Support structure for a piece of reclining furniture
A biodegradable sandwich material with composite layers addresses the weight and environmental issues of reclining furniture support structures, offering a lightweight, stable, and sustainable solution with reduced material consumption and recyclability.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/EP2025/069837
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-07-15
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-22
AI Technical Summary
Reclining furniture support structures face challenges with increasing weight, complexity, and environmental impact due to multiple materials, which affect mechanical stability, load-bearing capacity, and sustainability.
A support structure for reclining furniture using a sandwich material with biodegradable face layers and a composite support layer, comprising materials like biodegradable plastics, cardboard, and natural fibers, which can be recycled and produced sustainably, reducing weight and material consumption.
The solution provides a lightweight, stable, and environmentally friendly support structure that reduces material and fuel consumption, facilitates recycling, and shortens transportation distances, while maintaining mechanical stability and ergonomic comfort.
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Abstract
Description
[0001] Support structure for a reclining furniture
[0002] Reference to related applications
[0003] The present application claims priority over German utility model application No. 20 2024 103 951 .3, filed on July 15, 2024, which is incorporated in full by reference into this document.
[0004] Technical field
[0005] The invention relates generally to the field of reclining furniture and / or sleeping furniture. In particular, the invention relates to a support structure for reclining furniture, for example for supporting a mattress.
[0006] Background of the invention
[0007] Support structures for reclining furniture have long been used as a base, lying surface, frame, and / or base, and are constantly being further developed, particularly with regard to user comfort and ergonomic positioning. Reclining furniture, and therefore its support structures, are generally adapted to specific requirements.
[0008] This makes the support structures for reclining furniture increasingly complex, sometimes comprising more and more components made of various materials, which can also lead to an increase in weight. Mattresses and other upholstery for reclining furniture can also have a complex structure and considerable weight. Furthermore, the average weight of people is increasing, at least in some areas. Therefore, the support structures must also meet increased demands regarding mechanical stability, robustness, and load-bearing capacity. Support structures should also have a long lifespan and, for example, meet certain requirements for environmental friendliness and sustainability with regard to manufacturing, transport, and / or recyclability.
[0009] Summary of the invention
[0010] With embodiments of the invention, an improved support structure for reclining furniture can advantageously be provided. In particular, embodiments of the invention can advantageously provide a robust and stable support structure, which can also be produced in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner.
[0011] This is made possible in particular by the subject matter of the independent claim. Advantageous embodiments and further developments are specified in the dependent claims and the following description.
[0012] One aspect of the present disclosure relates to a support structure for a reclining piece of furniture and / or support furniture, in particular for supporting a mattress, wherein the support structure comprises a sandwich material at least in a partial area, the sandwich material comprising at least two face layers having a composite material and at least one support layer arranged between the face layers. The face layers and / or the support layer comprise a biodegradable material.
[0013] By using sandwich materials in combination with composites, a lightweight yet stable support structure for a lounger can be provided. This reduces the material required for manufacturing the support structure. Furthermore, the overall weight of the support structure, and consequently the weight of the lounger itself, can be reduced. This also reduces material consumption for manufacturing, fuel consumption for transport, and the amount of waste generated at the end of the product lifecycle. Transportation distances can also be shortened, for example, because the lounger can be manufactured locally, eliminating the need to import and process wood from tropical or subtropical countries, as is often the case with current support structures. In addition, complex geometries for the support structure can be realized.Furthermore, the use of biodegradable materials simplifies the recycling and reuse of the support structure for lounge furniture. This has a positive impact on sustainability.
[0014] The support structure can generally refer to a component of a piece of furniture that is at least partially load-bearing and / or supporting, on which, for example, a mattress can be placed, such as a base for a user or person. The support structure can be a single piece or made of multiple parts.
[0015] The term "reclining furniture" can refer to any type of support furniture designed to support or carry a person. For example, "reclining furniture" could refer to a chair, a couch, a bed, or the like. The terms "reclining furniture" and "support furniture" may be used synonymously or interchangeably within the scope of this disclosure.
[0016] In the context of this application, the term "mattress" is to be understood broadly and may, in particular, refer to any padding of a reclining or supportive piece of furniture and / or a base for a user or person. In other words, the mattress may comprise one or more cushions, padding, an elastic base, a one-piece mattress core, a multi-piece mattress core, or the like.
