Massage apparatus including rotatable arm massage section

Abstract

The present application relates to a kind of massage device including rotatable arm part massage part, specifically, it is related to a kind of massage device, rotatably set arm part massage part, to be able to provide various functions to user.For this, an aspect of the present application, including: body massage part, with the main frame that forms the skeleton of massage device, and to the body of user is massaged, and arm part massage part, set in the two sides of the body massage part, respectively accommodate the two arms of the user, and to the arm of the user is massaged;The main frame includes arm part fixed frame, and the arm part fixed frame is connected for the arm part massage part;The arm part massage part can include arm part moving frame, and the arm part moving frame can be rotated to at least one direction with the arm part fixed frame as reference.

Description

[0001] This application is a divisional application based on Chinese patent application No. 202280016999.1 (international application No. PCT / KR2022 / 008081), filed on June 8, 2022, entitled "Massage Device Including Rotatable Arm Massage Part". Technical Field

[0002] The present invention relates to a massage device including a rotatable arm massage section, and more particularly, to a massage device in which the arm massage section is configured to rotate to provide various functions to a user. Background Technology

[0003] Massage refers to a medical adjunct therapy that involves applying various forms of mechanical stimulation to specific parts of the body, such as kneading, pressing, stretching, patting, or moving a part of the body, to regulate changes in the body, promote blood circulation, and relieve fatigue.

[0004] Due to economic and time constraints, there is an increased demand for massage devices or massagers that provide manual massage functions. Specifically, as the need to relieve stiff muscles and eliminate fatigue or stress through massage increases, various massage devices that offer good time and cost-effectiveness have been introduced.

[0005] Recently, people have been paying more attention to health, and massage devices have evolved from simply providing massage functions to electronic devices that offer a variety of additional and / or medical functions. Therefore, research on methods to effectively control massage devices continues.

[0006] In particular, since each user may have different preferences regarding the areas they want to massage, the sensation they want, and the type of stimulation they want, there is a growing demand for devices and methods that provide the most optimized form of massage for each user. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The problem the invention aims to solve The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a massage device, including a rotatable arm massage part to provide a variety of functions to the user.

[0008] The problem this invention aims to solve is to provide various massage and stretching sensations to the user's arm by moving the arm massage unit up and down or left and right.

[0009] However, the problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to those described above, but also include those problems that can be easily grasped by those skilled in the art based on this specification and the accompanying drawings.

[0010] Means for solving technical problems To achieve the above objectives, one aspect of the present invention includes: a body massage unit having a main frame forming the skeleton of a massage device and massaging the user's body; and an arm massage unit disposed on both sides of the body massage unit, respectively accommodating the user's two arms and massaging the user's arms; the main frame includes an arm fixing frame for connecting the arm massage unit; the arm massage unit may include an arm moving frame, the arm moving frame being rotatable in at least one direction based on the arm fixing frame.

[0011] Additionally, a rotating module may be included for rotating the arm massage portion in at least one direction.

[0012] Additionally, the rotation module may include: a first rotation module for rotating the arm massage unit in the up-down direction; and a second rotation module for rotating the arm massage unit in the left-right direction.

[0013] In addition, the first rotation module includes a first rotation actuator capable of extending and retracting in a predetermined direction; the second rotation module may include a second rotation actuator capable of extending and retracting in a direction different from the first rotation actuator.

[0014] Furthermore, the virtual extension line extending along the length of the fixed frame of the arm can intersect with the virtual extension line extending along the telescopic direction of the second rotating module.

[0015] In addition, the rotating module may include a support plate disposed between the first rotating module and the second rotating module, with one surface connected to the first rotating module and the other surface connected to the second rotating module.

[0016] In addition, the support plate can be rotated by the second rotating module.

[0017] Additionally, it includes an arm length adjustment module for adjusting the length of the arm massage section.

[0018] In addition, the arm length adjustment module may include an arm position recognition sensor for recognizing the position of the arm massage part.

[0019] Additionally, it includes a control unit for controlling the operation of the massage device; the control unit can control the arm length adjustment module to adjust the length of the arm massage part based on the degree of rotation of the arm massage part.

[0020] To achieve the above objectives, a massage device of the present invention includes: a main frame for forming the skeleton of the massage device, and an arm massage part disposed on the side of the main frame, including a receiving space for accommodating a user's arm; a rotating module for providing a driving force for rotating the arm massage part; and a rotating part that rotates according to the driving force and transmits the driving force from the rotating module to the arm massage part, thereby rotating the arm massage part.

[0021] In addition, the rotating part is disposed between the arm massage part and the rotating module. The rotating part is rotatably connected to the rotating module with the first rotating axis as the center. The rotating part rotates with the second rotating axis as the center according to the driving force transmitted by the rotating module, thereby causing the arm massage part to rotate with the second rotating axis as the center.

[0022] Furthermore, as the rotating part rotates around the second rotating axis according to the driving force of the rotating module, the relative position of the first rotating axis and the second rotating axis changes.

[0023] Furthermore, as the rotating part rotates around the second rotating axis, the first rotating axis moves relative to the second rotating axis in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.

[0024] In addition, the arm massage unit rotates in the following manner: as the first rotation axis moves clockwise relative to the second rotation axis, the front end of the arm massage unit rises; as the first rotation axis moves counterclockwise relative to the second rotation axis, the front end of the arm massage unit descends.

[0025] In addition, the first rotation axis moves along a curved trajectory.

[0026] In addition, it also includes a frame section, which is disposed on the side of the main frame and is provided with the rotating module.

[0027] In addition, the rotating part is disposed between the frame part and the rotating module, and rotates relative to the frame part with the second rotating axis as a reference.

[0028] Furthermore, the second rotation axis is the rotation center of the rotating part, which corresponds to the connection between the rotating part and the frame part.

[0029] Additionally, the rotation module includes a retractable actuator, and the rotating portion receives the driving force generated by the extension and retraction of the actuator, rotating about the second rotation axis.

[0030] Additionally, it includes a frame section disposed on the side of the main frame, and the rotating module is disposed thereon, with one end of the actuator connected to the frame section.

[0031] In addition, the rotating part is rotatably connected to the other end of the actuator via the first rotating shaft. By extending and retracting the actuator, it rotates around the second rotating shaft, thereby changing the relative position of the first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft.

[0032] In addition, at least a portion of the rotating module is disposed on the lower side of the second rotating shaft, and the rotating module is connected to the rotating part through the first rotating shaft, providing the driving force to the rotating part, thereby rotating the rotating part.

[0033] Additionally, the driving force includes at least one of the following: a first driving force that rotates the arm massage portion in a first direction centered on the second rotation axis, and a second driving force that rotates the arm massage portion in a second direction different from the first direction centered on the second rotation axis.

[0034] Additionally, a stop block is included, located on the rotation path of the rotating part, to restrict the rotation of the rotating part.

[0035] Additionally, it includes a frame portion disposed on the side of the main frame, and is provided with at least one of the arm massage portion and the rotating module, with the stop block disposed on the frame portion.

[0036] In addition, the second rotating shaft is located behind the receiving space.

[0037] Additionally, the arm massage unit rotates around a second rotation axis located behind the user's elbow within the receiving space, thereby stretching the user's arm.

[0038] Additionally, a sensor is included that, when it detects at least a part of the user's body during the rotation of the arm massager, outputs a signal to stop the rotation of the arm massager.

[0039] Additionally, the arm massage unit includes an arm massage unit housing having the receiving space, the arm massage unit housing being configured to move along the length direction of the arm massage unit.

[0040] Invention Effects According to the present invention, a massage device is provided, including a rotatable arm massage section to provide a variety of functions to a user.

[0041] Furthermore, according to the present invention, various massage and stretching techniques can be provided to the user's arm by moving the arm massage unit up and down or left and right.

[0042] However, the effects of the present invention are not limited to those described above, but also include effects that can be easily grasped by those skilled in the art based on this specification and the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0043] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the massage device of the present invention.

[0044] Figure 2 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The diagram of the main framework.

[0045] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the constituent elements of a massage device according to an embodiment.

[0046] Figure 4 It is shown in a general way. Figure 2 The main frame is equipped with a rotation module and an arm length adjustment module, as shown in the diagram.

[0047] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the arm massage area rotating in one direction.

