EP1503643B1 - Stützstruktur mit sich automatisch einstellender stützfläche zur aufnahme einer beliebigen art von körper - Google Patents

Stützstruktur mit sich automatisch einstellender stützfläche zur aufnahme einer beliebigen art von körper Download PDF

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EP1503643B1
EP1503643B1 EP03749943A EP03749943A EP1503643B1 EP 1503643 B1 EP1503643 B1 EP 1503643B1 EP 03749943 A EP03749943 A EP 03749943A EP 03749943 A EP03749943 A EP 03749943A EP 1503643 B1 EP1503643 B1 EP 1503643B1
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    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47CCHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C27/00Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47CCHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C23/00Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springs; Divan bases; Slatted bed bases
    • A47C23/002Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springs; Divan bases; Slatted bed bases with separate resilient support elements, e.g. elastomeric springs arranged in a two-dimensional matrix pattern
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47CCHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C7/00Parts, details, or accessories of chairs or stools
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  • the present invention relates to a support structure with self-adaptable support surface for receiving any type of body, this support structure comprising at least one base and a set of distinct pads, adjacent and connected to said base by means linkages so that they are movable relative to each other and relative to said base to form said self-adaptable support surface, the connecting means comprising at least one set of platforms of the same level forming a same stage, each platform being connected to the base by at least one joint, the assembly formed by a hinge, at least one platform and the corresponding pads defining a base module.
  • some support structures such as those used for example in furniture for mattresses or sofas, consist of a synthetic foam structure.
  • these foam structures are unsatisfactory because they tend to compact in the bearing areas of the body. In these areas, the foam density is concentrated, making these support structures uncomfortable and the distribution of non-homogeneous efforts over the entire bearing surface.
  • the use of such support structures in a hospital environment is strongly discouraged because they cause, in the areas of support of the body, compressions excessive tissue and disruption of the blood circulation that can lead to the formation of bedsores.
  • the foam structures can hardly be cleaned and sanitized. They favor, therefore, the proliferation of microbes and bacteria. These support structures are also difficult to recycle.
  • the envelope can form a single sealed chamber or be divided into watertight compartments with each other or not. When there is air or water communication between the different compartments of the envelope, these support structures promote the distribution of the weight of the body over the entire bearing surface. Nevertheless, these support structures have major disadvantages. Indeed, they are expensive, impractical and the airtightness of their envelope promotes the perspiration of people and makes them uncomfortable. In addition, water mattresses are particularly heavy to handle and can only be used in horizontal position.
  • This support structure comprises a base carrying a branched frame provided with a first articulated lever, by means of a pivot, relative to the base.
  • This first lever carries two second articulated levers, by means of pivots, relative to the first lever.
  • Each second lever carries four third articulated levers, by means of pivots, relative to the second levers.
  • the second and third levers have an H shape whose ends of the branches carry the pivots.
  • the third levers carry at their ends plates forming a bearing surface, these plates being hinged, by means of pivots, with respect to the third levers.
  • This articulated support structure comprising staggered pivot joints is bulky and limits the movements to a rotational degree of freedom pivot. In addition, it requires a large number of parts resulting in a high weight and manufacturing cost. This solution is therefore not satisfactory.
  • the publication US-B1-6 217 121 discloses a therapeutic cushion formed of substantially vertical rods whose free ends are spherical and form a bearing surface. These rods are combined with springs giving them a vertical mobility to adapt the bearing surface to the profile of the body they carry. As the mobility is only vertical, the deformation power of this support structure is limited. In addition, the friction between the vertical rods is detrimental to the effectiveness of this support structure which is not satisfactory.
  • the present invention aims to overcome these disadvantages by providing a support structure with self-adaptable support surface, low weight, compact, inexpensive, hygienic, can be easily washed and disinfected, having a long life, having a high stud density and for distributing substantially uniformly and homogeneously the resulting forces of the support structure on the object or person in support of such a structure.
  • the invention relates to a support structure of the kind indicated in the preamble, characterized in that the platforms have a star shape with three branches each carrying a stud and in that the joints are selected in the group comprising at least the mechanical ball joints and the elastic links so that the pads and the platforms have three degrees of freedom in rotation.
