Cigar smoking equipment and cigar combustion testing methods

Abstract

This application relates to a cigar smoking device and a method for testing the flammability of cigars. The cigar smoking device includes: a vacuum pump and a detachable mouthpiece; wherein the mouthpiece is determined according to the size and shape of the cigar to be tested, and one end of the mouthpiece is used to hold the cigar to be tested, while the other end is connected to the vacuum pump via a pneumatic pipeline; the vacuum pump is used to draw the cigar to be tested; a speed controller connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the rotational speed of the vacuum pump to adjust the drawing force of the cigar to be tested; a time relay connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the working time of the vacuum pump to adjust the drawing frequency of the cigar to be tested. Using this device, the smoking process of different cigars can be simulated, and the flammability of cigars can be accurately evaluated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of tobacco technology, and in particular to a cigar smoking device and a method for testing the flammability of cigars. Background Technology

[0002] In the research, development, and quality control of cigars, the study of cigar combustibility is a key focus. Relying solely on manual smoking has many drawbacks, making smoking equipment a crucial tool. Traditional cigar smoking equipment suffers from numerous problems. For instance, regarding the smoking experience, the diverse sizes and shapes of cigars mean that the included mouthpieces are often not fully compatible, frequently resulting in a mismatch between the cigar diameter and the mouthpiece, affecting the accuracy of cigar combustibility testing. In terms of maintenance and cleaning, with each use, tar and ash produced during combustion accumulate in the complex internal structure, damaging equipment performance, shortening its lifespan, and making cleaning difficult.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a new type of cigar smoking device that can overcome the above-mentioned defects. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a cigar smoking device and a method for testing the flammability of cigars to address the aforementioned technical problems.

[0005] In a first aspect, this application provides a cigar smoking device, comprising:

[0006] A vacuum pump and a detachable mouthpiece; wherein the mouthpiece is determined according to the size and shape of the cigar to be tested, and one end of the mouthpiece is used to hold the cigar to be tested, and the other end is connected to the vacuum pump through a pneumatic pipeline; the vacuum pump is used to draw in the cigar to be tested.

[0007] A speed controller connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the speed of the vacuum pump in order to adjust the suction force of the vacuum pump in drawing the cigar to be tested.

[0008] A time relay connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the working time of the vacuum pump, thereby adjusting the suction frequency of the vacuum pump drawing the cigar to be tested.

[0009] In one embodiment, the cigar smoking device further includes a filter canister and a mouthpiece support;

[0010] The cigarette holder support is used to support the cigarette holder and collect cigarette ash;

[0011] One end of the filter canister is connected to the mouthpiece via a pneumatic pipeline, and the other end is connected to the vacuum pump via a pneumatic pipeline. The filter canister is used to filter the smoke generated by the mouthpiece.

[0012] In one embodiment, the cigar smoking device further includes an air switch and a power module;

[0013] One end of the power module is connected to the time relay to supply power to the vacuum pump, and the other end is connected to the air switch.

[0014] The air switch is used to control the power module.

[0015] Secondly, this application provides a method for testing the flammability of cigars, including:

[0016] Obtain reference puffing parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference puffing parameters include puffing frequency and puffing intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0017] The speed controller of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the inhalation intensity, and the time relay of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the inhalation frequency.

[0018] After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0019] The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

[0020] In one embodiment, configuring the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the cigar type, the cigar size, and the draw intensity includes:

[0021] The smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested are determined based on the type and size of the cigar.

[0022] The rotational speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the suction characteristics and the suction intensity.

[0023] In one embodiment, configuring the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking frequency includes:

[0024] Based on the described smoking frequency, determine the smoking time and pause time for the cigar to be tested.

[0025] The start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device are configured according to the inhalation time and the pause time.

[0026] In one embodiment, the combustion data includes the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation process;

[0027] The evaluation of the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data includes:

[0028] The combustion uniformity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion cross-section of the cigar under test at different sampling times.

[0029] The combustion continuity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times.

