Apparatus for irradiation, method of operating the apparatus and system for creating a parameterized operating environment for irradiation - Patents.com

The device addresses the lack of user-adaptable parameters in existing irradiation devices by using a data interface, analysis module, and control unit to create personalized irradiation plans, ensuring optimal and safe irradiation based on user-specific data and historical records.

JP7795590B2Active Publication Date: 2026-01-07KOHLERSHOHNER STRASSE S N WINDHAGEN
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Application Number
JP2024135004
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Patents
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Priority Date
2019-04-03
Filing Date
2024-08-13
Publication Date
2026-01-07
Estimated Expiration
2040-04-02

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing devices for irradiating the human body with optical radiation, such as tanning devices, lack user-adaptable operating parameters, leading to suboptimal results and potential drawbacks.

Method used

A device with a first interface for data transfer, an analysis module to create a parameterized operating environment, a control unit to adjust settings, and an irradiation unit to implement the environment, allowing user-specific preferences to be automatically accounted for, including connections via Bluetooth or NFC, and data access to a usage database for personalized settings.

Benefits of technology

Enables optimal irradiation plans tailored to individual user needs, improving user comfort and safety by automatically adjusting settings based on user data and historical data from a usage database, ensuring uniform device utilization and minimizing undesired side effects.

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Abstract

To provide an apparatus (30) for irradiating a human body or a part of the human body with optical radiation.SOLUTION: The apparatus (30) comprises: a first interface (20) for transmitting data; an analysis module (22) for creating a parameterized operating environment (23) on the basis of the transmitted data; a control unit (24) for adapting device settings on the basis of the parameterized operating environment created; and an irradiation unit (26) for receiving a signal (25) from the control unit (24) according to the parameterized operating environment (23) created. The invention further relates to a system, a method and a computer program product for implementing the method.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3
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[Technical Field]

[0001]

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for irradiating the human body or parts of the human body with optical radiation. The invention also relates to a method, a computer program product for carrying out this method and a system, all according to the general terms of the independent claims. Technical Background

[0002] Devices for irradiating the human body or parts of the human body with optical radiation are known. These are used in the medical, cosmetic, and / or therapeutic fields. In the field of skin irradiation, light-emitting devices are used whose radiation produces, for example, photobiological effects in the person exposed to said radiation. The radiation strikes the human skin but can penetrate deeper regions of the body depending on the specific wavelength. Effects include, for example, skin tanning, but other physiological and psychological effects also result from irradiation. The radiation covers the ultraviolet (UV), visible (VIS), and near-infrared (nIR) radiation spectrums. UV radiation has wavelengths in the spectrum between 100 nm and approximately 380 nm, VIS radiation has wavelengths in the spectrum between approximately 380 nm and approximately 780 nm, and nIR radiation has wavelengths in the spectrum between approximately 780 nm and approximately 1400 nm. The above-mentioned spectrums blend together. Depending on the treatment, the irradiation can be focused on subspectrums of the aforementioned spectrum. For this purpose, the medical-cosmetic radiation emitting device can also be associated with dedicated individual wavelengths, for example UV radiation generated by five light tubes.

[0003]

[0003] Devices for influencing the skin of a user are known in the art, for example, they are used in tanning salons, where the person to be irradiated with the purpose of tanning his or her skin by pigmentation can lie on a cover forming a lying or boundary surface, with a UV radiation emitting device, usually having several light tubes, in particular fluorescent tubes, arranged below the cover. In most cases, such tanning devices also have a separate assembly with further light tubes and a second cover, which together can be pivoted towards the person to be irradiated so that the person can be tanned from two sides. The problem here is that the user can input any operating parameters into the device, which may not be user-adaptable and therefore may result in drawbacks.

[0004] The object of the present invention is to specify a device for irradiating the human body or parts of the human body with ultraviolet and / or optical radiation, which allows the user to adjust the device to his needs, in particular in advance or regardless of location, so that the device achieves an optimized irradiation result.

