Wall-concealed drying or relaxation apparatus

The present invention provides a wall-concealed drying apparatus, comprising of a housing chamber with at least one temperature element within the housing chamber and one fan coupled to at least one motor output disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow via a control circuit proximal. Additionally, at least one duct coupled to the fan and the temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber. The housing chamber is flushed against a wall, such that at least one spaced dispensing vent on a front wall of the housing chamber is aligned with at least one spaced apertures through the wall and fastened in place where, the apertures are in substantial alignment with the dispensing vents for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow to accomplish drying.

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Description
BACKGROUND

This invention relates to a concealed drying apparatus. Electric body dryers are opportune and ingenious as a replacement for towel drying. For example, they reduce maintenance costs and improve unhygienic environments associated with towel drying, particularly in gyms, hotels, and public restrooms. More importantly, wall concealed driers are also aesthetically striking as compared to the bulky conventional ones available in the market. Problems of towel theft are eliminated. Body dryers used in public places can be concealed in the ceiling or on a wall to prevent vandalism and theft. A body dryer would also be quite useful at home, particularly as a supplement to towel drying. Towel drying can be insufficient, particularly in a damp shower area, or in warm, humid weather. After a shower or bath, one is frequently left with a damp, sticky feeling which can be eliminated with a body dryer. Body driers are particularly helpful in drying kids, people with mobility issues and pets. More importantly, drying using a body drier is gentler on the skin. It can also help in reducing the bathroom chill.

Gregory U.S. Pat. No. 5,873,179 describes an air distribution panel for mounting to a wall, and which is fluidically coupled to a blower/motor assembly. The air distribution panel includes a number of vertically extended riser ducts, each riser duct having a series of vertically spaced air flow nozzles. The riser ducts receive forced heated or cool air from the blower/motor assembly, and dispense the forced air outwardly through the air flow nozzles, and toward a user. Further yet, the riser ducts have a tapered configuration towards a closed top end, Such that the volume of air continually decreases from a bottom end portion towards a top end portion. Gregory Suggests that the tapered configuration allows the velocity of air dispensed through the vertically spaced air flow nozzles to remain uniform and constant, and without requiring use of baffles, dampers, throttles or valves.

Various prior art references and competitive products in the market suffer disadvantages in that the apparatuses are bulky and use up space in the bathroom, shower etc. Furthermore, a number of apparatuses include electrical components which may easily come in contact with water or water sources during use, and thus pose potential safety and health risks to the users.

SUMMARY

In view of some of the disadvantages of known devices, one possible non-limiting object of the present invention is to provide a concealed dryer assembly which may permit an improved aesthetical look for a convenient and speedy drying. Another possible non-limiting object of the present invention is to provide a wall concealed apparatus which includes various customizable mechanisms allowing modifications to add, change or remove graphics and designs, and to selectively arrange air vents in a plurality of user selectable configurations.

Another possible non-limiting object of the present invention is to provide a concealed dryer assembly, configured for reducing or minimizing potential hazards and health risks to a user, such as injuries or deaths which may be caused by contact with electrical components and water or moisture during operation.

In a simplified aspect, the present invention provides a wall-concealed drying apparatus, comprising: a housing chamber; at least one temperature element within the housing chamber; at least one fan coupled to at least one motor output disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow via a control circuit proximal; at least one duct coupled to the fan and the temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber; said housing chamber flushed against a wall, such that at least one spaced dispensing vent on a front wall of the housing chamber is aligned with at least one spaced apertures through the wall and fastened in place; and said apertures in substantial alignment with the dispensing vents for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow to accomplish drying. Further yet, the housing chamber may have a plurality of walls including at least one top wall, bottom wall, side wall and a back wall. To dry at least one of a body, hair, feet, nails or hands. The housing chamber may be positioned in either a vertical or horizontal configuration and secured via wing extensions on the front wall with one spaced apertures.

Further yet in another aspect, the present invention has at least one wall of the housing chamber been bolted, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures to secure the housing chamber against a hidden surface of the wall. The wing extensions may be on any wall of the housing chamber. In yet another embodiment of the invention, the air vents at least one of a plurality of a hollow slot, circular slot, continuous slot in at least one of a vertical, horizontal, evenly or unevenly spaced configuration between the one apertures. Additionally, the temperature element blows at least one of a plurality of ambient air, hot air or cool air.

