An ultrathin external driving multi-partition angle self-adaptive intelligent sleep-aiding pillow and a regulating method

Abstract

An ultrathin external driving multi-partition angle adaptive intelligent sleep-aiding pillow and a regulating method. The existing intelligent pillow can only be lifted as a whole and cannot be partitioned and adjusted in angle, cannot fully fit the head and neck by adapting to different head shapes, and lacks cervical vertebrae correction support. The present application comprises a base, a neck support framework, a head support framework, a lifting driving mechanism and a compensation assembly. The head support framework is configured with two groups of independent external lifting mechanisms, relies on the cooperation of the rollers and the sliding grooves to form a stroke compensation structure, can independently complete the fine adjustment of the head support height and the inclination angle, the neck support framework is synchronously matched with an independent driving unit, can independently adjust the neck support height, adopts partition cooperation to adapt to various head shapes and short-necked people, realizes large-area fitting support of the head and neck, and assists in correcting the cervical and lumbar curvature. All driving components are arranged on the outside of the pillow area, realizing the ultrathin of the pillow area, can be directly sleeved with various pillow utensils used by users in daily life, can be adapted to the rotation use of multiple people in a family, and has a wide range of applications.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of cervical spine rehabilitation and care, specifically to an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow and its adjustment method. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the number of people suffering from neck discomfort and poor sleep quality is increasing year by year, and consumer demand for adjustable smart pillows is also rising annually. However, existing adaptive smart pillows on the market still have the following problems.

[0003] First, the pillow's support structure is simply designed, allowing only overall height adjustment and not zoned adjustment of the pillow's tilt angle. Most smart pillows on the market have a fixed curved support plate, meaning only a small area at the back of the head receives support, leaving the upper neck unsupported. Prolonged use of this type of pillow can easily lead to neck pain, and the discomfort is even more pronounced for people with straightened cervical curvature or shorter necks. Due to structural limitations, the support curvature cannot be adjusted to suit different head shapes and circumferences, preventing large-area conformation to the head and neck, and offering no way to assist in correcting cervical or lumbar spine issues through support, thus rendering any rehabilitative effects virtually nonexistent.

[0004] Secondly, all the driving components are housed inside the pillow, making the pillow too thick and incompatible with users' usual pillows. Traditional smart pillows embed the motor, lead screw, airbag, and cylinder entirely within the pillow body. Due to the space occupied by these components, the base thickness remains high, causing the head to be raised too high when lying flat, which does not conform to a normal sleeping posture. Many users have long used buckwheat pillows, latex pillows, or old-fashioned cotton pillows and have developed fixed habits. However, current smart pillows are integrated products and cannot be fitted with their own pillow cores or pillowcases. Users can only replace their existing pillows, which has resulted in low acceptance.

[0005] Third, most sleep posture recognition systems use surface pressure sensors, which are greatly affected by the pillow filling, leading to inaccurate recognition. Existing products mostly place pressure sensing elements on the pillow surface or under the body, relying on pressure changes caused by the body pressing down to distinguish between supine and side-lying positions. In actual use, fillings such as buckwheat, cotton, and slow-rebound sponge have varying firmness, causing pressure to disperse after being buffered by the filling. This results in unstable sensor data collection, and thicker pillow cores can further obstruct pressure transmission, frequently leading to incorrect sleep posture recognition and pillow misalignment, rendering the adaptive function ineffective.

[0006] Fourth, the sleep aid functions of these products are limited, and most can only store parameters for a single user. Ordinary smart pillows can only adjust the height and record sleep data, and their sleep aids are limited to heat therapy or playing white noise, which cannot improve persistent insomnia caused by anxiety or neurasthenia. Moreover, the device can only store one set of usage parameters, so when a family takes turns using it, the height and angle must be manually adjusted every time someone else uses it, which is cumbersome and unsuitable for family use. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To address the problems of existing smart pillows that only offer overall height adjustment, cannot adjust angles in sections, cannot fully fit different head shapes to conform to the head and neck, and lack cervical spine correction support, this invention provides an ultra-thin externally driven multi-section angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow and its adjustment method.

[0008] The technical solution of this invention is:

[0009] An ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow includes a head support frame, a first head lifting mechanism, a second head lifting mechanism, and a base;

[0010] The base is the mounting base, and the head support frame, the first head lifting mechanism and the second head lifting mechanism constitute the head adjustment mechanism. The first head lifting mechanism and the second head lifting mechanism are respectively installed on the base, and the first head lifting mechanism and the second head lifting mechanism are respectively connected to the head support frame.

[0011] The upper surface of the head support frame includes a first head support surface and a second head support surface. The first head support surface on the head support frame is slidably connected to a first head lifting mechanism, and the second head support surface on the head support frame is rotatably connected to a second head lifting mechanism. The first head lifting mechanism and the second head lifting mechanism cooperate to adjust the height and tilt angle of the head support frame, so that the first head support surface and the second head support surface on the head support frame can work together to adapt and support each other.

[0012] Furthermore, the head support frame is fixedly installed with sliding grooves at both ends, and rotating shafts are respectively provided on both sides of the sliding grooves near the second head support surface. The first head lifting mechanism is equipped with rollers, and the rollers slide and roll along the direction of the sliding grooves. When the sliding grooves form an angle adjustment structure through sliding connection, the length compensation structure of the head support frame is formed.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a neck support frame and a neck lifting mechanism, wherein the neck lifting mechanism, the first head lifting mechanism and the second head lifting mechanism are driven by cylinders or airbags.

