Massage module

Abstract

The present invention relates to a massage module, and the massage module according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a module frame; a lower frame connected to one side of the module frame in a tiltable manner; the kneading driving part is arranged on the upper surface of the lower frame; a flapping drive unit which is disposed on the same plane as the kneading drive unit so as to intersect with the kneading drive unit; and a first massage driving arm and a second massage driving arm, wherein the kneading driving part and the beating driving part are respectively connected to the first massage driving arm and the second massage driving arm. At least a portion of the kneading drive unit is disposed at the same height as the upper surface of the lower frame so as not to interfere with the flapping drive unit.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to a massage module applicable to a massage chair or various massage devices, and a massage device including the same. In particular, it relates to a massage module and a massage device including the same, which can incline a massage unit along a slot of a module frame, so that the massage module can be moved in a height direction without a separate rack. BACKGROUND

[0002] Massage refers to a medical auxiliary therapy that adjusts the body change of a massage subject by applying various mechanical stimulations such as kneading, pressing, stretching, slapping, or moving the body to the partial body of the massage subject, and is helpful for blood circulation and relieving fatigue of the massage subject.

[0003] Due to economic situations and time, the demand for massage devices or massage devices providing artificial massage functions has increased. That is, as the demand for relieving stiff muscles and eliminating fatigue or stress through massage has increased, various massage devices that are good in time and cost efficiency have been introduced.

[0004] Recently, people's interest in health has increased, and massage devices have changed from simple massage functions to electronic devices providing various additional functions and / or medical functions, and thus research on a method of effectively controlling the massage devices is still ongoing.

[0005] A conventional massage device has a structure in which a massage module is inclined in a height direction by a rack. However, this structure is susceptible to noise and wear due to the engagement of the gear, and is complex in structure, which limits the miniaturization of the device and precise angle control.

[0006] In order to solve this problem, recently, research has been conducted on a structure in which a massage unit is moved in a length direction along a slot of a module frame instead of a rack, thereby inclining the massage module.

[0007] A conventional massage device is configured in a structure in which a motor for transmitting power to each driving shaft of a slapping driving part performing a slapping action and a kneading driving part performing a kneading action is located at the rear, and power is transmitted to the front through a belt. However, this structure has a problem in that the depth (thickness) of the overall device increases to avoid interference of the configuration of the motor and the belt, and the transmission path between the motor and the driving shaft is complex, resulting in limitations in realizing an ultra-thin structure and securing mechanical stability.

[0008] In order to solve this problem, in recent years, research on the configuration of a slapping driving shaft and a kneading driving shaft has been conducted. SUMMARY

[0009] Technical problems to be solved The present invention is proposed to solve the problems as described above, and has an object to provide a massage device in which a massage module is provided to be tiltable in forward and rearward directions and movable without a separate rack.

[0010] In addition, there is provided a massage device which can move a massage module flexibly to a position close to a user's body while simplifying a structure, thereby reducing the number of parts and improving production efficiency.

[0011] The present invention has an object to provide a massage device in which a patting driving part and a kneading driving part are arranged to be crossed without interference, and at least a part of the kneading driving part overlaps at least a part of the patting driving part on a plane of the same height with respect to a lower frame, thereby enabling a slim structure.

[0012] In addition, there is provided a massage device which can ensure miniaturization and accurate control performance of the device at the same time by optimizing a configuration structure of a motor and a belt for transmitting power to each driving shaft and explicitly constituting a connection relationship between driving modules. The object of the present invention is not limited to the above-described object, and other objects of the present invention not mentioned will be understood through the following description, and can be more clearly understood through embodiments of the present invention. In addition, the object of the present invention can be achieved by the means described in the scope of claims and combinations thereof.

[0013] Technical solution for solving the problem The massage module for achieving the object of the present invention is configured of the following structure.

[0014] As an embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a massage module including a module frame, a lower frame connected to one side of the module frame in a tiltable manner, a kneading driving part provided on an upper surface of the lower frame, a patting driving part arranged on the same plane as the kneading driving part in a crossed manner, and first and second massage driving arms to which the kneading driving part and the patting driving part are connected, respectively. At least a part of the kneading driving part is arranged on the same height of the upper surface in a manner not to interfere with the patting driving part.

[0015] In addition, there is provided a massage module in which the kneading driving part includes a first eccentric shaft for connecting the first and second massage driving arms to left and right, the patting driving part includes a second transmission part arranged in a space between the first and second massage driving arms in an up and down direction, the first eccentric shaft is arranged in a manner to penetrate an inside of the second transmission part, or the first eccentric shaft is arranged in a manner to contact an outside of the second transmission part.

[0016] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the kneading driving part further includes a first motor for driving the first eccentric shaft. The patting driving part further includes a second eccentric shaft connected to the first massage driving arm and the second massage driving arm in a manner of driving the first massage driving arm and the second massage driving arm, and a second motor for driving the second eccentric shaft.

[0017] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the second transmission part includes a ring-type power transmission part for transmitting power from the second motor to the second eccentric shaft, and the first eccentric shaft is arranged in a manner of penetrating the inside of the ring-type power transmission part.

[0018] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the second transmission part includes a ring-type power transmission part for transmitting power from the second motor to the second eccentric shaft, and the first eccentric shaft is arranged in a manner of contacting the outside of the ring-type power transmission part.

[0019] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the first eccentric shaft and the second eccentric shaft are arranged side by side in a length direction.

[0020] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the first eccentric shaft and the first motor are arranged at the same height.

[0021] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the second eccentric shaft and the second motor are arranged at the same height.

[0022] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the first motor and the second motor are arranged at the same height.

[0023] Further, provided is a massage module, further including an advance / retreat driving part arranged at one side of the module frame and driving in a manner of tilting the lower frame.

[0024] Further, provided is a massage module, further including a fixing member arranged at the lower frame, and the first eccentric shaft is arranged in a manner of penetrating the fixing member.

[0025] Further, provided is a massage module, wherein the first eccentric shaft and the first motor are arranged at a predetermined angle.

[0026] Inventive Effects The present application can achieve the following effects through the combination and interaction of the above-described structures in the embodiments and claims.

[0027] First, since the massage unit is directly tilted and moved in a height direction through the rotation of the link part, the massage position adjustment can be performed without a separate rack, so that the structure can be simplified.

[0028] Second, the lower frame of the cantilever structure and the impact absorbing portion are combined, so that vibration and impact generated by contact with the user's body can be effectively alleviated, and thus a stable and comfortable massage environment can be provided for the user.

[0029] Third, the complexity and precision of the massage motion are improved by the eccentric shaft and the multi-stage motor structure, so that a customized effect corresponding to various body types and massage requirements can be provided.

[0030] Fourth, by cross-arranging the kneading driving portion and the tapping driving portion on the same plane and making the kneading driving shaft pass through between the power transmission portions of the tapping driving portion, an effect of minimizing interference between each driving portion and achieving an ultra-thin shape of the overall massage module can be achieved.

[0031] Fifth, by arranging the first motor and the second motor and the first eccentric shaft and the second eccentric shaft at the same height or on the same plane, an effect of preventing the three-dimensional stacking of the driving module and achieving miniaturization and light weight of the overall massage device can be achieved.

[0032] Sixth, the ring-type power transmission portion is used to effectively transmit power to the tapping driving shaft, and the kneading driving shaft can be arranged inside or outside the ring-type power transmission portion, so that an effect of achieving mechanical stability while simplifying the assembly structure can be provided. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0033] Figure 1 is a diagram of a massage device for explaining an embodiment of the present application.

[0034] Figure 2 is a diagram of a main frame for explaining an embodiment of the present application.

[0035] Figure 3 is a diagram of a specific structure of a massage device for explaining an embodiment of the present application.

[0036] Figure 4 is a diagram of an external device that can communicate with a massage device, showing an embodiment of the present application.

[0037] Figure 5A is a perspective view of a massage module as an embodiment of the present application.

[0038] Figure 5B is a diagram showing a portion A of as an embodiment of the present application. Figure 5A

[0039] Figures 6A to 6C ​Fig. 1 is a perspective view showing a massage device according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0040] Figure 7 Fig. 2 is a perspective view showing a lower frame according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0041] Figures 8A to 8B Fig. 3 is a side view showing a massage module before and after a load is applied according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0042] Figure 9 Fig. 4 is a perspective view showing a massage module composed of omni-directional wheels according to another embodiment of the present application.

[0043] Figure 10 Fig. 5 is a perspective view showing a massage module composed of V-shaped wheels according to another embodiment of the present application.

[0044] Figure 11 Fig. 6 is a perspective view showing a massage module including a gripping action mechanism according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0045] Figure 12 Fig. 7 is a plan view showing a massage module including a gripping action mechanism according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0046] Figure 13 Fig. 8 is a view showing a part of a massage module including a gripping action mechanism according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0047] Figure 14A Fig. 9 is a perspective view showing a massage module in which a first eccentric shaft and a second eccentric shaft are disposed opposite each other outside a second transmission portion according to another embodiment of the present application.

[0048] Figure 14B Fig. 10 is a view showing a part of a massage module according to another embodiment of the present application. Figure 14A

[0049] Explanation of Reference Numerals 1000: Massage device 2000: Massage module 2010: Module frame 2011: Slot 2012: Third motor 2013: Transfer driving portion 2100: Massage unit 2110: Action roller 2120: Lower frame 2121: Impact absorbing portion 2122: Opening portion 2123: Guide portion ​2124: Open Department 2200: Fixed component 2300: Massage Department 2310: First eccentric part 2311: First eccentric shaft 2312: First Motor 2313: First Transmission Department 2314: Bearings 2315: First eccentric component 2320: Second eccentric part 2321: Second eccentric shaft 2322: Second eccentric component 2323: First connecting member 2324: Second motor 2325: Second Transmission Department 2400: Connecting rod section 2410: Action Hinge 2420: Action Link 2430: First Link 2431: First Connector 2440: Second Link 2441: Second connector 2500: Forward / Reverse Drive Unit 2510: Drive shaft 2520: Drive gear 2530: Drive pinion 2540: Fourth Motor 2600: Massage Arm 2600a: First Massage Drive Arm 2600b: Second massage drive arm 2610: First Massage Arm 2620: First Massage Roller 2630: Second massage arm 2631: Second connecting member 2640: Second Massage Roller 2650: Third connecting member Detailed Implementation The objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention described above will become more apparent from the following embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0050] The specific structures and functional descriptions below are merely illustrative of embodiments based on the concepts of the present invention. These embodiments may be implemented in various ways and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments described in this specification or application.

