Aerosol generating apparatus, control method thereof, electronic apparatus, and program product

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of aerosol generation equipment, and provides aerosol generation equipment and a control method thereof, electronic equipment and a program product, and the equipment comprises an aerosol generation unit which is arranged in the aerosol generation equipment and is used for placing an aerosol matrix and generating aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix; the residual substance containing unit is arranged below the aerosol generating unit, is connected with the aerosol generating unit and is used for receiving and containing residual substances of the aerosol generating unit; the position detection unit is connected with the residual substance storage unit and is used for changing the position of the shifting piece according to the weight variation of the residual substances in the residual substance storage unit; and the controller is connected with the position detection unit and used for determining the substance weight of the residues based on the position of the shifting piece and feeding back cleaning prompt information according to the substance weight, and the cleaning prompt information is used for instructing the residual substance storage unit to be cleaned. The cleaning condition can be automatically sensed, and the cleaning efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application belongs to the technical field of aerosol generating devices, and more specifically, to an aerosol generating device and a control method thereof, an electronic device and a program product. Background Art

[0002] The aerosol generating device uses a heating without burning mechanism to achieve matrix atomization. The residual gas after heating gradually cools down into attachments and deposits to the bottom of the cleaning box. During the plugging and unplugging process of some aerosol matrices, a small amount of residual material will fall to the bottom of the cleaning box. If the cleaning box is not cleaned for a long time, it will seriously affect the user's atomization experience and the service life of the equipment.

[0003] At present, some aerosol generating devices are provided with a cleaning brush or cleaning cotton when leaving the factory, and users are advised to clean them regularly. However, since users are unable to clearly know the contamination condition of the cleaning box, they may brush less or more, resulting in the inability to automatically sense the cleaning condition of the aerosol generating device and low cleaning efficiency. Summary of the invention

[0004] The purpose of the embodiments of the present application is to provide a control method, device, electronic device and program product for an aerosol generating device, aiming to solve the technical problems in the prior art that the cleaning status of the aerosol generating device cannot be automatically sensed and the cleaning efficiency is low.

[0005] To achieve the above object, according to a first aspect of the present application, an aerosol generating device is provided, the device comprising:

[0006] An aerosol generating unit is arranged inside the aerosol generating device, and is used to place an aerosol matrix and generate an aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix;

[0007] The residual substance storage unit is disposed below the aerosol generating unit and connected to the aerosol generating unit, and is used to receive and contain the residual substance of the aerosol generating unit;

[0008] A position detection unit connected to the residual material storage unit and used to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit;

[0009] The controller is connected to the position detection unit and is used to determine the material weight of the residue based on the position of the paddle and to feed back cleaning prompt information according to the material weight, wherein the cleaning prompt information is used to instruct the residual material storage unit to be cleaned.

[0010] Optionally, in a possible implementation manner of the first aspect, the position detection unit includes: a gravity conduction component and a lever mechanism,

[0011] One end of the gravity transmission component is connected to the residual material storage unit, and the other end of the gravity transmission component is connected to the lever mechanism, and the gravity transmission component is used to transmit the weight change of the residual material storage unit to the lever mechanism;

[0012] One end of the lever mechanism is connected to the other end of the gravity transmission component, and the other end of the lever mechanism is in movable contact with the paddle of the travel switch. The lever mechanism is used to convert the weight change transmitted by the gravity transmission component into a paddle movement of the paddle.

[0013] The travel switch is provided with a toggle paddle, and the travel switch is used to change the position of the paddle under the toggle action of the lever mechanism.

[0014] Optionally, in a possible implementation of the first aspect, an initial position of the paddle of the travel switch is a first position;

[0015] When the weight of the material gradually increases, one end of the lever mechanism is acted upon by the gravity conducting component and rotates around the fulcrum, and the other end of the lever mechanism moves the paddle to the second position, wherein the second position includes a prompt position and a warning position.

[0016] Optionally, in a possible implementation of the first aspect, the controller is connected to the travel switch and is further used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a first weight when the paddle is in the first position, and there is no need to feedback cleaning prompt information, wherein the first weight is less than a first weight threshold;

[0017] The controller is further configured to determine, when the paddle is in the prompt position, that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight, and to feed back cleaning prompt information, wherein the second weight is greater than a first weight threshold and less than a second weight threshold, and the first weight threshold is less than the second weight threshold;

[0018] The controller is also used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a third weight when the paddle is in the warning position, prohibit the aerosol generating unit from starting the heating operation, and feedback the cleaning prompt information, wherein the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold.

[0019] Optionally, in a possible implementation manner of the first aspect, the controller is further configured to:

[0020] In response to receiving a user's instruction to start heating, detecting whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, wherein the instruction to start heating is generated by at least one of a key operation, a touch screen operation, and a distance detection operation;

[0021] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, the start-up heating operation is prohibited, and a status prompt information is fed back, wherein the status prompt information is used to indicate that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state;

[0022] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in the locked state, a start-up heating operation is performed based on the material weight of the residue determined based on the position of the paddle.

[0023] Optionally, in a possible implementation of the first aspect, the controller is further configured to, when the paddle is in the first position, determine that the material weight of the residual material is a first weight, and control the aerosol generating unit to start the heating operation;

[0024] The controller is also used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight when the paddle is in the prompt position, control the aerosol generating unit to start the heating operation, and feed back cleaning prompt information.

[0025] Optionally, in a possible implementation of the first aspect, the position detection unit is further configured to change the position of the paddle in real time according to a weight change of the residual substance in the residual substance storage unit after the aerosol generating unit finishes the heating operation;

[0026] The controller is also used to determine the weight of the residual material based on the position of the paddle again, and to feed back cleaning prompt information based on the weight of the material.

[0027] Optionally, in a possible implementation of the first aspect, the aerosol generating device further includes:

[0028] Two spring buffer components are respectively arranged below the residual material storage unit, and are used to provide buffering and shock absorption functions for the residual material storage unit through expansion and contraction changes during the downward movement of the residual material storage unit.

[0029] Optionally, in a possible implementation of the first aspect, one end of each spring buffer assembly is connected to the bottom of the residual substance storage unit, wherein at least one of welding, bolting or snap connection is adopted; the other end of each spring buffer assembly is fixed to the support structure inside the aerosol generating device.

[0030] Optionally, in a possible implementation of the first aspect, the aerosol generating device further includes:

[0031] A button connected to the controller for receiving a user input of a heating start instruction;

[0032] The mechanical lock is connected to the controller and is used to lock the aerosol generating device or unlock the aerosol generating device, wherein the locked aerosol generating device is in a locked state.

[0033] According to a second aspect of the present application, a control method for an aerosol generating device is provided, which is used in any aerosol generating device, comprising:

[0034] A position detection unit is used to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit, wherein the residual material storage unit is arranged below the aerosol generating unit and connected to the aerosol generating unit, and is used to receive and contain the residual material of the aerosol generating unit, and the aerosol generating unit is arranged inside the aerosol generating device, and is used to place the aerosol matrix, and generate the aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix;

[0035] determining the weight of the material remaining based on the position of the pick;

[0036] Cleaning prompt information is fed back according to the weight of the material, wherein the cleaning prompt information is used to instruct to clean the residual material storage unit.

[0037] Optionally, in a possible implementation manner of the second aspect, feeding back cleaning prompt information according to the weight of the material includes:

[0038] When the paddle is in the first position, determining that the weight of the residual material is a first weight, and no cleaning prompt information needs to be fed back, wherein the first weight is less than a first weight threshold;

[0039] When the paddle is in the prompt position, the material weight of the residual material is determined to be a second weight, and cleaning prompt information is fed back, wherein the second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than the second weight threshold, and the first weight threshold is less than the second weight threshold;

[0040] When the paddle is in the warning position, the material weight of the residual material is determined to be a third weight, the aerosol generating unit is prohibited from starting the heating operation, and cleaning prompt information is fed back, wherein the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold.

[0041] Optionally, in a possible implementation manner of the second aspect, using a position detection unit to change a position of the paddle according to a weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit includes:

[0042] In response to receiving a user's instruction to start heating, detecting whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, wherein the instruction to start heating is generated by at least one of a key operation, a touch screen operation, and a distance detection operation;

[0043] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in a locked state, the position of the paddle is changed according to the weight change of the residual substance by the position detection unit before the aerosol generating unit starts the heating operation.

[0044] Optionally, in a possible implementation manner of the second aspect, feeding back cleaning prompt information according to the weight of the material includes:

[0045] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in a locked state, and it is determined that the material weight of the residual material is the second weight, the aerosol generating unit is controlled to start the heating operation, and a cleaning prompt information is fed back;

[0046] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in the locked state and the material weight of the residual material is determined to be the first weight, the aerosol generating unit is controlled to start the heating operation, and

[0047] After the aerosol generating unit finishes the heating operation, the material weight of the residue is determined again based on the position of the paddle, and the cleaning prompt information is fed back according to the material weight.

[0048] Optionally, in a possible implementation manner of the second aspect, the method further includes:

[0049] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, the start-up heating operation is prohibited and a status prompt information is fed back, wherein the status prompt information is used to indicate that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state.

[0050] The second aspect and any implementation of the second aspect correspond to the first aspect and any implementation of the first aspect, respectively. The technical effects corresponding to the second aspect and any implementation of the second aspect can refer to the technical effects corresponding to the first aspect and any implementation of the first aspect, which will not be repeated here.

