WO2021177582A1

WO2021177582A1 - High intensity focused ultrasonic device for generating ultrasonic waves by sensing skin contact

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Publication number: WO2021177582A1
Application number: PCT/KR2020/095030
Authority: WO
Inventors: 이가연
Original assignee: (주)이끌레오
Priority date: 2020-03-04
Filing date: 2020-03-05
Publication date: 2021-09-10
Also published as: KR20210112226A

Abstract

Provided is a cartridge which is detachably coupled to a high intensity focused ultrasonic device that transmits high intensity focused ultrasonic waves. The cartridge may comprise: a case forming the outer shape of the cartridge; and a sensing unit which is provided in a region of a lower part of the case and recognizes contact with at least a portion of a user's body.

Description

A high-intensity focused ultrasound device that generates ultrasound by sensing skin contact

The present disclosure relates to a high-intensity focused ultrasound device.

In recent years, a technique related to an ultrasonic wave generating device that uses focused ultrasound generated by focusing an ultrasonic wave generated through an ultrasonic wave generating device is known for a treatment for skin beauty and treatment purposes.

These ultrasonic generators are mainly designed to be separated into a hand piece and a cartridge. Here, the hand piece may be a body of the ultrasonic generator designed to be easily gripped by the user to use the ultrasonic generator. In addition, the cartridge may be a component in which an ultrasonic transducer generating ultrasonic waves and components necessary for driving the ultrasonic transducer are incorporated and combined with the hand piece.

Conventional ultrasonic generators generate ultrasonic waves according to a user's manipulation.

For example, the conventional ultrasonic generator may be driven in such a way that the user presses the power button or the operation button after the ultrasonic generator is in close contact with the site to be treated for skin care. Such an ultrasonic wave generating device causes a complexity of operation for a user.

Therefore, it is necessary to develop a method for simplifying the operation of the ultrasonic generator.

The present disclosure has been made in response to the above-described background art, and an object of the present disclosure is to provide a high-intensity focused ultrasound device that generates ultrasound by sensing skin contact.

The technical problems of the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description.

The present disclosure has been devised in response to the above-described background technology, and an object of the present disclosure is to provide a cartridge detachably coupled to a high-intensity focused ultrasound device that delivers high-intensity focused ultrasound. The cartridge for the high-intensity focused ultrasound device may include: a case forming an exterior of the cartridge; and a sensing unit provided in a partial region of the lower portion of the case and recognizing contact with at least a portion of the user's body. may include.

In addition, the sensing unit may include: at least two electrode units provided to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body; may include.

In addition, the sensing unit may include: a sensor pattern unit provided to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body; may include.

In addition, the cartridge includes an ultrasonic transducer for generating ultrasonic waves; and a driving unit for moving the ultrasonic transducer. may include.

Also, the driving unit may move the ultrasound transducer when the contact is recognized through the sensing unit under the control of the high intensity focused ultrasound device.

In addition, as a high-intensity focused ultrasound device for delivering high-intensity focused ultrasound (High Intensity Focused Ultrasonic), the outer housing having a gripper formed in a shape that a user can grip; a cartridge detachably coupled to a lower side of the outer housing in a vertical direction; a sensing unit provided in a partial region of the lower portion of the cartridge and recognizing contact with at least a portion of the user's body; and a controller configured to control the high-intensity focused ultrasound device to generate the high-intensity focused ultrasound when the contact is recognized through the sensing unit. may include.

In addition, the sensing unit may include: at least two electrode units provided to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body; a measuring unit applying a voltage to the at least two electrode units and measuring a current corresponding to the applied voltage; and a contact recognition unit generating an impedance value based on the voltage applied by the measurement unit and the current measured by the measurement unit, and recognizing the contact based on the impedance value. may include.

In addition, the sensing unit may include: a sensor pattern unit provided to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body; a touch detection unit connected to the sensor pattern unit and detecting a touch signal by detecting a voltage change value of the sensor pattern unit when a touch capacitance is added; and a touch recognition unit configured to recognize the touch based on the touch signal detected by the touch detection unit. may include.

Also, when the contact is recognized through the sensing unit, the controller may control the driving unit to move the ultrasonic transducer.

In addition, the user input unit for recognizing the user's touch input through the touch sensor; may further include.

Also, when the touch is recognized through the sensing unit and the touch input is recognized through the user input unit, the controller may control the high-intensity focused ultrasound device to generate the high-intensity focused ultrasound.

In addition, a high-intensity focused ultrasound device that delivers high-intensity focused ultrasound (High Intensity Focused Ultrasonic), the high-intensity focused ultrasound device constituting a part of the outer housing of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device, the gripper forming a shape that can be gripped by a user; a user input unit for recognizing a user's touch input through a touch sensor; and a controller configured to control the high-intensity focused ultrasound device to generate the high-intensity focused ultrasound when the touch input is recognized through the user input unit. may include.

In addition, the touch sensor may sense a touch input based on at least one of a resistive method, a capacitive method, an infrared method, an ultrasonic method, and a magnetic field method.

In addition, the high-intensity focused ultrasound device is provided in a partial region of the lower portion of the sensing unit for recognizing the contact with at least a part of the user's body; may further include.

The technical solutions obtainable in the present disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned solutions, and other solutions that are not mentioned are clearly to those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below. can be understood

Since the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus according to some embodiments of the present disclosure generates ultrasound by sensing skin contact, operation may be convenient.

Effects obtainable in the present disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned effects, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below. .

Various aspects are now described with reference to the drawings, in which like reference numbers are used to refer to like elements collectively. In the following examples, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of one or more aspects. It will be evident, however, that such aspect(s) may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to facilitate describing one or more aspects.

1 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

2 is a perspective view for explaining an example of a high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

3 is an exploded perspective view illustrating an example of a high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus according to some embodiments of the present disclosure;

4 is a view showing a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 3 for explaining an example of a cartridge according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

5 is a view for explaining an example of a driving unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

6 is a perspective view for explaining an example of a moving module according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

7 is a view for explaining an example of a coupling relationship of at least one support unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

8 is a view for explaining an example of at least one gear according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

9 is a view for explaining an example of a method of moving a moving module according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

10 is a view for explaining an example of a cooling unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

11 is a view illustrating a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B′ of FIG. 2 for explaining an example of a cooling fan according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

12 is a view for explaining an example of a buffer unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

13 is a view for explaining an example of the ultrasonic transmission medium and the buffer unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

14 is an exploded perspective view illustrating an example of a sealing member according to some embodiments of the present disclosure;

15 is a view illustrating a cross-sectional view taken along line C-C′ of FIG. 14 for explaining an example of a method of fastening the first case and the second case according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

16 is a bottom view for explaining an example of a sensing unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

17 is a bottom view for explaining an example of a sensing unit according to some other embodiments of the present disclosure.

18 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a method in which a controller operates an ultrasonic transducer according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

19 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a method in which a controller operates an ultrasonic transducer when a part of a user's body and an action part are in contact according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

20 is a flowchart for explaining an example of a method for the controller to operate an ultrasonic transducer when a part of the user's body and the working part come into contact according to another exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

21 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a method in which a controller operates an ultrasonic transducer through a driving unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure;

Various embodiments and/or aspects are now disclosed with reference to the drawings. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of one or more aspects. However, it will also be appreciated by one of ordinary skill in the art that such aspect(s) may be practiced without these specific details. The following description and accompanying drawings set forth in detail certain illustrative aspects of one or more aspects. These aspects are illustrative, however, and some of the various methods in principles of various aspects may be employed, and the descriptions set forth are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Specifically, as used herein, “embodiment”, “example”, “aspect”, “exemplary”, etc. is not to be construed as an advantage or advantage of any aspect or design described over other aspects or designs. It may not be.

Hereinafter, the same or similar components are assigned the same reference numerals regardless of reference numerals, and overlapping descriptions thereof will be omitted. In addition, in describing the embodiments disclosed in the present specification, if it is determined that detailed descriptions of related known technologies may obscure the gist of the embodiments disclosed in the present specification, the detailed description thereof will be omitted. In addition, the accompanying drawings are only for easy understanding of the embodiments disclosed in the present specification, and the technical ideas disclosed in the present specification are not limited by the accompanying drawings.

Although first, second, etc. are used to describe various elements or elements, these elements or elements are not limited by these terms, of course. These terms are only used to distinguish one element or component from another. Accordingly, it goes without saying that the first element or component mentioned below may be the second element or component within the spirit of the present invention.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein may be used with the meaning commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention belongs. In addition, terms defined in a commonly used dictionary are not to be interpreted ideally or excessively unless clearly defined in particular.

In addition, the term “or” is intended to mean an inclusive “or” rather than an exclusive “or.” That is, unless otherwise specified or clear from context, "X employs A or B" is intended to mean one of the natural implicit substitutions. That is, X employs A; X employs B; or when X employs both A and B, "X employs A or B" may apply to either of these cases. It should also be understood that the term “and/or” as used herein refers to and includes all possible combinations of one or more of the listed related items.

Also, the terms "comprises" and/or "comprising" mean that the feature and/or element is present, but excludes the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements, and/or groups thereof. should be understood as not Also, unless otherwise specified or unless the context is clear as to designating a singular form, the singular in the specification and claims should generally be construed to mean "one or more."

When a component is referred to as being “connected” or “connected” to another component, it may be directly connected or connected to the other component, but it is understood that other components may exist in between. it should be On the other hand, when it is said that a certain element is "directly connected" or "directly connected" to another element, it should be understood that no other element is present in the middle.

The suffixes "module" and "part" for the components used in the following description are given or used in consideration of only the ease of writing the specification, and do not have distinct meanings or roles by themselves.

References to an element or layer “on” or “on” another component or layer mean that another layer or other component is directly on, as well as intervening, another component or layer. Including all intervening cases. On the other hand, when a component is referred to as "directly on" or "immediately on", it indicates that another component or layer is not interposed therebetween.

Spatially relative terms "below", "beneath", "lower", "above", "upper", etc. It can be used to easily describe a component or a correlation with other components. Spatially relative terms should be understood as terms including different orientations of the device during use or operation in addition to the orientation shown in the drawings.

