EP1812923A1 - Multisensory animated picture - Google Patents

Multisensory animated picture

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EP1812923A1
EP1812923A1 EP05812310A EP05812310A EP1812923A1 EP 1812923 A1 EP1812923 A1 EP 1812923A1 EP 05812310 A EP05812310 A EP 05812310A EP 05812310 A EP05812310 A EP 05812310A EP 1812923 A1 EP1812923 A1 EP 1812923A1
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odor
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David Suissa
Clément JEANJEAN
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G09—EDUCATION; CRYPTOGRAPHY; DISPLAY; ADVERTISING; SEALS
    • G09F—DISPLAYING; ADVERTISING; SIGNS; LABELS OR NAME-PLATES; SEALS
    • G09F27/00—Combined visual and audible advertising or displaying, e.g. for public address

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  • the present invention relates to a multi-sensory diffusion device comprising multimedia broadcasting means (images and sounds) and a means of diffusing odors.
  • the invention aims to solve at least one of these disadvantages.
  • the invention relates to a device for disseminating to the public digital works merging still images, moving images, sounds, smells and possibly touch.
  • multi-sensory array the invention is in the aspect of a traditional art table whose removable frame is customized according to the digital work broadcast.
  • a flat high resolution electronic screen is in place of the painting canvas and an integrated device can diffuse different odors chosen consistent with the sequences of displayed images and sounds emitted.
  • the invention thus makes it possible to activate the human senses such as sight, hearing, smell, and even touch.
  • the frame can advantageously have relief shapes pleasing to palpate, designed in harmony with all the images, sounds and smells diffused.
  • the multi-sensory tables can in addition be associated with distributors of consumables in order to activate also the fifth human sense that is the taste.
  • the multi-sensory table allows to diffuse particular digital works created by artists and intended to provoke emotions by the simultaneous activation of the senses.
  • the works intended to be broadcast by means of the invention will be designed so that the images, sounds, smells and frame form an inseparable whole.
  • the changes of images, sounds and smells will be preferentially synchronized.
  • the interchangeable frame is made for example of molded wood like a traditional art picture frame, with drawings or relief forms specific to the work broadcast.
  • the multi-sensory table is more of an art board with expanded features than a conventional multimedia object such as a TV, a computer or a multimedia phone, including when these objects are associated with an odor diffuser as is the case in patent WO00186986A1.
  • the multi-sensory table differs from the invention object of the patent EP01212104B1 which consists of an accessory odor diffusion device controlled by a digital television or a computer. It also differs from the invention described in WO00186986A1 which relates to the field of mobile telephony.
  • odor diffusers for odor large rooms for example station halls, in which screens displays information, or even moving images, can also be placed.
  • These devices generally diffuse a unique odor within large spaces, and no synchronism or harmony is particularly sought between the diffusion of odors and the dissemination of information.
  • odor diffusers on the market for individual workstations. In this case a single smell is usually diffused and this in a very localized way.
  • These devices are used, for example, to broadcast a very short-range odor on order from sites accessible via the Internet, sites known as olfactory.
  • the personalized frame and the game of the different smells are chosen specifically in coherence with the visual and sound content of the work, which makes all the still images, animated images, sounds , odors and the frame forms an indissociable whole, specific to each created multi-sensory work, and diffusable only using the invention.
  • the multi-sensory table allows the diffusion of digital works that can not be diffused on known devices of the state of the art.
  • the present invention relates, in its broadest sense, to a multi-sensory table comprising a graphic display means, a sound diffusion means, a means for broadcasting a plurality of odors, a means for receiving digital data computer means, said computer means being arranged to control and synchronize said display means, sound diffusion and odor diffusion.
  • the frame is removable and interchangeable, so as to customize it according to the digital multi-sensory work broadcast.
  • the odor diffusion means operates according to a method of micronizing odorous liquid, different odors liquids being placed in different refillable or replaceable bottles.
  • the odor diffusion means comprises passing through a flow of air through a set of porous beads previously soaked with odorous liquids, different odor balls being placed in different refillable or replaceable tanks.
  • These two diffusion means make it possible to combine both the easy management of odor modules by simple replacement of vials or porous beads with the precise and effective diffusion of odors due to micronisation or airflow control. crossing.
  • the sound source of the sound diffusion means is essentially masked and it emits the sound towards a rigid reflector plate so that the sound can propagate towards the viewer without having to cross the board.
  • the multi-sensory table comprises means for downloading the multi-sensory digital work to be broadcast, using a wired link or a wireless link of known type, thus allowing access to a large quantity of digital works.
  • the computer means includes software for counting the number of diffusions of multi-sensory works, in order to be able to calculate the remuneration due to creators under their copyrights.
  • the multi-sensory table comprises a mechanical means for automatically orienting the table in portrait, landscape or diagonal format, driven by the computer means according to commands contained in the digital multi-sensory work.
  • This means thus allows to adapt automatically to the format of the digital work and thus to guarantee a correct visual rendering.
  • the computer means comprises a software for decrypting previously encrypted multi-sensory digital works, in order to be able to prohibit the broadcasting of a multi-sensory work to users who do not have the software key. decryption.
  • a plurality of multi-sensory arrays communicate via a conventional telecommunication network with a remote computer server, enabling various multi-sensory digital works to be broadcast in different locations from a single server.
  • a plurality of multi-sensory tables communicate with each other by wire link or wireless link, allowing multi-sensory multi-image works to be broadcast in the same room.
  • the multi-sensory animated charts include a software database for designing multi-sensory works.
  • the multi-sensory table comprises means for conducting an air flow loaded with odor molecules passing through said odor diffusion means, said conduit means comprising an outlet orifice situated below said screen and substantially oriented towards the top,
  • said outlet orifice is, relative to the horizontal, a non-zero angle upwards towards a spectator
  • said screen is mounted on a door pivotally mounted relative to the frame, which comprises all the computer means, odor diffusion, sound diffusion, digital data reception,
  • the multi-sensory table includes means adapted to put, when the door is open relative to said frame, said odor diffusion means in neutral position and to lock said tanks of said odor diffusion means.
  • FIG. 1 presents a block diagram of the main constituents of the invention, namely a display screen of still or moving images (1), sound diffusion means (2), a plurality of odors (3), data receiving means (4), computer means (5) and an interchangeable frame (6).
  • FIG. 2 shows an example of a multi-sensory array design in "landscape" format, mounted on a foot (7).
  • FIG. 3 shows an example of design of the sound diffusion means (2) which avoids the sound of having to cross the table although the sound source is visually masked by it.
  • the table has a diagonal dimension of between 60 and 110 cm and a thickness of less than 10 cm.
  • the flat electronic display screen (1) uses LCD technology, with a large dimension and high resolution, for example 70 cm diagonal and 2 million pixels. For larger dimensions the screen will advantageously use a plasma technology.
  • the sound diffusion means (2) may be composed of one or more traditional membrane loudspeakers, use a piezoelectric technology, or use any other known technology of the state of the art if it is allows integration into the dimensions of the frame (6), or, more generally, that it can be integrated in a less visible manner.
  • the diameter of the sound source must be relatively large if it is desired that the sound quality be high including low frequencies of the audible spectrum, for example at frequencies between 50 and 200 Hertz.
  • a design consists of placing this source masked by the multi-sensory table. But in this case the sound undergoes degradation during its propagation in the material of the table.
