KR102102555B1 - Healthcare system - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a healthcare system which provides a virtual running space. According to one embodiment of the present invention, in order to alleviate boredom and dullness of a user even during long workout, various virtual workout spaces are provided through a VR providing module such that a workout effect can be improved. A running module is driven to correspond to movement of the user in the virtual workout spaces. Thus, compared to the conventional technology, the user feel the same feeling in the virtual workout spaces as feeling during actual workout.

Description

Health Care System {HEALTHCARE SYSTEM}

The present invention relates to a healthcare system provided with a virtual running space.

In general, treadmills are used in sports centers and homes as sports equipment that can perform aerobic exercise such as walking or running in an indoor space using a belt that rotates in a caterpillar.

These treadmills can be used at any time the user wants, regardless of temperature or weather in the indoor space, and can enjoy aerobic exercise in an indoor space with a narrow space, and its usage is simple compared to other sports equipment. Is an ever-increasing trend.

On the other hand, these treadmills can be used in certain indoor spaces, and due to the nature of the equipment that must continuously walk or run in place, users have the disadvantage of feeling bored and frustrated when exercising for a long time.

As a prior art for solving the shortcomings of such a conventional treadmill, Korean Patent Registration No. 10-1624787 (Registration Date: May 20, 2016) discloses a walking simulator and a virtual reality experience device including the same.

The Korean registered patent has the advantage that a plurality of wheels and a movement limiting fixing device and a virtual reality experience device are separately provided in the walking imitation shoe, so that it can provide the effect of exercising outside even in a narrow indoor space.

However, the Korean registered patent has a drawback that it is impossible to exercise more realistically within the augmented reality provided by the virtual reality experience device, because of the characteristic of walking or jumping while wearing walking imitation shoes inside the movement limiting frame.

Accordingly, the present invention was devised in the above-mentioned background, and the object of the present invention is to provide a variety of virtual exercise spaces through the VR providing module so that the user does not feel bored and frustrated even when exercising for a long time in an indoor space. It is to provide a health care system that can improve the effect.

In addition, the object of the present invention, by driving the running module to correspond to the user's movement in the virtual exercise space, provides a health care system that can feel the feeling of exercising realistically compared to the prior art in the virtual exercise space Is doing.

The object of the present invention is not limited to this, and other objects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description.

In order to solve this problem, one embodiment of the present invention is provided on each of the feet of the user walking or running in the running module, generating the speed data of the user when crossing each other, the direction data of the user through the direction of both feet A pair of sensing modules for generating; And a virtual running space image to be interlocked with the sensing module so that the user can move a virtual running space based on the speed data and direction data, and the running module to correspond to the user's speed data and direction data. Provides a health care system comprising a; VR providing module for controlling the.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to improve exercise efficiency and exercise effect by providing various virtual exercise spaces through the VR providing module so that the user does not feel bored and frustrated even during a long exercise.

In addition, according to an embodiment of the present invention, by driving the running module to correspond to the user's movement in the virtual exercise space, it is possible to feel the feeling of actually exercising compared to the prior art in the virtual exercise space have.

The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description of the claims.

1 is a use state diagram of a healthcare system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a view for explaining a process in which the running unit of FIG. 1 is rotated by the user's direction data.
3 and 4 are views for explaining a process in which the sensing module of FIG. 1 generates speed data and direction data of a user.
5 is a block diagram showing the flow of signals in a healthcare system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, some embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail through exemplary drawings. It should be noted that in adding reference numerals to the components of each drawing, the same components have the same reference numerals as possible even though they are displayed on different drawings. In addition, in describing the present invention, when it is determined that detailed descriptions of related well-known configurations or functions may obscure the subject matter of the present invention, detailed descriptions thereof will be omitted.

In addition, in describing the components of the present invention, terms such as first, second, A, B, (a), and (b) may be used. These terms are only for distinguishing the component from other components, and the nature, order, or order of the component is not limited by the term. When a component is described as being "connected", "coupled" or "connected" to another component, that component may be directly connected to or connected to the other component, but another component between each component It will be understood that the element may be "connected", "coupled" or "connected".

