KR20180074690A - Contoured diaper changing pads including lighting - Google Patents

Abstract

A diaper change pad having a body, the body including a head end, a foot end, and peripheral side edges. And at least one light source connected to the diaper exchange pad. The light source may be integrated or detachably attached to the diaper exchange pad. Optionally, the diaper changing pad can have a toy mobile and an audio device, so that the baby can be entertained.

Description

Contoured diaper changing pads including lighting

The present invention relates generally to the field of diaper changing pads, and more particularly to a new diaper changing pad including a removable or non-removable light source.

The following information may be useful for a better understanding of this disclosure. The information contained in this section shall not be construed as an admission that the information provided is an important or prior art, or acknowledged as described in the instant disclosure, or that any publication or document, whether implicitly or otherwise referred to, I do not accept.

Conventional diaper changing pads include pads, straps, support cushions, changing valets, and the like.

For example, conventional diaper exchange techniques include the following:

(1) infant pads and mattresses with a strap disposed in the center of the mat - for example, USD 436281-; And an infant support cushion comprising a V-shaped mat (or pad with triangular sides) as disclosed in US 6,125,487;

(2) Lamps used in diaper changing devices, such as US7810181 and US20060163236, all have lighting close to the head of the infant and can include an aroma diffuser and a music player; US20140311843 has a night light on the edge of the case; CN203000132U refers to the infant's feet and has two lights that keep the infant's eyes from hitting;

(3) a folding case having a diaper pad and lighting arranged on the side of a case used for entertainment, such as US8400300 B2;

 (4) a forced air dryer, such as US6928235 B2, which is part of the infant diaper changing process;

(5) phototherapy lights including a plurality of blue lights, such as US20080116401 and CN203777515 U, which are used for neonatal jaundice treatment of infants;

(6) The bottom plate of an infant incubator, such as CN203777515 U, has warm light;

(7) a plumbing support pillow including a support cushion that provides light in front of the person, e.g., US 7305728 B2, operating under the sink in the cabinet;

(8) The bottom plate of the incubator, for example, CN 203802728 U, can provide illumination upon replacement of the diaper, with warm lighting disposed on the base plate of the incubator (within the corner of the incubator); And

(9) The bed or mattress is provided with lighting, such as night lighting (s), such as CN202020099U, CN203882566U, US4220984A, US2,290,866, CN203915309U, and CN2907407Y.

While none of the above disclosures and patents have been taken alone or in combination, they are shown to describe the disclosure as claimed. Thus, for example, any or all of the following attributes, such as less complex, e.g. fewer parts, improved diaper changing ability, e.g. longer lifetime, better lighting and additional features or options, There is a need for an improved diaper pad and it provides an entertainment or amusing environment within a more convenient means and ideally smaller footprint means - for example, a compact size design - while, for example, changing diapers , Significantly reducing or preventing the above-mentioned problems.

In one aspect, a diaper changing pad includes a main body having a head end, a foot end, and marginal side edges, . At least one light source is connected to or incorporated within the diaper exchange pad in proximity to the foot end.

In another aspect, a diaper changing pad is disclosed including a body having a head end and a foot end and peripheral side edges. At least one light source is coupled to or integrated into the lower half of the body including the foot end.

In another aspect, a diaper changing pad is disclosed including a body having a head end and a foot end and peripheral side edges. The peripheral side edges may be simply flat or may be contoured bolsters to help center the infant. The at least one light source may be coupled or coupled within the lower region of the body including the foot end, and / or may be coupled or coupled within the peripheral side edge.

