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The angled strut arrangement in wire lattice seats addresses the issue of small openings by ensuring large, safe, and comfortable seating areas with optimized strut connections and spacing.

DE202025100625U1Active Publication Date: 2025-04-03BLECH & TECH GMBH
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Application Number
DE202025100625
Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Utility models
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-07
Publication Date
2025-04-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-28

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Wire lattice seats face issues with small openings in corner areas that can trap dirt and pose a risk of finger or limb entrapment, while larger openings compromise seating comfort.

Method used

The seat design incorporates struts arranged at angles between 70° and 100° relative to the frame, with optimized strut spacing and connections to create openings of at least 25 mm diameter in corner areas, ensuring comfort and safety.

Benefits of technology

This design balances seating comfort with safety by preventing dirt accumulation and limb entrapment while maintaining structural integrity and ease of production.

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Abstract

Seat (22) with a seat surface (1) comprising a frame (3) and a seat grid (4) surrounded by the frame (3), wherein the seat grid (4) is formed by a plurality of struts (7, 9, 11, 13) comprising a plurality of first struts (7), a plurality of second struts (9) intersecting the plurality of first struts (7), and at least one third strut (11), wherein the seat surface (1) has at least two corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), preferably four corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), in each of which a connecting section (3e) of the frame (3) connects two frame sections (3a, 3b, 3c, 3d) of the frame (3) which have two different principal extension directions, wherein the connecting section (3e) runs between the two frame sections (3a, 3b, 3c, 3d) in a manner deviating from these principal extension directions, wherein in the at least two corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), preferably in the four corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), an end of the at least one third strut (11) is arranged relative to the frame (3) at an angle (W1) which is between 70° and 110°, preferably between 80° and 100°, more preferably between 85° and 95°.
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Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a seat, in particular a wire mesh seat, having a seat surface comprising a frame and a seat grid surrounded by the frame.

[0002] Wire mesh seats are often used in public facilities both indoors and outdoors due to their robust and easy-care properties. A basic component of a wire mesh seat is a seat surface spanned by several struts or wire struts. The struts are connected at their ends to a frame that defines the perimeter of the seat. These struts are usually arranged in two layers on top of each other, with the first struts in a first layer being arranged parallel to one another at equal distances, and the second struts in a second layer being arranged parallel to one another at equal distances and perpendicular to the first struts of the first layer, so that when viewed from above the seat surface, uniform, rectangular openings are formed between the struts.The frame is usually essentially rectangular and may have a curvature in its corner areas to minimize the risk of injury to passers-by from tapered frame sections.

[0003] Especially in the corner areas where the first and second struts meet the curved frame, the design creates openings between the frame and the first and second struts that are significantly smaller than the uniform openings between the first and second struts. Dirt can more easily stick to particularly small openings, which is undesirable. Furthermore, there is a risk that passersby's fingers or limbs could get caught and stuck in these small openings. However, if struts are not provided in the corner areas, openings that are too large will be perceived as unpleasant in terms of seating comfort.

[0004] It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a seat, in particular a wire mesh seat, which is easy to manufacture, offers balanced seating comfort and in which entanglement of dirt and limbs is prevented.

[0005] This object is solved by the subject matter of independent claim 1. Preferred embodiments are the subject matter of the dependent claims.

[0006] A seat according to the invention, in particular a wire mesh seat, has a seat surface comprising a frame and a seat grid surrounded by the frame. The seat grid is formed by a plurality of struts comprising a plurality of first struts, a plurality of second struts crossing the plurality of first struts, and at least one third strut. The seat surface has at least two corner regions, preferably four corner regions, in each of which a connecting section of the frame connects two frame sections of the frame, which have two different main extension directions, to one another. The connecting section runs between the two frame sections in a direction deviating from these main extension directions.In the at least two corner regions, preferably in the four corner regions, one end of the at least one third strut is arranged relative to the frame at an angle which is between 70° and 110°, preferably between 80° and 100°, more preferably between 85° and 95°.

[0007] In this way, a seat is proposed whose struts in the corner areas of the seat meet the frame or are arranged to it at a predetermined angle of approximately 90°. This measure offers several advantages. Firstly, it enables good adaptability and weldability of the struts to the frame, thus simplifying production. Furthermore, it enables an arrangement of the struts in the corner areas of the seat in which the distances between the struts themselves and between the struts and the frame in the corner areas can be optimized to reduce the risk of injury and ensure high seating comfort.

