Replaceable cartridge and nebulizing device comprising same

Abstract

The present invention relates to a replaceable cartridge and a nebulizing device comprising a device body provided such that the replaceable cartridge can be coupled, the replaceable cartridge comprising: a cartridge body having, therein, an accommodation space in which a liquid is accommodated, an inflow space in which a front end portion of a vibrating horn entering therein from the outside is disposed and of which one end is connected to the accommodation space so that the liquid flows therein, and a flow space connected to the inflow space so as to provide a path through which the dispersed liquid moves to the outside according to the vibration of the vibrating horn; and a cap member which blocks an insertion hole penetrating one end of the cartridge body adjacent to the inflow space, so that the front end portion of the vibrating horn can be fit-inserted, and which permits the front end portion of the vibrating horn to pass through the insertion hole only if a pressure greater than or equal to a permitted pressure is applied, and the nebulizing device, which does not require periodic cleaning and has improved ease of use, can be provided.

Description

Replaceable cartridge and nebulizing device including the same

[0001] The present invention relates to a replaceable cartridge that is replaceably mounted on a nebulizing device and a nebulizing device including such a replaceable cartridge.

[0002] A nebulizing device is a device that transforms a liquid into a mist that can be inhaled through the mouth or nose, providing beneficial effects on the respiratory system. Nebulizing devices are known to be effective in promoting respiratory self-purification and are particularly effective for patients suffering from respiratory diseases, including asthma.

[0003] Previously developed nebulizing devices are not only bulky and difficult to carry, but also require periodic cleaning of the mesh portion that disperses the liquid, the mouthpiece, or the mask through which the mist is dispensed, thus reducing ease of use. Furthermore, nebulizing devices face significant limitations in their ability to fully utilize various functionalities due to their mechanical structural limitations.

[0004] One aspect of the present invention is to provide a replaceable cartridge for a nebulizing device that is mounted so as to be replaceable and eliminates the need for periodic cleaning.

[0005] Another aspect of the present invention is to provide a nebulizing device that not only improves portability through miniaturization, but also improves ease of use and functionality by applying a replaceable cartridge.

[0006] Another aspect of the present invention is to provide a replaceable cartridge for a nebulizing device having improved functionality by containing an inhalable substance together with a liquid dispersed in a space distinct from a space where the liquid is contained, and a nebulizing device using the cartridge.

[0007] The objectives of the present invention are not limited to the above-described scope. Those skilled in the art will readily understand the additional objectives of the present invention from the overall content of this specification.

[0008] A replaceable cartridge according to one aspect of the present invention may include a cartridge body having an interior formed with a receiving space for receiving liquid, an inlet space in which a tip of a vibrating horn introduced from the outside is disposed and one end of the receiving space is connected to the receiving space so that the liquid can be introduced, and a flow space connected to the inlet space and providing a path for the liquid dispersed as the vibrating horn vibrates to move to the outside; and a cap member configured to block an insertion hole formed through one end of the cartridge body adjacent to the inlet space so that the tip of the vibrating horn can be inserted, and allowing the tip of the vibrating horn to pass through the insertion hole only when a pressure greater than an allowable pressure is applied.

[0009] The above-mentioned receiving space and the above-mentioned fluid space can be separated from each other by a partition wall provided inside the cartridge body.

[0010] Based on the direction of movement of the dispersed liquid, the flow space may be formed on the upper side of the inflow space, and the receiving space may be formed on the outside of the flow space and the inflow space.

[0011] The above-mentioned accommodation space includes a first accommodation space and a second accommodation space that are separated from each other, and the first accommodation space and the second accommodation space may be provided in a symmetrical shape on both side ends of the flow space and the inflow space, respectively.

[0012] The above cartridge body further includes a partition member that divides the flow space and the inflow space, and a distribution hole through which the dispersed liquid can move can be formed through the partition member.

[0013] The above-mentioned dividing member may be provided in an arch shape that is curved toward the upper side.

[0014] The above fluid space may have a shape in which the cross-section gradually widens toward the upper side, and the above receiving space may have a shape in which the cross-section gradually narrows toward the upper side.