1 is a block diagram showing a contoured diaper exchange pad 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 illustrates a series of spaced apart recessed LED lights 50% below the marginal side edges 108 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention in Figure 1 120 is a top view showing a consumer product 200 using a contoured changing pad 100. The consumer view 200 is a top view showing a consumer product 200 using a contoured changing pad 100 having a plurality of pads 120,
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of 50% of marginal side edges 108 including security straps 110 and buckles 111 according to one embodiment of the present invention in FIG. A consumer product 300 using a contoured replacement pad 100 having a series of spaced-apart, recessed LED lights 120 of a 50% lower portion 122, In FIG.
FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of the present invention from a mid-line position 126 of a main body 102 that includes a foot end 106 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention in FIG. Showing a consumer product 400 using a contoured replacement pad 100 that includes at least one light source 118 recessed into a lower half 128 View.
FIG. 5 illustrates a contoured, translucent, patterned hood (not shown) having an edge 132 extending and attached to a foot end 106 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention in FIG. is a top view showing a consumer product (500) using a contoured replacement pad (100) as a contoured, semi-light transparent, patterned hood (130).
Figure 6 illustrates at least one light source positioned at a distance 134 of approximately 2/3 from the mid-line position 138 of the body 102 proximate the foot end 106, according to an embodiment of the present invention in Figure 5 And after dark constellation scene 140 on the ceiling 142 of the room or infancy room visible by the user on the head end 104, A contoured replacement pad 100 using contours, translucent, patterned hoods 130 having edges 132 attached and extended proximate to the foot end 106, projects through the exterior surface, The consumer product 600 is a side view.
Figure 7 illustrates a diaper replacement pad 100 comprising a foot end 106 according to one embodiment of the present invention in Figure 1 and LED displays 149 and 153 spaced on the head end 104, This is the top view shown.
FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a diaper change pad (not shown) including an extended light bar 151 and 155 extending at least on a foot end 106 and a head end 104, respectively, according to an embodiment of the present invention in FIG. 100).
Figure 9 illustrates a mobile insert toy 150 positioned proximate a head end 104 in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention in Figure 1 and a foldable, Is a top view illustrating a diaper changing pad 100 having at least one light source 118 supported by a bendable, hidden,
10 is a view of an embodiment in which the light source is a standalone device.
Figure 11 is a view of the stand-alone device of Figure 10 with a base wedged under the diaper changing pad.
12 is a view of an embodiment in which the light source is a stand-alone device.
Fig. 13 shows the top of a stand-alone device-diaper changing pad of Fig. 12; Fig.
14 is a block diagram showing the relationship between the light source and the switch in the diaper exchange pad.
Fig. 15 is a block diagram showing the relationship of a light source, an audio device, and a switch in a diaper changing pad.

In view of the above disadvantages inherent in known diaper exchange pads, the present invention provides a new diaper exchange pad including light. It is a general object of the present invention to be described below to provide a specially designed diaper change pad with illumination near the foot end of the pad.

The present invention has a significant improvement and is provided as a diaper changing pad having a light source. As will be described herein, it should be understood that advantages, and novel features, may not necessarily be achieved in accordance with any particular embodiment of the disclosure. Accordingly, this disclosure may be embodied or carried out in such a manner as to either optimize or achieve one or more of the advantages taught herein without the attainment of many or all of the advantages that may be exhibited or suggested. The features of the present invention which are believed to be novel are expressly claimed herein. It should be noted that the drawings may be in a simplified form or may not be exact scale. Directional terms such as top, bottom, left, right, top, bottom, over, top, bottom, bottom, rear, front, end, and proximity, . Such directional terms should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments in any way.

The accompanying drawings, which illustrate portions of the disclosure, illustrate an embodiment and method (s) of use of the contoured diaper changing pad 100 according to the teachings of the present invention for the present invention.

The various embodiments of the present disclosure will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein like numerals represent like elements.

As described above, an embodiment of the present invention relates to the field of diaper changing pads, and more particularly, to a new diaper changing pad having a light which may or may not be a removable accessory piece.

Referring to the drawings by reference numerals, referring to Figs. 1 to 9, as described above, an embodiment of the present invention relates to a diaper exchange pad. In general, the diaper change pad is initiated with illumination at the foot end. Advantageously, the diaper changing pad is provided with improved lighting, for example ambient lighting, accent lighting, lighting, etc., so that when the diaper is changed, the changing of the diaper can be performed without lighting the room at night - Work lighting, and direction lighting (ambient lighting, accent lighting, task lighting, and directional lighting). Advantageously, in some embodiments, the diaper changing pad provides a strap for pressing the infant so that the infant does not fall or slip during diaper changing. In addition, another advantage of the new diaper changing pads includes a light source repositionable on the foot end, a toy mounted on the head end, and / or an illuminated ceiling display for the infant when changing the diaper on a new diaper changing pad.

