Aerosol-generating device

Abstract

To provide an aerosol-generating device.SOLUTION: An aerosol-generating device of the disclosure includes a cartridge 200 having therein an insertion space 214 formed to be elongated, a body 100 coupled to the cartridge, a sensor disposed in the body so as to be adjacent to the insertion space in the cartridge coupled to the body, and a controller. The sensor includes a sensor light source configured to radiate light toward the insertion space in the cartridge coupled to the body and a photodiode configured to respond to light incident thereon. The controller controls the sensor light source to radiate light, determines whether an object is inserted into the insertion space based on a signal received from the photodiode, and, when an object is inserted into the insertion space, determines whether the object inserted into the insertion space is a stick based on a signal received from the photodiode.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to aerosol generating devices. [Background technology]

[0002] The aerosol generating device is used to extract a predetermined component from a medium or substance via an aerosol. The medium can contain substances of various components. For example, the substance contained in the medium may be a nicotine component, a herbal component, or a flavoring substance. In recent years, such aerosol generating devices have become increasingly popular. There has been a lot of research into placement. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] The present disclosure is directed to solving the above-mentioned problems and other problems.

[0004] Another object of the present disclosure is to improve the efficiency of the gas flow to reduce the thermal conductivity of the aerosol against the stick. The present invention provides an aerosol generating device capable of improving transmission efficiency.

[0005] It is still another object of the present disclosure to provide a method for detecting whether an object has been inserted into a cartridge and whether the inserted object is An aerosol generating device capable of determining at least one of whether it is a stick or not The purpose is to provide

[0006] Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide a method for determining the accuracy of a cartridge and / or stick. The object of the present invention is to provide an aerosol generating device equipped with a sensor that can improve the [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, an aerosol generating device according to one aspect of the present disclosure has a long extension. a cartridge having an insertion space formed therein; a body coupled to the cartridge; The cartridge is connected to the body and is disposed in the body adjacent to the insertion space of the cartridge. The cartridge includes a sensor mounted on the cartridge, and a control unit. a sensor light source that irradiates light toward the insertion space of the cartridge; The control unit controls the sensor light source to emit the light and the photodiode to react to the light. and controlling the insertion space based on a signal received from the photodiode. It is determined whether an object is inserted, and when the object is inserted into the insertion space, the photodiode Based on the signal received from the diode, the object inserted into the insertion space is determined to be a stick. Determine whether [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, the efficiency of gas flow is improved to This can improve the heat transfer efficiency of the aerosol to the block.

[0009] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, whether an object is inserted into the cartridge or not is determined. and whether the inserted object is a stick. It is possible to provide an aerosol generating device.

[0010] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cartridge and / or stick An aerosol generating device equipped with a sensor that can improve the accuracy of judgment can be provided.

[0011] Further scope of applicability of the present disclosure will become apparent from the detailed description provided below. However, various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the detailed description and specific examples, such as the preferred embodiment of the present disclosure, are given by way of example only. It must be understood as having been [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0012] The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present disclosure are best understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It will be clearly understandable from

[0013] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 2] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 3] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 4] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 5] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 6] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 7] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 8] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 9] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 10] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 11] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 12]FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 13] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 14] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 15] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 16] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 17] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 18] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 19] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 20] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 21] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 22] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 23] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 24] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 25] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 26] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] [Figure 27] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an aerosol generating device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] [Figure 28] 1 is a flowchart illustrating a method of operating an aerosol generating device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] [Figure 29] 1A to 1C are diagrams illustrating the operation of an aerosol generating device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] [Figure 30] 10 is a flowchart illustrating a method of operating an aerosol generating device according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The embodiments disclosed in this specification will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. For simplicity of description, identical or similar components will be given the same reference numerals and the corresponding Duplicate explanations will be omitted.

[0019] The suffixes "module" and "section" for components used in the following description are It is for ease of explanation only and has no special meaning or role.

[0020] In this disclosure, what is well known to those skilled in the art is omitted for the sake of brevity. is intended to make it easier to understand the various technical features, It is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are not limited to the accompanying drawings. This disclosure includes all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives in addition to those specifically disclosed in the accompanying drawings. shall be interpreted as including

[0021] Ordinal terms such as first, second, etc. may be used to describe various components. However, it should be understood that the components are not limited by the terms. The terms are used only to distinguish one component from another.

[0022] When we say that a component is "connected" to another component, we mean that there are other components in between. It will be understood that there can be components, while one component can be other components. When we say something is "directly connected" to an element, we mean that there are no other components in between. It would be solvable.

[0023] The singular expression includes the plural expression unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0024] Referring to FIG. 1, the aerosol generating device includes a body 100, a cartridge 200, and At least one of the caps 300 may be included.

[0025] The body 100 is at least one of a lower body 110 and an upper body 120. The lower body 110 may include at least one of the following: a battery, a control It can accommodate various components required for power supply and control of the lower body. The upper body 120 can form the outer shape of the aerosol generating device. The cartridge 200 can be placed on the upper side of the lower body 110. The body 100 can be referred to as a main body 100.

[0026] The upper body 120 includes at least one of a mount 130 and a column 140. The mount 130 may be disposed on the upper side of the lower body 110. The mount 130 may provide a space 134 into which the bottom of the cartridge 200 is inserted. The mount 130 is open at the top and has a shape that surrounds a space 134 inside. The mount 130 surrounds the bottom of the cartridge 200 inserted into the space 134. The mount 130 can be fastened to the cartridge 200. 130 can support the bottom of the cartridge 200 .

[0027] The column 140 may be disposed on the upper side of the lower body 110. The column 140 may extend The column 140 may extend upward from one side of the mount 130. The column 140 can face one side wall of the cartridge 200. The column 140 may be arranged parallel to the cartridge 200. The column 140 may have a shape that surrounds the wall. This can be done.

[0028] The first chamber C1 is provided on one side of the interior of the first container 210, and the insertion space 214 is provided on the first side of the interior of the first container 210. The insertion space 214 may be provided on the other side of the interior of the container 210 adjacent to the column 140. The column 140 can be arranged inside the first container 210 where the insertion space 214 is formed. It may be located adjacent to the other side.

[0029] The cartridge 200 can be releasably coupled to the body 100. The cartridge 200 can provide a space inside which a liquid can be stored. The edge 200 may include an insertion space 214. The insertion space 214 is open at one end. An opening may be formed. The insertion space 214 may be exposed to the outside through the opening. It can be defined as one end of the gap 214.

[0030] The cartridge 200 includes at least one of a first container 210 and a second container 220. The second container 220 can be coupled to the first container 210. can.

[0031] The first container 210 can be coupled to the top of the second container 220. The first container 210 can provide a space for storing a liquid therein. The upper side is open, and an insertion space 214 extending long in the vertical direction can be provided. The stick 400 (see FIG. 3) can be inserted into the insertion space 214. One side wall of the antenna 210 can face the column 140. The column 140 is the first container. The first container 210 can surround one side wall of the container 210. It can be placed to the side.

[0032] The second container 220 can be coupled to the underside of the first container 210. The nozzle 220 has a wick 261 (see FIG. 2) and a heater 262 (see FIG. 2) provided therein. The second container 220 can accommodate the space 13 provided by the mount 130. The space 134 of the mount 130 is a container receiving space 134. The mount 130 can surround the second container 220. 20 can be coupled to a mount 130 .

[0033] The cap 300 can be detachably coupled to the body 100. The cap 300 can cover the cartridge 200. The cap 300 can cover at least the body 100. The cap 300 can cover the cartridge 200 and / or the bottle from the outside. The cap 300 can protect at least a part of the device 100. The cartridge 200 can be separated from the cartridge 100 and replaced.

[0034] The cap 300 can be attached to the top of the body 100. The cap 300 can be attached to the upper side of the upper body 110. The cap 300 can cover the cartridge 200. The side wall 301 of the cap 300 can surround the side of the cartridge 200. The sidewall 301 of the cap 300 can surround the side of the upper body 120. The upper wall 303 of the cap 300 can cover the top of the cartridge 200. The top wall 303 of the 00 can cover the top of the column 140.

[0035] The cap 300 may include an insertion opening 304. The insertion opening 304 may The insertion opening 304 may be formed in the upper wall 303 of the insertion space 214. The insertion opening 304 can communicate with one end or the upper end of the insertion space 214.

[0036] The cap 300 may include a cap inlet 304a. 4a may be formed on one side of the cap 300. For example, the cap inlet 304a may be formed on the cap For example, the cap inlet 304a may be formed in the top wall 303 of the cap 300. The cap inlet 304a can be formed in the side wall 301 of the cap 304. The cap inlet 304a can be connected to the outside. Air can flow into the aerosol generating device through the cap inlet 304a. Cut.

[0037] 1 and 2, the cartridge 200 can be coupled to the body 100. The cartridge 200 can provide a first chamber C1 for storing a liquid. The cartridge 200 provides an insertion space 214 that is separated from the first chamber C1. The insertion space 214 of the cartridge 200 is formed by opening one end. The opening can expose the insertion space 214 to the outside.

[0038] The first container 210 may have an outer wall 211 that surrounds an interior space. The container 210 has an outer wall 211 separating the surrounding space, forming a first chamber on one side. C1 and may have an inner wall 212 that defines an insertion space 214 extending long on the other side. The insertion space 214 may have a shape that is elongated in the vertical direction. The wall 212 may be formed inside the first container 210. The stick 400 (see FIG. 3) It can be inserted into the insertion space 214.

[0039] The second container 220 can be coupled to the first container 210. The second chamber C2 may be connected to the insertion space 214. The second chamber C2 may be formed inside the second container 220. The second chamber C2 may be formed inside the insertion space 21. 4.

[0040] The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed on one side of the cartridge 200. The inlet 224 may be formed in the outer wall of the second container 220. The cartridge inlet 224 The cartridge inlet 224 can communicate with the insertion space 214. The cartridge inlet 224 can communicate with the side wall 22 of the second container 210. It can be formed into 1.

[0041] The wick 261 may be disposed in the second chamber C2. The wick 261 may be connected to the first chamber C1. The wick 261 can receive liquid from the first chamber C1. 2 can heat the wick 261. The heater 262 is disposed in the second chamber C2. The heater 262 can be wound around the core 261 multiple times. The heater 262 may be electrically coupled to the heater 190 and / or a control device. When the heater 262 generates heat and heats the wick 261, the The liquid can be atomized to create an aerosol in the second chamber C2.

[0042] Therefore, the first chamber C1 of the first container 210 in which the liquid is stored is 400 (see FIG. 3) and / or the insertion space 214 into which the stick 400 is inserted. By arranging the liquid in this manner, it is possible to improve the efficiency of the space in which the liquid is stored.

[0043] Also, from the stick 400, the wick 261 connected to the first chamber C1 and the heater Since the distance to 262 is reduced, the heat transfer efficiency of the aerosol can be improved.

[0044] PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Assembly 150 is a column At least one of the light source 153 and the sensor 155 may be provided inside the It can be mounted on PCB 151 of PCB assembly 150 (see FIG. 16). The cartridge 200 may be provided with a PCB assembly 150 facing the side. The light source 153 of the battery 150 can provide light to the cartridge 200. The sensor 155 of the cartridge 150 senses information inside and outside the cartridge 200. The sensor 155 mounted on the PCB assembly 150 is the first sensor 1. I'd say 55.

[0045] The sensor 180 may be provided on one side of the upper portion of the lower body 110. The sensor 180 may be disposed above the separation wall 112 of the lower body 110. The sensor 180 can sense the flow of air entering the cartridge 200. The sensor 180 may be an airflow sensor or a pressure sensor. do.

[0046] The sensor 180 can be inserted inside the mount 130. The sensor 180 The sensor 180 may be positioned adjacent to the cartridge inlet 224. The sensor 180 may be positioned facing the cartridge inlet 224.

[0047] The lower body 110 can house a battery 190 therein. The body 110 can accommodate various control devices inside. The battery 19 can power the various components of the aerosol generating device. The battery 110 is charged through a charging port 119 formed on one side or the bottom of the lower body 110. It can be done.

[0048] The separation wall 112 of the lower body 110 can cover the top of the battery 190. The separation wall 112 of the lower body 110 is below the mount 130 and / or column 140. The body frame 114 of the lower body 110 can be mounted on the battery 19. The body frame 114 can support the sides of the vehicle. The space where the control device is housed can be separated from the space where the control device is housed.

[0049] 2 and 3, the stick 400 may have an elongated shape. The stick 400 can contain a medium inside. The stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214. It can be done.

[0050] The cover 310 can open and close the insertion space 214. The cover 310 can open and close the opening that exposes the insertion space 214 to the outside. The cover 310 may be provided adjacent to one end or the upper end of the insertion space 214. For example, the cover 310 may be attached to the first container at a position adjacent to the insertion space 214. For example, the cover 310 may be provided at a position adjacent to the insertion space 214. , can be provided on the cap 300.

[0051] The cover 310 may be pivotally mounted. The cover 310 can open and close the insertion space 214. The cover 310 can pivot to open the insertion space 214. The direction in which the cover 310 pivots so as to move out of the insertion space 214 can be referred to as the first direction. The cover 310 can be pivoted to the side to close the insertion space 214. The direction in which the pivoting motion is performed to close the insertion space 214 can be referred to as the second direction.

[0052] When the end of the stick 400 comes into contact with the cover 310 and pushes the cover 310 out, 310 can pivot in a first direction to open the insertion space 214. The cover 310 can be pushed out and inserted into the insertion space 214. When the cover 310 is released from the insertion space 214, the cover 310 pivots in the second direction to release the insertion space 214. 214 can be closed.

[0053] A spring 312 (see FIG. 9) can provide a resilient force to the cover 310 in a second direction. One end of the spring 312 supports the cover 310, and the other end of the spring 312 1. A spring 312 can support the top end or cap 300 of the container 210. may be wound around the pivot axis of the cover 310.

[0054] The cover 310 may be provided around the insertion opening 304 of the cap 300. The cover 310 may be pivotally mounted on the cap 300. The entrance 304 can be opened and closed. The cover 310 pivots in a first direction to close the entrance 304. The cover 310 can pivot in a second direction to close the insertion opening 304. It is possible.

[0055] The stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214 through the insertion opening 304 of the cap 300. One end of the stick 400 comes into contact with the cover 310 and pushes the cover 310. When the cover 310 is released, it pivots in the first direction to open the insertion space 214 and the insertion opening 304. The stick 400 pushes out the cover 310 and is inserted through the insertion opening 304. The stick 400 can be inserted into the insertion space 214. Then, the cover 310 pivots in the second direction to close the insertion space 214 and the insertion opening 304. Can be chained.

