Atomization apparatus

Abstract

This application relates to the technical field of atomization apparatuses, and specifically, to an atomization apparatus that uses e-liquid atomization. In the atomization apparatus, a locking structure is configured to keep an atomization module in a to-be-activated state. When the atomization apparatus needs to be used, the locking structure is unlocked, and an elastic member applies an elastic force to a pushing member, so that the atomization module moves to an activated state. In this case, an atomization space is in communication with an e-liquid storage space, and normal atomization can be performed. When the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, the atomization space is isolated from the e-liquid storage space.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE OF RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] The present application is a Continuation Application of PCT Application No. PCT / CN 2024 / 094745 filed on May 22, 2024. The PCT application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202311523092.7, filed on Nov. 15, 2023, and entitled “ATOMIZATION APPARATUS”, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.

[0002] The PCT application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202311529697.7, filed on Nov. 15, 2023, and entitled “ATOMIZER”, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.

[0003] The PCT application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202311524292.4, filed on Nov. 15, 2023, and entitled “ATOMIZATION APPARATUS”, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.TECHNICAL FIELD

[0004] This application relates to the technical field of atomization apparatuses, and specifically, to an atomization apparatus that uses e-liquid atomization.BACKGROUND

[0005] An atomization apparatus is configured to generate aerosol for a user to inhale. An atomization apparatus that uses aerosol generation e-liquid usually includes a housing, an e-liquid storage space, and an atomization module. The e-liquid storage space is in communication with the atomization module for the aerosol generation e-liquid to enter the atomization module from the e-liquid storage space, so that the atomization module atomizes the aerosol generation e-liquid. Currently, in a transportation process of the atomization apparatus that uses the aerosol generation e-liquid, the e-liquid storage space, the atomization module, and an air inlet hole are usually in communication, and the aerosol generation e-liquid is prone to leakage through the air inlet hole.SUMMARY

[0006] This application provides an atomization apparatus, to alleviate the present situation that a current atomization apparatus is prone to e-liquid leakage in a transportation process.

[0007] In an embodiment, an atomization apparatus includes a housing, an atomization module, an elastic member, and a locking structure, there is an e-liquid storage space in the housing, and there is an atomization space in the atomization module.

[0008] The atomization module includes at least a to-be-activated state and an activated state, the atomization space is isolated from the e-liquid storage space when the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, and the atomization space is in communication with the e-liquid storage space when the atomization module is in the activated state.

[0009] The locking structure is configured to lock the atomization module in the to-be-activated state.

[0010] The elastic member is configured to: after the locking structure is unlocked, apply an elastic force to the atomization module to move the atomization module to the activated state.

[0011] According to the atomization apparatus in the foregoing embodiment, the locking structure is configured to keep the atomization module in the to-be-activated state. When the atomization apparatus needs to be used, the locking structure is unlocked, and the elastic member applies an elastic force to a pushing member, so that the atomization module moves to the activated state. In this case, the atomization space is in communication with the e-liquid storage space, and normal atomization can be performed. When the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, the atomization space is isolated from the e-liquid storage space. In this way, in a transportation process, aerosol generation e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space cannot enter the atomization module, and the aerosol generation e-liquid is not prone to leakage through the atomization space, thereby alleviating the present situation that a current atomization apparatus is prone to e-liquid leakage in a transportation process.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0012] FIG. 1 is a sectional view of an atomization module in a to-be-activated state in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0013] FIG. 2 is a sectional view of an atomization module in an activated state in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment (an arrow indicates an air flow direction);

[0014] FIG. 3 is a sectional view of an atomization module in a to-be-activated state in an atomization apparatus from another perspective according to an embodiment;

[0015] FIG. 4 is a sectional view of an atomization module in a to-be-activated state in an atomization apparatus from a third perspective according to an embodiment;

[0016] FIG. 5 is a diagram of an activation process of an atomization module in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0017] FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a locking plate in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0018] FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram of a structure of an atomization assembly base in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0019] FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram of another structure of an atomization assembly base in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0020] FIG. 9 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a base in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0021] FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram of another structure of a base in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0022] FIG. 11 is a schematic diagram of another structure of a bottom sealing member in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0023] FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a side of a circuit board in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0024] FIG. 13 is a schematic diagram of a structure of another side of a circuit board in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0025] FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a pushing member in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0026] FIG. 15 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a conductive plate in an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0027] FIG. 16 is a schematic diagram of another structure of an atomization apparatus according to an embodiment;

[0028] FIG. 17 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a front surface of an atomization apparatus when the atomization apparatus is not activated according to some embodiments;

[0029] FIG. 18 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a front surface of an atomization apparatus after the atomization apparatus is activated according to some embodiments;

[0030] FIG. 19 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a pushing member according to some embodiments;

[0031] FIG. 20 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a side of a locking structure close to a pushing member according to some embodiments;

[0032] FIG. 21 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a side of a locking structure away from a pushing member according to some embodiments;

[0033] FIG. 22 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a side surface of an atomization apparatus when the atomization apparatus is not activated according to some embodiments;

[0034] FIG. 23 is a front view of an atomization apparatus before activation according to some embodiments;

[0035] FIG. 24 is a schematic diagram of a structure of a pushing member according to some embodiments;

[0036] FIG. 25 is a side view of an atomization apparatus before activation according to some embodiments;

[0037] FIG. 26 is a front view of an atomization apparatus after activation according to some embodiments; and

[0038] FIG. 27 is a side view of an atomization apparatus after activation according to some embodiments.

[0039] Description of the parenthesized reference numerals in the accompanying drawings: In the parenthesized reference numeral in the accompanying drawings, features indicated by the reference numeral include both a feature represented by a number in the parentheses and a feature represented by a number outside the parentheses.REFERENCE NUMERALS

[0040] 1. housing; 11. e-liquid storage space; 12. mouthpiece hole; 13. air inlet; 14. locking hole; 141. guiding slope surface; 15. coil spring positioning post; 16. air inlet space; 17. upper housing; 18. lower housing; 2. atomization module; 20. atomization assembly; 21. atomization space; 22. e-liquid inlet; 23. atomization assembly housing; 24. atomization assembly base; 25. first e-liquid guiding member; 26. second e-liquid guiding member; 27. in-core base; 28. atomization assembly bracket; 29. Atomization tube; 3. bottom sealing member; 4. pushing member; 41. pushing member locking end; 411. clamping hole; 42. spring arm; 421. first spring arm; 422. second spring arm; 43. clamping structure; 431. clamping protrusion; 432. guiding slope surface; 44. positioning post; 5. elastic member; 6. locking structure; 61. locking plate; 62. block portion; 63. locking hole; 64. unlocking operation portion; 65. fastening plate; 8. base; 81. base hole; 810. gas sensing assembly mounting groove; 811. pressure transfer hole; 82. base air inlet hole; 83. e-liquid reservoir; 85. atomization module fitting sleeve; 86. e-liquid injection hole; 9. power supply; 10. conductive connecting member; 101. elastic plate; 1011. contact; 102. positioning hole; 110. circuit board; 1101. first contact; 1102. second contact; 1103. first heating member connection point; 1104. second heating member connection point; 1105. first power supply connection point; 1106. second power supply connection point; 112. base; 1121. second limiting portion; 1122. second vent hole; 113. limiting hole; 114. first vent hole; 115. mouthpiece; 120. gas sensing assembly; 131. gas sensing assembly sealing sleeve; 123. pushing member; 1231. bearing portion; 1232. vent pipe; 1121. second limiting portion; 142. support plate; 143. second fitting portion; 144. side support plate; 145. sliding groove; 1451. clamping section; 1452. detachment section; 146. push plate; 1461. first push plate; 1462. second push plate; 150. sealing sleeve; 170. sealing ring; 01. annular groove; 02. first limiting portion; 03. first fitting portion; 04. third vent hole; 401. fastening portion; 402. operation portion; 223. first limiting hole; 130. second limiting hole.DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS

[0041] All directional indications (for example, up, down, left, right, front, rear, top, and bottom) in the embodiments of this application are merely used to explain a relative position relationship, a motion status, and the like between components in a specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication changes accordingly.

[0042] An end refers to an area at an end portion, and may be understood as an area with a specific length at the end portion, but is not limited to an end face.

[0043] Unless otherwise defined, the term “approximately” mentioned in this application may be understood as a range of about ±15% of a value in terms of a numerical quantity or a quantitative relationship.

[0044] The “atomizer” mentioned in this specification does not limit a type of an atomization apparatus in which the atomizer is used. In other words, the “atomizer” mentioned in this specification may be used in an e-liquid injection atomization apparatus, a pod-style atomization apparatus, or another type of atomization apparatus.

