Apparatus for massaging calves and thighs

Abstract

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a massage apparatus for massaging the lower body is disclosed. The massage apparatus comprises: a first type of multiple air cells for massaging knees and lower legs; and a second type of multiple air cells for massaging thighs, wherein the first type of multiple air cells and the second type of multiple air cells are connected by a cover of the massage apparatus.

Description

A device for massaging the calves and thighs

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a device for massaging the lower body, specifically a device comprising a massage module and capable of controlling the massage module to achieve a massage effect on the lower body of a user, including the calves and thighs.

[0002] Massage is an auxiliary medical therapy that regulates the user's physical condition, promotes blood circulation, and relieves fatigue by applying various forms of mechanical stimulation to parts of the user's body, such as kneading, pressing, pulling, tapping, or moving. The increasing demand for massage has led to a rise in demand for massage devices or equipment that provide artificial massage functions due to economic circumstances and time constraints. In other words, as the demand to relieve fatigue or stress by loosening tense muscles through massage increases, various massage devices are being released to efficiently implement massage effects.

[0003] Korean Registered Patent No. 2592311 (October 17, 2023) discloses an apparatus for massaging an abdomen and a method for controlling thereof.

[0004] The present disclosure aims to provide a device for effectively massaging a user's body using a massage module, and in particular, a device for massaging a lower body area including the user's calves and thighs.

[0005] In addition, the present disclosure aims to provide a structure of a plurality of air cells so as to enable the implementation of a massage effect optimized for each lower body part of a user, in a massage device that controls a massage module comprising a plurality of air cells to implement a massage effect.

[0006] Meanwhile, the technical problem that the present disclosure aims to solve is not limited to the technical problem mentioned above, and various technical problems may be included within the scope obvious to a person skilled in the art from the contents described below.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure for realizing the aforementioned objectives, a massage device for massaging the lower body is disclosed. The massage device includes a first type of multi-air cell for massaging the knee and lower leg; and a second type of multi-air cell for massaging the thigh, wherein the first type of multi-air cell and the second type of multi-air cell may be connected by a cover of the massage device.

[0008] In one embodiment, the first type of multi-air cell includes a triple air cell, and the triple air cell may include at least two fluid cells formed in an interlocking shape.

[0009] In one embodiment, the second type of multi-air cell may include a double air cell formed in a shape that interlocks with each other.

[0010] In one embodiment, the triple air cell includes a knee massager for massaging the knee, and the knee massager may include a plurality of diaphragm structures.

[0011] In one embodiment, the triple air cell includes a lower leg massager for massaging the lower leg from multiple angles, and the knee massager may share at least one air cell with the lower leg massager.

[0012] In one embodiment, the triple air cell may include a 3-1 air cell for massaging the lower part of the lower leg; a 3-2-1 air cell for massaging the upper lateral part of the lower leg; a 3-2-2 air cell for massaging the knee; and a 3-3 air cell for massaging the upper central part of the lower leg.

[0013] In one embodiment, the 3-2-1 air cell and the 3-2-2 air cell are one air cell connected to each other; and may be included in the 3-2 air cell for massaging the upper side of the lower leg and the knee.

[0014] In one embodiment, the 3-2-1 air cell and the 3-2-2 air cell may be connected to each other through parts corresponding to the sides of the knee and lower leg.

[0015] In one embodiment, the triple air cell and the double air cell include a plurality of fastening parts for connecting each air cell and a plurality of nozzles, and the plurality of fastening parts may be arranged parallel to each other in the longitudinal direction of the leg on one side of the lower leg and the thigh.

[0016] In one embodiment, the massage device may apply different control methods to each of the triple air cell and the double air cell.

[0017] In one embodiment, the different control methods may include a control method that causes a continuous irregular pattern operation at regular intervals on the control graph of a triple air cell and a continuous irregular pattern operation at regular intervals on the control graph of a double air cell to be performed at different times.

[0018] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure for realizing the aforementioned objectives, an air cell structure for massaging the lower body is disclosed. The air cell structure includes a first type of multi-air cell for massaging the knee and lower leg; and a second type of multi-air cell for massaging the thigh, and the first type of multi-air cell and the second type of multi-air cell may be configured to be connected by a cover of the massage device.

[0019] In one embodiment, the first type of multi-air cell includes a triple air cell, and the second type of multi-air cell may include a double air cell.

[0020] In one embodiment, the triple air cell includes a knee massager for massaging the knee, and the knee massager may include a plurality of diaphragm structures.

[0021] In one embodiment, the triple air cell includes a lower leg massager for massaging the lower leg from multiple angles, and the knee massager may share at least one air cell with the lower leg massager.

[0022] In one embodiment, the triple air cell may include a 3-1 air cell for massaging the lower part of the lower leg; a 3-2-1 air cell for massaging the upper lateral part of the lower leg; a 3-2-2 air cell for massaging the knee; and a 3-3 air cell for massaging the upper central part of the lower leg.

[0023] In one embodiment, the 3-2-1 air cell and the 3-2-2 air cell are one air cell connected to each other; and may be included in the 3-2 air cell for massaging the upper side of the lower leg and the knee.

[0024] In one embodiment, the 3-2-1 air cell and the 3-2-2 air cell may be connected to each other through parts corresponding to the sides of the knee and lower leg.

[0025] In one embodiment, the triple air cell and the double air cell include a plurality of fastening parts for connecting each air cell and a plurality of nozzles, and the plurality of fastening parts may be arranged parallel to each other in the longitudinal direction of the leg on one side of the lower leg and the thigh.

[0026] In one embodiment, the triple air cell and the double air cell may be configured so that different control methods can be applied to each other.

[0027] The present disclosure relates to a massage device capable of helping to relieve fatigue, promote blood circulation, or relax muscles at least one of by controlling a massage module to effectively massage the lower body, including the user's calves and thighs.

[0028] Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a structure of an air cell for effectively implementing a massage effect by optimizing it for each lower body part of the user. Through the air cell structure of the present disclosure, the durability, massage performance, massage range, efficiency of configuration arrangement, and user comfort of the massage device can be improved.

[0029] Meanwhile, the effects of the present disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above, and various effects may be included within the scope obvious to a person skilled in the art from the contents described below.

[0030] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a computing device that can be utilized in the implementation of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIGS. 3a and 3b are external views relating to the appearance of a massage device for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIGS. 4a and 4b are schematic diagrams illustrating an air cell structure for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIGS. 5a and 5b are other schematic diagrams schematically illustrating an air cell structure for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIGS. 6a and 6b are another schematic diagram schematically illustrating an air cell structure for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram showing a control graph of an air pump and a plurality of air cells in a kneading mode according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram showing a control graph of an air pump and a plurality of air cells in a relaxation mode according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 9 is a schematic diagram showing a control graph of an air pump and a plurality of air cells in a meridian mode according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing a control graph of an air pump and a plurality of air cells in a pressure mode according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] FIG. 11 is a brief and general schematic diagram of an exemplary computing environment in which embodiments of the present disclosure may be implemented.

[0041] Various embodiments are now described with reference to the drawings. In this specification, various descriptions are provided to provide an understanding of the present disclosure. However, it is evident that these embodiments can be practiced without such specific descriptions.

