Massage device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a massage device including a seat frame for supporting a user's body, a back frame connected to be rotatable with respect to the seat frame, a guide rail extending along the seat frame and the back frame and connecting the seat frame and the back frame, and a support unit connected to the seat frame and the back frame and supporting the guide rail.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a massage device. Background Technology

[0002] Massage refers to a medical adjunct therapy that involves applying various forms of mechanical stimulation to specific parts of the body, such as kneading, pressing, stretching, patting, or moving a part of the body, to regulate changes in the body, promote blood circulation, and relieve fatigue.

[0003] Due to economic and time constraints, there is an increased demand for massage devices or massagers that provide manual massage functions. Specifically, as the need to relieve stiff muscles and eliminate fatigue or stress through massage increases, various massage devices that offer good time and cost-effectiveness have been introduced.

[0004] In recent years, people have been paying more attention to health, and massage devices have evolved from simply providing massage functions to electronic devices that offer a variety of additional and / or medical functions. Therefore, research on methods to effectively control massage devices continues.

[0005] On the other hand, since the position of the headrest in existing massage devices is fixed, it causes inconvenience because it does not correspond to the position of the user's head. Therefore, there is a need to develop a massage device that includes a headrest that can move in accordance with the position of the user's head. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem the invention aims to solve

[0007] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a massage device having a compact structure that can adjust the angle and improve durability through internal support structures.

[0008] However, the problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to those described above, but also include those problems that can be easily grasped by those skilled in the art based on this specification and the accompanying drawings.

[0009] means for solving problems

[0010] To achieve the above objectives, one aspect of the present invention provides a massage device, comprising: a seat frame for supporting a user's body; a back frame rotatably connected to the seat frame relative to the seat frame; a guide rail extending along the seat frame and the back frame and connecting the seat frame and the back frame; and a support unit connected to the seat frame and the back frame and supporting the guide rail.

[0011] In addition, one end of the support unit is rotatably connected to the seat frame, and the other end is rotatably connected to the back frame, and can support the guide rail whose position changes according to the rotation of the back frame.

[0012] Additionally, the support unit may include: a first link connected to the seat frame; a second link connected to the back frame; and a connecting link connecting the first link and the second link.

[0013] Additionally, at least one of the first link, the second link, and the connecting link may have an elongated hole.

[0014] In addition, the connecting rod has a curved shape.

[0015] Additionally, the support unit may include a guide roller disposed in at least one of the first link and the second link, and its position is adjusted according to the guide rail.

[0016] In addition, the guide roller can support the upper and lower surfaces of the guide rail.

[0017] Additionally, a reinforcing member may be included, mounted on one side of the guide rail, which changes shape together with the guide rail when the back frame rotates.

[0018] In addition, the guide rail can be more flexible than the reinforcing member.

[0019] Additionally, the guide rail may include: a first region for contact with the guide rollers of the support unit; and a second region located inside the first region to define the movement path of the massage module.

[0020] Additionally, a massage module may be included, whose movement path is determined by the guide rail and moves along the seat frame and the back frame.

[0021] Additionally, the massage module may include: a drive roller that moves along one side of the guide rail; and a first support roller that moves along the other side of the guide rail.

[0022] Additionally, a drive unit may be included, disposed on either the seat frame or the back frame, to rotate the other.

[0023] Invention Effects

[0024] The massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention can have multiple usage states. The massage device can be used in chair and bed configurations by adjusting the angle. Since the guide rail for the movement of the massage module can deform according to the usage state, the massage module can provide a full-body massage to the user in a compact structure.

[0025] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the durability of the massage device can be improved by reinforcing the deformable guide rail. When the guide rail deforms, the reinforcing member can prevent damage to the guide rail by increasing its rigidity.

[0026] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device has an internal support structure that supports deformable guide rails and can maintain multiple usage states. A support unit is provided in the portion connecting the seat frame and the back frame, and supports the portion connecting the seat frame and the back frame when the back frame rotates, depending on the usage state, thereby improving the durability of the massage device.

[0027] However, the effects of the present invention are not limited to those described above, but also include effects that can be easily grasped by those skilled in the art based on this specification and the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the massage device of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 2 It is used for explanation Figure 1 A diagram showing the components of a massage device.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a perspective view showing a portion of the massage device of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A three-dimensional sectional view of the massage device.

[0032] Figure 5 It is shown Figure 3 A diagram of the massage module.

[0033] Figure 6 This shows the massage module being set up. Figure 3 The diagram on the guide rail.

[0034] Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is shown Figure 3 The diagram shows the form of a support unit supporting a guide rail.

[0035] Figure 9 and Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the drive of the support unit according to the position change of the guide rail.

[0036] Specific preferred implementation method

[0037] A massage device includes: a seat frame for supporting a user's body; a back frame connected to be rotatable relative to the seat frame; a guide rail extending along the seat frame and the back frame and connecting the seat frame and the back frame; and a support unit connected to the seat frame and the back frame and supporting the guide rail. Detailed Implementation

[0038] The objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention described above become clearer through the following embodiments related to the accompanying drawings. The specific structures or functional descriptions below are merely illustrative of embodiments based on the concepts of the present invention. These embodiments can be implemented in various ways and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments described in this specification or application.

[0039] Based on embodiments of the concept of the present invention, various modifications and methods can be applied, therefore specific embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings and described in detail in this specification or application. However, this is not to limit the embodiments of the concept of the present invention to the specific disclosed manner, but should be understood to include all modifications, equivalents, or substitutions contained within the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

[0040] While terms such as "first" and "second" can be used to describe various constituent elements, the constituent elements are not limited to these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one constituent element from another; for example, without departing from the scope of the invention, a first constituent element may be named a second constituent element, and similarly, a second constituent element may be named a first constituent element.

