Consumption-free atomization heating simulation device and aerosol supply system

Abstract

The invention discloses a consumption-free atomization heating simulation device and an aerosol supply system. The consumable-free atomization heating simulation device comprises an atomization material simulation part and a first temperature measurement element, the atomization material simulation part is used for simulating an aerosol generating material and reflecting a temperature field in a heating state, and the first temperature measurement element is arranged on the atomization material simulation part and used for detecting the temperature of the atomization material simulation part in the heating state. The atomization heating simulation device for simulating the aerosol generation product is designed to replace a real aerosol generation product in a heating body test of an aerosol supply device, and waste and pollution can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of aerosol supply, and more particularly to a non-consumption atomization heating simulation device and an aerosol supply system. Background Technology

[0002] An aerosol supply system includes an aerosol supply device and an aerosol-generating product (such as a tobacco product). The aerosol-generating product is inserted into the heating chamber of the aerosol supply device, and the aerosol-generating product is heated by the aerosol supply device to obtain aerosol.

[0003] Currently, the development of aerosol supply devices requires the use of actual aerosol generation products to test the effectiveness of the heating element and to debug the corresponding equipment system. While many types of aerosol generation products are available on the market, obtaining sufficient quantities for testing presents several challenges:

[0004] 1. Tobacco itself is a prohibited item, therefore both its import and domestic transportation are subject to embargo restrictions;

[0005] 2. Aerosol-generating products must be purchased from designated locations, and the quantity that can be purchased is limited;

[0006] 3. During the experiment, aerosol products are consumables, which means that a large amount of aerosol products are needed for each experiment, which is a huge waste and causes environmental pollution.

[0007] Therefore, in the process of researching heating equipment, we considered designing a simulated cigarette that could replace conventional real cigarettes in experiments without causing pollution. There was also no risk of embargo. Summary of the Invention

[0008] This disclosure aims to at least address one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. This disclosure provides a non-consumption atomization heating simulation device and an aerosol supply system, which reduces waste and pollution by designing a device to simulate the generation of aerosol products.

[0009] This disclosure provides a non-consumption atomization heating simulation device for testing the function of a heating element, comprising:

[0010] The atomization material simulation section is used to simulate aerosol-generating materials and to reflect the temperature field under heating conditions.

[0011] A first temperature sensing element is disposed in the atomizing material simulation section and is used to detect the temperature of the atomizing material simulation section under heating conditions.

[0012] Optionally, the first temperature sensing element has at least two elements, which are respectively disposed at different positions of the atomizing material simulation part.

[0013] Optionally, at least two first temperature sensing elements are distributed at intervals along the length of the atomizing material simulation section and / or distributed at intervals from the center of the atomizing material simulation section to the outer periphery.

[0014] Optionally, the heat resistance temperature of the atomizing material simulation part is higher than 350°C.

[0015] Optionally, the heat resistance temperature of the atomizing material simulation part is 350℃~400℃.

[0016] Optionally, the material of the atomizing material simulation section includes polyimide foam and / or ceramic.

[0017] Optionally, the simulation device is used to simulate a cigarette, and the simulation device further includes:

[0018] The mouthpiece portion and the simulated atomizing material portion are located at opposite ends of the length direction;

[0019] The cooling section is connected to the atomizing material simulation section and is used to cool the airflow from the atomizing material simulation section.

[0020] Optionally, the cooling section includes a hollow cavity and at least one through hole, the hollow cavity connecting the atomizing material simulation section and the mouthpiece section, and the through hole connecting the hollow cavity to the outside air.

[0021] Optionally, the heat resistance temperature of the mouthpiece is higher than 80°C.

[0022] Optionally, the material of the mouthpiece portion includes recycled cellulose acetate and / or polylactic acid.

[0023] Optionally, the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device further includes packaging material that circumferentially covers the atomization material simulation part, the cooling part, and the mouthpiece part.

[0024] Optionally, the hollow cavity is formed by wrapping the packaging material, and the through hole penetrates the wall of the packaging material.

[0025] Optionally, the packaging material has a heat resistance temperature higher than 150°C.

[0026] Optionally, the packaging material may be made of polyetheretherketone (PEEK).

[0027] Optionally, the consumable atomization heating simulation device further includes:

[0028] The second temperature sensing element is disposed in the cooling section and is used to detect the temperature of the cooling section in the heating state.

[0029] Optionally, the second temperature sensing element has at least two elements, which are respectively disposed at different positions in the cooling section.

[0030] Optionally, at least two second temperature sensing elements are distributed at intervals along the length of the cooling section and / or distributed at intervals from the center of the cooling section to the outer periphery.

[0031] Optionally, the consumable atomization heating simulation device further includes:

[0032] The third temperature sensing element is disposed in the mouthpiece and is used to detect the temperature of the mouthpiece under heating conditions.

[0033] Optionally, the third temperature sensing element has at least two elements, which are respectively located at different positions of the mouthpiece.

[0034] Optionally, at least two third temperature sensing elements are spaced apart along the length of the mouthpiece and / or spaced apart from the center of the mouthpiece to the outer periphery.

[0035] Optionally, the difference between the suction resistance of the atomizing material simulation section and the suction resistance of the aerosol generating material of the simulated aerosol generating product is within a preset range.

[0036] Optionally, the consumable atomization heating simulation device further includes a suction resistance adjuster configured to adjust the suction resistance of the consumable atomization heating simulation device.

