Filling apparatus for aerosol-generating articles

Abstract

The present application provides a kind of filling equipment of aerosol generating article, the filling equipment of aerosol generating article includes: punching assembly, punching assembly is used to be punched into sheet unit by substrate sheet material;Conveying assembly, conveying assembly is used to transport substrate sheet material to punching assembly;Fixing assembly, fixing assembly is used to collect sheet unit, and make multiple sheet units be stacked arrangement.The filling equipment of aerosol generating article of the present application is easy to realize automation, and the production efficiency of aerosol generating article can be greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of aerosol generation technology, and in particular to filling equipment for aerosol-generated products. Background Technology

[0002] Aerosol-generating products can produce aerosols for users to inhale when heated. However, the filling process of tobacco segments in aerosol-generating products is relatively complex, making the production process complicated, difficult to automate, and resulting in low production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the problems of complex production processes, difficulty in automation, and low production efficiency in the production of aerosol-generated products.

[0004] This application provides a filling process for aerosol-generated articles, including:

[0005] Production of tobacco matrix sheets;

[0006] The matrix sheet is cut into sheet units and stacked to form tobacco segments.

[0007] This application provides a filling process for aerosol-generated articles, wherein a stamping or casting process is used in the step of making tobacco matrix sheets.

[0008] This application provides a filling process for an aerosol-generated product. In the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments, the process specifically includes: after the matrix sheet is cut into sheet units, it falls into a mold cavity and is stacked to form tobacco segments.

[0009] This application provides a filling process for aerosol-generated products, wherein the mold cavity is cylindrical with openings at both ends.

[0010] This application provides a filling process for an aerosol-generated article, which, after the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments, further includes: filling the tobacco segments into a package of the aerosol-generated article.

[0011] This application provides a filling process for aerosol-generated articles, specifically including the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments:

[0012] After the matrix sheet is cut into sheet units, they are stacked in the packaging of the aerosol-generated article to form tobacco segments.

[0013] This application provides a filling process for an aerosol-generated product, wherein a plug section is installed at one end of the tobacco segment to seal one end of the tobacco segment.

[0014] This application provides a filling process for an aerosol-generated article, wherein at least one of the sheet units is interference-fitted with the package.

[0015] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products, comprising:

[0016] A punching assembly for punching a substrate sheet into sheet units;

[0017] A conveying assembly for transporting the substrate sheet to a punching assembly;

[0018] A fixing component is used to collect the sheet units and to stack multiple sheet units.

[0019] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products, wherein the punching assembly includes:

[0020] A top rod, one end of which is equipped with a punch for cutting the substrate sheet.

[0021] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products, wherein the punching end of the punch is a plane or a cone.

[0022] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products. The conveying assembly includes a conveying platform disposed at one end of the push rod. The conveying platform has a clearance hole through which the punch can pass.

[0023] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products. The conveying assembly includes a feeding shaft and a receiving shaft, which are located on opposite sides of the conveying table. The feeding shaft is used to convey the substrate sheet before cutting, and the receiving shaft is used to convey the substrate sheet after cutting.

[0024] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products, wherein the punching components are multiple sets spaced apart.

[0025] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products, wherein the fixing components are in multiple sets, and the multiple sets of fixing components correspond one-to-one with the multiple sets of punching components.

[0026] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products, wherein multiple sets of the punching components are distributed at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveying components.

[0027] This application provides a filling device for aerosol-generated products, wherein the fixing component is a cylindrical structure with a receiving cavity, and the sheet unit is stacked and stored in the receiving cavity.

[0028] The filling process of the aerosol-generated products of this application is simple and easy to automate, which can greatly improve the production efficiency of aerosol-generated products. Attached Figure Description

[0029] 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.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a filling process for an aerosol-generated article according to an embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting assembly of a filling device for an aerosol-generated article according to an embodiment of this application before cutting the matrix sheet.

[0032] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting assembly of a filling device for an aerosol-generated article according to an embodiment of this application after cutting a matrix sheet;

[0033] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a tobacco segment of an aerosol-generating article before it is loaded into the aerosol-generating article according to an embodiment of this application.

