Aerosol Generator

Abstract

An aerosol generating device is provided, the aerosol generating device including: a body including a pinhole; a pin coupled to a pin housing disposed adjacent to the pinhole so as to be inserted to the outside of the body through the pinhole and to provide power to generate an aerosol; and a plate coupled to the pin housing and the body and sealing a connection between the body and the pin housing.

Description

[Technical Field]

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

[0002] An aerosol generating device is used to extract a predetermined component from a medium or substance via an aerosol. The medium may contain a variety of components. The components contained in the medium may be flavorings of a variety of components. For example, the components contained in the medium may include nicotine, herbal, and / or coffee components. In recent years, much research has been conducted on such aerosol generating devices. 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 seal gaps around terminals that supply power to a cartridge to prevent penetration of liquids, foreign matter, and the like.

[0005] Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide a structure for stably supporting a terminal.

[0006] It is yet another object of the present disclosure to facilitate easy contact with the terminals when the cartridge is coupled to a device.

[0007] It is yet another object of the present disclosure to easily manufacture a sealing structure around a terminal. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] According to one aspect of the subject matter described in this application, an aerosol generating device includes a body including a pinhole, a pin coupled to a pin housing positioned adjacent to the pinhole so as to be inserted outside the body through the pinhole and provide power to generate an aerosol, and a plate coupled to the pin housing and the body and sealing the connection between the body and the pin housing. [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the gap around the terminal that supplies power to the cartridge can be sealed to prevent penetration of liquids, foreign matter, and the like.

[0010] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, it is possible to provide a structure for stably supporting a terminal.

[0011] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, when the cartridge is coupled to the device, contact with the terminals can be easily achieved.

[0012] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the sealing structure around the terminal can be easily manufactured.

[0013] Further scope of applicability of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following detailed description. However, since various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art, it should be understood that the detailed description and specific examples, such as preferred embodiments of the present disclosure, are given by way of example only. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0014] [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. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0015] Hereinafter, the embodiments disclosed in this specification will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. For the sake of simplicity of description with reference to the drawings, identical or similar components will be given the same reference numerals, and redundant description thereof will be omitted.

[0016] The suffixes "module" and "section" for components used in the following description are for ease of description only and do not have any special meaning or role.

[0017] In this disclosure, those well known to those skilled in the art will be omitted for the sake of brevity. It should be understood that the accompanying drawings are intended to facilitate understanding of various technical features, and that the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited to the accompanying drawings. Therefore, the present disclosure should be construed as including all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives in addition to those specifically disclosed in the accompanying drawings.

[0018] Terms including ordinal numbers such as "first," "second," etc. may be used to describe various components, but it should be understood that the components are not limited by the terms. The terms are used only to distinguish one component from another.

[0019] When a component is said to be "connected" to another component, it will be understood that there may be other components in between, whereas when a component is said to be "directly connected" to another component, it will be understood that there are no other components in between.

[0020] The singular expression includes the plural expression unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0021] 1 and 2, the aerosol generating device 100 may include a body 3. The aerosol generating device 100 may include a cap 30. The aerosol generating device 100 may include a cartridge 40. The cartridge 40 may be detachably coupled to one side of the body 3. The cap 30 may be detachably coupled to the body 3 to cover the cartridge 40. The stick S may be inserted into the body 3 through the cap 30.

[0022] The body 3 may include a lower body 1 and an upper body 2. Components of the aerosol generating device 100, such as a battery and a control unit, may be provided inside the lower body 1. The upper body 2 may be coupled to the upper side of the lower body 1.

[0023] The upper body 2 may include a column 10 and a seat 20. The column 10 may extend vertically. The column 10 may include an outer wall 11, an inner wall 12, and an upper wall 13.

[0024] The seat 20 may protrude from the lower portion of the inner wall 12 of the column 10. The seat 20 may face upward. A cartridge area 24 may be formed between the inner wall 12 of the column 10 and the seat 20. The cartridge area 24 may be located on one side of the inner wall 12 of the column 10 and above the seat 20.

[0025] The column 10 may include an insertion space 142. The insertion space 142 may extend vertically from the interior of the column 10 and open upward so that the top wall 13 is open.

[0026] The body inlet 141 may be formed on one side of the column 10. The body inlet 141 may be formed by opening the inner wall 12. The body inlet 141 may open to the outside of the column 10. The body inlet 141 may be connected to the insertion space 142. The body inlet 141 may be arranged to face the cartridge region 24. The body inlet 141 may be connected to the cartridge region 24.

[0027] The cartridge 40 can be detachably coupled to the upper body 2 at the cartridge region 24. The cartridge 40 can be coupled to the inner wall 12 of the column 10, and its bottom can be supported by being seated on the seat 20. The cartridge 40 can include a first container 41 and a second container 42. The first container 41 can be disposed above the second container 42. The first container 41 can store a liquid.

