Devices and systems for delivery of compounds and related methods

Abstract

Provided are devices for delivering volatile compound(s) to individuals. The delivery devices can be unpowered devices. The volatile compound(s) can be flavored. Delivery device can comprise engageable components releasably held together by a selectively releasable attachment mechanism. In aspects, the delivery devices further comprise an adjustable airflow control mechanism. In aspects, movement of delivery device components is associated with visual, audible, tactile, or audible and tactile indication of movement or position of device elements. In aspects, element(s) of a delivery device or a device in a system serve as a fidget movement element, being detectably moveable within a short period upon application of a small initiation force easily being returned to a position suitable for repeating the movement. Further provided are methods of using such delivery devices or systems for promoting user sensory experiences or for other beneficial effects, such as reducing habit-related behaviors or sensations.

Description

RELATED APPLICATIONS / PRIORITY

[0001] This patent application is a continuation of co-pending patent application Ser. No. 18 / 755,666, filed on Jun. 27, 2024, entitled DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR DELIVERY OF COMPOUNDS AND RELATED METHODS, which is a continuation of patented U.S. patent application Ser. No. 18 / 468,753, filed Sep. 18, 2023, entitled DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR DELIVERY OF COMPOUNDS AND RELATED METHODS and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 12,053,030, which is a continuation-in-part of patented U.S. patent application Ser. No. 18 / 454,002, filed Aug. 22, 2023, entitled NON-ELECTRIC, NON-HEATED DEVICES FOR ORAL DELIVERY OF COMPOUNDS AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 12,114,693, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 407,701 filed Sep. 18, 2022, entitled NON-ELECTRIC, NON-HEATING DEVICES FOR THE INHALATION OF NON-VOLATILE COMPOUNDS. This application claims the benefit of priority to, and incorporates by reference the entirety of, these above-referenced priority applications.FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0002] The invention primarily relates to the field of volatile compound delivery devices, specifically unpowered / unheated devices for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds to a device user.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0003] Devices or systems for delivering volatile compounds, such as essential oils, have been proposed and developed in recent years as a means of providing users a safe and pleasurable oral sensory experience. Many of these products can be distinguished from the significantly more common electronic cigarettes or “e-cigarette” devices which usually have been presented as an alternative to traditional tobacco products.

[0004] E-cigarettes typically comprise a mouthpiece allowing a user to inhale an aerosol, the aerosol being created by the atomization of a liquid housed within the device. The atomization is accomplished by the heating of the liquid, the heat generated by the incorporation of battery which powers the device. The term “vape” is often used synonymously with e-cigarette use (though vaping can also sometimes refer to administration of vaporized compounds via other means such as hookahs). The term “vape” refers to the vapor which is inhaled upon generation by the device. Such aerosolized compounds provided by e-cigarettes or other smokeless devices can include nicotine or other compounds, e.g., cannabinoid compounds, essential oils, and other volatile compounds. The liquid in an e-cigarette can include nicotine and when it does, such an e-cigarette is sometimes referred to as a “HANDS” device, HANDS being an acronym for “heated aerosolized nicotine delivery systems;” a handheld device that heat either nicotine-infused liquid or tobacco sticks, producing an aerosol that can be inhaled.

[0005] Some of the essential oil delivery systems / products that have actually been brought to market are non-electronic or “passive” (unpowered) diffusion devices, as heat is not required for volatilization of some non-nicotinic compounds and the devices may rely solely on diffusion or some amount of inhalation power of a user (though this does not mean that the user actually inhales such compounds in significant extent beyond taking the compounds into the mouth). Some of the proposed devices of this class are provided in patent disclosures that describe additional proposed features for modifying the experience of delivering volatile compounds to a person, such as disposable cartridges.

[0006] For example, U.S. Pat. No. 4,083,372 to Boden describes a non-electronic, cigarette-stimulating inhaler comprising a fluid-impermeable, resiliently flexible outer tubular sheath. The sheath is open at both ends. The device described in the '372 Boden patent comprises a wick within the sheath at one end and a soft, puncturable, liquid-containing capsule at the other, with an air chamber separating the two. The inhaler is activated by puncturing the end of the capsule closest to the wick and pinching the outer sheath at the location of the capsule to force the liquid contained therein into the air chamber prior to being absorbed by the wick. The empty capsule is then discarded.

[0007] French Patent Publication Number FR2654002 to Laurens describes a delivery device in the general form of a cigarette, cigar, pipe, or cigarette holder, for applying aromatherapy by inhalation. The device comprises a support for a volatile substance positioned within the body of the device. The device further comprises a mechanism making it possible to control the loss of head, e.g., in an adjustable manner, to regulate the flow of the inhaled air through the delivery device. Such a mechanism is embodied as either a sliding ring or the ability for the user to physically squeeze the body of the device between their thumb and forefinger to restrict airflow. Temporary closure means are provided on each side of the support such that when there is no inhalation, the substance impregnating the support cannot escape via evaporation. The device is embodied as being either a refillable inhaler or a disposable inhaler and provides a mechanism for inhaling volatile substances via either the users nose or mouth.

[0008] Austrian Patent AT522111 to Kornhausl describes a passive inhaler for the delivery of volatile substances such as from natural essential oils from an exchangeable insert. The Kornhausl device comprises an airflow channel in which the insert is positioned and held in place by an elastic seal, as well as a removable mouthpiece. The mouthpiece is made of vulcanite hard rubber or acryl and is held in place in an air-tight manner by means of an elastic seal. The main body of the device is made from solid wood or other wood-based material or from plastics.

[0009] Great Britain Patent GB2412876 to Jones describes a nicotine inhaler, suitable for use as a substitute for a cigarette for the inhalation of nicotine. The device is preferably disposable and constructed to visually mimic a cigarette, e.g., made of white, glossy cardboard. The Jones patent device comprises an elongated tube having an inlet and an outlet with a nicotine delivery element mounted inside the tube between the respective ends. The tube is provided with an adjustable regulating means, capable of adjusting the airflow through the device. The regulating means comprises two abutting members, e.g., discs, each with apertures therein. The two members are movable relative to one another to provide varying degrees of overlap of the apertures thus providing adjustable airflow.

[0010] U.S. Pat. No. 9,700,691 to Watanabe describes a flavor inhalation pipe comprising a hollow, cylindrical pipe body, a mouthpiece, and a tobacco (flavor) cartridge maintained within the pipe body but attached to the mouthpiece, with a coupling device reversibly coupling the pipe body and the mouthpiece to one another. The flavor cartridge can be replaced by detaching the mouthpiece from the pipe body (e.g., uncoupling the coupling device) and pulling the mouthpiece with attached flavor cartridge away from and out of the pipe body by holding the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece can be covered with a cap to provide a hygienic way of removing and replacing the flavor generation cartridge.

[0011] United States Patent Publication Number 2016 / 012277 to Frobisher describes a smoking “article” (e.g., an inhaler-type device in the form of a flow delivery article) having a flow control component. The proposed device is configured to provide at least one flow during a draw on the flow delivery article and at least one flow comprising a respective plurality of flow peaks, e.g., the at least one flow comprising at least one of a smoke flow, an airflow, a flavored flow, and a mixed smoke / air / flavored flow. The flow control component is configured to cause a plurality of flow changes, providing a time-varying flow with each flow change comprising changing the relative amount of flow through the different flow pathways.

[0012] Other patent art describing passive, non-aerosolized, non-heated, cigarette-like delivery devices include the disclosures of, e.g., EP2609822; U.S. Pat. Nos. 968,757, 4,175,556, 4,284,089, 4,429,703, and 4800903; US Patent Publication Nos. 20060130857, 20180207370, 20210052832; and PCT Publication Number WO2016026094.

[0013] Despite the number of proposed devices, the number of passive devices for the delivery of flavored or other non-pharmaceutical volatile compounds to a user that have been successfully developed remains markedly limited. Exemplary devices presently marketed include those by Emitto Styx (see emittostyx.com), Lung Love (see etsy.com / ca / listing / 734302930 / walnut-wood-lung-love-essential-oil?), Holy Smokes (see facebook.com / pg / manlyoiler / posts / ), BreatheAura (see etsy.com / ca / shop / BreatheAura?), Kiff (see kickstarter.com / projects / kiff-story / kiff), monq aromatherapy (see monq.com / ), Ripple+ (see therippleco.com / ), Oil & Bark (see oilandbark.com / ), and, e.g., breTH4life (see etsy.com / ca / shop / breTH4life?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1165024855).

[0014] The Nicorette™ line of products from Johnson & Johnson, GlaxoSmithKline, is also present in this marketspace, providing a Nicorette™ inhaler device (see medicines.org.uk / emc / product / 4707 / smpc#gref); however, notably, as is the approach for the plurality of nicotine replacement product lines sold under the Nicorette brand (e.g., Nicorette gum, lozenges, and nasal spray), this simple delivery device delivers nicotine-associated products.

[0015] The Applicant also has developed and marketed a “first generation” essential oil delivery device marketed under the brand name FÜM™. This original FÜM device is a tobacco-free, vapor free, non-electronic inhaler made of 100% natural materials and marketed to aid in quitting smoking and vaping. The FÜM device is a single-piece device made of wood, having a first open end for placing within a user's mouth to facilitate the inhalation of one or more volatile compounds via the mouth, and a second open end, with an air passageway directly connecting the two ends. A flexible, fibrous insert is designed to be used within the device, the fibrous insert capable of holding essential oils prior to use, placed within the device by inserting the fibrous insert into the device via the second open end of the device. The inserts comprise medical-grade polyester designed to hold essential oil(s). To operate the device, a user is instructed to (a) obtain an insert, (b) fray the end of the insert to activate it, (c) insert the non-frayed end of the insert into the end of the device, and (c) inhale through the device using their mouth and to exhale out of their nose.

[0016] Despite all of the above-described efforts present in the art to set forth non-electronic, cigarette-mimicking devices for use in smoking cessation efforts, pleasure, or both, the electronic device / vaping market continues to grow. This is especially true among adolescents. As reported by Miech, et. al., in JAMA Pediatrics, 2021; 175(2):185-190, doi:10.1001 / jamapediatrics.2020.5667, published online Dec. 15, 2020, and corrected on Jan. 19, 2021, while increasing US adolescent nicotine vaping trends from 2017 to 2019 halted in 2020—due to decreases in perceived accessibility of some vaping products as well as increases in perceived risk of nicotine vaping between 2019 and 2020—adolescent nicotine vaping remains highly prevalent. 22% of 10th and 12th grade students in 2020 reported vaping within the previous 30-days of the time of the cited study and 41% reported vaping at least once in their lifetime. Worldwide, the global e-cigarette and vape market size was valued at 18.13 billion USD in 2021 and is estimated to balloon at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30.0% from 2022 to 2030 (See E-cigarette and Vape Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Product (Disposable, Rechargeable), By Distribution Channel (Online, Retail), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2022-2030) published March 2022). However, in stark contrast, the entire global aromatherapy market size was estimated to have a market size of less than 1 / 10th that of e-cigarettes / vape products, with aromatherapy devices representing only a fraction of this total market. Thus, such products have historically demonstrated a very slow relative adoption of passive, non-nicotinic, vapor-free, non-electronic devices. In view of these facts, it is clear that the development of effective diffusion systems for delivery of volatile compounds, such as flavored essential oils, and similarly effective passive delivery / aromatherapy systems will require the application of inventive ingenuity.Construction, Terms, and Acronyms

[0017] This section offers guidelines for reading this disclosure.

[0018] The intended audience for this disclosure (“readers”) are persons having ordinary skill in the practice of technologies discussed or used herein. Readers may also be called “skilled persons,” and such technologies and related publicly available prior knowledge are collectively referred to as “the art.” Terms such as “understood,”“known,” and “ordinary meaning,” refer to the general knowledge of skilled persons.

[0019] The term “uncontradicted” means not contradicted by this disclosure, logic, or plausibility based on knowledge of skilled persons.

[0020] Disclosed here are several different but related exemplary aspects of the invention (referred also to as, e.g., “cases,”“facets,”“respects,” or “embodiments”). The invention encompasses all aspects as described individually and as can be arrived at by any combination of such individual aspects. In this respect, the breadth and scope of the invention should not be limited by any exemplary embodiment(s). No language in this disclosure should be construed as indicating any element / step is essential to the practice of the invention unless such a requirement is explicitly stated. Uncontradicted, any aspect(s) can be combined with any other aspect(s).

[0021] Uncontradicted, all technical / scientific terms used here, should be read, at least in one aspect, to have the same meanings as commonly understood by skilled persons, regardless of any narrower examples or descriptions provided here (including any term introduced initially in quotations). However, readers will also recognize that some aspects can characterized by the inclusion of elements, steps, features, characteristics etc., associated with specific descriptions provided here, and that such specific disclosures represent distinct embodiments of the invention apart from the corresponding aspect that is provided by interpreting the invention using any broader commonly used terminology or concept. Uncontradicted, disclosure of any aspect using known terms, which terms are narrowed by example or otherwise, implicitly discloses one or more related aspects in which the applicable terms are alternatively interpreted using the broadest reasonable interpretation of skilled persons.

[0022] Uncontradicted, the term “or” means “and / or” here, regardless of any occasional inclusion of the actual phrase “and / or” (e.g., phrases such as “A, B, or C” and “A, B, and / or C” each simultaneously disclose aspects including (1) all of A, B, and C; (2) A and C; (3) A and B; (4) B and C; (5) only A; (6) only B; and (7) only C (and also support sub-groupings, such as “A or B,”“A or C,” etc.)).

[0023] Uncontradicted, the term “also” means “also or alternatively.” Uncontradicted, the terms “here”&“herein” mean “in this disclosure.” The term “i.a.” is an acronym standing for “inter alia” or meaning “(possibly) among other things.”“Also known as” is abbreviated “aka” or “AKA.” The term “elsewhere” means “elsewhere herein.”

[0024] For conciseness, symbols are used where appropriate. E.g., “&” is used for “and,”&“˜” for “about.” Symbols such as < and > are given their ordinary meaning (e.g., “≤” means “less than or equal to”&“≥” means “greater than or equal to”). A slash “ / ” between terms here can represent “or” (“A / B” means “A or B”) or identify synonyms of an element, as will be clear from context. The inclusion of “(s)” after an element or a step indicates that ≥1 of such an element is present, step performed, and the like. E.g., “element(s)” refers to both 1 element and ≥2 elements, with the understanding that each thereof is an independent aspect of the invention.

[0025] Use of the abbreviation “etc.” (or “et cetera”) in association with a list of elements / steps means any or all suitable combinations of the recited elements / steps or any known equivalents of such recited elements / steps for achieving the function(s) of such elements / steps known in the art. Readers should interpret phrases like “and the like” similarly.

[0026] Uncontradicted, terms such as “and combinations,”“combinations thereof,” or “or combinations,” and “combinations of any thereof” regarding listed elements / steps means any or all possible / suitable combinations of the associated elements / steps. Thus, e.g., uncontradicted, a phrase like “combination of any thereof” refers to any or all combinations.

[0027] Aspects may be described as suitable for use(s) disclosed herein. Uncontradicted, terms such as “suitability” means acceptable or appropriate for performing a particular function / achieving particular state(s) / outcome(s), and typically means effective, practical, and non-deleterious / harmful in the context the term is used. E.g., uncontradicted, the term “suitable” means appropriate, acceptable, or in contexts sufficient, or providing at least generally or substantially all an intended function, without causing or imparting significant negative / detrimental impact.

[0028] Uncontradicted, heading(s) (e.g., “Construction, Terms . . . ”) and subheadings here are included for convenience and do not limit the scope of any aspect(s). Uncontradicted, aspect(s), step(s), or element(s) described under one heading can apply to other aspect(s) or step(s) / element(s) here.

[0029] Ranges of values are used to represent each value falling within such range that are within an order of magnitude of the smallest endpoint of the range without having to explicitly write each value of the range. E.g., a recited range of 1-2 implicitly discloses each of 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, . . . 1.9, and 2.0 and 10-100 implicitly discloses each of 10, 11, 12, . . . 98, 99, and 100). Uncontradicted, all ranges include the range's endpoints, regardless of how a range is described. E.g., “between 1-5” includes 1 and 5 in addition to 2, 3, and 4 (and all numbers between such numbers within an order of magnitude of such endpoints, e.g., 1.0, 1.1, . . . 4.9, and 5.0). For the avoidance of doubt, any number within a range, regardless of the order of magnitude of the number, is covered by the range (e.g., a range of 2-20 covers 18.593). Uncontradicted, readers will understand that any two values in a range provided as a list herein can be combined as endpoints to form a range defining a more particular aspect of the invention (e.g., if a list of values 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of element X is provided, readers will understand that the disclosure implicitly discloses an aspect comprising 2-4×, 3-5×, and 1-3×, etc.

[0030] Terms of approximation (e.g., “about,”“˜,” or “approximately”) are used (1) to refer to a set of related values or (2) where a precise value is difficult to define (e.g., due to limits of measurement). Uncontradicted, all exact values provided here simultaneously / implicitly disclose corresponding approximate values and vice versa (e.g., disclosure of “about 10” provides explicit support for the use of 10 exactly in such aspect / description). Ranges described with approximate value(s) include all values encompassed by each approximate endpoint, regardless of presentation (e.g., “about 10-20” has the same meaning as “about 10-about 20”). The scope of value(s) encompassed by an approximate term typically depends on the context of the disclosure, criticality or operability, statistical significance, understanding in the art, etc. In the absence of guidance here or in the art for an element, terms such as “about” when used in connection with an element should be interpreted as ±10% of the indicated value(s) and implicitly disclosing ±5%, ±2%, ±1%, and ±0.5%.

[0031] Lists of aspects, elements, steps, and features are sometimes employed for conciseness. Unless indicated, each member of each list should be viewed as an independent aspect. Each aspect defined by any individual member of a list can have, and often will have, nonobvious properties vis-a-vis aspects characterized by other members of the list.

[0032] Uncontradicted, the terms “a” and “an” and “the” and similar referents encompass both the singular and the plural form of the referenced element, step, or aspect. Uncontradicted, terms in the singular implicitly convey the plural and vice versa herein (in other words, disclosure of an element / step implicitly discloses corresponding use of such / similar elements / steps and vice versa). Hence, e.g., a passage regarding an aspect including X step supports a corresponding aspect including several X steps. Uncontradicted, any mixed use of a referent such as “a” in respect of one element / step or characteristic and “one or more of” with respect to another element / step or characteristic in a paragraph, sentence, aspect, or claim, does not change the meaning of such referents. Thus, for example, if a paragraph describes a composition comprising “an X” and “one or more Ys,” the paragraph should be understood as providing disclosure of “one or more Xs” and “one or more Ys.”

[0033] “Significant” and “significantly” mean results / characteristics that are statistically significant using ≥1 appropriate test(s) / trial(s) in the given context (e.g., p≤0.05 / 0.01). “Detectable” means measurably present / different using known detection tools / techniques. The acronym “DOS” (or “DoS”) means “detectable(ly) or significant(ly).”

[0034] Uncontradicted, any value provided here that is not accompanied by a unit of measurement (e.g., a weight of 50 or a length of 20), either any previously provided unit for the same element / step or the same type of element / step will apply, or, in cases where no such disclosure exists, the unit most commonly used in association with such an element / step in the art will apply.

[0035] Uncontradicted, the terms “including,”“containing,”“comprising,” and “having” mean “including, but not limited to” or “including, without limitation.” Uncontradicted, use of terms such as comprising and including regarding elements / steps means including any detectable number or amount of an element or including any detectable performance of a step / number of steps (with or without other elements / steps). Uncontradicted, “a” means one or more, even when terms such as “one or more” or “at least one” are used in association with the referent “a.”

[0036] For conciseness, description of an aspect “comprising” or “including” an element, with respect to a collection / whole (e.g., a system, device, or composition), implicitly provides support for any detectable amount / number or ≥˜1%, ≥˜5%, ≥˜10%, ≥˜20%, ≥˜25%, ≥˜33%, ≥˜50%, ≥˜51%, ≥˜66%, ≥˜75%, ≥˜90%, ≥˜95%, ≥˜99%, or ˜100% of the whole / collection being made up of the element, or essentially all of the whole / collection being made up of the element (i.e., that the collection consists essentially of the referenced element). Similarly, a method described as including a step with respect to an effect / outcome implicitly provides support for the referenced step providing ≥˜1%, ≥˜5%, ≥˜10%, ≥˜20%, ≥˜25%, ≥˜33%, ≥˜50%, ≥˜51%, ≥˜66%, ≥˜75%, ≥˜90%, ≥˜95%, ≥˜99%, or ˜100% of the effect / outcome, representing ≥˜1%, ≥˜5%, ≥˜10%, ≥˜20%, ≥˜25%, ≥˜33%, ≥˜50%, ≥˜51%, ≥˜66%, ≥˜75%, ≥˜90%, ≥˜95%, ≥˜99%, or ˜100% of the steps / effort performed, or both. Explicit listing of percentages of elements / steps in connection with aspects does not limit or contradict such implicit disclosure.

[0037] Uncontradicted, terms such as “comprising” when used in connection with a step of a method provide implicit support for performing the step once, ≥2 times, or until an associated function / effect is achieved.

[0038] Uncontradicted, the term “one” means a single type, single iteration / copy / thing, of a recited element or step, or both, which will be clear from context. For example, the referent “one” used with a component of a composition / article or system can refer to one type of element (which may be present in numerous copies, as in the case of an ingredient in a composition), one unit of the element, or both. Similarly, “one” component, a “single” component, or the “only component” of a system typically means 1 type of element (which may be present in numerous copies), 1 instance / unit of the element, or both. Further, “one” step of a method typically means performing one type of action (step), one iteration of a step, or both. Uncontradicted, a disclosure of “one” element provides support for both, but uncontradicted, any claim to any “one” element means one type of such an element (e.g., a type of component of a composition / system / article).

[0039] Uncontradicted, the term “some” means ≥2 copies / instances or ≥5% of a listed collection / whole is, or is made up of, an element. Regarding methods, some means ≥5% of an effect, effort, or both, is made up of or is attributable to a step (e.g., as in “some of the method is performed by step Y”) or indicates a step is performed ≥2 times (e.g., as in “step X is repeated some number of times”). Terms such as “predominately,”“most,” or “mostly,” (and “primarily” when not used to refer to an order of events or “mainly”) means detectably >50% (e.g., mostly comprises, predominately includes, etc., mean >50%) (e.g., a system that mostly includes element X is composed of ≥50% of element X). The term “generally” means ≥75% (e.g., generally consists of, generally associated with, generally comprises, etc., means 75%) (e.g., a method that generally consists of step X means that 75% of the effort or effect of the method is attributable to step X). “Substantially” or “nearly” means ≥95% (e.g., nearly all, substantially consists of, etc., mean ≥95%) (e.g., a collection that nearly entirely is made up of element X means that at least 95% of the elements in the collection are element X). Terms such as “generally free” of an element or “generally lacking” an element mean comprising ≤25-% of an element and terms such as “substantially free” of an element mean comprising ≤˜5% of an element.

[0040] Uncontradicted, any aspect described with respect to an optionally present element(s) / step(s) also provides implicit support for corresponding aspect(s) in which one, some, most, generally all, nearly all, essentially all, or all of such element(s) are lacking / step(s) not performed, in respect of the relevant aspect. E.g., disclosure of a system comprising element X implicitly also supports a system lacking element X.

[0041] Uncontradicted, changes to tense or presentation of terms (e.g., using “comprises predominately” in place of “predominately comprises”) do not change the meaning of the corresponding term / phrase.

[0042] Uncontradicted, all methods provided here can be performed in any suitable order regardless of presentation (e.g., a method comprising steps A, B, and C, can be performed in the order C, B, and A; B and A and C simultaneously, etc.). Uncontradicted, elements of a composition can be assembled in any suitable manner by any suitable method. In general, any methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described here can be used in the practice of embodiments in at least the broadest version of the relevant aspect. Uncontradicted, the use of ordinal numbers such as “first,”“second,”“third,” and so on is to distinguish respective elements rather than to denote a particular order of those elements, importance, or configuration.

[0043] Uncontradicted, any elements, steps, components, or features of aspects and all variations thereof, etc., are within the scope of the invention and broadest version of any aspect.

[0044] Elements associated with a function can be described as “means for” performing a function in a composition / device / system or a “step for” performing a part of a method, and parts of this disclosure refer to “equivalents,” which means equivalents known in the art for achieving a referenced function associated with disclosed mean(s) / step(s). However, no element of this disclosure or claim should be interpreted as limited to a “means-plus-function” construction unless such intent is clearly indicated using the terms “means for” or “step for.” Terms such as “configured to” or “adapted to” do not indicate “means-plus-function” interpretation, but, rather, describe element(s) / step(s) configured to, designed to, selected to, or adapted to achieve a certain performance, characteristic, property, etc. using teachings provided here or in the art.

[0045] Uncontradicted, the term “part” refers to a portion of a device, component, system, or assembly that is characterized by a unique construction or composition, and which is separate from, is separable from, or was at least at one point in time (e.g., during manufacturing of the associated device) separable / separated from one or more other part(s) or component(s) (e.g., where the applicable part represents one of a plurality of parts of an assembly).

[0046] Uncontradicted, the term “component” describes a part or collection of associated parts which perform one or more defined functions. A function can, depending on context, be selectively performed, conditionally performed, or both, or can be performed at all times during operation or can be an inherent feature of a part or component.

[0047] Uncontradicted, the term “mechanism” describes feature(s), part(s), component(s), or combination(s) thereof, that cause(s) or promote(s) the interaction of two or more elements (parts, components, devices, or combinations thereof, etc.). Often, but not always, a mechanism may be composed of two parts, features, or a combination thereof, that perform the interaction (e.g., a hook part and a loop part in a hook-and-loop attachment mechanism). In certain aspects, a “mechanism” can be represented as a single part, feature, or component, as in, for example, a magnet.

