Aerosol generating device

Abstract

This utility model discloses an aerosol generating device, relating to the field of aerosol generating devices. The aerosol generating device includes: a sliding cover with a first magnetic element; and a cover seat with an opening and a groove. The sliding cover is slidably disposed in the groove, such that the sliding cover has a first position covering the opening and a second position exposing the opening. The cover seat has a second magnetic element. When the sliding cover is in the first position or the second position, the sliding cover and the cover seat are attracted to each other by the magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element and the second magnetic element. A limiting component is also provided between the groove wall and the sliding cover.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of aerosol generating devices, and in particular to an aerosol generating device. Background Technology

[0002] In many electronic cigarette products, the cigarette holder needs a sliding cover to cover dust or the internal structure. The traditional structure usually uses a spring or hard contact design to make the cover slide up, down, left and right to cover the cigarette holder hole. The sliding cover is on the shell. The wear and tear of sliding is relatively obvious. In addition, the design tolerance of the parts themselves has a great impact on the feel of the sliding cover, resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide an aerosol generating device, which aims to solve the technical problems of poor feel in the sliding opening of the cover and the sealing of the cigarette insertion port in the current aerosol generating device.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the aerosol generating device proposed in this utility model includes:

[0005] A sliding cover, equipped with a first magnetic element; and

[0006] The cover has an opening and a groove. The sliding cover is slidably disposed in the groove, such that the sliding cover has a first position covering the opening and a second position exposing the opening. The cover is provided with a second magnetic element. When the sliding cover is in the first position or the second position, the sliding cover and the cover are attracted to each other by the magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element and the second magnetic element. A limiting component is also provided between the groove wall and the sliding cover. Attached Figure Description

[0007] 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.

[0008] Figure 1 An exploded structural diagram of an embodiment of the aerosol generating device provided by this utility model;

[0009] Figure 2 Another exploded structural diagram of an embodiment of the aerosol generating device provided by this utility model;

[0010] Figure 3A schematic diagram of the first position of an embodiment of the aerosol generating device provided by this utility model;

[0011] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second position of an embodiment of the aerosol generating device provided by this utility model;

[0012] Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the first position of an embodiment of the aerosol generating device provided by this utility model;

[0013] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the second position of an embodiment of the aerosol generating device provided by this utility model.

[0014] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0015] 100. Sliding cover; 110. First mounting slot;

[0016] 200, cover; 210, through opening; 220, slide groove; 230, clearance groove; 240, opening; 250, second mounting groove; 260, first mounting plate; 270, second mounting plate;

[0017] 300. Outer casing;

[0018] 400. First magnetic component;

[0019] 500. Second magnetic component;

[0020] 600, Limiting component; 610, First limiting component; 620, Second limiting component.

[0021] 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

[0022] 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.

[0023] 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.

[0024] 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.

[0025] In existing technologies, many electronic cigarette products require a sliding cover to shield the cigarette inlet from dust or internal structures. Traditionally, this design uses a spring or hard contact to allow the cover to slide up, down, left, and right, covering the cigarette inlet hole. This sliding design results in significant wear and tear, and the design tolerances of the parts themselves greatly affect the feel of the cover, leading to a poor user experience.

[0026] This invention proposes an aerosol generating device.

[0027] Please see Figures 1 to 6 In one embodiment of this utility model, the aerosol generating device includes a sliding cover 100 and a cover seat 200. The sliding cover 100 is provided with a first magnetic element 400. The cover seat 200 has an opening 210 and a groove 220. The sliding cover 100 is slidably disposed in the groove 220, so that the sliding cover 100 has a first position covering the opening 210 and a second position exposing the opening 210. The cover seat 200 is provided with a second magnetic element 500. When the sliding cover 100 is in the first position or the second position, the sliding cover 100 and the cover seat 200 are attracted to each other by the magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500. A limiting component 600 is also provided between the groove wall of the groove 220 and the sliding cover 100.