[0005] According to the invention, this problem is solved by a device having the features of the independent claims.

[0006]

[0006] According to one aspect of the present invention, an apparatus for irradiating a human body or part of a human body with optical radiation is designed, the apparatus comprising a first interface for transferring data, an analysis module for creating a parameterized operating environment based on the transmitted data, a control unit for adjusting device settings based on the created parameterized operating environment, and an irradiation unit for receiving a signal from the control unit according to the created parameterized operating environment.

[0007]

[0007] Advantageously, this allows the user's specific wishes and settings to be taken into account to provide optimal irradiation. For example, the user can create presets for specific operating parameters in advance. It is particularly advantageous that the parameterized operating environment is determined and implemented completely automatically by the device. The parameterized operating environment includes an irradiation plan, also known as a tanning plan, which can be individually applied to the user. Thus, the user has more time for treatment or irradiation, since parameters do not have to be set in the device at the start of treatment. Device settings and, for example, optimal tanning times can be determined by stored history and imported by the application. Naturally, the user has the option of making readjustments or specifying further settings.

[0008]

[0008] Preferably, the first interface allows a Bluetooth® connection with a user device. This facilitates connecting the device to a user device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or user computer, to transfer user data, such as profiles or preferred presets. Depending on the user's location, i.e., if the user is in close proximity to the device along with the user device, the device can immediately start, read user data, and create a parameterized operating environment. The device starts completely automatically, so to speak. The user does not need to adjust the device further. The first interface can also have a wired connection with the user device, so that a clear association and immediate connection with the device can be established. The device, also called a configuration, tanning device, or simply a tanner, preferably has a connection, i.e., an interface, for the user device on its exterior. After connecting the user device, user data can be transmitted or imported, and the user device can be supplied with energy via the same connection to charge the device while it is in use.

[0009]

[0009] In a further embodiment, the first interface enables Near Field Communication (NFC), a transmission standard based on RFID technology for contactless exchange of data by electromagnetic induction with loosely coupled coils over short distances of a few centimeters. RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) refers to technology for transceiver systems for automatic and contactless identification and location of objects by electromagnetic waves.

[0010]

[0010] In a further advantageous embodiment, the device has a second interface designed as a network interface, which can be used to transfer or exchange data with a usage database, which can be implemented as a relational or semi-structured database or as a database system.

[0011]

[0011] The data in the usage database preferably includes values ​​such as usage time, usage frequency, skin type, and device settings. These values ​​relate to a user and can be retrieved accordingly. The values ​​can also relate to multiple users and can be used to determine values ​​for other users or groups of users, such as average or reference values. Furthermore, historical data of other users can be used to determine and apply an optimized operating environment. By analyzing the user's profile, the user's skin type can be determined, which is incorporated into the parameterized operating environment to create optimal values. For example, if a user provides a face image or a photo of their arm or hand, the analysis module can directly determine the skin type and accordingly consider this skin type for the optimal operating environment.

[0012]

[0012] It is particularly advantageous to store the transmitted data in an anonymized manner in the usage database, so that privacy and data protection can be guaranteed.

[0013] The analysis module creates a parameterized operating environment based on the transmitted and / or provided data. The analysis can be performed probabilistically, but comparative analysis is also possible. The analysis results are incorporated into the parameterized operating environment in whole or in part.

[0014]

[0014] When the analysis module receives data from the usage database, said data can be used as the basis for a parameterized operating environment, thus forming a solid basis for an optimal operating environment. The analysis module is preferably able to determine the user's skin type associated with the parameterized operating environment. It is also possible to determine a sunburn prognosis that can be given to the user, so that appropriate readjustments can be performed.

[0015]

[0015] In a further embodiment, the analysis module creates a parameterized operating environment based on the transmitted data regarding the phototherapy treatment. The control unit then controls an appropriate application routine for relaxation or biostimulation. The positive effects of biostimulating phototherapy are highly appreciated by users. Such an apparatus for biostimulating phototherapy, in particular for adjunctive biostimulating phototherapy in combination with a treatment device, and embodiments thereof, are described in the Swiss patent application entitled "Apparatus for biostimulating phototherapy" by the same applicant, with reference number P100429CH and application number ................., filed on April 3, 2019.