For example, when a component shown in the drawing is turned over, a component described as “beneath” or “beneath” of another component may be placed “above” of the other component. can Accordingly, the exemplary term “below” may include both directions below and above. Components may also be oriented in other orientations, and thus spatially relative terms may be interpreted according to orientation.

Objects and effects of the present disclosure, and technical configurations for achieving them will become clear with reference to the embodiments described below in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In describing the present disclosure, if it is determined that a detailed description of a well-known function or configuration may unnecessarily obscure the subject matter of the present disclosure, the detailed description thereof will be omitted. In addition, the terms to be described later are terms defined in consideration of functions in the present disclosure, which may vary according to intentions or customs of users and operators.

However, the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below and may be implemented in various different forms. Only the present embodiments are provided so that the present disclosure is complete, and to fully inform those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs, the scope of the disclosure, and the present disclosure is only defined by the scope of the claims . Therefore, the definition should be made based on the content throughout this specification.

In the present disclosure, a High Intensity Focused Ultrasonic device may generate an ultrasonic wave and change a location at which the generated ultrasonic wave is focused to generate a skin cosmetic effect. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto, and the high-intensity focused ultrasound device may be used for various purposes.

According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the high-intensity focused ultrasound device may include an outer housing having a gripper formed so that a user can comfortably hold it, and a cartridge which is a consumable part that generates ultrasonic waves.

In this case, a sensing unit may be provided on one surface of the cartridge in contact with the user's body. In addition, the sensing unit may recognize contact with at least a part of the user's body. In this case, the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus may generate ultrasound under the control of the controller. Hereinafter, a high-intensity focused ultrasound device for generating ultrasound by sensing skin contact will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 21 .

Referring to FIG. 1 , the high intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 may include a control unit 140 , a user input unit 111 , an ultrasound transducer 230 , a driving unit 240 , and a sensing unit 224 . However, since the above-described components are not essential in implementing the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10, the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 may have more or fewer components than those listed above. have. Here, each component may be configured as a separate chip, module, or device, or may be included in one device.

The controller 140 may generally process the overall operation of the high intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 . The control unit 140 processes signals, data, information, etc. input or output through the user input unit 111 or operates an application program stored in the storage unit (not shown) to provide or process appropriate information or functions to the user. can

For example, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves based on an input from a user through the user input unit 111 .

In another example, the controller 140 recognizes the contact between the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 and at least a part of the user's body through the sensing unit 224 , and the driving unit 240 moves the ultrasound transducer 230 . ) can also be controlled. Hereinafter, a method for the controller 140 to control the operation of the ultrasonic transducer 230 will be described with reference to FIGS. 18 to 21 , and the description of the ultrasonic transducer 230 and the driving unit 240 is continued.

The user input unit 111 may be for receiving an input of at least one mode for driving the ultrasound transducer 230 from a user. When a mode is input through the user input unit 111 , the controller 140 may control the operation of the ultrasound transducer 230 to correspond to the input mode. Here, the mode may relate to a method in which the ultrasonic transducer 230 generates ultrasonic waves. For example, when it is recognized that the first mode is input, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves discontinuously at preset time intervals. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, a description of a mode for driving the ultrasonic transducer 230 will be described with reference to FIGS. 18 to 21 .

Meanwhile, the user input unit 111 may include a mechanical input means (or a mechanical key, for example, a button and a dome switch, a jog wheel, a jog switch, etc.). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the user input unit 111 may recognize a user's touch input through a touch sensor. Here, the touch sensor may sense a touch input based on at least one of a resistive method, a capacitive method, an ultrasonic method, and a magnetic field method. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, when a touch input is recognized through the user input unit 111 , the control unit 140 generates high-intensity focused type ultrasonic waves according to the first mode or the second mode previously input from the user. The ultrasonic device 10 may be controlled. Hereinafter, a mode for driving the ultrasonic transducer 230 when the controller 140 recognizes a touch input through the user input unit 111 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 18 to 21 .

Meanwhile, the ultrasonic transducer 230 may generate ultrasonic waves under the control of the controller 140 . In addition, the ultrasonic waves generated by the ultrasonic transducer 230 may be irradiated to the user's body.

The driving unit 240 may move the ultrasonic transducer 230 under the control of the controller 140 .

Specifically, the ultrasound transducer 230 and the driving unit 240 may be provided inside the cartridge coupled to the lower side of the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 . In addition, the driving unit 240 may horizontally move the ultrasonic transducer 230 in the cartridge under the control of the controller 140 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the cartridge may be a component having an ultrasonic transducer 230 and a driving unit 240 therein, and generating ultrasonic waves by being combined with the high-intensity focused ultrasonic device 10 . Such a cartridge may be detachably coupled to the lower side of the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 . The maximum number of uses of the cartridge may be 10,000 shots. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, a detailed description of the cartridge will be described later with reference to FIGS. 2 to 4 .

The sensing unit 224 may include one or more sensors for sensing at least one of information within the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 and information on a surrounding environment surrounding the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 .

For example, the sensing unit 224 may include a proximity sensor, a touch sensor, an infrared sensor (IR sensor), an ultrasonic sensor, a conductor sensor, and a temperature sensor. may include at least one of However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, when the controller 140 recognizes through the sensing unit 224 that a region of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 comes into contact with at least a part of the user's body, the ultrasonic transducer ( 230) can be controlled. Hereinafter, a method in which the controller 140 controls the ultrasonic transducer 230 through the sensing unit 224 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 16 to 17 .

According to the above-described configuration, the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 may generate ultrasound through the ultrasound transducer 230 . In addition, the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 may move the ultrasound transducer 230 in the cartridge through the driving unit 240 .

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 may be manufactured in a vertically standing structure. Hereinafter, the appearance of the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIG. 2 .

Referring to FIG. 2 , the high intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 may include an outer housing 100 and a cartridge 200 . However, since the above-described components are not essential in implementing the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10, the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 may have more or fewer components than those listed above. have.

The outer housing 100 may form a part of the exterior of the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 .

Specifically, the outer housing 100 may form an exterior of a region in which the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 is gripped by a user. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, a power supply may be coupled to an upper portion of the outer housing 100 . The power supply unit may receive external power under the control of the controller 140 to supply power required for operation of each component. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

In the present disclosure, the outer housing 100 may include a light output unit (not shown). In this case, the controller 140 may notify the user of whether the high intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 is operating or the like through blinking of an LED (Light Emission diode) included in the light output unit. However, it is not limited to this

Meanwhile, the outer housing 100 may include a gripper 110 . Here, the gripper 110 may be a part of the outer housing 100 formed so that the user can easily grip the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the holding unit 110 may further include a user input unit 111 . Since the user input unit 111 is provided in the grip unit 110 , the user can conveniently operate the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 even when holding the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 with one hand.

The cartridge 200 may be detachably coupled to the lower side of the outer housing 100 in a vertical direction and generate ultrasonic waves.

Specifically, the cartridge 200 may be provided with an ultrasonic transducer 230 for generating ultrasonic waves therein. And, the inside of the cartridge 200 may be filled with an ultrasound transmission medium for transmitting the ultrasound generated by the ultrasound transducer 230 to the outside. Accordingly, the ultrasound generated through the ultrasound transducer 230 may be transmitted to the outside through the ultrasound transmission medium. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, a description of the components included in the interior of the cartridge 200 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 4 to 14 .

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 may include at least one coupling part 211 for coupling with the outer housing 100 . In addition, the outer housing 100 may include at least one coupling hole to which the at least one coupling part 211 is coupled. In this case, the cartridge 200 may be detachably coupled to the outer housing 100 .

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 and the outer housing 100 may have a detachable coupling structure.

For example, the coupling structure may include a hook coupling structure, a fitting coupling structure, or a screw coupling structure. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, the coupling structure of the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 will be described later with reference to FIG. 3 .

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the vertical central axis of the cartridge 200 may be positioned on a straight line with the vertical central axis of the outer housing 100 . In this case, the external force applied in the vertical direction while holding the external housing 100 by the user may be transmitted solely toward the direction in which the cartridge 200 comes into contact with the patient's skin. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 including the grip portion 110, each of the exterior may be formed to be symmetrical left and right. In this case, the cartridge 200 and the outer housing 100 may be coupled so that the vertical central axis more clearly coincides. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to some other embodiments of the present disclosure, the outer housing 100 includes a gripper 110 , and in the vertical direction of the inner space of the outer housing 100 formed by the gripper 110 , the cartridge 200 . An accommodating space 120 for accommodating may be formed. The cartridge 200 may include a first case 210 formed to engage the inner wall of the accommodation space 120 . The cartridge 200 may form an action portion 222 through which high-intensity focused ultrasound is transmitted to the outside on an extension of the vertical cross-section of the gripper 110 .

The acting part 222 may be included in all or at least part of the extension of the vertical cross-section of the grip part 110 . As at least part or all of the region to which the high-intensity focused ultrasound is transmitted from the acting part 222 to the outside is included in the extension of the vertical cross-section of the gripper 110 , the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 according to the present disclosure ), the user may intuitively recognize that the high-intensity focused ultrasound is projected onto the patient's body on the extension line of the gripper 110 . This may improve precision and operability when a user controls a projection site of high-intensity focused ultrasound.

In the cartridge 200, the inner parts may be aligned so that the working part 222 is positioned at least partially or entirely on the extension line of the vertical cross-section of the holding part 110 as described above. An embodiment of the alignment state of the internal parts of the cartridge 200 will be dealt with in the detailed description with respect to FIGS. 4 to 9 .

According to the above-described configuration, the cartridge 200 of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 may be provided in a vertical direction below the outer housing 100 . Accordingly, the user can grip the grip portion 110 of the outer housing 100 and easily contact the cartridge 200 with the skin.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 may each include components for coupling to each other. Hereinafter, a coupling structure of the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 will be described with reference to FIG. 3 .

Referring to FIG. 3 , the outer housing 100 may include an accommodation space 120 and at least one coupling hole 130 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The accommodation space 120 may be recessed in the lower end of the outer housing 100 . In addition, at least a portion of the cartridge 200 may be inserted into the receiving space 120 .