[0042] As used herein, terms such as “component,” “module,” “system,” etc. refer to computer-related entities, hardware, firmware, software, combinations of software and hardware, or executions of software. For example, a component may be, but is not limited to, a procedure executed on a processor, a processor, an object, an execution thread, a program, and / or a computer. For example, both an application executed on a computing device and the computing device itself may be a component. One or more components may reside within a processor and / or an execution thread. A component may be localized within a single computer. A component may be distributed among two or more computers. Additionally, these components may be executed from various computer-readable media having various data structures stored therein. Components may communicate through local and / or remote processes, for example, according to signals having one or more data packets (e.g., data from a component interacting with another component in a local system or distributed system, and / or data transmitted through signals to other systems and networks such as the Internet).

[0043] Furthermore, the term "or" is intended to mean an implicit "or" rather than an exclusive "or." That is, unless otherwise specified or evident from the context, "X uses A or B" is intended to mean one of the natural implicit substitutions. In other words, if X uses A; if X uses B; or if X uses both A and B, "X uses A or B" may apply to any of these cases. Additionally, the term "and / or" as used herein should be understood to refer to and include all possible combinations of one or more of the enumerated related items.

[0044] Additionally, the terms “comprising” and / or “comprising” should be understood to mean that such features and / or components are present. However, the terms “comprising” and / or “comprising” should be understood not to exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, components and / or groups thereof. Furthermore, unless otherwise specified or clearly evident from the context to indicate a singular form, the singular in this specification and claims should generally be interpreted to mean “one or more.”

[0045] And, the term "at least one of A or B" should be interpreted to mean "a case including only A," "a case including only B," or "a combination of A and B."

[0046] Those skilled in the art should recognize that the various exemplary logical blocks, configurations, modules, circuits, means, logics, and algorithmic steps described in connection with the embodiments disclosed herein may be implemented in electronic hardware, computer software, or a combination of both. To clearly exemplify the interchangeability of hardware and software, various exemplary components, blocks, configurations, means, logics, modules, circuits, and steps have been generally described above in terms of their functionality. Whether such functionality is implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints imposed on the overall system. Skilled technicians may implement the described functionality in various ways for each specific application. However, such decisions regarding implementation should not be construed as going beyond the scope of this disclosure.

[0047] The description of the presented embodiments is provided to enable those skilled in the art to use or practice the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Thus, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments presented herein. The present invention should be interpreted in the broadest possible scope consistent with the principles and novel features presented herein.

[0048] Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 1, a massage device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure will be examined in general.

[0049]

[0050] Referring to FIG. 1, a massage device (10) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a massage module (11), a control module (12), and a housing (13).

[0051]

[0052] The massage module (11) can perform massage operations on the user's body. For example, it can perform massage operations by utilizing various implementation methods such as massage by pressure or massage by rubbing, and can implement a massage effect on the user's body. The massage module (11) may include at least one of a massage ball, a massage rail, a massage air cell, an air pump and valve, a massage pad, a massage roller, or a vibrating massager.

[0053] The above air cell is configured such that air in a gaseous state can be introduced or discharged, and various physical stimuli can be implemented through the discharge or introduction of such air. For example, the above air cell can implement various physical stimuli based on the cell structure, the pattern of air discharge or discharge, the amount of air, the temperature of the air, the speed of air discharge or discharge, the intensity (pressure) of air discharge or discharge, and thereby provide a massage effect to the user of the above massage device (10). The above air pump performs at least one operation of supplying air to the above air cell or recovering air from the above air cell. Such an air pump can be implemented not only as devices referred to as pumps in the technical field of the present invention, but also as various types of devices capable of implementing the supply or recovery of air. Meanwhile, if the above air cell is implemented as a structure including a plurality of air cells, the above air pump can be connected independently to each air cell and can supply or recover air independently to each cell. The above valve may be a means for controlling the movement of air from the air pump to the air cell. For example, the valve connecting each air cell and the pump may include a solenoid valve controlled by an electrical signal. A massage operation utilizing an air cell may include an operation in which a pressure capable of movable air is formed by the operation of the air pump, the movement of air is controlled by the operation of the valve, and air passes through the valve and moves to the air cell through a nozzle to inflate the air cell.

[0054]

[0055] The control module (12) is a component that controls components included in the massage device (10) that can be controlled via electrical signals. The massage device (10) can perform a massage operation by controlling the massage module (11) through the control module (12). For example, the massage device (10) can control various components included in the massage module (11), such as the air pump and the valve between the air cell and the air pump. For example, the control module (12) may be configured to include a control board, or it may be configured to include a driver module.

[0056]

[0057] The housing (13) may include at least some components of the massage device (10) and may perform the role of directly isolating these components from the outside or forming the physical structure of the massage device according to the usage pattern of the massage device. In addition, the housing (13) performs the role of directly contacting the user and delivering stimulation to the user. Accordingly, the housing (13) may be formed of a material that is not harmful to human skin and may be formed of a cushioning material that can prevent excessive stimulation transmission. In addition, the housing (13) may be implemented in a shape that can be fastened to the shape of the human body at the massage target area and may include fastening parts for a secure fastening.

[0058] In the present disclosure, the housing (13) may include a cover that encloses the massage module. Depending on the configuration and form of the massage device, the cover may be interpreted as having the same meaning as the housing. In another embodiment, the cover may be configured to include an outer shell and an inner shell of the housing, or to include a fabric case portion.

[0059]

[0060] Meanwhile, the massage device (10) may include additional configurations to implement additional functions related to massage in addition to these configurations. For example, the massage device (10) may additionally include a heating module for providing thermal stimulation, a cooling module for providing cold stimulation, a fragrance module for providing olfactory therapy, etc. For example, these additional modules may be controlled by the control module (12).

[0061] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the massage device (10) can perform a heating function by means of a heating module. For example, the heating function may be intended to maximize the massage effect by softening the muscles. For example, the heating function may be executed for a preset time to prevent low-temperature burns and may be automatically terminated after the preset time has elapsed. For example, the heating function may be configured in three stages. Furthermore, the three stages may be configured differently depending on the set temperature of the heating. Or, the three stages may be configured differently depending on the duration of the heating function. Or, the three stages may be configured differently depending on the pattern of the heating function. For example, the massage device (10) may perform a heating function by means of a heating film included in the heating module. For example, the heating film may be located inside the housing (13), or may be located in a form attached to the outside or included inside a pocket. For example, even if the massage device (10) is a calf massage device, the heating function may be performed by means of a near-infrared LED. For example, the near-infrared LED may be located inside the housing (13). A heating module utilizing the near-infrared LED can reduce the existing low-temperature burn issue and achieve effects such as effective heat transfer, blood circulation, and inflammation relief.

[0062]

[0063] In one embodiment, the control module (12) included in the massage device (10) can be implemented in the form of various computing devices.

[0064]

[0065] Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 2, we will examine an exemplary computing device that may be included in the control module (12).

[0066]

[0067] FIG. 2 is a block diagram of an exemplary computing device for implementing a control module (12) included in a massage device (10) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The computing device (100) illustrated in FIG. 2 can control the operation of the massage device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. For example, the computing device (100) can control the performance of a heating function. Alternatively, the computing device (100) can control the operation of filling or discharging air into an air cell. For example, in a massage device comprising a plurality of air cells, the operation of filling or discharging air into each air cell can be controlled individually, sequentially, or collectively to achieve a massage effect on the user's body. For example, the computing device (100) can control the operation of at least one of a pump that provides power for the movement of air or a valve that controls the movement of air to cause air to be filled or discharged into the air cell. The operation of the computing device (100) controlling the operation of the massage device utilizing the air cell may include signal transmission and reception, data processing, control of sensors and actuators, or decision control, but is not limited thereto.