[0048] Uncontradicted, the term “assembly” refers to a component formed by an assembly of previously separated parts.

[0049] Uncontradicted, the term “feature” is used to describe a portion of a part or component that is associated with a well-defined structure, composition / material(s), or function.

[0050] In certain contexts, herein, the term “element” may additionally be used to reference a part, component, or assembly simply for ease of presentation. For example, disclosure herein may use the phrase “the X component of an of a delivery device,”“the X element of a delivery device,”“the X component,” or “the X element,” wherein “X” is the same named part. In a specific example, the following language may be used: “The insert support component of a delivery device,” wherein such an insert support component can comprise a “stabilizing component”, wherein the stabilizing component can comprise a “compressible positioner,” wherein the compressible positioner may be described as “a compressible component of a delivery device,”“a compressible element of a delivery device,”“the compressible component,”, or, e.g., “the compressible element.” Uncontradicted, the use of the term “element” can be interpreted as “part,”“component,” or “assembly,” or even a device in a system, as applicable by context, though readers will also understand that “element” also can refer to any part of an aspect (e.g., a volatile compound composition can be an element of a device or system aspect). The term element when applied to an object or structure can be useful in representing an object or structure that can be embodied either as a feature of a part / component or a separate part / component, such as a moveable fidget element of a device, or as a separate device in a system. Uncontradicted, any disclosure of a structure / object as a part or component implicitly also discloses a corresponding aspect where the described part or component is substituted with the term “element” and vice versa. E.g., any aspect herein describing a VCOC provides support for a volatile compound outlet element, which may be, e.g., a part of a component that performs both volatile compound outlet and volatile compound storage component functions.

[0051] As a simple example, a rolling component of an automobile can comprise one or more axles and one or more wheels. Each wheel can, e.g., be a part of the rolling component, as can, e.g., each axel. Also, or alternatively, each wheel can be a component comprising its own parts, such as, e.g., a rubber tire and a wheel rim. A rolling mechanism can be, e.g., at least one axel and at least one wheel, wherein the mechanism facilitates the movement of the automobile. Further, an axel and, e.g., at least two wheels, may form an assembly. The particular design of the tread on the rubber tire of a wheel can be, e.g., a feature of the rubber tire. In describing the automobile, one may reference, for example, a / the “wheel element.”

[0052] Terms related to orientation may be used here to describe the positioning of a part, component, or, e.g., an assembly in space (spatial positioning or spatial orientation) relative to one or more other part(s), component(s), or assembly(ies). For example, terms such as “longitudinal,”“lateral,” and “vertical” can be used herein to refer to a what would be understood by readers to correspond to an x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis, respectively, of a device or other element (the x-axis and y-axis being perpendicular in the relevant plane and the z-axis being oriented away from, above or below the plane). Such terminology can refer to the orientation of part(s), component(s), and, e.g., device(s), etc. The term “horizonal” can be used to mean either longitudinal or lateral, i.e., not vertical.

[0053] Readers will understand when other similar positional terms are also used. For example, the term “length” may be used in place of “longitude,” the term “width” or “thickness” (or, where applicable, circumference) may be used in place of “lateral,” and terms such as “height” or terms such as “up” and “down” (or upper and lower) may be used in place of “vertical.”

[0054] Ordinarily, the vertical access in a description or a figure is oriented in the manner in which gravity acts and on a page ordinarily will correspond to the top and bottom of the page when viewed by a reader. Ordinarily, the longitudinal direction will refer to the direction of right-to-left in a figure or description, and the lateral direction refers to the direction perpendicular thereto (e.g., in the same plane) (but ordinarily representing objects towards the reader and away from the reader rather than to the right, left, or center of the reader). Often the lateral dimension can be considered to “come in and out of the page” (i.e., projecting towards or away from the reader).

[0055] Such terms can also describe how a device or element is oriented, consistent with the longest measurement / dimension of the element / device in ordinary use. For example, a device that is longitudinally oriented will have its longest dimension in the longitudinal coordinate (longest measurement along or parallel to the longitudinal axis). Ordinarily, a device or other element is displayed or described consistent with its orientation in ordinary or primary use (e.g., a device is typically described as positioned longitudinally if used longitudinally). For example, although an automobile might be shown as aligned vertically it is, consistent with these principles, ordinarily described and displayed as horizontally aligned because that is the way the automobile is ordinarily used and from rear bumper to front bumper because that is the largest horizontal dimension of the car).

[0056] Herein, uncontradicted, a delivery device of the invention is ordinarily described and displayed in a horizontal and longitudinal alignment as this reflects the typical alignment of use (i.e., when a user engages with the delivery device). Terms like “proximal” and “distal” or “near” and “far” can be used in relationship to objects, usually to two or more objects, to describe relative distances. Uncontradicted, such terms are not meant to imply any specific limitation on position, at least with respect to the broadest disclosed relevant aspect.

[0057] Despite the foregoing, uncontradicted, terms such as “longitudinal”, “transversal”, “orthogonal,”“vertical,”“on”, “under”, “in front of”, “behind”, “left”, “right”, “vertical”, “horizontal”, “top”, “bottom”, “inside”, “outside”, etc. that indicate the directions or positions based on the directions or positions shown in the drawings or in the description of the directions or positions in a device, component, or part commonly placed, are, at least in one aspect, only for the purpose of describing the present disclosure and simplifying the descriptions, but not intended to indicate or imply that a device or a component has a compulsory position or must be structured or operated in a specific position, hence not to be considered as limitations to the full scope of the present disclosure.

[0058] In view of the preceding paragraphs, terms such as “top” and “bottom” or “upper” and “lower” may be used to refer to the position of parts, components, etc., in this disclosure. Uncontradicted, readers should interpret such terms as merely terms of context (e.g., referring to a particular figure) or convenience. In certain embodiments where there is some functionality associated with the placement, terms such as “top” and “bottom” may have a more definite meaning in a particular context, at least in aspects (e.g., with respect to orientation to the horizon, another part / component, etc.). For example, if an, e.g., insert compartment mostly or entirely effects placement of an insert gravitationally (i.e., with little or no positional support), the insert compartment exposure will typically occur at the “top” of the device, because a bottom oriented insert compartment exposure (i.e., a downward facing, with respect to the horizon, exposure) would likely lead to the insert falling out of the insert compartment inadvertently (at least with increased frequency) if comprising little or no positional support.

[0059] Axes relating to the orientation of a device or element also can be used in the description of such a device or element. For example, an imaginary line drawn through the longest dimension of a device herein may be referred to as a “long axis” or “longitudinal axis” of the device. Other elements may be described as perpendicular, parallel, aligned with / overlapping, being the same (or substantially the same), or being non-overlapping, non-aligned, etc., with respect to such an axis.

[0060] In aspects, airflow through a device or component can be described as “upstream” or “downstream” of some reference element. Uncontradicted, “upstream” means airflow (or a location in an airflow element) located relatively more towards the airflow inlet of a device with respect to referenced element(s) and “downstream” means airflow (or a location in an airflow element) located relatively closer to the airflow outlet than the referenced element(s).

[0061] Uncontradicted, the term “impervious” means impervious to the volatile compound composition(s) (VCC(s)) that are intended to be used in a device. Uncontradicted, an “impervious” material does not permit the release of VCC(s) or volatile compound(s) (“VC(s)”) contained therein. In aspects, an impervious material is unreactive with VCC(s) / VC(s). For example, a component composed of stainless steel will be impervious to most essential oil compositions and to the volatile compounds contained therein.

[0062] Herein, terms such as “interface,”“engage,” and, e.g., “cooperate” may be used to describe the interaction of two or more part(s), component(s), or assembly(ies) or combination(s) thereof. Uncontradicted, the term “interface” is used to describe physical contact, such as, e.g., part A interfacing with part B means that part A makes physical contact with part B. Uncontradicted, “engage” also means to affect activity detectably or significantly. Further, “engage” may be used to indicate an active interface, such as, e.g., a magnetic attraction between two parts, such that while activity of a part may not be visually perceivable, an attractive activity is present. For example, a part / component / feature called X engaging a part / component / feature called Y can mean that, e.g., activity of X detectably or significantly affects activity of part Y, or, also or alternatively, there is a non-visible activity occurring between X and Y, such as, e.g., the engagement between X and Y is a magnetic attraction. “Engage” may in aspects also mean to affect activity detectably or significantly but may not require a direct / touching (contacting) interface (e.g., may not involve direct attachment or other contact). Accordingly, a part / component / feature called X that “engages” a part / component / feature called Y can mean that, e.g., activity of X detectably or significantly affects the activity of (acts on, applies a detectable force on, etc.) part Y, or, also or alternatively, there is a non-visible activity occurring between X and Y, such as, e.g., the engagement between X and Y is a magnetic attraction, wherein X and Y do not make physical contact. In aspects a force between parts / components or features also can cause other parts, components, or features that make up part of a device or different devices to come into contact or remain in contact.

[0063] Terms such as “outlet” and “inlet,” like other terms herein can represent multiple elements to provide the indicated structure / function. For example, an outlet can comprise many outlet channels / orifices or a single hole / opening, etc.

[0064] Herein the term “cooperate” can be used to describe two or more part(s), component(s), or assembly(ies) or combination(s) thereof which act together to perform a function, as in, for example, two or more airflow limiting parts which cooperate to establish and airflow control setting of a device.

[0065] Terms such as “selectively,”“selectable,”“releasably”, “releasable” and, e.g., “controllable” may be used to describe the functionality of one or more part, component, or assembly (or combination(s) thereof), the state of interface(s) or engagement(s) of one or more part(s), component(s), or assembly(ies) (or combination(s) thereof), one or more operation status(s) or setting(s) of a delivery device, or the like.

[0066] Uncontradicted, terms such as “selectively” or “selectable” mean designed to be, able to be, or which otherwise are established / set by a device user (e.g., an airflow control setting could be “selectable” such that it can be “selectively” open or “selectively” closed (or, e.g., a feature could be, e.g., selectively on / off, active / inactive, functional / non-functional, etc.) or selectively more or selectively less).

[0067] Uncontradicted, the terms “releasably” and “releasable” mean that two or more referenced parts, components, assemblies, elements, features, or combinations thereof, which can be at least detectably or significantly engaged but which can be disengaged from one another. For example, part A and part B can be “selectively releasable,” meaning that part A and part B are able to be engaged or disengaged from one another as established by a device user.

[0068] Uncontradicted a “secure” or “fixed” engagement or attachment means an engagement that is not intended to be releasable or that would not be releasable in ordinary intended operation or if released would reduce or eliminate or limit operability.

[0069] In aspects involving devices formed by releasable / engageable components, the ends of components can be described with reference to the “engagement ends” of the components. In aspects, the engagement ends are positioned toward the interior of a device. In such aspects, the other ends can be described as the inlet end (e.g., of a mating component) and the outlet end (e.g., of a mouthpiece / volatile compound outlet (VCO) component).

[0070] Uncontradicted, the term “controllable” (or “adjustable”) means adjustable in degree, amount, timing, or other characteristic(s) of operation, according to user aim(s), desire(s), target use(s), or other user preference(s). For example, an airflow control setting could be “controllable” such that the user can select, adjust, or otherwise modulate airflow by selecting an airflow control setting from a plurality of airflow control setting options which each establish a different level of airflow restriction through a device. A controllable / adjustable component allows for ≥2 conditions or states (e.g., degree of airflow control) that can be selected by a user (e.g., ≥3, ≥5, ≥7, ≥10, ≥15, ≥20, ≥25, etc.). In other aspects, a device can also or alternatively comprise an airflow restrictor or modulator that is selectable, but not controllable. Such an element can change the airflow characteristics of the device when selected but may not afford the user the opportunity to change the degree of airflow modulation. In this respect, uncontradicted, a controllable element can be considered to be a particular type or example of a selectable element. A selectable element does not necessarily mean that entirely on or off, but, rather, can simply mean changed from one state / setting to another when a selection is made.

[0071] Readers will understand that any element, feature, step, or characteristic of any aspect of the invention recited herein as being present in an aspect also implicitly provides support for the element, feature, step, or characteristic as being excluded from a corresponding / similar aspect of the invention implicitly disclosed by the explicit positive disclosure. For example, if the disclosure states that in an aspect object A comprises element B, readers will understand that a corresponding aspect is implicitly disclosed which provides object A lacking element B.

[0072] Uncontradicted, the word “exemplary” means “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any specific embodiment or aspect described herein explicitly described as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments or aspect of the inventive devices / compositions / methods described herein.

[0073] Uncontradicted, terms such as “improved” or “enhanced” herein means DOS increased or decreased according to the desired function, property, or effect. Thus, in aspects, “improved” means DOS increased and in other aspects “improved” means DOS reduced (e.g., when referring to a risk, harmful effect, minimal force / movement, etc.).

[0074] All references (e.g., publications, patent applications, and patents) cited herein are hereby incorporated by reference as if each reference were individually and specifically indicated to be incorporated by reference and set forth in its entirety herein. Uncontradicted, any suitable principles, methods, or elements of such references (collectively “teachings”) can be combined with or adapted to aspects. However, citation / incorporation of patent documents is limited to the technical disclosure thereof and does not reflect any view regarding the validity, patentability, etc., thereof. In the event of any conflict between this disclosure and the teachings of such documents, the content of this disclosure controls regarding the interpretation of the aspects of the invention. Numerous references are cited here to concisely incorporate known information and aid skilled persons in putting aspects into practice. While efforts have been made to include the most relevant references for such purposes, readers will understand that not every aspect of every cited reference will apply to every aspect of the invention. The invention is, in some respects, intended to provide device(s), system(s), method(s), or composition(s) that are distinguishable from (inventive with respect to) the prior art. Accordingly, while all references herein are incorporated by reference readers will likewise understand that this disclosure provides for the explicit exclusion of any element disclosed in such prior art references that differs from the applicable elements of any aspect of the invention described herein.Terms, Concepts, and Acronyms Specific to Certain Aspects.

[0075] Uncontradicted, any element described herein as “releasable” or “detachable” will mean that the element is re-releasable and re-detachable, being capable of being attached and detached or engaged and disengaged several times over a period or collection of times, which, in aspects, may define a shelf life of a part, component, or device, or which may define a period of use (as in, e.g., a period over which a user engages with a delivery device multiple times). Uncontradicted, this concept of repeated functionality can be applied to any similar functional description provided herein (e.g., selectiveness means, uncontradicted, repeatedly selectable and controllable means repeatedly controllable) and, thus, provides implicit support for an aspect where the releasable / detachable element is repeatedly releasable / detachable even if not explicitly stated.

[0076] In aspects, components or elements can be described as “rapidly” re-engageable or “rapidly,”“readily,” or “quickly” re-attachable, etc. Uncontradicted, the rapidity (the readiness or the quickness) relates to the amount of force that a user will need to apply to disengage or reengage the elements. Typically, a “rapid release” mechanism or function is associated with the application of a force of less than about 1 kg in order to cause the relevant release / disengagement, and often the force will be less than about 0.75 kg, less than about 0.5 kg, less than about 0.25 kg, less than about 0.15 kg, less than about 0.1 kg, or less than about 0.05 kg or even less than 0.025, 0.01, or 0.005 kg, such as about 0.005-2.5 kg, ˜0.01-3 kg, about 0.01-1.5 kg, about 0.025-1.25 kg, about 0.05-1 kg, about 0.075-1 kg, about 0.1-1.25 kg, about 0.1-1 kg, about 0.1-0.5 kg, or ˜0.1-0.25 kg. In aspects, the amount of force associated with a function characterized as rapid release will be about 0.05-0.6 kg, e.g., about 0.075-0.6 kg, about 0.075-0.3 kg, about 0.1-0.3 kg, about 0.15-0.45 kg, 0.15-0.75 kg, about 0.15-0.5 kg, about 0.08-0.4 kg, about 0.07-0.35 kg, about 0.02-0.8 kg, or about 0.025-0.75 kg of force. In aspects, the amount of force associated with a rapid release function is about 0.003-6 Newtons (N), such as about 0.004-4 N, about 0.004-2 N, about 0.003-3 N, about 0.0035-3.5 N, about 0.005 N-0.2 N, about 0.01 N-5 N, about 0.0075-3.5 N, about 0.002-0.5 N, about 0.001-3 N, or about 0.001-1 N. In other aspects, a rapid release force is about 0.05-5 N or about 0.5-7.5 N, or 0.5-5 N, or about 0.05-2.5 N, about 0.1 N to about 2.5 N, about 0.2-2 N, or about 0.5-3.5 N. Uncontradicted, any element (part, component, feature, or combination thereof) described as engageable, releasable, and the like, even if not described as rapidly releasable, etc., provides implicit support for a corresponding aspect in which the element is rapidly re-engageable / engageable, releasable, etc. Any engagement, release, etc., described herein can be associated with any such force described in this section.

[0077] A “fidget” or “fidgeting” function, mechanism, or activity of a feature or a component, or a device in a system that a significant number of users of the applicable device repeatedly perform within a short period of time for the primary purpose of the user modifying or maintaining a psychological state or sensory state, such as to experience pleasure, to increase or promote focus or concentration, to reduce or manage stress or anxiety (or promote calmness or relaxation), to distract attention from other matters, to provide sensory input(s), or to provide an extraneous object outlet for a tendency to fidget in the user. In aspects, such benefits are self-reported by a significant number of individuals that are typical users in a study or survey. In aspects, one or more of such benefits are demonstrated to take place by other objective measurements such as physiological changes in a significant number of individuals that engage in the fidgeting behavior. Often, the repeated motion of a fidget function, mechanism, or activity has no beneficial impact in terms of the performance or operability of a device. Examples of device fidgeting of such a nature with well-known objects includes repeatedly flipping a light switch on-and-off, repeatedly opening and closing a Zippo lighter, popping a pen cap off and pushing it back on the pen, repeatedly opening and closing a click ball point pen, simply twirling a pen or pencil, repeatedly spinning a fidget spinner toy, spinning or flipping coins, jangling or clicking keys, spinning rings, repeatedly squeezing and releasing a stress ball, repeatedly opening and closing a Velcro (hook-and-loop) attachment, repeatedly separating and binding magnets, repeatedly opening and releasing a binder clip, repeatedly stretching and releasing a rubber band, etc.

[0078] A fidget mechanism, component, element, activity, or feature (e.g., of a system) accordingly typically is adapted to allow for such repeated movements and is associated with a low level of force that is required initiate the motion of the feature / element / function (i.e., it has a low “minimum movement force” or “minimum initiation force”). The minimum movement force typically is a force that can be applied by one hand of an average user without any significant effort or exertion and often can be initiated by small movements of one or more fingers, light shaking, light tipping, and the like. In one aspect, a fidget activity / function or fidget element is initiated / triggered by the user applying a force that is described herein as also being suitable for the release of a rapidly releasable element / component (e.g., application of 0.003-3 Newtons (N), such as about 0.005-2 N, about 0.01-2, 1.5, or 1 N, about 0.025-1.5, 1.25, or 1 N, about 0.5-1.75, 1.5, or 1.25 N (e.g., ˜0.25-2, 0.1-1, 0.1-2, 0.1-1.5, 0.25-1.5, 0.25-2.5 N, 0.5-3, 0.5-2.5, or ˜0.5-˜1.5 N). In aspects, a fidget function, mechanism, feature, or other element is associated with a required force to repeat or sustain the movement (sustained or repeat movement force) that is about the same as (e.g., is within about 0.5-1.5× or about 0.75-1.25× of), is not significantly more than the minimum initiation force. In aspects, the sustained or repeat movement force of a fidget element is, if applied while the fidget element is already in motion, significantly less (e.g., at least 25%, 33%, 50% lesser) than the minimum initiation force.

[0079] In aspects, and commonly, once an initiation force is applied to a fidget element the fidget element the fidget element will move to a detectibly different position than the initial resting position, to a detectably different state than it was in the resting state at least temporarily, or both, within a period of less than 10 seconds (e.g., less than ˜7, less than 5, less than 4, less than 3, less than about 2.5 seconds) (on average or in all cases—as is applicable to similar time measurements provided herein). The “detectibly different” position in this respect is a position that the user can detect differs from the initial resting position, even though the change in position can be very small, such as about 15 cm or less, about 10 cm or less, about 7.5 cm or less, or ≤˜5, 4.5, 4, 3.5, 3, 2.5, 2.25, 2, 1.75, 1.5, or 1.25 cm prior a significant number, most, generally all, or substantially all users detecting the change in position. In aspects, the movement can be or can on average be detected by most, generally all, or substantially all users at about 0.001 cm, 0.002 cm, 0.005 cm, 0.01 cm, 0.05 cm, or about 0.1 cm of movement (e.g., about 0.05-0.2 cm, 0.025-0.1 cm, or 0.033-0.75 cm). In aspects, the movement changes the state of the fidget element, at least temporarily, such as by releasing it from another element to which it is normally attached / engaged (in the resting position), increasing or depressing the size of the element, or putting the element into a temporarily sustained motion.

[0080] In aspects, a fidget function, fidget activity, or fidget mechanism is composed of or comprises two or more elements that directly or indirectly engage or re-engage upon the application of a low minimum initiation force or greater force as described above for releasable elements in general. In aspects, a fidget element is a single part, component, or feature that operates without interaction with another element.

[0081] In aspects, a fidget element (feature, part, component, or device) remains in contact with another element throughout the fidget movement. E.g., where the VC delivery device is itself the fidget element in a system with a suitable support device, the support device and delivery device typically stay in contact while a user spins the delivery device on a surface of the support device. The fidgeting movement of binder clip teeth or a flip lighter lid also exemplify such fidgeting elements where the movable fidget element remains in contact with the rest of the associated device.

[0082] In aspects, a user must initiate the fidget movement of a fidget mechanism / element, return the fidget element(s) to a suitable starting position, and repeat the initiation of the fidget movement. A flip (e.g., Zippo-style) lighter is a good example of such a type of fidgeting element. In this disclosure, a releasable magnetic engagement is an example of such a fidgeting element. I.e., the magnet once released must be brought back into contact with a material that it engages with and then the user must once again pull the elements apart to overcome the magnetic attraction of the elements.

[0083] In aspects, the force required to repeat a fidget, or to sustain a fidget while still at least detectably in motion, is detectably or significantly less than the force required to initially initiate the fidget. Repeating a fidget while still detectably in motion may also be associated with less required force. In aspects, a fidget mechanism can be reinforced while still in motion by the user. Fidget elements are normally associated with weak force engagements (e.g., low / normal level magnetic engagements), low friction moving parts (e.g., ball bearings), weak force tension elements that cause a rapid return to a ready to use state, and the like.

[0084] In aspects, a fidget element / activity is configured / adapted to continue in motion once motion is initiated until the element comes to a resting position (e.g., as in the case of the flip lighter opening or the mating component / barrel turning in a device of the invention). In aspects, a fidget element / activity is configured adapted to continue in motion until it reaches a resting state that is the same as or is substantially or generally similar to, in at least some respect (e.g., in at least one dimension), the initial starting position (e.g., is in the same position in one or more dimensions as when it started the motion). For example, the “jaw” parts of a binder clip when released will return to a starting position. In the case of the devices and systems herein a fidget promoting system that permits a device to spin or otherwise move about a support device typically similarly entails the device remaining at least at the same distance from the user in one dimension due to the association with the base. In aspects, a fidget function motion ends automatically (as a feature of the mechanism's or element's design / construction and not due to user action) within a short period of time after movement initiation, such as within (on average, in generally all cases, etc.) about 10 seconds or less, about 5 seconds or less, about 2.5 seconds or less, etc., e.g., about 1-3 seconds, about 0.5-2.5 seconds, about 0.75-3 seconds, or about 1.25-2.75 seconds. In aspects, the movement of the fidget element will last from 10 milliseconds (msec.) to about 5 seconds (secs.), e.g., about 50 msec., about 75 msec., or about 100 msec. to about 3 secs, about 2 secs, or about 1 sec. In some respects, the motion of a fidget is completed on average, generally, substantially always, or always within about 100 msec., ˜200 msec., or ˜300 msec. (i.e., 0.3 secs.) to about 1.5, 1.2, 1, 0.75, 2.75, 3.5, or about 5 secs. Other exemplary time periods for completion of a fidget can include ˜0.1-3 secs., ˜0.2-2.2 secs., ˜0.25-2 secs., ˜0.2-1.8 secs., ˜0.25-1.5 secs., ˜0.25-2 secs., ˜0.25-1 secs., ˜0.3-1.2 secs., ˜0.3-0.9 secs., ˜0.5-2 ˜, ˜0.5-2.5 secs., ˜0.5-5 secs., ˜0.5-1.5 secs., or ˜0.5-1 secs. In aspects, a fidget motion will last about 0.7 to about 7.5 secs., ˜0.8 to ˜6.4 secs., ˜0.9 secs. to ˜4.5 or 6.4 seconds, ˜1-5 secs., ˜1-10 secs., ˜1.25-7.5 secs., or ˜1.5-˜9 secs. In aspects, a fidget motion can be associated with a longer time span, such as about 1 sec. to about 1 minute (min.), ˜2 sec. to ˜2 min., ˜5 secs, to ˜5 mins., ˜10 secs to ˜5 mins., ˜5 secs. to ˜2.5 mins., ˜10 secs. to ˜2.5 mins., ˜10 secs. to ˜3.5 mins. ˜20 secs. to ˜4 mins., ˜20 secs. to ˜2 mins., ˜10 secs. to ˜1 min., or ˜5 secs. to ˜1 min.

