Candle containing fuel supply

Abstract

Disclosed is a candle including a fuel supply unit, comprising: a combustion unit having a fuel receiving through-hole formed on one side of the lower part; a wick support that is detachably attached to the bottom surface in the center of the storage space of the combustion unit, and has a flow tube formed in the center of the interior connecting the upper and lower sides so that fuel drawn into the interior through the through-hole can flow upward by capillary action, and a wick insertion hole formed in the center of the upper side through which a candle wick is attached and which communicates with the flow tube; a storage unit having a fuel supply through-hole formed on one side of the lower part; and a fuel supply connection unit that is attached in a structure that connects the fuel receiving through-hole of the combustion unit and the fuel supply through-hole of the storage unit.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a candle including a fuel supply unit, and more particularly to a candle including a configuration that can continuously supply fuel to a combustion space, improve aesthetics, and enhance fragrance effects. [Background technology]

[0002] Generally, candles have been used in the past for lighting purposes and are now widely used in atmospheric and religious settings, and usually consist of a solid paraffin rod with a wick embedded inside.

[0003] These candles emit heat and light through the wax that melts when the wick inside burns, but once used, they cannot be reused, and the dripping wax not only makes the surrounding area dirty, but also poses a fire risk.

[0004] Therefore, paraffin candles have been proposed today that use liquid paraffin and are reusable, while keeping the surrounding area clean and significantly reducing the risk of fire. One example is Patent Document 1: Utility Model Registration No. 20-0210010, where "A" in Figure 1 is a schematic vertical cross-sectional view illustrating a conventional paraffin candle, and "B" is a schematic vertical cross-sectional view illustrating a used paraffin candle.

[0005] First, referring to "A," a conventional candle includes a cup-shaped case 2, paraffin 4 filled inside, and a float 8 with a wick 6 inside that can be suspended in the paraffin 4 and absorb the melt when it comes into contact with the paraffin 4 and burns.

[0006] In a conventional candle constructed in this way, combustion begins when the wick 6 is initially lit, but the wick 6 continues to absorb and burn paraffin 4, emitting heat and light. Since the float 8 burns inside the cup-shaped case 2, it is less affected by external wind and burns stably, and since the paraffin 4 does not flow off, the surrounding area is undoubtedly cleaner.

[0007] However, as shown in "B," when the paraffin 4 filled inside the case 2 begins to burn, the float 8 floating in the paraffin 4 gradually drops along with the water level of the paraffin 4, and after a certain time, its underside will come into contact with the bottom of the case 2, causing the wick 6 inside the float 8 to bend to one side. As a result, in order to reuse the float 8, the user must take the float 8 out of the case 2 and replace the wick 6 with a new one or straighten the bent wick 6, which is a disadvantage.

[0008] Therefore, there is a need for a technology that can solve the problems of the prior art mentioned above. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0009] [Patent Document 1] Utility model registration number 20-0210010 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0010] The object of the present invention is to provide a candle having a configuration that allows for continuous fuel supply by separating the space where fuel burns and light is generated from the space where fuel is supplied, and that can easily apply various designs to enhance aesthetics and enhance fragrance effects. [Means for solving the problem]

[0011] According to one aspect of the present invention, a candle that achieves the above object may include a combustion unit having a storage space of a predetermined volume formed therein and an open upper surface and a fuel receiving opening formed on one side of the lower surface; a wick support that is detachably attached to the bottom surface in the center of the storage space of the combustion unit and has a columnar structure extending upward to a predetermined height, with a opening formed on one side of the lower surface, and a flow tube formed in the center of the interior that connects the upper and lower surfaces so that fuel drawn into the combustion unit through the opening can flow upward by capillary action, and a wick insertion hole formed in the center of the upper surface through which a candle wick is attached and that communicates with the flow tube; a storage unit having a storage space of a predetermined volume formed therein and an open upper surface and a fuel supply opening formed on one side of the lower surface; and a fuel supply connection unit that is attached in a structure that connects the fuel receiving opening of the combustion unit and the fuel supply opening of the storage unit.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, the combustion unit, wick support, storage unit and fuel supply connection unit may be made of a metal material that absorbs heat generated by the flame burning the fuel while being fixed by the wick support unit and transfers the heat to the fuel stored inside the combustion unit, fuel supply connection unit and storage unit.

[0013] In this case, the metal material constituting the combustion part, wick support, storage part and fuel supply communication part may be a material having a thermal conductivity of 100 to 450 W / mK.

