Atomizer and liquid storage device for atomizer

Abstract

The utility model provides an atomizer and a liquid storage device for the atomizer. The atomizer comprises an atomizing body and a liquid storage device, and the liquid storage device can be combined with the atomizing body through operation of a user. The liquid storage device comprises a first liquid storage cavity and a second liquid storage cavity which are isolated from each other; the atomization main body comprises a third liquid storage cavity and an atomization assembly; the atomizing assembly is used for receiving the liquid matrix in the third liquid storage cavity and atomizing the liquid matrix to generate aerosol; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomization main body, a first liquid transfer channel is established between the first liquid storage cavity and the third liquid storage cavity, and a first liquid transfer path for outputting or supplementing the liquid matrix of the first liquid storage cavity to the third liquid storage cavity is provided; and a second liquid transfer channel is established between the second liquid storage cavity and the third liquid storage cavity, and a second liquid transfer path for outputting or supplementing the liquid matrix of the second liquid storage cavity to the third liquid storage cavity is provided. According to the atomizer, the two isolated liquid storage cavities are arranged in the liquid storage device so as to independently output or supplement the liquid matrix to the atomization body.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic atomization technology, and more particularly to an atomizer and a liquid reservoir for the atomizer. Background Technology

[0002] Tobacco products (such as cigarettes, cigars, etc.) produce tobacco smoke by burning tobacco during use. Efforts are being made to replace these tobacco-burning products by creating products that release compounds without combustion.

[0003] Examples of such products are heating devices that release compounds by heating rather than burning materials. For example, the material could be tobacco or other non-tobacco products, which may or may not contain nicotine. As another example, aerosol-providing articles exist, such as so-called electronic atomizing devices. These devices typically contain a liquid that is heated to vaporize, thereby producing an inhalable aerosol. The liquid may contain nicotine and / or flavorings and / or aerosol-generating substances (e.g., glycerin). In a known electronic atomizing device as proposed in Chinese Patent CN113995169A, a liquid matrix is ​​replenished to a reusable atomizing body via a separate, replaceable liquid source; when the liquid source is attached to the atomizing body, a liquid transfer channel is established between them, thereby replenishing the liquid matrix within the liquid source into the atomizing body. Utility Model Content

[0004] One embodiment of this application provides an atomizer, comprising:

[0005] The atomizing body and the liquid reservoir can exist independently, and the liquid reservoir can be combined with the atomizing body by user operation;

[0006] The atomizing body includes:

[0007] The partition wall is arranged along the longitudinal direction of the atomizing body;

[0008] A liquid storage chamber, at least partially formed or defined within the partition wall, is used to store a liquid matrix;

[0009] An atomizing component is used to receive the liquid matrix in the reservoir and atomize it to generate an aerosol;

[0010] A liquid buffer compartment is formed or defined outside the partition wall and at least partially surrounds or encloses the partition wall for buffering a liquid matrix; the partition wall is provided with a liquid communication hole through which the liquid matrix in the liquid buffer compartment can enter the liquid storage chamber.

[0011] The reservoir is used to store a liquid matrix, and when combined with the atomizing body, it establishes a first liquid transfer channel between the reservoir and the atomizing body to output the liquid matrix in the reservoir to the reservoir cavity, and a second liquid transfer channel to output the liquid matrix in the reservoir to the liquid buffer compartment.

[0012] In some embodiments, the volume of the liquid buffer compartment is greater than the volume of the liquid storage chamber.

[0013] In some embodiments, the liquid matrix in the reservoir is output to the reservoir cavity via the first liquid transfer channel, which is faster than the liquid matrix is ​​output to the liquid buffer compartment via the second liquid transfer channel and then enters the reservoir cavity through the liquid communication hole.

[0014] In some embodiments, before the user operates to attach the reservoir to the atomizing body or in the atomizer's packaging, the reservoir chamber and the liquid buffer compartment of the atomizing body are not filled with liquid matrix.

[0015] In some embodiments, at least one porous liquid holding element is arranged in the liquid storage cavity for adsorbing and holding the liquid matrix stored in the liquid storage cavity;

[0016] The atomizing component is located within the liquid holding element and receives the liquid matrix from the liquid holding element in the reservoir.

[0017] In some embodiments, the atomizing component includes:

[0018] A porous element is arranged to receive the liquid matrix of the reservoir.

[0019] A heating element, at least partially formed or incorporated into the porous element, is used to heat at least a portion of the liquid matrix within the porous element to generate an aerosol.

[0020] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0021] The first liquid input interface is connected to the liquid storage chamber; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomizing body, it is connected to the first liquid input interface to establish the first liquid transfer channel.

[0022] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0023] The second liquid input interface is connected to the liquid buffer compartment; when the liquid reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, it is connected to the second liquid input interface to establish the second liquid transfer channel.

[0024] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes: a first transverse direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, and a second transverse direction perpendicular to both the longitudinal direction and the first transverse direction;

[0025] The first lateral dimension of the partition wall along the first lateral direction is greater than the second lateral dimension along the second lateral direction.

[0026] In some embodiments, at least two liquid communication holes are arranged on the partition wall, and the at least two liquid communication holes are arranged opposite to each other on the partition wall along the second transverse direction.

[0027] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0028] The outer casing defines at least a portion of the outer surface of the atomizing body; the outer casing is at least partially transparent, thereby allowing the remaining amount of liquid matrix buffered in the liquid buffer compartment to be viewed through the outer casing during use.

[0029] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0030] The first and second ends, which are opposite to each other in the longitudinal direction;

[0031] A flexible sealing element is at least partially disposed within the first end; when the reservoir is attached to the atomizing body, the sealing element provides a seal at least partially between them.

[0032] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0033] The outer casing has a first end and a second end that are opposite to each other in the longitudinal direction; the outer casing defines a cavity at the first end.

[0034] A flexible sealing element is at least partially accommodated or installed within the cavity; the sealing element defines a portion of the boundary of the reservoir.

[0035] In some embodiments, the liquid retaining element abuts longitudinally against the sealing element.

[0036] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0037] The first and second ends, which are opposite to each other in the longitudinal direction;

[0038] An aerosol outlet is located at the first end and is used to output aerosols.

[0039] An air tube, at least partially located between the aerosol outlet and the atomizing component, serves to provide a pathway for outputting aerosol to the aerosol outlet.

[0040] Another embodiment of this application provides an atomizing body for an atomizer, comprising:

[0041] shell;

[0042] A partition wall is arranged within the housing, extending longitudinally along the housing.

[0043] A liquid storage chamber, at least partially surrounded or defined by the partition wall, is used to store a liquid matrix; at least one porous liquid holding element is arranged within the liquid storage chamber for adsorbing and retaining the liquid matrix stored within the liquid storage chamber.

[0044] An atomizing component, located within the liquid holding element, is used to receive the liquid matrix from the liquid storage chamber and atomize it to generate an aerosol;

[0045] A liquid buffer compartment is formed or defined between the partition wall and the outer shell for buffering a liquid matrix; the partition wall is provided with a liquid communication hole, through which the liquid matrix in the liquid buffer compartment can enter the liquid storage chamber and be absorbed and retained by the liquid holding element.

