Air support system

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an air support system including an outer plate, an inner plate rotatably and hingedly coupled to the outer plate, and a bag fixed to the inner plate and disposed between the outer plate and the inner plate. The bag includes a main portion located on an upper surface of the outer plate and a sub-portion located on a lower surface of the inner plate. The sub-portion includes a clamping portion connected to the inner plate, and an intake space is formed in the main portion as the inner plate rotates with expansion of the sub-portion.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to an air support system configured for use in a seat. Background Technology

[0002] Seats in vehicles, office chairs, medical chairs, etc., can utilize the pressure of fluids such as air to achieve various functions. These functions include adjusting seat height, adjusting backrest angle, and supporting the lumbar spine. More specifically, a seat for a vehicle is described. A segmented seat cushion can be incorporated into the backrest frame to provide lumbar support, and fluid can be injected into the lumbar support cushion under the occupant's control to properly support the lumbar spine.

[0003] In systems that use fluid pressure to support or apply pressure to a user's body, a period of time is required for the fluid to be inhaled and for an appropriate pressure level to be established. However, as the time required to generate sufficient pressure to support the user's body increases, the marketability of the system decreases.

[0004] The statements in this section are provided only as background information in connection with this disclosure and may not constitute prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problems to be solved by this disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned technical problems, and other technical problems not mentioned above can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description.

[0006] This disclosure provides an air support system, including: an outer panel; an inner panel rotatably and hingedly connected to the outer panel; and a bladder-like member fixed to the inner panel and disposed between the outer and inner panels. The bladder-like member includes: a main portion located on an upper surface of the outer panel; and a secondary portion located on a lower surface of the inner panel. The secondary portion includes a snap-fit ​​portion connected to the inner panel, and when the inner panel rotates in response to the expansion of the secondary portion, an air intake space is formed in the main portion.

[0007] According to one embodiment, the outer panel can be fixedly connected to a seat frame that defines the external shape of the seat.

[0008] According to the implementation method, the outer panel can be disposed on at least one of the seat back frame and the seat cushion frame.

[0009] According to the embodiment, the bladder can rotate the inner plate by drawing in or expelling fluid.

[0010] According to one embodiment, the air support system may include a pneumatic component configured to supply fluid to or discharge fluid from the bladder-like structure. Specifically, the pneumatic component is connected to a main portion and a secondary portion of the bladder-like structure.

[0011] According to an embodiment, the pneumatic component may include: a pump configured to pressurize and deliver fluid; and a pipe configured to supply the pressurized fluid to a bladder or to discharge fluid contained in the bladder.

[0012] According to an embodiment, the pneumatic part may further include: a valve connected to a pipe; and a valve controller configured to supply fluid to the bladder or discharge fluid contained in the bladder by adjusting the opening of the valve.

[0013] According to an embodiment, the secondary portion may include a secondary pad. The main portion may include: a first main pad disposed on the upper surface of the outer panel; and a second main pad connected to the upper surface of the first main pad. A pneumatic component may be connected to the secondary pad and the first main pad, and supply fluid to the secondary portion or discharge fluid contained in the secondary portion.

[0014] According to one embodiment, the pneumatic component may include a tube connected to the bladder-like member, and the tube may include a first section connected to the secondary pad and a second section connected to the first primary pad. The tube toward the secondary pad may be shorter than the tube toward the first primary pad, such that fluid is preferentially supplied to the secondary pad.

[0015] According to the embodiment, the inner plate can rotate by the fluid drawn into the secondary part, thereby forming air intake spaces in the first main pad and the second main pad respectively.

[0016] According to the implementation, the first main pad and the second main pad can be in communication with each other, the secondary pad and the second main pad can be in communication with each other, and the fluid supplied to the secondary pad and the first main pad can be supplied to the second main pad.

[0017] According to the embodiment, the secondary part is thermally bonded to the main part, and the secondary part and the main part can be connected to each other through the thermally bonded portion.

[0018] According to the embodiment, in response to the inner plate rotating due to the expansion of the secondary portion, the thermally bonded portion is pulled, thereby forming an air intake space in the main portion.