  • One solution to overcome this drawback is to place the sound source visually masked behind the table, for example in the frame, and to direct it to a rigid plate (8) forming a reflector for the sound, so that the sound thus reflected spreads to the viewer without having to cross the board.
  • the odor diffusion means (3) comprises several reservoirs, for example four reservoirs, each containing small porous beads impregnated with an odorant liquid. Odors are different from one tank to another and their composition is chosen during the creation of the multi-sensory work in coherence with the images and sounds broadcast.
  • An electric turbine makes it possible circulate air through one or the other of the tanks and diffuse this air thus loaded with odors towards the front of the multi-sensory table. When the balls become dry, simply replace the corresponding tank, reload it into new soaked balls or re-soak dry logs.
  • a single odor is diffused at a time, which can be obtained by circulating the air in only one of the tanks, the others being closed for example by means of solenoid valves controlled by the computer unit (5).
  • Various other known techniques can be implemented to design the odor diffusion means (3), for example that which is the subject of the patent EP01054697B1.
  • Another technique involves micronizing odorous liquids placed in refillable or replaceable bottles. The latter consists in forcing the passage of the liquid through a hole of small diameter, under the effect of a strong pressure created by a compressor. Then micro-droplets are created which vaporize rapidly on contact with the air, releasing the odor molecules.
  • Another known micronization method consists in using the vibratory mechanical force of a piezoelectric material subjected to an alternating voltage to create the microdroplets. Any other micronization process known from the state of the art can be implemented.
  • the odor diffusion means (3) may optionally be remote from the multi-sensory array if it is desired to diffuse the odors remotely. It can even be composed of a plurality of diffusers of satellite odors of the multi-sensory array and remotely controlled by the computer means (5) via a wired or wireless link. With reference to FIGS. 4 and 5, the air flow (FA) produced by the electric turbine (10) passes through the tanks of the odor diffusion means (3).
  • the enriched air odor molecules (odorous flow, FO) is directed towards the outside of the array by conduits (11) and then expelled through orifices (9).
  • FO odorous flow
  • the turbine delivers a vertical air flow directed downwards in order to take advantage of the gravity to optimize the electrical consumption for the supply of a flow, the flow passing through the means (3).
  • the flow always directed down the table is contained in the conduit (11) and then emitted from below the table to the user by means of an elbow (12) of the conduit (11). For simplicity of manufacture, this bend (12) can be made at right angles to the main conduit (11).
  • the ejection of the airflow by the elbow is performed with a non-zero angle ⁇ upward towards the viewer.
  • the angle a is chosen between 0 and 45 °, for example 20 °, but this value is determined or adapted according to the retreat available to the viewer (simple geometric calculations can provide an approximate value of the desired angle).
  • the bend (12) is provided with a plate (13) of reflection to prevent the air flow comes "crash" on the lower part of the bend of the conduit. Also, to overcome this problem, the elbow may be rounded in which case the plate (13) is not useful.
  • the data receiving means (4) is a CDROM reader - Compact Disk Read OnIy Memory - DVD - Digital Video Disk - USB stick - Universal Serial Bus - or any other data carrier as long as it allows store the amount of information needed for multi-sensory works. It can also be a receiver of data downloaded from a remote server or from a wireless transmitter. In this case, the data is stored on a hard disk which is an integral part of the computer means (5). The download can be made via a temporary wired connection via a standard computer communication port, or via a wireless link using a known technique, for example a technique implementing WiFi or BlueTooth standards.
  • the computer means (5) are composed mainly of a microprocessor, RAM memories, possibly a hard disk, and software.
  • the interchangeable frame (6) has the appearance of molded decorative frames usually used to dress painters' paintings. It is designed preferentially in wood but other materials are possible, for example aluminum or PVC for multi-sensory works requiring a modern look for the painting.
  • the frame may contain relief shapes to be touched by the user. These forms are then conceived in harmony with the images, the sounds and the smells, the whole composing the multi-sensory work.
  • the multi-sensory table is equipped with a mechanism, for example a controllable electric motor and gear system, for automatically orienting the table in portrait or landscape format, or even in the intermediate position. which can be described as diagonal.
  • the orientation is controlled dynamically by the computer means (5), orders contained in the multi-sensory art work.
  • the software integrated in the computer means (5) is able to count the number of diffusions of each multi-sensory work, which allows to calculate the remuneration due to creators of works in respect of their copyrights.
  • the digital work may be in the form of a compressed video stream of the MPEG type (Moving Picture Experts Group) supplemented with indexes for controlling the means for diffusing odors or any other type of means connected to the device ( orientation of the table according to the images diffused, ).
  • MPEG Motion Picture Experts Group
  • indexes for controlling the means for diffusing odors or any other type of means connected to the device orientation of the table according to the images diffused, .
  • information is recorded to indicate the smells to be diffused, possibly parameters regulating this diffusion (time, power, synchronization, timing of the mixture many smells, ...) are also recorded.
  • the computer means (5) are able to decode this additional information in order to effectively control all of the broadcasting means.
  • the program integrated in the computer means (5) is capable of decrypting the data of the multi-sensory work if they have been previously encrypted. This makes it possible, on the one hand, to prevent the work from being partially broadcast on a conventional multimedia viewing device, and on the other hand to authorize or prohibit the broadcasting of a multi-sensory work simply by managing the distribution of the keys. decryption.
  • the multi-sensory table is provided with means of communication with a large network, such as the Internet, which allows to download multi-sensory works from a remote server.
  • a large network such as the Internet
  • several multi-sensory arrays synchronized with each other, by wire connection or by wireless link, are placed in the same room. This makes it possible to broadcast multi-sensory works of art designed for a multiplicity of multi-sensory paintings, for example works in which images are displayed sequentially on one of the tables and then on another, which helps to increase the viewer's attention.
  • the screen (1) is mounted on a door (14) by means of hinges and hydraulic assistance cylinders, the power supply means (energy and data) of the screen being for example made by an electric mat located at the hinge area.
  • the opening of the door stops the diffusion of the multi-sensory work (stopping the video broadcast, sound, olfactory, ...) by detection by means of appropriate sensors.
  • This opening allows access to the internal elements of the device, namely the computer means (5) for programming, updating, ..., the odor diffusion means (3) for changing the reservoirs.
  • the user thus has easy and intuitive access to the odor tanks to replace them if necessary.
  • Microcontroller or computer means make it possible to detect this door opening and to act on the odor diffusion means (3) for:
  • odor diffusion means Put all the mechanical elements of the odor diffusion means in a neutral position so that the user can not make false maneuver and alter them.
  • servomotors are put in the position in which the tanks are hermetically sealed.

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Abstract

The invention enables digital works combining fixed images, animated images, sounds and smells to be disseminated to an audience. The multisensory picture looks like a traditional art picture with a removable frame which is personalized in harmony with the work thus disseminated. A high-resolution flat electronic screen (1) occupies the space instead of the picture.Integrated devices enable sounds (2) and smells (3) chosen by the creators of the multisensory works to be disseminated. The invention activates human senses such as sight, hearing, smell and possibly touch, enabling viewers to experience strong emotions.

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LE TABLEAU ANIME MULTISENSORIELTHE ANTIS MULTISENSOR TABLE
La présente invention se rapporte à un dispositif de diffusion multi sensorielle comprenant des moyens de diffusion multimédia (images et sons) et un moyen de diffusion d'odeurs.The present invention relates to a multi-sensory diffusion device comprising multimedia broadcasting means (images and sounds) and a means of diffusing odors.