[0037] Optionally, the suction resistance adjuster is disposed in the hollow cavity of the cooling section and located between the atomizing material simulation section and the through hole.

[0038] Optionally, the suction resistance of the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device is 90–110 mmWg.

[0039] The second aspect of this disclosure provides an aerosol supply system, including an aerosol supply device and the aforementioned consumable atomization heating simulation device of the first aspect.

[0040] The aerosol supply device includes:

[0041] The receiving cavity is configured to at least partially receive the consumable atomizing heating simulation device;

[0042] The heating element is configured to heat the atomization material simulation section of the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device.

[0043] The above-described technical solutions of the present invention have at least one or more of the following beneficial effects:

[0044] This disclosure presents a design for an atomization heating simulation device that mimics the aerosol-generating product. This device has the same functionality as a real aerosol-generating product, is reusable, consumes no energy during heating, and is non-consumable. Using the atomization heating simulation device instead of a real aerosol-generating product in the testing of the heating element of an aerosol supply device reduces waste, prevents pollution, and avoids the risk of embargoes.

[0045] The atomizing material simulation section of the atomizing heating simulation device is also equipped with a first temperature measuring element. The first temperature measuring element can detect the temperature of the atomizing material simulation section under heating conditions, thereby accurately reflecting the temperature field distribution within the atomizing material simulation section and accurately feeding back the heating effect of the heating element.

[0046] Furthermore, the cooling section of the atomization heating simulation device is equipped with a second temperature measuring element, and the mouthpiece section is equipped with a third temperature measuring element. The second temperature measuring element can detect the temperature of the cooling section under heating conditions, and the third temperature measuring element is used to detect the temperature of the mouthpiece section under heating conditions. By collecting the temperature of each section inside the atomization heating simulation device through the second and third temperature measuring elements, the temperature changes of the aerosol flowing inside the atomization heating simulation device can be accurately fed back. This temperature data is helpful in guiding further improvements to the structure of the aerosol-generated products.

[0047] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0048] The disclosure of this invention will become more readily understood with reference to the accompanying drawings. It will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that these drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this invention. Furthermore, similar numbers in the drawings are used to denote similar components, wherein:

[0049] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a non-consumption atomization heating simulation device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0050] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a non-consumption atomization heating simulation device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0051] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the wasteless atomizing heating simulation device shown;

[0052] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of another consumption-free atomization heating simulation device provided in this embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0053] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the wasteless atomizing heating simulation device shown;

[0054] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of an aerosol supply device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0055] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of another aerosol supply device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0056] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0057] 10 Atomizing material simulation section, 101 First temperature measuring element, 102 Atomizing material simulation element, 103 First fixator, 104 Puncture chamber, 20 Cooling section, 201 Hollow cavity, 202 Through hole, 203 Second temperature measuring element, 204 Second fixator, 30 Mouthpiece section, 301 Third temperature measuring element, 302 Filter element, 303 Cavity, 304 Third fixator, 40 Flow guide section, 50 End, 501 End element, 502 End plug, 60 Packaging material;

[0058] 701 Housing, 702 Receiving cavity, 703 Insertion port, 704 Puncture component, 705 Coil, 706 Cylinder, 707 Battery module. Detailed Implementation

[0059] Some embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0060] As used herein, the term "supply system" is intended to cover systems that deliver at least one substance to a user during use, and includes:

[0061] Combustible aerosol supply systems, such as cigarettes, cigarettes, and cigars, as well as tobacco for pipes or for self-rolled or self-made cigarettes (whether based on tobacco, tobacco derivatives, expanded tobacco, reconstituted tobacco, tobacco substitutes or other smokeable materials);

[0062] Non-flammable aerosol supply systems that release compounds from aerosol-generating materials without burning the aerosol-generating materials, such as electronic cigarettes, tobacco heating products, and mixing systems, to generate aerosols using combinations of aerosol-generating materials; and

[0063] An aerosol-free delivery system delivers at least one substance to a user via mouth, nose, skin, or other means without forming an aerosol, including but not limited to lozenges, chewing gum, patches, articles including inhalable powders, and oral products (e.g., oral tobacco including snuff or wet snuff), wherein the at least one substance may or may not include nicotine.

[0064] According to this disclosure, a "combustible" aerosol supply system is an aerosol supply system in which the aerosol generating material is burned or ignited during use in order to deliver at least one substance to the user.

[0065] In some implementations, the supply system is a combustible aerosol supply system, such as a system selected from the group consisting of cigarettes, cigarettes, and cigars.

[0066] In some embodiments, this disclosure relates to a component for use in a combustible aerosol supply system, such as a filter, filter rod, filter segment, tobacco stick, spill, aerosol modifier release component (e.g., capsule, thread, or bead), or paper (e.g., forming paper, tipping paper, or cigarette paper).

[0067] According to this disclosure, a "non-flammable" aerosol supply system is an aerosol supply system in which the aerosol generating material is non-flammable or non-ignitable and delivers at least one substance to the user.

[0068] In some implementations, the supply system is a non-flammable aerosol supply system, such as a powered non-flammable aerosol supply system.

[0069] In some implementations, the non-flammable aerosol supply system is an electronic cigarette, also known as a vapor device or electronic nicotine supply system (END); however, it should be noted that the presence of nicotine in the aerosol generating material is not necessary.

[0070] In some implementations, the non-combustible aerosol supply system is an aerosol-generating material heating system, also known as a heated non-combustible system. An example of such a system is a tobacco heating system.

