WO2004064905A1

WO2004064905A1 - Physiologically activating apparatus

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Publication number: WO2004064905A1
Application number: PCT/JP2004/000622
Authority: WO
Inventors: Shoko Kino; Kanako Amano; Noboru Koyama; Mitsugu Yamashita
Original assignee: Daikin Industries, Ltd.
Priority date: 2003-01-24
Filing date: 2004-01-23
Publication date: 2004-08-05
Also published as: JP2004243099A

Abstract

A physiologically activating apparatus comprising blower (3) capable of sucking air into casing (2) and blowing the same outward. An activating solution containing a physiologically active substance is sprayed in the form of liquid droplets into the air sucked by the blower (3) by means of liquid droplet spraying unit (11) of inkjet mechanism. Consequently, the user can take any desired physiologically active substance in the body through the air, so that physiologically activating effects can be obtained at all times.

Description

Bioactive device technology

The present invention relates to a bioactive device for ingesting a bioactive substance into the body. Background art

Conventionally, physiologically active substances include warming compositions and substances for recovering fatigue.

(For example, refer to Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2002-176690). This publication proposes a method of ingesting a physiologically active substance such as a warming composition or a substance for relieving fatigue into the body. The method is a method in which a physiologically active substance such as a warming composition or the like is added to a food or drink or an oral product in a state of being contained in a fragrance composition and taken into the body.

Here, the term "bioactive substance" is a general term for substances that act on biological functions in a very small amount, such as vitamins and hormones.

One solution issue

However, the above-mentioned method of ingesting the physiologically active substance into the body has a problem that the effect is maintained for only a short time.

Therefore, there has been a demand for a completely new device that can easily ingest a physiologically active substance into the body and maintain the physiologically active effect for a long time.

The present invention has been made in view of the above points, and provides a device that releases a bioactive substance into the air and ingests the bioactive substance into the body via the air, thereby always obtaining a bioactive effect. Aim. Disclosure of the invention

Specifically, the first invention is based on a bioactive device for ingesting a bioactive substance into the body via air. And the said physiologically active device is provided with the release means (4) which stores the active agent containing a physiologically active substance and discharges the active agent into the air.

In the first aspect, the release means (4) stores the active agent containing the physiologically active substance and releases the active agent into the air, so that the physiologically active substance is suspended and diffused in the air. Therefore, the bioactive substance is taken into the user's body through the air. And because it is ingested through the air, the user always gets the bioactive effect.

In a second aspect based on the first aspect, the activator is constituted by an active solution containing a physiologically active substance. On the other hand, the discharging means (4) includes a droplet ejecting section (11) for ejecting the stored active liquid as liquid droplets.

In the second aspect of the present invention, since the release means (4) includes the droplet ejecting section (11), the active liquid containing the physiologically active substance is ejected into the air as droplets.

In a third aspect based on the second aspect, the liquid droplet ejecting section (11) is constituted by an ink jet mechanism.

In the third aspect, the active liquid containing the physiologically active substance is reliably discharged as droplets into the air by the ink jet mechanism.

In a fourth aspect based on the third aspect, the droplet ejecting section (11) is configured to eject the active liquid at a pressure generated by heating a part of the active liquid to generate bubbles. I have.

In the fourth aspect of the present invention, by rapidly heating a part of the active liquid, the active liquid boils and bubbles are generated. Then, the active liquid is ejected by pushing off the surrounding active liquid by the internal pressure of the generated bubbles. Therefore, the active liquid containing the physiologically active substance is released into the air, and the physiologically active substance is taken into the body via the air.

In a fifth aspect based on the second aspect, the physiologically active device is a casing (2), which is housed in the casing (2), sucks external air from the casing (2), and It has a blower (3) for blowing out the thing (2). On the other hand, the discharging means (4) is configured to inject an active liquid into the external air sucked into the casing (2) by the blower ( ³ ) to generate active air containing the active liquid. I have. In the fifth aspect of the invention, the external air sucked into the casing (2) by the blower (3) is blown out of the casing (2) together with the active liquid injected by the discharge means (4). However, the physiologically active substance is surely suspended and diffused in the air. Therefore, the physiologically active substance is surely taken into the body through the air.

In a sixth aspect based on the first aspect, a plurality of release means (4) are provided so as to release a plurality of different types of physiologically active substances.

In the sixth aspect, a plurality of release means (4) are provided, and a plurality of different types of physiologically active substances are released into the air. Therefore, the user can obtain a plurality of different physiologically active effects.