Un tel tableau est connu de la demande de brevet WO 92 / 13474 dans laquelle une fenêtre artificielle comprend différents moyens d'éclairage, de projection, de production de sons et d'odeurs afin de produire des effets sensitifs à un spectateur. Ce dispositif d'effets sensitifs avantageux présente cependant certains désavantages, notamment le fait qu'il ne permet pas la diffusion d'œuvres numériques riches de type multimédia auxquelles sont associés des effets olfactifs.Such a table is known from the patent application WO 92/13474 in which an artificial window comprises different means of lighting, projection, production of sounds and odors in order to produce sensory effects for a spectator. This advantageous sensory effect device however has certain disadvantages, in particular the fact that it does not allow the diffusion of multimedia rich digital works with associated olfactory effects.
On connaît également, par le brevet US 6 602 475, un dispositif de stockage d'odeurs et un système de diffusion d'odeurs à partir de ce dispositif. La particularité de ce dispositif et de ce système réside dans le fait que les moyens d'odeurs et les données multimédia sont contenues sur un même support et sont donc étroitement liés. Un inconvénient de cette solution est le coût engendré pour la production de tels supports ainsi que le caractère épuisable des moyens d'odeurs qui rend le support, et donc le contenu multimédia, périssables. On connaît également, par le brevet US 6 169 595, un dispositif pour la diffusion d'odeurs à un utilisateur en conjonction d'images vidéo et/ou de sons. Un flux d'air traverse une ou des valves pour créer un mélange d'odeurs, lequel est transmis par tube au nez de l'utilisateur. Ce dispositif a l'inconvénient d'être dédié à un seul utilisateur.Also known from US Pat. No. 6,602,475, an odor storage device and an odor diffusion system from this device. The particularity of this device and this system lies in the fact that the odor means and the multimedia data are contained on the same medium and are therefore closely related. A disadvantage of this solution is the cost generated for the production of such media and the exhaustiveness of the odor means that makes the support, and therefore the multimedia content, perishable. US 6 169 595 also discloses a device for diffusing odors to a user in conjunction with video images and / or sounds. A flow of air passes through one or more valves to create a mixture of odors, which is transmitted by tube to the nose of the user. This device has the disadvantage of being dedicated to a single user.
On connaît également, par la demande de brevet US 2001 / 038034, un dispositif d'affichage intelligent en fonction de la présence de personnes dans ses environs. Un tel dispositif ne concerne pas la diffusion multi sensorielle, notamment cumulative d'odeurs, de sons et d'oeuvres numériques graphiques.Also known from US patent application 2001/038034, an intelligent display device according to the presence of people in its vicinity. Such a device does not concern the multi-sensory diffusion, notably cumulative of smells, sounds and digital graphic works.
L'invention vise à résoudre au moins l'un de ces inconvénients. A cet effet, l'invention porte sur un dispositif permettant de diffuser auprès du public des œuvres numériques fusionnant images fixes, images animées, sons, odeurs et éventuellement toucher. Désignée par la suite "tableau multi sensoriel", l'invention se présente sous l'aspect d'un tableau d'art traditionnel dont le cadre amovible est personnalisé en fonction de l'œuvre numérique diffusée. Un écran électronique plat de haute résolution se trouve en lieu et place de la toile de peinture et un dispositif intégré permet de diffuser différentes odeurs choisies en cohérence avec les séquences d'images affichées et de sons émis. L'invention permet donc d'activer les sens humains que sont la vue, l'ouie, l'odorat, et même le toucher. Concernant ce dernier, le cadre peut avantageusement présenter des formes en relief agréables à palper, conçues en harmonie avec l'ensemble des images, sons et odeurs diffusés. Dans les cas d'utilisations dans le domaine de la restauration, les tableaux multi sensoriels peuvent de surcroît être associés à des distributeurs de produits consommables afin d'activer également le cinquième sens humain qu'est le goût. Le tableau multi sensoriel permet de diffuser des œuvres numériques particulières créées par des artistes et destinées à provoquer des émotions par l'activation simultanée des sens. Pour cela les œuvres destinées à être diffusées au moyen de l'invention seront conçues de manière à ce que les images, sons, odeurs et cadre forment un tout indissociable. En particulier les changements d'images, sons et odeurs se feront préférentiellement de manière synchronisée. Le cadre interchangeable est réalisé par exemple en bois mouluré à l'instar d'un cadre de tableau d'art traditionnel, avec des dessins ou formes en relief spécifiques à l'œuvre diffusée. Ainsi le tableau multi sensoriel tient plus du tableau d'art à fonctionnalités élargies que d'un objet multimédia classique tel qu'un téléviseur, un ordinateur ou un téléphone multimédia, y compris lorsque ces objets sont associés à un diffuseur d'odeur comme cela est le cas dans le brevet WO00186986A1. Le tableau multi sensoriel se démarque de l'invention objet du brevet EP01212104B1 qui consiste en un dispositif accessoire de diffusion d'odeurs piloté par un téléviseur numérique ou un ordinateur. Il se démarque également de l'invention décrite dans le brevet WO00186986A1 qui concerne le domaine de la téléphonie mobile. Il existe par ailleurs des dispositifs diffuseurs d'odeurs destinés à odorer de grandes salles, par exemple des halls de gares, dans lesquelles des écrans d'affichages d'informations, voire d'images animées, peuvent être également placés. Ces dispositifs diffusent généralement une odeur unique au sein de grands espaces, et aucun synchronisme ni harmonie n'est particulièrement recherché entre la diffusion des odeurs et la diffusion des informations. Il existe également sur le marché des diffuseurs d'odeurs destinés aux postes de travail individuels. Dans ce cas une seule odeur est généralement diffusée et ce de manière très localisée. Ces dispositifs sont utilisés par exemple pour diffuser à très courte distance une odeur sur commande provenant de sites accessibles par l'Internet, sites qualifiés d'olfactifs. Dans le cas du tableau multi sensoriel, le cadre personnalisé et le jeu des différentes odeurs sont choisis spécifiquement en cohérence avec le contenu visuel et sonore de l'œuvre, ce qui fait que l'ensemble des images fixes, des images animées, des sons, des odeurs et du cadre forme un tout indissociable, spécifique à chaque œuvre multi sensorielle créée, et diffusable uniquement à l'aide de l'invention. Le tableau multi sensoriel permet de diffuser des œuvres numériques qui ne peuvent pas être diffusées sur les dispositifs connus de l'état de l'art. La présente invention concerne, dans son acception la plus large, un tableau multi sensoriel comprenant un moyen d'affichage graphique, un moyen de diffusion de son, un moyen de diffusion d'une pluralité d'odeurs, un moyen de réception de données numériques, des moyens informatiques, lesdits moyens informatiques étant agencés pour piloter et synchroniser lesdits moyens d'affichage, de diffusion de son et de diffusion d'odeurs.The invention aims to solve at least one of these disadvantages. To this end, the invention relates to a device for disseminating to the public digital works merging still images, moving images, sounds, smells and possibly touch. Subsequently designated "multi-sensory array", the invention is in the aspect of a traditional art table whose removable frame is customized according to the digital work broadcast. A flat high resolution electronic screen is in place of the painting canvas and an integrated device can diffuse different odors chosen consistent with the sequences of displayed images and sounds emitted. The invention thus makes it possible to activate the human senses such as sight, hearing, smell, and even touch. Regarding the latter, the frame can advantageously have relief shapes pleasing to palpate, designed in harmony with all the images, sounds and smells diffused. In the case of uses in the field of restoration, the multi-sensory tables can in addition be associated with distributors of consumables in order to activate also the fifth human sense that is the taste. The multi-sensory table allows to diffuse particular digital