A cigarette receiving device

Abstract

The application provides a cigarette storage device, and relates to the field of cigarette boxes. The cigarette storage device comprises a shell and a switch assembly. A cavity capable of communicating with the outside is formed in the shell and used for loading cigarettes. A cigarette outlet communicating with the cavity is also formed in the shell and located below the cigarettes in the vertical direction. The switch assembly comprises a rotating shaft rotatably connected to the connection between the cavity and the cigarette outlet. A blocking piece is arranged on the rotating shaft. When the rotating shaft rotates to a first position, the blocking piece can block the cigarettes from falling into the cigarette outlet. The cigarette storage device of the application can store independent cigarettes without packaging and store cigarettes with individual packaging, such as one-pack or two-pack cigarettes, and has a wide range of use scenarios. In addition, when the cigarettes are taken, the taking process does not affect other cigarettes, and the practicality is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of cigarette case technology, and more specifically, to a cigarette storage device. Background Technology

[0002] Cigarettes are tobacco products, typically made by wrapping processed tobacco leaves in special paper. Due to cultural, social, and personal habits, cigarettes remain widely consumed globally.

[0003] In related technologies, cigarettes are typically placed inside a cigarette case for the user to take. However, existing cigarette cases can only hold unpackaged individual cigarettes, limiting their usage scenarios. Furthermore, when taking a cigarette, the user inevitably touches other cigarettes besides the one being used, which can easily contaminate those cigarettes and affect their user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to at least address some of the deficiencies mentioned in the related technologies, this application provides a cigarette storage device.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides a cigarette storage device, including a housing and a switch assembly. The housing has a cavity that communicates with the outside world for holding cigarettes; the housing also has a cigarette outlet communicating with the cavity, the cigarette outlet being vertically located below the cigarette. The switch assembly includes a rotating shaft rotatably connected to the connection between the cavity and the cigarette outlet. A sealing element is provided on the rotating shaft; when the rotating shaft is rotated to a first position, the sealing element prevents the cigarette from falling into the cigarette outlet.

[0006] Furthermore, the smoke outlet is located on one side of the housing, and a storage box is detachably provided on the side of the housing away from the smoke outlet for storing cigarettes. The width of the storage box is the same as the width of the housing.

[0007] Furthermore, an opening is provided on the side of the storage box away from the housing for replenishing the cigarettes into the storage box. The cavity is in communication with the storage box.

[0008] Furthermore, a base is provided at one end of the housing to support the housing. The smoke outlet is located on the housing near the base.

[0009] Furthermore, a platform is provided on the base, extending horizontally away from the housing, near the edge of the smoke outlet. Cigarettes falling from the smoke outlet will land on this platform.

[0010] Furthermore, the sealing element is configured as a protrusion with a triangular cross-section, and a guide plate is provided inside the housing near the smoke outlet. When the rotating shaft is in the first position, one end of the sealing element abuts against the guide plate.

[0011] Furthermore, the guide plate is arranged in an arc shape along the vertical direction. The end of the guide plate away from the smoke outlet is connected to the side wall of the cavity away from the smoke outlet. The end of the guide plate near the smoke outlet extends in an arc shape towards the smoke outlet and is connected to the bottom of the cavity.

[0012] Furthermore, a counterweight cavity is provided inside the rotating shaft, and a counterweight part is provided inside the counterweight cavity. The thickness of the counterweight part is L1, and the diameter of the rotating shaft is L2, satisfying: L1≤1 / 2L2. The counterweight part can drive the rotating shaft to rotate, so that the counterweight part is located at the bottom of the rotating shaft in the vertical direction; when the counterweight part is located at the bottom of the rotating shaft, the rotating shaft is in the first position.

[0013] Furthermore, one end of the rotating shaft extends outside the housing, and a handle is provided on the end of the rotating shaft.

[0014] Furthermore, the housing is made of a transparent material.

[0015] With the above technical solution, when in use, cigarettes are loaded into the cavity and, under gravity, accumulate at the smoke outlet. The rotating shaft in the switching assembly is in the first position, and the sealing element on the shaft blocks the smoke outlet to prevent cigarettes from falling. When a cigarette needs to be retrieved, the rotating shaft is rotated, so that it is no longer in the first position, and the sealing element no longer blocks the smoke outlet, allowing the cigarette to fall normally. After retrieval, the rotating shaft is rotated back to the first position, and the sealing element re-blocks the smoke outlet to prevent other cigarettes from falling.