[0019] According to one embodiment, the secondary portion may include a secondary pad. The main portion may include: a first main pad disposed on the upper surface of the outer panel; and a second main pad connected to the upper surface of the first main pad. A pneumatic component may be connected to the secondary pad and the first main pad, and supply fluid to the secondary portion and the first main pad or discharge fluid contained in the secondary portion and the first main pad.

[0020] According to one embodiment, the pneumatic component may include a tube connected to the bladder-like member, and the tube may include a first tube and a second tube, which branch off from predetermined points and are respectively connected to a secondary pad and a first primary pad. The length of the first tube toward the secondary pad may be equal to or less than the length of the second tube toward the first primary pad.

[0021] According to one embodiment, an air support system includes: an outer panel; an inner panel hinged to the outer panel; and a bladder-like member disposed between the outer panel and the inner panel. The bladder-like member includes: a main portion disposed on a surface of the outer panel; and a secondary portion disposed on a surface of the inner panel and connected to the inner panel. Specifically, the secondary portion of the bladder-like member is configured to expand by drawing in fluid and rotate the inner panel. When the inner panel rotates in response to the expansion of the secondary portion, an air intake space is formed in the main portion.

[0022] According to the air support system disclosed herein, when the inner plate begins to rotate, an air intake space is ensured in the main part of the bladder-like member, so that fluid can be quickly drawn into the main part, and the inner plate can rotate, thereby achieving rapid responsiveness of the air support system.

[0023] The effects obtained through this disclosure are not limited to those described above, and other effects not mentioned above will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of an air support system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a view showing an air support system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a view showing the state in which the inner plate begins to rotate due to the fluid drawn in by the secondary section.

[0027] Figures 4 to 6 This is a view showing the state in which the inner plate, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, is rotated by fluid drawn in by the bladder-like member.

[0028] Figure 7 This is a view showing a configuration in which the secondary and main portions of a capsule-like member, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, are joined by thermal bonding.

[0029] Figure 8 and Figure 9 This is a view showing the state in which the bladder and the pneumatic part are connected by a tube according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] Figure 10 and Figure 11 This is a view showing the state in which the inner plate, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, is rotated by fluid drawn in by the bladder-like member.

[0031] Figure 12 This is a view used to illustrate the connection between the bladder-shaped member and the pneumatic part of an air support system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] The accompanying drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure in any way. Detailed Implementation

[0033] In the description of the embodiments disclosed in this disclosure, specific descriptions of well-known related technologies will be omitted when it is determined that such detailed descriptions may obscure the subject matter of the embodiments disclosed in this disclosure. Furthermore, it should be understood that the accompanying drawings are provided only to facilitate understanding of the embodiments disclosed in this disclosure by those skilled in the art, and the technical spirit disclosed in this disclosure is not limited to the drawings, and includes all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions encompassed within the spirit and scope of this disclosure. The following disclosure is not intended to limit this disclosure to the specific forms or fields described, and various alternatives and modifications to this disclosure are contemplated, whether expressly stated or implied herein. Those skilled in the art to which this disclosure pertains should recognize that the form and details of this disclosure may be changed.

[0034] This disclosure refers to certain aspects. However, as those skilled in the art will understand, different aspects of the invention can be modified or otherwise implemented in various other ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Therefore, the following description should be considered exemplary and intended to teach those skilled in the art how to make and use various embodiments. It should be understood that the specific forms shown and described in this disclosure will be considered representative embodiments. Equivalent elements, materials, processes, or steps may be substituted for those elements, materials, processes, or steps representatively illustrated and described in this disclosure. Expressions such as “comprising,” “including,” “containing,” “having,” “is,” etc., as used in this disclosure, should be interpreted in a non-exclusive manner, i.e., to allow for the depiction of items, constituent elements, or components not explicitly described. Furthermore, references to the singular should be interpreted to include references to the plural.

