Cat scratching furniture protectors

Abstract

The adhesive anti-scratch pad for pets includes a surface layer, at the bottom of which an intermediate layer is arranged. A reinforcement layer is arranged between the intermediate layer and the surface layer. A back layer is arranged at the bottom of the intermediate layer. An induction layer is arranged on the outer side of the surface layer, and an adhesion aid layer is arranged on the outer side of the back layer.

Claims

1. An adhesive anti-scratch pad for pets, comprising: a surface layer comprising three-dimensionally woven polyester fibers having a friction coefficient between 0.6 and 0.8; an intermediate cushioning layer disposed beneath the surface layer, comprising chemically cross-linked expanded polyethylene (XPE) foam with a density between 30 kg/m.sup.3 and 50 kg/m.sup.3 and a thickness between 3 mm and 6 mm; a reinforcement mesh layer positioned between the surface layer and the intermediate layer, comprising aramid fibers arranged in a grid structure with openings of 5 mm to 10 mm; a back adhesive layer disposed beneath the intermediate layer, comprising ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) hot melt adhesive with a softening point between 60 C. and 80 C.; an induction layer on the outer face of the surface layer, comprising microcapsules containing a plant extract coating with a diameter of 10 m to 20 m, wherein the plant extract comprises a mixture of geraniol and eucalyptus essential oils in a mixing ratio of 1:1 to 2:1; and an adhesion enhancement layer on the external surface of the back adhesive layer, comprising a polyurethane coating with 5% to 10% silica nanoparticles.

2. The pad of claim 1, wherein the polyester fibers of the surface layer are treated with high-temperature sizing at a temperature between 160 C. and 180 C. and have a tensile strength of not less than 300 N.

3. The pad of claim 1, wherein the XPE foam is formed by dual-roller hot-pressing at a molding pressure between 200 kPa and 400 kPa.

4. The pad of claim 1, wherein the aramid fiber intersections are reinforced by an adhesive coating with a thickness of 0.01 mm to 0.03 mm.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) FIG. 1 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the adhesive anti-scratch pad for pets of the present invention.

(2) FIGURE numerals: 1. Surface layer; 2. Intermediate layer; 3. Reinforcement layer; 4. Back layer; 5. Induction layer; 6. Adhesion aid layer.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

(3) In order to clarify the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawing of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all of them. Based on the described embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative effort shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

(4) The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but they cannot be used to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. The conditions in the embodiments can be further adjusted according to specific conditions. Simple improvements to the method of the present invention under the premise of the concept of the present invention all fall within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention.

Embodiment 1

(5) As displayed in FIG. 1, the adhesive anti-scratch pad for pets includes a surface layer, at the bottom of which an intermediate layer is arranged. A reinforcement layer is arranged between the intermediate layer and the surface layer. A back layer is arranged at the bottom of the intermediate layer. An induction layer is arranged on the outer side of the surface layer, and an adhesion aid layer is arranged on the outer side of the back layer.

(6) The surface layer is made of three-dimensional woven polyester fiber, with a weaving texture spacing of 3 mm and a friction coefficient of 0.75. After high-temperature setting (170 C.), the tensile strength of the fiber reaches 320 N. Such a design endows the product with superior anti-scratch and anti-tear properties.

(7) The intermediate layer is composed of chemical cross-linked foamed XPE cotton, with a density of 45 kg/m.sup.3, a thickness of 4 mm, a foaming ratio of 25 times, a compressive strength of up to 26 kPa, and a bending radius of below 4 cm.

(8) The reinforcement layer comprises an aramid fiber mesh structure with a mesh size of 6 mm6 mm and a fiber diameter of 0.07 mm. The mesh intersections are reinforced by adhesive coating (adhesive coating thickness 0.02 mm). Such a design promotes the tensile strength and interlayer stability of the product.

(9) The back layer adopts a 0.3-mm-thick EVA hot melt adhesive, with an adhesion of 2.2 N/cm, which makes the product suitable for surfaces whose roughness ranges from 0.8 mm to 1.5 mm.

(10) The induction layer is sprayed with microcapsule coating extracted from plants, with a spraying thickness of 15 m. The extract is a mixture of geraniol and eucalyptus essential oil (ratio 2:1). This layer is designed to direct and induce the scratching behavior of pets.

(11) In the adhesion aid layer, nano silicon particles are incorporated at a proportion of 6%, and the polyurethane coating is 0.1 mm thick. This layer acts to improve the adhesion stability and prevent slippage during scratching.

(12) This embodiment is mainly used in the scenario of high-frequency scratching.

Embodiment 2

(13) As illustrated in FIG. 1, the adhesive anti-scratch pad for pets includes a surface layer, at the bottom of which an intermediate layer is arranged. A reinforcement layer is arranged between the intermediate layer and the surface layer. A back layer is arranged at the bottom of the intermediate layer. An induction layer is arranged on the outer side of the surface layer, and an adhesion aid layer is arranged on the outer side of the back layer.

(14) In the surface layer, the polyester fiber features a weaving texture spacing of 4 mm, a friction coefficient of 0.65, and a tensile strength of not lower than 310 N after high-temperature setting.

(15) In the intermediate layer, the XPE cotton features a density of 40 kg/m.sup.3, a thickness of 3.5 mm, a foaming ratio of 20 times, a compressive strength of 22 kPa, and a flexible bending radius controlled at 4.5 cm.

(16) In the reinforcement layer, the aramid fiber features a diameter of 0.08 mm, a mesh size of 7 mm7 mm, and an adhesive coating thickness at the intersections of 0.015 mm, which significantly enhances the tensile stability on the curved surface.