[0046] In some embodiments, it also includes:

[0047] A first liquid input interface is connected to the liquid storage chamber for inputting or replenishing liquid matrix into the liquid storage chamber;

[0048] And / or, a second liquid input interface, in communication with the liquid buffer compartment, for inputting or replenishing liquid matrix into the liquid buffer compartment.

[0049] The above atomizers can directly input a portion of the liquid matrix from the reservoir into the reservoir chamber of the atomizer body, or input another portion of the liquid matrix into the liquid buffer chamber of the atomizer body before entering the reservoir chamber.

[0050] Another embodiment of this application also proposes an atomizer, comprising:

[0051] The atomizing body and the liquid reservoir can exist independently, and the liquid reservoir can be combined with the atomizing body by user operation;

[0052] The liquid reservoir includes:

[0053] The first and second liquid storage chambers, which are isolated from each other, are both used to store liquid matrix;

[0054] The atomizing body includes:

[0055] The third liquid storage chamber is used to store the liquid matrix;

[0056] An atomizing component is used to receive the liquid matrix in the third liquid storage chamber and atomize it to generate an aerosol;

[0057] When the liquid reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, a first liquid transfer channel is established between the first liquid reservoir and the third liquid reservoir, and a second liquid transfer channel is established between the second liquid reservoir and the third liquid reservoir. The first liquid transfer channel provides a first liquid transfer path for outputting or replenishing the liquid matrix of the first liquid reservoir to the third liquid reservoir, and the second liquid transfer channel provides a second liquid transfer path for outputting or replenishing the liquid matrix of the second liquid reservoir to the third liquid reservoir.

[0058] In some embodiments, the volume of the first liquid storage chamber is smaller than the volume of the second liquid storage chamber;

[0059] And / or, the first liquid storage chamber can store 0.5 to 3 mL of liquid matrix;

[0060] And / or, the second reservoir can store 5 to 20 mL of liquid matrix.

[0061] In some embodiments, the second liquid reservoir at least partially surrounds or encloses the first liquid reservoir.

[0062] In some embodiments, the reservoir further includes:

[0063] The first liquid output connector is used to output the liquid matrix of the first liquid storage chamber; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomizing body, the first liquid output connector is connected to the atomizing body to establish the first liquid transfer channel;

[0064] And / or, a second liquid output connector for outputting the liquid matrix of the second liquid reservoir; when the reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, the second liquid output connector is connected to the atomizing body to establish the second liquid transfer channel.

[0065] In some embodiments, the reservoir further includes:

[0066] Proximal and distal ends facing each other longitudinally;

[0067] A flexible sealing base is arranged substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the liquid reservoir; the first liquid reservoir and the second liquid reservoir are formed or located between the sealing base and the proximal end;

[0068] The first liquid outlet connector and / or the second liquid outlet connector are at least partially disposed between the sealing base and the distal end, and extend toward the distal end.

[0069] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0070] The first liquid input interface is connected to the third liquid storage chamber; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomizing body, the first liquid output connector is connected to the first liquid input interface to establish the first liquid transfer channel.

[0071] And / or, the second liquid input interface is connected to the third liquid storage chamber through a liquid buffer compartment; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomizing body, the second liquid output connector is connected to the second liquid input interface to establish the second liquid transfer channel.

[0072] In some embodiments, the reservoir further includes:

[0073] A partition wall is arranged extending longitudinally along the reservoir; the partition wall is at least partially located between the first reservoir cavity and the second reservoir cavity to isolate them.

[0074] In some embodiments, the reservoir further includes: a first transverse direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, and a second transverse direction perpendicular to both the longitudinal direction and the first transverse direction;

[0075] The first lateral dimension of the partition wall along the first lateral direction is greater than the second lateral dimension along the second lateral direction.

[0076] In some embodiments, the atomizing body further includes:

[0077] A liquid buffer compartment is used to buffer a liquid matrix; the liquid buffer compartment is connected to the liquid storage chamber, and the liquid matrix in the liquid buffer compartment can enter or be replenished into the liquid storage chamber;

[0078] When the reservoir is attached to the atomizing body, the second liquid delivery path flows through or passes through the liquid buffer compartment at least in part.

[0079] In some embodiments, the volume of the liquid buffer compartment is greater than the volume of the liquid storage chamber.

[0080] In some embodiments, when the reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, the liquid matrix in the first reservoir chamber is output to the third reservoir chamber via the first liquid transfer channel, which is faster than the liquid matrix in the second reservoir chamber entering the third reservoir chamber via the liquid buffer compartment.

[0081] In some embodiments, before the user operates to attach the reservoir to the atomizing body or in the atomizer's packaging, the reservoir chamber and the liquid buffer compartment of the atomizing body are not filled with or stored with a liquid matrix.

[0082] In some embodiments, it also includes:

[0083] An air outlet is provided in the liquid reservoir;

[0084] An air inlet is located on the atomizing body;

[0085] An airflow channel defines an airflow path from the air inlet through the atomizing component to the air outlet to deliver aerosol to the air outlet; a portion of the airflow channel is defined by the reservoir and another portion by the atomizing body.

[0086] Another embodiment of this application also proposes an atomizer, comprising:

[0087] The atomizing body and the liquid reservoir can exist independently, and the liquid reservoir can be combined with the atomizing body by user operation;

[0088] The liquid reservoir includes:

[0089] The first and second liquid storage chambers, which are isolated from each other, are both used to store liquid matrix;

[0090] The atomizing body includes:

[0091] The third liquid storage chamber is used to store the liquid matrix;

[0092] An atomizing component is used to receive the liquid matrix in the third liquid storage chamber and atomize it to generate an aerosol;

[0093] A liquid buffer compartment is used to buffer a liquid matrix; the liquid buffer compartment is connected to the liquid storage chamber, and the liquid matrix in the liquid buffer compartment can enter or be replenished into the liquid storage chamber;

[0094] When the liquid reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, the first liquid reservoir is connected to the third liquid reservoir, so that the liquid matrix of the first liquid reservoir can be directly output or replenished to the third liquid reservoir; the second liquid reservoir is connected to the third liquid reservoir indirectly through the liquid buffer compartment, so that the liquid matrix of the second liquid reservoir can be output or replenished to the liquid buffer compartment and then enter the third liquid reservoir from the liquid buffer compartment.

[0095] Another embodiment of this application also provides a reservoir for an atomizer, comprising:

[0096] The outer casing defines at least a portion of the outer surface of the reservoir;

[0097] A partition wall is arranged within the housing, extending longitudinally along the housing.

[0098] A first liquid storage chamber, at least partially surrounded or defined by the partition wall, is used to store a liquid matrix;

[0099] A second liquid storage chamber, at least partially formed or defined between the partition wall and the outer shell, is used to store a liquid matrix; the second liquid storage chamber is isolated from the first liquid storage chamber by the partition wall, and the volume of the second liquid storage chamber is greater than the volume of the first liquid storage chamber.

