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Stadium seat

a seat and seat technology, applied in the field of seat cushion configurations, can solve the problems of cushion user's inability to enjoy, no support to the body, and sore buttocks and lower backs, and achieve the effect of creating comfort, increasing comfort for seated users, and initial softness for users

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-03-23
HAMILTON LAWRENCE S +1
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Benefits of technology

"The present invention is a multiple layered seating cushion that provides comfort to the human body in a seated position. The cushion has alternating layers of foam with different types, densities, and elasticities. This weight distribution and suspension system helps to disburse the body's weight over multiple layers, creating greater comfort for the user. The cushion also retains its softness over time, unlike other seat cushions that bottom out quickly. The invention includes a cover, a vinyl cushion, a fabric cushion backing, and a mesh pocket for holding small items. The invention can be applied to different embodiments and can be practiced in various ways."

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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[0047] Before explaining the disclosed embodiment of the present invention in detail it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of the particular arrangement shown since the invention is capable of other embodiments. Also, the terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation.

[0048] Referring now to FIG. 1, an isometric view of a seat cushion cover, the weight distribution and suspension system is shown in the embodiment of a seat cushion and seat cushion cover, 20, and displayed with its many features. Seat cushion cover, 20, is illustrated with a cover comprised of vinyl material, 22, and fabric covered cording, 26. The edges of seat cushion cover, 20, are finished and sewn using cording with fabric covered cording, 26. Seat cushion cover, 20, is illustrated with nylon strap handle, 32, sewn to the cover front, used for the purposes of easily carrying the seat cushion assembly by hand. Seat cushion cove...

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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.

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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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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A47C27/15
CPCA47C4/52A47C31/08A47C27/15A47C7/021
Inventor HAMILTON, LAWRENCE S.LOM, TIMOTHY M.
Owner HAMILTON LAWRENCE S
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