Aerosol-generating device

Abstract

The utility model belongs to aerosol's generation technical field discloses aerosol generating device. The aerosol generating device includes the shell, button, switch and connecting piece. Among them, button at least partly movably connects with the shell, switch is located in the shell, connecting piece is detachably located in the shell, and the trigger part is equipped on connecting piece, and button is used for extruding trigger part to make trigger part trigger switch, the surface of connecting piece close to button is equipped with the convex, and the convex is in abutment with button. Through the utility model, the consistency of the pressing feedback strength of button in different parts is improved, the pressing hand feeling of button is improved, and the use experience of user is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aerosol generation technology, and more particularly to an aerosol generation device. Background Technology

[0002] In aerosol generating devices, buttons are the core interface for user interaction with the equipment. Their function is to control the device's operating status, power adjustment, and mode switching through trigger circuit signals.

[0003] Currently, the inconsistent pressing force of buttons in different locations results in poor button feel for aerosol generating devices, affecting the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an aerosol generating device that improves the consistency of the pressing feedback force of different parts of the button, enhances the button feel, and ensures the user experience.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] Aerosol generating apparatus, comprising:

[0007] case;

[0008] The button is at least partially movably connected to the housing;

[0009] The switch is located inside the housing;

[0010] A connector is detachably disposed within the housing. The connector has a trigger portion, and the button is used to press the trigger portion to trigger the switch. The surface of the connector near the button has a protrusion that abuts against the button.

[0011] As an alternative to the aerosol generating device, there is a gap between the button and the trigger part, with the gap value ranging from 0 to 1 mm, or the button and the trigger part are interference-fitted, with the interference amount ranging from 0 to 1 mm.

[0012] As an alternative to the aerosol generating device, the aerosol generating device further includes a control board, the switch is integrated into the control board, and the connector has an abutting part on the side away from the button, the abutting part abutting against the control board.

[0013] As an alternative to the aerosol generating device, the control plate is provided with a limiting hole, and the connector is provided with a limiting part, which is inserted into the limiting hole.

[0014] As an alternative to an aerosol generating device, the control board is provided with a light-emitting element, the housing is provided with a light-emitting port, the connector is provided with a guide portion, the guide portion surrounds and forms a constraint space, at least part of the light-emitting element is located in the constraint space, the constraint space is used to restrict the light emitted by the light-emitting element to propagate within the constraint space and to the light-emitting port.

[0015] As an alternative to the aerosol generating device, the guide section abuts against the control panel.

[0016] As an alternative to the aerosol generating device, the aerosol generating device further includes a support frame, which is disposed inside the housing, the control board is fixed to the support frame, and the connector is snapped into the support frame.

[0017] As an alternative to an aerosol generating device, the connector includes a body, on which a first elastic arm is provided for elastic deformation, and the triggering part is located on the first elastic arm.

[0018] As an alternative to an aerosol generating device, the connector includes a body on which a second elastic arm for elastic deformation is provided. The second elastic arm is a cantilever structure with a free end, and the protrusion is provided at the free end.

[0019] As an alternative to the aerosol generating device, the plurality of protrusions are located near the edge of the button and are distributed circumferentially around the trigger portion.

[0020] Beneficial effects:

[0021] In this invention, the connector is disposed inside the housing. A trigger portion is formed on the connector relative to the switch. One end of the trigger portion is used to press the switch, and the other end is relative to the button to receive the triggering force of the button. Multiple protrusions are further provided around the trigger portion for abutting against the button. The connector not only transmits the force of the button to the switch to trigger it, but the protrusions on the connector also ensure that the pressing feedback force of the button remains consistent when pressed at different positions, such as the middle part, near the middle part, or the edge part, and that the pressing feel does not have significant differences, thus ensuring a good user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the aerosol generating device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the aerosol generating device provided in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion at point A;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the aerosol generating device with a hidden shell provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the aerosol generating device with a hidden shell and connector provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connector provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0028] In the picture:

[0029] 10. Aerosol generating device;

[0030] 1. Housing; 11. Mounting hole; 12. Light outlet;

[0031] 2. Buttons;

[0032] 3. Switch;

[0033] 4. Connector; 41. Trigger; 42. Protrusion; 43. Abutment; 44. Limiting part; 45. Guide part; 451. Constraint space; 46. Body; 47. First elastic arm; 48. Second elastic arm; 49. Snap-fit ​​part;

[0034] 5. Control panel; 51. Limiting hole;

[0035] 6. Illuminating components;

[0036] 7. Bracket. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0039] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0040] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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 utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0041] This embodiment relates to an aerosol generating device, which can be used in conjunction with an aerosol generating product. The aerosol generating product contains an aerosol generating matrix, which can generate aerosols for users to inhale after being heated.

