Hinged Dual Vaporizer Battery Layout for Two-Cartridge Access

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Solution Overview

Problem

Vaporizer devices typically allow only a single vaporizer cartridge, requiring frequent replacement or the use of multiple devices to access different vapors, which is inconvenient and difficult to operate simultaneously.

Innovation Solution

A dual vaporizer battery device with pivotally affixed battery housings that can be configured linearly or in parallel, allowing two separate vaporizer housings to be securely connected to each battery, enabling simultaneous operation and easy switching between different vapor flavors.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a single vaporizer cartridge is used, then the device structure is simple, but the user cannot access different vapor flavors without replacing cartridges

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveaccess to different vapor flavorsVSAvoiddevice structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines two complete vaporizer systems (each with battery, cartridge, and mouthpiece) into a single integrated device. The two battery housings are pivotally affixed together, allowing both systems to operate from one unified structure, thereby providing multiple vapor flavors without requiring separate devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The dual battery housing structure serves multiple functions: it houses two separate batteries, supports two different cartridges simultaneously, and provides two mouthpieces for independent use. This multi-functional design allows the single device to replace multiple separate vaporizer systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If two separate vaporizer systems are used to access hybrid vapors, then different vapor flavors are available, but operating two separate controls simultaneously is difficult

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvehybrid vapor capabilityVSAvoidcontrol operation
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges two separate control systems into one integrated unit. Both heating elements are housed within the same device structure, allowing the user to operate both vaporization functions from a single location, eliminating the difficulty of coordinating two separate devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The pivotal hinge connection acts as an intermediary mechanism that physically links the two battery housings while allowing independent operation. This mediator structure enables both systems to function simultaneously without requiring the user to manually coordinate two separate devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple separate cartridges are carried to access different vapors, then flavor variety is achieved, but the cartridges can be easily misplaced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevapor flavor varietyVSAvoidcartridge retention
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple cartridge storage locations into a single device structure. Both cartridges are retained within the unified dual battery housing, eliminating the risk of misplacing separate cartridges carried in pockets or bags.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The device segments the vapor flavor selection by providing dedicated cartridge chambers within the dual battery housing. Each battery housing can accommodate its own cartridge, creating organized, fixed storage locations that prevent misplacement while maintaining flavor variety.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

4Adaptability or versatility

If a single battery housing is used, then the device is compact, but only one vaporizer cartridge can be retained

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecartridge capacityVSAvoiddevice size
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSVolume of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges two battery housings into a single integrated structure through pivotal connection. This combination increases the cartridge capacity to hold two different vapor flavors while maintaining a relatively compact form factor compared to carrying two completely separate devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The pivotal hinge connection allows the two battery housings to fold against each other, utilizing three-dimensional space efficiently. When folded, the device maintains a compact profile; when extended, it provides access to both cartridges and mouthpieces, optimizing space utilization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Data Source

PatentUS12167752B2Dual vaporizer battery device
Publication Date: 2024.12.17 WEISS BRETT
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AI summary

A dual vaporizer battery device is provided. The device includes a first battery housing having a first end opposite a second end and a second battery housing having a proximal end opposite a distal end. A first battery is disposed within the first battery housing and a second battery is disposed within the second battery housing. The first end is pivotally affixed to the proximal end via a hinge. The first battery housing is selectively movable relative to the second battery housing between a linear configuration and a parallel configuration. The first battery housing is coaxial relative to the second battery housing when in the linear configuration. A connector is disposed on each of the second end and the distal end, wherein each connector removably secures a vaporizer housing thereto, such that each vaporizer housing is in operable communication with each of the first and second batteries.