Detachable Heater Module Memory for Precise Aerosol Temperature Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing aerosol generating devices face challenges in accurately calculating and controlling heater temperature, require easy cleaning and replacement, and lack efficient component management.
Innovation Solution
An aerosol generating device with a detachable heater module containing a memory to store unique heater information, coupled with a controller to accurately calculate and control heater temperature, and a design allowing easy replacement and cleaning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the heater module is made detachable for easy cleaning and replacement, then ease of operation and ease of repair are improved, but device complexity increases due to the need for memory and controller integration
Solution Approach 1:
The heater assembly is divided into a detachable heater module that can be separated from the main device body. This segmentation allows the heater module to be easily removed for cleaning or replacement without disassembling the entire device, directly improving ease of operation while the modular design helps manage complexity through standardized interfaces
2Ease of repair
If the heater module is made detachable for easy replacement, then ease of repair is improved, but device complexity increases due to the need for memory and controller integration
Solution Approach 1:
The heater module is segmented as a replaceable unit that can be quickly swapped out without complex disassembly. This segmentation directly improves ease of repair by allowing users to replace the entire heater module in one action, while the standardized design with integrated memory and controller reduces the complexity burden through modularity
3Measurement precision
If memory is integrated into the heater module to store unique heater information, then measurement precision is improved for temperature control, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The memory storing unique heater information is merged directly into the heater module, combining data storage with the heating function. This merging improves measurement precision by ensuring the controller has direct access to heater-specific characteristics for accurate temperature control, while the integration reduces overall device complexity by eliminating separate storage components
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
Enables precise temperature control, easy cleaning, and straightforward replacement of the heater module, enhancing device performance and user convenience.
Implementation Method 1
a heater coupled to the heater module
Data Source
AI summary
An aerosol generating device according to the present disclosure includes: a body; a heater module structured to detachably couple with the body and the heater module is shaped to define a first insertion space and includes an end that is open; a heater coupled to the heater module; a memory coupled to the heater module and is configured to store information specifically associated with the heater; and a controller coupled to the body, and is configured to receive the information from the memory, and control an operation of the heater based on the information.