DE202013012263U1 - stimulation device - Google Patents

Abstract

Stimulation device (1) for erogenous zones, in particular for the clitoris (12), comprising: a pressure field generating device (2) comprising: a first volume variable chamber (3) inside the stimulation device (1); and a second chamber (4) having an opening (42) for seating on a body part (11); and a connecting member (5) connecting the first chamber (3) to the second chamber (4); and a drive unit (6) having an axis (61) which can change the volume of the first chamber (3) by means of an eccentric (62) according to a rotation of the axis (61) such that via the connecting element (5) in the second Chamber (4) a stimulating pressure field is generated with alternating under and over pressures with respect to a reference pressure; and a control device (7) which drives the drive unit (6) and a battery (76), and a housing (8) which can be held in the hand and which is supplemented with silicone, wherein the stimulation device (1) engages Hand device is, and a control element 71, with which the modulation of the pressure field is variable, and wherein the drive unit (6) is an electric motor; and wherein the first chamber (3) is connected via the connecting element (5) exclusively to the second chamber (4), whereby no other connection of the first chamber (3) than that to the second chamber (4), and wherein the connecting element ( 5) has a single opening (51) in the second chamber (4) between the first chamber (3) and the second chamber (4), and wherein the connecting element (5) with its opening (51) on the body part to be stimulated ( 11) is aligned, and the opening (51) after placing the second chamber (4) on the body part (11) opposite the body part to be stimulated (11), and wherein the connecting element (5) is designed with only a straight channel , and wherein the stimulation device (1) has no valves.

Description

The present invention relates to a stimulation device for erogenous zones, in particular for the clitoris, a system with a stimulation device, and methods for stimulating body parts.

The erogenous zones of the human body can be stimulated with a variety of aids. For example, vibrators are used to exert a stimulus on a specific skin area by direct contact. However, this form of stimulation can cause irritation or irritation. Also, a direct contact of the genital area with such aids for individual reasons, such as hygiene or personal reservations, not be desired.

In particular, the direct stimulation of the clitoris, for example with a Auflegevibrator, is problematic. For example, in women the clitoris is usually the most sensitive erogenous zone. The entire clitoris is heavily endowed with nerve endings, making it particularly sensitive to touch and susceptible to sexual stimuli. Here, in particular, the clitoris sickle, in which the nerve cords of the two thighs meet, should be emphasized. Thus, on the one hand frequent application of a laying vibrator for direct stimulation leads to habituation effects or to conditioning of the stimulated erogenous zone, while on the other hand the initial applications of such a device require a certain training or familiarization.

In addition, medical studies conducted in 2006 determined female clitoris as a key starting point for the female climax and neurologically demonstrated the different sensory qualities of clitoral (and vaginal) orgasm for the first time. Thus, according to recent medical research, the stimulation of the clitoris, and not the vagina, is the starting point of sexual arousal of the woman and thus the key to female sexual pleasure. "

Furthermore, the sensitivity of the human erogenous zones, for example the clitoris, the inner and outer Labia or the nipples, is individually very different. The person can be so sensitive that a direct stimulation comes after a long foreplay, and even then very tender, or not at all. Furthermore, the sensitivity of the corresponding zone may vary greatly from situation to situation or even during a sexual act.

For the above reasons, various indirect forms of stimulation are common practice as an alternative to direct stimulation.

For indirect stimulation of erogenous zones, and in particular of the clitoris, conventional vacuum devices are used to stimulate the erogenous zones of the subject without direct contact with the main area to be stimulated. For example, vacuum pumps for the female primary or secondary genitalia are known, which usually have a suction cup for placement and a hand pump. For example, the negative pressure exerted on the clitoris with this type of device creates a negative pressure in the clitoris itself, which is usually lower than the systolic blood pressure. This pressure difference leads to an enlargement of the clitoris and / or stimulates blood flow in the affected area. This clitoral vascular blood flow serves to stimulate pleasure by increasing the sensitivity as well as the optical and haptic manipulation. Also, the better blood flow leads to increased leakage of vaginal moisture, which makes the stimulation more pleasant. However, the manual operation of the hand pump is often annoying or disturbing. In addition, habituation effects can also occur in this device category as a result of the longer-term or uninterrupted application of negative pressure, which permanently restrict the effectiveness of the device. In addition, a mere increase in blood flow in the clitoris is often not enough to reach the climax; Thus, vacuum pumps are often used only as a prelude to reach the Klimax with a subsequent direct (pressure) massage of the erogenous zone.

Instead of the manually operated vacuum pump increasingly electrically driven vacuum pumps are used. As an example, the disclosed WO 2006/05 82 91 A2 a device for sexual therapy, the assembly consisting of a tubular suction chamber for the clitoris, an electrical vacuum source (vacuum pump) and a plurality of air flow openings. Through the operation of the vacuum pump, a continuous air flow or air exchange in the region of the clitoris is generated in the chamber. It is disadvantageously sucked off by the negative pressure increasingly occurring vaginal moisture, which is why a drying effect of the stimulated skin areas occurs. Likewise, the extracted moist air leads to contamination of the fluidically subsequent vacuum arrangement, such as the vacuum pump. Thus, such arrangements with vacuum pumps may be problematic in terms of their hygiene, since the vacuum pump and the associated valves or ventilation components often have dead spaces or dead angles and / or are difficult to clean. Next serves the Device of therapy of the blood vessels of the clitoris, and not stimulation until sexual climax.

