Sleep chamber

Abstract

An enclosure for installation on a bed. The enclosure includes an enclosure-frame, an attachment-bracket, a foldable-board and a canopy. In some embodiments, the enclosure includes a power-supply, vents, fans, speakers and lights. The enclosure is useful for providing a user with a peaceful night sleep by preventing external noises and light from disrupting the user.

Claims

1. An enclosure for installation on a bed via a bed attachment-surface, the enclosure comprising: an enclosure-frame including a front-side and a back-side opposite the front-side; an attachment-bracket attached to the back-side of the enclosure-frame, the attachment-bracket being configured to attach the enclosure to the attachment-surface of the bed; a foldable-board attached about the front-side of the enclosure-frame, the foldable-board including a second horizontal-length and a board-periphery, the horizontal-length being defined by a board top-end and a board bottom-end, the second horizontal-length being manipulable between a folded-state and an unfolded-state, and wherein the unfolded-state includes the second horizontal-length; and a canopy attached to the board-periphery, the canopy including an enclosed-state and an open-state, and wherein the enclosed-state is configured to substantially enclose the bed.

2. The enclosure-frame of claim 1, wherein the enclosure-frame further includes a right-side and a left-side relative to the bed.

3. The enclosure-frame of claim 1, wherein the front-side of the enclosure-frame is substantially open.

4. The enclosure-frame of claim 3, wherein the enclosure-frame further includes a pull-down cover configured to cover the substantially open front-side.

5. The enclosure-frame of claim 1, wherein the enclosure-frame further includes a right-side, a left-side, and a back-side, wherein the sides define a storage-capacity.

6. The enclosure-frame of claim 5, wherein the foldable-board is configured for storage within the storage-capacity when in the folded-state.

7. The enclosure-frame of claim 1, wherein the first horizontal-length and the second horizontal-length are equal in length.

8. The enclosure-frame of claim 7, wherein a board-width of the foldable-board in the unfolded-state is equal to a bed-width of the bed.

9. The enclosure-frame of claim 1, wherein the board-width of the foldable-board in the unfolded-state is at least half of the bed-width of the bed.

10. The enclosure-frame of claim 9, wherein the second horizontal-length is at least half of the first horizontal-length.

11. The enclosure-frame of claim 1, wherein the canopy further comprises vents therein.

12. The enclosure-frame of claim 1, wherein the foldable-board further includes a power-supply.

13. The enclosure-frame of claim 12, wherein the foldable-board further includes a top-surface and a bottom-surface relative to the bed.

14. The enclosure-frame of claim 12, wherein the foldable-board further includes at least one fan electrically-connected to the power-supply.

15. The enclosure-frame of claim 14, wherein the foldable-board further includes an entertainment-center electrically-connected to the power-supply.

16. The enclosure-frame of claim 15, wherein the entertainment-center includes at least one speaker.

17. An enclosure for installation on a bed via a bed attachment-surface, the enclosure comprising: an enclosure-frame including a front-side and a back-side opposite the front-side an attachment-bracket attached to the back-side of the enclosure-frame, the attachment-bracket connecting the enclosure to the attachment-surface; a foldable-board attached about the front-side of the enclosure-frame, the foldable-board including a second horizontal-length and a board-periphery, the horizontal-length being defined by a board top-end and a board bottom-end, the second horizontal-length being manipulable between a folded-state and an unfolded-state, and wherein the unfolded-state includes the second horizontal-length and a canopy attached to the board-periphery, the canopy including an enclosed-state and an open-state, and wherein the enclosed-state is configured to substantially enclose the bed; and wherein the enclosure-frame further includes a right-side and a left-side relative to the bed; wherein the front-side of the enclosure-frame is substantially open; wherein the enclosure-frame further includes a pull-down cover configured to cover the substantially open front-side; wherein the back-side, the left-side and the right-side of the enclosure-frame defines a storage-capacity; wherein the foldable-board is configured for storage within the storage-capacity when in the folded-state; wherein the attachment-surface is a headboard and the attachment-bracket includes an L-shape configured to attach to the headboard; wherein the first horizontal-length and the second horizontal-length are equal in length; wherein a board-width of the foldable-board in the unfolded-state is equal to a bed-width of the bed; wherein the canopy further comprises vents therein; wherein the foldable-board further includes a power-supply; wherein the foldable-board further includes a top-surface and a bottom-surface relative to the bed; wherein the foldable-board further includes at least one fan electrically-connected to the power-supply; wherein the foldable-board further includes an entertainment-center electrically-connected to the power-supply; and wherein the entertainment-center includes at least one speaker.

