Rotating Body Support System for Spinal Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing body support devices for lateral decubitus position are inadequate as they cause discomfort due to stationary side walls that restrict movement and apply pressure on sensitive areas, particularly for individuals with less body fat, leading to issues like nerve irritation and poor spinal alignment.
Innovation Solution
A body support system with rotating capabilities and adjustable torso-support assemblies that deploy and retract to accommodate different sleeping positions, ensuring even weight distribution and minimizing pressure on sensitive areas, using electric motors and complex mechanical linkages for precise movement and customization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If stationary side walls are used in lateral decubitus position, then structural support is provided, but pressure is applied on sensitive areas causing nerve irritation and discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by replacing stationary side walls with movable, adjustable support structures that can adapt their position and pressure distribution. The support walls are designed to move dynamically to accommodate different body types and sleeping positions, eliminating fixed pressure points on sensitive areas while maintaining necessary structural support.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements local quality by providing differentiated support characteristics at different locations. The side walls feature varying degrees of cushioning, firmness, and adjustability in different zones to match the specific needs of different body areas, reducing pressure on sensitive regions while providing adequate support where needed.
2Device complexity
If stationary side walls are used, then device simplicity is maintained, but adaptability to different body types and positions is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses dynamics to create support structures that can adjust their configuration based on user needs. The movable walls can be positioned at different angles and heights to accommodate various body types and sleeping preferences, significantly enhancing adaptability while adding controlled complexity to the device.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies universality by designing support walls that can serve multiple functions: providing structural support, adjusting to different body types, accommodating various sleeping positions, and reducing pressure on sensitive areas. This multi-functionality increases adaptability without proportionally increasing device complexity.
3Stability of the object's composition
If fixed sleeping position is maintained, then stability is achieved, but spinal alignment and pressure distribution deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by enabling the support structure to adjust and move with the user's body during sleep. Rather than forcing the user into a fixed position, the dynamic walls adapt to maintain proper spinal alignment and redistribute pressure, achieving both stability and health benefits.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements parameter changes by allowing the support walls to vary their position, angle, and pressure distribution characteristics. These parameter adjustments enable the system to maintain optimal spinal alignment and pressure distribution while accommodating natural movements during sleep.
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 system provides improved comfort and prevents nerve irritation by allowing for dynamic movement and proper spinal alignment, accommodating various body types and reducing strain on joints and muscles during sleep.
Implementation Method 1
an electric motor for rotating the body support device around a longitudinal axis of the body support device
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AI summary
A body support system, method and apparatus is described, for preventing and treating a disease or injury by optimization of sleep posture and assisted rollovers. A body support device comprises two or more extendable, retractable support walls, for supporting various parts of a user as a cradle of the body support device is rotated into various positions.