JP5252161B2 - Scent-related information presentation device - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a scent-related information presentation device that presents audiovisual information related to a scent by using identification information provided on the scent discharge.

Techniques related to so-called emotional education in which an infant or a child is interested in, learns, and memorizes incense are partially disclosed in the following documents.

Tomi-3072098 discloses a fragrant fabric in which fruits and flowers are displayed on a cloth such as a towel and microcapsules are dispersed and fixed to the display fiber.

The children's interest is related to the pattern of the towel and the scent, but there is no development of stimuli that deepen knowledge and interest, and interest is limited. In addition, the fragrance is not mixed with a single towel, but there is a problem that the fragrance is mixed when a plurality of towels are stacked.

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-004151 discloses a Carta style instruction book describing a poem for a pregnant woman to talk to the fetus. The instruction book can print a figure or characters using perfume ink, or can put perfume into a microcapsule and print the ink containing the microcapsule. The microcapsules are broken by rubbing to release perfume.

It seems to be effective for relaxation of pregnant women with scents, but there is no function to make fragrances the subject of interest and to learn and memorize various knowledge.

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 09-140949 discloses a toy that applies a scent type comprising a scent generating part (A) and an identification part (B) that symbolizes the scent identification feature that is complementary to the scent generation part (A) as a shape. Is disclosed. The fragrance name is displayed on the back of (B). The user is presented with (A) and (B) separately and arranged to match. The means for confirming whether or not they actually match is performed by a combination of the concavo-convex portions formed in advance in (A) and (B).

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-043333 discloses an olfactory set for learning and storing a scent by a simple method. In the olfactory set, a scent diffuser and a scent display sheet are prepared separately, and make the user think about the correspondence. Whether the correspondence is the same is confirmed by a symbol (number, figure, Braille symbol, or voice) attached to both.

It is very similar to Kumika, one of the Muromachi period scents. Gumi incense is a play that presents a plurality of scents and matches a scent name or image that matches the image with something like a bill. Interest in fragrance spread and became popular at the time. "Ujiyama perfume" that hits five kinds of fragrances is known in the literature and is still in use today.

In Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open Nos. 09-140949 and 2004-000433, comparing the means for confirming the coincidence between the fragrance generation part and the fragrance name, the former uses a combination mechanism consisting of uneven parts, and the latter uses symbols such as numbers and patterns. Although there are features to be used, many of these features are nominal scales generally used in the past. Moreover, since it is hardware-like and a symbol is determined in advance, flexibility is applied. Further, there is a problem that the amount of information is limited. Therefore, it is insufficient when developing emotional education.

The latter document describes a concept that may display voice and Braille, voice and picture, and the like. It is presumed to be an application that presses buttons etc. to display voice and picture, smell the corresponding scent, and memorize the voice and picture information, but the method of controlling the correspondence between these media presentation methods and fragrance presentation methods There is no disclosure.

If the user presses the button corresponding to the presentation information such as voice or design, and finds and smells the fragrance corresponding to the presentation information from the fragrance case, the relationship between the fragrance and the presentation information is unique and flexible. Call it. Audiovisual information about fragrances cannot be presented progressively (programmably) one after another based on prior promises. There are also restrictions in creating educational problems to deepen understanding of the perfume. For example, it is difficult to implement complicated application tasks such as automatically presenting correct answer information and misunderstanding information as a set.

In order to improve the creativity and exploration of infants and children through scents, it is important to realize a means for flexibly providing audiovisual information related to fragrances.
Tomi-3072098 JP-A-2005-004151 JP 09-140949 A JP2004000433 Japanese Patent Application 2002-329005

The present invention is to present audiovisual information corresponding to a scent automatically in response to a scent discharge operation by a user in a scent related information presentation device mainly for the purpose of scent education. Specific challenges are: (1) Give flexibility to the association, present related information one after another, (2) Search related information automatically, (3) Education to deepen understanding of fragrance Automatic generation of a typical problem, for example, automatically generating a correct / incorrect fragrance selection problem, (4) realizing a real scent presentation suitable for fragrance education, (5) performing scent presentation control in conjunction with audiovisual information, Etc.

<Means 1>
For example, the scent-related information presentation device of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS.

A scent discharge (8), a means (MEM) for storing visual information or auditory information related to the scent in correspondence with an address, a means for associating the scent discharge with the visual or auditory information, Means (20) for presenting the associated visual or auditory information ,
The association means includes identification information (KEI) provided in the scent discharge (8), means (3) for reading the identification information, and the identification information (KEI) as the storage means (MEM). Information processing means (30) for converting the address information (AKI) into
The information processing means has an interface (HI) for a user to select a menu of the visual information or auditory information, and the interface corresponds to the address information (AKI) from the identification information (KEI) corresponding to the menu selection. The function of switching a plurality of conversion routes to the user, the conversion route is a user whose relationship between the scent of the scent discharge (8) and visual information or auditory information is changed from direct information to peripheral information. The menu is structured so as to motivate the user to select a menu item, and is configured to enhance the knowledge related to the scent of the user.

As shown in FIG. 2 (B), hierarchization of the route can be hierarchized from information directly to the fragrance to peripheral information. For example, in the case of apples, from direct information such as “Fuji Ringoen”, as peripheral information, “Aomori Ringo”, “World Ringo”, “Apples and Animals”, “Poems on Ringo”, “Apples” You can go spread like cooking, "which was used. If users are interested in scents, they can start with direct information about scents and gradually expand their knowledge to peripheral information.

The identification information (KEI) can be stored in an integrated memory circuit provided in the scent discharge.

The scent release material may be a scent release mechanism (8) that accumulates fragrance and releases the fragrance little by little, or a card (10a, 10b in FIG. 5), figurine, picture book (FIG. 7 ( B)).

Moreover, it is desirable to comprise with the raw material which electromagnetics pass. Use building blocks (BLK1, BLK2) using natural wood as shown in Fig. 9 (B), or toys such as cars and fruits using cotton as shown in Figs. 8 (E) and (F). Can do. As the scent release material, identification information can be provided on a part of the integrated product.

In the method of accumulating fragrance in the fragrance release mechanism, gel fragrance is put in a container (Ga in FIG. 9), a liquid fragrance is placed in the container, and a lid through which gas is passed is provided. Occlusion (for example, Japanese Patent Application No. 2002-329005) can be used.

The identification information (KEI) and address information (AKI) may have a one-to-one, one-to-n, m-to-one, or m-to-n relationship. m and n are integers.

