Framed Air Pillow With Adjustable Angle for Upright Spinal Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing back support technologies fail to effectively address back pain caused by bad posture, as they lack adjustability and comfort, particularly in maintaining a straight spinal alignment while sitting, and are not portable or versatile for various uses.
Innovation Solution
A framed inflatable air pillow system comprising an air inflatable pillow, an air chamber that controls the angle with a hinge joint base, using memory foam and durable plastic, allowing for adjustable support and comfort, which can be converted into a sleep pillow and deflated for portability, with optional features like heating and massage pads, and integration into furniture.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a rigid back support structure is used, then spinal alignment is improved, but comfort and adaptability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by using an inflatable air chamber whose volume and pressure can be adjusted. This allows the back support to transition from a rigid structure that provides spinal alignment to a softer, more comfortable structure that adapts to different users and positions, effectively resolving the contradiction between stability and adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines memory foam material with an inflatable air chamber structure. The memory foam provides initial comfort and contouring, while the air chamber provides adjustable rigid support for spinal alignment. This composite approach integrates both comfort and spinal alignment functions in a single system.
2Adaptability or versatility
If an inflatable air chamber is used, then adjustability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The inflatable air chamber serves multiple functions: it provides adjustable back support, enables position transitions (sitting to reclining), and can be inflated or deflated for portability. This multi-functionality justifies the added complexity by eliminating the need for separate mechanisms for each function.
3Ease of operation
If the back support is made portable by deflating the air chamber, then ease of transport is improved, but structural stability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a dynamic structure where the air chamber can be inflated to provide structural stability during use and deflated to enable portability when not in use. This dynamic transformation allows the device to adapt its physical state based on operational requirements, resolving the contradiction between stability and portability.
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 system provides effective muscle relaxation and spinal alignment by supporting a straight posture, is adjustable and portable, suitable for various uses, and can be customized for different applications, offering relief for multiple medical conditions and everyday activities.
Implementation Method 1
The air volume in the air chamber controls the angle between the base and the pillow making the system easily adjustable by the user
Implementation Method 2
The art of this invention emphasizes the quality of comfort due to the integration of the outer layer surfaces such as memory foam
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention is related to a framed air pillow system, using air pressure to provide stability and comfort for a user when sitting in an upright position. The invention comprises of a base frame structure, an inflatable air chamber having an air pump and a rectangular cushion pad, wherein said system having means to adjust the angle between said base and said rectangular cushion pad.