Abstract: A baby care device is disclosed, which comprises a base and a seat holder, wherein the base is connected to a base cover, a plane arc motion mechanism is arranged between the base cover and the base, and an output end of the plane arc motion mechanism is connected to a vertical lifting motion mechanism; a bottom end of the seat holder is connected to an output end of the vertical lifting motion mechanism, and a top end of the seat holder penetrates through the base cover to be connected to a rocking chair frame device; and the plane arc motion mechanism and the vertical lifting motion mechanism work to drive the rocking chair frame device to make three-dimensional combined movements.

Abstract: Systems and methods for enabling bouncing motion using conversion devices in accordance with embodiments of the invention are disclosed. In one embodiment, a conversion kit comprises a plurality of support members, a motor, a crankshaft, and an attachment member, wherein the plurality of support members connects a frame of the crib to a mattress support platform of the crib, the crankshaft comprises an output shaft, and the crankshaft is powered by the motor, and the attachment member connects the output shaft of the crankshaft to the mattress support platform of the crib.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for applying pressure to a newborn baby. The apparatus defines a cavity for holding the newborn baby therein, and a plurality of expandable conduits that each substantially surround the cavity, where each conduit is independently expandable: (1) on transfer of fluid from a fluid source into the conduit; (2) on application of an electric potential from an electric potential source to the conduit; or (3) a combination thereof, to apply pressure along at least a portion of the length of the newborn baby held in the cavity. The present disclosure also discusses methods of applying pressure to a newborn baby in a pressure applying apparatus, and systems for applying pressure to a newborn baby.

Abstract: A drive mechanism which is adapted for use with a swing device includes at least one electromagnetic driving unit and a control unit. The at least one electromagnetic driving unit is adapted to be pivotally connected to a bottom of the swing device. The control unit is electrically connected to the at least one electromagnetic driving unit for controlling the at least one electromagnetic driving unit to be activated and deactivated, so as to generate an intermittent magnetic force to drive swinging movement of the swing device. The swing device including the drive mechanism is also disclosed.

Abstract: A dynamic furniture system includes a first frame portion; a set of rollers mounted to the first frame portion; a second frame portion including one or more rockers having a roller-interface surface having a curved profile; wherein the set of rollers interface with the roller-interface surface of the rockers such that the second frame portion is moveable relative to the first frame portion; a set of one or more electromagnets mounted to or integrated with the first frame portion or the second frame portion; a set of one or more magnetically-interactive elements mounted to or integrated with a different one of the first frame portion or the second frame portion; and an electronic control system configured to vary a parameter of electrical energy supplied to the set of electromagnets over time to induce back and forth motion of one of the first frame portion or the second frame portion.

Abstract: A positioning frame for supporting a patient to facilitate different surgical approaches to the spine includes a main support beam, first and second support structures, a torso-lift support, and a pelvic-tilt support. The main support beam has a first end, a second end, and a length extending between the first and second ends. The main support beam defines an axis of rotation relative to at least a first support structure and a second support structure, and the axis of rotation substantially corresponds to a cranial-caudal axis of the patient when the patient is supported on the positioning frame. The first and second support structures support the main support beam, and space the main support beam from the ground. The torso-lift support is attached to the main support beam, and is configured to pivot a chest support plate between at least a first position and a second position to move the torso of the patient between an unlifted position and a lifted position.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a crib whose bed position can be adjusted, including a surrounding rod and a foot tube. The foot tube includes two transverse rods. Each transverse rod is parallel to a horizontal plane. The crib whose bed position can be adjusted further includes two movable connecting rods. One end of each movable connecting rod is connected to the surrounding rod, and the other end of the movable connecting, rod is movably arranged on the transverse rod and can move along the transverse rod to adjust the bed position of the crib. A bed body is movably arranged on the foot tube by using the movable connecting rods. When the bed position needs to be moved, the foot tube does not need to be moved, and only the surrounding rod and the movable connecting rods need to be moved. The operation is convenient, and the structure is simple.

Abstract: An audio control system of an electromagnetic cradle includes an audio transmitting and receiving unit, a cloud server, and a function execution unit. The audio transmitting and receiving unit receives an audio command emitted from a user. The cloud server is connected with the audio transmitting and receiving unit through a network. The cloud server identifies and compares the audio command of the audio transmitting and receiving unit. The function execution unit is connected with the cloud server through the network. The function control module is driven by function indication of the cloud server to execute related functions, including playing the music, lighting or shaking the cradle.

