3D dynamic Seat in plane

Conceptual Name: 3D dynamic Seat

Objective: To offer an enhanced flight experience, either through increased immersion (entertainment), optimized comfort (active compensation for aircraft movements), or for simulation/training applications.

General Description:

The 3D dynamic Seat presents as a modern and ergonomic passenger or pilot seat, but it rests on a compact and sophisticated motion platform integrated into its base. This platform allows the seat itself (and its occupant) to move in a controlled manner along three independent axes relative to the aircraft cabin floor:

Vertical Axis (Up/Down - Heave): Upward and downward movement.

Lateral Axis (Right/Left - Sway): Side-to-side translational movement.

Longitudinal Axis (Forward/Backward - Surge): Forward and backward translational movement.

Key Components:

The Physical Seat:

*Structure: Made from lightweight and resistant composite materials (compliant with aviation standards) to minimize weight and ensure robustness. Think carbon fiber, specific aluminum alloys.

*Ergonomics: Advanced design with adaptive padding (e.g., memory foam), adjustable lumbar and cervical supports for maximum comfort on long journeys.

*Safety: Equipped with a 4 or 5-point safety harness, essential for keeping the occupant secure during movements and in case of turbulence.

*User Interface (UI): Integrates a small touchscreen or discreet buttons on the armrest allowing the occupant to select an operating mode, adjust motion intensity, or completely disable the system.

The Motion Platform (Actuator Base):

-Mechanism:An electromechanical system is preferred for precision, responsiveness, relative quietness, and cleanliness within the cabin. Utilizes high-performance, compact, and quiet electric linear actuators (e.g., ball screws or roller screws).

-Actuators: At least three independent actuators, each dedicated to one axis of motion, or a more complex configuration (like a simplified Stewart platform) to generate these translations.

-Range of Motion: Controlled and limited travel (e.g., +/- 5 to 10 cm on each axis) to provide perceptible sensations without being excessive or dangerous in the confined cabin space.

-Floor Integration: The base is securely fastened to the aircraft's standard seat tracks via certified adapters, ensuring secure mounting compliant with structural strength standards.

The Control System:

*Central Unit (ECU): A dedicated, robust onboard computer certified for the aeronautical environment. Manages real-time motion control algorithms.

Data Sources (depending on mode):

*Aircraft Data: Can receive information from the avionics (via data bus like ARINC) about the aircraft's attitude, acceleration, and turn rate for the "Active Comfort" mode.

*IFE Data: Synchronization with the In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) system for the "Immersion" mode. Specific metadata associated with the video/game content indicates the movements to perform.

*Internal Sensors: May integrate its own inertial sensors (IMU) for finer control or to detect relative movements.

Motion Algorithms ("Motion Cueing"): Sophisticated software that translates input data into smooth and realistic commands for the actuators, while filtering out potentially unpleasant motions (e.g., using washout filters to prevent motion sickness).

Selectable Operating Modes:

*"Active Comfort" Mode: The system attempts to cancel or mitigate the sensations of light turbulence and aircraft vibrations by generating out-of-phase movements.

*"Dynamic Immersion" Mode: Seat movements are synchronized with multimedia content (action movies, games, virtual flight simulations) for a 4D experience.

*"Gentle Relaxation" Mode: Slow and subtle movements to promote relaxation.

*"Locked / Neutral" Mode: The seat remains fixed in the central position. This is the default and safety mode.

Crucial Technical and Safety Considerations:

-Aviation Certification: The major challenge. The entire system (seat, platform, electronics) must meet extremely strict standards (RTCA DO-160 for environmental conditions, DO-178 for software, TSO crash test standards, flammability, etc.).

-Weight and Size: Must be minimized as much as possible. Every kilogram counts in aviation.

-Power Consumption: Must be compatible with the capabilities of the aircraft's electrical systems.

-Noise and Vibration: Operation must be near-silent to avoid disturbing other passengers.

-Intrinsic Safety / Fail-Safe Design: Programmed speed and travel limits, obstacle detection (if necessary), easily accessible emergency stop button, automatic return to neutral and locked position in case of failure or power loss.