[0014] The bottom of the neck lifting mechanism is connected to the base, and a neck support frame is installed between the neck lifting mechanisms. The neck lifting mechanism adjusts the lifting height of the neck support frame. The neck support frame is set on the side of the head support frame near the second head support surface, and the neck support frame and the head support frame are independent structures.

[0015] Furthermore, when the cylinder is driven;

[0016] The neck lifting mechanism includes a neck lifting cylinder and a neck lifting frame. The neck lifting cylinder is connected to the neck lifting frame via a bushing or screws, and the neck lifting frame is fixedly connected to the neck support frame.

[0017] The first head lifting mechanism includes a first head lifting cylinder and a first head lifting frame. The first head lifting cylinder is connected to the first head lifting frame via a bushing or screw, and the first head lifting frame is connected to a roller.

[0018] The second head lifting mechanism includes a second head lifting cylinder and a second head lifting frame. The second head lifting cylinder is fixedly connected to the second head lifting frame by a bushing or screw, and the second head lifting frame is connected to a rotating shaft.

[0019] Furthermore, when the airbag is activated:

[0020] The neck lifting mechanism, the first head lifting mechanism, and the second head lifting mechanism include an airbag, a guide shaft, and a guide sleeve. The airbag includes a neck airbag, a first head airbag, and a second head airbag. The neck airbag of the neck lifting mechanism is disposed between the neck support frame and the base, and the neck support frame is raised or lowered through the neck airbag.

[0021] The first and second head airbags on the head adjustment mechanism are respectively set between the head support frame and the base. The bottoms of the first and second head airbags are fixed on the base, and the tops are connected to the bottom of the head support frame to adjust the angle and lifting height of the head support frame.

[0022] The guide shaft is inserted into the guide sleeve, and the top end of the guide shaft is connected to the lifting frame through a bushing or screw. The guide shaft and the guide sleeve constitute the guide support structure of the head support frame and the neck support frame.

[0023] Furthermore, the neck support frame and the head support frame form a rigid support frame, and a pillowcase can be directly fitted onto the outside of the rigid support frame. The pillowcase can be a buckwheat pillow, a memory foam pillow, a slow rebound cotton pillow, or a fabric pillow.

[0024] The neck support frame has a sleeping posture detection sensor mounting area, which is located on the side of the neck support frame or the side of the head adjustment mechanism. A sleeping posture detection sensing component is mounted on the sleeping posture detection sensor mounting area, and the sleeping posture detection sensing component includes a set of non-contact detection sensors.

[0025] The non-contact detection sensor is a radar sensor or a capacitive sensor.

[0026] Furthermore, it also includes the main control storage module;

[0027] The main control storage module is installed on the base and has a built-in multi-user data storage unit. The main control storage module is electrically connected to multiple sets of drive actuators and sleeping posture detection sensor components for adaptive adjustment of sleeping posture and parameter adaptation.

[0028] Furthermore, it also includes a voice interaction module and a wireless APP communication module;

[0029] The voice interaction module is electrically connected to the main control storage module and is used to receive voice commands for height adjustment, angle modification, parameter saving, and function start / stop. The wireless APP communication module connects to the mobile terminal, supports the input of multiple user sleep parameters and custom height and angle thresholds on the mobile phone, and allows users to store, retrieve, and modify their own exclusive usage parameters at any time.

[0030] Furthermore, it also includes multifunctional sleep aid components;

[0031] The multifunctional sleep aid component integrates a CES transcranial microcurrent sleep aid submodule, a VNS vagus nerve regulation submodule, an audio sleep aid submodule, and a constant temperature regulation submodule, and the CES transcranial microcurrent sleep aid submodule, the VNS vagus nerve regulation submodule, the audio sleep aid submodule, and the constant temperature regulation submodule are electrically connected to the main control storage module.

[0032] Furthermore, the adjustment method of the ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow, when using cylinder drive, includes the following steps:

[0033] Step 1: Real-time body posture detection:

[0034] When a person lies on the matching pillow, the sleeping posture detection sensor components fixed on the installation area of ​​the sleeping posture detection sensor form a side sensor array. Through the non-contact detection characteristics, it penetrates the pillow core and continuously collects data on the posture, position and coverage of the human shoulder, and transmits the collected detection signals to the main control storage module in real time.

[0035] Step Two: Posture and Body Type Determination

[0036] The main control storage module receives the detection signals transmitted by the sleeping posture detection sensor component. Based on the number and distribution range of the effective detection points of the sensor array, it distinguishes whether the user is currently in a supine or lateral position. At the same time, it calculates the user's shoulder width and body shape parameters by combining the detection range, and completes the recognition of posture and body shape information.

[0037] Step 3: Retrieve preset parameters:

[0038] Based on the identified user's sleeping posture and shoulder width and body shape information, the main control storage module retrieves the user's pre-saved neck support height parameters and head support skeleton tilt angle and height parameters from the internal multi-user data storage unit.

[0039] Step 4: Issue control commands to the partitions:

[0040] The main control storage module converts the retrieved parameters into control signals and sends them to multiple sets of drive actuators.

