Seat assembly

Abstract

A seat assembly includes a cushion and a trim cover. The pad includes a base region, an adjustable region positioned along an anterior portion of the base region, and an intermediate region positioned along the anterior portion of the base region and laterally adjacent to the adjustable region. A trim cover is disposed over the top surface of the base region, over the front surface of the adjustable region, and over the front surface of the intermediate region. The trim cover includes a plurality of segments interconnected by stitches. The suture is arranged such that the suture is hidden along an intersection between the base region, the adjustable region, and the intermediate region.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a seat assembly including a cushion and a trim cover and a method of manufacturing. Background Art

[0002] The seat assembly may include a cushion and a trim cover disposed over the cushion. Utility Model Content

[0003] The following clauses describe various aspects of embodiments according to the present disclosure.

[0004] Clause 1. A seat assembly comprising:

[0005] a cushion comprising a base region, an adjustable region located along a front portion of the base region, and a middle region located along the front portion of the base region and laterally adjacent to the adjustable region; and

[0006] A trim cover is disposed over a top surface of the base region, over a front surface of the adjustable region, and over a front surface of the intermediate region, wherein the trim cover includes a plurality of segments interconnected by stitching, wherein the stitching is arranged such that the stitching is hidden along intersections between the base region, the adjustable region, and the intermediate region.

[0007] Clause 2. The seat assembly of clause 1, wherein the stitching is also concealed within a gap between the adjustable region and the intermediate region.

[0008] Clause 3. The seat assembly of clause 2, wherein the adjustable region is adjustable relative to both the base region and the intermediate region.

[0009] Clause 4. The seat assembly of clause 3, wherein the stitching remains concealed within the gap in response to adjustment of the position of the adjustable region.

[0010] Clause 5. A seat assembly according to Clause 1, wherein the multiple sections of the decorative cover also include a first section, a second section, a third section, a fourth section and a fifth section, the first section extending above the top surface of the base area, the second section extending above the front surface of the adjustable area, the third section extending above the front surface of the middle area, the fourth section extending above the lateral side of the adjustable area within the gap between the adjustable area and the middle area, and the fifth section extending above the lateral side of the middle area within the gap between the adjustable area and the middle area.

[0011] Clause 6. The seat assembly of Clause 5, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a first stitch connecting the second segment and the fourth segment of the plurality of segments of the trim cover.

[0012] Clause 7. The seat assembly of Clause 6, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a second stitch connecting the third segment and the fifth segment of the plurality of segments of the trim cover.

[0013] Clause 8. The seat assembly of Clause 7, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a third stitch connecting the combined second and fourth segments of the plurality of segments of the trim cover to the combined third and fifth segments.

[0014] Clause 9. The seat assembly of clause 8, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a fourth stitch connecting the second segment, the third segment, the fourth segment, and the fifth segment of the combination of the plurality of segments of the trim cover to the first segment.

[0015] Clause 10. The seat assembly of Clause 1, wherein the seat assembly further comprises a vehicle seat bottom. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 is a perspective view of an example of a seat assembly including a seat bottom and a seat back;

[0017] Figure 2 is a partial perspective view of a seat assembly showing additional features of the seat bottom;

[0018] Figure 3 is a plan view of a segment of a trim cover for a seat bottom, and an improved stitching pattern for attaching the segments of the trim cover to one another;

[0019] Figure 4 is a perspective view of a joint between segments of a seat bottom trim cover utilizing an improved stitching pattern;

[0020] Figure 5 is a perspective view of seams between sections of a seat bottom trim cover utilizing a conventional stitching pattern; and

[0021] Figure 6 is a flow chart of a method for producing a trim cover and installing a trim cover. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] Reference will now be made in detail to embodiments, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the detailed description that follows, many specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the various embodiments described. However, it is apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art that the various embodiments described may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known methods, processes, components, circuits, and networks are not described in detail to avoid unnecessarily obscuring aspects of the embodiments.