[0014] In addition, the metal materials constituting the combustion unit, wick support, storage unit and fuel supply communication unit may be one or more materials selected from the group consisting of silver, copper, gold, zinc, aluminum and tungsten, or alloy materials mixed with other metal materials.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom surface of the combustion unit has a flat structure that contacts the ground where it is to be installed, the fuel supply connection unit is installed in a structure that is inclined 5 to 60 degrees upward from the fuel storage through-hole of the combustion unit, and the bottom surface of the storage unit may have an inclined surface structure that is continuous with the inclined surface structure of the fuel supply connection unit.

[0016] In one embodiment of the present invention, the storage unit may include a fuel supply guide plate having a plate-like structure that covers the open upper surface in contact with the inner surface of the storage space of the storage unit, a mesh structure having a number of through holes, and made of a metal material that is heated by heat transferred to the storage unit and transfers the heat to the upper surface of the fuel stored in the storage unit.

[0017] In one embodiment of the present invention, the wick support may be configured to include: a fixed leg that is detachably mounted on the bottom surface in the center of the storage space of the combustion unit and extends radially from the center of the central support to fix the position of the central support; and a wick end support member that extends radially from the center of the upper surface of the central support and is wound downward with a predetermined radius of curvature to form a curved structure and is configured to support a portion of the upper side of the candle wick inserted into the wick insertion hole.

[0018] In addition, the fixing legs of the core support may be attached to the central support in a detachable structure, and the fixing legs of the core support may include a height change structure that can change the upward extension height of the central support.

[0019] In one embodiment of the present invention, the candle may include a combustion unit housing that opens the upper surface of the combustion unit to the outside and is attached in a form that surrounds the sides and bottom of the combustion unit, and is filled with a heat insulating material or has a heat insulating structure inside; a fuel supply connection unit housing that is formed in a structure that surrounds the outside of the fuel supply connection unit and is filled with a heat insulating material or has a heat insulating structure inside; and a storage unit housing that is formed in a structure that surrounds the outside of the storage unit and is equipped with an opening / closing member that can open or close the upper surface of the storage unit to the outside, and is filled with a heat insulating material or has a heat insulating structure inside.

[0020] The combustion unit housing may also include an air intake port that communicates with the combustion unit storage space and is configured to supply air from the outside into the combustion unit storage space; and an air intake volume adjustment member that is attached to the side of the combustion unit housing and can adjust the degree of opening of the air intake port.

[0021] In one embodiment of the present invention, the combustion unit housing is mounted on the upper part of the storage space of the combustion unit, and is mounted on the inner surface of the open upper surface of the combustion unit, and has a curved structure with the center of curvature radius at the center of the upper surface of the wick support, and a heat absorbing part that absorbs heat energy generated by the burning flame on the upper surface of the wick support; a rotating part that is mounted in a form surrounding the upper outer peripheral surface of the wick support, and has a structure with an outer diameter equal to the inner diameter of the open upper surface of the combustion unit, and rotates by air drawn in through the air inlet and flowing through the open upper surface of the combustion unit; a piping structure that is mounted in a form surrounding the upper outer peripheral surface of the wick support, and has an inner diameter that is rotated by the rotation of the rotating part a forced refrigerant circulation section that causes the refrigerant flowing in the heat absorption section to flow in one direction and causes the refrigerant transferred from the heating piping section to flow into the heat absorption piping section; a heat absorption piping section that is attached inside the heat absorption section, extends in the same direction as the extension direction of the heat absorption section, and transfers the thermal energy absorbed from the heat absorption section to the refrigerant flowing inside and causes the refrigerant transferred from the forced refrigerant circulation section to flow into the heating piping section; and a heating piping section that is attached in a form that surrounds the outer peripheral surface of the fuel supply communicating section and is a piping structure that causes the heated refrigerant transferred from the heating piping section to flow, transfers the thermal energy of the heated refrigerant to the fuel supply communicating section, and causes the refrigerant transferred from the heat absorption piping section to flow into the heat absorption piping section.

[0022] In one embodiment of the present invention, the candle may include: a control unit mounted inside the storage housing and controlling the operation of the air suction amount adjusting member based on data transmitted from the light amount detecting member and data input from the user's smart device, and transmitting information about the operation status of the candle to the user's smart device through a wireless communication module based on data detected from the fuel amount detecting member; a wireless communication module mounted inside the control unit and wirelessly connecting with the user's smart device to receive control signals from the user's smart device, transmit them to the control unit, and transmit data generated from the control unit to the user's smart device; a light amount detecting member mounted inside the combustion unit housing and detecting the light amount of light from a fire burning inside the combustion unit in real time and transmitting the detected data to the control unit; and a fuel amount detecting member mounted inside the storage housing and detecting the amount of fuel stored inside the storage unit in real time and transmitting the detected data to the control unit.

