Atomizer Mechanical Switch for Condensate-Resistant Power Triggering
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Solution Overview
Problem
The diaphragm microphone in atomizers fails to trigger power supply due to being soaked by condensate, leading to ineffective airflow sensing and power activation.
Innovation Solution
An atomizer design incorporating a mechanical switch and control circuit that allows for controlled power supply to the atomizing head, using a battery rod with a main control board, switch board, and control circuit to manage power delivery based on trigger information, ensuring reliable power activation and voltage control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a diaphragm microphone is used as an airflow sensing switch to trigger power supply, then the atomizer can be activated by airflow, but the diaphragm microphone fails to work due to being soaked by condensate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the sensing function from the diaphragm microphone and separates it from the power supply triggering function. The diaphragm microphone remains for airflow sensing, while a distinct mechanical switch (push button) handles power supply activation. This separation prevents condensate from affecting the triggering mechanism while preserving airflow sensing capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a mechanical switch as an intermediary between the user and the power supply system. Instead of relying directly on the diaphragm microphone to trigger power supply, the mechanical switch serves as a reliable intermediary that is not affected by condensate, ensuring consistent power activation while the diaphragm microphone continues to sense airflow.
2Reliability
If a mechanical switch is used to control power supply, then power activation becomes reliable and resistant to condensate, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a simple mechanical push button switch that replicates the triggering function without the complexity of electronic sensors. This mechanical copying of the power activation function provides reliability against condensate while maintaining simplicity in the switching mechanism itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The mechanical switch is designed as a simple, durable component that does not require complex electronics or maintenance. Its straightforward mechanical design makes it resistant to condensate and easier to manufacture, offsetting the added complexity through simplicity and reliability.
3Ease of operation
If the first electrical connection part is exposed from the rod body and the second electrical connection part is exposed from the housing, then electrical connection is achieved when atomizing head is inserted, but the structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the electrical connection system into two separate parts: the first electrical connection part on the battery rod and the second electrical connection part on the atomizing head. This segmentation allows each part to be independently positioned and connected, simplifying the overall connection structure while ensuring reliable electrical contact when the atomizing head is inserted.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of having hidden or internal electrical connections, the patent inverts the approach by exposing the electrical connection parts on the outer surfaces of the battery rod and atomizing head. This inversion makes the connection process straightforward and visible, reducing structural complexity while maintaining ease of operation.
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AI summary
An atomizer is provided. The atomizer includes a battery rod, including a rod body, a battery, and a first electrical connection part arranged on the rod body and exposed from the rod body, wherein an end of the rod body is disposed with a receiving part, and the first electrical connection part is located in the receiving part, an atomizing head, including a housing and a second electrical connection part arranged on the housing and exposed from the housing, and a mechanical switch, arranged on the rod body and exposed outside the rod body, wherein the mechanical switch is electrically connected between the battery and the first electrical connection part, and configured to turn on or turn off an electrical connection between the battery and the first electrical connection part; wherein the first electrical connection part is in contact with the second electrical connection part when the atomizing head is inserted into the receiving part, the electrical connection between the battery and the first electrical connection part is turned on when the atomizing head is inserted into the receiving part and the mechanical switch is triggered, and thereby an electrical connection between the first electrical connection part and the second electrical connection part is turned on to supply a power to the atomizing head through the battery. Using the mechanical switch to control the battery rod whether supply a power to the atomizing head or not can ensure the effectiveness of triggering power supply for a long time.