The US 6 099 463 A discloses a device for stimulation of the clitoris with a tubular suction chamber, a vacuum source or a vacuum pump and a plurality of valves with which the size of the vacuum is regulated. The vacuum can also be applied in cyclic form in order to achieve a stimulation effect, whereby in this device due to the application of a sustained vacuum habituation effects are to be expected. Again, there are the above-mentioned disadvantages of hygiene and dehydration of the skin area to be stimulated. Likewise, the printing arrangement with multiple valves, vacuum pump, etc. is relatively complex.

The US Pat. No. 6,464,653 B1 discloses therapeutic devices and methods that produce clitoral flushing by means of a vacuum generated by a vacuum pump to assist in the treatment of clitoral disorders, such as incontinence. By means of a control valve or modulator, which can be covered with the finger accordingly, the height of the vacuum in the suction chamber is manually adjusted or varied. This requires the user's attention and may be distracting or distracting. Also, this relatively complex device with other valves on the above-mentioned disadvantages of hygiene and dehydration, the device also serves long-term therapeutic purposes and not short-term sexual stimulation.

The WO 2008/02 80 76 A2 discloses a therapeutic device for women which primarily serves the treatment of sexual disorders. The device includes a combination of indirect stimulation using a vacuum chamber and direct stimulation using mechanical vibrators and oscillators.

In this therapeutic device, the negative pressure is used to increase the blood flow in the clitoris, while the actual stimulation or massage of the skin area takes place by means of direct mechanical vibrations / oscillations. For example, a suction cup for placement on the skin area to be stimulated is internally connected to a motor via a mechanical connection. The suction cup is extended by the motor after activation of the device, whereby the volume of the suction cup increases. The resulting volume of the suction cup and thus the amount of vacuum can be adjusted by means of control elements on the device. The displaced by the suction in the device air is discharged through a pipe back to the outside. In this device, the vacuum has only a supporting function, while the actual stimulation is done directly, which also entails the disadvantages of a direct stimulation explained above.

The US 2013/001 276 9 A1 discloses a device in which a pulsating overpressure is used for stimulation as an air pressure massage. Thus, a pump or a compressor generates a pulsating overpressure, which is directed by means of a nozzle to the erogenous zone to be stimulated. In this device, the affected area of the skin dries up or down disadvantageously. Likewise, there is usually a temperature difference between the temperature of the supplied air and the temperature of the skin to be stimulated, which may be distracting under certain circumstances. Also occur in this device, the above-mentioned problems of hygiene, in which case any pathogens or germs or other contaminants in the device are also still transported directly to the genital area of the user.

Thus, the devices of the prior art have the common drawback that the complexity of the negative pressure or pressure-generating arrangements can be high and this device can have hygienic problems.

Further, the devices of the prior art have the further disadvantage that habituation effects occur with longer-lasting or continuous or frequently recurring applications of suppressions.

Another disadvantage with some of the vacuum devices described above is that, firstly, the vacuum must be limited by means of a control valve or a vacuum pump, and second, the vacuum should be relieved by means of a manual opening of a release valve before the suction cup is detached from the skin. If one of the valves has a technical defect and / or the user operates the unit incorrectly, there may be a risk of injury.

Thus, in view of the problems discussed above, it is the object underlying the invention to provide a stimulation device which has a simple structure and is simple and safe to use.

A further object of the present invention is to provide a stimulation device with an effective stimulation-triggering effect, which is used for the stimulation of an erogenous Zone, especially the female clitoris, is suitable.

In addition, subtasks of the invention are to provide a device which avoids drying of the erogenous zones to be stimulated, is hygienic and avoids habituation effects.

The object underlying the invention is achieved by the stimulation device according to claim 1. Advantageous developments and embodiments are the subject of further independent and dependent claims.

According to the invention, a pressure field generating device of the stimulation device has at least one first chamber and at least one second chamber with at least one opening for placement on a body part or on the erogenous zone and at least one connecting element which connects the first chamber to the second chamber.

By virtue of this construction according to the invention of chambers communicating fluidly via at least one connecting element, a pressure field in the second chamber can be generated in a simple manner by changing the volume of the first chamber, which is directed at times to the skin area to be stimulated.

A pressure field in the sense of the invention is a time-varying field of media pressures, which at times has overpressures and temporary negative pressures, where a negative pressure is a medium pressure which is below the reference pressure, and an overpressure is a medium pressure which is above the reference pressure.

The medium is usually gaseous, preferably air, but may for example alternatively or additively be a liquid medium, for example water or commercial lubricant. For example, the lubricant may be introduced into the chambers according to the invention before use of the stimulation device. In this way, the stimulation of the corresponding skin area instead of air can also be done with a suitable skin-friendly liquid, which may be desired depending on the individual preference of the user. As another example, the stimulation device may also be used under water with water as the medium (for example, in the bathtub).

The reference pressure is usually the ambient pressure relative to the stimulation device at the beginning of the application (i.e., prior to placement of the stimulation device on the skin area to be stimulated). In the preferred application of the stimulation device with air, the reference pressure is the currently existing air pressure or the normal pressure.