[0016]

[0016] According to a further preferred embodiment, the analysis module is located outside the device. In this way, computationally intensive tasks can be outsourced and performed anywhere. The results can be used and imported by any device using the network.

[0017]

[0017] Preferably, the parameterized operating environment includes an irradiation plan, which allows for individual irradiation of the user, for example, with defined body areas, different intensities and wavelengths, and time. Tanning salons often have several devices or tanners. The parameterized operating environment can also be advantageously used to assign the appropriate device to each user, which makes it possible to achieve uniform use and utilization of the devices. As a result, the energy load can also be better distributed.

[0018]

[0018] According to a particularly preferred embodiment, the control unit performs parameterized adjustments of the operating environment based on user data, thereby addressing the individual needs of the user: the user can specify his or her desired irradiation, which is then precisely adapted to the user on the device so as to avoid undesired side effects.

[0019]

[0019] According to a further particularly preferred embodiment, the control unit performs parameterized adjustments of the operating environment based on data from a usage database. The usage database stores not only individual user values ​​but also reference values ​​that are valid for a particular skin type or user group. Values ​​from the usage database are particularly useful if a user travels to different studios for treatments or tanning, and can be loaded into each device at various locations. For example, if the user does not have their own user device, user identification can also be performed via a microphone on the device by voice command, e.g., an individual code linked to data from the usage database. The device includes a voice recognition device and a voice control device. Such voice control and its embodiments are described in a commonly assigned Swiss patent application entitled "Apparatus for affecting at least parts of a body," with reference number P100446CH and application number ....... filed April 3, 2019.

[0020]

[0020] In a further design of the voice control, networking allows the use of voice commands, for example, to retrieve emails or messages, weather forecasts, or similar online information during treatment, or to make phone calls. The device also has one or more speakers. The user can also use the microphone, i.e., the voice control, before or after treatment. It is also possible for the operator to use the voice control for communication, maintenance work, instructions, information search, etc.

[0021] One aspect of the present invention relates to a method of operating an apparatus for irradiating a human body or part of a human body with optical radiation.

[0022] Another aspect of the invention relates to a computer program product for implementing the method according to the invention on a computer for controlling a device for irradiating a human body or a part of a human body with optical radiation.

[0023]

[0023] Yet another aspect of the present invention relates to a system or component for creating a parameterized operating environment for irradiating a human body or a part of a human body with optical radiation, the system comprising: an interface for transmitting first data of a user, a usage database for receiving, storing or providing second data, an analysis module for creating a parameterized operating environment based on the transmitted first data and the provided second data, a control unit for adjusting device settings based on the created parameterized operating environment, and an irradiation unit for receiving a signal from the control unit in response to the created parameterized operating environment.

[0024]

[0024] The usage database can be provided locally at the tanning salon, or salon for short. Preferably, the usage database is implemented as a cloud service, which allows for easy storage, maintenance, and backup of data, and allows time-independent access by users.

[0025] According to a particularly preferred embodiment, multiple devices are connected or coupled to the usage database via connections, so that data from a wide variety of devices and users can be combined, resulting in an optimized operating environment through evaluation and analysis.

[0026] Advantageously, the analysis module outputs user-specific recommendations for the parameterized operating environment along with the irradiation plan. These recommendations can be stored in a usage database and recalled by the user. Alternatively, the recommendations can be transferred to the user device, edited there, and stored in a profile or usage database.

[0027]

[0027] Preferably, the user device accesses the usage database via an internet connection. For data security reasons, an encrypted connection, for example via https, is preferred. If the usage database is local, for example located in a salon, the user device can also access it locally.