[0048] Figure 6 It is used for explanation Figure 5 A diagram illustrating the rotation principle of the arm massager.

[0049] Figure 7 This is a diagram showing the arm massage section rotating in another direction.

[0050] Figure 8 It is used for explanation Figure 7 A diagram illustrating the rotation principle of the arm massager.

[0051] Figure 9 It is shown Figure 4 A diagram of the rotating module.

[0052] Figure 10 It is shown Figure 9 The diagram of the first rotating module.

[0053] Figure 11 It shows an observation from another angle. Figure 9 A diagram showing the state of the first rotating module.

[0054] Figure 12 It is used for explanation Figure 9 A diagram illustrating the driving principle of the first rotating module.

[0055] Figure 13 It is shown Figure 9 The diagram shows the second rotating module.

[0056] Figure 14 It shows an observation from another angle. Figure 9 A diagram showing the state of the second rotating module.

[0057] Figure 15 This is used to explain the bearing settings. Figure 9 A diagram of an embodiment of the second rotating module.

[0058] Figure 16 It is used for explanation Figure 9 The diagram shows the driving principle of the second rotating module.

[0059] Figure 17 It is used for explanation Figure 4 A diagram of the arm length adjustment module.

[0060] Figure 18 It shows the removal Figure 17 The diagram shows the state of the arm massage unit housing.

[0061] Figure 19 This is used to explain the installation of the arm position recognition sensor. Figure 17 A diagram of an embodiment of the arm length adjustment module.

[0062] Figure 20 This is a diagram used to illustrate the position of the first rotary actuator.

[0063] Figure 21 This is a diagram illustrating the length variation of the arm massage area depending on the arm angle.

[0064] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures 100: Massage device; 3300: Arm massage unit housing; 1000: Body massage section; 4000: Rotating module; 1100: Main frame; 4100: First rotating module; 1110: Upper frame; 4110: First rotary actuator; 1111: rack and pinion; 4120: support frame; 1120: Base frame; 4130: Second stop block; 1121: Upper frame of the base; 4200: Second rotating module; 1122: Lower base frame; 4210: Second rotary actuator; 1130: Arm fixing frame; 4220: First connecting part; 1200: Control unit; 4230: Second connection unit; 1300: Storage unit; 4240: Connector board; 1400: User input section; 4250: Bearing; 1500: Audio output module; 4300: Support plate; 1600: Network connection unit; 5000: Arm length adjustment module; 1700: Massage module; 5110: First connecting bracket; 1800: Sensor section; 5120: Second connecting bracket; 2000: Leg massage section; 5200: Arm length adjustment motor; 3000: Arm massage section; 5310: Guide screw; 3100: Arm moving frame; 5320: First moving component; 3110: Arm connector; 5410: Guide rod; 3120: Rotating part; 5420: Second moving component; 3130: Extension section; 5500: Arm position recognition sensor; 3200: First stop; CD: Massage device control equipment. Detailed Implementation

[0065] A massage device includes: a body massage section having a main frame forming the skeleton of the massage device and massaging the user's body; and an arm massage section disposed on both sides of the body massage section, respectively accommodating the user's two arms and massaging the user's arms; the main frame includes an arm fixing frame for connecting the arm massage section; the arm massage section may include an arm moving frame, the arm moving frame being rotatable in at least one direction based on the arm fixing frame.

[0066] The objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention described above become clearer through the following embodiments related to the accompanying drawings. The specific structures or functional descriptions below are merely illustrative of embodiments based on the concepts of the present invention. These embodiments can be implemented in various ways and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments described in this specification or application.

[0067] Based on embodiments of the concept of the present invention, various modifications and methods can be applied, therefore specific embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings and described in detail in this specification or application. However, this is not to limit the embodiments of the concept of the present invention to the specific disclosed manner, but should be understood to include all modifications, equivalents, or substitutions contained within the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

[0068] 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.

[0069] When a constituent element is described as "connected" or "joined" to another constituent element, it should be understood that it can be directly connected or joined to the other constituent element, and other constituent elements may exist between them. Conversely, when a constituent element is described as "directly connected" or "directly joined" to another constituent element, it should be understood that no other constituent elements exist between them. Other expressions used to describe the relationship between constituent elements, such as "located between" and "directly located between," or "adjacent to" and "directly adjacent to," should also be interpreted in the same way.

[0070] The terminology used in this specification is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the invention. Unless otherwise explicitly defined in the context, singular expressions include plural expressions. Terms such as "comprising" or "having" in this specification are used to specify the presence of the described features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof, and do not preclude the presence or additional possibilities of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof.

[0071] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical and scientific terms, shall have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. Predefined terms of common use shall be interpreted as having the meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art, and shall not be construed as having an ideal or overly formal meaning unless expressly defined in this specification.

[0072] 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.

[0073] In this specification, binaural beats can refer to audio information that can modulate specific patterns of brain waves.

[0074] 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.

[0075] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0076] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the massage device 100 of the present invention.

[0077] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a massage device 100 includes: a body massage section 1000, which forms an area for accommodating at least a portion of a user's body and massaging the user's body; and a leg massage section 2000, which massages the user's legs.

[0078] The body massage unit 1000 is capable of providing massage to at least a part of a user's body. The body massage unit 1000 may include: a massage module 1700 for providing massage function to at least a part of the user's body; an audio output module 1500 for providing audio output to the user in any form; a main frame 1100 for forming the frame of the body massage unit 1000; and a user input unit 1400 for receiving input in any form from the user.

[0079] The structures of the body massage unit 1000 described above are merely exemplary embodiments. In addition to the aforementioned structures, the body massage unit 1000 may also include a variety of other structures.

[0080] In addition, such as Figure 1 The shape and structure of the massage device 100 shown are merely examples. Various forms of massage devices 100 should also fall within the scope of this invention without departing from the scope of the claims.

[0081] The body massage unit 1000 can be formed into a space of any shape to accommodate the user. The body massage unit 1000 can have a space with a shape corresponding to the user's body. For example, as... Figure 1 As shown, the body massage unit 1000 can be implemented in a seated type that can accommodate the user's whole body or part of the body.

[0082] The part of the body massage unit 100 that contacts the ground may include any material or component for increasing friction (e.g., an anti-slip mat, etc.) and may include wheels for enhancing the mobility of the massage device 100.

[0083] At least a portion of the body massage unit 1000 can slide. For example, when the body massage unit 1000 begins to massage, at least a portion of the body massage unit 1000 can slide forward. Additionally, the body massage unit 1000 can tilt backward. As a result, the body massage unit 1000 can provide massage while tilted backward.

[0084] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include at least one airbag (not shown). The airbag may be located in the user's shoulder area, pelvic area, arm massage area, leg massage area 2000, etc., but is not limited thereto, and may be provided in multiple parts of the massage device 100.

[0085] The massage device 100 may include an air supply unit capable of inflating an airbag by supplying air to it. The air supply unit may be located inside the body massage unit 1000 or in the leg massage unit 2000. Alternatively, the air supply unit may be located outside the massage device 100.

[0086] The leg massage unit 2000 can provide leg massage to the user. For example, the leg massage unit 2000 may include a calf massage unit for massaging the user's lower legs and / or a foot massage unit for massaging the user's feet.

[0087] The leg massage unit 2000 can be adjusted in length according to the user's body characteristics. For example, when a tall user uses the massage device 100, the leg massage unit 2000 needs to be longer because of the longer calves. Conversely, when a short user uses the massage device 100, the leg massage unit 2000 needs to be shorter because of the shorter calves. Therefore, the leg massage unit 2000 can provide leg massage tailored to the user's height.

[0088] The massage module 1700 can be installed inside the body massage unit 1000 to provide any form of mechanical stimulation to the user accommodated in the body massage unit 1000. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the massage module 1700 can move along the main frame 1100 inside the body massage unit 1000.

[0089] For example, the main frame 1100 of the body massage unit 1000 may be equipped with a rack gear, and the massage module 1700 provides mechanical stimulation to various parts of the user's body while moving along the rack gear 1111. The massage module 1700 may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited to these.

[0090] The main frame 1100 forms the internal structure of the body massage part 1000 and can be made of materials such as metal or plastic. For example, the main frame 1100 can be made of iron, alloy, steel, etc., but is not limited to these, and can also be made of various hard materials.