[0035] Furthermore, the various embodiments disclosed herein should be considered exemplary and illustrative, and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this disclosure. All references to combinations (e.g., attachment, affixing, joining, connecting, etc.) are intended only to aid in understanding this disclosure and are not intended to limit the location, orientation, or use of the components or methods disclosed herein. Therefore, when references to combinations are present, they should be interpreted broadly. Moreover, these references to combinations do not presuppose that two or more elements are directly connected to each other. Furthermore, all sequential terms, such as “first,” “second,” “third,” “primary,” “secondary,” “main,” or any other general or sequential terms, are considered merely as identifiers to aid in understanding the various components, forms, variations, or modifications of this disclosure, and are not intended to imply any limitation on any component, form, variation, or modification, or any order or preference thereof. These expressions may be used to describe various constituent elements, but the constituent elements are not limited by the corresponding expressions. The corresponding expressions are only used to distinguish one constituent element from another.

[0036] In this disclosure, each of the phrases such as “A or B”, “at least one of A or B”, “A, B or C”, “at least one of A, B or C”, and “at least one of A, B or C, or a combination thereof” can include any one or all possible combinations of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase.

[0037] In the following description, the suffixes “module,” “unit,” “part,” and “section” used to describe constituent elements are used together or interchangeably for ease of description, but the suffixes themselves do not have a distinguishing meaning or function.

[0038] When a component is described as "connected" or "attached" to another component, it should be understood that a component can be directly connected to or attached to another component, or that there can be intermediate components between the components. When a component is described as "directly connected to" or "directly attached to" another component, it should be understood that there are no intermediate components between the components.

[0039] Furthermore, the terms “control unit” or “unit” included in the name are merely terms widely used to name control devices (controllers or control units) used to control specific vehicle functions, and do not imply a general-purpose functional unit.

[0040] The controller may include: a communication device configured to communicate with another control unit or sensor to control a corresponding function; a memory configured to store an operating system, logic instructions, and input / output information; and one or more processors configured to perform determinations, calculations, decisions, etc., required to control the corresponding function.

[0041] When a component, controller, device, element, or equipment of this disclosure is described as having a purpose or performing an operation or function, the component, controller, device, element, or equipment shall be regarded herein as "configured to" satisfy that purpose or perform that operation or function.

[0042] In any of the multiple configurations disclosed in this disclosure, any number or variety of components may be included in this disclosure. Components may include any combination of features disclosed in this disclosure and be arranged in any of the various configurations disclosed in this disclosure. The concepts relating to the use and operation of the components of this disclosure, as well as the structure and arrangement of the components of this disclosure, can be applied not only to the specific embodiments discussed in this disclosure, but also to any number of embodiments in any combination. Embodiments including various arrangements and features are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0043] In the following, various embodiments disclosed herein will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Regardless of the reference numerals, the same or similar components are assigned the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0044] According to this disclosure, an air support system can be applied to any position where a person can sit. However, for ease of description, a configuration in which the air support system is installed in a vehicle seat is described. Furthermore, air can be representatively used as the fluid to be supplied to the bladder. Alternatively, other gases, such as nitrogen, can be used. Nitrogen is more stable than air and can be maintained at a predetermined pressure, allowing for stable control of the expansion and contraction of the bladder even under environments with significant temperature variations. In particular, nitrogen causes less oxidation and has higher sealing properties, which improves the durability of the bladder.

[0045] Therefore, the fluid supplied to the capsule is not limited to air, and alternatively, nitrogen, for example, can be used to improve the operational stability of the system.

[0046] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of an air support system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 2 This is a view showing an air support system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 3 This is a view showing the state in which the inner plate begins to rotate due to the fluid drawn in by the secondary section. Figures 4 to 6 This is a view showing the inner plate rotating as fluid is drawn in by the bladder-like structure. Figure 7 This is a view used to illustrate the configuration in which the secondary and main parts of the capsule are joined by thermal bonding. Figure 8 and Figure 9 This is a view showing the state in which the bladder-like component and the pneumatic part are connected by a tube. Figure 10 and Figure 11 This is a view showing the inner plate rotating as fluid is drawn in by the bladder-like structure. Figure 12 This is a view used to illustrate the connection between the bladder-like component and the pneumatic parts of the air support system.

[0047] According to the implementation method, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 12 The outer panel 100 constitutes the external structure of the air support system. The outer panel 100 can support the air support system, which includes the bladder-like member 300 and the inner panel 500. The outer panel 100 may include a hinge structure configured to facilitate rotation of the inner panel 500. The outer panel 100 may have a fastening structure allowing it to be attached to the vehicle seat frame F. Furthermore, the outer panel 100 can be made of an alloy or composite material that satisfies both lightweight properties and durability requirements. For example, aluminum alloy or high-strength plastic can be used as the material for the outer panel 100.

