Liquid storage mechanism, atomization assembly and electronic atomization device

Abstract

This application provides a liquid storage mechanism, an atomizing component, and an electronic atomizing device. The liquid storage mechanism includes: an upper shell; and a lower shell connected to the upper shell, the lower shell and the upper shell together forming a first liquid storage cavity for storing a liquid matrix. The atomizing mechanism includes: a second shell, the second shell having a second liquid storage cavity for storing a liquid matrix, and the second shell also having an interface fluidly communicating with the second liquid storage cavity; and an atomizing core disposed in the second shell and fluidly communicating with the second liquid storage cavity. When the atomizing mechanism is connected to the liquid storage mechanism, a connecting channel for connecting the first liquid storage cavity and the second liquid storage cavity can be established. The upper shell can move from a first position to a second position relative to the lower shell, thereby compressing the space of the first liquid storage cavity. These features enable the liquid matrix to be quickly guided to the atomizing core, reducing user waiting time, ensuring the user can inhale the desired flavor, and improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic atomization technology, and in particular to a liquid storage mechanism, an atomizing component, and an electronic atomization device. Background Technology

[0002] An electronic atomizing device is an electronic product that generates an aerosol by atomizing a liquid matrix for users to inhale. It generally consists of two parts: an atomizer and a power supply component. The atomizer contains a liquid storage chamber for storing the liquid matrix and an atomizing core for atomizing the liquid matrix. The power supply component includes a power supply and a circuit board.

[0003] Existing electronic atomizing devices typically transport the liquid reservoir and the atomizer core separately, with the atomizer core containing no liquid matrix. Before use, the user must assemble the reservoir and core, and only after the liquid matrix in the reservoir has been fully absorbed by the core can they inhale. Inhaling before this is done will only produce a burnt or other unpleasant-smelling aerosol. This design results in excessively long waiting times, negatively impacting the user experience.

[0004] Another type of electronic atomizing device typically has a spare reservoir. Generally, the liquid matrix stored in the spare reservoir is different from that in the atomizer's main reservoir. When using it, the spare reservoir is inserted into the atomizer, and the user has to wait a while before they can inhale different flavored aerosols; before that, they can only inhale a single flavor. The problem with this is that the waiting time for users to inhale different flavored aerosols is too long, reducing the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application aims to provide a liquid storage mechanism, an atomizing component, and an electronic atomizing device to reduce user waiting time, ensure that users can vape the desired flavor, and improve the user experience.

[0006] This application provides an atomizing component, including a liquid storage mechanism and an atomizing mechanism independent of the liquid storage mechanism; The liquid storage mechanism includes: Top shell; The lower shell is connected to the upper shell, and the lower shell and the upper shell together form a first liquid storage cavity for storing a liquid matrix; The atomizing mechanism includes: The second housing has a second liquid storage chamber for storing a liquid matrix, and the second housing is also provided with an interface that is in fluid communication with the second liquid storage chamber. An atomizing core is disposed in the second housing and in fluid communication with the second liquid storage chamber. The atomizing core is used to atomize a liquid matrix to generate an aerosol. When the atomizing mechanism is connected to the liquid storage mechanism, a connecting channel for connecting the first liquid storage chamber and the second liquid storage chamber can be established between the first liquid storage chamber and the second liquid storage chamber. The upper shell can move from a first position to a second position relative to the lower shell, thereby compressing the space of the first liquid storage cavity.

[0007] This application also provides an electronic atomizing device, including a power supply component and the atomizing component.

[0008] This application also provides a liquid storage mechanism for an electronic atomizing device, comprising: Top shell; The lower shell is connected to the upper shell, and the lower shell and the upper shell together form a first liquid storage cavity for storing a liquid matrix; the lower shell is also provided with a liquid outlet; The upper shell is movable from a first position to a second position relative to the lower shell, thereby compressing the space of the first liquid storage cavity and promoting the outflow of the liquid matrix stored in the first liquid storage cavity through the liquid outlet.

[0009] The above-mentioned liquid storage mechanism, atomizing component, and electronic atomizing device move from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell, thereby compressing the space of the first liquid storage chamber. This allows the liquid matrix stored in the first liquid storage chamber to flow to the second liquid storage chamber through the connecting channel. In this way, the liquid matrix can be quickly guided to the atomizing core, reducing the user's waiting time, ensuring that the user can get the desired flavor, and improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0010] 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.

