Sound and vibration transmission pad and system
US8668045B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2205/062
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is a chair or similar body-supporting apparatus for sitting on, reclining on or lying upon. The chair or similar apparatus is capable of transmitting sound and vibrations generated by a sound source and/or a vibration source to a user's body. The sound and vibrations are transmitted through speakers, transducers, or a combination thereof which are connected to the chair or similar apparatus. The present invention is also a method of providing vibrational energy to a user, including regulating sound and vibrations transmitted through speakers, transducers, or a combination thereof which are connected to a chair or similar body-supporting apparatus.
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