Patent ID: 7424761
Filing Date: 2008-09-16
Classification: A47C

Abstract:
1. A cushion comprising: an array of individual molded foam suspension elements arranged in a pattern wherein a longitudinal axis of each suspension element in the array is positioned at a right angle to the longitudinal axes of the adjacent suspension elements; each said suspension element having a displaceable load-bearing surface having a substantially arch-shaped cross-sectional configuration, a first end wall, a second end wall, and a bottom wall, said load-bearing surface and said recited walls defining an inner chamber, wherein the material thickness of the load-bearing surface is greater than the material thickness of the recited end walls whereby said ends walls distend outwardly when force is applied to said load-bearing surface; and each said bottom wall having an opening formed therein of a predetermined size to allow a controlled release of air from the inner chamber when force is applied to said load bearing surface.