CA2514774A1 - Airbed combination - Google Patents
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
- A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
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- A47C17/04—Seating furniture, e.g. sofas, couches, settees, or the like, with movable parts changeable to beds; Chair beds
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- A47C21/00—Attachments for beds, e.g. sheet holders, bed-cover holders; Ventilating, cooling or heating means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses
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- A47C27/00—Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
- A47C27/001—Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses or cushions specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with several cushions, mattresses or the like, to be put together in one cover
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Abstract
An airbed combination having two twin size airbeds releasably attached along one upper edge by a zipper (e.g., on the gusset) and on the opposite side of the bed by another releasably attachable connector, such as two snaps. These connections permit the two airbeds to be used at least three ways: stacked together as a twin double high bed, zippered side by side together as a king size bed, and separated into two twin beds.
Description
AIRBED COMBINATION
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is directed to inflatable products, and more specifically to airbeds.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
An airbed, sometimes called an "air mattress," is a large rectangular rubber or plastic (e.g., vinyl) bag that is filled with air so that it may be used as a bed.
Airbeds are well known in the art and have proven themselves to be very useful.
On the one hand, an inflatable airbed may be deflated and folded to store the airbed in a closet or basement. On the other hand, when guests arrive or when the owner of the airbed takes a trip to a place where there is no bed, the airbed may be inflated and may be used as a bed.
Although airbeds work well for their intended purpose, one downside to the use of airbeds is that most conventional airbeds are only 4-10 inches tall. Thus, if an airbed is inflated and placed on the floor, a user must stoop significantly to get on the airbed, and getting off the airbed may also be difficult.
One type of airbed that has been used to address this problem is the double-high style. As the name suggests, these airbeds are approximately twice as tall as conventional airbeds, and thus are spaced from the floor an amount that is more like a conventional bed. Although these double-high airbeds work well, typically they are provided as double, queen or king sized beds, and smaller sizes are not available. In addition, although the height of the double high airbeds provides some comfort, there is not always room for such a large airbed.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The following presents a simplified summary of some embodiments of the invention in order to provide a basic understanding of the invention. This summary is not an extensive overview of the invention. It is not intended to identify key/critical elements of the invention or to delineate the scope of the invention. Its sole purpose is to present some embodiments of the invention in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
One embodiment of the present invention provides two twin size airbeds releasably attached along one upper edge, for example by a zipper (e.g., on the gusset). The two airbeds may additionally be releasably attached on the opposite edges of the airbeds by another connector, such as snaps. These releasable connections permit the two airbeds to be used at least three ways: stacked together as a twin double high bed, zippered together side by side as a king size bed, or separated into two twin beds.
In accordance with an embodiment, a sleeve is provided that is attached to at least one of the airbeds and which serves to bind the airbeds for transport or storage. The sleeve may be, for example, attached to a lower seam of one of the airbeds.
Other features of the invention will become apparent from the following detailed description when taken in conjunction with the drawings, in which:
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIG. 1 is a side perspective view of an airbed combination in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;
FIG. 2 is a side perspective view showing the airbed combination of FIG. 1, with two airbeds of the combination separated;
FIG. 3 is a side perspective view showing folding together of the two airbeds of the airbed combination of FIG. 1;
FIG. 4 is a cutaway view showing detail of attachment of a zipper tape to an airbed in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is directed to inflatable products, and more specifically to airbeds.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
An airbed, sometimes called an "air mattress," is a large rectangular rubber or plastic (e.g., vinyl) bag that is filled with air so that it may be used as a bed.
Airbeds are well known in the art and have proven themselves to be very useful.
On the one hand, an inflatable airbed may be deflated and folded to store the airbed in a closet or basement. On the other hand, when guests arrive or when the owner of the airbed takes a trip to a place where there is no bed, the airbed may be inflated and may be used as a bed.