[0042] As used herein, the term "aerosol-generating matrix" refers to a matrix capable of releasing volatile substances to form inhalable aerosols. The aerosol-generating matrix may include tobacco-containing materials containing volatile tobacco flavor compounds that are released from the substrate upon heating.

[0043] The aerosol generating device heats the aerosol-generating product, causing the aerosol generating matrix to produce volatile substances. These volatile substances combine with air flowing into the aerosol generating matrix to form an aerosol. The air flowing into the aerosol generating matrix and the aerosol generated by the aerosol generating matrix can exit from the proximal end of the aerosol generating matrix and be inhaled into the user's mouth.

[0044] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3 The aerosol generating device 10 involved in this embodiment includes a housing 1, a button 2, a switch 3, and a connector 4. The button 2 is at least partially movably connected to the housing 1; the switch 3 is disposed within the housing 1; the connector 4 is detachably disposed within the housing 1, and the connector 4 has a trigger portion 41. The button 2 is used to press the trigger portion 41, causing the trigger portion 41 to trigger the switch 3; the surface of the connector 4 near the button 2 has a protrusion 42, which abuts against the button 2.

[0045] Specifically, the overall appearance of the housing 1 can be reasonably adjusted according to the user's grip comfort and personalized functional expansion, and it usually adopts a long strip structure. The interior of the housing 1 houses multiple functional components and airflow channels for gas circulation. The housing 1 can support and position the multiple internal functional components. Mounting holes 11 are provided on the side wall of the housing 1, and the shape of the mounting holes 11 can be designed according to the user's pressing experience. Typically, the mounting holes 11 are oval or circular, but other shapes can also be designed according to the user's personalized needs.

[0046] A button 2 is installed inside the mounting hole 11. The area of ​​the operating surface of the button 2 is roughly equivalent to the area covered by the user's fingers, and is usually slightly larger than the area covered by the fingers. The size of the button 2 should not be too small, as this can easily lead to a poor user feel when pressing it. Of course, the size of the button 2 should not be too large either, as this can occupy too much space on the surface of the housing 1, crowding out the space of other components and structures on the surface of the housing 1, such as the charging port, the trigger button for opening and closing the cover, etc., and is also not conducive to sealing. In this embodiment, the curvature of the operating surface of the button 2 is basically consistent with the curvature of the transition arc surface of the outer wall of the housing 1, so that the aerosol generating device 10 presents a complete arc surface, enhancing the user's grip feel. Moreover, the operating surface of the button 2 is arched, and the operating surface of the button 2 can protrude from the outer wall of the housing 1 or be completely inserted into the mounting hole 11, which can be adjusted as needed. The side of the button 2 located inside the housing 1 has an outwardly extending annular end face, which abuts against the inner wall of the housing 1, so that the button 2 is limited in the rebound direction.

[0047] Switch 3 is a push-button switch, which uses standard components to enhance replaceability. Switch 3 can be distinguished and selected for installation according to its model.

[0048] The connector 4 is located inside the housing 1 and can be connected to the housing 1 or other components inside the housing 1. The connection methods include, but are not limited to, threaded connection and plug-in connection. A columnar trigger part 41 is formed on the connector 4 at a position relative to the switch 3. One end of the trigger part 41 is used to press the switch 3, and the other end is opposite to the button 2. At the same time, a plurality of protrusions 42 are further provided around the trigger part 41. The plurality of protrusions 42 are evenly distributed along the circumference of the trigger part 41 and are used to abut against the button 2.

[0049] In this embodiment, the connector 4 is not only used to transmit the force of the button 2 to the switch 3 for triggering the switch 3, but the protrusion 42 on the connector 4 also further ensures that the feedback force of the button 2 remains consistent when it is pressed at different positions, such as the middle part, near the middle part, or the edge part of the button 2, and the feel of pressing will not be significantly different, thus ensuring the user's experience.

[0050] Optionally, there is a gap between the button 2 and the trigger part 41, with the gap value ranging from 0 to 1 mm, or the button 2 and the trigger part 41 are interference-fitted, with the interference amount ranging from 0 to 1 mm.