In a seventh aspect based on the sixth aspect, the bioactive device controls the plurality of release means (4), and the release means (4) releases the predetermined active agent so that the predetermined release means (4) releases the predetermined active agent. Control means ( ⁵ ) for controlling the operation of (4) is provided.

In the seventh aspect of the present invention, the predetermined active agent, that is, the predetermined physiologically active substance is released into the air from the predetermined release means (4) by the control means (5). Is released into the air and is taken into the body of the user. Effect of the Invention

Therefore, according to the first invention, the active agent containing the physiologically active substance is stored, and the release means (4) for releasing the active agent into the air is provided. Can be released inside. As a result, the physiologically active substance can be easily and continuously taken into the body via the air, and the effect of the physiologically active substance can always be obtained.

Further, according to the second invention, since the activator is composed of an active liquid, and the discharging means (4) is provided with the droplet ejecting section (11), the active liquid containing a physiologically active substance is converted into a liquid. Can be released into the air as drops.

Further, according to the third aspect of the present invention, since the ink jet mechanism is used in the liquid drop ejecting section (11), the active liquid can be reliably discharged into the air as liquid drops.

According to the fourth invention, by switching between heating and heating stop, The on / off switching of the operation of the physiologically active device (1) can be easily performed.

According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, the blower (3) is provided, the external air is sucked into the casing (2), and the external air contains the active liquid injected from the discharge means (4). Since the activated air blown out of the casing (2), the physiologically active substance can be positively discharged into the air. As a result, the user can reliably ingest the bioactive substance into the body.

Further, according to the sixth aspect, since a plurality of the release means (4) are provided so as to release a plurality of different types of bioactive substances, the user can obtain a plurality of different bioactivity effects. Can be.

Further, according to the seventh invention, the control means (5) for controlling a predetermined activator to be discharged from a predetermined discharge means (4) of the plurality of discharge means (4) is provided. In addition, the user can ingest the desired physiologically active substance into the body.

FIG. 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a bioactive device according to Embodiment 1.

FIG. 2 is a schematic structural diagram of the bioactive device according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a thermal jet type droplet ejecting unit.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a droplet generation process in the thermal jet method. FIG. 5 is a schematic structural view of the physiologically active device according to Embodiment 1 provided with one release means. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

Embodiment 1

As shown in FIG. 1, the bioactive device (1) of the first embodiment has an air purifying function in addition to a bioactive function.

The bioactive device (1) includes a casing (2), a blower (3) housed in the casing (2), and an active liquid discharging means (4). The casing (2) is formed in a vertically long rectangular body, and has an air inlet (not shown) on the front surface and an air outlet (not shown) on the upper surface.

The blower (3) is configured to draw indoor air, which is the outside air of the casing (2), from the air inlet and blow it out of the casing (2) from the air outlet.

In the casing (2), a dust collecting filter (6) and a deodorizing filter (7) are provided between the air inlet and the blower (3). In other words, the external air sucked from the air suction port by the blower (3) passes through the dust filter (6) and the deodorizing filter (7) in that order, and is purified, and enters the casing (2). Uptake.

The discharge means (4) is provided between the blower (3) and the air outlet of the casing (2). The discharging means (4) is configured to inject an active liquid containing a physiologically active substance into the air blown out from the blower (3) to generate active air containing the active liquid. The discharge means (4) is provided in plural (three in this embodiment). Each of the release means (4) stores an active liquid containing a different kind of physiologically active substance, and is configured to inject different physiologically active substances into the air blown out from the blower (3). .

Further, the physiologically active device (1) includes control means (5) for controlling the operation of the plurality of release means (4). That is, the control means ( ⁵ ) is configured to send a control signal to the release means (4) when a user inputs and sets a desired physiologically active substance into the control means (5). Then, the predetermined discharging means (4) injects a predetermined active liquid based on the sent control signal. The control means (5) is configured such that when a user inputs and sets a plurality of physiologically active substances, different kinds of predetermined active liquids are simultaneously ejected from a plurality of predetermined release means (4). Am of course.

As shown in FIG. 3, the discharging means (4) includes a tank (not shown) for storing an active liquid containing a physiologically active substance, and a droplet jetting unit (11) for jetting the active liquid. ).