Specifically, the accommodating space 120 may be recessed to have a shape corresponding to at least a portion of the first case 210 forming the upper exterior of the cartridge 200 . Accordingly, when the cartridge 200 and the outer housing 100 are coupled, at least a portion of the first case 210 may be inserted into the accommodating space 120 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the accommodating space 120 may be recessed so that the inner side of the outer housing 100 is symmetrically formed. Accordingly, when at least a portion of the cartridge 200 is inserted into the receiving space 120 , the vertical central axis of the outer housing 100 and the vertical central axis of the cartridge 200 may coincide. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, at least one coupling hole 130 may be formed to communicate with the receiving space 120 . Here, the at least one coupling hole 130 may be a hole for fixing the cartridge 200 .

Specifically, the cartridge 200 may include at least one coupling portion 211 for being fixed to the outer housing 100 . And, when at least a portion of the cartridge 200 is inserted into the receiving space 120 , at least one coupling part 211 may be inserted into the at least one coupling hole 130 . Accordingly, the cartridge 200 may be fixed to the outer housing 100 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 and the outer housing 100 may be coupled through a hook coupling structure, a fitting coupling structure, or a screw coupling structure. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the cartridge 200 and the outer housing 100 may be coupled through various coupling structures.

For example, the outer housing 100 may be provided with at least one hook extending toward the cartridge 200 . In addition, the cartridge 200 may be provided with at least one hook groove to which at least one hook is coupled. In this case, the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 may be coupled through a hook coupling structure.

As another example, the cartridge 200 may include at least one hook protruding from one area. In this case, at least one hook groove to which at least one hook is coupled may be provided in the outer housing 100 . In this case, the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 may be coupled through a hook coupling structure.

As another example, the shape of the accommodating space 120 may correspond to the shape of one area of the cartridge 200 . In this case, the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 are a fitting coupling formed by an accommodating space 120 recessed in the outer housing 100 and a region of the cartridge 200 inserted into the accommodating space 120 . can be combined by structure. In this case, the fit may be a loose fit, an interference fit, an intermediate fit, or the like. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

As another example, the accommodating space 120 recessed in the outer housing 100 may be provided with a screw thread. In addition, a thread may be processed in one area of the cartridge 200 inserted into the receiving space 120 . In this case, the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 may be coupled through a screw coupling structure formed by the rotation coupling of the screw thread. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the case forming the exterior of the cartridge 200 may include a first case 210 and a second case 220 .

That is, the cartridge 200 may be formed by being separated into a first case 210 and a second case 220 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto and the cartridge 200 may include two or more cases.

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 may be formed as an integral case that is not separated into the first case 210 and the second case 220 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the first case 210 may include at least one coupling part 211 and a first locking part 212 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

At least one coupling part 211 may be formed to protrude outward from one region of the first case 210 . Here, when the first case 210 is inserted into the accommodating space 120 , the one region may be a region in which the at least one coupling hole 130 is located.

Specifically, the at least one coupling part 211 is inserted into the at least one coupling hole 130 when at least a part of the cartridge 200 is inserted into the receiving space 120 . It may be formed to protrude outward. Accordingly, the at least one coupling portion 211 may couple the cartridge 200 to the outer housing 100 when at least a portion of the cartridge 200 is inserted into the receiving space 120 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the shape of the at least one coupling part 211 may correspond to the shape of the at least one coupling hole 130 . Accordingly, the at least one coupling part 211 may be inserted into the at least one coupling hole 130 and protrude outward. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, in the present disclosure, when the cartridge 200 is coupled to the external housing 100, it may be separated through a user's external force.

Specifically, when at least a portion of the cartridge 200 is inserted into the receiving space 120 , the at least one coupling part 211 may protrude to the outside of the at least one coupling hole 130 . And, when the user applies an external force to the at least one coupling portion 211 in the inner direction of the cartridge 200 , the cartridge 200 may be separated from the outer housing 100 .

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the coupling part 211 may be formed of a plastic or resin-based material. In this case, when an external force is applied to the at least one coupling part 211 toward the inside of the cartridge 200, the cartridge 200 may be deformed so as to be slightly bent inwardly. Accordingly, the cartridge 200 and the outer housing 100 can be easily separated. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, the first locking part 212 may allow only at least a portion of the cartridge 200 to be inserted into the receiving space 120 . In addition, the first locking part 212 may be provided in the first case 210 .

Specifically, the first locking part 212 may be provided at the lower end of the first case 210 and protrude from the outer circumferential surface along the circumference of the first case 210 . In this case, when the first case 210 is inserted into the accommodation space 120 , the upper surface of the first locking part 212 may be caught by the lower surface of the outer housing 100 . Accordingly, the first case 210 may be inserted into the accommodating space 120 up to the area where the upper surface of the first locking part 212 is located. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the second case 220 may include a second locking part 221 , an acting part 222 , and a window 223 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The second locking part 221 may be provided on the upper end of the second case 220 and protrude from the outer circumferential surface along the circumference of the second case 220 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the second locking part 221 may be formed such that one area contacts the first locking part 212 .

Specifically, when the first case 210 and the second case 220 are coupled, the lower surface of the first locking part 212 and the upper surface of the second locking part 221 may contact each other. In this case, leakage of the ultrasonic transmission medium filled in the inner filling space formed by the first case 210 and the second case 220 may be prevented. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Here, the ultrasound transmission medium may refer to a type of transmission medium that allows the ultrasound generated in the cartridge 200 to be smoothly transmitted to the outside. For example, the ultrasonic delivery medium may be a flowable solid or oil, or the like. Conventionally, water could be used as the ultrasonic transmission medium. Therefore, when the driving unit 240 for moving the ultrasonic transducer 230 is provided inside the cartridge 200, the driving unit 240 may be corroded by water. However, when oil is used as the ultrasonic transmission medium as in the present disclosure, even if the driving unit 240 is provided in the cartridge 200 , corrosion of the driving unit 240 can be prevented.

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, at least one bolt is fastened to at least one fastening hole provided in each of the first locking part 212 and the second locking part 221 so that the first case 210 and the second locking part 221 are fastened to each other. The two cases 220 may be coupled. Hereinafter, a method of coupling the first case 210 and the second case 220 will be described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 15 .

The action unit 222 may be provided at the lower portion of the cartridge 200 and may be a region through which the high-intensity focused ultrasound generated from the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 is transmitted to the outside.

Specifically, the acting portion 222 may be located at least partially on an extension line of the vertical cross-section of the gripping portion 110 of the outer housing 100 .

More specifically, when the user holds the gripper 110 of the high intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 standing upright in the vertical direction with one hand, the user's finger may be positioned in the horizontal direction. In addition, the acting part may be located in a direction perpendicular to the user's finger. Accordingly, the user can conveniently attach the action part 222 to a specific part of the body to focus the ultrasound.

An opening for passing high-intensity focused ultrasound generated in the cartridge 200 to the outside may be provided in the center of the acting part 222 . In this case, since the ultrasonic transmission medium provided inside the cartridge 200 may flow out, a window 223 made of an ultrasonically transmissive material for blocking the opening may be provided. Also, in the present disclosure, the window 223 may be an ultrasonically transparent film such as polyimide or polymethylpentene. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, the opening may be provided so that the exterior of the lower surface of the second case 220 is symmetrically formed. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, in the cartridge 200 , a sealing member for preventing leakage of the ultrasonic transmission medium may be provided between the first locking part 212 and the second locking part 221 . Hereinafter, a description of the sealing member will be described with reference to FIG. 13 .

According to the above configuration, the cartridge 200 may be easily coupled to the outer housing 100 and detachably in the vertical direction. In addition, detachment of the cartridge 200 can be made easily.

On the other hand, in the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 may include several components for adjusting the generation of ultrasound and a location at which the generated ultrasound is focused. Hereinafter, the cartridge 200 according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIG. 4 .

Referring to FIG. 4 , the cartridge 200 may include an ultrasonic transducer 230 , a driving unit 240 , a cooling unit 260 , and a buffer unit 270 . However, the above-described components are not essential in implementing the cartridge 200, so the cartridge 200 may have more or fewer components than those listed above.

In the present disclosure, the ultrasonic transducer 230 may generate ultrasonic waves toward the lower side of the cartridge 200 under the control of the controller 140 . In addition, the ultrasonic wave generated downward may be irradiated to the outside through the window 223 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The driving unit 240 is disposed inside the cartridge 200 and may move the ultrasonic transducer 230 in a horizontal direction under the control of the control unit 140 .

Specifically, the driving unit 240 may include a driving motor generating rotational force, at least one gear, and a moving module coupled to the ultrasonic transducer 230 . In addition, the driving unit 240 may horizontally move the ultrasonic transducer 230 using the rotational force generated by the driving motor. Hereinafter, a description of how the driving unit 240 moves the ultrasonic transducer 230 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 5 to 9 .

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the range in which the driving unit 240 horizontally moves the ultrasonic transducer 230 may be less than or equal to the horizontal length of the opening. In this case, the ultrasonic waves generated by the ultrasonic transducer 230 may be irradiated to the outside without being irradiated to the inside of the cartridge 200 even if the ultrasonic transducer 230 is horizontally moved by the driving unit 240 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the cooling unit 260 may be provided in the cartridge 200 . And, it is possible to cool the heat of the ultrasonic transmission medium filled in the cartridge 200 .

Specifically, heat is generated by at least one of an operation of the driving unit 240 and an operation of generating ultrasound waves of the ultrasonic transducer 230 to increase the temperature of the ultrasound transmission medium. At this time, if the ultrasonic transmission medium is not cooled, the first case 210 , the second case 220 , the driving unit 240 and the ultrasonic transducer 230 forming the appearance of the cartridge 200 may be damaged. . Accordingly, the cartridge 200 may be provided with a cooling unit 260 to cool the heat generated in the ultrasonic transmission medium. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, the cooling unit 260 will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 11 .

On the other hand, the buffer unit 270 is at least partially disposed inside the cartridge 200, it is possible to maintain a constant pressure inside the cartridge (200).

Specifically, the volume of the ultrasonic transmission medium filled in the cartridge 200 may be expanded when heat is generated. At this time, the buffer unit 270 may be contracted as much as the volume of the ultrasound transmission medium is expanded. Accordingly, the buffer unit 270 may maintain a constant pressure inside the cartridge 200 . Hereinafter, the description of the buffer unit 270 will be described with reference to FIGS. 12 to 13 .

