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EP3723554A1 - Floating mattress capable of supporting at least one user or object on water as a result of the buoyancy thereof - Google Patents

Floating mattress capable of supporting at least one user or object on water as a result of the buoyancy thereof

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EP3723554A1
EP3723554A1 EP18839603.0A EP18839603A EP3723554A1 EP 3723554 A1 EP3723554 A1 EP 3723554A1 EP 18839603 A EP18839603 A EP 18839603A EP 3723554 A1 EP3723554 A1 EP 3723554A1
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buoyancy
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Ingrid PERELLE
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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
    • A47C27/00—Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
    • A47C27/14—Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays
    • A47C27/15—Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C15/00—Other seating furniture
    • A47C15/004—Seating furniture for specified purposes not covered by main groups A47C1/00 or A47C9/00
    • A47C15/006—Floating seats
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B5/00—Layered products characterised by the non- homogeneity or physical structure, i.e. comprising a fibrous, filamentary, particulate or foam layer; Layered products characterised by having a layer differing constitutionally or physically in different parts
    • B32B5/22—Layered products characterised by the non- homogeneity or physical structure, i.e. comprising a fibrous, filamentary, particulate or foam layer; Layered products characterised by having a layer differing constitutionally or physically in different parts characterised by the presence of two or more layers which are next to each other and are fibrous, filamentary, formed of particles or foamed
    • B32B5/32—Layered products characterised by the non- homogeneity or physical structure, i.e. comprising a fibrous, filamentary, particulate or foam layer; Layered products characterised by having a layer differing constitutionally or physically in different parts characterised by the presence of two or more layers which are next to each other and are fibrous, filamentary, formed of particles or foamed at least two layers being foamed and next to each other
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63B—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; EQUIPMENT FOR SHIPPING 
    • B63B34/00—Vessels specially adapted for water sports or leisure; Body-supporting devices specially adapted for water sports or leisure
    • B63B34/50—Body-supporting buoyant devices, e.g. bathing boats or water cycles
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B2266/00—Composition of foam
    • B32B2266/06—Open cell foam
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B2266/00—Composition of foam
    • B32B2266/08—Closed cell foam
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B2307/00—Properties of the layers or laminate
    • B32B2307/70—Other properties
    • B32B2307/72—Density
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B2307/00—Properties of the layers or laminate
    • B32B2307/70—Other properties
    • B32B2307/726—Permeability to liquids, absorption

