WO2019131808A1

WO2019131808A1 - Odor presenting system

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Publication number: WO2019131808A1
Application number: PCT/JP2018/047958
Authority: WO
Inventors: 健太郎川口
Original assignee: バクソーインク．; 健太郎川口
Priority date: 2017-12-27
Filing date: 2018-12-26
Publication date: 2019-07-04

Abstract

[Problem] To provide an odor presenting system suitable for a head mounted content presenting device. [Solution] Provided is an odor presenting system which is configured to be attachable to and detachable from a head mounted content presenting device, and which is provided with a base device to be connected to a control unit that controls content to be displayed by the head mounted content presenting device, one or a plurality of fragrance cartridges which are configured to be attachable to and detachable from the base device and which are partially or entirely filled with a fragrance in a volatile state, and one or a plurality of blowing devices which are disposed inside the base device or inside the fragrance cartridges to form an airflow causing the fragrance in a volatile state inside each fragrance cartridge to be released from said cartridge, wherein, on the basis of an odor presentation command signal generated by the control unit in accordance with the content, a corresponding blowing device is operated to release the fragrance in a volatile state from the fragrance cartridge.

Description

Odor presentation system

The present invention relates to an odor presentation system for use with a head-mounted content presentation device such as a head-mounted display or virtual reality (VR) goggles.

In recent years, a head mounted type content presentation apparatus such as a head mount display is mounted, and predetermined contents such as video games, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mix can be easily obtained. It is possible to enjoy video content related to de reality (MR) and the like.

On the other hand, attempts have been made to provide users with experiences closer to reality by simultaneously stimulating the five senses other than the visual sense as the technology of VR and the like advances. In particular, in recent years, attention has been focused on stimulating the sense of smell as well as vision and providing a more realistic experience, for example, Patent Document 1 relates to the composition of the space by odor presentation to those who use the VR space. A system for storing more information has been disclosed.

JP 2007-79620 A

However, the reality is that a virtual reality presentation device that stimulates the sense of smell besides vision is still in the research stage. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a technique for atomizing a perfume with an ultrasonic transducer according to the distance to a component in the VR space to present an odor. However, this document does not disclose the specific hardware configuration of the odor presentation device, and also how to combine the odor presentation device with the head-mounted content presentation device in practice. There is no description. Furthermore, there are no weight or cost considerations.

The present invention has been made under the above technical background, and an object thereof is to provide an odor presentation system suitable for a head-mounted content presentation apparatus.

Other objects and effects of the present invention will be easily understood by those skilled in the art by referring to the following description of the specification.

The above technical problems can be solved by an odor presentation system having the following configuration.

That is, the odor presentation system according to the present disclosure is detachably connected to a head-mounted content presentation apparatus, and connected to a control unit that controls content presented to the head-mounted content presentation apparatus. A base device, one or more fragrance cartridges configured to be detachable from the base device and partially or entirely filled with a volatile fragrance, and disposed inside the base device or the fragrance cartridge And one or a plurality of blowers that form an air flow for releasing the volatile perfume in each of the perfume cartridges from each of the cartridges, and an odor presentation command generated according to the content in the control unit. Odor presentation, wherein the corresponding blower is operated based on the signal and the volatile cartridge is released from the perfume cartridge It is a stem.

According to such a configuration, since the head-mounted type content presentation device is detachable, it is possible to retrofit the head-mounted type content presentation device and provide an odor presentation system easily, and the perfume cartridge can also be replaced. , Can produce various odors according to the content. In addition, since the fragrance in the volatile state is released by the air blower, the residual odor due to the adhesion of the fragrance to the skin surface is smaller compared to the configuration in which atomization is performed to spray the fragrance, etc. It is suitable for presenting a series of various odors.

Further, the base device is detachably configured to the bottom surface of the head-mounted content presentation device, and each of the perfume cartridges is disposed approximately in front of the nose of the wearer of the head-mounted content presentation device. May be arranged in series on a predetermined surface of the base device.

According to such a configuration, the perfume can be appropriately perceived using the bottom surface of the head-mounted content presentation device and the space below the bottom.

Furthermore, each of the perfume cartridges is arranged in a fan shape so as to substantially face the nose centering around the nose of the wearer of the head-mounted content presentation device, thereby releasing the cartridge discharged from each of the cartridges The volatile perfume may be released toward the nose.

According to such a configuration, since each perfume cartridge is arranged in a fan shape around the nose, the wearer of the head-mounted content presentation device can properly perceive the odor with directivity and the surroundings Dissipation of odor to the skin is suppressed.

The base device may further include a power supply unit, and each of the perfume cartridges may receive power directly or indirectly from the power supply unit of the base device by being attached to the base device. Good

According to such a configuration, since only the base device has the power supply unit and each perfume cartridge does not need to have the power supply unit, it is possible to realize weight reduction which is an important element in the head-mounted content presentation apparatus It also becomes possible to reduce the cost of the perfume cartridge.

Furthermore, the base device further comprises a power supply, each perfume cartridge comprising a single main perfume cartridge and one or more dependent perfume cartridges, the main perfume cartridge being connected to the base apparatus It is electrically connected to the base device by being mounted, and receives power from the base device, and the dependent perfume cartridge is electrically connected to the main perfume cartridge directly or via an adjacent subordinate perfume cartridge. And, power may be received from the main perfume cartridge.

According to such a configuration, since the perfume cartridge does not need to have a power supply unit, it is possible to realize weight reduction, which is an important element in a head-mounted content presentation device, and to realize the base device and the perfume cartridge. Since the electrical contact between them is only between the main perfume cartridge and the base device, the number of contacts can be reduced, the number of parts can be reduced, and the possibility of contact failure etc. can be reduced. .

Each of the perfume cartridges has a unique perfume ID according to the type of perfume, and when the main perfume cartridge or the subordinate perfume cartridge receives the odor presentation command signal, the perfume ID corresponding to the odor presentation command signal The odor presentation instruction signal including the perfume ID may be transmitted to the adjacent perfume cartridge until the main perfume cartridge or the secondary perfume cartridge having the.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to efficiently transmit data up to the perfume cartridge which generates a target predetermined odor.

Furthermore, each said air blower may be arrange | positioned inside the each perfume cartridge, respectively.

According to such a configuration, since the blower is disposed inside the perfume cartridge, the sealing performance of the perfume cartridge can be improved.

Further, the operation history information of each of the blowers is stored in a storage unit in each of the perfume cartridges, whereby the control unit estimates the remaining amount of the perfume in each of the perfume cartridges. It may be.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to grasp the remaining amount of the perfume in the cartridge based on the operation history information of the blower.

