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EP0651959A1
EP0651959A1 EP94115488A EP94115488A EP0651959A1 EP 0651959 A1 EP0651959 A1 EP 0651959A1 EP 94115488 A EP94115488 A EP 94115488A EP 94115488 A EP94115488 A EP 94115488A EP 0651959 A1 EP0651959 A1 EP 0651959A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C21/00—Attachments for beds, e.g. sheet holders, bed-cover holders; Ventilating, cooling or heating means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses
    • A47C21/04—Devices for ventilating, cooling or heating
    • A47C21/042—Devices for ventilating, cooling or heating for ventilating or cooling
    • A47C21/046—Devices for ventilating, cooling or heating for ventilating or cooling without active means, e.g. with openings or heat conductors
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C27/00—Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
    • A47C27/08—Fluid mattresses or cushions
    • A47C27/081—Fluid mattresses or cushions of pneumatic type
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C27/00—Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
    • A47C27/08—Fluid mattresses or cushions
    • A47C27/10—Fluid mattresses or cushions with two or more independently-fillable chambers

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  • the invention relates to a compressed air mattress core consisting of an elastic sleeve which is divided into a plurality of compressed air cells lying side by side.
  • Compressed air mattress cores of this type are generally known.
  • DE - 33 03 615 A1 a couch consisting of a plastic base, the mattress of which is divided into fields serving as hollow-body compartments.
  • the large number of individually inflatable hollow bodies provided there allow the lying surface to be adapted to different body shapes by individually inflating or deflating air.
  • the invention is therefore based on the object of providing compressed air mattresses with an elastic cover which, when in use, enable individual adaptation by pressure compensation between the compressed air cells and ventilation for moisture removal.
  • This object is achieved according to the invention in that the compressed air cells by a in the shell between the compressed air cells provided channel system are interconnected, and that the shell is penetrated by a plurality of openings that do not influence the compressed air cells perpendicular to the channel system.
  • the measure according to the invention enables individual pressure compensation between the individual compressed air cells, which is dependent on the respective body shape, and thus optimum lying comfort.
  • the breakthroughs ensure adequate ventilation and thus moisture removal, e.g. when sweating.
  • a compressed air mattress core 10 consists of a plurality of compressed air cells 11.
  • the compressed air cells 11 of the compressed air mattress core 10 are connected to one another by a channel system 12 provided in the mattress cover, and in each case within the assigned areas 13, 14. Within these areas, the compressed air cells 11 can have different degrees of filling and, furthermore, further areas can be provided in the transverse and longitudinal directions by interruptions 20 of the channel system 12.
  • the area 13 represents the divisible head part, while the area 14 forms the body part.
  • the compressed air cells 11 have a square cross-section, but as FIG. 6 shows, octagonal, round or any other suitable cross-sectional shape is also possible.
  • the duct system 12 can be connected to the side walls or to the corner areas of the compressed air cells. Between the compressed air cells 11, numerous openings 17 which do not influence the compressed air cells are provided, which penetrate the compressed air mattress 10 vertically and allow ventilation of the mattress, in particular for moisture removal. These openings 17 have a round cross-section, but any other suitable cross-sectional shape can also be used.
  • the compressed air cells 11 can have different heights and can be dimensioned with an edge length or diameter of approximately 10 cm.
  • the compressed air cells 11 can be designed as hollow bodies, see FIGS. 3 and 6 on the left, and to use the central passage instead of the openings 17 for moisture removal.
  • the hollow body can consist of a plurality of annular hoses arranged one above the other and firmly connected to one another exist that have a connection to each other for pressure equalization.
  • the compressed air cells 11 are cube-shaped and the channel system 12 engages in the middle of a cube wall.
  • FIGS. 5a to 5c show compressed air cells 11 as height-adjustable bellows, the channel system 12 also engaging in the middle of the side walls.
  • the bellows can also be connected to the channel system 12 at different heights, as shown in FIGS. 5a to 5c. It is also possible to subdivide the height of the compressed air cells 11 and to connect the chambers on the same level to one another or to separate them with one another by separate duct systems. Furthermore, it is also possible to design the compressed air cells 11 differently in height, in particular in different areas.
  • the compressed air cells 11 consist of an elastic covering, for example rubber or elastic plastic, and are assembled by molding and gluing to form the compressed air mattress core. Filling nozzles 18, 19 are used for filling with air, gas or another suitable medium, which then hold the filling pressure by closing. This filling pressure can also be varied on request and therefore individual comfort can be set.

