Pod system for electronic smoking devices

Abstract

The embodiments disclose a system for smoking consumable materials including a master smart battery configured to detect an inserted pod designed for a consumable material type and automatically adjust power and display settings, wherein the master smart battery is further configured with a heating function for warming up the pod before use, a plurality of consumable material pods including a flower pod, a concentrate pod, and an oil pod coupled to the master smart battery configured to electrically connect to the master smart battery for transmitting power between the pod and the master smart battery, wherein the smoking consumable materials include flower, concentrates, and CBD hemp oil, a universal cartridge adapter pod configured to connect to standard threaded cartridges, and an information screen coupled to the master smart battery configured to display pod-specific information.

Description

BACKGROUND

[0001] There are numerous devices for people to smoke various products. Multiple components are used to produce the smoking experience. Many are bulky, complex to set up and use, and inconvenient to carry personally. This creates an inconvenience and detracts from the smoking experience.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0002] FIG. 1 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a material vaporization pod of one embodiment.

[0003] FIG. 2 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a universal cartridge adapter of one embodiment.

[0004] FIG. 3 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a specialty pod application of one embodiment.

[0005] FIG. 4 shows a block diagram of an overview flow chart of the pod system of one embodiment.

[0006] FIG. 5 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a concentrate pod system of one embodiment.

[0007] FIG. 6A shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a master smart battery bottom view of one embodiment.

[0008] FIG. 6B shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a master smart battery side view of one embodiment.

[0009] FIG. 6C shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a master smart battery top view of one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 7A shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a perspective illustration of the draw end of a flower pod inserted into the master smart battery of one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 7B shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a perspective illustration of the recharging port at the end of the master smart battery of one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 8 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a flower pod system of one embodiment.

[0013] FIG. 9 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a material vaporization pod system of one embodiment.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0014] In the following description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and which are shown by way of illustration a specific example in which the invention may be practiced. It is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and structural changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention.

[0015] It should be noted that the descriptions that follow, for example, in terms of a pod system are described for illustrative purposes and the underlying system can apply to any number and multiple types of smoking materials. In one embodiment of the present invention, the pod system can be configured using pods. The pod system can be configured to include a flower pod and can be configured to include a concentrate pod using the present invention.

[0016] FIG. 1 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a material vaporization pod of one embodiment. FIG. 1 shows a material vaporization pod 100 including a heating chamber with power controlled by master smart battery 102. An electrical connection 110 connects the material vaporization pod 100 to a master smart battery 120 to power the material vaporization pod 100 and to power the vaporization of a consumable material. The master smart battery 120 includes a smart temperature detection 122 device that measures the temperature of the heating chamber. The smart temperature detection 122 device makes any temperature adjustments based on actual temperatures. A power throttling 124 controls and regulates the heating temperature for the vaporization of a consumable material based on the smart temperature detection 122 device readings. The power throttling 124 regulates the temperatures to vaporize consumable materials at optimal temperatures without heating the exterior of the pod.

[0017] The master smart battery 120 includes an information screen 126 to display pod-specific information to the user. The information screen 126 coupled with the master smart battery 120 housing displays information including temperature, power level, and pod type. The master smart battery 120 regulates heating consumable materials at predetermined temperatures based on the pod type. In one embodiment, the information screen 126 is a touch screen to allow a user to scroll through the pod-specific information. The master smart battery 120 includes button settings 128 obtained in the specialty pod detection to facilitate the use of the pod.

[0018] In one embodiment, a voice recognition system can be integrated with the master smart battery 120 that utilizes an embedded microphone and speaker to facilitate hands-free operation. This system can be interconnected with a smartphone application, enabling users to issue voice commands for controlling various operational functions, such as adjusting temperature settings, powering the device on or off, and managing additional configurable features. The voice recognition system processes the user commands and transmits them to the master smart battery, which executes the corresponding operations. Furthermore, the system provides feedback via audible responses or by displaying real-time information, such as battery status or temperature settings, on the device's information display screen 126, thereby enhancing user convenience and operational efficiency.