[0023] It should be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary, and that various forms and alternative forms are possible. The drawings are not necessarily to scale; some features may be exaggerated or minimized to show details of particular components. Therefore, the specific structural details and functional details disclosed herein should not be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a representative basis for teaching those skilled in the art to implement the embodiments according to the present disclosure in various ways.

[0024] “One or more” includes a function performed by one element, a function performed by more than one element (eg, in a distributed manner), several functions performed by one element, several functions performed by several elements, or any combination of the foregoing.

[0025] It should also be understood that, although in some cases, the terms first, second, etc. are used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another element. For example, a first contact may be referred to as a second contact, and similarly, a second contact may be referred to as a first contact without departing from the scope of the various embodiments described. Both the first contact and the second contact are contacts, but they are not the same contact.

[0026] The terms used in the description of the various embodiments described herein are only used for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to be limiting. As used in the description of the various described embodiments and the appended claims, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" are intended to also include plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term "and / or" as used herein relates to and covers any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. It should be further understood that when used in this specification, the terms "includes", "including", "comprises" and / or "comprising" specify the presence of the features, wholes, steps, operations, elements and / or parts, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, wholes, steps, operations, elements, parts and / or groups thereof.

[0027] As used herein, the term "if" is optionally interpreted to mean "when" or "upon" or "in response to determining" or "in response to detecting," as appropriate to the context. Likewise, the phrases "if it is determined" or "if [the condition or event] is detected" are optionally interpreted to mean "upon determination" or "in response to determining" or "upon detecting [the condition or event]" or "in response to detecting [the condition or event]," as appropriate to the context.

[0028] refer to Figure 1 , an example of a seat assembly 10 is shown. In some embodiments, the seat assembly 10 is a vehicle seat assembly (e.g., for land vehicles, such as cars, trucks, buses, etc.), or for non-land vehicles (e.g., aircraft or ships). For example, the seat assembly 10 for land vehicles can be shaped and sized to be used as a front driver or passenger seat, a second, third, or other rear seat, and can include a bucket seat, a bench seat, or other seat styles as shown in the figure. In addition, the seat assembly 10 can be a non-foldable seat or a foldable seat, and the foldable seat can be foldable and can be folded in a cavity in the vehicle floor. In addition, the seat assembly 10 can be configured to be used for non-vehicle applications, such as furniture.

[0029] exist Figure 1 In the illustrated configuration, the seat assembly 10 includes a seat bottom 20 and a seat back 22. It is contemplated that the seat back 22 may be omitted in some configurations, such as when the seat assembly 10 is configured as a motorcycle seat or stool.

[0030] The seat bottom 20 is configured to receive a seated occupant and support the pelvis and thighs of the seat occupant. The seat bottom 20 includes a seat bottom frame 30, a cushion 32, and a trim cover 34.

[0031] The seat bottom frame 30 is a structure that supports the cushion 32. The seat bottom frame 30 includes one or more structural members and can be made of any suitable material, such as a metal alloy, a polymer material, a fiber reinforced polymer material, or a combination thereof. In some configurations, the seat bottom frame 30 includes a panel, a seat pan, a suspension pad, or a suspension wire on which the cushion 32 is disposed.

[0032] The cushion 32 is disposed on the seat bottom frame 30. The cushion 32 is made of a compliant material that supports the seat occupant and distributes load forces from the seat occupant to the seat bottom frame 30. For example, the cushion 32 may be made of reticulated foam, polyurethane foam, or any other suitable material known in the art.

[0033] The decorative cover 34 covers at least a portion of the cushion 32. In addition, the decorative cover 34 provides one or more visible exterior surfaces of the seat back 22. When sitting on the seat assembly 10, the seat occupant can be placed on the decorative cover 34. The decorative cover 34 is made of any suitable one or more materials, such as fabric, leather, artificial leather, vinyl, polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride, combinations thereof, or any other suitable material known in the art. The decorative cover 34 may include a plurality of decorative panels assembled in any suitable manner (e.g., by fusing or sewing). The decorative cover 34 is attached to the seat bottom frame 30, the cushion 32, or both. For example, the decorative cover 34 may include decorative attachment features that are attached to the seat bottom frame 30, the cushion 32, or both to inhibit the removal of the decorative cover 34 and help the decorative cover 34 conform to the contours of the seat bottom frame 30, the cushion 32, or both. The decorative cover 34 may also be attached to an attachment pad, which will be discussed in more detail below.

