Actuation device for a scented solution sprayer

Abstract

This actuation device (1) for a vaporizer (3) of a fragrant solution, in particular a perfume or deodorant, the vaporizer (3) comprising a container (5) for storing the solution, and a spray head (7) mounted on the storage container (5) and movable between a solution dispensing position and a rest position, includes a mounting means (9) for said vaporizer (3), an actuating arm (11) movable for rotation between an active position (PA) for actuation of the spray head (7) of the vaporizer (3) and an inactive position (PI), and a motor (13) for moving the actuating arm (11) between its active (PA) and inactive (PI) positions. Figure for the abbreviation: Fig. 1

Description

Title of the invention: Actuation device for a scented solution vaporizer technical field

[0001] The present invention relates to the vaporization of a fragrant solution using an actuation device for vaporizing such a fragrant solution. The fragrant solution may, for example, be a perfume or a deodorant.

[0002] In particular, the present invention relates to facilitating the operation of a vaporizer for people with reduced mobility who cannot perform a pressing gesture on said vaporizer.

[0003] In general, the invention applies to any sprayer of an odorous solution such as is commonly found in commerce. Previous techniques

[0004] Devices for conditioning and applying cosmetic products such as scented solutions, namely perfumes or deodorants, are generally sprayers.

[0005] A vaporizer for an odorous solution usually includes a storage container for the solution, and a spray head mounted on the storage container and movable between a solution distribution position and a rest position.

[0006] Such a commercially available sprayer is generally used by manually pressing the spray head to move it from its resting position to its dispensing position. This pressing is done, for example, by applying force with the index finger or thumb.

[0007] However, such a movement is sometimes not feasible for certain people with reduced mobility who, due to an accident or illness, can no longer perform it and, consequently, cannot use scented solution sprays. Such disabilities arise, for example, from spasticity, tremors, loss of an upper limb, or loss of strength.

[0008] The production of vaporizer packaging specific to each particular morphology could be a solution to allow the use of vaporizers by people with reduced mobility but is difficult to envisage on a large scale and would involve significant production costs.

[0009] In addition, people with reduced mobility, in a problem of inclusion and simplicity of purchase, are looking for solutions that can allow them to use the same packaged cosmetic products as people with full mobility. Description of the invention

[0010] The present invention therefore aims to overcome the aforementioned disadvantages and to provide a device enabling the actuation of a scented solution vaporizer commonly found in the trade by a person with reduced mobility.

[0011] The present invention relates to an actuation device for a vaporizer of an odorous solution, in particular a perfume or a deodorant, the vaporizer comprising a storage container for the solution, and a spray head mounted on the storage container and movable between a solution distribution position and a rest position, the device comprising a mounting means for said vaporizer, a movable actuation arm rotating between an active actuation position of the spray head of the vaporizer and an inactive position, and a motor for moving the actuation arm between its active actuation and inactive positions.

[0012] Thus, the motor and the actuation arm make it possible to perform the pressure movement on the spray head instead of the user, simplifying use for a person with reduced mobility.

[0013] In one embodiment, the device includes a user presence detector, the motor being configured to move the actuating arm according to signals transmitted by the presence detector.

[0014] In a particular embodiment, the device includes a radio signal receiver sending a motor activation signal and thus of the actuating arm when said radio signal receiver receives a predetermined radio signal.

[0015] Advantageously, the mounting means includes a platform configured to accommodate the storage container of said vaporizer.

[0016] According to one embodiment, the platform includes a surface for placing the device and a location configured to accommodate the storage container for said vaporizer and opposite the surface for placing.

[0017] In one embodiment, the device comprises a housing extending orthogonally from the platform, and a head mounted on the housing opposite the platform and supporting the motor and the actuating arm.

[0018] Advantageously, the mounting means further includes a retaining member extending from the housing in relation to the platform and configured to hold said vaporizer placed on the platform.

[0019] Advantageously, the retaining element comprises a band, preferably made of elastic material, the ends of which are fixed to the housing.

[0020] According to a particular embodiment, the device comprises a rechargeable battery configured to power the motor, the battery being positioned in the housing.

