EP3267960B1 - Stimulation device having an extension - Google Patents

Stimulation device having an extension Download PDF

Info

Publication number
EP3267960B1
EP3267960B1 EP15748202.7A EP15748202A EP3267960B1 EP 3267960 B1 EP3267960 B1 EP 3267960B1 EP 15748202 A EP15748202 A EP 15748202A EP 3267960 B1 EP3267960 B1 EP 3267960B1
Authority
EP
European Patent Office
Prior art keywords
chamber
stimulation
stimulation device
pressure field
pressure
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
Active
Application number
EP15748202.7A
Other languages
German (de)
French (fr)
Other versions
EP3267960A1 (en
Inventor
Michael Lenke
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
Novoluto GmbH
Original Assignee
Novoluto GmbH
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Family has litigation
First worldwide family litigation filed litigation Critical https://patents.darts-ip.com/?family=53800960&utm_source=***_patent&utm_medium=platform_link&utm_campaign=public_patent_search&patent=EP3267960(B1) "Global patent litigation dataset” by Darts-ip is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Application filed by Novoluto GmbH filed Critical Novoluto GmbH
Priority to DK18175171.0T priority Critical patent/DK3400926T3/en
Priority to EP18175171.0A priority patent/EP3400926B1/en
Publication of EP3267960A1 publication Critical patent/EP3267960A1/en
Application granted granted Critical
Publication of EP3267960B1 publication Critical patent/EP3267960B1/en
Active legal-status Critical Current
Anticipated expiration legal-status Critical

Links

Images

Classifications

    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H19/00—Massage for the genitals; Devices for improving sexual intercourse
    • A61H19/30—Devices for external stimulation of the genitals
    • A61H19/34—For clitoral stimulation
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H19/00—Massage for the genitals; Devices for improving sexual intercourse
    • A61H19/30—Devices for external stimulation of the genitals
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H19/00—Massage for the genitals; Devices for improving sexual intercourse
    • A61H19/40—Devices insertable in the genitals
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H19/00—Massage for the genitals; Devices for improving sexual intercourse
    • A61H19/40—Devices insertable in the genitals
    • A61H19/44—Having substantially cylindrical shape, e.g. dildos
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H23/00—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms
    • A61H23/02—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H23/00—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms
    • A61H23/02—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
    • A61H23/0254—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive with rotary motor
    • A61H23/0263—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive with rotary motor using rotating unbalanced masses
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H9/00—Pneumatic or hydraulic massage
    • A61H9/005—Pneumatic massage
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H9/00—Pneumatic or hydraulic massage
    • A61H9/005—Pneumatic massage
    • A61H9/0057—Suction
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H9/00—Pneumatic or hydraulic massage
    • A61H9/005—Pneumatic massage
    • A61H9/0071—Pneumatic massage by localized pressure, e.g. air streams or jets
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H9/00—Pneumatic or hydraulic massage
    • A61H9/0021—Hydraulic massage
    • A61H2009/0042—Hydraulic massage with water recirculation
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/01—Constructive details
    • A61H2201/0107—Constructive details modular
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/01—Constructive details
    • A61H2201/0111—Constructive details watertight
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/01—Constructive details
    • A61H2201/0115—Constructive details used in water
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/01—Constructive details
    • A61H2201/0119—Support for the device
    • A61H2201/0153—Support for the device hand-held
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/01—Constructive details
    • A61H2201/0188—Illumination related features
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/01—Constructive details
    • A61H2201/0192—Specific means for adjusting dimensions
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/12—Driving means
    • A61H2201/1238—Driving means with hydraulic or pneumatic drive
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/12—Driving means
    • A61H2201/1238—Driving means with hydraulic or pneumatic drive
    • A61H2201/1246—Driving means with hydraulic or pneumatic drive by piston-cylinder systems
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/16—Physical interface with patient
    • A61H2201/1683—Surface of interface
    • A61H2201/1685—Surface of interface interchangeable
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/50—Control means thereof
    • A61H2201/5023—Interfaces to the user
    • A61H2201/5043—Displays
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/50—Control means thereof
    • A61H2201/5097—Control means thereof wireless
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2205/00—Devices for specific parts of the body
    • A61H2205/08—Trunk
    • A61H2205/087—Genitals

Definitions

  • the present invention relates to a stimulation device with an extension for erogenous zones, in particular for the clitoris, a system with a stimulation device, and methods for stimulating body parts.
  • the erogenous zones of the human body can be stimulated with a variety of tools.
  • vibrators are used to apply a stimulus to a specific area of skin by direct contact.
  • This also includes stimulation devices for insertion into the human body, such as dildos.
  • Direct stimulation of the clitoris is often problematic.
  • the clitoris is usually the most sensitive erogenous zone in women.
  • the entire clitoris is heavily equipped with nerve endings, making it particularly sensitive to touch and receptive to sexual stimuli.
  • the glans of the clitoris, where the nerve cords of the two thighs meet, is particularly noteworthy here.
  • frequent use of a lay-on vibrator for direct stimulation leads to habituation effects or conditioning of the stimulated erogenous zone, while on the other hand the first-time use of such a device requires a certain amount of practice or familiarization.
  • indirect stimulation of the female erogenous zones may not be sufficient, or it may be desirable to increase the stimulation effect.
  • the sensitivity of the human erogenous zones also varies greatly from person to person. Also, the sensitivity of the corresponding zone can change greatly from situation to situation or even during a sexual act. What is also often desired is rapid and strong stimulation of various erogenous zones.
  • vacuum devices For indirect stimulation of erogenous zones, and particularly the clitoris, conventional vacuum devices are used to stimulate the subject's erogenous zones without direct contact with the main area to be stimulated.
  • vacuum pumps for the female primary or secondary sex organs which usually have a suction cup to put on and a hand pump.
  • the negative pressure applied to the clitoris, for example, with this type of device creates a negative pressure in the clitoris itself, which is usually lower than the systolic blood pressure. This pressure difference causes the clitoris to expand and/or stimulates blood flow to the affected area.
  • This clitoral vascular flush of blood serves to stimulate pleasure by increasing sensitivity as well as optical and haptic manipulation.
  • the WO 2006/05 82 91 A2 describe a sexual therapy device, the assembly consisting of a tubular clitoral suction chamber, an electrical vacuum source (vacuum pump) and a plurality of air flow ports.
  • the operation of the vacuum pump creates a continuous flow of air or air exchange in the area of the clitoris in the chamber.
  • the disadvantage is that the vaginal moisture, which occurs to a greater extent as a result of the negative pressure, is sucked out, which is why a drying effect occurs on the stimulated parts of the skin.
  • the sucked-off humid air leads to contamination of the downstream vacuum arrangement in terms of flow, for example the vacuum pump.
  • the device is also used for therapy of the blood vessels in the clitoris and not for stimulation up to sexual climax.
  • the U.S. 6,464,653 B1 discloses therapeutic devices and methods that produce a clitoral flush of blood using vacuum created by a vacuum pump to aid in the treatment of clitoral disorders such as incontinence.
  • a control valve or modulator which can be covered with a finger, the level of vacuum in the suction chamber is set or varied manually. This requires the user's attention and may be annoying or distracting.
  • this relatively complex device with additional valves has the disadvantages explained above Hygiene and dehydration, the device also serves long-term therapeutic purposes and not short-term sexual stimulation.
  • the devices of the prior art have the disadvantage in common that the complexity of the arrangements generating negative pressure or positive pressure is high and this device can have hygienic problems.
  • this device can have hygienic problems.
  • the devices of the prior art have the further disadvantage in common that habituation effects occur in the case of prolonged or continuous or frequently recurring applications of suppression.
  • the object underlying the invention is to provide a stimulation device which has a simple structure and is easy and safe to use, and has a strong stimulation effect.
  • a pressure field generating device of the stimulation device has at least one first chamber and at least one second chamber with at least one opening for placement on a body part or on the erogenous zone and at least one connecting element which connects the first chamber to the second chamber.
  • This inventive design of chambers communicating fluidically via at least one connecting element allows a pressure field to be generated in the second chamber in a simple manner by changing the volume of the first chamber, which is temporarily directed to the skin area to be stimulated.
  • a pressure field within the meaning of the invention is a time-varying field of media pressures, which at times has overpressures and at times underpressures, with an underpressure being a media pressure that is below the reference pressure and an overpressure being a media pressure that is above the reference pressure.
  • an underpressure being a media pressure that is below the reference pressure
  • an overpressure being a media pressure that is above the reference pressure.
  • the medium is usually gaseous, preferably air, but can, for example, alternatively or additionally, be a liquid medium, for example water or a commercially available lubricant.
  • the lubricant can be filled into the chambers according to the invention before the stimulation device is used.
  • the corresponding skin area can also be stimulated with a suitable skin-friendly liquid instead of with air, which can be desired depending on the individual preference of the user.
  • the stimulation device can also be used underwater Water can be used as a medium (e.g. in the bathtub).
  • the stimulation device is designed to be waterproof.
  • the reference pressure is usually the ambient pressure in relation to the stimulation device that is present at the beginning of the application (i.e. before the stimulation device is placed on the skin area to be stimulated).
  • the reference pressure is the current air pressure or normal pressure.
  • the reference pressure can be about 1 bar, and consequently a negative pressure according to the invention can be, for example, 0.7 bar and an overpressure according to the invention can be, for example, 1.3 bar.
  • the skin area to be stimulated is stimulated in its blood flow on the one hand, while on the other hand it is indirectly massaged.
  • two advantageous effects are combined.
  • the person's erogenous zone is more sensitive, while also creating a massage effect that serves to stimulate the erogenous zone, for example sexual arousal to the climax.
  • the massage effect is generated by the kinetic energy of the medium flowing from the first chamber through the connecting element against the surface of the skin area to be stimulated.
  • the massage effect created by the pressure field is produced indirectly, ie without direct contact with the skin area to be stimulated, using a solid body, for example a vibrator.
  • the pressure field imitates an irritation that usually takes place during sexual intercourse.
  • the cohabitation movement also creates a changing stimulus on the clitoris generated. It is a lifelike imitation of the natural act of cohabitation, with medical statements confirming that the use of the pressure field according to the invention does not lead to any habituation effects or to the generation of addiction. This is due in particular to the alternating use of negative and positive pressures (or also to the non-continuous use of only one type of pressure).
  • the maximum applicable pressure is regularly limited by the maximum load-bearing capacity of the skin area to be stimulated. For example, if there is too much negative pressure, especially in erogenous zones, there is a risk of painful injuries. Stimulators that operate exclusively with suppressors are usually limited in their operation to this maximum. In contrast to this, the combination of positive and negative pressures creates an extended working range of the stimulation-triggering pressure field or effect according to the invention, since the working range of the pressure can now be utilized to the maximum in both the positive and negative ranges.
  • the pressure field can act directly, with the pressure field being decisively influenced by the configuration of the at least one connecting element and the at least one opening from the connecting element into the second chamber, and thus depending on the application Stimulator is adjustable.
  • the at least one opening of the connecting element can be located opposite the body part to be stimulated, preferably directly.
  • the connecting element can have a single through opening with nozzle action on the glans of the clitoris between the first and the second chamber.
  • the at least one connecting element can consist of several for example four, through openings exist between the chambers if a larger area of skin is to be stimulated.
  • the first chamber is preferably connected exclusively to the second chamber via or through the connecting element. So there are no other connections of the first chamber than those to the second chamber; for example, there is no direct connection between the first chamber and the environment of the device via a pressure valve or via an air discharge duct.
  • the temperature of the air in the flow system of the present invention will quickly adjust to skin temperature while avoiding the disruptive introduction of new (e.g., cold) air from outside the system, as is the case in prior art et al. can be the case when using vacuum pumps.
  • new e.g., cold
  • drying effects are avoided, since in a closed system there is little or no removal of stimulation-promoting fluid, for example body fluid.
  • the pressure field generating device has the advantage of increased hygiene and improved cleanability due to the simple construction.
  • the present invention thereby avoids valves or pumps/compressors with potential dead spaces and places that cannot be cleaned.
  • the pressure field generation device is easy to clean. For example, cleaning the stimulation device in a simple manner by filling a cleaning liquid in the first chamber and activate the pressure field.
  • the second chamber can be arranged to be interchangeable, which also makes it easier to clean both chambers.
  • the chambers according to the invention and the connecting element of the pressure field generating device can be manufactured in one piece, for example consisting of a single plastic molded part (eg rubber).
  • the first chamber, the second chamber and the connecting element can be made in one piece.
  • the construction according to the invention leads to the avoidance of complex fluidic elements, such as valves, which leads to a simplification of production.
  • the stimulation device also has a drive unit that changes the volume of the first chamber in such a way that a pressure field is generated in the second chamber via the connecting element, which serves to stimulate the erogenous zone, and a control device that controls the drive unit.
  • the volume of the medium transported between the chambers is limited to the maximum volume of the first chamber due to the principle involved.
  • the transported volume can be further restricted in terms of design by the maximum possible change in volume, which is brought about by the drive unit.
  • the maximum positive or negative pressure that the stimulation device can build up in the second chamber is limited due to the dimensioning of the components of the pressure field generating device and the drive.
  • the maximum positive or negative pressure can be limited to a level that poses a risk of injury to the stimulating skin areas is minimized or excluded.
  • a safety valve customary in the prior art or manual intervention by the user in the stimulation process for example opening a release valve, is thus unnecessary.
  • the change in the pressure field over time or the modulation of the pressure field is controlled largely automatically by the control device.
  • the modulation of the pressure field for example intensity, time profile or sequence, can be pre-stored in the control device.
  • the change in the pressure field over time can preferably have regular or recurring (stimulation) patterns, for example pulses with a predetermined cycle or regularly alternating pulse sequences.
  • the user's interaction with the stimulation device can be limited to switching the device on and off and selecting the stimulation pattern, while the stimulation device automatically carries out the preferred stimulation pattern.
  • the application complexity of the stimulation device is low in comparison to the conventional (medical) vacuum stimulation devices.
  • the user can individually configure the stimulation patterns of the stimulation device during or before operation.
  • this extension can be used as a handle to hold the stimulation device easily and comfortably, and on the other hand, the extension can also be used as a direct or immediate stimulation means for insertion into the human body or for placement on the human body.
  • the extension is introduced into the human body, this is used for direct stimulation of the affected body part. So this complements the indirect Stimulating effect of the pressure field generating device.
  • Direct and indirect stimulation of several erogenous zones can therefore take place simultaneously or alternately.
  • the extension can be inserted into the female vagina, while simultaneously or alternately the clitoris can be stimulated by means of the pressure field according to the invention.
  • the principle according to the invention of combined direct and indirect stimulation can also be applied to other parts of the body or their erogenous zones.
  • the extension can be placed on a woman's clitoris while the pressure field generating device stimulates the clitoris of another woman or the same woman.
  • the stimulation device with extension can be used by just one person or by two different people to stimulate several erogenous zones.
  • a stimulation device is provided with a number of cumulative orgasm- or stimulation-triggering effects, which is suitable for stimulating a number of erogenous zones, in particular the female clitoris. Furthermore, a device is provided which prevents the erogenous zones to be stimulated from drying out, is hygienic and avoids habituation effects.
  • the extension can be moved with the pressure field generation device, for example connected by means of a joint at one end of the extension.
  • the stimulation device adapted to the respective anatomy of the human body and to its use.
  • the extension can be inserted into the female vagina in order to then adjust the angle between the pressure field generating device and the extension in such a way that the opening of the second chamber can be placed precisely over the clitoris.
  • the body region between the clitoris and vagina is stimulated from both sides, with the effects of direct and indirect stimulation mutually reinforcing.
  • the angle between the handle and the opening of the second chamber can be adjusted according to the preferences of the user of the device.
  • the extension is a stimulation means which is shaped in such a way that the extension can be inserted into the human body, for example into the vagina, for direct stimulation.
  • the extension is preferably designed in the form of a dildo. In particular, sharp edges are avoided.
  • the extension is preferably designed in such a way that it can be easily inserted into body openings and/or remains inserted there.
  • the extension (140) is an elongate, lens-shaped or pillow-shaped body which is adapted in such a way that the extension can be easily inserted into the female vagina. This improves the direct stimulation effect.
  • the extension is attached to the pressure field generating device in such a way that the stimulation device is of uniform design.
  • uniform means in particular that the stimulation device is designed with extension and pressure field generating device as an integrated, coherent device.
  • the transitions between the extension and the pressure field generating device are preferably seamless. This improves the hygiene and the operability of the stimulation device.
  • the extension has a vibration device.
  • This vibration device can be actuated in such a way that the extension vibrates, as is known in the case of electromechanically operated dildos.
  • the vibration can either be activated independently of the other parts of the stimulation device, or the vibration can be controlled by the control device, which then also controls the drive unit of the pressure field generating device.
  • the vibration may be controllable in magnitude, duration and sequence in a conventionally known manner. The vibration increases the direct stimulation effect.
  • a system with the stimulation device according to the invention which has a remote control device arranged separately from the stimulation device, the control device of the stimulation device being remotely controlled by the remote control device.
  • a conventional wireless (for example via radio) or wired remote control can be used in order to allow the modulation of the stimulation device or its activation to be remotely controlled by another user.
  • the use of the stimulation device according to the invention as a sex toy for stimulating the female clitoris is proposed according to claim 19 .
  • the female clitoris is a particularly sensitive erogenous zone in women, which is why the use according to the invention of an indirect massage in combination with negative pressure stimulation for this part of the body for stimulation to orgasm appears to be particularly advantageous.
  • the methods of stimulating erogenous zones are for sexual pleasure, thus the methods are not for medical, e.g. therapeutic, purposes.
  • FIG 1 a front view of the first embodiment of the stimulation device 1 according to the invention is shown with an extension 140 in a straight position, further in FIG 2 a side view of the stimulation device 1 with the extension 140 in an angled position and in 3 a cross section of the stimulation device 1 according to the invention of the first embodiment is shown.
  • the first embodiment of the stimulation device 1 is a preferably portable electrical or small device which has a housing 8 , a pressure field generating device 2 , an optional on/off switch 74 and an optional lighting 9 .
  • the housing 8 is preferably designed ergonomically in such a way that it can be held comfortably with one hand and it has no sharp or pointed edges.
  • the housing 8 can be made of a plastic, for example polycarbonate (PC) or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).
  • PC polycarbonate
  • ABS acrylonitrile butadiene styrene
  • the grip areas or the entire housing can be supplemented with or consist of a haptically advantageous silicone.
  • the housing 8 is preferably designed to be at least water-repellent or splash-proof, for example protection class IP 24.
  • the dashed line of 2 further indicates an optional side edge of the housing 8.
  • the optional on/off switch 74 is used to activate and deactivate the stimulation device 1.
  • This on/off switch 74 can, for example a pushbutton which switches the stimulation device 1 on and off when pressed for a longer period of time, or a latching slide switch.
  • the stimulation device 1 can be switched on and off by remote control.
  • the pressure field generating device 2 of a first embodiment has a first chamber 3 inside the stimulation device 1, a second chamber 4 for placement on a body part 11 to be stimulated, and a connecting element 5 which connects the first chamber 3 to the second chamber 4.
  • a drive unit 6 for example an electric motor, drives the first chamber 3 via an axle 61 and by means of an eccentric 62 (or alternatively by means of a connecting rod) in such a way that the volume of the first chamber 3 is changed in accordance with the rotation of the axle 61 of the drive unit 6.
  • all drive types which cause a deflection of the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 to change the volume can be used in the stimulation device 1 .
  • this can be done hydraulically, pneumatically, piezoelectrically, mechanically or electromagnetically. Examples of this will be explained in more detail later.
  • a control device 7 controls the drive unit 6, optional operating elements 71 and at least one optional display 72.
  • the control device 7 and the drive unit 6 are supplied with power, for example, by the internal battery 76 and/or the external power supply 73 .
  • the stimulation device 1 also has at least one extension 140 .
  • This extension 140 which is preferably a component of the housing 8, can optionally be moved or angled relative to the housing part in which the pressure field generating device 2 is accommodated.
  • the extension can be angled or twisted by means of a joint 141 .
  • the joint 141 can be designed, for example, as a plastically deformable plastic part, as an adjusting joint or as a hinge. 2 shows an example of an angled position of the extension 140 relative to the section of the housing 8 of the stimulation device 1 in which the pressure field generating device 2 is accommodated.
  • the extension can also be rigid or immovable.
  • the extension 140 is preferably a stimulation means for insertion into the human body, for example into the vagina or other body openings.
  • the extension 140 is shaped like a conventional dildo, for example.
  • the extension can be designed in such a way that it is adapted to the human anatomy of another body opening, for example the mouth.
  • the extension 140 can be designed in such a way that it can also be used as a handle in order to hold the stimulation device 1 comfortably.
  • the extension 140 can optionally have a vibration device 142 that can be switched on and/or controlled.
  • the vibration device 142 sets the extension into mechanical vibrations, which support the direct stimulation effect of the extension 140 .
  • the extension 140 is attached to the section of the housing 8 which accommodates the pressure field generating device 2 in such a way that the (entire) housing 8 of the stimulation device 1 has a uniform design.
  • the housing 8 thus gives the impression that it is in one piece or in one piece, for example by means of flexible and/or seamless connecting elements of the housing 8.
  • the housing 8 including the extension 140 can have a silicone coating.
  • the stimulation device 1 can be held comfortably or simply insert into body orifices. If the extension is 140, like this in 2 is shown, angled, for example after insertion, the opening 42 can be guided out of the body part 11 to be stimulated in this way. In this angled position of the stimulation device 1, both direct and indirect stimulation of at least one erogenous zone of the body can take place at the same time.
  • the body part 11 to be stimulated is located between the extension 140 and the pressure field generating device 2.
  • optional lighting 9 can be provided on or in the housing 8 .
  • the lighting 9 preferably serves to illuminate the interior of the second chamber 4.
  • the lighting 9 can either be switched on by the user or activated automatically when the stimulation device 1 is activated.
  • the lighting 9 can be formed from energy-saving light-emitting diodes.
  • the lighting can serve, for example, as an orientation aid for the user of the stimulation device 1 in the dark or as additional optical stimulation.
  • the first state of the pressure field generating device 2 is characterized by a neutral deflection of the first chamber 3, i.e. no external force, for example from the drive unit, acts on the first chamber 3.
  • the volume V1 of the first chamber is the standard volume of this chamber 3.
  • the body part 11 to be stimulated is a skin area of the body, a particularly sensitive erogenous zone, the clitoris 12, being shown here as an example.
  • the application of the present invention is not limited to the female clitoris 11, but the stimulation device 1 can be applied to all parts of the body or erogenous zones (e.g. the inner thighs, loins, neck, nipples, etc.) which can be stimulated by means of media or air pressure massage and/or negative pressure.
  • the second chamber 4 By being placed on the body part 11 to be stimulated, the second chamber 4 forms a chamber that is largely or completely closed off from the outside of the pressure field generating device 2, which is only connected to the second chamber via the connecting element 5, with the edges of the chamber 4 ideally being sealed with the surface of the body part 11 complete. In this way, two communicating chambers 3 and 4 are created, with a corresponding pressure equalization between the chambers 3 and 4 taking place via the connecting element 5 when the volume of one of the chambers 3 or 4 changes.
  • a wall 31 of the first chamber 3 is fixed by means of a bracket 32 .
  • the bracket 32 is in turn attached to the housing 8 .
  • the wall 41 of the second chamber is also attached to the holder 32 .
  • Two mutually aligned openings in the wall 41 of the second chamber and the holder 32 together form the connecting element 5 which connects the first chamber 3 and the second chamber 5 .
  • the wall 31, the holder 32 and the wall 41 are preferably bonded to one another in a media-tight or air-tight manner. Alternatively, these can also be press-fitted or screwed together (for example with the aid of sealing areas between the housing 8 and the respective part).
  • the holder 32 can also be glued or screwed to the housing 8, for example.
  • the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 is preferably made of a flexible material impermeable to media or air, for example rubber.
  • the holder 32 is preferably made of a rigid plastic which is also impermeable to media or air.
  • the wall 41 of the second chamber is preferably made of a flexible, skin-friendly material, such as silicone or rubber.
  • figure 5 shows the pressure field generating device 2 of FIG 4 in a second state, in which case the second chamber 4 is in turn placed on the body part 11 to be stimulated.
  • the second state is characterized in that a force A acting on the first chamber 3 causes the chamber 3 to expand.
  • the force A pulls the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 in a direction away from the second chamber 4 .
  • the total pressure present in the second state will now be lower than the external reference pressure.
  • This negative pressure is designed in such a way that it is preferably lower than the usual systolic blood pressure in the blood vessels of the body part 11. This increases the blood flow in this area and the clitoris 12 is better supplied with blood in the second state.
  • the third state is characterized in that a force B acting on the first chamber 3 causes a reduction in volume or compression of the chamber 3 .
  • the force B is opposite in direction to the direction of the force A and deforms the wall 31 of the first chamber such that the resulting volume V3 of the chamber is smaller than the volume V1.
  • the compression of the chamber 3 causes an overpressure in the chamber 3, which is compensated for by a media or air flow through the connecting element 5 in the direction of the second chamber 4.
  • this flow of media is preferably directed towards the part of the body 11 to be stimulated, in particular towards the glans of the clitoris 12.
  • the indirect (pressure) massage according to the invention is carried out by the medium flowing onto the body part 11 .
  • the size of the opening 51 is dimensioned such that it is small enough in relation to the volume displaced in the first chamber 3 to sufficiently accelerate the medium for a noticeable massage effect.
  • the nature of the flow can be advantageously influenced not only by the size and orientation of the opening 51, but also by the internal configuration of the connecting element.
  • helical grooves in the connecting element 5 can cause the flow according to the invention to swirl, with the flow profile of the flow developing a “softer” or more turbulent effect on the body part to be stimulated.
  • the pressure field resulting in the second chamber 4 can be adjusted with the aid of a plurality of openings 51 according to the application.
  • the arrangement shown is advantageous in that it is hygienically unproblematic (e.g. due to the avoidance of dead space) and is easy to manufacture. For example, no valves or other openings in or on the first chamber 3 are required.
  • FIG. 7 shows a second aspect of the present invention with an alternative structure of the pressure generating device 2.
  • the walls 31 and 41 of the first and second chambers 3 and 4 can engage in one another in such a way that, just like in the first aspect of the structure of the pressure generating device 2, they are two communicating chambers form with a connecting element 5.
  • a separate holder is not required, while the second chamber 4 can be replaced.
  • the connecting element 5 can be designed integrally or in one piece with the wall 41 of the second chamber 4 .
  • An exchangeable chamber 4 has the advantage that in this way different shapes of the chamber 4 adapted to the respective body part can be used (a more detailed explanation of this can be found later), without having to exchange the entire stimulation device 1 for this purpose.
  • the second chamber 4 can also be plugged into the housing 8 (not shown).
  • the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 can be glued or screwed to the housing 8, for example.
  • the expansion and the compression of the first chamber 3 take place by means of a force which is perpendicular to the axial direction of the connecting element 5 .
  • the force exerted by the drive unit 5 directly or indirectly on the first chamber 3 can come from any direction.
  • the only decisive factor here is that the volume of the first chamber 3 can be increased and decreased by the drive unit 6 .
  • the material of the chambers 3 and 4 can be an elastic material, for example silicone or rubber. come into use.
  • the advantage here is that possibly hygienically questionable gaps are avoided and the production costs are lower.
  • the pressure field generating device 2 can be glued or screwed to the housing 8 .
  • a change in the volume of the first chamber 3 takes place here in a manner analogous to that in connection with FIG 7 described.
  • FIG. 9 shows a fourth aspect of the invention with an alternative structure of the pressure field generating device 2.
  • the second chamber 4, several connecting elements 5, and sections of the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 are designed in one piece.
  • the pressure field generating device 2 while maintaining the geometric model 9 in a similar way as in 4 or 7 shown also be constructed in two or more pieces from individual parts.
  • the change in volume of the first chamber 3 takes place here in a manner similar to that of the piston pump, but any valves that may be present are missing here.
  • a piston 63 is reciprocated in the directions of the double arrow D by the driving unit, for example an electric motor or an electromagnet.
  • the driving unit for example an electric motor or an electromagnet.
  • the configuration of the connecting element 5 with a plurality of channels 52 and openings 51 results in the pressure field being distributed over a plurality of concentration points. While the configuration of the connecting element 5 with only one channel, as in connection with 6 described, leads to the formation of a highly concentrated flow of media or air towards a target area, in 9 shown configuration of the connecting element 5 of the media or air flow can be distributed to several target areas. For example, the clitoris 11 can not only be blown on his glans, but evenly from several sides. This distribution of airflow concentration across multiple areas can help prevent overstimulation and/or help increase the stimulation area, depending on the application.
  • the Figures 10a to 10c show a fifth aspect of the invention with (partial) cross sections of a structure of the pressure field generation device 2 with a bending element 64 as a drive for changing the volume of the first chamber 3.
  • the bending element 64 can be, for example, a conventional piezoelectric bending element, which deforms or bends when a voltage is applied. bends.
  • the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 is of rigid construction while the flexure 64 is suitably fitted to the sides of the first chamber 3 .
  • the transition points between the bending element 64 and the wall 31 are sealed (e.g. elastically bonded).
  • the drive for the pressure field generating device 2 is already integrated into the device and an external drive is not required. For example, there is no electric motor with an eccentric. In this way, possibly disturbing natural oscillations due to the eccentric movement of the stimulation device can be reduced.
  • Figure 10a shows in detail Figure 10a the pressure field generating device 2 with the bending element 64 in the neutral position.
  • the volume of the first chamber 3 with the flexure 64 in the neutral position is the standard volume.
  • Figure 10b Fig. 12 further shows the first chamber 3 with an excited and consequently outwardly deflected flexure, whereby the volume of the first chamber 3 is increased; and as a result there is a negative pressure in the pressure field generating device 2 .
  • Figure 10c shows a compared to Figure 10b oppositely excited bending element of the first chamber 3, which is why the volume of the first chamber 3 is reduced; and as a result there is an overpressure in the pressure field generating device 2 .
  • FIG. 11 shows a second embodiment of the invention with a locally separate arrangement of the chambers 3 and 4 of the pressure field generating device 2.
  • the chambers 3 and 4 are connected via an extended connecting element 5, which can be a longer, flexible hose or a rigid pipe.
  • the length of the connecting element 5 can be 0.5 m. This makes it possible to hold the housing 8 in one hand while the other hand holds the second chamber 4 on the body part 11 to be stimulated; or you can simply put the housing 8 aside while the user only holds the second chamber 4 in his hands.
  • the extension 140 can be inserted into a body part, in which case it is no longer necessary for the stimulation device 1 to be held in the hand.
  • FIG. 12 show various bottom and side views of further aspects of the second chamber 4 of the present invention. shows in detail Fig. 12 a) a bottom view of a circular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51; Fig. 12 b) a bottom view of a triangular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51; Fig. 12 c) a bottom view of an oval second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51; and Fig. 12d) a bottom view of an approximately eight-shaped second chamber 4 with two openings 51 offset to the center.
  • Fig. 12 a a bottom view of a circular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51
  • Fig. 12 b a bottom view of a triangular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51
  • Fig. 12d a bottom view of an approximately eight-shaped second chamber 4 with two openings 51 offset to the center.
  • FIG. 12e also shows a side cross-section of a second chamber 4 according to the invention, the second chamber 4 additionally having an extended contact surface 43 to the skin or a support part 43 in order to improve the (sealing) sealing function of the second chamber 4 on the skin.
  • the extended contact surface 43 can also have grooves or projections that further improve the sealing function.
  • Fig. 12 f) shows a side cross-section of a second chamber 4 with several separate connecting elements 5 and an extended contact area due to the support part 43.
  • the shape of the second chamber 4 can be adapted to the anatomy of the erogenous zone to be stimulated.
  • the shape of the chamber 4 is Fig. 12 a) For example, adapted to the round shape of the breast, while the shape of the chamber 4 of Fig. 12 c) better adapted to the shape of the female vulva.
  • the shape of the second chamber 4 also determines the form of the pressure field according to the invention.
  • the size of the second chamber 4 in relation to the volume displaced by the first chamber 3 thus determines the amount of negative or positive pressure that can be achieved.
  • the intensity of the massage effect according to the invention on the skin area to be stimulated can be determined via the proximity of the opening 51 of the connecting element 5 to the skin area. With several openings 51, cf.
  • the massage effect can also be distributed over several areas.
  • the clitoris can be stimulated less directly on the very sensitive glans of the clitoris (cf. Fig. 12e) ), but reinforced in the areas surrounding the glans of the clitoris to avoid clitoral overstimulation.
  • FIG. 13 shows a block diagram of an example of a functional structure of an embodiment of the present invention with a control device 7, a drive unit 6, a light 9, an on/off switch 74, operating elements 71, a battery 76 and an external power supply 73.
  • the control device 7 which has a microcontroller, for example, or is hard-wired, initially controls the power supply for all consumers of the stimulation device 1, and optionally a charging and discharging process for the battery 76 and/or battery management.
  • the control device 7 controls the excitation of the drive unit 6, for example the size of the deflection, the frequency, the modulation, etc.
  • Optionally provided operating elements 71 are used to set the operating mode of the device, i.e. to set the modulation pattern of the print field.
  • the operating elements 71 can be designed, for example, as at least one push button, as at least one rotary switch, or as at least one touch-sensitive switch.
  • the operating elements 71 can provide visual feedback for actuation, for example by means of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) integrated into the switch.
  • LEDs light-emitting diodes
  • An optional display 72 is used to inform the user about the device status and/or the setting status.
  • the display 72 can be configured, for example, from a plurality of light-emitting diodes or as an LCD display.
  • the information displayed can be, for example, the charge level of an optional battery or the current setting of the modulation pattern.
  • control device 7 can have a memory in which at least one modulation or stimulation pattern (these are described in connection with Fig. 14 a) to c) explained in more detail) is stored.
  • the drive unit 6 can now be actuated in terms of its excitation via the operating elements 71 in accordance with these pre-stored stimulation patterns.
  • the stimulation patterns of the pressure field can optionally also be individually created and saved by the user using the operating elements.
  • a socket (not shown in detail) can be used for the external power supply of the stimulation device 1 via an external plug which is connected to an external mains adapter, for example.
  • a magneto-inductive transmitter can also be provided instead of the socket, which enables power to be transmitted into the stimulation device 1 without an electrically conductive contact.
  • the socket can be used for the external power supply of the stimulation device 1 via an external plug which is connected to an external mains adapter, for example.
  • a magneto-inductive transmitter can also be provided instead of the socket, which enables power to be transmitted into the stimulation device 1 without an electrically conductive contact.
  • Stimulation device 1 also has a battery, for example a nickel-metal hydride battery (NiMH), for wireless operation.
  • a battery for example a nickel-metal hydride battery (NiMH), for wireless operation.
  • NiMH nickel-metal hydride battery
  • a (longer) power supply cable can also be routed out of the stimulation device.
  • Fig. 14 a shows the time course of a total pressure p in the pressure field generating device (2) when using this for stimulation.
  • the dashed line indicates the reference pressure, for example the currently prevailing atmospheric pressure, which is present outside the pressure field generating device (2).
  • Fig. 14 a The pressure or stimulation pattern shown as an example develops a pulsed, regular pressure field.
  • the erogenous zone to be stimulated is blown on or massaged, while the blood circulation in the body part 11, for example the clitoris, is promoted in the times when there is negative pressure.
  • there are time periods (In Fig. 14 a) marked I)) in which there is negative pressure while the clitoris is massaged indirectly at the same time.
  • Fig. 14 b shows three examples of alternative stimulation patterns.
  • a pulsed stimulation pattern with a high amplitude is shown in the area marked II).
  • a pulsed stimulation pattern with a low amplitude is shown in the area marked III).
  • Next is in a stimulation pattern that is irregular or asymmetrical in terms of time sequence and amplitude is shown in the area marked IV).
  • the patterns can be varied depending on the physical effect / application and according to individual wishes.
  • Figure 12 shows another example of an alternative stimulation pattern. This allows the level of pressure to increase over time to adapt to the user's state of arousal.
  • the invention permits further design principles.
  • different arrangements or constructions of the first chamber 3 can be combined with different versions of the second chamber 5 or the connecting element 5 as desired.
  • the first chamber 3 with the drive figures 10 with the second chamber of Fig. 12 f) be combined.
  • first chamber 3 Although only one first chamber 3 is shown in all embodiments, two or more first chambers 3 can also be present, which are then driven simultaneously or with a time delay such that they change their volume in order to build up a pressure field according to the invention.
  • a stimulation device 1 can have several pressure field generating devices 2 .
  • two pressure field generating devices can be present in order to stimulate two erogenous zones simultaneously.
  • the stimulation pattern according to the invention can be of the in the Figures 14 a), b) and c) deviate from the patterns shown as long as they show a chronological sequence of negative and positive pressures.
  • a relatively long-lasting negative pressure can be built up (e.g. 3 minutes) in order to effectively increase the blood circulation in the zone to be stimulated, which is then followed by pulses of negative and positive pressures that slowly increase in amplitude .

