Abstract:
Disclosed is a connector, comprising a base including one or more supports extending from the base, a diverter that is offset from the base via the one or more supports, and a passage defined in the base having a size that is substantially the same as a size of the diverter. The diverter is configured to extend through a layer in a climate control device. The diverter restricts the layer from obstructing the passage.
Abstract:
A support cushion cover assembly for removing humidity and heat from a contact surface of a support cushion is provided. The support cushion cover assembly comprises a support cushion cover that includes an upper panel having a top surface, a bottom surface, and a middle spacer layer positioned between the top surface and the bottom surface. The support cushion cover further includes an amount of hygroscopic material and at least one flexible tube that defines a plurality of fenestrations. Each fenestration is in fluid communication with the middle spacer layer of the upper panel. An air pump is further included in the cover assembly and is operably connected to the flexible tube, such that an amount of air is delivered into the flexible tube and the middle spacer layer of the cover. Methods for removing humidity from a contact surface of a support cushion are also provided.
Abstract:
A support device or chair can include an inductive charging systems can be used to charge a battery. The chair or support device can include a climate control system to provide personal comfort to an occupant, such as an office worker, using personal thermal amenity devices.
Abstract:
A support cushion for converting a temperature difference into an electrical voltage is provided. The support cushion includes a body supporting portion, a heat dissipating portion comprised of a thermally-absorbent material and positioned adjacent to the body supporting portion, and a plurality of thermoelectric elements that are positioned and configured to convert a temperature difference between the body supporting portion and the heat dissipating portion into an electric voltage at a charging port. Methods of converting a temperature difference into an electric voltage are also provided.
Abstract:
A device for active ventilation of a seat arranged on a lower portion (1) of the seat having a seat part (2) movably mounted on a bearing member (12) and being air permeable at least in the region of a ventilated area (21), comprising as essential features at least one blade (3), rotatably mounted on the seat part (2) or on the lower portion (1), which blade is kinematically associated with the seat part (2) or the lower portion (1) of the seat in such an arrangement that the rotation axis (32) of the blade (3) is situated closer to the point of action (221) of the force exerted by an actuating element (22), kinematically associated with the seat part (2), than to the point of gravity of the area (33) of the blade (3). According another alternative embodiment the seat part (2) is rotatably mounted about at least one rotary axis 01 on the bearing member (12), the ventilation chamber (4) is limited by one movable wall (3), which movable wall (3) is rotatably coupled to the end of a longer arm of a single-armed or two-armed transmission lever (35) rotatably mounted on the lower portion (1), whereby the end of a shorter arm of the transmission lever (35) is directly or by means of a kinematic link coupled to the seat part (2).
Abstract:
A climate controlled seat assembly includes an outer frame and one or more layers of fabric. A panel member attached to the opposite side of the frame defines an inner space located between the panel member and the fabric. One or more channels attached to or formed, in part, by the panel member are in fluid communication with an opening in the panel member and a plurality of orifices located on the channels. Air from a fluid module or other device enters the channels and is discharged through the orifices in the direction of the fabric. The air passes through the fabric and reaches an occupant situated on the seating assembly.
Abstract:
A cooler having an integrated seat assembly, includes a cooler body which can have one or more compartments. The cooler body is coupled with a seat assembly bracket by a coupling means, such as a hinge. Seat backs are integrally formed in one sidewall of the cooler body and seat bottoms are formed on the bracket, such that when the bracket is opened, it forms a seat with the seat backs. The bracket can be folded up flat against the cooler in a closed and locked position, for easy storage or transportation.
Abstract:
A heat exchanging coil (21) is immersed in water (16) in a heating pod (20) heated over a fire (19) or other heat source. Flexible tubing (40) connected to the coil transmits heated water or other fluid under pressure from a water pump (35) in a reservoir (30) connected to the tubing. Loops of the tubing pass through various outdoor activity items including sleeping bags (50), tents (60), heaters (70), bowls (100), chairs (90), and a shower (122). The heated water is pumped intermittently in a continuously recirculating flow from the heating coil to the item(s) and back again through the heating coil. A timer (34) connected to the pump allows flow of the heated water bolus at any desired timed interval. Alternately, ice or snow or cold water may be used in the heating pod and the pump activate to circulate chilled water for cooling in conditions of extreme heat.
Abstract:
A system for controlling ambient temperatures of exposed structures using phase change materials and/or tempered liquid delivery systems. Phase change materials may be fabricated to hold the surrounding temperature at a desired temperature, such as 70 degrees Fahrenheit / 21 degrees Celsius. As the heat load rises above this desired temperature, the heat is absorbed into the phase change material until that material has completely transitioned through its phase change, after which it will no longer absorb heat load. As the temperature then cools off at night, the heat is released from the phase change material, and the material changes back into its original phase. Phase change material may be placed within or on the exterior of stadium chairs. A liquid piping system may also be used to provide ambient heat control, including liquid piping for piping temperature-controlled liquid throughout the stadium while preventing condensation.