-Maintenance: Modular design to facilitate inspection and replacement of components.

In summary, 3D dynamic Seat is an advanced aircraft seat concept integrating a 3-axis (Heave, Sway, Surge) electromechanical motion platform, controlled by an intelligent system to offer either increased comfort through active compensation of aircraft movements or enhanced immersion synchronized with in-flight entertainment, all while respecting the constraints and stringent safety requirements of the aviation environment.

Granted Patent on 21 april 2023

Installing a dynamic 3D motion seat with a 3D headset and headphones in an airplane, as well as the assistance provided to travelers with a fear of flying (aerophobia), from the perspective of an expert in industrial property and technological innovation:

The installation of a dynamic three-axis 3D motion seat (up/down, left/right, forward/backward) with a 3D headset and headphones in an airplane presents a particularly interesting set of utilities, taking into account the specifics of flight and the challenges associated with aerophobia.

Here is an analysis of the main utilities:

1. Immersive Entertainment Adapted to the Aeronautical Context:

Captivating Virtual Reality (VR) Experiences In-Flight: The relatively stable environment of cruise flight (compared to turbulence) could offer an excellent platform for immersive VR experiences. Passengers could enjoy: 

Aerial or Space VR Video Games: Virtual flight simulators, aerial combat games, or space explorations where the seat's movements would synchronize with the action. 

Virtual Tours of Tourist Destinations: Before landing, passengers could virtually explore their destination, museums, landmarks, etc. 

Live Events in 360°: Virtually attending concerts, sporting events, or conferences. 

Immersive Narrative Content: Stories set in the air or in imaginary worlds, with synchronized physical sensations. 

Enhanced 3D Movies and Content: Watching action movies, nature documentaries seen from the sky, or space fiction would be intensified by the subtle movements of the seat, simulating light turbulence, accelerations, or gentle turns. 

2. Productivity and Immersive Work:

Isolated Virtual Workspaces: For business travelers, the 3D headset could create a virtual office with multiple screens, collaboration tools, etc. The dynamic seat could provide discreet haptic feedback for interactions, while minimizing cabin distractions. 

Increased Concentration: The sound isolation of the headphones and the immersive visual environment of the headset could promote increased concentration for work or reading. 

3. Therapeutic Applications and Assistance for Travelers with Aerophobia:

This is where the potential is particularly compelling:

Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy for Aerophobia: A controlled VR environment could gradually simulate the different stages of a flight (boarding, takeoff, cruising, landing, light turbulence) while allowing a therapist to guide the patient. The gentle and synchronized movements of the seat could make the experience more realistic and help desensitize the passenger to their fears. 

Immersive Relaxation and Distraction Techniques: Soothing VR environments (beaches, forests, starry skies) combined with gentle seat movements and relaxing music could help anxious passengers relax and divert their attention from their fears during the flight. 

Positive Visualizations and Mental Preparation: VR scenarios focused on a safe and pleasant flight, with reassuring information about how the aircraft works and safety procedures, could help build confidence in anxious passengers. 

Biofeedback and Monitoring (Future Potential): Sensors integrated into the seat or headset could potentially measure physiological indicators (heart rate, skin conductance) and adapt the VR experience in real-time to optimize relaxation or desensitization. 

Specific Points for the Aeronautical Context:

Predominant Movements: In cruise flight, movements are generally more subtle (vibrations, light turbulence, gentle turns). The dynamic seat could be calibrated to simulate these sensations realistically without causing discomfort. 

Limited Space: The integration of dynamic seats in airplanes will need to consider the limited space between rows and the additional weight. Compact and lightweight designs will be essential. 

Strict Regulations: Any installation in an aircraft will have to comply with very strict safety and certification standards. The materials used will need to be fire-resistant, and the system must not interfere with the aircraft's systems in the event of a malfunction. 

 

Specific challenges for airplanes could include:

Aeronautical Certification: Obtaining the necessary certifications for the installation and use of such systems in flight will be a rigorous process. 

