Research conducted by the MIT Media Lab suggests that olfactory stimuli during sleep can improve the positive content of dreams and enhance overall sleep quality. Building on this insight, Dream Wander integrates scent-based interventions to alleviate subconscious anxiety and stress, promoting a more restful sleep experience.
Combining the smart app Dream Wander with an device, the Dream Spray, to provide a personalised sleep solution. The system allows users to select and deploy different scents at specific sleep stages, tailored to their unique needs.
Functionality Overview
Scents for Different Sleep Stages
Lavender: Released during the initial stages of sleep to aid relaxation and help users fall asleep faster.
Chamomile: Activated during rapid eye movement (REM) phases to mitigate nightmares and encourage calm dream content.
Scent Delivery Technology
The Dream Spray device, designed to be mounted above the user's bed, works seamlessly with the Dream Wander App. By analysing sleep patterns and dream activity, the app triggers the device to release specific scents at optimal moments.
Aroma Bottle Design
To support customisation, the Aroma Bottle within the Dream Spray is divided into four columns, each containing a unique liquid scent. This structure enables precise delivery based on the user's sleep stage and desired outcome.
Combining the smart app Dream Wander with an device, the Dream Spray, to provide a personalised sleep solution. The system allows users to select and deploy different scents at specific sleep stages, tailored to their unique needs.
Functionality Overview
Scents for Different Sleep Stages
Lavender: Released during the initial stages of sleep to aid relaxation and help users fall asleep faster.
Chamomile: Activated during rapid eye movement (REM) phases to mitigate nightmares and encourage calm dream content.
Scent Delivery Technology
The Dream Spray device, designed to be mounted above the user's bed, works seamlessly with the Dream Wander App. By analysing sleep patterns and dream activity, the app triggers the device to release specific scents at optimal moments.
Aroma Bottle Design
To support customisation, the Aroma Bottle within the Dream Spray is divided into four columns, each containing a unique liquid scent. This structure enables precise delivery based on the user's sleep stage and desired outcome.