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the driving unit 240 may be fixedly disposed inside the cartridge 200 . In addition, the ultrasonic transducer 230 may be moved within the cartridge 200 . Hereinafter, the driving unit 240 according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIG. 5 .

5 is a view for explaining an example of a driving unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Among the features of the content shown in FIG. 5, for the content overlapping with the content described above with respect to FIGS. 1 to 4 , refer to the content described in FIGS. 1 to 4 , and a description thereof will be omitted herein.

Referring to FIG. 5 , the cartridge 200 may include an ultrasonic transducer 230 , a driving unit 240 , and a bracket 250 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The bracket 250 may be fixedly coupled to the inside of the cartridge 200 and fix the driving unit 240 .

Specifically, the bracket 250 may include at least one of a left and right support and an upper support for fixing the driving unit 240 . And, at least one of the left and right supports or the upper support may be fixedly coupled to the cartridge 200 .

For example, the bracket 250 may be fixed to the inner surface of the cartridge 200 using a bolt, screw, rivet, coupling pin, or adhesive. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, a buffer hole through which at least a portion of the buffer 270 passes may be provided in one region of the upper support of the bracket 250 . In this case, one end of the buffer unit 270 may be coupled to the upper end of the cartridge 200 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, the shape of the buffer unit 270 will be described later with reference to FIG. 12 .

The driving unit 240 may include a driving motor 241 , at least one supporting unit 242 , a rotating unit 243 , at least one gear 244 , a moving module 245 , and a guide unit 246 . However, the above-described components are not essential in implementing the driving unit 240 , so the driving unit 240 may have more or fewer components than those listed above.

The driving motor 241 may move the moving module 245 by transmitting a rotational force to the rotating unit 243 through at least one gear 244 .

For example, the driving motor 241 may move the moving module 245 to the right by rotating the rotating unit 243 clockwise.

As another example, the driving motor 241 may move the moving module 245 to the left by rotating the rotating unit 243 counterclockwise. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the driving motor 241 may be an AC motor, a DC motor, a brushless DC (BLDC) motor, or the like. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto, and various motors may be used as the driving motor 241 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

At least one support unit 242 may support the driving motor 241 and fix the driving unit 240 to the bracket 250 .

For example, the driving motor 241 may be fixed to the at least one support unit 242 using a bolt, screw, rivet, coupling pin, or adhesive. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

At least one gear 244 may transmit the rotational force generated by the driving motor 241 to the rotating unit 243 . In this case, the at least one gear 244 may be combined to have different gear ratios to partially reduce the rotational force generated by the driving motor 241 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, a method in which at least one gear 244 transmits a rotational force to the rotating unit 243 will be described later with reference to FIG. 8 .

Meanwhile, the rotating unit 243 may receive rotational force generated by the driving motor 241 .

Specifically, the rotating part 243 may be rotatably coupled to the at least one support unit 242 . In addition, the rotational force generated by the driving motor 241 may be transmitted through at least one gear 244 rotatably coupled to the at least one support unit 242 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the rotating unit 243 may receive rotational force of the driving motor 241 through a pulley and a belt coupled to the pulley.

Specifically, a first pulley may be coupled to the shaft of the driving motor 241 . And a second pulley may be coupled to one end of the rotating part 243 . In addition, the first pulley and the second pulley may be connected through at least one belt. Accordingly, the rotational force generated by the driving motor 241 may be transmitted to the rotating unit 243 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, a worm screw may be machined in one region of the outer peripheral surface of the rotating part 243 . That is, when the worm screw is machined in one region of the outer peripheral surface of the rotating unit 243 , the rotating unit 243 may move the moving module 245 in the horizontal direction through rotation. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, one end of the rotating unit 243 may be coupled to at least one gear 244 , and the other end of the rotating unit 243 may be rotatably coupled to the bracket 250 .

Specifically, the bracket 250 may have a hole on an imaginary line extending from the rotation axis of the rotating unit 243 . In addition, a bearing or the like may be coupled to the hole provided in the bracket 250 . Accordingly, the other end of the rotating part 243 may be rotatably coupled to the bracket 250 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the moving module 245 may be coupled to the rotating unit 243 and horizontally moved as the rotating unit 243 rotates. Accordingly, the moving module 245 may horizontally move the ultrasonic transducer 230 .

Specifically, the moving module 245 may include a fixing unit for fixing the ultrasonic transducer 230 . In addition, the moving module 245 may include a bushing that is formed with a female screw to mesh with the worm screw of the rotating unit 243, and horizontally moves as the rotating unit 243 rotates. Accordingly, the moving module 245 may horizontally move the ultrasonic transducer 230 . Hereinafter, a description of the movement module 245 will be described later with reference to FIG. 6 .

The guide part 246 may be fixedly coupled to the bracket 250 and guide the horizontal movement of the moving module 245 .

Specifically, an insertion hole into which the guide part 246 is inserted may be provided in one region of the moving module 245 . Here, the one region may be a region to which an arbitrary axis different from the rotation axis of the rotating unit 243 may be coupled.

For example, one region may be a region between a bushing to which the rotating part 243 is meshed and a fixing part for fixing the ultrasonic transducer 230 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

In this case, the guide part 246 may be coupled to the insertion hole to prevent the moving module 245 from rotating together with the rotation of the rotating part 243 . Accordingly, the rotational force transmitted to the moving module 245 through the rotating unit 243 may be converted into a force for moving the moving module 245 in the horizontal direction. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Meanwhile, the insertion hole provided in the moving module 245 will also be described later with reference to FIG. 6 .

As described above, the guide portion 246 is coupled to the insertion hole (H) to prevent rotation of the moving module 245, but is not limited thereto. According to another embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide part 246 may include any structure that allows the working end of the ultrasonic transducer 230 to be aligned with one end of the cartridge 200 .

For example, the length of the front-back direction (direction orthogonal to the horizontal direction in which the moving module 245 moves) of the fixing part 2451 may correspond to the length of the front-back direction of the inner surface of the cartridge 200 . In this case, the fixing part 2451 may abut against the inner surface of the cartridge 200 so that the working end of the ultrasonic transducer 230 may be aligned with one end of the cartridge 200 . In addition, since the fixing part 2451 abuts against the inner surface of the cartridge 200 , the movement module 245 can be prevented from rotating, and can be moved in the horizontal direction by the rotation of the rotating part 243 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Referring to FIG. 6 , the moving module 245 may include a fixing part 2451 , a bushing 2452 , and a connection part 2453 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The fixing part 2451 is provided below the moving module 245 and may fix the ultrasonic transducer 230 .

For example, the ultrasound transducer 230 including a plurality of ultrasound generating modules may have a cylindrical appearance. In this case, the fixing part 2451 may be formed to surround at least a part of the exterior of the ultrasonic transducer 230 to fix the ultrasonic transducer 230 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The bushing 2452 may be provided above the moving module 245 . A female screw may be formed in the bushing 2452 so that a worm screw provided in the rotating part 243 is engaged. In addition, the bushing 2452 may receive rotational force from the rotating unit 243 .

At this time, if rotation is not suppressed, the moving module 245 may be rotated by the rotational force transmitted through the bushing 2452 . Accordingly, the moving module 245 may include a connection part 2453 for inserting the guide part 246 between the fixing part 2451 and the bushing 2452 to prevent rotation.

The connection part 2453 may be provided between the fixing part 2451 and the bushing 2452 to connect the fixing part 2451 and the bushing 2452 . In addition, the connection part 2453 may include an insertion hole H into which the guide part 246 is inserted so that the moving module 245 slides along the guide part 246 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, the moving module 245 may be coupled to the rotating unit 243 and the guide unit 246 . Accordingly, the moving module 245 may move in the horizontal direction according to the rotation of the rotating part 243 .

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the driving motor 241 may be fixed to the bracket 250 through at least one support unit 242 . In addition, at least one gear 244 may be rotatably coupled to the at least one support unit 242 . In this case, the driving motor 241 may transmit a rotational force to the rotating unit 243 through at least one gear 244 . Hereinafter, a method in which the driving motor 241 according to the present disclosure transmits a rotational force to the rotating unit 243 will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8 .

Referring to FIG. 7 , at least one support unit 242 includes a first support unit 2421 , a second support unit 2422 , a third support unit 2423 , at least one connecting rod 2424 , and at least one A first hole 2425 may be included. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The first support unit 2421 may be fixedly coupled to the bracket 250 .

For example, the first support unit 2421 may be fixed to the bracket 250 using a bolt, screw, rivet, coupling pin, or adhesive. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The second support unit 2422 may be provided to be spaced apart from the first support unit 2421 .

Specifically, the first support unit 2421 and the second support unit 2422 may include at least one first hole 2425 at a position corresponding to each other. And, it may be coupled to be spaced apart through at least one connecting rod 2424 coupled to the at least one first hole (2425).

More specifically, the outer diameter of both ends of the at least one connecting rod 2424 may coincide with the inner diameter of the at least one first hole 2425 . In addition, one end of the at least one connecting rod 2424 is fitted and coupled to the at least one first hole 2425 provided in the first support unit 2421 , and the other end is at least provided in the second support unit 2422 . It may be fitted and coupled to one first hole 2425 . In this case, an outer diameter of one region excluding both ends of the at least one connecting rod 2424 may be formed to be larger than an inner diameter of the at least one first hole 2425 . Accordingly, the at least one connecting rod 2424 may couple the first connecting member 2421 and the second connecting member 2422 to be spaced apart. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, at least one connecting rod 2424 may have a second hole 24241 . In this case, the driving motor 241 may be coupled through the second hole 24241 and at least one bolt 2426 .

Specifically, the driving motor 241 may be provided with at least one bolt groove (not shown) to which the at least one bolt 2426 is fastened in one region of the surface in contact with the second support unit 2422 . Here, the one area may be an area corresponding to a position in which the at least one first hole 2425 is provided. In this case, the at least one bolt 2426 includes at least one first hole 2425 , at least one second hole 24241 provided in the first support unit 2421 , and at least one provided in the second support unit 2422 . may pass through the first hole 2425 and be fastened to at least one bolt groove. Accordingly, the driving motor 241 may be fixed to the second support unit 2422 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the third support unit 2423 may be provided to be spaced apart from the second support unit 2422 .