1 is a use state diagram of a healthcare system according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a view for explaining a process in which the running unit of FIG. 1 is rotated by the user's direction data. 3 and 4 are views for explaining a process in which the sensing module of FIG. 1 generates speed data and direction data of a user. 5 is a block diagram showing the flow of signals in a healthcare system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in these drawings, the healthcare system 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention is provided on both feet of a user who walks or runs in the running module 101, respectively, when crossing each other, the user's speed data (D1) A pair of sensing modules 103 that generate and generate user direction data D2 through both directions; And in conjunction with the sensing module 103 outputs a virtual running space image so that the user can move the virtual running space (S) based on the speed data (D1) and direction data (D2), the user's speed data ( It characterized in that it comprises; D1) and VR providing module 105 for controlling the running module 101 to correspond to the direction data (D2).

The running module 101 is made of a structure corresponding to a treadmill so that the user can walk or run in place, but is connected to the sensing module 103 and the VR providing module 105 to transmit and receive various signals and information. , It is controlled to correspond to the user's speed data (D1) and direction data (D2) by the control signal of the VR providing module 105.

If the structure of the running module 101 is described in more detail, the running module 101 includes a running unit 109 equipped with a running rotation belt 107 so that a user can walk or run; And a support base portion 111 supporting the running portion 109 under the running portion 109.

The running unit 109 is formed so that the running rotating belt 107 is formed of a caterpillar structure and a part of the running rotating belt 107 is wound at the front end or the rear end of the running rotating belt 107 so that the running rotating belt 107 is rotated. A driven belt drive (not shown) is provided.

Here, the running unit 109 rotates the running rotation belt 107 to correspond to the user's speed data D1 by the speed control signal S1 of the VR providing module 105.

That is, the running unit 109 is a speed control signal applied from the VR providing module 105 so that the running rotation belt 107 is rotated at a speed corresponding to the moving speed of the user moving on the virtual running space S ( The belt driving part (not shown) is controlled by S1).

In other words, when the user walks on the running unit 109, the running rotating belt 107 is rotated at a speed corresponding to the user's walking speed, and when the user runs on the running unit 109 by improving the speed, the running rotating belt ( 107), the rotational speed of the user is faster than that of the user's walking so as to correspond to the running speed of the user.

Subsequently, the support base portion 111 supports the running portion 109 such that the running rotation belt 107 is rotated at the lower portion of the running portion 109, which support base portion 111 faces the user's upper body from the front. It includes a control unit 113 that protrudes in a direction and is provided with various operation panels (not shown) so that a user can set various running environments.

Meanwhile, the support base 111 rotates the running unit 107 to correspond to the user's direction data D2 by the direction control signal S2 of the VR providing module 105.

If the structure of the support base 111 is described in more detail, the support base 111 is driven by the direction control signal S2 of the VR providing module 105, and is generated by the sensing module 103. And a driving unit 115 that rotates the running unit 109 to correspond to the direction data D2.

That is, the driving unit 115, as shown in Figure 2 (a), when the user moves in one direction from one point (P1) of the virtual movement path (S-1) of the virtual running space (S) , The running unit 109 is rotated so as to correspond to one direction in which the user moves.

And, as shown in Figure 2 (b), the driver 115, when the user moves in the other direction from another point (P2) of the virtual movement path (201) of the virtual running space (S), The running unit 109 is rotated to correspond to the other direction in which the user moves.

As described above, when the user rotates the body along the virtual movement path 201 while moving the virtual running space S, the running unit 109 is coupled with the user's body so as to correspond to the direction in which the front of the user's body is facing. By being rotated, the present invention has the effect of exercising more realistically in the virtual running space S provided by the VR providing module 105.

Subsequently, a pair of sensing modules 103 are provided on each of the user's feet, for example, provided on the inside of the shoe 117 worn on the user's feet to receive the user's speed data D1 and direction data D2. To acquire.

The pair of sensing modules 103 calculates the speed data D1 by counting the signals S3 transmitted and received at the moment of crossing for a unit time as shown in FIG. 3.

More specifically, the pair of sensing modules 103 includes a first sensor 301 provided on one shoe 117a and a second sensor 303 provided on the other shoe 117a, When the feet are crossed and the first sensor 301 and the second sensor 303 cross each other and are located on the same line, the signal S3 output from the first sensor 301 is received by the second sensor 303. In this way, the user's speed data 1D is calculated by counting the signals S3 transmitted and received from the first and second sensors 301 and 303 for a predetermined unit time.

In addition, the pair of sensing modules 103 calculates the user's direction data (D2) through the direction of both feet of the user.

For example, the pair of sensing modules 103 may include a gyro sensor, whereby the virtual axis C1 lying on the same line as the direction in which one shoe 117a faces, and the other shoe 117b After calculating the median value (A-1) of the direction angle (A) formed by the virtual axis (C2) lying on the same line as the direction facing), compare the median (A-1) and absolute coordinates (401) In this way, direction data D2 may be generated.