[0068] The configuration of the computing device (100) shown in FIG. 2 is merely a simplified example. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the computing device (100) may include other configurations for performing the computing environment of the computing device (100), and only some of the disclosed configurations may constitute the computing device (100).

[0069] The computing device (100) may include at least one of a processor (110), memory (130), or network unit (150).

[0070] The processor (110) may be composed of one or more cores and may include processors for data analysis and deep learning, such as a central processing unit (CPU), a general purpose graphics processing unit (GPGPU), and a tensor processing unit (TPU) of a computing device. The processor (110) may read a computer program stored in memory (130) and perform data processing for machine learning according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the processor (110) may perform operations for learning a neural network. The processor (110) may perform calculations for learning a neural network, such as processing input data for learning in deep learning (DL), extracting features from input data, calculating errors, and updating the weights of the neural network using backpropagation. At least one of the CPU, GPGPU, and TPU of the processor (110) may process the learning of a network function. For example, a CPU and a GPGPU can work together to process the learning of a network function and data classification using the network function. Additionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, processors of a plurality of computing devices can be used together to process the learning of a network function and data classification using the network function. Furthermore, a computer program executed on a computing device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be a CPU, GPGPU, or TPU executable program.

[0071] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the memory (130) can store any form of information generated or determined by the processor (110) and any form of information received by the network unit (150).

[0072] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the memory (130) may include at least one type of storage medium among a flash memory type, a hard disk type, a multimedia card micro type, a card type memory (e.g., SD or XD memory), RAM (Random Access Memory), SRAM (Static Random Access Memory), ROM (Read-Only Memory), EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory), PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory), magnetic memory, a magnetic disk, and an optical disk. The computing device (100) may operate in conjunction with web storage that performs the storage function of the memory (130) on the internet. The description of the memory described above is merely an example and the present disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0073] A network unit (150) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can use various wired communication systems such as a public switched telephone network (PSTN), xDSL (x Digital Subscriber Line), RADSL (Rate Adaptive DSL), MDSL (Multi Rate DSL), VDSL (Very High Speed ​​DSL), UADSL (Universal Asymmetric DSL), HDSL (High Bit Rate DSL), and a local area network (LAN).

[0074] In addition, the network unit (150) presented in this specification may use various wireless communication systems such as CDMA (Code Division Multi Access), TDMA (Time Division Multi Access), FDMA (Frequency Division Multi Access), OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multi Access), SC-FDMA (Single Carrier-FDMA), and other systems.

[0075] In the present disclosure, the network unit (150) can be configured regardless of the communication mode, such as wired and wireless, and can be configured as various communication networks such as a Local Area Network (LAN), a Personal Area Network (PAN), and a Wide Area Network (WAN). In addition, the network may be a known World Wide Web (WWW) and may utilize wireless transmission technology used for short-range communication, such as Infrared Data Association (IrDA) or Bluetooth.

[0076] The technologies described in this specification can be used not only in the networks mentioned above but also in other networks.

[0077] When elements or layers are referred to as being "on" or "on" another element or layer, it includes not only being directly on top of the other element or layer but also cases where another layer or element is interposed in between. On the other hand, when a component is referred to as being "directly on" or "immediately on," it indicates that no other element or layer is interposed in between.

[0078] Spatially relative terms such as "below," "beneath," "lower," "above," and "upper" may be used to easily describe the relationship between one component or other components as illustrated in the drawings. Spatially relative terms should be understood as encompassing different orientations of the element during use or operation, in addition to the directions illustrated in the drawings.

[0079] For example, if a component depicted in a drawing is inverted, a component described as being "below" or "beneath" another component may be placed "above" the other component. Therefore, the exemplary term "below" may encompass both the downward and upward directions. Components may also be oriented in other directions, and accordingly, spatially relative terms may be interpreted according to the orientation.

[0080] Additionally, the terms "mechanism" and "device" as used in this disclosure may often be used interchangeably.

[0081]

[0082] The massage device described in the present disclosure can achieve a massage effect on a user's body by controlling an air cell that can be expanded or contracted by filling or releasing air.

[0083] The massage in the present disclosure includes massage by pressure, and said massage by pressure may include massage by pressing the user's body, massage by rubbing pressure, etc. Furthermore, the method of applying pressure to the user's body is not limited to the method described above, and various pressure methods that a person skilled in the art can utilize without particular difficulty may be utilized. Additionally, it should be understood that the massage in the present disclosure includes various massage methods that relieve physical fatigue in the user, such as massage by heat and massage by vibration, in addition to massage by pressure.

[0084] Additionally, the massage device utilizing the air cell described above may be driven by a control module (12). Meanwhile, the present disclosure includes an air cell structure for massage, said air cell structure may be designed as a part of the massage device or as a component. In the present disclosure, the air cell may have each tip portion formed in an angular shape or configured in a gently curved shape.

[0085] In the present disclosure, the air cell comprises a cell shape capable of injecting or discharging air. The cell shape comprises a shape capable of storing air at least temporarily. According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the air cell may be formed using at least one of a material comprising TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane), PVC (Polyvinyl chloride), PU (Polyurethane), Nylon, PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate), EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate), Latex, Silicone, or a blend of some of the aforementioned examples. For example, when TPU material is used as the material for the air cell, the TPU material may have the effect of maintaining its shape and maintaining performance regarding expansion and contraction even when the air cell undergoes repeated expansion or contraction.

[0086] Meanwhile, as an example, the air cell includes an air cell capable of storing air at least temporarily inside the air cell for filling or discharging air. Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, when the air to be filled or discharged inside the air cell is air, air can be secured from the outside through a pump to fill the air cell, and air can be discharged from inside the air cell to the outside by a pressure difference through only an opening and closing operation without a separate discharge or storage operation. This provides the advantage that the air does not need to be secured or stored in advance, thereby enabling the massage device to be constructed with a low weight and simplifying the process regarding the expansion and contraction of the air cell, resulting in increased portability and convenience. In the present disclosure, the air mentioned herein can be interpreted by a person skilled in the art as general air.

[0087] Meanwhile, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, what is introduced into or discharged from the air cell may be a gas, liquid, or solid having fluidity. The gas may be a gas such as nitrogen, helium, argon, or carbon dioxide, but is not limited to the examples listed above, and includes a gas having fluidity such that it can be filled into the air cell and discharged from the air cell, and which a person skilled in the art can utilize without particular difficulty. In addition, the liquid may be a liquid such as water, oil, glycerol, or silicone oil, but is not limited to the examples listed above, and includes a liquid having fluidity such that it can be filled into the air cell and discharged from the air cell, and which a person skilled in the art can utilize without particular difficulty. In addition, the above solid may be a solid such as silicone gel, gelatin, polyurethane, thixotropic fluid, or hydrogel, but is not limited to the examples listed above, and includes a solid having a degree of fluidity such that it can be filled into an air cell and discharged from the air cell, and which can be utilized without particular difficulty by a person skilled in the art. The configurations mentioned in this disclosure should also be interpreted as configurations of a massage device capable of performing massage operations using gases, liquids, or solids other than air.