As shown in FIG. 2B, the information processing means (30) can select or generate route information from the identification information (KEI) to the address information (AKI) from prestored data. . The generation includes a search process using a scent name, a scent component, or scent-related information as a keyword, and extracting the address information (AKI).

The address information (AKI) means a read address of the DVD when visual information or auditory information is stored on a digital video disc (DVD), and the visual information or auditory information is on the Internet. Means a URL or the like.

The menu selection can be automatically set to a specific menu by default (preliminary setting). For example, it can be set so that specific address information is selected if the user does not perform any particular operation.

In the conversion process, address information corresponding to the menu is listed in advance, and the list can be displayed on the screen.

The conversion process can be searched using a name corresponding to the identification information (KEI). The names can be listed in advance, and a search expression can be automatically generated by combining the names of the lists.

As shown in FIG. 4, the identification information (KEI) is hierarchized (KEI, KEI-A, B, C), and when the menu is selected, a combination of the identification information is automatically generated. Search processing may be performed using the combination of identification information, and address information (AKI) of visual information or auditory information may be extracted.

<Means 2>
For example, the scent-related information presentation device of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

In the apparatus according to the means 1, the menu selection interface (HI) displays a menu with a high and low association between the scent of the scent discharge (8) and the visual information or auditory information as a set. It has a function of creating a knowledge problem related to the scent .

The scent is associated with visual information or auditory information. When the scent identification information (KEI) is converted into address information (AKI) of visual information or auditory information, identification of another scent having an attribute close to the scent. Address information (AKI-X) corresponding to the information (KEI-X) may be selected.

A plurality of audiovisual information that is not deeply related can be associated. Further, it can be configured such that correctness / incorrectness can be answered from the menu selection interface for the association.

<Means 3>
For example, the scent-related information presentation device of the present invention will be described in association with FIG. 5, FIG. 6, and FIG.

In any one of the means 1 or 2, the scent discharge (10a, 10b) includes a card (1a, 1b) on which images or characters (4a, 4b) relating to the scent are described. It is composed of a flat-shaped fragrance release mechanism (8a, 8b) and an identification information storage device (5a, 5b) that are integrally attached to the card, and is related to the information so as to supplement the image or character information of the card. In order to present the visual information or the auditory information, the identification information (KEI) is read, and conversion from the identification information (KEI) to the address information (AKI) is performed.

The scent release mechanism (8a, 8b) has a flat shape as shown in FIGS. 5, 6, and 7, and the scent release mechanism mounting holes (9a, 9b in FIG. 5) provided in the card (1a, 1b). ) Can be embedded and used.

As shown in FIG. 7, the identification information (KEI) is stored in an integrated memory circuit (5a, 5b). The integrated circuit and an antenna (ANT) for supplying power to the integrated memory circuit and reading the information. ) Can be provided in the cards (1a, 1b).

In order to show the correspondence between the fragrance release mechanism (8a, 8b) and the card (1a, 1b), as shown in FIG. -B) can be added.

As shown in FIGS. 6C, 6D, and 6E, the fragrance release mechanism (8a) includes a flat fragrance storage container (08aA), a fragrance storage mechanism (11), and a small air hole (Air). A cover plate (12a) provided with a large number, an integrated memory circuit (2a), and an antenna (ANT) for supplying power to the integrated memory circuit and reading information.

<Means 4>
For example, the scent-related information presentation device of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 9 and 10.

In any of the apparatus according to the means 3 from the unit 1, the fragrance emission (92,98,28), the identification information storage device (2) is incorporated, vaporization promoting perfume in the scent emissions Means (Coil, 40, HT2, 75) are provided, and when visual information or auditory information related to fragrance is presented based on the menu selection, the related visual information is based on the identification information. Or the fragrance | flavor vaporization promotion means is controlled according to the expression of auditory information (Driv, Con1, Con2, Con3).

It is desirable that scent-related information is presented based on the identification information (KEI), and the fragrance vaporization promoting means is controlled in accordance with the presentation. As the perfume vaporization promoting means, an electromagnetic induction heating means, an ultrasonic atomizing means, an electrostatic atomizing means, an airflow generating means, an instantaneous airflow generating means, an electric heater or the like can be used. Of course, these may be used in combination.

< Effects of Means 1 or 2 >
As shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 3, the scent discharge product (8) and means (20) for presenting visual information or auditory information in association with the scent are presented. The identification information (KEI) provided in the scent discharge (8) is read (3), and the identification information is converted into address information (AKI) of the visual information or auditory information. Since it is implemented by means (30), it is possible to present scent-related information with high flexibility. Compared with a method of presenting image information and text information using a conventional card, it is much more flexible.

Examples of scent-related information include, for example, the scent of apples, what kind of apples the scent is, where they are grown, how they are harvested, where they are produced, and where they use apples There are various things such as what is there, what kind of poetry about apple is, what kind of animal apple is liked. Therefore, it is inefficient to present all of these information in books or cards, but in the present invention, answers to the above questions can be presented in video, sound, and voice. Audiovisual information can be downloaded from the Internet.

As described above, since information related to scents can be presented hierarchically, the learner can select items of interest one after another, so that knowledge related to scents can be enhanced.

The identification information (KEI) is stored in the integrated circuit (2) provided in the scent discharge (8), but the identification information is stored in a small integrated circuit that supplies power from the outside because the amount of information is small. it can. The integrated circuit can be manufactured at low cost, and can be mounted on a part constituting the scent discharge, such as a container or its lid. Further, by providing means for converting the identification information into address information, it is possible to deal with various questions as described above.

The main purpose of the present invention is fragrance education. When the user is asked a question about fragrance and answered, options can be prepared. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, it is possible to ask a question such as “Please respond to which of the next flowers this odor corresponds to” by presenting the scent of roses and turning the answer down.

Usually, since there are not so many options for making a question, it is practical to create a database of route information from the scent identification information (KEI) to the address information (AKI) of the audiovisual information in advance. If it is a four-choice problem, four route information may be prepared for one scent. A method in which the user selects the route information using the menu selection interface can measure knowledge about the fragrance, and is suitable for fragrance education.

In the example of FIG. 3, the user tries to select the correct combination by combining the scent from the scent discharge (8) with the old memory. In the example of the figure, the scent of roses and the audiovisual information of the rose garden are correct. This problem stimulates the hippocampus, which controls brain memory, and the amygdala, which controls emotion. It is also effective in improving dementia.

Further, when it is desired to investigate the scent-related information in detail by free learning or the like, as shown in FIG. 2, link information can be selected from a database prepared in advance using the scent identification information. The link information corresponds to a scent name, a scent component, and other related information. When the link information is used as a menu and the user selects some of them as search keywords, a search process is performed, and address information of audiovisual information is obtained. The user can acquire the peripheral information of the scent according to the interest.