[0100] In some embodiments, it also includes:

[0101] The first liquid output connector is connected to the first liquid storage chamber and is used to output the liquid matrix of the first liquid storage chamber;

[0102] And / or, a second liquid output connector, connected to the second liquid storage chamber, for outputting the liquid matrix from the second liquid storage chamber.

[0103] The above atomizer has two isolated liquid storage chambers arranged in the liquid reservoir, so that the liquid matrix can be independently output or replenished to the atomizing body. Attached Figure Description

[0104] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference numerals in the accompanying drawings. These illustrations do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings are denoted as similar elements. Unless otherwise stated, the figures in the drawings are not to be limited by scale.

[0105] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an electronic atomizing device provided in one embodiment;

[0106] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of a central atomizer;

[0107] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 An exploded view of the liquid reservoir and atomizing body of the atomizer from one perspective;

[0108] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Exploded view of the liquid reservoir and atomizing unit from another perspective.

[0109] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 An exploded view of the liquid reservoir and atomizing body from a cross-sectional perspective;

[0110] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 An exploded view of another cross-sectional perspective of the liquid reservoir and the atomizing body;

[0111] Figure 7 yes Figure 3 An exploded view of the components of the central reservoir before assembly.

[0112] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Another exploded view of the components of the liquid storage tank before assembly;

[0113] Figure 9 yes Figure 7 A structural schematic diagram of the first shell from another perspective;

[0114] Figure 10 yes Figure 7 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the first sealing base from another perspective;

[0115] Figure 11 yes Figure 3 An exploded view of the components of the central atomizer before assembly;

[0116] Figure 12 yes Figure 3 An exploded view of the main components of the atomizer before assembly;

[0117] Figure 13 yes Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the main atomizer components before assembly;

[0118] Figure 14 yes Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the main atomizer components before assembly;

[0119] Figure 15 yes Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the assembled liquid reservoir and atomizing body from one perspective;

[0120] Figure 16 yes Figure 3 A cross-sectional view from another perspective after the liquid reservoir and atomizing body are assembled. Detailed Implementation

[0121] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more detailed description of this application will be provided below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0122] One embodiment of this application provides an electronic atomizing device, which can be found in [reference needed]. Figure 1 As shown, it includes an atomizer 100 that stores a liquid matrix and atomizes it to generate an aerosol, and a power supply mechanism 200 that supplies power to the atomizer 100. Figure 1In the illustrated embodiment, the atomizer 100 and power supply mechanism 200 of the electronic atomizing device are detachable from each other; electronic atomizing devices with such detachable atomizer 100 and power supply mechanism 200 are, for example, so-called "refillable" electronic atomizing devices. Alternatively, in some further variations, the atomizer 100 and power supply mechanism 200 of the electronic atomizing device are securely enclosed and fixed by a housing component of the electronic atomizing device, thereby preventing the atomizer 100 and power supply mechanism 200 from being detachable from each other within the housing component. Electronic atomizing devices with such non-detachable atomizer 100 and power supply mechanism 200 are, for example, so-called "integrated or disposable" electronic atomizing devices.

[0123] One embodiment of this application provides an electronic atomizing device, which can be found in [reference needed]. Figure 1 As shown, it includes an atomizer 100 that stores a liquid matrix and atomizes it to generate an aerosol, and a power supply mechanism 200 that supplies power to the atomizer 100.

[0124] In an alternative embodiment, for example Figure 1 As shown, the power supply mechanism 200 includes a receiving cavity 270 disposed at one end along the length direction for receiving and accommodating at least a portion of the atomizer 100, and an electrical contact 230 at least partially exposed within the receiving cavity 270 for electrically connecting with the atomizer 100 when at least a portion of the atomizer 100 is received and accommodated within the power supply mechanism 200, thereby supplying power to the atomizer 100.

[0125] according to Figure 1 In the embodiment shown, an electrical contact 21 is provided on the end of the atomizer 100 opposite to the power supply mechanism 200 along the length direction. When at least a portion of the atomizer 100 is received in the receiving cavity 270, the electrical contact 21 forms an electrical conductivity by contacting and abutting against the electrical contact 230.

[0126] A sealing element 260 is provided inside the power supply mechanism 200, and the sealing element 260 divides at least a portion of the internal space of the power supply mechanism 200 to form the receiving cavity 270. Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the seal 260 is configured to extend in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the power supply mechanism 200, and is preferably made of a flexible material such as silicone, thereby preventing the liquid matrix that seeps from the atomizer 100 into the receiving cavity 270 from flowing into components such as the controller 220 and sensor 250 inside the power supply mechanism 200.

[0127] exist Figure 1In the illustrated embodiment, the power supply mechanism 200 further includes a battery cell 210 for power supply located at the other end of the receiving cavity 270 along its length; and a controller 220 disposed between the battery cell 210 and the receiving cavity 270, the controller 220 being operable to guide current between the battery cell 210 and the electrical contact 230.

[0128] In use, the power supply mechanism 200 includes a sensor 250 for sensing the suction airflow generated when the atomizer 100 is inhaled, and then the controller 220 controls the battery cell 210 to supply power to the atomizer 100 according to the detection signal of the sensor 250.

[0129] exist Figure 1 In the embodiment shown, the power supply mechanism 200 further includes a magnetic element 280 arranged adjacent to the receiving cavity 270; a magnetic element 22 is also arranged on the atomizer 100; when the atomizer 100 is received in the receiving cavity 270, the magnetic element 22 and the magnetic element 280 are magnetically attracted to each other, thereby the atomizer 100 is stably held in the receiving cavity 270.

[0130] exist Figure 1 In the embodiment shown, the power supply mechanism 200 is provided with a charging interface 240 at the other end away from the receiving cavity 270 for charging the battery cell 210.

[0131] according to Figures 2 to 16 As shown, the atomizer 100 includes:

[0132] A reservoir 300 and an atomizing body 400 are arranged sequentially along the longitudinal direction; the reservoir 300 and the atomizing body 400 are removably coupled in the longitudinal direction to define a complete atomizer 100. In this embodiment, neither the reservoir 300 nor the atomizing body 400 can be used independently by the user for aerosol inhalation.

[0133] In some embodiments, the reservoir 300 and the atomizing body 400 can each exist independently, while also being combined with each other. In one embodiment, the atomizing body 400 is used to atomize a liquid matrix to generate an aerosol, and the reservoir 300, when combined with the atomizing body 400, can replenish the liquid matrix to the atomizing body 400. Before the reservoir 300 and the atomizing body 400 are combined, they exist independently of each other.

[0134] For example, in some embodiments, the liquid reservoir 300 and the atomizing body 400 of the atomizer 100 are packaged or sold separately when the atomizer 100 is sold or before it is used by the consumer. When the consumer uses it, the liquid reservoir 300 is then attached to the atomizing body 400 to form the atomizer 100 for use.