[0028] According to one embodiment, the user device receives usage database data from a usage database, which can be personalized by the user as appropriate. These data can then be used to create a parameterized operating environment. The user can also provide feedback via the user device, which can then be considered in the future or incorporated into further analysis.

[0029]

[0029] Once a user creates and saves a profile, including, for example, desired duration, intensity, temperature, music, etc., the stored profile can be sent to the device to create an optimal operating environment and device settings. Stored history can also be used for optimal tanning time. In a preferred embodiment, the desired data and operating environment and device settings are stored in a usage database. Determining the optimal operating environment enables computer-controlled tanning, also known as smart tanning.

[0030]

[0030] The user's profile can preferably be stored in an application, for example an app on the user's smartphone, with sensitive user data then being stored on the user's device rather than in the appliance or salon, which would require complex security measures.

[0031]

[0031] User safety is improved by recording the procedure and / or measuring exposure time and displaying maximum values. Values ​​can be stored in a usage database and / or on the user device and made available for future treatments. Display can be on the device or via the application.

[0032]

[0032] It is obvious to those skilled in the art that all embodiments described in this specification can be realized in a design according to the present invention unless they are explicitly mutually exclusive.

[0033]

[0033] The present invention will be described in more detail below based on specific embodiments and drawings, but the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0034] After reviewing these specific embodiments and drawings, further advantageous embodiments of the present invention may become apparent to those skilled in the art. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0035]

[0035] The embodiments of the present invention will be described based on the following figures, in which the same reference numerals indicate the same or similar parts. [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of an arrangement having multiple appliances, a usage database, and a user device. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the configuration of an apparatus according to the invention, coupled with a usage database and a user device. [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of an arrangement of an apparatus according to the invention combined with a usage database and the connection between a user device and said usage database. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a general sequence of steps. Implementation of the invention

[0036]

[0036] Figure 1 shows a system 1 with several components. The device 30 is designed to irradiate a human body or a part of the human body with optical radiation. The device 30 comprises an interface 20 capable of establishing a first connection 2 with a user device 10. The user device 10, which may be a smartphone, tablet, or another application-executing device, is connected to the device 30 via the interface 20 via a first wired connection 2, and data can be exchanged via said connection 2. The device 30 is connected to a usage database 40 via a second connection 4. The usage database 40 is connected to further devices 50, 60, 70, 80 via a third connection 6. Further devices can be connected to the usage database 40. Each device 30, 50, 60, 70, 80 may be the same or different irradiating or tanning devices. Data transmission via the second connection 4 and the third connection 6 is preferably carried out via a LAN or WLAN.

[0037] 2 shows an apparatus 30 wirelessly connected to a user device 10, for example via Bluetooth, WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) or near field communication. The user device 10 has a display 12 for displaying information and an input unit 14. The display 12 and the input unit 14 may be combined into one. The user records his profile or desired settings on the display 12, which are then transmitted to an interface 20, hereinafter also referred to as the first interface 20.

[0038] The apparatus 30 further comprises an analysis module 22 for creating a parameterized operating environment 23, a control unit 24, and an illumination unit 26. The analysis module 22 comprises a computing unit for processing data. The apparatus 30 comprises a second interface 28 connected to the analysis module 22. The second interface 28 is connected via a second connection 4 to a usage database 40′, which in the illustrated example is implemented as a cloud service. The analysis module 22 is connected to the control unit 24. The control unit 24 adjusts the device settings based on the created parameterized operating environment. The control unit 24 sends a signal 25 to the illumination unit 26 according to the created parameterized operating environment. The parameterized operating environment is determined by the analysis module 22 based on data transmitted from the user device 10 and / or the usage database 40′. The control unit 24 then adjusts or configures the device settings. A wide variety of values ​​can be incorporated into the determination of the optimal operating environment. On the one hand, specifications such as those stored in a profile are provided by the user, and on the other hand, values ​​from the usage database 40' are used to determine the optimal operating environment. In general, a parameterized operating environment contributes to the user's comfort, as it allows the user to set not only preferred values ​​for intensity, temperature, etc., but also the optimal exposure duration. In the case of multiple tanning devices, a parameterized operating environment allows for improved control of the utilization and use of the individual devices.

