Replaceable Atomizer Holder With Detachable Mouthpiece
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing aerosol generating devices with multiple atomizers face challenges in atomizer replacement due to limited capacity and cost considerations, necessitating a solution for convenient and cost-effective atomizer swapping.
Innovation Solution
An atomizing device with a detachable or dissociable mouthpiece and rotatable electrode assembly allows for easy replacement of atomizers, featuring magnetic connections and sliding mechanisms to minimize friction and wear.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the atomizing device carries a plurality of atomizers, then the inhalation needs and flavor requirements of users are met, but the cost and complexity of the device increase
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into a permanent atomizing device portion and replaceable atomizer cartridges. Each atomizer is a separate, self-contained unit that can be independently replaced, allowing multiple flavors without increasing permanent device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The atomizing device is designed with a universal interface that can accommodate different types of atomizer cartridges through magnetic attraction and mechanical engagement, enabling one device to support multiple atomizer variants
2Ease of manufacture
If replaceable atomizers are implemented, then cost is reduced and atomizer replacement is enabled, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The atomizer heating element and reservoir are extracted as a separate replaceable cartridge from the main device body. This allows the expensive atomizer components to be manufactured separately and replaced when depleted, reducing overall device cost
Solution Approach 2:
A magnetic assembly acts as an intermediary between the atomizing device and atomizer cartridge, providing automatic alignment and secure attachment without complex mechanical fastening mechanisms
3Ease of operation
If the mouthpiece is detachable to allow atomizer replacement, then atomizer swapping is facilitated, but the reliability of the connection may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic assembly pre-aligns the atomizer cartridge with the atomizing device before mechanical engagement occurs. This preliminary magnetic positioning ensures that the detachable connection components engage correctly and securely when the cartridge is inserted
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic connection and mechanical detachment features are merged into an integrated system where the magnetic assembly provides both attraction for secure holding and guidance for reliable reconnection after detachment
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
Facilitates convenient atomizer replacement, extends device lifespan, reduces costs, and enhances user experience by enabling flavor customization.
Implementation Method 1
a magnetic assembly, the magnetic assembly comprising a first magnetic member fixedly connected to the mouthpiece and a second magnetic member fixedly connected to the electrode holder
Implementation Method 2
After the atomizer is energized, it heats and atomizes the atomizing medium to form an aerosol
Implementation Method 3
heats and atomizes the atomizing medium to form an aerosol
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AI summary
An atomizer and an aerosol generating device are provided. The aerosol generating device comprises a plurality of atomizers and the atomizing device. The atomizing device comprises an atomizer holder for receiving a plurality of atomizers, an electrode assembly, and a mouthpiece disposed on the atomizer holder. The electrode assembly is configured to electrically connect any of the plurality of atomizers with a power supply assembly. The mouthpiece is at least partially detachable or dissociable to allow a replacement of the atomizer in the atomizer holder. In the application, the atomizer can be removed from the location of the mouthpiece and replaced to meet the inhalation requirements of the user.