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Welcome to
Boomer

The Boomer project is focusing on elderly sleeping problems and developing a weighted blanket with adjustable weight. This blanket improves the user experience of traditional weighted blankets for the elderly by using water to control the weight.

We provide an individual and customized experience for all elderly people.

Problem Statement

HMW support older adults to break the cycle of sleeplessness, improve mental resilience, and reclaim a sense of safety and control over their well-being？

Problems the elderly face when using a weighted blanket

For certain reasons, the elderly have difficulty using weighted blankets properly.

Restricted Movement  

The weight of the blanket (typically 5-12 kg) can make it difficult for elderly individuals, especially those with reduced muscle strength or arthritis, to shift positions during sleep. This restriction may cause discomfort or increase the risk of pressure sores in those with limited mobility.

Individual Preference and Adjustment

Weight, size need to be tailored to individual preferences to maximize comfort and benefit

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Difficulty with movement or getting out of bed

Difficulty removing the blanket can lead to imbalance or falls when attempting to stand up, especially in the dark or when sleepy

助行器

Our Product

Water Blanket

Use water to adjust the weight and pressure exerted on user body while user sleep.

Dimension:

1.8m*0.8m

 

Default setting:​

Overall blanket: 5kg

Chest: 0kg

Stomach: 0kg

Leg: 0kg

Pump: 1.5L/min

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Properties

Subsystem

How to use

Below, we will demonstrate how the Water Blanket works and how users can use it throughout the night

Demo Video on the UI

The time in the video is tuned fast 5times than real situation

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