EP0934107B1 - Scented room with an airflow with varying fragrances - Google Patents

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EP0934107B1
EP0934107B1 EP97942939A EP97942939A EP0934107B1 EP 0934107 B1 EP0934107 B1 EP 0934107B1 EP 97942939 A EP97942939 A EP 97942939A EP 97942939 A EP97942939 A EP 97942939A EP 0934107 B1 EP0934107 B1 EP 0934107B1
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  • the invention relates to a device according to the The preamble of claim 1 and a method its implementation according to claim 16.
  • fragrances a hall where a performance takes place or be fed to a movie theater where these fragrances are can spread.
  • a quick change of scents is after this known proposal is not provided.
  • the present invention The task is to create a fragrance room for quickly exchangeable To create fragrances, the ventilation is simply designed and makes it possible to do this for a larger audience with high frequency and for all noses at the same time in intensity and duration of controllable dosage.
  • an elongated fragrance channel e.g. similar to an aircraft fuselage that prefers to look there are a number of module sections, from air-conditioned Air flows through and that this air flow a supply air quantity as a partial air flow can be supplied with changing fragrances.
  • the feeder expediently takes place via processing cycles with even distribution over the length of the fragrance channel. This is preferably done in such a way that the partial air flow in a duct system at the
  • the audience in the fragrance channel sits like a cinema screening room oriented in one direction.
  • the flow the fragrance channel is preferably in the direction of view of the audience, i.e. from backwards.
  • the flow rate of the climate current apply usual limit values. It should preferably be below 0.5 m / sec.
  • the audience becomes a fragrance experience at the same time visual impression offered in the form of individual Pictures or films, the associated Projection surfaces preferably in the ceiling area of the Fragrance channel are arranged so that the underneath flowed through the room essentially without obstacles can be.
  • the fragrance is processed in one separate treatment plant with dosing device, through which the fragrance is gaseous in the respective Processing circuit is fed. It are several processing cycles advantageous provided in which of each fed Fragrance is evenly distributed before it Fragrance channel is supplied. By this readiness of the fragrance in the respective partial air flow Processing cycles manage to be quick To realize fragrance metabolism.
  • the fragrance itself can be in the processing plant e.g. in liquid, pasty or crystalline form present; it is distributed so finely that it is in molecular form injected into the processing circuit can be. Through suitable filters thereby droplets of liquid or larger particles held back.
  • a swirl chamber ensures one intimate mixing of the partial air flow (Feed air quantity) with the fragrance particles.
  • the fragrance channel according to the invention opens up the People the largely undiscovered phenomenon of Smelling. It makes it exciting, entertaining or also scientifically based, the visitor of the To bring the scent channel closer to the meaning of the sense of smell. In this sense, the fragrance channel is a unique, multifunctional and multimedia Instrument to develop the dimensions of the Seeing, hearing and smelling (SHR dimension).
  • fragrance channel is also suitable as Museum, where the history of the Perfumery is introduced including the extraction process of fragrances and the anatomy of the Smelling.
  • fragrance channel can be used to carry out Smell seminars or used for training.
  • FIG. 1 This shows the perspective view Exterior view of the fragrance channel 1, the shell of about semicircular cross section of several module sections 1a, 1b, 1c is composed.
  • a publicly accessible foyer 2 for visitors which is shown in dashed lines.
  • the foyer can also be used as the fragrance channel entirely or partially enclosing structure.
  • On the right end of the fragrance channel 1 is closed through a factory building 3 with technical Facilities.
  • building 3 the Air conditioning and the processing system for the Perfume housed.
  • the air ducts for the preparation of scented Partial air volumes are in the form of under the floor 4 of the fragrance channel 1 laid processing circuit 5 and one integrated in the upper side wall area Processing circuit 6 shown; they extend each essentially over the entire length of the fragrance channel 1.
  • Both conditioning circuits 5, 6 are each via an air supply 10 for a Partial air volume supplied, in which one Line connection 11 for the fragrance opens.
  • the partial air flow enriched with fragrance in the Processing cycles 5, 6 is numerous Feed openings 7 - several in the area of each Module section 1a, 1b, 1c - with the inside of the Fragrance channel 1 connected.
  • the feed openings 7 are via slide or valves not shown can be actuated so that the inflow time and the Inflow amount are controllable. Due to the numerous Infeed openings 7 is ensured that a new fragrance for all visitors at the same time Fragrance channel 1 is smellable.
  • the scent can over the processing cycles through the bottom 4 of the Fragrance channel 1 or laterally through its semicircular Shell 8 or at the same time through feed openings 7 in the bottom 4 and in the lateral casing 8 flow in.
  • the fragrance channel 1 consists essentially of a semicircular shell 8. Visitors arrive in the fragrance channel either through the foyer 2 or over side sliding doors 12, of which only one in Area of the middle module section 1b as an example is drawn.
  • the shell 8 of the fragrance channel 1 has on the top a continuous lengthwise Roof formation 9, in which the projection surfaces for the film screenings or for the presentation of Images are housed. This will make it even Flow through the fragrance channel with air-conditioned Allows air along its entire length.
  • the conditioned air is in the operating building 3 processed and flows through the assigned end wall the fragrance channel 1 in this one; in the field of Suction takes place on the opposite end wall the scented and air-conditioned room air, which from there as used air either into the Environment is blown or over not drawn Air ducts for reprocessing in the company building 3 is returned.
  • the individual module sections 1a, 1b, 1c are trained equally with each other and with corresponding connections or couplings for the Cables, both electrical and provided air conditioning facilities. This is it is possible to transport the fragrance channel 1 in the form of individual Prefabricate module sections 1a, 1b, 1c and put together on site. Depending on the selected number of module sections can Fragrance channel have a different length, i.e. be adapted to local conditions.
  • the seating in the fragrance channel should be chosen so that the Visitors can position themselves far back, so that he has a direct view of one of the above Heads of the visitors arranged projection screen and thus in the undisturbed enjoyment of one with smells accompanied audiovisual performance.

