Elastic module, elastic mattress, and method thereof
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing elastic mattresses fail to conform to the human body's curve by adjusting stress distribution based on posture, leading to discomfort and lack of ergonomic support.
Innovation Solution
An elastic module comprising pre-compressed springs connected through lapping members with connecting structures that allow for adjustable stress distribution and independent spring operation, enabling better body conformity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If springs are connected through a connecting base, then structural stability is improved, but stress scope cannot be adjusted to conform to human body curve
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting base is divided into multiple connection units, each independently connected to individual springs. This segmentation allows each spring to respond independently to local body pressure while maintaining overall structural stability through the coordinated action of multiple connection units.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection between springs and the connecting base is designed to be dynamically adjustable. The connection units can adapt their stress distribution based on the sleeping posture, enabling the mattress to conform to the human body curve while maintaining structural integrity.
2Ease of manufacture
If springs are formed as whole structures, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but independence of spring operation is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The spring system is segmented into multiple independent springs that are connected through the connecting base. Each spring can be manufactured separately using standard spring manufacturing processes, maintaining manufacturing simplicity while enabling independent operation of each spring to respond to local body pressure.
3Strength
If springs are connected together, then load bearing capacity is improved, but ability to conform to body posture is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting base is segmented into multiple connection units, each capable of independent stress adjustment. This allows the mattress to bear overall body weight through the collective action of multiple springs while each spring independently adjusts to local body contours, achieving both high load bearing capacity and excellent body posture conformity.
Solution Approach 2:
Each connection unit on the connecting base has localized stress adjustment capabilities. Different regions of the connecting base can provide different stress responses based on the sleeping posture, allowing the mattress to conform to the human body curve while maintaining overall structural strength.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The elastic module provides enhanced comfort and ergonomic support by adjusting stress distribution according to body posture, while allowing for easy disassembly and transportation.
Implementation Method 1
plurality of pre-compressed springs contact or approach each other, middle parts of the plurality of pre-compressed springs are disposed with one or more connecting members
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AI summary
An elastic module, the elastic module includes a plurality of pre-compressed springs and one or more lapping members, the plurality of pre-compressed springs contact or approach each other, middle parts of the plurality of pre-compressed springs are disposed with one or more connecting members, the plurality of pre-compressed springs are connected to the one or more lapping members through the one or more connecting members, and the one or more lapping members enable the plurality of pre-compressed springs to be connected in series to form rows and connect the plurality of pre-compressed springs in two adjacent ones of the rows together.