Due to the pressure field according to the invention, the skin area to be stimulated is stimulated on the one hand in its blood circulation, while on the other hand it is indirectly massaged. This combines two beneficial effects. Due to the increased blood flow, the person's erogenous zone is more sensitive, while also creating a massage effect that serves to stimulate the erogenous zone, for example, from sexual arousal to climax. The massaging effect is generated by the kinetic energy of the medium flowing from the first chamber through the connecting element against the surface of the skin area to be stimulated. In this way, the massage effect indirectly, ie without direct contact of the skin to be stimulated by a solid body, for example, generated by a vibrator, with the result that the above-mentioned disadvantages of direct stimulation can be avoided.

By the exemplary application of the invention temporally changing pressure field on the clitoris, an irritation is mimicked by the pressure field, which usually takes place during sexual intercourse. The cohabitation movement also generates an alternating stimulus on the clitoris. Thus, it is a close-to-life imitation of the natural cohabitation act, with medical statements confirming that the application of the pressure field according to the invention leads neither to habituation effects nor to addiction. This is due in particular to the alternating application of underpressure and overpressure (or also in the non-continuous application of only one type of pressure).

Furthermore, the maximum applicable pressure is regularly limited by the maximum load capacity of the skin area to be stimulated. For example, too high a negative pressure, especially in erogenous zones, carries the risk of painful injuries. Only suppression pacing devices are usually limited in their operation to this maximum. In contrast, according to the invention, an extended working range of the stimulation-triggering pressure field or effect is created by the combination of positive and negative pressures, since the working range of the pressure can now be exploited to the maximum in both the positive and the negative range.

As a result of the orientation of the at least one connecting element on the skin area to be stimulated, the pressure field can act directly, the pressure field being decisively influenced by the Configuration of the at least one connecting element and the at least one opening is influenced by the connecting element in the second chamber, and is adjustable depending on the application of the stimulation device. Thus, the at least one opening of the connecting element can be located opposite the body part to be stimulated, preferably directly. For example, in a stimulation device intended for the clitoris, the connecting element may have a single passage opening with a jet effect on the clitoris sickle between the first and the second chamber. Alternatively, the at least one connecting element may consist of several, for example four, through-openings between the chambers, if a larger-area skin area is to be stimulated.

Next arises after placing the half-side or partially open second chamber on the skin area to be stimulated a self-contained system of media or air flow in the pressure field generating device. Thus, the medium or the air is significantly reciprocated between the chambers, while an exchange with media or with air from outside the system is at least largely avoided. Thus, the first chamber is preferably connected via or through the connecting element exclusively with the second chamber. Thus, there are no other connections of the first chamber than those to the second chamber; For example, there is no direct connection of the first chamber with the environment of the device via a pressure valve or via a Luftabführkanal.

For example, in the flow system of the present invention, the temperature of the air in the flow system of the present invention will quickly adapt to the skin temperature while avoiding the disturbing supply of new (eg, cold) air from outside the system, as in the prior art et al. may be the case with the use of vacuum pumps. In addition, drying effects are avoided, since in a closed system no or little removal of stimulation-promoting fluid, such as body fluid takes place.

Furthermore, the pressure field generating device according to the invention due to the simple structure has the advantage of increased hygiene and improved cleaning ability. In this case, the present invention avoids valves or pumps / compressors with potential dead spaces and points not to be cleaned. Thus, the pressure field generating device according to the invention is easy to clean. For example, a cleaning of the stimulation device can be carried out in a simple manner by filling a cleaning liquid into the first chamber and activating the pressure field. Alternatively, the second chamber may be arranged interchangeably, which also facilitates the cleaning of both chambers. Furthermore, the chambers according to the invention and the connecting element of the pressure field generating device can be made in one piece, wherein these consist for example of a single plastic molded part (for example rubber).

In addition, the construction according to the invention leads to the avoidance of complex fluidic elements, such as e.g. Valves, which leads to a simplification of the production.

Furthermore, the stimulation device according to the invention has a drive unit which changes the volume of the first chamber such that a pressure field is generated via the connecting element in the second chamber, which serves to stimulate the erogenous zone, and a control device, which controls the drive unit.

The transported between the chambers medium is limited in principle by its volume to the maximum volume of the first chamber. In addition, the volume transported through the maximum possible change in volume, which is caused by the drive unit, be further limited constructive.

As a result, the maximum positive or negative pressure that the stimulation device can build up in the second chamber is limited due to the dimensioning of the components of the pressure field generation device and the drive. In particular, the maximum positive or negative pressure can be limited to a level that minimizes or precludes a risk of injury to the skin areas to be stimulated. For example, a safety valve which is customary in the state of the art or a manual intervention of the user in the stimulation process, for example an opening of a release valve, is therefore unnecessary.

Furthermore, the time variation of the pressure field or the modulation of the pressure field is largely automatically controlled by the control device. Thus, in the control device, the modulation of the pressure field, such as intensity, time course or sequence, be pre-stored. The temporal change of the pressure field may preferably have regular or recurring (stimulation) patterns, for example pulses having a predetermined clock or regularly alternating pulse sequences. In this way, the interaction of the user with the stimulation device according to the invention can be limited to the switching on and off and the selection of the stimulation pattern, while the stimulation device automatically executes the preferred stimulation pattern. Thus, according to the invention, the application complexity of the stimulation device just low compared to the conventional (medical) vacuum stimulation devices. Alternatively or additionally, the user may individually configure the stimulation patterns of the stimulation device during or before operation.

