Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a meditation enclosure that is capable of providing a controlled, immersive, and personalized environment for meditation, enhance user comfort and focus by adapting to ambient conditions and user preferences, while ensuring safety and privacy during use.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Meditation practices have gained widespread popularity for their mental, emotional, and physical health benefits. However, achieving a consistent and distraction-free meditation experience are challenging due to environmental noise, varying light conditions, and lack of personalized settings. Many practitioners struggle with external disturbances such as sounds from traffic, conversations, or other household activities that interfere with concentration. Existing solutions often fail to provide comprehensive control over the meditation environment, limiting their effectiveness in helping users attain deep focus and relaxation. Moreover, current meditation aids rarely address individual preferences or dynamically adjust based on real-time conditions, which are critical for optimizing meditation sessions.

[0003] Traditionally, meditation spaces rely on physical barriers or ambient modifications such as curtains, soundproof panels, or lighting adjustments, which are static and lack adaptability. These conventional approaches do not dynamically respond to changing external factors or individual user needs, resulting in suboptimal meditation conditions. Users often need to manually adjust these settings or accept imperfect environments that reduce the quality of their practice. Furthermore, traditional setups offer limited integration of supportive features like calming audio, visual aids, or safety monitoring, which enhance meditation effectiveness. There remains a need for an enclosure that actively manage environmental variables, enhance sensory experiences, and provide personalized support to improve meditation outcomes. Such an enclosure would ideally offer dynamic soundproofing, adjustable lighting, and integrated sensory guidance to create a consistently peaceful and immersive space, adaptable to diverse user preferences and surroundings.

[0004] US12004659B2 discloses a seat system, and more specifically to seat systems suitable for supporting users sitting in a cross-legged or kneeling position during activities such as meditation. Sitting closer to the ground, cross-legged, and/or kneeling enables the brain to easily enter a parasympathetic mode, providing users of the seat system a greater sense of calmness. The Multi-Angle Knee blocks (MAKs) offer a greater level of hip support for users.

[0005] US11375821B1 discloses a convertible meditation cushion that facilitates multiple postural positions for meditation, including sitting, kneeling, and lying down. The preferred embodiment of the cushion has three semi-circular segments that are connected in series with hinges. The hinges allow the three semi-circular segments to be rotated with respect to one another to create a variety of configurations to facilitate the multiple postural positions for meditation.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices provide basic meditation support such as adjustable seating or static ambient modifications, but they lack dynamic adaptability to changing environmental conditions and individual user preferences. These devices often do not include active soundproofing, real-time environmental sensing, personalized audio-visual guidance, or safety and emergency responsiveness features. As a result, their ability to enhance user comfort, immersion, and security during meditation sessions remains limited, underscoring the need for improved solutions.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop an enclosure that dynamically adapts to environmental conditions and user preferences, providing enhanced soundproofing, adjustable lighting, and personalized audio-visual guidance. The enclosure should also incorporate safety and emergency response features to ensure user security and creating an immersive, comfortable, and secure meditation environment suitable for diverse settings and individual needs.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to provide an improved meditation environment that ensures deep focus by minimizing external disturbances.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to offer a personalized and immersive experience for users by adapting to individual meditation preferences and surrounding conditions.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to enhance user safety, comfort and privacy during meditation sessions across both private and public settings.

[0012] Yet another object of the present invention is to facilitate a consistent and distraction-free meditation routine through intelligent environmental management and responsive support.

