Atomizer Liquid Supply Sliding Block Seal Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic cigarette atomizers face issues with tobacco liquid leakage during liquid supply replacement, leading to unsatisfactory user experience due to residual liquid flowing into the atomizing assembly and causing pollution.
Innovation Solution
An atomizer design featuring a liquid supply with a sliding block that seals and opens a liquid outlet, forming a snap-fit connection with the atomizing device, allowing controlled flow of tobacco liquid and preventing leakage during assembly and disassembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the liquid supply is replaced with a new one, then the atomizer can continue to function, but the residual tobacco liquid flows out and pollutes the atomizing assembly
Solution Approach 1:
The sliding block is positioned in advance to seal the liquid outlet before the liquid supply is detached. This preliminary sealing action prevents residual tobacco liquid from flowing out and polluting the atomizing assembly during the replacement process, thereby resolving the contradiction between ease of operation and prevention of harmful effects
Solution Approach 2:
The sealing mechanism applies a counter-action in advance by blocking the liquid outlet with the sliding block before detachment occurs. This preliminary anti-action counteracts the potential harmful effect of liquid leakage, allowing users to replace the liquid supply without experiencing pollution of the atomizing assembly
2Productivity
If the liquid outlet is opened for liquid flow, then tobacco liquid can flow into the atomizing device, but liquid leakage occurs during assembly and disassembly
Solution Approach 1:
The sliding block provides dynamic control of the liquid outlet, transitioning between sealed and open states based on assembly status. During assembly and disassembly, the block remains in the sealed position to prevent leakage. Once assembled, the engaging part drives the block to the open position for efficient liquid transfer, thus resolving the contradiction between productivity and reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The sliding block acts as an intermediary mechanism between the liquid supply and atomizing device. It mediates the liquid flow by controlling the outlet state - sealed during assembly/disassembly operations and open during normal operation, thereby ensuring both reliable leak-free operation and efficient liquid transfer when needed
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 solution effectively prevents tobacco liquid leakage during liquid supply replacement, enhancing user experience by ensuring a clean and efficient transfer of liquid between the liquid supply and atomizing device, thereby maintaining the atomizing assembly's cleanliness and performance.
Implementation Method 1
When the sliding block is in the first position, the sliding block seals the liquid outlet
Implementation Method 2
The engaging part is capable of sliding along a predetermined track to form a snap-fit connection with the connecting end, and simultaneously driving the sliding block to move from the first position to the second position
Implementation Method 3
The liquid supply includes a connecting end and a liquid outlet defined in the connecting end. The engaging part defines a liquid inlet through which tobacco liquid can flow into the atomizing device
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to an atomizer includes an atomizing device and a liquid supply. The atomizing device includes an engaging part. The liquid supply includes a liquid chamber. The liquid supply includes a connecting end and a liquid outlet defined in the connecting end. The engaging part defines a liquid inlet through which tobacco liquid can flow into the atomizing device. The liquid supply further includes a sliding block slidable between a first position and a second position. When the sliding block is in the first position, the sliding block seals the liquid outlet; when the sliding block is in the second position, the liquid outlet is opened. The engaging part is capable of sliding along a predetermined track to form a snap-fit connection with the connecting end, and simultaneously driving the sliding block to move from the first position to the second position.