Thermo-ceramic device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a thermo-ceramic device and, more specifically, to a thermo-ceramic device in which a first driving unit for controlling the forward and backward movements of the thermo-ceramic device and a second driving unit for controlling the position and posture of a thermo-ceramic module are arranged in a line to impart a compact structure and a reduced overall width to the thermo-ceramic device and improve space utilization.

Description

Heated ceramic device

[0001] The present invention relates to a thermal ceramic device, and more particularly, to a thermal ceramic device having a compact structure and improved space utilization.

[0002] A thermal therapy device includes a thermal ceramic device used for thermal therapy, a frame on which the thermal ceramic device is mounted, and a mattress.

[0003] During the use of a thermal therapy device, the thermal ceramic device may be inserted into the frame and mattress, or may protrude externally from the frame and mattress. In this case, a certain amount of space is required in the frame and mattress to allow for the use mode and operation of the thermal ceramic device.

[0004] In order to increase the space utilization of the above frame and mattress, a means is needed to minimize the space required for mounting and using the above-mentioned heating ceramic device.

[0005] The present invention has been devised to solve the above-mentioned problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a thermal ceramic device having a compact structure and improved space utilization.

[0006] A thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention is a thermal ceramic device mounted on a thermal treatment device, comprising: a base frame; a driving module mounted on the base frame; a link module operated by the driving module; and a thermal ceramic module connected to the link module; wherein the driving module includes a first driving unit for moving the thermal ceramic device forward and backward, and a second driving unit for operating the link module.

[0007] In one embodiment, the base frame includes a base portion on which the first driving portion and the second driving portion are mounted, and a guide portion provided on a side of the base portion.

[0008] In one embodiment, the guide portion includes a guide line that is open downward and is formed by a groove line extending in the front-back direction, and an open portion that communicates between the guide line and the base portion, and the first driving portion includes a first actuator and a pinion gear positioned within the guide line through the open portion.

[0009] In one embodiment, the link module includes a first link arm having a first link driving gear at one end, a second link arm having a second link driving gear at one end, and a connector link having one end connected to the first link arm, the other end connected to the thermal ceramic module, and an intermediate portion between the one end and the other end connected to the second link arm, wherein at least one of the first link driving gear and the second link driving gear is connected to the second driving unit and rotated by the second driving unit, the first link driving gear and the second link driving gear mesh with each other, and a tilting angle of the connector link varies according to an operation of the second driving unit.

[0010] In one embodiment, the link module further includes a third link arm having one end connected to the other end of the second link arm and the other end connected to the middle portion of the connector link.

[0011] In one embodiment, the first link arm, the second link arm, the third link arm, and the connector link form a closed polygonal shape.

[0012] In one embodiment, when the first link driving gear rotates in the first direction, the horizontal width of the closed polygon decreases and the tilting angle of the connector link increases, and when the first link driving gear rotates in the second direction, the horizontal width of the closed polygon increases and the tilting angle of the connector link decreases.

[0013] In one embodiment, the first link arm, the second link arm, and the third link arm form a link group, the link group including a first link group and a second link group, and the first link group and the second link group have a symmetrical arrangement centered on the connector link and the second driving unit.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first link arm of the first link group and the first link arm of the second link group have a first bend portion in which at least one portion is bent.

[0015] In one embodiment, the second link arm of the first link group and the second link arm of the second link group have a second bend portion in which at least one portion is bent.

[0016] In one embodiment, the first link arm includes a 1-1 link line portion extending in one direction, the first link driving gear includes a first gear portion having teeth formed thereon, and a first gear arm extending in one direction from the gear portion, and the first link driving gear and the 1-1 link line portion are coupled in a state where the first link line portion and the first gear arm overlap each other in a horizontal direction.

[0017] In one embodiment, the first link arm includes a first-second link line portion, and the first-second link line portion includes a first bend portion.

[0018] In one embodiment, the second link arm includes a second-first link line portion extending in one direction, the second link driving gear includes a second gear portion having teeth formed thereon, and a second gear arm extending in one direction from the gear portion, and the second link driving gear and the second-first link line portion are coupled in a state where the second link line portion and the second gear arm overlap each other in a horizontal direction.

[0019] In one embodiment, the second link arm includes a second-second link line portion, and the second-second link line portion includes a second bend portion.

[0020] In one embodiment, the first driving unit and the second driving unit are connected in series.