[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a tobacco segment of an aerosol-generating article according to an embodiment of this application after being loaded into the aerosol-generating article;

[0035] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a filling device for an aerosol-generated article according to an embodiment of the present application, before a matrix sheet is cut to the aerosol-generated article.

[0036] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a filling device for an aerosol-generated article according to an embodiment of the present application, after the matrix sheet is cut to the aerosol-generated article;

[0037] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of an aerosol-generated article according to an embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of an aerosol-generated article according to an embodiment of this application;

[0039] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of a sheet unit according to an embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of a sheet unit according to an embodiment of this application;

[0041] Figure 12This is a schematic diagram of a tobacco segment according to an embodiment of this application.

[0042] In the picture:

[0043] 10. Filling equipment for aerosol-generated products;

[0044] 1. Punching assembly; 11. Push rod; 12. Punch;

[0045] 2. Conveying assembly; 21. Conveying table; 211. Clearance hole; 22. Feeding shaft; 23. Receiving shaft;

[0046] 3. Fixing components;

[0047] 20. Aerosol-generating products;

[0048] 4. Tobacco segment; 40. Matrix sheet; 41. Sheet unit; 411. Air passage; 412. Air passage channel;

[0049] 5. Filter tip section;

[0050] 6. Cooling section;

[0051] 7. Parcels;

[0052] 8. Plug. Detailed Implementation

[0053] 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 a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0054] The terms "first," "second," and "third" used in this application are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying the quantity or order of the indicated technical features relative to their importance. All directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of this application are only used to explain the relative positional relationship or movement of the components in a specific orientation (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific orientation changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or device that includes a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or devices.

[0055] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0056] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly attached to the other element or there may be intervening elements. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or there may be one or more intervening elements. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementations.

[0057] One embodiment of this application provides a filling process for aerosol-generated articles, including:

[0058] Production of tobacco matrix sheets;

[0059] The matrix sheet is cut into sheet units and stacked to form tobacco segments.

[0060] The filling process of the aerosol-generated products of this application is simple and easy to automate, which can greatly improve the production efficiency of aerosol-generated products.

[0061] In one embodiment of this application, a stamping or casting process is used in the step of manufacturing the tobacco matrix sheet. In one embodiment of this application, the tobacco extract is calendered into a matrix sheet by a stamping or casting process for subsequent cutting of the matrix sheet.

[0062] In one embodiment of this application, the tobacco extract can be obtained by extracting the extract from the leaves and flowers of tobacco using a solvent, then extracting from the extract with ethanol, followed by drying, dehydration, desalting, and cooking of the raw materials, adding an extract with a special aroma, and performing ultrasonic-assisted extraction to finally obtain a tobacco extract with a specific flavor. In one embodiment of this application, the tobacco extract is mainly used for tobacco flavoring, which can enhance the aroma of tobacco, reduce off-flavors, and improve the quality of cigarettes. Its aroma is realistic and natural, making it an excellent raw material for cigarette flavoring. In addition, the tobacco extract can also be used in daily-use fragrances to provide unique aromas and flavors. In one embodiment of this application, the main components of the tobacco extract include furfuryl alcohol, benzyl alcohol, phytol, solanone, β-turfayne, β-ionone, hexahydrofarnesone, diene, daidzeinone, dihydroactinolone, isopentenyl solanone, indole, etc.

[0063] In one embodiment of this application, prior to the step of making the tobacco matrix sheet, the process further includes mixing the smoking medium in a certain proportion to make a tobacco extract.

[0064] In other embodiments of this application, tobacco extract can be prepared by one or more coating processes. In one embodiment of this application, the coating process includes processes such as blade coating or casting.

[0065] In one embodiment of this application, after the step of making the tobacco matrix sheet, the matrix sheet is further wound for punching.

[0066] In one embodiment of this application, the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments specifically includes: after the matrix sheet is cut into sheet units, it falls into a mold cavity and is stacked to form tobacco segments. In one embodiment of this application, the mold cavity is cylindrical with openings at both ends.

