Modular Elastic Mattress Assembly with Detachable Nested Units
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing elastic mattresses are complex to assemble, have poor stability, and occupy a lot of space for storage and transportation due to their integrated and non-detachable structure.
Innovation Solution
The design includes a base with detachable elastic modules that can be sleeved onto other modules, allowing for rapid assembly and disassembly, improved stability, and compact storage by stacking, with each module comprising a spring and flexible sleeve for adjustable initial elastic force.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If an integrated and non-detachable structure is used for the elastic mattress, then the structure has good stability during use, but it is complicated to assemble and takes up a large space when stored
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic mattress is divided into multiple detachable elastic units, each comprising a base and elastic modules. This segmentation allows the mattress to be assembled from separate components rather than as a single integrated piece, reducing assembly complexity while maintaining structural stability through the connection of multiple units.
2Stability of the object's composition
If an integrated and non-detachable structure is used for the elastic mattress, then the structure has good stability during use, but it takes up a large space when stored
Solution Approach 1:
The detachable elastic units can be nested or stacked within each other when not in use, similar to nested dolls. This nesting capability significantly reduces the storage space required compared to storing an expanded integrated mattress, while the mattress maintains its structural stability when assembled and in use.
3Device complexity
If detachable elastic modules are used on the base, then the assembly is simplified and storage space is reduced, but the stability may be affected
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic modules are designed with universal connection features that allow them to be detachably connected to the base and to each other. These modules serve multiple functions: providing elastic support, enabling easy assembly and disassembly, and allowing flexible configuration. The connection structures are designed to maintain structural stability while permitting detachability, thus achieving both simplified assembly and stable construction.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution simplifies assembly, enhances stability and comfort, and reduces storage space requirements by enabling modular and stackable elastic units, providing better support and ease of handling.
Implementation Method 1
each of the plurality of elastic modules comprises a spring and a flexible sleeve
Data Source
AI summary
An elastic unit, an elastic assembly, and an elastic mattress are provided. The elastic unit comprises a base comprising a first end and a second end opposite to the first end in a length direction of the base and a plurality of elastic modules disposed between the first end and the second end of the base. The plurality of elastic modules are detachably disposed on the base, and the elastic unit comprises at least one bottom opening to enable at least one of the plurality of elastic modules to be sleeved on an upper surface of at least one of a plurality of elastic modules of another one elastic unit.