[0021] In an embodiment of the present invention, a heating ceramic device comprises a first driving unit for controlling the forward and backward movement of the heating ceramic device, and a second driving unit for controlling the position and posture of the heating ceramic module, arranged in series. Accordingly, the overall width of the heating ceramic device can be reduced.

[0022] In addition, the width of the cut space of the mattress, which is the space required for the rising, falling, and forward / backward displacement of the thermal ceramic module, can be reduced, and the space utilization of the mattress and frame can be improved.

[0023] Figures 1 to 3 are drawings showing a thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention from different directions.

[0024] Fig. 4 is an exploded view showing the structure of a thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figures 5 and 6 are exploded views showing the structure of a link module of a thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] FIG. 7 is a drawing showing the operation of the first driving unit of the thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] FIGS. 8 and 9 are drawings showing the operation of the second driving unit of the thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention and the displacement of the thermal ceramic module thereby.

[0028] Figures 10 to 12 are drawings showing the operation of a thermal treatment device including a thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Fig. 13 is a drawing showing a thermal ceramic device according to a comparative example, and Fig. 14 is a drawing showing a thermal ceramic device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] A thermal ceramic device according to one embodiment of the present invention is a thermal ceramic device mounted on a thermal treatment device, comprising: a base frame; a driving module mounted on the base frame; a link module operated by the driving module; and a thermal ceramic module connected to the link module; wherein the driving module includes a first driving unit for moving the thermal ceramic device forward and backward, and a second driving unit for operating the link module.

[0031] Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, a preferred embodiment according to the present invention will be described.

[0032]

[0033] Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, a preferred embodiment according to the present invention will be described. In the following description, the directions “front / back,” “left / right,” and “up / down” refer to the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis directions of Fig. 1.

[0034]

[0035] Figures 1 to 3 are drawings showing a heating ceramic device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention from different directions.

[0036] A thermal ceramic device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a base frame (100); a driving module (200); a link module (300); and a thermal ceramic module (400).

[0037]

[0038] <Base Frame (100)>

[0039] The base frame (100) constitutes the bottom of the thermal ceramic device (1) and can support the thermal ceramic device (1).

[0040] Referring to FIG. 2, the base frame (100) may include a base portion (110) and a guide portion (120). In addition, the base frame (100) may include a driving wheel (130).

[0041] The base (110) may be a member in the shape of a plate or block so that a driving module (200) can be placed and mounted on the upper portion.

[0042] A guide portion (120) is provided on at least one side of the base portion (110). The guide portion (120) may have a guide line (122). The guide line (122) may be a groove line that opens downward and extends in the front-back direction. An open portion (124) in which a pinion gear (214) described later may be positioned may be provided on at least one portion of the guide line (122). The open portion (124) may be a predetermined open hole through which the internal space of the guide line (122) and the internal space of the base portion (110) may be communicated.

[0043] Driving wheels (130) may be provided on both sides of the base frame (100). The forward and backward displacement of the heating ceramic device (1) may be guided by the driving wheels (130).

[0044]

[0045] <Drive module (200)>

[0046] Referring to FIG. 3, the driving module (200) may include a first driving unit (210) and a second driving unit (220).

[0047] The first driving unit (210) may be mounted on the base unit (110). The first driving unit (210) may be a device capable of controlling the forward and backward displacement of the thermal ceramic device (1).

[0048] The first driving unit (210) may include a first actuator (212) and a pinion gear (214). The first actuator (212) may be a driving motor that provides rotational force. The pinion gear (214) may be positioned within the guide line (122) through the open portion (124). The pinion gear (214) may be rotated by the first actuator (212). According to an embodiment, the first actuator (212) and the pinion gear (214) may be connected through a predetermined gear, and the rotational force provided from the first actuator (212) may be converted into a rotational operation of the pinion gear (214).

[0049] The second driving unit (220) may be mounted on the base unit (110). According to an embodiment, the first driving unit (210) and the second driving unit (220) may be arranged parallel in the front-back direction on the base unit (110). The second driving unit (220) may be a device capable of controlling the posture of the link module (300) and the thermal ceramic module (400).

[0050] The second driving unit (220) may include a second actuator (222) and a gear box (224). The second actuator (222) may be a driving motor that provides rotational force.