[0019] The master smart battery 120 warmup pre-heat functions 130 perform the operations of the settings related to the warmup for predetermined durations. A specialty pod detection 132 feature includes inquiries to a master smart battery 120 memory device to identify the pod and also check the predetermined settings for completeness and accuracy.

[0020] A wireless connection to app 134 coupled to the master smart battery 120 provides feedback to the user on the heating of consumable materials and other aspects of the vaporization processes. The charging port for recharge or data transfer 140 allows data to be extracted and loaded for the master smart battery 120 settings.

[0021] The master smart battery 120 includes a memory device and a processor to store data and identify a pod type being connected. The recharging process in differing embodiments may include wireless energy transfer. A power source including AC and DC voltage sources may be used to recharge the master smart battery 120 of one embodiment.

[0022] The temperature regulation includes warmup pre-heat functions 130 at temperatures and durations based on the data from the detection of the pod type. A specialty pod detection 132 system of the master smart battery 120 detects the predetermined settings parameters that include predetermined temperatures and durations at each temperature. A wireless connection to an app 134 transmits pod status to a user's mobile device specialty pod application to display information including temperatures of one embodiment.

[0023] FIG. 2 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a universal cartridge adapter of one embodiment. FIG. 2 shows a cartridge 200 connected to a universal cartridge adapter 210 including heating power controlled by a master smart battery 212. An electrical connection 110 connects the universal cartridge adapter 210 to a master smart battery 120 to power the cartridge 200 to power the vaporization of a consumable material. The master smart battery 120 includes a smart temperature detection 122 device that measures the temperature of the heating chamber. The smart temperature detection 122 device makes any temperature adjustments based on actual temperatures. A power throttling 124 controls and regulates the heating temperature for the vaporization of a consumable material. The power throttling 124 regulates the temperatures to vaporize consumable materials at reduced temperatures without heating the exterior of the pod. A power throttling 124 controls and regulates the heating temperature based on the smart temperature detection 122 device readings.

[0024] The master smart battery 120 includes an information screen 126 to display pod-specific information to the user. The information screen 126 displays information including temperature, power level, and pod type. The master smart battery 120 regulates heating consumable materials at predetermined temperatures based on the pod type. In one embodiment, the information screen 126 is a touch screen to allow a user to scroll through the pod-specific information.

[0025] The master smart battery 120 includes button settings 128 obtained in the specialty pod detection to facilitate the use of the pod. The master smart battery 120 warmup pre-heat functions 130 perform the operations of the settings related to the warmup for predetermined durations. A specialty pod detection 132 feature includes inquiries to a master smart battery 120 memory device to identify the pod and also check the predetermined settings for completeness and accuracy.

[0026] A wireless connection to an app 134 coupled to the master smart battery 120 provides feedback to the user on the heating of consumable materials and other aspects of the vaporization processes. The charging port for recharge or data transfer 140 allows data to be extracted and loaded for the master smart battery 120 settings.

[0027] The master smart battery 120 includes a memory device and a processor to store data and identify a pod type being connected. The recharging process, in differing embodiments, may include wireless energy transfer. A power source including AC and DC voltage sources may be used to recharge the master smart battery 120 of one embodiment.

[0028] The temperature regulation includes warmup pre-heat functions 130 at temperatures and durations based on the data from the detection of the pod type. A specialty pod detection 132 system of the master smart battery 120 detects the predetermined settings parameters that include predetermined temperatures and durations at each temperature. A wireless connection to an app 134 transmits pod status to a user's mobile device specialty pod application to display information including temperatures of one embodiment. In one embodiment, the universal cartridge adapter 210 connects to a cartridge. The universal cartridge adapter 200 is coupled to the master smart battery to power the cartridge 200 through the universal cartridge adapter 210. The master smart battery provides the power to ensure optimal temperatures are reached by the pod systems to smoke or vape the desired materials of one embodiment.

[0029] FIG. 3 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a specialty pod application of one embodiment. FIG. 3 shows the master smart battery 120 using an electrical connection 110 to connect to and provide heating power to a material vaporization pod 100. The user may receive specialty pod information from the information screen 126 via cellular service 350 in the area where cellular service is available and in remote areas via satellite service 360 using the wireless connection to the app 134. The user's mobile device 300 having the specialty pod application 310 will receive information including temperature 320, power level 330, and pod type 340 and it will be displayed on the user's mobile device 300 screen of one embodiment.

