A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly. However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A fluid management system includes a housing having a port, a valve body moveable within the housing between first and second positions to seal the port in the first position and to permit fluid flow through the port in the second position, a biasing element surrounding a portion of and coupled to the valve body, the biasing element configured to bias the valve body toward one of the first position or the second position, and an actuator surrounding a portion of the biasing element and coupled to the valve body. The actuator includes a shape memory alloy material and is configured to move the valve body to the first position or the second position against a biasing force of the biasing element in response to heating the actuator. A power source is electrically coupled to the actuator to selectively drive current through the actuator to heat the actuator.
F16K 11/044 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only lift valves with movable valve members positioned between valve seats
F16K 31/02 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic
3.
ASSEMBLY MACHINE FOR MANUFACTURING PARTIALLY FOAM ENCASED POCKETED SPRING ASSEMBLY
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A fiberglass frame for a shipping container supports dunnage or other support members for separating parts. The fiberglass frame comprises four hollow vertical edge members made of fiberglass, each extending between corner assemblies. The fiberglass frame further comprises a roof and a base each made of hollow fiberglass members. Each hollow fiberglass member extends between two corner assemblies. The corner assemblies are also made of fiberglass. The inherent lack of electrical conductivity in the frame prevents sensitive parts shipped in the dunnage or other support members from being damaged or compromised.
A linkage mechanism (10) for a wood-to-the-floor reclining seating unit that provides increased back support, reduces shirt pull and decreases minimum wall clearance. The linkage mechanism (10) may include a seat mounting rail (62) indirectly coupled to a back bracket (76) where the back bracket (76) pivots around a projected pivot point (101) located forwardly and upwardly from the back bracket (76) when the seating unit is closed. The linkage mechanism (10) has a reduced mechanism height, allowing it to be used on a high-leg mechanism, with shorter, pivotally coupled links between the baseplate (12), the seat mounting rail (62) and the back bracket (76).
A pocketed spring assembly (12b) comprises a plurality of parallel strings (26b) of individually pocketed springs (28b). A dimensionally stabilizing substrate (38) is secured to at least some of the strings (26b) on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings (26b). A scrim sheet (36) is secured to at least some of the strings (26b) on an opposed surface of the strings (26b) to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate (38) is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly (26b). However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate (38) is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly (26b) to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B09B 3/00 - Destroying solid waste or transforming solid waste into something useful or harmless
A47C 21/00 - Attachments for beds, e.g. sheet holders or bed-cover holders Ventilating, cooling or heating means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses
A47C 21/04 - Devices for ventilating, cooling or heating
A47C 27/04 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays
B09B 3/30 - Destroying solid waste or transforming solid waste into something useful or harmless involving mechanical treatment
7.
THREE MOTOR RECLINER MECHANISM WITH INDEPENDENT SEAT, BACK AND OTTOMAN
A recliner mechanism is provided with independently operable motors. Each motor may effect an independent movement. For example, three motors may be provided: a seat pitch motor causing a rotation of the seat to change the seat pitch in relation to the support surface on which the recliner sits; an ottoman motor to extend and retract an ottoman; and a back motor causing a rotation of the back in relation to the seat. And, due to an improved positioning of the pivot point for the seat in relation to the pivot point of the ottoman motor; and positioning of the pivot point of the seat in relation to the pivot point of the back rotation motor, the independent operation of each of the motors is achieved without the need for any special, coordinated programming of the motors.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
8.
HIGH-LEG CHAIR AND MECHANISM WITH IMPROVED OTTOMAN
A high leg seating unit is disclosed herein. The seating unit comprises two sides spaced from one another, a seat extending between the two sides, and an extenable ottoman having a mid-ottoman, a main ottoman, and a flipper ottoman. The chair is operable by a linkage mechanism having a first void for accommodating the mid-ottoman in the closed position and a second void for accommodating the flipper ottoman in the closed position.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
9.
THREE MOTOR RECLINER MECHANISM WITH INDEPENDENT SEAT, BACK AND OTTOMAN
A recliner mechanism is provided with independently operable motors. Each motor may effect an independent movement. For example, three motors may be provided: a seat pitch motor causing a rotation of the seat to change the seat pitch in relation to the support surface on which the recliner sits; an ottoman motor to extend and retract an ottoman; and a back motor causing a rotation of the back in relation to the seat. And, due to an improved positioning of the pivot point for the seat in relation to the pivot point of the ottoman motor; and positioning of the pivot point of the seat in relation to the pivot point of the back rotation motor, the independent operation of each of the motors is achieved without the need for any special, coordinated programming of the motors.
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/034 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
10.