[0041] The cylinders on the neck lifting mechanism, the first head lifting mechanism, and the second head lifting mechanism are in operation;

[0042] Step 5: Independent adjustment of neck height:

[0043] After receiving the control signal, the neck lifting cylinder in the neck lifting mechanism performs the telescopic action, and drives the neck lifting frame to rise and fall synchronously through the bushing or screw. The neck lifting frame further drives the neck support frame fixedly connected to it to complete the height adjustment, so that the neck support frame reaches the preset support height.

[0044] Step Six: Coordinated Adjustment of Head Angle

[0045] The first and second head lifting cylinders receive control signals and act synchronously.

[0046] The second head lifting cylinder drives the second head lifting frame to operate, and the second head lifting frame drives one end of the head support frame to rotate and lift via a rotating shaft.

[0047] At the same time, the first head lifting cylinder drives the first head lifting frame to move, and the first head lifting frame drives the roller to slide inside the slide groove. By using the length compensation structure formed by the slider and the slide groove to adapt to the stroke difference caused by the angle change, the lifting cylinder of the first head lifting mechanism and the lifting cylinder of the second head lifting mechanism work together to complete the fine adjustment of the overall tilt angle of the head support frame, so that the first head support surface and the second head support surface are simultaneously adjusted to the preset tilt state.

[0048] Step 7: Full-area fit and support:

[0049] After the neck support frame completes height positioning and the head support frame completes angle and height positioning, the neck support frame and the head support frame work together to form a support shape that matches the contour of the human head and neck. The neck support frame supports the human neck, and the first and second head support surfaces of the head support frame support the human head, achieving full-area fitting support for the human head and neck, and completing the entire adaptive adjustment process.

[0050] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0051] This invention employs an independent zoned support structure for the neck and head, coupled with multiple external drive mechanisms, allowing for separate height and tilt angle adjustments to the neck and head support frames, overcoming the limitation of traditional smart pillows that only allow for overall height adjustment. Through a length compensation structure composed of sliders and grooves, the head support surface can be finely adjusted at multiple angles, fully adapting to the body shapes of different individuals, such as those with round heads, large backs of heads, or short necks. This ensures comprehensive support for the back of the head, upper neck muscles, and bones, solving the problems of single-point support and neck strain associated with traditional pillows. During normal use, the reasonable support shape can help improve the straightening of the cervical spine curvature. In the lying position, it also supports the lower back, assisting in the correction of lumbar curvature, thus serving a dual purpose of daily use and postural rehabilitation.

[0052] This invention arranges all drive actuators on the outside of the pillow area, avoiding the need to embed power components such as motors, cylinders, and lead screws inside the pillow body. This effectively prevents the pillow body from becoming too thick when installed internally, achieving an ultra-thin pillow area and allowing the head to be in a comfortable sleeping position. The neck support frame and head support frame form an integrated ultra-thin rigid frame, which can be directly fitted with various commonly used pillows and cushions such as buckwheat pillows, latex pillows, memory foam pillows, and ordinary fabric pillows, without the need to replace existing personal pillows.

[0053] This invention features a non-contact sensor array on the side of the cervical support frame. The detection signals can penetrate pillow cores of different materials and thicknesses. The number of effective detection points distinguishes between supine and lateral sleeping postures and identifies the user's shoulder width and body type. The device includes a multi-user data storage unit that can store the height and angle parameters corresponding to the supine and lateral sleeping positions for multiple users. Family members can directly retrieve the corresponding parameters without repeated manual adjustments. It also integrates multiple sleep-aiding functions such as transcranial microcurrent, vagus nerve modulation, audio playback, and constant temperature heat therapy. It can improve intractable insomnia caused by anxiety and neurasthenia through neuroelectric intervention, and can also soothe the mind and body through sound and heat therapy. The diverse sleep-aiding methods can meet the sleep needs of different groups. Attached Figure Description

[0054] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention;

[0055] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure when the first and second head lifting mechanisms are not installed on one side;

[0056] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism when it is driven by an airbag;

[0057] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the base with the neck lifting mechanism, the first head lifting mechanism and the second head lifting mechanism respectively;

[0058] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the head support skeleton;

[0059] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the head adjustment mechanism when the first head lifting mechanism and the second head lifting mechanism are combined.

[0060] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the pillow when the present invention is installed;

[0061] In the diagram: 1. Neck support frame, 2. Head support frame, 4. Base, 5. Slide groove, 6. Rotary shaft, 7. Roller, 8. Bushing or screw, 9. Sleep posture detection sensor mounting area, 10. Sleep posture detection sensor component, 11. Main control storage module, 12. Multifunctional sleep aid component, 13. Voice interaction module, 14. Wireless APP communication module.

[0062] 21. First head support surface; 22. Second head support surface;

[0063] 31. Neck lifting mechanism; 32. First head lifting mechanism; 33. Second head lifting mechanism;

[0064] B1-1, Neck lifting cylinder; B1-2, Neck lifting frame;

[0065] B2-1, First head lifting cylinder; B2-2, First head lifting frame;

[0066] B3-1, Second head lifting cylinder; B3-2, Second head lifting frame;

[0067] A1. Neck airbag; A2. First head airbag; A3. Second head airbag; A4. Guide shaft; A5. Guide sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0068] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Specific implementation method one:

[0070] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow, which includes a neck support frame 1, a head support frame 2, a first head lifting mechanism 32, a second head lifting mechanism 33, and a base 4.

