JP2006055302A - Aromatic apparatus with sound information - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an aromatic apparatus with sound information, which enables a user to optionally utilize sound or aroma, and to enjoy the combination of sound and aroma according to his/her taste. <P>SOLUTION: The aromatic apparatus with the sound information has an acoustic device 2 for selecting the sound information and an aromatic device 6 for selecting the aroma. Additionally, the aromatic apparatus has a control device 10 for storing a plurality of combination modes of the sound information and aroma and putting out a command signal for selecting the sound information and aroma according to the content of a designated mode to the devices 2 and 6. Operation of a switch of the control device 10 allows the optional use of the sound or aroma, so that an environment is created immediately in which the user is relaxed. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention provides a comfortable and healthy living space by selecting sound information such as music and radio broadcasting and each of a plurality of types of fragrances according to preference and using them alone or in combination. The present invention relates to an aroma device with sound information that can be used.

In the invention described in Patent Document 1, when a customer puts a hand on a test sample on a sample stand in a display shelf such as a cosmetic product, the sensing means senses this and displays an image related to the test sample, and simultaneously displays the image on the image. The explanation of the linked product is made by voice from the speaker, and the scent of the product corresponding to the test sample is generated from the fragrance device.
This allows consumers to see, hear, and smell the correct product information directly, without having to use a large number of test samples for product selection. Yes.

Moreover, in the invention described in Patent Document 2, a fragrance generator is constituted by a storage container in which a fragrance liquid mixed with a fragrance component extract is stored, and a piezoelectric vibrator on the upper side of the container. Yes. The piezoelectric vibrator has electrodes disposed on both sides of a porous piezoelectric element. When a voltage is applied between the two electrodes, the piezoelectric element vibrates and the aromatic liquid is vaporized and stored by cavitation. The pressure in the container is increased, and the fragrance is diffused to the outside through the porous passage of the piezoelectric element.
Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 11-76016 Japanese Patent Publication No. 6-24581

  However, in the invention of Patent Document 1, when a sample is specified, the explanation by video and audio related to this and the same scent description as the designated sample are performed, and these are uniquely associated with the sample. To be determined. Therefore, selection and usage modes according to the user's preference were not obtained.

  In addition, in the invention of Patent Document 2, by controlling the voltage applied between both electrodes of the piezoelectric element, the generation of fragrance is controlled, and the realization of a long fragrance life and excellent responsiveness are ensured. Like to do. However, this fragrance generating device can only be used as a fragrance alone and cannot be used comfortably by co-starring with sound.

  The present invention is obtained by improving and removing the above in view of the above-described problems, and allows sound and scent to be used arbitrarily and selectively, so that sound and scent can be played together according to user's preference. It is intended to provide an aroma device with sound information that can be enjoyed.

  Thus, the means of claim 1 employed by the present invention to solve the above problems includes a vibration generating element, a fragrance device that generates a scent by receiving vibration generated by the vibration generating element, and a vibration generating element. A fragrance device with sound information, comprising: a diaphragm that generates a sound upon receiving vibration; and an output device that outputs a sound information signal to a vibration generating element.

  According to a second aspect of the present invention, a plurality of the fragrance devices, a sound information selection device for selecting a channel of sound information to be input to the output device, and the vibration generating element and each fragrance device are provided. The fragrance device with sound information according to claim 1, further comprising: a vibration transmission switching device that transmits the vibration generated by the vibration generating element to the fragrance device corresponding to the channel selected by the sound information selection device.

  In the invention of claim 1, since sound information can be generated by the vibration generating element, and at the same time, a scent can be generated by vibration of the vibration generating element. It is possible to enjoy a combination of

  In the invention of claim 2, any combination of a plurality of types of fragrance and sound information is possible. For example, the vibration transmission switching device is memorized in a plurality of modes, and this is stored in the sense of the season, morning, daytime , Can be selected and used as appropriate according to the situation such as evening. Therefore, it is possible to use comfortably according to personal preference, and to use healthily.