Definitions

  • Floating mattress adapted to support at least one user or object on the water with its buoyancy.
  • the present invention relates generally to a floating mattress adapted to support at least one user or an object on the water with its buoyancy.
  • floating mattress In order to allow an individual or an object to float on the water, the floating mattress must have sufficient buoyancy to support the weight of an individual or an object.
  • a known application of floating mattresses are floating mattresses consisting of a solid foam closed cell.
  • the prior art includes WO Patent No. 2017/013546 describing a mattress composed of a single floating body consisting of a solid closed-cell foam.
  • the present invention aims to solve all or part of the disadvantages mentioned above.
  • the present invention relates to a floating mattress adapted to support at least one user or an object on the water, comprising a set of layers of foam, the set of foam layers comprising a plurality of foam layers including minus a first buoyancy layer comprising a first foam composition, the first buoyancy layer being intended to be positioned facing the surface of the water and a second layer of comfort comprising a second foam composition, the second layer being intended to be facing the at least one user or object.
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer must be at least 5000 cm3.
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer depends on the weight to be borne by the mattress.
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 15000cm3.
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 50000cm3.
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 100000cm3. According to one embodiment, the thickness of the buoyancy layer is greater than 2 cm.
  • the thickness of the buoyancy layer is between 5 and 10 cm.
  • the thickness of the buoyancy layer is greater than 10 cm.
  • the first buoyancy layer has a constant thickness over its entire surface.
  • the first buoyancy layer has at least a first portion and at least a second portion, the thickness of the buoyancy layer being greater in the first portion relative to the thickness in the second portion.
  • the mattress can adapt to the weight distribution of a user or an object without imposing a significant thickness on the entire surface.
  • said first portion is disposed in an area of the mattress for receiving the upper part of the body of a user.
  • the buoyancy layer consists of a rigid closed-cell foam.
  • the term "rigid closed-cell foam” is understood such that the material is a foam made from solid closed cells. According to one embodiment, these cells are created from a gas and contain gas or air. These aspects contribute to the buoyancy of the mattress.
  • the foam can be made from several materials such as:
  • the closed cell buoyancy layer is impermeable. This allows a high coefficient of buoyancy.
  • the comfort layer consists of a flexible, moisture-proof open-cell foam.
  • the term "flexible open-cell foam” is understood such that the material is a foam made from flexible open cells.
  • a flexible foam provides great comfort.
  • the comfort layer consists of an open cell moisture-proof flexible foam that allows it to let water and air through.
  • the comfort layer consists of a flexible open-cell moisture-proof foam which allows it to accelerate drying and prevent the growth of mold.
  • the comfort layer may include at least one housing for receiving the at least one object.
  • said housing is open on one side of the comfort layer facing away from the buoyancy layer.
  • the at least one object received in the at least one housing may be a cup or any other container.
  • a third layer comprising a third flexible foam composition attached to one side of the comfort layer facing away from the buoyancy layer.
  • the third layer of foam can perform different functions such as headrest for example.
  • the third foam layer comprising a third foam composition has a composition identical to the composition of the foam of the comfort layer.
  • At least two adjacent foam layers of the set of foam layers are bonded together by a joining of their adjacent faces.
  • said adjacent faces are bonded together by a water-resistant adhesive for example.
  • the use of a water-resistant adhesive allows a long-term maintenance of the solidarity of the various layers of the mattress components taking into account the environment of use.
  • the floating mattress includes a resistant protective cover adapted to the evacuation of stored water, the protective cover is intended to wrap the set of layers of foam.
  • the protective cover comprises at least two portions of fabric.
  • the first portion of fabric covers the buoyancy layer of the mattress while the second portion of fabric covers at least the comfort layer of the mattress.
  • the second portion of fabric of the protective cover is water-repellent or impervious.
  • the first portion is permeable in order to allow the evacuation of the water likely to infiltrate between the different layers of foam of the set of layers of foam and thus to prevent the growth of mold.
  • the protective cover is detachable from the set of layers of foam.
  • the protective cover comprises one or more closure elements such as a zipper or a self-gripping fastening strip for example.
  • the protective cover is resistant to certain elements such as UV, in the open air or water, for example.
  • the first foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 85 kg / m 2 .
  • the first foam composition has a longitudinal tensile strength of between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 ; According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a transverse tensile strength of between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 ;
  • the first foam composition has a longitudinal elongation of between 50% and 120%.
  • the first foam composition has a transverse elongation of between 50% and 100%.
  • the first foam composition has a longitudinal tear strength of between 500 N / m and 6000 N / m.
  • the first foam composition has a transverse tear resistance of between 1000 N / m and 6000 N / m.
  • the first foam composition has a compressive strength for 40% deformation of between 5 kPa and 100 kPa.
  • the first foam composition has a thermal stability for exposure to 70 ° C over a period of 24 hours creating a deformation of less than 10%.
  • the second foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 40 kg / m 2 .
  • the second foam composition has a cell number of between 2 / cm and 8 / cm.
  • the second foam composition has a tensile strength of between 1 kPa and 10 kPa.
  • the second foam composition has a longitudinal elongation of between 50% and 200%.
  • the second foam composition has a compressive strength for 10% deformation of between 1 kPa and 20 kPa.
  • the protective cover used has one or more of the following characteristics:
  • the various characteristics mentioned are intended to guarantee a solidity, a comfort and a life expectancy of the improved invention.
  • the body of the mattress has a length between 1.2 m and 3 m, a width between 0.5 m and 2.5 m, a thickness between 0.05 m and 0.75 m.
  • the invention also relates to a floating mattress adapted to support at least one user on the water, comprising a set of foam layers, the set of foam layers comprising a plurality of foam layers including at least a first layer of buoyancy comprising a first foam composition, the first buoyancy layer being intended to be positioned in contact with the surface of the water and a second comfort layer comprising a second foam composition, the second layer being intended to be facing the at least one user or object.
  • Figure 1 shows a first floating mat in cross sectional view according to the present invention
  • Figure 2 shows the floating mat of Figure 1 in top view according to the present invention.
  • Figure 3 represents a second floating mat in cross-sectional view according to the present invention.
  • the floating mattress 1 capable of supporting at least one user or an object on the water, comprises a set of layers of foam 2 in which at least two layers adjacent foams of the set of layers of foam 2 are bonded together by a joining of their adjacent faces. Said adjacent faces are bonded together by a glue resistant to water for example.
  • a water-resistant adhesive allows a long-term maintenance of the solidarity of the various layers of the mattress components taking into account the environment of use.
  • the set of foam layers 2 comprises a plurality of foam layers including at least one buoyancy layer 11 and a comfort layer 12.
  • the buoyancy layer 11 is intended to be positioned facing the surface of the water. It comprises a first rigid closed cell foam composition.
  • the term "rigid closed-cell foam” is understood as the material is a foam made from solid closed cells. These cells are created from a gas and contain gas or air. Rigid closed-cell foam is impervious, giving it a high buoyancy coefficient. It can be made from several materials such as polyurethane foam, rubber foam, extruded polystyrene foam, polystyrene foam or phenolic foam.
  • the comfort layer 12 includes a second cross-linked foam composition, which allows it to pass water and air, to accelerate drying and to prevent the growth of mold.
  • the foam is flexible waterproof moisture-proof and open-cell.
  • the term "flexible open cell foam” is understood as the material is a foam made from flexible open cells. The comfort layer 12 being intended to be facing the at least one user or object.
  • a third layer 13 comprising a soft foam composition identical to that of the comfort layer is attached to one face of the comfort layer 12 facing away from the buoyancy layer 11.
  • This third foam layer allows to perform different functions such as headrest for example.
  • the floating mattress 1 comprising a protective cover 21 resistant adapted to the evacuation of stored water, the protective cover being intended to envelop the set of layers of foam 2, it is however detachable from the set of layers of foam 2.
  • the protective cover comprises one or more closure elements such as a zipper or a Velcro fastening tape for example. This facilitates the maintenance of the floating mattress 1.
  • the protective cover 21 is resistant to certain elements such as UV, in the open air or water, for example.
  • the protective cover 21 comprises at least two portions of fabric.
  • the first portion of fabric covers the buoyancy layer of the mattress while the second portion of fabric covers at least the comfort layer of the mattress.
  • the first portion of the protective cover 21 is permeable in order to allow the evacuation of the water likely to infiltrate between the different layers of foam of the set of layers of foam 2 and thus to prevent the development of molds .
  • the second fabric portion of the protective cover is water repellent or waterproof.
  • the comfort layer 12 of the mattress 1 may include a housing 32 for receiving at least one object such as a cup or other container. Said housing 32 is open on one side of the comfort layer 12 facing away from the buoyancy layer 11.
  • the first foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 85 kg / m 2 , a longitudinal tensile strength of between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 , a transverse tensile strength between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 , a longitudinal elongation of between 50% and 120%, a transverse elongation of between 50% and 100%, a longitudinal tensile strength of 500 N / mm 2 , m and 6000 N / m, a transverse tear resistance of between 1000 N / m and 6000 N / m, a compressive strength for 40% deformation of between 5 kPa and 100 kPa, a thermal stability for an exposure of 70 ° C over a period of 24 hours creating a deformation of less than 10%.
  • the second foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 40 kg / m 2 , a cell number of between 2 / cm and 8 / cm, a tensile strength of between 1 kPa and 10 kPa, a elongation at longitudinal break of between 50% and 200%, compressive strength at 10% of strain between 1 kPa and 20 kPa, composition of composite PVC and synthetic fibers, weight between 250g / m 2 and 750g / m 2 , a porosity between 0% and 20%, breaking strength of between 50 daN / 5cm and 400 daN / 5cm, tensile strength of between 20 daN and 100 daN.
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer must be at least 5000cm 3 .
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer depends on the weight to be borne by the mattress.
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 15000cm 3 .
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 50000cm 3 .
  • the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 100000cm 3 . According to one embodiment, the thickness of the buoyancy layer is greater than 2 cm.
  • the thickness of the buoyancy layer is between 5 and 10 cm.
  • the first buoyancy layer has a constant thickness over its entire surface.
  • the body of the mattress has a length between 1.2 m and 3 m, a width between 0.5 m and 2.5 m, a thickness between 0.05 m and 0.75 m.
  • the mattress comprises the same elements as those described for the first embodiment.
  • this embodiment differs in that the first buoyancy layer has at least a first portion and at least a second portion, the thickness of the buoyancy layer being greater in the first portion relative to the thickness in the first portion. second serving.
  • the mattress can adapt to the weight distribution of a user or an object without imposing a significant thickness on the entire surface.
  • Said first portion is disposed in an area of the mattress for receiving the upper part of the body of a user.
  • the invention is not limited to the embodiments shown and described above, but covers all variants.