[0017] According to one embodiment, the cover layers consist exclusively of a biodegradable material. The cover layers can consist of a single biodegradable material or of several different biodegradable materials. Alternatively or additionally, the backing layer can consist exclusively of a biodegradable material. The backing layer can consist of a single biodegradable material or of several different biodegradable materials. This is particularly advantageous because it allows the cover layers to be recycled very easily at the end of the product life cycle.
[0018] For example, both the face sheets and the core layer can be made of a biodegradable material, such as a single or several different biodegradable materials. If both the face sheets and the core layer consist exclusively of a biodegradable material, this is particularly advantageous because the entire sandwich material is easily recyclable. According to one embodiment, the core layer of the sandwich material comprises cardboard, wood, and / or plastic, in particular polystyrene. The core layer can also contain combinations of these materials. All of these materials can be provided as biodegradable materials, thus enabling the production of a sustainable and environmentally friendly support structure.
[0019] If the core layer of the sandwich material is made of cardboard, this represents a particularly cost-effective and environmentally friendly design. Furthermore, cardboard is easy to process.
[0020] If the core layer consists of wood, a renewable resource can be used. Furthermore, wood exhibits high stability.
[0021] If the substrate layer is made of plastic, it is particularly easy to produce. Furthermore, especially lightweight and complex geometries can be created using plastic. The plastic can also be a fully biodegradable material.
[0022] If the plastic is polystyrene, a particularly lightweight support layer can be provided. Furthermore, polystyrene support layers can be easily and economically produced in large quantities.
[0023] The plastic may, for example, be a thermoplastic selected from polyurethane (PU), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polystyrene (PS), polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), polycarbonate (PC), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyoxymethylene (POM), and polymers with similar properties. These are materials particularly suitable for the present application.
[0024] To further enhance environmental compatibility, it is also preferable that the plastic incorporates a modified polyolefin, or at least a modified polyolefin component, for improved biodegradability. Particularly preferred is a modification by oxidation of the polyolefin backbone, especially oxidation using catalytically active anchor peptides. These preferably include anchor peptides that, in addition to a peptide residue, may also comprise a monodentate or multidentate ligand for complexing a metal, in particular cobalt (Co), nickel (Ni), manganese (Mn), iron (Fe), or other catalytically active metal species.
[0025] In particular, the plastic can be a polystyrene (such as thermoplastic polystyrene) that is oxidatively modified with a cobalt cofactor using LCI_F16C anchor peptide.
[0026] The plastic can be biodegradable. This includes so-called bioplastics, for example, thermoplastic starch and starch derivatives, cellulose and cellulose derivatives, lignin, polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxy fatty acids (PHB, PHV), polybutylene succinate (PBS), polybutylene succinate co-adipate (PBSA), or similar materials. Biodegradable materials also preferably include plastics that can be broken down by microorganisms, such as bacteria and / or fungi.
[0027] If the backing layer of the sandwich material comprises a combination of cardboard, wood and plastic, then the advantages mentioned above are also combined.
[0028] Furthermore, despite the use of different materials, a sustainable carrier layer can be provided. This is easy to recycle, as each material is biodegradable.
[0029] According to one embodiment, the core layer of the sandwich material has a honeycomb structure. A honeycomb structure can provide a stable structure with high stiffness, requiring little material. A core layer with such a structure therefore exhibits low weight combined with high stability and robustness.
[0030] According to one embodiment, the carrier layer of the sandwich material has a corrugated profile. Corrugated profiles are particularly easy to manufacture and offer good stability at a low weight.
[0031] Furthermore, it is also conceivable that the sandwich material comprises at least two support layers, one with a honeycomb structure and the other with a corrugated profile. This combination allows the advantages of both variants to be utilized and tailored to individual requirements.
[0032] According to one embodiment, the support layer of the sandwich material has a thickness of 1 to 30 cm. Support structures with corresponding dimensions are particularly suitable for reclining furniture, as they can accommodate all common loads and typical component sizes.
[0033] According to one embodiment, the composite material comprises fibers and a foam. The fibers can impart high tensile strength to the composite, while the foam acts as a matrix, binding the fibers together. Such a composite material can be manufactured cost-effectively. Furthermore, foam is lightweight and has a pleasant feel.