[0135] In some embodiments, the reservoir 300 can be longitudinally attached to the atomizing body 400 and can also be detached or removed from the atomizing body 400; when the reservoir 300 is attached to the atomizing body 400, it can replenish the atomizing body 400 with liquid matrix. The reservoir 300 is replaceable, while the atomizing body 400 is reusable; after all the liquid matrix in the reservoir 300 has been replenished to the atomizing body 400, the user can remove and replace it with a new reservoir 300 from the atomizing body 400. Alternatively, in some variations, once the reservoir 300 is attached to the atomizing body 400, it cannot be detached from the atomizing body 400; after the liquid matrix inside is consumed, it is recycled or discarded as a whole.

[0136] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the liquid reservoir 300 includes:

[0137] The proximal end 110 and the distal end 120 are longitudinally opposite to each other; wherein, according to the needs of normal use, the proximal end 110 is configured as the end for the user to inhale the aerosol, and an air outlet 311 for the user to inhale is provided in the proximal end 110; while the distal end 120 is the end that is combined with the atomizing body 400.

[0138] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the liquid reservoir 300 includes:

[0139] A first housing 310, and several components disposed within the first housing 310. The first housing 310 extends between a proximal end 110 and a distal end 120, forming or defining the proximal end 110 and the distal end 120. Typically, the first housing 310 may be formed from a single integral housing, or the first housing 310 may be formed from two or more separable bodies. In some examples, all or only part of the first housing 310 may be formed from a metal or alloy such as stainless steel or aluminum, or other suitable materials including various plastics (e.g., polycarbonate), metal-plating over plastic, ceramics, etc. In an embodiment, the first housing 310 is open at the distal end 120.

[0140] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the reservoir 300 also includes:

[0141] An aerosol output tube 312 extends from the outlet 311 toward the distal end 120 for delivering aerosol to the outlet 311; in an embodiment, the aerosol output tube 312 is integrally molded with the first housing 310.

[0142] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the reservoir 300 also includes:

[0143] The first partition wall 313, which is generally cylindrical, is arranged to extend longitudinally along the reservoir 300. The first partition wall 313 is located between the first housing 310 and the aerosol output pipe 312, and is arranged around at least a portion of the aerosol output pipe 312.

[0144] according to Figure 10 As shown, the first partition wall 313 has a flat or elliptical cross-sectional shape. Specifically, the first partition wall 313 has a first transverse direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the reservoir 300, and a second transverse direction perpendicular to both the longitudinal direction and the first transverse direction of the reservoir 300.

[0145] exist Figure 10 In the illustrated embodiment, the first partition wall 313 has a first lateral dimension d11 along a first lateral direction and a second lateral dimension d12 along a second lateral direction. The first lateral dimension d11 is larger than the second lateral dimension d12. In some alternative embodiments, the first lateral dimension d11 is approximately between 12 and 25 mm; the second lateral dimension d12 is approximately between 5 and 15 mm.

[0146] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the reservoir 300 also includes:

[0147] A liquid storage chamber 314 is formed or defined between the first partition wall 313 and the aerosol output tube 312, and is used to store a liquid matrix.

[0148] A liquid storage chamber 315 is formed or defined between the first partition wall 313 and the first housing 310 for storing a liquid matrix.

[0149] In some embodiments, the reservoir 314 has a flat or elliptical cross-sectional shape. The reservoir 314, defined by the first partition wall 313, has a first lateral dimension d11 along a first lateral direction and a second lateral dimension d12 along a second lateral direction.

[0150] In some embodiments, the volume of the liquid storage chamber 315 is larger than the volume of the liquid storage chamber 314. For example, in some specific embodiments, the liquid storage chamber 314 can store 0.5 to 3 mL of liquid matrix, more specifically, for example, 2 mL; the liquid storage chamber 315 can store 5 to 20 mL of liquid matrix, more specifically, for example, 10 mL.

[0151] In this embodiment, the sides of the reservoirs 314 and 315 facing the proximal end 110 are closed by the first housing 310. The sides of the reservoirs 314 and 315 facing the distal end 120 are open. In use, the liquid matrix within the reservoirs 314 and / or 315 exits from the distal end 120.

[0152] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the reservoir 300 also includes:

[0153] The flexible first sealing base 330 is made of materials such as silicone or thermoplastic elastomer. The first sealing base 330 is installed or arranged within the first housing 310 and closes the openings of the liquid storage chamber 314 and / or the liquid storage chamber 315 toward the distal end 120.

[0154] In one embodiment, a cavity 335 is arranged on the surface of the first sealing base 330 facing the proximal end 110; after assembly, the first partition wall 313 is at least partially inserted into the cavity 335 and abuts against the bottom wall of the cavity 335. Additionally, a portion of the first sealing base 330 extends between the first partition wall 313 and the first housing 310 to close the opening of the liquid storage cavity 315 facing the distal end 120.

[0155] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the reservoir 300 also includes:

[0156] The rigid support element 350 may be made of polymer plastic or ceramic, etc. The support element 350 is arranged inside the first housing 310 and is fastened to the first housing 310 by means of riveting or interference fit.

[0157] In one embodiment, the support element 350 is at least partially located between the first sealing base 330 and the distal end 120. After assembly, the first sealing base 330 is at least partially clamped or held between the first partition wall 313 and the support element 350 to provide support or retention for the first sealing base 330 by the support element 350 at least partially.

[0158] according to Figures 3 to 10 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the reservoir 300 also includes:

[0159] Cavity 320 is formed or defined between support element 350 and distal end 120.

[0160] In this embodiment, the first sealing base 330 has a first insertion hole 334; the support element 350 has a second insertion hole 354. After assembly, the aerosol output pipe 312 extends longitudinally through the first insertion hole 334 of the first sealing base 330 and the second insertion hole 354 of the support element 350, and then at least partially extends into the cavity 320.

[0161] In this embodiment, the support element 350 is provided with:

[0162] The first liquid output connector 351 is used to output the liquid matrix from the liquid storage chamber 314;

[0163] The second liquid output connector 352 is used to output the liquid matrix from the liquid storage chamber 315.

[0164] In this embodiment, a first liquid output connector 351 is located within the cavity 320 and extends toward the distal end 120. A first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid output connector 351 faces toward the distal end 120. Similarly, a second liquid output connector 352 is located within the cavity 320 and extends toward the distal end 120. A second liquid outlet 3522 of the second liquid output connector 352 faces toward the distal end 120.

[0165] In this embodiment, the support element 350 is further provided with:

[0166] The first insertion portion 355 extends at least partially toward the proximal end 110 and is inserted into the first perforation 331 of the first sealing base 330;

[0167] The second insertion portion 353 extends at least partially toward the proximal end 110 and is inserted into the inner second perforation 332 of the first sealing base 330.

[0168] Specifically according to Figure 10 As shown, the first perforation 331 extends from the bottom wall of the cavity 335 to the surface of the first sealing base 330 facing the distal end 120. The first perforation 331 has a first segment 3311 and a second segment 3312 arranged sequentially; the diameter of the second segment 3312 is larger than the diameter of the first segment 3311. A step is defined within the first perforation 331 between the first segment 3311 and the second segment 3312; after assembly, the first insertion part 355 is inserted into the second segment 3312 of the first perforation 331 and abuts against the step.

