Adient has been granted a patent for a body-supporting component featuring a main body with a 3D lattice structure. This design incorporates deflection properties and is made from a flexible material, with the lattice structure filled by a filling material to enhance support. GlobalData’s report on Adient gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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3d lattice structure for flexible body-supporting components
The granted patent US12042058B2 outlines a novel body-supporting component characterized by a main body and a three-dimensional (3D) lattice structure that defines specific deflection properties. The main body is constructed from a flexible material that integrates with the 3D lattice structure, which is filled with a filling material. The 3D lattice comprises multiple cells formed by interconnected beam elements, which can vary in thickness and length, as well as in shape and size. The flexible materials specified for the main body include various types of polyurethane and elastomeric materials. Notably, the 3D lattice structure can be produced through 3D printing techniques, and it may be enveloped by a flexible material to enhance its functionality.
Additionally, the patent details a method for producing this body-supporting component as a monolithic entity. This process involves creating a geometric model of the desired main body and the corresponding 3D lattice structure, which collectively define the component's deflection properties. The method emphasizes the use of 3D printing to fabricate the lattice structure, with the filling material potentially comprising thermoplastic polyurethane or elastomer. The final product can serve various applications, including cushions, pads, pillows, and seating for vehicles and furniture, thereby highlighting its versatility in body support solutions.
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