Specifically, the third support unit 2423 and the second support unit 2422 may include at least one first hole 2425 at a position corresponding to each other. And, it may be coupled to be spaced apart through at least one connecting rod 2424 coupled to the at least one first hole (2425). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the second support unit 2422 and the third support unit 2423 may include at least one third hole 2427 . Here, the at least one third hole 2427 may be a hole through which at least one gear 244 seated between the at least one support unit 242 passes.

For example, one surface on which a shaft (not shown) of the driving motor 241 is provided may be coupled to one surface of the second support unit 2422 in close contact. At this time, if the at least one third hole 2427 is not provided, the driving motor 241 may not be coupled to the second support unit 2422 due to the shaft and the at least one gear 244 coupled to the shaft. . Accordingly, the at least one support unit 242 may have at least one third hole 2427 through which the shaft or at least one gear 244 may pass. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, at least one coupling pin 2428 may be provided between at least one support unit 242 . Here, the at least one coupling pin 2428 may rotatably couple the at least one gear 244 between the at least one support unit 242 .

Specifically, each of the first support unit 2421 and the second support unit 2422 may include at least one fourth hole 2429 in a region corresponding to each other. In addition, at least one coupling pin 2428 may be rotatably coupled to the at least one fourth hole 2429 .

For example, the outer diameter of both ends of the at least one coupling pin 2428 may be smaller than the inner diameter of the at least one third hole 2429 . In addition, one end of the at least one coupling pin 2428 is rotatably coupled to the at least one third hole 2429 provided in the first support unit 2429 , and the other end is provided in the second support unit 2422 . It may be rotatably coupled to the at least one third hole 2429. In this case, the outer diameter of one region excluding both ends of the at least one coupling pin 2428 may be formed to be larger than the inner diameter of the at least one third hole 2429 . Accordingly, at least one connection pin 2428 may be provided between the first support unit 2421 and the second support unit 2422 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, at least one gear 244 may be fixedly coupled to the at least one coupling pin 2428 . In addition, the at least one coupling pin 2428 may rotate together as the at least one gear 244 rotates.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the at least one gear 244 may transmit the rotational force generated by the driving motor 241 to the rotating unit 243 . Hereinafter, at least one gear 244 according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIG. 8 .

Referring to FIG. 8 , the driving unit 240 includes a driving motor 241 , a first gear 2441 , a second gear 2442 , a first interlocking gear 2443 , a third gear 2444 , and a second interlocking gear. 2445 , a fourth gear 2446 , a third interlocking gear 2447 , a fifth gear 2448 , and a connecting shaft 2449 may be included. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The first gear 2441 may be coupled to a shaft (not shown) of the driving motor 241 to receive rotational force. In this case, the first gear 2441 may be provided to penetrate the third hole 2427 - 1 provided in the second support unit 2422 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The second gear 2442 may mesh with the first gear 2441 and receive rotational force from the first gear 2441 . In addition, the first interlocking gear 2443 is coupled to the second gear 2442 and may rotate as the second gear 2442 rotates.

Specifically, the first interlocking gear 2443 may be coupled to one surface of the second gear 2442 so that the central axis coincides with the central axis of the second gear 2442 . In addition, the first interlocking gear 2443 and the second gear 2442 may be coupled to at least one coupling pin 2428 to be provided between the first support unit 2421 and the second support unit 2422 . . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The third gear 2444 may mesh with the first interlocking gear 2443 and receive rotational force from the first interlocking gear 2443 . In addition, the second interlocking gear 2445 is coupled to the third gear 2444 and may rotate as the third gear 2444 rotates.

The fourth gear 2446 may mesh with the second interlocking gear 2445 and receive rotational force from the second interlocking gear 2445 . Also, the third interlocking gear 2447 is coupled to the fourth gear 2446 and may rotate as the fourth gear 2446 rotates.

Specifically, the third interlocking gear 2447 may be coupled to one surface of the fourth gear 2446 so that the central axis coincides with the central axis of the fourth gear 2446 .

On the other hand, the third interlocking gear 2447 may be provided such that at least a portion of the third hole 2427 - 2 provided in the second support unit 2422 penetrates. Here, the diameter of the third hole 2427 - 2 may be greater than the outer diameter of the third interlocking gear 2447 . Accordingly, at least a portion of the third interlocking gear 2447 may pass through the third hole 2447 - 2 and may be rotatably provided. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the fourth gear 2446 may not pass through the third hole 2447 - 2 and may be provided between the first support unit 2421 and the second support unit 2422 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the fifth gear 2448 may mesh with the third interlocking gear 2447 and receive rotational force from the third interlocking gear 2447 . In addition, the connecting shaft 2449 is coupled to the fifth gear 2448 and may rotate as the fifth gear 2448 rotates. Here, the connecting shaft 2449 may be a member for transmitting the rotational force of the fifth gear 2448 to the rotating part 243 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, the connecting shaft 2449 may be provided such that at least a part of the third hole 2427 - 3 provided in the third support unit 2423 penetrates.

Specifically, one end of the connecting shaft 2449 may be coupled to one surface of the fifth gear 2448 , and the other end may be coupled to the rotating unit 243 through the third hole 2427 - 3 . Accordingly, the fifth gear 2448 may transmit the rotational force received from the third interlocking gear 2447 to the rotating unit 243 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, the rotational force generated by the driving motor 241 may be transmitted to the rotation unit 243 through at least one gear 244 . Also, the driving unit 240 may appropriately decelerate or accelerate the rotational speed of the rotating unit 243 through a combination of at least one gear 244 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the moving module 245 may move in the horizontal direction through the rotational force transmitted to the rotating unit 243 . Hereinafter, an example in which the moving module 245 according to the present disclosure moves will be described with reference to FIG. 9 .

9 is a view for explaining an example of a method of moving a moving module according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 9A is a view for explaining an example in which the moving module moves to the left according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 9 (b) is a view for explaining an example in which the mobile module is located in the center according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 9C is a view for explaining an example in which the moving module moves to the right according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

First, referring to FIG. 9B , the moving module 245 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure may be located at the exact center of the driving unit 240 . At this time, the center of the driving unit 240 may coincide with the center of the cartridge 200 .

In this case, the ultrasonic waves generated by the ultrasonic transducer 230 may penetrate through the center of the window 223 and be irradiated to the outside. That is, when the moving module 245 is located in the exact center of the driving unit 240 , the ultrasonic waves generated from the ultrasonic transducer 230 are focused at a position extending from the vertical central axis of the outer housing 100 and the cartridge 200 . can Accordingly, even if the location where the ultrasonic wave is generated cannot be visually confirmed, the location where the ultrasonic wave is focused can be easily predicted. For example, the user may recognize that the ultrasound generated from the ultrasound transducer 230 will be generated at the center of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 without additional operation. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, when receiving an input for terminating the power of the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 from the user through the user input unit 111 , the control unit 140 controls the movement module 245 . The driving unit 240 may be controlled to be located at the exact center of the driving unit 240 . Also, the controller 140 may turn off the power of the high intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 9A , the moving module 245 may horizontally move to the left as the rotating unit 243 rotates counterclockwise. Also, referring to FIG. 9C , the moving module 245 may horizontally move to the right as the rotating unit 243 rotates clockwise. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the moving module 245 may horizontally move to the right as the rotating unit 243 rotates in a clockwise direction, and may horizontally move to the left as the rotating unit 243 rotates in a counterclockwise direction.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, a distance that the movement module 245 can move to the left and a distance that can move to the right may be the same. That is, the moving module 245 may move left and right symmetrically about the vertical axis of the cartridge 200 .

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to continuously generate ultrasonic waves for a preset time while the moving module 245 moves left and right. Hereinafter, the operation of controlling the ultrasonic transducer 230 while the controller 140 moves the moving module 245 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 18 to 21 .

According to the above-described configuration, the moving module 245 can move in the horizontal direction within the cartridge 200 . Also, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves while the moving module 245 moves in the horizontal direction.

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, as the driving unit 240 moves the moving module 245 left and right or as ultrasonic waves are generated from the ultrasonic transducer 230, the ultrasonic waves filled in the cartridge 200 Heat may be generated in the transfer medium. At this time, the cartridge 200 may be provided with a cooling unit 260 for cooling the generated heat. Hereinafter, the cooling unit 260 according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIG. 10 .

Referring to FIG. 10 , the cooling unit 260 may include a heat dissipation plate 261 and at least one heat dissipation fin 262 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The heat sink 261 may form a part of the upper surface of the cartridge 200 . At this time, one surface of the heat sink 261 may be provided inside the cartridge 200 and the other surface may be provided outside the cartridge 200 . In this case, one surface of the heat sink 261 may be in contact with the ultrasonic transmission medium and the other surface may be in contact with air present in the accommodation space 120 of the outer housing 100 .

Meanwhile, the heat sink 261 may be formed of a material having high thermal conductivity so that heat generated in the ultrasonic transmission medium can efficiently escape to the outside.

For example, the heat sink 261 may be made of a material such as silver, copper, gold, aluminum, an alloy, a carbon material, or a polymer material. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, at least one heat dissipation fin 262 may transfer heat of the ultrasonic transmission medium to the heat dissipation plate 261 .

Specifically, at least one heat dissipation fin 262 may be provided on one surface of the heat dissipation plate 261 to protrude toward the inside of the cartridge 200 . In this case, the area in which the cooling unit 260 is in contact with the ultrasonic transmission medium may be increased by the at least one heat dissipation fin 262 . Accordingly, the heat generated in the ultrasound transmission medium may be more rapidly transferred to the cooling unit 260 , and the heat generated in the ultrasound transmission medium may be cooled more rapidly. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, at least one heat dissipation fin 262 may be provided in a matrix structure. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, the cartridge 200 may cool the heat generated in the ultrasonic transmission medium through the cooling unit 260 . Accordingly, the case where at least one component provided in the cartridge 200 is damaged by heat can be prevented.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, a cooling fan for cooling the cooling unit 260 may be provided in the receiving space 120 of the outer housing 100 . Hereinafter, the cooling fan will be described with reference to FIG. 11 .