[0051] 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, and substitutions contained within the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

[0052] 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.

[0053] When a constituent element is "connected" or "combined" to another constituent element, it should be understood that it can be directly connected or combined to the other constituent element, and other constituent elements may exist between them. Conversely, when a constituent element is "directly connected" or "directly combined" 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 "between" or "adjacent to" and "directly adjacent to," should also be interpreted in the same way.

[0054] The terminology used in this specification is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Unless the context clearly specifies otherwise, 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 presuppose the presence or additional possibilities of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof.

[0055] 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. Terms defined in a common dictionary 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.

[0056] 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.

[0057] In this specification, binaural beats may refer to a specific type of audio information that can control brainwaves.

[0058] In this specification, according to one embodiment, a massage device may refer to a massage device that includes a body massage section and a leg massage section. Alternatively, according to another embodiment, the body massage section and the leg massage section may exist as separate, independent devices (e.g., a body massage device and a leg massage device), and the massage device may refer to either a body massage device or a leg massage device.

[0059] Additionally, in the following description, one end refers to the direction close to the forward / backward drive unit 2500 when the forward / backward drive unit 2500 is located in the module frame, and the other end refers to the direction away from the forward / backward drive unit 2500.

[0060] Furthermore, in the following description, the height direction refers to at least one of the upper or lower directions based on the lower frame 2120. Additionally, the length direction refers to at least one of the front or rear directions based on the lower frame 2120, and the width direction refers to at least one of the left or right directions based on the lower frame 2120.

[0061] Additionally, in the attached diagram, the X-axis direction refers to the width direction, the Y-axis direction refers to the length direction, and the Z-axis direction refers to the height direction.

[0062] Additionally, in the following description, the first eccentric part 2310 refers to the kneading drive part 2310 for performing the kneading action, and the second eccentric part 2320 refers to the patting drive part 2320 for performing the patting action.

[0063] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0064] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0065] A massage device 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a massage section 2300, which forms an area for accommodating at least a portion of a user's body, supporting the user's body (e.g., torso), and massaging a portion of the user's body.

[0066] The massage unit 2300 may include at least one of the following massage units: a body massage unit 1100 for massaging at least a part of the user's body; an arm massage unit 1200 for massaging the user's arms; and a leg massage unit 1300 for massaging the user's legs.

[0067] The body massage unit 1100 can massage at least a part of the user's body. For example, the body massage unit 1100 can massage at least a part of at least one of the user's upper body and lower body.

[0068] Specifically, the body massage unit 1100 may include: a massage module 2000 that provides massage function to at least a part of the user's body; an audio output module 1120 for providing audio output to the user in any form; a main frame 1130 that forms the frame of the body massage unit 1100 and supports the user's body; and a user input unit 1140 for receiving input in any form from the user.

[0069] The structures of the body massage unit 1100 described above are merely exemplary embodiments. In addition to the aforementioned structures, the body massage unit 1100 may also include a variety of other structures.

[0070] In addition, such as Figure 1 The shape and structure of the massage device 1000 shown are merely examples. Various forms of massage devices 1000 should also fall within the scope of this invention without departing from the scope defined by the claims.

[0071] The body massage unit 1100 can be formed into a space of any shape to accommodate a user. The body massage unit 1100 can be configured with a space whose shape corresponds to the user's body shape. For example, as... Figure 1 As shown, the body massage unit 1100 can be implemented in a seated form that can accommodate the whole body or part of the user's body to support at least a part of the user's body. For example, the body massage unit 1100 may include: a backrest 1102 for supporting at least a part of the user's upper body; and a seat 1101 for supporting at least a part of the user's lower body.

[0072] The part of the body massage unit 1100 that contacts the ground may include any material or component for enhancing friction (e.g., an anti-slip mat), and may include wheels for enhancing the mobility of the massage device 1000.

[0073] At least a portion of the body massage unit 1100 is slidably movable. For example, when the body massage unit 1100 begins to massage, or when the body massage unit 1100 is actuated, at least a portion of the body massage unit 1100 can slide forward. Additionally, the body massage unit 1100 can tilt backward. As a result, the body massage unit 1100 can provide massage in a rearward tilted state. For example, the massage device 1000 may include an actuator that causes the massage device 1000 (or the body massage unit 1100) to tilt backward. The massage device 1000 can tilt or return the body massage unit 1100 to its original state by actuating the aforementioned actuator. In this case, the actuator may be configured on at least a portion of the massage device (e.g., the base frame).

[0074] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 1000 may include at least one airbag (not shown). The airbag may be located in at least a portion of the body massage portion 1100 (e.g., at least one of the areas corresponding to the user's shoulder, the pelvis, and the waist in the entire area of ​​the body massage portion 1100), at least a portion of the arm massage portion 1200, and at least a portion of the leg massage portion 1300, but is not limited thereto, and may be disposed in multiple portions of the massage device 1000.

[0075] The massage device 1000 may include an air supply unit that supplies air to an airbag to inflate it. The air supply unit may be located inside the body massage unit 1100 or in the leg massage unit 1300. Alternatively, the air supply unit may be located outside the massage device 1000.

[0076] The massage module 2000 can be installed inside the body massage unit 1100 to provide any form of mechanical stimulation to the user accommodated in the body massage unit 1100. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the massage module 2000 can move along the main frame 1130 disposed inside the body massage unit 1100. The massage module 2000 can massage at least a part of the user's body while moving along the main frame 1130.

[0077] The main frame 1130 of the body massage unit 1100 may include a rack, and the massage module 2000 can provide mechanical stimulation to various parts of the user's body while moving along the rack. For example, the massage module 2000 can massage the user's back and shoulders, waist, hips, and thighs by patting or kneading at least one of these body parts. The massage module 2000 may include, but is not limited to, at least one of a ball massage unit and a roller massage unit.

[0078] The main frame 1130 is used to form the internal structure of the body massage part 1100, and can be made of metal and / or plastic materials. For example, the main frame 1130 can be made of iron, alloy, steel, etc., but is not limited to these, and can also be made of various sturdy materials.

[0079] The audio output module 1120 can be positioned in various locations. For example, the audio output module 1120 may include multiple output units, such as an upper audio output unit positioned above the seat portion that contacts the user, a front audio output unit attached to the front end of the left and right arm massage portions 1200 of the seat portion, and / or a rear audio output unit attached to the rear end of the arm massage portions 1200, etc., but is not limited thereto. In this case, the audio output module 1120 can provide stereo sound such as 5.1 channels, but is not limited thereto.

[0080] The arm massage unit 1200 can be disposed on at least one side of the body massage unit 1100, on one side and the other side. For example, the arm massage unit 1200 may include at least one of the following arm massage units: a first arm massage unit 1201 disposed on one side of the body massage unit 1100 for massaging one side of the user's arm; and a second arm massage unit 1202 disposed on the other side of the body massage unit 1100 for massaging the other side of the user's arm. The first arm massage unit 1201 and the second arm massage unit 1202 may be symmetrically configured. The first arm massage unit 1201 may be disposed on one side of at least one of the seat portion and the backrest portion of the body massage unit 1100. The second arm massage unit 1202 may be disposed on the other side of at least one of the seat portion and the backrest portion of the body massage unit 1100. The first arm massage unit 1201 and the second arm massage unit 1202 may be based on the control unit 1400 of the massage device 1000 (see reference). Figure 3 They are controlled independently of each other.

[0081] The leg massage unit 1300 may be disposed at the lower part of the body massage unit 1100 and / or at the lower front part of the massage device 1000. The leg massage unit 1300 may include at least one of the following arm massage units: a first leg massage unit 1310 disposed on one side of the body massage unit 1100 for massaging one leg of the user; and a second leg massage unit 1320 disposed on the other side of the body massage unit 1100 for massaging the other leg of the user.

[0082] The leg massage unit 1300 includes a receiving space for accommodating a user's legs and can provide leg massage to the user by massaging at least a portion of the user's legs. For example, the leg massage unit 1300 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.

[0083] The leg massage section 1300 can be adjusted in length according to the user's body characteristics. For example, when a tall user uses the massage device 1000, the length of the leg massage section 1300 needs to be increased due to the longer calves. Conversely, when a short user uses the massage device 1000, the length of the leg massage section 1300 needs to be shortened due to the shorter calves. Therefore, the leg massage section 1300 can provide leg massage tailored to the user's height. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the user can control the massage device 1000 using a massage device control device CD. The massage device control device CD can be connected to the massage device 1000 via wired and / or wireless communication.

[0084] The massage device control device CD may include at least one of the following user devices: remote controller, cellular phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), but is not limited thereto, and may include various electronic devices that can be connected to the massage device 1000 via wired or wireless communication.

[0085] Figure 2 This is a diagram illustrating a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0086] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the main frame 1130 may include an upper frame 1131 on which the massage module 2000 is disposed and a base frame 1132 for supporting the upper frame 1131.

[0087] The upper frame 1131 can be implemented in various shapes. For example, depending on the shape, the upper frame 1131 can be divided into an S-frame, an L-frame, an S&L-frame, and a double S&L-frame, but is not limited to these.

[0088] An S-frame refers to a frame in which at least a portion of the upper frame 1131 has a curved shape like an "S". An L-frame refers to a frame in which at least a portion of the upper frame 1131 includes a curved shape like an "L". An S&L frame refers to a frame that includes both a curved shape like an "S" and a curved shape like an "L". A double S&L frame refers to a frame that includes a curved shape like an "L" and two parts curved like an "S".

[0089] The base frame 1132 refers to the part that supports the upper frame 1131 and is in contact with the ground. The base frame 1132 may include an upper base frame 1132a and a lower base frame 1132b.