[0023] In one embodiment of the present invention, the fuel storage through-hole of the combustion section has a structure that can be disassembled and assembled from the fuel supply communication section, the fuel supply through-hole of the storage section has a structure that can be disassembled and assembled from the fuel supply communication section, and the fuel supply communication section can be connected to the fuel storage through-hole and the fuel supply through-hole in a structure that can change its inclination in the vertical direction. [Effects of the Invention]

[0024] As described above, the candle of the present invention is provided with a combustion section, wick support, storage section, and fuel supply communication section of a specific structure, which allows the space where the fuel burns to generate light to be separated from the space where the fuel is supplied, thereby providing a candle with a configuration that allows for continuous fuel supply.

[0025] In addition, according to the candle of the present invention, the combustion unit, wick support, storage unit, and fuel supply connection unit are made of metal materials with excellent thermal conductivity. Therefore, the thermal energy generated in the process of burning fuel at the top of the wick support unit can be effectively transferred to the fuel supply connection unit and storage unit through the wick support and combustion unit. The transferred thermal energy can be used to prevent the fuel flowing through the fuel supply connection unit from solidifying, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage unit.

[0026] In addition, according to the candle of the present invention, the flow space from the bottom of the combustion section, passing through the fuel supply connection section, to the bottom of the storage section is formed in an inclined structure, so that the fuel stored inside the storage section can melt by thermal energy provided from the outside and then naturally flow into the combustion section through the fuel supply connection section, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage section.

[0027] In addition, according to the candle of the present invention, by being equipped with a fuel supply guide plate of a specific structure, the thermal energy transmitted to the storage unit can be transmitted to the upper surface of the fuel stored inside the storage unit effectively, and the phenomenon in which only a portion of the lower end of the fuel stored inside the storage unit melts to form an empty space and the solid fuel located at the top of the empty space collapses inside the storage unit at an unspecified time can be prevented, thereby providing a candle that can guarantee a stable and continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage unit.

[0028] Furthermore, according to the candle of the present invention, by being equipped with fixed legs, a wick end support member, and a height-adjusting structure of specific structures, the position of the candle wick can be stably fixed, so that fuel can be stably absorbed into the candle wick and the candle wick itself can be prevented from burning and becoming shorter, thereby providing a candle that allows the height of the candle wick to be easily adjusted according to the user's intentions.

[0029] Furthermore, according to the candle of the present invention, by comprising a combustion unit housing, a connection unit housing, a storage unit housing, and an opening / closing member of a specific structure, it is possible to insulate the thermal energy generated by combustion inside the combustion unit so that it does not radiate to the outside, and the thermal energy generated inside the combustion unit can be effectively transferred to the fuel supply connection unit and the storage unit. As a result, the transferred thermal energy can be used to prevent the solidification of the fuel flowing through the fuel supply connection unit, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage unit.

[0030] Furthermore, according to the candle of the present invention, by applying various designs to the external shapes or external surfaces of the combustion unit housing, the communication unit housing, the storage unit housing, and the opening and closing member, various external shapes and colors can be expressed according to the intentions of the maker or user, and as a result, a candle can be provided that can enhance the aesthetic appeal of the maker or user.

[0031] Furthermore, according to the candle of the present invention, by attaching an air intake port and an air intake amount adjusting member of a specific structure to the combustion unit housing, it is possible to provide a candle that can adjust the amount of combustion inside the combustion unit and the amount of light emitted from the flame according to the user's intentions.

[0032] Furthermore, the candle of the present invention is equipped with a heat absorption section, a rotating section, a forced refrigerant circulation section, a heat absorption piping section, and a heating piping section each having a specific structure, thereby absorbing thermal energy generated inside the combustion section and transferring the absorbed thermal energy to the outer surface of the fuel supply connecting section. As a result, the transferred thermal energy can be used to prevent solidification of the fuel flowing through the fuel supply connecting section, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage section.