(17) In the back layer, the EVA hot melt adhesive features a thickness of 0.25 mm, an adhesion of 1.8 N/cm, a softening point of 72 C., which makes the product suitable for pasting on curved surfaces with a radius of more than 3 cm;

(18) In the induction layer, the sprayed microcapsule coating extracted from plants (ratio of eucalyptus essential oil to geraniol 1:1) is 12 m thick, serving to attract pets to scratch.

(19) In the adhesion aid layer, nano silicon particles are incorporated at a proportion of 8%, and the polyurethane coating is 0.09 mm thick, which remarkably improves the adhesion.

(20) This embodiment is mainly used in the scenario of pasting on a curved surface.

Embodiment 3

(21) The experimental results regarding the anti-scratch performance, curved surface adhesion performance, and comprehensive stability in Embodiment 1 and Embodiment 2 are summarized in Table 1:

(22) TABLE-US-00001 Performance Results and Indicator Test item Embodiment 1 Embodiment 2 analysis Anti-scratch Simulated 9,000 times 9,000 times No tearing performance scratching (45 days, (60 days, occurred in times 200 times 150 times both per day) per day) embodiments, and the surface texture was intact. The texture spacing and fiber strength ensured good anti-scratch ability. Surface 320 310 The strength of layer tensile the polyester strength (N) fiber after high- temperature setting ensures durability in the case of scratching, and the friction coefficient of the texture (0.75 in Embodiment 1 and 0.65 in Embodiment 2) meets the design requirements. Adhesion Adhesion 2.2 1.8 Embodiment 1 performance force (N/cm) is more suitable for rough surfaces (0.8-1.5 mm), while Embodiment 2 is more applicable to surfaces with a smaller bending radius (>3 cm). Both embodiments show marked stability. Adhesion No slippage No slippage The backing firmness or warping or warping layer and the (slippage or adhesion aid warping layer achieve a after scratching) remarkable combined effect, ensuring the adhesion stability of the product on high-frequency scratching and curved surfaces. Initial adhesion 8 10 The time (seconds) combination of the adhesion aid layer and the EVA hot melt adhesive enhances the quick bonding capability and enables firm adhesion in a short time. Flexibility and Thickness of the 4.0 3.5 In both durability intermediate embodiments, layer (mm) the compressive strength (26 kPa and 22 kPa) and flexible radius (4 cm and 4.5 cm) of XPE cotton meet the needs of different scenarios. Service life 45 days 60 days No (simulated days) performance degradation or delamination occurred during the experimental period, and the composite structure presented notable durability under multi- layer bonding. Comprehensive Plant extract Geraniol + Geraniol + In both induction types and ratio eucalyptus eucalyptus scenarios, pets effect essential oil essential oil were (2:1) (1:1) successfully induced to scratch mainly on the anti- scratch pad area, thus preventing damage to other parts of furniture surfaces. Coating thickness 15 12 The thickness (m) is uniform and stable, and the spraying process guarantees uniform distribution of the induced effect. Overall score Anti-scratch 9.8 9.5 High-strength (out of 10 performance polyester fiber points) and 3D weaving process provide excellent anti- scratch ability. Adhesion 9.7 9.6 The dual firmness protection of the back layer and the adhesion aid layer provides stable adhesion performance to meet the needs of multiple scenarios. Induction and 9.5 9.4 The plant coverage effect extract and the texture design act synergistically to induce pets to scratch and prevent behavioral diversion.

(23) As listed in Table 1, Embodiment 1 is more suitable for the protection of flat or large-area furniture surfaces, and exhibits superior anti-scratch performance and adhesive firmness. In contrast, Embodiment 2 is more applicable to curved surfaces (such as armrests, cylindrical furniture, etc.), and boasts better flexible adaptability and curved adhesive performance. The above results reveal that the anti-scratch pad demonstrates remarkable anti-scratch performance, adhesion stability, and induction effect in a variety of usage scenarios, and can effectively meet the actual needs of pet-owning families.

(24) Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that, unless otherwise defined, the technical terms or scientific terms used in the present invention should have the meanings commonly understood by those with ordinary skills in the field to which the present invention belongs. Besides, the words consist of or comprise and the like used in the present invention mean that the elements or objects appearing before the word include the elements or objects listed after the word and their equivalents.

(25) Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

(26) The present invention provides an adhesive anti-scratch pad for pets, and the technical solutions thereof are introduced as follows: It includes a surface layer, at the bottom of which an intermediate layer is arranged. A reinforcement layer is arranged between the intermediate layer and the surface layer. A back layer is arranged at the bottom of the intermediate layer. An induction layer is arranged on the outer side of the surface layer, and an adhesion aid layer is arranged on the outer side of the back layer. For the anti-scratch pad of the present invention, the three-dimensional woven polyester fiber surface, the aramid fiber reinforcement layer, and the XPE cotton intermediate layer adopted jointly improve scratch resistance and flexibility and adapt to irregular surfaces. The EVA hot melt adhesive back layer and the nano silicon particle coating ensure an excellent adhesion effect on different surfaces and guarantee stability in high-temperature and humid environments. The induction layer releases the odor extracted from plants to attract pets to scratch, thereby reducing damage to furniture. All materials are environmentally friendly, safe, and harmless, and meet the environmental protection needs of families. The anti-scratch pad exhibits good anti-scratch performance and adhesion stability in a variety of scenarios, meeting the needs of pet-owning families.