[0028] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the aerosol generating device is mainly used in the heated non-combustible electronic cigarette industry. The insertion port is covered or exposed by the sliding cover 100 sliding on the cover base 200. Other parts of the aerosol generating device will not be described in detail. In specific implementation, both the sliding cover 100 and the cover base 200 are made of PC plastic, metal, or other plastic materials. The first magnetic component 400 is fixed to the sliding cover 100, and the second magnetic component 500 is fixed to the cover base 200 by adhesive or snap-fit ​​methods, respectively. This embodiment is not limited to any particular method, as long as the first magnetic component 400 does not detach from the sliding cover 100, and the second magnetic component 500 does not detach from the cover base 200. The first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500 can be any shape, such as ring, square, or circular, and are not limited in this embodiment. One of the first magnetic components 400 and the second magnetic component 500 has two components, and the other has at least one component, to fix the sliding cover 100 in either the first or second position. In the specific implementation process, there can be two second magnetic components 500, and there can be one first magnetic component 400; wherein, the first magnetic component 400 is attracted to one of the second magnetic components 500 to fix the sliding cover 100 in the first position, and the other second magnetic component 500 is attracted to the first magnetic component 400 to fix the sliding cover 100 in the second position.

[0029] In the specific implementation process, in the aerosol generating device of this embodiment, a first magnetic element 400 is fixedly connected to the sliding cover 100, and a second magnetic element 500 is provided on the cover base 200. The first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500 are magnetically attracted to each other. The sliding cover 100 and the cover base 200 are provided with a sliding groove 220, and the bottom surface of the sliding groove 220 is provided with an opening 210. The sliding cover 100 is slidably disposed within the sliding groove 220 and slides along the sliding groove 220 to have a first position and a second position. When the sliding cover 100 slides to the first position, the sliding cover 100 covers the opening 210, and the sliding cover 100 is also attracted to the cover base 200 through the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500. When the sliding cover 100 leaves the opening 210 and slides to the second position, the opening 210 is exposed, and at this time, the sliding cover 100 and the cover base 200 are attracted to each other through the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500. Understandably, the insertion port is located at one end of the slide groove 220 and corresponds to the first position, so that when the sliding cover 100 is in the first position, it can cover the through opening 210.

[0030] It is also understandable that the length direction of the slide groove 220 is consistent with the direction of the line connecting the first position and the second position, and the length of the slide groove 220 is sufficient to ensure that the sliding cover 100 can slide between the first position and the second position. In addition, in order to facilitate the sliding of the sliding cover 100, one or more raised ribs are provided on the surface of the slide groove 220 away from the slide groove 220 to improve the surface roughness of the sliding cover 100, making it easier for the user to push the sliding cover 100 to slide.

[0031] This utility model's technical solution employs a first magnetic element 400 on the sliding cover 100 and a second magnetic element 500 on the cover base 200. The magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500 causes the sliding cover 100 to engage with each other at a first position and a second position. Specifically, the cover base 200 has an opening 210 and a groove 220. The sliding cover 100 is slidably disposed within the groove 220, having a first position and a second position within the groove 220. In the first position, the sliding cover 100 covers the opening 210; in the second position, the sliding cover 100 moves away from the opening 210, exposing the opening 210. The sliding cover 100 slides within the slide groove 220 and is attracted to the cover base 200 via the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500. Compared to a situation where the sliding cover 100 and cover base 200 have no fixed attraction, the magnetic attraction ensures that the sliding cover 100 and cover base 200 are relatively fixed. During sliding, this improves the tactile feel of the sliding cover 100, enhances the product's texture, and thus increases its competitiveness. The limiting component 600 is positioned between the groove wall of the slide groove 220 and the sliding cover 100 to prevent the sliding cover 100 from detaching from the magnetic attraction in a direction perpendicular to the bottom of the groove, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the sliding cover 100 and the cover base 200.