As shown in FIG. 4, when the identification information (KEI) is hierarchized and stored in the integrated circuit, more various audiovisual information can be presented using the hierarchy. Fine fragrance education is possible.

For example, in FIG. 4, if “basic identification information” (for example, 123 apples) is selected as a hierarchy, an image of apple orchard is presented, and if “attribute 1 (production area)” is selected, the growth of apples is sweetened. By presenting the process with video and audio, and selecting “Attribute 3 (Effectiveness / Usage)”, it is possible to present the fragrance production process, the usage method, and the efficacy of the ingredient. The user can acquire appropriate audiovisual information according to the purpose. Moreover, it is easy to create the teaching material content as described above by hierarchizing.

Since the amount of identification information is small, it does not become large even if hierarchized. It can be sufficiently stored in a small integrated circuit of several hundred bits.

The fragrance is sensitive and difficult to express in words. Therefore, even if the user is interested in the fragrance, the motivation for investigating details is unlikely to occur. However, in the present invention, as described above, the route information for accessing the audiovisual information from the identification information can be selected from the menu selection interface, so that the user is motivated to investigate. . An interface using scent affordance can be realized.

As shown in FIG. 1 (B), since the integrated memory circuit (2) and the antenna (ANT) are provided at the lower part of the bottle-type scent discharge mechanism (8) which is a scent discharge, the scent discharge Is placed on the identification information reading device (15), and the scent identification information (KEI) stored in the integrated storage circuit is read.

After the scent identification information (KEI) is once read, the user can view the audiovisual information while picking up the scent discharge (8) and sniffing the scent.

Moreover, as shown in FIG. 1A, when a plurality of scent discharges (8, 8e) are placed on 15, information related to these scents can be automatically extracted and presented. For example, when apple scent discharge and cinnamon scent discharge are placed, information on apple pie is extracted and presented.

<Effects of means 3>
As shown in FIG. 5, the scent release mechanism (8a, 8b) is used as a scent discharge (10a, 10b) by mounting it in the hole (9a, 9b) provided in the card (1a, 1b) explaining the scent. it can. An image or characters (4a, 4b) related to the scent can be written on the card.

If the fragrance release mechanism (8a, 8b) is flat, it can be mounted so as to fit within the thickness of the card. Also, since it can be removed, if the incense becomes weak, it can be replaced with a new one.

If a plurality of scent release mechanisms (8a, 8b) and a plurality of scent explanation cards (1, 1b) are prepared separately, the user can be made to think about combinations. The user smells the scents 8a and 8b, looks at the cards 1a and 1b, and selects a combination. Next, when the user places the scent discharge material with the scent release mechanism mounted on the card on the identification information reading device (15), the audiovisual information presentation device (20) displays video, sound related to the scent. Is presented. Therefore, the user can check whether the combination is correct or incorrect by comparing the image of the scent information presenting card with the video presented on 20.

As shown in FIG. 6, in the card-type scent discharge, the identification means includes a first identification means (integrated memory circuit 2a) for the fragrance release mechanism (8a) and a second identification means (for the fragrance explanation card (1a)). An integrated memory circuit 5a) can be provided. As described above, in the teaching method in which the fragrance release mechanism is attached to the card and learned, the match between the two can be determined by placing the attached card on the identification information reading device (15). Moreover, it can explain using an audiovisual information presentation apparatus (20) according to a matching degree.

In the present invention, since the audiovisual information presentation device (20) presents various information related to the scent, there is an effect of increasing not only the correct answer of the combination but also knowledge related to the scent. Since the peripheral information described in the scent explanation card can be presented to 20 one after another, the user's willingness to learn is improved and knowledge is deepened.

As shown in FIG. 7, a plurality of card-type scent discharges (10a, 10b, 10c) equipped with a scent release mechanism can be bound. The user sniffs the scent and looks at the scent description card to confirm simple information about the scent. If you are interested, if you close the pen-shaped identification information reader (TOM) to the integrated memory circuit (2a, 2b) of the scent release mechanism or the integrated memory circuit (5a, 5b) provided in the card, The audiovisual information presentation device (20) presents video and audio related to the scent. Each time you turn a page of a book, you will be presented with a scent and audio-visual stimulus, so it will be easy to remember and deepen your knowledge. Effective for emotional education using incense.

The card-type scent discharge shown in FIG. 5, FIG. 6, and FIG. 7 is effective in nurturing emotions when used for early childhood education and primary education. For example, learn the smell of flowers and grass with a photo. It is effective for memorizing typical stores and rural images.

As shown in FIGS. 6C, 6D, and 6E, the scent discharge mechanism (8a) includes a flat fragrance storage container (8aA) and a cover plate with air holes (12a) for releasing the vaporized scent. ), It is thin. Accordingly, the area where the fragrance is vaporized is large and the fragrance release efficiency is large, and a sufficient amount of fragrance stimulation can be presented with a small amount of fragrance.

Moreover, since the cross-sectional area is large, an antenna (ANT) for reading power and reading information can be attached to the bottom (fragrance storage container 8aA) or top (cover plate 12a). Since the contact area between the antenna (ANT) and the identification information reading circuit (3) is large, the electromagnetic coupling is high. Information in the integrated memory circuit (2) can be efficiently read with less power.

The scent releasing mechanism (8a) having the structure of FIG. 6 can be thinned to a thickness of about 2 mm, and thus can be incorporated into various types. When installed in a card, it is effective as a fragrance teaching material as described above. Moreover, since the cover board (12a) of the said scent discharge | release mechanism can rotate the position of a hole, a scent can be shown to a user as needed.

<Effects of Mean 4>
As shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, since the fragrance vaporization promoting means is controlled based on the identification information stored in the scent discharge (92, 98, 28), the olfactory stimulus is not too strong and weak. However, it is possible to appropriately present the release timing appropriately.

For example, when presenting scent-related information as a video, the timing of presentation is important. It is much more effective to present a clear scent at the point where the image represents the scent than to present the scent while the image is presented. In the present invention, since the basic information and attribute information of the scent is known as the scent identification information, the fragrance vaporization promoting means can be controlled under optimum conditions when presenting the audiovisual information. Therefore, the interest and understanding of the user's scent increase, and the educational effect is also high.

FIG. 1 is a scent-related information presentation apparatus using a bottle-type scent discharge mechanism according to a first embodiment of the present invention. (A) is a figure which shows a basic composition.