[0011] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the electronic atomizing device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the electronic atomizing device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the atomizing component provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 This is another exploded view of the atomizing component provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the atomizing component provided in the embodiments of this application in its pre-installed state; Figure 6This is a cross-sectional view of the atomizing component provided in the embodiment of this application in its use state; Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the atomizing component provided in this application embodiment when the upper shell is not moving relative to the lower shell; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing element provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram from another perspective of the sealing element provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the power supply assembly provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0012] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. When an element is described as being "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. The terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," and similar expressions used in this specification are for illustrative purposes only.

[0013] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of this application. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0014] One embodiment of this application provides an electronic atomizing device, which can be found in [reference needed]. Figure 1 As shown, the device includes an atomizing component 10 that stores a liquid matrix and atomizes it to generate an aerosol, and a power supply component 20 that supplies power to the atomizing component 10. The atomizing component 10 and the power supply component 20 are detachably connected.

[0015] It is understandable that in other examples, it is also feasible for the atomizing component 10 and the power supply component 20 to be non-detachably connected, i.e., formed as a single unit.

[0016] like Figures 2-10 As shown, an embodiment of this application provides an atomizing component 10 including a liquid storage mechanism 120 and an atomizing mechanism 140.

[0017] The liquid storage mechanism 120 includes a first housing 130, which may be composed of multiple components, such as an upper housing 121 and a lower housing 122, with the lower housing 122 connected to the upper housing 121. In some examples, the lower housing 122 is at least partially located within the upper housing 121, specifically with the upper end of the lower housing 122 (i.e., the end furthest from the lower housing 122) extending into the upper housing 121, and the lower end of the lower housing 122 (i.e., the end closest to the lower housing 122) located outside the upper housing 121. In other examples, the upper housing 121 is at least partially located within the lower housing 122, specifically with the upper end of the upper housing 121 located outside the lower housing 122, and the lower end of the upper housing 121 extending into the lower housing 122.

[0018] A first liquid storage cavity 123 for storing a liquid matrix is ​​formed within the first housing 130. In a specific implementation, the first liquid storage cavity 123 can be formed by an upper housing 121 and a lower housing 122, that is, the upper housing 121 and the lower housing 122 define the boundary of the first liquid storage cavity 123.

[0019] In some examples, the inner wall of the upper shell 121 has a baffle 121a extending toward the lower shell 122, and the upper end of the lower shell 122 is sandwiched between the baffle 121a and the inner wall of the upper shell 121, so that the inner wall of the upper shell 121, the baffle 121a and the inner wall of the lower shell 122 together define the boundary of the first liquid storage cavity 123.

[0020] In a further embodiment, a seal 124 is also provided within the first housing 130. At least a portion of the seal 124 is sandwiched between the upper housing 121 and the lower housing 122, for example, between the inner sidewall of the upper housing 121 and the outer sidewall of the lower housing 122, thereby reducing the risk of leakage of the liquid matrix from the gap between the upper housing 121 and the lower housing 122. In a preferred embodiment, the seal 124 is a sealing ring, and a groove is provided on the outer sidewall of the lower housing 122, with the sealing ring disposed in the groove. In some examples, it is also feasible for at least a portion of the seal 124 to be sandwiched between the baffle 121a and the lower housing 122. It should be noted that in actual design, the interference of the seal 124 is between 0.15mm and 0.3mm, for example, 0.2mm.

[0021] Generally, the volume of the liquid matrix stored in the first reservoir 123 is between 0.1 ml and 10 ml, for example, 0.1 ml, 0.2 ml, 0.4 ml, 0.5 ml, 0.8 ml, 1 ml, 1.5 ml, 2 ml, 3 ml, 4 ml, 5 ml, 6 ml, 8 ml, 10 ml, etc. The liquid matrix can be a liquid containing tobacco substances including volatile tobacco aroma components, or a liquid containing non-tobacco substances. For example, the liquid matrix may include water, solvents, ethanol, plant extracts, flavorings, fragrances, or vitamin mixtures. Flavorings may include menthol, peppermint, spearmint oil, various fruit flavoring components, etc., but are not limited to these. Fragrances may include ingredients capable of providing the user with a variety of aromas or flavors. Vitamin mixtures may be substances containing at least one of vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, and vitamin E, but are not limited to these. Additionally, the liquid matrix may include aerosol forming agents such as glycerin and propylene glycol.

[0022] In one example, the upper end of the first housing 130, such as the upper housing 121, is provided with a mouthpiece 125 for the user to inhale the aerosol generated by atomization. The mouthpiece 125 can be integrally formed with the first housing 130, for example, formed from part of the upper housing 121; or the mouthpiece 125 and the first housing 130 can be formed separately.

