO 2020190933A1 US 2020023133 W US2020023133 W US 2020023133W WO 2020190933 A1 WO2020190933 A1 WO 2020190933A1
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scent
cartridge
valve
state
outlet
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Michael Robert Catlin
Thomas Scott Hodgson
Weining Song
Shane M VORAC
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Shanghai Yanfeng Jinqiao Automotive Trim Systems Co Ltd
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Shanghai Yanfeng Jinqiao Automotive Trim Systems Co Ltd
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Priority claimed from CN202020189673.7U external-priority patent/CN212098347U/zh
Application filed by Shanghai Yanfeng Jinqiao Automotive Trim Systems Co Ltd filed Critical Shanghai Yanfeng Jinqiao Automotive Trim Systems Co Ltd
Priority to CN202310898208.9A priority Critical patent/CN116923055A/zh
Priority to EP20774853.4A priority patent/EP3941539A4/fr
Priority to CN202080013248.5A priority patent/CN113423440B/zh
Publication of WO2020190933A1 publication Critical patent/WO2020190933A1/fr
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Priority to US17/463,496 priority patent/US11679648B2/en
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Priority to US18/120,994 priority patent/US20230211651A1/en
Priority to US18/211,238 priority patent/US20230331069A1/en
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60H—ARRANGEMENTS OF HEATING, COOLING, VENTILATING OR OTHER AIR-TREATING DEVICES SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PASSENGER OR GOODS SPACES OF VEHICLES
    • B60H3/00—Other air-treating devices
    • B60H3/0007—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen
    • B60H3/0014—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen characterised by the location of the substance adding device
    • B60H3/0028—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen characterised by the location of the substance adding device on or near an air outlet
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
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    • A61L2209/00—Aspects relating to disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air
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    • A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60H—ARRANGEMENTS OF HEATING, COOLING, VENTILATING OR OTHER AIR-TREATING DEVICES SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PASSENGER OR GOODS SPACES OF VEHICLES
    • B60H3/00—Other air-treating devices
    • B60H3/0007—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen
    • B60H2003/0064—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen adding more than one substance

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  • the present invention relates to a vehicle interior component.
  • the present invention relates to a vehicle interior component comprising a scent dispensing apparatus.
  • a vehicle interior component comprising an improved scent-dispensing apparatus/module with at least one cartridge containing scent media; the apparatus/module may comprise an improved fit/interconnection
  • the cartridge with scent media may be
  • the present invention relates to a component for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior
  • a scent-dispensing apparatus comprising a module providing an inlet and an outlet.
  • the module may comprise an enclosure configured for at least one scent-dispensing cartridge providing scent media; the module may comprise an actuator configured to actuate at least one scent-dispensing cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge may comprise a first scent-dispensing cartridge and a second scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured to provide the scent-dispensing apparatus with (a) a bypass state with the first scent-dispensing cartridge in a sealed state and the second scent dispensing cartridge in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent dispensing cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent-dispensing cartridge in the sealed state; (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent-dispensing cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent-dispensing cartridge in the sealed state.
  • the actuator may comprise an actuation mechanism comprising (a) an actuator for the first scent-dispensing cartridge; (b) an actuator for the second scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam shaft configured to (a) actuate the first scent-dispensing cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the first scent-dispensing cartridge toward the outlet; (b) actuate the second scent-dispensing cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the second scent-dispensing cartridge toward the outlet.
  • the cam shaft may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state.
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise (a) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the first scent-dispensing cartridge; (b) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the second scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the component may comprise a latch configured for (a) a latched state to secure the first scent-dispensing cartridge; (b) an unlatched state to present the first scent-dispensing cartridge for replacement.
  • the component may comprise a plunger configured to present the first scent-dispensing cartridge for replacement in response to movement of the latch from the latched state to the unlatched state.
  • the component may comprise a cover configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the actuator When the cover is in the open state, the actuator may be configured for at least one of (a) an inaccessible state with the first scent-dispensing cartridge in an inaccessible position and the second scent-dispensing cartridge in an inaccessible position; (b) a first accessible state actuating the first scent-dispensing cartridge in an accessible position for replacement with the second scent-dispensing cartridge in the inaccessible position; (c) a second accessible state actuating the second scent-dispensing cartridge in an accessible position for replacement with the first scent-dispensing cartridge in the inaccessible position.
  • the component may comprise a cover configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge; the cover may comprise the outlet.
  • the apparatus may comprise an inlet duct to the inlet and an outlet duct to the outlet; the inlet duct may be separated from the outlet duct within the module of the apparatus; a cover may be configured to form the outlet duct.
  • the component may comprise a fan configured to provide air flow between the inlet and the outlet.
  • the component may comprise a bypass duct; the fan may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet; (b) through the bypass duct; (c) through the outlet.
  • the fan may be configured for a high speed state and a low speed state; the high speed state may be configured to provide high intensity scent dispersion; the low speed state may be configured to provide low intensity scent dispersion.
  • the actuator may comprise a mechanism configured to (a) rotate in a first direction to actuate the first scent-dispensing cartridge and (b) rotate in a second direction generally opposite the first direction to actuate the second scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured for (a) a default state with the first scent dispensing cartridge in a sealed state and the second scent-dispensing cartridge in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent-dispensing cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent-dispensing cartridge in the sealed state; (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent-dispensing cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent dispensing cartridge in the sealed state.
  • the actuator may comprise a shaft configured to (a) actuate the first scent-dispensing cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the first scent-dispensing cartridge toward the outlet;
  • the shaft may be configured for (a) a first position to provide the first actuation state; (b) a second position to provide the second actuation state; (c) a third position to provide the default state; the first position may comprise an extended position; the second position may comprise a retracted position; the third position may comprise a middle position.
  • the actuator may be configured to compress a spring of the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge to actuate the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow air flow through the scent media toward the outlet.
  • the component may comprise a motor for the actuator; the actuator may comprise an actuation mechanism comprising a shaft; the module may be configured to provide (a) a default state with a first scent-dispensing cartridge in a sealed state and a second scent-dispensing cartridge in a sealed state and (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent-dispensing cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent-dispensing cartridge in the sealed state and (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent-dispensing cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent-dispensing cartridge in the sealed state; the motor may be configured to move the shaft between (a) a first position to provide the first actuation state; (b) a second position to provide the second actuation state; (c) a third position to provide the default state; the first position may comprise an extended position; the second position may comprise a retracted position; the third position may comprise a middle position.
  • the shaft may be configured to translate to actuate an actuator to rotate to actuate the first scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the actuator may comprise a seesaw mechanism; the seesaw mechanism may comprise an arm comprising (a) an actuator for a first scent-dispensing cartridge; (b) an actuator for a second scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the seesaw mechanism may comprise a motor and a shaft; the motor may be configured to move the shaft at an end of the arm to rotate the arm.
  • the actuator may comprise an arm configured to rotate to actuate the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge; the actuator may comprise a motor configured to pull the arm toward the motor to actuate a first scent-dispensing cartridge; the motor may be configured to push the arm to actuate a second scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the module may comprise a cover configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the cover may comprise at least one of (a) an outlet for the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge or (b) a magnet configured to couple the cover and the module or (c) a mesh configured to conceal the at least one scent dispensing cartridge and allow air flow to the outlet or (d) a cover structure for the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge configured to form an outlet chamber for the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the module may comprise an inlet chamber between the inlet and the outlet; the inlet chamber may be separated from the outlet within the enclosure of the module; the actuator may be adjacent to the inlet.
  • the actuator may comprise a mechanism configured to actuate a valve arrangement for the at least one scent-dispensing cartridge; the mechanism may comprise a slider arrangement configured to provide cam action to open the valve arrangement for the unsealed state and to close the valve arrangement for the sealed state.
  • the component may comprise a user interface configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one scent-dispensing cartridge for actuation and/or for selection of intensity of scent from at least one scent-dispensing cartridge.
  • the at least one scent dispensing cartridge may comprise at least one interchangeable cartridge for use in the module in a vehicle interior; at least one interchangeable cartridge may be removed and replaced in the module; selection of at least one interchangeable cartridge may provide selection of scent media; actuation of at least one interchangeable cartridge may facilitate the selection of scent from scent media in at least one interchangeable cartridge for the vehicle interior.
  • the component may comprise at least one of: (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console; (d) a center console.
  • the at least one cartridge may comprise a cartridge system comprising a cartridge; the cartridge may comprise a body comprising an inlet port and an outlet port and a chamber configured to contain scent media; the valve assembly may comprise a flow control element configured to facilitate air flow for the cartridge; the flow control element of the valve assembly may be configured to control air flow for the cartridge into the inlet port across scent media in the chamber and from the outlet port; so that the flow control element when open is configured to facilitate air flow across scent media in the chamber of the body and when closed is configured to provide a seal of air flow to scent media in the chamber of the body.
  • the present invention also relates to a cartridge system for a scent-dispensing apparatus providing an inlet and an outlet configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior
  • a cartridge comprising a body comprising an inlet port and an outlet port and a chamber configured to contain scent media
  • a valve assembly comprising a flow control element configured to facilitate air flow for the cartridge.
  • the flow control element of the valve assembly may be configured to control air flow for the cartridge into the inlet port across scent media in the chamber and from the outlet port so that the flow control element when open may be configured to facilitate air flow across scent media in the chamber of the body and when closed may be configured to provide a seal of air flow to scent media in the chamber of the body.
  • the seal may comprise an air-tight leak-proof seal.
  • the cartridge may comprise a cap for the body; the cap may be configured to be removed to provide scent media into the chamber.
  • the valve assembly may be configured for (1) an enclosed state to provide a seal at the inlet port and a seal at the outlet port and (2) a pass through state to provide flow of air through the inlet port across scent media through the outlet port.
  • the flow control element of the valve assembly may comprise a valve.
  • the flow control element of the valve assembly may comprise the valve and a seal configured for at least one of (1) to prevent air flow through the inlet port and/or (2) to prevent air flow through the outlet port.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves; the seal may comprise a set of seals.
  • the valve may comprise a valve for the inlet port and a valve for the outlet port; the seal may comprise a seal for the inlet port and a seal for the outlet port.
  • the valve assembly may comprise a valve mechanism comprising a valve for the inlet port and a valve for the outlet port.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a spring configured to facilitate operation of at least one of (a) the valve for the inlet port or (b) the valve for the outlet port.
  • the valve for the inlet port may be configured to move relative to the valve for the outlet port.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a spring configured to compress to actuate the valve mechanism from a sealed state to prevent air flow across the scent media in the cartridge to an open state to allow air flow across the scent media in the cartridge.
  • the valve assembly may comprise an inlet valve and an outlet valve.
  • the inlet valve may be configured to move relative to the outlet port (a) to provide air flow from the inlet port across scent media in the chamber to the outlet port when open and (b) to provide a seal of scent media in the chamber of the body when closed.
  • the inlet valve may be configured to move the outlet valve to provide flow of air across scent media through the outlet port.
  • the inlet valve may be configured to provide the inlet port and the outlet valve may be configured to provide the outlet port.
  • the cartridge may comprise the valve assembly; the valve assembly may comprise the inlet valve and the outlet valve.
  • the valve assembly may be configured to be actuated to an unsealed state for air flow from the inlet to the outlet; scent may be dispensed from the cartridge by air flow through the inlet valve and across scent media in the chamber and through the outlet valve when the valve assembly is in the unsealed state.
  • the cartridge may comprise a tag for data; data may comprise information.
  • the present invention also relates to a system configured to dispense scent by air flow across scent media into a vehicle interior comprising a module comprising an inlet and an outlet and configured to dispense scent through actuation of a valve mechanism.
  • the module may be configured to contain at least one cartridge comprising scent media.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a flow control element between the inlet and the outlet and configured to control air flow across scent media in at least one cartridge so that the module may be configured to dispense scent by air flow into the inlet and across scent media in at least one cartridge and from the outlet into the vehicle interior.
  • the system may comprise at least one cartridge and an actuation mechanism configured to actuate the valve mechanism; the at least one cartridge may comprise a valve configured to be actuated by the valve mechanism.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a set of valves.
  • the at least one cartridge may be removable from the module; the at least one cartridge may be replaceable within the module.
  • the at least one cartridge may comprise a set of cartridges; the set of cartridges may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media to provide a first scent and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media to provide a second scent; the valve mechanism may comprise a first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and a second valve assembly for the second scent cartridge.
  • the system may comprise an actuation mechanism for the valve mechanism; the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and a valve of the second valve assembly for the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise at least one of (a) a cam mechanism; (b) a cam mechanism operated by a controller.
  • the system may comprise an actuation mechanism for the valve mechanism; the at least one cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media and a second valve assembly; the valve mechanism may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam mechanism configured to actuate the valve mechanism.
  • the cam mechanism may be configured to selectively open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the cam mechanism may be configured to selectively open and close a set of valves of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a set of valves of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may be operated by a controller and configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism to open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the system may comprise a fan configured to provide air flow through the module; the valve mechanism may comprise at least one valve; the fan may be configured to provide air flow through the at least one valve.
  • the system may comprise a set of cartridges comprising a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media to provide a first scent and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media to provide a second scent;
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism to open and close a valve of a first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of a second valve assembly for the second scent cartridge;
  • a fan may be configured to provide air flow for the module;
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to direct air flow through the valve of the first valve assembly into the first scent cartridge and/or through the valve of the second valve assembly into the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam mechanism configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism to open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the module may be configured to provide the first scent during air flow through the first scent cartridge and the second scent during air flow through the second scent cartridge.