[0090] The upper base frame 1132a can support the upper frame 1131, and the lower base frame 1132b can be connected to the ground. In addition, the upper base frame 1132a can be positioned in a manner that connects to the lower base frame 1132b.

[0091] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper base frame 1132a is movable along the lower base frame 1132b. For example, the upper base frame 1132a is movable forward or backward along the lower base frame 1132b. In this case, the upper frame 1131 is connected to the upper base frame 1132a, thereby being movable as the upper base frame 1132a moves.

[0092] For example, when the upper frame 1132a moves forward, the upper frame 1131 can also move forward together; when the upper frame 1132a moves backward, the upper frame 1131 can also move backward together. This allows the body massage unit 1100 to slide.

[0093] To allow movement of the upper base frame 1132a, a moving wheel can be provided at the lower part of the upper base frame 1132a. Additionally, a guide member capable of guiding the moving wheel can be provided at the upper part of the lower base frame 1132b. The moving wheel provided in the upper base frame 1132a moves along the guide member provided in the lower base frame 1132b, thereby allowing the upper base frame 1132a to move forward or backward.

[0094] According to another embodiment of the invention, the massage device 1000 may not provide a sliding function. In this case, the base frame 1132 may not be separated into an upper frame and a lower frame.

[0095] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the specific structure of a massage control device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0096] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 1000 may include at least one of a control unit 1400, a sensor unit 1410, a communication unit 1420, a memory 1430, an audio output unit 1440, and an interface unit 1450. The control unit 1400 may include at least one processor and a memory. The at least one processor can execute commands stored in the memory.

[0097] The control unit 1400 can control the massage device 1000. For example, the control unit 1400 can control at least one of the body massage unit 1100, arm massage unit 1200, leg massage unit 1300, sensor unit 1410, communication unit 1420, memory 1430, audio output unit 1440, interface unit 1450, and output unit. In addition, the control unit 1400 can control various specific structures required to drive the massage device 1000 that are not described above.

[0098] The control unit 1400 may include one processor or multiple processors. When the control unit 1400 includes multiple processors, at least some of the multiple processors may be located at positions physically spaced apart from each other. Furthermore, the massage device 1000 may be implemented in various ways, but is not limited to this.

[0099] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 1400 can control the operation of the massage device 1000. For example, the massage device 1000 may include a plurality of actuators, and the control unit 1400 can control the operation of the plurality of actuators to control the operation of the massage device 1000.

[0100] For example, the massage device 1000 may include at least one of the following: a drive unit for moving the armrest frame support, at least one actuator included in the massage module 2000, a back angle actuator, a leg angle actuator, a foot massage actuator, a leg length actuator, and a sliding actuator.

[0101] The back angle actuator is an actuator that adjusts the angle of the part of the massage device 1000 that contacts the user's back. The back angle of the massage device 1000 can be adjusted by operating the back angle actuator. The leg angle actuator is an actuator used to adjust the angle of the leg massage section 1300 of the massage device 1000. The angle between the leg massage section 1300 and the body massage section 1100 can be adjusted by operating the leg angle actuator. The foot massage actuator is an actuator used to operate the foot massage module included in the leg massage section 1300. For example, the control unit 1400 can provide foot massage to the user by using the foot massage actuator. The leg length actuator is an actuator used to adjust the length of the leg massage section 1300. For example, the control unit 1400 can use the leg length actuator to adjust the length of the leg massage section 1300 to match the user, resulting in the user enjoying a massage that matches their body shape.

[0102] The massage module 2000 includes at least one actuator, which can be a variety of actuators such as a movement actuator, a forward / backward actuator, and a massage actuator.

[0103] A motion actuator is an actuator capable of moving the massage module 2000 up and down, and can move the massage module 2000 along the main frame 1130 in at least one direction, either upward or downward, towards the massage device 1000. The massage module 2000 can move along a rack via the operation of the motion actuator. A forward / backward actuator can cause the massage module 2000 to move forward / backward (or tilt) in at least one direction, either forward or backward. The massage module 2000 can tilt in at least one direction, either forward or backward, via the forward / backward actuator. The massage actuator can enable the massage module 2000 to perform various movements to provide various massage actions to the user.

[0104] The control unit 1400 can control the operation of the massage device 1000 by controlling the specific structure of the massage device 1000.

[0105] The control unit 1400 can provide various massage actions by activating at least one actuator included in the massage device 1000. For example, the control unit 1400 can provide tapping massage, kneading massage, etc. by activating at least one actuator in the massage module 2000, and is not limited to this, and can provide various massage actions.

[0106] The memory 1430 may be located within the control unit 1400 or external to the control unit 1400. The memory 1430 may store various information related to the massage device 1000. For example, the memory 1430 may store massage control information, which may include, but is not limited to, information related to the user. Information about the user may include personal authentication information, user biometric information (e.g., age, height, weight, blood pressure, body composition, heart rate, electrocardiogram, etc.), and other user-related information.

[0107] The memory 1430 can be implemented using a non-volatile storage medium capable of continuously storing arbitrary data. For example, the memory 1430 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-backed storage.

[0108] The memory 1430 can be a main storage device directly accessed by the processor, such as a random access memory (RAM) like dynamic random access memory (DRAM) or static random access memory (SRAM), or a volatile storage device whose stored information is instantly deleted when the power is cut off, but it is not limited to these. This memory 1430 can be operated by the control unit 1400.

[0109] The massage device 1000 may include a sensor unit 1410. The sensor unit 1410 can acquire various types of information by using at least one sensor. The sensor unit 1410 may be configured to be a sensor using measuring devices such as pressure, potential, and optics. For example, the sensor may include a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, an LED sensor, a contact sensor, an electrode sensor, an air pressure measuring sensor, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0110] The sensor unit 1410 may include a biometric information acquisition sensor. The biometric information acquisition sensor may acquire at least one of the following: fingerprint information, facial information, voice information, iris information, weight information, blood pressure information, heart rate (or heartbeat) information, electrocardiogram (ECG) information, body composition information, etc., but is not limited to these, and may include multiple types of biometric information. The massage device 1000 may provide personalized massage based on the information acquired by the sensor.

[0111] The massage device 1000 can sense the contact area and / or contact position with the user via sensors. Furthermore, the massage device 1000 can provide personalized massage based on information acquired through the sensors. The sensor unit 1410 may include a safety sensor module. This safety sensor module can control the operation of the leg massage unit 1300 or send an alarm to the user when pressure is applied by the user's body or by other objects. The safety sensor module will be described in detail later.

[0112] The communication unit 1420 can receive signals transmitted from external devices or transmit signals about the massage device 1000 to external devices.

[0113] For example, the control unit 1400 obtains a result signal by processing the signal received via the communication unit 1420, and can transmit the result signal to the communication unit 1420. The communication unit 1420 can transmit (or output) the result signal to an external device.

[0114] The control unit 1400 can acquire information related to various structures included in the massage device 1000 (e.g., information related to the massage module 2000, information related to the arm massage unit 1200, etc.) and transmit it to the communication unit 1420. The communication unit 1420 can transmit information related to the massage device 1000 to an external device.

[0115] The communication unit 1420 communicates with modules inside the massage device 1000, external massage devices, and / or user terminals via any type of network. The communication unit may include wired / wireless connection modules for network connectivity. Wireless connection technologies may include, for example, Wireless LAN (WLAN) (Wi-Fi), Wireless broadband (Wibro), World Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX), and High Speed ​​Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA). Wired connection technologies may include, for example, Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL), Fiber to the Home (FTTH), and Power Line Communication (PLC). Furthermore, the network connection unit includes a short-range communication module capable of sending and receiving data with any device / terminal located nearby. 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.

[0116] The massage device 1000 may also include an interface portion 1450.

[0117] The interface portion 1450 may be disposed on at least a portion of the massage device 1000. For example, the interface portion 1450 may be disposed on the exterior of the arm massage portion 1200.

[0118] The interface unit 1450 may include an input unit and / or an output unit. The input unit may receive user input and send it to the control unit 1400. The output unit may display information about the massage device 1000. For example, the output unit may output various information such as the processing results of the control unit 1400, the operating information of at least one of the body massage unit 1100, the arm massage unit 1200, and the leg massage unit 1300, and information about the massage mode being performed.

[0119] Specifically, the input unit can receive commands from the user regarding the operation control of the massage device 1000. The input unit can be implemented in various ways. For example, the input unit can be located in the body massage unit 1100, or in the leg massage unit 1300, but is not limited to these. Additionally, the input unit may include... Figure 1 User input section 1140, massage device control device CD or Figure 4 Various external devices for explanation.

[0120] The massage device 1000 can receive various commands from the user via the input unit. For example, the massage device 1000 can receive any command regarding the selection of the massage module, massage type, massage intensity, massage time, massage area, position and operation of the body massage unit 1100, on / off power supply of the massage device 1000, whether to activate the heating function, and audio playback, but is not limited to these.

[0121] The massage device 1000 can provide an interface through which massage modes can be selected via the interface section 1450. For example, the input section and / or output section may include a massage device control device CD. The massage device control device CD can list various medical massage modes related to body improvement.

[0122] Medical massage modes may include at least one of the following: concentration mode, meditation mode, recovery mode, stretching mode, sleep mode, vitality mode, golf mode, hip shaping mode, exam mode, weightlessness mode, and growth mode.

[0123] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the interface unit 1450 may have buttons in the form of hot keys and / or option buttons for selecting, canceling, or inputting execution directions, based on preset user settings or self-preset functions.

[0124] The interface unit 1450 can be implemented using a touch screen, keyboard, dome switch, touchpad (static / electrostatic), rotary dial, momentary switch, etc., but is not limited to these. Furthermore, the interface unit 1450 can be based on voice recognition technology to obtain commands based on the user's voice.

[0125] The output unit may include a display for showing the operating status of the massage device 1000 or the current status of the user. In this case, the display may include at least one of liquid crystal display (LCD), thin film transistor-liquid crystal display (TFT LCD), organic light-emitting diode (OLED), flexible display, and 3D display, but is not limited thereto.

