Beauty instrument

By adopting a fixed bracket and skeleton structure on the beauty instrument, using screw holes and bolt connections, combined with the slot and projection design, the rocking and aesthetics of the display module are solved, and stable installation and aesthetic improvement are achieved.

CN223287493UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-02SILK (GUANGZHOU) MEDICAL TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422398823.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-29
Publication Date
2025-09-02
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-29

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Technical Problem

The display module of existing beauty instruments is easy to shake and affects the aesthetics, resulting in inconvenient operation.

Method used

The display module is fixed by means of screw holes and bolts, and the design of the card slot and projection ensures the display is securely installed and improves the convenience of operation through tilting settings.

Benefits of technology

It realizes the stable installation of the display module, avoids shaking, and improves the overall aesthetics and operation convenience of the beauty instrument.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a beauty instrument which comprises a shell assembly, a host and a display module, the shell assembly comprises an outer shell and a framework, the outer shell is assembled on the framework, and the framework provides a high-strength supporting effect for the outer shell; the display module comprises a fixing support and a displayer, the displayer is installed on the fixing support, the fixing support and the framework are correspondingly provided with a plurality of first screw holes respectively, and the fixing support and the framework are fixedly connected through matching of the first screw holes and bolts, so that the displayer and the fixing support can be independently installed on the framework as a whole. The installation mode is simple and reliable, and the displayer is not prone to shaking; besides, the fixing support is partially installed on the side wall surface or the bottom wall surface of the display, the contact area between the display screen and the fixing support is increased, the connection stability between the fixing support and the display is improved, meanwhile, the fixing support can serve as frame decoration of the display, and the overall beauty of the beauty instrument is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of beauty equipment, in particular to a beauty instrument. Background Art

[0002] In some beauty institutions or hospitals, beauty devices can integrate the functions of cleansing device, cold and warm device, oxygen injection device, introduction device, eye management device and so on. They act on the facial skin through specific probes, and deliver effective ingredients directly to the deep layer of the skin, comprehensively and effectively improving facial problems.

[0003] During use, the operator needs to set parameters and select operating modes on the display module of the beauty instrument. Currently, the display module of most beauty instruments is either embedded in the housing or fixed to the housing via a column. The column-mounted method can easily cause the display module to shake, making it difficult to operate. In addition, the above method can reduce the overall aesthetics of the beauty instrument. Utility Model Content

[0004] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a beauty instrument to solve the above problems.

[0005] The utility model provides a beauty instrument, which includes a housing assembly, a host and a display module. The host and the display module are respectively arranged on the housing assembly.

[0006] The display module includes a fixing bracket and a display, wherein the fixing bracket is partially mounted on the periphery of the display;

[0007] The housing assembly includes a shell and a frame, the shell is assembled on the frame, the fixing bracket and the frame are respectively provided with a plurality of first screw holes, and the corresponding first screw holes are threadedly connected by bolts;

[0008] The display is located above the top of the housing and is tilted relative to the horizontal direction.

[0009] The beauty instrument disclosed by the present utility model includes a shell assembly, a main body and a display module. The shell assembly includes an outer shell and a frame. The outer shell is assembled on the frame, and the frame provides high-strength support for the outer shell; the display module includes a fixing bracket and a display, and the display is mounted on the fixing bracket. The fixing bracket and the frame are respectively provided with a plurality of first screw holes. The fixing bracket and the frame are fixedly connected by the cooperation of the first screw holes and bolts, so that the display and the fixing bracket can be independently mounted on the frame as a whole. The mounting method is simple and reliable, and the display is not prone to shaking; in addition, by partially mounting the fixing bracket on the side wall surface or bottom wall surface of the display, not only the contact area between the display screen and the fixing bracket is increased, and the connection stability between the fixing bracket and the display is improved, but also the fixing bracket can be used as a frame decoration for the display, thereby providing an overall aesthetic appearance for the beauty instrument.

