Tactile stimulation providing device

Abstract

A tactile stimulation providing device according to one embodiment of the present invention is a vest-shaped tactile stimulation providing device comprising: a first front panel including first actuators arranged between one side and the other side; a second front panel including second actuators arranged between one side and the other side; and a rear panel connected to the first front panel and the second front panel, wherein the first front panel further includes a first recess formed lengthwise along one side, and the second front panel further includes a second recess formed lengthwise along one side.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for providing tactile stimulation. Background Technology

[0002] A tactile stimulation device includes actuators and can provide tactile stimulation to a user by selectively vibrating the actuators. The tactile stimulation device can be provided to various parts of the target user's body.

[0003] However, users may not only use the body part simply to feel tactile stimulation, but also utilize it as an input means through touch, motion, etc. Therefore, the tactile stimulation device must be appropriately provided with a structure that does not cause discomfort to the user's input activities. In addition, even if the user's input activities become intense, the tactile stimulation device must not be removed and the actuators must be able to adhere closely to the target body part.

[0004] In addition, users may wear the tactile stimulation device not only directly on a body part but also over clothing such as socks, gloves, and shoes. Therefore, the tactile stimulation device must be easily adjustable in size depending on the situation, while the actuators must be able to adhere closely to the target body part. Prior art literature

[0005] U.S. Patent Publication No. 2015-0123774 (May 7, 2015) The problem to be solved

[0006] The technical problem to be solved is to provide a tactile stimulation device that is easy to change in size, can be firmly fixed to a part of the user's body, and does not interfere with the user's input actions. means of solving the problem

[0007] A tactile stimulation providing device according to one embodiment of the present invention is a vest-shaped tactile stimulation providing device comprising: a first front panel including first actuators arranged between one side and the other side; a second front panel including second actuators arranged between one side and the other side; and a rear panel connected to the first front panel and the second front panel, wherein the first front panel further includes a first recess formed lengthwise along one side, and the second front panel further includes a second recess formed lengthwise along one side.

[0008] The above tactile stimulation providing device may further include a first detachable member located on the inner upper surface of the first recess; and a second detachable member located on the inner lower surface of the first recess.

[0009] The first detachable member and the second detachable member may not be detachable from each other.

[0010] The above tactile stimulation providing device may further include a third detachable member located on the inner upper surface of the second recess; and a fourth detachable member located on the inner lower surface of the second recess.

[0011] The third detachable member and the fourth detachable member may not be detachable from each other.

[0012] The above tactile stimulation providing device may further include a locking member, one side of which is insertable into the first recess and the other side of which is insertable into the second recess.

[0013] The locking member may include: a fifth detachable member located on the upper surface of one side and detachable with the first detachable member; a sixth detachable member located on the lower surface of one side and detachable with the second detachable member; a seventh detachable member located on the upper surface of the other side and detachable with the third detachable member; and an eighth detachable member located on the lower surface of the other side and detachable with the fourth detachable member.

[0014] The above tactile stimulation providing device further includes a first shoulder strap connecting the first front panel and the rear panel; and a first cover layer covering a portion of the first shoulder strap, wherein the first cover layer may be made of a softer material than the first shoulder strap.

[0015] The tactile stimulation providing device may further include a first wiring that extends between the first shoulder strap and the first cover layer and is electrically connected to at least one of the first actuators or the third actuators.

[0016] The above tactile stimulation providing device further includes a first shoulder adjuster and a second shoulder adjuster located on the first shoulder strap and detachably thereof from each other, and the first and second shoulder adjusters may be spaced apart with the first cover layer in between.

[0017] The above tactile stimulation providing device may further include a first waist assembly connecting one side of the rear panel and the other side of the first front panel; and a second waist assembly connecting the other side of the rear panel and the other side of the second front panel.

[0018] The first waist assembly comprises: a first waist adjuster; a first front strap, one end of which is connected to the other side of the first front panel and the other end of which is fixed to the first waist adjuster; and a first rear strap, one end of which is connected to one side of the rear panel and the other end of which is fixed to the first waist adjuster, wherein the first rear strap may have higher elasticity than the first front strap. Effects of the invention