[0071] In some embodiments, the non-flammable aerosol supply system is a mixing system that uses a combination of aerosol-generating materials to generate aerosols, wherein one or more of these aerosol-generating materials can be heated. Each aerosol-generating material may be in the form of a solid, liquid, or gel, and may or may not contain nicotine. In some embodiments, the mixing system includes liquid or gel aerosol-generating materials and solid aerosol-generating materials. Solid aerosol-generating materials may include, for example, tobacco or non-tobacco products.

[0072] Typically, a non-flammable aerosol supply system may include a non-flammable aerosol supply device and consumables for use with the non-flammable aerosol supply device.

[0073] In some embodiments, this disclosure relates to consumables comprising aerosol-generating materials and configured for use with non-flammable aerosol supply devices. These consumables are sometimes referred to as articles in this disclosure.

[0074] In some embodiments, a non-flammable aerosol supply system, such as its non-flammable aerosol supply device, may include a power source and a controller. The power source may be, for example, a power source or a heat source. In some embodiments, the heat source includes a carbon matrix, which may be powered to distribute power in the form of heat to the aerosol-generating material or heat-transfer material adjacent to the heat source.

[0075] In some embodiments, a non-flammable aerosol supply system may include an area for receiving consumables, an aerosol generator, an aerosol generation area, a housing, nozzles, filters, and / or aerosol modifiers.

[0076] In some embodiments, consumables for use with a non-flammable aerosol supply device may include aerosol generating material, aerosol generating material storage area, aerosol generating material conveying component, aerosol generator, aerosol generating area, housing, packaging paper, filter, nozzle, and / or aerosol modifier.

[0077] In some embodiments, the supply system is an aerosol-free supply system that delivers at least one substance to a user orally, nasally, dermally, or otherwise without forming an aerosol. This includes, but is not limited to, tablets, chewing gum, patches, articles including inhalable powders, and oral products (e.g., oral tobacco including snuff or wet snuff), wherein the at least one substance may or may not include nicotine.

[0078] In some embodiments, the substance to be delivered may be an aerosol-generating material or a material not intended for aerosolization. Depending on the circumstances, any material may include one or more active ingredients, one or more flavoring agents, one or more aerosol-forming agent materials, and / or one or more other functional materials.

[0079] In some embodiments, the substance to be delivered includes an active substance. As used herein, an active substance can be a physiologically active material, which is a material intended to achieve or enhance a physiological response. Active substances can be, for example, selected from nutritional supplements, nootropics, and psychoactive substances. Active substances can be naturally occurring or synthetically obtained. Active substances can include, for example, nicotine, caffeine, taurine, caffeine, vitamins (e.g., B6 or B12 or C), melatonin, or components, derivatives, or combinations thereof. Active substances can also include one or more components, derivatives, or extracts of tobacco or other plants.

[0080] In some embodiments, the active substance includes nicotine. In other embodiments, the active substance includes caffeine, melatonin, or vitamin B12.

[0081] As described herein, an active substance may include or be derived from one or more plants or their components, derivatives, or extracts. As used herein, the term "plant" includes any material derived from a plant, including but not limited to extracts, leaves, bark, fibers, stems, roots, seeds, flowers, fruits, pollen, shells, pods, etc. Alternatively, the material may include an active compound naturally occurring in a plant that is obtained through synthesis. The material may be in the form of a liquid, gas, solid, powder, dust, crushed particles, fine particles, pellets, fragments, strips, flakes, etc.

[0082] Examples of plants include tobacco, eucalyptus, star anise, hemp plants, cocoa, fennel, lemongrass, mint, spearmint, red tea tree, chamomile, flax, ginger, ginkgo, hazelnut, hibiscus, bay leaf, licorice, matcha, yerba mate, orange peel, papaya, rose, sage, tea (e.g., green or black tea), thyme, clove, cinnamon, coffee, anise, basil, bay leaf, cardamom, coriander, cumin, nutmeg, oregano, red pepper, rosemary, saffron, and lavender. Grass, lemon peel, mint, juniper, elderberry, vanilla, holly, perilla, turmeric, turmeric root powder, sandalwood, coriander leaves, bergamot, orange blossom, myrtle, blackcurrant, valerian, Spanish bell pepper, nutmeg, damarin, marjoram, olive, lemon mint, lemon basil, chives, parsley, verbena, tarragon, geranium, mulberry, ginseng, theanine, tetramethyluric acid, maca, Indian ginseng, dami, guana tea, chlorophyll, baobab, or any combination thereof. Mint may be selected from the following mint varieties: wild mint, mint CV, Egyptian mint, peppermint, basil mint CV, peppermint CV, spearmint, heartleaf spearmint, longleaf mint, pineapple mint, lip mint, spearmint CV, and apple mint.

[0083] In some embodiments, the active substance comprises or is derived from one or more plants or their components, derivatives, or extracts, and the plant is tobacco. In some embodiments, the active substance comprises or is derived from one or more plants or their components, derivatives, or extracts, and the plant is selected from eucalyptus, star anise, and cocoa.

[0084] In some embodiments, the active substance includes or is derived from one or more plants or their components, derivatives or extracts, and the plants are selected from red tea tree and fennel.