[0051] The gear box (224) may include a first drive shaft (226) and a second drive shaft (228) that protrude left and right. The first drive shaft (226) and the second drive shaft (228) are arranged to be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance in the front-rear direction, and the second drive shaft (228) may be arranged at the rear of the first drive shaft (226).

[0052] The rotational force provided from the second actuator (222) can be converted into the rotational operation of the first drive shaft (226) or the second drive shaft (228). A predetermined gear module that converts the rotational force of the second actuator (222) into the rotational operation of the first drive shaft (226) or the second drive shaft (228) can be mounted inside the gear box (224).

[0053]

[0054] <Link Module (300)>

[0055] Fig. 4 is an exploded view showing the structure of a thermal ceramic device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figs. 5 and 6 are exploded views showing the structure of a link module (300) of a thermal ceramic device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] The above link module (300) may include a first link arm (310), a second link arm (320), a third link arm (330), and a connector link (360).

[0057] The first link arm (310) may be an arm extending with a predetermined length and shape. A connecting portion (314) may be provided at an end of the first link arm (310) to which a predetermined connecting means may be connected. The connecting portion (314) may be, for example, a hole penetrating the first link arm (310).

[0058] The specific shape of the first link arm (310) is not limited.

[0059] According to an embodiment, the first link arm (310) may include a first-first link line portion (311) extending in at least one direction and a first-second link line portion (312) extending in at least one direction. The extension direction of the first-first link line portion (311) and the extension direction of the first-second link line portion (312) may have a predetermined angle between each other.

[0060] According to an embodiment, the first link arm (310) may have a bent configuration. For example, a first bent portion (313) may be formed in the middle portion of the first-second link line portion (312). One or more first bent portions (313) may be formed, and the first-first link line portion (311) and the first-second link line portion (312) may extend in different planes. Accordingly, the first bent portion (313) may be configured to be bent in the direction in which the connector link (360) is positioned, or in the opposite direction. Accordingly, as illustrated in FIG. 2, the end portion of the first-second link line portion (312) may be positioned closer to the center line (CL) than other portions of the first link arm (310).

[0061] The first link arm (310) may be provided with a first link driving gear (340). The first link driving gear (340) is provided at one end of the first link arm (310) and may have a gear portion.

[0062] According to an embodiment, the first link driving gear (340) may be a member coupled to the first link arm (310). For example, the first link driving gear (340) may have a configuration that is fixed to the end of the first-first link line portion (311).

[0063] According to an embodiment, the first link driving gear (340) may include a first gear portion (342) and a first gear arm (346).

[0064] The first gear portion (342) is a gear having a gear portion formed on the circumferential surface. The first gear portion (342) may have a first gear shaft (344).

[0065] The first gear arm (346) may be a bar-shaped portion extending in one direction from the first gear portion (342). For example, the coupling form between the first link arm (310) and the first link driving gear (340) may be such that the first gear arm (346) and the first-first link line portion (311) are fixed to each other in an overlapping state.

[0066] The second link arm (320) may be an arm extending with a predetermined length and shape. At both ends of the second link arm (320), a connecting portion (324) may be provided to which a predetermined connecting means may be connected. The connecting portion (324) may be, for example, a hole penetrating the second link arm (320).

[0067] The specific shape of the second link arm (320) is not limited.

[0068] According to an embodiment, the second link arm (320) may include a second-first link line portion (321) extending in at least one direction and a second-second link line portion (322) extending in at least one direction. The extension direction of the second-first link line portion (321) and the extension direction of the second-second link line portion (322) may have a predetermined angle between them.

[0069] According to an embodiment, the second link arm (320) may have a bent configuration. For example, a second bent portion (323) may be formed in the middle portion of the 2-2 link line portion (322). One or more second bent portions (323) may be formed, and the 2-1 link line portion (321) and the 2-2 link line portion (322) may extend in different planes. Accordingly, the second bent portion (323) may be configured to be bent in the direction in which the connector link (360) is positioned, or in the opposite direction. Accordingly, as illustrated in FIG. 2, the end portion of the 2-2 link line portion (322) may be positioned closer to the center line (CL).

[0070] The second link arm (320) may be provided with a second link driving gear (350). The second link driving gear (350) is provided at one end of the second link arm (320) and may have a gear portion.

[0071] According to an embodiment, the second link driving gear (350) may be a member coupled to the second link arm (320). For example, the second link driving gear (350) may have a configuration that is fixed to the end of the second-first link line portion (321).