1 is a block diagram showing a diaper exchange pad 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

1, the diaper change pad 100 is disclosed including a body 102 having a head end 104, a foot end 106, and a peripheral side edge 108. As shown in FIG. Referring to Figures 2 and 3, one or more light sources (s) 118 are coupled (or connected or detachably attached) within the diaper exchange pad 100 proximate to the foot end 106.

One new feature to be considered has at least one light source 118 disposed on the upper surface of the diaper change pad 100 and the light source 118 is oriented upwardly It is preferable to flush with the upper surface. In one contemplated embodiment, the light source 118 is an ambient light, not a spot light, so as to exchange baby diapers and not to inconvenience the individual towards the light source 118.

Preferably, in some embodiments, at least one light source 118 is coupled (or connected or detached) on approximately 50% lower portion 122 of peripheral side edge 108 that extends proximate to foot end 106 (Possibly attached) a series of spaced apart, recessed LED lights 120. Preferably, when the infant 101 is exchanged, by having light emitted from the side from the peripheral side edge 108, the diaper does not block the light. In some embodiments, at least one light source 118 that is coupled (or connected or detachably attached) is coupled from a centerline-position 126 of the body 102 that includes a foot end 106 to a lower half 128 And a light source 118 which is disposed almost in the vicinity of the light source.

3-4, there are various scales and locations for at least one light source 118, security strap 110, and body 102. In one embodiment,

Although the above embodiment specifically requires a series of spaced apart, recessed LED lights, it is contemplated that any type of known illumination device of any type (e.g., light strip, single light, light bar) For example, incandescent light bulbs, or other non-LED lights, are also contemplated in the foregoing and subsequent embodiments.

As illustrated throughout this disclosure, at least one light source 118 may be recessed, flat, cylindrical, spaced apart, extended, etc., and may include a foot end 106, a head end 104, For example at least one of the peripheral side edges 108 along the 50% lower portion 122 of the body 10.

The security strap 110 can be made of nylon, cloth, fabric, rubber, composite material, etc. and can have various length (s), width (s), and thickness (s) And an attaching apparatus 147 - to the body 102 so that the infant 101 can be safely and comfortably protected.

In some embodiments, as best shown in FIG. 3, the security straps 110 are substantially mid-range 112 along the peripheral side edge 108 of the body 102, For example, to the buckle 111 and extend over the upper side 116 of the body 102 using, for example, a zipper 111 - for example, a diaper exchange pad 100, To protect the infant 101 while exchanging the diaper. The security strap 110 may include any attachment device 147, such as a clip, a magnet, a hook and loop fastener, etc., for retraction, storage, fastener, or the like, and may extend out of the body 102, and the attachment device 147 is not limited to the examples provided herein.

The body 102 may have various lengths (s), width (s), and height (s) required for comfort and protection of the infant 101 - depending on the room, ambient, ambient conditions, size, length, ).

In one exemplary example, at least one light source 118 that is recessed includes a DIA = approximately 139.7 mm diameter (DIA = approximately 139.7 mm diameter) and DEPTH = approximately 31.78 recess depth (DEPTH = approximately 31.78 recess depth) and; The security straps 110 have a length SL of about 444 mm and a length SR of about 244 mm and a width SW of about 444 mm in length and SR (strap right) = approximately 244 mm in length, and SW = approximately 25.44 mm in width); And body 102 have a length ML of about 787 mm and a width MW of about 406 mm and a height MH of about 101 mm (ML = approximately 787 mm in length and MW = approximately 406 mm in width and MH = approximately 101 mm in height).

4, the middle portion of the body 102 is contoured so that the interior portion where the infant 101 rests is lower than the marginal sides 108. In one embodiment, . In one embodiment, the middle portion of the body 102 is about 38 mm high and the peripheral side 108 is about 38 mm high (at the beginning of the middle portion of the body 102 and at the beginning of the peripheral side edge 108) To an approximate final height of 101 mm (at the outer edge of the peripheral side edge 108).