[0048] refer to Figures 1 to 3 The inner panel 500 is hinged to the outer panel 100, allowing the inner panel 500 to rotate around the outer panel 100. The inner panel 500 can be hinged to the outer panel 100 via bolt B. The second fastening portion 503 of the inner panel 500 is arranged to overlap with the first fastening portion 103 of the outer panel 100, which is fixedly attached to the vehicle seat frame F. Bolt B is inserted through the first fastening portion 103 and the second fastening portion 503 and fastens the first fastening portion 103 and the second fastening portion 503, allowing the inner panel 500 to rotate around the outer panel 100. Furthermore, a hook-shaped portion 511 is formed at a predetermined point on the inner panel 500, such that the secondary portion 310 of the bladder-shaped member 300 is connected to the hook-shaped portion 511 of the inner panel 500.

[0049] Simultaneously, the bladder-like member 300 is positioned between the outer panel 100 and the inner panel 500. The bladder-like member 300 can inflate to cause rotation of the inner panel 500, thus allowing the inner panel 500 to support a portion of the user's body, and the bladder-like member 300 can provide support. The bladder-like member 300 includes a secondary portion 310 and a main portion 330. The secondary portion 310 and the main portion 330 can be configured as independent components. In another embodiment, the secondary portion 310 and the main portion 330 can form an integral unit while maintaining independent internal spaces.

[0050] The main portion 330 of the bladder-like member 300 is positioned on the upper surface of the outer panel 100, and the secondary portion 310 of the bladder-like member 300 is positioned on the lower surface of the inner panel 500. Furthermore, a snap-fit ​​portion 311 is formed on the secondary portion 310 and is connected to the hook-shaped portion 511 of the inner panel 500. When the secondary portion expands, it raises the inner panel 500, which is hinged to the outer panel 100, and the inner panel 500 begins to rotate. Simultaneously, the inner panel 500 can secure air intake space in the secondary portion 310 via the hook-shaped portion 511.

[0051] With the fluid discharged from the bladder 300, the inner plate 500 is positioned above the main portion 330, and due to the load on the inner plate 500, a resistance element resisting the intake of fluid exists in the main portion 330. In other words, the resistance in the main portion 330 caused by the load on the inner plate 500 hinders the entry of fluid. However, when the inner plate 500 rotates due to the initial expansion of the secondary portion 310, the resistance caused by the inner plate (which previously acted as a resistance element resisting the intake of fluid) decreases, allowing an air intake space to be formed in the main portion 330. According to an embodiment, the hook-shaped portions 511 of the inner plate 500 can be configured as a pair of hook-shaped portions 511, and the engaging portions 311 of the secondary portion 310 can be configured as a pair of engaging portions 311 corresponding to the hook-shaped portions 511. In other words, the hook-shaped portions 511 of the inner plate 500 can be configured as a pair, and the engaging portions 311 of the secondary portion 310 can be configured as a corresponding pair engaging with the hook-shaped portions 511.

[0052] As described above, when the secondary section 310 rotates the inner plate 500, the inner plate 500 simultaneously ensures air intake space in the secondary section 310 and removes resistance present above the main section 330, thereby allowing the main section 330 to draw in fluid more smoothly. The air intake space ensured as described above allows the main section 330 to expand quickly and uniformly, thereby improving the responsiveness of the air support system.

[0053] According to one embodiment, the outer panel 100 can be fixedly connected to a seat frame F that defines the external shape of the vehicle seat. The seat frame F may include either or both of a seat back frame and a seat cushion frame. The outer panel 100 may be disposed on either or both of the seat back frame and the seat cushion frame.

[0054] In other words, with the air support system including the outer panel 100 mounted on the seat back frame, the inner panel 500 can be positioned at the upper end of the backrest and act as a shoulder reinforcement pad. When the bladder 300 inflates, this shoulder reinforcement pad supports the two opposite sides of the user's shoulders. This improves driving stability by supporting the user's upper body, thereby ensuring that the user's upper body remains firmly in contact with the seat during rapid cornering or swaying of the vehicle.