  • the connecting means comprise a number "n” of sets of platforms of different levels defining a number "n” of stages, the platforms of the stage “n” carrying the studs, each platform of the stage “n” being connected to a platform of the stage “n-1” by at least one articulation, each platform of the stage “n-1” bearing the least two platforms of the stage “n” and being connected to a platform of the stage “n-2" by at least one articulation, each platform of the first stage being linked to the base by at least one a joint, the platforms having a star shape having three branches and the joints being selected from the group comprising at least the mechanical ball joints, the elastic links.
  • the support structure advantageously comprises several adjacent basic modules arranged so that the platforms interlock with each other.
  • the platforms and the pads are preferably arranged so that the pads occupy more than 85% of the surface of the bearing surface.
  • the joints are formed of different parts and reported to the platforms.
  • the joints are at least partially integrated with the platforms so as to form with the platforms of single piece parts.
  • the bearing structure advantageously comprises return means arranged to cooperate with the joints to return the platforms to their initial position when the support structure is no longer solicited by a body in support.
  • return means may be chosen from the group comprising at least the springs, the spring washers, the elastomer wedges, the spring blades.
  • the joints and the return means consist of a single piece of elastic material.
  • the joints linking the platforms of a stage “n” to the platforms of a stage “n-1” or to the base are disposed substantially at the center of gravity of each platform of the floor “n” to form a pendulum.
  • the studs carried by the platform of the floor “n” are arranged on both sides of its center of gravity.
  • the joints connecting the platforms of a floor “n-1” to the decks of a floor “n” are arranged on both sides of the center of gravity of each platform of the floor " n-1 ".
  • the branches of the star-shaped platforms are separated in pairs by an angle substantially equal to 120 ° and the platforms of the same floor are substantially identical.
  • the platforms can be made of an elastically deformable material.
  • the platforms of the stage “n” may be adjacent and contiguous and comprise a connecting member arranged to limit their relative displacement.
  • This connecting member may consist of a flexible elastic linkage disposed around the contiguous pads of at least two contiguous platforms.
  • This support structure may also include means for guiding said pads.
  • These guiding means may consist of a perforated coating defining guide orifices for receiving the pads, this perforated coating being selected from the group comprising at least one mesh, a mesh, a perforated plate.
  • These guide means may also comprise an elastic coating disposed on the studs, these studs being secured to the elastic coating by a technique selected from the group comprising at least gluing, riveting, welding.
  • These pads may have a shaped section selected from the group comprising at least the cylinder, the hexagon, the square. They advantageously comprise at their free end a head at least partially spherical, are made of an elastically deformable material and are arranged to define a substantially flat bearing surface when the support structure is not stressed by a body in support.
  • Support structures in general can be used for many applications requiring vertical support, oblique, horizontal or any type of body, people and / or objects.
  • support structures are used in the field of comfort and serve as supports for people sitting or bedridden.
  • These supports may be beds for example anti-decubitus, relaxation seats for example at the dentist, armchairs, sofas, chairs, deck chairs, office chairs, passenger seats in cars, airplanes , buses, trains, cushions for example for wheelchairs, for stretchers, for emergency sleds or other ambulance equipment, rehabilitation mattresses including immersible for use in the pool.
  • These supports may also be insoles, for example orthopedic.
  • support structures are used in the field of transport and serve as supports for objects, for example fragile and / or expensive and / or bulky.
  • These supports may be damping wedges for example used to wedge objects in a container, intermediate wedges arranged for example between a roller conveyor and an object to be moved, the intermediate wedge may accompany the object during its movement.
  • a third category includes various applications such as for example the padding of backpacks, the manufacture of walls or damping floors for example for sports halls, containment rooms, playrooms for children, the structure itself being able to constitute a game for children.
  • the description relates in a non-limiting manner to a support structure used in the first category of applications and used as a mattress for example for an anti-decubitus bed intended for the hospital environment. It is obvious that the invention also applies to support structures that fall into all the other categories of applications mentioned above.
  • this support structure 1 comprises a base 2, a set of separate and adjacent studs 3 forming the self-adaptable support surface and connecting means 4 movably connecting the studs 3 to the base 2.
  • the base 2 consists of a frame 2a shown in Figure 5, the side edges are connected by cross members 2b.
  • the base 2 may also consist of a solid plate or perforated, a network of parallel tubes or not, or any other self-bearing support equivalent.
  • This base 2 is for example made of synthetic material, wood, composite materials, metal or any other material equivalent.