That is, the pair of sensing modules 103 of the direction angle (A) formed by the first sensor 301 provided on either shoe 117a and the second sensor 303 provided on the other shoe 117b After calculating the median value (A-1), the user can obtain the user's direction data (D2) by comparing the median value (A-1) and the absolute coordinate (401).

For example, when each shoe 117a, 117b is positioned as shown in FIG. 4 (a), the user in the virtual running space S moves in the direction of the arrow D-1 in one direction, When each shoe 117a, 117b is positioned as shown in FIG. 4 (b), the user in the virtual running space S moves in the direction of the arrow D-2 in the other direction.

On the other hand, the sensing module 103 applies speed data D1 and direction data D2 obtained through the movement of the user's foot to the VR providing module 105, which will be described later, when the user walks or runs. In the running space S, the user moves along the virtual movement path S-1 based on the speed data D1 and the direction data D2.

Subsequently, the VR provision module 105 is interlocked with the sensing module 103, and the speed data D1 and the direction data D2 generated from the sensing module 103 are applied, and the user receives the speed data D1 and direction. The virtual running space S image is output so that the virtual running space S can be moved based on the data D2.

Here, the virtual running space (S) is a video that can be output through the VR providing module 105 so that users such as park walks, rivers, playgrounds, tracks, and sidewalks can enjoy running through virtual simulation.

Of course, the various virtual running spaces S can be selected according to a user's mood and taste through an application installed on an external terminal (ex: a smartphone, a tablet PC).

The VR provision module 105 is based on the user's speed data D1 and direction data D2 acquired through the sensing module 103, as if the user actually walked or run the virtual running space S The image is output in the first person view.

The VR providing module 105 may output a virtual running space (S) image through a large screen, but as shown in FIG. 1 so as to feel more realistic exercise in the virtual running space (S) A virtual running space (S) image can be output through the same VR glasses.

On the other hand, the VR provision module 105 is a running module 101 based on the user's speed data (D1) and direction data (D2), so as to correspond to the user's moving speed and moving direction in the virtual running space (S) ) Control.

That is, the VR providing module 105 outputs a speed control signal S1 corresponding to the user's speed data D1, and rotates the running rotation belt 107 of the running unit 109 to correspond to the user's moving speed. Speed is controlled.

In addition, the VR providing module 105 outputs a direction control signal S2 corresponding to the user's direction data D2, so that the driving unit 115 rotates the running unit 109 in the same direction as the user's moving direction. Control.

If the virtual running space (S) according to an embodiment of the present invention is provided by the VR providing module 105 and the process in which the running module 101 is controlled is described in more detail, as an example, the user When the user's speed data D1 is applied by increasing the speed at 101, the VR providing module 105 is moved at the same speed as the speed the user makes in the running module 101 in the virtual running space S While outputting the image in the first person view point, the running unit 109 is controlled through the speed control signal S1 corresponding to the speed data D1. At this time, the running unit 109 runs the running rotation belt 107. ) Is rotated at a speed corresponding to the user's speed.

In addition, when the user rotates the body in the running module 101 to move along the virtual movement path S-1, such direction data D2 is applied from the sensing module 103, the VR providing module 105 ) Outputs the image rotated in the same direction as the direction in which the user rotates in the running module 101 in the virtual running space S as a first person view, and the direction control signal corresponding to this direction data D2 ( The support base portion 111 is controlled through S2). At this time, the support base portion 111 rotates the running portion 109 in the same direction as the rotation direction of the user.

As described above, the running rotation belt 107 and the running unit 109 itself are rotated based on the user's speed data D1 and direction data D2, so that one embodiment of the present invention is performed in the virtual running space S. It has the effect of feeling like you're actually exercising.

Meanwhile, the VR provision module 105 outputs a notification control signal S4 when the user tries to escape or deviate from the virtual movement path S-1 among the virtual running space S, and the notification module to be described later ( 501).

At this time, the notification module 501 outputs a notification signal such as a vibration or an alarm so that the user does not deviate from the virtual movement path S-1.

On the other hand, the health care system 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention, as described above, based on the direction data (D2), the user can move the virtual movement path (S-1) of the virtual running space (S). It further includes a notification module 501 that outputs a notification signal when it is out or about to escape.

The notification module 501 receives the notification control signal S4 from the VR providing module 105 and outputs a notification signal when the user deviates or tries to escape the virtual movement path S-1.