Abstract: A positioning frame for supporting a patient to facilitate different surgical approaches to the spine includes a main support beam, first and second support structures, a torso-lift support, and a pelvic-tilt support. The main support beam has a first end, a second end, and a length extending between the first and second ends. The main support beam defines an axis of rotation relative to at least a first support structure and a second support structure, and the axis of rotation substantially corresponds to a cranial-caudal axis of the patient when the patient is supported on the positioning frame. The first and second support structures support the main support beam, and space the main support beam from the ground. The torso-lift support is attached to the main support beam, and is configured to pivot a chest support plate between at least a first position and a second position to move the torso of the patient between an unlifted position and a lifted position.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, an In situ Bed Chair (IBC) rotates back and forth and has elevating and lowering bed sections. In a second embodiment, the IBC converts from a flat bed into a chair or vice a versa such that a patient can remain in place during the conversion. The chair has wheels that enable easy transport of the patient to other locations.

Abstract: An electromagnetic cradle includes a track assembly, a sliding assembly, a rocking bed and a bottom frame. The track assembly includes two tracks, and an electromagnetic device mounted on one of the tracks. Each of the tracks has a first slideway and a second slideway. The sliding assembly includes two linking rods each slidably mounted between the tracks, two slides each mounted on the linking rods, a plurality of magnet sets mounted on one of the slides and aligning with the electromagnetic device, and two elastic members each biased between one of the slides and the electromagnetic device. Each of the linking rods has two first rollers each mounted in the first slideway and two second rollers mounted in the second slideway. The rocking bed is mounted above the slides. The bottom frame is mounted under the tracks.

Abstract: An actuator arrangement for a seat includes a plurality of traction members and an actuator coupled to the plurality of traction members. The actuator has at least one first drive member which is rotatably supported. The actuator may include a second drive member which is supported moveably relative to the at least one first drive member. The traction members are coupled to the at least one first drive member so that rotation of the at least one first drive member gives rise to a cyclical change in the traction applied by the traction members.

Abstract: An automatic bassinet rocking device imparts a rocking motion to a bassinet or rocking crib. A housing is supported above the rocker base of the bassinet on adjustable legs so that the device straddles the curved rocking base. A reciprocating rod descends from the housing and attaches to a strap or clamp at an anchor point on the rocker base. An oscillatory drive inside the housing imparts a reciprocating motion via the reciprocating rod onto the rocker base.

Abstract: A control system for a child swing that comprises an amplitude control subsystem configured to use one or more electrical signals from a swing sensor to compare an actual amplitude of the child swing to a pre-set amplitude of the child swing to generate an adjustment signal representing a desired adjustment to the phase of the drive mechanism. The child swing also comprises a phase control subsystem configured to use an electrical signal representative of a phase of the drive mechanism and the adjustment signal to generate a motor drive signal configured to cause the desired adjustment to the phase of the drive mechanism.

Abstract: An undulating bed comprises a padded mattress. A bed frame support is positioned under the padded mattress. A mechanism within the bed frame support is for imparting an undulating/rocking motion to the padded mattress, to substantially simulate motion experienced on a boat as a sleep aid to a user lying on the padded mattress.

Abstract: A bed assembly (1) has a stationary frame (2), which sits on a floor and supports the entire bed assembly. A central frame (4) moves in a first horizontal direction relative to the stationary frame, and is moveably supported by the stationary frame. An outer frame (8) moves in a second horizontal direction relative to the second frame, and is moveably supported by the second frame.

Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base, a reciprocating vertical motion mechanism, a vertical motion driving module, a reciprocating pendulum motion mechanism, and a pendulum motion driving module. The vertical motion driving module is kinematically connected to the reciprocating vertical motion mechanism so as to vertically move the reciprocating vertical motion mechanism in reciprocating vertical motion with respect to the base. The pendulum motion driving module is kinematically connected to the reciprocating pendulum motion mechanism so as to pendulum move the reciprocating pendulum motion mechanism in reciprocating pendulum motion with respect to the reciprocating vertical motion mechanism. An interaction between a reciprocating vertical motion of the reciprocating vertical motion mechanism and a reciprocating pendulum motion of the reciprocating pendulum motion mechanism forms a specific motion path.

Abstract: An infant calming/sleep-aid device includes a main moving platform that moves in a reciprocating manner and an actuator that drives the reciprocating movement of the main moving platform. The moving head platform is linked to the main moving platform and at least one of a motion sensing device and a sound sensing device are either at or proximate to a moving head platform that is pivotally linked to the main moving platform. A logic circuit links at least one of the motion and sound sensing devices of the infant calming/sleep aid-device to the main moving platform whereby signals detected modulate movement of the main moving platform. A sound generating device is linked to the logic circuit.