[0008] The angle between the end of the at least one third strut and the frame is preferably defined as the angle between the main extension direction of the frame, in particular of the connecting section, and the main extension direction of the end of the strut. The main extension direction can be defined by a central axis of the frame or of the end of the strut. The central axis of the frame and the central axis of the end of the strut intersect at least in a plan view of the seat surface at a measuring point. If the frame has a bend or curvature at the measuring point, the tangent to the central axis of the frame at the measuring point can be used to determine the angle to the main extension direction of the frame.Preferably, all struts of the plurality of struts meet the frame at an angle relative to the frame that is between 70° and 110°, preferably between 80° and 100°, more preferably between 85° and 95°, even more preferably substantially 90°.

[0009] In general, the plurality of struts preferably has a substantially circular cross-section. For example, a diameter of each strut of the plurality of struts is between 2 mm and 8 mm, preferably between 2 mm and 6 mm, such as about 4 mm.

[0010] In order to realize an intersecting arrangement of the plurality of first and second struts as simply as possible, the plurality of first struts can be arranged in a first plane and the plurality of second struts can be arranged in a second plane above or below the first plane. It is further preferred that the struts of the plurality of first struts are arranged parallel to one another and that the struts of the plurality of second struts are arranged parallel to one another and perpendicular to the first struts. The plurality of first struts and the plurality of second struts are preferably designed to be essentially rectilinear. It is further preferred if the plurality of first struts are arranged at a first predetermined distance from one another and the plurality of second struts are arranged at a second predetermined distance from one another. It is even more preferred if the first predetermined distance and the second predetermined distance are identical.For example, the first and second predetermined distances can be between 25 mm and 40 mm, more preferably between 25 mm and 30 mm, measured from centerline to centerline of two adjacent struts. In summary, this allows the plurality of struts to form a seating grid that is easy to manufacture. Furthermore, in this arrangement, rectangular or square openings are formed between the struts.

[0011] Alternatively, it is conceivable for the struts of the plurality of second struts to be arranged parallel to one another but at a predetermined angle to the first struts that is not equal to 90°. This allows, for example, diamond-shaped openings to be formed.

[0012] Preferably, in the at least two corner regions, one end of the at least one third strut meets the frame and is connected to the frame. It is understood that one end of each third strut can be arranged in one of two adjacent corner regions of the seat surface, but not, or only disadvantageously, in two diagonally opposite corner regions.

[0013] Particularly preferably, the at least one third strut has a substantially straight section and at least one angled section, preferably two angled sections, wherein the at least one angled section comprises one end of the third strut, is arranged in a corner region of the seat surface, and is angled at a predetermined angle relative to the straight section. In a preferred embodiment, the at least one third strut has an angled section at each end. As a result, in the corner regions of the seat surface, particularly in those in which the frame has a curve or a bevel, the ends of the third struts can be arranged at the desired, predetermined angle relative to the frame.

[0014] Preferably, both the angled section and the substantially straight section of the at least one third strut are linear. Furthermore, both sections can be integrally formed and connected to one another by means of a bend or fold.

[0015] The predetermined angle at which the angled section is angled relative to the straight section is preferably between 5° and 85°, more preferably between 15° and 75°, even more preferably between 30° and 60°, and in particular substantially 45°. Preferably, the angle should be the smaller angle between the center axis of the straight section and the center axis of the angled section. This allows openings to be formed between the struts in the corner areas of the seat surface. These openings, due to their structural design and dimensions, prevent limbs from becoming trapped and dirt from adhering.

[0016] It is further advantageous that the substantially straight section of the at least one third strut is arranged parallel to the plurality of first struts or to the plurality of second struts. Consequently, despite the presence of first, second, and third struts, a uniform seat grid can be formed that offers balanced seating comfort. This can also be achieved by having a length LA of the angled section less than 50%, preferably less than 30%, and particularly preferably less than 15% of the length of the straight section, so that a uniform arrangement of the struts is ensured over the majority of the seat grid.