[0091] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include an audio output module 1500. The audio output module 1500 may be disposed in various locations. For example, the audio output module 1500 may include multiple output units, such as an upper audio output unit disposed on the upper end of the seat portion in contact with the user, a front audio output unit attached to the front end of the left and right arm massage portions of the seat portion, and / or a rear audio output unit attached to the rear end of the arm massage portions, etc., but is not limited thereto. In this case, the audio output module 1500 can provide stereo sound, such as 5.1 channels, but is not limited thereto.

[0092] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a user can control the massage device 100 using a massage device control device CD. The massage device control device CD can be connected to the massage device 100 via wired and / or wireless communication.

[0093] The massage device control device CD may include, but is not limited to, a remote controller, a mobile phone, a personal digital assistant (PDA), etc., and may include various electronic devices that can be connected to the massage device 100 via wired or wireless communication.

[0094] Figure 2 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The main framework diagram, Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the constituent elements of a massage device according to an embodiment.

[0095] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include at least one of a main frame 1100, a control unit 1200, a storage unit 1300, a user input unit 1400, an audio output module 1500, a network connection unit 1600, and a massage module 1700.

[0096] The main frame 1100 can be a structure that forms the skeleton of the body massage part 1000.

[0097] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the main frame 1100 may include an upper frame 1110 on which a massage module 1700 is provided and a base frame 1120 for supporting the upper frame 1110.

[0098] A rack 1111 may be provided on at least a portion of the upper frame 1110. The rack 1111 is a component for guiding the up-and-down movement of the body massage module 1700 and may include multiple valleys and multiple spines.

[0099] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the rack 1111 can be arranged facing each other on both sides of the upper frame 1110, and the body massage module 1700 can move along the rack 1111.

[0100] For example, the body massage module 1700 may include a gear meshing with a rack 1111, which is rotated by an actuator disposed in the body massage module 1700, thereby enabling the body massage module 1700 to move up or down.

[0101] The rack 1111 can be made of metal or plastic. For example, the rack 1111 can be made of iron, steel, alloy, reinforced plastic, melamine resin, phenolic resin, etc., but is not limited to these.

[0102] The upper frame 1110 can be implemented in various shapes. For example, the upper frame 1110 can be classified as an S-frame, L-frame, S&L-frame, or double S&L-frame, but is not limited to these, depending on its shape.

[0103] An S-frame refers to a frame in which at least a portion of the upper frame 1110 includes a shape curved like an "S". An L-frame refers to a frame in which at least a portion of the upper frame 1110 includes a shape curved like an "L". An S&L frame refers to a frame in which both shapes are curved like an "S" and curved like an "L". A double S&L frame refers to a frame in which both shapes are curved like an "L" and both parts are curved like an "S".

[0104] The base frame 1120 refers to the part of the main frame 1100 that supports the upper frame 1110 and connects to the ground. The base frame 1120 may include an upper base frame 1121 and a lower base frame 1122.

[0105] The upper base frame 1121 can support the upper frame 1110, and the lower base frame 1122 can be connected to the ground. In addition, the upper base frame 1121 can be set in a manner that connects to the lower base frame 1122.

[0106] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper base frame 1121 is movable along the lower base frame 1122. For example, the upper base frame 1121 is slidably moved forward or backward along the lower base frame 1122. In this case, the upper frame 1110 is connected to the upper base frame 1121, thereby being able to move with the movement of the upper base frame 1121.

[0107] For example, when the upper base frame 1121 moves forward, the upper frame 1110 can also move forward together; when the upper base frame 1121 moves backward, the upper frame 1110 can also move backward together. This allows the body massage unit 1000 to slide.

[0108] Specifically, to allow movement of the upper base frame 1121, a moving wheel can be provided at the lower part of the upper base frame 1121. Additionally, a guide member capable of guiding the moving wheel can be provided at the upper part of the lower base frame 1122. The moving wheel provided on the upper base frame 1121 moves along the guide member provided on the lower base frame 1122, thereby allowing the upper base frame 1121 to move forward or backward.

[0109] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may not provide a sliding function. In this case, the base frame 1120 may not be separated into an upper frame and a lower frame.

[0110] The control unit 1200 is capable of controlling the operation of the massage device 100. The control unit 1200 can be implemented by one processor or by multiple processors. When the control unit 1200 is implemented by multiple processors, at least some of the multiple processors can be located at physically spaced distances from each other. Furthermore, the control unit 1200 can be implemented in various ways, without limitation.

[0111] For example, the control unit 1200 may correspond to one or more processors. The processor may be implemented by an array of multiple logic gates, or by a combination of a general-purpose microprocessor and a memory storing a program executable in the microprocessor. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will understand that other types of hardware can be used to implement this.

[0112] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 1200 is capable of controlling the operation of the massage device 100. For example, the massage device 100 may include a plurality of actuators, and the operation of the massage device 100 can be controlled by controlling the operation of the plurality of actuators. For example, the massage device 100 may include at least one of a massage module movement actuator, at least one actuator included in the massage module 1700, a back angle actuator, a leg angle actuator, a foot massage actuator, a leg length adjustment actuator, and a sliding actuator, and the control unit 1200 can control the operation of the massage device 100 by controlling these actuators.

[0113] The massage module movement actuator is an actuator that enables the massage module 1700 to move up and down. Through the operation of the massage module movement actuator, the massage module 1700 can move along the rack 1111.

[0114] The back angle actuator is an actuator that adjusts the angle of the part of the massage device 100 that contacts the user's back. The back angle of the massage device 100 can be adjusted by operating the back angle actuator.

[0115] The leg angle actuator is an actuator used to adjust the angle of the leg massage section 2000 of the massage device 100. The angle between the leg massage section 2000 and the body massage section 1000 can be adjusted by operating the leg angle actuator.

[0116] The foot massage actuator is an actuator used to operate the foot massage module included in the leg massage unit 2000. By using the foot massage actuator, the massage device 100 can provide foot massage to the user.

[0117] The massage module 1700 may include at least one actuator, and the control unit 1200 may operate the at least one actuator to provide various massage operations. For example, the control unit 1200 may operate the at least one actuator included in the massage module 1700 to provide tapping massage, kneading massage, etc., but is not limited to this, and may provide various massage operations.

[0118] The leg length adjustment actuator is an actuator used to adjust the length of the leg massage unit 2000. For example, the control unit 1200 can use the leg length adjustment actuator to adjust the length of the leg massage unit 2000 to fit the user, so that the user can enjoy a massage that matches their body shape.

[0119] The sliding actuator enables the massage device 100 to slide. For example, the upper frame 1121 of the horizontal base can be moved forward or backward by the operation of the sliding actuator, so that the upper frame 1110 connected to the upper frame 1121 of the horizontal base can also be moved forward or backward.

[0120] The storage unit 1300 can store various information related to the massage device 100. For example, the storage unit 1300 may include massage control information, or personal authentication information, but is not limited to these.

[0121] The storage unit 1300 can be implemented using a non-volatile storage medium capable of continuously storing arbitrary data. For example, the storage unit 1300 may include, but is not limited to, disks, optical disks, and magneto-optical storage devices, as well as storage devices based on flash memory and / or battery backup memory.

[0122] Additionally, the storage unit 1300 may include a memory. The memory may be random access memory (RAM) such as dynamic random access memory (DRAM) or static random access memory (SRAM), serving as the primary storage device directly accessed by the processor. It is a volatile storage device whose stored information is instantly deleted when the power is cut off, but is not limited to this. This memory can be operated via the control unit 1200.

[0123] The user input unit 1400 can receive commands related to the operation and control of the massage device 100 from the user. The user input unit 1400 can be implemented in various forms. For example, the user input unit 1400 can be provided in the body massage unit 1000 or the leg massage unit 2000, but is not limited to these.

[0124] The massage device 100 can obtain various commands from the user through the user input unit 1400. For example, the massage device 100 can receive any commands, but is not limited to, regarding the selection of massage module, massage mode, massage intensity, massage time, massage area, position and operation of the body massage unit 1000, on / off power supply of the massage device 100, whether to activate the heating function, and audio source playback.

[0125] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the user input unit 1400 may have various buttons in the form of hot keys and / or option buttons for selecting, canceling, or inputting execution directions, depending on preset user settings or its own preset functions.