[0034] The seat back 22 is configured to support the back of a seated occupant. The seat back 22 is disposed adjacent to the seat bottom 20. For example, the seat back 22 may be disposed above the seat bottom 20 and adjacent to the rear side of the seat bottom 20. The seat back 22 extends in a generally upward direction away from the seat bottom 20. In some configurations, the seat back 22 is mounted to the seat bottom 20 and may pivot relative to the seat bottom 20. In other configurations, the seat back 22 is not mounted to the seat bottom 20. For example, a vehicle seat back may be mounted to a vehicle body structure, such as in some second row seat assemblies. The seat back 22 includes a seat back frame 40, a cushion 42, a decorative cover 44, and an optional headrest 46.

[0035] The seat back frame 40 is a structure that supports the cushion 42. The seat back frame 40 includes one or more structural members and can be made of any suitable material, such as a metal alloy, a polymer material, a fiber reinforced polymer material, or a combination thereof. In some configurations, the seat back frame 40 includes a panel, a base, a suspension pad, or a suspension wire on which the cushion 42 is disposed. It is also contemplated that in some configurations, the seat back frame 40 can be integrally formed with the seat bottom frame 30.

[0036] The cushion 42 is disposed on the seat back frame 40. The cushion 42 is made of a compliant material that supports the seat occupant and distributes load forces from the seat occupant to the seat back frame 40. For example, the cushion 42 may be made of reticulated foam, polyurethane foam, or any other suitable material known in the art. It is contemplated that the cushion 42 may be integrally formed with the cushion 32 of the seat bottom 20 or may be separate from the cushion 32 of the seat bottom 20. The cushion 42 and associated manufacturing methods will be discussed in more detail below.

[0037] The decorative cover 44 covers at least a portion of the cushion 42. In addition, the decorative cover 44 provides one or more visible exterior surfaces of the seat back 22. When sitting on the seat assembly 10, the seat occupant can be placed on the decorative cover 44. The decorative cover 44 is made of any suitable one or more materials, such as fabric, leather, artificial leather, vinyl, polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride, combinations thereof, or any other suitable material known in the art. The decorative cover 44 may include a decorative panel or multiple decorative panels that are assembled in any suitable manner (e.g., by fusing or sewing). The decorative cover 44 is attached to the seat back frame 40, the cushion 42, or both. For example, the decorative cover 44 may include decorative attachment features that are attached to the seat back frame 40, the cushion 42, or both to inhibit the removal of the decorative cover 44 and help the decorative cover 44 conform to the contours of the seat back frame 40, the cushion 42, or both. The decorative cover 44 may also be attached to an attachment pad, which will be discussed in more detail below.

[0038] A headrest 46, if provided, is configured to support the head of a seat occupant. The headrest 46 is disposed on the top of the seat back 22, or on an end of the seat back 22 opposite the seat bottom 20. The headrest 46 may be movable in one or more directions relative to the seat back 22, or may be integrally formed with the seat back 22.

[0039] like Figure 1 The structure of the seat assembly 10 shown is not intended to be limiting. The seat assembly 10 including the seat bottom 20 and the seat back 22 may not include Figure 1 All features shown in, or may include Figure 1 Additional features not shown.

[0040] refer to Figure 2 , the seat assembly 10 is further shown to include the additional features of the seat bottom 20. It should be noted that the seat assembly 10 as a whole, the seat bottom 20 as a whole, the seat back 22 as a whole, the elements of the seat bottom (e.g., the cushion 32, the trim cover 34, etc.), and the elements of the seat back 22 (e.g., the cushion 22, the trim cover 24, etc.) can be referred to as products. The cushion 32 includes: a base region 48; an adjustable region 50 located along the front of the base region 48; an intermediate region 52 located along the front of the base region 48 and laterally adjacent to the adjustable region 50; and lateral side regions 54.