[0051] According to a third aspect of the present application, an electronic device is provided, comprising: a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein when the processor executes the computer program, the electronic device implements any one of the methods.

[0052] According to a fourth aspect of the present application, a computer-readable storage medium is provided, wherein the computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, any one of the methods is implemented.

[0053] According to a fifth aspect of the present application, a computer program product is provided. When the computer program product is run on an electronic device, the electronic device executes any one of the methods in the first aspect.

[0054] It can be understood that the beneficial effects of the second to fifth aspects mentioned above can be found in the relevant description of the first aspect mentioned above, and will not be repeated here.

[0055] The present application provides an aerosol generating device and a control method thereof, an electronic device and a program product. The aerosol generating device includes: an aerosol generating unit, which is arranged inside the aerosol generating device, and is used to place an aerosol matrix and generate an aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix; a residual substance storage unit, which is arranged below the aerosol generating unit and is connected to the aerosol generating unit, and is used to receive and accommodate the residual substance of the aerosol generating unit; a position detection unit, which is connected to the residual substance storage unit and is used to change the position of a paddle according to the weight change of the residual substance in the residual substance storage unit; a controller, which is connected to the position detection unit and is used to determine the material weight of the residual substance based on the position of the paddle, and feed back cleaning prompt information according to the material weight, and the cleaning prompt information is used to instruct the residual substance storage unit to be cleaned.

[0056] This application scheme utilizes the cooperation of the position detection unit and the controller, converts the weight change of the residual material into the position change of the paddle, adopts a more intuitive mechanical structure and a simple position detection principle, and is easier to understand and implement than some complex sensor technologies, and does not require complex electronic signal processing and high-precision sensor calibration. Excessive residual material may cause problems such as uneven heating of the aerosol generation unit and airway blockage, affecting the quality of aerosol generation and the service life of the equipment. By accurately judging the weight of the residual material based on the position of the paddle and promptly prompting cleaning, the equipment is always in good operating condition, ensuring the stability of aerosol generation and the reliability of the equipment. Clear and unambiguous cleaning prompt information allows users to understand the cleaning needs of the equipment in a timely manner to avoid the user experience being affected by excessive accumulation of residual material. Users can clean the residual material storage unit in time according to the prompts to ensure a good experience every time they use the device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0057] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0058] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of an aerosol generating device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0059] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of a flow chart of a controller connected to a travel switch provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0060] Figure 3 is a schematic structural diagram of an optional aerosol generating device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0061] Figure 4 It is a flow chart of a control method of an aerosol generating device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0062] Figure 5 is a flow chart of an optional control method of an aerosol generating device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0063] Figure 6 is a flow chart of an optional control method of an aerosol generating device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0064] Figure 7 It is a structural schematic diagram of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0065] In the following description, specific details such as specific system structures, technologies, etc. are provided for the purpose of illustration rather than limitation, so as to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments of the present application. However, it should be clear to those skilled in the art that the present application may also be implemented in other embodiments without these specific details. In other cases, detailed descriptions of well-known systems, devices, circuits, and methods are omitted to prevent unnecessary details from obstructing the description of the present application.

[0066] It should be understood that when used in the present specification and the appended claims, the term "comprising" indicates the presence of described features, wholes, steps, operations, elements and / or components, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, wholes, steps, operations, elements, components and / or combinations thereof.

[0067] It should also be understood that the term “and / or” used in the specification and appended claims refers to any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items, and includes these combinations.

[0068] As used in the specification and appended claims of this application, the term "if" can be interpreted as "when" or "uponce" or "in response to determining" or "in response to detecting", depending on the context. Similarly, the phrase "if it is determined" or "if [described condition or event] is detected" can be interpreted as meaning "uponce it is determined" or "in response to determining" or "uponce [described condition or event] is detected" or "in response to detecting [described condition or event]", depending on the context.

[0069] In addition, in the description of the present application specification and the appended claims, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish the descriptions and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0070] References to "one embodiment" or "some embodiments" etc. described in the specification of this application mean that one or more embodiments of the present application include specific features, structures or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment. Therefore, the statements "in one embodiment", "in some embodiments", "in some other embodiments", "in some other embodiments", etc. that appear in different places in this specification do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, but mean "one or more but not all embodiments", unless otherwise specifically emphasized in other ways. The terms "including", "comprising", "having" and their variations all mean "including but not limited to", unless otherwise specifically emphasized in other ways.

[0071] First, some terms in the embodiments of the present application are explained to facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art.

[0072] An aerosol generating device is an electronic product that generates steam and releases aerosol by heating an aerosol matrix or heating a non-combustible low-temperature aerosol matrix. This is different from traditional products that release aerosol through combustion.

[0073] The above is a brief introduction to the terms involved in the embodiments of the present application, which will not be repeated below.

[0074] This application example provides an example of an aerosol generating device, please refer to Figure 1 As shown, Figure 1 The schematic structural diagram of an aerosol generating device provided by the present application is shown. The aerosol generating device 100 comprises:

[0075] The aerosol generating unit 101 is disposed inside the aerosol generating device 100 and is used for placing an aerosol matrix and generating an aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix.

[0076] The residual substance storage unit 102 is disposed below the aerosol generating unit 101 and connected to the aerosol generating unit 101 to receive and contain the residual substance of the aerosol generating unit.

[0077] The position detection unit 103 is connected to the residual material storage unit 120 and is used to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit;

[0078] The controller 104 is connected to the position detection unit 103 and is used to determine the material weight of the residue based on the position of the paddle and to feed back cleaning prompt information according to the material weight, wherein the cleaning prompt information is used to instruct to clean the residue storage unit.

[0079] Optionally, in the example of the present application, the aerosol generating unit is used to place an aerosol matrix, for example, a mixture of herbs such as mint, licorice, cloves, chrysanthemum, etc., and heat the aerosol matrix through a built-in heating component to atomize the substance in the aerosol matrix without burning, thereby forming an aerosol that can be used by users.

[0080] Optionally, in one example, the heating mechanism adopted by the aerosol generating unit may be a heat not burn (HNB) technology, which can release the odor components of the aerosol matrix at a lower temperature while reducing the harmful substances produced by traditional combustion methods.

[0081] Optionally, the residual material storage unit is disposed below the aerosol generating unit and is connected to the aerosol generating unit. During the operation of the aerosol generating unit, the residual gas after heating gradually cools down to become attachments, and adheres to the inner wall of the aerosol generating unit, and then deposits to the bottom of the aerosol generating unit; during the plugging and unplugging process of some aerosol matrices, a small amount of residual material will fall to the bottom of the aerosol generating unit. By providing a diversion channel at the bottom of the aerosol generating unit, etc., the residual material remaining at the bottom of the aerosol generating unit is collected in the residual material storage unit (i.e., a cleaning box, a cleaning cup), so that the residual material storage unit can receive and contain these residual materials.

[0082] The position detection unit is a paddle structure associated with the weight change of the residual material storage unit, and is connected to the residual material storage unit. When the weight of the residual material in the residual material storage unit changes, the position of the paddle connected thereto will change. For example, the lever principle can be used to place the residual material storage unit at one end of the lever, and the paddle can be installed at the other end of the lever. As the weight of the residual material increases, the lever deflects, thereby driving the paddle position to move. This structural design cleverly converts the weight change into the position change of the paddle, and can achieve the technical effect of providing an intuitive physical quantity change for detecting the weight of the residual material.

[0083] The position detection unit indirectly obtains the weight change information of the residual material by sensing the change in the position of the paddle. This can be achieved in a variety of ways, such as using a photoelectric sensor to detect the degree to which the paddle blocks light. The position of the paddle is different, the degree of light blocking is different, and the electrical signal output by the photoelectric sensor is also different; or a potentiometer is used, the paddle is connected to the sliding end of the potentiometer, when the position of the paddle changes, the resistance value of the potentiometer changes, thereby outputting different voltage signals to accurately reflect the position of the paddle, and then reflect the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit.

[0084] In the example of this application, the controller is connected to the position detection unit and receives the electrical signal sent by the position detection unit indicating the position of the paddle. Since the corresponding relationship between the position of the paddle and the weight of the residual material is pre-stored inside the controller, the position information of the paddle is converted into the actual weight data of the residual material by analyzing and processing the received electrical signal. For example, by looking up a pre-established calibration table or using a specific algorithm, the voltage value output by the photoelectric sensor or the resistance value output by the potentiometer is converted into the corresponding weight value.

[0085] The controller compares the obtained material weight of the residual material with a preset weight threshold. If it is detected that the material weight is greater than or equal to the weight threshold, it indicates that the residual material has accumulated to the extent that it needs to be cleaned. The controller triggers feedback of cleaning prompt information. The cleaning prompt information can be presented to the user in a variety of ways, such as displaying a text prompt of "Please clean the cleaning box" on the display screen; reminding the user by controlling the indicator light to flash at a specific frequency (such as a red indicator light flashing quickly); and also using the voice broadcast module to issue a voice prompt of "Too much residual material, please clean it" to inform the user to clean the residual material storage unit.