[0072] According to an embodiment, the second link driving gear (350) may include a second gear portion (352) and a second gear arm (356).

[0073] The second gear portion (352) is a gear having a gear portion formed on the circumferential surface. The second gear portion (352) may have a second gear shaft (354).

[0074] The second gear arm (356) may be a bar-shaped portion extending in one direction from the second gear portion (352). For example, the coupling form between the second link arm (320) and the second link driving gear (350) may be such that the second gear arm (356) and the second-first link line portion (321) are fixed to each other in an overlapping state.

[0075] In one embodiment, the first link arm (310) and the second link arm (320) may have configurations that are symmetrical to each other. That is, as illustrated in FIG. 4, the first link arm (310) and the second link arm (320) may have configurations that are mirrored to each other in the left-right direction or the front-back direction.

[0076] The third link arm (330) may be an arm that extends and has a predetermined length.

[0077] The specific shape of the third link arm (330) is not limited. According to an embodiment, the third link arm (330) may be a bar-shaped arm having a predetermined length.

[0078] At both ends of the third link arm (330), a third-first connecting portion (332) and a third-second connecting portion (334) to which a predetermined connecting means can be connected may be respectively provided. The third-first connecting portion (332) and the third-second connecting portion (334) may be, for example, holes penetrating the third link arm (330).

[0079] Meanwhile, the third link arm (330) may not necessarily be an essential or independently provided component. For example, according to one embodiment, an embodiment in which the third link arm (330) is not provided is also possible. In this case, the second link arm (320) may be connected to the connector link (360).

[0080] The connector link (360) may be an extendable arm having a predetermined length.

[0081] The specific shape of the connector link (360) is not limited. According to an embodiment, the connector link (360) may be a bar-shaped arm having a predetermined length.

[0082] The connector link (360) may have a first end and a second end at each of the two ends extending in the connector link (360).

[0083] The first end may be provided with a first connector connection portion (362). Through the first connector connection portion (362), the connector link (360) may be connected to the first link arm (310). The first connector connection portion (362) may be, for example, a connection hole to which a predetermined connection means may be connected. The connection means may be, for example, a connection shaft.

[0084] The second end may be provided with a ceramic coupling portion (364). Through the ceramic coupling portion (364), the connector link (360) may be connected to the ceramic module (400). The connector link (360) and the ceramic module (400) may be fixed to each other and may be displaced and changed in position as one unit.

[0085] A second connector connection portion (366) may be provided at a middle portion located at a position between the first end and the second end of the connector link (360). Through the second connector connection portion (366), the connector link (360) may be connected to the third link arm (330). The second connector connection portion (366) may be, for example, a connection hole to which a predetermined connection means may be connected. The connection means may be, for example, a connection shaft (not shown).

[0086]

[0087] <Connection relationship between the second driving unit (220) and the link module (300)>

[0088] Referring again to FIGS. 4 to 6, the connection relationship between the second driving unit (220) and the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), the third link arm (330), and the connector link (360) constituting the link module (300) is described as follows.

[0089] One end of the first link arm (310) can be connected to the second driving unit (220). Specifically, the first gear shaft (344) of the first gear unit (342) provided at one end of the first link arm (310) can be connected to the first driving shaft (226) of the second driving unit (220).

[0090] One end of the second link arm (320) can be connected to the second driving unit (220). Specifically, the second gear shaft (354) of the second gear unit (352) provided at one end of the second link arm (320) can be connected to the second driving shaft (228) of the second driving unit (220).

[0091] The first gear portion of the first gear portion (342) and the second gear portion of the second gear portion (352) can mesh with each other.

[0092] The other end of the first link arm (310) is rotatably connected to the first connector connection portion (362) of the connector link (360).

[0093] The other end of the second link arm (320) is rotatably connected to one end of the third link arm (330). However, in an embodiment without the third link arm (330), the other end of the second link arm (320) is rotatably connected to a second connector connection portion (366) provided in the middle portion of the connector link (360).

[0094] The other end of the third link arm (330) is rotatably connected to the second connector connection portion (366) provided in the middle portion of the connector link (360).

[0095] Although not shown, a predetermined connecting member may be provided to mediate the connection between each of the above-described members. The connecting member may include a predetermined connecting shaft. In addition, the connecting portion provided in each member may be configured as a connecting hole through which the connecting shaft is connected. However, the specific connection form is not limited thereto.