[0032] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in one embodiment, the limiting component 600 includes: a first limiting member 610 and a second limiting member 620, wherein the first limiting member 610 is disposed on the side wall of the sliding cover 100, and the side wall of the cover 200 facing the slide groove 220 is provided with a relief groove 230, and the first limiting member 610 is at least partially located in the relief groove 230, the sliding cover 100 slides and drives the first limiting member 610 to slide along the relief groove 230; the second limiting member 620 is disposed on the side wall of the cover 200 facing the slide groove 220 and is located on the side of the first limiting member 610 away from the slide groove 220, so as to restrict the first limiting member 610 from disengaging from the slide groove 220.

[0033] It should be noted that the limiting component 600 is used to restrict the sliding cover 100 from disengaging from the slide groove 220 when overcoming the magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500, or to restrict the sliding cover 100 from disengaging from the slide groove 220 when the magnetic attraction disappears or fails. In specific implementation, the limiting component 600 is used to restrict the sliding cover 100 from disengaging from the slide groove 220 along a direction perpendicular to the bottom surface of the groove 220 and overcoming the magnetic attraction force. Specifically, the first limiting element 610 protrudes from the side wall of the sliding cover 100, and this side wall is the side wall opposite to the side wall of the slide groove 220. The second limiting member 620 protrudes from the side wall of the cover 200 and extends toward the slide groove 220, located in the direction away from the bottom surface of the slide groove 220 of the first limiting member 610. The second limiting member 620 is at least partially opposite to the first limiting member 610. Furthermore, an avoidance groove 230 is formed on the side wall of the cover 200 facing the slide groove 220, and the first limiting member 610 is at least partially located in the first limiting groove. In this way, the second limiting member 620 can prevent the first limiting member 610 from moving in the direction perpendicular to the bottom surface of the slide groove 220, thereby preventing the sliding cover 100 from disengaging from the slide groove 220 in the direction perpendicular to the bottom surface of the groove.

[0034] To improve the strength of the first limiting member 610 and the second limiting member 620, in specific implementation, the first limiting member 610 is integrally formed with the sliding cover 100, and the second limiting member 620 is integrally formed with the cover base 200. Specifically, the first limiting member 610 and the second limiting member 620 are elongated rib structures. Alternatively, the first limiting member 610 can be a protrusion structure, with one or more protrusion structures spaced apart along the sliding direction of the sliding cover 100. Correspondingly, the second limiting member 620 can be an elongated rib structure extending along the sliding direction. It is understood that the first limiting member 610 can be an elongated rib structure extending along the sliding direction, while the second limiting member 620 can be one or more spaced-apart protrusion structures.

[0035] refer to Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the cover 200 has an opening 240 communicating with the slide groove 220, and the sliding cover 100 is slidably installed into the slide groove 220 from the opening 240.

[0036] In the specific implementation process, in order to facilitate the installation of the sliding cover 100, an opening 240 is opened at one or both ends of the cover base 200 to avoid the limiting component 600. The sliding cover 100 slides into the slide groove 220 from the opening 240 to complete the installation of the sliding cover 100. Similarly, when removing the sliding cover 100, it can be disengaged from the slide groove 220 from the opening 240.

[0037] In order to prevent the sliding cover 100 from disengaging from the slide groove 220 during the sliding process, in one embodiment, the aerosol generating device further includes a housing 300, which forms a cavity. The cover seat 200 is connected to the housing 300 and disposed in the cavity. The housing 300 is also used to block the opening 240 to prevent the sliding cover 100 from disengaging from the opening 240 from the slide groove 220.

[0038] In specific implementation, the cover 200 is located within the cavity, with its top surface close to the edge of the outer casing 300. This facilitates the sliding of the cover 100 and ensures that at least part of the outer casing 300 blocks the side of the opening 240 away from the slide groove 220, thus preventing the cover 100 from disengaging from the opening 240 into the slide groove 220. Furthermore, the cover 100 is restricted by the outer casing 300 and can only slide back and forth between a first position and a second position. In this embodiment, the outer casing 300 is made of aluminum alloy or other metals or plastic materials.

[0039] In one embodiment, the port 210 is configured as an insertion port for inserting the aerosol generating product. During implementation, when the aerosol generating device is inserted into the port, the port is located at the end of the aerosol generating device. The aerosol generating product is inserted through the port and heated to generate a respirable aerosol. At this time, the sliding cover 100 is in the second position. When the sliding cover 100 is in the first position, it seals the port to prevent external dust or other foreign objects from entering the aerosol generating device through the port, causing contamination or damage to the device.