Although airbeds work well for their intended purpose, one downside to the use of airbeds is that most conventional airbeds are only 4-10 inches tall. Thus, if an airbed is inflated and placed on the floor, a user must stoop significantly to get on the airbed, and getting off the airbed may also be difficult.
One type of airbed that has been used to address this problem is the double-high style. As the name suggests, these airbeds are approximately twice as tall as conventional airbeds, and thus are spaced from the floor an amount that is more like a conventional bed. Although these double-high airbeds work well, typically they are provided as double, queen or king sized beds, and smaller sizes are not available. In addition, although the height of the double high airbeds provides some comfort, there is not always room for such a large airbed.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The following presents a simplified summary of some embodiments of the invention in order to provide a basic understanding of the invention. This summary is not an extensive overview of the invention. It is not intended to identify key/critical elements of the invention or to delineate the scope of the invention. Its sole purpose is to present some embodiments of the invention in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
One embodiment of the present invention provides two twin size airbeds releasably attached along one upper edge, for example by a zipper (e.g., on the gusset). The two airbeds may additionally be releasably attached on the opposite edges of the airbeds by another connector, such as snaps. These releasable connections permit the two airbeds to be used at least three ways: stacked together as a twin double high bed, zippered together side by side as a king size bed, or separated into two twin beds.
In accordance with an embodiment, a sleeve is provided that is attached to at least one of the airbeds and which serves to bind the airbeds for transport or storage. The sleeve may be, for example, attached to a lower seam of one of the airbeds.
Other features of the invention will become apparent from the following detailed description when taken in conjunction with the drawings, in which:
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIG. 1 is a side perspective view of an airbed combination in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;
FIG. 2 is a side perspective view showing the airbed combination of FIG. 1, with two airbeds of the combination separated;
FIG. 3 is a side perspective view showing folding together of the two airbeds of the airbed combination of FIG. 1;
FIG. 4 is a cutaway view showing detail of attachment of a zipper tape to an airbed in accordance with an embodiment of the invention;
FIG. 5 is a side perspective view showing the airbed combination of FIG. 1 folded into a double high configuration; and FIG. 6 is a side perspective view showing the airbed combination of FIG. 1 folded and rolled for storage.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
In the following description, various embodiments of the present invention will be described. For purposes of explanation, specific configurations and details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments.
However, it will also be apparent to one skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced without the specific details. Furthermore, well-known features may be omitted or simplified in order not to obscure the embodiment being described.
Referring now to the drawings, FIG. 1 shows an airbed combination 20 in accordance with an embodiment. The airbed combination 20 includes first and second twin sized airbeds 22, 24 releasably attached at side edges. For example, as shown in FIG. 1, the top side edges of the two airbeds 22, 24, may be attached by a zipper 26. Although the embodiment shown depicts twin size airbeds for use in the airbed combination 20, other size airbeds may be used, including double, queen, king, or a custom size.
In accordance with an embodiment, the zipper 26 is formed by two separate zipper tapes, one each attached to a juncture of a side and a top for the airbeds 22, 24. In an embodiment, a seam for the airbed is provided at this juncture, and the zipper tape is attached to the seam. As is known, when two sheets of material for an airbed are welded, the welded juncture forms a seam. This seam includes excess flashing material that usually extends outward at the seam. In conventional airbeds, such junctures are formed at the connection of a top wall of an airbed to a sidewall for the airbed, and similarly at a connection of the bottom wall to the sidewall. In an embodiment of the invention, zipper tapes for the zipper 26 are attached to this flashing, for example at the connection of the top wall to the side wall. Example flashing 100 for this juncture is shown at FIG. 4.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
In the following description, various embodiments of the present invention will be described. For purposes of explanation, specific configurations and details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments.
However, it will also be apparent to one skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced without the specific details. Furthermore, well-known features may be omitted or simplified in order not to obscure the embodiment being described.