[0015] The above replaceable cartridge may further include an auxiliary housing having an internal space on the inside and being arranged on the outside of the cartridge body, an internal opening connecting the fluid space and the internal space, and an external opening connecting the outside and the internal space.

[0016] The above auxiliary housing may be provided between the first accommodation space and the second accommodation space.

[0017] The inner opening may be formed on the upper side compared to the outer opening.

[0018] A solid odorant can be accommodated in the above internal space.

[0019] A nebulizing device according to another aspect of the present invention may include a cartridge; and a device body provided with a power supply source, a control unit, a status display unit, and a vibration horn, and provided so that the cartridge can be coupled.

[0020] The device body has a recessed fastening space formed into which the cartridge is inserted and fastened, a fixing protrusion protruding outward is formed on the lower part of the body of the cartridge, and a fixing groove having a shape corresponding to the fixing protrusion is recessed and formed on one surface of the device body forming the fastening space, and the cartridge can be fastened to the device body by the fixing protrusion being seated in the fixing groove.

[0021] The above device body is provided with a male screw portion arranged on the outside of the vibration horn, and the cartridge body is provided with a female screw portion on the insertion hole side, and the male screw portion and the female screw portion are screw-connected so that the cartridge can be fixed to the device body.

[0022] An information transmission means capable of transmitting information of the cartridge to the outside is provided at one end of the cartridge, and an information receiving means capable of receiving information from the information transmission means is provided at one end of the device body opposite to the information transmission means, and the control unit can adjust the vibration amount of the vibration horn based on the information received by the information transmission means.

[0023] According to one aspect of the present invention, a replaceable cartridge for a nebulizing device may be provided that is replaceably mounted and eliminates the need for periodic cleaning.

[0024] According to another aspect of the present invention, a nebulizing device can be provided that not only improves portability through miniaturization, but also improves ease of use by applying a replaceable cartridge.

[0025] According to another aspect of the present invention, a replaceable cartridge for a nebulizing device and a nebulizing device including the same can be provided, which improves functionality by containing an inhalable substance together with a liquid dispersed in a space distinct from a space where the liquid is contained.

[0026] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the above-described matters, and may include matters that can be reasonably inferred from the following description by a person of ordinary skill in the technical field to which the invention pertains.

[0027] FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view schematically illustrating a nebulizing device according to one aspect of the present invention.

[0028] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view schematically illustrating a replaceable cartridge according to one aspect of the present invention.

[0029] FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view showing the appearance of a replaceable cartridge before a vibrating horn is fitted thereto according to one aspect of the present invention.

[0030] FIG. 4 is a partial cross-sectional view showing a vibration horn fitted into a replaceable cartridge according to one aspect of the present invention.

[0031] FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing a vibration horn fitted into a replaceable cartridge according to one aspect of the present invention.

[0032] FIG. 6 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a nebulizing device according to one aspect of the present invention spraying a liquid dispersed by vibration.

[0033] FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view schematically illustrating a nebulizing device according to another aspect of the present invention.

[0034] Fig. 8 is a partial cross-sectional view showing the appearance of a replaceable cartridge before a vibrating horn is fitted thereto according to another aspect of the present invention.

[0035] Fig. 9 is a partial cross-sectional view showing a vibration horn fitted into a replaceable cartridge according to another aspect of the present invention.

[0036] FIG. 10 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a nebulizing device according to another aspect of the present invention spraying a liquid dispersed by vibration.

[0037] FIG. 11 is an exploded perspective view schematically illustrating a nebulizing device according to another aspect of the present invention.

[0038] FIG. 12 is an exploded perspective view schematically illustrating a replaceable cartridge according to another aspect of the present invention.

[0039] Fig. 13 is a partial cross-sectional view (A-A') showing the appearance of a replaceable cartridge before a vibrating horn is fitted according to another aspect of the present invention.

[0040] Fig. 14 is a partial cross-sectional view (A-A') showing a modified example of a replaceable cartridge according to the present invention before a vibrating horn is fitted.

[0041] FIG. 15 is a partial cross-sectional view (A-A') showing a vibration horn fitted into a replaceable cartridge according to another aspect of the present invention.

[0042] FIG. 16 is a partial cross-sectional view (A-A') illustrating a nebulizing device according to another aspect of the present invention spraying a liquid dispersed by vibration.

