Charger and aerosol generating system having improved closure means

Abstract

The present invention relates to a charger for charging an aerosol generating device. The charger includes a housing defining a cavity for receiving an aerosol generating device to be charged. The cavity has an opening. At least one electrical contact is located within the cavity. A cover is slidable relative to the opening between an open position and a closed position. An inner surface of the cover faces the cavity when the cover is in the closed position, and at least a portion of the inner surface of the cover defines a profiled engagement member that slopes into or toward the cavity when the cover is in the closed position. In the closed position, the cover ensures that electrical communication is maintained between the charger and an aerosol generating device received within the charger. The present invention also relates to an aerosol generating system including the charger and the aerosol generating device, and a method of using the aerosol generating system.