[0034] According to one embodiment, the fibers of the composite material comprise wool, cotton, sisal, cellulose, viscose, modal, lyocell, hemp, bamboo, eucalyptus, and / or linen. Combinations of several of these materials or fiber types are also conceivable.
[0035] If the composite material's fibers are made of wool, then the fibers are particularly sustainable due to the use of a renewable raw material that can be easily processed in just a few steps. Furthermore, it is conceivable to use recycled wool.
[0036] If the composite material's fibers are made of cotton, then the fibers are particularly sustainable due to the use of a renewable, plant-based raw material. Furthermore, the use of recycled cotton is also conceivable here.
[0037] If the fibers of the composite material are made of sisal, cost advantages arise due to the low material costs. Furthermore, sisal is also a renewable resource, making these fibers particularly sustainable.
[0038] Viscose is based on cellulose and therefore also on renewable plant material. Furthermore, particularly robust and durable fibers can be produced from viscose.
[0039] If the fibers of the composite material include Modal, then these are also sustainable fibers, as Modal is based on cellulose fibers. Furthermore, Modal is dimensionally stable, durable, elastic, temperature-resistant, and exhibits high strength.
[0040] Lyocell is also based on cellulose and is therefore sustainable. Furthermore, lyocell is a particularly readily biodegradable material.
[0041] If the composite material incorporates hemp fibers, a particularly high level of sustainability can be achieved. The sustainability of hemp fibers extends across the entire life cycle, with hemp cultivation requiring only a few resources and the corresponding fibers being easily and environmentally friendly extracted from hemp.
[0042] If the fibers of the composite material contain linen, then a sustainable natural resource is also being used. Furthermore, linen fibers are very strong and have low elasticity, making it possible to produce a particularly stiff composite material.
[0043] If the fibers of the composite material comprise several of the above materials, their advantages are combined. This allows the fibers of the composite material to be individually adapted to the requirements.
[0044] According to one embodiment, the foam of the composite material can be sprayed onto the fibers of the composite material or can be sprayed onto the fibers.
[0045] This allows the composite material to be manufactured simply and economically. Furthermore, it ensures that the fibers are embedded in the foam and form a stable composite material.
[0046] According to one embodiment, the foam of the composite material can be sprayed onto the carrier layer or can be sprayed onto the carrier layer.
[0047] This allows, for example, cavities in the substrate to be filled with foam. This can further improve the stability of the substrate. It is also conceivable that the fibers could subsequently be arranged on the foam-sprayed substrate, for example, in the form of fiber mats. In this way, the fibers could bond with the substrate and then, as explained above, be additionally sprayed with foam on the side facing away from the substrate.
[0048] According to one embodiment, the foam of the composite material is based on a natural raw material, in particular corn, sugar cane and / or castor oil. Natural raw materials can be obtained sustainably and in an environmentally conscious manner.
[0049] Furthermore, a foam based on this material exhibits good biodegradability.
[0050] According to one embodiment, the foam of the composite material comprises polylactic acid.
[0051] Polylactic acid exhibits high strength and, due to its natural transparency, can be easily colored. Furthermore, it is a material that can be processed using existing plastics processing equipment. Therefore, no new specialized equipment is required. The processing of polylactic acid can thus be implemented economically.
[0052] According to one embodiment, the support structure has several components, wherein at least one component of the support structure comprises the sandwich material, and wherein the at least one component of the support structure comprising the sandwich material is a crossbar extending transversely to a longitudinal axis of a slatted frame.
[0053] Sandwich material is particularly suitable for this purpose because its properties can be individually adapted. Consequently, various crossbars can be provided along the longitudinal axis of the slatted frame to create different support zones, for example. The weight of the slatted frame can also be reduced.
[0054] According to one embodiment, the support structure has several components, wherein at least one component of the support structure comprises the sandwich material, and wherein the at least one component of the support structure comprising the sandwich material is a longitudinal strut extending along a longitudinal axis of a slatted frame.
[0055] The advantages presented for the cross brace apply analogously to the longitudinal struts made of sandwich material.
[0056] According to one embodiment, the support structure has several components, wherein at least one component of the support structure comprises the sandwich material, and wherein the at least one component of the support structure comprising the sandwich material is a frame part of a frame of a slatted frame.