works created by artists and intended to provoke emotions by the simultaneous activation of the senses. For this purpose the works intended to be broadcast by means of the invention will be designed so that the images, sounds, smells and frame form an inseparable whole. In particular the changes of images, sounds and smells will be preferentially synchronized. The interchangeable frame is made for example of molded wood like a traditional art picture frame, with drawings or relief forms specific to the work broadcast. Thus the multi-sensory table is more of an art board with expanded features than a conventional multimedia object such as a TV, a computer or a multimedia phone, including when these objects are associated with an odor diffuser as is the case in patent WO00186986A1. The multi-sensory table differs from the invention object of the patent EP01212104B1 which consists of an accessory odor diffusion device controlled by a digital television or a computer. It also differs from the invention described in WO00186986A1 which relates to the field of mobile telephony. There are also odor diffusers for odor large rooms, for example station halls, in which screens displays information, or even moving images, can also be placed. These devices generally diffuse a unique odor within large spaces, and no synchronism or harmony is particularly sought between the diffusion of odors and the dissemination of information. There are also odor diffusers on the market for individual workstations. In this case a single smell is usually diffused and this in a very localized way. These devices are used, for example, to broadcast a very short-range odor on order from sites accessible via the Internet, sites known as olfactory. In the case of the multi-sensory table, the personalized frame and the game of the different smells are chosen specifically in coherence with the visual and sound content of the work, which makes all the still images, animated images, sounds , odors and the frame forms an indissociable whole, specific to each created multi-sensory work, and diffusable only using the invention. The multi-sensory table allows the diffusion of digital works that can not be diffused on known devices of the state of the art. The present invention relates, in its broadest sense, to a multi-sensory table comprising a graphic display means, a sound diffusion means, a means for broadcasting a plurality of odors, a means for receiving digital data computer means, said computer means being arranged to control and synchronize said display means, sound diffusion and odor diffusion.
Dans un mode de réalisation, le cadre est amovible et interchangeable, afin de pouvoir le personnaliser en fonction de l'œuvre numérique multi sensorielle diffusée.In one embodiment, the frame is removable and interchangeable, so as to customize it according to the digital multi-sensory work broadcast.
Dans un autre mode de réalisation, le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs fonctionne selon un procédé de micronisation de liquide odorant, des liquides d'odeurs différentes étant placés dans des flacons différents rechargeables ou remplaçables.In another embodiment, the odor diffusion means operates according to a method of micronizing odorous liquid, different odors liquids being placed in different refillable or replaceable bottles.
Dans un mode de réalisation, le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs consiste à faire traverser un flux d'air à travers un ensemble de billes poreuses préalablement imbibées de liquides odorants, des billes d'odeurs différentes étant placées dans des réservoirs différents rechargeables ou remplaçables. Ces deux moyens de diffusion permettent d'allier à la fois la gestion aisée des modules d'odeurs par simple remplacement de flacons ou de billes poreuses avec la diffusion précise et efficace des odeurs du fait de la micronisation ou du contrôle du flux d'air traversant. Selon un mode de mise en œuvre particulier, la source sonore du moyen de diffusion du son est pour l'essentiel masquée et elle émet le son en direction d'une plaque rigide formant réflecteur afin que le son puisse se propager vers le spectateur sans avoir à traverser le tableau. Dans un mode de réalisation, le tableau multi sensoriel comprend des moyens pour télécharger l'œuvre numérique multi sensorielle à diffuser, en utilisant une liaison filaire ou une liaison sans-fil de type connu, permettant de la sorte d'avoir accès à une grande quantité d'œuvres numériques.In one embodiment, the odor diffusion means comprises passing through a flow of air through a set of porous beads previously soaked with odorous liquids, different odor balls being placed in different refillable or replaceable tanks. . These two diffusion means make it possible to combine both the easy management of odor modules by simple replacement of vials or porous beads with the precise and effective diffusion of odors due to micronisation or airflow control. crossing. According to a particular embodiment, the sound source of the sound diffusion means is essentially masked and it emits the sound towards a rigid reflector plate so that the sound can propagate towards the viewer without having to cross the board. In one embodiment, the multi-sensory table comprises means for downloading the multi-sensory digital work to be broadcast, using a wired link or a wireless link of known type, thus allowing access to a large quantity of digital works.
Dans un mode de réalisation, le moyen informatique comprend un logiciel permettant de comptabiliser le nombre de diffusions des œuvres multi sensorielles, afin d'être en mesure de calculer les rémunérations dues aux créateurs au titre de leurs droits d'auteurs.In one embodiment, the computer means includes software for counting the number of diffusions of multi-sensory works, in order to be able to calculate the remuneration due to creators under their copyrights.
Dans un mode de réalisation alternatif, le tableau multi sensoriel comprend un moyen mécanique permettant d'orienter automatiquement le tableau en format portrait, paysage ou diagonale, piloté par le moyen informatique en fonction de commandes contenues dans l'œuvre numérique multi sensorielle. Ce moyen permet ainsi de s'adapter automatiquement au format de l'œuvre numérique et donc de garantir un rendu visuel correct.In an alternative embodiment, the multi-sensory table comprises a mechanical means for automatically orienting the table in portrait, landscape or diagonal format, driven by the computer means according to commands contained in the digital multi-sensory work. This means thus allows to adapt automatically to the format of the digital work and thus to guarantee a correct visual rendering.
Dans un mode de réalisation particulier, le moyen informatique comprend un logiciel de décryptage d'œuvres numériques multi sensorielles préalablement cryptées, afin d'être en mesure d'interdire la diffusion d'une œuvre multi sensorielle aux utilisateurs ne disposant pas de la clé logicielle de décryptage.In a particular embodiment, the computer means comprises a software for decrypting previously encrypted multi-sensory digital works, in order to be able to prohibit the broadcasting of a multi-sensory work to users who do not have the software key. decryption.
Dans un autre mode de réalisation, une pluralité de tableaux multi sensoriels communiquent via un réseau de télécommunication classique avec un serveur informatique distant, permettant de télédiffuser en différents lieux depuis un serveur unique des œuvres numériques multi sensorielles.In another embodiment, a plurality of multi-sensory arrays communicate via a conventional telecommunication network with a remote computer server, enabling various multi-sensory digital works to be broadcast in different locations from a single server.
Dans un mode de réalisation alternatif, une pluralité de tableaux multi sensoriels communiquent entre eux par liaison filaire ou par liaison sans fil, permettant de diffuser dans une même salle des œuvres multi sensorielles multi tableaux.In an alternative embodiment, a plurality of multi-sensory tables communicate with each other by wire link or wireless link, allowing multi-sensory multi-image works to be broadcast in the same room.
Dans un mode de réalisation particulier, les tableaux animés multi sensoriels comportent une base de données logicielle destinée à concevoir des œuvres multi sensorielles.In a particular embodiment, the multi-sensory animated charts include a software database for designing multi-sensory works.
