Abstract: A baby soothing device includes a holding structure, a supporting frame, a sliding shaft, and a driving device. The holding structure is used for holding a baby. The supporting frame is used for supporting the holding structure on a surface. The sliding shaft has an end connected to the holding structure. The driving device is disposed between the sliding shaft and the supporting frame. The driving device is used for driving the sliding shaft to move upward and downward relative to the supporting frame.

Abstract: An infant glider device is disclosed. The glider includes a base, a carriage that moves in an oscillatory motion along a predetermined path with respect to the base, and seat connected to the carriage. The seat is rotationally repositionable about an axis generally perpendicular to the carriage, and is adapted to be reoriented from a first seat facing position to a second seat facing position, and vice versa.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a children's bouncer apparatus. In various embodiments, the apparatus includes a support frame, seat assembly configured to support a child, and bouncer control device. The support frame includes one or more semi-rigid support arms that extend above a base portion and suspend the seat assembly above the base portion. The bouncer control device is configured to impart a driving force on the seat assembly via a magnetic drive assembly, thereby causing the seat assembly to continuously oscillate at the natural frequency of the children's bouncer.

Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.

Abstract: A rocking and/or vibrating car seat for providing comfort to an infant comprising a base; a first rocker bar parallel to a second rocker bar in the inner compartment of the base extending from the first side to the second side of the base, a motor for driving the movement of the first rocker bar and second rocker bar; a cushioned seat for placing in the base atop the first rocker bar and the second rocker bar; and a vibrating unit disposed in the cushioned seat for vibrating the cushioned seat.

Abstract: An infant seat rocker includes a base member, a motor, the motor being positioned on the base member and a tray member, the tray member being positioned on the base member. Means for attaching the motor to the tray member are also included. An infant seat is positioned in the tray and the motor is engaged to produce and maintain a rocking motion in the infant seat.

Abstract: A diagnostic system for use in the electronic control circuit for motor actuated lift and/or recline mechanisms for chair wherein a hand controller is used to operate said lift and/or recline mechanisms, and wherein a series of LED indicators are situated at strategic locations in the circuit. The LED indicators can be used to determine whether electricity is flowing to such points in the circuit, which in turn will enable possible problems that might cause the hand control device not to work properly to be quickly more easily pinpointed by immediately narrowing the potential sources or causes of the problem.

Abstract: A child motion device has a frame configured to rest on a floor surface. The device also has a drive system that drives an adjustable motion assembly. The adjustable motion assembly can include an adjustable arm that is connected between a seat holder and the frame at one of a plurality of positions. The connection position of the adjustable arm can adjust at least one motion characteristic of the device. The adjustable motion characteristics can include a gliding motion and a swinging motion.

Abstract: A device that automatically rocks a rocking chair and similar articles. The rocking chair has a pair of rocker bars to provide rocking motion on a floor surface and a pair of arm rests. The device comprises a housing, a mechanism for attaching the housing onto a forward end of one of the rocker bars in a removable manner, and a mechanism within the housing, for raising and lowering the forward end of the rocker bar with respect to the floor surface, to automatically rock the rocking chair.

Abstract: A baby soothing device includes a holding structure, a supporting frame, a sliding shaft, and a driving device. The holding structure is used for holding a baby. The supporting frame is used for supporting the holding structure on a surface. The sliding shaft has an end connected to the holding structure. The driving device is disposed between the sliding shaft and the supporting frame. The driving device is used for driving the sliding shaft to move upward and downward relative to the supporting frame.

Abstract: A child device capable of implementing a plurality of device functions includes a plurality of operational components, each operational component being configured to implement at least one of the plurality of device functions. The child device further includes a control circuit coupled to the plurality of operational components to direct operation of each operational component, and a memory in communication with the control circuit. The memory is configured to store data indicative of an operational mode, the data specifying a plurality of operational settings for the plurality of operational components, respectively. The child device still further includes a user interface coupled to the control circuit and configured to detect an operator interaction resulting in selection of the operational mode. The control circuit directs the plurality of operational components in accordance with the plurality of operational settings in response to the selection of the operational mode.

Abstract: A reclining rocker chair, having a lower back support feature. The chair includes a base, a seat cushion, and a chair back extending upwardly from the base behind the seat cushion. The chair back has lower, middle, and upper sections. An inflatable chamber is located within the lower section of the chair back. A remote control provides the user with the option to inflate the inflatable chamber to provide lumbar support. A pressure sensor ensures that inflation pressure does not exceed predetermined limits for safely providing therapeutic support to the lower back.