[0096] By having the above-described connection structure, the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), the third link arm (330), and the connector link (360) can form a closed polygonal shape. In addition, since each member is rotatably connected to each other, the shape of the closed polygon can be variable. At this time, the closed polygon can be a square shape (or a pentagonal shape) since the connection structure of the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), the third link arm (330), and the connector link (360) has a four-section link structure.

[0097] Meanwhile, in an embodiment in which the third link arm (330) is not provided, the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), and the connector link (360) may form a closed polygonal shape. In addition, since each member is rotatably connected to each other, the shape of the closed polygon may be variable. At this time, the closed polygon may be a triangular shape (or a square shape) since the connection structure of the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), and the connector link (360) has a four-section link structure.

[0098] In one embodiment, the first link arm (310) and the second link arm (320) may form a link group. In addition, when a third link arm (330) is further included, the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), and the third link arm (330) may form a link group.

[0099] The above link group may include a first link group (302-1) and a second link group (302-2). That is, the first link group (302-1) may be a link group that includes the first link arm (310) and the second link arm (320), and may further include the third link arm (330). The second link group (302-2) may be a link group that includes the first link arm (310) and the second link arm (320), and may further include the third link arm (330). The first link group (302-1) may be arranged on one side (e.g., left) of the connector link (360) and the second driving unit (220), and the second link group (302-2) may be arranged on one side (e.g., right) of the connector link (360) and the second driving unit (220).

[0100] The first link group (302-1) and the second link group (302-2) may have a symmetrical arrangement centered on the connector link (360) and the second driving unit (220). That is, the first link arm (310) of the first link group (302-1) and the first link arm (310) of the second link group (302-2) may form a first link arm (310) pair and may have a configuration symmetrical with respect to the center line (CL). The second link arm (320) of the first link group (302-1) and the second link arm (320) of the second link group (302-2) may form a second link arm (320) pair and may have a configuration symmetrical with respect to the center line (CL). The third link arm (330) of the first link group (302-1) and the third link arm (330) of the second link group (302-2) form a third link arm (330) pair and may have a configuration that is symmetrical to each other.

[0101] In addition, the first link arm (310) and the second link arm (320) included in the first link group (302-1) and the second link group (302-2) may have a first bend portion (313) and a second bend portion (323) that are bent in the direction in which the center line (CL) is located, respectively. Accordingly, the lateral width between the first link arms (310) of the first link group (302-1) and the second link group (302-2), and the lateral width between the second link arms (320) of the first link group (302-1) and the second link group (302-2) may be reduced.

[0102] The connector link (360) may be positioned between the first link group (302-1) and the second link group (302-2). Accordingly, the link module (300) may have a symmetrical structure centered around the connector link (360).

[0103]

[0104] <Thermal Ceramic Module (400)>

[0105] A thermal ceramic module (400) can be brought into contact with a human body part to perform massage and thermal therapy. This thermal ceramic module (400) may include a plurality of thermal ceramic elements (410), and a support plate (420) that is coupled to the thermal ceramic elements (410) and supports the thermal ceramic elements (410).

[0106] The thermal ceramic member (410) may be provided to be capable of generating heat by including a heat source inside. Here, the heat source may be a lamp capable of generating light and heat, a PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient), a conductive heating wire, an electric heating wire, etc., but is not limited thereto, and may be various known configurations capable of generating heat or heat and light.

[0107] The thermal ceramic member (410) may be provided in a curved shape on the outer surface. For example, the thermal ceramic member (410) may have a spherical shape on both sides, a cylindrical shape in the center, and an overall shape similar to a dumbbell. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the thermal ceramic member may be provided in various shapes with a curved outer surface.

[0108] The thermal ceramic member (410) may include at least one pair of first thermal ceramic members (412) positioned at the front and at least one pair of second thermal ceramic members (414) positioned at the rear. The first thermal ceramic member (412) and the second thermal ceramic member (414) may be arranged at a predetermined distance apart from each other in the front-rear direction.

[0109] The support plate (420) may be a predetermined plate that supports the heating ceramic member (410). The support plate (420) may be coupled to the ceramic coupling portion (364) of the connector link (360). Accordingly, the heating ceramic module (400) may be integrally coupled with the connector link (360). In addition, the position of the heating ceramic module (400) may be varied as the operation and position of the connector link (360) vary.

