Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] Present invention relates to a seat assembly. Embodiments of the present invention also disclose the seat assembly that is adapted to provide a massage or a massaging effect to a user.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] Generally, a seat such as a vehicle seat, an office chair, and the like tend to cause discomfort to a user due to low surface area of contact with the user. The low surface area of contact of the user with the seat results in high contact pressure at a buttocks region of the user. Upon prolonged occupancy of the seat, the contact pressure may become greater than blood pressure in areas beneath the occupant’s ischial bones. Consequently, blood flow to the buttocks region of the user is restricted, causing discomfort to the occupant. The discomfort may be in the form of numbness, tingling sensation, or even pain during prolonged occupancy of the seat by the user.
[003] To overcome the aforementioned limitation, it has been proposed in the art to provide a pressurised air cushion on top of the seat. However, such a pressurised air cushion merely distributes the contact pressure between the occupant and the seat over a large area and does not sufficiently mitigate the discomfort caused to the occupant. Moreover, the air cushion provided on top of the seat may get dislodged over a period of time, leading to uneven distribution of the contact pressure on the air cushion which may cause discomfort to the user. Further, providing the air cushion on top of the seat may negatively impact the aesthetic appearance of the seat, which is undesirable.
[004] In view of above, there is a need for a seat assembly which addresses one or more of the aforementioned problems.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[005] In one aspect, the present invention relates to a seat assembly. The seat assembly comprises a first member, one or more second members, and a control unit. The one or more second members are provided on the first member. The control unit is communicably coupled to the one or more second members. The control unit is configured to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members in response to an input received from a user.
[006] In an embodiment, the control unit is communicably coupled to the one or more second members through an actuator. The control unit is configured to operate the actuator to at least one or inflate and deflate the one or more second members.
[007] In an embodiment, the one or more second members are coupled with the actuator through one or more pipes. The one or more pipes are provided with one or more valves.
[008] In an embodiment, the one or more second members are embedded in a third member mounted on the first member.
[009] In an embodiment, the third member comprises a bottom member and a top member. The top member is affixed on the bottom member. At least one of the bottom member and the top member is provided with one or more cut-outs for accommodating the one or more second members.
[010] In an embodiment, the seat assembly comprises a fourth member enclosing the third member. The one or more second members are embedded at a predetermined depth from a top surface of the fourth member.
[011] In an embodiment, the one or more second members are positioned below a seating area of the seat assembly.
[012] In an embodiment, the one or more second members comprise at least one first inflatable member and at least one second inflatable member, wherein the at least one first inflatable member is positioned adjacent to the at least one second inflatable member.
[013] In an embodiment, the control unit is configured to at least one of selectively inflate and deflate the at least one first inflatable member and the at least one second inflatable member.
[014] In an embodiment, the control unit is communicably coupled to a first switch. The control unit is configured to receive an input from the user through the first switch for operating the actuator to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members.
[015] In an embodiment, the control unit is communicably coupled to a second switch. The control unit is configured to receive an input from the user through the second switch for operating the actuator to control intensity of inflation and deflation of the one or more second members.
[016] In one aspect, the present invention relates to a method of changing at least one operating parameter of a seat assembly. The method comprises receiving, by the control unit, an input to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members provided on the first member. The control unit then operates the one or more second members to at least one of inflate and deflate for enhancing comfort to the user of the seat assembly.
[017] In an embodiment, the control unit is adapted to operate the actuator to control intensity of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members upon receiving the input.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[018] Reference will be made to embodiments of the invention, examples of which may be illustrated in accompanying figures. These figures are intended to be illustrative, not limiting. Although the invention is generally described in context of these embodiments, it should be understood that it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to these particular embodiments.
Figure 1 is an exploded view of a seat assembly, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the invention.