[0088]

[0089] For example, a massage device utilizing air cells or the air cell structure of the massage device may be configured to form a series of multiple expansion sections by means of a shape in which multiple air cells interlock with each other. The series of multiple expansion sections can produce the effect of massaging the user's body from multiple angles through individual, connected, or overall expansion and contraction movements of the expansion sections. Additionally, massage movements corresponding to each part of the user's body may be implemented by utilizing the multiple expansion sections. For example, among the multiple expansion sections, the expansion sections formed near the calf of the massage device may perform massage movements corresponding to at least one of the tibialis anterior muscle, soleus muscle, Achilles tendon, or gastrocnemius muscle. Alternatively, the expansion sections formed near the foot of the massage device may perform massage movements corresponding to the instep, sole, or ankle. In this case, the massage effect on the user's body can be maximized by performing individual massage movements on multiple muscles. Alternatively, it may have massage effects from multiple angles. In the present disclosure, the expansion sections may be formed continuously in one direction, or they may be formed adjacently even if they are not continuous in one direction. Furthermore, the expansion part in the present disclosure refers to a part that expands upon the injection of air. In this case, the expansion part may be formed by the entire air cell, may be formed by a specific part of the air cell, or may be configured such that a single air cell includes a plurality of expansion parts. In the present disclosure, the expansion part refers to a structure capable of expanding upon the injection of air, and does not refer only to a structure in an expanded state.

[0090]

[0091] Hereinafter, the external structure of a massage device for massaging the lower body is described through FIGS. 3a and 3b, and furthermore, the structure of a massage device for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is described in detail through FIGS. 4a and 4b, and finally, various embodiments of the massage device are additionally described through FIGS. 5a to 6b.

[0092]

[0093] FIGS. 3a and 3b are external views relating to the appearance of a massage device for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0094] Referring to FIGS. 3a and 3b, a massage device for massaging the lower body may include a lower leg massage section, a knee massage section, and a thigh massage section. Additionally, the massage device may include a cover portion that includes a massage module for massaging the lower body area of ​​a user. In this case, the cover portion may be a part that constitutes the shape of the massage device that encloses the lower body area, including the user's calf and thigh. For example, the cover portion may include a part that encloses the lower leg and knee, and a part that encloses the thigh. The lower leg massage section, the knee massage section, and the thigh massage section may be connected by the cover, thereby enabling massage operations corresponding to various parts of the lower body to be performed by a single device.

[0095] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the lower leg massager can massage a lower leg area including the user's calf. For example, the lower leg massager may massage the shin or Achilles tendon in addition to the calf. For example, the lower leg massager (300-1) may include a massage module corresponding to the lower leg area inside a cover, and in particular, the lower leg massager (300-1) may include a part of a first type of multi-air cell among the massage modules.

[0096] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the knee massager can massage the knee area of ​​a user. For example, it can massage the front part of the knee intensively, and the cover portion corresponding to the front part of the knee may be configured to include an elastic material to respond to the user's movements. The knee massager (300-2) may include a massage module corresponding to the knee massager inside the cover. For example, a portion of a first type of multi-air cell among the massage modules may constitute the knee massager (300-2). In order to make the knee massager more closely adhere to the user's knee area and thereby enhance the massage effect, the knee massager may further be provided with a fixing device for fixing the knee massager (300-2) to the user's knee. The fixing device may be in the form of a band including Velcro, but is not limited thereto.

[0097] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the thigh massager can massage the thigh area of ​​a user. For example, the thigh massager may be configured to surround the user's thigh. For example, the thigh massager (200-1) may include a massage module corresponding to the thigh area inside a cover, and in particular, the thigh massager (200-1) may include a part of a second type of multi-air cell among the massage modules.

[0098] In the present disclosure, the first type of multi-air cell may be an air cell for massaging the knee and lower leg, and the second type of multi-air cell may be an air cell for massaging the thigh. However, even in the case of a configuration in which the first type of multi-air cell massages the lower leg and the second type of multi-air cell massages the knee and thigh, since this can be modified by a person skilled in the art without special difficulty according to the present disclosure, it is clear that it is an invention that falls within the same or equivalent scope in relation to the invention described in the present disclosure.

[0099] In the present disclosure, the term "multiple air cells" may refer to a configuration in which separate air cells with clearly separated internal spaces are present together, but should also be interpreted as referring to a single air cell in the case where, as another example, a single air cell forms multiple expansion sections by means of a barrier structure.

[0100] Referring again to FIGS. 3a and 3b, FIGS. 3a and 3b may be a pair of massage devices configured to correspond to the user's two legs. The pair of massage devices may be configured with a symmetrical structure relative to each other, but are not limited to a symmetrical form relative to each other.

[0101] In one embodiment, the massage device may be configured such that a control module is attached to the outside of the cover portion, as shown in FIGS. 3a and 3b.

[0102]

[0103] FIGS. 4a and 4b are schematic diagrams illustrating an air cell structure for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0104] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a massage device may include a first type of multi-air cell for massaging the knee and lower leg and a second type of multi-air cell for massaging the thigh. The first type of multi-air cell (300) may be divided into a lower leg massage section (300-1) and a knee massage section (300-2) according to the corresponding body parts. At this time, the division may be physically separated into separate air cells, but may be conceptually divided according to the corresponding body parts.

[0105] The lower leg massage section (300-1) may include a third-1 air cell (310), a third-2 air cell (320), and a third-3 air cell (330). In the case of the third-2 air cell, only a portion of the third-2 air cell may be included in the lower leg massage section. The third-1 air cell (310) is intended to massage the lower part of the lower leg. The third-1 air cell (310) can perform a massage action corresponding to at least one of the soleus muscle, Achilles tendon, or soleus muscle of the lower calf. For example, the third-1 air cell (310) may include a diaphragm structure (410). The third-1 air cell (310) can form a plurality of expansion sections by the diaphragm structure (410) to realize a massage effect from multiple angles and can be configured advantageously to surround the lower part of the lower leg according to the user's body structure. The portion of the 3-2 air cell included in the lower leg massage portion can perform a massage operation corresponding to the upper side portion of the lower leg. The upper side portion of the lower leg may include a part of the gastrocnemius muscle. In this case, in the present disclosure, the portion of the 3-2 air cell included in the lower leg massage portion may include the 3-2-1 air cell (321). The 3-3 air cell (330) can perform a massage operation corresponding to the upper central portion of the lower leg. The upper central portion of the lower leg may include a part of the gastrocnemius muscle.

[0106] Referring again to FIG. 4b, a portion of the 3-2 air cell may be included in the knee massage section. In this case, the knee massage section may be configured considering the shape of a curved knee. For example, the 3-2 air cell included in the knee massage section may include a 3-2-2 air cell (322), and the 3-2-2 air cell (322) may include a diaphragm structure. When referring to FIG. 4a through 6b, shapes such as circular, semicircular, and elliptical may be used as examples of the diaphragm structure, but are not limited thereto. The diaphragm structure of the 3-2-2 air cell may be configured so that the 3-2-2 air cell (322) adheres closely to the user's knee by considering the shape of the knee. For example, the 3-2-2 air cell (322) may include a plurality of diaphragm structures (410), and in this case, at least some of the plurality of diaphragm structures (410) may be formed in shapes different from each other. FIG. 4b illustrates a diaphragm structure (410) formed to be suitable for protruding structures such as the patella by a circular diaphragm structure, and in addition, a diaphragm structure (410) with rounded corners, such as a rounded square or capsule shape, can also be utilized.

