Electronic Scented Candle Air-Pump Atomization for Rapid Scent Release
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic scented candles do not produce satisfactory scents and are not convenient to use.
Innovation Solution
An electronic candle device with a scent chamber, air pump, and channels for fragrance distribution, allowing for high-pressure atomization and controlled scent release, along with features like tilt sensors and noise reduction mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a fan is used to force scent to a scent outlet in existing electronic scented candles, then the device structure is simple, but the scent production is unsatisfactory and the device is not convenient to use
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs an air pump to generate pressurized air flow that forces fragrance material through channels and out of the device. This pneumatic system replaces the simple fan-based approach, creating controlled high-velocity air streams that efficiently transport scent molecules, thereby improving scent production quality while maintaining reasonable structural complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes temperature control to change the physical state and volatility of fragrance materials. By heating the fragrance container, the system increases the vapor pressure and evaporation rate of the scent material, enhancing scent release efficiency and quality without requiring overly complex mechanical structures
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional true flame candles are used, then a pleasant ambience is provided, but hazards including fire risk, hot wax damage, and soot emission occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chemical combustion process of traditional candles with an electronic system comprising LED lights and an air pump. The LED provides the visual flame effect without actual combustion, while the air pump mechanically forces scented air through channels to create ambiance and scent, thereby eliminating fire risk and soot emission while maintaining the pleasant atmospheric quality
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary air pump system that transports fragrance material from the container through channels to the outlet. This intermediary mechanism allows the scent to be delivered without direct combustion, serving as a safe mediator between the fragrance source and the environment, thereby eliminating harmful combustion byproducts while maintaining ambient quality
3Productivity
If high-pressure atomization is implemented for rapid scent generation, then scent production efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the scent delivery system into multiple separate channels, each with specific functions. The fragrance container, air pump, channels, and outlet are segmented into distinct components that work together. This segmentation allows for efficient high-pressure atomization in each channel while keeping the overall device manageable through modular design
Solution Approach 2:
The patent adds the dimension of pressurized air flow to the scent delivery system. By introducing high-velocity air streams from the air pump through the channels, the system achieves rapid scent generation and dissipation. This dimensional addition (pressure/velocity) enhances productivity without requiring proportional increases in structural complexity
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 rapid and efficient generation and dissipation of scented material, providing a pleasant aroma and safe operation.
Implementation Method 1
an air pump configured to pump air, wherein the first channel of the scent chamber is removably coupled to a first section of a fragrance container to direct the pumped air into the fragrance container, wherein the second channel of the scent chamber is removably coupled to a second section of a fragrance container to draw, under air pressure of the pumped air, a fragrance material from the fragrance container into the scent chamber
Implementation Method 2
enables rapid and efficient generation and dissipation of scented material, providing a pleasant aroma and safe operation
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AI summary
Methods, systems, and devices relating to an electronic scented candle that is convenient to use and enables rapid generation and dissipation of scented materials are described. One electronic candle device includes a shell that has a through hole, a flame element protruding through the through hole, an installation lid including a locking base to allow removable coupling of a fragrance container, a scent chamber including a locking clip, a first channel, a second channel, a third channel, and a fourth channel. The scent chamber is removably coupled to the locking base by the locking clip, and an air pump provided to supply pressurized air.