Housing for air freshener

Abstract

The present invention relates to a housing for an air freshener. The housing for an air freshener according to the present invention comprises: a rear surface part; a front surface part coupled to the rear surface part; a socket formed in at least one of the rear surface part or the front surface part to form a space for accommodating a fragrance; an insertion protrusion inserted between the front surface part and the rear surface part and fastened to at least one of the front surface part or the rear surface part; and a cap coupled to the insertion protrusion and surrounding the outside of the front surface part and the rear surface part.

Description

Housing for air fresheners

[0001] The present invention relates to a housing for a fragrance, and more specifically, to a housing for a fragrance that accommodates a fragrance and can be attached to a vehicle.

[0002] Car air fresheners are products used to keep the air inside a vehicle fresh and to eliminate or mask unpleasant odors. Air fresheners typically contain scented substances and are designed to fit the confined space of a car interior.

[0003] However, there was a problem in that car air fresheners had to emit fragrance evenly in a wide direction while also considering design aspects, but it was difficult to satisfy both functionality and aesthetics.

[0004] In addition, there was a problem in that it was difficult to satisfy diverse demands with fixed designs alone, as individual tastes vary.

[0005] The problem that the present invention aims to solve is as follows.

[0006] First, the purpose is to provide a housing for an air freshener that can accommodate various types of decorative items.

[0007] Second, it is to provide a housing for an air freshener that can effectively emit and disperse fragrance.

[0008] Third, it provides an efficient fastening structure for the air freshener housing to maintain stability even during vibrations inside the vehicle, rapid acceleration, and sudden braking.

[0009] The problems of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned problems will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0010] To achieve the above objective, a housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention comprises: a rear portion; a front portion coupled to the rear portion; a socket formed in at least one of the rear portion and the front portion to form a space for receiving a fragrance; an insertion projection inserted between the front portion and the rear portion and coupled to at least one of the front portion and the rear portion; and a cap having a shape coupled to the insertion projection and covering the outer side of the front portion and the rear portion.

[0011] In addition, a housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention comprises: a rear portion into which air is introduced; a front portion coupled to the rear portion; a socket formed in at least one of the rear portion and the front portion to form a space for accommodating fragrance; a cap placed over the rear portion; and an insertion projection formed on the cap so as to be coupled with the rear portion while maintaining a gap that allows air to flow between the cap and the rear portion.

[0012] Specific details of other embodiments are included in the detailed description and drawings.

[0013] According to the present invention, there is one or more of the following effects.

[0014] First, a housing for an air freshener that can be equipped with various types of decorative items can be provided.

[0015] Second, a housing for an air freshener capable of effectively releasing and dispersing fragrance can be provided.

[0016] Third, an efficient fastening structure for the air freshener housing can be provided to maintain stability even during vibrations inside the vehicle, rapid acceleration, and sudden braking.

[0017] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description in the claims.

[0018] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0019] FIG. 2 illustrates the rear view of a decorative part according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] FIG. 3 illustrates the rear view of a decorative part according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a cap according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an insertion projection according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0023] FIG. 6 is a perspective view illustrating an embodiment in which the insertion projection and the cap shown in FIG. 4 and FIG. 5 are combined.

[0024] Figure 7 shows the combined state of the insertion projection and the cap according to Figure 6 from a different direction.

[0025] FIG. 8 shows the perspective view of FIG. 1 with the decorative parts and cap removed.

[0026] FIG. 9 illustrates the rear of the front portion according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0027] FIG. 10 illustrates an example of the combination of a front portion, a connecting projection, and a cap according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0028] FIG. 11 is a perspective view of the rear portion according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0029] FIG. 12 illustrates a state in which an insertion projection is positioned at the front of the rear portion of FIG. 11.

[0030] Fig. 13 is a plan view of Fig. 8.

[0031] FIG. 14 is a perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 1 from the rear.

[0032] Fig. 15 illustrates the flow of air passing through the fragrance.

[0033] FIG. 16 illustrates the cut insertion projection in the embodiment of FIG. 8.

[0034] Figure 17 illustrates the airflow in region 17 of Figure 16.

[0035] Figure 18 illustrates the airflow in the embodiment of Figure 8.

[0036] FIG. 19 illustrates the airflow in the embodiment of FIG. 1.

[0037] FIG. 20 illustrates another embodiment in which the cap and decorative part of FIG. 1 are modified.

[0038] The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described in detail below together with the accompanying drawings.

