Quezon City University

673 Quirino Hi- way, San Bartolome, Novaliches, Quezon City

In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirement in the
Fundamentals of Creativity and Innovation

Submitted by: Riza Mae G. Alce

Submitted to: Prof. Rafael E. Tabunda

September 2019
Title: STAY-O-PILLOW

Filipinos have one of the highest rates of sleep deprivation

in Asia; 46% of Filipinos do not get enough sleep while 32% said

they sleep for less than six hours, according to the 2016 Healthy

Living Index Survey.

Many of us are taking advantage of our time travel to work

or school and traffics to take some little nap for us to fill

those supposed to be 8 hours of sleep. But it will never be that

peaceful when you are riding a PUV (Public Utility Vehicle), your

travel will be bumpy or as if you are traveling to heaven. It

depends on how responsible your driver was. A sudden break will

probably make you slide up to the driver's seat or probably hit

your head on the other passenger's shoulder. Which you never

meant, but you might receive that annoyed or disgust look from

that passenger.

Some of us brought a U-shaped traveling pillow that will

give comfort for our head, but it will not erase the fact that

our head will not stay in one place. Most of the traveling pillow

is not effective when you are riding a jeepney, because the

window of this vehicle has different designs. That is when Stay-

O-Pillow helps you. It will not only give you comfort but also it

will make your head stay in place, not making other people

annoyed. Even you are going to ride a jeepney.

Historical Background

Pillows are synonymous with comfort and relaxation. They are

a cushion for the head and neck, providing support and a good

night’s sleep. However, in the past, pillows weren’t exactly the

soft headrest they are today.

The history of the pillow dates back to around 7,000 BC in

ancient Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. These pillows were made of

stone and obviously weren’t comfortable, although comfort wasn’t

really their purpose.

The function of the stone pillow was to prevent insects from

crawling into mouths, noses, and ears. With the high price of

stone, they were used only by the wealthy citizens.

In ancient Egypt, the head was believed to be the seat of

spiritual life and it had to be cherished. Egyptian pillows were

made of different materials, including marble, ivory, ceramic,

stone and wood. They also had a religious meaning, as the pillow

was carved with images of the gods and placed under the heads of

the deceased to keep bad spirits away.

The ancient Chinese civilization used different materials

such as stone, wood, bamboo, bronze, porcelain, and jade

decorated with pictures of humans, animals, and plants. They

believed that the materials of which the pillow was made could

have health benefits for the person using it.

It was generally agreed that the jade pillow increased one’s

intelligence. While the Chinese had the ability to make soft

pillows, they believed they stole energy from the body while

sleeping. The Chinese supported the idea that hard pillows bring

health and intellect.

The ancient Greeks and Romans left behind the idea of the

traditional hard pillow and used cloth filled with materials such

as cotton, reeds, or straw, while the wealthy used soft down

feathers. These pillows were the antecedents of the type of

pillows used today.

In the European Middle Ages, pillows were not particularly

popular. The soft pillow was a status symbol and many people

could not afford to use them. King Henry VIII banned the use of

soft pillows for anyone except for pregnant women. However, by

the 16th century, pillows were once more widespread, although the

stuffing inside had to be regularly changed due to mold and

vermin.

In the 19th century with the beginning of the Industrial

Revolution, the pillow became common in almost every home. During

this time, pillows became more affordable as they were mass-

produced due to the advancement of technology. In England, it was

the Victorian era that turned these items into decorative

elements for couches and chairs.

Modern soft pillows are made from various different

materials. The outer cover is usually made of cotton or

polyester, while the filling material can be natural, such as

cotton, feather, or sheep wool. Because of the allergic reactions

some people have from feathers, synthetic materials like latex,

foam, and polyester are also used.

Today there are many different types of pillows such as gel

pillows, orthopedic pillows, pillows for rest and sleep, and

decorative cushions. The evolution of the pillow is not over yet:

new materials and shapes arise constantly.

Components (Materials)

 Plush Cloth

 Foam

 Sewing materials

 2 Sticking Suction Cup (fixed with screw - same material)

 Nylon Clip Lock

 Multi-level retractable double-shaft stand (aluminum)

attached to Plastic clip for cue rack with rubber with in

 2 Plastic clip for cue rack with rubber with in

(fixed with screw – same material)

 2 Plastic panel fastener (customized)

 Function (How it works?)

This innovated traveling pillow will support your neck and

head in a natural position. It aims to reduce neck pain and give

you a good sleep. Also to create a natural resting position for

your head that maintains the lordotic curve of your spine keeps

the head from slipping into an uncomfortable and possibly harmful

position during sleep. Its main goal is to make your head stay in

its place still it can give you comfort in sleeping. It is

possible to be used in different types of vehicles, even PUVs.

How does it work?

Since it is applicable to the different headrest and even

windows. Below you can see how this traveling pillow is a good

match to different vehicles head rest or window(jeepney).

JEEPNEY’S

Bus Headrest Opened Window

Airplane Headrest Window with Railings

UV Express Chair Glassed Window

Importance of the Stay-O-Pillow to the Society & Country
SOCIETY

This innovation will make your people be more happy with

their daily lives. Since their incomplete 8 hours of sleep can be

filled by those very comfortable sweet little naps that can be

done with their traveling time to school, work and being stuck in

traffic. They can be more productive and in fully functioned

human, because their brain rested perfectly.

COUNTRY

The people who worked productively and students who

actively participate in class can make a big impact on our

countries economy. The entity that has productive workers could

have a great performance on their continues operation. Our future

will be in good shape if the student can comprehend the lessons

and participate in class eagerly. They will be the new leaders

that can change the fate of our country. But all of this can

happen in every one of us can have enough sleep every day.

Limitations
  It cannot be put in a bag, because it can consume a big

space. It is good for it to be hand-carried.

 It is a hustle for it to be used on a very short trip if you

are going to use its real function(to make your head stay

for a nap) but if not it can be used in another way for you

to have a comfortable nap however it will not be as stable

as the first one.

 Not suitable for children because of their height.

Advantage

 Comfortable and stable nap even sleep if it is going to be a

long trip.

 Applicable for different types of vehicle.

Disadvantage

 When your supposed to be nap turned to sleep, because you

became way too comfortable with your travel.

Innovative Product
 STAY-O-PILLOW

PLUG- INS

Possible Design of the

travelling pillow

Cartoon Design
Animal Design

It can be customized
based on your
preference