Systems and methods for controlling operations of an article of furniture

Abstract

A system comprises a sensor zone comprising a cover layer comprising a first surface and a second surface that are opposite from one another. The first surface of the cover layer comprises a textured surface. A sensor unit is disposed on or adjacent to the second surface. The sensor unit is configured to detect a user's contacting the textured surface, and generate a digital data indicative of the detection. The system comprises a complex comprising one or more fluidic channels (e.g., tubes) disposed within one or more grooves of a support member (e.g., foam). The system comprises one or more sensors. The one or more sensor(s) is disposed over, in, or under the support member. The system is comprise a protective layer disposed adjacent to and covering a top surface of the support member.

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