[0041] When a constituent element is described as "connected" or "joined" to another constituent element, it should be understood that it can be directly connected or joined to the other constituent element, and other constituent elements may exist between them. Conversely, when a constituent element is described as "directly connected" or "directly joined" to another constituent element, it should be understood that no other constituent elements exist between them. Other expressions used to describe the relationship between constituent elements, such as "located between" and "directly located between," or "adjacent to" and "directly adjacent to," should also be interpreted in the same way.

[0042] The terminology used in this specification is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the invention. Unless otherwise explicitly defined in the context, singular expressions include plural expressions. Terms such as "comprising" or "having" in this specification are used to specify the presence of the described features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof, and do not preclude the presence or additional possibilities of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof.

[0043] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical and scientific terms, shall have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. Predefined terms of common use shall be interpreted as having the meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art, and shall not be construed as having an ideal or overly formal meaning unless expressly defined in this specification.

[0044] In this specification, an actuator refers to a structure capable of providing driving force. For example, an actuator may include, but is not limited to, a motor, a linear motor, an electric motor, a direct current (DC) motor, an alternating current (AC) motor, a linear actuator, an electric actuator, etc.

[0045] In this specification, binaural beats may refer to a specific form of audio information capable of modulating brainwaves.

[0046] In this specification, according to one embodiment, a massage device may refer to a massage device including a body massage section, an arm massage section, and a leg massage section. Alternatively, according to another embodiment, the body massage section, arm massage section, and leg massage section may exist as separate, independent devices (e.g., a body massage device, an arm massage device, and a leg massage device), and the massage device may refer to a body massage device, an arm massage device, or a leg massage device.

[0047] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0048] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the massage device of the present invention.

[0049] Reference Figure 1 According to one embodiment of the present invention, a massage device 100 may include: a body massage section 1000, which forms an area for accommodating at least a portion of a user's body and massages the user's body; an arm massage section 3000, which massages the user's arms; and a leg massage section 2000, which massages the user's legs.

[0050] The body massage unit 1000 is capable of providing massage to at least a part of a user's body. The body massage unit 1000 may include: a massage module 1400 for providing massage function to at least a part of the user's body; an audio output module 1240 for providing audio output to the user in any form; a main frame 1100 for forming the frame of the body massage unit 1000; and a user input unit for receiving input in any form from the user.

[0051] The structures of the body massage unit 1000 described above are merely exemplary embodiments. In addition to the aforementioned structures, the body massage unit 1000 may also include a variety of other structures.

[0052] In addition, such as Figure 1 The shape and structure of the massage device 100 shown are merely examples. Various forms of massage devices 100 should also fall within the scope of this invention without departing from the scope of the claims.

[0053] The body massage unit 1000 can be formed into a space of any shape to accommodate the user. The body massage unit 1000 can have a space that corresponds to the shape of the user's body. For example, as... Figure 1 As shown, the body massage unit 1000 can be implemented in a seated type that can accommodate the user's whole body or part of the body.

[0054] The part of the body massage unit 100 that contacts the ground may include any material or component for increasing friction (e.g., anti-slip mat, etc.) and may include wheels for enhancing the mobility of the massage device 100.

[0055] At least a portion of the body massage unit 1000 can slide. For example, when the body massage unit 1000 begins to massage, at least a portion of the body massage unit 1000 can slide forward. Additionally, the body massage unit 1000 can tilt backward. As a result, the body massage unit 1000 can provide massage while tilted backward.

[0056] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include at least one airbag (not shown). The airbag may be located in the user's shoulder area, pelvic area, arm massage area, leg massage area 2000, etc., but is not limited thereto, and may be provided in multiple parts of the massage device 100.

[0057] The massage device 100 may include an air supply unit (not shown) that can inflate an airbag by supplying air to it. The air supply unit may be located inside the body massage unit 1000 or in the leg massage unit 2000. Alternatively, the air supply unit may be located outside the massage device 100.

[0058] The arm massage unit 3000 can provide arm massage to the user. For example, the arm massage unit 3000 can provide massage to the user's arm, such as the forearm.

[0059] The leg massage unit 2000 can provide leg massage to the user. For example, the leg massage unit 2000 may include a calf massage unit for massaging the user's lower legs and / or a foot massage unit for massaging the user's feet.

[0060] The leg massage unit 2000 can be adjusted in length according to the user's body characteristics. For example, when a tall user uses the massage device 100, the leg massage unit 2000 needs to be longer because of the longer calves. Conversely, when a short user uses the massage device 100, the leg massage unit 2000 needs to be shorter because of the shorter calves. Therefore, the leg massage unit 2000 can provide leg massage tailored to the user's height.

[0061] The massage module 1400 can be disposed inside the body massage unit 1000 to provide any form of mechanical stimulation to the user accommodated in the body massage unit 1000. For example... Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the massage module 1400 can move along the main frame 1100 inside the body massage unit 1000.

[0062] For example, the main frame 1100 of the body massage unit 1000 may be equipped with a rack gear, and the massage module 1400 provides mechanical stimulation to various parts of the user's body while moving along the rack. The massage module 1400 may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited to these.

[0063] The main frame 1100 forms the internal structure of the body massage part 1000 and can be made of materials such as metal or plastic. For example, the main frame 1100 can be made of iron, alloy, steel, etc., but is not limited to these, and can also be made of various hard materials.