[0086] This application scheme utilizes the cooperation of the position detection unit and the controller, converts the weight change of the residual material into the position change of the paddle, adopts a more intuitive mechanical structure and a simple position detection principle, and is easier to understand and implement than some complex sensor technologies, and does not require complex electronic signal processing and high-precision sensor calibration. Excessive residual material may cause problems such as uneven heating of the aerosol generation unit and airway blockage, affecting the quality of aerosol generation and the service life of the equipment. By accurately judging the weight of the residual material based on the position of the paddle and promptly prompting cleaning, the equipment is always in good operating condition, ensuring the stability of aerosol generation and the reliability of the equipment. Clear and unambiguous cleaning prompt information allows users to understand the cleaning needs of the equipment in a timely manner to avoid the user experience being affected by excessive accumulation of residual material. Users can clean the residual material storage unit in time according to the prompts to ensure a good experience every time they use the device.

[0087] In a possible implementation, the position detection unit includes: a gravity conduction component and a lever mechanism,

[0088] One end of the gravity transmission component is connected to the residual material storage unit, and the other end of the gravity transmission component is connected to the lever mechanism, and the gravity transmission component is used to transmit the weight change of the residual material storage unit to the lever mechanism;

[0089] One end of the lever mechanism is connected to the other end of the gravity transmission component, and the other end of the lever mechanism is in movable contact with the paddle of the travel switch. The lever mechanism is used to convert the weight change transmitted by the gravity transmission component into a paddle movement of the paddle.

[0090] The travel switch is provided with a toggle paddle, and the travel switch is used to change the position of the paddle under the toggle action of the lever mechanism.

[0091] In the example of the present application, one end of the gravity transmission component is closely connected to the residual material storage unit, and the other end is connected to the lever mechanism. When the weight of the residual material in the residual material storage unit changes, the force generated by the weight change is transmitted to the lever mechanism through the gravity transmission component. For example, as the residual material continues to accumulate, the weight gradually increases, and the gravity transmission component transmits the increased weight to the lever mechanism in the form of tension or pressure.

[0092] In one implementation example, one end of the lever mechanism is connected to the gravity transmission component, and the other end is in movable contact with the paddle of the travel switch. According to the lever principle, when the gravity transmission component transmits the weight change, the lever will rotate around the fulcrum. Due to the movable contact relationship between the lever mechanism and the paddle of the travel switch, the rotation of the lever will be converted into the toggling action of the paddle.

[0093] Optionally, in the example of the present application, the gravity conducting component may be a rigid connecting rod, or a flexible rope, etc., as long as the weight change can be effectively transmitted.

[0094] Optionally, in the example of the present application, the design of the lever mechanism can adjust the length of the lever arm according to actual needs to achieve amplification or reduction of the weight change, thereby more accurately controlling the degree of movement of the paddle. For example, when the weight of the residual material is small, the rotation amplitude of the lever is small, and the movement of the paddle is also small; when the weight of the residual material reaches a certain level, the rotation amplitude of the lever increases, and the movement of the paddle is also greater.

[0095] In the example of this application, the travel switch (limit switch) is provided with a movable paddle. When the lever mechanism applies a paddle movement to the paddle, the position of the paddle changes accordingly. The travel switch usually has a contact structure inside. The change of the paddle position causes the contact to close or open, thereby generating different electrical signals. For example, when the paddle is in the initial position, the contact of the travel switch is in an open state and no electrical signal is output; when the weight of the residual material increases and the lever mechanism paddles to a predetermined position, the contact of the travel switch closes and outputs an electrical signal to the controller.

[0096] The present application obtains a position detection unit by combining a gravity conduction component, a lever mechanism and a travel switch. The structure is relatively simple and does not require complex electronic sensors and signal processing circuits. Position detection units based on mechanical structures are less expensive. By converting the weight change of the residual material into a change in the position of the paddle, the accumulation of the residual material can be more accurately reflected. The controller determines whether cleaning is needed based on the position of the paddle, and provides users with timely and accurate cleaning prompts, which helps to keep the equipment clean and operating normally and improve the user experience.

[0097] In one possible implementation, Figure 2 As shown, the initial position of the paddle of the travel switch is the first position a; when the weight of the material gradually increases, one end of the lever mechanism is acted upon by the gravity conduction component and rotates around the fulcrum, and the other end of the lever mechanism moves the paddle to the second position, wherein the second position includes the prompt position b and the warning position c.

[0098] Optionally, in this application example, Figure 2 As shown, the paddle of the travel switch is in the first position a. At this time, the weight of the residual material in the residual material storage unit is small, and the force transmitted to the lever mechanism by the gravity conduction component is small, which is not enough to cause the lever mechanism to rotate significantly. The paddle remains in the first position of the initial setting. At this time, the sampling level (ADC_Weight) is 3V3, and the corresponding ADC sampling value The highest threshold is 4096. The contact state corresponding to the travel switch in this position can be normally open or normally closed, corresponding to a specific electrical signal output to the controller. The controller determines that the current residual material weight is at a low level based on the initial electrical signal (such as 3V3), and no cleaning prompt is required.

[0099] As the use of the aerosol generating unit increases, the residual material in the residual material storage unit gradually increases, and the weight of the material gradually increases. The gravity transmission component transmits the force generated by the weight change to the lever mechanism, and after one end of the lever mechanism is subjected to the force, it starts to rotate around the fulcrum. Since the other end of the lever mechanism is in movable contact with the paddle of the travel switch, the rotation of the lever drives the paddle to move from the first position to the second position.

[0100] In one example, when the weight of the residual material increases to a certain extent, the lever mechanism moves the paddle to the prompt position b. At the prompt position b, the contact state inside the travel switch changes, generating an electrical signal different from the first position (such as Figure 2 As shown, the sampling level at this time is 0V, and the ADC sampling value is 0) and sent to the controller. After receiving the electrical signal, the controller determines that the weight of the residual material is close to the level that needs to be cleaned, and then feeds back the cleaning prompt information.

[0101] In another example, if the user does not clean up in time, the residual material continues to increase, and the weight of the material further increases, the lever mechanism will continue to rotate, and the paddle will be moved from the prompt position b to the warning position c. At the warning position c, the contact state of the travel switch changes again, generating another different electrical signal, such as Figure 2 As shown in the figure, the sampling level at this time is the voltage divided by two 10K resistors, that is, the voltage value of 3.3 / 2, and the highest threshold of ADC_Weight is 2048. After receiving the signal, the controller determines that the weight of the residual material has reached the level that must be cleaned, and issues a more eye-catching or stronger cleaning reminder message. For example, the display screen displays an eye-catching reminder of "The residual material is full, please clean it immediately", the indicator light flashes quickly, and there may be sound alarms such as beeps to attract the user's attention.

[0102] In the example of this application, by subdividing the second position into a prompt position and a warning position, users can be provided with phased and accurate cleaning prompts according to the different degrees of weight of the residual material, so that users can more clearly understand the actual situation of the residual material storage unit, arrange the cleaning time reasonably, and avoid untimely or excessive cleaning due to unclear prompts. When there are too many residual materials, it will affect the heating effect of the aerosol generating unit, block the airway, etc., and may even cause safety hazards. By reminding users to clean up at different stages, these problems can be effectively avoided, the safety and reliability of the equipment can be improved, and the service life of the equipment can be extended. The phased prompt method is more humane and meets the needs of users in different usage scenarios. Users can flexibly arrange cleaning operations according to the urgency of the prompt information, and will not be confused or panicked due to sudden strong warning messages, thereby improving user satisfaction and usage experience with the equipment.

[0103] In one possible implementation, the controller is connected to the travel switch and is also used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a first weight when the paddle is in the first position, and there is no need to feedback cleaning prompt information, wherein the first weight is less than a first weight threshold.

[0104] The controller is also used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight when the paddle is in the prompt position, and to feedback cleaning prompt information, wherein the second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than the second weight threshold, and the first weight threshold is less than the second weight threshold.

[0105] The controller is also used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a third weight when the paddle is in the warning position, prohibit the aerosol generating unit from starting the heating operation, and feedback the cleaning prompt information, wherein the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold.

[0106] In the example of the present application, when the paddle of the travel switch is in the first position, it indicates that there is less residual material in the residual material storage unit. At this time, the controller determines that the material weight of the residual material is the first weight based on the pre-set logic. Since the first weight is less than the first weight threshold, it means that the accumulation of residual material is far from the level that needs to be cleaned. Therefore, the controller determines that there is no need to feedback the cleaning prompt information, the device can operate normally, and the user will not receive unnecessary prompt interference. For example, in the initial stage of using the aerosol generating device, there is almost no residue in the residual material storage unit, then the paddle is in the first position, the controller does not issue a cleaning prompt, and the user can use the device normally.

[0107] As the residual material gradually accumulates, when the paddle is moved to the prompt position by the lever mechanism, the controller determines that the material weight of the residual material is the second weight. Since the second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than the second weight threshold, it means that the residual material has accumulated to a certain extent and needs to attract the user's attention. Therefore, the controller feeds back a cleaning prompt message to remind the user that there is a lot of residual material and it is recommended to clean it up as soon as possible. The cleaning prompt information can be presented in a variety of ways, such as popping up a text prompt on the display screen that "There is a lot of residual material, it is recommended to clean it up", or broadcasting the same content through a voice module, so that the user knows the status of the equipment so that he can make a cleaning decision in time.

