Telescoping Bed Frame with Modular Slat Retention for Easy Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current spring systems in furniture are not removable or replaceable without significant deconstruction, lack adjustability for varying user preferences, and integrated storage spaces compromise comfort due to rigid barriers.
Innovation Solution
Modular furniture spring systems with adjustable slats and lids that can be easily replaced or reconfigured, providing customizable firmness and protecting stored items without compromising comfort.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If spring systems are permanently fixed within furniture items, then structural stability is improved, but ease of repair and adaptability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The spring system is divided into individual replaceable springs rather than a permanently fixed unit. Each spring can be independently removed and replaced by lifting it out through the cushion, allowing easy repair without deconstructing the entire furniture item while maintaining structural stability through the array of springs working together
2Stability of the object's composition
If spring systems are permanently fixed within furniture items, then structural stability is improved, but adaptability for varying user preferences deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The spring system transitions from a static, predetermined configuration to a dynamic, user-adjustable system. Users can selectively replace springs with different firmness characteristics to change the overall cushioning properties of the furniture item, allowing adaptation to varying user preferences while maintaining structural stability
3Object-affected harmful factors
If rigid barriers are used to protect stored items, then protection of stored items is improved, but comfort deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The rigid barrier is replaced with a flexible fabric barrier that forms the outer layer of the cushion. This fabric barrier protects stored items by containing them within the cushion structure while remaining flexible enough to allow the cushion to provide comfortable support, eliminating the discomfort caused by rigid barriers
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
Enables easy replacement and adjustment of spring systems to suit user preferences, while maintaining comfort and protecting stored items, enhancing user flexibility and convenience.
Implementation Method 1
a flexible middle portion extending between the first end and the second end. The catch is configured to slide back-and-forth relative to the retention member as the middle portion elastically flexes downward and upward in response to forces intermittently pushing downward on the slat during use
Data Source
AI summary
Furniture spring systems are configured to provide support for different sized modular seating systems and/or modular bed systems. Slats extend between opposing frame or rail members to provide support to the seating or bed system. The slats have a catch disposed at a first or second end. In the seating and/or bed frame systems, the catch engages a retention member to retain the slat to the frame or rail. Adjustable bed frame systems employing such slats comprise modular bed frames and adjustable head boards and foot boards. Bed frames employing the slats and headboards/footboards thereof adjust in length or width in a variety of different manners. Adjustable bed frames adjust through the use of telescoping members, filler blocks and/or elongate end blocks that have different sizes from the standard uniform elongate support blocks employed in a bed frame.