[0110]

[0111] <Operation of the first driving unit (210)>

[0112] FIG. 7 is a drawing showing the operation of the first driving unit (210) of the thermal ceramic device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0113] The operation of the first driving unit (210) is described as follows.

[0114] When the first actuator (212) included in the first driving unit (210) operates, the pinion gear (214) can rotate as indicated by arrow R. The pinion gear (214) can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. As the rack gear meshing with the pinion gear (214) is provided, the base frame (100) can be displaced in the forward and backward direction along the extension direction of the rack gear as indicated by arrow L. At this time, the forward and backward displacement of the base frame (100) can be smoothly achieved by the driving wheel (130) provided to the base frame (100).

[0115]

[0116] <Operation of the second driving unit (220), link module (300), and thermal ceramic module (400)>

[0117] FIGS. 8 and 9 are drawings showing the operation of the second driving unit (220) of the thermal ceramic device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention and the displacement of the thermal ceramic module (400) thereby.

[0118] The operation of the second driving unit (220), link module (300), and thermal ceramic module (400) is described below. In the following description, the embodiment equipped with the third link arm (330) is described as an example.

[0119] Specifically, the operation of the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), the third link arm (330), and the connector link (360) constituting the link module (300) by the operation of the second driving unit (220) is described.

[0120] The second driving unit (220) can rotate at least one of the first link driving gear (340) and the second link driving gear (350). That is, the second driving unit (220) can rotate the first link driving gear (340) about the first gear axis (344) via the first driving shaft (226). Alternatively, the second driving unit (220) can rotate the second link driving gear (350) about the second gear axis (354) via the second driving shaft (228).

[0121] As described above, the first link driving gear (340) and the second link driving gear (350) are meshed with each other through the gear portion. Therefore, the rotation of one link driving gear causes the rotation of the other link driving gear. Of course, the rotation directions of the first link driving gear (340) and the second link driving gear (350) are opposite.

[0122] Below, the operation of the first link driving gear (340) will be described. Hereinafter, the first rotation direction is understood to mean counterclockwise with respect to the drawing, and the second rotation direction is understood to mean clockwise.

[0123] First, the operation of the first link driving gear (340) rotating in the first rotational direction around the first gear shaft (344) will be described.

[0124] When the first link driving gear (340) rotates in the first rotational direction as indicated by arrow R1-1 around the first gear axis (344), the first link arm (310) rotates in the first rotational direction as indicated by arrow R1-1 around the first gear axis (344). Since the first link driving gear (340) and the second link driving gear (350) are in meshed state with each other, the second link driving gear (350) and the second link arm (320) rotate in the second rotational direction as indicated by arrow R2-1 around the second gear axis (354).

[0125] By the above operation, the distance between the other end of the first link arm (310) and the other end of the second link arm (320) is reduced. In addition, the third link arm (330) and the connector link (360) are in an upright position with respect to the horizontal plane. That is, an operation is performed in which the horizontal width of a closed polygon formed by the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), the third link arm (330), and the connector link (360) is reduced and the vertical width is increased.

[0126] As a result of the above operation, the tilting angle formed by the connector link (360) and the horizontal plane increases. That is, the connector link (360) becomes erected by rotating as indicated by arrow R3-1. Accordingly, the thermal ceramic module (400) coupled to the second end of the connector link (360) is positioned at the second position and assumes the second position. The second position and second position are as illustrated in FIG. 9. That is, the position and position of the thermal ceramic module (400) illustrated in FIG. 9 can be understood as a result of the operation illustrated in FIG. 8.

[0127] Next, the operation of the first link drive gear (340) rotating in the second rotational direction around the first gear shaft (344) will be described.

[0128] When the first link driving gear (340) rotates in the second rotational direction around the first gear axis (344), the first link arm (310) rotates in the second rotational direction around the first gear axis (344) as indicated by arrow R2-1. Since the first link driving gear (340) and the second link driving gear (350) are in meshed state with each other, the second link driving gear (350) and the second link arm (320) rotate in the first rotational direction around the second gear axis (354) as indicated by arrow R2-2.

[0129] By the above operation, the distance between the other end of the first link arm (310) and the other end of the second link arm (320) increases. In addition, the third link arm (330) and the connector link (360) are in a lying position with respect to the horizontal plane. That is, an operation is performed in which the horizontal width of the closed polygon formed by the first link arm (310), the second link arm (320), the third link arm (330), and the connector link (360) increases and the vertical width decreases.