[0021] Advantageously, the device includes a manual gripping handle for said device, the gripping handle extending from the housing.

[0022] The device may further include at least one human-machine interface communicating with a control unit. The human-machine interface may include a display screen, in particular an LED screen, and / or control buttons and / or control keys, located for example on a chair and / or on a ring and / or on a bracelet and / or on a diabolo.

[0023] The interface may offer various functions and / or programs allowing, for example, the adjustment of certain operating parameters of the device, or the indication of certain information to the user, such as battery level, usage time, product level, user-specific information, or information relating to the safety and / or conditions of use of the device.

[0024] The interface can allow the selection of an operating mode to treat different body areas.

[0025] The interface can communicate via a wired or wireless connection, for example via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, with a terminal such as a mobile phone, a tablet, a computer in order, for example, to receive updates or to send data related to the use of the device.

[0026] The device may be equipped with a stabilizing device as described in US patent 11458062B2, capable of stabilizing the device in response to a user-induced movement, comprising: a receiver configured to be coupled to the device; at least one sensor configured to detect a user-induced movement; circuits configured to determine a compensating movement to offset the detected movement; and at least one motion-generating device integrated in the receiver configured to control a movement of the device based on the determined compensating movement. Brief description of the drawings

[0027] Other objects, features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following description, given solely by way of non-limiting example, and made with reference to the accompanying drawings in which:

[0028] [Fig.1] is a schematic side view of an actuation device according to an exemplary embodiment of the invention in an active actuation position; and

[0029] [Fig.2] is a schematic side view of the actuation device of the [Fig.l] in an inactive position.

[0030] Detailed description of at least one embodiment

[0031] Figures 1 and 2 schematically represent an actuation device 1 for a vaporizer 3 of an odorant solution.

[0032] The illustrated spray bottle 3 is, for example, intended to contain and spray a perfume or a deodorant.

[0033] In a manner known per se, the vaporizer 3 comprises a container 5 for storing the odorant solution and a spray head 7 mounted on the storage container 5 and movable between a position for dispensing the odorant solution and a rest position.

[0034] The device 1 includes a means for mounting said vaporizer 3 on the device, a movable actuating arm 11 that rotates between an active position PA for actuating the spray head 7 of the vaporizer 3, in particular shown in [Fig.2], and an inactive position PI shown in [Fig.1] in which it preferably remains at a distance from the spray head 7.

[0035] The device 1 further comprises a motor 13, for example a servomotor, for moving the actuating arm 11 between its active actuating position PA and its inactive position PL

[0036] In a particular embodiment, the mounting means 9 includes a platform 15 configured to accommodate the storage container 5 of said vaporizer 3.

[0037] Advantageously, the platform 15 includes a mounting surface 17 of the device on an external surface of said device, for example a shelf, as well as a location 19 configured to accommodate the storage container 5 of said vaporizer 3. The location 19 is formed on the surface opposite the mounting surface 17. The platform 15 is for example of a thickness of between 1 and 10 millimeters, preferably in the shape of a disc of a thickness of between 1 and 10 millimeters.

[0038] Optionally, location 19 is covered with an anti-slip coating, for example comprising an elastic material.

[0039] In the illustrated embodiment, the device 1 comprises a housing 21 extending orthogonally from the platform 15, a head 23 mounted on the housing 21 opposite the platform 15 and supporting the motor 13 and the actuating arm 11.

[0040] According to one embodiment, the rotation axis of the motor 13 is directed parallel to the platform 15.

[0041] Advantageously, the housing 21 and / or the platform 15 and / or the head 23 comprise mainly a lightweight material such as plastic in order to make the device 1 lightweight and easily transportable.

[0042] Furthermore, the maximum length of device 1 is preferably less than 25 cm, more preferably less than 20 cm, the mass of the device being less than 500 grams, preferably 300 grams.

[0043] These characteristics allow the device 1 to be easily portable and to be carried in a handbag, a small backpack or a toiletry bag, so that the device 1 can be taken everywhere by a person with reduced mobility.