[0045] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, an atomization apparatus includes a housing 1, an atomization module 2, an elastic member 5, and a locking structure 6.

[0046] There is an e-liquid storage space 11 in the housing 1, the e-liquid storage space 11 is configured to store aerosol generation e-liquid, and the aerosol generation e-liquid is heated and atomized to generate aerosol. The atomization module 2 has an atomization space 21.

[0047] To facilitate transportation of the atomization apparatus, and avoid leakage of the e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 through the atomization module 2, the atomization module 2 in this application needs to be activated before use, and the atomization space 21 of the atomization module 2 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11 only after activation. The atomization module 2 includes at least a to-be-activated state and an activated state. When the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the atomization space 21 is isolated from the e-liquid storage space 11. When the atomization module 2 is in the activated state, the atomization space 21 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11.

[0048] To maintain the to-be-activated state of the atomization module 2, and facilitate transportation, the locking structure 6 is configured to lock the atomization module 2 in the to-be-activated state. The elastic member 5 is configured to: after the locking structure 6 is unlocked, apply an elastic force to the atomization module 2 to move the atomization module to the activated state.

[0049] When the atomization apparatus needs to be used, the locking structure is unlocked to unlock the atomization module 2, and the elastic member 5 applies an elastic force to the atomization module 2, so that the atomization module 2 moves to the activated state. In this case, the atomization space 21 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, and normal atomization can be performed. When the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the atomization space 21 is isolated from the e-liquid storage space 11. In this way, in a transportation process, the aerosol generation e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 cannot enter the atomization module 2, and the aerosol generation e-liquid is not prone to leakage through the atomization space 21, thereby alleviating the present situation that a current atomization apparatus is prone to e-liquid leakage in a transportation process.

[0050] Referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, in an embodiment, the atomization module 2 includes an atomization assembly 20 and a pushing member 4, and the atomization assembly 20, the pushing member 4, and the elastic member 5 are all mounted in the housing 1. The locking structure 6 is configured to lock the pushing member 4, and the elastic member 5 is configured to: after the locking structure is unlocked, apply an elastic force to the pushing member 4 to make the pushing member 4 push the atomization assembly 20 to move, so that the atomization module 2 moves to the activated state.

[0051] The pushing member 4 is locked by using the locking structure 6, and the locking structure 6 has a locked state and an unlocked state. When the locking structure 6 is in the locked state, the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, and the locking structure 6 locks the pushing member 4 to prevent the pushing member 4 from pushing the atomization assembly 20. When the locking structure 6 is in the unlocked state, a restriction on the pushing member 4 is released, so that the pushing member 4 pushes the atomization assembly 20 under the action of the elastic member 5, to make the atomization module 2 move to the activated state.

[0052] To facilitate activation of the atomization module 2, the pushing member 4 of the atomization apparatus is configured on a side of the atomization assembly 20, and the pushing member 4 pushes the atomization assembly 20 to move, so that the atomization module 2 can be activated. For ease of operation, the elastic member 5 is configured to provide an elastic force for the pushing member 4, so that the pushing member 4 pushes the atomization assembly 20 to move. In this way, the atomization module 2 moves from the to-be-activated state to the activated state.

[0053] In an embodiment, there is a mouthpiece hole 12 at the top of the housing 1 for a user to inhale aerosol. There is the mouthpiece hole at the top of the housing. Limitation by orientation terms such as top, bottom, up, and down in this application is for ease of understanding. Descriptions provided when the atomization apparatus is in a used state are merely used to reflect a relative position relationship between structures. When the atomization apparatus is in another posture, the orientation terms in this application should be understood after conversion to the used state. The pushing member 4 is located on a lower side of the atomization assembly 20.

[0054] In an embodiment, the atomization assembly 20 includes an electrical heating and atomization member (not shown in the figure) configured to heat and atomize aerosol generation e-liquid, and the electrical heating and atomization member is located in the atomization space 21. After being powered on, the electrical heating and atomization member heats and atomizes the aerosol generation e-liquid to generate aerosol. The atomization space 21 is in communication with the mouthpiece hole 12, so that the aerosol generated in the atomization space 21 can be inhaled through the mouthpiece hole 12. Because external gas needs to enter the atomization space 21 during inhalation from the atomization space 21, the housing 1 has an air inlet 13 that is in communication with the atomization space 21. In this way, when the aerosol in the atomization space 21 is inhaled through the mouthpiece hole 12, the external gas can enter the atomization space 21 through the air inlet 13 to supplement the gas.

[0055] In an embodiment, the atomization space 21 extends up and down, an upper end of the atomization space 21 is in communication with the mouthpiece hole 12, and a lower end allows entry of gas that enters the housing 1 through the air inlet 13.

[0056] For the e-liquid storage space 11, a shape of the e-liquid storage space 11 may be in any feasible manner. For example, the atomization module 2 runs through the e-liquid storage space 11. In this case, the e-liquid storage space 11 is annular. For another example, the e-liquid storage space 11 may be alternatively located on a side of the atomization module 2.

[0057] It should be noted that the unlocked state of the locking structure in this application is not limited to a specific state, and any state in which the locking structure can release the restriction on the pushing member 4 may be the unlocked state.

[0058] For a structure of the atomization assembly 20, in an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 7, and FIG. 8, the atomization assembly 20 includes an atomization assembly housing 23 and an atomization assembly base 24, the atomization assembly housing 23 is fastened to the atomization assembly base 24, and a base hole 241 in communication with the atomization space 21 exists on a side wall of the atomization assembly base 24. The atomization assembly 20 further includes a first e-liquid guiding member 25 and a second e-liquid guiding member 26. The first e-liquid guiding member 25 and the second e-liquid guiding member 26 each are made of a porous material, such as porous e-liquid-absorbing cotton. There is an atomization assembly bracket 28 between the first e-liquid guiding member 25 and the second e-liquid guiding member 26. The atomization assembly 20 further includes an in-core base 27. The in-core base 27 is fastened to the bottom of the atomization assembly housing 23, and is fastened to the bottom of the atomization assembly bracket 28. The electrical heating and atomization member is located on an inner side of the second e-liquid guiding member 26. The atomization assembly housing 23 has an e-liquid inlet 22. The aerosol generation e-liquid enters the first e-liquid guiding member 25 through the e-liquid inlet 22, then enters the second e-liquid guiding member 26 through the atomization assembly bracket 28, and is heated and atomized after being in contact with the electrical heating and atomization member, to generate the aerosol. The electrical heating and atomization member may be in any feasible form, such as a heating wire mesh, or a plurality of heating wires connected in parallel.

[0059] Further, in an embodiment, the atomization apparatus includes a sealing member located in the housing 1, the atomization module 2 is in sealing contact and fit with the sealing member, and the sealing member provides resistance for the atomization module 2 in the to-be-activated state to prevent the atomization module 2 from moving to the activated state.

[0060] In an embodiment, the sealing member includes a bottom sealing member 3, the bottom sealing member 3 seals the bottom of the e-liquid storage space 11, and the atomization module 2 is always in sealing fit with the bottom sealing member 3. The atomization module 2 has the e-liquid inlet 22 for entry of the aerosol generation e-liquid. When the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the e-liquid inlet 22 and the e-liquid storage space 11 are isolated by the bottom sealing member 3. When the atomization module 2 is in the activated state, the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11.

[0061] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, when the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the e-liquid inlet 22 and the e-liquid storage space 11 are isolated by the bottom sealing member 3. In this way, in a transportation process, the aerosol generation e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 cannot enter the atomization module 2 through the e-liquid inlet 22, and the aerosol generation e-liquid is not prone to leakage through the atomization space 21 and the air inlet 13. When the locking structure 6 is in the locked state, a position of the atomization module 2 can be maintained. When the atomization apparatus needs to be used, the locking structure 6 is unlocked, so that the locking structure 6 is in the unlocked state, the restriction on the atomization module 2 can be released, and the atomization module 2 is pushed to the activated state under the action of the elastic member 5. In this case, the e-liquid inlet 22 of the atomization module 2 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, and normal atomization can be performed.

[0062] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 2, and FIG. 11, the bottom sealing member 3 is annular, and a sealing member through hole 31 at the center of the bottom sealing member 3 allows the atomization module 2 to pass through. When the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the e-liquid inlet 22 of the atomization module 2 is blocked by the bottom sealing member 3, so that the e-liquid storage space 11 is isolated from the e-liquid inlet 22. An outer peripheral surface of the bottom sealing member 3 is in sealing fit with an inner wall surface of the housing 1. In some other embodiments, there may be a plurality of bottom sealing members. For example, there is a bottom plate at the bottom of the e-liquid storage space, a bottom sealing member at a fitting position between the bottom plate and the atomization module is in sealing fit with the atomization module, and a bottom sealing member at a fitting position between the bottom plate and the housing is not in contact with the atomization module.