Referring now to the drawings, FIG. 1 shows an airbed combination 20 in accordance with an embodiment. The airbed combination 20 includes first and second twin sized airbeds 22, 24 releasably attached at side edges. For example, as shown in FIG. 1, the top side edges of the two airbeds 22, 24, may be attached by a zipper 26. Although the embodiment shown depicts twin size airbeds for use in the airbed combination 20, other size airbeds may be used, including double, queen, king, or a custom size.
In accordance with an embodiment, the zipper 26 is formed by two separate zipper tapes, one each attached to a juncture of a side and a top for the airbeds 22, 24. In an embodiment, a seam for the airbed is provided at this juncture, and the zipper tape is attached to the seam. As is known, when two sheets of material for an airbed are welded, the welded juncture forms a seam. This seam includes excess flashing material that usually extends outward at the seam. In conventional airbeds, such junctures are formed at the connection of a top wall of an airbed to a sidewall for the airbed, and similarly at a connection of the bottom wall to the sidewall. In an embodiment of the invention, zipper tapes for the zipper 26 are attached to this flashing, for example at the connection of the top wall to the side wall. Example flashing 100 for this juncture is shown at FIG. 4.
Although zipper tape may be attached directly to the flashing 100, the flashing material is tearable, and thus does not provide a strong anchor for sewing. To provide direct attachment of a zipper tape 102 to the flashing 100, in accordance with an embodiment, an intermediate strip 104 of material is provided between the zipper tape 104 and the flashing 100 of the airbed. This intermediate strip 104 of material preferably is formed of a composition that is weldable to the flashing and that includes a structure, such as a woven fabric, that permits the zipper tape 102 to be sewn to the strip while anchoring the zipper tape to the strip. In this manner, the strip 104 serves as a solid anchor for the zipper tape 102, and the risk of the zipper tape being torn from the seam is reduced. In an embodiment, the strip is formed of a woven material impregnated with polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and the airbed 24 (and thus the flashing 100) is also formed of PVC. Thus, the PVC in the strip 104 may be welded to the flashing 100, and the zipper tape 102 may be anchored (e.g., by sewing) into the woven material of the strip 104.
Another releasable attachment may be provided on the opposite side of the airbeds 22, 24. For example, in the embodiment shown in the drawings, the releasable attachment is made by two snaps 28. These snaps 28 comprise protrusions that extend into openings 29 on the opposite airbed. The snaps 28 may be welded onto one of the airbeds, and the openings 29 may be structures that are molded into the other airbed. Other connectors may be used, including, but not limited to, hook and loop fasteners, a zipper, ties, hooks, loops and toggles, clasps, or other suitable attachments.
The releasable connections at both sides of the airbeds permit the two airbeds 22, 24 to be used at least three ways. A first way is shown in FIG. 1, where the zipper 26 remains attached, and the two airbeds 22, 24 are aligned side by side to form a king size bed. A second way is shown in FIG. 5, where the two airbeds are folded together (e.g., FIG. 3) and stacked as a twin double high bed. In this embodiment, the zipper 26 and the snaps 28 are attached to hold the airbeds 22, 24 in place. A third way is shown in FIG. 2, where the two airbeds are separated into two twin beds (i.e., the zipper 26 and the snaps 28 are detached).
In accordance with an alternate embodiment, a releasable attachment, such as the zipper 26, may be provided to connect one side of the airbeds 22, 24, and a permanent attachment, such as welding of the two airbeds together, may be provided on the opposite side of the two airbeds 22, 24. In such an embodiment, the first and second configurations described in the above paragraph are provided. That is, the two airbeds 22, 24 may be folded flat to form a larger surface, such as a king sized bed, or may be stacked to form a double high bed, such as a double high twin. However, because of the permanent attachment, the two airbeds may not be separated such as in the third configuration. However, by providing just a single releasable attachment along one side, the user still has flexibility in use of the airbed combination.