[0056] When the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214, one end of the stick 400 is capped. The other end of the stick 400 is exposed to the outside of the second chamber C2. The user can place the stick 400 on the upper side of the chamber C2. The part can be held in the mouth and air can be inhaled.

[0057] Air can flow into the inside of the aerosol generating device through the cap inlet 304a. The air flowing in from the cap inlet 304a flows into the cartridge inlet 224. Air can flow into the cartridge 200 through the cartridge inlet 224. The air that passes through the cartridge inlet 224 flows into the second chamber C2. The air can flow into the second chamber C2 and flow toward the insertion space 214. The aerosol generated by the aerosol can pass through the stick 400.

[0058] Therefore, the cover 310 is pinched by inserting the stick 400 into the insertion space 214. By moving the cover 310, the insertion space 214 can be opened.

[0059] In addition, the cover 310 is removed at the same time as the stick 400 is removed from the insertion space 214. By pivoting, the insertion space 214 can be automatically closed.

[0060] Moreover, the inside of the insertion space 214 can be protected from external foreign matter.

[0061] 4 to 6, the cartridge 200 is separable from the upper body 120. The upper body 120 is disposed above the lower body 110. The upper body 120 may include at least one of a mount 130 and a column 140. It may also contain one.

[0062] The mount 130 may provide an open-topped space 134. The inner surface 131 and the bottom 133 can surround at least a portion of the space 134. The inner surface 141 of the ram 140 may surround one side of the space 134. 20 can be inserted into the space 134 provided by the mount 130. 0 can surround a second container 220 inserted into the space 134.

[0063] The cartridge 200 is attached to the mount 130 in a snap-fit ​​manner. The second container 220 can be connected to the mount 130 in a snap-fit ​​manner. The second container 220 is releasably fastened to the mount 130. When the second container 220 is inserted into the space 134 of the mount 130, the second container The recess 221a formed in the mount 220 and the protrusion 131a formed in the mount 130 are fastened together. It can be connected.

[0064] The recess 221a is formed so as to be recessed inward from the side wall 221 of the second container 220. The recess 221a may include a plurality of recesses, and the side wall 2 of the second container 220 may be The protrusions 131a may be formed on one side and the other side of the mount 130. The protrusion 131a may be provided with a plurality of protrusions, and the mount The protrusions 131a may be formed on one side and the other side of the inner surface 131 of the recess 130. 221a.

[0065] When the second container 220 is coupled to the mount 130, the first container 210 is coupled to the mount 130. The first container 210 may be located above the second container 220. The second container 220 may have an elongated shape. The first container 210 can then cover the top of the mount 130 .

[0066] The mount 130 can support the lower part of the cartridge 200. The mounts 130 can support the sides and bottom of the second container 220. The lower edge of the tena 210 can be supported.

[0067] The column 140 may extend upward from one side of the mount 130. The column 140 may The mount 130 may surround one side of the space 134. The inner surface 14 Column 14 may be integrally formed on and extend from the inner surface 131 of mount 130. The outer surface 142 of the mount 130 may be integrally formed with and extend from the outer surface 132 of the mount 130. do.

[0068] The column 140 can extend to a height corresponding to the cartridge 200. The upper wall 143 of the column 14 may be formed to a height corresponding to the upper end of the cartridge 200. 0 can be formed parallel to the cartridge 200.

[0069] The insertion space 214 of the cartridge 200 is formed adjacent to one side wall of the cartridge 200. The insertion space 214 may be formed adjacent to the column 140. The column 140 may be formed adjacent to the insertion space 214. The gap 214 may surround one side wall of the cartridge 200. One side wall of the frame 200 slides onto the inner surface 141 of the column 140 and is inserted into the mount 130. The column 140 can support one side wall of the cartridge 200. .

[0070] A window 170 protecting the PCB assembly 150 (see FIG. 3) is provided in the column 140. The window 170 can be positioned to cover the inner surface 141 of the cartridge 200 and the The window 170 extends vertically along the column 140. The window 170 can be opened from the cartridge 20 where the insertion space 214 is formed. The window 170 can surround one side wall of the cartridge 200. It can be supported.

[0071] Therefore, the cartridge 200 can be releasably coupled to the body 100 .

[0072] In addition, the cartridge 200 can be stably supported by being coupled to the body 100. do.

[0073] The upper edge 113 of the lower body 110 projects outward from the upper body 120. The upper edge 113 of the lower body 110 is connected to the upper body 1 The upper edge 113 of the lower body 110 may extend along the periphery of the The cap 300 may be disposed under the upper body 120. The cap 300 may be attached to the body 100. Then, the lower end of the side wall 301 of the cap 300 contacts the upper edge 11 of the lower body 110. The upper edge 113 of the lower body 110 can contact the cap 3. 00 can be restricted from moving downwardly toward the upper body 120.

[0074] 7 and 8, the cartridge 200 may include a cover groove 215. The cover groove 215 may be located adjacent to the opening of the insertion space 214. The cover groove can be recessed in a direction in which the periphery of the insertion space 214 expands from the space 214. The cover groove 215 can be recessed outward from the insertion space 214. The cover groove 215 can be recessed radially outward from the insertion space 214. The cover groove 215 is recessed toward the chamber C1. It is possible to provide a space where it can be placed.

[0075] The cover groove 215 is formed around one end or the upper end of the insertion space 214 in the first container 210. The cover groove 215 may be formed such that the periphery of one end of the insertion space 214 is recessed outward. The cover 310 can be accommodated in the cover groove 215 (see FIGS. 10 and 11). The cover 310 is accommodated in the cover groove 215 while opening the opening of the insertion space 214. The cover 310 pivots in the first direction to open the opening of the insertion space 214. The cover groove 215 can accommodate the cover.

[0076] The cover groove 215 is formed so that one end or the upper end of the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 is in contact with the insertion space 2. The cover groove 215 may be formed to be recessed outward from the first container 21. The inner wall 212 of the insertion space 214 is recessed from the insertion space 214 toward the first chamber C1. The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 may define a cover groove 215. The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 may surround at least a portion of the cover groove 215. The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 can contact the bottom of the cover groove 215. The inner wall 212 of the core 210 may surround a portion of the side of the cover groove 215 .

[0077] The cartridge 200 is located adjacent to the top of the insertion space 214 and below the insertion space 214. The first guide 216 may be formed to be inclined to the first side. The first guide 216 may be formed at the upper end of the inner wall 212 of the container 210. It can be said that this is Guide 216.

[0078] The first guide 216 can contact the bottom of the cover groove 215. The first guide 215 may be formed on the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 at a position where the first guide 215 contacts the bottom of the first container 210. The groove 216 may be formed between the bottom of the cover groove 215 and the insertion space 214. 6 can be disposed under the cover groove 215. The first guide 216 is It may be formed to be inclined toward the lower side of the insertion space 214.

[0079] The first guide 216 may extend in a circumferential direction along at least a portion of the insertion space 214. The first guide 216 extends circumferentially along the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. The first guide 216 contacts the end of the stick 400 (see FIG. 3) and The stick 400 can be guided to be inserted into the insertion space 214.

[0080] Referring to FIG. 8, the cartridge 200 includes a first container 210, a second container 220, and a , including at least one of a sealing member 250, a wick 261, and a heater 262. The second container 220 can be mounted on at least one of the lower case 230 and the frame 240. It may contain at least one.

[0081] The first container 210 can provide a first chamber C1 and an insertion space 214. The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 is a space surrounded by the outer wall 211 of the first container 210. By separating the first chamber C1 from the second chamber C2, the first chamber C1 is defined on one side and the insertion space 214 is defined on the other side. It can be depicted.

[0082] The outer wall 211 and the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 surround the sides of the first chamber C1. The outer wall 211 and the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 are connected to each other. The first container 2 may have a shape extending so as to surround the periphery of the first chamber C1. The upper wall 213 of the first container 210 can cover the top of the first chamber C1. The top wall 213 of the first container 210 may be connected to the outer wall 211 and the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 .

[0083] The outer wall 211 and the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 surround the sides of the insertion space 214. The insertion space 214 may have a shape that is elongated in the vertical direction. The insertion space 214 may have a shape corresponding to the circumference of the stick 400 (FIG. 3). The outer wall 211 and the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 are connected to each other. , may have a shape extending in the circumferential direction so as to surround the periphery of the insertion space 214. 14 can be opened both vertically and horizontally.

[0084] The second container 220 may provide a second chamber C2. The second chamber C2 may be disposed below the insertion space 214. The second chamber C2 is in communication with the insertion space 214. It is possible.

[0085] The second container 220 includes at least one of a lower case 230 and a frame 240. The lower case 230 may form the outer shape of the second container 220. The lower case 230 can be coupled to the outer wall 211 or periphery of the first container 210. The lower case 230 can provide an internal storage space. The cartridge inlet 224 can support the frame 240. The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed in the side wall. It can be formed into

[0086] Therefore, the liquid flows from the second chamber C2 into the cartridge through the cartridge inlet 224. This can prevent leakage to the outside of the ridge 200 .

[0087] The lower case 230 includes at least one of a receiving portion 231 and an extension portion 232. The receiving portion 231 can provide a receiving space therein. The receiving portion 231 can surround the receiving space. The side wall of the receiving portion 231 is the side wall 221 ( The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed in the side wall of the housing 231. The extension 232 may extend outward from one upper end of the receiving portion 231. 2 can support a part of the frame 240. The housing portion 231 is called a case portion 231. can.

[0088] The frame 240 may be disposed inside the lower case 230. The frame 240 may be a second chamber. The frame 240 can divide the second chamber C2. The lower case 230 surrounds the remainder of the second chamber C2. The frame 240 may form the bottom of the first chamber C1.

[0089] The frame 240 includes at least a first frame portion 241 and a second frame portion 242. The first frame portion 241 forms the bottom of the first chamber C1. The first chamber C1 is made up of an outer wall 211, an inner wall 212, an upper wall 213, and a 213 and the first frame portion 241.

[0090] The second frame portion 242 can surround at least a portion of the second chamber C2. The second frame portion 242 can define a second chamber C2. The sidewall of 242 can surround at least a portion of the side of the second chamber C2. The bottom of the second frame portion 242 may form the bottom of the second chamber C2. The port 2424 may be formed in a sidewall of the second frame portion 242. The chamber inlet 2424 The second frame portion 242 can communicate with the second chamber C2. The chamber inlet 2424 may be located adjacent to the underside of the inner wall 212 of the second chamber. It may be formed at a position higher than the bottom of bar C2.

[0091] The first frame portion 241 and the second frame portion 242 may be connected to each other. The portion 241 may extend from the second frame portion 242 to cover the bottom of the first chamber C1. can.

[0092] The receiving portion 231 can receive the second frame portion 242 therein. The receiving portion 231 can support the bottom of the second frame portion 242. 2, the second chamber C2 can be defined. The first frame portion 241 is disposed inside the receiving portion 231. , the second frame portion 242 may be disposed above the extension portion 232 .

[0093] The connecting channel 2314 may be formed inside the receiving portion 231. The frame 240 is A connecting channel 2314 can be defined inside the chamber 230. A cartridge inlet formed between the ridge inlet 224 and the chamber inlet 2424 224 and the chamber inlet 2424 can be connected. The second frame part 242 can cover the upper part of the connecting channel 2314. The sides of the can be covered.

[0094] The blocking wall 2317 may be formed in the connecting channel 2314. The blocking wall 2317 is The blocking wall 2317 may be formed between the inlet 224 and the chamber inlet 2424. The blocking wall 2317 may have a curved shape. The blocking wall 2317 can extend upward from the cartridge inlet 224. The blocking wall 2317 may extend higher than the chamber inlet 2424. can.

[0095] Therefore, the liquid in the second chamber C2 passes through the cartridge inlet 224 and enters the cartridge. This can prevent leakage to the outside of the cartridge 200.

[0096] A sealing member 250 may be disposed between the first chamber C1 and the second container 220. The sealing member 250 can surround and adhere to the edge of the first chamber C1. The sealing member 250 may be made of an elastic material. For example, the sealing member 250 The sealing member 250 may be made of a material such as rubber or silicone. 1 leaks from the first chamber C1 through the gaps between the components. It can be prevented.

[0097] The sealing member 250 includes a first sealing portion 251 and a second sealing portion 252. The first sealing portion 251 may include at least one of the following: The first sealing portion 251 can extend along the outer wall 211 of the first container 21. The first sealing portion 251 can surround the edge of the outer wall 211 of the first container. The first sealing member 210 can be tightly fitted between the outer wall 211 of the nozzle 210 and the frame 240. The portion 251 is in close contact with the outer wall 211 of the first container 210 and the first frame portion 241. This can be done.

[0098] Therefore, the liquid stored in the first chamber C1 flows through the outer wall 21 of the first container 210. 1 and the frame 240.

[0099] The second sealing portion 252 extends from the first sealing portion 251 to the inner wall 21 of the first container 210. The second sealing portion 252 can extend along the inner wall 2 of the first container 210. The second sealing portion 252 can surround and seal the edge of the first container 12. The second sealing portion 25 can be tightly fitted between the inner wall of the core 210 and the frame 240. 2 can be tightly fitted between the inner wall of the first container 210 and the second frame portion 242. The second sealing portion 252 can be inserted into the frame 240. 252 can be inserted into the second frame portion 242. The lower end of the second sealing portion 252 can press against the frame 240 .

[0100] Therefore, the liquid stored in the first chamber C1 adheres to the inner wall 21 of the first container 210. 2 and the frame 240.

[0101] The mount 130 may include a sensor housing 137. The second sensor may provide a space formed at the bottom of one side wall of the mount 130. The sensor 180 can be accommodated inside the sensor accommodating portion 137. The lower case 230 is The lower case 230 covers one side of the sensor receiving portion 137. One side wall of the receiving portion 231 of the lower case 230 is surrounded by the sensor receiving portion 137. The extension 232 of the lower case 230 faces the side of the sensor accommodating section 13. It can cover the top of the 7.

[0102] A gap through which air can flow may be formed between the sensor receiving portion 137 and the lower case 230. The air passes between the sensor housing 137 and the lower case 230 and flows into the cartridge. The second sensor 180 is connected to the sensor receiving portion 137 and the lower portion 224. The flow of air passing between the cartridge case 230 and the cartridge inlet 224 is sensed. It is possible.

