Multifunctional motion simulation bed
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional adjustable beds lack the capability to simulate motions that can provide physiological stimulation for relaxation, sleep, and entertainment, failing to address issues like insomnia and back pain.
Innovation Solution
A multifunctional motion simulation bed with an adjustable contour and motion platform, featuring articulately connected segments and actuators controlled by a processor to simulate various predefined and customized motions, providing six degrees of freedom.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional adjustable beds are used, then basic position adjustment is provided, but motion simulation capability is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The bed is divided into multiple independently controllable segments (head section, middle section, foot section), each equipped with its own actuators. This segmentation allows each segment to perform different motions simultaneously, achieving complex motion simulation while maintaining modular structure that manages complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The bed system integrates multiple functions including position adjustment, motion simulation, physiological stimulation, and therapeutic benefits into a single platform. The motion platform can simulate various motions (rocking, swinging, floating) and provide different physiological effects, making one device serve multiple purposes.
2Adaptability or versatility
If motion simulation capability is added to traditional beds, then physiological stimulation and relaxation benefits are achieved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bed transitions from static position adjustment to dynamic motion simulation. The system incorporates six-degree-of-freedom motion capabilities with multiple actuators that can independently control each segment's movement, enabling dynamic physiological stimulation while using coordinated control to manage system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
A processor serves as an intermediary that coordinates the complex interactions between multiple actuators and segments. The processor receives motion simulation commands and translates them into coordinated actuator movements, simplifying the control architecture while achieving complex motion patterns.
3Manufacturing precision
If multiple actuators are used to simulate six degree of freedom motions, then motion simulation accuracy is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bed is divided into multiple independently controllable segments (head section, middle section, foot section), each equipped with its own actuators. This segmentation allows each segment to perform different motions simultaneously, achieving complex motion simulation while maintaining modular structure that manages complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system controls multiple actuators to precisely adjust the position, orientation, and motion parameters of each bed segment. By independently controlling six degrees of freedom through parameter adjustments, the system achieves high motion simulation accuracy while using standardized actuator components that facilitate manufacturing.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention discloses a multifunctional motion simulation bed which has multiple segments and simulates preprogrammed motions. The segments are articulately connected to form a motion platform. In one embodiment, the segments are disposed above a base. Actuators are mounted on the base and pivotally coupled with the base and the segments. A microprocessor drives the actuators individually and causes the motion platform to simulate motions. In another embodiment, the segments are disposed above a frame which is arranged above a base. One segment is fixed on the frame. Some actuators are pivotally coupled with the frame and some of the segments. Other actuators are pivotally coupled with the frame and the base. A microprocessor drives the actuators individually and causes the frame and motion platform to simulate motions.