Mattresses and beds

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of beds, and provides a cushion and a bed, wherein the cushion comprises a support layer assembly, the support layer assembly is embedded with a pipeline channel; an air bag assembly is located on the support layer assembly; a pipeline assembly is at least partially arranged in the pipeline channel and is in communication with the air bag assembly. The technical scheme of the application effectively solves the problem that the cushion comfort is poor due to the fixation of the air pipe in the prior art.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of beds, and more particularly to a mattress and bed. Background Technology

[0002] With the improvement of people's living standards and the development of network technology, the concept of smart home is becoming more and more mature, including various home appliances or smart home products such as air conditioners, refrigerators, televisions, mobile phones, rice cookers, and smart gateways. Smart home products all have WiFi modules, temperature and humidity sensors, etc., which constitute the overall ecosystem of smart homes.

[0003] As the most crucial component of furniture, the bed is gradually evolving towards intelligent technology. Modules such as smart Bluetooth modules and speakers are being integrated into smart beds. The inclusion of airbag components to achieve different functions is one of the current hot features of smart beds.

[0004] In existing technologies, airbags on smart beds are placed on the mattress, and air tubes connected to the airbags are placed on the support layer, with the air tubes fixed to the mattress using air tube clamps. Because the air tube clamps are larger than the air tubes themselves, the body can easily feel their presence, affecting sleep comfort. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application provides a mat and bed to solve the problem of poor mat comfort caused by the fixation of the trachea in the prior art.

[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides a mat, comprising: a support layer assembly having embedded tubing channels; an airbag assembly located on the support layer assembly; and a tubing assembly having at least partially penetrated within the tubing channels and connected to the airbag assembly.

[0007] Furthermore, the support layer assembly includes a sponge support layer, and the pipeline channels are disposed within the sponge support layer.

[0008] Furthermore, the pipeline channel includes multiple longitudinal holes, each extending along the length of the mat and arranged sequentially along the width of the mat.

[0009] Furthermore, each longitudinal hole has a longitudinal slit extending to the top surface of the sponge support layer.

[0010] Furthermore, the piping assembly includes multiple vent pipes, each vent pipe being installed in a corresponding longitudinal hole.

[0011] Furthermore, the piping assembly also includes an air inlet pipe and a valve. The air inlet pipe is connected to the air inlet of the valve, the air outlet of the valve is connected to the first end of the air outlet pipe, and the second end of the air outlet pipe is connected to the airbag assembly.

[0012] Furthermore, the support layer assembly includes a support layer body located on the side of the sponge support layer away from the airbag assembly, the support layer body having a receiving space, and the valve located within the receiving space.

[0013] Furthermore, the valve includes an inlet and multiple outlets, with each outlet pipe connected to each outlet of the valve in a corresponding manner.

[0014] Furthermore, the valves abut against the support layer assembly so that the outlets of each valve are correspondingly located within the longitudinal holes.

[0015] Furthermore, the axis of the valve's air inlet is perpendicular to the axes of each of the valve's air outlets.

[0016] Furthermore, each vent pipe is interference-fitted with its corresponding longitudinal hole.

[0017] Furthermore, the mat also includes an airbag support layer, which is disposed between the support layer assembly and the airbag assembly.

[0018] Furthermore, the airbag assembly includes multiple airbags, each airbag extending along the length of the pad, and the air inlet of each airbag having a predetermined distance along the width of the pad.

[0019] Furthermore, there are multiple airbag assemblies and multiple tubing assemblies corresponding to the airbag assemblies.

[0020] Secondly, this application provides a bed, including a mattress, which is the mattress described above.

[0021] The technical solutions provided in this application have the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0022] In this application's technical solution, the airbag assembly is located on the support layer assembly, which has embedded tubing channels. The tubing assembly is at least partially inserted within these channels. This design eliminates the need for the tubing assembly to be laid on the support layer assembly and then secured with air tube clamps. This eliminates the need for bulky objects like air tube clamps in the mat, resulting in a more comfortable feel. This technical solution effectively solves the problem of poor mat comfort caused by the fixation of air tubes in existing technologies. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the invention and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the invention.

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 An exploded structural diagram of the mat according to an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0026] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the location of the foam support layer of the pad and the valves of the piping assembly;

[0027] Figure 3 It shows Figure 1 A top view of the sponge support layer of the cushion;

[0028] Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cross-section of the sponge support layer;

[0029] Figure 5 It shows Figure 3 A bottom view of the sponge support layer;

[0030] Figure 6 It shows Figure 1 A top view of the airbag support layer;

[0031] Figure 7 It shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the air bladder in the cushion;

[0032] Figure 8 It shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the airbag assembly of the cushion;

[0033] Figure 9 It shows Figure 1 A schematic diagram illustrating the working process of the airbag assembly of the cushion.

