Aerosol heating appliance and aerosol-generating device

Abstract

The application discloses an aerosol heating appliance and an aerosol generating device. The heating appliance comprises a body, a containing member and a locking mechanism. The containing member is arranged in the body and surrounds a containing cavity to contain an aerosol product. A first through hole is formed on the outer wall of the containing member. The locking mechanism is rotatably installed on the outer wall of the containing member to extend into the containing cavity through the first through hole and abut against the aerosol product, or to exit the first through hole and release the aerosol product. After the aerosol product is inserted into the containing cavity, the aerosol product is fixed by the locking mechanism. Rotating the locking mechanism can make the locking mechanism exit the first through hole, thereby releasing the aerosol product and enabling the aerosol product to be unlocked and pulled out of the containing cavity. The problem that the electric control logic of the heating appliance is damaged due to accidental pulling during use of the aerosol product is completely solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of aerosol heating devices, and in particular to an aerosol heating appliance and an aerosol generating device. Background Technology

[0002] The aerosol generating device produces an inhalable aerosol by heating an aerosol product. In use, the user inserts the aerosol product into the receiving cavity of the device, where a heating element heats the aerosol product.

[0003] In existing technologies, products using liquid aerosol bases and heating devices typically employ a magnetic plug-and-play connection, allowing for immediate use and easy removal without affecting subsequent applications. Aerosol products using solid aerosol bases, on the other hand, use a simple plug-and-play connection. These structures have the following limitations: Firstly, users may accidentally remove the aerosol product during use, interrupting heat transfer and preventing the desired flavor upon re-insertion, thus affecting the user experience. Secondly, for non-disposable aerosol products, allowing for multiple uses requires careful planning of the consumption method to ensure optimal flavor, controlled by the aerosol generation device's control module. If the aerosol product is easily removed, it may not only affect the puffing experience for a large number of puffs but also cause misjudgment by the control module, leading to control failure and further impacting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention provides an aerosol heating appliance and an aerosol generating device to solve the technical problem in the prior art where aerosol products are easily accidentally pulled out of the heating appliance, resulting in unreliable electrical contact.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution provided by the present invention is as follows: In a first aspect, the present invention provides an aerosol heating appliance, comprising a body, a receiving member, and a locking mechanism. The receiving member is disposed within the body and surrounds a receiving cavity to receive an aerosol product. A first through hole is formed on the outer wall of the receiving member. The locking mechanism is rotatably mounted on the outer wall of the receiving member to extend into the receiving cavity through the first through hole and abut against the aerosol product, or to withdraw from the first through hole and release the aerosol product.

[0006] Furthermore, the locking mechanism includes an elastic element, a locking element, and a connecting platform, the connecting platform being disposed on the outer wall of the receiving member; the locking element has two opposing rotating shafts, the two rotating shafts being rotatably mounted on the connecting platform to allow the locking element to rotate around the rotating shafts; the elastic element is disposed between the top of the locking element and the outer wall of the receiving member, and the bottom of the locking element has a boss that, under the action of the elastic element, is inserted into the first through hole to abut against the aerosol product.

[0007] Furthermore, the locking mechanism also includes a button, and a second through hole is formed at the end of the locking member opposite to the boss. One end of the button passes through the second through hole and is installed on the locking member so that pressing the button causes the elastic element to drive the locking member to rotate around the pivot.

[0008] Furthermore, a third through hole is formed on the outer shell of the main body, and the hand-touch end of the button extends out of the outer shell through the third through hole.

[0009] Furthermore, the elastic element is selected from U-shaped springs, compression springs, or torsion springs.

[0010] Furthermore, the side of the protrusion facing the insertion port of the receiving cavity is provided with a slope.

[0011] Furthermore, two locking mechanisms are provided on the outer wall of the receiving member, and the two locking mechanisms are arranged opposite to each other on the receiving member.

[0012] A second aspect of the present invention provides an aerosol generating apparatus, comprising an aerosol article and the aforementioned aerosol heating appliance, wherein the aerosol article is inserted into the receiving cavity and the aerosol article abuts against the locking mechanism.

[0013] Furthermore, a groove is formed on the aerosol product, and the locking mechanism passes through the first through hole and abuts against the bottom wall of the groove.

[0014] The aerosol heater provided by this invention has an aerosol product that is fixed by a locking mechanism after being inserted into the receiving cavity. Rotating the locking mechanism can cause it to exit through the first through hole, thereby releasing the aerosol product and allowing it to be unlocked and pulled out of the receiving cavity. This completely solves the problem of the electrical control logic of the heater being damaged due to accidental removal of the aerosol product during use. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the receiving component and locking mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Disassembly diagram of the locking mechanism; Figure 3 This is a disassembled diagram of another locking mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the third locking mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a disassembled diagram of the third locking mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the heating appliance in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view after inserting the aerosol product; Figure 8 for Figure 7 Press the button to open the sectional view of the locked structure.

