Elastic module comprising springs in multiple layers and elastic mattress
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing elastic mattresses face issues with springs that interlock, leading to uneven deformation and support, require a rigid sponge for integrity, are difficult to clean, and pose health risks due to sponge materials.
Innovation Solution
An elastic module with springs in multiple layers, where each spring is independently connected using flexible material sleeves and balancing layers, allowing for independent elasticity and reduced interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If springs are rigidly connected with each other to prevent entanglement, then reliability is improved, but device complexity increases and ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the spring system into multiple independent layers, with each layer containing springs that are independently wrapped and connected. This segmentation allows each layer to function autonomously while maintaining overall structural integrity, preventing entanglement without requiring complex rigid connections between all springs.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional planar arrangement of springs to a three-dimensional multi-layer structure. By stacking springs in multiple layers and connecting them laterally through the balancing layer, the system gains an additional spatial dimension for organization, reducing entanglement while maintaining connection simplicity.
2Reliability
If springs are arranged in low density to prevent entanglement, then reliability is improved, but manufacturing precision deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting springs into multiple layers with staggered arrangements, the patent achieves reliable entanglement prevention without requiring low overall density. Each layer can be independently manufactured and assembled, improving manufacturing precision while maintaining reliability.
3Reliability
If sponge is used to connect springs and provide support, then reliability is improved, but object-generated harmful factors worsen due to cleaning difficulties and health risks
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and removes the sponge component from the mattress structure, replacing it with a flexible material balancing layer that connects springs laterally. This elimination of sponge removes the source of health risks and cleaning difficulties while maintaining the necessary support and connection functions through the flexible balancing layer.
4Strength
If springs are fixed on rigid base plate to provide support, then strength is improved, but adaptability deteriorates as springs cannot follow body position variations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the rigid base plate with a flexible material balancing layer that provides lateral connection between springs while allowing dynamic movement. This dynamic structure enables springs to independently respond to body position variations while maintaining overall structural strength and support.
5Strength
If multiple layers of springs are stacked to improve support, then strength is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the spring system into multiple layers with staggered arrangements, where each layer is independently wrapped and connected through the flexible balancing layer. This segmentation provides enhanced support strength while keeping each layer simple and manageable, reducing overall device complexity compared to a monolithic multi-layer structure.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables springs to adapt to body position variations, reduces the need for a rigid sponge, improves cleanliness, and enhances comfort by allowing independent spring movement.
Implementation Method 1
the springs in the first layer and the springs in the second layer are independently wrapped by flexible material sleeves, and the flexible material balancing layer is disposed between the springs in the first layer and the springs in the second layer to connect the springs in the first layer and the springs in the second layer in a lateral direction
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AI summary
An elastic module comprising springs in multiple layers comprises springs in a first layer of the multiple layers, springs in a second layer of the multiple layers, and a flexible material balancing layer. The springs in the first layer are arranged in rows and lines to form a preset shape or staggered in rows to form the preset shape, the springs in the second layer are disposed on the springs in the first layer in a same layout, and the flexible material balancing layer is disposed between the springs in the first layer and the springs in the second layer to connect the springs in the first layer and the springs in the second layer in a lateral direction.