[0103] 8 and 9, the cartridge 200 is inserted into the other end or bottom end of the insertion space 214. A stick stopper 217 protrudes inward from the periphery of the insertion space 214 at an adjacent position. The stick stopper 217 may protrude radially inward. The stick stopper 217 is attached to the outer wall 211 and / or the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. It can be formed into 2.

[0104] The stick stopper 217 can include multiple stick stoppers. The stick stopper 217 can have three stick stoppers. A plurality of stoppers 217 may be arranged along the periphery of the insertion space 214. The stoppers 217 may be arranged in a circumferential direction. The stick stopper 217 can be arranged circumferentially along the periphery of the insertion space 214. The stick 400 may have a rib shape or a ring shape extending in the direction of the stick stopper. The stick stopper 217 can be attached to the periphery of the stick stopper 217. The second widening shape may be a first widening shape.

[0105] Therefore, when the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214, the stick stopper 217 contacts the end of the stick 400, so that the stick 400 enters the insertion space. Movement beyond 214 into the second chamber C2 can be restricted.

[0106] In addition, the amount of air flowing into the insertion space 214 from the second chamber C2 is reduced. It can be miniaturized.

[0107] In addition, the stick stopper 217 prevents the aerosol generated in the second chamber C2 from This does not prevent certain components from being extracted from the medium of the stick 400.

[0108] 10 and 11, the pivot axis or shaft 311 of the cover 310 is inserted The pivot axis or shaft 311 of the cover 310 may be located above the space 214. The cover 310 may be disposed between the space 214 and the insertion opening 304. The cover can pivot toward the insertion space 214 and / or the insertion opening 304. The direction in which the pivot 310 moves toward the inside of the insertion space 214 can be defined as the first direction. do.

[0109] When the cover 310 pivots in the first direction to open the insertion space 214, the cover 31 The cover 310 can be accommodated in the cover groove 215. The cover 310 opens the insertion space 214. When the cover 310 is inserted, the cover 310 is received in the cover groove 215, and the second cover 310 is inserted into the cover groove 215. The cover 31 may overlap the inner wall 212 of the container 210. When the cover 310 opens the insertion space 214, the first cover 310 is inserted into the first groove 215. It may be disposed parallel to the inner wall 212 of the container 210 .

[0110] The first guide 216 is inclined from the bottom of the cover groove 215 toward the lower side of the insertion space 214. The first guide 216 is configured so that the insertion space 214 becomes gradually narrower toward the bottom. When the cover 310 opens the insertion space 214, the first guide 216 The cover 310 may be disposed adjacent to one end of the cover 310 on the underside of the cover 310. When the insertion space 214 is opened, the first guide 216 is positioned closer to the insertion space 214 than the end of the cover 310. It can project to 4.

[0111] The cover 310 pivots toward the outside of the insertion space 214 to cover the insertion space 214 and The cover 310 faces the outside of the insertion space 214. The direction in which the spring 312 pivots can be defined as the second direction. The other end of the spring 312 can support the cap 300. The spring 312 is elastically pressed against the cover 310 in a direction in which the cover 310 closes the insertion space 214. The cover 310 can be pivoted in the second direction via a spring 312. It can operate as a

[0112] The second guide 306 is formed at an angle so that the inner space gradually narrows toward the bottom. The second guide 306 may be positioned adjacent to the pivot radius of the cover 310. The second guide 306 may be positioned outside the pivot radius of the cover 310. 06 can extend obliquely along the pivot radius of the cover 310.

[0113] One end of the second guide 306 may be located adjacent to the insertion opening 304. The end of the second guide 306 may be disposed outside the insertion slot 304. One end of the second guide 306 may be disposed below the insertion slot wall 305. The insertion opening wall 305 may be arranged on the side of the second guide 306. When the cover 310 pivots in the second direction to close the insertion space 214, The bar 310 contacts the insertion opening wall 305 to limit the movement of the cover 310. can be done.

[0114] The other end of the second guide 306 may be located adjacent to the insertion space 214. The other end is positioned adjacent to the outer wall 211 of the first container 210 that forms the periphery of the insertion space 214. The other end of the second guide 306 is located outside the first container 210 that defines the insertion space 214. The second guide 306 may be disposed on the upper side of the wall 211. It may have an elongated shape that is tilted at an angle.

[0115] 12 to 15, the stick 400 has the cover 310 inserted into the insertion space 214. The stick 400 can be pushed in a sideways direction or in a first direction. When the cover 310 is inserted into the insertion space 214 while being extended, the cover 310 The entrance 304 may be open.

[0116] 12 and 13, when the end of the stick 400 passes through the insertion opening 304, The end of the stick 400 can contact the insertion opening wall 305. When the end of the stick 400 contacts the wall 305 of the insertion slot, the wall 305 moves the stick 400 into the insertion slot 3 When the stick 400 passes through the insertion slot 304, The end of the stick 400 pushes the cover 310 to pivot the cover 310 in a first direction. It can be operated in a flash.

[0117] 13 and 14, when the stick 400 passes through the insertion opening 304, the cover The cover 310 can be inserted into the cover groove 215. The cover 310 is attached to the first container 21. The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 overlaps with the inner wall 212 of the second container 210, forming an insertion space together with the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. 214 can constitute one side wall of the same.

[0118] 14 and 15, the stick 400 slides along the surface of the cover 310. The second guide 306 can be inserted into the insertion space 214. The second guide 306 may be disposed at a position opposite to the pivot axis of the cover 310. The stick 400 can be placed at a position opposite to the cover groove 215. When inserted, the end of the stick 400 can come into contact with the second guide 306. When the end of the stick 400 contacts the second guide 306, the second guide 306 400 can be guided into position within the insertion space 214.

[0119] The first guide 216 may be disposed at a position opposite to the second guide 306. 6 can be disposed below the second guide 216. The first guide 216 is The first guide 216 may be disposed below the cover 310. The slot 216 may extend circumferentially along the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. When the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214, the end of the stick 400 contacts the first guide. The end of the stick 400 can contact the second guide 306 first. After touching it and being guided to the position, it can be touched to the first guide 216. When the end of the stick 400 contacts the first guide 216, the first guide 216 It can be guided into position within the space 214 .

[0120] When inserted into the insertion space 214, the end of the stick 400 contacts the stick stopper 21. The stick stopper 217 can contact the end of the stick 400. By touching the stick 400, the stick 400 is inserted into the lower part of the insertion space 214 or the second chamber C2. It is possible to restrict movement to

[0121] Therefore, when the user pushes out the cover 310 through the stick 400, the stick 400 passes smoothly through the insertion opening 304 and pushes out the cover 310. You can be guided.

[0122] In addition, the stick 400 pushes out the cover 310, and the cover 310 is inserted into the insertion space 214. Even if the cover 310 is placed inside, it can be stuck by being accommodated in the cover groove 215. The bracket 400 can be in close contact with the wall that defines the insertion space 214 .

[0123] In addition, the stick 400 is in close contact with the wall that defines the insertion space 214, allowing the user to When air is inhaled through the stick 400, the gap between the insertion space 214 and the stick 400 It prevents unnecessary airflow, reduces wasted suction power, and reduces the efficiency of airflow. This can prevent shortages.

[0124] In addition, when the user pushes out the cover 310 via the stick 400, the cover Even if the external force is applied to the end of the stick 400 in the second direction, the stick 400 is inserted. It can be guided so that it is inserted accurately into the space 214 .

[0125] In addition, the stick 400 can be restricted from moving inside the second chamber C2. can.

[0126] Referring to FIG. 16, the upper body 120 is connected to the upper part of the lower body 110. The mount 130 can cover the top of the lower body 110. The lower part of the mount 130 is surrounded by the upper part of the side wall 111 of the lower body 110. The mount 130 can be coupled to the top of the lower body 110. The mount 130 can be connected to the lower body 110 by a snap fit method. The mount 130 can be inseparably fastened to the lower body 110. This can be done.

[0127] The second sensor 180 may be disposed on one side of the upper portion of the lower body 110. The holder 185 may have a shape that extends upward from the upper portion of the lower body 110. The support 185 can support the second sensor 180. The second sensor 180 The second sensor 180 can be coupled to the sensor support 185. The sensor housing 137 of the mount 130 may be coupled to the sensor housing 137 and may be positioned to face the side. can accommodate and cover the second sensor 180 and the sensor support part 185.

[0128] Referring to FIG. 16, the upper body 120 is connected to the upper part of the lower body 110. The mount 130 can cover the top of the lower body 110. The lower part of the mount 130 is surrounded by the upper part of the side wall 111 of the lower body 110. The mount 130 can be coupled to the top of the lower body 110. The mount 130 can be connected to the lower body 110 by a snap fit method. The mount 130 can be inseparably fastened to the lower body 110. This can be done.

[0129] The second sensor 180 may be disposed on one side of the upper portion of the lower body 110. The holder 185 may have a shape that extends upward from the upper portion of the lower body 110. The support 185 can support the second sensor 180. The second sensor 180 The second sensor 180 can be coupled to the sensor support 185. The sensor housing 137 of the mount 130 may be coupled to the sensor housing 137 and may be positioned to face the side. can accommodate and cover the second sensor 180 and the sensor support part 185.

[0130] 17 to 19, the fastening hole 135 may be formed in the lower part of the mount 130. The fastening holes 135 may be formed on the sides of the lower portion of the mount 130. The fastening holes 135 may accommodate a plurality of fastening holes. The lower body 110 may include a plurality of apertures, each of which may be arranged along the periphery of the lower portion of the mount 130. The body latch 115 disposed at the top of the mount is inserted into the fastening hole 135. The fastener 130 and the lower body 110 can be fastened together (see FIGS. 21 and 22). ).

[0131] Rib grooves 136 may be formed in the outer surface 132 of the mount 130. The rib groove 136 may have a recessed shape extending inward from the outer surface 132 of the mount 130. The upper surface 132 of the lower body 110 may have a shape extending along the periphery of the outer surface 132 of the lower body 110. The body rib 116 extending along the inner periphery of the portion is inserted into the rib groove 136 to secure the mount 130 The body rib 116 is made of an elastic material. For example, the body ribs 116 may be made of a material such as rubber or silicone. The body rib 116 fits snugly into the rib groove 136 to position the mount 130 on the lower body. -110, and the upper body 120 is fixed to the lower body 110. This prevents the frame from shaking (see FIGS. 21 and 22).

[0132] The first fixing portion 138 may be formed at the bottom of the mount 130. The first fixing portion 138 may be recessed upward from the bottom of the mat 130 or may be protruded downward. The first fixing portion 138 may be formed around the lower portion of the mount 130. , may be arranged along the periphery of the lower part of the mount 130. The second fixing portion 118 is coupled to the first fixing portion 138 to form the mount 130. The position of the upper body 120 is stably fixed to the lower body 110. - It is possible to prevent the body 110 from shaking (see Figures 21 and 22). .

[0133] The upper body 120 may include an upwardly extending column 140. 40 can extend upward from one side of the mount 130. The side wall 141 of the column 140 , 142 can be connected to the side walls 131, 132 of the mount 130. The inner surface 134 of the column 140 can be enclosed by the space 134 provided by the column 130. The column 140 may have a recessed shape that is recessed outward. The column 140 can face one side of the cartridge 200 (see FIG. 6). The column 140 is open to one side of the cartridge 200. obtain.

[0134] The column 140 can accommodate a PCB assembly 150. The cartridge 200 may be provided with light or information about the cartridge 200. For example, information about the cartridge 200 can be obtained by information about the change in the remaining amount of liquid stored in the first chamber C1 of the cartridge 200; Information about the type of liquid stored in the first chamber C1 of the cartridge 200 Information on whether the stick 400 has been inserted into the insertion space 214 of the cartridge 200, Information about the type of stick 400 inserted into the insertion space 214 of the card 200, The extent to which the stick 400 inserted into the insertion space 214 of the ridge 200 has been used or Information about the extent to which the cartridge 200 is inserted into the insertion space 214 Information on whether the cartridge 200 is coupled to the body 100 and the cartridge The information may be at least one of the following: information about the type of cartridge 200; The information about the light source 15 that provides the light is not limited to the above. Column 140 stores information about cartridge 200. The first sensor 155 can accommodate the first sensor 155.

[0135] The column 140 can provide an installation space 144 therein. The column 140 may have a shape extending vertically along the ram 140. The inner surface 141 of the column 140 may have an installation cavity. The installation space 144 faces the space 134 of the mount 130. The installation space 144 may be open toward one side of the cartridge 200.

[0136] The PCB assembly 150 can be installed in the installation space 144. The plate 160 is a PC The window 170 covers the P assembly 150 and can be placed in the installation space 144. The PCB assembly 150 and the installation space 144 can be covered. 50, plate 160 and window 170 can be stacked in order. It can be said that this is the 144th space for containing the 144th bomber.

[0137] The PCB assembly 150 is a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) ) 151, a light source 153, and a first sensor 155. The light source 153 may be mounted on the PCB 151. The light source 153 may include at least one light source. The first sensor 155 may be mounted on a PCB. The light source 153 and the first sensor 155 may be provided in a single PC. The first sensor 155 may be mounted at different positions on the light source 15B. 3.

[0138] The PCB assembly 150 is positioned inside the column 140 facing the cartridge 200. The PCB assembly 150 includes a first chamber C1 and an insertion space 214. The PCB assembly 150 can be mounted on the column 140. The PCB assembly 150 can be electrically connected to one end of the PCB assembly 150. A connector 152 for connection can be formed.

[0139] The PCB assembly 150 is positioned inside the column 140 facing the cartridge 200. The PCB assembly 150 includes a first chamber C1 and an insertion space 214. The PCB assembly 150 can be mounted on the column 140. The PCB assembly 150 can be electrically connected to one end of the PCB assembly 150. A connector 152 for connection can be formed.

[0140] The PCB 151 can extend vertically along the column 140. It can be a FPCB (Flexible Printed Circuit Board) The connector 152 may be formed at one end of the PCB 151. The light source 153 may be A plurality of sensors may be arranged. The first sensor 155 may be located in the center of the PCB 151. At least one sensor 53 may be disposed on each side of the first sensor 155. The light sources 153 may be arranged vertically along the PCB 151. The first sensor 155 may be arranged along the longitudinal direction of the insertion space 214. The light source 153 may be disposed so as to face the outside of the insertion space 214. 153 emits light outside the insertion space 214 and can provide light to the first chamber C1. The light source 153 is a light emitting diode (LED). ED).

[0141] Therefore, the light source 153 can provide light uniformly to the first chamber C1.

[0142] In addition, the light provided by the light source 153 is transmitted by the stick 400 inserted into the insertion space 214. This can prevent the path from being blocked.