[0071] The base 4 serves as the mounting base for the overall structure. The first head lifting mechanism 32 and the second head lifting mechanism 33 are respectively mounted on the base 4, and the first head lifting mechanism 32 and the second head lifting mechanism 33 are respectively connected to the head support frame 2 to form a head adjustment mechanism. When the head adjustment mechanism is used directly without the neck lifting mechanism 31, it can be used by people with shorter necks.

[0072] The head support frame 2 is divided into a first head support surface 21 and a second head support surface 22. The two ends of the neck support frame 1 are fixedly connected to the neck lifting mechanism 31. The first head support surface 21 of the head support frame 2 and the first head lifting mechanism 32 are slidably connected. The second head support surface 22 of the head support frame 2 and the second head lifting mechanism 33 are rotatably connected.

[0073] The first head lifting mechanism 32 and the second head lifting mechanism 33 cooperate to adjust the tilt angle and height of the head support frame 2. The neck support surface of the neck support frame 1, the first head support surface 21 and the second head support surface 22 of the head support frame 2 cooperate with each other to complete the support operation.

[0074] The first head lifting mechanism 32 has a slider 7 on its first head lifting frame B2-2. The slider 7 rolls with the groove 5 of the head support frame 2, and the two together form a length compensation structure for the head support frame 2 during angle adjustment. This structure allows for multi-angle and height adjustments to the head support surface, ensuring full fit and support for the back of the head, upper neck muscles and bones. This helps correct straightening of the cervical spine curvature and, when combined with a supine posture, supports the lower back, thus aiding in the correction of lumbar curvature.

[0075] The neck lifting mechanism 31, the first head lifting mechanism 32, and the second head lifting mechanism 33 can independently lift and adjust the first head support surface 21 and the second head support surface 22 of the neck support frame 1 and the head support frame 2, so as to achieve differentiated and precise adaptation of the head and neck support height and tilt angle.

[0076] The neck support frame 1 and the head support frame 2 combine to form a rigid support frame. A pillowcase can be directly fitted over the rigid support frame, suitable for common pillows such as buckwheat pillows, memory foam pillows, and ordinary fabric pillowcases. A groove is provided at the bottom of the pillowcase for installing and fixing the rigid support frame.

[0077] The rigid support frame used in this application has an ultra-thin structure that can be directly attached to the outside of the user's daily pillow or memory foam pad without the need for a special pillow core, thus adapting to the personalized pillow usage habits of different users. Specific Implementation Method Two:

[0079] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow. The head support frame 2 has slide grooves 5 fixedly installed at both ends. A rotating shaft 6 is installed in the slide groove 5 near the second head support surface 22. Rollers 7 are installed inside the slide groove 5 and can slide along the direction of the slide groove 5.

[0080] The roller 7 and the slide groove 5 form a sliding connection structure, which serves as a length compensation structure for the support plate during angle adjustment. During operation, this structure can compensate for the support stroke length of the support plate in real time, avoiding problems such as support gaps, structural misalignment, and head and neck suspension during angle adjustment, ensuring that the head support surface is intact and flat, and achieving full-area fitting support.

[0081] This structure can adapt to the multi-angle support needs of different users such as those with round head shapes, large back of the head, and short necks, effectively solving the problem of traditional pillows relying on a single point of force on the back of the head, causing the upper part of the neck to be unsupported and resulting in neck fatigue after use. Specific implementation method three:

[0083] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow. The neck lifting mechanism 31 consists of a neck lifting cylinder B1-1 and a neck lifting frame B1-2. The neck lifting cylinder B1-1 is connected to the neck lifting frame B1-2 through a bushing or threaded structure 8. The neck lifting frame B1-2 is fixedly connected to the neck support frame 1.

[0084] The first head lifting mechanism 32 consists of a first head lifting cylinder B2-1 and a first head lifting frame B2-2. The first head lifting cylinder B2-1 is connected to the first head lifting frame B2-2 through a bushing or threaded structure 8. The first head lifting frame B2-2 is assembled with rollers 7.

[0085] The second head lifting mechanism 33 consists of a second head lifting cylinder B3-1 and a second head lifting frame B3-2. The second head lifting cylinder B3-1 is fixedly connected to the second head lifting frame B3-2 through a bushing or threaded structure 8. The second head lifting frame B3-2 is connected to the rotating shaft 6.

[0086] The drive actuator can utilize a silent electric cylinder, a miniature cylinder, a precision lead screw, or a pneumatic transmission structure. All drive components are uniformly arranged on the outer side of the pillow's effective support area, eliminating the thickness issue associated with installing power components inside the pillow area and achieving an ultra-thin pillow design. Each drive actuator is equipped with a position sensor or encoder, allowing real-time data collection on lifting stroke and tilt angle during operation, forming a closed-loop control system. The system accurately records the optimal support height and tilt angle for each user in supine and side-lying positions, ensuring consistent position and accuracy in every adaptive adjustment. Specific implementation method four:

[0088] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow. The neck lifting frame B1-2, the first head lifting frame B2-2, and the second head lifting frame B3-2 have identical structures. Inside each driving mechanism, the telescopic end of the lifting cylinder is set in the groove of the corresponding lifting frame.