Figure 2 is a cross sectional view of a seat assembly, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the invention.
Figure 3 is a cross sectional view of a seat assembly, in accordance with another exemplary embodiment of the invention.
Figure 4 is a bottom view of a first member of the seat assembly, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the invention.
Figure 5 is a flowchart of a method of changing at least one operating parameter of the seat assembly, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[019] The present invention generally relates to a seat assembly. The seat assembly of the present invention is adapted to mitigate discomfort caused to a user of the seat assembly upon prolonged occupancy of the seat assembly. In an embodiment, the seat assembly is provided in a vehicle, such as a two-wheeled vehicle, a three-wheeled vehicle, or a multi-wheeled vehicle as per requirement. However, it should be appreciated that the seat assembly of the present invention is not limited to implementation in the vehicle, and that the seat assembly may find non-automotive implementations. Across implementations, the seat assembly may refer to any seat, such as but not limited to an office chair, a medical chair, a therapeutic chair, and the like.
[020] Figure 1 is an exploded view of a seat assembly 100 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. The seat assembly 100 comprises a first member 102. The first member 102 acts as a structural support member adapted to bear loads acting on the seat assembly 100. In an embodiment, the first member 102 may be a seat base. Accordingly, the first member 102 can be a polygonal member (in a top view of the vehicle) that is mounted onto the frame assembly (not shown) of a vehicle using one or more conventional mounting techniques known in the art, such as fastening, adhesive bonding, welding, brazing, and the like. In an embodiment, the first member 102 is made by either a metallic member, a non-metallic member or a composite member as per load bearing requirements in the seat assembly 100.
[021] One or more second members 108a, 108b are provided or disposed on the first member 102 (i.e. the seat base). The one or more second members 108a, 108b are adapted to be inflated or deflated for providing a massage or a massaging effect to a user of the seat assembly 100. In an embodiment, the one or more second members 108a, 108b are inflatable air bags. In an embodiment, the one or more second members 108a, 108b may be made of one or more polymers, such as but not limited to plastic, rubber, silicone, etc.
[022] In an embodiment, the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. inflatable members) are coupled to an actuator 112 (shown in Figure 2 and Figure 3) through one or more pipes 110a, 110b. In an embodiment, the actuator 112 is a pump. In an embodiment, the actuator 112 is one of a reciprocating pump, a diaphragm pump, a screw pump, a vane pump, a lobe pump, a centrifugal pump, and the like. It should be understood that the type of the pump may be selected as per design requirement of the seat assembly 100. The actuator 112 may be coupled to a power source, such as a battery pack of the two-wheeled vehicle. In an embodiment, the actuator 112 is disposed in a compartment 114. In an embodiment, the compartment 114 is provided on a bottom surface (not shown) of the first member 102 (shown in Figure 4). In an embodiment, size and shape of the one or more second members 108a, 108b may be selected as per size of the seat assembly 100.
[023] In an embodiment, the one or more pipes 110a, 110b are provided with one or more valves (not shown) and coupled to the actuator 112. The actuator 112 is adapted to direct flow of a pressurized fluid (for e.g. air) to the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. inflatable members) through the one or more pipes 110a, 110b. In an embodiment, the compartment 114 may be provided with an opening for allowing ambient air to flow therethrough. Thus, the actuator 112 upon operation is capable of routing pressurized air or gas to the one or more second members (108a, 108b). As such, the actuator 112 is adapted to inflate the one or more second members 108a. 108b. Also, the one or more valves are adapted to selectively allow pressurized air to enter or exit the one or more second members 108a, 108b, thereby controlling inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b.
[024] In an embodiment, the one or more valves (not shown) can be mounted at an interface between the one or more pipes 110a, 110b and the one or more second members 108a, 108b. In an embodiment, the one or more valves can be mounted at an interface between the one or more pipes 110a, 110b and the actuator 112. In an embodiment, the one or more valves are bidirectional valves. In an embodiment, the one or more valves comprise one or more of a needle valve, a diaphragm valve, a poppet valve, a butterfly valve, and the like. The mounting location and the type(s) of the one or more valves can be selected as per design requirement of the seat assembly 100. In another embodiment, the one or more pipes 110a, 110b may be directly coupled to the one or more second members 108a, 108b and the actuator 112 without the provision of the one or more valves.
