Self-adaptive omni-directional supporting neck pillow based on bionic partition ring group structure

Abstract

The invention relates to a self-adaptive all-dimensional supporting neck pillow based on a bionic partition ring group structure, and relates to the technical field of living furniture, the self-adaptive all-dimensional supporting neck pillow comprises two layers of stacked supporting ring units, the middle parts of the two layers of supporting ring units are provided with sleeve holes for allowing the head to pass through and sleeving the neck, and the sleeve holes are provided with through holes; the supporting ring unit comprises a rear side supporting area which abuts against the rear neck and supports the head, a lower jaw supporting area which abuts against the front neck and supports the lower jaw, and two sets of side inclined supporting areas which fill gaps between the shoulders and the neck according to functional areas. Each of the rear side supporting area and the lower jaw supporting area comprises two sets of petal units which are arranged in parallel and are communicated with each other, each of the two sets of lateral inclined supporting areas comprises a set of petal units and is separated from the adjacent petal units, and the petal units are filled with foam particles which are freely dispersed and flow under pressure. The neck pillow has the advantages that the neck pillow can wrap a supporting part while providing supporting, general precise fitting is customized, and the neck pillow is more comfortable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of living furniture technology, and in particular to an adaptive all-around support neck pillow based on a biomimetic partitioned ring structure. Background Technology

[0002] A neck pillow, also known as a travel pillow or U-shaped pillow, is a portable product that wraps around the neck to provide support for the head and neck. Its core applications include long-distance travel (by plane, car, or train), office lunch breaks, and resting at home.

[0003] With increasing health awareness and the booming travel economy, neck pillows have gradually evolved from simple comfort items into health products that focus on ergonomics and aim to prevent cervical strain. Although there are many types of neck pillows on the market, in-depth analysis and feedback surveys have revealed that existing products generally suffer from one or more of the following core problems, preventing them from achieving truly effective "360-degree all-around support". Summary of the Invention

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings and deficiencies of the prior art, the present invention provides an adaptive all-round support neck pillow based on a biomimetic partitioned ring structure, which solves the technical problem that traditional neck pillows cannot provide effective all-round 360° support.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the main technical solutions adopted by the present invention include:

[0008] This invention provides an adaptive omnidirectional support neck pillow based on a biomimetic partitioned ring structure, comprising two stacked support ring units. The two support ring units have a central opening for the head to pass through and fit around the neck. The support ring units are functionally divided into a rear support area that abuts against the back of the neck and supports the head, a jaw support area that abuts against the front of the neck and supports the jaw, and two sets of lateral oblique support areas that fill the gap between the shoulders and neck. Both the rear support area and the jaw support area include two sets of petal units arranged side-by-side and interconnected. Each of the two sets of lateral oblique support areas includes one set of petal units and is separated from adjacent petal units. The petal units are filled with pressure-dispersed foam particles.

[0009] This invention proposes an adaptive omnidirectional support neck pillow based on a biomimetic partitioned ring structure. When using this neck pillow, the user simply slips the entire pillow over their neck, with the rear support area located at the back of the neck, the jaw support area at the jaw, and the lateral support areas at the shoulders. By slipping it over the neck and providing support to the front, back, left, and right sides of the head, the head can be effectively fixed. Furthermore, both the rear and jaw support areas include two sets of petal units, ensuring that the jaw and back of the head are positioned between the two sets of petal units when providing support, avoiding direct support and improving comfort. Additionally, the petal units are filled with foam particles that disperse and flow under pressure, allowing the neck pillow to wrap around the supported areas while providing support, achieving a customized, precise fit for enhanced comfort.

[0010] Optionally, it also includes an inflation unit sandwiched between the two layers of the support ring units. The inflation unit is a ring-shaped airbag, which is inflated as needed to increase the distance between the two layers of the support ring units.

[0011] By placing an inflation unit between the two support ring units, the inflation unit can be inflated as needed when using the neck pillow, making the entire neck pillow thicker and thus providing better support.