[0030] The combustibility of the cigar under test is evaluated based on the combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

[0031] Thirdly, this application also provides a cigar combustion testing device, comprising:

[0032] The parameter acquisition module is used to acquire reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference smoking parameters include smoking frequency and smoking intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0033] The parameter configuration module is used to configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the cigar type, the cigar size and the suction intensity, and to configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the suction frequency.

[0034] The data acquisition module is used to start the cigar smoking device after the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and to collect the combustion data of the cigar to be tested during the simulation.

[0035] The cigar testing module is used to evaluate the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data.

[0036] Fourthly, this application also provides a computer device, including a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a computer program, and the processor executes the computer program to perform the following steps:

[0037] Obtain reference puffing parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference puffing parameters include puffing frequency and puffing intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0038] The speed controller of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the inhalation intensity, and the time relay of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the inhalation frequency.

[0039] After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0040] The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

[0041] Fifthly, this application also provides a computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, performs the following steps:

[0042] Obtain reference puffing parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference puffing parameters include puffing frequency and puffing intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0043] The speed controller of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the inhalation intensity, and the time relay of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the inhalation frequency.

[0044] After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0045] The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

[0046] Sixthly, this application also provides a computer program product, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, performs the following steps:

[0047] Obtain reference puffing parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference puffing parameters include puffing frequency and puffing intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0048] The speed controller of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the inhalation intensity, and the time relay of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the inhalation frequency.

[0049] After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0050] The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

[0051] The aforementioned cigar smoking device and cigar combustibility testing method, by introducing a detachable mouthpiece into the cigar smoking device and flexibly determining the mouthpiece according to the size and shape of the cigar under test, ensures comprehensive compatibility between the mouthpiece and the cigar under test, improving the accuracy of the cigar testing. Furthermore, by introducing a speed controller, the suction force of the cigar under test can be accurately simulated during the smoking process; by introducing a time relay, the suction frequency of the cigar under test can be accurately simulated, ensuring the accuracy of the data collected during the simulation process, thus providing a sufficient data foundation for the subsequent evaluation of the cigar's combustibility. Further, based on the aforementioned cigar smoking device, the device is configured according to the actual data of the cigar under test, i.e., referring to the suction parameters and attribute parameters, so that the cigar smoking device can accurately simulate the smoking process of the cigar under test, ensuring the accuracy of the obtained combustion data; furthermore, this ensures the accuracy of the evaluation results of the cigar's combustibility based on the combustion data of the cigar under test. Attached Figure Description

[0052] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments or related technologies of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0053] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a cigar smoking device provided in one embodiment;

[0054] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of a cigar smoking device provided in another embodiment;

[0055] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of a cigar smoking device provided in yet another embodiment;

[0056] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating a method for testing the flammability of cigar smoke in one embodiment;

[0057] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the configuration of the speed controller for a cigar smoking device in one embodiment.

[0058] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating the configuration of a time relay for a cigar smoking device in one embodiment.

[0059] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the process for evaluating the combustibility of a cigar under test in one embodiment;

[0060] Figure 8 This is a flowchart illustrating a method for testing the flammability of cigar smoke in another embodiment;

[0061] Figure 9 This is a structural block diagram of a cigar combustion testing device in one embodiment;

[0062] Figure 10 This is an internal structural diagram of a computer device in one embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0063] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0064] like Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the cigar smoking device provided in this embodiment. The cigar smoking device includes a vacuum pump 101 and a detachable mouthpiece 102. The mouthpiece 102 is determined according to the size and shape of the cigar to be tested, with one end for holding the cigar and the other end connected to the vacuum pump via a pneumatic pipeline. The vacuum pump is used to draw the cigar to be tested. A speed controller 103 connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the speed of the vacuum pump, thereby adjusting the suction force of the vacuum pump drawing the cigar to be tested. A time relay 104 connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the working time of the vacuum pump, thereby adjusting the suction frequency of the vacuum pump drawing the cigar to be tested. The speed controller can be a pulse width modulation (PWM) speed controller, which controls the output voltage or current by changing the pulse width, thereby achieving speed regulation of the vacuum pump motor. Among them, the pneumatic pipeline can provide a smooth flow path for the flue gas. In this embodiment, the starting pipeline can be a quick-connect starting pipeline to facilitate the installation, disassembly and maintenance of the equipment, reduce the resistance of the pipeline connection to the airflow, and ensure that the delay can be efficiently transmitted between various components.