[0107] In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the triple air cell (300) may include at least two air cells formed in an interlocking shape. For example, referring to FIG. 4a, the third-2 air cell (320) and the third-3 air cell (330) are formed in an interlocking shape. Through this structure, a massage operation can be performed by dividing the calf into a side portion on one side, a central portion, and a side portion on the other side.

[0108] In the present disclosure, the 3-2-1 air cell (321) and the 3-2-2 air cell (322) are separate air cells and may be two air cells constituting the 3-2 air cell (320), but as another example, they may be divided into sections from a single air cell connected to each other, as illustrated in FIG. 4a and 4b. For example, the knee massage unit (300-2) and the lower leg massage unit (300-1) may share at least one air cell. Unlike as illustrated in FIG. 4a, the knee massage unit (300-2) and the lower leg massage unit (300-1) may share the 3-3 air cell (330) instead of the 3-2 air cell (320), and are not limited to a specific air cell. When the knee massage unit (300-2) and the lower leg massage unit (300-1) share the 3-2 air cell (320), the massage operation of the side of the calf and the massage operation of the knee can be performed together by controlling the 3-2 air cell (320). In one embodiment, the 3-2-1 air cell (321) and the 3-2-2 air cell (322) can be connected to each other through parts corresponding to the sides of the knee and lower leg. When a user performs a movement of bending or straightening the knee, or when the user's posture changes, if the connection between the air cells is made through the sides of the knee and lower leg, the movement of air between the air cells can be maintained relatively smoothly. When considering the process of a user bending the knee, the front part of the knee must be extended in length, and the rear part of the knee must be shortened in length. If air cells are placed in parts that undergo significant deformation due to posture or movement, parts of the air cells may be folded or crumpled, and the movement of air may not be smooth due to such deformation. If air movement is not smooth in this way, the massage effect of the air cell utilizing air pressure may be minimized, and deformation of the air cell may also have an adverse effect on the durability of the massage device.Considering these points, since the sides of the knees and lower legs are areas that undergo relatively little change due to the user's movements or posture, connecting air cells through parts corresponding to the sides of the knees and lower legs may offer advantages in terms of air cell shape deformation, usability, and the smoothness of air movement.

[0109] For example, the second type of multi-air cell may include a double air cell (200) for massaging the thigh. For example, the double air cell may include at least two fluid cells formed in a shape that interlocks with each other. In one embodiment, the double air cell may include a second-1 air cell (210) and a second-2 air cell (220). In this case, the second-1 air cell (210) and the second-2 air cell (220) may be formed in a shape that interlocks with each other. For example, each of the air cells may perform a massage operation corresponding to the upper and lower parts of the thigh.

[0110] Referring to FIGS. 4a through 6b, the air cell may include a connecting portion (420). The connecting portion is for connecting the air cell to a nozzle and serves as a passage for receiving air from an air pump or for discharging air inside the air cell. The connecting portion (420) may be arranged to correspond to each air cell, and if necessary, there may also be air cells with multiple connecting portions. The structure or method of connecting the connecting portion (420) may utilize a structure or method that a person skilled in the art can invent without special difficulty to connect a nozzle to an air cell. In one embodiment, a triple air cell and a double air cell may include multiple connecting portions (420) for connecting each air cell to multiple nozzles. At this time, the multiple connecting portions (420) may be arranged parallel to each other along the length of the leg on one side of the lower leg and thigh. For example, the multiple connecting portions (420) may be arranged parallel to each other along the length of the leg on the rear or side of the lower leg and thigh. Massage devices utilizing air cells generally include a nozzle configuration connecting an air pump and an air cell, and the arrangement of such nozzles can affect the smooth movement of air and the durability of the massage device. When multiple fastening parts (420) are arranged sporadically, the path from each fastening part (420) to the air pump may also be arranged sporadically, which may have an adverse effect on usability or durability. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, when multiple fastening parts (420) are arranged side by side on one side, the arrangement of nozzles connected to each fastening part can be relatively simple, and through this arrangement, the massage device can have a structural advantage.

[0111] In the present disclosure, the term "lower leg" refers to the area between the knee joint and the ankle and should be interpreted to include the calf. The lower leg may also include parts such as the shin or Achilles tendon.

[0112] In the present disclosure, the barrier structure may be a structure for forming a plurality of expansion portions in a single air cell. The barrier structure (410) may be for forming a divided portion of the air-filled and expanded portion by partially blocking the interior of the third-1 air cell (310). For example, the barrier structure (410) may be a structure formed in a straight line or a U-shape attached to the central corner of the air cell to partially divide the internal space of the air cell and partially block the flow of air, and the barrier structure (410) depicted in FIGS. 4a and 4b is an exemplary illustration of a barrier structure formed in a U-shape attached to the central corner of the third-1 air cell (310). Additionally, the barrier structure (410) may be formed so that air can move through the central space where the barrier structure is not formed. As another example, the diaphragm structure (410) may be partially formed in a straight line in the center of the air cell to partially separate the internal space of the air cell and partially block the flow of air, and furthermore, it may be configured to have a space on both sides of the diaphragm structure through which air can move. Multiple inflatable sections formed by the multiple air cell structure or the diaphragm structure (410) can produce the effect of massaging the user's body from multiple angles, and in addition, when attempting to massage a curved part of the user's body, the air cell corresponding to said part can be made to adhere closely to the user's body in accordance with said curve. For example, the 3-1 air cell (310) can form two inflatable sections by the diaphragm structure (410). In this case, as an example, the two inflatable sections can massage the lower part of the user's calf from multiple angles, and also, formed to match the curve of the user's calf, can perform a massage operation in close contact with the user's calf. In the present disclosure, the barrier structure (410) may be included in other air cells in addition to the 3-1 air cell.

[0113] In the present disclosure, the interlocking shape may include a shape in which two or more partial structures are interlocked by including at least one curved structure, a spiral structure, or a bent structure. For example, the interlocking shape may be a structure including an uneven shape or a screw shape. As another example, the interlocking shape may be a shape in which one partial structure is formed as an uneven shape, and the uneven shape is a structure including, among various uneven shapes, two convex parts and one concave part, and another partial structure is interlocked in such a manner that it is inserted into the one concave part. In this case, the one partial structure may be a structure including an arch shape, a square shape, or a triangular structure, and a curved structure should also be interpreted as being included in the interlocking structure.

[0114] Meanwhile, as mentioned above, "multiple air cells" should be interpreted not only to mean multiple air cells, but also to include cases where a single air cell forms multiple expansion sections by means of a barrier structure.

[0115]

[0116] FIGS. 5a and 5b are other schematic diagrams schematically illustrating an air cell structure for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0117] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the diaphragm structure (410) included in the knee massage portion (300-2) may be configured in a U-shape and may further include a plurality of other diaphragm structures. Additionally, the 2-1 air cell (210) and the 2-2 air cell (220) may be formed in a shape that includes a curved boundary portion and interlocks with each other. For example, the 2-1 air cell (210) and the 2-2 air cell (220) may include at least one diaphragm structure (410).