[0028] The cap 30 covers the upper body 2 and may be detachably coupled to the body 3. The cap 30 may cover the upper body 2 and the cartridge 40 coupled to the upper body 2. The cap 30 may have a space formed therein into which the upper body 2 and the cartridge 40 are inserted. The internal space of the cap 30 may be open downward. The side walls 31 of the cap 30 may surround the sides of the internal space of the cap 30. The top wall 33 of the cap 30 may cover the top of the internal space of the cap 30. The insertion opening 34 may be formed by opening the top wall 33. When the cap 30 is coupled to the body 3, the insertion opening 34 may communicate with the insertion space 142 above the insertion space 142. The cover 35 may be movably provided on the top wall 33. The cover 35 may slide on the top wall 33. The cover 35 can open and close the insertion opening 34.

[0029] 3, a first chamber C1 may be formed inside a first container 41. A liquid may be stored in the first chamber C1. A second chamber C2 may be formed inside a second container 42.

[0030] The cartridge inlet 441 can be formed by opening the cartridge 40. The cartridge outlet 442 can be formed by opening the cartridge 40. The cartridge flow path 443 can connect the cartridge inlet 441 and the second chamber C2. The cartridge outlet 442 can communicate with the second chamber C2.

[0031] The cartridge outlet 442 may be formed by opening one side of the second container 42. The outlet port 422 may surround the cartridge outlet 442. The outlet port 422 may protrude from one side of the second container 42. When the cartridge 40 is coupled to the upper body 2, the outlet port 422 is inserted into the body inlet 141, and the cartridge outlet 442 and the body inlet 141 may communicate with each other.

[0032] The wick 45 may be provided in the second chamber C2. The wick 45 may be connected to the first chamber C1. The wick 45 may receive liquid from the first chamber C1. The heater 46 may generate heat to heat the wick 45. The heater 46 may be disposed in the second chamber C2. The heater 46 may be wrapped around the wick 45. When the heater 46 heats the wick 45, an aerosol may be generated around the wick 45 in the second chamber C2.

[0033] The heater terminal 47 may be exposed at the bottom of the cartridge 40. The heater terminal 47 may be formed on the bottom of the second container 42. The heater terminal 47 may be electrically connected to the heater 46. When the cartridge 40 is coupled to the upper body 2, the heater terminal 47 may come into contact with and be electrically connected to the first pin 50.

[0034] The first pin 50 can protrude outside the seat 20. The first pin 50 can receive power from a battery installed inside the lower body 1 via a connector 97 and provide it to the heater terminal 47 and the heater 46. The heater 46 can generate heat upon receiving the power.

[0035] Air outside the cartridge 40 can flow into the cartridge 40 through the cartridge inlet 441. The air can flow sequentially through the cartridge inlet 441, the cartridge flow path 443, the second chamber C2, and the cartridge outlet 442. The air inside the cartridge 40 can be discharged to the outside of the cartridge 40 through the cartridge outlet 442. The air that has flowed into the cartridge 40 can be discharged to the outside of the cartridge 40 through the cartridge outlet 442, together with the aerosol generated in the second chamber C2.

[0036] 3 and 4, the first pin 50 is disposed inside the body 3 and may protrude outside the body 3. The body 3 may include a seat 20.

[0037] The seating portion 20 may include an outer groove 25. The outer groove 25 may be formed by recessing the upper surface 21 of the seating portion 20 downward. The outer groove 25 may be located below the cartridge region 24.

[0038] The lower portion of the outer groove 25 may be covered by a bottom portion 251, and the side portion may be covered by a peripheral portion 252. The upper portion of the outer groove 25 may be open. One side of the outer groove 25 may be open and not covered by the peripheral portion 252. If the x direction in the coordinate system is defined as the front, the front of the outer groove 25 may be open. The upper end of the first pin 50 may be exposed upward or may protrude from the bottom 251 of the outer groove 25 toward the outer groove 25 so as to bulge upward.

[0039] The guide portion 223 may protrude upward from the bottom of the outer groove 25. The guide portion 223 may be disposed between a pair of first pins 50 protruding into the outer groove 25. The guide portion 223 may extend longitudinally from the front to the rear. The guide portion 223 may extend from the front to the rear and pass between the pair of first pins 50. The guide portion 223 may be inclined more steeply from the front to the rear.

[0040] The bottom of the cartridge 40 may have a shape corresponding to the seating portion 20 and the outer groove 25. The bottom of the cartridge 40 may be recessed upward to a position / shape corresponding to the guide portion 223. When the cartridge 40 is coupled to the upper body 2, the guide portion 223 may guide the arrangement of the cartridge 40 so that the first pin 50 and the second pin 47 contact each other. When the cartridge 40 is coupled to the upper body 2, the bottom of the cartridge 40 may be seated on the seating portion 20, and the first pin 50 and the second pin 47 may be electrically connected to each other.