[0044] In a particular embodiment, the mounting means 9 further includes a retaining member 25 extending from the housing 21 in relation to the platform 15 and configured to retain said vaporizer 3 placed on the platform 15.

[0045] The retaining member 25 extends, for example, parallel to the platform 15. It allows the device 1 to be manipulated in any direction without the vaporizer 3 falling.

[0046] Optionally, the retaining member 25 includes a hoop 25, preferably made of elastic material, the ends 27 of which are fixed to the housing 21. Advantageously, one of the ends 27 can be detached from the housing 21 when placing the vaporizer 3 on the platform 15.

[0047] According to a particular embodiment, the device 1 further comprises a user presence detector 29, the motor 13 being configured to move the actuating arm 11 according to signals transmitted by said presence detector 29.

[0048] The presence detector 29 is for example positioned on the housing 21 as illustrated, or on the head 23, or on the platform 15. In a particular embodiment, the presence detector 29 includes a photoelectric cell.

[0049] Thus, a user only has to approach the presence detector 29, or bring his hand close to it, for the motor 13 to start rotating and allow the actuating arm 11 to press on the head 23 in order to spray the odorous solution.

[0050] Optionally, the device 1 can be remotely controlled and includes a radio signal receiver 31 that sends an activation signal to the motor 13 and the actuating arm 11 when said radio signal receiver 31 receives a predetermined radio signal. Said radio signal is, for example, sent by a remote control.

[0051] The device 1 is powered by a mains power supply or preferably by a rechargeable battery 33 configured to power the motor 13, the battery 33 being positioned in the housing 21. The battery 33 makes it possible to promote the mobility of the device 1.

[0052] The device further includes a handle 35 for manually gripping said device 1, the handle 35 extending from the housing 21.

[0053] The handle 35 is preferably configured to be graspable by a person with reduced mobility. For example, it comprises a plurality of protrusions of various dimensions so as to be able to be manipulated by a range of people whose Manual mobility capabilities are different and respectively suited to grasping protrusions of different sizes.

Claims

Claims

1. Device (1) for actuating a vaporizer (3) of an odorous solution, in particular a perfume or a deodorant, the vaporizer (3) comprising a container (5) for storing the solution, and a spray head (7) mounted on the storage container (5) and movable between a solution dispensing position and a rest position, characterized in that the device (1) comprises a mounting means (9) for said vaporizer (3), an actuating arm (11) rotatably movable between an active position (PA) for actuating the spray head (7) of the vaporizer (3) and an inactive position (PI), and a motor (13) for moving the actuating arm (11) between its active (PA) actuating and inactive (PI) positions.

2. Device (1) according to claim 1, further comprising a presence detector (29) of a user, the motor (13) being configured to move the actuating arm (11) according to signals transmitted by the presence detector (29).

3. Device (1) according to one of claims 1 and 2, comprising a radio signal receiver (31) sending an activation signal of the motor (13) when said radio signal receiver (31) receives a predetermined radio signal.

4. Device (1) according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the mounting means (9) comprises a platform (15) configured to accommodate the container (5) for storing said vaporizer (3).

5. Device (1) according to claim 4, wherein the platform (15) comprises a surface (17) for placing the device (1) and a location (19) configured to accommodate the container (5) for storing said vaporizer (3) and opposite the surface (17).

6. Device (1) according to one of claims 4 and 5, comprising a housing (21) extending orthogonally from the platform (15), and a head (23) mounted on the housing (21) opposite the platform (15) and supporting the motor (13) and the actuating arm (11).

7. Device (1) according to claim 6, wherein the mounting means (9) further comprises a holding member (25) extending opposite the platform (15) from the housing (21) and configured to hold said vaporizer (3) placed on the platform (15).

8. Device (1) according to claim 7, in which the holding member (25) comprises a hoop (25), preferably made of material elastic, the ends (27) of which are fixed to the housing (21).

9. Device (1) according to any one of claims 6 to 8, comprising a rechargeable battery (33) powering the motor (13) and positioned in the housing (21).

10. Device (1) according to any one of claims 6 to 9, comprising a handle (35) for manually gripping said device (1), the handle (35) extending from the housing (21).