[0019] The tactile stimulation providing device according to the present invention is easy to change in size and can be firmly fixed to a part of the user's body without interfering with the user's input actions. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0020] FIG. 1 is a drawing for explaining a tactile stimulation providing device according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 2 and FIGS. 3 are drawings for explaining an actuator case according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 4 and FIGS. 5 are drawings for explaining an actuator case according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 is a diagram illustrating the case where the front panels of a tactile stimulation providing device are opened. Figure 7 is a drawing to explain the case where the inner layers are removed from the state of Figure 6. Figure 8 is a drawing for explaining one side of the base band separated in the state of Figure 7. Figure 9 is a drawing for explaining the recess of the front panel. FIGS. 10 and FIGS. 11 are drawings for illustrating a replaceable locking member according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 12 and FIGS. 13 are drawings illustrating the state in which a locking member is mounted in the recess of the front panel. FIGS. 14 and 15 are drawings for illustrating a shoulder strap, a cover layer, and a shoulder adjuster according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 16 and FIGS. 17 are drawings for illustrating a waist assembly according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0021] Hereinafter, various embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. The present invention may be embodied in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0022] To clearly explain the present invention, parts unrelated to the explanation have been omitted, and the same reference numerals are assigned to identical or similar components throughout the specification. Accordingly, the reference numerals described above may also be used in other drawings.

[0023] Furthermore, the size and thickness of each component shown in the drawings are depicted arbitrarily for convenience of explanation, and thus the present invention is not necessarily limited to what is illustrated. Thickness may be exaggerated in the drawings to clearly represent various layers and regions.

[0024] FIG. 1 is a drawing for explaining a tactile stimulation providing device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Referring to FIG. 1, a tactile stimulation providing device (24) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a first front panel (lp4), a second front panel (rp4), and a rear panel (bp4), as a vest-shaped tactile stimulation providing device.

[0026] The first front panel (lp4) may include first actuators arranged between one side (lp4s1) and the other side (lp4s2). The second front panel (rp4) may include second actuators arranged between one side (rp4s1) and the other side (rp4s2). The rear panel (bp4) includes third actuators and may be connected to the first front panel (lp4) and the second front panel (rp4).

[0027] Each panel (lp4, rp4, bp4) may be composed of multiple layers, and at least one of the multiple layers may correspond to a base band. The base band may be a member for securing actuators. One side of the base band may be located inside the panel and may not be visible. Referring to FIG. 7, when the inner lining is removed, the other side of the base band may be exposed inward.

[0028] In FIG. 1, one side (lp4s1) of the first front panel (lp4) and one side (rp4s1) of the second front panel (rp4) are not joined to each other. According to the present embodiment, a locking member (not shown in FIG. 1) capable of joining one side (lp4s1) of the first front panel (lp4) and one side (rp4s1) of the second front panel (rp4) can be attached or detached.

[0029] FIGS. 2 and FIGS. 3 are drawings for explaining an actuator case according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Referring to FIGS. 2 and FIGS. 3, an actuator case (2) according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a bottom case (bc2), a cover case (cc2), and a top case (tc2).

[0031] The positional relationship of the bottom case (bc2), cover case (cc2), and top case (tc2) can be determined based on the base band. The base band can be located between the cover case (cc2) and the top case (tc2).

[0032] The actuator (ac2) is located on one side of the base band and includes a driving unit (mb2) and an eccentric mass (em2). The driving unit (mb2) and the eccentric mass (em2) can be rotatably connected via a shaft. The actuator (ac2) may be an eccentric rotation mass motor (ERM motor). The actuator (ac2) can generate vibrations as the eccentric mass (em2), which is rotated by the driving unit (mb2), acts as an unbalanced vibrator. The actuator (ac2) may be a cylindrical vibration motor with a cylinder diameter of approximately 6 mm and an overall height of approximately 17 mm. While a coin-shaped motor generates horizontal vibrations by having the vibrator rotate horizontally, the actuator (ac2) of this embodiment can generate vertical vibrations.

[0033] The bottom case (bc2) is located on one side of the base band and includes a first receiving portion (tha2) for accommodating a driving portion (mb2) and a second receiving portion (thb2) for accommodating an eccentric mass (em2). That is, the bottom case (bc2) can accommodate all or part of the actuator (ac2), excluding the wiring. According to an embodiment, if the bottom case (bc2) accommodates only a part of the actuator (ac2), the remaining part of the actuator (ac2) can be accommodated by the cover case (cc2) described later.

[0034] The cover case (cc2) is located on one side of the base band and is coupled with the bottom case (bc2) to bring the driving unit (mb2) into close contact with the first receiving part (tha2).

[0035] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, a cover case (cc2) can be coupled with a bottom case (bc2) while covering an actuator (ac2). As the male connecting portion (cm2) of the cover case (cc2) is fitted with the female connecting portion (bsf2) of the bottom case (bc2), the cover case (cc2) can be firmly fixed to the bottom case (bc2). In particular, a first receiving portion (tha2) and a receiving portion (cha2) can be formed so that the driving portion (mb2) of the actuator (ac2) is firmly fixed. The male connecting portion (cm2) of the cover case (cc2) can protrude parallel to the surface where the cover case (cc2) contacts the base band. In this embodiment, there are four pairs of male connecting portions (cm2) and female connecting portions (bsf2), but the number may vary depending on the embodiment.