[0057] The frame of a slatted bed base must be particularly robust, as it absorbs the forces acting on the entire base. Furthermore, additional mechanisms are often attached to slatted bed bases, for example, to allow for adjustments. Here, too, sandwich material offers the advantage of being precisely tailored to these requirements while remaining stable despite its relatively low weight.
[0058] If the components of the support structure, which comprise the sandwich material, are crossbeams, longitudinal struts, and frame parts of a slatted frame, then the advantages are combined. This allows for a particularly lightweight slatted frame overall, which, as explained above, is also easy to recycle and can be produced in an environmentally friendly manner.
[0059] According to one embodiment, the support structure has several components, wherein at least one component of the support structure comprises the sandwich material, and wherein the at least one component of the support structure comprising the sandwich material is a bed frame part.
[0060] Significant weight savings can also be achieved with bed frame components. Bed frame components are typically very robust because they need to be sufficiently stable. By appropriately designing the sandwich material, they can be made considerably lighter while maintaining the same stability.
[0061] According to one embodiment, the support structure has several components, wherein at least one component of the support structure comprises the sandwich material, and wherein the at least one component of the support structure comprising the sandwich material is a frame part of a frame of a slatted frame.
[0062] Another aspect of the present disclosure relates to a support arrangement with a support structure, as described above and below. All the preceding and following disclosures regarding the support structure apply equally to the support arrangement and vice versa. The support arrangement comprises a slatted frame and a mattress, wherein the support structure has several components, at least one component of the support structure comprising the sandwich material, and wherein the at least one component of the support structure comprising the sandwich material is part of the slatted frame.
[0063] According to one embodiment, the support arrangement comprises a bed frame and forms a piece of furniture, wherein at least one component of the support structure, which includes the sandwich material, is part of the bed frame.
[0064] Brief character description
[0065] The figures are schematic only and not to scale. If the same reference symbols are used in different figures in the following description, these denote identical, equivalent, similar, or similarly acting elements.
[0066] Fig. 1 schematically shows a support arrangement according to an exemplary embodiment in a perspective exploded view.
[0067] Fig. 2 schematically shows a support arrangement according to a further embodiment in a perspective exploded view.
[0068] Fig. 3 schematically shows a sandwich material according to an exemplary embodiment in a side view.
[0069] Fig. 4 schematically shows a sandwich material according to a further embodiment in a side view.
[0070] Fig. 5 schematically shows a sectional view along line A through the sandwich material according to Fig. 4.
[0071] Detailed description of embodiments
[0072] Figure 1 shows a support arrangement 100 according to an exemplary embodiment in a perspective exploded view.
[0073] The support arrangement 100 comprises a support structure 102, which can be exemplified as a slatted frame.
[0074] Figure 104 and bed frame 106 are shown. The support arrangement 100 further includes a mattress.
[0075] 108. Consequently, the support arrangement 100 forms, for example, a piece of furniture, such as a bed. In this arrangement, the slatted frame 104 is attached to the bed frame 106 and the mattress 108 is placed on the slatted frame 104.
[0076] Both the slatted frame 104 and the bed frame 106, or at least parts thereof, are formed by the support structure 102, as explained below.
[0077] The support structure 102 serves to support the mattress 108 and comprises several components 110, at least one of which includes a sandwich material 112. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that all components 110 include a sandwich material 112.
[0078] The sandwich material 1 12 is shown in Figures 3 to 5, and the exact structure of the sandwich material 112 will be discussed later.
[0079] The slatted frame 104 has a frame 114 with several frame parts 116. Furthermore, the slatted frame 104 includes crossbars 118 extending transversely to a longitudinal axis L. The slats of the slatted frame 104 are formed by the crossbars 118.
[0080] The cross members 118 and the frame parts 116 are formed by the components 110 of the support structure 102, which comprise the sandwich material 112.
[0081] Alternatively, it is also conceivable that only the crossbars 118 are formed by components 110 comprising the sandwich material 1 12, or that only individual crossbars 118 are formed by components 110 comprising the sandwich material 112.
[0082] Alternatively or additionally, it is also conceivable that only the frame parts 116 are formed by the components 110 which comprise the sandwich material 112, or that only individual frame parts 116 are formed by the components 110 which comprise the sandwich material 112.