[0013] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0014] The present invention relates to a meditation enclosure that is capable of providing an immersive and distraction-free environment, enhancing user comfort and privacy, dynamically adapting to environmental conditions, supporting personalized meditation experiences, and ensuring safety through intelligent monitoring and control features.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a meditation enclosure is disclosed comprising a bench supported on a plurality of telescopic rods configured to retract and convert the bench into a resting surface, a computing unit having a user interface allowing profile access, real-time environment control, audio-visual customization, and remote monitoring, a microcontroller configured to automatically adjust audio, visual, and mat comfort preferences based on usage history, a frame mounted around the bench and extending vertically to form an enclosure, motorized rollers installed at the top edges of the frame, each roller having a soundproof sheet rolled thereon, a soundproof sheets configured to descend along motorized vertical sliders to cover the side portions of the enclosure, an electromagnet positioned on the free-ends of the soundproof sheets configured to magnetically couple with a metallic edge of the frame to ensure a secured enclosure during meditation mode.

[0016] According to another embodiment of the present invention, an additional motorized roller mounted on one top edge of the frame with the soundproof sheet configured to cover the top portion of the frame via a pair of horizontal sliders, the sheets composed of layered materials incorporating electrochromic layer for regulating light intensity within the enclosure, a camera mounted on the frame configured to monitor surroundings, detect external movements or emergency gestures, estimate noise levels, and trigger dynamic adjustments of soundproofing and visual privacy, a speaker unit installed within the frame configured to generate soothing audio based on user preferences when the enclosure is fully sealed, a holographic projection unit mounted on the interior surface of the frame configured to display meditation visuals and immersive cues, a sun sensor mounted on the frame configured to detect external light intensity and dynamically control the electrochromic effect of the sheet layers to maintain a calm ambient atmosphere.

[0017] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a meditation enclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0019] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0020] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0021] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0022] The present invention relates to a meditation enclosure that is capable of providing a quiet, distraction-free, and calming environment for individuals seeking mental relaxation, and focused meditation, while ensuring user comfort, privacy, and safety in both personal and shared spaces.

[0023] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of a meditation enclosure is illustrated, comprising a bench 101 supported by a plurality of telescopic rods 102, a frame 103 mounted around the bench 101, each of top edges of the frame 103 having motorized rollers 104, each roller 104 having a soundproof sheet 105 rolled thereon configured to extend downward via motorized vertical sliders 106 provided with the frame 103, an electromagnet 107 is provided with the free-ends of the sheet 105, an additional motorized roller 108 mounted on one top edge of the frame 103, having the soundproof sheet 105 via a pair of motorized horizontal sliders 109, a camera 110 mounted on the frame 103, a microphone unit 111 provided with the frame 103, a speaker unit 112 installed in the frame 103, a holographic projection unit 113 mounted on the frame 103.

[0024] The meditation enclosure disclosed herein, includes a bench 101 made of a lightweight yet durable composite material such as but not limited to carbon fiber-reinforced polymer or anodized aluminum alloy, ensuring structural integrity with minimal weight. The bench 101 supported on a plurality of telescopic rods 102, being retractable to convert the bench 101 into a resting surface adjacent to a ground level. In one instance, the bench 101 is converted to an exercise mat.

[0025] The telescopic rods 102 are operated by a pneumatic unit consisting of nested cylindrical segments, internal air chambers, control valves, and a mini air compressor. When a user selects rest mode via a computing unit, then its signal send to a microcontroller, then the microcontroller activates the pneumatic unit, causing pressurized air to flow into the telescopic chambers, which extend the segments and raise the bench 101 to a desired height or flatten it into a resting surface. Solenoid valves and sensors regulate the air pressure to ensure smooth and controlled movement. To retract, the unit releases air through exhaust valves, allowing the segments to collapse silently and securely.

[0026] A user interface is inbuilt in the computing unit accessed by the user for user profile management and deployment of the resting surface. The user interface integrated into the computing unit includes a touchscreen display and control panel, embedded with the microcontroller, memory unit, and input/output circuits. It allows users to interact with the meditation enclosure by accessing menus, selecting meditation modes, adjusting audio-visual preferences, and managing profiles. The computing unit allows remote control and real-time updates, including activation of meditation mode, adjustment of audio visual parameters, and monitoring of the frame’s surroundings.