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Abstract

A floating mattress (1) capable of supporting at least one user or object on water, comprising an assembly of foam layers (2), the assembly of foam layers (2) comprising a plurality of layers of foam including at least one first buoyancy layer (11) comprising a first foam composition, the first buoyancy layer (11) being intended to be positioned facing the surface of the water, and a second comfort layer (12) comprising a second foam composition, the second comfort layer (12) being intended to be facing the at least one user or object.

Description

Matelas flottant apte à supporter au moins un utilisateur ou un objet sur l'eau grâce à sa flottabilité.  Floating mattress adapted to support at least one user or object on the water with its buoyancy.

Domaine de l'invention Field of the invention

La présente invention se rapporte de manière générale à un matelas flottant apte à supporter au moins un utilisateur ou un objet sur l'eau grâce à sa flottabilité. The present invention relates generally to a floating mattress adapted to support at least one user or an object on the water with its buoyancy.

Art antérieur Prior art

Afin de permettre à un individu ou un objet de flotter sur l'eau, le matelas flottant doit avoir une flottabilité suffisante pour supporter le poids d'un individu ou d'un objet. Une application connue de matelas flottant sont les matelas flottant constitués d'une mousse solide à cellules fermées. In order to allow an individual or an object to float on the water, the floating mattress must have sufficient buoyancy to support the weight of an individual or an object. A known application of floating mattresses are floating mattresses consisting of a solid foam closed cell.

Le problème de ce type de matelas flottant est le manque de confort. A cause de la rigidité de la mousse solide à cellules fermées, un inconfort peut apparaître lors de l'utilisation.  The problem with this type of floating mattress is the lack of comfort. Due to the rigidity of the closed-cell solid foam, discomfort may occur during use.

L'art antérieur inclut le document WO Patent n°2017/013546 décrivant un matelas composé d'un corps flottant unique constitué d'une mousse solide à cellules fermées.  The prior art includes WO Patent No. 2017/013546 describing a mattress composed of a single floating body consisting of a solid closed-cell foam.

Aucune solution de l'état de la technique ne permet d'apporter de techniques pleinement satisfaisantes permettant une utilisation confortable d'un matelas flottant.  No solution of the state of the art can provide fully satisfactory techniques for comfortable use of a floating mattress.

La présente invention a pour but de résoudre tout ou partie des inconvénients mentionnés ci-dessus.  The present invention aims to solve all or part of the disadvantages mentioned above.

Exposé de l'invention Presentation of the invention

A cet effet, la présente invention concerne un matelas flottant apte à supporter au moins un utilisateur ou un objet sur l'eau, comprenant un ensemble de couches de mousse , l'ensemble de couches de mousse comprenant une pluralité de couches de mousse dont au moins une première couche de flottabilité comprenant une première composition de mousse, la première couche de flottabilité étant destinée à être positionnée en regard de la surface de l'eau et une deuxième couche de confort comprenant une deuxième composition de mousse, la deuxième couche étant destinée à être en regard de l'au moins un utilisateur ou objet. For this purpose, the present invention relates to a floating mattress adapted to support at least one user or an object on the water, comprising a set of layers of foam, the set of foam layers comprising a plurality of foam layers including minus a first buoyancy layer comprising a first foam composition, the first buoyancy layer being intended to be positioned facing the surface of the water and a second layer of comfort comprising a second foam composition, the second layer being intended to be facing the at least one user or object.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le volume de la première couche de flottabilité doit être de 5000cm3 minimum.  According to one embodiment, the volume of the first buoyancy layer must be at least 5000 cm3.

Le volume de la première couche de flottabilité dépend du poids à supporter par le matelas.  The volume of the first buoyancy layer depends on the weight to be borne by the mattress.

Plus le poids est élevé et plus le volume de la première couche de flottabilité doit d'être important.  The higher the weight, the greater the volume of the first buoyancy layer.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le volume de la première couche de flottabilité est supérieur à 15000cm3.  According to one embodiment, the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 15000cm3.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le volume de la première couche de flottabilité est supérieur à 50000cm3.  According to one embodiment, the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 50000cm3.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le volume de la première couche de flottabilité est supérieur à 100000cm3. Selon un mode de réalisation, l'épaisseur de la couche de flottabilité est supérieure à 2 cm.  According to one embodiment, the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 100000cm3. According to one embodiment, the thickness of the buoyancy layer is greater than 2 cm.

Selon un mode de réalisation, l'épaisseur de la couche de flottabilité est comprise entre 5 et 10 cm.  According to one embodiment, the thickness of the buoyancy layer is between 5 and 10 cm.