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The invention concerns a scented room with several seats for visitors, through which flows an air current with varying fragrances. The fragrance is blown into the scented room from the outside through a flowing channel which is independent from a room air conditioning current feeding a small amount of air. The air quantity fed is passed through at least one processing circuit placed outside the scented room, to which varying fragrance sources can be attached. The scented room is designed as a scent channel through which as air current can flow longitudinally.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung gemäß dem Oberbegriff von Anspruch 1 und ein Verfahren zu dessen Durchführung gemäß Anspruch 16.The invention relates to a device according to the The preamble of claim 1 and a method its implementation according to claim 16.

Bei einem bekannten Verfahren zum Verbreiten eines Duftes in einem Raum (DE-A1-2130169) wird ein in Lösungsmittel gelöster Duftstoff in niedriger Dosierung über ein separates Zuführungssystem in einen klimatisierten Raum eingeblasen und über den durch die Klimaanlage verursachten Luftwechsel verbreitet, bis er bei Unterschreitung eines entsprechenden Wahrnehmungs-Schwellenwerts wieder verduftet.In a known method for spreading a Fragrance in a room (DE-A1-2130169) becomes an in Solvent dissolved fragrance in lower Dosing via a separate feed system in blown an air-conditioned room and over the Air changes caused by the air conditioner spread until it falls below a corresponding Perception threshold has evaporated again.

Nach einem vergleichbaren bekannten Verfahren (CH-386660) ist vorgesehen, daß ein oder mehrere Düfte einem Saal, in dem eine Aufführung stattfindet oder einem Kinoraum zugeführt werden, wo sich diese Düfte ausbreiten können. Zu diesem Zweck wird der Duftstoff innerhalb oder außerhalb der zu beduftenden Raumes vernebelt und über ein Leitungssystem, welches ein Gebläse enthält, dem zu beduftenden Raum zugeführt. Ein rascher Wechsel von Düften ist nach diesem bekannten Vorschlag nicht vorgesehen. Darüber hinaus ist die gleichmäßige Verbreitung der Duftstoffe im Raum problematisch.According to a comparable known method (CH-386660) it is contemplated that one or more fragrances a hall where a performance takes place or be fed to a movie theater where these fragrances are can spread. For this purpose the fragrance inside or outside the room to be scented nebulized and via a pipe system, which a Blower contains, supplied to the room to be scented. A quick change of scents is after this known proposal is not provided. Furthermore is the even distribution of the fragrances in the Space problematic.

