Systems and methods for hinged bedding assemblies

a technology of hinged bedding and mattress, which is applied in the direction of beds, couches, sofas, etc., can solve the problems of reducing the lifespan of mattresses, reducing the use of stabilizing and reinforcing structures, and reducing mechanical stress
US20090025150A1Inactive Publication Date: 2009-01-29DREAMWELL
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
DREAMWELL
Publication Date
2009-01-29
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

In many aspects, the systems and methods described herein include mattress having a top sleeping layer disposed on top of a support layer. The support layer includes polyurethane foam having channels comprising one or more slits on both sides of a surface to act as hinges for articulation. The channels may be aligned with the joints of the articulated sections of the foundation or frame of the adjustable bedding assembly. When the sections articulate about the joints, the channels allow the overlying top layer to conform to the sections while reducing wear and tear therein.
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FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] This invention relates to mattresses and mattress assemblies for adjustable beds, and more generally, assemblies for adjustable furniture.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Adjustable bed constructions typically include a mattress placed on top of a rigid foundation having articulating arms that move the entire mattress or portions thereof. The foundation includes a plurality of sections that may be adjusted relative to one another such that mattresses that are disposed on the foundation, bend and conform with the articulated sections of the rigid foundation to provide comfort or therapy as needed. However, repeated bending and articulation of the mattresses near the joints of the articulated sections often cause wear and tear and reduce the lifespan of the mattresses.

[0003] For example, in conventional innerspring mattresses, springs distort near the joints and at the edges from bending. Conventional innerspring mattresses include stabilizing and reinforcin...

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