Selon un mode de réalisation, l'épaisseur de la couche de flottabilité est supérieure à 10 cm.  According to one embodiment, the thickness of the buoyancy layer is greater than 10 cm.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première couche de flottabilité présente une épaisseur constante sur l'ensemble de sa surface.  According to one embodiment, the first buoyancy layer has a constant thickness over its entire surface.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première couche de flottabilité présente au moins une première portion et au moins une seconde portion, l'épaisseur de la couche de flottabilité étant supérieure dans la première portion par rapport à l'épaisseur dans la seconde portion.  According to one embodiment, the first buoyancy layer has at least a first portion and at least a second portion, the thickness of the buoyancy layer being greater in the first portion relative to the thickness in the second portion.

Grâce à ces dispositions, le matelas peut s'adapter à la répartition du poids d'un utilisateur ou d'un objet sans imposer une épaisseur importante sur l'ensemble de la surface.  With these provisions, the mattress can adapt to the weight distribution of a user or an object without imposing a significant thickness on the entire surface.

Selon un mode de réalisation, ladite première portion est disposée dans une zone du matelas destiné à recevoir la partie haute du corps d'un utilisateur.  According to one embodiment, said first portion is disposed in an area of the mattress for receiving the upper part of the body of a user.

La couche de flottabilité est constituée d'une mousse rigide à cellules fermées.  The buoyancy layer consists of a rigid closed-cell foam.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le terme « mousse rigide à cellules fermées » est compris tel que le matériau est une mousse réalisée à partir de cellules fermées solides. Selon un mode de réalisation, ces cellules sont créées à partir d'un gaz et contiennent du gaz ou de l'air. Ces aspects contribuent à la flottabilité du matelas. According to one embodiment, the term "rigid closed-cell foam" is understood such that the material is a foam made from solid closed cells. According to one embodiment, these cells are created from a gas and contain gas or air. These aspects contribute to the buoyancy of the mattress.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la mousse peut être réalisée à partir de plusieurs matériaux tels que :  According to one embodiment, the foam can be made from several materials such as:

• une mousse de polyuréthane ;  • polyurethane foam;

• une mousse de caoutchouc ;  • a rubber foam;

• une mousse de polystyrène extrudé ;  • extruded polystyrene foam;

• une mousse de polystyrène ; et  • Styrofoam; and

• une mousse phénolique.  • a phenolic foam.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la couche de flottabilité à cellule fermées est imperméable. Cela permet un haut coefficient de flottabilité.  According to one embodiment, the closed cell buoyancy layer is impermeable. This allows a high coefficient of buoyancy.

La couche de confort est constituée d'une mousse souple étanche anti humidité à cellules ouvertes.  The comfort layer consists of a flexible, moisture-proof open-cell foam.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le terme « mousse souple à cellules ouvertes » est compris tel que le matériau est une mousse réalisée à partir de cellules ouvertes souples  According to one embodiment, the term "flexible open-cell foam" is understood such that the material is a foam made from flexible open cells.

Selon un mode de réalisation, une mousse souple permet un grand confort.  According to one embodiment, a flexible foam provides great comfort.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la couche de confort est constituée d'une mousse souple étanche anti-humidité à cellules ouvertes, ce qui lui permet de laisser passer l'eau ainsi que l'air.  According to one embodiment, the comfort layer consists of an open cell moisture-proof flexible foam that allows it to let water and air through.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la couche de confort est constituée d'une mousse souple étanche anti-humidité à cellules ouvertes ce qui lui permet d'accélérer le séchage et d'empêcher le développement de moisissures.  According to one embodiment, the comfort layer consists of a flexible open-cell moisture-proof foam which allows it to accelerate drying and prevent the growth of mold.

La couche de confort peut inclure au moins un logement destiné à la réception de l'au moins objet.  The comfort layer may include at least one housing for receiving the at least one object.

Selon un mode de réalisation, ledit logement est ouvert sur une face de la couche de confort orientée à l'opposé de la couche de flottabilité.  According to one embodiment, said housing is open on one side of the comfort layer facing away from the buoyancy layer.

Selon un mode de réalisation, l'au moins un objet reçu dans l'au moins un logement peut être un gobelet ou tout autre récipient.  According to one embodiment, the at least one object received in the at least one housing may be a cup or any other container.

Une troisième couche comportant une troisième composition de mousse souple rapportée sur une face de la couche de confort orientée à l'opposé de la couche de flottabilité.  A third layer comprising a third flexible foam composition attached to one side of the comfort layer facing away from the buoyancy layer.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la troisième couche de mousse permet de remplir différentes fonctions tel que celle d'appui-tête par exemple. Selon un mode de réalisation, la troisième couche de mousse comportant une troisième composition de mousse a une composition identique à la composition de la mousse de la couche de confort. According to one embodiment, the third layer of foam can perform different functions such as headrest for example. According to one embodiment, the third foam layer comprising a third foam composition has a composition identical to the composition of the foam of the comfort layer.

Au moins deux couches de mousses adjacentes de l'ensemble de couches de mousse sont liées entre elles par une solidarisation de leurs faces adjacentes.  At least two adjacent foam layers of the set of foam layers are bonded together by a joining of their adjacent faces.

Selon un mode de réalisation, lesdites faces adjacentes sont liées entre elle par une colle résistante à l'eau par exemple.  According to one embodiment, said adjacent faces are bonded together by a water-resistant adhesive for example.

Selon un mode de réalisation, l'utilisation d'une colle résistante à l'eau permet un maintient sur le long terme de la solidarité des différentes couches composants le matelas compte tenu du milieu d'utilisation.  According to one embodiment, the use of a water-resistant adhesive allows a long-term maintenance of the solidarity of the various layers of the mattress components taking into account the environment of use.