Weight and Energy Consumption: Minimizing the weight and energy consumption of the system is crucial to avoid impacting the aircraft's efficiency. 

Comfort and Ergonomics in Restricted Space: Ensuring passenger comfort despite the addition of a dynamic seat and headset in often limited space. 

Management of Headset Hygiene: Effective solutions for cleaning and disinfecting headsets between flights will be essential. 

Integration with Existing In-Flight Entertainment Systems: Compatibility and integration with current in-flight entertainment systems could be an advantage. 

In conclusion, the installation of a dynamic 3D seat with VR in an airplane offers significant potential to enhance the flight experience in terms of entertainment and productivity. But its most remarkable utility lies in its therapeutic potential to help individuals suffering from aerophobia. By providing a controlled environment for exposure therapy, relaxation, and distraction, this technology could make air travel much more accessible and enjoyable for a large number of people. However, specific technical, regulatory, and economic challenges related to the aeronautical context will need to be overcome to realize this innovation.


 

Anti phobia 3D Seat

Total Immersion
 

Conceptual Name: 3D Seat Anti-Phobia Immersion Module

Primary Objective: To significantly reduce the anxiety and fear associated with flying (aerophobia) in passengers by using synchronized multisensory immersion to mask the actual sensations of flight and focus attention onto a controlled virtual experience.

General Description:

The Anti-Phobia 3D Seat presents as a pod or semi-enclosed seat offering enhanced sensory isolation compared to a standard seat. It integrates a 3-axis dynamic seat, a high-definition Virtual Reality (VR) headset, and active noise-canceling headphones, all working synchronously to create a total escape experience during the flight.

Key Components and Functionality:

The 3-Axis Dynamic Seat (Core System):

Movements: Same as previously described (Up/Down, Right/Left, Forward/Backward - Heave, Sway, Surge).

Specific Anti-Phobia Role: The fundamental difference is that the seat's movements are NOT intended to compensate for the aircraft's motion, but to actively mask it by replacing it. The control system synchronizes the seat's movements exclusively with the virtual experience (film, game, simulation).

Example: If the aircraft experiences slight vertical turbulence (a small upward bump), but in the VR film, the character is in a car driving on a smooth road, the seat will not move or will only follow the micro-movements of the virtual car. If, in the VR game, the player makes a sharp left turn, the seat will tilt or slide laterally to the left, even if the aircraft is flying straight at that moment. The idea is that the motion sensations felt by the passenger correspond to what they see and hear, not the actual movements of the aircraft.


 

The Virtual Reality (VR) Headset:

*Features: High resolution, wide field of view (FOV), low latency (crucial to prevent motion sickness), lightweight, and comfortable for extended wear.
 

*Function: Visually isolates the passenger from the cabin environment, fully immersing them in the chosen virtual world.

Active Noise-Canceling Headphones:

-Features: High-fidelity audio, effective suppression of ambient cabin noise (engines, wind, conversations).

-Function: Aurally isolates the passenger, reinforcing immersion in the virtual experience's audio and blocking potentially anxiety-inducing aircraft sounds.

The Control and Synchronization System:

*Algorithm: The heart of the system. It interprets data from the VR application in real-time (position, acceleration, events in the virtual world) and translates it into precise commands for the seat's actuators.


 

*Content Library: Access to a selection of movies, immersive documentaries, video games, virtual relaxation experiences (calm beaches, forests, etc.), and potentially adapted sports broadcasts. Content must be specifically encoded or compatible with the haptic/motion feedback system.

*User Interface: Simple touchscreen or controller to choose the experience, adjust motion intensity (or disable it), control volume, and potentially activate a "passthrough" mode to briefly see/hear the cabin if needed (interaction with cabin crew).

Psychological Mechanism (How it Works Against Phobia):

-Cognitive Distraction: The mental engagement required by the VR experience diverts attention from anxious thoughts related to flying.