[0085] In some embodiments, the substance to be delivered includes flavoring agents. As used herein, the terms "flavoring agent" and "spice" refer to materials that, where permitted by local regulations, can be used in a product to produce a taste, aroma, or other bodily sensation desired by an adult consumer. These can include naturally occurring flavoring materials, plants, plant extracts, synthetic materials, or combinations thereof (e.g., tobacco, licorice, hydrangea, eugenol, Japanese magnolia leaf, chamomile, fenugreek, clove, maple, matcha, menthol, Japanese mint, anise, cinnamon, turmeric, Indian spices, Asian spices, herbs, holly, cherry, berries, raspberries, cranberries, peach, apple, orange, mango, citrus, lemon, lime, tropical fruits, papaya, rhubarb, grape). Durian, dragon fruit, cucumber, blueberry, mulberry, citrus fruits, Durum Brand, bourbon whiskey, Scotch whisky, whiskey, gin, tequila, rum, spearmint, mint, lavender, aloe vera, cardamom, celery, bitter bean husk, nutmeg, sandalwood, bergamot, geranium, arabesque tea, sorghum, areca leaf, coriander, pine, honey extract, rose oil, vanilla, lemon oil, orange oil, orange blossom, cherry blossom, cinnamon, coriander, cognac, jasmine, ylang-ylang, sage, fennel Mustard, green bell pepper, ginger, coriander, coffee, peppermint oil from any type of mint, eucalyptus, star anise, cocoa, lemongrass, red beans, flax, ginkgo leaves, hazelnuts, hibiscus, bay leaves, yerba mate, orange peel, rose, tea (e.g., green or black tea), thyme, juniper, elderberry, basil, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, chili peppers, rosemary, saffron, lemon peel, mint, beefsteak, turmeric, cilantro, myrtle, blackcurrant, valerian, Spanish bell pepper, dried nutmeg, dami It may contain ingredients such as sucrose, marjoram, olive, lemon balm, lemon basil, scallion, parsley, verbena, tarragon, limonene, thymol, camphene, flavor enhancers, bitter receptor blockers, sensory receptor activators or stimulants, sugars and / or sugar substitutes (e.g., sucralose, acesulfame potassium, aspartame, saccharin, cyclosulfonates, lactose, sucrose, glucose, fructose, sorbitol, or mannitol), and other additives such as charcoal, chlorophyll, minerals, plants, or breath fresheners. It may be an analogue, synthetic, or natural ingredient or a mixture thereof. It may be in any suitable form, such as a liquid like an oil, a solid like a powder, or a gas.

[0086] In some embodiments, the flavoring agent includes menthol, spearmint, and / or peppermint. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent includes flavoring components of cucumber, blueberry, citrus fruits, and / or cranberry. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent includes eugenol. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent includes flavoring components extracted from tobacco.

[0087] In some embodiments, in addition to or in place of aromatactic or gustatory nerves, flavoring agents may include sensory agents designed to achieve somatic sensations typically induced and perceived by chemical stimulation of the fifth cranial nerve (trigeminal nerve), and these may include agents that provide heating, cooling, tingling, or numbing effects. Suitable thermal agents may be, but are not limited to, vanillyl ether, and suitable coolants may be, but are not limited to, eucalyptol, WS-3.

[0088] Aerosol-generating materials are materials capable of generating aerosols, for example, when heated, irradiated, or electrified in any other way. Aerosol-generating materials may be in solid, liquid, or gel form, and may or may not contain active substances and / or fragrances. In some embodiments, aerosol-generating materials may include “amorphous solids,” which may alternatively be referred to as “monolithic solids” (i.e., non-fibrous). In some embodiments, the amorphous solid may be a dried gel. An amorphous solid is a solid material that can retain some fluid (e.g., liquid) within it. In some embodiments, aerosol-generating materials may, for example, comprise from about 50 wt%, 60 wt%, or 70 wt% to about 90 wt%, 95 wt%, or 100 wt% amorphous solids.

[0089] Aerosol-generating materials may include one or more active substances and / or flavoring agents, one or more aerosol-forming agent materials, and optionally one or more other functional materials.

[0090] Aerosol forming agent materials may include one or more components capable of forming aerosols. In some embodiments, aerosol forming agent materials may include one or more of the following: glycerol, propylene glycol, diethylene glycol, triethylene glycol, tetraethylene glycol, 1,3-butanediol, erythritol, meso-erythritol, ethyl vanillate, ethyl laurate, diethyl octanoate, triethyl citrate, triacetin, a mixture of glycerol diacetate, benzyl benzoate, benzyl phenyl acetate, glyceryl tribocate, lauryl acetate, lauric acid, myristic acid, and propylene carbonate.

[0091] The other or more functional materials may include one or more of pH adjusters, colorants, preservatives, binders, fillers, stabilizers and / or antioxidants.

[0092] The material may be present on or within a carrier to form a matrix. The carrier may be, or include, for example, paper, cardboard, cardboard, reconstituted materials, plastic materials, ceramic materials, composite materials, glass, metal, or metal alloys. In some embodiments, the carrier includes a receptor. In some embodiments, the receptor is embedded within the material. In some alternative embodiments, the receptor is located on one or both sides of the material.

[0093] Consumables are articles comprising or composed of aerosol-generating materials, some or all of which are intended to be consumed by a user during use. Consumables may include one or more other components, such as an aerosol-generating material storage area, an aerosol-generating material delivery component, an aerosol-generating area, a housing, packaging paper, a nozzle, a filter, and / or an aerosol modifier. Consumables may also include an aerosol generator, such as a heater, which releases heat during use to cause the aerosol-generating material to generate an aerosol. The heater may, for example, comprise a combustible material, a material that can be heated by electrical conduction, or a sensor.