[0041] 4 and 5, the first pin 50 may be coupled to a first molding member 60. The upper and lower ends of the first pin 50 may protrude upward and downward from the first molding member 60. The first molding member 60 may be disposed below the seat 20 and the outer groove 25. The first molding member 60 may be referred to as a first block 60 or a pin housing 60.

[0042] The second molding member 80 may be combined with the body 3 and the first molding member 60. The second molding member 80 may cover or seal the space between the body 3 and the first molding member 60. The second molding member 80 may be combined with the lower surface 22 of the seat 20. The second molding member 80 may be referred to as a second block 80 or plate 80.

[0043] 6 and 7, the pin assembly 70 may include at least one first pin 50 and a first molding member 60. The first pin 50 and the first molding member 60 may be coupled to each other. The first molding member 60 may be formed together with the first pin 50 by insert injection molding. For example, the first molding member 60 may be formed by placing the first pin 50 in a mold for insert injection molding, injecting a molten extrudate into the mold, and then allowing it to harden. The first molding member 60 may be in close contact with the first pin 50. A pair of first pins 50 may be provided. The pair of first pins 50 may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance.

[0044] The first pin 50 may be a pogopin. The first pin 50 may include a top plunger 51. The first pin 50 may include a barrel 52. The first pin 50 may include a bottom plunger 53.

[0045] The top plunger 51 may be disposed on the top of the first pin 50. The lower portion of the top plunger 51 may be inserted into the barrel 52. The upper portion of the top plunger 51 may protrude upward from the barrel 52. The top plunger 51 may move up and down within the barrel 52.

[0046] The top plunger 51 may include a head portion 511. The top plunger 51 may include a body portion 512. The top plunger 51 may include a restriction portion 513. The head portion 511 may be formed at an upper end of the first pin 50. The head portion 511 may be formed on an upper side of the body portion 512. The head portion 511 may protrude upward from the body portion 512. The head portion 511 may have a round shape. The head portion 511 may include at least a portion of a sphere. The head portion 511 may be disposed on an upper side of the barrel 52.

[0047] The body portion 512 may have a cylindrical shape. The body portion 512 may have a shape that extends downward along the outer periphery of the head portion 511. The body portion 512 may protrude upward from the barrel 52. When the top plunger 51 is pressed and moved downward, at least a portion of the body portion 512 may be disposed inside the barrel 52. When the top plunger 51 is restored and moved upward, the body portion 512 may be disposed above the barrel 52.

[0048] The restricting portion 513 may protrude radially outward from the periphery of the body portion 512. The restricting portion 513 may be disposed inside the barrel 52. The restricting portion 513 contacts the barrel 52, thereby restricting the top plunger 51 from leaving the barrel 52 and moving upward.

[0049] The top plunger 51 may further include a protrusion 514. The protrusion 514 may protrude downward from the restricting portion 513 and be inserted into the spring 55. Alternatively, the spring 55 may be inserted inside the top plunger 51.

[0050] The barrel 52 may have a cylindrical shape. The barrel 52 may have a hollow shape and be open at the top. The spring 55 may be disposed in the internal space 54 of the barrel 52. The lower end of the spring 55 may support the bottom plunger 53, and the upper end of the spring 55 may support the top plunger 51. The spring 55 may provide an upward restoring force or elastic force to the top plunger 51.

[0051] The bottom plunger 53 may have a disk shape. The bottom plunger 53 may be formed at the lower end of the first pin 50. The bottom of the barrel 52 may be covered by the bottom plunger 53. Alternatively, the bottom plunger 53 may be the bottom of the barrel 52. The bottom plunger 53 may be formed integrally with the barrel 52. The bottom plunger 53 may further protrude radially outward from the lower end of the barrel 52.

[0052] The barrel projection 56 may project radially outward from the periphery of the barrel 52. The barrel projection 56 may extend circumferentially around the periphery of the barrel 52. The barrel projection 56 may have a ring shape. The barrel projection 56 may be formed integrally with the barrel 52.

[0053] The first molding member 60 may be coupled to or in close contact with the periphery of the side of the barrel 52. The barrel 52 may be inserted into the first molding member 60 and embedded in the first molding member 60. The barrel protrusion 56 may be disposed inside the first molding member 60. The barrel protrusion 56 may apply an internal force to the first molding member 60 in the vertical direction. The barrel protrusion 56 and the first molding member 60 may support each other in the vertical direction.

[0054] The top plunger 51 protruding upward from the barrel 52 may protrude upward from the first molding member 60. The head portion 511 may protrude upward from the first molding member 60. At least a portion of the body portion 512 may protrude upward from the first molding member 60. The upper end of the barrel 52 may be exposed upward from the first molding member 60.