[0063] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, a top plate 7 is clamped above the bottom sealing member 3, and the top plate 7 can restrict deformation of the bottom sealing member 3 into the e-liquid storage space 11. An inner side of a side wall of the housing 1 has a block step that restricts upward movement of the top plate 7.

[0064] For the pushing member, the pushing member 4 and the atomization assembly 20 may be in push fit without a connection, or may be fixedly connected, or may be movably connected. In an embodiment, the pushing member 4 and the atomization assembly 20 are in push fitting and can be separated. The pushing member 4 can be separated from the atomization assembly 20, and an acting force can be transferred through push contact. This assembly manner can reduce costs, and is especially suitable for a one-off atomization apparatus.

[0065] In addition, in an embodiment, the pushing member 4 is an integrally formed part, or may be a part obtained by combining at least two parts in a manner such as a fastener, welding, or a snap-fit connection.

[0066] In an embodiment, at least a part of the locking structure 6 is an unlocking operation portion 64, and the unlocking operation portion 64 is located outside the housing 1 when the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state.

[0067] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, for ease of operation of the user, the locking structure 6 covers all or a part of the air inlet 13 in the locked state. Before unlocking, the locking structure 6 covers all or a part of the air inlet 13, so that the user can more easily understand that the atomization apparatus needs to be activated, thereby improving user experience. This unlocking operation also conforms to a user's operation habit of opening an air channel of the atomization apparatus (for example, tearing off or pulling out a paster or a rubber plug) before using the atomization apparatus, and there is no need to add an operation step for the atomization apparatus, so that an operation that is not perceived by the user can be implemented. In some other embodiments, the locking structure may not cover the air inlet.

[0068] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, the locking structure 6 includes a locking plate 61, and the locking structure 6 covers the air inlet 13 by using the locking plate 61. The locking plate 61 is attached to the housing 1, so that a coverage area is larger, which can be applicable to a case in which there are air inlets 13 at different positions. In addition, the locking plate 61 better facilitates recognition by the user. The locking plate 61 is detachably connected to the pushing member 4, to better facilitate unlocking by using the locking plate 61. The pushing member 4 can be unlocked by removing the locking plate 61, thereby releasing the restriction on the pushing member 4. This manner of unlocking by removing the locking plate 61 not only can activate the atomization apparatus, but also can open the air inlet 13, thereby better conforming to the user's operation habit of opening the air channel of the atomization apparatus.

[0069] In some other embodiments, in addition to the locking plate 61, the locking structure 6 may be in any feasible manner. For example, the locking structure 6 may be connected to the pushing member 4 through a weak connection portion. When unlocking is needed, the locking structure 6 may be destructively separated from the pushing member 4. For another example, a part of the pushing member 4 extends out of the housing 1, and the locking structure 6 is an adhesive tape for bonding and fastening the part of the pushing member 4 extending out of the housing 1. For another example, the locking structure 6 may be a clamping member clamped and fastened to the pushing member 4. This manner is described in detail below. For another example, the locking structure may include a sliding member assembled on the housing. The sliding member can slide horizontally relative to the housing. The sliding member hooks the pushing member in the housing. When unlocking is needed, the sliding member may be pushed to separate the slide member from the pushing member.

[0070] In an embodiment, for ease of locking the pushing member 4, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 16, the pushing member 4 includes a pushing member locking end 41. The pushing member locking end 41 extends out of the housing 1 when the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, and returns to the inside of the housing 1 when the atomization module 2 is in the activated state. The locking structure 6 locks the pushing member locking end 41 in the locked state, to prevent the pushing member 4 from moving to push the atomization assembly 20.

[0071] After the pushing member locking end 41 extends out of the housing 1, it is more convenient for the locking structure 6 to lock the pushing member 4, and it is also convenient to unlock the pushing member 4. When the atomization module 2 is in the activated state, the pushing member locking end 41 retracts and is not prone to accidental touch. In some other embodiments, the pushing member locking end 41 may be always located in the housing 1. In this case, the locking structure 6 needs to enter the housing 1 to lock the pushing member locking end 41. For example, the pushing member locking end 41 has a lock hole, the locking structure 6 includes a lock hook hung on the housing 1, and the lock hook hooks the lock hole, to prevent the pushing member 4 from moving upward. When unlocking is needed, the lock hook is removed from the pushing member locking end 41. In this implementation, sufficient operation space needs to be reserved on the housing 1.

[0072] In an embodiment, the atomization module 2 is in clamping fit with the locking structure 6, and the locking structure 6 and the housing 1 block a movement direction of the atomization module 2, to prevent the atomization module 2 from moving to the activated state before the locking structure 6 is unlocked.

[0073] In an embodiment, the atomization module 2 has a clamping hole 411 or a clamping slot, and the locking structure 6 is clamped into the clamping hole 411 or the clamping slot. In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 16, the pushing member locking end 41 has the clamping hole 411 or the clamping slot, the locking structure 6 in the locked state is clamped into the clamping hole 411 or the clamping slot and blocks up and down with the pushing member locking end 41, and the locking structure 6 and the housing 1 block a pushing direction of the pushing member 4, to prevent the pushing member 4 from moving in a direction of pushing the atomization module 2. In an embodiment, the locking structure 6 uses the locking plate 61. In some other embodiments, the locking structure 6 may alternatively use another structure such as a lock rod or a lock block.

[0074] In addition to the foregoing manner of directly clamping the pushing member 4 by using the clamping structure, the pushing member 4 may be alternatively clamped on the housing 1. For example, in an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 4, and FIG. 14, the pushing member 4 includes a spring arm 42 and a clamping structure 43 located at an end portion of the spring arm 42. The housing 1 has a locking hole 14, the spring arm 42 extends into the locking hole 14, the clamping structure 43 is clamped in the locking hole 14 or at an edge of an outer side opening of the locking hole 14, and the clamping structure 43 and the housing 1 block the pushing direction of the pushing member 4. The locking structure 6 in the locked state blocks with the spring arm 42, to restrict bending and deformation of the spring arm 42. When the locking structure 6 is in the unlocked state, the spring arm 42 can elastically deform to release a blocking relationship between the clamping structure 43 and the housing 1. In an embodiment, the locking structure 6 in the locked state blocks with the clamping structure 43, to restrict bending and deformation of the spring arm 42.

[0075] Further, to enable the pushing member 4 to automatically move in the direction of pushing the atomization assembly 20 to push the atomization assembly 20 after the locking structure 6 releases a restriction on the spring arm 42, in an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 to FIG. 5, at least one of the clamping structure 43 and a block part that is on the housing 1 and that blocks with the clamping structure 43 has a guiding slope surface for guiding the spring arm 42 to deform to release a clamping relationship with the housing 1. In an embodiment, the guiding slope surface may be a bevel, an arc-shaped surface, or a curved surface.

[0076] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 4 and FIG. 14, the clamping structure 43 on the spring arm 42 is a clamping protrusion 431, and there is a guiding slope surface 432 on the clamping protrusion 431. Correspondingly, an outer side hole opening of the locking hole 14 is a flared opening. In this case, there is a guiding slope surface 141 at the hole opening of the locking hole 14, and the guiding slope surface 432 on the clamping protrusion 431 cooperates with the guiding slope surface 141 at the edge of the outer side opening of the locking hole 14. Under the action of an elastic force of the elastic member 5, the spring arm 42 can deform, so that the clamping protrusion 431 breaks away from the clamping relationship with the edge of the hole opening of the locking hole 14, thereby unlocking the pushing member 4. In an embodiment, the clamping structure 43 is located at the pushing member locking end 41, and the clamping structure 43 extends out of the housing 1.

[0077] Further, referring to FIG. 3 to FIG. 5, at least one spring arm 42 is a first spring arm 421, at least one spring arm 42 is a second spring arm 422, a clamping structure 43 on the first spring arm 421 is located on a side of the first spring arm 421 away from the second spring arm 422, a clamping structure 43 on the second spring arm 422 is located on a side of the second spring arm 422 away from the first spring arm 421, the locking structure 6 includes a block portion 62 located between the first spring arm 421 and the second spring arm 422, and the block portion 62 prevents the clamping structure 43 on the first spring arm 421 and the clamping structure 43 on the second spring arm 422 from being close to each other. The first spring arm 421 is disposed opposite to the second spring arm 422. In this way, it is conducive to a force balance of the pushing member 4, and the pushing member 4 is subject to relatively small resistance during movement, and is more easily unlocked.