Es ist ferner bekannt (DE-A1-4314886), Mikro-Luftmengen über Düsen im Bereich der Bestuhlung von Kinos, Theatern oder dgl. Veranstaltungsräumen einzuspeisen. Dabei können zur jeweiligen Handlung passende unterschiedliche Düfte zur Einspeisung in die Raumluft gesteuert werden. Als Trägermittel für den Duftstoff kommt entweder Luft oder Helium in Frage.It is also known (DE-A1-4314886), micro air quantities via nozzles in the seating area Feed cinemas, theaters or similar event rooms. You can go to the respective action matching different scents for feeding in the indoor air can be controlled. As a vehicle for the fragrance comes in either air or helium Question.

Demgegenüber liegt der vorliegenden Erfindung die Aufgabe zugrunde, einen Duftraum für rasch wechselbare Düfte zu schaffen, der belüftungstechnisch einfach gestaltet ist und der es möglich macht, diese einem größeren Publikum mit hoher Frequenz und für alle Nasen möglichst gleichzeitig in nach Intensität und Dauer steuerbarer Dosierung zuzuführen.In contrast, the present invention The task is to create a fragrance room for quickly exchangeable To create fragrances, the ventilation is simply designed and makes it possible to do this for a larger audience with high frequency and for all noses at the same time in intensity and duration of controllable dosage.

Erfindungsgemäß wird diese Aufgabe gemäß dem Kennzeichen von Patentanspruch 1 gelöst. Im Rahmen dieser Lösung ist vorgesehen, daß ein länglicher Duftkanal, z.B. ähnlich einem Flugzeugrumpf, der bevorzugt aus einer Anzahl von Modulabschnitten besteht, von klimatisierter Luft durchströmt wird und daß diesem Luftstrom eine Einspeisungsluftmenge als Teilluftstrom mit wechselnden Duftstoffen zuführbar ist. Die Zuführung erfolgt zweckmäßig über Aufbereitungskreisläufe mit gleichmäßiger Verteilung über die Länge des Duftkanals. Dies geschieht bevorzugt in der Weise, daß der Teilluftstrom in einem Leitungssystem an derAccording to the invention, this task is carried out according to the characteristic solved by claim 1. As part of this Solution is provided that an elongated fragrance channel, e.g. similar to an aircraft fuselage that prefers to look there are a number of module sections, from air-conditioned Air flows through and that this air flow a supply air quantity as a partial air flow can be supplied with changing fragrances. The feeder expediently takes place via processing cycles with even distribution over the length of the fragrance channel. This is preferably done in such a way that the partial air flow in a duct system at the

Außerhalb des Duftkanals im Kreislauf geführt wird und über zwischen einer Null- und einer Vollmenge steuerbare Einspeisungsöffnungen mit dem Innenraum des Duftkanals verbunden ist.Is circulated outside the fragrance channel and over between a zero and a full amount controllable feed openings with the interior of the fragrance channel is connected.

Das Publikum im Duftkanal sitzt ähnlich einem Kinovorführraum in einer Richtung orientiert. Die Durchströmung des Duftkanals erfolgt bevorzugt in Blickrichtung des Publikums, also von rückwärts. Für die Strömungsgeschwindigkeit des Klimastroms gelten die üblichen Grenzwerte. Bevorzugt sollte sie unter 0,5 m/sec liegen.The audience in the fragrance channel sits like a cinema screening room oriented in one direction. The flow the fragrance channel is preferably in the direction of view of the audience, i.e. from backwards. For the The flow rate of the climate current apply usual limit values. It should preferably be below 0.5 m / sec.

Dem Publikum wird gleichzeitig zum Dufterlebnis ein visueller Eindruck geboten in Form von einzelnen Bildern oder Filmen, wobei die zugehörigen Projektionsflächen bevorzugt im Deckenbereich des Duftkanals angeordnet sind, so daß der darunter befindliche Raum im wesentlichen hindernisfrei durchströmt werden kann.The audience becomes a fragrance experience at the same time visual impression offered in the form of individual Pictures or films, the associated Projection surfaces preferably in the ceiling area of the Fragrance channel are arranged so that the underneath flowed through the room essentially without obstacles can be.