[0033] In addition, the candle of the present invention is equipped with a control unit that performs specific functions, a wireless communication module, a light quantity detection member, and a fuel quantity detection member, so that the amount of fuel burning inside the combustion unit can be easily adjusted according to the user's intention, the amount of light emitted by the fire burning inside the combustion unit can be easily adjusted, and the amount of fuel stored in the storage unit can be checked in real time, so that a candle can be provided that allows the user to conveniently check the time to refill the fuel. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0034] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a longitudinal cross-sectional view showing a candle structure according to the prior art. [Figure 2] 1 is a perspective view showing a candle according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a plan view showing the candle shown in FIG. 2. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA′ in FIG. 3. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a vertical cross-sectional view showing a candle according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a vertical cross-sectional view showing a candle according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a vertical cross-sectional view showing a candle according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] 8 is a schematic plan view showing the heat absorption section, the rotation section, the forced refrigerant circulation section, the heat absorption piping section, and the heating piping section of FIG. 7. FIG. [Figure 9] FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating a control configuration of a candle according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0035] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Prior to this, the terms and phrases used in the specification and claims are not limited to their ordinary or dictionary meanings, but are to be interpreted in terms and concepts consistent with the technical ideas of the present invention.

[0036] Throughout this specification, when a member is said to be "located on" another member, this includes not only when the member is in contact with the other member, but also when there is another member between the two members. Throughout this specification, when a part is said to "comprise" some component, this does not mean that it excludes other components, but that it may further include other components, unless otherwise specified.

[0037] FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a candle according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Referring to FIG. 2, the candle 100 of this embodiment comprises a combustion section 110, a wick support 120, a storage section 130, and a fuel supply connection section 140 of a specific structure, thereby separating the space where the fuel burns to generate light from the space where the fuel is supplied, thereby providing a candle with a configuration that allows for continuous fuel supply.

[0039] Hereinafter, each component of the candle 100 according to this embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

[0040] FIG. 3 is a plan view showing the candle shown in FIG. 2, and FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' in FIG.

[0041] Referring to these drawings, the combustion unit 110 according to this embodiment has a structure in which a storage space of a predetermined volume is formed inside and the upper surface is open, and a fuel storage through-hole 111 is formed on one side of the lower part.

[0042] The wick supporter 120 according to this embodiment is a columnar structure extending upward to a predetermined height and detachably placed on the bottom surface in the center of the storage space of the combustion unit 110. A through hole 121 is formed on one side of the bottom, and a flow tube 122 is formed in the center of the interior, connecting the upper and lower sides, through which fuel drawn in through the through hole 121 can flow upward by capillary action. A wick insertion hole 123 is formed in the center of the upper surface, through which a candle wick 120a is inserted and which is connected to the flow tube 122.

[0043] 4, the wick support 120 according to this embodiment may include fixed legs 124 and a wick end support member 125 having a specific structure. The fixed legs 124 of the wick support 120 are detachably mounted on the bottom surface in the center of the storage space of the combustion unit 110 and extend radially from the center of the central support 126 to fix the position of the central support 126. The wick end support member 125 extends radially from the center of the upper surface of the central support 126 and is wound downward with a predetermined radius of curvature to form a curved structure, and is structured to support a portion of the upper side of the candle wick 120a inserted into the wick insertion hole 123.

[0044] In addition, the fixed legs 124 of the core support 120 according to this embodiment may be detachably attached to the central support 126. In this case, the fixed legs 124 of the core support 120 may include a height adjustment structure (not shown) that allows the upward extension height of the central support 126 to be changed.

[0045] In this case, according to this embodiment, by providing a fixed leg 124 of a specific structure, a wick end support member 125, and a height adjustment structure, the position of the candle wick 120a can be stably fixed, fuel can be stably absorbed into the candle wick 120a, and the candle wick 120a itself can be prevented from burning and becoming shorter, thereby providing a candle in which the height of the candle wick 120a can be easily adjusted according to the user's intentions.

[0046] Meanwhile, the storage unit 130 according to this embodiment has a structure in which a storage space of a predetermined volume is formed inside, the upper surface is open, and a fuel supply through hole 131 is formed on one side of the lower portion.

[0047] At this time, as shown in FIGS. 2 to 4, the storage unit 130 according to this embodiment may further include a fuel supply guide plate 150 having a specific structure.

[0048] Specifically, the fuel supply guide plate 150 is a plate-like structure that covers the open upper surface in contact with the inner surface of the storage space of the storage unit 130, and has a mesh structure with a number of through holes formed therein. It is preferable that the fuel supply guide plate 150 is made of a metal material that is heated by the heat transferred to the storage unit 130 and transfers the heat to the upper surface of the fuel stored in the storage unit 130.