[0036] The cover case (cc2) is combined with the bottom case (bc2) to isolate the eccentric mass (em2) from one side of the base band, and together with the second receiving portion (thb2), can form a free rotation space for the eccentric mass (em2). That is, the receiving portion (chb2) of the cover case (cc2) is matched with the second receiving portion (thb2) to form a free rotation space that does not interfere with the rotation of the eccentric mass (em2). In addition, the receiving portion (chb2) of the cover case (cc2) also serves to isolate the eccentric mass (em2) from one side of the base band. Therefore, even if the base band is made of flexible fabric or rubber material, the eccentric mass (em2) can rotate reliably without fear of hitting the base band.

[0037] The top case (tc2) is positioned on the other side of the base band, and the bottom case (bc2) is secured to the base band.

[0038] The male connecting part (tm2) of the top case (tc2) penetrates the base band and is coupled to the female connecting part (bf2) of the bottom case, thereby allowing the actuator (ac2) and the actuator case (2) to be fixed to the base band. At this time, the base band may include an opening shaped to allow the male connecting part (tm2) to pass through. According to the embodiment, the area of ​​the top case (tc2) in contact with the other side of the base band may correspond to the area of ​​the bottom case (bc2) in contact with one side of the base band. In this case, since there is relatively sufficient space for the male connecting part (tm2) to be positioned, the male connecting part (tm2) and the female connecting part (bf2) are formed in four pairs in this embodiment. Therefore, even if the actuator (ac2) vibrates more strongly, it can withstand it. According to the present embodiment, when the area of ​​the top case (tc2) corresponds to the area of ​​the bottom case (bc2), sufficient vibration force is transmitted even to the back of a relatively less sensitive user, so there is an advantage that the user can feel the vibration more clearly. In addition, in the present embodiment, by configuring the corner of one side of the top case (tc2) to be rounded, a more comfortable feeling can be provided to the user.

[0039] The bottom case (bc2) may include a protrusion (bm2), and the top case (tc2) may include a recess (tf2). As the protrusion (bm2) of the bottom case (bc2) presses against the base band and fits into the recess (tf2), the actuator (ac2) and the actuator case (2) can be more firmly fixed to the base band. In this embodiment, since the surface area of ​​the top case (tc2) is relatively sufficient, six pairs of protrusions (bm2) and recesses (tf2) are formed accordingly to provide sufficient support.

[0040] FIGS. 4 and FIGS. 5 are drawings for explaining an actuator case according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, an actuator case (3) according to another embodiment of the present invention includes a bottom case (bc3), a cover case (cc3), and a top case (tc3).

[0042] The positional relationship of the bottom case (bc3), cover case (cc3), and top case (tc3) can be determined based on the base band. The base band can be located between the cover case (cc3) and the top case (tc3).

[0043] The actuator (ac3) is located on one side of the base band and includes a driving unit (mb3) and an eccentric mass (em3). The driving unit (mb3) and the eccentric mass (em3) can be rotatably connected via a shaft. The actuator (ac3) may be an ERM motor. The actuator (ac3) can generate vibrations as the eccentric mass (em3), which is rotated by the driving unit (mb3), acts as an unbalanced vibrator. The actuator (ac3) may be a cylindrical vibration motor with a cylinder diameter of approximately 6 mm and an overall height of approximately 17 mm. While a coin-shaped motor generates horizontal vibrations by having the vibrator rotate horizontally, the actuator (ac3) of this embodiment can generate vertical vibrations.

[0044] The bottom case (bc3) is located on one side of the base band and includes a first receiving portion (tha3) for accommodating a driving portion (mb3) and a second receiving portion (thb3) for accommodating an eccentric mass (em3). That is, the bottom case (bc3) can accommodate all or part of the actuator (ac3), excluding the wiring. According to an embodiment, if the bottom case (bc3) accommodates only a part of the actuator (ac3), the remaining part of the actuator (ac3) can be accommodated by the cover case (cc3) described later.

[0045] The cover case (cc3) is located on one side of the base band and is coupled with the bottom case (bc2) to bring the driving unit (mb3) into close contact with the first receiving part (tha3).

