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Dispositif de vaporisation d'huiles essentielles Download PDF

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WO1997032611A1
WO1997032611A1 PCT/GB1997/000633 GB9700633W WO9732611A1 WO 1997032611 A1 WO1997032611 A1 WO 1997032611A1 GB 9700633 W GB9700633 W GB 9700633W WO 9732611 A1 WO9732611 A1 WO 9732611A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
    • A01M—CATCHING, TRAPPING OR SCARING OF ANIMALS; APPARATUS FOR THE DESTRUCTION OF NOXIOUS ANIMALS OR NOXIOUS PLANTS
    • A01M1/00—Stationary means for catching or killing insects
    • A01M1/20—Poisoning, narcotising, or burning insects
    • A01M1/2022—Poisoning or narcotising insects by vaporising an insecticide
    • A01M1/2061—Poisoning or narcotising insects by vaporising an insecticide using a heat source
    • A01M1/2077—Poisoning or narcotising insects by vaporising an insecticide using a heat source using an electrical resistance as heat source
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
    • A61L9/00—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air
    • A61L9/015—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using gaseous or vaporous substances, e.g. ozone
    • A61L9/02—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using gaseous or vaporous substances, e.g. ozone using substances evaporated in the air by heating or combustion
    • A61L9/03—Apparatus therefor
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
    • A61L9/00—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air
    • A61L9/015—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using gaseous or vaporous substances, e.g. ozone
    • A61L9/04—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using gaseous or vaporous substances, e.g. ozone using substances evaporated in the air without heating
    • A61L9/12—Apparatus, e.g. holders, therefor
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60H—ARRANGEMENTS OF HEATING, COOLING, VENTILATING OR OTHER AIR-TREATING DEVICES SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PASSENGER OR GOODS SPACES OF VEHICLES
    • B60H3/00—Other air-treating devices
    • B60H3/0007—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60H—ARRANGEMENTS OF HEATING, COOLING, VENTILATING OR OTHER AIR-TREATING DEVICES SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PASSENGER OR GOODS SPACES OF VEHICLES
    • B60H3/00—Other air-treating devices
    • B60H3/0007—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen
    • B60H2003/005—Adding substances other than water to the air, e.g. perfume, oxygen with heating means for adding the substances

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  • This invention relates to a device for vaporising perfumed oils or liquids, or essential oils.
  • the invention relates to a device which is especially suitable for the vaporising of essential oils within a vehicle for the benefit of the occupants of the vehicle.
  • air freshening It is well-known to allow vapour to disperse in the air in an enclosed environment for the purpose of "air freshening”: that is, the dissemination of a perfume to mask the presence of less attractive odours.
  • the commonest form of air freshener is a spray, but known alternatives are a slow-release gel and an impregnated disc which is heated electrically to induce vapour to be emitted.
  • Air fresheners specifically for use in cars are also known. These are generally of the slow release kind, vapour being given off slowly from a solid or gel placed within the driver and passenger space of the car.
  • Aromatherapy is a form of therapeutic treatment in which the subject inhales in vapour form an essential oil with an appropriate therapeutic property.
  • Different essential oils used singly or in blends, can be used to treat illness or other disease or used to promote desirable physical states, such as mental alertness or relaxation.
  • An example of such an oil is eucalyptus, known for its aroma and decongestant properties.
  • An aspect of the invention is the realisation that the properties of essential oil vapours render them especially suitable for use in a car or other vehicle in place of a conventional air freshener, which does not convey any particular benefit to health.
  • Appropriately chosen essential oils can perform the odour masking function of a conventional air freshener. They can also provide many other functions of particular value to a car driver or passengers, as is discussed below. Appropriately chosen oils can stimulate the driver so he or she remains mentally alert and able to concentrate fully on driving, so the risk of accidents caused by driver drowsiness is reduced. Other oils can act to reduce tension and stress in subjects: reduction of tension and stress levels in drivers can also be an important factor in reducing the risk of accidents.
  • a car provides a confined environment where air is not freely exchanged with the surroundings and where driver and passengers frequently remain in close proximity. Such an environment places occupants at particular risk to the spread of disease. Appropriately chosen essential oils can act to minimise this risk. Certain oils have antiseptic properties. Other oils are effective against ce ⁇ ain diseases, such as colds and influenza. Oils can also act against symptoms of disease, such as nasal congestion.