[0017] Figure label: 10. Heating appliances; 11. Receiving component; 111. Receiving cavity; 112. First through hole; 12. Locking mechanism; 121. Elastic element; 122. Connecting platform; 123. Locking element; 124. Rotating shaft; 125. Boss; 125a. Ramp; 126. Button; 127. Second through hole; 13. Elastic electrode; 20. Aerosol products; 21. Groove. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in this application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0019] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly set on the other component; when a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to the other component.

[0020] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0021] 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 one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "a plurality of" or "several" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0022] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which this application can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this application, provided that they do not affect the effects and purposes that this application can produce.

[0023] A first aspect of this application provides an aerosol heating appliance, including a body, a receiving member 11, and a locking mechanism 12. The receiving member 11 is disposed in the body and surrounds a receiving cavity 111 to receive an aerosol product 20. A first through hole 112 is formed on the outer wall of the receiving member 11. The locking mechanism 12 is rotatably mounted on the outer wall of the receiving member 11 to extend into the receiving cavity 111 through the first through hole 112 to abut against the aerosol product 20, or to exit the first through hole 112 to release the aerosol product 20.

[0024] In this embodiment, the receiving member 11 is fixed within the main body, and the receiving cavity 111 enclosed by the receiving member 11 is used to hold the aerosol product 20. A locking mechanism 12 is provided on the outer wall of the receiving member 11, and the locking mechanism 12 is rotatable on the outer wall. When the locking mechanism 12 rotates closer to the receiving member 11, the locking mechanism 12 can pass through the first through hole 112 on the outer wall of the receiving member 11, thereby abutting against the aerosol product 20 and fixing the aerosol product 20 to prevent it from being accidentally pulled out of the receiving cavity 111; when the locking mechanism 12 rotates away from the receiving member 11, the locking mechanism 12 exits from the first through hole 112, separates from the aerosol product 20, and allows it to be pulled out of the receiving cavity 111.

[0025] The aforementioned receiving cavity 111 can be rectangular, a rectangle with rounded corners, or racetrack-shaped, matching the aerosol product 20 of the same shape. The aerosol product 20 can be a replaceable structure with multiple independent heating elements integrated inside, that is, a single aerosol product 20 contains a solid aerosol generating matrix equivalent to the capacity of multiple traditional cigarettes, and a segmented smoking experience is achieved by heating the multiple heating elements in sequence.

[0026] In this embodiment of the aerosol heater, the aerosol product 20 is fixed by the locking mechanism 12 after being inserted into the receiving cavity 111. Rotating the locking mechanism 12 allows it to exit through the first through hole 112, thereby releasing the aerosol product 20 and enabling it to be unlocked and pulled out of the receiving cavity 111. This completely solves the problem of accidental removal of the aerosol product 20 during use, which damages the electrical control logic of the heater 10. In addition, after the locking mechanism 12 fixes the aerosol product 20, it ensures good contact between the bottom electrode of the aerosol product 20 and the elastic electrode 13 of the heater 10, preventing poor contact due to vibration or thermal expansion.

[0027] In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 12 includes an elastic element 121, a locking element 123, and a connecting platform 122. The connecting platform 122 is disposed on the outer wall of the receiving member 11. Two opposing rotating shafts 124 are formed on the locking element 123. The two rotating shafts 124 are rotatably mounted on the connecting platform 122 so that the locking element 123 rotates around the rotating shafts 124. The elastic element 121 is disposed between the locking element 123 and the outer wall of the receiving member 11. A boss 125 is formed at the bottom of the locking element 123 and is inserted into the first through hole 112 under the action of the elastic element 121 to abut against the aerosol product 20.

[0028] In the embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 1 to 5 Two rotating shafts 124 on the locking member 123 are arranged opposite to each other. A connecting platform 122 on the outer wall of the receiving member 11 is correspondingly arranged with the rotating shafts 124. The rotating shafts 124 are rotatably mounted on the connecting platform 122, so that the locking member 123 can rotate around the rotating shafts 124, thereby allowing the boss 125 of the locking member 123 to enter or exit the first through hole 112. An elastic member 121 is disposed between the locking member 123 and the outer wall of the receiving member 11. The elastic member 121 includes at least one bent section. A first arm and a second arm are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of each bent section. The movement range of the bent section is restricted by the connecting platform 122 and / or the rotating shafts 124. The end of the first wall abuts against the receiving member 11, and the end of the second wall abuts against the locking member 123. Under the action of the elastic member 121, the boss 125 at the bottom of the locking member 123 is initially in the snap-fit ​​position that extends into the receiving cavity 111 through the first through hole 112, and the boss 125 abuts against the aerosol product 20 to fix the aerosol product 20.

