FRAGRANCE DISTRIBUTION DEVICE AND FRAGRANCE DISPENSATION METHOD

专利摘要:
FRAGRANCE DISTRIBUTION DEVICES AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING FRAGRANCES The present invention discloses methods, systems, and devices for implanting switchable dispensing and / or distribution of substances with fragrance. In one aspect, a device includes a cartridge structured to include one or more chambers containing one or more fragrance substances contained in a corresponding chamber, a housing structured to include a compartment to hold the cartridge, an opening to allow substances with fragrance dispense to an external environment of the device, and one or more transport channels formed between the compartment and the opening, in which each of the one or more transport channels is configured to accelerate a fragrance substance from the chamber corresponding to the opening, and an actuator switch disposed in a corresponding and operable transport channel to move between an open position and a closed position based on an applied signal to selectively allow the passage of the fragrance substance from the corresponding transport path.
公开号:BR112015026757B1
申请号:R112015026757-2
申请日:2014-04-22
公开日:2020-11-24
发明作者:Sungho Jin；Calvin Gardner；Stewart Matthew
申请人:Sensable Technologies Llc；The Regents Of The University Of California；
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专利说明:

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED REQUESTS
[1] This patent document claims the priority benefit of Provisional Patent Application No. US 61 / 814,810, entitled “FRAGRANCE DISTRIBUTION DEVICES AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING FRAGRANCE AND DEVICE WITH A CAPACITY TO DISTRIBUTE A FRAGRANCE” and deposited on 22 of April 2013. The entire content of the aforementioned patent application is incorporated by reference as part of the disclosure of this patent document. TECHNICAL FIELD
[2] This patent document refers to systems, devices, and methods for the release and distribution of gas, vapor and liquid substances. BACKGROUND
[3] Augmented reality is a direct or indirect experience by an individual to supplement elements with the user's perception of a physical environment in the real world. Typically, augmented elements include sensory input, for example, such as sound, video or graphics, fragrances or smells or the like. In contrast, virtual reality is an experience by an individual in which the real environment is replaced by a simulated one.
[4] Various technologies have been developed to produce virtual and augmented reality and multisensory applications for entertainment, education, engineering, advertising, biomedics and medicine that include remote, military and other purposes. For example, technologies that can provide sensory effects to the user or observer, for example, including haptics, fragrances, wind or fog, have been introduced in virtual reality and entertainment applications with the purpose of creating the feeling of greater realism and to provide an greater immersive experience. The design of fragrance distribution devices that allow for a fast and reliable exchange of fragrance airflow in a repeatable manner by synchronous, remote actuation, could have a significant impact on the effectiveness of the virtual, sensory, immersive or augmented reality experience. Furthermore, such devices must offer fragrance distribution with precise timing, efficient in demand control, practical, economical, scalable, mechanically and electrically reliable for effective use by individual users or groups. SUMMARY
[5] Techniques, systems, and devices are revealed to quickly and easily switch the dispensing and distribution of fluids (for example, liquids, vapors or gas) on demand.
[6] The present technology includes techniques, systems, and devices to provide highly scalable, multi-port odor / fragrance release and distribution, including rapid switching to on-demand distribution of such fragrance substances. In some implementations, for example, the techniques, systems, and devices disclosed deliver a fragrance gas to a localized space (for example, such as an individual's head space), which can enhance virtual or augmented reality entertainment.
[7] The matter described in this patent document can be implemented in specific ways that provide one or more of the following resources. For example, the technology disclosed includes devices that allow electrically actuable, remote and convenient odor release switching, such as based on lockable magnetic switches, piezoelectric or thermally actuating devices. For an ability to selectively release one or more of many different types of gases or liquids, X-Y matrix operational delivery systems are also revealed. The technology revealed is capable of miniaturizing fragrance distribution devices, systems, and / or mechanisms while maximizing the number of different fragrances that can be stored, dispensed and executed in a cycle or sequenced in an automated or on-demand manner. Exemplary applications of the present technology include the distribution of a fragrance gas in a localized space (for example, such as an individual's head space) that is highly suitable, among other things, for sensory or virtual or augmented reality experiences and entertainment.
[8] In one aspect, a fragrance delivery device is provided to include a structured cartridge for storing one or more fragrance substances; a transport channel coupled to the cartridge for receiving and transporting one or more fragrance substances stored and configured to include an end that opens to release the one or more fragrance substances stored; and an actuator switch coupled to the transport channel and operable to move between an open position and a closed position based on an applied signal to selectively allow one or more fragrance substances to pass through the opening.
[9] These and other features are described in greater detail in the drawings, description and claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[10] Figure 1 shows a block diagram of an exemplary fragrance distribution device for the revealed technology.
[11] Figure 2A shows a schematic diagram of an exemplificative lockable, magnetically actuated switch for the exemplificative fragrance delivery device.
[12] Figures 2B and 2C show schematic diagrams of another exemplary magnetically lockable switch for closing and opening an orifice to control the distribution of a fragrance.
[13] Figure 3A shows a magnetization plot of an exemplary square-cycle magnetic material with ideally low magnetic coercivity suitable for the exemplary magnetically actuated lockable switch.
[14] Figures 3B and 3C show images of exemplary square-cycle magnetic material structures by Fe-Cr-Co spinod decomposition alloy to produce a strongly magnetic, Fe-rich, spherical phase followed by uniaxial plastic deformation to lengthen the phase to check format anisotropy.
[15] Figure 4 shows a magnetization plot showing magnetic switching in an exemplifying square cycle magnetic cycle material.
[16] Figures 5A and 5B show schematic illustrations of an example, magnetically lockable, vertically positioned switch in a fragrance-carrying compartment.
[17] Figures 6A and 6B show schematic illustrations of an exemplary electrically activated local heater valve for fragrance release switching on / off switching operations.
[18] Figures 7A and 7B show schematic illustrations of an exemplary electrically activated piezoelectric valve for fragrance release switching on / off switching operations.
[19] Figures 8A and 8B show schematic illustrations of an exemplary intensified operation of single fan and multiple fragrance transport fans via a nano or microscale channel in an exemplary multi-channel transport channel arrangement.
[20] Figure 9 shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary bubble delivery mechanism for gas with room temperature fragrance using subdivided micro-bubbles.
[21] Figure 10A shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary bubble delivery mechanism for gas with room temperature fragrance using porous structured paths.
[22] Figure 10B shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary alternative embodiment of the mechanism shown in Figure 10A.
[23] Figure 10C shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary alternative embodiment of the mechanism shown in Figure 10A.
[24] Figure 10D shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary alternative embodiment of the mechanism shown in Figure 10A and shows illustrative diagrams of exemplary highly porous structures that include microstructure and / or nanostructure configurations.
[25] Figure 10E shows scanning electron micrographic (SEM) images of porous structures with large surface area exemplifying the exemplary mechanisms of Figures 10A to 10D.
[26] Figure 11 shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary gas bubble delivery mechanism with room temperature fragrance using vertically aligned porous paths.
[27] Figure 12 shows a schematic illustration of an exemplified intensified bubble delivery mechanism for fragrance gas using subdividing columns or walls that can be heated electrically on demand.
[28] Figure 13 shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary magnetic lock that can be opened by demagnetizing the remaining magnetization in the electromagnet's core using a transistor-based control circuit to control the application of the signal to cause the actuation .
[29] Figure 14A shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary 3x3 matrix of magnetic locks and transistors in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column of a selected lock.
[30] Figure 14B shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary magnetic door control arrangement for turning on / off the air path combined with an arrangement of fragrance generation mechanisms corresponding to the air path.
[31] Figure 15 shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary 3x3 matrix of magnetic locks and transistors in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column of a selected lock, in which the magnetic lock of row 3, column B is activated.
[32] Figure 16 shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary piezoelectric actuated gate control valve (for example, a latch) that can be opened by applying a voltage to the piezoelectric actuator component that contracts as a result of an applied voltage.
[33] Figure 17 shows a schematic of an exemplary 3x3 matrix of piezoelectric actuated gate control valves (for example, latches) with a transistor in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column of a selected latch.
[34] Figure 18 shows a schematic of an exemplary 3x3 matrix of piezoelectric actuated gate control valves (latches) and transistors in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column of a selected latch, in which the latch of row 1, column C is activated.
[35] Figure 19 shows an image that illustrates, for example, that fragrances selected by an exemplary distribution device of the revealed technology can be distributed on demand in a manner directed to the individual's head space or on the nose directly using a fixable or embedded armor type structure that the individual is wearing, such as glasses, or through alternative modalities or structures.
[36] Figures 20A to 20C show schematic illustrations of exemplary modalities of a fragrance release device from the technology revealed in relation to the building.
[37] Figure 21 shows schematic diagrams of an exemplary airflow cup or diffuser section of an exemplary fragrance release device.
[38] Figure 22 shows a series of schematic diagrams that illustrate fragrance airflow circulation within the exemplary airflow cup or diffuser section of the exemplary fragrance release device in Figure 21.
[39] Figure 23 shows schematic diagrams of an exemplary airflow cup or diffuser section of an exemplary fragrance release device that includes an internal cup.
[40] Figure 24 shows schematic diagrams of an exemplary airflow cup or diffuser section of an exemplary fragrance release device that includes a perforated inner cup.
[41] Figure 25 shows schematic diagrams of an exemplary spiral shaped cup or section of airflow diffuser from an exemplary fragrance release device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[42] Techniques, systems and scalable devices for dispensing and distributing on demand substances with fragrance, for example, including liquids, vapors or gas, are revealed. Fragrance delivery devices of the disclosed technology include convenient, remote and electrically actuable fragrance release components based on, for example, lockable, piezoelectric or thermally actuable switches and magnetic mechanisms. In some implementations, for example, fragrance delivery devices include nanoscale and microscale material structures to control the formation and / or distribution of fluids (for example, such as liquids, vapors or gases) to produce fragrance substances. In some implementations, for example, the disclosed technology provides the ability to selectively release one or more of many different types of gases or liquids, for example, using X-Y matrix operational delivery systems. This technology offers the miniaturization of the fragrance distribution mechanism by maximizing the number of different fragrances that can be stored, dispensed and executed in a cycle or sequenced in an automated and / or on-demand manner. The applications of this technology include, however, without limitation, the distribution of a fragrance gas in a localized space (for example, such as an individual's head space) that is highly suitable, among other things, for virtual experiences, sensory or augmented reality and entertainment.