[0046] Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, a cover case (cc3) can be coupled with a bottom case (bc3) while covering an actuator (ac3). As the male connecting portion (cm3) of the cover case (cc3) is fitted with the female connecting portion (bsf3) of the bottom case (bc3), the cover case (cc3) can be firmly fixed to the bottom case (bc3). In particular, a first receiving portion (tha3) and a receiving portion (cha3) can be formed so that the driving portion (mb3) of the actuator (ac3) is firmly fixed. The male connecting portion (cm3) of the cover case (cc3) can protrude parallel to the surface where the cover case (cc3) contacts the base band. In this embodiment, there are four pairs of male connecting portions (cm3) and female connecting portions (bsf3), but the number may vary depending on the embodiment.

[0047] In this embodiment, unlike the embodiments of FIGS. 2 and 3, a spacer (ar3) may be further included that covers at least a portion of the driving unit (mb3) and is interposed between the driving unit (mb3) and the first receiving unit (tha3). For example, the spacer (ar3) may be in the form of a cylinder that surrounds the outer surface of the driving unit (mb3). In this case, the spacer (ar3) can separate the driving unit (mb3), the first receiving unit (tha3), and the receiving unit (cha3) from each other. The spacer (ar3) may be composed of a flexible material such as rubber, silicone, polyurethane, or sponge. A gap may occur between the driving unit (mb3), the first receiving unit (tha3), and the receiving unit (cha3) depending on process variation, and the spacer (ar3) prevents noise that may occur due to such process variation. In addition, the spacing member (ar3) can prevent noise that may occur inside the actuator (ac3) because the load that each actuator (ac3) must vibrate is not constant.

[0048] The cover case (cc3) is combined with the bottom case (bc3) to isolate the eccentric mass (em3) from one side of the base band, and together with the second receiving portion (thb3), can form a free rotation space for the eccentric mass (em3). That is, the receiving portion (chb3) of the cover case (cc3) is matched with the second receiving portion (thb3) to form a free rotation space that does not interfere with the rotation of the eccentric mass (em3). In addition, the receiving portion (chb3) of the cover case (cc3) also serves to isolate the eccentric mass (em3) from one side of the base band. Therefore, even if the base band is made of flexible fabric or rubber material, the eccentric mass (em3) can rotate reliably without fear of hitting the base band.

[0049] The top case (tc3) is positioned on the other side of the base band, and the bottom case (bc3) is secured to the base band.

[0050] The male connecting part (tm3) of the top case (tc3) penetrates the base band and is coupled to the female connecting part (bf3) of the bottom case (bc3), thereby allowing the actuator (ac3) and the actuator case (3) to be fixed to the base band. At this time, the base band may include an opening shaped to allow the male connecting part (tm3) to pass through. According to the embodiment, the area of ​​the lower surface of the top case (tc3) that is in contact with the other side of the base band may correspond to the area of ​​the bottom case (bc3) that is in contact with one side of the base band. In this case, since there is relatively sufficient space for the male connecting part (tm3) to be positioned, the male connecting part (tm3) and the female connecting part (bf3) are formed in four pairs in this embodiment. Therefore, even if the actuator (ac3) vibrates more strongly, it can withstand it. In addition, compared to the upper surface (tts2) of the top case (tc2) of FIG. 3, the upper surface (tts3) of the top case (tc3) of FIG. 16 has a narrower surface area, thereby enabling the transmission of locally concentrated vibrational force to the user's body. For example, the top case (tc3) may have the shape of a truncated cone.

[0051] The bottom case (bc3) may include a protrusion (bm3), and the top case (tc3) may include a recess (tf3). As the protrusion (bm3) of the bottom case (bc3) presses against the base band and fits into the recess (tf3), the actuator (ac3) and the actuator case (3) can be more firmly fixed to the base band. In this embodiment, since the surface area of ​​the lower surface of the top case (tc3) is relatively sufficient, six pairs of protrusions (bm3) and recesses (tf3) are formed accordingly to provide sufficient support.

[0052] Figure 6 is a diagram illustrating the case where the front panels of a tactile stimulation providing device are opened.

[0053] Referring to FIG. 6, the tactile stimulation providing device (24) may include a first inner skin (lip4), a second inner skin (rip4), and a third inner skin (bip4).

[0054] The first to third inner layers (lip4, rip4, bip4) may be made of a waterproof material or may be made of a material with good moisture absorption and breathability, such as mesh.

[0055] The first inner lining (lip4) may be located on the rear side of the first front panel (lp4). The first inner lining (lip4) may be detachably attached to the rear side of the first front panel (lp4) through a detachable member.

[0056] The second inner liner (rip4) may be located on the rear of the second front panel (rp4). The second inner liner (rip4) may be attached to the rear of the second front panel (rp4) via a detachable member.

[0057] The third inner layer (bip4) can be located on the front of the rear panel (bp4). The third inner layer (bip4) can be attached to the front of the rear panel (bp4) via a detachable member.