[0078] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 3 to FIG. 6, there are two spring arms 42 of the pushing member 4, which are respectively the first spring arm 421 and the second spring arm 422. The locking structure 6 is a locking plate, and there are two locking holes 63 on the locking plate 61, which respectively allow entry of the first spring arm 421 and the second spring arm 422. A part between the two locking holes 63 is the block portion 62, so that the first spring arm 421 and the second spring arm 422 are prevented from being close to each other, thereby preventing unlocking of the pushing member 4.

[0079] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 2, the locking hole 14 is the air inlet 13 that is in communication with the atomization space 21 and that can supply air to the atomization space 21. In this way, the locking hole 14 can be fully utilized, so that air intake of the atomization apparatus is smoother. In some other embodiments, the locking hole 14 may be in sealing fit with the pushing member 4. In this case, external gas cannot enter the atomization space 21. When the sealing fit relationship between the locking hole 14 and the pushing member 4 is released, the external gas can enter the atomization space 21. This fitting manner not only can activate the atomization apparatus, but also can open the air inlet 13, thereby better conforming to the user's operation habit of opening the air channel of the atomization apparatus.

[0080] In a process of activating the atomization module 2, the atomization assembly 20 and the pushing member 4 need to move. In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 9, and FIG. 10, to make the atomization assembly 20 and the pushing member 4 move stably, the atomization apparatus includes a base 8 fastened in the housing 1, the base 8 has a base hole 81 extending in the pushing direction of the pushing member 4, the atomization assembly 20 is inserted into the base hole 81 from a hole opening at one end of the base hole 81, and the pushing member 4 is inserted into the base hole 81 from a hole opening at the other end of the base hole 81. The base hole 81 can guide the atomization assembly 20 to move to the activated state, and can guide the pushing member 4 to move, so that the pushing member 4 and the atomization assembly 20 move more stably. In an embodiment, the pushing direction of the pushing member 4 is upward. In an embodiment, the atomization assembly 20 is inserted into the base hole 81 and is in sliding and sealing fit with the base hole 81 through a sealing ring.

[0081] For a form of the elastic member 5, in an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, the elastic member 5 is a coil spring located between the atomization module 2 and the housing 1, and the coil spring is in a compressed state when the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state and the activated state. In this way, not only the coil spring can provide an acting force for activating the atomization module 2, but also the coil spring can still apply a specific acting force to the atomization module 2 after activation, to keep the atomization module 2 stable. In some other embodiments, the coil spring may be in a compressed state only when the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state. In some other embodiments, in addition to the coil spring, the elastic member 5 may alternatively be elastic rubber, a spring plate, or the like.

[0082] For mounting of the coil spring, in an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, the housing 1 has the locking hole 14, the pushing member 4 extends into the locking hole 14, the housing 1 includes a coil spring positioning post 15, one end of the coil spring is sleeved on the coil spring positioning post 15, and the other end of the coil spring pushes against the pushing member 4. In this way, the coil spring is not prone to shifting and is more stable. In some other embodiments, a quantity of coil springs may be any quantity, for example, two or more. In addition to mounting the coil spring on the coil spring positioning post 15, a positioning slot may be processed on the housing 1, and one end of the coil spring extends into the positioning slot. In an embodiment, the locking hole 14 runs through the coil spring positioning post 15.

[0083] After the atomization apparatus is activated, the atomization module 2 may leak e-liquid to the outside through an air inlet passage during use. To avoid affecting use experience, in an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 9, and FIG. 10, the bottom of the atomization assembly 20 is in moving and sealing fit with the base 8. In the pushing direction of the pushing member 4, an air inlet space 16 in communication with the atomization assembly 20 exists between the bottom sealing member 3 and the base 8, and the atomization assembly 20 runs through the air inlet space 16. The base 8 has a base air inlet hole 82 in communication with the air inlet space 16 and an e-liquid reservoir 83 at the bottom of the air inlet space 16. The e-liquid reservoir 83 is configured to receive aerosol generation e-liquid leaked from the atomization assembly 20, and a height of the base air inlet hole 82 is higher than that of the e-liquid reservoir 83.

[0084] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, there is e-liquid-absorbing cotton 84 in the e-liquid reservoir 83, and the aerosol generation e-liquid can be adsorbed on the e-liquid-absorbing cotton 84, to prevent splashing. In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 9, and FIG. 10, the base 8 includes an atomization module fitting sleeve 85, an inner hole of the atomization module fitting sleeve 85 forms the base hole 81, and a lower end of the atomization assembly 20 is inserted into the base hole 81, and is in guided sliding and sealing fit with the base hole 81. The e-liquid reservoir 83 is located on the periphery of the atomization module fitting sleeve 85.

[0085] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 3, the base 8 includes an e-liquid injection hole 86, the base 8 has a protrusion post 87 inserted into the bottom sealing member 3, and the e-liquid injection hole 86 runs through the protrusion post 87 and is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11. There is an e-liquid injection hole rubber plug 88 in the e-liquid injection hole 86. The e-liquid injection hole rubber plug 88 can block the e-liquid injection hole 86 to prevent e-liquid leakage.

[0086] In an embodiment, the bottom sealing member 3 is located above the base 8. In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 11, the bottom sealing member 3 includes a sealing sleeve 32 sleeved on an upper part of the base 8, and positions of the bottom sealing member 3 and the base 8 are more stable after the sealing sleeve 32 is sleeved on the upper part of the base 8. In an embodiment, the bottom sealing member 3 is sealing silicone.

[0087] In an embodiment, to improve safety in a transportation process, referring to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, the atomization apparatus includes an operating circuit fastened in the housing 1 and a power supply 9 connected to the operating circuit. After being connected, the operating circuit supplies power to the electrical heating and atomization member. The operating circuit has a connecting member gap, a conductive connecting member 10 is mounted on the pushing member 4, and the conductive connecting member 10 is configured to connect to the connecting member gap when the atomization module 2 is in the activated state, so that the connecting member gap is connected. When the atomization module 2 is in the activated state, the conductive connecting member 10 connects to the connecting member gap, to connect the connecting member gap. In this way, the operating circuit can supply power to the electrical heating and atomization member after being connected.

[0088] In some other embodiments, in a case in which a safety requirement on the operating circuit is low, the conductive connecting member 10 may not be required. In this case, the connecting member gap does not need to be provided on the operating circuit.

[0089] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 15, the conductive connecting member 10 is a conductive plate, there are two elastic plates 101 on an upper side of the conductive plate, and each elastic plate 101 has a contact 1011. The elastic plate 101 and the conductive plate may be fastened together through integral forming, welding fastening, crimping fastening, or the like.

[0090] In an embodiment, the pushing member 4 has a positioning post 44 extending upward, and the conductive plate has a positioning hole 102 for the positioning post 44 to pass through. Referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 12, and FIG. 13, the atomization apparatus includes a circuit board 110 fastened on the base 8, the circuit board 110 includes a first contact 1101 and a second contact 1102, the first contact 1101 and the second contact 1102 are located on the operating circuit, and the connecting member gap is formed between the first contact 1101 and the second contact 1102. When the atomization module 2 is in the activated state, the two elastic plates 101 on the conductive plate are respectively in conductive contact with the first contact 1101 and the second contact 1102, so that the conductive plate connects to the connecting member gap, to conduct the first contact 1101 and the second contact 1102.

[0091] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 3 and FIG. 4, the base 8 includes at least two clamping hooks 89, and the circuit board 110 is fastened to a lower side of the base 8 under the action of the clamping hooks 89.

[0092] In an embodiment, to enable the electrical heating and atomization member to operate based on an inhalation frequency of the user, the atomization apparatus includes a sensor used for sensing when the atomization apparatus is inhaled by the user, and the sensor is located on the operating circuit. The operating circuit can be connected or disconnected in response to a sensing result of the sensor. When the sensor senses that the atomization apparatus is inhaled, the operating circuit is connected in response to the sensing result of the sensor. When the sensor senses that the atomization apparatus is not inhaled, the operating circuit is disconnected in response to the sensing result of the sensor. In an embodiment, the sensing result of the sensor may be an electrical signal sent after target data is detected, or may be an operation of directly disconnecting or connecting the operating circuit in response to an inhalation result of the atomization apparatus. That is, the sensor may be a sensor or a sensing switch.

[0093] In an embodiment, the sensor is a pressure sensor used to sense gas pressure in the atomization space 21. The sensor is located on the operating circuit. After the gas pressure in the atomization space 21 decreases to a target value, the sensor sends a connection signal. The operating circuit connects the circuit in response to the connection signal. When the gas pressure in the atomization space 21 does not decrease to the target value, the operating circuit keeps the operating circuit disconnected in response to the sensor. In some other embodiments, in addition to the mentioned sensor, the other sensor may further sense a change in a resistance, a capacitance, a voltage, or the like caused when the atomization apparatus is inhaled, to control whether to connect the operating circuit.