[0126] The output section may include an audio output section 1440. Figure 3 The audio output unit 1440 may include Figure 1 The audio output module 1120. For example, as described above, the audio output module 1120 can be configured in various locations within the massage device 1000. Figure 1 As shown, the audio output module 1120 can be configured in the area corresponding to the user's head throughout the entire area of ​​the body massage section 1100 of the massage device 1000. In this case, the area corresponding to the user's head can be an area corresponding to at least one side of the upper two sides of the entire area of ​​the body massage section 1100.

[0127] The audio output unit 1440 can provide audio output in any form to the user. For example, the audio output unit 1440 can output the optimal sound source and / or binaural beats for the massage method provided by the massage device 1000, thereby providing brain stimulation to the user. The audio output unit 1440 can output sound signals received via a network (not shown) or stored in an internal / external storage medium (not shown). For example, the audio output unit 1440 can output sound sources controlled by the user terminal via a network connection (e.g., Bluetooth connection, etc.). In addition, the audio output unit 1440 can output sound signals in any form that occur in association with the operation of the massage device 1000.

[0128] Those skilled in the art will understand that this invention can be implemented in combination with other program modules and / or by combining hardware and software. For example, this invention can be implemented using a computer-readable medium.

[0129] The computer-accessible medium can be any computer-readable medium, including volatile and non-volatile media, transient and non-transitory media, and mobile and non-mobile media. As a non-limiting example, computer-readable media can include computer-readable storage media and computer-readable transmission media.

[0130] Computer-readable storage media include volatile and non-volatile media, transient and non-transient media, and removable and non-removable media used for storing computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data, which can be embodied by some method or technique. Computer-readable storage media may include, but are not limited to, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other storage technologies, CD-ROM, digital video disk (DVD) or other optical disc storage devices, cassette tape, magnetic tape, disk storage devices or other magnetic storage devices, or any other medium accessible by a computer and used to store the required information.

[0131] Figure 4 This is a diagram illustrating an external device that can communicate with the massage device 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0132] The massage device 1000 can communicate with an external device 3000 via wired and / or wireless means through the communication unit 1420 to send and receive various data.

[0133] External device 3000 may include portable electronic device 3100, such as an AI speaker, tablet, or smartphone. Portable electronic device 3100 may be a dedicated or universal portable electronic device for massage device 1000. Additionally, external device 3000 may include wearable devices 3200 such as smartwatches and / or smart bracelets. External device 3000 may include massage chairs 3300 other than the massage device 1000 currently used by the user. External device 3000 may include a hospital server 3400. External device 3000 may include a personal health record (PHR) server. Additionally, external device 3000 may include a cloud server 3500. External device 3000 may include medical measurement devices such as electronic scales, blood glucose meters, or blood pressure monitors.

[0134] Although some examples of the external device 3000 have been described in this invention, it should be understood that any device that is wired or wirelessly connected to the massage device 1000 and can send and receive information with it can be included as an external device.

[0135] Figure 5AThis is a perspective view showing a massage module 2000 as an embodiment of the present invention.

[0136] As an embodiment of the present invention, a massage module 2000 is disposed inside a body massage unit 1100 to provide any form of mechanical stimulation to a user accommodated in the body massage unit 1100. In particular, the massage module 2000 may be configured to move along a main frame formed inside the body massage unit 1100, and may perform a massage function on at least a part of the user's body through the movement described above.

[0137] The massage module 2000 moves vertically along a rack, simultaneously applying mechanical stimulation to various parts of the user's body, such as the back, shoulders, waist, buttocks, and thighs, and can perform massage in the form of tapping or kneading. This massage can be provided by at least one of a spherical or roller-shaped massage unit 2100.

[0138] The massage module 2000 may be equipped with multiple motors. More preferably, the massage module 2000 includes: a first motor 2312 for performing kneading massage actions; a second motor 2324 for performing tapping massage actions; a third motor 2012 for moving the massage module 2000 along the main frame in the length direction; and a fourth motor 2540 for tilting the massage module 2000 in at least one of the forward and rearward directions.

[0139] The first motor 2312 and the second motor 2324 drive the massage unit 2100 to provide various massage movements, thereby delivering more precise and complex stimulation to the user's body.

[0140] The third motor 2012 can change the vertical position of the massage module 2000 by moving it along the main frame in the upward or downward direction, thereby enabling the massage module 2000 to correspond to various positions of the user's body.

[0141] The fourth motor 2540 enables the massage module 2000 to move in or tilt in at least one of the forward and rearward directions, thereby achieving a more three-dimensional massage effect.

[0142] The massage module 2000 includes: a module frame 2010 including a slot 2011; a massage unit 2100 that moves along the slot 2011; a linkage 2400 connected to the massage unit 2100; and a forward / backward drive 2500 for driving the linkage 2400.

[0143] The module frame 2010 forms the frame of the massage module 2000, and the massage unit 2100 is located inside the module frame 2010. In addition, a connecting rod 2400 is provided between the module frame 2010 and the massage unit 2100, and the connecting rod 2400 tilts the massage unit 2100 along the height direction as the forward / backward drive unit 2500 operates.

[0144] The massage unit 2100 may include: a lower frame 2120, fastened to the connecting rod portion 2400; a motion roller 2110, fixed to the lower frame 2120 and located within a slot 2011 of the motion frame; and a massage unit 2300, mounted on the lower frame 2120. The massage unit 2100 is fastened to the connecting rod portion 2400 and can tilt at a predetermined angle in the height direction in response to rotation of the connecting rod portion 2400.

[0145] One end of the linkage portion 2400 for tilting the massage unit 2100 is fastened to the forward / backward drive portion 2500, and the other end is fastened to the massage unit 2100. Furthermore, at least one linkage portion 2400 may be configured adjacent to at least one side of the module frame 2010. More preferably, the linkage portion 2400 may be located between the massage unit 2100 and the module frame 2010.

[0146] Additionally, the linkage 2400 includes: an actuating linkage 2420, fastened to the forward / reverse drive unit 2500; and an actuating hinge 2410, fastened to the actuating linkage 2420. Furthermore, one end of the actuating linkage 2420 is fastened to the forward / reverse drive unit 2500, and the other end is fastened to the actuating hinge 2410. Additionally, the actuating hinge 2410 is fixed to the lower frame 2120 of the massage unit 2300, which supports the massage unit 2100.

[0147] Observing the process of tilting the massage unit 2100 via the connecting rod 2400, when the forward / backward drive unit 2500 is working, the actuation link 2420 rotates with the forward / backward drive unit 2500 as a reference. At this time, the actuation hinge 2410, which is fastened to the actuation link 2420, tilts in response to the rotation of the actuation link 2420. When the actuation hinge 2410 tilts, the actuation roller 2110 moves along the slot 2011 in the length direction. In addition, the lower frame 2120 for mounting the actuation roller 2110 rotates with the actuation roller 2110 as a reference.

[0148] With the working mechanism described above, the massage unit 2100 can tilt in the height direction in response to the operation of the forward / backward drive unit 2500.

[0149] In the structure of the massage unit 2100, a massage part 2300 for performing massage functions can be installed in the lower frame 2120. The massage part 2300 may include: a fixing member 2200, fastened to the lower frame 2120; a first eccentric part 2310, passing through the fixing member 2200 and disposed thereon; a second eccentric part 2320, disposed spaced apart from the first eccentric part 2310; a massage arm 2600, into which the first eccentric part 2310 is inserted; and a first connecting rod 2430, connecting the massage arm 2600 and the second eccentric part 2320.

[0150] Additionally, the massage arm 2600 may include: a first massage drive arm 2600a located on one side of the lower frame 2120; and a second massage drive arm 2600b located on the other side of the lower frame 2120.

[0151] The fixing member 2200 is installed on the lower frame 2120. More preferably, the fixing member 2200 can be installed on the impact absorbing part 2121, which extends from the lower frame 2120 along the length direction.

[0152] In addition, the first eccentric portion 2310 and the second eccentric portion 2320 can be located on the fixing member 2200 at a predetermined distance apart along the length direction.

[0153] The first eccentric portion 2310 can pass through and be disposed in the fixing member 2200. The first eccentric portion 2310 includes: a first eccentric shaft 2311, which passes through the fixing member 2200 and is disposed therein; a first motor 2312 for driving the first eccentric shaft 2311; a first transmission portion 2313 connecting the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the first motor 2312; and a first eccentric member 2315 located at the end of the first eccentric shaft 2311 and inclined at a predetermined angle from the center of the first eccentric shaft 2311.

[0154] Additionally, the massage arm 2600 can be inserted into the two ends of the first eccentric portion 2310. More preferably, the massage arm 2600 can be inserted into the first eccentric member 2315. Furthermore, the massage arm 2600 can be positioned on the left and right sides respectively with reference to the fixing member 2200, and can be inserted into the first eccentric member 2315 located at the two ends of the first eccentric shaft 2311 respectively.

[0155] The first eccentric shaft 2311 can rotate by receiving driving force from the first motor 2312 from the first transmission section 2313. The first motor 2312 for driving the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be located at the lower end of the lower frame 2120. At this time, the first motor 2312 and the lower frame 2120 are on the same line and fastened to the same surface by bolts, which facilitates after-sales service (A / S). In addition, the first motor 2312 is located at the lower end of the lower frame 2120, so that the thickness of the massage module 2000 can be designed to be as thin as possible.

[0156] The first transmission part 2313, fastened to the first motor 2312, can be configured in various shapes such as a V-belt or chain. For example, when the first transmission part 2313 is composed of a V-belt, the V-belt is driven by the rotation of the drive pulley connected to the rotation shaft of the first motor 2312. Therefore, when the V-belt rotates, the first eccentric shaft 2311 located inside the V-belt also rotates. That is, the first eccentric shaft 2311 can rotate with the drive of the first motor 2312.

[0157] The massage arm 2600 moves as the first eccentric shaft 2311 rotates. Furthermore, the driving force of the first motor 2312 is transmitted to the first eccentric shaft 2311 via the first transmission part 2313. Additionally, the massage arm 2600 can be fastened to a first eccentric member 2315, which is located at the end of the first eccentric shaft 2311. The first eccentric member 2315 can tilt from the center of the eccentric shaft at a predetermined angle, thereby forming a track and rotating in response to the rotation of the first eccentric shaft 2311.