In some embodiments, a contoured, translucent, patterned hood 130 is used - with an edge 132 extending and attached proximate the end 106.

As best shown in FIG. 5, the contoured, translucent, patterned hood 130 is, for example, a color blue, and, for example, White stars 131 placed on top of the patterned hood 130, for example, contoured, translucent, yellow semi-moon (light-transparent) a yellow colored half-moon 133, and the like.

Preferably, the contoured, translucent, patterned hood 130 covers a portion of the light emitted from the at least one light source 118. Preferably, the contoured, translucent, patterned hood 130 is at least about two-thirds of the distance 134 from the mid-line position 138 of the body 102 proximate the foot end 106, And redirects light from one light source 118.

6, the contoured, translucent, patterned hood 130 may be a room or a ceiling of a toddler room visible by a user on the head end 104 - e.g., Projects the outer surface of the constellation 140 after the dark constellation scene on the outer surface 142 thereof.

In another embodiment, semi-light transparent, hood 130 is positioned near head end 104, and light from at least one light source 118 is transmitted to a user near the foot end 106, As shown in FIG. Additional light sources are placed on the foot end to lighten the bottom of the infant.

In another embodiment, the translucent hood 130 may be detachably or permanently connected to the diaper changing pad 100 at any desired location so that the outer surface of the dark constellation scene 140 after the user's selection To the ceiling 142 of the room or infant room.

In some embodiments, as best seen in Figures 7 and 8, the light source includes at least one light source 152,154-a light source that is attached in close proximity to the foot end 106 and / For example, recessed LED lights 149 and 153, extended light tubes or elongated light bars 151 and 155, and the like.

In some embodiments, foldable arms 146 that are bendable and hidden, as best shown in FIG. 9, can be positioned along location 144 proximate to foot end 106 At least one light source (118).

9, the mobile insertion toy 150 is positioned at about a third of the distance 136 from the centerline position 138 of the body 102 proximate the head end 104. In some embodiments, Removably attaches to and dangles.

As described above, the at least one light source 118, 152, 154 may include accent lighting, working lighting, ambient lighting, and directional lighting.

In some embodiments, foldable arm 146, which is bendable and hidden, as best shown in FIG. 9, includes at least one light source 146 that may be positioned along location 144 proximate to foot end 106, (118). In some embodiments, the foldable arm 146, which is bendable and concealed, has at least one light source 118 that can be positioned along a position 144 proximate to the foot end 106.

In some embodiments, the foldable, hidden, foldable arm 146 including the at least one light source 118 may be coupled to any attachment device 147, such as a clip, a magnet, a hook, and a loop fastener attached to the foot end 106 by retraction, storage, and extensions of the body 102 to the foot end 106 by means of a fastener or the like, But are not limited to the examples provided.

In some embodiments, the foldable arm 148, which is bendable and concealed, may be attached to the head end 104 by any attachment device 147 for shrinking - e.g., a clip, a magnet, a hook and a loop fastener, Attached to the pad 100 for retraction, storage, and extensions to the exterior of the body 102, and the attachment device 147 is not limited to the examples provided herein.

In some embodiments, the at least one light source 152 includes an extended light bar 151, a spaced LED display 149, and the like, and is positioned generally along the foot end 106.

For example, at least one light source 118, 152, 154 includes accent lighting, working lighting, ambient lighting, and directional lighting.

In some embodiments, the mobile insertion toy 150 may be about two-thirds distance from the centerline position 138 of the body 102 proximate the head end 104, as shown, for example, 136, respectively. For example, at least one light source 152 may include a directional illumination-for example, an elongated light tube 151, a recessed LED illumination 149, etc., that are closely attached near the foot end 106 -.

Another aspect of the present invention relates to a detachable accessory for the diaper changing pad 100. [ The light sources described above (i.e., light bars, bulbs, series of LED lights, light on a retractable arm, light with a hood illuminating a constellation) It can be a stand-alone accessory that can be wedged under, placed, inserted, attached or connected under the pad.