Selon différents modes de réalisation, : - le tableau multi sensoriel comprend des moyens de conduit d'un flux d'air chargé en molécules d'odeur traversant lesdits moyens de diffusion d'odeurs, lesdits moyens de conduit comprenant un orifice de sortie situé en dessous dudit écran et sensiblement orienté vers le haut,According to different embodiments, the multi-sensory table comprises means for conducting an air flow loaded with odor molecules passing through said odor diffusion means, said conduit means comprising an outlet orifice situated below said screen and substantially oriented towards the top,
- ledit orifice de sortie fait, par rapport à l'horizontale, un angle non nul vers le haut en direction d'un spectateur,said outlet orifice is, relative to the horizontal, a non-zero angle upwards towards a spectator,
- ledit écran est monté sur une porte montée en pivot par rapport au cadre, lequel comprend l'ensemble des moyens informatiques, de diffusion d'odeurs, de diffusion de son, de réception de données numériques,said screen is mounted on a door pivotally mounted relative to the frame, which comprises all the computer means, odor diffusion, sound diffusion, digital data reception,
- le tableau multi sensoriel comprend des moyens aptes à mettre, lorsque la porte est ouverte relativement audit cadre, lesdits moyens de diffusion d'odeurs en position neutre et à verrouiller lesdits réservoirs desdits moyens de diffusion d'odeurs.- The multi-sensory table includes means adapted to put, when the door is open relative to said frame, said odor diffusion means in neutral position and to lock said tanks of said odor diffusion means.
L'invention sera également mieux comprise en référence aux dessins suivants, dans lesquels les mêmes références désignent des éléments identiques ou similaires : - La figure 1 présente un schéma synoptique des principaux constituants de l'invention, à savoir un écran d'affichage d'images fixes ou animées (1 ), un moyen de diffusion du son (2), un moyen de diffusion d'une pluralité d'odeurs (3), un moyen de réception de données (4), des moyens informatiques (5) et un cadre interchangeable (6).The invention will also be better understood with reference to the following drawings, in which the same references designate identical or similar elements: FIG. 1 presents a block diagram of the main constituents of the invention, namely a display screen of still or moving images (1), sound diffusion means (2), a plurality of odors (3), data receiving means (4), computer means (5) and an interchangeable frame (6).
- La figure 2 présente un exemple de conception de tableau multi sensoriel en format dit "paysage", monté sur un pied (7).- Figure 2 shows an example of a multi-sensory array design in "landscape" format, mounted on a foot (7).
- La figure 3 présente un exemple de conception du moyen de diffusion du son (2) qui évite au son de devoir traverser le tableau bien que la source sonore soit visuellement masquée par celui-ci.- Figure 3 shows an example of design of the sound diffusion means (2) which avoids the sound of having to cross the table although the sound source is visually masked by it.
- La figure 4 illustre l'accessibilité des éléments informatiques et de diffusion d'odeurs à l'intérieur du tableau. Préférentiellement le tableau présente une dimension en diagonale comprise entre 60 et 110 cm et une épaisseur inférieure à 10 cm. L'écran électronique plat d'affichage (1) utilise la technologie LCD, avec une grande dimension et une haute résolution, par exemple de 70 cm de diagonale et 2 millions de pixels. Pour des dimensions supérieures l'écran utilisera avantageusement une technologie à plasma. Le moyen de diffusion du son (2) peut être composé d'un ou plusieurs haut parleurs à membrane traditionnels, mettre en oeuvre une technologie piézoélectrique, ou utiliser toute autre technologie connue de l'état de l'art dès lors que celle-ci permet une intégration dans les dimensions du cadre (6), ou, plus généralement, qu'elle permet d'être intégrée de manière peu visible. Il est connu que le diamètre de la source sonore doit être relativement important si l'on souhaite que la qualité sonore soit élevée y compris aux fréquences basses du spectre audible, par exemple aux fréquences comprises entre 50 et 200 Hertz. Comme l'on souhaite que la source sonore soit visuellement peu visible par soucis d'esthétisme, une conception consiste à placer cette source de manière masquée par le tableau multi sensoriel. Mais dans ce cas le son subit une dégradation lors de sa propagation dans la matière du tableau. Une solution permettant de pallier cet inconvénient consiste à placer la source sonore de manière visuellement masquée derrière le tableau, par exemple dans le cadre, et de l'orienter vers une plaque rigide (8) formant réflecteur pour le son, de manière à ce que le son ainsi réfléchi se propage vers le spectateur sans avoir à traverser le tableau.- Figure 4 illustrates the accessibility of computing and odor diffusion elements inside the table. Preferably, the table has a diagonal dimension of between 60 and 110 cm and a thickness of less than 10 cm. The flat electronic display screen (1) uses LCD technology, with a large dimension and high resolution, for example 70 cm diagonal and 2 million pixels. For larger dimensions the screen will advantageously use a plasma technology. The sound diffusion means (2) may be composed of one or more traditional membrane loudspeakers, use a piezoelectric technology, or use any other known technology of the state of the art if it is allows integration into the dimensions of the frame (6), or, more generally, that it can be integrated in a less visible manner. It is known that the diameter of the sound source must be relatively large if it is desired that the sound quality be high including low frequencies of the audible spectrum, for example at frequencies between 50 and 200 Hertz. As it is desired that the sound source is visually little visible for the sake of aesthetics, a design consists of placing this source masked by the multi-sensory table. But in this case the sound undergoes degradation during its propagation in the material of the table. One solution to overcome this drawback is to place the sound source visually masked behind the table, for example in the frame, and to direct it to a rigid plate (8) forming a reflector for the sound, so that the sound thus reflected spreads to the viewer without having to cross the board.
Préférentiellement le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs (3) comprend plusieurs réservoirs, par exemple quatre réservoirs, contenant chacun de petites billes poreuses imbibées d'un liquide odorant. Les odeurs sont différentes d'un réservoir à l'autre et leur composition est choisie lors de la création de l'œuvre multi sensorielle en cohérence avec les images et les sons diffusés. Une turbine électrique permet de faire circuler de l'air à travers l'un ou l'autre des réservoirs et de diffuser cet air ainsi chargé en odeurs vers l'avant du tableau multi sensoriel. Lorsque les billes deviennent sèches, il suffit de remplacer le réservoir correspondant, de recharger celui-ci en nouvelles billes imbibées ou de ré imbiber les billes sèches. Une seule odeur est diffusée à la fois, ce qui peut être obtenu en faisant circuler l'air dans un seul des réservoirs, les autres étant fermés par exemple au moyen d'électrovannes commandées par l'unité informatique (5). Différentes autres techniques connues peuvent être mises en œuvre pour concevoir le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs (3), par exemple celle objet du brevet EP01054697B1. Une autre technique consiste à microniser des liquides odorants placés dans des flacons rechargeables ou remplaçables. Cette dernière consiste à forcer le passage du liquide au travers d'un trou de faible diamètre, sous l'effet d'une forte pression créée par un compresseur. Se créent alors de microgouttelettes qui se vaporisent rapidement au contact de l'air, libérant les molécules d'odeurs. Une autre méthode de micronisation connue consiste en l'utilisation de la force mécanique vibratoire d'un matériau piézoélectrique soumis à une tension alternative pour créer les microgouttelettes. Tout autre procédé de micronisation connu de l'état de l'art peut être mis en œuvre.Preferably, the odor diffusion means (3) comprises several reservoirs, for example four reservoirs, each containing small porous beads impregnated with an odorant liquid. Odors are different from one tank to another and their composition is chosen during the creation of the multi-sensory work in coherence with the images and sounds broadcast. An electric turbine makes it possible circulate air through one or the other of the tanks and diffuse this air thus loaded with odors towards the front of the multi-sensory table. When the balls become dry, simply replace the corresponding tank, reload it into new soaked balls or re-soak dry logs. A single odor is diffused at a time, which can be obtained by circulating the air in only one of the tanks, the others being closed for example by means of solenoid valves controlled by the computer unit (5). Various other known techniques can be implemented to design the odor diffusion means (3), for example that which is the subject of the patent EP01054697B1. Another technique involves micronizing odorous liquids placed in refillable or replaceable bottles. The latter consists in forcing the passage of the liquid through a hole of small diameter, under the effect of a strong pressure created by a compressor. Then micro-droplets are created which vaporize rapidly on contact with the air, releasing the odor molecules. Another known micronization method consists in using the vibratory mechanical force of a piezoelectric material subjected to an alternating voltage to create the microdroplets. Any other micronization process known from the state of the art can be implemented.