Landscapes

  • Health & Medical Sciences (AREA)
  • Epidemiology (AREA)
  • Pain & Pain Management (AREA)
  • Physical Education & Sports Medicine (AREA)
  • Rehabilitation Therapy (AREA)
  • Life Sciences & Earth Sciences (AREA)
  • Animal Behavior & Ethology (AREA)
  • General Health & Medical Sciences (AREA)
  • Public Health (AREA)
  • Veterinary Medicine (AREA)
  • Reproductive Health (AREA)
  • Percussion Or Vibration Massage (AREA)
  • Finger-Pressure Massage (AREA)

Description

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine Stimulationsvorrichtung mit Fortsatz für erogene Zonen, insbesondere für die Klitoris, ein System mit einer Stimulationsvorrichtung, sowie Verfahren zur Stimulation von Körperteilen.The present invention relates to a stimulation device with an extension for erogenous zones, in particular for the clitoris, a system with a stimulation device, and methods for stimulating body parts.

Die erogenen Zonen des menschlichen Körpers können mit einer Vielzahl von Hilfsmitteln stimuliert werden. So werden beispielsweise Vibratoren verwendet, um mittels direkter Berührung einen Reiz auf einen bestimmten Hautbereich auszuüben. Hierzu gehören auch Stimulationsmittel zum Einführen in den menschlichen Körper, wie beispielsweise Dildos.The erogenous zones of the human body can be stimulated with a variety of tools. For example, vibrators are used to apply a stimulus to a specific area of skin by direct contact. This also includes stimulation devices for insertion into the human body, such as dildos.

Die direkte Stimulation der Klitoris, beispielsweise mit einem Auflegevibrator, ist häufig problembehaftet. So ist bei der Frau die Klitoris üblicherweise die empfindlichste erogene Zone. Die gesamte Klitoris ist stark mit Nervenendungen ausgestattet, womit diese besonders berührungsempfindlich und empfänglich für sexuelle Reize ist. Hier ist insbesondere die Klitoriseichel, in der sich die Nervenstränge der beiden Schenkel treffen, hervorzuheben. So kommt es einerseits bei häufiger Anwendung eines Auflegevibrators zur direkten Stimulation zu Gewöhnungseffekten bzw. zur Konditionierung der stimulierten erogenen Zone, während andererseits die erstmaligen Anwendungen eines derartigen Gerätes eine gewisse Einübung bzw. Eingewöhnung erfordern. Auch kann eine indirekte Stimulation der weiblichen erogenen Zonen nicht ausreichend sein, bzw. kann es gewünscht sein, den Stimulationseffekt zu verstärken.Direct stimulation of the clitoris, for example with a lay-on vibrator, is often problematic. The clitoris is usually the most sensitive erogenous zone in women. The entire clitoris is heavily equipped with nerve endings, making it particularly sensitive to touch and receptive to sexual stimuli. The glans of the clitoris, where the nerve cords of the two thighs meet, is particularly noteworthy here. On the one hand, frequent use of a lay-on vibrator for direct stimulation leads to habituation effects or conditioning of the stimulated erogenous zone, while on the other hand the first-time use of such a device requires a certain amount of practice or familiarization. Also, indirect stimulation of the female erogenous zones may not be sufficient, or it may be desirable to increase the stimulation effect.

Weiter haben im Jahre 2006 durchgeführte medizinische Studien die weibliche Klitoris als maßgeblichen Ausgangspunkt des weiblichen Klimax bestimmt und erstmals die unterschiedlichen Empfindungsqualitäten von klitoralem und vaginalem Orgasmus neurologisch nachgewiesen. So sind sowohl die Klitoris als auch die Vagina zum Orgasmus fähig.Furthermore, medical studies carried out in 2006 identified the female clitoris as the decisive starting point of the female climax and for the first time the different sensory qualities of clitoral and vaginal orgasms were neurologically proven. Thus, both the clitoris and the vagina are capable of orgasm.

Dabei ist weiter die Empfindlichkeit der menschlichen erogenen Zonen, beispielsweise der Klitoris, der inneren und äußeren Labia oder der Brustwarzen, individuell sehr unterschiedlich. Auch kann sich die Empfindlichkeit der entsprechenden Zone von Situation zu Situation oder sogar während eines Sexualakts stark verändern. Gewünscht ist weiter häufig eine schnelle und starke Stimulation verschiedener erogener Zonen.The sensitivity of the human erogenous zones, for example the clitoris, the inner and outer labia or the nipples, also varies greatly from person to person. Also, the sensitivity of the corresponding zone can change greatly from situation to situation or even during a sexual act. What is also often desired is rapid and strong stimulation of various erogenous zones.

Es sind verschiedene direkte und indirekte Stimulationsformen gängige Praxis, wie beispielsweise Vakuumpumpen oder Dildos.Various forms of direct and indirect stimulation are common practice, such as vacuum pumps or dildos.