  The configuration of the present invention will be described below based on the embodiment of the invention shown in the drawings. FIG. 1 shows a case where the present invention is applied to a vanity 1, wherein FIG. 1 (A) is a front view and FIG. 1 (B) is a side view. As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, for example, a vibration output actuator 3 (see FIG. 3) using a vibration generating element such as a giant magnetostrictive element or a piezoelectric element as a sound generator of the acoustic device 2 is used. This is attached to the back side of the front door 4 </ b> A of the wash cabinet 4 and the back side of the lighting cover 5. The vibration output actuator 3 generates a sound by vibrating the surface material on the back side of the front door 4A and the lighting cover 5 itself. The vibration output actuator 3 resonates with the space for installing the lighting fixture and the specific frequency. Vibration can be amplified and a considerable loud sound can be generated. Thus, in the present embodiment, the surface material of the front door 4A and the illumination cover 5 itself are used as a diaphragm.

  Note that the acoustic device 2 of the vanity table 1 appropriately selects a frequency range that can be vibrated by selecting the hardness of the material such as the surface material of the front door 4 </ b> A that is vibrated by the actuator 3 and the lighting cover 5 itself. it can. For example, the vibration member made of the hard resin lighting cover 5 itself or the resin part of the mirror cabinet can produce a high sound range, and conversely, the vibration member made of the surface material of the soft wooden front door 4A can reduce the low sound range. Can be put out. By oscillating a plurality of vibration members made of materials having different hardness by different actuators 3, it is possible to provide an acoustic device 2 that emits sound over a wide sound range from a low sound range to a high sound range.

  In this embodiment, a fragrance device 6 capable of selecting a scent is installed on the lower end surface of the mirror cabinet 7. The mirror cabinet 7 is located in the middle part of the body (corresponding to the stomach) for those who use the vanity 1 so that the scent that diverges can be naturally felt. Thus, the fragrance device 6 has a region divided into a plurality of sections, and a plurality of types of fragrances are stored in each section. These fragrances generate fragrance when heated, and the fragrance of each fragrance is controlled by turning on / off the heaters in each section.

  The acoustic device 2 and the fragrance device 6 are controlled by a control unit 10. This control unit 10 has a central processing unit (CPU) and a storage unit inside, and by operating the push button of the switch 11, it is possible to select a sound or fragrance and set a selection mode according to the type of combination. Or can be memorized. In addition, the control unit 10 connects a memory stick type multi-function digital audio player to the USB port so that sound information such as AM radio, FM radio, MP3, music information stored in the memory unit, comics, rakugo, It is possible to select a channel and enter information in lectures, foreign language teaching materials and other languages. That is, the control unit 10 functions as an output device that outputs a sound information signal to the actuator 3 and a sound information selection device, and also has a function as a switching device for selecting sound information and selecting a fragrance type. Yes.

  Next, the usage aspect of the vanity 1 comprised in this way is demonstrated. First, the user selects a favorite fragrance and sound information to be heard and uses them alone or in combination. The selection may be performed by operating the switch 11. Thus, for example, if you select a refreshing marine scent in the morning and select the channel to send sound information such as news or classical music, you can comfortably perform operations such as washing your face and brushing your teeth on the vanity 1. Can be done, refreshing the mind and body, and excellent health. The selection of the scent and sound information may be realized by reading a preset mode from the storage unit of the CPU.

  FIG. 2 relates to the second embodiment of the present invention, and is applied to a vanity 14 having an upper cabinet 12 and a side cabinet 13. The figure (A) of the figure is a front view, and the figure (B) is a side view. As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, the vibration output actuator 3 as a sound generator installed on the back side of the lighting cover 5 of the first embodiment is connected to the front door 12A of the upper cabinet 12. It is installed on the back side. Further, the control unit 10 and the switch 11 are installed in the side cabinet 13. The switch 13 may be installed on the outer surface side of the front door 13A of the side cabinet 13 in consideration of operability. Other configurations and basic functions and effects are the same as those of the first embodiment.

FIG. 3 relates to the third embodiment of the present invention. The vibration output actuator 3 as a sound generator and the fragrance device 15 are arranged on the back side of the same plate material (such as a cabinet door) 16. It is attached. In this case, when the fragrance device 15 generates sound, the vibration output actuator 3 vibrates the plate material 16 so that the fragrance device 15 itself also vibrates. I try to diverge. In order to enjoy a plurality of scents, a large number of combinations of the fragrance device 15 and the vibration output actuator 3 are provided and installed on separate cabinet doors or the like so that vibrations do not interfere with each other. In order to transmit vibration to the corresponding fragrance device 15, the actuator 3 selected by the vibration transmission switching device can be switched to output sound information.
Other basic configurations may be the same as those in the first and second embodiments.