HIGH-LEG CHAIR AND MECHANISM WITH IMPROVED OTTOMAN
A high leg seating unit is disclosed herein. The seating unit comprises two sides spaced from one another, a seat extending between the two sides, and an extendable ottoman having a mid-ottoman, a main ottoman, and a flipper ottoman. The chair is operable by a linkage mechanism having a first void for accommodating the mid-ottoman in the closed position and a second void for accommodating the flipper ottoman in the closed position.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
11.
Bedding Foundation Having Massager Movable for Massage Effect
A bedding foundation has a motorized linear actuator for moving a carriage forward and backwards. The carriage includes wheels which move along side rails of a frame. A rigid platform having an opening extending through the platform is secured to the frame. The carriage includes a lift motor assembly which raises and lowers a massager independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the massager may be raised or lowered. The massager moves back and forth inside the opening extending through the rigid platform and imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
A47C 19/02 - Parts or details of bedsteads not fully covered in a single one of the following subgroups, e.g. bed rails, post rails
A47C 21/00 - Attachments for beds, e.g. sheet holders or bed-cover holders Ventilating, cooling or heating means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses
An attachment assembly comprises a hook and a hook retention clip. The hook includes an extension portion defining a hook axis, a loop portion having a loop end, and a transition portion. A recess is defined within the loop portion, and a main opening to the recess is defined between the loop end and the transition portion. The hook retention clip is configured to be coupled to the hook. The hook retention clip includes an extension mating portion defining a retention clip axis and a lip extending at an angle away from the retention clip axis. The lip has a lip tip. When the hook retention clip is coupled to the hook, the retention clip axis and the hook axis are coaxial and an effective opening to the recess is defined between the lip tip and the loop end, and the effective opening is smaller than the main opening.
An attachment assembly comprises a hook and a hook retention clip. The hook includes an extension portion defining a hook axis, a loop portion having a loop end, and a transition portion. A recess is defined within the loop portion, and a main opening to the recess is defined between the loop end and the transition portion. The hook retention clip is configured to be coupled to the hook. The hook retention clip includes an extension mating portion defining a retention clip axis and a lip extending at an angle away from the retention clip axis. The lip has a lip tip. When the hook retention clip is coupled to the hook, the retention clip axis and the hook axis are coaxial and an effective opening to the recess is defined between the lip tip and the loop end, and the effective opening is smaller than the main opening.
A47C 7/40 - Supports for the head or the back for the back
A47C 31/00 - Details or accessories for chairs, beds, or the like, not provided for in other groups of this subclass, e.g. upholstery fasteners, mattress protectors, stretching devices for mattress nets
A motion mechanism for a chair effects a coordinated movement of a chair seat and chair back. The motion mechanism comprises a mechanism configured to support the chair seat and to couple the chair seat to a chair base assembly, a first back support configured to couple the chair back to the mechanism, and a second back support configured to couple the chair back to the mechanism. A first end of the first back support and a first end of the second back support are coupled via rotary connections to the mechanism. A second end of the first back support and a second end of the second back support are configured for coupling to the chair back. An axis of rotation of the first rotary connection extends in a front-rear direction of the chair and an axis of rotation of the second rotary connection extends in the front-rear direction.
A47C 3/025 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame
A47C 3/026 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame with a central column, e.g. rocking office chairsTilting chairs
Geotextiles used in construction, namely, woven and
non-woven textiles made of synthetic fibers for use in
ground stabilization, drainage protection, erosion control
and paving applications.
A high-leg seating unit, and a six-bar ottoman linkage for use on a high leg seating unit are provided that allow a higher leg height, a lower seat height, while obscuring most of the ottoman linkage from view in the closed position.
An ottoman linkage is provide for use on a high leg seating unit. The ottoman linkage has a lower overall height in the closed position, allowing it to be used on a high leg seating unit, while remaining obscured from sight.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 20/04 - Head-, foot- or like rests for beds, sofas or the like with adjustable inclination
An ottoman linkage is provide for use on a high leg seating unit. The ottoman linkage has a lower overall height in the closed position, allowing it to be used on a high leg seating unit, while remaining obscured from sight.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A knitted geotextile includes a plurality of first strength yarns arranged in a first layer, each of the plurality of first strength yarns extending in a first direction, a plurality of second strength yarns arranged in a second layer, each of the plurality of second strength yarns extending in a second direction, a plurality of capillary active yarns arranged in at least one of the first layer or the second layer, and a plurality of knitting yarns interconnecting the plurality of first strength yarns, the plurality of second strength yarns, and the plurality of capillary active yarns.
D04B 21/20 - Warp knitting processes for the production of fabrics or articles not dependent on the use of particular machinesFabrics or articles defined by such processes specially adapted for knitting articles of particular configuration
D04B 21/08 - Patterned fabrics or articles characterised by thread material
D04B 21/16 - Fabrics characterised by the incorporation by knitting, in one or more thread, fleece, or fabric layers, of reinforcing, binding, or decorative threadsFabrics incorporating small auxiliary elements, e.g. for decorative purposes incorporating synthetic threads
E01F 5/00 - Draining the sub-base of roads or ballastway of railways by trenches, culverts, or conduits
26.
