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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing support systems for spring elements in mattresses lack flexibility in size and shape adjustment, particularly in applications like caravans and boats where varied dimensions and shapes are common.
Innovation Solution
The support system features connecting means on carrier elements that allow longitudinal struts to connect to cross struts at multiple points, enabling lateral offset and variable spacing, allowing for adjustments in length, width, and shape, including non-rectangular forms, through plug-in, snap, or Velcro connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If support elements are connected at fixed points to form a grid structure, then structural stability is improved, but flexibility in size and shape adjustment deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The support element is segmented into multiple connecting sections along the longitudinal strut, each capable of independent connection to transverse struts. This segmentation allows the longitudinal strut to connect to multiple transverse struts at different positions, enabling both stable grid formation and flexible configuration adaptation to various sizes and shapes.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system is designed to be dynamic rather than fixed. The longitudinal strut can selectively connect to different transverse struts at different connecting sections, allowing the grid structure to be dynamically reconfigured for different mattress sizes and shapes while maintaining stability in each configured state.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple connecting points are provided on transverse struts, then flexibility in lateral offset adjustment is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple connecting sections are merged into a single integrated longitudinal strut component. The connecting sections are formed as part of the longitudinal strut's structure, eliminating the need for separate connection devices and reducing overall device complexity while providing flexibility in lateral offset adjustment.
Solution Approach 2:
The longitudinal strut serves multiple functions: it provides structural support, enables lateral offset adjustment through multiple connecting sections, and allows flexible configuration of the grid structure. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional specialized components, thereby reducing device complexity.
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AI summary
Support system (45) for spring elements (55) of a mattress or under-mattress with a plurality of support elements (11) on which the spring elements (55) are arranged or attachable, wherein the support elements (11) each comprise at least one longitudinal strut (15) extending in a first spatial direction (19) and at least one transverse strut (17) extending in a second spatial direction (20) perpendicular to the first spatial direction (19), wherein the support elements (11) can be joined together via the longitudinal struts (15) and transverse struts (17) to form a grid-like structure, wherein respective connecting means (27, 28) are provided on the support elements (11) which are designed to connect the longitudinal strut (15) of a support element (11) with a connecting section, in particular a transverse strut (17), of an adjacent support element (11) at at least two different connection points of the connecting section, in particular the transverse strut (17),wherein the connection points are spaced apart with respect to the second spatial direction (20).