Adaptable Receptacle for Equal Consumable Protrusion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing non-combustible aerosol provision devices face challenges in accommodating aerosol-generating consumables of varying lengths, leading to inconsistent aerosol generation and potential dislodgment during use, as they do not ensure equal protrusion of consumables from the device, affecting airflow structures and usability.
Innovation Solution
The device incorporates an adaptable mechanism, such as a removable or pivotable adaptor, that adjusts the effective length of the receptacle to ensure consumables of different lengths protrude equally, maintaining consistent airflow structures and preventing unintentional removal, by configuring the heating arrangement to accommodate various consumable dimensions through adjustable heating portions and retention elements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the receptacle has a fixed length, then the device structure is simple, but consumables of different lengths protrude by different amounts leading to inconsistent aerosol generation
Solution Approach 1:
The receptacle structure is made adjustable through adaptors that can be configured in different positions or removed entirely, allowing the effective length of the receptacle to vary dynamically based on the consumable being used. This enables the device to accommodate consumables of different lengths while maintaining consistent protrusion distances.
Solution Approach 2:
The receptacle is divided into a main body and adjustable adaptor components. The adaptor can be segmented into different sections or configured in multiple positions, allowing independent adjustment of the receptacle's effective length without redesigning the entire structure.
2Reliability
If the receptacle length is adjusted for each consumable, then consistent aerosol generation is achieved, but the operation becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor incorporates retention elements that automatically engage with the consumable upon insertion, self-adjusting to the appropriate position based on the consumable's length or dimensions. This eliminates the need for manual adjustment by the user while ensuring consistent aerosol generation.
Solution Approach 2:
The adaptor changes its effective length parameter automatically or through simple user action, transitioning between different configured states to match the consumable being used. This allows the system to adapt to varying consumable parameters without requiring complex manual intervention.
3Productivity
If the heating arrangement is fixed, then the device structure is simple, but it cannot efficiently heat consumables of different dimensions
Solution Approach 1:
The heating arrangement is designed to work effectively with consumables of various dimensions by incorporating multiple heating portions or adjustable heating elements. The same heating system can accommodate different consumable sizes through its multi-functional design, maintaining high heating efficiency across various configurations.
4Adaptability or versatility
If consumables protrude by different amounts, then the device can accommodate various lengths, but airflow structures are affected and dislodgment occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor incorporates retention elements positioned at specific locations that provide localized engagement with the consumable. These retention features are strategically placed to ensure proper securing of the consumable regardless of its overall length, preventing dislodgment while allowing length variation.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution ensures consistent aerosol generation across different consumable lengths, enhances user safety by preventing accidental dislodgment, and allows for efficient heating of aerosol-generating materials, maximizing the heated area for aerosol production.
Implementation Method 1
heating aerosol-generating material in a consumable to volatilize at least one component of the aerosol-generating material
Implementation Method 2
an adaptor configured to adapt the non-combustible aerosol provision device by varying an effective length of the receptacle
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AI summary
A non-combustible aerosol provision device for generating an aerosol from aerosol-generating material included in a consumable, the non-combustible aerosol provision device having: a receptacle for receiving the consumable; and an adaptor configured to adapt the non-combustible aerosol provision device by varying an effective length of the receptacle such that each of a plurality consumables of different lengths, which are individually receivable in the receptacle, when received in the receptacle for use, protrude from the non-combustible aerosol provision device by substantially equal amounts.