ADJUSTABLE BED BASE WITH DECLINE FEATURE ON BOTH ENDS
An adjustable bed base (12) has a stationary frame (18) and a stationary seat platform (42, 42a) raised above the stationary frame (18) via a riser (30, 30a). An articulating platform (40, 40a) includes three platforms, head and foot platforms (44, 44a, 48, 48A) being hinged to the stationary seat platform (42, 42a). Front and rear linear actuators (74, 100) articulate the deck such that the head and foot platforms (44, 44a, 48, 48A) decline relative to the stationary seat platform (42, 42a) when the linear actuators (74, 100) are fully retracted. The head and foot platforms (44, 44a, 48, 48A) may be inclined when the linear actuators (74, 100) are fully extended. In some configurations, all three platforms may be co-planar. The raised seat platform of the articulated platform facilitates those who sleep face down.
A47C 20/04 - Head-, foot- or like rests for beds, sofas or the like with adjustable inclination
A61G 7/015 - Beds specially adapted for nursingDevices for lifting patients or disabled persons having adjustable mattress frame divided into different adjustable sections, e.g. for Gatch position
An adjustable bed base has a stationary frame and a stationary seat platform raised above the stationary frame via a riser. An articulating platform includes three platforms, head and foot platforms being hinged to the stationary seat platform. Front and rear linear actuators articulate the deck such that the head and foot platforms decline relative to the stationary seat platform when the linear actuators are fully retracted. The head and foot platforms may be inclined when the linear actuators are fully extended. In some configurations, all three platforms may be co-planar. The raised seat platform of the articulated platform facilitates those who sleep face down.
An assembly for massaging an occupant of a seat includes an exciter and a carrier. The exciter has a coil for creating a vibration. The carrier retains the exciter within the seat. The carrier allows for operation of the coil that is isolated from forces resulting from the occupant sitting in the seat.
An assembly for massaging an occupant of a seat includes an exciter and a carrier. The exciter has a coil for creating a vibration. The carrier retains the exciter within the seat. The carrier allows for operation of the coil that is isolated from forces resulting from the occupant sitting in the seat.
A61H 23/02 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibrationSuction-vibration massageMassage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
A pneumatic massage system includes a source of pressurized air, a fluidic switching module in communication with the source of pressurized air, a first bladder in communication with the fluidic switching module, a second bladder in communication with the fluidic switching module, and a third bladder in communication with the fluidic switching module. The fluidic switching module is configured to direct air from the source of pressurized air to each of the first bladder, the second bladder, and the third bladder in a predefined sequence. The predefined sequence includes inflating the first bladder, inflating the second bladder while deflating the first bladder, and inflating the third bladder while deflating the second bladder.
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly (10) is made in a fully automated assembly machine (64). A first foam rail (16) is introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). A first string (46') of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface (24) of the first foam rail (16) between upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior (44). A second foam rail (18) is then introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to an outer string (46") and to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) to create a core (70). Third and fourth foam rails (30, 32) are glued to the core (70).
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
32.
METHOD OF MANUFACTURING PARTIALLY FOAM ENCASED POCKETED SPRING ASSEMBLY
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly (10) is made in a fully automated assembly machine (64). A first foam rail (16) is introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). A first string (46') of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface (24) of the first foam rail (16) between upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior (44). A second foam rail (18) is then introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to an outer string (46") and to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) to create a core (70). Third and fourth foam rails (30, 32) are glued to the core (70).
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly (10) is made in a fully automated assembly machine (64). A first foam rail (16) is introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). A first string (46') of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface (24) of the first foam rail (16) between upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior (44). A second foam rail (18) is then introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to an outer string (46") and to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) to create a core (70). Third and fourth foam rails (30, 32) are glued to the core (70).
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
37.
Lift chair mechanism with zero-gravity position options
A lift and recliner mechanism for use in seating units is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended independently of the back recline. In some aspects, the seat pitch is changed through a linkage as the ottoman extends, and as the back reclines. In other aspects, the seat pitch is changed using a separate motor. The seating unit can be moved to a lifted position, a TV position, a fully-reclined position, or a zero-gravity position with the ottoman partially extended, the seat pitch partially changed and the back partially reclined.
A47C 1/031 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
38.
Assembly machine for manufacturing partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A pocketed spring assembly comprises parallel strings, each string joined to at least one adjacent string. At least some of the strings have springs of different gauge wire and some of the pockets of the strings having springs of different gauge wire are spliced together. At least some of the strings have springs of different geometries and some of the pockets of the strings having springs of different geometries are spliced together. At least some strings may have end sections with springs different than a middle section therebetween, the springs of the end sections being firmer than the springs of the middle section.