Le matelas flottant comprend une housse de protection résistante adaptée à l'évacuation de l'eau stockée, la housse de protection est destinée à envelopper l'ensemble de couches de mousse.  The floating mattress includes a resistant protective cover adapted to the evacuation of stored water, the protective cover is intended to wrap the set of layers of foam.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la housse de protection comporte au moins deux portions de tissu. La première portion de tissu recouvre la couche de flottabilité du matelas alors que la deuxième portion de tissu recouvre au moins la couche de confort du matelas.  According to one embodiment, the protective cover comprises at least two portions of fabric. The first portion of fabric covers the buoyancy layer of the mattress while the second portion of fabric covers at least the comfort layer of the mattress.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la deuxième portion de tissu de la housse de protection est déperlant ou imperméable.  According to one embodiment, the second portion of fabric of the protective cover is water-repellent or impervious.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première portion est perméable afin de permettre l'évacuation de l'eau susceptible de s'infiltrer entre les différentes couches de mousse de l'ensemble de couches de mousse et ainsi d'éviter le développement de moisissures.  According to one embodiment, the first portion is permeable in order to allow the evacuation of the water likely to infiltrate between the different layers of foam of the set of layers of foam and thus to prevent the growth of mold.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la housse de protection est détachable de l'ensemble de couches de mousse.  According to one embodiment, the protective cover is detachable from the set of layers of foam.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la housse de protection comprend un ou plusieurs éléments de fermeture tels qu'une fermeture éclair ou encore une bande de fixation auto-agrippante par exemple.  According to one embodiment, the protective cover comprises one or more closure elements such as a zipper or a self-gripping fastening strip for example.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la housse de protection est résistante à certains éléments tels qu'aux UV, à l'air libre ou à l'eau par exemple.  According to one embodiment, the protective cover is resistant to certain elements such as UV, in the open air or water, for example.

La première composition de mousse présente une densité comprise entre 10 kg/m2 et 85 kg/m2. The first foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 85 kg / m 2 .

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente une résistance à la traction longitudinale comprise entre 0.10 N/mm2 et 0.80 N/mm2 ; Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente une résistance à la traction transversale comprise entre 0.10 N/mm2 et 0.80 N/mm2 ; According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a longitudinal tensile strength of between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 ; According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a transverse tensile strength of between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 ;

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente un allongement à la rupture longitudinale compris entre 50% et 120%.  According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a longitudinal elongation of between 50% and 120%.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente un allongement à la rupture transversale compris entre 50% et 100%.  According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a transverse elongation of between 50% and 100%.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente une résistance au déchirement longitudinale comprise entre 500 N/m et 6000 N/m.  According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a longitudinal tear strength of between 500 N / m and 6000 N / m.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente une résistance au déchirement transversale comprise entre 1000 N/m et 6000 N/m.  According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a transverse tear resistance of between 1000 N / m and 6000 N / m.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente une résistance à la compression pour 40% de déformation comprise entre 5 kPa et 100 kPa.  According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a compressive strength for 40% deformation of between 5 kPa and 100 kPa.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la première composition de mousse présente une stabilité thermique pour une exposition à 70°C sur une durée de 24h créant une déformation inférieure à 10%.  According to one embodiment, the first foam composition has a thermal stability for exposure to 70 ° C over a period of 24 hours creating a deformation of less than 10%.

Les différentes caractéristiques citées sont importantes afin de garantir une solidité, une flottabilité et une espérance de vie optimale.  The various characteristics mentioned are important in order to guarantee solidity, buoyancy and optimal life expectancy.

La deuxième composition de mousse présente une densité incluse entre 10 kg/m2 et 40 kg/m2. The second foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 40 kg / m 2 .

La deuxième composition de mousse présente un nombre de cellules compris entre 2/cm et 8/cm.  The second foam composition has a cell number of between 2 / cm and 8 / cm.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la deuxième composition de mousse présente une résistance à la traction comprise entre 1 kPa et 10 kPa.  According to one embodiment, the second foam composition has a tensile strength of between 1 kPa and 10 kPa.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la deuxième composition de mousse présente un allongement à la rupture longitudinale compris entre 50% et 200%.  According to one embodiment, the second foam composition has a longitudinal elongation of between 50% and 200%.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la deuxième composition de mousse présente une résistance à la compression pour 10% de déformation comprise entre 1 kPa et 20 kPa.  According to one embodiment, the second foam composition has a compressive strength for 10% deformation of between 1 kPa and 20 kPa.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la housse de protection utilisée présente une ou plusieurs des caractéristiques suivantes :  According to one embodiment, the protective cover used has one or more of the following characteristics:

• une composition en PVC composite et fibres synthétiques ; • a composite PVC composition and synthetic fibers;

• un poids compris entre 250g/m2 et 750g/m2 ; • une porosité comprise entre 0% et 20% ; • a weight between 250g / m 2 and 750g / m 2 ; • porosity between 0% and 20%;

• résistance à la rupture comprise entre 50 daN/5cm et 400 daN/5cm ; et • breaking strength between 50 daN / 5cm and 400 daN / 5cm; and

• résistance à la déchirure comprise entre 20 daN et 100 daN.• tear resistance between 20 daN and 100 daN.

Selon un mode de réalisation, les différentes caractéristiques citées sont destinées à garantir une solidité, un confort et une espérance de vie de l'invention améliorée. According to one embodiment, the various characteristics mentioned are intended to guarantee a solidity, a comfort and a life expectancy of the improved invention.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le corps du matelas a une longueur comprise entre 1.2 m et 3 m, une largeur comprise entre 0.5 m et 2.5 m, une épaisseur comprise entre 0.05 m et 0.75 m. Les différents aspects définis ci-dessus non incompatibles peuvent être combinés.  According to one embodiment, the body of the mattress has a length between 1.2 m and 3 m, a width between 0.5 m and 2.5 m, a thickness between 0.05 m and 0.75 m. The different aspects defined above that are not incompatible can be combined.

L'invention concerne également un matelas flottant apte à supporter au moins un utilisateur sur l'eau, comprenant un ensemble de couches de mousse, l'ensemble de couches de mousse comprenant une pluralité de couches de mousse dont au moins une première couche de flottabilité comprenant une première composition de mousse, la première couche de flottabilité étant destinée à être positionnée en contact de la surface de l'eau et une deuxième couche de confort comprenant une deuxième composition de mousse, la deuxième couche étant destinée à être en regard de l'au moins un utilisateur ou objet.  The invention also relates to a floating mattress adapted to support at least one user on the water, comprising a set of foam layers, the set of foam layers comprising a plurality of foam layers including at least a first layer of buoyancy comprising a first foam composition, the first buoyancy layer being intended to be positioned in contact with the surface of the water and a second comfort layer comprising a second foam composition, the second layer being intended to be facing the at least one user or object.