[0058] By replacing or washing the first to third inner layers (lip4, rip4, bip4), multiple users can use the tactile stimulation providing device (24) without discomfort.

[0059] Figure 7 is a drawing to explain the case where the inner layers are removed from the state of Figure 6.

[0060] Referring to FIG. 7, a plurality of top cases (tcl4) may be arranged on the other side of the first base band (lbb4) of the first front panel (lp4). Additionally, a plurality of top cases (tcr4) may be arranged on the other side of the second base band (rbb4) of the second front panel (rp4). Additionally, a plurality of top cases (tcb4) may be arranged on the other side of the third base band (bbb4) of the rear panel (bp4).

[0061] Figure 8 is a drawing for explaining one side of the base band separated in the state of Figure 7.

[0062] Referring to FIG. 8, for ease of explanation, the base bands (lbb4, rbb4, bbb4) are separated from the tactile stimulation providing device (24), and sides of the base bands (lbb4, rbb4, bbb4) are shown.

[0063] The first actuators can be covered by arranging the first bottom cases (bcl4) on one side of the first base band (lbb4). The second actuators can be covered by arranging the second bottom cases (bcr4) on one side of the second base band (rbb4). The third actuators can be covered by arranging the third bottom cases (bcb4) on one side of the third base band (bbb4).

[0064] Multiple cover cases (not shown) may be located between multiple top cases (tcl4, tcr4, tcb4) and multiple bottom cases (bcl4, bcr4, bcb4). Multiple actuators (not shown) may be located between the multiple cover cases and the multiple bottom cases (bcl4, bcr4, bcb4).

[0065] Each actuator may require at least two or three channels (i.e., wiring) to receive ground voltage, driving voltage, control signals, etc. However, when multiple actuators used in a haptic stimulation device are each connected to a controller, the number of wires becomes excessive, and the wires can be easily damaged. Although rigid wiring covers may be inserted to prevent damage to the wires, users may find this inconvenient.

[0066] Accordingly, in this embodiment, a plurality of actuators are grouped, and one group of actuators is electrically connected to a sub FPCB board (sfpcb4) through wiring (sw4), and each sub FPCB board (sfpcb4) can be electrically connected to a corresponding sub PCB board (spcb4). The sub PCB board (spcb4) can be connected to a controller through wiring. The sub PCB board (spcb4) can communicate with the controller via wired communication through methods such as RS232, USB, I2C, and SPI. In addition, the sub PCB board (spcb4) can communicate with the controller wirelessly through methods such as Bluetooth, WIFI, and Zigbee. Therefore, according to this embodiment, even if a large number of actuators are used, the wiring structure can be simplified.

[0067] Figure 9 is a drawing for explaining the recess of the front panel.

[0068] Referring to FIG. 9, the first front panel (lp4) may include a first recess (acm4) formed lengthwise along one side (lp4s1). The length of the first recess (acm4) may be substantially the same as the length of one side (lp4s1) of the first front panel (lp4).

[0069] The first detachable member (uv14) may be located on the inner upper surface of the first recess (acm4). The second detachable member (uv24) may be located on the inner lower surface of the first recess (acm4). The length of the first detachable member (uv14) may be substantially the same as the length of the second detachable member (uv24). Additionally, the length of each of the first and second detachable members (uv14, uv24) may be substantially the same as the length of one side (lp4s1) of the first front panel (lp4).

[0070] For example, the first detachable member (uv14) and the second detachable member (uv24) may be a detachable member of type A. In this embodiment, the detachable member may be of either type A or type B. Type A and type B are detachable from each other. However, type A and type A may not be detachable from each other. Similarly, type B and type B may not be detachable from each other. Any form of detachable member having such a type may be used as the detachable member of this embodiment. Such detachable members may include, for example, Velcro, magnets, electromagnets, snap buttons, etc. In the drawings of the embodiments below, the detachable member is illustrated assuming that it is Velcro.

[0071] In this embodiment, the first detachable member (uv14) and the second detachable member (uv24) are not detachable from each other, so that one side of the locking member described later can be easily inserted into the first recess (acm4).

[0072] Although not illustrated, the above description may apply equally to the second recess of the second front panel (rp4). For example, the second front panel (rp4) may include a second recess formed lengthwise along one side (rp4s1). A third detachable member may be located on the inner upper surface of the second recess. A fourth detachable member may be located on the inner lower surface of the second recess. The third detachable member and the fourth detachable member may not be detachable from each other.

[0073] FIGS. 10 and FIGS. 11 are drawings for illustrating a replaceable locking member according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a front view of a locking member (zp4), and FIG. 11 is a rear view of a locking member (zp4).