[0083] The bed frame 106 is formed from several bed frame parts 120, the feet 122, a bed frame 124 and a headboard 125.
[0084] The bed frame components 120 are also formed by the components 110 of the support structure 102, which comprise the sandwich material 112. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that only the feet 122, the bed frame 124, or the headboard 125 are formed by components 110 that comprise the sandwich material 112.
[0085] Figure 2 shows a support arrangement 100 according to a further embodiment in a perspective exploded view. The support arrangement 100 of Figure 2 has the same elements, features, and advantages as the support arrangement of Figure 1, unless otherwise described. To avoid unnecessary repetition, only the differences are discussed here, with the remaining explanations provided above being applicable analogously to this embodiment.
[0086] In contrast to the embodiment shown in Figure 1, the slatted frame 104 is constructed differently in this support arrangement 100. According to this further embodiment, the slatted frame 104 has, in addition to the transverse struts 118 extending transversely to the longitudinal axis L, longitudinal struts 126 extending longitudinally to the longitudinal axis L of the slatted frame 104.
[0087] Consequently, the cross struts 118 and the longitudinal struts 126 form a grid-like structure, as shown in Figure 2.
[0088] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the bed frame components 120 of the bed frame 106 form only a bed frame 124, which simultaneously serves as the feet. Additionally, the bed frame 106 does not have a headboard. Alternatively, however, feet and a headboard can also be provided in this embodiment, as explained above.
[0089] The structure of the sandwich material 112 will be discussed in more detail below with reference to Figures 3 to 5.
[0090] Figure 3 shows the sandwich material 112 in a schematic side view according to an exemplary embodiment.
[0091] The sandwich material 112 comprises two face layers 128, which have a composite material 130. In addition, the sandwich material 112 has a support layer 132 arranged between the face layers 128.
[0092] The cover layers 128 are connected to the support layer 132 on the side facing the support layer 132. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that several support layers are provided, arranged on top of each other and connected to each other by cover layers 128 running between them.
[0093] The top layers 128 contain a biodegradable material. The top layers 128 can, for example, consist entirely of a biodegradable material.
[0094] The composite material 130 comprises fibers 134 and a matrix material 136. Generally, thermosetting and thermoplastic bioplastics are conceivable as the matrix material 136. The matrix material 136 can be in the form of a foam.
[0095] The matrix material 136 of the composite material 130, in particular the matrix material 136 in the form of a foam, can generally be based on a natural raw material. For example, natural raw materials based on corn, sugar cane and / or castor oil are used.
[0096] Alternatively or additionally, the matrix material 136 of the composite material 130, in particular the matrix material 136 in the form of a foam, can comprise polylactic acid.
[0097] Furthermore, the matrix material 136 of the composite material 130, in particular the matrix material 136 in the form of a foam, is sprayed, for example, onto the fibers 134 of the composite material 130.
[0098] Furthermore, the matrix material 136 of the composite material 130, in particular the matrix material 136 in the form of a foam, can be sprayed onto the carrier layer 132, for example.
[0099] The fibers 134 of the composite material 130 can generally consist of a natural, renewable raw material. For example, natural raw materials such as wool, cotton, sisal, cellulose, viscose, modal, lyocell, hemp and / or linen are used.
[0100] In general, the carrier layer 132 of the sandwich material 112 can have a thickness D of 1 to 30 cm.
[0101] In general, the thickness D of the core layer 132 can be greater than the thickness E of one of the face layers 128. The core layer 132 also comprises a biodegradable material. For example, the core layer 132 can consist entirely of a biodegradable material. For example, the core layer 132 of the sandwich material 112 generally comprises cardboard, wood, and / or plastic.
[0102] If the carrier layer contains 132 plastic, then polystyrene, for example, can be used.
[0103] The carrier layer 132 of the sandwich material 112 has a wave-shaped profile 138.
[0104] Figure 4 shows the sandwich material 112 in a schematic side view according to a further embodiment. Figure 5 shows a sectional view of the sandwich material 112 along line A from Figure 4.
[0105] As an alternative to the corrugated profile, the support layer 132, according to the further embodiment, has a honeycomb structure with a plurality of honeycombs 140. The main direction of extension of the honeycombs 140 runs transversely to the main direction of extension of the sandwich material 112, so that the openings of the honeycombs 140 face the cover layers 128.