Die Aufbereitung des Duftstoffs erfolgt in einer getrennten Aufbereitungsanlage mit Dosiervorrichtung, durch welche der Duftstoff gasförmig in den jeweiligen Aufbereitungskreislauf eingespeist wird. Es sind vorteilhaft mehrere Aufbereitungskreisläufe vorgesehen, in welchen der jeweils eingespeiste Duftstoff gleichmäßig verteilt wird, bevor er dem Duftkanal zugeführt wird. Durch diese Bereithaltung des Duftstoffs in dem jeweiligen Teilluftstrom der Aufbereitungskreisläufe gelingt es, einen raschen Duftstoffwechsel zu verwirklichen.The fragrance is processed in one separate treatment plant with dosing device, through which the fragrance is gaseous in the respective Processing circuit is fed. It are several processing cycles advantageous provided in which of each fed Fragrance is evenly distributed before it Fragrance channel is supplied. By this readiness of the fragrance in the respective partial air flow Processing cycles manage to be quick To realize fragrance metabolism.

Der Duftstoff selber kann in der Aufbereitungsanlage z.b. in flüssiger, pastöser oder kristalliner Form vorliegen; er wird derart fein verteilt, daß er in molekularer Form in den Aufbereitungskreislauf eingeblasen werden kann. Durch geeignete Filter werden dabei Flüssigkeitströpfchen oder größere Partikel zurückgehalten. Eine Wirbelkammer sorgt für eine innige Durchmischung des Teilluftstroms (Einspeisungsluftmenge) mit den Duftstoffteilchen.The fragrance itself can be in the processing plant e.g. in liquid, pasty or crystalline form present; it is distributed so finely that it is in molecular form injected into the processing circuit can be. Through suitable filters thereby droplets of liquid or larger particles held back. A swirl chamber ensures one intimate mixing of the partial air flow (Feed air quantity) with the fragrance particles.

Infolge seines Aufbaus aus einzelnen Modulabschnitten kann der Duftkanal den jeweiligen Gegebenheiten hinsichtlich seiner Länge ideal angepaßt werden. Dabei geht es nicht nur um die Platzverhältnisse am Aufstellungsort, sondern auch um seine (Größen-) Anpassung an ein vorhandenes Besucherpotential.As a result of its structure from individual module sections can the fragrance channel the respective circumstances ideally adjusted in terms of its length. It is not just about the space available on Installation site, but also its (size) Adaptation to an existing visitor potential.

Der erfindungsgemäße Duftkanal erschließt dem Menschen das weithin unentdeckte Phänomen des Riechens. Es ermöglicht es, spannend, unterhaltsam oder auch wissenschaftlich fundiert, dem Besucher des Duftkanals die Bedeutung des Geruchssinns näherzubringen. In diesem Sinne ist der Duftkanal ein einzigartiges, multifunktionales und multimediales Instrument zum Erschließen der Dimensionen des Sehens, Hörens und Riechens (SHR-Dimension).The fragrance channel according to the invention opens up the People the largely undiscovered phenomenon of Smelling. It makes it exciting, entertaining or also scientifically based, the visitor of the To bring the scent channel closer to the meaning of the sense of smell. In this sense, the fragrance channel is a unique, multifunctional and multimedia Instrument to develop the dimensions of the Seeing, hearing and smelling (SHR dimension).

Neben seiner Funktion als Riechkino ist er geeignet, Marketingfunktionen zu übernehmen wie bspw. die Vorführung von neuen Markendüften, das Schalten von Werbespots, welche durch Düfte bereichert sind, oder die Schulung von Verkaufspersonal für geruchsorientierte Produkte.In addition to its function as a olfactory cinema, it is suitable To take over marketing functions such as Demonstration of new brand fragrances, switching of Commercials that are enriched with fragrances, or the training of sales staff for odor-oriented Products.

Schließlich eignet sich der Duftkanal auch als Museum, indem dort dem Publikum die Geschichte der Parfümerie nahegebracht wird einschl. der Gewinnungsverfahren von Duftstoffen und der Anatomie des Riechens. Finally, the fragrance channel is also suitable as Museum, where the history of the Perfumery is introduced including the extraction process of fragrances and the anatomy of the Smelling.

In Art eines Fachinstituts mit wissenschaftlichem Anspruch kann der Duftkanal zur Durchführung von Riechseminaren bzw. zur Schulung eingesetzt werden.Kind of like a specialist institute with scientific The fragrance channel can be used to carry out Smell seminars or used for training.