  • the support structure 1 may comprise one or more bases 2 disposed adjacent or not, interconnected or not and possibly hinged relative to each other. Each base 2 may have reduced dimensions of the order of a few square centimeters or larger dimensions of the order of several square meters.
  • the bases 2 may have feet or be placed on the floor or on any other support wall.
  • the pads 3 each comprise a lower end 31 coupled to the connecting means 4 and a free upper end 32 forming the self-adaptable bearing surface of the support structure 1.
  • the pads 3 have a cylindrical section but may also have a hexagonal, square section or any other suitable form.
  • each stud 3 comprises a rod 33, for example cylindrical having towards its lower end 31 a diameter reduction defining two opposite shoulders 34, 34 'used, as detailed below, for secure the pads 3 to the connecting means 4 by interlocking as illustrated or by means of a pin (not shown) or any other equivalent means.
  • the studs 3 can be glued to the connecting means 4.
  • the free end of the stud 3 comprises a hemispherical head 32 whose diameter is greater than that of the rod 33.
  • This head 32 allows that the surface of the stud 3 biased by the body bearing on the support structure 1 is substantially constant regardless of the position of the stud 3.
  • the rod 33 and the head 32 may be formed of a single piece or of several pieces assemblies.
  • the head 32 is for example attached to the rod 33 to which it is connected in rotation by a pivot connection.
  • the rod 33 and / or the head 32 may be rigid and made of machined or molded synthetic material, wood, composite materials, metal and alloys, or any other equivalent material. It can also be made of elastically deformable materials, for example rubber, elastomer or any other equivalent material.
  • the connecting means 4 comprise a set of platforms 41-44 connected to each other and / or to the base 2 (not shown in these figures) by articulations 51-54 for that the platforms 41-44 are movable with respect to each other and to the base 2.
  • the platforms 41-44 are arranged as illustrated on several levels, each level forming a stage "n".
  • the supporting structure 1 thus comprises a multitude of stages "n” as required, the minimal support structure 1 may comprise a single stage.
  • the platforms of the stage “n” each carry at least two studs 3.
  • Each platform of the stage “n” is connected to a platform of the floor “n-1” by a joint
  • each platform of the floor “n-1” is connected to a platform of the floor “n-” 2 by a other articulation and so on to the first stage connected to the base 2 by another joint.
  • the platforms are arranged so that each platform of a lower floor “n-1” carries at least two platforms of the upper floor "n”.
  • each platform 44 of the fourth stage each carries three studs 3 and is connected at its center to a platform 43 of the third stage by an articulation 54.
  • Each platform 43 of the third stage carries three platforms 44 of the fourth stage and is connected at its center to a platform 42 of the second stage by a hinge 53.
  • Each platform 42 of the second stage carries three flat 43 of the third stage and is connected in its center to a platform 41 of the first stage by a hinge 53.
  • Each platform 41 of the first stage is connected at its center to the base 2 by a hinge 51 to the 2.
  • the assembly formed by a hinge 51, the platforms 41-44 which are connected to it and the corresponding pads 3 form a module base and the supporting structure 1 is the result of several identical basic modules arranged adjacently. The number of these basic modules depends on the support surface to be produced.
  • the platforms 41-44 are symmetrical with respect to an axis or with respect to a plane passing through their center of gravity. They are for example manufactured from plates made of synthetic material, wood, composite materials, metal or any other equivalent material of thickness varying according to the material used and generally greater than 1 mm. They can be made in rigid materials or, preferably, in elastically deformable materials.
  • the platforms 44 of the fourth stage carrying the studs 3 have, for example, external dimensions inscribed in a circle of 60 to 170 mm and the platforms 41 of the first stage have external dimensions inscribed in a circle preferably greater than 170 mm. .
  • the platforms 41-44 have a three-armed star shape 41 to 44 a, b and c. It is understood that the platforms 41-44 of the same floor or different stages can be made of different materials, rigid or elastically deformable.
  • the star shape is particularly advantageous because it allows the platforms 41-44 of the same floor to interlock with each other as shown in Figure 4.
  • the platforms of the upper floor are arranged so that the pads are adjacent to form a homogeneous and dense surface. With cylindrical studs with a diameter of 2.5 cm, this achieves a coverage rate greater than 85% with respect to the total surface of the support structure 1. Such results can not be obtained with platforms having more than other forms.
  • the platform 44 of the fourth stage has orifices 44d for fixing the studs 3.
