A47G9/1027

REACTIVE PILLOW AND THE METHOD OF FABRICATION
20230380609 · 2023-11-30 ·

Provided herein is a reactive pillow comprising: a pressure sensor mat (11) including a first electrode fabric layer (20) having a plurality of first conductive portions (13) and a plurality of first non-conductive portions; a second electrode fabric layer (21) having a plurality of second conductive portions (14) and a plurality of second non-conductive portions; and a piezoresistive fabric layer (24) having a sheet resistance of at least 50K ohm/square; an actuator (40) comprising a plurality of first airbags (41, 42, 43) and a second airbag (44), each of the airbags (41, 42, 43, 44) having an inflated configuration corresponding to an increase in the volume of the airbags (41, 42, 43, 44) and a deflated configuration corresponding to a decrease in the volume of the airbags (41, 42, 43, 44); a controller communicating with the pressure sensor mat (11) and the actuator (40) communicating with the controller to actuate the controller to convert the airbags (41, 42, 43, 44) between the inflated configuration and the deflated configuration thereof.

Sensory stress relief aid
11439259 · 2022-09-13 ·

A sensory stress relief aid designed to produce stress relief in a user. The sensory stress relief aid includes a pillow having a length and a width that define an outer layer. The outer layer of the pillow has a plurality of different surfaces disposed thereon, wherein each surface corresponds to a different tactile feel, such as velvet or fur. Additionally, the outer layer encloses a plurality of inner layers disposed within the pillow, wherein each inner layer comprises a different degree of firmness. A motor attached to an inflatable bladder disposed within the plurality of inner layers is configured to alternately inflate and deflate to simulate breathing. At least one speaking is included and adapted to emit soothing sounds such as nature noises and guided meditation instructions. A remote control in wireless communication with the motor and speakers allows a user to selectively operate each.

Neck pillow with removable and configurable insert
11432652 · 2022-09-06 · ·

A pillow that includes a substantially u-shaped pillow body having a medial region and a pair of legs that extend from the medial region to define an opening therebetween. The pillow body includes a casing defining an exterior surface and interior surface of the pillow body. The interior surface defines a lumen of the pillow body, and the lumen is a single continuous interior compartment. The pillow body includes an interior core disposed within the lumen. The interior core may include a flexible insert in a rolled up configuration that substantially fills the interior core. The casing may include a top fabric member, a bottom fabric member, and a middle fabric section that runs along the curved outer periphery and curved inner periphery of the casing, and is attached to the top fabric member and bottom fabric member.

Travel pillow
11457746 · 2022-10-04 ·

The present disclosure relates to a travel pillow. The travel pillow comprises a connecting rod having a first end and a second end, and a first pillow body and a second pillow body. Each of the first pillow body and the second pillow body comprises a frame and a soft cushion mounted on the frame. One end of the frame of the first pillow body is coupled to the first end of the connecting rod. The first pillow body is configured to be rotated at the first end of the connecting rods and locked at a predetermined angle. One end of the frame of the second pillow body is coupled to the second end of the connecting rod. The second pillow body is configured to be rotated at the second end of the connecting rods and locked at a predetermined angle. The travel pillow has a height which is adjusted by changing the angle between the first pillow body and the connecting rod and the angle between the second pillow body and the connecting rod. Moreover, a fastening means is used for carrying and securing the travel pillow.

Method of repairing a cushion, in particular, method of repairing a cushion using an insert
11377344 · 2022-07-05 ·

Method of repairing a seat cushion; and, in particular, method of repairing a flattened seat cushion having a fill which has been compressed over time, for example. Method of repairing a seat cushion include providing a cushion having a flattened fill, opening the cushion, removing the flattened fill, providing an inflatable insert, and inflating the inflatable insert to fill the cushion.

Customizable support and comfort pillow
11297961 · 2022-04-12 ·

A customizable support pillow offering support and comfort for the neck and body of a user that includes a built in anchoring system for attaching the customizable pillow to a structure such as a vehicle seat.

Inflatable pillow

The invention provides an inflatable pillow or cushion that is configured to transition between a deflated state in which the pillow conforms to a substantially planar profile within at least one plane, and an inflated state in which the pillow conforms to a non-planar profile within the at least one plane.

VIDEO MONITORING APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM, AND VIDEO MONITORING SYSTEM
20210271896 · 2021-09-02 ·

According to the present invention, switching of the monitoring images matching the intention of the observer can be automatically performed for images from a plurality of image capturing apparatus, and the load about the job of the observer can be reduced. The image monitoring apparatus includes an estimating unit configured to estimate attention degrees of a user for a plurality of images acquired from the plurality of image capturing apparatuses, a designating unit configured to designate one of the acquired images as an image to be displayed in accordance with an instruction from the user, a learning unit configured to cause the estimating unit to learn so as to increase an attention degree of the designated image, and a selecting unit configured to select one of the plurality of images based on an attention degree of each estimated image.

Inflatable pillow with adjustable height
11064826 · 2021-07-20 · ·

A novel pillow is provided to easily adjust its height by pulling a lever on the side of the pillow to activate the air control valve configured to personalize the head support needed for that individual. Pulling the lever to a fully open position creates a larger air passage to the inflatable bladder and activates an air pump for rapid inflation of the pillow so as to increase its height. With a user head laying over the pillow, pulling a lever slightly opens up a smaller opening suitable for gradual deflation of the pillow and reducing its height caused by the pressure generated by the head. Soft comfort portion on top of the pillow enclosed in a stretchable fabric reduces surface tension and creates a softer feeling for the user thereby improving comfort and consequently sleep quality. An altimeter may be incorporated with the bladder to easily monitor sleep patterns of the user.

Travel Pillow
20210235877 · 2021-08-05 ·

The present disclosure relates to a travel pillow. The travel pillow comprises a connecting rod having a first end and a second end, and a first pillow body and a second pillow body. Each of the first pillow body and the second pillow body comprises a frame and a soft cushion mounted on the frame. One end of the frame of the first pillow body is coupled to the first end of the connecting rod. The first pillow body is configured to be rotated at the first end of the connecting rods and locked at a predetermined angle. One end of the frame of the second pillow body is coupled to the second end of the connecting rod. The second pillow body is configured to be rotated at the second end of the connecting rods and locked at a predetermined angle. The travel pillow has a height which is adjusted by changing the angle between the first pillow body and the connecting rod and the angle between the second pillow body and the connecting rod. Moreover, a fastening means is used for carrying and securing the travel pillow.