[0055] The bottom plunger 53 may protrude downward from the first molding member 60 or may be disposed below the first molding member 60. The first molding member 60 may contact or rest on the upper end of the bottom plunger 53. The bottom plunger 53 may support the lower surface 62 of the first molding member 60 upward.

[0056] 8 and 9, the first molding member 60 may include a first side surface 611, a second side surface 612, a lower surface 62, and an upper surface 63. The first molding member 60 may include a plurality of grooves formed by recessing the sides and into which the second molding member 80 (FIGS. 14 and 15) is filled to join the first molding member 60. The first molding member 60 may include a recessed portion 65. The first molding member 60 may include support surfaces 661 and 662.

[0057] The recess 65 may be formed such that the first side surface 611 or the second side surface 612 is recessed inward and extends from the lower surface 62 to the upper surface 63. The recess 65 may be formed long in the vertical direction. The recess 65 may be open upward and / or downward. The upper surface 63 may not cover the upper side of the recess 65. The lower surface 62 may not cover the lower side of the recess 65. The recess 65 may be disposed adjacent to a pair of first pins 50.

[0058] The support surfaces 661, 662 may form surfaces in a direction intersecting the vertical direction. The support surfaces 661, 662 may face downward. The support surfaces 661, 662 may be located at a height between the upper surface 63 and the lower surface 62 of the first molding member 60. The lower surface 62 may not cover the support surfaces 661, 662. The support surfaces 661, 662 may be formed by the side surfaces 611, 612 being recessed inward and extending a predetermined height upward from the lower surface 62. A plurality of support surfaces 661, 662 may be provided. The first support surface 661 may be formed by the first side surface 611 being recessed inward. The support surface 662, i.e., the second support surface 662, may be formed by the portion between the first side surface 611 and the second side surface 612 or by the second side surface 612 being recessed inward.

[0059] This increases the surface area of the first molding member 60. Also, support surfaces 661 and 662 that are supported in the up and down directions by the second molding member 80 (see FIG. 17) may be formed.

[0060] A first region A1 to a fifth region A5 may be defined in the up-down direction with respect to the pin assembly 70. The first region A1 to the fifth region A5 may be positioned sequentially from the top to the bottom of the pin assembly 70.

[0061] The first region A1 may be located above the first molding member 60. At least a portion of the top plunger 51 may be disposed in the first region A1. The head portion 511 may be disposed in the first region A1. At least a portion of the body portion 512 may be disposed in the first region A1.

[0062] The second region A2 may be located below the first region A1. The second region A2 may be located above the first molding member 60. At least a portion of the top plunger 51 may be disposed in the second region A2. At least a portion of the body portion 512 may be disposed in the second region A2. The head portion 511 may be disposed above the second region A2.

[0063] The third region A3 may be located below the second region A2. At least a portion of the first molding member 60 may be located in the third region A3. The upper portion of the first molding member 60 may be located in the third region A3. The upper surface 63 of the first molding member 60 may be located at the upper end of the third region A3. The upper portion of the recessed portion 65 may be located in the third region A3.

[0064] The fourth region A4 may be located below the third region A3. At least a portion of the first molding member 60 may be disposed in the fourth region A4. The lower portion of the first molding member 60 may be disposed in the fourth region A4. The lower surface 62 of the first molding member 60 may be located at the lower end of the fourth region A4. The lower portion of the recessed portion 65 may be disposed in the fourth region A4.

[0065] The support surfaces 661, 662 may be disposed in the third region A3 and the fourth region A4. The support surfaces 661, 662 may be disposed between the upper end of the third region A3 and the lower end of the fourth region A4. The first support surface 661 may be disposed in either the third region A3 or the fourth region A4. The second support surface 662 may be disposed in either the third region A3 or the fourth region A4.

[0066] The fifth region A5 may be located below the fourth region A4. The first molding member 60 may be located above the fifth region A5. At least a portion of the bottom plunger 53 may be located in the fifth region A5.

[0067] 10 and 11, the seat 20 may include an outer groove 25 and an inner groove 26. The seat 20 may include a peripheral portion 23 that protrudes downward along the periphery of the lower surface 22 of the seat 20.

[0068] The outer groove 25 may be formed by recessing the upper surface 21 of the seat 20 downward. The outer groove 25 may be open upward. The outer groove 25 may include a bottom portion 251 and a peripheral portion 252.

[0069] The inner groove 26 may be formed by recessing the lower surface 22 of the seat 20 upward. The inner groove 26 may be open downward. The outer groove 25 and the inner groove 26 may face each other with respect to the seat 20. The inner groove 26 may be disposed below the outer groove 25. The inner groove 26 may include a bottom portion 261 and a peripheral portion 262.

