Boeing Awarded Patent For A Forward-Leaning Sleep System

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Boeing has recently been awarded a patent for a cushion and strap-based system that would allow passengers to sleep in a forward leaning position.

In the limited space available on planes, we all know it's not easy to sleep.

Boeing has recently been awarded a U.S. patent for an in-seat sleep system. 


Officially named the “transport vehicle upright sleep support system,” it would allow passengers to rest or sleep in a supported, forward-leaning position.


According to the patent filed in 2013, a special backpack would c