[0108] If the residual material continues to increase, when the paddle is levered to the warning position, the controller determines that the weight of the residual material is the third weight. Since the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold, it indicates that there are too many residual materials, which has seriously affected the normal operation of the equipment and may even pose a safety hazard. Therefore, the controller not only feeds back cleaning prompt information, such as displaying a striking "Residual material is full, please clean it up immediately" on the display screen, and reminding the user through a rapid beep, but also prohibits the aerosol generation unit from starting the heating operation to prevent the device from starting heating when there is too much residual material, avoiding problems such as uneven heating, airway blockage, and the generation of harmful gases.

[0109] Through the example of this application, different weight judgments and prompt strategies are corresponding to different positions of the paddle, providing users with accurate and clear device status information. Users can reasonably arrange cleaning time according to the urgency of the prompt, avoiding the trouble caused by untimely or excessive prompts, and improving the user's control over the device and usage experience. For example, after receiving the prompt position, the user can clean up at a convenient time; and the prompt of the warning position allows the user to immediately realize the seriousness of the problem and take cleaning measures in time.

[0110] In addition, the controller controls the aerosol generating unit to start the heating operation according to the weight of the residual material, and prohibits the heating operation when the paddle is in the warning position, effectively protecting the performance of the device, avoiding heating when there is too much residual material, preventing damage to key parts such as heating components and airways, and reducing the risk of failure caused by residual material, thereby extending the service life of the device and reducing the maintenance cost of the device. For example, excessive residual material will corrode the heating wire during the heating process, and prohibiting heating in this case can effectively avoid such problems.

[0111] In a possible implementation, the controller is further configured to:

[0112] In response to receiving a user's instruction to start heating, detecting whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, wherein the instruction to start heating is generated by at least one of a key operation, a touch screen operation, and a distance detection operation;

[0113] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, the start-up heating operation is prohibited, and a status prompt information is fed back, wherein the status prompt information is used to indicate that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state;

[0114] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in the locked state, a start-up heating operation is performed based on the material weight of the residue determined based on the position of the paddle.

[0115] Optionally, in the example of the present application, the user can send a start heating instruction to the aerosol generating device through a variety of interactive methods, including key operation, touch screen operation and distance detection operation.

[0116] Optionally, in one example, the aerosol generating device is equipped with a physical button, and when the user presses the button, the circuit inside the button is closed, generating an electrical signal, which is transmitted along the connecting line to the controller, and the controller recognizes it as a command to start heating.

[0117] Optionally, in another example, the aerosol generating device is equipped with a touch screen, and the user performs specific touch operations on the screen, such as clicking a heating icon or executing a preset gesture. After the touch screen senses the touch action, it converts it into an electrical signal and transmits it to the controller as a command to start heating.

[0118] Optionally, in another example, a distance sensor, such as an infrared distance sensor or an ultrasonic distance sensor, is installed in the aerosol generating device. When it is detected that the user's hand or other object approaches a preset distance range, the distance sensor outputs a corresponding signal to the controller, which is a heating start instruction.

[0119] In the example of the present application, after receiving the instruction to start heating, the controller immediately detects whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state. The locked state may be triggered by a variety of reasons, such as the child lock function is turned on, the device is in a fault protection state, etc.

[0120] In one example, if the aerosol generating device uses a hardware locking method such as a mechanical lock or an electronic lock, for example, when the mechanical lock is in the locked position, a micro switch is triggered, and the electrical signal generated by the micro switch is read by the controller, thereby determining that the device is in a locked state. In another example, the aerosol generating device can set the lock state through software. The controller checks the internal status flag or a specific register value to determine whether the device is locked by software.

[0121] If the aerosol generating device is detected to be in a locked state, the controller prohibits the start-up heating operation to ensure safety and comply with the device operation rules. At the same time, the controller provides status prompt information in a variety of ways. For example, the text "The device is locked, please unlock before operation" is displayed on the display screen; the control indicator light flashes in a specific mode, such as a red indicator light flashing quickly; or the voice prompt "The device is locked" is played through the voice module to let the user know the current status of the device.

[0122] When it is detected that the device is not in the locked state, the controller determines the weight of the residual material according to the position of the travel switch paddle. If the paddle is in the first position, the weight of the residual material is the first weight and is less than the first weight threshold, the controller allows the start-up heating operation to be executed, and the aerosol generating unit works normally; if the paddle is in the prompt position, the weight of the residual material is the second weight, although the user needs to be reminded to clean, the start-up heating operation can still be executed; if the paddle is in the warning position, the weight of the residual material is the third weight and is greater than the second weight threshold, the controller not only prohibits the start-up heating operation, but also feeds back the cleaning prompt information at the same time.

[0123] Through the example of this application, by detecting the lock state of the device before starting the heating, it is possible to prevent children or unauthorized personnel from mistakenly starting the heating, and avoid safety accidents such as burns and fires caused by improper use. For example, when the device is carried or idle, the lock state can prevent the button from being accidentally pressed to start the heating. In addition, the weight of the residual material determined by the position of the paddle determines whether to start the heating operation, avoiding heating when there is too much residual material, reducing damage to the internal components of the device, such as preventing residual smoke oil from corroding the heating element and blocking the airway, etc., to ensure device performance and extend the service life of the device.

[0124] In a possible implementation, the controller is further configured to, when the paddle is in the first position, determine that the weight of the residual substance is a first weight, and control the aerosol generating unit to start the heating operation;

[0125] The controller is also used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight when the paddle is in the prompt position, control the aerosol generating unit to start the heating operation, and feed back cleaning prompt information.

[0126] Optionally, in the example of the present application, when the paddle of the travel switch is in the first position, the controller determines the material weight of the residual material as the first weight according to the predetermined correspondence between the paddle position and the weight of the residual material. Since the first weight is less than the first weight threshold, it indicates that the residual material in the residual material storage unit is small and will not significantly affect the normal operation of the aerosol generating unit.

[0127] After determining that the weight of the residual material is within an acceptable range, the controller controls the aerosol generating unit to execute the start heating operation when receiving a start heating instruction generated by the user through key operation, touch screen operation or distance detection operation. The controller sends a corresponding control signal to the aerosol generating unit to activate the heating element and heat it according to the preset parameters, so that the aerosol matrix generates aerosol for the user to use.

[0128] As the residual material gradually accumulates, the paddle is moved to the prompt position by the lever mechanism. At this time, the controller determines that the material weight of the residual material is the second weight based on the position information. The second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than the second weight threshold, indicating that the residual material has accumulated to a certain extent and needs to attract the user's attention. However, although the residual material has increased, it is still within the range that allows the device to continue to work. Therefore, when the controller receives the start heating instruction, it still controls the aerosol generating unit to perform the start heating operation to ensure the normal use of the device. At the same time, in order to remind the user to clean up the residual material in time, the controller will feedback the cleaning prompt information. The cleaning prompt information can be displayed as a text prompt on the display screen of the device, such as "There is a lot of residual material, it is recommended to clean it in time"; or it can be conveyed to the user through flashing indicator lights, voice broadcasts, etc.

[0129] Through the example of this application, the heating operation is allowed to be started when the paddle is in the first position and the prompt position, ensuring that the aerosol generation service is continuously provided to the user when the residual material is at different accumulation levels. The user can use the device normally without frequently cleaning the residual material storage unit, which improves the efficiency and continuity of the device, especially when the user is in urgent need of using the device, avoiding the situation where the device cannot be used because the residual material has not reached a serious level.

[0130] Feedback of cleaning prompt information when the paddle is in the prompt position allows users to promptly understand the cleaning needs of the device, helping users to reasonably arrange time for cleaning and prevent further accumulation of residual substances to the extent that it affects device performance or even causes device failure. Through reasonable operation control and prompt mechanisms, users can not only feel the stable operation of the device during use, but also get clear information about the device status.

[0131] In a possible implementation, the position detection unit is further used to change the position of the paddle in real time according to the weight change of the residual substance in the residual substance storage unit after the aerosol generation unit finishes the heating operation;

[0132] The controller is also used to determine the weight of the residual material based on the position of the paddle again, and to feed back cleaning prompt information based on the weight of the material.

[0133] When the aerosol generating unit completes the heating operation, the position detection unit immediately enters a new round of detection. Since the heating process will cause more residual material to be generated and fall into the residual material storage unit, the weight of the residual material will also change. The gravity transmission component will sense the weight change of the residual material storage unit in real time and transmit this change to the lever mechanism.

[0134] After receiving the weight change transmitted by the gravity conduction component, the lever mechanism rotates with its fulcrum as the center. Since the other end of the lever mechanism maintains movable contact with the paddle of the travel switch, the rotation of the lever will drive the position of the paddle to change, thereby converting the change in the weight of the residual material into a change in the position of the paddle.

[0135] After the heating operation is completed, the controller determines the material weight of the residual material again according to the new position of the paddle and the pre-set corresponding relationship. Then, the controller compares the newly determined material weight with the pre-set weight threshold. If the weight of the material reaches or exceeds the corresponding weight threshold, it indicates that the residual material has accumulated to the extent that it needs to be cleaned, and the controller will again feedback the cleaning prompt information. The feedback method of the cleaning prompt information is the same, similar or different as before. For example, text prompts such as "Too much residual material after heating, please clean up" are displayed on the display screen, or the indicator light is controlled to flash at a specific frequency (such as the red indicator light flashes quickly). The voice module can also play voice prompts such as "Heating is complete, there are too many residual materials, please clean up" to remind the user to clean the residual material storage unit in time.