[0041] The base region 48 , which includes a central area of ​​the cushion 32 , or more generally the seat bottom 20 , is operable to support an individual or person, such as an operator or occupant of a vehicle.

[0042] The adjustable region 50 is a forward facing region that forms the front edge of the seat cushion 32, or more generally the seat bottom 20. The adjustable region 50 may be referred to as a cushion length adjuster. The adjustable region 50 is adjustable between a retracted position 56 and an advanced position 58. The position of the adjustable region 50 may be adjusted relative to the base region 48, the middle region 52, and the lateral side regions 54 (e.g., the base region 48, the middle region 52, and the lateral side regions 54 may remain in the same corresponding positions when the adjustable region 50 is adjusted between the retracted position 56 and the advanced position 58). In the advanced position 58, the adjustable region 50 is operable to provide leg support for an individual or person, such as an operator or occupant of a vehicle.

[0043] The middle region 52 may include a transition corner region of the seat cushion 32, or more generally the seat bottom 20, with the middle region 52 being positioned between the adjustable region 50 and the lateral side regions 54. The middle region 52 faces forward in part along a front edge of the seat cushion 32, or more generally along the seat bottom 20, and faces laterally outward from the seat cushion 32, or more generally from the seat bottom 20.

[0044] The lateral side regions 54 may include the side bolsters of the seat pad 32 , or more generally the seat bottom 20 .

[0045] refer to Figures 2 to 4 , showing the trim cover 34 in more detail. The trim cover 34 is disposed over a top surface 60 of the base region 48, over a front surface 62 of the adjustable region 50, and over a front surface 64 of the intermediate region 52. The trim cover 34 includes a plurality of segments 66 interconnected by threads or stitching 68. The stitching 68 is arranged such that the stitching 68 is concealed along intersections 70 between the base region 48, the adjustable region 50, and the intermediate region 52. Each intersection 70 may include a T-shaped cross structure in which the segments of the plurality of segments 66 are sewn, stitched, or threaded together.

[0046] The stitching 68 may also be concealed within the gap 72 between the adjustable region 50 and the intermediate region 52. The stitching 68 may remain concealed within the gap 72 in response to adjustment of the position of the adjustable region 50 (e.g., the stitching 68 may remain concealed within the gap 72 when the adjustable region 50 transitions between the retracted position 56 and the advanced position 58).

[0047] The plurality of segments 66 of the trim cover 34 may include five segments interconnected at each of the intersections 70. More specifically, the plurality of segments 66 of the trim cover 34 at each intersection 70 may include: a first segment 74 extending over the top surface 60 of the base region 48; a second segment 76 extending over the adjustable region 50 (including the front surface 62 of the adjustable region 50); a third segment 78 extending over one of the intermediate regions 52 (including the front surface 64 of the corresponding intermediate region 52); a fourth segment 80 extending over one of the lateral sides of the adjustable region 50 within the gap 72 between the adjustable region 50 and the corresponding intermediate region 52; and a fifth segment 84 extending over the lateral side of the corresponding intermediate region 52 within the gap 72 between the adjustable region 50 and the corresponding intermediate region 52. Additional segments 86 of the plurality of segments 66 may extend across the lateral side region 54 .

[0048] The stitching 68 interconnecting the plurality of segments 66 includes a number of stitches at each intersection 70. More specifically, the stitching 68 at each intersection 70 may include: a first stitch 88 connecting the second segment 76 and the fourth segment 80 of the plurality of segments 66 to each other; a second stitch 90 connecting the third segment 78 and the fifth segment 84 of the plurality of segments 66 to each other; a third stitch 92 connecting the second segment 76 and the fourth segment 80 of the combination of the plurality of segments 66 to the third segment 78 and the fifth segment 84 of the combination of the plurality of segments 66; and a fourth stitch 94 connecting the second segment 76, the third segment 78, the fourth segment 80, and the fifth segment 84 of the combination of the plurality of segments 66 to the first segment 74.