[0065] It should be noted that the mouthpiece of the cigar smoking device provided in this application embodiment is a detachable and replaceable mouthpiece. Specifically, the mouthpiece can be manufactured using 3D printing technology according to the size and shape of the cigar to be tested, and its 3D printed structure can be optimized according to different usage scenarios and needs.

[0066] The vacuum pump generates a negative pressure to draw in the cigars being tested. A connected speed controller adjusts the pump motor's speed to precisely control the negative pressure, adapting to the different drawing requirements of various cigars. Furthermore, a time relay connected to the vacuum pump adjusts the pump's suction and pause times, accurately simulating the drawing rhythm of a cigar, ensuring uniform and stable combustion, and guaranteeing stable and continuous smoke release. This provides a reliable sample for subsequent testing and analysis.

[0067] The cigar smoking device provided in this application introduces a detachable mouthpiece, which can be flexibly determined according to the size and shape of the cigar to be tested, ensuring full compatibility between the mouthpiece and the cigar and improving the accuracy of the cigar testing. In addition, by introducing a speed controller, the suction force of the cigar can be accurately simulated during the smoking process, and by introducing a time relay, the suction frequency of the cigar can be accurately simulated during the smoking process, ensuring the accuracy of the data collected during the simulation process, thus providing a sufficient data foundation for the subsequent evaluation of the cigar's combustibility.

[0068] like Figure 2 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the cigar smoking device also includes a filter canister 105 and a mouthpiece support 106. The mouthpiece support 106 supports the mouthpiece and collects ash during the combustion of the cigar. One end of the filter canister 105 is connected to the mouthpiece 102 via a pneumatic pipe, and the other end is connected to the vacuum pump 101 via a pneumatic pipe. The filter canister 105 filters the smoke generated by the mouthpiece. Furthermore, the mouthpiece support 106 securely holds the mouthpiece 102, ensuring its stability during smoking, and collects ash generated during smoking, preventing ash from scattering and affecting the normal operation of the cigar smoking device and the cleanliness of the surrounding environment. The filter canister 105 uses water as a medium to filter the initial smoke, reducing the impact of tar on the vacuum pump and motor.

[0069] like Figure 3 As shown, in Figure 2Based on this, the cigar smoking device also includes an air switch 107 and a power module 108. One end of the power module 108 is connected to a time relay 104 to supply power to the vacuum pump 101, and the other end is connected to the air switch 107. The air switch 107 controls the power module 108. The power module 108 can be a 24V DC power supply, providing a stable DC power supply to the vacuum pump motor to ensure stable operation of the motor under rated voltage. The air switch 107 serves as the power control hub of the device, allowing users to quickly turn the device on and off, and can quickly cut off the power supply in case of abnormal conditions, ensuring the safety of the equipment and operators.

[0070] exist Figure 3 Based on the provided cigar smoking device, this application embodiment provides a method for testing the flammability of cigars. This method can be executed by a computer device, which can be a server or a controller. Figure 4 As shown, the method is applied to a server as an example, and includes the following steps:

[0071] S401, obtain the reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested.

[0072] Among them, the reference puffing parameters are the parameters of the cigar under test during actual puffing, including but not limited to puffing frequency and puffing intensity. The attribute parameters characterize the properties of the cigar under test, including the cigar type and cigar size.

[0073] Optionally, the cigar to be tested can be manually smoked, and the smoking frequency and intensity of the cigar to be tested can be collected at different smoking times. Furthermore, the average of each smoking frequency is calculated as the final smoking frequency, and the average of each smoking intensity is also calculated as the final smoking intensity.

[0074] In addition, the size of the cigar to be tested can be measured manually to obtain the cigar size and the type of cigar to be tested.