[0016] The cigarette storage device of this application can hold both unpackaged individual cigarettes and individually packaged single or two-pack cigarettes, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. Furthermore, when retrieving a cigarette, the device seals the cigarette outlet by rotating the shaft immediately after the target cigarette falls, preventing other cigarettes from falling in. The retrieval process does not affect other cigarettes, making it highly practical.

[0017] Other features and advantages of this application will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cigarette storage device provided in the embodiments of this application from a frontal perspective;

[0020] Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of the cigarette storage device provided in an embodiment of this application from a left-hand perspective;

[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cigarette storage device provided in an embodiment of this application from a right-side perspective;

[0022] Figure 4 A rear view structural schematic diagram of the cigarette storage device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotating shaft provided in an embodiment of this application.

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[0025] 100-Housing; 110-Cavity; 120-Smoke outlet; 121-Guide plate; 130-Opening; 140-Modible plate; 141-Adsorption element; 142-Protrusion; 200-Switch assembly; 210-Shaft; 211-Counterweight cavity; 212-Counterweight part; 213-Straight groove; 220-Handle; 300-Cigarette stick; 400-Base; 410-Tabletop; 500-Storage box. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0027] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "inner" and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "setup" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] This embodiment provides a cigarette holder 300 storage device to solve the problem in related technologies that cigarette boxes can only store unpackaged individual cigarettes 300, and that taking them out can easily affect other cigarettes 300.

[0030] Please see Figures 1 to 4 This embodiment provides a cigarette holder 300 storage device, including a housing 100 and a switch assembly 200. The housing 100 has a cavity 110 that communicates with the outside world for holding the cigarette 300. The housing 100 also has a smoke outlet 120 communicating with the cavity 110, located vertically below the cigarette 300. The switch assembly 200 includes a rotating shaft 210, rotatably connected to the connection between the cavity 110 and the smoke outlet 120. A sealing element is provided on the rotating shaft 210; when the rotating shaft 210 rotates to a first position, the sealing element prevents the cigarette 300 from falling into the smoke outlet 120.

[0031] Specifically, when using the cigarette holder 300 storage device of this embodiment, the cigarette 300 is placed inside the cavity 110 from the position where it communicates with the outside. After a suitable number of cigarettes 300 are placed inside, the cavity 110 is closed, and it is no longer connected to the outside. At this time, the rotating shaft 210 of the switch assembly 200 is in the first position, and the sealing member blocks the cigarette outlet 120 to prevent the cigarette 300 from falling.

[0032] When the user takes the cigarette 300, they rotate the shaft 210 so that it is no longer in the first position. This removes the sealing element from the smoke outlet 120, allowing the cigarette 300 to fall normally. After the desired cigarette 300 has fallen, the user rotates the shaft 210 back to the first position to re-seal the smoke outlet 120.

[0033] The cigarette storage device of this embodiment can hold both unpackaged individual cigarettes 300 and individually packaged single, double, or multi-pack cigarettes 300, depending on the actual situation. It is versatile and highly practical. When retrieving a cigarette 300, rotating the shaft 210 removes it from its initial position. After the target cigarette 300 falls, the shaft 210 is promptly reset to prevent other cigarettes 300 from falling, ensuring convenient retrieval. Furthermore, during retrieval, it prevents contact with other cigarettes 300, providing better protection and storage. Even if accidental operation causes other cigarettes 300 to fall, their individual packaging prevents external contamination.

[0034] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figure 3 As shown, the smoke outlet 120 is located on one side of the housing 100. A storage box 500 is detachably mounted on the side of the housing 100 away from the smoke outlet 120 for storing cigarettes 300. The width of the storage box 500 is the same as the width of the housing 100. By placing the storage box 500 on one side of the housing 100 and having its width consistent with the housing 100, the bottom support area of ​​the entire device is effectively widened in the horizontal direction. This increases the overall stability of the device's center of gravity, preventing the device from tipping over due to a shift in the center of gravity or external forces. This embodiment is particularly suitable for maintaining stability when placed on uneven or slightly inclined surfaces.