[0085] Any of the fidgeting functions, activities, motions, etc., described herein can, uncontradicted, be associated with such forces required to initiate such time(s) of motion before coming again to a resting position. Typically, a user can prolong a fidget motion, modulate a fidget motion (e.g., speed up a fidget motion), or terminate / lessen the duration or speed of a fidget motion by manual intervention.

[0086] In aspects, the fidget function movement is only attributable to movement of the user. For example, in the case of a magnetic association of a mating component and a VCOC, which can be considered both a rapid engagement association and a fidget element, the separation and rejoining of the components is solely due to motion of the user and the components will not return to the initial state or anything like the initial state (or any state in which the fidget movement is ready to be repeated) unless the user causes the relevant elements to reassociate / re-engage.

[0087] In aspects, a fidget element / function / activity is associated with one or more tactile, visual, or auditory feedback element(s) or feature(s) (stimulations). For example, a flip lighter or jangling key set provides an auditory stimulation to a user along with the sense of moving the fidget element. Devices of the present disclosure exemplify such a fidget mechanism in, e.g., devices that comprise a rotatable mating component that is associated with a “clicking” sound when moved (e.g., a clicking sound of about 10-150, 10-120, or 15-115 decibels (dB) per instance, such as ˜20-100, ˜20-90, ˜20-80, or ˜20-70 dB (e.g., 17.5-75, 16.5-90, 18-88, 20-85, or 20-75 dB)).

[0088] In aspects, a fidget function or fidget mechanism comprises a mechanism composed of two or more elements that re-engage with an application of a similar level of force as described above for releasable elements in general. In aspects, a fidget function / mechanism re-engages with the application of less force than required to initiate the fidget function.

[0089] In aspects, the duration of a sustaining fidget motion (a motion that continues automatically after initiation for a period due to element design rather than solely user application of force) is mostly, generally, substantially, or entirely within the control of the user (e.g., where a device includes a magnetic engagement mechanism / function, the user controls the timing of re-engagement by where they position the engageable part(s), component(s), feature(s), or device(s) that provide the fidget function) (e.g., the timing of re-engagement depending on the strength of magnetic attraction that causes the engageable elements to return to engagement). In aspects, the time of motion of a fidget, the force required to initiate a fidget, or both, will on average or generally vary significantly or detectably. In aspects, the time of motion of a fidget, force required to initiate a fidget, or both, will generally, substantially, essentially, or only be insignificantly different or undetectably different to a user.

[0090] In aspects, a device or system will be associated with both user-controlled timing fidget feature(s) (e.g., the above-described magnetic association of a mating component and a VCOC) and also features that automatically sustain movement for a period (e.g., where a device comprises a magnetic engagement fidget feature and is associated with a stand that allows the device to act as a fidget element).

[0091] In aspects, a fidget element or feature is associated with one or more characteristics or property that detectably or significantly promote returning of the element to a ready to use (ready for fidgeting) state (exert a force that promotes such reengagement, return movement, etc.). For example, a magnetic attracting of a fidget element promotes two parts of a magnetic engagement coming back together and can, in such a respect, attract a user to repeat the fidget activity.

[0092] Uncontradicted, the term “fully assembled” or “ready-to-use” (or “ready-for-use”) may be used to describe the state of a delivery device or other element. The term “fully assembled” can mean, e.g., any or all separable part(s), component(s), or assembly(ies) of a delivery device are in a state in which they are no longer separated from one another; but are, rather, fully present in stable position(s) (e.g., in forming a delivery device). The term “fully assembled” in relation to a delivery device can apply whether, e.g., an insert, is present within the delivery device, or not. The term “ready to use” should be interpreted similarly. “Ready to use” can mean the device is in a state suitable for the delivery of volatile compound(s) maintained therein, is in a state to provide a sensory experience such as a fidget experience, or any combination thereof. Such a ready-to-use / ready-for-use state can, in aspects, mean an insert is present or also or alternatively can mean an insert is not present. An insert can contain, e.g., absorb, VCCs, typically amount of VCC(s) / VC(s) that can be considered an “effective amount,” which typically means an amount that is able, on average, to deliver a desired amount / concentration of VCs to a user over a desired period of time (e.g., 1, 2, or 3 days). In aspects, an insert or insert compartment is described has having diameter(s), but readers will understand that the term diameter can be replaced with cross-section (sometimes referred to as thickness / width, height, or both), as such components are not necessarily circular / tubular.

[0093] The term “device” herein is used in many respects. Readers will understand that typically, uncontradicted, the term device means a “device of the invention” comprising elements for holding / storing volatile compounds and an outlet for delivering the same to a user, along with possibly one or more (e.g., possibly several) other inventive component(s), part(s), or feature(s) as will be described below. Method of use aspects of this disclosure (aka, uses) relate to several possible applications and benefits. For example, devices can be used for the pleasure of delivering flavor to a person. Users may find additional benefit(s) from use of certain combinations of volatile compounds, devices, and conditions. For example, users may find that devices can help with promoting a sense of calmness, focus, or even formation of habits or as a substitute for other habits. Uncontradicted, devices described herein are not intended to treat or prevent any disease or medical condition. Accordingly, in aspects devices are non-medical or non-regulated devices (as opposed to tobacco-related products or devices / drugs used to treat addiction or other medical conditions). Thus, while in certain aspects devices of the invention may be perceived as beneficial to users in breaking habits, such as reducing the desire to smoke cigarettes or tobacco products, this is only a limited possible aspect of the invention, and devices of the invention are typically intended for and useful in non-medical, pleasure-associated activities, rather than as therapeutic or prophylactic instruments or medical devices. In aspects, the devices are unheated (lack any heating element(s) or means or component(s)). In aspects, devices are unpowered. In aspects, devices are characterizable as “cold diffusion devices,” relying on unheated evaporation / diffusion of volatile compounds to the user (e.g., to the mouth).

[0094] The term “device” herein can, as indicated by context, be used in reference to a solid material capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing volatile compound(s) (commonly referred to herein as an insert, e.g., a removable insert). Such a device can be designed to be used in delivery device(s) described in the preceding paragraph.

[0095] In aspects, methods are described herein with reference to a user “inhaling” or using an “inhalation” force (or sucking) to promote the delivery of volatile compounds from the device to the user. In aspects, a user applies an inhalation force to deliver volatiles to the mouth, but the user does not inhale some, most, generally all, substantially all, or essentially all the volatile compounds beyond the mouth, such as into the lungs. Such aspects distinguish such methods from, e.g., smoking and vaping, in which full lung inhalation of vaporized / volatile products is the norm. In aspects, method(s) comprise the user taking such a step or providing the user with the instruction to not take such a lung inhalation (e.g., by product insert, website instruction, social media instruction, associated mobile device application instruction, etc.).

[0096] The invention also provides system(s) comprising device(s) and other device(s) / component(s). In general, a “system” is a collection of devices. In some cases, the terms device and component may be used interchangeably. For example, a device might comprise an insert comprising volatile compounds. However, the invention can also be characterized as providing a system comprising a device for delivery of compounds and one or more inserts. Similarly, aspects can describe the relationship between a device and an accessory, such as, e.g., a support component, such as a stand, or such aspects can be described as a system comprising a volatile compound delivery device and a support device. In aspects, the invention also provides “kits,” which are a collection of objects provided to a user with the intent of user assembly prior to an application thereof. Kits can be synonymous with systems (i.e., comprising components that make up a system) or can comprise components / parts for the assembly of device(s) (e.g., a device that can be configured two or more ways, such as when the kit comprises two or more mating components and a VCOC / body component).

[0097] As noted above, uncontradicted, the description of concepts, related terms, or concepts having a preexisting ordinary meaning in the art should not be, at least with respect to the broadest possible aspect provided by any disclosure herein, construed to exclude any aspect that also would be provided by the broadest ordinary construction of the concept or term, but, rather, as providing example(s) and also specific embodiment(s) within the scope of the broadest reasonable aspects that readers will derive from this disclosure. For example, if an object is described herein as being made of a material but is known in the art to also be made from other materials, the disclosure should be interpreted as providing an aspect where the object is made of any suitable material and a more specific aspect in which the object is specifically made of the explicitly recited material.

[0098] In several respects in this disclosure, a broad identification term is accompanied by language identifying a name or names for such a part / component / assembly (as applicable) provided in specific embodiment(s) or example(s). For example, the aspect element “engagement mechanism” (or, e.g., “selectively releasable attachment mechanism”) may be associated herein with narrower term(s) such as, e.g., “a rapidly releasable [or rapid release] force mechanism” or, e.g., a “magnet.” Where all such terms are not provided in a description of a particular component or mechanism, any singular reference should be interpreted as incorporating reference to the narrower or broader associated terms / elements as applicable. That is, for example, use of only the term, “engagement mechanism” should be interpreted as simultaneously providing support for disclosure of a “selectively releasable engagement mechanism,”“rapidly releasable force [or rapid release force] mechanism,” and “magnet.” Further, for example, uncontradicted, reference to only “rapidly releasable [or rapid release] force mechanism,” still should be interpreted as providing implicit / inherent support for a corresponding aspect in which the term is replaced “engagement mechanism,”“selectively releasable engagement mechanism,” or “magnet.” Further, uncontradicted, any use of only the term “magnet” should be interpreted as providing implicit support for aspects that would be characterized by comprising, alternatively, a “selectively releasable engagement mechanism,”“rapidly releasable [or rapid release] force mechanism,” or “engagement mechanism.”

[0099] As is understood in the art a “volatile compound” or “VC” is a compound that evaporates easily at room temperature. Typically, a volatile compound will also dissolve readily in and is provided in composition(s) (“volatile compound compositions” or “VCC”). A VCC typically is mostly or entirely in the form of a fluid, and typically is generally, essentially, or entirely liquid at room temperature. In aspects a VCC is a water / aqueous composition or an oil / hydrophobic liquid(s) composition, such as a hydrophobic essential oil. An example of a useful VCC is a composition comprising / of flavored essential oil(s) (e.g., a hydrophobic liquid containing volatile chemical compounds that are obtained from plants (e.g., by distillation) and provide a detectable flavor when tasted by a user).

[0100] Typically, volatile compound(s) in the context of the invention is / are volatile organic compound(s) (VOC(s)) that are, and a VCC is a composition comprising VOC(s) that is, safe (non-toxic) for delivery to its intended delivery target in the body of a user (e.g., in the mouth of a user). In aspects, most, generally all, or all the volatile compounds / VCC(s) of a device, method, kit, or system of the invention are flavored (have a flavor that can be detected by most, generally all, or all the typical population of users). In aspects the gas carrier for the VCs is mostly, generally, substantially, essentially, or entirely composed of air. As such, in aspects devices can be characterized as devices for delivering “flavored air” to a user. In aspects, most, generally all, or all volatile compound(s) have boiling points in the range of ˜50 to ˜260° C. (122 to 482° F.), e.g., about 100-250° C. In aspects, most, generally all, or all volatile compound(s) have a vapor pressure of about 0.01 kPa or greater at about 20° C. / ˜70° F. Uncontradicted volatile compound compositions used in devices have a rate of evaporation at room temperature that permits a typical amount of the composition when contained in the device in a typical manner (e.g., in a suitable insert material) to continuously release a detectable flavored composition when a user engages the device over a period of time (e.g., ≥4, 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48, 54, 60, 66, or 72 hours, such as 5-30 hrs., 6-24 hours, 12-24 hrs., 18-36 hours, 18-30 hours, or about 24 hours, of regular (e.g., every 10, 15, 30, 40, 60, 75, 90, or 120 minutes) or more regular, or near continuous waking use).SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0101] The invention(s) described here has / have many attributes and aspects, examples of which are provided in this section. Thus, readers will understand that this section (“Summary”) is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the scope of the invention is not limited to or by the disclosure in this Summary, as such disclosure included for illustrative purposes only and not restriction. Any of the aspects described under this section can be combined with any other aspect described in this section or with any other aspect of this disclosure.

[0102] In one aspect, the invention provides a delivery device for the delivery of volatile compound(s), which is typically adapted for use by a mammal, and ordinarily a human. In aspects, volatile compound(s) comprise or are flavored volatile compound(s). In aspects, volatile compound(s) are provided as or comprise non-combustible oil(s). In aspects, volatile compound(s) are provided as or comprise essential oil(s). In aspects, the delivery device is a device suitable for or adapted to the delivery of volatile compound(s) to a mouth of a user, e.g., a human device user. In aspects, the invention provides volatile compound delivery devices, characterizable as, e.g., an unpowered or non-electronic delivery device, a non-heating delivery device, or both a non-electronic and non-heating delivery device. In aspects, deliver device(s) can be characterized as passive diffusion device(s).

[0103] Device(s) of the invention, often referred to as delivery device(s), can at least temporarily hold / store volatile compound substances and to release or deliver such substances to an intended user. In aspects, delivery device(s) comprise a first component comprising an outlet for the delivery of volatile compounds to a user (release from the device). As described below, such a component can be descried as a volatile compound outlet component or “VCOC.” Because in aspects a VCOC can comprise a part or feature that is adapted for engaging the mouth of a user, a particular exemplary VCOC can be referred to as a mouthpiece component; however, in aspects, a VCOC may be adapted for engaging other parts of the body and may lack a dedicated mouthpiece. In aspects, a device can comprise ≥2 VCOCs. In aspects, a device comprises a single VCOC. Typically, device(s) comprise airflow channel(s) within the device that permit the flow of the stored volatile compound(s) to the outlet of the VCOC.

[0104] In aspects, device(s) comprise a VCOC and a / an (at least one) additional releasable component, a movable component, or both at least one releasable component (aka, a “mating component” or “second component’) and at least one separate movable (moveable) component. In aspects, the VCOC makes up most of a device. In such aspects, a VCOC may be described as a “body component.” As described above, readers will understand that uncontradicted, use of any of these terms implicitly provides support for corresponding aspect(s) in which the used term is replaced with such other related term(s).

[0105] In aspects, device(s) comprise a mating component. In aspects, a VCOC (aka a “first component”) and the mating component (“MC” or “second component”) are releasably engaged in at least some operational state / configuration of the device by a selectively releasable engagement / attachment mechanism. In aspects, first and second components can be completely disengaged from one another in one state / condition and securely or stably bound when re-engaged. In aspects, a delivery device comprises at least one VCOC and at least one MC which are at least in one state releasably bound together by a magnetic force. In aspects, the binding of a VCOC and MC is required for a device to be fully operational. In aspects, a device comprises one or more indicators that guide the user with respect to the assembly of the full device from engageable components (e.g., by indicating a correct alignment). In aspects, indicator(s) include auditory indicator(s), visual indicator(s), tactile indicator(s), or a combination thereof.

[0106] In aspects, device(s) of the invention comprise a VCOC and at least one second movable (moveable) component, which may or may not be releasable from the VCOC. In aspects, the second movable component is adapted for a user to engage in fidgeting activity(ies) as further described herein. Such activities might include spinning a component or the device, pulling apart and reattaching components or a device (in a system) from other elements in a rapid release manner, flicking element(s), pushing element(s), shaking element(s), etc.

[0107] In aspects, device(s) of the invention comprise a VCOC and an airflow modulation component. The airflow modulation component allows a user to selectively modify the airflow through the VCOC or at least in one respect (into the VCOC, out of the VCOC, or in at least one part of the VCOC). In aspects, the airflow modulation component is an airflow control component, which permits the user to selectively control the modulation of airflow in one or more ways with respect to the device (into, out of, or within at least part of).

[0108] In aspects, device(s) of the invention comprise a VCOC and a volatile compound composition storage compartment (“VCCSC”), such as a housing, compartment, or other component that is specifically adapted to maintain a store or reservoir of volatile compound(s), e.g., by retaining a media that contains volatile compound(s) that can be released into an airflow under conditions, such as when exposed to an airflow created by a user applying a breath or sucking on the VCOC or other part of the device. Volatile compound-containing media designed for temporary use before reloading / recharging or discarding can be referred to herein as an “insert.” Sometimes the term “core,” which is a trademark of Applicant's for such materials, also is used, to describe such inserts. In aspects, the VCCSC is a part of or is attached to the VCOC. In aspects, the VCCSC is a part of the device that is separate from the VCOC. In aspects, the VCCSC comprises (e.g., generally, substantially, or entirely consists of) a material that is impermeable to volatile compounds. In aspects, the VCCSC is adapted to allow for easy and rapid loading and unloading of the VCCSC with volatile compound material, such as an insert. In aspects, the VCCSC isolates / separates some, most, or generally all of the volatile compound(s) in the device from other parts of the device at any given time (although some amount of the volatile compound(s) may be released to airflow traveling to the user and may at such time be in contact or come in contact with other part(s) or component(s) of a device besides the VCCSC. In aspects, the VCCSC is contained in a component that is an attachment / extension of a part of the VCOC (e.g., an extension of a mouthpiece component). In aspects, the VCCSC is adapted to receive compound-containing media (an insert) and is called an insert compartment. As with other terms, uncontradicted, terms like insert compartment and VCCSC implicitly provide support for one another herein in any given described aspect. Terms such as volatile compound compartment, volatiles housing, or insert housing can be used to describe similar elements. In aspects, a volatile compound compartment may be a feature of a volatile compound outlet component extension and may be referred to as an insert compartment. A VCC can mostly, generally, substantially, or essentially or entirely comprise / consist of (be composed of) VCs, or a VCCSC can comprise, mostly comprise VCs but also contain other non-volatile substances in association therewith. A VCCSC typically maintains a VCC until the VCC is removed from the device. A VCC can be removed from a device by, e.g., release of all the VCs, evaporation, or other means, such as removal of some, most, or all of the VCC by a user.

[0109] In aspects, the invention provides device(s) that comprise a mating component that at least partially surrounds, protects, completes, or otherwise at least partially encompasses (and in certain embodiments wherein a device has a particular shape, encircles) one or more other device component(s), such as, e.g., a VCCSC / insert compartment (e.g., by enclosing an insert within the device).

[0110] In aspects, the mating component can be readily replaced with a different mating component of a different style, such that, e.g., the invention provides a system comprising a device comprising a VCOC and a VCCSC and two or more interchangeable mating components that differ in one or more respects (e.g., in color, in material, in shape, or a combination thereof).

[0111] Devices provided herein will comprise an “airflow pathway” or “airflow channel(s)” that permit air to flow into the device, through the device, including in contact with the VCCSC (e.g., an insert), and out of the device through an exit / outlet to the nose, mouth, or both, of a user (or in proximity thereto). The airflow channel is enclosed in most, generally all, or all parts. In certain aspects the airflow channel is airtight or substantially / generally airtight or at least enclosed, such that less than about 20%, less than about 15%, less than about 10%, less than about 7.5%, less than about 5%, less than about 2%, less than about 1%, less than about 0.5%, or less than about 0.1% of the airflow in the device is released from any part of the device except the inlet or outlet (or any part except the outlet when a user acts upon the device such as by application of a suction force such as oral suction), when the device is fully operational. Such aspects can also or alternatively be characterized in that no more than any such amount (e.g., 0.1-15%, 0.2-20%, 0.3-12%, 0.5-10%, etc.) of the volatile compounds in the VCC in the device are released anywhere from the device when the user applies a suction force (e.g., oral suction) to the device, other than from the outlet. As noted, devices herein may be characterized as unpowered. In aspects, any suction or inhalation force applied to the device is through “oral suction,” suction applied by the user sucking on (applying a negative pressure to) the device, causing airflow to enter and flow through the device, capture (and in aspects release and capture) and deliver the VCs to the mouth, nose, or proximity of the user.

[0112] In aspects, the invention includes a system comprising a device having one or more of the features described above and one or more accessories, such as a support device / component, such as a stand. In aspects, the stand / support is adapted to provide the user with an opportunity to apply fidget forces (fidgeting forces) (or practice fidgeting) with the device when it engages the support. For example, a support and device can engage through a magnetic engagement that is adapted to permit the device to spin around the support, rapidly release and reattach to the support, or both.

[0113] In aspects, a mating component is, at least in part, mostly, generally, or only composed of a mating component material that is mostly, generally, substantially, or entirely different from the material that mostly, generally, substantially, or entirely makes up some, most, generally all, substantially all, or all the VCOC. In aspects, the VCOC is mostly composed of a material that is impervious to at least some volatile compound(s) (e.g., to essential oils) and the mating component comprises at least a section or portion that is mostly, generally, or entirely composed of a material that is susceptible of absorbing at least some of the applicable volatile compound(s). In aspects, the susceptible material is an organic material, such as a wooden material. In aspects, a mating component material that is more present in the mating component than the VCOC or is not present in the VCOC has a density that is less than half, less than ⅓rd, less than ¼th, less than ⅕th, less than ⅛th, or about 1 / 10th the density of the material(s) that make up most, generally all, or all of the VCOC. In aspects, a mating component material that is more present in the mating component than the VCOC or is not present in the VCOC also or alternatively capable of DOS calming prefrontal cortex activity, inducing parasympathetic nervous activity, or both, when held, as compared to a corresponding material, e.g., a steel structure (e.g., as discussed in Ikei H et al. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2017 Jul. 18; 14(7):801. doi: 10.3390 / ijerph14070801). In aspects, the VCOC is mostly, generally, or entirely made of a material that is dishwasher safe (adapted for repeated dishwasher cleaning without significant damage or visible wear and tear on the VCOC). In aspects, the VCOC primary material (the material that makes up most, generally all, or all the VCOC) is a metal or a plastic. In aspects, the VCOC primary material is stainless steel. In aspect, the VCOC is a polished, buffed, blasted, pickled, or brushed stainless steel.

[0114] The various components / features and materials described above can be combined in any suitable manner. For example, in aspects, delivery devices provided herein comprise a volatile compound outlet component, a volatile compound compartment, a mating component, and an airflow modulator component. In aspects, the airflow modulator component (airflow modulator) is an airflow restrictor (an airflow modulator that restricts airflow into, out of, or within some, most, or all the device). In aspects, the airflow modulator is selectable. In aspects, the airflow modulator is an airflow control component. In aspects, an airflow modulator, such as an airflow restrictor provides a selectively adjustable mechanism for use in the establishment of the amount of airflow passing through a delivery device during its use.

[0115] In one aspect, the invention provides a delivery device, e.g., a non-electronic delivery device, a non-heating delivery device, or both a non-electronic and non-heating delivery device, for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s) (e.g., flavored compound(s), wherein the delivery device comprises at least one indicator, e.g., in aspects, at least one visual indicator, present on the exterior of the device. In aspects, the spatial orientation of at least one indicator indicates the spatial orientation of at least one component of the device which is not externally visible, such as, in aspects, an internally positioned volatile compound compartment. In one aspect, a delivery device comprises at least two visual indicators present on the exterior of the device. In aspects, the spatial orientation of at least one indicator, e.g., visual indicator, relative to at least one other indicator, e.g., at least a second indicator such as a second visual indicator, provides an indication of at least one operational status of the device. In one aspect, the delivery device comprises at least two indicators, e.g., visual indicators, present on the exterior of the device, and wherein (a) the spatial orientation of at least one indicator indicates the spatial orientation of at least one component of the device which is not externally visible (such as, in embodiments, a volatile compound compartment for, e.g., housing an insert) and (b) the spatial orientation of at least one indicator relative to at least one other indicator provides an indication of at least one operational status of the delivery device. In aspects, the at least one operational status can be, e.g., the airflow control setting established by an airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor).

[0116] According to certain aspects, the invention provides a delivery device, e.g., a non-electronic device, a non-heating device, or both a non-electronic and non-heating delivery device, for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds, wherein the delivery device comprising an airflow control mechanism, often referred to as an airflow restrictor. Herein an airflow restrictor can be, e.g., selectable, controllable, or both. In aspects, selectability, controllability, or both is established by the presence of one or more airflow limiter(s) (limiter / restrictor components), each of which can be referred to as component(s) of an airflow control mechanism or airflow restrictor. In aspects, the delivery device comprises a selective, e.g., adjustable, airflow control mechanism controlled by the movement, e.g., rotation, of a first device component and a second device component relative to one another. In certain aspects, the rotation of a first airflow control component (i.e., a first airflow limiter) relative to a second airflow control component (i.e., a second airflow limiter) can comprise a rotation of 360 degrees or more (e.g., rotation can surpass one full rotation). In aspects, an airflow control mechanism present in device(s) provided herein is controllable, i.e., adjustable, in pre-defined increments. In aspects, delivery device(s) comprise(s) a total airflow path through the device and an adjustable airflow control mechanism, wherein the adjustable airflow control mechanism comprises a modulation or closure mechanism for the airflow path. In aspects, the modulation or closure mechanism comprises at least three distinct airflow control settings, wherein moving from any first airflow control setting to any second airflow control setting provides a pre-determined increase or pre-determined decrease in airflow through the device. In aspects, the invention provides a delivery device comprising an airflow control mechanism wherein the airflow control mechanism comprises a first part, e.g., a first airflow limiter, and a second part, e.g., a second airflow limiter completely separable from one another during normal use of the delivery device.

[0117] According to certain aspects, the invention provides a delivery device, e.g., a non-electronic, a non-heating, or both a non-electronic and non-heating delivery device, for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds, wherein the delivery device comprises an airflow control mechanism for establishing airflow control setting(s) comprising a plurality of airflow control parts, wherein at least a first airflow control part and a second airflow control part have an amount of interface at each selectable airflow control setting. In aspects, the amount of interface between the first component and the second component decreases between a (one), some, most, generally all, or all (any) first airflow control setting and a (one), some, most, generally all, or all (any) second airflow control setting compared to the amount of interface between the parts of the airflow control mechanism at any first or second airflow control setting. In aspects, the delivery device comprises a controllable, e.g., an adjustable, airflow control mechanism wherein a change between a (one), some, most, generally all, or all (any) first airflow control setting and a (one), some, most, generally all, or all (any) second airflow control setting is accompanied by a sensory experience, such as, e.g., an audible sensation or indicator, a tactile sensation or indicator, or both audible sensation and tactile sensation indicator(s). In aspects, the delivery device comprises an adjustable airflow control mechanism having two distinct sensory indicators, e.g., audible and tactile indicators, and, e.g., two distinct levels of each, differentiating between a maximally closed airflow control setting and a partially open airflow control setting.

