Atomizer Snap Joint for Easy Aerosol Generator Replacement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current electronic cigarette atomizers are costly and inefficient due to threaded connections, making assembly and disassembly complicated and inconvenient, especially when replacing the aerosol generator, which can lead to contact with tobacco liquid.
Innovation Solution
An atomizer design featuring a snap joint mechanism for easy assembly and disassembly, where the aerosol generator is inserted into the atomizer body and connected via a base component with an elastic element, eliminating the need for threaded connections and allowing direct removal without contacting tobacco liquid.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If threaded connection is used to mount aerosol generator in atomizer, then connection strength is improved, but assembly complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The atomizer is divided into separate components (atomizer body, base component, aerosol generator) that can be independently assembled and disassembled. The snap-fit mechanism enables modular segmentation while maintaining connection strength, eliminating the need for threaded assemblies.
Solution Approach 2:
The base component serves as an intermediary element between the atomizer body and aerosol generator. It provides the snap-fit connection mechanism that simplifies assembly while ensuring secure mounting, acting as a mediator that resolves the contradiction between simple assembly and strong connection.
2Reliability
If threaded connection is used to mount aerosol generator, then connection reliability is improved, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base component is designed as a disposable or replaceable element that can be easily manufactured at low cost. Rather than using expensive threaded connections, the snap-fit mechanism allows for economical production while maintaining sufficient connection reliability for the intended use lifecycle.
Solution Approach 2:
The snap-fit connection mechanism is designed to be self-aligning and self-securing, eliminating the need for complex manufacturing processes or additional fastening components. The elastic element automatically provides both connection and sealing functions when components are assembled.
3Ease of operation
If aerosol generator is replaced by unscrewing thread, then disassembly is possible, but tobacco liquid contact occurs causing poor user experience
Solution Approach 1:
The aerosol generator can be easily extracted from the atomizer body by simply pulling it outward, without needing to unscrew threads or disassemble complex mechanisms. The snap-fit connection allows for clean removal that prevents tobacco liquid spillage or contact, improving user experience.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of requiring unscrewing or complex disassembly procedures, the connection mechanism is inverted to use a simple push-in and snap-fit approach. This reverses the traditional thread-based assembly method, enabling easy removal without the harmful side effect of tobacco liquid contact.
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 design reduces assembly costs, simplifies the process, and enhances user convenience by allowing easy replacement of the aerosol generator without screwing threads and minimizing contact with tobacco liquid.
Implementation Method 1
the elastic element includes a spring and a moving sleeve capable of sliding along the pipe cavity
Implementation Method 2
The base component and the atomizer body are detachably connected by means of a snap joint
Implementation Method 3
an aerosol generator, configured for aerosolizing tobacco liquid from the liquid storage chamber to generate an aerosol
Implementation Method 4
the housing has a liquid inlet, the tobacco liquid from the liquid storage space is absorbed through the liquid inlet and heated to generate an aerosol
Data Source
AI summary
An atomizer with easy assembly and disassembly is disclosed including: an atomizer body; a liquid storage chamber formed inside the atomizer body and configured for storing the tobacco liquid; an aerosol generator, configured for aerosolizing tobacco liquid from the liquid storage chamber to generate an aerosol, and capable of being inserted into the tobacco liquid chamber from an end of the atomizer body; an air pipe, disposed inside the atomizer body and configured for conducting the aerosol generated by the aerosol generator; and a base component, connecting an end of the aerosol body by snap joint; the base component abuts against a first end of the aerosol generator such that a second end of the aerosol generator connects the air pipe.