[0023] In one example, the first housing 130, for example, the upper housing 121, also includes a transfer tube 126. The transfer tube 126 can be integrally formed with the first housing 130, for example, disposed within the upper housing 121 and molded together with it; alternatively, the transfer tube 126 and the first housing 130 can be formed separately. One end of the transfer tube 126 is in fluid communication with the suction nozzle 125, and the other end of the transfer tube 126 is inserted into a through hole 122a on the lower housing 122, i.e., the through hole 122a is fitted onto the transfer tube 126 and communicates with the outside of the lower housing 122. In a further embodiment, the first housing 130 also includes a seal 127, which is at least partially sandwiched between the outer wall of the transfer tube 126 and the inner wall of the through hole 122a, thereby reducing the risk of liquid matrix leakage from the gap between the outer wall of the transfer tube 126 and the inner wall of the through hole 122a.

[0024] In one example, the first housing 130, such as the lower housing 122, is further provided with a connector 122b. The connector 122b has a liquid channel 122b1, and one end of the connector 122b is provided with a liquid inlet 122b2 for fluid communication with the first liquid storage chamber 123. The other end of the connector 122b protrudes from the bottom surface of the lower housing 122 or extends away from the first liquid storage chamber 123 or toward the atomizing mechanism 140. A liquid outlet 122b3 is provided on the side wall of the connector 122b near the other end for fluid communication with the first housing 130. In a preferred embodiment, the lower housing 122 is provided with two connectors 122b, which are arranged on both sides of the through hole 122a. It should be noted that the number of connectors 122b is not limited to two.

[0025] In one example, the inner wall of the first housing 130, such as the lower housing 122, also has a third holding portion 122c, a fourth holding portion 122d, and a fifth holding portion 122e, which are spaced apart along the longitudinal direction. The third holding portion 122c, the fourth holding portion 122d, and the fifth holding portion 122e can be a snap-fit ​​groove or a snap-fit ​​hole. Preferably, the third holding portion 122c, the fourth holding portion 122d, and the fifth holding portion 122e are all snap-fit ​​grooves. The longitudinal extension length of the third holding portion 122c is longer than that of the other holding portions. The third holding portion 122c, the fourth holding portion 122d, and the fifth holding portion 122e are arranged at intervals along the longitudinal direction of the lower housing 122, with the fourth holding portion 122d located between the third holding portion 122c and the fifth holding portion 122e. The third holding portion 122c is located closer to the atomizing mechanism 140 than the other holding portions.

[0026] The atomizing mechanism 140 includes a second housing 150, which may be composed of multiple components, such as a main housing 141 and a base 142 disposed at the bottom of the main housing 141. The main housing 141 and the base 142 may be connected by, but not limited to, a snap-fit ​​method.

[0027] A second liquid storage chamber 143 for storing a liquid matrix is ​​formed within the second housing 150. In a specific embodiment, the second liquid storage chamber 143 can be formed by the main housing 141 and the base 142. In a further embodiment, a sealing element 144 is also provided within the second housing 150, with at least a portion of the sealing element 144 sandwiched between the main housing 141 and the base 142, thereby sealing the second liquid storage chamber 143 and reducing the risk of leakage of the liquid matrix from the gap between the main housing 141 and the base 142.

[0028] Generally, the volume of the liquid matrix stored in the second reservoir 143 is between 0.1 ml and 2 ml, for example, 0.1 ml, 0.2 ml, 0.4 ml, 0.5 ml, 0.8 ml, 1 ml, 1.5 ml, 2 ml, etc. Similarly, the liquid matrix can be a liquid containing tobacco substances including volatile tobacco aroma components, or a liquid containing non-tobacco substances. For example, the liquid matrix may include water, solvents, ethanol, plant extracts, flavorings, fragrances, or vitamin mixtures. Flavorings may include menthol, peppermint, spearmint oil, various fruit flavoring components, etc., but are not limited to these. Fragrances may include ingredients capable of providing the user with a variety of aromas or flavors. Vitamin mixtures may be substances containing at least one of vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, and vitamin E, but are not limited to these. Additionally, the liquid matrix may include aerosol forming agents such as glycerin and propylene glycol.

[0029] It should be noted that the liquid matrix stored in the second reservoir 143 may have different or the same composition or properties as the liquid matrix stored in the first reservoir 123. For example, in some examples, the liquid matrix stored in the second reservoir 143 may have different compositions or concentrations than the liquid matrix stored in the first reservoir 123. In other examples, the liquid matrix stored in the second reservoir 143 may have the exact same composition as the liquid matrix stored in the first reservoir 123. In still other examples, the liquid matrix stored in the second reservoir 143 may be part of a liquid formulation, while the liquid matrix stored in the first reservoir 123 may be another part of the same liquid formulation. In yet another example, the liquid matrix stored in the first reservoir 123 may be introduced into the second reservoir 143 as a supplementary source to the liquid matrix stored in the second reservoir 143, thereby increasing the number of puffs in the electronic atomizing device.