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The invention relates to an air-mattress (10), comprising a flexible envelope in which a multiplicity of compressed-air cells (11) lying one beside the other are provided. The compressed-air cells (11) are interconnected by a channel system (12) provided in the envelope between the compressed-air cells (11), and the envelope is penetrated perpendicularly to the channel system (12) by a multiplicity of apertures (17) which do not influence the compressed-air cells (11). <IMAGE>

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Die Erfindung betrifft einen Druckluftmatratzenkern bestehend aus einer elastischen Hülle, die in eine Vielzahl nebeneinander liegender Druckluftzellen unterteilt ist.The invention relates to a compressed air mattress core consisting of an elastic sleeve which is divided into a plurality of compressed air cells lying side by side.

Druckluftmatratzenkerne dieser Art sind grundsätzlich bekannt. So zeigt z.B. die DE - 33 03 615 A1 eine aus einer Kunststoffunterlage bestehende Liege, deren Matratze in als Hohlkörper-Aufnahmefächer dienende Felder unterteilt sind. Die Vielzahl der dort vorgesehenen einzeln aufblasbaren Hohlkörper erlauben durch individuelles Aufblasen oder Ablassen von Luft eine Anpassung der Liegefläche an verschiedene Körperformen.Compressed air mattress cores of this type are generally known. For example, DE - 33 03 615 A1, a couch consisting of a plastic base, the mattress of which is divided into fields serving as hollow-body compartments. The large number of individually inflatable hollow bodies provided there allow the lying surface to be adapted to different body shapes by individually inflating or deflating air.

Weiterhin ist es aus der DE - 41 01 781 A1 bekannt Luftmatratzen in mehrere Kammern aufzuteilen. Hierdurch soll eine der individuellen Körperform anpaßbare Zwischenlage zwischen Körper und Bett oder Fußboden erzielt werden. Sowohl bei dieser als auch bei der zuvor beschriebenen Matratze findet bei der Benutzung kein Druckausgleich zwischen den Kammern bzw. den einzelnen Zellen statt und daher ist die individuelle Anpassung allein vom Füllungsgrad der Kammern abhängig. Dies stellt aber keinen hinreichenden Komfort dar und darüber hinaus fehlt eine Belüftung um auftretende Feuchtigkeit, z.B. beim Schwitzen abzuführen.Furthermore, it is known from DE - 41 01 781 A1 to divide air mattresses into several chambers. In this way, an intermediate layer between the body and the bed or floor that can be adapted to the individual body shape is to be achieved. In both this and the mattress described above, there is no pressure equalization between the chambers or the individual cells when in use, and therefore the individual adjustment depends solely on the degree of filling of the chambers. However, this is not sufficient comfort and there is also no ventilation to prevent moisture, e.g. dissipate when sweating.

Der Erfindung liegt daher die Aufgabe zugrunde Druckluftmatratzen mit einer elastischen Hülle zu schaffen, die bei der Benutzung eine individuelle Anpassung durch Druckausgleich zwischen den Druckluftzellen und eine Belüftung zur Feuchtigkeitsabfuhr ermöglichen. Diese Aufgabe ist gemäß der Erfindung dadurch gelöst, daß die Druckluftzellen durch ein in der Hülle zwischen den Druckluftzellen vorgesehenes Kanalsystem untereinander verbunden sind, und daß die Hülle von einer Vielzahl die Druckluftzellen nichtbeeinflussender Durchbrüche senkrecht zum Kanalsystem durchsetzt ist.The invention is therefore based on the object of providing compressed air mattresses with an elastic cover which, when in use, enable individual adaptation by pressure compensation between the compressed air cells and ventilation for moisture removal. This object is achieved according to the invention in that the compressed air cells by a in the shell between the compressed air cells provided channel system are interconnected, and that the shell is penetrated by a plurality of openings that do not influence the compressed air cells perpendicular to the channel system.

