NICOTINE-FREE POD SETUPS AND NICOTINE-FREE E-VAPING DEVICES
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES LLC
- Filing Date
- 2020-08-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-22
AI Technical Summary
Existing non-nicotine e-vaping devices face challenges in efficiently vaporizing non-nicotine pre-vapor formulations and ensuring secure, reliable connection and communication between the device body and pod assembly.
A modular non-nicotine pod assembly with a bezel structure and retention mechanism for secure seating, along with electronic components for authentication and communication, and a device body with snap-fit engagement for easy assembly and reliable power/data transfer.
Ensures efficient vaporization of non-nicotine pre-vapor formulations and secure, reliable operation with minimal contact resistance, while allowing for smart pod functionality and user interface control.