Mattress for improving blood circulation and aiding sound sleep by generating magnetic field and wavelengths

Abstract

The present invention provides an effect of improving health of a user by means of vibration devices arranged in a plurality of rows and embedded in a bed mattress.

Description

A mattress that improves blood flow and helps you sleep better by generating magnetic fields and waves.

[0001] The present invention relates to a mattress or bed equipped with a vibration device.

[0002] Beds and mattresses that promote deep sleep and recovery from fatigue include germanium beds, stone beds, jade beds, illite beds, and yellow clay beds. These products incorporate minerals or elements like germanium or yellow clay into the mattress or mattress pad. However, these products have limited health benefits because they penetrate multiple materials and indirectly affect the body.

[0003] Meanwhile, a technology is known for shoes that incorporate a vibration device built into the sole. When the wearer walks in the shoes, the vibration element inside the device vibrates due to the impact, and this vibration is transmitted to the sole of the foot. Since most human nerves and blood vessels pass through the sole of the foot, stimulating, vibrating, or applying pressure to the sole of the foot can improve health.

[0004] The applicant has filed many patents regarding vibration devices for shoes, including Patent Nos. 10-1978880, 10-2037241, and 10-2494468. In Patent No. 10-2557301, the applicant disclosed a vibration unit mounted in a recess of a midsole of a shoe. The vibration unit comprises a case, a vibration frame, a first vibration plate, a second vibration plate, and a vibration means. The other end of the first vibration plate is connected to the vibration frame and one end is disposed in a receiving portion of the case, and the other end of the second vibration plate is connected to the vibration frame and one end is disposed in the receiving portion of the case. The first and second vibration plates each comprise a support connected to the vibration frame, a pair of branches branching into two at the ends of the support, and a pair of disks formed at the ends of the branches.

[0005] A U-shaped recess is formed inwardly at the connection between the branch and the disc to facilitate the up-and-down amplitude movement of the disc. A pair of U-shaped neck grooves are formed at the connection between the vibration frame and the supports of the first and second vibration plates to assist the up-and-down amplitude movement of each vibration plate.

[0006] A floating magnet is installed on the disk, and an upper magnet is placed on the upper case facing the floating magnet, and a lower magnet is placed on the lower case. When the floating magnet is pushed by the repulsive force of the upper magnet due to an impact from an external force of the shoe, the vibration frame moves downward. This time, the vibration frame moves upward due to the repulsive force of the lower magnet. This up-and-down movement of the vibration frame is repeated in a minute cycle, so that a periodic and even vibration is transmitted to the sole of the wearer's foot through the case.

[0007] The above patent has been implemented as an actual product and its excellent vibration effect has been proven.

[0008] However, the technology for applying vibration devices to mattresses or beds is not yet commercially available. While springs are installed in bed matrices to support the body and absorb vibration, they do not provide active vibration. The springs' elasticity is only felt when a significant amount of body weight is applied, and their effect on health is minimal. While structures that install magnets in beds, blankets, or sheets have been proposed to improve health, these have only had a partial effect.

[0009] A representative vibration device utilizes the repulsive force of magnets. By placing a magnet on a vibration plate midway up the height of the device's case, and placing upper and lower magnets opposing the magnet on the top and bottom of the case, the magnetic field and wavelength generated by the device can influence human blood flow, resulting in improved health outcomes.

[0010] The present invention is based on the applicant's shoe vibration device technology and is designed to be applied to a mattress or bed.

[0011] Therefore, the present invention aims to provide a vibration device installed inside a mattress or bed, which has an excellent vibration effect, can improve health through body vibration, can help sleep, and is sturdy and economical, and a mattress or bed equipped with the vibration device.

[0012] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a vibration device installed inside a mattress of a bed, the vibration device including a vibration element and a case, the vibration element including a first magnet installed in a frame having one end fixed to the case, a second magnet installed on the upper part of the case to face the first magnet and exert a repulsive force, and a second magnet installed on the lower part of the case to face the first magnet and exert a repulsive force.