[0030] In a further embodiment, the second liquid storage chamber 143 is also provided with a liquid storage medium 145, which may be made of fibrous or porous material. The second liquid storage chamber 143 may be filled with fiber cotton. The liquid storage medium 145 is used to adsorb and retain the liquid matrix and supply the liquid matrix to the atomizing core 146. After liquid injection, when the liquid storage medium 145 reaches saturation, the content of the liquid matrix in the liquid storage medium 145 is between 0.1 ml and 2 ml, for example, 0.5 ml, 0.8 ml, 1 ml, 1.5 ml, or 2 ml, etc. There is a certain space between the upper end face of the liquid storage medium 145 and the top of the second liquid storage chamber 143, which is occupied by air.

[0031] The second housing 150 also contains an atomizing core 146, which is used to atomize the liquid matrix to generate an aerosol.

[0032] In one example, the atomizing core 146 includes a liquid delivery unit and a heating element.

[0033] The liquid transfer unit can transfer the liquid matrix in the second liquid storage chamber 143 to the heating element. For example, the liquid transfer unit can be a porous material such as cotton fiber, ceramic fiber, glass fiber, or porous ceramic or porous glass, but is not limited thereto. The liquid transfer unit can be constructed into a tubular structure, a plate structure, or other regular or irregular shapes.

[0034] The heating element is used to heat an atomized liquid matrix to generate an aerosol. The heating element can be a metal wire, conductive trace, metal plate, ceramic heater, etc., but is not limited to these. Alternatively, the heating element can be constructed from a conductive heating wire such as nickel-chromium wire. The heating element can be made of a material with suitable temperature coefficient of resistance characteristics, such as stainless steel 316, titanium, nickel, nickel-chromium alloys, etc. The heating element can be configured as a structure wound around a liquid transfer unit. The heating element can be heated by an electric current supply and transfers heat to the liquid matrix in contact with the heating element to heat the liquid matrix, thereby generating an aerosol.

[0035] It should be noted that the atomizing core 146 is not limited to the embodiments described above. In other examples, the heating element may also be a sensor that can be penetrated by a changing magnetic field to generate heat, or an infrared heater that radiates infrared rays. In another example, an ultrasonic atomizer may be used instead.

[0036] In one example, the main housing 141 has a through hole 141a, the base 142 has a through hole 142a, and the second housing 150 also has a connecting pipe 147. One end of the connecting pipe 147 is in fluid communication with the through hole 141a, for example, one end of the connecting pipe 147 is inserted into the through hole 141a to achieve fluid communication with the through hole 141a; the other end of the connecting pipe 147 is in fluid communication with the through hole 142a, for example, the other end of the connecting pipe 147 is inserted into the through hole 144a of the seal 144, and is in fluid communication with the through hole 142a through the through hole 144a. The atomizing core 146 is disposed in the connecting pipe 147 and is in fluid communication with the second liquid storage chamber 143 through the liquid passage hole 147a on the connecting pipe 147.

[0037] In the above example, external air can flow in through through hole 142a, and after passing through through hole 144a, it turns and flows into the connecting pipe 147, mixes with the aerosol generated by the atomizing core 146, and then flows out through hole 141a. That is, through hole 142a defines the air inlet of the atomizing mechanism 140, through hole 141a defines the air outlet of the atomizing mechanism 140, and through hole 142a, through hole 144a, connecting pipe 147, and through hole 141a together define the airflow channel of the atomizing mechanism 140 (as shown in S2 in the figure).

[0038] In one example, the second housing 150, such as the main housing 141, is provided with a connector 141b. One end of the connector 141b is in fluid communication with the second liquid storage chamber 143, and the other end of the connector 141b is in fluid communication with the outside of the atomizing mechanism 140. The number of connectors 141b is the same as the number of connectors 122b. In the example shown in the figure, there are two connectors 141b, which are arranged on both sides of the through hole 141a.

[0039] In one example, the second housing 150, such as the main housing 141, is also provided with a seal 148. The seal 148 is disposed on the top of the main housing 141. In a preferred embodiment, the top of the main housing 141 is provided with a recess in which the seal 148 is at least partially received. The seal 148 is at least partially positioned in the insertion interface 141b.