Zur indirekten Stimulation von erogenen Zonen und insbesondere der Klitoris werden herkömmliche Vakuumvorrichtungen verwendet, um die erogenen Zonen der betreffenden Person ohne direkte Berührung des zu stimulierenden Hauptbereichs zu reizen. So sind beispielsweise Vakuumpumpen für die weiblichen primären oder sekundären Geschlechtsorgane bekannt, welche üblicherweise eine Saugglocke zum Aufsetzen und eine Handpumpe aufweisen. Der mit dieser Art von Vorrichtung beispielsweise auf die Klitoris ausgeübte Unterdruck erzeugt einen negativen Druck in der Klitoris selbst, welcher üblicherweise niedriger ist als der systolische Blutdruck. Dieser Druckunterschied führt zu einer Erweiterung der Klitoris und/oder stimuliert den Blutfluss in dem betroffenen Bereich. Diese klitorale vaskulare Blutwallung dient sowohl der Lustförderung durch Steigerung der Empfindlichkeit als auch der optischen und haptischen Manipulation. Auch führt die bessere Durchblutung zu einem erhöhten Austreten von Scheidenfeuchtigkeit, die die Stimulation angenehmer gestaltet. Jedoch ist die manuelle Betätigung der Handpumpe oft lästig oder störend. Zudem kann es auch bei dieser Gerätekategorie durch die langfristigere bzw. ununterbrochene Anwendung von Unterdruck zu Gewöhnungseffekten kommen, die die Wirksamkeit der Vorrichtung auf Dauer einschränken.For indirect stimulation of erogenous zones, and particularly the clitoris, conventional vacuum devices are used to stimulate the subject's erogenous zones without direct contact with the main area to be stimulated. For example, vacuum pumps for the female primary or secondary sex organs are known, which usually have a suction cup to put on and a hand pump. The negative pressure applied to the clitoris, for example, with this type of device creates a negative pressure in the clitoris itself, which is usually lower than the systolic blood pressure. This pressure difference causes the clitoris to expand and/or stimulates blood flow to the affected area. This clitoral vascular flush of blood serves to stimulate pleasure by increasing sensitivity as well as optical and haptic manipulation. The better blood circulation also leads to an increased leakage of vaginal moisture, which makes the stimulation more pleasant. However, the manual operation of the hand pump is often annoying or annoying. In addition, it can also occur in this device category due to the long-term or uninterrupted Application of negative pressure to habituation effects that limit the effectiveness of the device in the long run.

Anstelle der manuell betriebenen Vakuumpumpe werden vermehrt auch elektrisch angetriebene Vakuumpumpen verwendet. Als Beispiel hierfür offenbart die WO 2006 / 05 82 91 A2 eine Vorrichtung zur sexuellen Therapie, wobei die Anordnung aus einer röhrenförmigen Saugkammer für die Klitoris, einer elektrischen Vakuumquelle (Vakuumpumpe) und mehreren Luftflussöffnungen besteht. Durch den Betrieb der Vakuumpumpe wird in der Kammer ein andauernder Luftfluss bzw. Luftaustausch im Bereich der Klitoris erzeugt. Dabei wird nachteilhaft die durch den Unterdruck verstärkt auftretende Scheidenfeuchtigkeit abgesaugt, weshalb ein Trocknungseffekt der stimulierten Hautpartien eintritt. Ebenso führt die abgesaugte feuchte Luft zu einer Verschmutzung der strömungstechnisch nachfolgenden Vakuumanordnung, beispielsweise der Vakuumpumpe. So können derartige Anordnungen mit Vakuumpumpen in ihrer Hygiene problematisch sein, da Vakuumpumpe und die zugehörigen Ventile bzw. lufttechnischen Bauteile oftmals Toträume bzw. tote Winkel aufweisen und/oder schwer zu reinigen sind. Weiter dient die Vorrichtung der Therapie der Blutgefäße der Klitoris, und nicht der Stimulation bis zum sexuellen Höhepunkt.Instead of the manually operated vacuum pump, electrically driven vacuum pumps are also increasingly being used. As an example of this, the WO 2006/05 82 91 A2 describe a sexual therapy device, the assembly consisting of a tubular clitoral suction chamber, an electrical vacuum source (vacuum pump) and a plurality of air flow ports. The operation of the vacuum pump creates a continuous flow of air or air exchange in the area of the clitoris in the chamber. The disadvantage is that the vaginal moisture, which occurs to a greater extent as a result of the negative pressure, is sucked out, which is why a drying effect occurs on the stimulated parts of the skin. Likewise, the sucked-off humid air leads to contamination of the downstream vacuum arrangement in terms of flow, for example the vacuum pump. Such arrangements with vacuum pumps can be problematic in terms of hygiene, since the vacuum pump and the associated valves or ventilation components often have dead spaces or dead angles and/or are difficult to clean. The device is also used for therapy of the blood vessels in the clitoris and not for stimulation up to sexual climax.

Die US 6 464 653 B1 offenbart therapeutische Vorrichtungen und Verfahren, welche eine klitorale Blutwallung mit Hilfe eines mit einer Vakuumpumpe erzeugten Vakuums erzeugen, um die Behandlung von Störungen der Klitoris, beispielsweise von Inkontinenz, zu unterstützen. Mit Hilfe eines Steuerventils bzw. Modulators, das mit dem Finger entsprechend abgedeckt werden kann, wird die Höhe des Vakuums in der Saugkammer manuell eingestellt oder variiert. Dies erfordert die Aufmerksamkeit des Benutzers und kann unter Umständen störend oder ablenkend sein. Auch weist diese relativ komplexe Vorrichtung mit weiteren Ventilen die vorstehend erläuterten Nachteile der Hygiene und der Austrocknung auf, wobei die Vorrichtung zudem langfristigen Therapiezwecken und nicht der kurzfristigen sexuellen Stimulation dient.The U.S. 6,464,653 B1 discloses therapeutic devices and methods that produce a clitoral flush of blood using vacuum created by a vacuum pump to aid in the treatment of clitoral disorders such as incontinence. With the help of a control valve or modulator, which can be covered with a finger, the level of vacuum in the suction chamber is set or varied manually. This requires the user's attention and may be annoying or distracting. Also, this relatively complex device with additional valves has the disadvantages explained above Hygiene and dehydration, the device also serves long-term therapeutic purposes and not short-term sexual stimulation.

So haben die Vorrichtungen des Stands der Technik den Nachteil gemein, dass die Komplexität der Unterdruck bzw. Überdruck erzeugenden Anordnungen hoch und diese Vorrichtung hygienische Probleme aufweisen können. Zudem besteht das Problem der Handhabbarkeit der Vorrichtungen; wobei diese oftmals haptisch unkomfortabel und/oder gewöhnungsbedürftig sind.Thus, the devices of the prior art have the disadvantage in common that the complexity of the arrangements generating negative pressure or positive pressure is high and this device can have hygienic problems. In addition, there is the problem of handling the devices; whereby these are often uncomfortable to the touch and/or take some getting used to.

Weiter haben die Vorrichtungen des Stands der Technik den weiteren Nachteil gemein, dass bei länger andauernden bzw. bei kontinuierlichen oder häufig wiederkehrenden Anwendungen von Unterdrücken Gewöhnungseffekte auftreten.Furthermore, the devices of the prior art have the further disadvantage in common that habituation effects occur in the case of prolonged or continuous or frequently recurring applications of suppression.

Ein weiterer Nachteil bei einigen der vorstehend beschriebenen Vakuumvorrichtungen besteht darin, dass erstens der Unterdruck mittels eines Regelventils oder einer Vakuumpumpe begrenzt sein muss, und zweitens der Unterdruck mittels einer manuellen Öffnung eines Freigabeventils abgebaut werden sollte, bevor die Saugglocke von der Haut abgelöst wird. Sollte eines der Ventile einen technischen Defekt aufweisen und/oder der Benutzer das Gerät falsch bedienen, so besteht unter Umständen Verletzungsgefahr.Another disadvantage with some of the vacuum devices described above is that, first, the vacuum must be limited by means of a control valve or vacuum pump, and second, the vacuum should be relieved by manually opening a release valve before the suction cup is detached from the skin. If one of the valves has a technical defect and/or the user operates the device incorrectly, there may be a risk of injury.

So ist es in Anbetracht der vorstehend erläuterten Probleme die der Erfindung zugrunde liegende Aufgabe, eine Stimulationsvorrichtung anzugeben, welche einen einfachen Aufbau aufweist und in der Verwendung einfach und sicher ist, sowie eine starke Stimulationswirkung aufweist.Thus, in view of the above-described problems, the object underlying the invention is to provide a stimulation device which has a simple structure and is easy and safe to use, and has a strong stimulation effect.

Die der Erfindung zugrunde liegende Aufgabe wird durch die Stimulationsvorrichtung gemäß Anspruch 1 gelöst. Vorteilhafte Weiterentwicklungen und Ausführungsformen sind Gegenstand der weiteren nebengeordneten und abhängigen Ansprüche.The object on which the invention is based is achieved by the stimulation device according to claim 1 . Advantageous further developments and embodiments are the subject matter of the additional subordinate and dependent claims.

Erfindungsgemäß weist eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung der Stimulationsvorrichtung zumindest eine erste Kammer und zumindest eine zweite Kammer mit zumindest einer Öffnung zum Aufsetzen auf ein Körperteil bzw. auf die erogene Zone und zumindest ein Verbindungselement, welches die erste Kammer mit der zweiten Kammer verbindet, auf.According to the invention, a pressure field generating device of the stimulation device has at least one first chamber and at least one second chamber with at least one opening for placement on a body part or on the erogenous zone and at least one connecting element which connects the first chamber to the second chamber.

Durch diese erfindungsgemäße Ausbildung von strömungstechnisch über zumindest ein Verbindungselement kommunizierenden Kammern kann durch Änderung des Volumens der ersten Kammer in einfacher Weise ein Druckfeld in der zweiten Kammer erzeugt werden, dass zeitweise auf den zu stimulierenden Hautbereich gerichtet ist.This inventive design of chambers communicating fluidically via at least one connecting element allows a pressure field to be generated in the second chamber in a simple manner by changing the volume of the first chamber, which is temporarily directed to the skin area to be stimulated.

Ein Druckfeld im Sinne der Erfindung ist ein sich zeitlich veränderliches Feld von Mediendrücken, welches zeitweise Überdrücke und zeitweise Unterdrücke aufweist, wobei ein Unterdruck ein Mediendruck ist, der unter dem Referenzdruck liegt, und ein Überdruck ein Mediendruck ist, der über dem Referenzdruck liegt. Im Ergebnis fließt das Medium im erfindunggemäßen Druckfeld hin- und her. So kann vorzugsweise ein (weitgehend) intermittierenden Austausch desselben Mediums stattfinden.A pressure field within the meaning of the invention is a time-varying field of media pressures, which at times has overpressures and at times underpressures, with an underpressure being a media pressure that is below the reference pressure and an overpressure being a media pressure that is above the reference pressure. As a result, the medium flows back and forth in the pressure field according to the invention. A (largely) intermittent exchange of the same medium can thus preferably take place.

Das Medium ist üblicherweise gasförmig, vorzugsweise Luft, kann jedoch beispielsweise alternativ oder additiv ein flüssiges Medium, beispielsweise Wasser oder handelsübliches Gleitmittel, sein. Beispielsweise kann das Gleitmittel vor Benutzung der Stimulationsvorrichtung in die erfindungsgemäßen Kammern eingefüllt werden. Auf diese Weise kann die Stimulation des entsprechenden Hautbereichs anstelle mit Luft auch mit einer geeigneten hautfreundlichen Flüssigkeit erfolgen, was je nach individueller Präferenz des Anwenders gewünscht sein kann. Als weiteres Beispiel kann die Stimulationsvorrichtung auch unter Wasser mit Wasser als Medium verwendet werden (beispielsweise in der Badewanne). Dabei ist die Stimulationsvorrichtung wasserfest ausgestaltet.The medium is usually gaseous, preferably air, but can, for example, alternatively or additionally, be a liquid medium, for example water or a commercially available lubricant. For example, the lubricant can be filled into the chambers according to the invention before the stimulation device is used. In this way, the corresponding skin area can also be stimulated with a suitable skin-friendly liquid instead of with air, which can be desired depending on the individual preference of the user. As a further example, the stimulation device can also be used underwater Water can be used as a medium (e.g. in the bathtub). The stimulation device is designed to be waterproof.

Der Referenzdruck ist üblicherweise der jeweils bei Beginn der Anwendung (d.h. vor dem Aufsetzen der Stimulationsvorrichtung auf den zu stimulierenden Hautbereich) vorliegende Umgebungsdruck in Bezug auf die Stimulationsvorrichtung. Bei der vorzugsweisen Anwendung der Stimulationsvorrichtung mit Luft ist der Referenzdruck der aktuell vorliegende Luftdruck bzw. der Normaldruck. Beispielsweise kann bei der Anwendung der Vorrichtung bei üblichen Standardbedingungen der Referenzdruck ca. 1 bar sein, wobei folglich ein erfindungsgemäßer Unterdruck beispielsweise 0,7 bar und ein erfindungsgemäßer Überdruck beispielsweise 1,3 bar sein kann.The reference pressure is usually the ambient pressure in relation to the stimulation device that is present at the beginning of the application (i.e. before the stimulation device is placed on the skin area to be stimulated). In the preferred application of the stimulation device with air, the reference pressure is the current air pressure or normal pressure. For example, when using the device under usual standard conditions, the reference pressure can be about 1 bar, and consequently a negative pressure according to the invention can be, for example, 0.7 bar and an overpressure according to the invention can be, for example, 1.3 bar.

Durch das erfindungsgemäße Druckfeld wird der zu stimulierende Hautbereich einerseits in seiner Durchblutung angeregt, während dieser andererseits indirekt massiert wird. So werden zwei vorteilhafte Effekte kombiniert. Aufgrund der erhöhten Durchblutung ist die erogene Zone der betreffenden Person empfindlicher, während zudem ein Massageeffekt erzeugt wird, der der Stimulation der erogenen Zone, beispielsweise der sexuellen Erregung bis zum Klimax, dient. Der Massageeffekt wird durch die kinetische Energie des aus der ersten Kammer durch das Verbindungselement strömenden Mediums gegen die Oberfläche des zu stimulierenden Hautbereichs erzeugt. Auf diese Weise wird der durch das Druckfeld geschaffene Massageeffekt indirekt, also ohne direkte Berührung der zu stimulierenden Hautpartie durch einen festen Körper, beispielsweise durch einen Vibrator, erzeugt.Due to the pressure field according to the invention, the skin area to be stimulated is stimulated in its blood flow on the one hand, while on the other hand it is indirectly massaged. In this way, two advantageous effects are combined. Due to the increased blood flow, the person's erogenous zone is more sensitive, while also creating a massage effect that serves to stimulate the erogenous zone, for example sexual arousal to the climax. The massage effect is generated by the kinetic energy of the medium flowing from the first chamber through the connecting element against the surface of the skin area to be stimulated. In this way, the massage effect created by the pressure field is produced indirectly, ie without direct contact with the skin area to be stimulated, using a solid body, for example a vibrator.

Durch die beispielhafte Anwendung des sich erfindungsgemäß zeitlich verändernden Druckfeldes auf die Klitoris wird durch das Druckfeld eine Reizung nachgeahmt, welche beim Sexualverkehr üblicherweise stattfindet. Dabei wird durch die Kohabitationsbewegung ebenfalls ein wechselnder Reiz an der Klitoris erzeugt. So handelt es sich um eine lebensnahe Imitation des natürlichen Kohabitationsaktes, wobei ärztliche Aussagen bestätigen, dass die Anwendung des erfindungsgemäßen Druckfeldes weder zu Gewöhnungseffekten noch zur Suchterzeugung führt. Dies ist insbesondere in der abwechselnden Anwendung von Unter- und Überdrücken (bzw. auch in der nicht kontinuierlichen Anwendung nur einer Art eines Drucks) begründet.Through the exemplary application of the time-varying pressure field according to the invention to the clitoris, the pressure field imitates an irritation that usually takes place during sexual intercourse. The cohabitation movement also creates a changing stimulus on the clitoris generated. It is a lifelike imitation of the natural act of cohabitation, with medical statements confirming that the use of the pressure field according to the invention does not lead to any habituation effects or to the generation of addiction. This is due in particular to the alternating use of negative and positive pressures (or also to the non-continuous use of only one type of pressure).

Weiter ist der maximal anwendbare Druck regelmäßig durch die maximale Belastbarkeit des zu stimulierenden Hautbereichs beschränkt. So birgt beispielsweise ein zu hoher Unterdruck besonders in erogenen Zonen das Risiko von schmerzhaften Verletzungen. Ausschließlich mit Unterdrücken arbeitende Stimulationsvorrichtungen sind in ihrer Arbeitsweise üblicherweise auf dieses Maximum beschränkt. Im Gegensatz dazu wird erfindungsgemäß durch die Kombination von Über- und Unterdrücken ein erweiterter Arbeitsbereich des stimulationsauslösenden Druckfeldes bzw. Effektes geschaffen, da der Arbeitsbereich des Drucks nunmehr sowohl im positiven als auch im negativen Bereich bis zum Maximum ausgenutzt werden kann.Furthermore, the maximum applicable pressure is regularly limited by the maximum load-bearing capacity of the skin area to be stimulated. For example, if there is too much negative pressure, especially in erogenous zones, there is a risk of painful injuries. Stimulators that operate exclusively with suppressors are usually limited in their operation to this maximum. In contrast to this, the combination of positive and negative pressures creates an extended working range of the stimulation-triggering pressure field or effect according to the invention, since the working range of the pressure can now be utilized to the maximum in both the positive and negative ranges.

Durch die Ausrichtung des zumindest einen Verbindungselements auf den zu stimulierenden Hautbereich kann das Druckfeld unmittelbar wirken, wobei das Druckfeld maßgeblich durch die Konfiguration des zumindest einen Verbindungselements und der zumindest einen Öffnung von dem Verbindungselement in die zweite Kammer beeinflusst wird, und so je nach Anwendung der Stimulationsvorrichtung einstellbar ist. So kann die zumindest eine Öffnung des Verbindungselements dem zu stimulierenden Körperteil, vorzugsweise direkt, gegenüber liegen. Beispielsweise kann das Verbindungselement bei einer Stimulationsvorrichtung, welche für die Klitoris bestimmt ist, eine einzelne Durchgangsöffnung mit Düsenwirkung auf die Klitoriseichel zwischen der ersten und der zweiten Kammer aufweisen. Alternativ kann das zumindest eine Verbindungselement aus mehreren, beispielsweise vier, Durchgangsöffnungen zwischen den Kammern bestehen, wenn ein großflächigerer Hautbereich stimuliert werden soll.By aligning the at least one connecting element with the skin area to be stimulated, the pressure field can act directly, with the pressure field being decisively influenced by the configuration of the at least one connecting element and the at least one opening from the connecting element into the second chamber, and thus depending on the application Stimulator is adjustable. The at least one opening of the connecting element can be located opposite the body part to be stimulated, preferably directly. For example, in a stimulation device intended for the clitoris, the connecting element can have a single through opening with nozzle action on the glans of the clitoris between the first and the second chamber. Alternatively, the at least one connecting element can consist of several for example four, through openings exist between the chambers if a larger area of skin is to be stimulated.

Weiter entsteht nach dem Aufsetzen der halbseitig bzw. teilweise geöffneten zweiten Kammer auf den zu stimulierenden Hautbereich ein in sich abgeschlossenes System der Medien- bzw. Luftströmung in der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung. So wird das Medium bzw. die Luft maßgeblich zwischen den Kammern hin- und herbewegt, während ein Austausch mit Medien bzw. mit Luft von außerhalb des Systems zumindest weitgehend vermieden wird. So ist vorzugsweise die erste Kammer über bzw. durch das Verbindungselement ausschließlich mit der zweiten Kammer verbunden. So bestehen keine anderen Verbindungen der ersten Kammer als diejenigen zur zweiten Kammer; beispielsweise besteht keine direkte Verbindung der ersten Kammer mit der Umgebung des Gerätes über ein Druckventil oder über einen Luftabführkanal.Furthermore, after the placement of the second chamber, which is open on one side or partially, on the skin area to be stimulated, a self-contained system of media or air flow is created in the pressure field generating device. In this way, the medium or the air is significantly moved back and forth between the chambers, while an exchange with media or with air from outside the system is at least largely avoided. The first chamber is preferably connected exclusively to the second chamber via or through the connecting element. So there are no other connections of the first chamber than those to the second chamber; for example, there is no direct connection between the first chamber and the environment of the device via a pressure valve or via an air discharge duct.

Beispielsweise wird sich die Temperatur der Luft in dem erfindungsgemäßen Strömungssystem schnell an die Hauttemperatur anpassen, während das störende Zuführen von neuer (beispielsweise kalter) Luft von außerhalb des Systems vermieden wird, so wie dies beim Stand der Technik u.A. bei der Verwendung von Vakuumpumpen der Fall sein kann. Zudem werden Abtrockungseffekte vermieden, da in einem geschlossenen System kein oder kaum Abtransport von stimulationsfördernder Flüssigkeit, beispielsweise Körperflüssigkeit, stattfindet.For example, the temperature of the air in the flow system of the present invention will quickly adjust to skin temperature while avoiding the disruptive introduction of new (e.g., cold) air from outside the system, as is the case in prior art et al. can be the case when using vacuum pumps. In addition, drying effects are avoided, since in a closed system there is little or no removal of stimulation-promoting fluid, for example body fluid.