In the same figure, 8 and 8e are scent discharge | emissions, The bottle-type scent discharge | release mechanism which accumulate | stores a fragrance | flavor and discharges little by little is used. Reference numeral 2 denotes an integrated memory circuit storing the identification information KEI, ANT denotes an antenna for receiving power and reading / writing signals, 3 denotes a circuit for reading the identification information, and 15 denotes an identification information reading device.

20 is a means for presenting visual information or auditory information, 14 is a video presentation device, MEM is a storage device, and address information AKI of audiovisual information is stored in a table format (Table). DVDs can be used. An information processing apparatus 30 converts the identification information KEI into address information AKI of audiovisual information. 31 is a communication device with the Internet or the like. 4Mov indicates a scent-related video or a scent-related sound.

FIG. 1 (B) shows the structure of the scent discharge 8. 50 is a perfume storage container, d is a liquid perfume, 53 is a perfume-sucking porous material, 56 is a mechanism for stopping the perfume from flowing out, 51 is a scent take-out part, 54 is a port for supplying the perfume to 7d, 7d is a liquid occlusion A mesh mechanism, 12d is a cover plate with an air hole for extracting fragrance, and Air is an air hole. Reference numeral 55 denotes a screw for attaching 51 to 50. Reference numeral 52 denotes a lid, which indicates that it is an apple fragrance.

The cover plate 12d with air holes is designed so that the inner hole of the plate is widened and the outer hole is narrowed so that the liquid occluded in 7d is easily vaporized. For example, the mechanism disclosed in Japanese Patent Application No. 2002-329005 can be used.

The fragrance | flavor d is spread | diffused to 7d along 53, is vaporized, and is discharge | released by the path | route shown by the dashed-dotted line Fg.

The operation will be described. In FIG. 1 (A), when 8 is placed on 15, since an AC electromagnetic field is emitted from 15 to the top, ANT captures the electromagnetic wave. The AC electricity generated by the mutual induction is rectified and used as driving power for the two. Further, since a signal can be carried on the electromagnetic wave, communication between 3 and 2 is possible.

It is assumed that the identification information KEI of the fragrance d is stored in advance in 2. If 8 is placed on 15, KEI is read by 3. KEI is sent to 30.

Reference numeral 30 refers to the conversion table stored in the MEM and searches for a predetermined AKI from the KEI. In this way, after the information is converted from KEI to AKI, audiovisual information corresponding to the address of AKI is presented. Audiovisual information can be stored in MEM. The audiovisual information 20 corresponding to AKI can be downloaded from MEM and presented to 14. In the figure, an introduction video of apple orchards is shown.

AKI means a read address of the disc when the audiovisual information is accommodated on the digital video disc, but an address for accessing the information when the audiovisual information is on the Internet. (URL etc.) may be sufficient.

Further, the identification information KEI and the address information AKI do not have to be one-to-one, and may have a one-to-n, m-to-one, or m-to-n relationship. m and n are integers.

Further, conversion from KEI to AKI includes generation of AKI by processing such as calculation of logic and estimation in addition to a method of searching by referring to a table stored in advance as described above. Shall be.

FIG. 2A shows a case where the information processing unit 30 has a menu selection interface HI. In the conversion from KEI to AKI, when there are a plurality of candidates, the candidates are displayed in 14.

FIG. 7B is a conversion table from KEI to AKI in MEM, in which conversion rules from KEI to AKI corresponding to HI menu selection operation items are recorded. Here, when the conversion from KEI to AKI is not unique, the HI is a means for human intervention to select the flow.

In the figure, it is assumed that the apple scent identification information KEI is 123. On the other hand, a plurality of addresses AKI correspond such that A01 is an apple orchard image of apple “Fuji”, A02 is an apple growth image, and A03 is a harvest image.

When the user selects the “direct information” button from the HI, an image of an apple orchard corresponding to the address A01 is presented.

When the “detailed information” button is selected, A02 and A03 correspond to each other, so that a menu of apple growth and apple harvest is displayed on the HI, and the video is presented by selecting one of them. Further, the menu display can be omitted, and videos corresponding to A02 and A03 can be presented continuously.

When the “related information” button is selected, a video explaining nature of Aomori corresponding to A11 and a video explaining apples in the world corresponding to A12 are presented.

When “link information” is selected, an address corresponding to the identification information 123 is searched from the address list of Internet-related video sites stored in advance and displayed on the HI as a menu. When the menu is selected, for example, a video about apples and animals corresponding to the Internet address Int01 is downloaded and displayed. You can also download and display content from sites that collect poems and songs about apples.

Further, when “link information” is selected, a name list may be searched from the word “apple”, which is the name of KEI, to search an Internet site.

In FIG. 2A, 8 and 8e are placed as scent discharges. Here, if 8e is the scent of cinnamon and the identification information KEI is 124, audiovisual information common to apples and cinnamon can be searched and presented.

For example, it is possible to automatically generate a logical expression for combining 123 and 124, perform fuzzy search processing, extract a video address B01 related to Apple Pie and a video address C01 related to cooking / medicine, and download and present the video.

The logical expression for combining 123 and 124 can be created according to the purpose when the identification information is subdivided by attribute.

As described above, by using the correspondence table between the identification information KEI and the address information AKI and the menu selection interface HI, it is possible to present information with high flexibility and expandability.

FIG. 3 shows an embodiment in which the menu selection interface HI is used for educational purposes.

FIG. 5B is a conversion table from KEI to AKI for creating a fragrance problem. For example, if the rose scent identification information KEI is 456, the address information AKI includes F01 corresponding to the violet flower field image, F02 corresponding to the rose garden image, F03 corresponding to the cultivation image of the ylang-ylang, Assume that F04 corresponding to a lavender field image is registered.

In HI of FIG. 3A, an example of a problem related to a scent is displayed. Since four AKIs correspond to one KEI, the HI presents the AKI video menu on 14 screens. The user sniffs the scent of the scent discharge 8 and selects a related menu. If it hits, the image of the rose garden is presented with the winning display. In the case of detachment, a display indicating detachment is performed.

The same is true for apples. With respect to the identification information 123, characters 14 of the video menus “apple,” “orange,” “peach” and “papaya” corresponding to A01, A11, A12, A13 are displayed. When a character that matches the scent is selected, pass / fail is displayed.

The correspondence problem between the scent and the audiovisual information starts with an option with a clear difference, and gradually, address information (AKI) corresponding to another scent identification information (KEI-X) having an attribute close to the scent discharge. -X) may be included in the options. The more options you have, the more difficult it becomes.