[0094] Referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 2, and FIG. 12, the sensor is a gas sensing assembly 120, and the gas sensing assembly 120 is located on the operating circuit. When the atomization apparatus is inhaled, pressure in the atomization space 21 decreases, the gas sensing assembly 120 is triggered, and the operating circuit is connected in response to a signal of the gas sensing assembly 120.

[0095] In some other embodiments, a control manner of the electrical heating and atomization member may alternatively be a manner using a combination of a pressure sensor and a circuit switch. The atomization apparatus includes a controller connected to the pressure sensor, the controller is connected to the circuit switch, and the circuit switch is controlled to be turned on or off based on pressure information detected by the pressure sensor. The control manner of the electrical heating and atomization member may alternatively be controlling turn-on or turn-off in a manner of manual switch control. In this case, a pressure value of the atomization space 21 does not need to be collected, and the operating circuit is turned on or off according to a requirement, so that the electrical heating and atomization member starts or stops heating and atomization.

[0096] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 2, and FIG. 12, the gas sensing assembly 120 and the conductive connecting member 10 are respectively located on two opposite sides of the circuit board 110. To facilitate mounting of the gas sensing assembly 120, a gas sensing assembly mounting groove 810 is provided on the base 8, a gas sensing assembly sealing sleeve 131 is mounted in the gas sensing assembly mounting groove 810, and the gas sensing assembly 120 is inserted into the gas sensing assembly sealing sleeve 131. Because the gas sensing assembly 120 needs to sense the pressure of the atomization space 21, referring to FIG. 10, a pressure transfer hole 811 for communication between the atomization space 21 and the gas sensing assembly 120 is provided on the base 8, and the gas sensing assembly 120 can sense the pressure of the atomization space 21 through the pressure transfer hole 811. To prevent the aerosol generation e-liquid from leaking from the pressure transfer hole 811, the e-liquid reservoir 83 is provided on the gas sensing assembly sealing sleeve 131, and a height of a hole opening of the pressure transfer hole 811 away from the gas sensing assembly 120 is higher than that of a reservoir bottom of the e-liquid reservoir 83. In this way, aerosol generation e-liquid in the e-liquid reservoir 83 on the base 8 can be prevented from leaking to the gas sensing assembly 120.

[0097] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 12, the circuit board 110 has a first heating member connection point 1103, a second heating member connection point 1104, a first power supply connection point 1105, and a second power supply connection point 1106. One pin of the electrical heating and atomization member is connected to the first heating member connection point 1103, and another pin is connected to the second heating member connection point 1104. One of positive and negative electrodes of the power supply 9 is connected to the first power supply connection point 1105, and the other is connected to the second power supply connection point 1106. The first power supply connection point 1105 is connected to the first heating member connection point 1103.

[0098] The first contact 1101 is connected to the second power supply connection point 1106, and the second contact 1102 is connected to the second heating member connection point 1104. After the conductive connecting member 104 connects to the connecting member gap, the first contact 1101 is connected to the second contact 1102, that is, the second power supply connection point 1106 is connected to the second heating member connection point 1104. In an embodiment, a direction of an electric wire between the circuit board 110 and the electrical heating and atomization member is consistent with a direction of a gas path.

[0099] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, the housing 1 includes an upper housing 17 and a lower housing 18, and the upper housing 17 is fastened to the lower housing 18. When the atomization apparatus is mounted, after the bottom sealing member 3, the base 8, and the atomization assembly 20 are mounted in the upper housing 17, the pushing member 4, a spring, and the locking structure 6 are mounted in the lower housing 18, and then the upper housing 17 is fastened to the lower housing 18.

[0100] In an embodiment, an activation process of the atomization apparatus is as follows:

[0101] When the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the locking plate 61 clamps the clamping structure 43 of the spring arm 42, to restrict deformation of the spring arm 42. Because the locking plate 61 blocks the air inlet 13 at the bottom of the housing 1, before the user uses the atomization apparatus, it is easier to understand that the locking plate 61 needs to be removed for unlocking. After the locking plate 61 is removed, the pushing member 4 pushes the atomization assembly 20 under the action of an elastic force of the coil spring, so that the atomization module 2 moves to the activated state, thereby completing activation of the atomization module 2.

[0102] When the atomization module 2 is activated, the conductive connecting member 10 on the pushing member 4 connects to a gap of the operating circuit. It should be noted that, in this application, connecting to the gap of the operating circuit refers to connecting a disconnected part of the operating circuit.

[0103] Referring to FIG. 17 to FIG. 19, in an embodiment, the locking structure 6 may move in a Y direction relative to the housing 1, thereby releasing the restriction on the atomization module 2. The elastic member 5 pushes the atomization module 2 to move in a Z direction relative to the housing 1, so that the atomization module 2 is switched from the to-be-activated state to the activated state. In another embodiment, the locking structure 6 may alternatively be in another coordinated movement relationship with the elastic member 5 and the atomization module 2, provided that the atomization module 2 can be switched from the to-be-activated state to the activated state.

[0104] Referring to FIG. 17 and FIG. 18, in some embodiments, the atomization module 2 has an e-liquid inlet 22. Before the user uses the atomization apparatus 100, that is, when the atomization apparatus 100 is not activated, the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, and the e-liquid inlet 22 is located on a side of the e-liquid storage space 11 away from the e-liquid, and is not in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11. After the user flicks the locking structure 6, so that the locking structure 6 moves in the Y direction relative to the housing 1, the locking structure 6 releases a position restriction on the atomization module 2, and the elastic member 5 pushes the atomization module 2 to move in the Z direction, so that the atomization module 2 is switched to the activated state. In this way, the e-liquid inlet 22 is located on a side of the e-liquid storage space 11 on which the e-liquid is stored, and is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, so that the e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 can enter the atomization module 2 from the e-liquid storage space 11 through the e-liquid inlet 22, to activate the atomization apparatus 100. In another embodiment, the locking structure 6 and the atomization module 2 may alternatively move in other directions relative to the housing 1, and directions of movement of the locking structure 6 and the atomization module 2 relative to the housing 1 are not limited herein.

[0105] In some embodiments, the atomization module 2 includes the atomization assembly 20 and a pushing member 123, the pushing member 123 is disposed on a side of the atomization assembly 20 away from the e-liquid storage space 11, and a side of the pushing member 123 close to the atomization assembly 20 bears the atomization assembly 20 to move to switch from the to-be-activated state to the activated state.

[0106] In some embodiments, when the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the elastic member 5 is compressed between the housing 1 and the atomization module 2, and two ends of the elastic member 5 respectively abut against the housing 1 and the atomization module 2. Referring to FIG. 17 to FIG. 19, in some embodiments, a part of the atomization assembly 20 is disposed in the e-liquid storage space 11, and the part of the atomization assembly 20 disposed in the e-liquid storage space 11 is in contact with the e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11. In this embodiment, the pushing member 123 includes a bearing portion 1231 and a vent pipe 1232. An annular groove 01 is provided on a side of the bearing portion 1231 close to the atomization assembly 20, and a width and a diameter of the annular groove 01 match a width and a diameter of the atomization assembly 20, so that an end of the atomization assembly 20 close to the pushing member 123 is disposed in the annular groove 01, and the annular groove 01 bears the atomization assembly 20 to move. A side of the bearing portion 1231 away from the atomization assembly 20 abuts against the elastic member 5. In this embodiment, the elastic member 5 is a spring. To facilitate fastening of a position at which the spring abuts against the pushing member 123, a first limiting portion 02 is disposed on the side of the bearing portion 1231 away from the atomization assembly 20, the first limiting portion 02 is of an arc-shaped structure and extends in a direction in which the bearing portion 1231 is away from the atomization assembly 20, and an inner diameter of the first limiting portion 02 matches an outer diameter of the spring. The first limiting portion 02 surrounds an end of the spring close to the atomization assembly 20. When the spring deforms and pushes the atomization module 2 to move, a position of the spring does not move relative to the pushing member 123, so that a direction of a pushing force generated by the spring is consistent with a direction of movement of the atomization module 2. In this way, an activation process is more stable. The vent pipe 1232 is of a hollow structure and is in communication with the atomization assembly 20, and a part of the vent pipe 1232 extends into the atomization assembly 20. An end of the vent pipe 1232 away from the bearing portion 1231 is in locking fit with the locking structure 6. In another embodiment, the atomization assembly 20 of the atomization module 2 and the pushing member 123 may be alternatively disposed in another fit structure, provided that switching of the atomization module 2 from the to-be-activated state to the activated state is not affected.