[0067] In one embodiment of this application, the sheet unit is circular, so that the tobacco segment formed by stacking is cylindrical. In another embodiment of this application, the shape of the sheet unit can be determined according to design requirements, such as: ellipse, rectangle, triangle, hexagon, etc., so that the tobacco segment formed by stacking the sheet units can also present different shapes.

[0068] In one embodiment of this application, the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments further includes punching air holes in the sheet units. In one embodiment of this application, the shape of the air holes can be circular, elliptical, polygonal, or other irregular shapes. After multiple sheet units are stacked, multiple air holes can form air passages, making it easier for the aerosol generated by heating the tobacco segments to dissipate, thus improving the user experience.

[0069] In one embodiment of this application, the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments further includes the cut sheet units falling into a receiving tray, the sheet units in the receiving tray being conveyed by a conveyor belt, and then stacked into tobacco segments.

[0070] In one embodiment of this application, after the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments, the method further includes: loading the tobacco segments into a package of an aerosol-generated article. This application provides a filling process for an aerosol-generated article. Specifically, the step of cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and stacking them to form tobacco segments includes: cutting the matrix sheet into sheet units and then stacking them in a package of an aerosol-generated article to form tobacco segments. That is, the cut sheet units can be stacked in a mold cavity to form tobacco segments before being loaded into a package of an aerosol-generated article; or the cut sheet units can be directly stacked in a package of an aerosol-generated article to form tobacco segments, thereby shortening the process.

[0071] In one embodiment of this application, a plug is installed at one end of the tobacco segment to seal one end of the tobacco segment. The plug not only prevents the tobacco segment from falling off, but also allows the user to maintain a certain suction resistance when inhaling the aerosol-generated product, thus providing the user with a better inhalation experience.

[0072] In one embodiment of this application, at least one sheet unit is interference-fitted to the packaging member, making it difficult for the tobacco segments formed by the sheet unit to fall off.

[0073] One embodiment of this application also provides a filling apparatus 10 for aerosol-generated articles, including a punching assembly 1, a conveying assembly 2, and a fixing assembly 3. The punching assembly 1 is used to punch a matrix sheet 40 to form sheet units 41. The conveying assembly 2 is used to transport the matrix sheet to the punching assembly 1. The fixing assembly 3 is used to collect the sheet units 41 and to stack multiple sheet units 41.

[0074] The filling equipment 10 for aerosol-generated products of this application uses a punching component 1, a conveying component 2, and a fixing component 3 to punch and stack the matrix sheet into tobacco segments 4, which simplifies the filling process of the aerosol-generated product 20.

[0075] In one embodiment of this application, the aerosol generating article 20 includes a filter section 5, a cooling section 6, and a tobacco section 4 connected in sequence. The filter section 5 is for a user to hold in their mouth. The cooling section 6 is located between the filter section 5 and the tobacco section 4, and is used to guide the aerosol from the tobacco section 4 to the filter section 5, and to reduce the temperature of the aerosol to a suitable temperature for the user to inhale. In one embodiment of this application, the aerosol generating article 20 also includes a wrapping component 7, which wraps the filter section 5, the cooling section 6, and the tobacco section 4 into a whole, facilitating inhalation by the user.

[0076] In one embodiment of this application, a plug 8 is provided at the end of the tobacco segment 4 away from the filter segment 5. The plug 8 can not only prevent the tobacco segment 4 from falling off, but also allow the user to maintain a certain suction resistance when inhaling the aerosol-generated product 20, so as to provide the user with a better inhalation experience.

[0077] In one embodiment of this application, at least one sheet unit 41 is interference-fitted with the wrapper 7, so that the tobacco segment 4 formed by the sheet unit 41 is not easy to fall off.

[0078] In one embodiment of this application, the sheet unit 41 is circular, so that the tobacco segment 4 formed by stacking is cylindrical. In another embodiment of this application, the shape of the sheet unit 41 can be determined according to design requirements, such as: ellipse, rectangle, triangle, hexagon, etc., so that the tobacco segment 4 formed by stacking the sheet units 41 can also present different shapes.