Furthermore, the operation history information of each of the blowers may be stored in a storage unit in each of the perfume cartridges.

According to such a configuration, since the operation history is accumulated in each of the perfume cartridges, it can be used in various ways thereafter.

Furthermore, the odor presentation system further includes an information aggregation server that receives and stores information, and the operation history information stored in the storage unit in each of the cartridges is transmitted to the information aggregation server. It may be accumulated.

According to such a configuration, since information is accumulated in the information aggregation server, it is possible to aggregate and analyze information on odor presentation and perform information provision.

Furthermore, the odor presentation instruction signal may include at least information corresponding to the type of the perfume, an operation time of the blower, and an output intensity.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to adjust which perfume to be released to what extent, and thereby, it is possible to perform detailed rendering according to the content.

Further, the control unit transmits a mounting cartridge detection signal to each of the perfume cartridges via the base device and detects a response thereof to detect each of the perfume cartridges attached to the base device. It may be done.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to confirm the installation state of the perfume cartridge from the control unit, etc., and easily recognize whether the attached perfume cartridge is correctly recognized or what kind of perfume the perfume cartridge is attached to It can be confirmed.

The odor presentation system further includes one or more wind discharge cartridges configured to be detachable from the base device and capable of releasing warm air or cold air, and the air blower further includes the air discharge cartridge. An air flow for releasing warm air or cold air from a cartridge is formed, and the corresponding air blower operates based on a wind presentation instruction signal generated according to the content in the control unit, and the warm air or air from the wind cartridge is operated. Cold air may be emitted.

According to such a configuration, temperature can be presented in addition to the smell, and more diverse experiences can be provided.

The odor presentation system further comprises one or more water droplet discharge cartridges which are detachably configured with the base device and capable of discharging water droplets, and the blower further comprises water droplets from each of the water droplet discharge cartridges. And the control unit operates the corresponding air blower based on the water droplet presentation command signal generated according to the content in the control unit, and the water droplet is discharged from the water droplet discharge cartridge. It may be.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to release a water droplet in addition to the odor, and provide a more diverse experience.

The base device further includes a mounting slot for mounting each of the perfume cartridges, and when the perfume cartridge is mounted on the mounting slot, each of the perfumes is observed when facing the base device. The cartridge may be arranged so as not to be visible.

According to such a configuration, since the appearance of the odor presentation system does not depend on the appearance or shape of the fragrance cartridge, not only the appearance is excellent, but the odor presentation system capable of providing design freedom for the shape of the fragrance cartridge is provided. be able to.

Each of the perfume cartridges may further have an air vent on the side of the head-mounted content presentation device that faces the user's head when the perfume cartridge is attached to the base device.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to more reliably present an appropriate odor to the user.

The base device may be detachable from the head mounted content presentation device via an attachment member.

According to such a configuration, the base device and the head-mounted content presentation device can be more easily attached and detached via the attachment member.

Furthermore, the present disclosure can be conceived as a perfume cartridge. That is, the perfume cartridge according to the present disclosure is detachably configured to the head-mounted content presentation apparatus, and is connected to a control unit that controls the content presented to the head-mounted content presentation apparatus. A base device, one or more fragrance cartridges configured to be detachable from the base device and partially or entirely filled with a volatile fragrance, and disposed inside the base device or the fragrance cartridge; One or more air blowers that form an air flow that releases the volatile state fragrance in each of the fragrance cartridges from each of the cartridges, and an odor presentation command signal generated according to the content in the control unit , The corresponding air blower is operated, and the volatile perfume is released from the perfume cartridge. Temu, a perfume cartridge in.

According to the present disclosure, it is possible to provide an odor presentation system suitable for a head-mounted content presentation device.

FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of the odor presentation system. FIG. 2 is a schematic configuration view of a perfume cartridge. FIG. 3 is an explanatory view showing the arrangement of the perfume cartridge. FIG. 4 is a schematic configuration view of a central cross section of the main perfume cartridge. FIG. 5 is an electrical configuration (part 1) of the entire system according to the embodiment. FIG. 6 is an electrical configuration (part 2) of the entire system according to the embodiment. FIG. 7 is a procedure flow until the game start. FIG. 8 is a flow of confirmation of the mounting state of the perfume cartridge. FIG. 9 shows the details of the ID information reception process. FIG. 10 is an odor presentation processing flow. FIG. 11 is a six-sided view of the base device according to the second embodiment. FIG. 12 is an explanatory view of a process of attaching the perfume cartridge to the base device. FIG. 13 is an external perspective view of a perfume cartridge. FIG. 14 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a perfume cartridge. FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram of a method of attaching the base device to the head-mounted content presentation device. FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram of a case where the base device is fixed to the head-mounted content presentation device by a band. FIG. 17 is a confirmation flow (second embodiment) of the mounting state of the perfume cartridge. FIG. 18 is an odor presentation processing flow (second embodiment). FIG. 19 is a schematic configuration diagram according to a modification. FIG. 20 is a schematic configuration diagram of a system according to a modification.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the odor presentation system 10 according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

<1. First embodiment>
Hereinafter, the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS.

<1.1 Configuration>
First, the configuration of the odor presentation system 10 and the configuration of the devices constituting the odor presentation system 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 6.

FIG. 1 is an exploded view of a head-mounted content presentation device 1 and an odor presentation system 10. As is clear from the figure, the odor presentation system 10 is detachably fixed to the base device 3 of a curved rectangular parallelepiped shape and the bottom of the base device 3 by a predetermined fitting structure (not shown), and different perfumes are different inside And a plurality of (five in the present embodiment) flavoring cartridges 5. The head-mounted type content presentation device 1 includes a substantially box-shaped main body portion 11 and an information processing device 7 disposed and fixed such that the display surface faces the eyes of the wearer when being mounted inside the main body portion 11; The magnetic sheet disposed on the top surface of the base device 3 of the base device 3 is composed of the fixing band portion 12 extending from the side surface and the top surface of the main body portion 11 and the bottom surface of the body portion 11 and the top surface of the base device 3 It is detachably coupled via the portion 31. That is, for the person wearing the head-mounted type content presentation device 1, the perfume cartridge 5 is disposed approximately in front of the nose.

In the present embodiment, the base device 3 is coupled to the bottom surface of the main body 11 of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 through the magnetic sheet portion 31. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. In short, as long as the base device 3 can be fixed to the bottom side of the main body 11, for example, an elastic tightening band, an adhesive that enables temporary or non-temporary fixation, the main body You may use the clip etc. which fix using 11 groove | channels etc.