In yet another invention of the present invention, a control panel activates the apparatus via at least one of remote device, LCD control, motion sensor or a user-based gesture. Additionally, the control panel of the concealed drying apparatus, the vents may be adjustable and are activated by said control panel for directing and selectively preventing temperature-treated airflow at desired angles. Further yet, at least one hatch to provide access to the apparatus for maintenance work.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a top down view of the wall-concealed apparatus along with the environment according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 2 is a front view of the housing chamber according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 3 is a top down view of the wall-concealed housing chamber according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 4 is back view of the wall-concealed apparatus along with the environment according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 5 is a front view of the housing chamber according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 6 is a front view of the temperature element and fan assembly according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the wall-concealed apparatus showing bracketing according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 8 is front perspective view of the wall-concealed apparatus showing tiles layer according to an embodiment of the invention.

 DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The present invention will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which embodiments of the invention are shown. However, this disclosure should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. Like numbers refer to like elements throughout.

FIG. 1 illustrates a wall-concealed drying apparatus 100, comprising: housing chamber 102; at least one temperature element within the housing chamber; at least one fan coupled to a motor output disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow via a control circuit proximal; at least one duct coupled the fan and the temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber 102; said housing chamber 102 flushed against a wall 103, such that at least one spaced dispensing vent 105 on a front wall 106 of the housing chamber 102 is aligned with at least one spaced apertures 107 through the wall 103 and fastened in place for outward dispensing of the air; and said apertures 107 in substantial alignment with adjustable dispensing vents 105 for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow to accomplish drying.

Additionally, in another embodiment of the present invention, housing chamber 102 has at least one top wall, bottom wall, side wall and a back wall (not shown). Further yet, wall-concealed drying apparatus is used to dry at least one of body, hair, feet, nails and hands. The drying apparatus may be placed in a plurality of, but not limited to, spaces such as, kitchen, showers, gym, public restrooms, spas, salons, trains, planes, work environments, airports, hotels, ships, institutions etc. In an embodiment of the invention, the front wall of the housing chamber 102 is fastened to the wall 103 via wing extensions 108 of the housing chamber 102.

In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the front wall 106 of the housing chamber 102 is aligned within one spaced apertures 107 through the wall 103 and is fastened in place via winged extensions 108. In yet another embodiment any wall of the housing chamber 102 may be aligned within one spaced apertures 107 through the wall 103 and fastened in place via wing extensions 108. In another embodiment of the invention, the wing extensions 108 may be on any wall of the housing chamber 102 to be fastened in place between the apertures 107.

In yet another preferred embodiment of the present invention the front wall of the housing chamber 102 is bolted, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures 107 to secure the housing chamber 102 against a hidden surface of the wall 103. Further yet, in an embodiment of the invention any wall of the housing chamber 102 may be at least one of, but not limited to, bolted, screwed, taped, bracketed or glued to the apertures 107 to secure the housing chamber 102 against a hidden surface of the wall 103 in either a horizontal or vertical configuration.

Further yet, the distance between the apertures 107 in a standard construction for an interior wall is usually 16 inches or 24 inches. The size of the housing chamber 102 may vary depending and is entirely customizable depending on the placement of the apertures 107. For example, if the standard apertures 107 spacing in the interior walls in the United States is 16 inches than the housing chamber 102 may be approximately 16 inches to snugly fit between the one apertures 107. Alternatively, if the standard apertures 107 spacing in the interior walls in Australia is 12 inches, then the housing chamber 102 can be customizable to fit those standard requirements. Additionally, the housing chamber 102 may be customizable according to the size of the apertures 107. For example, in the colder regions of the world like Upstate New York, the apertures 107 standard size is 2 inches by 6 inches for the thicker insulation of homes, however in the tropical regions the apertures 107 have a standard size of 2 inches by 4 inches for regular insulation. The thickness of the housing chamber 102 may vary and be customizable according to local codes and laws.