Children can learn fragrance and related information while playing. When combined with the HI in FIG. 2, when the problem is correctly answered, it becomes a motivation for further learning related knowledge. If it was wrong, try to find out why. Since information can be easily obtained, learning efficiency is good.

FIG. 4 shows an embodiment in which identification information is described hierarchically so that a wider variety of audiovisual information can be accessed.

FIG. 4A shows identification information hierarchized regarding the scent of apple. KEI is basic identification information. KEI-A is identification information regarding attribute 1 (the production area of the apple), such as 100 for Japan and 101 for Aomori. KEI-B is identification information relating to attribute 2 (image of the apple), such as 111 for a sour image, 112 for an image of the sun in a cold region, and the like. KEI-C is identification information related to attribute 3 (a fragrance compounded in the scent of the apple), meaning that 20% of fragrance a is included, 1120, meaning that fragrance b is included is 1270, and fragrance c is 10%. The included meaning is represented by 1310.

That is, regarding the scent of apple, various identification information can be given hierarchically considering its application. Such information is stored in the integrated storage device 2 of the scent discharge 8. It is read by placing 8 on 15.

FIG. 4B shows access address information AKI for audiovisual information. As in the case of FIGS. 2 and 3, video addresses stored in the MEM or Internet video addresses are tabulated.

FIG. 4C shows the processing contents of the information processing apparatus 30. The layered identification information KEI, KEI-A, KEI-B, and KEI-C stored in FIG. Information relating to the user's intention is input to the menu selection interface HI 30.

For example, from HI, a sentence such as “I want to make sweets using apples” can be input. This sentence is subjected to morphological analysis by 30 to extract words such as apple, use, sweets, and make. The attribute is referred to from the hierarchical identification information. Search terms are combined by estimating the purpose of the user using these.

That is, the scent attribute of the apple smelled by the user is a variety of Aomori with a sour taste and a strong scent. If the user's intention is added to this information, it is converted to "I want to make sweets using Aomori's sour and strong scented apples".

When searching on the Internet using this sentence, video address information of apple sweets of local cuisine in Aomori Prefecture is extracted.

Simply “I want to make sweets using apples” makes it difficult to understand what kind of apples are. It is troublesome to let the user input everything, and it is impossible to understand without knowledge of apples. In the present embodiment, the desired audiovisual information can be presented by estimating the user's intention by simply placing a predetermined apple scent discharge on 15 and simply transmitting his / her wish.

As another simpler use of the hierarchical identification information, if the hierarchy can be selected from the HI, for example, if “basic identification information” is selected, an image of an apple orchard is presented. ) ”To show the growth and sweetening process of apples with video and audio,“ Attribute 3 (perfume ratio) ”to show the fragrance manufacturing process, usage, and efficacy of ingredients, etc. Is possible.

Since the amount of identification information is small, it does not become large even if hierarchized. It can be sufficiently stored in a small integrated circuit of several hundred bits.

The fragrance is sensitive and difficult to express in words. Therefore, a human interface that estimates the user's intention and prepares a menu of various audiovisual information in advance is desirable. By combining and searching for hierarchical identification information, the user's interest is increased and the motivation to investigate is enhanced.

FIG. 5 is an example using a card-type scent discharge. FIG. 5B shows a card-type scent discharge material 10a or 10b equipped with a flat container type scent release mechanism 8a or 8b. 10a is comprised by the fragrance description card 1a and 8a. 1a is comprised with a thick paper, a plastic board, etc. about 2-3 mm. On the surface, an apple or forest pattern is shown. 9a is a hole for attaching 8a.

In 8a, an integrated memory circuit 2a and an antenna not shown in the figure are mounted.

FIG. 5A shows a state where 10a is placed on 15. The identification information KEIa of 2a is read by 3. As in the embodiment of FIG. 1, audiovisual information related to the scent is presented at 14.

In the embodiment, the cards 1a and 1b and the scent discharge mechanisms 8a and 8b can be separated to make the user think about the combination. For example, the scent of an apple can be sniffed from 8a and inserted into the picture card 1a of the apple, or the scent of a forest can be sniffed from 8b and can be inserted into the picture card 1b of the forest.

Whether the fitting is correct or not can be recognized by placing the fitted 10a on 15 so that an image of apple is displayed as correct in 14 and an image other than apple is recognized as incorrect.

Moreover, you may write in the card | curd 1a and the combination coincidence code which only a teacher understands to the fragrance discharge | release mechanism 2a. code-a indicates a code written on the apple card. This makes it easier to clean up after the child has finished playing.

The advantage of using a scented release as a card is that it is convenient to store, and you can grab a temporary image just by looking at the picture on the card. When the image swells, it is placed on 15 so that various information is presented, so that knowledge can be increased.

FIG. 6 shows the details of the scent discharge mechanism 8a used for the card-type scent discharge 10a. (A) is a state where 8a is mounted on 1a, (B) is a cross-sectional view of 10a, (C) is a cross-sectional view of 8a, (D) is a top view of 8a, and (E) is a fragrance accumulation mechanism. It is a top view.

In FIG. 6C, 8aA is a flat container for storing fragrance, 2a is a first integrated memory circuit for storing identification information KEIa relating to fragrance a, and ANT is an external power receiving / signal provided on the outer edge of 8aA. It is a transmitting and receiving antenna.

11 is a fragrance storage mechanism provided in 8aA, 6 is a liquid capsule of fragrance a, 7a is a liquid storage network mechanism, and 6A is a connecting portion. Reference numeral 11A in (E) denotes a mounting portion of the integrated memory circuit.

(C) 12D in (D) is a cover plate with an air hole for removing a scent provided at the top of 8aA. A small air hole Air is provided in the left half. Reference numeral 13 denotes a hole for rotating the cover plate 12a. A protrusion can be put in 13 and 12a can be rotated.

As shown in the figure, when the position of the air hole Air is adjusted to be above 7a and 6 is pushed from above 12a, the fragrance liquid a comes out from the left side of 6 and passes through 6A and diffuses to 7a. . The liquid vaporizes and releases a scent. An alternate long and short dash line Fg shows how the scent is released.

6A and 6B, the scent explanation card 1a is provided with a second integrated memory circuit 5a, which can store identification information KEIa relating to the fragrance a. An ANT in the card is an external power receiving / signal transmitting / receiving antenna.

In the case where the fragrance release mechanism 8a is detachable from the card 1a, if the identification information KEIa is stored in the first and second integrated storage circuits, the play described in FIG. The success or failure of the combination of the two is immediately known when 10a is placed on the identification information reader 15.

