Elastic module balancing pad, elastic pad, and furniture
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional mattresses are difficult to disassemble and transport, lack comfort due to non-movable springs, and are challenging to clean, with only the outer cover being removable and not the sponge portion.
Innovation Solution
A balancing pad with elastic modules featuring receiving holes and a protective sheet or lining that restricts the movement of elastic modules in the transverse direction, enhancing stability and comfort, and allowing for easier assembly and disassembly by limiting the movement of elastic modules within the pad.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a conventional separately-pocketed spring mattress is used, then individual spring movement is enabled, but the mattress remains an integral product that cannot be disassembled and is not easily transported
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic pad is divided into multiple detachable modules, each containing a subset of spring pockets. These modules can be separated from each other through zipper connections, enabling disassembly for transport while maintaining the individual spring movement characteristic within each module. The pad body is also segmented into multiple layers that can be detached and washed separately.
2Device complexity
If an integral pad structure is used, then structural simplicity is achieved, but the pad is large in size and not easy to be disassembled and stored
Solution Approach 1:
The pad body is constructed from multiple detachable layers including a first pad layer, second pad layer, and third pad layer, connected via zipper mechanisms. This segmentation allows the pad to be disassembled into smaller components for easier storage and transport, while maintaining relative structural simplicity through standardized connection interfaces.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the sponge portion is not removable, then structural integrity is maintained, but the sponge portion cannot be removed and not easily cleaned, causing hygienic hazards
Solution Approach 1:
The pad body is designed as a detachable structure with multiple layers that can be separated from each other. The sponge portion is integrated into the pad body layers, which can be completely detached from the elastic module assembly through zipper connections, enabling the sponge to be removed for washing and drying while maintaining structural integrity during use.
4Stability of the object's composition
If receiving holes are added to restrict elastic module movement, then stability and comfort are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Receiving holes are strategically positioned at specific locations within the pad body where elastic modules require stabilization. These holes are formed only in the necessary areas rather than throughout the entire pad body, providing local support and restriction where needed while maintaining simplicity in other areas. The holes have specific dimensional parameters that match the elastic module geometry for precise fitting.
Data Source
AI summary
A balancing pad for furniture includes a pad body having a first pad surface with receiving holes extending in the thickness direction of the pad body. Each receiving hole is configured to receive a portion of a corresponding elastic module of an elastic base pad, to restrict movement of the elastic modules in the transverse direction of the pad body. A second pad surface is provided with a vent structure. After assembled to form an elastic pad, the balancing pad restricts movement of elastic modules and allows the elastic pad to be rapidly restored with good support properties. The balancing pad can improve stability, recoverability and support performance, providing higher comfort and a more hygienic environment.