[0064] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include an audio output module 1240. The audio output module 1240 may be disposed in various locations. For example, the audio output module 1240 may include multiple output units, such as an upper audio output unit disposed on the upper end of the seat portion in contact with the user, a front audio output unit attached to the front end of the left and right arm massage portions of the seat portion, and / or a rear audio output unit attached to the rear end of the arm massage portions, etc., but is not limited thereto. In this case, the audio output module 1240 can provide stereo sound, such as 5.1 channels, but is not limited thereto.

[0065] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a user can control the massage device 100 using a massage device control device CD. The massage device control device CD can be connected to the massage device 100 via wired and / or wireless communication.

[0066] The massage device control device CD may include, but is not limited to, a remote controller, a cellular phone, a personal digital assistant (PDA), etc., and may include various electronic devices that can be connected to the massage device 100 via wired or wireless communication.

[0067] Figure 2 It is used for explanation Figure 1 A diagram showing the components of a massage device.

[0068] Reference Figure 2 According to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include at least one of the following: a main frame 1100, a control unit 1210, a storage unit 1220, a user input unit 1230, an audio output module 1240, a network connection unit 1250, and a massage module 1400.

[0069] The main frame 1100 can be a structure that forms the skeleton of the body massage part 1000.

[0070] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the main frame 1100 may include a seat frame and a back frame. The massage module 1400 is movable along the main frame 1100. The massage module 1400 is movable along the seat frame and the back frame. Details regarding the seat frame and back frame will be provided below.

[0071] The control unit 1210 is capable of controlling the operation of the massage device 100. The control unit 1210 can be implemented by a single processor or by multiple processors. When the control unit 1210 is implemented by multiple processors, at least some of the multiple processors can be located at physically spaced distances from each other. Furthermore, the control unit 1210 can be implemented in various ways, without limitation.

[0072] For example, the control unit 1210 may correspond to one or more processors. The processor may be implemented by an array of multiple logic gates, or by a combination of a general-purpose microprocessor and a memory storing a program executable in the microprocessor. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will understand that other types of hardware can be used to implement this.

[0073] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 1210 is capable of controlling the operation of the massage device 100. For example, the massage device 100 may include a plurality of actuators, and the operation of the massage device 100 can be controlled by controlling the operation of the plurality of actuators. For example, the massage device 100 may include at least one of a massage module movement actuator, at least one actuator included in the massage module 1400, a back angle actuator, a leg angle actuator, a foot massage actuator, a leg length adjustment actuator, and a sliding actuator, and the control unit 1210 can control the operation of the massage device 100 by controlling these actuators.

[0074] The massage module movement actuator is an actuator that enables the massage module 1400 to move up and down. Through the operation of the massage module movement actuator, the massage module 1400 can move along the main frame 1100.

[0075] The back angle actuator is an actuator that adjusts the angle of the part of the massage device 100 that contacts the user's back. The back angle of the massage device 100 can be adjusted by operating the back angle actuator.

[0076] The leg angle actuator is an actuator used to adjust the angle of the leg massage section 2000 of the massage device 100. The angle between the leg massage section 2000 and the body massage section 1000 can be adjusted by operating the leg angle actuator.

[0077] The foot massage actuator is an actuator used to operate the foot massage module included in the leg massage unit 2000. By using the foot massage actuator, the massage device 100 can provide foot massage to the user.

[0078] The massage module 1400 may include at least one actuator, and the control unit 1210 may operate the at least one actuator to provide various massage operations. For example, the control unit 1210 may operate the at least one actuator included in the massage module 1400 to provide tapping massage, kneading massage, etc., but is not limited to this, and may provide various massage operations.

[0079] The leg length adjustment actuator is an actuator used to adjust the length of the leg massage unit 2000. For example, the control unit 1210 can use the leg length adjustment actuator to adjust the length of the leg massage unit 2000 to fit the user, so that the user can enjoy a massage that matches their body shape.

[0080] The sliding actuator enables the massage device 100 to slide. For example, the seat frame can be moved forward or backward by operating the sliding actuator, so that the back frame connected to the seat frame can also be moved forward or backward.

[0081] The storage unit 1220 can store various information related to the massage device 100. For example, the storage unit 1220 may include massage control information, or personal authentication information, but is not limited to these.

[0082] The storage unit 1220 can be implemented using a non-volatile storage medium capable of continuously storing arbitrary data. For example, the storage unit 1220 may include, but is not limited to, disks, optical disks, and magneto-optical storage devices, as well as storage devices based on flash memory and / or battery backup memory.

[0083] Additionally, the storage unit 1220 may include a memory. The memory may be random access memory (RAM) such as dynamic random access memory (DRAM) or static random access memory (SRAM), serving as the primary storage device directly accessed by the processor. It is a volatile storage device whose stored information is instantly deleted when the power is cut off, but is not limited to this. This memory can be operated via the control unit 1210.

[0084] The user input unit 1230 can receive commands related to the operation and control of the massage device 100 from the user. The user input unit 1230 can be implemented in various forms. For example, the user input unit 1230 can be provided in the body massage unit 1000 or the leg massage unit 2000, but is not limited to these.

[0085] The massage device 100 can obtain various commands from the user through the user input unit 1230. For example, the massage device 100 can receive any commands, but is not limited to, regarding the selection of massage module, massage mode, massage intensity, massage time, massage area, position and operation of the body massage unit 1000, on / off power supply of the massage device 100, whether to activate the heating function, and audio source playback.

[0086] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the user input unit 1230 may have various buttons in the form of hot keys and / or option buttons for selecting, canceling, or inputting execution directions, depending on preset user settings or its own preset functions.