[0013] The above vibration element has a predetermined width and extends vertically, and includes a fixed part having a slot formed therein and fixed to a case, and the frame may include a support frame that extends horizontally from the fixed part toward the center.

[0014] A first branch extending vertically from the above support frame at a position biased toward the fixed portion may be extended, and a first magnet may be installed at the end of the first branch.

[0015] A second branch extending vertically from the end or adjacent to the end of the above support frame may be extended, and a first magnet may be installed at the end of the second branch.

[0016] Each of the first and second branches is formed in a symmetrical structure with respect to the support frame, and may be formed in a curved or bent straight shape.

[0017] A neck portion having a reduced width is formed by forming a small concave portion on both sides of the support frame and the first and second branch connection portions, and in each branch, opposite sides of the folded boundary portion are reduced to form a recess, and a neck portion is formed at the connection portion with the disk on which the first magnet is placed at the end of each branch, and a neck portion can be processed on both sides of the portion where the fixing portion and the support frame are connected.

[0018] In addition, the present invention provides a vibration device installed inside a mattress of a bed, the vibration device including a vibration element and a case, the vibration element including a first vibration element including a first magnet installed on a first frame having one end fixed to a side of the case, and a second vibration element including a first magnet installed on a second frame having one end fixed to an opposite side of the case, wherein the first vibration element and the second vibration element are symmetrical with respect to the center of the case and have the same weight, a second magnet opposing the first magnet and exerting a repulsive force is installed on the upper part of the case, and a second magnet opposing the first magnet and exerting a repulsive force is installed on the lower part of the case, and the first vibration element and the second vibration element are spaced apart from each other with respect to the center of the case, so that each of the first and second vibration elements has a cantilever-shaped vibration structure, and the vibration of the case is transmitted from both sides of the case, thereby providing a vibration device in which vibration occurs evenly throughout the case.

[0019] The first vibration element may include a first fixed part having one end fixed to the case, and the vibration element may include a second fixed part having one end fixed to the opposite side of the case.

[0020] In addition, the present invention is a vibration device, wherein the vibration device includes a vibration element and a case, and the vibration element includes a first magnet installed in a frame having one end fixed to the case, a second magnet is installed on an upper portion of the case to face the first magnet and exert a repulsive force, and a second magnet is installed on a lower portion of the case to face the first magnet and exert a repulsive force, and the vibration element includes a fixed portion that extends vertically with a predetermined width and has a slot formed therein and is fixed to the case, and the frame includes a support frame that extends horizontally toward the center from the fixed portion, and a first branch branched vertically extends from the support frame at a position offset from the fixed portion, and a first magnet is installed at an end of the first branch, and a second branch branched vertically extends from an end of the support frame or a position adjacent to the end, and a first magnet is installed at an end of the second branch, and each of the first and second branches is formed in a structure that is symmetrical with respect to the support frame, and is curved or It can be formed into a bent straight line.

[0021] A neck portion having a reduced width is formed by forming a small concave portion on both sides of the support frame and the first and second branch connection portions, and in each branch, opposite sides of the folded boundary portion are reduced to form a recess, and a neck portion is formed at the connection portion with the disk on which the first magnet is placed at the end of each branch, and a neck portion can be processed on both sides of the portion where the fixing portion and the support frame are connected.

[0022] In addition, the present invention provides a cushion equipped with the above vibration device.

[0023] In addition, the present invention provides a mat equipped with the above vibration device.

[0024] The bed equipped with the vibration device of the present invention simultaneously applies beneficial magnetic force and vibration to the human body, effectively improving blood flow and relieving muscle pain. Furthermore, it absorbs shock and vibration from the body, aiding sleep, and its health-enhancing function significantly enhances the marketability of bedding products such as beds and mattresses.