[0169] In one embodiment, the second insertion portion 353 has a longer length than the first insertion portion 355.

[0170] In this embodiment, the first insertion portion 355 is longitudinally aligned with the first liquid output connector 351. Furthermore, the second insertion portion 353 is longitudinally aligned with the second liquid output connector 352.

[0171] In this embodiment, the support element 350 is further provided with:

[0172] The first liquid channel 3511 extends longitudinally through the first insertion portion 355 and the first liquid output connector 351, providing a pathway for the liquid matrix in the liquid storage chamber 314 to flow to the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid output connector 351. Specifically, the first liquid channel 3511 passes through...

[0173] The second liquid channel 3521 extends longitudinally through the second insertion part 353 and the second liquid output connector 352 to provide a channel path for the liquid matrix of the liquid storage chamber 315 to flow to the second liquid outlet 3522 of the second liquid output connector 352.

[0174] In this embodiment, the first liquid outlet connector 351 and / or the second liquid outlet connector 352 do not extend to the distal end 120. The first liquid outlet connector 351 and / or the second liquid outlet connector 352 are approximately 2 to 5 mm away from the distal end 120.

[0175] In this embodiment, the first liquid outlet connector 351 and / or the second liquid outlet connector 352 have substantially the same extension length. Furthermore, the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid outlet connector 351 and the second liquid outlet 3522 of the second liquid outlet connector 352 are flush in the longitudinal direction of the reservoir 300. Alternatively, the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid outlet connector 351 and the second liquid outlet 3522 of the second liquid outlet connector 352 are at the same height in the longitudinal direction of the reservoir 300.

[0176] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 includes:

[0177] The second housing 410, and several components disposed within the second housing 410; the second housing 410 has a first end and a second end in the longitudinal direction; the second housing 410 has a portion 411 with a reduced outer diameter near the first end; the second end of the second housing 410 is an open end for mounting necessary functional components.

[0178] An end cap 420 is attached to the opening at the second end of the second housing 410 and closes the opening of the second housing 410. The second housing 410 and the end cap 420 are joined longitudinally along the atomizing body 400 to jointly define the outer body or outer surface of the atomizing body 400. At least one air inlet 23 is provided on the end cap 420 for allowing external air to enter. The second housing 410 and / or the end cap 420 may be made of materials such as polymer plastics or ceramics.

[0179] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, when the atomizing body 400 and the liquid reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, the portion 411 of the second housing 410 with a reduced outer diameter can be inserted from the distal end 120 of the liquid reservoir 300 into the cavity 320 of the liquid reservoir 300.

[0180] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the second housing 410 has a cavity 416 surrounding or defining its first end; the cavity 416 is open at its first end, and a flexible sealing element 430 is installed or assembled within the cavity 416. The flexible sealing element 430 can be made of flexible silicone, thermoplastic elastomer, etc. When the sealing element 430 is assembled within the cavity 416, it is substantially flush with the first end of the second housing 410.

[0181] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0182] An electrical contact 21 extends from outside the end cap 420 into the atomizing body 400; the electrical contact 21 is held on the end cap 420 by means of riveting or fastening; and at least a portion of the surface of the electrical contact 21 is exposed outside the end cap 420.

[0183] The magnetic element 22 is held on the end cap 420 by means of riveting or fastening.

[0184] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0185] A generally cylindrical second partition wall 412 extends longitudinally within the second housing 410 along the atomizing body 400; a liquid storage cavity 414 is surrounded or defined within the second partition wall 412 for storing a liquid matrix. In an embodiment, the second partition wall 412 and the second housing 410 are integrally molded.

[0186] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0187] At least one porous liquid holding element is located within or fills the space of the liquid storage chamber 414; for adsorbing and holding the liquid matrix stored in the liquid storage chamber 414.

[0188] In an embodiment, at least one porous liquid holding element may include a first liquid holding element 441 and a second liquid holding element 442. The first liquid holding element 441 and / or the second liquid holding element 442 are annular. The second liquid holding element 442 is located within the first liquid holding element 441. The first liquid holding element 441 surrounds and encloses the second liquid holding element 442. In an embodiment, the radial thickness of the first liquid holding element 441 is greater than the radial thickness of the second liquid holding element 442. The liquid holding element, such as the first liquid holding element 441 and / or the second liquid holding element 442, is flexible.

[0189] In the embodiments, the first liquid retaining element 441 and / or the second liquid retaining element 442 are made of flexible or rigid porous materials or fibrous materials; for example, the first liquid retaining element 441 and / or the second liquid retaining element 442 include porous fiber cotton or sponge, etc.

[0190] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the liquid storage cavity 414 and / or the second partition wall 412 and / or at least one liquid holding element are flat, for example in Figure 10 As shown, their cross-sections are elliptical. Specifically, the liquid storage cavity 414 and / or the second partition wall 412 and / or at least one liquid holding element have a first lateral dimension and a second lateral dimension; the first lateral dimension is larger than the second lateral dimension, thus making their cross-sections flat.

[0191] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0192] A liquid buffer compartment 413, formed or defined between the second housing 410 and the second partition wall 412, is used to buffer a liquid matrix. The second housing 410 also has a hole 417 extending from the bottom wall of the cavity 416 to the liquid buffer compartment 413. The liquid buffer compartment 413 is used to buffer the liquid matrix entering through the hole 417. The side of the liquid buffer compartment 413 facing the end cap 420 is open.

[0193] In this embodiment, a liquid communication hole 4121 is arranged on the second partition wall 412; the liquid buffer chamber 413 is in liquid communication with the liquid storage chamber 414 / liquid holding element through the liquid communication hole 4121. Thus, the liquid matrix in the liquid buffer chamber 413 can be replenished into the liquid storage chamber 414 / liquid holding element through the liquid communication hole 4121. The number of liquid communication holes 4121 is at least two; and the at least two liquid communication holes 4121 are arranged opposite to each other in the second lateral direction.

[0194] In some embodiments, the volume of the liquid buffer compartment 413 is larger than the volume of the liquid reservoir 414. In some alternative embodiments, the volume of the liquid reservoir 414 is approximately equivalent to the volume of the liquid reservoir 314. For example, in some embodiments, the liquid reservoir 414 can store 0.5 to 3 mL of liquid matrix, more specifically, for example, 2 mL. And in embodiments, the volume of the liquid buffer compartment 413 may be equivalent to or slightly smaller than the volume of the liquid reservoir 315; for example, in some embodiments, the liquid buffer compartment 413 can store 4 to 18 mL of liquid matrix.

[0195] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0196] A flexible second sealing base 450 is located within the second housing 410. The second sealing base 450 is used to close the openings of the liquid reservoir 414 and / or the liquid buffer compartment 413 toward the end cap 420. At least a portion of the boundaries of the liquid reservoir 414 and / or the liquid buffer compartment 413 are defined by the second sealing base 450.

