Mattress Connector System for Removable Assembly of Stacked Mattresses
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mattress configurations do not efficiently combine two mattresses of different or same heights to form a larger rectangular prism, lacking effective and reusable connection mechanisms that maintain structural integrity and ease of assembly.
Innovation Solution
The use of removably connected connectors such as hook and loop fasteners, snap connectors, rings, and zipper teeth on the sides and corners of mattresses to securely join two mattresses of identical or different depths into a single larger rectangular prism, ensuring stability and ease of disassembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If mattresses are connected using permanent affixation methods, then structural integrity is improved, but ease of disassembly deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is divided into separate connector components that can be independently attached to each mattress. These segmented connectors allow the mattresses to be connected strongly when joined, yet easily separated by simply detaching the connector components without damaging the mattresses themselves.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector system transitions from a static permanent connection to a dynamic reversible connection. The connectors are designed to be permanently affixed to one mattress while maintaining the ability to be attached and detached from the other mattress, providing adaptability between permanent and temporary connection states.
2Ease of operation
If mattresses are connected using removable fasteners, then ease of disassembly is improved, but structural integrity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connectors are pre-permanently affixed to one mattress before use, ensuring strong structural connection when needed. This preliminary attachment action allows the same connector to provide both strong connection strength and easy disassembly capability when required, as the permanent affixation is already in place and only the connection to the second mattress needs to be made or broken.
3Reliability
If connectors are permanently affixed to mattresses, then reliability of connection is improved, but adaptability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connector design provides multi-functionality by being permanently affixed to one mattress while maintaining the ability to connect to and disconnect from another mattress. This universal design allows the same connector to serve both as a reliable permanent attachment point and as an adaptable connection interface for different mattress configurations and heights.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from static permanent connection to dynamic reversible connection, allowing the connectors to adapt between different mattress heights and configurations while maintaining reliable connection when engaged. The permanent affixation provides reliability while the removable connection aspect provides adaptability.
4Strength
If multiple connection points are used, then structural integrity is improved, but device complexity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system uses multiple segmented connector points distributed at corners and along middle sides of the mattresses. Each connector is an independent unit that can be individually attached or detached, providing strong distributed structural connection while keeping each individual connector simple in design and easy to configure independently.
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 solution allows for the creation of a larger, stable rectangular prism mattress configuration that can be easily assembled and disassembled multiple times without causing structural damage, providing flexibility and convenience in mattress design.
Implementation Method 1
A first connector is permanently affixed to the mattress... A second connector is permanently affixed likewise... The connectors are adapted to be removably connected to each other
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AI summary
Two mattresses, of a same a different depth, share a same length and width. Each is in a shape of a rectangular prism and when placed one on top of the other, a larger rectangular prism is created. In order to hold the two mattresses in place when used together, a connector or connectors emanating from the sides or corners of each mattress are used. Such connectors can include hoop and loop fasteners, rings, hooks, lengths of fabric, and any combination thereof which hold the mattresses together in a taut manner.