[43] Increasing the potential number of different fragrances for relatively rapid sequential distribution, for example, the revealed fragrance distribution devices offer the possibility of more complex and sophisticated sensory (olfactory) communication, sampling, branding or advertising, as well as greater dramatic possibilities and / or enhanced realism within a virtual or augmented or sensory reality experience. For example, in some cases, the revealed devices can be used as an olfactory display or as a caller ID on a mobile phone. In other examples, the developed devices can be used in moving photos or video games (for example, through a wide range of multi-fragrance tracks available for timing distribution coinciding with scenes, actions or drama elements). Other exemplary applications for nano or microdevice control and on-demand distribution of fragrance gas or liquids include, for example, (a) point of sale or augmented reality advertising; (b) packaging with fragrance; (c) jewels that emit fragrance embedded with the mechanism / device to distribute and different cycle perfumes, selected, adjusted or that react to the user's biofeedback, in which the mechanism generates an invisible cloud of fragrance in or around the immediate space or close to or around the user; (d) air scenters in small, closed spaces, such as shelves or other furniture or that can be attached to accessories; (e) olfactory mark or signaling; (f) military applications to control or influence the individual's behavior; (g) aromatherapy; (h) medical therapy, drug delivery or remote or virtual surgery; (i) hygiene; (j) education; and / or (k) use in multisensory devices that provide multimodal neurological effects, among other applications.
[44] The technology revealed provides several advantages. An exemplary advantage of the present technology is the versatile design with the use of a simplified dispensing containing a valve or dispensing without a valve that allows the choice of fragrances (for example, including chemicals in a carrier gas) by the user on demand. Such designs include “lockable door control” mechanisms exemplifying the technology revealed. For example, these exemplary door control mechanisms not only replace the need for complicated mechanical valves, but also minimize the need for electrical input to control the door, and are also scalable to small dimensions, for example, including on a millimeter scale. , thus adding to the reduction in size and weight (and portability, placement or usability) of a device or device that incorporates the technology.
[45] Some existing systems use a system without a valve capable of distributing small volumes of fragrances in a localized space, however, the technical requirements of the dimensions of the diameters and lengths of distribution capillaries are, in themselves, limiting. An advantage of the present technology is that there are no such limitations. Some other existing systems that use valveless technology employ a primary method of evaporating and distributing a fragrance gas through a heating element whose time required to create a required volume of fragrance gas is comparatively disadvantageous to the present technology whose mechanisms allow the rapid generation of a fragrance gas. These and other existing fragrance generation devices also have limitations in terms of speed, size, selectivity and durability. In addition, existing technologies currently employed to selectively release fragrances in a localized space, or head space, are limited by the number of different fragrances capable of being cycled or sequenced, timed and controlled for accurate distribution on demand. In addition, machines that have scalable multi-fragrance capabilities and control with precise timing and fragrance gas distribution in a head (or nose) space, such as olfactometers, are relatively large and are not portable or usable.
[46] The technology disclosed may also include the use of 'cold diffusion' technology, which, for example, generates a fragrance gas without using a primary heating mechanism to evaporate a liquid that conducts fragrance. Fragrance distribution evaporated by means of the present technology also shows the inherent deposition and other disadvantages and risks in the distribution of atomized fragrance in short range to an object or individual. Cold diffusion also avoids certain limitations or disadvantages associated with the use of heating as the primary mechanism for evaporating a liquid, including the energy required to achieve rapid evaporation for rapid formation and distribution of gas and undesirably altering the properties or performance of the chemical components that generate fragrance by heating.
[47] Other primary mechanisms for generating an evaporated fragrance gas (for example, completely evaporated) may include the passage of air on the surface of a fragrance solvent or other material or through a porous solid, gel or other fragrance substance. In the present technology, for example, in one modality, microbubbles of air are created and pumped through a solvent or oil containing material with fragrance and that generates a gas with fragrance through the surface of the solvent or oil. The use of microbubbles in such a way maximizes the potential for contact of a large surface area of air (or gas) within the solvent with fragrance or oil, thereby increasing the potential diffusion, and as a result, reducing the time required to distribute a desired volume of air with fragrance.
[48] Most examples of existing selective fragrance release and distribution systems introduced so far are limited either by ineffective control, lack of accurate timing distributable to the intended target, unwanted mixture of fragrances during sequenced distribution, prolonging the fragrance in the environment , mechanical reliability, energy efficiency and / or the cost and size of the switchgear. The diffusion of a large volume of fragrance over a large area is comparatively difficult to quickly clear (or dissipate) air, thus limiting the speed with which a next fragrance can be distributed 'cleanly' to individuals within the space . For applications in the entertainment industry, for example, in many cases, fragrance air is released into the general space of a theater through the ventilation system or fans or around the chairs. Such conventional delivery mechanisms inherently have limited multiplexing capabilities or no multiplexing capabilities, nor can they provide rapid fragrance delivery capabilities with precise timing in individuals' head spaces. In addition, existing systems find it difficult to provide simultaneous distribution of air with fragrance (of uniform distribution) to each member of an audience, in sync with a specific event or time within an audiovisual presentation, such as a moving photo or video game. . Examples of existing systems that can release fragrance within the chair area include the Sensorama game system from which a fragrance is released from the chair according to the scene shown and the steering wheel can provide mechanical vibrations. In films such as those at the AMLUX theater, fragrances were released along with visual images. Fragrance release by evaporating or spraying a fragrance material was used for training firefighters, and fragrance-emitting collars were used for training soldiers. However, many of these known approaches are impractical, operationally unreliable, or limited in their ability to deliver multiplexing fragrance with accurate timing. Therefore, there is a need for a reliable fragrance release and distribution system that has quickly switchable, automated and / or remote, actuable and multi-cycle durable features that incorporate xy matrix operating systems that allow controlled, timed fragrance release. , from many different fragrance sources (with a minimum number of control mechanisms).
[49] Referring to the drawings, Figure 1 shows a block diagram of an exemplary fragrance delivery device 100 of the disclosed technology. Device 100 includes a housing or housing unit 110 structured to include a compartment 111 for holding a cartridge 120 which contains one or a plurality of fragrance substances. Fragrance substances can include many of a variety of fluids, for example, which include a liquid, a gas or a vapor. The housing 110 of the device 100 is structured to include one or more openings 113 to allow fragrance substances to be dispensed in an external environment of the device 100. The housing 110 of the device 100 is structured to include one or more transport channels 115 formed between compartment 111 and opening (s) 113. In various exemplary embodiments of device 100, a transport channel 115 is configured to deliver or accelerate a fragrance substance from a storage chamber, for example, from cartridge 120, opening 113. The cartridge 120 that supplies fragrance substances to the fragrance distribution device 100 can be structured to include one or more chambers 121 containing one, or more, one fragrance substance, for example, wherein a substance with a particular fragrance can be contained in a corresponding particular chamber. Device 100 can be implemented to control the distribution of one or more of the fragrance substances to the external environment, for example, including a user's head space. To provide such control, device 100 includes one or more actuator switches 130, in which an actuator switch 130 is arranged on a corresponding transport channel 115 and operable to move between an open position and a closed position based on an applied signal to selectively allow the fragrance substance to pass through and / or from the corresponding transport path 115. Actuating switches 130 of device 100 may include a magnetic actuated door control switching mechanism, a piezoelectric actuated door control switching, and / or a thermal actuated door control switching device or technology disclosed device. Examples of switching mechanisms and actuated magnetic, piezoelectric and thermal devices are described in this document.
[50] Figure 2A shows a schematic illustration of a magnetically actuated lockable switch exemplary 200 of the disclosed technology. For example, the magnetically actuated lockable switch 200 can be positioned on device 100, for example, on transport channel 115, so that the flow of the fragrance substance can be regulated by the actuation of switch 200. The magnetically lockable switch 200 includes a lockable magnetic alloy cantilever 203 (square MH cycle), which is surrounded by a solenoid 201 to supply a pulse current to instantly magnetize the cantilever 203. For example, the lockable square MH cycle cantilever 203 can be configured to be 0, 05 to 0.5 mm thick, 0.1 to 2 mm wide, 1.0 to 5 mm long). For example, the mini solenoid 201 can be configured around the cantilever 203 which includes 1,000 turns. The magnetically lockable switch 200 includes a corresponding cantilever 202 that contacts the cantilever 203 in a closed position (for example, in a first magnetic state) and moves from the cantilever 203 in an open position to provide an opening or hole (for example, in a second magnetic state).
[51] The exemplary magnetically lockable switch 200 can open and close with a single magnetic pulse field, for example, supplied with a pulse current. The 203 lockable magnetic cantilever (square M-H cycle) is placed inside a mini solenoid to supply the pulse current to instantly magnetize the cantilever. For the operation of the magnetic lockable switch 200, the corresponding magnetic cantilever 202 is arranged to couple with the cantilever 203 in the closed position, and can be configured as a stationary magnet or as a mobile cantilever. The corresponding magnetic material 202 may be a soft magnet (for example, a permalloy, for example, which has 80% Ni-20% Fe% by weight or 45% Ni- 55% Fe or a silicon steel or other), a semi-rigid magnet (eg, Fe-Cr, Fe-Ni, and other magnetic alloys), or a permanent magnet (eg, cantilever coated with Fe-Cr-Co, Vicalloy, Sm-Co).
[52] The magnetic properties of a magnetic material can be described by several parameters, for example, including a saturation magnetization (Bs) that indicates the highest possible magnetization value in the given material, the remaining magnetization (Br) that indicates the value of magnetization remaining after the applied field is removed to zero field, and the coercive force (Hc) which is an indication of a required external applied magnetic field that needs to be applied to reduce / force the magnetization of the material to zero, which indicates how hard or soft the magnetic material is.
[53] Figures 2B and 2C show schematic diagrams of another exemplary magnetically lockable switch 210 for closing and opening an orifice to control the dispensing of a fragrance. The magnetically actuated lockable switch 210 can be composed of two corresponding magnetic components that can be independently controlled by the externally applied pulse magnetic field, for example, by sending an electric current through a solenoid to cause one of the magnetic components to move from one position to another, for example, to and from an open position and a closed position. For example, the magnetically actuated lockable switch 200 can be positioned in device 100, for example, in transport channel 115, so that the flow of the fragrance substance can be regulated by the actuation of switch 200.
