Aerosol Generating Apparatus Self-Diagnosis Module Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Aerosol generating apparatuses lack self-diagnostic capabilities to accurately detect errors and provide effective solutions, leading to unnecessary user costs and time spent on repairs.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a processor and memory to perform self-diagnosis on modules, detect abnormal operations, and output specific solutions to the user, including sequential steps for error resolution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If self-diagnosis function is added to aerosol generating apparatus, then error detection accuracy is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The aerosol generating apparatus performs self-diagnosis on its own modules (heater, battery, processor, motor) without requiring external diagnostic equipment. The processor automatically detects abnormalities in each module and provides corresponding solutions, enabling the device to serve its own diagnostic needs and reducing dependency on professional repair services.
2Measurement precision
If self-diagnosis is performed on multiple modules, then error detection capability is improved, but processing time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary self-diagnosis on all modules (heater, battery, processor, motor) before the user attempts to use the device. By detecting and reporting errors in advance through the display unit, the system prevents time loss during actual usage and allows users to address issues proactively rather than reactively.
3Ease of repair
If detailed solutions are provided to users, then ease of repair is improved, but information processing load increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides localized, targeted information by identifying which specific module has the error and presenting only the relevant solution for that module. Rather than overwhelming the user with general troubleshooting information, the display unit delivers precise, module-specific repair guidance (e.g., heater replacement, battery charging) tailored to the detected abnormality.
Data Source
AI summary
An aerosol generating apparatus according to an aspect includes a memory that stores data relating to a state of the aerosol generating apparatus, a display that outputs information relating to the aerosol generating apparatus, and a processor, and the processor detects an abnormal operation of the aerosol generating apparatus based on data stored in the memory, performs self-diagnosis on modules included in the aerosol generating apparatus as the abnormal operation is detected, and controls the display to output a first solution corresponding to an error detected according to the self-diagnosis.