[0107] Referring to FIG. 17 to FIG. 19, in some embodiments, the housing 1 further includes a base 112, the base 112 is disposed on a side of the housing 1 away from the e-liquid storage space 11, the pushing member 123 is disposed in the base 112, the pushing member 123 slides along a side wall of the base 112 in the Z direction, and the base 112 is configured to restrict a lateral movement range of the pushing member 123. In this embodiment, the elastic member 5 is a spring. To facilitate fastening of a position at which the spring abuts against the base 112, a second limiting portion 1121 is disposed on a side of the base 112 close to the spring, and an outer diameter of the second limiting portion 1121 matches an inner diameter of the spring. Similarly, when the spring deforms and pushes the atomization module 2 to move, a position of the spring does not move relative to the base 112, so that a direction of a pushing force generated by the spring is consistent with a direction of movement of the atomization module 2. In this way, an activation process is more stable. Therefore, the spring is limited between the first limiting portion 02 and the second limiting portion 1121, that is, the spring is limited between the base 112 and the bearing portion 1231. In another embodiment, the elastic member 5 may be disposed in another elastic structure, and a position and movement relationship between the elastic member 5 and the atomization module 2 may be alternatively disposed in another structure, provided that switching of the atomization module 2 from the to-be-activated state to the activated state is not affected.

[0108] In some embodiments, the bottom sealing member 3 is a silicone base, and the atomization module 2 is in interference fit with the silicone base. The silicone base has good sealing performance, high and low temperature resistance, and the like. When the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the e-liquid inlet 22 is located in the bottom sealing member 3, to implement e-liquid core isolation.

[0109] Referring to FIG. 17 to FIG. 19, in some embodiments, a first fitting portion 03 is disposed in the atomization module 2. In this embodiment, the first fitting portion 03 is disposed at an end of the vent pipe 1232 away from the bearing portion 1231. Referring to FIG. 20, in some embodiments, a second fitting portion 143 is disposed in the locking structure 6. The first fitting portion 03 and the second fitting portion 143 may be in clamping fit and slide relative to each other. When the first fitting portion 03 and the second fitting portion 143 are in clamping fit, the locking structure 6 restricts the atomization module 2 in the to-be-activated state. After the first fitting portion 03 and the second fitting portion 143 slide relative to each other to be separated from each other, the locking structure 6 releases the restriction on the atomization module 2.

[0110] Referring to FIG. 20, in some embodiments, a sliding groove 145 is disposed in the locking structure 6, and the sliding groove 145 includes at least a clamping section 1451 and a detachment section 1452. The clamping section 1451 is provided with the second fitting portion 143. The first fitting portion 03 slides in the sliding groove 145. When the first fitting portion 03 is located on the clamping section 1451, the first fitting portion 03 and the second fitting portion 143 are in clamping fit. When the first fitting portion 03 slides away from the clamping section 1451 and is located on the detachment section 1452, the first fitting portion 03 is separated from the second fitting portion 143. In this case, the locking structure 6 releases the restriction on the atomization module 2. In this embodiment, the locking structure 6 includes a fastening plate 65 and a support plate 142. A shape of the fastening plate 65 is approximately rectangular, and two sides with a relatively narrow width are of an arc-shaped structure. In another embodiment, to fit with the structure of the atomization apparatus 100, the fastening plate 65 may alternatively be of a structure of another shape. The support plate 142 is disposed on a same surface of the fastening plate 65, and extends in a same direction. The second fitting portion 143 is disposed on a surface opposite to the support plate 142. Space defined by the fastening plate 65 and the support plate 142 forms the sliding groove 145. In this embodiment, to improve stability of a connection between the fastening plate 65 and the support plate 142, a side support plate 144 is further disposed on a side of the support plate 142 away from the second fitting portion 143. A shape of the side support plate 144 is a right triangle, and two sides that form a right angle are respectively connected to the fastening plate 65 and the side of the support plate 142 away from the second fitting portion 143, to avoid tilting of the support plate 142 in an activation process, thereby avoiding a position offset of the second fitting portion 143.

[0111] Referring to FIG. 17 and FIG. 18, the first fitting portion 03 and the second fitting portion 143 match to implement clamping fit, and the second fitting portion 143 may slide in the Y direction relative to the first fitting portion 03. In some embodiments, when the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the first fitting portion 03 is located on the clamping section 1451, and is in clamping fit with the second fitting portion 143, and the end of the vent pipe 1232 away from the bearing portion 1231 is located in the sliding groove 145. In this case, the elastic member 5 is in a compressed state, the e-liquid inlet 22 is not in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, and the e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 cannot enter, through the e-liquid inlet 22, the atomization assembly 20 for atomization. After the locking structure 6 slides in the Y direction relative to the housing 1, and the second fitting portion 143 slides in the Y direction relative to the first fitting portion 03, the first fitting portion 03 is detached from the second fitting portion 143, and moves from the clamping section 1451 to the detachment section 1452, and the elastic member 5 generates an elastic force due to compression for force accumulation, thereby pushing the atomization module 2 to move in the Z direction. In this case, the atomization apparatus 100 is switched to the activated state, the elastic member 5 is in a relatively elongated state, the end of the vent pipe 1232 away from the bearing portion 1231 moves into the base 112, the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, and the e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 may enter, through the e-liquid inlet 22, the atomization assembly 20 for atomization.

[0112] Referring to FIG. 19, in some embodiments, the first fitting portion 03 is a groove structure formed after a side wall at the end of the vent pipe 1232 away from the bearing portion 1231 is recessed toward the inside of the vent pipe 1232. In this embodiment, the groove structure is disposed on two opposite sides of the vent pipe 1232. In another embodiment, the groove structure may be alternatively disposed around the periphery of the vent pipe 1232, or may form another distributed structure, provided that clamping fit between the first fitting portion 03 and the second fitting portion 143 is not affected. Referring to FIG. 20, in some embodiments, the second fitting portion 143 is a protrusion structure that extends relatively on the surface opposite to the support plate 142. A length of the second fitting portion 143 in the y direction may be adjusted based on different structures of the atomization apparatus 100, provided that it is ensured that after the locking structure 6 slides relative to the housing 1, the first fitting portion 03 is detached from the second fitting portion 143, so that the elastic member 5 pushes the atomization module 2 to move. In another embodiment, the first fitting portion 03 is a protrusion structure that is on the side wall at the end of the vent pipe 1232 away from the bearing portion 1231 and that extends to the outside of the vent pipe 1232. Similarly, the protrusion structure may be disposed on two opposite sides of the vent pipe 1232, or may form another distributed structure according to different requirements. Correspondingly, the second fitting portion 143 is a groove structure formed after the surface opposite to the support plate 142 is recessed toward the inside of the support plate 142. Lengths of the groove structure and the support plate 142 in the Y direction are the same. Similarly, in this case, the length of the support plate 142 in the Y direction may be adjusted based on different structures of the atomization apparatus 100, provided that it is ensured that after the locking structure 6 slides relative to the housing 1, the first fitting portion 03 is detached from the second fitting portion 143, so that the elastic member 5 pushes the atomization module 2 to move.

[0113] Referring to FIG. 21, in some embodiments, the locking structure 6 is provided with a push plate 146 for driving the locking structure 6 to slide, and a part of the push plate 146 is exposed to the outside of the housing 1. A limiting structure that limits a sliding range of the push plate 146 is disposed on the housing 1. The user flicks the push plate 146 to drive the locking structure 6 to move relative to the housing 1, so that the atomization module 2 is switched from the to-be-activated state to the activated state. In this embodiment, the push plate 146 further includes a first push plate 1461 and a second push plate 1462. The first push plate 1461 is disposed on a surface on a side of the fastening plate 65 away from the support plate 142, and the second push plate 1462 is disposed on a surface on a side of the first push plate 1461 away from the fastening plate 65. In some embodiments, to increase a friction force between the user's hand and the locking structure 6, to help the user flick the locking structure 6 to activate the atomization apparatus 100, an anti-slip stripe structure is disposed on a side of the second push plate 1462 away from the first push plate 1461. Referring to FIG. 22, in some embodiments, a width of the first push plate 1461 in an X direction is greater than that of the second push plate 1462, so that the locking structure 6 is limited in the housing 1, and then slides relative to the housing 1. Referring to FIG. 18, in this embodiment, the housing 1 further includes a limiting hole 113, configured to limit a sliding range of the push plate 146, and provided at the bottom on a side of the housing 1 close to the base 112. In another embodiment, the push plate 146 may be alternatively disposed in another structure for sliding fit with the housing 1, or the housing 1 may be provided with another limiting structure to limit a sliding distance of the push plate 146, provided that switching of the atomization module 2 from the to-be-activated state to the activated state is not affected.