Abstract: An infant car seat assembly includes a housing having a base member secured thereto and a top opening disposed generally medially thereof. A plurality of belts are connected to a mechanism for rotating same at select speeds. Such a mechanism is selectively controllable by an operator. The housing further includes a support member connected to the base member. An infant seat carrier is connected to the support member and includes a lower surface and a plurality of wheels connected thereto. A plurality of scenic window flaps are connected to the support member respectively to thereby provide a scenic view for an infant seated above the seat carrier.

Abstract: A chair includes a seat frame, a seat movably mounted on the seat frame, a backrest pivoted to the seat frame, a reciprocating mechanism mounted under the seat frame to cause the seat to engage in a series of repeated up-and-down motions, and a reclining mechanism mounted under the seat frame to enable the backrest to be adjusted for reclining. The reciprocating mechanism has a transmission member which is driven by a motor and is provided with a contact portion in contact with the underside of the seat. The reclining mechanism includes a control lever for regulating the position of an actuation pin in a triangular hole of a position control plate such that the actuation pin serves to activate or deactivate a pressure release knob of a cylinder which is fastened at one end with the backrest.

Abstract: A rocking seat control apparatus for a moveable seat supported and having a magnetic member attached thereto is provided that is capable of maintaining the seat being rocked constant in rocking amplitude. The apparatus includes a solenoid for bi-directionally attracting the magnetic member to cause the seat to move in a positive and a negative direction alternately and thereby to be rocked; an amplitude measuring means for measuring an amplitude of the seat being rocked and a rocking motion of the seat; an amplitude damping factor measuring means responsive to displacements in the positive and negative directions of the seat being rocked for measuring an extent of damping factor of the amplitude caused while the seat is being rocked; and a solenoid energizing means for energizing the solenoid means during a time period in which the seat is being rock traveling a distance that is a product of the measured rocking swing and the measured extent of damping factor of amplitude.

Abstract: An infant seat rocking device for providing a smooth rocking motion for an infant without relying on the infant's own movement of the parent sitting with the child and rocking the seat. The infant seat rocking device includes a seat. The seat support member has a base portion, an upright portion and a connection portion. The upright portion of the seat support member extends from the seat offset with respect to a center of gravity of the seat for permitting rocking of the seat. A seat moving assembly is coupled to the seat support member. The seat moving assembly includes a crank arm and a strap member that extends from a distal end portion of the crank arm. The strap member has an end opposite the crank arm coupled to the seat member whereby rotation of the crank arm pulls on the seat for providing movement of the seat.

Abstract: A tilt adjustment assembly for a motorized reclining chair having a base frame adapted for rest on a floor surface. A seat and a back articulated support linkage are interconnected together for displacement of a seat and back of a reclining chair. An intermediate frame is mounted on the base frame through spring attachments, whereby to impart a rocking motion to the chair. A pair of foot rest linkages interconnect each of two of the said seat articulated support linkages to a foot rest plate. The tilt adjustment assembly comprises a motor-operated actuating rod secured at a free end to a sliding member to guidingly displace that member along a straight axis in a fixed plane and to any desired position along the axis. A pivotal link arm is pivotally secured at one end of the sliding member. A transverse linkage securing rod is secured to a second end of the pivotal link arm and extends transversely thereto.

Abstract: A rocking seat control apparatus for a moveable seat supported and having a magnetic member attached thereto is provided that is capable of maintaining the seat being rocked constant in rocking amplitude. The apparatus includes a solenoid for bi-directionally attracting the magnetic member to cause the seat to move in a positive and a negative direction alternately and thereby to be rocked; an amplitude measuring means for measuring an amplitude of the seat being rocked and a rocking motion of the seat; an amplitude damping factor measuring means responsive to displacements in the positive and negative directions of the seat being rocked for measuring an extent of damping factor of the amplitude caused while the seat is being rocked; and a solenoid energizing means for energizing the solenoid means during a time period in which the seat is being rock traveling a distance that is a product of the measured rocking swing and the measured extent of damping factor of amplitude.

Abstract: The present device is a two speed automatic rocking chair that plays one of six pre-programmed lullaby while it gently rocks the baby to sleep. A three position on/off switch and a multi-position selector switch for choosing a lullaby are located beneath the seat on the rear of the rocking chair. A rechargeable battery powers a small electric motor which rocks the rocking chair. The battery may be removed as required and recharged with a counter-top battery charger. A removable canopy shields the infant and a removable tray may be installed to provide a surface whereby toys may be placed for the infant to play with.

Abstract: The present invention is a two speed automatic rocking chair that plays one of six pre-programmed lullaby while it gently rocks the baby to sleep. A three position on/off switch and a multi-position selector switch for choosing a lullaby are located beneath the seat on the rear of the rocking chair. A rechargeable battery powers a small electric motor which rocks the rocking chair. The battery may be removed as required and recharged with a counter-top battery charger. A removable canopy shields the infant and a removable tray may be installed to provide a surface whereby toys may be placed for the infant to play with.