Further yet, in a preferred embodiment of the invention the thickness of the vents 105 depends on the thickness of the wall 103 and the external tile layer 104. For example, in the United States, the apertures 107 are covered with half an inch wall 103 and a quarter inch of an exterior tile layer 104 hence, the thickness of the vents 105 is not more than three quarter of an inch. Alternatively, the exterior tile layer 104 may be of varied thickness hence, the thickness of the vents 105 may change to being not more than the total thickness of the wall 103 and exterior tile layer 104. Additionally, in various parts of the world depending on the geographic location, the wall layer 103 may be varied thickness for greater insulation, hence the size of the vents 105 varies but, is never greater than the total thickness of the wall 103 and external tile layer 104.

In yet another embodiment of the invention, the external layer 104 can be at least one of, but not limited to, a plurality of materials like tile, wood, cement, plaster, plaster of Paris etc.

In an embodiment of the invention, the housing chamber 102 may include an electrical/thermal insulation layer for improved safety and/or electrical efficiency. It is to be appreciated that the insulation member is not particularly limited, and may include plastics and polymers such as acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polyimide, polyetherether ketone (PEEK), polyethylene terephthalate, polyphenylene Sulfide, and polystyrene. It is to be appreciated that a person skilled in the art would readily recognize other insulation materials suitable for use with the invention.

FIG. 2, represents the front view housing chamber 200 according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment of the invention, the housing chamber 200 has at least one top wall 204, bottom wall (not shown), side wall 205 and back wall (not shown) with wing apertures 201 on the front wall 202. Further yet, in an embodiment of present invention, the housing chamber 200 has wing extensions 20 on the front wall 202 on either side to secure fastening with one spaced apertures (not shown). Alternatively, the wing extensions 201 may be on any wall of the housing chamber 200 to securely fasten the housing chamber 200 with the one spaced apertures (not shown) against a hidden surface of the wall (not shown). Further yet, in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the wing extensions 201 on the front wall 202 of the housing chamber 200 is, but not limited to, bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures (not shown) to secure the housing chamber 200 against a hidden surface of the wall. Alternatively, any wall of the housing chamber 200 may be, but not limited to, bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures (not shown) to secure the housing chamber 200 against a hidden surface of the wall.

Further yet, in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the housing chamber 200 is flushed against a wall (not shown), such that at least one spaced dispensing vent 203 on a front wall 202 of the housing chamber 200 is aligned with at least one spaced apertures (not shown) through the wall and fastened in place. Additionally, in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the vents 203 may be in at least one of a vertical or horizontal configuration.

In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the vents 203 are at least one of a, but not limited to, a plurality of a hollow slot, circular slot, continuous slot in at least one of a vertical, horizontal, evenly or unevenly spaced configuration. Further yet, in an alternate embodiment of the vents 203 may be a series of either horizontally or vertically placed circular slots for the flow of temperature-controlled airflow. Additionally, the direction of the airflow from the vents 203 is customizable by the user via the control panel (not shown).

Further yet, in an embodiment of the present invention, the one dispensing vent 105 has an equal or a slightly less thickness as the total thickness of the wall 103 and the outer layer 104.

FIG. 3 is a top down view of the wall-concealed housing chamber according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment of the invention, the housing chamber 300 has at least one top wall 305 bottom wall (not shown), side wall 303 and back wall 304 with wing extensions 305 on the front wall 301. Further yet, in an embodiment of present invention, the housing chamber 300 has wing extensions 305 on the front wall 305 on either side to secure fastening with one spaced apertures (not shown). Alternatively, the wing extensions 305 may be on any wall of the housing chamber 300 to securely fasten the housing chamber 300 with the one spaced apertures (not shown) against a hidden surface of the wall (not shown). Further yet, in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the wing extensions 305 on the front wall 301 of the housing chamber 300 is, but not limited to, bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures (not shown) to secure the housing chamber 300 against a hidden surface of the wall. Alternatively, any wall of the housing chamber 300 may be, but not limited to, bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures (not shown) to secure the housing chamber 300 against a hidden surface of the wall.

Further yet, in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the housing chamber 300 is flushed against a wall (not shown), such that at least one spaced dispensing vent 302 on a front wall 301 of the housing chamber 300 is aligned with at least one spaced apertures (not shown) across the wall and fastened in place. Additionally, in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the vents 302 may be in at least one of a vertical or horizontal configuration.