[0089] The neck lifting frame B1-2, the first head lifting frame B2-2, and the second head lifting frame B3-2 each correspond to a set of independent external drive mechanisms. During operation, the lifting stroke and tilt angle data are collected in real time. Relying on the closed-loop control mode, the optimal height and angle parameters for different users in supine and lateral positions are accurately stored and reproduced to ensure the accuracy of adaptive adjustment and operational stability. Specific implementation method five:

[0091] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven, multi-zone angle-adaptive smart sleep aid pillow, wherein the airbag is driven as follows:

[0092] The neck lifting mechanism 31, the first head lifting mechanism 32, and the second head lifting mechanism 33 include an airbag, a guide shaft A4, and a guide sleeve A5, wherein the airbag includes a neck airbag A1, a first head airbag A2, and a second head airbag A3.

[0093] The neck airbag A1 of the neck lifting mechanism 31 is disposed between the neck support frame 1 and the base 4, and the neck support frame 1 is raised and lowered through the neck airbag A1.

[0094] The first head airbag A2 and the second head airbag A3 on the head adjustment mechanism are respectively arranged between the head support frame 2 and the base 4; the bottom of the first head airbag A2 and the second head airbag A3 are fixedly installed on the base 4, and the top of the airbag is connected and fixed to the bottom of the head support frame 2.

[0095] The guide shaft A4 is inserted into the guide sleeve A5. The top end of the guide shaft A4 is connected to the lifting frame through the bushing or screw 8. The guide shaft A4 and the guide sleeve A5 cooperate with each other to form the guide support structure for the lifting and lowering movement of the head support frame 2 and the neck support frame 1.

[0096] During the inflation and deflation of each airbag to achieve the lifting and lowering action, the guide shaft A4 slides vertically along the inner cavity of the guide sleeve A5, thereby constraining the airbag to extend and retract only in the vertical direction, preventing the neck support frame 1 and the head support frame 2 from shifting in the horizontal direction, and ensuring smooth operation during the multi-zone angle adjustment process. Specific implementation method six:

[0098] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow, which also includes a sleep posture detection sensor installation area 9. The sleep posture detection sensor installation area 9 is equipped with a sleep posture detection sensor component, which is installed between two neck lifting frames B1-2. The sleep posture detection sensor component 10 is installed on the side of the neck support frame 1, the side of the second head support surface, or the side of the base. The sleep posture detection sensor component 10 consists of multiple sets of non-contact detection sensors, which are arranged on the side of the sleep posture detection sensor installation area 9.

[0099] The aforementioned non-contact detection sensors utilize either radar or capacitive sensors. When the user lies supine, the shoulders completely cover the sensor detection area, allowing multiple sensors to simultaneously perform effective detection. The device automatically identifies the user's shoulder width and matches it to preset comfortable supine height and angle parameters within the system. When the user lies on their side, the longitudinal coverage area of ​​the shoulders decreases, and only a few sensors can perform effective detection. The main control module accurately determines the user's side-lying posture based on the number of effective detection points and automatically switches to the side-lying-specific support parameters. The device also supports manual input of shoulder and body width data, and users can customize the height and angle parameters for supine and side-lying positions for personalized settings. Specific implementation method seven:

[0101] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven, multi-zone angle-adaptive smart sleep aid pillow, which also includes a main control storage module 11 mounted on a base 4. The main control storage module 11 internally houses a multi-user data storage unit and is electrically connected to multiple sets of drive actuators and sleep posture detection sensor components 10, respectively, for performing sleep posture recognition, adaptive adjustment, and multi-user parameter matching. Detailed implementation method eight:

[0103] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin, externally driven, multi-zone angle-adaptive smart sleep aid pillow. The device includes a voice interaction module 13 and a wireless APP communication module 14. The voice interaction module 13 is electrically connected to the main control storage module 11 and can receive voice commands from the user for height adjustment, angle modification, parameter saving, and function start / stop. The wireless APP communication module 14 can establish a communication connection with a mobile device, allowing users to input multiple sets of sleep parameters via their mobile phones, customize height and angle thresholds, and save, retrieve, and modify their own usage parameters stored in the device at any time.

[0104] The voice interaction module 13 can receive voice commands from users in real time, such as height adjustment, angle adjustment, parameter storage, and working mode switching. The wireless APP communication module 14 is used in conjunction with a mobile terminal to realize multi-user sleep parameter input, custom height and angle thresholds, and supports the modification, storage, and switching of exclusive parameters. Specific implementation method nine:

[0106] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin, externally driven, multi-zone angle-adaptive smart sleep aid pillow, which also includes a multifunctional sleep aid component 12. The multifunctional sleep aid component 12 integrates a CES transcranial microcurrent sleep aid submodule, a VNS vagus nerve regulation submodule, an audio sleep aid submodule, and a constant temperature regulation submodule. The CES transcranial microcurrent sleep aid submodule, the VNS vagus nerve regulation submodule, the audio sleep aid submodule, and the constant temperature regulation submodule are all electrically connected to the main control and storage module 11.