18. A method comprising the steps of: providing an enclosure for installation on a bed via a bed attachment-surface, the enclosure comprising: an enclosure-frame including a front-side and a back-side opposite the front-side; an attachment-bracket attached to the back-side of the enclosure-frame, the attachment-bracket connecting the enclosure to the attachment-surface; a foldable-board attached about the front-side of the enclosure-frame, the foldable-board including a second horizontal-length and a board-periphery, the horizontal-length being defined by a board top-end and a board bottom-end, the second horizontal-length being manipulable between a folded-state and an unfolded-state, and wherein the unfolded-state includes the second horizontal-length; and a canopy attached to the board-periphery, the canopy including an enclosed-state and an open-state, and wherein the enclosed-state is configured to substantially enclose the bed; attaching the enclosure to the attachment-surface of the bed via the attachment-bracket; unfolding the foldable-board into the unfolded-state; getting into the bed; and releasing the canopy into the enclosed-state.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) The figures which accompany the written portion of this specification illustrate embodiments and methods of use for the present disclosure, a sleep chamber, constructed and operative according to the teachings of the present disclosure.

(2) FIG. 1 is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure during an in-use condition, according to an embodiment of the disclosure.

(3) FIG. 2A is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(4) FIG. 2B is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(5) FIG. 3A is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(6) FIG. 3B is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(7) FIG. 4A is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(8) FIG. 4B is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(9) FIG. 5 is a front-side perspective view of the enclosure of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(10) FIG. 6 is a flow diagram illustrating a method of use for the enclosure, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

(11) The various embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings, wherein like designations denote like elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

(12) As discussed above, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to enclosures and more particularly to a sleep chamber as used to improve sleep for users by providing an efficient and effective sleep enclosure for installation on a bed.

(13) Generally disclosed is a chamber including a combination cover/enclosure that may be attached to a head board or wall and extended over a bed to create the chamber for sleeping. The chamber may create a closed and shaded area with ventilation, BLUETOOTH speakers and total darkness to enhance a users' sleeping experience. The cover may also shut out noise made by a snoring partner. The chamber may fold out on hinges when in use and fold back in against the wall or headboard after the user wakes.

(14) The chamber may include a first-section and a second-section in foldable combination. The first-section and the second-section may be supported by two support posts which are configured to be attached to the headboard or the wall. The first-section and second-section each may have a separate curtain including a light blocking and sound dampening material attached to the frame.

(15) Referring now more specifically to the drawings by numerals of reference, there is shown in FIGS. 1-5, various views of an enclosure 100.

(16) FIG. 1 shows an enclosure 100 during an in-use condition 150 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As Illustrated, the enclosure 100 may include an enclosure-frame may include an enclosure-frame 110, an attachment-bracket 120, a foldable-board 130, and a canopy 140. As shown, the enclosure 100 may be for installation on bed 5. The bed 5 may include a first horizontal-length 10 being defined by a bed top-end 15 and a bed bottom-end 20, the bed top-end 15 having an attachment-surface 25. The enclosure may be particularly useful for promoting a peaceful night sleep to the user by providing silence, darkness, etc. to the user.

(17) Referring now to FIGS. 2A-2B showing front-side perspective views of the enclosure 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The enclosure-frame 110 may include a front-side 112 and a back-side 114 opposite the front-side 112. In a preferred embodiment, the enclosure-frame 110 may further include a right-side 116 and a left-side 118 relative to the bed 5 (FIG. 1). As shown, the back-side 114, the left-side 118 and the right-side 116 of the enclosure-frame 110 may be a back-board, a left-board and a right-board, and the back-side 114, the left-side 118 and the right-side 116 may define a storage-capacity 113. The front-side 112 of the enclosure-frame 110 may be substantially open. A pull-down cover 111 may be provided and configured to cover the substantially open front-side 112. The pull-down cover 111 may include a decorative-surface to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance when the enclosure-frame 110 is not in use.

(18) As shown, the attachment-bracket 120 may be attached to the back-side 114 of the enclosure-frame 110 and configured to attach the enclosure to the attachment-surface 25 of the bed. In a preferred embodiment, the attachment-surface 25 may be a headboard and the attachment-bracket 120 may include an L-shape configured to attach to the headboard. In another embodiment, the attachment-surface 25 may be a wall and the attachment-bracket 120 may include apertures for affixing the attachment-bracket 120 to the wall. The attachment-bracket 120 then be fastened to the attachment-surface 25 via screws, adhesives, etc. The attachment-bracket 120 may be adjustable to allow the attachment-bracket 120 to attach to any sized attachment-surface 25.

