Structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue

By setting a temperature regulation structure around the eyes and using a winding carrier composed of a semiconductor temperature-regulating element and a fan, the problems of high cost, difficulty in control, high health risks and slow response in existing motion sickness relief methods are solved, achieving immediate and personalized motion sickness relief.

CN224112863UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14THE UNIV OF NOTTINGHAM NINGBO CHINA +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
THE UNIV OF NOTTINGHAM NINGBO CHINA
Filing Date
2025-01-03
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing methods for detecting and intervening in motion sickness suffer from high costs, difficulty in control and regulation, harmful effects on health, slow response, and inconsistent intervention outcomes, making it difficult to achieve timely and effective relief.

Method used

It employs a temperature-regulating structure around the eyes, utilizing a carrier composed of a semiconductor temperature-regulating element and a fan. By stimulating the area around the eyes through temperature changes, combined with an air duct and a heat-conducting layer, it achieves temperature regulation and provides an immediate soothing effect.

Benefits of technology

It provides immediate, non-invasive, and personalized relief from motion sickness with minimal side effects, ease of use, good adaptability, and timely response, thus enhancing the user experience.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue, and belongs to the technical field of life health. According to the utility model, the winding carrier is worn around the eyes, the plurality of semiconductor temperature changing pieces are arranged on one side, close to the eyes, of the winding carrier, meanwhile, the winding carrier is also provided with the air ducts connected to the semiconductor temperature changing pieces, and the fans are arranged in the air ducts, so that the peripheries of the eyes are stimulated through the temperature change when the semiconductor temperature changing pieces work; the generated heat is quickly discharged through the air duct, the influence of motion sickness is relieved in time, fatigue and tension are relieved, the influence of motion sickness is reduced, in addition, temperature change adjustment of the semiconductor temperature changing piece can be directly and electrically controlled, personalized adjustment can be achieved according to different individuals, adjustment is convenient and easy to achieve, and the application range is wide. In addition, stimulation to the periorbital region is a non-invasive natural method, side effects are smaller, response is timely, the intervention effect on motion sickness is better, and application and popularization are facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of life and health technology, specifically to a structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue. Background Technology

[0002] Motion sickness is a series of physiological reactions caused by the body's misperception of motion in environments such as during movement. It usually leads to discomfort symptoms such as dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and cold sweats, affecting the patient's experience of movement.

[0003] Currently, two methods are used in the market to detect motion sickness: subjective feedback and passive monitoring. Subjective feedback is usually achieved through questioning, identifying discomfort by asking patients and relying on their subjective feedback. This method typically only takes action after symptoms appear, leading to delayed intervention. Passive monitoring usually employs multiple sensors, such as the motion sickness detection system for autonomous vehicles disclosed in patent CN115768671A. This system collects physiological data including heart rate, heart rate variability parameters, blood volume pulses, oxygen levels, respiration rates, skin conductance, and other physiological data. It also collects eye fixation data including user images and vehicle motion data including accelerometer data and gyroscope data indicating vehicle oscillations. By appropriately combining these data, the severity of motion sickness experienced by the user is identified, enabling rapid and timely detection and providing conditions for timely intervention. In addition, when motion sickness is detected, the industry provides appropriate interventions to mitigate its effects. For example, visually, adjusting frame rate, viewing angle, or screen refresh rate can smooth the visuals and reduce visual discomfort, thus mitigating motion sickness. However, this is costly, difficult to control, and hard to implement. Another intervention is at the motion process level, using calibration equipment to correct the difference between the user's actual movement and the actual motion, minimizing inconsistencies and reducing the incidence of motion sickness. This also suffers from high equipment costs and difficulty in control and adjustment. Another approach involves drug or chemical interventions, such as applying or ingesting anti-motion sickness medication to relieve symptoms. While effective, these may have side effects and lead to drug dependence, impacting health. There are even interventions using psychological training or meditation to reduce discomfort and alleviate motion sickness. However, these methods have delayed responses and are affected by individual differences, impacting their effectiveness. In conclusion, although the above methods can all intervene in motion sickness, they have problems such as high cost, difficulty in control and regulation, harm to physical health, slow response, and large differences in intervention effects, making it difficult to promote their use. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems in existing technologies, this invention aims to provide a structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue by incorporating a periorbital temperature regulation structure. By arranging temperature regulation components around the eyes, the temperature around the eyes can be adjusted. Stimulating the periorbital area through temperature changes provides an immediate soothing effect, relieving fatigue and tension, and improving the user experience. Furthermore, temperature change stimulation is a non-invasive and natural method with minimal side effects, is easy to implement, and can be adjusted according to different individuals, resulting in better adaptability, timely response, ease of operation, and widespread adoption.

