Modular Atomizer Assembly for Solder-Free Electrical Connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
The manufacturing process of conventional atomization devices, such as electronic cigarettes, is complicated and labor-intensive due to soldering and assembly requirements.
Innovation Solution
A modular design for atomization devices involving a hollow rod with assembled atomization, battery, and sensing components, utilizing mechanical configurations for simple automated assembly, reducing labor costs and simplifying the manufacturing process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If soldering and assembling are used for electrical configuration, then electrical connection is achieved, but manufacturing complexity increases and labor costs rise
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into modular components (atomization component, battery component, sensing component) that can be independently manufactured and then assembled. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized separately and simplifies the overall manufacturing process by replacing complex soldering operations with simpler mechanical connections.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple functional components are merged into integrated modules. For example, the atomization component integrates the heating element, liquid reservoir, and atomizing structure into a single unit that connects to the battery via a simplified interface, eliminating the need for separate soldering of multiple wires and components.
2Reliability
If soldering and assembling are used for electrical configuration, then electrical connection is achieved, but labor intensity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the device into pre-assembled modules with built-in electrical connections, the labor-intensive soldering process is eliminated. Each module can be manufactured using automated processes and then quickly assembled to the final device through simple mechanical interfaces, significantly reducing manual labor requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular components are designed with self-contained electrical connections and interfaces that automatically establish proper electrical contact upon assembly. This self-service design eliminates the need for manual soldering operations and reduces the skill level and time required for assembly operations.
3Productivity
If modular design with mechanical assembly is used, then manufacturing efficiency improves and labor costs reduce, but assembly precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into standardized modules with precisely engineered interfaces. These interfaces incorporate features such as定位 pins, guide slots, and snap-fit mechanisms that automatically align components during assembly, ensuring high precision without requiring complex manual adjustment or specialized equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
Critical alignment features and positioning elements are pre-formed during module manufacturing. The modules arrive at the final assembly stage with built-in alignment references and self-centering features, eliminating the need for precision alignment operations during final assembly and enabling high-speed automated assembly processes.
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AI summary
The present disclosure provides an atomization device manufacturing method and an atomization device. The method steps are, firstly obtaining a hollow rod, two ends of which are respectively provided with an opening, secondly assembling an atomization component to the opening at one end of the rod, then assembling a battery component in the rod and electrically connecting the battery component with the atomization component, and finally assembling a sensing component to the opening at the other end of the rod and electrically connecting the sensing component with the battery component.