[0017] In addition, at least one fourth strut can be provided, which is firmly connected at least at one end to a third strut. The at least one fourth strut preferably extends substantially perpendicular to the at least one third strut, in particular to its straight section, if present. Preferably, two third struts and two fourth struts are provided, and both ends of each fourth strut are each connected to a third strut. The at least one fourth strut is therefore not connected to the frame, but exclusively to the third struts. As a result, fewer ends of struts are arranged in the corner regions of the seat surface, whereby overall larger openings can be formed in the corner regions of the seat surface.

[0018] In a particularly preferred embodiment, openings are formed in at least two corner regions, preferably in four corner regions, between the frame and adjacent struts of the plurality of struts, said openings having a free space with a diameter of at least 25 mm. It is understood that the openings can in principle have any circumferential shape, as long as the free space of at least 25 mm in diameter is guaranteed. In other words, a substantially cylindrical object with a diameter of at least 25 mm fits through the openings. This ensures that the openings are sufficiently large so that as little dirt as possible accumulates in the openings and fingers or other limbs of passers-by cannot become caught in these openings.The inventive arrangement of the plurality of struts, in particular the at least one third strut, relative to the frame in the corner regions of the seat ensures this dimensioning of the openings delimited by the frame in the corner regions. Preferably, all openings in the seat have a clearance with a diameter of at least 25 mm, regardless of whether they are delimited, among other things, by the frame or only by struts.

[0019] It goes without saying that the openings defined by the frame can, in principle, have any shape. The key requirement is that a clearance with a diameter of at least 25 mm is present. The openings around this clearance can be of any shape.

[0020] Should this not be possible in individual cases, it is preferred if openings are formed between the struts of the plurality of struts and the frame, which have a clearance with a diameter of less than 8 mm. This proposes such small dimensions of the openings that no fingers or other limbs of passersby can inadvertently enter these openings.

[0021] The at least two corner regions of the seat surface, and preferably all four corner regions of the seat surface, can be defined as those regions in which at least two frame sections whose main extension directions differ merge into one another. In other words, two adjacent frame sections with different main extension directions merge into one another in a corner region by means of a connecting section of the frame.

[0022] For example, the frame may have at least a first frame section extending along a first main extension direction and a second frame section extending along a second main extension direction that differs from the first main extension direction. The connecting section of the frame may transition from the first frame section into the second frame section in a first corner region of the seat surface, deviating from the first and second main extension directions.The frame may further comprise a third frame section which extends along a third main direction of extent which differs from the first main direction of extent and is preferably aligned parallel to the second main direction of extent, wherein a further connecting section of the frame in a second corner region of the seat surface merges from the first frame section into the third frame section in a manner which differs from the first and third main direction of extent.Finally, the frame can have a fourth frame section which extends along a fourth main direction of extent which differs from the second and the third main direction of extent and is preferably aligned parallel to the first main direction of extent, wherein further connecting sections of the frame, on the one hand, in a third corner region of the seat surface, deviating from the second and the fourth main direction of extent, transition from the second frame section into the fourth frame section and, on the other hand, in a fourth corner region of the seat surface, deviating from the third and the fourth main direction of extent, transition from the third frame section into the fourth frame section.

[0023] It is particularly advantageous if the seat has a substantially rectangular or square shape. This allows the seat area and thus the comfort to be increased within the available installation space. At the same time, a seat with a rectangular or square shape is simple and cost-effective to manufacture. Firstly, a substantially rectangular frame made of predominantly straight parts is easy to manufacture and secondly, the plurality of struts can meet the frame at an angle of substantially 90° and be well connected to it. For example, the substantially rectangular frame can have a width of between 300 mm and 500 mm, preferably between 350 mm and 450 mm, and a depth of between 250 mm and 450 mm, preferably between 300 mm and 400 mm. If the seat is designed as a multi-seater, e.g.in the form of a bench, the substantially rectangular frame may also have a width of between 300 mm and 3000 mm, preferably between 350 mm and 2500 mm.

[0024] A substantially rectangular or square frame preferably has four frame sections, in particular the first to fourth edge sections, wherein two adjacent frame sections are arranged at an angle of substantially 90° to each other, at least in a plan view. Two adjacent frame sections merge into each other by means of a connecting section in a corner region.

[0025] Preferably, the struts of the plurality of struts each extend between opposite sides or frame sections of the frame. Overall, this can provide a stable seating surface, as the frame can safely absorb the loads acting on the seat grid.