[0027] When a user provides input, the microcontroller processes the command and communicates with various components. The microcontroller also enables multiple users to maintain personalized profiles for recurrent use in public spaces, with security and privacy features implemented. The microcontroller regulates audio-visual settings, and environmental preferences based on previous usage history.

[0028] A frame 103 mounted around the bench 101, having motorized rollers 104 at each of top edges. The motorized rollers 104 comprises a rotating shaft powered by a compact electric motor connected via a gear assembly for controller rotation. A soundproof sheet 105 is wound around the rollers 104, and upon activation by the microcontroller, the motor turns the shaft, unrolling or retracting the sheet 105 as per the need of the user. An integrated position sensor monitors the sheet’s extension, allowing precise control. The motor’s operation is directed by the computing unit, ensuring automated deployment or retraction of the sheet 105 during meditation or idle states.

[0029] Each roller 104 having the soundproof sheet 105 rolled thereon configured to extend downward to cover the sides of the frame 103. The soundproof sheet 105 are made of multi-layered composite materials, including dense acoustic foam, mass-loaded vinyl (MLV), and a soft outer fabric layer such as polyester. Internally, the foam absorbs sound waves, while the MLV blocks transmission by adding mass and damping vibrations. The layers are bonded to maintain flexibility for rolling and unrolling. These sheets 105 effectively isolate external noise, creating a quiet interior.

[0030] Furthermore, an electromagnet 107 is provided with free-ends of the sheet 105, configured to magnetically couple with a metallic portion of the opposite edge of the frame 103 to securely seal the frame 103 during meditation mode. When the meditation mode is activated by the user the computing unit, the microcontroller activates electric current to flow through the coil windings inside the electromagnet 107, generating a magnetic field. This field attracts and securely couples with a metallic strip or plate fixed on the opposite edge of the frame 103. The connection ensures a tight seal, preventing movement or sound leakage. When deactivated, the current stops, allowing easy detachment and retraction of the sheet 105.

[0031] Their downward deployment to cover the sides of the frame 103 is done via motorized vertical sliders 106 provided with the frame 103. The motorized vertical sliders 106 include a pair of parallel rails fixed to the frame 103, each guiding a movable bracket attached to the edge of the soundproof sheet 105. A rotatable shaft driven by an electric motor engages a belt that displaces the bracket along the rails. Upon receiving signals from the computing unit, the microcontroller actuates the motor to rotate in a selected direction, causing the sheet 105 to descend or retract vertically.

[0032] An additional motorized roller 108 is mounted on one top edge of the frame 103, having the soundproof sheet 105 configured to cover the top portion of the frame 103 via a pair of motorized horizontal sliders 109 provided with the top portion and secure to an opposite edge of the frame 103. The motorized roller 108 work in similar manner as the motorized roller 104 works to extend the sheet 105 but here in horizontal direction on the top portion of the frame 103. The motorized horizontal sliders 109 work in similar manner as the motorized vertical sliders 106 works but in order to retract the sheet 105 horizontally to cover the top portion of the frame 103. Both the motorized sliders 106, 109 operate to ensure full enclosure during meditation and retracts the sheet 105 upon completion of the session.

[0033] A camera 110 is mounted on the frame 103 to monitor surroundings, detect people, animals, or unusual activity, and dynamically adjust the soundproofing of the sheet 105 based on estimated noise levels or emergency situations. For example, if the camera detects unusual activity, the enclosure unrolls the soundproofing sheet and enhance insulation to maintain calm environment. The camera 110 includes an image sensor, a lens assembly, and an onboard processing unit. It continuously captures visual data of the surroundings and the interior space.

[0034] The captured images are analyzed in real-time to detect human presence, animals, gestures, or unusual activity using embedded AI (artificial intelligence) protocols. Based on the analysis, signals are sent to the computing unit to adjust soundproofing, activate emergency protocols, or log events. Infrared capability allows low-light monitoring during meditation sessions. The camera 110 is further configured to detect emergency gestures or vocal distress from the user, causing a temporary reduction in the soundproofing effect of the sheet 105 means the enclosure briefly lowers its noise isolation such as partially retracting sheets 105 or deactivating noise cancellation, when emergency gestures or distress sounds are detected to allow external assistance.