[0126] The user input unit 1400 can be implemented using a keyboard, dome switch, touchpad (static / electrostatic), rotary dial, momentary switch, etc., but is not limited to these. Furthermore, the user input unit 1400 can be based on voice recognition technology to obtain commands based on the user's voice.

[0127] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the user input unit 1400 may include a display for displaying the operating status of the massage device 100 or the current state of the user. In this case, the display may include at least one of a liquid crystal display (LCD), a thin film transistor-liquid crystal display (TFT LCD), an organic light-emitting diode (OLED), a flexible display, and a 3D display, but is not limited thereto.

[0128] The audio output module 1500 is capable of providing audio output to the user in any form. For example, the audio output module 1500 can provide brain stimulation to the user by outputting an optimal sound source and / or binaural beat for the massage mode provided by the massage device 100. The audio output module 1500 can output audio signals received via a network (not shown) or stored in internal / external storage media (not shown). For example, the audio output module 1500 can output an audio source controlled by the user terminal via a network connection (e.g., Bluetooth connection, etc.). In addition, the audio output module 1500 can output audio signals in any form generated in association with the operation of the massage device 100.

[0129] A massage device 100 according to another embodiment of the present invention may include a network connection unit 1600. The network connection unit 1600 can communicate with modules inside the massage device 100, external massage devices 100, and / or user terminals via any type of network. The network connection unit 1600 may include a wired / wireless connection module for connecting to the network. Wireless connection technologies may include, for example, Wireless LAN (WLAN) (Wi-Fi), Wireless Broadband (Wibro), World Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX), High Speed ​​Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), etc. Wired connection technologies may include, for example, Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL), Fiber to the Home (FTTH), Power Line Communication (PLC), etc. Additionally, the network connection unit includes a short-range communication module capable of sending and receiving data with any device / terminal located in close proximity. For example, as a short-range communication technology, Bluetooth, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Infrared Data Association (IrDA), Ultra Wideband (UWB), ZigBee, etc. can be used, but are not limited to these.

[0130] As described above, a massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a massage module 1700. That is, the massage module 1700 is a structure that provides mechanical stimulation to the user, and the massage module 1700 is movable along the main frame 1100.

[0131] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a main frame 1100. (As shown by...) Figures 1 to 3 The main frame 1100 provides a movable path for the massage module 1700.

[0132] The control unit 1200 can provide massage by controlling the operation of the massage module 1700 to apply mechanical stimulation to the user.

[0133] The control unit 1200 can move the massage module 1700 along the X, Y, and Z axes. The control unit 1200 can cause the massage ball to move forward or backward along the X, Y, and Z axes. Alternatively, the control unit 1200 can rotate the massage ball around the X, Y, and Z axes.

[0134] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a sensor unit 1800. In this case, the sensor unit 1800 may include at least one sensor. For example, the sensor unit 1800 may include a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, an LED sensor, a light sensor, a Hall sensor, an electrostatic sensor, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0135] The sensor unit 1800 can be used to acquire various types of information. For example, the sensor unit 1800 can be used to identify a user. That is, it can acquire information such as whether the user is seated, the user's body type, and whether the user has any physical abnormalities. As another example, the sensor unit 1800 can be used to acquire biometric information. That is, it can acquire fingerprint information, facial information, voice information, iris information, weight information, electrocardiogram information, body composition information, etc., but is not limited to these, and can include a variety of biometric information.

[0136] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 can sense the contact area and / or contact position with the user through the sensor unit 1800. Additionally, the massage device 100 can acquire the user's shoulder position information through the sensor unit 1800. Furthermore, the massage device 100 can provide customized massage based on the acquired information. For example, when the massage device 100 provides a shoulder massage, it can identify the user's shoulder position based on the information acquired through the sensor unit 1800, and provide a shoulder massage to the user according to the identification result.

[0137] The leg massage unit 2000 can be a structure for massaging the user's legs. A leg receiving space 2100 for accommodating the user's legs can be formed in the leg massage unit 2000.

[0138] The leg massage unit 2000 may include at least one of an airbag (not shown), a calf massage module (not shown), and a foot massage unit (not shown).

[0139] An airbag (not shown) can be a structure used to fix at least a part of the user's body. The airbag included in the leg massage unit 2000 can be a structure that fixes at least a part of the user's body by receiving air from a separate air supply unit and inflating it.

[0140] The calf massage module (not shown) can be a structure for massaging the calf portion of a user's leg. In this case, as mentioned above, the calf massage module may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited to these.

[0141] The foot massage unit (not shown) can be a structure for massaging a user's feet. The foot massage unit may include a foot massage module for massaging the user's feet. In this case, the foot massage module may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited to these.

[0142] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a massage device including a rotatable arm massage part according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail.

[0143] Figure 4 It is shown in a general way. Figure 2 The main frame 1100 is equipped with a rotation module 4000 and an arm length adjustment module 5000, as shown in the figure.

[0144] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 4 According to an embodiment of the present invention, a massage device 100 includes: a body massage section 1000 for massaging a user's body, and includes a main frame 1100 for forming the skeleton of the massage device 100; and an arm massage section 3000 disposed on both sides of the body massage section 1000, respectively accommodating the user's two arms and massaging the user's arms; the main frame 1100 includes an arm fixing frame 1130 for connecting the arm massage section 3000; the arm massage section 3000 may include an arm moving frame 3100, the arm moving frame 3100 being rotatable in at least one direction with respect to the arm fixing frame 1130.

[0145] As described above, the body massage unit 1000 can be a unit that provides massage to at least a part of the user's body. For example, the body massage unit 1000 may have a space for accommodating at least a part of the user's body.

[0146] As one embodiment, the accommodating space of the body massage unit 1000 can be a space for a user to sit in. That is, the user can sit in the space formed in the body massage unit 1000 and receive a massage while seated.

[0147] The main frame 1100 may be a unit disposed inside the body massage part 1000 and forming the skeleton of the body massage part 1000.

[0148] As an optional embodiment, the body massage unit 1000 may include an outer cover for covering the massage module 1700 disposed inside, so as to prevent the massage module 1700 from being exposed to the outside.

[0149] As an optional embodiment, the massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may further include a leg massage unit 2000. The leg massage unit 2000 may be a unit that provides leg massage to a user. For example, the leg massage unit 2000 may include a calf massage unit that massages the user's lower leg and / or a foot massage unit that massages the user's foot.

[0150] The leg massage unit 2000 may have a space for accommodating at least a portion of a user's leg. The user can insert their leg into the space formed in the leg massage unit 2000 and receive a massage while their leg is inserted into the leg massage unit 2000.

[0151] The arm massage unit 3000 can be a unit that provides massage or stretching to a user's arm. For example, the arm massage unit 3000 may include a massage module 1700 for providing massage to a user's arm.

[0152] On the other hand, as described below, since the arm massage unit 3000 can provide stretching or other medical treatments and massages to the user by rotating in at least one direction, it should be understood that, in the following text, providing massage to the user's arm not only refers to simply providing pressing massage, patting massage, or kneading massage, but also includes stretching and other medical treatments performed by rotating or pulling the user's arm in a specific direction.

[0153] The arm massage units 3000 can be arranged on both sides of the body massage unit 1000. For example, the arm massage units 3000 can be respectively arranged at positions corresponding to the user's two arms. Each arm massage unit 3000 can be provided with space for accommodating the user's arms.

[0154] As one embodiment, the arm massage unit 3000 may include an arm massage unit housing 3300. The arm massage unit housing 3300 may be a structure for insertion into the user's arm, for example, a structure for insertion into the user's forearm.

[0155] The arm massage unit housing 3300 can be connected to the arm moving frame 3100 to form the arm massage unit 3000. That is, the user can receive a massage by inserting his arm into the arm massage unit housing 3300. As described below, the arm massage unit housing 3300 rotates while the arm moving frame 3100 rotates, so that the entire arm massage unit 3000 can rotate.

[0156] As one embodiment, the main frame 1100 may include an arm fixing frame 1130 for connecting the arm massage unit 3000. For example, the arm fixing frame 1130 may be disposed on both sides of the body massage unit 1000, and the arm massage units 3000 may be respectively disposed on the arm fixing frame 1130. Therefore, a user can receive a massage by inserting both arms into the arm massage unit 3000 while sitting in the body massage unit 1000.

