COMPOSITE MATERIAL, METHOD OF MAKING AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREBY

摘要

The present invention relates to a composite material comprising a layer of open-cell foam matepal; a layer of gel-infused foam material disposed adjacent to the open-cell foam material; and a barrier layer disposed adjacent to the gel-infused foam material, opposite the open-cell foam material. In addition, the present invention relates to a method of making a composite material by forming a gel-infused foam material by disposing a gel precursor material onto the foam material, such that at least a portion of the gel precursor material at least partially penetrates the foam material and allowing the gel precursor material to cure. The composite material can be used to improve comfort, durability, heat dissipation, insulation, and aesthetic appearance of cushioning materials for application as padding for mattress toppers and the like.