Tip for high-frequency output device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a tip for a high-frequency output device, the tip comprising: a housing; a first substrate which is disposed inside the housing and to which at least one electrode for applying high-frequency waves to the skin is fixed; a second substrate which is disposed inside the housing, is spaced apart from the first substrate, and is for applying an electrical signal to the first substrate; and a terminal for maintaining an electrical connection between the at least one electrode and the second substrate, wherein the first substrate can move toward the second substrate or away from the second substrate, and the terminal maintains the electrical connection between the electrode and the second substrate when the first substrate moves.

Description

Tips for high-frequency output devices

[0001] The present invention relates to a tip for a high-frequency output device.

[0002] High-frequency skin beauty devices are widely used for cosmetic purposes. These high-frequency skin beauty devices output high-frequency waves to the skin to promote collagen regeneration. Meanwhile, the electrodes of the tips for the high-frequency output device provided in the high-frequency skin beauty device serve to apply high-frequency waves to the skin.

[0003] A tip for a conventional high-frequency output device may include a housing, two or more printed circuit boards (PCBs) housed in the housing, and a pogo pin that electrically connects two adjacent printed circuit boards. Here, one side of the pogo pin is soldered to one of the two adjacent printed circuit boards and penetrates the other of the two adjacent printed circuit boards.

[0004] Conventional tips for high-frequency output devices had problems such as constraints on overall space and structure and increased manufacturing costs because the pogo pins had a complex structure and occupied a large amount of space.

[0005] The present invention has been devised to solve the aforementioned problems, and the objective of the present invention is to provide a tip for a high-frequency output device that can reduce constraints on the overall space and structure by configuring a terminal that is interposed between two adjacent substrates and electrically connects the two substrates through elastic contact.

[0006] The problems that the present invention aims to solve are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned problems will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description below.

[0007] A tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a housing; a first substrate disposed inside the housing and having at least one electrode fixed thereon for applying high frequency to the skin; a second substrate disposed inside the housing at a distance from the first substrate for applying an electrical signal to the first substrate; and a terminal for maintaining an electrical connection between at least one electrode and the second substrate, wherein the first substrate is movable in a direction toward the second substrate or in a direction toward the second substrate, and the terminal can maintain an electrical connection between the electrode and the second substrate when the first substrate moves.

[0008] Additionally, the terminal includes a first terminal that is elastically in contact with the second substrate and receives the electrical signal of the second substrate; and a second terminal that is coupled to the first substrate and is elastically in contact with the first terminal and applies the electrical signal transmitted from the first terminal to the electrode, and the first terminal can move along the second terminal when the first substrate moves.

[0009] Additionally, the first terminal may include a first contact member elastically contacting the second substrate; a bending member extending from the first contact member and bending toward the second terminal; and a second contact member extending from the bending member and elastically contacting the second terminal.

[0010] In addition, the second contact member may generate an elastic force directed toward the second terminal.

[0011] In addition, the second contact member may have a seating groove formed therein that is seated on the outer circumference of the second terminal.

[0012] Additionally, it may further include an adapter that extends from the mounting groove and is bent in a direction away from the second terminal, guiding the mounting groove to the second terminal when the second terminal is mounted in the mounting groove.

[0013] In addition, the first contact member may have a bent shape to make elastic contact with the second substrate.

[0014] In addition, it may further include an upper frame interposed between the first substrate and the second substrate to support the bending member.

[0015] In addition, the above-mentioned bending member may have a bent shape to wrap around a part of the upper frame.

[0016] In addition, the above-mentioned bending member may have a shape corresponding to the outer perimeter of the upper frame so as to wrap around a part of the upper frame.

[0017] In addition, the second terminal may have a tube shape.

[0018] Other specific details of the present invention are included in the detailed description and drawings.

[0019] A tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention is interposed between two adjacent substrates and has a terminal configured to electrically connect the two substrates through elastic contact, thereby having the effect of reducing constraints on the overall space and structure.

[0020] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description below.

[0021] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view showing a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] FIGS. 3 and 4 are perspective views showing the first terminal and the second terminal of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a state in which the first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention is moved in a direction closer to the second substrate.

[0025] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view showing the state in which the first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention is moved in a direction closer to the second substrate.

[0026] FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a state in which the first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention is moved away from the second substrate.

[0027] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view showing the state in which the first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention is moved away from the second substrate.

[0028] The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described below in detail together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below but may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided merely to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the present invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims.

[0029] The terms used in this specification are for describing embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention. In this specification, the singular form includes the plural form unless specifically stated otherwise in the text. The terms "comprises" and / or "comprising" used in this specification do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other components in addition to the components mentioned. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals refer to the same components, and "and / or" includes each of the mentioned components and all combinations of one or more. Although terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used to describe various components, these components are not limited by these terms. These terms are used merely to distinguish one component from another. Therefore, the first component mentioned below may be the second component within the technical scope of the invention.