[0040] Specifically, the sealing element 148 includes a body 148a, and sealing holes 148b and 148c formed on the body 148a, both of which penetrate the upper and lower surfaces of the body 148a. The end of the sealing hole 148b near the first liquid storage cavity 123 is substantially flush with the upper surface of the body 148a, while the other end 127b1 of the sealing hole 148b away from the first liquid storage cavity 123 protrudes from the lower surface of the body 148a, and extends into the insertion interface 141b. A through hole 141a is embedded in the sealing hole 148c, and the end of the through hole 141a near the first liquid storage cavity 123 protrudes from the upper surface of the body 148a.

[0041] The number of sealing holes 148b is the same as the number of connectors 122b; for example, two sealing holes 148b are distributed on both sides of sealing hole 148c. Sealing hole 148c, through hole 122a, and transmission pipe 126 are arranged coaxially.

[0042] In one example, a protrusion 148a1 is provided on the outer side wall of the body 148a. The protrusion 148a1 can extend along the circumferential direction of the body 148a, for example, forming a raised ring. When the seal 148 is disposed in the groove received in the top of the main housing 141, the protrusion 148a1 abuts against the inner side wall of the groove in the top of the main housing 141, thereby forming an interference fit between the seal 148 and the main housing 141, ensuring that the seal 148 is retained in the groove in the top of the main housing 141.

[0043] In one example, the second housing 150, such as the main housing 141, also has a second positioning portion 141c and a third positioning portion 141d spaced apart in the longitudinal direction. The third positioning portion 141d is located closer to the liquid storage mechanism 120 than the second positioning portion 141c, and both the second positioning portion 141c and the second positioning portion 141d include protrusions.

[0044] In the above example, the second housing 150 is independent of the first housing 130, or the atomizing mechanism 140 is independent of the liquid storage mechanism 120. The atomizing mechanism 140 can be movably connected to the liquid storage mechanism 120, and the connection states of the two include a pre-installed state and a used state. Generally, the pre-installed state refers to the state in which the liquid storage mechanism 120 and the atomizing mechanism 140 are assembled together when the atomizing mechanism 140 is manufactured, packaged, transported, or unused.

[0045] refer to Figure 5 To understand this, in the pre-installed state, the second positioning part 141c is in the third holding part 122c, and the third positioning part 141d is in the fourth holding part 122d, thereby keeping the liquid storage mechanism 120 on the atomizing mechanism 140.

[0046] In the pre-installed state, the connector 122b is inserted into the socket 141b, and the other end of the connector 122b extends into the socket 141b. At this time, the liquid outlet 122b3 of the connector 122b is blocked by the inner wall of the sealing hole 148b, thereby preventing the liquid matrix in the first liquid storage chamber 123 from flowing out of the liquid outlet 122b3 of the connector 122b, and preventing the liquid matrix in the first liquid storage chamber 123 from flowing into the second liquid storage chamber 143, so that the first liquid storage chamber 123 and the second liquid storage chamber 143 are not connected.

[0047] In the pre-installed state, the first liquid storage chamber 123 of the liquid storage mechanism 120 stores the liquid matrix, while the second liquid storage chamber 143 of the atomizing mechanism 140 may or may not store the liquid matrix. Generally, in the pre-installed state, the second liquid storage chamber 143 of the atomizing mechanism 140 does not store the liquid matrix to facilitate product transportation and reduce the risk of liquid matrix leakage.

[0048] refer to Figure 6 To understand this, in the pre-installed state, the atomizing mechanism 140 can move relative to the liquid storage mechanism 120 towards the first liquid storage chamber 123, thereby switching the atomizing assembly 10 to the usage state. The movement distance of the atomizing mechanism 140 relative to the liquid storage mechanism 120 is the longitudinal length between the fourth holding part 122d and the fifth holding part 122e, which is approximately 2mm to 4mm, such as 2.5mm, 3mm, etc.

[0049] When the atomizing component 10 is in use, the second positioning part 141c is still in the third holding part 122c, while the third positioning part 141d disengages from the fourth holding part 122d and enters the fifth holding part 122e.

[0050] When the atomizing assembly 10 is in use, the other end of the connector 122b continues to extend toward the second liquid storage chamber 143. At this time, the liquid outlet 122b3 of the connector 122b is not blocked by the inner wall of the sealing hole 148b or the inner wall of the insertion interface 141b. The liquid matrix in the first liquid storage chamber 123 can flow out from the liquid outlet 122b3 of the connector 122b and flow into the second liquid storage chamber 143 along the gap between the outer wall of the connector 122b and the inner wall of the insertion interface 141b, so that the first liquid storage chamber 123 and the second liquid storage chamber 143 are connected.

[0051] In use, the atomizing assembly 10 establishes a connecting channel between the first liquid storage chamber 123 and the second liquid storage chamber 143 (as shown in S1 in the figure). In the example shown, the connecting channel is mainly defined by the liquid channel 122b1. Thus, the liquid matrix stored in the first liquid storage chamber 123 flows into the second liquid storage chamber 143 through the connecting channel S1, and then flows into the atomizing core 146.