[0055] When the air support system includes an outer panel 100 mounted on the seat cushion frame, the air support system can function as a side reinforcement pad supporting the user's hips and lower back. Even when the vehicle leans left or right or during rapid cornering, this structure helps maintain close contact between the user's body and the seat. The structure also provides resistance to vehicle sway by increasing the close contact force between the seat and the user's body. Therefore, user comfort and safety while driving can be further improved.

[0056] As described above, the air support system including the outer panel 100 is a structure that can be used as various reinforcing pads depending on the specific frame position of the seat, and provides customized support and stability suitable for the user's body type and driving conditions.

[0057] According to one embodiment, the bladder 300 can be configured to rotate the inner plate 500 by drawing in or expelling fluid. When the bladder 300 expands due to the intake of fluid, causing an increase in internal pressure, the internal pressure pushes the inner plate 500 and causes it to begin rotating. In this case, since the degree and rate of expansion of the bladder 300 can be adjusted according to the amount of fluid drawn in, the rotation angle can be finely adjusted to meet the user's needs.

[0058] Conversely, when the bladder 300 contracts due to fluid discharge, the internal pressure decreases, allowing the inner plate 500 to return to its initial position or stop rotating. This process can be automatically adjusted to change the user's desired posture or ensure stability, thus helping to provide immediate support and stability even when the vehicle is in motion.

[0059] Therefore, the bladder 300 controls the rotation of the inner panel 500 by drawing in and expelling fluid. Thus, the air support system operates according to this primary principle to provide customized support to the user.

[0060] In another embodiment, a pneumatic component 700 is disposed inside the bladder-like member 300 and configured to supply or discharge fluid. (See reference) Figure 12 The pneumatic part 700 can be connected to the secondary part 310 of the bladder 300 and preferentially supply fluid to the secondary part 310 or discharge fluid contained in the secondary part 310.

[0061] The pneumatic component 700 can induce the initial rotation of the inner plate 500 by rapidly controlling the expansion and contraction of the secondary component 310. With fluid preferentially supplied to the secondary component 310, even with a relatively small amount of fluid, the secondary component 310 can expand rapidly and initiate the rotation of the inner plate 500 while simultaneously pushing it. Subsequently, when fluid is supplied to the main component 330, the entire bladder-like member 300 expands and provides stable support.

[0062] When the fluid contained in the secondary section 310 is discharged through the pneumatic section 700, the secondary section 310 can quickly contract to stop the inner plate 500 from rotating or cause the inner plate 500 to return to its initial position. Therefore, the bladder-like member 300 can optimize stability by responding quickly to requests to change and support the user's posture.

[0063] In one embodiment, the pneumatic component 700 may include: a pump 710 configured to pressurize and deliver fluid; and a pipe 720 configured to supply pressurized fluid into the interior of the bladder 300 or to discharge fluid contained in the bladder 300.

[0064] Pump 710 can pressurize fluid to a desired pressure and supply that fluid to bladder 300. Pump 710 can rapidly expand bladder 300 by pressurizing the fluid, thereby adjusting the fluid pressure according to the user's needs. Therefore, bladder 300 can expand and contract at an appropriate rate, thereby regulating the responsiveness of the air support system.

[0065] The pipe 720 serves as a channel for supplying fluid pressurized by the pump 710 into the interior of the bladder 300 or for discharging fluid contained within the bladder 300 to the outside. The pipe 720 is designed with multiple separated paths through which fluid is conveyed to the secondary portion 310 and the main portion 330 of the bladder 300 to accurately supply fluid to the desired portion or to discharge fluid. Specifically, fluid can be supplied to or discharged from the secondary portion 310, allowing the inner plate 500 to rotate rapidly.

[0066] In an embodiment, the pneumatic unit 700 may further include a valve connected to the pipe 720 and a valve controller 730 configured to supply fluid to the interior of the bladder 300 or to discharge fluid contained in the bladder 300 by adjusting the opening of the valve.