[0157] As one embodiment, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate in at least one direction. Preferably, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate in a direction based on... Figure 4 The massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may further include a rotation module 4000 for rotating the arm massage portion 3000 in at least one direction. The rotation module 4000 will be described in detail below.

[0158] Figure 5 This diagram shows the arm massage section 3000 rotating in the up-and-down direction. Figure 6 It is used for explanation Figure 5 A diagram illustrating the rotation principle of the 3000 arm massager.

[0159] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 The arm massage unit 3000 can rotate in the up and down direction. For example, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate in the up and down direction to accommodate the user's arm when the user is sitting in the massage device 100.

[0160] Therefore, arm fixing frames 1130 may be provided on both sides of the main frame 1100, and arm fixing frames 1130 may be combined with arm massage parts 3000. At this time, the arm massage parts 3000 may include arm moving frames 3100, which can rotate up and down with reference to the arm fixing frames 1130.

[0161] Therefore, with the arm massage unit 3000 connected to the arm fixed frame 1130, the arm moving frame 3100 can rotate up and down with the arm fixed frame 1130 as a reference, and the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate up and down.

[0162] As an optional embodiment, the arm fixing frame 1130 can be configured to extend forward toward the user, so as to have a certain length when the user is seated on the massage device 100. Therefore, even when the user's arm is placed on the arm massage unit 3000, the load on the user's arm can be adequately supported. In addition, since the force generated by the rotation module 4000 can be effectively transmitted to the arm massage unit 3000, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate stably.

[0163] As an optional embodiment, the arm massage units 3000 on both sides can rotate independently. For example, when one arm massage unit 3000 rotates in the up-down direction, the other arm massage unit 3000 may not rotate or may rotate in the left-right direction. Alternatively, the angle, intensity, or speed of rotation of the arm massage units 3000 on both sides in the up-down direction may be different from each other. For this purpose, the rotation modules 4000 can be respectively provided on both sides of the body massage unit 1000 to correspond to the pair of arm massage units 3000. In addition, the rotation modules 4000 are controlled and operated independently of each other, so that the arm massage units 3000 on both sides can rotate independently.

[0164] Figure 7 This diagram shows the arm massage unit 3000 rotating in another direction. Figure 8 It is used for explanation Figure 7 A diagram illustrating the rotation principle of the 3000 arm massager.

[0165] Reference Figure 7 and Figure 8 The arm massage unit 3000 can rotate left and right. For example, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate left and right to accommodate the user's arm when the user is sitting in the massage device 100.

[0166] Therefore, as described above, arm fixing frames 1130 may be provided on both sides of the main frame 1100, and arm fixing frames 1130 may be combined with arm massage parts 3000. At this time, the arm massage parts 3000 may include arm moving frames 3100, which can rotate up and down with reference to the arm fixing frames 1130.

[0167] Therefore, with the arm massage unit 3000 connected to the arm fixed frame 1130, the arm moving frame 3100 can rotate left and right with the arm fixed frame 1130 as a reference, and the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate left and right.

[0168] As an optional embodiment, the arm fixing frame 1130 can be configured to extend forward toward the user, so as to have a certain length when the user is seated on the massage device 100. Therefore, even when the user's arm is placed on the arm massage unit 3000, the load on the user's arm can be adequately supported. In addition, since the force generated by the rotation module 4000 can be effectively transmitted to the arm massage unit 3000, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate stably.

[0169] Additionally, as described above, as an optional embodiment, the arm massage units 3000 on both sides can rotate independently. For example, when one arm massage unit 3000 rotates left to right, the other arm massage unit 3000 may not rotate or may rotate up and down. Alternatively, the angle, intensity, or speed of rotation of the arm massage units 3000 on both sides in the left and right directions may be different from each other. For this purpose, the rotation modules 4000 can be respectively provided on both sides of the body massage unit 1000 to correspond to the pair of arm massage units 3000. Furthermore, the rotation modules 4000 are controlled and operated independently of each other, so that the arm massage units 3000 on both sides can rotate independently.

[0170] As described above, the arm massage unit 3000 can provide stretching or rehabilitation exercises to the user's arm by rotating in the up-down or left-right directions. For example, the arm massage unit 3000 can provide stretching by rotating the user's arm in the up-down or left-right directions while accommodating the user's arm. Alternatively, when the user's arm is injured, the arm massage unit 3000 can provide rehabilitation exercises by rotating while accommodating the user's arm. Alternatively, the user can manually rotate the arm massage unit 3000 to provide exercise functions even when the rotation module 4000 is not driven. In other words, because the arm massage unit 3000 is configured to rotate in both the up-down and left-right directions, the user can perform muscle exercises by manually rotating the arm massage unit 3000.

[0171] As an optional embodiment, the arm massage unit 3000 may also include a load sensor for measuring the load. For example, the load sensor can measure the force applied to the rotation module 4000 to rotate the arm massage unit 3000. When the force is above a preset value, it identifies that the user's arm has rotated to a limit value where it can no longer rotate, and sends a control signal to the control unit 1200 to stop the rotation of the arm massage unit 3000. Alternatively, the load sensor can measure the load applied to the arm massage unit 3000 through the user's arm. When the force is above a preset value, it identifies that the user wants to manually control the arm massage unit 3000, and sends a control signal to the control unit 1200 to change the rotation of the arm massage unit 3000 to manual mode.

[0172] As another alternative embodiment, the arm massage unit 3000 may also include an anti-pinch sensor to detect whether at least a part of the user's body is being pinched. For example, when the user's body is detected to be pinched in a predetermined position during the rotation of the arm massage unit 3000, the anti-pinch sensor can send a control signal to the control unit 1200 to stop the rotation of the arm massage unit 3000. Therefore, the stability to the user's body can be further improved.

[0173] Figure 9 It is shown Figure 4 The diagram shows the 4000 rotating module.

[0174] Reference Figure 9 According to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may further include a rotating module 4000 for rotating the arm massage part 3000 in at least one direction.

[0175] As one embodiment, the rotation module 4000 may include: a first rotation module 4100, for... Figure 9 Based on this, the arm massage unit 3000 is rotated up and down; and the second rotation module 4200 rotates the arm massage unit 3000 left and right. At this time, the first rotation module 4100 and the second rotation module 4200 can be driven by a motor.

[0176] Here, as described above, the arm massage unit 3000 may include an arm moving frame 3100, and the first rotation module 4100 and the second rotation module 4200 can rotate the arm massage unit 3000 by rotating the arm moving frame 3100. Details will be provided later.

[0177] As one embodiment, the rotating module 4000 may include a support plate 4300, which is disposed between the first rotating module 4100 and the second rotating module 4200, with one surface connected to the first rotating module 4100 and the other surface connected to the second rotating module 4200.

[0178] The support plate 4300 can be formed into a plate with width, so as to... Figure 9 Based on this, the first rotating module 4100 can be connected to the upper part of the support plate 4300, and the second rotating module 4200 can be connected to the lower part of the support plate 4300.

[0179] The first rotating module 4100 can be connected to and fixed to the upper part of the support plate 4300. That is, the support plate 4300 can support the first rotating module 4100 by combining with it, so that the first rotating module 4100 is fixed in a specified position.

[0180] Specifically, the first rotation module 4100 is disposed on the upper part of the support plate 4300, and can be positioned further back than the elbow when the user is seated in the massage device 100. That is, by disposing of the first rotation module 4100 on the upper part of the support plate 4300 and positioning it further back than the user's elbow, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate left and right or up and down without interference from the first rotation module 4100, and this arrangement achieves space efficiency within the massage device 100.

[0181] The second rotating module 4200 can be connected to the lower part of the support plate 4300, and the support plate 4300 can be rotated by the second rotating module 4200. For example, the second rotating module 4200 can rotate the support plate 4300, thereby causing the first rotating module 4100 connected to the upper part of the support plate 4300 to rotate together, thereby allowing the arm massage part 3000 to rotate left and right.

[0182] Specifically, the second rotation module 4200 is disposed at the lower part of the support plate 4300, and can also be disposed on both sides of the massage device 100, at a position lower than the user's forearm. That is, the second rotation module 4200 is disposed at the lower part of the support plate 4300, and is disposed on both sides of the massage device 100 at a position lower than the user's forearm, so that when the arm massage part 3000 rotates left and right or up and down, it is not disturbed by the second rotation module 4200, and can be configured to have space efficiency in the massage device 100.