Referring to FIG. 11 , the cooling fan 263 may be provided inside the outer housing 100 to cool the cooling unit 260 .

Specifically, the cooling fan 263 may be provided in the receiving space 120 recessed so that at least a portion of the cartridge 200 is inserted into the outer housing 100 . In addition, the cooling fan 263 may generate wind toward the cooling unit 260 under the control of the control unit 140 . In this case, the heat generated in the ultrasonic transmission medium in the cartridge 200 may be cooled more rapidly. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cooling fan 263 may not be provided in the accommodation space 120 .

Specifically, the outer housing 100 may be provided with a ventilation hole that is formed to communicate with the receiving space 120 . In this case, the cooling fan 263 may be installed in the vent.

On the other hand, when the cooling fan 263 is installed in the vent, it may rotate so that the air existing in the accommodation space 120 is discharged to the outside. Accordingly, the air existing in the receiving space 120 to which the heat is transferred from the ultrasonic transmission medium may be discharged to the outside through the cooling fan 263 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the control unit 140 may control the cooling fan 263 to rotate in conjunction with operating the driving motor 241 of the driving unit 240 .

According to some other embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 may control the cooling fan 263 to rotate in conjunction with controlling the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 may control the cooling fan 263 to operate when the temperature inside the cartridge 200 sensed through the sensing unit 224 is equal to or higher than a preset temperature. . Here, the sensing unit 224 may include a temperature sensor or the like.

Specifically, at least one temperature sensor may be provided inside the cartridge 200 . In this case, the control unit 140 may sense the temperature inside the cartridge 200 through the sensing unit 224 . And, when the temperature inside the cartridge 200 is equal to or higher than a preset temperature, the controller 140 may control the cooling fan 263 to operate. Here, the preset temperature may be pre-stored in the storage unit. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, the heat generated in the ultrasonic transmission medium may be cooled more rapidly through the cooling fan 263 .

On the other hand, the ultrasonic transmission medium may expand in volume when heat is generated. In this case, cracks or cracks may occur in the first case 210 or the second case 220 forming the exterior of the cartridge 200 . Accordingly, the buffer unit 270 may be provided in the cartridge 200 to avoid damage even when the volume of the ultrasound transmission medium expands. Hereinafter, the buffer unit 270 will be described with reference to FIGS. 12 to 13 .

Referring to FIG. 12 , the buffer unit 270 may have a tubular shape having an open portion 271 with one end closed and the other end open.

Specifically, the other end of the buffer unit 270 may be provided with a flange portion 272 , and at least a portion other than the other end may be disposed inside the cartridge 200 . In this case, the flange portion 272 may be coupled to the upper surface of the cartridge (200). Accordingly, the opening 271 of the buffer unit 270 may be located outside the cartridge 200 .

Through this structure, the buffer unit 270 is contracted so that the pressure inside the cartridge 200 is kept constant when the ultrasound transmission medium expands by heat, and when the ultrasound transmission medium contracts, the pressure inside the cartridge 200 is reduced. It can be inflated to remain constant.

Specifically, when the ultrasonic transmission medium inside the cartridge 200 is expanded by heat, the buffer unit 270 is contracted, so that the air inside can be discharged toward the outer housing 100 through the opening 271 . . Also, when the ultrasound transmission medium is cooled, the buffer unit 270 may expand according to the contracted volume of the ultrasound transmission medium. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Hereinafter, the contents of the contraction or expansion of the ultrasound transmission medium and the buffer unit 270 will be further described with reference to FIG. 13 .

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the buffer unit 270 may be formed of a material such as rubber. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the buffer unit 270 may include a spacer (not shown) in the inner space formed by the opening 271 .

Specifically, the buffer unit 270 may be contracted when the ultrasound transmission medium is expanded by heat. In addition, the buffer part 270 formed of rubber or other material may come into contact with each other according to the contraction of the inner surface formed through the opening part 271 . If, even if the heat of the ultrasonic transmission medium is cooled and the volume is contracted, if the inner surface of the buffer unit 270 is stuck and cannot return to its original shape, the pressure inside the cartridge 200 may not be constantly maintained. . Accordingly, the buffer unit 270 may include a spacer that prevents the inner surface of the buffer unit 270 from being in close contact during contraction. In this case, the spacer may be formed to correspond to the internal shape of the buffer unit 270 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the spacer may be formed of a polyurethane foam material. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, the buffer unit 270 can prevent the cartridge 200 from being damaged even when the ultrasonic transmission medium filled therein is expanded by heat. In addition, the buffer unit 270 may maintain a constant pressure inside the cartridge 200 .

Hereinafter, an example in which the ultrasound transmission medium and the buffer unit 270 are contracted or expanded with reference to FIG. 13 will be described in more detail.

13 is a view for explaining an example of the ultrasonic transmission medium and the buffer unit according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 13 (a) is a view for explaining a case in which the ultrasound transmission medium is expanded according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 13 (b) is a view for explaining a case in which the ultrasound transmission medium is contracted according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

Referring to FIG. 13A , heat generated by the operation of at least one of the ultrasonic transducer 230 and the driving unit 240 may be transferred to the ultrasonic transfer medium 280 . In this case, the ultrasound transmission medium 280 may be expanded. As the ultrasound delivery medium 280 expands, damage may be inflicted to the cartridge 200 .

Specifically, cracks or cracks may occur in the first case 210 or the second case 220 forming the exterior of the cartridge 200 . Accordingly, the buffer unit 270 may be reduced as much as the volume of the ultrasound transmission medium 280 is expanded.

On the other hand, referring to (b) of Figure 13, as the temperature of the ultrasonic transmission medium 280 is lowered, the pressure inside the cartridge 200 may be lowered. In this case, the buffer unit 270 may be expanded. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 may be provided with a sealing member for preventing the ultrasonic transmission medium from leaking to the outside. Hereinafter, the sealing member will be described with reference to FIG. 14 .

Referring to FIG. 14 , the cartridge 200 may include a first case 210 , a second case 220 , and a sealing member 290 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The first case 210 may include a first locking part 212 , at least one first fastening hole 213 , and at least one insert member 214 . The second case 220 may include a second locking part 221 , a first sealing member groove 225 , at least one second fastening hole 226 , and at least one bolt 227 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

At least one first fastening hole 213 is provided in the first locking part 212 , and at least one bolt 227 may be fastened thereto.

For example, at least one insert member 214 may be fixedly coupled to the at least one first fastening hole 213 therein. Here, the at least one insert member 214 may be a member capable of being fastened to the at least one bolt 227 by processing a female thread. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the at least one insert member 214 may be formed of a material having greater rigidity than the first case 210 .

For example, the first case 210 may be formed of a plastic or resin-based material. In addition, the at least one insert member 214 may be formed of a material such as iron, copper, tin, stainless steel, or an alloy. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, at least one second fastening hole 226 is provided in one region of the second locking part 221 , and at least one bolt 227 may be fastened thereto. Here, the one region may be a position corresponding to the position of the at least one first fastening hole 213 . That is, the at least one second fastening hole may be provided at a position corresponding to the at least one first fastening hole.

In this case, the first case 210 and the second case 220 pass through the at least one second fastening hole 226 and include at least one bolt 227 fastened to the at least one insert member 214 . can be combined through However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the at least one insert member 214 may not be provided. In this case, the at least one first fastening hole 213 may be machined with a female thread. Accordingly, the at least one bolt 227 may pass through the at least one second fastening hole 226 and be directly fastened to the at least one first fastening hole 213 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the at least one bolt 227 may be threaded in only one region. Here, the one region may correspond to a position at which the at least one bolt 227 is fastened to the at least one first fastening hole 213 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the second locking part 221 may have a first sealing member groove 225 on its upper surface.

Specifically, the cartridge 200 may include a sealing member 290 provided between the first case 210 and the second case 220 to prevent the ultrasonic transmission medium 280 from leaking to the outside. In this case, the sealing member 290 may be seated in the first sealing member groove 225 provided on the upper surface of the second locking part 221 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the shape of the first sealing member groove 225 may correspond to the shape of the sealing member 290 . In this case, the sealing member 290 may be seated in the first sealing member groove 225 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the shape of the first sealing member groove 225 may not correspond to the shape of the sealing member 290 .

Specifically, the sealing member 290 according to the present disclosure may be formed of a rubber or resin-based material. In this case, the outer shape of the sealing member 290 having rubber or resin-based characteristics may be somewhat deformed by the elastic force. For example, the sealing member 290 maintains a circular shape when no external force is applied, but may be deformed into a shape that can be inserted into the first sealing member groove 225 when an external force is applied. Accordingly, the shape of the first sealing member groove 225 may not correspond to the shape of the sealing member 290 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, a height dimension formed by the first sealing member groove 225 may be smaller than or equal to a height dimension of the sealing member 290 . In this case, when the sealing member 290 is seated in the first sealing member groove 225 , at least a portion of an exterior of the sealing member 290 may protrude to the outside of the first sealing member groove 225 .

On the other hand, when at least a portion of the sealing member 290 protrudes to the outside of the first sealing member groove 225 , the sealing member 290 is compressed according to the coupling of the first case 210 and the second case 220 . can be

Specifically, when the first case 210 and the second case 220 are fastened through at least one bolt 227 , the lower surface of the first engaging part 212 and the upper surface of the second engaging part 221 are It can be coupled to abut. In this case, the sealing member 290 protruding at least a portion to the outside of the first sealing member groove 225 may be compressed. Accordingly, leakage of the ultrasonic transmission medium 280 filled in the cartridge 200 can be prevented. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the sealing member 290 and the first sealing member groove 225 may be plural.