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/20 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part with reinforcement
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A coupling system (200) for coupling a chair part (106) of a chair (100) to a chair seat support structure (108) of the chair (100) is provided. The coupling system (200) comprises a receiving support (204) to be provided at one of a connecting member (120) of the chair part (106) and the chair seat support structure (108), and an insert terminal (202) to be provided at the other one of the connecting member (120) of the chair part (106) and the chair seat support structure (108). The insert terminal (202) comprises a first pin (210) and a second pin (212). In a use position of the chair (100) with the chair part (106) coupled to the chair seat support structure (108) via the coupling system (200), the first pin (210) and the second pin (212) extend horizontally from a vertical surface (214) of the insert terminal (202). The receiving support (204) provides a longitudinal support guide (206) with a stop (216) at a first end of the longitudinal support guide (206), and a pin insertion opening (218) and a recess (220) at a second end of the longitudinal support guide (206). A distance between the stop (216) and the recess (220) is essentially the same as a distance between the first pin (210) and the second pin (212) such that the second pin (212) is insertable in the recess (220) when the first pin (210) abuts the stop (216).
A cushion article (100) comprises an antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) between at least two substrate layers (104). The antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) includes an antimicrobial additive (108) and an adhesive substrate (106). The substrate layers (104) are free of the antimicrobial additive (108) within the body of the substrate layer. The method includes providing at least two substrate layers (104), each substrate layer (104) being free of an antimicrobial additive (108) within the body of the substrate layer. The method further includes applying an antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) to an outer surface of at least one of the two substrate layers (104). The antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) comprising the antimicrobial additive (108) and an adhesive substrate (106). The method further includes binding the at least two substrate layers (104) together with the antimicrobial adhesive layer (102).
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
A cushion article comprises an antimicrobial adhesive layer between at least two substrate layers. The antimicrobial adhesive layer includes an antimicrobial additive and an adhesive substrate. The substrate layers are free of the antimicrobial additive within the body of the substrate layer. The method includes providing at least two substrate layers, each substrate layer being free of an antimicrobial additive within the body of the substrate layer. The method further includes applying an antimicrobial adhesive layer to an outer surface of at least one of the two substrate layers. The antimicrobial adhesive layer comprising the antimicrobial additive and an adhesive substrate. The method further includes binding the at least two substrate layers together with the antimicrobial adhesive layer.
A47C 31/00 - Details or accessories for chairs, beds, or the like, not provided for in other groups of this subclass, e.g. upholstery fasteners, mattress protectors, stretching devices for mattress nets
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
C09J 5/04 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers involving separate application of adhesive ingredients to the different surfaces to be joined
A bedding foundation has a linear actuator for moving a first pin forward and backwards. The first pin moves along linear slots extending through side rails of a rectangular frame. The foundation includes a lever which raises and lowers a plate independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the plate may be raised or lowered. Movement of the plate imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
A fluid management system includes a bladder assembly having a first sheet of weldable plastic material and a second sheet of weldable plastic material bonded to the first sheet to form welded areas surrounding and defining a plurality of bladder chambers between the first and second sheets.
F16K 31/02 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic
F16K 11/085 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only taps or cocks with cylindrical plug
F16K 31/126 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a diaphragm, bellows, or the like
48.
CHAIR MECHANISM WITH SELECTIVE AUTO-ROCKING CAPABILITY
A mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows a reclining mechanism to freely rock on a rocker assembly when a locking actuator is in a first position, and that provides an auto-rocking motion, via a rocking actuator, when the locking actuator is in a second position.
A47C 3/025 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame
A47C 3/027 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame with curved rocking members between seat and frame
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/035 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest
49.
CHAIR MECHANISM WITH SELECTIVE AUTO-ROCKING CAPABILITY
A mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows a reclining mechanism to freely rock on a rocker assembly when a locking actuator is in a first position, and that provides an auto-rocking motion, via a rocking actuator, when the locking actuator is in a second position.
A smart motor includes a motor, a memory, and an electronic processor connected to the motor and the memory. The electronic processor executes a software stack including a hardware layer, an operating layer, and an application layer. The hardware layer provides input/output operations between the motor and the electronic processor. The operating layer provides an intermediary between the hardware layer and the application layer. The application layer executes functions stored in the memory to communicate with and control the hardware layer. Further, the hardware layer, the operating layer, and the application layer selectively control operation of the motor based on one or more signals received from an input device.
A lift and recliner mechanism for use in seating units is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended independently of the back recline. In some aspects, the seat pitch is changed through a linkage as the ottoman extends, and as the back reclines. In other aspects, the seat pitch is changed using a separate motor. The seating unit can be moved to a lifted position, a TV position, a fully-reclined position, or a zero-gravity position with the ottoman partially extended, the seat pitch partially changed and the back partially reclined.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
52.