According to a further aspect of the invention, a system with the stimulation device according to the invention is proposed according to the further independent claim, which has a separate remote control device to the stimulation device, wherein the control device of the stimulation device is remotely controlled by the remote control device. Thus, a conventional wireless (for example, via wireless) or wired remote control can be used to remotely control the modulation of the stimulation device or its activation by another user.

According to a further aspect of the invention, a method for stimulating body parts, in particular the clitoris, is proposed. The associated advantageous effects and effects are explained in detail above with respect to the pressure field.

According to a further aspect of the invention, the use of the stimulation device according to the invention as a sex toy for stimulation of the female clitoris is proposed. As explained above, the female clitoris is a particularly sensitive erogenous zone of the woman, which is why the inventive use of an indirect massage in combination with a negative pressure stimulation for this body part for stimulation to orgasm appears particularly advantageous.

• Ausbilden eines auf ein Körperteil gerichteten Druckfeldes; und
• Modulieren des Druckfeldes mit einem Muster von Unter- und Überdrücken, bezüglich eines Referenzdrucks, vorzugsweise dem Normaldruck.

Another aspect of the invention is a method for stimulating erogenous zones, in particular the clitoris, comprising the following steps:

• Forming a pressure field directed to a body part; and
• Modulating the pressure field with a pattern of under and over pressures, with respect to a reference pressure, preferably the normal pressure.

A further aspect of the invention is a method for stimulating erogonal zones according to the previously listed method, wherein the stimulation effect is individually influenced by the modulation of the pressure field by means of a control element.

A further aspect of the invention is a method for stimulating erogonal zones as claimed in one of the two methods described above, wherein the modulation is pulsed.

A further aspect of the invention is a method for stimulating erogenous zones, preferably the clitoris, with the stimulation device according to one of the attached claims relating to the stimulation device, comprising the following steps:
Placing the second chamber over the body part, preferably over the clitoris;
Forming a pressure field directed to the body part;
Modulating the pressure field with a pattern of under and over pressures with respect to a reference pressure, preferably normal pressure;
Settling the second chamber from the body part.

The stimulation device according to one of the protection claims can be used as a sex toy for stimulating the female clitoris.

The above-described features and functions of the present invention, as well as other aspects and features, will be further described below with reference to a detailed description of preferred embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Hereby shows / show:

1 a front view of a first embodiment of the stimulation device according to the invention;

2 a side perspective view of the first embodiment of the stimulation device according to the invention;

3 a cross section through the stimulation device according to the invention of the first embodiment;

4 a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a first aspect of the present invention in the first state;

5 a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a first aspect of the present invention in the second state;

6 a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a first aspect of the present invention in the third state;

7 a cross-section through a pressure field generating device of a second aspect of the present invention;

8th a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a third aspect of the present invention;

9 a cross-section through a pressure field generating device of a fourth aspect of the present invention;

10a) , b) and c) cross sections through a pressure field generating device of a fifth aspect of the present invention;

11 a partial cross-section through a second embodiment of the stimulation device according to the invention;

12a) to f) various sub and side views of other aspects of a second chamber of the present invention;

13 a block diagram of an embodiment of the present invention;

14a) to c) diagrams of various patterns of the pressure modulations of the present invention

DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Referring to 1 is a front view of a first embodiment of the stimulation device according to the invention 1 explained in which 2 a perspective view and in 3 a cross section of the stimulation device according to the invention 1 the first embodiment is shown.

The first embodiment of the stimulation device 1 is a, preferably portable, electrical or small appliance, which is a housing 8th , a pressure field generating device 2 , Controls 71 , an ad 72 , an on / off switch 74 , a socket 75 , an optional battery 76 and an optional lighting 9 having.

The housing 8th is preferably designed so ergonomic that you can hold it comfortably with one hand and it has no sharp or sharp edges. Next, the housing 8th made of a plastic, for example polycarbonate (PC) or acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS). In addition, the grip areas or even the entire housing can be supplemented or configured with a haptically advantageous silicone. The housing 8th is preferably designed at least water-repellent or splash-proof, for example, protection class IP 24.

The controls 71 are used to set the operating mode of the device, ie the setting of the modulation pattern of the pressure field. The controls 71 For example, they can be designed as at least one push-button, as at least one rotary switch, or as at least one touch-sensitive switch. Next, the controls 71 an optical feedback for actuation, for example, by means of integrated into the switch light emitting diodes (LED) deliver.

An optional display 72 is used to inform the user about the device status and / or the setting state. The ad 72 For example, it can be configured from a plurality of light-emitting diodes or as an LCD display. The information displayed may be, for example, the state of charge of an optional battery or the current setting of the modulation pattern.

The on / off switch 74 is used to activate and deactivate the stimulation device 1 , This on / off switch 74 For example, a push button, which the stimulation device 1 with a long press on or off, or is a latching slide switch.