(19) FIGS. 3A-3B show front-side perspective views of the enclosure 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The foldable-board 130 may be attached about the front-side 112 of the enclosure-frame 110. As shown here, a board top-end may be attached to the left-side 118 and the right-side 116 of the enclosure-frame 110, at a board left-side 118 and board right-side 116 of the foldable-board 130. The board left-side 118 may be attached to the left-side 118 of the enclosure-frame 110 via a first swivel joint, and the board right-side 116 may be attached to the right-side 116 of the enclosure-frame 110 via a second swivel joint. The first swivel joint and the second swivel joint may aid in manipulation between a folded-state 136 and an unfolded state 138.

(20) As shown, the foldable-board 130 may include a second horizontal-length 132 and a board-periphery 134. The horizontal-length may be defined by the board top-end and a board bottom-end and may be manipulable between the folded-state 136 and the unfolded-state 138; the unfolded-state 138 including the second horizontal-length 132. Also shown here is the foldable-board 130 in the folded-state 136. The foldable-board 130 may be configured for storage within the storage-capacity 113 when in the folded-state 136.

(21) Referring now to FIGS. 4A-4B showing front-side perspective views of the enclosure 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. In on embodiment, the first horizontal-length 10 and the second horizontal-length 132 may be equal in length. In this embodiment, a board-width 131 of the foldable-board 130 in the unfolded-state 138 may be equal to a bed-width 30 of the bed 5. As shown, in this embodiment the enclosure may enclose the entire bed. The enclosure 100 may be sized to enclose different bed sizes, such as single, double, queen, king, etc. In another embodiment, the second horizontal-length 132 may be at least half of the first horizontal-length 10. Further, the board-width 131 of the foldable-board 130 in the unfolded-state 138 may be at least half of the bed-width 30 of the bed 5. In this embodiment, the enclosure 100 may enclose half of the bed 5. For example, the enclosure 100 in this embodiment may be used by one user 40 of the bed 5, whilst another user 40 is uncovered.

(22) The canopy 140 may be attached to the board-periphery 134 and include an enclosed-state and an open-state. The enclosed-state may be configured to substantially enclose the bed. Further to this, the canopy 140 may comprise vents 146 therein. The vents 146 may be particularly useful to allow air circulation and ventilation when the enclosure 100 is in use.

(23) FIG. 5 shows a front perspective view of the enclosure 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown, the foldable-board 130 may further include a power-supply 133. The power-supply 133 may be used to supply power to a plurality of electrical devices and appliances. The devices and appliances may be integrated into the foldable-board 130. For example, a fan 135 may be electrically-connected to the power-supply 133. The fan 135 may be utilized to aid in the air circulation and provide the user 40 with a comfortable sleep and breathability.

(24) The foldable-board 130 may include a top-surface 161 and a bottom-surface 162 relative to the bed. In the preferred embodiment, the foldable-board 130 may include an entertainment-center 137 electrically-connected to the power-supply 133. The entertainment-center 137 may be located on the bottom-surface of the bed such that the user 40 may be able to view the devices within the entertainment-center when the enclosure 100 is in use. The entertainment-center 137 may include at least one speaker 139. Further, the entertainment-center 137 may include lighting means such as LED lights. In other embodiments, the entertainment-center 137 may include an electronic-display such as a computer, television, tablet, etc.

(25) Referring now to FIG. 6 showing a flow diagram illustrating a method of using an enclosure 600, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated, the method of using an enclosure 600 may include the steps of: step one 601, providing the enclosure 100 as above; step two 602, attaching the enclosure to the attachment-surface 25 of the bed via the attachment-bracket 120; step three 603, unfolding the foldable-board 130 into the unfolded-state 138; step four 604, getting into the bed 5; and step five 605, releasing the canopy 140 into the enclosed-state 142.

(26) It should be noted that the steps described in the method of use can be carried out in many different orders according to user preference. The use of step of should not be interpreted as step for, in the claims herein and is not intended to invoke the provisions of 35 U.S.C. 112(f). It should also be noted that, under appropriate circumstances, considering such issues as design preference, user preferences, marketing preferences, cost, structural requirements, available materials, technological advances, etc., other methods for using/installing enclosure 100 (e.g., different step orders within above-mentioned list, elimination or addition of certain steps, including or excluding certain maintenance steps, etc.), are taught herein.

(27) The embodiments of the invention described herein are exemplary and numerous modifications, variations and rearrangements can be readily envisioned to achieve substantially equivalent results, all of which are intended to be embraced within the spirit and scope of the invention. Further, the purpose of the foregoing abstract is to enable the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally, and especially the scientist, engineers and practitioners in the art who are not familiar with patent or legal terms or phraseology, to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and essence of the technical disclosure of the application.