Aerosol Heating Profile Selection for Situation-Based Taste Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing aerosol generating apparatuses face difficulties in appropriately changing the heating mode of aerosol or flavor sources in response to a user's situation, such as mental state or specific events, without altering the type of aerosol or flavor source.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus and method that outputs options related to a user's mental state, actions, or desired smoking taste and flavor, allowing users to select and change the heating profile of the aerosol generating apparatus, including options for concentration, relaxation, and specific events, and automatically updates the heating profile accordingly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the heating mode of the aerosol source or flavor source is changed to match user situation, then the smoking taste and flavor satisfaction is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic heating profiles that can be adjusted in real-time based on user-selected situations (e.g., concentration, relaxation, social events). The control unit dynamically modifies heating parameters including temperature, heating time, and power output to match different user needs, transforming a static heating system into an adaptive one.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes physical parameters of the heating process (temperature, heating duration, power level) based on different user situations. By pre-defining multiple heating profiles with different parameter combinations and selecting appropriate profiles based on user input, the system achieves adaptability without requiring complex real-time calculations.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple heating profiles are provided for different situations, then the smoking taste and flavor variety is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary layer (the control unit with pre-defined profiles) that mediates between the user's simple situation selection and the complex heating parameters. Users only need to select from predefined situations (concentration, relaxation, social events) rather than directly adjusting multiple heating parameters, simplifying the operation while maintaining variety.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary action by pre-defining multiple heating profiles with optimized parameters for different situations before use. This preparation work is done in advance, so when the user needs a specific heating mode, they can directly select from the pre-configured options without needing to configure parameters manually each time.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the heating profile is dynamically adjusted based on user selection, then the user experience is improved, but the loss of time for profile configuration increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary action by pre-configuring multiple heating profiles with different temperature, time, and power parameters for various situations (concentration, relaxation, social events). This preparation is done once during device setup or manufacturing, eliminating the need for repeated configuration during actual use.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides self-service by automatically selecting and applying the appropriate heating profile based on the user's simple situation input. The control unit handles the complex task of profile selection and parameter adjustment automatically, saving the user time and effort that would otherwise be spent on manual configuration.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables users to easily obtain desired smoking taste and flavor without changing the aerosol or flavor source, improving user experience and marketability by allowing dynamic adjustment of the heating profile based on situational needs.
Implementation Method 1
an electric resistance type or an induction heating type heater
Implementation Method 2
an electric resistance type or an induction heating type heater
Data Source
AI summary
An information processing apparatus changes a heating profile of an aerosol generating apparatus that includes a heating portion heating an aerosol source or a flavor source. The information processing apparatus comprises circuitry configured to: output information indicating a plurality of options; receive selection of one option among the plurality of options; and change the heating profile to a heating profile corresponding to the selected option. The circuitry is configured to output the information indicating the plurality of options including at least one of an option related to a mental state of a user, an option related to a predetermined action or event, and an option related to a smoking taste and flavor in the aerosol generating apparatus.