[0197] After assembly, the second sealing base 450 is longitudinally held between the second partition wall 412 and the end cap 420. Liquid retaining elements, such as the first liquid retaining element 441 and the second liquid retaining element 442, are longitudinally abutted against the second sealing base 450, and are thus at least partially supported or retained by the second sealing base 450. Specifically, the liquid retaining elements, such as the first liquid retaining element 441 and the second liquid retaining element 442, are longitudinally clamped or held between the second sealing base 450 and the sealing element 430.

[0198] In one embodiment, a insertion groove 454 is arranged on the surface of the second sealing base 450 facing the first end; after assembly, the second partition wall 412 is inserted into the insertion groove 454.

[0199] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0200] A rigid tubular element 50 extends at least partially longitudinally within the liquid holding element and / or reservoir 414. In some embodiments, the tubular element 50 may be made of a metal such as stainless steel or ceramic. After assembly, a portion of the lower end of the tubular element 46 is inserted into the second sealing base 450 for fixation.

[0201] In one embodiment, a flange 53 is arranged circumferentially around the tubular element 50. Upon assembly, the flange 53 abuts longitudinally against the second sealing base 450 to prevent movement of the tubular element 50 relative to the second sealing base 450. Furthermore, liquid retaining elements, such as a first liquid retaining element 441 and a second liquid retaining element 442, abut longitudinally against the flange 53 to provide a stop.

[0202] In one embodiment, the tubular element 50 has longitudinally extending notches or slits 51 and a plurality of liquid perforations 52 arranged on its tube wall.

[0203] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0204] An atomizing assembly, located within the tubular element 50, is in liquid communication with the liquid holding element and / or the liquid reservoir 414. The atomizing assembly is used to draw in a liquid matrix and atomize it to generate an aerosol.

[0205] exist Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 In the illustrated embodiment, the atomizing component includes:

[0206] Porous element 30 and heating element 40 incorporated in porous element 30.

[0207] In some embodiments, the porous element 30 is flexible, for example, made of flexible fibers such as cotton fibers, nonwoven fabric, or sponge; the porous element 30 is configured as a tubular or cylindrical shape arranged along the longitudinal direction of the atomizing body 400. Alternatively, in some other variations, the porous element 30 may also include rigid porous elements, such as porous ceramics or porous glass. The outer surface of the porous element 30 is in liquid communication with the liquid holding element and / or the liquid storage chamber 414, thereby allowing the outer surface of the porous element 30 to absorb the liquid matrix, such as... Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown by the middle arrows R11 and R12.

[0208] Specifically, in some embodiments, the porous element 30 is held within the tubular element 50; the liquid guiding element 30 draws liquid matrix from at least one liquid holding element and / or reservoir 414 through liquid perforations 52 and notches or slits 51 on the tubular element 50. Alternatively, in some other embodiments, the porous element 30 is surrounded and held by at least one liquid holding element and is in contact with at least one liquid holding element to form fluid communication.

[0209] In some embodiments, the inner surface of the porous element 30 in the radial direction is configured as an atomizing surface, which is combined / adhered to / abuts against the heating element 40; subsequently, after the liquid matrix is ​​transferred to the atomizing surface, it is heated and atomized by the heating element 40 to generate an aerosol and released. See also Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the heating element 40 is arranged to extend longitudinally along the porous element 30 and is coaxially arranged with the porous element 30. In some alternative embodiments, the heating element 40 may be a resistance heating mesh, a resistance heating coil, etc. In this embodiment, the heating element 40 is a heating element wound from a sheet-like or mesh-like substrate. Conductive leads 41 are welded or arranged on the heating element 40, and current is guided on the heating element 40 through the conductive leads 41.

[0210] Alternatively, in some embodiments, the porous element 30 may have more shapes, such as rod-shaped, block-shaped, etc.; the heating element 40 may be formed or incorporated on at least a portion of the surface of the porous element 30. In some variations, the heating element 40 may be incorporated onto the porous element 30 by means of printing, deposition, sintering, or physical assembly. In some other variations, the porous element 30 may have a planar or curved surface for supporting the heating element 40, which is formed on the planar or curved surface of the porous element 30 by means of mounting, printing, deposition, etc. Alternatively, in some variations, the heating element 40 is a conductive trace formed on the surface of the porous element 30. In some variations, the conductive trace of the heating element 40 may be in the form of printed lines formed by printing. In some variations, the heating element 40 is a patterned conductive trace. In some embodiments, the heating element 40 is planar. In some variations, the heating element 40 is a tortuous, meandering, reciprocating, or zigzag extended conductive trace.

[0211] according to Figures 11 to 16 As shown, a contact hole 451 is also arranged on the surface of the second sealing base 450 facing the end cover 420; after assembly, the electrical contact 21 extends at least partially into the contact hole 451. Furthermore, the conductive lead 41 of the heating element 40 at least partially passes through the second sealing base 450 and is bent into the contact hole 451, forming a conductive connection with the electrical contact 21 through contact or abutment, for guiding current in the heating element 40.

[0212] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0213] The aerosol outlet 433 is formed or defined by the sealing element 430;

[0214] An air passage defines the airflow path from the air inlet 23 through the atomizing assembly / heating element 40 to the aerosol outlet 433, for discharging the aerosol generated by the heating element 40 to the aerosol outlet 433. In an embodiment, the air passage is defined by multiple components. Specifically, in an embodiment, the air passage includes:

[0215] A vent 453 is formed on the second sealing base 450; the vent 453 on the second sealing base 450 is aligned with and connected to the air inlet 23 of the end cap 420;

[0216] Hollow atomizing component / heating element 40;

[0217] The trachea 470 extends at least partially from the tubular element 50 into the aerosol outlet 433.

[0218] In this embodiment, the trachea 470 is rigid. Furthermore, the trachea 470 abuts longitudinally against the porous element 30.

[0219] During suction, the airflow path in the air channel is shown in [reference needed]. Figure 15 and Figure 16 As indicated by the middle arrow R2, the air from the air inlet 23 enters the tubular element 50 through the air hole 453 on the second sealing base 450, then passes through the atomizing assembly / heating element 40 and carries the aerosol through the air pipe 470 to the aerosol outlet 433.

[0220] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figures 11 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0221] The porous absorption element 460 is made of capillary material such as fiber cotton sheet; the absorption element 460 is arranged between the second sealing base 450 and the end cap 420, and at least partially surrounds the air passage and / or air inlet 23; the absorption element 460 is used to absorb aerosol condensate seeping toward the air inlet 23.

[0222] according to Figures 3 to 6 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, when the atomizing body 400 and the liquid reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, the atomizing body 400 can extend from the distal end 120 of the liquid reservoir 300 into the cavity 320 and be longitudinally connected or combined with the liquid reservoir 300. And in Figure 15 and Figure 16In the illustrated embodiment, when the atomizing body 400 is attached to the reservoir 300, the aerosol output tube 312 is inserted into the aerosol output port 433, thereby enabling airflow communication between the aerosol output tube 312 and the aerosol output port 433. When the atomizing body 400 is attached to the reservoir 300, the air passage of the atomizing body 400 and the aerosol output tube 312 of the reservoir 300 together define an airflow passage through the atomizer 100. The airflow passage provides a path for air to flow from the air inlet 23 through the atomizing component / heating element 40 to the air outlet 311, thereby outputting the aerosol to the air outlet 311 for the user to inhale.

