Abstract: A fire retardant pillow for protecting against and controlling fires resulting from a malfunctioning electronic device may include a pillow body having a layered construction and a pocket extending into a central region of the pillow body. The layered construction may be made of an outer fabric covering; an inner fabric layer lining the pocket; and a fire retardant layer positioned between the inner fabric layer and the outer fabric covering. The layered construction may further include an aramid fiber layer positioned between the inner fabric layer and the fire retardant layer; and a Faraday material layer positioned between the aramid fiber layer and the inner fabric layer.

Abstract: A mattress may include a first section extending from the head end by a distance between 15 to 19 inches, and a second section adjacent to the first section and extending from the first section by a distance of 31 to 35 inches. In some embodiments, the first section includes a different material than the second section. The second section may include coil springs, foam, one or more air chambers, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A support structure for supporting and/or contacting a body or a part of a body. The support structure includes: a base layer having a first surface configured to face the body or part of body and a second surface opposite the first surface, a plurality of fingers extending from the first surface, each finger extending in an axial direction substantially perpendicular to the first surface and having a distal end configured to support the body or part of body, the fingers being arranged at a distance from each other, wherein at least one finger is more rigid than a deformable portion of the base layer, the deformable portion surrounding the finger.

Abstract: Convertible furniture includes a first arm, a first seat, and a base. The first seat is adjacent the first arm and includes a head panel, a mid-panel, and a foot panel. The first seat has a seat configuration in which the head panel is in a vertical orientation. The first seat has a bed configuration in which the head panel, the mid-panel, and the foot panel are each in a horizontal orientation with a top surface of each cooperating to form a flat surface. The base has a side rail that is secured to the first arm and a center support parallel to and spaced apart from the first arm. The head panel of the first seat at least partially supported by the side rail and the center support in the deployed position thereof when the first seat is in the bed configuration.

Abstract: A temperature modulation system for a bed, blanket, or other furniture includes a fluid for moderating temperature change, a number of conduit circuits for directing the fluid through respective zones, a control unit including a thermoelectric device for modulating temperature of the fluid, and a pump. Each of the conduit circuits selectively and independently directs fluid through its respective zone in order to produce a temperature within the zone that is independent of the temperature outside the zone. The system also includes an arrangement of one or more zones in an arrangement in which the control unit is programmed to vary the zone temperature over time according to a schedule.

Abstract: Temperature sensors are configured to sense a temperature for the sleeper and transmit temperature readings. A controller is configured to receive temperature readings; and send to a heating subsystem instructions to initiate a warming process that raises a distal temperature of the sleeper more than a proximal temperature of the sleeper. The heating subsystem that may include a heating element that, when engaged, can raise the distal temperature of the sleeper more than the proximal temperature of the sleeper.

Abstract: An air bed system including a plurality of peripheral devices and a pump unit configured to adjust a firmness of an air mattress, the pump unit including a pump. The system further includes a controller configured to execute instructions that cause the pump unit to wirelessly pair with at least one of the plurality of peripheral devices. The pump unit is configured to receive at least one control signal addressed to the at least one of the plurality of peripheral devices, and transmit the at least one control signal to the addressed device.

Abstract: The baby changing table system may comprise a base, a pad configured to be inserted into the base, a stabilizing brace having a first section and a second section, wherein the first section of the stabilizing brace rotatably interfaces with the base, and wherein the second section of the stabilizing brace interfaces with a surface.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an air mattress system including a first protection cell group disposed on one side of a support cell group. The first protection cell group includes a first middle cell having a height not exceeding a support surface, so as to preserve smooth routing paths for medical treatment pipelines and prevent obstructed flow of fluids. A front and a rear of the first protection cell group are respectively provided with a first front cell and a first rear cell, both of which are provided with bottom air chambers. When a patient needs to be transferred, the bottom air chambers are controlled to be deflated so that tops of the first front cell and the first rear cell are substantially lowered to be near the support surface to provide the patient with an unobstructed transition during the transfer.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to patient support systems, such as hospital beds, and particularly to reconfigurable patient support systems movable among a number of different positions. The present disclosure further relates to control algorithms and interfaces for use in patient support systems.