Die erfindungsgemäße Maßnahme ermöglicht bei einer solchen Druckluftmatratze einen von der jeweiligen Körperform abhängigen individuellen Druckausgleich zwischen den einzelnen Druckluftzellen und damit einen optimalen Liegekomfort. Darüber hinaus sorgen die Durchbrüche für eine hinreichende Belüftung und damit für eine Feuchtigkeitsabfuhr, z.B. beim Schwitzen.With such a compressed air mattress, the measure according to the invention enables individual pressure compensation between the individual compressed air cells, which is dependent on the respective body shape, and thus optimum lying comfort. In addition, the breakthroughs ensure adequate ventilation and thus moisture removal, e.g. when sweating.

Weiterbildungen und vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung sind den Ansprüchen 2 bis 10 zu entnehmen.Further developments and advantageous refinements of the invention can be found in claims 2 to 10.

Die Erfindung wird anhand der beiliegenden Zeichnung näher erläutert. Es zeigen:

Fig. 1
eine Draufsicht auf einen Druckluftmatratzenkern,
Fig. 2
eine Vorderansicht des Druckluftmatratzenkernes nach Fig. 1,
Fig. 3
zwei Formen für die Gestaltung von Druckluftzellen,
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die Grundform einer Druckluftzelle,
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drei weitere Formen für Druckluftzellen und
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vier verschieden Querschnittsformen für die Druckluftzellen.
The invention is explained in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawing. Show it:
Fig. 1
a plan view of a compressed air mattress core,
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2 shows a front view of the compressed air mattress core according to FIG. 1,
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two forms for the design of compressed air cells,
Fig. 4
the basic form of a compressed air cell,
Fig. 5
three other forms for compressed air cells and
Fig. 6
four different cross-sectional shapes for the compressed air cells.

Wie aus der Darstellung nach Fig. 1 hervorgeht, besteht ein Druckluftmatratzenkern 10 aus einer Vielzahl von Druckluftzellen 11. Die Druckluftzellen 11 des Druckluftmatratzenkernes 10 sind durch ein in der Matratzenhülle vorgesehenes Kanalsystem 12 untereinander verbunden, und zwar jeweils innerhalb der zugeordneten Bereiche 13,14. Innerhalb dieser Bereiche können die Druckluftzellen 11 verschiedene Füllungsgrade aufweisen und außerdem können durch Unterbrechungen 20 des Kanalsystems 12 in Quer- und Längsrichtung weitere Bereiche vorgesehen werden. Der Bereich 13 stellt das unterteilbare Kopfteil dar, während der Bereich 14 das Körperteil bildet. Bei der Benutzung des Druckluftmatratzenkernes 10 erfolgt somit innerhalb der Bereiche 13,14 ein Druckausgleich zwischen den einzelnen Druckluftzellen 11. Dieser Druckausgleich kann auch zwischen den Bereichen 13,14 erfolgen, und zwar durch äußere mit Ventilen 16 versehene Bypaßleitungen 15. Wie aus der Darstellung nach Fig. 1 hervorgeht, haben die Druckluftzellen 11 quadratischen Querschnitt, aber wie Fig. 6 zeigt, sind auch achteckige, runde oder jede andere geeignete Querschnittsform möglich. Der Anschluß des Kanalsystems 12 kann dabei an den Seitenwänden oder an den Eckbereichen der Druckluftzellen erfolgen. Zwischen den Druckluftzellen 11 sind zahlreiche die Druckluftzellen nichtbeeinflussende Durchbrüche 17 vorgesehen, welche die Druckluftmatratze 10 senkrecht durchsetzen und eine Durchlüftung der Matratze insbesondere zur Feuchtigkeitsabfuhr erlauben. Diese Durchbrüche 17 haben runden Querschnitt, aber jede andere geeignete Querschnittsform ist ebenso verwendbar.1, a compressed air mattress core 10 consists of a plurality of compressed air cells 11. The compressed air cells 11 of the compressed air mattress core 10 are connected to one another by a channel system 12 provided in the mattress cover, and in each case within the assigned areas 13, 14. Within these areas, the compressed air cells 11 can have different degrees of filling and, furthermore, further areas can be provided in the transverse and longitudinal directions by interruptions 20 of the channel system 12. The area 13 represents the divisible head part, while the area 14 forms the body part. When using the compressed air mattress core 10, a pressure equalization between the individual compressed air cells 11 takes place within the areas 13, 14. This pressure equalization can also take place between the areas 13, 14, namely by means of external bypass lines 15 provided with valves 16. As shown in the illustration 1 shows, the compressed air cells 11 have a square cross-section, but as FIG. 6 shows, octagonal, round or any other suitable cross-sectional shape is also possible. The duct system 12 can be connected to the side walls or to the corner areas of the compressed air cells. Between the compressed air cells 11, numerous openings 17 which do not influence the compressed air cells are provided, which penetrate the compressed air mattress 10 vertically and allow ventilation of the mattress, in particular for moisture removal. These openings 17 have a round cross-section, but any other suitable cross-sectional shape can also be used.

