Additive manufactured cushioned component
US11780355B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 18, 2022 |
| Grant date | Oct 10, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/914
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seat assembly includes a cushioned component having a lattice matrix. An air bladder assembly is covered by the lattice matrix. The air bladder assembly includes a plurality of air bladders supported on a platform assembly. Each air bladder includes a body portion operable between deflated and inflated conditions. Each air bladder includes a connection stem. A support plate includes a plurality of access apertures disposed therethrough. The air bladder assembly is operably coupled to the support plate. Each air bladder is aligned with at least one access aperture of the plurality of access apertures. A carrier assembly includes a plurality of mounting apertures disposed through an outer surface thereof. The carrier assembly receives the connection stem of each air bladder through at least one mounting aperture of the plurality of mounting apertures. Each air bladder may include a release valve for releasing air therethrough.
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