[0067] The valve is connected to the pipe 720 of the pneumatic section 700 and serves as an inlet or outlet for delivering fluid to or discharging fluid from the bladder 300. In other words, since the pump 710 is used to pressurize the fluid to the required pressure and supply the fluid to the bladder 300, the pump 710 is connected to the valve, and the flow of the fluid is controlled by the valve before it is delivered to the bladder 300 through the pipe 720. When the pump 710 operates, the pressurized fluid moves toward the valve, and the valve opens or closes the path of fluid movement, thus controlling the flow of fluid toward the bladder 300. For example, when the valve is closed, fluid in the pump 710 is not delivered to the bladder 300. When the valve is open, fluid pressurized by the pump 710 can be supplied to the bladder 300.

[0068] The valve is designed to regulate pressure changes within the bladder 300. When fluid is drawn in, the valve opens, allowing fluid to be smoothly supplied to the bladder 300. When the bladder 300 is filled with the drawn-in fluid, the valve closes. When the bladder 300 discharges fluid, the valve opens to effectively expel the fluid.

[0069] Valve controller 730 refers to a device configured to regulate the opening of a valve. Valve controller 730 controls the expansion and contraction of the bladder 300 by supplying a precise amount of fluid into or out of the bladder 300 at a precise speed. Valve controller 730 can operate in conjunction with a vehicle's control system and adjust the pressure within the bladder 300 according to vehicle driving conditions, thereby changing the angle at which the inner panel 500 supports the user.

[0070] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the secondary portion 310 may include a secondary pad 301, and the main portion 330 may include a first main pad 331 disposed on the upper surface of the outer panel and a second main pad 332 connected to the upper surface of the first main pad 331. A pneumatic section 700 may be connected to the secondary pad 301 and the first main pad 331, and preferentially supplies fluid to the secondary portion 310 or discharges fluid contained in the secondary portion 310.

[0071] More specifically, the bladder 300 may include three pads capable of drawing in or expelling fluid. The secondary pad 301 is the first pad to be supplied with fluid. The secondary pad 301 is connected to the hook-shaped portion 511 of the inner plate 500 and rotates the inner plate 500 upon expansion. Thus, as... Figure 4 As shown, intake space can be ensured in the first main pad 331 and the second main pad 332. Specifically, the first main pad 331 is the pad that draws fluid into after the secondary pad. The first main pad 331 begins to expand after the secondary pad 301 expands. Furthermore, refer to... Figure 5 and Figure 6 Fluid introduced into the first main pad 331 and the secondary pad 301 is supplied to the second main pad 332, causing the second main pad 332 to begin expanding. This sequential expansion mechanism distributes pneumatic pressure evenly throughout the system. The sequential expansion mechanism allows the secondary pad 301 to expand rapidly first, followed by the expansion of the first main pad 331, enabling the inner plate 500 to rotate quickly, thereby improving the responsiveness of the air support system. Subsequently, the second main pad 332 can receive fluid from the first main pad 331 and the secondary pad 301 and distribute the pneumatic pressure evenly.

[0072] According to one embodiment, the pneumatic component includes a tube 720 connected to the bladder-like member 300. (See reference) Figure 8 and Figure 9The conduit 720 can be connected to the secondary pad 301 and the first primary pad 331. In an embodiment, the conduit 720 may include a first segment 721 connected to the secondary pad 301 and a second segment 722 connected to the first primary pad 331. These two segments (i.e., the first segment 721 and the second segment 722) extend from a predetermined bifurcation point C of the conduit 720 in different directions and lead to separate fluid paths. The length of the first segment 721 toward the secondary pad 301 is designed to be shorter than the length of the second segment 722 toward the first primary pad 331, so that fluid can be preferentially supplied to the secondary pad 301. This length difference and this design can control the flow of fluid, so that the secondary pad 301 is filled with fluid first, allowing for a rapid initiation of the initial rotation of the inner plate 500, thereby improving the responsiveness of the air support system and ensuring air intake space in the first primary pad 331 and the second primary pad 332.

[0073] Furthermore, tube 720 connects to a first connection 302 of the secondary pad 301 and a second connection 303 of the first primary pad 331. The first connection 302 and the second connection 303 are arranged in opposite positions to each other, allowing fluid introduced into the secondary pad 301 and the first primary pad 331 to be evenly distributed and delivered to the second primary pad 332. This design of arranging the first and second connections in opposite positions helps allow for uniform fluid diffusion to the second primary pad 332 and optimizes the pressure distribution throughout the air support system.