  • the other platforms 41, 42, 43 have orifices 41d, 42d, 43d, for the attachment respectively of the articulations 52, 53, 54
  • Each platform 41-44 also has holes 41e-44e for fixing 51-54 joints respectively. All these orifices are preferably identical and cylindrical but may also be different and have any other suitable form.
  • the orifices 44d provided for the pads 3 are arranged symmetrically on either side of the center of gravity of the platform 44 and at the end of each arm of the star.
  • each platform 41, 42, 43 the orifices 41d, 42d, 43d, provided for the joints 52, 53, 54, are arranged symmetrically on either side of the center of gravity of the platform. 41, 42, 43 and at the end of each arm of the star.
  • the orifices 41e-44e provided for the joints 51-54 are preferably each located at the center of gravity of the platform 41-44.
  • each platform 41-44 with the hinge 51-54 with which it is associated and connected to a lower platform forms a rocker which tilts depending on the load applied to the studs 3 by the body. support on the support structure 1. This balance allows to distribute the weight of the body between the pads 3 of the support surface, which is deformed accordingly for each area of the body in support is subjected to a force resulting from the support structure 1 substantially equal and homogeneous.
  • the joints 51-54 may consist of pieces made of elastically deformable or rigid material and used in combination with platforms 41-44 elastically deformable or rigid.
  • a hinge 51-54 of elastically deformable material can thus be combined with a platform 41-44 of elastically deformable or rigid material.
  • a hinge 51-54 made of rigid material can thus be combined with a platform 41-44 of elastically deformable or rigid material.
  • the joints 51-54 consist of parts integrated to the platforms 41-44 forming with them single-piece parts.
  • Each hinge 51-54 can thus comprise two parts, a first part integral with a first platform of a floor "n", a second part solidary a platform of a stage "n-1", the two parts being arranged to fit and form the hinge 51-54.
  • Each hinge 51-54 may also comprise three parts, a first part integral with a first platform with a floor "n”, a second part integral with a platform with a floor "n-1", a third intermediate portion disposed between the first and second parts in which it fits to form with them the hinge 51-54.
  • the joints 51-54 can also cooperate with return means bringing the platforms back to their initial position when the support structure 1 is no longer stressed by a bearing body.
  • return means are, for example, springs, spring washers, elastomer wedges, spring blades.
  • the joints 51-54 and the return means consist of a single piece made of elastic material, for example of axis A1-A4 and substantially symmetrical with respect to a median plane substantially perpendicular to the axis A1-A4.
  • Each articulation 51-54 fulfills the function of articulation and means of return.
  • These joints 51-54 are cylindrical and have on each side of their median plane smaller diameter areas 51a, 51b-54a, 54a defining opposite shoulders used to secure the joints 51-54 to the platforms 41-44 and / or the base 2 by interlocking.
  • each hinge 51-54 located between the zones 51a, 51b-54a, 54a has a partially spherical shape that does not interfere with the inclination of the platforms 41-44 relative to each other and with respect to the 2.
  • These joints 51-54 may of course have different shapes and be linked to the platforms 41-44 and / or the base 2 by gluing, welding, screwing or any other equivalent means.
  • These joints 51-54 can also be formed of one or more pieces.
  • the platforms 44 of the fourth stage are arranged adjacent and contiguous and are interconnected by a connecting member 60 limiting their relative movement.
  • This connecting member 60 is formed of an elastic flexible link or any other equivalent means. It is arranged around three contiguous studs 3 of three adjacent platforms 44.
  • This flexible link 60 makes it possible to prevent, in certain positions, the platforms 44 from overlapping and remaining locked in this position. This flexible link 60 further contributes to bringing the platforms 44 back into their initial position when the support structure 1 is no longer stressed by a body in support.
  • other connecting members may be provided between the platforms 43 or 42 or 41 when they are arranged adjacent and contiguous.
  • the platforms 41-44 can also have particular shapes and dimensions limiting any risk of overlap.
  • the star shape as shown is therefore recommended.
  • the edges of the stars can be rounded or chamfered so that in case of overlap the platforms 41-44 do not remain blocked.
  • the base 2 is substantially flat, the platforms 41-44 are substantially parallel to the base 2 and the pads 3 are substantially perpendicular to the platform 44 of the fourth floor.
  • the studs 3 define a substantially flat bearing surface.