[0005] The specific technical solution is as follows:

[0006] A structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue includes: several semiconductor temperature-regulating elements, a winding carrier, and a fan. The winding carrier is worn around the eyes, and the several semiconductor temperature-regulating elements are installed on the side of the winding carrier close to the eyes. At the same time, an air duct is provided in the winding carrier, and the fan is placed in the air duct.

[0007] The aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue further includes a heat-conducting layer disposed on the side of the carrier near the eyes, and the heat-conducting layer covers all semiconductor temperature-changing components.

[0008] In the aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue, the semiconductor temperature-regulating element is a Peltier semiconductor module.

[0009] In the aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue, the fan is an axial flow turbo fan cooling fan.

[0010] In the aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue, when worn around the eyes with a carrier, several semiconductor temperature-regulating components correspond to acupoints around the eyes.

[0011] In the aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue, the surrounding carrier is a continuous ring structure, which is placed around the outer sides of the eyes.

[0012] The aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness includes two sets of fans mounted on a carrier, with each set corresponding to one of the two eyes.

[0013] In the aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue, a nose bridge avoidance groove is provided in the area surrounding the carrier and located near the bridge of the nose.

[0014] The aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue includes a carrier comprising a carrier base and a cover. The carrier base has an installation groove extending along its arrangement direction on one side, with the groove opening facing the user's eyes. A fan is located inside the installation groove, and several semiconductor temperature-changing components are installed at the groove opening. The cover has a U-shaped cross-section and covers the groove opening of the installation groove, as well as the semiconductor temperature-changing components, the fan, and the heat-conducting layer.

[0015] The aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue includes a carrier mounted on a VR device.

[0016] The positive effects of the above technical solution are:

[0017] The aforementioned structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue involves placing a carrier with air ducts around the eyes, and installing several semiconductor temperature-regulating elements on the carrier near the eyes. A fan is also installed within the air ducts. The temperature around the eyes is regulated through the heat dissipation of the semiconductor temperature-regulating elements and the air ducts. This temperature change stimulates the eye area, providing immediate relief from motion sickness, while also alleviating fatigue and tension, further reducing the impact of motion sickness. Furthermore, stimulating the eye area through temperature changes is a non-invasive and natural method with few side effects, is easy to implement, and allows for temperature adjustment based on individual needs, resulting in better adaptability, timely response, and ease of operation. This effective intervention for motion sickness facilitates widespread use. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of an embodiment of the present invention for relieving motion sickness and fatigue;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the structure of the present invention for relieving motion sickness and fatigue after the cover is opened, showing the structure of the carrier.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of a structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue according to the present invention, after opening the cover and the heat-conducting layer of the carrier.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the blades of a fan that provides a structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue according to the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue according to the present invention installed on a VR device.

[0023] In the attached diagram: 1. Winding carrier; 11. Carrier base; 12. Cover; 111. Air duct; 112. Nose bridge clearance groove; 1111. Mounting groove; 2. Semiconductor temperature variable element; 3. Fan; 4. Heat-conducting layer; 5. VR device. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives, and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the following embodiments are provided in conjunction with the appendix. Figure 1 To be continued Figure 5 The technical solution provided by this utility model is described in detail, but the following content is not intended to limit this utility model.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of an embodiment of the present invention for relieving motion sickness and fatigue; Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the structure of the present invention for relieving motion sickness and fatigue after the cover is opened, showing the structure of the carrier. Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the structure of this utility model for relieving motion sickness and fatigue, showing the carrier after opening the cover and the heat-conducting layer. Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue provided in this embodiment includes: a carrier 1, a fan 3, and several semiconductor temperature-regulating components 2.

[0026] Specifically, the wrapping carrier 1 is worn around the eyes, providing conditions for subsequent stimulation of the eye area. Additionally, several semiconductor temperature-regulating elements 2 are installed on the side of the wrapping carrier 1 closest to the eyes, allowing the temperature changes of the semiconductor temperature-regulating elements 2 to stimulate the eye area, thereby meeting the need to alleviate motion sickness fatigue. Simultaneously, an air duct 111 is provided in the wrapping carrier 1, and a fan 3 is placed within the air duct 111, allowing the heat generated by the semiconductor temperature-regulating elements 2 during operation to be discharged through the air duct 111, achieving heat dissipation. At the same time, the fan 3 accelerates the airflow within the air duct 111, thereby improving heat dissipation efficiency. Furthermore, the semiconductor temperature-regulating elements 2 have a simple structure, are easy to adjust in temperature, and the temperature changes directly affect the eye area with a rapid response, ensuring the effectiveness of motion sickness intervention. It is worth noting that the method of stimulating the eye area through temperature changes to alleviate motion sickness is existing technology. For example, the multifunctional heatstroke prevention and cooling eye disclosed in patent CN202410431580.3 mentions preventing motion sickness by lowering the temperature around the eyes. Therefore, its specific mechanism of action will not be elaborated here.