[0158] Furthermore, the first eccentric member 2315 maintains a predetermined tilt angle and rotates with reference to the portion facing the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311. More preferably, one end of the first eccentric member 2315 facing the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311 rotates in place, and the other end of the first eccentric member 2315 revolves around the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311, so the first eccentric member 2315 can maintain a predetermined tilt angle and rotate with reference to the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311.

[0159] Furthermore, corresponding to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315, the massage arm 2600 rotates with the first eccentric member 2315 as a reference. In addition, the massage arm 2600 forms a Lisajous curve track and rotates in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315. Here, a Lisajous curve refers to a figure-eight or curved pattern track formed when periodic movements with different amplitudes and phases occur simultaneously in two mutually orthogonal axial directions.

[0160] That is, the two ends of the massage arm 2600 rotate while the first eccentric member 2315 maintains a predetermined tilt, thus performing movement along the Lissajous curve path.

[0161] Additionally, the first eccentric member 2315 is inserted into the massage arm 2600, and the massage arm 2600 rotates in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315 to move closer to or apart from the fixed member 2200. Furthermore, the massage arms 2600, which are respectively arranged on the left and right sides relative to the fixed member 2200, can move in a direction that is adjacent to or spaced apart from each other.

[0162] More preferably, when the massage arm 2600 approaches the fixed member 2200 in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315, the first massage arms 2610 located on the left and right sides respectively move towards each other. Conversely, when the massage arm 2600 rotates in a direction spaced away from the fixed member 2200, the first massage arms 2610 located on the left and right sides respectively move away from each other. The first eccentric portion 2310 can perform a kneading function through the mechanism described above.

[0163] The second eccentric portion 2320 is provided at a predetermined distance from the first eccentric portion 2310. Furthermore, the second eccentric portion 2320 passes through the fixing member 2200. More preferably, the second eccentric portion 2320 may be provided adjacent to the end of the impact-absorbing portion 2121.

[0164] Additionally, the second eccentric portion 2320 includes: a second eccentric shaft 2321, fastened to the first connecting rod 2430; a second motor 2324 for driving the second eccentric shaft 2321; and a second transmission portion 2325 connecting the second eccentric shaft 2321 and the second motor 2324. Furthermore, the second eccentric portion 2320 includes a second eccentric member 2322, located at the end of the second eccentric shaft 2321 and eccentrically disposed from the center of the second eccentric shaft 2321.

[0165] One end of the first link 2430 can be fastened to the second eccentric shaft 2321, and the other end can be fastened to the massage arm 2600. More preferably, the other end of the first link 2430 can be fastened to the first connecting member 2323 extending from the outer side of the massage arm 2600.

[0166] A second eccentric shaft 2321, one end of which is fastened to the first connecting rod 2430, can receive the driving force of the second motor 2324 from the second transmission part 2325 to rotate. The second motor 2324 can be arranged adjacent to the first motor 2312. In addition, the second motor 2324 can be located at the lower end of the lower frame 2120. Furthermore, the second motor 2324 is located at the opening 2122, which is located in the lower frame 2120, and can pass through and be provided with fastening members fixed to the lower frame 2120.

[0167] The second transmission section 2325 is coupled to the drive pulley of the second motor 2324. Furthermore, the second transmission section 2325 can be connected to the second eccentric shaft 2321 and transmit the rotational force of the second motor 2324 to the second eccentric shaft 2321. The second transmission section 2325 can be arranged facing the upper and lower ends of the bearing 2314 located on the first eccentric shaft 2311. As another embodiment, the second transmission section 2325 can be arranged facing the lower end face of the bearing 2314 located on the first eccentric shaft 2311. When the second transmission section 2325 is arranged facing the lower end face of the bearing 2314, the second transmission section 2325 can be designed such that the tension increases according to the load on the bearing 2314.

[0168] Similar to the first transmission part 2313, the second transmission part 2325 can be in the shape of a V-belt, chain, etc., and can be connected to the second eccentric shaft 2321 and the second motor 2324.

[0169] When the second motor 2324 rotates, its drive pulley also rotates. The second transmission unit 2325 rotates in response to the rotation of the drive pulley of the second motor 2324. At this time, the second eccentric shaft 2321, which is fastened to the second transmission unit 2325, rotates. Therefore, the second eccentric shaft 2321 can rotate in response to the drive of the second motor 2324.

[0170] The second eccentric member 2322 is located at the end of the second eccentric shaft 2321. Furthermore, one second eccentric member 2322 may be provided on each of the left and right sides, with the second eccentric shaft 2321 as a reference. Alternatively, the second eccentric member 2322 may be eccentrically positioned from the center of the second eccentric shaft 2321. In this case, the second eccentric members 2322 located on the left and right sides of the second eccentric shaft 2321 can be configured as either a symmetrical or asymmetrical structure.

[0171] More preferably, when the second eccentric member 2322 is configured as an asymmetrical structure, the second eccentric members 2322 located on the left and right sides with reference to the second eccentric axis 2321 can be arranged diagonally with reference to the center of the second eccentric axis 2321. Thus, the second eccentric members 2322 located on the left and right sides of the second eccentric axis 2321 can be arranged at different positions in at least one direction, either in the height direction or the length direction.

[0172] The second eccentric member 2322 can move the massage arm 2600 along the height direction via the first connecting rod 2430. Furthermore, when the second eccentric member 2322 rotates, the first connecting rod 2430 can form a track and rotate with the second eccentric member 2322 as a reference. When the first connecting rod 2430 forms a track and rotates, it can push or pull the first connecting member 2323 fastened to the other end. When the first connecting member 2323 is pushed or pulled, the massage arm 2600 can form a circular track along the height direction and rotate.

[0173] Furthermore, when the second eccentric shaft 2321 rotates, the second eccentric members 2322 located on the left and right sides of the second eccentric shaft 2321 are arranged in different positions, so that the massage arms 2600 arranged on the left and right sides based on the fixed member 2200 can move and be located at different heights.

[0174] That is, the massage module 2000 of the present invention is configured to perform kneading or patting functions by being driven by the first motor 2312 and the second motor 2324, to move along the length direction of the main frame by being driven by the third motor 2012, and to tilt the massage unit 2100 along the height direction by being driven by the fourth motor 2540.

[0175] Figure 5B It is shown in magnification Figure 5A The diagram for part A.

[0176] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an ultra-thin massage module 2000 includes: a module frame 2010; a lower frame 2120, which is tiltably connected to one side of the module frame 2010; a kneading drive unit 2310 disposed on the upper surface of the lower frame 2120; a patting drive unit 2320, which is arranged crosswise with the kneading drive unit 2310 on the same plane; and a first massage drive arm 2600a and a second massage drive arm 2600b, wherein the kneading drive unit 2310 and the patting drive unit 2320 are respectively connected to the first massage drive arm 2600a and the second massage drive arm 2600b.

[0177] The kneading drive unit 2310 performs a kneading motion on the user's body by moving the first massage drive arm 2600a and the second massage drive arm 2600b along a predetermined trajectory. The patting drive unit 2320 performs a patting motion on the user's body by moving the first massage drive arm 2600a and the second massage drive arm 2600b up and down along a height direction based on the lower frame 2120.

[0178] At least a portion of the kneading drive unit 2310 can be configured at the same height on the upper surface of the lower frame 2120 in a manner that does not interfere with the patting drive unit 2320. In other words, at least a portion of the kneading drive unit 2310 can be mounted on the lower frame 2120 in an alternating and intersecting manner with the patting drive unit 2320.

[0179] Specifically, the rotation shaft of the kneading drive unit 2310 and the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the first motor 2312, which serve as the power transmission system, and the rotation shaft of the patting drive unit 2320 and the second eccentric shaft 2321 and the second motor 2324, which serve as the power transmission system, can be configured to be located at the same height as the upper surface of the lower frame 2120.

[0180] Here, "equal height" means that at least a portion of the kneading drive unit 2310 and at least a portion of the patting drive unit 2320 overlap on a plane having the same height from the lower frame 2120. More preferably, "equal height" means that at least a portion of the kneading drive unit 2310 and at least a portion of the patting drive unit 2320 overlap on an XY plane having the same height from the lower frame 2120.

[0181] At this point, the description of the same height is not limited to cases where the values ​​are completely identical, but can include cases that can be evaluated as being configured on the same structural plane without mechanical interference.

[0182] According to this embodiment, the first motor 2312 is positioned at the same height as the first eccentric shaft 2311, and a first transmission part 2313 can be provided between the two to transmit power. More preferably, at least a portion of the first motor 2312 and at least a portion of the first eccentric shaft 2311 are located on a plane that is spaced equidistantly from the lower frame 2120 along the height direction.

[0183] Similarly, the second motor 2324 is positioned at the same height as the second eccentric shaft 2321 and transmits rotational force through the second transmission part 2325, thereby driving the second eccentric shaft 2321.

[0184] Furthermore, it is possible to configure two or more of the first eccentric shaft 2311, the first motor 2312, the second eccentric shaft 2321, and the second motor 2324 at the same height.

[0185] As described above, since each eccentric shaft and motor of the kneading drive unit 2310 and the patting drive unit 2320 are arranged at the same height or substantially the same height, interference between the drive systems can be prevented, and the overall system height can be effectively reduced. Furthermore, the first eccentric shaft 2311 is configured to have a predetermined angle with the drive shaft of the first motor 2312. More preferably, when the first transmission unit 2313 for connecting the drive shafts of the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the first motor 2312 is composed of a gear unit, the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the first motor 2312 can be configured to be orthogonal to each other. Additionally, when the first transmission unit 2313 is configured as a ring-shaped power transmission unit, the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the first motor 2312 can be arranged side-by-side along the length direction at the same height.

[0186] Furthermore, the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second eccentric shaft 2321 are arranged side by side at the upper end of the lower frame 2120. More preferably, the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second eccentric shaft 2321 can be arranged side by side along the length direction with reference to the upper surface of the lower frame 2120, and can be arranged side by side at the same height with reference to the upper surface of the lower frame 2120.