[0075] S402 configures the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the smoking intensity, and configures the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking frequency.

[0076] Optionally, the required voltage and current of the speed controller can be calculated and configured based on the type, size, and draw intensity of the cigar; at the same time, the operating frequency of the time relay can be calculated and configured based on the draw frequency.

[0077] S403: After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0078] The combustion data characterizes the features of the cigar under test during the combustion process. In this embodiment, the combustion data includes, but is not limited to, the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation process.

[0079] Optionally, the cigar to be tested can be placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device and secured. Then, the air switch of the cigar smoking device is activated to power the vacuum pump. Simultaneously, a time relay controls the start and stop of the vacuum pump. During the start-up period, the vacuum pump motor rotates according to the speed adjusted by the speed controller to generate negative pressure and draw the cigar to be tested at a preset suction intensity. During the pause period, the suction operation stops, and this cycle repeats until the cigar to be tested is completely drawn, completing the suction process.

[0080] Furthermore, during the smoking process of the cigar under test, images of the cigar under test being smoked at different sampling times can be collected through image acquisition. Further, the burning cross-section and burning state of the cigar under test at different sampling times can be obtained through image recognition methods as combustion data.

[0081] S404, based on the collected combustion data of the cigars to be tested, evaluate the combustibility of the cigars to be tested.

[0082] Optionally, the combustion data of the cigars under test can be comprehensively analyzed to conduct a full evaluation of their combustibility. For example, a cigar evaluation model can be constructed using a pre-trained neural network model; further, the combustion data of the cigars under test can be input into the cigar evaluation model to obtain the combustibility evaluation results output by the cigar evaluation model.

[0083] In the aforementioned method for testing the flammability of cigars, a cigar smoking device is introduced and configured based on the actual data of the cigar to be tested, namely, the reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters. This allows the cigar smoking device to accurately simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, ensuring the accuracy of the obtained combustion data. Furthermore, it ensures the accuracy of the evaluation results of the flammability of the cigar to be tested based on the combustion data of the cigar to be tested.

[0084] Optionally, in order to precisely configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device, in one embodiment, such as Figure 5As shown, a method for configuring the speed controller of a cigar smoking device is provided, specifically including the following steps:

[0085] S501, determine the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested based on the type and size of the cigar.

[0086] Among them, the sucking characteristics characterize the features of the cigar to be tested during the sucking process. In the embodiments of this application, the sucking characteristics include, but are not limited to, the sucking method and the length of a single suck.

[0087] Optionally, the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested can be extracted empirically based on the cigar type and size. For example, different cigar types have different smoking methods and single-puff lengths. Furthermore, even for the same type of cigar, different sizes (e.g., different lengths or thicknesses) result in different single-puff lengths. Therefore, the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested can be extracted empirically.

[0088] S502, configures the speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking characteristics and smoking intensity.

[0089] Optionally, based on the draw characteristics and draw intensity of the cigar to be tested, the corresponding negative pressure can be calculated. That is, what level of negative pressure is needed to produce the same draw characteristics and draw intensity in the cigar to be tested? Further, based on the calculated negative pressure, the speed of the vacuum pump motor can be calculated, and the speed regulator of the cigar drawing device can be configured accordingly.

[0090] In this embodiment, by obtaining corresponding suction characteristics based on different cigar types and sizes, and further, by configuring the speed controller based on the extracted suction characteristics and suction intensity, it can be ensured that the configured speed controller can accurately control the vacuum pump to accurately simulate the suction process of the cigar under test.

[0091] Optionally, in order to accurately configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device, in one embodiment, such as Figure 6 As shown, a method for configuring a time relay of a cigar smoking device is provided, specifically including the following steps:

[0092] S601, based on the smoking frequency, determines the smoking time and pause time for the cigar under test.

[0093] The inhalation time is the time spent inhaling the cigar being tested, and the pause time is the time spent stopping inhalation.

[0094] Optionally, the smoking time and pause time of the cigar under test can be calculated based on the smoking frequency. For example, if the smoking frequency is once every 30 seconds, the pause time can be set to 30 seconds, and the smoking time can be set to 1-3 seconds.