[025] In an embodiment, the one or more second members 108a, 108b comprises at least one first inflatable member 108a and at least one second inflatable member 108b. The at least one first inflatable member 108a is positioned adjacent to the at least one second inflatable member 108b. The at least one first inflatable member 108a is communicably coupled to the actuator 112 through at least one first pipe 110a. The at least one second inflatable member 108b is communicably coupled to the actuator 112 through at least one second pipe 110b. As such, the pressurized air can be routed to the at least one first inflatable member 108a and the at least one second inflatable member 108b selectively. Also, the one or more valves may be disposed in the at least one first pipe 110a and the at least one second pipe 110b. As such, the one or more valves are adapted to selectively allow or exit pressurized fluid to the at least one first inflatable member 108a and the at least one second inflatable member 108b. Thus, enabling control over inflate and deflate of the at least one first inflatable member 108a and the at least one second inflatable member 108b.
[026] Further, a third member 104 is mounted on the first member 102 (i.e. the seat base). The third member 104 is adapted to provide cushioning to the user of the seat assembly 100. In an embodiment, the third member 104 is a seat foam. In an embodiment, the third member 104 is adapted to evenly distributing contact pressure due to weight of the user on the seat assembly 100, thereby enhancing comfort to the user during seating on the seat assembly 100. In an embodiment, the third member 104 can be one of a polyurethane (PU) foam, a latex foam, a synthetic rubber foam, or the like. Further, the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. the inflatable members) are embedded in the third member 104. As such, the one or more second members 108a, 108b further enhances comfort to the user during seating on the seat assembly 100.
[027] Referring Figure 2, in an embodiment, the third member 104 can be formed by solidifying a liquid foam poured in a mould box (not shown) placed with the one or more second members 108a, 108b and portions of the one or more pipes 110a, 110b connected to the one or more second members 108a, 108b. Consequently, structural integrity of the third member 104 can be ensured and the one or more second members 108a, 108b can be firmly held in place by the third member 104.
[028] Referring Figure 3, the third member 104 (i.e. the seat foam) comprises a bottom member 104a and a top member 104b. The bottom member 104a is mounted to the first member 102 (i.e. the seat base). In an embodiment, the bottom member 104a can be mounted to a top surface of the first member 102 by conventional mounting techniques known in the art, such as fastening, adhesive bonding, and the like. The top member 104b is affixed on the bottom member 104a to encapsulate the bottom member 104b. In an embodiment, the top member 104b is affixed on the bottom member 104a using conventional mounting techniques such as fastening, adhesive bonding, and the like.
[029] In an embodiment, at least one of the bottom member 104a and the top member 104b is provided with one or more cut-outs (not shown) for accommodating the one or more second members 108a, 108b (as shown in Figure 3). In an embodiment, the one or more cut-outs are provided at an interface of the bottom member 104a and the top member 104b, for accommodating the one or more second members 108a, 108b. The bottom member 104a also comprises one or more holes for routing the one or more pipes 110a, 110b connecting the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. the inflatable members) and the actuator 112. Consequently, providing at least one of the bottom member 104a and the top member 104b with the one or more cut-outs for accommodating the one or more second members 108a, 108b. Such a construction of the seat assembly 100, provides ease of serviceability and replaceability of the one or more second members 108a, 108b during a service event.
[030] The seat assembly 100 also comprises a fourth member 106 that is adapted to enclose the third member 104 (i.e. the seat foam). The fourth member 106 can be a seat cover. The fourth member 106 is adapted to cover and protect the third member 104, while providing a seating surface for the user to sit. In an embodiment, the fourth member 106 can be made from one or more of fabric, leather, synthetic leather, neoprene, rexine, and the like. However, it should be appreciated that the material of the fourth member 106 is not limited thereto and can be suitably selected as per design requirements of the seat assembly 100.
[031] In an embodiment, the one or more second members 108a, 108b are positioned below a seating area of the seat assembly 100. The term “seating area” is the area on the seat assembly 100 that is available for seating of the user. In an embodiment, the seating area may be a top portion of the fourth member 106.
[032] In an embodiment, the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. the inflatable members) are embedded at a predetermined depth (PD) in the third member 104, from a top surface of the fourth member 106 (shown in Figure 2 and Figure 3). Consequently, mitigating one or more voids formed at a top portion of the third member 104 (i.e. the seat foam) upon deflation of the one or more second members 108a, 108b. In an embodiment, the one or more second members 108a, 108b are embedded in the third member 104 at a predetermined height above the top surface of the first member 102 (i.e. the seat base). Consequently, the one or more second members 108a, 108b can provide the massage or the massaging effect to the user occupying the seat assembly 100.