[0034] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0035] 10. Support layer assembly; 11. Piping channel; 12. Accommodation space; 13. Sponge support layer; 14. Airbag support layer; 20. Airbag assembly; 21. Airbag; 30. Piping assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, a cushion according to this embodiment includes: a support layer assembly 10, an airbag assembly 20, and a tubing assembly 30. The support layer assembly 10 has a tubing channel 11 embedded therein. The airbag assembly 20 is located on the support layer assembly 10. The tubing assembly 30 is at least partially inserted into the tubing channel 11 and communicates with the airbag assembly 20.

[0038] In this application's technical solution, the airbag assembly 20 is located on the support layer assembly 10, and the support layer assembly 10 has an embedded pipe channel 11. The pipe assembly 30 is at least partially inserted within the pipe channel 11. With this structure, the pipe assembly 30 does not need to be laid on the support layer assembly 10 and then secured with an air tube clamp. This eliminates the need for a bulky object like the air tube clamp in the mat, resulting in a better user experience. This technical solution effectively solves the problem of poor mat comfort caused by the fixation of the air tube in existing technologies.

[0039] like Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the support layer assembly 10 is further provided with a receiving space 12 connected to the pipeline channel 11. The pipeline assembly 30 includes an air inlet pipe, a valve, and an air outlet pipe. The air inlet pipe is connected to the air inlet of the valve, the first end of the air outlet pipe is connected to the air outlet of the valve, and the second end of the air outlet pipe is connected to the airbag assembly 20. The valve is located within the receiving space 12. The valve allows for effective control of air intake parameters, such as air intake volume, air intake pressure, or the opening and closing of each air outlet branch.

[0040] like Figure 3As shown, in this embodiment, the support layer assembly 10 includes a support layer body, and the receiving space 12 is located within the support layer body. This structure improves the human body's comfort. Specifically, the support layer body can be a rigid sponge or a pocket spring assembly. When the support layer body is a rigid sponge, a portion of the rigid sponge is hollowed out to create the receiving space. In this embodiment, the pad is a mattress, and the receiving space is located near the feet. Alternatively, the receiving space 12 can be directly placed in the sponge support layer 13, for example, near the feet. It should be noted that the opening of the receiving space can face upwards, requiring additional padding layers to be laid on the upper surface for greater comfort. The opening of the receiving space can also face downwards, which allows the center of the valve to easily align with the center of the air outlet pipe. When the support layer body is a pocket spring assembly, the receiving space where the valve is placed needs to be vacated, and no pocket spring is installed in this location.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the valve includes multiple air outlets, and multiple air outlet pipes correspond one-to-one with each air outlet. This allows one valve to control multiple air outlet pipes, resulting in a compact structure. Specifically, the valve is a solenoid valve, which includes one air inlet and multiple air outlets, facilitating automatic control. For example, this embodiment also includes a control structure, with the solenoid valve connected to it. The control structure enhances human comfort and makes the airbag assembly 20 more coherent. Another possible implementation is that the main pipe has multiple branch outlets on its side wall, each branch outlet connected to a corresponding solenoid valve, and each solenoid valve connected to an air outlet pipe leading to the airbag 21.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the support layer assembly 10 includes a sponge support layer 13, which is located on the upper part of the support layer body. A pipe channel 11 is formed in the middle of the thickness direction of the sponge support layer 13. The pipe channel 11 is located in the middle of the thickness direction of the sponge support layer 13, and the vent pipe is disposed within the pipe channel 11, making it difficult for the vent pipe to detach. When the valve is disposed in the support layer body, the sponge support layer 13 has a downwardly extending hole that connects the pipe channel 11 and the receiving space 12. During installation, the valve is pressed against the sponge support layer 13 and fixed using adhesive or similar bonding methods, thus preventing misalignment of the vent pipe. In this embodiment, the sponge support layer 13 is made of sponge; however, it can also be made of other materials.

[0043] like Figure 6As shown, in this embodiment, the pad also includes an airbag support layer 14, which is disposed between the sponge support layer 13 and the airbag assembly 20. The airbag support layer 14 has through holes that connect the airbag assembly 20 and the sponge support layer 13. These through holes correspond to the upward-facing through holes of the longitudinally elongated holes in the sponge support layer 13, facilitating communication between the airbag assembly 20 and the tubing assembly 30. It should be noted that this location does not require bending of the air outlet tube of the airbag assembly 20; a bend can be used, thus minimizing the impact of the curvature of the air outlet tube. The airbag support layer 14 effectively protects the air outlet tube from detaching, misaligning, or deforming from the longitudinal seam. The airbag support layer 14 is bonded to the sponge support layer 13 using adhesive; alternatively, Velcro fastening can be used in other embodiments.