According to such a configuration, since the head-mounted content presentation device 1 and the base device 3 are detachable, the odor presentation system 10 can be easily realized by retrofitting to the head-mounted content presentation device 1 . Further, since the perfume cartridge 5 is also replaceable, various odors can be generated in accordance with the content. Furthermore, the wearer of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 can appropriately perceive the perfume by using the bottom surface of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 and the space below the bottom surface.

FIG. 2 is a schematic configuration view of the perfume cartridge 5. As is clear from the figure, the perfume cartridge according to the present embodiment includes the main perfume cartridge 51 disposed at the center of the base device 3 and the four subordinate perfume cartridges 55 a disposed and connected to the main perfume cartridge 51 in series. And 55d.

FIG. 2A is an external perspective view of the main perfume cartridge 51. As is apparent from the figure, the main perfume cartridge 51 has a spring connector terminal 511 connected to the base device 3 on the top surface, an outside air intake port 512 on the front surface, and a back surface (the wearer of the head mounted content presentation device 1 A small-diameter perfume discharge hole (not shown) in the face facing the face), a connection terminal 513 used for connection with the subordinate perfume cartridge 55 adjacent on the left side on the left side, a subordinate perfume cartridge 55 adjacent on the right side on the right side And a connection terminal 514 (not shown) used for connection. As described later, transmission and reception of control signals and power reception are performed via these

terminals

511, 513, 514.

FIG. 2 (b) is an external perspective view of the dependent fragrance cartridge 55b. As is apparent from the figure, the external air intake port 552b is provided on the front surface (the surface facing the wearer's face of the head-mounted content presentation device 1) of the dependent fragrance cartridge 55b, and the back surface (the head-mounted content presentation device 1). Of the small diameter perfume not shown on the face of the wearer's face), the connection terminal 551b used for connection with the subordinate perfume cartridge 55 adjacent on the left side on the left side, the right side on the right side A connection terminal 553b (not shown) used for connection with the adjacent dependent perfume cartridge 55 is provided. As described later, transmission and reception of control signals and power reception are performed via the terminals 551b and 553b.

FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram of the case where the odor presentation system 10 is observed from below the face of the wearer of the head-mounted type content presentation apparatus 1. As is clear from the figure, each perfume cartridge 5 is arranged in a circular arc (C) or a fan shape centering around the nose of the wearer, and the outlet for each perfume of each perfume cartridge 5 is the nose. It is aimed at.

According to such a configuration, since each perfume cartridge 5 is arranged in a fan shape around the nose, it is possible for the wearer of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 to properly perceive the odor with directivity. At the same time, the dissipation of odor to the surroundings is suppressed.

FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a central cross section of the main fragrance cartridge 51. As is clear from the figure, a fragrance inclusion container 527 containing a predetermined fragrance 528 is disposed on the bottom of the main fragrance cartridge 51, and the fragrance 528 is sucked up to the non-woven fabric 525 through the core portion 526 made of sponge and volatilized. The cartridge is full in the condition. Inside the small-diameter suction holes 512 and the discharge holes 515 of the main perfume cartridge 51, anti-backflow valves 521, 522 (for example, silicon valves) having the function of retaining the internal gas into the cartridges are provided. As a result, the inside of the main perfume cartridge 51 is substantially sealed. As described above, the top surface of the main perfume cartridge 51 is provided with the spring connector terminal 511 for exchanging control signals with the base device 3 and the electric power, and the spring connector terminal 511 It is connected to the control board 523 via As described later, a control circuit and a power supply circuit are provided on the control board 523, and the control circuit is connected to the fan 524 to control the fan 524. At the front of the output side of the fan 524, a guide portion 529 for guiding the gas sent by the fan 524 to the discharge hole 515 and collecting the gas is provided.

That is, when the fan 524 operates in the inside of the main fragrance cartridge 51, the volatile fragrance 528 filled in the main fragrance cartridge 51 is released to the outside through the release holes 515. Although the spring connector terminal 511 is not provided on the top surface, the configuration for releasing the fragrance by the fan is substantially the same also in the subsidiary fragrance cartridges 55a to 55d.

According to such a configuration, since the fragrance 528 in the volatilized state is released by the fan 524, the odor due to the adhesion of the fragrance to the skin surface is more compared to the configuration etc. in which atomization is performed to spray the fragrance. It is suitable for the presentation of a series of various odors during content reproduction with little remainder etc.

In addition, since the fan 524 is disposed inside the perfume cartridge 5, the sealing property of the perfume cartridge 5 can be improved, and the odor leakage and the like can be prevented.

Next, the electrical configuration of the entire system according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 and 6.

FIG. 5 shows the information processing device 7 disposed and fixed inside the main body 11 of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 and the base device 3 coupled to the bottom surface of the head-mounted content presentation device 1. It is a figure explaining composition. The information processing device 7 is, for example, a device such as a smartphone or a tablet, and a control unit 701 including a CPU and a microcomputer, an input unit 702 including a touch panel and a circuit for inputting the same, an external device and Bluetooth (registered trademark) A short distance communication unit 703 comprising a communication unit for performing short distance communication according to the standard, a storage unit 704 comprising a ROM, a RAM and the like for storing an operation program and predetermined video content and the like, and a display on a display under control of the control unit 701 A display unit 705, a voice output unit 706 for voice output, and a wireless communication unit 707 comprising a wireless communication unit for performing wireless communication according to a communication standard such as LTE, which mutually communicate via a communication line such as a bus It is combined. The information processing device 7 communicates with a short distance communication unit 301 of the base device 3 to be described later using the short distance wireless communication unit 703 to exchange signals. Note that these configurations are supplied with power by a power supply unit 708 formed of a rechargeable battery or the like.

Further, as is clear from the figure, the base device 3 is composed of a microcomputer or the like, a control unit 302 which performs various control by execution of a program, a short distance wireless communication unit 703 of the information processing device 7 and Bluetooth (registered trademark) etc. A short distance communication unit 301 including a communication unit that performs short distance communication according to the standard is provided. The control unit 302 is connected to the signal terminal 307 via the transmission / reception unit 305 that performs processing such as encoding / decoding of control signals etc., and via the signal terminal 307, for example, an external device such as the perfume cartridge 5 and the like. Send and receive signals. In the present embodiment, the base device 3 has a power supply unit 303 composed of a rechargeable battery or the like inside, and feeds power to a device connected to the feed terminal 306 via the power supply unit 304. . That is, the information processing device 7 disposed and fixed inside the main body 11 of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 and the base device 3 coupled to the bottom surface of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 are Bluetooth ( It is connected by short distance communication such as a registered trademark) to transmit and receive signals.