CHAIR AND MECHANISM WITH IMPROVED OTTOMAN POSITIONING
An all-linkage mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended between a closed position and an extended position, with the top face of the ottoman facing upwardly during the entire motion. The mechanism is motorized, and may be stopped in a position intermediate the closed and extended positions, such as a laptop position. The mechanism is compact, allowing use on a high-leg, wood-to-the-floor seating unit.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/034 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
An all-linkage mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended between a closed position and an extended position, with the top face of the ottoman facing upwardly during the entire motion. The mechanism is motorized, and may be stopped in a position intermediate the closed and extended positions, such as a laptop position. The mechanism is compact, allowing use on a high-leg, wood-to-the-floor seating unit.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A tilt mechanism for a chair comprises a base (10), a back support (12) configured to support a chair back (104), a seat support (11) configured to support a chair seat (103), a first link element (30), a second link element (20), a spring element (40), and a forward sitting adjustment element (50). A first end (31) of the first link element (30) is pivotably coupled to the base (10). A first end (21) of the second link element (20) is pivotably coupled to the back support (12) and a second end (22) of the second link element (20) is coupled to a second end (32) of the first link element (30). A first end (41) of the spring element (40) is mounted at the base (10) and a second end (42) of the spring element (40) is urging against the first link element (30) at an adjustable position between the first end (31) and the second end (32) of the first link element (30). The forward sitting adjustment element (50) is movable between a first position and a second position. When the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is in the first position, a distance piece (51, 52) of the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is arranged between a stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) and a stop surface (17) of the base (10) thus keeping a predefined minimum distance (18) between the stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) and the stop surface (17) of the base (10). When the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is in the second position, the distance piece (51, 52) of the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is not arranged between the stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) and the stop surface (17) of the base (10) thus allowing the stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) to contact the stop surface (17) of the base (10).
A lift and recliner mechanism for use in seating units is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended independently of the back recline. In some aspects, the seat pitch is changed through a linkage as the ottoman extends, and as the back reclines. In other aspects, the seat pitch is changed using a separate motor. The seating unit can be moved to a lifted position, a TV position, a fully-reclined position, or a zero-gravity position with the ottoman partially extended, the seat pitch partially changed and the back partially reclined.
A47C 1/031 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
60.
Pocketed Spring Assembly Having Dimensionally Stabilizing Substrate
A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly. However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
61.
SLIM-PROFILE, ALL-LINKAGE, WALL-PROXIMITY RECLINING MECHANISM ALLOWING A WOOD-TO-FLOOR RECLINER SEATING UNIT
A simplified, compact, recliner mechanism is provided which can be adapted to many types of recliner design. A front linkage assembly and a rear linkage assembly provide the desired movement of the seat and back when moving from the TV position to the fully reclined position, obviating the need for a track and roller design. Moreover, a front pivot link and a rear pivot link are provided and oriented in a manner that allows the desired forward seat movement as the recliner moves from the closed position to the TV position. The geometries of the front linkage assembly, the rear linkage assembly, the front pivot link and the rear pivot link allow a slim profile design allowing great flexibility in the design of the recliner.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
62.
Pocketed spring assembly having dimensionally stabilizing substrate
A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is thicker and more rigid than the scrim sheet.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
An adjustable bed base has a subframe assembly including a subframe which may be inclined relative to a stationary frame by a primary linear actuator. An articulating deck is attached to the subframe. Secondary linear actuators articulate the deck. The subframe assembly is pivotally secured to a portion of the stationary frame. The subframe may be inclined by extending the primary linear actuator which moves ramps, causing wheels attached to the subframe to ride upwardly along the ramps, thereby raising the head end of the subframe relative to the stationary frame.
An adjustable bed base has a subframe assembly including a subframe which may be inclined relative to a stationary frame by a primary linear actuator. An articulating deck is attached to the subframe. Secondary linear actuators articulate the deck. The subframe assembly is pivotally secured to a portion of the stationary frame. The subframe may be inclined by extending the primary linear actuator which moves ramps, causing wheels attached to the subframe to ride upwardly along the ramps, thereby raising the head end of the subframe relative to the stationary frame.
A chair component (200, 102) for a chair (100) is provided with a gas spring receiving hole (202) into which an end of a gas spring (104) of the chair (100) is insertable, and a removal mechanism (220) for removing the gas spring (104) from the chair component (200, 102). The removal mechanism (220) comprises a threaded bolt (222) arranged in a threaded hole (204) in the chair component (200, 102). The threaded hole (204) is arranged adjacent to the gas spring receiving hole (202). A longitudinal axis of the threaded hole (204) is essentially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the gas spring receiving hole (202). A screw drive (226) is provided at a first end of the threaded bolt (222) for turning the threaded bolt (222) in the threaded hole (204). An overlap element (228) is provided at a second end of the threaded bolt (222). The overlap element (228) extends in a radial direction beyond an outer circumference of the thread of the threaded bolt (222) to such an extent that the overlap element (228) at least partially overlaps the gas spring receiving hole (202).