[0070] The pinhole 264 may be formed by opening the seating portion 20 at the top and bottom. The pinhole 264 may be formed by opening the bottom 251 of the outer groove 25 and the bottom 261 of the inner groove 26. A plurality of pinholes 264 may be provided to correspond to the number of first pins 50. The pinhole 264 may be formed between the outer groove 25 and the inner groove 26. The pinhole 264 may communicate with the outer groove 25 and the inner groove 26.

[0071] The upper surface 21 of the seat 20 can be considered to be the outer surface of the body 3. The lower surface 22 of the seat 20 can be considered to be the inner surface of the body 3. The outer groove 25 can be formed on the outer surface of the body 3. The inner groove 26 can be formed on the inner surface of the body 3.

[0072] The outer surface of the body 3 may include at least one of the upper surface 21 of the seat 20, the outer groove 25, and the bottom 251 and peripheral portion 252 of the outer groove 25. The inner surface of the body 3 may include at least one of the lower surface 22 of the seat 20, the inner groove 26, and the bottom 261 and peripheral portion 262 of the inner groove 26.

[0073] 12 and 13 , the pin assembly 70 may be disposed on, in contact with, or coupled to the underside of the seat 20. At least a portion of the first molding member 60 may be inserted into the inner groove 26. The top plunger 51 of the first pin 50 may be inserted into the pin hole 264. The top plunger 51 may pass through the pin hole 264 and be exposed to or protrude from the outer groove 25. The fourth region A4 and the fifth region A5 of the pin assembly 70 may protrude below the lower surface 22 of the seat 20. The upper portion of the first molding member 60 disposed in the third region A3 may be inserted into the inner groove 26, and the lower portion of the first molding member 60 disposed in the fourth region A4 may protrude downward from the inner groove 26. The upper portion of the first molding member 60 may be supported by the bottom 261 and the peripheral portion 262 of the inner groove 26.

[0074] 14 and 15, the second molding member 80 may be coupled to the seat 20 and the first molding member 60. The second molding member 80 may cover or seal the space between the seat 20 and the first molding member 60. The second molding member 80 may fill the gap between the first molding member 60 and the seat 20. The bottom plunger 53 may protrude or be exposed from the underside of the second molding member 80.

[0075] The second molding member 80 may be formed by insert injection molding so as to cover the area between the seat 20 and the first molding member 60. The second molding member 80 may be insert injection molded so as to cover the lower surface 22 of the seat 20. For example, the second molding member 80 may be formed by inserting the first molding member 60 into the inner groove 26, then placing the seat 20 and the pin assembly 70 in a mold for insert injection molding, injecting a molten extrudate into the mold, and then allowing it to harden.

[0076] The top of the first molding member 60 may be supported by the bottom 261 and the peripheral portion 262 of the inner groove 26. The sides of the first molding member 60 may be joined or coupled to the second molding member 80, and thus may be supported by the second molding member 80.

[0077] Therefore, it is possible to prevent liquids, foreign matter, etc. from flowing into the inside of the aerosol generation device through the pinhole 264. It is also possible to prevent liquids, foreign matter, etc. from flowing into the inside of the aerosol generation device through the gap between the first pin 50 and the seat 20 or the gap between the first molding member 60 and the seat 20. It is also possible to stably fix the first pin 50 to the seat 20.

[0078] The first coupling holes 225 may be formed by recessing the lower surface 22 of the seat 20 upward. The first coupling holes 225 may be formed around the inner groove 26. A plurality of first coupling holes 225 may be balanced around the inner groove 26. A screw thread may be formed on the inner circumferential surface of the first coupling holes 225. The second coupling holes 85 may be formed by opening the second molding member 80. The second coupling holes 85 may be formed at positions corresponding to the first coupling holes 225 and may communicate with the first coupling holes 225. A fastening member 95 (see FIG. 4 ) protruding upward from the lower body 1 may pass through the second coupling holes 85 and be coupled to the first coupling holes 225. The fastening member 95 or the periphery of the fastening member 95 may support the second molding member 80. The fastening member 95 may be a screw. The fastening member 95 may be threaded into the first coupling holes 225.

[0079] Therefore, the upper body 2 and the lower body 1 can be coupled to each other, and the second molding member 80 can be stably fixed or supported.

[0080] 16, in the pin assembly 70, the first region A1 may be disposed in the outer groove 25. The second region A2 may be disposed in the pin hole 264.

[0081] The head portion 511 of the top plunger 51 may be disposed in the outer groove 25. The head portion 511 may protrude from the pinhole 264 so as to bulge into the outer groove 25. The head portion 511 may be disposed above the bottom 251 of the outer groove 25. The head portion 511 may be disposed above the second region A2.

[0082] The body portion 512 may overlap the first region A1 and the second region A2 or may be disposed in the second region A2. The height of the body portion 512 exposed in the first region A1 may be lower than the height of the head portion 511. The bending start portion of the head portion 511 may be located adjacent to the second region A2.