[0136] Through the embodiments of the present application, the weight of the residual material is detected again after the heating operation is completed and the cleaning prompt information is fed back, so that the cleaning time of the equipment can be determined more accurately. By re-detecting after heating, it is ensured that the user is notified in time when the residual material really needs to be cleaned, so as to avoid affecting the subsequent use experience due to excessive residues. In addition, timely cleaning of the residual material that increases after heating helps to maintain the cleanliness and normal operation of the inside of the equipment. The mechanism of prompting cleaning again after heating can effectively avoid these problems, ensure that the equipment can stably produce high-quality aerosols every time it is used, and extend the service life of the equipment. In addition, the user is provided with a reminder to clean again after heating, and the user does not need to guess the situation of the residual material after heating, which enhances the user's sense of control over the equipment.

[0137] In one possible implementation, Figure 3 As shown, the aerosol generating device further comprises:

[0138] The two spring buffer components 201a and 201b are respectively arranged below the residual material storage unit 102, and are used to provide buffering and shock absorption functions for the residual material storage unit through expansion and contraction changes when the residual material storage unit moves downward.

[0139] like Figure 3 As shown, spring buffer components 201a and 201b can be set in the aerosol generating device. In other achievable examples, the number of the spring buffer components can also be one or more, all of which can provide buffering and shock-absorbing functions for the downward movement of the residual substance storage unit.

[0140] Optionally, the spring buffer components are located on both sides of the residual material storage unit and are connected to the residual material storage unit and the support structure inside the device. When the residual material storage unit begins to move downward under the action of gravity due to the increase of residual material, pressure is applied to the spring buffer components.

[0141] It is understandable that the spring in the spring buffer assembly has elastic potential energy. When subjected to the pressure of the residual material storage unit, the spring is compressed and deformed, converting the kinetic energy of the residual material storage unit moving downward into the elastic potential energy of the spring itself. This process can slow down the speed of the residual material storage unit moving downward, thus playing a buffering role.

[0142] At the same time, vibration is generated during the downward movement of the residual material storage unit, and the elastic deformation of the spring can absorb and disperse the vibration energy, preventing the vibration from damaging other parts of the equipment and achieving a shock absorption function. For example, if the residual material storage unit moves downward quickly at a certain moment, the spring will be compressed quickly, prolonging the action time of the force, reducing the impact force, and allowing the residual material storage unit to descend smoothly.

[0143] During the operation of the aerosol generating device, as the weight of the residual material inside the residual material storage unit increases, frequent downward movement and vibration will cause damage to its connection parts, circuits inside the device and other components. The spring buffer assembly allows the residual material storage unit to move downward smoothly, preventing abnormal fluctuations when the position detection unit detects the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit due to sudden vibration or rapid downward movement, thereby ensuring that the position detection unit can change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit, thereby improving the accuracy of detecting the degree of accumulation of residual material.

[0144] In one possible implementation, Figure 3 As shown, one end of each spring buffer assembly is connected to the bottom of the residual substance storage unit, wherein at least one of welding, bolt connection or snap connection is adopted; the other end of each spring buffer assembly is fixed to the supporting structure inside the aerosol generating device.

[0145] In one example, if welding is used, one end (top) of the spring buffer assembly can form a firm connection with the bottom of the residual material storage unit (cleaning box). This connection method is extremely stable and can effectively withstand the large tension and pressure generated when the residual material storage unit moves downward due to the increase of residual material.

[0146] In one example, if bolt connection is adopted, corresponding screw holes are set at the top of the spring buffer assembly and the bottom of the residual material storage unit, and the two are fastened together using bolts and nuts. In another example, snap connection is also a fast and convenient connection method, which uses the elastic deformation of the snap to clip the spring buffer assembly into the preset slot at the bottom of the residual material storage unit. The snap connection is simple to operate, can be installed quickly, and has good seismic resistance to a certain extent.

[0147] Optionally, in the example of the present application, the support structure inside the aerosol generating device is reserved during the device design to withstand the force transmitted by the spring buffer assembly and ensure stability. For example, the support structure can be a solid metal frame, the bottom of the support structure is fixed to the bottom of the aerosol generating device by welding or bolting, and the other end (bottom) of the spring buffer assembly is firmly connected to the top of the support structure, so that the spring can provide buffering and shock absorption for the residual substance storage unit during compression and extension.

[0148] In the example of this application, by connecting one end of the spring buffer assembly to the bottom of the residual substance storage unit and fixing the other end of the spring buffer assembly to the supporting structure inside the aerosol generating device, whether the residual substance storage unit is frequently moved downward or the device is vibrated during use, it can be ensured that the connection part will not loosen easily, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the device.

[0149] In a possible implementation, the aerosol generating device further includes:

[0150] A button connected to the controller for receiving a user input of a heating start instruction;

[0151] The mechanical lock is connected to the controller and is used to lock the aerosol generating device or unlock the aerosol generating device, wherein the locked aerosol generating device is in a locked state.

[0152] In the example of this application, the button can provide a direct interface for the user to interact with the device. When the user presses the button, the circuit inside the button changes state such as closing or opening, generates an electrical signal, and transmits it to the controller along the connection line. The controller receives the electrical signal and recognizes it as a user-input instruction to start heating.

[0153] The controller processes the heating start instruction transmitted by the button, and determines whether to perform the heating operation in combination with other current states of the aerosol generating device (such as whether it is in a locked state). For example, if the aerosol generating device is not locked, the controller further instructs the heating component to start working according to a predetermined program to achieve heating of the aerosol substrate.

[0154] In the example of this application, the mechanical lock is connected to the controller, and when the user operates the mechanical lock to put it in the locked position, the change in the mechanical structure of the lock will trigger a feedback signal to the controller. Optionally, the feedback signal can be an electrical signal generated by a device such as a micro switch, informing the controller that the aerosol generating device has entered a locked state at this time. After receiving the lock signal, the controller adjusts the operating logic of the aerosol generating device to prohibit risky operations such as starting heating. Conversely, when the user operates the mechanical lock to unlock, the lock will also send an unlock signal to the controller. After the controller recognizes the unlock signal, it adjusts the state of the aerosol generating device to an operable state, allowing the user to normally start the heating operation by pressing a button or the like.

[0155] In the example of this application, by setting a mechanical lock in the aerosol generating device, the device can be effectively prevented from being started in unexpected circumstances. For example, when the aerosol generating device is carried, if it is not locked, the heating may be started due to the accidental touch of the button, which poses a safety hazard. By locking the device with a mechanical lock, the heating operation can only be performed after unlocking, which greatly reduces the risk of misoperation.

[0156] Especially for some aerosol generating devices that may have high-temperature components, the locked state can prevent children or people who are not familiar with the operation from arbitrarily starting the device, prevent accidents such as burns, and protect the personal safety of users. In addition, by preventing misoperation and unauthorized operation, the user's controllability of device operation is enhanced, and the damage to the device due to abnormal startup or improper use is reduced, which helps to extend the service life of the device and reduce maintenance costs.

[0157] In an optional example, the aerosol generating device further includes:

[0158] The battery assembly is arranged inside the aerosol generating device and is connected to various components in the aerosol generating device through a power cord and connected to an external power source through a charging interface, and is used to convert the electric energy obtained from the external power source into voltage and current used by various components.

[0159] Optionally, the battery assembly can convert the electrical energy obtained from an external power source into voltage and current suitable for various components of the device. Different components may require power supplies of different specifications. For example, the heating element of the aerosol generating unit requires a higher voltage to generate enough heat to heat the aerosol matrix, while the sensor and control chip only require a lower and stable voltage. The battery assembly is integrated with a power management circuit that can convert and adjust the input electrical energy according to the needs of each component. For example, the high voltage of the external power supply is converted into a low voltage suitable for the operation of the sensor and control chip through a buck converter, and sufficient electrical energy is provided for the heating element that requires a high voltage through a boost converter.

[0160] In another optional example, the aerosol generating device further comprises:

[0161] The battery power detection circuit is connected to the battery assembly and the controller to detect the remaining power of the battery assembly in real time.

[0162] After the controller obtains the remaining battery power information, it can adopt different strategies according to the power situation. For example, when the power is low, the controller can prompt the user to charge in time through the display screen, or reduce certain functions of the device (such as reducing the heating power) to extend the use time of the device, ensuring that the device can still operate normally for a period of time when the power is low, avoiding the user experience affected by sudden power outages.

[0163] Through the example of this application, the stable power supply of the battery assembly ensures that all components of the device can operate normally, and the real-time power information feedback from the battery power detection circuit enables the controller to reasonably allocate power, further ensuring that the device can operate stably under various power conditions.

[0164] This application example provides an example of a control method for an aerosol generating device, please refer to Figure 4As shown, Figure 4 A schematic flow chart of a control method for an aerosol generating device provided by the present application is shown. As an example but not a limitation, the method can be applied to or run in an aerosol generating device. The method includes:

[0165] S301, using a position detection unit to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit, wherein the residual material storage unit is arranged below the aerosol generating unit and connected to the aerosol generating unit, and is used to receive and contain the residual material of the aerosol generating unit; the aerosol generating unit is arranged inside the aerosol generating device, and is used to place the aerosol matrix and generate aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix.

[0166] S302, determining the material weight of the residue based on the position of the paddle.

[0167] S303, feeding back cleaning prompt information according to the weight of the material, wherein the cleaning prompt information is used to instruct to clean the residual material storage unit.