Abstract: A powered rocking bed, as disclosed, comprises a longitudinal push-pull rod medially connected to a powered driver, the rod configured to provide an oscillating push-pull longitudinal force on a first and second distal end about an axis there between and a plurality of upper and lower rollers disposed adjacent each distal end of the longitudinal push-pull rod.

Abstract: An infant bed system having a base, a mattress with a top surface having a half-pipe indentation, the mattress is shaped and sized to be snugly placed atop the base, legs that extend downwardly from the base, and raised side walls that extend upwardly from the side wall of the base. A vibrating component in the base is adapted to provide vibrations to the mattress. A speaker produces womb sounds or heartbeat sounds. A control panel on the base allows for turning on and off of the system.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a children's motion device configured to oscillate a child support about a substantially upright axis of rotation. In various embodiments, the portion of the child support configured for supporting the head of a child positioned therein is configured to remain substantially aligned with the axis of rotation as the child support oscillates.

Abstract: A powered rocking bed comprises a body support member connected to at least one stationary pivot disposed there beneath and connected via at least one driving linkage to an oscillating powered driver also there beneath, the driving linkage and the pivot configured to move both a head-end and a foot-end of the body support member in a longitudinally complementary oscillating crescent-shaped wave motion comprising a rising convex wave followed by a falling concave wave and inertial transitions there between. The crescent-shaped inertial wave motion is configured to resemble an ocean wave based on a wind blowing across the rising convex wave. A predetermined distance of the stationary pivot from the supporting structure may determine a slope of both the convex and the concave wave motion. The slope may be maximized based on the pivot located in a plane with the body support member and flattened located at a distance therefrom.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a children's motion device configured to oscillate a child support about a substantially upright axis of rotation. In various embodiments, the portion of the child support configured for supporting the head of a child positioned therein is configured to remain substantially aligned with the axis of rotation as the child support oscillates.

Abstract: The present invention is an electric hammock for babies that can be activated and controlled electronically. The child can be placed securely in the hammock and softly rocked to sleep, without manual application. The hammock provides a soothing motion that is helpful in lulling a baby to sleep. This idea is especially helpful for busy mothers who do not have enough hours in the day to keep up with all that motherhood entails.

Abstract: A crib support is disclosed that includes a frame assembly configured to receive releasably a crib and be releasably secured to the crib, and a rocking mechanism, disposed within the frame assembly, configured to provide a rocking motion, and configured to create the effect of a reciprocatory movement, which is soothing and comforting to a baby.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus for a rocker. In one embodiment, the rocker may be comprised of a fixed support structure; a resonant pendulum suspended from the fixed support structure, a seat or bed suspended on the pendulum; and a coil coupled to the pendulum and interacting with a magnetic field to supply force to the pendulum to maintain movement of the seat or bed. The rocker may also be comprised of a rechargeable battery that is used to power the coil and allow for the rocker to run continuously. The battery may be charged by the coil's interactions with the magnetic field or using at least one solar panel. The solar panel may also be used without a battery to provide energy to the rocker so that it may run continuously. The coil may be comprised of an electrically conducting wire (e.g., copper or aluminum wire).

Abstract: A leg assembly for use as at least one supporting leg of an infant enclosure or other device, the leg assembly having an elongated leg member, a solenoid actuator having a coil adapted when the actuator is actuated to move longitudinally relative to the armature of the solenoid actuator and a compression spring which is resiliently compressed upon movement of the coil which imparts motion to the leg member in a vertical direction.

Abstract: An automatic bassinet rocking device imparts a rocking motion to a bassinet or rocking crib. A housing is supported above the rocker base of the bassinet on adjustable legs so that the device straddles the curved rocking base. A reciprocating rod descends from the housing and attaches to a strap or clamp at an anchor point on the rocker base. An oscillatory drive inside the housing imparts a reciprocating motion via the reciprocating rod onto the rocker base.

Abstract: A rocking device comprising: a base unit; first and second profiled tracks, each defining a close undulating path, the tracks being associated with the base unit; at least one track follower, arranged to interact with the at least one of the profiled tracks; a rotation arrangement to impart relative rotational movement between each of the profiled tracks and the track follower, thereby creating relative displacement between the track follower and the base unit; and a support unit carried by the track follower.