[0118] In one aspect, the invention provides a delivery device, e.g., a non-electronic, a non-heating, or both a non-electronic and non-heating delivery device, for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds, wherein the device comprises, as described above, a volatile compound compartment designed to maintain volatile compound(s), composition(s) of volatile compound(s), or devices(s) such as ancillary device(s) designed to maintain, release, or maintain and release volatile compound(s), such as, e.g., a solid material device capable of maintaining or releasing one or more volatile compounds (i.e., an insert). In aspects, the volatile compound compartment has at least one dimension which is at least half as long as the longest dimension of the, e.g., solid material device (insert). In aspects, the volatile compound compartment completely surrounds at least a first portion of the, e.g., solid material device (insert). In aspects, the internal compartment only partially surrounds at least a second portion of the, e.g., solid material device (insert). In aspects, the volatile compound compartment is a feature of a volatile compound outlet component extension component.

[0119] According to aspects, the invention provides a solid material device capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing, or which has maintained or released volatile compound(s) or composition(s) thereof. In aspects, such a material can be adapted for insertion into a delivery / diffusion device as described above and can be characterized as an insert (e.g., by size, shape, or other features, which correspond to feature of the device, such as the size and shape of an insert compartment in the device). In aspects, the insert is removable from a delivery device and adapted for re-use or disposable use. In aspects, the invention provides a removable insert for use within a device of the invention, wherein the removable insert is designed to maintain, release, or both maintain and release one or more volatile compounds. According to one aspect, the invention provides a porous, non-fibrous, solid material device (removable insert) capable of holding, delivering, or holding and delivering one or more volatile compounds to a user when the device is inserted into a delivery device described above. In aspects, the solid material device (removable insert) comprises a first end, a second end, and a thickness. In aspects wherein an insert is, e.g., cylindrical, a thickness may be referred to as an outer diameter. In aspects, a solid material device comprises at least one non-circuitous passageway within its thickness between its first and second ends allowing the passage of air through the solid material device via the passageway. In one aspect, the invention provides a fibrous solid material device (removable insert) capable of holding, delivering, or holding and delivering one or more volatile compounds to a user when the device is inserted into a delivery device described above. In aspects, the fibrous device comprises a first end and a second end and a visible passageway through the device between the first and second ends.

[0120] According to certain aspects, the invention provides a delivery device system for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds to a user thereof, the device system comprising (a) a delivery device, e.g., a non-electronic, non-heating, or non-electronic and non-heating delivery device and (b) a removable insert designed to be removably maintained therein. In aspects, the delivery device of such a system comprises any one or more of the characteristics summarized here or described herein. In aspects, the removable insert comprises any one or more of the characteristics summarized here or described herein. In aspects, when in use, (a) at least one quarter of the removable insert's longest dimension is engaged with a component of the delivery device, e.g., a volatile compound outlet component or, e.g., extension thereof, and (b) the entirety of the removable insert is positioned within another component of the delivery device, such as, e.g., a mating component. In aspects, an insert is re-usable. In aspects, an insert is not removable. For example, in aspects, where a device is intended for limited use, such as use for only 1-7, 1-5, 1-3, or 1-2 days, such a readily disposable device can be provided with an integrated / non-removable insert. Such an insert can be described as “loaded” with an amount of the VCC that is sufficient, under normal conditions, to provide intended levels of VC delivery, over and intended period of use (e.g., the periods indicated above).

[0121] In aspects, the invention provides kit(s) comprising one or more device(s) summarized here or described herein or comprising one or more instances / copies of one or more of the various components or parts described herein (e.g., of a system of the invention), kit(s) providing one or more removable insert(s) summarized here or described herein, kit(s) providing one or more system(s) summarized here or described herein, or any combination of any thereof.

[0122] In aspects, the invention provides a method of creating pleasurable sensations or pleasurable / beneficial effects by the delivery of volatile compounds to a user.

[0123] In aspects, the invention provides a method that users may find helpful in aiding focus, aiding feelings of health, or in breaking certain habits. In respects, such uses are not related to the treatment or prevention of any disease or indication (e.g., in treating a medically diagnosed condition).

[0124] In aspects, methods of the invention may detectably or significantly reduce a habit, which may be, e.g., a smoking habit-related craving or a vaping-related habit craving in an individual, the method comprising providing to an individual suffering from a habit-related craving a delivery device and insert or a system summarized here or described herein.

[0125] In aspects, the method comprises instructing the individual to (i) apply suction via their mouth to a delivery device to induce an airflow through the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s) maintained by a removable insert comprising / releasing volatile compound(s) positioned within the device is delivered to the mouth of the individual and (ii) to repeat step (i) for as many times as is needed to detectably reduce the smoking habit-related craving as assessed by the individual. In aspects, the method comprises instructing the user to maintain some, most, generally all, or essentially / substantially all of the delivered VCs in the mouth or nose, as applicable. While most aspects are described herein with respect to delivery of VCs to the mouth, readers will recognize that many of such disclosures can be adapted to provide methods / devices / systems for delivery of VCs similarly to the nose or both to the nose and mouth.

[0126] According to certain aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing a habit-related craving, habit-related behavior, or both, in an individual, the method comprising providing to an individual suffering from a smoking habit-related craving a delivery device or system summarized here or described herein. In aspects, the method comprises instructing the individual to (1) hold the device within their hand, between their fingers, between their lips, or any combination thereof, and (2) repeatedly manipulate one or more manipulatable component(s) or feature(s) of the device, such as, e.g., (a) to repeatedly rotate a first device component in relation to a second device component relative to one another in any direction or combination of directions, (b) repeatedly separate and allow reattachment of a first primary component and a second primary component relative to one another, or (c) a combination of (a) and (b), until the individual experiences a detectable or significant decrease in the smoking habit related craving as assessed by the individual or as assessed by an appropriately conducted and powered trial or survey administered or conducted by suitably trained individual(s) recognized as capable of identifying reduction in in the habit behavior or craving. In aspects, such improvements are in symptoms, perceptions, etc., ore are sufficient to provide a support to a therapy but are not associated with a claim of clinical / medical efficacy in the treatment or prevention of any disease or medical condition. In aspects, any of the other uses described herein can be similarly associated with significant or better results in studies, trials, etc. For example, in one aspect, methods provided herein can be associated with a significant increase in focus, a significant reduction in stress, significant change in mood or mental state, improvement in symptoms associated with allergy, headache, anxiety, or other conditions described herein.

[0127] In certain further aspects, the invention provides a method of controlling the delivery of volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored volatile compound(s), that are delivered to a user via a delivery device (e.g., to the mouth of a delivery device user), the method comprising moving at least two airflow control parts (e.g., airflow limiters) of an airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) provided within a delivery device in relation to one another such that the movement of the two airflow control parts (airflow limiters) occurs only in pre-defined increments wherein each movement of the two airflow control parts (airflow limiters) in a pre-defined increment provides a pre-determined increase or pre-determined decrease in airflow through the device. In aspects, the invention provides a method of controlling airflow in a delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) to a user of the delivery device, the method comprising moving at least two airflow control parts (airflow limiters) of the delivery device in relation to one another such that the movement of the two airflow control parts (airflow limiters) occurs only in pre-defined increments and with each movement of the two airflow control parts (airflow limiters) in a pre-defined increment provides a pre-determined increase or pre-determined decrease in airflow through the delivery device. In aspects, method(s) of controlling volatile compound delivery or controlling airflow in a delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) comprise moving at least two airflow control mechanism parts (airflow limiters) of a delivery device in relation to one another wherein, during normal operation of the device or airflow control mechanism thereof, at least two of the at least two airflow control parts (airflow limiters) of the delivery device are, selectively, at least partially or completely separable from one another.

[0128] In certain aspects, the invention provides accessories for use with delivery devices described herein, such as, for example, support units. In aspects, delivery device(s), insert(s) for use therein, accessories such as, e.g., support unit(s), or combination(s) thereof are provided as system(s) or as kit(s).BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS / FIGURES

[0129] The drawings / figures provided here, and the associated following brief description of figures, are intended to exemplify certain aspects and principles of the invention without limiting its scope. Except for data graphs or where indicated, all views are perspective views (some figures provide exploded perspective views, elevated views, plan views, or sectional views).

[0130] FIGS. 1A-1D (FIGS. 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D) provide exploded-view perspectives of exemplary embodiment(s) of delivery device(s) provided by the invention.

[0131] FIGS. 1E-1G (FIGS. 1E, 1F, and 1G) provide an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device provided by the invention in fully assembled form as viewed from three slightly different perspectives.

[0132] FIG. 2A provides a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device provided by the invention in fully assembled form with the volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, shaded for emphasis.

[0133] FIG. 2B provides a similar view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device provided by the invention in fully assembled form with the mating component, embodied as a tip assembly, shaded for emphasis.

[0134] FIG. 2C provides a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the components of a delivery device provided herein, including a mating component, embodied as a tip assembly, removed from a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, and further exemplifying the directionality of a total airflow during the device while in use.

[0135] FIG. 3A provides a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly.

[0136] FIG. 3B depicts an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, with the mouthpiece shaded for emphasis.

[0137] FIG. 3C illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, with a volatile compound outlet component extension, embodied as a body sub-assembly, with feature(s) shaded for emphasis.

[0138] FIG. 3D illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component extension, embodied as a body sub-assembly.

[0139] FIG. 4A depicts an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, with an engagement component positioning component, exemplified as a magnet cover, of a volatile compound outlet component extension, embodied as a body sub-assembly, with feature(s) shaded for emphasis.

[0140] FIG. 4B shows an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, with a volatile compound compartment, embodied as a body tube, of the volatile compound outlet component extension, embodied as a body sub-assembly, shaded for emphasis.

[0141] FIG. 4C provides a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, with an airflow limiter, embodied as a body crown, of a volatile compound outlet component extension, embodied as a body sub-assembly, with feature(s) shaded for emphasis.

[0142] FIG. 5A provides an exploded-view perspective of an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly.

[0143] FIGS. 5B-5G, including FIGS. 5B, 5C, 5D, 5E, 5F, and 5G, provide an exploded-view perspective of the exemplary embodiment of a body assembly shown in FIG. 5A, with each component of the exemplary volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly, shaded for emphasis: mouthpiece component (FIG. 5B), engagement mechanism (embodied as a magnet) (FIG. 5C), engagement component positioning component (embodied as a magnet cover) (FIG. 5D), insert support (embodied as an insert spring) (FIG. 5E), volatile compound compartment / VCCSC, embodied as a body tube (FIG. 5F), and airflow limiter, embodied as a body crown (FIG. 5G).

[0144] FIGS. 6A and 6B provide views of an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a mouthpiece, with FIG. 6B providing a sectional-view of the mouthpiece of FIG. 6A (FIG. 6B including an orientation illustration to indicate the perspective of the sectional-view).

[0145] FIG. 6C provides a view of an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound outlet component supplement, embodied as a mouthpiece tube, adapted for use with a volatile compound outlet component (e.g., mouthpiece) such as the mouthpiece of FIGS. 6A and 6B.

[0146] FIG. 7 provides a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of an engagement mechanism, embodied as a magnet.

[0147] FIGS. 8A and 8B provide a view of an exemplary embodiment of an engagement component positioning component, embodied as a magnet cover, as viewed from two different perspectives.

[0148] FIGS. 9A and 9B provide views of an exemplary embodiment of an insert support, embodied as an insert spring, as viewed from two different perspectives.

[0149] FIGS. 10A and 10B provide views of an exemplary embodiment of a volatile compound compartment, embodied as a body tube, as viewed from two different perspectives, with FIG. 10B showing a sectional view of the body tube of FIG. 10A.

[0150] FIGS. 11A and 11B show an exemplary embodiment of a body assembly comprising an insert compartment and insert compartment access / access gap, exemplified as a finger recess, present to aid in the removal or insertion of a removable insert.

[0151] FIGS. 12A, 12B, and 12C provide views of an exemplary embodiment of an airflow limiter, embodied as a body crown, with FIG. 12B emphasizing one particular portion of the body crown of FIG. 12A and FIG. 12C emphasizing another particular portion of the body crown of FIG. 12A functioning as an insert support.

[0152] FIG. 13A provides an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a mating component, exemplified as a tip assembly.

[0153] FIGS. 13B-13E provide an exploded views of the exemplary embodiment of a mating component (tip assembly) shown in FIG. 13A, with each component of focus shaded for emphasis: engagement mechanism counterpart, embodied as a barrel collar (FIG. 13B), mating component exterior part supplement, embodied as a barrel tube (FIG. 13C), airflow limiter embodied as a barrel crown (FIG. 13D), and mating component exterior part, embodied as a barrel / barrel component (FIG. 13E).

[0154] FIG. 14 provides a view of an exemplary embodiment of an engagement mechanism counterpart, embodied as a barrel collar.

[0155] FIG. 15 provides a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a mating component exterior part supplement, embodied as a barrel tube.

[0156] FIG. 16 depicts an exemplary embodiment of an airflow limiter, embodied as a barrel crown.

[0157] FIG. 17A shows a perspective view of exemplary mating component exterior part, embodied as a barrel.

[0158] FIG. 17B shows an exemplary embodiment of a mating component exterior part, embodied as a barrel, as an element of a mating component (embodied as a tip assembly), in relation to an exemplary volatile compound outlet component, embodied as a body assembly.

[0159] FIGS. 18A-18C, including FIGS. 18A, 18B, and 18C, provide views of an exemplary embodiment of a solid material device for maintaining, delivering, or maintaining and delivering volatile compound(s) (i.e., insert) viewed from different perspectives.

[0160] FIG. 19 provides a side / elevation view of an embodiment of a solid material device for maintaining, delivering, or maintaining and delivering, volatile compound(s) (i.e., insert) as viewed from an end of the insert.

[0161] FIG. 20 provides a side / elevation view of an exemplary embodiment of a solid material device for maintaining, delivering, or maintaining and delivering, volatile compound(s) (i.e., insert) as viewed from an end of the insert.

[0162] FIG. 21 provides a side / elevation view of an exemplary embodiment of a solid material device for maintaining, delivering, or maintaining and delivering volatile compound(s) (i.e., insert) as viewed from an end of the insert.

[0163] FIGS. 22A and 22B provide perspective views of the insertion of an exemplary solid material device for maintaining, delivering, or maintaining and delivering volatile compound(s) (i.e., insert) into an exemplary device / insert compartment.

[0164] FIG. 23 is a graph of the results of an analysis of natural airflow delivery measured from an airflow control test illustrating typical inhalation measurements that are relevant to airflow force applied to passive cold diffusion devices of the invention.

[0165] FIG. 24 is a graph illustrating the results of an analysis of average flow rates of air through a delivery device set across a spectrum of delivery device airflow control settings.

[0166] FIG. 25A provides a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a first exemplary delivery device (shown assembled) and a second exemplary delivery device (shown assembled), each comprising an engagement mechanism embodied as a magnet, wherein the delivery devices are oriented such that their internal magnets attract, demonstrating that the polar orientation of the magnet within each device is the same.

[0167] FIG. 25B provides an exemplary embodiment of a first exemplary delivery device (shown assembled) and a second exemplary delivery device (shown assembled), each comprising an engagement mechanism embodied as a magnet, wherein the delivery devices are oriented such that their internal magnets repel, demonstrating that the polar orientation of the magnet within each device is the same.

[0168] FIG. 25C provides a view of an exemplary embodiment of a first exemplary deliver device (shown assembled) and a second exemplary delivery device (shown assembled), each comprising an engagement mechanism embodied as a magnet, wherein the delivery devices are oriented such that their internal magnets attract, demonstrating that the polar orientation of the magnet within each device is the same.

[0169] FIG. 26A provides a view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, viewed from a first perspective.

[0170] FIG. 26B provides a view of exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, viewed from a second perspective.

[0171] FIG. 26C provides a depiction of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, viewed from a third perspective.

[0172] FIG. 26D illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, viewed from a fourth perspective.

[0173] FIG. 27A provides an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, viewed from a first perspective.

[0174] FIG. 27B provides an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, viewed from a second perspective.

[0175] FIG. 28A provides an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, with components close to the position they can occupy when the device stand is fully assembled, viewed from a first perspective.

[0176] FIG. 28B provides an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, with components close to the position they can occupy when the device stand is fully assembled, viewed from a second perspective.

[0177] FIG. 29A provides an exemplary embodiment of a device stand device reception component according to a first view.

[0178] FIG. 29B provides an exemplary embodiment of a device stand device reception component according to a second view.

[0179] FIG. 30 provides an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a delivery device support unit, exemplified as an exemplary device stand, identifying an exemplary location of an exemplary device support unit-device engagement mechanism, exemplified as a magnet.

[0180] FIG. 31A provides an exemplary embodiment of a device support unit-device connection mechanism, exemplified as a magnet, according to a first view.

[0181] FIG. 31B provides an elevated view of exemplary embodiment of a device support unit-device connection mechanism, exemplified as a magnet.

[0182] FIG. 31C provides a top view of exemplary embodiment of a device support unit-device connection mechanism, exemplified as a magnet.

[0183] FIG. 32A shows an exemplary device stand base in a perspective view.

[0184] FIG. 32B provides an exemplary embodiment of a device stand base according to a different perspective view.

[0185] FIG. 32C provides an exemplary embodiment of a device stand base according to another perspective view.

[0186] FIG. 33 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a protection component of a device support unit, exemplified as a device stand pad.

[0187] FIG. 34 provides an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a device support unit, exemplified as a device stand, identifying the placement of an exemplary device support unit (e.g., a device stand) connector component, exemplified as a screw.

[0188] FIG. 35A provides an exemplary embodiment of a device support unit (e.g., a device stand) connector, exemplified as a screw, according to a first perspective.

[0189] FIG. 35B provides an exemplary embodiment of a device support unit (e.g., a device stand) connector, exemplified as a screw, according to a second perspective.

[0190] FIG. 35C provides an exemplary embodiment of a device storage unit (e.g., a device stand) connector, exemplified as a screw, according to a plan view.

[0191] FIG. 35D provides an exemplary embodiment of a device storage unit (e.g., a device stand) connector, exemplified as a screw, according to a different plan view.

[0192] FIG. 36 is a graph exemplifying the weight over time of a volatile material maintaining / releasing component (insert) as volatilization of essential oil held therein occurred, according to trial 1 of the study described in Example 1.

[0193] FIG. 37 is a graph exemplifying the weight over time of a volatile material maintaining / releasing component (insert) as volatilization of essential oil held therein occurred, according to trial 2 of the study described in Example 1.

[0194] FIG. 38 is a graph exemplifying the weight over time of a volatile material maintaining / releasing component (insert) as volatilization of essential oil held therein occurred, according to trial 3 of the study described in Example 1.

[0195] FIG. 39 is a representation that illustrates an example of the use of a single / uniform material use in an exemplary device of the invention.

[0196] FIG. 40 is a representation that exemplifies the use of non-uniform materials in exemplary device(s) of the invention, wherein a single material is used for the same component across devices.

[0197] FIG. 41 is a representation that exemplifies non-uniform material use in exemplary device(s) of the invention, wherein material use in different components across the depicted devices varies.US_DESCRIPTION_OF_EMBODIMENTSEXEMPLARY ASPECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0198] The following is a non-limiting list of exemplary aspects of the invention, which illustrates embodiments of the invention in a summary form to aid readers in quickly understanding the overall scope of the invention. Presented in a manner somewhat like patent claims, the listed aspects described in the paragraphs of this section may refer to (depend on / from) one or more other paragraphs. Readers will understand that such references mean that the features / characteristics or steps of such referenced aspects are incorporated into / combined with the referring aspect. For example, if an aspect in a paragraph (e.g., a paragraph identified as aspect 4) refers to another aspect by one or more aspect numbers (e.g., aspect 1 or “any one of aspects 1-3”), it will be understood to include the elements, steps, or characteristics of such referenced aspects (e.g., aspect 1 or aspects 1-3) in addition to those of the aspect in which the reference is made (e.g., if aspect 4 refers to aspect 1, it provides a description of a composition, method, system, device, etc., including the features of both aspect 1 and aspect 4).

[0199] Lists of aspects describing specific exemplary embodiments of the invention are sometimes employed to aid the reader in understanding the invention. Such aspects can, within them, reference other exemplary aspects, either individually or as groups of aspects (e.g., via reference to a range within a list of numbered aspects when such aspects are provided as a numbered list). Reference to ranges of aspects should be interpreted as referencing all such aspects individually, each as unique embodiments of the invention, and in any combination with one another as unique embodiment(s) of the invention, according to the presentation provided of such aspects unless such an aspect within such a referenced range is either contradictory or non-sensical. Uncontradicted, elements described in any one or more aspects of a list of aspects of the invention can be combined with one or more elements of any one or more other aspects of the invention described herein.

[0200] Exemplary embodiments provided as illustrated figure(s) / drawing(s) provided herewith comprise numbered elements. Aspects(s) provided in an exemplary list of aspects provided herein can comprise numbered element(s) that can refer to certain part(s), component(s), device(s), or feature(s) thereof illustrated in the figures for sake of illuminating the scope of the invention by exemplification. Reference to such numbered element(s) should be interpreted as encompassing any embodiment(s) of such referenced element disclosed elsewhere herein but should not be interpreted as limited to the particular referenced element corresponding to the numbered element unless explicitly stated. For example, devices can comprise a volatile compound outlet component (“VCOC”), which may be exemplified in the figures as a “Body assembly,” and the reference number of a particular illustrated Body assembly provided in an aspect, but the aspect should be interpreted as encompassing not only the depicted Body assembly, and not only any Body assembly, but any VCOC including all such Body assembly components.

[0201] In a first aspect, the invention provides a device for delivering one or more volatile compound(s), such as flavored volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising a volatile compound outlet component and a volatile compound compartment, and optionally wherein the volatile compound compartment is a feature of an optional volatile compound outlet component extension. ASPECT 1.

[0202] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for delivering one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising a volatile compound outlet component, a volatile compound compartment, and a mating component, wherein optionally the volatile compound compartment is a feature of a volatile compound outlet component extension, and further wherein the mating component is designed to releasably engage with the volatile compound outlet component, volatile compound outlet component extension (when optionally present), volatile compound compartment, or any combination thereof. ASPECT 2.

[0203] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for delivering one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising (1) a volatile compound outlet component, (2) a volatile compound compartment, (3) a mating component, and (4) an airflow limiter, wherein (a) optionally the volatile compound compartment is a feature of a volatile compound outlet component extension; (b) wherein the mating component is designed to releasably engage with the volatile compound outlet component, volatile compound outlet component extension (when optionally present), volatile compound compartment, or any combination thereof; or (c) both (a) and (b). ASPECT 3.

[0204] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for delivering one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising a volatile compound outlet component and a mating component releasably held together by a selectively releasable attachment mechanism, such that the volatile compound outlet component and mating component can be completely disengaged from one another or, alternatively, can be securely bound to one another, the delivery device further comprising an airflow restrictor, wherein the airflow restrictor is a selectable airflow restrictor, a controllable airflow restrictor, or both, and wherein the airflow limitation is controlled by the rotation of the volatile compound outlet component and the mating component relative to one another. ASPECT 4.

[0205] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising at least a first component, e.g., a volatile compound outlet component, and at least a second component, e.g., a mating component releasably bound together by a magnetic force. ASPECT 5.

[0206] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising at least one indicator, e.g., a visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator operating as both a visual indicator and a tactile indicator, present on the exterior of the delivery device wherein the spatial orientation of the at least one indicator, e.g., one visual, tactile, or both indicator, indicates the spatial orientation of at least one component of the device which is not otherwise externally visible. ASPECT 6.

[0207] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising at least two indicators, e.g., tactilely discernable indicator(s), visually discernable indicators, or a combination of both tactilely and visually discernable indicators, present on the exterior of the delivery device, wherein the spatial orientation of at least one indicator, relative to at least one other indicator, provides an indication of at least one operational status of the device. ASPECT 7.

[0208] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising at least two indicators, e.g., at least two visually discernable indicators, at least two tactilely discernable indicators, or a combination of visually and tactilely discernable indicators present on the exterior of the device, wherein (a) the spatial orientation of at least one indicator indicates the spatial orientation of at least one component of the device which is not externally visible and (b) the spatial orientation of at least one indicator relative to at least one other indicator provides an indication of at least one operational status of the device. ASPECT 8.

[0209] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising at least three indicators, wherein at least one indicator is a visual indicator, at least one indicator is a tactile indicator, and at least one indicator is an audible indicator, wherein (a) the spatial orientation of at least one visual indicator, tactile indicator, or indicator operating as both a visual and tactile indicator indicates the spatial orientation of at least one component of the device which is not externally visible; (b) the spatial orientation of at least one visual indicator, tactile indicator, or indicator operating as both a visual and tactile indicator, relative to at least one other visual indicator, tactile indicator, or indicator operating as both a visual and tactile indicator, provides an indication of at least one operational status of the inhalation device; and (c) an audible indicator, an additional tactile indicator, or both an audible indicator and an additional tactile indictor indicate at least one operational status of the device, indicate a change in an operational status of a device, or both. ASPECT 9.