[0074] For example, the locking member (zp4) may be a replaceable zipper. Since the zipper requires a small surface area, the front panels (lp4, rp4) can accommodate many actuators, which has the advantage of enabling more realistic and rich tactile stimulation. In addition, a clean finish is possible in terms of appearance, so it is adopted as a locking mechanism in many garments.

[0075] Conventional zippers have the disadvantage of being durable and difficult to replace. They can easily break if the user fastens them incorrectly or pulls them in the wrong direction with excessive force. In particular, they can easily break if pulled with excessive force when the user has a protruding belly or bends over to create curves. Previously, replacing a broken zipper involved the difficulty of unraveling the stitching, separating the zipper, and re-sewing it. Furthermore, this process leaves needle marks on the exterior, and weakens the durability of the connection between the zipper and other parts of the stitching, making the zipper more prone to separating from the seam. Using buttons instead of zippers can result in longer wearing times and make it difficult to remove. Using buckles instead of zippers presents disadvantages in terms of appearance and haptic feedback because the buckle occupies too much surface area.

[0076] The locking member (zp4) may include a slider (sld4) which is a basic zipper configuration, a tooth (tth14) on one side, a tape (tp14) on one side that secures the tooth (tth14), a tooth (tth24) on the other side, and a tape (tp24) on the other side that secures the tooth (tth24).

[0077] According to the present embodiment, the locking member (zp4) may be configured such that one side is insertable into the first recess (acm4) and the other side is insertable into the second recess. According to one embodiment, the locking member (zp4) may further include detachable members (zv14, zv24, zv34, zv44).

[0078] The fifth detachable member (zv14) is located on the upper surface of one side of the locking member (zp4) and may be detachable from the first detachable member (uv14). The fifth detachable member (zv14) may be a type B detachable member. The fifth detachable member (zv14) may be sewn to the upper surface of the tape (tp14). The length of the fifth detachable member (zv14) may be substantially the same as the length of the tape (tp14).

[0079] The sixth detachable member (zv34) is located on the lower surface of one side of the locking member (zp4) and may be detachable from the second detachable member (uv24). The sixth detachable member (zv34) may be a type B detachable member. The sixth detachable member (zv34) may be sewn to the lower surface of the tape (tp14). The length of the sixth detachable member (zv34) may be substantially the same as the length of the tape (tp14).

[0080] The seventh detachable member (zv24) is located on the upper surface of the other side of the locking member (zp4) and may be detachable from the third detachable member. The seventh detachable member (zv24) may be a detachable member of type B. The seventh detachable member (zv24) may be sewn to the upper surface of the tape (tp24). The length of the seventh detachable member (zv24) may be substantially the same as the length of the tape (tp24).

[0081] The eighth detachable member (zv44) is located on the lower surface of the other side of the locking member (zp4) and may be detachable from the fourth detachable member. The eighth detachable member (zv44) may be a type B detachable member. The eighth detachable member (zv44) may be sewn to the lower surface of the tape (tp24). The length of the eighth detachable member (zv44) may be substantially the same as the length of the tape (tp24).

[0082] FIGS. 12 and FIGS. 13 are drawings illustrating the state in which a locking member is mounted in the recess of the front panel.

[0083] Referring to FIG. 12, an exemplary state in which the second detachable member (uv24) and the sixth detachable member (zv34) are attached is illustrated. By further attaching the first detachable member (uv14) and the fifth detachable member (zv14), the locking member (zp4) and the first recess (acm4) can be fully joined.

[0084] Referring to FIG. 13, an exemplary state is illustrated in which the detachable members (zv14, zv24, zv34, zv44) of the locking member (zp4) are attached to the first to fourth detachable members of the first recess (acm4) and the second recess. Thus, one side (lp4s1) of the first front panel (lp4) and one side (rp4s1) of the second front panel (rp4) can be joined to each other through the locking member (zp4).

[0085] According to the present embodiment, there is an advantage in that the locking member (zp4), which is prone to failure, can be easily replaced, and the user can easily select the desired color / type of locking member (zp4).

[0086] Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 14 and 15, a first shoulder strap (lss4), a first protruding strap (lsl4), a second shoulder strap (rss4), and a second protruding strap (rsl4) will be described. The first shoulder strap (lss4) can connect the first front panel (lp4) and the rear panel (bp4). One end of the first protruding strap (lsl4) can be sewn to a part of the first shoulder strap (lss4). The second shoulder strap (rss4) can connect the second front panel (rp4) and the rear panel (bp4). One end of the second protruding strap (rsl4) can be sewn to a part of the second shoulder strap (rss4).