[0183] In addition, details regarding the drive of the second rotating module 4200 will be explained below.

[0184] As described above, the arm massage unit 3000 can rotate in the up-down and left-right directions, and the two arm massage units 3000 can rotate independently of each other. Therefore, by simultaneously driving the rotation in the up-down and left-right directions, a stretching function or exercise function, such as stretching, can be provided to the user.

[0185] Figure 10 It is shown Figure 9 A diagram of the first rotating module 4100. Figure 11 It shows an observation from another angle. Figure 9 A diagram showing the state of the first rotating module 4100. Figure 12 It is used for explanation Figure 9 A diagram illustrating the driving principle of the first rotating module 4100.

[0186] Reference Figures 10 to 12 The first rotation module 4100 may include: a first rotation actuator 4110 that generates power for rotating the arm massage part 3000 in an up-down direction; and a support frame 4120 that extends from the support plate 4300 to one side and is connected to the arm movement frame 3100.

[0187] The first rotary actuator 4110 may be a linear actuator that extends and retracts in a predetermined direction. For example, the first rotary actuator 4110 may be able to receive electrical power and may be linearly driven by the received electrical power.

[0188] The first rotary actuator 4110 can be connected to the arm moving frame 3100 and can rotate the arm moving frame 3100 up and down by extending and retracting in one direction.

[0189] As one embodiment, the arm moving frame 3100 may include: an arm connecting part 3110; a rotating part 3120, which is connected to and rotates with the first rotating actuator 4110; and an extension part 3130, which connects the arm connecting part 3110 and the rotating part 3120.

[0190] The arm connecting part 3110 may be a part that is connected to the arm massage part housing 3300.

[0191] The arm connecting portion 3110 extends along the length of the arm massage portion 3000 and can be coupled to the arm massage portion housing 3300 of the arm massage portion 3000. Therefore, when the arm moving frame 3100 rotates via the first rotary actuator 4110, the arm massage portion 3000 can rotate as a whole. Furthermore, since the arm connecting portion 3110 extends along the length of the arm massage portion 3000, it can be fastened to the arm massage portion housing 3300 at multiple locations, thus providing a more secure connection between the arm connecting portion 3110 and the arm massage portion housing 3300.

[0192] The rotating part 3120 may be a structure that is connected to the first rotary actuator 4110 and the support frame 4120 and rotates by the drive of the first rotary actuator 4110.

[0193] Specifically, the rotating part 3120 can be rotatably connected to the first rotary actuator 4110 at one position and to the support frame 4120 at another position. In this case, the position where the rotating part 3120 is connected to the first rotary actuator 4110 can be a portion that can rotate according to the extension and retraction of the first rotary actuator 4110. Furthermore, the portion where the rotating part 3120 is connected to the support frame 4120 can be fixed; therefore, this portion can serve as the rotation axis AR1 of the rotating part 3120.

[0194] When the rotating part 3120 rotates, the extension part 3130 and the arm connecting part 3110 connected to the rotating part 3120 can rotate together. That is, the rotating part 3120 rotates through the first rotary actuator 4110, so that the arm moving frame 3100 can rotate up and down as a whole, and the arm massage part 3000 can rotate up and down.

[0195] The extension 3130 may be the part that connects the arm connecting part 3110 and the rotating part 3120. That is, when the rotating part 3120 rotates by the first rotary actuator 4110, the extension 3130 can transmit its rotational force to the arm connecting part 3110.

[0196] At this time, with Figure 10Based on this, with the arm massage unit 3000 not rotating, the extension 3130 can extend downward from the rotating unit 3120 toward the arm connecting unit 3110. At this time, even if the first rotary actuator 4110 extends and retracts vertically, the rotational force generated by the extension and retraction can be easily transmitted to the arm connecting unit 3110 located relatively lower.

[0197] Refer again Figure 12 The driving principle of the first rotating module 4100 is explained. The arm moving frame 3100 can rotate in the up and down direction by the extension and retraction of the first rotating actuator 4110.

[0198] Specifically, when the first rotary actuator 4110 retracts, the rotating part 3120 can... Figure 12 Rotate clockwise with reference to the reference. At this time, the part where the support frame 4120 is connected to the rotating part 3120 can become the rotation axis AR1 of the rotating part 3120.

[0199] Conversely, when the first rotary actuator 4110 extends, the rotating part 3120 can... Figure 12 The arm massage unit 3000 rotates counterclockwise with reference to the reference. At this time, the part connecting the support frame 4120 and the rotating part 3120 can also become the rotation axis AR1 of the rotating part 3120. As a result, the extension part 3130 and the arm connecting part 3110 rotate counterclockwise, so that the arm massage part 3000 can rotate downward.

[0200] As an optional embodiment, the arm moving frame 3100 may further include a first stop 3200. For example, the rotating part 3120 of the arm moving frame 3100 may be provided with a first stop 3200.

[0201] The first stop 3200 can be a unit used to determine the upward rotation limit of the arm moving frame 3100.

[0202] Specifically, with Figure 10 Based on this, the first stop 3200 can be disposed at at least one position on the left or right side of the rotating part 3120. The first stop 3200 can be a member with width, disposed on the left or right side of the rotating part 3120, and extending outward.

[0203] Therefore, when the rotating part 3120 rotates in the direction of lifting the user's arm via the first rotary actuator 4110, the first stop 3200 rotates together and can move towards the support frame 4120. At this time, when the rotating part 3120 rotates to its maximum limit, as... Figure 12As shown, the first stop 3200 can contact the support frame 4120 and no longer rotate. At this time, the upward rotation limit of the rotating part 3120 can be determined according to the position of the first stop 3200 in the rotating part 3120.

[0204] As an optional embodiment, the first rotation module 4100 may further include a second stop 4130. The second stop 4130 may be disposed in the support frame 4120 of the first rotation module 4100. The second stop 4130 may be a unit for determining the downward rotation limit of the arm moving frame 3100.

[0205] Specifically, the second stop 4130 is positioned along the rotation path of the extension 3130 and can be configured to connect the two axes of the support frame 4120. The extension 3130 can be positioned at a location that allows for maximum rotation in the direction of the user's arm descent. Therefore, when the extension 3130 rotates in the direction of the user's arm descent and is blocked by the second stop 4130, it cannot rotate further. The point of contact between the extension 3130 and the second stop 4130 may be the position where the extension 3130 has rotated to its maximum extent.

[0206] Figure 13 It is shown Figure 9 The diagram of the second rotating module 4200. Figure 14 It shows an observation from another angle. Figure 9 A diagram showing the state of the second rotating module 4200. Figure 15 This is used to explain the setting of bearing 4250. Figure 9 A diagram of an embodiment of the second rotating module 4200, Figure 16 It is used for explanation Figure 9 The diagram shows the driving principle of the second rotating module 4200.

[0207] Reference Figures 13 to 16 The second rotation module 4200 may include a second rotation actuator 4210, which generates power for rotating the arm massage part 3000 in the left and right directions.

[0208] The second rotary actuator 4210 can be a linear actuator that extends and retracts in a predetermined direction. For example, the second rotary actuator 4210 can receive electrical power and can be linearly driven by the received electrical power.

[0209] The second rotary actuator 4210 can extend and retract in a direction different from that of the first rotary actuator 4110. That is, since the directions of extension and retraction of the first rotary actuator 4110 and the second rotary actuator 4210 are different from each other, the arm massage part 3000 can be rotated in different directions respectively.

[0210] The second rotary actuator 4210 can be connected to the support plate 4300 and can rotate the support plate 4300 by extending or retracting in one direction. Therefore, the first rotary module 4100 connected to the support plate 4300 can rotate together, and the arm massage unit 3000 connected to the first rotary module 4100 can also rotate left and right together. At this time, since the support plate 4300 and the first rotary module 4100 are fixed to each other, the first rotary module 4100 itself can rotate by rotating the support plate 4300, and the arm massage unit 3000 connected to the first rotary module 4100 can also rotate together.

[0211] The support plate 4300 and the second rotating module 4200 can be connected at multiple locations.