In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, the vents 302 are at least one of a, but not limited to, a plurality of a hollow slot, circular slot, continuous slot in at least one of, but not limited to, a vertical, horizontal, evenly or unevenly spaced configuration. Further yet, in an alternate embodiment of the vents 302 may be a series of either horizontally or vertically placed circular slots for the flow of temperature-controlled air. Additionally, the direction of the airflow from the vents 302 is customizable by the user via the control panel (not shown).

Further yet, in an embodiment of the present invention, at least one spaced dispensing vent 302 has an equal or a slightly lesser thickness than the total thickness of the wall (not shown) and the outer layer (not shown).

In a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, vents 302 may be adjustable and are activated by said control panel (not shown) for directing and selectively preventing temperature-treated airflow at desired angles. Further yet, the airflow from the vents 302 may be in at least one of, but not limited to, one direction, multiple direction or oscillating.

FIG. 4 is back view of the wall-concealed apparatus along with the environment according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment of the invention, the housing chamber 400 has at least one top wall (not shown), bottom wall (not shown), side wall (not shown) and back wall 401 with wing extensions 402 on the back wall 401. Further yet, in an embodiment of present invention, the housing chamber 400 has wing extensions 402 on the back wall 401 on either side to secure fastening with one spaced aperture 403.

Alternatively, the wing extensions 402 may be on any wall of the housing chamber 400 to securely fasten the housing chamber 400 with the one spaced apertures 403 against a hidden surface of the wall (not shown). Further yet, in an embodiment of the invention, the wing extensions 402 on the back wall 401 of the housing chamber 400 is, but not limited to, bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures 403 to secure the housing chamber 400 against a hidden surface of the wall. Alternatively, any wall of the housing chamber 400 may be, but not limited to, bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to the apertures 403 to secure the housing chamber 400 against a hidden surface of the wall.

Further yet, in an embodiment of the invention, the wall-concealed apparatus further comprising a body scan capture means for actuating said vents for at least one of an aperture or angle adjustment, in sections or throughout the length of the vent, by the user or autonomously, for at least one of directing or selectively preventing temperature-treated airflow at directed body parts. Additionally, in an embodiment of the invention, the wall-concealed apparatus wherein at least one of the walls of the housing chamber is disposed with at least one of an air intake or out-take to direct air flow in at least one direction to and from the apparatus.

In yet another embodiment of the invention, a wall-concealed apparatus in a kitchen may comprise of: a horizontal housing chamber, wherein said chamber is enclosed with a top wall, bottom wall, side walls, back wall; at least one temperature element within the housing chamber; at least one fan coupled to at least one motor disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow via a control circuit; at least one duct coupled to the fan-coupled motor and the temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber; the housing chamber flushed against a wall, such that at least one horizontally spaced dispensing vent on a front wall of the housing chamber is aligned with at least one apertures across the wall and fastened in place; and said apertures in substantial alignment with the horizontally placed dispensing vent for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow to accomplish drying of dishes, utensils, or hands.

FIG. 5 is a front view of the temperature element within the housing chamber according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment of the invention, wall-concealed drying apparatus, comprising: housing chamber 500; at least one temperature element 503 within the housing chamber 500; at least one fan 502 coupled to a motor output disposed within the housing chamber 500 to control air flow via a control circuit proximal to the temperature element 503; at least one duct 507 coupled to the fan 502 and the temperature element 503 to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber 500; said housing chamber 500 flushed against a wall (not shown), such that at least one, but not limited to, spaced dispensing vents 505 on a front wall 504 of the housing chamber 500 is aligned with at least one spaced apertures (not shown) through the wall (not shown) and fastened in place via wing extensions (not shown) on the front wall; and said apertures (not shown) in substantial alignment with the dispensing vents 505 for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow to accomplish drying.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the temperature element 503 to blow at least one of a plurality of ambient air, hot air or cool air. Additionally, the wall-concealed apparatus may be at least one of, but not limited to, electrically or wirelessly connected to the housing chamber 500. Further yet, the wall-concealed apparatus may be activated by a control panel (not shown) by at least one of, but not limited to, a remote device, LCD control, motion sensor, user-based gesture and user-based voice activated controls.