Die Druckluftzellen 11 können, wie Fig. 2 bis Fig. 6 zeigen höhenmäßig verschieden gestaltet werden und auf etwa 10 cm Kantenlänge bzw. Durchmesser bemessen sein. Es ist aber auch möglich die Druckluftzellen 11 als Hohlkörper, siehe Fig. 3 und Fig. 6 linke Abbildung auszubilden und den zentralen Durchgang anstelle der Durchbrüche 17 zur Feuchtigkeitsabfuhr zu benutzen. Der Hohlkörper kann gemäß Fig. 3, linke Abbildung aus mehreren übereinander angeordneten und fest miteinander verbundenen Ringschläuchen bestehen, die zum Druckausgleich untereinander Verbindung haben. In Fig. 2 sind die Druckluftzellen 11 würfelförmig ausgebildet und das Kanalsystem 12 greift jeweils in der Mitte einer Würfelwand an. Fig. 3 zeigt Druckluftzellen11 als in der Höhe veränderbare Faltenbalge, wobei das Kanalsystem 12 ebenfalls in der Mitte der Seitenwände angreift. Die Faltenbalge können aber auch, wie Fig. 5a bis Fig. 5c zeigt, an verschiedenen Höhen mit dem Kanalsystem 12 in Verbindung stehen. Es ist auch möglich die Druckluftzellen 11 höhenmäßig zu unterteilen und die Kammern gleicher Ebene durch separate Kanalsysteme miteinander bzw. bereichsmäßig aufgeteilt mit einander zu verbinden. Weiterhin ist auch möglich die Druckluftellen 11 höhenmäßig unterschiedlich insbesondere bereichsweise unterschiedlich auszulegen. Die Druckluftzellen 11 bestehen aus einer elastischen Hülle, z.B. Gummi oder elastischer Kunststoff und werden durch Formen und Verkleben zum Druckluftmatratzenkern zusammengesetzt. Zum Füllen mit Luft, Gas oder anderem geeignetem Medium dienen Füllstutzen 18,19 welche danach durch Verschließen den Fülldruck halten. Dieser Fülldruck kann auf Wunsch auch variiert werden und daher ist das Einstellen eines individuellen Liegekomforts möglich.As shown in FIGS. 2 to 6, the compressed air cells 11 can have different heights and can be dimensioned with an edge length or diameter of approximately 10 cm. However, it is also possible to design the compressed air cells 11 as hollow bodies, see FIGS. 3 and 6 on the left, and to use the central passage instead of the openings 17 for moisture removal. According to FIG. 3, left-hand illustration, the hollow body can consist of a plurality of annular hoses arranged one above the other and firmly connected to one another exist that have a connection to each other for pressure equalization. In Fig. 2, the compressed air cells 11 are cube-shaped and the channel system 12 engages in the middle of a cube wall. FIG. 3 shows compressed air cells 11 as height-adjustable bellows, the channel system 12 also engaging in the middle of the side walls. The bellows can also be connected to the channel system 12 at different heights, as shown in FIGS. 5a to 5c. It is also possible to subdivide the height of the compressed air cells 11 and to connect the chambers on the same level to one another or to separate them with one another by separate duct systems. Furthermore, it is also possible to design the compressed air cells 11 differently in height, in particular in different areas. The compressed air cells 11 consist of an elastic covering, for example rubber or elastic plastic, and are assembled by molding and gluing to form the compressed air mattress core. Filling nozzles 18, 19 are used for filling with air, gas or another suitable medium, which then hold the filling pressure by closing. This filling pressure can also be varied on request and therefore individual comfort can be set.