For example, the cartridge 200 may include at least two sealing members having different outer diameters. In addition, at least two first sealing member grooves may be formed at the upper end of the second locking part 221 to correspond to the outer diameter of each of the at least two sealing members. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, the first locking part 212 may include a second sealing member groove into which the sealing member 290 is inserted. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, the shape of the second sealing member groove may correspond to the shape of the sealing member 290 . In this case, the sealing member 290 may be inserted into the groove of the second sealing member. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, the shape of the second sealing member groove may not correspond to the shape of the sealing member 290 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, a height dimension formed by the second sealing member groove may be smaller than or equal to a height dimension of the sealing member 290 . In this case, when the sealing member 290 is seated in the groove of the second sealing member, at least a portion of the exterior of the sealing member 290 may protrude to the outside of the groove of the second sealing member.

Meanwhile, when at least a portion of the sealing member 290 protrudes outside the groove of the second sealing member, the sealing member 290 may be compressed according to the coupling of the first case 210 and the second case 220 . . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, a sealing member groove may be provided in each of the first and

second locking parts

212 and 221 .

Specifically, the first locking part 212 has a third sealing member groove on the lower surface of the first locking part 212 , and the second locking part 221 is on the upper surface of the second locking part 221 . A fourth sealing member groove may be provided. In this case, the position where the third sealing member groove is provided in the first locking part 212 may correspond to the position where the fourth sealing member groove is provided in the second locking part 221 .

On the other hand, when the positions where the third sealing member groove and the fourth sealing member groove are provided correspond to each other, the height dimension formed by the third sealing member groove and the fourth sealing member groove is smaller than the height dimension of the sealing member 290 . or may be the same

Specifically, when the first case 210 and the second case 220 are coupled to each other, a combined height of each of the third sealing member groove and the fourth sealing member groove may be formed. The height dimension formed at this time may be smaller than or equal to the height dimension of the sealing member 290 .

Meanwhile, the sealing member 290 may be compressed according to the coupling of the first case 210 and the second case 220 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, a position in which the third sealing member groove is provided in the first locking part 212 is different from a position in which the fourth sealing member groove is provided in the second locking part 221 . You may. That is, the diameter of the third sealing member groove and the diameter of the fourth sealing member groove may be different from each other. In this case, a plurality of sealing members 290 may be provided to be inserted into each of the third sealing member groove and the fourth sealing member groove. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, the case may further include at least one case in addition to the first case 210 and the second case 220 . In this case, the sealing structure as described above may be provided at a portion where any one case and the other case are coupled. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above configuration, the sealing member 290 may be provided to be compressed between the first case 210 and the second case 220 . Accordingly, leakage of the ultrasonic transmission medium 280 filled in the inner filling space formed by the coupling of the first case 210 and the second case 220 may be prevented.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the at least one insert member 214 may be inserted into the at least one first fastening hole 213 . Hereinafter, the at least one insert member 214 fixedly coupled to the inside of the at least one first fastening hole 213 will be described with reference to FIG. 15 .

Referring to FIG. 15 , at least one bolt 227 may couple the first case 210 and the second case 220 to each other.

Specifically, the at least one insert member 214 may be inserted into the at least one first fastening hole 231 provided in the first locking part 212 for the at least one bolt 227 . In this case, the at least one bolt 227 may pass through the at least one second fastening hole 226 provided in the second locking part 221 without being fastened, and be fastened to the at least one insert member 214 . have.

Meanwhile, an outer diameter of the at least one insert member 214 may correspond to or may be the same as an inner diameter of the at least one first fastening hole 231 . In this case, the at least one insert member 214 may be fit-coupled or press-fit-coupled to the at least one first fastening hole 231 . Here, the fit or interference fit may refer to a relationship in which two parts are joined with a gap and tightness due to a difference in dimensions before fitting with each other. And, the tolerance for this may follow standard standards such as ISO, ASTM, and DIN. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, at least one insert member 214 may be inserted and coupled to the at least one first fastening hole 213 . In this case, the at least one first fastening hole 213 may be directly threaded to reduce cracks or damage that may occur when the at least one bolt 227 is fastened.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, a sensing unit 224 for recognizing contact with at least a part of the user's body may be provided in a partial region of the lower portion of the cartridge 200 . In this case, the control unit 140 may recognize the contact between at least a part of the user's body and the cartridge 200 through the sensing unit 224 . below. The sensing unit 224 according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 17 .

Referring to FIG. 16 , the cartridge 200 may include an acting part 222 and at least two electrode parts 228 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The acting part 222 may be at least partially located on an extension line of the vertical cross-section of the outer housing 100 , and may be a region through which the high-intensity focused ultrasound generated from the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 is transmitted to the outside. Accordingly, the at least two electrode parts 228 and the window 223 may be included in the working part 222 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, each of the at least two electrode parts 228 may be provided in one region protruding from the side direction of the acting part 222 . That is, the acting part 222 may have a cross shape when viewed from the lower surface of the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 . In addition, the at least two electrode parts 228 may be provided so as to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body.

Meanwhile, at least two electrode units 228 may apply a current.

Specifically, the at least two electrode units 228 may apply a current having a constant frequency to at least a part of the body. Here, the frequency may be a multi-frequency signal having a frequency in the range of 1 kHz or more and 10 MHz or less. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

For example, the at least two electrode parts 228 may include an upper electrode part positioned above the acting part 222 in FIG. 16 and a lower electrode part positioned below the acting part 222 in FIG. 16 . . In this case, the controller 140 may apply a current having a constant frequency to the upper electrode part. In this case, the current may pass through the user's body and return to the lower electrode part. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, a measuring unit (not shown) may apply a voltage to the at least two electrode units 228 and measure a current corresponding to the applied voltage.

For example, the measuring unit may measure a voltage difference between the upper electrode unit and the lower electrode unit. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the contact recognition unit (not shown) may generate an impedance value based on the voltage applied by the measurement unit and the current measured by the measurement unit, and may recognize the contact based on the impedance value.

For example, data on a range of impedance values related to human skin may be pre-stored in the storage unit. In this case, when the contact recognition unit recognizes that the generated impedance value falls within a pre-stored range, the contact recognition unit may recognize that the at least two electrode units 228 are in contact with at least a part of the body. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, when the control unit 140 recognizes that the action unit 222 or the at least two electrode units 228 are in contact with at least a part of the body through the sensing unit 224, the ultrasonic transformer The transducer 230 may be controlled to generate ultrasonic waves.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 recognizes that the at least two electrode units 228 are in contact with at least a part of the body through the sensing unit 224 , and touches the user input unit 111 through the user input unit 111 . When the input is recognized, the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus may be controlled to generate high-intensity focused ultrasound. Hereinafter, a method for the controller 140 to control the ultrasonic transducer 230 through the sensing unit 224 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 19 to 21 .

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 may also eclipse the contact with at least a part of the user's body using the sensor pattern. Hereinafter, another example of the sensing unit 224 according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIG. 17 .

Referring to FIG. 17 , a sensor pattern unit 229 may be provided on a lower surface of the cartridge 200 to be in contact with at least a portion of a user's body.

Here, the sensor pattern unit 229 is for detecting the presence or absence of a touch input when at least a part of the body approaches the sensor pattern unit 229 , and may be a transparent conductor or metal.

For example, the sensor pattern unit 229 may be formed of a transparent conductor such as indium tin oxide (ITO), antimony tin oxide (ATO), carbon nano tube (CNT), or indium zinc oxide (IZO). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the sensor pattern unit 229 may be in the form of a dot matrix arranged in a matrix form, or may be arranged so that linear patterns are arranged vertically and horizontally. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

The touch detection unit (not shown) may be connected to the sensor pattern unit and detect a touch signal by detecting a voltage change value of the sensor pattern unit when the touch capacitance is added.

Specifically, the touch detection unit may detect whether a signal level in the sensor pattern unit is changed.

For example, the touch detection unit may obtain a touch signal by detecting a difference between a magnitude of a voltage when a touch does not occur and a magnitude of a voltage when a touch occurs on the sensor pattern unit. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, a touch recognition unit (not shown) may recognize a contact based on a touch signal detected by the touch detection unit.

For example, when the touch detection unit obtains a touch signal, the contact recognition unit may recognize that the sensor pattern unit 229 has made contact with at least a part of the user's body. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, when the control unit 140 recognizes that the sensor pattern unit 229 is in contact with at least a part of the body through the sensing unit 224 , the ultrasound transducer 230 generates ultrasound waves. can be controlled to do so.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the control unit 140 recognizes that the sensor pattern unit 229 is in contact with at least a part of the body through the sensing unit 224 , and receives a touch input through the user input unit 111 . If recognized, the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus may be controlled to generate high-intensity focused ultrasound. Hereinafter, a method for the controller 140 to control the ultrasonic transducer 230 through the sensing unit 224 will be described later with reference to FIGS. 19 to 21 .

On the other hand, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 is the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves in the first mode or the second mode based on a user input input through the user input unit 111 . can control Hereinafter, an example of a method in which the controller 140 controls the ultrasonic transducer 230 will be described with reference to FIG. 18 .

Referring to FIG. 18 , the controller 140 may receive a mode in which the ultrasound transducer 230 generates ultrasound from the user through the user input unit 111 ( S110 ). Here, the mode is a method in which the ultrasonic waves of the ultrasonic transducer 230 are generated, and may be pre-stored in the storage unit. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the user input unit 111 may receive a touch input from a user through a touch sensor. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the mode input by the user through the user input unit 111 is the display unit (not shown), the light output unit (not shown) or the high intensity focused ultrasound device (not shown) provided in the high intensity focused ultrasound device 10 . 10) and may be displayed on a display unit provided in an external device (not shown) connected to the display device. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves according to the first mode or the second mode based on an input from the user ( S120 ).

In this case, the input from the user may be a touch input through a touch sensor or an input through a mechanical input means. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the first mode may be a mode for discontinuously generating ultrasonic waves at preset time intervals. In this case, the preset time interval may be pre-stored in the storage unit. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

For example, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to have a cycle in which ultrasonic waves are generated for 1 second and ultrasonic waves are not generated for 1 second. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, the second mode may be a mode in which ultrasonic waves are continuously generated for a preset time.

For example, when it is recognized that the preset time stored in the storage unit is 1 minute and the second mode is input, the controller 140 may control the ultrasound transducer 230 to generate ultrasound for 1 minute. . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves according to the fourth mode. Here, in the fourth mode, while the touch input is being recognized It may be a mode for continuously generating ultrasonic waves. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to continuously generate ultrasonic waves until the next input is generated based on an input from the user. That is, the user may turn ON/OFF the operation of the ultrasonic transducer 230 through the user input unit 111 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves based on an input from the user.