[0212] Specifically, the second rotary actuator 4210 can be connected to the support plate 4300 via the first connecting portion 4220. Therefore, when the second rotary actuator 4210 extends or retracts linearly, the second rotary actuator 4210 and the first connecting portion 4220 rotate relative to each other.

[0213] At this point, a rotating shaft is required so that the support plate 4300 can rotate by the linear drive of the second rotary actuator 4210.

[0214] Therefore, the second rotary actuator 4210 can be connected to the support plate 4300 via the second connecting portion 4230. In this case, the second connecting portion 4230 can serve as the rotation axis AR2 of the support plate 4300. To enable the second connecting portion 4230 to perform the function of the rotation axis AR2, its position cannot be changed even when the second rotary actuator 4210 is driven. Therefore, the second connecting portion 4230 can be connected to and fixed to the arm fixing frame 1130.

[0215] The second rotating module 4200 may further include a connecting plate 4240 for connecting the first connecting portion 4220 and the second connecting portion 4230. For example, the connecting plate 4240 extends to have a length, and the first connecting portion 4220 and the second connecting portion 4230 may be provided at both ends. Therefore, when the first connecting portion 4220 moves by the second rotating actuator 4210, the connecting plate 4240 can rotate while the second connecting portion 4230 is fixed in a fixed position, thereby allowing the support plate 4300 to rotate easily.

[0216] Reference Figure 16 The driving principle of the second rotating module 4200 is explained below. When the second rotating actuator 4210 extends in one direction, the second connecting part 4230 is fixed as the rotating shaft AR2 of the support plate 4300. As the second rotating actuator 4210 extends, the second connecting part 4230 is fixed as the rotating shaft AR2 of the support plate 4300. Figure 16Based on this, the first connecting part 4220 is simultaneously pushed to the right, causing the support plate 4300 to rotate. As a result, the support plate 4300 rotates counterclockwise, and the arm massage part 3000 also rotates due to the rotation of the first rotating module 4100 connected to it.

[0217] Conversely, when the second rotary actuator 4210 retracts in the opposite direction, the second connecting portion 4230 is fixed as the rotation axis AR2 of the support plate 4300. As the second rotary actuator 4210 retracts, it... Figure 16 Based on this, the first connecting part 4220 is simultaneously pulled to the left, causing the support plate 4300 to rotate. As a result, the support plate 4300 rotates clockwise, and through the rotation of the first rotating module 4100 connected to it, the arm massage part 3000 also rotates.

[0218] As one embodiment, in order to rotate the support plate 4300 by operating the second rotary actuator 4210, virtual extension lines AX1 and AX2 can intersect. AX1 is a line extending along the length of the arm fixing frame, and AX2 is a line extending in the direction of retraction of the second rotary actuator 4210 of the second rotary module 4200. That is, the extension line AX1 of the arm fixing frame along the length and the extension line AX2 in the direction of retraction of the second rotary actuator 4210 are not parallel to each other. As described above, since the two extension lines intersect, the support plate 4300 can be easily rotated by the retraction of the second rotary actuator 4210.

[0219] As an optional embodiment, the rotating module 4000 may further include a bearing 4250 disposed between the second rotating module 4200 and the support plate 4300. The bearing 4250 may be generally formed as a circular plate with through holes formed inside.

[0220] The bearing 4250 is disposed between the second rotating module 4200 and the support plate 4300, and is a unit used to adjust the center of gravity of the support plate 4300, to which the first rotating module 4100 is attached. For example, since the first rotating module 4100 is disposed on the upper part of the support plate 4300, a load of a certain level or higher can be applied to the support plate 4300. In addition, in order for the support plate 4300 to rotate via the second rotating module 4200, a predetermined distance needs to be maintained between the support plate 4300 and the second rotating module 4200. Therefore, when the support plate 4300 and the second rotating module 4200 are separated by a gap, if no other component is provided in the space between them, the support plate 4300 may tilt in one direction due to the load on the support plate 4300, or the connected shaft may bend.

[0221] To solve this problem, the bearing 4250 can be positioned between the second rotating module 4200 and the support plate 4300 to prevent the support plate 4300 from tilting to one side.

[0222] Figure 17 It is used for explanation Figure 4 The diagram shows the 5000 arm length adjustment module. Figure 18 It shows the removal Figure 17 The diagram shows the state of the arm massage unit housing 3300.

[0223] Reference Figure 17 and Figure 18 According to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include an arm length adjustment module 5000 for adjusting the length of the arm massage part 3000.

[0224] The arm massage unit 3000 can accommodate a user's arm, for example, a user's forearm. To this end, the arm massage unit 3000 may include an arm massage unit housing 3300 that accommodates the user's forearm. The arm massage unit housing 3300 is provided with a space for the user's forearm to be inserted, allowing the user to receive a massage after inserting their forearm into the space.

[0225] Therefore, the arm length adjustment module 5000 can adjust the length of the arm massage unit 3000 by moving the arm massage unit housing 3300 forward or backward. That is, with the user's forearm inserted into the arm massage unit housing 3300, the arm massage unit housing 3300 can move forward or backward, while the rest of the structure remains fixed in its original position, thereby allowing the length of the arm massage unit 3000 to be adjusted.

[0226] The arm length adjustment module 5000 may include: an arm length adjustment motor 5200 that generates power for moving the arm massage part housing 3300; a first moving member 5320 that transmits the power generated by the arm length adjustment motor 5200 to the arm massage part housing 3300; and a first connecting bracket 5110 for connecting the first moving member 5320 and the arm massage part housing 3300.

[0227] As one embodiment, the arm length adjustment motor 5200 can be a unit that receives power and rotates. In this case, the arm length adjustment motor 5200 can be connected to the lead screw 5310, and as the arm length adjustment motor 5200 rotates, the lead screw 5310 connected to it can also rotate together.

[0228] The surface of the lead screw 5310 may be threaded. The lead screw 5310 may be configured to pass through a through hole formed in the first moving member 5320, and the through hole of the first moving member 5320 may have a groove that engages with the thread formed on the surface of the lead screw 5310. Therefore, as the lead screw 5310 rotates, the first moving member 5320 may move accordingly.

[0229] The guide screw 5310 can extend in a direction parallel to the movement direction of the arm massage part housing 3300. Thus, the guide screw 5310 can provide power to the first moving member 5320 while guiding the movement direction of the first moving member 5320.

[0230] As an optional embodiment, the arm length adjustment motor 5200 may be a motor including a cylinder. For example, the arm length adjustment motor 5200 may directly cause the first moving member 5320 to move linearly by using a cylinder. In this case, the surface of the lead screw 5310 may not have threads, and the lead screw 5310 may perform the function of guiding the movement direction of the first moving member 5320.

[0231] As one embodiment, the arm length adjustment module 5000 may further include: a guide rod 5410 disposed on one side of the arm connecting part 3110 of the arm moving frame 3100, for guiding the moving direction of the arm massage part housing 3300; and a second moving member 5420.

[0232] The guide rod 5410 can be a unit that guides the movement direction of the arm massage part housing 3300.

[0233] The guide rod 5410 can be extended to have a length in a direction parallel to the guide screw 5310. Therefore, the direction of movement of the arm massage housing 3300 and the direction of extension of the guide rod 5410 can be parallel.

[0234] The second moving member 5420 may be a unit that moves along the direction of extension of the guide rod 5410. The second moving member 5420 may include a through hole through which the guide rod 5410 passes. That is, the guide rod 5410 is configured to pass through the second moving member 5420, and the second moving member 5420 can move along the direction of extension of the guide rod 5410.

[0235] The arm length adjustment module 5000 may further include at least one second connecting bracket 5120 for connecting the second moving member 5420 and the arm massage part housing 3300. The second connecting bracket 5120 may be a unit for connecting the second moving member 5420 and the arm massage part housing 3300.

[0236] Therefore, when the first moving member 5320 and the arm massage unit housing 3300 connected to the first moving member 5320 move via the arm length adjustment motor 5200, the second moving member 5420 connected to the arm massage unit housing 3300 can move simultaneously with the arm massage unit housing 3300. At this time, the second moving member 5420 can guide the movement direction of the arm massage unit housing 3300 by moving along the guide rod 5410.

[0237] The number of the second connecting bracket 5120 can be configured to correspond to the number of the second moving components 5420.

[0238] Figure 19 This is to illustrate that the arm position recognition sensor 5500 is set up... Figure 17 A diagram of an embodiment of the arm length adjustment module 5000.