[0010] In one embodiment, a slot is provided on the inner side of the fixing bracket, and a protrusion matching the shape of the slot is formed on the side wall or bottom wall of the display, and the protrusion is inserted into the slot to achieve positioning of the display and the fixing bracket.

[0011] The beauty instrument in the above embodiment further defines that a card slot and a protrusion are respectively provided on the fixed bracket and the display. When the protrusion is inserted into the card slot, the display is snapped onto the fixed bracket. In addition, by arranging the card slot on the inner side of the fixed bracket, the display can be embedded in the inner periphery of the fixed bracket, which not only hides the connection between the display and the fixed bracket, but also allows the fixed bracket to serve as a frame to decorate the entire beauty instrument, thereby improving its aesthetics.

[0012] In one embodiment, the slot and the protrusion are respectively provided with a plurality of second screw holes, and the corresponding second screw holes are threadedly connected by bolts.

[0013] The beauty instrument in the above embodiment further defines that a second screw hole is respectively provided on the card slot and the protrusion. When the protrusion is inserted into the card slot, the second screw hole on the protrusion completes the positioning with the second screw hole on the card slot, and the bolts are threadedly connected to the second screw holes on the card slot and the protrusion respectively, thereby realizing the fixed installation of the display on the fixed bracket.

[0014] In one embodiment, a limiting groove is provided on the fixing bracket, a limiting column matching the limiting groove is provided on the frame, the first screw holes are correspondingly distributed on the limiting groove and the limiting column, and the limiting column is inserted into the limiting groove.

[0015] The beauty instrument in the above embodiment further defines that limiting grooves and limiting columns are respectively provided on the fixed bracket and the frame, and after the limiting column is inserted into the limiting groove, the fixed bracket and the frame are kept relatively fixed; in addition, after the limiting column is inserted into the limiting groove, the first screw hole on the fixed bracket and the first screw hole on the limiting column complete the positioning, and the bolts are threadedly connected to the second screw holes on the fixed bracket and the limiting column respectively, so as to realize the fixed installation of the fixed bracket on the frame.

[0016] In one embodiment, the fixing bracket includes a curved section and a straight section connected to each other, there are two curved sections, the two curved sections are respectively connected to the two ends of the straight section, the first screw holes are distributed on the curved sections, the straight sections are inclined relative to the horizontal direction, and the straight sections are installed on the periphery of the display.

[0017] The beauty instrument in the above embodiment further defines that the fixed bracket is composed of two curved sections respectively connected to a straight section, a first screw hole is provided on the curved section, and the frame and the curved section of the fixed bracket are connected by the cooperation of bolts and the first screw hole. At the same time, the straight section is inclined relative to the horizontal direction, and the display is installed on the straight section of the fixed bracket, so that the display is inclined relative to the horizontal direction, thereby facilitating the operator to observe and operate the display.

[0018] In one embodiment, the display includes a casing, and a display screen and a circuit board mounted on the casing. The circuit board is electrically connected to the display screen. The casing and the outer shell are respectively provided with corresponding wire holes so that the host in the outer shell can be electrically connected to the circuit board after a wire passes through the wire hole.

[0019] In one embodiment, the outer shell includes a base, a top cover, a front shell and a rear shell, and the base, the top cover, the front shell and the rear shell are respectively connected to the skeleton. There are two groups of skeletons, and the two groups of skeletons are symmetrically distributed. The length direction of the skeleton is set along the direction from the base to the top cover.

[0020] The beauty instrument in the above embodiment further limits the number of frames to two groups, and the base and the front shell are connected at both ends of the frame along the length direction, and the front shell and the rear shell are connected to the peripheral side of the frame. The frame, base, top cover, front shell and rear shell together enclose a space for installing the main unit. By setting the frame, the base, top cover, front shell and rear shell can be assembled separately as independent parts, reducing the risk of collision, extrusion and rupture of the shell assembly as a whole during transportation of the beauty instrument and reducing the space occupied during transportation. At the same time, the frame can provide high-strength support for the outer shell.