The notification module 501 is, for example, provided in the shoes 117 worn by the user, and the user leaves the virtual movement path S-1 or the outer side lines on both sides of the virtual movement path S-1 ( When located in the notification area S-2 formed in a certain area along L), a notification signal of vibration may be output.

That is, the notification module 501 is provided on the user's shoes 117 and may be formed of a vibration device that outputs vibration in an emergency.

In addition, the notification module 501 is another example, provided in the running module 101, the user is out of the virtual movement path (S-1), or both sides of the outer line (L of the virtual movement path (S-1) (L) ), An alarm can be output when it is located in the notification area S-2 formed in a certain area.

At this time, the notification module 501 may be made of a speaker device that outputs an alarm in case of emergency.

As described above, by providing the notification module 501, the user outputs a notification signal when the user deviates or attempts to escape the virtual movement path S-1, so that the present invention allows the user to move the virtual movement path S-1. You can guide them to complete without leaving.

As described above, according to one embodiment of the present invention having the above-described structure, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the user does not feel bored and frustrated even during a long workout, through a variety of virtual exercise through the VR providing module By providing space, it is possible to improve exercise efficiency and exercise effect.

In addition, according to an embodiment of the present invention, by driving the running module to correspond to the user's movement in the virtual exercise space, the effect that can feel the feeling of exercising realistically compared to the prior art in the virtual exercise space have.

In the above, even if all the components constituting the embodiments of the present invention are described as being combined or operated as one, the present invention is not necessarily limited to these embodiments. That is, within the scope of the present invention, all of the components may be selectively combined and operated.

In addition, the terms "include", "compose" or "have" as described above mean that the corresponding component can be inherent, unless specifically stated to the contrary, excluding other components However, it should be interpreted that it may further include other components. All terms, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as generally understood by a person skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains, unless otherwise defined. Commonly used terms, such as predefined terms, should be interpreted as being consistent with the meaning of the context of the related art, and are not to be interpreted as ideal or excessively formal meanings unless explicitly defined in the present invention.

The above description is merely illustrative of the technical idea of the present invention, and those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains may make various modifications and variations without departing from the essential characteristics of the present invention.

Therefore, the embodiments disclosed in the present invention are not intended to limit the technical spirit of the present invention, but to explain, and the scope of the technical spirit of the present invention is not limited by the implementation. The scope of protection of the present invention should be interpreted by the following claims, and all technical spirits within the scope equivalent thereto should be interpreted as being included in the scope of the present invention.

10: healthcare system
101: Running module
103: sensing module
105: VR provision module
107: Running rotating belt
109: Running section
111: support base
113: operation unit
115: drive unit
117: shoes
301: first sensor
303: second sensor
401: absolute coordinate
501: Notification module

Claims (7)

A pair of sensing modules provided on both feet of the user walking or running in the running module, generating speed data of the user when crossing each other, and generating direction data of the user through the directions of both feet; And
It outputs a virtual running space image in association with the sensing module so that the user can move a virtual running space based on the speed data and direction data, but the running module is configured to correspond to the user's speed data and direction data. VR providing module to control; Including,
The pair of sensing modules includes a first sensor provided in one shoe and a second sensor provided in the other shoe,
The pair of sensing modules,
When the first sensor and the second sensor cross each other, the signals transmitted and received are counted for a unit time to calculate the speed data, and after calculating the intermediate value of the direction angle between the first sensor and the second sensor , Comparing the median value and the absolute coordinates of the running module, a healthcare system characterized by generating direction data of the user.
delete According to claim 1,
The running module,
A running unit equipped with a running rotation belt so that the user can walk or run; And
A support base part supporting the running part under the running part;
Healthcare system comprising a.
According to claim 3,
The running unit,
A healthcare system characterized by rotating the running rotation belt to correspond to the user's speed data by the speed control signal of the VR providing module.
According to claim 3,
The support base portion,
A healthcare system characterized by rotating the running unit to correspond to the user's direction data by the direction control signal of the VR providing module.
According to claim 1,
A notification module that outputs a notification signal when the user deviates or attempts to escape a virtual movement path among the virtual running spaces based on the direction data;
Health care system, characterized in that it further comprises.
The method of claim 6,
The notification module,
It is provided in the shoes worn by the user, characterized in that the vibration is output when the user is out of the virtual movement path or located in a notification area formed in a certain area along the outer circumferential lines of the virtual movement path. Healthcare system characterized in that.

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