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L'invention sera mieux comprise à l'aide de la description détaillée qui est exposée ci-dessous en regard du dessin annexé dans lequel : The invention will be better understood with the aid of the detailed description which is set out below with reference to the appended drawing in which:

• la figure 1 représente un premier matelas flottant en vue en coupe transversale conformément à la présente invention ;  • Figure 1 shows a first floating mat in cross sectional view according to the present invention;

• la figure 2 représente le matelas flottant de la figure 1 en vue de dessus conformément à la présente invention ; et  Figure 2 shows the floating mat of Figure 1 in top view according to the present invention; and

• la figure 3 réprésente un second matelas flottant en vue en coupe transversale conformément à la présente invention.  • Figure 3 represents a second floating mat in cross-sectional view according to the present invention.

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L'invention sera mieux comprise à l'aide de la description détaillée qui est exposée ci-dessous en regard du dessin annexé. The invention will be better understood with the aid of the detailed description which is set out below with reference to the appended drawing.

Selon un premier mode de réalisation illustré sur les figure 1 et 2, le matelas flottant 1 apte à supporter au moins un utilisateur ou un objet sur l'eau, comprend un ensemble de couches de mousse 2 dans lequel au moins deux couches de mousses adjacentes de l'ensemble de couches de mousse 2 sont liées entre elles par une solidarisation de leurs faces adjacentes. Lesdites faces adjacentes sont liées entre elle par une colle résistante à l'eau par exemple. L'utilisation d'une colle résistante à l'eau permet un maintient sur le long terme de la solidarité des différentes couches composants le matelas compte tenu du milieu d'utilisation. According to a first embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2, the floating mattress 1 capable of supporting at least one user or an object on the water, comprises a set of layers of foam 2 in which at least two layers adjacent foams of the set of layers of foam 2 are bonded together by a joining of their adjacent faces. Said adjacent faces are bonded together by a glue resistant to water for example. The use of a water-resistant adhesive allows a long-term maintenance of the solidarity of the various layers of the mattress components taking into account the environment of use.

L'ensemble de couches de mousse 2 comprend une pluralité de couches de mousse dont au moins une couche de flottabilité 11 et une couche de confort 12.  The set of foam layers 2 comprises a plurality of foam layers including at least one buoyancy layer 11 and a comfort layer 12.

La couche de flottabilité 11 est destinée à être positionnée en regard de la surface de l'eau. Elle comprend une première composition de mousse rigide à cellules fermées. Le terme « mousse rigide à cellules fermées » est compris tel que le matériau est une mousse réalisée à partir de cellules fermées solides. Ces cellules sont créées à partir d'un gaz et contiennent du gaz ou de l'air. La mousse rigide à cellules fermées est imperméable, ce qui lui confère un haut coefficient de flottabilité. Elle peut être réalisée à partir de plusieurs matériaux tels qu'une mousse de polyuréthane, une mousse de caoutchouc, une mousse de polystyrène extrudé, une mousse de polystyrène ou encore une mousse phénolique.  The buoyancy layer 11 is intended to be positioned facing the surface of the water. It comprises a first rigid closed cell foam composition. The term "rigid closed-cell foam" is understood as the material is a foam made from solid closed cells. These cells are created from a gas and contain gas or air. Rigid closed-cell foam is impervious, giving it a high buoyancy coefficient. It can be made from several materials such as polyurethane foam, rubber foam, extruded polystyrene foam, polystyrene foam or phenolic foam.

Ces différents aspects contribuent à la flottabilité du matelas 1.  These different aspects contribute to the buoyancy of the mattress 1.

La couche de confort 12 comprend une deuxième composition de mousse réticulée, ce qui lui permet de laisser passer l'eau ainsi que l'air, d'accélérer le séchage et d'empêcher le développement de moisissures. En d'autres termes, la mousse est souple étanche anti-humidité et à cellules ouvertes. Le terme « mousse souple à cellules ouvertes » est compris tel que le matériau est une mousse réalisée à partir de cellules ouvertes souples. La couche de confort 12 étant destinée à être en regard de l'au moins un utilisateur ou objet.  The comfort layer 12 includes a second cross-linked foam composition, which allows it to pass water and air, to accelerate drying and to prevent the growth of mold. In other words, the foam is flexible waterproof moisture-proof and open-cell. The term "flexible open cell foam" is understood as the material is a foam made from flexible open cells. The comfort layer 12 being intended to be facing the at least one user or object.

Ces différents aspects contribuent à un grand confort d'utilisation du matelas flottant 1.  These different aspects contribute to a great comfort of use of the floating mattress 1.

Comme illustré dans la figure 1, une troisième couche 13 comportant une composition de mousse souple identique à celle de la couche de confort est rapportée sur une face de la couche de confort 12 orientée à l'opposé de la couche de flottabilité 11. Cette troisième couche de mousse permet de remplir différentes fonctions tel que celle d'appui-tête par exemple.  As illustrated in FIG. 1, a third layer 13 comprising a soft foam composition identical to that of the comfort layer is attached to one face of the comfort layer 12 facing away from the buoyancy layer 11. This third foam layer allows to perform different functions such as headrest for example.