[0049] The arrangement of stitching 68, and more specifically, the arrangement of first stitch 88, second stitch 90, third stitch 92, and fourth stitch 94, is operable to conceal stitching 68 along base region 48, intersection 70 between adjustable region 50 and intermediate region 52, and within gap 72 between adjustable region 50 and intermediate region 52. This can be illustrated by comparing Figure 4 The arrangement of the stitching 68 shown in FIG. Figure 5 More specifically, Figure 5 9. A trim cover 96 having a conventional stitching pattern is shown in FIG. The trim cover 96 has a first section 98, a second section 100, a third section 102, a fourth section 104, and a fifth section 106 corresponding to the first section 74, the second section 76, the third section 78, the fourth section 80, and the fifth section 84 of the trim cover 34, respectively.

[0050] exist Figure 5, the fourth and fifth sections 104, 106 of the trim cover 96 and the stitching 108 between the fourth and fifth sections 104, 106 are exposed along the base region 48, the intersection 70 between the adjustable region 50 and the intermediate region 52, and the gap 72 between the adjustable region 50 and the intermediate region 52. Figure 4 , on the other hand, the fourth and fifth segments 80, 84 of the trim cover 34 and any stitching of the stitching 68 that may be positioned within the gap 72 are not exposed along the base region 48, the intersection 70 between the adjustable region 50 and the intermediate region 52, or within the gap 72 between the adjustable region 50 and the intermediate region 52. This illustrates that when compared to conventional stitching patterns (e.g., Figure 5 The improved stitching pattern (i.e., utilizing stitching 68 and Figure 4 The stitching arrangement of the stitching pattern shown in FIG. 4 provides an aesthetic benefit of hiding the stitching along the base region 48, the intersection 70 between the adjustable region 50 and the intermediate region 52, and within the gap 72 between the adjustable region 50 and the intermediate region 52.

[0051] refer to Figure 6 , a flow chart of a method 200 for producing and installing a trim cover 34 is shown. The method 200 begins at frame 202, where a plurality of segments 66 (e.g., the first segment 74, the second segment 76, the third segment 78, the fourth segment 80, and the fifth segment 84) of the trim cover 34 are sewn to each other to form the trim cover 34. The steps at frame 202 may include connecting the second segment 76 and the fourth segment 80 of the plurality of segments 66 of the decorative cover 34 to each other via a first stitch 88; connecting the third segment 78 and the fifth segment 84 of the plurality of segments 66 of the decorative cover 34 to each other via a second stitch 90; connecting the second segment 76 and the fourth segment 80 of the combination of the plurality of segments 66 to the third segment 78 and the fifth segment 84 of the combination of the plurality of segments 66 via a third stitch 92; and connecting the second segment 76, the third segment 78, the fourth segment 80 and the fifth segment 84 of the combination of the plurality of segments 66 to the first segment 74 via a fourth stitch 94.

[0052] The first section 74, the second section 76, the third section 78, the fourth section 80, and the fifth section 84 of the trim cover 34 may be sewn to one another in the order described to form the trim cover 34, or some of the sewing steps may be rearranged. For example, connecting the third section 78 and the fifth section 84 to one another via the second stitch 90 may occur before or simultaneously with connecting the second section 76 and the fourth section 80 to one another via the first stitch 88.

[0053] The method next moves to frame 204, where the trim cover 34 is positioned on the seat pad 32, or more generally on the seat bottom 20. The steps at frame 204 may include positioning the trim cover 34 on the base region 48, the adjustable region 50, the middle region 52, and the lateral side regions 54 of the seat pad 32, or more generally on the seat bottom 20, such that a portion of the stitching 68 along the base region 48, the intersection 70 between the adjustable region 50 and the middle region 52, and within the gap 72 between the adjustable region 50 and the middle region 52 is concealed.