[0029] Specifically, the elastic element 121 is selected from a U-shaped spring, a compression spring, or a torsion spring. (See reference...) Figure 1, Figure 2 The elastic element 121 is a compression spring; see reference. Figure 3 The elastic element 121 is a U-shaped spring sheet; the bent section of the compression spring or U-shaped spring sheet abuts against the connecting platform 122, with one end abutting against the receiving member 11 and the other end abutting against the locking member 123. (See reference...) Figure 4 , Figure 5 The elastic element 121 is a torsion spring, with the bent section sleeved on the rotating shaft 124 and located between the rotating shaft 124 and the connecting platform 122. One end abuts against the locking element 123, and the other end abuts against the receiving element 11.

[0030] When the end of the locking member 123 opposite to the boss 125 (i.e., the top) is pressed, the elastic member 121 is activated, and the bottom of the locking member 123 swings away from the receiving member 11 around the pivot 124, causing the boss 125 to exit the receiving cavity 111 and the first through hole 112, thereby disengaging from the aerosol product 20 and allowing the aerosol product 20 to be pulled out. When the top of the locking member 123 is released, the elastic member 121 drives the locking member 123 to reset, and the boss 125 re-enters the first through hole 112.

[0031] Specifically, the locking mechanism 12 also includes a button 126. A second through hole 127 is formed on the end of the locking member 123 opposite to the boss 125. One end of the button 126 passes through the second through hole 127 and is installed on the locking member 123 so that pressing the button 126 causes the elastic member 121 to drive the locking member 123 to rotate around the pivot 124.

[0032] In the embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 5 A second through hole 127 is provided at the top of the locking member 123. The button 126 passes through the second through hole 127 and is fixed to the locking member 123. When the button 126 is pressed, the locking member 123 presses against the elastic member 121, causing the bottom of the locking member 123 to rotate around the pivot 124, and the boss 125 disengages from the first through hole 112. When the user needs to remove the aerosol product 20, press the button 126, as shown in the figure. Figure 8 The locking member 123 rotates around the rotating shaft 124, and the bottom end of the locking member 123 swings away from the receiving cavity 111, causing the boss 125 to exit the receiving cavity 111, thereby separating it from the aerosol product 20. At this time, the aerosol product 20 can be pulled out.

[0033] Additionally, a third through-hole is formed on the outer shell of the main body, through which the touch end of the button 126 extends out of the outer shell. In this embodiment, the receiving member 11 is fixed within the main body, and the locking mechanism 12 is located between the receiving member 11 and the outer shell of the main body. (See reference...) Figures 6 to 8The third through hole on the outer casing corresponds to the button 126. The hand-touch end of the button 126 extends out of the outer casing through the third through hole, thus facilitating user operation. The aforementioned hand-touch end refers to the end exposed outside the second through hole 127 of the locking member 123 for pressing.

[0034] In some embodiments, the side of the boss 125 facing the insertion port of the receiving cavity 111 is provided with a ramp 125a so that the boss 125 can move outward of the first through hole 112 when the aerosol article 20 is inserted into the receiving cavity 111.

[0035] Reference Figure 2 A ramp 125a is provided on the boss 125. The ramp 125a is one surface of the boss 125 facing the opening of the receiving cavity 111. The ramp 125a serves as a guide surface, reducing the resistance when the aerosol product 20 is inserted and improving the user experience. When the aerosol product 20 is inserted into the receiving cavity 111, its bottom first contacts the ramp 125a and pushes the boss 125 to move away from the receiving cavity 111, causing the locking member 123 to overcome the elastic force of the elastic member 121 and rotate around the pivot 124. When the aerosol product 20 is inserted into place, its bottom electrode maintains tight electrical contact with the elastic electrode 13 of the heating device 10; after insertion, the boss 125 automatically engages with the first through hole 112 under the drive of the elastic member 121 and abuts against the aerosol product 20. Figure 7 Furthermore, a groove 21 is formed on the outer wall of the aerosol product 20, and the groove 21 corresponds to the boss 125. When the two are aligned, the boss 125 is engaged in the groove 21 under the action of the elastic member 121.

[0036] In this embodiment, by utilizing the ramp 125a guide surface of the boss 125, the aerosol product 20 can be automatically locked without any additional operation when the user inserts it, resulting in a better user experience.