[0083] Therefore, when the second pin 47 (see FIG. 3) comes into contact with the first pin 50, it slides on the bent head portion 511 and presses the top plunger 51 downward, easily electrically connecting the first pin 50 and the second pin 47 to each other. In addition, when the cartridge 40 is attached to the upper body 2 (see FIG. 3), the cartridge 40 can be prevented from getting caught on the top plunger 51.

[0084] The inner groove 26 (see FIG. 10) may be disposed in the third region A3. The fourth region A4 may be disposed below the inner groove 26. The upper portion of the first molding member 60 may be inserted into the inner groove 26 and disposed in the third region A3.

[0085] The fourth area A4 may be disposed below the lower surface 22 of the seat 20. The lower portion of the first molding member 60 may protrude or be exposed in the fourth area A4. The second molding member 80 may be disposed in the fourth area A4. The second molding member 80 may surround the sides of the first molding member 60 in the fourth area A4. The second molding member 80 may close or seal the gap between the first molding member 60 and the seat 20 in the fourth area A4.

[0086] The fifth region A5 may be disposed below the second molding member 80. The bottom plunger 53 may be disposed in the fifth region A5. The bottom plunger 53 may protrude or be exposed below the second molding member 80. The connector 97 may be disposed in the fifth region A5. The connector 97 may be disposed below the second molding member 80. The connector 97 may be in contact with or coupled to the bottom plunger 53, thereby being electrically connected to the first pin 50. The connector 97 may include a connection hole 974 (see FIG. 4 ) into which the bottom plunger 53 is inserted.

[0087] Therefore, it is possible to prevent liquids, foreign matter, etc. from flowing into the inside of the aerosol generation device through the pinhole 264. It is also possible to prevent liquids, foreign matter, etc. from flowing into the inside of the aerosol generation device through the gap between the first pin 50 and the seat 20 or the gap between the first molding member 60 and the seat 20.

[0088] 17, the first support surface 661 may be disposed in the third region A3 or the fourth region A4. The second support surface 662 may be disposed in the third region A3 or the fourth region A4. The recessed portion 65 may be disposed in the third region A3 and the fourth region A4. An upper portion of the recessed portion 65 may be disposed in the third region A3, and a lower portion of the recessed portion 65 may be disposed in the fourth region A4.

[0089] The second molding member 80 may fill the recessed portion 65. The second molding member 80 filling the recessed portion 65 may be disposed in the third area A3 and the fourth area A4. The second molding member 80 may be disposed above and below the recessed portion 65. The second molding member 80 may be coupled to the first molding member 60 and the seating portion 20 at the recessed portion 65.

[0090] The second molding member 80 may be coupled with or in close contact with the support surfaces 661, 662. The support surfaces 661, 662 may form surfaces in a direction intersecting the vertical direction. The second molding member 80 may support the support surfaces 661, 662 upward. The second molding member 80 may provide an upward internal force to the support surfaces 661, 662. The first support surface 661 may be formed adjacent to the first recess portion 65. The second support surfaces 662 may be formed adjacent to four corners of the first molding member 60.

[0091] Therefore, the pin assembly 70 can be stably fixed or supported on the body 3 .

[0092] 18, a support panel 92 may be positioned under the second molding member 80. The support panel 92 may cover or support the underside of the second molding member 80. A connector 97 may be positioned between the first molding member 60 and the support panel 92.

[0093] The third connection hole 925 may be formed by opening the support panel 92. The third connection hole 925 may be formed at a position corresponding to the second connection hole 85. A plurality of third connection holes 925 may be formed. The third connection holes 925 may be in communication with the second connection holes 85.

[0094] The fastening member 95 may be fastened to the first connecting hole 225 through the third connecting hole 925 and the second connecting hole 85. The fastening member 95 may fix the support panel 92 around the third connecting hole 925. The second molding member 80 may be supported or fixed between the lower surface 22 of the seat 20 and the support panel 92.

[0095] The fastening member 95 may include a thread 951. The fastening member 95 may include a shank 952. The fastening member 95 may include a head 953. The thread 951 may be fastened to an internal thread formed on an inner circumferential surface of the first connecting hole 225. The shank 952 may be inserted into the second connecting hole 85 and the third connecting hole 925. The head 953 may protrude radially outward from the shank 952. The head 953 may be centered with the shank 952 or the thread 951 and have a larger circumferential length than the shank 952 or the thread 951. The head 953 may be disposed below the support panel 92 or may support the underside of the support panel 92. The support panel 92 is supported by the head 953, and the position of the support panel 92 is fixed, thereby preventing separation.

[0096] Therefore, it is possible to prevent the second molding member 80 from being separated from the seating portion, and also to protect the second molding member 80 from the outside, thereby improving the structural safety of the second molding member 80.