A rocker recliner is disclosed that has a pair of stationary arms; a seat disposed between the arms; an ottoman; a back coupled to the seat. A full-recline linkage mechanism couples the ottoman, the seat and the back and is operable to move the ottoman, the seat and the back between a closed position, a TV position and a fully reclined position. A rocker assembly is coupled between the full-recline linkage mechanism and the stationary arms that allows the seat, back and ottoman to rock between the stationary arms in at least one of the closed position, the TV position or the fully reclined position.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A pneumatic system includes a fluidic switching module, an air connection inlet configured for connection to a source of pressurized air, a plurality of air connection outlets each in fluid communication with the air connection inlet, a first cascading subsystem downstream from and in fluid communication with the air connection inlet and configured to receive a pressurized airflow from the air connection inlet, a second cascading subsystem downstream from and in fluid communication with the first cascading subsystem, and a third cascading subsystem downstream from and in fluid communication with the first cascading subsystem. The fluidic switching module is configured to cyclically and sequentially direct the pressurized airflow between the plurality of air connection outlets without any moving parts or external controls.
An adjustable bed base has a stationary frame. An articulated deck is attached to the frame. The deck may be flat or fully articulated depending upon the position of linear actuators which are secured to the frame at one end and to a brace at the other end. The deck may be further inclined due to slotted mounting brackets, thereby allowing access to components below the deck members.
An adjustable bed base has a subframe which may be raised and lowered relative to a stationary frame by primary linear actuators. A deck is attached to the subframe. The deck may be flat or fully articulated depending upon the position of secondary linear actuators which are a part of a subframe module. The subframe module may be secured to the stationary frame of the adjustable bed base. The deck may be inclined by extending one of the primary linear actuators more than the other regardless of the positions of the deck members.
An adjustable bed base may be folded in half for shipping without removing the leg assemblies. The leg assemblies are adjustable in length and may be secured in a raised position to facilitate folding the adjustable bed base. To change the length of the leg assembly, a hollow leg is moved inside a hollow receiver and fixed in place by a first push pin assembly. A second push pin assembly inside the hollow receiver fixes the leg assembly in a lowered position and a raised position for storage or shipment. Each hollow receiver is pivotally secured to a mounting bracket welded to a foldable frame of the adjustable bed base.
A comfort layer for a bedding or seating product has liquid pods sandwiched between plies of fabric. The plies of fabric are joined with seams thereby creating pockets, at least one liquid pod being inside each pocket. Each seam joining opposed plies of fabric around each of the liquid pods of the comfort layer may be segmented or solid, depending upon the fabric and type of seam.
A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly. However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
74.
INTERACTIVE ADJUSTABLE SEAT WITH MULTIPLE MODES OF OPERATION
Systems and methods for automatic seat adjustment, the systems and methods including a seat frame, a plurality of seat cushions coupled to the seat frame, a plurality of adjustable bladders enclosed within the plurality of seat cushions, and a plurality of sensors enclosed within the plurality of seat cushions. The systems and methods also including a memory for storing user data and a plurality of seat adjustment programs for controlling the at least one of the plurality of adjustable bladders. The systems and methods further including at least one controller coupled to the memory, the plurality of adjustable bladders, and the plurality of sensors, the at least one controller configured to modify at least one of the plurality of adjustable bladders based on feedback from at least one of the plurality of sensors, the user data, and the seat adjustable programs.
B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
A47C 1/022 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 7/14 - Seat parts of adjustable shapeSeat parts elastically mounted
Systems and methods for automatic seat adjustment, the systems and methods including a seat frame, a plurality of seat cushions coupled to the seat frame, a plurality of adjustable bladders enclosed within the plurality of seat cushions, and a plurality of sensors enclosed within the plurality of seat cushions. The systems and methods also including a memory for storing user data and a plurality of seat adjustment programs for controlling the at least one of the plurality of adjustable bladders. The systems and methods further including at least one controller coupled to the memory, the plurality of adjustable bladders, and the plurality of sensors, the at least one controller configured to modify at least one of the plurality of adjustable bladders based on feedback from at least one of the plurality of sensors, the user data, and the seat adjustable programs.