[0037] In some embodiments, two locking mechanisms 12 are provided on the outer wall of the receiving member 11, and the two locking mechanisms 12 are arranged opposite to each other on the receiving member 11.

[0038] In the embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 6 to 8Two locking mechanisms 12 are symmetrically arranged on the outer wall of the receiving cavity 111. When the buttons 126 of both locking mechanisms 12 are pressed simultaneously, the protrusions 125 on both sides simultaneously disengage from the receiving cavity 111, allowing the aerosol product 20 to be pulled out. When only the button 126 of one locking mechanism 12 is pressed, that protrusion 125 disengages while the other protrusion 125 remains in the engaged position, preventing the aerosol product 20 from being pulled out, effectively preventing accidental locking due to accidental contact. When the protrusion 125 engages with the groove 21, it generates a downward tension force on the aerosol product 20, ensuring good contact between the bottom electrode of the aerosol product 20 and the elastic electrode 13 of the heating device 10, avoiding poor contact due to vibration or expansion. The symmetrical engagement of the two protrusions 125 generates a uniform tension force, making the electrical contact more stable and reliable.

[0039] The aerosol heater of this embodiment has a simple structure, few parts, easy assembly, and low cost, making it suitable for mass production. In the control logic of the heater 10, when the boss 125 is triggered and the aerosol product 20 is electrically connected to the heater 10, an instruction can be given to the control system on the control circuit board to start providing energy to the heating element. Multiple heating elements within the aerosol product 20 are activated sequentially or selectively to perform segmented heating of the solid aerosol matrix in the corresponding areas. The user cannot remove the aerosol product 20 before the entire heating cycle is completed, thus ensuring the integrity of the segmented heating logic.

[0040] A second aspect of this application provides an aerosol generating apparatus, including an aerosol article 20 and the aforementioned aerosol heating appliance, wherein the aerosol article 20 is inserted into a receiving cavity 111 and abuts against a locking mechanism 12.

[0041] The aerosol generating apparatus of this application includes the aerosol heating appliance of the above embodiments. The aerosol generating apparatus also has the same technical effects as the aerosol heating appliance, which will not be repeated here.

[0042] Specifically, a groove 21 is formed on the aerosol product 20, and the locking mechanism 12 passes through the first through hole 112 and abuts against the bottom wall of the groove 21. A groove 21 is formed on the outer wall of the aerosol product 20, and the groove 21 corresponds to the boss 125. When the two are aligned, the boss 125 is engaged in the groove 21 under the action of the elastic member 121.

[0043] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. An aerosol heating appliance, characterized in that: The device includes a body, a receiving element, and a locking mechanism. The receiving element is disposed within the body and forms a receiving cavity to receive an aerosol product. A first through hole is formed on the outer wall of the receiving element. The locking mechanism is rotatably mounted on the outer wall of the receiving element to extend into the receiving cavity through the first through hole and abut against the aerosol product, or to exit through the first through hole and release the aerosol product.

2. The aerosol heater according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism includes an elastic element, a locking element, and a connecting platform. The connecting platform is disposed on the outer wall of the receiving element. Two opposing rotating shafts are formed on the locking element, and the two rotating shafts are rotatably mounted on the connecting platform so that the locking element rotates around the rotating shafts. The elastic element is disposed between the top of the locking element and the outer wall of the receiving element. A boss is formed at the bottom of the locking element and is inserted into the first through hole under the action of the elastic element to abut against the aerosol product.

3. The aerosol heater according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking mechanism also includes a button. A second through hole is formed at the end of the locking member opposite to the boss. One end of the button passes through the second through hole and is installed on the locking member so that pressing the button causes the elastic member to drive the locking member to rotate around the pivot.

4. The aerosol heater according to claim 3, characterized in that, A third through hole is formed on the outer shell of the main body, and the hand-touch end of the button extends out of the outer shell through the third through hole.

5. The aerosol heater according to claim 2, characterized in that, The elastic element is selected from U-shaped springs, compression springs, or torsion springs.

6. The aerosol heater according to claim 2, characterized in that, The protrusion has a ramp on the side facing the insertion port of the receiving cavity.

7. The aerosol heater according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, Two locking mechanisms are provided on the outer wall of the receiving component, and the two locking mechanisms are arranged opposite to each other on the receiving component.

8. An aerosol generating device, characterized in that, Includes an aerosol article and an aerosol heating appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the aerosol article is inserted into the receiving cavity and the aerosol article abuts against the locking mechanism.

9. The aerosol generating apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that, The aerosol product has a groove formed thereon, and the locking mechanism passes through the first through hole and abuts against the bottom wall of the groove.

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