[0035] The storage box 500 on the housing 100 significantly increases the storage capacity of the housing 100 for cigarettes 300, reducing the frequency of replenishing cigarettes 300 during use and making the embodiment easier to use. It is worth mentioning that, since the storage space of the storage box 500 and the cavity 110 are relatively independent, other flavors of cigarettes 300 can also be stored in the storage box 500, allowing this embodiment to meet the tastes of different groups and making it highly practical.

[0036] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figures 1 to 3As shown, an opening 130 is provided on the side of the storage box 500 away from the housing 100 for adding cigarettes 300 into the storage box 500. The cavity 110 is in material communication with the storage box 500. In this way, the user can add cigarettes 300 into the storage box 500 through the external opening 130 without disassembling the entire device, and the cigarettes 300 will automatically flow into the main cavity 110. This avoids the risk of exposing the internal structure or the cigarettes 300 falling out due to frequent opening of the main housing 100, making this embodiment more user-friendly, simple and quick to operate, and improving the overall user experience.

[0037] The opening 130 is located on the side away from the housing 100, so that the cigarette 300 can be replenished from the side or the top, forming a non-invasive replenishment path. In other words, during the replenishment of the cigarette 300, the normal smoke output of the smoke outlet 120 of the cavity 110 will not be affected, making the user experience of this embodiment better.

[0038] In one embodiment, such as Figure 4 As shown, for example, the opening 130 on the storage box 500 is provided as a movable plate 140. The end of the movable plate 140 away from the hinge is provided with a protrusion 142, which is used to facilitate the operator to operate the movable plate 140 through the protrusion 142, thereby improving the ease of use of this embodiment.

[0039] The movable plate 140 is also equipped with an adsorption element 141, and correspondingly, the storage box 500 is also equipped with an adsorption element 141 at a corresponding position. Thus, when the movable plate 140 comes into contact with the storage box 500, the adsorption elements 141 attract each other, thereby restricting the position of the movable plate 140. The adsorption elements 141 can be magnets that attract each other, or any other structure capable of limiting the position of the movable plate 140, such as Velcro.

[0040] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a base 400 is provided at one end of the housing 100 to support the housing 100. A smoke outlet 120 is located on the housing 100 near the base 400. The base 400 increases the contact area between the device and the placement surface, while placing the smoke outlet 120 near the base 400 lowers the center of gravity. This reduces the risk of tipping over due to a high center of gravity or external impact, making it particularly suitable for uneven or slightly wobbly environments such as desktops or tabletops 410, improving user safety and reliability.

[0041] When the smoke outlet 120 is near the bottom, the falling path of the cigarette 300 from the cavity 110 to the smoke outlet 120 is shorter and the angle is more reasonable, which is conducive to smooth smoke output. This reduces the possibility of the cigarette 300 getting stuck or blocked, and makes it more compatible with cigarettes 300 of different lengths, weights, or packaging forms. In addition, the smoke outlet 120 is located near the bottom, meaning that the gravitational potential energy of the cigarette 300 is smaller when it falls from the smoke outlet 120, ensuring that the cigarette 300 can land on the base 400 and preventing it from rolling onto the ground, thus ensuring a better user experience in this embodiment.

[0042] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a tabletop 410 extends horizontally away from the housing 100 from the edge of the base 400 near the smoke outlet 120. Cigarettes 300 falling from the smoke outlet 120 will land on the tabletop 410. Since the cigarette 300 lands directly on the tabletop 410 after falling from the smoke outlet 120, it prevents it from falling off the table or rolling off uneven surfaces. This improves the safety and reliability of the retrieval process and reduces the risk of contamination or damage to the cigarette 300.

[0043] It is understandable that an anti-slip mat can be provided on the tabletop 410 to increase the friction of the cigarette 300 after it falls onto the tabletop 410, further preventing the cigarette 300 from slipping off the tabletop 410 and improving the safety of this embodiment. Of course, other types of mats can also be placed on the tabletop 410. For example, grooves or guide grooves can be provided on the mat to guide the movement direction of the cigarette 300 after it falls, as long as it can prevent the cigarette 300 from slipping to the ground due to inertia after falling onto the tabletop 410.