  • the first scent cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the second scent cartridge and the second scent cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the first scent cartridge.
  • the first valve assembly may comprise a set of valves; the second valve assembly may comprise a set of valves.
  • the system may comprise a control system for the module; the control system may comprise a controller for the module; the controller may be configured to operate at least one of the actuation mechanism and/or a fan.
  • the controller may be operated through a user interface.
  • the system may be operated in a vehicle by a process comprising the steps of: (a) activating a user interface for the module; (b) detecting a cartridge in the module; the user interface of the module may comprise control of at least one of (1) selection of scent; (2) operation of a fan; (3) display of information; (4) replacement of a cartridge; (5) cancel of a command; (6) shut off of the module.
  • the system may comprise at least one cartridge; the at least one cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media and a second valve assembly; the valve mechanism may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism.
  • the system may be configured to provide the first scent during air flow through the first scent cartridge and the second scent during air flow through the second scent cartridge; the first scent cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the second scent cartridge and the second scent cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the first scent cartridge.
  • the system may be operated by a process comprising the step of obtaining data from the vehicle for a controller of the module; the data may comprise data from the vehicle interior; the step of detecting a cartridge may comprise obtaining data from an identification tag on the at least one cartridge.
  • the system may comprise an interface; the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface.
  • the system may comprise a vehicle interior component comprising the module.
  • the present invention also relates to a cartridge for a component for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior
  • a body providing a chamber configured to contain scent media and a valve mechanism.
  • the body may comprise an inlet port and an outlet port to facilitate air flow across scent media in the chamber; the valve mechanism may be configured to be actuated between a sealed position to prevent air flow for scent media in the chamber and an open position to facilitate air flow for scent media in the chamber.
  • the cartridge may be configured for installation into a scent dispensing apparatus for the vehicle interior comprising a module providing an inlet and an outlet and an actuator for the valve mechanism; so that when the valve mechanism is actuated to the open position by the actuator of the module scent is dispensed by air flow into the inlet of the module across scent media in the chamber from the outlet of the module into the vehicle interior.
  • the actuator of the module may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism to the sealed position to prevent scent from being dispensed from the chamber into the vehicle interior.
  • the body may comprise a cap and a bottom; the cap and the bottom comprise an outlet port and an inlet port.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve and a seal between the inlet port and the outlet port; at least one of the valve or the seal may be configured to seal at least one of (1) the inlet port to prevent passage of air through the inlet port; (2) the outlet port to prevent passage of air through the outlet port.
  • the valve may comprise a valve for the inlet port and a valve for the outlet port; the seal may comprise a seal for the inlet port and a seal for the outlet port.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a member to couple the valve for the inlet port to the valve for the outlet port.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a spring configured to bias the valve mechanism to the sealed position; the spring may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism moves from the sealed position to the open position.
  • the present invention relates to a system configured to dispense scent into a vehicle interior comprising a module comprising an inlet and an outlet and configured to dispense scent through actuation of a valve mechanism; and an actuation mechanism for the module.
  • the module may be configured to contain at least one cartridge comprising scent media so that the scent from the scent media is dispensed at the outlet of the module into the vehicle interior.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise at least one valve configured as a flow control element between the inlet and the outlet.
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism.
  • the system may comprise at least one cartridge.
  • the at least one cartridge may comprise a valve configured to be actuated by the valve mechanism.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a set of valves.
  • the at least one cartridge may be removable from the module.
  • the at least one cartridge may be replaceable within the module.
  • the at least one cartridge may comprise a set of cartridges.
  • the set of cartridges may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media to provide a first scent and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media to provide a second scent.
  • the set of cartridges may comprise a third scent cartridge comprising third scent media to provide a third scent.
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism; the valve mechanism may comprise a first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and a second valve assembly for the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the first scent cartridge and the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate a valve of the first valve assembly and a valve of the second valve assembly.
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam mechanism.
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam mechanism operated by a controller.
  • the at least one cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media and a second valve assembly;
  • the valve mechanism may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly;
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam mechanism configured to actuate the valve mechanism.
  • the cam mechanism may be configured to selectively open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the cam mechanism may be configured to selectively open and close a set of valves of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a set of valves of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may be operated by a controller and configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism to open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the system may comprise a fan configured to provide air flow through the module.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise at least one valve; the fan may be configured to provide air flow through at least one valve.
  • the system may comprise at least one cartridge; the at least one cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media and a second valve assembly; the valve mechanism may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism.
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism to open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge; a fan may be configured to provide air flow through the valve of the first valve assembly into the first scent cartridge and through the valve of the second valve assembly into the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam mechanism configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism to open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge; a fan may be configured to provide air flow through the valve of the first valve assembly into the first scent cartridge and through the valve of the second valve assembly into the second scent cartridge.
  • the system may be configured to provide the first scent during air flow through the first cartridge and the second scent during air flow through the second cartridge.
  • the first cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the second cartridge and the second cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the first cartridge.
  • the first valve assembly may comprise a set of valves; the second valve assembly may comprise a set of valves.
  • the first valve assembly may comprise a set of valves; the second valve assembly may comprise a set of valves.
  • the system may comprise a control system for the module.
  • the control system may comprise a controller for the module.
  • the controller may be configured to operate the actuation mechanism.
  • the controller may be configured to operate the fan.
  • the controller may be operated through a user interface.
  • the system may comprise a user interface for the module.
  • the system may be operated in a vehicle by a process comprising the steps of: (a) activating a user interface for the module;
  • the user interface of the module may comprise control of at least one of (1) selection of scent; (2) operation of a fan; (3) display of information; (4) replacement of a cartridge; (5) cancel of a command; (6) shut off of the module.
  • the system may comprise at least one cartridge; the at least one cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media and a second valve assembly; the valve mechanism may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism.
  • the fan may be configured to provide air flow through the valve of the first valve assembly into the first scent cartridge and through the valve of the second valve assembly into the second scent cartridge.
  • the system may be configured to provide the first scent during air flow through the first cartridge and the second scent during air flow through the second cartridge.
  • the first cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the second cartridge and the second cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the first cartridge.
  • the system may be operated by a process further comprising the step of obtaining data from the vehicle for the controller of the module; the data may comprise data from the vehicle interior.
  • the at least one cartridge may comprise an identification tag; data may comprise data from the identification tag.
  • the system may comprise an interface; the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface.
  • the system may comprise a power supply for the actuation mechanism.
  • the system may comprise a vehicle interior component comprising the module.
  • the vehicle interior component may comprise at least one of (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console.
  • the present invention relates to a component for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior and may comprise an inlet; an outlet; an enclosure configured for at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement providing scent media (e.g. media contained within the body of the cartridge); and an actuator configured to actuate at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement between a sealed state and an unsealed state (e.g. through a valve arrangement configured to open and close).
  • the at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement may comprise a first scent-containing cartridge arrangement and a second scent-containing cartridge arrangement.
  • the at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement may comprise a third scent-containing cartridge arrangement.
  • the at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement may comprise a fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement.
  • the actuator may be configured for (a) a bypass state with the first scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state and the second scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state and the third scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state and the fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent-containing cartridge arrangement in an unsealed state with the second scent-containing cartridge arrangement in the sealed state and the third scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state and the fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement in the sealed state; (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent-containing cartridge arrangement in an unsealed state with the first scent-containing cartridge arrangement and the third scent-containing cartridge arrangement in the sealed state and the fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement in the sealed state;
  • the actuator/mechanism may comprise a motor and a slider arrangement and may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state; (d) a position to provide the third actuation state; (e) a position to provide the fourth actuation state.
  • the actuator may comprise (a) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the first cartridge arrangement; (b) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the second cartridge arrangement; (c) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the third cartridge arrangement; (d) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the fourth cartridge arrangement.
  • the component may comprise a latch configured for (a) a latched state to secure the at least one cartridge arrangement; (b) an unlatched state to present the at least one cartridge arrangement for replacement.
  • the component may comprise at least one plunger and at least one spring configured to present the at least one cartridge arrangement for replacement.
  • the component may comprise a catch.
  • the latch may be configured to secure the at least one cartridge arrangement at the catch.
  • the actuator/mechanism may comprise a motor and a cam shaft and may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state; (b) a position to provide an actuation state.
  • the actuator may be configured to rotate to operate a valve arrangement for a cartridge arrangement.
  • the cartridge may comprise an inlet port and an outlet port.
  • the inlet port may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge and the outlet port may be positioned at a rear surface of the cartridge.
  • the inlet port may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge and the outlet port may be positioned at a top surface of the cartridge generally opposite the bottom surface of the cartridge.
  • the inlet port may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge and the outlet port may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge.
  • the present invention relates to a component for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior comprising an inlet; an outlet; an enclosure configured for at least one scent cartridge providing scent media; and an actuator configured to actuate at least one scent cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the at least one scent cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge and a second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured for (a) a bypass state with the first scent cartridge in a sealed state and the second scent cartridge in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent cartridge in the sealed state; (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent cartridge in the sealed state.
  • the actuator may comprise (a) an actuator for the first scent cartridge; (b) an actuator for the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may comprise a cam shaft configured to (a) actuate the first scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the first scent cartridge toward the outlet; (b) actuate the second scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the second scent cartridge toward the outlet.
  • the cam shaft may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state.
  • the component may comprise a cover configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent cartridge; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent cartridge.
  • the actuator When the cover is in the open state, the actuator may be configured for at least one of (a) an inaccessible state with the first scent cartridge in an inaccessible position and the second scent cartridge in an inaccessible position; (b) a first accessible state actuating the first scent cartridge in an accessible position for replacement with the second scent cartridge in the inaccessible position; (c) a second accessible state actuating the second scent cartridge in an accessible position for replacement with the first scent cartridge in the inaccessible position.
  • the component may comprise a spring configured to move the first scent cartridge and the second scent cartridge to an accessible position for replacement in response to movement of the cover from the closed state to the open state.
  • the cover may be configured to compress the spring in the closed state.
  • the component may comprise a release mechanism configured to move the at least one scent cartridge to an accessible position for replacement in response to an external force applied to at least one scent cartridge when the cover is in the open state.
  • the component may comprise a cover configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent cartridge; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent cartridge; the cover may comprise the outlet.
  • the component may comprise an inlet duct and an outlet duct. The inlet duct may be separated from outlet duct by the enclosure.
  • the component may comprise a cover for the at least one scent cartridge; the cover may be configured to form the outlet duct.
  • the actuator may be positioned at an end of the inlet duct.
  • the component may comprise a fan.
  • the fan may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet duct; (b) through scent media of the at least one scent cartridge; (c) through the outlet duct; (d) to the outlet.
  • the component may comprise a bypass duct; the fan may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet duct; (b) through the bypass duct; (c) through the outlet duct; (d) to the outlet.
  • the fan may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet duct; (b) through the bypass duct and through scent media of the at least one scent cartridge; (c) through the outlet duct; (d) to the outlet.
  • the fan may be configured for at least one of (a) an off state; (b) an on state.
  • the fan may be configured for (a) a high speed state; (b) a low speed state to provide (1) a high intensity scent dispersion; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion.
  • the fan may be positioned at an end of the inlet duct.
  • the actuator may be configured to compress a spring of the at least one scent cartridge to actuate the at least one scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through the scent media toward the outlet.
  • the component may comprise at least one of: (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console; (d) a center console.
  • the present invention relates to a system for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior comprising an inlet and an outlet and an enclosure configured for at least one cartridge providing scent media and an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state and a user interface.
  • the user interface may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge for actuation; the user interface may be configured for selection of intensity of scent from at least one cartridge.
  • the present invention relates to an apparatus for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior.
  • the apparatus may comprise an inlet and an outlet and a chamber configured for at least one scent cartridge providing scent media and an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state; scent is dispensed from the outlet by selection of the at least one cartridge.
  • the present invention relates to a module for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge into air in a vehicle interior comprising an enclosure configured for at least one interchangeable scent-dispensing cartridge comprising scent media and an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge to dispense scent and an interface between the at least one cartridge and the enclosure; the chamber is configured so that at least one cartridge can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge; the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface.
  • the present invention relates to a cartridge system for a scent-dispensing apparatus configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior.
  • the cartridge system may comprise a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media and a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port and an outlet port; the valve assembly may be configured to provide flow of air from the inlet port across scent media to the outlet port when open and to provide a seal of the chamber of the body when closed.
  • the cartridge system may comprise a tag for data/information.
  • the seal may comprise an air-tight leak- proof seal.
  • the cartridge system may further comprise a cap for the body to be removed to fill/refill the chamber of the body with scent media.
  • the present invention relates to a component for a vehicle interior providing an inlet and an outlet configured for an open position to allow passage of air from the inlet to the outlet and a closed position to prevent passage of air from the inlet to the outlet.
  • the component may comprise an enclosure; a screen within the enclosure; a valve mechanism within the enclosure; and scent media within the enclosure; the valve mechanism may be configured to move within the enclosure between a sealed position and an open position.
  • the enclosure may comprise a cap and a bottom.
  • the cap may comprise one of the outlet; the inlet; the bottom may comprise the other of the outlet; the inlet.