[0143] The first sensor 155 may be located in the center of the PCB 151. For example, the first sensor 1 55 may be disposed adjacent to the upper and lower central sides of the PCB 151. The first sensor 155 can face the insertion space 214. For example, the first sensor 155 may sense information about the card 200. information about the change in the remaining amount of liquid stored in the first chamber C1 of the cartridge 200; Information about the type of liquid stored in the first chamber C1 of the cartridge 200, Information on whether the stick 400 has been inserted into the insertion space 214 of the ridge 200, Information about the type of stick 400 inserted into the insertion space 214 of the cartridge 200; The stick 400 inserted into the insertion space 214 of the cartridge 200 has been used or The information about the usable degree, the cartridge inserted into the insertion space 214 of the cartridge 200, Information on whether the cartridge 200 is connected to the body 100 and the connected cartridge At least one of the pieces of information about the type of cartridge 200 can be sensed. The information about the cartridge 200 is not limited to this.

[0144] The first sensor 155 detects a change in the characteristics of the cartridge 200 and The first sensor 155 can sense information about the object 200. For example, the first sensor 155 is a proximity sensor (p The type of the first sensor 155 is not limited to this. For example, when the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214 of the cartridge 200, When the volume of the liquid stored in the first chamber C1 changes, the first sensor A change occurs in the characteristic sensed by the first sensor 155, and the first sensor 155 measures this and detects the cartridge. It can sense information about Ji200.

[0145] The first sensor 155 may include a light emitting element and a light receiving element. -It can be said to be a light source.

[0146] The sensor light source can generate and emit light. For example, the sensor light source can emit light having a wavelength It can emit infrared light from 780nm to 1mm. The sensor light source is a light-emitting diode. (LED), Organic light emitting diode It is composed of a laser diode (LD), an OLED, etc. Here, when the first sensor 155 includes a plurality of sensor light sources, the sensor light The sources may be arranged in an array in a regular pattern.

[0147] The first sensor 155 can irradiate light generated by a sensor light source in a predetermined direction. For example, the first sensor 155 may be configured to receive light generated by a sensor light source and direct it to the insertion space 214. The first light-collecting unit may include an imaging lens, Diffractive Optical Elements (DOEs) It can be configured as:

[0148] The light receiving element may be a photodiode that is sensitive to light. The photodiode can output an electrical signal corresponding to the incident light. The sensor 155 collects light that is emitted from the sensor light source and reflected (hereinafter referred to as reflected light). For example, the reflected light collected by the second light collecting section may be a photorefractive element. The second light collecting unit collects reflected light incident from a predetermined direction and transmits it to the photodiode. The receiving lens may include:

[0149] The first sensor 155 further includes an optical filter that selectively transmits light in a specific wavelength range. For example, the sensor light source may emit infrared light with a wavelength of 780 nm to 1 mm. In this case, the optical filter is an infrared bandpass filter (Inf) that selectively passes infrared light. It can be configured as a rared pass filter.

[0150] The window 170 can be coupled to the column 140. The window 170 can be made of a transparent material. The window 170 can be made of a material that allows light to pass through. can be coupled to the column 140 to cover the PCB assembly 150 (see FIG. 26). The window 170 may have a shape that extends vertically along the column 140. 70 can be disposed between the column 140 and the cartridge 200. The window 170 The window 170 may be located adjacent to the inner surface 141 of the ram 140. The window 170 can surround one side of the cartridge 200. The window 170 allows the PCB assembly 150 to be mounted in the cartridge. 200.

[0151] One surface 171a of the window 170 contacts the side of the cartridge 200. 200 (see FIGS. 4 to 6). The other surface 171b of the window 170 is The window 170 can be attached to the PCB assembly 150 (see FIG. 27). One surface 171a can be said to be the front surface of the window 170. The other surface 171b of the window 170 is the It can be said to be the rear of the Window 170.

[0152] One surface 171a of the window 170 is a first container 2 that forms the periphery of the insertion space 214. The insertion space 214 may have a shape corresponding to the outer wall 211 of the column 140 and the PCB. The insertion space 214 may be located adjacent to the assembly 150 (see FIG. 15). The first contact 214 may be located between the bar C1 and the column 140. The outer wall 211 of the tena 210 may have a rounded shape extending along the periphery of the insertion space 214. One surface 171a of the window 170 has a round shape so as to surround the outside of the insertion space 214. The first container 171a of the window 170 forms the periphery of the insertion space 214. The window 170 may have a rounded shape so as to surround the outer wall 211 of the window 170. 1a may have a shape that is concave in the direction facing the cartridge 200. One surface 171 a of the dough 170 can support one side wall of the cartridge 200 .

[0153] The other surface 171b of the window 170 has at least one groove 171a for accommodating the light source 153. 4 may be formed. The groove 174 may be referred to as a light source groove 174 or a window groove 174. The groove 174 is formed so as to be recessed from the other surface 171b of the window 170 toward one surface. Each of the plurality of light source grooves 174 can accommodate and cover each of the plurality of light sources 153. Each of the plurality of light source grooves 174 corresponds to the position of each of the plurality of light sources 153. The light source grooves 174 may be arranged vertically. At least one sensor 74 may be formed on each side of the first sensor 155 .

[0154] The other surface 171b of the window 170 has at least one groove for receiving the first sensor 155. The groove 175 can be called a sensor groove 175. The sensor groove 175 The window 170 may be recessed from the other surface 171b toward one surface. When the sensor 155 is provided, each of the plurality of sensor grooves 175 is provided with a plurality of first sensors. Each of the plurality of sensor grooves 175 can accommodate and cover the sensor 155. These may be formed at positions corresponding to the positions of the plurality of first sensors 155. The sensor grooves 175 may be arranged one above the other.

[0155] The other surface 171b of the window 170 may include a flat portion 172. The flat portion 172 can be attached to the PCB assembly 150. The light source groove 174 can be inserted into the installation space 144 of the column 140 (see FIG. 17). The sensor groove 175 may be formed such that the flat portion 172 is recessed.

[0156] The PCB assembly 150 may include a plurality of through holes 151a. The through-hole 151a may be formed on one side of the PCB 151. The through-hole 151a may be formed on the upper side. The through holes 151a may be formed on both sides of the PCB 151.

[0157] The window 170 may include a plurality of through-projections 172a. The through-hole 15 may be formed by protruding from the other surface 171b of the window 170. The through-hole 151a may be formed at a position corresponding to the through-hole 151a. The through-hole 151a can be penetrated by the through-protrusion 172a. The piercing protrusion 172a may include a plurality of piercing protrusions. Each of the through-holes 151a can be penetrated by the through-protrusions 17. 2a penetrates the through-hole 151a to connect the PCB assembly 150 and the window The dough 170 can be placed in place.

[0158] The window 170 may include a locking protrusion 173. The locking protrusion 173 may The locking projections 173 are formed on both sides of the flat surface 172. The locking protrusion 173 may include a plurality of locking protrusions arranged in the vertical direction. Each of the protrusions 173 may have a vertically elongated shape corresponding to the flange side portion 1451 .

[0159] The column 140 may include a flange 145. The flange 145 may be The flange 145 may be disposed on the inside of the inner surface 141 of the column 140. The flange 145 may be integrally formed with the column 140. The flange 145 may project inwardly from the column 140 to form an edge. 145 can extend along the periphery of the assembly receiving space 144. 5 has an open center through which the assembly receiving space 144 and the container receiving space 13 4 can be linked together.

[0160] The flange 145 includes a flange side portion 1451, a flange bottom portion 1452, and a flange top portion 1453. 453. The flange 145 may include at least one of the flange side 1 451, a flange lower part 1452 and a flange upper part 1453 are connected to each other. The flange side portion 1451 has a shape that extends long along the longitudinal direction of the column 140. The flange sides 1451 may be formed on both sides of the column 140 at a distance from each other. The lower flange portion 1452 and the upper flange portion 1453 are connected between a pair of flange side portions 1451. The flange side 1451, the flange lower part 1452 and the flange upper part 1453 are mutually The flange side portions 1451, 1452 can be connected to each other to form the periphery of the flange 145. The area enclosed by the flange lower part 1452 and the flange upper part 1453 is open. This allows the assembly accommodating space 144 and the container accommodating space 134 to communicate with each other. Cut.

[0161] The other surface 171b of the window 170 may be attached to the flange 145. The other edge of the window 170 may be attached to the flange 145. The other surface 171b of the window 170 may be attached to the flange 145. The flange 145 may be attached via an adhesive member. For example, the adhesive member may be a tape or a bond. The adhesive member is not limited to the above. This allows the window 170 and the flange 145 to be fastened together. The stop projection 173 can be caught on the flange side portion 1451. The flange 145 The edge of the window 170 has a shape corresponding to the shape of the other surface 171b of the window 170 adjacent to the edge of the window 170. The lower flange portion 1452 and the upper flange portion 1453 may have a concave shape.

[0162] Therefore, the PCB assembly 150 is protected from the outside, and the PCB assembly 150 It is possible to prevent the separation of

[0163] Also, the light emitted from the PCB assembly 150 is provided to the cartridge 200. This can be done.

[0164] In addition, the window 170, the cartridge 200, and the PCB assembly 150 are stable. can be bound or immobilized to

[0165] The plate 160 supports at least one light source 153 in the PCB assembly 150. The plate 160 is positioned so as to cover the first sensor 154. The plate 160 can be attached to the CB assembly 150. The plate 160 can transmit electromagnetic waves. The plate 160 through which the electron waves are transmitted can be opaque to visible light or semi-transparent. .

[0166] A printed circuit associated with the light source 153 is printed on the area of ​​the PCB 151 adjacent to the light source 153. The plate 160 covers the printed circuit printed on the PCB 151 around the light source 153. The plate 160 extends vertically along the sensor 154. The printed circuit board may have a shape extending from the recessed portion toward the printed circuit board.

[0167] The plate 160 does not cover the light source 153, but exposes it. The sensors 155 are arranged on both sides of the first sensor 164 and are arranged in the vertical direction. The portion of the plate 160 corresponding to the light source 153 may be open. When attached to the B assembly 150, the light source 153 is exposed through an opening in the plate 160. It can be served.

[0168] Therefore, the light emitted from the light source 153 is not blocked, and the first printed circuit board 151 The sensor 154 and / or printed circuitry are not exposed to the outside and can be protected from the outside.

[0169] The first sensor 154 detects magnetic properties while covered by the plate 160. It is possible.

[0170] The plate 160 supports at least one light source 153 in the PCB assembly 150. The plate 160 can cover the area to be avoided. The plate 16 can cover an area that avoids at least one first sensor 155. 0 can be opaque to visible light or semi-transparent.

[0171] The printed circuitry associated with the light source 153 is printed on the area of ​​the PCB 151 adjacent to the light source 153. The plate 160 covers the printed circuit printed on the PCB 151 around the light source 153. The printed circuit board connected to the first sensor 155 is adjacent to the first sensor 155. The plate 160 may be printed on the area of ​​the PCB 151 adjacent to the first sensor 155. The plate 160 can cover the printed circuit board printed on the PCB 151. and may have a shape extending from the vertically extending portion toward the printed circuit.

[0172] The plate 160 does not cover the light source 153, but exposes it. The light source 153 and the first sensor 155 may be arranged vertically on both sides of the light source 153. The portion of the plate 160 corresponding to the position of the PCB 155 can be open. When attached to the assembly 150, the light source 153 and the first sensor 155 are attached to the plate 16 0 can be exposed through the opening.

[0173] Therefore, the plate 160 receives the light emitted by the light source 153 and / or the first sensor 155. The first sensor 155 and / or the printed circuit printed on the PCB 151 are not blocked. It is not exposed and can be protected from the outside.

[0174] Referring to FIG. 20, the PCB assembly 150 is mounted inside the column 140. The PCB 151 can extend long along the column 140. The connector 152 formed on one end of the PCB assembly 150 is The connector 152 may be exposed on the underside of the column 140. The connector 152 may be exposed on the underside of the mount 130. The lower end of the column 140 is open. The connector 152 is exposed to the lower side through the gap 146. The gap 146 can communicate with the installation space 144 (see FIG. 17).

[0175] The mount 130 may include a sensor housing 137. The sensor housing 137 may include The sensor receiving portion 137 may be formed on one side wall of the mount 130. The wall is formed to open downwards, so that the second sensor 180 can be inserted therein. The space 137b provided by the sensor housing 137 can be provided. The inner surface of the sensor housing portion 137 is the mount 1. The outer surface of the sensor housing portion 137 can be configured as a part of the inner surface 131 of the sensor housing portion 137. The sensor housing 137 may form part of the outer surface 132 of the mount 130. The antenna receiving space 134 may be formed at a position facing the column 140. 0 extends upward from one side of the mount 130, and the sensor receiving portion 137 is located on the other side of the mount 130. It can be formed on the side.

[0176] The sensing hole 137a may be formed on the inner surface 131 of the sensor receiving portion 137. The sensing hole 137a is located between the sensor accommodation space 137b and the container accommodation space 134. By forming this, the sensor accommodation space 137b and the container accommodation space 134 are connected to each other. The sensing hole 137a is adjacent to the cartridge inlet 224 (see FIG. 8). The sensing hole 137a may be positioned facing the cartridge inlet 224. can be done.

[0177] The sensing hole 137a can face the side. The cartridge inlet 224 The side of the second container 220 is opened to form a sensing element. The hole 137a can face the cartridge inlet 224 (see FIG. 8).

[0178] 21 and 22, the separation wall 112 of the lower body 110 is The separation wall 112 can be attached to the top of the lower body 110. The separation wall 112 may be disposed in a direction intersecting the side wall 111 of the war body 110. The separation wall 112 can cover the upper side of the internal components of the lower body 110. The space where the internal components of the body 110 are provided and the space where the upper body 120 is connected The separation wall 112 is disposed in the lower part of the upper body 120. The side wall 111 of the lower body 110 extends above the separation wall 112. The lower body 11 extends above the separation wall 112. The inner periphery of the side wall 111 of the mount 130 may surround the periphery of the lower portion of the mount 130.

[0179] The second sensor 180 may be provided on one side of the upper portion of the lower body 110. The second sensor 180 may be disposed on the upper side of the separation wall 112. The second sensor 180 may be disposed on the upper side of the mount 130. The sensor support portion 185 can be disposed at a position corresponding to the sensor accommodating portion 137. 12 and extends upward from one side thereof to support the second sensor 180. 180 may be arranged to face laterally.