Die Nützlichkeit des Duftkanals für unterschiedlichen Branchen und Zielgruppen ist somit unbestritten. Nicht nur die Markenparfümindustrie kann dort ihre Neuheiten einführen und ggfs. dreidimensional durch Sehen, Hören, Riechen vorstellen; die chemische Industrie und Riechstoffindustrie kann den Duftkanal nutzen für Image-Kampagnen oder als Aufklärungsinstrument. Schließlich bietet er auch der Nahrungsmittelindustrie interessante Einsatzmöglichkeiten, bspw. bei der Vorführung von Kochkursen in der SHR-Dimension.The usefulness of the fragrance channel for different Sectors and target groups are therefore undisputed. Not only the branded perfume industry can do their thing there Introduce innovations and, if necessary, three-dimensionally Imagine, hear, smell; the chemical Industry and fragrance industry can use the fragrance channel use for image campaigns or as an educational tool. After all, he also offers the Interesting applications, For example, when demonstrating cooking courses in the SHR dimension.

Im folgenden wird die Erfindung anhand der Zeichnung erläutert.In the following the invention with reference to the drawing explained.

Diese zeigt in perspektivischer Darstellung die Außenansicht des Duftkanals 1, dessen Hülle von etwa halbkreisförmigem Querschnitt aus mehreren Modulabschnitten 1a, 1b, 1c zusammengesetzt ist. An seinem linken Ende ist der Duftkanal 1 abgeschlossen durch ein öffentlich zugängiges Foyer 2 für die Besucher, welches strichliert eingezeichnet ist. Alternativ kann das Foyer auch als den Duftkanal ganz oder teilweise umschließendes Bauwerk ausgebildet sein. An seinem rechten Ende ist der Duftkanal 1 abgeschlossen durch ein Betriebsgebäude 3 mit technischen Einrichtungen. Im Betriebsgebäude 3 sind u.a. die Klimaanlage und die Aufbereitungsanlage für den Duftstoff untergebracht. Die Luftführungskanäle für die Aufbereitung von mit Duftstoff versetzten Teilluftmengen sind in Form eines unter dem Boden 4 des Duftkanals 1 verlegten Aufbereitungskreislaufs 5 und eines im oberen Seitenwandbereich integrierten Aufbereitungskreislaufs 6 dargestellt; sie erstrecken sich jeweils im wesentlichen über die gesamte Länge des Duftkanals 1. Beide Aufbereitungskreisläufe 5, 6 werden jeweils über eine Luftzuführung 10 für eine Teilluftmenge versorgt, in welche ein Leitungsanschluß 11 für den Duftstoff mündet.This shows the perspective view Exterior view of the fragrance channel 1, the shell of about semicircular cross section of several module sections 1a, 1b, 1c is composed. On his left end of the fragrance channel 1 is completed by a publicly accessible foyer 2 for visitors, which is shown in dashed lines. Alternatively the foyer can also be used as the fragrance channel entirely or partially enclosing structure. On the right end of the fragrance channel 1 is closed through a factory building 3 with technical Facilities. In building 3, the Air conditioning and the processing system for the Perfume housed. The air ducts for the preparation of scented Partial air volumes are in the form of under the floor 4 of the fragrance channel 1 laid processing circuit 5 and one integrated in the upper side wall area Processing circuit 6 shown; they extend each essentially over the entire length of the fragrance channel 1. Both conditioning circuits 5, 6 are each via an air supply 10 for a Partial air volume supplied, in which one Line connection 11 for the fragrance opens.