[0030] FIG. 4 shows a block diagram of an overview flow chart of the pod system of one embodiment. FIG. 4 shows connecting a material vaporization pod to a master smart battery with an electrical connection 400. The pod system features include detecting the pod type when connected to the master smart battery 410. The detection of the pod type loads setting for a predetermined warm-up and heating data. Warming up the material vaporization pod using the warmup pre-heat functions of the master smart battery 420. The master smart battery power is used for heating consumable materials to vaporize the consumable materials for inhaling by the user 430. The settings are used for regulating the heating temperature using smart temperature detection and power throttling features of the master smart battery 440. The user is informed of the status by transmitting material vaporization pod information from the master smart battery to the user via a wireless connection to a user's mobile device having a specialty pod application 450. The specialty pod application uses the user's mobile device screen for displaying the material vaporization pod information on the user's mobile device screen and, in one embodiment, broadcasts the information audibly to the user 460.

[0031] FIG. 5 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a concentrate pod system of one embodiment. FIG. 5 shows a concentrate pod 500. The pod case 500 is used for vaping consumable materials. The concentrate pod 500 includes a heating chamber 540 where the consumable material is heated with a heating element 542 to vaporize for vaping.

[0032] In one embodiment the concentrate pod 500 heating chamber 540 is removable for cleaning and replacement. In this embodiment, the heating chamber includes at least one surrounding heating element 542. The at least one surrounding heating element 542 is powered by power transmitted to the at least one surrounding heating element 542 through an electrical connection 110 from the master smart battery 120. The at least one surrounding heating element 542 includes an upper tip with a filter.

[0033] A master smart battery 120 powers the heating of the consumable materials. A smart temperature detection 122, power throttling 124, and warm-up preheat functions 130 of the master smart battery 120 detect what pod type is being inserted.

[0034] Predetermined heating temperatures and other settings that regulate the power level sent to the heating element for warm-up and heating. The smart temperature detection 122, power throttling 124, and warm-up preheat functions 130 regulate the power to the heating element to vaporize the consumable material at reduced temperatures to prevent overheating of the exterior of the pod.

[0035] The concentrate pod 500 includes an inverted heating element. The concentrate pod 500 includes an inverted heating element to heat and vaporize concentrate. The inverted heating element is powered by power transmitted to the concentrate pod 500 through an electrical connection from the master smart battery.

[0036] Optimal temperatures are reached by the concentrate pod 500 to vape the desired materials. Other considerations are the size of the equipment, convenience of use, and cleaning of the equipment after use. The concentrate pod 500 offers a solution to users for convenience, size, use, and cleaning.

[0037] The concentrate pod 500 includes an efficient dabbing experience. The concentrate pod 500 uses an inverted heating core. The concentrate pod 500 ensures direct contact of concentrate within a leak-proof, removable chamber. The removable chamber prevents messy leaks, ensures easy cleaning, and eliminates the risk of concentrate spitting up into the user's mouth. A V2 concentrate pod uses an open metal chamber to heat the material. The concentrate includes a tip which includes a chamber for collecting excess material that comes up through the heating element and air channel of one embodiment.

[0038] A plurality of specialty pod types includes, for example, a pod device for flowers, a pre-filled pod device, a pod device for concentrates and wax, and a universal cartridge adapter. In one embodiment, the system for smoking or vaping consumable materials includes a master smart battery 120 configured to detect an inserted pod consumable material type and automatically adjust power and display settings. A plurality of consumable material pods coupled to the master smart battery 120 is configured to electrically connect to the master smart battery 120. Smoking comprises dried herbs and consumable materials, and vaping includes concentrates. A universal cartridge adapter 210 of FIG. 2 is inserted into the master smart battery and a cartridge is coupled to the universal cartridge adapter to use the plurality of consumable material pods configured to connect to cartridges. An information screen 126 of FIG. 1 coupled to the master smart battery 120 is configured to display pod-specific information.