[0026] In a particularly preferred embodiment, the frame is therefore substantially rectangular, the plurality of first struts extend between two opposite edge portions of the four edge portions of the frame, and the plurality of second struts extend between the other two opposite edge portions of the four edge portions of the frame. All first and second struts are firmly connected to the frame at both ends.

[0027] Preferably, each connecting section of the frame has a curve in the respective corner area of ​​the seat. Alternatively, the frame can have one or more bevels in the corner areas of the seat. This can reduce the risk of injury in the event of impact, while the inventive arrangement of the plurality of struts in the corner areas still allows for good manufacturability and advantageously large openings.

[0028] For further benefit, the seat surface is preferably at least partially curved. In particular, it can have a parabolic curvature. The apex of the curvature is preferably located centrally between two opposite edge sections of the frame and points downwards. The curvature of the seat surface allows it to be designed particularly ergonomically, which contributes to improved seating comfort.

[0029] Preferably, the frame and the plurality of struts are made of metal. Metals, especially certain steel alloys, are extremely cost-effective and easily welded or soldered together. Furthermore, this material selection allows for the production of a robust and durable seat for public facilities with minimal material usage. Alternatively, the frame and the plurality of struts can be made of plastic, in particular injection-molded. Optionally, fiber-reinforced plastic can be used, at least in part.

[0030] Preferably, the ends of the plurality of struts are welded to the frame. This creates a particularly strong and robust connection between the struts and the frame, which can bear relatively high loads. Because the struts meet the frame at a predetermined angle of approximately 90°, even in the corner areas, the struts can be welded to the frame particularly well. Regardless, all of the plurality of struts that are directly connected to the frame are preferably connected to the frame at both ends.

[0031] Advantageously, the frame completely surrounds the seat grid. This allows the seat grid to be spanned all around using the numerous struts. This provides a particularly durable seat surface, as the frame absorbs the forces acting on the seat surface and simultaneously protects the individual struts of the numerous struts from damage. The frame can be designed, for example, as a round tube frame. In other words, the frame can be formed from a tube with a round cross-section. For example, the diameter of the frame is between 20 mm and 30 mm, preferably between 22 mm and 26 mm.

[0032] The seat may further comprise a support structure and fastening devices by means of which the seat surface is attached to the support structure. Using the support structure and the fastening devices, the seat can be secured to the floor, a building structure, or a public facility. The support structure may, for example, comprise supports or feet by means of which the seat stands on the floor. Alternatively, the support structure may comprise a support anchored in a wall or the like.

[0033] In one embodiment, the seat preferably has a separate backrest. The separate backrest can be designed at least partially analogously to the previously described seat surface and contributes to increasing seating comfort. In particular, the backrest can comprise an additional frame and a grid structure surrounded by the additional frame. The additional frame and the grid structure can be designed to correspond to the frame and the seat grid of the seat surface.

[0034] In an alternative embodiment, the seat preferably has a backrest that is formed integrally with the seat surface. In this embodiment, the seat surface can merge directly into the backrest. It is therefore conceivable for the seat surface to have two corner areas only in a front region, while the frame is curved upwards in a rear region. In this alternative embodiment, the backrest can be designed completely analogously to the previously described seat surface and contributes to increased seating comfort.

[0035] Additionally, the seat can be essentially completely covered with a corrosion-resistant coating or paint. This allows for a long service life of the seat.

[0036] Further advantages and features of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in which Fig. 1 shows an embodiment of a seat surface of a seat according to the invention in a perspective view; Fig. 2 a top view of the seat according to Fig. 1 shows; and Fig. 3 an embodiment of a seat according to the invention with a seat surface according to Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 shows.

[0037] In Fig. Figure 1 shows a seat surface 1 of an embodiment of a seat according to the invention. The seat surface 1 comprises a frame 3 and a seat grid 4. In the embodiment shown, the seat grid 4 is formed by a plurality of struts 7, 9, 11, 13, which are arranged at a distance from one another and are firmly connected to the frame 3. The seat surface 1, i.e. both the frame 3 and the seat grid 4, can be curved in their entirety in a parabolic shape to increase seating comfort.

[0038] Furthermore, Fig. 1 that fastening devices 5 are preferably arranged on the frame 3 and are firmly connected to the frame 3. Both the frame 3 and the plurality of struts 7, 9, 11, 13 and the fastening devices 5 can be made of a metal, in particular a steel alloy, and welded together. The struts of the plurality of struts 7, 9, 11, 13 generally have a circular cross-section and extend essentially straight along a longitudinal direction. The frame 3 here is an endless round tube frame that completely surrounds the seat surface 1.