  FIG. 4 relates to the fourth embodiment of the present invention and is a front view showing a case where the present invention is applied to a toilet room. The Western-style toilet 17 is provided with a washing water tank 18 on the upper surface of the rear part of the toilet body, and a counter 19 and a storage box 20 are installed so as to cover the washing tank 18. And the vibration output actuator 3 as a sound generator is attached to the back side of the front door 20A of the storage box 20. The control unit 10 is installed inside the storage box 20, the switch 11 is installed on the outer surface side of the front door 20 </ b> A, and the fragrance device 6 is installed on the lower end surface side of the storage box 20.

  The toilet user operates the switch 11 before sitting on the toilet seat and sends a command to the control unit 10 so that the desired sound information and scent can be obtained. I have control. For example, as the sound information, FM radio music information is converted into a vibration signal and output to the vibration output actuator 3, and the front door 20A is vibrated to play FM radio music. Also, as the scent information, since different types of fragrances are stored in a plurality of divided areas, the selected types of fragrances are heated and specified by specifying the areas and heating them. A fragrance is generated. The air freshener is heated by turning on / off the heaters in each section.

Therefore, the toilet user can add comfort while listening to favorite sound information and enjoying a favorite fragrance, and can use comfortably.
In the toilet room, the acoustic device 2, the fragrance device 6, the control unit 10, and the switch 11 can be installed in the main body 9A of the hot water toilet cleaning device 9.

  FIG. 5 relates to a fifth embodiment of the present invention and is a perspective view showing a case where the present invention is applied to a bathroom. In the bathroom, it is necessary to install the acoustic device 2 and the fragrance device 6 so that they are not exposed to water. In this embodiment, the back side of the front plate 22A of the counter 22 installed between the back of the bathtub 21 and the wall surface. The vibration output actuator 3 of the acoustic device 2 is attached, the control unit 10 and the switch 11 (both not shown) are installed in the storage box 23, and the fragrance device 6 is installed on the lower end side of the shelf plate 24. ing. The control unit 10 is instructed to operate the switch 11 so that desired sound information and scent can be obtained, and the control unit 10 controls the acoustic device 2 and the fragrance device 6 in the fourth embodiment. It is the same as the case of form.

FIG. 1 shows a vanity according to the first embodiment of the present invention, in which FIG. (A) is a front view of the vanity and FIG. (B) is a side view. FIG. 2 shows a vanity according to a second embodiment of the present invention, in which FIG. (A) is a front view of the vanity and FIG. (B) is a side view. It is a top view which concerns on the 3rd Embodiment of this invention, and shows the case where the actuator for vibration output and the fragrance apparatus are attached to the same board | plate material. It is a front view of the toilet room which concerns on the 4th Embodiment of this invention and looked at the western style toilet bowl from the front side. It is a 5th Embodiment of this invention, and is the whole bathroom perspective view.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Vanity table, 2 ... Sound apparatus, 3 ... Actuator for vibration output, 4 ... Wash cabinet, 4A ... Front plate of wash cabinet, 5 ... Illumination cover, 6 ... Fragrance device, 8 ... Illumination device, 9 ... Light emission Diode, 10 ... control unit, 11 ... switch

Claims (2)

A vibration generating element, a fragrance device that generates a scent by receiving vibration generated by the vibration generating element, a diaphragm that generates sound by receiving vibration generated by the vibration generating element, and an output device that outputs a sound information signal to the vibration generating element; A fragrance device with sound information, comprising: A plurality of fragrance devices, a sound information selection device for selecting a channel of sound information to be input to the output device, and a vibration generating element provided between the fragrance generating device and each fragrance device, and the vibration generated by the vibration generating element as sound information. The fragrance device with sound information according to claim 1, further comprising: a vibration transmission switching device that transmits the fragrance device corresponding to the channel selected by the selection device.

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