[0039] The plurality of consumable material pods includes at least one flower pod, a universal adapter pod 210 of FIG. 2, and a concentrate pod. The concentrate pod includes a two-part design having a top section with a mouthpiece 502 and a liquid-catching chamber, pad, and / or filter to prevent solid or liquid material from reaching the user's mouth. Also having an inverted heating tip mechanism with a porous crystal heating element and embedded heating coils that make contact with the concentrate material. The concentrate pod has a removable chamber for cleaning.

[0040] The flower pod includes a mouthpiece 502 with a built-in filter including layers for preventing flower particles from entering the user's mouth. A chamber surrounded by heating wire and insulation wherein the heating system automatically throttles power when the material reaches the appropriate temperature. The flower pod is configured to include a warm-up heating function for optimal vaporization. The universal adapter pod is further configured to electrically connect to the master smart battery 120, receiving power, and displaying relevant information on a master smart battery's information screen 126.

[0041] In one embodiment, the pod system includes a master smart battery 120 configured to detect a pod type and automatically adjusts power settings based on the detected pod type. A master smart battery 120 heating function is configured to warm up the pod before use and is activated using a button on the master smart battery 120. A plurality of pod types are configured having at least one electrical master smart battery 120 electrical connection 110 of FIG. 1 to transmit power between the pod and the master smart battery 120. The pod system includes a heating element coupled to the master smart battery 120 to heat consumable materials.

[0042] A removable chamber coupled to a pod is configured to prevent messy leaks, ensure easy cleaning, and eliminate the risk of concentrate spitting up into the user's mouth. The pod system also includes an information screen 126 user interface coupled to the master smart battery 120 configured to display pod-specific information including power and heat settings. A smart temperature detection 122, power throttling 124, and warmup preheat functions 130 coupled to the master smart battery 120 regulates heating of the at least one consumable material using reduced heat to vaporize the material without heating the exterior of the pod.

[0043] In one embodiment, a concentrate pod includes a master smart battery 120 coupled to the concentrate pod configured to power a heating element. The concentrate pod includes a top section including a mouthpiece 502, a liquid-catching chamber configured to trap any liquefied concentrate to prevent it from entering the user's mouth during inhalation. The concentrate pod 500 also includes a top section configured to house concentrate material.

[0044] The top section includes a novel inverted heating tip mechanism including a porous crystal heating element, a heating element embedded within the porous crystal, and a heating tip designed to dip into the concentrate material to facilitate even heating and vaporization. An electrical connection 110 coupled between the top section and the bottom section, is configured to transmit power from the master smart battery 120 to the heating elements and is further configured to securely attach and detach the two sections.

[0045] A removable chamber within the bottom section allows for easy removal and cleaning. A heating system with a warmup preheat function 130, configured to preheat the concentrate material prior to inhalation. The concentrate pod also includes the liquid-catching chamber in the top section designed with baffles or other structures to increase surface area for preventing liquid from reaching the mouthpiece 502.

[0046] The porous crystal heating element is made of a material that is resistant to thermal degradation and provides efficient heat transfer to the concentrate material, promoting uniform vaporization. The inverted heating tip mechanism is configured to prevent concentrate material from splattering during vaporization and further configured to ensure full contact between the porous crystal and the concentrate material for maximum vapor production.

[0047] The heating elements embedded within the porous crystal are configured to operate at variable temperatures controlled by the master smart battery 120, with the capability to automatically adjust based on pre-programmed settings. The electrical connection 110 between the top and bottom sections also includes electrical contacts for transmitting power from the master smart battery 120 to the heating elements when the pod is assembled.

[0048] The devices used in this invention include a sensor system of wired and wireless sensors including at least one sensor from a group including vision and imaging sensors, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, particle sensors, metal sensors, level sensors, leak sensors, humidity sensors, gas and chemical sensors, flow sensors, electrical sensors, vital signs sensors including body temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation. Wherein the sensors may be embedded in another object or device. The sensors may be configured as a wearable or attachable to an object or person to monitor. A monitoring processor configured to wirelessly receive sensor data.

[0049] A temperature sensor coupled to the pod system is configured to provide real-time feedback to the master smart battery 120 for adjusting the power output to maintain optimal vaporization temperature. In another embodiment, current feedback to the master smart battery provides voltage, and other electrical characteristics are used to determine power output and temperature.