A jack 75 serves the external power supply of the stimulation device 1 via an external plug 73 , which is connected to an external power adapter, for example. To the splash resistance of the stimulation device 1 To ensure, preferably, instead of the socket, a magneto-inductive transformer may be provided, which is a power transmission in the stimulation device 1 without allowing an electrically conductive contact. Preferably, the stimulation device 1 In addition, a battery, such as a nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery, for wireless operation on. Alternatively, a (longer) power supply cable can be led out of the stimulation device.

The pressure field generation device 2 A first embodiment has a first chamber 3 inside the stimulation device 1 , a second chamber 4 for placement on a body part to be stimulated 11 , and a connecting element 5 on which the first chamber 3 with the second chamber 4 combines.

A drive unit 6 For example, an electric motor drives over an axis 61 and by means of an eccentric 62 (or alternatively by means of a connecting rod), the first chamber 3 such that the volume of the first chamber 3 according to rotation of the axis 61 the drive unit 6 is changed. It should be noted that in the stimulation device 1 basically all types of drives can be used, which is a deflection of the wall 31 the first chamber 3 cause the volume change. For example, this can be hydraulic, pneumatic, piezoelectric, mechanical or electromagnetic happen. Examples of this will be explained later.

A control device 7 controls the drive unit 6 , the controls 71 and the ad 72 at. In this case, the control device 7 and the drive unit 6 from the internal battery 76 and / or the external power supply 73 powered.

An optional lighting 9 is on or in the case 8th intended. The lighting is used 9 preferably the illumination of the interior of the second chamber 4 , The lighting 9 may either be switchable by the user or upon activation of the stimulation device 1 be automatically activated. Next can the lighting 9 be formed of energy-saving LEDs. The lighting can be used, for example, as a guide for the user of the stimulation device 1 in the dark or serve as additional optical stimulation.

Referring to the 4 . 5 and 6 Hereinafter, the structure and function of a first aspect of the pressure field generating device will be described 2 the stimulation device 1 explained in more detail.

4 shows the pressure field generating device 2 in a first state, wherein the second chamber 4 on the skin area to be stimulated or the body part 11 is attached. The first state of the pressure field generation device 2 is by a neutral deflection of the first chamber 3 characterized, that is, there is no external force, for example from the drive unit, to the first chamber 3 , Here, the volume V1 of the first chamber is the standard volume of this chamber 3 ,

The body part to be stimulated 11 is a skin area of the body, here exemplified a particularly sensitive erogenous zone, the clitoris 12 , is shown. Thus, the application of the present invention is not to the female clitoris 11 limited, but the stimulation device 1 can be applied to all parts of the body or erogenous zones (for example, the inner thighs, loins, neck, nipples, etc.), which can be stimulated by means of media or air pressure massage and / or negative pressure.

The second chamber 4 forms by placing on the body part to be stimulated 11 a to the exterior of the pressure field generating device 2 largely or completely closed chamber, which only via the connecting element 5 communicating with the first chamber, the edges of the chamber 4 ideally close to the surface of the body part 11 to lock. This creates two communicating chambers 3 and 4 , wherein in volume change one of the chambers 3 or 4 a corresponding pressure equalization between the chambers 3 and 4 over the connecting element 5 he follows.

A wall 31 the first chamber 3 is by means of a holder 32 fixed. The holder 32 is in turn on the housing 8th attached. On the bracket 32 is still the wall 41 attached to the second chamber. Two aligned openings in the wall 41 the second chamber and the holder 32 together form the connecting element 5 which is the first chamber 3 and the second chamber 5 combines. Here are the wall 31 , the holder 32 and the wall 41 preferably glued to each other media or airtight. Alternatively, these can also be used together (for example with the aid of sealing areas between the housing 8th and the respective part) press-fit or bolted. Also the holder 32 can with the case 8th for example, glued or screwed.

The wall 31 the first chamber 3 preferably consists of a flexible, media or airtight material, such as rubber. The holder 32 preferably consists of a rigid plastic, which is also impermeable to media or air. The wall 41 the second chamber is preferably made of a flexible, skin-friendly material, for example silicone or rubber.

5 shows the pressure field generating device 2 from 4 in a second state, again the second chamber 4 on the body part to be stimulated 11 is attached. The second state is characterized in that one on the first chamber 3 acting force A is an expansion of the chamber 3 causes. In detail, in this embodiment, the force A pulls the wall 31 the first chamber 3 in one direction, that of the second chamber 4 is directed away.

This increases the volume V2 of the chamber 3 , ie, V2> V1. To the resulting pressure difference between the chambers 3 and 4 now the medium or air flows from the second chamber 4 in the first chamber 3 ,

Assuming that in the first state of the in the chambers 3 and 4 If the present pressure corresponds to the currently prevailing external reference pressure (for example, the air pressure), then the present total pressure in the second state will be lower than the external reference pressure. This negative pressure is designed so that this is preferably lower than the usual systolic blood pressure in the blood vessels of the body part 11 , This increases the blood flow in this area and the clitoris 12 is better perfused in the second state.