[0168] Optionally, in the example of the present application, the aerosol generating unit is used to place an aerosol matrix, for example, a mixture of herbs such as mint, licorice, cloves, chrysanthemum, etc., and heat the aerosol matrix through a built-in heating component to atomize the substance in the aerosol matrix without burning, thereby forming an aerosol that can be used by users.

[0169] Optionally, in one example, the heating mechanism adopted by the aerosol generating unit may be a heat not burn (HNB) technology, which can release the odor components of the aerosol matrix at a lower temperature while reducing the harmful substances produced by traditional combustion methods.

[0170] Optionally, the residual material storage unit is disposed below the aerosol generating unit and is connected to the aerosol generating unit. During the operation of the aerosol generating unit, the residual gas after heating gradually cools down to become attachments, and adheres to the inner wall of the aerosol generating unit, and then deposits to the bottom of the aerosol generating unit; during the plugging and unplugging process of some aerosol matrices, a small amount of residual material will fall to the bottom of the aerosol generating unit. By providing a diversion channel at the bottom of the aerosol generating unit, etc., the residual material remaining at the bottom of the aerosol generating unit is collected in the residual material storage unit (i.e., a cleaning box, a cleaning cup), so that the residual material storage unit can receive and contain these residual materials.

[0171] The position detection unit is a paddle structure associated with the weight change of the residual material storage unit, and is connected to the residual material storage unit. When the weight of the residual material in the residual material storage unit changes, the position of the paddle connected thereto will change. For example, the lever principle can be used to place the residual material storage unit at one end of the lever, and the paddle can be installed at the other end of the lever. As the weight of the residual material increases, the lever deflects, thereby driving the paddle position to move. This structural design cleverly converts the weight change into the position change of the paddle, and can achieve the technical effect of providing an intuitive physical quantity change for detecting the weight of the residual material.

[0172] The position detection unit indirectly obtains the weight change information of the residual material by sensing the change in the position of the paddle. This can be achieved in a variety of ways, such as using a photoelectric sensor to detect the degree to which the paddle blocks light. The position of the paddle is different, the degree of light blocking is different, and the electrical signal output by the photoelectric sensor is also different; or a potentiometer is used, the paddle is connected to the sliding end of the potentiometer, when the position of the paddle changes, the resistance value of the potentiometer changes, thereby outputting different voltage signals to accurately reflect the position of the paddle, and then reflect the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit.

[0173] In the example of this application, the controller is connected to the position detection unit and receives the electrical signal sent by the position detection unit indicating the position of the paddle. Since the corresponding relationship between the position of the paddle and the weight of the residual material is pre-stored inside the controller, the position information of the paddle is converted into the actual weight data of the residual material by analyzing and processing the received electrical signal. For example, by looking up a pre-established calibration table or using a specific algorithm, the voltage value output by the photoelectric sensor or the resistance value output by the potentiometer is converted into the corresponding weight value.

[0174] The controller compares the obtained material weight of the residual material with a preset weight threshold. If it is detected that the material weight is greater than or equal to the weight threshold, it indicates that the residual material has accumulated to the extent that it needs to be cleaned. The controller triggers feedback of cleaning prompt information. The cleaning prompt information can be presented to the user in a variety of ways, such as displaying a text prompt of "Please clean the cleaning box" on the display screen; reminding the user by controlling the indicator light to flash at a specific frequency (such as a red indicator light flashing quickly); and also using the voice broadcast module to issue a voice prompt of "Too much residual material, please clean it" to inform the user to clean the residual material storage unit.

[0175] This application scheme utilizes the cooperation of the position detection unit and the controller, converts the weight change of the residual material into the position change of the paddle, adopts a more intuitive mechanical structure and a simple position detection principle, and is easier to understand and implement than some complex sensor technologies, and does not require complex electronic signal processing and high-precision sensor calibration. Excessive residual material may cause problems such as uneven heating of the aerosol generation unit and airway blockage, affecting the quality of aerosol generation and the service life of the equipment. By accurately judging the weight of the residual material based on the position of the paddle and promptly prompting cleaning, the equipment is always in good operating condition, ensuring the stability of aerosol generation and the reliability of the equipment. Clear and unambiguous cleaning prompt information allows users to understand the cleaning needs of the equipment in a timely manner to avoid the user experience being affected by excessive accumulation of residual material. Users can clean the residual material storage unit in time according to the prompts to ensure a good experience every time they use the device.

[0176] In one possible implementation, Figure 5 As shown, the cleaning prompt information is fed back according to the weight of the material, including:

[0177] S401, when the paddle is in the first position, determining that the weight of the residual material is a first weight, and no cleaning prompt information needs to be fed back, wherein the first weight is less than a first weight threshold;

[0178] S402, when the paddle is in the prompt position, determining that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight, and feeding back cleaning prompt information, wherein the second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than the second weight threshold, and the first weight threshold is less than the second weight threshold;

[0179] S403, when the paddle is in the warning position, determining that the material weight of the residual material is a third weight, prohibiting the aerosol generating unit from starting the heating operation, and feeding back a cleaning prompt message, wherein the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold.

[0180] In the example of the present application, when the paddle of the travel switch is in the first position, it indicates that there is less residual material in the residual material storage unit. At this time, the controller determines that the material weight of the residual material is the first weight based on the pre-set logic. Since the first weight is less than the first weight threshold, it means that the accumulation of residual material is far from the level that needs to be cleaned. Therefore, the controller determines that there is no need to feedback the cleaning prompt information, the device can operate normally, and the user will not receive unnecessary prompt interference. For example, in the initial stage of using the aerosol generating device, there is almost no residue in the residual material storage unit, then the paddle is in the first position, the controller does not issue a cleaning prompt, and the user can use the device normally.

[0181] As the residual material gradually accumulates, when the paddle is moved to the prompt position by the lever mechanism, the controller determines that the material weight of the residual material is the second weight. Since the second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than the second weight threshold, it means that the residual material has accumulated to a certain extent and needs to attract the user's attention. Therefore, the controller feeds back a cleaning prompt message to remind the user that there is a lot of residual material and it is recommended to clean it up as soon as possible. The cleaning prompt information can be presented in a variety of ways, such as popping up a text prompt on the display screen that "There is a lot of residual material, it is recommended to clean it up", or broadcasting the same content through a voice module, so that the user knows the status of the equipment so that he can make a cleaning decision in time.

[0182] If the residual material continues to increase, when the paddle is levered to the warning position, the controller determines that the weight of the residual material is the third weight. Since the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold, it indicates that there are too many residual materials, which has seriously affected the normal operation of the equipment and may even pose a safety hazard. Therefore, the controller not only feeds back cleaning prompt information, such as displaying a striking "Residual material is full, please clean it up immediately" on the display screen, and reminding the user through a rapid beep, but also prohibits the aerosol generation unit from starting the heating operation to prevent the device from starting heating when there is too much residual material, avoiding problems such as uneven heating, airway blockage, and the generation of harmful gases.

[0183] Through the example of this application, different weight judgments and prompt strategies are corresponding to different positions of the paddle, providing users with accurate and clear device status information. Users can reasonably arrange cleaning time according to the urgency of the prompt, avoiding the trouble caused by untimely or excessive prompts, and improving the user's control over the device and usage experience. For example, after receiving the prompt position, the user can clean up at a convenient time; and the prompt of the warning position allows the user to immediately realize the seriousness of the problem and take cleaning measures in time.

[0184] In addition, the controller controls the aerosol generating unit to start the heating operation according to the weight of the residual material, and prohibits the heating operation when the paddle is in the warning position, effectively protecting the performance of the device, avoiding heating when there is too much residual material, preventing damage to key parts such as heating components and airways, and reducing the risk of failure caused by residual material, thereby extending the service life of the device and reducing the maintenance cost of the device. For example, excessive residual material will corrode the heating wire during the heating process, and prohibiting heating in this case can effectively avoid such problems.

[0185] In one possible implementation, Figure 6 As shown, a position detection unit is used to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit, including:

[0186] S501, in response to receiving a user's instruction to start heating, detecting whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, wherein the instruction to start heating is generated by at least one of a key operation, a touch screen operation, and a distance detection operation;

[0187] S502: If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in a locked state, before the aerosol generating unit starts the heating operation, a position detection unit is used to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual substance.

[0188] Optionally, in the example of the present application, the user can send a start heating instruction to the aerosol generating device through a variety of interactive methods, including key operation, touch screen operation and distance detection operation.

[0189] Optionally, in one example, the aerosol generating device is equipped with a physical button, and when the user presses the button, the circuit inside the button is closed, generating an electrical signal, which is transmitted along the connecting line to the controller, and the controller recognizes it as a command to start heating.

[0190] Optionally, in another example, the aerosol generating device is equipped with a touch screen, and the user performs specific touch operations on the screen, such as clicking a heating icon or executing a preset gesture. After the touch screen senses the touch action, it converts it into an electrical signal and transmits it to the controller as a command to start heating.

[0191] Optionally, in another example, a distance sensor, such as an infrared distance sensor or an ultrasonic distance sensor, is installed in the aerosol generating device. When it is detected that the user's hand or other object approaches a preset distance range, the distance sensor outputs a corresponding signal to the controller, which is a heating start instruction.

[0192] In the example of the present application, after receiving the instruction to start heating, the controller immediately detects whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state. The locked state may be triggered by a variety of reasons, such as the child lock function is turned on, the device is in a fault protection state, etc.