[0012] Optionally, the thickness of the inner cavity of the inflation unit gradually increases from the center to the outside, and the axial cross-sectional shape of the inflation unit is an acute-angled isosceles triangle.

[0013] By setting the inflatable unit to have a thinner inner ring and a thicker outer ring, with the thickness increasing from the inside out, the distance between the outer rings of the two support ring units is increased after inflation, thus providing better support for the jaw, back of the head, and sides of the head.

[0014] Optionally, the inflation unit is divided into zones according to the functional zones of the support ring unit, and each zone of the inflation unit is inflated separately.

[0015] By dividing the inflation unit into sections according to the support ring unit and inflating them individually, the inflation unit of a specific section can be inflated separately according to the usage requirements, thereby adjusting the support effect, which is more convenient.

[0016] Optionally, an inflation valve core is embedded in each section of the outer periphery of the inflation unit, and the lower end of the lower support ring unit is provided with an inflation tube that is inserted into the inflation valve core for inflation and deflation.

[0017] By embedding an inflation valve core in each section of the inflation unit, the outer surface of the inflation unit will not protrude. Combined with the inflation tube attached to the lower support ring unit, inflation and deflation of the inflation unit can be done simply by inserting the inflation tube into the inflation valve core and operating manually, which is more convenient.

[0018] Optionally, the support ring unit is provided with multiple sets of support airbags inside. The support airbags are connected to the inflation unit and are inflated as the inflation unit is inflated. The support airbags extend vertically from the inside to the outside of the support ring unit inside the petal unit. The middle of the support airbag has multiple through holes along its own extension direction for the flow of the foam particles.

[0019] By setting a support airbag inside the support ring unit, the support airbag is connected to the inflation unit. When the inflation unit is inflated, air will be directly introduced into the support airbag. After the support airbag is inflated, it will support the petal unit, thereby making the entire neck pillow more supportive. At the same time, the foam particles can flow through the through holes without affecting the deformation of the support ring unit to a certain extent.

[0020] Optionally, the inflation unit has a plurality of vent holes evenly spaced around its circumference, and the vent holes are opened along a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the support ring unit.

[0021] The entire neck pillow is placed over the neck, which can easily cause the neck to feel stuffy. This solution solves this problem by creating ventilation holes in the inflatable unit. When the user wears the neck pillow, air can flow through the ventilation holes inside and outside the neck pillow as the head moves, thereby reducing stuffiness.

[0022] Optionally, the petal unit of the lateral oblique support area is connected to the adjacent petal unit by an elastic ligament, which is elastically stretched in the circumferential direction of the support ring unit.

[0023] By connecting the petal units of the lateral support area with adjacent petal units through elastic ligaments, the neck pillow makes it easier for the head to pass through when wearing it, and also makes it suitable for various groups of people.

[0024] Optionally, the elastic ligament is annular, and a channel for foam particles to flow between adjacent areas is formed in the middle of the elastic ligament. The inner surface of the elastic ligament is divided into two parts and forms a Velcro that can bond and separate the adjacent areas. The support ring unit has a feeding port for adding foam particles to the inside and a cap is sealed at the feeding port.

[0025] By setting the elastic ligament in a ring shape, its inner surface is divided into two parts and forms a Velcro strap. This allows the two adjacent areas on the support ring unit to be closed or connected by the adhesion and opening of the inner surface of the elastic ligament. Combined with the filling port, it is convenient to remove or add foam particles as needed. The number of foam particles in each block can be adjusted as needed, so that different people can adjust the neck pillow to a more suitable state.

[0026] Optionally, the upper surface of the upper support ring unit can be detachably fixed with an anti-fouling layer, the surface of which is a skin-friendly velvet surface.

[0027] By setting an anti-fouling layer on the upper surface of the upper support ring unit, dirt can be reduced from getting on the surface of the neck pillow when it is used. The anti-fouling layer is detachably connected to the upper surface of the support ring unit, so that it can be removed and cleaned after a period of use, which is more convenient.