[0118]

[0119] FIGS. 6a and 6b are another schematic diagram schematically illustrating an air cell structure for massaging the lower body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0120] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the diaphragm structure (410) included in the knee massage portion (300-2) may be configured in an Ω shape and may further include a plurality of other diaphragm structures. Additionally, the second type of multi-air cell (200) may be composed of a single air cell. However, the single air cell may be configured to form a plurality of expansion portions by means of a plurality of diaphragm structures so that the expansion area is separated. For example, the second type of multi-air cell (200) may include a plurality of diaphragm structures (410) formed in the thigh length direction and arranged perpendicularly to the thigh length direction, as shown in FIGS. 6a and 6b.

[0121]

[0122] In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the massage device may apply different control methods to each of the triple air cell and the double air cell. For example, the massage device may perform different massage movements on the user's lower leg and thigh, thereby maximizing the massage effect according to the area and ensuring smooth blood circulation in the user's lower body even while the massage device is in use.

[0123] FIGS. 7 to 10 illustrate exemplary control graphs for kneading mode, relaxation mode, meridian mode, and acupressure mode, respectively. The graphs depicted in FIGS. 7 to 10 illustrate exemplary control graphs of the air pump and each air cell in the order from top to bottom: air pump, 3-1 air cell, 3-2 air cell, 3-3 air cell, 2-1 air cell, and 2-2 air cell. For example, referring to FIG. 7, the control graph of the air pump (11-1), the control graph of the 3-1 air cell (310-1), the control graph of the 3-2 air cell (320-1), the control graph of the 3-3 air cell (330-1), the control graph of the 2-1 air cell (210-1), and the control graph of the 2-2 air cell (220-1) are shown in the kneading mode. Next, referring to FIG. 8, the control graph (11-2) of the air pump, the control graph (310-2) of the 3-1 air cell, the control graph (320-2) of the 3-2 air cell, the control graph (330-2) of the 3-3 air cell, the control graph (210-2) of the 2-1 air cell, and the control graph (220-2) of the 2-2 air cell are shown in the relaxation mode. Referring to FIG. 9, the control graph (11-3) of the air pump, the control graph (310-3) of the 3-1 air cell, the control graph (320-3) of the 3-2 air cell, the control graph (330-3) of the 3-3 air cell, the control graph (210-3) of the 2-1 air cell, and the control graph (220-3) of the 2-2 air cell are shown in the meridian mode. Also, referring to FIG. 10, the control graph (11-4) of the air pump, the control graph (310-4) of the 3-1 air cell, the control graph (320-4) of the 3-2 air cell, the control graph (330-4) of the 3-3 air cell, the control graph (210-4) of the 2-1 air cell, and the control graph (220-4) of the 2-2 air cell are shown in the pressure mode.

[0124] Referring to FIGS. 7 through 10, the control graph of each figure includes a repeating uneven pattern (500) of an uneven shape. For example, the uneven pattern (500) may be a control graph in which an air cell or an air pump is controlled repeatedly at specific intervals. Alternatively, the uneven pattern (500) may include a portion of the control graph that performs repetitive control relatively compared to other portions on the graph, even if not at exactly constant intervals. In FIG. 8, the uneven pattern (500) appears only in the control graph (11-2) of the air pump, but in FIGS. 7, 9, and 10, the uneven pattern (500) appears in the control graph of each air cell. In the present disclosure, an uneven pattern operation may mean an operation corresponding to the uneven pattern on the control graph. The above-mentioned uneven pattern operation can implement dynamic massage motions by repeatedly performing the operation of the air pump in a relatively short cycle or by repeatedly performing the opening and closing operation of the valve corresponding to each air cell in a short cycle, thereby maximizing the effect of massage by the air cell.

[0125] In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the continuous uneven pattern operation at regular intervals on the control graph of the triple air cell and the continuous uneven pattern operation at regular intervals on the control graph of the double air cell can be performed at different times. In this case, since the massage operation of the triple air cell massaging the lower leg and knee and the massage operation of the double air cell massaging the thigh are performed in different ways, massage operations can be implemented sequentially or separately for each part of the user's lower body. One embodiment allows for smooth blood circulation in the user's lower body even while using the massage device by massaging the user's lower body parts sequentially or separately. Furthermore, problems such as overheating, overload, or electrical signal errors that may occur when the opening and closing operations of multiple valves are performed continuously can be reduced. Moreover, regarding the user experience of the massage device, the user can recognize which part is being massaged intensively, thereby providing psychological satisfaction or assistance in recognizing the massage area.

[0126] In the present disclosure, the control graph includes a graph representing the air injection or discharge operation of a pump, and also includes a graph representing the operation of air being injected or discharged into a plurality of air cells. For example, the operation of air being injected or discharged into a plurality of air cells may be performed by the operation of an air pump or by the opening and closing operation of a valve connecting each air cell to the pump. The control graph regarding this may indicate, through a graph, whether the operation of the air pump is performed or whether the valve is opened or closed. As another example, the operation of air being injected or discharged into a plurality of air cells may be a graph representing whether each air cell expands or contracts. In the present disclosure, the air injection or discharge operation of the air pump may include the operation of the air pump injecting air by power and the operation of the air pump discharging air by power.

[0127] As another example, the pump may perform only the operation of injecting air by power, and the discharge of air may be achieved by external pressure without a separate operation of the pump. For instance, if the air injected into the air cell is air, air can be discharged to the outside of the air cell due to the pressure difference between the inside and outside of the air cell solely through the opening and closing operation of the valve. In such cases, the operation of injecting or discharging air into the plurality of air cells can be represented by plotting the opening or closing status of the valve on a graph. Alternatively, the operation of injecting or discharging air into the plurality of air cells can be represented by plotting the expansion or contraction status of the plurality of air cells on a graph. For example, the part corresponding to the pump in the control graph may indicate that the pump performs the air injection operation when the graph is rising, and that the pump performs the air discharge operation or does not perform the air injection operation when the graph is falling.

[0128] For example, the part corresponding to each air cell in the control graph may indicate that the valve corresponding to the air cell is open when the graph is rising, and that the valve corresponding to the air cell is closed when the graph is falling.

[0129] As another example, the portion of the control graph corresponding to each air cell may indicate that the air cell is being expanded or is in an expanded state when the graph is rising, and that the air cell is being contracted or is in a contracted state when the graph is falling. For instance, in the section where the air pump graph is rising, air cells exhibiting an upward curve will have air injected, causing the air pressure to increase. Furthermore, in the section where the air pump graph is rising, air cells exhibiting a downward curve will have air injected, but the air pressure may be maintained or even decrease. Also, for instance, in the section where the pump graph is falling, air cells exhibiting an upward curve may not have air injected, and the air pressure may be maintained. Also, for instance, in the section where the pump graph is falling, air cells exhibiting a downward curve may not have air injected, and the air pressure may decrease.

[0130] However, the description of the control graph in this disclosure is merely based on whether the graph rises or falls for the sake of convenience, and changes resulting from the rise or fall of the control graph are intended to represent sections where different operations are performed; it should be understood that the meanings of rise and fall may be expressed interchangeably.

[0131]

[0132] The massage device according to the various embodiments of the present disclosure described above may include a control module (12) that can be implemented as a computing device (100) as described above, and may perform various interaction operations through a computing environment.