[0180] The upper body 120 can be coupled to the upper side of the lower body 110. The dee latch 115 may be formed on the top of the lower body 110. The body latch 115 may be formed at one end of the separation wall 112. The body latch 115 has a protruding shape. The body latch 115 is inserted into the fastening hole 135 of the mount 130, The mount 130 and the lower body 110 can be fastened together.

[0181] The body rib 116 is a shape that protrudes from the inner peripheral surface of the side wall 111 of the lower body 110. The body rib 116 may be formed along the inner peripheral surface of the side wall 111 of the lower body 110. The body ribs 116 may be made of an elastic material. The body ribs 116 may be made of materials such as rubber or silicone. The body rib 116 may be positioned above the wall 112. The body rib 116 may be positioned above the rib groove 13 of the mount 130. 6 and can be inserted into the

[0182] The second fixing portion 118 may be disposed on the upper portion of the lower body 110. The second fixing portion 118 may be formed at a position corresponding to the first fixing portion 138. The second fixing portion 118 may be formed on the periphery of the fixing portion 116. The second fixing portion 118 may have a shape that protrudes upward or is recessed downward. The second fixing portion 118 may include a plurality of second fixing portions. can be coupled to the first fixed portion 138 of the mount 130.

[0183] Thus, the upper body 120 can be coupled to the lower body 110 .

[0184] In addition, the mount 130 is positioned so that it can be stably fixed to the lower body 110. This prevents the upper body 120 from shaking relative to the lower body 110. This can be done.

[0185] The connection terminal hole 133a may be formed in the bottom 133 of the mount 130. The connection terminal hole 133a may have a slit shape. The first connection terminal 191 may be provided above the separation wall 112 (see FIG. 20). The first connection terminal 191 may include a pair of first connection terminals. The first connection terminal 191 and the connection terminal hole 133a may be formed at positions corresponding to each other. When the upper body 120 is coupled to the lower body 110, the first connection terminal 191 The second card can be exposed to the container receiving space 134 through the connection terminal hole 133a. When the cartridge 200 is coupled to the upper body 120, the heater 262 (see FIG. 8) The first connection terminal 191 is in contact with the battery 190 and the control device 193. The electrically connected device is not limited to this. stomach.

[0186] The PCB assembly 150 includes a connector 15 exposed on the underside of the upper body 120. 2, the lower body 110 can be electrically connected to the device inside the lower body 110. One side of the connector 117 may be open to form a connector insertion opening 117. The connector insertion opening 117 can be formed at a position corresponding to the column 140. The connection terminal 192 is located inside the lower body 110 and can be opened. When the upper body 120 is coupled to the lower body 110, The connector 152 is inserted into the connector insertion port 117 and comes into contact with the second connection terminal 192. When the connector 152 contacts the second connection terminal 192, the PCB assembly 150 At least one of the devices, such as a battery 190 and a control device 193, is connected to the connector 152. The device to be electrically connected is not limited to this.

[0187] When the upper body 120 is mated with the lower body 110, the second sensor 180 The sensor can be inserted into the space 137b provided by the sensor receiving portion 137. The receptacle 137 can surround the second sensor 180. When coupled to the dee 110, the second sensor 180 is inserted from the underside of the sensor receiving space 137b. The sensor can be inserted upward from the sensor receiving portion 137. The sensing hole 137a can be open toward the cartridge 200. The sensor 180 can be directed toward the sensing hole 137a inside the sensor housing portion 137. The second sensor 180 is located inside the sensor housing portion 137 through the cartridge inlet 224 (see FIG. 8). The second sensor 180 may be positioned facing the sensing hole 137. It is possible to sense the flow of air around a.

[0188] 23 to 25, the cartridge 200 includes a first container 210, a second container 211, and a The heater 220 may include at least one of a wick 261 and a heater 262 . The cartridge 200 may include a sealing member 250 .

[0189] The first container 210 may be formed in a hollow shape. The first container 210 can enclose a space inside the first chamber. The first chamber C1 may be open on one side or on the bottom. The first container 210 may have an insertion space 214 into which the stick 400 can be inserted. The first chamber C1 and the stick 400 are connected to each other inside the first container 210. The insertion space 214 may be open at both ends and have an elongated shape. The insertion space 214 extends vertically and has open upper and lower ends. The insertion space 214 may have a cylindrical shape.

[0190] The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 is located inside the first container 210, and the first container The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 can separate the interior space of the first container 210. The outer wall 211 of the antenna 210 defines a first chamber C1 on one side of the space surrounded by the outer wall 211, and a second chamber C2 on the other side. The inner wall 212 of the first container 210 can define an insertion space 214. It can extend to surround at least a portion of the periphery of the insertion space 214 .

[0191] Therefore, the efficiency of the space for storing the liquid is improved, and the convenience of the inhalation action for the user is improved. It is possible.

[0192] The second container 220 can be coupled to the first container 210. The second container 220 can be attached to one side or the bottom of the first container 210. The open side of the first chamber C1 can be closed. A second chamber C2 can be provided which communicates with the receiving space 214. The wick 261 is It may be provided inside the antenna 220.

[0193] The cartridge inlet 224 communicates the second chamber C2 with the outside of the cartridge 200. The cartridge inlet 224 is formed in the outer wall of the second container 220. The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed in the side wall 221 of the second container 220. The cartridge inlet 224 may open to the side. 2 may be formed at a position higher than the bottom 222 of the container 220.

[0194] Therefore, droplets present in the connecting channel 2314 are introduced through the cartridge inlet 224. Leakage to the outside of the cartridge 200 can be prevented.

[0195] The second container 220 includes at least one of a lower case 230 and a frame 240. The lower case 230 may form the outer shape of the second container 220. The lower case 230 may be disposed below the first container 210. The lower case 230 can be connected to the first container 210. The periphery of the lower case 230 can be connected to the wall 211. The cartridge inlet 224 is formed in the outer wall of the lower case 230. The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed in a side wall 2311 of the lower case 230. The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed at a position higher than the bottom 2312 of the lower case 230. The lower case 230 may provide an internal storage space 2310. 230 can accommodate at least a portion of the frame 240 within the accommodation space 2310. The lower case 230 can support a frame 240.

[0196] The lower case 230 may include a receiving portion 231. The receiving portion 231 may have a receiving space therein. The receiving space 2310 is formed above the receiving portion 231. The receiving portion 231 can surround the sides and bottom of the receiving space 2310. The side walls 2311 of the receiving portion 231 can surround the sides of the receiving space 2310. The bottom 2312 of the second chamber C2 can cover the lower part of the receiving space 2310. The receiving portion 231 may be formed at a position where the space 2310 is formed. It can surround the part.

[0197] The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed on one side of the receiving portion 231. The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed on the outer wall of the receiving portion 231. The cartridge inlet 224 may be formed in one side wall 2311 of the extension 232 adjacent to the underside of the extension 232. The cartridge inlet 224 may be positioned higher than the bottom 2312 of the receiving portion 231. It can be formed in a position.

[0198] The receiving portion 231 may have a connecting channel 2314 therein. The connecting channel 2314 can communicate with the cartridge inlet 224. The connecting channel 2314 may be formed between the receiving portion 231 and the frame 240. 240. The connecting channel 2314 connects the cartridge inlet 224 and the chamber The connecting channel 2314 may be located between the cartridge inlet 224 and the bar inlet 2424. and the chamber inlet 2424 can be connected.

[0199] The blocking wall 2317 may be formed on the connecting channel 2314. The blocking wall 2317 may be provided to protrude upward from the bottom 2312 or frame of the receiving portion 231. The connecting channel 2314 may be provided by a blocking wall 2317. The blocking wall 2317 separates the cartridge inlet 224 and the chamber inlet 2424. The blocking wall 2317 may be disposed between the one side wall 2311 of the receiving portion 231 and the second frame. The blocking wall 2317 may be disposed between one side wall 2421 of the receiving portion 231 and the blocking wall 2317. The blocking wall 2317 may be formed parallel to the wall 2311. The blocking wall 2317 is parallel to one side wall 2421 of the second frame portion 242. The blocking wall 2317 faces one side wall 2421 of the second frame portion 242. The blocking wall 2317 can be used to connect the cartridge inlet 224 and / or the chamber inlet 24 24. The blocking wall 2317 may extend higher than the height of the extension 232 and / or the bottom The blocking wall 2317 can extend below the height of the cartridge inlet. 224 and / or the chamber inlet 2424 extend in a direction intersecting the opening direction. The cartridge inlet 224 can face the blocking wall 2317. The chamber inlet 2424 can face the blocking wall 2317 .

[0200] Therefore, the droplets generated in the second chamber C2 flow through the cartridge inlet 224. Leakage to the outside of the cartridge 200 can be prevented.

[0201] The lower case 230 may include an extension 232 extending outward from the housing 231. The extension 232 may extend outward from one upper end of the receiving portion 231. extends outward from the side wall 2311 of the storage section 231 in which the cartridge inlet 224 is formed. The extension 232 may be located below the first chamber C1. The first frame portion 241 can be supported.

[0202] The lower case 230 includes a peripheral portion 2322 that is coupled to the periphery of the first container 210. The peripheral portion 2322 is formed along the periphery of the lower case 230 at the upper end of the lower case 230. The peripheral portion 2322 extends along the periphery of the receiving portion 231 and the extension portion 232. The peripheral portion 2322 may have a continuous band shape. The peripheral portion 2322 may have a shape that protrudes upward from the periphery of the main case 230. The outer wall 211 of the first container 210 can be connected to the lower end of the outer wall 211 of the first container 210. The lower end of the recessed portion 2322 is recessed upward so that the peripheral portion 2322 can be inserted therein. The peripheral portion 2322 and the outer wall 211 of the first container 210 are attached to each other via an adhesive member. For example, the adhesive member may be a tape or a bond. The adhesive member is not limited to the above-mentioned. Not determined.

[0203] The frame 240 may be disposed between the lower case 230 and the first container 210. At least a portion of the frame 240 can be accommodated in the accommodation space 2310. The frame 240 can be coupled to the lower case 230 in the space 2310. The open side or the bottom side of the first chamber C1 can be closed. The frame 240 divides the interior of the lower case 230 and forms the bottom of the second case C1. The frame 240 can provide at least one second chamber C2. The second chamber C2 can surround both the frame 240 and the container 23. The second chamber C2 can be surrounded by an outer wall of the insertion space 214. The second chamber C2 may be formed on the side of the insertion space 214. The chamber inlet 2424 may be formed on one side of the frame 240. 2424 can communicate with the second chamber C2.

[0204] The frame 240 may include a first frame portion 241 that forms the bottom of the first chamber C1. The first frame portion 241 can close the open side of the first chamber C1. The frame 240 partitions the interior of the lower case 230 to provide a second chamber C2. The second frame portion 242 is located inside the lower case 230. The second frame portion 242 can be connected to the first frame portion 241. The frame portion 242 can surround at least a portion of the second chamber C2.

[0205] The second frame portion 242 can be accommodated in the accommodation space 2310. The wall 2421 can surround at least a portion of the side of the second chamber C2. The bottom 2422 of the frame portion 242 can form the bottom of the second chamber C2. 31 can support the second frame portion 242. The bottom 2312 of the receiving portion 231 is The bottom 2422 of the frame portion 242 can be supported. The chamber inlet 2424 may be formed in the side wall 2421 of the frame portion 242. The chamber inlet 2424 may be open to the bottom of the second chamber C2 or the second frame part. 242. The bottom 2422 of the recess 242 may be formed at a higher position.

[0206] Therefore, the droplets generated in the second chamber C2 flow through the chamber inlet 2424. This can prevent leakage to the outside of the second chamber C2.

[0207] The first frame portion 241 may have a shape that extends outward from one side of the second frame portion 242. The first frame portion 241 extends from the upper portion of the receiving space 2310 in the same direction as the extension portion 232. The first frame portion 241 can cover a part of the upper side of the lower case 230. The lower case 230 can support one surface of the first frame portion 241.

[0208] The bottom 2411 of the first frame portion 241 may form the bottom of the first chamber C1. The bottom 2411 of the first frame portion 241 is connected to the upper end of one side wall 2421 of the second frame portion 242. The bottom 2411 of the first frame portion 241 has an extension 232 extending outward. The bottom 2411 of the first frame part 241 can extend in the direction in which the extension part 2 32 and the upper side of the connecting channel 2314. 11 can be supported by extension 232.

[0209] The side wall 2412 of the first frame part 241 is located at a periphery of the bottom 2422 of the second frame part 242. The first frame portion 241 can extend from the side along the periphery of the bottom portion 2411 of the first frame portion 241. The side wall 2412 of the frame portion 241 is aligned along the edge of the bottom portion 2411 of the first frame portion 241. The side wall 2412 of the first frame portion 241 may have a strip shape extending from the bottom 241. The first frame portion 242 may protrude upward from the periphery of the second frame portion 242. A part of the side wall 2412 of the housing portion 241 can be accommodated in the accommodation space 2310. The wall 2311 is one of the side walls 2412 of the first frame portion 241 adjacent to the second frame portion 242. The part can be supported.

[0210] The side wall 2311 and the bottom 2312 of the receiving portion 231 surround one side of the connecting channel 2314. The bottom 2411 of the first frame part 241 and the side wall 242 of the second frame part 242 The rounded surface 2418 can surround the other side of the connecting channel 2314. The rounded surface 241 can extend between the frame portion 241 and the second frame portion 242. The rounded surface 2418 faces one side of the connecting channel 2314. The rounded portion 241 can extend from the rim portion 241 toward the chamber inlet 2424. The surface 2418 extends from the bottom 2411 of the first frame portion 241 to the side wall 24 of the second frame portion 242. The rounded surface 2418 can extend rounded toward the upper side of the connecting channel 2314. The rounded surface 2418 may be spaced upward from the blocking wall 2317. A portion of the connecting channel 2314 may be located between the rounded surface 2418 and the blocking wall 2317 .

[0211] The hook 2415 may be formed on the first frame portion 241. The hooks 2415 may be formed adjacent to the periphery of the first frame portion 241. The hook 2415 protrudes upward from the first hook portion 2411 and may have an outwardly curved shape. The hook 241 may be located adjacent to or in contact with the side wall 2412 of the frame portion 241. The end of the 5 can be bent outward and placed on the upper side of the side wall 2412 of the first frame portion 241. The hooks 2415 may be plural. The plural hooks 2415 are attached to the periphery of the first frame portion 241. The hooks 2415 may be arranged along the circumference. The sealing member 250 may be made up of three hooks. It can be fastened to a hook 2415 .