[0028] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0029] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: When using the biomimetic partitioned ring structure adaptive all-around support neck pillow, the user simply places the entire neck pillow over the neck, with the rear support area located at the back of the neck, the jaw support area at the jaw, and the lateral support areas at the shoulders. By placing it over the neck and providing support to the head in all directions, the head can be effectively fixed. Furthermore, both the rear and jaw support areas include two sets of petal units, ensuring that the jaw and back of the head are positioned between the two sets of petal units when providing support, avoiding direct support and improving comfort. Additionally, the petal units are filled with foam particles that disperse and flow under pressure, allowing the neck pillow to wrap around the supported areas while providing support, achieving a precise, customized fit for greater comfort. This structure fundamentally overcomes the openness of traditional U-shaped pillows, forming a nearly closed, three-dimensional support space that ensures effective support for the neck in all directions, including front, back, left, right, and lateral. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a top view of an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 This is a first-view sectional view of an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 4 This is a second-perspective sectional view of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] [Explanation of Labels in the Attached Image]

[0035] 1. Support ring unit; 11. Sleeve hole; 12. Rear support area; 13. Jaw support area; 14. Lateral oblique support area; 15. Petal unit; 16. Elastic ligament; 17. Feed port; 18. Cap; 2. Inflation unit; 21. Inflation valve core; 22. Inflation tube; 23. Support airbag; 231. Through hole; 24. Ventilation hole; 3. Anti-fouling surface layer. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To better explain and facilitate understanding of the present invention, the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0037] The adaptive all-around support neck pillow based on a biomimetic partitioned ring structure proposed in this invention allows the user to directly place the entire neck pillow over their neck. The rear support area is located at the back of the neck, the jaw support area at the jaw, and the lateral support areas at the shoulders. By placing the pillow over the neck and providing support to the head in all directions, the head is effectively secured. Both the rear and jaw support areas include two sets of petal units, ensuring that the jaw and back of the head are positioned between these units, avoiding direct support and improving comfort. Furthermore, the petal units are filled with pressure-dispersed foam particles, allowing the pillow to wrap around the supported areas while providing support, achieving a precise, customized fit for enhanced comfort. This structure fundamentally overcomes the openness of traditional U-shaped pillows, creating a nearly closed, three-dimensional support space that ensures effective support for the neck in all directions, including front, back, left, right, and lateral.

[0038] To better understand the above technical solutions, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although exemplary embodiments of the present invention are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the present invention can be understood more clearly and thoroughly, and that the scope of the present invention can be fully conveyed to those skilled in the art.

[0039] Reference Figure 1 An adaptive all-around support neck pillow based on a biomimetic partitioned ring structure includes two stacked support ring units 1 and an inflatable unit 2 sandwiched between the two support ring units 1.

[0040] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3The support ring unit 1 and the inflation unit 2 have a sleeve hole 11 in the middle for the head to pass through and fit around the neck. The support ring unit 1 is divided into functional areas including a rear support area 12 that abuts against the back of the neck and supports the head, a jaw support area 13 that abuts against the front of the neck and supports the jaw, and two sets of lateral oblique support areas 14 that fill the gap between the shoulders and neck. Both the rear support area 12 and the jaw support area 13 include two sets of petal units 15 that are arranged in parallel and interconnected. Each of the two sets of lateral oblique support areas 14 includes a set of petal units 15 and is separated from the adjacent petal units 15. The petal units 15 are filled with foam particles that are freely dispersed and flow under pressure.