In addition, the degree of match can be determined from the combination contents. When it is completely matched, when it is a little different, or when it is significantly different, the audiovisual presentation information can be selected and the motivation for learning can be enhanced.

Since the surrounding information can be presented one after another while asking questions about the scented pictures and characters described on the card, the user's willingness to learn is improved and knowledge is deepened.

Moreover, 8a has the advantage that it can be replaced when the fragrance is weakened by making it removable to 1a.

FIG. 7 shows an embodiment in which a plurality of card-type scent discharges 10a shown in FIG. In FIG. 7B, 21 is a main scent discharge, TOM is an identification information reading pen, and an identification information reading circuit 3 is provided at the tip.

When a plurality of card-type scent discharges are stacked, there is a problem that scents are mixed. YA is a perfume non-diffusion partition plate. YA can be made of a thin transparent plastic or the like. Use materials that can block the scent. YA can be provided with a magnetic material. MA is a magnet provided facing the SU.

The closed card is covered with YA on both sides and has a good sealing property with the magnet mechanism MA and SU, so that the scent is less likely to diffuse and mix.

In the figure, an apple picture card and a forest picture card are opened. When the tip of the TOM is brought close to the first integrated memory circuit 2b of the scent discharge mechanism 8b or the second integrated memory circuit 5b in the card, the identification information KEIb corresponding to the apple scent in the card 8b is read. The identification information is transmitted by radio waves or infrared rays.

In FIG. 7A, WL is a wireless antenna, and 32 is a wireless device that receives radio waves from the TOM. 30 extracts address information for presenting audiovisual information corresponding to KEIb. The content at the address is downloaded from the Internet or the like and presented on 14.

FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining application to a scent education system using various scent discharges. The figure (B) is 12 fragrance discharge | emissions 80-91 which entered the case.

When the scent discharge 80 is picked up, sniffed and placed on 15, the audiovisual information is presented at 14.

Further, when the tip 3 of the TOM is brought close to each scent discharge while being put in the case, the corresponding audiovisual information is presented.

Also, as shown in FIG. 8C, scent explanation cards 70 and 71 corresponding to the scent of the case are prepared, the scent release card is picked up by picking up the scent discharge, and the scent explanation card is selected and the scent is applied. You can also play games. The confirmation of hit or miss can be confirmed by placing the scent discharge on 15 and viewing the video presented on 14.

FIG. 8D is another example of a scent discharge. 59 is a scent discharge product of coffee, 60 is a scent release mechanism improved from a coffee bean container, and an integrated memory circuit 2 for storing identification information KEI and a power receiving / signal transmitting / receiving antenna ANT are provided at the bottom. 62 is a coffee bean, 61 is a 60 lid, and 2 and ANT are mounted.

When 60 or 61 is put on 15, the identification information KEI is read. FIG. 8A shows a state in which audiovisual information is presented with 61 on it. Since 60 is held in the hand and the lid 61 is removed and 15 is read, the operability for sniffing is good.

FIG. 8E shows a scent discharge 65 of a toy car equipped with a scent discharge mechanism 67. 2 and ANT are built-in toys, so the outside is preferably made of wood with good tactile sense and easy transmission of electromagnetic waves. Since liquid fragrance | flavor has a danger of leaking, the gelatinized fragrance | flavor put into the container or the gel fragrance | flavor can be used for 67.

FIG. 8F shows a toy apple scent discharge 66 equipped with a scent release mechanism 67. The outside uses wool that has good tactile sensation and allows easy passage of electromagnetic waves.

FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating a scent discharge with fragrance vaporization promoting means and its use. In FIG. 9A, 92 is a scent discharge with a fragrance vaporization promoting means, 95 is a fragrance storage small container, 97 is a fragrance discharge hole, 96 is a bottom to be heated, 93 is a fragrance storage container, and 94 is a liquid. Supply nozzle. The water Wa containing the fragrance | flavor a is accumulated in 93, and is subdivided into 95.

When 92 is placed on 15, an electromagnetic wave is emitted from the power supply / signal transmission / reception antenna ANT2. The antenna ANT receives this electromagnetic wave and supplies power to 2. Signal transmission / reception is performed between 2 and 3. EM1 indicates electromagnetism.

Coil is a coil that heats 96 by electromagnetic induction, and Drive is a drive circuit for the coil. EM2 indicates electromagnetism.

As described above, when the identification information KEI related to the fragrance is read by 3, 96 is heated under conditions suitable for the fragrance. When 96 is heated, vaporization of Wa in 95 is promoted.

Reference numeral 17 denotes an information processing apparatus and video presentation apparatus that converts KEI to AKI and presents audiovisual information related to fragrance to 14. 16 can play voices explaining the scent and music related to the scent with a speaker.

FIG. 9 (B) is a building block scent discharge 98 using the portion 95 in (A). BLK1 and BLK2 are mounted with building blocks 95 so as to sandwich 95 from above and below. In a state where 95 is mounted, BLK1 and BLK2 are integrated into a cylindrical building block. A picture of an apple is drawn on the upper surface of BLK1. For the 95 fragrance, a gel-like fragrance Ga that does not have to be leaked is used.

When 98 is placed on 15, an explanation of building blocks is presented on video with an explanation of apple scent. Ga is warmed and the scent is released from the air hole Air of BLK1 like Fg.

FIG. 10 is an example of a scent discharge using an ultrasonic atomization type fragrance vaporization promoting means. FIG. 4A is a longitudinal sectional view of the identification information reading / perfume vaporization promoting device 18, FIG. 4B is a top view of the device, and FIG. 4C is a sectional view of the ultrasonic atomizing scent discharge 28.

In FIG. 10C, 26 is a small liquid container, 23 is an ultrasonic wave passage film provided at the bottom of 26, and Wb is water containing a fragrance b. Reference numeral 2 denotes an integrated memory circuit that stores identification information of b or Wb.

Reference numeral 93 denotes a perfume storage container in which Wb is stored. 93 is provided with a mist carrying cylinder 27 for carrying the mist with ultrasonic traveling waves. ST1 is a sealing valve that prevents liquid leakage, SP is a spring that presses ST1 downward, and ST2 is a liquid stop valve mechanism. 93, 27, ST1, SP and ST2 are integrated.

The monolith can be attached so as to cover 26. K indicates a decomposition position. In the disassembled state, ST2 is below to stop the liquid, but when it is put on 26, ST2 opens as shown in the figure, and 93 liquid flows into a predetermined position of 26. The liquid Wb in 26 is the liquid Liq2 to be atomized. Cap is a stopper provided at the tip of 27. Remove when using.