[033] Further, the seat assembly 100 comprises a control unit 116 (shown in Figure 4) that may be disposed on the first member 102. In an embodiment, the control unit 116 can be a Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) or a dedicated seat assembly control unit. In an embodiment, the control unit 116 is disposed in the compartment 114 mounted on the first member 102 (i.e. the seat base). The control unit 116 is communicably coupled to the one or more second members 108a, 108b through the actuator 112. The control unit 116 is configured to control inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b in response to an input received from the user. Particularly, the control unit 116 is configured to operate the actuator 112 to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b in response to the input received from the user, for providing the massage effect to the user.
[034] In an embodiment, the control unit 116 is configured to operate the actuator 112 to at least one of selectively inflate and deflate the at least one first inflatable member 108a and the at least one second inflatable member 108b. In an embodiment, the control unit 116 is configured to alternately inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. the inflatable members) for providing the massage effect to the user occupying the seat assembly 100. In an embodiment, the control unit 116 is configured to simultaneously inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. the inflatable members) for providing the massage effect to the user occupying the seat assembly 100.
[035] In an embodiment, the control unit 116 is communicably coupled to a first switch (not shown) that may be provided on the seat base 102. The control unit 116 can be communicably coupled to the first switch through conducting wires or through wireless communication techniques known in the art. The control unit 116 is configured to receive an input from the user through the first switch for operating the actuator 112 to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. the inflatable members).
[036] In an embodiment, the first switch can be a two-position switch. In the embodiment, the first switch can be turned to an ON position by the user for operating the actuator 112 to inflate and/or deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b suitably. The first switch can be turned to an OFF position by the user for disabling operation of the actuator 112 to maintain a constant fluid pressure in the one or more second members 108. In an embodiment, the first switch is mounted on the handlebar of the two-wheeled vehicle or at a location that is easily accessible to the user.
[037] In another embodiment, the first switch can be a three-position switch capable of being actuated to a first position, a second position, and a third position. When actuated to the first position, the three-way switch can be adapted to enable operation of the actuator 112 to inflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b. When actuated to the second position, the three-way switch can be adapted to enable operation of the actuator 112 to deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b. When actuated to the third position, the three-position switch can be adapted to disable operation of the actuator 112 to maintain a constant fluid pressure in the one or more second members 108a, 108b. In an alternate embodiment, when actuated to the second position, the three-position switch can be adapted to operate one or more valves to release the fluid from the one or more second members 108a, 108b, thereby deflating the one or more second members 108a, 108b.
[038] In an embodiment, the control unit 116 is communicably coupled to a second switch. The control unit 116 can be communicably coupled to the second switch through conducting wires or through wireless communication techniques known in the art. The control unit 116 is configured to receive an input from the user through the second switch for operating the actuator 112 to control intensity of inflation and deflation of the one or more second members 108a, 108b. That is, the user may customise the intensity of inflation and deflation of the one or more second members 108a, 108b through the second switch. In an embodiment, the second switch is mounted on the handlebar of the two-wheeled vehicle or at a location that is easily accessible to the user.
[039] In an embodiment, the second switch is a regulator switch. The regulator switch is typically a variable resistor or a potentiometer or any other suitable control element adapted to translate the user input (such as turning a knob, sliding a slider, etc.) into an electrical signal corresponding to the desired intensity of inflation and deflation of the one or more second members 108a, 108b (i.e. the inflatable members). The control unit 116 receives the electrical signal and suitably adjusts power to be delivered to the actuator 112. The actuator 112 then directs flow of the pressurized fluid (for e.g. air) through the one or more pipes 110a, 110b at flow rates corresponding to the desired intensity of inflation and deflation of the one or more second members 108a, 108b. Consequently, intensity of the massage effect can be customised by the user through the second switch.
[040] Figure 5 illustrates a method 500 of changing at least one operating parameter of the seat assembly 100. The at least one operating parameter of the seat assembly 100 corresponds to at least one of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b. The method 500 is performed by the control unit 116 disposed in the seat assembly 100.