FIG. 6 is an explanatory view showing the electrical configuration of the base device 3, the main fragrance cartridge 51 connected to the base device 3, and the dependent fragrance cartridge 55 b connected to the main fragrance cartridge 51. As described above, the base device 3 has the signal terminal 307 and the feeding terminal 306, and when the base device 3 and the main perfume cartridge 51 are in the coupled state, the signal terminal 307 and the top surface of the main perfume cartridge 51 are The provided signal terminal 522, power supply terminal 306 and power reception terminal 521 are respectively connected, whereby transmission and reception of signals between the base device 3 and the main perfume cartridge 51, and from the base device 3 to the main perfume cartridge 51 Power supply is performed.

The main perfume cartridge 51 includes a control unit 524 including a microcomputer and the like, a storage unit 525 including a ROM, a RAM and the like, and a fan operation unit 527 including a drive circuit for operating the fan 524 disposed therein. When a predetermined control signal is received from the base device 3 via the transmission / reception unit 526, the fan 524 is operated via the fan operation unit 527 or left and right signal terminals 530a, 530b (513, 514). And transmits / receives a signal to / from an external device such as the dependent perfume cartridge 55b. The base device 3 does not have a power supply unit such as a rechargeable battery, and operates by being supplied with power via the power reception unit 523. In addition, when the subordinate perfume cartridge 55b and the like are connected to the left and right of the main perfume cartridge 51, the main perfume cartridge 51 is connected to the left and right

power distribution units

529a and 529b and the

feeding terminals

531a and 531b connected thereto. Supply power.

The dependent fragrance cartridge 55b includes a control unit 560b including a microcomputer and the like, a storage unit 561b including ROM, RAM and the like, and a fan operation unit 559b including a drive circuit for operating a fan disposed therein. . When the subordinate perfume cartridge 55b is adjacent to the main perfume cartridge 51 and connected, the signal terminal 530a on the right side of the main perfume cartridge 51, the signal terminal 555b on the left side of the subordinate perfume cartridge 55b, and the main perfume cartridge 51. Power supply terminal 531a on the right side and the power reception terminal 556b on the left side of the dependent fragrance cartridge 55b are connected, thereby transmitting / receiving a signal between the main fragrance cartridge 51 and the dependent fragrance cartridge 55b using the transmitting / receiving unit 557b. Power feeding from the main fragrance cartridge 51 to the dependent fragrance cartridge 55b using the power reception unit 558b is performed. When the dependent perfume cartridge 55a is further connected to the right side surface of the dependent perfume cartridge 55b, in the same manner, the signal of the dependent perfume cartridge 55b is transmitted through the transmission / reception unit 562b and the signal terminal 564b, the power distribution unit 563b, and the feeding terminal 565b. Transmission and reception and power supply are performed.

According to such a configuration, since the perfume cartridge 5 does not need to have a power supply unit such as a battery, weight reduction which is an important element in the head-mounted type content presentation device 1 can be realized. Also, since the electrical contact between the base device 3 and the main perfume cartridge 51 is only between the main perfume cartridge 51 and the base device 3, the number of contacts etc. can be reduced and the number of parts can be reduced. The possibility of contact failure with the base device 3 can be reduced.

<1.2 operation>
The operation of the odor presentation system will be described by taking video game content as an example with reference to FIGS. 7 to 10.

<1.2.1 Procedure to start the game>
First, the procedure until the user starts the video game will be described with reference to FIG. 7 to FIG.

FIG. 7 shows a procedure flow until the game start. First, the user activates the information processing device 7 storing the game program (application program) (S101). After activation, the user mounts the perfume cartridge 5 on the base device 3 and activates the base device 3 (S102). Thereafter, the information processing device 7 and the base device 3, and the information processing device 7 and the operation device of the information processing device are respectively paired according to the Bluetooth (registered trademark) standard to establish a connection (S103). After the connection is established, the game program of the information processing device 7 is activated and the information processing device 7 is disposed and fixed inside the main body 11 of the head-mounted type content presentation device 1 (S104). By fixing in this manner, the display surface of the information processing device 7 is disposed in front of the user's eyes. Next, on the initial setting screen of the game program, a confirmation process (described later) of the perfume cartridge 5 mounted on the base device 3 is performed (S105). Finally, the game is started using the operation device (S106), and the procedure ends.

FIG. 8 shows the confirmation processing flow of the perfume cartridge 5 mounted on the base device 3. As apparent from the figure, when the base device 3 in the standby state (S201 NO) receives the mounting status confirmation command from the information processing device 7 (S201 YES), the base device 3 sends the base device 3 to the base device 3 by a known predetermined method. It is determined whether the main fragrance cartridge 51 is attached (S202). When the main perfume cartridge 51 is not attached to the base device 3 (NO in S202), the base device 3 transmits a signal indicating that the perfume cartridge 5 is not attached to the information processing device 7. The information processing device 7 having received the signal recognizes that no perfume cartridge 5 is attached and displays that the perfume cartridge 5 is not detected, and the process ends. On the other hand, when the main perfume cartridge 51 is attached to the base device 3 (YES in S202), the base device 3 transmits the attachment status confirmation command of the perfume cartridge 51 to the main perfume cartridge 51 ( In step S203, the process waits until the ID information of each perfume cartridge 5 indicating the mounting state of the perfume cartridge 5 on the base device 3 is received (NO in S204).

On the other hand, when the main perfume cartridge 51 in the standby state (S206 NO) receives the attachment status confirmation command (YES in S206), the main perfume cartridge 51 performs a process of receiving ID information of all the perfume cartridges 5 attached to the base device 3 (S207) ).

FIG. 9 is a view showing the details of the process of receiving the ID information of the fragrance cartridge 5. As apparent from the figure, when the process starts, the main perfume cartridge 51 detects whether or not the adjacent perfume cartridge 55 (the

subordinate perfume cartridge

55b or 55c) is present (S2071). If there is no adjacent perfume cartridge 55, the process ends. On the other hand, when there is an adjacent perfume cartridge 55, a transmission request for ID information is transmitted to the adjacent perfume cartridge 5 (S2072). The ID information is information unique to each perfume cartridge 5, and in the present embodiment, is information on the type of perfume. After transmitting this transmission request, the main perfume cartridge 51 is in a standby state until it receives ID information from the adjacent perfume cartridge 5 (S 2073).