[0087] In addition, waist assemblies (lws1, lws2, rws1, rws2) are described below with reference to FIGS. 16 and 17. The first waist assembly (lws1) can connect one side of the rear panel (bp4) to the other side (lp4s2) of the first front panel (lp4). The second waist assembly (rws1) can connect the other side of the rear panel (bp4) to the other side (rp4s2) of the second front panel (rp4). According to an embodiment, the third waist assembly (lws2) can connect one side of the rear panel (bp4) to the other side (lp4s2) of the first front panel (lp4). According to an embodiment, the fourth waist assembly (rws2) can connect the other side of the rear panel (bp4) to the other side (rp4s2) of the second front panel (rp4).

[0088] FIGS. 14 and 15 are drawings for illustrating a shoulder strap, a cover layer, and a shoulder adjuster according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0089] The second cover layer (wcm4) can cover a portion of the second shoulder strap (rss4). In this case, the second cover layer (wcm4) may be made of a softer material than the second shoulder strap (rss4). For example, the second cover layer (wcm4) may be made of a thin fabric such as mesh.

[0090] The second wiring (wr4) extends between the second shoulder strap (rss4) and the second cover layer (wcm4) and may be electrically connected to at least one of the second actuators or the third actuators. For example, if the controller of the first to third actuators is located on the rear panel (bp4), the second wiring (wr4) may electrically connect the controller to the second actuators on the second front panel (rp4). Meanwhile, if the controller of the first to third actuators is located on the second front panel (rp4), the second wiring (wr4) may electrically connect the controller to the third actuators on the rear panel (bp4).

[0091] The fifth shoulder adjuster (sm11) may be positioned on the second shoulder strap (rss4). The sixth shoulder adjuster (sf11) may be positioned on the second protruding strap (rsl4) on the second shoulder strap (rss4). The fifth shoulder adjuster (sm11) and the sixth shoulder adjuster (sf11) may be detachable from each other. For example, the sixth shoulder adjuster (sf11) and the fifth shoulder adjuster (sm11) may correspond to the male and female of a snap button, respectively. The fifth and sixth shoulder adjusters (sm11, sf11) may be spaced apart with the second cover layer (wcm4) in between. According to an embodiment, the seventh shoulder adjuster (sm12) and the eighth shoulder adjuster (sf12) may be configured similarly to the fifth shoulder adjuster (sm11) and the sixth shoulder adjuster (sf11), respectively.

[0092] Referring to FIG. 15, the fifth shoulder adjuster (sm11) and the sixth shoulder adjuster (sf11) are shown connected to each other.

[0093] In the case of a user with a small physique, the user can attach the tactile stimulation providing device (24) more closely to the body by fastening the fifth shoulder adjuster (sm11) and the sixth shoulder adjuster (sf11). At this time, if the second shoulder strap (rss4) and the second wiring (wr4) are fixed to each other, the second wiring (wr4) may bend as the second shoulder strap (rss4) bends, and there is a risk of damage to the second wiring (wr4). However, in this embodiment, the second wiring (wr4) can move freely so that the force is distributed in the clearance space between the second shoulder strap (rss4) and the second cover layer (wcm4), so there is an advantage that the risk of damage to the second wiring (wr4) is reduced.

[0094] In addition, the second protruding strap (rsl4) covers the fastening state of the fifth shoulder adjuster (sm11) and the sixth shoulder adjuster (sf11), thereby improving the aesthetics of the tactile stimulation providing device (24).

[0095] FIGS. 14 and 15 are illustrated based on the second shoulder strap (rss4), but since the same structure can be applied based on the first shoulder strap (lss4), redundant descriptions of the first shoulder strap (lss4), the first protruding strap (lsl4), the first cover layer, the first wiring, and the first to fourth shoulder adjusters are omitted.

[0096] FIGS. 16 and FIGS. 17 are drawings for illustrating a waist assembly according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0097] The first waist assembly (lws1) may include a first waist adjuster (ladj1), a first front strap (lwt11), and a first rear strap (lwt12). For example, the first waist adjuster (ladj1) may be a web adjuster.

[0098] One end of the first front strap (lwt11) is connected to the other side (lp4s2) of the first front panel (lp4), and the other end can be fixed to the first waist adjuster (ladj1). One end of the first rear strap (lwt12) is connected to one side (bp4s1) of the rear panel (bp4), and the other end can be fixed to the first waist adjuster (ladj1).