6 shows the pressure field generating device 2 in a third state, again the second chamber 4 on the body part to be stimulated 11 is attached. The third state is characterized in that one on the first chamber 3 acting force B a volume reduction or compression of the chamber 3 causes. In detail, the force B in its direction is opposite to the direction of the force A and deforms the wall 31 the first chamber such that the resulting volume V3 of the chamber is smaller than the volume V1. The compression of the chamber 3 causes an overpressure in the chamber 3 , which by a media or air flow through the connecting element 5 in the direction of the second chamber 4 is compensated.

This media flow is now through the orientation of the opening 51 and / or the connecting element 5 preferably on the body part to be stimulated 11 , especially on the glans of the clitoris 12 , directed. The indirect (pressure) massage according to the invention is carried out by the on the body part 11 flowing medium. Here is the size of the opening 51 dimensioned such that these in relation to that in the first chamber 3 displaced volume is small enough to sufficiently accelerate the medium for a noticeable massage effect.

Next, the type of flow can not only be determined by the size and orientation of the opening 51 be influenced advantageously, but also by the internal configuration of the connecting element. For example, helical grooves in the connecting element 5 cause a swirl of the flow according to the invention, wherein the flow profile of the flow unfolds a "softer" or more turbulent effect on the body part to be stimulated. Alternatively, this can be in the second chamber 4 resulting pressure field using multiple openings 51 adapted according to the application.

In the in the 4 to 6 The arrangement shown is advantageous in that it is hygienically unproblematic (for example, due to the avoidance of dead spaces) and easy to manufacture. For example, there are no valves or other openings in or on the first chamber 3 required.

7 shows a second aspect of the present invention with an alternative construction of the pressure generating device 2 , So can the walls 31 and 41 the first and second chambers 3 and 4 interlock with each other so that they as well as in the first aspect of the construction of the pressure generating device 2 two communicating chambers with a connecting element 5 form. This eliminates a separate holder, while the second chamber 4 is interchangeable. In addition, the connecting element 5 integral or integral with the wall 41 the second chamber 4 be designed. An exchangeable chamber 4 has the advantage that in this way different, adapted to the respective body part shapes of the chamber 4 can be used (a more detailed explanation can be found later), without the entire stimulation device 1 to have to exchange. Alternatively, the second chamber 4 also on the housing 8th be attached pluggable (not shown). The wall 31 the first chamber 3 For example, with the case 8th glued or screwed.

Also, as in 7 represented by the dashed line and the double arrow C in more detail, the expansion and the compression of the first chamber 3 be effected by a force acting perpendicular to the axial direction of the connecting element 5 lies. Basically, by the drive unit 5 directly or indirectly to the first chamber 3 applied force from any direction. Decisive here is just that volume first chamber 3 through the drive unit 6 can be enlarged and reduced.

8th shows a third aspect of the invention with a one-piece construction of the pressure field generating device 2 , It can be used as a material of the chambers 3 and 4 an elastic material, for example silicone or rubber, are used. The advantage here is that possibly hygienic critical column can be avoided and the production cost is lower. Also in this case, the pressure field generating device 2 with the housing 8th glued or screwed. A change in the volume of the first chamber 3 takes place here in an analogous manner, as in connection with 7 described.

9 shows a fourth aspect of the invention with an alternative construction of the pressure field generating device 2 , Here are the second chamber 4 , several fasteners 5 , as well as sections of the wall 31 the first chamber 3 integrally formed. Alternatively, the pressure field generating device 2 while preserving the geometric model of 9 in a similar way as in 4 or 7 also shown to be constructed in two or more pieces of individual parts.

The volume change of the first chamber 3 takes place here in a manner similar to the piston pump, but missing here any existing valves. So becomes a piston 63 by the drive unit, for example an electric motor or an electromagnet, in the directions of the double arrow D reciprocated. This type of drive has the advantage that the volume of the first chamber 3 can be easily reduced to zero or approximately zero, and so the first chamber 3 almost completely emptied.

The embodiment of the connecting element 5 with multiple channels 52 and openings 51 leads to a distribution of the pressure field over several concentration points. While the configuration of the connecting element 5 with only one channel, as related to 6 described, leading to the formation of a highly concentrated media or air flow towards a target area, can in the in 9 shown embodiment of the connecting element 5 the media or air flow to several target areas are distributed. For example, the clitoris 11 be blown not only on his glans, but evenly from several sides. Depending on the application, this distribution of airflow concentration across multiple areas may help to prevent overstimulation and / or help to increase the stimulation area.

The 10a to 10c show a fifth aspect of the invention with (partial) cross sections of a construction of the pressure field generating device 2 with a bending element 64 as a drive to change the volume of the first chamber 3 , The bending element 64 For example, it may be a conventional piezoelectric bending element that deforms or flexes upon application of a voltage. In this aspect of the invention, the wall is 31 the first chamber 3 rigid or rigid, while the bending element 64 suitably on the sides of the first chamber 3 is fitted. The transition points between the bending element 64 and the wall 31 sealed (for example, elastically bonded). In this construction, the drive for the pressure field generating device 2 already integrated into this and it eliminates an external drive. For example, eliminates an electric motor with an eccentric. As a result, possibly disturbing natural oscillations due to the eccentric movement of the stimulation device can be reduced.