[0107] The CES transcranial microcurrent sleep aid submodule works in conjunction with the main control and storage module 11 to output low-frequency microcurrents, regulating brain nerve states and alleviating insomnia caused by mental tension and anxiety. The VNS vagus nerve regulation submodule regulates the body's autonomic nerve rhythm through nerve electrical stimulation, deepening sleep and improving various sleep disorders caused by neurasthenia and anxiety. The audio sleep aid submodule has built-in audio resources such as white noise, lullabies, and soothing sleep-inducing music, which are played on demand under the control of the main control and storage module 11 to help users fall asleep. The constant temperature control submodule can adjust the temperature and provide constant temperature heat to the head and neck support area for a soothing and relaxing effect.

[0108] The neck support frame 1 has a surface that supports the neck; the head support frame 2 has a first head support surface 21 and a second head support surface 22, which support the head. The neck support frame 1 and the head support frame 2 are independent of each other and there is no connecting structure between them. One side of the head support frame 2 is rotatably connected to the second head lifting mechanism 33, and the other side is engaged with the roller 7 on the first head lifting mechanism 32. The roller 7 can slide inside the groove 5.

[0109] The length compensation structure, consisting of roller 7 and slide 5, automatically compensates for the travel length of the support plate when the head support frame 2 is finely adjusted in angle, ensuring that the support surface fully conforms to the human body. This structure allows for multi-angle head tilt adjustment, adapting to the needs of people with different head shapes and short necks, achieving comprehensive support for the back of the head and upper neck. The neck support frame 1 can independently perform neck support operations, adapting to users with different neck lengths.

[0110] All multiple drive actuators are arranged on the outside of the pillow area. The cylinder body can be an electric cylinder, an air bladder, a pneumatic cylinder, a lead screw, or other structures. The external layout completely solves the problem of the pillow body being too thick caused by the traditional built-in drive structure. When an air bladder is selected, it can also be placed on the inside of the pillow area. The air pump is on the outside of the pillow area to achieve an ultra-thin design. The external frame can be directly used with the user's own pillow or pillowcase, making it more practical.

[0111] The sleeping posture detection sensor component 10 uses a side-mounted radar sensor or capacitive sensor array. The detection signal can penetrate pillow cores of different materials such as memory foam, slow rebound foam, and buckwheat hulls, and stably detect the coverage area of ​​the human shoulder. When the user is lying on their back, multiple sets of sensors detect simultaneously and effectively, and the device identifies body shape parameters such as shoulder width. When the user is lying on their side, only a few sensors detect the human shoulder. The system distinguishes sleeping postures by the number of effective points. The recognition result is not affected by the pillow core material, and the operation is stable and reliable.

[0112] The main control storage module 11 is equipped with a multi-user data storage unit, which can store the support height and angle parameters of multiple users in supine and lateral positions for a long time, and supports one-click retrieval. In conjunction with the voice interaction module 13 and the wireless APP communication module 14, it can realize on-site voice adjustment of parameters, remote setting of parameters on mobile devices, and management of switching between multiple sets of parameters. Specific Implementation Method Ten:

[0114] Combination Figure 1 — Figure 7 This embodiment describes an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow and its adjustment method, which includes the following steps:

[0115] Step 1: Real-time body posture detection:

[0116] When a person lies on the matching pillow, the sleeping posture detection sensor component 10 fixed to the side of the neck support surface forms a side sensor array. Through the non-contact detection characteristics, it penetrates the pillow core and continuously collects data on the posture, position and coverage of the human shoulder, and transmits the collected detection signals to the main control storage module 11 in real time.

[0117] Step Two: Posture and Body Type Determination

[0118] The main control storage module 11 receives the detection signal transmitted by the sleeping posture detection sensor component 10. Based on the number and distribution range of the effective detection points of the sensor array, it distinguishes whether the user is currently in a supine or lateral position. At the same time, it calculates the user's shoulder width and body shape parameters by combining the detection range, and completes the recognition of posture and body shape information.

[0119] Step 3: Retrieve preset parameters:

[0120] The main control storage module 11 retrieves the neck support height parameters and head support skeleton tilt angle parameters that the user has saved in advance from the internal multi-user data storage unit based on the identified user sleeping posture and shoulder width body type information.

[0121] Step 4: Issue control commands to the partitions:

[0122] The main control storage module 11 converts the retrieved parameters into control signals and sends them to the neck lifting mechanism 31, the first head lifting mechanism 32 and the second head lifting mechanism 33 in the multiple sets of drive actuators 3 respectively.

[0123] Step 5: Independent adjustment of neck height:

[0124] After receiving the control signal, the neck lifting cylinder B1-1 in the neck lifting mechanism 31 performs the telescopic action, and drives the neck lifting frame B1-2 to lift synchronously through the bushing or threaded structure 8. The neck lifting frame B1-2 further drives the neck support frame 1 fixedly connected to it to complete the height adjustment, so that the neck support frame 1 reaches the preset support height.

[0125] Step Six: Coordinated Adjustment of Head Angle

[0126] The first head lifting cylinder B2-1 in the first head lifting mechanism 32 and the second head lifting cylinder B3-1 in the second head lifting mechanism 33 synchronously receive control signals and act.

[0127] The second head lifting cylinder B3-1 drives the second head lifting frame B3-2 to operate through the bushing or threaded structure 8. The second head lifting frame B3-2 drives one end of the head support frame 2 to rotate through the rotating shaft 6.