[0133] In one embodiment, the massage device can analyze the user's usage pattern to generate personalized massage mode information and store it in a storage.

[0134] In another embodiment, the massage device can transmit and receive data with mobile devices such as smartphones, smart TVs, and tablets, as well as IoT (Internet of Things) devices, and can utilize the transmitted and received information to set the massage mode. For example, the massage device can analyze the user's personal schedule received from a smartphone and automatically set the massage intensity to be stronger on days when the user performs strenuous physical labor.

[0135] In another embodiment, the massage device may be connected to an external server implementing an artificial intelligence model, and the operation of the massage device may be dynamically changed based on inference information generated by the artificial intelligence model.

[0136]

[0137] Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 11, an exemplary computing environment that may be associated with a massage device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure will be examined.

[0138]

[0139] FIG. 11 is a brief and general schematic diagram of an exemplary computing environment in which embodiments of the present disclosure may be implemented.

[0140] Although the present disclosure has been described as generally being implementable by a computing device, a person skilled in the art will be well aware that the present disclosure may be implemented in combination with computer-executable instructions and / or other program modules that can be executed on one or more computers and / or as a combination of hardware and software.

[0141] Generally, a program module includes routines, programs, components, data structures, etc., that perform a specific task or implement a specific abstract data type. Furthermore, a person skilled in the art will be well aware that the method of the present disclosure can be implemented in other computer system configurations, including single-processor or multi-processor computer systems, minicomputers, mainframe computers, as well as personal computers, handheld computing devices, microprocessor-based or programmable consumer electronics, etc. (each of which may be connected to and operated with one or more associated devices).

[0142] The embodiments described in this disclosure may also be implemented in a distributed computing environment in which tasks are performed by remote processing devices connected via a communication network. In a distributed computing environment, program modules may be located in both local and remote memory storage devices.

[0143] Computers typically include various computer-readable media. Any medium accessible by a computer may be a computer-readable medium, and such computer-readable media include volatile and non-volatile media, transitory and non-transitory media, and removable and non-removable media. By example, but not limiting, computer-readable media may include computer-readable storage media and computer-readable transmission media. Computer-readable storage media include volatile and non-volatile media, transitory and non-transitory media, and removable and non-removable media implemented by any method or technique for storing information such as computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data. Computer-readable storage media include, but are not limited to, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other memory technologies, CD-ROM, DVD (digital video disk) or other optical disk storage devices, magnetic cassettes, magnetic tapes, magnetic disk storage devices or other magnetic storage devices, or any other media that can be accessed by a computer and used to store desired information.

[0144] Computer-readable transmission media typically include all information transmission media that implement computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data, etc., on a modulated data signal, such as a carrier wave or other transport mechanism. The term modulated data signal means a signal in which one or more of the characteristics of the signal are set or modified to encode information within the signal. By example, not limiting, computer-readable transmission media include wired media, such as wired networks or direct-wired connections, and wireless media, such as acoustic, RF, infrared, and other wireless media. Any combination of the media described above is also considered to be within the scope of computer-readable transmission media.

[0145] An exemplary environment for implementing various aspects of the present disclosure, including a computer (1102), is shown, wherein the computer (1102) includes a processing unit (1104), system memory (1106), and a system bus (1108). The system bus (1108) connects system components, including system memory (1106) (but not limited thereto), to the processing unit (1104). The processing unit (1104) may be any processor among various commercial processors. Dual processors and other multiprocessor architectures may also be used as the processing unit (1104).

[0146] The system bus (1108) may be any of several types of bus structures that can be additionally interconnected to a local bus using any of the memory bus, peripheral bus, and various commercial bus architectures. System memory (1106) includes read-only memory (ROM) (1110) and random access memory (RAM) (1112). The basic input / output system (BIOS) is stored in non-volatile memory (1110), such as ROM, EPROM, EEPROM, etc., and this BIOS includes basic routines that help transfer information between components within the computer (1102) at times such as during startup. The RAM (1112) may also include high-speed RAM, such as static RAM, for caching data.

[0147] The computer (1102) also includes an internal hard disk drive (HDD) (1114) (e.g., EIDE, SATA)—this internal hard disk drive (1114) may also be configured for external use within a suitable chassis (not shown)—a magnetic floppy disk drive (FDD) (1116) (e.g., for reading from or writing to a removable diskette (1118)), and an optical disk drive (1120) (e.g., for reading from a CD-ROM disk (1122) or reading from or writing to other high-capacity optical media such as a DVD). The hard disk drive (1114), the magnetic disk drive (1116), and the optical disk drive (1120) may each be connected to the system bus (1108) by a hard disk drive interface (1124), a magnetic disk drive interface (1126), and an optical drive interface (1128). The interface (1124) for implementing an external drive includes at least one or both of USB (Universal Serial Bus) and IEEE 1394 interface technologies.

[0148] These drives and associated computer-readable media provide non-volatile storage of data, data structures, computer-executable instructions, etc. In the case of a computer (1102), the drives and media correspond to storing any data in a suitable digital format. Although the description of computer-readable media above refers to HDDs, removable magnetic disks, and removable optical media such as CDs or DVDs, a person skilled in the art will know that other types of computer-readable media, such as zip drives, magnetic cassettes, flash memory cards, cartridges, etc., may also be used in exemplary operating environments and that any of these media may contain computer-executable instructions for performing the methods of the present disclosure.

[0149] A number of program modules, including an operating system (1130), one or more application programs (1132), other program modules (1134), and program data (1136), may be stored in the drive and RAM (1112). All or part of the operating system, application, module and / or data may also be cached in RAM (1112). It will be well known that the present disclosure may be implemented in various commercially available operating systems or combinations of operating systems.

[0150] The user can input commands and information into the computer (1102) through one or more wired / wireless input devices, such as a pointing device like a keyboard (1138) and a mouse (1140). Other input devices (not shown) may include a microphone, an IR remote control, a joystick, a game pad, a stylus pen, a touch screen, etc. These and other input devices are often connected to the processing unit (1104) via an input device interface (1142) connected to the system bus (1108), but may also be connected via other interfaces such as a parallel port, an IEEE 1394 serial port, a game port, a USB port, an IR interface, etc.

[0151] A monitor (1144) or other type of display device is also connected to the system bus (1108) via an interface such as a video adapter (1146). In addition to the monitor (1144), the computer generally includes other peripheral output devices (not shown), such as speakers, a printer, and so on.

[0152] The computer (1102) may operate in a networked environment using a logical connection to one or more remote computers, such as remote computer(s) (1148), via wired and / or wireless communication. The remote computer(s) (1148) may be a workstation, a computing device computer, a router, a personal computer, a portable computer, a microprocessor-based entertainment device, a peer device, or other conventional network node, and generally include many or all of the components described for the computer (1102), but for brevity, only the memory storage device (1150) is illustrated. The illustrated logical connection includes a wired / wireless connection to a local area network (LAN) (1152) and / or a larger network, e.g., a wide area network (WAN) (1154). Such LAN and WAN networking environments are common in offices and companies and facilitate enterprise-wide computer networks, such as intranets, all of which can be connected to a global computer network, e.g., the Internet.