[0044] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, the sealing element is a triangular protrusion, and a guide plate 121 is located inside the housing 100 near the smoke outlet 120. When the rotating shaft 210 is in the first position, one end of the sealing element abuts against the guide plate 121. The triangular cross-section of the sealing element and the guide plate 121 cooperate to form a tight "barrier" when the rotating shaft 210 is in the first position. The triangular structure has good inclined surface fitting characteristics, which can better fill gaps. One end of the sealing element abuts against the guide plate 121, forming a stable support point and improving the overall sealing effect. The abutment between the sealing element and the guide plate 121 can also prevent the cigarette 300 from accidentally falling due to vibration, tilting, or misoperation.

[0045] Furthermore, the guide plate 121 serves as a positioning reference surface, enabling the sealing component to accurately reach the preset first position during rotation, thus enhancing the feedback and sense of positioning during the rotation of the rotating shaft 210. Of course, in actual use, it can be combined with a limiting structure or a magnetic attraction structure to achieve more precise positioning, extend the service life of mechanical components, and reduce wear.

[0046] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, the guide plate 121 is arc-shaped in the vertical direction. One end of the guide plate 121, away from the smoke outlet 120, is connected to the side wall of the cavity 110 away from the smoke outlet 120. The other end of the guide plate 121, near the smoke outlet 120, extends arc-shaped towards the smoke outlet 120 and is connected to the bottom of the cavity 110. The arc-shaped guide plate 121 conforms to the natural falling trend of the cigarette 300, reducing frictional resistance and preventing jamming. The arc-shaped curve better matches the trajectory of movement under gravity, reducing collisions or jamming between the cigarette 300 and the inner wall, and providing strong compatibility with cigarettes 300 of different lengths, diameters, or packaging forms.

[0047] The guide plate 121 extends in an arc shape from the side wall to the bottom of the cavity 110, forming a stable support structure that enhances the overall rigidity and deformation resistance of the housing 100. Simultaneously, it makes efficient use of the space within the cavity 110, ensuring the guide plate 121 is entirely within the housing 100 without occupying additional space on the external platform 410, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing and functional overall appearance. Furthermore, the guide plate 121's two ends are connected to two different side surfaces, serving as reinforcing ribs and extending the service life of this embodiment.

[0048] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figure 5 As shown, a counterweight cavity 211 is provided inside the rotating shaft 210, and a counterweight part 212 is provided inside the counterweight cavity 211. The thickness of the counterweight part 212 is L1, and the diameter of the rotating shaft 210 is L2, satisfying: L1≤1 / 2L2. The counterweight part 212 can drive the rotating shaft 210 to rotate, so that the counterweight part 212 is located at the bottom of the rotating shaft 210 in the vertical direction; when the counterweight part 212 is located at the bottom of the rotating shaft 210, the rotating shaft 210 is in the first position. Thus, when using this embodiment, after the user finishes using the cigarette 300 and releases the rotating shaft 210, the counterweight part 212 automatically hangs down under the action of gravity, driving the rotating shaft 210 back to the first position, without the need for manual reset, making the operation simpler for the user and avoiding the risk of forgetting to close the sealing part.

[0049] The counterweight 212 ensures that the rotating shaft 210 always tends to return to the preset first position, forming a gravity locking mechanism. Since the cigarette 300 is relatively lightweight, this design prevents the seal from easily failing when slight vibrations or external influences cause shaking, improving the anti-interference capability of this embodiment. It is particularly suitable for mobile environments such as inside a vehicle or outdoors.

[0050] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the counterweight 212 is located inside the rotating shaft 210, without occupying additional space in the housing 100, making the overall structure of this embodiment more compact. As a cigarette holder 300 storage device, this embodiment also facilitates miniaturization and lightweight design, making this embodiment easy to move and carry.

[0051] It should be noted that the counterweight 212 can also be adapted to different cigarettes 300 in terms of weight or smoke resistance by replacing parts of different weights or shapes to adjust the reset force of the rotating shaft 210, so that this embodiment can be applied to a variety of different cigarettes 300 and has a wider range of applications.

[0052] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figure 5 As shown, a straight groove 213 is also provided on the rotating shaft 210, and the straight groove 213 is located on the rotating shaft 210 away from the counterweight. In this way, the weight difference between the two positions of the rotating shaft 210 is increased, and when the rotating shaft 210 is not driven by an external force, it is easier to rotate to the position where the counterweight hangs naturally under the action of gravity, that is, to rotate to the first position, thus ensuring the reliability of the structure of this embodiment.

