A cushioned device configured to prevent an occupant of a vehicle from being left unattended. The device includes a cushioned pad with a pressure sensor, a dongle, and an optimal application for receiving a pressure signal detected by the cushioned device. The application and dongle capable of generating an audible noise and associated notifications when a predetermined distance between the cushioned portion and the dongle and/or application is too great indicating that the object on the cushioned pad is now unattended. Accordingly, this system utilizes the proximity of companion devices and detected pressure signal to determine unattended occupancy in a confined space.
Cushioned pad apparatus to indicate and alert presence of an unattended occupant within a vehicle
2025-03-04
Patent
Electronic Resource
English