Content delivery system with modular travel station

Abstract

A self-contained, modular, child-oriented travel center or travel kit is provided that includes a docking station having a portable table with a base having a recessed center and configured to sit sturdily around a child's lap, at least one insert configured to fit within the recessed center of the base, the insert configured to provide a child with an activity and being releasably connected to the base, and at least one slot formed in the base and configured to secure the base to a strap for a seat, lap restraint or tray. The modular inserts are configured as modular containers and the base has a plurality of recesses, each recess configured to removably and securely receive a modular container.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 964,544 filed Jan. 9, 2014 and U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 986,616 filed Apr. 30, 2014, which applications are incorporated by reference herein in their entireties.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present disclosure is directed to content delivery systems, preferably of juvenile products and, more particularly, to a multi-purpose, modular, child-oriented, portable storage, entertainment, and educational docking and work station.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Everyday 128 million commuters spend a larger percentage of their commute time on family and personal business, and a lesser percentage of their time on school and church related commuting. The majority of families have no stay-at-home parent. People juggle work and family, struggling to meet their child needs, and hopefully-offer enrichment in the lives of their children. Pare...

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Benefits of technology

The present patent describes a content delivery system that uses a portable table-top tray that can be attached to car seats, strollers, and high chairs. The tray can also be used as a standalone work station for children. The tray is designed to hold interchangeable modular activity inserts that are filled with age-appropriate education, art, and entertainment kits, as well as food containers and electronic tablets. This allows parents to have one-stop solution for their children's needs while on-the-go. The modular inserts can be purchased as a one-off, licensed, or regularly updated through an online consumer interface that automatically customizes inserts based upon a child's age, aptitudes, interests, and nutritional needs. The present invention provides a high-quality, easy-to-use, and convenient solution to the challenges of a fast-paced lifestyle on children.

Problems solved by technology

Others feel they are often unsafe while driving as they are distracted from the road and trying to address children's demands at same time.

Children are also exposed to the dangers of projectiles impacting them in an auto environment.

Yet others experience guilt feels over the amount of time their children are forced to spend traveling in vehicles.

A substantial number of parents and care givers find it difficult to meet a child's needs in the car.

The on-the-road and travel environment makes it very challenging to provide both nutritious and enriching activities and to help children with a psychological sense of belonging.

Although there have been many attempts to reduce the stress and preparation necessary to travel with children, these solutions have all failed to engage children of a variety of ages for a variety of activities.

However, they provide few, if any, accessories or activities with limited flexibility.

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