[0223] according to Figures 3 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0224] A first liquid inlet 431 is formed or defined on a sealing element 430. The first liquid inlet 431 extends substantially longitudinally through the sealing element 430. When the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, the first liquid outlet connector 351 of the reservoir 300 is at least partially inserted into the first liquid inlet 431, thereby establishing a first liquid transfer channel for delivering the liquid matrix of the reservoir 300's reservoir cavity 314 to the reservoir cavity 414 and / or the liquid holding element 441, such as... Figure 5 and Figure 15 As indicated by the middle arrow R11. Alternatively, when the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, a first liquid transfer channel is defined or formed between the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 to deliver the liquid matrix from the reservoir cavity 314 of the reservoir 300 to the first surface of the liquid holding element 441. The liquid holding element 441 receives or draws the liquid matrix originating from the reservoir cavity 314 of the reservoir 300 through the first surface.

[0225] In one embodiment, when the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, the first liquid output connector 351 of the reservoir 300 is at least partially inserted into the first liquid input interface 431 and has a gap between it and the first surface of the liquid holding element 441 facing the first end. Furthermore, the first surface of the liquid holding element 441 is used to receive the liquid matrix flowing from the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid output connector 351. In some specific embodiments, when the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, the gap between the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid output connector 351 and the first surface of the liquid holding element 441 is approximately between 1 and 5 mm.

[0226] In one embodiment, a boss 435 is arranged on the surface of the sealing element 430 facing the second end. The boss 435 extends at least partially into or is inserted into the second partition wall 412 and longitudinally abuts against the liquid holding element 441. Alternatively, the boss 435 defines the inner surface or boundary of the liquid reservoir 414 near the first end. In another embodiment, the first liquid inlet 431 extends through the boss 435.

[0227] according to Figures 3 to 16 As shown, the atomizing body 400 also includes:

[0228] A second liquid inlet 432 is formed or defined on the sealing element 430. After assembly, the second liquid inlet 432 is aligned and communicates with the hole 417 on the cavity 416.

[0229] In this embodiment, when the atomizing body 400 and the liquid reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, the second liquid output connector 352 extends at least partially into the second liquid inlet 432 or penetrates through the second liquid output connector 352 into the hole 417, thereby establishing a second liquid transfer channel for delivering the liquid matrix of the liquid reservoir 300's storage chamber 315 to the liquid buffer compartment 413 and then into the storage chamber 414 and / or the liquid holding element. Figure 6 and Figure 16 As indicated by the middle arrow R12.

[0230] In one embodiment, the outer surface of the liquid holding element 441 communicates with the liquid buffer chamber 413, thereby allowing the outer surface of the liquid holding element 441 to draw or receive the liquid matrix originating from the reservoir cavity 315 of the reservoir 300, delivered by the second liquid transfer channel, from the liquid buffer chamber 413. Alternatively, when the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, a second liquid transfer channel is defined or formed between the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 to deliver the liquid matrix from the reservoir cavity 315 of the reservoir 300 to the outer surface of the liquid holding element 441. The liquid holding element 441 receives or draws the liquid matrix originating from the reservoir cavity 315 of the reservoir 300 through its outer surface.

[0231] In the embodiments, according to Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, when the reservoir 300 is combined with the atomizing body 400 to form the atomizer 100, the sealing element 430 and the support element 350 abut longitudinally, thereby providing a seal between the reservoir 300 and the atomizing body 400.

[0232] For example, in some embodiments, the reservoir 300 and the atomizing body 400 of the atomizer 100 are packaged or sold separately before the atomizer 100 is sold or used by the consumer. When used by the consumer, the reservoir 300 is then attached to the atomizing body 400 to form the atomizer 100. Also, in the packaging of the atomizer 100, the reservoir chamber 414 and / or liquid retention element of the atomizing body 400 are not filled with liquid matrix. And the reservoir chambers 314 and 315 of the reservoir 300 are filled with liquid matrix.

[0233] In some embodiments, in the packaging of the atomizer 100, the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid output connector 351 and the second liquid outlet 3522 of the second liquid output connector 352 of the reservoir 300 are blocked or sealed by a removable sealing sleeve or a tear-off or removable sealing film. In use, the user removes the sealing sleeve or sealing film to open the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid output connector 351 and the second liquid outlet 3522 of the second liquid output connector 352 of the reservoir 300, and then assembles the reservoir 300 and the atomizing body 400 so that the first liquid outlet 3512 and the second liquid outlet 3522 output liquid matrix to the atomizing body 400.

[0234] In some embodiments, when the atomizing body 400 and the reservoir 300 are assembled to form the atomizer 100, the path for longitudinally delivering the liquid matrix from the first liquid outlet 3512 of the first liquid output connector 351 to the first liquid transfer channel on the first surface of the liquid holding element 441 is shorter than the path for delivering the liquid matrix from the second liquid outlet 3522 of the second liquid output connector 352 to the liquid buffer compartment 413 via the second liquid transfer channel and then replenishing it to the outer surface of the liquid holding element 441.

[0235] When the user assembles the atomizing body 400 and the liquid reservoir 300 to form the atomizer 100, the liquid matrix of the liquid reservoir 314 can be replenished to the liquid reservoir 414 and / or the liquid holding element 441 in the first time, and the liquid matrix of the liquid reservoir 315 can be replenished to the liquid reservoir 414 and / or the liquid holding element 441 in the second time, which is later than the first time.

[0236] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the second housing 410 is transparent; thus, in use, the liquid matrix buffered in the liquid buffer compartment 413 can be viewed through the second housing 410.

[0237] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first housing 310 is transparent; thus, in use, the remaining amount of liquid matrix in the reservoir 315 can be viewed through the first housing 310.

[0238] In some embodiments, the number of first liquid output connectors 351 is at least two; then in use, when the liquid matrix of the liquid reservoir 314 is output to the liquid reservoir 414 and / or the liquid holding element 441 through the first liquid outlet 3512 of one of the first liquid output connectors 351, the air in the liquid reservoir 414 and / or the liquid holding element 441 can enter the liquid reservoir 314 through the first liquid outlet 3512 of the other first liquid output connector 351, thereby balancing the pressure between them.

[0239] In some embodiments, the number of second liquid output connectors 352 is at least two; then in use, when the liquid matrix of the liquid storage chamber 315 is output to the liquid buffer chamber 413 through the second liquid outlet 3522 of one of the second liquid output connectors 352, the air in the liquid buffer chamber 413 can enter the liquid storage chamber 315 through the second liquid outlet 3522 of the other second liquid output connector 352, thereby balancing the pressure difference between them.