[0054] It should be understood that Figure 6 The flowchart in FIG. 2 is for illustration purposes only, and the method 200 should not be construed as being limited to Figure 6 Some steps of method 200 may be rearranged, while other steps may be omitted entirely.

[0055] Item 1. A product comprising: a cushion comprising a base region, an adjustable region, and a middle region, the adjustable region being positioned along a front portion of the base region, and being positioned along the front portion of the base region and laterally adjacent to the adjustable region; and a decorative cover disposed above a top surface of the base region, above a front surface of the adjustable region, and above a front surface of the middle region, wherein the decorative cover comprises a plurality of sections interconnected by stitching, wherein the stitching is arranged so that the stitching is hidden along intersections between the base region, the adjustable region, and the middle region.

[0056] Clause 2. The product of clause 1, wherein the stitching is also concealed within the gap between the adjustable region and the intermediate region.

[0057] Clause 3. The product of any one of Clauses 1 to 2, wherein the adjustable region is adjustable relative to both the base region and the intermediate region.

[0058] Clause 4. The product of any one of Clauses 1 to 3, wherein the stitching remains concealed within the gap in response to adjustment of the position of the adjustable region.

[0059] Clause 5. A product according to any one of clauses 1 to 4, wherein the multiple sections of the decorative cover also include a first section, a second section, a third section, a fourth section and a fifth section, the first section extending above the top surface of the base area, the second section extending above the front surface of the adjustable area, the third section extending above the front surface of the middle area, the fourth section extending above the lateral side of the adjustable area within the gap between the adjustable area and the middle area, and the fifth section extending above the lateral side of the middle area within the gap between the adjustable area and the middle area.

[0060] Clause 6. The product of Clause 5, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a first stitch connecting the second segment and the fourth segment of the plurality of segments of the trim cover.

[0061] Clause 7. The product of Clause 6, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a second stitch connecting the third segment and the fifth segment of the plurality of segments of the trim cover.

[0062] Clause 8. The product of Clause 7, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a third stitch connecting the combined second and fourth segments of the plurality of segments of the trim cover to the combined third and fifth segments.

[0063] Clause 9. The product of clause 8, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a fourth stitch connecting the second segment, the third segment, the fourth segment, and the fifth segment of the combination of the plurality of segments of the trim cover to the first segment.

[0064] Clause 10. The product of any one of clauses 1 to 9, wherein the product further comprises a vehicle seat bottom.

[0065] Item 11. A method comprising: sewing multiple sections of a decorative cover to each other; and positioning the decorative cover on a cushion, the cushion including a base region, an adjustable region, and an intermediate region, the adjustable region being positioned along the front of the base region, the intermediate region being positioned along the front of the base region and laterally adjacent to the adjustable region, so that a portion of the stitching is hidden along the intersection between the base region, the adjustable region, and the intermediate region.

[0066] Clause 12. The method of Clause 11, further comprising positioning the trim cover over the cushion such that a portion of the stitching within a gap between the adjustable region and the intermediate region is also hidden.

[0067] Clause 13. A method according to any one of clauses 11 to 12, wherein the multiple sections of the decorative cover include a first section, a second section, a third section, a fourth section and a fifth section, the first section extending above the top surface of the base area; the second section extending above the front surface of the adjustable area; the third section extending above the front surface of the middle area; the fourth section extending above the lateral side of the adjustable area; and the fifth section extending above the lateral side of the middle area; and wherein the method also includes connecting the second section and the fourth section of the multiple sections of the decorative cover to each other via a first stitch.

[0068] Clause 14. The method of Clause 13, further comprising connecting a third segment and the fifth segment of the plurality of segments of the trim cover to each other via a second stitch.

[0069] Clause 15. The method according to Clause 14 further includes connecting the second section and the fourth section of the combination of the multiple sections of the decorative cover to the third section and the fifth section of the combination via a third stitch; and connecting the second section, the third section, the fourth section and the fifth section of the combination of the multiple sections of the decorative cover to the first section via a fourth stitch.