[0212] The wick 261 may be provided in the second chamber C2. The wick 261 may be connected to the first chamber C1. The wick 261 can be used to extract the liquid stored in the first chamber C1 from the first chamber C1. The heater 262 may be provided in the second chamber C2. The heater 262 can heat the core 261. The heater 262 can wind the core 261. The heater 262 heats the wick 261 that receives the liquid, and air is released into the second chamber C2. The core 261 can be fixed to the second frame part 242. The core insertion groove 2426 is formed so that the side wall 2421 of the second frame portion 242 is recessed downward. The core insertion groove 2426 may be formed in pairs on both sides. The cores 2424 and 2426 can be inserted into the core insertion grooves 2426 and fixed.

[0213] Air can flow into the interior of the cartridge 200 through the cartridge inlet 224. The air flowing in through the cartridge inlet 224 passes through the connecting channel 2314, the channel The bar inlet 2424, the second chamber C2, and the insertion space 214 can be passed through in sequence. The air passing through the connecting flow path 2314 flows between the blocking wall 2317 and the rounded surface 2418. , which can flow along the rounded surface 2418 and into the chamber inlet 2424. The air passing through the second chamber C2 carries the aerosol generated in the second chamber C2. It can flow with it.

[0214] Therefore, the loss of air flow in the connecting channel 2314 can be reduced.

[0215] The aerosol may be injected into the insertion space 214 and / or the stick inserted into the insertion space 214. 400 can be provided.

[0216] A sealing member 250 may be disposed between the first container 210 and the second container 220. The sealing member 250 has a first chamber C1 and a second chamber C2. The sealing member 250 may be disposed between the second container 220 and the container 210, which closes the open side of the container 210. It can be disposed or inserted between the first chamber C1 and the frame 240. The sealing member 250 may surround the lower end of the first chamber C1. The sealing member 250 can be tightly attached to the first container 210 and the frame 240. A portion of the ring member 250 can be tightly attached to the second container 220. 250 may have a continuous band shape.

[0217] Therefore, the liquid stored in the first chamber C1 flows through the portion that defines the first chamber C1. This can prevent leakage through gaps formed at the joints between the materials.

[0218] The sealing member 250 has a first sealing portion 251 and a second sealing portion 252. The first sealing portion 251 is provided on the outside of the first container 210. It can be disposed or inserted between the wall 211 and the first frame portion 241. The first sealing portion 251 may extend along the outer wall 211 of the first container 210 . The first sealing portion 251 is formed between the outer wall 211 of the first container 210 and the first frame portion 241. The first sealing portion 251 can be tightly attached to the side wall 2411. The plurality of hooks 2415 can be fastened to the first hook 2415. The first sealing portion 251 may be arranged along the periphery thereof. A part of the hook 2415 is inserted between the end of the hook 2415 and the side wall 2412 of the first frame part 241. It can be tightly attached.

[0219] The second sealing portion 252 may be connected to the first sealing portion 251. 252 may be disposed between the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 and the second frame portion 242 The second sealing portion 252 is disposed between the first chamber C1 and the second chamber C2. The second sealing portion 252 is formed by sealing the first sealing portion 251 to the inner wall of the first container 210. The second sealing portion 252 can extend along the first container 210. The first container 210 can be tightly fitted to the wall 212 and the upper end of the second frame portion 242. The inner wall 212 presses the upper portion of the second sealing portion 252 toward the second frame portion 242. A part of the second sealing portion 252 can be inserted into the second frame portion 242. can be done.

[0220] Referring to FIG. 25, the side wall 2421 of the second frame portion 242 is on the side of the second chamber C2. The side wall 2421 of the second frame portion 242 can surround the first container 210. The inner wall 212 may be located adjacent to the lower end of the inner wall 212.

[0221] The lower support surface 2522 and the side support surface 2523 are located at the lower end of the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. The lower support surface 2522 can surround and adhere to the edge of the first container 210. The lower end surface of the inner wall 212 can be supported. The inner wall 212 of the casing 210 may extend along the periphery of the casing 210 .

[0222] The side support surface 2523 may extend along the periphery of the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. The side support surface 2523 is a side surface adjacent to the lower end surface of the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. can be supported.

[0223] The support 2428 may be disposed below the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. 28 may be located on an extension of the inner wall 212 of the first container 210.

[0224] The first container 210 can be combined with the second container 220. The outer wall 211 of the first container 210 can be coupled to the periphery of the lower case 230. The lower end of the outer wall 211 is recessed upward so that the peripheral portion 2322 can be inserted therein. The outer wall 211 of the first container 210 may be attached to the periphery 2322.

[0225] When the first container 210 is coupled to the lower case 230, the first sealing portion 251 It can be tightly attached to the frame portion 241 and the outer wall 211 of the first container 210.

[0226] When the first container 210 is coupled to the lower case 230, the inner wall 21 of the first container 210 2 can press the second sealing portion 252 toward the second frame portion 242. When the inner wall 212 of the container 210 presses against the second sealing portion 252, the second sealing portion The portion 252 can be tightly fitted to the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 and the second frame portion 242. The second sealing portion 252 can withstand the force received from the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. It can be transmitted to the first sealing part 251 and the second frame part 242.

[0227] Therefore, it is possible to reduce the number of bonding sites via adhesive members, and the bonding between the components can be reduced. This reduces the number of parts required, making the internal connection structure of the cartridge 200 simpler and easier to manufacture. It can improve sexuality.

[0228] In addition, the sealing member 250 is stably bonded or fixed without a separate adhesive. This allows for tight sealing around the periphery.

[0229] Referring to Figure 26, the stick 400 can include a medium portion 410. The stick 400 includes a cooling section 420. The stick 400 includes a filter section 430. The cooling section 420 is disposed between the medium section 410 and the filter section 430. The stick 400 may include a wrapper 440. The wrapper 440 may include a medium portion. The wrapper 440 can wrap the cooling portion 420. The stick 400 has a cylindrical shape. obtain.

[0230] The medium portion 410 may include a medium 411. The medium portion 410 may include a first medium cover 413. The medium portion 410 may include a second medium cover 415. 11 can be disposed between the first medium cover 413 and the second medium cover 415. The bar 413 may be disposed at one end of the stick 400. The length of the medium portion 410 is 24 mm. could be.

[0231] The medium 411 can contain a substance with various components. The medium 411 may be composed of a plurality of granules. The size of the medium 411 can be 0.4 mm to 1.12 mm. The length L2 of the medium 411 may be 10 mm. The second medium cover 413 may be made of acetate material. The first medium cover 413 may be made of a paper material. The second medium cover 415 may be made of a paper material. At least one of the first medium cover 413 and the second medium cover 415 may be made of a material. The other is made of paper material, which has a wrinkled shape and multiple openings between which air can flow. The gaps may be smaller than the size of each granule of the medium 411. The length L1 of the first medium cover 413 may be shorter than the length L2 of the medium 411. The length L3 of the cover 413 may be shorter than the length L2 of the medium 411. The length L1 of the second medium cover 413 may be 7 mm. The length L2 of the second medium cover 413 may be 7 mm. do.

[0232] Therefore, each granule of the medium 411 is separated from the medium portion 410 and the stick 400. I can't do that.

[0233] The cooling section 420 may have a cylindrical shape. The cooling section 420 may have a hollow shape. The cooling section 420 may be disposed between the medium section 410 and the filter section 430. The cooling section 420 may be disposed between the medium section 415 and the filter section 430. The cooling section 420 may be formed into a tubular shape surrounding the passage 424. The cooling section 420 may be thicker than the wrapper 440. The cooling section 420 may be made of a thicker paper material than the wrapper 440. The length L4 of the cooling section 42 may be the same as or approximately the same as the length L2 of the medium 411. The length L4 of the cooling passage 424 may be 10 mm. When inserted inside the generator (see FIG. 3), at least a portion of the cooling section 420 The ion beam may be exposed to the exterior of the ion beam generating device.

[0234] Therefore, the cooling section 420 supports the media section 410 and the filter section 430 and adheres them together. The cooling part 420 can secure the rigidity of the block 400. In addition, the cooling part 420 is connected to the medium part 410 and the filter. The wrapper 440 is supported between the adhesive layer 430 and the adhesive layer 430, and the adhesive layer 430 secures a portion where the wrapper 440 is adhered. The heated air and aerosol can be cooled by the cooling passage inside the cooling section 420. It may be cooled while passing through filter 424.

[0235] The filter part 430 may be made of an acetate material. 0 can be placed at the other end of the stick 400. When inserted inside (see FIG. 3), the filter part 430 is exposed to the outside of the aerosol generating device. The user can hold the filter part 430 in his mouth and inhale air. The length L5 of the filter portion 430 may be 14 mm.

[0236] The wrapper 440 encases or surrounds the media section 410, the cooling section 420, and the filter section 430. The wrapper 440 can form the outer shape of the stick 400. The wrapper 440 may be made of a paper material. The adhesive part 441 is formed on one side end of the wrapper 440. The wrapper 440 may encase the medium portion 410, the cooling portion 420, and the filter portion 430. The adhesive portion 441 formed on one side edge and the other side edge may be adhered to each other. The wrapper 440 enveloping the cooling section 420 and the filter section 430 is attached to one end of the stick 400. The other end may not be covered.

[0237] Therefore, the wrapper 440 includes the media section 410, the cooling section 420, and the filter section 430. This can fix the stick 400 and prevent it from coming off.

[0238] The first thin film 443 may be disposed at a position corresponding to the first medium cover 413. 3 is disposed between the wrapper 440 and the first medium cover 413, or between the wrapper 440 and the first medium cover 413. The first thin film 443 can surround the first medium cover 413. The first thin film 443 may be made of a metal material. The first thin film 443 may be made of an aluminum material. The first thin film 443 may adhere to or coat the wrapper 440.

[0239] The second thin film 445 may be disposed at a position corresponding to the second medium cover 415. 5 is disposed between the wrapper 440 and the second medium cover 415 or between the wrapper 440 The second thin film 445 may be made of a metal material. The second thin film 445 may be made of aluminum material. It can be tagged.

[0240] Therefore, a capacitance sensor (c) that recognizes the stick is installed inside the aerosol generator. When a capacitive sensor is inserted, the capacitive sensor It can sense whether the sensor 400 is inserted into the aerosol generating device.

[0241] FIG. 27 is a block diagram of an aerosol generating device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0242] Referring to FIG. 27, the aerosol generating device 1000 includes a communication interface 1100. , input / output interface 1200, aerosol generation module 1300, memory 140 0, a sensor module 1500, a battery 1600, and / or a control unit 1700. It can be done.

[0243] In one embodiment, the aerosol generating device 1000 may consist of only the body 100. In this case, the components included in the aerosol generating device 1000 may be located in the body 100. In another embodiment, the aerosol generating device 1000 includes a cartridge containing the aerosol generating material. In this case, the aerosol generating device 1000 may be configured with a body 200 and a body 100. The included components are located in at least one of the body 100 and the cartridge 200. It can be placed.

[0244] The communication interface 1100 is for communication with external devices and / or networks. It may include at least one communication module, for example, a communication interface 1 100 is for wired communication such as USB (universal serial bus) For example, the communication interface 1100 may include a Wi-Fi -Fi (wireless fidelity) (registered trademark), Bluetooth etooth) (registered trademark), BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) ( Registered trademark), Zigbee (registered trademark), NFC (Near Field Communication) It may include a communication module for wireless communication such as do.

[0245] The input / output interface 1200 is an input device for receiving commands from a user and / or The input device may include an output device that outputs information to a user. For example, the input device may be a touch panel. , physical buttons, microphones, etc. For example, output devices may include a display, Display devices that output visual information such as LEDs, and audio information such as speakers and buzzers This includes audio devices that output haptic information, and motors that output haptic effects. can be done.

[0246] The input / output interface 1200 responds to commands input by a user via an input device. Corresponding data can be transmitted to other components (etc.) of the aerosol generating device 1000. , information corresponding to data received from other components (etc.) of the aerosol generating device 1000 can be output via an output device.

[0247] The aerosol generating module 1300 generates an aerosol from an aerosol generating material. sol) can be generated. Here, the aerosol-generating substance is Among the various states that can be It can be any one substance or a combination of two or more substances.

[0248] In one embodiment, the liquid aerosol-forming material is a tobacco-containing aerosol containing volatile tobacco flavor components. In other embodiments, the liquid may contain a non-tobacco substance. Aerosol-forming substances in the body include water, solvents, nicotine, plant extracts, fragrances, and flavoring agents. , vitamin mixtures, etc.

[0249] Solid-state aerosol-forming materials include tobacco products such as reconstituted tobacco sheets, shredded tobacco, and granules. The solid aerosol-forming material may include a solid material based on the raw material. It can include solid substances including taste modifiers, flavoring substances, etc. For example, taste modifiers can be carbonated It can contain calcium, sodium bicarbonate, calcium oxide, etc. The flavoring substances are natural substances such as Habu granules, or silica and zeola containing flavoring ingredients. It may contain zeolite, dextrin, etc.

[0250] The aerosol-generating substance may be an aerosol such as glycerin or propylene glycol. A forming agent may further be included.

[0251] The aerosol generation module 1300 can include at least one heater. .

[0252] The aerosol generation module 1300 includes an electrical resistive heater (e.g., heater 262 , see FIG. 2). For example, the electrical resistance heater may include at least one The electrically conductive track may include an electrically conductive track. Here, the heated electric resistance heater can The sol-forming material can be heated.

[0253] The electrically conductive track may comprise an electrically resistive material. The tracks may be made of a metallic material. Alternatively, the electrically conductive tracks may be made of a ceramic material. The substrate may be made of a ceramic material, carbon, a metal alloy, or a composite of a ceramic material and a metal.

[0254] Electrical resistance heaters can include electrically conductive tracks formed in a variety of shapes. For example, the electrically conductive track may be in the form of a tube, a plate, a needle, a rod, or a coil. It can be formed into one of either one.

[0255] The aerosol generation module 1300 is an induction heating For example, induction heaters are heaters that use electrical conduction. The device may include an electrically conductive coil, and the peripheral An alternating magnetic field that changes direction periodically When an alternating magnetic field is applied to a magnetic body, eddies are generated in the magnetic body. Eddy current loss and hysteresis loss Energy loss due to heat loss may occur. The heat released as energy heats the aerosol-forming material adjacent to the magnetic material. Here, the object that generates heat due to the magnetic field is called a susceptor. It can be said that.

[0256] On the other hand, the aerosol generating module 1300 generates ultrasonic vibrations to Aerosols can also be generated from aerosol-forming materials.