[0087] The user input unit 1230 can be implemented using a keyboard, dome switch, touchpad (static / electrostatic), rotary dial, momentary switch, etc., but is not limited to these. Furthermore, the user input unit 1230 can be based on voice recognition technology to obtain commands based on the user's voice.

[0088] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the user input unit 1230 may include a display for displaying the operating status of the massage device 100 or the user's current state, etc. In this case, the display may include at least one of a liquid crystal display (LCD), a thin film transistor liquid crystal display (TFT LCD), an organic light-emitting diode (OLED), a flexible display, and a 3D display, but is not limited thereto.

[0089] The audio output module 1240 is capable of providing audio output to the user in any form. For example, the audio output module 1240 can provide brain stimulation to the user by outputting an optimal sound source and / or binaural beat for the massage mode provided by the massage device 100. The audio output module 1240 can output audio signals received via a network (not shown) or stored in internal / external storage media (not shown). For example, the audio output module 1240 can output sound sources controlled by the user terminal via a network connection (e.g., Bluetooth connection, etc.). In addition, the audio output module 1240 can output audio signals in any form generated in association with the operation of the massage device 100.

[0090] A massage device 100 according to another embodiment of the present invention may include a network connection unit 1250. The network connection unit 1250 can communicate with modules inside the massage device 100, external massage devices 100, and / or user terminals via any type of network. The network connection unit 1250 may include a wired / wireless connection module for connecting to the network. Wireless connection technologies may include, for example, Wireless LAN (WLAN) (Wi-Fi), Wireless Broadband (Wibro), World Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX), High Speed ​​Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), etc. Wired connection technologies may include, for example, Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL), Fiber to the Home (FTTH), Power Line Communication (PLC), etc. Furthermore, the network connection unit 1250 includes a short-range communication module capable of sending and receiving data with any device / terminal located in close proximity. For example, as a short-range communication technology, Bluetooth, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Infrared Data Association (IrDA), Ultra Wideband (UWB), ZigBee, etc. can be used, but are not limited to these.

[0091] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a sensing unit 1260. In this case, the sensing unit 1260 may include at least one sensor. For example, the sensing unit 1260 may include a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, an LED sensor, a light sensor, a Hall sensor, an electrostatic sensor, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0092] The sensor unit 1260 can be used to acquire various types of information. For example, the sensor unit 1260 can be used to identify a user. That is, it can acquire information such as whether the user is seated, the user's body type, and whether the user has any physical abnormalities. As another example, the sensor unit 1260 can be used to acquire biometric information. That is, it can acquire fingerprint information, facial information, voice information, iris information, weight information, electrocardiogram information, body composition information, etc., but is not limited to these, and can include a variety of biometric information.

[0093] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 can sense the contact area and / or contact position with the user through the sensing unit 1260. Additionally, the massage device 100 can acquire the user's shoulder position information through the sensing unit 1260. Furthermore, the massage device 100 can provide customized massage based on the acquired information. For example, when the massage device 100 provides a shoulder massage, it can identify the user's shoulder position based on the information acquired through the sensing unit 1260, and can provide a shoulder massage to the user according to the identification result.

[0094] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a headrest portion 1300. The headrest portion 1300 can support the user's head. For example, when the user sits on the massage device 100, the headrest portion 1300 can be positioned corresponding to the user's head and support the user's head.

[0095] As one embodiment, the headrest 1300 can be movable. For example, since users of the massage device 100 have different heights or body types, if the headrest 1300 is fixed in one position, it will be located in a position that does not correspond to the head of some users, which may cause inconvenience to the users. Therefore, the headrest 1300 can be moved to a position that corresponds to the user's head and support the user's head.

[0096] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a massage module 1400. That is, the massage module 1400 is a structure that provides mechanical stimulation to the user, and the massage module 1400 is movable along the main frame 1100.

[0097] The control unit 1210 can provide massage by controlling the operation of the massage module 1400 to apply mechanical stimulation to the user.

[0098] The control unit 1210 can move the massage module 1400 along the X, Y, and Z axes. The control unit 1210 can also move the massage ball forward or backward along the X, Y, and Z axes. Alternatively, the control unit 1210 can rotate the massage ball around the X, Y, and Z axes.

[0099] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a seat portion 1500. The seat portion 1500 may cover at least a portion of the main frame 1100.

[0100] As one embodiment, the seat portion 1500 may cover at least a portion of the upper frame 1110. Therefore, the seat portion 1500 can block impacts applied to the main frame 1100. In addition, the shape of the massage device 100 may be formed by the seat portion 1500.

[0101] As a specific embodiment, the seat portion 1500 covers a portion of the backrest frame 120 (described later) and can be configured to cover the guide rail 130 along the length of the user's body. Therefore, the seat portion 1500 can cover the movement path of the massage module 1400 and the movement path of the headrest portion 1300.

[0102] Refer again Figure 1 The leg massage unit 2000 can be a structure for massaging the user's legs. The leg massage unit 2000 can form a leg receiving space for accommodating the user's legs.

[0103] The leg massage unit 2000 may include at least one of an airbag (not shown), a calf massage module (not shown), and a foot massage unit (not shown).

[0104] An airbag (not shown) can be a structure used to fix at least a part of the user's body. The airbag included in the leg massage unit 2000 can be a structure that fixes at least a part of the user's body by receiving air from a separate air supply unit and inflating it.

[0105] The calf massage module (not shown) can be a structure for massaging the calf portion of a user's leg. In this case, as mentioned above, the calf massage module may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited to these.