[0239] Reference Figure 19 The arm length adjustment module 5000 may include an arm position recognition sensor 5500 for recognizing the position of the arm massage part 3000.

[0240] At least one or more arm position recognition sensors 5500 can be disposed on one side of the arm connecting portion 3110 of the arm moving frame 3100. For example, multiple arm position recognition sensors 5500 can be disposed along the length direction of the arm connecting portion 3110.

[0241] As one embodiment, the arm position recognition sensor 5500 may be a light sensor. For example, the arm position recognition sensor 5500 may include a slot, and the first connecting bracket 5110 may also include a protrusion 5111 that passes through the slot of the arm position recognition sensor 5500.

[0242] Specifically, when the first moving member 5320 moves via the arm length adjustment motor 5200, the first connecting bracket 5110 can move together with the first moving member 5320. Consequently, the protrusion formed on the first moving member 5320 can move along the moving direction of the first moving member 5320. At this time, the protrusion can be identified by the arm position recognition sensor 5500, which can detect whether the protrusion has passed.

[0243] When the arm position recognition sensor 5500 detects the passage of a protrusion, it sends a corresponding recognition signal to the control unit 1200. Thus, the control unit 1200 can determine the position of the arm massage unit housing 3300 based on the information detected by the arm position recognition sensor 5500. For example, when the arm position recognition sensor 5500 detects whether a protrusion has passed, the control unit 1200 can determine the position of the arm massage unit housing 3300 based on this information.

[0244] Therefore, when the massage device 100 is not driven, the arm massage unit 3000 can be set in a fixed position. In addition, when the arm length adjustment module 5000 adjusts the length of the arm massage unit 3000, it can control how much the arm massage unit 3000 extends or retracts.

[0245] Figure 20 This is a diagram used to illustrate the position of the first rotary actuator 4110.

[0246] Reference Figure 20 The first rotation actuator 4110 of the first rotation module 4100 is disposed on the upper part of the support plate 4300 and is configured to be able to extend and retract vertically.

[0247] At this time, in order to perform vertical extension and retraction, the first rotary actuator 4110 can be set in the vertical direction with the support plate 4300 as a reference. Therefore, the load of the first rotary actuator 4110 can be relatively concentrated and applied to a narrow area of ​​the support plate 4300. As mentioned above, when the load is only biased on a specific part of the support plate 4300, the support plate 4300 will bend or tilt, thus causing a decrease in the durability of the rotary module 4000.

[0248] To address this issue, the first rotary actuator 4110 can be positioned on a virtual extension line extending along the rotation axis AR2 of the support plate 4300. For example, the first rotary actuator 4110 can be positioned adjacent to the second connecting portion 4230, which is one of the connection portions between the support plate 4300 and the second rotary module 4200. Therefore, as described above, since the second connecting portion 4230 is connected to the arm fixing frame 1130, it can better withstand the load applied by the first rotary module, and the first rotary actuator 4110 can be stably supported by the support plate 4300.

[0249] Figure 21 This is a diagram used to illustrate the length variation of the arm massage section 3000 according to the angle of the arm.

[0250] Reference Figure 21 Due to human anatomy, when a person is comfortably seated, the buttocks bend more naturally from the elbow. However, when raising the buttocks upward or rotating them outward, the buttocks extend more naturally from the elbow. This is especially true for stretching the user's buttocks.

[0251] Therefore, when the user does not rotate their arm, the distance L1 from the shoulder to the wrist is preferably shorter than the distance L2 when the user raises their arm or rotates it outward. That is, when the user raises their arm or rotates it outward, in order to compensate for the increased distance, it is preferable to control the length of the arm massage unit 3000 to increase.

[0252] Therefore, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include a control unit 1200 for controlling the operation of the massage device 100. The control unit 1200 may control the arm length adjustment module 5000 to adjust the length of the arm massage part 3000 based on the degree of rotation of the arm massage part 3000.

[0253] In other words, when the arm massage unit 3000 is rotated up and down or left and right, the control unit 1200 can control the arm length adjustment module 5000, allowing the user's arm to extend naturally. Specifically, the control unit 1200 can detect the degree of rotation of the arm massage unit 3000 and control the arm length adjustment module 5000 to increase the length of the arm massage unit 3000 by a corresponding amount.

[0254] Therefore, users can rotate their arms stably and safely receive stretching or exercise functions from the massage device 100.

[0255] Although embodiments of the invention have been described in more detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, the invention is not necessarily limited to these embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention. Therefore, the embodiments disclosed herein are not intended to limit the spirit of the invention, but are for illustrative purposes, and the scope of the spirit of the invention is not limited by these embodiments. Thus, it should be understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of protection of the invention should be interpreted by the scope of the claims, and all technical ideas within the same scope should be interpreted as being included within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A massage device, in, include: The main frame, which forms the skeleton of the massage device, and An arm massage section is provided on the side of the main frame, including a receiving space for accommodating the user's arm; A rotating module provides driving force for rotating the arm massage unit; and The rotating part rotates according to the driving force and transmits the driving force from the rotating module to the arm massage part, thereby rotating the arm massage part.

2. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, The rotating part is disposed between the arm massage part and the rotating module. The rotating part is rotatably connected to the rotating module with the first rotating axis as the center. The rotating part rotates with the second rotating axis as the center according to the driving force transmitted by the rotating module, thereby causing the arm massage part to rotate with the second rotating axis as the center.

3. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, As the rotating part rotates around the second rotating axis according to the driving force of the rotating module, the relative position of the first rotating axis and the second rotating axis changes.

4. The massage device according to claim 3, wherein, As the rotating part rotates around the second rotating axis, the first rotating axis moves relative to the second rotating axis in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.

5. The massage device according to claim 3, wherein, The arm massage section rotates in the following manner: As the first rotating axis moves clockwise relative to the second rotating axis, the front end of the arm massage portion rises. As the first rotating axis moves counterclockwise relative to the second rotating axis, the front end of the arm massage portion descends.

6. The massage device according to claim 3, wherein, The first rotation axis moves along a curved trajectory.

7. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, It also includes a frame section, which is disposed on the side of the main frame and is provided with the rotating module.

8. The massage device according to claim 7, wherein, The rotating part is disposed between the frame part and the rotating module, and rotates relative to the frame part with the second rotating axis as a reference.

9. The massage device according to claim 8, wherein, The second rotation axis is the rotation center of the rotating part corresponding to the connection part between the rotating part and the frame part.

10. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, The rotating module includes a retractable actuator. The rotating part receives the driving force generated by the extension and retraction of the actuator and rotates about the second rotating axis.

11. The massage device according to claim 10, wherein, It also includes a frame section, disposed on the side of the main frame, and equipped with the rotating module. One end of the actuator is connected to the frame portion.

12. The massage device according to claim 11, wherein, The rotating part is rotatably connected to the other end of the actuator via the first rotating shaft. By extending and retracting the actuator, it rotates around the second rotating shaft, thereby changing the relative position of the first and second rotating shafts.

13. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, At least a portion of the rotating module is disposed on the lower side of the second rotating shaft. The rotating module is connected to the rotating part via the first rotating shaft, and provides the driving force to the rotating part, thereby rotating the rotating part.

14. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, The driving force includes at least one of the following: a first driving force that rotates the arm massage part in a first direction with the second rotation axis as the center, and a second driving force that rotates the arm massage part in a second direction different from the first direction with the second rotation axis as the center.

15. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, It also includes a stop block located on the rotation path of the rotating part to restrict the rotation of the rotating part.

16. The massage device according to claim 15, wherein, It also includes a frame section disposed on the side of the main frame, and is provided with at least one of the arm massage section and the rotating module. The stop block is disposed on the frame portion.

17. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, The second rotation axis is located behind the receiving space.

18. The massage device according to claim 2, wherein, The arm massage unit rotates around a second rotation axis located behind the user's elbow in the receiving space, thereby stretching the user's arm.

19. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, It also includes a sensor that outputs a signal to stop the rotation of the arm massager when it detects at least a part of the user's body during the rotation of the arm massager.

20. The massage device according to claim 1, wherein, The arm massage unit includes an arm massage unit housing having the receiving space formed therein. The arm massage part housing is configured to be movable along the length direction of the arm massage part.

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