[0094] A sensor is a material that can be heated by being penetrated by a changing magnetic field (e.g., an alternating magnetic field). A sensor can be a conductive material, such that penetration by a changing magnetic field results in inductive heating of the heating material. A heating material can be a magnetic material, such that penetration by a changing magnetic field results in hysteresis heating of the heating material. A sensor can be both conductive and magnetic, allowing it to be heated by both heating mechanisms. In this paper, a device constructed to generate a changing magnetic field is referred to as a magnetic field generator.

[0095] Aerosol modifiers are substances typically located downstream of the aerosol generation region, configured to modify the generated aerosols, for example, by altering their taste, flavor, acidity, or other properties. Aerosol modifiers can be disposed in aerosol modifier release components operable to selectively release the aerosol modifier. For example, aerosol modifiers can be additives or adsorbents. For example, aerosol modifiers may include one or more of fragrances, colorants, water, and carbon adsorbents. For example, aerosol modifiers can be solid, liquid, or gel. Aerosol modifiers can be in powder, filament, or granular form. Aerosol modifiers may not contain filter material.

[0096] An aerosol generator is a device configured to cause the generation of aerosols from an aerosol-generating material. In some embodiments, an aerosol generator is a heater configured to subject the aerosol-generating material to heat energy in order to release one or more volatiles from the aerosol-generating material to form an aerosol. In some embodiments, an aerosol generator is configured to cause the generation of aerosols from an aerosol-generating material without heating. For example, an aerosol generator may be configured to subject the aerosol-generating material to one or more of vibration, increased pressure, or electrostatic energy.

[0097] This disclosure relates to aerosol supply systems (which may also be referred to as vapor supply systems), such as aerosol sprayers or electronic cigarettes. In the following description, the terms "electronic cigarette" or "electronic cigarette" may sometimes be used, but it will be understood that this term is used interchangeably with aerosol supply systems / devices and electronic aerosol supply systems / devices. Furthermore, as is common in the art, the terms "aerosol" and "vapor," as well as related terms such as "evaporation," "atomization," and "aerosolization," are generally used interchangeably.

[0098] Aerosol supply systems (electronic cigarettes) typically (though not always) comprise modular components, including reusable device parts and replaceable (disposable / consumable) cartridge components. Typically, the replaceable cartridge component will include aerosol generating material and an vaporizer (which may be collectively referred to as an "atomizer"), and the reusable device part will include a power source (e.g., a rechargeable power source) and control circuitry. It will be understood that these different parts may include additional components depending on their function. For example, the reusable device part will typically include a user interface for receiving user input and displaying operational status characteristics, and the replaceable cartridge device part may include, in some cases, a temperature sensor to aid in temperature control. The cartridge is electrically and mechanically connected to the control unit for use, for example, using threads, bayonet connections, or magnetic connections with suitably arranged electrical contacts. When the aerosol generating material in the cartridge is depleted, or when the user wishes to switch to a different cartridge with a different aerosol generating material, the cartridge can be removed from the reusable part, and a replacement cartridge can be attached to its appropriate position. Systems and devices that conform to this type of two-piece modular configuration can generally be referred to as two-piece systems / devices.

[0099] Electronic cigarettes typically have a generally elongated shape. For the sake of specific examples, some embodiments of this disclosure will be considered to include such a generally elongated two-piece system employing a disposable cartridge. However, it will be understood that the basic principles described herein can be equally applied to different constructions, such as single-piece systems or modular systems comprising more than two components, refillable devices and single-use disposable items, as well as other overall shapes, such as high-performance devices based on so-called box-shaped patterns that are typically box-shaped. More generally, it will be understood that some embodiments of this disclosure are based on an aerosol delivery system operationally configured to provide the functionality according to the principles described herein, and the construction aspects of the system configured to provide the functionality according to some embodiments of this disclosure are not of primary importance.

[0100] The following detailed description of the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device and aerosol supply system of the present invention will be provided through specific embodiments.

[0101] Please see Figure 1This embodiment provides a non-consumable atomization heating simulation device that simulates a cigarette and can be used for functional testing of the heating element in an aerosol supply system. The non-consumable atomization heating simulation device includes an atomization material simulation unit 10 and a first temperature measuring element 101. The atomization material simulation unit 10 simulates aerosol generating materials and reflects the temperature field under heating conditions. The first temperature measuring element 101 is disposed in the atomization material simulation unit 10 and is used to detect the temperature of the atomization material simulation unit 10 under heating conditions.

[0102] The atomizing material simulation part 10 is made of a heat-resistant material. The heat resistance temperature of the atomizing material simulation part 10 can be 350°C or higher, preferably 400°C or higher, and more preferably 350°C to 400°C. In some embodiments, the material of the atomizing material simulation part 10 may include one or both of polyimide foam and ceramic. In actual implementation, the material of the atomizing material simulation part 10 is not limited to the above-mentioned materials and may also be other materials that can meet the heat resistance requirements.

[0103] In one possible implementation, at least two first temperature sensing elements 101 are provided, respectively located at different positions of the atomizing material simulation section 10. In some embodiments, at least two first temperature sensing elements 101 are spaced apart along the length direction of the atomizing material simulation section 10. In some embodiments, at least two first temperature sensing elements 101 are spaced apart from the center of the atomizing material simulation section 10 towards the outer periphery. In some embodiments, at least two first temperature sensing elements 101 are not only spaced apart along the length direction of the atomizing material simulation section 10, but also spaced apart from the center of the atomizing material simulation section 10 towards the outer periphery.