Der mit Duftstoff angereicherte Teilluftstrom in den Aufbereitungskreisläufen 5, 6 ist über zahlreiche Einspeisungsöffnungen 7 - mehrere im Bereich jedes Modulabschnitts 1a, 1b, 1c - mit dem Inneren des Duftkanals 1 verbunden. Die Einspeisungsöffnungen 7 sind über nicht näher gezeigte Schieber bzw. Ventile betätigbar, so daß der Einströmungszeitpunkt und die Einströmungsmenge steuerbar sind. Durch die zahlreichen Einspeisungsöffnungen 7 ist sichergestellt, daß ein neuer Duft gleichzeitig für alle Besucher im Duftkanal 1 riechbar ist. Der Duft kann dabei über die Aufbereitungskreisläufe durch den Boden 4 des Duftkanals 1 oder seitlich durch dessen halbkreisförmige Hülle 8 oder gleichzeitig durch Einspeisungsöffnungen 7 im Boden 4 und in der seitlichen Hülle 8 einströmen.The partial air flow enriched with fragrance in the Processing cycles 5, 6 is numerous Feed openings 7 - several in the area of each Module section 1a, 1b, 1c - with the inside of the Fragrance channel 1 connected. The feed openings 7 are via slide or valves not shown can be actuated so that the inflow time and the Inflow amount are controllable. Due to the numerous Infeed openings 7 is ensured that a new fragrance for all visitors at the same time Fragrance channel 1 is smellable. The scent can over the processing cycles through the bottom 4 of the Fragrance channel 1 or laterally through its semicircular Shell 8 or at the same time through feed openings 7 in the bottom 4 and in the lateral casing 8 flow in.

Der Duftkanals 1 besteht im wesentlichen aus einer halbkreisförmigen Hülle 8. Die Besucher gelangen in den Duftkanal entweder durch das Foyer 2 oder über seitliche Schiebetüren 12, von denen nur eine im Bereich des mittleren Modulabschnitts 1b beispielhaft gezeichnet ist. Die Hülle 8 des Duftkanals 1 besitzt an ihrer Oberseite eine in Längsrichtung durchgehende Dachausformung 9, in welche die Projektionsflächen für die Filmvorführungen bzw. für die Darstellung von Bildern untergebracht sind. Dadurch wird ein gleichmäßiges Durchströmen des Duftkanals mit klimatisierter Luft über dessen gesamte Länge ermöglicht. Die klimatisierte Luft wird im Betriebsgebäude 3 aufbereitet und strömt durch die zugeordnete Stirnwand des Duftkanals 1 in diesen ein; im Bereich der gegenüberliegenden Stirnwand erfolgt die Absaugung der bedufteten und klimatisierten Raumluft, welche von dort als verbrauchte Luft entweder in die Umgebung geblasen wird oder über nicht gezeichnete Luftkanäle zur Wiederaufbereitung in das Betriebsgebäude 3 zurückgeleitet wird.The fragrance channel 1 consists essentially of a semicircular shell 8. Visitors arrive in the fragrance channel either through the foyer 2 or over side sliding doors 12, of which only one in Area of the middle module section 1b as an example is drawn. The shell 8 of the fragrance channel 1 has on the top a continuous lengthwise Roof formation 9, in which the projection surfaces for the film screenings or for the presentation of Images are housed. This will make it even Flow through the fragrance channel with air-conditioned Allows air along its entire length. The conditioned air is in the operating building 3 processed and flows through the assigned end wall the fragrance channel 1 in this one; in the field of Suction takes place on the opposite end wall the scented and air-conditioned room air, which from there as used air either into the Environment is blown or over not drawn Air ducts for reprocessing in the company building 3 is returned.

Die einzelnen Modulabschnitte 1a, 1b, 1c sind untereinander gleichartig ausgebildet und mit entsprechenden Anschlüssen bzw. Kupplungen für die Leitungen, sowohl der elektrischen als auch der klimatechnischen Einrichtungen versehen. Dadurch ist es möglich, den Duftkanal 1 in Form einzelner transportierbarer Modulabschnitte 1a, 1b, 1c vorzufertigen und am Aufstellungsort zusammenzusetzen. Je nach der gewählten Anzahl der Modulabschnitte kann der Duftkanal eine unterschiedliche Länge aufweisen, d.h. den örtlichen Verhältnissen angepaßt werden.The individual module sections 1a, 1b, 1c are trained equally with each other and with corresponding connections or couplings for the Cables, both electrical and provided air conditioning facilities. This is it is possible to transport the fragrance channel 1 in the form of individual Prefabricate module sections 1a, 1b, 1c and put together on site. Depending on the selected number of module sections can Fragrance channel have a different length, i.e. be adapted to local conditions.

