Connecting device and aerosol equipment

By combining aluminum extrusion and nano-injection molding processes, the problems of high manufacturing cost, low efficiency, and poor appearance and feel of the aerosol generation device shell have been solved, realizing a low-cost, high-efficiency production and high-quality appearance connection device.

CN223818636UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-23HUIZHOU TONLY ELECTRONICS LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423081192.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-12
Publication Date
2026-01-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The aluminum alloy shell of existing aerosol generating devices is formed by stamping and stretching, resulting in a wood grain-like surface that affects the appearance and feel, and is also costly and inefficient to manufacture.

Method used

The outer shell is formed using aluminum extrusion, and a colloid is formed on the cover using nano-injection molding. Combined with snap-fit ​​parts and snap-fit ​​grooves, this replaces traditional CNC machine tool processing to achieve sealing and the formation of functional holes.

Benefits of technology

It reduced manufacturing costs, increased production efficiency, improved product appearance and feel, and enhanced connection stability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a connecting device and aerosol equipment and relates to the technical field of aerosol, the connecting device comprises a shell and a surface cover assembly, one end of the shell is of an open structure, and the other end of the shell is of a closed structure; and the surface cover assembly is used for covering the open structure so as to seal the shell.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aerosol technology, and in particular to a connecting device and an aerosol device. Background Technology

[0002] Aerosol generating devices typically have an aluminum alloy casing, usually formed into a cavity structure through stamping and stretching. This stamping process results in a wood-grain-like surface that is difficult to remove, affecting both the product's appearance and the user's tactile experience. Furthermore, the bottom structure must ultimately be milled into the casing using a CNC machine tool. Manufacturing via stamping and CNC machine tools is costly and inefficient. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose a connecting device and an aerosol device, which aims to solve the technical problems of high manufacturing cost, low efficiency, and poor product appearance and feel in the prior art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a connecting device, the connecting device comprising:

[0005] The outer shell has an open structure at one end and a closed structure at the other end;

[0006] A cover assembly for covering the open structure to seal the housing.

[0007] This utility model also proposes a main aerosol device, which includes a connection device as described above. Attached Figure Description

[0008] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model 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 of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0009] Figure 1 Exploded view of the connecting device provided by this utility model;

[0010] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the connection position between the outer shell and the faceplate assembly in the connection device provided by this utility model.

[0011] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0012] 10. Outer shell; 11. Open structure; 12. Snap-fit ​​component; 20. Faceplate assembly; 21. Cover body; 211. First flange; 22. Glue; 221. Second flange; 23. Snap-fit ​​groove; 30. Functional hole; 31. USB hole; 32. Threaded hole.

[0013] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0014] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0015] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0016] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0017] This utility model proposes a connecting device.

[0018] Please see Figure 1In one embodiment of this utility model, the connecting device includes a housing 10 and a cover assembly 20. One end of the housing 10 is an open structure 11, and the other end is a closed structure. The cover assembly 20 is used to cover the open structure 11 to seal the housing 10. The cover assembly 20 includes an adhesive 22 and a cover body 21. When the cover assembly 20 covers the open structure 11, one side of the cover body 21 is flush with the edge of the housing 10, and the adhesive 22 is disposed on the other side of the cover body 21. The cover assembly 20 is formed by nano-injection molding, the adhesive 22 is formed on the cover body 21 by nano-injection molding, and the housing 10 is formed by aluminum extrusion.

[0019] In this embodiment, the outer shell 10 is made of aluminum alloy. The outer shell 10 is formed using an aluminum extrusion process, creating a preliminary model structure by extruding aluminum. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 1 The outer shell 10 has an elliptical structure and an internal accommodating space. One end of the bottom surface is an open structure 11 that connects the accommodating space to the external environment. A cover assembly 20 for sealing the accommodating space is provided at the open structure 11.

[0020] The cover assembly 20 is formed using a nano-injection molding process. Specifically, the cover 21, which is the size and fits the opening structure 11, is first formed using an aluminum extrusion process. On the one hand, both the outer shell 10 and the cover 21 are made using an aluminum extrusion process, thereby improving the wood grain problem on the surface of the outer shell 10 and the cover 21, reducing subsequent appearance problems of the outer shell 10, and improving the appearance yield.

[0021] On the other hand, a nano-injection molding process is used on the cover 21 to form a colloid 22. During installation, the colloid 22 is inserted into the outer shell 10. The colloid 22 is used to connect the cover, replacing the original process of CNC machine tools machining screw holes and USB holes 31 on the cover 21. This reduces manufacturing costs and improves production efficiency.

[0022] Before performing nano-injection molding on the cover 21, the bonding area between the outer shell 10 and the colloid 22 needs to be treated with a reagent at the nanoscale before injection molding is performed. This will improve the bonding strength between the colloid 22 and the metal outer shell 10 and enhance the stability of the connection.

