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Patent Application Title: TRANSENDER THERAPEUTIC GAMING SURROUND
SOUND RECLINING CHAIR
Inventors: Yvonne Ruth Wyman (Fountain Hills, Arizona United States) and Brook
Neilson Douglas (Fountain Hills, Arizona United States)
Cross ¨Reference to Related Applications
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Statement Regarding Federally Sponsored Research or Development
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Appendix
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:
Accordingly, the invention is a Therapeutic High Back Reclining Gaming Chair
with Surround
Sound and a Tactile Transducer for Bone Conduction. It relates to a recliner,
a gaming chair or
device and an audio type sound chair. Human Factors Engineering has been
applied to all the
design characteristics of the Invention.
When Garners participate in long gaming sessions, they typically sit on the
edge of a couch, bed
or hard backed chair, none of which provide support to the back, shoulders,
neck or head. As a
result many Garners suffer from associated aches and pains, thus limiting
enjoyment of the
experience. With the introduction of flat screen wall mounted televisions,
many Garners are also
forced to look upward to the screen as they play. The chair provides a
comfortable and
supportive platform for Garners. It can support their back, shoulders, neck
and head regardless of
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whether the level of sight is straight ahead or elevated. The armrests are
positioned at a level and
height that is specific to the angles typically used by Garners. The chair has
been designed to
support the positions and movements undertaken in a typical gaming session. In
this regard it is
has Therapeutic Benefits.
Garners often keep their legs in the same position for an extended period of
time. Consequently
Garners often suffer from symptoms of Venous Insufficiency; also referred to
as blood pooling,
which can be caused by standing or sitting for long periods of time. The chair
has a deployable
footrest that allows the Gamer to elevate their feet during a gaming session,
thus mitigating the
potential of Venous Insufficiency.
Unlike low-end fabric covered chairs, the Invention is covered with high-grade
leather to
withstand the wear and tear of Gaming. Garners often need to hydrate during
extended sessions.
This, combined with the motions required for competent play, often result in
spillage. Unlike
fabrics, the leather rejects spill absorption. The invention also includes,
whereas the flat speakers
are self-draining via drainage holes, in that event.
Garners have a need for a storage area for holding their remotes or
controllers. The invention
includes 2 leather repositories for storing remotes and controllers.
Gamers want the most out of their sessions and that includes advanced sound
technology.
Accordingly the Invention has 5.1-surround sound via a plurality of speaker.
The Invention
includes a plurality of recessed speakers specifically designed to facilitate
an angle of attack
that directs the most sound to the Gamer Occupant. This also reduces sound
bleeding. An
additional characteristic is the sound deadening materials incorporated in the
core areas of the
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chair. A subwoofer is located beneath the chair seat and directly below a
Central Processing
Unit. It enhances the bass and contributes to the surround sound experience.
The system also
includes a Tactile Transducer, which is also recessed and located in the core
of the back of the
chair. This Tactile Transducer provides bone conduction to the Gamer Occupant.
The invention includes both wireless and wired applications to facilitate the
sound and viewing
experience. In summary, an Infrared Remote Control sends a wireless signal to
a Transmitter.
The Transmitter has a connection to a television or viewing screen and also
sends a signal back
to the Central Processing Unit, located within the chair. The Central
Processing Unit contains a
programmable chip and it in turn instructs direct-wired commands to the
plurality of speakers,
the subwoofer and the tactile transducer.
The invention is unique as can be seen in the Drawings. There is a need among
the Gaming and
Entertainment Segments for the type and design of the Invention described
herein.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:
The Detailed Description of the Invention is the most accurate way of
detailing the current
anticipated applications of the Invention. The Description is not to be taken
in a wholly limiting
way but to represent the elements of the Invention. The scope of the invention
as well as the
features aspects and advantages are better understood and defined in the
Drawings, Descriptions
and Claims.
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The Invention may be applied in various forms, which may be independent from
the other
features, or in a combination with other features.
Human Factors Engineering has been applied to all the design characteristics
of the Invention.
