Charging Case Layout for Easier Aerosol Consumable Exchange
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Solution Overview
Problem
Aerosol generating devices face challenges with consumable replacement being an awkward process due to component size and orientation requirements, and the inconvenience of carrying and charging the device with a bulky power cable.
Innovation Solution
An aerosol generating system with a charging case that includes a larger battery, allowing for wireless or contact charging, and a receiving means that supports the device in a specific orientation for easy consumable exchange and simultaneous battery charging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Duration of action of moving object
If the device includes a battery for power supply, then the device can operate autonomously, but the battery depletes after limited use requiring frequent charging or replacement
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into two battery components: a device battery within the aerosol generating device and a case battery within the charging case. The case battery serves as an external power reservoir that can recharge the device battery multiple times, effectively extending the operational duration without requiring the user to carry charging cables or frequently connect to mains power.
Solution Approach 2:
The charging case acts as an intermediary power source between the mains power supply and the device battery. Instead of directly charging the device from mains (which requires cables and outlets), the case battery stores energy and provides portable recharging capability, simplifying the charging process to merely placing the device in the case.
2Duration of action of moving object
If a power cable is provided for charging the battery, then the device can be recharged from mains, but the cable is bulky and inconvenient to carry
Solution Approach 1:
The charging cable and mains power connection requirements are extracted from the device itself and transferred to the charging case. The case contains the power storage battery and charging circuitry, allowing the device to be recharged wirelessly or via simple contact connection without requiring the user to carry or manipulate charging cables.
Solution Approach 2:
The mechanical charging cable connection system is replaced with a wireless or contact-based charging interface. The device communicates power transfer requirements electronically, and the case automatically provides power through electromagnetic induction or direct contact, eliminating the need for physical cable manipulation.
3Manufacturing precision
If the consumable replacement process requires specific device orientation and manual manipulation, then precise control is achieved, but the process becomes awkward and difficult for users
Solution Approach 1:
The charging case merges multiple functions: it charges the device battery, stores replacement consumables, and provides a controlled environment for consumable exchange. The case's receiving means holds the device in the correct orientation automatically, eliminating the need for users to manually manipulate the device into precise positions for both charging and consumable replacement.
Solution Approach 2:
The receiving means in the charging case automatically orients and positions the device correctly for charging and consumable exchange. The system self-adjusts to provide the necessary precision, removing the burden of manual positioning from the user while maintaining accurate consumable installation and proper charging alignment.
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
Simplifies consumable replacement and reduces the need for frequent charging, enabling longer device usage and eliminating the inconvenience of carrying a charging cable while allowing easy consumable exchange and charging on the go.
Implementation Method 1
the battery (123) is arranged to charge the device battery (143) when the aerosol generating device (110) is received in the charging position
Implementation Method 2
heat a consumable without burning it to provide an aerosol (also referred to as a vapour) to a user for inhalation
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AI summary
An aerosol generating system includes an aerosol generating device (110) and a charging case (120) for charging the aerosol generating device when it is received in the case. The aerosol generating device comprises a device battery, a heating chamber (111) comprising a lid (112) arranged to move between an open and closed position to allow a consumable (130) to be received in the heating chamber. The charging case comprises a case battery, a receiving means (122) for receiving the aerosol generating device in a charging position within the case. When the aerosol generating device is received in the charging position, the device battery is connectable to the case battery to charge the device battery and the lid of the heating chamber is moveable to allow a consumable to be inserted or removed from the heating chamber by a user.