Examples of the physiologically active substance contained in the above-mentioned active solution include tows having a warming effect. One of the natural aroma components of the tree contained in the ingredients of lashes and ginger, cedar and cypress, etc. Use pinene or the like.

The droplet ejecting section (11) is configured by an ink jet mechanism. The ink jetting mechanism employs a thermal jet method (bubble jet (R) method) and is configured to inject the active liquid at a pressure generated by heating a part of the active liquid to generate bubbles. ing. The droplet ejecting section (11) includes a housing (12), a base plate (13), and a heater board (14).

The base plate (13) and the heat board (14) are each formed in a plate shape, and the heat board (14) is attached to the upper surface of the base plate (13) so as to overlap.

The housing (12) includes a top plate (15) and a front plate (16). The top plate (15) is formed in a plate shape, and is arranged so as to be in contact with the upper surface of the light board (14). The front plate (16) is provided such that one end of the top plate (15) extends downward and the side ends of the pace plate (13) and the heat sink board (14) abut.

On the lower surface of the top plate (15), a plurality of groove-shaped active liquid passages (17) are formed in parallel. The cross section of the active liquid passage (17) is formed in an inverted U-shape, and the lower surface is closed by a light board (14). The front end of the active liquid passage (17) extends to near the front surface of the top plate (15), and the rear end communicates with the tank, and the active liquid is supplied as indicated by an arrow X. In addition, nozzles (18) communicating with the respective active liquid passages (17) are formed on the front surface of the top plate (15).

A plate-shaped heater (IS) for heating the active liquid is embedded in the upper surface of the heater board (14) in the active liquid passage (17).

As shown in FIG. 4, when the heater (19) is heated by applying a voltage to the terminal (Y), the heater (19) boil the active liquid in the vicinity of the heater (19) and generate air bubbles. It is configured. The discharge means (4) is configured so that the surrounding active liquid is displaced by the pressure of the bubbles, and the active liquid is ejected as droplets from the nozzle (18) to the air blown out from the blower (3). Have been. One operation one

Next, the release operation of the physiologically active substance of the physiologically active device (1) will be described. First, as shown in FIG. 4 (A), the active liquid (30) is filled in the active liquid passage (17).

Next, when the heater (19) is turned on, the active liquid ( ³⁰ ) near the heater (19) is rapidly heated, and micro bubbles (31) are generated (see Fig. 4 (B)).

After that, the active liquid evaporates rapidly, and the micro bubbles (31) grow (see Fig. 4 (C)).

Then, when the surface of the heater (19) is further heated (for example, to about 300 ° C.), the minute bubbles (31) become membrane bubbles, and when the bubbles expand to the maximum, the active liquid is discharged into the nozzle. It protrudes from the tip of (18) (see Fig. 4 (D)).

When the film bubble expands to the maximum, the film bubble becomes a heat insulating layer, and the transfer of heat from the surface of the heater (19) to the active liquid (30) is blocked. For this reason, the expansion of the film bubble becomes adiabatic expansion, and the film bubble is rapidly contracted by the cooling by the adiabatic expansion. Due to this contraction, the active liquid swelling from the tip of the nozzle (18) is pulled into the nozzle (18) in reverse, so that the active liquid drops (see FIG. 4 (E)).

The droplet-like active liquid is pushed out from the tip of the nozzle (18) and jumps out of the nozzle (18) as shown by the arrow in FIG. On the other hand, the active liquid passage (17) is filled with the active liquid (30) from the tank by capillary action (see Fig. 4 (F)), and the minute air bubbles (31) are regenerated by heating the heater (19). appear. In other words, while the heater (19) is heating, the generation and disappearance of the film bubbles are repeated, and the droplet (32) of the active liquid is continuously ejected from the tip of the nozzle (18).

— On the other hand, the user inputs the desired physiologically active substance to the control means (5) and then drives the blower (3).

When the blower (3) is driven, the room air sucked into the case sink (2) from the air suction port (not shown) passes through the dust collecting filter (6) and the deodorizing filter (7) in that order, and becomes clean. And is sucked into the blower (3).

The control means (5) drives the predetermined discharge means (4) based on the above-mentioned user's input setting, and the heater (19) of the predetermined discharge means (4) is heated. When the heater (19) is heated, droplets of the active liquid containing a predetermined physiologically active substance are purified from the nozzle (18) in the casing (2) based on the above-described thermal jet type discharging operation. Continuously injected into the air.