Weiter weist die erfindungsgemäße Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung aufgrund des einfachen Aufbaus den Vorteil einer erhöhten Hygiene und einer verbesserten Reinigungsfähigkeit auf. Dabei vermeidet die vorliegende Erfindung Ventile oder Pumpen/Kompressoren mit potentiellen Toträumen und nicht zu reinigenden Stellen. So ist die erfindungsgemäße Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung einfach zu reinigen. Beispielsweise kann eine Reinigung der Stimulationsvorrichtung in einfacher Weise durch Einfüllen einer Reinigungsflüssigkeit in die erste Kammer und aktivieren des Druckfelds erfolgen. Alternativ kann die zweite Kammer austauschbar angeordnet sein, was die Reinigung beider Kammern ebenfalls erleichtert. Weiter können die erfindungsgemäßen Kammern und das Verbindungselement der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung einstückig hergestellt sein, wobei diese beispielsweise aus einem einzelnen Plastikformteil (z.B. Gummi) bestehen. Als weitere Alternative können die erste Kammer, die zweite Kammer und das Verbindungselement einstückig ausgeführt sein.Furthermore, the pressure field generating device according to the invention has the advantage of increased hygiene and improved cleanability due to the simple construction. The present invention thereby avoids valves or pumps/compressors with potential dead spaces and places that cannot be cleaned. Thus, the pressure field generation device according to the invention is easy to clean. For example, cleaning the stimulation device in a simple manner by filling a cleaning liquid in the first chamber and activate the pressure field. Alternatively, the second chamber can be arranged to be interchangeable, which also makes it easier to clean both chambers. Furthermore, the chambers according to the invention and the connecting element of the pressure field generating device can be manufactured in one piece, for example consisting of a single plastic molded part (eg rubber). As a further alternative, the first chamber, the second chamber and the connecting element can be made in one piece.

Zudem führt der erfindungsgemäße Aufbau zur Vermeidung komplexer strömungstechnischer Elemente, wie z.B. Ventile, was zu einer Vereinfachung der Herstellung führt.In addition, the construction according to the invention leads to the avoidance of complex fluidic elements, such as valves, which leads to a simplification of production.

Weiter weist die erfindungsgemäße Stimulationsvorrichtung eine Antriebseinheit, welche das Volumen der ersten Kammer derart verändert, dass über das Verbindungselement in der zweiten Kammer ein Druckfeld erzeugt wird, welches der Stimulation der erogenen Zone dient, und eine Steuereinrichtung auf, welche die Antriebseinheit ansteuert.The stimulation device according to the invention also has a drive unit that changes the volume of the first chamber in such a way that a pressure field is generated in the second chamber via the connecting element, which serves to stimulate the erogenous zone, and a control device that controls the drive unit.

Das zwischen den Kammern transportierte Medium ist in seinem Volumen prinzipbedingt auf das maximale Volumen der ersten Kammer begrenzt. Zudem kann das transportierte Volumen durch die maximal mögliche Volumenänderung, welche durch die Antriebseinheit bewirkt wird, weiter konstruktiv beschränkt werden.The volume of the medium transported between the chambers is limited to the maximum volume of the first chamber due to the principle involved. In addition, the transported volume can be further restricted in terms of design by the maximum possible change in volume, which is brought about by the drive unit.

Dies hat zur Folge, dass der maximale Über- bzw. Unterdruck, den die Stimulationsvorrichtung in der zweiten Kammer aufbauen kann, aufgrund der Dimensionierung der Komponenten der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung und des Antriebs beschränkt ist. Insbesondere kann der maximale Über- bzw. Unterdruck auf ein Maß beschränkt werden, der eine Verletzungsgefahr für die zu stimulierenden Hautbereiche minimiert oder ausschließt. Beispielsweise erübrigt sich damit ein im Stand der Technik übliches Sicherheitsventil oder ein manuelles Eingreifen des Benutzers in den Stimulationsvorgang, beispielsweise ein Öffnen eines Freigabeventils.The consequence of this is that the maximum positive or negative pressure that the stimulation device can build up in the second chamber is limited due to the dimensioning of the components of the pressure field generating device and the drive. In particular, the maximum positive or negative pressure can be limited to a level that poses a risk of injury to the stimulating skin areas is minimized or excluded. For example, a safety valve customary in the prior art or manual intervention by the user in the stimulation process, for example opening a release valve, is thus unnecessary.

Weiter wird die zeitliche Veränderung des Druckfeldes bzw. die Modulation des Druckfeldes durch die Steuereinrichtung weitgehend automatisch gesteuert. So kann in der Steuereinrichtung die Modulation des Druckfeldes, beispielsweise Intensität, zeitlicher Verlauf oder Abfolge, vorgespeichert sein. Vorzugsweise kann die zeitliche Veränderung des Druckfeldes regelmäßige bzw. wiederkehrende (Stimulations-) Muster aufweisen, beispielsweise Impulse mit einem vorgegebenen Takt oder sich regelmäßig abwechselnde Impulsfolgen. Auf diese Weise kann sich die Interaktion des Benutzers mit der Stimulationsvorrichtung erfindungsgemäß auf das An- und das Ausschalten und die Wahl des Stimulationsmusters beschränken, während die Stimulationsvorrichtung das bevorzugte Stimulationsmuster automatisch ausführt. Somit ist erfindungsgemäß die Anwendungskomplexität der Stimulationsvorrichtung gerade im Vergleich zu den herkömmlichen (medizinischen) Vakuum-Stimulationsvorrichtungen niedrig. Alternativ oder zusätzlich kann der Benutzer die Stimulationsmuster der Stimulationsvorrichtung während oder vor dem Betrieb individuell konfigurieren.Furthermore, the change in the pressure field over time or the modulation of the pressure field is controlled largely automatically by the control device. The modulation of the pressure field, for example intensity, time profile or sequence, can be pre-stored in the control device. The change in the pressure field over time can preferably have regular or recurring (stimulation) patterns, for example pulses with a predetermined cycle or regularly alternating pulse sequences. In this way, according to the invention, the user's interaction with the stimulation device can be limited to switching the device on and off and selecting the stimulation pattern, while the stimulation device automatically carries out the preferred stimulation pattern. Thus, according to the invention, the application complexity of the stimulation device is low in comparison to the conventional (medical) vacuum stimulation devices. Alternatively or additionally, the user can individually configure the stimulation patterns of the stimulation device during or before operation.

Zudem ist erfindungsgemäß bei der Stimulationsvorrichtung (zumindest) ein Fortsatz vorgesehen. Dieser Fortsatz kann einerseits als Handgriff verwendet werden, um die Stimulationsvorrichtung einfach und bequem zu halten, und andererseits kann der Fortsatz auch als direktes bzw. unmittelbares Stimulationsmittel zum Einführen in den menschlichen Körper oder auch zum Aufsetzen auf den menschlichen Körper verwendet werden.In addition, according to the invention, (at least) one extension is provided for the stimulation device. On the one hand, this extension can be used as a handle to hold the stimulation device easily and comfortably, and on the other hand, the extension can also be used as a direct or immediate stimulation means for insertion into the human body or for placement on the human body.

Wird der Fortsatz in den menschlichen Körper eingeführt, dient dies der direkten Stimulation des betroffenen Körperteils. So ergänzt dies den indirekten Stimulationseffekt der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung. Es kann also gleichzeitig oder abwechselnd eine direkte und eine indirekte Stimulation mehrerer erogener Zonen stattfinden. Beispielsweise kann der Fortsatz in die weibliche Vagina eingeführt werden, während zugleich oder abwechselnd eine Stimulation der Klitoris mittels dem erfindungsgemäßen Druckfeld erfolgen kann. Entsprechend kann das erfindungsgemäße Prinzip der kombinierten direkten und indirekten Stimulation auch auf andere Körperteile bzw. deren erogenen Zonen angewandt werden. Beispielsweise kann der Fortsatz auf die Klitoris einer Frau aufgesetzt werden, während die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung die Klitoris einer weiteren oder derselben Frau stimuliert.If the extension is introduced into the human body, this is used for direct stimulation of the affected body part. So this complements the indirect Stimulating effect of the pressure field generating device. Direct and indirect stimulation of several erogenous zones can therefore take place simultaneously or alternately. For example, the extension can be inserted into the female vagina, while simultaneously or alternately the clitoris can be stimulated by means of the pressure field according to the invention. Accordingly, the principle according to the invention of combined direct and indirect stimulation can also be applied to other parts of the body or their erogenous zones. For example, the extension can be placed on a woman's clitoris while the pressure field generating device stimulates the clitoris of another woman or the same woman.

So kann die Stimulationsvorrichtung mit Fortsatz von nur einer Person oder auch von zwei verschiedenen Personen zur Stimulation mehrerer erogener Zonen eingesetzt werden.Thus, the stimulation device with extension can be used by just one person or by two different people to stimulate several erogenous zones.

Die Kombination von direkter und indirekter Stimulation führt zu einer Verbesserung des Stimulationseffekts und zu einer vielfältigen Anwendbarkeit der Stimulationsvorrichtung. Mittels der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung mit Fortsatz bestehen zudem weitere, alternative Spielarten beim Sexualakt.The combination of direct and indirect stimulation leads to an improvement in the stimulation effect and to a wide range of uses for the stimulation device. By means of the stimulation device according to the invention with an extension, there are also other, alternative types of play during the sexual act.

Damit ist erfindungsgemäß eine Stimulationsvorrichtung mit mehreren kumulativen orgasmus- bzw. stimulationsauslösenden Effekten vorgesehen, welche für der Stimulation mehrerer erogenen Zonen, insbesondere der weiblichen Klitoris, geeignet ist. Weiter ist Vorrichtung vorgesehen, welche ein Austrocknen der zu stimulierenden erogenen Zonen vermeidet, hygienisch ist und Gewöhnungseffekte vermeidet.Thus, according to the invention, a stimulation device is provided with a number of cumulative orgasm- or stimulation-triggering effects, which is suitable for stimulating a number of erogenous zones, in particular the female clitoris. Furthermore, a device is provided which prevents the erogenous zones to be stimulated from drying out, is hygienic and avoids habituation effects.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung ist der Fortsatz mit der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung beweglich, beispielsweise mittels eines Gelenks an einem Ende des Fortsatzes verbunden. Damit kann die Stimulationsvorrichtung an die jeweilige Anatomie des menschlichen Körpers und an seine Verwendung angepasst werden. Beispielsweise kann der Fortsatz in die weibliche Vagina eingeführt werden, um danach den Winkel zwischen Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung und Fortsatz derart anzupassen, dass die Öffnung der zweiten Kammer passgenau über der Klitoris platziert werden kann. Folglich wird die Körperregion zwischen Klitoris und Vagina von beiden Seiten stimuliert, wobei sich die Effekte der direkten und indirekten Stimulation gegenseitig verstärken.According to a development of the invention, the extension can be moved with the pressure field generation device, for example connected by means of a joint at one end of the extension. This allows the stimulation device adapted to the respective anatomy of the human body and to its use. For example, the extension can be inserted into the female vagina in order to then adjust the angle between the pressure field generating device and the extension in such a way that the opening of the second chamber can be placed precisely over the clitoris. As a result, the body region between the clitoris and vagina is stimulated from both sides, with the effects of direct and indirect stimulation mutually reinforcing.

Wird der Fortsatz als Handgriff zum Halten der Stimulationsvorrichtung verwendet, so kann der Winkel zwischen Handgriff und Öffnung der zweiten Kammer entsprechend der Vorlieben des Verwenders der Vorrichtung angepasst werden.When the extension is used as a handle for holding the stimulation device, the angle between the handle and the opening of the second chamber can be adjusted according to the preferences of the user of the device.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung ist der Fortsatz ein Stimulationsmittel, welches derart geformt ist, dass man den Fortsatz zur direkten Stimulation in den menschlichen Körper, beispielsweise in die Vagina, einführen kann. Dabei ist der Fortsatz vorzugsweise in der Form eines Dildos ausgeführt. Vermieden werden dabei insbesondere scharfe Kanten. So ist der Fortsatz vorzugsweise derart ausgeführt, dass dieser leichtgängig in Körperöffnungen eingeführt werden kann, und/oder in dieser auch eingeführt bleibt.According to a development of the invention, the extension is a stimulation means which is shaped in such a way that the extension can be inserted into the human body, for example into the vagina, for direct stimulation. The extension is preferably designed in the form of a dildo. In particular, sharp edges are avoided. The extension is preferably designed in such a way that it can be easily inserted into body openings and/or remains inserted there.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung ist der Fortsatz (140) ein länglicher, linsen- oder kissenförmiger Körper, welcher derart angepasst ist, dass der Fortsatz leichtgängig in die weibliche Vagina eingeführt werden kann. Dies verbessert den direkten Stimulationseffekt.According to a development of the invention, the extension (140) is an elongate, lens-shaped or pillow-shaped body which is adapted in such a way that the extension can be easily inserted into the female vagina. This improves the direct stimulation effect.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung ist der Fortsatz derart an der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung angebracht ist, dass die Stimulationsvorrichtung einheitlich ausgestaltet ist. Einheitlich bedeutet hierbei insbesondere, dass die Stimulationsvorrichtung mit Fortsatz und Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung als eine integrierte, zusammenhängende Vorrichtung ausgeführt ist. Vorzugsweise sind die Übergänge zwischen Fortsatz und Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung hierbei nahtlos ausgestaltet. Dies verbessert die Hygiene und die Bedienbarkeit der Stimulationsvorrichtung.According to a further development of the invention, the extension is attached to the pressure field generating device in such a way that the stimulation device is of uniform design. In this context, uniform means in particular that the stimulation device is designed with extension and pressure field generating device as an integrated, coherent device. The transitions between the extension and the pressure field generating device are preferably seamless. This improves the hygiene and the operability of the stimulation device.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung weist der Fortsatz eine Vibrationsvorrichtung auf. Diese Vibrationsvorrichtung kann derart betätigt werden, dass der Fortsatz, so wie dies bei elektromechanisch betriebenen Dildos bekannt ist, vibriert. Die Vibration kann dabei entweder unabhängig von den anderen Teilen der Stimulationsvorrichtung aktiviert werden, oder aber kann die Vibration mittels der Steuervorrichtung, welche dann ebenso die Antriebseinheit der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung ansteuert, angesteuert werden. Vorzugsweise kann die Vibration in herkömmlich bekannter Weise in Stärke, Dauer und Abfolge steuerbar sein. Mit der Vibration wird der direkte Stimulationseffekt verstärkt.According to a development of the invention, the extension has a vibration device. This vibration device can be actuated in such a way that the extension vibrates, as is known in the case of electromechanically operated dildos. The vibration can either be activated independently of the other parts of the stimulation device, or the vibration can be controlled by the control device, which then also controls the drive unit of the pressure field generating device. Preferably, the vibration may be controllable in magnitude, duration and sequence in a conventionally known manner. The vibration increases the direct stimulation effect.

Gemäß einem weiteren Aspekt der Erfindung wird nach dem nebengeordneten Anspruch 20 ein System mit der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung vorgeschlagen, welches eine zu der Stimulationsvorrichtung getrennt angeordnete Fernsteuervorrichtung aufweist, wobei die Steuereinrichtung der Stimulationsvorrichtung von der Fernsteuereinrichtung ferngesteuert wird. So kann eine übliche kabellose (beispielsweise über Funk) oder kabelgebundene Fernsteuerung eingesetzt werden, um die Modulation der Stimulationsvorrichtung oder deren Aktivierung von einem weiteren Benutzer fernzusteuern zu lassen.According to a further aspect of the invention, a system with the stimulation device according to the invention is proposed, which has a remote control device arranged separately from the stimulation device, the control device of the stimulation device being remotely controlled by the remote control device. A conventional wireless (for example via radio) or wired remote control can be used in order to allow the modulation of the stimulation device or its activation to be remotely controlled by another user.

Gemäß einem weiteren Aspekt der Erfindung werden nach den Ansprüchen 21 bis 25 Verfahren zur Stimulation von Körperteilen, insbesondere der Klitoris, vorgeschlagen. Die zugehörigen vorteilhaften Effekte und Wirkungen sind vorstehend in Bezug auf das Druckfeld und den Fortsatz näher erläutert.According to a further aspect of the invention, according to claims 21 to 25, methods for stimulating parts of the body, in particular the clitoris, are proposed. The associated advantageous effects and effects are explained in more detail above in relation to the pressure field and the extension.

Gemäß einem weiteren Aspekt der Erfindung wird nach Anspruch 19 die Verwendung der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung als Sexspielzeug zur Stimulation der weiblichen Klitoris vorgeschlagen. Wie eingangs erläutert ist die weibliche Klitoris eine besonders empfindliche erogene Zone der Frau, weshalb die erfindungsgemäße Verwendung einer indirekten Massage- in Kombination mit einer Unterdruckstimulation für dieses Körperteil zur Stimulation bis zum Orgasmus besonders vorteilhaft erscheint.According to a further aspect of the invention, the use of the stimulation device according to the invention as a sex toy for stimulating the female clitoris is proposed according to claim 19 . As explained at the outset, the female clitoris is a particularly sensitive erogenous zone in women, which is why the use according to the invention of an indirect massage in combination with negative pressure stimulation for this part of the body for stimulation to orgasm appears to be particularly advantageous.

Bei der vorliegenden Erfindung dienen die Verfahren zur Stimulation von erogenen Zonen zum sexuellen Vergnügen, mithin dienen die Verfahren nicht medizinischen, beispielsweise therapeutischen, Zwecken.In the present invention, the methods of stimulating erogenous zones are for sexual pleasure, thus the methods are not for medical, e.g. therapeutic, purposes.

Die vorstehend beschriebenen Merkmale und Funktionen der vorliegenden Erfindung sowie weitere Aspekte und Merkmale werden nachfolgend anhand einer detaillierten Beschreibung von bevorzugten Ausführungsformen unter Bezugnahme auf die beigefügten Figuren weiter beschrieben.The features and functions of the present invention described above, as well as other aspects and features, are further described below on the basis of a detailed description of preferred embodiments with reference to the attached figures.

KURZE BESCHREIBUNG DER ZEICHNUNGENBRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Hierbei zeigt/zeigen:

Fig. 1
eine Vorderansicht einer ersten Ausführungsform der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung mit einem Fortsatz in gerader Position;
Fig. 2
eine Seitenansicht der ersten Ausführungsform der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung mit dem Fortsatz in abgewinkelter Position;
Fig. 3
einen schematischen Querschnitt durch die erfindungsgemäße Stimulationsvorrichtung der ersten Ausführungsform;
Fig. 4
einen Querschnitt durch eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung eines ersten Aspekts der vorliegenden Erfindung im ersten Zustand;
Fig. 5
einen Querschnitt durch eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung eines ersten Aspekts der vorliegenden Erfindung im zweiten Zustand;
Fig. 6
einen Querschnitt durch eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung eines ersten Aspekts der vorliegenden Erfindung im dritten Zustand;
Fig. 7
einen Querschnitt durch eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung eines zweiten Aspekts der vorliegenden Erfindung;
Fig. 8
einen Querschnitt durch eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung eines dritten Aspekts der vorliegenden Erfindung;
Fig. 9
einen Querschnitt durch eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung eines vierten Aspekts der vorliegenden Erfindung;
Figuren 10 a), b) und c)
Querschnitte durch eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung eines fünften Aspekts der vorliegenden Erfindung;
Fig. 11
einen teilweisen Querschnitt durch eine zweite Ausführungsform der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung;
Figuren 12 a) bis f)
verschiedene Unter- und Seitenansichten weiterer Aspekte einer zweiten Kammer der vorliegenden Erfindung;
Fig. 13
ein Blockdiagramm einer Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;
Figuren 14 a) bis c)
Diagramme von verschiedenen Mustern der Druckmodulationen der vorliegenden Erfindung
Here shows/show:
1
a front view of a first embodiment of the stimulation device according to the invention with an extension in a straight position;
2
a side view of the first embodiment of the stimulation device according to the invention with the extension in an angled position;
3
a schematic cross section through the stimulation device according to the invention of the first embodiment;
4
a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a first aspect of the present invention in the first state;
figure 5
a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a first aspect of the present invention in the second state;
6
a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a first aspect of the present invention in the third state;
7
a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a second aspect of the present invention;
8
a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a third aspect of the present invention;
9
a cross section through a pressure field generating device of a fourth aspect of the present invention;
Figures 10 a), b) and c)
Cross sections through a pressure field generating device of a fifth aspect of the present invention;
11
a partial cross section through a second embodiment of the stimulation device according to the invention;
Figures 12 a) to f)
various bottom and side views of other aspects of a second chamber of the present invention;
13
Figure 12 is a block diagram of an embodiment of the present invention;
Figures 14 a) to c)
Diagrams of different patterns of pressure modulations of the present invention

BESCHREIBUNG BEVORZUGTER AUSFÜHRUNGSFORMENDESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Bezugnehmend auf Fig. 1, 2 und 3 wird nachstehend eine erste Ausführungsform erläutert werden. In Fig. 1 wird eine Vorderansicht der ersten Ausführungsform der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 mit einem Fortsatz 140 in gerader Position gezeigt, wobei weiter in Fig. 2 eine Seitenansicht der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 mit dem Fortsatz 140 in abgewinkelter Position und in Fig. 3 ein Querschnitt der erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 der ersten Ausführungsform gezeigt ist.Referring to 1 , 2 and 3 a first embodiment will be explained below. In 1 a front view of the first embodiment of the stimulation device 1 according to the invention is shown with an extension 140 in a straight position, further in FIG 2 a side view of the stimulation device 1 with the extension 140 in an angled position and in 3 a cross section of the stimulation device 1 according to the invention of the first embodiment is shown.