[0039] Further details emerge from a summary of the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. The frame 3 preferably has a substantially rectangular shape with four frame sections 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, more precisely with a first frame section 3a, a second frame section 3b, a third frame section 3c, and a fourth frame section 3d. The four frame sections 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d have different main extension directions, in particular along their central axes, wherein the main extension directions of the first and fourth frame sections 3a, 3d are parallel to one another and the main extension directions of the second and third frame sections 3b, 3c are parallel to one another. Any two adjacent frame sections 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d are arranged substantially perpendicular to one another.

[0040] Furthermore, two adjacent frame sections 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d each merge into one another in one of the four corner regions E1, E2, E3, E4, in particular by means of a connecting section 3e of the frame 3. The connecting section 3e each runs deviating from the main extension direction of the two adjacent frame sections 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d. In the preferred embodiment shown, the frame 3 is curved in the corner region E, thus having curved connecting sections 3e.

[0041] The plurality of struts 7, 9, 11, 13 comprises in the illustrated embodiment a plurality of first struts 7, a plurality of second struts 9, at least one third strut 11 and at least one fourth strut 13, in particular two third and two fourth struts 11, 13. The struts of the plurality of first struts 7 are arranged parallel to one another and preferably extend from the second frame section 3b of the substantially rectangular frame 3 to the opposite third frame section 3c. The struts of the plurality of second struts 9 are arranged parallel to one another and preferably extend between the opposite frame sections 3a, 3d of the frame 3. The plurality of second struts 9 cross the plurality of first struts 7, preferably at an angle of approximately 90°.Both ends of each strut of the plurality of first struts 7 and the plurality of second struts 9 are firmly connected, in particular welded, to the frame 3. Two third struts 11 can be arranged adjacent to the plurality of second struts 9 at a predetermined distance, which preferably corresponds to the distance between the second struts 9. The third struts 11 can each have a substantially straight section 15 and at least one angled section 17, preferably two angled sections 17.

[0042] The plurality of first struts 7 can be arranged at a first distance from one another, evenly spaced apart, and the plurality of second struts 9 can be arranged at a second distance from one another, which preferably corresponds to the first distance. Substantially uniform, rectangular openings are therefore formed between the first struts 7 and the second struts 9. In the example shown, an inner side length of the substantially rectangular opening 19 is at least 25 mm, preferably between 25 mm and 35 mm.

[0043] The third struts 13 are preferably arranged parallel to the second struts 11. The third struts 13 also have a bend that divides the third struts 13 into the substantially straight section 15 and two angled sections 17.

[0044] In Fig. 2 shows that, according to the invention, in at least two corner regions E1, E2 of the seat surface 1, the ends of the at least one third strut 11 are arranged at an angle W1 of approximately 90° relative to the frame 3. Preferably, the plurality of first struts 7 and the plurality of second struts 9 are also arranged at an angle of 90° to the frame. This allows the plurality of struts 7, 9, 11, 13 to be easily adapted to the frame and welded thereto. Furthermore, large openings 21 are formed in the corner regions, which are described in detail below.

[0045] The desired arrangement of the at least one third strut 11 can be achieved in particular by arranging the angled section 17 of the third strut 11 at an angle W1 to a tangent T to the central axis M, which represents the curvature of the frame 3 or the connecting section 3e. An angle W2 can be determined between the substantially straight section 15 and the angled section 17 of the third strut 11, which angle indicates the extent to which the angled section 17 is bent relative to the substantially straight section 15. The angle W2 is preferably approximately 45° here. The bend connecting the substantially straight section 15 and the angled section 17 can have any radius. A length LA of the angled section 17 here is less than 15% of a length LG of the substantially straight section 15.

[0046] Furthermore, Fig. 2 fourth struts 13 can be seen, the ends of which are not connected to the frame 3, but to the third struts 11. The fourth struts 13 are arranged adjacent and parallel to the first struts 7, preferably at the same distance as the first struts 7 themselves.

[0047] Furthermore, the Fig. 2 that the plurality of first struts 7 and the fourth struts 13 can be located in a common first plane or first layer, and the plurality of second struts 9 and the third struts 11 can be located in a common second plane or second layer arranged above the first plane or first layer. Thus, the plurality of first struts 7 and the plurality of second struts 9 can intersect.