[0097] 19, a plurality of guide portions 2530 may be provided. The guide portions 2530 may extend longitudinally from the front to the rear. The guide portions 2530 may be inclined to gradually increase in height from the front to the rear. Each of the plurality of guide portions 2530 may be disposed in front of each of the plurality of first pins 50. The height of the rear end of the guide portion 2530 adjacent to the first pin 50 may be the same as or similar to the height of the first pin 50.

[0098] Therefore, when the cartridge 40 (see FIG. 3) is coupled to the upper body 2, the guide portion 2530 can guide the arrangement of the cartridge 40 so that the first pin 50 and the second pin 47 come into contact with each other.

[0099] 20, the pin assembly 70 can be manufactured by insert injection molding the first pin 50, whereby the first molding member and the first pin 50 are combined or joined together (S1). Then, the pin assembly 70 can be placed in the body 3 (S2). In step S2, the pin assembly 70 can be inserted into the inner groove 26. The top of the first molding member 60 can be inserted into the inner groove 26 and supported by the bottom portion 261 and the peripheral portion 262. The first pin 50 can protrude to the outside of the body 3 by passing through the pinhole 264 of the body 3.

[0100] With the pin assembly 70 disposed in the body 3, the second molding member 80 may be formed by insert injection molding (S3). In step S3, a molten extrudate may be injected into the inner surface of the body 3 around the pin assembly 70 and hardened to form the second molding member 80. The second molding member 80 may be bonded or joined to the inner surface of the body 3 together with the pin assembly 70. The second molding member 80 may close, fill, or seal the gap between the first molding member 60 and the body 3. The bottom plunger 53 of the first pin 50 may protrude or be exposed from the second molding member 80.

[0101] Thereafter, the first pin 50 can be connected to the connector 97 (S4). The connector 97 can be connected to a battery. The connector 97 can electrically connect the battery to the first pin 50. The bottom plunger 53 exposed from the second molding member 80 can contact the connector 97 outside the second molding member 80.

[0102] Thereafter, the support panel 92 may be coupled to the body 3 (S5). In step S5, the second molding member 80 may be disposed between the body 3 and the support panel 92. In step S5, the support panel 92 may be fastened and fixed to the body 3 via fastening members 95. In step S5, the support panel 92 may cover the second molding member 80. The second molding member 80 may be supported by the support panel 92.

[0103] 1 to 20, an aerosol generating device 100 according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes a body 3 having a pinhole 264, a pin 50 that is coupled to a pin housing 60 arranged adjacent to the pinhole 264 so as to be inserted into the outside of the body 3 through the pinhole 264, and that provides power to generate an aerosol, and a plate 80 that is coupled to the pin housing 60 and the body 3 and seals the connection between the body 3 and the pin housing 60.

[0104] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the body 3 may include an inner groove 26 formed by recessing the inner surface of the body 3 around the pin hole 264. The pin housing 60 may be fixed in the inner groove 26.

[0105] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a portion of the pin housing 60 may protrude from the inner groove 26. The plate 80 may be coupled to the portion of the pin housing 60 protruding from the inner groove 26.

[0106] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin housing 60 may include at least one groove formed by recessing the sides 611, 612 of the pin housing 60, and the plate 80 may be coupled to the at least one groove.

[0107] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin housing 60 may include a downward support surface 661 that corresponds to a recessed groove in the side of the pin housing 60. The plate 80 may be coupled to the groove and the support surfaces 661, 662.

[0108] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin 50 may be a pogo pin 50.

[0109] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin 50 may include a curved top plunger 51 that is inserted through the pin hole 264 and protrudes outward from the body 3; a barrel 52 into which the top plunger 51 is inserted and which is joined and coupled to the pin housing 60; a spring that is disposed inside the barrel 52 and supports the top plunger 51 on one side and contacts the bottom of the barrel 52 on the other side; and a bottom plunger 53 that is disposed in the barrel 52 on the opposite side of the top plunger 51 and is exposed from the pin housing 60 and the plate 80.

[0110] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the lower end of the curved portion of the top plunger 51 may be in contact with or adjacent to the pinhole 264 .

[0111] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the aerosol generating device 100 may further include a connector 97 disposed below the plate 80 and electrically connected to the bottom plunger 53.

[0112] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the body 3 may further include an outer groove 25 that accommodates a portion of the cartridge 40 inserted therein.

[0113] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the body 3 may further include guide portions 253, 2530 that protrude from the bottom of the outer groove 25 and guide the placement of the cartridge 40.

[0114] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the outer groove is formed so that a portion of the cartridge can be slidably inserted therein. The guide portions 253 and 2530 may extend at an angle along the sliding direction of the cartridge.

[0115] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pins 50 and the guide portions 2530 may be provided in plural at positions corresponding to each other.