  • the platforms 41-44 and the pads 3 may be sized and positioned so that the pads 3 are contiguous with each other and that the support surface is maximum. When a body is resting on the support structure 1 and the studs 3 are contiguous, they guide themselves relative to each other in their movement.
  • the pads 3 may be associated with guiding means guiding them in their movement when the support structure 1 is urged by a body in support.
  • These guide means may consist of a coating covering the bearing surface formed by the studs 3, this coating being perforated defining for each stud 3 a guide orifice, such as for example a mesh, a mesh, a perforated plate in all suitable material.
  • These guide means may also include an elastic coating disposed on the studs 3, the studs 3 being secured to the elastic coating by a technique selected from the group comprising at least gluing, riveting, welding. This coating is for example Gortex®, Dartex®, fabric of natural fibers, synthetic or artificial, etc.
  • each pad 3 When the pads 3 cover the major part of the bearing surface, each pad 3 may be traversed by an orifice facing the bearing surface. This orifice promotes the flow of air through the support structure 1, thus limiting the sweating of the person in support. These orifices may also be used for the passage of a fluid, a liquid or a gas, for example air that can be air-conditioned.
  • the amplitude of the deformation of the self-adaptable support surface depends in particular on the size of the platforms 41-44 as well as the number "n" of stages.
  • the support structures 1 according to the invention can easily be cleaned, disinfected and sterilized by their design and the materials used. This aspect is particularly useful and important when these support structures 1 are used for the hospital environment. This cleaning is carried out for example by spraying or by immersion in a cleaning liquid and / or disinfectant. Hospital beds made of such a support structure can thus be completely disinfected between two patients, which limits the risk of contamination and superinfection.
  • the support structure 1 may also be used in combination with a vibration device randomly animating the structure to massage and / or promote blood circulation. This combination is particularly valuable for long-term feeding.

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  1. Auflagekonstruktion (1) mit automatisch anpassbarer Auflagefläche zur Aufnahme jeder Art von Körper, wobei die Auflagekonstruktion mindestens einen Sockel (2) und eine Gesamtheit unterschiedlicher Kontaktstücke (3) aufweist, die aneinander angrenzen und durch Verbindungseinrichtungen (4) so mit dem besagten Sockel (2) verbunden sind, dass sie im Verhältnis zueinander und im Verhältnis zu dem Sockel beweglich sind, um die automatisch anpassbare Auflagefläche auszubilden, wobei die Verbindungseinrichtungen (4) mindestens eine Gesamtheit von Plattformen (41) gleichen Niveaus aufweisen, die eine selbe Etage ausbilden, wobei jede Plattform (41) mit dem Sockel (2) durch mindestens ein Gelenk (51) verbunden ist, wobei die durch ein Gelenk (51) ausgebildete Gesamtheit, mindestens eine Plattform (41) und die besagten, entsprechenden Kontaktstücke (3), ein Basismodul festlegen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Plattformen (41) eine Sternform mit drei Schenkeln aufweisen, wovon jeder mindestens ein Kontaktstück trägt, und dass die Gelenke (51) aus der Gruppe ausgewählt sind, die mindestens die mechanischen Kugelgelenke und die elastischen Verbindungen umfasst, so dass die Kontaktstücke und die Plattformen (41) drei Rotationsfreiheitsgrade aufweisen.
  2. Auflagekonstruktion (1) nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Verbindungseinrichtungen (4) eine Anzahl "n" von Plattformeinheiten (41-44) mit unterschiedlichen Niveaus umfassen, die eine Anzahl "n" von Etagen festlegen, wobei die Plattformen (44) der Etage "n" die Kontaktstücke (3) tragen, wobei jede Plattform (44) der Etage "n" mit einer Plattform (43) der Etage "n-1" durch mindestens ein Gelenk (54) verbunden ist, wobei jede Plattform (43) der Etage "n-1" mindestens zwei Plattformen (44) der Etage "n" trägt und mit einer Plattform (42) der Etage "n-2" durch mindestens ein Gelenk (53) verbunden ist, und jede Plattform (41) der ersten Etage mit dem Sockel (2) durch mindestens ein Gelenk (51) verbunden ist, wobei die Plattformen (43-44) eine Sternform mit drei Schenkeln aufweisen, und wobei die Gelenke (53-54) aus der Gruppe ausgewählt sind, die mindestens die mechanischen Kugelgelenke, die elastischen Verbindungen umfasst.