[0027] Specifically, a heat-conducting layer 4 is provided on the side of the carrier 1 closest to the eye. This heat-conducting layer 4 covers all the semiconductor temperature-changing components 2, thus protecting the outer surface of the components and extending their lifespan. Simultaneously, it allows the temperature-changing effect of the semiconductor temperature-changing components 2 to be transferred through the heat-conducting layer 4, providing conditions for subsequent stimulation of the eye area. It is worth noting that the heat-conducting layer 4 can be made of thermally conductive silicone. Furthermore, its performance can be improved by adding commercially available insulating and thermally conductive fillers such as alumina or boron nitride to the silicone. Since this involves the direct use of existing materials, the specific materials will not be described further here.

[0028] More specifically, the semiconductor temperature control element 2 is a Peltier semiconductor module, which can absorb and dissipate heat simultaneously when powered on. It is easy to control, has a simple structure, and can be manufactured as a patch, occupying little space. This makes it better suited for distribution around the eyes on the face, resulting in a more rational structural design. It is worth noting that the Peltier semiconductor module is a commercially available product and can be purchased and installed directly; therefore, its specific structure will not be described in detail here.

[0029] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the blades of a fan according to the present invention, which provides a structure for alleviating motion sickness and fatigue. Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, fan 3 is an axial turbine fan, which can adapt to narrow installation spaces and accelerate airflow within a limited space to improve heat dissipation.

[0030] More specifically, when the carrier 1 is worn around the eyes, several semiconductor temperature-changing elements 2 correspond to acupoints around the eyes, so that the temperature-changing effect of the semiconductor temperature-changing elements 2 can act on specific acupoints around the eyes. At this time, the temperature stimulation can quickly act on the eyes and provide an immediate soothing effect.

[0031] More specifically, the carrier 1 is a continuous ring structure that surrounds the outer sides of both eyes, achieving full coverage of the periocular area of ​​both eyes. This results in a wider temperature stimulation coverage area and ensures uniform temperature stimulation, leading to a better soothing effect.

[0032] More specifically, two sets of fans 3 are also installed on the surrounding carrier 1. These fans 3 correspond to the two eyes respectively, meaning each eye has a set of fans 3 in its corresponding air duct 111. This ensures consistent heat dissipation in the air ducts 111 for both eyes, resulting in identical periorbital temperature stimulation for both eyes. This avoids discomfort caused by differential stimulation, making the structural design more rational. Preferably, the air ducts 111 on the surrounding carrier 1 corresponding to the two eyes are connected end-to-end to form a continuous annular air duct 111. The two sets of fans 3 can accelerate the air at different positions, ensuring smooth airflow within the narrow air duct 111, thereby ensuring effective heat dissipation. Furthermore, the surrounding carrier 1 also has air inlets and outlets connecting the air ducts 111, maintaining normal airflow and further enhancing the structural design. It is worth noting that each fan 3 includes a drive motor and blades installed in the air duct 111. The blades are mounted on the drive motor, and the drive motor drives the blades to rotate, thereby accelerating the airflow in the air duct 111, achieving active heat dissipation, and improving heat dissipation efficiency.

[0033] More specifically, a nose bridge avoidance groove 112 is provided on the wrapping carrier 1 in the area near the bridge of the nose when worn. That is, while maintaining continuity, the wrapping carrier 1 can also provide a dedicated space for the bridge of the nose, avoiding the problem that the bridge of the nose is pressing against the wrapping carrier 1 and making it difficult to stick to the eye area, ensuring that it can contact specific acupoints around the eyes and ensuring the temperature stimulation effect.

