Portable multifunction accessory for hookah

Abstract

The invention relates to an integrated multifunctional free standing accessory for a hookah that enhances the aesthetic experience and enables the safe operation thereof. The accessory incorporates at least one electric heating element mounted on a telescopic arm protruding from a stable free-standing base unit. The telescopic arm enables the height adjustment of the heating element to accommodate various heights of hookahs. The electric heating element is enclosed in a protective hood with a thermometer mounted on said hood to monitor the temperature of the heating element for the purpose of adjusting said temperature. The base unit also includes a blower unit for the purpose of cleaning the hookah hose; a position sensitive switch to turn the unit off if it is tipped over; a timer to alert the user that the tobacco is exhausted; and a waiter call unit for the purpose of requesting service in a restaurant or hookah bar.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates generally to the field of hookahs and more specifically to the safe and unencumbered operation and enjoyment of the hookah wherein an electric heating element along with a blower and other safety and service devices are integrated into a multifunctional free standing accessory to the hookah.DESCRIPTION OF THE RELATED ART[0002]The hookah has been used for generations as a means of inhaling tobacco and its use is lately becoming more popular. Hookah bars and restaurants are increasingly common and the use of hookahs especially among younger people is growing. Competition for hookah smokers is growing and restaurants and hookah bars are looking for ways to enhance the customers' aesthetic experience and attract new customers.[0003]FIG. 1 is a drawing of a traditional hookah. The traditional hookah 100 consists of a water filed bottle 101 through which a hollow tube is placed vertically 102. The vertical tube is terminated i...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

[0015]A sixth object is to provides the ability to control precisely the temperature of the tobacco to maximizes the tobacco smoke and minimizes any undesirable byproducts.

[0017]An eighth object is to provide a tilt-over switch which removes power from the entire unit in the event that it is knocked over and a built in fuse to protect against any internal electrical faults.

Problems solved by technology

The traditional hookah suffers from many disadvantages which limit or interfere with the pleasurable experience of the smoker.

The products of the charcoal combustion tend to irritate the throat and reduce the pleasurable experience of the smoker.

The charcoal is often difficult to light and at times it emits sparks which may burn cloths or carpeting.

The hose becomes coated with smoke residue and ashes which affects the flavor of the smoke.

However the elongated shape also results in a high center of gravity making the traditional hookah susceptible to tilting over and spilling out the hot charcoal on carpets and cloths.

There have been attempts to remedy some of the disadvantages of the traditional hookah and to improve the experience of the smoker but these attempts have also introduced problems of their own.

The latter use only provides for an alternate means of starting the charcoal but it does not remove the disadvantages with burning charcoal.

In operation the device rests upon the hookah bowl and as such it affects the stability of the hookah.

However the device described by Liu adds weight to the top of the hookah thereby moving the center of gravity higher and reducing its stability increasing the likelihood of the hookah falling over and possibly causing damage.

While Liu's invention uses an electric heating element in a self contained apparatus it lacks the aesthetic qualities of the traditional hookah.

This device comprises an additional dual function accessory and it adds to the complexity of operating a hookah through yet another accessory.

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