[0187] In another embodiment of the invention, the first motor 2312 and the second motor 2324 are arranged to correspond at the same height, thereby ensuring alignment and symmetry between the drive modules. Thus, the invention prevents interference between the motors and the eccentric shaft, effectively utilizes internal space, and achieves an ultra-thin structure that reduces the overall thickness of the product.

[0188] In addition, the Z-axis direction plane based on the lower frame 2120 where at least a portion of the kneading drive unit 2310 is located can be configured to overlap with the Z-axis direction plane based on the lower frame 2120 where at least a portion of the patting drive unit 2320 is located, so that the kneading drive unit 2310 and the patting drive unit 2320 are configured not to interfere with each other.

[0189] Furthermore, the Z-axis plane passing through the first eccentric shaft 2311 of the kneading drive unit 2310 and the Z-axis plane passing through the second transmission unit 2325 of the patting drive unit 2320 can be configured to have a predetermined angle.

[0190] As an example, the Z-axis plane passing through the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the Z-axis plane passing through the second transmission section 2325 can be configured to have a predetermined angle in the X-axis or Y-axis direction. In this case, the patting drive section 2320 and the kneading drive section 2310 can be configured to intersect each other without interfering with each other.

[0191] As another example, the Z-axis plane passing through the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the Z-axis plane passing through the second transmission section 2325 can be orthogonally configured. In this case, the patting drive section 2320 and the kneading drive section 2310 can be cross-configured without interfering with each other.

[0192] When the Z-axis plane passing through the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the Z-axis plane passing through the second transmission section 2325 are orthogonally arranged, the first eccentric shaft 2311 is arranged to penetrate the interior of the second transmission section 2325, or the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be arranged to contact the outer surface of the second transmission section 2325.

[0193] Additionally, refer to Figure 5B The first eccentric shaft 2311 can be configured to penetrate the interior of the second transmission section 2325. Specifically, the second transmission section 2325 is a power transmission system for transmitting the driving force of the second motor 2324 to the second eccentric shaft 2321, and may include: a first pulley connected to the second eccentric shaft 2321; a second pulley fastened to the drive shaft of the second motor 2324; and a belt connecting the first pulley and the second pulley. The first pulley and the second pulley can be connected in a loop by the belt to transmit power. That is, the second transmission section 2325 can be a loop-shaped power transmission section composed of the first pulley, the second pulley, and the belt.

[0194] Regarding the structure of the annular power transmission section, the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be configured to penetrate the interior of the annular power transmission section. In other words, the first eccentric shaft 2311 is configured to penetrate the interior of the annular power transmission section of the second transmission section 2325, and the outer peripheral surface of the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be designed to face the inner surface of the annular power transmission section. More preferably, the outer peripheral surface of the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be positioned opposite to the inner surface of the beater belt.

[0195] The structure of the first eccentric shaft 2311 penetrating the inner side of the second transmission part 2325 allows the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second transmission part 2325 to avoid additional structural interference, while allowing the kneading drive part 2310 and the patting drive part 2320 to be arranged crosswise on the same plane and operate without interfering with each other.

[0196] With the structure described above, the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second transmission part 2325 achieve a structural configuration without mutual interference. This helps to minimize the vertical space of the overall module, thereby facilitating the ultra-thinning of the product and improving the integration of components. In particular, the arrangement of the rotating shaft through the interior of the ring-shaped transmission structure, compared to a simple side-by-side configuration, is conducive to achieving a higher space utilization and a high-precision alignment structure.

[0197] Figures 6A to 6C This is a diagram showing the massage module 2000, as an embodiment of the present invention, in a tilted state along the height direction before and after tilting.

[0198] As an embodiment of the present invention, the massage module 2000 can be tilted in the height direction via the linkage 2400 relative to the operation of the forward / backward drive unit 2500.

[0199] The forward / reverse drive unit 2500 includes: a drive shaft 2510 located on the module frame 2010; a drive gear 2520 fastened to the drive shaft 2510; a drive pinion 2530 meshing with the drive gear 2520; and a fourth motor 2540 fastened to the drive pinion 2530. The fourth motor 2540 may be disposed adjacent to the upper end of the module frame 2010.

[0200] The drive shaft 2510 is located on the module frame 2010. Furthermore, the drive shaft 2510 passes through and is disposed on both sides of the module frame 2010. Additionally, a drive gear 2520 is fastened to the drive shaft 2510. The drive gear 2520 rotates in the opposite direction to the rotation of the drive pinion 2530. At this time, the drive shaft 2510, which passes through and is fastened to the drive gear 2520, can rotate integrally with the drive gear 2520. Therefore, when the fourth motor 2540 is driven, the drive pinion 2530 rotates with the rotation of the fourth motor 2540, thereby rotating the drive gear 2520, and the drive shaft 2510 rotates with the rotation of the drive gear 2520.

[0201] The drive shaft 2510 is fastened to the actuating link 2420. When the drive shaft 2510 rotates, one end of the actuating link 2420 can rotate integrally with the drive shaft 2510. The actuating link 2420 rotates about the drive shaft 2510 as a reference, and causes the actuating hinge 2410 fastened to the other end of the actuating link 2420 to rotate.

[0202] At this time, as Figures 6A to 6CAs shown, when the actuating hinge 2410 rotates, the actuating roller 2110 can move forward or backward along the length direction of the slot 2011. The lower frame 2120, which is fastened to the actuating roller 2110, rotates with respect to the actuating roller 2110 and moves in a manner with a predetermined inclination in the height direction.

[0203] More preferably, as the actuation roller 2110 moves along the slot 2011 in a direction adjacent to the fourth motor 2540, the angle between the lower frame 2120 and the module frame 2010 can gradually increase. Furthermore, the angle between the lower frame 2120 and the module frame 2010 can have its maximum value when the actuation roller 2110 is located in the slot 2011 at its closest position to the fourth motor 2540.

[0204] Additionally, when the action hinge 2410 is at its maximum height in the height direction, the angle between the lower frame 2120 and the module frame 2010 can be set to have a maximum value.

[0205] In contrast, as the actuating roller 2110 moves along the slot 2011 in a direction away from the fourth motor 2540, the angle between the lower frame 2120 and the module frame 2010 can gradually decrease. Furthermore, the angle between the lower frame 2120 and the module frame 2010 can be at its minimum when the actuating roller 2110 is located at its furthest point from the fourth motor 2540 within the slot 2011.

[0206] Figure 7 This is a perspective view showing the lower frame 2120 as an embodiment of the present invention. Figures 8A to 8B This is a side view showing the massage module 2000 before and after the load is applied.

[0207] Reference Figure 7 The lower frame 2120 includes: an impact absorption portion 2121 extending from the lower end of the lower frame 2120 in a direction adjacent to the forward / reverse drive portion 2500; and an opening portion 2122 located at the lower end of the lower frame 2120.

[0208] Additionally, the lower frame 2120 is configured to include a guide portion 2123, which is positioned at a predetermined distance from one side of the impact-absorbing portion 2121. Furthermore, the guide portions 2123 are located on both sides of the lower frame 2120 and can be configured in a cantilever shape extending from both sides of the lower frame 2120 in a direction adjacent to the lower end of the lower frame 2120 and the forward / reverse drive portion 2500.

[0209] Additionally, the action hinge 2410 can be mounted on the guide portion 2123. Furthermore, the guide portion 2123 is configured to include an open portion 2124 with one end open.

[0210] The opening portion 2124 is configured such that the actuating link 2420 can be inserted into or extended from the opening portion 2124. More preferably, the actuating link 2420 can be inserted into the opening portion 2124 when the actuating link 2420 rotates in a direction that causes the actuating hinge 2410 to rise in the height direction via the operation of the forward / reverse drive unit 2500. With the actuating link 2420 inserted into the opening portion 2124, the actuating link 2420 can be extended from the opening portion 2124 when the actuating link 2420 rotates in a direction that causes the actuating hinge 2410 to fall in the height direction.

[0211] The opening 2122 may be disposed adjacent to the guide portion 2123. Furthermore, the opening 2122 may be located at the lower end of the lower frame 2120. More preferably, the opening 2122 may be disposed adjacent to the actuating roller 2110.

[0212] The first motor 2312 or the second motor 2324 may be located in the opening 2122. In addition, the motor with a relatively larger size among the first motor 2312 and the second motor 2324 may be located in the opening 2122.

[0213] As an example, compared to the first motor 2312, the second motor 2324, which performs the tapping function, requires a relatively higher output. Therefore, the size of the second motor 2324 can be designed to be larger than that of the first motor 2312. That is, the second motor 2324 can be designed with a housing diameter that is relatively larger than that of the first motor 2312. When the second motor 2324 is set to be relatively larger than the first motor 2312, in order to prevent contact with the user's body, the second motor 2324 can be located in the opening 2122. In addition, since the second motor 2324 is located in the opening 2122, the reference height of the lower frame 2120 can be designed to be minimized.

[0214] In another embodiment of the present invention, in order to minimize the overall height profile of the massage module 2000 and prevent interference between structures within the module, the first eccentric portion 2310 and the second eccentric portion 2320 are configured to be arranged on the same plane in the height direction of the lower frame 2120. More preferably, the first eccentric portion 2310 refers to a kneading drive portion that performs a kneading action, and the second eccentric portion 2320 refers to a patting drive portion that performs a patting action.

[0215] Here, the same plane or the same level in the height direction does not mean that the second eccentric part 2320, the first eccentric part 2310, the transfer drive part 2013 and the forward / backward drive part 2500 are located on exactly the same vertical coordinates, but rather means that within the effective range formed with the lower frame 2120 as a reference, the main components can be arranged on a vertical structure without physical interference.

[0216] More specifically, the first eccentric shaft 2311 included in the first eccentric portion 2310 and the second eccentric shaft 2321 included in the second eccentric portion 2320 are designed to be on the same plane with respect to the height direction without interfering with each other, and are configured to rotate independently. In this case, a bearing 2314 is provided on the first eccentric shaft 2311 to ensure rotational stability, and the first eccentric shaft 2311 can operate by the driving force received from the first motor 2312 from the first transmission portion 2313. Furthermore, the rotation axis of the first motor 2312 and the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be located on the same line in the height direction.