[0044] like Figures 3 to 5 As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, the pipeline channel 11 includes multiple longitudinal holes corresponding one-to-one with multiple air outlet pipes. Each longitudinal hole extends along the length direction of the pad and is arranged sequentially along the width direction of the pad. The arrangement of multiple longitudinal holes ensures that the various air outlet pipes do not interfere with each other, and the sequential arrangement of the longitudinal holes along the width direction of the pad ensures that the force on the pad is relatively balanced. It should be noted that each airbag in the airbag assembly 20 has an air inlet, which is located at the bottom of the airbag. The air inlets of each airbag in the same airbag assembly 20 are arranged sequentially corresponding to the longitudinal holes. In this way, the various air outlet pipes do not need to cross or bend. The above-mentioned arrangement extends the service life and reduces maintenance costs.

[0045] like Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, each longitudinal hole has a longitudinal slit extending to the top surface of the sponge support layer 13. Because the sponge support layer 13 has a certain elasticity, the vent pipe can be squeezed into the longitudinal hole, and the longitudinal slits facilitate installation. The starting position of the longitudinal slit is the same as the starting position of the longitudinal hole, and the ending position of the longitudinal slit is the same as the ending position of the longitudinal hole. This arrangement of longitudinal slits ensures convenient installation and minimizes damage to the sponge support layer 13, thus ensuring both comfort and robustness.

[0046] like Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, the valve abuts against the support layer assembly 10 so that the outlets of each valve are correspondingly located within the longitudinal holes. This structure makes the fixation more secure. Specifically, the circumferential outer wall of each branch outlet of the valve is bonded to the support layer assembly 10. It should be noted that the valve can abut against the horizontal opening, and when the longitudinal hole has a downward-opening extension hole, each branch outlet of the valve abuts against the extension hole of the longitudinal hole.

[0047] like Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, each vent pipe is interference-fitted with its corresponding longitudinal hole. This fit structure is compact and easy to install. Alternatively, each vent pipe can be fixed by bonding it to the longitudinal hole. The friction surface between the vent pipe and the corresponding longitudinal hole is relatively large, resulting in significant friction. The interference fit further ensures that the vent pipe is not easily misaligned. It should be noted that the cross-section of the longitudinal hole can be elliptical, and the cross-section of the vent pipe is also an ellipse corresponding to the ellipse of the longitudinal hole's cross-section. This structure prevents installation misalignment and rotation of the vent pipe. It should also be noted that the longitudinal hole can have a rotation plane; for example, the cross-section of the longitudinal hole can be pentagonal, and the cross-section of the vent pipe can also be a pentagon corresponding to the cross-section of the longitudinal hole. Of course, the cross-section of the longitudinal hole can also have only one plane.

[0048] In the technical solution of this embodiment (not shown in the figure), the axis of the valve's air inlet is perpendicular to the axis of each of the valve's air outlets. Since the valve has a bend, the air outlet pipe at this location does not need to have a bend for matching, resulting in a compact structure.

[0049] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in this embodiment, the airbag assembly 20 includes multiple airbags 21, each extending along the length of the pad, and the air inlet of each airbag 21 is spaced a predetermined distance along the width of the pad. This ensures that the air inlets of the airbag assembly 20 do not interfere with each other, resulting in a more balanced force distribution on the pad. The piping assembly 30 also includes multiple elbows, with the first end of each elbow connected to the air outlet pipe and the second end of each elbow connected to each airbag 21. The airbags 21 of the same group of airbag assemblies 20 are flush along the width of the pad.

[0050] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown in the technical solution of this embodiment, the airbag 21 includes: multiple sub-airbags and connecting parts. The sub-airbags are stacked, and connecting parts are provided between adjacent sub-airbags to connect them. The airbag 21 includes multiple sub-airbags (two shown in the figure), and the sub-airbags are connected by the connecting parts, so that when one sub-airbag is inflated, the other sub-airbags can also be inflated. The stacked sub-airbags increase the height of the airbag after inflation without requiring an increase in the width of the airbag. This structure increases the pushing height of the airbag without changing the structure of the mattress or bed.

[0051] It should be noted that the individual airbags are stacked along the thickness direction of the bed; in this embodiment, they are stacked on top of each other. The connecting part has a preset extension distance along the thickness direction of the bed, which facilitates the arrangement and combination of the airbags when used in combination, for example, multiple airbags can be combined in a clamping manner. In this embodiment, the individual airbags are not simply stacked; the individual airbags and the connecting part are integrally formed structures, or are connected and fixed by methods such as bonding, riveting, sewing, or welding.