  • One of (a) the cap; (b) the bottom may comprise the outlet and the inlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve and a seal; at least one of (a) the valve; (b) the seal may be configured to seal at least one of (1) the inlet to prevent passage of air through the inlet; (2) the outlet to prevent passage of air through the outlet.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves; the seal may comprise a set of seals.
  • the valve may comprise a valve for the inlet and a valve for the outlet; the seal may comprise a seal for the inlet and a seal for the outlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a stem configured couple movement of the valve for the inlet; the valve for the outlet; the seal for the inlet; the seal for the outlet.
  • the valve for the inlet may be configured to move relative to the valve for the outlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a spring for the inlet and a spring for the outlet. At least one of (a) the spring for the inlet; (b) the spring for the outlet may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism moves from the sealed position to the open position. The spring for the inlet and the spring for the outlet may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism moves from the sealed position to the open position.
  • the valve mechanism may be configured for movement to a transitional position to (1) allow passage of air through the inlet and (2) prevent passage of air through the outlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a spring configured to bias the valve mechanism in the sealed position. The spring may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism moves from the sealed position to the open position.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve.
  • the spring may be configured to bias the valve.
  • the valve may be configured to compress the spring.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves.
  • the screen may comprise at least one aperture. The screen may be configured to position the scent media.
  • the open position may comprise a gapped position.
  • the present invention relates to a cartridge system for a scent-dispensing apparatus configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior
  • a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media
  • a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port and an outlet port.
  • the valve assembly may be configured for (1) an enclosed state to provide a seal at the inlet port and a seal at the outlet port; (2) a transitional state to provide a seal at one of the inlet port and the outlet port and to provide flow of air through the other of the inlet port and the outlet port; (3) a pass-through state to provide flow of air through the inlet port across scent media through the outlet port.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve and a seal; at least one of (a) the valve; (b) the seal may be configured to seal at least one of (1) the inlet to prevent passage of air through the inlet; (2) the outlet to prevent passage of air through the outlet.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves; the seal may comprise a set of seals.
  • the valve may comprise a valve for the inlet and a valve for the outlet; the seal may comprise a seal for the inlet and a seal for the outlet.
  • the valve for the inlet may be configured to move relative to the valve for the outlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a spring for the inlet and a spring for the outlet.
  • At least one of (a) the spring for the inlet; (b) the spring for the outlet may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism moves from the enclosed state to the transitional state.
  • the spring for the inlet and the spring for the outlet may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism moves from the enclosed state to the pass-through state.
  • the present invention relates to a cartridge system for a scent-dispensing apparatus configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior comprising: (a) a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media; (b) a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port and an outlet port.
  • the valve assembly may comprise an inlet valve configured to provide the inlet port and an outlet valve configured to provide the outlet port.
  • the inlet valve may be configured (1) to move relative to the outlet port to provide flow of air from the inlet port across scent media to the outlet port when open and (2) to provide a seal of the chamber of the body when closed.
  • the inlet valve may be configured to move the outlet valve to provide flow of air across scent media through the outlet port.
  • the present invention relates to a cartridge system for a scent-dispensing apparatus configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior
  • a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media
  • a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port and an outlet port.
  • the valve assembly may comprise an inlet valve configured to provide the inlet port and an outlet valve configured to provide the outlet port.
  • the body may comprise an inlet section and an outlet section.
  • the inlet valve may be configured (1) to move relative to the outlet port to provide flow of air from the inlet port across scent media to the outlet port when open and (2) to provide a seal of the chamber of the body when closed.
  • the inlet valve may be configured to move the outlet valve to provide flow of air across scent media through the outlet port.
  • the inlet section may comprise the chamber for scent media and the outlet section may comprise an outlet chamber.
  • the outlet section may comprise the outlet valve.
  • the inlet section may comprise the inlet valve.
  • the present invention relates to a component for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet; an outlet; an enclosure configured for at least one scent cartridge providing scent media; and an actuator configured to actuate at least one scent cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the at least one scent cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge and a second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may comprise (a) an actuator for the first scent cartridge; (b) an actuator for the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured to (a) rotate in a first direction to actuate the first scent cartridge and (b) rotate in a second direction generally opposite the first direction to actuate the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured for (a) a default state with the first scent cartridge in a sealed state and the second scent cartridge in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent cartridge in the sealed state; (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent cartridge in the sealed state.
  • the actuator may comprise a shaft configured to (a) actuate the first scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the first scent cartridge toward the outlet; (b) actuate the second scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the second scent cartridge toward the outlet.
  • the shaft may be configured for (a) a first position to provide the first actuation state; (b) a second position to provide the second actuation state; (c) a third position to provide the default state.
  • the first position may comprise an extended position; the second position may comprise a retracted position; the third position may comprise a middle position.
  • the component may comprise a motor configured to move the shaft between the first position; the second position; the third position.
  • the shaft may be configured to translate to actuate an actuator to rotate to actuate the first scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may comprise a seesaw mechanism.
  • the seesaw mechanism may comprise an arm comprising (a) an actuator for the first scent cartridge; (b) an actuator for the second scent cartridge.
  • the seesaw mechanism may comprise a motor and a shaft; the motor may be configured to move the shaft at an end of the arm to rotate the arm.
  • the actuator may comprise an arm configured to rotate to actuate the at least one scent cartridge.
  • the at least one scent cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge and a second scent cartridge; the actuator may comprise a motor configured to pull the arm toward the motor to actuate the first scent cartridge; the motor may be configured to push the arm to actuate the second scent cartridge.
  • the component may comprise a cover configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent cartridge; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent cartridge.
  • the cover may comprise a mesh configured to conceal the at least one scent cartridge and allow air to pass through the outlet.
  • the cover may comprise the outlet.
  • the cover may comprise a magnet configured to couple the cover and the enclosure.
  • the component may comprise an inlet chamber.
  • the inlet chamber may be separated from the outlet by the enclosure.
  • the component may comprise a cover for the at least one scent cartridge; the cover may be configured to form the outlet.
  • the actuator may be positioned at an end of the inlet chamber.
  • the component may comprise a fan.
  • the fan may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet chamber; (b) through scent media of the at least one scent cartridge; (c) through the outlet.
  • the fan may be configured for at least one of (a) an off state; (b) an on state.
  • the fan may be configured for (a) a high speed state; (b) a low speed state to provide (1) a high intensity scent dispersion; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion.
  • the fan may be positioned at an end of the inlet chamber.
  • the fan may comprise a first fan and a second fan.
  • the fan may be configured for (1) a high intensity scent dispersion with the first fan on and the second fan on; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion with the first fan on and the second fan off.
  • the at least one scent cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge, a second scent cartridge, a third scent cartridge and a fourth scent cartridge; the first fan may be configured to direct air through scent media of the first scent cartridge and through scent media of the second scent cartridge; the second fan may be configured to direct air through scent media of the third scent cartridge and through scent media of the fourth scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured to compress a spring of the at least one scent cartridge to actuate the at least one scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through the scent media toward the outlet.
  • the component may comprise at least one of: (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console; (d) a center console; (e) a cup holder; (f) a module configured to mount within a cupholder.
  • the present invention relates to a system for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet; an outlet; an enclosure configured for at least one cartridge providing scent media; an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state; and a user interface.
  • the user interface may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge for actuation.
  • the user interface may be configured for selection of intensity of scent from at least one cartridge.
  • the present invention relates to an apparatus for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet; an outlet; a chamber configured for at least one scent cartridge providing scent media; and an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the scent may be dispensed from the outlet by selection of the at least one cartridge.
  • the present invention relates to a module for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an enclosure configured for at least one interchangeable scent-dispensing cartridge comprising scent media; an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge to dispense scent; and an interface between the at least one cartridge and the enclosure.
  • the chamber may be configured so that at least one cartridge can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge.
  • the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface.
  • the present invention relates to a system for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet; an outlet; an enclosure configured for at least one cartridge providing scent media; a valve mechanism configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state; and a user interface.
  • the user interface may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge for actuation.
  • the present invention relates to an apparatus for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet; an outlet; a chamber configured for at least one scent cartridge providing scent media; and a valve mechanism configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the scent may be dispensed from the outlet by selection of the at least one cartridge.
  • the present invention relates to a module for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge into air in a vehicle interior
  • a module for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge into air in a vehicle interior
  • the chamber may be configured so that at least one cartridge can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge; the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise an actuator.
  • the valve mechanism may be configured to be operated by a power supply.
  • the interface may comprise a user interface for a vehicle component.
  • the valve mechanism may be configured to be operated by the user interface.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve arrangement.
  • FIGURES 1A and IB are schematic perspective views of a vehicle providing an interior according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 2 is a schematic perspective view of a vehicle interior with a component comprising an apparatus/module for dispensing scent from a scent-dispensing
  • FIGURE 3 is a schematic diagram of media for a cartridge for an apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 4 is a schematic diagram of a cartridge for an apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 5A and 5B are schematic diagrams of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 6A is a schematic perspective view of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 6B and 6C are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 7A is a schematic perspective view of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 7B is a schematic perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 8A and 8B are schematic perspective views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 8C is a schematic rear view of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 8D and 8E are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 9A and 9B are schematic perspective views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 9C and 9D are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 10A through 10D are schematic perspective views of a
  • FIGURES 11 A and 1 IB are schematic section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 11C and 11D are schematic partial section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 12A is a schematic exploded perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 12B and 12C are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 13A and 13B are schematic perspective views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 13C is a schematic perspective exploded view of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 14A through 14F are schematic front views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 15A through 15F are schematic section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 16A and 16B are schematic perspective views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 16C is a schematic exploded perspective view of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 17A and 17B are schematic section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 17C and 17D are schematic partial section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 18A and 18B are schematic perspective views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 18C and 18D are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 19A and 19B are schematic exploded perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 20 is a schematic exploded partial perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 21 A through 21C are schematic section views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 22A through 22C are schematic side views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 22D is a schematic section view of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 23A through 23C are schematic front views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 24A through 24C are schematic section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 25A through 25C are schematic front views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 26A through 26C are schematic front views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 27A and 27B are schematic system diagrams according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 28A and 28B are schematic perspective views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 28C and 28D are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 28E is a schematic exploded perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 29A through 29C are schematic side views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 30A and 30B are schematic section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 31A and 3 IB are schematic front views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 32A and 32B are schematic section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 33A through 33D are schematic front views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 34A and 34B are schematic perspective views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 34C and 34D are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 35 is a schematic exploded perspective view of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 36A through 36C are schematic front views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 37A through 37C are schematic section views of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 38A and 38B are schematic system diagrams according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 39A and 39B are schematic perspective views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 39C and 39D are schematic exploded perspective views of an
  • FIGURE 40 is a schematic exploded partial perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 41 A through 4 ID are schematic section views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 42A is a schematic perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 42B and 42C are schematic partial perspective views of an
  • FIGURE 42D is a schematic exploded perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 42E is a schematic exploded partial perspective view of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 43A through 43D are schematic section views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 44A and 44B are schematic section views of an apparatus/system for dispensing scent with a cartridge according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 45A through 45D are schematic diagrams of a system comprising a component/apparatus for dispensing scent from a scent-dispensing cartridge/system according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURE 46 is a schematic flow diagram of operation of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • FIGURES 1A, IB and 2 a vehicle VX providing an interior/interior space I is shown schematically according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • the vehicle interior may comprise a component C configured to dispense scent SN from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior.
  • Component C may comprise a scent-dispensing apparatus SD.
  • Component C may comprise an enclosure for an apparatus/system for dispensing scent SN configured with a cartridge CG that may contain scent media M to provide a scent SN (e.g. scented air comprising air containing/infused with scent media in a concentration to be perceptible) in the vehicle interior (e.g. when the apparatus with cartridge is actuated/in operation); the apparatus for dispensing scent SN may be configured for installation/assembly into component C.
  • Component C may be configured for installation/assembly into a console (shown as floor console FC, overhead console OC, etc.) or panel (shown as instrument panel IP) or other trim panel/component.
  • the vehicle interior I may comprise a component C comprising an apparatus/module SD for dispensing scent from a scent-dispensing cartridge CG; the cartridge CG for the
  • apparatus/module may comprise scent media M and a flow control element such as a valve mechanism/valve V and an information/data tag TG; scent SN is dispensed by airflow from inlet IN across scent media M to outlet OT. See FIGURES 3 and 4.
  • the system/component C with module/apparatus SD for dispensing scent may comprise a user interface UI to operate a control system/controller for an actuator for selection/operation of each cartridge CG and a fan FN.
  • FIGURES 45A-45D Schematic diagrams of a system comprising a component/apparatus for dispensing scent from a scent-dispensing cartridge/system according to an exemplary embodiment
  • FIGURE 46 schematic flow diagram of operation of a component/apparatus for dispensing scent according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • the vehicle interior I may comprise the component C with scent-dispensing apparatus/module SD; as indicated schematically each cartridge CG containing scent media SM is fit within the apparatus/module SD with a fit/interconnection arrangement/interface for each cartridge so that scent from the scent media can be dispensed conveniently and effectively (e.g as selected and/or without leakage) from a selected cartridge/scent media through the component into an interior space such as a vehicle interior; each cartridge may be removable/replaceable in the module/apparatus. See also FIGURE 5A-5B, 45A-45D and 46.
  • the component for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent in a vehicle interior may comprise a scent-dispensing apparatus comprising a module configured for at least one scent dispensing cartridge (removable/replaceable) containing scent media. See FIGURES 2 and 4.