[0106] The foot massage unit (not shown) can be a structure for massaging a user's feet. The foot massage unit may include a foot massage module for massaging the user's feet. In this case, the foot massage module may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited to these.

[0107] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing a portion of the massage device of the present invention. Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A three-dimensional sectional view of the massage device.

[0108] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 As one embodiment, the massage device 100 may include a seat frame 110, a back frame 120, a guide rail 130, a reinforcing member 135, and a support unit 140. The seat frame 110 and the back frame 120 may be part of the aforementioned main frame 1100. Alternatively, as an optional embodiment, the massage device 100 may also include a first drive unit 150 and a second drive unit 160.

[0109] The seat frame 110 can support the user's body. The seat frame 110 can form a seat for the user to sit on when using the massage device.

[0110] The seat frame 110 can be assembled to form a space where a user can sit, and a device for generating driving force is provided on one side of the seat frame 110. For example, a first drive unit 150 and a second drive unit 160 may be provided below the seat frame 110.

[0111] The back frame 120 can support the user's body. When the user uses the massage device, the back frame 120 can support the back. The back frame 120 can be formed by assembling multiple frames to accommodate the user's back.

[0112] The backrest frame 120 and the seat frame 110 can be configured to rotate relative to each other.

[0113] As one embodiment, the backrest frame 120 may be configured to rotate relative to the seat frame 110. As another embodiment, the seat frame 110 may be configured to rotate relative to the backrest frame 120. However, for ease of explanation, the following description will focus on an embodiment in which the backrest frame 120 rotates relative to the seat frame 110 about the central axis AX.

[0114] When the first drive unit 150 is driven, the back frame 120 can tilt relative to the seat frame 110. When the first drive unit 150 is a cylinder device, the back frame 120 can rotate about the central axis AX according to the change in the length of the cylinder.

[0115] The massage device 100 can provide users with various usage methods by adjusting the rotation angle of the backrest frame 120. When the backrest frame 120 is tilted relative to the seat frame 110, the massage device 100 can be used as a chair (see figure). Figure 3 and Figure 9 Additionally, when the backrest frame 120 and seat frame 110 are arranged side by side, the massage device 100 can be used as a bed (see reference). Figure 10 ).

[0116] The guide rail 130 extends along the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, and can connect the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120. Even if the back frame 120 rotates relative to the seat frame 110, the guide rail 130 can still connect the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120. Therefore, when the massage device 100 is used in the form of a chair or a bed, the guide rail 130 according to the invention allows the guide rail 130 to deform at the connection portion of the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120.

[0117] The guide rails 130 can be configured as a pair facing each other. One of them can extend along one side of the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, and the other can extend along the other side of the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120.

[0118] Since the guide rails 130 facing each other form a path for the massage module 1400 to move, the massage module 1400, which moves along the guide rails 130, can be moved to various positions on the seat frame 110 and back frame 120 according to the user's operation.

[0119] The guide rail 130 can be formed of a flexible material. The guide rail 130 can be formed of a deformable and shape-recoverable material to bend within a predetermined range. Even if the back frame 120 rotates about the central axis AX, the guide rail 130 can change shape corresponding to the tilt angle of the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120. That is, in the guide rail 130, the portion adjacent to the central axis AX can bend or flatten within a predetermined range depending on the rotation of the back frame 120.

[0120] Figure 5 It is shown Figure 3 A diagram of the massage module. Figure 6 This shows the massage module being set up. Figure 3 The diagram in the guide rail.

[0121] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 When the massage module 1400 is set on the guide rail 130, it can move along the guide rail 130.

[0122] The massage module 1400 can provide massage to the user. For example, the massage module 1400 can provide tapping massage or kneading massage to the user's body.

[0123] The massage module 1400 forms a movement path via the guide rail 130 and can move along the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120.

[0124] As one embodiment, the massage module 1400 can be configured inside the body massage unit and can move along the main frame 1100 configured inside the body massage unit while providing massage to the user.

[0125] Since the massage module 1400 according to the invention is configured such that the guide rail 130 connects the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, the range of motion of the massage module 1400 can be extended. That is, when the massage module 1400 is driven by the seat frame 110, it can massage the user's buttocks, and when driven by the back frame 120, it can massage the user's back. In particular, a massage module 1400 can have a range of motion relative to both the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120.

[0126] The massage module 1400 may include a module body 1410, a massage unit 1420, and a moving unit 1430.

[0127] The main body 1410 can be combined with the various structures of the massage module 1400 to form the overall shape of the massage module 1400. For example, the massage unit 1420 and the moving unit 1430 can be combined with the main body 1410.

[0128] The massage unit 1420 can provide massage to the user's body. The massage unit 1420 can be in direct contact with the user's body, or it can be indirectly in contact with the user's body by having a separate component in between, such as an outer cover covering the outside of the body massage part.

[0129] The massage unit 1420 may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited thereto.

[0130] The moving unit 1430 is used to move the massage module 1400. The moving unit 1430 is drivably connected to the guide rail 130 and can move along the guide rail 130. The moving units 1430 can be configured on both sides of the module body 1410. As one embodiment, four moving units 1430 can be provided on the module body 1410.

[0131] As one embodiment, the moving unit 1430 may include a drive roller 1431 and a plurality of support rollers.

[0132] The drive roller 1431 is movable along one side of the guide rail 130. The drive roller 1431 can receive driving force from the massage module movement actuator (not shown). When the drive roller 1431 rotates, the massage module 1400 can move along the second region 132 of the guide rail 130.