[54] As shown in Figure 2B, the two corresponding magnetic components 211 and 214 of the magnetically lockable switch 210. The magnetic component 214 can be configured as a solenoid like that of the lockable magnetic alloy cantilever 203 (square MH cycle) and solenoid 201 of Figure 2A, in which the magnetic component arm 214 can be magnetized based on an applied electric pulse current. The switch 210 includes a tip or plug 212 attached to the magnetic component arm 211, which contacts a ring or component 213 that has an orifice to allow the fragrance substance to pass through. Tip 212 contacts plug 213 in the closed position so that tip 212 blocks the orifice and prevents the fragrance substance from flowing through it. Tip 212 is moved to come out of contact with plug 212 when the magnetic component arm 211 is moved.
[55] For example, when the square cycle, magnetically lockable wire or loop of magnetic component 214 is pulse magnetized to the remaining high magnetizing state of Br, as shown in Figure 3A and Figure 4, the magnetized member on the solenoid attracts the cantilever 211 of soft magnet (or rigid magnet) so that the exemplary mechanically soft elastomer tip 212 of the cantilever 211 is moved down to contact plug 213 and block the orifice so that the fragrance does not flow through it, as illustrated in Figure 2B. For example, tip 212 may be formed from a mechanically soft material including a suitable elastomeric material, for example, such as polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). When the magnetically lockable wire or loop on the solenoid is demagnetized, for example, by a short 60 Hz field that gradually decreases applied by the solenoid (for example, with the use of gradually reduced current, for example, 0.1 to 1 second) , the magnetization of the wire or loop on the solenoid is reduced to almost zero, which is represented at the origin of the plot in Figure 3A or in Figure 4. The magnetic attractive force between the two corresponding cantileveres 211 and 214 is reduced just below the critical force required to overcome the mechanical spring force that tends to keep the cantileveres straight. The magnetic cantilever 211 is then released and the hole is opened. In some implementations, for example, the magnetic cantilever 211, if it is made of a soft magnet alloy, can be pre-curved or positioned separately (for example, so that the two cantileveres can be parallel pre-positioned with a gap of 0.1 to 2 mm), and the two cantileveres can be separated (switch to open) by the spring force of elastic restoration. Alternatively, if the magnetic cantilever 211 is made of a permanent magnet, the cantilever 214 on the solenoid is magnetized to a magnetic polarity opposite the applied pulse magnetic field (for example, by DC pulse electrical current applied to the surrounding solenoid) to actively repel each other. There are several exemplary variations on opening vs. trading operations. switch closure that can be used, depending on the specific operational needs and the nature of the magnetic cantilever materials used.
[56] The exemplary magnetically lockable fragrance release switch that can open or close with a single DC pulse magnetic field is highly practical and energy saving, as a continuous supply of electrical current to keep the valve open or closed would consume too much energy and can also cause undesirable heating of the fragrance distribution device 100. For example, an exemplary DC pulse of the applied current can be set to be less than 1 second, for example, in some implementations, less than 0, 1 second, and in other implementations, for example, less than 0.01 second. For example, the magnitude of the applied magnetic field can be configured to be at least 30% greater than the coercive force of the magnetic material core inside the solenoid, for example, in some implementations at least 50% greater, and in other implementations, for example, at least 100% greater than the coercive force of the magnetic material inside the solenoid.
[57] In some implementations of the exemplary lockable switching gate control mechanism, a brief pulse type magnetic field (for example, generated by the current applied to the solenoid) can be used to produce the lockable magnetic response of the magnetically actuated lockable switch, for example, such as the example switch 200 and 210. Notably, such an operation can be implemented instead of a continuous application of the electric current that consumes energy and, therefore, a continuous application of the magnetic field. For example, the pulse magnetic field only needs to be applied once for magnetization. However, in order to ensure proper magnetization, the DC current pulse can optionally be applied more than once. An application of multiple pulses less than 10 times may be acceptable, in which the multiple pulses can be applied to ensure magnetic switching.
[58] Figure 3A shows a magnetization plot of an exemplary square-cycle magnetic material with ideally low magnetic coercivity suitable for the exemplary magnetically actuated lockable switch. Figures 3B and 3C show images of exemplary square-cycle magnetic material structures by Fe-Cr-Co spinod decomposition alloy to produce a strong magnetic phase rich in spherical Fe followed by uniaxial plastic deformation to lengthen the phase to impart anisotropy .
[59] As shown in Figure 3A, an important feature for the exemplary solenoid configuration of the magnetic lockable switch is the square cycle of the magnetic element in the solenoid. The lockable nature of the fragrance release / close switch is important for practical applications. As such, in such exemplary implementations, a switch open / close operation can be performed with a single short DC pulse of, for example, 0.01 to 5 milliseconds: the electrical energy used is relatively small, as the current electrical does not need to be supplied, since the switch open / close operation is done in a millisecond level time period. Demagnetization to remove a large part of the previous magnetization, for example, to pair two magnetically fixed components to be separated, can be completed by gradually decreasing the AC magnetic field applied by the solenoid current, which can also be very fast, requiring a time frame between 0.1 to 1 second, for example, for 60 Hz AC current signals. For example, to minimize solenoid heating and heating of magnetic material in the AC current and application of a magnetic field of CA, the number of demagnetization cycle can be performed in less than 1 second, and in some implementations, for example, preferably less than 0.3 seconds.
[60] According to the disclosed technology, for example, the desired quadrature of the BH cycle (the Br / Bs ratio of the remaining Br magnetization in the absence of applied field vs. the magnetic Bs saturation magnetization) in the magnetic cantilever material lockable can be configured to be at least 0.8 for efficient lockable fragrance release operation or fragrance locking functionality of the magnetically lockable switch. In some implementations, for example, the square of the B-H cycle can be configured to be at least 0.9 or in some implementations, for example, at least 0.95.
[61] For example, to protect against inadvertent magnetic switching by erratic field and unintended fragrance release, the coercive force Hc can be configured to be at least 10 Oe, and in some implementations, for example, at least 20 Oe, and even in some implementations, for example, at least 40 Oe. In order to carry out the magnetization and magnetic switching with a reasonable magnetic field too excessive, the desired Hc should also preferably be less than 100 Oe and, in some exemplary cases, less than 50 Oe.
[62] For example, in order to obtain such a lockable magnetic material, a magnetic alloy, preferably malleable and plastically formable alloy, can be subjected to processing of anisotropic uniaxial deformation materials, for example, such as drawing, engraving, extrusion, and cold work. An example is an alloy of Fe-25-35% Cr-6-12% Co that can be spinodally decomposed to have a biphasic structure that includes stronger magnetic phase nanoparticles rich in Fe and Co almost spherical, as shown in Figure 3B, embedded in a weakly magnetic or non-magnetic matrix phase, so that subsequent processing can produce desirable switchable magnetic behavior of the material. The spherical magnetic phase can then be elongated by uniaxial plastic deformation of the alloy wire or rod, as shown in Figure 3C, which provides an anisotropy of shape and square cycle with the Br / Bs square ratio in excess of 0, 8 to 0.9. The coercive force Hc can also be intensified to any value from 30 to 500 Oe, depending on the duration of heat treatment. As the preferred Hc is an intermediate value, it is desirable to shorten the heat treatment process in such a way as to provide Hc of less than 100 Oe, and in some implementations, for example, less than 50 Oe. Exemplary spinodal alloys such as Fe-Cr-Co also respond to heat treatment of magnetic field in the presence of a magnetic field of, for example, 300 to 100 Oe, and provide magnetic properties of square cycle.
[63] Other lockable magnet alloys can also be designed and manufactured, for example, alloys such as Fe-20% Cr, Fe-20% Cr-4% Ni, Fe- 15% Cr-3% Mo can be uniaxially deformed to produce lockable magnet semi-rigid alloys. Examples of such alloys are described in the following articles: “Fe-Cr-Co Magnets”, IEEE Trans. J. Magn. MAG-23, 3187 to 3192 (1987); “Low Cobalt Cr-Co-Fe Magnet Alloys by Slow Cooling Under Magnetic Field”, IEEE Trans. Magnetics, MAG-16, 526 to 528 (1980); and “Magnetic Sensors Using Fe-Cr-Ni Alloys with Square Hysteresis Loops”, J. Appl. Phys. 55, 2620-2622 (1984). These articles are incorporated by reference as part of the disclosure of this patent document.
[64] Figure 4 shows a magnetization plot showing magnetic switching on an exemplary square-cycle magnetic cycle material. As shown in Figure 4, the change in magnetization from the demagnetized state (the origin) follows the dotted curve as the applied magnetic field is increased. From the magnetized state in the opposite way (the -Br state), the change of magnetization by applying a positive magnetic field follows the solid curve. Therefore, the applied field Hi cannot switch the magnetization direction from zero magnetization (the origin) or from the -Br state to the + Br state while the applied field H2, which is greater than the coercive force Hc, can switch the magnetization. Only when the applied magnetic field is greater than the coercive force, a new lockable magnetization (+ Br or -Br) is obtained.
[65] The lockable fragrance release switch can be positioned horizontally in relation to the transport channel, for example, as shown in the exemplary configurations of Figures 2A to 2C, as well as being positioned vertically in relation to the transport channel. For controlled release of fragrance and dispensing devices that employ multiple channels, vertical arrangement may be preferable. Figures 5A and 5B show schematic illustrations of an exemplary lockable magnetically actuated switch 500 vertically positioned in a fragrance transport channel or compartment. Figure 5A shows an exemplary configuration of the magnetically lockable switch 500 in which the magnetically repeating poles of the switch are actuated to open the switch, and Figure 5B shows an exemplary configuration of the magnetically lockable switch 500 in which magnetically attractive poles are actuated to open the switch. . For example, an applied field greater than the coercive force Hc can switch the magnetization to actuate the switch.
[66] As shown in Figures 5A and 5B, the magnetic actuator switch includes a 506 transfer channel path for a fragrance substance to flow through. The magnetic actuator switch includes a 501 magnetically lockable and vertically movable component, for example, such as a pole, rod or other formed structure, vertically aligned within channel 506. In some instances, the vertically movable component can be configured with a lubricated guide. The magnetic actuator switch includes a solenoid wrapped around component 501 to pulse magnetize component 501. The magnetic actuator switch includes a 503 conformable tip at one end of component 501. In some implementations, for example, the 503 conformable tip can be formed of PDMS. The magnetic actuator switch includes a structure having a soft orifice 504 configured in the transport channel and structured to include an orifice that allows the fragrance substance to flow through the channel. For example, the structure having a soft hole 504 can be formed of PDMS. The component 501 is positioned on one side of the frame 504 so that the tip 503 is aligned with the hole in the frame 504. The magnetic actuator switch includes a fixed magnetic component 505, positioned on the other side of the frame 504 and aligned with the hole, so that component 505 is on the opposite side from component 501. For example, the solenoid (or loop) 502 of magnetic component 501 can be connected to a conduit to supply a signal applied to magnetize magnetic component 501. In some implementations , for example, solenoid 502 can be connected to the wall of channel path 506. For example, when the applied field is greater than the coercive force Hc, the polarity switching magnetization can activate and the lockable magnet position is obtained for closing or opening the hole.
