Bed frame system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bed frames lack the ability to simulate dynamic movements, which can enhance sleep quality and patterns, as they typically maintain a static position after adjustment.
Innovation Solution
A bed frame system with a movable frame that mimics the motion of water, featuring an oscillatory mechanism, a controller for intensity adjustment, and a mobile application for customizable movement, supported by a plurality of legs with an additional stabilizing leg for enhanced support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a conventional bed frame maintains a static position after adjustment, then the structure is simple and stable, but the sleep quality and patterns cannot be enhanced through dynamic movement
Solution Approach 1:
The bed frame transitions from a static structure to a dynamic one by incorporating an oscillation mechanism that enables rhythmic movement. The movable frame assembly includes a mechanism that oscillates the frame back and forth, creating water-like motion patterns that mimic natural wave movements. This dynamic capability allows the bed frame to adapt to user sleep needs while maintaining structural integrity through controlled mechanical motion.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional static mechanical support with an active oscillation system. Instead of relying solely on fixed legs and rigid structure, the invention introduces a motorized or spring-based oscillation mechanism that actively moves the frame. This substitution transforms the mechanical system from passive support to active therapeutic movement, enhancing sleep quality through rhythmic motion while managing complexity through integrated control.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a bed frame is made adjustable to meet user needs, then user preferences are satisfied, but the frame typically holds a static position and lacks dynamic movement capabilities
Solution Approach 1:
The bed frame incorporates periodic oscillatory motion to complement position adjustment capabilities. The oscillation mechanism creates rhythmic back-and-forth movement that occurs in regular cycles, mimicking natural water wave patterns. This periodic action works in conjunction with position adjustment, allowing the frame to both change position and maintain dynamic movement throughout the adjusted position, thereby satisfying both adaptability and duration of action requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The bed frame system integrates multiple functions into a single platform: position adjustment capability combined with oscillation movement. The movable frame assembly can be adjusted to different positions and simultaneously performs rhythmic oscillation at those positions. This multi-functionality allows the system to adapt to various user preferences while maintaining continuous dynamic movement, resolving the contradiction between adjustability and movement duration.
3Ease of operation
If an oscillation mechanism is added to create water-like motion, then sleep quality improves through rhythmic movement, but the device complexity and structural support requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The bed frame is divided into segmented components: a movable frame assembly that contains the oscillation mechanism, separate support legs, and a mattress support structure. The oscillation mechanism is isolated within the movable frame assembly, allowing it to generate rhythmic motion without requiring the entire bed structure to be overly robust. The support legs are positioned to stabilize the frame during oscillation, distributing structural requirements across multiple elements rather than demanding excessive strength from a single component.
Solution Approach 2:
The oscillation mechanism acts as an intermediary between the power source and the mattress, creating controlled water-like motion. Rather than requiring the entire structural framework to be extremely strong to directly transmit powerful movements, the oscillation mechanism mediates the motion, transforming motor or spring power into gentle, rhythmic frame movement. This intermediary approach protects the structural integrity while achieving the desired therapeutic motion for improved sleep quality.
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AI summary
A bed frame system and a movable frame may simulate movement of a body of water. The bed frame system and the movable frame may improve sleep and sleep patterns of a user and may provide additional health benefits. An intensity of movement of the bed frame system and the movable frame may be controlled by utilizing a controller and/or a mobile application. A predetermined time period of movement may also be controlled by utilizing a controller and/or a mobile application.