[0040] In another embodiment, the opening 210 is configured as an air inlet for external air to enter. When the sliding cover 100 is in the first position to block the air inlet, air can enter through other gaps during suction, increasing the resistance to suction. When the sliding cover 100 is in the second position, the air inlet is exposed, allowing air to enter through the air inlet, increasing the amount of air intake and the smoothness of suction, thereby meeting the needs of different users and improving the applicability of the product.

[0041] In one embodiment, when the through-hole 210 is configured as an air inlet, the sliding cover 100 has a secondary air inlet. In the first position, the secondary air inlet is connected to the air inlet. In specific implementation, the inner diameter of the secondary air inlet is smaller than the inner diameter of the air inlet to adjust the air intake during suction, further meeting the needs of different users and improving the applicability of the product. Of course, it is understandable that in the second position, the secondary air inlet is opposite to the bottom surface of the slide groove 220, and air is intake through the through-hole 210.

[0042] In one embodiment, both the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500 are configured as ring structures.

[0043] In the specific implementation process, the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500 of the annular structure are in a coaxial position when they are relative to each other and magnetically attracted to each other. This can ensure the accuracy of the sliding position of the sliding cover 100, that is, ensure that the sliding cover 100 can effectively cover the opening 210 when it is in the first position and effectively expose the opening 210 when it is in the second position, so as to facilitate the insertion of the aerosol generation product. In addition, the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500 of the annular structure can also improve the sliding feel of the sliding cover 100.

[0044] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the second magnetic element 500 surrounds the periphery of the opening 210, and the two are coaxially arranged. The coaxial arrangement of the second magnetic element 500 and the opening 210 ensures that the sliding cover 100 can effectively cover the opening 210 when in the first position.

[0045] In one embodiment, the sliding cover 100 has a first mounting groove 110 adapted to the first magnetic component 400. The first magnetic component 400 is disposed within the first mounting groove 110 and bonded to the sliding cover 100. Specifically, the contour of the first mounting groove 110 is adapted to the shape of the first magnetic component 400. The first magnetic component 400 is fixed within the first mounting groove 110 and secured by bonding. In a specific implementation, the surface of the sliding cover 100 facing the sliding groove 220 is recessed to form the first mounting groove 110. After the first magnetic component 400 is accommodated within the first mounting groove 110, the surface of the first magnetic component 400 facing the sliding groove 220 is located within the first mounting groove 110 or flush with the surface of the sliding cover 100, to ensure smooth sliding of the sliding cover 100 and to prevent the first magnetic component 400 from contacting the cover seat 200 and causing damage to both during sliding.

[0046] In one embodiment, the cover 200 has a second mounting groove 250 on the side opposite to the sliding cover 100, which corresponds to and is adapted to the second magnetic element 500. The second magnetic element 500 is disposed in the second mounting groove 250 and is bonded to the cover 200. In this embodiment, the cover 200 has a recessed second mounting groove 250 on the side opposite to the sliding cover 100. The outline of the second mounting groove 250 is adapted to the second magnetic element 500. The second magnetic element 500 is fixed in the second mounting groove 250 and bonded. The number of second mounting grooves 250 corresponds to the number of second magnetic elements 500, so that there is a one-to-one correspondence between the second magnetic element 500 and the second mounting groove 250, and the two second mounting grooves 250 are arranged side by side.

[0047] In another embodiment, the cover 200 has a first mounting plate 260 and a second mounting plate 270 on the side opposite to the sliding cover 100. The first mounting plate 260 surrounds the outer periphery of the second mounting plate 270 and has a gap space. The second magnetic element 500 is disposed in the gap space and is bonded to the cover 200. In this embodiment, the first mounting plate 260 and the second mounting plate 270 form a second mounting groove 250. Specifically, the first mounting plate 260 surrounds the outer periphery of the second mounting plate 270, and the two form a second mounting groove 250. The second mounting groove 250 is adapted to the second magnetic element 500, and the second magnetic element 500 is fixed in the second mounting groove 250 by bonding.