[0052] As can be seen from the figure, when the atomizing component 10 is in use, the other end of the connector 122b is still in the insertion interface 141b. The other end of the connector 122b is the end face near the upper end of the liquid storage medium 145 and is not inserted into the liquid storage medium 145. In this way, when the liquid matrix stored in the first liquid storage chamber 123 flows into the second liquid storage chamber 143 through the connecting channel S1, it is first absorbed by the liquid storage medium 145 and then absorbed by the atomizing core 146, thereby avoiding excessive or rapid transfer of liquid matrix to the atomizing core 146.

[0053] It should be noted that the aforementioned third retaining part 122c, fourth retaining part 122d, and fifth retaining part 122e are not limited to the case of a snap-fit ​​groove, and the second positioning part 141c and third positioning part 141d are not limited to the case of a protrusion. In some examples, the third retaining part 122c, fourth retaining part 122d, and fifth retaining part 122e are all protrusions, while the second positioning part 141c and third positioning part 141d are all snap-fit ​​grooves or snap-fit ​​holes, which is also feasible. In other examples, the aforementioned retaining parts and positioning parts can also be positioned by a recess or countersunk hole and a raised dot, or by an elastic pin and a pin hole, or by an elastic gripper and a gripper structure, or by magnetic attraction, or by a dual positioning design of a slot and magnetic attraction.

[0054] It should also be noted that it is also feasible to have the aforementioned connector 122b located on the second housing 150 and the insertion interface 141b located on the first housing 130.

[0055] See again Figures 5-6To understand, in its pre-installed state, the air outlet formed by the through hole 141a is fluidly connected to the through hole 122a and spaced apart from the transmission tube 126. In use, the through holes 141a and 122a are connected (e.g., through holes 141a abutting, inserting, embedding, etc.), and the through hole 141a is also connected to the transmission tube 126 (e.g., through holes 141a abutting, inserting, embedding, etc.). This connects the airflow channel in the liquid storage mechanism 120 with the airflow channel in the atomizing mechanism 140, allowing external air to flow from the mouthpiece 125 into the user's mouth through the connected airflow channel (see S2 in the figure).

[0056] refer to Figures 6-7 To understand, Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the atomizing assembly 10 is shown with the upper shell 121 moving relative to the lower shell 122. Figure 7 A cross-sectional view of the atomizing assembly 10 is shown when the upper shell 121 is not moving relative to the lower shell 122.

[0057] In some examples, the upper shell 121 is configured to be movable relative to the lower shell 122, for example, the upper shell 121 is movable relative to the lower shell 122 toward the atomizing mechanism 140 or the lower shell 122 is movable relative to the upper shell 121 toward the first liquid storage chamber 123. From the first position (e.g.) relative to the lower shell 122, the upper shell 121 is in a position relative to the lower shell 122. Figure 7 The position shown) moves to the second position (e.g.) Figure 6 When the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122, the space of the first liquid storage chamber 123 can be compressed, that is, the volume of the first liquid storage chamber 123 is reduced, so that the liquid matrix stored in the first liquid storage chamber 123 can quickly flow to the second liquid storage chamber 143 through the connecting channel S1, reducing the user's waiting time, ensuring that the user can draw the desired taste, and improving the user experience. It should be noted that when the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122, the sealing member 124 can also move relative to the upper shell 121 due to the structure of the sealing member 124.

[0058] In some examples, the inner wall of the upper shell 121 also has a first retaining portion 121b and a second retaining portion 121c spaced apart along the longitudinal direction, and the outer wall of the lower shell 122 also has a first positioning portion 122f. Similar to the aforementioned retaining portion and positioning portion, the positioning between the first retaining portion 121b or the second retaining portion 121c and the first positioning portion 122f can be achieved by a snap-fit ​​groove (or snap-fit ​​hole) and a protrusion, or by a recess or countersunk hole and a protruding dot, or by an elastic pin and a pin hole, or by an elastic gripper and a gripper structure, or by magnetic attraction, or by a dual positioning design of a slot and magnetic attraction. In the example shown in the figure, both the first retaining part 121b and the second retaining part 121c are snap-fit ​​grooves, while the first positioning part 122f is a protrusion, thereby achieving snap-fit ​​positioning. Generally, the engagement amount between the first retaining part 121b and the first positioning part 122f is between 0.3mm and 0.5mm, and the engagement amount between the second retaining part 121c and the first positioning part 122f is between 0.3mm and 0.5mm, such as 0.35mm, 0.4mm, 0.45mm, etc.