Die ersten Ausführungsform der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 ist ein, vorzugsweise tragbares, Elektro- oder Kleingerät, welches ein Gehäuse 8, eine Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2, einen optionalen An-/Aus- Schalter 74 und eine optionale Beleuchtung 9 aufweist.The first embodiment of the stimulation device 1 is a preferably portable electrical or small device which has a housing 8 , a pressure field generating device 2 , an optional on/off switch 74 and an optional lighting 9 .

Das Gehäuse 8 ist vorzugsweise derart ergonomisch ausgeführt, dass man es mit einer Hand bequem halten kann und es keine scharfen bzw. spitzen Kanten aufweist. Weiter kann das Gehäuse 8 aus einem Kunststoff, beispielsweise Polycarbonat (PC) oder Acrylnitril-Butadien-Styrol (ABS), bestehen. Zudem können die Griffbereiche oder auch das gesamte Gehäuse mit einem haptisch vorteilhaften Silikon ergänzt sein oder aus diesem bestehen. Das Gehäuse 8 ist vorzugsweise zumindest wasserabweisend oder spritzwasserfest ausgestaltet, beispielsweise Schutzklasse IP 24. Die gestrichelte Linie der Fig. 2 gibt weiter eine optionale Seitenkante des Gehäuses 8 an.The housing 8 is preferably designed ergonomically in such a way that it can be held comfortably with one hand and it has no sharp or pointed edges. Furthermore, the housing 8 can be made of a plastic, for example polycarbonate (PC) or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS). In addition, the grip areas or the entire housing can be supplemented with or consist of a haptically advantageous silicone. The housing 8 is preferably designed to be at least water-repellent or splash-proof, for example protection class IP 24. The dashed line of 2 further indicates an optional side edge of the housing 8.

Der optionale An-/Aus- Schalter 74 dient der Aktivierung und Deaktivierung der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1. Dieser An-/Aus- Schalter 74 kann beispielsweise ein Drucktaster, welcher die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 bei längerem Drücken ein- bzw. ausschaltet, oder ein einrastender Schiebeschalter sei. Alternativ kann die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 per Fernsteuerung an- und auschaltbar sein.The optional on/off switch 74 is used to activate and deactivate the stimulation device 1. This on/off switch 74 can, for example a pushbutton which switches the stimulation device 1 on and off when pressed for a longer period of time, or a latching slide switch. Alternatively, the stimulation device 1 can be switched on and off by remote control.

Die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 einer ersten Ausführungsform weist eine erste Kammer 3 im Inneren der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1, eine zweite Kammer 4 zum Aufsetzen auf ein zu stimulierendes Körperteil 11, und ein Verbindungselement 5 auf, welche die erste Kammer 3 mit der zweiten Kammer 4 verbindet.The pressure field generating device 2 of a first embodiment has a first chamber 3 inside the stimulation device 1, a second chamber 4 for placement on a body part 11 to be stimulated, and a connecting element 5 which connects the first chamber 3 to the second chamber 4.

Eine Antriebseinheit 6, beispielsweise ein Elektromotor, treibt über eine Achse 61 und mittels eines Exzenters 62 (oder alternativ mittels einer Pleuelstange) die erste Kammer 3 derart an, dass das Volumen der ersten Kammer 3 entsprechend Drehung der Achse 61 der Antriebseinheit 6 verändert wird. Hierzu wird angemerkt, dass in der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 grundsätzlich alle Antriebsarten einsetzbar sind, welche eine Auslenkung der Wand 31 der ersten Kammer 3 zur Volumenänderung bewirken. So kann dies beispielsweise hydraulisch, pneumatisch, piezoelektrisch, mechanisch oder elektromagnetisch geschehen. Beispiele hierfür werden später noch näher erläutert.A drive unit 6, for example an electric motor, drives the first chamber 3 via an axle 61 and by means of an eccentric 62 (or alternatively by means of a connecting rod) in such a way that the volume of the first chamber 3 is changed in accordance with the rotation of the axle 61 of the drive unit 6. In this regard, it is noted that in principle all drive types which cause a deflection of the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 to change the volume can be used in the stimulation device 1 . For example, this can be done hydraulically, pneumatically, piezoelectrically, mechanically or electromagnetically. Examples of this will be explained in more detail later.

Eine Steuereinrichtung 7 steuert die Antriebseinheit 6, optionale Bedienelemente 71 und zumindest eine optionale Anzeige 72 an. Dabei werden die Steuereinrichtung 7 und die Antriebseinheit 6 beispielsweise von der internen Batterie 76 und/oder der externen Leistungsversorgung 73 mit Leistung versorgt.A control device 7 controls the drive unit 6, optional operating elements 71 and at least one optional display 72. In this case, the control device 7 and the drive unit 6 are supplied with power, for example, by the internal battery 76 and/or the external power supply 73 .

Die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 weist weiter zumindest einen Fortsatz 140 auf. Dieser Fortsatz 140, welcher vorzugsweise ein Bestandteil des Gehäuses 8 ist, ist optional relativ zu dem Gehäuseteil beweglich bzw. abwinkelbar, in dem die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 untergebracht ist. Dabei kann der Fortsatz mittels eines Gelenks 141 abgewinkelt oder auch verdreht werden. Das Gelenk 141 kann beispielsweise als plastisch verformbares Plastikteil, als Stellgelenk oder als Scharnier ausgestaltet sein. Fig. 2 zeigt ein Beispiel einer abgewinkelten Stellung des Fortsatzes 140 relativ zu dem Abschnitt des Gehäuses 8 der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1, in dem die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 untergebracht ist. Alternativ kann der Fortsatz auch starr bzw. unbeweglich ausgestaltet sein.The stimulation device 1 also has at least one extension 140 . This extension 140, which is preferably a component of the housing 8, can optionally be moved or angled relative to the housing part in which the pressure field generating device 2 is accommodated. The extension can be angled or twisted by means of a joint 141 . The joint 141 can be designed, for example, as a plastically deformable plastic part, as an adjusting joint or as a hinge. 2 shows an example of an angled position of the extension 140 relative to the section of the housing 8 of the stimulation device 1 in which the pressure field generating device 2 is accommodated. Alternatively, the extension can also be rigid or immovable.

Der Fortsatz 140 ist vorzugsweise ein Stimulationsmittel zum Einführen in den menschlichen Körper, beispielsweise in die Vagina oder auch andere Körperöffnungen. Dabei ist der Fortsatz 140 beispielsweise wie ein gebräuchlicher Dildo geformt. Alternativ kann der Fortsatz derart ausgebildet sein, dass dieser an die menschliche Anatomie einer anderen Körperöffnung angepasst ist, beispielsweise dem Mund. Zudem kann der Fortsatz 140 derart ausgebildet sein, dass man diesen auch als Handgriff verwenden kann, um die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 bequem zu halten.The extension 140 is preferably a stimulation means for insertion into the human body, for example into the vagina or other body openings. The extension 140 is shaped like a conventional dildo, for example. Alternatively, the extension can be designed in such a way that it is adapted to the human anatomy of another body opening, for example the mouth. In addition, the extension 140 can be designed in such a way that it can also be used as a handle in order to hold the stimulation device 1 comfortably.

Zudem kann der Fortsatz 140 optional eine Vibrationsvorrichtung 142 aufweisen, die zuschaltbar und/oder steuerbar sein kann. Die Vibrationsvorrichtung 142 versetzt den Fortsatz in mechanische Schwingungen, welche den direkten Stimulationseffekt des Fortsatzes 140 unterstützen.In addition, the extension 140 can optionally have a vibration device 142 that can be switched on and/or controlled. The vibration device 142 sets the extension into mechanical vibrations, which support the direct stimulation effect of the extension 140 .

Optional ist der Fortsatz 140 an dem Abschnitt des Gehäuses 8, welcher die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 aufnimmt, derart angebracht, dass das (Gesamt-) Gehäuse 8 der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 einheitlich ausgestaltet ist. Somit erweckt das Gehäuse 8 den Eindruck, dass dieses einstückig bzw. einteilig ist, beispielsweise mittels flexibler und/oder nahtloser Verbindungselemente des Gehäuses 8. Alternativ kann das Gehäuse 8 incl. Fortsatz 140 einen Silikonüberzug aufweisen.Optionally, the extension 140 is attached to the section of the housing 8 which accommodates the pressure field generating device 2 in such a way that the (entire) housing 8 of the stimulation device 1 has a uniform design. The housing 8 thus gives the impression that it is in one piece or in one piece, for example by means of flexible and/or seamless connecting elements of the housing 8. Alternatively, the housing 8 including the extension 140 can have a silicone coating.

In gerader bzw. nicht abgewinkelter Ausrichtung des Fortsatzes 140, so wie dies in Fig. 1 gezeigt ist, lässt sich die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 bequem halten oder auch einfach in Körperöffnungen einführen. Wird der Fortsatz 140, so wie dies in Fig. 2 gezeigt ist, beispielsweise nach dem Einführen, abgewinkelt, kann auf diese Weise die Öffnung 42 aus das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 geführt werden. In dieser abgewinkelten Position der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 kann gleichzeitig sowohl eine direkte als eine indirekte Stimulation von zumindest einer erogenen Zone des Körpers stattfinden. Hierbei befindet sich das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 zwischen Fortsatz 140 und Druckfelderzeugungsvorrichtung 2.With the extension 140 in a straight or non-angled orientation, as shown in 1 is shown, the stimulation device 1 can be held comfortably or simply insert into body orifices. If the extension is 140, like this in 2 is shown, angled, for example after insertion, the opening 42 can be guided out of the body part 11 to be stimulated in this way. In this angled position of the stimulation device 1, both direct and indirect stimulation of at least one erogenous zone of the body can take place at the same time. The body part 11 to be stimulated is located between the extension 140 and the pressure field generating device 2.

Weiter kann eine optionale Beleuchtung 9 an oder in dem Gehäuse 8 vorgesehen sein. Dabei dient die Beleuchtung 9 vorzugsweise der Beleuchtung des Inneren der zweiten Kammer 4. Die Beleuchtung 9 kann entweder durch den Benutzer zuschaltbar sein oder bei Aktivierung der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 automatisch aktiviert sein. Weiter kann die Beleuchtung 9 aus energiesparenden Leuchtdioden ausgebildet sein. Die Beleuchtung kann beispielsweise als Orientierungshilfe für den Benutzer der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 im Dunkeln oder als zusätzliche optische Stimulation dienen.Furthermore, optional lighting 9 can be provided on or in the housing 8 . The lighting 9 preferably serves to illuminate the interior of the second chamber 4. The lighting 9 can either be switched on by the user or activated automatically when the stimulation device 1 is activated. Furthermore, the lighting 9 can be formed from energy-saving light-emitting diodes. The lighting can serve, for example, as an orientation aid for the user of the stimulation device 1 in the dark or as additional optical stimulation.

Bezugnehmend auf die Figuren 4, 5 und 6 wird nachstehend der Aufbau und die Funktion eines ersten Aspekts der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 näher erläutert.Referring to the Figures 4, 5 and 6 the structure and the function of a first aspect of the pressure field generating device 2 of the stimulation device 1 will be explained in more detail below.

Fig. 4 zeigt die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 in einem ersten Zustand, wobei die zweite Kammer 4 auf den zu stimulierenden Hautbereich bzw. das Körperteil 11 aufgesetzt ist. Der erste Zustand der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 ist durch eine neutrale Auslenkung der ersten Kammer 3 gekennzeichnet, d.h., es wirkt keine externe Kraft, beispielsweise von der Antriebseinheit, auf die erste Kammer 3. Hierbei ist das Volumen V1 der ersten Kammer das Standardvolumen dieser Kammer 3. 4 shows the pressure field generating device 2 in a first state, with the second chamber 4 being placed on the skin area or the body part 11 to be stimulated. The first state of the pressure field generating device 2 is characterized by a neutral deflection of the first chamber 3, i.e. no external force, for example from the drive unit, acts on the first chamber 3. The volume V1 of the first chamber is the standard volume of this chamber 3.

Das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 ist ein Hautbereich des Körpers, wobei hier beispielhaft eine besonders empfindliche erogene Zone, die Klitoris 12, dargestellt ist. Somit ist die Anwendung der vorliegenden Erfindung ist jedoch nicht auf die weibliche Klitoris 11 beschränkt, sondern die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 kann auf alle Körperteile bzw. erogenen Zonen (beispielsweise die Innenseite der Oberschenkel, die Lenden, Nacken, Brustwarzen, etc.) angewandt werden, welche mittels Medien- bzw. Luftdruckmassage und/oder Unterdruck stimuliert werden können.The body part 11 to be stimulated is a skin area of the body, a particularly sensitive erogenous zone, the clitoris 12, being shown here as an example. Thus, the application of the present invention is not limited to the female clitoris 11, but the stimulation device 1 can be applied to all parts of the body or erogenous zones (e.g. the inner thighs, loins, neck, nipples, etc.) which can be stimulated by means of media or air pressure massage and/or negative pressure.

Die zweite Kammer 4 bildet durch das Aufsetzen auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 eine zum Äußeren der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung2 weitgehend oder vollständig abgeschlossene Kammer, welche nur noch über das Verbindungselement 5 mit der zweiten Kammer in Verbindung steht, wobei die Ränder der Kammer 4 im Idealfall dicht mit der Oberfläche des Körperteils 11 abschließen. Auf diese Weise entstehen zwei kommunizierende Kammern 3 und 4, wobei bei Volumenänderung einer der Kammern 3 oder 4 ein entsprechender Druckausgleich zwischen den Kammern 3 und 4 über das Verbindungselement 5 erfolgt.By being placed on the body part 11 to be stimulated, the second chamber 4 forms a chamber that is largely or completely closed off from the outside of the pressure field generating device 2, which is only connected to the second chamber via the connecting element 5, with the edges of the chamber 4 ideally being sealed with the surface of the body part 11 complete. In this way, two communicating chambers 3 and 4 are created, with a corresponding pressure equalization between the chambers 3 and 4 taking place via the connecting element 5 when the volume of one of the chambers 3 or 4 changes.

Eine Wand 31 der ersten Kammer 3 ist mittels einer Halterung 32 fixiert. Die Halterung 32 ist wiederum an dem Gehäuse 8 befestigt. An der Halterung 32 ist weiter die Wand 41 der zweiten Kammer angebracht. Zwei zueinander ausgerichtete Öffnungen in der Wand 41 der zweiten Kammer und der Halterung 32 bilden gemeinsam das Verbindungselement 5, welches die erste Kammer 3 und die zweite Kammer 5 verbindet. Dabei sind die Wand 31, die Halterung 32 und die Wand 41 vorzugsweise miteinander medien- bzw. luftdicht verklebt. Alternativ können diese auch miteinander (beispielweise mit Hilfe von dichtenden Bereichen zwischen dem Gehäuse 8 und dem jeweiligen Teil) pressgepasst oder verschraubt sein. Auch die Halterung 32 kann mit dem Gehäuse 8 beispielsweise verklebt oder verschraubt sein.A wall 31 of the first chamber 3 is fixed by means of a bracket 32 . The bracket 32 is in turn attached to the housing 8 . The wall 41 of the second chamber is also attached to the holder 32 . Two mutually aligned openings in the wall 41 of the second chamber and the holder 32 together form the connecting element 5 which connects the first chamber 3 and the second chamber 5 . The wall 31, the holder 32 and the wall 41 are preferably bonded to one another in a media-tight or air-tight manner. Alternatively, these can also be press-fitted or screwed together (for example with the aid of sealing areas between the housing 8 and the respective part). The holder 32 can also be glued or screwed to the housing 8, for example.

Die Wand 31 der ersten Kammer 3 besteht vorzugsweise aus einem flexiblen, medien- bzw. luftundurchlässigen Material, beispielsweise Gummi. Die Halterung 32 besteht vorzugsweise aus einem starren Kunststoff, welcher ebenso medien- bzw. luftundurchlässig ist. Die Wand 41 der zweiten Kammer ist vorzugsweise aus einem flexiblen, hautfreundlichen Material hergestellt, beispielsweise Silikon oder Gummi.The wall 31 of the first chamber 3 is preferably made of a flexible material impermeable to media or air, for example rubber. The holder 32 is preferably made of a rigid plastic which is also impermeable to media or air. The wall 41 of the second chamber is preferably made of a flexible, skin-friendly material, such as silicone or rubber.

Fig. 5 zeigt die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 von Fig. 4 in einem zweiten Zustand, wobei wiederum die zweite Kammer 4 auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 aufgesetzt ist. Der zweite Zustand ist dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine auf die erste Kammer 3 wirkende Kraft A eine Expansion der Kammer 3 bewirkt. Im Detail zieht bei diesem Ausführungsbeispiel die Kraft A die Wand 31 der ersten Kammer 3 in eine Richtung, die von der zweiten Kammer 4 weggerichtet ist. figure 5 shows the pressure field generating device 2 of FIG 4 in a second state, in which case the second chamber 4 is in turn placed on the body part 11 to be stimulated. The second state is characterized in that a force A acting on the first chamber 3 causes the chamber 3 to expand. In detail, in this embodiment, the force A pulls the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 in a direction away from the second chamber 4 .

Dadurch vergrößert sich das Volumen V2 der Kammer 3, d.h., V2 > V1. Um den entstandenen Druckunterschied zwischen den Kammern 3 und 4 auszugleichen, strömt nunmehr das Medium bzw. die Luft von der zweiten Kammer 4 in die erste Kammer 3.This increases the volume V2 of the chamber 3, i.e. V2 > V1. In order to equalize the pressure difference between chambers 3 and 4, the medium or air now flows from the second chamber 4 into the first chamber 3.

Unter der Annahme, dass in dem ersten Zustand der in den Kammern 3 und 4 vorliegende Druck dem aktuell herrschendem, äußerem Referenzdruck (beispielsweise dem Luftdruck) entspricht, wird nun der vorliegende Gesamtdruck in dem zweiten Zustand geringer sein, als der äußere Referenzdruck. Dieser Unterdruck ist derart ausgelegt, dass dieser vorzugsweise geringer ist, als der übliche systolische Blutdruck in den Blutgefäßen des Körperteils 11. Damit erhöht sich die Durchblutung in diesem Bereich und die Klitoris 12 wird in dem zweiten Zustand besser durchblutet.Assuming that in the first state the pressure present in chambers 3 and 4 corresponds to the currently prevailing external reference pressure (for example the air pressure), the total pressure present in the second state will now be lower than the external reference pressure. This negative pressure is designed in such a way that it is preferably lower than the usual systolic blood pressure in the blood vessels of the body part 11. This increases the blood flow in this area and the clitoris 12 is better supplied with blood in the second state.

Fig. 6 zeigt die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 in einem dritten Zustand, wobei wiederum die zweite Kammer 4 auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 aufgesetzt ist. Der dritte Zustand ist dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine auf die erste Kammer 3 wirkende Kraft B eine Volumenverkleinerung bzw. Kompression der Kammer 3 bewirkt. Im Detail ist die Kraft B in seiner Richtung der Richtung der Kraft A entgegengesetzt und verformt die Wand 31 der ersten Kammer derart, dass das resultierende Volumen V3 der Kammer kleiner ist, als das Volumen V1. Die Kompression der Kammer 3 bewirkt einen Überdruck in der Kammer 3, welcher durch eine Medien- bzw. Luftströmung durch das Verbindungselement 5 in Richtung der zweiten Kammer 4 ausgeglichen wird. 6 shows the pressure field generating device 2 in a third state, with the second chamber 4 again being placed on the body part 11 to be stimulated is. The third state is characterized in that a force B acting on the first chamber 3 causes a reduction in volume or compression of the chamber 3 . In detail, the force B is opposite in direction to the direction of the force A and deforms the wall 31 of the first chamber such that the resulting volume V3 of the chamber is smaller than the volume V1. The compression of the chamber 3 causes an overpressure in the chamber 3, which is compensated for by a media or air flow through the connecting element 5 in the direction of the second chamber 4.