[0070] Item 16. A product comprising: a first decorative section extending above the top surface of the base of a vehicle seat; a second decorative section extending above the front surface of the adjustable area of ​​the vehicle seat; a third decorative section extending above the front surface of the middle area of ​​the vehicle seat; a fourth decorative section extending above the lateral sides of the adjustable area within a gap between the adjustable area and the middle area; and a fifth decorative section extending above the lateral sides of the middle area within the gap between the adjustable area and the middle area; wherein the first section, the second section, the third section, the fourth section and the fifth section are secured to each other via stitching so that a portion of the stitching is hidden along the intersection between the base area, the adjustable area and the middle area.

[0071] Clause 17. The product of Clause 16, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a first stitch connecting the second decorative section and the fourth decorative section.

[0072] Clause 18. The product of Clause 17, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a second stitch connecting the third decorative section and the fifth decorative section.

[0073] Clause 19. The product of Clause 18, wherein the stitching further comprises a third stitch connecting the combined second and fourth decorative segments to the combined third and fifth decorative segments.

[0074] Clause 20. The product of Clause 19, wherein the stitched portion further comprises a fourth stitch connecting the combined second, third, fourth, and fifth decorative segments to the first decorative segment.

[0075] It should be understood that the first, second, third, fourth, etc. labels of any components, states, or conditions described herein may be rearranged in the claims so that they are arranged in chronological order relative to the claims. In addition, it should be understood that any components, states, or conditions described herein without numerical labels may be assigned first, second, third, fourth, etc. labels in the claims if one or more of the specific components, states, or conditions are claimed.

[0076] Although exemplary embodiments are described above, this does not mean that these embodiments describe all possible forms according to the present disclosure. In this regard, the words used in the specification are descriptive rather than restrictive, and it should be understood that multiple changes can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. In addition, the features of the various embodiments of implementation can be combined to form other embodiments according to the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A seat assembly, characterized in that: The seat assembly comprises: a cushion comprising a base region, an adjustable region located along a front portion of the base region, and a middle region located along the front portion of the base region and laterally adjacent to the adjustable region; and A trim cover is disposed over a top surface of the base region, over a front surface of the adjustable region, and over a front surface of the intermediate region, wherein the trim cover includes a plurality of segments interconnected by stitching, wherein the stitching is arranged such that the stitching is hidden along intersections between the base region, the adjustable region, and the intermediate region.

2. The seat assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The stitching is also hidden in the gap between the adjustable region and the intermediate region.

3. The seat assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that The adjustable region is adjustable relative to both the base region and the intermediate region.

4. The seat assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that In response to adjustment of the position of the adjustable region, the stitching remains concealed within the gap.

5. The seat assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The multiple sections of the decorative cover also include a first section, a second section, a third section, a fourth section, and a fifth section, wherein the first section extends above the top surface of the base area, the second section extends above the front surface of the adjustable area, the third section extends above the front surface of the middle area, the fourth section extends above the lateral side of the adjustable area within a gap between the adjustable area and the middle area, and the fifth section extends above the lateral side of the middle area within the gap between the adjustable area and the middle area.

6. The seat assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that The stitched portion further includes a first stitch connecting the second section and the fourth section of the plurality of sections of the trim cover.

7. The seat assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that The stitched portion further includes a second stitch connecting the third section and the fifth section of the plurality of sections of the trim cover.

8. The seat assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that The stitched portion further includes a third stitch connecting the second segment and the fourth segment of the combination of the plurality of segments of the trim cover to the third segment and the fifth segment of the combination.

9. The seat assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that The stitched portion further includes a fourth stitch connecting the second segment, the third segment, the fourth segment, and the fifth segment of the combination of the plurality of segments of the trim cover to the first segment.

10. The seat assembly of claim 1, wherein: The seat assembly also includes a vehicle seat bottom.

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