[0034] More specifically, the carrier 1 also includes a carrier base 11 and a cover 12. A mounting groove 1111 extending along its arrangement direction is provided on one side of the carrier base 11. After the cover 12 is placed on top, the mounting groove 1111 forms an air duct 111. Simultaneously, the opening of the mounting groove 1111 is positioned facing the user's eyes, and a fan 3 is placed inside the mounting groove 1111. Furthermore, several semiconductor temperature-changing elements 2 are installed at the opening of the mounting groove 1111, ensuring that each semiconductor temperature-changing element 2 is connected to the mounting groove 1111. This provides the conditions for subsequent airflow within the mounting groove 1111 driven by the fan 3 to remove the heat generated by the semiconductor temperature-changing elements 2 during operation. Furthermore, the cover 12 is arranged in a "U" shape. During installation, the cover 12 covers the opening of the mounting groove 1111 and covers the semiconductor temperature-changing component 2, the fan 3, and the heat-conducting layer 4. A complete air duct 111 is formed through the cover 12 and the mounting groove 1111 on the carrier base 11, ensuring heat dissipation. In addition, the cover 12 also provides external protection, protecting the semiconductor temperature-changing component 2, the fan 3, and the heat-conducting layer 4, extending the service life of the equipment. Preferably, the cover 12 is made of a skin-friendly material, which can fit well with the skin around the eyes and improve wearing comfort. It is worth noting that the skin-friendly material includes, but is not limited to, thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) or thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers (TPU), which have better elasticity, a soft touch, and strong durability, making them suitable for use in situations where they are applied to the skin around the eyes.

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a structure for alleviating motion sickness and fatigue according to this utility model, installed on a VR device. Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, by mounting the carrier 1 onto the VR device 5, the structure for relieving motion sickness can be integrated into the existing VR device 5, thus solving the problem of motion sickness that users often experience when using the VR device 5. It is worth noting that the structure for relieving motion sickness provided in this embodiment is not limited to being mounted on the aforementioned VR device 5, but can also be mounted on structures such as glasses. It can be added to any product that can be worn around the eyes, demonstrating good adaptability and wide applicability.

[0036] The structure for relieving motion sickness and fatigue provided in this embodiment includes a wrapping carrier 1, a fan 3, and several semiconductor temperature-changing components 2. The wrapping carrier 1 is worn around the eyes, and several semiconductor temperature-changing components 2 are positioned on the side of the wrapping carrier 1 closest to the eyes. Simultaneously, the wrapping carrier 1 has an air duct 111 connected to each semiconductor temperature-changing component 2, and a fan 3 is installed within the air duct 111. The temperature changes of the semiconductor temperature-changing components 2 during operation stimulate the area around the eyes, and the generated heat is quickly dissipated through the air duct 111, achieving immediate relief from motion sickness, alleviating fatigue and tension, and reducing the impact of motion sickness. Furthermore, the temperature changes of the semiconductor temperature-changing components 2 can be directly controlled electrically, allowing for personalized adjustments based on individual needs. The adjustment is convenient and easy to implement, and the stimulation of the area around the eyes is a non-invasive and natural method with fewer side effects, timely response, and better intervention effect on motion sickness, facilitating widespread use.

[0037] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the implementation methods and protection scope of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art should realize that any equivalent substitutions and obvious changes made based on the description and illustrations of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue, characterized in that, include: The device includes several semiconductor temperature-changing components, a winding carrier, and a fan. The winding carrier is worn around the eyes, and several of the semiconductor temperature-changing components are installed on the side of the winding carrier that is close to the eyes. At the same time, the winding carrier is provided with an air duct, and the fan is placed in the air duct.

2. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a thermally conductive layer disposed on the side of the winding carrier near the eye, and the thermally conductive layer covers all of the semiconductor temperature-changing elements.

3. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 1, characterized in that, The semiconductor temperature-regulating element is a Peltier semiconductor module.

4. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fan is an axial flow turbo fan cooling fan.

5. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the carrier is worn around the eyes, each of the semiconductor temperature-changing elements corresponds to an acupoint around the eyes.

6. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 1, characterized in that, The winding carrier is a continuous ring structure, surrounding the outer sides of the eyes.

7. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 6, characterized in that, The winding carrier is equipped with two sets of fans, each set of fans corresponding to one of the two eyes.

8. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 1, characterized in that, A nose bridge avoidance groove is provided on the winding carrier in the area near the bridge of the nose.

9. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 2, characterized in that, The winding carrier includes a carrier base and a cover. The carrier base has an installation groove extending along its arrangement direction on one side. The opening of the installation groove faces the user's eyes. The fan is located in the installation groove. Several semiconductor temperature-changing components are installed at the opening of the installation groove. The cover has a U-shaped cross-section and covers the opening of the installation groove, as well as the semiconductor temperature-changing components, the fan, and the heat-conducting layer.

10. The structure for relieving motion sickness fatigue according to claim 1, characterized in that, The winding carrier is mounted on the VR device.

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