[0104] Please continue reading Figure 1 The atomization heating simulation device also includes a mouthpiece 30, a cooling section 20, and a packaging material 60. The mouthpiece 30 and the atomization material simulation section 10 are located at opposite ends along their length. The cooling section 20 is connected to the atomization material simulation section 10 and is used to cool the airflow from the atomization material simulation section 10. The packaging material 60 circumferentially covers the atomization material simulation section 10, the cooling section 20, and the mouthpiece 30. The airflow path within the atomization heating simulation device is as follows: it passes sequentially through the atomization material simulation section 10 and the cooling section 20, and then flows out from the mouthpiece 30. Optionally, a guide section 40 is also provided between the cooling section 20 and the atomization material simulation section 10, connecting the atomization material simulation section 10 and the cooling section 20, for transferring the gas in the atomization material simulation section 10 to the cooling section 20.

[0105] The mouthpiece portion 30 has a heat resistance temperature higher than 80°C. The materials of the mouthpiece portion 30 include, but are not limited to, RCA (Recycled Cellulose Acetate) and / or PLA (Polylactic Acid, also known as Polylactide). The packaging material 60 has a heat resistance temperature higher than 150°C. The materials of the packaging material 60 include, but are not limited to, PEEK (Polyetheretherketone).

[0106] In some embodiments, the cooling unit 20 includes a hollow cavity 201 that connects the atomizing material simulation unit 10 and the mouthpiece 30. Aerosol from the atomizing material simulation unit 10 passes through the hollow cavity 201 and reaches the mouthpiece 30. Since the atomizing material simulation unit 10 has a higher temperature, the high-temperature atomizing ... Low-temperature external air can enter the hollow cavity 201 through the through-hole 202 and mix with the aerosol in the hollow cavity 201, thereby reducing the temperature of the aerosol flowing into the mouthpiece section. In some embodiments, the packaging material 60 circumferentially covers the atomizing material simulation part 10 and the mouthpiece part 30, and fixes the relative position between the atomizing material simulation part 10 and the mouthpiece part 30. A hollow cavity 201 is formed between the atomizing material simulation part 10 and the mouthpiece part 30, and the through-hole 202 penetrates the wall of the packaging material 60 and communicates with the hollow cavity 201.

[0107] In one possible implementation, the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device further includes a second temperature sensing element 203, which is disposed in the cooling section 20 and is used to detect the temperature of the cooling section 20 in the heating state.

[0108] At least two second temperature sensing elements 203 are disposed at different positions in the cooling section 20. In some embodiments, at least two second temperature sensing elements 203 are spaced apart along the length of the cooling section 20. In some embodiments, at least two second temperature sensing elements 203 are spaced apart from the center of the cooling section 20 towards the outer periphery. In some embodiments, at least two second temperature sensing elements 203 are spaced apart both along the length of the cooling section 20 and from the center of the cooling section 20 towards the outer periphery.

[0109] In one possible implementation, the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device further includes a third temperature sensing element 301, which is disposed on the mouthpiece 30 and is used to detect the temperature of the mouthpiece 30 in the heating state.

[0110] At least two third temperature sensing elements 301 are provided, respectively at different positions on the mouthpiece portion 30. In some embodiments, at least two third temperature sensing elements 301 are spaced apart along the length direction of the cooling portion 20. In some embodiments, at least two third temperature sensing elements 301 are spaced apart from the center of the cooling portion 20 to the outer periphery. In some embodiments, at least two third temperature sensing elements 301 are spaced apart both along the length direction of the cooling portion 20 and from the center of the cooling portion 20 to the outer periphery.

[0111] In one possible implementation, the difference between the draw resistance of the atomizing material simulation unit 10 and the draw resistance of the aerosol generating material of the simulated aerosol generating product is within a preset range. For example, the difference between the draw resistance of the consumable atomizing heating simulation device and the draw resistance of the simulated aerosol generating product can be between ±40 mmWg. Based on the draw resistance values ​​of currently prevalent aerosol generating products, the draw resistance of the consumable atomizing heating simulation device can be set to 90 mmWg to 110 mmWg to approximate the draw resistance value of a real aerosol generating product.

[0112] In one possible implementation, if the atomization material simulation unit 10 is more porous than the aerosol-forming matrix of the actual aerosol-generating product, it will result in excessively low draw resistance. To address this, this embodiment includes a draw resistance regulator in the atomization heating simulation device. This regulator adjusts the draw resistance of the consumable atomization heating simulation device so that the difference between the draw resistance of the consumable atomization heating simulation device and the draw resistance of the aerosol-generating material of the simulated aerosol-generating product is within a preset range. In one possible implementation, the difference between the draw resistance of the consumable atomization heating simulation device and the draw resistance of the simulated aerosol-generating product is between ±40 mmWg. Specifically, the draw resistance regulator can be used to control the draw resistance of the atomization heating simulation device to 90 mmWg to 110 mmWg, making it close to the draw resistance value of the actual aerosol-generating product.

[0113] The draw resistance adjuster can be located within or outside the atomization heating simulation device. In some embodiments, the draw resistance adjuster can be located in the cooling section 20 of the atomization heating simulation device, for example, in the hollow cavity 201 of the cooling section 20, and between the atomization material simulation section 10 and the through hole 202. In some embodiments, the draw resistance adjuster can also be located in the mouthpiece section 30. In other embodiments, the draw resistance adjuster can also be located outside the consumable atomization heating simulation device, for example, between the consumable atomization heating simulation device and the suction machine, which is used to simulate the inhalation action of a user using an electronic cigarette. In this embodiment, the suction machine can be connected to the mouthpiece section 30 of the consumable atomization heating simulation device, and the airflow is driven by the inhalation action to pass sequentially through the atomization material simulation section 10 and the cooling section 20, and then flows out from the mouthpiece section 30.