[0050] The removable chamber is configured to withstand high temperatures during vaporization and is further configured to be easily cleaned or replaced after prolonged use. The warmup preheat function 130 is activated with a button on the master smart battery 120 when the pod is connected to the master smart battery 120 with a charging port for recharge or data transfer 140.

[0051] FIG. 6A shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a master smart battery bottom view of one embodiment. FIG. 6A shows the master smart battery 120 in three views. A master smart battery 120 bottom view shows a charging port for recharge or data transfer 140. Also showing is the information screen 126 to display pod information.

[0052] FIG. 6B shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a master smart battery side view of one embodiment. FIG. 6B shows the master smart battery 120 side view that illustrates the thin fabrication for easy handling. Also showing is the pod insertion end 600 opposite the terminus with the charging port for recharge or data transfer 140 of FIG. 1.

[0053] FIG. 6C shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a master smart battery top view of one embodiment. FIG. 6C shows the master smart battery 120 top view which shows the on / off switch 622. The user may insert flower material into the chamber. The next step is to close the pod and begin heating. Once the pod reaches the desired temperature the user can inhale as desired.

[0054] FIG. 7A shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a perspective illustration of the draw end of a flower pod inserted into the master smart battery of one embodiment. FIG. 7A shows a pod inserted into the master smart battery 120. The master smart battery 120 includes an on / off button 622. The rounded edges 710 of the pod making it easy to handle. The mouthpiece 502 is also rounded for a comfortable feel in the mouth when inhaling through the draw 700 of one embodiment.

[0055] FIG. 7B shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a perspective illustration of the recharging port at the end of the master smart battery of one embodiment. FIG. 7B shows the rounded edges of the bottom of the master smart battery 120 making it comfortable to handle. Also showing is the charging port for recharge or data transfer 140 to recharge the master smart battery 120 of one embodiment. The master smart battery 120 includes an on / off button 622. In one embodiment, the charging port for recharge or data transfer 140 includes a USB Type-C charging connection. In one embodiment, the recharging of the master smart battery includes wireless (inductive) charging using electromagnetic fields to transfer power between a charging pad and the master smart battery. In another embodiment, the recharging of the master smart battery includes a fast-charging system connected through the charging port for recharge or data transfer 140. The mouthpiece 502 is also rounded for a comfortable feel in the mouth when inhaling through the draw 700 of one embodiment.

[0056] The proprietary master smart battery 120 delivers power to the pods instantly and efficiently, without excessive heating of the device's exterior. The heating chamber efficiently vaporizes 1 g of dried herbs. Inserting the flower into the chamber is simple and easy. The master smart battery 120 provides real-time information on power, temperature, and readiness, making on-the-go flower enjoyment simple and convenient. The compact design fits easily in the smallest pockets and clutch purses.

[0057] The concentrate pod 500 of FIG. 5 offers an efficient dabbing experience. Using high-grade materials and an inverted heating tip, the concentrate pod 500 ensures direct contact with up to 1 g of concentrate within a leak-proof, removable chamber. This prevents messy leaks, ensures easy cleaning, and eliminates the risk of concentrate spitting up into a user's mouth. The pods include a free universal cartridge adapter 210 of FIG. 2 that allows users to pair any cartridge with the device. This ensures a smart heating experience, delivering proper power to avoid burning and maximize the efficacy of any cartridge.

[0058] FIG. 8 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a flower pod system of one embodiment. FIG. 8 shows a flower pod 800. The flower pod 800 is used to smoke dried herbs through into a filter 810. The dried herbs are heated in a dried herbs heating chamber 820 with surrounding heating elements 830 by power transmitted to the flower pod 800 through an electrical connection 110 from the master smart battery 120. The master smart battery 120 provides pod-specific information, making on-the-go flower enjoyment simple and convenient. Optimal temperatures are reached by the flower pod 800 to smoke the desired materials. Other considerations are the size of the equipment, convenience of use, and cleaning of the equipment after use. The flower pod 800 offers a solution to users for convenience, size, use, and cleaning of one embodiment.