[0043] FIG. 17 is a partial cross-sectional view (B-B') illustrating a nebulizing device according to another aspect of the present invention spraying a vaporized gas from a liquid and solid odorant dispersed by vibration.

[0044] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of a replaceable cartridge and a nebulizing device including the same according to one aspect of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The embodiments of the present invention may be modified in various ways, and the scope of the present invention should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments described below. These embodiments are provided to explain the present invention in more detail to those skilled in the art. Accordingly, the shapes of each element shown in the drawings may be emphasized or exaggerated for clearer explanation.

[0045]

[0046] Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 1 to 6, a replaceable cartridge according to one aspect of the present invention and a nebulizing device including the same will be described in more detail.

[0047]

[0048] As illustrated in FIG. 1, a nebulizing device (100) according to one aspect of the present invention may include a device body (130), a cartridge (110) provided to be attached to the device body (130), and a cover (140) coupled to the device body (130) to protect the cartridge (110) from the outside.

[0049]

[0050] A power supply source and a control unit, etc. may be mounted inside the device body (130), and a switch (138) for controlling the operation of the nebulizing device (100) and a status display unit (not shown) for displaying the operating status of the nebulizing device (100) may be provided on the outside of the device body (130). A fastening space (132) having a shape corresponding to a cartridge (110) may be recessed into one end of the device body (130), and the cartridge (110) may be inserted into the fastening space (132) and coupled to the device body (130). A vibrating horn (135) may be provided on the lower side of the fastening space (132), and when the device body (130) and the cartridge (110) are coupled, the tip of the vibrating horn (135) may be inserted into the inside of the cartridge (110). The vibration horn (135) may be provided so as to be capable of self-vibration when energized, and may also be provided in a form in which a separate vibration source is added. A fixing projection (117) protruding toward the outside may be provided at one end of the cartridge (110), and a fixing groove (134) having a shape corresponding to the fixing projection (117) may be recessed into one surface of the device body (130) forming the fastening space (132), and the cartridge (110) may be fixed to the device body (130) by the fixing projection (117) being seated in the fixing groove (134). Meanwhile, the present invention may include a case in which a fixing groove is formed in the cartridge (110) and a fixing projection is formed on one surface of the device body (130), and a person skilled in the art can apply various modifications to the method of combining these configurations without any special technical difficulty. A cover fixing projection (136) is provided on the outer side of the device body (130), and a cover fixing groove (not shown) having a shape corresponding to the cover fixing projection (136) can be formed recessed on the inner side of the cover (140), and the cover (140) can be coupled to the device body (130) by the cover fixing projection (136) being seated in the cover fixing groove.Meanwhile, the present invention may include a case where a cover fixing groove is formed in the device body (130) and a cover fixing protrusion is formed on one end of the inner side of the cover (140), and a person skilled in the art can apply various modifications to the method of combining these configurations without any special technical difficulties. The user can hold the cartridge (110) or cover (140) to combine the cartridge (110) or cover (140) with the device body (130), or separate the cartridge (110) or cover (140) from the device body (130).

[0051]

[0052] As illustrated in FIGS. 2 to 6, a cartridge (110) according to one aspect of the present invention may include a cartridge body (111) divided into an upper cartridge body (111a) and a lower cartridge body (112b). A receiving space (114), an inflow space (115), and a flow space (113) may be formed separately inside the cartridge body (111). The flow space (113) may be formed to extend in the vertical direction from the center side of the cartridge body (111), and the inflow space (115) may be formed to be located on the lower side of the flow space (113). The receiving space (114) may be divided into a first receiving space (114a) and a second receiving space (114b) having mutually symmetrical shapes and may be arranged spaced apart from each other on both side ends of the inflow space (115) and the flow space (113). The receiving space (114) and the flow space (113) can be separated from each other by a partition wall (112) arranged inside the cartridge body (114). The flow space (113) can be provided in a shape in which the cross-section increases toward the top, and the receiving space (114) can be provided in a shape in which the cross-section decreases toward the top.