Abstract: A variable motion infant seat includes: a vertical reciprocating assembly comprising a first motor for providing vertical motion; a horizontal reciprocating assembly coupled to the vertical reciprocating assembly and comprising a second motor for providing horizontal motion; and a support device coupled to at least one of the vertical reciprocating assembly and the horizontal reciprocating assembly. The first motor and second motor are run at a substantially constant speed, thereby causing the vertical reciprocating assembly and horizontal reciprocating assembly to move the support device in at least one motion profile.

Abstract: A system for assisting and controlling the movement of a portion of a body, such as the head or head and neck is disclosed. The system and the methods of using and controlling the system can be effective in preventing and treating various conditions relating to the movement and positioning of the body or parts of the body. As such, the system can be effective in preventing and treating occipital flattening, plagiocephaly, cervical muscle tightening, torticollis, and other conditions.

Abstract: A mechanical baby rocker includes a first cylinder, a second cylinder, a plurality of straps, and a motor. The first cylinder is telescopically affixed with the second cylinder. The first cylinder is actuated by the motor. The motor is housed within the second cylinder.

Abstract: A mechanical baby rocker includes a first cylinder, a second cylinder, a plurality of straps, and a motor. The first cylinder is telescopically affixed with the second cylinder. The first cylinder is actuated by the motor. The motor is housed within the second cylinder.

Abstract: A baby crib comprises a support frame and a cradle frame. The support frame includes a hang portion, at least one leg and a base. The hang portion and the base are respectively connected with upper and lower ends of the leg and extend at a same side thereof in two generally parallel planes. The cradle frame is suspended from the hang portion above the base, and is permanently coupled with the hang portion.

Abstract: A child motion device includes a frame that provides a structural support relative to a reference surface and that includes an arm pivotably coupled to the structural support. A child supporting device is coupled to the arm and spaced from the reference surface by the frame. A drive system is configured to move the arm such that the child supporting device reciprocates along a motion path at a frequency within a range from about 0.37 Hz to about 0.62 Hz. In some cases, a further drive system is configured to oscillate the child supporting device generally along the axis of rotation at a frequency in a range from about 2.85 Hz to about 3.15 Hz.

Abstract: A rocking device comprising: a base unit; first and second profiled tracks, each defining a close undulating path, the tracks being associated with the base unit; at least one track follower, arranged to interact with the at least one of the profiled tracks; a rotation arrangement to impart relative rotational movement between each of the profiled tracks and the track follower, thereby creating relative displacement between the track follower and the base unit; and a support unit carried by the track follower.

Abstract: A method of rocking a wheeled infant carrier (30) comprises using a rocking device (10) having a pair of discrete units (12,14). Each unit has a ground-engaging base (18a,b) and a platform (16a,b) supported thereon through bearings for movement relative to the base in a first direction. A drive one (12) of the units has a motor in a housing (20) arranged to drive the platform (16a) of the drive unit relative to its base back and forth in said first direction. A first wheel (34) of the carrier (30) is placed on the drive unit and a second wheel (32) on the second, slave unit (14), with the axes of rotation of the wheels being arranged parallel said first direction. The motor is operated to rock that end of the carrier that is supported by those wheels from side to side.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a system for providing cyclic motion includes a magnetic drive having an electrically conductive coil defining a bore and a magnetic member movable through the bore. A control provides current to the coil and selectively reverses the direction of the current to move the magnetic member through the bore. In another embodiment, the system includes a counterbalance. The counterbalance includes a biasing member for reacting against a load applied to a support, and a lever arm coupled to the biasing member for varying a preload of the biasing member. In another embodiment, the magnetic drive and the counterbalance may be incorporated into an apparatus for reciprocating a person.

Abstract: An infant apparatus operable to swing manually or automatically. The infant apparatus includes a frame assembly, a lock assembly, and a cradle assembly. The frame assembly includes a housing and a plurality of legs that extend from the housing. The housing includes motor, a first moveable member supported by the housing and coupled to the motor, and a second moveable member supported by the housing and coupled to the first moveable member, the second moveable member including a plurality of nibs. The lock assembly includes a slideable member supported by the housing and adapted to move between a first position and a second position, and a third moveable member coupled to the slideable member, the third moveable member adapted to engage the plurality of nibs when the slideable member is in the second position. The cradle assembly is coupled to the second moveable member and is adapted to swing when the slideable member is in the first position.