[0039] 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 invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals refer to the same components.

[0040] The present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

[0041] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0042] Referring to FIG. 1, a housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention includes a front portion (50) and a rear portion (60) that are connectable and separable from each other. The front portion (50) and the rear portion (60) accommodate fragrance. A clip (69) is disposed on the rear portion (60).

[0043] The clip (69) can be attached to the air vent of a vehicle. Since the clip (69) is mounted to the air conditioner vent, it is important to secure it stably so that the product does not fall off or shake even during vehicle vibration, rapid acceleration, or rapid braking. The clip (69) must fit well with the vehicle's air vent and be compatible with various vehicle models.

[0044] Various decorative parts (10, 20) can be attached to the front part (50).

[0045] FIG. 2 illustrates the rear view of a decorative part (10, 20) according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 illustrates the rear view of a decorative part (10, 20) according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, the shape of the decorative part (10, 20) can be changed. The user can directly select and combine the desired design. Thus, by attaching decorative parts (parts) with various colors and shapes, the driver can select one that matches their vehicle interior.

[0047] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a cap (30) according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0048] Referring to FIGS. 4 and FIGS. 1, in various embodiments of the present invention, the cap (30) encloses the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60). The cap (30) is formed with a curved surface on the inside and is coupled to the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60) in a manner that encloses the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60).

[0049] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an insertion projection (40) according to various embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a perspective view illustrating an embodiment in which the insertion projection (40) and the cap (30) shown in FIG. 4 and FIG. 5 are combined. FIG. 7 is a view showing the combined state of the insertion projection (40) and the cap (30) according to FIG. 6 from a different direction.

[0050] Referring to FIGS. 5, 6, and 7, the insertion projection (40) has a catch hole (45) and a spray hole (41) formed therein. The insertion projection (40) is connected to the inner surface of the cap (30). The insertion projection (40) and the cap (30) may be formed integrally, or they may be joined in various ways, such as by bonding or a hook structure.

[0051] FIG. 8 shows the state in which the decorative parts (10, 20) and the cap (30) have been removed from the perspective view of FIG. 1. FIG. 9 shows the rear of the front part (50) according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0052] Referring to FIGS. 8 and 9, the decorative protrusions (11, 21) of the decorative parts (10, 20) are fitted into the decorative insertion holes (51) of the front part (50). The decorative insertion holes (51) may be formed in multiple numbers.

[0053] The insertion projection (40) is positioned between the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60). The insertion projection (40) protrudes a certain height above the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60). This structure forms a slit in the lower part of the cap (30). Details regarding the slit will be described later. The injection hole (41) is exposed from the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60). Conversely, the catch hole (45) exists inside the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60).

[0054] The insertion groove (53) into which the insertion projection (40) is fitted may be formed in the front portion (50) or the rear portion (60). In the embodiment of FIG. 9, the insertion groove (53) is formed in the front portion (50).

[0055] A spacing projection (54) is formed in the insertion groove (53). Multiple spacing projections (54) may be formed. The spacing projection (54) prevents the insertion projection (40) from completely sealing the inside of the insertion groove (53). The spacing projection (54) creates a space that allows air flow while stably fixing the insertion projection (40) inside the insertion groove (53).

[0056] A movement prevention tab (57) is formed on the front portion (50). The movement prevention tab (57) is a projection that prevents the movement of the fragrance inserted into the socket (65) to be described later.

[0057] A fastening groove (59) is formed in the front portion (50). A fastening projection (67), which will be described later, is fitted into the fastening groove (59). The fastening groove (59) and the fastening projection (67) secure the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60).

[0058] FIG. 10 illustrates an example of the combination of a front portion (50), a connecting projection, and a cap (30) according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0059] Referring to FIG. 10, a locking projection (55) is formed on the inner side of the front portion (50). Depending on the embodiment, the locking projection (55) may also be formed on the rear portion (60). The locking projection (55) is fitted into the locking groove of the insertion projection (40). The locking projection (55) fixes the insertion projection (40). The locking projection (55) inhibits the vertical movement of the insertion projection (40). The insertion groove (53) inhibits the horizontal movement of the insertion projection (40). The insertion projection (40) fixes the cap (30).

[0060] A housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention comprises: a rear portion (60); a front portion (50) coupled to the rear portion (60); a socket (65) formed in at least one of the rear portion (60) and the front portion (50) to form a space for receiving fragrance; an insertion projection (40) inserted between the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60) and coupled to at least one of the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60); and a cap (30) having a shape that is coupled to the insertion projection (40) and surrounds the outer side of the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60).