[0049] In this case, according to this embodiment, by providing a fuel supply guide plate 150 with a specific structure, the thermal energy transferred to the storage unit 130 can be transferred effectively to the upper surface of the fuel stored inside the storage unit 130, and the phenomenon in which only a portion of the lower end of the fuel stored inside the storage unit 130 melts to form an empty space and the solid fuel located at the top of the empty space collapses inside the storage unit 130 at an unspecified time can be prevented from occurring, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a stable and continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage unit 130.

[0050] The fuel supply communication part 140 according to this embodiment is configured to be attached in a structure that allows the fuel receiving through-hole 111 of the combustion part 110 and the fuel supply through-hole 131 of the storage part 130 to communicate with each other.

[0051] The combustion section 110, wick support 120, storage section 130 and fuel supply communication section 140 in this embodiment are preferably made of a metal material that absorbs heat generated by the flame burning the fuel while fixed by the wick support 120 and transfers the heat to the fuel stored inside the combustion section 110, fuel supply communication section 140 and storage section 130.

[0052] Specifically, the metal materials constituting the combustion unit 110, wick support 120, storage unit 130, and fuel supply communication unit 140 may be materials having a thermal conductivity of 100 to 450 W / mK. For example, the metal materials constituting the combustion unit 110, wick support 120, storage unit 130, and fuel supply communication unit 140 may be one or more materials selected from the group consisting of silver, copper, gold, zinc, aluminum, and tungsten, or alloy materials mixed with other metal materials.

[0053] In this case, according to this embodiment, by providing the combustion part 110, wick support 120, storage part 130, and fuel supply connection port made of a metal material with excellent thermal conductivity, the thermal energy generated in the process of fuel burning at the top of the wick support 120 can be effectively transferred to the fuel supply connection part 140 and storage part 130 through the wick support 120 and the combustion part 110. The transferred thermal energy can be used to prevent the fuel flowing through the inside of the fuel supply connection part 140 from solidifying, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage part 130.

[0054] 4, the bottom surface of the combustion unit 110 according to this embodiment has a horizontal structure that contacts the ground on which it is to be installed, and the fuel supply connecting part 140 may be installed in a structure that is inclined 5 to 60 degrees upward from the fuel receiving through hole 111 of the combustion unit 110. In addition, it is preferable that the bottom surface of the storage part 130 has a structure that includes an inclined surface structure that is continuous with the inclined surface structure of the fuel supply connecting part 140.

[0055] In this case, according to this embodiment, the flow space extending from the bottom of the combustion unit 110 through the fuel supply connection 140 to the bottom of the storage unit 130 is formed in an inclined structure, so that the fuel stored inside the storage unit 130 can melt by the thermal energy provided from the outside and then naturally flow into the combustion unit 110 through the fuel supply connection 140, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage unit 130.

[0056] In some cases, the fuel receiving through-hole 111 of the combustion unit 110 according to this embodiment may have a structure that allows it to be disassembled and assembled with the fuel supply connecting part 140, and the fuel supply through-hole 131 of the storage unit 130 may have a structure that allows it to be disassembled and assembled with the fuel supply connecting part 140. In addition, the fuel supply connecting part 140 may be connected to the fuel receiving through-hole 111 and the fuel supply through-hole 131 in a structure that allows it to change its inclination in the vertical direction.

[0057] FIG. 5 is a vertical cross-sectional view showing a candle according to still another embodiment of the present invention.

[0058] Referring to FIG. 5, the candle 100 according to this embodiment may include a combustion section housing 161, a communication section housing 162, and a storage section housing 163, each having a specific structure.

[0059] Specifically, the combustion unit housing 161 opens the top surface of the combustion unit 110 to the outside and is attached in a form that surrounds the sides and bottom surface of the combustion unit 110, and has a structure in which a heat insulating material is filled inside or a heat insulating structure is formed. The communication unit housing 162 is formed in a structure that surrounds the outside of the fuel supply communication unit 140 and has a structure in which a heat insulating material is filled inside or a heat insulating structure is formed. In addition, the storage unit housing 163 is formed in a structure that surrounds the outside of the storage unit 130 and has a structure that includes an opening / closing member 164 that can open or close the top surface of the storage unit 130 to the outside and has a structure in which a heat insulating material is filled inside or a heat insulating structure is formed.