[0210] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an airflow control restrictor (airflow channel restrictor, airflow restrictor) wherein the airflow control restrictor is non-selectable. ASPECT 10.

[0211] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an airflow control restrictor (airflow channel restrictor) wherein the airflow control restrictor is selectable. ASPECT 11.

[0212] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an airflow control restrictor (airflow channel restrictor, airflow restrictor) wherein the airflow control restrictor is selectable and controllable / adjustable. ASPECT 12.

[0213] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) wherein the airflow control mechanism is controllable, e.g., adjustable according to pre-defined increments. ASPECT 13.

[0214] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising a total airflow channel through the device and a controllable, i.e., an adjustable, airflow restrictor, wherein the adjustable airflow restrictor comprises a closure mechanism capable of at least substantially blocking the total airflow channel at least one location across its total length, the closure mechanism comprising at least three distinct airflow control settings, and wherein moving from any first airflow control setting to any second airflow control setting provides a pre-determined increase or pre-determined decrease in airflow through the device. ASPECT 14.

[0215] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an airflow restrictor wherein the airflow restrictor comprises a first airflow limiter and a second airflow limiter at least partially separable from one another during operation of the device. ASPECT 15.

[0216] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an airflow restrictor adjustable by the movement of a first airflow limiter relative to a second airflow limiter, wherein (a) the movement of the first airflow limiter relative to the second airflow limiter is a relational movement, (b) the movement of the first airflow limiter relative to the second airflow limiter is a concurrent or associated relational movement, (c) the movement of the first airflow limiter relative to the second airflow limiter is a rotational movement and, optionally, the rotation of the first airflow limiter relative to a second airflow limiter can comprise a rotation of 360 degrees, or (d) any one, combination of two or more, or all of (a)-(c) are true. ASPECT 16.

[0217] In aspects, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an airflow restrictor for establishing airflow control setting(s), the airflow restrictor comprising a first airflow limiter and a second airflow limiter, each of the first airflow limiter and the second airflow limiter having an amount of interface with the other at each airflow control setting, and wherein the amount of interface between the first airflow limiter and the second airflow limiter decreases between any first airflow control setting and any second airflow control setting compared to the amount of interface between the first and second airflow limiters at any first or second airflow control setting. ASPECT 17.

[0218] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising a controllable, i.e., an adjustable, airflow restrictor wherein a change between any first airflow control setting and any second airflow control setting of the delivery device is accompanied by a tactile indicator (accompanied by a tactile indication of a change in the airflow control setting). ASPECT 18.

[0219] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising a controllable, i.e., an adjustable, airflow restrictor having two distinct tactile indicators differentiating between a maximally closed airflow control setting and a partially open airflow control setting. ASPECT 19.

[0220] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the delivery device comprising an internal compartment designed to hold a solid, infusible, or solid and infusible material device (i.e., insert) comprising one or more volatile compound(s), wherein the internal compartment has at least one dimension which is at least half as long as the longest dimension of the solid material device. ASPECT 20.

[0221] In one aspect, the invention provides a device for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s) comprising an internal compartment designed to hold an insert device capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more of the volatile compound(s), wherein the internal compartment completely surrounds (or encompasses) at least a first portion of the insert device and wherein the internal compartment only partially surrounds (or encompasses) at least a second portion of the insert device. ASPECT 21.

[0222] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-21, wherein when fully assembled and ready for use, the device has a length of between about 90 mm and about 120 mm, such as between about 100 mm and about 110 mm. ASPECT 22.

[0223] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-22, wherein the device comprises a first component and a second component releasably engageable with one another, wherein the length of the first device component is between about X and about Y, the length of a second device component is between about X and about Y, and when the first component and second component are releasably engaged with one another, the device is ready for use and has a length of between about X and about Y. ASPECT 23.

[0224] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-23, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component), and further wherein the second (mating) component is designed to at least partially mate with the first component when the device is ready for operation. ASPECT 24.

[0225] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-24, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) which are selectively separable from one another. ASPECT 25.

[0226] In one aspect the invention provides the device of aspect 25, wherein the selective separation can be a complete separation (a) under any device configuration or (b) when the device is in at least one specific configuration, such as, e.g., when a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) are positioned in a specific orientation relative to one another. ASPECT 26.

[0227] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 25 and aspect 26, wherein the selective separation is not a complete, 100% separation of the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component), such that the selective separation is characterizable as a partial separation. ASPECT 27.

[0228] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 25, wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) are movable, e.g., are slidable, relative to one another but wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) are not completely (e.g., not 100%) separable from one another. ASPECT 28.

[0229] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 24-28, wherein the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are selectively attached to one another via a screw mechanism. ASPECT 29.

[0230] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 24-29, wherein the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are selectively attached to one another via magnetic attraction. ASPECT 30.

[0231] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 24-28, wherein the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are selectively attached to one another via a snap-fit mechanism (e.g., a mechanism similar to a pen and pen cap or a traditional snap, etc.). ASPECT 31.

[0232] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-31, wherein the device is non-electronic. ASPECT 32.

[0233] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-31, wherein the device is non-heating. ASPECT 33.

[0234] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-31, wherein the device is handheld. ASPECT 34.

[0235] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-31, wherein the device is any combination of any or all of non-electronic, non-heating, and handheld. ASPECT 35.

[0236] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-35, wherein the device comprises at least one component, feature, or portion which is not made of a metallic material and not made of a wood material. ASPECT 36.

[0237] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 36, wherein the device comprises at least one component, feature, or portion which is made of a disposable material. ASPECT 37.

[0238] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 36 and aspect 37, wherein the entirety of the device is made of a non-metallic, non-wood material. ASPECT 38.

[0239] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 38, wherein the entirety of the device is made of a disposable material. ASPECT 39.

[0240] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 36-39, wherein the non-metallic, non-wood, or disposable material is a plastic material; an organic material; a paper / dense paper material (e.g., a cardboard material); a biodegradable material; a recyclable material; a food grade material; a ceramic material; an acrylic material; or a combination of any or all thereof. ASPECT 40.

[0241] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 36-40, wherein at least one component, feature, or portion is made of a material which is at least detectably or significantly permeable to moisture. ASPECT 41.

[0242] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 36-41, wherein at least one of the at least one component, feature, or portion made of a material which is at least detectably or significantly permeable to moisture is lined, covered, or otherwise protected from moisture by a material which is not detectably or significantly permeable to moisture. ASPECT 42.

[0243] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 40, wherein the entirety of the device is made of a plastic material. ASPECT 43.

[0244] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-35, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) which are at least generally, at least substantially, at least essentially, or which are made of the same material. ASPECT 44.

[0245] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-35, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) which are made of a detectably or significantly different material. ASPECT 45.

[0246] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 45, wherein at least one first material is more or less permeable to moisture compared to at least one second material. ASPECT 46.

[0247] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 45 or aspect 46, wherein at least one first material is detectably or significantly denser (e.g., 1.5×, 2×, 3×, 5×, or more than 5× more dense) than at least one second material. ASPECT 47.

[0248] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 47, wherein at least one first material is at least about 5 times (5×), e.g., at least about 7 times (7×), at least about 10 times (10×), or at least about 11 times (11×) or 12 times (12×) denser than at least one second material. ASPECT 48.

[0249] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 44-48, wherein the first component, second component, or both the first and second components comprise a metallic material. ASPECT 49.

[0250] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 49, wherein the metallic material is stainless steel. ASPECT 50.

[0251] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 40 or aspect 50, wherein the stainless steel is polished stainless steel. ASPECT 51.

[0252] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 44-48, wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component), second component (mating component), or both the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) comprise an organic material, e.g., an organic material that is associated with measurably different stress reduction or other physiological changes than a metallic material, such as a mostly, generally only, essentially only, or entirely wood material. ASPECT 52.

[0253] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 45-52, wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component) comprises, e.g., is made of or, e.g., comprises a component, feature, or portion made of stainless steel, and the second component (mating component) comprises, e.g., is made of or, e.g., comprises a component, feature, or portion made of wood. ASPECT 53.

[0254] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-53, wherein the device is designed for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s) to the mouth of the device user. ASPECT 54.

[0255] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-54, wherein the device is designed for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s) to the mouth of the device user by application of a suitable amount of suction force (a “suction force” such as an “oral suction”) to a mouthpiece of the device. ASPECT 55.

[0256] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-55, wherein the device comprises at least a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) bound together by a selectively releasable engagement component. ASPECT 56.

[0257] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 56, wherein the selectively releasable engagement component is a rapidly releasable engagement component. ASPECT 57.

[0258] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 57, wherein the rapidly releasable engagement component is a rapidly releasable force component. ASPECT 58.

[0259] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 57 and aspect 58, wherein the rapidly releasable force component comprises a snap fit or magnetic attraction. ASPECT 59.

[0260] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 56, wherein the selectively releasable engagement component does not comprise a screw-fit mechanism. ASPECT 60.

[0261] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 56-60, wherein the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) comprises a mechanism, component, surface, or an embodiment of any or all thereof, comprising a portion, location, surface, component, or other element thereof that interfaces with a portion, location, surface, component or other element of a mechanism, component, surface or other such embodiment of the second device component (mating component) to maintain the first and second device components in selective, releasable engagement with one another. ASPECT 61.

[0262] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 58-61, wherein the selectively releasable force component is a magnetic force. ASPECT 62.

[0263] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 62, wherein the strength of the magnetic force is between about 1 gauss (0.0001 tesla) and about 2000 gauss (0.2 tesla). ASPECT 63.

[0264] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 63, wherein the strength of the magnetic force is between about 1 gauss (0.0001 tesla) and about 1000 gauss (0.1 tesla). ASPECT 64.

[0265] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 64, wherein the strength of the magnetic force is about 500 gauss (0.05 tesla). ASPECT 65.

[0266] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 62, wherein the strength of the magnetic force is sufficient to lift a weight of between 1 g and about 500 g. ASPECT 66.

[0267] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 66, wherein the strength of the magnetic force is sufficient to lift a weight of between about 10 g and about 400 g. ASPECT 67.

[0268] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 67, wherein the strength of the magnetic force is sufficient to lift a weight of about 300 g. ASPECT 68.

[0269] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 62-68, wherein the magnetic force is provided by a magnet which is positioned within the device, e.g., the poles of the magnet are oriented within the device, such that the device interfaces in a predictable manner with one or more magnetic accessories. ASPECT 69.

[0270] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 56-68, wherein the selectively releasable engagement component is a rapidly releasable force mechanism operable with a single hand of a user, such that the first and second components of the device can be separated and re-attached repeatedly by the single hand (single hand movement(s)) of the user. ASPECT 70.

[0271] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 56-70, wherein the selectively releasable engagement component is a rapidly releasable force mechanism capable of providing an entertainment experience for the user separate from any volatile compound(s) delivery experience provided by the device. ASPECT 71.

[0272] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-71, wherein the device provides an experience, e.g., a manually-focused experience characterizable as a “fidget” experience, capable of detectably or significantly reducing one or more non-inhalation smoking habit-related craving(s) as measured or reported by the user or as measured by an appropriately conducted and powered trial or survey administered or conducted by suitably trained individual(s) recognized as capable of identifying reduction in addiction-related behavior. ASPECT 72.

[0273] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 72, wherein the manually-focused “fidget” experience is derived from (a) the rotation of the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) relative to the second component of the device (mating component), (b) the repeated disengagement and re-engagement of the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) relative to the second component of the device (mating component), or (c) any combination of (a) and (b). ASPECT 73.

[0274] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-73, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) and wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) are movable relative to one another. ASPECT 74.

[0275] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 74, wherein the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) comprises at least one visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator discernable by both sight and touch, capable of indicating, alone or also or alternatively in combination with one or more additional visual indicator(s), tactile indicator(s), or indicator(s) discernable by both sight and touch, at least one operational characteristic of the device. ASPECT 75.

[0276] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 74 and aspect 75, wherein the second component of the device (mating component) comprises at least one visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator discernable by both sight and touch, capable of indicating, alone or also or alternatively in combination with one or more additional visual indicator(s), tactile indicator(s), or indicator(s) discernable by both sight and touch, at least one operational characteristic of the device ASPECT 76.

[0277] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 74-76, wherein each of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) comprise one or more visual indicator(s), tactile indicator(s), or indicator(s) discernable by both sight and touch. ASPECT 77.

[0278] In one aspect, the invention provides the inhalation device of one or more of aspects 74-77, wherein a visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator discernable by both sight and touch, comprises a tick mark, intentional scratch, carving, engraved element, painted marking, stamped marking, protrusion, or any other type of visually observable, tactilely discernable, or observable and tactilely discernable marking such as, e.g., a line or other shape, detectably or significantly raised / elevated surface, number, letter, symbol, or collection of letters, numbers, or symbols (e.g., a word, name, or other product identifier), or image. ASPECT 78.

[0279] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 74-78, wherein at least one visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator discernable by both sight and touch, of the device is detectably or significantly different from at least one other visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator discernable by both sight and touch, of the device. ASPECT 79.

[0280] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 79, wherein at least one visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator discernable by both sight and touch, is a depressed or elevated tick mark and at least one visual indicator, tactile indicator, or an indicator discernable by both sight and touch, is a product logo. ASPECT 80.

[0281] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 74-80, wherein the spatial orientation of one or more indicator(s) on the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component), when interpreted alone, in relation to the positioning of one or more indicator(s) on the second component (mating component), or both, indicate(s) one or more operational characteristics of the device. ASPECT 81.

[0282] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 81, wherein the positioning of one or more indicator(s) on the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) indicate(s) the spatial orientation of one or more component(s) of the device which is / are not externally visible. ASPECT 82.

[0283] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 81 and aspect 82, wherein the positioning of one or more indicator(s) on the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component), when interpreted in relationship to the positioning of one or more indicator(s) on the second component of the device (mating component), indicate the operational status of an airflow control mechanism present within the device, e.g., the degree to which the device is open to airflow therethrough. ASPECT 83.

[0284] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 74-83, wherein the device comprises at least two externally positioned indicators that, when the device is in a ready to use state, provide an indication of at least two operational characteristics of the device. ASPECT 84.

[0285] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 84, wherein at least one of the operational characteristics is the spatial orientation of a component of the device which is not externally visible. ASPECT 85.

[0286] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 85, wherein the component of the device which is not externally visible is a component that participates in maintaining a removable insert capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds during use of the device. ASPECT 86.

[0287] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 84-86, wherein at least one of the operational characteristics is an indication of the status of an airflow control mechanism of the inhalation device. ASPECT 87.

[0288] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 74-87, wherein the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and second device component (mating component) are rotatable relative to one another, and wherein the device further comprises an airflow restrictor comprising at least two airflow limiters, and wherein rotation of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) relative to the second device component (mating component), rotation of one airflow limiter relative to another airflow limiter, or both, is accompanied by a tactile indicator indicating such movement, an audible indicator indicating such movement, or both. ASPECT 88.

[0289] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 88, wherein there is one distinct tactile indicator, one distinct audible indicator, or both one distinct tactile indicator and one distinct audible indicator which is demonstrated within any single 360 degree rotation of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) relative to the second device component (mating component), rotation of one airflow limiter relative to another airflow limiter, or both. ASPECT 89.

[0290] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 89, wherein the distinct tactile indicator, the distinct audible indicator, or both indicate a specific operational status of the device. ASPECT 90.

[0291] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 90, wherein the operational status is a fully closed airflow restrictor. ASPECT 91.

[0292] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-91, wherein the device comprises a device stabilization feature which aids in the maintenance of a device in a stable position when placed on a separate surface and not in use. ASPECT 92.

[0293] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 92, wherein the device stabilization feature is a surface which is detectably or significantly raised such that it is tactilely discernable by human touch over that of surrounding surface area of the device, an area which is detectably or significantly flatter than that of surrounding surface area of the device, or both. ASPECT 93.

[0294] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspects 92 and 93, wherein the device stabilization feature prevents the device from non-preferably moving, e.g., rolling, when placed on a surface which, without such a feature, the device could non-preferably move, e.g., roll. ASPECT 94.

[0295] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 92-94, wherein the device stabilization feature further operates as a visual indicator having one or more of the feature(s) of a visual indicator described in one or more of aspects 74-87. ASPECT 95.

[0296] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 95, wherein the device comprises a visual indicator having an elevated surface compared to immediately adjacent device surface area(s) such that it is tactilely discernable by human touch, wherein the visual indicator provides one or more of the visual indicator function(s) described in one or more of aspects 74-87 and further serves to aid in the stable maintenance of the device when the device is placed on a separate, external surface and is not in use. ASPECT 96.

[0297] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-96, wherein the device comprises a volatile compound compartment which participates in the stable maintenance of or maintains an insert, e.g., a removable insert, therein, the insert being an insert capable of holding, releasing, or holding and releasing one or more volatile compounds. ASPECT 97.

[0298] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 97, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) releasably engageable to one another by a selectively releasable engagement component, and wherein the volatile compound compartment is a component of or is attached to, directly or indirectly, the first component (volatile compound outlet component) of the device but which resides at least predominantly (e.g., at least ≥50%), at least generally (e.g., at least ≥75%), or at least substantially (e.g., at least ≥95%) within the second component (mating component) of the device when the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are releasably engaged to one another by the selectively releasable engagement component. ASPECT 98.

[0299] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 98, wherein at least about 60% of the volatile compound compartment resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are releasably bound to one another by the selectively releasable engagement component. ASPECT 99.

[0300] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 99, wherein at least about 70% of the volatile compound compartment resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are releasably bound to one another by the selectively releasable engagement component. ASPECT 100.

[0301] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 100, wherein at least about 80% of the volatile compound compartment resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are releasably bound to one another by the selectively releasable engagement component. ASPECT 101.

[0302] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 101, wherein at least about 90% of the volatile compound compartment resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are releasably bound to one another by the selectively releasable engagement component. ASPECT 102.

[0303] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 102, wherein about 100% of the volatile compound compartment resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are releasably bound to one another by the selectively releasable engagement component. ASPECT 103.

[0304] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-103, wherein the component participating in the stable maintenance of, or which maintains, the insert is an internal component comprising at least one dimension which is at least half as long as the longest dimension of the insert. ASPECT 104.

[0305] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 104, wherein the volatile compound compartment comprises at least one dimension which is at least as long as the longest dimension of the insert. ASPECT 105.

[0306] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 105, wherein the volatile compound compartment comprises at least one dimension which is longer than the longest dimension of the insert. ASPECT 106.

[0307] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-106, wherein the volatile compound compartment comprises a compressible positioner capable of being both compressed by a force and applying an opposing force to such compression. ASPECT 107.

[0308] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 107, wherein the volatile compound compartment is an internal compartment, and the compressible positioner of or within the internal compartment aids in the stable maintenance of the insert within the internal compartment. ASPECT 108.

[0309] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-108, wherein the volatile compound compartment is an internal component characterizable as an internal compartment, and wherein the internal compartment maintains the insert having a first end and a second end within it by the application of opposing first and second forces to first and second ends of the insert. ASPECT 109.

[0310] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 109, wherein at least one of the opposing first and second forces is applied as a restoring force. ASPECT 110.

[0311] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 110, wherein at least one of the opposing first and second forces is induced only upon the application of a first opposing force. ASPECT 111.

[0312] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one of aspects 109-111, wherein the first force applied to the first end of the insert is a restoring force and the second force is applied to the second end of the insert by a fixed positioner preventing movement of the insert in the direction of the applied restoring force. ASPECT 112.

[0313] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 112, wherein the fixed positioner comprises a thickness (e.g., depth) which is less than 100% of the depth of the internal component, e.g., internal compartment, participating in or maintaining the insert, less than 100% of the depth of the insert, or both. ASPECT 113.

[0314] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 113, wherein the fixed positioner comprises a thickness (e.g., depth) which is less than 75% of the depth of the volatile compound compartment (internal component, e.g., internal compartment), participating in or maintaining the insert, less than 75% of the depth of the insert, or both. ASPECT 114.

[0315] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 114, wherein the fixed positioner comprises a thickness (e.g., depth) which is less than 50% of the depth of the volatile compound compartment (internal component, e.g., internal compartment), participating in or maintaining the insert, less than 50% of the depth of the insert, or both. ASPECT 115.

[0316] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 115, wherein the fixed positioner comprises a thickness (e.g., depth) which is less than 25% of the depth of the volatile compound compartment (internal component, e.g., internal compartment), participating in or maintaining the insert, less than 25% of the depth of the insert, or both. ASPECT 116.

[0317] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 112-116, wherein the fixed positioner extends into an interior portion of the volatile compound compartment (internal component, e.g., internal compartment), which is not enclosed by a wall, e.g., a circumferentially disposed wall, of the volatile compound compartment (internal component (e.g., internal compartment)). ASPECT 117.

[0318] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 117, wherein the wall at least partially encloses the volatile compound compartment (internal component, e.g., internal compartment), and wherein exposed edges of the wall are sufficiently smoothed, rounded, or otherwise buffed or polished such that if such portions of the wall encounter one or more other component(s) of the device during user or operation of the device, no detectable or significant change to the wall occurs; e.g., no detectable or significant amount of material is removed from the wall due to the interface of the wall with one or more other component(s) of the device. ASPECT 118.

[0319] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 112-118, wherein the fixed positioner has at least two dimensions which join together in an orientation which is not 90 degrees. ASPECT 119.

[0320] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 119, wherein the non-90-degree orientation of the two dimensions facilitates the ease of entry, the smoothness of entry, or both the ease and smoothness of entry of an insert into the volatile compound compartment (internal component (i.e., internal compartment)). ASPECT 120.

[0321] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 98-120, wherein the volatile compound compartment (internal component (i.e., internal compartment)) is a component of the first component of the device (a volatile compound outlet component) and wherein, when the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) and second component of the device (mating component) are sufficiently separated from one another, an insert capable of holding, releasing, or holding and releasing one or more volatile compounds can be laterally inserted into and stably held by the exposed volatile compound compartment (internal component (i.e., exposed internal compartment)). ASPECT 121.

[0322] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 98-121, wherein the volatile compound compartment (internal component, e.g., internal compartment), stably maintains an insert therein when both the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are separated from one another and when the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) are bound to one another by a releasable force mechanism. ASPECT 122.

[0323] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-122, wherein the device receives the insertion of an insert, the insert being capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds, from a direction which does not correspond to, is not parallel to, or does not correspond to the long axis of the device. ASPECT 123.

[0324] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-123, wherein the device receives the insertion of an insert, the insert being capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds, from a direction which is lateral to the long axis of the device. ASPECT 124.

[0325] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-124, wherein the volatile compound compartment is an internal compartment having a width, a depth, and a length, the length being the longest dimension of the volatile compound compartment, and wherein the volatile compound compartment receives an insert from a position lateral to its length via an opening in a wall defining the length of the volatile compound compartment which does not completely surround, i.e., does not completely circumferentially surround, the volatile compound compartment. ASPECT 125.

[0326] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-125, wherein the volatile compound compartment is an internal compartment comprising an interior defined by a wall, e.g., a circumferentially disposed wall, between a first end and a second end of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment), wherein the wall is at least partially opened along at least one portion of the length between the first and second ends of the compartment exposing a portion of the interior of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) and which is complete, i.e., which fully encloses the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment), along at least one portion of the length between the first and second ends of the volatile compound compartment (compartment). ASPECT 126.

[0327] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-126, wherein the volatile compound compartment is a partially enclosed internal compartment such that when an insert is present in the compartment, at least a portion of the insert is completely surrounded by a wall, e.g., a circumferentially disposed wall, of the compartment and at least a portion of the insert is only partially surrounded by the wall of the compartment. ASPECT 127.

[0328] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-127, wherein the volatile compound compartment is an internal component, i.e., internal compartment, comprising a wall, e.g., a circumferentially disposed wall, defining a compartment interior, wherein the wall at least partially surrounds the insert when the insert is present within the compartment. ASPECT 128.

[0329] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 128, wherein the wall, i.e., circumferentially disposed wall, defining the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) interior at least partially surrounds the removable insert along at least one portion of the insert but does not surround the entirety of the length of the insert. ASPECT 129.

[0330] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 129, wherein the positioning of a fixed positioner within the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) provides for the positioning of an insert having a first end and a second end, when present within the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment), to be positioned such that at least one of the first and second ends of the insert is accessible via a portion of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) which is not fully enclosed by a wall, i.e., a circumferentially disposed wall, defining the interior of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment). ASPECT 130.

[0331] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 129, wherein a fixed positioner within the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) has a dimension, i.e., thickness or depth, which is sufficiently less than the depth of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) and the thickness of an insert such that when the insert is present in the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) and is stably maintained in the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) by a compressible positioner and the fixed positioner making contact with first end and second ends of the insert, respectively, a user of the device can access at least a portion of the second end of the insert. ASPECT 131.

[0332] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 129, wherein a fixed positioner within the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) is positioned such that a detectable or significant space exists between an end of an insert, when present in the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment), and an edge of a partial opening in the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) formed by the only partial surrounding of the removable insert by a wall, e.g., a circumferential wall defining the interior of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment), such that at least a portion of the end of the removable insert contacting the fixed positioner can be accessed. ASPECT 132.

[0333] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-132, wherein the device comprises a volatile compound compartment (an internal compartment) having a width, a depth, and a length, the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) further comprising (a) a compressible positioner capable of being both compressed by a force and applying an opposing force to such compression, and (b) a fixed positioner positioned opposite the compressible positioner of (a) within the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment), wherein (a) and (b) stably maintain an insert comprising or being capable of maintaining one or more volatile compounds and having a width, a depth (or, i.e., a thickness), a first end, and a second end when such an insert is inserted therebetween, wherein the fixed positioner of (b) has a dimension, e.g., thickness, which is sufficiently less than the depth of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) and the depth or thickness of the removable insert such that when an insert is present in the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) and is stably maintained in the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) by the compressible positioner (a) and the fixed positioner (b) making contact with the first end and second end of the insert respectively, a user of the device can access at least a portion of the second end of the insert with their finger to facilitate removal of the insert. ASPECT 133.