  • Essential oils can also alleviate other afflictions associated with car travel, such as motion sickness. It also follows that essential oils can be of assistance in other forms of travel, such as coach, air or rail travel. For example, an oil with decongestant properties could be used in air travel to ease the discomfort of passengers during rapid ascent and descent of an aeroplane on take-off and landing.
  • the invention provides a device for vaporising perfumed oils or liquids, or essential oils within a vehicle, comprising:
  • a heating element connectable to an electrical supply within a vehicle
  • a receptacle for holding of perfumed oils or liquids, or essential oils to be vaporised
  • the device also comprises a heat reservoir for storage of heat provided by the heating element and for transmission of the stored heat to me receptacle.
  • a heat reservoir for storage of heat provided by the heating element and for transmission of the stored heat to me receptacle.
  • This feature is of particular benefit in allowing the supply of heat to the oil to be controlled.
  • a relatively short period of electrical supply to the heating element from a powerful electrical source can thus serve to heat up the reservoir, which supplies heat to the essential oil in the reservoir at a slower rate to provide gradual vaporisation of essential oil.
  • Ceramic materials are especially appropriate as materials for use in such a heat reservoir.
  • the device is adapted to engage in the cigarette lighter socket of a car.
  • devices according to the invention can be adapted for use with any available electrical connection. Appropriate modifications can thus be made to devices for use in air, rail or coach travel.
  • a portable battery operated power supply could be used.
  • the receptacle is therefore provided with a plug capable of motion relative to the receptacle. Relative motion between plug and receptacle is such that the plug seals the passage for escape of vapour when the device is oriented such that essential oil could otherwise flow through it.
  • the heating element and receptacle are configured such that a face of the receptacle closest to the heating element is either convex or concave. This increases the surface area of the receptacle most directly exposed to heat, thus facilitating heat transfer to the essential oil in the receptacle.
  • the specific dimensions of the device can be tailored to meet the requirements of the socket into which the device is to be inserted.
  • the receptacle may be integral with the device as a whole and not replaceable, as is generally the case in other embodiments.
  • the receptacle may be removable to facilitate cleaning.
  • This aspect, wherein the receptacle may be integral with the device as a whole and not replaceable applies particularly for devices adapted to engage in the cigarette lighter socket of a car.
  • the upper part of the device is adapted to receive a replaceable fluid bottle for storage of the essential oil, the receptacle within the device being used only to vaporise oil provided as a dose from this replaceable bottle.
  • the replaceable bottle is provided with a dosing valve, so that on actuation, a predetermined dose of essential oil is provided from the bottle to the receptacle.
  • the upper part of the device according to this aspect contains two channels, one adapted to convey liquid from the bottle to the receptacle, and the second adapted to allow vapour to be released from the receptacle to the surroundings.
  • the upper part of the device is provided with a cover member which, following insertion of a replaceable fluid bottle into the upper part of the device, is engageable with the base of the fluid bottle.
  • a cover member which, following insertion of a replaceable fluid bottle into the upper part of the device, is engageable with the base of the fluid bottle.
  • accidental displacement of the bottle from the upper part of the device is prevented.
  • downward pressure on the cover member causes abutment of the cover member with the base of the fluid bottle, whilst further downward pressure urges the bottle deeper into the upper part of the device and causes actuation of the bottle dosing valve.
  • the device according to the present invention is small, light and readily portable.
  • the device is provided with a simple installation means, for example the device is slidingly engageable with a cigarette lighter socket in an automobile, and is designed to cause the user minimum inconvenience during non- use and transportation to the vehicle in which the device is to be installed.
  • the device according to the present invention is generally cylindrical, preferably no more than 30 cm in height, more preferably not more than 20 cm in height, most preferably not more than 15 cm in height.
  • a major pan of the device fits into the vehicle socket, the latter of which is preferably a cigarette lighter socket.
  • the device is capable of fitting in the hand and is "pocket-sized".
  • Suitable fluids for use in the device according to the present invention include: blends of essential oils and carrier oils; blends of essential oils and water; conventional perfumes; other aromatic oils and carrier fluids; user medications capable of vaporisation; and combinations of the above.
  • Figure 1 shows an elevation of a first embodiment of a device according to the invention
  • Figure 2 shows a plan view of the device of Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 3 shows a longitudinal sectional view of the device of Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 4 shows a transverse sectional view of the device of Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 5 shows an elevation of a second embodiment of a device according to the invention
  • Figure 6 shows a plan view of the device of Figure 5;
  • Figure 7 shows a longitudinal sectional view of the device of Figure 5;
  • Figure 8 shows a transverse sectional view of the device of Figure 5;
  • Figure 9 shows a longitudinal sectional view of a third embodiment of a device according to the invention.