[0217] The rotation shaft of the second motor 2324 is connected to the second eccentric shaft 2321 via the second transmission part 2325, and the driving force generated by the second motor 2324 can be transmitted to the second eccentric shaft 2321. More preferably, the driving force generated by the second motor 2324 is transmitted to the second eccentric shaft 2321 via the second transmission part 2325, which is disposed opposite to the bearing 2314 located on the first eccentric shaft 2311, thereby causing the second eccentric shaft 2321 to rotate. Furthermore, the rotation shaft of the second motor 2324 and the second eccentric shaft 2321 can be located on the same line in the height direction.

[0218] According to the structure described above, at least two or more of the following can be arranged in parallel (side by side) within the same height range of the lower frame 2120: the first eccentric part 2310 driven by the first motor 2312, the second eccentric part 2320 driven by the second motor 2324, the transfer drive part 2013 driven by the third motor 2012, and the forward / reverse drive part 2500 driven by the fourth motor 2540.

[0219] More preferably, the second eccentric portion 2320 and the first eccentric portion 2310 can be arranged parallel to each other along the length or width direction on the same line in the height direction with their respective eccentric axes as centers. This configuration structure can maintain a thin overall thickness of the module while improving the utilization of internal space and the convenience of maintenance.

[0220] The impact-absorbing part 2121 is a structure extending from the lower frame 2120 and can be configured at a position spaced a predetermined distance from the opening 2122 formed in the lower frame 2120.

[0221] At least one of the impact-absorbing portions 2121 is formed in the form of a cantilever in the lower region of the lower frame 2120. Furthermore, one end of the impact-absorbing portion 2121 is supported to allow free displacement, and the other end, which is connected to the lower end of the lower frame 2120, is fixed.

[0222] Additionally, the massage unit 2300 can be mounted on the upper surface of the shock-absorbing unit 2121. More preferably, the massage unit 2300 can be integrally combined with the shock-absorbing unit 2121 by fastening the fixing member 2200 to the shock-absorbing unit 2121.

[0223] Furthermore, the impact absorption section 2121 can move in the height direction based on the portion extending from the lower frame 2120, i.e., the fixed end, in response to external loads.

[0224] Reference Figure 8A and Figure 8B When an external load is applied to the massage unit 2300, the impact absorption unit 2121 can descend from the lower frame 2120 in the height direction with reference to the fixed end. More preferably, when an external load is applied to the massage unit 2300, the impact absorption unit 2121 can bend downward in the height direction with reference to the fixed end.

[0225] That is, when the massage unit 2300 comes into contact with the user's body and applies a predetermined load, the external load is transmitted to the impact absorption unit 2121 through the fixing member 2200, and the impact absorption unit 2121, which constitutes a cantilever structure, absorbs the impact by bending deformation.

[0226] In contrast, when the external load is removed while the massage unit 2300 is under external load, the shock absorption unit 2121 can rotate about its fixed end in a direction that rises in the height direction. That is, the shock absorption unit 2121 can return to its initial position before the external load was applied by the elastic restoring force.

[0227] Therefore, the lower frame 2120 is configured to support the massage unit 2300 while allowing the impact-absorbing unit 2121 to elastically deform according to external loads. Furthermore, the lower frame 2120 can be injection molded from a material possessing both structural rigidity and elastic resilience. For example, the lower frame 2120 can be made of synthetic resins, polymer alloys, elastic metal materials, etc., that have high elasticity properties. That is, the lower frame 2120 can be made of a material possessing both structural rigidity and elastic resilience, and is not limited to one embodiment of this specification.

[0228] Figure 9 This is a perspective view showing a massage module 2000, which is an embodiment of the present invention, with massage wheels composed of omnidirectional wheels. Figure 10 This is a perspective view showing a massage module 2000, which is another embodiment of the present invention, with massage wheels composed of V-shaped wheels.

[0229] Reference Figure 9The massage module 2000 includes a massage arm 2600 equipped with at least one omni-wheel. Furthermore, when omni-wheels are provided at both ends of the massage arm 2600, the sizes of the omni-wheel at one end of the massage arm 2600 and the omni-wheel at the other end of the massage arm 2600 can be different. More preferably, the diameter of the omni-wheel at one end of the massage arm 2600 can be relatively larger than the diameter of the omni-wheel at the other end of the massage arm 2600.

[0230] The omnidirectional wheel has a structure in which at least one or more auxiliary rollers are arranged around a circular wheel. The at least one or more auxiliary rollers are configured to rotate independently, and the omnidirectional wheel can be configured to move in all directions. More preferably, the omnidirectional wheel is configured to move not only along the main rotation direction but also along a vertical direction or an axial direction.

[0231] In addition, the omnidirectional wheels are configured with a multi-stage structure, in which multiple rollers are arranged in two or more staggered stages. Furthermore, the omnidirectional wheels are symmetrically attached to the left and right frames and are rotatably supported on the frames.

[0232] That is, a massage module 2000 equipped with omnidirectional wheels can respond to the user's body curves more flexibly than a massage module 2000 that includes other massage wheels.

[0233] Reference Figure 10 The massage module 2000 includes a massage arm 2600 having at least one V-shaped wheel.

[0234] V-shaped wheels can be located at the ends of both sides of the massage arm 2600. Additionally, the V-shaped wheels may include a fixing plate fastened to the massage arm 2600 and at least one rotating roller inserted into the end of the fixing plate. The fixing plate includes a V-shaped member into which the rotating roller can be inserted. In this case, the rotating rollers inserted into the V-shaped member can be arranged facing each other. According to the structure described above, the V-shaped wheels are configured to provide a constant rotational response not only in a straight direction but also in a curved or inclined direction.

[0235] That is, the massage module 2000 equipped with V-shaped wheels is configured to move in all directions based on the individual rotation of the rollers.

[0236] Figure 11 This is a perspective view showing a massage module 2000 including a gripping mechanism as an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 12 yes Figure 11 Top view, Figure 13 This is an enlarged view showing portions of the first eccentric member 2315 and the second eccentric member 2322 in the massage module 2000, which includes the gripping action mechanism.

[0237] ReferenceFigures 11 to 13 As an embodiment of the present invention, the massage module 2000 including the grip motion mechanism may include: a lower frame 2120; a first eccentric portion 2310 mounted on the lower frame 2120; a second eccentric portion 2320 spaced apart from the first eccentric portion 2310; and a massage arm 2600, wherein the first eccentric portion 2310 is inserted into the massage arm 2600.

[0238] In the massage module 2000 including a gripping mechanism, the massage arm 2600 can be composed of two supports. The massage arm 2600 includes: a first massage arm 2610, into which a first eccentric portion 2310 is inserted; and a second massage arm 2630, located on the outer side of the first massage arm 2610, into which the first eccentric portion 2310 is inserted. Furthermore, one first massage arm 2610 can be provided on each of the left and right sides of the fixing member 2200. More preferably, the first massage arms 2610 can be arranged facing each other on the left and right sides with reference to the fixing member 2200. Similarly, like the first massage arm 2610, one second massage arm 2630 can also be provided on each of the left and right sides of the fixing member 2200, and can be arranged facing each other on the left and right sides with reference to the fixing member 2200.

[0239] In addition, the first massage drive arm 2600a and the second massage drive arm 2600b are configured to include a first massage arm 2610 and a second massage arm 2630, respectively.

[0240] like Figure 7 As shown, the lower frame 2120 may include: an impact-absorbing portion 2121, a fixing member 2200 mounted on the impact-absorbing portion 2121; and at least one opening 2122 located at the lower end of the lower frame 2120. Additionally, the fixing portion mounted on the lower frame 2120 may be configured such that the first eccentric portion 2310 and the second eccentric portion 2320 pass through it.

[0241] The first eccentric portion 2310 may include: a first eccentric shaft 2311, configured to pass through the fixing member 2200 and be inserted into the first massage arm 2610; a first motor 2312 for driving the first eccentric shaft 2311; a first transmission portion 2313 for connecting the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the first motor 2312; and a first eccentric member 2315, located at the end of the first eccentric shaft 2311 and tilted at a predetermined angle from the center of the first eccentric shaft 2311.

[0242] Furthermore, the first eccentric shaft 2311 can pass through the first massage arm 2610 and be inserted into the second massage arm 2630. More preferably, a first eccentric member 2315 located at the end of the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be inserted into the first massage arm 2610 and the second massage arm 2630. The first eccentric member 2315 is inclined at a predetermined angle relative to the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311.

[0243] Furthermore, the first eccentric member 2315 rotates in response to the rotation of the first eccentric shaft 2311. Moreover, the first eccentric member 2315 rotates with a predetermined inclination angle relative to the portion facing the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311. More preferably, one end of the first eccentric member 2315 facing the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311 rotates in place, while the other end of the first eccentric member 2315 revolves around the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311, thus allowing the first eccentric member 2315 to maintain a predetermined inclination angle and rotate with respect to the axial centerline of the first eccentric shaft 2311.

[0244] Furthermore, in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315, the first massage arm 2610 rotates with the first eccentric member 2315 as a reference. Additionally, the first massage arm 2610 can form a Lissajous curve and rotate in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315.

[0245] Additionally, a first eccentric member 2315 is inserted into the first massage arm 2610, and rotates in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315 to approach or separate from the fixed member 2200. Furthermore, the first massage arms 2610, located on the left and right sides respectively and facing each other with reference to the fixed member 2200, can move in a direction that approaches or separates from each other.

[0246] More preferably, when the first massage arm 2610 approaches the fixed member 2200 in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315, the left and right first massage arms 2610 respectively move towards each other. Conversely, when the first massage arm 2610 rotates in a direction spaced away from the fixed member 2200, the left and right first massage arms 2610 respectively move away from each other. The first eccentric portion 2310 can perform a kneading function through the mechanism described above.

[0247] Additionally, the second massage arm 2630 into which the first eccentric member 2315 is inserted is located outside the first massage arm 2610.