-Sensory Substitution: The brain receives coherent visual, auditory, and kinesthetic (motion) information from the virtual environment. These strong, synchronized signals tend to override the more subtle (or sometimes abrupt but visually uncorrelated) sensations of the actual aircraft's movement. The passenger "forgets" they are on a plane because their senses tell them they are elsewhere (in a race car, exploring a fantasy world, etc.).

-Sense of Control: Although the flight is beyond their control, the passenger can choose and interact with their virtual experience, which can restore some sense of agency.

Specific Considerations for the Anti-Phobia Application:

*Adjustable Intensity: Crucial. Some users may prefer subtle movements, others full immersion. The ability to completely disable motion is essential.

*Calming Content: In addition to standard entertainment, offer virtual environments specifically designed for relaxation and meditation, featuring very gentle and smooth movements.

*Managing Motion Sickness (Cybersickness): Perfect synchronization between VR and motion is vital. Gentle motion profiles and low-latency VR technology are necessary.

*Crew Communication: A simple way for the passenger to signal a need or for the crew to convey important information (safety announcements) must be integrated (e.g., experience interruption with visual/audio message, dedicated call button).

*Crew Training: Cabin crew must be trained on the system's use and how to assist passengers using it.

*Flight Phase Usage: The system would ideally be usable during the cruise phase. Its use during takeoff and landing (often more anxiety-provoking phases but also involving more pronounced movements and stricter safety requirements) would require thorough study and rigorous certification. It could be programmed to offer specific virtual scenarios for these phases, but safety would remain the priority.

 

Conclusion: 

The 3D Seat Anti-Phobia transforms the aircraft seat into an immersive escape bubble. By actively synchronizing seat motion with a VR and audio experience, it aims to replace the anxiety-provoking perception of the aircraft's real movements with an engaging and controlled simulation, thereby offering an advanced technological solution to help individuals suffering from aerophobia travel more serenely.

Granted Patent on 21 april 2024

StoryTelling

 Anti-Phobia 3D Dynamic Seat: Transforming the Flight Experience 


 

The Art of Telling a Story 
 

Zakaria has always been fascinated by technological innovations that improve daily life. One day, while watching a friend overwhelmed by fear during a flight, he had a revolutionary idea: What if passengers could be distracted while gradually acclimating to the sensations of flying? 
 

This is how the Anti-Phobia 3D Dynamic Seat was born—a unique invention designed by Zakaria to combat the fear of flying. The system consists of a motorized seat capable of replicating an aircraft’s movements along three axes (roll, pitch, and yaw), synchronized with a virtual reality (VR) headset and noise-canceling headphones. 
 

With this system, passengers are immersed in a total sensory experience: they can watch a movie, play a video game, or follow a live sports match while the seat gently simulates the vibrations and tilts of a flight. Their brain begins associating these sensations with a pleasant experience, gradually reducing anxiety. 

Zakaria envisions entire airplane cabins equipped with these seats, offering stressed travelers an innovative way to fly with peace of mind. What if, tomorrow, his technology became an industry standard? 

The goal is to showcase how the seat transforms the entire flight experience, from takeoff to landing. 

Commercial Pitch / Usage Scenario for the Anxious Traveler 

(Opening scene: A mental or visual image of a tense person staring apprehensively out the window before takeoff.) 

Zakaria: 

The roar of the engines revving up… that feeling of helplessness as the plane accelerates down the runway… your heart pounding… For millions of people, flying isn’t a freedom—it’s an ordeal. Every vibration, every altitude change, every unfamiliar noise is a source of intense anxiety. Sweaty palms, shallow breathing… sound familiar? 

Zakaria: 

Now imagine another way to travel. Imagine boarding a plane not with dread, but with… anticipation. Introducing the 3D VR Seat, your personal escape pod designed to transform your flight experience from start to finish. 

(The scenario unfolds step by step:) 

Boarding and Setup 

Zakaria: 

As soon as you settle into the 3D VR Seat, the outside world begins to fade. The enveloping design gives you an immediate sense of security and calming isolation. You put on the lightweight, comfortable VR headset and noise-canceling headphones. The cabin noise disappears, replaced by the welcome menu of your personalized journey. 