[0053]

[0054] A liquid to be delivered to the respiratory system of the human body can be accommodated in the receiving space (114). In the present invention, the type and composition of the liquid are not particularly limited, and various liquids that can be applied for the purpose of protecting, managing, and treating the human respiratory system can be applied without limitation in type and composition. Since the receiving space (114) is provided to be connected to the inflow space (115), the liquid accommodated in the receiving space (114) can be introduced into the inflow space (115). Specifically, one lower end of the first receiving space (114a) and one lower end of the second receiving space (114b) are provided to be connected to both side ends of the inflow space (115), respectively, and the liquid accommodated in the first receiving space (114a) and the second receiving space (114b) can be introduced into the inflow space (115) by their own weight.

[0055]

[0056] A dividing member (122) may be arranged between the inflow space (115) and the flow space (113), and the inflow space (115) and the flow space (113) may be separated from each other by the dividing member (122). A dispersion hole (122a) may be formed penetrating the dividing member (122) in the vertical direction, and the liquid dispersed by the vibration of the vibrating horn (135) may be introduced into the flow space (113) through the dispersion hole (122a). Although one dispersion hole (122a) formed in the dividing member (122) is illustrated in FIGS. 2 to 5, the number of dispersion holes (122a) is not necessarily limited thereto, and may be provided in various ways depending on the type and component of the liquid to be applied. Meanwhile, as illustrated in FIGS. 2 to 5, the split member (122) may be provided as an attachment type attached to the upper cartridge body (111a), but the cartridge (110) of the present invention may also include a case in which the split member (122) is injected simultaneously with the upper cartridge body (111a) and provided as an integral part.

[0057]

[0058] An insertion hole (116) may be formed through one end of the lower cartridge body (111b) adjacent to the inflow space (115) so that a vibrating horn (135) may be introduced from the outside, and a cap member (124) may be placed on the insertion hole (116) to block the insertion hole (116) to prevent liquid from leaking. As illustrated in FIGS. 2 to 6, the cap member (124) may be a silicone cap member having a cut line formed therein, and the cut line of the silicone cap member may be opened only when the tip of the vibrating horn (135) is introduced into the inflow space (115).

[0059]

[0060] When the vibrating horn (135) is introduced into the inflow space (115), the tip of the vibrating horn (135) may be arranged to be in contact with the dividing member (122), but in terms of spraying efficiency, it may be more preferable to arrange the tip of the vibrating horn (135) to be slightly spaced apart from the dividing member (122) rather than being in complete contact with it. As illustrated in FIG. 6, as the vibrating horn (135) vibrates, the liquid inside the inflow space (115) is dispersed, and the dispersed liquid passes through the dispersion hole (122a) and moves along the flow space (113) to be discharged to the outside through the opening (113a) formed on the upper side of the flow space (113).

[0061]

[0062] Although not explicitly shown in the drawing, an information transmission means such as RFID may be provided at the lower end of the cartridge (110) according to one aspect of the present invention, and an information transmission means capable of receiving information from the information transmission means may be provided at one end of the device body (130) opposite the information transmission means. The information transmitted through the information transmission means is not particularly limited, but may include information such as the type of liquid contained in the cartridge (110) and the expiration date of the cartridge (110), and the control unit mounted on the device body (130) may adjust the amount of vibration, frequency, or presence of vibration based on such information.

[0063]

[0064] Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 7 to 10, a more detailed description will be given of a variant of a replaceable cartridge and a nebulizing device including the same according to one aspect of the present invention.

[0065]

[0066] As illustrated in FIG. 7, a nebulizing device (200) according to one aspect of the present invention may include a device body (230), a cartridge (210) provided to be attached to the device body (230), and a cover (240) coupled to the device body (230) to protect the cartridge (210) from the outside.

[0067]

[0068] A power supply source and a control unit, etc. may be mounted inside the device body (230), and a switch (238) for controlling the operation of the nebulizing device (200) and a status display unit (not shown) for displaying the operating status of the nebulizing device (200) may be provided on the outside of the device body (230). A vibrating horn (235) that can be inserted into the inside of the cartridge (210) may be arranged on the upper side of the device body (230), and a male screw portion (237) used for coupling with the cartridge (210) may be provided on the outside of the vibrating horn (235). A female screw portion (227) is formed on the lower side of the cartridge (210), and the cartridge (210) can be coupled to the device body (230) as the male screw portion (237) and the female screw portion (227) are screw-connected. In FIGS. 7 to 10, a case is illustrated where a female screw portion (227) is formed on the lower side of the cartridge (210) and a male screw portion (237) is formed on the upper side of the device body (230). However, the present invention may include a case where a male screw portion is formed on the lower side of the cartridge (210) and a female screw portion is formed on the upper side of the device body (230).