[0334] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-133, wherein the volatile compound compartment is an internal component not visible from the exterior of the device when the device is in a configuration ready for use, and wherein the spatial orientation of the volatile compound compartment is discernable by the spatial orientation of at least one visual indicator present on an external surface of the device. ASPECT 134.

[0335] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 97-134, wherein the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) has a length and a width and height (or a diameter in embodiments wherein the volatile compound compartment is circular; in this list of aspects, “diameter” used to encompass width and height in embodiments where the compartment, a mouthpiece, or both, is non-circular), and wherein the diameter of the compartment is less than about 95% of the diameter of a volatile compound outlet component, e.g., a mouthpiece component, of the device at its narrowest dimension. ASPECT 135.

[0336] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 135, wherein the diameter of the volatile compound compartment (internal compartment) is less than about 90% of the diameter of a volatile compound outlet component, e.g., a mouthpiece component, of the device at its narrowest dimension. ASPECT 136.

[0337] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 136, wherein the diameter of the internal compartment is less than about 85% of the diameter of a volatile compound outlet component, e.g., a mouthpiece component, of the device at its narrowest dimension. ASPECT 137.

[0338] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 137, wherein the diameter of the internal compartment is less than about 80% of the diameter of a volatile compound outlet component, e.g., a mouthpiece component, of the device at its narrowest dimension. ASPECT 138.

[0339] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 138, wherein the diameter of the internal compartment is less than about 75% of the diameter of a volatile compound outlet component, e.g., a mouthpiece component, of the device at its narrowest dimension. ASPECT 139.

[0340] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-139, wherein the device comprises an adjustable airflow control mechanism (an airflow restrictor) comprising a first airflow limiter and a second airflow limiter and wherein the first and second airflow limiters are in releasable contact with one another during normal operation of the device. ASPECT 140.

[0341] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 140, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) detectably or significantly establishes the flow of air, i.e., the amount of air, capable of flowing through an airflow path existing between an opening in the distal end of the device, opposite the proximal end identified by a mouthpiece component, and an opening in the proximal end of the device, i.e., an opening in the mouthpiece component, opposite the distal end of the device. ASPECT 141.

[0342] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 141, wherein the degree of interface between the first and second airflow limiters is modifiable in three or more discrete (non-gradual) increments. ASPECT 142.

[0343] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-142, wherein the amount of contact between the first airflow limiter and the second airflow limiter is reduced between any first and second airflow control setting compared to the amount of contact between the two airflow limiters when in any first and second airflow control setting(s). ASPECT 143.

[0344] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-143, wherein the first and second airflow limiters of the device can be completely separated from one another during operation of one or more features of the device. ASPECT 144.

[0345] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-144, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) movable in relation to one another, and the adjustable airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is controlled by the rotation of the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) relative to one another. ASPECT 145.

[0346] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-145, wherein the first airflow limiter and second airflow limiter of the airflow restrictor (airflow control mechanism) are rotatable in relation to one another, and further wherein the first component of the airflow control mechanism (first airflow limiter) comprises at least one element which alternatingly closely interfaces with, e.g., nests within, at least one element of the second component of the airflow control mechanism (second airflow limiter) and similarly the second component of the airflow control mechanism (second airflow limiter) comprises at least one element which alternatingly closely interfaces with, e.g., nests within, at least one element of the first component of the airflow control mechanism (first airflow limiter) as the first airflow limiter and the second airflow limiter of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) are rotated in relation to one another. ASPECT 146.

[0347] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-146, wherein the adjustable airflow restrictor (adjustable airflow control mechanism) comprises a first part and a second part (a first airflow limiter and a second airflow limiter) capable of rotating at least a full 360 degrees (e.g., at least one full rotation) in relation to one another. ASPECT 147.

[0348] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 147, wherein the at least 360-degree rotation includes within it three or more pre-determined, selectable, and distinct airflow control settings wherein moving from any first distinct airflow control setting to any second distinct airflow control setting provides a predetermined increase or decrease in airflow. ASPECT 148.

[0349] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 148, wherein the at least 360-degree rotation includes within it five or more pre-determined, selectable, and distinct airflow control settings wherein moving from any first distinct airflow control setting to any second distinct airflow control setting provides a predetermined increase or decrease in airflow. ASPECT 149.

[0350] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 149, wherein the at least 360-degree rotation includes within it ten (10) or more pre-determined, selectable, and distinct airflow control settings wherein moving from any first distinct airflow control setting to any second distinct airflow control setting provides a predetermined increase or decrease in airflow. ASPECT 150.

[0351] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 150, wherein the at least 360-degree rotation includes within it fifteen (15) or more pre-determined, selectable, and distinct airflow control settings wherein moving from any first distinct airflow control setting to any second distinct airflow control setting provides a predetermined increase or decrease in airflow. ASPECT 151.

[0352] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 147-151, wherein the at least 360-degree rotation includes within it a single distinct airflow control setting indicating full closure of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor). ASPECT 152.

[0353] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 147-152, wherein the at least 360-degree rotation comprises within it (a) three or more distinct airflow control settings wherein moving from any first distinct airflow control setting to any second distinct airflow control setting provides a predetermined increase or decrease in airflow and (b) a single airflow control setting indicating full closure of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor). ASPECT 153.

[0354] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 142-153, wherein the airflow rate is decreased by between about 0.01-1 standard liters per minute (SLPM) on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 154.

[0355] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 154, wherein the airflow rate is decreased by between about 0.01-0.8 standard liters per minute (SLPM) on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 155.

[0356] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 155, wherein the airflow rate is decreased by between about 0.05-0.6 standard liters per minute (SLPM) on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 156.

[0357] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 156, wherein the airflow rate is decreased by between about 0.1-0.4 standard liters per minute (SLPM) on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 157.

[0358] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 157, wherein the airflow rate is decreased by about 0.2 standard liters per minute (SLPM) on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 158.

[0359] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 142-158, wherein the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of between about 1% and about 20% on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 159.

[0360] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 159, wherein the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of between about 2% and about 18% on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 160.

[0361] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 160, wherein the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of between about 5% and about 15% on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 161.

[0362] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 161, wherein the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of between about 8% and about 13% on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 162.

[0363] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 162, wherein the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of between about 10% and about 12% on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 163.

[0364] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 163, wherein the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of about 11% on average with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment. ASPECT 164.

[0365] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 142-164, wherein with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment, the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of representing between about 1% and about 10% on average of the average maximum airflow through the device present when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a maximally open configuration. ASPECT 165.

[0366] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 142-165, wherein with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment, the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of representing between about 2% and about 8% on average of the average maximum airflow through the device present when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a maximally open configuration. ASPECT 166.

[0367] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 142-166, wherein with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment, the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of representing between about 3% and about 7% on average of the average maximum airflow through the device present when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a maximally open configuration. ASPECT 167.

[0368] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 142-167, wherein with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment, the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of representing between about 4% and about 6% on average of the average maximum airflow through the device present when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a maximally open configuration. ASPECT 168.

[0369] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 142-168, wherein with each single airflow control setting adjustment increment, the airflow rate is modified, e.g., either increased or decreased, by an amount of representing about 5% on average of the average maximum airflow through the device present when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a maximally open configuration. ASPECT 169.

[0370] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-169, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is capable of decreasing the airflow through the device by between about 20% and about 100% on average when modified from its maximum airflow configuration (maximally open position) to its minimum airflow configuration (maximally closed position). ASPECT 170.

[0371] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-170, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is capable of decreasing the airflow through the device by between about 40% and about 95% on average when modified from its maximum airflow configuration (maximally open position) to its minimum airflow configuration (maximally closed position). ASPECT 171.

[0372] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-171, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is capable of decreasing the airflow through the device by between about 60% and about 90% on average when modified from its maximum airflow configuration (maximally open position) to its minimum airflow configuration (maximally closed position). ASPECT 172.

[0373] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-172, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is capable of decreasing the airflow through the device by between about 70% and about 85% on average when modified from its maximum airflow configuration (maximally open position) to its minimum airflow configuration (maximally closed position). ASPECT 173.

[0374] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-173, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is capable of decreasing the airflow through the device by between about 80% and about 85% on average when modified from its maximum airflow configuration (maximally open position) to its minimum airflow configuration (maximally closed position). ASPECT 174.

[0375] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-174, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is capable of decreasing the airflow through the device by about 84% on average when modified from its maximum airflow configuration (maximally open position) to its minimum airflow configuration (maximally closed position). ASPECT 175.

[0376] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-175, wherein modification of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) from any first airflow setting to any second airflow setting is accompanied by a tactile indicator of such a modification. ASPECT 176.

[0377] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 176, wherein the modification of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) from any first airflow setting to any second airflow setting is accompanied by one of two differentiable tactile indicators, one of two differentiable audible indicators, or both one of two differentiable tactile indicators and one of two differentiable audible indicators of such a modification. ASPECT 177.

[0378] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 177, wherein the device comprises a first airflow limiter and a second airflow limiter capable of rotating at least 360 degrees (e.g., at least one full rotation) in relation to one another, and further wherein one of the two differentiable tactile indicators, audible indicators, or both, accompanying the modification of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) from a first airflow setting to a second airflow setting is only experienced once in any 360 degree rotation of the first airflow limiter relative to the second airflow limiter. ASPECT 178.

[0379] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 178, wherein the tactile indication, audible indication, or both, occurring only once in any 360-degree rotation of the first airflow limiter relative to the second airflow limit occurs when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a maximally closed position (e.g., allowing for minimum airflow through the device. ASPECT 179.

[0380] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 177-179, wherein the two differentiable tactile indicators, audible indicators, or both, are clicks, snaps, or other similar indicator of varying magnitude (e.g., a “large click” and a “small click” having a difference in decibels of between about 1 decibel and about 60 decibels) or a detectable or significant difference in the scale of movement or vibration. ASPECT 180.

[0381] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-180, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) rotatable in relation to one another and each of the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) comprise at least a portion visible on the exterior of the device, wherein the status of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is indicated by (a) the positioning of one or more visual, tactile, or both visual and tactile indicators on the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) when interpreted in relationship to the positioning of one or more visual, tactile, or visual and tactile indicators on the second component of the device (mating component), (b) a tactile indicator, an auditory indicator, or both when the first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) of the device are rotated relative to one another, or (c) both (a) and (b). ASPECT 181.

[0382] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 140-181, wherein when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a configuration representing its most open position, the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) provides an airflow channel through at least one portion of the device having a cross sectional area which is about 40% to about 60% of the cross-sectional area of the airflow channel otherwise present in the device. ASPECT 182.

[0383] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 182, wherein when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a configuration representing its most open position, the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) provides an airflow channel through the device having a cross sectional area which is about 50% of the cross-sectional area of the airflow channel otherwise present in the device. ASPECT 183.

[0384] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 182 and aspect 183, wherein when the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is in a configuration representing its most open position, the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) provides an airflow channel through the device providing for the flow of a volume of air which is about one half of the volume of air which would otherwise be able to flow through the device if the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) were not present in the device. ASPECT 184.

[0385] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 128-184, wherein the control of airflow by the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) through the device occurs distally from an insert maintaining volatile compound(s). ASPECT 185.

[0386] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 128-184, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is located at a position within a path of airflow through the device which is earlier than / prior to the encounter of air following the airflow path with volatiles released from an insert maintaining the volatile compound(s). ASPECT 186.

[0387] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 185 and aspect 186, wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is positioned along an airflow path passing through the entirety of the device such that it establishes a reduced air pressure within the airflow path at the point where air of the airflow path encounters volatile compound(s) released by an insert maintained within the device compared to the air pressure of air prior to encountering the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor). ASPECT 187.

[0388] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 187, wherein the amount of volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored volatile compound(s), delivered to a user is increased compared to the amount of volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored volatile compound(s), delivered to a user by a similar device wherein the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) is positioned within an airflow path such that the air of the airflow path first encounters the volatile compound(s) of an insert comprising such volatile compound(s) and subsequently encounters the airflow control mechanism. ASPECT 188.

[0389] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-139, wherein the device comprises an adjustable airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) comprising a first airflow limiter and a second airflow limiter and wherein the first and second airflow limiters move axially in relation to one another, e.g., move into and out of one another, during normal operation of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) of the device. ASPECT 189.

[0390] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-189, wherein the device comprises a first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second device component (mating component) releasably bound to one another by a releasable engagement component, and wherein the total length of the device when the first and second device components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound to one another is no more than about 80% of the total length of each of the first component and the second component independently added together. ASPECT 190.

[0391] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 190, wherein the device comprises a first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second device component (mating component) releasably bound to one another by a releasable engagement component, and wherein the total length of the device when the first and second device components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound to one another is no more than about 75% of the total length of each of the first component and the second component independently added together. ASPECT 191.

[0392] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 191, wherein the device comprises a first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second device component (mating component) releasably bound to one another by a releasable engagement component, and wherein the total length of the device when the first and second device components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound to one another is no more than about 70% of the total length of each of the first component and the second component independently added together. ASPECT 192.

[0393] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 192, wherein the device comprises a first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second device component (mating component) releasably bound to one another by a releasable engagement component, and wherein the total length of the device when the first and second device components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound to one another is no more than about 60% of the total length of each of the first component and the second component independently added together. ASPECT 193.

[0394] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 193, wherein the device comprises a first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second device component (mating component) releasably bound to one another by a releasable engagement component, and wherein the total length of the device when the first and second device components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound to one another is no more than about 50% of the total length of each of the first component and the second component independently added together. ASPECT 194.

[0395] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-194, wherein at least about 25% of the length of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component and second device component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound together by the releasable engagement component. ASPECT 195.

[0396] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 195, wherein at least about 30% of the length of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component and second device component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound together by the releasable engagement component. ASPECT 196.

[0397] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 196, wherein at least about 35% of the length of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component and second device component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound together by the releasable engagement component. ASPECT 197.

[0398] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 197, wherein at least about 40% of the length of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component and second device component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound together by the releasable engagement component. ASPECT 198.

[0399] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 198, wherein at least about 45% of the length of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component and second device component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound together by the releasable engagement component. ASPECT 199.

[0400] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 199, wherein at least about 50% of the length of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) resides within the second device component (mating component) when the first device component and second device component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) are bound together by the releasable engagement component. ASPECT 200.

[0401] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 190-200, wherein the device has a length of between about 90 mm and about 120 mm when the device is in an operable state. ASPECT 201.

[0402] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 201, wherein the device has a length of between about 100 mm and about 110 mm when the device is in an operable state. ASPECT 202.

[0403] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 202, wherein the device has a length of between about 105 mm and about 110 mm when the device is in an operable state. ASPECT 203.

[0404] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 190-203, wherein the device has a widest diameter of between about 5 mm and about 25 mm. ASPECT 204.

[0405] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 204, wherein the device has a widest diameter of between about 10 mm and about 20 mm. ASPECT 205.

[0406] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 205, wherein the device has a widest diameter of between about 12 mm and about 17 mm. ASPECT 206.

[0407] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 190-206, wherein the device weighs between about 30 g and about 80 g. ASPECT 207.

[0408] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 207, wherein the device weighs between about 40 g and about 70 g. ASPECT 208.

[0409] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 208, wherein the device weighs between about 50 g and about 60 g. ASPECT 209.

[0410] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 209, wherein the device weighs between about 53 g and about 58 g. ASPECT 210.

[0411] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-210, wherein the device has at least a widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) and a narrowest thickness (in aspects, diameter), and further wherein the narrowest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device represents a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 50% and about 95% of that of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT211.

[0412] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 190-211, wherein the narrowest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device represents a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 55% and about 90% of that of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 212.

[0413] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 212, wherein the narrowest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device represents a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 60% and about 85% of that of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 213.

[0414] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 213, wherein the narrowest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device represents a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 65% and about 80% of that of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 214.

[0415] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 214, wherein the narrowest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device represents a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 70% and about 75% of that of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 215.

[0416] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-215, wherein the device has a length, and the device comprises at least two separate portions along its length comprising a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is less than the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 216.

[0417] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 201-216, wherein the device has a length, and wherein the device comprises two separate portions of its length comprising a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 50% and about 95% of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 217.

[0418] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 217, wherein the device has a length, and wherein the device comprises two separate portions of its length comprising a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 55% and about 90% of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 218.

[0419] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 218, wherein the device has a length, and wherein the device comprises two separate portions of its length comprising a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 60% and about 85% of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 219.

[0420] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 219, wherein the device has a length, and wherein the device comprises two separate portions of its length comprising a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 65% and about 80% of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 220.

[0421] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 220, wherein the device has a length, and wherein the device comprises two separate portions of its length comprising a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is between about 70% and about 75% of the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 221.

[0422] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-221, wherein the device has a length and wherein at least one portion of the device along its length has a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is less than the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device, and further wherein the center of gravity of the device is positioned at a location along the length of the device corresponding to a portion of the device having a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is less than the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 222.

[0423] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-221, wherein the device has a length and wherein at least one portion of the device along its length has a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is less than the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device, and further wherein the center of gravity of the device is positioned at a location along the length of the device corresponding to a portion of the device having a thickness (in aspects, diameter) representing a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is at least essentially the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device. ASPECT 223.

[0424] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-221, wherein the device has a length and wherein at least one portion of the device along its length has a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is less than the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device, and further wherein the center of gravity of the device is positioned at a location along the length of the device corresponding to a portion of the device having a thickness (in aspects, diameter) representing a thickness (in aspects, diameter) which is at least essentially the widest thickness (in aspects, diameter) of the device, and which is adjacent to a portion of the device having a reduced thickness (in aspects, diameter). ASPECT 224.

[0425] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-221, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component), wherein the first component and second component (volatile compound component and mating component) are releasably engaged when the device is in an operable state and wherein the device has a length when in such an operable state, and wherein the center of gravity of the device is positioned at a location along the device length associated with the first component (volatile compound outlet component) of the device. ASPECT 225.

[0426] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-221, wherein the device has a length when in an operable state and wherein the center of gravity of the device is located in a position within the first ½ of the length of the device, starting at the proximal end (i.e., mouthpiece-associated end) of the device. ASPECT 226.

[0427] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-221, wherein the device has a length when in an operable state and wherein the center of gravity of the device is located in a position within the second ⅓ of the length of the device, starting at the proximal end (i.e., mouthpiece-associated end) of the device. ASPECT 227.

[0428] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-227, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component), and wherein the device has a length when the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) are releasably engaged such that the device is in a state ready for use, wherein the center of gravity is positioned within a distance from the intersection of the first component (volatile compound outlet component) with the proximal end of the second component (mating component) along the device length which represents no more than about 10% of the total length of the device. ASPECT 228.

[0429] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-228, wherein the use of more dense or lighter material(s) in one or more component(s) of a device can detectably or significantly shift the location of the center of gravity of the device. ASPECT 229.

[0430] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 190-229, wherein the device comprises at least two separate portions along its length having a thickness (in aspects, a diameter) which is less than the widest thickness (in aspects, a diameter) of the device, and wherein one portion having a thickness (in aspects, a diameter) less than the widest thickness (in aspects, a diameter) of the device is positioned to facilitate placement of the users lips and at least a second portion is positioned to facilitate placement of a user's finger(s), wherein, e.g., the reduction in thickness (in aspects, a diameter) is such that the reduced thickness (in aspects, a diameter) section(s) have a thickness (in aspects, a diameter) which is between about 25% and about 95% of the widest thickness (in aspects, a diameter) of the device, such as, e.g., the reduced thickness (in aspects, a diameter) section(s) having a thickness (in aspects, a diameter) which is between about 40% and about 90%, between about 50% and about 80%, or, e.g., ˜65%, ˜70%, ˜75%, ˜80%, or, e.g., ˜85% of that of the widest thickness (in aspects, a diameter) of the device. ASPECT 230.

[0431] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 230, wherein at least one portion positioned to facilitate placement of a user's fingers is positioned along the length of the device in a location corresponding with or adjacent to the center of gravity of the device such that when holding the device with one finger, between two fingers, or with one finger and between two fingers at such location, the device is essentially weight balanced. ASPECT 231.

[0432] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of any one or more of aspects 1-21, wherein the device comprises one or any combination of aspects described in aspects 22-231 that is not contradictory or non-sensical, such as, e.g., a device for use in the delivery of one or more volatile compounds, e.g., flavored volatile compound(s) to the mouth, comprising, e.g., any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspect 22 and aspect 23, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 24-31, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 32-35, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 36-43, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 44-53, any combination of one or more characteristics in aspect 54 and aspect 55, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 56-73, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 74-91, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 92-96, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 97-139, any combination of one or more characteristics described in aspects 140-189, any combination of any or more characteristics described in aspects 190-231, or any combination of any or all thereof. ASPECT 232.

[0433] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-21, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) comprising a mouthpiece and a second component designed to mate with the first component (mating component), wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component) comprises a volatile compound compartment for participating in the stable maintenance of an insert, and further wherein the volatile compound compartment is designed to receive an insert from a position corresponding to the long axis of the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component), the long axis of the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) corresponding to the long axis of the device. ASPECT 233.

[0434] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-21 and aspect 233, wherein the device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) comprising a mouthpiece and a second component designed to mate with the first component (mating component), wherein the second component (mating component) comprises a volatile compound compartment for participating in the stable maintenance of an insert, and further wherein the volatile compound compartment is designed to receive an insert from a position corresponding to the long axis of the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component), the long axis of the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) corresponding to the long axis of the device. ASPECT 234.

[0435] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-21, aspect 233, and aspect 234, wherein device is designed to receive the insert from an opening in its first end, from an opening in its second end, or both. ASPECT 235.

[0436] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 235, wherein an opening is selectively open, e.g., the opening can be accessible via the change in position of or the removal of a device component designed to cover or close the opening. ASPECT 236.

[0437] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-21 and aspect 233, wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component) comprises an opening in a first end, an opening in a second end, or both, and wherein the first component (volatile compound outlet component) is designed to receive the insert from the opening in its first end, the opening in its second end, or both. ASPECT 237.

[0438] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-21 and aspect 234, wherein the second component (mating component) comprises an opening in a first end, an opening in a second end, or both, and wherein the second component (mating component) is designed to receive the insert from the opening in its first end, the opening in its second end, or both. ASPECT 238.

[0439] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 237 and 238, wherein an opening is selectively open, e.g., the opening can be accessible via the change in position of or the removal of a device component designed to cover or close the opening. ASPECT 239.

[0440] In one aspect, the invention provides a solid material device, e.g., a porous, non-fibrous, solid material device capable of holding, delivering, or holding and delivering one or more volatile compound(s) to the mouth of a user when the device is inserted into a device, e.g., a non-electronic, non-heating, device designed for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to the mouth of a user. ASPECT 240.

[0441] In one aspect, the invention provides a solid material device for use within a non-electronic, non-heating, or both non-electronic and non-heating inhalation device, the solid material device being capable of holding, delivering, or holding and delivering one or more volatile compounds, the solid material device comprising a first end, a second end, and an outer diameter, and wherein the solid material device comprises at least one non-circuitous passageway within its outer diameter between its first and second ends allowing the passage of air through the solid material device via the passageway. ASPECT 241.

[0442] In one aspect, the invention provides a fibrous, solid material device capable of holding, delivering, or holding and delivering one or more volatile compounds, the fibrous device comprising a first end, a second end, and a visible passageway through the device between the first and second ends. ASPECT 242.

[0443] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of one or more of aspects 240-242, wherein the solid material device is the insert described or referenced in any applicable aspect of aspects 1-239. ASPECT 243.

[0444] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 240-243, wherein the solid material device is a removable device, insert (also referred to herein as a removable insert) capable of being inserted into and removed from a device designed for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to the mouth of the device user. ASPECT 244.

[0445] In one aspect, the invention provides the removable insert of aspect 244, wherein the removable insert is a fibrous, flexible or semi-flexible material for holding, delivering, or holding and delivering one or more volatile compounds. ASPECT 245.

[0446] In one aspect, the invention provides the removable insert of aspect 245, wherein the removable insert at least generally, at least substantially, at least essentially, essentially, or is composed of a polyester fiber. ASPECT 246.

[0447] In one aspect, the invention provides the removable insert of aspect 244, wherein the removable insert is a porous, non-fibrous, at least essentially inflexible, solid material device for holding, delivering, or holding and delivering one or more volatile compounds. ASPECT 247.

[0448] In one aspect, the invention provides the removable insert of aspect 245, wherein the removable insert at least generally, at least substantially, at least essentially, essentially, or is composed of ceramic. ASPECT 248.

[0449] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 240-248, wherein the solid material device is a removable insert designed for use within a non-electronic, non-heating inhalation device. ASPECT 249.

[0450] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 240-249, wherein the solid material device is a removable insert having a length defined by a distance between a first end of the removable insert and a second end of the removable insert, wherein the removable insert is capable of resisting a detectable or significant bending across its length when a force of between about 10 g to about 500 g is applied to one or both ends of the removable insert. ASPECT 250.

[0451] In one aspect, the invention provides the removable insert of aspect 250, wherein the removable insert is capable of resisting a detectable or significant bending across its length when a force of between about 100 g to about 450 g is applied to one or both ends of the removable insert. ASPECT 251.

[0452] In one aspect, the invention provides the removable insert of aspect 251, wherein the removable insert is capable of resisting a detectable or significant bending across its length when a force of between about 200 g to about 400 g is applied to one or both ends of the removable insert. ASPECT 252.