[0048] Openings 21 are formed in the corner regions E1, E2, E3, and E4 of the seat surface 1 and are defined by the frame 3 and the end sections of adjacent struts 7, 9, 11, and 13. The angled section 17 of the third struts 11, which meets the frame 3 approximately perpendicularly in the respective corner regions E1, E2, E3, and E4, and the ends of the fourth struts 13 at the third struts 11, form openings 21 that are larger than those in conventional wire mesh seats, thus preventing limbs, especially fingers, from becoming trapped. The openings 21 preferably have a clearance with a diameter of at least 25 mm.

[0049] Fig. 3 shows an embodiment of a seat 22 according to the invention with a seat surface 1 according to the embodiment according to Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. In this illustration, two seats 1 are attached together to a support structure 23, here a floor anchorage with a horizontal support 25 and two feet 27. The support structure 23 can have a variety of configurations and is not limited to the Fig. 3. A seat 22 according to the invention can also have only one seat surface 1 or a plurality of seat surfaces 1 that are connected to one another via a common support structure 23.

Claims

[1] Seat (22) with a seat surface (1) comprising a frame (3) and a seat grid (4) surrounded by the frame (3), wherein the seat grid (4) is formed by a plurality of struts (7, 9, 11, 13) comprising a plurality of first struts (7), a plurality of second struts (9) crossing the plurality of first struts (7), and at least one third strut (11), wherein the seat surface (1) has at least two corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), preferably four corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), in each of which a connecting section (3e) of the frame (3) connects two frame sections (3a, 3b, 3c, 3d) of the frame (3) which have two different main extension directions, wherein the connecting section (3e) runs between the two frame sections (3a, 3b, 3c, 3d) deviating from these main extension directions, wherein in the at least two corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), preferably in the four corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4), one end of the at least one third strut (11) is arranged relative to the frame (3) at an angle (W1) which is between 70° and 110°, preferably between 80° and 100°, more preferably between 85° and 95°. [2] Seat (22) according to claim 1, characterized by in that the at least one third strut (11) has a substantially straight section (15) and at least one angled section (17), preferably two angled sections (17), wherein the at least one angled section (17) comprises one end of the third strut (11), is arranged in at least one corner region (E1, E2) of the seat surface (1) and is angled at a predetermined angle (W2) relative to the straight section (15). [3] Seat (22) according to claim 2, characterized bythat the predetermined angle (W2) is between 5° and 85°, preferably between 15° and 75°, particularly preferably between 30° and 60°. [4] Seat (22) according to claim 2 or 3, characterized by that the straight section (15) of the at least one third strut (11) is arranged parallel to the plurality of first struts (7) or to the plurality of second struts (9). [5] Seat (22) according to one of claims 2 to 4, characterized by that a length (LA) of the angled section (17) is less than 50%, preferably less than 30%, particularly preferably less than 15% of a length (LG) of the straight section (15) of the at least one third strut (11). [6] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the connecting section (3e) of the frame (3) has a curvature between adjacent frame sections (3a, 3b, 3c, 3d). [7] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized byin that in the at least two corner regions (E1, E2, E3, E4) between the frame (3) and adjacent struts (7, 9, 11, 13) of the plurality of struts (7, 9, 11, 13) openings (21) are formed, which have a free space with a diameter of at least 25 mm. [8] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the plurality of first and second struts (7, 9, 11, 13) meet the frame (3) at an angle (W1) relative to the frame (3) which is between 70° and 110°, preferably between 80° and 100°, more preferably between 85° and 95°. [9] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the seat (1) has a substantially rectangular shape with four corner areas (E1, E2, E3, E4). [10] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the frame (3) and the plurality of struts (7, 9, 11, 13) are made of metal. [11] Seat (22) according to claim 10, characterized by that the ends of the plurality of struts (7, 9, 11, 13) are welded to the frame (3). [12] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the frame (3) completely surrounds the seat grid (4). [13] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the plurality of first struts (7) are arranged parallel to one another and the plurality of second struts (9) are arranged parallel to one another and perpendicular to the plurality of first struts (7). [14] Seat (22) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the seat (22) further comprises a support structure (23) and fastening devices (5) by means of which the seat surface (1) is attached to the support structure (23).