[0130] As a result of the above operation, the tilting angle formed by the connector link (360) and the horizontal plane decreases. That is, the connector link (360) rotates as indicated by arrow R3-2 to assume a lying position, and the thermal ceramic module (400) coupled to the second end of the connector link (360) is positioned at a first position and assumes a first posture. The first position and first posture are as illustrated in FIG. 8. That is, the position and posture of the thermal ceramic module (400) illustrated in FIG. 8 can be understood as a result of the operation illustrated in FIG. 9.

[0131] As described above, the tilting angle of the connector link (360) varies depending on the rotation of the first link driving gear (340) and the second link driving gear (350). That is, the connector link (360) can vary its posture between an upright position and a supine position. In addition, the thermal ceramic module (400) can also be displaced between a first position and a second position and vary its posture between the first position and the second position.

[0132] When the above-described thermal ceramic module (400) has the first position and the first posture, the thermal treatment device (10) including the thermal ceramic device (1) according to the embodiment can be in a state where the thermal ceramic module (400) is inserted into the mattress (20). In this case, the thermal treatment device (10) including the thermal ceramic device (1) according to the embodiment can be in bed mode.

[0133] When the above-described thermal ceramic module (400) has the second position and the second posture, the thermal treatment device (10) including the thermal ceramic device (1) according to the embodiment can protrude the thermal ceramic module (400) by a predetermined width above the mattress (20). In this case, the thermal treatment device (10) including the thermal ceramic device (1) according to the embodiment can be in a thermal mode that provides thermal treatment.

[0134] The position and posture of the above-described thermal ceramic module (400) can be varied depending on the tilting angle of the connector link (360). For example, if the tilting angle of the connector link (360) increases, the thermal ceramic module (400) can rise further, and if the tilting angle of the connector link (360) decreases, the thermal ceramic module (400) can descend further.

[0135] In the above description, the embodiment having the third link arm (330) is described based on the embodiment having the third link arm (330), but an embodiment in which the third link arm (330) is not provided and the second link arm (320) is connected to the connector link (360) will also be able to sufficiently understand the operation thereof by those skilled in the art based on the above description. That is, even in the embodiment in which the third link arm (330) is not provided and the second link arm (320) is connected to the connector link (360), the tilting angle of the connector link (360) varies depending on the rotation of the first link driving gear (340) and the second link driving gear (350). That is, the connector link (360) can vary its posture between an upright position and a supine position. In addition, the thermal ceramic module (400) can also be displaced between the first position and the second position and vary its posture between the first position and the second position.

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[0137] <Effect of the thermal ceramic device (1) according to the embodiment of the present invention>

[0138] FIGS. 10 to 12 are drawings showing the operation of a thermal treatment device (10) including a thermal ceramic device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a drawing showing a thermal ceramic device (1) according to a comparative example, and FIG. 14 is a drawing showing a thermal ceramic device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 10 (a) and 11 show the bed mode referred to above. FIGS. 10 (b) and 12 show the warmer mode referred to above.

[0139] A thermal ceramic device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention can be mounted on a thermal treatment device (10) having a predetermined mattress (20). The mattress (20) has a cut space (22) which is a space required for the thermal ceramic module (400) to rise, fall, and move forward and backward.

[0140] In a thermal ceramic device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention, a first driving unit (210) for controlling the forward and backward movement of the thermal ceramic device (1) in the forward and backward direction, and a second driving unit (220) for controlling the position and posture of the thermal ceramic module (400) are arranged in series. Accordingly, the overall width of the thermal ceramic device (1) can be reduced.

[0141] In addition, the link module (300) included in the thermal ceramic device (1) has a connector link (360), which is a single link connected between the first link group (302-1) and the second link group (302-2), and has a structure in which the thermal ceramic module (400) is fixed to the end of the connector link (360).

[0142] Accordingly, the width of the cut space (22) of the mattress (20), which is the space required for the rising, falling, and forward / backward displacement of the thermal ceramic module (400), can be reduced.

[0143] Referring to Fig. 13, a thermal ceramic device (2) according to a comparative example is described. The overall width W1-1 of the thermal ceramic device (2) is relatively large, and the width W1-2 of the portion used for displacement of the thermal ceramic module (400) is also relatively large, so that the width of the cut space (22) of the mattress (20) becomes large. In addition, the space utilization of the frame is reduced.