[0048] In the specific implementation process, the first magnetic component 400 and the sliding cover 100, and the second magnetic component 500 and the cover base 200 are respectively bonded and fixed by applying glue, wherein the glue is WELDBOND 3200S glue, or the first magnetic component 400 and the sliding cover 100, and the second magnetic component 500 and the cover base 200 are bonded and fixed by adhesive backing.

[0049] In one embodiment, both the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500 are configured as magnets, or one of the first magnetic element 400 and the second magnetic element 500 is configured as a ferromagnetic metal, and the other is configured as a magnet.

[0050] In specific implementation, the magnets are made of N45 neodymium iron boron or other magnetic materials, and the metal parts are made of iron sheets or other materials that can attract magnets. In this embodiment, both the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500 can be magnets, and the sliding cover 100 and the cover base 200 are attracted to each other by the attraction between opposite poles of the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500. Alternatively, one of the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500 can be a magnet, and the other can be an iron block or other ferromagnetic metal part. The sliding cover 100 and the cover base 200 are attracted to each other by the magnetic attraction force of the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500. In this way, it is not necessary to distinguish the north and south poles of the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500 during installation, which facilitates the manufacture or use of the aerosol generating device. In this embodiment, both the first magnetic component 400 and the second magnetic component 500 are preferably magnets to improve the strength and effectiveness of the attraction between the sliding cover 100 and the cover base 200.

[0051] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An aerosol generating device, characterized in that, include: The sliding cover is equipped with a first magnetic element; as well as The cover has an opening and a groove. The sliding cover is slidably disposed in the groove, such that the sliding cover has a first position covering the opening and a second position exposing the opening. The cover is provided with a second magnetic element. When the sliding cover is in the first position or the second position, the sliding cover and the cover are attracted to each other by the magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element and the second magnetic element. A limiting component is also provided between the groove wall and the sliding cover.

2. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting component includes: A first limiting member is disposed on the side wall of the sliding cover. The side wall of the cover seat facing the sliding groove has a clearance groove. The first limiting member is at least partially located within the clearance groove. The sliding cover slides, causing the first limiting member to slide along the clearance groove. The second limiting member is disposed on the side wall of the cover facing the slide groove and located on the side of the first limiting member away from the slide groove, so as to limit the slide groove of the first limiting member.

3. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cover has an opening that communicates with the slide groove, and the sliding cover is slidably installed into the slide groove from the opening.

4. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The aerosol generating device further includes a housing, which forms a cavity. The cover is connected to the housing and disposed within the cavity. The housing is also used to seal the opening to prevent the sliding cover from disengaging from the opening into the slide groove.

5. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The port is configured as an insertion port for inserting aerosol-generated articles, or the port is configured as an air inlet for external air to enter.

6. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 5, characterized in that, When the port is configured as an air inlet, the sliding cover has an auxiliary air inlet, and in the first position, the auxiliary air inlet is connected to the air inlet.

7. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component are configured as a ring structure.

8. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 1 or 7, characterized in that, The sliding cover has a first mounting groove adapted to the first magnetic component, the first magnetic component is disposed in the first mounting groove and is adhesively connected to the sliding cover; and / or The cover seat has a second mounting groove on the side opposite to the sliding cover, which corresponds to and is adapted to the second magnetic component. The second magnetic component is disposed in the second mounting groove and is bonded to the cover seat. Alternatively, the cover seat has a first mounting plate and a second mounting plate on the side opposite to the sliding cover. The first mounting plate surrounds the outer periphery of the second mounting plate and has a space between them. The second magnetic component is disposed in the space between them and is bonded to the cover seat.

9. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The second magnetic element is arranged around the periphery of the opening, and the two are coaxially arranged.

10. The aerosol generating apparatus as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component are configured as magnets, or one of the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component is configured as a ferromagnetic metal component, and the other is configured as a magnet.

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