[0453] In one aspect, the invention provides the removable insert of any one or more of aspects 240-252, wherein when a force of about 350 g is applied to one or both ends of the removable insert, the removable insert defines a minor arc subtending an angle of no less than 170 degrees or the removable insert does not exhibit any detectable or significant bend across its length. ASPECT 253.

[0454] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 240-253, wherein the solid material device is a removable insert, and wherein the removable insert maintains a stable position within a component or feature of a device, e.g., a compartment, described in any one or more of aspects 97-139. ASPECT 254.

[0455] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 254, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within a compartment of the device when the device is dropped from a distance of between about 1″ to about 5″. ASPECT 255.

[0456] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 255, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within the compartment of the device when the device is dropped from a distance of between about 1″ to about 10″. ASPECT 256.

[0457] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 256, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within the compartment of the device when the device is dropped from a distance of between about 1″ to about 30″. ASPECT 257.

[0458] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 257, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within the compartment of the device when the device is dropped from a distance of between about 1″ to about 30″. ASPECT 258.

[0459] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 258, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within the compartment of the device when the device is dropped from a distance of between about 1″ to about 40″. ASPECT 259.

[0460] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 259, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within the compartment of the device when the device is dropped from a distance of between about 1″ to about 50″. ASPECT 260.

[0461] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect260, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within the compartment of the device when the device is dropped from a distance of 60″ or more. ASPECT 261.

[0462] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 254-261, wherein the removable insert requires a pull force of between about −0.02 N-about −2 N to manually remove the removable element from the component or feature of a device, e.g., a compartment, designed to maintain it during operation of the device. ASPECT 262.

[0463] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 262, wherein the removable insert requires a pull force of between about −0.02 N-about −1 N to manually remove the removable element from the compartment. ASPECT 263.

[0464] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 263, wherein the removable insert requires a pull force of between about −0.02 N-about −0.5 N to manually remove the removable element from the compartment. ASPECT 264.

[0465] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 254-264, wherein the removable insert is stably maintained within the component or feature of the device, e.g., the compartment, designed to maintain it during operation of the device, such that when the compartment maintaining the removable insert is exposed to the outside environment, the insert is stably maintained within the container when the compartment is rotated 360 degrees in any direction. ASPECT 265.

[0466] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 240-265, wherein the solid material insert comprises at least one non-circuitous passageway, e.g., a direct path, through at least one dimension of the solid material device. ASPECT 266.

[0467] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 266, wherein the solid material device comprises a first end and a second end, the distance between the first and second ends of the solid material device defining the longest dimension of the solid material device, wherein at least one of the at least one non-circuitous passageways pass(es) from the first end of the solid material device to the second end of the solid material device. ASPECT 267.

[0468] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or both of aspect 266 and aspect 267, wherein the at least one non-circuitous passageway increases the surface area of the device compared to the same device lacking the at least one non-circuitous passageway. ASPECT 268.

[0469] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 266-268, wherein at least one of the at least one non-circuitous passageways, e.g., direct paths, through the solid material device has a shape characterizable as a circular shape, a squircle, a quadrilateral or other polygon, or a multilobed (multi-petaled) flower shape, e.g., zygomorphic flower shape, or actinomorphic flower shape. ASPECT 269.

[0470] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 269, wherein the solid material device comprises a plurality of non-circuitous passageways through the solid material device. ASPECT 270.

[0471] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 270, wherein each of the plurality of non-circuitous passageways through the solid material device are at least generally, at least substantially, at least essentially, essentially, or are the same shape. ASPECT 271.

[0472] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 270, wherein at least one of the non-circuitous passageways through the solid material device has a shape which is different from one or more other non-circuitous passageways through the solid material device. ASPECT 272.

[0473] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 244-272, wherein the removable insert has a shape having a first end and a second end, the shape characterizable as a cylinder, triangular prism, rectangular prism (cuboid), pentagonal prism, hexagonal prism, octagonal prism, or other multi-sided prism. ASPECT 273.

[0474] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of any one or more of aspects 244-273, wherein the removable insert has a depth (e.g., thickness / diameter) which is detectably or significantly less than the depth of a component of a device designed to hold it, e.g., a compartment of a device, in which it resides during operation of the device with the removable insert present. ASPECT 274.

[0475] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-274, wherein (a) the insert contacts a single, limited portion of a first component of an airflow control mechanism present in the device designed to receive the insert and within which an at least 2-component airflow control mechanism is present, (b) the single, limited portion of the one component of an airflow control mechanism with which the insert makes contact is not a portion of the airflow control component that interfaces with any second airflow control component present as part of the airflow control mechanism. ASPECT 275.

[0476] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-275, wherein the device designed to receive or otherwise utilize the insert comprises at least one component positioned between the insert and the proximal end of the device, at least one component positioned between the insert and the distal end of the device, or both, such that the insert cannot be directly removed from the proximal end of the device, the distal end of the device, or cannot be directly removed from either end of the device. ASPECT 276.

[0477] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 276, wherein the at least one component positioned between the insert and the distal end of the device is a component of an airflow control mechanism. ASPECT 277.

[0478] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-277, wherein the insert is highly porous, e.g., wherein at least about 5% of its total volume, ≥˜10%, ≥˜15%, ≥˜20%, ≥˜25%, ≥˜30%, ≥˜35%, ≥˜40%, ≥˜45%, ≥˜50%, ≥˜55%, ≥˜60%, ≥˜65%, ≥˜70%, ≥˜75% of the volume of the insert is open space, e.g., capable of maintaining volatile compound(s) or composition(s) comprising volatile compound(s) such as, e.g., essential oil(s). ASPECT 278.

[0479] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-278, wherein the insert placed directly into a device designed to receive it intact and unmodified, i.e., without any required manipulation or material handling (such as, e.g., shredding). ASPECT 279.

[0480] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-279, wherein (1) the variation in surface area of the insert(s), (2) the variation in the volume of volatile compound(s) composition(s) the insert(s) can maintain, (3) the variation in airflow through the insert(s) when insert(s) are placed into a device designed to receive them when the device is set at any specific airflow control setting, or any or all thereof, from insert-to-insert within a manufactured lot (batch) of inserts is less than about 50%, such as, e.g., ≤˜45%, ≤˜40%, ≤˜35%, ≤˜30%, ≤˜25%, ≤˜20%, ≤˜15%, ≤˜10%, or ≤˜5%. ASPECT 280.

[0481] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-280, wherein the insert has an initial weight upon completion of loading the insert with a composition comprising volatile compound(s) and packaging post-manufacture, and wherein upon unpackaging the insert and allowing it to rest undisturbed at about room temperature in open air, the insert demonstrates a change in weight of between about 5 mg / hour and about 45 mg / hour. ASPECT 281.

[0482] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 281, wherein the standard deviation of the change in weight of a population of such insert(s) is less than about 20 mg / hour. ASPECT 282.

[0483] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-282, wherein the insert comprises an initial volume of a composition comprising volatile compound(s) upon packaging post-manufacture, and wherein upon unpackaging the insert and allowing it to rest undisturbed at about room temperature in open air, the insert demonstrates a rate of loss in the volume of composition contained therein of between about 8 μL / hour and about 60 μL / hour. ASPECT 283.

[0484] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 283, wherein the standard deviation of the loss of composition(s) comprising volatile compound(s) within a population of insert(s) comprising such composition(s) is less than about 20 μL / hour. ASPECT 284.

[0485] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-284, wherein (1) the device comprises a composition comprising volatile compound(s) and (2) the device is positioned within a delivery device designed to maintain the insert for the delivery of volatile compound(s) maintained therein to the mouth of a user of the delivery device, and further wherein the insert releases between about 0.1 μL and about 10 μL of composition upon each use of the delivery device by a delivery device user, a single use being a single “draw” by a user from the delivery device. ASPECT 285.

[0486] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-285, wherein the insert comprises an initial amount of composition comprising volatile compound(s) upon initial packaging post-manufacture, and upon unpackaging the insert the insert loses less than about 20% of the total amount of composition when the insert is utilized in a delivery device designed to maintain the insert and deliver volatile compounds therefrom to a device user, after a total of about 30 uses, a single use being a single “draw” by a user from the delivery device. ASPECT 286.

[0487] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-286, wherein the longest dimension of the insert is less than about 50% of the total length of a delivery device designed to maintain it therein for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to a delivery device user. ASPECT 287.

[0488] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 287, wherein the longest dimension of the insert is less than about 45% of the total length of a delivery device designed to maintain it therein for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to a delivery device user. ASPECT 288.

[0489] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 288, wherein the longest dimension of the insert is less than about 40% of the total length of a delivery device designed to maintain it therein for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to a delivery device user. ASPECT 289.

[0490] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 289, wherein the longest dimension of the insert is less than about 35% of the total length of a delivery device designed to maintain it therein for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to a delivery device user. ASPECT 290.

[0491] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 290, wherein the longest dimension of the insert is less than about 30% of the total length of a delivery device designed to maintain it therein for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to a delivery device user. ASPECT 291.

[0492] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-291, wherein the insert has a longest dimension, i.e., length, and the longest dimension, i.e., length, of the delivery device designed to maintain the insert therein is at least 100% greater than the length of the insert. ASPECT 292.

[0493] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 292, wherein the insert has a longest dimension, i.e., length, and the longest dimension, i.e., length, of the delivery device designed to maintain the insert therein is at least 150% greater than the length of the insert. ASPECT 293.

[0494] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device, i.e., insert, e.g., removable insert, of aspect 293, wherein the insert has a longest dimension, i.e., length, and the longest dimension, i.e., length, of the delivery device designed to maintain the insert therein is at least 200% greater than the length of the insert. ASPECT 294.

[0495] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device (i.e., insert) of one or more of aspects 240-294, wherein the solid material device is a solid material device capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining or releasing one or more volatile compounds, wherein the one or more volatile compounds are safe for mammalian exposure thereto. ASPECT 295.

[0496] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 295, wherein the volatile compound(s) are flavored compound(s). ASPECT 296.

[0497] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 296, wherein the one or more volatile compounds is / are volatile compound(s) maintained within a composition such as an oil, is / are provided to the solid material device within a composition such as in an oil, or both. ASPECT 297.

[0498] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of aspect 297, wherein the composition is a non-combustible oil. ASPECT 298.

[0499] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of one or more of aspects 295-298, wherein at least one of the volatile compounds is a non-nicotinic compound. ASPECT 299.

[0500] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of one or more of aspects 295-299, wherein none of the one or more volatile compounds is a tobacco-related compound, nicotine-related compound, or any combination thereof. ASPECT 300.

[0501] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of one or more of aspects 295-300, wherein the one or more volatile compounds are derived from, provided in, or both derived from and provided in one or more botanicals or extracted oils of such botanicals including botanicals from, e.g., the botanical family Lamiaceae, e.g., Mentha piperita (peppermint), Mentha spicata (spearmint), Lavandula (lavender), Salvia rosmarinus (rosemary), Origanum vulgare (oregano), Thymus vulgaris (thyme), etc.; the botanical family Piperaceas, e.g., Piper nigrum (black pepper); the botanical family Myrtaceae, e.g., Eucalyptus radiata (eucalyptus), Eucalyptus globulus (eucalyptus), Syzygium aromaticum (clove), Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree); the botanical family Rutaceae, e.g., Citrus limon (lemon), Citrus x sinensis (orange), Aurantifolia (lime) (or, e.g., Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus latifolia, Citrus glauca, and Citrus hystrix), Citrus paradisi (grapefruit), Citrus bergamia (bergamot orange); the botanical family Annonacea, e.g., Cananga adorate (ylang-ylang); the botanical family Lauraceae, e.g., Cinnamomum verum (cinnamon), Ocotea quixos (Ocotea or Ishpingo); the botanical family Myristicaceae, e.g., Myristica fragrans (nutmeg); the botanical family Pine, e.g., Cedrus (cedarwood), Picea mariana (black spruce); the botanical family Fabaceae, e.g., Genus Copaifera (copaiba); the botanical family Orchidaceae, e.g., Vanilla planifolia (vanilla); the botanical family Poaceae, e.g., Cymbopogon species (including, e.g., lemongrass); the botanical family Malvaceae, e.g., Theobroma cacao (cocoa); the botanical family Ericaceae, e.g., Vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry); the botanical family Asteraceae, e.g., Artemisia pallens (davana),

[0502] the botanical family Cupressaceae, e.g., Juniperus communis (juniper), Cupressus (cypress),

[0503] the botanical family Burseraceae, e.g., Boswellia sacra (frankincense); and, e.g., the botanical family Geraniaceae, e.g., Pelargonium graveolens (geranium), etc. and any combination of any or all thereof. ASPECT 301.

[0504] In one aspect, the invention provides the device having one or more of the characteristics described in any one or more of aspects 1-239, wherein the device is capable of receiving a solid material device, e.g., insert, e.g., removable insert, therein, wherein the solid material device is capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds, and wherein the solid material device has one or more of the characteristics described in any one or more of aspects 240-294. ASPECT 302.

[0505] In one aspect, the invention provides the inhalation device of aspect 302, wherein the one or more volatile compounds has / have one or more of the characteristics described in any one or more of aspects 295-301. ASPECT 303.

[0506] In one aspect, the invention provides the device having one or more of the characteristics described in any one or more of aspects 1-239, wherein the device comprises at least one component which is machine washable, e.g., which is dishwasher safe. ASPECT 304.

[0507] In one aspect, the invention provides the solid material device of one or more of aspects 240-294, wherein the solid material device is a removable insert capable of being inserted into, used in coordination with, or both, a device having one more of the characteristics described in any one or more of aspects 1-239. ASPECT 305.

[0508] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 305, wherein the solid material device is capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds having any one or more of the characteristics described in any one or more of aspects 295-301. ASPECT 306.

[0509] In aspects, the invention can comprise device(s), component(s), or any combination thereof having any combination of characteristic(s) described in one or more of aspects 1-306, which are not contradictory or non-sensical; e.g., the invention can provide, in one embodiment, a non-electronic, non-heating device designed for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds described in to the mouth of a user, the device having any one or more characteristics of, or capable of being used with any additional device described in, one or more of aspects 1-239, or, e.g., in an embodiment the invention can provide a solid material device, e.g., an insert, e.g., a removable insert, capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining or releasing one or more volatile compounds, the solid material device being described in or having any one or more of the characteristics of, one or more of aspects 240-294 or which is suitable for use in a device having any one or more of the characteristics in one or more of aspects 1-239, and wherein such a disclosed delivery device, solid material device, or both, can deliver to a user one or more volatile compounds described in one or more of aspects 295-301. ASPECT 307.

[0510] In one aspect, the invention provides a system for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the system comprising (a) a delivery device and (b) an insert designed to be removably maintained therein, wherein the delivery device comprises a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) releasably bound to one another by a selectively releasable engagement component, e.g., a rapidly releasable force mechanism, such that the first component and second component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) can be completely disengaged from one another or, alternatively, can be securely bound to one another, the delivery device further optionally comprising an adjustable airflow restrictor (airflow control mechanism) controlled by the rotation of the first component and the second component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) relative to one another, and the insert is designed to maintain, release, or maintain and release the one or more volatile compound(s) for delivery. ASPECT 308.

[0511] In one aspect, the invention provides a system for the delivery of one or more volatile compound(s), the system comprising (a) a first delivery device component comprising a mouthpiece, (b) a second delivery device component comprising a means for maintaining a device for maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing volatile compound(s), and (c) a solid material device for maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing volatile compound(s), wherein (a) and (b) are designed to be fixedly attached or alternatively selectively releasable, i.e., releasably engageable, e.g., by a rapid release mechanism, with / to one another. ASPECT 309.

[0512] In one aspect, the invention provides a system for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds, the system comprising a delivery device and a solid material device capable of being inserted therein, the solid material device capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing the one or more volatile compounds for delivery to the mouth of the delivery device user, wherein, in use, (a) at least one quarter of the solid material device's longest dimension is engaged with a first component of the delivery device (volatile compound outlet component), and (b) the entirety of the solid material device is positioned within a second component (mating component) of the delivery device when the delivery device is in a ready to use state, and wherein the first and second components (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) of the delivery device are selectively engageable / dis-engageable from one another. ASPECT 310.

[0513] In one aspect, the invention provides a system for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds to a recipient, the system comprising a delivery device and a solid material device capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds, wherein the solid material device comprises a first end, a second end, and at least one non-circuitous passageway passing through the solid material device from its first end to its second end. ASPECT 311.

[0514] In one aspect, the invention provides a system for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds to a recipient, the device system comprising a delivery device comprising a first component and a second component capable of rotating relative to one another and a removable solid material device capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing the one or more volatile compounds for delivery to the recipient by the delivery device user, wherein the delivery device comprises an airflow restrictor (airflow control mechanism) adjustable in discrete increments by the rotation of the first component and the second component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) of the delivery device in relation to one another. ASPECT 312.

[0515] In one aspect, the invention provides a system for the delivery of one or more volatile compounds to a recipient, the system comprising a delivery device described in one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, and a removable insert described in one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306. ASPECT 313.

[0516] In aspects, the invention provides a kit comprising (a) one or more of the inhalation devices described in one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, and (b) one or more of the solid material devices capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds described in any one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306. ASPECT 314.

[0517] In aspects, the invention provides a kit providing two or solid material devices capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing one or more volatile compounds described in any one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306. ASPECT 315.

[0518] In aspects, the invention provides the kit of aspect 315, wherein all solid material devices of the kit comprise at least generally the same, at least substantially the same, at least essentially the same, essentially the same, or the same one or more volatile compounds. ASPECT 316.

[0519] In aspects, the invention provides the kit of aspect 315, wherein at least one of the solid material devices of the kit comprises at least generally different, at least substantially different, or different one or more volatile compounds than at least one other solid material device in the kit. ASPECT 317.

[0520] In aspects, the invention provides a method of providing volatile compound(s) to a recipient, the method comprising providing to an individual a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 with or containing an insert, e.g., a removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306; a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, wherein the individual applies a sufficient suction force to the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored compounds, maintained in / by the insert is delivered to the individual. ASPECT 318.

[0521] In aspects, the invention provides the method of aspect 318, wherein the suction force is a suction force applied by the mouth of the user and the detectable amount of volatile compound(s) is delivered to the mouth of the individual. ASPECT 319.

[0522] In aspects, the invention provides a method of providing volatile compound(s) for delivery to an individual, the method comprising (a) providing to an individual a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 with or containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, (b) instructing the individual to (i) apply suction via their mouth (“oral suction”) (e.g., to apply at least one partial or full breath through the inhalation device) such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s) maintained by the removable insert is delivered to the individual and (ii) to repeat step (i) for as many times as is desired by the individual to obtain a satisfactory olfactory experience as judged by the individual. ASPECT 320.

[0523] In aspects, the invention provides a method of providing an olfactory experience comprising the inhalation of volatile compound(s) to an individual, the method comprising providing to an individual an inhalation device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, with or containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, wherein the individual applies a sufficient amount of suction force (oral suction) to the device using their mouth or intakes via their mouth at least one partial or full breath through the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s) (e.g., an amount conferring a detectable amount of flavor for a typical user, most users, or significant number of users or an amount at least 1.5×, at least 2×, at least 3×, at least 4×, at least 5×, at least 10×, at least 20×, at least 50×, or at least 100× such minimum flavor detectable amount) maintained by the removable insert is delivered to the individual. ASPECT 321.

[0524] In aspects, the invention provides a method of providing an olfactory experience comprising the delivery of volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored compound(s), to an individual, the method comprising (a) providing to an individual delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, with or containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, (b) instructing the individual to (i) provide suction via their mouth, introducing an amount of air into the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s) maintained by the removable insert positioned within the delivery device is delivered to the individual (e.g., a flavor associated amount as described above) and (ii) to repeat step (i) for as many times as is desired by the individual to obtain a satisfactory olfactory experience as judged by the individual. ASPECT 322.

[0525] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more smoking habit-related cravings(s) in an individual, the method comprising providing to an individual suffering from a smoking habit-related craving delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 with or containing an insert, e.g., a removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, wherein the individual introduces, via application of suction (e.g., using their mouth), an amount of air into the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compounds maintained by the removable insert positioned within the delivery device is delivered to the individual. ASPECT 323.

[0526] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more habit-related craving(s) in a significant number of individuals comprising providing to each individual in the population of individuals a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 with or containing an insert, e.g., a removable insert, of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, wherein the individual(s) introduces, via application of suction (e.g., using their mouth(s)) an amount of air into the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s) maintained by the insert is delivered to the individual(s) (e.g., an amount associated with a beneficial effect in a significant number of users, most users of a population, etc.). ASPECT 324.

[0527] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more habit-related cravings (where cravings in these aspects can be sensation of cravings, craving-associated behaviors, craving-associated physiological measurements, or a combination thereof) in an individual, the method comprising (a) providing to the individual undergoing / experiencing the habit-related craving(s) a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 with or containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, (b) instructing the individual to (i) apply a sufficient suction force to the delivery device, e.g., via their mouth, to introduce an amount of air into the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s) maintained by the removable insert maintained therein is delivered to the individual and (ii) to repeat step (i) at least one additional time. ASPECT 325.

[0528] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more habit-related craving(s) (habit related cravings in these aspects, including, in aspects, smoking or vaping-related cravings) in a significant number of individuals in an adequately powered population of individuals, the method comprising (a) providing to each of the individual(s) experiencing one or more habit-related craving(s) a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 with or containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, (b) instructing the individual(s) to (i) apply a sufficient suction force to the delivery device, e.g., via their mouth(s), to introduce an amount of air into the delivery device such that a detectable amount of volatile compound(s) maintained by the removable insert housed within the delivery device is delivered to the individual(s) and (ii) to repeat step (i) at least one additional time. ASPECT 326.

[0529] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more habit-related craving(s) in an individual, the method comprising providing to an individual experiencing a habit-related craving a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, optionally with or optionally containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, providing a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or providing a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, wherein the individual (i) holds the delivery device within their hand, between their fingers, between their lips, or any combination thereof, (ii) repeatedly, e.g., at least two or more times, rotates a first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) in relation to a second component (mating component) of the device relative to one another in any direction or combination of directions, (iii) repeatedly, e.g., at least two or more times, separates and allows reattachment of a first component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second component (mating component) relative to one another, or (iv) any combination of (i)-(iii). ASPECT 327.

[0530] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more habit-related craving(s) (as noted above, this can also or alternatively include modulating craving-associated symptoms, conditions, behaviors, etc.) in a significant number of individuals, the method comprising providing to each of the individual(s) experiencing such cravings (in all cases in these aspects being replaceable with susceptible of experiencing such cravings) a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, optionally with or optionally containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, providing a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or providing a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, wherein the individual(s) (i) hold(s) the device within their hand(s), between their fingers, between their lips, or any combination thereof, (ii) repeatedly, e.g., at least two or more times, rotate(s) a first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) in relation to a second component of the device (mating component) relative to one another in any direction or combination of directions, (iii) repeatedly, e.g., at least two or more times, separate(s) and allow(s) reattachment of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) relative to one another, or (iv) any combination of (i)-(iii). ASPECT 328.

[0531] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more habit-related craving(s) in an individual, the method comprising (a) providing to an individual experiencing or that may experience a habit-related craving (or related condition or behavior) an inhalation device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, optionally with or optionally containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, and (b) instructing the individual to (i) hold the device within their hand, between their fingers, between their lips, or any combination thereof, (ii) repeatedly, e.g., at least two or more times, rotate a first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) in relation to a second component of the device (mating component) relative to one another in any direction or combination of directions, (iii) repeatedly, e.g., at least two or more times, separate and allow reattachment of the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) relative to one another, or (iv) any combination of (i)-(iii). ASPECT 329.

[0532] In aspects, the invention provides a method of detectably or significantly reducing one or more habit-related craving(s) in a significant number of individuals in an adequately powered population of individuals, the method comprising (a) providing to each individual(s) suffering from a habit-related craving a delivery device of one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304, optionally with or optionally containing a removable insert of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306, a system of any one or more of aspects 308-313, or a kit of one or more of aspects 314-317, and (b) instructing the individual(s) to (i) hold the device(s) within their hand(s), between their fingers, between their lips, or any combination thereof, (ii) repeatedly, e.g., two or more times, rotate a first component of the device (volatile compound outlet component) in relation to a second component of the device (mating component) relative to one another in any direction or combination of directions, (iii) repeatedly, e.g., two or more times, separate and allow reattachment of the first component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second component (mating component) relative to one another, or (iv) any combination of (i)-(iii). ASPECT 330.

[0533] In aspects, the invention provides the method of one or more of aspects 323-330, wherein one or more steps of the method(s) is / are applied for or over a sufficient period of time or repeated a sufficient number of times such that the individual experiences a detectable or significant decrease in the habit-related craving as assessed by the individual, a suitably trained individual recognized as capable of identifying reduction in addiction-related behavior, or both. ASPECT 331.

[0534] In aspects, the invention provides the method of aspect 331, wherein a detectable or significant reduction in habit-related craving(s) is reduced in the population of individuals receiving, applying, or otherwise using the method within a period of at least about 1 year, such as, e.g., within at least about 11 months (mos.), ˜10 mos., ˜9 mos., ˜8 mos., ˜7 mos., ˜6 mos., ˜5 mos., ˜4 mos., ˜3 mos., ˜2 mos., or, e.g., within about 1 month. ASPECT 332.