[041] At step 502, the control unit 116 receives an input to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b provided on the first member 102. In an embodiment, the control unit 116 receives the input to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b from the first switch operable by the user. In another embodiment, the control unit 116 can receive the input to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b from one or more sensors (not shown) disposed in the vehicle. The one or more sensors may be adapted to procure information pertaining to usage pattern of the seat assembly 100 by the user. The usage pattern of the seat assembly 100 corresponds to at least one of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b which the user adjusts prior to riding or during riding of the vehicle, and a time duration of occupancy by the user on the seat assembly 100, weight of the user and the like. The control unit 116, on receiving the information pertaining to usage pattern of the seat assembly 100, determines the usage pattern of the seat assembly 100. In an embodiment, the control unit 116 comprises an artificial intelligence (AI) module to determine the usage pattern of the seat assembly 100 based on the information procured by the one or more sensors. Accordingly, the control unit 116 is adapted to determine usage pattern of the seat assembly 100 by the user based on one or more AI computing techniques.
[042] In an embodiment, the one or more sensors is a load sensor that is adapted to procure information pertaining to a weight of the user seated on the seat assembly 100. The control unit 116 upon receiving the information from the load sensor determines the weight of the user, through conventional computing techniques known in the art. In an embodiment, the control unit 116 also determines time duration for which the user is seated on the seat assembly 100, based on detection of weight of the user on the seat assembly 100.
[043] At step 504, the control unit 116 is adapted to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members 108a, 108b, thereby enhancing seating comfort to the user occupying the seat assembly 100. The inflate and/or deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b also provides a massaging effect to the user. The control unit (116) is adapted to operate the actuator 112 to control intensity of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b upon receiving the input. In an embodiment, the intensity of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b may be manually controlled by the user through the second switch. In another embodiment, the intensity of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b may be determined by the control unit 116 based on the usage pattern of the seat assembly 100. Accordingly, the control unit 116 is adapted to employ one or more AI computing techniques for determining the intensity of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members 108a, 108b.
[044] The claimed invention as disclosed above is not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed aspects enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Specifically, the claimed aspect of the seat assembly comprising the one or more second members and the control unit configured to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members prevent discomfort to the user or the occupant of the seat assembly. Consequently, comfort and ergonomics of the seat assembly is enhanced. By providing massage effect to the user, the seat assembly of the present invention improves blood circulation in areas beneath ischial bones of the user, thereby reducing fatigue of the user upon prolonged use of the seat assembly. Moreover, by concealing the one or more second members in the seat assembly, aesthetic appeal and market attractiveness of the seat assembly are enhanced.
[045] In light of the abovementioned advantages and the technical advancements provided by the disclosed system and method, the claimed aspects as discussed above are not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed aspects provide solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Further, the claimed aspects clearly bring an improvement in the functioning of the system itself as the claimed aspects provide a technical solution to a technical problem.
[046] Furthermore, one or more computer-readable storage media may be utilized in implementing embodiments consistent with the present disclosure. A computer-readable storage medium refers to any type of physical memory on which information or data readable by a processor may be stored. Thus, a computer-readable storage medium may store instructions for execution by one or more processors, including instructions for causing the processor(s) to perform steps or stages consistent with the embodiments described herein. The term “computer-readable medium” should be understood to include tangible items and exclude carrier waves and transient signals, i.e., be non-transitory. Examples include random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), volatile memory, non-volatile memory, hard drives, CD ROMs, DVDs, flash drives, disks, and any other known physical storage media.
[047] While the present invention has been described with respect to certain embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the following claims.