[0041] The user simply slips the entire neck pillow over their neck, with the rear support area 12 positioned at the back of the neck, the chin support area 13 at the chin, and the lateral support area 14 at the shoulders. By slipping it over the neck and providing support to the head from all directions, the head is effectively secured. Both the rear support area 12 and the chin support area 13 include two sets of petal units 15, ensuring that the chin and chin are positioned between the two sets of petal units 15 when supporting the back of the head and chin, avoiding direct support and improving comfort. Furthermore, the petal units 15 are filled with foam particles that disperse and flow under pressure, allowing the neck pillow to wrap around the supported areas while providing support, achieving a precise, customized fit. This structure fundamentally overcomes the openness of traditional U-shaped pillows, creating a nearly enclosed, three-dimensional support space that ensures effective support for the neck in all directions, including front, back, left, right, and lateral.

[0042] Once the head position is stable, friction and interlocking effects occur between the particles, creating a non-Newtonian fluid-like property of "becoming stronger with stronger forces." That is, it is soft under slight movements but becomes tough under sudden impacts or sustained pressure, thus providing a stable support base and achieving an intelligent mechanical distribution of "soft on the outside and hard on the inside."

[0043] The inflatable unit 2 is a ring-shaped airbag. Inflating the inside of the inflatable unit 2 increases the distance between the two supporting ring units 1. The thickness of the inner cavity of the inflatable unit 2 gradually increases from the center to the outside, and the axial cross-sectional shape of the inflatable unit 2 is an acute-angled isosceles triangle. By setting the inflatable unit 2 to have a thinner inner ring and a thicker outer ring, and to increase in size from the inside to the outside, the distance between the outer rings of the two supporting ring units 1 is greater after inflation, thus providing better support for the jaw, back of the head, and sides of the head.

[0044] The inflation unit 2 is divided into functional zones according to the support ring unit 1. Each zone of the inflation unit 2 is inflated independently. An inflation valve core 21 is embedded in the outer periphery of each zone of the inflation unit 2. The lower end of the lower support ring unit 1 is equipped with an inflation tube 22 that inserts into the inflation valve core 21 for inflation and deflation. By dividing the inflation unit 2 according to the zones of the support ring unit 1 and inflating it independently, the inflation unit 2 of a specific zone can be inflated individually according to usage requirements, thereby adjusting the support effect. Inflating and deflation of the inflation unit 2 only requires inserting the inflation tube 22 into the inflation valve core 21 and manual operation, which is more convenient.

[0045] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The support ring unit 1 contains multiple sets of support airbags 23. These airbags 23 are connected to the inflation unit 2 and inflate along with it. The airbags 23 extend vertically from the inside of the support ring unit 15 to the outside, with their edges bonded to the inner wall of the petal unit 15. Multiple through holes 231 are formed in the center of each airbag 23 along its extension direction to allow foam particles to flow. When the inflation unit 2 is inflated, air flows directly into the airbags 23, which then support the petal unit 15, improving the overall support of the neck pillow. Simultaneously, the foam particles can flow through the through holes 231 without affecting the deformation of the support ring unit 1.

[0046] The inflation unit 2 has multiple ventilation holes 24 evenly spaced around its circumference, which are opened along the axial direction of the vertical support ring unit 1. When the user wears the neck pillow, as the head moves, air can flow inside and outside the neck pillow along the ventilation holes 24, thereby reducing stuffiness.

[0047] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4The petal unit 15, which is inclined towards the support area 14, is connected to the adjacent petal unit 15 by an elastic ligament 16. The elastic ligament 16 is elastically stretched in the circumferential direction of the support ring unit 1 and is circular in shape. The middle of the elastic ligament 16 forms a channel for the flow of foam particles between adjacent areas. The inner surface of the elastic ligament 16 is divided into two parts and forms a Velcro that can adhesively separate the two adjacent areas. The support ring unit 1 has a filling port 17 for adding foam particles and a cap 18 is sealed at the filling port 17. The setting of the elastic ligament 16 makes it easier for the head to pass through when wearing the neck pillow, and also makes the neck pillow suitable for various people. By bonding and opening the inner surface of the elastic ligament 16, the two adjacent areas on the support ring unit 1 can be closed or connected. With the filling port 17, it is convenient to take out or add foam particles as needed, and the number of foam particles in each block can be adjusted as needed, so that different people can adjust the neck pillow to a more suitable state.

