US-20260126858-A1 - SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR GENERATING AND OUTPUTTING COMBINED HEARTBEAT SIMULATION PATTERNS AND METHODS THEREOF

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Abstract

Systems, devices, and methods for generating and outputting combined heartbeat simulation patterns using one or more heartbeat simulation devices. In embodiments, a first heartbeat pattern and a second heartbeat pattern are obtained from one or more sources, including heartbeat simulation devices, user devices, storage locations, or backend servers. Upon satisfaction of a combination condition, such as proximity detection, physical attachment detection, or user-initiated selection, a combined heartbeat pattern is generated using one or more algorithmic combination techniques. The combined heartbeat pattern may be stored, transmitted, or output by one or more heartbeat simulation devices. In embodiments, the combined heartbeat pattern may be output by a single heartbeat simulation device, by a plurality of heartbeat simulation devices concurrently, or by a plurality of heartbeat simulation devices in a coordinated manner in which different portions of the combined heartbeat pattern are output by different heartbeat simulation devices.

Inventors

Juan Vasquez
Mara Drazina

Assignees

MOONBOW INNOVATIONS INC.

Dates

Publication Date: 20260507
Application Date: 20260102

Claims (20)

1 . A system for generating and outputting a combined heartbeat pattern, the system comprising: a first heartbeat simulation device comprising a first output generator configured to output a heartbeat pattern; a second heartbeat simulation device comprising a second output generator configured to output a heartbeat pattern; and a communication arrangement configured to enable communication between the first heartbeat simulation device and the second heartbeat simulation device, wherein at least one of the first heartbeat simulation device and the second heartbeat simulation device is configured to: detect an interaction event between the first heartbeat simulation device and the second heartbeat simulation device; generate, in response to the interaction event, a combined heartbeat pattern based on at least the first heartbeat pattern and the second heartbeat pattern; and cause output of the combined heartbeat pattern using one or more of the first output generator and the second output generator.
2 . The system of claim 1 , wherein causing the output of the combined heartbeat pattern includes automatically transmitting a control signal to a physical output component of at least one heartbeat simulation device, the control signal being configured to actuate the physical output component to produce a tangible, physically perceptible heartbeat simulation corresponding to the combined heartbeat pattern.
3 . The system of claim 1 , wherein the interaction event includes one or more of: detection of proximity between the first heartbeat simulation device and the second heartbeat simulation device without physical attachment; and detection of physical attachment between the first heartbeat simulation device and the second heartbeat simulation device.
4 . The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first heartbeat simulation device and the second heartbeat simulation device further comprises a memory configured to store the combined heartbeat pattern.
5 . The system of claim 1 , wherein generation of the combined heartbeat pattern includes application of at least one algorithmic combination technique selected from the group consisting of mathematical superposition, interleaving, feature blending, modulation, and AI-based pattern generation.
6 . The system of claim 1 , further comprising a user device executing a companion software application, wherein the companion software application is configured to initiate generation of the combined heartbeat pattern.
7 . The system of claim 6 , further comprising a backend server in communication with the companion software application, wherein the backend server is configured to perform at least a portion of generation of the combined heartbeat pattern.
8 . The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first heartbeat simulation device or the second heartbeat simulation device is further configured to convert the combined heartbeat pattern into a musical melody and to output the musical melody using an audio output generator.
9 . The system of claim 1 , wherein the combined heartbeat pattern is one of: generated as a temporary combined heartbeat pattern while the interaction event persists; and generated as a persistent combined heartbeat pattern stored for output after the interaction event ends.
10 . A heartbeat simulation device comprising: at least one processor and a memory operably coupled to the at least one processor; a communication module configured to communicate with at least one additional heartbeat simulation device; and a tactile output generator configured to reproduce a heartbeat pattern, wherein the memory is further configured to store processor-readable code that, when executed by the at least one processor, is configured to perform operations comprising: generating a combined heartbeat pattern based on a heartbeat pattern stored in the memory and a heartbeat pattern received from the additional heartbeat simulation device.; and outputting the combined heartbeat pattern, including automatically transmitting a control signal to the tactile output generator, the control signal being configured to actuate the tactile output generator to produce a tangible, physically perceptible heartbeat simulation corresponding to the combined heartbeat pattern.
11 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 10 , further comprising an audio output generator configured to reproduce a melody derived from a heartbeat pattern.
12 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 10 , wherein the communication module is configured to detect proximity of the additional heartbeat simulation device.
13 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 10 , further comprising a physical connection system configured to physically attach the heartbeat simulation device to the additional heartbeat simulation device.
14 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 13 , further comprising a sensor configured to detect physical attachment via the physical connection system.
15 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 10 , wherein the operations further comprise: generating the combined heartbeat pattern automatically upon detecting proximity or physical attachment.
16 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 10 , wherein the operations further comprise: storing the combined heartbeat pattern in the memory.
17 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 10 , wherein the operations further comprise: converting the combined heartbeat pattern into a musical melody.