  • an actuator may be configured to operate the module in a bypass mode or for selection/actuation of a cartridge; a selected cartridge may be actuated from a sealed state to prevent airflow through scent media to an unsealed state to allow airflow across/through scent media and from the outlet of the module into the vehicle interior.
  • the actuator may comprise a mechanism (e.g.
  • each cartridge may comprise a valve mechanism actuated by the actuator; each mechanism may comprise a spring. See e.g. FIGURES 27A-27B, 38A- 38B and 45A-45D.
  • the module may comprise a fan to provide airflow.
  • the component may provide a user interface.
  • a vehicle interior component C may comprise a system comprising a module SD configured to dispense scent into the vehicle interior space; the module may comprise an inlet IN and an outlet OT and configured to dispense scent from scent media M in a cartridge CG through actuation of a valve mechanism V/VM; and an actuation mechanism AC for the module.
  • the module may be configured to contain at least one cartridge comprising scent media so that the scent from the scent media is dispensed at the outlet of the module into the vehicle interior;
  • the valve mechanism may comprise at least one valve configured as a flow control element (e.g. valve/seal, etc.) between the inlet and the outlet;
  • the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism.
  • each cartridge may comprise a valve configured to be actuated by the valve mechanism; the valve mechanism may comprise a set of valves; each cartridge may be removable from the module; the at least one cartridge may be replaceable within the module. See e.g. FIGURE 46.
  • the at least one cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media and a second valve assembly;
  • the valve mechanism may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly;
  • the cartridge system CG may comprise a set of cartridges;
  • the set of cartridges may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media to provide a first scent and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media to provide a second scent;
  • the set of cartridges may comprise a third scent cartridge comprising third scent media to provide a third scent.
  • the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism VM/V ; the valve mechanism may comprise a first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and a second valve assembly for the second scent cartridge; the actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the first scent cartridge and the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate a valve of the first valve assembly and a valve of the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism may comprise a cam mechanism (e.g. operated by a controller). See e.g.
  • the module with actuation mechanism may be configured to selectively open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge; the mechanism may be configured to selectively open and close a set of valves of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a set of valves of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge. See e.g.
  • the at least one scent- containing cartridge arrangement CG may comprise a first scent-containing cartridge arrangement CGI and a second scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG2.
  • the at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG may comprise a third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3.
  • the at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG may comprise a fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG4.
  • Actuator AC may be configured for (a) a bypass state with first scent-containing cartridge arrangement CGI in a sealed state and second scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG2 in a sealed state and third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3 in a sealed state and fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG4 in a sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14B and 15B; (b) a first actuation state actuating first scent- containing cartridge arrangement CGI in an unsealed state with second scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG2 in the sealed state and third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3 in a sealed state and fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG4 in the sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14C and 15C; (c) a second actuation state actuating second scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG2 in an unsealed state with first scent-containing cartridge arrangement CGI and third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3 in the sealed state and fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG4 in the sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14D and
  • Actuator/mechanism AC may comprise a motor MR and a slider arrangement SL as shown schematically in FIGURE 13C and may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14A, 14B, 15A and 15B; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14C and 15C; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14D and 15D; (d) a position to provide the third actuation state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14E and 15E; (e) a position to provide the fourth actuation state as shown schematically in FIGURES 14F and 15F.
  • Actuator AC may comprise (a) a cam/follower arrangement CM1/CF1 to operate a valve arrangement for first cartridge arrangement CGI; (b) a cam/follower arrangement CM2/CF2 to operate a valve arrangement for second cartridge arrangement CG2; (c) a cam/follower arrangement CM3/CF3 to operate a valve arrangement for third cartridge arrangement CG3; (d) a cam/follower arrangement CM4/CF4 to operate a valve arrangement for fourth cartridge arrangement CG4.
  • Component C may comprise a latch L/L1/L2/L3/L4 configured for (a) a latched state to secure the at least one cartridge arrangement CG/CG1 as shown schematically in FIGURE 10B; (b) an unlatched state to present the at least one cartridge arrangement CG/CG1 for replacement as shown schematically in FIGURE 10D.
  • Component C may comprise at least one plunger P/P1/P2/P3/P4 and at least one spring SG1/SG2/SG3/SG4 configured to present the at least one cartridge arrangement CG/CG1 for replacement as shown schematically in FIGURE 10D. See also FIGURE 13C.
  • Component C may comprise a catch CH as shown schematically in FIGURE 12B. Latch L/L1/L2/L3/L4 may be configured to secure the at least one cartridge arrangement CG at catch CH.
  • Actuator/mechanism AC may comprise a motor MR and a cam shaft CS as shown schematically in FIGURE 16C and may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state as shown schematically in FIGURES 17A and 17C; (b) a position to provide an actuation state as shown schematically in FIGURES 17B and 17D.
  • Actuator AC may be configured to rotate to operate a valve arrangement for a cartridge arrangement CG as shown schematically in FIGURES 17A-17D.
  • Cartridge CG may comprise an inlet INX and an outlet OTX. As shown
  • inlet INX may be positioned at a bottom surface of cartridge CG and outlet OTX may be positioned at a rear surface of cartridge CG.
  • inlet INX may be positioned at a bottom surface of cartridge CG and outlet OTX may be positioned at a top surface of cartridge CG generally opposite the bottom surface of cartridge CG.
  • inlet INX may be positioned at a bottom surface of cartridge CG and outlet OTX may be positioned at a bottom surface of cartridge CG.
  • a component C for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent SN from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior may comprise an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one scent cartridge CG providing scent media M; and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one scent cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the at least one scent cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge CGI and a second scent cartridge CG2.
  • Actuator AC may be configured for (a) a bypass state with first scent cartridge CGI in a sealed state and second scent cartridge CG2 in a sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURES 23B and 24B ; (b) a first actuation state actuating first scent cartridge CGI in an unsealed state with second scent cartridge CG2 in the sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURES 23C and 24C; (c) a second actuation state actuating second scent cartridge CG2 in an unsealed state with first scent cartridge CGI in the sealed state.
  • Actuator AC may comprise (a) an actuator AC1 for first scent cartridge CGI; (b) an actuator AC2 for second scent cartridge CG2.
  • Actuator AC may comprise a cam shaft CS configured to (a) actuate first scent cartridge CGI from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media M of first scent cartridge CGI toward outlet OT as shown schematically in FIGURES 23A-23C and 24A-24C; (b) actuate second scent cartridge CG2 from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media M of second scent cartridge CG2 toward outlet OT.
  • Cam shaft CS may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state as shown schematically in FIGURES 23B and 24B; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state as shown schematically in FIGURES 23C and 24C; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state.
  • Component C may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent cartridge CG as shown schematically in FIGURES 18B, 22D, 23A-23C, 24 A- 24C and 25A; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent cartridge CG as shown schematically in FIGURES 18A, 22A, 22C, 25B, 25C, 26A and 26B.
  • actuator AC When cover CV is in the open state, actuator AC may be configured for at least one of (a) an inaccessible state with first scent cartridge CGI in an inaccessible position and second scent cartridge CG2 in an inaccessible position as shown schematically in FIGURE 25B ; (b) a first accessible state actuating first scent cartridge CGI in an accessible position for replacement with second scent cartridge CG2 in the inaccessible position as shown schematically in FIGURES 25C and 26A-26C; (c) a second accessible state actuating second scent cartridge CG2 in an accessible position for replacement with first scent cartridge CGI in the inaccessible position.
  • Component C may comprise a spring configured to move first scent cartridge CGI and second scent cartridge CG2 to an accessible position for replacement in response to movement of cover CV from the closed state to the open state.
  • Cover CV may be configured to compress the spring in the closed state.
  • Component C may comprise a release mechanism configured to move the at least one scent cartridge CG to an accessible position for replacement in response to an external force applied to the at least one scent cartridge CG when cover CV is in the open state.
  • Component C may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent cartridge CG; (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent cartridge CG; cover CV may comprise outlet OT.
  • Component C may comprise an inlet duct ID and an outlet duct OD.
  • Inlet duct ID may be separated from outlet duct OD by enclosure EN as shown schematically in FIGURE 23 A.
  • Component C may comprise a cover CV for the at least one scent cartridge CG; cover CV may be configured to form outlet duct OD.
  • Actuator AC may be positioned at an end of inlet duct ID.
  • Component C may comprise a fan FN. Fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to inlet duct ID; (b) through scent media M of the at least one scent cartridge CG; (c) through outlet duct OD; (d) to outlet OT.
  • Component C may comprise a bypass duct BD.
  • Fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to inlet duct ID; (b) through bypass duct BD; (c) through outlet duct OD; (d) to outlet OT.
  • Fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to inlet duct ID; (b) through bypass duct BD and through scent media M of the at least one scent cartridge CG; (c) through outlet duct OD; (d) to outlet OT.
  • Fan FN may be configured for at least one of (a) an off state; (b) an on state.
  • Fan FN may be configured for (a) a high speed state; (b) a low speed state to provide (1) a high intensity scent dispersion; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion.
  • Fan FN may be positioned at an end of inlet duct ID.
  • Actuator AC may be configured to compress a spring SG of the at least one scent cartridge CG to actuate the at least one scent cartridge CG from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through the scent media M toward outlet OT as shown schematically in FIGURE 24C.
  • Component C may comprise a motor MR.
  • Component C may comprise at least one of (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console; (d) a center console.
  • the cartridge CG may be configured in a form to fit within the apparatus for use and removal/replacement (e.g. to alter/change the scent, to replace/refill, etc.) with the scent-dispensing apparatus; the cartridge CG may comprise a container for data/information shown schematically as tag TG (e.g. label, RFID tag, data tag, transmitter, etc. for tracking, matching, monitoring, authenticating,
  • tag TG e.g. label, RFID tag, data tag, transmitter, etc.
  • the cartridge may comprise a chamber/body B configured to contain scent media M (e.g. material such as beads, solids, particulate matter, liquid/fluid, wick, etc. to be included at assembly /filling).
  • scent media M e.g. material such as beads, solids, particulate matter, liquid/fluid, wick, etc. to be included at assembly /filling.
  • the cartridge CG may be configured to contain scent media M and to provide a fit/interconnection arrangement comprising an operative interface to the scent-dispensing apparatus SD so that scent SN from the scent media M can be dispensed selectively and effectively into the interior space of the vehicle (e.g. at the direction of the vehicle occupant, vehicle control system, etc.).
  • the cartridge/assembly CG may comprise a body B with a cap CP (shown as removable/replaceable for filling of chamber/body with scent media) and a core CR (shown as comprising a screen/divider) and a valve assembly V (shown as comprising a flow control mechanism).
  • the valve assembly may comprise flow control elements shown as valve/member and seal with a spring SG (and core/stem ST) configured to be selectively actuated to regulate/control flow of air through inlet/port INX and outlet/port OTX for the dispenser/cartridge (e.g. to provide a generally fluid-tight/leak-proof seal when closed and to provide an effective flow path for air between inlet ITX though chamber/media M within body B of cartridge CG to outlet OTX to infuse the air with scent SN when opened).
  • valve assembly V/VA/VB of the cartridge/assembly CG is closed (e.g. not actuated to open) flow may be obstructed into and out of the chamber/body of the cartridge containing media M (e.g. cartridge is sealed by flow control elements).
  • valve assembly V/VA/VB of the cartridge/assembly CG is open (e.g.
  • scent media M e.g. as scented air with scent SN of scent media
  • outlet OTX e.g. as scented air with scent SN of scent media
  • air flow e.g. air supply into the apparatus SD passively and/or actively such as by fan, vacuum/pressure, etc.
  • scent SN e.g. dispensed to include a scent SN in a concentration intended to be perceptible within the air/ambient environment to occupants of the vehicle. See also FIGURE 1C.
  • a component C for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent SN from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior may comprise an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG providing scent media M (e.g. media contained within the body of the cartridge); and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state (e.g. through a valve arrangement VA/VB configured to open and close).
  • the at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG may comprise a first scent-containing cartridge arrangement CGI and a second scent- containing cartridge arrangement CG2.
  • the at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG may comprise a third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3.
  • Actuator AC may be configured for (a) a bypass state with first scent-containing cartridge arrangement CGI in a sealed state and second scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG2 in a sealed state and third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3 in a sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURES 31 A, 32A and 33 A; (b) a first actuation state actuating first scent-containing cartridge arrangement CGI in an unsealed state with second scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG2 in the sealed state and third scent- containing cartridge arrangement CG3 in a sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURES 3 IB, 32B and 33B; (c) a second actuation state actuating second scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG2 in an unsealed state with first scent-containing cartridge arrangement CGI and third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3 in the sealed state as shown schematically in FIGURE 33C; (d) a third actuation state actuating third scent-containing cartridge arrangement CG3 in an unsealed state with first scent-containing cartridge arrangement C
  • Actuator/mechanism AC may comprise a motor MR and slider arrangement SL and may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state as shown schematically in FIGURES 31A and 32A; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state as shown schematically in FIGURES 3 IB and 32B; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state; (c) a position to provide the third actuation state. See also FIGURES 33A-33D.
  • Actuator AC may comprise (a) a cam/follower arrangement CM1/CF1 to operate a valve arrangement VA1/VB1 for first cartridge arrangement CGI; (b) a cam/follower arrangement CM2/CF2 to operate a valve arrangement VA2/VB2 for second cartridge arrangement CG2; (c) a cam/follower arrangement CM3/CF3 to operate a valve arrangement VA3/VB3 for third cartridge arrangement CG3.