[0021] In one embodiment, the skeleton includes a main bone support and a decorative frame connected to the main bone support. The first screw hole is provided on the main bone support or the decorative frame. The decorative frame is partially exposed in the space formed by the outer shell and is smoothly connected to the fixed support.

[0022] The beauty instrument in the above embodiment further defines that the skeleton is composed of at least a main bone support and a decorative frame, the decorative frame is partially exposed in the space formed by the outer shell, and the decorative frame is smoothly connected to the fixed support, so that the decorative frame and the fixed support are integrated into a design, both serving as the waistline design of the beauty instrument, thereby improving the overall beauty of the beauty instrument. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of assembling a display module and a housing in one embodiment;

[0024] Figure 2 A side view of a beauty instrument in one embodiment;

[0025] Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of a beauty instrument in one embodiment;

[0026] Figure 4 FIG. 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a display module in an embodiment.

[0027] Reference numerals:

[0028] 10 housing assembly, 11 outer shell, 111 base, 112 top cover, 113 front shell, 114 rear shell, 12 skeleton, 121 main bone bracket, 122 decorative frame, 1221 limiting column;

[0029] 20 hosts;

[0030] 30 display module, 31 fixing bracket, 311 curved section, 312 straight section, 301 card slot, 302 limit slot; 32 display, 321 housing, 3211 protrusion, 322 display screen, 323 circuit board;

[0031] 401 first screw hole, 402 second screw hole, 403 threading hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] In order to help those skilled in the art better understand the present invention, the following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0033] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," and the like in the specification and claims of the present invention and the accompanying drawings are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or precedence. It should be understood that the terms used in this manner are interchangeable where appropriate for the purposes of describing the embodiments of the present invention.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this embodiment provides a beauty instrument, which includes a housing assembly 10, a host 20 and a display module 30. The host 20 and the display module 30 are respectively arranged on the housing assembly 10.

[0035] The display module 30 includes a fixing bracket 31 and a display 32 , wherein the fixing bracket 31 is partially mounted on the periphery of the display 32 ;

[0036] The housing assembly 10 includes a shell 11 and a frame 12. The shell 11 is assembled on the frame 12. The fixing bracket 31 and the frame 12 are respectively provided with a plurality of first screw holes 401, and the corresponding first screw holes 401 are threadedly connected by bolts.

[0037] The display 32 is located above the top of the housing 11 and is tilted relative to the horizontal direction.

[0038] The composition of the main unit 20 can be determined based on the desired cosmetic effect. For example, the beauty device of the present invention can transmit high-frequency ultrasound waves to the treated area of ​​skin via a beauty handle, while also injecting oxygen into the treated area. In this case, the main unit 20 comprises at least an oxygen generator, an ultrasonic generator, and a power module, which are housed in the space formed within the housing assembly 10. Alternatively, in other embodiments, the beauty device can utilize the handle to perform cryolipolysis and high-energy focused electromagnetic wave fat reduction and muscle growth on the treated area. In this case, the main unit 20 comprises at least an electromagnetic wave assembly for generating electromagnetic waves in conjunction with the handle, a cryolipolysis assembly for controlling the handle to cool the area, a cooling assembly for dissipating heat from the handle, and a control assembly.

[0039] The housing assembly 10 is used to mount the host 20 and display module 30. The housing assembly 10 includes a shell 11 and a frame 12. The frame 12 provides high-strength support for the shell 11. The frame 12 can be a high-strength housing structure. For example, the primary supporting portion of the frame 12 can be made of a high-strength material such as aluminum alloy or stainless steel, thereby enhancing the connection strength and compressive strength of the entire shell 11.

[0040] The display module 32 can be used to display the current working parameters of the beauty instrument, such as one or more of the timing signal, working mode, setting parameters, user information, and beauty liquid storage volume. The display module 32 can also input instructions through buttons, touch screen or voice to adjust the working status of the beauty instrument.