The temperature element 503 preferably includes: a motor, engine or fan 502 adapted for moving or driving an airflow from the air inlet and outwardly from the air dispensing outlet; a resistance heating element for heating the air flow: a control element for selectively activating or deactivating the heating element assembly; and a power supply. In yet another embodiment of the invention, the power supply is via a control panel connected by at least one of, but not limited to, electrically or wirelessly. Alternatively, the power supply is a removable rechargeable battery. The rechargeable battery is not particularly limited, and may include a nickel-cadmium (NiCd) battery, a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery, lithium ion battery, and/or lithium-ion polymer battery.

FIG. 6 is a front view of the temperature element and fan assembly according to an embodiment of the invention. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the temperature element within the housing chamber 600 according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment of the invention, wall-concealed drying apparatus, comprising: housing chamber 600; at least one temperature element 602 within the housing chamber 600; at least one fan 601 coupled to a motor output disposed within the housing chamber 600 to control air flow via a control circuit proximal to the temperature element 602; at least one duct (not shown) coupled to the fan 601 and the temperature element 602 to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber 600; said housing chamber 600 flushed against a wall (not shown), such that at least one, but not limited to, spaced dispensing vents (not shown) on a front wall (not shown) of the housing chamber 600 is aligned with at least one spaced apertures (not shown) through the wall (not shown) and fastened in place via wing extensions (not shown) on the front wall; and said apertures (not shown) in substantial alignment with the dispensing vents (not shown) for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow to accomplish drying.

Further yet, in an embodiment of the invention, the temperature element 602 and the fan 601 and the motor are attached to the top wall 601 of the housing chamber 600. Alternatively, in an alternate embodiment of the invention, the temperature element 602 and the fan 601 along with the motor are attached to any wall of the housing chamber 600.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the wall-concealed apparatus showing bracketing according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment of the invention, the front of the housing chamber is attached to the wall via brackets. Alternatively, any wall of the housing chamber may be attached to the wall to fasten in place using the brackets. Further yet, in an alternate embodiment of the invention, at least one wall of the housing chamber may be attached using at least one attaching element to secure the housing chamber and fasten in place.

FIG. 8 is front perspective view of the wall-concealed apparatus showing tiles layer according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment of the invention, the outer layer may be a plurality of elements that is used to conceal the housing chamber. The materials used for the outer layer may be at least one of, a plurality of or a combination of, tile, cement, wood, plaster of Paris, wall paper, any water-proof material, any heat-resistant material etc.

In the drawings and specification, there have been disclosed exemplary embodiments of the disclosure. Although specific terms are employed, they are used in a generic and descriptive sense only and not for purposes of limitation, the scope of the invention being defined by the following claims. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the present invention admits of a number of modifications, within the spirit and scope of the inventive concepts, and that it may be applied in numerous applications, only some of which have been described herein. It is intended by the following claims to claim all such modifications and variations which fall within the true scope of the invention

Claims

1. A wall-concealed drying apparatus, comprising:

a housing chamber;
at least one temperature element within the housing chamber;
at least one fan coupled to at least one motor disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow via a control circuit;
at least one duct coupled to the fan and the temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber for outward dispensing;
said housing chamber flushed against a wall, such that at least on dispensing vent on a front wall of the housing chamber is aligned with at least one aperture on the wall and fastened in place; and
said aperture in substantial alignment with the dispensing vent for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow via the vent to accomplish at least one of drying.

2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein said housing chamber has at least one top wall, bottom wall, side wall and a back wall.

3. The apparatus of claim 2, wherein said apparatus used to dry at least one of body, hair, feet, nails and hands.

4. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein said housing chamber comprises at least one of a vertical or horizontal configuration.

5. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising:

wing extensions on said front wall to secure fastening with at least one of a stud or wall.

6. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein at least one of said wall of the housing chamber is bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to at least one of a stud or wall.

7. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein said vents is configured in at least one of a vertical or horizontal configuration.

8. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein said vents are configured in at least one of a plurality of holes (slots), circular slot, irregular slots, rectangular slots, square slots, or a linear slot in at least one of a vertical or horizontal configuration.

9. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein said temperature element treats the air in communication from the fan assembly to dispense at least one of ambient air, hot air, or cool air.

10. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising:

a control panel being at least one of electrically or wirelessly coupled to the control circuit for the activation of the apparatus.

11. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein said control circuit is activated by at least one of a control panel, remote device, tablet, smart phone, LCD control, motion sensor, hand gesture, facial recognition, body recognition, or voice activation.

12. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein said vent may be configured for at least one of an aperture or angle adjustment, in sections or throughout the length of the vent, by the user or autonomously, for at least one of directing or selectively preventing temperature-treated airflow at directed body parts.

13. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising at least one hatch to provide access to the apparatus for maintenance work.

14. A wall-concealed apparatus, comprising:

an upright housing chamber, wherein said chamber is enclosed with a top wall, bottom wall, side walls, back wall;
at least one temperature element within the housing chamber;
at least one fan coupled to at least one motor disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow via a control circuit;
at least one duct coupled to the fan and the temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber for outward dispensing;
the front wall of the housing chamber flushed against a wall, such that at least one dispensing vent on a front wall of the housing chamber is aligned with at least one aperture across the wall and fastened in place; and
said aperture in substantial alignment with the dispensing vents for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow via the vents to accomplish drying or relaxation.

15. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein said apparatus is used to dry or relax at least one of a body, face, hair, feet, nails and hands.

16. The apparatus of claim 14, further comprising a wing extension on said front wall to secure fastening with at least one of a stud or wall.

17. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein at least one of said wall of the housing chamber is bolted, taped, screwed, bracketed or glued to at least one of a stud or wall.

18. The apparatus of claim 14, further comprising a control panel electrically or wirelessly coupled to the control circuit for the activation of the apparatus.

19. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein said control circuit is activated by at least one of a control panel, remote device, LCD control, motion sensor, user-based gesture, facial recognition, body recognition, or voice activation.

20. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein said control circuit is configured for a plurality of speeds, oscillation, or air-flow patterns to regulate the airflow by at least one of the user or autonomously.

21. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein said control circuit is configured for regulating timing of temperature-treated airflow.

22. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein said control circuit selectively provides for any one of, or combination of, variable temperature or variable intensity of air-flow by the user.

23. The apparatus of claim 14, further comprising:

said apparatus is installed in at least one of, bathrooms, public restrooms, trains, planes, salons, spas, gymnasiums, boats, cruise ship, ship, jail, work environments, airports, hotels, and kitchen.

24. A wall-concealed body apparatus in a bathroom, comprising:

an upright housing chamber, wherein said chamber is enclosed with a top wall, bottom wall, side walls, back wall;
at least one temperature element within the housing chamber;
at least one fan coupled to at least one motor disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow;
at least one duct coupled to the fan-coupled motor and a temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber for outward dispensing;
the housing chamber flushed against a wall, such that at least one vertically spaced dispensing vent on a front wall of the housing chamber is aligned with at least one aperture across the wall and fastened in place; and
said apertures in substantial alignment with the vertically spaced dispensing vent for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow from the vents to accomplish drying or relaxation.

25. The wall-concealed body apparatus of claim 24, further comprising a body scan capture means for actuating said vents for at least one of an aperture or angle adjustment, in sections or throughout the length of the vent, by the user or autonomously, for at least one of directing or selectively preventing temperature-treated airflow at directed body parts.

26. The wall-concealed body apparatus of claim 24, wherein at least one of the walls of the housing chamber is disposed with at least one of an air intake or out-take to direct air flow in at least one direction to and from the apparatus.

27. A wall-concealed drying apparatus in a kitchen, comprising:

a horizontal housing chamber, wherein said chamber is enclosed with a top wall, bottom wall, side walls, back wall;
at least one temperature element within the housing chamber;
at least one fan coupled to at least one motor disposed within the housing chamber to control air flow via a control circuit;
at least one duct coupled to the fan-coupled motor and the temperature element to direct a temperature-treated air flow through the housing chamber;
the housing chamber flushed against a wall, such that at least one horizontally spaced dispensing vent on a front wall of the housing chamber is aligned with at least one apertures across the wall and fastened in place; and
said apertures in substantial alignment with the horizontally placed dispensing vent for a user to receive the temperature-treated airflow to accomplish drying of dishes, utensils, or hands.
Patent History
Publication number: 20200305659
Type: Application
Filed: Mar 30, 2019
Publication Date: Oct 1, 2020
Inventor: Jacob Benvenisti (Jersey City, NJ)
Application Number: 16/370,910
Classifications
International Classification: A47K 10/48 (20060101);