[0240] Alternatively, in some variations, the reservoir chambers 314 and 315 within the reservoir 300 are combined into a single reservoir chamber with a larger volume. For example, in some embodiments, only one reservoir chamber is defined within the reservoir 300, with a volume of approximately 5.5 to 23 mL, capable of storing approximately 5.5 to 23 mL of liquid matrix, more specifically, for example, 12 mL. In use, a portion of the liquid matrix from the reservoir 300 can be output relatively quickly via the first liquid outlet 3512 to the reservoir chamber 414 of the atomizing body, while another portion can be output relatively slowly via the second liquid outlet 3522 to the liquid buffer chamber 413, and then enter the reservoir chamber 414 through the liquid communication hole 4121.

[0241] It should be noted that the preferred embodiments of this application are given in the specification and accompanying drawings, but are not limited to the embodiments described in this specification. Furthermore, those skilled in the art can make improvements or modifications based on the above description, and all such improvements and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An atomizer, characterized in that, include: The atomizing body and the liquid reservoir can exist independently, and the liquid reservoir can be combined with the atomizing body by user operation; The liquid reservoir includes: The first and second liquid storage chambers, which are isolated from each other, are both used to store the liquid matrix; The atomizing body includes: The third liquid storage chamber is used to store the liquid matrix; An atomizing component is used to receive the liquid matrix in the third liquid storage chamber and atomize it to generate an aerosol; When the liquid reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, a first liquid transfer channel is established between the first liquid reservoir and the third liquid reservoir, and a second liquid transfer channel is established between the second liquid reservoir and the third liquid reservoir. The first liquid transfer channel provides a first liquid transfer path for outputting or replenishing the liquid matrix of the first liquid reservoir to the third liquid reservoir, and the second liquid transfer channel provides a second liquid transfer path for outputting or replenishing the liquid matrix of the second liquid reservoir to the third liquid reservoir.

2. The atomizer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The volume of the first liquid storage chamber is smaller than the volume of the second liquid storage chamber; And / or, the first liquid storage chamber can store 0.5 to 3 mL of liquid matrix; And / or, the second reservoir can store 5 to 20 mL of liquid matrix.

3. The atomizer as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The second liquid storage chamber at least partially surrounds or encloses the first liquid storage chamber.

4. The atomizer as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The liquid reservoir also includes: The first liquid output connector is used to output the liquid matrix of the first liquid storage chamber; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomizing body, the first liquid output connector is connected to the atomizing body to establish the first liquid transfer channel; And / or, a second liquid output connector for outputting the liquid matrix of the second liquid reservoir; when the reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, the second liquid output connector is connected to the atomizing body to establish the second liquid transfer channel.

5. The atomizer as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The liquid reservoir also includes: Proximal and distal ends facing each other longitudinally; A flexible sealing base is arranged substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the liquid reservoir; the first liquid reservoir and the second liquid reservoir are formed or located between the sealing base and the proximal end; The first liquid outlet connector and / or the second liquid outlet connector are at least partially disposed between the sealing base and the distal end, and extend toward the distal end.

6. The atomizer as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The atomizing body also includes: The first liquid input interface is connected to the third liquid storage chamber; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomizing body, the first liquid output connector is connected to the first liquid input interface to establish the first liquid transfer channel. And / or, the second liquid input interface is connected to the third liquid storage chamber through a liquid buffer compartment; when the liquid storage device is combined with the atomizing body, the second liquid output connector is connected to the second liquid input interface to establish the second liquid transfer channel.

7. The atomizer as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The liquid reservoir also includes: A partition wall is arranged extending longitudinally along the reservoir; the partition wall is at least partially located between the first reservoir cavity and the second reservoir cavity to isolate them.

8. The atomizer as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The liquid reservoir further includes: a first transverse direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, and a second transverse direction perpendicular to both the longitudinal direction and the first transverse direction; The first lateral dimension of the partition wall along the first lateral direction is greater than the second lateral dimension along the second lateral direction.

9. The atomizer as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The atomizing body also includes: A liquid buffer compartment is used to buffer a liquid matrix; the liquid buffer compartment is connected to the liquid storage chamber, and the liquid matrix in the liquid buffer compartment can enter or be replenished into the liquid storage chamber; When the reservoir is attached to the atomizing body, the second liquid delivery path flows through or passes through the liquid buffer compartment at least in part.

10. The atomizer as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The volume of the liquid buffer compartment is greater than the volume of the liquid storage chamber.

11. The atomizer as described in claim 9, characterized in that, When the liquid reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, the liquid matrix in the first liquid reservoir is output to the third liquid reservoir through the first liquid transfer channel, which is faster than the liquid matrix in the second liquid reservoir entering the third liquid reservoir through the liquid buffer compartment.

12. The atomizer as described in claim 9, characterized in that, Before the user attaches the reservoir to the atomizing body or in the atomizer's packaging, the reservoir chamber and liquid buffer compartment of the atomizing body are not filled with or stored with liquid matrix.

13. The atomizer as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, Also includes: An air outlet is provided in the liquid reservoir; An air inlet is located on the atomizing body; An airflow channel defines an airflow path from the air inlet through the atomizing component to the air outlet to deliver aerosol to the air outlet; a portion of the airflow channel is defined by the reservoir and another portion by the atomizing body.

14. An atomizer, characterized in that, include: The atomizing body and the liquid reservoir can exist independently, and the liquid reservoir can be combined with the atomizing body by user operation; The liquid reservoir includes: The first and second liquid storage chambers, which are isolated from each other, are both used to store the liquid matrix; The atomizing body includes: The third liquid storage chamber is used to store the liquid matrix; An atomizing component is used to receive the liquid matrix in the third liquid storage chamber and atomize it to generate an aerosol; A liquid buffer compartment is used to buffer a liquid matrix; the liquid buffer compartment is connected to the liquid storage chamber, and the liquid matrix in the liquid buffer compartment can enter or be replenished into the liquid storage chamber; When the liquid reservoir is combined with the atomizing body, the first liquid reservoir is connected to the third liquid reservoir, so that the liquid matrix of the first liquid reservoir can be directly output or replenished to the third liquid reservoir; the second liquid reservoir is connected to the third liquid reservoir indirectly through the liquid buffer compartment, so that the liquid matrix of the second liquid reservoir can be output or replenished to the liquid buffer compartment and then enter the third liquid reservoir from the liquid buffer compartment.

15. A liquid reservoir for an atomizer, characterized in that, include: The outer casing defines at least a portion of the outer surface of the reservoir; A partition wall is arranged within the housing, extending longitudinally along the housing. A first liquid storage chamber, at least partially surrounded or defined by the partition wall, is used to store a liquid matrix; A second liquid storage chamber, at least partially formed or defined between the partition wall and the outer shell, is used to store a liquid matrix; The second liquid storage chamber is separated from the first liquid storage chamber by the partition wall, and the volume of the second liquid storage chamber is greater than the volume of the first liquid storage chamber.

16. The reservoir for an atomizer as described in claim 15, characterized in that, Also includes: The first liquid output connector is connected to the first liquid storage chamber and is used to output the liquid matrix of the first liquid storage chamber; And / or, a second liquid output connector, connected to the second liquid storage chamber, for outputting the liquid matrix from the second liquid storage chamber.

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