Multi-position automated convertible vberth for marine vessels

a marine vessel and automatic technology, applied in the field of marine vessel cabins, can solve the problems of inability to address the inventive subject matter herein, inconvenient conversion, laborious, cumbersome, etc., and achieve the effect of convenient conversion, efficient mechanical and electrical design, and easy conversion

Inactive Publication Date: 2016-08-11
BOSTON WHALER
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[0018]It is another object of the present invention to accomplish the multiple position, automatic convertible V-berth seating, sleeping and dining system configurations with an operationally efficient and cost effective mechanical and electrical design.
[0019]It is another object of the present invention to provide a completely automated convertible berth configuration system which easily converts from a V-berth arrangement to an island bed arrangement and eliminates the need for manual operation or accessory furniture pieces.

Problems solved by technology

However, many conventional berths require an operator to manually remove and reposition bed, support, table and / or furniture pieces, as well as store these units.
This proves to be laborious, cumbersome, inefficient and frustrating, especially when required on a daily basis.
Other conventional designs include power operated devices which control movement of certain pieces or units to aid in different elevations or configurations, however, none address the inventive subject matter herein.
A further problem is that berths do not provide both a fixed island bed and a V-berth within the same interior section of the boat.
Although prior designs have sought to improve the features, ergonomics and utility of V-berth and alternative bed / berth configurations and furniture, and may include certain power operated components to assist with movement or operation, these designs have failed to adequately maximize space, convertibility, or automation, and do not address or solve the problems mentioned above.
However, this reference does not describe specifics or particular means of accomplishing these options.
While these designs provide some optional features and units for convertible configurations for berths, dinettes and beds, they require particular structural mechanisms that are relatively limited in purpose and application, and do not address the need for an automated convertible bed of multiple configurations, which also accommodates seating and entertainment needs.

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[0033]With reference to FIG. 1A, shown is a perspective view of the multiple position automated and convertible V-berth system 10 of the present invention in an opened configuration. The v-berth system includes a left bunk section 12 and a right bunk section 13 which form a V-shaped configuration toward the center hub 11. In some embodiments, the V-berth system is designed within the bow area of the vessel, such that the left and right sections 12 and 13 converge toward the center hub 11. Also shown are bunk section bases 112 and 113 which form the support structure for the respective bunk section 112 and 113. In some embodiments, each bunk section base 112 and 113 includes an elongated slot 19 that is configured to contain retractable table 14 when the system is operated. As such, disposed between the left and right sections 12 and 14 is a retractable table 14. Table 14 is supported by a telescoping support column 15. It can be seen that in this open configuration occupants can be ...

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Abstract

A multiple position automated convertible V-berth system for marine vessels having a pair of independent bunks sections, and guide mechanisms for controlling the physical movement of the bunks from one configuration to another. Included is automatic actuation and electronic controls for activating movement of the bunks from one configuration to another in conjunction with the guide mechanism. The multiple position automated convertible V-berth system is convertible between a V-berth configuration and an island bed configuration, eliminates manual operation, and includes automatic deployment and retraction of a table.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 114,960, filed on Feb. 11, 2015.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]N / ABACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]1. Field of the Invention[0004]The present invention generally relates to cabins for marine vessels and more particularly to an automated and convertible V-berth having multiple positions and features.[0005]2. Description of Related Art[0006]Marine vessel and watercraft designs have included a variety of cabin eating, seating, and sleeping arrangements and designs for the boaters. Specifically, there are many different designs for master and quest berths pleasure crafts, luxury sport boats and yachts. Many berths provide the user with a V-berth as known in the industry, which commonly includes two separated sections of sleep beds, cushions or couches in a “V” configuration, and an open central area for accommodating individuals in...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): B63B29/10B63B29/04
CPCB63B29/10B63B2029/043B63B29/04
Inventor FOSS, CHARLES DEANROBINSON, MARK EUGENE
Owner BOSTON WHALER
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