Le matelas flottant 1 comprenant une housse de protection 21 résistante adaptée à l'évacuation de l'eau stockée, la housse de protection étant destinée à envelopper l'ensemble de couches de mousse 2, elle est cependant détachable de l'ensemble de couches de mousse 2. Pour se faire, la housse de protection comprend un ou plusieurs éléments de fermeture tels qu'une fermeture éclair ou encore une bande de fixation auto-agrippante par exemple. Cela permet de faciliter l'entretient du matelas flottant 1. The floating mattress 1 comprising a protective cover 21 resistant adapted to the evacuation of stored water, the protective cover being intended to envelop the set of layers of foam 2, it is however detachable from the set of layers of foam 2. To do so, the protective cover comprises one or more closure elements such as a zipper or a Velcro fastening tape for example. This facilitates the maintenance of the floating mattress 1.

la housse de protection 21 est résistante à certains éléments tels qu'aux UV, à l'air libre ou à l'eau par exemple.  the protective cover 21 is resistant to certain elements such as UV, in the open air or water, for example.

La housse de protection 21 comporte au moins deux portions de tissu. La première portion de tissu recouvre la couche de flottabilité du matelas alors que la deuxième portion de tissu recouvre au moins la couche de confort du matelas.  The protective cover 21 comprises at least two portions of fabric. The first portion of fabric covers the buoyancy layer of the mattress while the second portion of fabric covers at least the comfort layer of the mattress.

La première portion de la housse de protection 21 est perméable afin de permettre l'évacuation de l'eau susceptible de s'infiltrer entre les différentes couches de mousse de l'ensemble de couches de mousse 2 et ainsi d'éviter le développement de moisissures.  The first portion of the protective cover 21 is permeable in order to allow the evacuation of the water likely to infiltrate between the different layers of foam of the set of layers of foam 2 and thus to prevent the development of molds .

La deuxième portion de tissu de la housse de protection est déperlant ou imperméable.  The second fabric portion of the protective cover is water repellent or waterproof.

Comme illustré dans la figure 2, la couche de confort 12 du matelas 1, peut inclure un logemet 32 destiné à la réception d'au moins un objet tel qu'un gobelet ou tout autre récipient. Ledit logement 32 est ouvert sur une face de la couche de confort 12 orientée à l'opposé de la couche de flottabilité 11.  As illustrated in Figure 2, the comfort layer 12 of the mattress 1, may include a housing 32 for receiving at least one object such as a cup or other container. Said housing 32 is open on one side of the comfort layer 12 facing away from the buoyancy layer 11.

La première composition de mousse présente une densité comprise entre 10 kg/m2 et 85 kg/m2, une résistance à la traction longitudinale comprise entre 0.10 N/mm2 et 0.80 N/mm2, une résistance à la traction transversale comprise entre 0.10 N/mm2 et 0.80 N/mm2 , un allongement à la rupture longitudinale compris entre 50% et 120%, un allongement à la rupture transversale compris entre 50% et 100%, une résistance au déchirement longitudinale comprise entre 500 N/m et 6000 N/m, une résistance au déchirement transversale comprise entre 1000 N/m et 6000 N/m, une résistance à la compression pour 40% de déformation comprise entre 5 kPa et 100 kPa, une stabilité thermique pour une exposition à 70°C sur une durée de 24h créant une déformation inférieure à 10%. The first foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 85 kg / m 2 , a longitudinal tensile strength of between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 , a transverse tensile strength between 0.10 N / mm 2 and 0.80 N / mm 2 , a longitudinal elongation of between 50% and 120%, a transverse elongation of between 50% and 100%, a longitudinal tensile strength of 500 N / mm 2 , m and 6000 N / m, a transverse tear resistance of between 1000 N / m and 6000 N / m, a compressive strength for 40% deformation of between 5 kPa and 100 kPa, a thermal stability for an exposure of 70 ° C over a period of 24 hours creating a deformation of less than 10%.

Les différentes caractéristiques citées sont importantes afin de garantir une solidité, une flottabilité et une espérance de vie optimale.  The various characteristics mentioned are important in order to guarantee solidity, buoyancy and optimal life expectancy.

La deuxième composition de mousse présente une densité incluse entre 10 kg/m2 et 40 kg/m2, un nombre de cellules compris entre 2/cm et 8/cm, une résistance à la traction comprise entre 1 kPa et 10 kPa, un allongement à la rupture longitudinale compris entre 50% et 200%, une résistance à la compression pour 10% de déformation comprise entre 1 kPa et 20 kPa, une composition en PVC composite et fibres synthétiques, un poids compris entre 250g/m2 et 750g/m2 , une porosité comprise entre 0% et 20%, résistance à la rupture comprise entre 50 daN/5cm et 400 daN/5cm, résistance à la déchirure comprise entre 20 daN et 100 daN. The second foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 40 kg / m 2 , a cell number of between 2 / cm and 8 / cm, a tensile strength of between 1 kPa and 10 kPa, a elongation at longitudinal break of between 50% and 200%, compressive strength at 10% of strain between 1 kPa and 20 kPa, composition of composite PVC and synthetic fibers, weight between 250g / m 2 and 750g / m 2 , a porosity between 0% and 20%, breaking strength of between 50 daN / 5cm and 400 daN / 5cm, tensile strength of between 20 daN and 100 daN.

Les différentes caractéristiques citées sont destinées à garantir une solidité, un confort et une espérance de vie de l'invention améliorée.  The various characteristics mentioned are intended to guarantee a solidity, a comfort and a life expectancy of the improved invention.

Le volume de la première couche de flottabilité doit être de 5000cm3 minimum. The volume of the first buoyancy layer must be at least 5000cm 3 .

Le volume de la première couche de flottabilité dépend du poids à supporter par le matelas.  The volume of the first buoyancy layer depends on the weight to be borne by the mattress.

Plus le poids est élevé et plus le volume de la première couche de flottabilité doit d'être important.  The higher the weight, the greater the volume of the first buoyancy layer.

Selon un mode de réalisation, le volume de la première couche de flottabilité est supérieur à 15000cm3. According to one embodiment, the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 15000cm 3 .

Selon un mode de réalisation, le volume de la première couche de flottabilité est supérieur à 50000cm3. According to one embodiment, the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 50000cm 3 .

Selon un mode de réalisation, le volume de la première couche de flottabilité est supérieur à 100000cm3. Selon un mode de réalisation, l'épaisseur de la couche de flottabilité est supérieure à 2 cm. According to one embodiment, the volume of the first buoyancy layer is greater than 100000cm 3 . According to one embodiment, the thickness of the buoyancy layer is greater than 2 cm.