List of Reference Numerals and Characters
100 – Seat assembly
102 – First member
104 – Third member
104a – Bottom member of the third member
104b – Top member of the third member
106 – Fourth member
108a, 108b – One or more second members
108a – One or more first inflatable members
108b – One or more second inflatable members
110a, 110b – One or more pipes
110a – One or more first pipes
110b – One or more second pipes
112 – Actuator
114 – Compartment
116 – Control unit
PD – Predetermined depth
, Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. A seat assembly (100) comprising:
a first member (102);
one or more second members (108a, 108b), the one or more second members (108a, 108b) being provided on the first member (102); and
a control unit (116), the control unit (116) being communicably coupled to the one or more second members (108a, 108b), the control unit (116) being configured to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members (108a, 108b) in response to an input received from a user.

2. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control unit (116) being communicably coupled to the one or more second members (108a, 108b) through an actuator (112), the control unit (116) being configured to operate the actuator (112) to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members (108a, 108b).

3. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the one or more second members (108a, 108b) being coupled with the actuator (112) through one or more pipes (110a, 110b), the one or more pipes (110a, 110b) being provided with one or more valves.

4. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more second members (108a, 108b) being embedded in a third member (104) mounted on the first member (102).

5. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the third member (104) comprises a bottom member (104a) and a top member (104b), the top member (104b) being affixed on the bottom member (104a),
wherein at least one of the bottom member (104a) and the top member (104b) being provided with one or more cut-outs for accommodating the one or more second members (108a, 108b).

6. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 4 comprising a fourth member (106) enclosing the third member (104), wherein the one or more second members (108a, 108b) being embedded at a predetermined depth (PD) from a top surface of the fourth member (106).

7. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more second members (108a, 108b) being positioned below a seating area of the seat assembly (100).

8. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more second members (108a, 108b) comprises at least one first inflatable member (108a) and at least one second inflatable member (108b),
wherein the at least one first inflatable member (108a) is positioned adjacent to the at least one second inflatable member (108b).

9. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the control unit (116) is configured to operate an actuator (112) to at least one of selectively inflate and deflate the at least one first inflatable member (108a) and the at least one second inflatable member (108b).

10. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control unit (116) being communicably coupled to a first switch, the control unit (116) being configured to receive an input from the user through the first switch for operating an actuator (112) to at least one of inflate and deflate the one or more second members (108a, 108b).

11. The seat assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control unit (116) being communicably coupled to a second switch, the control unit (116) being configured to receive an input from the user through the second switch for operating an actuator (112) to control intensity of inflation and deflation of the one or more second members (108a, 108b).

12. A method of changing at least one operating parameter of a seat assembly (100), comprising:

receiving, by a control unit (116), an input to at least one of inflate and deflate one or more second members (108a, 108b) provided on a first member (102); and
operating, by the control unit (116), the one or more second members (108a, 108b) to at least one of inflate and deflate for enhancing comfort to a user of the seat assembly (100).

13. The method as claimed in claim 12, wherein the control unit (116) being adapted to operate an actuator (112) to control intensity of inflate and deflate of the one or more second members (108a, 108b) upon receiving the input.

Dated this 22nd day of February 2024

TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
By their Agent & Attorney

(Nikhil Ranjan)
of Khaitan & Co
Reg No IN/PA-1471