[0257] The aerosol generation module 1300 includes a cartomizer, a sprayer, and a spray nozzle. It can also be called an atomizer or vaporizer.

[0258] The memory 1400 stores programs for signal processing and control within the control unit 1700. can be stored, and processed data and data to be processed can be stored .

[0259] For example, the memory 1400 performs various operations that can be performed by the control unit 1700. The application program designed for this purpose is stored, and upon request of the control unit 1700, the stored A part of the application program can be selectively provided.

[0260] For example, the memory 1400 stores the operation time of the aerosol generating device 1000, the maximum number of puffs, The current puff count, at least one temperature profile, and data about the user's inhalation pattern. Here, the puff can mean the user's inhalation, Inhalation can be the act of a user drawing something into the user's mouth, nose, or lungs. do.

[0261] The memory 1400 may include a volatile memory (e.g., DRAM, SRAM, SDRAM, etc.), Non-volatile memory (e.g., flash memory, hard disk) Hard disk drive (HDD), solid state drive Solid-state drive (SSD)) It can be done.

[0262] The sensor module 1500 can include at least one sensor.

[0263] For example, the sensor module 1500 is a sensor that detects puffs (hereinafter, referred to as a puff sensor). ), for example, the second sensor 180 (see FIG. 2). The sensors include proximity sensors like IR sensors, pressure sensors, gyro sensors, It can be realized by an acceleration sensor, a magnetic field sensor, etc.

[0264] For example, the sensor module 1500 may be included in the aerosol generation module 1300. The temperature of the heater and the temperature of the aerosol-generating material are detected by a sensor (hereinafter referred to as the temperature sensor). It may include a (referred to as "sir").

[0265] Here, the heater included in the aerosol generation module 1300 acts as a temperature sensor. For example, the electrically resistive material of the heater may have a temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR). a material with a temperature coefficient of resistance The sensor module 1500 measures the resistance of the heater, which changes with temperature. The temperature of the heater can be sensed.

[0266] For example, the body 100 and / or cartridge 200 of the aerosol generating device 1000 If a stick can be inserted into the sensor module 1500, the sensor module 1500 detects the insertion of the stick. The stick sensor may include a sensor that detects the stick position.

[0267] For example, if the aerosol generating device 1000 includes the cartridge 200, the sensor module The module 1500 controls the attachment / detachment and position of the cartridge 200 relative to the body 100. The cartridge may include a sensor (hereinafter referred to as a cartridge sensor) that detects the cartridge.

[0268] Here, the stick sensor and / or cartridge detection sensor is an inductance Base sensor, capacitance sensor, resistance sensor, Hall effect It can be realized by using a Hall sensor that uses Cut.

[0269] In the following, the stick sensor is the first sensor 155 (see FIG. 17), The case where the sensor 155 is an optical proximity sensor will be described as an example. A case where the sensor includes a first connection terminal 191 (see FIG. 21) will be described as an example.

[0270] For example, the sensor module 1500 may be provided in the aerosol generating device 1000. a voltage sensor that senses the voltage applied to the component (e.g., battery 1600) and / or A current sensor for sensing current may be included.

[0271] The battery 1600 is controlled by the control unit 1700 to operate the aerosol generating device 1000. The battery 1600 can provide the power used to operate the aerosol generator. Other components included in the configuration device 1000, such as the communication interface 1100, a communication module, an output device included in the input / output interface 1200, an aerosol generator The heater included in the forming module 1300 can be supplied with power. For example, The battery 1600 is the battery 190 housed inside the lower body 110. could be.

[0272] The battery 1600 may be a rechargeable battery or a disposable battery. For example, the battery 1600 may be a lithium ion battery, a lithium polymer battery ( Li-Polymer battery, Lithium-ion phosphate battery The battery may be, but is not limited to, a lithium ion battery. Battery 1600 is a lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO2) battery, lithium titanate It can also be made up of a lithium battery.

[0273] The aerosol generating device 1000 includes a battery 1600, which is a circuit for protecting the battery. Protection Circuit Module (PCM) The battery protection module (PCM) may further include a battery 16 For example, a battery protection module (PCM) may be disposed adjacent to the top surface of the battery pack. To prevent the battery 1600 from being overcharged or overdischarged, If a short circuit occurs in the connected circuit, if an overvoltage is applied to the battery 1600, If an overcurrent flows to the Battery 1600, the circuit to the Battery 1600 will be cut off. This can be done.

[0274] The aerosol generating device 1000 further includes a charging terminal to which power supplied from an external source is input. For example, one side of the body 100 of the aerosol generating device 1000 may be filled with A charging terminal (e.g., charging port 119 (see FIG. 2)) may be formed on the aerosol generating device 1. 000 can charge the battery 1600 using the power supplied through the charging terminal. Here, the charging terminal is a wired terminal for USB communication, a pogo pin (pogo pi n).

[0275] The aerosol generating device 1000 receives an externally supplied signal via a communication interface 1100. The aerosol generating device 1000 may receive the supplied power wirelessly. The power can be received wirelessly via an antenna included in a communication module for wireless communication. The battery 1600 can be charged using wirelessly supplied power.

[0276] The control unit 1700 can control the overall operation of the aerosol generating device 1000. For example, the control unit 1700 may be a control device 1 housed inside the lower body 110. It may contain 93.

[0277] The control unit 1700 is connected to each component included in the aerosol generating device 1000. and controls the overall operation of each component by sending and / or receiving signals between them. It is possible.

[0278] The control unit 1700 may include at least one processor. The processor can be used to control the overall operation of the aerosol generating device 1000. So, the processor is like a CPU (central processing unit). Of course, the processor can be a dedicated device such as an ASIC ( dedicated device) or other hardware-based processors. It could be Sa.

[0279] The control unit 1700 controls one of the functions of the aerosol generating device 1000. For example, the control unit 1700 can be provided in the aerosol generating device 1000. The status of each component that has been set, user commands received via the input / output interface 1200, etc. Depending on the above, the aerosol generating device 1000 may have multiple functions (e.g., a preheating function, a heating function, It can perform one of two functions: charging function, cleaning function, etc.

[0280] The control unit 1700 controls the aerosol generating device based on the data stored in the memory 1400. The control unit 1700 can control the operation of each component included in the 1000. For example, the control unit 1700 , the temperature profile stored in the memory 1400, the user's inhalation pattern, etc. Based on the data, a predetermined amount of charge is transferred from the battery 1600 to the aerosol generating module 1300. The power can be controlled to be supplied for a predetermined period of time.

[0281] The control unit 1700 detects the puff through the puff sensor included in the sensor module 1500. For example, the control unit 1700 can determine the occurrence of the puff sensor. Based on the value, the temperature change, the flow rate change, the pressure change in the aerosol generating device 1000 are It is possible to check the change in temperature and voltage, and determine whether a puff has occurred based on the results. This can be done.

[0282] The control unit 1700 controls the aerosol generating device 100 depending on the occurrence of puffs and / or the number of puffs. For example, the control unit 1700 can control the operation of each component included in the memory. Change the heater temperature based on a temperature profile stored in the 1400 or It can be controlled to maintain

[0283] The control unit 1700 controls the heater so as to cut off the power supply to the heater according to a predetermined condition. For example, when the stick 400 is removed from the insertion space 214, When the cartridge 200 is separated from the body 100, the number of puffs reaches the preset maximum number of puffs. When the number of puffs reaches the limit, if no puffs are detected for the preset time, the battery will be depleted. When the remaining capacity of the heater 600 is less than a predetermined value, the control unit 1700 controls the power supply to the heater. can be controlled to shut off.

[0284] The control unit 1700 can calculate the remaining capacity of the power stored in the battery 1600. For example, the control unit 1700 may control a voltage sensor included in the sensor module 1500. and / or calculate the remaining capacity of the battery 1600 based on the sensing value of the current sensor. It can be put out.

[0285] The control unit 1700 controls pulse width modulation (PWM). PWM and PID (Proportional-Integral-Difference) power to the heater using at least one of the following methods: It can be controlled as follows.

[0286] For example, the control unit 1700 may use a PWM method to set a predetermined frequency and duty ratio. The control unit 1 can be controlled to supply a current pulse having a predetermined value to the heater. 700 adjusts the frequency and duty ratio of the current pulses to supply to the heater. The power delivered can be controlled.

[0287] For example, the control unit 1700 determines a target temperature to be controlled based on the temperature profile. Here, the control unit 1700 determines the difference between the heater temperature and the target temperature. The difference value is integrated over time, and the difference value is differentiated over time. The power supplied to the heater is controlled using the PID method, a feedback control method that It is possible.

[0288] On the other hand, as a control method for supplying power to the heater, the PWM method and the PID method are used as examples. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the PI (Proportion al-Integral) method, PD (Proportional-Different) method Various control methods can be used, such as the ial method.

[0289] FIG. 28 is a flowchart illustrating a method of operating an aerosol generating device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. 29 is a diagram illustrating the operation of the aerosol generating device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. .

[0290] Referring to FIG. 28, the aerosol generating device 1000 detects a first sensor in operation S2810. The light can be irradiated through the sensor light source included in the sensor 155. Light generated by the light source can be irradiated toward the insertion space 214 .

[0291] In operation S2820, the aerosol generating device 1000 detects the flow rate of the first sensor 155. The signal from the photodiode can be monitored. 000 monitors the signal of the photodiode from the moment light is irradiated through the sensor light source. Can be ringed.

[0292] Here, the aerosol generating device 1000 monitors the signal of the photodiode. The signal level of the photodiode can be checked. The level of the signal of the photodiode may be a value corresponding to the amount of light incident on the photodiode.

[0293] The aerosol generating device 1000 performs S2830 operation based on the signal of the photodiode. Therefore, it can be determined whether an object is inserted into the insertion space 214. For example, an aerosol The generating device 1000 detects the reflection of the photodiode from the moment light is irradiated from the sensor light source. Whether an object is inserted into the insertion space 214 is determined based on the time until the object reacts to the light. It is possible.

[0294] When no object is inserted into the insertion space 214, the light beam from the sensor light source to the insertion space 214 is The light that was once irradiated is reflected by the inner wall 212 of the first container 210 and strikes the photodiode. On the other hand, when an object is inserted into the insertion space 214, the sensor light source At least a part of the light emitted from the first container 210 toward the insertion space 214 is reflected by the Before being reflected by the inner wall 212, the photosensitive material is reflected by an object inserted into the insertion space 214. The aerosol generating device 1000 can be configured to receive the light from the sensor. The time from when light is emitted from the light source to when the photodiode responds to the reflected light is If the time is less than the preset time, it can be determined that an object has been inserted into the insertion space 214.

[0295] On the other hand, when the aerosol generating device 1000 includes a plurality of first sensors 155, For each of the sensors 155, a photo is taken from the moment light is irradiated from the sensor light source. The time it takes for the diode to react to the reflected light can be determined. If the time confirmed for each of the first sensors 155 is less than the preset time, In this case, the aerosol generating device 1000 can determine that an object has been inserted into the insertion space 214. can.

[0296] In operation S2840, the aerosol generating device 1000 inserts an object into the insertion space 214. If it is determined that the photodiode is inserted into the insertion space 214, the photodiode signal level is used to determine whether the photodiode is inserted into the insertion space 214. It can be determined whether the object is a stick 400.

[0297] When the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214, the stick 400 inserted into the insertion space 214 The sensor 400 can be attached to the wall defining the insertion space 214. Most of the light emitted from the light source toward the insertion space 214 is inserted into the insertion space 214. The light can be reflected by the stick 400 and incident on the photodiode.

[0298] On the other hand, other objects other than the stick 400 having a shape corresponding to the cross section of the insertion space 214 may be used. When a body is inserted into the insertion space 214, the object inserted into the insertion space 214 and the insertion space 21 The wall that divides the insertion space 214 can be spaced apart. A part of the light emitted toward the stick 400 is reflected by the stick 400 inserted into the insertion space 214. The remaining part of the light is incident on the photodiode, and the remaining part is reflected by the object inserted into the insertion space 214. The light can be directed toward the space between the wall that defines 214.

[0299] Therefore, the level of the signal output from the photodiode is Since the amount of light corresponds to the amount of light emitted from the sensor light source, the aerosol generating device 1000 Based on the level of the signal received from the photodiode for a given time from the time the light is irradiated Based on this, it is possible to determine whether the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is a stick 400. can.

[0300] The aerosol generating device 1000 uses a lookup table Based on this, check the level range that includes the level of the signal received from the photodiode. , it can be determined whether the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is a stick 400. For example, the level range that includes the level of the signal received from the photodiode is the first level. When the aerosol generating device 1000 is in the range corresponding to the insertion space 214, the object inserted into the insertion space 214 It can be determined that the body is not a stick 400. For example, from the photodiode The second level range, which includes the level of the received signal, is greater than the first level range. When the insertion space 214 corresponds to the space, the aerosol generating device 1000 detects that the object inserted into the insertion space 214 It can be determined that it is a stick 400.

[0301] On the other hand, when the aerosol generating device 1000 includes a plurality of first sensors 155, For each of the sensors 155, the level of the signal received from the photodiode is included. The level range is checked to see if the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is a stick 400. Here, for each of the plurality of first sensors 155, If both of the level ranges are included in the second level range, the aerosol generating device 1000: It can be determined that the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is a stick 400.

[0302] In operation S2850, the aerosol generating device 1000 inserts the stick 40 into the insertion space 214. If it is determined that 0 has been inserted, it may control the heater 262 to supply power. can.

[0303] In operation S2860, the aerosol generating device 1000 inserts an object into the insertion space 214. If there is no stick 400, or if the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is not a stick 400, , the power supply to the heater 262 can be cut off.

[0304] Referring to (a) of FIG. 29, the monitoring starts from the moment light is irradiated from the sensor light source. When the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214, the signal of the photodiode is 2901 and 2902 when no object is inserted into the insertion space 214 may be different from each other. .

[0305] When the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214 (2901), the sensor light source Most of the light irradiated toward the space 214 is incident on the stick 4 inserted into the insertion space 214. 00 and is reflected by the photodiode, so when light is irradiated from the sensor light source, After the time t1 has elapsed, the photodiode can generate a signal in response to the light. On the other hand, if no object is inserted into the insertion space 214, the sensor light source The light irradiated toward the insertion space 214 is reflected by the inner wall 212 of the first container 210. After the time t2, which is longer than the time t1, has elapsed, the light is incident on the photodiode. The diode can generate a signal in response to light.

