Stadium seat

Abstract

A weight distribution and suspension system is disclosed. This system provides comfort for the human body in a seated position by using a plurality of foam layers of alternating densities and elasticities to form a seat cushion. In one embodiment, the system is comprised of a plurality of foam layers of alternating densities and elasticities, a vinyl cushion cover, a second layer of vinyl, covering the top surface and creating a pocket, a fabric cushion backing, a mesh pocket for holding small items, a nylon zipper, and one or more elastic bands for holding small items. In this embodiment the system is intended to provide user comfort in stadium seating.

Description

CLAIM TO PRIORITY [0001] Applicants hereby claim priority under all rights to which they are entitled under 35 U.S.C. Section 120 based upon the U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60 / 606,917 for this patent application filed at the United States Patent and Trademark Office on Sep. 3, 2004.FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates to the field of seat cushion configurations. In particular, the present invention relates to a plurality of foam or fiber layers of different types, densities, and elasticities used to create a weight distribution and suspension system to obtain a longer lasting softness and more comfortable cushion for user body comfort. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] This invention pertains to a seat cushion apparatus that utilizes a weight distribution and suspension system to cushion the body of the user when he or she is seated on a hard surface for an extended period of time. It is not uncommon to be in attendance at an event where the only op...

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Benefits of technology

[0030] A primary advantage of the present invention is that the weight distribution and suspension system creates comfort to the human body seated on the cushion by displacing weight and downward force on the cushion over a plurality of foam layers of alternating densities and elasticities. This disbursement of body weight takes place not only over the top cushion surface, but also over the horizontal surfaces of each laminated foam layer. When weight is applied to the center area of the cushion, the compression is distributed below, thus creating greater comfort to the seated user.

[0031] Another advantage of the present invention is that the plurality of foam layers of alternating types, densities, and elasticities provides not only an initial softness to the user, but also provides retention of softness. Where other seat cushions will bottom out with use, this cushion allows for comfortable use over far greater periods of time.

[0032] There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more important features of the invention in order that the detailed description thereof that follows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated. There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.

[0033] As such, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception, upon which this disclosure is based, may readily be utilized as a basis for the designing of other structures, methods and systems for carrying out the several purposes of the present invention. It is important, therefore, that the claims be regarded as including such equivalent constructions insofar as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

Problems solved by technology

After sitting on such a seating surface for even a short amount of time, the buttocks and lower back may become sore and uncomfortable because the cushion is either too firm or too soft such that it compresses completely to the hard surface below, leaving no support to the body of the user of the cushion.

Such discomfort may make the cushion user unable to enjoy the event and may lead to more severe health concerns.

However, these inventions do not provide a cushion that is designed to distribute weight and retain its softness.

No art exists providing a technique or system to address a way to obtain a softer more comfortable cushion for an extended period of time.

These and other problems exist.

This patent discloses a seat suspension arrangement, but it does not disclose pads with a plurality of layers of varying types and thickness of foam to provide support of the body.

This patent does not disclose pads with a plurality of layers of varying types and thickness of foam to provide support of the body.

Although this patent discloses the use of a plurality of foam pieces, it does not disclose the use of a plurality of foam layers of alternating types, densities, and elasticities to provide support and comfort to the user.

However, this patent does not disclose a plurality of layers of varying types and thickness of foam to provide softness and retention of softness.

This folding cushion patent does not, however, disclose a plurality of layers of varying types and thickness of foam to provide softness and retention of softness.

This patent, however, relies only on a single pad cushion and does not disclose or suggest a plurality of pads or layers of different types or thicknesses.

Although this patent discloses a seat cushion for use in stadiums, it does not disclose a plurality of pads or layers of different types or thicknesses.

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