Diese Medienströmung ist nun durch die Ausrichtung der Öffnung 51 und/oder des Verbindungselements 5 vorzugsweise auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11, insbesondere auf die Eichel der Klitoris 12, gerichtet. Die erfindungsgemäße indirekte (Druck-)Massage erfolgt durch das auf das Körperteil 11 strömende Medium. Dabei ist die Größe der Öffnung 51 derart dimensioniert, dass diese im Verhältnis zu dem in der ersten Kammer 3 verdrängten Volumen klein genug ist, um das Medium für eine spürbare Massagewirkung ausreichend zu beschleunigen.Due to the orientation of the opening 51 and/or the connecting element 5, this flow of media is preferably directed towards the part of the body 11 to be stimulated, in particular towards the glans of the clitoris 12. The indirect (pressure) massage according to the invention is carried out by the medium flowing onto the body part 11 . The size of the opening 51 is dimensioned such that it is small enough in relation to the volume displaced in the first chamber 3 to sufficiently accelerate the medium for a noticeable massage effect.

Weiter kann die Art der Strömung nicht nur durch die Größe und die Ausrichtung der Öffnung 51 vorteilhaft beeinflusst werden, sondern auch durch die innere Konfiguration des Verbindungselements. Beispielsweise können helixförmige Rillen in dem Verbindungselement 5 einen Drall der erfindungsgemäßen Strömung verursachen, wobei das Strömungsprofil der Strömung eine "weichere" bzw. turbulentere Wirkung auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil entfaltet. Alternativ kann das sich in der zweiten Kammer 4 ergebende Druckfeld mit Hilfe mehrerer Öffnungen 51 entsprechend der Anwendung angepasst werden.Furthermore, the nature of the flow can be advantageously influenced not only by the size and orientation of the opening 51, but also by the internal configuration of the connecting element. For example, helical grooves in the connecting element 5 can cause the flow according to the invention to swirl, with the flow profile of the flow developing a “softer” or more turbulent effect on the body part to be stimulated. Alternatively, the pressure field resulting in the second chamber 4 can be adjusted with the aid of a plurality of openings 51 according to the application.

Bei der in den Figuren 4 bis 6 gezeigten Anordnung ist vorteilhaft, dass diese hygienisch unproblematisch (beispielsweise aufgrund der Vermeidung von Toträumen) und in der Herstellung einfach ist. Beispielsweise sind keine Ventile oder weitere Öffnungen in oder an der ersten Kammer 3 erforderlich.At the in the Figures 4 to 6 The arrangement shown is advantageous in that it is hygienically unproblematic (e.g. due to the avoidance of dead space) and is easy to manufacture. For example, no valves or other openings in or on the first chamber 3 are required.

Fig. 7 zeigt einen zweiten Aspekt der vorliegenden Erfindung mit einem alternativen Aufbau der Druckerzeugungseinrichtung 2. So können die Wände 31 und 41 der ersten und zweiten Kammer 3 und 4 derart ineinander eingreifen, dass diese ebenso wie bei dem ersten Aspekt des Aufbaus der Druckerzeugungseinrichtung 2 zwei kommunizierende Kammern mit einem Verbindungselement 5 ausbilden. So entfällt eine gesonderte Halterung, während die zweite Kammer 4 austauschbar ist. Zudem kann das Verbindungselement 5 integral oder einstückig mit der Wand 41 der zweiten Kammer 4 ausgestaltet sein. Eine austauschbare Kammer 4 hat den Vorteil, dass auf diese Weise verschiedene, auf das jeweilige Körperteil angepasste Formgebungen der Kammer 4 zum Einsatz kommen können (eine nähere Erläuterung hierzu findet sich später), ohne dazu die gesamte Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 auszutauschen zu müssen. Alternativ kann die zweite Kammer 4 auch an dem Gehäuse 8 steckbar befestigt werden (nicht näher dargestellt). Die Wand 31 der ersten Kammer 3 kann beispielsweise mit dem Gehäuse 8 verklebt oder verschraubt sein. 7 shows a second aspect of the present invention with an alternative structure of the pressure generating device 2. The walls 31 and 41 of the first and second chambers 3 and 4 can engage in one another in such a way that, just like in the first aspect of the structure of the pressure generating device 2, they are two communicating chambers form with a connecting element 5. A separate holder is not required, while the second chamber 4 can be replaced. In addition, the connecting element 5 can be designed integrally or in one piece with the wall 41 of the second chamber 4 . An exchangeable chamber 4 has the advantage that in this way different shapes of the chamber 4 adapted to the respective body part can be used (a more detailed explanation of this can be found later), without having to exchange the entire stimulation device 1 for this purpose. Alternatively, the second chamber 4 can also be plugged into the housing 8 (not shown). The wall 31 of the first chamber 3 can be glued or screwed to the housing 8, for example.

Auch kann, wie in Fig. 7 durch die gestrichelte Linie und den Doppelpfeil C näher dargestellt, die Expansion und die Kompression der ersten Kammer 3 durch eine Kraftwirkung erfolgen, die senkrecht zur der Achsrichtung des Verbindungselements 5 liegt. Grundsätzlich kann die durch die Antriebseinheit 5 mittelbar oder unmittelbar auf die erste Kammer 3 ausgeübte Kraft aus einer beliebigen Richtung erfolgen. Entscheidend ist hier bei nur, dass das Volumen ersten Kammer 3 durch die Antriebseinheit 6 vergrößert und verkleinert werden kann.Also can, as in 7 represented in more detail by the dashed line and the double arrow C, the expansion and the compression of the first chamber 3 take place by means of a force which is perpendicular to the axial direction of the connecting element 5 . In principle, the force exerted by the drive unit 5 directly or indirectly on the first chamber 3 can come from any direction. The only decisive factor here is that the volume of the first chamber 3 can be increased and decreased by the drive unit 6 .

Fig. 8 zeigt einen dritten Aspekt der Erfindung mit einem einstückigen bzw. einteiligen Aufbau der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2. Dabei kann als Material der Kammern 3 und 4 ein elastisches Material, beispielsweise Silikon oder Gummi, zum Einsatz kommen. Vorteilhaft ist hierbei, dass evtl. hygienisch bedenkliche Spalte vermieden werden und der Herstellungsaufwand niedriger ist. Auch in diesem Falle kann die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 mit dem Gehäuse 8 verklebt oder verschraubt sein. Eine Änderung des Volumens der ersten Kammer 3 erfolgt hier in analoger Weise, wie in Zusammenhang mit Fig. 7 beschrieben. 8 shows a third aspect of the invention with a one-piece or one-piece construction of the pressure field generating device 2. The material of the chambers 3 and 4 can be an elastic material, for example silicone or rubber. come into use. The advantage here is that possibly hygienically questionable gaps are avoided and the production costs are lower. In this case, too, the pressure field generating device 2 can be glued or screwed to the housing 8 . A change in the volume of the first chamber 3 takes place here in a manner analogous to that in connection with FIG 7 described.

Fig. 9 zeigt einen vierten Aspekt der Erfindung mit einem alternativen Aufbau der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2. Dabei sind die zweite Kammer 4, mehrere Verbindungselemente 5, sowie Teilabschnitte der Wand 31 der ersten Kammer 3 einstückig ausgebildet. Alternativ kann die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 unter Wahrung des geometrischen Vorbilds der Fig. 9 in ähnlicher Weise wie in Fig. 4 oder 7 dargestellt auch zwei- oder mehrstückig aus Einzelteilen aufgebaut sein. 9 shows a fourth aspect of the invention with an alternative structure of the pressure field generating device 2. The second chamber 4, several connecting elements 5, and sections of the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 are designed in one piece. Alternatively, the pressure field generating device 2 while maintaining the geometric model 9 in a similar way as in 4 or 7 shown also be constructed in two or more pieces from individual parts.

Die Volumenänderung der ersten Kammer 3 erfolgt hier in einer zur Kolbenpumpe ähnlichen Weise, jedoch fehlen hier etwaig vorhandene Ventile. So wird ein Kolben 63 durch die Antriebseinheit, beispielsweise ein Elektromotor oder ein Elektromagnet, in den Richtungen des Doppelpfeils D hin- und herbewegt. Diese Art des Antriebs hat den Vorteil, dass das Volumen der ersten Kammer 3 in einfacher Weise auf Null bzw. auf annähernd Null verringert werden kann, und so die erste Kammer 3 fast vollständig entleert werden kann.The change in volume of the first chamber 3 takes place here in a manner similar to that of the piston pump, but any valves that may be present are missing here. Thus, a piston 63 is reciprocated in the directions of the double arrow D by the driving unit, for example an electric motor or an electromagnet. This type of drive has the advantage that the volume of the first chamber 3 can be reduced to zero or almost zero in a simple manner, and the first chamber 3 can thus be emptied almost completely.

Die Ausgestaltung des Verbindungselements 5 mit mehreren Kanälen 52 und Öffnungen 51 führt zu einer Verteilung des Druckfeldes auf mehrere Konzentrationspunkte. Während die Ausgestaltung des Verbindungselements 5 mit nur einem Kanal, wie in Zusammenhang mit Fig. 6 beschrieben, zur Ausbildung eines stark konzentrierten Medien- bzw. Luftstroms auf einen Zielbereich hin führt, kann bei der in Fig. 9 gezeigten Ausgestaltung des Verbindungselements 5 der Medien- bzw. Luftstrom auf mehrere Zielbereiche verteilt werden. So kann beispielweise die Klitoris 11 nicht nur an seiner Eichel angeblasen werden, sondern gleichmäßig von mehreren Seiten. Diese Verteilung der Konzentration der Luftströmung auf mehrere Bereiche kann je nach Anwendung helfen, eine Überstimulation zu vermeiden, und/oder helfen, den Stimulationsbereich zu vergrößern.The configuration of the connecting element 5 with a plurality of channels 52 and openings 51 results in the pressure field being distributed over a plurality of concentration points. While the configuration of the connecting element 5 with only one channel, as in connection with 6 described, leads to the formation of a highly concentrated flow of media or air towards a target area, in 9 shown configuration of the connecting element 5 of the media or air flow can be distributed to several target areas. For example, the clitoris 11 can not only be blown on his glans, but evenly from several sides. This distribution of airflow concentration across multiple areas can help prevent overstimulation and/or help increase the stimulation area, depending on the application.

Die Figuren 10a bis 10c zeigen einen fünften Aspekt der Erfindung mit (Teil-) Querschnitten eines Aufbaus der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 mit einem Biegeelement 64 als Antrieb zur Volumenänderung der ersten Kammer 3. Das Biegelement 64 kann beispielsweise ein herkömmliches piezoelektrisches Biegelement sein, welches sich nach Anlegen einer Spannung verformt bzw. biegt. Bei diesem Aspekt der Erfindung ist die Wand 31 der ersten Kammer 3 starr bzw. steif aufgebaut, während das Biegeelement 64 in geeigneter Weise an den Seiten der ersten Kammer 3 eingepasst ist. Dabei sind die Übergangsstellen zwischen dem Biegeelement 64 und der Wand 31 abgedichtet (beispielsweise elastisch verklebt). Bei diesem Aufbau ist der Antrieb für die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 schon in diese integriert und es entfällt ein externer Antrieb. Beispielsweise entfällt ein Elektromotor mit einem Exzenter. Dadurch können u.A. evtl. störende Eigenschwingungen aufgrund der Exzenterbewegung der Stimulationsvorrichtung verringert werden.The Figures 10a to 10c show a fifth aspect of the invention with (partial) cross sections of a structure of the pressure field generation device 2 with a bending element 64 as a drive for changing the volume of the first chamber 3. The bending element 64 can be, for example, a conventional piezoelectric bending element, which deforms or bends when a voltage is applied. bends. In this aspect of the invention, the wall 31 of the first chamber 3 is of rigid construction while the flexure 64 is suitably fitted to the sides of the first chamber 3 . The transition points between the bending element 64 and the wall 31 are sealed (e.g. elastically bonded). With this structure, the drive for the pressure field generating device 2 is already integrated into the device and an external drive is not required. For example, there is no electric motor with an eccentric. In this way, possibly disturbing natural oscillations due to the eccentric movement of the stimulation device can be reduced.

Im Detail zeigt Fig. 10a die Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 mit dem Biegeelement 64 in Neutralstellung. Somit ist das Volumen der ersten Kammer 3 mit dem Biegeelement 64 in Neutralstellung das Standardvolumen. Fig. 10b zeigt weiter die erste Kammer 3 mit einem erregten und in Folge nach Außen gebogenen Biegelement, weshalb das Volumen der ersten Kammer 3 vergrößert ist; und in Folge herrscht in der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 ein Unterdruck. Fig. 10c zeigt ein in Vergleich zu Fig. 10b entgegengesetzt erregtes Biegeelement der ersten Kammer 3, weshalb das Volumen der ersten Kammer 3 verkleinert ist; und in Folge herrscht in der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 ein Überdruck.shows in detail Figure 10a the pressure field generating device 2 with the bending element 64 in the neutral position. Thus, the volume of the first chamber 3 with the flexure 64 in the neutral position is the standard volume. Figure 10b Fig. 12 further shows the first chamber 3 with an excited and consequently outwardly deflected flexure, whereby the volume of the first chamber 3 is increased; and as a result there is a negative pressure in the pressure field generating device 2 . Figure 10c shows a compared to Figure 10b oppositely excited bending element of the first chamber 3, which is why the volume of the first chamber 3 is reduced; and as a result there is an overpressure in the pressure field generating device 2 .

Fig. 11 zeigt eine zweite Ausführungsform der Erfindung mit einer örtlich getrennten Anordnung der Kammern 3 und 4 der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2. Dabei sind die Kammern 3 und 4 über ein ausgedehntes Verbindungselement 5 verbunden, welches ein längerer flexibler Schlauch oder ein auch starres Rohr sein kann. Beispielsweise kann die Länge des Verbindungselements 5 0,5m betragen. Damit ist es möglich, das Gehäuse 8 in einer Hand zu halten, während die andere Hand die zweite Kammer 4 auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 hält; oder aber kann man das Gehäuse 8 einfach zur Seite legen, während der Benutzer nur die zweite Kammer 4 in Händen hält. Alternativ kann der Fortsatz 140 in ein Körperteil eingeführt sein, wobei es dabei nicht mehr notwendig ist, dass die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 in der Hand gehalten wird. 11 shows a second embodiment of the invention with a locally separate arrangement of the chambers 3 and 4 of the pressure field generating device 2. The chambers 3 and 4 are connected via an extended connecting element 5, which can be a longer, flexible hose or a rigid pipe. For example, the length of the connecting element 5 can be 0.5 m. This makes it possible to hold the housing 8 in one hand while the other hand holds the second chamber 4 on the body part 11 to be stimulated; or you can simply put the housing 8 aside while the user only holds the second chamber 4 in his hands. Alternatively, the extension 140 can be inserted into a body part, in which case it is no longer necessary for the stimulation device 1 to be held in the hand.

Die Figuren 12 a) bis 12 f) zeigen verschiedene Unter- und Seitenansichten weiterer Aspekte der zweiten Kammer 4 der vorliegenden Erfindung. Im Detail zeigt Fig. 12 a) eine Unteransicht einer kreisförmigen zweiten Kammer 4 mit einer mittig angeordneten Öffnung 51; Fig. 12 b) eine Unteransicht einer dreiecksförmigen zweiten Kammer 4 mit einer mittig angeordneten Öffnung 51; Fig. 12 c) eine Unteransicht einer ovalen zweiten Kammer 4 mit einer mittig angeordneten Öffnung 51; und Fig. 12 d) eine Unteransicht einer annähernd acht-förmigen zweiten Kammer 4 mit zwei zur Mitte versetzt angeordneten Öffnungen 51. Fig. 12 e) zeigt weiter einen Seitenquerschnitt einer erfindungsgemäßen zweiten Kammer 4, wobei die zweite Kammer 4 zusätzlich eine erweiterte Kontaktfläche 43 zur Haut bzw. ein Auflageteil 43 aufweist, um die (Ab-) Dichtfunktion der zweiten Kammer 4 an der Haut zu verbessern. Die erweiterte Kontaktfläche 43 kann zudem Rillen oder Vorsprünge aufweisen, die die Dichtfunktion noch weiter verbessern. Fig. 12 f) zeigt einen Seitenquerschnitt einer zweiten Kammer 4 mit mehreren getrennten Verbindungselementen 5 und einer erweiterten Kontaktfläche aufgrund des Auflageteils 43.The Figures 12 a) to 12 f) Fig. 12 show various bottom and side views of further aspects of the second chamber 4 of the present invention. shows in detail Fig. 12 a) a bottom view of a circular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51; Fig. 12 b) a bottom view of a triangular second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51; Fig. 12 c) a bottom view of an oval second chamber 4 with a centrally located opening 51; and Fig. 12d) a bottom view of an approximately eight-shaped second chamber 4 with two openings 51 offset to the center. Fig. 12e) also shows a side cross-section of a second chamber 4 according to the invention, the second chamber 4 additionally having an extended contact surface 43 to the skin or a support part 43 in order to improve the (sealing) sealing function of the second chamber 4 on the skin. The extended contact surface 43 can also have grooves or projections that further improve the sealing function. Fig. 12 f) shows a side cross-section of a second chamber 4 with several separate connecting elements 5 and an extended contact area due to the support part 43.

So kann die Form der zweiten Kammer 4 grundsätzlich an die Anatomie der zu stimulierenden erogenen Zone angepasst sein. Dabei ist die Form der Kammer 4 von Fig. 12 a) beispielsweise an die runde Form der Brust angepasst, während die Form der Kammer 4 der Fig. 12 c) besser an die Form der weiblichen Vulva angepasst ist. Weiter bestimmt die Form der zweiten Kammer 4 zudem auch die Ausprägung des erfindungsgemäßen Druckfeldes. So bestimmt die Größe der zweiten Kammer 4 im Verhältnis zu dem von der ersten Kammer 3 verdrängten Volumen die Höhe des erreichbaren Unter- bzw. Überdrucks. Weiter kann über die Nähe der Öffnung 51 des Verbindungselements 5 zu dem zu stimulierenden Hautbereich die Intensität der erfindungsgemäßen Massagewirkung auf diese bestimmt werden. Mit mehreren Öffnungen 51, vgl. Fig. 12 d), kann die Massagewirkung auch auf mehrere Bereiche verteilt werden. So kann beispielsweise die Klitoris weniger direkt an der sehr empfindlichen Klitoriseichel stimuliert werden (vgl. Fig. 12 e)), sondern verstärkt an den die Klitoriseichel umgebenden Bereichen, um eine Überreizung der Klitoris zu vermeiden.In principle, the shape of the second chamber 4 can be adapted to the anatomy of the erogenous zone to be stimulated. The shape of the chamber 4 is Fig. 12 a) For example, adapted to the round shape of the breast, while the shape of the chamber 4 of Fig. 12 c) better adapted to the shape of the female vulva. Furthermore, the shape of the second chamber 4 also determines the form of the pressure field according to the invention. The size of the second chamber 4 in relation to the volume displaced by the first chamber 3 thus determines the amount of negative or positive pressure that can be achieved. Furthermore, the intensity of the massage effect according to the invention on the skin area to be stimulated can be determined via the proximity of the opening 51 of the connecting element 5 to the skin area. With several openings 51, cf. Fig. 12d) , the massage effect can also be distributed over several areas. For example, the clitoris can be stimulated less directly on the very sensitive glans of the clitoris (cf. Fig. 12e) ), but reinforced in the areas surrounding the glans of the clitoris to avoid clitoral overstimulation.

Fig. 13 zeigt ein Blockdiagramm eines Beispiels eines funktionellen Aufbaus einer Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung mit einer Steuereinrichtung 7, einer Antriebseinheit 6, einer Beleuchtung 9, einem An-/AusSchalter 74, Bedienelementen 71, einer Batterie 76 und einer externen Stromversorgung 73. 13 shows a block diagram of an example of a functional structure of an embodiment of the present invention with a control device 7, a drive unit 6, a light 9, an on/off switch 74, operating elements 71, a battery 76 and an external power supply 73.

Die Steuereinrichtung 7, welche beispielsweise einen Mikrocontroller aufweist oder festverdrahtet ist, steuert zunächst die Stromversorgung aller Verbraucher der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1, sowie optional einen Lade- und Entladevorgang der Batterie 76 und/oder ein Batteriemanagement. Insbesondere steuert die Steuereinrichtung 7 die Erregung der Antriebseinheit 6, beispielsweise die Größe der Auslenkung, die Frequenz, die Modulation, etc.The control device 7, which has a microcontroller, for example, or is hard-wired, initially controls the power supply for all consumers of the stimulation device 1, and optionally a charging and discharging process for the battery 76 and/or battery management. In particular, the control device 7 controls the excitation of the drive unit 6, for example the size of the deflection, the frequency, the modulation, etc.