[0133] The drive roller 1431 and the guide rail 130 can be provided with various mechanisms for transmitting driving force. However, for ease of explanation, the following description will use a rack and pinion structure as an example, in which the drive roller 1431 meshes with the guide rail 130 and moves along the teeth of the guide rail 130 by the rotation of the drive roller 1431.

[0134] As one embodiment, the drive roller 1431 may be a pinion with multiple teeth on its outer peripheral surface. The drive roller 1431 may mesh with a second region 132 of the guide rail 130. The second region 132 of the guide rail 130 is formed by a rack and may extend along the length of the guide rail 130. When the drive roller 1431 rotates, the massage module 1400 may move along the guide rail 130 because the pinion moves along the rack.

[0135] Since the support roller supports the guide rail 130, when the drive roller 1431 rotates, the support roller can stably connect the drive roller 1431 to the guide rail 130.

[0136] As one embodiment, the first support roller 1432 can move along the other side of the guide rail 130. The first support roller 1432 can be disposed on the other side of the drive roller 1431, and the guide rail 130 can be inserted into the gap between the drive roller 1431 and the first support roller 1432.

[0137] At least one first support roller 1432 may be provided. As an example, the first support roller 1432 may be provided in an odd number so as to face the drive roller 1431. As another example, in order to provide multiple first support rollers 1432, the drive roller 1431 may be configured between two first support rollers 1432.

[0138] Reference Figure 6 The first support roller 1432 can support the reinforcing member 135. Since the reinforcing member 135 is located on the other side of the guide rail 130, the first support roller 1432 can support the reinforcing member 135.

[0139] As one embodiment, the second support roller 1433 may be disposed adjacent to the drive roller 1431. The second support roller 1433 may rotate about the same axis as the drive roller 1431. The second support roller 1433 may be disposed at the end of the drive roller 1431.

[0140] The second support roller 1433 can be supported on the first region 131 of the guide rail 130, so that the drive roller 1431 is stably engaged with the second region 132 of the guide rail 130. Since the second support roller 1433 is supported on the guide rail 130 outside the drive roller 1431, the drive roller 1431 can be prevented from disengaging from the guide rail 130.

[0141] As an example, the moving unit 1430 can be driven by receiving power from a separate motor or actuator. In this case, the control unit 1210 can provide power to the moving unit 1430 by controlling the motor or actuator, so that the massage module 1400 can provide massage to the user's body while moving.

[0142] Reference Figure 7 The guide rail 130 can be divided into a first region 131 and a second region 132. The first region 131 can contact the guide roller of the support unit 140. The second region 132 is located inside the first region 131 to determine the movement path of the massage module 1400.

[0143] The first region 131 is located on the outer side of the guide rail 130 and can provide space for mounting the support unit 140. As one embodiment, the first region 131 is located at the connection between the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, and can provide space for mounting the support unit 140 between the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120.

[0144] The second region 132 is located inside the guide rail 130 and provides space for the drive roller 1431 of the massage module 1400. The second region 132 can be formed as a rack for engagement with the drive roller 1431, which is a pinion. Since the second region 132 is configured as the path of movement of the massage module 1400, it can extend over the entire seat frame 110 and back frame 120.

[0145] Since the guide rail 130 is divided into a first region 131 and a second region 132, the massage module 1400 can move along the guide rail 130 without being disturbed by the support unit 140. Furthermore, since the support unit 140 is supported in the first region 131, the massage module 1400, moving along the second region 132, can move along the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120 without being disturbed by the support unit 140.

[0146] Reference Figure 9 When the back frame 120 is configured to tilt relative to the seat frame 110, the support unit 140 can support the guide rail 130 in the first region 131, so that the massage device 100 can maintain the chair form, and since the massage module 1400 moves along the second region 132, it can massage the entire body while the user is seated.

[0147] Reference Figure 10 When the back frame 120 and the seat frame 110 are side by side, the support unit 140 can support the guide rail 130 in the first region 131, so that the massage device 100 can maintain the bed form, and since the massage module 1400 moves along the second region 132, it can massage the whole body while the user is lying down.

[0148] The massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may further include a reinforcing member 135. The reinforcing member 135 is mounted on the guide rail 130 and can change shape together with the guide rail 130.

[0149] Because the reinforcing member 135 strengthens the guide rail 130, its durability is maintained even when high loads are applied to the guide rail 130. The reinforcing member 135 prevents the durability from being reduced due to deformation of the shape of the guide rail 130.

[0150] As an example, the reinforcing member 135 is mounted on the lower surface of the guide rail 130 and may be a leaf spring. The reinforcing member 135 may contact the first support roller 1432 of the moving unit 1430, which moves along the lower surface of the guide rail 130. In addition, the reinforcing member 135 may contact the guide roller of the support unit 140, which moves along the lower surface of the guide rail 130.

[0151] The reinforcing member 135 can have greater rigidity than the guide rail 130. When the massage device 100 is configured as a chair, the guide rail 130 bends due to the movement of the back frame 120. The reinforcing member 135 can bend together with the bent guide rail 130 to enhance the rigidity of the guide rail 130. Furthermore, even with prolonged use of the massage device 100, and repeated bending and repositioning of the guide rail 130, the durability of the guide rail 130 will not decrease because the reinforcing member 135 strengthens it.

[0152] Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is shown Figure 3 The diagram shows the form of a support unit supporting a guide rail. Figure 7 This is a view taken from the inside of the massage device 100. Figure 8 This is a view taken from the outside of the massage device 100.

[0153] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 The support unit 140 is disposed between the seat frame 110 and the backrest frame 120, and can support the guide rail 130. The support unit 140 is located in the area where the shape of the guide rail 130 is deformed, and can maintain the configuration or shape of the massage device 100 according to the user's settings, thus preventing damage to the guide rail 130.