[0039]

[0039] The control unit 24 controls an irradiation unit 26 which emits actinic radiation, for example via a signal 25 depending on the created parameterized operating environment 23. This has the advantage that specific body areas can be treated with defined intensities and durations in order to achieve optimal results.

[0040]

[0040] Figure 3 shows the system 1 in a further preferred embodiment. The device 30 is designed to irradiate the human body with medical cosmetic radiation. Here, the first interface 20 is connected to the user device 10 via a first connection 2 by WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network). Particularly preferably, the interface 20 comprises a module with a microchip having 2.4 GHz 802.11 b / g / n WLAN capabilities. As well as wired connections, other wireless connection types are entirely possible. The user device 10 transmits data stored on the user device 10. The device 30 receives this data via the first interface 20 and forwards it to the analysis module 22 for further processing.

[0041] The device 30 is connected to a network 90, such as the Internet, via a second connection 4. The network 90 can operate as a local area network (LAN), a wide area network (WAN), a wireless local area network (WLAN), or a dedicated network. The user device 10 is connected to the network 90 via a fourth connection 8. The usage database 40 is connected to the network 90 via a third connection 6. This allows user data from the user device 10 to be stored directly in the usage database 40. The user can also receive information from the usage database 40. Such information can include ratings, preferred free subscriptions or periods, as well as advertisements. This is particularly effective when the usage database 40 functions as a cloud service, as described in FIG. 2. Therefore, the usage database 40' is not a pure database, but can include modules for analyzing data, thereby creating added value.

[0042] FIG. 4 shows a general step sequence 100 for operating the apparatus 30 for irradiating the human body or a part of the human body with optical radiation.

[0043] In step 102, the user's data is transmitted via the interface 20. Here, the interface 20 can be designed for transmission and reception, i.e., can be bidirectional. In a further embodiment, the interface 20 is provided only for receiving data. This one-way connection only allows data to be imported into the device 30. An optimal operating environment can be created in combination with other data, such as data from the aforementioned usage databases 40, 40'.

[0044] In step 104, a parameterized operating environment 23 is created based on the transmitted or received data. Because the transmitted or received data contains user-specific values ​​and information, it can be analyzed and matched or correlated with the usage database 40, 40' to provide an optimal operating environment 23 for the user. This process is performed by an analysis module 22 preferably located within the device 30.

[0045]

[0045] In step 106, the device settings are adjusted based on the created parameterized operating environment 23. Thus, the individual wishes and preferences of the user as well as system and device related conditions can be taken into account. The control unit 24 carries out these adjustments.

[0046]

[0046] In step 108, the device settings for irradiation are applied. In one embodiment, the irradiation unit 26 receives a signal 25 from the control unit (24) depending on the created parameterized operating environment 23. This allows optimal irradiation depending on the created parameterized operating environment 23.