[0059] The flower pod 800 includes a mouthpiece 110 with a built-in filter including layers for preventing flower particles from entering the user's mouth. A chamber surrounded by heating wire and insulation wherein the heating system automatically throttles power when the material reaches the appropriate temperature. The flower pod 800 is configured to include a dried herbs heating chamber 820 warm-up heating cycle controlled with the warmup preheat functions 130 of the master smart battery 120 for optimal vaporization.

[0060] A master smart battery 120 powers the heating of the dried herbs. A smart temperature detection 122, power throttling 124, and warmup preheat functions 130 of the master smart battery 120 detect what pod type is being inserted. Predetermined heating temperatures and other settings that regulate the power level sent to the heating element for warm-up and heating. The smart temperature detection 122, power throttling 124, and warmup preheat functions 130 regulate the power to the heating elements 830 to vaporize the dried herbs at reduced temperatures to prevent overheating of the exterior of the pod. The recharging port for recharging or data transfer 140 at the end of the master smart battery 120 is used to recharge the master smart battery 120 and in one embodiment for inputting data related to the pods and operating settings. The power throttling 124 heats the dried herbs at optimal temperatures of one embodiment.

[0061] FIG. 9 shows a block diagram of an overview example of a material vaporization pod system of one embodiment. FIG. 9 shows the information screen 126 to display pod information. For example, the material vaporization pod 900 transmits information related to the material vaporization pod 900 to the information screen 126 to inform the user of the specific pod installed. The material vaporization pod 900 at the top section includes the mouthpiece 502. The material vaporization pod 900 allows the user to draw vapor through a filter 810 to prevent solid or liquid material from reaching the user's mouth.

[0062] The removable heating chamber 930 with internal heating elements 920 wherein power is transmitted to the material vaporization pod 900 through an electrical connection 110 from the master smart battery 120. The master smart battery 120 provides pod-specific information, making on-the-go enjoyment simple and convenient. Optimal temperatures are reached by the material vaporization pod 900 to smoke the desired materials.

[0063] A smart temperature detection 122, power throttling 124, and warmup preheat functions 130 of the master smart battery 120 detect what pod type is being inserted.

[0064] Predetermined heating temperatures and other settings that regulate the power level are sent to the internal heating element 920 for warm-up and heating. The smart temperature detection 122, power throttling 124, and warmup preheat functions 130 regulate the power to the internal heating elements 920 to vaporize the material placed in reduced temperatures to prevent overheating of the exterior of the pod. The power throttling124 heats the removable heating chamber 930 at optimal temperatures. The recharging port for recharging or data transfer 140 at the end of the master smart battery 120 is used to recharge the master smart battery 120 and in one embodiment for inputting data related to the pods and operating settings. The removable feature of the removable heating chamber 930 allows the user to remove and clean the removable heating chamber 930 or replace the chamber as necessary of one embodiment.

[0065] The foregoing has described the principles, embodiments, and modes of operation of the present invention. However, the invention should not be construed as being limited to the particular embodiments discussed. The above-described embodiments should be regarded as illustrative rather than restrictive, and it should be appreciated that variations may be made in those embodiments by workers skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention as defined by the following claims.

Claims

1. -21. (cancelled)22. A system for smoking consumable materials, comprising:a master smart battery configured to (i) detect a type of pod having a consumable material removably attached to the master smart battery, (ii) supply power to a first pod selected for attachment to the master smart battery, and (iii) automatically adjust an amount of power supplied to the first pod based on the type of pod corresponding to the first pod; anda plurality of pods containing different consumable material, wherein each of the plurality of pods includes a heating element,wherein each pod of the plurality of pods is configured to be removably coupled and electrically connected to the master smart battery, and when coupled to the master smart battery, the first pod of the plurality of pods is configured to receive the amount of power from the master smart battery to heat the consumable material contained within the first pod.

23. The system of claim 22, wherein the plurality of pods includes at least the first pod configured to contain a first consumable material in a liquid form and a second pod configured to contain a second consumable material different than the first consumable material.