[0114] In some embodiments, referring to FIG. 17, FIG. 18, and FIG. 22, a movement distance of the push plate 146 relative to the housing 1 is greater than a relative sliding distance between the first fitting portion 03 and the second fitting portion 143 when the atomization module 2 is switched from the to-be-activated state to the activated state. In this way, it is ensured that sliding of the push plate 146 relative to the housing 1 can enable the first fitting portion 03 to move from the clamping section 1451 to the detachment section 1452, so that the atomization module 2 is switched to the activated state. In this embodiment, a shape of the fastening plate 65 is approximately rectangular, and two sides with a relatively narrow width are of an arc-shaped structure. It can be learned from the figure that the X direction is toward a side with a relatively narrow width in an extension direction of the limiting hole 113 on a plane on which the fastening plate 65 is located, and the Y direction is toward a side with a relatively wide width in the extension direction of the limiting hole 113 on the plane on which the fastening plate 65 is located. A width of the limiting hole 113 in the X direction is less than a width of the first push plate 1461 in the X direction, and is greater than or equal to a width of the second push plate 1462 in the X direction, so that the second push plate 1462 may slide in the Y direction in the limiting hole 113. In this way, the locking structure 6 slides in the Y direction relative to the housing 1 within a limited width range. Widths of the first push plate 1461 and the second push plate 1462 in the Y direction are the same, and are less than a width of the limiting hole 113 in the Y direction. It should be noted that a difference between the width of the limiting hole 113 in the Y direction and the width of the first push plate 1461 and the second push plate 1462 in the Y direction is a range in which the locking structure 6 can slide relative to the housing 1, and the sliding range needs to satisfy that the first fitting portion 03 is detached from the second fitting portion 143 after the locking structure 6 slides relative to the housing 1, so that the elastic member 5 pushes the atomization module 2 to move to implement activation.

[0115] Referring to FIG. 17 to FIG. 19, in some embodiments, a first vent hole 114 is provided at the bottom on the side of the housing 1 close to the base 112, and the limiting hole 113 and the first vent hole 114 are located on a same side of the housing 1. A second vent hole 1122 is provided on a side of the base 112 away from the e-liquid storage space 11. A third vent hole 04 is provided on a side wall of the vent pipe 1232. A mouthpiece 115 is formed at an end of the housing 1 away from the limiting hole 113, a mouthpiece hole 12 is formed on the mouthpiece 115 inside the housing 1, and the mouthpiece hole 12 is in communication with the atomization assembly 20. When the atomization apparatus 100 is in the activated state, and the user inhales gas by using the atomization apparatus 100, the gas enters the housing 1 through the first vent hole 114, enters the base 112 from the housing 1 through the second vent hole 1122, enters the vent pipe 1232 from the base 112 through the third vent hole 04, enters the atomization assembly 20 from the vent pipe 1232, finally enters the mouthpiece hole 12 from the atomization assembly 20, and is discharged from the mouthpiece hole 12.

[0116] Referring to FIG. 17 to FIG. 19, in some embodiments, to ensure sealing of the atomization apparatus 100, the atomization apparatus 100 further includes a sealing sleeve 150 and a sealing ring 170. The sealing sleeve 150 is disposed between the mouthpiece hole 12 and an end of the atomization assembly 20 away from the base 112, and moves with the atomization assembly 20. The sealing sleeve 150 can prevent e-liquid from overflowing between the e-liquid storage space 11 and the end of the atomization assembly 20 away from the base 112. The sealing ring 170 is disposed on the side of the base 112 away from the e-liquid storage space 11, the vent pipe 1232 runs through the sealing ring 170 and moves relative to the sealing ring 170, and the sealing ring 170 can prevent gas from entering the base 112 from the housing 1 between the base 112 and the vent pipe 1232. In this embodiment, the sealing ring 170 is disposed between the second limiting portion 1121 and the vent pipe 1232. In some embodiments, the sealing sleeve 150 is a silicone sleeve, and the sealing ring 170 is a silicone ring.

[0117] Referring to FIG. 17 to FIG. 22, before delivery of the atomization apparatus 100 provided in some embodiments, the atomization apparatus 100 is not activated, the atomization module 2 is in the to-be-activated state, the first fitting portion 03 is in clamping fit with the second fitting portion 143, the elastic member 5 is in a compressed state, and the locking structure 6 restricts a position of the atomization module 2, so that the e-liquid inlet 22 is not in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, and the e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 cannot enter, through the e-liquid inlet 22, the atomization assembly 20 for atomization. When the user wants to use the atomization apparatus 100, the user needs only to flick the locking structure 6 to make the locking structure 6 slide relative to the housing 1, so that the first fitting portion 03 is detached from the second fitting portion 143, and the elastic member 5 generates an elastic force due to compression for force accumulation, to push the atomization module 2 to move. In this way, the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, that is, the atomization module 2 is switched to the activated state, and the atomization apparatus 100 is activated. Therefore, an operation in the activation process of the atomization apparatus 100 provided in this application is relatively simple, and the user does not need to exert a relatively great force. In addition, after the user flicks the locking structure 6, the atomization apparatus 100 pushes, by using the elastic force of the elastic member 5, the atomization module 2 to complete activation, so that the atomization apparatus 100 is subject to a relatively appropriate force when being activated, thereby reducing a case in which the atomization apparatus 100 is damaged or the atomization apparatus 100 fails to be activated due to an unstable force exerted by the user. In addition, activating the atomization apparatus 100 by flicking the locking structure 6 on the base 112 also conforms to the user's operation habit of opening the air channel on the base before using the atomization apparatus, so that an operation that is not perceived by the user can be implemented.

[0118] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 23 to FIG. 27, the locking structure 6 may be detached relative to the housing 1. When the user uses the atomization apparatus, the locking structure 6 is pulled to activate the atomization apparatus, so that the locking structure 6 is detached from the atomization module 2. After the position restriction on the atomization module 2 is released, the elastic member 5 drives the atomization module 2 to move to the e-liquid inlet 22 to face and be in contact with the e-liquid storage space 11. In this case, the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, and the atomization apparatus is in the activated state.

[0119] Referring to FIG. 23 to FIG. 27, in some implementations, the locking structure 6 is configured to be detachably connected to the atomization module 2 and the housing 1. When the locking structure 6 is inserted into the atomization module 2, the locking structure 6 is connected to the atomization module 2 and the housing 1, to implement position restriction on the atomization module 2, and the e-liquid inlet 22 is separated from the e-liquid storage space 11. Referring to FIG. 27, when the locking structure 6 is removed from the atomization module 2, a fixed connection to the atomization module 2 and the housing 1 is released, the position restriction on the atomization module 2 is released, the elastic member 5 drives the atomization module 2 to move toward the e-liquid storage space 11, so that the atomization apparatus is in the activated state, and the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, In this way, the aerosol generation e-liquid can enter the atomization module 2 from the e-liquid storage space 11 through the e-liquid inlet 22.

[0120] Referring to FIG. 23 to FIG. 27, in some implementations, the locking structure 6 includes an operation portion 402 and a fastening portion 401. The operation portion 402 is disposed outside the housing 1, and the fastening portion 401 is disposed inside the housing 1. The fastening portion 401 is configured to be detachably connected to the atomization module 2 and the housing 1. When activating the atomization apparatus, the user may release, by pulling the operation portion 402, a fixed connection from the fastening portion 401 to the atomization module 2 and the housing 1.

[0121] Referring to FIG. 23 to FIG. 27, in some implementations, the atomization module 2 includes a first limiting hole 223, and the housing 1 includes a second limiting hole 130. When the atomization apparatus is in an inactivated state, the fastening portion 401 of the locking structure 6 is inserted into the first limiting hole 223 and the second limiting hole 130, the second limiting hole 130 is configured to overlap a projection surface of the first limiting hole 223, the second limiting hole 130 is fixedly connected to the first limiting hole 223 through the fastening portion 401, the e-liquid inlet 22 directly faces the bottom sealing member 3, the e-liquid inlet 22 is sealed by the bottom sealing member 3, and the e-liquid inlet 22 is separated from the e-liquid storage space 11. When the restriction on the atomization module 2 is released, the locking structure 6 is configured to detach the fastening portion 401 from the first limiting hole 223, or detach the fastening portion 401 from the first limiting hole 223 and the second limiting hole 130, the second limiting hole 130 is configured to be disconnected from the first limiting hole 223, and the elastic member 5 drives the atomization module 2 to move, so that the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11. In this case, the second limiting hole 130 is configured to not overlap the projection surface of the first limiting hole 223.

[0122] In some implementations, referring to FIG. 23 to FIG. 27, the locking structure 6 is a pin, the pin is columnar, and an insertion and removal direction of the pin is perpendicular to an axial direction of the atomization module 2. The first limiting hole 223 and the second limiting hole 130 may be configured as pin holes adapted to the pin. In another embodiment, the first limiting hole 223, the second limiting hole 130, and the locking structure 6 may be alternatively disposed in other structures, for example, a pin joint or a screw joint, which is not limited herein, provided that clamping fit and a detachable connection with the locking structure 6 can be implemented.

