Abstract: A doll eye mechanism responsive to the voice and designed as a replaceable unit provided in a toy or doll to simulate communication with a child. When the child speaks to the doll, the mechanism provides eye rotation, to simulate a human response. The mechanism comprises control circuitry which receives the voice as an input to a microphone, and converts this into a drive signal which powers a transmission designed as a motor and gears to provide rotation. The voice-responsive mechanism provides a metaphor for the natural mechanism of the brain which makes communication possible. The human eye, the organ of sight, receives the information (the child's voice) through the cornea (microphone) and passes on the message (via the control system) to the rear lobe of the brain (transmission mechanism) which coordinates the movement of the two eyes (two axes of motor).

Abstract: A portable foam mattress and accessory kit designed to afford comfortable sleep or rest in many applications and to allow for storage of related personal items. In the preferred embodiment, the portable foam mattress and accessory kit answers the need for comfort and portability in a novel design integrating the use of a thick foam pad within textile materials provided as a flexible cover made of cloth or synthetic fabric, conveniently shaped as a portable shoulder carrying bag. The flexible cover is formed with pockets for storage of personal items or accessories, such as clothing or articles of personal hygiene. When unfolded, the foam mattress can be laid on a floor, providing a truly comfortable resting surface, by use of an appropriately thick foam mattress. The foam pad is foldable into the travel shape with the flexible covering material forming its own carrying bag with straps, reducing bulkiness since no separate carrying bag is needed.