In detail shows 10a the pressure field generation device 2 with the bending element 64 in neutral position. Thus, the volume of the first chamber 3 with the bending element 64 in neutral position the standard volume. 10b shows the first chamber 3 with an excited and subsequently outwardly bent bending element, which is why the volume of the first chamber 3 is enlarged; and in consequence prevails in the pressure field generating device 2 a negative pressure. 10c shows a comparison to 10b oppositely excited bending element of the first chamber 3 , which is why the volume of the first chamber 3 is reduced; and in consequence prevails in the pressure field generating device 2 an overpressure.

11 shows a second embodiment of the invention with a spatially separated arrangement of the chambers 3 and 4 the pressure field generating device 2 , Here are the chambers 3 and 4 over an extended connecting element 5 connected, which may be a longer flexible hose or even a rigid tube. For example, the length of the connecting element 5 0.5m. This makes it possible for the housing 8th to hold in one hand while the other hand holds the second chamber 4 on the body part to be stimulated 11 holds; or you can the housing 8th just put aside, while the user only the second chamber 4 holds in hands. In this embodiment, the stimulation device can also be designed as a tabletop device.

The 12a) to 12f) show different bottom and side views of other aspects of the second chamber 4 of the present invention. In detail shows 12a) a bottom view of a circular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51 ; 12b) a bottom view of a triangular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51 ; 12c) a bottom view of an oval second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51 ; and 12d) a bottom view of an approximately eight-shaped second chamber 4 with two openings arranged offset to the middle 51 , 12e) further shows a side cross-section of a second chamber according to the invention 4 , wherein the second chamber 4 additionally an extended contact area 43 to the skin or a support part 43 to the (Ab-) sealing function of the second chamber 4 to improve the skin. The extended contact surface 43 may also have grooves or projections that improve the sealing function even further. 12f) shows a side cross-section of a second chamber 4 with several separate connecting elements 5 and an extended contact area due to the support member 43 ,

So can the shape of the second chamber 4 basically be adapted to the anatomy of the erogenous zone to be stimulated. Here is the shape of the chamber 4 from 12a) for example, adapted to the round shape of the breast, while the shape of the chamber 4 of the 12c) better adapted to the shape of the female vulva. Further determines the shape of the second chamber 4 also the expression of the pressure field according to the invention. So determines the size of the second chamber 4 in relation to that of the first chamber 3 displaced volume, the height of the achievable under- or overpressure. Next can about the proximity of the opening 51 of the connecting element 5 to that too stimulating skin area the intensity of the massage effect of the invention are determined on this. With several openings 51 , see. 12d) , the massage effect can also be spread over several areas. For example, the clitoris can be less stimulated directly on the very sensitive clitoris (cf. 12e) ), but reinforced on the clitoris surrounding areas to avoid over-stimulation of the clitoris.

13 FIG. 12 is a block diagram showing an example of the functional structure of an embodiment of the present invention including a controller. FIG 7 , a drive unit 6 , a lighting 9 , an on / off switch 74 , Controls 71 , a battery 76 and an external power supply 73 ,

The control device 7 , which has, for example, a microcontroller or hardwired, first controls the power supply of all consumers of the stimulation device 1 , as well as an optional charging and discharging of the battery 76 and / or a battery management. In particular, the control device controls 7 the excitement of the drive unit 6 For example, the size of the deflection, the frequency, the modulation, etc.

Next, the control device 7 have a memory in which at least one modulation or stimulation pattern (these are in connection with 14a) to d) explained in more detail) is stored. The drive unit 6 can now be chosen by the user of the stimulation device 1 via the controls 71 be driven in accordance with this prestored stimulation pattern in its excitation. The stimulation patterns of the pressure field can optionally also be individually created and stored by the user via the control elements.

14a) shows the time course of a total pressure p in the pressure field generating device ( 2 ) when using this for stimulation. The dashed line indicates the reference pressure, for example the currently prevailing atmospheric pressure, which is outside the pressure field generating device (FIG. 2 ) is available. Will the second chamber 4 now on the body part to be stimulated 11 is set, the initially prevailing ambient pressure of the pressure field generating device ( 2 ) maintained approximately. Now it is assumed that the second chamber 4 is placed on the body part to be stimulated largely tightly. After activation of the stimulation device, the drive unit 6 from the controller 7 triggered or energized according to a pre-stored stimulation pattern. Correspondingly, the volume of the first chamber will be 3 and thus the total pressure in the pressure field generating device 2 change, with the pressure changes are modulated to the reference pressure. This in 14a) The pressure or stimulation pattern shown by way of example develops a pulsed, regular pressure field. In phases of increasing the pressure, the erogenous zone to be stimulated is blown or massaged, while in periods when it is under negative pressure it circulates the blood of the body part 11 For example, the clitoris is promoted. Thus, according to the invention, periods (In 14a) with I), in which there is a negative pressure, while the clitoris is massaged indirectly indirectly.

14b) shows three examples of alternative stimulation patterns. Thus, in the area marked II), a pulsed stimulation pattern with high amplitude is shown. In the area marked III) a pulsed stimulation pattern with low amplitude is shown. Furthermore, in the region marked with IV), an irregular or asymmetrical stimulation pattern is depicted in the temporal sequence and in the amplitude. The patterns can be varied according to physical effect / application and according to individual wishes.

14c) shows another example of an alternative stimulation pattern. Thus, the amount of pressure can increase over time to accommodate the user's state of excitement.