[67] For example, the operation of the magnetically switchable and lockable doors requires only a small amount of energy, since the turning on or off process takes a very short pulse current to complete the magnetic attraction or repulsion, for example, such as 0.001 seconds to 1.0 seconds of electric current application. Therefore, the use of energy by the exemplary device is minimal, and also such a short pulse operation allows the sending of a higher current, if necessary, without overheating or burning the electrical circuits. Electric current or voltage can be supplied by another source of energy, for example, such as using DC or AC electrical connections, batteries, supercapacitors, solar cells or other power supply devices. The use of the mechanically conformable tip of the magnetically movable component in the exemplary embodiments of the magnetically lockable switch in Figures 5A and 5B or Figures 2B and 2C, for example, may include an elastomeric material to provide enhanced reliability of fragrance release and blocking operations. Still in some embodiments, for example, the magnetically mobile components may not include the mechanically conformable tip and may work to block and open the hole.
[68] In addition to exemplary magnetically lockable switches such as the opening / closing mechanism, the disclosed technology also includes a thermally actuated door control switch mechanism. An example is illustrated in Figures 6A to 6B.
[69] Figure 6A shows an illustrative diagram of a horizontally aligned thermal actuated door control switch mechanism 600 exemplifying the disclosed technology. Switch 600 includes a plug 601 (for example, formed from PDMS) that has an orifice that allows the fragrance substance to pass through, into which the 601 plug is arranged in a transport channel, shown as a fragrance substance transfer channel 603. The switch 600 includes a horizontally movable component 602 that moves to contact and does not contact the orifice of the plug 601. The horizontally movable component 602 includes a spring that expands thermally when heated, for example, by applying an electrical signal of a circuit to cause resistive heating of the spring component 602. For example, the applied electrical signal can be supplied by a variety of electrical energy sources including electricity to plug into the wall, a battery, a supercapacitor, solar cells or other Energy supply. In some implementations, for example, component 602 includes a conformable tip that contacts the hole in plug 601, for example, in which the tip can be formed of PDMS. The diagram on the left of Figure 6A shows the applied 'off' signal so that no heating is generated by the resistive heating expandable spring component 602, and therefore switch 600 is opened to release the fragrance substance. For example, spring 602 can include a PDMS coating, for example, such as the tip, which can also be subjected to thermal expansion. The diagram to the right of Figure 6A shows the applied 'on' signal so that heat is generated by resistive heating of the thermally expandable spring causing component 602 to contact and block the orifice and therefore switch 600 is closed.
[70] Figure 6B shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary thermally actuated 650 door control switching mechanism of the revealed technology. Switch 650 includes a plug 651 (for example, formed from PDMS) that has an orifice that allows the fragrance substance to pass through, in which plug 651 is arranged in a transport channel, shown as a fragrance substance transfer channel 653. The switch 650 includes a vertically movable component 652 that moves to contact and does not contact the plug hole 651. The vertically movable component 652 may include a spring that expands thermally when heated, for example by applying an electrical signal of a circuit to cause resistive heating of the spring component 652 and / or the component 652 may include a shaped memory material. In some implementations, for example, component 652 includes a conformable tip that contacts the hole in plug 651, for example, in which the tip can be formed of PDMS.
[71] For example, the thermal expansion material / structure can be combined with a tightly sealed tip material for efficient switching operation, for example, such as, for example, PDMS or other suitable material. The resistive heating of an expandable spring in Figure 6A causes the spring to move horizontally, for example, in which the exemplary PDMS elastomer material surrounding the spring can also add to the thermal expansion, thereby helping to close the horizontal valve to close the odor hole. For example, as shown in the example vertical arrangement in Figure 6B, for this thermal expansion valve to operate, electrical current must be maintained to keep the switch closed, which is in contrast to the revealed magnetic lockable switch designs, already described. The exemplary vertical disposable thermal actuator switch can be lockable in the exemplary designs, including a mechanical locking sawtooth structure. For example, the degree of thermal expansion can be intentionally adjusted in order to create the moving portion click on a step-like mechanical lock, while additional thermal expansion, for example, by an increased short-term electric heater operation at a higher temperature to move the spring to the left (for example, this is permissible since the material is surrounded by mechanically soft and conformable PDMS elastomer) and release of the mechanical step sawtooth latch so that the thermal contraction in the current flow ceased return the moving part back to the right to open the valve.
[72] Figure 7A shows an exemplary embodiment of a piezoelectric actuator switch 700 in a horizontal configuration on a transport channel. Switch 700 includes a soft-structure plug 701 (for example, formed from PDMS) that has an orifice to allow a fragrance substance to pass through, into which the soft-structure plug 701 is arranged in a transport channel, shown as the fragrance transfer channel 703. Switch 700 includes a horizontally movable piezoelectric component 702 that moves to contact and not contact plug hole 701. For example, component 702 can move based on a piezoelectric effect of material (s) of component 702 in response to an applied electrical voltage from an electrical circuit. The piezoelectric component 702 can be configured as an expandable and contractable component or as a cantilever that flexes to create the hole or to open.
[73] Figure 7B shows an exemplary embodiment of a piezoelectric actuator switch 750 in a vertical configuration on a transport channel. The switch 750 includes a plug 751 that can include a soft structured material, such as PDMS that has an opening to allow a fragrance substance to pass through. Plug 751 is configured in a transport channel, shown as the fragrance transfer channel for fragrance 753, where plug 751 expands through channel 753, except for the opening. Switch 750 includes a vertically movable piezoelectric component 752 that moves forward to cover and away to discover the opening of plug 701. For example, component 752 can move based on a piezoelectric effect of the material (s) component 752 in response to an applied electrical voltage from an electrical circuit. The piezoelectric component 752 can be configured as an expandable and contractable component that includes a conformable tip 754 attached to the end of component 752 that creates contact with plug 751 to cover the opening. For example, tip 754 can be made of PDMS.
[74] For example, the exemplary piezoelectric actuator switching mechanism uses a switchable valve operation using a piezoelectric material in combination with a tightly sealed tip material, for example, such as PDMS or other suitable material. For example, an electrically activated piezoelectric valve for fragrance release on / off switching operations can be made with a horizontal movement valve design as shown in Figure 7A or a vertical movement valve design as shown in Figure 7B. The applied electrical voltage can be supplied by a variety of electrical power sources, including plug-in electricity, a battery, a supercapacitor, solar cells or other power supply devices. For example, the mechanically conformable tip of the moving component can be used to provide enhanced reliability of fragrance release and blocking operations. INTENSIFICATION OF FRAGRANCE TRANSPORT WITH THE USE OF MICROVENTILATOR ARRANGEMENT
[75] In exemplary implementations of the device 100 that includes multiple transport channels for selectively transporting and distributing fragrances (for example, allowing switching multiplexing control to distribute a desired fragrance to be released), the width or diameter of the odor release can be reduced to accommodate many paths, in any desired configuration or grouping. Therefore, in such exemplary embodiments, device 100 may include an intensification operated by a fragrance transport fan that includes one or more miniature fans that can be installed in each of the fragrance transport channels or a single fan connected to multiple channels . For example, as shown in Figure 8A, a single fan sharing design modality can simplify assembly and lower the cost of manufacturing an exemplary device.
[76] Figures 8A and 8B show schematic illustrations of an exemplified intensified operation of single fan and multiple fragrance transport fans via a nano or microscale channel in an exemplary multi-channel transport channel arrangement. The example system can include an optional system in which pressurized, pumped or fan-assisted air at the inlet of the system transports fragrance air through channels and outlet for fragrance gas distribution is also possible. For example, the size of the microventilator can be in the range of 500 to 5,000 micrometers, preferably in the range of 1,000 to 5,000 micrometers.
[77] As shown in Figure 8A, a single fan configuration includes a plurality of subdivided or grouped channels (for example, such as 40 channels), where the subchannels can be configured to be nanoscale or microscale channels. For example, subchannels can be connected to each fragrance generation chamber. In some configurations, subchannels can optionally include pure air / gas flow to emerge with the fragrance substance at an outlet, for example, for the purpose of dilution or variation or control of fragrance intensity. The single fan configuration in Figure 8A (104) shows an optional air inlet (s) for dilution / variation or fragrance intensity control.
[78] As shown in Figure 8B, a multiple fan configuration includes a plurality of subdivided or grouped channels (for example, such as 40 channels), where the subchannels can be configured to be nanoscale or microscale channels, and a microventilator or nanoventilator is provided in each fragrance path. For example, subchannels can be connected to each fragrance generation chamber. In some configurations, subchannels can optionally include pure air / gas flow to emerge with the fragrance substance at an outlet, for example, for the purpose of dilution or variation or control of fragrance intensity. FRAGRANCE DISTRIBUTION OF INTENSIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL TEMPERATURE WITHOUT THE USE OF A PRIMARY HEATING MECHANISM
[79] In order to enhance the efficiency and potency of odor / fragrance transport, especially with the use of fragrance distribution in the environment without the use of a heating mechanism (for example, which provides a simplified and lesser device structure cost), the disclosed technology includes the use of subdivided gas bubbles to enormously intensify the surface area of the general bubbles. For identical bubble volume, if the bubble size is subdivided, for example, bubbles from 2 mm in diameter to 0.2 mm in diameter, the surface area is increased by one hundred times, thereby significantly increasing the kinetics of dissolution of fragrance gas in cold air bubbles.
[80] Several exemplary modalities of room temperature fragrance delivery devices and mechanisms are described.
[81] Figure 9 shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary 900 bubble gas delivery mechanism with room temperature (or optionally heated) fragrance using a fragrance transport path subdivided through the cartridge storage compartment, which induces the division of bubbles into smaller microbubbles. In some implementations, for example, room temperature fragrance gas for distribution can optionally be heated. The exemplary bubble delivery mechanism for fragrance gas 900 may include an inlet region 908 for blowing air into a channel or chamber 910 that contains a subdivided fragrance liquid storage region 909 from which a fragrance gas is controllably produced and released from the 910 channel or chamber.