When the dependent perfume cartridge 55 in the predetermined standby state (S2075 NO) receives the request for the ID information (S2075 YES), it detects whether or not the adjacent perfume cartridge 55 exists (S2076). If the adjacent perfume cartridge 55 does not exist (S2076 NO), its own ID information is transmitted to the main perfume cartridge 51 (S2079), and the process ends. On the other hand, when there is an adjacent perfume cartridge 55 (S2076 YES), a transmission request for ID information is transmitted to the adjacent perfume cartridge 55 (S2077), and the ID information is sent from the adjacent (subordinate) perfume cartridge 55. It will be in a standby state until it receives (S2078NO). As described above, as long as the adjacent perfume cartridge 55 exists, the transmission request for the ID information is transmitted to the adjacent perfume cartridge 55, so that the ID information of all the perfume cartridges lower than itself is received and recognized. be able to. When all ID information lower than the adjacent perfume cartridge 5 is received (S2078 YES), transmission processing of all ID information including one's own ID information is finally performed (S2079), and then the process ends.

Returning to the flow of the main perfume cartridge 51, when the main perfume cartridge 51 receives all the ID information lower than itself (S2073 YES), the reception process of the ID information ends.

Returning to FIG. 8, when the reception process (S207) of the ID information of all the perfume cartridges 5 mounted on the base device 3 is completed, all the ID information including its own ID information is transmitted to the base device 3 . When the base device 3 receives all of the ID information (YES in S204), the mounting condition of the perfume cartridge 5 to the base device 3, that is, information on which perfume cartridge 5 including what kind of perfume is installed at which location The process is transmitted to the information processing device 7 (S205), and the process ends. When the information processing device 7 receives the information, the information processing device 7 presents, based on the information, what perfume cartridge 5 is currently connected on the display of the information processing device 7.

According to such a configuration, it can be easily confirmed whether the attached perfume cartridge 5 is correctly recognized and what kind of perfume the perfume cartridge 5 is attached.

<1.2.2 Smell presentation processing in game>
Next, with reference to FIG. 10, an odor presentation processing flow until the odor presentation is performed in the video game will be described.

As apparent from FIG. 10, at the start of processing, the base device 3, the main perfume cartridge 51, and the subordinate perfume cartridge 55 are in a standby state for receiving the odor presentation command (S301 NO, S305 NO, S310 NO). In this state, when the odor presentation instruction is received from the information processing device 7 (YES in S301), the base device 3 transmits the odor presentation instruction to the main perfume cartridge (S302). In the present embodiment, the odor presentation instruction includes information (ID information) corresponding to the type of perfume, the operation time of the fan and the output intensity (the number of rotations of the fan, etc.). The odor presentation instruction is generated according to the content of the video game. For example, in the case of a shooting game, when a gun or the like is used in the game, a command for presenting the odor of the explosive is generated, and when moving through the forest, a command for presenting the odor of the forest is generated. In the case of drinking coffee, a presentation instruction of the smell of coffee will be generated. Moreover, according to the intensity, distance, etc. of the object, the intensity of the odor is also specified to generate the command.

When the main perfume cartridge 51 receives an odor presentation command (YES in S305), the main perfume cartridge 51 determines whether the ID information included in the odor presentation command matches its own ID (S306). If the IDs match (YES in S306), the fan is driven with a predetermined operation time and intensity based on the odor presentation command (S307). On the other hand, if the IDs do not match (S306 NO), processing is performed to transmit an odor presentation command to the adjacent perfume cartridge 55 (S308).

When the dependent perfume cartridge 55 receives the odor presentation command (YES in S310), the subordinate perfume cartridge 55 determines whether the ID information included in the odor presentation command matches its own ID (S311). If the IDs match (YES in S311), the fan is driven with a predetermined operation time and intensity based on the odor presentation command (S312). On the other hand, when the IDs do not match (S311 NO), processing is performed to transmit an odor presentation command to the adjacent perfume cartridge 55. This series of processing is repeated until it matches the ID.

In the present embodiment, it is assumed that commands such as a mounting status check command and an odor presentation command are generated in an application program operating on the information processing device 7, and the commands are transmitted to the base device 3. Although described, these instructions may be designed, defined, etc. using an interface such as a so-called API (application programming interface). That is, the designer of the software of the odor presentation system 10 discloses the API created for controlling the odor presentation system 10, and the person who performs the programming of the video game designs various commands while referring to it. May be

<2. Second embodiment>
Next, a second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 18.

<2.1 Configuration>
The configuration of the odor presentation system according to the present embodiment is also substantially the same as that of the odor presentation system 10 according to the first embodiment. That is, the odor presentation system according to the present embodiment includes the base device 100 and a plurality of perfume cartridges 120 mounted on the base device 100, and is attached to the bottom surface of the head-mounted content presentation device 1. .

FIG. 11 is a six-sided view of the base device 100 according to the second embodiment. At the center of the figure, a front view of the base device 100 according to the present embodiment, right and left side views at the right and left thereof, a bottom view below it, and a rear view and a plan view are respectively drawn thereon.

As apparent from FIG. 11, the base device 100 has a fan-shaped or bowed housing 80. A push button 108 for turning on / off the device power is provided on the right side in the case of facing straight, and a connection terminal 102 for micro USB is provided on the left side. The connection terminal 102 is mainly used for charging and feeding by connection with an external device, and transmission and reception of signals.

On the top surface of the base device 100, two

circular magnets

103a and 103b are provided symmetrically with respect to the center line. The

magnets

103a and 103b function as coupling means to the head-mounted content presentation device 1 as described later.

On the bottom surface and the back surface of the base device 100, five flavor mounting slots 105 for mounting the flavor cartridge 120 having a substantially trapezoidal cross section are provided in series along the longitudinal direction of the housing 80. Each of the perfume attachment slots 105 is provided with an expandable spring pin 106 for electrically connecting with the cartridge of each perfume cartridge 105. A pair of left and right claws 107 for temporarily holding each flavoring cartridge 105 is provided on the inner wall of each flavoring slot 105. Since the size of each of the spice attachment slots 105 is substantially the same as that of the spice cartridge 120, when the spice cartridge 120 is attached to each of the 5 spice attachment slots 105, it is approximately invisible when facing from the front.

Next, the configuration of the perfume cartridge 120 mounted on the base device 100 according to the present embodiment will be described.

FIG. 12 is an explanatory view of a process of attaching the perfume cartridge 120 to the base device 100. As shown in FIG. As is apparent from the figure, each perfume cartridge 120 is fed to each perfume loading slot 105 so that the contact terminal 121 consisting of five terminals provided on the top surface thereof is aligned with the spring pin 106 of each perfume loading slot 105. Be inserted. The contact between the spring pin 106 and the contact terminal 121 makes it possible to transmit a signal or supply power from the base device 100 to each of the spice cartridges 120. On the left and right sides of each perfume cartridge 120, a pair of engaging grooves 123 which engage with the pair of claws 107 of each perfume cartridge 120 are provided. When the perfume cartridge 120 is mounted, the nails of the perfume loading slot 105 are The portion 107 is engaged with the engagement groove 123 of the fragrance cartridge 120 and temporarily fixed.