[0041] The beauty instrument in the above embodiment includes a shell assembly 10, a host 20 and a display module 30. The shell assembly 10 includes a shell 11 and a frame 12. The shell 11 is assembled on the frame 12, and the frame 12 provides high-strength support for the shell 11; the display module 30 includes a fixing bracket 31 and a display 32. The display 32 is mounted on the fixing bracket 31. The fixing bracket 31 and the frame 12 are respectively provided with a plurality of first screw holes 401. The fixing bracket 31 and the frame 12 are fixedly connected by the cooperation of the first screw holes 401 and the bolts, so that the display 32 and the fixing bracket 31 can be independently mounted on the frame 12 as a whole. The mounting method is simple and reliable, and the display 32 is not prone to shaking; in addition, by partially mounting the fixing bracket 31 on the side wall surface or bottom wall surface of the display 32, not only the contact area between the display screen 322 and the fixing bracket 31 is increased, and the connection stability between the fixing bracket 31 and the display 32 is improved, but also the fixing bracket 31 can serve as a frame decoration for the display 32, thereby improving the overall beauty of the beauty instrument.

[0042] like Figure 1 、 Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in addition to the features of the above-mentioned embodiment, this embodiment is further defined as follows: a card slot 301 is opened on the inner side of the fixing bracket 31, and a protrusion 3211 matching the shape of the card slot 301 is formed on the side wall or bottom wall of the display 32, and the protrusion 3211 is inserted into the card slot 301 to realize the positioning of the display 32 and the fixing bracket 31.

[0043] The above embodiment further defines that a card slot 301 and a protrusion 3211 are respectively provided on the fixed bracket 31 and the display 32. When the protrusion 3211 is inserted into the card slot 301, the display 32 is engaged with the fixed bracket 31. In addition, by arranging the card slot 301 on the inner side of the fixed bracket 31, the display 32 can be embedded in the inner periphery of the fixed bracket 31, which not only hides the connection between the display 32 and the fixed bracket 31, but also the fixed bracket 31 can serve as a frame to play a decorative role on the entire beauty instrument, thereby improving the aesthetics.

[0044] like Figure 4 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiment, this embodiment further defines that: the slot 301 and the protrusion 3211 are respectively provided with a plurality of second screw holes 402 , and the corresponding second screw holes 402 are threadedly connected by bolts.

[0045] The above embodiment further defines that a second screw hole 402 is respectively provided on the card slot 301 and the protrusion 3211. When the protrusion 3211 is inserted into the card slot 301, the second screw hole 402 on the protrusion 3211 is positioned with the second screw hole 402 on the card slot 301, and is threadedly connected to the second screw hole 402 on the card slot 301 and the protrusion 3211 through bolts, thereby realizing fixed installation of the display 32 on the fixed bracket 31.

[0046] Among them, the number of the second screw holes 402 can be multiple, and the multiple second screw holes 402 can be distributed on the card slot 301 at intervals along the length direction of the fixing bracket 31. Correspondingly, the protrusion 3211 has second screw holes 402 distributed at intervals opposite to the position of the card slot 301.

[0047] like Figure 4 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further defines: a limiting groove 302 is provided on the fixed bracket 31, a limiting column 1221 matching the limiting groove 302 is provided on the skeleton 12, the first screw hole 401 is correspondingly distributed on the limiting groove 302 and the limiting column 1221, and the limiting column 1221 is inserted in the limiting groove 302.

[0048] The above embodiment further defines that a limiting groove 302 and a limiting column 1221 are respectively provided on the fixed bracket 31 and the skeleton 12, and after the limiting column 1221 is inserted into the limiting groove 302, the fixed bracket 31 and the skeleton 12 are kept relatively fixed; in addition, after the limiting column 1221 is inserted into the limiting groove 302, the first screw hole 401 on the fixed bracket 31 and the first screw hole 401 on the limiting column 1221 complete the positioning, and are threadedly connected to the second screw hole 402 on the fixed bracket 31 and the limiting column 1221 through bolts, so as to realize the fixed installation of the fixed bracket 31 on the skeleton 12.