  • Actuator AC may comprise a shaft configured to (a) actuate first cartridge arrangement CGI from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media M of first cartridge arrangement CGI toward outlet OT as shown schematically in FIGURES 31A-31B and 32A-32B; (b) actuate second cartridge arrangement CG2 from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media M of second cartridge arrangement CG2 toward outlet OT.
  • Component C may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one cartridge arrangement CG as shown schematically in FIGURES 8B, 28B,
  • first cartridge arrangement CGI, second cartridge arrangement CG2 and third cartridge arrangement CG3 may be accessible for replacement.
  • Component C may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one cartridge arrangement CG as shown schematically in FIGURES 28B, 30A, 30B, 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B and 33A-33D; (b) an open state to expose the at least one cartridge arrangement CG as shown schematically in FIGURES 28A, 29A and 29B.
  • Component C may comprise an inlet duct ID and an outlet duct OD. Inlet duct ID may be separated from outlet duct OD by enclosure EN as shown schematically in FIGURE 31 A. Component C may comprise a cover CV for the at least one cartridge arrangement CG. Actuator AC may be positioned at an end of inlet duct ID. Component C may comprise a fan FN as shown schematically in FIGURE 8C. Fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to inlet duct ID; (b) through scent media M of the at least one cartridge arrangement CG; (c) through outlet duct OD; (d) to outlet OT.
  • Fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to inlet duct ID; (b) through scent media M of the at least one cartridge arrangement CG; (c) through outlet duct OD; (d) to outlet OT.
  • Fan FN may be configured for at least one of (a) an off state; (b) an on state.
  • Fan FN may be configured for (a) a high speed state; (b) a low speed state to provide (1) a high intensity scent dispersion; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion.
  • Fan FN may be positioned at an end of inlet duct ID.
  • Actuator AC may be configured to compress a spring SG of the at least one cartridge arrangement CG to actuate the at least one cartridge arrangement CG from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through the scent media M toward outlet OT as shown schematically in FIGURES 3 IB and 32B.
  • Component C may comprise a motor MR as shown schematically in FIGURE 31 A.
  • Component C for the scent dispensing apparatus SD may comprise at least one of (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console; (d) a center console.
  • a component C for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior may comprise: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one scent cartridge CG/CG1/CG2/CG3/CG4 providing scent media; and an actuator AC/AC1/AC2/AC3/AC4 configured to actuate at least one scent cartridge between a sealed state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36A and 37A) and an unsealed state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36B, 36C, 37B and 37C).
  • the at least one scent cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge CGI and a second scent cartridge CG2.
  • the actuator may comprise (a) an actuator AC1 for the first scent cartridge; (b) an actuator AC2 for the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured to (a) rotate in a first direction to actuate the first scent cartridge (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36C and 37C) and (b) rotate in a second direction generally opposite the first direction to actuate the second scent cartridge (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36B and 37B).
  • the actuator may be configured for (a) a default state with the first scent cartridge in a sealed state and the second scent cartridge in a sealed state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36A and 37A); (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent cartridge in the sealed state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36C and 37C); (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent cartridge in the sealed state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36B and 37B).
  • the actuator may comprise a shaft S configured to (a) actuate the first scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the first scent cartridge toward the outlet (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36C and 37C); (b) actuate the second scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media of the second scent cartridge toward the outlet (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36B and 37B).
  • the shaft may be configured for (a) a first position to provide the first actuation state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36C and 37C); (b) a second position to provide the second actuation state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36B and 37B); (c) a third position to provide the default state (as shown schematically in FIGURES 36A and 37 A).
  • the first position may comprise an extended position; the second position may comprise a retracted position; the third position may comprise a middle position.
  • the component may comprise a motor MR configured to move the shaft between the first position; the second position; the third position.
  • the shaft may be configured to translate to actuate an actuator to rotate to actuate the first scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may comprise a seesaw mechanism.
  • the seesaw mechanism may comprise an arm AR comprising (a) an actuator AC1 for the first scent cartridge; (b) an actuator AC2 for the second scent cartridge.
  • the seesaw mechanism may comprise a motor MR and a shaft S ; the motor may be configured to move the shaft at an end of the arm to rotate the arm.
  • the actuator may comprise an arm AR configured to rotate to actuate the at least one scent cartridge.
  • the at least one scent cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge and a second scent cartridge; the actuator may comprise a motor configured to pull the arm toward the motor to actuate the first scent cartridge; the motor may be configured to push the arm to actuate the second scent cartridge.
  • the component may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal the at least one scent cartridge (as shown schematically in FIGURES 34B, 36A-36C and 37A-37C); (b) an open state to expose the at least one scent cartridge (as shown schematically in FIGURE 34A).
  • the cover may comprise a mesh MS configured to conceal the at least one scent cartridge and allow air to pass through the outlet.
  • the cover may comprise the outlet.
  • the cover may comprise a magnet configured to couple the cover and the enclosure.
  • the component may comprise an inlet chamber IC.
  • the inlet chamber may be separated from the outlet by the enclosure.
  • the component may comprise a cover for the at least one scent cartridge; the cover may be configured to form the outlet.
  • the actuator may be positioned at an end of the inlet chamber.
  • the component may comprise a fan F.
  • the fan may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet chamber; (b) through scent media of the at least one scent cartridge; (c) through the outlet.
  • the fan may be configured for at least one of (a) an off state; (b) an on state.
  • the fan may be configured for (a) a high speed state; (b) a low speed state to provide (1) a high intensity scent dispersion; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion.
  • the fan may be positioned at an end of the inlet chamber.
  • the fan may comprise a first fan and a second fan.
  • the fan may be configured for (1) a high intensity scent dispersion with the first fan on and the second fan on; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion with the first fan on and the second fan off.
  • the at least one scent cartridge may comprise a first scent cartridge CGI, a second scent cartridge CG2, a third scent cartridge CG3 and a fourth scent cartridge CG4;
  • the first fan may be configured to direct air through scent media of the first scent cartridge and through scent media of the second scent cartridge;
  • the second fan may be configured to direct air through scent media of the third scent cartridge and through scent media of the fourth scent cartridge.
  • the actuator may be configured to compress a spring SG of the at least one scent cartridge to actuate the at least one scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through the scent media toward the outlet (as shown schematically in FIGURES 37B and 37C).
  • the component may comprise at least one of: (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console; (d) a center console; (e) a cup holder; (f) a module configured to mount within a cupholder.
  • a system for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior may comprise: an inlet; an outlet; an enclosure configured for at least one cartridge providing scent media; an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state; and a user interface.
  • the user interface may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge for actuation.
  • the user interface may be configured for selection of intensity of scent from at least one cartridge.
  • a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior may comprise: an inlet; an outlet; a chamber configured for at least one scent cartridge providing scent media; and an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the scent may be dispensed from the outlet by selection of the at least one cartridge.
  • a module for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge into air in a vehicle interior
  • a module for a vehicle interior comprising: an enclosure configured for at least one interchangeable scent-dispensing cartridge comprising scent media; an actuator configured to actuate at least one cartridge to dispense scent; and an interface between the at least one cartridge and the enclosure.
  • the chamber may be configured so that at least one cartridge can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge.
  • the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface.
  • a system for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one cartridge into air in a vehicle interior may comprise: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one cartridge providing scent media; a valve mechanism VM configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG/CG1/CG2/CG3/CG4 between a sealed state and an unsealed state; and a user interface.
  • the user interface may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge for actuation.
  • the scent may be dispensed from the outlet by selection of the at least one cartridge.
  • a module for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge into air in a vehicle interior may comprise: an enclosure EN configured for at least one interchangeable scent-dispensing cartridge comprising scent media; a valve mechanism VM configured to actuate at least one cartridge
  • the chamber may be configured so that at least one cartridge can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge; the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise an actuator.
  • the valve mechanism may be configured to be operated by a power supply.
  • the interface may comprise a user interface for a vehicle component.
  • the valve mechanism may be configured to be operated by the user interface.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve arrangement.
  • FIGURES 2, 18A-18B and 27A-27B the system and method of operation of the module/component for dispensing scent SD/C is shown schematically according to an exemplary embodiment. See also FIGURES 45A-45D and 46.
  • the system SD may comprise the module with cartridges and an interface (e.g. mechanical, data/electronic, instrumentation, network, etc.) as well as a user interface (e.g. control, touch screen, buttons, etc.) which can be provided on and/or adjacent to the module (e.g. in the vehicle accessible to an occupant through a dedicated and/or existing user interface system that may connect to other vehicle systems).
  • an interface e.g. mechanical, data/electronic, instrumentation, network, etc.
  • a user interface e.g. control, touch screen, buttons, etc.
  • the module may provide a data interface that comprises interaction/connection with a data/information tag on the cartridge (e.g. to register, store, monitor, interact, etc.) and a mechanical interface that comprises a fit/connection (e.g. proprietary connection design, etc.); as indicated, cartridges are inserted/installed into the module may be seated/retained by tabs TB upon closure of the cover CV and/or retained by a mechanism (e.g. push-push latch, pop- out spring, etc.). See FIGURES 18A-18B and 25 A.
  • a mechanism e.g. push-push latch, pop- out spring, etc.
  • the system SD may provide an output OT/SN of scented air from an input supply IN of air from the vehicle and/or the vehicle ventilation system (or heating, ventilation, air conditioning system, etc.).
  • the module/system may comprise a fan configured to operate at a fixed speed or to operate by modulation (e.g. pulsing, pulse-width modulation (PWM), dual speed, variable speed, etc.) to draw input air IN that will flow through the module; if a selected scent cartridge is open (e.g.
  • the system may be configured to facilitate selection of a scent cartridge by an occupant of the vehicle using the user interface (e.g. by a control/connection that is mechanical, electronic, data, network, remote, etc.).
  • the system may be configured to use data/information (e.g. from monitoring, instrumentation, interconnectivity, etc.) for use/operation of the module and/or for presentation at the user interface; for example, as indicated in FIGURES 27 A and 27B, the level of efficacy/scent in a cartridge (or set of cartridges) may be monitored (e.g. by instrumentation, measurement, computation, proxy, etc.) to indicate when a replacement of a cartridge is needed (e.g. indicating that one or more cartridges are expended and/or nearly expended and to what degree).
  • data/information e.g. from monitoring, instrumentation, interconnectivity, etc.
  • the level of efficacy/scent in a cartridge may be monitored (e.g. by instrumentation, measurement, computation, proxy, etc.) to indicate when a replacement of a cartridge is needed (e.g. indicating that one or more cartridges are expended and/or nearly expended and to what degree).
  • the system may function according to a control program to facilitate operation and data display/interchange (e.g.
  • the module may be activated and indicate presence/absence and/or type/compatibility of a cartridge (e.g. by detection of the tag/information at the data interface) and the state of operation of the system (e.g. by data flow/connectivity, detection, monitoring, etc.) such as whether any cartridge is depleted and/or in need of replacement (or not operational/functioning) and then may provide information/instructions to the occupant/user to take action such as replacement.
  • operation of the system may be controlled at a user interface (e.g.
  • the module may be operated in a bypass mode (no scent) and/or with selection of one of the available/installed scent cartridges and setting of intensity of scent to be provided within an available range (e.g. by operation of the fan and/or flow control element of a cartridge, etc.); a different cartridge may be selected for diffusion of scent into the vehicle interior; the module may be turned off (e.g. operation ended).
  • the cartridge replacement process may be guided by instructions presented at a user interface (e.g. removal/replacement of cartridges, bypass mode, etc.).
  • a scent-dispensing apparatus for an interior space may comprise a cartridge configured to contain scent media and with a fit/interconnection arrangement providing an interface to the scent-dispensing apparatus so that scent from the scent media can be dispensed effectively into an interior space such as a vehicle interior.
  • the apparatus/cartridge may be included/oriented in any of a wide variety of arrangements within the vehicle interior.
  • the physical form/shape of the cartridge may be adapted and configured to provide a fit/interface with the apparatus for dispensing scent; the cartridge may selectively removable/replaceable and configured to include scent media intended to provide any of a variety of selected
  • the cartridge may be configured with a proprietary fit/interface (e.g. data/tag, physical/body fit, seating/interconnect arrangement, etc.) to promote/ensure use of an authentic cartridge with the apparatus for dispensing scent.
  • a proprietary fit/interface e.g. data/tag, physical/body fit, seating/interconnect arrangement, etc.
  • the cartridge will be configured with a form/fit (e.g. body, cap, inlet/outlet ports, etc.) to contain scent media and to facilitate selection of scent media for use in the scent-dispensing apparatus.
  • the cartridge is configured for efficient production/supply for use in the scent-dispensing apparatus and for efficient reliable/convenient use (including assembly, filling,
  • the cartridge is configured for efficient interoperability with the scent-dispensing apparatus (including but not limited to one or more features such as effective sealing/leak-proofing at inlet/outlet, general or proprietary fit/interconnection, maintaining shelf- life/efficacy of scent media, selection of concentration/scent for outlet/air, cleaning/maintenance, use/reuse, replacement/replenishing, selection/ordering, authentication, data/information communications, user interface, actuation/adjusting and switching, etc.) ⁇
  • scent-dispensing apparatus including but not limited to one or more features such as effective sealing/leak-proofing at inlet/outlet, general or proprietary fit/interconnection, maintaining shelf- life/efficacy of scent media, selection of concentration/scent for outlet/air, cleaning/maintenance, use/reuse, replacement/replenishing, selection/ordering, authentication, data/information communications, user interface, actuation/adjusting and switching, etc.