Then, the active air containing the predetermined bioactive substance is blown out of the casing (2) from an air outlet (not shown) by the blower (3). Therefore, a predetermined physiologically active substance is released through room air and is taken into the user's body for a long time.

Effect of one embodiment

As described above, according to the present embodiment, the physiologically active substance is released into the room air, and is taken into the body of the user through the room air. The physiologically active substance can be easily taken into the body, and the effect of the physiologically active substance can be maintained for a long time;

Specifically, the user can obtain, for example, a warming effect when the bioactive substance is a component of pepper or ginger, and a sleep-inducing / stress-sedating effect when it is cedrol.

In addition, since the bioactive device (1) uses the thermal inkjet system of the ink jet mechanism for the liquid droplet ejecting section (11), the active liquid containing the physiologically active substance is reliably converted into liquid droplets in the indoor air. By turning on and off the heater (19), the operation of the bioactive device (1) can be easily switched on and off.

In addition, a blower (3) is provided to suck indoor air into the casing (2), and the indoor air contains active air injected from the discharging means (4). ), The physiologically active substance can be positively released into the air. Therefore, the user can reliably ingest the physiologically active substance into the body.

Also, since a plurality of release means (4) are provided (three in this embodiment), a plurality of different bioactive substances can be stored, and the user can obtain a plurality of different bioactive effects. Can be obtained.

Further, since the control means (5) is provided, the user can control the control means ( ⁵ ). By inputting and setting the information, the physiologically active substance desired by the user can be released into the air.

Further, since the bioactive device (1) also has an air purifying function, the bioactive substance can be taken into the body while performing the air purifying action.

Embodiment 2-Next, Embodiment 2 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, the dust collecting filter (6) and the deodorizing filter (7) in the first embodiment are removed, and the portable device is downsized.

This allows the user to always and easily obtain the bioactive effect while staying outdoors. Other configurations, operations, and effects are the same as those of the first embodiment. One other embodiment

The present invention may be configured as follows in the above embodiment.

For example, in the first embodiment, the bioactive device (1) of the present invention is incorporated in an air conditioning function, that is, an air conditioner or the like.

Further, in each of the above embodiments, the active liquid is ejected to the discharge means (4) by using a thermal jet method of an ink jet mechanism. However, for example, a container storing the active liquid is provided with an opening / closing means, By opening the container, the active liquid may be naturally vaporized and released into the air. Also, the active liquid may be evaporated and released into the air by heating the active liquid mat or the like impregnated with the active liquid.

Further, in each of the above embodiments, a plurality of discharging means (4) are provided. However, as shown in FIG. 5, it is needless to say that only one discharging means (4) may be provided.

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The following may be used as the physiologically active substance contained in the above-mentioned active solution. (1) Bioactive substances that alleviate allergies such as hay fever

For example, German chamomile and arrow. In these, azulene relieves inflammation in the affected area, suppresses the release of histamine, which causes allergic symptoms, and suppresses the onset of symptoms. There are also perilla extract and perilla oil. These alleviate allergies by inhibiting the body defense function. In addition, there is a Lapenda spy force. This is because ingredients such as camphor and menthone make the nose run better. Others include arlinolenic acid.

(2) Bioactive substances that improve immunity against colds

For example, geraniums and tea trees. These have a bactericidal action by terbineol.

(3) Bioactive substances that prevent hyperlipidemia

For example, EP A / D HA (eicosapenic acid Z docosahexaenoic acid). This lowers cholesterol in the blood and prevents hyperlipidemia. There is also soybean soflavone. It lowers cholesterol by a similar effect to the female hormone estrogen.

(4) Bioactive substance that improves arteriosclerosis

For example, there is EP A / D HA. This lowers cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood and prevents arteriosclerosis. There is also vitamin E. This inhibits cholesterol oxidation and prevents arteriosclerosis. There are also chitosan, ginkgo biloba and soy isoflavone. They improve arteriosclerosis by acting in a manner similar to the female hormone estrogen.

(5) Bioactive substance that alleviates diabetes

For example, there is mulberry leaf extract. It alleviates diabetes by inhibiting the action of enzymes such as α'-amylase and -dalcosidase, which are involved in the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates.

(6) Bioactive substance that relieves hypertension

For example, there is lavender. This regulates the work of the circulatory system and lowers blood pressure. There are also geranium and rutin. They suppress the rise in blood pressure by weakening the action of the vasoconstrictor angiotensin. (7) Physiologically active substance for recovery from fatigue, such as slipping of the head

For example, caffeine and guarana extract. This has the effect of restoring fatigue and preventing sleepiness due to stimulation of the central nervous system of caffeine. Another example is peppermint.