[0049] like Figures 2 to 4 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further defines: the fixing bracket 31 includes a curved section 311 and a straight section 312 connected to each other, the number of the curved sections 311 is two, the two curved sections 311 are respectively connected to the two ends of the straight section 312, the first screw hole 401 is distributed on the curved section 311, the straight section 312 is inclined relative to the horizontal direction, and the straight section 312 is installed on the periphery of the display 32.

[0050] The above embodiment further defines that the fixed bracket 31 is composed of two curved sections 311 respectively connected to the straight section 312, and a first screw hole 401 is provided on the curved section 311. The skeleton 12 and the curved section 311 of the fixed bracket 31 are connected by the cooperation of the bolt and the first screw hole 401. At the same time, the straight section 312 is inclined relative to the horizontal direction, and the display 32 is installed on the straight section 312 of the fixed bracket 31, so that the display 32 is inclined relative to the horizontal direction, thereby facilitating the operator to observe and operate the display 32.

[0051] The fixing bracket 31 may be a U-shaped shell structure, with two ends of the fixing bracket 31 being curved sections 311 and a middle portion of the fixing bracket 31 being a straight section 312 .

[0052] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further defines that: the display 32 includes a housing 321, and a display screen 322 and a circuit board 323 installed on the housing 321, the circuit board 323 is electrically connected to the display screen 322, and the housing 321 and the shell 11 are respectively provided with wire holes 403, so that the host 20 in the shell 11 is electrically connected to the circuit board 323 after the wire passes through the wire hole 403.

[0053] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further defines that: the outer shell 11 includes a base 111, a top cover 112, a front shell 113 and a rear shell 114, the base 111, the top cover 112, the front shell 113 and the rear shell 114 are respectively connected to the skeleton 12, the number of the skeleton 12 is two groups, the two groups of skeletons 12 are symmetrically distributed, and the length direction of the skeleton 12 is set along the direction from the base 111 to the top cover 112.

[0054] In the above embodiment, the number of skeletons 12 is further limited to two groups, and the two ends of the skeleton 12 along the length direction are connected to the base 111 and the front shell 113 respectively, and the front shell 113 and the rear shell 114 are connected to the peripheral side of the skeleton 12. The skeleton 12, the base 111, the top cover 112, the front shell 113 and the rear shell 114 are jointly enclosed to form a space for the installation of the main unit 20. By setting the skeleton 12, the base 111, the top cover 112, the front shell 113 and the rear shell 114 can be assembled separately as independent parts, reducing the risk of collision, extrusion and rupture of the shell assembly 10 as a whole during transportation of the beauty instrument and reducing the space occupied during transportation. At the same time, the skeleton 12 can provide high-strength support for the outer shell 11.

[0055] like Figure 3As shown, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further defines that: the skeleton 12 includes a main bone bracket 121, and a decorative frame 122 connected to the main bone bracket 121, a first screw hole 401 is provided on the main bone bracket 121 or the decorative frame 122, and the decorative frame 122 is partially exposed in the space enclosed by the outer shell 11, and is smoothly connected to the fixed bracket 31.

[0056] The above embodiment further defines that the skeleton 12 is composed of at least a main bone support 121 and a decorative frame 122, and the decorative frame 122 is partially exposed in the space enclosed by the outer shell 11, and the decorative frame 122 is smoothly connected to the fixed support 31, so that the decorative frame 122 and the fixed support 31 are integrated into a design, both serving as the waistline design of the beauty instrument, thereby improving the overall beauty of the beauty instrument.