[0099] At this time, the first rear strap (lwt12) may have higher elasticity than the first front strap (lwt11). For example, the first front strap (lwt11) may be composed of a webbing strap, and the first rear strap (lwt22) may be composed of an elastic band. Referring to FIG. 17, when a user pulls the first front strap (lwt11) to bring the tactile stimulation providing device (24) close to the user's body, the first rear strap (lwt22) stretches, thereby allowing the first waist adjuster (ladj1) to be positioned closer to the first front panel (lp4) than to the rear panel (bp4). Therefore, there is an advantage that the user can adjust the first waist adjuster (ladj1) more conveniently.

[0100] Since this description can be equally applied to the third waist assembly (lws2), the third front strap (lwt21), the third waist adjuster (ladj2), and the third rear strap (lwt22), redundant descriptions are omitted.

[0101] Additionally, since this description applies equally to the second waist assembly (rws1), the second front strap, the second waist adjuster, and the second rear strap, redundant descriptions are omitted. Additionally, since this description applies equally to the fourth waist assembly (rws2), the fourth front strap, the fourth waist adjuster, and the fourth rear strap, redundant descriptions are omitted.

[0102] The drawings and detailed description of the invention referenced so far are merely exemplary of the invention and are used only for the purpose of explaining the invention, not to limit the meaning or the scope of the invention as defined in the claims. Therefore, those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications and equivalent alternative embodiments are possible therefrom. Accordingly, the true technical scope of protection of the invention should be determined by the technical spirit of the appended claims. Explanation of the symbols

[0103] 24: Tactile stimulation device lp4: 1st front panel rp4: Second front panel bp4: Rear panel

Claims

Claim 1 A tactile stimulation providing device in the form of a vest, comprising: a first front panel including first actuators arranged between one side and the other side; a second front panel including second actuators arranged between one side and the other side; and a rear panel connected to the first front panel and the second front panel, wherein the first front panel further includes a first recess formed elongated along one side, and the second front panel further includes a second recess formed elongated along one side, and further includes a first detachable member located on the inner upper surface of the first recess; and a second detachable member located on the inner lower surface of the first recess, wherein the first detachable member and the second detachable member do not overlap with the first actuators. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 1, wherein the first detachable member and the second detachable member are not detachable from each other. Claim 4 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 1, further comprising: a third detachable member located on the inner upper surface of the second recess; and a fourth detachable member located on the inner lower surface of the second recess. Claim 5 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 4, wherein the third detachable member and the fourth detachable member are not detachable from each other. Claim 6 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 4, further comprising a locking member, one side of which is insertable into the first recess and the other side of which is insertable into the second recess. Claim 7 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 6, wherein the locking member comprises: a fifth detachable member located on the upper surface of one side and detachable with the first detachable member; a sixth detachable member located on the lower surface of one side and detachable with the second detachable member; a seventh detachable member located on the upper surface of the other side and detachable with the third detachable member; and an eighth detachable member located on the lower surface of the other side and detachable with the fourth detachable member. Claim 8 A tactile stimulation providing device in the form of a vest, comprising: a first front panel including first actuators arranged between one side and the other side; a second front panel including second actuators arranged between one side and the other side; and a rear panel including third actuators and connected to the first front panel and the second front panel, wherein the first front panel further includes a first recess formed elongated along one side, and the second front panel further includes a second recess formed elongated along one side, and a first shoulder strap connecting the first front panel and the rear panel; and further including a first cover layer covering a portion of the first shoulder strap, wherein the first cover layer is made of a softer material than the first shoulder strap. Claim 9 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 8, further comprising a first wiring extending between the first shoulder strap and the first cover layer and electrically connected to at least one of the first actuators or the third actuators. Claim 10 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 8, further comprising a first shoulder adjuster and a second shoulder adjuster located on the first shoulder strap and detachably thereof from each other, wherein the first and second shoulder adjusters are spaced apart with the first cover layer in between. Claim 11 delete Claim 12 A vest-shaped tactile stimulation providing device comprising: a first front panel including first actuators arranged between one side and the other side; a second front panel including second actuators arranged between one side and the other side; and a rear panel connected to the first front panel and the second front panel, wherein the first front panel further includes a first recess formed elongated along one side, and the second front panel further includes a second recess formed elongated along one side; a first waist assembly connecting one side of the rear panel and the other side of the first front panel; and a second waist assembly connecting the other side of the rear panel and the other side of the second front panel, wherein the first waist assembly comprises: a first waist adjuster; and a first front strap having one end connected to the other side of the first front panel and the other end fixed to the first waist adjuster. A tactile stimulation providing device comprising a first rear strap, one end of which is connected to one side of the rear panel and the other end of which is fixed to the first waist adjuster, wherein the first rear strap has higher elasticity than the first front strap. Claim 13 A tactile stimulation providing device according to claim 12, wherein the first front strap comprises a webbing strap and the first rear strap comprises an elastic band.

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