FIG. 13 is an external perspective view of the fragrance cartridge 120. As shown in FIG. The perfume cartridge 120 includes a fan 124 and a perfume carrier 129 inside a cylindrical casing 128 having a substantially trapezoidal cross section, and the top surface member 125 and the bottom member 126 are provided at upper and lower openings of the cylindrical casing 128 (see FIG. It is comprised by fitting (not shown). An air blowing hole 122 is provided on the surface of the cylindrical casing 128 facing the user's face, and an odor corresponding to the fragrance inside is released through the air blowing hole 122. Further, the bottom surface (see FIG. 12) of the perfume cartridge 120 is provided with an air inlet along the long side, and the perfume cartridge 120 is sucked.

FIG. 14 is a schematic configuration view of a cross section of the fragrance cartridge 120. As shown in FIG. As is clear from the figure, the inside of the cylindrical casing 128 is divided up and down via the structure support portion 127 extending inside the cylindrical casing 128. However, the structure support portion 127 is provided with a sufficient opening, and free air flow is possible between the upper and lower spaces. In the same figure, an electric fan 124 and a circuit board (not shown) connected to the fan 124 and the contact terminal 121 are disposed between the top surface member 125 in the space above the cylindrical casing 128. . On the other hand, the fragrance carrier 129 is disposed between the bottom surface member 126 and the space under the cylindrical casing 128.

Here, in the present embodiment, the fragrance carrier 129 is a ceramic impregnated with a fragrance having a predetermined fragrance. However, the perfume carrier may have other configurations, for example, not only solid but also gel carrier. Also, the flavor may be kneaded into wax or the like. Furthermore, the perfume may be water soluble or oil soluble.

In the same configuration, when the fan 124 operates to start air blowing, air is taken in from the air intake hole provided in a part of the bottom surface member 126, and the drawn air is accompanied by the aromatic component carried on the fragrant carrier 129 Then, the air is discharged to the outside of the fragrance cartridge 120 through the air holes 122.

According to such a configuration, since each perfume cartridge 120 is arranged in a fan shape around the nose, it is possible for the wearer of the head-mounted content presentation device 1 to properly perceive the odor with directivity. At the same time, the dissipation of odor to the surroundings is suppressed.

Next, a method of attaching the base device 100 to the head mounted content presentation device 1 will be described.

FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram of a method of attaching the base device 100 to the head mounted content presentation device 1 according to the present embodiment.

As is clear from the figure, the base device 100 is fixed to the head-mounted content presentation device 1 via the pair of

attachment members

130a and 130b.

Adhesive tapes 312a and 312b whose both surfaces are adhesive surfaces are attached to the top surfaces of the

attachment members

130a and 130b, while

magnetic bodies

131a and 131b are disposed on the bottom surfaces. Therefore, the head-mounted content presentation device 1 is coupled to the

attachment members

130a and 130b through the adhesive tape, while the base device 100 is coupled to the

magnets

103a and 103b through the magnetic force acting between them. And the

attachment members

130a and 130b.

According to such a configuration, once the attachment members 130a and 130 are coupled to the head-mounted content presentation device 1 by the

adhesive tapes

132a and 132b, the magnet 103 and the magnetic body 131 are attached and detached. It can be attached and detached.

Note that the method of coupling the base device 100 to the head-mounted content presentation device 1 is not limited to the method according to the present embodiment. Accordingly, the base device 100 may be coupled to the head-mounted content presentation device 1 by other methods.

For example, the base device 100 may be fixed to the head mounted content presentation device 1 using a band. FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram of the case where the base device 100 is fixed to the head-mounted content presentation device 1 by the band 141. As shown in FIG. In the figure,

band fixing portions

140a and 140b for fixing one end of

bands

141a and 141b extending from the left and right are provided on the upper portion of the base device 100. Each surface of the

bands

141a and 141b is formed of a surface fastener material, and free ends of the

bands

141a and 141b can be bonded to each other through the surface fasteners.

That is, the base device 100 is mounted on the head by bonding the surfaces of the free ends of the

bands

141a and 141b to each other via the winding surface fasteners so that the

bands

141a and 141b extend around the side surface of the head-mounted content presentation device 1. It can be fixed to the wearable content presentation device 1.

<2.2 operation>
The operation of the odor presentation system 10 according to the present embodiment is also substantially the same as that of the odor presentation system 10 according to the first embodiment, and thus redundant description will be omitted. However, in the present embodiment, each of the perfume cartridges 120 independently receives a signal from the base device 100 and is supplied with power.

FIG. 17 is a flow of confirmation of the mounting state of the perfume cartridge 120 performed in the base device 100 (corresponding to FIG. 8 in the first embodiment). As apparent from the figure, when the process starts, a predetermined standby state is established until attachment of any one of the fragrant cartridges 120 is detected through the spring pin 106 (S500 NO).

In that state, when attachment of the perfume cartridge 120 is detected in any of the perfume attachment slots 105 (S500 YES), detection processing of the perfume cartridge 120 is performed in all the perfume attachment slots 105 (S501 to S505). Specifically, the detection process of the perfume cartridge 120 is a process of detecting identification information (ID information) of the perfume cartridge 120, and the identification information includes information on the type of perfume in the perfume cartridge 120.

The detected identification information is transmitted by communication to the information processing device 7 accommodated in the head-mounted content presentation device 1 (S506). At this time, it may be stored in the storage unit in the base device 100 what perfume cartridge 120 is attached to each perfume attachment slot 105. In addition, the information processing device 7 may store the received identification information, and store in which perfume cartridge 120 is attached to each perfume attachment slot 105. Further, the mounting information may be appropriately displayed on the display unit or the like of the information processing device 7. Thereafter, the process ends.

FIG. 18 is an odor presentation processing flow according to the present embodiment. The operation flow of the base device 100 is arranged on the left side of the drawing, and the operation flow of the fragrance cartridge 120 is arranged on the right side of the drawing.

As apparent from the figure, when the process is started in the base device 100, the process waits for reception of the odor presentation instruction signal (S601 NO). Thereafter, when an odor presentation instruction (signal) is received from the information processing device 7 executing an application program such as a video game (S601 YES), the base device 100 responds to the odor presentation instruction among the recognized perfume cartridges 120. The odor presentation command is transmitted to the fragrance cartridge 120 to be The odor presentation instruction includes the identification information of the fragrance cartridge 120, the fan operation time, and the fan operation strength (rotation speed and the like). After transmitting the odor presentation command, the base device 100 returns to the predetermined standby state (S601 NO).