[82] The inlet region 908 of the air blowing mechanism 900 may include one or more inlets positioned in a variety of configurations in the inlet region 908. In some implementations, for example, a carbon filter or another type of filter may optionally be included in inlet region 908 for removal of unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties.
[83] The fragrance liquid storage region 909 subdivided from the mechanism 900 may include a plurality of small holes or openings 907 to subdivide the airflow from the inlet region 908, but capillarity kept the viscous fragrance liquid above the holes. or 907 openings without leak. The fragrance liquid storage region 909 subdivided may include the fragrance liquid storage chamber 906 (for example, supplied in a cartridge, such as cartridge 120 which can be inserted in device 100). The fragrance liquid storage chamber 906 can be refilled continuously and / or continuously or clicked (click-on), nudged (poke-ably) or otherwise disposable or replaceable. The fragrance liquid storage region 909 subdivided may include the fragrance modification structure formed from a subdivision structure 905 of columns or walls, for example, made of separate metal, ceramic or polymer columns, separate groupings, microwires and / or nanowires. For example, the subdivision structure forms a subdivided path using nano or micro-wires, loops or other shaped geometry or elongated members, to produce a split bubble structure for significantly increased surface area and intensified molecular fragrance diffusion from one liquid region for adjacent air (or gas) bubbles. Some examples of nanowire structures that can be implemented include silicon nanowires, ZnO nanowires, TIO2 nanowires, metallic nanowires and carbon nanotubes, for example produced by catalytic pickling, hydrothermal synthesis, electrochemical pickling or anodizing process or chemical or process chemical vapor deposition process. Exemplary microfiber structures include bundled microfilaments of metal, ceramic or polymers, for example, preferably with a separator or pump structure added so that the microfibers maintain certain gaps between adjacent microfibre elements. The subdivided fragrance liquid storage region 909 may include smaller divided bubbles 904 that carry fragrance gas diffused through the 909 region and beyond.
[84] Mechanism 900 may include a switchable door 901 which includes an electrically switchable door actuator, for example, such as the magnetically actuable lockable switch of the disclosed technology. Optionally, for example, the switchable port 901 can provide the introduction of added sensory elements or an indication supply mechanism through the presentation of variable air flow, temperature change (eg heating) of air with fragrance, sound, etc. . optionally, for example, the example mechanism 900 may include a mist capture layer, filter or device 902. Optionally, for example, the example mechanism 900 may include a filter 903 to capture impurities, for example, such as a carbon filter or another type of filter, which can be used to remove unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties.
[85] Figure 10A shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary 1000 bubble gas delivery mechanism with room temperature fragrance using a highly porous material that has porous structured paths. The mechanism 1000 can produce gas bubbles to produce a fragrance for release by passing air through the highly porous material. In some implementations, for example, room temperature fragrance gas for distribution can optionally be heated.
[86] Mechanism 1000 includes an inlet 1007 to allow air to blow through tubes or via an autonomous one-way valve (for example, in which the position of the inlet can be varied). Inlet 1007 may optionally include a carbon filter or other type of filter for removing unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties. The blowing of air from the inlet region 1007 can enter a fragrance liquid storage chamber (for example, supplied in a cartridge, such as cartridge 120 which can be inserted in device 100). The fragrance liquid storage chamber 1006 can be continuously refilled and / or continuously clicked, poked or otherwise disposable or replaceable. As shown in Figure 10A, air bubbles 1005 can follow through highly porous material 1004. Highly porous material 1004 can produce smaller divided bubbles 1003 through pores. For example, the porous nano or microstructure can allow liquid to pass through air flow or capillary force or gas (for example, more efficient if heated).
[87] The highly porous material 1004 may, however, include, without limitation, nanoscale or microscale wire structures, nanoscale or microscale loop structures, nanoscale or microscale structures with nanopores or micropores, nanoscale or microscale particles or capsules in nanoscale or microscale. For example, the subdivided structure 1004 which has nano or microtravels with a large porous surface area (for example, which have -100 nm to -100 micrometer dimensions) can allow the passage of liquid or gas (for example, which can be intensified if heated). Such materials can be configured to have a large surface area, and can have either a solid immobile structure, a conformable mobile structure of flexible wire / loop arrangement, or it can be an aggregate of loose particles or empty capsules. For example, the material with a large porous surface area can be made of porous glass, porous aluminum or any stable oxide, nitride, carbide, fluoride, metallic material or their combinations, for example, as made by sol-gel process, synthesis chemistry, EDM, atomization, plasma synthesis, mechanical spraying, etc. For example, nano / micro particles can be sintered loosely to exhibit large interconnected porosity or a porous structure made by selective dissolution of second phase material from initially multiphase composites, induced by anodizing, hydrothermally processed, deposition thin film physical vapor, chemical vapor deposition, deposition without electricity or electrochemistry and other porous structure fabrication approaches can all be used.
[88] The mechanism 1000 includes a switchable port 1001 which includes an electrically switchable door actuator, for example, such as the magnetically actuable lockable switch of the disclosed technology. Optionally, for example, the mechanism 1000 can include sensory elements or a mechanism for providing indication, for example, through presentation of variable air flow, temperature change (for example, heating) of air with fragrance, sound, etc. optionally, for example, the mechanism 1000 can include a filter 1002 to capture impurities, for example, such as a carbon filter or other type of filter, which can be used to remove unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties.
[89] Figure 10B shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary bubble delivery mechanism 1000B, which is an alternative embodiment of mechanism 1000 shown in Figure 10A. For example, the bottom portion of the highly porous structure 1004 is partially coated with the fragrance generating liquid from the fragrance liquid storage chamber 1006, in order to maintain some prolonged capillary suction of the fragrance generating liquid from the reservoir. below and generate fragrance as the air flow is supplied.
[90] Figure 10C shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary bubble delivery mechanism 1000C, which is an alternative embodiment of mechanism 1000 shown in Figure 10A. For example, the 100C mechanism is configured to use adsorbed, absorbed or wet fragrance generation liquid coated on the surface of large surface area porous nanostructures and / or microstructures of highly porous material 1004. For example, surface coating or wetting of the fragrance generation material is disposed by pre-wetting or occasional / periodic vigorous flow or upward movement of the liquid reservoir material with an air-breaking blow to propel the liquid or optionally, for example, it can be refilled or powered by an absorption / structure mechanism between the liquid reservoir and the porous nano or microstructure. For example, an exemplary absorption structure can be made of metallic materials, based on ceramics, polymer, paper, fabric or carbon or composite structures comprising at least two of these materials.
[91] Figure 10D shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary bubble delivery mechanism 1000D, which is an alternative embodiment of the mechanism 1000 shown in Figure 10A. Figure 10D also shows an internal element 1099 showing illustrative diagrams of exemplary highly porous structures that include microstructure and / or nanostructure configurations. For example, the various exemplary structural configurations of porous nanostructures and / or microstructures that have a large surface area for coating, embedding or surface impregnation of structure 1004 with fragrance generating liquid.
[92] As illustrated in Figure 10D, the exemplary porous nano / microstructure with large surface area 1004 can have various structural configurations with the surface of large surface area coated or soaked or impregnated with a desired fragrance-generating liquid. Such configurations include, but are not limited to, i) nano / micro wire or vertically aligned and separated loops; ii) vertical arrangement of wire or loop with branched nanowires on each vertical wire rod; iii) flexible metal, ceramic or polymer loop / wire arrangement that can be moved or flexed sideways for easier airflow or liquid flow; iv) random material with pores like silica processed by sol-gel; v) aggregate of solid, dry particles or wet slurry compositions; and vi) hollow sphere aggregate (for example, filled with fragrance generation liquid). Some exemplary SEM micrographs of porous structures with a large surface area that can be useful for generating enhanced fragrance are shown in Figure 10E.
[93] Figure 10E shows scanning electron micrograph (SEM) images of porous structures with large surface areas that exemplify the exemplary mechanisms in Figures 10A to 10D. The medical alloy stainless steel wire type MP35N (for example, with a chemical composition of 35% Co-35% Ni-20% Cr-10% Mo in% by weight) can be subjected to heating ~ 13 MHz RF radiation at a high temperature of several hundred degrees C, to perform plasma corrosion and introduce extremely thin nanoscale branching nanowires for extended surface area or is subjected to higher temperature plasma corrosion to introduce a structure of highly porous interconnected pore in order to decorate the surface with coating of fragrance generation material.
[94] Figure 11 shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary 1100 bubble delivery mechanism for fragrance gas at room temperature using vertically aligned porous paths. The mechanism 1100 may include an inlet 1107 to allow air to blow through tubes or via an autonomous one-way valve (for example, in which the position of the inlet can be varied). For example, the blowing of air can be generated by pressurized air or air generated by a fan or any single gas or mixed gases. Inlet 1107 may optionally include a carbon filter or other type of filter for removing unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties. The blowing of air can enter a fragrance liquid storage chamber 1106 (for example, supplied in a cartridge, such as cartridge 120 which can be inserted in device 100). The fragrance liquid storage chamber 1106 can be refilled continuously and / or continuously or clicked, poked or otherwise disposable or replaceable. The mechanism 1100 includes a vertically aligned porous material 1104 that provides a porous path. Material 1104 can produce smaller divided bubbles 1103 through the pores. For example, the porous nano or microstructure may allow liquid to pass through airflow or capillary force or gas (for example, more efficient if heated).
[95] For example, such materials may include vertically aligned nanostructures or micropore structures such as made from anodized aluminum oxide (AAO) nanotube arrangements or titanium oxide. The structure allows easier passage of liquid through air flow or capillary force or gas (more efficient if heated). The exemplary vertically aligned porous path structure 1104 may allow easier passage of liquid through air flow or capillary force, for example, as compared to non-vertically aligned structures.
[96] The 1100 mechanism may include a switchable port 1101 which includes an electrically switchable door actuator, for example, such as the magnetically actuable lockable switch of the disclosed technology. Optionally, for example, the 1100 mechanism can include sensory elements or an indication delivery mechanism, for example, by presenting variable air flow, changing temperature (eg heating) of air with fragrance, sound, etc. Optionally, for example, mechanism 1100 may include a filter 1102 to capture impurities, for example, such as a carbon filter or other type of filter, which can be used to remove unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties.
[97] For example, it is noted that the transport of liquid or gas with fragrance can be accelerated if optional heating is employed. Such an optional heating can be employed in any of the exemplary mechanisms shown in Figures 9, 10A to 10D, and 11.