[0060] In this case, according to this embodiment, by providing a combustion unit housing 161, a connection unit housing 162, a storage unit housing 163, and an opening / closing member 164 with a specific structure, it is possible to insulate the heat energy generated by combustion inside the combustion unit 110 so that it does not radiate to the outside, and the heat energy generated inside the combustion unit 110 can be effectively transferred to the fuel supply connection unit 140 and the storage unit 130. As a result, the transferred heat energy can be used to prevent the fuel flowing through the inside of the fuel supply connection unit 140 from solidifying, thereby providing a candle that can ensure a continuous supply of fuel stored in the storage unit 130.

[0061] In addition, by applying various designs to the external shapes or external surfaces of the combustion unit housing, the communication unit housing, the storage unit housing, and the opening and closing member, various external shapes and colors can be expressed according to the intentions of the maker or user, and as a result, a candle can be provided that can enhance the aesthetics of the maker or user.

[0062] FIG. 6 shows a vertical cross-sectional view of a candle according to yet another embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] Referring to FIG. 6, the combustion unit housing 161 according to this embodiment may further include an air intake port 165 and an air intake amount adjusting member 166 having a specific structure.

[0064] Specifically, the air intake port 165 of the combustion unit housing 161 is configured to communicate with the storage space of the combustion unit 110 and is configured to supply air from the outside into the storage space of the combustion unit 110. In addition, the air intake amount adjustment member 166 is configured to be attached to the side of the combustion unit housing 161 and is configured to adjust the degree to which the air intake port 165 is open.

[0065] In this case, according to this embodiment, by attaching a specially structured air intake port 165 and air intake amount adjusting member 166 to the combustion unit housing 161, a candle can be provided that can adjust the amount of combustion inside the combustion unit 110 and the amount of light emitted from the flame according to the user's intention.

[0066] FIG. 7 shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of a candle according to yet another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 8 shows a schematic plan view of the heat absorption section, rotating section, forced refrigerant circulation section, heat absorption piping section, and heating piping section of FIG. 7.

[0067] Referring to these drawings, the candle 100 according to this embodiment may include a heat absorbing section 173 having a specific structure, a rotating section 174, a forced refrigerant circulation section 175, a heat absorbing piping section 176, and a heating piping section 177.

[0068] Specifically, the heat absorption part 173 in this embodiment is mounted on the top of the storage space of the combustion part 110 and is configured to be mounted on the inner surface of the open top surface of the combustion part 110, and has a curved structure with the center of the radius of curvature at the center of the top surface of the wick support 120, so that it can absorb the thermal energy generated by the burning flame on the top surface of the wick support 120.

[0069] The rotating part 174 according to this embodiment is configured to be mounted in a form surrounding the upper outer periphery of the wick support 120, and has an outer diameter that is the same as the inner diameter of the open upper surface of the combustion part 110, and can be rotated by air drawn in through the air inlet 165 and flowing through the open upper surface of the combustion part 110. At this time, the forced refrigerant circulation part 175 is a piping structure mounted in a form surrounding the upper outer periphery of the wick support 120, and can cause the refrigerant flowing inside to flow in one direction by the rotation of the rotating part 174, and can cause the refrigerant transferred from the heating piping part 177 to flow to the heat absorption piping part 176.

[0070] The heat absorption piping section 176 according to this embodiment is configured to be mounted inside the heat absorption section 173, extends in the same direction as the extension direction of the heat absorption section 173, and transfers the thermal energy absorbed from the heat absorption section 173 to the refrigerant flowing inside, and allows the refrigerant transferred from the forced refrigerant circulation section 175 to flow to the heating piping section 177. The heating piping section 177 is mounted in a manner to surround the outer circumferential surface of the fuel supply communication section 140, and is a piping structure that allows the heated refrigerant transferred from the heating piping section 177 to flow, and transfers the thermal energy of the heated refrigerant to the fuel supply communication section 140, and allows the refrigerant transferred from the heat absorption piping section 176 to flow to the heat absorption piping section 176.

[0071] In this case, according to this embodiment, by providing a heat absorption part 173, a rotation part 174, a forced refrigerant circulation part 175, a heat absorption piping part 176, and a heating piping part 177 with a specific structure, it is possible to absorb the thermal energy generated inside the combustion part 110 and transfer the absorbed thermal energy to the outer surface of the fuel supply connecting part 140. As a result, it is possible to prevent the solidification of the fuel flowing inside the fuel supply connecting part 140 by using the transferred thermal energy, and therefore it is possible to provide a candle that can guarantee a continuous supply of the fuel stored in the storage part 130.

