Supportive Neck Pillow Structure for Seated Travel Neck Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing head and neck pillows fail to provide adequate support and comfort for individuals sleeping sitting up during transportation, particularly for those with neck injuries, as they do not effectively conform to the shape of the neck and lack secure attachment to seating.
Innovation Solution
A supportive neck pillow with a bone structure inside, featuring adjustable straps and clips for secure seating attachment, providing three-dimensional support for the neck, upper back, and shoulders, along with shoulder padding and a removable cover for comfort.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional pillows are used for head and neck support while sitting up during transportation, then the pillow structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the pillow fails to provide adequate support and comfort for the neck and head
Solution Approach 1:
The pillow is divided into multiple functional zones with different firmness levels. The bone structure is segmented into cervical support portion, lumbar support portion, and head support portion, each providing targeted support to different body areas while maintaining overall structural integrity
Solution Approach 2:
The pillow combines multiple materials with different properties: memory foam for contouring, high-density foam for structural support, gel inserts for pressure relief, and breathable mesh for ventilation. This composite approach enables the pillow to simultaneously provide firm support and comfort
2Reliability
If the pillow is designed to conform to the shape of the neck with great support, then the neck support and comfort are improved, but the pillow size and volume increase
Solution Approach 1:
The pillow features localized high-density support zones positioned precisely where neck and cervical spine contact occurs, while peripheral areas use softer materials for comfort. This targeted approach maximizes support effectiveness without uniformly increasing overall pillow volume
3Stability of the object's composition
If adjustable straps and clips are added to secure the pillow to the seat, then the stability and support are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment system is designed as a separate, removable component that can be easily added or removed from the pillow. The straps and clips are integrated into the pillow cover rather than being structural elements, allowing simple attachment/detachment without permanently modifying the pillow core
4Strength
If the bone structure is made as one piece for integrated support, then the structural strength and support consistency are improved, but the manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The bone structure is manufactured as separate modular components (cervical support, lumbar support, head support sections) that are subsequently assembled using mechanical connectors. This segmentation reduces molding complexity and precision requirements while maintaining overall structural integrity through the assembly process
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AI summary
The present invention is related to a supportive head and neck pillow with a supportive bone structure inside the pillow. The invention is used for head and neck support, and comfort while sleeping sitting up during transportation. It can also be used for head and neck support for people who have neck injuries, or to prevent neck injuries during transportation. The main components are made up of two things; a pillow with a bone structure support inside the pillow and a clip/strap system.