Broadly the Invention relates to a Reclining Gaming Chair that is specifically
designed to
support the back, shoulders, neck, head and feet of a Gamer during gaming
sessions. The chair is
reclining with two positioned armrests, fold out footrest, adjustable
headrest, and a repository for
remote controls and gaming control devices. All are specifically designed with
consideration to
the motions and events related to Gaming. In this regard it has Therapeutic
Benefits.
The Invention has 5.1-surround sound that is specific to the events that take
place in the chair. It
includes a plurality of speakers, a subwoofer and a tactile transducer. The
location, direction and
positioning of the speakers and devices insures that a majority of the sound
is delivered to the
occupant rather than escape through sound bleeding. This is further supported
through the
incorporation of sound absorbing material in the hollowed out core portions of
the chair and
more specifically surrounding the non-facing sides of the devices. The
invention is designed with
high-grade leather covering for wear and tear.
The invention includes both wireless and wired applications to facilitate the
sound and viewing
experience. In summary, an Infrared Remote Control sends a wireless signal to
a Transmitter.
The Transmitter has a connection to a television or viewing screen and also
sends a signal back
to the Central Processing Unit, located within the chair. The Central
Processing Unit contains a
programmable chip and it in turn instructs direct-wired commands to the
plurality of speakers,
the subwoofer and the tactile transducer.
The Invention addresses the needs and desires of The Gaming Community by
providing a
supportive environment that provides greater comfort during gaming sessions
while also
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delivering a unique sound and tactile experience. The ergonomics of the design
are important
characteristics of the Invention. The tactile transducer adds a level of
engagement typically not
found in surround sound applications.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS:
Fig. 1 demonstrates a side view of the Transender Therapeutic Gaming Surround
Sound
Reclining Chair
Fig. 2 demonstrates an overhead/top view of the Transender Therapeutic Gaming
Surround
Sound Reclining Chair of Fig. 1.
Fig. 3 demonstrates a front view of the Transender Therapeutic Gaming Surround
Sound
Reclining Chair of Fig. 1.
Fig. 4 demonstrates a broad view of the Infrared Remote Control, Transmitter,
Central
Processing Unit, Speakers, Subwoofer and Tactile Transducer used in the
application of the
Transender Therapeutic Gaming Surround Sound Reclining Chair of Fig. 1.
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION:
The detailed description is the best representation of the invention in its
current state. It is not to
be taken in a wholly limiting sense but to demonstrate the general principles
of the invention.
Broadly the Invention relates to a Reclining Gaming Chair that is specifically
designed to
support the back, shoulders, neck, head and feet of a Gamer during gaming
sessions. The chair is
reclining with two positioned armrests, fold out footrest, adjustable
headrest, and a repository for
remote controls and gaming control devices. All are specifically designed with
consideration to
the motions and events related to Gaming. In this regard it has Therapeutic
Benefits.
The Invention has 5.1-surround sound that is specific to the events that take
place in the chair. It
includes a plurality of speakers, a subwoofer and a tactile transducer. The
location, direction and
positioning of the speakers and devices insures that a majority of the sound
is delivered to the
occupant rather than escape through sound bleeding. This is further supported
through the
incorporation of sound absorbing material in the hollowed out core portions of
the chair and
more specifically surrounding the non-facing sides of the devices. The
invention is designed with
high-grade leather covering for wear and tear.
The invention includes both wireless and wired applications to facilitate the
sound and viewing
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experience. In summary, an Infrared Remote Control sends a wireless signal to
a Transmitter.
The Transmitter has a connection to a television or viewing screen and also
sends a signal back
to the Central Processing Unit, located within the chair. The Central
Processing Unit contains a
programmable chip and it in turn instructs direct-wired commands to the
plurality of speakers,
the subwoofer and the tactile transducer.
Referring to Fig. 1, A Side View of the Invention
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is that it is a high-backed 8
leather covered
reclining gaming chair.
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is that it is positioned on
four stationary legs 1.
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is that the interior of the
high-back position 9 is
expanded to offer additional lower back support.
Referring to Fig. 1, an aspect of the Invention is that it allows for the
Occupant to deploy a
scissors driven footrest 5 whether the chair is in either an upright or in a
series of reclined
positions.