[0047] In accordance with the present invention, an apparatus, system, method, and computer program product for operating the method are provided, thereby ameliorating at least one shortcoming of the known prior art. [Item of invention] [Item 1] A device (30) for irradiating a human body or a part of said human body with optical radiation, comprising: a. a first interface (20) for transmitting data; b. an analysis module (22) for creating a parameterized operating environment (23) based on said transmitted data; c. a control unit (24) for adjusting device settings based on the created parameterized operating environment (23); d. an illumination unit (26) that receives a signal (25) corresponding to the created parameterized operating environment (23) from the control unit (24); An apparatus comprising: [Item 2] Item 1. The apparatus according to item 1, wherein the first interface (20) enables a Bluetooth connection with a user device (10). [Item 3] Item 10. The apparatus of item 1, wherein the first interface (20) has a wired connection with the user device (10). [Item 4] 4. The device according to any one of items 1 to 3, further comprising a second interface (28), in particular a network interface, for transmitting data to and from a usage database (40, 40'). [Item 5] 5. The apparatus according to claim 4, wherein the analysis module (22) receives data from the usage database (40, 40') and uses the data as the basis for the parameterized operating environment (23). [Item 6] 6. The device according to any one of items 1 to 5, wherein the analysis module (22) is disposed outside the device (30). [Item 7] 7. The apparatus according to any one of items 1 to 6, wherein the parameterized operating environment (23) comprises an irradiation plan. [Item 8] 8. The device according to any one of items 1 to 7, wherein the control unit (24) performs the adjustment of the parameterized operating environment (23) based on user data. [Item 9] 9. The device according to any one of items 1 to 8, wherein the control unit (24) performs the adjustment of the parameterized operating environment (23) based on data from a usage database (40, 40'). [Item 10] A method for operating a device for irradiating a human body or a part of said human body with optical radiation, in particular a device according to any one of items 1 to 9, comprising: a. transmitting user data via an interface (20); b. creating a parameterized operating environment (23) based on the transmitted data; c. adjusting device settings based on the created parameterized operating environment (23); d. Applying device settings for irradiation according to the created parameterized operating environment (23); , including a method of operation. [Item 11] Item 11. The method of claim 10, wherein the transmitted data includes one or more of the following information: presets, profiles, partial profiles, history of previous exposures. [Item 12] 12. The method of claim 10 or 11, further comprising a step of transmitting data from a usage database (40, 40'), said data preferably comprising one or more of the following values: duration of use, frequency of use, skin type, and device settings. [Item 13] Item 13. A method according to item 12, wherein the transmission of data from the usage database (40, 40') includes historical data of other users. [Item 14] 14. The operating method according to any one of items 10 to 13, wherein the creation of the parameterized operating environment (23) includes an analysis of the profile of the user, whereby the skin type of the user is determined. [Item 15] A computer program product for carrying out the method according to any one of items 10 to 14. [Item 16] A system (1) for creating a parameterized operating environment (23) for irradiating a human body or a part of the human body with optical radiation, comprising: a. an interface (20) for transmitting first data of a user; b. a usage database (40, 40') providing second data; c. an analysis module (22) for creating a parameterized operating environment (23) based on the transmitted first data and the provided second data; d. a control unit (24) for adjusting device settings based on the created parameterized operating environment (23); e. an illumination unit (26) that receives a signal (25) corresponding to the created parameterized operating environment (23) from the control unit (24); A system comprising: [Item 17] Item 17. The system (1) according to item 16, wherein the usage database (40, 40') includes second data having one or more of the following values: duration of use, frequency of use, skin type, and device settings. [Item 18] 18. The system (1) according to item 16 or 17, wherein the transmitted first data is stored in the usage database (40, 40') in an anonymized manner. [Item 19] 19. The system (1) according to any one of items 16 to 18, wherein the usage database (40) is implemented as a cloud service (40'). [Item 20] 20. The system (1) according to any one of items 16 to 19, wherein a plurality of devices (30, 50, 60, 70, 80) are connected to the usage database (40, 40') via connections (4, 6). [Item 21] 21. The system (1) according to any one of items 16 to 20, wherein the analysis module (22) outputs user-specific recommendation information for the parameterized operating environment (23) together with the irradiation plan. [Item 22] 22. The system (1) according to any one of items 16 to 21, wherein the user device (10) accesses the usage database (40, 40') via a network connection (8). [Item 23] Item 23. The system (1) of item 22, wherein the user device (10) receives usage database data from the usage database (40, 40') and, subsequently, creates the parameterized operating environment (23) in one or more devices (30, 50, 60, 70, 80) following personalization of the data.