[0306] On the other hand, referring to (b) of FIG. 29, the monitor starts from the moment light is irradiated from the sensor light source. The signal of the photodiode being fed is output when the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214. When an object other than the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214, the 2912 and may differ from each other.

[0307] When an object other than the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214 2912, As in the case 2901 when the light source 400 is inserted, the light is directed from the sensor light source to the insertion space 214. The light that was previously irradiated is reflected by the object inserted into the insertion space 214 and strikes the photodiode. After the time t1 has elapsed since the light was emitted from the sensor light source, The diode can generate a signal in response to light. When an object other than the sensor 400 is inserted 2912, the sensor light source is Only a portion of the light irradiated toward 214 is reflected by the object, so after the passage of time t1 The signal level of the photodiode, which is confirmed later, indicates that the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214. If is inserted, the area of ​​the object from which the light is reflected can be smaller than 2901. The smaller the value, the smaller the signal level of the photodiode that is confirmed after the lapse of time t1. It is possible.

[0308] On the other hand, if an object other than the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214 (2912), A part of the light emitted from the sensor light source toward the insertion space 214 enters the insertion space 214. The light is irradiated toward the space separated between the inserted object and the wall that defines the insertion space 214. After being reflected by the wall that defines the insertion space 214, the light is applied to the photodiode. Therefore, when an object other than the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214, 912, the photodiode does not respond to light even after the t3 time, which is longer than the t1 time, has elapsed. Here, the photodiode signal observed after the time t3 has elapsed is The signal level of the code is 2901 when the stick 400 is inserted into the insertion space 214. The signal level of the photodiode is smaller than the level observed after the time t1 has elapsed. It is possible.

[0309] FIG. 30 is a flow chart illustrating a method of operation of an aerosol generating device according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. Detailed description of the content that overlaps with the content described in FIG. 28 will be omitted.

[0310] Referring to FIG. 30, the aerosol generating device 1000 detects a sensor module in operation S3001. The cartridge sensor included in the JUL 1500 detects the cartridge in the body 100. For example, the aerosol generating device 10 can sense the connection of the cartridge 200. 00, the first connection terminal 191 protruding outside the body 100 is connected to the cartridge 200. The cartridge 200 is connected to the body 100 by contacting the rotor 262. can be sensed.

[0311] In operation S3002, the aerosol generating device 1000 detects a sensor included in the first sensor 155. The light generated by the sensor light source is , can be irradiated toward the insertion space 214. The aerosol generating device 1000 includes: When the connection between the body 100 and the cartridge 200 is detected, the first The sensor 155 can be supplied with power, and while supplying power to the first sensor 155 , the sensor can be illuminated with light via a light source.

[0312] In operation S3003, the aerosol generating device 1000 detects the flow rate of the first sensor 155. The signal from the photodiode can be monitored. 000 monitors the signal of the photodiode from the moment light is irradiated through the sensor light source. Can be ringed.

[0313] In operation S3004, the aerosol generating device 1000 Therefore, it can be determined whether an object is inserted into the insertion space 214. For example, an aerosol The generating device 1000 detects the reflection of the photodiode from the moment light is irradiated from the sensor light source. If the time until the light reacts is less than the preset time, the object is inserted into the insertion space 214. It can be determined that this has been done.

[0314] In operation S3005, the aerosol generating device 1000 inserts an object into the insertion space 214. If it is determined that the photodiode is inserted into the insertion space 214, the photodiode signal level is used to determine whether the photodiode is inserted into the insertion space 214. For example, it can be determined whether the object is a stick 400. The device 1000 detects a photodiode within a predetermined time from the time when light is irradiated from the sensor light source. Based on the level of the signal received from the electrode, the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is stuck. It can be determined whether it is a check 400.

[0315] In operation S3006, the aerosol generating device 1000 In the case of the stick 400, the heater 262 can be powered. The aerosol generating device 1000 generates a temperature profile based on the temperature profile stored in the memory 1500. , the heater 262 can be powered.

[0316] In the aerosol generating device 1000, in operation S3007, the use of the heater 262 is finished. For example, the aerosol generating device 1000 may include a sensor module Monitors the number of puffs from the first puff detected via 1500 puff sensors When the number of puffs reaches the maximum number of puffs, the heater 262 is turned off. For example, the aerosol generating device 1000 can be judged to have If the remaining capacity of the heater 262 is less than a predetermined value, it can be determined that the heater 262 has finished being used. Cut.

[0317] In the aerosol generating device 1000, in operation S3008, the heater 262 is not used until the end. If the stick 400 is removed from the insertion space 214, it can be determined whether the stick 400 is removed. do.

[0318] The aerosol generating device 1000 detects the temperature of the aerosol generated by the heater 262 through the sensor light source while the heater 262 is in use. The light can be irradiated by the photodiode, and the light can be emitted from the insertion space 214 based on the signal from the photodiode. For example, it can be determined whether the tick 400 has been removed. 000 indicates that the photodiode reacts to the reflected light from the moment the light is irradiated from the sensor light source. If the time until the stick 400 is inserted is longer than the preset time, the stick 400 is ejected from the insertion space 214. can be considered to have been removed.

[0319] The aerosol generating device 1000 is configured such that the heater 262 is not completely used and the air is not coming out of the insertion space 214. If the stick 400 is not removed, the heater 262 will continue to be powered. This can be done.

[0320] On the other hand, in the aerosol generating device 1000, in operation S3009, the power supply to the heater 262 is turned on. For example, the aerosol generating device 1000 may be configured to cut off the supply of force. If the object inserted into the heater 262 is not a stick 400, or if the heater 262 is not powered, After supplying power, when the use of the heater 262 is finished, the supply of power to the heater 262 is stopped. It can be blocked.

[0321] The aerosol generating device 1000 includes an input / output interface 1200 in operation S3010. via the output device, a message is sent about the interruption of the power supply to the heater 262. For example, the aerosol generating device 1000 can be inserted into the insertion space 214. It outputs a message informing you that the object you have selected is not the stick 400 but some other object. For example, the aerosol generating device 1000 can be configured to A message can be output to notify that a

[0322] In the aerosol generating device 1000, in operation S3011, power is supplied to the heater 262. While the supply is shut off, it is monitored whether the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is removed. It is possible.

[0323] In operation S3012, the aerosol generating device 1000 ejects the stick 4 from the insertion space 214. When an object such as 00 is removed, the body 100 and the cartridge 200 are separated. For example, the aerosol generating device 1000 can determine whether the aerosol is present in the body 100. The first connection terminal 191 protruding to the outside and the heater 262 of the cartridge 200 are connected to each other. If they do not touch, it can be determined that the body 100 and the cartridge 200 have been separated. Cut.

[0324] The aerosol generating device 1000 is configured by combining a body 100 and a cartridge 200. While the sensor is in operation, light can be irradiated using the sensor light source, and a signal from the photodiode is generated. It can be monitored continuously.

[0325] Meanwhile, the aerosol generating device 1000, in operation S3013, When the edge 200 is separated from the sensor 155, the power supply to the sensor 155 is cut off. - The light source can be deactivated.

[0326] As described above, at least one embodiment of the present disclosure improves the efficiency of gas flow. This can improve the heat transfer efficiency of the aerosol to the stick 400.

[0327] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, an object is inserted into the cartridge 200. and whether the inserted object is a stick 400. It is possible to provide an aerosol generating device that can

[0328] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 and / or the stage Aerozoic equipped with sensors that can improve the accuracy of judgments on the DIC 400 A rule generating device can be provided.

[0329] 1 to 30, an aerosol generating device 1000 according to one aspect of the present disclosure has a long A cartridge 200 having a long insertion space 214 formed therein, and the cartridge 200 The body 100 to be coupled and the cartridge 200 coupled to the body 100 a sensor disposed in the body 100 adjacent to the insertion space 214; and a control unit. 1700. The sensor is connected to the cartridge 200. A sensor light source that irradiates light toward the insertion space 214 of the ridge 200, and a sensor light source that irradiates light toward the insertion space 214 of the ridge 200 The control unit 1700 controls the sensor light source to and controlling the insertion of the light based on a signal received from the photodiode. It is determined whether an object is inserted into the insertion space 214, and if the object is inserted into the insertion space 214, When the photodiode is inserted into the insertion space 214, the photodiode receives a signal. It can be determined whether the detected object is a stick 400.

[0330] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the cartridge 200 may also include a chamber for storing a liquid. A first container 210 having C1 and a second container 210 coupled to the first container 210. 220, and a wick 2 provided in the second container 220 and connected to the chamber C1. 61 and a heater 262 for heating the wick 261, and the first container 210 , an inner wall 212 defining the insertion space 214, and an outer wall 211, 1 may be formed between the inner wall 212 and the outer wall 211.

[0331] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the body 100 is A lower body 110 facing the lower part and a lower body 110 disposed above the lower body 110 and an upper body 120 facing the side of the cartridge 200, The sensor light source and the photodiode may be provided on the upper body 120 .

[0332] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the insertion space 214 is The sensor is formed adjacent to one side of the cartridge 200 that is in contact with the sensor. The light source and the photodiode are in contact with one side of the cartridge 200. The upper body 120 may be disposed adjacent to one side of the upper body 120.

[0333] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, from the time when the light is irradiated from the sensor light source, Based on the time until the photodiode reacts to the light, the insertion space 21 It is possible to determine whether an object has been inserted into 4.

[0334] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the control unit 1700 may If it is full, it can be determined that an object has been inserted into the insertion space 214.

[0335] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the level of the signal output from the photodiode corresponds to the amount of light incident on the photodiode, and the control unit - receiving from the photodiode for a predetermined time from the time when the light is irradiated from the light source; Based on the level of the signal, the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is detected by the stick 4. It can be determined whether it is 00.

[0336] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the control unit 1700 may include a lookup table ( lookup table) to check the level range that includes the level of the signal. If the confirmed level range corresponds to the first level range, the insertion space 214 is inserted. It is determined that the inserted object is not the stick 400, and the confirmed level range is When the second level range is larger than the first level range, the insertion space 214 is inserted. It can be determined that the inserted object is the stick 400.

[0337] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the control unit may be configured to control an object inserted into the insertion space 214. If the body is a stick 400, control the heater 262 to supply power; If the object inserted into the insertion space 214 is not a stick 400, the heater 2 The power supply to 62 can be controlled to be cut off.

[0338] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the body 100 may be provided with a protruding outer surface. The heater 262 includes a connection terminal 191, and the cartridge 200 and the body When the control unit 100 is connected to the connection terminal 191, the control unit 100 is electrically connected to the connection terminal 191. The cartridge 200 and the body 100 are connected via the connection terminal 191. When the cartridge 200 and the body 100 are connected, The sensor light source can be controlled to emit light.

[0339] The particular embodiments or other embodiments of the present disclosure described above are not intended to be mutually exclusive or distinct. It is not intended that any particular element or all of the elements in the embodiments of the present disclosure described above be construed as being different in structure or function from other elements. They can be combined with other elements or with each other.

[0340] For example, the configuration A described in one embodiment of the present disclosure and drawings and the configuration B described in another embodiment of the present disclosure and drawings The described B configurations can be combined with each other. Even if it is not directly explained, unless it is explained that the combination is impossible , said combinations are possible.

[0341] Although the above embodiments have been described in accordance with a number of exemplary embodiments, they are within the scope of the principles of the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art will recognize that many other variations and embodiments are possible. More particularly, the subject matter set forth within the scope of this disclosure, the drawings, and the appended claims. Numerous modifications and variations are possible in the mating components and / or arrangements. and / or other uses, as well as modifications and variations of the arrangement, will be apparent to those skilled in the art. .

Claims

1. Body and a cartridge coupled to the body and having a long insertion space; When the cartridge is coupled to the body, the insertion space of the cartridge a sensor disposed within the body adjacent to the a control unit; The sensor a sensor light source that irradiates light toward the insertion space of the cartridge; a photodiode responsive to incident light; The control unit Controlling the sensor light source to irradiate the light; Based on the signal received from the photodiode, an object is inserted into the insertion space. and decided that Based on the signal received from the photodiode, an object inserted into the insertion space is detected. An aerosol generating device characterized by determining whether it is a stick.

2. The cartridge comprises: a first container having a chamber for storing a liquid; a second container coupled to the first container; a wick disposed within the second container and connected to the chamber; a heater for heating the wick; the first container includes an inner wall and an outer wall that define the insertion space; The chamber is formed between the inner wall and the outer wall.

2. The aerosol generating device according to claim 1.

3. The body is a lower body that supports a lower portion of the cartridge; An upper body disposed on the lower body adjacent to the side of the cartridge. Including, The sensor light source and the photodiode are provided in the upper body. The aerosol generating device according to claim 1 .

4. The insertion space is adjacent to the side of the cartridge that is in contact with the upper body. and formed, The sensor light source and the photodiode are in contact with the side of the cartridge.

4. The method according to claim 3, wherein the upper body is disposed adjacent to one side surface of the upper body. The aerosol generating device is shown.

5. Based on the time it takes for the photodiode to react to the light irradiated from the sensor light source, 2. The method according to claim 1, wherein it is determined whether an object has been inserted into the insertion space based on the detected object. The aerosol generating device is shown.

6. The control unit further determines whether an object is inserted into the insertion space when the time is less than a preset time. The aerosol generating device according to claim 5, wherein the aerosol generating device determines that the aerosol has been introduced.

7. The signal received from the photodiode is proportional to the amount of light incident on the photodiode. indicates the corresponding level, The control unit further determines, based on the level of the signal received from the photodiode, The object inserted into the insertion space is determined to be a stick.

2. The aerosol generating device according to claim 1.

8. The control unit further The signal level of the signal is calculated based on a lookup table. Check the range and When the level range of the signal corresponds to the level range of the first signal, The object is determined not to be a stick. If the level range of the signal corresponds to a second level range that is greater than the first level range, In this case, the object inserted into the insertion space is determined to be a stick. The aerosol generating device according to claim 7.

9. The control unit further When the object inserted into the insertion space is determined to be a stick, the heater is energized. Control to supply power, If it is determined that the object inserted into the insertion space is not a stick, The aerosol device according to claim 2, characterized in that the supply of power to the aerosol device is controlled to be cut off. generator.

10. The body is configured to connect the heater to the cartridge when the cartridge is coupled to the body. a protruding connection terminal electrically connected to the The control unit further When the protruding connection terminal is electrically connected to the heater, the cartridge and Determine whether the bodies are coupled to each other; When it is determined that the cartridge and the body are coupled to each other, the sensor The aerosol generator according to claim 2, characterized in that the light source is controlled to irradiate light. Device.

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