[0154] The support unit 140 can be arranged adjacent to the central axis AX, which is the axis connecting the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120. When the back frame 120 is set to be tilted relative to the seat frame 110, the support unit 140 can support one side of the guide rail 130 to maintain the tilt of the guide rail 130.

[0155] One end of the support unit 140 is rotatably connected to the seat frame 110, and the other end is rotatably connected to the back frame 120. Therefore, the position of the support unit 140 can be adjusted in response to changes in the position of the seat frame 110 or the back frame 120.

[0156] The guide roller of the support unit 140 contacts the guide rail 130 and can be adjusted on the guide rail 130. The support unit 140 can adjust the position of the guide roller on the guide rail 130 according to the position change of the seat frame 110 or the back frame 120.

[0157] As one embodiment, the support unit 140 may include a first connecting rod 141, a second connecting rod 142, a connecting rod 143, a first guide roller 144, a second guide roller 145, and a connector 146. The first guide roller 144 and the second guide roller 145 may be assembled on the connector 146, and the connector 146 may be provided in at least one of the first connecting rod 141 and the second connecting rod 142.

[0158] The first link 141 can be connected to the seat frame 110. The first link 141 can be connected to the seat frame 110 via the first connecting shaft FX1, and its position can be adjusted according to the rotation of the seat frame 110 or the back frame 120. The first link 141 can be connected to the connecting link 143 via the first rotating shaft RX1, and can be connected to the connector 146 via the third rotating shaft RX3.

[0159] The second link 142 can be connected to the backrest frame 120. The second link 142 can be connected to the backrest frame 120 via the second connecting shaft FX2, and its position can be adjusted according to the rotation of the seat frame 110 or the backrest frame 120. The second link 142 can be connected to the connecting link 143 via the second rotating shaft RX2, and can be connected to the connector 146 via the fourth rotating shaft RX4.

[0160] The connecting rod 143 can connect the first connecting rod 141 and the second connecting rod 142. The first connecting rod 141 and the second connecting rod 142 can be linked together through the connecting rod 143.

[0161] As one embodiment, the connecting rod 143 may have a curved shape. In the connecting rod 143, the portion connected to the first connecting rod 141 and the portion connected to the second connecting rod 142 extend respectively, and have a predetermined angle, approximately V-shaped.

[0162] Because the connecting rod 143 has a curved shape, it can stably support the guide rail 130 in various usage forms of the massage device 100.

[0163] When using the massage device 100 in chair form (see reference) Figure 9 A portion of the connecting rod 143 may extend along the seat frame 110, and another portion may extend along the back frame 120. Since the connecting rod 143 extends in accordance with the arrangement of the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, it can stably support the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120.

[0164] When using the massage device 100 in bed form (see reference) Figure 10 The connecting rod 143 supports the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120 at both ends, with its center pointing downwards. Since the wide and thick central portion of the connecting rod 143 is located below the connection between the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, the load can be distributed between the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120.

[0165] At least one of the first link 141, the second link 142, and the connecting link 143 may have an elongated hole. The elongated hole provides space for the two connected links to move linearly.

[0166] As one embodiment, an elongated hole is formed in either the first link 141 or the connecting link 143. When the back frame 120 is tilted, the connecting link 143 can rotate relative to the first link 141 while moving linearly.

[0167] As one embodiment, an elongated hole is formed in either the second link 142 or the connecting link 143. When the back frame 120 is tilted, the connecting link 143 can rotate relative to the second link 142 while moving linearly.

[0168] For example, as shown in the figure, the connecting rod 143 may have an elongated hole 143A in the portion connected to the first connecting rod 141. The position of the first rotating shaft RX1 can be adjusted via the elongated hole 143A.

[0169] The first guide roller 144 can support the upper side of the guide rail 130. The first guide roller 144 can be configured to contact the first region 131 of the guide rail 130. The first guide roller 144 is respectively disposed on the first link 141 and the second link 142, supporting and distributing the load transmitted from the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120 to the guide rail 130.

[0170] The second guide roller 145 can support the lower side of the guide rail 130. The second guide roller 145 can be configured to contact the first region 131 of the guide rail 130. The second guide roller 145 is respectively disposed on the first link 141 and the second link 142, supporting and distributing the load transmitted from the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120 to the guide rail 130.

[0171] The guide rail 130 is inserted between the first guide roller 144 and the second guide roller 145, and can be supported by the first guide roller 144 and the second guide roller 145. As the back frame 120 rotates, the first connecting rod 141 and the second connecting rod 142 also rotate together, and the positions of the first guide roller 144 and the second guide roller 145 can be adjusted on the guide rail 130.

[0172] As one embodiment, the first guide roller 144 may be disposed between a pair of second guide rollers 145. When the massage device 100 is used in chair form, the guide rail 130 bends. The first guide roller 144 supports the upper side of the bending section, and the second guide rollers 145 support the lower side of the bending section, so that the guide rail 130 can be firmly held in the bent state.

[0173] The connector 146 can be connected to the first link 141 via the third rotation axis RX3, and to the second link 142 via the fourth rotation axis RX4. The connector 146 can be provided with a first guide roller 144 and a second guide roller 145, and in response to changes in the positions of the first link 141 and the second link 142, the contact positions of the first guide roller 144 and the second guide roller 145 on the guide rail 130 can be adjusted.

[0174] Figure 9 and Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the drive of the support unit according to the position change of the guide rail.

[0175] Reference Figure 9 When the massage device 100 is configured as a chair, the support unit 140 can support the seat frame 110, the back frame 120 and the guide rail 130.