[0023] The faceplate assembly 20 is provided with a functional hole 30, which communicates with the interior of the outer casing 10. (See also...) Figure 1 and Figure 2Functional holes 30 are also provided on the cover assembly 20. The functional holes 30 can be formed during the aluminum extrusion process of the cover body 21, and can be, for example, screw holes and USB ports 31. Correspondingly, when the nano-injection molding colloid 22 is applied to the cover body 21, the position of the functional holes 30 is avoided, thereby facilitating the insertion of screws and USB interface components.

[0024] The number of functional holes 30 is multiple, and the multiple functional holes 30 are evenly spaced on the face cover assembly 20.

[0025] The number of functional holes 30 is not limited in this embodiment; there can be one or more. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 It has three functional holes 30. The functional hole 30 in the middle is the USB hole 31, and the holes on both sides of the USB hole 31 are threaded holes 32.

[0026] The outer shell 10 is provided with a snap-fit ​​member 12, and a snap-fit ​​groove 23 is provided between the colloid 22 and the cover 21. When the cover 21 covers the open structure 11, the snap-fit ​​member 12 snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove 23. To further improve the connection strength, during the nano-injection molding process, the shape of the colloid 22 is adjusted to form the snap-fit ​​groove 23 between the colloid 22 and the cover 21. Correspondingly, during the aluminum extrusion process, the shape of the open structure 11 of the outer shell 10 is adjusted to form the snap-fit ​​member 12 on the edge sidewall of the open structure 11. Thus, the snap-fit ​​member 12 and the snap-fit ​​groove 23 engage and limit the connection, thereby improving the connection strength.

[0027] The edge of the cover 21 extends from the colloid 22 to form a first flange 211. The end of the colloid 22 away from the cover 21 has a second flange 221, which is parallel to the first flange 211. A snap-fit ​​groove 23 is formed by the first flange 211, the second flange 221, and the sidewall of the colloid 22. The dimensions of the first flange 211 and the second flange 221 are compatible. Specifically, during the nano-injection molding process, after the colloid 22 is formed, a second flange 221 is formed on the side of the colloid 22 away from the cover 21. The area of ​​the other side of the colloid 22 is slightly smaller than the area of ​​the cover 21. The portion of the cover 21 extending from the edge of the colloid 22 serves as the first flange 211, thereby forming the snap-fit ​​groove 23 between the first flange 211, the second flange 221, and the sidewall of the colloid 22.

[0028] The snap-fit ​​component 12 is formed by the side wall of the open structure 11 protruding towards the accommodating space. During assembly, the adhesive 22 is pushed in so that the snap-fit ​​groove 23 aligns with the snap-fit ​​component 12. The first flange 211 and the second flange 221 are the same size, so that both sides of the snap-fit ​​component 12 can be stably connected to the first flange 211 and the second flange 221, ensuring the stability of the connection.

[0029] Please see Figure 1 Both the nozzle structure and the cap 21 are elliptical, so users will not experience a foreign object feeling when gripping the product due to obvious edges. At the same time, it also improves the product's appearance.

[0030] The edges of the open structure 11 are rounded, and the edges of the face cover assembly 20 are arc-shaped. The outer shell 10 and the face cover assembly 20 are detachably connected.

[0031] This utility model also proposes an aerosol device, which uses the connection device as described above. The specific structure of the connection device is as described in the above embodiments. Since this aerosol device adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.

[0032] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A connecting device, characterized in that, The connecting device includes: The outer shell has an open structure at one end and a closed structure at the other end; A cover assembly for covering the open structure to seal the housing; The face cover assembly includes an adhesive and a cover body. When the face cover assembly covers the open structure, one side of the cover body is flush with the edge of the outer shell, and the adhesive is disposed on the other side of the cover body. The colloid is formed on the cover using a nano-injection molding process.

2. The connecting device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer shell is provided with a snap-fit ​​component, and a snap-fit ​​groove is provided between the colloid and the cover. When the cover covers the open structure, the snap-fit ​​component snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove.

3. The connecting device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The edge of the cover extends from the colloid to form a first flange, and the end of the colloid away from the cover has a second flange, which is parallel to the first flange. The snap-fit ​​groove is formed by the first flange, the second flange, and the sidewall of the colloid.

4. The connecting device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The dimensions of the first flange and the second flange are adapted to each other.

5. The connecting device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The faceplate assembly has a functional hole that communicates with the interior of the outer shell.

6. The connecting device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The number of functional holes is multiple, and the multiple functional holes are evenly spaced on the faceplate assembly.

7. The connecting device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The edges of the open structure are rounded, and the edges of the cover assembly are arc-shaped.

8. The connecting device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer shell is detachably connected to the faceplate assembly.

9. An aerosol device, characterized in that, The aerosol device includes a connection device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.