  • Figure 10 shows a plan view of the device of Figure 9.
  • Figure 11 shows an elevation of the device of Figure 9
  • Figure 12 shows a vertical sectional view of a fourth embodiment of a device according to the invention.
  • Figure 13 shows a plan view of the device according to Figure 12;
  • Figure 14 shows an elevation of the device according to Figure 12.
  • Figure 3 depicts a longitudinal sectional view through a first embodiment of a device according to the invention.
  • the device as a whole is constructed to operate in a standard cigarette lighter socket of a car.
  • a heating element 1 is mounted at the base of the device for operative connection with the power supply to the cigarette lighter socket.
  • 1 is in this case a coil formed from a wound strip of metal, of the kind found in conventional car cigarette lighters.
  • Sprung metal strips 3 are provided at the side of the device to provide the necessary earth connection to the socket.
  • the activation of the heating element is as for a conventional car lighter.
  • the device as a whole is pressed into the socket to engage the heating element with the power supply.
  • a trip switch is then activated to disengage the heating element from the power supply when a sufficient temperature has been reached.
  • a receptacle 5 for storage of essential oil to be vaporised is located in the centre of the device.
  • the top of the receptacle, in use, is open.
  • a passage is thus provided, through vents 7 (see Figure 2), for vapour to flow out from the receptacle 5 and out of the device.
  • the device also comprises a thermal reservoir 9 consisting of a ceramic material with a high thermal capacity. This thermally buffers the oil in the receptacle from the heating element, and therefore allows short bursts of the relatively high heating current provided through a conventional car lighter socket to a conventional heating coil to be dissipated gradually into the heating of the receptacle 5 and thus of the essential oil contained therein. Such operation requires the main body 11 of the device to provide substantial thermal insulation for the interior of the device.
  • the receptacle 5 is mounted within the device so that it is free to move longitudinally.
  • a plug 13 is fixed on the main body of the device, just above the opening in the receptacle 5. If the device is tipped, the receptacle 5 will slide towards the plug 13 and the plug will seal the opening, preventing any essential oil from flowing out.
  • Figure 7 shows a similar longitudinal section of a second embodiment of a device according to the invention. This embodiment is also designed for use in the cigarette lighter socket of a car. Where components are essentially similar to those employed in the first embodiment, the same reference numbers have been used.
  • an on/off switch 21 by which the user can determine whether heat is supplied to the heating element in the device.
  • This switch is advantageously of the spring-loaded type, activated by the user pushing the device into the socket, each push toggling the device between a state in which the element is in electrical contact with the power supply and a state in which it is not.
  • a differently constructed heating element 27 is provided for direct heating of the receptacle, with ceramic material 9 providing both insulation and a heat reservoir.
  • the upper surface of the heating element 27 is convex, matching a concave portion 23 of the receptacle 5.
  • Ceramic material can be provided as a mild heat buffer between the heating element 27 and the receptacle 5.
  • a light emitting diode 25 is mounted on the device and electrically connected to the switch 21, thus displaying to the user whether or not current is being supplied to the device.
  • the narrow end of the main body which in insertable into the vehicle socket has the following dimensions: diameter between 1.5 cm and 3.0 cm, more preferably between 1.8 cm and 2.2 cm; height between 5 cm and 15 cm, more preferably between 5 cm and 10 cm.
  • the wide end of the main body which usually protrudes from the vehicle socket has the following dimensions: diameter between 1.5 cm and 5.0 cm, more preferably between 2.0 cm and 3.5 cm; height between 2.0 cm and 10 cm, more preferably between 2.0 cm and 7.0 cm.
  • This embodiment is also designed for use in the cigarette lighter socket of a car.
  • This embodiment resembles in its lower part both the first and second embodiments.
  • Receptacle 5 is not shown in Figure 9: this may be a separate receptacle as shown for the first two embodiments, or alternatively may merely be defined by appropriate inner walls of the device, the receptacle thus being integral with the device rather than a separate replaceable component.
  • Figure 9 shows only the cap region of the device above the receptacle and the heating region.