As shown in Fig. 10, the diaper exchange pad 102 is disposed on the upper portion of the table 5. Fig. The stand-alone optical accessory is disposed adjacent to the diaper exchange pad on the table (5). The standalone optical accessory is considered to have a body portion 246 to which the light source 218 is connected. Any of the aforementioned light source types may be implemented. Preferably, the body portion 246 is larger than the thickness of the diaper exchange pad 102. 11, the body portion 246 can be connected to a base 255 that can be fitted (or sliding) downwardly of the diaper change pad 102 and thus extends to a simple weight of the diaper change pad 102 . Preferably, the base 255 is at least 10 cm, more preferably at least 15 cm, or most preferably at least 20 cm from the body portion 246 (by at least 10 cm, more preferably by at least 15 cm, at least 20 cm). In this embodiment, the accessory does not require a clip or clamp to securely attach itself to the diaper changing pad. The user provides a direction of illumination that is best suited for diaper changing so that the base 255 is positioned below any side of the diaper change pad 102 (head end side, foot end side, lateral sides) (Freely wedge).

Referring now to FIGS. 12 and 13, a standalone light accessory having a housing 288 is disposed next to the diaper changing pad 102. The stand-alone optical accessory has a light source 218 and a hood 218 covering the light source 218. As shown in FIG. 13, the user can freely dispose the discrete optical accessory on the upper surface of the diaper change pad 102.

In other contemplated embodiments, the hood 218 as shown in Figs. 12 and 13 may have a configuration similar to the embodiment shown in Fig. 6 - the hood 218 may be tilted to reflect light towards the infant have. In another embodiment, the hood 218 as shown in Figs. 12 and 13 may have a design similar to the embodiment shown in Figs. 5 and 6 - the hood 218 may have a ceiling And may have a star shape or other shape or character so that it can be projected onto the screen.

Any embodiment of the stand-alone optical accessory described herein may be powered by a battery, a power cord, or may have a recharging function.

In another embodiment, the stand-alone accessory may have a light source 218, alternatively or additionally, any mobile kit, such as a toy mobile, and a musical mobile.

It has heretofore been disclosed that an embodiment of a stand-alone accessory can be placed on or under the diaper exchange pad. In another embodiment, the stand alone accessory may be removably attached to the diaper exchange pad 102 by any known method, such as by a clip, by a VELCRO adhesive tape, and by a clamp.

Turning on and off of the light source in any of the embodiments disclosed herein, including standalone accessories, may be by any known switch 192 and may be accomplished by a proximity sensor, an infrared sensor, Sensor. In one embodiment, when the infant is placed on the diaper changing pad, the weight sensor senses the infant and turns the light source on.

Throughout this specification, diaper changing pads are sometimes described as contoured diaper changing pads. It should be noted that various shapes of diaper exchange pads are contemplated, whether they have a contour top surface or no contour upper surface.

It is specifically contemplated that an electronic audio device 195 may be included in any of the disclosed embodiments. The audio device 195 is a speaker to transmit a sound (white noise, music, simulated sound from the mother's uterus, etc.) sound. The content of the transmission may be downloaded, streamed, recorded, replayed, streaming, recording, or rebroadcasting from an audio source over a wireless transmission (e.g., BLUETOOTH) such as, for example, pre-recording embedded by the manufacturer. The location of the audio device 195 may be any location on the diaper change pad or any location on the stand-alone accessory. Preferably, the audio device 195 is positioned on the upper surface of the diaper replacement pad near both sides of the infant's head.

As you read this specification, you should be aware that, under the right circumstances, issues such as user requirements or wishes, design considerations, marketing preferences, cost (s), structural requirements (s) (s), available materials, technological advances, etc.) and may include other methods of use - for example, including, but not limited to: Process, and / or maintenance step (s), such as, for example, procedures, processes and / or maintenance steps (s), such as the order in the above-described list, s), etc) - may be sufficient.

