Abstract: A convertible article of furniture. The convertible article of furniture may include a support base (100), wherein the support base (100) may be configured to interchangeably support one of a first modular furniture piece (120) or a second modular furniture piece (130) securely thereon in a non-permanent manner. Further, method of converting an article of furniture may include providing a first article of furniture. The first article of furniture may include a support base (100); and a first modular furniture piece (120) secured thereto in a non-permanent manner; and wherein the support base (100) may be configured to interchangeably support various modular furniture pieces (120, 130, 140).

Abstract: A breathable bed cover includes a breathable fabric layer, an air-permeable cushioning layer, and a bed-attachment mechanism. The breathable fabric layer is superimposed across the air-permeable cushioning layer. The breathable fabric layer and the air-permeable cushioning layer are positioned coextensive with each other. The bed-attachment mechanism is perimetrically connected around the air-permeable cushioning layer. Resultantly, the breathable fabric layer and air-permeable cushioning layer can be attached to a bassinet mattress or a crib mattress through the bed-attachment mechanism.

Abstract: A monitoring system has sensors for monitoring a comfort of a user. For example, a sensor may detect movements as the user lies or plays in the monitoring system. The sensor may be sensitive to detect expansion and contraction of a chest cavity, thus monitoring the user's breathing status. Other sensors may detect other environmental data, such as temperature, humidity, and even the user's voice. Collectively, the sensors may be used to infer the user's status/comfort. The monitoring system may collect the data and then infer the user's comfort. The monitoring system may also send the data to another device for analysis, such as a computer, smartphone, or even a server providing a cloud-based service.

Abstract: A foldable canopy and method of use. The foldable canopy may include a foldable base portion having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side and substantially parallel therewith; a foldable canopy portion having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side; and wherein the first end of the foldable canopy portion may be attached to the first side of the foldable base portion and the second end of the foldable canopy portion may be attached to the second side of the foldable base portion, and wherein the foldable canopy portion may be attached to the foldable base portion such that in an unfolded state the foldable canopy portion is substantially arch shaped.

Abstract: A monitoring system has sensors for monitoring a comfort of a user. For example, a motion sensor may detect movements as the user lies or plays in the monitoring system. The motion sensor is sensitive to detect expansion and contraction of a chest cavity, thus monitoring the user's breathing status. Other sensors may detect other environmental data, such as temperature, humidity, and even the user's voice. Collectively, the sensors may be used to infer the user's status/comfort. The monitoring system may collect the data and then infer the user's comfort. The monitoring system may also send the data to another device for analysis, such as a computer, smartphone, or even a server providing a cloud-based service.

Abstract: A monitoring system has sensors for monitoring a comfort of a user. For example, a motion sensor may detect movements as the user lies or plays in the monitoring system. The motion sensor is sensitive to detect expansion and contraction of a chest cavity, thus monitoring the user's breathing status. Other sensors may detect other environmental data, such as temperature, humidity, and even the user's voice. Collectively, the sensors may be used to infer the user's status/comfort. The monitoring system may collect the data and then infer the user's comfort. The monitoring system may also send the data to another device for analysis, such as a computer, smartphone, or even a server providing a cloud-based service.

Abstract: A monitoring system has sensors for monitoring a comfort of a user. For example, a motion sensor may detect movements as the user lies or plays in the monitoring system. The motion sensor is sensitive to detect expansion and contraction of a chest cavity, thus monitoring the user's breathing status. Other sensors may detect other environmental data, such as temperature, humidity, and even the user's voice. Collectively, the sensors may be used to infer the user's status/comfort. The monitoring system may collect the data and then infer the user's comfort. The monitoring system may also send the data to another device for analysis, such as a computer, smartphone, or even a server providing a cloud-based service.

Abstract: A monitoring system has sensors for monitoring a comfort of a user. For example, a motion sensor may detect movements as the user lies or plays in the monitoring system. The motion sensor is sensitive to detect expansion and contraction of a chest cavity, thus monitoring the user's breathing status. Other sensors may detect other environmental data, such as temperature, humidity, and even the user's voice. Collectively, the sensors may be used to infer the user's status/comfort. The monitoring system may collect the data and then infer the user's comfort. The monitoring system may also send the data to another device for analysis, such as a computer, smartphone, or even a server providing a cloud-based service.

Abstract: A bed configured to contain a subject, such as a human infant is disclosed. The bed includes a womb-shaped bumper capable of constricting or squeezing the subject. The bumper includes two opposed side portions, at least one void in at least one of the opposed side portions, and at least one mesh portion enclosing the void. The bumper is adjustable between a constricting configuration and a non-constricting configuration. An adjustment mechanism, and optionally, a fastener may be used to maintain the bumper in the constricting configuration.

Abstract: A bed configured to contain a subject, such as a human infant is disclosed. The bed includes a womb-shaped bumper capable of constricting or squeezing the subject. The bumper is adjustable between a constricting configuration and a non-constricting configuration. An adjustment mechanism, and optionally, a fastener may be used to maintain the bumper in the constricting configuration.

Abstract: A bed configured to contain a subject, such as a human infant is disclosed. The bed includes a womb-shaped bumper capable of constricting or squeezing the subject. The bumper is adjustable between a constricting configuration and a non-constricting configuration. An adjustment mechanism, and optionally, a fastener may be used to maintain the bumper in the constricting configuration.