[0106] The honeycomb structure (140) can have a polygonal cross-sectional profile, for example a hexagonal cross-sectional profile, and form polygonal, for example hexagonal, honeycombs. Fewer or more than six sides for the cross-sectional profile are conceivable.
[0107] In this case, the honeycomb cells 140 can, for example, have a regular hexagonal cross-sectional profile (see Figure 5).
[0108] Furthermore, the honeycomb cells 140, together with the cover layers 128 arranged at the openings of the honeycomb cells 140, each define a honeycomb volume. At least some of these honeycomb volumes can be filled with a filler material, such as a foam. Here, it is conceivable that the honeycomb volumes are filled by the matrix material 136 in the form of a foam.
[0109] Furthermore, it is conceivable that a stiffening structure is arranged within at least some of these honeycomb volumes, either as an alternative or in addition to the filler material. The stiffening structure could, for example, be at least one strut running transversely, diagonally, and / or longitudinally to the main direction of extension of the honeycomb 140. The ends of the at least one strut can be attached to the walls of the honeycomb 140 and / or to the face sheets 128 arranged at the openings of the honeycomb 140. It is also conceivable that the wall thickness of the honeycomb 140 is constant or varies along the main direction of extension of the sandwich material 112.
[0110] Furthermore, it is also conceivable that the honeycomb structure may contain honeycombs with an octagonal cross-sectional profile, regular prisms and / or irregular prisms in addition to or instead of hexagonal honeycombs.
Claims
Patent claims 1. Support structure (102) for a reclining furniture, in particular for supporting a Mattress (108), wherein the support structure (102) comprises a sandwich material (112) at least in a partial area, wherein the sandwich material (112) comprises at least two cover layers (128) comprising a composite material (130) and at least one support layer (132) arranged between the cover layers (128), and wherein the cover layers (128) and / or the support layer (132) comprise a biodegradable material.
2. Support structure (102) according to claim 1, wherein the cover layers (128) consist exclusively of at least one biodegradable material.
3. Support structure (102) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the support layer (132) consists exclusively of at least one biodegradable material.
4. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the The carrier layer (132) of the sandwich material (112) comprises cardboard, wood and / or plastic, in particular polystyrene.
5. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the The carrier layer (132) of the sandwich material (112) has a honeycomb structure.
6. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the The carrier layer (132) of the sandwich material (112) has a wave-shaped profile (138).
7. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the The carrier layer (132) of the sandwich material (112) has a thickness of 1 to 30 cm.
8. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the composite material (130) fibers (134) and a foam.
9. Support structure (102) according to claim 6, wherein the fibers (134) of the Composite material (130) include wool, cotton, sisal, cellulose, viscose, modal, lyocell, hemp and / or linen.
10. Support structure (102) according to claim 8 or 9, wherein the foam of the composite material (130) can be sprayed onto or is sprayed onto the fibers (134).
11. Support structure (102) according to claims 8 to 10, wherein the foam of the composite material (130) can be sprayed onto or is sprayed onto the carrier layer (132).
12. Support structure (102) according to one of claims 8 to 11, wherein the foam of the composite material (130) is based on a natural raw material, in particular corn, sugar cane and / or castor oil.
13. Support structure (102) according to one of claims 8 to 11, wherein the foam of the composite material (130) comprises polylactic acid.
14. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the The support structure (102) comprises several components (110), wherein at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) comprises the sandwich material (112), and wherein the at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) comprising the sandwich material (112) is a crossbar (118) extending transversely to a longitudinal axis of a slatted frame (104).
15. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the The support structure (102) comprises several components (110), wherein at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) comprises the sandwich material (112), and wherein the at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) comprising the sandwich material (112) is a longitudinal strut (126) extending along a longitudinal axis of a slatted frame (104).
16. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the The support structure (102) comprises several components (110), wherein at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) comprises the sandwich material (112), and wherein the at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) comprising the sandwich material (112) is a frame part (116) of a frame (114) of a slatted frame (104).
17. Support structure (102) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the support structure (102) comprises several components (110), wherein at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) comprises the sandwich material (112), and wherein the at least one component (110) of the support structure (102) that comprises the Sandwich material (112) includes a bed frame part (120).
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