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DruckluftmatratzenkernAir mattress core
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DruckluftzelleCompressed air cell
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Druckluftmatratzenkern bestehend aus einer elastischen Hülle, in der eine Vielzahl nebeneinander liegender und durch ein Kanalsystem untereinander verbundener Druckluftzellen vorgesehen ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Kanalsystem (12) in mehrere den Matratzenkern aufteilende Bereiche (13,14) aufteilbar ist, daß die Druckluftzellen (11) der einzelnen Bereiche (13,14) mit einem unterschiedlichen Füllungsgrad versehbar sind, und daß die Hülle von einer Vielzahl die Druckluftzellen (11) nichtbeeinflussender Durchbrüche (17) senkrecht zum Kanalsystem (12) durchsetzt sind.Compressed air mattress core consisting of an elastic sleeve in which a plurality of compressed air cells lying next to one another and interconnected by a channel system is provided, characterized in that the channel system (12) can be divided into a plurality of regions (13, 14) dividing the mattress core, so that the compressed air cells ( 11) of the individual areas (13, 14) can be provided with a different degree of filling, and that the casing is penetrated by a plurality of openings (17) which do not influence the compressed air cells (11), perpendicular to the channel system (12). Druckluftmatratzenkern nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die einzelnen Bereiche (13,14) des Matratzenkernes durch äußere mit Ventilen (16) versehene Bypaßleitungen (15) verbunden sind.Compressed air mattress core according to claim 1, characterized in that the individual areas (13, 14) of the mattress core are connected by external bypass lines (15) provided with valves (16). Druckluftmatratzenkern nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Druckluftzellen (11) aus mehreren höhenmäßig unterteilten Kammern bestehen, und daß die Kammern gleicher Ebene durch separate Kanalsysteme innerhalb der Bereiche untereinander verbunden sind.Compressed air mattress core according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the compressed air cells (11) consist of several chambers divided in terms of height and that the chambers of the same level are connected to one another by separate duct systems within the regions. Druckluftmatratzenkern nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Druckluftzellen höhenmäßig unterschiedlich, insbesondere bereichsweise unterschiedlich ausgelegt sind.Compressed air mattress core according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the height of the compressed air cells is designed differently, in particular in different areas. Druckluftmatratzenkern nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Druckluftzellen (11) einen sich in der Höhe verändernden Querschnitt aufweisen, insbesondere als Faltenbalg ausgebildet sind.Compressed air mattress core according to one of Claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the compressed air cells (11) have a cross section which changes in height, in particular they are designed as bellows. Druckluftmatratzenkern nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Druckluftzellen (11) einen quadratischen oder achteckigen Querschnitt aufweisen, und daß das Kanalsystem (12) an den Seitenwänden mit den Druckluftzellen (11) verbunden ist.Compressed air mattress core according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the compressed air cells (11) have a square or octagonal cross section and that the channel system (12) is connected to the compressed air cells (11) on the side walls. Druckluftmatratzenkern nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Druckluftzellen (11) einen kreisförmigen Querschnitt aufweisen.Compressed air mattress core according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the compressed air cells (11) have a circular cross section. Druckluftmatratzenkern nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Druckluftzellen (11) einen quadratischen oder achteckigen Querschnitt aufweisen, und daß das Kanalsystem (12) an den Eckbereichen mit den Druckluftzellen verbunden ist.Compressed air mattress core according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the compressed air cells (11) have a square or octagonal cross section and that the channel system (12) is connected to the compressed air cells at the corner regions. Druckluftmatratzenkern nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die elastische Hülle aus einem Gummiwerksstoff besteht.Compressed air mattress core according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the elastic cover consists of a rubber material. Druckluftmatratzenkern nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die elastische Hülle aus einem elastischen Kunststoff besteht.Compressed air mattress core according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the elastic cover consists of an elastic plastic.
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