[0035] Upon detection of tampering or suspicious activity, captures visual through camera 110 and audio through a microphone unit 111 provided with the frame 103, the camera 110 stores the data in the database and transmits the information to designated authorities. The microphone unit 111 consists of a diaphragm, back plate, and electronic circuitry. When sound waves hit the diaphragm, it vibrates relative to the back plate, causing a change in capacitance. This analog signal is then amplified and digitized by an on-board preamp and analog-to-digital converter. The digitized audio is transmitted to the computing unit, where it is analysed for vocal distress, tampering noises, or ambient sound monitoring during meditation sessions.

[0036] A speaker unit 112 is installed in the frame 103 for generating soothing sounds based on user preferences which is activated when the user opts to listen to focused music or guided mediation audio for enhancing relaxation, concentration, and the overall meditative experience. The speaker unit 112 comprises a diaphragm, voice coil, magnet, and acoustic enclosure. When activated, the computing unit sends an audio signal as an electrical current to the voice coil, which is positioned within a magnetic field. The current causes the coil to vibrate, moving the diaphragm back and forth to create sound waves. The enclosed casing enhances sound clarity and directionality within the meditation space. The speaker unit 112 only operates when the sheet 105 fully enclose the frame 103, playing preselected or adaptive soothing sounds based on the user command from the computing unit. Volume and audio type are controlled via the user interface from the computing unit.

[0037] Further, a holographic projection unit 113 mounted on the frame 103 to generate visual cues inside the enclosure to assist the user during meditation. For instance, if it is recognized that the user is not able to focus based on body posture or eye movement pattern detected by the camera 110, the projection unit dynamically adjusts the visuals to refocus attention and enhance engagement. The holographic projection unit 113 includes a laser light source, spatial light modulator (SLM), beam-splitting optics, and a projection lens integrated into the frame 103. When activated by the computing unit, it transmits visual data to the SLM, which modulates the laser beams into specific light patterns. These patterns are directed through beam-splitters and lenses to create interference-based 3D (three-dimensional) light fields, producing floating holographic images visible within the enclosure. The projection is dynamically adjusted based on user preferences and meditation mode, offering guided visual cues, calming scenes, or breathing patterns. A motion sensor ensures alignment, adapting the hologram’s orientation relative to the user’s position.

[0038] Additionally, a sun sensor is provided on the frame 103 to detect the intensity of sunlight incident over the frame 103, based on which the microcontroller regulates the intensity of light permitted through an electrochromic layer fabricated over the sheet 105. The sun sensor comprises a photodiode that detects ambient sunlight intensity. When exposed to light, the sensor generates an electrical signal proportional to the light level, which is sent to the computing unit. The unit processes this signal by the microcontroller to determine the brightness around the enclosure. Based on the analysis, it adjusts the electrochromic properties of the soundproof sheet 105, dimming or brightening them to maintain optimal ambient lighting for meditation, regardless of external sunlight conditions.

[0039] The electrochromic layer embedded in the soundproof sheet 105 consists of multiple thin-film layers, including a transparent conductive layer, electrochromic material (such as tungsten oxide), an electrolyte, and a counter electrode. When a low-voltage current is applied from the computing unit, ions move through the electrolyte, causing a reversible change in the optical properties of the electrochromic material. This transition controls the sheet’s transparency or opacity. The process is energy-efficient and allows gradual adjustment of light levels, creating a calm, customized lighting environment inside the enclosure.