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) may be used in a meaning commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Additionally, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are not to be interpreted ideally or excessively unless explicitly and specifically defined otherwise.

[0031] Spatially relative terms such as "below," "beneath," "lower," "above," and "upper" may be used to facilitate the description of the relationship between one component and other components as illustrated in the drawings. Spatially relative terms should be understood as encompassing different orientations of components during use or operation, in addition to the orientations depicted in the drawings. For example, if a component depicted in a drawing is inverted, a component described as "below" or "beneath" of another component may be placed "above" of that component. Therefore, the exemplary term "below" may encompass both the lower and upper directions. Components may also be oriented in other directions, and accordingly, spatially relative terms may be interpreted according to the orientation.

[0032] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0033] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view showing a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 3 to 4 are perspective views showing a first terminal and a second terminal of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] As illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 4, a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a housing (100), a first substrate (300), a second substrate (400), and a terminal (500).

[0035] The housing (100) can serve as the basic body of the present invention. The housing (100) may include an outer frame (110), a lower frame (120), and an upper frame (130).

[0036] The outer frame (110) may have an open top surface. A first substrate (300), at least one electrode (200), and a lower frame (120) may be installed on the lower part of the outer frame (110). Additionally, an upper frame (130) and a second substrate (400) may be installed on the upper part of the outer frame (110).

[0037] At least one through hole (111) through which at least one electrode (200) passes may be formed on the lower surface of the outer frame (110). Here, at least one electrode (200) may protrude to the outside of the housing (100) through the through hole (111). For example, the through hole (111) and the electrode (200) may be composed of multiple. The multiple through holes (111) may be arranged in a grid shape on the lower surface of the outer frame (110), and the multiple electrodes (200) may be arranged in a grid shape on the first substrate (300) and fixed.

[0038] The lower frame (120) may be positioned at the bottom of the outer frame (110). The first substrate (300) may be detachably coupled to this lower frame (120). As will be described later, the lower frame (120) and the first substrate (300) may be moved by a driving module in a direction toward the second substrate (400) or in a direction toward the second substrate (400).

[0039] A first substrate (300) may be detachably coupled to the lower surface of the lower frame (120), and an insert nut (600) may be integrally coupled to the upper surface of the lower frame (120). Additionally, an insert nut (600) may be detachably coupled to the upper surface of the lower frame (120). For example, the lower frame (120) and the first substrate (300) may be coupled by a hook or a screw, but the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0040] The first substrate (300) may be movable in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400). For example, the first substrate (300) may be moved by a driving module in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400).

[0041] The driving module may serve to move the first substrate (300) in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400). For reference, the direction away from the second substrate (400) may be the lower side or the direction in which the electrode (200) protrudes outside the housing (100), and the direction closer to the second substrate (400) may be the upper side or the direction in which the electrode (200) is inserted inside the housing (100).

[0042] The drive module may include an actuator and a plunger.

[0043] The actuator is detachably coupled to the plunger so as to move the plunger in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400). For example, the actuator may include a screw shaft rotated by a drive motor and a moving nut that moves along the screw shaft by the rotation of the screw shaft. For another example, the actuator may move the plunger in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400) by hydraulic or pneumatic pressure.

[0044] The plunger can be fixed to the insert nut (600). This plunger can be moved by an actuator in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400), and in conjunction with this, the insert nut (600) fixed to the plunger, the lower frame (120), the first substrate (300) fixed to the lower frame (120), and the electrode (200) fixed to the first substrate (300) can be moved together in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400). That is, the insert nut (600), the lower frame (120), the first substrate (300), and the electrode (200) can be moved together in a direction away from the second substrate (400) or in a direction closer to the second substrate (400) according to the movement of the plunger.

[0045] An elastic member (700) may be interposed between the lower frame (120) and the upper frame (130). This elastic member (700) may generate an elastic force that moves the lower frame (120), to which the first substrate (300) is attached, toward the second substrate (400). Accordingly, the lower frame (120) may be moved away from the second substrate (400) by the driving module, and then return to its original position while moving toward the second substrate (400) by the elastic force of the elastic member (700). As an example, the elastic member (700) may be wound around the outer circumference of the insert nut (600).

[0046] An insert nut (600) may be integrally connected to the upper side of the lower frame (120). The insert nut (600) may be detachably connected to the upper frame (130). Additionally, the insert nut (600) has a hollow interior, and thus, a plunger may be inserted into the hollow interior of the insert nut (600).

