JPH02168957A - Aroma generator - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To generate aroma simultaneously with the change of the shape of a shape movable decoration such as an artificial flower and an ornament by forming an aroma body layer for the outer surface of a far infrared heater having a paper-like shape. CONSTITUTION:An aroma generator 1 is formed by laminating aroma body layers 3 and 3 on the outer upper and lower surfaces of a far infrared heater 2 having a rectangular paper-like shape, and electrodes 4 and 4 are provided for one side surface. The far infrared heater 2 is composed of a graphite layer 5 and ceramic layers 6 and 6 laminated on both the outer surfaces of the graphite layer 5, and the aroma body layers 3 and 3 are laminated on the surfaces of the ceramic layers 6 and 6. Further, the aroma can be surely generated from the aroma body layers 3 and 3 by the heat generating action of the far infrared heater 2. Consequently, the aroma can be generated according to the change of the shape of the above-mentioned shape movable decoration by providing the aroma generator for the shape movable decoration, and surprising feeling and an atmosphere in which faint aroma drifts can be given to a viewer.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION (Field of Industrial Application) The present invention relates to a fragrance generating device that generates fragrance by exothermic action.

(Background and Object of the Invention) Generally, it is common sense that decorative objects such as artificial flowers and ornaments placed in a predetermined location do not move.

However, recently, the narrow concept of decorations such as artificial flowers and ornaments has been broken away, and morphable animals that can promote playfulness and emotional contact, facilitate communication between people, and provide mutual enjoyment. Proposals have been made, but these ornaments that can be shaped only merely change the shape.

An object of the present invention is to propose a fragrance generating device that can generate a fragrance at the same time as the shape of the movable ornament changes.

(Means for achieving the object) As a means for achieving the above object, the aroma generating device according to the present invention is characterized by having the following requirements.

(a) An aromatic layer is formed on the outer surface of a far-infrared heater having a paper-like shape.

(b) The far-infrared heater is formed by laminating a graphite layer and a ceramic layer, and is provided with electrodes at predetermined positions.

The operating circuit of the far-infrared heater may be provided with a sensor switch using a sensor that detects an external stimulus.

(Operations and Effects of the Invention) As configured above, the aroma generator according to the present invention has a simple structure, excellent workability, and an inexpensive product. Accordingly, fragrance can be reliably generated from the aroma layer provided on the outer surface of the heater.

Therefore, for example, by providing a fragrance generating device to a movable decoration, it is possible to generate a fragrance as the shape of the movable decoration changes, and it is possible to give a change that is unexpected and surprising to the viewer. At the same time, the faint scent can create a soothing atmosphere.

(Example) Hereinafter, an example of an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

In FIG. 1(a), reference numeral 1 indicates the aroma generating device according to the present invention. This aroma generator 1 has an aroma layer 3 on the outer upper and lower surfaces of a far infrared heater 2 having a rectangular paper shape.
．． 3 and an electrode 4 on the - side.
．． 4 are provided. Also, what is the shape of the aroma generator?
, is not limited to one square, but may be circular, triangular, etc., for example. Further, the aromatic layer 3 may also be provided only on one side.

Next, the far-infrared heater 2 is composed of a graphite layer 5 and a ceramic layer 6.6 superposed on the amphoteric side surface of the graphite layer 5, as shown in FIG. 2(b). Then, an aromatic layer 3.3 is polymerized on the surface of this ceramic layer 6.6, thereby forming an aroma generating device 1.

Far infrared rays are efficiently radiated from the ceramic layer 6.6, and a fragrance is emitted from the aromatic layers 3, 3 due to the heat generation effect thereof.

In addition, far infrared rays are 4 to 5 μm to 1000 μm in the negative direction.
Refers to electromagnetic waves in the wavelength range of m.

Since the aroma generating device 1 having the above configuration has a simple structure, it is easy to process and can be manufactured at low cost. Moreover, the aroma can be reliably generated from the aroma layer 3.3 by the heating action of the far-infrared heater 2.

Next, FIGS. 2(a) and 2(b) show the aroma generating device l of the present invention.
This movable decoration lO is a plant! 411 and flowers placed in the flower pot 11.