[0025] Fig. 1 is a drawing showing a vibration element of the present invention;

[0026] FIG. 2 is a drawing of a vibration device of the present invention having the vibration element of FIG. 1;

[0027] Figure 3 is a drawing for explaining the vibration principle of the vibration device of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 4 is a drawing showing the placement of the vibration device of the present invention on a bed; and

[0029] Figure 5 is a drawing showing another embodiment of the vibration element of the present invention.

[0030]

[0031] The present invention is susceptible to various modifications and embodiments. Specific embodiments are illustrated in the drawings and described in detail in specific details for practicing the invention. However, this is not intended to limit the present invention to specific embodiments, but rather to encompass all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

[0032] First, with reference to Fig. 1, the configuration of the vibration element (2) of the present invention will be described.

[0033] A narrow and long bar or band-shaped fixing member (3) is formed on one side of the vibration element (2). The fixing member (3) is preferably manufactured to a length that covers a significant portion of the side surface of a case (100) described later so that it can be firmly fixed to the side surface. A plurality of slots (30) are formed on the fixing member (3) for coupling to the case described later.

[0034] A support frame (4) is formed that extends horizontally from the middle of the length direction of the fixed part (3) to a length longer than the fixed part (3). A first branch (5) extends from the support frame (4) at a position slightly tilted toward the fixed part (3). The first branch (5) is symmetrical with respect to the support frame (4). It has a shape similar to an arc, which is a part of a circle, and is a bar or band structure that is convexly curved toward the fixed part (3). A first magnet (10) that serves as a vibrator and a weight is positioned at two ends of the first branch (5). Similarly, a second branch (6) extends from the end of the support frame (4). The second branch (6) has the same shape as the first branch (5). A first magnet (10) that serves as a vibrator and a weight is installed at two ends of the second branch (5).

[0035] In the above description, the first branch (5) and the second branch (6) can be manufactured in various shapes other than those illustrated. Furthermore, the two branches can be manufactured in different shapes. The vibration element (2), excluding the magnetic portion, is manufactured integrally from a thin metal plate to facilitate vibration. However, a plastic material with excellent elasticity can also be used. The term "magnet" should be interpreted broadly, encompassing not only pure magnets but also other structures designed to increase weight or facilitate attachment.

[0036] A total of four first magnets (10) are arranged. The first magnets (10) are installed on the upper surface of the branch end, but can also be installed on the lower surface, or can be installed on both the upper and lower surfaces to increase repulsive force. Furthermore, if the material is highly magnetic, they can be installed embedded in the end or integrally inserted and injection-molded with the branch portion.

[0037] FIG. 2 is a drawing of a vibration device (1) of the present invention equipped with the vibration element (2) of FIG. 1. The vibration element (2) is installed in a case (100). The case (100) is manufactured in a long box shape suitable for bed installation. The case (100) is composed of an upper case (102) and a lower case (104). The case (100) is preferably made of a rigid plastic material so that it can transmit vibrations well.

[0038] The vibration element (2) is installed on both sides of the case (100) in two. It is preferable to suspend it at the middle height of the case (100) to effectively exert the vibration effect, and therefore, in the present invention, it is hung horizontally on the upper surface of the lower case (104). The side edge (106) of the lower case (104) has a thickness and width so that the fixing part (3) can be coupled, and a rod (106) to be inserted into the slot (30) protrudes upward. The side of the upper case (102) does not have a side having the same width as the side edge (106) of the lower case (104), and a receiving projection (107) is formed at a position opposite to each rod (106) with a receiving groove into which the upper end of the rod (106) is inserted.

[0039] Vibration elements (2) are installed in pairs on the left and right sides with the same structure and arrangement, and there are eight first magnets (10) in total. The first magnets (10) are arranged in pairs along the length direction of the case (100) at approximately the same intervals. In addition, all of the first magnets (10) are positioned so as to be biased above or below the case (100). The structure in which each magnet is branched and biased from the central support frame (4) is advantageous for the generation and transmission of vibration.