[0047] The upper frame (130) is interposed between the first substrate (300) and the second substrate (400) to be described later, and can serve to support the bending member (512) of the first terminal (510).

[0048] The upper frame (130) can be detachably connected to the handpiece. For example, a hook may be formed on the upper frame (130), and a hook groove may be formed on the handpiece to be secured by the hook. Here, the hook may be formed protruding from the upper side of the upper frame (130). For another example, a hook groove may be formed on the upper frame (130), and a hook may be formed on the handpiece to be secured by the hook groove. Here, the hook groove may be formed recessed on the upper side of the upper frame (130). Additionally, the handpiece may be used as a handle for the operator to hold. Furthermore, a power module that supplies power to the second substrate (400) may be housed in the handpiece, or a cable connecting the power module may be housed therein.

[0049] The first substrate (300) can serve to transmit power supplied from the second substrate (400) through the terminal (500) to the electrode (200) fixed to the first substrate (300). This first substrate (300) can be placed inside the housing (100).

[0050] At least one electrode (200) is fixed to the first substrate (300) and can serve to apply high frequency to the skin.

[0051] For example, the electrode (200) may include an invasive shape or a non-invasive shape. Here, the invasive electrode (200) may include a needle shape. Additionally, the non-invasive electrode (200) may include a pin or bar shape. Here, the invasive electrode (200) may be inserted into the skin when the first substrate (300) moves away from the second substrate (400). Additionally, the invasive electrode (200) may be discharged from the skin when the first substrate (300) moves closer to the second substrate (400) while inserted into the skin.

[0052] The second substrate (400) is positioned inside the housing (100) with a gap from the first substrate (300) and can serve to supply power to the first substrate (300). This second substrate (400) can receive power from a power module positioned inside the handpiece. For example, the second substrate (400) may be positioned inside the upper frame (130). As another example, the second substrate (400) may have a plate shape.

[0053] The terminal (500) can serve to provide an electrical connection between at least one electrode (200) and the second substrate (400). This terminal (500) can maintain the electrical connection between the electrode (200) and the second substrate (400) when the first substrate (300) is moved.

[0054] For example, the terminal (500) may be composed of multiple terminals. However, although an example with two terminals (500) is illustrated in the drawing, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0055] The terminal (500) may include a first terminal (510) and a second terminal (520).

[0056] The first terminal (510) is in contact with the second substrate (400) and can receive an electrical signal from the second substrate (400). This second terminal (520) can move along the second terminal (520) while in elastic contact with the second terminal (520) when the first substrate (300) moves.

[0057] The first terminal (510) may include a first contact member (511), a bending member (512), a second contact member (513), and an adapter (514). Here, the first contact member (511) may be formed on one side of the first terminal (510), the bending member (512) may be formed between one side and the other side of the first terminal (510), and the second contact member (513) may be formed on the other side of the first terminal (510).

[0058] The first contact member (511) can be electrically elastically contacted with the second substrate (400). For example, the first contact member (511) may have a bent shape to be electrically elastically contacted with the second substrate (400). For another example, the first contact member (511) may have a ring shape.

[0059] The bending member (512) may extend from the first contact member (511) and bend toward the second terminal (520). This bending member (512) may be supported by the upper frame (130). Thus, as the bending member (512) is supported by the upper frame (130), it is possible to prevent the bending member (512) from deviating from its initial position. For example, the bending member (512) may have a shape that is bent to wrap around a part of the upper frame (130). For another example, the bending member (512) may have a shape that corresponds to the outer perimeter of the upper frame (130) to wrap around a part of the upper frame (130).

[0060] The second contact member (513) extends from the bending member (512) and can make electrically elastic contact with the second terminal (520). For example, one side of the second contact member (513) may have a bent shape to wrap around the second terminal (520). Specifically, the second contact member (513) may have a ring shape. Additionally, the second contact member (513) may generate an elastic force toward the second terminal (520). To this end, the second contact member (513) may extend obliquely from the bending member (512) toward the second terminal (520).

[0061] A seating groove (513a) that is seated on the outer circumference of the second terminal (520) may be formed in the second contact member (513). This seating groove (513a) may be formed on the inner surface of the second contact member (513). Additionally, when the first substrate (300) moves, the seating groove (513a) moves along the second terminal (520) and can maintain a state of being in elastic electrical contact with the second terminal (520). At this time, as the electrical connection between the first terminal (510) and the second terminal (520) is maintained, the electrical connection between the electrode (200) and the second substrate (400) can also be maintained.

[0062] The adapter (514) extends from the mounting groove (513a) and is bent in a direction away from the second terminal (520), so that when the second terminal (520) is mounted in the mounting groove (513a), it can serve to guide the mounting groove (513a) to the second terminal (520). That is, when the mounting groove (513a) is mounted to the second terminal (520), the adapter (514) can guide the second terminal (520) into the inside of the mounting groove (513a). Meanwhile, the adapter (514) can also serve as a stopper that limits the range of movement of the first substrate (300) toward the second substrate (400).

