Integrally Formed Atomizer Connector for Electronic Cigarette Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
The complex connecting structure between the atomizing device and the battery assembly in electronic cigarettes complicates assembly, leading to low production efficiency and high production costs.
Innovation Solution
An atomizing device with a simplified connector system, featuring an integrally formed first connector with coaxially arranged insulated, inner, and outer electrodes, and a battery assembly with a second connector, allowing for a plug connection that simplifies the assembly process and reduces production costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a traditional connecting structure with multiple elements is used between the atomizing device and battery assembly, then the connection reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases and assembly difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate connector elements (insulator, inner electrode, outer electrode) into a single integrally formed first connector. This merging reduces the number of parts and simplifies the connector structure while maintaining the electrical connection functionality between the atomizing device and battery assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The first connector is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it provides electrical connection through the inner and outer electrodes, provides insulation through the insulated body, and provides structural support. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components and simplifies the overall connector design.
2Reliability
If a traditional connecting structure with multiple elements is used, then the electrical connection stability is improved, but the ease of manufacture deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the insulator, inner electrode, and outer electrode into a single first connector, the patent reduces the number of assembly steps. The integrally formed connector is installed as one piece, eliminating the need to separately assemble multiple electrical connection elements, thereby improving ease of manufacture while maintaining electrical connection stability.
3Reliability
If a complex connecting structure is used, then the connection reliability is improved, but the productivity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The integrally formed first connector reduces the number of parts that need to be manufactured, stored, and assembled. This simplification of the connector structure into a single component directly improves production efficiency by reducing assembly time and operational complexity while maintaining reliable electrical connections.
4Reliability
If multiple separate connector elements are used, then the electrical insulation reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the insulation function into the first connector by providing an insulated body that surrounds the inner and outer electrodes. This merging of the insulator with the electrode structure eliminates the need for separate insulator components while maintaining electrical insulation reliability through the coaxial arrangement and integrated design.
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
The simplified connector system facilitates easy assembly of electronic cigarettes, increasing production efficiency and reducing costs by eliminating the need for additional air passages and complex connections.
Implementation Method 1
The liquid conducting component is configured for absorbing the tobacco liquid from the liquid chamber
Implementation Method 2
a heating wire wound around the liquid conducting component. The liquid conducting component is configured for absorbing the tobacco liquid from the liquid chamber
Data Source
AI summary
An exemplary atomizing device includes an atomizing sleeve, a liquid chamber in the atomizing sleeve, an atomizing assembly, a first connector arranged at one end of the atomizing sleeve. The liquid chamber is configured for reserving tobacco liquid. The atomizing assembly includes a liquid conducting component and a heating wire wound around the liquid conducting component. The liquid conducting component is configured for absorbing the tobacco liquid from the liquid chamber. The first connector is integrally formed, and includes an insulated body, an inner electrode and an outer electrode fixed in the insulated body. The insulated body, the inner electrode and the outer electrode are coaxially arranged. Two ends of the heating wire are connected to the inner electrode and the outer electrode respectively. In addition, the present disclosure also relates to a battery assembly, and an electronic cigarette using the atomizing device and the battery assembly.