[0123] Referring to FIG. 23 to FIG. 27, in some implementations, the elastic member 5 is configured between the atomization module 2 and the housing 1. When the atomization apparatus is in the inactivated state, the locking structure 6 locks the atomization module 2, and the elastic member 5 is restricted to a compressed state by the atomization module 2 and the housing 1 to accumulate a force for pushing the atomization module 2. In this case, the e-liquid inlet 22 and the e-liquid storage space 11 are in an isolated state. When the atomization apparatus needs to be activated, the locking structure 6 is released from locking the atomization module 2, and the fastening portion 401 of the locking structure 6 is detached from the first limiting hole 223 or the fastening portion 401 is detached from the first limiting hole 223 and the second limiting hole 130, so that the elastic member 5 generates, due to compression for force accumulation, an elastic force to push the atomization module 2 to move to a position at which the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, and then the aerosol generation e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 enters the atomization module 2 for atomization. In this case, the atomization apparatus is in the activated state, and the elastic member 5 is in a relatively elongated state. The elastic member 5 may be a spring, or may be another elastic structure, provided that the atomization module 2 can be pushed to move to the position for communication with the e-liquid storage space 11. This is not limited herein.

[0124] Referring to FIG. 23 to FIG. 27, in some implementations, the atomization module 2 includes the atomization assembly 20 and the pushing member 123. When the atomization apparatus is in the inactivated state, the elastic member 5 is compressed between the housing 1 and the pushing member 123, the compressed elastic member 5 accumulates a force for pushing the pushing member 123, and the locking structure 6 locks a position of the pushing member 123. Referring to FIG. 27, when the locking structure 6 is released from locking the pushing member 123, the elastic force generated by the elastic member 5 through compression for force accumulation pushes the pushing member 123 to move, and the pushing member 123 bears the atomization assembly 20 to push the atomization assembly 20 to move to the position at which the e-liquid inlet 22 is in communication with the e-liquid storage space 11, so that the aerosol generation e-liquid in the e-liquid storage space 11 enters the atomization assembly 20 for atomization.

[0125] As shown in FIG. 24, the first limiting portion 02 protruding in a circumferential direction is disposed on the pushing member 123, the first limiting portion 02 is disposed as an arc-shaped groove in a direction away from an atomization tube 29, an inner diameter of the first limiting portion 02 is greater than or equal to an outer diameter of the elastic member 5, and one end of the elastic member 5 is limited in the first limiting portion 02.

Claims

1. An atomization apparatus, comprising a housing, an atomization module, an elastic member, and a locking structure, wherein there is an e-liquid storage space in the housing, and there is an atomization space in the atomization module;the atomization module comprises at least a to-be-activated state and an activated state, the atomization space is isolated from the e-liquid storage space when the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, and the atomization space is in communication with the e-liquid storage space when the atomization module is in the activated state;the locking structure is configured to lock the atomization module in the to-be-activated state; andthe elastic member is configured to: after the locking structure is unlocked, apply an elastic force to the atomization module to move the atomization module to the activated state.

2. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the atomization module comprises a pushing member and an atomization assembly, the atomization space is located in the atomization assembly, the locking structure is configured to lock the pushing member, and the elastic member is configured to apply an elastic force to the pushing member after the locking structure is unlocked, so that the pushing member pushes the atomization assembly to move, and the atomization module moves to the activated state.

3. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the atomization apparatus comprises a bottom sealing member, the bottom sealing member seals a bottom of the e-liquid storage space, the atomization module is always in sealing fit with the bottom sealing member, the atomization module has an e-liquid inlet in communication with the atomization space, the e-liquid inlet is separated from the e-liquid storage space by the bottom sealing member when the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, and the e-liquid inlet is in communication with the e-liquid storage space when the atomization module is in the activated state.

4. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, whereinthe elastic member is configured between the atomization module and the housing, the elastic member is restricted to a compressed state by the atomization module and the housing when the locking structure locks the atomization module, and when the locking structure unlocks the atomization module, the elastic member pushes the atomization module to move to the activated state.

5. The atomization apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the pushing member is in push fit with and separable from the atomization assembly, or the pushing member is connected to the atomization assembly.

6. The atomization apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the atomization apparatus comprises a base fastened in the housing, the base has a base hole extending in a pushing direction of the pushing member, the atomization assembly is inserted into the base hole from a hole opening at an end of the base hole, the pushing member is inserted into the base hole from the other end of the base hole, and the base hole is capable of guiding the atomization module to move to the activated state, and is capable of guiding the pushing member to move.

7. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the atomization module comprises an atomization assembly and a pushing member, the pushing member is disposed on a side of the atomization assembly away from the e-liquid storage space, and a side of the pushing member close to the atomization assembly bears the atomization assembly to move to switch from the to-be-activated state to the activated state.

8. The atomization apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the housing comprises a base, the pushing member is disposed in the base, the pushing member slides along a side wall of the base, and the base is configured to restrict a lateral movement range of the pushing member.

9. The atomization apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the pushing member comprises a spring arm and a clamping structure located at an end portion of the spring arm, the housing has a locking hole, the spring arm extends into the locking hole, the clamping structure is clamped in the locking hole or at an edge of an outer side opening of the locking hole, the clamping structure and the housing block a pushing direction of the pushing member, and when the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, the locking structure and the spring arm block to restrict bending and deformation of the spring arm to release a blocking relationship between the clamping structure and the housing.

10. The atomization apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the pushing member has a pushing member locking end, the pushing member locking end extends out of the housing when the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, and retracts into the housing when the atomization module is in the activated state, and the locking structure locks the pushing member locking end to prevent the pushing member from pushing the atomization assembly.

11. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, wherein at least a part of the locking structure is an unlocking operation portion, the unlocking operation portion is located outside the housing when the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state, the housing has an air inlet for external gas to enter the atomization space, and the locking structure covers all or a part of the air inlet when the atomization module is in the to-be-activated state.

12. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the atomization module is in clamping fit with the locking structure, and the locking structure and the housing block a movement direction of the atomization module, to prevent the atomization module from moving to the activated state before the locking structure is unlocked.

13. The atomization apparatus according to claim 12, wherein the atomization module has a clamping hole or a clamping slot, and the locking structure is clamped into the clamping hole or the clamping slot.

14. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the locking structure is configured to be slidable relative to the housing.

15. The atomization apparatus according to claim 14, wherein a first fitting portion is disposed on the atomization module, a second fitting portion is disposed on the locking structure, the second fitting portion is configured to be capable of clamping fit with and slidable relative to the first fitting portion, the locking structure restricts the atomization module in the to-be-activated state when the first fitting portion and the second fitting portion are in clamping fit, and the locking structure releases the restriction on the atomization module after the first fitting portion and the second fitting portion slide relative to each other to be separated from each other.

16. The atomization apparatus according to claim 15, whereina sliding groove is provided in the locking structure, the sliding groove comprises at least a clamping section and a detachment section, the clamping section is provided with the second fitting portion, the first fitting portion slides in the sliding groove, the first fitting portion and the second fitting portion are in clamping fit when the first fitting portion is located on the clamping section, and when the first fitting portion slides away from the clamping section, the first fitting portion is separated from the second fitting portion, and the locking structure releases the restriction on the atomization module.

17. The atomization apparatus according to claim 14, wherein the locking structure is provided with a push plate for driving the locking structure to slide, a part of the push plate is exposed to the outside of the housing, and a limiting structure that limits a sliding range of the push plate is disposed on the housing.

18. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, whereinthe locking structure is configured to be detachably connected to the atomization module and the housing, the atomization module is fixedly connected to the housing when the locking structure is inserted into the atomization module, and the fixed connection between the atomization module and the housing is released when the locking structure is removed from the atomization module.

19. The atomization apparatus according to claim 1, whereinthe locking structure comprises an operation portion and a fastening portion, the operation portion is disposed outside the housing, the fastening portion is disposed inside the housing, and the fastening portion is configured to be detachably connected to the atomization module and the housing.

20. The atomization apparatus according to claim 19, whereinthe atomization module is provided with a first limiting hole, the housing is provided with a second limiting hole, and when the atomization module is locked, the locking structure is configured to insert the fastening portion into the first limiting hole and the second limiting hole, the second limiting hole is configured to overlap a projection surface of the first limiting hole, and the atomization space is isolated from the e-liquid storage space; and when a restriction on the atomization module is released, the locking structure is configured to detach the fastening portion from the first limiting hole, the second limiting hole is configured to not overlap the projection surface of the first limiting hole, and the atomization space is in communication with the e-liquid storage space.

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