In accordance with an embodiment, a sleeve 122 (FIG. 6) is attached to one of the airbeds 22, 24 and is configured so that it may extend around and enclose the airbeds when air is deflated from the airbeds and the airbeds are rolled and/or folded into a tight configuration. As an example, the sleeve 122 may be attached to the lower flashing of the upper airbed 24, or the upper flashing of the lower airbed 22. The airbeds 22, 24 may be deflated while stacked as shown in FIG.
Another releasable attachment may be provided on the opposite side of the airbeds 22, 24. For example, in the embodiment shown in the drawings, the releasable attachment is made by two snaps 28. These snaps 28 comprise protrusions that extend into openings 29 on the opposite airbed. The snaps 28 may be welded onto one of the airbeds, and the openings 29 may be structures that are molded into the other airbed. Other connectors may be used, including, but not limited to, hook and loop fasteners, a zipper, ties, hooks, loops and toggles, clasps, or other suitable attachments.
The releasable connections at both sides of the airbeds permit the two airbeds 22, 24 to be used at least three ways. A first way is shown in FIG. 1, where the zipper 26 remains attached, and the two airbeds 22, 24 are aligned side by side to form a king size bed. A second way is shown in FIG. 5, where the two airbeds are folded together (e.g., FIG. 3) and stacked as a twin double high bed. In this embodiment, the zipper 26 and the snaps 28 are attached to hold the airbeds 22, 24 in place. A third way is shown in FIG. 2, where the two airbeds are separated into two twin beds (i.e., the zipper 26 and the snaps 28 are detached).
In accordance with an alternate embodiment, a releasable attachment, such as the zipper 26, may be provided to connect one side of the airbeds 22, 24, and a permanent attachment, such as welding of the two airbeds together, may be provided on the opposite side of the two airbeds 22, 24. In such an embodiment, the first and second configurations described in the above paragraph are provided. That is, the two airbeds 22, 24 may be folded flat to form a larger surface, such as a king sized bed, or may be stacked to form a double high bed, such as a double high twin. However, because of the permanent attachment, the two airbeds may not be separated such as in the third configuration. However, by providing just a single releasable attachment along one side, the user still has flexibility in use of the airbed combination.
In accordance with an embodiment, a sleeve 122 (FIG. 6) is attached to one of the airbeds 22, 24 and is configured so that it may extend around and enclose the airbeds when air is deflated from the airbeds and the airbeds are rolled and/or folded into a tight configuration. As an example, the sleeve 122 may be attached to the lower flashing of the upper airbed 24, or the upper flashing of the lower airbed 22. The airbeds 22, 24 may be deflated while stacked as shown in FIG.
5, and then may be folded lengthwise and rolled into a tight formation such as is shown in FIG. 6.
A strip 124 attaches the sleeve 122 to the airbed. This strip 124 may be weldable to the flashing and may have an anchor (e.g., webbing), similar to the strip 104, so that the sleeve 122 may be sewn to the flashing.
Cords 126, 128 extend along the side edges of the sleeve 122 within channels formed in the sleeve. These cords 126, 128 are free to slide within the channels, but alternatively may be fixed in one position, such as by sewing a stitch through the sleeve 122 into each cord 126, 128.
After the airbeds 22, 24 have been rolled and/or folded into a compressed configuration, the sleeve 122 is pulled upward around the rolled airbeds and then extended around the airbeds. The cords 126, 128 are pulled tight and the ends of each cord are tied together so as to tighten the sleeve 122 about the ends of and around the airbed. In alternate embodiments, the cords are replaced with snaps, hook and loop fasteners, clips, clasps, hooks, or other suitable fasteners or fastening structures.
In a finished state, the sleeve 122 surrounds the airbed 22, 24. The sleeve permits the airbeds 22, 24 to be stored and transported when the airbeds are deflated. A handle 130 may be provided on the outside of the sleeve 122 for carrying the rolled and bound airbeds 22, 24.
Variations are within the spirit of the present invention. Thus, while the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, a certain illustrated embodiment thereof is shown in the drawings and has been described above in detail. It should be understood, however, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form or forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention, as defined in the appended claims.