[0072] FIG. 9 shows a control configuration diagram of a candle according to yet another embodiment of the present invention.

[0073] Referring to FIG. 9, the candle 100 according to this embodiment may include a control unit 171 that performs a specific function, a wireless communication module 172, a light amount detection member 178, and a fuel amount detection member 179.

[0074] Specifically, the control unit 171 according to this embodiment is configured to be mounted inside the storage unit housing 163, and controls the operation of the air suction amount adjusting member 166 based on data transmitted from the light amount detecting member 178 and data input from the user's smart device, and transmits information about the operation status of the candle to the user's smart device through the wireless communication module 172 based on data detected from the fuel amount detecting member. At this time, the wireless communication module 172 is configured to be mounted inside the control unit 171, and wirelessly interfaces with the user's smart device to receive a control signal input from the user's smart device, transmit the control signal to the control unit 171, and transmit data generated by the control unit 171 to the user's smart device.

[0075] The light intensity detection member 178 according to this embodiment is configured to be mounted inside the combustion unit housing 161, and can detect the light intensity of the fire burning inside the combustion unit 110 in real time, and then transmit the detected data to the control unit 171.

[0076] In addition, the fuel amount detection member 179 is configured to be mounted inside the storage housing 163, and can detect the amount of fuel stored inside the storage unit 130 in real time and then transmit the detected data to the control unit 171.

[0077] In this case, according to this embodiment, by providing a control unit 171, a wireless communication module 172, a light amount detection member 178, and a fuel amount detection member 179 that perform specific functions, the amount of fuel burning inside the combustion unit 110 can be easily adjusted according to the user's intention, the amount of light of the fire generated by burning inside the combustion unit 110 can be easily adjusted, and the amount of fuel stored in the storage unit 130 can be checked in real time, so a candle can be provided that allows the user to conveniently check the time to refill the fuel.

[0078] In some cases, the fragrance effect can be enhanced by placing a fragrance on the top of the storage unit 130. Specifically, the fragrance can be placed on the top surface of the fuel supply guide plate 150 disposed inside the storage unit 130. Examples of fragrances that can be placed include gypsum fragrances, gel fragrances, etc.

[0079] At this time, the fragrance placed on the top of the storage unit 130 may have an increased fragrance effect due to the thermal energy transferred to the heated storage unit 130 .

[0080] In addition, when the storage housing 163 is used, it is preferable that the opening and closing member 164 has a number of through holes formed therein so that the scent can be diffused to the outside.

[0081] Although the foregoing detailed description of the present invention has described only specific embodiments thereof, it is to be understood that the present invention is not limited to the specific forms set forth in the detailed description, but rather includes all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claims.

[0082] In other words, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments and explanations described above, and various modifications can be made by anyone with ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present invention pertains without departing from the gist of the present invention as claimed in the claims, and such modifications can be said to be within the scope of protection of the present invention. [Industrial Applicability]

[0083] The present invention relates to a candle including a fuel supply unit, and has industrial applicability because it can provide a candle including a fuel supply unit that can continuously supply fuel to a combustion space, improve aesthetics, and increase fragrance effects.

Claims

1. A combustion unit (110) having a predetermined volume of storage space formed therein, an open upper surface, and a fuel receiving opening (111) formed on one side of the lower surface; a wick support (120) that is detachably mounted on the bottom surface in the center of the storage space of the combustion unit (110), has a columnar structure extending upward by a predetermined height, has a through hole (121) formed on one side of the bottom, has a flow pipe (122) formed in the center of the interior in a form that connects the upper and lower sides, through which fuel drawn in through the through hole (121) can flow upward by capillary action, and has a wick insertion hole (123) formed in the center of the upper surface, through which a candle wick (120a) is attached and that connects with the flow pipe (122); A storage unit (130) having a predetermined volume of storage space formed therein, an open top surface, and a fuel supply through-hole (131) formed on one side of the bottom surface; A fuel supply communication part (140) attached in a structure that allows the fuel receiving through-hole (111) of the combustion part (110) and the fuel supply through-hole (131) of the storage part (130) to communicate with each other; and a fuel supply guide plate (150) made of a metal material, which has a plate-like structure that covers the open upper surface of the storage space of the storage unit (130) in a form that contacts the inner surface of the storage space, has a mesh structure with a number of through-holes, and is heated by heat transferred to the storage unit (130) and transfers the heat to the upper surface of the fuel stored in the storage unit (130); Including, The combustion unit (110), wick support (120), storage unit (130), fuel supply connection unit (140) and fuel supply guide plate (150) are made of metal materials that absorb heat generated by the flame burning the fuel while being fixed by the wick support (120) and transfer the heat to the fuel stored inside the combustion unit (110), fuel supply connection unit (140) and storage unit (130), The bottom surface of the combustion unit (110) is a parallel structure that contacts the ground where it is to be installed, The fuel supply communication part (140) is installed in a structure inclined upward by 5 to 60 degrees based on the fuel receiving through hole (111) of the combustion part (110), The bottom surface of the storage portion (130) has an inclined surface structure that is continuous with the inclined surface structure of the fuel supply communication portion (140). A candle characterized by:

2. The candle is a combustion unit housing (161) that is mounted in a form that opens the upper surface of the combustion unit (110) to the outside and surrounds the side and lower surfaces of the combustion unit (110), and is filled with a heat insulating material or has a heat insulating structure; a fuel supply connection housing (162) formed in a structure surrounding the outside of the fuel supply connection portion (140), the inside of which is filled with a heat insulating material or has a heat insulating structure; and a storage housing (163) that is formed in a structure surrounding the outside of the storage unit (130) and has an opening / closing member (164) that can open or close the top surface of the storage unit (130) to the outside, and is filled with a heat insulating material or has a heat insulating structure; Including, The combustion housing (161) An air intake (165) that communicates with the storage space of the combustion unit (110) and is configured to supply air from the outside into the storage space of the combustion unit (110); and an air intake amount adjusting member (166) attached to the side of the combustion unit housing (161) and capable of adjusting the degree of opening of the air intake port (165); Contains The candle of claim 1 .

3. The combustion housing (161) a heat absorbing part (173) that is mounted on the upper part of the receiving space of the combustion part (110), mounted on the inner surface of the open upper surface of the combustion part (110), has a curved structure with the center of the radius of curvature at the center of the upper surface of the wick support (120), and absorbs the heat energy generated by the flame burning on the upper surface of the wick support (120); a rotating part (174) that is mounted in a form surrounding the upper outer periphery of the wick support (120) and has an outer diameter identical to the inner diameter of the open upper surface of the combustion part (110), and that rotates with air drawn in through the air inlet (165) and flowing through the open upper surface of the combustion part (110); a refrigerant forced circulation unit (175) which is a piping structure mounted in a form surrounding the upper outer periphery of the core support (120) and which causes the refrigerant flowing inside to flow in one direction by the rotation of the rotating unit (174) and causes the refrigerant transferred from the heating piping unit (177) to flow to the heat absorption piping unit (176); a heat absorption piping section (176) that is attached inside the heat absorption section (173), extends in the same direction as the extension direction of the heat absorption section (173), transfers the thermal energy absorbed from the heat absorption section (173) to the refrigerant flowing inside, and causes the refrigerant transferred from the refrigerant forced circulation section (175) to flow into the heating piping section (177); and a heating pipe section (177) which is attached in a manner surrounding the outer peripheral surface of the fuel supply communication section (140) and which is a piping structure for flowing the heated refrigerant transferred from the heating pipe section (177), and which transfers the thermal energy of the heated refrigerant to the fuel supply communication section (140) and causes the refrigerant transferred from the heat absorption pipe section (176) to flow into the heat absorption pipe section (176); Contains The candle of claim 2.

4. The candle is a control unit (171) mounted inside the storage housing (163) for controlling the operation of the air intake amount adjusting member (166) based on data transmitted from the light amount detecting member (178) and data input from the user's smart device, and transmitting information about the operation status of the candle to the user's smart device through a wireless communication module (172) based on data detected from the fuel amount detecting member; a wireless communication module (172) that is installed inside the control unit (171) and wirelessly interfaces with the user's smart device, receives control signals from the user's smart device, transmits them to the control unit (171), and transmits data generated by the control unit (171) to the user's smart device; A light quantity detection member (178) that is mounted inside the combustion unit housing (161) and detects the light quantity of the fire burning inside the combustion unit (110) in real time and transmits the detected data to the control unit (171); and a fuel quantity detection member (179) mounted inside the storage housing (163) for detecting the amount of fuel stored inside the storage unit (130) in real time and transmitting the detected data to the control unit (171); Contains The candle of claim 3.

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