[0079] In one embodiment of this application, such as Figures 10-12 As shown, the sheet unit 41 is provided with an air passage hole 411. The shape of the air passage hole 411 can be circular, elliptical, polygonal or other irregular shape. After multiple sheet units 41 are stacked, multiple air passage holes 411 can form an air passage channel 412, which makes it easier for the aerosol generated by the heating of the tobacco segment 4 to dissipate and improve the user experience.

[0080] In one embodiment of this application, the punching assembly 1 includes a push rod 11, one end of which is provided with a punch 12 for cutting the matrix sheet 40. In one embodiment of this application, the punch 12 cuts the matrix sheet 40 into sheet units 41, and the sheet units 41 are stacked to form tobacco segments 4. In one embodiment of this application, the sheet units 41 are circular, and the tobacco segments 4 are cylindrical.

[0081] In one embodiment of this application, the punching end of the punch 12 is planar or conical.

[0082] In one embodiment of this application, the punching assembly 1 consists of multiple sets spaced apart. When the punching assembly 1 consists of multiple sets, the cut sheet units 41 can fall into the receiving tray, and the sheet units 41 in the receiving tray are conveyed by a conveyor belt and then stacked into tobacco segments 4.

[0083] In one embodiment of this application, there are multiple sets of fixing components 3, and each set of fixing components 3 corresponds one-to-one with a set of punching components 1. When there are multiple sets of punching components 1 and multiple sets of fixing components 3, the multiple fixing components 3 are used to collect the sheet units 41 cut by the multiple punching units 1. In one embodiment of this application, the multiple sets of punching components 1 are distributed at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveying component 2.

[0084] In one embodiment of this application, the fixing component 3 is a cylindrical structure with a storage cavity, and the sheet unit 41 is stacked and stored in the storage cavity.

[0085] In one embodiment of this application, the conveying assembly 2 includes a conveying table 21 disposed at one end of the push rod 11. The conveying table 21 has a clearance hole 211 through which the punch 12 can pass. The substrate sheet 40 passes through the conveying table 21 at a certain speed. At this time, the push rod 11 of the punching assembly 1 drives the punch 12 to move downward at a certain time interval, so that the punching assembly 1 can cut the substrate sheet 40 into sheet units 41.

[0086] In one embodiment of this application, the cut sheet units 41 can be stacked in the fixing unit 3 to form tobacco segments 4, and then loaded into the package 7 of the aerosol-generating article 20. In another embodiment of this application, the cut sheet units 41 can also be directly stacked in the package 7 of the aerosol-generating article 20 to form tobacco segments 4, thereby shortening the process.

[0087] In one embodiment of this application, the conveying assembly 2 includes a feeding shaft 22 and a receiving shaft 23, which are located on both sides of the conveying table 21. The feeding shaft 22 is used to convey the substrate sheet 40 to be cut, and the receiving shaft 23 is used to convey the substrate sheet 40 after it has been cut.

[0088] 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. A filling device for aerosol-generated products, characterized in that, include: A punching assembly for punching a substrate sheet into sheet units; A conveying assembly for transporting the substrate sheet to a punching assembly; A fixing component is used to collect the sheet units and to stack multiple sheet units.

2. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 1, characterized in that, The punching assembly includes: A top rod, one end of which is equipped with a punch for cutting the substrate sheet.

3. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 2, characterized in that, The punching end of the punch is either flat or conical.

4. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 2, characterized in that, The conveying assembly includes a conveying platform disposed at one end of the top rod, and the conveying platform has a clearance hole through which the punch can pass.

5. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 4, characterized in that, The conveying assembly includes a feeding shaft and a receiving shaft, which are located on opposite sides of the conveying table. The feeding shaft is used to convey the substrate sheet before cutting, and the receiving shaft is used to convey the substrate sheet after cutting.

6. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 1, characterized in that, The punching components are multiple sets spaced apart.

7. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 6, characterized in that, The fixing components are in multiple sets, and each set of fixing components corresponds one-to-one with each set of punching components.

8. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 7, characterized in that, Multiple sets of the punching components are distributed at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveying component.

9. The filling equipment for aerosol-generated products according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing component is a cylindrical structure with a storage cavity, and the sheet units are stacked and stored in the storage cavity.

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