The use of the terms "a" and "an" and "the" and similar referents in the context of describing the invention (especially in the context of the following claims) are to be construed to cover both the singular and the plural, unless otherwise indicated herein or clearly contradicted by context. The terms "comprising," "having,"
"including," and "containing" are to be construed as open-ended terms (i.e., meaning "including, but not limited to,") unless otherwise noted. The term "connected" is to be construed as partly or wholly contained within, attached to, or joined together, even if there is something intervening. Recitation of ranges of values herein are merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range, unless otherwise indicated herein, and each separate value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g., "such as") provided herein, is intended merely to better illuminate embodiments of the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention unless otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element as essential to the practice of the invention.
A strip 124 attaches the sleeve 122 to the airbed. This strip 124 may be weldable to the flashing and may have an anchor (e.g., webbing), similar to the strip 104, so that the sleeve 122 may be sewn to the flashing.
Cords 126, 128 extend along the side edges of the sleeve 122 within channels formed in the sleeve. These cords 126, 128 are free to slide within the channels, but alternatively may be fixed in one position, such as by sewing a stitch through the sleeve 122 into each cord 126, 128.
After the airbeds 22, 24 have been rolled and/or folded into a compressed configuration, the sleeve 122 is pulled upward around the rolled airbeds and then extended around the airbeds. The cords 126, 128 are pulled tight and the ends of each cord are tied together so as to tighten the sleeve 122 about the ends of and around the airbed. In alternate embodiments, the cords are replaced with snaps, hook and loop fasteners, clips, clasps, hooks, or other suitable fasteners or fastening structures.
In a finished state, the sleeve 122 surrounds the airbed 22, 24. The sleeve permits the airbeds 22, 24 to be stored and transported when the airbeds are deflated. A handle 130 may be provided on the outside of the sleeve 122 for carrying the rolled and bound airbeds 22, 24.
Variations are within the spirit of the present invention. Thus, while the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, a certain illustrated embodiment thereof is shown in the drawings and has been described above in detail. It should be understood, however, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form or forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention, as defined in the appended claims.
The use of the terms "a" and "an" and "the" and similar referents in the context of describing the invention (especially in the context of the following claims) are to be construed to cover both the singular and the plural, unless otherwise indicated herein or clearly contradicted by context. The terms "comprising," "having,"
"including," and "containing" are to be construed as open-ended terms (i.e., meaning "including, but not limited to,") unless otherwise noted. The term "connected" is to be construed as partly or wholly contained within, attached to, or joined together, even if there is something intervening. Recitation of ranges of values herein are merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range, unless otherwise indicated herein, and each separate value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g., "such as") provided herein, is intended merely to better illuminate embodiments of the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention unless otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element as essential to the practice of the invention.
Preferred embodiments of this invention are described herein, including the best mode known to the inventors for carrying out the invention. Variations of those preferred embodiments may become apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art upon reading the foregoing description. The inventors expect skilled artisans to employ such variations as appropriate, and the inventors intend for the invention to be practiced otherwise than as specifically described herein. Accordingly, this invention includes all modifications and equivalents of the subject matter recited in the claims appended hereto as permitted by applicable law. Moreover, any combination of the above-described elements in all possible variations thereof is encompassed by the invention unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context.
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1. An airbed combination, comprising:
a first airbed;
a second airbed, the first and second airbeds each having first and second side edges, the first and second side edges being on opposite sides of the airbed;
a first releasable connector positioned and configured to releasably connect the first and second airbeds along the first side edges of the two airbeds;
and a second releasable connector positioned and configured to releasably connect the first and second airbeds along the second side edges of the two airbeds.
a first airbed;
a second airbed, the first and second airbeds each having first and second side edges, the first and second side edges being on opposite sides of the airbed;
a first releasable connector positioned and configured to releasably connect the first and second airbeds along the first side edges of the two airbeds;
and a second releasable connector positioned and configured to releasably connect the first and second airbeds along the second side edges of the two airbeds.