[0074] Therefore, the secondary pad 301 is filled with fluid, and the inner plate 500 rotates, allowing the air intake spaces in the first main pad 331 and the second main pad 332 to be gradually secured. As these spaces are secured sequentially, the pads expand in a stepwise manner. Specifically, after the secondary pad 301 begins to expand, the first main pad 331 receives fluid and proceeds to the next expansion step. Subsequently, the second main pad 332 expands and provides final support for the entire system.

[0075] refer to Figures 7 to 8 When the secondary portion 310 is thermally bonded to the main portion 330, a capsule-like element 300 can be formed, and the secondary portion 310 and the main portion 330 can communicate with each other through the thermal bonding portion H. The thermal bonding portion H is configured to connect the two portions 310 and 330, allowing fluid to flow in both portions 310 and 330 while maintaining a seal. The thermal bonding portion H facilitates smooth fluid flow within the capsule-like element 300.

[0076] Since the secondary portion 310 and the main portion 330 are connected by thermal bonding, the durability and stability of the capsule 300 can be improved, and the structure can remain stable even when the vehicle is repeatedly expanded and contracted during driving. In addition, the interconnecting structure of the thermally bonded portion H allows fluid to move freely between the secondary portion 310 and the main portion 330 and distributes the support force more effectively according to changes in the user's body or driving conditions.

[0077] By utilizing thermal bonding and interconnected structures, the capsule 300 can provide more consistent support and help improve the performance of the air support system.

[0078] Furthermore, when the inner panel 500 rotates due to the expansion of the secondary portion 310, the thermally bonded portion H can be pulled, ensuring air intake space in the main portion 330. This configuration can be achieved through a thermally bonded connection structure between the secondary portion 310 and the main portion, and the expansion of the secondary portion 310 more effectively defines the air intake space in the main portion 330 while causing the inner panel 500 to rotate.

[0079] According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the air support system may include a structure in which fluid is supplied to the secondary pad 301 and the first primary pad 331 almost simultaneously. In another embodiment, the secondary portion 310 includes the secondary pad 301, and the primary portion 330 includes a first primary pad 331 disposed on the upper surface of the outer panel 100 and a second primary pad 332 coupled to the upper surface of the first primary pad 331. The pneumatic section 700 is designed to simultaneously supply fluid to or discharge fluid from the secondary pad 301 and the first primary pad 331.

[0080] Specifically, the pneumatic section 700 includes a tube 720 connected to the bladder 300, and the tube 720 branches from a specific point (e.g., a predetermined point) and connects to the secondary pad 301 and the first primary pad 331. In this case, the length of the tube 720 toward the secondary pad 301 is equal to or relatively shorter than the length of the tube 720 toward the first primary pad 331, so that fluid can be supplied to both pads almost simultaneously.

[0081] Subsequently, the fluid introduced into the secondary pad 301 and the first primary pad 331 moves uniformly to the second primary pad 332. This structure is designed to allow fluid to be naturally introduced into the second primary pad 332 after the secondary pad 301 and the first primary pad 331 have expanded to or above a predetermined level.

[0082] Although specific embodiments of this disclosure have been shown and described, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and alterations may be made to this disclosure without departing from the technical spirit of the disclosure as defined in the appended claims.

Claims

1. An air support system, comprising: outer panel; The inner plate is rotatably connected to the outer plate; as well as A capsule-shaped element is fixed to the inner plate and disposed between the outer plate and the inner plate. The sac-like component includes: The main part, located on the surface of the outer panel, and The secondary part is positioned on the surface of the inner plate, and in: The secondary part includes a snap-fit ​​portion. The snap-fit ​​portion is connected to the inner plate, and When the inner plate rotates in response to the expansion of the secondary section, an air intake space is formed in the main section.

2. The air support system according to claim 1, wherein, The inner plate includes a hook-shaped portion that is connected to the snap-fit ​​portion, thereby fixing the bladder-shaped member to the inner plate.

3. The air support system according to claim 1, wherein, The outer panel is fixedly connected to the seat frame, which defines the external shape of the seat.

4. The air support system according to claim 1, wherein, The outer panel is disposed on at least one of the seat back frame and the seat cushion frame.