(8) Physiologically active substance with diet effect

For example, guarana extract. It burns fat by improving metabolism by caffeine. There is also Garcinia. It inhibits fat accumulation by [-] hydroxycunic acid and promotes fat burning. There is also L-carnitine. It is an essential substance that promotes the metabolism of fatty acids. It efficiently produces energy, improves exercise endurance, and achieves anti-fatigue effects. Also, there are vanillin, aricin and power psycin. They stimulate the sympathetic nerves and promote metabolic functions. Also, there are conjugated linoleic acid, citrus aurenium and forskolin. These have a fat burning effect. There is also lavender. This is effective when you are irritated and want to eat, because it has the effect of calming the elevated nerves. Others include tonalin.

(9) Physiologically active substances that activate the body

For example, Koenzym Q10. This is an essential substance for producing ATP, and various symptoms are improved by making ATP efficiently.

(10) Bioactive substance to prevent dementia

For example, Mouth-sumari and Ginkgo biloba extract. These have the effect of increasing cerebral blood flow. Others include soy lecithin, EPA / DHA, vitamin E and phosphatidylcholine.

(1 1) Bioactive substance that improves coldness

Examples include vanillin, gingerol, ginkgo biloba extract and orange oil (limonene). These have the effect of promoting blood circulation.

(12) Bioactive substance that improves constipation and diarrhea

For example, there is Akamegashi. It has an intestinal function.

(13) Bioactive substance that activates the brain

For example, Ash ヮ ganda. This works on the human homeostasis system.

(14) Bioactive substance for preventing acne For example, there is a mixture of gluco-oligosaccharide, glucose and fructose. This allows the beneficial indigenous bacteria to specifically grow and remain healthy.

(15) Bioactive substances that protect the skin

For example, there is sodium alginate. Since it has a high degree of polymerization and high molecular weight, it stays on the skin surface and protects the skin from smoke and the like.

(16) Bioactive substance with whitening effect

For example, vitamin C (including stabilized bimin C). This suppresses the production of melanin. There are also cranberry powder, evening primrose extract, apple polyphenols and proanthocyanidins. These have an antioxidant effect.

(17) Bioactive substance that improves wrinkles

Examples include ceramide, hyaluronic acid, collagen and squalene. These have a water retention effect. Others include elastin and the B vitamins.

(18) Bioactive substances that suppress smoking

For example, Citrus Green and / or Rotten.

(19) Bioactive substance with antidepressant effect

For example, St. John's wort. This raises brain levels of serotonin and alleviates mood depression. Others include hop and chamomile extract o Industrial availability

As described above, the bioactive device according to the present invention is useful when a bioactive substance is taken into the body, and is particularly suitable when a bioactive substance is taken through the air.

Claims

1. A physiologically active device for ingesting a physiologically active substance into the body via air, wherein an active agent containing the physiologically active substance is stored, and a release means ( ⁴ ) for releasing the active agent into the air. )

A physiologically active device, characterized in that: Contract

2. In Claim 1,

The activator is composed of an active solution containing a physiologically active substance,

of

The discharge means (4) includes a droplet ejecting section (11) for ejecting the stored active liquid as droplets.

Enclosure

A physiologically active device, characterized in that:

3. In Claim 2,

The droplet ejecting section (11) is constituted by an ink jet mechanism.

A physiologically active device, characterized in that:

4. In Claim 3,

The droplet ejecting section (11) is configured to eject the active liquid at a pressure generated by heating a part of the active liquid to generate bubbles.

A physiologically active device, characterized in that:

5. In Claim 2,

Casing (2),

A blower (3) housed in the casing (2) for sucking the outside air of the casing (2) and blowing it out of the casing (2);

The discharge means (is configured to inject an active liquid into the external air sucked into the casing (2) by the blower ( ³ ) to generate active air containing the active liquid. And a bioactive device.

6. In Claim 1,

A plurality of the release means (4) are provided so as to release a plurality of different physiologically active substances.

A physiologically active device, characterized in that:

7. In Claim 6,

A control means (5) for controlling a plurality of discharge means (4) and controlling the operation of the discharge means (4) so that the predetermined discharge means (4) discharges a predetermined activator. Characteristic bioactive device.