18 . The heartbeat simulation device of claim 10 , wherein the heartbeat simulation device is configured to operate in an individual mode, a temporary combined mode, or a synchronized combined mode.
19 . A method for combining heartbeat patterns associated with two or more heartbeat simulation devices, the method comprising: obtaining a first heartbeat pattern from a first source; obtaining a second heartbeat pattern from a second source, wherein at least one of the first source or the second source includes one or more of a user device, a heartbeat simulation device, a storage location, and a backend server; determining that a combination condition has been satisfied, the combination condition including one or more of proximity detection between heartbeat simulation devices, physical attachment detection between heartbeat simulation devices, and user-initiated selection via a companion software application; generating a combined heartbeat pattern using at least one algorithmic combination technique applied to the first heartbeat pattern and the second heartbeat pattern; and causing the combined heartbeat pattern to be stored, transmitted, or output by one or more heartbeat simulation devices, wherein the combined heartbeat pattern is caused to be output by a single heartbeat simulation device, by a plurality of heartbeat simulation devices concurrently, or by the plurality of heartbeat simulation devices in a coordinated manner in which different portions of the combined heartbeat pattern are output by different heartbeat simulation devices.
20 . The method of claim 19 , wherein causing output of the combined heartbeat pattern includes automatically transmitting a control signal to a physical output component of at least one heartbeat simulation device, the control signal being configured to actuate the physical output component to produce a tangible, physically perceptible heartbeat simulation corresponding to the combined heartbeat pattern.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD The present disclosure generally relates to heartbeat simulation devices, and more specifically to devices configured for generating and reproducing combined heartbeat simulation patterns. BACKGROUND Heartbeat patterns have long been recognized as meaningful physiological signals that convey information beyond mere biological function. A heartbeat pattern may reflect rhythm, variability, intensity, and timing characteristics that are unique to an individual. As a result, heartbeat patterns have been used in a variety of contexts, including medical monitoring, biometric identification, wellness applications, and personal or emotional expression. In some non-medical contexts, heartbeat patterns have been recorded and reproduced to create a sense of presence, connection, or reassurance. Conventional systems for reproducing heartbeat patterns typically rely on static playback mechanisms. For example, a recorded heartbeat waveform may be replayed using an audio speaker or a vibration motor to simulate a pulse. While such approaches may reproduce a single heartbeat pattern, they are generally limited to isolated playback of prerecorded data and lack the ability to dynamically generate new heartbeat patterns based on interaction between multiple heartbeat sources. In many cases, such systems are constrained to a single device and a single output modality, such as vibration or sound, and do not support coordinated or multi-device output. Additionally, existing approaches generally do not provide mechanisms for combining heartbeat patterns from multiple individuals into a unified or composite heartbeat pattern. When multiple heartbeat signals are involved, conventional systems may simply alternate playback. Another limitation of existing systems is the lack of coordinated output across multiple devices. Even where multiple devices are capable of reproducing heartbeat patterns, there is typically no mechanism to ensure that such devices generate a shared or coordinated heartbeat simulation. As a result, playback across devices may be unsynchronized, redundant, or inconsistent. Furthermore, conventional heartbeat reproduction systems often treat heartbeat output as a fixed signal rather than as a pattern that may be transformed, partitioned, or rendered differently depending on context. This limits the ability to support advanced output configurations. SUMMARY The present disclosure achieves technical advantages as systems, devices, and methods configured to generate, combine, and output simulated heartbeat patterns using one or more heartbeat simulation devices. In embodiments, a plurality of heartbeat simulation devices may be configured to store individual heartbeat patterns and to interact with one another to generate a combined heartbeat pattern that reflects characteristics of two or more source heartbeat patterns. By enabling automated generation and output of combined heartbeat patterns in response to interaction events, such as proximity detection, physical attachment, and/or user-initiated selection, the disclosed systems provide a mechanism for producing unified heartbeat simulations that may be experienced tactilely, audibly, or both, without requiring manual synchronization or static pre-recorded playback. In particular embodiments, the system may be configured to generate the combined heartbeat pattern using one or more algorithmic combination techniques, including mathematical superposition, interleaving, feature blending, modulation, and AI-based pattern generation. The combined heartbeat pattern may be generated locally by a heartbeat simulation device, by a user device executing a companion software application, by a backend server, or by combinations thereof. The combined heartbeat pattern may be caused to be output by a single heartbeat simulation device, by a plurality of heartbeat simulation devices concurrently, or by a plurality of heartbeat simulation devices in a coordinated manner in which different portions of the combined heartbeat pattern are output by different heartbeat simulation devices, such as in response to detecting a user interaction with the device. This flexibility allows the system to support a wide range of interaction and output configurations without constraining the simulation to a single device or modality. In embodiments, the heartbeat simulation devices may be configured to operate in multiple operational modes, including individual modes, temporary combined modes, and synchronized combined modes. In temporary combined modes, the combined heartbeat pattern may be generated and output (such as in response to detecting a user interaction or automatically) only while an interaction condition persists, such as during proximity or physical attachment. In synchronized combined modes, the combined heartbeat pattern may be stored and persist across separation events, allowing the combined heartbeat simulation to continue to be output (such as in response to dete