A l'intérieur du tableau multi sensoriel sont intégrés le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs, les moyens d'affichage graphique, les moyens de diffusion de sons et les moyens informatiques (réception des données, stockage des données multimédia). Ces différents moyens sont mis en œuvre par des modules physiques distincts, offrant ainsi une facilité dans la gestion de ceux-ci (remplacement à moindre coût, détection d'un dysfonctionnement, ...). Le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs (3) peut éventuellement être déporté à distance du tableau multi sensoriel si l'on souhaite diffuser les odeurs à distance. Il peut même être composé d'une pluralité de diffuseurs d'odeurs satellites du tableau multi sensoriel et pilotés à distance par le moyen informatique (5) via une liaison filaire ou sans fils. En référence aux figures 4 et 5, le flux d'air (FA) produit par la turbine électrique (10) traverse les réservoirs des moyens de diffusion d'odeurs (3). L'air enrichi des molécules d'odeurs (flux odorant, FO) est dirigé vers l'extérieur du tableau par des conduits (11) puis expulsé par des orifices (9). Dans la configuration présentée sur la figure 4, la turbine délivre un flux d'air vertical dirigé vers le bas afin de profiter de la pesanteur pour optimiser la consommation électrique pour la fourniture d'un flux, le flux traversant les moyens (3). Le flux toujours dirigé vers le bas du tableau est contenu dans le conduit (11) puis émis par dessous le tableau vers l'utilisateur au moyen d'un coude (12) du conduit (11). Pour des simplicités de fabrication, ce coude (12) peut être réalisé à angle droit du conduit principal (11).Inside the multi-sensory table are integrated the means of diffusion of odors, the means of graphic display, the means of diffusion of sounds and the computer means (reception of the data, storage of the multimedia data). These different means are implemented by separate physical modules, thus offering ease in the management thereof (replacement at lower cost, detection of a malfunction, ...). The odor diffusion means (3) may optionally be remote from the multi-sensory array if it is desired to diffuse the odors remotely. It can even be composed of a plurality of diffusers of satellite odors of the multi-sensory array and remotely controlled by the computer means (5) via a wired or wireless link. With reference to FIGS. 4 and 5, the air flow (FA) produced by the electric turbine (10) passes through the tanks of the odor diffusion means (3). The enriched air odor molecules (odorous flow, FO) is directed towards the outside of the array by conduits (11) and then expelled through orifices (9). In the configuration shown in FIG. 4, the turbine delivers a vertical air flow directed downwards in order to take advantage of the gravity to optimize the electrical consumption for the supply of a flow, the flow passing through the means (3). The flow always directed down the table is contained in the conduit (11) and then emitted from below the table to the user by means of an elbow (12) of the conduit (11). For simplicity of manufacture, this bend (12) can be made at right angles to the main conduit (11).
Pour amplifier l'impression du spectateur que c'est l'écran qui est parfumé, l'éjection du flux d'air par le coude est réalisée avec un angle α non nul vers le haut en direction du spectateur. L'angle a est choisi entre 0 et 45°, par exemple 20°, mais cette valeur est déterminée voire adaptée selon le recul dont dispose le spectateur (de simples calculs géométriques peuvent permettre de fournir une valeur approximative de l'angle désiré).To amplify the impression of the viewer that it is the screen that is scented, the ejection of the airflow by the elbow is performed with a non-zero angle α upward towards the viewer. The angle a is chosen between 0 and 45 °, for example 20 °, but this value is determined or adapted according to the retreat available to the viewer (simple geometric calculations can provide an approximate value of the desired angle).
Le coude (12) est pourvu d'une plaque (13) de réflexion afin d'éviter que le flux d'air vienne « s'écraser » sur la partie basse du coude du conduit. Egalement, pour pallier ce problème, le coude peut être arrondi auquel cas la plaque (13) n'est pas utile.The bend (12) is provided with a plate (13) of reflection to prevent the air flow comes "crash" on the lower part of the bend of the conduit. Also, to overcome this problem, the elbow may be rounded in which case the plate (13) is not useful.
Le moyen de réception de données (4) est un lecteur de CDROM - Compact Disk Read OnIy Memory - de DVD - Digital Video Disk - de clé USB - Universal Sériai Bus - ou de tout autre support de données dès lors que celui-ci permet de stocker le volume d'informations nécessaire aux œuvres multi sensorielles. Il peut également être un récepteur de données téléchargées depuis un serveur distant ou depuis un émetteur sans fil. Dans ce cas, les données sont stockées sur un disque dur faisant partie intégrante du moyen informatique (5). Le téléchargement peut s'effectuer par une connexion filaire temporaire via un port de communication informatique standard, ou via une liaison sans fil utilisant une technique connue, par exemple une technique mettant en œuvre les normes WiFi ou BlueTooth. Les moyens informatiques (5) sont composés principalement d'un microprocesseur, de mémoires RAM, éventuellement d'un disque dur, et de logiciels. Ils permettent de piloter l'écran (1 ), les moyens de diffusion du son (2), les moyens de diffusion d'odeurs (3), et éventuellement de stocker les données de l'œuvre multi sensorielle (4). Le cadre interchangeable (6) a l'apparence des cadres décoratifs moulurés habituellement utilisés pour habiller les tableaux de peintres. II est conçu préférentiellement en bois mais d'autres matériaux sont possibles, par exemple l'aluminium ou le PVC pour les œuvres multi sensorielles réclamant un aspect moderne pour le tableau. Afin d'activer le sens du toucher chez l'utilisateur, le cadre peut contenir des formes en relief destinées à être touchées par l'utilisateur. Ces formes sont alors conçues en harmonie avec les images, les sons et les odeurs, l'ensemble composant l'œuvre multi sensorielle. Selon un mode particulier de conception, le tableau multi sensoriel est doté d'un mécanisme, par exemple un système de moteur électrique commandable et engrenages, permettant d'orienter automatiquement le tableau en format dit portrait ou en format dit paysage, voire en position intermédiaire que l'on peut qualifier de diagonale. L'orientation est pilotée en dynamique par les moyens informatiques (5), sur commandes contenues dans l'œuvre d'art multi sensorielle. Selon un autre mode de conception de l'invention, le logiciel intégré dans les moyens informatiques (5) est capable de comptabiliser le nombre de diffusions de chaque œuvre multi sensorielle, ce qui permet de calculer les rémunérations dues aux créateurs des œuvres au titre de leurs droits d'auteurs.The data receiving means (4) is a CDROM reader - Compact Disk Read OnIy Memory - DVD - Digital Video Disk - USB stick - Universal Serial Bus - or any other data carrier as long as it allows store the amount of information needed for multi-sensory works. It can also be a receiver of data downloaded from a remote server or from a wireless transmitter. In this case, the data is stored on a hard disk which is an integral part of the computer means (5). The download can be made via a temporary wired connection via a standard computer communication port, or via a wireless link using a known technique, for example a technique implementing WiFi or BlueTooth standards. The computer means (5) are composed mainly of a microprocessor, RAM memories, possibly a hard disk, and software. They make it possible to control the screen (1), the sound diffusion means (2), the odor diffusion means (3), and possibly to store the data of the multi-sensory work (4). The interchangeable frame (6) has the appearance of molded decorative frames usually used to dress painters' paintings. It is designed preferentially in wood but other materials are possible, for example aluminum or PVC for multi-sensory works requiring a modern look for the painting. In order to activate the sense of touch in the user, the frame may contain relief shapes to be touched by the user. These forms are then conceived in harmony with the images, the sounds and the smells, the whole composing the multi-sensory work. According to a particular mode of design, the multi-sensory table is equipped with a mechanism, for example a controllable electric motor and gear system, for automatically orienting the table in portrait or landscape format, or even in the intermediate position. which can be described as diagonal. The orientation is controlled dynamically by the computer means (5), orders contained in the multi-sensory art work. According to another embodiment of the invention, the software integrated in the computer means (5) is able to count the number of diffusions of each multi-sensory work, which allows to calculate the remuneration due to creators of works in respect of their copyrights.