  • a cartridge system may be provided for a scent-dispensing apparatus configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior.
  • the cartridge system may comprise a cartridge body providing a chamber for scent media and a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port and an outlet port; the valve assembly may be configured to provide flow of air from the inlet port across scent media to the outlet port when open and to provide a seal of the chamber of the cartridge body when closed.
  • the cartridge system may comprise a tag for
  • the seal may comprise an air-tight leak-proof seal.
  • the cartridge system may further comprise a cap for the body to be removed to fill/refill the chamber of the body with scent media.
  • a component for a vehicle interior may provide an inlet and an outlet configured for an open position to allow passage of air from the inlet to the outlet and a closed position to prevent passage of air from the inlet to the outlet.
  • the component may comprise a cartridge system providing a cartridge for a scent-dispensing apparatus.
  • the component may comprise an enclosure; a screen within the enclosure; a valve mechanism within the enclosure; and scent media within the enclosure; the valve mechanism may be configured to move within the enclosure between a sealed position and an open position.
  • the enclosure may comprise a cap and a bottom.
  • the cap may comprise one of the outlet; the inlet; the bottom may comprise the other of the outlet; the inlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve and a seal; at least one of (a) the valve; (b) the seal may be configured to seal at least one of (1) the inlet to prevent passage of air through the inlet; (2) the outlet to prevent passage of air through the outlet.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves; the seal may comprise a set of seals.
  • the valve may comprise a valve for the inlet and a valve for the outlet; the seal may comprise a seal for the inlet and a seal for the outlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a stem configured couple movement of the valve for the inlet; the valve for the outlet; the seal for the inlet; the seal for the outlet.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a spring configured to bias the valve mechanism in the sealed position.
  • the spring may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism moves from the sealed position to the open position.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve.
  • the spring may be configured to bias the valve.
  • the valve may be configured to compress the spring.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves.
  • the screen may comprise at least one aperture.
  • the screen may be configured to position the scent media.
  • the open position may comprise a gapped position.
  • the scent dispensing apparatus may comprise the actuator (AC) driven by motor (MR) with slider SL and cam/follower arrangement (CM/CF) to facilitate air flow from inlet (IN) and through a valve arrangement (VA/VB) for a selected cartridge (CG) containing scent media (M) and through outlet (OT) as a scent (SN) comprising air flow infused by the scent media (M) for the selected cartridge (CG).
  • operation of the scent dispensing apparatus may comprise use of the actuator (AC) driven by motor (MR) with slider SL and cam/follower arrangement (CM/CF) to facilitate air flow from inlet (IN) and through a valve arrangement (VA/VB) for a selected cartridge (CG) containing scent media (M) and through outlet (OT) as a scent (SN) comprising air flow infused by the scent media (M) for the selected cartridge (CG).
  • AC actuator
  • MR motor
  • CM/CF cam/follower arrangement
  • Operation of the scent dispenser may comprise an inactive state where no scent is dispensed from any cartridge with the valve arrangement for each cartridge closed (FIGURE 6A); in a first state a first scent SN1 is dispensed from the first cartridge CGI through valve arrangement opened by cam action from slider SL/actuator AC from the scent media contained within the first cartridge CGI (FIGURE 6B); in a second state a second scent SN2 is dispensed from the second cartridge CG2 through valve arrangement opened by cam action from slider SL/actuator AC from the scent media contained within the second cartridge CG2 (FIGURE 33C); in a third state a third scent SN3 is dispensed from the third cartridge CG3 through valve arrangement opened by cam action from slider SL/actuator AC from the scent media contained within the third cartridge CG3 (FIGURE 33D).
  • operation of the scent dispensing apparatus for the vehicle interior may comprise selective engagement through the actuator (AC) with slider SL and cam/follower arrangement (CM/CF) of the valve arrangement (VA/VB) of a selected cartridge (CG) comprising scent media (M) to produce air flow with the corresponding selected scent (SN) as output into the passenger compartment of the vehicle; to provide scent SN1 from the scent media in first cartridge CGI the actuator AC moves slider SL to position where cam element CM1 engages cam follower element CF1 to open the valve arrangement with valve VA1 and valve VA2 (against spring SG tending to close the valve arrangement).
  • the actuator AC moves slider SL to position where cam element CM1 engages cam follower element CF1 to open the valve arrangement with valve VA1 and valve VA2 (against spring SG tending to close the valve arrangement) for the first cartridge CGI; the valve arrangement remains closed for the other two cartridges (e.g. dispensing no scent from the two closed cartridges). See FIGURE 33B.
  • the actuator AC moves slider SL to position where cam element CM1 engages cam follower element CF1 to open the valve arrangement with valve VA1 and valve VA2 (against spring SG tending to close the valve arrangement) for the second cartridge CG2; the valve arrangement remains closed for the other two cartridges (e.g.
  • the actuator AC may move slider SL to position where cam element CM3 engages cam follower element CF3 to open the valve arrangement with valve VA3 and valve VA3 (against spring SG tending to close the valve arrangement) for the third cartridge CG3; the valve arrangement remains closed for the other two cartridges (e.g.
  • a component C for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent SN from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior may comprise an inlet IN, an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one scent-containing cartridge CG configured to contain scent media M and an actuator AC comprising a mechanism SL configured to actuate a valve arrangement (VA/VB) for each scent-containing cartridge CG between a sealed state to obstruct passage of air through scent media M of the scent-containing cartridge CG and an unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media M of the scent-containing cartridge CG toward the outlet OT.
  • VA/VB valve arrangement
  • the mechanism SL of the actuator AC may comprise a slider arrangement configured to provide cam action to open the valve arrangement (VA/VB) for a scent-containing cartridge CG for the unsealed state and to close the valve arrangement (VA/VB) for a scent-containing cartridge CG for the sealed state.
  • VA/VB valve arrangement
  • FIGURES 34A-34B and 38A-38B the system and method of operation of the module/component for dispensing scent SD/C is shown schematically according to an exemplary embodiment.
  • the system SD may comprise the module with cartridges and an interface (e.g. mechanical, data/electronic, instrumentation, network, etc.) as well as a user interface (e.g. control, touch screen, buttons, etc.) which can be provided on and/or adjacent to the module (e.g. in the vehicle accessible to an occupant through a dedicated and/or existing user interface system that may connect to other vehicle systems).
  • an interface e.g. mechanical, data/electronic, instrumentation, network, etc.
  • a user interface e.g. control, touch screen, buttons, etc.
  • the module may provide a data interface that may comprise interaction/connection with a data/information tag on the cartridge (e.g. to register, store, monitor, interact, etc.) and a mechanical interface that may comprise a fit/connection (e.g. proprietary connection design, etc.); as indicated.
  • a data/information tag on the cartridge e.g. to register, store, monitor, interact, etc.
  • a mechanical interface e.g. proprietary connection design, etc.
  • the system SD may provide an output OT/SN of scented air from an input supply IN of air from the vehicle and/or the vehicle ventilation system (or heating, ventilation, air conditioning system, etc.).
  • the module/system may comprise a fan configured to operate at a fixed speed or to operate by modulation (e.g.
  • the system may be configured to facilitate selection of a scent cartridge by an occupant of the vehicle using the user interface (e.g. by a control/connection that is mechanical, electronic, data, network, remote, etc.).
  • the system may be configured to use data/information (e.g. from monitoring, instrumentation, interconnectivity, etc.) for use/operation of the module and/or for presentation at the user interface; for example, as indicated in FIGURES 38A and 38B, the level of efficacy/scent in a cartridge (or set of cartridges) may be monitored (e.g. by instrumentation, measurement, computation, proxy, etc.) to indicate when a replacement of a cartridge is needed (e.g. indicating that one or more cartridges are expended and/or nearly expended and to what degree).
  • data/information e.g. from monitoring, instrumentation, interconnectivity, etc.
  • the level of efficacy/scent in a cartridge may be monitored (e.g. by instrumentation, measurement, computation, proxy, etc.) to indicate when a replacement of a cartridge is needed (e.g. indicating that one or more cartridges are expended and/or nearly expended and to what degree).
  • the system may function according to a control program to facilitate operation and data display/interchange (e.g.
  • the module may be activated and indicate presence/absence and/or type/compatibility of a cartridge (e.g. by detection of the tag/information at the data interface) and the state of operation of the system (e.g. by data flow/connectivity, detection, monitoring, etc.) such as whether any cartridge is depleted and/or in need of replacement (or not operational/functioning) and then may provide information/instructions to the occupant/user to take action such as replacement.
  • operation of the system may be controlled at a user interface (e.g.
  • the module may be operated in a bypass mode (no scent) and/or with selection of one of the available/installed scent cartridges and setting of intensity of scent to be provided within an available range (e.g. by operation of the fan and/or flow control element of a cartridge, etc.); a different cartridge may be selected for diffusion of scent into the vehicle interior; the module may be turned off (e.g. operation ended).
  • the cartridge replacement process may be guided by instructions presented at a user interface (e.g. removal/replacement of cartridges, etc.).
  • a component/system for a vehicle interior configured to dispense scent from scent media into air in a vehicle interior may comprise an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN for a scent-dispensing cartridge CG/CG1/CG2/CG3/CG4 providing scent media; and an actuator AC/AC1/AC2/AC3/AC4 to actuate the scent-dispensing cartridge between sealed and unsealed states.
  • the component may comprise an inlet chamber IC separated from an outlet by the enclosure.
  • the component may comprise a valve/ventilation mechanism VM comprising a fan F to direct airflow from the inlet through the outlet.
  • the component may comprise at least one of a console; an overhead console; a floor console; a center console.
  • the component may be configured in the form of a cup (e.g. to fit into a cupholder) and may be configured to connect to a power source PS in the vehicle (e.g. AC or DC power supply/outlet).
  • a power source PS in the vehicle e.g. AC or DC power supply/outlet
  • the component/system may be connected to a network (e.g. such as a vehicle network, etc.) by an interface configured for data exchange. See FIGURES 38A-38B.
  • a network e.g. such as a vehicle network, etc.
  • a vehicle interior may comprise a system comprising a component C configured to dispense scent into a vehicle interior; the component C may comprise a module SD comprising an inlet IN and an outlet OT and configured to dispense scent through actuation of a valve mechanism V/VM; and an actuation mechanism AC for the module SD. See also FIGURES 6A, 7A, 8A-8B, 10A-10D, 16A-16B, 23A-23C, 25A-25C, 27A-27B, 35, 38A-38B and 45A-45D.
  • the module SD may be configured to contain at least one cartridge CG comprising scent media M so that scent from the scent media M is dispensed at the outlet OT of the module SD into the vehicle interior.
  • the valve mechanism VM may comprise at least one valve V configured as a flow control element between the inlet IN and the outlet OT; the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism V/VM; the system may comprise at least one cartridge CG; at least one cartridge CG may comprise a valve configured to be actuated by the valve mechanism V/VM; the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a set of valves.
  • At least one cartridge CG may be removable from the module SD; at least one cartridge CG may be replaceable within the module SD. See e.g. FIGURES 9A-9B, 10A-10D, 22A-22D, 26A- 26C, 29A-29C and 46.
  • At least one cartridge CG may comprise a set of cartridges; the set of cartridges may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media M to provide a first scent and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media M to provide a second scent; the set of cartridges may comprise a third scent cartridge comprising third scent media M to provide a third scent. See e.g. FIGURES 5A-5B.
  • the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism V/VM; the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and a second valve assembly for the second scent cartridge; the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate the first scent cartridge and the second scent cartridge. See FIGURES 5A-5B and 45A-45B.
  • the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate a valve of the first valve assembly and a valve of the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism AC may comprise a cam mechanism CM; the actuation mechanism AC may comprise a cam mechanism CM operated by a controller. See e.g.
  • At least one cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media M and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media M and a second valve assembly;
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly;
  • the actuation mechanism AC may comprise a cam mechanism CM configured to actuate the valve mechanism V/VM.
  • a mechanism such as a cam mechanism may be configured to selectively open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge. See e.g.
  • the cam mechanism CM may be configured to selectively open and close a set of valves of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to selectively open and close a set of valves of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism AC may be operated by a controller and configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism V/VM to open and close a flow control element (shown as valve V) of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • a flow control element shown as valve V
  • FIGURES 4 5A, 11A-11D, 19A-19B, 21A-21C, 22D, 23A-23C, 25A-25C, 27A-27B, 30A-30B, 36A- 36C, 37A-37C, 38A-38B, 39A-39D, 41A-41D, 43A-43D and 45A-45D.
  • the system may comprise a fan FN configured to provide air flow through the module SD. See FIGURES 5B and 45C-45D. As indicated
  • valve mechanism V/VM may comprise at least one valve; the fan FN may be configured to provide air flow through at least one valve.
  • the system may comprise at least one cartridge CG; at least one cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media M and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media M and a second valve assembly; the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism V/VM; the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism V/VM to open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge.
  • a fan FN may be configured to provide air flow through the valve of the first valve assembly into the first scent cartridge and through the valve of the second valve assembly into the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuation mechanism AC may comprise a cam mechanism CM configured to selectively operate the valve mechanism V/VM to open and close a valve of the first valve assembly for the first scent cartridge and to open and close a valve of the second valve assembly of the second scent cartridge. See FIGURES 10A-10D, 13A-13C, 14A-14F, 15A-15F, 16A-16C and 35.