A bedding foundation has a linear actuator for moving a roller carriage forward and backwards. The roller carriage includes wheels which move along rails supported below a rigid platform having an opening extending through the platform. The roller carriage includes a lifter which raises and lowers a roller independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the roller may be raised or lowered. The roller moves back and forth inside the opening extending through the rigid platform and imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
A47C 19/02 - Parts or details of bedsteads not fully covered in a single one of the following subgroups, e.g. bed rails, post rails
A47C 23/02 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using leaf springs, e.g. metal strips
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
Electromechanical, adjusting drive units with embedded software for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture; Downloadable mobile application for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture Furniture; Adjustable beds; Furniture parts; Electric drive mechanisms for furniture, and parts thereof, namely, mechanically activated elements and mechanical lifting columns; Electromechanical, adjusting drive units for furniture, specifically usable with adjustable furniture including beds, and for the deviation of the head section, the foot section and the back section of beds
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
Electromechanical, adjusting drive units with embedded software for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture; Downloadable mobile application for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture Furniture; Adjustable beds; Furniture parts; Electric drive mechanisms for furniture, and parts thereof, namely, mechanically activated elements and mechanical lifting columns; Electromechanical, adjusting drive units for furniture, specifically usable with adjustable furniture including beds, and for the deviation of the head section, the foot section and the back section of beds
84.
Expandable Graphite Flame Retardant Layer For Polyurethane And Latex Foam
A flexible foam composition includes a flexible foam body having a surface, which flexible foam is polyurethane and/or latex flexible foam, and an expandable graphite layer on the surface or within the foam surface adjacent to the surface. The flexible foam composition with the expandable graphite layer imparts improved flame retardant properties to the composition.
A flexible cellular foam or fabric product is coated with a coating including highly thermally conductive nanomaterials. The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials may be carbon nanomaterials, metallic, or non-metallic solids. The carbon nanomaterials may include, but are not necessarily limited to, carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets. The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials may include but are not limited to nano-sized solids that may include graphite flakes, for example. When coated on a surface of flexible foam, the presence of nanomaterials may impart greater thermal effusivity, greater thermal conductivity, and/or a combination of these improvements. The flexible foam product may be polyurethane foam, latex foam, polyether polyurethane foam, viscoelastic foam, high resilient foam, polyester polyurethane foam, foamed polyethylene, foamed polypropylene, expanded polystyrene, foamed silicone, melamine foam, among others.
A three-layered topper for a bedding or seating product has a first piece of foam, a second piece of foam and a pocketed spring comfort layer therebetween. The pocketed spring comfort layer has individually pocketed mini coil springs. At least one of the foam pieces may be infused with metallic particles to improve thermal conductivity. Alternatively, at least one of the foam pieces may be infused with microencapsulated phase change materials to improve heat absorption. At least one of the foam pieces may have a coating to further improve thermal conductivity or heat absorption.
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/00 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
A47C 27/14 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A comfort layer for a bedding or seating product has liquid pods sandwiched between plies of fabric. The plies of fabric are joined with seams thereby creating pockets, at least one liquid pod being inside each pocket. Each seam joining opposed plies of fabric around each of the liquid pods of the comfort layer may be segmented or solid, depending upon the fabric and type of seam.
A rocker recliner is disclosed that has a pair of stationary arms; a seat disposed between the arms; an ottoman; a back coupled to the seat. A full-recline linkage mechanism couples the ottoman, the seat and the back and is operable to move the ottoman, the seat and the back between a closed position, a TV position and a fully reclined position. A rocker assembly is coupled between the full-recline linkage mechanism and the stationary arms that allows the seat, back and ottoman to rock between the stationary arms in any of the closed position, the TV position or the fully reclined position.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/035 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A pneumatic module has an air passage formed therein, including an air inlet to receive a source of pressurized air, a first subsystem with an air splitter in fluid communication with the air inlet, a second subsystem, and a third subsystem. The air splitter is configured to create two unequal air pressure fields to deflect an airflow from the air inlet to the second subsystem. The second subsystem is configured to create two unequal air pressure fields to deflect the airflow toward a first air bladder to inflate the first air bladder, and when the first air bladder reaches a first threshold air pressure, a first backpressure from the first air bladder causes the second subsystem to switch and deflect the air flow to a second air bladder. A second backpressure causes the air splitter to switch and deflect the airflow from the second subsystem to the third subsystem.
A bedding product such as an adjustable bed comprises a stationary frame which is inclined regardless of the position of the adjustable bed. The stationary frame is supported by multiple leg assemblies of different heights. Due to wedges sandwiched between the leg assemblies and mounting brackets of the stationary frame, the leg assemblies remain flat on the ground providing a stable support for the bedding product. Each leg assembly is secured to one of the mounting brackets.