When the perfume cartridge 120 in the predetermined standby state (S603 NO) receives the odor presentation command (YES in S603), it sends an operation command to the fan 124 based on the odor presentation command. After the operation command is issued, the fragrance cartridge 120 returns to the predetermined standby state (S603 NO).

<3. Modified example>
<3.1 First Modification>
Although the above-mentioned embodiment explained the composition by which a fan is arranged inside each fragrant cartridge 5, this indication is not limited to such composition. Therefore, for example, the fan may be provided not in the perfume cartridge but in the base device.

FIG. 19 is a schematic configuration diagram of an odor presentation system according to a modification. The odor presentation system according to the modification is composed of a base device 9 and perfume cartridges 51 'and 55' detachably mounted on the bottom surface of the base device 9. The base device 9 includes a fan 93 for blowing air in the direction of the bottom surface corresponding to each of the perfume cartridges 5 and

backflow prevention valves

91 and 92 provided in the suction holes. Each perfume cartridge 51 ', 55' is provided with release holes 515 ', 555' on the side facing the user's face. In the same configuration, when the fan operates according to the odor presentation command of the information processing device 7, the fragrance filled in the fragrance cartridge 51 ', 55' in a volatile state is released through the release holes 515 ', 555'. According to such a configuration, the cost can be suppressed by suppressing the number of parts of the cartridge. Although a plurality of fans are provided in the present modification, a single or a small number of fans may realize air blowing from each perfume cartridge 5 by using a movable partition plate or the like.

<3.2 Second Modification>
In the above-mentioned embodiment, when each perfume cartridge 5 receives the odor presentation command, the fan is simply operated. However, the present disclosure is not limited to such a configuration. Therefore, for example, every time the fan is operated based on the odor presentation instruction to perform the odor presentation, the contents of the odor presentation instruction are stored as a history in the storage unit of the fragrant cartridge 5 from the information processing device 7 The remaining amount of the perfume in the perfume cartridge 5 may be estimated as detectable. According to such a configuration, the information processing apparatus 7 can appropriately grasp the replacement time of the perfume cartridge 5.

Also, various statistical processes may be performed by collecting the stored contents on a predetermined server.

FIG. 20 is a schematic block diagram of the odor information collecting system 20. As shown in FIG. The odor information aggregating system 20 includes an information reading information processing apparatus 4 including a PC, a tablet terminal, etc., an information aggregating server 8, and an information processing apparatus 7. These are mutually connected via a network such as the Internet. It is connected. The information reading information processing device 4 is connected to the base device 3 of the odor presentation system 10, and various information stored in each cartridge 5 through predetermined software, that is, information (ID corresponding to the type of perfume) Information), information relating to the operating time of the fan, and information including information relating to the output intensity of the fan, etc. are read out and stored in the storage unit of the information processing device 4 for information reading. Thereafter, the information stored in the information reading information processing apparatus 4 is transmitted to the information aggregation server 8 through the network by a predetermined operation. The information aggregation server 8 performs various statistical processes based on the aggregated information. For example, it is possible to obtain statistical information such as what perfume is currently used frequently and how to operate the fan when using the perfume. Further, when time information is also stored in the storage unit of the perfume cartridge 5 and time information is also sent to the information aggregation server 8, what kind of perfume is used in what time zone, You can also get such information. Furthermore, if information related to the video game is further read out from the information processing device 7 and transmitted to the information aggregation server 8 using the information processing device 4 for reading, the relationship between the game content and the perfume, ie, which game It is possible to obtain information on what perfume is used and how it is used, etc. In addition, if the approximate location or area is specified using the information reading information processor 4 for information transmission or the IP address of the router, information on the relationship between the odor information and the area information in the information aggregation server 8 You can also get

According to such a configuration, a method of selecting a fragrance, a method of using a fragrance cartridge 5, a method of operation design, and the like for a user of the odor presentation system 10, such as a designer of a fragrance or a game developer, Information can be provided on behavior design trends and the like. This information provision may be performed, for example, on an API related information provision web page for developers using the odor presentation system 10. Also, statistical information may be used for various marketing and the like.

In the odor information collecting system 20 described above, it is decided to read out the stored information etc. of the perfume cartridge 5 using the information reading information processor 4 and transmit the information to the information collecting server 8, but this disclosure The configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, information may be transmitted to the information aggregation server 8 via the information processing device 7 connected to the odor presentation system 10 via the base device 3.

<3.3 third modification>
In the above-mentioned embodiment, although release of smell was performed from each perfume cartridge 5, this indication is not limited to such composition. Therefore, for example, a warm air discharge cartridge for releasing warm air by further arranging a heating wire or the like around the fan, a portion supporting water on the periphery of the fan is provided, and the heat of vaporization of the water is used. It is atomized by having a cool air discharge cartridge for releasing cold air, a blow air cartridge which only blows air without providing a fragrance containing container 527, etc., and an atomizing portion configured by providing a piezoelectric element etc. in a portion carrying water. A water droplet discharge cartridge or the like that discharges water droplets by a fan may be used together with the fragrance cartridge 5.

According to such a configuration, more diverse experiences can be provided to the user. Note that these cartridges do not have to be all independent, and for example, the hot air discharge cartridge and the cold air discharge cartridge may be integrally formed as appropriate.

<3.4 Other Modifications>
In the first embodiment, transmission and reception of a signal between the base device 3 and the subordinate perfume cartridge 55 and power supply are performed via the main perfume cartridge 51, but the present disclosure is not limited to such a configuration. Therefore, for example, all the perfume cartridges 5 may be configured to independently transmit and receive signals and to supply and receive power with the base device 3. At this time, the outer shape of each fragrance cartridge 5 may be the same.

Further, in the first embodiment, the main perfume cartridge 51 and the subordinate perfume cartridge 55 are described as having different shapes, but the present disclosure is not limited to such a configuration. Therefore, even in the case where signal transmission / reception and power reception / reception are performed via the main fragrance cartridge 51, the outer shape of the fragrance cartridge 5 may be the same. In that case, the predetermined terminal on the top surface of the fragrance cartridge 5 may not be used. According to such a configuration, the manufacturing cost of the perfume cartridge 5 can be suppressed by making the housings common.