Die Bestuhlung im Duftkanal ist so zu wählen, daß der Besucher sich weit zurückgelehnt positionieren kann, damit er den direkten Blick auf eine der über den Köpfen der Besucher angeordnete Projektionsfläche hat und somit in den ungestörten Genuß einer mit Gerüchen begleiteten audiovisuellen Vorstellung gelangt. Durch die Einbeziehung der Welt der Düfte gelingt es derartige Vorstellungen zur einem neuen Gesamterlebnis im Rahmen der SHR-Dimension zu gestalten.The seating in the fragrance channel should be chosen so that the Visitors can position themselves far back, so that he has a direct view of one of the above Heads of the visitors arranged projection screen and thus in the undisturbed enjoyment of one with smells accompanied audiovisual performance. By the inclusion of the world of fragrances is successful Ideas for a new overall experience in To frame the SHR dimension.

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  1. Aroma chamber with various visitor places, which may be penetrated by a current carrying different aromas, where the aroma is injected into the aroma chamber from outside using a small volume of feed air independent of an air-conditioned air stream, characterised in that
    the volume of feed air is channelled into at least one preparation circuit, to which various aroma sources can alternately be connected and which is arranged externally from the aroma chamber, and that the aroma chamber is designed as an aroma channel (1) through which the air flows longitudinally.
  2. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    the aroma channel (1) may be assembled longitudinally from several similar modular sections (1a, 1b, 1c).
  3. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    the preparation circuit (5) is connected with the aroma chamber of the aroma channel (1) via a feed port, which may be controlled between the zero and full volume.
  4. Aroma chamber according to claim 3, characterised in that
    one or several feed ports (7) are arranged longitudinally to the aroma channel (1).
  5. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    a preparation circuit or several independent preparation circuits (5, 6) is/are arranged laterally on the outside or below the aroma channel (1).
  6. Aroma chamber according to claims 1 to 5, characterised in that
    the air guidance channels of several preparation circuits (5, 6) are connected separately and via feed ports (7) corresponding to the modular sections (1a, 1b, 1c).
  7. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    the source of aroma for the aroma preparation contains the aroma substance in any physical condition and that a metering device is allocated to every source of aroma, which feeds the aroma substance in gaseous form into a preparation circuit (5, 6).
  8. Aroma chamber according to claim 7, characterised in that
    the metering device contains a vortex chamber for the distribution of the aroma substance into the volume of feed air.
  9. Aroma chamber according to claim 7, characterised in that
    the metering device contains a filtering means for separating liquid droplets from the aroma substance in the volume of feed air.
  10. Aroma chamber according to claim 3, characterised in that
    the feed ports (7) are arranged at the lower area (4) and/or in the lateral wall areas of the aroma channel (1).
  11. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    the chamber comprises a semi-circular cross section, which may be fitted with a level floor above a support surface.
  12. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    its opposing faces are connected to useable spaces, of which one essentially contains the technical equipment necessary to operate the aroma channel (1).
  13. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    its roof provides a continuous or individual protuberance(s), into which projection surfaces for the projection of films are set.
  14. Aroma chamber according to claim 1, characterised in that
    its air-stream penetrates from the rear of the seating.
  15. Aroma chamber according to claim 3, characterised in that
    a valve is provided for emptying the air channel of a preparation circuit (5, 6) permeated with an aroma substance, which seals the channel cross section at one point, and in that the contents of the air channel is expelled by a ventilator means arranged with the valve, which induces ambient air or feed air permeated with another aroma substance from another preparation circuit (5, 6), thereby feeding the expelled air via the feed ports (7) into the inside of the aroma chanel (1).
  16. Process for operating an aroma chamber according to one or several of the claims 1 to 15, characterised in that
    air-conditioned ambient air essentially flows continuously through the aroma channel and that one or several preparation circuits (5, 6) for the preparation of various additional aroma substances is/are provided, whose volume of feed air is alternately mixed with the ambient air in the aroma channel.
  17. Process according to claim 16, characterised in that
    mixing [aroma substances] with the volumes of feed air takes place over the entire length of the aroma channel (1).
  18. Process according to claim 17, characterised in that
    mixing takes place at various locations longitudinally to the aroma channel (1) corresponding to the respective visitor seat rows.
  19. Process according to claim 16, characterised in that
    the aroma substances are transferred into a gaseous state by a metering device, through which the volumes of feed air flow, before being mixed in a preparation circuit (5, 6).
  20. Process according to claim 19, characterised in that
    the volume of feed air provided with fresh aroma substance is in the metering device initially channelled through the vortex chamber and then through the filter medium.
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