[0051] In this embodiment, if there is a gap between the button 2 and the trigger part 41, the gap size ranges from 0 to 1 mm. If the button 2 and the trigger part 41 are interference-fitted, the interference amount ranges from 0 to 1 mm. Through these small gaps and small interference amounts, it can be ensured that the button 2 will not collapse under frequent pressing, thus extending its service life.

[0052] Optionally, the aerosol generating device 10 also includes a control board 5, with the switch 3 integrated into the control board 5, and the connector 4 having an abutting part 43 on the side away from the button 2, the abutting part 43 abutting against the control board 5.

[0053] In this embodiment, the control board 5 can be a conventional PCB board, used to transmit logic signals to the internal functional components, thereby controlling the functional components. Since the other hardware and software integrated on the control board 5 are unrelated to the innovation of this application, they will not be described in detail. The control board 5 is screwed inside the housing 1. The switch 3 is mounted on the control board 5. Multiple abutment portions 43 are columnar support structures protruding from the connector 4 towards the control board 5. The abutment portions 43 press against the control board 5, preventing the control board 5 from loosening and ensuring the precise position of the connector 4 relative to the control board 5, which improves assemblability.

[0054] Furthermore, the control board 5 is provided with a limiting hole 51, and the connector 4 is provided with a limiting part 44, which is inserted into the limiting hole 51.

[0055] Specifically, the control plate 5 forms a circular limiting hole 51, and a cylindrical limiting part 44 is formed at the corresponding position of the connector 4. When the connector 4 and the control plate 5 are engaged, the limiting part 44 is inserted into the limiting hole 51.

[0056] In this embodiment, the connector 4 can be smoothly installed onto the precise position on the control board 5 through the limiting part 44. Through the abutting relationship of the abutting part 43, the assembly relative to the control board 5 can be smoothly achieved. Therefore, with the joint cooperation of the trigger part 41 and the limiting part 44, the assembly efficiency of the connector 4 and the control board 5 can be improved.

[0057] Please see the appendix Figure 4 and attached Figure 5 Optionally, the control board 5 is provided with a light-emitting element 6, the housing 1 is provided with a light-emitting port 12, the connector 4 is provided with a guide part 45, the guide part 45 surrounds and forms a constraint space 451, at least part of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting element 6 is located in the constraint space 451, the constraint space 451 is used to restrict the light emitted by the light-emitting element 6 to propagate inside the constraint space 451 and to the light-emitting port 12.

[0058] Specifically, the light-emitting element 6 can be an LED indicator light integrated on the control board 5. The light outlet 12 allows light from the light-emitting element 6 to pass through and be observed by the user, allowing the user to observe specific light or specific dynamic light, thereby identifying the specific state of the aerosol generating device 10. For example, a continuously flashing red light can indicate to the user that the aerosol generating device 10 is out of power and needs to be recharged. A cylindrical guide portion 45 is provided on the connector 4 corresponding to the position of the light-emitting element 6. The inner cavity of the guide portion 45 forms a cylindrical constraint space 451. The guide portion 45 is fitted onto the light-emitting element 6, thereby confining the light generated by the light-emitting element 6 within the constraint space 451 and allowing it to propagate outward to the light outlet 12.

[0059] In this embodiment, the constraint space 451 can prevent light from scattering into the interior of the housing 1 and causing light leakage, ensuring the intensity of light that the user's eyes can receive and preventing energy loss.

[0060] Furthermore, the guide section 45 abuts against the control panel 5.

[0061] In this embodiment, the end of the guide portion 45 abuts against the control plate 5. The guide portion 45 can further enhance the support strength of the connector 4 and ensure the stability of the connector 4.

[0062] Optionally, the aerosol generating device 10 also includes a bracket 7, which is located inside the housing 1. The control board 5 is fixed to the bracket 7, and the connector 4 is snapped into the bracket 7.

[0063] In this embodiment, the bracket 7 is used to position and support the control plate 5. The control plate 5 is fixed to the bracket 7 with threaded fasteners, and the connector 4 is further engaged with the bracket 7 to prevent the connector 4 from loosening. A snap-fit ​​portion 49 is formed on the connector 4 facing the bracket 7. The snap-fit ​​portion 49 is an L-shaped buckle, and it snaps into the bracket 7 from the edge of the control plate 5 or across the clearance groove of the control plate 5, passing over the snap-fit ​​portion 49 or the groove formed on the bracket 7.