24. The system of claim 22, wherein the first pod comprises (i) a top section implemented as a mouthpiece and including a liquid-catching chamber or a filter to prevent solid or liquid material associated with the consumable material from reaching the user's mouth, and (ii) a bottom section including a heating chamber.

25. The system of claim 24, wherein the first pod further comprises:an inverted heating tip mechanism with a porous crystal heating element and embedded heating coils that make contact with the consumable material.

26. The system of claim 22, wherein the master smart battery is configured to initiate a warm-up heating function for optimal vaporization when the consumable material is a flower material.

27. The system of claim 22, wherein the first pod includes a cartridge with the consumable materials and an adapter to vaporize the consumable materials, the adapter is configured to electrically connect to the master smart battery and interposed between the cartridge and the master smart battery.

28. The system of claim 22, wherein the master smart battery includes a display screen for displaying relevant information including a heating temperature for the consumable material, a power level applied to the heating element of the first pod, or the first pod being a particular type of pod.

29. A pod system comprising:a removable pod including a heating element and containing consumable material; anda master smart battery electrically coupled to the pod when the pod is attached to the master smart battery, the master smart battery is configured to (i) detect a pod type upon insertion into the master smart battery and automatically adjusts power settings based on the detected pod type, (ii) select a heating function, based on the detected pod type, to warm up the pod before use, and (iii) supply power to the heating element of the pod in accordance with the heating function.

30. The pod system of claim 29, wherein the heating element of the removable pod comprises an inverted heating element including a porous crystal heating element with embedded coils that make contact with the consumable material when the removable pod is attached to the master smart battery.

31. The pod system of claim 30, wherein the porous crystal heating element is positioned to partially reside within a removable heating chamber containing the consumable material being a concentrate material for heating and vaporization by the porous crystal heating element.

32. The pod system of claim 29, wherein the master smart battery comprises a smart temperature detection module to measure a temperature of a heating chamber including the consumable material within the pod and a power throttling module to regulate the temperature to vaporize the consumable material without excessive heating of an exterior of the pod.

33. A pod system comprising:a master smart battery;a concentrate pod removably coupled to the master smart battery and adapted to receive power from the master smart battery, the concentrate pod comprises a top section and a bottom section removably attached to the top section,wherein the bottom section is configured to house concentrate material, andwherein the top section comprises a mouthpiece and an inverted heating tip mechanism including (i) a heating element tip arranged to contact the concentrate material when the bottom section is attached to the top section and (ii) one or more heating coils embedded within the heating element tip and configured to receive power from the master smart battery.

34. The pod system of claim 33, wherein the top section and the bottom section include an electrical connection configured to transmit power from the master smart battery to the one or more heating coils.

35. The pod system of claim 33, wherein the bottom section of the concentrate pod further comprises a removable chamber for maintaining the concentrate material for easy removal and cleaning.

36. The pod system of claim 33, wherein the master smart battery comprises a heating system with a warmup preheat function configured to preheat the concentrate material prior to inhalation.

37. The pod system of claim 36, wherein the warm-up preheat function is activated automatically when the concentrate pod is connected to the master smart battery.

38. The pod system of claim 33, wherein the master smart battery comprises a heating system configured to automatically throttle a supply of power to the concentrate pod when the concentrate material reaches a prescribed temperature.

39. The pod system of claim 33, wherein a top section of the concentrate pod includes a liquid-catching chamber configured with one or more baffles or other structures to increase effectiveness for preventing a solid or liquid material from exiting the mouthpiece.

40. The pod system of claim 33, wherein the inverted heating tip mechanism is configured to prevent the concentrate material from splattering during vaporization and further configured to ensure full contact between the heating element tip and the concentrate material for maximum vapor production.

41. The pod system of claim 33, wherein the one or more heating coils embedded within the heating element tip are configured to operate at variable temperatures controlled by the master smart battery, with the capability to automatically adjust temperatures based on user input or pre-programmed settings associated with the concentrate pod.

42. The pod system of claim 33 further comprising a temperature sensor configured to provide real-time feedback to the master smart battery for adjusting power output to maintain optimal vaporization temperature.

43. The pod system of claim 33 further comprising:a display screen coupled to the master smart battery, the display screen configured to display information associated with the concentrate pod.

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