[0061] A housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention includes a front portion (50) and a decorative portion (10, 20) that is interchangeably coupled thereto, the front portion (50) has at least one decorative insertion hole (51) formed therein, and the decorative portion (10, 20) has a decorative projection (11, 21) that is fitted into the decorative insertion hole (51).

[0062] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the insertion projection (40) has a locking hole (45) into which a locking projection (55) protruding from the front portion (50) or the rear portion (60) is inserted.

[0063] According to various embodiments of the present invention, when the insertion projection (40) is fastened to the front portion (50) or the rear portion (60), a spray hole (41) is formed that is exposed to the outside of the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60).

[0064] According to various embodiments of the present invention, an insertion groove (53) is formed in at least one of the front portion (50) or the rear portion (60), and an insertion projection (40) is fitted into the insertion groove (53).

[0065] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a spacing projection (54) is formed in the insertion groove (53), and the spacing projection (54) forms a space where air can flow between the insertion projection (40) and the front portion (50) or the rear portion (60).

[0066] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a movement prevention tab (57) is formed on at least one of the front portion (50) or the rear portion (60), and the movement prevention tab (57) protrudes toward the socket (65) to secure the fragrance.

[0067] FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a rear portion (60) according to various embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 12 shows a state in which an insertion projection (40) is placed in front of the rear portion (60) of FIG. 11.

[0068] Referring to FIGS. 11 and 12, the rear portion (60) is formed with a clip (69) that is attached to the air vent. The clip (69) secures the air vent to the vent. Although not shown in the drawings, in another embodiment of the present invention, the housing for the air freshener may be of a type that is placed on the dashboard of a vehicle. That is, a support may be connected to the rear portion (60) or the front portion (50), and the support and the dashboard may be connected to each other with an adhesive pad.

[0069] A flow hole (63) is formed in the rear portion (60). The flow hole (63) is a space into which air is introduced so that the air inside the vehicle can mix with the fragrance components. A socket (65) is formed in front of the flow hole (63). The socket (65) secures the fragrance. The socket (65) secures the fragrance in a detachable manner so that the fragrance can be replaced.

[0070] A flow groove (61) is formed in the rear portion (60). The flow groove (61) is a space through which air introduced into the rear portion (60) can be discharged to the outside. The flow groove (61) is formed in the part of the rear portion (60) that contacts the front portion (50). An insertion projection (40) is positioned in front of the flow groove (61).

[0071] A fastening projection (67) is formed on the rear portion (60). The fastening projection (67) is fitted into the fastening groove (59).

[0072] Fig. 13 is a plan view of Fig. 8.

[0073] Referring to FIG. 13, an insertion projection (40) is formed in front of the flow hole (63), and more preferably, a spray hole (41) is formed. The spray hole (41) is formed in the insertion projection (40).

[0074] FIG. 14 is a perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 1 from the rear.

[0075] Referring to FIG. 14, air inside the vehicle flows into the flow hole (63) of the rear section (60). A slit (S) is formed between the cap (30) and the rear section (60). A portion of the air flows through the slit (S).

[0076] Fig. 15 illustrates the flow of air passing through the fragrance.

[0077] Referring to FIG. 15, some of the air mixed with fragrance is discharged into the flow groove (61) (A), and some is discharged into the space created by the gap protrusion (54) (C). Some of the air discharged into the flow groove (61) is discharged into the injection hole (41) (B), and some meets with the air introduced into the slit (S) and flows into the inside of the cap (30) (D).

[0078] FIG. 16 illustrates the cut insertion projection (40) in the embodiment of FIG. 8.

[0079] Referring to FIG. 16, a spray hole (41) is formed in front of the flow groove (61). The spray hole (41) is exposed to the outside of the front portion (50) and the rear portion (60). The spray hole (41) is formed facing forward.

[0080] FIG. 17 illustrates the airflow in region 17 of FIG. 16. FIG. 18 illustrates the airflow in the embodiment of FIG. 8.

[0081] Referring to FIGS. 17 and 18, air mixed with fragrance components moves to the flow groove (61) formed on the upper side between the front part (50) and the rear part (60) (A). Some of the air that meets the fragrance components may flow back and move to the slit through the flow hole (63) (R). Some of the air is discharged into the space formed by the spacing projection (54) (C). The air that moved to the flow groove (61) moves to the spray hole (41) (B). Some of the air (D) that moved to the slit (S) is mixed with the various flows (A, B, C) described above to increase the flow velocity. Since the slit (S) is narrow, the flow velocity increases and the pressure decreases. This phenomenon facilitates the discharge of air trapped between the front part (50) and the rear part (60). Therefore, the discharge of fragrance becomes smooth.