Claims

1. A device (30) for irradiating a human body or a part of said human body with optical radiation, comprising: a. a first interface (20) for transmitting data; b. an analysis module (22) for creating a parameterized operating environment (23) based on said transmitted data; c. a control unit (24) for adjusting device settings based on said created parameterized operating environment (23); d. an illumination unit (26) that receives a signal (25) from the control unit (24) according to the created parameterized operating environment (23); Equipped with said transmitted data being stored in an anonymised manner in a usage database (40, 40'); creating a user profile using data from a usage database accessible via an encrypted connection and the transmitted data, and storing the user profile on the user device (10); The apparatus, wherein the parameterized operating environment (23) includes an irradiation plan.

2. 2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the first interface (20) enables a Bluetooth connection with a user device (10).

3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first interface (20) has a wired connection to a user device (10).

4. The device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising a second interface (28) for transmitting data to and from a usage database (40, 40').

5. 5. The apparatus of claim 4, wherein the analysis module (22) receives data from the usage database (40, 40') and uses the data as the basis for the parameterized operating environment (23).

6. The device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the analysis module (22) is arranged outside the device (30).

7. The device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the control unit (24) performs the adjustment of the parameterized operating environment (23) on the basis of user data.

8. The device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the control unit (24) performs the adjustment of the parameterized operating environment (23) on the basis of data from a usage database (40, 40').

9. A method of operating a device according to any one of claims 1 to 8 for irradiating a human body or a part of said human body with optical radiation, comprising: a) a first interface (20) of the device transmitting user data via the interface (20); b) an analysis module (22) of said device creating a parameterized operating environment (23) based on said transmitted data; c) a control unit (24) of said device adjusting device settings based on said created parameterized operating environment (23); d. the illumination unit (26) of said device applies device settings for illumination according to said created parameterized operating environment (23); , including a method of operation.

10. 10. The method of claim 9, wherein the transmitted data includes one or more of the following information: presets, profiles, partial profiles, history of previous exposures.

11. 11. The method of claim 9 or 10, further comprising the step of transmitting data from the usage database (40, 40') of the device, said data comprising one or more of the following values: duration of use, frequency of use, skin type, and device settings.

12. 12. A method according to claim 11, wherein said transmission of data from said usage database (40, 40') includes historical data of other users.

13. 12. The method of claim 11, when dependent on claim 10, wherein the creation of the parameterized operating environment (23) comprises an analysis of the profile of the user, whereby the skin type of the user is determined.

14. A computer program product for carrying out the method according to any one of claims 9 to 13.

15. A system (1) for creating a parameterized operating environment (23) for irradiating a human body or a part of a human body with optical radiation, comprising: a. an interface (20) for transmitting first data of a user; b. a usage database (40, 40') providing second data; c) an analysis module (22) for creating a parameterized operating environment (23) based on the transmitted first data and the provided second data; d. a control unit (24) for adjusting device settings based on said created parameterized operating environment (23); e. an illumination unit (26) that receives a signal (25) corresponding to the created parameterized operating environment (23) from the control unit (24); Equipped with the transmitted first data is stored in the usage database (40, 40') in an anonymized manner, creating a user profile using data from a usage database accessible via an encrypted connection and the transmitted first data, and storing the user profile on the user device (10); The system (1) wherein the analysis module (22) outputs user-specific recommendations for the parameterized operating environment (23) together with an irradiation plan.

16. 16. The system (1) according to claim 15, wherein the usage database (40, 40') comprises second data having one or more of the following values: duration of usage, frequency of usage, skin type, and device settings.

17. The system (1) according to claim 15 or 16, wherein the usage database (40) is implemented as a cloud service (40').

18. A system (1) according to any one of claims 15 to 17, wherein a plurality of devices (30, 50, 60, 70, 80) are connected to said usage database (40, 40') via connections (4, 6).

19. The system (1) according to any one of claims 15 to 18, wherein a user device (10) accesses said usage database (40, 40') via a network connection (8).

20. 20. The system (1) of claim 19, wherein the user device (10) receives usage database data from the usage database (40, 40') and subsequently creates the parameterized operating environment (23) in one or more devices (30, 50, 60, 70, 80) following personalization of the usage database data.

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