Furthermore, in the above-mentioned embodiment, although it was set as the structure which arrange | positions the information processing apparatuses 7, such as a smart phone, in the main-body part of the head-mounted content presentation apparatus 1, it is not limited to such a structure. Therefore, for example, the device may be configured as a content presentation dedicated device that does not require an external information processing device 7 such as a smartphone. Also, in that case, the information processing may be performed by the control unit inside the device dedicated to content presentation, or may be performed inside a control device such as a game console connected to the device dedicated to content presentation by wire or wirelessly. .

Moreover, in the above-mentioned embodiment, although the information processing apparatus 7 and the base apparatus 3 shall be connected by Bluetooth (trademark), it is not limited to such a structure. Therefore, it may be anything that can perform near field communication, and may be, for example, Wifi.

Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the power supply unit is provided inside the base device 3, but the present disclosure is not limited to such a configuration. Therefore, for example, power may be supplied from the external power supply to the base device 3 by wire. Even in such a case, power may be supplied to the perfume cartridge 5 centering on the base device 3.

Moreover, in the above-mentioned embodiment, although the video game was demonstrated as an example as content, this indication is not limited to such a use. Therefore, the present invention is also applicable to various other contents involving the presentation of odors.

It can be used in the industry that manufactures an odor presentation system for a head-mounted content presentation device.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Head-mounted type content presentation apparatus 10 Odor presentation system 11 Main body part 12 Fixed band part 3 Base device 31 Magnetic sheet part 5 Perfume cartridge 51 Main perfume cartridge 55 Dependent perfume cartridge 7 Information processing apparatus 100 Base apparatus (second embodiment )
105 perfume loading slot 120 perfume cartridge (second embodiment)

Claims

A base apparatus configured to be attachable to and detachable from a head-mounted content presentation apparatus and connected to a control unit that controls content presented to the head-mounted content presentation apparatus;
One or more fragrance cartridges configured to be removable from the base device and partially or entirely filled with volatile fragrance;
One or more blowers disposed inside the base device or the perfume cartridge to form an air flow for releasing the volatile perfume in each perfume cartridge from the cartridges;
The odor presentation system, wherein the corresponding air blower operates, and the volatile perfume is released from the perfume cartridge, based on the odor presentation command signal generated according to the content in the control unit.
The base device is detachably configured to the bottom surface of the head-mounted content presentation device.
The scent according to claim 1, wherein each said perfume cartridge is arranged in series on a predetermined side of said base device so as to be arranged approximately in front of the nose of a wearer of said head-mounted content presentation device. Presentation system.
Each of the perfume cartridges is arranged in a fan shape so as to substantially face the nose centering around the nose of the wearer of the head-mounted content presentation device, whereby the volatilized state released from each of the cartridges 3. The odor presentation system according to claim 2, wherein the perfume is released towards the nose.
The base device further includes a power supply unit.
The odor presentation system according to claim 1, wherein each of the perfume cartridges receives power from the power supply unit of the base device directly or indirectly by being attached to the base device.
The base device further includes a power supply unit.
Each said perfume cartridge comprises a single main perfume cartridge and one or more dependent perfume cartridges,
The main perfume cartridge is electrically connected to the base device by being attached to the base device, and receives power from the base device,
The scent presentation system according to claim 1, wherein the sub-sphering cartridge is electrically connected to the main flavor cartridge directly or through the adjacent sub-scent flavor cartridge, and receives power from the main flavor cartridge.
Each said perfume cartridge has a unique perfume ID according to the type of perfume,
When the main perfume cartridge or the dependent perfume cartridge receives the odor presentation command signal, the perfume ID up to the main perfume cartridge or the subordinate perfume cartridge having a perfume ID corresponding to the odor presentation command signal 6. The odor presentation system according to claim 5, wherein the odor presentation instruction signal is transmitted to an adjacent cartridge.
The odor presentation system according to claim 1, wherein each of the blowers is disposed inside each of the perfume cartridges.
The operation history information of each of the air blowers is stored in a storage unit in each of the perfume cartridges, whereby the control unit estimates the remaining amount of the perfume in each of the perfume cartridges. Smell presentation system described.
The odor presentation system according to claim 1, wherein operation history information of each of the blowers is stored in a storage unit in each of the perfume cartridges.
The odor presentation system further includes an information aggregation server that receives and stores information;
The odor presentation system according to claim 9, wherein the operation history information stored in the storage unit in each of the cartridges is transmitted to the information collecting server and accumulated.
The odor presentation system according to claim 1, wherein the odor presentation instruction signal includes at least information corresponding to the type of the perfume, an operation time of the blower and an output intensity.
The control unit detects each of the perfume cartridges attached to the base device by transmitting a mounting cartridge detection signal to each of the perfume cartridges via the base device and detecting a response thereof. The odor presentation system according to claim 1.
The odor presentation system further comprises
The base device is detachably attached to the base device, and includes one or more wind discharge cartridges capable of releasing hot air or cold air,
The blower further forms an air flow for releasing warm air or cold air from each of the air release cartridges,
The odor presentation according to claim 1, wherein the corresponding blower is operated based on a wind presentation instruction signal generated according to the content in the control unit, and warm air or cold air is emitted from the wind cartridge. system.
The odor presentation system further comprises
The base device is detachably attached to the base device, and includes one or more water droplet discharge cartridges capable of discharging water droplets,
The blower further forms an air flow for releasing water droplets from each of the water droplet discharge cartridges,
The odor presentation system according to claim 1, wherein the corresponding air blower operates and the water droplet is discharged from the water droplet discharge cartridge based on the water droplet presentation command signal generated according to the content in the control unit.
The base device further comprises a mounting slot for mounting each of the perfume cartridges,
The odor presentation system according to claim 1, wherein each of the perfume cartridges, when mounted in the mounting slot, is arranged such that each of the perfume cartridges is not visible when observed facing the base device.
The odor presentation according to claim 1, wherein each of the perfume cartridges further has an air vent on a surface of the head-mounted content presentation device facing the user's head when the perfume cartridge is attached to the base device. system.
The odor presentation system according to claim 1, wherein the base device is attached to and detached from the head mounted content presentation device via an attachment member.
A base apparatus configured to be attachable to and detachable from a head-mounted content presentation apparatus and connected to a control unit that controls content presented to the head-mounted content presentation apparatus;
One or more fragrance cartridges configured to be removable from the base device and partially or entirely filled with volatile fragrance;
One or more blowers disposed inside the base device or the perfume cartridge to form an air flow for releasing the volatile perfume in each perfume cartridge from the cartridges;
A perfume cartridge in a scent presentation system, wherein the corresponding blower operates and the volatile cartridge is released from the perfume cartridge based on the odor presentation command signal generated according to the content in the controller. .