[0114] Figure 2 and Figure 3 The structure of a consumption-free atomization heating simulation device is shown; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 2 and Figure 3 The atomizing heating simulation device includes an end portion 50, an atomizing material simulation section 10, a cooling section 20, a mouthpiece section 30, and a packaging material 60. The end portion 50, the atomizing material simulation section 10, the cooling section 20, and the mouthpiece section 30 are arranged along the length of the atomizing heating simulation device. The packaging material 60 covers the atomizing material simulation section 10, the cooling section 20, and the mouthpiece section 30. The end portion 50 includes an end plug 502 and an end element 501. The end plug 502 is connected to the packaging material 60, and the end element 501 is housed in the end plug 502. The end element 501 is made of a porous material, allowing external air to enter the atomizing material simulation section 10 through the end element 501. The atomizing material simulation section 10 is provided with an atomizing material simulation element 102, a first retainer 103, and at least one first temperature measuring element 101. The first retainer 103 surrounds and / or embeds the atomizing material simulation element 102, and the first temperature measuring element 101 is disposed on the first retainer 103. The cooling section 20 includes a hollow cavity 201, a second retainer 204, at least one through hole 202, and at least one second temperature measuring element 203. The through hole 202 penetrates the packaging material 60 to connect external air with the hollow cavity 201. The second retainer 204 is disposed in the hollow cavity 201, and the second temperature measuring element 203 is disposed on the second retainer 204. The mouthpiece section 30 includes a filter element 302, a cavity 303, a third retainer 304, and at least one third temperature measuring element 301. The filter element 302 is made of a porous material, allowing gas in the hollow cavity 201 to enter the cavity 303 through the filter element 302. The third retainer 304 is located in the cavity 303 of the mouthpiece section 30, and the third temperature measuring element 301 is disposed on the third retainer 304.

[0115] Figure 3The atomization heating simulation device shown is suitable for peripherally heated aerosol supply devices. The heating element of a peripherally heated aerosol supply device is generally cylindrical. When the atomization heating simulation device is received by the aerosol supply device, the atomization material simulation section 10 enters the cylindrical heating element. The first retainer 103 can be disposed around the outer surface of the atomization material simulation element 102, or it can be embedded in the atomization material simulation element 102.

[0116] Figure 4 and Figure 5 The structure of a consumption-free atomization heating simulation device is shown; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4 and Figure 5 The atomization heating simulation device includes an atomization material simulation section 10, a cooling section 20, a mouthpiece section 30, and a packaging material 60. The atomization material simulation section 10, the cooling section 20, and the mouthpiece section 30 are arranged along the length direction of the atomization heating simulation device, and the packaging material 60 covers the atomization material simulation section 10, the cooling section 20, and the mouthpiece section 30. The atomization material simulation section 10 includes an atomization material simulation element 102, a first retainer 103, and at least one first temperature measuring element 101. The first retainer 103 surrounds and / or embeds the atomization material simulation element 102, and the first temperature measuring element 101 is disposed on the first retainer 103. The cooling section 20 includes a hollow cavity 201, a second retainer 204, at least one through hole 202, and at least one second temperature sensing element 203. The through hole 202 penetrates the packaging material 60 to connect external air with the hollow cavity 201. The second retainer 204 is disposed in the hollow cavity 201, and the second temperature sensing element 203 is disposed on the second retainer 204. The mouthpiece section 30 includes a filter element 302 and a cavity 303. The filter element 302 is made of a porous material, allowing gas in the hollow cavity 201 to enter the cavity 303 through the filter element 302.

[0117] Figure 5 The atomization heating simulation device shown is suitable for a centrally heated aerosol supply device. The heating element of a centrally heated aerosol supply device is generally a puncture component, and the atomization material simulation unit 10 is provided with a puncture cavity 104 for the puncture component to enter. The first retainer 103 can also be disposed in the puncture cavity 104, can also be disposed around the outer surface of the atomization material simulation element 102, or can also be embedded in the atomization material simulation element 102.

[0118] This embodiment retains the structure of the actual aerosol-generating product while replacing the materials of various parts to form an atomization heating simulation device. The durability of each part of the atomization heating simulation device is enhanced, especially the atomization material simulation part 10, which does not carbonize after heating and can therefore be reused repeatedly. The atomization heating simulation device of this embodiment consumes almost no resources during the heating process. In the testing of the heating element of the aerosol supply device, using the atomization heating simulation device instead of the actual aerosol-generating product reduces waste, avoids pollution, and eliminates the risk of embargoes. Furthermore, after the atomization heating simulation device is inserted into the aerosol supply device, it can simulate the heating of the aerosol-generating product to a certain extent and can truly detect the internal temperature distribution of the atomization heating simulation device, rather than just the surface temperature distribution, which is of significant importance in practical research.

[0119] This embodiment provides an aerosol supply system, including an aerosol supply device and the aforementioned non-consumption atomization heating simulation device.