[0069]

[0070] As illustrated in FIGS. 8 to 10, the cartridge body (211) may include an interior in which a receiving space (214), an inflow space (215), and a flow space (213) are respectively formed according to one aspect of the present invention. The flow space (213) may be formed to extend in the vertical direction from the center side of the cartridge body (211), and the inflow space (215) may be formed to be located at the lower side of the flow space (213). The receiving space (214) may be divided into a first receiving space (214a) and a second receiving space (214b) having mutually symmetrical shapes and may be spaced apart from each other on both side ends of the inflow space (215) and the flow space (213). The receiving space (214) and the flow space (213) may be separated from each other by a partition wall (212) arranged inside the cartridge body (214). The fluid space (213) may be provided in a shape in which the cross-section increases toward the top, and the receiving space (214) may be provided in a shape in which the cross-section decreases toward the top.

[0071]

[0072] A liquid to be delivered to the respiratory system of the human body can be accommodated in the receiving space (214), and as described above, the liquid used in the present invention can be applied without limitation as long as it is a liquid that can be applied for the purpose of protecting, managing, and treating the respiratory system of the human body. Since the receiving space (214) is provided to be connected to the inflow space (215), the liquid accommodated in the receiving space (214) can be introduced into the inflow space (215). Specifically, one lower end of the first receiving space (214a) and one lower end of the second receiving space (214b) are provided to be connected to both side ends of the inflow space (215), respectively, and the liquid accommodated in the first receiving space (214a) and the second receiving space (214b) can be introduced into the inflow space (215) by their own weight.

[0073]

[0074] A dividing member (222) may be arranged between the inflow space (215) and the flow space (213), and the inflow space (215) and the flow space (213) may be separated from each other by the dividing member (222). A dispersion hole (222a) may be formed penetrating the dividing member (222) in the vertical direction, and the liquid dispersed by the vibration of the vibrating horn (235) may be introduced into the flow space (213) through the dispersion hole (222a). Although one dispersion hole (222a) formed in the dividing member (222) is illustrated in FIGS. 8 to 10, the number of dispersion holes (222a) is not necessarily limited thereto, and may be provided in various ways depending on the type and component of the liquid to be applied. Meanwhile, although an integrally formed dividing member (122) connected to the lower part of the bulkhead (212) is illustrated in FIGS. 8 to 10, it is not necessarily limited thereto, and the dividing member (122) of the present invention may also be provided in a separate form as described above.

[0075]

[0076] An insertion hole (216) may be formed through the lower side of the cartridge body (211) adjacent to the inflow space (215) so that a vibrating horn (235) may be introduced from the outside, and a cap member (224) may be provided in the insertion hole (216) to prevent liquid leakage. As illustrated in FIGS. 8 to 10, the cap member (224) may be provided as an attachable film type, and as the leading end of the vibrating horn (235) is introduced into the inflow space (235), a hole having a shape corresponding to the leading end of the vibrating horn (235) may be formed in the film-type cap member (224). As the film-type cap member (224) is arranged on the insertion hole (216), liquid can be effectively prevented from leaking out of the cartridge (210).

[0077]

[0078] As shown in Fig. 10, as the vibrating horn (235) whose tip is introduced into the inflow space (215) vibrates, the liquid inside the inflow space (215) is dispersed, and the dispersed liquid passes through the dispersion hole (222a) and moves along the flow space (213) so that it can be discharged to the outside through the opening (213a) formed on the upper side of the flow space (213).

[0079]

[0080] Although not explicitly shown in FIGS. 8 to 10, as described above, an information transmission means such as RFID may be provided at the lower end of the cartridge (210), and an information transmission means capable of receiving information from the information transmission means may be provided at one end of the device body (230) facing the information transmission means.