[98] Figure 12 shows a schematic illustration of an exemplary 1200 intensified bubble distribution mechanism with fragrance gas using electrically heated columns or subdividing walls under exemplary demands (for example, which can be made from column arrangement nichrome wire or microfibre). Optionally, for example, the heater alone can be used to generate the fragrance gas by heating without blowing air or optionally using capillary infusion coating of the fragrance oil on the nano / micro wire surface, which is easily released by blowing air even without heating.
[99] Mechanism 1200 may include an inlet 1207 to allow air to blow through tubes or through an autonomous one-way valve (for example, in which the position of the inlet can be varied). For example, the blowing of air can be generated by pressurized air or air generated by a fan or any single gas or mixed gases. Inlet 1207 may optionally include a carbon filter or other type of filter for removing unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties. The blowing of air can enter a region containing the electrically heated subdivision structure on demand 1204 which includes columns or walls of microscale and / or nanoscale. For example, a structure 1204 can be made of nichrome wire or microfiber column arrangements. For example, the heating mechanism alone can be used to generate the fragrance gas by gentle heating without blowing air or optionally using capillary infusion coating of the oil or fragrance solvent on the nano / micro wire surface, passing air through the nanowire and / or microfibre capillarity arrangement. The mechanism 1200 may include a switchable port 1201 which includes an electrically switchable door actuator, for example, such as the magnetically actuable lockable switch of the disclosed technology. Optionally, for example, the 1200 mechanism can include sensory elements or an indication supply mechanism, for example, through presentation of variable air flow, temperature change (for example, heating) of air with fragrance, sound, etc. Optionally, for example, mechanism 1200 may include a filter 1202 to capture impurities, for example, such as a carbon filter or other type of filter, which can be used to remove unwanted impurities and organoleptic properties.
[100] For example, it is observed that mechanisms for adding sensory elements through presentation of variable air flow, change in temperature (for example, heating or cooling) of the air with fragrance, sound generation, etc. can optionally be added to the exemplary mechanisms shown in Figures 9, 10A to 10D, 11 and 12. In addition, for the exemplary mechanisms shown in Figures 9, 10A to 10D, 11, and 12, carbon or other types of filters can be optionally added to or around the air or gas inlet (s) and other chambers or channels on the device. MATRIX X-Y SWITCHING FOR FRAGRANCE DISTRIBUTION SELECTION
[101] The revealed fragrance delivery devices can be configured to have the ability to 'multiplex' (for example, sequenced implementation or timed distribution of many fragrances), from which any desired fragrance can be selected and distributed in a way automated and / or on demand. For a relatively small number of different fragrances (for example, less than 50), each of the fragrance release chambers can be independently addressed by an on-off control mechanism. However, as the total possible number of different fragrances available increases in a multiplexing system, individual control becomes increasingly complicated and cumbersome (for example, a multiplexing system of up to 10,000 different fragrance chambers). According to the disclosed technology, for example, an operation of the x-y matrix that incorporates the lockable magnetic release of the fragrance mechanism and another switching is described in Figures 13 to 18.
[102] Figure 13 shows an illustrative diagram of the exemplary lockable magnetic switch 500 that can be opened by demagnetizing the remaining magnetization in the electromagnet core using a transistor-based control circuit to control the signal application to cause the performance. As shown in the example diagram in Figure 13, both transistors T1 and T2 must be "turned on" so that current flows through wire 1301 wrapped around the core and so that the lock to open allows the odorant to escape. For example, if one of the transistors is in the “off” state, the current will not flow and the lock will remain sealed. The fragrance substance (for example, gas odor) can be loaded in the lower chamber and subjected to pressurization, pumping or fan-assisted air. This fragrance air cannot escape the chamber as long as a magnetic lock remains closed due to the remaining magnetization of the electromagnet core. For example, once both transistors are connected by grounding the open circuit otherwise connected to the base (for example, a transistor switch configuration), current is allowed to flow through the circuit, which includes the solenoid operating with the doubled current (for example, equivalent to the H2 field Figure 4) to induce magnetic switching and the activation of opening or closing the fragrance door. If the electric current equivalent to the strength of the magnetic field Hi is applied (for example, without combining current X and current Y), the strength of the field is not sufficient to activate the solenoid core to commute magnetically. A gradually decreasing field cycle can then be used to demagnetize the core and open the lock. To close the lock again, a pulse chain can be applied and then removed, which leaves the remaining magnetization behind to keep the lock closed.
[103] Figure 14A shows a schematic of an example 3x3 matrix of magnetic locks and transistors in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column of a selected lock. For example, transistors can be connected by shortening the open connection corresponding to the ground. For example, if exemplary transistor 1 and transistor B are shortened, then the exemplary magnetically actuated lock 500B-1 could be actuated to open the channel and release the fragrance substance. This is just one example of a transient switch circuit configuration to implement the multiplexing of the disclosed fragrance delivery devices.
[104] Figure 14B shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary magnetic door control arrangement for turning on / off the air path combined with an arrangement of fragrance generation mechanisms corresponding to the air path. For example, similarly to the case of Figure 9, 10A to 10D, and 11, different modalities of the bubble dispensing mechanism can be used for the generation of fragrance in the exemplary door control arrangement. For example, the source of the fragrance-generating liquid may be either a pool of liquid in a cartridge chamber or liquid adsorbed, absorbed or impregnated within or on the surface of large surface area nano / micro structures, for example, such as such as those illustrated in the inner element 1099 of Figure 10D and the images obtained by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) of Figure 10E. Likewise, the large surface area nano / micro structure for the generation of enhanced fragrance can be an immobile, fixed structure or a flexible / foldable structure or a mobile structure such as an aggregate of particles or hollow or loose spheres, mostly in a dry setting or immersed in a fragrance generating liquid. For example, the door control mechanism can also be selected from a magnetically lockable device arrangement, piezoelectric passage, thermal expansion passage or other devices.
[105] Figure 15 shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary 3x3 matrix of magnetic locks and transistors in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column of a selected lock, in which the magnetic lock of row 3, column B is activated. In this example, by grounding the corresponding transistors, the current is allowed to reach the 500B-3 latch and demagnetize the core, which results in an open pore for a fragrance substance to flow. The rest remains sealed.
[106] Figure 16 shows an illustrative diagram of an exemplary piezoelectric actuated gate control valve (for example, a latch) that can be opened by applying a voltage to the piezoelectric actuator component that contracts as a result of an applied voltage. For example, both T1 and T2 transistors must be "wired" so that sufficient voltage is applied to the actuator to open the valve and allow the odorant to escape. If one of the transistors is in the “off” state, the voltage is insufficient for a valve to be opened and it will remain closed. For example, fragrance gas can be charged in the lower chamber under compressed air, assisted by a fan or pumped. This fragrance gas cannot escape the chamber as long as the piezoelectric lock remains closed. For example, once both transistors are grounded from the open circuit otherwise connected to the base of the transistor (for example, a transistor switch configuration), voltage is applied and current is allowed to flow through the circuit, which includes the actuator. The piezoelectric effect is contraction, which in this way opens the pore and allows the fragrance gas to flow. For example, to close a valve again, both one and both of the transistors are turned off and the voltage finishes being applied and the current finishes passing through the lock. The piezoelectric actuator returns to its original shape and closes the orifice, which closes the air flow.
[107] Figure 17 shows a schematic of an exemplary 3x3 matrix of piezoelectric gate control valves (for example, such as the exemplary 750 actuated lockable piezoelectric valve) with transistor in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column selected latch. For example, transistors can be connected by shortening the open connection corresponding to the ground. This is just one example of a transistor switch circuit configuration to implement the multiplexing of the disclosed fragrance delivery devices.
[108] Figure 18 shows a schematic of an exemplary 3x3 matrix of piezoelectric gate control valves (latches) and transistors in a transistor-based control circuit to control the row and column of a selected latch, in which the magnetic latch from row 1, column C is activated. For example, by grounding the corresponding transistors, the current is allowed to reach the lock and the piezoelectric actuator contracts, which results in an open pore for fragrant gas flow. The rest remains sealed.
[109] Figure 19 shows an image that illustrates, for example, that fragrances selected by an exemplary delivery device of the revealed technology can be delivered on demand in a manner directed to the individual's head space or into the nose directly using a affixed armor-type structure or embedded in used accessories such as glasses that include protection glasses (google) from communication devices in the form of glasses, headphones for music or other equipment and parts worn on the head, or by means of alternative modalities or structures. As illustrated in the Figure 19 embodiment, a fragrance delivery device is attached to at least one side of the glasses in the form of a frame piece and includes an extension with a tip close to the person's nose for dispensing the desired vapor or liquid for the fragrance based on the designs of the fragrance release device disclosed in this document. The frame part that incorporates the fragrance distribution device can be movably attached to the glasses to be rotated, folded or adjustable in its tip position by the user. The frame piece can be folded or hidden in a different position when the fragrance delivery device is not used.
[110] Figures 20A to 20C show schematic illustrations of exemplary modalities of a technology-released fragrance device in relation to the building, vehicle or furniture, or other structure. Figure 20A shows an exemplary fragrance release device mounted either on a wall or a building accessory, furniture, vehicle, etc. with the power supply, air pressure, fragrance storage tank arrangement inside, on or behind a wall or accessory. Figure 20B shows an exemplary fragrance release device extended by a cord or flexible air channel structure. Figure 20C shows an exemplary fragrance release device operated as a completely separate portable device, (for example, in stick or microphone shape configuration), with fragrance storage and possibly the self-contained battery inside the stick that replaceable when needed. For example, the battery can be recharged by electrical connection or by charging by approaching AC.
[111] In some implementations, for example, the exemplary fragrance delivery device 100 may include one or more fragrance gas or vapor diffusers at an opening end of the fragrance delivery device 100, for example, near the end of a release tube, to control spatial diffusion or spread of the substance with fragrance or fragrance. Such a fragrance diffuser can be configured to have a porous geometry, channeled or wire arrangement geometry, spiral geometry or gas block or reflectance geometry. The fragrance diffuser component can be structured to have a tapered, perforated or spiral geometry. The fragrance diffuser component can be configured as part of housing 110 of device 100. For example, in some implementations, the fragrance diffuser component is included as part of transport channels 115, for example, to control the flow of the substance with fragrance (eg steam or gas) through channels 115. In addition or alternatively, for example, the fragrance diffuser component can be attached to housing 110 connected to openings 113, for example, to control the flow of fragrance released to from device 100 to particular locations in the external environment that allow the fragrance to remain in that desired location for a predetermined duration before dissipating.