[0144] On the other hand, when describing the thermal ceramic device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention with reference to FIG. 14, the overall width W2-1 of the thermal ceramic device (1) and the width W2-2 of the link portion are reduced, so the width of the cut space (22) of the mattress (20) is reduced, and the space utilization of the frame can be improved.

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[0146] Although the preferred embodiments have been illustrated and described above, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and various modifications may be made by a person skilled in the art to which the invention pertains without departing from the gist of the invention as claimed in the claims. Furthermore, such modifications should not be understood individually from the technical idea or prospect of the present invention.

Claims

1. In a thermal ceramic device mounted on a thermal treatment device, base frame; A driving module mounted on the above base frame; A link module operated by the above driving module; and A thermal ceramic module connected to the above link module; The above driving module, A first driving unit for advancing and reversing the heating ceramic device, and A thermal ceramic device comprising a second driving unit for operating the above link module.

2. In paragraph 1, The above base frame, A base section on which the first driving section and the second driving section are mounted, and A thermal ceramic device including a guide part provided on the side of the above base part.

3. In paragraph 2, The above guide section A guide line consisting of a groove line that opens downward and extends in the forward and backward directions, and Including an open portion that is connected between the above guide line and the above base portion, The above first driving unit, a first actuator, and A heated ceramic device including a pinion gear positioned within the guide line through the open portion.

4. In paragraph 1, The above link module, A first link arm having a first link drive gear at one end; a second link arm having a second link drive gear at one end; and A connector link having one end connected to the first link arm, the other end connected to the thermal ceramic module, and an intermediate portion between the one end and the other end connected to the second link arm; At least one of the first link driving gear and the second link driving gear, Connected to the second driving unit and rotated by the second driving unit, The above first link driving gear and the second link driving gear are meshed with each other, A thermal ceramic device in which the tilting angle of the connector link is variable according to the operation of the second driving unit.

5. In paragraph 4, The above link module, A heating ceramic device further comprising a third link arm, one end of which is connected to the other end of the second link arm and the other end is connected to the middle portion of the connector link.

6. In paragraph 5, A thermal ceramic device wherein the first link arm, the second link arm, the third link arm, and the connector link form a closed polygonal shape.

7. In paragraph 6, When the above first link driving gear rotates in the first direction, The horizontal width of the closed polygon is reduced and the tilting angle of the connector link is increased. When the above first link driving gear rotates in the second direction, A thermal ceramic device in which the horizontal width of the closed polygon is enlarged and the tilting angle of the connector link is reduced.

8. In paragraph 4, The above first link arm, the second link arm, and the above third link arm form a link group, The above link group includes a first link group and a second link group, A thermal ceramic device in which the first link group and the second link group have a symmetrical arrangement centered on the connector link and the second driving unit.

9. In paragraph 8, The first link arm of the first link group and the first link arm of the second link group are, A heated ceramic device having a first bending portion having at least one portion that is bent.

10. In paragraph 8, The second link arm of the first link group and the second link arm of the second link group are, A heated ceramic device having a second bending portion having at least one portion that is bent.

11. In paragraph 4, The above first link arm is, Includes a first-first link line section extending in one direction, The above first link driving gear, A first gear portion having a gear formed thereon, and a first gear arm extending in one direction from the gear portion, A thermal ceramic device in which the first link driving gear and the first-first link line portion are connected with each other in a state in which the first link line portion and the first gear arm overlap each other in a horizontal direction.

12. In paragraph 11, The above first link arm is, Includes the 1st and 2nd link line sections, The above 1-2 link line section, A heated ceramic device comprising a first bending member.

13. In paragraph 4, The above second link arm is, Includes a 2-1 link line section extending in one direction, The above second link driving gear, A second gear portion having a gear formed thereon, and a second gear arm extending in one direction from the gear portion, A thermal ceramic device in which the second link driving gear and the second-first link line portion are connected with each other in a state in which the second link line portion and the second gear arm overlap each other in a horizontal direction.

14. In paragraph 13, The above second link arm is, Includes the 2-2 link line section, The above 2-2 link line section, A heated ceramic device comprising a second bending member.

15. In paragraph 1, A thermal ceramic device in which the first driving unit and the second driving unit are connected in series.

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