FIG. 10A shows a state in which 28 is attached to the identification information reading / perfume vaporization promoting device 18. Reference numeral 203 denotes a part of a mechanism for detachably mounting the small liquid container 26. STT is a protrusion that opens and closes the sealing valve ST1. When 28 is attached as shown in the figure, ST1 is opened. 3 is an identification information reading circuit attached to 18, and faces 2.

Reference numeral 19 denotes a container in which the ultrasonic propagation medium Liq1 is filled so as to fill the vibration surface 40F of the ultrasonic vibrator 40. Water W is used for Liq1. HT5 is an electric heater that heats Liq1 and Lig2. Reference numeral 41 denotes an attachment portion for 40, and 41 is attached to the housing. Reference numeral 25 denotes an ultrasonic focusing / reflecting mechanism using a concave mirror lens provided in the housing.

HT2 is an electric heater that heats the upper part of 27 from the outside, and is rotatably attached to the housing with 99 as a fulcrum. By rotating HT2 to the upper left side, 28 becomes easy to remove.

75 is an airflow generator, 76 is a blower blade, and 77 is a motor that rotates 76. Con1 is a drive control circuit for the ultrasonic transducer 40, Con2 is a drive control circuit for the heating means HT2, and Con3 is a drive control circuit for the airflow generator 75.

The operation will be described. In FIG. (A), when 28 is mounted, the identification information of the fragrance b stored in 2 or the atomization target liquid Wb is read by 3, and the information processing apparatus not shown in FIG. Is transmitted. The apparatus confirms the state of the fragrance-containing liquid from the identification information, confirms the contents of the audiovisual information corresponding to the identification information, searches the database not shown in FIG. Create promotion specifications.

For example, “Wb is a diluted fragrance-containing liquid, so it is atomized with a predetermined power by ultrasonic waves and heated to a predetermined temperature, and the airflow generator is assisted in conveyance” or “links to scent-related video content” Create a specification such as “Set time to promote vaporization”.

Con1, Con2, and Con3 drive the ultrasonic transducer 40, the electric heater HT2, and the airflow generation device 75 based on the specification.

The atomization method will be described. The ultrasonic wave emitted from 40 is reflected by 25, passes through the ultrasonic wave passage film 23, and is focused on the upper part of Liq2. In the vicinity of 25 focal points AK1C, Liq2 scatters violently and generates a large amount of fog mb.

The fog mb is conveyed to the upper part by ultrasonic traveling waves generated in 27. In addition, the droplet-like scattered liquid AK2 that has not been formed into a mist is divided into those that are atomized by ultrasonic traveling waves and those that fall. In 27, a large amount of fog is generated and conveyed to the upper part by ultrasonic traveling waves. Although it is possible to release the mist with only the traveling wave, the mist can be released further by generating a heat rising airflow using HT2 or generating an airflow using 75. .

In the above embodiment, the scent discharge with the fragrance vaporization promoting means was used, but even the fragrance release without the fragrance vaporization promotion means promotes the vaporization of the fragrance with external energy such as heating and air flow generation. If it exists, it shall be included in the present invention.

The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the invention in the implementation stage. Further, the above-described embodiments include various stages of the invention, and may be implemented by an appropriate combination. Furthermore, the constituent elements of the above-described embodiments can be omitted as appropriate based on the purpose, or can be supplemented by well-known conventional techniques.

(1) Aroma teaching materials for infants and children; can be used as teaching materials for emotional education using the five senses. As shown in FIG. 1, when the scent is released using the scent release mechanism 8 and the child is interested, when the scent release mechanism is placed on the identification information reading device 15, the vision about the scent is displayed by 20.・ Hearing information is presented. Since visual and auditory information can be structured hierarchically, more detailed knowledge can be provided as the learning progresses.

As shown in FIG. 5, a plurality of scent discharge mechanisms 8a and 8b and scent object picture cards 1a and 1b are prepared, and a combination of both can be thought of by the child. When combined, when the card-type scent discharges 10a and 10b equipped with the scent release mechanism are placed on the identification information reader 15, visual and auditory information relating to the scent is presented to 20. The child can confirm the correctness of the combination by the information presented at 20.

Since learning is performed with the five senses, learning motivation is improved and memory is increased. It also has an effect on emotional stability.

(2) Scent application game: As shown in FIG. 8, using a plurality of scent release mechanisms 80 to 91, the scent is presented one after another and the name is written on paper or the like. The correct answer is that visual / auditory information is presented to 20 by placing the fragrance release mechanism on the identification information reader 15.

(3) Dementia amelioration materials: Prepare a scent that reminds me of episode memory and present it with old images. Even if a single memory cannot be remembered, it is easy to recall because a number of cues increase by presenting multiple stimuli. By repeating recall, the neural circuit of memory is activated, which leads to improvement of symptoms. When this type scent discharge | emission substance like FIG. 7 is used, it is easy to utilize various fragrances.

(4) Perfume sales promotion system: As shown in FIG. 1, when an integrated memory circuit is attached to the bottom of the perfume bottle, a perfume bottle with information is obtained. Perfume usage requires experience and may be difficult, but it is easy to understand how to use it with visual and auditory information, and it can be taught attractively.

(5) Relaxation system: When this apparatus as shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 9, FIG. 10 is attached to a massage machine and presents a relaxing scent, video, and sound simultaneously, the healing effect is enhanced.

(6) Scent-related information presentation book: As shown in FIG. 7, an outline of information on scent is taught with a card, and details are presented with video, sound, and voice. A pen reader that reads the identification information can be incorporated into the book. Encyclopedia of fragrance, history book of fragrance, cookbook selected from fragrance, etc. are possible.

In 1st Example of this invention, it is a fragrance relevant-information presentation apparatus using the bottle-type fragrance discharge | release mechanism. FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining selection or generation of route information from identification information (KEI) to address information (AKI) and a menu selection interface (HI) in the first embodiment. In 1st Example, it is a figure explaining selection of the route information from the menu selection interface (HI) for fragrance education, and identification information (KEI) to address information (AKI). In a 1st Example, it is a figure explaining selection or the production | generation of the route information from the identification information (KEI) hierarchized to address information (AKI). In the second embodiment of the present invention, by placing the card-type fragrance release material (10a, 10b) equipped with the flat container-type fragrance release mechanism (8a, 8b) on the identification information reading device (15), A scent-related information presentation device that presents visual and auditory information. It is a figure which shows the structure of the flat container type fragrance release mechanism (08a) used in the 2nd Example of this invention, and the mounting method to a card | curd (1a). In the third embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of card-type scent discharges (10a, 10b) equipped with flat container-type scent release mechanisms (8a, 8b) are used, and this embodiment is implemented. In the 4th Example of this invention, it is a figure explaining the application to the fragrance education system using various fragrance discharge | release materials. In the 5th Example of this invention, it is a figure explaining the fragrance discharge | release with a fragrance | flavor vaporization promotion means, and its utilization. In the 6th Example of this invention, it is a figure explaining the fragrance discharge | release with a fragrance | flavor vaporization promotion means of an ultrasonic atomization system.

