Replaceable Atomizing Unit With Resilient Cushioning For Ceramic Rod Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing replaceable atomizing units for electronic cigarettes often suffer from damage to ceramic rods during assembly, leading to inefficiencies in aerosol generation and liquid distribution.
Innovation Solution
A replaceable atomizing unit design featuring a resilient silicone ring and a press fit element that securely holds a glass fiber or porous ceramic rod liquid conducting body, preventing damage during assembly and ensuring even liquid distribution and aerosol production.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a ceramic rod is used as the liquid conducting body, then the durability and heat resistance are improved, but the ceramic rod may be crushed during the assembling process
Solution Approach 1:
A resilient component is introduced between the press fit element and the liquid conducting body to provide cushioning during assembly. This resilient component absorbs assembly forces and prevents direct impact on the ceramic rod, thereby avoiding crushing while maintaining the durability benefits of ceramic material.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient component acts as an intermediary element between the press fit element and the liquid conducting body. It mediates the mechanical interaction during assembly, distributing forces evenly and protecting the fragile ceramic rod from crushing while still allowing the press fit element to secure the liquid conducting body in place.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a press fit element is used to fix the liquid conducting body, then the structural stability is improved, but the liquid conducting body may be damaged during assembly
Solution Approach 1:
The resilient component is positioned between the press fit element and the liquid conducting body to provide beforehand cushioning. This cushioning layer ensures that when the press fit element is tightened, the force is gradually applied and distributed, preventing sudden crushing of the liquid conducting body while still achieving the desired structural stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient component changes the mechanical parameters of the assembly process by introducing elasticity and compliance. It transforms the rigid press-fit interaction into a more controlled, progressive compression that maintains both structural stability and the integrity of the liquid conducting body.
3Temperature
If the liquid conducting body is made of ceramic material, then the heat resistance is improved, but the material is more prone to crushing during assembly
Solution Approach 1:
The resilient component provides beforehand cushioning that specifically protects the ceramic liquid conducting body from crushing forces during assembly. This allows the ceramic material to maintain its superior heat resistance properties while the cushioning element compensates for its lower resistance to mechanical impact and compression during the assembly process.
Solution Approach 2:
The atomizing unit employs a composite structure combining ceramic liquid conducting body (for heat resistance) with resilient material (for mechanical protection). This composite approach leverages the strengths of each material: ceramic provides thermal stability while the resilient component provides mechanical protection against crushing.
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 enhances the durability of ceramic rods and improves aerosol generation by maintaining the structural integrity of the liquid conducting body, ensuring efficient tobacco liquid absorption and aerosol formation without damaging the ceramic material during assembly.
Implementation Method 1
A replaceable atomizing unit is provided. The atomizing unit includes a liquid conducting body configured for absorbing tobacco liquid, a heating element, a holder, and a press fit element coupled with the holder to fix the liquid conducting body. A resilient component is further provided and nested by the press fit element
Implementation Method 2
The liquid conducting body is a glass fiber core or a ceramic rod
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AI summary
An exemplary replaceable atomizing unit (100) includes a liquid conducting body (103), a heating element (112) in contact with the liquid conducting body (103), a holder (101), and a press fit element (102). The holder (101) is configured for supporting the liquid conducting body (103). The holder (101) includes an open end (1011). The press fit element (102) is coupled with the open end (1011). The press fit element (102) and the holder (101) cooperatively define an atomizing chamber (111). The heating element (112) is received in the atomizing chamber (111). The open end (1011) defines a gap (1012) for accommodating the liquid conducting body (103). At least one part of the liquid conducting body (103) extends along the gap (1012) outside of the atomizing chamber (111). The atomizing unit (100) further includes a resilient component (108) nesting the open end (1011), and the resilient component (108) is tightly pressed against the liquid conducting body (103) by the press fit element (102).