[0095] S602, configures the start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking time and pause time.

[0096] Optionally, the start time of the time relay can be configured based on the suction time, and the stop time of the time relay can be configured based on the pause time.

[0097] In this embodiment, by introducing the smoking time and pause time of the cigar to be tested, the start time and stop time of the time relay of the cigar smoking device can be precisely configured, thereby ensuring that the cigar smoking device can accurately simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested.

[0098] Optionally, to accurately assess the combustibility of the cigar under test, the combustion data includes the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation; based on this, in one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, a method for evaluating the combustibility of a cigar under test is provided, specifically including the following steps:

[0099] S701, determine the combustion uniformity of the cigar under test based on the combustion cross section of the cigar under test at different sampling times.

[0100] Among them, combustion uniformity characterizes whether the tested cigar maintains a uniform speed and degree during the combustion process.

[0101] Optionally, the combustion cross-section of the cigar under test during the combustion process can, to some extent, reflect the combustion speed and degree of different parts of the cigar. For example, if the cigar has high combustion uniformity, the combustion cross-section of the cigar will be relatively flat during the combustion process. In other words, the combustion uniformity of the cigar under test can be evaluated based on the flatness of the combustion cross-section at different sampling times.

[0102] S702, determine the combustion continuity of the cigar under test based on the combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times.

[0103] Among them, the combustion state of the cigar under test indicates whether the cigar under test is burning; the combustion continuity indicates whether the cigar under test goes out during the smoking process.

[0104] Optionally, the burning status of the cigar under test at different times can be used to detect whether the cigar goes out during the smoking process. If no extinguishing occurs, it indicates that the cigar has continuous combustion; if extinguishing occurs, it indicates that the cigar has discontinuous combustion.

[0105] S703 evaluates the combustibility of the tested cigar based on combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

[0106] Optionally, the combustibility of the cigar under test can be comprehensively evaluated based on its burning uniformity and continuity. For example, if the cigar lacks burning uniformity, analysis can be conducted to determine if the tobacco leaf thickness or density is unevenly distributed. If the cigar lacks burning continuity, analysis can be conducted to determine if the cigar is damp or if there are any quality issues with the tobacco leaves.

[0107] In this embodiment, by incorporating the combustion uniformity and combustion continuity of the cigar under test, the combustibility of the cigar under test is refined, enabling a comprehensive and accurate evaluation of the combustibility of the cigar under test.

[0108] Figure 8 This is a flowchart illustrating a cigar combustibility testing method in another embodiment. Based on the above embodiments, this embodiment provides an optional example of a cigar combustibility testing method. (Combined with...) Figure 8 The specific implementation process is as follows:

[0109] S801, obtain the smoking frequency, smoking intensity, cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested.

[0110] S802, determine the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested based on the type and size of the cigar.

[0111] S803 configures the speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking characteristics and smoking intensity.

[0112] S804, based on the smoking frequency, determines the smoking time and pause time for the cigar under test.

[0113] S805 configures the start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking time and pause time.

[0114] S806: After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion cross section and combustion state of the cigar to be tested are collected at different sampling times during the simulation.

[0115] S807, determine the combustion uniformity of the cigar under test based on the combustion cross section of the cigar under test at different sampling times.

[0116] S808 determines the combustion continuity of the cigar under test based on its combustion state at different sampling times.

[0117] S809 evaluates the combustibility of the tested cigar based on combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

[0118] The specific processes of S801-S809 described above can be found in the description of the above method embodiments. Their implementation principles and technical effects are similar, and will not be repeated here.

[0119] It should be understood that although the steps in the flowcharts of the embodiments described above are shown sequentially according to the arrows, these steps are not necessarily executed in the order indicated by the arrows. Unless explicitly stated herein, there is no strict order restriction on the execution of these steps, and they can be executed in other orders. Moreover, at least some steps in the flowcharts of the embodiments described above may include multiple steps or multiple stages. These steps or stages are not necessarily completed at the same time, but can be executed at different times. The execution order of these steps or stages is not necessarily sequential, but can be performed alternately or in turn with other steps or at least some of the steps or stages of other steps.