Optional vorgesehene Bedienelemente 71 dienen der Einstellung der Betriebsart des Gerätes, d.h. der Einstellung des Modulationsmusters des Druckfeldes. Die Bedienelemente 71 können beispielsweise als zumindest ein Drucktaster, als zumindest ein Drehschalter, oder als zumindest ein berührungsempfindlicher Schalter ausgeführt sein. Weiter können die Bedienelemente 71 ein optisches Feedback zur Betätigung, beispielsweise mittels in den Schalter integrierter Leuchtdioden (LED), abgeben.Optionally provided operating elements 71 are used to set the operating mode of the device, i.e. to set the modulation pattern of the print field. The operating elements 71 can be designed, for example, as at least one push button, as at least one rotary switch, or as at least one touch-sensitive switch. Furthermore, the operating elements 71 can provide visual feedback for actuation, for example by means of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) integrated into the switch.

Eine optionale Anzeige 72 dient der Information des Benutzers über den Gerätezustand und/oder den Einstellzustand. Die Anzeige 72 kann beispielsweise aus einer Mehrzahl von Leuchtdioden oder als LCD-Anzeige ausgestaltet sein. Die angezeigten Informationen können beispielsweise der Ladezustand einer optionalen Batterie oder die aktuelle Einstellung des Modulationsmusters sein.An optional display 72 is used to inform the user about the device status and/or the setting status. The display 72 can be configured, for example, from a plurality of light-emitting diodes or as an LCD display. The information displayed can be, for example, the charge level of an optional battery or the current setting of the modulation pattern.

Weiter kann die Steuereinrichtung 7 einen Speicher aufweisen, in dem zumindest ein Modulations- bzw. Stimulationsmuster (diese werden in Zusammenhang mit Fig. 14 a) bis c) näher erläutert) abgespeichert ist. Die Antriebseinheit 6 kann nun nach Wahl des Benutzers der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 über die Bedienelemente 71 entsprechend dieser vorgespeicherten Stimulationsmuster in seiner Erregung angesteuert werden. Die Stimulationsmuster des Druckfeldes können optional auch durch den Benutzer über die Bedienelemente individuell erstellt und abgespeichert werden.Furthermore, the control device 7 can have a memory in which at least one modulation or stimulation pattern (these are described in connection with Fig. 14 a) to c) explained in more detail) is stored. According to the choice of the user of the stimulation device 1, the drive unit 6 can now be actuated in terms of its excitation via the operating elements 71 in accordance with these pre-stored stimulation patterns. The stimulation patterns of the pressure field can optionally also be individually created and saved by the user using the operating elements.

Eine (nicht näher dargestellte) Buchse kann der externen Stromversorgung der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 über einen externen Stecker dienen, welcher beispielsweise an einen externen Netzadapter angeschlossen ist. Um die Spritzwasserfestigkeit der Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 sicherzustellen, kann auch anstelle der Buchse ein magnetisch-induktiver Übertrager vorgesehen sein, welcher eine Leistungsübertragung in die Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 ohne einen elektrischen leitenden Kontakt ermöglicht. Vorzugsweise weist dieA socket (not shown in detail) can be used for the external power supply of the stimulation device 1 via an external plug which is connected to an external mains adapter, for example. In order to ensure that the stimulation device 1 is splash-proof, a magneto-inductive transmitter can also be provided instead of the socket, which enables power to be transmitted into the stimulation device 1 without an electrically conductive contact. Preferably, the

Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 zudem eine Batterie, beispielsweise einen Nickel-Metalhydrit-Akku (NiMH), für einen kabellosen Betrieb auf. Alternativ kann auch ein (längeres) Stromversorgungskabel aus der Stimulationsvorrichtung herausgeführt sein.Stimulation device 1 also has a battery, for example a nickel-metal hydride battery (NiMH), for wireless operation. Alternatively, a (longer) power supply cable can also be routed out of the stimulation device.

Fig. 14 a) zeigt den zeitlichen Verlauf eines Gesamtdrucks p in der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung (2) bei Anwendung dieser zur Stimulation. Die gestrichelte Linie gibt den Referenzdruck, beispielsweise den aktuell herrschende atmosphärischen Druck, an, welcher außerhalb der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung (2) vorhanden ist. Wird die zweite Kammer 4 nun auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil 11 aufgesetzt, wird der anfangs herrschende Umgebungsdruck der in Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung (2) etwa beibehalten. Nunmehr wird angenommen, dass die zweite Kammer 4 auf das zu stimulierende Körperteil weitgehend dicht aufgesetzt ist. Nach Aktivierung der Stimulationsvorrichtung wird die Antriebseinheit 6 von der Steuereinrichtung 7 gemäß einem vorgespeicherten Stimulationsmusters angesteuert bzw. erregt. Entsprechend werden sich das Volumen der ersten Kammer 3 und damit der Gesamtdruck in der Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 ändern, wobei die Druckänderungen auf den Referenzdruck aufmoduliert werden. Das in Fig. 14 a) beispielhaft gezeigte Druck- bzw. Stimulationsmuster entwickelt ein gepulstes, regelmäßiges Druckfeld. In Phasen der Erhöhung des Drucks wird die zu stimulierende erogene Zone angeblasen bzw. massiert, während in den Zeiten, in denen ein Unterdruck herrscht, die Durchblutung des Körperteils 11, beispielsweise der Klitoris, gefördert wird. So existieren erfindungsgemäß Zeiträume (In Fig. 14 a) mit I) gekennzeichnet), in denen ein Unterdruck herrscht, während die Klitoris gleichzeitig indirekt massiert wird. Fig. 14 a) shows the time course of a total pressure p in the pressure field generating device (2) when using this for stimulation. The dashed line indicates the reference pressure, for example the currently prevailing atmospheric pressure, which is present outside the pressure field generating device (2). If the second chamber 4 is now placed on the body part 11 to be stimulated, the ambient pressure initially prevailing in the pressure field generating device (2) is approximately maintained. It is now assumed that the second chamber 4 is placed largely tightly on the body part to be stimulated. After activation of the stimulation device, the drive unit 6 is controlled or excited by the control device 7 according to a pre-stored stimulation pattern. The volume of the first chamber 3 and thus the overall pressure in the pressure field generating device 2 will change accordingly, with the pressure changes being modulated onto the reference pressure. This in Fig. 14 a) The pressure or stimulation pattern shown as an example develops a pulsed, regular pressure field. In phases when the pressure is increased, the erogenous zone to be stimulated is blown on or massaged, while the blood circulation in the body part 11, for example the clitoris, is promoted in the times when there is negative pressure. According to the invention, there are time periods (In Fig. 14 a) marked I)) in which there is negative pressure while the clitoris is massaged indirectly at the same time.

Fig. 14 b) zeigt drei Beispiele von alternativen Stimulationsmustern. So ist in dem mit II) gekennzeichneten Bereich ein gepulstes Stimulationsmuster mit hoher Amplitude dargestellt. In dem mit III) gekennzeichneten Bereich ist ein gepulstes Stimulationsmuster mit niedriger Amplitude dargestellt. Weiter ist in dem mit IV) gekennzeichneten Bereich ein in der zeitlichen Abfolge und in der Amplitude unregelmäßiges bzw. asymmetrisches Stimulationsmuster abgebildet. Die Muster können je nach körperlicher Wirkung / Anwendung und nach individuellen Wünschen variiert werden. Fig. 14 b) shows three examples of alternative stimulation patterns. A pulsed stimulation pattern with a high amplitude is shown in the area marked II). A pulsed stimulation pattern with a low amplitude is shown in the area marked III). Next is in a stimulation pattern that is irregular or asymmetrical in terms of time sequence and amplitude is shown in the area marked IV). The patterns can be varied depending on the physical effect / application and according to individual wishes.

Fig. 14 c) zeigt ein weiteres Beispiel eines alternativen Stimulationsmusters. So kann die Stärke des Drucks mit der Zeit zunehmen, um sich an den Erregungszustand des Benutzers anzupassen. Fig. 14 c) Figure 12 shows another example of an alternative stimulation pattern. This allows the level of pressure to increase over time to adapt to the user's state of arousal.

Die Erfindung lässt neben den erläuterten Ausführungsformen weitere Gestaltungsgrundsätze zu. So können verschiedene Anordnungen bzw. Aufbauten der ersten Kammer 3 beliebig mit verschiedenen Ausführungen der zweiten Kammer 5 oder dem Verbindungselement 5 kombiniert werden. Beispielsweise kann die erste Kammer 3 mit dem Antrieb der Figuren 10 mit der zweiten Kammer der Fig. 12 f) kombiniert werden.In addition to the explained embodiments, the invention permits further design principles. Thus, different arrangements or constructions of the first chamber 3 can be combined with different versions of the second chamber 5 or the connecting element 5 as desired. For example, the first chamber 3 with the drive figures 10 with the second chamber of Fig. 12 f) be combined.

Obschon bei allen Ausführungsformen nur eine erste Kammer 3 dargestellt ist, können auch zwei oder mehr erste Kammern 3 vorhanden sein, welche dann entsprechend simultan oder zeitversetzt derart angetrieben werden, dass diese Ihr Volumen ändern, um ein erfindungsgemäßes Druckfeld aufzubauen.Although only one first chamber 3 is shown in all embodiments, two or more first chambers 3 can also be present, which are then driven simultaneously or with a time delay such that they change their volume in order to build up a pressure field according to the invention.

Obschon bei allen Ausführungsformen nur eine Öffnung aus der ersten Kammer 3 zu dem Verbindungselement 5 dargestellt ist, so können auch mehrere Öffnungen für ein Verbindungselement 5 oder auch mehrere Öffnungen für mehrere Verbindungselemente 5 in der ersten Kammer 3 vorhanden sein.Although only one opening from the first chamber 3 to the connecting element 5 is shown in all embodiments, there can also be several openings for one connecting element 5 or also several openings for several connecting elements 5 in the first chamber 3 .

Eine Stimulationsvorrichtung 1 kann mehrere Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtung 2 aufweisen. So können beispielsweise zwei Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtungen vorhanden sein, um zwei erogene Zonen gleichzeitig zu stimulieren.A stimulation device 1 can have several pressure field generating devices 2 . For example, two pressure field generating devices can be present in order to stimulate two erogenous zones simultaneously.

Die erfindungsgemäßen Stimulationsmuster können von dem in den Figuren 14 a), b) und c) gezeigten Mustern abweichen, solange diese eine zeitliche Abfolge von Unter- und Überdrücken aufweisen. Beispielsweise kann zu Beginn bzw. nach Aktivierung der Vorrichtung zunächst ein relativ lang anhaltender Unterdruck aufgebaut sein (beispielsweise 3 Minuten), um die Durchblutung der zu stimulierenden Zone effektiv zu erhöhen, worauf dann langsam in der Amplitude größer werdende Pulse von Unter- und Überdrücken folgen.The stimulation pattern according to the invention can be of the in the Figures 14 a), b) and c) deviate from the patterns shown as long as they show a chronological sequence of negative and positive pressures. For example, at the beginning or after activation of the device, a relatively long-lasting negative pressure can be built up (e.g. 3 minutes) in order to effectively increase the blood circulation in the zone to be stimulated, which is then followed by pulses of negative and positive pressures that slowly increase in amplitude .

Bezugszeichenliste:Reference list:

11
Stimulationsvorrichtungstimulation device
22
Druckfelderzeugungseinrichtungpressure field generating device
33
erste Kammerfirst chamber
44
zweite Kammersecond chamber
55
Verbindungselementfastener
66
Antriebseinheitdrive unit
77
Steuereinrichtungcontrol device
88th
GehäuseHousing
99
Beleuchtunglighting
1111
Körperteilbody part
1212
Klitorisclitoris
3131
Wand der ersten Kammerwall of the first chamber
3232
Halterungbracket
4141
Wand der zweiten Kammerwall of the second chamber
4242
Öffnung der ersten KammerOpening of the first chamber
4343
Kontaktflächecontact surface
5151
Öffnung des Verbindungselements zur zweiten KammerOpening of the connecting element to the second chamber
6161
Antriebswelledrive shaft
6262
Exzentereccentric
6363
KolbenPistons
6464
Biegeelementbending element
7171
Bedienelementcontrol element
7272
AnzeigeAdvertisement
7373
Stromversorgungpower supply
7474
An- /Aus- SchalterOn/off switch
7676
Batteriebattery
7777
Steuerplatinecontrol board
140140
Fortsatzextension
141141
Gelenkjoint
142142
Vibrationsvorrichtungvibration device

Claims (14)

  1. Stimulation device (1) for stimulation of erogenous zones, having:
    one pressure field generating arrangement (2) for indirect stimulation of the clitoris with:
    one first chamber (3); and
    one second chamber (4) with one opening (42) for placing on the clitoris (12); and
    one connection element (5) that connects the first chamber (3) to the second chamber (4); and
    a drive unit (6) that varies the volume of the first chamber (3) such that a stimulating pressure field is generated via the connection element (5) in the second chamber (4); and
    a control device (7) that activates the drive unit (6);
    wherein the control device (7) comprises at least one operating element (71) for adjusting the modulation of the pressure field, and
    a housing (8) which accommodates the pressure field generating arrangement (2); and
    an appendage (140) for direct stimulation of the vagina, wherein the appendage (40) has a dildo shape that can be inserted in the vagina;
    wherein the pressure field generated in the second chamber (4) consists of a pattern of negative and positive pressures, modulated onto normal pressure; and
    wherein the first chamber (3) is connected via the connection element (5) exclusively to the second chamber (4); and
    wherein the housing (8) and the appendage (140) are connected to one another and moveable with respect to one another to fit to the human anatomy such that the opening (42) of the second chamber (4) can be placed over the clitoris for indirect stimulation, while the appendage (140) can simultaneously be inserted into the vagina for direct stimulation, such that body area between the clitoris and the vagina can be stimulated by the combined direct and indirect stimulation.
  2. Stimulation device (1) according to claim 1,
    wherein the one opening (51) of the one connection element (5) is opposite the body part (11) to be stimulated and is directed towards the body part (11) to be stimulated.
  3. Stimulation device (1) according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the second chamber (4) is made of a flexible material and/or is made of an at least partially transparent material and/or is adapted to the shape of the vaginal labia minora such that the vaginal labia minora is completely covered by the opening of the second chamber (4).
  4. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the second chamber (4) is made in one piece with the connection element (5) and the first chamber (3).
  5. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 3, wherein the second chamber (4) of the stimulation device (1) is arranged to be replaceable, wherein the second chamber (4) is arranged separately from the stimulation device (1), and the connection element (5) is a hose or a tube.
  6. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 5, wherein the second chamber (4) has a sealing support part (43) for enlarging the contact surface of the second chamber (4) on the skin.
  7. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 6, wherein the stimulation device (1) has a light (9), for lighting the second chamber (4).
  8. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 7, wherein the connection element (5) has an internal shape and an opening to the second chamber (4) that is configured such that the pressure field is modulated in direction and intensity.
  9. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 8, wherein the stimulation device (1) is a hand-held device.
  10. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 9, wherein the appendage (140) is connected via a joint (141) to the section of the housing (8) that accommodates the pressure field generating arrangement (2).
  11. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 10, wherein the appendage (140) has a vibration device (142).
  12. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 11, wherein the appendage (140) is mounted on the section of the housing (8) that accommodates the pressure field generating arrangement (2) such that the housing (8) of the stimulation device (1) is unitary in form.
  13. Stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 12, wherein the appendage (140) is an elongate, lens-shaped body which is adapted such that the appendage (140) can be inserted in the female vagina.
  14. System with a stimulation device (1) according to any one of the claims 1 to 13, having: a remote control device arranged separately from the stimulation device (1), wherein the control device (7) of the stimulation device (1) can be remotely controlled by the remote control device.
EP15748202.7A 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device having an extension Active EP3267960B1 (en)

Priority Applications (2)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
DK18175171.0T DK3400926T3 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 STIMULATION DEVICE WITH EXTENSION
EP18175171.0A EP3400926B1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device with extension

Applications Claiming Priority (2)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
DE102015103694.0A DE102015103694A1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-03-13 Stimulation device with extension
PCT/EP2015/067017 WO2016146206A1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device having an extension

Related Child Applications (2)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
EP18175171.0A Division-Into EP3400926B1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device with extension
EP18175171.0A Division EP3400926B1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device with extension

Publications (2)

Publication Number Publication Date
EP3267960A1 EP3267960A1 (en) 2018-01-17
EP3267960B1 true EP3267960B1 (en) 2023-06-07

Family

ID=53800960

Family Applications (2)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
EP18175171.0A Active EP3400926B1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device with extension
EP15748202.7A Active EP3267960B1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device having an extension

Family Applications Before (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
EP18175171.0A Active EP3400926B1 (en) 2015-03-13 2015-07-24 Stimulation device with extension

Country Status (14)

Country Link
US (3) US9849061B2 (en)
EP (2) EP3400926B1 (en)
KR (1) KR102122008B1 (en)
CN (1) CN107405252A (en)
AU (2) AU2015386680B2 (en)
CA (1) CA2978495C (en)
DE (2) DE202015105689U1 (en)
DK (2) DK3267960T3 (en)
ES (2) ES2951759T3 (en)
IL (1) IL254247B (en)
MX (1) MX362207B (en)
NZ (1) NZ735229A (en)
SG (1) SG11201707395TA (en)
WO (1) WO2016146206A1 (en)

Families Citing this family (51)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
USD884206S1 (en) * 2019-01-03 2020-05-12 Uccellini LLC Electromechanical massager
US10980703B2 (en) 2018-09-15 2021-04-20 Uccellini LLC Pressure field stimulation device
USD898937S1 (en) * 2019-01-03 2020-10-13 Uccellini LLC Electromechanical massager
DE102013110501B4 (en) 2013-09-23 2016-02-18 Novoluto Gmbh stimulation device
US9950147B2 (en) * 2014-09-12 2018-04-24 Je Matadi, Inc. Apparatus and method for administering a skin care composition
DE202015105689U1 (en) * 2015-03-13 2015-11-11 Novoluto Gmbh Stimulation device with extension
DE102016105019B3 (en) * 2016-03-17 2017-07-06 Fun Factory Gmbh Massage device for pressure wave massage
AU2016208327A1 (en) 2016-04-04 2017-10-19 EIS GmbH Pressure wave massager
DE102016118911A1 (en) * 2016-10-05 2018-04-05 Novoluto Gmbh Pen-shaped stimulation device
DE202016008412U1 (en) 2016-10-05 2017-11-09 Novoluto Gmbh Pen-shaped stimulation device
US10792214B2 (en) 2017-07-12 2020-10-06 LELO Inc. Stimulation devices and methods of use
US11998502B2 (en) * 2017-07-12 2024-06-04 LELO Inc. Stimulation devices and methods of use
USD835796S1 (en) 2017-07-12 2018-12-11 Filip Sedic Stimulation device
WO2019068308A1 (en) * 2017-10-02 2019-04-11 EIS GmbH Stimulation device
WO2019068309A1 (en) 2017-10-02 2019-04-11 EIS GmbH Stimulation device
WO2019083254A1 (en) 2017-10-23 2019-05-02 주식회사 엘지화학 Method for manufacturing cylindrical battery case having improved surface roughness
US10959907B2 (en) 2018-09-15 2021-03-30 Uccellini LLC Stimulation device having a pressure field stimulator and a roller massager
US11007113B2 (en) 2018-09-15 2021-05-18 Uccellini LLC Pressure field stimulator having a cup integrated with a sheath
US11065176B2 (en) 2018-09-15 2021-07-20 Uccellini LLC Pressure field stimulation device
US11185463B2 (en) 2017-10-26 2021-11-30 Uccellini LLC Pressure field stimulation device having an expandable cup top
US11229574B2 (en) 2018-09-15 2022-01-25 Uccellini LLC Massager device with expansion function
WO2020056218A1 (en) * 2018-09-15 2020-03-19 Uccellini LLC Pressure field stimulator having a cup integrated with a sheath
US11318064B2 (en) 2018-09-15 2022-05-03 Uccellini Inc. Pressure field stimulation device
EP3849492A4 (en) * 2018-09-15 2022-08-03 Uccellini LLC Pressure field stimulation device having adaptable arm
US11517495B2 (en) 2018-09-15 2022-12-06 Uccellini Inc. Pressure field stimulation device having adaptable arm
EP3903747A1 (en) 2019-01-24 2021-11-03 Novoluto GmbH Stimulation device for a male penis
ES2907849T3 (en) 2019-03-07 2022-04-26 Novoluto Gmbh Insertable stimulation device
DE102019113623A1 (en) * 2019-05-22 2020-11-26 Fun Factory Gmbh Massage device for interdigital holding
USD902425S1 (en) 2019-08-13 2020-11-17 Clio Designs Incorporated Stimulation device
USD902426S1 (en) 2019-08-13 2020-11-17 Clio Designs Incorporated Stimulation device
USD920530S1 (en) * 2019-09-19 2021-05-25 LELO Inc. Personal massager
USD879990S1 (en) * 2019-11-21 2020-03-31 Chongde Qiu Sex toy
USD879991S1 (en) * 2019-11-21 2020-03-31 Yingzhong Li Sex toy
USD879992S1 (en) * 2019-11-22 2020-03-31 Yingzhong Li Sex toy
USD882109S1 (en) * 2019-11-26 2020-04-21 Shenzhen Tenghangda Technology Co., Ltd. Sex toy
US10993873B1 (en) * 2020-01-05 2021-05-04 Uccellini LLC Pressure field stimulation device
WO2022039629A1 (en) * 2020-08-18 2022-02-24 Юлиана Владимировна МАХНЕВА Vacuum massage cup
USD949414S1 (en) * 2020-09-10 2022-04-19 Danxiao Information Technology Ltd. Personal massager
USD965810S1 (en) * 2020-09-11 2022-10-04 Dongguan Jingdouyun Silicone Electronic Co., Ltd. Vibrator
USD945006S1 (en) * 2020-09-22 2022-03-01 Xuefei CAI Vibrator
USD952887S1 (en) * 2020-12-30 2022-05-24 Dongguan Jindouyun Silicone Electronics Co., Ltd. Vibrator
USD964588S1 (en) 2020-12-30 2022-09-20 Cdi Plusone Corp. Stimulation device
USD965165S1 (en) 2020-12-30 2022-09-27 Cdi Plusone Corp. Stimulation device
USD963186S1 (en) 2020-12-30 2022-09-06 Cdi Plusone Corp. Stimulation device
USD984666S1 (en) * 2021-04-26 2023-04-25 Dongguan Jindouyun Silicone Electronics Co., Ltd. Vibrator
CN215385793U (en) * 2021-04-29 2022-01-04 金成� Massage device with knocking and sucking functions
USD952177S1 (en) * 2021-06-04 2022-05-17 Shenzhen Koala Cross-Border E-Commerce Co., Ltd. Sex toy
USD952890S1 (en) * 2021-06-29 2022-05-24 Dongguan Jindouyun Silicone Electronics Co., Ltd. Vibrator
US20230022993A1 (en) * 2021-07-22 2023-01-26 Shenzhen Svakom Technology Co., Ltd Massage device
USD952891S1 (en) * 2021-09-02 2022-05-24 Dongguan Jindouyun Silicone Electronics Co., Ltd. Vibrator
USD963190S1 (en) 2021-12-14 2022-09-06 Cdi Plusone Corp. Stimulation device