A pump assembly includes a housing with an air inlet and an air outlet, a motor supported by the housing, the motor including a drive shaft rotatable about a drive shaft axis, a first plurality of diaphragms supported by the housing, the first plurality of diaphragms positioned along a first plane, and a second plurality of diaphragms supported by the housing, the second plurality diaphragms positioned along a second plane, the second plane spaced apart from the first plane. Rotation of the drive shaft is operable to move each diaphragm of the first plurality of diaphragms and each diaphragm of the second plurality of diaphragms from an intake position to a compression position to pump a fluid from the air inlet through the air outlet.
F04B 45/04 - Pumps or pumping installations having flexible working members and specially adapted for elastic fluids having plate-like flexible members, e.g. diaphragms
F04B 39/00 - Component parts, details, or accessories, of pumps or pumping systems specially adapted for elastic fluids, not otherwise provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups
93.
Smart motor systems and methods using local intelligence
Systems and methods for controlling smart motors. One smart motor system includes a control bus, an input device, and a smart motor communicatively coupled to the input device via the control bus. The smart motor includes an electronic processor configured to receive, from the input device, a command frame indicating an action, perform the action, receive, from the input device, a data request frame requesting a status of the smart motor, and transmit, to the input device and in response to receiving the data request frame, a data frame indicating the status of the smart motor.
Systems and methods for controlling smart motors. One smart motor system includes a control bus, an input device, and a smart motor communicatively coupled to the input device via the control bus. The smart motor includes an electronic processor configured to receive, from the input device, a command frame indicating an action, perform the action, receive, from the input device, a data request frame requesting a status of the smart motor, and transmit, to the input device and in response to receiving the data request frame, a data frame indicating the status of the smart motor.
A motion mechanism (200) for a chair (100) is configured to effect a coordinated movement of a chair seat (101) and chair back (102) of the chair (100). The motion mechanism (200) comprises a mechanism (201) configured to support the chair seat (101) and to couple the chair seat (101) to a chair base assembly (150), a first back support (211) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201), and a second back support (221) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201). A first end (212) of the first back support (211) is coupled via a first rotary connection (214) to the mechanism (201). A second end (213) of the first back support (211) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). A first end (222) of the second back support (221) is coupled via a second rotary connection (224) to the mechanism (201). A second end (223) of the second back support (221) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). An axis of rotation of the first rotary connection (214) extends in a front-rear direction (104) of the chair (100) and an axis of rotation of the second rotary connection (224) extends in the front-rear direction (104).
A motion mechanism (200) for a chair (100) is configured to effect a coordinated movement of a chair seat (101) and chair back (102) of the chair (100). The motion mechanism (200) comprises a mechanism (201) configured to support the chair seat (101) and to couple the chair seat (101) to a chair base assembly (150), a first back support (211) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201), and a second back support (221) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201). A first end (212) of the first back support (211) is coupled via a first rotary connection (214) to the mechanism (201). A second end (213) of the first back support (211) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). A first end (222) of the second back support (221) is coupled via a second rotary connection (224) to the mechanism (201). A second end (223) of the second back support (221) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). An axis of rotation of the first rotary connection (214) extends in a front-rear direction (104) of the chair (100) and an axis of rotation of the second rotary connection (224) extends in the front-rear direction (104).
A pump assembly includes a pneumatic pump with a pump body having a discharge passage. The pump is operable to discharge compressed air through the discharge passage. The pump assembly also includes a cap adjacent the pump body and at least partially enclosing a first volume in communication with the discharge passage, and a casing at least partially surrounding the pump. The pump assembly further includes a second volume defined between the casing and the cap, the second volume in fluid communication with the first volume via an opening in the cap, and a casing outlet in fluid communication with the second volume. The pump assembly is configured such that the compressed air flows through the first volume and the second volume before being discharged from the casing through the casing outlet.
A pump assembly includes a pump with a pump body having a discharge passage, a motor to drive the pump to discharge compressed air through the discharge passage, a casing at least partially surrounding the pump and the motor, and a motor mount at least partially supporting the motor within the casing. The motor mount includes an outer axial wall, an inner axial wall, a radial wall extending between the outer and inner axial walls, a first plurality of projections extending from the radial wall toward the motor, and a second plurality of projections extending from the radial wall away from the motor. The first plurality of projections is arranged in an annular array extending in a circumferential direction of the radial wall, and consecutive projections in the circumferential direction are spaced apart by a distance greater than a width of one of the consecutive projections.
A simplified, compact, recliner mechanism is provided which can be adapted to many types of recliner design. A front linkage assembly and a rear linkage assembly provide the desired movement of the seat and back when moving from the TV position to the fully reclined position, obviating the need for a track and roller design. Moreover, a front pivot link and a rear pivot link are provided and oriented in a manner that allows the desired forward seat movement as the recliner moves from the closed position to the TV position. The geometries of the front linkage assembly, the rear linkage assembly, the front pivot link and the rear pivot link allow a slim profile design allowing great flexibility in the design of the recliner.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