[0116] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the body 3 and the plate are fixed to each other using fastening members passing through first and second fastening holes of the body and the plate, respectively.

[0117] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the aerosol generating device 100 may further include a support panel that supports the plate 80. The support panel includes a third coupling hole through which the fastening member passes to fix the support panel to the body and the plate.

[0118] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin housing 60 may be formed by insert injection molding around the pin 50 .

[0119] Also, according to another aspect of the present disclosure, the plate 80 may be formed by insert injection molding after the pin housing 60 and the body 3 are brought into contact with each other.

[0120] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the plate 80 may be integrally formed with the body 3 and the pin housing 60 and may have a boundary that separates the body 3 and the pin housing 60 .

[0121] Also, according to another aspect of the present disclosure, the material of the plate 80 can fill the gap between the body 3 and the pin housing 60 .

[0122] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the aerosol generating device may further include a cartridge 40 that stores a liquid therein and is coupled to one side of the body 3, and the cartridge 40 may be electrically connected to the pin 50 when coupled to the body 3.

[0123] The specific embodiments or other embodiments of the present disclosure described above are not mutually exclusive or distinct, and the structure or function of any or all elements of the embodiments of the present disclosure described above can be combined with other elements or combined with each other.

[0124] For example, configuration A described in one embodiment of the present disclosure and drawings and configuration B described in another embodiment of the present disclosure and drawings can be combined with each other. That is, even if a combination between configurations is not directly described, the combination is possible unless it is described that the combination is not possible.

[0125] While the embodiments have been described above in accordance with a number of exemplary embodiments, it should be understood that many other variations and embodiments are possible for those skilled in the art that fall within the scope of the principles of the present disclosure. More particularly, various modifications and variations are possible in the components and / or arrangements of the subject combinations within the scope of the present disclosure, the drawings, and the appended claims. In addition to the modifications and variations of the components and / or arrangements, other uses will also be apparent to those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. a body including a pinhole; a pin coupled to a pin housing disposed adjacent to the pin hole so as to be inserted through the pin hole to the outside of the body and provide power to generate an aerosol; a plate coupled to the pin housing and the body, sealing the connection between the body and the pin housing.

2. the body includes an inner groove formed by recessing an inner surface of the body around the pinhole; The aerosol generating device according to claim 1 , wherein the pin housing is fixed in the inner groove.

3. a portion of the pin housing protruding from the inner groove; The aerosol generating device according to claim 2 , wherein the plate is coupled to a portion of the pin housing that protrudes from the inner recess.

4. The pin housing includes at least one groove formed by a recess in a side portion of the pin housing, The aerosol generating device according to claim 1 , wherein the plate is coupled to the at least one groove.

5. the pin housing includes a downwardly facing support surface corresponding to a recessed groove in a side of the pin housing; The aerosol generating device according to claim 1 , wherein the plate is coupled to the groove and the support surface.

6. The aerosol generating device of claim 1 , wherein the pin is a pogopin.

7. The pin is a curved top plunger inserted through the pinhole and protruding outward from the body; a barrel into which the top plunger is inserted and which is coupled with the pin housing; a spring disposed inside the barrel, one side of which supports the top plunger and the other side of which contacts the bottom of the barrel; 7. The aerosol generating device according to claim 6, further comprising: a bottom plunger disposed in the barrel opposite the top plunger and exposed from the pin housing and the plate.

8. The aerosol generating device according to claim 7 , wherein a lower end of the curved portion of the top plunger is in contact with or adjacent to the pinhole.

9. The aerosol generating device according to claim 7 , further comprising a connector disposed below the plate and electrically connected to the bottom plunger.

10. 2. The method according to claim 1, wherein the body and the plate are fixed to each other using fasteners passing through first and second fastening holes in the body and the plate, respectively. The aerosol generating device described above.

11. further comprising a support panel for supporting the plate; The aerosol generating device according to claim 10 , wherein the support panel includes a third coupling hole through which the fastening member passes to fix the support panel to the body and the plate.

12. The aerosol generating device of claim 1 , wherein the material of the plate fills a gap between the body and the pin housing.

13. The aerosol generating device according to claim 1 , further comprising a cartridge that stores a liquid therein and is coupled to one side of the body, the cartridge being electrically connected to the pin when coupled to the body.

14. A pin assembly is produced by combining a pin with a pin housing; the pin assembly is disposed in a body having a pinhole on one side; forming a plate with the pin assembly disposed on the body, The pin is inserted through the pinhole to the outside of the body; The plate is coupled to the pin housing and the body to form a seal between the pin housing and the body.

15. The pin housing is formed by insert injection molding around the pin; The method for manufacturing an aerosol generating device according to claim 14 , wherein the plate is formed by insert injection molding after the pin housing and the body are brought into contact with each other.

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