[0063] The second terminal (520) is coupled to the first substrate (300) and contacts the first terminal (510), and can serve to apply an electrical signal transmitted from the first terminal (510) to the electrode (200).

[0064] The second terminal (520) may have a tubular shape. Therefore, when the first substrate (300) is moved, the first terminal (510) may move along the outer circumference of the second substrate (400).

[0065] Hereinafter, the operation of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0066] FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a state in which a first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to an embodiment of the present invention is moved in a direction toward a second substrate, FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to an embodiment of the present invention is moved in a direction toward a second substrate, FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a state in which a first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to an embodiment of the present invention is moved in a direction toward a second substrate, FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a first substrate of a tip for a high-frequency output device according to an embodiment of the present invention is moved in a direction toward a second substrate.

[0067] First, the driving module moves the lower frame (120), the first substrate (300), the electrode (200), and the second terminal (520) in a direction that approaches the second substrate (400). At this time, as the seating groove (513a) of the second contact member (513) of the first terminal (510) moves along the outer circumference of the second terminal (520) and makes elastic electrical contact, the electrical connection state between at least one electrode (200) and the second substrate (400) can be maintained through the first terminal (510) and the second terminal (520). (See FIGS. 5 and 6)

[0068] Next, the upper frame (130), the first substrate (300), the electrode (200), and the second terminal (520) are moved toward the second substrate (400) by the elastic force of the elastic member (700). At this time, the seating groove (513a) of the second contact member (513) of the first terminal (510) moves along the outer circumference of the second terminal (520) and is electrically elastically contacted, so that the electrical connection state between at least one electrode (200) and the second substrate (400) can be maintained through the first terminal (510) and the second terminal (520). (See FIGS. 7 and 8)

[0069] According to the present invention, a tip for a high-frequency output device according to one embodiment of the present invention is interposed between two adjacent substrates, and a terminal (500) is configured to electrically connect the two substrates by elastic contact, thereby having the effect of reducing constraints on the overall space and structure.

[0070] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention may be implemented in other specific forms without altering its technical concept or essential features. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive.

Claims

1. Housing; A first substrate disposed inside the above housing and having at least one electrode fixed thereto for applying high frequency to the skin; A second substrate disposed inside the housing at a distance from the first substrate for applying an electrical signal to the first substrate; and It includes a terminal for maintaining an electrical connection between at least one electrode and the second substrate, and The first substrate is movable in a direction approaching the second substrate or in a direction moving away from the second substrate. The above terminal is a tip for a high-frequency output device that maintains an electrical connection between the electrode and the second substrate when the first substrate moves.

2. In Paragraph 1, The above terminal is, A first terminal elastically contacted to the second substrate and receiving the electrical signal of the second substrate; and It includes a second terminal coupled to the first substrate and elastically contacting the first terminal to apply the electrical signal transmitted from the first terminal to the electrode. A tip for a high-frequency output device, wherein the first terminal moves along the second terminal when the first substrate moves.

3. In Paragraph 2, The above first terminal is, A first contact member elastically contacting the second substrate; A bending member extending from the first contact member and bending toward the second terminal; and A tip for a high-frequency output device comprising a second contact member extending from the above-mentioned bending member and elastically contacting the second terminal.

4. In Paragraph 3, The above second contact member is a tip for a high-frequency output device that generates an elastic force directed toward the second terminal.

5. In Paragraph 3, A tip for a high-frequency output device, wherein the second contact member has a seating groove formed therein that is seated on the outer circumference of the second terminal.

6. In Paragraph 3, A tip for a high-frequency output device, further comprising an adapter that extends from the above-mentioned mounting groove and is bent in a direction away from the above-mentioned second terminal, and guides the mounting groove to the second terminal when the second terminal is mounted in the above-mentioned mounting groove.

7. In Paragraph 3, The first contact member is a tip for a high-frequency output device having a bent shape to make elastic contact with the second substrate.

8. In Paragraph 3, A tip for a high-frequency output device, further comprising an upper frame interposed between the first substrate and the second substrate to support the bending member.

9. In Paragraph 3, The above-mentioned bending member has a bent shape that wraps around a portion of the upper frame, a tip for a high-frequency output device.

10. In Paragraph 3, A tip for a high-frequency output device, wherein the above-mentioned bending member has a shape corresponding to the outer perimeter of the upper frame so as to wrap around a part of the upper frame.

11. In Paragraph 2, The above second terminal is a tip for a high-frequency output device having a tubular shape.

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