[0128] At the same time, the first head lifting cylinder B2-1 drives the first head lifting frame B2-2 to move. The first head lifting frame B2-2 drives the slider 7 to slide inside the slide groove 5. By utilizing the length compensation structure formed by the slider 7 and the slide groove 5 to adapt to the stroke difference caused by the change in angle and height, the overall tilt angle and height of the head support frame 2 are finely adjusted under the coordinated cooperation of the first head lifting mechanism 32 and the second head lifting mechanism 33, so that the first head support surface 21 and the second head support surface 22 are simultaneously adjusted to the preset tilt and height state.

[0129] Step 7: Full-area fit and support:

[0130] After the neck support frame 1 completes height positioning and the head support frame 2 completes angle and height positioning, the neck support frame 1 and the head support frame 2 cooperate to form a support shape that matches the contour of the human head and neck. The neck support frame 1 supports the human neck, and the first head support surface 21 and the second head support surface 22 of the head support frame 2 support the human head, so as to achieve full-area fitting support for the human head and neck and complete the entire adaptive adjustment process.

[0131] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. Any simple modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made to the above embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention, based on the technical essence of the present invention and within the spirit and principles of the present invention, shall still fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An ultra-thin, externally driven, multi-zone angle-adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow, characterized in that, It includes a head support frame (2), a first head lifting mechanism (32), a second head lifting mechanism (33), and a base (4); The base (4) is the mounting base, and the head support frame (2), the first head lifting mechanism (32) and the second head lifting mechanism (33) constitute the head adjustment mechanism. The first head lifting mechanism (32) and the second head lifting mechanism (33) are respectively installed above the base (4), and the first head lifting mechanism (32) and the second head lifting mechanism (33) are respectively connected to the head support frame (2). The upper surface of the head support frame (2) includes a first head support surface (21) and a second head support surface (22). The first head support surface (21) on the head support frame (2) is slidably connected to the first head lifting mechanism (32). The second head support surface (22) on the head support frame (2) is rotatably connected to the second head lifting mechanism (33). The first head lifting mechanism (32) and the second head lifting mechanism (33) cooperate to adjust the height and tilt angle of the head support frame (2), so that the first head support surface (21) and the second head support surface (22) on the head support frame (2) can work together to adapt and support each other.

2. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 1, characterized in that, Includes a chute (5) and a roller (7). The head support frame (2) is fixedly installed with chute (5) at both ends. Rotating shafts (6) are respectively provided on both sides of the chute (5) near the second head support surface (22). The first head lifting mechanism (32) is equipped with a roller (7), and the roller (7) slides along the direction of the chute (5). The roller (7) forms a length compensation structure for the head support frame (2) when the chute (5) is slidably connected to form an angle adjustment.

3. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a neck support frame (1) and a neck lifting mechanism (31), wherein the neck lifting mechanism (31), the first head lifting mechanism (32) and the second head lifting mechanism (33) are driven by cylinders or airbags. The bottom of the neck lifting mechanism (31) is connected to the base (4), and a neck support frame (1) is installed between the neck lifting mechanisms (31). The neck lifting mechanism (31) adjusts the lifting height of the neck support frame (1). The neck support frame (1) is set on the side of the head support frame (2) close to the second head support surface (22), and the neck support frame (1) and the head support frame (2) are independent structures.

4. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the cylinder is driven; The neck lifting mechanism (31) includes a neck lifting cylinder (B1-1) and a neck lifting frame (B1-2). The neck lifting cylinder (B1-1) is connected to the neck lifting frame (B1-2) through a bushing or screw (8). The neck lifting frame (B1-2) is fixedly connected to the neck support frame (1). The first head lifting mechanism (32) includes a first head lifting cylinder (B2-1) and a first head lifting frame (B2-2). The first head lifting cylinder (B2-1) is connected to the first head lifting frame (B2-2) through a bushing or screw (8). The first head lifting frame (B2-2) is connected to a roller (7). The second head lifting mechanism (33) includes a second head lifting cylinder (B3-1) and a second head lifting frame (B3-2). The second head lifting cylinder (B3-1) is fixedly connected to the second head lifting frame (B3-2) through a bushing or screw (8). The second head lifting frame (B3-2) is connected to the rotating shaft (6).

5. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the airbag is activated: The neck lifting mechanism (31), the first head lifting mechanism (32), and the second head lifting mechanism (33) all include an airbag, a guide shaft (A4), and a guide sleeve (A5), wherein the airbag includes a neck airbag (A1), a first head airbag (A2), and a second head airbag (A3). The neck airbag (A1) of the neck lifting mechanism (31) is located between the neck support frame (1) and the base (4), and the neck support frame (1) is raised or lowered by the neck airbag (A1). The first head airbag (A2) and the second head airbag (A3) are respectively set between the head support frame (2) and the base (4). The bottom of the first head airbag (A2) and the second head airbag (A3) are fixed on the base (4), and the top of the first head airbag (A2) is connected to the bottom of the head support frame (2). The angle and lifting height of the head support frame (2) can be adjusted. The guide shaft (A4) is inserted into the guide sleeve (A5). The top end of the guide shaft (A4) is connected to the lifting frame through the bushing or screw (8). The guide shaft (A4) and the guide sleeve (A5) constitute the guide support structure of the head support frame (2) and the neck support frame (1).

6. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 1, characterized in that, The neck support frame (1) and the head support frame (2) form a rigid support frame, and a pillowcase can be directly fitted on the outside of the rigid support frame. The pillowcase is a buckwheat pillow, a memory foam pillow, a slow rebound cotton pillow, or a fabric pillow. The neck support frame (1) has a sleeping posture detection sensor mounting area (9), which is located on the side of the neck support frame (1) or the side of the head adjustment mechanism. A sleeping posture detection sensor assembly (10) is mounted on the sleeping posture detection sensor mounting area (9), which includes a set of non-contact detection sensors. The non-contact detection sensor is a radar sensor or a capacitive sensor.

7. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a main control storage module (11); The main control storage module (11) is installed on the base (4), and the main control storage module (11) has a built-in multi-user data storage unit. The main control storage module (11) is electrically connected to multiple sets of drive actuators (3) and sleeping posture detection sensor components (10) respectively, for sleeping posture adaptive adjustment and parameter adaptation.

8. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a voice interaction module (13) and a wireless APP communication module (14). The voice interaction module (13) is electrically connected to the main control storage module (11) and is used to receive voice commands for height adjustment, angle modification, parameter saving, and function start / stop. The wireless APP communication module (14) is connected to the mobile terminal and supports the input of multiple user sleep parameters and custom height and angle thresholds on the mobile phone. It can store, retrieve, and modify user-specific usage parameters at any time.

9. The ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive intelligent sleep aid pillow according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a multi-functional sleep aid component (12); The multifunctional sleep aid component (12) integrates a CES transcranial microcurrent sleep aid submodule, a VNS vagus nerve regulation submodule, an audio sleep aid submodule, and a constant temperature regulation submodule, and the CES transcranial microcurrent sleep aid submodule, the VNS vagus nerve regulation submodule, the audio sleep aid submodule, and the constant temperature regulation submodule are electrically connected to the main control storage module (11).

10. A method for adjusting an ultra-thin externally driven multi-zone angle adaptive smart sleep aid pillow as described in any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, When the method uses cylinder block drive, it includes the following steps: Step 1: Real-time body posture detection: When a person lies on the matching pillow, the sleeping posture detection sensor component (10) fixed on the sleeping posture detection sensor installation area (9) forms a side sensor array. Through non-contact detection characteristics, it penetrates the pillow core and continuously collects data on the posture, position and coverage of the human shoulder, and transmits the collected detection signals to the main control storage module (11) in real time. Step Two: Posture and Body Type Determination The main control storage module (11) receives the detection signal transmitted by the sleeping posture detection sensor component (10), and distinguishes whether the user is currently in a supine or lateral position according to the number and distribution range of effective detection points of the sensor array. At the same time, it calculates the user's shoulder width and body shape parameters based on the detection range, and completes the recognition of posture and body shape information. Step 3: Retrieve preset parameters: The main control storage module (11) retrieves the neck support height parameters, head support skeleton tilt angle and height parameters pre-saved by the user from the internal multi-user data storage unit based on the identified user sleeping posture and shoulder width body type information. Step 4: Issue control commands to the partitions: The main control storage module (11) converts the retrieved parameters into control signals and sends them to the cylinders on the neck lifting mechanism (31), the first head lifting mechanism (32), and the second head lifting mechanism (33) in the multiple sets of drive actuators to work. Step 5: Independent adjustment of neck height: After receiving the control signal, the neck lifting cylinder in the neck lifting mechanism (31) performs the telescopic action, and drives the neck lifting frame (B1-2) to lift synchronously through the bushing or screw (8). The neck lifting frame (B1-2) further drives the neck support frame (1) fixedly connected to it to complete the height adjustment, so that the neck support frame (1) reaches the preset support height. Step Six: Coordinated Adjustment of Head Angle The first head lifting cylinder (B2-1) and the second head lifting cylinder (B3-1) receive control signals and act synchronously; The second head lifting cylinder (B3-1) drives the second head lifting frame (B3-2) to operate. The second head lifting frame (B3-2) drives one end of the head support frame (2) to rotate and lift via the rotating shaft (6). At the same time, the first head lifting cylinder (B2-1) drives the first head lifting frame (B2-2) to move. The first head lifting frame (B2-2) drives the roller (7) to slide inside the slide groove (5). By using the length compensation structure formed by the slider (7) and the slide groove (5) to adapt to the stroke difference caused by the angle change, the lifting cylinder of the first head lifting mechanism (32) and the lifting cylinder of the second head lifting mechanism (33) work together to complete the fine adjustment of the overall tilt angle of the head support frame (2), so that the first head support surface (21) and the second head support surface (22) are simultaneously adjusted to the preset tilt state. Step 7: Full-area fit and support: After the neck support frame (1) completes height positioning and the head support frame (2) completes angle and height positioning, the neck support frame (1) and the head support frame (2) cooperate to form a support shape that matches the contour of the human head and neck. The neck support frame (1) supports the human neck, and the first head support surface (21) and the second head support surface (22) of the head support frame (2) support the human head, so as to achieve full-area fitting support for the human head and neck and complete the whole-round adaptive adjustment process.

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