It will be apparent, however, to one skilled in the art, that many modifications are possible in the apparatuses other than those already described, without departing from the concepts disclosed herein. Accordingly, the embodiments are not limited except in light of the appended claims. Furthermore, in interpreting both the specification and the claims, all terms should be construed in the broadest possible manner according to the context.

In particular, the terms " comprises "and " comprises " refer to a component, element, or step in a non-exclusive manner so that the element, component, Elements, or steps not expressly incorporated by reference in this specification. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, significant changes to the claimed subject matter will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art in light of the presently known or later developed and claimed equivalents within the scope of the claims And is understood by those skilled in the art. Accordingly, obvious alternatives now known or later known to those skilled in the art are defined as being within the scope of the element being defined and the record of the description set forth herein.

It is, therefore, to be understood that the appended claims are intended to cover such matters as being specifically illustrated and described above, conceptually equivalent, obviously capable of being substituted, and essentially embodying essential ideas of the embodiments. In addition, when the specification and claims refer to A, B, C, ... . And < RTI ID = 0.0 > N. ≪ / RTI > The text N should be interpreted as requiring only one element in groups other than A and N, or B and N,

Claims (20)

As diaper changing pads:
A body having a head end, a foot end, and peripheral side edges; And
At least one light source coupled to the diaper exchange pad proximate the foot end,
/ RTI > The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the at least one light source is connected to about 50% below the peripheral side edges extending toward the proximal end of the foot end. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the at least one light source is recessed and connected at a substantially lower half of the center-line position of the body including the foot end. The method according to claim 1,
A translucent, patterned hood having an edge extending and attached proximate to the foot end,
Wherein the translucent hood covers a portion of the at least one light source and directs light from the at least one light source located about two thirds of a distance from the mid- And to project its outer surface thoroughly after a dark constellation scene on the ceiling of a room or baby room visible to the user on the head end. The method according to claim 1,
A foldable arm having said at least one light source that can be positioned along locations proximate said foot end
/ RTI > The method according to claim 1,
A foldable, hidden, foldable arm having said at least one light source positioned along locations proximate said head end
/ RTI > The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the at least one light source comprises an elongated light bar positioned proximate the foot end. The method according to claim 1,
A mobile insertion toy detachably attached and suspended about two-thirds of a distance from the centerline position of the body to the foot end;
/ RTI >
Wherein the at least one light source comprises an elongated light bar attached proximate to the foot end. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the at least one light source comprises an accent lighting, a working light, an ambient light and a directional light, and further comprising an electronic audio device for transmitting sound. The method according to claim 1,
A substantially mid-range attachment security strap extending across the upper side of the body along the side of the peripheral side edges of the body. As diaper changing pads:
A body having a head end, a foot end, and peripheral side edges;
At least one light source coupled to a lower half of the body including the foot end; And
A sensor for sensing the presence of the infant on the pad
/ RTI > 12. The method of claim 11,
A semitransparent, patterned hood having an edge extending and attached to the foot end,
Wherein the translucent hood covers a portion of the at least one light source and directs light from the at least one light source located about two thirds of a distance from the mid- And to project its outer surface thoroughly after a dark constellation scene on the ceiling of a room or baby room visible to the user on the head end. 12. The method of claim 11,
And an audio device coupled to the pad adapted to play a sound when the infant is sensed. 12. The method of claim 11,
Wherein the sensor is a weight sensor or a proximity sensor. As an accessory for diaper changing pads:
A connecting end adapted to be connected to the diaper exchange pad;
A light source connected to the connecting end
≪ / RTI > 16. The method of claim 15,
Wherein the connecting end is adapted to be connected to the head end, foot end or peripheral side edge of the diaper changing pad. 16. The method of claim 15,
Wherein the light source comprises an accent illumination, a working illumination, an ambient illumination and a directional illumination, the connecting end being a flat base sliding under the diaper exchange pad. 16. The method of claim 15,
Accessories that include more toy mobiles. 16. The method of claim 15,
An accessory further comprising a rotatable articulated arm that is bendable at a desired angle. 20. The method of claim 19,
An audio device for playing a sound when the infant is detected
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