  3. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass sie mehrere aneinander angrenzende Basismodule umfasst, die so angeordnet sind, dass sich die Plattformen (41-44) ineinander verschachteln.
  4. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Plattformen (41-44) und die Kontaktstücke (4) so angeordnet sind, dass die Kontaktstücke (3) aneinander angrenzend sind und mehr als 85% der Auflagefläche (1) belegen.
  5. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Gelenke (51-54) aus unterschiedlichen Teilen ausgebildet sind, die an den Plattformen angebracht sind.
  6. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Gelenke (51-54) mindestens teilweise so in die Plattformen (41-44) integriert sind, dass sie mit den Plattformen (41-44) Monoblockteile ausbilden.
  7. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass sie Rückholeinrichtungen umfasst, die angeordnet sind, um mit den Gelenken (51-54) zusammenzuwirken, um die Plattformen in ihre Ausgangsposition zurückzuholen, wenn die Auflagekonstruktion (1) nicht mehr in Form eines aufliegenden Körpers beansprucht wird.
  8. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Rückholeinrichtungen aus der Gruppe ausgewählt sind, die mindestens die Federn, die Federscheiben, die Elastomerkeile, die Federblätter umfasst.
  9. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Gelenke (51-54) und die Rückholeinrichtungen aus einem einzelnen Teil aus elastischem Werkstoff bestehen.
  10. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Gelenke (51-54), welche die Plattformen (41-44) einer Etage "n" mit den besagten Plattformen (41-44) einer Etage "n-1" oder mit dem Sockel (2) verbinden, praktisch im Schwerpunkt jeder Plattform (41-44) der Etage "n" angeordnet sind, um einen Schwinghebel auszubilden.
  11. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 10, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Gelenke (51-54), welche die Plattformen (41-44) einer Etage "n-1" mit den Plattformen (41-44) einer Etage "n" verbinden, beiderseits des Schwerpunktes jeder Plattform (41-44) der Etage "n-1" angeordnet sind.
  12. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Schenkel durch einen Winkel von praktisch 120° paarweise voneinander getrennt sind.
  13. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1 oder 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Plattformen (41-44) aus einem elastisch verformbaren Werkstoff ausgeführt sind.
  14. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Plattformen (44) mindestens der Etage "n" aneinander angrenzend und benachbart sind und ein Verbindungselement (60) umfassen, welches zur Begrenzung ihrer relativen Verlagerung angeordnet ist.
  15. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 14, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Verbindungselement (60) aus einem flexiblen elastischen Band besteht, welches um benachbarte Kontaktstücke (3) von mindestens zwei benachbarten Plattformen (44) herum angeordnet ist.
  16. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass sie Führungseinrichtungen der Kontaktstücke (3) umfasst.
  17. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 16, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Führungseinrichtungen einen Überzug umfassen, der mit Öffnungen versehen ist, die Führungsöffnungen zur Aufnahme der besagten Kontaktstücke (3) festlegen, wobei der mit Öffnungen versehene Überzug aus der Gruppe ausgewählt ist, die mindestens ein Gitter, ein Netz, eine perforierte Platte umfasst.
  18. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 16, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Führungseinrichtungen einen auf den Kontaktstücken (3) angeordneten elastischen Überzug umfassen, wobei die Kontaktstücke mit dem elastischen Überzug mittels einer Technik verbunden sind, die aus der Gruppe ausgewählt ist, die mindestens das Kleben, das Vernieten, das Schweißen umfasst.
  19. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Kontaktstücke (3) einen Querschnitt aufweisen, der aus der Gruppe ausgewählt ist, die mindestens den Zylinder, das Sechseck, das Quadrat umfasst.
  20. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Kontaktstücke (3) an ihrem freien äußersten Ende mit einem zumindest teilweise kugelförmigen Kopf (32) versehen sind.
  21. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Kontaktstücke (3) aus einem elastisch verformbaren Werkstoff ausgeführt sind.
  22. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Plattformen (41-44) einer selben Etage praktisch identisch sind.
  23. Auflagekonstruktion nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Kontaktstücke (3) angeordnet sind, um eine praktisch ebene Auflagefläche festzulegen, wenn die Auflagekonstruktion (1) nicht in Form eines aufliegenden Körpers beansprucht wird.
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