[0248] Additionally, the second massage arm 2630 can be connected to the motion roller 2110 mounted on the lower frame 2120 via the second connecting rod 2440. Furthermore, the second massage arm 2630 can be connected to a second connecting member 2631 extending from one side of the motion roller 2110. One end of the second connecting rod 2440 is connected to a third connecting member 2650 extending from the outer side of the second massage arm 2630, and the other end of the second connecting rod 2440 is connected to the second connecting member 2631. More preferably, the second connecting member 2631 and the third connecting member 2650 can be respectively connected to second connectors 2441 located at both ends of the second connecting rod 2440.

[0249] In addition, since the second massage arm 2630 is connected to the action roller 2110 via the second link 2440, when the second massage arm 2630 rotates along the Lissajous curve track in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315, it can rotate along a track independent of the first massage arm 2610.

[0250] Specifically, the first massage arm 2610 and the second massage arm 2630 rotate integrally with the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315. However, the second massage arm 2630 is fastened to the actuation roller 2110 on its outer side by a second link 2440, and the rotational freedom of the second massage arm 2630 is constrained by the second link 2440. Furthermore, the second massage arm 2630 rotates along a track independent of the first massage arm 2610, and the second massage arm 2630 is configured to be close to or spaced apart from the first massage arm 2610 in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315.

[0251] The second eccentric portion 2320 can be configured to be spaced apart from the first eccentric portion 2310 by a predetermined distance. Furthermore, the second eccentric portion 2320 includes: a second eccentric shaft 2321, passing through the fixing member 2200 and spaced apart from the first eccentric shaft 2311; a second motor 2324 for driving the second eccentric shaft 2321; a second transmission portion 2325 for connecting the second eccentric shaft 2321 and the second motor 2324; and a second eccentric member 2322, located at both ends of the second eccentric shaft 2321 and eccentrically positioned from the center of the second eccentric shaft 2321.

[0252] Furthermore, in the massage module 2000 including the gripping mechanism, the second eccentric member 2322 is located at both ends of the second eccentric shaft 2321. The second eccentric member 2322 can be configured to be eccentric at a predetermined distance from the center of the second eccentric shaft 2321. That is, the second eccentric member 2322 is positioned eccentrically relative to the second eccentric shaft 2321, so that it performs a circular motion when the second eccentric shaft 2321 rotates.

[0253] Furthermore, the second eccentric member 2322 is configured to connect with the first massage arm 2610. More specifically, the second eccentric member 2322 and the first massage arm 2610 can be connected via a first connecting rod 2430. In this case, one end of the first connecting rod 2430 is fastened to the second eccentric member 2322, and the other end is fastened to the first connecting member 2323 extending from the side of the first massage arm 2610.

[0254] The first link 2430 has a first joint 2431 at each of its two ends. The first joint 2431 can be formed as a ball joint or a ball bearing, etc. Since the first connecting member 2323 and the second eccentric member 2322 are respectively inserted into the first joint 2431 and connected in a rotatable manner, the first link 2430 is supported in a rotatable manner at each end.

[0255] As an example, when the first joint 2431 is made of a ball bearing, one end and the other end of the first connecting rod 2430 can rotate around the joint, thus ensuring rotational freedom for the entire connecting rod. Preferably, when the second eccentric member 2322 performs circular motion with the rotation of the second eccentric shaft 2321, one end of the first connecting rod 2430 connected thereto receives rotational driving force and rotates, and the other end of the first connecting rod 2430 pulls or pushes the first connecting member 2323.

[0256] Therefore, in response to the rotation of the second eccentric member 2322, the other end of the first link 2430 repeatedly pulls or pushes the first connecting member 2323 along the circumferential motion path, thereby enabling the first massage arm 2610 connected to the other end of the first link 2430 to rise or fall in the height direction.

[0257] Furthermore, during the process of the first massage arm 2160 rising or falling in the height direction in response to the rotation of the second eccentric member 2322, the second massage arm 2630 can be fixed in the state of falling in the height direction due to user load.

[0258] Furthermore, the first massage roller 2620 is located on the first massage arm 2610, and the second massage roller 2640 is located on the second massage arm 2630. The first massage roller 2620 and the second massage roller 2640 may be configured to have the same size as each other or to have different sizes. Moreover, the second massage roller 2640 moves integrally with the second massage arm 2630. That is, the second massage roller 2640 may be configured to move closer to the first massage roller 2620 or be spaced apart from the first massage roller 2620 as the second massage arm 2630 moves. More preferably, when the second massage arm 2630 moves closer to the first massage arm 2610, the second massage roller 2640 moves closer to the first massage roller 2620. Conversely, when the second massage arm 2630 is spaced apart from the first massage arm 2610, the second massage roller 2640 is spaced apart from the first massage roller 2620.

[0259] In summary, the massage module 2000 including the gripping action mechanism relates to a device in which the massage arm 2600 is composed of a first massage arm 2610 and a second massage arm 2630, and the second massage arm 2630 is close to or spaced apart from the first massage arm 2610 in response to the rotation of the first eccentric member 2315.

[0260] Figure 14A A perspective view of a massage module 2000 is shown, in which the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second transmission part 2325 are arranged opposite each other on the outer sides. Figure 14B Enlarged display Figure 14A Part B.

[0261] In another embodiment of the present invention, the first eccentric shaft 2311 may be configured to contact the outer side of the second transmission section 2325. Furthermore, the first eccentric shaft 2311 may be configured to contact the outer side of the annular power transmission section. More preferably, the first eccentric shaft 2311 is configured along the outer side of the annular power transmission section, and the outer peripheral surface of the first eccentric shaft 2311 is arranged so as to directly face the outer surface of the second transmission section 2325, which includes the beater belt.

[0262] As described above, the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second transmission section 2325 can be positioned at the same height from the lower frame 2120, while the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second eccentric shaft 2321 can be stably cross-configured without interfering with each other during rotational drive. In particular, by having the outer peripheral surface of the first eccentric shaft 2311 directly contact the outer surface of the second transmission section 2325, the load or rotational pressure of the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be transmitted to the second transmission section 2325. This can enhance the tension of the beater belt.

[0263] For example, the belt tension can be dynamically compensated according to a certain load, or vibration can be absorbed during rotation, thereby ensuring both the driving stability and responsiveness of the belt.

[0264] In another embodiment of the invention, a bearing 2314 for supporting the rotation of the first eccentric shaft 2311 can be located on the first eccentric shaft 2311, and the outer peripheral surface of the bearing 2314 can be configured to contact the second transmission part 2325. That is, the first eccentric shaft 2311 does not directly contact the second transmission part 2325, but the load or rotational pressure is indirectly applied to the second transmission part 2325 by using the bearing 2314 as a medium. With the structure that the outer peripheral surface of the bearing 2314 contacts the outer surface of the second transmission part 2325, the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second transmission part 2325 are cross-configured on a plane at the same height, while the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second eccentric shaft 2321 provide the structural advantage of being able to operate independently without vibration interference.

[0265] The structure in which the outer peripheral surface of the first eccentric shaft 2311 directly contacts the outer surface of the second transmission part 2325, and the structure in which the bearing 2314 located on the first eccentric shaft 2311 contacts the outer surface of the second transmission part 2325, allows the first eccentric shaft 2311 and the second transmission part 2325 to be cross-configured at the same height. This enables a drive module design that does not interfere with the structure of the ultra-thin massage module 2000, which is the core structure of the present invention.

[0266] The above detailed description is an exemplary description of the present invention. Furthermore, the above content describes preferred embodiments of the present invention, which can be used in various other combinations, variations, and environments. That is, changes or modifications can be made within the scope of the concepts disclosed in this specification, the stated disclosures, and equivalent scopes and / or the technical or knowledge scope of the present invention. The above embodiments are the optimal state for realizing the technical idea of ​​the present invention, and various changes can be made as needed for the specific application and use of the present invention. Therefore, the above detailed description of the invention is not intended to limit the invention to the disclosed embodiments. In addition, it should be interpreted that the appended claims also include other embodiments.

Claims

1. A massage module, characterized in that, include: Module framework, The lower frame is connected to one side of the module frame in a tiltable manner. The kneading drive unit is located on the upper surface of the lower frame. The patting drive unit is arranged intersecting the kneading drive unit on the same plane, and A first massage drive arm and a second massage drive arm, wherein the kneading drive part and the patting drive part are respectively connected to the first massage drive arm and the second massage drive arm; At least a portion of the kneading drive unit is positioned at the same height from the upper surface in a manner that does not interfere with the patting drive unit.

2. The massage module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The kneading drive unit includes a first eccentric shaft for connecting the first massage drive arm and the second massage drive arm left and right. The tapping drive unit includes a second transmission unit disposed in the space between the first massage drive arm and the second massage drive arm in a vertical direction. The first eccentric shaft is configured to penetrate the interior of the second transmission section, or the first eccentric shaft is configured to contact the outside of the second transmission section.

3. The massage module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The kneading drive unit also includes a first motor for driving the first eccentric shaft; The tapping drive unit also includes: A second eccentric shaft is connected to the first massage drive arm and the second massage drive arm in a manner that drives the first massage drive arm and the second massage drive arm, and The second motor is used to drive the second eccentric shaft.

4. The massage module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second transmission unit includes a ring-shaped power transmission unit for transmitting power from the second motor to the second eccentric shaft. The first eccentric shaft is configured to penetrate the interior of the annular power transmission section.

5. The massage module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second transmission unit includes a ring-shaped power transmission unit for transmitting power from the second motor to the second eccentric shaft. The first eccentric shaft is configured to contact the outer side of the annular power transmission section.

6. The massage module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first eccentric shaft and the second eccentric shaft are arranged side by side.

7. The massage module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first eccentric shaft and the first motor are positioned at the same height.

8. The massage module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second eccentric shaft and the second motor are positioned at the same height.

9. The massage module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first motor and the second motor are positioned at the same height.

10. The massage module according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a forward / reverse drive unit located on one side of the module frame and driven in a manner that tilts the lower frame.

11. The massage module according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes fixing components installed on the lower frame. The first eccentric shaft is arranged to pass through the fixed member.

12. The massage module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first eccentric shaft and the first motor are configured to have a predetermined angle.

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