Abstract: A Bed Sheet Tensioner Apparatus comprising at least one weight container, wherein said weight container includes at least one pocket, an attachment mechanism wherein said attachment mechanism comprises at least two attachment points, and wherein at least one said attachment point is attached to a sheet and at least one attachment point is attached to said weight container, and at least one weight configured to fit within said pocket of said weight container.

Abstract: Systems, methods and techniques for operating a patient support apparatus are disclosed. The patient support apparatus includes a support structure including a base and a patient support surface to support a patient. The patient support apparatus also includes an actuator coupled to the support structure and operable to move the patient support surface. The actuator is configured to receive an applied voltage and an applied electrical current, and to produce an output power, where the applied electrical current varies based on different loads applied to the actuator. A controller is coupled to the actuator to determine a desired output power of the actuator and to control the actuator such that the output power produced by the actuator is controlled relative to the desired output power by modifying the applied voltage to compensate for the different loads being applied to the actuator.

Abstract: Provided is a medical imaging scanner system such as a PET scanner system having a patient bed pallet that is provided with at least one multi-axis motion sensor for monitoring the movement of the patient bed pallet and detecting any deviation in the orientation of the patient bed pallet from a predetermined desired orientation during the movement.

Abstract: A patient transport apparatus comprises a base, a patient support deck, a wheel assembly, and a braking system. The wheel assembly includes a wheel and a braking mechanism. The braking system includes a linkage assembly, a manual actuator, and an electrical braking assembly. The linkage assembly is arranged to place the braking mechanism in a braked state and a released state. The manual actuator moves the linkage assembly manually to place the braking mechanism in the braked state and the released state. The electrical braking assembly includes a driving assembly that moves to a first position and to a second positing that causes the linkage assembly to place the braking mechanism in the braked state and the released state. The linkage assembly is movable relative to the driving assembly to enable the braking mechanism to be manually actuated with the manual actuator.

Abstract: A mattress including a mattress core and a foam chamber surrounding six sides of the mattress core, and having a bottom layer with a slit separating a first portion of the bottom layer from a second portion of the bottom layer.

Abstract: A bed lift includes a bed support mechanism used to hold a bed in a raised position. The bed support mechanism includes a catch mechanism and a release mechanism. The release mechanism is configured to move the catch mechanism between an engaged position where the catch mechanism holds the bed in the raised position and a disengaged position where the catch mechanism does not hold the bed in the raised position.

Abstract: A pop up cover for a crib is provided for providing a safe, comfortable and isolated environment for a child in a crib. The pop-up cover may be made of breathable fabric panels having an integrated frame, for example a flexible frame, which can be folded (collapsed) on itself, for example when folded in specific ways if appropriate force is applied and which keeps the fabric in a taught, open position when unfolded (preventing the panels form falling inwards onto each other). The pop up cover can be lightweight and compact, quick and easy to set up, dark inside and breathable.

Abstract: A system for positioning a patient on a support structure having a support surface includes a sheet configured to be positioned on the support surface, the sheet comprising a first fastening element, and a roll strap comprising a top edge and a bottom edge. The roll strap further comprising at least one connection end configured to engage with a portion of the support structure to maintain the patient positioned on the sheet and the roll strap in an angled position relative to the support surface, where at least one of the top edge or the bottom edge of the roll strap comprises a second fastening element that is configured to removably couple with the first fastening element.

Abstract: An inflatable mattress comprises a top panel, a bottom panel, and a plurality of side panels. The mattress has a hollow cavity configured to be inflated. The mattress includes a top support device associated with only three sides of the inflatable mattress. The mattress includes a pillow support having a first edge and a second edge. The first edge is coupled to the top panel and the second edge is associated with the bottom panel.

Abstract: A robotic surgical system comprises a horizontal platform to support a patient, a rail positioned about the horizontal platform, a carriage operatively coupled to and configured to translate along the rail, and a robotic arm operatively coupled to the carriage and translated about the patient by the rail. The robotic arm is configured to operate on the patient in a variety of positions provided by the translating carriage. The rail provides a rounded path for the carriage, such as a U-shaped path. The U-shaped path may comprise a first leg and a second leg, the first leg longer than the second leg. Furthermore, the system may comprise a plurality of carriages operatively coupled to the rail and a plurality of robotic arms. Also, the system may further comprise a central base which the horizontal platform can articulate relative to, such as by translating horizontally or vertically, rotating, or titling.