[0120] Based on the same inventive concept, this application also provides a cigar flammability testing device for implementing the aforementioned cigar flammability testing method. The solution provided by this device is similar to the solution described in the above method; therefore, the specific limitations of one or more cigar flammability testing device embodiments provided below can be found in the limitations of the cigar flammability testing method described above, and will not be repeated here.

[0121] In one exemplary embodiment, such as Figure 9 As shown, a cigar combustion testing device 900 is provided, comprising: a parameter acquisition module 910, a parameter configuration module 920, a data acquisition module 930, and a cigar testing module 940, wherein:

[0122] The parameter acquisition module 910 is used to acquire reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference smoking parameters include smoking frequency and smoking intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested.

[0123] The parameter configuration module 920 is used to configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar and the smoking intensity, and to configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking frequency.

[0124] The data acquisition module 930 is used to start the cigar smoking device after the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested and to collect the combustion data of the cigar to be tested during the simulation.

[0125] The cigar testing module 940 is used to evaluate the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data.

[0126] The aforementioned cigar flammability testing device incorporates a cigar smoking system and configures the system based on real data from the cigar under test, namely, reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters. This allows the cigar smoking system to accurately simulate the smoking process of the cigar under test, ensuring the accuracy of the obtained combustion data. Furthermore, it ensures the accuracy of the evaluation results of the cigar's flammability based on the combustion data.

[0127] In one embodiment, the parameter configuration module 920 is specifically used for:

[0128] Based on the type and size of the cigar, determine the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested; based on the smoking characteristics and smoking intensity, configure the speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device.

[0129] In one embodiment, the parameter configuration module 920 is further configured to:

[0130] Based on the smoking frequency, determine the smoking time and pause time for the cigar under test.

[0131] The start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device are configured according to the smoking time and the pause time.

[0132] In one embodiment, the combustion data includes the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation; the cigar testing module 940 is specifically used for:

[0133] The combustion uniformity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion cross-section of the cigar under test at different sampling times; the combustion continuity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times; and the combustibility of the cigar under test is evaluated based on the combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

[0134] Each module in the aforementioned cigar combustibility testing device can be implemented entirely or partially through software, hardware, or a combination thereof. These modules can be embedded in or independent of the processor in a computer device, or stored in the computer device's memory as software, so that the processor can call and execute the corresponding operations of each module.

[0135] In one exemplary embodiment, a computer device is provided, which may be a server, and its internal structure diagram may be as follows: Figure 10 As shown, this computer device includes a processor, memory, input / output (I / O) interfaces, and a communication interface. The processor, memory, and I / O interfaces are connected via a system bus, and the communication interface is also connected to the system bus via the I / O interfaces. The processor provides computational and control capabilities. The memory includes non-volatile storage media and internal memory. The non-volatile storage media stores the operating system, computer programs, and databases. The internal memory provides the environment for the operation of the operating system and computer programs stored in the non-volatile storage media. The I / O interfaces are used for exchanging information between the processor and external devices. The communication interface is used for communicating with external terminals via a network connection. When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements a method for testing the flammability of cigars.

[0136] Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 10 The structure shown is merely a block diagram of a portion of the structure related to the present application and does not constitute a limitation on the computer device to which the present application is applied. Specific computer devices may include more or fewer components than those shown in the figure, or combine certain components, or have different component arrangements.

[0137] In one exemplary embodiment, a computer device is provided, including a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a computer program, and the processor executes the computer program to perform the following steps:

[0138] Obtain reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; among which, the reference smoking parameters include smoking frequency and smoking intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0139] Configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the intensity of the draw, and configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the frequency of the draw.

[0140] After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0141] The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

[0142] In one embodiment, when the processor executes a computer program to configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the cigar type, cigar size, and draw intensity, it also performs the following steps:

[0143] Based on the type and size of the cigar, determine the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested; based on the smoking characteristics and smoking intensity, configure the speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device.