[0081]

[0082] As described above, the replaceable cartridge according to one aspect of the present invention can be effectively coupled to or separated from the device body by improving the method of coupling with the device body. Meanwhile, the nebulizing device according to one aspect of the present invention utilizes a cartridge with improved replacement efficiency, thereby eliminating the cleaning process for mesh, mouthpiece, or mask, thereby effectively improving the usability of the nebulizing device.

[0083] Hereinafter, a replaceable cartridge and a nebulizing device including the same according to another aspect of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to FIGS. 11 to 17. The replaceable cartridge and the nebulizing device including the same illustrated in FIGS. 11 to 17 include the specific configuration of the replaceable cartridge and the nebulizing device including the same illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 10, and therefore, the description of the corresponding configuration will be replaced with the description described above. Meanwhile, although the method of coupling the replaceable cartridge and the main body of the device by screw coupling is omitted in FIGS. 11 to 17, a person skilled in the art will not have difficulty understanding that the nebulizing device illustrated in FIGS. 11 to 17 can also be applied with the screw coupling method illustrated in FIGS. 7 to 10.

[0084]

[0085] As illustrated in FIGS. 11 to 17, an auxiliary housing (118) having an internal space (118') formed therein may be provided at one end of the upper cartridge body (111a). The auxiliary housings (118) may be arranged between the first receiving space (114a) and the second receiving space (114b), and may be arranged in pairs at the front and rear ends of the upper cartridge body (111a), respectively. Although FIGS. 11 to 17 illustrate the auxiliary housing (118) as being provided in a shape protruding from the outside of the upper cartridge body (111a), the shape of the auxiliary housing (118) of the present invention is not necessarily limited thereto, and may include a case where it is mounted on the inside of the upper cartridge body (111a) or formed integrally with the upper cartridge body (111a). The auxiliary housing (118) is provided with an internal space (118') that extends in the vertical direction, and the internal space (118') can be communicated with the flow space (113) through an inner opening (118b), and the internal space (118') can be communicated with the outside through an outer opening (118a). In terms of efficiency of air inflow, it is preferable that the inner opening (118b) be formed to communicate with the upper side of the internal space (118'), and the outer opening (118a') be formed to communicate with the lower side of the internal space (118'). A solid-type fragrance emitting body (119) that emits fragrance by vaporization can be accommodated in the internal space (118). As illustrated in FIG. 18, when a user inhales a dispersed liquid using a nebulizing device (100), external air moves sequentially along the outer opening (118a), the inner space (118'), the inner opening (118b), and the inflow space (113) due to the user's inhalation force, and a gaseous substance emitted from a solid-type odorant (119) can be discharged together with the air through the opening (113a) of the inflow space (113).

[0086]

[0087] Meanwhile, in the above, the material accommodated in the internal space (118') has been described as being limited to a material that emits a fragrance, but the material accommodated in the internal space (118') of the present invention is not necessarily limited thereto, and is preferably interpreted as a concept that includes a therapeutic agent for therapeutic purposes or a beneficial auxiliary agent for the human body, as a material that can be inhaled by vaporization. As a non-limiting example, the material accommodated in the internal space may be a liquid for respiration, and may include 0.01 to 10 wt% of xylitol, 0.0005 to 0.01 wt% of eucalyptus extract, 0.02 to 0.10 wt% of menthol, 0.05 to 0.20 wt% of hyaluronic acid, 0.02 to 0.15 wt% of vitamin C, and the remainder of saline solution.

[0088]

[0089] In addition, as illustrated in FIG. 14, the dividing member (122) may be provided in an arched shape that is curved toward the upper side. When a user uses the nebulizing device (100), even when the nebulizing device (100) is turned upside down (i.e., the opening (113a) of the flow space (113) is facing downward), liquid remains on the side of the curved dividing member (122), so that continuous spraying of the liquid can be achieved.

[0090]

[0091] While the present invention has been described in detail through examples above, other embodiments are possible. Therefore, the technical spirit and scope of the claims set forth below are not limited to the examples.