[0040] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the bench 101 is supported on the set of telescopic rods 102 operated by the pneumatic unit, which extends or retracts the bench 101 into the resting surface based on user input through the computing unit. The frame 103 is mounted around the bench 101 and provides support for the motorized rollers 104 fixed along the top edges. The motorized rollers 104 unwind the soundproof sheet 105 made of layered acoustic and electrochromic materials. The sheet 105 are guided downward along the vertical edges of the frame 103 through the motorized vertical sliders 106, while the additional roller 108 mounted on the top edge deploys the upper sheet 105 across the frame 103 via the motorized horizontal sliders 109. The free ends of the sheets 105 carry the electromagnet 107 that magnetically couple with the metallic strips provided at the opposite edges of the frame 103, ensuring full enclosure. The sun sensor mounted on the frame 103 detects real-time light intensity, prompting the computing unit to adjust the transparency of the electrochromic layer on the sheets 105. Once the enclosure is sealed, the speaker unit 112 plays soothing sounds, and the holographic projection unit 113 displays calming visuals based on user preferences. The camera 110 and the microphone unit 111 mounted on the frame 103 continuously monitor surrounding activity, emergency gestures, or vocal distress, enabling dynamic response or alert protocols. The user interface built into the computing unit allows full control over environmental settings, profile selection, and session customization, ensuring a secure, isolated, and personalized meditation experience within the frame 103.

[0041] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) A meditation enclosure, comprising:

i) a bench 101 supported on a plurality of telescopic rods 102, the telescopic rods 102 being retractable to convert the bench 101 into a resting surface adjacent to a ground level;
ii) a frame 103 configured to enclose the bench 101, having motorized rollers 104 at each of top edges of the frame, each roller 104 having a soundproof sheet 105 rolled thereon, the roller 104 is configured to unroll the sheets downward to cover the sides of the frame 103 with the help of motorized vertical sliders 106 provided with the frame 103;
iii) an additional motorized roller 108 mounted on one top edge of the frame 103, having the soundproof sheet 105 configured to cover the top portion of the frame 103 via a pair of motorized horizontal sliders 109 provided with the top portion and secure to an opposite edge of the frame 103;
iv) a camera 110 mounted on the frame 103 to monitor surroundings, detect people, animals or unusual activity, and dynamically adjust the soundproofing of the sheets 105 based on estimated noise levels or emergency situations;
v) a speaker unit 112 installed in the frame 103, activated when the frame 103 is fully enclosed by the sheets 105, for generating soothing sounds based on user preferences; and
vi) a holographic projection unit 113 mounted on the frame 103, configured to generate visual cues inside the enclosure to assist the user during meditation.

2) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein a user interface is inbuilt in a computing unit accessed by the user for user profile management and deployment of the resting surface.

3) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein a photoresistor is provided on the frame 103 to detect the intensity of sunlight incident over the frame 103, based on which the microcontroller regulates the intensity of light permitted through an electrochromic layer fabricated over the sheets 105.

4) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the microcontroller regulate audio-visual settings, and environmental preferences based on previous usage history.

5) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the camera 110 is further configured to detect emergency gestures or vocal distress from the user, causing a temporary reduction in the soundproofing effect of the sheets 105 to allow external assistance.

6) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the camera 110, upon detection of tampering or suspicious activity, captures visuals and audio through a microphone unit 111 provided with the frame 103, stores the data in the database, and transmits the information to designated authorities.

7) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the motorized sliders 106, 109 operates to ensure full enclosure during meditation and retracts the sheet 105 upon completion of the session.

8) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein an electromagnet 107 is provided with free-ends of the sheet 105, configured to magnetically couple with a metallic portion of the opposite edge of the frame 103 to securely seal the frame 103 during meditation mode.

9) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the computing unit allows remote control and real-time updates, including activation of meditation mode, adjustment of audio-visual parameters, and monitoring of the frame’s surroundings.

10) The meditation enclosure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the microcontroller enables multiple users to maintain personalized profiles for recurrent use in public spaces, with security and privacy features implemented.