[0193] In one example, if the aerosol generating device uses a hardware locking method such as a mechanical lock or an electronic lock, for example, when the mechanical lock is in the locked position, a micro switch is triggered, and the electrical signal generated by the micro switch is read by the controller, thereby determining that the device is in a locked state. In another example, the aerosol generating device can set the lock state through software. The controller checks the internal status flag or a specific register value to determine whether the device is locked by software.

[0194] Through the example of this application, by detecting the lock state of the device before starting the heating, it is possible to prevent children or unauthorized personnel from mistakenly starting the heating, and avoid safety accidents such as burns and fires caused by improper use. For example, when the device is carried or idle, the lock state can prevent the button from being accidentally pressed to start the heating. In addition, the weight of the residual material determined by the position of the paddle determines whether to start the heating operation, avoiding heating when there is too much residual material, reducing damage to the internal components of the device, such as preventing residual smoke oil from corroding the heating element and blocking the airway, etc., to ensure device performance and extend the service life of the device.

[0195] In one possible implementation, Figure 6 As shown, the cleaning prompt information is fed back according to the weight of the material, including:

[0196] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in a locked state, when the paddle is in the prompt position, step S503 is executed to determine that the material weight of the residual material is the second weight, control the aerosol generating unit to start the heating operation, and feed back the cleaning prompt information.

[0197] And, after the aerosol generating unit finishes the heating operation, step S505 is executed.

[0198] If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in a locked state, when the paddle is in the first position, step S504 is executed to determine that the material weight of the residual material is the first weight, and the aerosol generating unit is controlled to start the heating operation, and after the aerosol generating unit ends the heating operation, step S505 is executed.

[0199] S505, after the aerosol generating unit finishes the heating operation, the material weight of the residue is determined again based on the position of the paddle, and cleaning prompt information is fed back according to the material weight.

[0200] When it is detected that the device is not in the locked state, the controller determines the weight of the residual material according to the position of the travel switch paddle. If the paddle is in the first position, the weight of the residual material is the first weight and is less than the first weight threshold, the controller allows the start-up heating operation to be executed, and the aerosol generating unit works normally; if the paddle is in the prompt position, the weight of the residual material is the second weight, although the user needs to be reminded to clean, the start-up heating operation can still be executed; if the paddle is in the warning position, the weight of the residual material is the third weight and is greater than the second weight threshold, the controller not only prohibits the start-up heating operation, but also feeds back the cleaning prompt information at the same time.

[0201] When the aerosol generating unit completes the heating operation, the position detection unit immediately enters a new round of detection. Since the heating process will cause more residual material to be generated and fall into the residual material storage unit, the weight of the residual material will also change. The gravity transmission component will sense the weight change of the residual material storage unit in real time and transmit this change to the lever mechanism.

[0202] After receiving the weight change transmitted by the gravity conduction component, the lever mechanism rotates with its fulcrum as the center. Since the other end of the lever mechanism maintains movable contact with the paddle of the travel switch, the rotation of the lever will drive the position of the paddle to change, thereby converting the change in the weight of the residual material into a change in the position of the paddle.

[0203] After the heating operation is completed, the controller determines the material weight of the residual material again according to the new position of the paddle and the pre-set corresponding relationship. Then, the controller compares the newly determined material weight with the pre-set weight threshold. If the weight of the material reaches or exceeds the corresponding weight threshold, it indicates that the residual material has accumulated to the extent that it needs to be cleaned, and the controller will again feedback the cleaning prompt information. The feedback method of the cleaning prompt information is the same, similar or different as before. For example, text prompts such as "Too much residual material after heating, please clean up" are displayed on the display screen, or the indicator light is controlled to flash at a specific frequency (such as the red indicator light flashes quickly). The voice module can also play voice prompts such as "Heating is complete, there are too many residual materials, please clean up" to remind the user to clean the residual material storage unit in time.

[0204] Through the embodiments of the present application, the weight of the residual material is detected again after the heating operation is completed and the cleaning prompt information is fed back, so that the cleaning time of the equipment can be determined more accurately. By re-detecting after heating, it is ensured that the user is notified in time when the residual material really needs to be cleaned, so as to avoid affecting the subsequent use experience due to excessive residues. In addition, timely cleaning of the residual material that increases after heating helps to maintain the cleanliness and normal operation of the inside of the equipment. The mechanism of prompting cleaning again after heating can effectively avoid these problems, ensure that the equipment can stably produce high-quality aerosols every time it is used, and extend the service life of the equipment. In addition, the user is provided with a reminder to clean again after heating, and the user does not need to guess the situation of the residual material after heating, which enhances the user's sense of control over the equipment.

[0205] In one possible implementation, Figure 6 As shown, the method also includes:

[0206] S506: If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, the start-up heating operation is prohibited and a status prompt information is fed back, wherein the status prompt information is used to indicate that the aerosol generating device is in a locked state.

[0207] If the aerosol generating device is detected to be in a locked state, the controller prohibits the start-up heating operation to ensure safety and comply with the device operation rules. At the same time, the controller provides status prompt information in a variety of ways. For example, the text "The device is locked, please unlock before operation" is displayed on the display screen; the control indicator light flashes in a specific mode, such as a red indicator light flashing quickly; or the voice prompt "The device is locked" is played through the voice module to let the user know the current status of the device.

[0208] Through the embodiments of the present application, when receiving a heating start instruction, the lock state of the aerosol generating device is first detected to prevent heating operations when the device is in an unsafe or inappropriate state. For example, when the child lock function of the device is turned on to prevent children from misoperating, the device lock can prevent children from accidentally starting the heating, reducing potential safety risks such as burns, fire, etc.

[0209] In the example of this application, when the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, status prompt information is promptly fed back to allow the user to clearly understand the current status of the device, thereby preventing the user from repeatedly trying to start the heating operation due to lack of understanding of the situation, thereby reducing user confusion and unnecessary operating troubles.

[0210] It should be understood that the size of the serial numbers of the steps in the above embodiments does not mean the order of execution. The execution order of each process should be determined by its function and internal logic, and should not constitute any limitation on the implementation process of the embodiments of the present application.

[0211] An embodiment of the present application further provides an electronic device, the electronic device comprising one or more processors and a memory;

[0212] The memory is coupled to one or more processors, and the memory is used to store computer program codes, the computer program codes include computer instructions, and the one or more processors call the computer instructions to enable the electronic device to execute the control method of the aerosol generating device shown above.

[0213] Figure 7The schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device provided in the embodiment of the present application, the electronic device 600 may be an aerosol generating device, an electronic atomizing device, a mobile phone, a smart screen, a tablet computer, a wearable electronic device, an in-vehicle electronic device, an augmented reality (AR) device, a virtual reality (VR) device, a laptop computer, an ultra-mobile personal computer (UMPC), a netbook, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a projector, or a communication device such as a server, a storage device, a base station, or a smart car, etc. The embodiment of the present application does not impose any restrictions on the specific type of the electronic device.

[0214] The memory 601 can be used to store computer software programs 602 and modules, and the processor 603 executes various functional applications and data processing of the electronic device by running the software programs and modules stored in the memory 601. The memory 601 can mainly include a program storage area and a data storage area, wherein the program storage area can store an operating system, an application required for at least one function (such as a sound playback function, an image playback function, etc.), etc.; the data storage area can store data created according to the use of the electronic device (such as audio data, a phone book, etc.), etc. In addition, the memory 601 can include a high-speed random access memory, and can also include a non-volatile memory, such as at least one disk storage device, a flash memory device, or other volatile solid-state storage devices.

[0215] Among them, the processor 603 may include one or more processors such as a central processing unit, an application processor (AP), a baseband processor, etc. The processor may be the nerve center and command center of the wireless router. The processor 603 may generate an operation control signal according to the instruction operation code and the timing signal to complete the control of fetching and executing instructions. The memory 601 may be used to store computer executable program codes, and the executable program codes include instructions. The processor 603 executes various functional applications and data processing of the network device by running the instructions stored in the memory. The memory 601 may include a program storage area and a data storage area, such as storing data of a sound signal to be played. For example, the memory may be a double rate synchronous dynamic random access memory DDR or a flash memory Flash.

[0216] An embodiment of the present application also provides a computer-readable storage medium, in which computer instructions are stored; when the computer-readable storage medium is run on an electronic device, the electronic device executes the control method of the aerosol generating device shown above.

[0217] The computer instructions may be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, or transmitted from one computer-readable storage medium to another computer-readable storage medium. For example, the computer instructions may be transmitted from one website, computer, server, or data center to another website, computer, server, or data center via wired (e.g., coaxial cable, optical fiber, digital subscriber line (DSL)) or wireless (e.g., infrared, wireless, microwave, etc.) means. The computer-readable storage medium may be any available medium that can be accessed by a computer or a data storage device such as a server, data center, etc. that includes one or more available media integrated therein. The available medium may be a magnetic medium (e.g., a floppy disk, a hard disk, a magnetic tape), an optical medium, or a semiconductor medium (e.g., a solid state disk (SSD)), etc.

[0218] The embodiment of the present application also provides a computer program product including computer instructions. When the computer program product is run on an electronic device, the electronic device can execute the control method of the aerosol generating device shown above.

[0219] The computer storage medium and computer program product provided in the above-mentioned embodiments of the present application are used to execute the method provided above. Therefore, the beneficial effects that can be achieved can refer to the beneficial effects corresponding to the method provided above, and will not be repeated here.

