Multi-function shelter system
OwnerKenneth Bluefordinventor
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Abstract
A multi-function shelter system is disclosed for providing in-place sheltering for emergencies, which may be activated and accessed easily and rapidly, giving a user time to protect themselves during emergency events. The system may be implemented as a safety bed system, and includes a protective chamber into which at least one person may enter and seek refuge. The protective chamber may be reinforced to withstand large amounts of force and/or weight. The multi-function shelter system may also include a lifting device, a locking mechanism, a ventilation sub-system, a communication sub-system, and/or an electric sub-system.
Claims20
A sheltering system for providing multi-function sheltering, said system comprising:
- a protective chamber having a top cover and inside walls, wherein said protective chamber is reinforced and configured to accept at least one user within said protective chamber;
- a bed configured to rest on said top cover;
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- a lifting mechanism, wherein said lifting mechanism is configured to open said protective chamber by lifting said top cover from said protective chamber allowing said user to access said protective chamber.
A device for providing multi-function sheltering, said device including:
- a protective chamber having a top cover and inside walls, wherein said protective chamber is reinforced and configured to accept at least one user within said protective chamber;
- a lifting mechanism, wherein said lifting mechanism is configured to open said protective chamber by lifting said top cover from said protective chamber allowing said user to access said protective chamber;
- a ventilation mechanism configured to allow circulation of air within said protective chamber;
- a communication module configured to provide communications with emergency service providers from within said protective chamber;
- at least one lighting device configured to provide lighting within said protective chamber;
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- a power source for providing power to said ventilation mechanism, communication module, and said at least one lighting device.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.