[0059] In the first position, the first positioning part 122f is in the first holding part 121b; in the second position, the first positioning part 122f is in the second holding part 121c, that is, the first positioning part 122f disengages from the first holding part 121b and enters the second holding part 121c.

[0060] In actual operation, the user can pinch the atomizing mechanism 140 and then press the upper shell 121, such as pressing the mouthpiece 125, so that the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122.

[0061] In some examples, the distance that the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122 is the distance between the first holding part 121b and the second holding part 121c, which is generally between 1.5mm and 3mm, such as 2mm, 2.3mm, 2.5mm, 2.8mm, etc.

[0062] It should be noted that it is also feasible to have the first holding part 121b and the second holding part 121c disposed on the lower shell 122, while the first positioning part 122f is disposed on the upper shell 121.

[0063] In some examples, the outer wall of the lower shell 122 also has a flange 122g, which abuts against the flange 122g when the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122. This ensures that the upper shell 121 remains in the second position and allows the user to operate the shell in the correct position during actual operation.

[0064] In relation to the movement of the upper shell 121 relative to the lower shell 122, and the movement of the atomizing mechanism 140 relative to the liquid storage mechanism 120, when the user presses the upper shell 121, for example, by pressing the mouthpiece 125, the upper shell 121 can first move from a first position to a second position relative to the lower shell 122. When the mouthpiece 125 is pressed further, the upper shell 121 can push the lower shell 122 to move together relative to the atomizing mechanism 140, thereby establishing a connecting channel between the first liquid storage chamber 123 and the second liquid storage chamber 143. This allows the liquid matrix stored in the first liquid storage chamber 123 to flow quickly to the second liquid storage chamber 143 through the connecting channel S1, reducing the user's waiting time, ensuring that the user can get the desired taste, and improving the user experience.

[0065] In the example shown in the figure, since the upper end of the lower shell 122 is sandwiched between the baffle 121a and the inner wall of the upper shell 121, when the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122, the upper end of the lower shell 122 can move between the baffle 121a and the inner wall of the upper shell 121. Combined with the design of the seal 124, the risk of liquid matrix leakage can be reduced.

[0066] It should be noted that in some examples, after the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122, the upper shell 121 can be positioned at the second position and thus no longer move relative to the lower shell 122. In other examples, after the upper shell 121 moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell 122, the upper shell 121 can then move back from the second position to the first position relative to the lower shell 122, thereby achieving repeated movement.

[0067] like Figure 10 As shown, the power supply assembly 20 includes a receiving cavity 22 disposed within the housing 21, extending along its length, for receiving and accommodating at least a portion of the atomizing assembly 10, and an electrical contact 23 at least partially exposed within the receiving cavity 22. This contact 23 is used to form an electrical connection with the atomizing assembly 10, thereby supplying power to the atomizing assembly 10, when at least a portion of the atomizing assembly 10 is received or accommodated within the power supply assembly 20. An electrical contact 11 is provided on the end of the atomizing assembly 10 opposite to the power supply assembly 20 along its length. When at least a portion of the atomizing assembly 10 is received within the receiving cavity 22, the electrical contact 11 contacts and abuts against the electrical contact 23, thereby forming an electrical connection.

[0068] The power supply assembly 20 is provided with a seal 24 and a bracket 25, which divide at least a portion of the internal space of the power supply assembly 20 to form the receiving cavity 22. The seal 24 is configured to extend in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the power supply assembly 20, and is preferably made of a flexible material such as silicone, thereby preventing the liquid matrix that seeps from the atomizing component 10 into the receiving cavity 22 from flowing into the circuit 27, sensor 28 and other components inside the power supply assembly 20.

[0069] The power supply assembly 20 also includes a battery cell 26 and a circuit 27 located at the end opposite to the receiving cavity 22 along its length direction for power supply. The battery cell 26 and the circuit 27 are arranged along the width direction of the power supply assembly 20. The circuit 27 operatively guides current between the battery cell 26 and the electrical contact 23. In use, the power supply assembly 20 includes a sensor 28 for sensing the suction airflow generated when the atomizing assembly 10 is inhaled, thereby enabling the circuit 27 to control the battery cell 26 to supply power to the atomizing assembly 10 based on the detection signal from the sensor 28.

[0070] Specifically, the housing 21 has an air inlet 21a, and the housing 21 has an air outlet 21b that is in fluid communication with the receiving cavity 22. An airflow channel S3 extends from the air inlet 21a to the air outlet 21b. The airflow channel S3 is an independent airflow channel, and the battery cell 26 and the circuit 27 are located on both sides of the airflow channel S3. In a specific implementation, the airflow channel S3 can be defined by the bracket 25. The sensor 28 is in fluid communication with the airflow channel S3 through the airflow hole 25a on the bracket 25.