L'œuvre numérique peut se présenter sous la forme d'un flux vidéo compressé de type MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) complété d'index permettant le pilotage des moyens de diffusion d'odeurs ou de tout autre type de moyen relié au dispositif (orientation du tableau en fonction des images diffusées, ...). A chaque changement de scène de la vidéo (représentée par une image de type « I » (Intra)), une information est enregistrée pour indiquer les odeurs à diffuser, éventuellement des paramètres régulant cette diffusion (temps, puissance, synchronisation, timing du mélange de plusieurs odeurs, ...) sont également enregistrés. Les moyens informatiques (5) sont aptes à décoder ces informations complémentaires afin de piloter de façon efficace l'ensemble des moyens de diffusion. Selon un autre mode de conception de l'invention, le programme intégré dans les moyens informatiques (5) est capable de décrypter les données de l'œuvre multi sensorielle si celles-ci ont été préalablement cryptées. Ceci permet d'une part d'éviter que l'oeuvre ne puisse être partiellement diffusée sur un dispositif de visualisation multimédia classique, d'autre part d'autoriser ou interdire la diffusion d'une œuvre multi sensorielle simplement en gérant la distribution des clés de décryptage.The digital work may be in the form of a compressed video stream of the MPEG type (Moving Picture Experts Group) supplemented with indexes for controlling the means for diffusing odors or any other type of means connected to the device ( orientation of the table according to the images diffused, ...). At each change of scene of the video (represented by an image of type "I" (Intra)), information is recorded to indicate the smells to be diffused, possibly parameters regulating this diffusion (time, power, synchronization, timing of the mixture many smells, ...) are also recorded. The computer means (5) are able to decode this additional information in order to effectively control all of the broadcasting means. According to another embodiment of the invention, the program integrated in the computer means (5) is capable of decrypting the data of the multi-sensory work if they have been previously encrypted. This makes it possible, on the one hand, to prevent the work from being partially broadcast on a conventional multimedia viewing device, and on the other hand to authorize or prohibit the broadcasting of a multi-sensory work simply by managing the distribution of the keys. decryption.
Selon un autre mode de conception de l'invention, le tableau multi sensoriel est doté de moyens de communication avec un réseau de grande étendue, tel que l'Internet, ce qui permet de télécharger des œuvres multi sensorielles depuis un serveur distant. Selon un autre mode de conception de l'invention, plusieurs tableaux multi sensoriels synchronisés entre eux, par liaison filaire ou par liaison sans fils, sont placés dans une même pièce. Ceci permet de diffuser des œuvres d'art multi sensorielles conçues pour une multiplicité de tableaux multi sensoriels, par exemple des œuvres dans lesquelles les images s'affichent séquentiellement sur l'un des tableaux puis sur un autre, ce qui contribue à accroître l'attention du spectateur.According to another embodiment of the invention, the multi-sensory table is provided with means of communication with a large network, such as the Internet, which allows to download multi-sensory works from a remote server. According to another embodiment of the invention, several multi-sensory arrays synchronized with each other, by wire connection or by wireless link, are placed in the same room. This makes it possible to broadcast multi-sensory works of art designed for a multiplicity of multi-sensory paintings, for example works in which images are displayed sequentially on one of the tables and then on another, which helps to increase the viewer's attention.
En référence à la figure 5, l'écran (1) est monté sur une porte (14) au moyen de charnières et de vérins hydrauliques d'assistance, les moyens d'alimentation (en énergie et en données) de l'écran étant par exemple réalisés par une natte électrique située au niveau de la zone d'articulation. L'ouverture de la porte arrête la diffusion de l'œuvre multi sensorielle (arrêt de la diffusion vidéo, sonore, olfactive, ...) par détection au moyen de capteurs appropriés. Cette ouverture permet l'accès aux éléments internes du dispositif, à savoir les moyens informatiques (5) pour la programmation, la mise à jour, ... , les moyens de diffusion d'odeurs (3) pour en changer les réservoirs. L'utilisateur dispose ainsi d'un accès aisé et intuitif aux réservoirs d'odeurs pour les remplacer si nécessaire.With reference to FIG. 5, the screen (1) is mounted on a door (14) by means of hinges and hydraulic assistance cylinders, the power supply means (energy and data) of the screen being for example made by an electric mat located at the hinge area. The opening of the door stops the diffusion of the multi-sensory work (stopping the video broadcast, sound, olfactory, ...) by detection by means of appropriate sensors. This opening allows access to the internal elements of the device, namely the computer means (5) for programming, updating, ..., the odor diffusion means (3) for changing the reservoirs. The user thus has easy and intuitive access to the odor tanks to replace them if necessary.
Des moyens de microcontrôleurs ou informatiques permettent de détecter cette ouverture de porte et d'agir sur les moyens de diffusion d'odeurs (3) pour :Microcontroller or computer means make it possible to detect this door opening and to act on the odor diffusion means (3) for:
- mettre l'ensemble des éléments mécaniques des moyens de diffusion d'odeurs dans une position neutre de telle sorte que l'utilisateur ne puisse réaliser de fausse manœuvre et altérer ceux- ci. Par exemple, des servomoteurs sont mis dans la position dans laquelle les réservoirs sont hermétiquement fermés.- Put all the mechanical elements of the odor diffusion means in a neutral position so that the user can not make false maneuver and alter them. For example, servomotors are put in the position in which the tanks are hermetically sealed.
- verrouiller l'accès aux réservoirs/cartouches d'odeurs dans une optique de sécurité vis-à-vis de substances chimiques. Par exemple, l'utilisateur ne peut retirer simplement les réservoirs de leur emplacement. - lock access to odor tanks / cartridges for safety against chemicals. For example, the user can not simply remove the tanks from their location.