[0052] like Figure 7 As shown in the technical solution of this embodiment, when the airbag is fully inflated, the height of the first side of the airbag is greater than the height of the second side. This facilitates subsequent combination and configuration of the airbag, such as stacking multiple airbags or using clamping structures. Combining airbags can improve human comfort and makes their configuration more flexible, meeting the needs of people of different weights, genders, and heights. There are several ways to achieve the first side of the airbag being greater than the second side; for example, it can be achieved by having the second sub-airbag tilted upwards.

[0053] like Figure 7 As shown, in this embodiment, the length of the first side of the connecting portion is greater than the length of the second side of the connecting portion. The first side of the connecting portion coincides with the first side of the airbag, and the second side of the connecting portion coincides with the second side of the airbag. There are various ways to achieve the height of the first side of the airbag being greater than the height of the second side of the airbag. In this embodiment, the height of the first side of the airbag is greater than the height of the second side of the airbag by setting the length of the first side of the connecting portion to be greater than the length of the second side of the connecting portion. This structure facilitates the combination and arrangement of multiple airbags, for example, by placing the airbag in the gap between the sub-airbags. Here, the first side of the connecting portion specifically refers to the front of the connecting portion, and the second side of the connecting portion specifically refers to the rear of the connecting portion. The front and rear of the connecting portion decrease linearly. As those skilled in the art will understand, when the number of multiple sub-airbags is two, there is one connecting portion; when the number of multiple sub-airbags is three, there are two connecting portions; when the number of multiple sub-airbags is four, there are three connecting portions, and so on. This will not be elaborated further here.

[0054] like Figure 7 As shown, in this embodiment, the distance between the connecting part and the first side of the airbag is greater than or equal to the distance between the connecting part and the second side of the airbag. This structure allows for a larger mating area when multiple airbags are combined, resulting in stable mating between the airbags.

[0055] like Figure 7As shown, in this embodiment, the length of the connecting portion to the second side of the airbag is 1 / 8 to 1 / 2 of the length from the first side to the second side of the airbag. This makes the airbag 21 fit more stably when assembled; for example, the mating area is larger when the airbag 21 and the airbag are clamped together. In a more preferred embodiment, the length of the connecting portion to the second side of the airbag is 1 / 4 to 1 / 3 of the length from the first side to the second side of the airbag.

[0056] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0057] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A mat, characterized in that include: A support layer assembly (10) is provided with a pipe channel (11). The support layer assembly (10) includes a sponge support layer (13). The pipe channel is disposed in the sponge support layer (13), and the pipe channel (11) is opened in the middle of the thickness direction of the sponge support layer (13). The pipe channel (11) includes a plurality of longitudinal holes. Each longitudinal hole extends along the length direction of the pad and is arranged sequentially along the width direction of the pad. Each longitudinal hole has a longitudinal slit to the top surface of the sponge support layer (13). An airbag assembly (20) is located on the support layer assembly (10); A tubing assembly (30) is at least partially inserted into the tubing channel (11) and communicates with the airbag assembly (20); The cushion also includes an airbag support layer (14), which is disposed between the support layer assembly (10) and the airbag assembly (20). The airbag support layer (14) has through holes that connect the airbag assembly (20) and the sponge support layer (13). The through holes correspond to the upward through holes of the upwardly elongated holes in the sponge support layer (13) to enable communication between the airbag assembly (20) and the tubing assembly (30).

2. The mat of claim 1, wherein, The pipeline assembly (30) includes multiple air outlet pipes, each of which is disposed in a corresponding longitudinal hole.

3. The mat of claim 2, wherein, The piping assembly (30) also includes an air inlet pipe and a valve. The air inlet pipe is connected to the air inlet of the valve, the air outlet of the valve is connected to the first end of the air outlet pipe, and the second end of the air outlet pipe is connected to the airbag assembly (20).

4. The mat of claim 3, wherein, The support layer assembly (10) includes a support layer body located on the side of the sponge support layer (13) away from the airbag assembly, the support layer body having a receiving space (12) and the valve located within the receiving space (12).

5. The mat of claim 4, wherein, The valve includes an inlet and multiple outlets, and each outlet pipe is connected to each outlet of the valve in a corresponding manner.

6. The mat of claim 5, wherein, The valves abut against the support layer assembly (10) so that the outlets of each valve are correspondingly located within each of the longitudinal holes.

7. The mat of claim 3, wherein, The axis of the valve's air inlet is perpendicular to the axis of each of the valve's air outlets.

8. The mat of claim 2, wherein, Each of the aforementioned air outlet pipes is interference-fitted with the corresponding longitudinal orifice.

9. The mat according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, There are multiple airbag assemblies (20) and multiple tubing assemblies (30) corresponding to the airbag assemblies (20).

10. A bed characterized in that, Includes a mat, said mat being any one of claims 1 to 9.

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