[0092]

[0093] 100, 200: Nebulizing device 110, 210: Cartridge

[0094] 111, 211: Cartridge body 112, 212: Bulkhead

[0095] 113, 213: Fluid space 114, 214: Reception space

[0096] 115, 215: Inlet space 118, 218: Auxiliary housing

[0097] 122, 222: Split member 124, 224: Cap member

[0098] 130, 230: Main body 135, 235: Vibrating horn

[0099] 140, 240: Cover

Claims

1. A cartridge body having a receiving space in which a liquid is received, an inflow space in which a tip of a vibrating horn introduced from the outside is placed and one end of the receiving space is connected to the receiving space so that the liquid is introduced, and a flow space connected to the inflow space and providing a path for the liquid dispersed as the vibrating horn vibrates to move to the outside; and A replaceable cartridge including a cap member that is provided to block an insertion hole formed through one end of the cartridge body adjacent to the inlet space so that the tip of the vibrating horn can be inserted, and allows the tip of the vibrating horn to pass through the insertion hole only when a pressure greater than the allowable pressure is applied.

2. In paragraph 1, A replaceable cartridge, wherein the above-mentioned receiving space and the above-mentioned fluid space are separated from each other by a partition provided inside the above-mentioned cartridge body.

3. In paragraph 1, Based on the direction of movement of the above-mentioned dispersed liquid, the above-mentioned flow space is formed on the upper side of the above-mentioned inflow space, A replaceable cartridge in which the above-mentioned accommodation space is formed on the outside of the above-mentioned flow space and the above-mentioned inflow space.

4. In paragraph 3, The above-mentioned accommodation space includes a first accommodation space and a second accommodation space which are separated from each other and arranged separately. A replaceable cartridge, wherein the first receiving space and the second receiving space are provided in symmetrical shapes on both sides of the flow space and the inflow space, respectively.

5. In paragraph 3, The above cartridge body further includes a dividing member that divides the flow space and the inflow space, A replaceable cartridge having a dispersion hole formed through the above-mentioned dividing member through which the above-mentioned dispersed liquid can move.

6. In paragraph 5, A replaceable cartridge, wherein the above-mentioned dividing member is provided in an arch shape that is curved toward the upper side.

7. In paragraph 3, The above fluid space has a shape in which the cross-section gradually widens toward the upper side. The above-mentioned accommodation space is a replaceable cartridge having a cross-section that gradually narrows toward the upper side.

8. In paragraph 3, A replaceable cartridge further comprising an auxiliary housing having an internal space on the inside and being arranged on the outside of the cartridge body, the auxiliary housing having an internal opening that communicates the fluid space with the internal space, and an external opening that communicates the inside with the outside.

9. In paragraph 8, The above auxiliary housing is a replaceable cartridge provided between the first accommodation space and the second accommodation space.

10. In paragraph 8, A replaceable cartridge, wherein the inner opening is formed on the upper side compared to the outer opening.

11. In paragraph 8, A replaceable cartridge in which a solid odorant is accommodated in the above internal space.

12. A cartridge according to any one of clauses 1 to 11; and A nebulizing device comprising a main body having a power supply source, a control unit, a status display unit, and a vibrating horn, and wherein the cartridge is provided to be coupled thereto.

13. In paragraph 12, In the above device body, a connecting space into which the cartridge is inserted and connected is formed sunken, A fixing projection protruding outward is formed on the lower part of the body of the above cartridge. On one side of the device body forming the above-mentioned fastening space, a fixing groove having a shape corresponding to the fixing projection is sunken and formed, A nebulizing device in which the cartridge is fixed to the main body of the device by the fixing projection being secured in the fixing groove.

14. In paragraph 12, The above device body is provided with a male screw portion arranged on the outside of the vibration horn. A female screw portion is provided on the insertion hole side of the above cartridge body, A nebulizing device in which the male screw portion and the female screw portion are screw-connected so that the cartridge is fixed to the main body of the device.

15. In paragraph 12, One end of the above cartridge is provided with an information transmission means capable of transmitting information of the above cartridge to the outside, An information receiving means capable of receiving information from the information transmission means is provided at one end of the device body opposite to the information transmission means. A nebulizing device in which the control unit adjusts the amount of vibration of the vibration horn based on information received by the information transmission means.

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