[0220] In the above embodiments, it can also be implemented in whole or in part by software, hardware, firmware or any combination thereof. When implemented using software, it can be implemented in whole or in part in the form of a computer program product. The computer program product includes one or more computer instructions. When the computer instructions are loaded and executed on a computer, the process or function described in the embodiment of the present application is generated in whole or in part. The computer may be a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, a computer network or other programmable device. The computer instructions may be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, or transmitted from one computer-readable storage medium to another computer-readable storage medium, for example, the computer instructions may be transmitted from a website site, computer, server or data center by wired (such as: coaxial cable, optical fiber, data subscriber line (Digital Subscriber Line, DSL)) or wireless (such as: infrared, wireless, microwave, etc.) mode to another website site, computer, server or data center. The computer-readable storage medium may be any available medium that a computer can access, or a data storage device such as a server or data center that includes one or more available media integrations. The available medium may be a magnetic medium (such as a floppy disk, a hard disk, a magnetic tape), an optical medium (such as a digital versatile disc (DVD)), or a semiconductor medium (such as a solid state disk (SSD)).

[0221] In the above embodiments, the description of each embodiment has its own emphasis. For parts that are not described or recorded in detail in a certain embodiment, reference can be made to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0222] Those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the units and algorithm steps of each example described in conjunction with the embodiments applied for herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are performed in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Professional and technical personnel can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered to be beyond the scope of this application.

[0223] In the embodiments provided in the present application, it should be understood that the disclosed devices / network equipment and methods can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device / network equipment embodiments described above are merely schematic. For example, the division of the modules or units is only a logical function division. There may be other division methods in actual implementation, such as multiple units or components can be combined or integrated into another system, or some features can be ignored or not executed. Another point is that the mutual coupling or direct coupling or communication connection shown or discussed can be through some interfaces, indirect coupling or communication connection of devices or units, which can be electrical, mechanical or other forms.

[0224] The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separated, and the components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed on multiple network units. Some or all of the units may be selected according to actual needs to achieve the purpose of the solution of this embodiment.

[0225] The embodiments described above are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, rather than to limit them. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, a person skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments may still be modified, or some of the technical features may be replaced by equivalents. Such modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, and should all be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. An aerosol generating device, characterized in that: include: an aerosol generating unit, disposed inside the aerosol generating device, for placing an aerosol matrix and generating an aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix; A residual substance storage unit is disposed below the aerosol generating unit and connected to the aerosol generating unit, and is used to receive and contain the residual substance of the aerosol generating unit; a position detection unit connected to the residual material storage unit and configured to change the position of the paddle according to a weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit; The controller is connected to the position detection unit and is used to determine the material weight of the residue based on the position of the paddle and to feed back cleaning prompt information according to the material weight, wherein the cleaning prompt information is used to instruct the residual material storage unit to be cleaned.

2. The aerosol generating device according to claim 1, characterized in that The position detection unit includes: a gravity conducting component and a lever structure, One end of the gravity transmission component is connected to the residual material storage unit, and the other end of the gravity transmission component is connected to the lever mechanism, and the gravity transmission component is used to transmit the weight change of the residual material storage unit to the lever mechanism; One end of the lever mechanism is connected to the other end of the gravity conducting component, and the other end of the lever mechanism is in movable contact with the paddle of the travel switch, and the lever mechanism is used to convert the weight change transmitted by the gravity conducting component into a paddle movement of the paddle; The travel switch is provided with a movable paddle, and the travel switch is used to change the position of the paddle under the toggling action of the lever mechanism.

3. The aerosol generating device according to claim 2, characterized in that The initial position of the paddle of the travel switch is the first position; When the weight of the material gradually increases, one end of the lever mechanism is acted upon by the gravity conducting component and rotates around the fulcrum, and the other end of the lever mechanism moves the paddle to a second position, wherein the second position includes a prompt position and a warning position.

4. The aerosol generating device according to claim 3, characterized in that The controller is connected to the travel switch and is further used to determine that the material weight of the residual material is a first weight when the paddle is in the first position, and there is no need to feedback the cleaning prompt information, wherein the first weight is less than a first weight threshold; The controller is further configured to, when the paddle is in the prompt position, determine that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight, and feed back the cleaning prompt information, wherein the second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than a second weight threshold, and the first weight threshold is less than the second weight threshold; The controller is further used to determine that the material weight of the residual substance is a third weight when the paddle is in the warning position, prohibit the aerosol generating unit from starting the heating operation, and feed back the cleaning prompt information, wherein the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold.

5. The aerosol generating device according to claim 1, characterized in that The controller is also used for: In response to receiving a user's instruction to start heating, detecting whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, wherein the instruction to start heating is generated by at least one of a key operation, a touch screen operation, and a distance detection operation; If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is in the locked state, the start-up heating operation is prohibited, and status prompt information is fed back, wherein the status prompt information is used to indicate that the aerosol generating device is in the locked state; If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in the locked state, the start-up heating operation is performed based on the material weight of the residue determined based on the position of the paddle.

6. The aerosol generating device according to claim 5, characterized in that The controller is further configured to, when the paddle is in the first position, determine that the material weight of the residual material is a first weight, and control the aerosol generating unit to perform the start-up heating operation; The controller is further configured to, when the paddle is in the prompt position, determine that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight, control the aerosol generating unit to perform the start-up heating operation, and feed back the cleaning prompt information.

7. The aerosol generating device according to claim 3, characterized in that The position detection unit is further used to change the position of the paddle in real time according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit after the aerosol generating unit finishes the heating operation; The controller is further used to determine the material weight of the residue based on the position of the paddle again, and to feed back cleaning prompt information according to the material weight.

8. The aerosol generating device according to claim 1, characterized in that The aerosol generating device further comprises: Two spring buffer components are respectively arranged below the residual material storage unit, and are used to provide buffering and shock absorption functions for the residual material storage unit through expansion and contraction changes during the downward movement of the residual material storage unit; Among them, one end of each of the spring buffer components is connected to the bottom of the residual substance storage unit by at least one of welding, bolt connection or snap connection; the other end of each of the spring buffer components is fixed to the supporting structure inside the aerosol generating device.

9. An aerosol generating device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that The aerosol generating device further comprises: A button connected to the controller, used to receive a heating start instruction input by a user; A mechanical lock is connected to the controller and is used to lock the aerosol generating device or unlock the aerosol generating device, wherein the locked aerosol generating device is in a locked state.

10. A method for controlling an aerosol generating device, characterized in that: Used in an aerosol generating device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9, comprising: A position detection unit is used to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit, wherein the residual material storage unit is arranged below the aerosol generating unit and connected to the aerosol generating unit, and is used to receive and contain the residual material of the aerosol generating unit, and the aerosol generating unit is arranged inside the aerosol generating device, and is used to place an aerosol matrix, and generate an aerosol by heating the aerosol matrix; determining a material weight of the residue based on the position of the paddle; Cleaning prompt information is fed back according to the weight of the material, wherein the cleaning prompt information is used to instruct to clean the residual material storage unit.

11. The method according to claim 10, characterized in that Feedback of cleaning prompt information based on the weight of the material includes: When the paddle is in the first position, determining that the material weight of the residual material is a first weight, and no need to feed back the cleaning prompt information, wherein the first weight is less than a first weight threshold; When the paddle is in the prompt position, determining that the material weight of the residual material is a second weight, and feeding back the cleaning prompt information, wherein the second weight is greater than the first weight threshold and less than a second weight threshold, and the first weight threshold is less than the second weight threshold; When the paddle is in the warning position, the material weight of the residual material is determined to be a third weight, the aerosol generating unit is prohibited from starting the heating operation, and the cleaning prompt information is fed back, wherein the third weight is greater than the second weight threshold.

12. The method according to claim 10, characterized in that The method of using the position detection unit to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual material in the residual material storage unit includes: In response to receiving a user's instruction to start heating, detecting whether the aerosol generating device is in a locked state, wherein the instruction to start heating is generated by at least one of a key operation, a touch screen operation, and a distance detection operation; If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in the locked state, the position detection unit is used to change the position of the paddle according to the weight change of the residual substance before the aerosol generating unit performs the start-up heating operation.

13. The method according to claim 12, characterized in that Feedback of cleaning prompt information according to the weight of the material includes: If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in a locked state, and it is determined that the material weight of the residual material is the second weight, the aerosol generating unit is controlled to perform the start-up heating operation, and the cleaning prompt information is fed back; If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is not in the locked state and the material weight of the residual material is determined to be the first weight, the aerosol generating unit is controlled to perform the start-up heating operation, and After the aerosol generating unit finishes the heating operation, the material weight of the residue is determined again based on the position of the paddle, and cleaning prompt information is fed back according to the material weight.

14. The method according to any one of claims 10 to 13, characterized in that The method further comprises: If it is detected that the aerosol generating device is in the locked state, the start-up heating operation is prohibited and status prompt information is fed back, wherein the status prompt information is used to indicate that the aerosol generating device is in the locked state.

15. An electronic device comprising a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein: When the processor executes the computer program, the electronic device implements the method according to any one of claims 10 to 14.

16. A computer program product, characterized in that It comprises a computer program which, when executed, causes the method according to any one of claims 10 to 14 to be performed.

17. A computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program, characterized in that: When the computer program is executed by a processor, the method according to any one of claims 10 to 14 is implemented.

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