  • a fan FN may be configured to provide air flow through the valve of the first valve assembly into the first scent cartridge and through the valve of the second valve assembly into the second scent cartridge; the system may be configured to provide the first scent during air flow through the first cartridge and the second scent during air flow through the second cartridge; the first cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the second cartridge and the second cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the first cartridge. See also FIGURES 4 and 46.
  • the first valve assembly for the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a set of valves; the second valve assembly may comprise a set of valves. See FIGURES 4, 5A, 27A-27B, 38A-38B and 45A-45D.
  • the system may comprise a control system for the module; the control system may comprise a controller for the module; the controller may be configured to operate the actuation mechanism/actuator; the controller may be configured to operate the fan FN; the controller may be operated through a user interface UI for the module/system. See also FIGURE 46.
  • the system may be operated in a vehicle by a process comprising the steps of: (a) activating a user interface UI for the module SD; (b) detecting a cartridge in the module SD.
  • the user interface UI of the module SD may comprise control of at least one of (1) selection of scent; (2) operation of a fan FN; (3) display of information; (4) replacement of a cartridge; (5) cancellation of a command; (6) shut off of the module SD. See FIGURES 45A-45D and 46.
  • the system may comprise at least one cartridge CG; at least one cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge comprising first scent media M and a first valve assembly and a second scent cartridge comprising second scent media M and a second valve assembly; the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise the first valve assembly and the second valve assembly; the actuation mechanism AC may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism V/VM. See FIGURES 5A-5B, 45A-45D and 46.
  • the fan FN may be configured to provide air flow through the valve of the first valve assembly into the first scent cartridge and through the valve of the second valve assembly into the second scent cartridge. See FIGURES 5A- 5B, 45C-45D and 46.
  • the system may be configured to provide the first scent during air flow through the first cartridge and the second scent during air flow through the second cartridge; the first cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the second cartridge and the second cartridge may be sealed from air flow during air flow through the first cartridge. See FIGURES 5A-5B, 27A-27B, 38A-38B, 45A-45D and 46
  • the system may be operated by a process further comprising the step of obtaining data from the vehicle for the controller of the module (e.g. data for interchange with and/or transmission to a vehicle network, internet/network, cloud/network, etc.); the data may comprise data from the vehicle interior; at least one cartridge CG may comprise an identification tag TG; data may comprise data from the identification tag TG. See FIGURES 4, 5A-5B, 45A-45D and 46.
  • data e.g. data for interchange with and/or transmission to a vehicle network, internet/network, cloud/network, etc.
  • the data may comprise data from the vehicle interior
  • at least one cartridge CG may comprise an identification tag TG
  • data may comprise data from the identification tag TG. See FIGURES 4, 5A-5B, 45A-45D and 46.
  • the system may comprise an interface; the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface. See FIGURES 22D and 45A-45D.
  • the system may comprise a power source/supply PS for the actuation mechanism AC. See FIGURES 45A-45D.
  • the system may comprise a vehicle interior component C/SD comprising the module SD. See FIGURE 2.
  • the vehicle interior component providing the scent-dispensing module/apparatus may comprise at least one of a console, overhead console, floor console, center console, armrest, trim panel, instrument panel, etc. See FIGURES 1A- 1B and 2.
  • a vehicle interior component C may comprise a module/apparatus SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior and may comprise an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one scent- containing cartridge arrangement providing scent media M (e.g. media contained within the body of the cartridge); and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement between a sealed state and an unsealed state (e.g. through a valve arrangement configured to open and close). See also FIGURES 27A-27B, 38A-38B
  • At least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement may comprise a first scent-containing cartridge arrangement and a second scent-containing cartridge arrangement; at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement may comprise a third scent-containing cartridge arrangement; at least one scent-containing cartridge arrangement may comprise a fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement. See also FIGURES 10A-10D, 13A-13C, 14A-14F, 15A-15F, 16A-16C and 35.
  • the actuator AC may be configured for (a) a bypass state with the first scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state and the second scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state and the third scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state and the fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent- containing cartridge arrangement in an unsealed state with the second scent-containing cartridge arrangement in the sealed state and the third scent-containing cartridge arrangement in the sealed state and the fourth scent-containing cartridge arrangement in the sealed state;
  • the actuator AC/mechanism may comprise a motor MR and a slider arrangement SL and may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state; (d) a position to provide the third actuation state; (e) a position to provide the fourth actuation state. See FIGURES 10A-10D, 13A-13C, 14A-14F, 15A-15F and 16A-16C.
  • the actuator AC may comprise (a) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the first cartridge arrangement; (b) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the second cartridge arrangement; (c) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the third cartridge arrangement; (d) a cam/follower arrangement to operate a valve arrangement for the fourth cartridge arrangement. See FIGURES 10A-10D, 13A-13C, 14A-14F, 15A-15F and 16A-16C.
  • component C/SD may comprise a latch configured for (a) a latched state to secure at least one cartridge CG arrangement; (b) an unlatched state to present at least one cartridge CG arrangement for replacement.
  • the component C/SD may comprise at least one plunger and at least one spring configured to present at least one cartridge CG arrangement for replacement; the component C/SD may comprise a catch; the latch may be configured to secure at least one cartridge CG arrangement at the catch. See FIGURES 10A-10D and 11A-11D.
  • the actuator AC/mechanism may comprise a motor MR and a cam shaft and may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state; (b) a position to provide an actuation state. See FIGURES 10A-10D, 13A-13C, 14A-14F, 15A- 15F and 16A-16C.
  • the actuator AC may be configured to rotate to operate a valve arrangement for a cartridge arrangement. See e.g. FIGURES 4 and 38A-38B.
  • the cartridge may comprise an inlet port INX and an outlet port OTX; the inlet port INX may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge and the outlet port OTX may be positioned at a rear surface of the cartridge; the inlet port INX may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge and the outlet port OTX may be positioned at a top surface of the cartridge generally opposite the bottom surface of the cartridge; the inlet port INX may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge and the outlet port OTX may be positioned at a bottom surface of the cartridge.
  • a vehicle interior component C may comprise a module/apparatus SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior comprising an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure configured for at least one scent cartridge CG providing scent media M; and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one scent cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state; at least one scent cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge and a second scent cartridge; the actuator AC may be configured for (a) a bypass state with the first scent cartridge in a sealed state and the second scent cartridge in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent cartridge in the sealed state; (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent cartridge in the sealed state;
  • the cam shaft may be configured for (a) a position to provide the bypass state; (b) a position to provide the first actuation state; (c) a position to provide the second actuation state. See e.g. FIGURES 10A- 10D, 13A-13C, 14A-14F, 15A-15F and 16A-16C.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal at least one scent cartridge CG; (b) an open state to expose at least one scent cartridge CG; when the cover CV is in the open state, the actuator AC may be configured for at least one of (a) an inaccessible state with the first scent cartridge in an inaccessible position and the second scent cartridge in an inaccessible position; (b) a first accessible state actuating the first scent cartridge in an accessible position for replacement with the second scent cartridge in the inaccessible position; (c) a second accessible state actuating the second scent cartridge in an accessible position for replacement with the first scent cartridge in the inaccessible position.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a spring configured to move the first scent cartridge and the second scent cartridge to an accessible position for replacement in response to movement of the cover CV from the closed state to the open state.
  • the cover CV may be configured to compress the spring in the closed state.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a release mechanism such as a latch L configured to move at least one scent cartridge CG to an accessible position for replacement in response to an external force. See e.g. FIGURES 8A-8C and 10A-10D.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal at least one scent cartridge CG; (b) an open state to expose at least one scent cartridge CG; the cover CV may comprise the outlet OT.
  • the component C/SD may comprise an inlet duct ID and an outlet duct OD.
  • the inlet duct ID may be separated from outlet duct OD by the enclosure EN.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a cover CV for at least one scent cartridge CG; the cover CV may be configured to form the outlet duct OD.
  • the actuator AC may be positioned at an end of the inlet duct ID.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a fan FN.
  • the fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet duct ID; (b) through scent media M of at least one scent cartridge CG; (c) through the outlet duct OD; (d) to the outlet OT.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a bypass duct BD; the fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet duct ID; (b) through the bypass duct BD; (c) through the outlet duct OD; (d) to the outlet OT.
  • the fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet duct ID; (b) through the bypass duct BD and through scent media M of at least one scent cartridge CG; (c) through the outlet duct OD; (d) to the outlet OT. See e.g. FIGURES 13A-13C and 45A-45D.
  • the fan FN may be configured for at least one of an off state and an on state; the fan FN may be configured for a high speed state and a low speed state; the fan FN may provide a high intensity scent dispersion and a low intensity scent dispersion.
  • the fan FN may be positioned at an end of the inlet duct ID. See e.g. FIGURES 5A-5B.
  • the actuator AC may be configured to compress a spring of at least one scent cartridge CG to actuate at least one scent cartridge CG from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through the scent media M toward the outlet OT.
  • a system for a vehicle interior may comprise a component C/SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising an inlet IN and an outlet OT and an enclosure configured for at least one cartridge CG providing scent media M and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state and a user interface UI;
  • the user interface UI may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge CG for actuation;
  • the user interface UI may be configured for selection of intensity of scent from at least one cartridge CG.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD may comprise an apparatus SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior; the apparatus SD may comprise an inlet IN and an outlet OT and a chamber configured for at least one scent cartridge CG providing scent media M and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state; scent may be dispensed from the outlet OT by selection of at least one cartridge CG.
  • a vehicle interior component C may comprise a module SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising an enclosure configured for at least one
  • interchangeable scent-dispensing cartridge comprising scent media M and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG to dispense scent and an interface between at least one cartridge CG and the enclosure;
  • the chamber is configured so that at least one cartridge CG can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge CG;
  • the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface. See e.g.
  • FIGURES 22D and 45A-45D are identical to FIGURES 22D and 45A-45D.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD may comprise a cartridge system CG configured to dispense scent from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior.
  • the cartridge system CG may comprise a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media M and a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port INX and an outlet port OTX; the valve assembly may be configured to provide flow of air from the inlet port INX across scent media M to the outlet port OTX when open and to provide a seal of the chamber of the body when closed.
  • the seal may comprise an air-tight leak-proof seal (e.g. flow control element configured to prevent air flow).
  • the cartridge system CG may further comprise a cap CP for the body to be removed to fill/refill the chamber of the body with scent media M. See e.g. FIGURES 39A-39C.
  • the cartridge system CG may comprise a tag TG for data/information. See e.g. FIGURES 4, 5A, 45A-45D and 46.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD for a vehicle interior may provide an inlet IN and an outlet OT configured for an open position to allow passage of air from the inlet IN to the outlet OT and a closed position to prevent passage of air from the inlet IN to the outlet OT.
  • the component C/SD may comprise an enclosure; a chamber/screen within the body of the cartridge for scent media; a valve mechanism V/VM within the body; and scent media M within the body; the valve mechanism V/VM may be configured to move between a sealed position and an open position.
  • the cartridge CG may comprise a cap CP and a bottom.
  • the cap CP may comprise one of the outlet or the inlet (the bottom may comprise the other of the outlet or inlet).
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a flow control element comprising a valve and/or a seal; at least one of the valve or the seal may be configured to seal at least one of the inlet to prevent passage of air through the inlet or the outlet to prevent passage of air through the outlet;
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves;
  • the seal may comprise a set of seals;
  • the valve may comprise a valve for the inlet and a valve for the outlet;
  • the seal may comprise a seal for the inlet and a seal for the outlet. See e.g.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a connecting member shown as stem ST configured to couple movement of the valve for the inlet IN; the valve for the outlet OT; the seal for the inlet IN; the seal for the outlet OT. See e.g.
  • the valve for the inlet IN may be configured to move relative to the valve for the outlet OT.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a spring for the inlet IN and a spring for the outlet OT. At least one of the spring for the inlet IN and/or the spring for the outlet OT may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism V/VM moves from the sealed position to the open position.
  • the spring for the inlet IN and the spring for the outlet OT may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism V/VM moves from the sealed position to the open position.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may be configured for movement to a transitional position to (1) allow passage of air through the inlet IN and (2) prevent passage of air through the outlet OT.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a spring configured to bias the valve mechanism V/VM in the sealed position.
  • the spring may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism V/VM moves from the sealed position to the open position.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a valve.
  • the spring may be configured to bias the valve.
  • the valve may be configured to compress the spring.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves.
  • the screen may comprise at least one aperture.
  • the screen may be configured to position the scent media M.
  • the open position may comprise a gapped position.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD may comprise a cartridge system CG configured to dispense scent from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior comprising (a) a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media M; (b) a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port INX and an outlet port OTX. See also FIGURES 6A-6D and 12A-12C.
  • the valve assembly may be configured for (1) an enclosed state to provide a seal at the inlet port INX and a seal at the outlet port OTX; (2) a transitional state to provide a seal at one of the inlet port INX and the outlet port OTX and to provide flow of air through the other of the inlet port INX and the outlet port OTX; (3) a pass-through state to provide flow of air through the inlet port INX across scent media M through the outlet port OTX.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a valve and a seal (e.g. operating as flow control elements); at least one of the valve and/or the seal may be configured to seal at least one of the inlet to prevent passage of air or the outlet to prevent passage of air.
  • the valve may comprise a set of valves; the seal may comprise a set of seals.