  • Bottle 35 provides the storage for the essential oil to be used in me device. In the unused state, the bottle may be removed: in any event, when the device is not actuated no fluid passes from the bottle 35 to the receptacle 5, which now acts only for holding essential oil during vaporisation.
  • Bottle 35 is provided with a dosing valve 33, which may be a conventional type (for example, of the type used in certain conventional perfume dispensers), adapted such that when bottle 35 is pressed downward into its recess, the dosing valve 33 releases a predetermined dose of essential oil into channel 36. This then flows downward into the receptacle 5.
  • the device is adapted so that downward pressure on bottle 35 both releases a dose of fluid into channel 36 and also provides the necessary engagement for urging the device into the cigarette lighter socket to provide electrical connection to the heating element. Vapour from the essential oil then heated in receptacle 5 is allowed to pass upwards through channel 37 where, from which it can escape into the atmosphere.
  • This embodiment provides an economical and effective design which is both simple to manufacture and use and allows use of readily available components.
  • FIG 12 represents a further embodiment of the cap region of the device illustrated in Figure 9.
  • the vertical walls of cap 39 which define the recess into which bottle 35 may be inserted are more elongate than those of cap 39 in Figure 9. Accordingly, the base 35a of bottle 35 only slightly protrudes from the mouth of the cap 39.
  • a cover member 40 is mounted via hinge 41 to the cap 39. The hinge 41 allows movement of die cover member 40 between an open position, in which a bottle 35 is insertable through the mouth of the cap 39 and into me recess of the cap 39, and a closed position in which accidental displacement of the bottle 35 is prevented.
  • the cover member 40 has a flexible portion which is shaped such that, when the cover member 40 is in the closed position, it accommodates the base 35a of bottle 35 protruding from the cap 39. Downward pressure on the flexible portion of the cover member 40 causes that portion to flex and abut with the base 35a of bottle 35. Further downward pressure urges the bottle 35 downward into the recess, causing actuation of the bottle dosing valve 33 by abutment of said valve with an inside surface of the cap 39. A predetermined dose of essential oil is released into channel 36 which then flows into the receptacle 5. The bottle 35 is then returned to its start position by means of the self-sprung dosing valve 33. A safety lid 42 is hingedly mounted to the cap 39 via hinge 41.
  • the safety lid is made from a rigid material.
  • the hinge 41 allows movement of the safety lid 42 between an open and a closed position as for the cover member 41.
  • the cover member 41 especially the flexible portion thereof
  • the cover member 41 is isolated from the environment exterior to the device and accidental application of downward pressure to the cover member 41 is prevented, thereby preventing inadvertent actuation of the dosing valve 33 and subsequent discharge of fluid from the bottle 35.
  • the following dimensions are appropriate for the device illustrated in Figures 12 to 14.
  • the dimensions of the dosing device are tailored to the size of the storage body and are such that the dosing device is supportable by the generally cylindrical main body.
  • the preferred dimensions of the dosing device are: diameter between 1.5 cm and 5.0 cm, more preferably between 2.5 cm and 3.5 cm; height between 4 cm and 9 cm, more preferably between 6 cm and 8 cm, most preferably 7 cm.
  • the dosing device in Figures 12 to 14 tapers in diameter towards a neck which is slidingly engageable with the wide end of the main body.
  • the neck has a preferred diameter of between 2 cm and 4 cm, most preferably 2.5 cm and has a preferred height of between 0.5 cm and 2 cm, preferably 1 cm.
  • FIG 14 shows the cover member 40 with the flexible portion 40a.
  • the safety lid 42 has been removed.
  • One method of providing efficient supply of heat to the receptacle is to mount it within a casing, the casing having fixed to it a heating element made of resistance wire, or of a resistance element such as that used in car windscreens.
  • the heating element can then be designed to form a spiral wrap around the receptacle along its length.

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L'invention porte sur un dispositif de vaporisation d'huiles ou de liquides parfumés ou d'huiles essentielles dans un véhicule, et de préférence à l'intérieur d'une automobile et comportant un élément chauffant (1) se raccordant à l'alimentation électrique du véhicule, un récipient (5) recevant l'huile ou le liquide à vaporiser, et un passage pour les vapeurs (7) quittant le récipient et sortant du dispositif. Le dispositif est de préférence conçu pour se brancher à la prise de l'allume-cigares et en recevoir le courant électrique. Dans l'une des variantes préférées, le dispositif comporte un élément doseur dosant la quantité d'huile ou de liquide à vaporiser.
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