[0082] FIG. 19 illustrates the airflow in the embodiment of FIG. 1.

[0083] Referring to FIG. 19, the internal shape of the cap (30) is curved and approximately spherical, so the direction of air flow can be made uniform. That is, the direction of diffusion can be made wider.

[0084] FIG. 20 illustrates another embodiment in which the cap (30) and decorative parts (10, 20) of FIG. 1 are modified.

[0085] FIG. 20 illustrates another embodiment of the decorative part (10, 20) and the cap (30), and the user can purchase and replace or combine the decorative part (10, 20) of the desired shape. For example, the cap (30) in the embodiment of FIG. 20 may be replaced with the embodiment of FIG. 1. In the embodiment of FIG. 20, the internal structure is the same as that of the previously described embodiment, so a detailed description is omitted.

[0086] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a flow groove (61) is formed on the surface in contact with the insertion projection (40) in at least one of the rear portion (60) and the front portion (50).

[0087] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a flow groove (61) is formed toward the surface covered by the cap (30) in at least one of the rear portion (60) and the front portion (50).

[0088] A housing for a fragrance according to various embodiments of the present invention comprises: a rear portion (60) into which air is introduced; a front portion (50) coupled to the rear portion (60); a socket (65) formed in at least one of the rear portion (60) and the front portion (50) to form a space for accommodating fragrance; a cap (30) placed over the rear portion (60); and an insertion projection (40) formed on the cap (30) so as to be coupled with the rear portion (60) while maintaining a slit through which air can flow. The cap (30) and the insertion projection (40) may be formed separately and coupled, or they may be formed integrally.

[0089] According to the present invention, the process of replacing the consumed air freshener is simple, and various decorative items can be attached and replaced. In addition, the cap (30) forms a slit to diffuse air evenly and widely.

[0090] Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described above, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. Furthermore, various modifications can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the essence of the invention as claimed in the patent claims, and such modifications should not be understood individually from the technical spirit or perspective of the present invention.

Claims

1. Rear section; Front part combined with the rear part above; A socket formed in at least one of the above rear portion and the above front portion to form a space for accommodating fragrance; An insertion projection inserted between the front portion and the rear portion and coupled to at least one of the front portion and the rear portion; and A housing for a fragrance comprising a cap that is coupled to the insertion projection and wraps around the outer side of the front portion and the rear portion.

2. In Paragraph 1, It further includes a decorative part that is replaceably coupled to the front part mentioned above, and The above-mentioned front portion has at least one decorative insertion hole formed therein, and The above decorative part is, A housing for a fragrance with a decorative protrusion formed thereon that fits into the above-mentioned decorative insertion hole.

3. In Paragraph 1, The above insertion projection is a housing for a fragrance having a locking hole into which a locking projection protruding from the front or rear portion is inserted.

4. In Paragraph 1, A housing for a fragrance, having a spray hole formed that is exposed to the outside of the front and rear portions while the above-mentioned insertion projection is fastened to the front or rear portion.

5. In Paragraph 1, An insertion groove is formed in at least one of the front portion or the rear portion, and The above insertion projection is a housing for a fragrance that is fitted into the above insertion groove.

6. In Paragraph 5, A spacing projection is formed in the above insertion groove, and The above spacing projection is, A housing for a fragrance that forms a space where air can flow between the insertion projection and the front portion or the rear portion.

7. In Paragraph 1, A movement prevention tab is formed on at least one of the front portion or the rear portion, and The above movement prevention tab is, A housing for a fragrance that protrudes toward the above socket and secures the fragrance.

8. In Paragraph 1, A housing for a fragrance, having a flow groove formed on the surface in contact with the insertion projection in at least one of the rear portion and the front portion.

9. In Paragraph 1, A housing for a fragrance, having a flow groove formed toward the surface covered by the cap in at least one of the rear portion and the front portion.

10. Rear section where air enters; Front part combined with the rear part above; A socket formed in at least one of the above rear portion and the above front portion to form a space for accommodating fragrance; A cap placed on the rear portion above; A housing for a fragrance, comprising an insertion projection formed on the cap so that the cap is joined with the rear portion while maintaining a slit through which air can flow.

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