[0053] In one embodiment, exemplarily, such as Figure 5 As shown, one end of the rotating shaft 210 extends outside the housing 100, and a handle 220 is provided on the end of the rotating shaft 210. During operation, the user can directly rotate the rotating shaft 210 using the handle 220 to open and close the sealing component. Compared to button or lever structures, rotational operation is more intuitive, less strenuous, and provides clear feedback, avoiding accidental touches or uncertainty.

[0054] This embodiment, in conjunction with the counterweight 212 structure inside the rotating shaft 210, enables the user to "dispense cigarettes as needed." Specifically, during use, the user rotates the rotating shaft 210 by the handle 220 until the cigarette 300 falls, then releases the handle 220. The rotating shaft 210 will automatically return to its original position under gravity, achieving precise cigarette dispensing with a "one-turn-one-take" action, reducing the amount of cigarette 300 falling and improving safety.

[0055] In one embodiment, for example, the housing 100 is made of a transparent material. This allows the user to observe the remaining number of cigarettes 300 inside the housing 100 without opening it. This avoids dust entering or the cigarettes 300 becoming damp due to frequent opening, and also reminds the user to replenish cigarettes 300 when the quantity is low, improving ease of use.

[0056] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

[0057] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A cigarette storage device, characterized in that, include: The housing (100) has a cavity (110) that communicates with the outside, for storing the cigarette (300); the housing (100) also has a smoke outlet (120) that communicates with the cavity (110), and the smoke outlet (120) is located below the cigarette (300) in the vertical direction; A switch assembly (200) includes a rotating shaft (210) which is rotatably connected to the connection between the cavity (110) and the smoke outlet (120). A sealing member is provided on the rotating shaft (210). When the rotating shaft (210) is rotated to the first position, the sealing member can prevent the cigarette (300) from falling to the smoke outlet (120).

2. The cigarette storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The smoke outlet (120) is located on one side of the housing (100), and a storage box (500) is detachably provided on the side of the housing (100) away from the smoke outlet (120) for storing cigarettes (300). The width of the storage box (500) is the same as the width of the housing (100).

3. The cigarette storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that, An opening (130) is provided on the side of the storage box (500) away from the housing (100) for replenishing the cigarette (300) into the storage box (500). The cavity (110) is in material communication with the storage box (500).

4. The cigarette storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A base (400) is provided at one end of the housing (100) to support the housing (100). The smoke outlet (120) is located on the housing (100) near the base (400).

5. The cigarette storage device according to claim 4, characterized in that, A platform (410) is provided on the base (400) near the edge of the smoke outlet (120) and extends horizontally away from the housing (100). The cigarette (300) falling from the smoke outlet (120) will land on the table surface (410).

6. The cigarette storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sealing component is configured as a protrusion with a triangular cross-section, and a guide plate (121) is provided inside the housing (100) near the smoke outlet (120). When the rotating shaft (210) is in the first position, one end of the sealing member abuts against the guide plate (121).

7. The cigarette storage device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The guide plate (121) is arranged in an arc shape along the vertical direction. The end of the guide plate (121) away from the smoke outlet (120) is connected to the side wall of the cavity (110) away from the smoke outlet (120). The end of the guide plate (121) near the smoke outlet (120) is arranged in an arc shape and extends towards the smoke outlet (120), and is connected to the bottom of the cavity (110).

8. The cigarette storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating shaft (210) has a counterweight cavity (211) inside, and a counterweight part (212) is provided inside the counterweight cavity (211). The thickness of the counterweight part (212) is L1, and the diameter of the rotating shaft (210) is L2, satisfying: L1≤1 / 2L2; The counterweight (212) can drive the rotating shaft (210) to rotate, so that the counterweight (212) is located at the bottom of the rotating shaft (210) in the vertical direction; when the counterweight (212) is located at the bottom of the rotating shaft (210), the rotating shaft (210) is in the first position.

9. The cigarette storage device according to claim 8, characterized in that, One end of the shaft (210) extends outside the housing (100), and a handle (220) is provided on the end of the shaft (210).

10. The cigarette storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing (100) is made of transparent material.

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