[0040] The present invention utilizes the repulsive force between magnets for efficient vibration of a vibration element (2). To this end, a second magnet (12) is installed in an upper case (102) at a position opposite to a first magnet (10), and a third magnet (14) is installed in a position corresponding to the first magnet (10) in a lower case (104). The magnetic pole of the exposed surface of the second magnet (12) facing downward is installed so as to have the same polarity as the surface of the first magnet (10) facing the second magnet (12). Similarly, the magnetic pole of the exposed surface of the third magnet (14) facing upward is installed so as to have the same polarity as the surface of the first magnet (10) facing the third magnet (12).

[0041] Figure 3 is a drawing for explaining the vibration principle of the vibration device (1) of the present invention.

[0042] When you sleep on a bed and toss and turn or move even a little, the vibration element (2) installed inside the case (100) shakes, causing the first magnet (10) to move up or down. When it moves up, the first magnet (10) is pushed by the second magnet (12) and moves down again. When it moves further down past the central horizontal line, it is pushed by the third magnet (14) and moves up. This up and down movement is repeated to generate a fine and even vibration. When each of the four first magnets (10) arranged on one vibration element (2) vibrates and the vibration phases match, the waveforms overlap, causing constructive interference and amplifying the waveform. The vibration is transmitted to the entire side of the case (100) through the support frame (4) and / or the fixing member (3). In the present invention, since two vibration elements (2) are arranged, the vibration is effectively transmitted to the entire case (100) by using the two sources of vibration through the support frames (4) and the fixing members (3) on both the left and right sides.

[0043] Since one vibration element (2) arranged in the vibration device (1) is a single-sided fixed type with a fixed part (3) as a fixed shaft, eccentricity acts relatively toward the center, which is advantageous for generating vibration. When two such vibration elements (2) are arranged, the two first magnets (10) located at the middle part of the length direction of the entire vibration device (1) vibrate the most, and the vibration can be evenly transmitted through the two sides of the case (100) via the support frame (4) and the fixed part (3). In addition, the second magnet (12) can also vibrate slightly due to the repulsive force caused by the vibration of the first magnet (10), which is small, to assist the vibration.

[0044] Fig. 4 is a drawing illustrating the placement of the vibration device (1) of the present invention on a bed. The vibration device (1) is placed on the upper part of the mattress of the bed and can sufficiently detect the presence or movement of a person and generate vibrations. The vibration device (1) is installed in multiple rows and columns in the central part of the mattress so that the long direction of the case (100) is placed up and down. In the illustrated example, one row and five columns are shown, but it is obvious that the vibration device can be manufactured in multiple rows and columns to suit the area requiring health improvement.

[0045] The installation area of ​​the vibration device (1) can be concentrated on the entire mattress as well as the part where the head or waist is placed to improve the relaxation function of a specific part of the body.

[0046] The vibration device (1) can be installed in various ways, such as being embedded in a mattress or being provided in a way that it is covered over the mattress. In addition, a protruding magnetic body can be embedded adjacent to the vibration device (1) to increase the health improvement effect.

[0047] Those skilled in the art will understand that the vibration device (1) of the present invention can be applied to a mat or cushion other than a bed.

[0048] Figure 5 illustrates another embodiment of the vibration element (2) of the present invention.

[0049] The basic structure of the second embodiment is almost identical to that of the first embodiment, but differs in that the length of the support frame (4) is slightly longer and a slot with a width corresponding to half the width is perforated along the entire length. This structure reduces the weight of the support frame (4), which is advantageous in reducing vibration generation.

[0050] In addition, the first branch (5) and the second branch (6) are formed in a straight “ㄱ” bend or bending structure rather than a curved shape, and a first magnet (10) is installed at each end thereof. The second branch (6) is installed at an offset position adjacent to the end of the support frame (4), rather than at the end.