2. The airbed combination of claim 1, further comprising a sleeve for encasing the two airbeds when the airbeds are deflated.
3. The airbed combination of claim 2, wherein the sleeve is attached to at least one of the first and second airbeds.
4. The airbed combination of claim 3, wherein the sleeve is connected to the first airbed via a strip of material that is weldable to the first airbed and that includes a structure that anchors the sleeve to the strip.
5. The airbed combination of claim 4, wherein the first airbed comprises polyvinylchloride, and the strip comprises polyvinylchloride and woven fabric.
6. The airbed combination of claim 1, wherein the first releasable connector comprises a zipper.
7. The airbed combination of claim 1, wherein the first connector comprises at least one member of the set of hook and loop fasteners, a zipper, ties, hooks, a loop and a toggle, and a clasp.
8. The airbed combination of claim 1, wherein the first connector comprises a snap with a protrusion on the first airbed, and an opening on the second airbed for receiving the protrusion.
9. An airbed combination, comprising:
a first airbed;
a second airbed, the first and second airbeds each having first and second side edges, the first and second side edges being on opposite sides of the airbed;
and a zipper positioned along the first side edges of the two airbeds and connecting the first and second airbeds.
a first airbed;
a second airbed, the first and second airbeds each having first and second side edges, the first and second side edges being on opposite sides of the airbed;
and a zipper positioned along the first side edges of the two airbeds and connecting the first and second airbeds.
10. The airbed combination of claim 9, wherein the zipper comprises first and second zipper tapes, and wherein the first zipper tape is connected to a seam of the first airbed, and the second zipper tape is connected to a seam of the second airbed.
11. The airbed combination of claim 10, wherein the first zipper tape is connected to the first airbed via a first strip of material that is weldable to the first airbed and that includes a structure that anchors the zipper tape to the first strip.
12. The airbed combination of claim 11, wherein the first airbed comprises polyvinylchloride, and the first strip comprises polyvinylchloride and woven fabric.
13. The airbed combination of claim 12, wherein the first strip is welded to flashing on the first airbed.
14. The airbed combination of claim 11, wherein the first strip is welded to flashing on the first airbed.
15. The airbed combination of claim 11, wherein the second zipper tape is connected to the second airbed via a second strip of material that is weldable to the second airbed and that includes a structure that anchors the second zipper tape to the second strip.
16. The airbed combination of claim 15, wherein the first and second airbeds comprise polyvinylchloride, and the first and second strips comprise polyvinylchloride and woven fabric.
17. The airbed combination of claim 16, wherein the first strip is welded to flashing on the first airbed, and wherein the second strip is welded to flashing on the second airbed.
18. The airbed combination of claim 15, wherein the first strip is welded to flashing on the first airbed, and wherein the second strip is welded to flashing on the second airbed.
19. An airbed combination, comprising:
a first airbed;
a second airbed, the first and second airbeds each having first and second side edges, the first and second side edges being on opposite sides of the airbed;
a first connector positioned and configured to connect the first and second airbeds along the first side edges of the two airbeds; and a sleeve for encasing the two airbeds when the airbeds are deflated.
a first airbed;
a second airbed, the first and second airbeds each having first and second side edges, the first and second side edges being on opposite sides of the airbed;
a first connector positioned and configured to connect the first and second airbeds along the first side edges of the two airbeds; and a sleeve for encasing the two airbeds when the airbeds are deflated.
20. The airbed combination of claim 19, wherein the sleeve is attached to at least one of the first and second airbeds.
21. The airbed combination of claim 20, wherein the sleeve is connected to the first airbed via a strip of material that is weldable to the first airbed and that includes a structure that anchors the sleeve to the strip.
22. The airbed combination of claim 21, wherein the first airbed comprises polyvinylchloride, and the strip comprises polyvinylchloride and woven fabric.
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