The invention allows, in addition to the illustrated embodiments, further design principles. Thus, various arrangements or structures of the first chamber 3 optionally with different versions of the second chamber 5 or the connecting element 5 be combined. For example, the first chamber 3 with the drive of 10 with the second chamber of 12f) be combined.

Although in all embodiments only a first chamber 3 can also be two or more first chambers 3 be present, which are then driven in accordance with simultaneous or delayed so that they change their volume to build up a pressure field according to the invention.

Although in all embodiments only one opening from the first chamber 3 to the connector 5 is shown, so can also have multiple openings for a connecting element 5 or multiple openings for multiple fasteners 5 in the first chamber 3 to be available.

A stimulation device 1 can several pressure field generating device 2 exhibit. For example, two Pressure field generating devices may be present to simultaneously stimulate two erogenous zones.

The stimulation patterns according to the invention can of the in the 14a) , b) and c), as long as they have a chronological sequence of underpressure and overpressure. For example, at the beginning or after activation of the device, initially a relatively long-lasting negative pressure may be built up (for example 3 minutes) in order to effectively increase the blood circulation in the zone to be stimulated, whereupon pulses of negative and positive pressures slowly follow in amplitude ,

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

stimulation device

2

Pressure field generator

3

first chamber

4

second chamber

5

connecting element

6

drive unit

7

control device

8th

casing

9

lighting

11

body part

12

clitoris

31

Wall of the first chamber

32

bracket

41

Wall of the second chamber

42

Opening of the second chamber

43

contact area

51

Opening of the connecting element to the second chamber

61

drive shaft

62

eccentric

63

piston

64

flexure

71

operating element

72

display

73

power supply

74

On / Off switch

75

Rifle

76

battery

77

control board

QUOTES INCLUDE IN THE DESCRIPTION

This list of the documents listed by the applicant has been generated automatically and is included solely for the better information of the reader. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA assumes no liability for any errors or omissions.

Cited patent literature

• WO 2006/058291 A2 [0008]
• US 6099463 A [0009]
• US 6464653 B1 [0010]
• WO 2008/028076 A2 [0011]
• US 2013/0012769 A1 [0013]

Claims (8)

Stimulation device ( 1 ) for erogenous zones, in particular for the clitoris ( 12 ), comprising: a pressure field generating device ( 2 ) comprising: a first volume variable chamber ( 3 ) inside the stimulation device ( 1 ); and a second chamber ( 4 ) with an opening ( 42 ) for placing on a body part ( 11 ); and a connecting element ( 5 ), which is the first chamber ( 3 ) with the second chamber ( 4 ) connects; and a drive unit ( 6 ) with an axis ( 61 ), which is the volume of the first chamber ( 3 ) by means of an eccentric ( 62 ) corresponding to a rotation of the axis ( 61 ) in such a way that via the connecting element ( 5 ) in the second chamber ( 4 ) a stimulating pressure field is generated with alternating under and over pressures with respect to a reference pressure; and a control device ( 7 ), which the drive unit ( 6 ) and a battery ( 76 ), and a housing ( 8th ), which can be held in the hand and which is supplemented with silicone, wherein the stimulation device ( 1 ) is a handset, and a control 71 , with which the modulation of the pressure field is variable, and wherein the drive unit ( 6 ) is an electric motor; and wherein the first chamber ( 3 ) via the connecting element ( 5 ) exclusively with the second chamber ( 4 ), whereby no other connection of the first chamber ( 3 ) than that to the second chamber ( 4 ), and wherein the connecting element ( 5 ) a single opening ( 51 ) into the second chamber ( 4 ) between the first chamber ( 3 ) and the second chamber ( 4 ), and wherein the connecting element ( 5 ) with its opening ( 51 ) on the body part to be stimulated ( 11 ), and the opening ( 51 ) after placement of the second chamber ( 4 ) on the body part ( 11 ) to the body part to be stimulated ( 11 ), and wherein the connecting element ( 5 ) is configured with only one straight channel, and wherein the stimulation device ( 1 ) has no valves. Stimulation device ( 1 ) according to claim 1, wherein the second chamber ( 4 ) is made of a flexible material, preferably of silicone or rubber, and / or made of an at least partially transparent material and / or adapted to the shape of the vaginal labia minora so as to be separated from the opening of the second chamber ( 4 ) is completely covered. Stimulation device ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 or 2, wherein the second chamber ( 4 ) with the connecting element ( 5 ) and the first chamber ( 3 ) is integrally formed. Stimulation device ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the second chamber ( 4 ) from the stimulation device ( 1 ) is arranged interchangeable. Stimulation device ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second chamber ( 4 ) a sealing support part ( 43 ) to increase the contact area of the second chamber ( 4 ) on the skin. Stimulation device ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the stimulation device ( 1 ) a lighting ( 9 ), preferably an LED illumination, for illuminating the second chamber ( 4 ) having. Stimulation device ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the connecting element ( 5 ) an internal shape and the opening ( 51 ) to the second chamber ( 4 ), which are designed such that the pressure field is modulated in direction and expression. System with a stimulation device ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 7, comprising: a to the stimulation device ( 1 ) remote control device, wherein the control device ( 7 ) of the stimulation device ( 1 ) is remotely controllable by the remote control device.

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