[0535] In aspects, the invention provides a method of controlling the delivery of volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored volatile compound(s), via a device to the mouth of the device user, the method comprising moving at least two airflow limiters of the device in relation to one another such that the movement of the two airflow limiters occurs only in pre-defined increments and with each movement of the two airflow limiters in a pre-defined increment provides a pre-determined increase or pre-determined decrease in airflow through the device. ASPECT 333.

[0536] In aspects, the invention provides a method of controlling the delivery of volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored volatile compound(s), via a device to the mouth of the device user, the method comprising moving a first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and a second device component (mating component) relative to one another, wherein the first device component and the second device component (volatile compound outlet component and mating component) each comprise at least one part or component of a multi-component airflow control system designed to establish a plurality of discrete airflow control settings for the device (airflow limiter(s), and wherein a movement of the first device component (volatile compound outlet component) and the second device component (mating component) changes the airflow control setting from a first discrete airflow control setting to a second airflow control setting, and between the first and second discrete airflow control settings, the amount of interface between the airflow control system parts or components (airflow limiters) decreases compared to the amount of interface between the airflow control components (airflow limiters) when the device is in either the first or second airflow control setting. ASPECT 334.

[0537] In aspects, the invention provides a method of controlling airflow in a delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) to a user of the delivery device, the method comprising moving at least two airflow limiters of the delivery device in relation to one another such that the movement of the two airflow limiters occurs only in pre-defined increments and with each movement of the two airflow limiters in a pre-defined increment provides a pre-determined increase or pre-determined decrease in airflow through the delivery device. ASPECT 335.

[0538] In aspects, the invention provides a method of controlling airflow in a delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) to a user of the delivery device, the method comprising moving at least two airflow limiters of the delivery device in relation to one another and wherein, during normal operation of the device, at least two of the at least two airflow limiters of the delivery device are, selectively, completely separable from one another. ASPECT 336.

[0539] In aspects, the invention provides a method of controlling airflow in a delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) to a user of the delivery device, the method comprising moving at least two airflow limiters of the delivery device in relation to one another, wherein movement of a first airflow limiter relative to a second airflow limiter comprises a rotational movement, and the rotational movement comprises movement capable of an at least 360-degree rotation. ASPECT 337.

[0540] In aspects, the invention provides the methods of one or more of aspects 333-337, wherein the delivery device is a delivery device of any one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 and wherein the device comprises an airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) having one or more of the characteristics described in one or more of aspects 140-189. ASPECT 338.

[0541] In aspects, the invention provides a method of visually identifying an airflow control setting of delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) to a user of the delivery device, the method comprising evaluating the positioning of at least one first visual or tactile (or both visual and tactile) indicator present on an external surface of the delivery device relative to at least one second visual or tactile (or both visual and tactile) indicator present on an external surface of the delivery device, wherein the relative positioning of one visual or tactile (or both visual and tactile indicator to another indicates the status of the airflow control mechanism (airflow restrictor) present as a component of the delivery device. ASPECT 339.

[0542] In aspects, the invention provides a method of determining the spatial positioning of an internal component, not externally visible, of a delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) to a user of the delivery device, the method comprising evaluating the positioning of at least one first visual, tactile, or both visual and tactile indicator present on an external surface of the delivery device, wherein the spatial positioning of at least one visual, tactile, or both visual and tactile indicator indicates the spatial positioning of an otherwise externally invisible internal component of the delivery device. ASPECT 340.

[0543] In aspects, the invention provides a method of audibly, tacitly, visually, or audibly tactily and visually (or sub-combination(s) thereof as suitable) determining the status of an airflow control setting of a delivery device designed to deliver volatile compound(s) to a user of the delivery device, the method comprising moving at least two airflow control components (airflow limiters) present as component(s) of the delivery device in relation to one another, wherein movement of a first airflow control component (airflow limiter) relative to a second airflow control component (airflow limiter) is accompanied by an audible sound, a tactile indicator, or both, such audible sound, tactile indicator, or both, providing an indication (to the user of the delivery device) of the status of the delivery device airflow control setting, and, optionally wherein externally discernable tactile, visual, or both tactile and visual indicator(s) indicate the status of the delivery device airflow control setting. ASPECT 341.

[0544] In aspects, the invention provides one or more of the method(s) of aspects 339-341, wherein the delivery device is a delivery device of any one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304 and wherein the device comprises one or more indicator(s) described in this list of aspects. ASPECT 342.

[0545] In aspects, the invention provides a delivery device for delivering one or more volatile compounds to a user of the delivery device, wherein the delivery device comprises (1) a means for selective engagement of two or more components of the delivery device; (2) a means for delivering the volatile compound(s) to the mouth of the user (e.g., a means for suctioning air into the delivery device, such as, e.g., a means for inhalation facilitation) (user delivery means); (3) a means for protecting a user delivery means (e.g., a means for protecting a suction or an inhalation facilitation means); (4) a means for housing a means for delivering / providing volatile compounds, e.g., a means for housing an insert, e.g., means for housing a removable insert; (5) a means for stabilizing a means for delivering volatile compounds (e.g., a means for stabilizing an insert, e.g., a removable insert); (6); a means for airflow control through the delivery device; (7) a means for protecting an outer surface of the delivery device (e.g., outer shell); (8) a means for visual indicator(s) of one or more characteristic(s) of the device; (9) a means for providing a tactile indication of movement, control setting, or both; (10) a means for providing an audible indication of a movement, control setting, or both; (11) a means for delivering / providing volatile compound(s); or (12) any one, more, or all of (1)-(11). ASPECT 343.

[0546] In aspects, the invention provides the delivery device of aspect 343, wherein the delivery device has one or more of the characteristics described in one or more of aspects 1-239 and 302-304. ASPECT 344.

[0547] In aspects, the invention provides the delivery device of aspect 344, wherein the means for delivering / providing volatile compound(s) (number 11 of aspect 344) comprises one or more characteristics of one or more of aspects 240-294, 305, and 306. ASPECT 345.

[0548] In aspects, the invention provides the delivery device of one or more of aspects 343-345, wherein the device is used in any one or more of the methods described in any one or more of aspects 318-342. ASPECT 346.

[0549] In aspects, the invention provides a delivery device for delivering one or more volatile compounds to a user of the delivery device, wherein the delivery device comprises at least one or more means of fidgeting (fidgeting means). ASPECT 347.

[0550] In aspects, the invention provides the delivery device of aspect 347, wherein at least one of the one or more means of fidgeting is also a means of airflow control through the delivery device. ASPECT 348.

[0551] In aspects, the invention provides the delivery device of aspect 347, wherein at least one of the one or more means of fidgeting is also a means for selective engagement of two or more components of the delivery device. ASPECT 349.

[0552] In aspects, the invention provides the delivery device of aspect 347, wherein at least one of the one or more means of fidgeting is also a means of supporting the delivery device in combination with a device support accessory. ASPECT 350.

[0553] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-239, 302-304, and aspects 343-350, wherein the device is designed to cooperatively engage with, i.e., is designed for compatible use with, one or more accessories. ASPECT 351.

[0554] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 1-239, 302-304, and aspects 343-350, wherein the device is designed to cooperatively engage with, i.e., is designed for compatible use with, a device support unit. ASPECT 352.

[0555] In one aspect, the invention provides a device support unit suitable for supporting, e.g., storing a delivery device designed for the delivery of volatile compound(s) to a user thereof, wherein the support unit maintains the delivery device in an at least partially open (e.g., at least partially exposed) environment for quick access thereto by a user of the delivery device. ASPECT 353.

[0556] In one aspect, the invention provides the device storage / support unit of aspect 353, wherein the device support unit comprises at least one component designed to cooperatively engage with, i.e., designed for compatible use with, a delivery device capable of delivering volatile compound(s), e.g., flavored volatile compound(s), to a user of the delivery device. ASPECT 354.

[0557] In one aspect, the invention provides the device storage unit of one or more of aspects 353-354, wherein the device support unit is designed to be compatible with a delivery device having one or more characteristics described in one or more of aspects 1-239, 302-304, and aspects 343-350. ASPECT 355.

[0558] In one aspect, the invention provides the device storage / support unit of one or more of aspects 353-355, wherein the device support unit comprises a first part of an at least two part support connection mechanism, and wherein the delivery device comprises a second part of the at least two part support connection mechanism, and wherein the first and second parts of the at least two part support connection mechanism are capable of maintaining the delivery device and the device support unit in physical contact with one another. ASPECT 356.

[0559] In one aspect, the invention provides the device storage unit of aspect 356, wherein the first and second parts of the device support unit connection mechanism are releasably engageable, either directly or indirectly, with one another. ASPECT 357.

[0560] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or both of aspect 356 and aspect 357, wherein the orientation of the first and second parts of the support connection mechanism within the device support unit and the delivery device, respectively, are configured, e.g., oriented, such that the spatial orientation of the delivery device on, within, about, or otherwise relative to the device support unit when the first and second parts of the support connection mechanism are engaged is at least essentially the same during any period(s) of storage or placement of the delivery device using the device support unit. ASPECT 358.

[0561] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-358, wherein the device support unit does not comprise a component which (1) attracts the delivery device to the device support unit; (2) physically connects or attaches the delivery device to the device support unit; or which otherwise (3) engages the delivery device in a manner requiring a significant force for detaching the delivery device from the device support unit. ASPECT 359.

[0562] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of aspect 359, wherein the device support unit provides a non-attractive mating component for one or more component(s) or feature(s) of a delivery device. ASPECT 360.

[0563] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 359 and aspect 360, wherein the delivery device is maintained on, in, or otherwise about the device support unit during a storage or placement period by force of gravity. ASPECT 361.

[0564] In one aspect, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 359-361, wherein the device support unit is characterizable as a cradle or plate. ASPECT 362.

[0565] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-358, wherein the device support unit comprises a component of a multi-component support connection mechanism, which (1) attracts the delivery device to the device support unit; (2) physically connects or attaches the delivery device to the device support unit; or which otherwise (3) engages the delivery device in a manner requiring detectably or significantly more force for removing the delivery device from the device support unit than would be required to simply lift the delivery device from the device support unit if such a component were absent. ASPECT 363.

[0566] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 363, wherein the device support unit is characterizable as a stand suitable for placement upon a shelf, table, counter, or other common household or commercial surface and which is designed to maintain the delivery device it stores off of / away from the shelf, table, counter, or other common household or commercial surface upon which the device support unit is placed. ASPECT 364.

[0567] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or both of aspect 363 and aspect 364, wherein the engagement of the delivery device to the device support unit is a magnetic engagement. ASPECT 365.

[0568] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 365, wherein the device support unit is designed to store a delivery device having one or more of the characteristics described in one or more of aspects 1-239, 302-304, and aspects 343-350, and further having one or more of the characteristics described in one or more of aspects 61-73. ASPECT 366.

[0569] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or both of aspect 365 and aspect 366, wherein the device support unit and the delivery device to be maintained by the device support unit each comprise a magnet, and wherein the magnet orientation (e.g., with regard to polar orientation) within the device support unit and the magnet orientation (e.g., with regard to polar orientation) within the delivery device are such that the spatial orientation of the delivery device when stored by the device stage unit is predictable. ASPECT 367.

[0570] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 365-367, wherein the device support unit comprises a delivery device reception component, wherein the surface of the delivery device reception component for receiving the delivery device is not flat. ASPECT 368.

[0571] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 368, wherein the surface of the delivery device reception component is arced (e.g., comprises a detectably or significantly domed shape). ASPECT 369.

[0572] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or both of aspect 368 and aspect 369, wherein the delivery device reception component of the device support unit is positioned at an angle relative to the surface upon which the device support unit is placed. ASPECT 370.

[0573] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or both of aspect 369 and aspect 370, wherein the center of gravity of the delivery device, when the delivery device is placed on the delivery device reception component of the device support unit, forces the device to assume a position wherein the end of the delivery device to which the center of gravity is the closest points downward, e.g., points toward the lower end of the angled delivery device reception component of the device support unit. ASPECT 371.

[0574] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 363-371, wherein the device support unit comprises a device reception component which has a circular shape or an elliptical shape, and wherein the device reception component comprises a surface for receiving a delivery device which is curved, i.e., domed. ASPECT 372.

[0575] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 363-372, wherein the device support unit comprises a device reception component comprising a natural material such as, e.g., wood or a wood veneer. ASPECT 373.

[0576] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 363-372, wherein the device support unit comprises a device reception component comprising a synthetic material such as, e.g., a plastic. ASPECT 373.

[0577] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 363-374, wherein the device support unit comprises a device support unit base. ASPECT 375.

[0578] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 375, wherein the device support unit base which is circular or elliptical in shape (e.g., has a circular or elliptical footprint). ASPECT 376.

[0579] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or both of aspect 375 and aspect 376, wherein the device support unit base of the device support unit comprises a natural material such as, e.g., wood, a metallic material such as, e.g., stainless steel, or both. ASPECT 377.

[0580] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 375-377, wherein the device support unit comprises a connection component for connecting the device reception component to the device support unit base. ASPECT 378.

[0581] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 378, wherein the device support unit base comprises an access component, e.g., a hole or opening, designed for accessing the connection component. ASPECT 379.

[0582] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 375-379, wherein the device support unit base comprises a reception component for maintaining a component participating in the connection of the device support unit to a delivery device. ASPECT 380.

[0583] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 380, wherein the reception component is a component configured to hold a magnet. ASPECT 381.

[0584] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 375-381, wherein the device support unit comprises a component interfacing with the surface upon which the device support unit is placed, wherein the component detectable or significantly protects the device support unit from scratching the surface upon which the device support unit is placed, detectably or significantly prevents the device support unit from unintentionally moving, e.g., sliding, upon the surface on which the device support unit is placed, or both. ASPECT 382.

[0585] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 352-382, wherein the device support unit comprises any one or more of the features visible in FIGS. 26A-26D, 27A, 27B, 28A, 28B, 29A, 29B, 30, 31A-31C, 32A-32C, 33, 34, and 35A-35D or any one or more features interpretable by one of skill in the art as being present according to FIGS. 26A-26D, 27A, 27B, 28A, 28B, 29A, 29B, 30, 31A-31C, 32A-32C, 33, 34, and 35A-35D. ASPECT 383.

[0586] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-383, wherein the device support unit weighs between about 100 g and about 200 g. ASPECT 384.

[0587] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 384, wherein the device support unit weighs between about 125 g and about 150 g. ASPECT 385.

[0588] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of aspect 385, wherein the device support unit weighs between about 140 g and about 160 g. ASPECT 386.

[0589] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-386, wherein the weight of the device support unit is between about 150% and about 200% greater than that of the delivery device which it stores (e.g., than that of the delivery device comprising a cooperating connection component to a connection component present on or within the device support unit). ASPECT 387.

[0590] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-387, wherein the weight of the device support unit is between about 160% and about 195% greater than that of the delivery device which it stores (e.g., than that of the delivery device comprising a cooperating connection component to a connection component present on or within the device support unit). ASPECT 388.

[0591] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-388, wherein the ratio of the weight of the device support unit to the delivery device which it stores (e.g., to the delivery device comprising a cooperating connection component to a connection component present on or within the device support unit) is between about 1:1 and about 7:1. ASPECT 389.

[0592] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-389, wherein the ratio of the weight of the device support unit to the delivery device which it stores (e.g., to the delivery device comprising a cooperating connection component to a connection component present on or within the device support unit) is between about 1.2:1 and about 3.3:1. ASPECT 390.

[0593] In one aspect, the invention provides the device support unit of one or more of aspects 353-390, wherein the ratio of the weight of the device support unit to the delivery device which it stores (e.g., to the delivery device comprising a cooperating connection component to a connection component present on or within the device support unit) is between about 2:1 and about 3:1. ASPECT 391.

[0594] In aspects, the invention provides an unpowered, handheld device (commonly referred to herein as a delivery device), (e.g., (20), (100)) for delivering volatile flavored compounds to the mouth of an individual, the device comprising: (1) a body component (commonly referred to herein as a volatile compound outlet component (e.g., (201)) comprising (a) a mouthpiece component (e.g., (301)) comprising (I) a mouthpiece component outer surface (e.g., (607)) that is mostly or entirely composed of a metallic material, (II) a mouthpiece component inner surface (e.g., (609)) that is mostly or entirely composed of a metallic material, (III) a mouthpiece component outlet (e.g., (14)), (IV) a mouthpiece component inlet (e.g., within mouthpiece component second end (606)), and (V) a mouthpiece component airflow channel (e.g., (604)) positioned between the mouthpiece component inlet and mouthpiece component outlet, and (b) a body tube component (e.g., (402)) comprising (I) a tube-forming wall (e.g., (1013)), that is composed of a metallic material, (II) a body tube inlet (e.g., (1004)), (III) a body tube outlet (e.g., (1002)), (IV) a body tube airflow channel (e.g., (1024)) positioned between the body tube inlet and the body tube outlet, wherein the body tube airflow channel is in airflow communication with the mouthpiece component airflow channel, and (V) an insert compartment (e.g., (1022)) comprising (A) an insert compartment first end (e.g., (1025)) positioned proximally to the body tube inlet where the tube-forming wall forms a complete tubular structure around the insert compartment first end, (B) an insert compartment second end (e.g., (1027)) positioned proximally to the body tube outlet where the tube-forming wall forms a complete tubular structure around the insert compartment second end, and (C) a central area (e.g., (1030)) positioned between the insert compartment first end and second end, wherein the central area of the insert compartment is positioned within a portion of the body tube wherein the body tube wall does not form a complete tubular structure so as to form an insert compartment opening in the body tube wall, (2) a barrel component (commonly referred to herein as a mating component) (e.g., (202), (1308)) that selectively releasably engages the body component to form the device, the barrel component comprising (a) a barrel component outer surface (commonly referred to herein as an exterior or outer shell) that is composed of wood or other porous organic material, (b) an engagement end (e.g., (1702)) that comprises a barrel component engagement end opening (e.g., (1703)), (c) a barrel component inlet end (e.g., (1704)) that comprises a barrel component inlet end opening (e.g., (1705)), and (d) a barrel component channel (e.g., (1713)) which is positioned between barrel component engagement end opening and the barrel component inlet end opening, wherein when the barrel component and the body component are engaged, the body tube component is positioned within the barrel component channel, the body tube inlet is positioned within the barrel component inlet end opening, and the barrel component covers the insert compartment opening forming an enclosed continuous interior airflow channel (e.g., a total air channel (e.g., (203)) that is positioned between and permits airflow between the body tube inlet and the mouthpiece component outlet. ASPECT 392.

[0595] In aspects, the invention provides the device of aspect 392, wherein the opening to the enclosed continuous interior airflow channel is at least about 25% blocked by one or more components of the device. ASPECT 393.

[0596] In aspects, the invention provides the device of one or both of aspect 392 and aspect 393, wherein the engagement of the barrel component and the body component allows for the rotation of the barrel component and the body component relative to one another while the barrel component and body component are in contact. ASPECT 394.

[0597] In aspects, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 392-394, wherein the outer surface of the barrel component is longer than the outer surface of the mouthpiece component. ASPECT 395.

[0598] In aspects, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 392-395, wherein the mouthpiece component comprises two separate reduced diameter areas (e.g., (601), (602)), each reduced diameter area having a first end and a second end (e.g., (570) and (580), ((590) and (600)), that are each positioned between the mouthpiece component inlet and the mouthpiece component outlet, each of the reduced diameter areas having an outer diameter at their narrowest point that is between about 45% and about 85% of that of the maximum outer diameter of the mouthpiece component. ASPECT 396.

[0599] In aspects, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 392-396, wherein the outer surface of the mouthpiece component comprises a grooved area (e.g., (603)) located near an end of one of the two reduced diameter areas. ASPECT 397.

[0600] In aspects, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 392-397, wherein the metallic material of the mouthpiece component is stainless steel. ASPECT 398.

[0601] In aspects, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 392-398, wherein between about 40% and about 75% of the perimeter of the tube-forming wall is missing at the insert compartment opening. ASPECT 399.

[0602] In aspects, the invention provides the device of one or more of aspects 392-398, wherein the body tube component comprises a body tube airflow channel component (e.g., which as exemplified herein could be, e.g., an insert positioner (e.g., (504), (506)), which comprises a reduced inner diameter compared to the diameter of the insert compartment and allows airflow communication between the insert compartment and the mouthpiece component airflow channel. ASPECT 400.

[0603] In aspects, the invention provides a system comprising (1) the device of any device aspect described herein, e.g., one or more of aspects 392-400, and (2) a solid material device capable of maintaining, releasing, or maintaining and releasing volatile compound(s), e.g., a removable insert, e.g., a removable insert described herein (e.g., (1800)) that (a) is sized to fit within the insert compartment and (b) comprises flavored volatile compounds. ASPECT 401.

[0604] In aspects, the invention provides an unpowered, handheld device for delivering one or more volatile flavored compounds to the mouth of an individual comprising: (1) an airflow inlet that permits air to flow into the device, (2) a volatile compound outlet component that comprises a mouthpiece comprising an airflow outlet (or a mouthpiece component outlet) that allows air containing one or more volatile compounds released from the device to be delivered to the mouth of the individual, (3) a volatile compound composition storage component that, when a volatile compound composition is inserted into the device, stores the volatile compound composition until the volatile compound composition is removed from the device, (4) an enclosed airflow pathway positioned within the interior of the device that permits air to flow between the airflow inlet, the volatile compound composition storage component, and the volatile compound outlet component without permitting the release of more than 10% of the volatile compounds from the device before reaching the outlet while a user applies oral suction to the device, and (5) a selectable airflow restriction component, wherein when the individual selects an airflow restriction component setting, such selection reduces or increases airflow into, out of, or within the device. ASPECT 402.

[0605] In aspects, the invention provides the device of aspect 402, wherein the volatile compound storage component is at least partially composed of a material that is impervious to the volatile compound composition. ASPECT 403.

[0606] In aspects, the invention provides the device of aspect 403, wherein the airflow restriction component is positioned at or downstream of the airflow inlet and upstream of the volatile compound composition storage component. ASPECT 404.

[0607] In aspects, the invention provides the device of aspect 402, wherein the airflow restriction component is positioned at or downstream of the airflow inlet and upstream of the volatile compound composition storage component. ASPECT 405.

[0608] In aspects, the invention provides the device of aspect 404, wherein the airflow restriction component is placed at the airflow inlet and controls the amount of air entering the device. ASPECT 406.

[0609] In aspects, the invention provides the device of aspect 402, wherein the airflow restriction component is placed at the airflow inlet and controls the amount of air entering the device. ASPECT 407.

[0610] In aspects,...

Claims

1. A non-electronic, handheld device for delivering one or more volatile flavored compounds to the mouth of an individual, the device having a total length and comprising two releasably engageable components, each of the two releasably engageable components having an external portion, the length of the two external portions making up the total length of the device, the two releasably engageable components comprising(1) a first releasably engageable component comprising (a) a length, (b) an internal portion comprising a component for maintaining the one or more volatile flavored compounds, (c) an external portion comprising (i) an airflow outlet, (ii) a width comprising a maximum width, and (iii) at least two reduced width areas that are separately positioned along the length, each of the at least two reduced width areas having a minimum width that is between about 50% and about 80% as wide as the maximum width of the external portion, wherein the external portion of the first releasably engageable component makes up between about 30% and about 70% of the total length of the device,(2) a second releasably engageable component (a) that comprises an airflow inlet and (b) covers the interior portion of the first releasably engageable component when the first releasably engageable component engages the second releasable engageable component, and(3) an airflow pathway passing from the airflow inlet to the airflow outlet.

2. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 1, wherein air entering the airflow inlet of the second releasably engageable component is from a direction in line with the airflow pathway passing from the airflow inlet to the airflow outlet.

3. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 1, wherein the airflow outlet of the first releasably engageable is selectively openable and selectively closable.

4. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 2, wherein the airflow outlet of the first releasably engageable is selectively openable and selectively closable.

5. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 1, wherein the first releasably engageable component comprising the airflow outlet and the second releasably engageable component comprising the airflow inlet are releasably engageable by a magnetic engagement mechanism.

5. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 4, wherein the first releasably engageable component comprising the airflow outlet and the second releasably engageable component comprising the airflow inlet are releasably engageable by a magnetic engagement mechanism.

6. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 1, wherein the minimum width of at least one of the at least two reduced width areas of the first external component is positioned within the central 70% of the total length of the device, and wherein the total length of the device is the distance between the airflow inlet and the airflow outlet when the non-electronic, handheld device is fully assembled.

7. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 5, wherein the minimum width of at least one of the at least two reduced width areas of the first external component is positioned within the central 70% of the total length of the device, and wherein the total length of the device is the distance between the airflow inlet and the airflow outlet when the non-electronic, handheld device is fully assembled.

8. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 6, wherein at least one of the at least two reduced width areas of the first external component comprises an hourglass shape.

9. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 7, wherein at least one of the at least two reduced width areas of the first external component comprises an hourglass shape.

10. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 9, wherein at least about two-thirds of the first releasably engageable component comprising the airflow outlet is composed of one or more first materials and at least about two-thirds of the second releasably engageable component comprising the airflow inlet is composed of one or more second materials, wherein the first and second materials are detectably or significantly different from one another.

11. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 10, wherein the first material is impermeable to moisture, and the second material is at least about 50% less dense than the first material.

12. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 11, wherein the first material is a metallic material, and the second material is wood.

13. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 1, wherein at least about two-thirds of the first releasably engageable component comprising the airflow outlet is composed of one or more first materials and at least about two-thirds of the second releasably engageable component comprising the airflow inlet is composed of one or more second materials, wherein the first and second materials are detectably or significantly different from one another.

14. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 13, wherein the first material is impermeable to moisture, and the second material is at least about 50% less dense than the first material.

15. The non-electronic, handheld device of claim 14, wherein the first material is a metallic material, and the second material is wood.

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