A sensor switch 12 constituted by a sound sensor that detects sound and operates, a power supply section 13, and a main switch 14 are housed inside the flowerpot 11. The front portions of the sensor switch 12 and the main switch 14 are exposed from the upper surface of the flower pot 11. Further, a cover member 11a is provided on the upper surface of the flowerpot 11, and the cover member 1
A fragrance generating device 1 is also placed on the upper surface in a state covered by 1a. The aroma generating device 1 is configured to operate in accordance with the operation of a motor, which will be described later.

The flower 15 is formed to imitate a sunflower, and the flower 1
The lower part of the stem member 16 of No. 5 is inserted into a support tube 17, and the support tube 17 is provided at the center of the upper surface of the flower pot 1. The stem member 16 is shaped like a hollow vibrator and has a core material, which will be described later, loosely inserted therein. The flower 15 and the stem member 16 are made of soft synthetic resin, and a cloth tape is wrapped around the outside of the stem member 16 to provide a certain degree of strength.

A flexible core material 18 made of wire is inserted with play inside the stem member 16, and is formed in a meandering manner as a whole6.The flexible core material 18 is provided in the flowerpot ll. The sensor switch 1 is configured to be rotated by a drive mechanism a having a motor 19 as a power source, and the drive circuit of the motor 19 includes the sensor switch 1 as shown in FIG.
2 is provided. As a result, the sensor switch 12
At the same time as the motor 19 continues to operate for a certain period of time due to the sound detection, the aroma generating device 1 also operates.

The drive mechanism a is constituted by meshing a plurality of gears, one gear is a gear provided on the output shaft of the motor 19, and the other gear is a gear 2 provided at the lower end of the core member 18.
It is engaged with 0. This allows the flexible core material 18 to be rotated.

Since the movable decorative object 1O is constructed as described above, when using it, first turn the main switch 14 to OFF.
Set it to N. When a predetermined sound volume is detected by the sensor switch 12, the motor 19 is rotated, and the flexible core member 18 is rotated in the stem member 6 made of a deformable material via the drive mechanism a.

By the way, when the meandering flexible core material 18 rotates, the stem member 16 also moves in a undulating manner in accordance with the meandering shape, creating a movable decorative object that looks like it is alive on its own, giving the viewer a sense of surprise. Not only can a surprising change be made, but also a fragrance can be emitted from the fragrance generator l, creating a soothing atmosphere.

Note that the movable decoration is not limited to the above-mentioned one, and may be a stuffed toy, for example, and the fragrance generating device is arranged on the skin of the stuffed toy so that it cannot be seen from the outside, and as the stuffed toy moves, The fragrance may be generated by a fragrance generating device.

Furthermore, by storing the fragrance generating device in a container and disposing it in, for example, a toilet, the fragrance is generated when a light sensor provided in the operating circuit of the fragrance generating device detects a person entering the toilet. You can.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

Figure 1 (b) is a perspective view and an enlarged sectional view of the main parts of the aroma generator of the present invention, Figure 2 (al fbl is a perspective view and sectional view showing how the aroma generator is used, and Figure 3 is an electric It is a circuit diagram. Code]... Fragrance generator, 2... Far infrared heater,
3... Aromatic layer, 5... Graphite layer, 6...
Ceramic layer Figure 1 1 Notice S! Supplementary Procedures JE Book 1. Display of the case 1988 Patent Application No. 324853 2, Name of the invention Fragrance generating device 3, Person making the amendment Relationship to the case Patent applicant address 4-19-16 Aoto, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo Name
Takara Co., Ltd. Representative Yasuta Sato 4, Agent 7 Contents of amendment (1) Page 6 of the specification, lines 11 to 12, lines 13 to
"Flexible core material" in line 14, page 7, line 6, lines 12-13, and line 15 is corrected to "core material." (2) In the drawings, Figure 3 will be corrected as shown in the attached sheet. 5. Date of amendment order Voluntary 6. Subject of amendment

Claims (2)

[Claims] (1) A fragrance generating device characterized by having the following requirements. (a) An aromatic layer is formed on the outer surface of a far-infrared heater having a paper-like shape. (b) The far-infrared heater is formed by laminating a graphite layer and a ceramic layer, and is provided with electrodes at predetermined positions. (2) The aroma generating device according to claim 1, wherein the operating circuit of the far-infrared heater is provided with a sensor switch using a sensor that detects an external stimulus.