[0064] Please see the appendix Figure 6 Optionally, the connector 4 includes a body 46, on which a first elastic arm 47 for elastic deformation is provided, and a trigger part 41 is provided on the first elastic arm 47.

[0065] In this embodiment, the connector 4 can be entirely elastic or partially elastic. The body 46 forms a hollow area, within which there is a first elastic arm 47 extending in a curve. In this embodiment, the first elastic arm 47 is S-shaped. A trigger part 41 is provided at the middle position of the first elastic arm 47. The trigger part 41 can form an integral structure with the body 46 and the first elastic arm 47; the trigger part 41 can also be fixed to the first elastic arm 47 by means of adhesive or snap-fit, while the body 46 and the first elastic arm 47 form an integral structure. When the button 2 presses the trigger part 41, the trigger part 41 moves and resets through the elastic deformation of the first elastic arm 47.

[0066] Furthermore, the main body 46 is provided with a second elastic arm 48 for elastic deformation. The second elastic arm 48 is a cantilever structure with a free end, and a protrusion 42 is provided at the free end.

[0067] In this embodiment, within the hollowed-out area, a plurality of second elastic arms 48 are further provided around the trigger portion 41. The second elastic arms 48 also extend along a curve and are cantilever structures. Protrusions 42 are provided at the ends of the second elastic arms 48, i.e., the free ends. Specifically, this embodiment provides four second elastic arms 48 to accommodate four protrusions 42.

[0068] By arranging the first elastic arm 47 and the second elastic arm 48 on the hollow area of ​​the connector 4, the elasticity of the connector 4 itself can be used to realize the movement and reset of the trigger part 41 and the protrusion 42. There is no need to add other elastic structures or elastic parts, making the overall structure compact and reducing costs.

[0069] The assembly steps of this aerosol generating device 10 include: first, assembling the button 2 onto the housing 1, that is, assembling the button 2 into the mounting hole 11; then, screwing the control board 5 onto the bracket 7, inserting the limiting part 44 of the connector 4 into the limiting hole 51, and simultaneously making the abutting part 43 abut against the control board 5, at which time the guiding part 45 is sleeved on the light-emitting part 6, and the connector 4 and the bracket 7 are snapped together; then, the bracket 7, the control board 5 and the connector 4 are assembled together into the housing 1.

[0070] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. An aerosol-generating device, characterised in that, include: case; The button is at least partially movably connected to the housing; The switch is located inside the housing; A connector is detachably disposed within the housing. The connector is provided with a trigger portion. The button is used to press the trigger portion to trigger the switch. The surface of the connector near the button has a protrusion that abuts against the button.

2. The aerosol-generating device of claim 1, wherein, There is a gap between the button and the trigger part, with the gap value ranging from 0 to 1 mm, or the button and the trigger part are interference-fitted, with the interference amount ranging from 0 to 1 mm.

3. The aerosol-generating device of claim 1, wherein, The aerosol generating device also includes a control board, the switch is integrated into the control board, and the connector has an abutment part on the side away from the button, the abutment part abutting against the control board.

4. The aerosol-generating device of claim 3, wherein, The control board is provided with a limiting hole, and the connector is provided with a limiting part, which is inserted into the limiting hole.

5. The aerosol-generating device of claim 3, wherein, The control board is provided with a light-emitting element, the housing is provided with a light-emitting port, the connector is provided with a guide part, the guide part surrounds and forms a constraint space, at least part of the light-emitting element is located in the constraint space, the constraint space is used to restrict the light emitted by the light-emitting element to propagate within the constraint space and to the light-emitting port.

6. The aerosol-generating device of claim 5, wherein, The guide section abuts against the control panel.

7. The aerosol-generating device of claim 3, wherein, The aerosol generating device also includes a bracket, which is disposed inside the housing. The control board is fixed to the bracket, and the connector is snapped into the bracket.

8. The aerosol-generating device of any of claims 1-7, wherein, The connector includes a body, on which a first elastic arm for elastic deformation is provided, and the triggering part is provided on the first elastic arm.

9. The aerosol-generating device of any of claims 1-7, wherein, The connector includes a body, on which a second elastic arm for elastic deformation is provided. The second elastic arm is a cantilever structure with a free end, and the protrusion is provided at the free end.

10. The aerosol-generating device of any of claims 1-7, wherein, The multiple protrusions are located near the edge of the button and are distributed around the trigger portion in a circumferential manner.

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