1a, 1b, 1c... Cards 2, 2 a, 2 b for explaining fragrances,... Integrated memory circuit 3 provided in the scent discharge material... Identification information reading circuits 4 a, 4 b. Related characters 4Mov: Scent-related video or scent-related sound 5a, 5b... Integrated memory circuit 6 provided on the card-type scent discharge... Liquid capsule 6A. 7d .. Liquid occlusion network mechanism 8, 8e ... Fragrance release mechanism (bottle type)
8a, 8b ... Scent release mechanism (flat container type)
8aA ... Flat container (fragrance storage container)
9a, 9b ··· Scent release mechanism mounting holes 10a, 10b, 10c ·· Card type scent discharge (scent object picture card)
11 ... Fragrance storage mechanism 11A ... Integrated memory circuit mounting part 12a, 12d ... Cover plate with air holes 13 for removing scents ... Cover plate rotation hole
14... Video presentation device 15... Identification information reading device 16... Speaker 17... Information processing device and video presentation device 18. Vaporization accelerating device 19... Container 20 in which an ultrasonic wave propagation medium is placed so as to fill the vibration surface of the ultrasonic vibrator 20. Means 21 for presenting visual information or auditory information 21. Fragrance release material 23 ... Ultrasonic wave passage 25 ... Ultrasonic focusing and reflection mechanism (ultrasonic concave mirror lens)
26... Small liquid container 27... Mist transport cylinder 28 that transports mist with ultrasonic traveling waves... Fragrance release 30 using ultrasonic atomization system Information processing device 31... Communication device 32... Wireless device 40... Ultrasonic transducer 40 F... Vibration surface 41. ··· Fragrance storage container 51 ··· Fragrance extraction portion 52 ··· Lid 53 ··· Fragrance suction porous material 54 ··· Fragrance supply port 55 ··· Screw 56 ... Fragrance stopping mechanism 59 ... Coffee scent discharge 60 ... Scent release mechanism (coffee bean container)
61. Lid 62 with integrated memory circuit and antenna provided as part of scent discharge. Coffee bean 65. Scent discharge 66 of toy car equipped with scent release mechanism. ... Toy apple scent release with a scent release mechanism (made of yarn)
67 …… Scent release mechanism (gel perfume accumulated in container or gel perfume)
70, 71 .. Card 75 explaining fragrance ... Airflow generating means (fan blade type)
76 ... Blower 77 ... Motor 80-91..Scent release 92 using scent release mechanism (bottle type) ... Scent release 93 with fragrance vaporization promoting means .. ... Fragrance storage container 94 ... Liquid supply nozzle 95 ... Fragrance storage small container 96 ... Heating part 97 ... Fragrance discharge hole 98 ... Building block type Fragrance release material 99 ··· fulcrum 203 ··· Part of the mechanism for detachably mounting a small liquid container a, d · · · Fragrance Air · · · air passage hole AKI · · · address Information AK1C ・ ・ ・ Liquid splashing part AK2 ・ ・ ・ Drip-like splashing liquid ANT, ANT2 ・ ・ Antenna AP ・ ・ ・ Apple picture BLK1, BLK2 ・ ・ Block parts CAP ・ ・ ・ ・ Coil Coil ・ ・ ・ Coil Con1 ... ultrasonic transducer drive control circuit Con2 ... heating hand Drive control circuit Con3 ... Airflow generation means drive control circuit Drive ... Drive circuits EM1, EM2 ... Electromagnetic Fg ... Aroma flow Ga ... Gel-like fragrance HI ... Menu Selection interface HT2 ... Fog heating means (cylinder outside heating type)
HT5... Liq1 and Liq2 heating means (electric heater)
K ... Decomposition position KEI, KEIa, KEIb ... Identification information Liq1 ... Ultrasonic wave propagation medium Liq2 ... Atomized liquid MA ... Magnet mb ... Fragrance b Contained fog MEM ... Storage device SU ... Magnetic body SP ... Spring ST1 ... Sealing valve ST2 ... Liquid stop valve mechanism STT ... Sealing valve opening / closing projection TOM ... Identification information reading pen Tree ... Forest picture W ... Water Wa ... Water Wb containing fragrance a ... Water WL containing fragrance b .... Radio antenna YA ... Fragrance non-diffusing partition plate

Claims (4)

A scent discharge (8), a means (MEM) for storing visual information or auditory information related to the scent in correspondence with an address, a means for associating the scent discharge with the visual or auditory information, Means (20) for presenting the associated visual or auditory information,
The association means includes identification information (KEI) provided in the scent discharge (8), means (3) for reading the identification information, and the identification information (KEI) as the storage means (MEM). Information processing means (30) for converting the address information (AKI) into
The information processing means has an interface (HI) for a user to select a menu of the visual information or auditory information, and the interface corresponds to the address information (AKI) from the identification information (KEI) corresponding to the menu selection. The function of switching a plurality of conversion routes to the user, the conversion route is a user whose relationship between the scent of the scent discharge (8) and visual information or auditory information is changed from direct information to peripheral information. A scent-related information presenting device that is hierarchically structured so as to motivate the user to select a menu item and that is configured to enhance a user's related knowledge about the scent. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the menu selection interface (HI) displays a menu having a high relevance and a low menu having a high relationship between the scent of the scent discharge (8) and the visual information or auditory information. A scent-related information presentation device characterized by having a function of creating a scent-related knowledge problem. 3. The device according to claim 1, wherein the scent discharge is a flat scent discharge integrally attached to a card on which a scent-related image or character is written and the card. The identification information (KEI) is read in order to present the visual information or auditory information related to the information so as to supplement the image or character information of the card, and comprises the mechanism and the identification information storage device. A scent-related information presentation device, wherein conversion from information (KEI) to the address information (AKI) is performed. 4. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein means for promoting vaporization of the fragrance in the scent discharge is provided, and the scent discharge includes an identification information storage device, and the menu is provided. When visual information or auditory information related to the scent is presented based on the selection, the perfume vaporization promoting means is controlled based on the identification information according to the expression of the relevant visual information or auditory information. A scent-related information presentation device characterized by that.

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