[112] Figure 21 shows schematic diagrams of an exemplary airflow cup or diffuser section of an exemplary fragrance delivery device. Figure 22 shows a series of schematic diagrams illustrating fragrance airflow circulation within the exemplary airflow cup or diffuser section of the exemplary fragrance release device in Figure 21. Figure 23 shows schematic diagrams for a glass or exemplary airflow diffuser section of an exemplary fragrance release device that includes an internal cup. Figure 24 shows schematic diagrams of an exemplary airflow cup or diffuser section of an exemplary fragrance release device that includes a perforated inner cup. Figure 25 shows schematic diagrams of an exemplary spiral-shaped cup or section of airflow diffuser from an exemplary fragrance release device.
[113] It should be understood that the Figures noted above are for the purpose of illustrating the concepts of the revealed technology and may not be to scale. It should be further understood that the present technology is not limited in its application to the details of the construction and the disposition of the components established in the Figures and attached descriptions. The revealed technology can be applicable to other modalities or can be practiced or conducted in several ways. In addition, it is understood that the phraseology and terminology used in this document are for description purposes and should not be construed as limiting.
[114] The revealed fragrance generation devices can be used in conjunction with a variety of consumer products, industrial, civil or military applications, which include, but are not limited to (a) entertainment such as moving pictures, animation, live theater, exhibitions, video games, presentations and multimedia; (b) communications via cell phones or other communication devices; (c) gift device and electronic gift cards; (d) interactive or sensory books; (e) perfume sampling, development and / or testing; (f) perfumes emitted through jewelry or other used accessories; (g) located air perfumers or fragrance emitters through or within furniture, furniture, fixtures and appliances (h) fragrance-induced signage or mapping; (i) training or testing; (j) education; (k) vehicle air perfumers; (I) point of sale advertisement or augmented reality advertising for food, flowers, goods and consumer packaging; (m) biological, physiological or neurological activation / stimulus; (n) therapies and medical diagnoses; (p) control and masking of bad odor; (o) hygiene; (p) harmful gas detoxification, (q) timed controlled release of sleep gas or unconsciousness-inducing gas or laughing gas, (r) timed controlled release of fragrances for behavioral control or animal influence; and, (s) release of influence-selective gases and / or control of soldiers' behavior, etc.
[115] According to the technology disclosed, for example, the fragrance generation device can be either fixed, or portable or usable in a body way (by animal or human). The size and design of the cartridge system and device that carries the liquid or material that generates fragrance is adjusted accordingly depending on the applications.
[116] According to the technology disclosed, for example, the devices and mechanisms described in this document are scalable to allow the distribution of gas, for example, with or without fragrance, in larger spaces (in a non-localized way).
[117] Various modalities of the revealed technology have been described. However, it will be understood that various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the revealed technology. Consequently, other modalities are in the scope of the following claims. For example, wired or wireless activation / deactivation or remote control activation / deactivation can be incorporated into fragrance generation devices.
[118] In addition, in gas dispensing and distribution modes, one or more filters can be added for the purpose of removing impurities from the air in the inlet air, as well as near the outlet to remove impurities (and / or unwanted organoleptic properties in gas with fragrance).
[119] In addition, images displayed on the screen or otherwise can be synchronized, according to the technology revealed, for example, with the release of fragrances using a counted timing sequence or coded activation using pre-defined electronic signals. embedded by the fragrance release device by wired or wireless techniques or using the displayed image itself (or components thereof) as the signal that can be detected by the fragrance release device.
[120] Another variation on the exemplary device is for applications for desktop computers, cell phones, tablet computers, usable devices and / or laptop computers, in which the fragrance release device, according to the revealed technology , is connected to the main cell phone, writing pad device or computer host via the USB port, speaker connector output, other wireless or remote ports or mechanisms, and the fragrance release device comprises a cartridge arrangement single use, replaceable or refillable that stores the liquid or fragrance material, a component that allows the selective passage of fragrance gas or vapor or mist or liquid in the multitude of path arrangements, and electronically activated switching arrangement that allows selection specific fragrance to be released.
[121] Yet another variation is to incorporate a coding / signaling system that allows the timing of the fragrance timing to be synchronized with the exact moment for the corresponding displayed image or voice message or written message, and other energizing and cooling device components. control, optionally combined with various memory devices and technologies, audio, visual or audiovisual technologies or devices and other sensory technologies and devices (haptics, etc.). According to the revealed technology, the encoding mechanism to synchronize the displayed image (or other virtual reality actions such as sound, music, mechanical vibration, etc.) with the corresponding fragrance release may be based on image recognition, recognition voice or other biometric sensors, recognition of electronic timing, movement, light and / or color, as well as using hidden image, sound, electronic or wireless signals from the displayed scenes (either on the screen or through another display mechanism) that can be recognized / detected by the fragrance release device to start or stop the release of specific fragrance (s).
[122] In some respects, the technology revealed may include the following devices, systems and methods.
[123] In one example, the disclosed technology includes a single or multiple path for dispensing gas, steam or liquid and dispensing device that includes one or more liquids or fragrance compositions or materials stored in one or more coated chambers or as part disposable, refillable or replaceable cartridges. The exemplary device may include single or multiple transport routes for gas, steam or liquid. The exemplary device can accelerate the speed of gas, steam or liquid movement (with or without fragrance). The exemplary device may include ON or OFF methods for each of the multiple paths to selectively allow the passage of a specific gas, vapor or liquid. For example, such fragrance generation devices can be either fixed, or manual, or portable or wearable (for example, attachable to clothing accessories such as glasses (for example, including glasses with a viewfinder and communication capabilities such as goggles) ) or music headphones). For example, such fragrance generation devices may, in part or in whole, optionally be disposable, extensible or adjustable to accommodate ideal placement within or directed to a head space. For example, such fragrance generation devices can be used for timed control or release and micro- or nano-fluidic or gas distribution.
[124] In some examples, the example device may include: magnetically lockable door control structures with at least one solenoid and at least two embedded magnetic materials, with at least one magnetic material such as a solenoid core that has a magnetization cycle in an essentially square cycle that has a coercive force of preferably at least 20 Oe, but preferably less than 100 Oe, with the cycle square desirably at least 0.85, preferably at least 0.9, more preferably at least 0.95, as described in the drawings of Figures 1 to 5 with detailed descriptions in the specification, for example, with at least one of the magnetic elements bending or changing position on the application of magnetic field to the surrounding solenoid to activate the closing or opening of an orifice to transport a gas, vapor or liquid.
[125] In some instances, the exemplary ON-OFF door opening switching can be completed with a pulse current of preferably less than 1 second, with the ON or OFF state maintained without any use of electrical power since the switching be done.
[126] In some examples, the exemplary ON-OFF door opening switching can be completed by a short AC magnetic field, preferably less than 1 second with an amplitude that gradually decreases for demagnetization.
[127] In some examples, the example solenoid with a magnetic core can be positioned vertically or horizontally, and the tip of the moving part can be coated with a conforming material, elastomeric or other material for tight sealing when the switch is closed.
[128] In some examples, the exemplary ON-OFF port of single or multiple channel devices can be enabled by controlled thermal expansion of spring material and conforming material, tightly sealed elastomeric or other applicable, with such port ON-OFF lockable or non-lockable.
[129] In some examples, the exemplary ON-OFF port for single or multiple channel devices can be enabled by controlled expansion, shape-shifting bending of piezoelectric materials that show dimensional expansion by applying voltage.
[130] In some examples, the exemplary ON-OFF port switching in an x-y array arrangement can be enabled by a transient or relay switching arrangement.
[131] In some examples, the exemplary ON-OFF switching in an x-y array arrangement can be enabled by a magnetically lockable switch using the square-cycle magnetic core inside a solenoid.
[132] In some examples of the exemplary device, a specific gas has the ability to be produced from each of a multitude of sources of liquid, solvent or oil based on, for example, transport of gas bubbles through a arrangement or forest of paths subdivided into nanoscale or microscale to induce many subdivided microbubbles and increase the overall surface area of the bubbles (by a factor of at least 3, preferably at least 6, and even more preferably at least 12 for increased diffusion of fragrance molecules from a given volume of solvent or oil into the bubbles.
[133] In some examples of the exemplary device, a fragrance gas can be produced by transporting gas through an arrangement or forest of paths subdivided into nanoscale or microscale within a highly porous structure fed and replenished from a solvent containing fragrance or oil source.
[134] In some examples of exemplary gas generation devices, the subdivision structure can be selected from large surface area nano / micro wires, nano / micro loops, nano / micropores, nano / microparticle aggregates or nano / microcapsules, and these structures are either vertically aligned, or random or ideally distributed.
[135] In some examples of exemplary gas generation devices, the subdivision structure of the large surface area nano / microwires, nano / micro loops, nano / micropores, nano / microparticle aggregate or nano / microcapsule aggregate immersed in a fragrance-generating liquid and the bubbling of air or gas collects one or more of the selected fragrances and transports them.
[136] In some examples of exemplary gas generation devices, the subdivision structure of the large surface area nano / microwires, nano / micro loops, nano / micropores, nano / microparticle aggregate or nano / microcapsule aggregate, can be essentially dry, and not immersed in a massive liquid volume of fragrance-generating material, and no air or gas bubbles are present, with the large surface area nano / micro wires, nano / micro loops, nano / micropores, aggregate nano / microparticles or nano / microcapsule aggregate, already composed of fragrance generation liquid previously soaked, are supplied continuously or continuously supplied with fragrance generation liquid, both occasionally and periodically, in order to induce adsorbed material, absorbed or soaked in or by the large surface area nano / micro structures.
[137] In some examples of exemplary gas generation devices, the adsorbed, absorbed or soaked fragrance generation liquid can be supplied to large surface area nano / microstructures to hold the fragrance generation composition (in liquid form, dry or semi-dry solid) in or on nano / microstructures, which use methods that include, without limitation, burst flow with fragrance generation liquid, vigorous short time bubbling, capillary suction from the fragrance generation liquid reservoir , intermittent supply of the fragrance generation liquid through internal or lateral channels in the large surface area nano / microstructures with the use of air flow or vacuum suction or by means of a short-time absorption mechanism / structure defined for transfer fragrance generation liquid from a liquid reservoir (internal or external) to the large area nano / micro structure surface.
[138] In some examples of exemplary gas generation devices, the subdivision structure can also serve as an electric or cordless local heater to intensify the formation of bubbles and the diffusion of fragrance molecules from the solvent or oil to the bubbles or to intensify the release of fragrance molecules from the adsorbed, absorbed or soaked fragrance-generating liquid on or in large surface area nano / microstructures.
