US Patent 6865759 Cushions with non-intersecting-columnar elastomeric members exhibiting compression instability

Cushions and cushion elements with non-intersecting-columnar elastomeric members exhibiting compression instability are disclosed. The cushions and cushion elements may be made from gelatinous elastomer materials. The cushions and cushion elements have application in a variety of fields, including foot care products, seat cushions, mattresses and mattress overlays for consumer and medical applications, carry straps, sports injury prevention, orthopedics, vibration dampeners for electrical and electronic equipment, shock absorbers and others.