[0048] A stain-resistant surface layer 3 is detachably bonded to the upper surface of the upper support ring unit 1. The surface of the stain-resistant surface layer 3 is made of skin-friendly velvet. This reduces the amount of dirt that gets onto the surface of the neck pillow when it is used. The stain-resistant surface layer 3 is detachably attached to the upper surface of the support ring unit 1, making it easier to remove and clean after a period of use.

[0049] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0050] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0051] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that they are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "over," or "on top" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," or "beneath" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0052] In the description of this specification, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0053] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make modifications, alterations, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on bionic zonular ring group structure, characterized in that: The application relates to a support ring unit (1) which comprises two layers of stacked support ring units (1), a sleeve hole (11) is arranged in the middle of the two layers of support ring units (1) and used for sleeving the head and the neck, the support ring unit (1) is divided into a rear support area (12) which is used for abutting against the rear neck and supporting the head, a chin support area (13) which is used for abutting against the front neck and supporting the chin, and two groups of side oblique support areas (14) which are used for filling the gap between the shoulder and the neck, the rear support area (12) and the chin support area (13) each comprise two groups of petal units (15) which are arranged in parallel and are communicated with each other, the two groups of side oblique support areas (14) each comprise a group of petal units (15) and are separated from the adjacent petal units (15), and the petal units (15) are filled with foam particles which are free to flow under pressure.

2. The self-adaptive omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The application further relates to an inflation unit (2) which is arranged between the two layers of support ring units (1) and is in the form of a ring-shaped air bag, the inflation unit (2) is inflated as required to increase the spacing between the two layers of support ring units (1).

3. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inflation unit (2) is gradually thickened in thickness from the center to the outside, and the axial cross-sectional shape of the inflation unit (2) is an acute isosceles triangle.

4. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inflation unit (2) is divided into different areas according to the functional division of the support ring unit (1) and is separated, and each area of the inflation unit (2) is inflated independently.

5. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: An inflation valve core (21) is inlaid on the outer periphery of each area of the inflation unit (2), and a lower end of the lower layer of support ring units (1) is provided with an inflation pipe (22) which is inserted into the inflation valve core (21) and is used for inflating and deflating.

6. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: A plurality of support air bags (23) are arranged in the support ring unit (1), the support air bags (23) are communicated with the inflation unit (2) and are inflated when the inflation unit (2) is inflated, the support air bags (23) extend along the inside of the support ring unit (1) from the inside to the outside in the petal units (15) and are in the form of vertical, and a plurality of through holes (231) for the flow of the foam particles are arranged in the middle of the support air bags (23) along the extending direction of the support air bags (23).

7. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: A plurality of air permeation holes (24) are uniformly and spacedly arranged on the circumference of the inflation unit (2), and the air permeation holes (24) are arranged along the vertical direction of the axial direction of the support ring unit (1).

8. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The petal units (15) of the side oblique support areas (14) are connected with the adjacent petal units (15) through elastic ligaments (16), and the elastic ligaments (16) are elastically stretched in the circumferential direction of the support ring unit (1).

9. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The elastic ligaments (16) are in the form of a circular ring, the middle of the elastic ligaments (16) forms a channel for the flow of the foam particles between two adjacent areas, the inner surfaces of the elastic ligaments (16) are divided into two parts and form magic tapes which can be bonded to separate two adjacent areas, and a feeding opening (17) for adding the foam particles is arranged on the support ring unit (1) and is sealed by a sealing cover (18).

10. The self-adapting omni-directional support neck pillow based on the bionic zonal ring group structure of claim 1, wherein: A dirt-proof surface layer (3) is detachably fixed on the upper surface of the upper layer of support ring units (1), and the surface of the dirt-proof surface layer (3) is a skin-friendly velvet surface.

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