5. The air support system according to claim 1, wherein, The bladder-like element rotates the inner plate by drawing in or expelling fluid.

6. The air support system according to claim 1, comprising: The pneumatic components are configured to supply fluid into or discharge fluid from the bladder-like structure. The pneumatic component is connected to the main portion and the secondary portion of the bladder-shaped member.

7. The air support system according to claim 6, wherein, The pneumatic component includes: Pumps, configured to pressurize and deliver fluids; and The tube is configured to supply pressurized fluid into the bladder or to discharge fluid contained in the bladder.

8. The air support system according to claim 7, wherein, The pneumatic component also includes: Valve, connected to the pipe; and A valve controller configured to supply fluid to the bladder or discharge fluid contained in the bladder by adjusting the opening of the valve.

9. The air support system according to claim 6, wherein, The secondary portion includes a secondary pad. The main part includes: The first main pad is disposed on the surface of the outer panel; and The second main pad is attached to the surface of the first main pad, and The pneumatic section is connected to the secondary pad and the first primary pad, and preferentially supplies fluid to the secondary section or preferentially discharges fluid contained in the secondary section.

10. The air support system according to claim 9, wherein, The pneumatic component includes a tube connected to the bladder-like member. The tube includes: The first segment connects to the secondary pad, and The second segment connects to the first main pad, and The length of the first segment is shorter than the length of the second segment, so that fluid is preferentially supplied to the secondary pad.

11. The air support system according to claim 9, wherein, The inner plate rotates by drawing in fluid into the secondary section, thereby creating air intake spaces in the first main pad and the second main pad, respectively.

12. The air support system according to claim 9, wherein, The first primary pad and the second primary pad are in communication with each other, the secondary pad and the second primary pad are in communication with each other, and the fluid supplied to the secondary pad and the first primary pad is supplied to the second primary pad.

13. The air support system according to claim 1, wherein, The secondary portion is thermally bonded to the main portion, and the secondary portion and the main portion are connected to each other through the thermally bonded portion.

14. The air support system according to claim 13, wherein, In response to the inner plate rotating due to the expansion of the secondary portion, the thermally bonded portion is pulled, thereby forming the air intake space in the main portion.

15. The air support system according to claim 6, wherein, The secondary portion includes a secondary pad. The main part includes: The first main pad is disposed on the surface of the outer panel; and The second main pad is attached to the surface of the first main pad, and The pneumatic component is connected to the secondary pad and the first primary pad, and supplies fluid to the secondary portion and the first primary pad or discharges fluid contained in the secondary portion and the first primary pad.

16. The air support system according to claim 15, wherein, The pneumatic component includes a tube connected to the bladder-like member, and in: The tube includes a first tube and a second tube, and the first tube and the second tube branch off from a predetermined point in the tube and are respectively connected to the secondary pad and the first primary pad. The length of the first tube toward the secondary pad is equal to or less than the length of the second tube toward the first primary pad.

17. An air support system, comprising: outer panel; The inner plate is hingedly connected to the outer plate; as well as A capsule-shaped component is arranged between the outer plate and the inner plate. The sac-like component includes: The main part, arranged on the surface of the outer panel, and The secondary part is arranged on the surface of the inner plate and connected to the inner plate. When the inner plate rotates in response to the expansion of the secondary portion, an air intake space is formed in the main portion, and The secondary portion of the bladder is configured to expand by drawing in fluid and to rotate the inner plate.

18. The air support system of claim 17, comprising: The pneumatic components are configured to supply fluid into or discharge fluid from the bladder-like structure. The pneumatic component is connected to the main portion and the secondary portion of the bladder-shaped member.

19. The air support system according to claim 18, wherein, The pneumatic component includes: Pumps, configured to pressurize and deliver fluids; and The tube is configured to supply pressurized fluid into the bladder or to discharge fluid contained in the bladder.

20. The air support system according to claim 18, wherein, The secondary portion includes a secondary pad. The main part includes: The first main pad is disposed on the surface of the outer panel; and The second main pad is attached to the surface of the first main pad, and The pneumatic section is connected to the secondary pad and the first primary pad, and preferentially supplies fluid to the secondary section or preferentially discharges fluid contained in the secondary section.

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