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is that the armrests 2 are
positioned in such a way
as to provide maximum support as it relates to typical gaming hand and arm
movements while in
an upright or reclined position.
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is that it allows for the
Occupant to use an
adjustable headrest 7 for support in either an upright or reclined position.
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is that it allows for the
Occupant to store remotes
and controllers in a leather repository 6 that is permanently attached to the
Chair.
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is a recessed the tactile
transducer 10, which
promotes bone conduction principals, that is mounted in the core section of
the back of the chair.
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Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is the Central Processing Unit
4 that is mounted
below the chair seat in a hollow core area.
Referring to Fig. 1 an aspect of the Invention is the Subwoofer 3 that is
positioned below and
attached to the Central Processing Unit 4.
Referring to Fig. 2, A Overhead View of the Invention
Referring to Fig. 2 an aspect of the Invention is that it contains two
recessed speakers 13 located
within the forward side sections of the chair that are positioned at an angle
so the sound is being
directed toward the occupant. The speakers contain drainage ports in the event
of liquid spillage.
The speakers are covered by an elongated grate 14.
Referring to Fig. 2 an aspect of the Invention is that it contains two
recessed speakers 11 located
within the upper side sections of the chair back that are positioned at an
angle so the sound is
being directed toward the occupant. The speakers are covered with a circular
grate 12.
Referring to Fig. 3, A Front View of the Invention
Referring to Fig. 3 is another view of the aspect of the Invention that it
contains a Central
Processing Unit 4, which is located in the hollow portion of the lower base of
the chair, below
the seat area.
Referring to Fig. 3 is another view of the aspect of the Invention that it
contains a Subwoofer 3,
which in mounted below and is attached to the Central Processing Unit 4, which
is located in the
hollow core of the lower base of the chair, below the seat area.
Referring to Fig. 3 an aspect of the Invention is that it contains a hand
lever 15 for the
deployment of the footrest. This may be deployed independent of the back
reclining process.
Referring to Fig. 3 another view of the aspect of the headrest 7.
Referring to Fig. 3 another view of the aspect of the armrest 2.
Referring to Fig. 3 another view of the aspect of the (undeployed) footrest 5.
Referring to Fig. 3 another view of the aspect of the remote and controller
repository 6.
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Referring to Fig. 3 another view of the aspect of the recessed high-back
mounted speakers 11.
Referring to Fig. 3 another view of the aspect of the feet 1.
Referring to Figs. 4, A Broad View of The Infrared Remote Control,
Transmitter, Central
Processing Unit, Speakers, Subwoofer and Tactile Transducer
Referring to Fig. 4 an aspect of the Invention is that an Infrared Remote
Control 16 which sends
a wireless signal to the Transmitter 17.
Referring to Fig. 4 an aspect of the Invention is that it is directed by an
Infrared Remote Control
16, which has functions that control on and off, surround sound volume,
subwoofer volume,
tactile transducer levels and muting. Other features may be added that direct
additional functions
of the Invention.
Referring to Fig. 4 an aspect of the Invention is that the Transmitter 17
after receiving the
command from the Infrared Remote Control 16, then sends a wireless signal to
the Central
Processing Unit 4, which is located in a hollow core directly under the seat
of the Chair as shown
in Figures 1 and 3.
Referring to Fig. 4 an aspect of the Invention is that the Subwoofer 3 is
located directly below
the Central Processing Unit 4 and is a part of the same cabinet and is shown
on Figures 1 and 3.
Referring to Fig. 4 an aspect of the Invention is the Central Processing Unit
4 contains a cord and
plug that is not shown in order to provide standard alternating current to the
Central Processing
Unit.
Referring to Fig. 4 an aspect of the Invention is the Central Processing Unit
4 contains a chip that
is not shown in order to direct signals via direct wiring to the Speakers 11
and 13 and Tactile
Transducer 10 and Subwoofer 3, which are shown independently through Figures
1, 2 or 3.
Referring to Fig. 4 an aspect of the Invention is that the Transmitter 17
contains inputs for
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connecting a television or viewing screen as well as other sources.
Referring to Fig. 4 another aspect of the Invention is that it allows for
multiple chairs to be
operated from the same Infrared Remote Control 16 and Transmitter 17.