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1 - Tableau multi sensoriel caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend : . un moyen (1) d'affichage graphique, . un moyen de diffusion de son (2), . un moyen de diffusion d'une pluralité d'odeurs (3), . un moyen de réception de données numériques (4), . des moyens informatiques (5), lesdits moyens informatiques étant agencés pour piloter et synchroniser lesdits moyens d'affichage (1), de diffusion de son (2) et de diffusion d'odeurs (3).1 - Multi-sensory table characterized in that it comprises: means (1) for graphical display, sound diffusion means (2), a means for diffusing a plurality of odors (3), digital data receiving means (4), computer means (5), said computer means being arranged to control and synchronize said display means (1), sound diffusion (2) and odor diffusion (3).
2. Tableau multi sensoriel selon la revendication 1 caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend, en outre, un cadre amovible et interchangeable, afin de pouvoir le personnaliser en fonction de l'œuvre numérique multi sensorielle diffusée.2. Multi-sensory table according to claim 1 characterized in that it further comprises a removable and interchangeable frame, in order to customize it according to the digital multi-sensory work broadcast.
3 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon la revendication 1 ou 2 caractérisé en ce que le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs fonctionne selon un procédé de micronisation de liquide odorant, des liquides d'odeurs différentes étant placés dans des flacons différents rechargeables ou remplaçables.3 - multi-sensory table according to claim 1 or 2 characterized in that the odor diffusion means operates according to a fragrant liquid micronization process, different odor liquids being placed in different refillable or replaceable bottles.
4 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon la revendication 1 ou 2 caractérisé en ce que le moyen de diffusion d'odeurs consiste à faire traverser un flux d'air à travers un ensemble de billes poreuses préalablement imbibées de liquides odorants, des billes d'odeurs différentes étant placées dans des réservoirs différents rechargeables ou remplaçables.4 - multi-sensory table according to claim 1 or 2 characterized in that the odor diffusion means comprises passing through a flow of air through a set of porous beads previously soaked with odorous liquids, different odor balls being placed in different refillable or replaceable tanks.
5 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4 caractérisé en ce que la source sonore du moyen de diffusion du son est pour l'essentiel masquée et qu'elle émet le son en direction d'une plaque rigide formant réflecteur (8) afin que le son puisse se propager vers le spectateur sans avoir à traverser le tableau.5 - multi-sensory table according to any one of claims 1 to 4 characterized in that the sound source of the diffusion means of the its sound is mostly masked and it emits sound towards a rigid reflector plate (8) so that the sound can spread to the viewer without having to cross the board.
6 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 5 caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend des moyens pour télécharger l'œuvre numérique multi sensorielle à diffuser, en utilisant une liaison filaire ou une liaison sans-fil de type connu.6 - Multi-sensory table according to any one of claims 1 to 5 characterized in that it comprises means for downloading the multi-sensory digital work to be broadcast, using a wired link or a wireless link of known type.
7 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6 caractérisé en ce que le moyen informatique comprend un logiciel permettant de comptabiliser le nombre de diffusions des œuvres multi sensorielles, afin d'être en mesure de calculer les rémunérations dues aux créateurs au titre de leurs droits d'auteurs.7 - multi-sensory table according to any one of claims 1 to 6 characterized in that the computer means comprises a software for counting the number of diffusions of multi-sensory works, in order to be able to calculate the remuneration due to creators under their copyrights.
8 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7 caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend un moyen mécanique permettant d'orienter automatiquement le tableau en format portrait, paysage ou diagonale, piloté par le moyen informatique en fonction de commandes contenues dans l'œuvre numérique multi sensorielle.8 - multi-sensory table according to any one of claims 1 to 7 characterized in that it comprises a mechanical means for automatically orienting the table in portrait, landscape or diagonal, driven by the computer according to orders contained in the multi-sensory digital work.
9 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 8 caractérisé en ce que le moyen informatique comprend un logiciel de décryptage d'œuvres numériques multi sensorielle préalablement cryptées, afin d'être en mesure d'interdire la diffusion d'une œuvre multi sensorielle aux utilisateurs ne disposant pas de la clé logicielle de décryptage.9 - multi-sensory table according to any one of claims 1 to 8 characterized in that the computer means comprises a decryption software digital multi-sensorial works previously encrypted, in order to be able to prohibit the dissemination of a multi-sensorial work for users who do not have the decryption software key.
10 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend des moyens de conduit10 - Multi-sensory table according to any one of the preceding claims characterized in that it comprises conduit means
(11) d'un flux d'air chargé en molécules d'odeur traversant lesdits moyens de diffusion d'odeurs (3), lesdits moyens de conduit (11) comprenant un orifice de sortie (9) situé en dessous dudit écran (1) et sensiblement orienté vers le haut.(11) an air stream charged with odor molecules passing through said odor diffusion means (3), said conduit means (11) comprising an outlet orifice (9) located below said screen (1) and substantially facing upwards.
11 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce que ledit orifice de sortie (9) fait, par rapport à l'horizontale, un angle non nul vers le haut en direction d'un spectateur.11 - Multi-sensory table according to the preceding claim, characterized in that said outlet orifice (9) is, relative to the horizontal, a non-zero angle upward towards a viewer.
12 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que ledit écran (1) est monté sur une porte (14) montée en pivot par rapport au cadre (6), lequel comprend l'ensemble des moyens informatiques (5), de diffusion d'odeurs (3), de diffusion de son (2), de réception de données numériques.12 - multi-sensory table according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said screen (1) is mounted on a door (14) pivotally mounted relative to the frame (6), which comprises all the computer means (5), odor diffusion (3), sound diffusion (2), digital data reception.
13 - Tableau multi sensoriel selon la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend des moyens aptes à mettre, lorsque la porte (14) est ouverte relativement audit cadre (6), lesdits moyens de diffusion d'odeurs (3) en position neutre et à verrouiller lesdits réservoirs desdits moyens de diffusion d'odeurs (3).13 - multi-sensory table according to the preceding claim, characterized in that it comprises means adapted to put, when the door (14) is open relative to said frame (6), said odor diffusion means (3) in position neutral and to lock said reservoirs of said odor diffusion means (3).
14 - Dispositif composé d'une pluralité de tableaux multi sensoriels selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 13 communicant via un réseau de télécommunication classique avec un serveur informatique distant, permettant de télédiffuser en différents lieux depuis un serveur unique des œuvres numériques multi sensorielles.14 - Device consisting of a plurality of multi-sensory tables according to any one of claims 1 to 13 communicating via a conventional telecommunication network with a remote computer server, for broadcasting in different locations from a single server multi-sensory digital works .
15 - Dispositif composé d'une pluralité de tableaux multi sensoriels selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 13, communicant entre eux par liaison filaire ou par liaison sans fil, permettant de diffuser dans une même salle des œuvres multi sensorielles multi tableaux. 16 - Base de données logicielle destinée à concevoir des œuvres multi sensorielles destinées aux tableaux multi sensoriels selon l'une des revendications 1 à 15. 15 - Device consisting of a plurality of multi-sensory tables according to any one of claims 1 to 13, communicating with each other by wire bond or wireless link, for broadcasting in the same room multi-sensory multi-table works. 16 - Software database for designing multi-sensory works for multi-sensory arrays according to one of claims 1 to 15.
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