  • the valve may comprise a valve for the inlet port INX and a valve for the outlet port OTX; the seal may comprise a seal for the inlet port INX and a seal for the outlet port OTX.
  • the valve for the inlet port INX may be configured to move relative to the valve for the outlet port OTX.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise a spring for the inlet port INX and a spring for the outlet port OTX. At least one of (a) the spring for the inlet port INX; (b) the spring for the outlet port OTX may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism V/VM moves from the enclosed state to the transitional state.
  • the spring for the inlet port INX and the spring for the outlet port OTX may be configured to compress when the valve mechanism V/VM moves from the enclosed state to the pass-through state.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD may comprise a cartridge system CG configured to dispense scent from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior comprising: (a) a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media M; (b) a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port INX and an outlet port OTX.
  • the valve assembly may comprise an inlet valve configured to provide the inlet port INX and an outlet valve configured to provide the outlet port OTX.
  • the inlet valve may be configured (1) to move relative to the outlet port OTX to provide flow of air from the inlet port INX across scent media M to the outlet port OTX when open and (2) to provide a seal of the chamber of the body when closed.
  • the inlet valve may be configured to move the outlet valve to provide flow of air across scent media M through the outlet port OTX. See FIGURES 4 and 5A-5B.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD may comprise a cartridge system CG configured to dispense scent from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior comprising: (a) a cartridge comprising a body providing a chamber for scent media M; (b) a valve assembly configured to provide an inlet port INX and an outlet port OTX. See e.g. FIGURES 4, 5A, 11A-11D, 19A-19B, 21A-21C, 22D, 23A-23C, 25A-25C, 27A-27B, 30A-30B, 36A-36C, 37A-37C, 38A-38B, 39A-39D, 41A-41D, 43A-43D and 45A-45D.
  • the valve assembly may comprise an inlet valve configured to provide the inlet port INX and an outlet valve configured to provide the outlet port OTX.
  • the body may comprise an inlet section and an outlet section.
  • the inlet valve may be configured (1) to move relative to the outlet port OTX to provide flow of air from the inlet port INX across scent media M to the outlet port OTX when open and (2) to provide a seal of the chamber of the body when closed.
  • the inlet valve may be configured to move the outlet valve to provide flow of air across scent media M through the outlet port OTX.
  • the inlet section may comprise the chamber for scent media M and the outlet section may comprise an outlet chamber.
  • the outlet section may comprise the outlet valve.
  • the inlet section may comprise the inlet valve.
  • a vehicle interior component C may comprise a module/apparatus SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure configured for at least one scent cartridge CG providing scent media M; and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one scent cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state. See e.g.
  • At least one scent cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge and a second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator AC may comprise (a) an actuator AC for the first scent cartridge; (b) an actuator AC for the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator AC may be configured to (a) rotate in a first direction to actuate the first scent cartridge and (b) rotate in a second direction generally opposite the first direction to actuate the second scent cartridge.
  • the actuator AC may be configured for (a) a default state with the first scent cartridge in a sealed state and the second scent cartridge in a sealed state; (b) a first actuation state actuating the first scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the second scent cartridge in the sealed state; (c) a second actuation state actuating the second scent cartridge in an unsealed state with the first scent cartridge in the sealed state.
  • the actuator AC may comprise a shaft configured to (a) actuate the first scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media M of the first scent cartridge toward the outlet OT ; (b) actuate the second scent cartridge from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through scent media M of the second scent cartridge toward the outlet OT.
  • the shaft may be configured for (a) a first position to provide the first actuation state; (b) a second position to provide the second actuation state; (c) a third position to provide the default state.
  • the first position may comprise an extended position; the second position may comprise a retracted position; the third position may comprise a middle position.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a motor MR configured to move the shaft between the first position; the second position; the third position.
  • the shaft may be configured to translate to actuate an actuator AC to rotate to actuate the first scent cartridge.
  • the actuator AC may comprise a seesaw mechanism.
  • the seesaw mechanism may comprise an arm comprising (a) an actuator AC for the first scent cartridge; (b) an actuator AC for the second scent cartridge.
  • the seesaw mechanism may comprise a motor MR and a shaft; the motor MR may be configured to move the shaft at an end of the arm to rotate the arm.
  • the actuator AC may comprise an arm configured to rotate to actuate at least one scent cartridge CG.
  • At least one scent cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge and a second scent cartridge; the actuator AC may comprise a motor MR configured to pull the arm toward the motor MR to actuate the first scent cartridge; the motor MR may be configured to push the arm to actuate the second scent cartridge.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a cover CV configured for (a) a closed state to conceal at least one scent cartridge CG; (b) an open state to expose at least one scent cartridge CG.
  • the cover CV may comprise a mesh configured to conceal at least one scent cartridge CG and allow air to pass through the outlet OT.
  • the cover CV may comprise the outlet OT.
  • the cover CV may comprise a magnet configured to couple the cover CV and the enclosure EN.
  • the component C/SD may comprise an inlet chamber.
  • the inlet chamber may be separated from the outlet OT by the enclosure EN.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a cover CV for at least one scent cartridge CG; the cover CV may be configured to form the outlet OT.
  • the actuator AC may be positioned at an end of the inlet chamber.
  • the component C/SD may comprise a fan FN.
  • the fan FN may be configured to direct air (a) to the inlet chamber; (b) through scent media M of at least one scent cartridge CG; (c) through the outlet OT.
  • the fan FN may be configured for at least one of (a) an off state; (b) an on state.
  • the fan FN may be configured for (a) a high speed state; (b) a low speed state to provide (1) a high intensity scent dispersion; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion.
  • the fan FN may be positioned at an end of the inlet chamber.
  • the fan FN may comprise a first fan FN and a second fan FN.
  • the fan FN may be configured for (1) a high intensity scent dispersion with the first fan FN on and the second fan FN on; (2) a low intensity scent dispersion with the first fan FN on and the second fan FN off.
  • At least one scent cartridge CG may comprise a first scent cartridge, a second scent cartridge, a third scent cartridge and a fourth scent cartridge; the first fan FN may be configured to direct air through scent media M of the first scent cartridge and through scent media M of the second scent cartridge; the second fan FN may be configured to direct air through scent media M of the third scent cartridge and through scent media M of the fourth scent cartridge.
  • the actuator AC may be configured to compress a spring of at least one scent cartridge CG to actuate at least one scent cartridge CG from the sealed state to the unsealed state to allow passage of air through the scent media M toward the outlet OT.
  • the component C/SD may comprise at least one of: (a) a console; (b) an overhead console; (c) a floor console; (d) a center console; (e) a cup holder; (f) a module SD configured to mount within a cupholder.
  • a system for a vehicle interior may comprise a component C/SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one cartridge CG providing scent media M; an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state; and a user interface UI.
  • a component C/SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one cartridge CG providing scent media M; an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state; and a user interface UI.
  • the user interface UI may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge CG for actuation.
  • the user interface UI may be configured for selection of intensity of scent from at least one cartridge CG. See FIGURE 46.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD may comprise an apparatus SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; a chamber configured for at least one scent cartridge CG providing scent media M; and an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the scent may be dispensed from the outlet OT by selection of at least one cartridge CG.
  • a vehicle interior component C may comprise a module SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an enclosure EN configured for at least one interchangeable scent-dispensing cartridge comprising scent media M; an actuator AC configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG to dispense scent; and an interface between at least one cartridge CG and the enclosure EN.
  • the chamber may be configured so that at least one cartridge CG can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge CG.
  • the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface and a mechanical interface. See also FIGURES 22D and 45A-45D.
  • a system for a vehicle interior may comprise a component C/SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; an enclosure EN configured for at least one cartridge CG providing scent media M; a valve mechanism V/VM configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state; and a user interface UI.
  • the user interface UI may be configured to facilitate the selection of scent by selection of at least one cartridge CG for actuation.
  • a vehicle interior component C/SD may comprise an apparatus SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an inlet IN; an outlet OT; a chamber configured for at least one scent cartridge CG providing scent media M; and a valve mechanism V/VM configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG between a sealed state and an unsealed state.
  • the scent may be dispensed from the outlet OT by selection of at least one cartridge CG. See e.g. FIGURES 5A-5B and 45A-45D.
  • a vehicle interior component C may comprise a module SD configured to dispense scent from scent media M contained in at least one interchangeable cartridge CG into air in a vehicle interior comprising: an enclosure EN configured for at least one interchangeable scent-dispensing cartridge comprising scent media M; a valve mechanism V/VM configured to actuate at least one cartridge CG to dispense scent; and an interface between at least one cartridge CG and the enclosure EN. See e.g.
  • the chamber may be configured so that at least one cartridge CG can be removed and replaced with at least one cartridge CG; the interface may comprise at least one of a data/network interface DI and a mechanical interface MI. See FIGURES 22D and 45A- 45D.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may comprise an actuator AC.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may be configured to be operated by a power supply PS.
  • the interface may comprise a user interface UI for a vehicle component C/SD.
  • the valve mechanism V/VM may be configured to be operated by the user interface UI.
  • the valve mechanism may comprise a valve arrangement (e.g. a flow control element with one or more valves, seals, etc.).
  • a vehicle interior I may comprise a system comprising a component C providing a scent-dispensing module SD comprising an inlet IN and an outlet OT and configured to dispense scent from a set of cartridges/cartridge system CG containing scent media M through actuation of a mechanism/interface. See also FIGURES 6 A, 7A, 8A-8B, 10A-10D, 16A-16B, 23A-23C and 25A-25C.
  • the module SD may be configured to contain at least one cartridge CG comprising scent media M so that the scent from the scent media M is dispensed at the outlet OT of the module SD into the vehicle interior. See FIGURES 2, 3, 5A-5B, 27A-27B, 28A- 28C, 34A-34D, 38A-38B and 45A-45D.
  • the system/module may comprise an actuator/actuation mechanism configured to actuate a valve mechanism VM (e.g. at least one flow control element such as a valve V or seal) between the inlet IN and the outlet OT ; the actuator/actuation mechanism may be configured to actuate the valve mechanism selectively through a user interface UI.
  • a valve mechanism VM e.g. at least one flow control element such as a valve V or seal
  • the system/module SD may be configured for connection to a network system that may comprise a vehicle network, intranet/network, local area network, cloud network, etc.; the system/module may comprise a fan FN and power source/supply and a control system/controller with interface for operation (e.g. operation of the actuator, valve mechanism/valve VM/V, fan, etc.).
  • a network system that may comprise a vehicle network, intranet/network, local area network, cloud network, etc.
  • the system/module may comprise a fan FN and power source/supply and a control system/controller with interface for operation (e.g. operation of the actuator, valve mechanism/valve VM/V, fan, etc.).
  • a control system/controller with interface for operation (e.g. operation of the actuator, valve mechanism/valve VM/V, fan, etc.).
  • FIGURES 45C-45D in operation of system/module SD (e.g.
  • scent SN from scent media M in a selected cartridge CG when actuated from a sealed state to an unsealed state is dispensed by air flow from inlet IN into cartridge CG across scent media M and from cartridge CG and to outlet OT of the system/module SD.
  • the operation of the system/module for dispensing scent into a vehicle interior may comprise the steps of activating the user interface and reading the data/information tag of each cartridge and gathering data (including from the vehicle and connected networks);
  • a user interface/display e.g. cartridge type/scent, state/status of cartridges and module, remaining scent/life of scent media contained in a cartridge, etc.
  • actions may be initiated at the user interface/control including changing of scent (e.g. selection of cartridges, selectively sealing/unsealing, actuation of valve, etc.), changing of intensity of scent (e.g. actuation of control system, fan speed, valve mechanism), replacement of cartridge (actuation/bypass, open cover, replace and close cover) and turning the module on/off (e.g. actuation, bypass, turn fan off, turn module off, etc.).
  • the system/module may be operated by any of a wide variety of control programs including but not limited to local/vehicle control and network control and/or data interchange. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
  • the present inventions may comprise conventional technology (e.g. as implemented and/or integrated in exemplary embodiments, modifications, variations, combinations, equivalents, etc.) or may comprise any other applicable technology (present and/or future) with suitability and/or capability to perform the functions and processes/operations described in the specification and/or illustrated in the FIGURES. All such technology (e.g. as implemented in embodiments, modifications, variations, combinations, equivalents, etc.) is considered to be within the scope of the present inventions of the present patent document.

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Cette invention concerne un composant pour un intérieur de véhicule configuré pour distribuer un parfum dans un intérieur de véhicule. Le composant peut comprendre un appareil de distribution de parfum comprenant un module configuré pour au moins une cartouche de distribution de parfum (amovible/remplaçable) contenant un milieu parfumé. Un actionneur peut être configuré pour actionner le module selon un mode de dérivation ou pour la sélection/l'actionnement d'une cartouche. Une cartouche sélectionnée peut être actionnée d'un état scellé empêchant l'écoulement d'air à travers le milieu parfumé à un état non scellé permettant l'écoulement d'air à travers du milieu parfumé et dans l'intérieur du véhicule. L'actionneur peut comprendre un mécanisme (par exemple un coulisseau, un mécanisme à came). Chaque cartouche peut comprendre un mécanisme de soupape actionné par l'actionneur. Chaque mécanisme peut comprendre un ressort. Le module peut comprendre un ventilateur pour fournir un écoulement d'air. Le composant peut fournir une interface utilisateur. Le composant peut comprendre une console, une console de plafond, une console au sol, une console centrale, etc.
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