[0153] When used in a LAN networking environment, the computer (1102) is connected to a local network (1152) via a wired and / or wireless communication network interface or adapter (1156). The adapter (1156) may facilitate wired or wireless communication to the LAN (1152), and the LAN (1152) may also include a wireless access point installed therein to communicate with the wireless adapter (1156). When used in a WAN networking environment, the computer (1102) may include a modem (1158), be connected to a communication computing device on the WAN (1154), or have other means to establish communication through the WAN (1154), such as through the Internet. The modem (1158), which may be an internal or external and a wired or wireless device, is connected to the system bus (1108) via a serial port interface (1142). In a networked environment, the program modules described for the computer (1102) or parts thereof may be stored in a remote memory / storage device (1150). It will be well known that the illustrated network connection is exemplary and that other means of establishing a communication link between computers may be used.

[0154] The computer (1102) operates to communicate with any wireless device or object that is deployed and operated via wireless communication, for example, a printer, scanner, desktop and / or portable computer, PDA (portable data assistant), communication satellite, any equipment or place associated with a wireless detectable tag, and a telephone. This includes at least Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless technologies. Accordingly, the communication may be a predefined structure as in a conventional network, or simply ad hoc communication between at least two devices.

[0155] Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) enables connectivity to the Internet and other sources without wires. Wi-Fi is a wireless technology, similar to a cell phone, that allows devices, such as computers, to transmit and receive data indoors and outdoors—that is, anywhere within the coverage area of ​​a base station. Wi-Fi networks use a wireless technology called IEEE 802.11 (a, b, g, etc.) to provide secure, reliable, and high-speed wireless connections. Wi-Fi can be used to connect computers to each other, to the Internet, and to wired networks (using IEEE 802.3 or Ethernet). Wi-Fi networks can operate in unlicensed 2.4 and 5 GHz wireless bands, for example, at data rates of 11 Mbps (802.11a) or 54 Mbps (802.11b), or in products that include both bands (dual band).

[0156] Those skilled in the art of the present disclosure will understand that information and signals may be represented using any various different technologies and techniques. For example, data, instructions, commands, information, signals, bits, symbols, and chips that may be referenced in the above description may be represented by voltages, currents, electromagnetic waves, magnetic fields or particles, optical fields or particles, or any combination thereof.

[0157] Those skilled in the art will understand that the various exemplary logic blocks, modules, processors, means, circuits, and algorithm steps described in connection with the embodiments disclosed herein may be implemented by electronic hardware, various forms of programs or design code (referred to herein as software for convenience), or a combination of all such. To clearly illustrate this interoperability between hardware and software, various exemplary components, blocks, modules, circuits, and steps have been generally described above in relation to their functions. Whether such functions are implemented as hardware or software depends on the design constraints imposed on the specific application and the overall system. Those skilled in the art may implement the functions described in various ways for each specific application, but such implementation decisions should not be interpreted as being outside the scope of this disclosure.

[0158] The various embodiments presented herein may be implemented as methods, devices, or articles manufactured using standard programming and / or engineering techniques. The term "article manufactured" includes a computer program, a carrier, or a medium accessible from any computer-readable storage device. For example, computer-readable storage media include, but are not limited to, magnetic storage devices (e.g., hard disks, floppy disks, magnetic strips, etc.), optical discs (e.g., CDs, DVDs, etc.), smart cards, and flash memory devices (e.g., EEPROMs, cards, sticks, key drives, etc.). Additionally, the various storage media presented herein include one or more devices and / or other machine-readable media for storing information.

[0159] It should be understood that the specific order or hierarchy of steps in the presented processes is an example of exemplary approaches. It should be understood that the specific order or hierarchy of steps in the processes may be rearranged within the scope of this disclosure based on design priorities. The appended method claims provide elements of various steps in a sample order, but do not imply being limited to the specific order or hierarchy presented.

[0160] Description of the presented embodiments is provided so that a person skilled in the art may use or practice the present disclosure. Various modifications to these embodiments will be apparent to a person skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Thus, the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments presented herein, but should be interpreted in the broadest possible scope consistent with the principles and novel features presented herein.

[0161] As described above, the relevant details have been described in the best mode for carrying out the invention.

Claims

1. As a massage device for massaging the lower body, A first type of multi-air cell for massaging the knee and lower leg; and Type 2 multi-air cell for massaging the thighs Includes, The above-mentioned first type multi-air cell and the above-mentioned second type multi-air cell are, Connected by the cover of the above massage device, Massage device.

2. In Paragraph 1, The above-mentioned first type of multi-air cell is, Includes triple air cells, The above triple air cell comprises at least two fluid cells formed in an interlocking shape. Massage device.

3. In Paragraph 2, The above-mentioned second type of multi-air cell is, including double air cells formed in an interlocking shape, Massage device.

4. In Paragraph 3, The above triple air cell includes a knee massager for massaging the knee, and The above knee massage unit includes a plurality of diaphragm structures, Massage device.

5. In Paragraph 4, The above triple air cell is, It includes a lower leg massage unit for massaging the lower leg from multiple angles, and The above knee massage unit is, sharing at least one air cell with the above lower leg massage unit, Massage device.

6. In Paragraph 5, The above triple air cell is, 3-1 air cell for massaging the lower leg; 3-2-1 air cell for massaging the upper lateral side of the lower leg; 3-2-2 air cell for massaging the knee; and 3-3 air cell for massaging the upper central part of the lower leg including, Massage device.

7. In Paragraph 6, The above 3-2-1 air cell and the above 3-2-2 air cell are, It is a single air cell connected to each other; and Included in the 3-2 air cell for massaging the upper lateral portion of the lower leg and the knee, Massage device.

8. In Paragraph 7, The above 3-2-1 air cell and the above 3-2-2 air cell are, Connected to each other through parts corresponding to the sides of the knee and lower leg, Massage device.

9. In Paragraph 5, The above triple air cell and the above double air cell are, It includes a plurality of fastening parts for connecting each air cell and a plurality of nozzles, and The above plurality of fastening parts are, A structure positioned parallel to the longitudinal direction of the leg on one side of the lower leg and the thigh, Massage device.

10. In Paragraph 5, The above massage device is, Different control methods can be applied to each of the above triple air cell and the above double air cell, Massage device.

11. In Paragraph 10, The above-mentioned different control methods are, A control method comprising a control method that causes continuous uneven pattern movements at regular intervals on a control graph of a triple air cell and continuous uneven pattern movements at regular intervals on a control graph of a double air cell to be performed at different times. Massage device.

12. As an air cell structure for massaging the lower body, A first type of multi-air cell for massaging the knee and lower leg; and Type 2 multi-air cell for massaging the thighs Includes, The above-mentioned first type multi-air cell and the above-mentioned second type multi-air cell are, Configured to be connected by the cover of the massage device, Air cell structure.

13. In Paragraph 12, The above-mentioned first type of multi-air cell includes a triple air cell, and The above-mentioned second type of multi-air cell includes a double air cell, Air cell structure.

14. In Paragraph 13, The above triple air cell includes a knee massager for massaging the knee, and The above knee massage unit includes a plurality of diaphragm structures, Air cell structure.

15. In Paragraph 14, The above triple air cell is, It includes a lower leg massage unit for massaging the lower leg from multiple angles, and The above knee massage unit is, sharing at least one air cell with the above lower leg massage unit, Air cell structure.

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