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 as well as at least one spring secured to the base member, the spring having a first end proximate a front wall of the tray member and a second end proximate a rear wall of the tray member; and a shaft, the shaft positioned to secure the tray member to the base member. 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: An infant seat rocker includes a base member having a pair of rails that protrude generally vertically from the base member and extend a length of the base member, a front wall that protrudes at an angle from the front of the base member, at least one rear wall that protrudes at an angle from the rear of the base member, a motor that is positioned on the base member and a spring that attaches the motor to the infant seat. The infant seat is positioned on the base member and the rails, the front wall and at least one rear wall are capable of locating the infant seat on the base member while the motor is energized to produce and maintain a rocking motion in the infant seat.

Abstract: A hammock device for cradling infants comprising a foldable support base for placing on a ground surface; a first and second support brace pivotally attached to the base; a swinging bar pivotally connected to the first support brace via a first control box and to the second support brace via a second control box; a sheet-like hammock component wherein the first end is attached near the first end of the swinging bar and the second end is attached near the second end of the swinging bar such that an inner cavity is formed in which the infant may be placed; and a motor disposed in the first control box that causes the swinging bar to rotate in a first direction and a second direction.

Abstract: A swing device has a support frame, a seat having a swing axis and swing back and forth about the swing axis while a bar thereof being hung on the support frame, and a repulsive circuit for repelling a permanent magnet installed on the swing axis.

Abstract: An apparatus for applying a motion simulating a moving vehicle to an infant's carrier. A platform supporting the carrier is suspended on flexible members in an open-topped enclosure. A pair of crank shafts with cranks upon which are mounted frictional members positioned under the platform. The frictional members cause the platform to rise and fall and sets it into complex motion on the flexible members while the motion of the frictional members gently bounces an infant in the carrier. By varying the length of the flexible members and the speed of the crank shafts, a user may find a setting effective at calming the infant and inducing sleep.

Abstract: An animated-figures-rocked cradle for amusing and rocking an infant. The animated-figures-rocked cradle includes a cradle and a pair of animated figures. The cradle is pivotally mounted to the pair of animated figures and holds the infant. The pair of animated figures amuse the infant and support and rock the cradle.

Abstract: A crib support is disclosed that includes a frame assembly configured to receive releasably a crib and be releasably secured to the crib, and a rocking mechanism, disposed within the frame assembly, configured to provide a rocking motion, and configured to create the effect of a reciprocatory movement, which is soothing and comforting to a baby.

Abstract: A system having a support that supports a child seat and a controller that outputs motion, sound, and/or image signals to be experienced by a child in the child. An actuator connected to the support moves the support responsive to the motion signal, and the corresponding sounds and image signal may be synchronized therewith. A recorder may be used to record motions and sounds from an actual vehicle. A method includes providing a support for the child seat, and producing a motion signal substantially corresponding to the motions experienced by the child in the child seat in the vehicle. The method further includes moving the support responsive to the motion signal for simulating the motions experienced by the child in the child seat when in the vehicle.

Abstract: A bassinet for mounting on a play yard frame is supported to provide a swinging movement of the bassinet relative to the play yard. The bassinet is suspended from four detachable connector mounts that slide over the upper frame member of the play yard frame by three flexible support members and a single rigid support member that is operatively connected to a motor housed within a motorized connector mount to drive the swinging motion for the bassinet. The movement induced into the bassinet is controlled by the four support members to keep the bottom surface of the bassinet at a horizontal orientation throughout the swinging movement. The bottom board of the play yard is formed in segments which can be reconfigured to fit in the bassinet. The end segment can be folded below the remaining segments, or in the alternative removed, to affect the reconfiguration for the bassinet structure.

Abstract: Apparatus (10) for moving or rocking an infant enclosure such as a cot (11) having legs (12), the apparatus (10) having at least one active module (15) and passive modules (14), each module (14, 15) having a spring mounted socket for receiving a leg (12) of the cot (11) and the active module (15) having a motor means to impart motion to the cot (11).

Abstract: A swing apparatus for children and an oscillating device used in combination with a swing apparatus according to the present invention are aimed to solve the problems such as the motor is damaged due to overloaded current and a sitting device in the swing apparatus is stopped on a higher place when electric power is suddenly cut off. The oscillating device includes a base, a driving assembly mounted to the base, a first friction piece connected to the driving assembly, a second friction piece operatably driven by the first friction piece depending a friction force therebetween, an elastic piece urging against one of the first friction piece and the second friction piece, a first shaft passing through the transmitting assembly, and an output member cooperated by one of the first shaft and the second friction piece. The swing apparatus includes a first frame supported on the ground, a second frame in which the sitting device is mounted, and the oscillating device connecting the first frame to the second frame.