[0071] When at least a portion of the atomizing assembly 10 is received or housed within the power supply assembly 20, the air outlet 21b is in fluid communication with the through hole 142a on the base 142, thereby enabling fluid communication between the airflow channel S3 and the airflow channel S2. During use, the sensor 28 senses changes in airflow in the airflow channel S3 through the airflow hole 25a, thereby enabling the circuit 27 to control the battery cell 26 to supply power to the atomizing assembly 10 based on the detection signal from the sensor 28.

[0072] The power supply assembly 20 has a charging interface 29 at the end opposite to the receiving cavity 22 for charging the battery cell 26. It is understood that in other examples, it is also feasible to use a disposable battery cell for the battery cell 26.

[0073] It should be noted that while preferred embodiments of this application are provided in the specification and accompanying drawings, this application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. These embodiments are not intended to impose additional limitations on the content of this application; their purpose is to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the disclosure of this application. Furthermore, the above-described technical features can be combined with each other to form various embodiments not listed above, all of which are considered to be within the scope of this application's specification. Moreover, those skilled in the art can make improvements or modifications based on the above description, and all such improvements and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An atomizing component, characterized in that, It includes a liquid storage mechanism and an atomizing mechanism independent of the liquid storage mechanism; The liquid storage mechanism includes: Top shell; The lower shell is connected to the upper shell, and the lower shell and the upper shell together form a first liquid storage cavity for storing a liquid matrix; The atomizing mechanism includes: The second housing has a second liquid storage chamber for storing a liquid matrix, and the second housing is also provided with an interface that is in fluid communication with the second liquid storage chamber. An atomizing core is disposed in the second housing and in fluid communication with the second liquid storage chamber. The atomizing core is used to atomize a liquid matrix to generate an aerosol. When the atomizing mechanism is connected to the liquid storage mechanism, a connecting channel for connecting the first liquid storage chamber and the second liquid storage chamber can be established between the first liquid storage chamber and the second liquid storage chamber. The upper shell can move from a first position to a second position relative to the lower shell, thereby compressing the space of the first liquid storage cavity.

2. The atomizing component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The upper shell is at least partially located within the lower shell, or the lower shell is at least partially located within the upper shell.

3. The atomizing component as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The inner wall of the upper shell has a baffle extending toward the lower shell, and one end of the lower shell is located inside the upper shell and sandwiched between the baffle and the inner wall of the upper shell.

4. The atomizing component as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The first liquid storage cavity is defined by the baffle, the inner wall of the upper shell, and the inner wall of the lower shell.

5. The atomizing component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the upper shell away from the lower shell forms a suction nozzle.

6. The atomizing component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, One of the upper shell and the lower shell is provided with a first holding part and a second holding part spaced apart, and the other is provided with a first positioning part; At the first position, the first positioning part is located in the first holding part; In the second position, the first positioning part is located in the second holding part.

7. The atomizing component as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The first retaining part and the second retaining part include a snap-fit ​​groove provided on the inner side wall of the upper shell, and the first positioning part includes a protrusion provided on the outer side wall of the lower shell.

8. The atomizing component as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The engagement amount between the first retaining part and the first positioning part is between 0.3 mm and 0.5 mm, and / or the engagement amount between the second retaining part and the first positioning part is between 0.3 mm and 0.5 mm.

9. The atomizing component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The distance between the upper shell and the lower shell moving from the first position to the second position is between 1.5 mm and 3 mm.

10. The atomizing component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer side wall of the lower shell has a flange, and when the upper shell moves from the first position to the second position relative to the lower shell, the end face of the upper shell near the other end of the lower shell abuts against the flange.

11. The atomizing component as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid storage mechanism also includes a seal, at least a portion of which is sandwiched between the upper shell and the lower shell.

12. The atomizing component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lower shell is provided with a connector, and the second shell is provided with a plug interface. The connector is inserted into the plug interface to establish the connection channel.

13. An electronic atomizing device, characterized in that, It includes a power supply component and an atomizing component as described in any one of claims 1-12.

14. A liquid storage mechanism for an electronic atomizing device, characterized in that, include: Top shell; The lower shell is connected to the upper shell, and the lower shell and the upper shell together form a first liquid storage cavity for storing a liquid matrix; the lower shell is also provided with a liquid outlet; The upper shell is movable from a first position to a second position relative to the lower shell, thereby compressing the space of the first liquid storage cavity and promoting the outflow of the liquid matrix stored in the first liquid storage cavity through the liquid outlet.

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