Meanwhile, when a contact with at least a part of the user's body is recognized through the sensing unit 224 , the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves. Hereinafter, an example of a method in which the controller 140 controls the ultrasonic transducer 230 will be described with reference to FIG. 19 .

Referring to FIG. 19 , the control unit 140 may recognize that the action unit 222 is in contact with a part of the user's body through the sensing unit 224 ( S111 , Yes). Then, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves according to the first mode or the second mode input from the user while the contact is being recognized ( S112 ).

For example, the control unit 140 may recognize that the operating unit 222 is in contact with at least a part of the user's body through the at least two electrode units 228 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. For another example, the control unit 140 may recognize that the action unit 222 is in contact with at least a part of the user's body through the sensor pattern unit 229 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

In this case, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves according to the first mode or the second mode. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, when the control unit 140 recognizes that the action unit 222 is not in contact with a part of the user's body through the sensing unit 224 ( S111 , No), the ultrasonic transducer 230 to prevent ultrasonic waves from being generated. ) can be controlled. In addition, the control unit 140 may periodically or aperiodically check whether the action unit 222 comes into contact with a part of the user's body through the sensing unit 224 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to the present disclosure, the controller 140 controls the ultrasonic transducer 230 to prevent ultrasonic waves from being generated when a preset time elapses even while contact with a part of the user's body is recognized through the sensing unit 224 . can be controlled

For example, the controller 140 may receive a second mode for continuously generating ultrasonic waves for a preset time from the user through the user input unit 111 . In this case, the preset time may be 2 minutes. If the time for which the contact is recognized through the sensing unit 224 elapses after 2 minutes, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to not generate ultrasonic waves even when the contact is recognized. In this case, a safety accident that may occur when the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 unintentionally irradiates ultrasound for a long time may be prevented. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, when a touch is recognized through the sensing unit 224 and a touch input is recognized through the user input unit 111 , the controller 140 generates ultrasound to generate high-intensity focused ultrasound. The transducer 230 may be controlled. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described embodiment, the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus 10 can be used more conveniently by the user.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves while the contact is recognized through the sensing unit 224 . Another method for the controller 140 to control the ultrasonic transducer 230 will be described with reference to FIG. 20 .

According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, a third mode may be further stored in the storage unit in addition to the first mode and the second mode described with reference to FIGS. 18 and 19 . Here, the third mode may be a mode in which ultrasonic waves are continuously generated while the action unit 222 is in contact with at least a part of the user's body.

The controller 140 may receive an input to generate ultrasound in the third mode through the user input unit 111 . In this case, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves in the third mode.

Specifically, referring to FIG. 20 , the control unit 140 may recognize that the action unit 222 is in contact with a part of the user's body through the sensing unit 224 ( S210 , Yes). Then, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 in the third mode for continuously generating ultrasonic waves while the contact is recognized ( S220 ).

That is, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to continuously generate ultrasonic waves while the contact is recognized through the sensing unit 224 .

In this case, the user can conveniently and continuously apply the procedure to the affected part of the patient without considering the lapse of a preset time. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

On the other hand, when the control unit 140 recognizes that the action unit 222 is not in contact with a part of the user's body through the sensing unit 224 (S210, No), the ultrasound transducer 230 to prevent the generation of ultrasound. ) can be controlled. In addition, the control unit 140 may periodically or aperiodically check whether the action unit 222 comes into contact with a part of the user's body through the sensing unit 224 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to the above-described configuration, the user can conveniently generate ultrasonic waves just by bringing the action part 222 of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 into contact with a part of the user's body.

Meanwhile, in the present disclosure, the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves based on the movement of the movement module 245 . Hereinafter, a method in which the controller 140 controls the ultrasonic transducer 230 through the driving unit 240 will be described with reference to FIG. 21 .

Referring to FIG. 21 , the controller 140 may control the driving unit 240 to move the moving module 245 fixing the ultrasonic transducer 230 ( S310 ).

For example, the controller 140 may control the moving module 245 to horizontally move the ultrasonic transducer 230 in the cartridge 200 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, when it is recognized that the ultrasonic transducer 230 is moving (S320, Yes), the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves according to the first mode or the second mode (S320, Yes). S330).

For example, when the first mode is input from the user, the controller 140 may discontinuously generate ultrasonic waves at preset time intervals while the ultrasonic transducer 230 horizontally moves within the cartridge 200 . .

For another example, when the second mode is input by the user, the controller 140 may continuously generate ultrasonic waves for a preset time while the ultrasonic transducer 230 horizontally moves in the cartridge 200 . However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

Meanwhile, when the controller 140 does not recognize that the ultrasonic transducer 230 is moving (S320, No), the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 not to generate ultrasonic waves (S330). In addition, the controller 140 may control the driving unit 240 to move the ultrasonic transducer 230 ( S310 ).

1 to 21 , the high-intensity focused ultrasound device 10 according to the present disclosure may include a sensing unit 224 in a partial region of the lower portion of the cartridge 200 . In addition, when a contact with at least a part of the user's body is recognized through the sensing unit 224 , the controller 140 may control the ultrasonic transducer 230 to generate ultrasonic waves. Accordingly, the user can easily manipulate the ultrasonic wave generating device to generate ultrasonic waves.

The description of the presented embodiments is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make or use the present disclosure. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the generic principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Thus, the present disclosure is not intended to be limited to the embodiments presented herein, but is to be construed in the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features presented herein.

Claims

A cartridge that is detachably coupled to a high-intensity focused ultrasound device that delivers high-intensity focused ultrasound.

a case forming the exterior of the cartridge; and

a sensing unit provided in a partial region of the lower portion of the case and recognizing contact with at least a portion of the user's body;

containing,

Cartridges for high-intensity focused ultrasound devices.
The method of claim 1,

The sensing unit,

at least two electrode units provided to be in contact with at least a portion of the user's body;

containing,

Cartridges for high-intensity focused ultrasound devices.
The method of claim 1,

The sensing unit,

a sensor pattern unit provided to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body;

containing,

Cartridges for high-intensity focused ultrasound devices.
The method of claim 1,

The cartridge is

an ultrasonic transducer for generating ultrasonic waves; and

a driving unit for moving the ultrasonic transducer;

containing,

Cartridges for high-intensity focused ultrasound devices.
5. The method of claim 4,

The drive unit,

When the contact is recognized through the sensing unit under the control of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device, moving the ultrasound transducer,

Cartridges for high-intensity focused ultrasound devices.
As a high-intensity focused ultrasound device that delivers High Intensity Focused Ultrasonic,

an outer housing having a grip portion formed in a shape that can be gripped by a user;

a cartridge detachably coupled to a lower side of the outer housing in a vertical direction;

a sensing unit provided in a partial region of the lower portion of the cartridge and recognizing contact with at least a portion of the user's body; and

a controller configured to control the high-intensity focused ultrasound device to generate the high-intensity focused ultrasound when the contact is recognized through the sensing unit;

containing,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
7. The method of claim 6,

The sensing unit,

at least two electrode units provided to be in contact with at least a portion of the user's body;

a measuring unit applying a voltage to the at least two electrode units and measuring a current corresponding to the applied voltage; and

a contact recognition unit generating an impedance value based on the voltage applied by the measurement unit and the current measured by the measurement unit, and recognizing the contact based on the impedance value;

containing,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
7. The method of claim 6,

The sensing unit,

a sensor pattern unit provided to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body;

a touch detection unit connected to the sensor pattern unit and detecting a touch signal by detecting a voltage change value of the sensor pattern unit when a touch capacitance is added; and

a touch recognition unit for recognizing the touch based on the touch signal detected by the touch detection unit;

containing,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
7. The method of claim 6,

The cartridge is

an ultrasonic transducer for generating ultrasonic waves; and

a driving unit for moving the ultrasonic transducer;

containing,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
10. The method of claim 9,

The control unit is

When the contact is recognized through the sensing unit, controlling the driving unit to move the ultrasonic transducer,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
7. The method of claim 6,

a user input unit for recognizing a user's touch input through a touch sensor;

further comprising,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
12. The method of claim 11,

The control unit is

When the touch is recognized through the sensing unit and the touch input is recognized through the user input unit, controlling the high-intensity focused ultrasound device to generate the high-intensity focused ultrasound,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
As a high-intensity focused ultrasound device that delivers High Intensity Focused Ultrasonic,

a gripper constituting a part of the outer housing of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device and forming a shape that can be gripped by a user;

a user input unit for recognizing a user's touch input through a touch sensor; and

a controller configured to control the high-intensity focused ultrasound apparatus to generate the high-intensity focused ultrasound when the touch input is recognized through the user input unit;

containing,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
14. The method of claim 13,

The touch sensor is

Sensing a touch input based on at least one of a resistive method, a capacitive method, an infrared method, an ultrasonic method, or a magnetic field method,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
14. The method of claim 13,

a sensing unit provided in a lower portion of the high-intensity focused ultrasound device and recognizing contact with at least a portion of a user's body;

further comprising,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
16. The method of claim 15,

The control unit is

When the touch is recognized through the sensing unit and the touch input is recognized through the user input unit, controlling the high-intensity focused ultrasound device to generate the high-intensity focused ultrasound

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
16. The method of claim 15,

The sensing unit,

at least two electrode units provided to be in contact with at least a portion of the user's body;

a measuring unit applying a voltage to the at least two electrode units and measuring a current corresponding to the applied voltage; and

a contact recognition unit generating an impedance value based on the voltage applied by the measurement unit and the current measured by the measurement unit, and recognizing the contact based on the impedance value;

containing,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.
16. The method of claim 15,

The sensing unit,

a sensor pattern unit provided to be in contact with at least a part of the user's body;

a touch detection unit connected to the sensor pattern unit and detecting a touch signal by detecting a voltage change value of the sensor pattern unit when a touch capacitance is added; and

a touch recognition unit for recognizing the touch based on the touch signal detected by the touch detection unit;

containing,

High-intensity focused ultrasound device.