Selon un mode de réalisation, l'épaisseur de la couche de flottabilité est comprise entre 5 et 10 cm.  According to one embodiment, the thickness of the buoyancy layer is between 5 and 10 cm.

La première couche de flottabilité présente une épaisseur constante sur l'ensemble de sa surface.  The first buoyancy layer has a constant thickness over its entire surface.

Comme illustré dans les figures 1 et 2, le corps du matelas a une longueur comprise entre 1.2 m et 3 m, une largeur comprise entre 0.5 m et 2.5 m, une épaisseur comprise entre 0.05 m et 0.75 m.  As illustrated in Figures 1 and 2, the body of the mattress has a length between 1.2 m and 3 m, a width between 0.5 m and 2.5 m, a thickness between 0.05 m and 0.75 m.

Selon un deuxième mode de réalisation illustré à la figure 3, le matelas comprend les même éléments que ceux décrits pour le premier mode de réalisation.  According to a second embodiment illustrated in FIG. 3, the mattress comprises the same elements as those described for the first embodiment.

Toutefois, ce mode de réalisation diffère en ce que la première couche de flottabilité présente au moins une première portion et au moins une seconde portion, l'épaisseur de la couche de flottabilité étant supérieure dans la première portion par rapport à l'épaisseur dans la seconde portion.  However, this embodiment differs in that the first buoyancy layer has at least a first portion and at least a second portion, the thickness of the buoyancy layer being greater in the first portion relative to the thickness in the first portion. second serving.

Grâce à ces dispositions, le matelas peut s'adapter à la répartition du poids d'un utilisateur ou d'un objet sans imposer une épaisseur importante sur l'ensemble de la surface.  With these provisions, the mattress can adapt to the weight distribution of a user or an object without imposing a significant thickness on the entire surface.

Ladite première portion est disposée dans une zone du matelas destiné à recevoir la partie haute du corps d'un utilisateur. Bien entendu, l'invention n'est pas limitée aux modes de réalisation représentés et décrits ci-avant, mais en couvre au contraire toutes les variantes. Said first portion is disposed in an area of the mattress for receiving the upper part of the body of a user. Of course, the invention is not limited to the embodiments shown and described above, but covers all variants.

Claims

REVENDICATIONS 1. Matelas flottant (1) apte à supporter au moins un utilisateur ou un objet sur l'eau, comprenant un ensemble de couches de mousse (2), l'ensemble de couches de mousse (2) comprenant une pluralité de couches de mousse dont au moins une première couche de flottabilité (11) comprenant une première composition de mousse, la première couche de flottabilité (11) étant destinée à être positionnée en regard de la surface de l'eau et une deuxième couche de confort (12) comprenant une deuxième composition de mousse, la deuxième couche étant destinée à être en regard de l'au moins un utilisateur ou objet.  Floating mattress (1) adapted to support at least one user or object on the water, comprising a set of layers of foam (2), the set of foam layers (2) comprising a plurality of layers of foam at least a first buoyancy layer (11) comprising a first foam composition, the first buoyancy layer (11) being intended to be positioned opposite the water surface and a second comfort layer (12) comprising a second foam composition, the second layer being intended to be facing the at least one user or object. 2. Matelas flottant (1) selon la revendication 1, dans lequel la couche de Floating mattress (1) according to claim 1, wherein the layer of flottabilité (11) est constituée d'une mousse rigide à cellules fermées.  buoyancy (11) consists of a rigid closed-cell foam. 3. Matelas flottant (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 2, dans lequel la couche de confort (12) est constituée d'une mousse souple étanche anti-humidité à cellules ouvertes. Floating mattress (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 2, wherein the comfort layer (12) is made of an open cell moisture-proof flexible foam. 4. Matelas flottant (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 3, dans lequel la couche de confort (12) peut inclure au moins un logement (32) destiné à la réception de l'au moins objet. Floating mattress (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the comfort layer (12) may include at least one housing (32) for receiving the at least one object. 5. Matelas flottant (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, dans lequel une troisième couche (13) comportant une troisième composition de mousse souple est rapportée sur une face de la couche de confort (12) orientée à l'opposé de la couche de flottabilité (11). Floating mattress (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein a third layer (13) having a third flexible foam composition is attached to one side of the comfort layer (12) facing the opposite of the buoyancy layer (11). 6. Matelas flottant (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 5, dans lequel au moins deux couches de mousses adjacentes de l'ensemble de couches de mousse sont liées entre elles par une solidarisation de leurs faces adjacentes. 6. Floating mattress (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein at least two adjacent foam layers of the set of foam layers are bonded together by a joining of their adjacent faces. 7. Matelas flottant (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6, Floating mattress (1) according to one of Claims 1 to 6, comprenant une housse de protection (21) résistante adaptée à l'évacuation de l'eau stockée, la housse de protection (21) étant destinée à envelopper l'ensemble de couches de mousse. comprising a protective cover (21) resistant to the evacuation of stored water, the protective cover (21) being intended to wrap the set of layers of foam. 8. Matelas flottant (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7, dans lequel la première composition de mousse présente une densité comprise entre 10 kg/m2 et 85 kg/m2. Floating mattress (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the first foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 85 kg / m 2 . 9. Matelas flottant selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 8, dans lequel la deuxième composition de mousse présente une densité incluse entre 10 kg/m2 et 40 kg/m2. 9. Floating mattress according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the second foam composition has a density of between 10 kg / m 2 and 40 kg / m 2 . 10. Matelas flottant (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 9, dans lequel la deuxième composition de mousse présente un nombre de cellules compris entre 2/cm et 8/cm. 10. Floating mattress (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the second foam composition has a cell number between 2 / cm and 8 / cm.
EP18839603.0A 2017-12-13 2018-12-11 Floating mattress capable of supporting at least one user or object on water as a result of the buoyancy thereof Pending EP3723554A1 (en)

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