Citations (10)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
CN2153351Y (en) 1992-10-22 1994-01-19 管程霄 Pneumatic health massage device
FR2746639A1 (en) 1996-04-01 1997-10-03 Grea Alain Localised skin massaging instrument
US5725473A (en) 1995-08-28 1998-03-10 Taylor; Larry Thornell Sexual aid
DE20106065U1 (en) 2001-03-30 2001-11-08 Kadri Asis Massage stick with integrated night vision camera
US20020120219A1 (en) 1998-11-18 2002-08-29 Urometrics, Inc. Devices and methods for treatment of incontinence
WO2006063461A1 (en) 2004-12-17 2006-06-22 Bruce Murison Electro-mechanical sexual stimulation device
US20080304984A1 (en) 2007-06-08 2008-12-11 Man-Yan Chan Therapeutic device
WO2013178223A2 (en) 2012-06-01 2013-12-05 Frank Bierschenk Massage device
WO2014131110A1 (en) 2013-02-26 2014-09-04 Massey Matthew Douglas Methods and devices for flexural adult devices
DE102013110501B4 (en) 2013-09-23 2016-02-18 Novoluto Gmbh stimulation device

Family Cites Families (83)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US1730535A (en) * 1927-07-25 1929-10-08 Alfred P Rudolph Hand-operated vacuum massage device
DE582196C (en) 1929-07-12 1933-08-11 Johann Boerlage Dr Single acting air pump for massage
US1882040A (en) 1930-03-08 1932-10-11 William A Roehm Suction-massage apparatus
US1898652A (en) * 1930-07-08 1933-02-21 George A Williams Direct air pulsator
US1964590A (en) 1931-11-28 1934-06-26 Muller Friederich Vibrator
US2017284A (en) 1934-04-16 1935-10-15 Walter E Lembright Massaging device
US2076410A (en) 1935-04-08 1937-04-06 Automatic Musical Instr Co Massage instrument
US2154427A (en) 1935-10-29 1939-04-18 Automatic Instr Company Electric vibrator
US2112646A (en) 1936-08-10 1938-03-29 Biederman Joseph Bear Device for the treatment of diseases of the genital organs
US2234102A (en) 1937-04-26 1941-03-04 Automatic Instr Company Vibrator
DE1463673U (en) 1939-02-14 1939-05-01 Kurt Schönenberger ELECTRIC POWER AND AIR POWERED MASSAGE MACHINE
US2314590A (en) 1940-08-26 1943-03-23 John D Grey Electrovacuum vibrator
US2519790A (en) 1948-12-09 1950-08-22 William H Quinn Massaging apparatus
US2561034A (en) 1949-03-19 1951-07-17 Arlis F Phillips Combination vibrator and vacuum massage device
DE1703184U (en) 1954-02-06 1955-07-21 Hermann Rohling & Co K G VACUUM MASSAGER.
US3396720A (en) 1964-10-30 1968-08-13 Ohkubo Shigeyuki Cosmetic massage device
US3906940A (en) 1974-08-26 1975-09-23 Sohji Kawada Facial treatment device
US3910262A (en) * 1974-11-04 1975-10-07 Dan T Stoughton Therapeutic apparatus
GB1513605A (en) 1975-09-04 1978-06-07 Mabuchi Motor Co Beauty treatment device
JPS53135768A (en) 1977-04-30 1978-11-27 Matsushita Electric Works Ltd Face treating apparatus
JPS5927576B2 (en) 1977-05-06 1984-07-06 松下電工株式会社 Facial massager
JPS53149442A (en) 1977-05-31 1978-12-26 Matsushita Electric Works Ltd Cosmetic device
JPS594135B2 (en) 1978-02-28 1984-01-27 松下電工株式会社 Filter device of suction type facial device
US4428368A (en) 1980-09-29 1984-01-31 Masakatsu Torii Massage device
JPS6041956B2 (en) 1980-12-10 1985-09-19 松下電工株式会社 electric razor trimmer device
JPS63102758A (en) 1986-10-18 1988-05-07 株式会社　アズ・インタ−ナシヨナル Suction cleaner for skin
JPH0636819Y2 (en) 1988-10-15 1994-09-28 鐘紡株式会社 Aspirator
EP0503027B1 (en) 1990-10-01 1995-04-12 BAGNOUD, Marius Lymphatic drainage device
JP2555943Y2 (en) 1991-10-28 1997-11-26 紀伊産業株式会社 Aspirator
CN1056276C (en) * 1992-03-23 2000-09-13 方存云 Suction-kneading massage device for beauty-care
DE4243876A1 (en) 1992-12-23 1994-06-30 Michael Lenke Skin treatment appliance with generator for producing suction area
CN2153352Y (en) 1993-02-01 1994-01-19 寿白山 Massage device with seat
JP2739090B2 (en) 1993-04-15 1998-04-08 株式会社ビバリーコーポレーション Beauty instrument
DE9309994U1 (en) 1993-04-30 1993-10-07 Lenke Michael Massager
CN2198900Y (en) 1994-07-22 1995-05-31 刘剑虹 Portable therapeutic apparatus for removing obstruction in channels
US5593381A (en) 1994-07-25 1997-01-14 Neptune Pundak & Ayalon Ltd. Skin and tissue treatment and stimulation device and method
JP3324990B2 (en) 1998-01-14 2002-09-17 松下電工株式会社 Facial massager
KR20000002800U (en) * 1998-07-10 2000-02-07 최기호 Sphincter Training & Clit Massager
US6099463A (en) 1998-08-03 2000-08-08 Hockhalter; Robert Female stimulator comprising close-fitting clitoral suction chamber
TW558982U (en) 1998-10-26 2003-10-21 Matsushita Electric Works Ltd Facial aesthetic treatment apparatus
WO2000028939A2 (en) 1998-11-18 2000-05-25 Urometrics, Inc. Clitoral treatment devices and methods
DE19853353C2 (en) 1998-11-19 2002-05-02 Hubertus Bordfeld Device for removing insect bites
DE10011289A1 (en) 2000-03-08 2001-09-20 Sven Harzbecker Intensive cleaning tool for removal of dirt from pores, is moved across skin, and has openings alternately dispensing cleaning agent and air then extracting it from pores together with dirt
US6517511B2 (en) 2001-06-22 2003-02-11 Tzu-Chiang Yao Cleansable multi-purpose nasal discharge aspirator
DE20112384U1 (en) 2001-07-27 2001-10-31 W & W Frenkel Gmbh & Co Kg Massage suction cup for vibrating massagers
US20040260209A1 (en) 2003-06-23 2004-12-23 Engli (2001) Ltd. System and method for face and body treatment
CN100434058C (en) 2001-12-17 2008-11-19 皇家飞利浦电子股份有限公司 Personal care apparatus with at least two suction nozzles
US7118527B2 (en) 2002-07-09 2006-10-10 Kyung-Sam Byon Portable electronic penile aneurysm enhancer
US7079898B2 (en) 2002-11-25 2006-07-18 Salomon Cohn Pain relieving and healing device
US6733438B1 (en) 2002-12-23 2004-05-11 Jeffrey Dann Female stimulation device
US7258675B2 (en) 2003-05-21 2007-08-21 Thomas Nichols Facial rejuvenation device and method
JP2005198988A (en) 2004-01-19 2005-07-28 Matsushita Electric Works Ltd Facial beauty appliance
JP3991990B2 (en) 2004-01-19 2007-10-17 松下電工株式会社 Facial massager
DE102004017702A1 (en) 2004-04-10 2005-10-27 Kannengießer, Wilhelm Intimate suction bowl for vacuum therapy equipment, has plastic probe fastened to transparent plastic cylinder, and hose fastened to connection fitting that attaches pressure adjuster to vacuum pump
US7588533B2 (en) 2004-11-26 2009-09-15 Joanne Drysdale Sexual therapy device
US20070100259A1 (en) 2005-11-02 2007-05-03 Nanma Manufacturing Co. Ltd. Massage apparatus
US7967740B2 (en) 2006-08-30 2011-06-28 Ohmea Medical Technologies, Inc. Therapeutic devices for the treatment of various conditions of a female individual
US20080106896A1 (en) 2006-11-03 2008-05-08 Biboting International Co., Ltd. Illumination device for coupling with cup structure
JP2008125577A (en) 2006-11-17 2008-06-05 Eisuke Imanaga Medicinal component delivery system, cup for operation and composition containing medicinal component
TW200848010A (en) 2007-06-15 2008-12-16 Avita Corp Nose vacuum device
US8100886B2 (en) 2007-08-15 2012-01-24 Visiomed Group Sa Aspirator assembly
JP4400665B2 (en) 2007-09-28 2010-01-20 パナソニック電工株式会社 Ultrasonic beauty equipment
US20090118573A1 (en) 2007-11-05 2009-05-07 Min-Hao Tsao Vacuum suction cup
NO329077B1 (en) 2008-11-21 2010-08-16 Vibrotron As Method and apparatus for erection reinforcement
KR101026295B1 (en) 2009-02-18 2011-03-31 장태순 Massaging cup having dual structure for massage apparatus
TWM377220U (en) 2009-05-19 2010-04-01 Biboting Int Co Ltd Mask used for physical therapy
CN202154785U (en) 2010-12-31 2012-03-07 郝新明 Penis-like series condoms
US8870746B2 (en) * 2011-07-07 2014-10-28 Courtney A. Carlson Female stimulation device
US9011316B2 (en) 2011-11-04 2015-04-21 Ohmea Medical Technologies, Inc. Systems and methods for therapeutic treatments of various conditions of a female person
WO2013138658A1 (en) 2012-03-14 2013-09-19 Zipper Ralph Improved sexual stimulation device using light therapy and vibration
CN102600034B (en) 2012-04-20 2013-10-23 爱侣健康科技有限公司 Rotary ball massage rod with vibration function at head
CN102743276B (en) 2012-07-24 2014-09-24 爱侣健康科技有限公司 Omnibearing bending vibration massager
CN102743275B (en) 2012-07-24 2014-04-09 爱侣健康科技有限公司 Mouse roller type sexual massager
US9498404B2 (en) 2012-09-26 2016-11-22 Obotics Inc. Fluidic methods and devices
US20140142374A1 (en) 2012-11-21 2014-05-22 ExploraMed NC6, LLC Devices and Methods for Promoting Female Sexual Wellness
WO2014085736A1 (en) 2012-11-30 2014-06-05 ExploraMed NC6, LLC Devices and methods for promoting female sexual wellness
CN103517697B (en) 2012-12-31 2016-05-18 爱侣健康科技有限公司 Sexual stimulation apparatus
CN103961246B (en) 2013-02-06 2016-02-03 厦门松霖科技有限公司 Pulsating negative-pressure massager and discharging device
US9737457B2 (en) * 2013-04-16 2017-08-22 Eugene Allen Sexual appliances providing improved stimulation of Grafenberg area
CN104248500B (en) 2013-06-10 2016-08-24 温州泓呈祥科技有限公司 Console oneself device
DE202015105689U1 (en) * 2015-03-13 2015-11-11 Novoluto Gmbh Stimulation device with extension
CN104958129A (en) 2015-07-31 2015-10-07 聂琴波 Conductive condom and contraception device
CN204931954U (en) 2015-08-21 2016-01-06 徐明进 A kind of Multifunctional condom of strap retainer

Patent Citations (10)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
CN2153351Y (en) 1992-10-22 1994-01-19 管程霄 Pneumatic health massage device
US5725473A (en) 1995-08-28 1998-03-10 Taylor; Larry Thornell Sexual aid
FR2746639A1 (en) 1996-04-01 1997-10-03 Grea Alain Localised skin massaging instrument
US20020120219A1 (en) 1998-11-18 2002-08-29 Urometrics, Inc. Devices and methods for treatment of incontinence
DE20106065U1 (en) 2001-03-30 2001-11-08 Kadri Asis Massage stick with integrated night vision camera
WO2006063461A1 (en) 2004-12-17 2006-06-22 Bruce Murison Electro-mechanical sexual stimulation device
US20080304984A1 (en) 2007-06-08 2008-12-11 Man-Yan Chan Therapeutic device
WO2013178223A2 (en) 2012-06-01 2013-12-05 Frank Bierschenk Massage device
WO2014131110A1 (en) 2013-02-26 2014-09-04 Massey Matthew Douglas Methods and devices for flexural adult devices
DE102013110501B4 (en) 2013-09-23 2016-02-18 Novoluto Gmbh stimulation device

Also Published As

Publication number Publication date
US9937097B2 (en) 2018-04-10
CA2978495A1 (en) 2016-09-22
CN107405252A (en) 2017-11-28
DK3400926T3 (en) 2023-09-11
IL254247A0 (en) 2017-10-31
ES2951759T3 (en) 2023-10-24
KR102122008B1 (en) 2020-06-11
AU2018203659A1 (en) 2018-06-14
AU2018203659C1 (en) 2022-02-17
KR20170137092A (en) 2017-12-12
US20170027809A1 (en) 2017-02-02
AU2018203659B2 (en) 2019-02-14
EP3400926B1 (en) 2023-06-07
DE202015105689U1 (en) 2015-11-11
US9849061B2 (en) 2017-12-26
DK3267960T3 (en) 2023-09-11
MX2017011795A (en) 2018-03-15
SG11201707395TA (en) 2017-10-30
IL254247B (en) 2018-11-29
DE102015103694A1 (en) 2016-10-13
US20170216135A1 (en) 2017-08-03
EP3400926A1 (en) 2018-11-14
EP3267960A1 (en) 2018-01-17
NZ735229A (en) 2019-03-29
WO2016146206A1 (en) 2016-09-22
AU2015386680B2 (en) 2018-03-22
AU2015386680A1 (en) 2017-09-28
CA2978495C (en) 2022-03-15
MX362207B (en) 2019-01-04
ES2951594T3 (en) 2023-10-23
US20180153764A1 (en) 2018-06-07

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
EP3267960B1 (en) Stimulation device having an extension
EP2976057B1 (en) Stimulation device
EP3305266B1 (en) Pin-shaped stimulation device
EP3998055B1 (en) Insertable stimulation device
EP3405158B1 (en) Improved stimulation apparatus
DE102016105019B3 (en) Massage device for pressure wave massage
DE102013022393B3 (en) Stimulation device
DE202013012621U1 (en) stimulation device
DE202013012387U1 (en) stimulation device
DE202013012257U1 (en) stimulation device
DE102006051077A1 (en) Riding machine for e.g. stimulation of female clitoris, has turntable, which includes number of receivers for connecting rods, and has receivers, which are placed in its center in different distances for connecting rods
DE202015009342U1 (en) Stimulation device with extension
DE202013012263U1 (en) stimulation device
DE202009000102U1 (en) Wellness and massager
DE202023106474U1 (en) Stimulation device for stimulation of the G-spot region

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
STAA Information on the status of an ep patent application or granted ep patent

Free format text: STATUS: THE INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATION HAS BEEN MADE

PUAI Public reference made under article 153(3) epc to a published international application that has entered the european phase

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: 0009012

STAA Information on the status of an ep patent application or granted ep patent

Free format text: STATUS: REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION WAS MADE

17P Request for examination filed

Effective date: 20170830

AK Designated contracting states

Kind code of ref document: A1

Designated state(s): AL AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE ES FI FR GB GR HR HU IE IS IT LI LT LU LV MC MK MT NL NO PL PT RO RS SE SI SK SM TR

AX Request for extension of the european patent

Extension state: BA ME

DAV Request for validation of the european patent (deleted)
DAX Request for extension of the european patent (deleted)
RAP1 Party data changed (applicant data changed or rights of an application transferred)

Owner name: NOVOLUTO GMBH

RAP1 Party data changed (applicant data changed or rights of an application transferred)

Owner name: NOVOLUTO GMBH

STAA Information on the status of an ep patent application or granted ep patent

Free format text: STATUS: EXAMINATION IS IN PROGRESS

17Q First examination report despatched

Effective date: 20190624

STAA Information on the status of an ep patent application or granted ep patent

Free format text: STATUS: EXAMINATION IS IN PROGRESS

RAP3 Party data changed (applicant data changed or rights of an application transferred)

Owner name: NOVOLUTO GMBH

GRAP Despatch of communication of intention to grant a patent

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: EPIDOSNIGR1

STAA Information on the status of an ep patent application or granted ep patent

Free format text: STATUS: GRANT OF PATENT IS INTENDED

INTG Intention to grant announced

Effective date: 20230110

GRAS Grant fee paid

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: EPIDOSNIGR3

GRAA (expected) grant

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: 0009210

STAA Information on the status of an ep patent application or granted ep patent

Free format text: STATUS: THE PATENT HAS BEEN GRANTED

AK Designated contracting states

Kind code of ref document: B1

Designated state(s): AL AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE ES FI FR GB GR HR HU IE IS IT LI LT LU LV MC MK MT NL NO PL PT RO RS SE SI SK SM TR

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: GB

Ref legal event code: FG4D

Free format text: NOT ENGLISH

P01 Opt-out of the competence of the unified patent court (upc) registered

Effective date: 20230503

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: CH

Ref legal event code: EP

Ref country code: AT

Ref legal event code: REF

Ref document number: 1572682

Country of ref document: AT

Kind code of ref document: T

Effective date: 20230615

Ref country code: DE

Ref legal event code: R096

Ref document number: 502015016403

Country of ref document: DE

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: NL

Payment date: 20230728

Year of fee payment: 9

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: DK

Ref legal event code: T3

Effective date: 20230908

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: NL

Ref legal event code: FP

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: LT

Ref legal event code: MG9D

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: NO

Ref legal event code: T2

Effective date: 20230607

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: ES

Ref legal event code: FG2A

Ref document number: 2951594

Country of ref document: ES

Kind code of ref document: T3

Effective date: 20231023

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: SE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: NO

Payment date: 20230825

Year of fee payment: 9

Ref country code: GB

Payment date: 20230731

Year of fee payment: 9

Ref country code: ES

Payment date: 20230821

Year of fee payment: 9

Ref country code: CZ

Payment date: 20230728

Year of fee payment: 9

Ref country code: CH

Payment date: 20230827

Year of fee payment: 9

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: RS

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: LV

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: LT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: HR

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: GR

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230908

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: FR

Payment date: 20230731

Year of fee payment: 9

Ref country code: DK

Payment date: 20230904

Year of fee payment: 9

Ref country code: DE

Payment date: 20230728

Year of fee payment: 9

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: FI

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: SK

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: IS

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20231007

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: SM

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: SK

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: RO

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: PT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20231009

Ref country code: IS

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20231007

Ref country code: EE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: PL

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: DE

Ref legal event code: R026

Ref document number: 502015016403

Country of ref document: DE

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: MC

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

PLBI Opposition filed

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: 0009260

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: BE

Ref legal event code: MM

Effective date: 20230731

PLAX Notice of opposition and request to file observation + time limit sent

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: EPIDOSNOBS2

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: LU

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20230724

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: MC

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: LU

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20230724

26 Opposition filed

Opponent name: EIS GMBH

Effective date: 20240307

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: IE

Ref legal event code: MM4A

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: SI

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: SI

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: IT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20230607

Ref country code: BE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20230731