[0051] One of the features of the second embodiment of the present invention lies in the fact that a concave neck portion or recess is formed in the vibration element (2) so that vibration is effectively generated even in the case of a slight impact or movement. Specifically, a small concave portion is formed on both sides of the connection portion between the support frame (4) and the first and second branches (5, 6) to form a neck portion with a reduced width, and in each branch, opposite sides of the folded boundary portion are reduced to form a recess, and a neck portion is formed at the connection portion with the disk on which the first magnet (10) is placed at the end of each branch. In addition, neck portions are also processed on both sides of the initial portion where the fixed portion (3) and the support frame (4) are connected.

[0052] This structure reduces overall weight. Furthermore, the neck or recesses formed at joints or where direction changes occur between members act like joints, helping to generate and transmit vibration more effectively.

[0053] The vibration element (2) of the present invention can have various structures appropriately selected in addition to those illustrated.

[0054] Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above, it is obvious that various changes and modifications are possible for the present invention, and the scope of the rights of the present invention extends to an area identical or equivalent to the claims described below.

Claims

1. A vibration device installed inside a mattress of a bed, wherein the vibration device includes a vibration element and a case, and the vibration device includes a first vibration element arranged on one side of the case, and a second vibration element arranged on the other side opposite to the one side of the case. The first vibration element includes a first magnet installed on a first frame with one end fixed to one side of the case, a second magnet is installed on the upper part of the case to oppose the first magnet and exert a repulsive force, and a third magnet is installed on the lower part of the case to oppose the first magnet and exert a repulsive force. The first vibration element has a predetermined width and extends vertically, and includes a first fixing part having a slot formed therein and fixed to one side of the case, and the first frame includes a first support frame that extends horizontally from the center of the first fixing part toward the inner center of the case. A first branch extending vertically from the first support frame is positioned at a position biased toward the first fixed part, and a first magnet is installed at the end of the first branch. A second branch extending vertically from the end or adjacent to the end of the first support frame is extended, and a first magnet is also installed at the end of the second branch. Each of the first and second branches is formed in a symmetrical structure with respect to the first support frame and is curved or straight. The first magnet arranged at the end of the first branch is positioned further inside than the branching point of the first support frame and the first branch, and the first magnet arranged at the end of the second branch is positioned further inside than the branching point of the first support frame and the second branch, so that the vibration of each first magnet is transmitted to the first fixed part through the first branch and the first support frame toward the outside of the case based on the location of the first magnet; The second vibration element includes a first magnet installed on a second frame with one end fixed to the other side of the case, a second magnet is installed on the upper part of the case to oppose the first magnet and exert a repulsive force, and a third magnet is installed on the lower part of the case to oppose the first magnet and exert a repulsive force. The second vibration element has a predetermined width and extends vertically, and includes a second fixing member having a slot formed therein and fixed to the other side of the case, and the second frame includes a second support frame that extends horizontally from the center of the second fixing member toward the inner center of the case. In the above second support frame, a first branch branching vertically is extended at a position biased toward the second fixed part, and a first magnet is installed at the end of the first branch. A second branch extending vertically from the end or adjacent to the end of the second support frame is extended, and a first magnet is also installed at the end of the second branch. Each of the first and second branches is formed in a symmetrical structure with respect to the second support frame and is curved or straight. The first magnet arranged at the end of the second branch is located further inside than the branch point of the second support frame and the second branch, and the first magnet arranged at the end of the second branch is located further inside than the branch point of the second support frame and the second branch, so that the vibration of each first magnet is transmitted to the second fixed part through the second branch and the second support frame toward the outside of the case based on the location of the first magnet. The first vibration element and the second vibration element are spaced apart from each other in a symmetrical structure facing each other with respect to the inner center of the case, A vibration device in which the first and second fixed parts on one side and the other side of the case of the vibration device respectively serve as vibration sources so that vibration is transmitted to the entire case.

2. In paragraph 1, A vibration device in which a neck portion having a reduced width is formed by forming a small concave portion on both sides of the first and second branch connection portions of each of the first and second support frames, and in which opposite sides of the boundary portions of each of the first and second branches are reduced to form a recess.

3. A cushion equipped with the vibration device of paragraph 1.

4. A mat equipped with the vibration device of paragraph 1.

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