[0144] In one embodiment, when the processor executes a computer program to configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking frequency, it also performs the following steps:

[0145] Based on the smoking frequency, determine the smoking time and pause time for the cigar under test; based on the smoking time and pause time, configure the start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device.

[0146] In one embodiment, the combustion data includes the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation; when the processor executes the computer program to evaluate the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data, it also performs the following steps:

[0147] The combustion uniformity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion cross-section of the cigar under test at different sampling times; the combustion continuity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times; and the combustibility of the cigar under test is evaluated based on the combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

[0148] In one embodiment, a computer-readable storage medium is provided having a computer program stored thereon, the computer program performing the following steps when executed by a processor:

[0149] Obtain reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; among which, the reference smoking parameters include smoking frequency and smoking intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0150] Configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the intensity of the draw, and configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the frequency of the draw.

[0151] After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0152] The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

[0153] In one embodiment, when the processor executes a computer program to configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the cigar type, cigar size, and draw intensity, it also performs the following steps:

[0154] Based on the type and size of the cigar, determine the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested; based on the smoking characteristics and smoking intensity, configure the speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device.

[0155] In one embodiment, when the processor executes a computer program to configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking frequency, it also performs the following steps:

[0156] Based on the smoking frequency, determine the smoking time and pause time for the cigar under test; based on the smoking time and pause time, configure the start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device.

[0157] In one embodiment, the combustion data includes the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation; when the processor executes the computer program to evaluate the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data, it also performs the following steps:

[0158] The combustion uniformity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion cross-section of the cigar under test at different sampling times; the combustion continuity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times; and the combustibility of the cigar under test is evaluated based on the combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

[0159] In one embodiment, a computer program product is provided, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, performs the following steps:

[0160] Obtain reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; among which, the reference smoking parameters include smoking frequency and smoking intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested;

[0161] Configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the intensity of the draw, and configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the frequency of the draw.

[0162] After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation.

[0163] The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

[0164] In one embodiment, when the processor executes a computer program to configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the cigar type, cigar size, and draw intensity, it also performs the following steps:

[0165] Based on the type and size of the cigar, determine the smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested; based on the smoking characteristics and smoking intensity, configure the speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device.

[0166] In one embodiment, when the processor executes a computer program to configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking frequency, it also performs the following steps:

[0167] Based on the smoking frequency, determine the smoking time and pause time for the cigar under test; based on the smoking time and pause time, configure the start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device.

[0168] In one embodiment, the combustion data includes the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation; when the processor executes the computer program to evaluate the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data, it also performs the following steps:

[0169] The combustion uniformity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion cross-section of the cigar under test at different sampling times; the combustion continuity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times; and the combustibility of the cigar under test is evaluated based on the combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

[0170] It should be noted that the user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, data stored, data displayed, etc.) involved in this application are all information and data authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties, and the collection, use and processing of the relevant data must comply with relevant regulations.

[0171] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the processes in the above embodiments can be implemented by a computer program instructing related hardware. The computer program can be stored in a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium. When executed, the computer program can include the processes of the embodiments described above. Any references to memory, databases, or other media used in the embodiments provided in this application can include at least one of non-volatile and volatile memory. Non-volatile memory can include read-only memory (ROM), magnetic tape, floppy disk, flash memory, optical memory, high-density embedded non-volatile memory, resistive random access memory (ReRAM), magnetic random access memory (MRAM), ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM), phase change memory (PCM), graphene memory, etc. Volatile memory can include random access memory (RAM) or external cache memory, etc. By way of illustration and not limitation, RAM can take many forms, such as Static Random Access Memory (SRAM) or Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM). The databases involved in the embodiments provided in this application may include at least one type of relational database and non-relational database. Non-relational databases may include, but are not limited to, blockchain-based distributed databases. The processors involved in the embodiments provided in this application may be general-purpose processors, central processing units, graphics processing units, digital signal processors, programmable logic devices, quantum computing-based data processing logic devices, etc., and are not limited to these.