[139] In some examples of exemplary gas generation devices, transporting the gas through guided distribution paths can be accelerated by an individual microventilator dedicated to each path or by a single shared fan positioned close to or in the outlet region of the device .
[140] In some examples, the disclosed technology includes methods for various manufacturing or assembly processes for the devices and materials for the disclosed devices and systems as described in the drawings and the specification.
[141] In some examples, exemplary gas generation and release devices can be used for consumption in industrial, civil or military applications, for example, including, but not limited to, entertainment such as moving photos, video games, live samples , exhibitions and theater; fashion; clothing, communications, resale, advertising, as an air scent; perfumery; enhancement or sensory / multisensory effects; medical therapies, drug delivery or virtual surgery; education; training; test; diagnosis; sampling; olfactory record; olfactory display; improvement or modulation of food, flavor or taste; Cheers; sports improvement, simulation or training; control or masking of bad odor; as an insect or animal repellent or attractant; care of animals or pets; hygiene; aromatherapy; biofeedback; detoxification and / or influence or behavior control.
[142] In some examples, exemplary gas generation and release devices can be configured as independent devices or equipment, fixed in position, manual, portable and / or wearable to potentially be incorporated into or used in conjunction with or affixed as an accessory or peripheral to the following examples: clothing, furniture, furniture or frames; accessories such as jewelry, watches, helmets, music headsets, augmented reality eye devices and normal glasses; vehicles; mobile phones, computers; laptop computers, notebook computers, notepad computers, electronic or physical books; training or diagnostic equipment; packaging of any kind; consumer goods; gift or greeting cards; medical equipment; military equipment; magazines; video game consoles, iPods, radios, televisions and other broadcast or media reproducible equipment.
[143] In some examples, exemplary devices can be activated to activate / deactivate wirelessly or non-wirelessly, and with the ability to be synchronized to the works or content of distribution, transmission, transfer or broadcast of any other device, equipment or media.
[144] In some examples, exemplary fragrance generation devices may include synchronizing fragrance release timing with the exact moment for the corresponding screen or image displayed otherwise, voice email, message, presentation, transmission or written, audio or audiovisual broadcast, and other control and load device components, optionally combined with various technologies or memory devices, audio or visual or audiovisual technologies or devices and other sensory technologies and devices (haptics, etc.) . The encoding mechanism for synchronizing the image (or other augmented virtual reality actions that employ, for example, sound, music, mechanical vibration or other 3D projection techniques, etc.) with the corresponding fragrance release may be based on recognition of image, voice recognition sensors, electronic timing recognition, motion, light and / or color, as well as using hidden image, sound, electronic or wireless signals from the displayed images that can be recognized / detected by the fragrance release device to initiate or interrupt the release of specific fragrance (s).
[145] Although this patent document contains many details, these should not be interpreted as limitations on the scope of any invention or what can be claimed, but rather as descriptions of features that can be specific to modalities, in particular, inventions private individuals. Certain features that are described in that patent document in the context of separate modalities can also be implemented in combination in a single modality. In contrast, several features that are described in the context of a single modality can also be implemented in multiple modalities separately or in any suitable subcombination. Furthermore, although the features may be described above as acting on certain combinations and even initially claimed as such, one or more features of a claimed combination may, in some cases, be removed from the combination and the claimed combination may be directed to a subcombination or variation of a subcombination.
[146] Similarly, although operations are shown in the drawings in a particular order, this should not be understood as requiring that such operations be performed in the particular order shown or in sequential order or that all illustrated operations be performed to achieve desirable results. In addition, the separation of various system components in the modalities described in this patent document should not be understood as requiring such separation in all modalities.
[147] Only a few implementations and examples are described and other implementations, improvements and variations can be produced based on what is described and illustrated in that patent document.

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Claims (17)
[0001]
1. Fragrance delivery device (100), for carrying one or more substances with fragrances including a gas, vapor or liquid substance, characterized by the fact that it comprises: a cartridge (120) structured to include one or more chambers (121) that contain one or more substances with fragrance; a housing (110) structured to include a compartment (111) for holding the cartridge (120), an opening (113) to allow one, or more, one fragrance substance to distribute to an external environment of the device (100 ), and one or more transport channels (115) formed between the compartment (111) and the opening (113), wherein each of the one or more transport channels (115) is configured to deliver a fragrance substance from the chamber (121) corresponding to the opening (113) for delivering a fragrance from one or more fragrance substances; one or more actuator switches (130) respectively coupled to one or more transport channels (115), each actuator switch (130) arranged in a corresponding and operable transport channel (115) to be magnetically driven to move between an open position and a closed position based on a signal applied to selectively allow the fragrance substance to pass from the corresponding transport channel (115), wherein the actuator switch (130) includes magnetically lockable door frames including a first and a second corresponding magnetic component (211; 214) which is coupled in the closed position and uncoupled in the open position, wherein the first corresponding magnetic component includes a solenoid formed from a solenoid core which has a substantially square-cycle magnetizing material, and where the second corresponding magnetic component is structured to flex or change its translational position a change in the magnetic field from the solenoid core to actuate the opening (113) or closing of the actuator switch (130) in the transport channel (115).
[0002]
2. Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that the applied signal includes a pulsed electric current or a pulsed magnetic field that has a pulse duration of less than 1 second.
[0003]
Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the applied signal includes an applied pulsed magnetic field that is produced by an applied multiple-cycle electric current.
[0004]
4. Device (100), according to claim 3, characterized by the fact that the resulting magnetic field is generated with an amplitude that gradually decreases for demagnetization, in which the actuator switch (130) is actuated to move to the position open or closed position with no additional electrical power after multiple cycle electrical current is applied.
[0005]
5. Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that one or both of the first and second corresponding magnetic components (211; 214) includes a magnetic alloy that includes at least one of a decomposed alloy of square cycle Fe-Cr- Co spin-mode, Fe-Cr-based alloy, Fe-Ni-based alloy, Fe-Cr-Ni-based alloy, Fe-Cr-Ni based alloy Co, an alloy of Fe-Mo, an alloy based on Fe-Ni-Mo, an alloy based on Fe-Si, a spine-decomposed alloy based on Cu-Ni-Fe or a spine-decomposed alloy based on Cu-Ni-Co.
[0006]
Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that the first corresponding magnetic component is positioned vertically or horizontally in the transport channel (115), and the second corresponding magnetic component includes a tip coated with a material flexible to form a firm seal between the first and second corresponding magnetic components (211; 214) when the actuator switch (130) is in the closed position.
[0007]
7. Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the one or more transport channels (115) are configured in a nanoscale or microscale transport channel arrangement (115) that connect the chambers ( 121) corresponding to an arrangement of openings (113) of the housing (110).
[0008]
8. Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the device (100) distributes a specific gas produced using a plurality of fluids including fragrance generation liquids, solvents or fluids based on oil, in which the specific gas is produced by forming gas bubbles from the fluids and transporting the gas bubbles through an array of nanoscale or microscale channels to induce microbubbles with a larger overall surface area than those of the gas bubbles.
[0009]
Device (100) according to claim 8, characterized in that it additionally comprises: a fragrance modification structure formed from a highly porous material contained in one or both in the chamber (121) of the cartridge (120) and in the transport channel (115) of the housing (110), where the highly porous structure includes at least one of the nanoscale or microscale wire structures, nanoscale or microscale loop structures, nanoscale or microscale structures with nanopores or micropores , nanoscale or microscale particles, or nanoscale or microscale capsules, and in which gas bubbles are formed by passing air through the fragrance modification structure.
[0010]
10. Device (100), according to claim 9, characterized by the fact that the fragrance generation liquid is supplied to the structures, particles or capsules in nanoscale or microscale of the highly porous structure by one or more of the burst flow of the fragrance generation liquid, vigorous bubble formation of fragrance generation liquid, capillary suction of fragrance generation liquid, intermittent air flow or vacuum suction of fragrance generation liquid or implantation of an absorption mechanism.
[0011]
11. Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the device (100) is configured to be one among a portable device, a wearable device or a fixed device attached to an object.
[0012]
12. Device (100), according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the device (100) is configured for pre-programmed or timed release and dispensing of the fragrance substance.
[0013]
13. Device (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that it additionally comprises: one or more fragrance diffusers coupled to the opening (113) of the housing (110) to control a diffusion or spread a fragrance from one or more substances with fragrance.
[0014]
14. Method for dispensing fragrances, characterized by the fact that it comprises: moving substances with fragrance through corresponding transport paths (115) configured in a housing (110) of a device (100) from corresponding chambers (121) in a cartridge (120) that stores fragrance substances, each fragrance substance including a gas, vapor or liquid; actuating a lockable door mechanism arranged in a transport channel (115) between a closed position that blocks the transport channel (115) and an open position that opens the transport channel (115) to selectively allow the passage of a a corresponding fragrance substance, wherein the lockable door mechanism includes an actuator switch (130) comprising magnetically lockable door structures including a corresponding first and second magnetic components (211; 214) that are coupled in the closed position and uncoupled in the open position , where the first corresponding magnetic component includes a solenoid formed from a solenoid core that has a substantially square cycle magnetizing material, and where the second corresponding magnetic component is structured to flex or change its translational position by changing the magnetic field from the solenoid core to act the opening (113) or closing the com actuator user (130) in the transport channel (115); and dispensing the selected fragrance substance from the device (100) to an external environment.
[0015]
15. Method, according to claim 14, characterized by the fact that the lockable door mechanism changes to and from the closed position and the open position based on a piezoelectric or thermal magnetic actuator switch (130).
[0016]
16. Method according to claim 14, characterized in that it additionally comprises dispensing a specific fragrance gas with the use of a plurality of fluids that include fragrance generation liquids, solvents or oil-based fluids contained in the corresponding chambers (121), and the dispensing of the gas with a specific fragrance includes: forming gas bubbles by supplying air through fragrance generation liquids, solvents or oil-based fluids in a highly porous material structured to include at least minus one of the nanoscale or microscale wire structures, nanoscale or microscale loop structures, nanoscale or microscale structures with nanopores or micropores, nanoscale or microscale particles or nanoscale or microscale capsules, transporting gas bubbles through a transport channel (115) of a nanoscale or microscale channel arrangement to induce microbubbles with surface area and overall larger than those of gas bubbles, and collect the microbubbles from the nanoscale or microscale channel arrangement to generate the gas with a specific fragrance.
[0017]
17. Method according to claim 14, characterized by the fact that it additionally comprises synchronizing the lockable door mechanism to move at a predetermined time, in which the dispensing occurs with the use of a timed release of the fragrance substance .

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