[0057] The main frame 121 can be a long, rectangular shell structure, and is made of a high-strength material such as aluminum alloy or stainless steel. This design of the main frame 121 provides high-strength support for the beauty device's housing 11. Furthermore, the main frame 121 is provided with multiple holes through which it can be secured to the top cover 112, base 111, and decorative frame 122 using screws. This provides a simple, reliable, and removable structure.

[0058] A limiting column 1221 may be provided on the decorative frame 122 or the main bone support 121. For example, the limiting column 1221 is formed on the end of the decorative frame 122 away from the top cover 112. When the limiting column 1221 on the decorative frame 122 is inserted into the slot 301 of the fixing bracket 31, the first screw hole 401 on the main bone support 121 is arranged relative to the first screw hole 401 on the limiting column 1221.

[0059] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0060] The above embodiments merely illustrate several implementations of the present invention. While the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. It should be noted that a person skilled in the art would be able to make numerous variations and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, all of which fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A beauty instrument, comprising a housing assembly (10), a host (20) and a display module (30), wherein the host (20) and the display module (30) are respectively arranged on the housing assembly (10), characterized in that: The display module (30) comprises a fixing bracket (31) and a display (32), wherein the fixing bracket (31) is partially mounted on the periphery of the display (32); The housing assembly (10) comprises a shell (11) and a frame (12), the shell (11) being assembled on the frame (12), the fixing bracket (31) and the frame (12) respectively correspondingly having a plurality of first screw holes (401), and the corresponding first screw holes (401) being threadedly connected by bolts; The display (32) is located above the top of the housing (11), and the display (32) is tilted relative to the horizontal direction.

2. The beauty instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: A card slot (301) is provided on the inner side of the fixing bracket (31), and a protrusion (3211) matching the shape of the card slot (301) is formed on the side wall or bottom wall of the display (32), and the protrusion (3211) is inserted into the card slot (301) to achieve positioning of the display (32) and the fixing bracket (31).

3. The beauty instrument according to claim 2, characterized in that: The clamping slot (301) and the protruding portion (3211) are respectively provided with a plurality of second screw holes (402), and the corresponding second screw holes (402) are threadedly connected by bolts.

4. The beauty instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limiting groove (302) is provided on the fixing bracket (31), a limiting column (1221) matching the limiting groove (302) is provided on the frame (12), the first screw hole (401) is correspondingly distributed on the limiting groove (302) and the limiting column (1221), and the limiting column (1221) is inserted into the limiting groove (302).

5. The beauty instrument according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The fixing bracket (31) comprises a curved section (311) and a straight section (312) connected to each other. There are two curved sections (311), and the two curved sections (311) are respectively connected to two ends of the straight section (312). The first screw holes (401) are distributed on the curved sections (311). The straight section (312) is arranged at an angle relative to the horizontal direction. The straight section (312) is installed on the periphery of the display (32).

6. The beauty instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: The display (32) includes a housing (321), a display screen (322) and a circuit board (323) mounted on the housing (321), wherein the circuit board (323) is electrically connected to the display screen (322), and the housing (321) and the outer shell (11) are respectively provided with threading holes (403) so that the host (20) in the outer shell (11) can be electrically connected to the circuit board (323) after a wire passes through the threading holes (403).

7. The beauty instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing (11) comprises a base (111), a top cover (112), a front shell (113) and a rear shell (114); the base (111), the top cover (112), the front shell (113) and the rear shell (114) are respectively connected to the skeleton (12); the number of the skeletons (12) is two groups, the two groups of skeletons (12) are symmetrically distributed, and the length direction of the skeletons (12) is arranged along the direction from the base (111) to the top cover (112).

8. The beauty instrument according to claim 7, characterized in that: The skeleton (12) includes a main bone support (121) and a decorative frame (122) connected to the main bone support (121). The first screw hole (401) is provided on the main bone support (121) or the decorative frame (122). The decorative frame (122) is partially exposed in the space enclosed by the shell (11) and is smoothly connected to the fixed support (31).