[0176] The support unit 140 is rotatably mounted on the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, and the guide roller is supported on the guide rail 130. Since the guide roller is inclined relative to the back frame 120 to support the guide rail 130, the support unit 140 can stably support the guide rail 130 or the reinforcing member 135.

[0177] The first link 141 is rotatably connected to the seat frame 110, and multiple guide rollers can be supported by the guide rail 130 adjacent to the seat frame 110 via the connector 146 connected to the first link 141.

[0178] The second link 142 is rotatably connected to the back frame 120, and multiple guide rollers can be supported by the guide rail 130 adjacent to the back frame 120 through the connector 146 connected to the second link 142.

[0179] Since the positions of each guide roller provided in the first link 141 and the second link 142 are adjusted to correspond to the bending of the guide rail 130 and support the bent guide rail 130, the guide rollers can prevent damage to the guide rail 130 and distribute the load applied to the guide rail 130. In addition, the connecting link 143 connecting the first link 141 and the second link 142 is also provided to correspond to the bent portion of the guide rail 130, thereby distributing the load applied to the guide rail 130.

[0180] Reference Figure 10 When the massage device 100 is configured as a bed, the support unit 140 can support the seat frame 110, the back frame 120 and the guide rail 130.

[0181] The support unit 140 is rotatably disposed on the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, and the guide roller is supported on the guide rail 130. Therefore, the support unit 140 can cause the guide roller to support the guide rail 130 in response to the back frame 120 being disposed side by side with the seat frame 110.

[0182] The positions of each guide roller, located on the first link 141 and the second link 142, are adjusted to correspond to the flattening of the guide rail 130. Furthermore, the guide rollers prevent damage to the guide rail 130 by supporting its flattened state and distribute the load applied to it. Additionally, the connecting link 143, which connects the first link 141 and the second link 142, is also positioned to correspond to the flattened portion of the guide rail 130, thereby further distributing the load applied to the guide rail 130.

[0183] Refer again Figure 3 The massage device 100 may include a drive unit. The drive unit may be an actuator.

[0184] The first drive unit 150 is installed on either the seat frame 110 or the back frame 120 and can provide driving force to tilt the seat frame 110 or the back frame 120. For example, if the first drive unit 150 is a cylinder device, the seat frame 110 or the back frame 120 can be rotated about the central axis AX by adjusting the length of the cylinder.

[0185] The second drive unit 160 is mounted on the seat frame 110 and can adjust the rotation angle of the leg massage unit 2000. For example, if the second drive unit 160 is a cylinder device, the leg massage unit 2000 can be rotated relative to the seat frame 110 by adjusting the length of the cylinder.

[0186] The massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention can have multiple usage states. The massage device 100 can be in the form of a chair or a bed. Since the guide rail for the movement of the massage module can deform according to the usage state, the massage module can massage the user's whole body in a compact structure.

[0187] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the durability of the massage device 100 can be improved by reinforcing the deformable guide rail. When the shape of the guide rail deforms according to the usage state of the massage device, the reinforcing member can prevent damage to the guide rail by increasing its rigidity.

[0188] The massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention has a support structure to support a deformable guide rail and can maintain various usage modes. A support unit 140 is provided in the portion connecting the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120. Depending on the usage state, when the back frame 120 rotates, it supports the portion connecting the seat frame 110 and the back frame 120, thereby improving the durability of the massage device 100.

[0189] Although embodiments of the invention have been described in more detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, the invention is not necessarily limited to these embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention. Therefore, the embodiments disclosed herein are not intended to limit the spirit of the invention, but are for illustrative purposes, and the scope of the spirit of the invention is not limited by these embodiments. Thus, it should be understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of protection of the invention should be interpreted by the scope of the claims, and all technical ideas within the same scope should be interpreted as being included within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A massage device, wherein, include: The seat frame is designed to support the user's body. A back frame is rotatably connected to the seat frame relative to the seat frame; A guide rail extends along the seat frame and the back frame, and connects the seat frame and the back frame; as well as A support unit, connected to the seat frame and the back frame, supports the guide rail. The support unit includes: The first link is connected to the seat frame; The second link is connected to the back frame; and A guide roller is disposed in at least one of the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod, the guide roller being in contact with the guide rail and being positioned along the guide rail.

2. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, One end of the support unit is rotatably connected to the seat frame, and the other end of the support unit is rotatably connected to the backrest frame. The support unit supports the guide rail, whose position changes according to the rotation of the back frame.

3. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, It also includes a massage module, the movement path of which is determined by the guide rail, and the massage module moves along the seat frame and the backrest frame. The support unit also includes: Connect the connecting rods to link the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod.

4. The massage device according to claim 3, wherein, At least one of the first link, the second link, and the connecting link has an elongated hole.

5. The massage device according to claim 3, wherein, The connecting rod has a curved shape.

6. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, The guide roller supports the upper and lower surfaces of the guide rail.

7. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, It also includes a reinforcing member, which is mounted on one side of the guide rail and changes shape together with the guide rail when the back frame rotates.

8. The massage device according to claim 7, wherein, The guide rail is more flexible than the reinforcing member.

9. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, The guide rail includes: The first region is for the guide rollers of the support unit to contact; and The second region, located inside the first region, is used to determine the movement path of the massage module.

10. The massage device according to claim 3, wherein, The massage module includes: Drive the roller to move along one side of the guide rail; and The first support roller moves along the other side of the guide rail.

11. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, It also includes a drive unit, which is disposed on either the seat frame or the back frame and causes the other to rotate.

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