Choosing the Experience (Before Taxiing) 

Zakaria: 

Before the plane even moves, you choose your escape. An immersive movie you’ve been wanting to watch? A decisive match as if you were there? A peaceful underwater exploration? Or maybe an engaging game? You’re in control. Today, you decide to dive into an exhilarating virtual car race. 

Taxiing and Takeoff (The Critical Moment) 

Zakaria: 

The plane begins to taxi. Normally, your anxiety would spike. But here… you’re already behind the wheel of your virtual car. You hear the roar of your virtual engine. You see the racetrack ahead. And as the real plane accelerates down the runway… your 3D VR Seat reacts in PERFECT sync with your game. 

(Focus on the sensation:) 

The thrust you feel isn’t the nerve-wracking lift of the plane—it’s your virtual car accelerating! The seat gently presses you back, just as if you’d hit the gas pedal. When the plane tilts to gain altitude, your virtual car might be taking a banked turn, and the seat subtly leans with the action. Your brain no longer registers the plane’s movements—only the coherent motions of your virtual reality. Takeoff happens… and you were too busy negotiating a curve to even notice. 

Cruising (Turbulence? What Turbulence?) 

Zakaria: 

You’re in flight. The movie is captivating, the game intense, or the virtual landscape incredibly relaxing. Outside, the plane might hit mild turbulence. Normally, every jolt would feel like a stab of anxiety. 

(Focus on masking:) 

But with the 3D VR Seat, it’s different. If your virtual experience is calm (like a forest walk), the seat actively filters the plane’s micro-movements to maintain tranquility. If your experience involves action (like virtual hang-gliding over canyons), the seat’s motions align with that action, completely masking any minor bumps. They become irrelevant sensory background noise because your eyes, ears, and body are all immersed in the experience you chose. 

Descent and Landing (A Smooth Transition) 

Zakaria: 

The descent announcement comes. Once a stress trigger. Now? You might be wrapping up your movie or exploring virtual coral reefs. As the real plane descends, adjusts its angle, and slows, the 3D VR Seat intelligently adapts your experience. 

(Focus on the controlled finish:) 

The seat’s movements may soften, syncing with a calmer scene in your film or game, or transitioning to a gentle virtual landing. When the plane’s wheels touch down, the slight bump might register in your brain as the end of a game level or your virtual spaceship docking smoothly. Once again, the real sensation is reframed by immersion. The plane braking? Just your virtual vehicle slowing naturally after the race. 

Arrival (The Revelation) 

Zakaria: 

The plane stops. You gently remove the headset and headphones. You’re not exhausted from anxiety. Your palms aren’t sweaty. You’re calm—maybe even amused by the experience you just had. You’ve crossed the sky, faced the most dreaded phases of flight… without fear. You didn’t ‘survive’ the flight—you experienced it differently. 

(Conclusion—Emotional and Commercial Appeal:) 

Zakaria: 

The 3D VR Seat isn’t just a seat. It’s a key. The key that unlocks air travel for those imprisoned by fear. It’s the promise of arriving at your destination not relieved it’s over, but relaxed and ready to enjoy. For travelers, it’s reclaimed freedom. For airlines, it’s a new service class, a concrete solution to a widespread problem, and a revolutionary way to transform passenger experience. 

(Final image: The same person, now smiling and relaxed, disembarking the plane.) 

Zakaria: 

Book your escape pod. Choose your world. And take off… without fear. 3D VR Seat: The journey starts here. 

Key Pitch Points for a Commercial Context 

- Addresses a Real, Painful Problem: Aerophobia affects a significant portion of the population. 

- Clear Technological Solution: VR + Audio + Synchronized Motion = Total Immersion. 

- Unique Mechanism: Actively masks real plane movements with coherent virtual motions. 

- Full Journey Coverage: Effective during critical phases (takeoff/landing). 

- Experience Transformation: Shifts fear to neutrality—or even enjoyment. 

- Multiple Benefits: For passengers (well-being, freedom) and airlines (customer satisfaction, premium service, competitive edge).

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