[0120] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 7 The aerosol supply device includes a housing 701 and a heating module and a battery module 706 disposed within the housing 701. The battery module 706 supplies power to the heating module, which, when electrically conductive, heats the atomizing heating simulation device housed within it, thereby generating aerosol. The housing 701 has a receiving cavity 702, and an insertion port 703 on its surface, connecting to the receiving cavity 702. The atomizing heating simulation device can enter the receiving cavity 702 through the insertion port 703. The heating element can be either a central heating method or a peripheral heating method. When using a central heating method, the heating module includes a heating element, which is a piercing member 704 disposed in the receiving cavity. After the atomizing heating simulation device enters the receiving cavity, the piercing member 704 pierces the atomizing material simulation part of the atomizing heating simulation device, and the heating element heats the atomizing material simulation part from the inside out. When using the peripheral heating method, the heating module includes a heating element and a coil 705. The heating element is located in the receiving cavity and is made of magnetic induction material. The heating element is constructed as a cylinder 706. The coil 705 is arranged around the receiving cavity 702. After the atomizing heating simulation device enters the receiving cavity 702, the heating element surrounds the atomizing material simulation part of the atomizing heating simulation device. When the coil 705 is energized, it generates an electromagnetic field. The heating element heats up in the electromagnetic field, thereby heating the atomizing material simulation part from the outside to the inside.

[0121] During the heating process of the atomization heating simulation device, the first temperature measuring element detects the temperature of the atomization material simulation section under heating, the second temperature measuring element detects the temperature of the cooling section under heating, and the third temperature measuring element detects the temperature of the mouthpiece section under heating. By collecting the temperature of each section inside the atomization heating simulation device through the second and third temperature measuring elements, the temperature changes of the aerosol flowing inside the device can be accurately reflected. This temperature data is helpful in guiding further improvements to the structure of aerosol-generated products and aerosol supply devices.

[0122] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0123] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0124] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0125] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A non-consumption atomizing heating simulation device for testing the function of a heating element, characterized in that, include: The atomization material simulation section is used to simulate aerosol-generating materials and to reflect the temperature field under heating conditions. A first temperature sensing element is disposed in the atomizing material simulation section and is used to detect the temperature of the atomizing material simulation section under heating conditions.

2. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first temperature sensing element has at least two elements, which are respectively located at different positions of the atomizing material simulation part.

3. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, At least two first temperature sensing elements are distributed at intervals along the length of the atomizing material simulation section and / or distributed at intervals from the center of the atomizing material simulation section to the outer periphery.

4. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heat resistance temperature of the atomizing material simulation part is higher than 350°C.

5. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The heat resistance temperature of the atomizing material simulation part is 350℃~400℃.

6. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The materials used in the atomizing material simulation section include polyimide foam and / or ceramics.

7. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The simulation device is used to simulate a cigarette, and the simulation device further includes: The mouthpiece portion and the simulated atomizing material portion are located at opposite ends of the length direction; The cooling section is connected to the atomizing material simulation section and is used to cool the airflow from the atomizing material simulation section.

8. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The cooling section includes a hollow cavity and at least one through hole. The hollow cavity connects the atomizing material simulation section and the mouthpiece section, and the through hole connects the hollow cavity to the outside air.

9. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The heat resistance temperature of the mouthpiece is higher than 80°C.

10. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The material of the mouthpiece includes recycled cellulose acetate and / or polylactic acid.

11. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device also includes packaging material, which circumferentially covers the atomization material simulation part, the cooling part, and the mouthpiece part.

12. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 11, characterized in that, The hollow cavity is formed by the packaging material, and the through hole penetrates the wall of the packaging material.

13. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 11, characterized in that, The packaging material has a heat resistance temperature higher than 150°C.

14. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 11, characterized in that, The packaging material includes polyetheretherketone (PEEK).

15. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The consumption-free atomization heating simulation device also includes: The second temperature sensing element is disposed in the cooling section and is used to detect the temperature of the cooling section in the heating state.

16. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 15, characterized in that, The second temperature sensing element has at least two elements, which are respectively disposed at different positions in the cooling section.

17. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 16, characterized in that, At least two second temperature sensing elements are distributed at intervals along the length of the cooling section and / or distributed at intervals from the center of the cooling section to the outer periphery.

18. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The consumption-free atomization heating simulation device also includes: The third temperature sensing element is disposed in the mouthpiece and is used to detect the temperature of the mouthpiece under heating conditions.

19. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 18, characterized in that, The third temperature measuring element has at least two components, which are respectively located at different positions in the mouthpiece.

20. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 19, characterized in that, At least two third temperature sensing elements are distributed at intervals along the length of the mouthpiece and / or distributed at intervals from the center of the mouthpiece outwards.

21. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The difference between the suction resistance of the atomizing material simulation section and the suction resistance of the aerosol generating material of the simulated aerosol generating product is within a preset range.

22. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The consumable atomization heating simulation device also includes a suction resistance adjuster configured to adjust the suction resistance of the consumable atomization heating simulation device.

23. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 22, characterized in that, The suction resistance adjuster is disposed in the hollow cavity of the cooling section and is located between the atomizing material simulation section and the through hole.

24. The non-consumption atomization heating simulation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suction resistance of the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device is 90-110 mmWg.

25. An aerosol supply system, characterized in that, Includes an aerosol supply device and a non-consumption atomization heating simulation device as described in any one of claims 1-24. The aerosol supply device includes: The receiving cavity is configured to at least partially receive the consumable atomizing heating simulation device; The heating element is configured to heat the atomization material simulation section of the non-consumption atomization heating simulation device.

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