[0172] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0173] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A cigar smoking apparatus, characterised in that, include: A vacuum pump and a detachable mouthpiece; wherein the mouthpiece is determined according to the size and shape of the cigar to be tested, and one end of the mouthpiece is used to hold the cigar to be tested, and the other end is connected to the vacuum pump through a pneumatic pipeline; the vacuum pump is used to draw in the cigar to be tested. A speed controller connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the speed of the vacuum pump in order to adjust the suction force of the vacuum pump in drawing the cigar to be tested. A time relay connected to the vacuum pump is used to adjust the working time of the vacuum pump, thereby adjusting the suction frequency of the vacuum pump drawing the cigar to be tested.

2. A cigar smoking apparatus according to claim 1, characterised in that, The cigar smoking device also includes a filter canister and a mouthpiece support; The cigarette holder support is used to support the cigarette holder and collect cigarette ash; One end of the filter canister is connected to the mouthpiece via a pneumatic pipeline, and the other end is connected to the vacuum pump via a pneumatic pipeline. The filter canister is used to filter the smoke generated by the mouthpiece.

3. A cigar smoking apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, characterised in that, The cigar smoking device also includes an air switch and a power module; One end of the power module is connected to the time relay to supply power to the vacuum pump, and the other end is connected to the air switch. The air switch is used to control the power module.

4. A method of testing the burnability of a cigar, characterized in that, The method includes: Obtain reference puffing parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference puffing parameters include puffing frequency and puffing intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested; The speed controller of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the type of cigar, the size of the cigar, and the inhalation intensity, and the time relay of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the inhalation frequency; wherein the cigar smoking device is the cigar smoking device according to any one of claims 1-3; After the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device, the cigar smoking device is started to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and the combustion data of the cigar to be tested is collected during the simulation. The combustibility of the cigars to be tested is evaluated based on the collected combustion data.

5. The method of claim 4, wherein, The configuration of the speed controller for the cigar smoking device based on the cigar type, the cigar size, and the draw intensity includes: The smoking characteristics of the cigar to be tested are determined based on the type and size of the cigar. The rotational speed of the speed controller of the cigar smoking device is configured according to the suction characteristics and the suction intensity.

6. The method of claim 4, wherein, The configuration of the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the smoking frequency includes: Based on the described smoking frequency, determine the smoking time and pause time for the cigar to be tested. The start and stop times of the time relay of the cigar smoking device are configured according to the inhalation time and the pause time.

7. The method of claim 4, wherein, The combustion data includes the combustion cross-section and combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times during the simulation process; The evaluation of the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data includes: The combustion uniformity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion cross-section of the cigar under test at different sampling times. The combustion continuity of the cigar under test is determined based on the combustion state of the cigar under test at different sampling times. The combustibility of the cigar under test is evaluated based on the combustion uniformity and combustion continuity.

8. A device for testing the burning quality of a cigar, characterized in that it comprises: The device includes: The parameter acquisition module is used to acquire reference smoking parameters and attribute parameters of the cigar to be tested; wherein, the reference smoking parameters include smoking frequency and smoking intensity, and the attribute parameters include the cigar type and cigar size of the cigar to be tested; The parameter configuration module is used to configure the speed controller of the cigar smoking device according to the cigar type, the cigar size and the suction intensity, and to configure the time relay of the cigar smoking device according to the suction frequency; wherein, the cigar smoking device is the cigar smoking device according to any one of claims 1-3; The data acquisition module is used to start the cigar smoking device after the cigar to be tested is placed on the mouthpiece of the configured cigar smoking device to simulate the smoking process of the cigar to be tested, and to collect the combustion data of the cigar to be tested during the simulation. The cigar testing module is used to evaluate the combustibility of the cigar under test based on the collected combustion data.

9. A computer device comprising a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a computer program, characterized in that, When the processor executes the computer program, it implements the steps of the method according to any one of claims 4 to 7.

10. A computer-readable storage medium having stored thereon a computer program, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed by a processor, it implements the steps of the method according to any one of claims 4 to 7.

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