Vape Device Exhalation Filtration Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vaping devices do not effectively filter exhaled vapor, leading to the dissemination of harmful substances into the environment, which can be harmful to bystanders and cause annoyance, potentially resulting in legal restrictions on public vaping.
Innovation Solution
A vaping device with integrated filtration systems using nano crystals, catalysts, and fibrous filters, along with automatic one-way valves and sensors to ensure that exhaled vapor is filtered to a high degree (98-100%), and features like a stand, light, sound, and communication devices to manage usage and location.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If vaping devices are used in public places, then users can access vaping functionality, but harmful substances are disseminated into the environment affecting bystanders
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and removes harmful substances from exhaled vapor using filtration systems. A filter assembly is positioned in the exhalation pathway to capture and remove harmful particles and chemicals, allowing only filtered air to be released into the environment. This directly addresses the contradiction by enabling public vaping while eliminating harmful emissions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary filtration system between the user's exhalation and the environment. The filter assembly acts as a mediator that processes exhaled vapor, removing harmful substances before release. This intermediary mechanism allows public vaping to occur without directly exposing bystanders to harmful substances.
2Object-generated harmful factors
If filtration systems are added to vaping devices, then exhaled vapor is filtered protecting bystanders, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the filtration system with the existing vaping device structure. The filter assembly is integrated into the housing, with the filter element positioned within the exhalation pathway. This combining approach provides effective filtration while minimizing the increase in device complexity by utilizing existing structural elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs a filter element that can be implemented as a thin film or flexible structure within the exhalation pathway. This allows effective filtration to be achieved with minimal structural complexity, as the filter can be integrated into existing device components rather than requiring separate complex filtration assemblies.
3Object-generated harmful factors
If heavy filtration is implemented, then harmful substances are removed from exhaled vapor, but resistance to airflow increases making inhalation difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies filtration selectively in the exhalation pathway rather than throughout the entire device. The filter assembly is positioned specifically where exhaled vapor passes, allowing heavy filtration to be applied only where needed for removing harmful substances from exhaled air, while minimizing impact on inhalation airflow through the vaporization chamber.
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
The solution effectively reduces the impact of vaping on bystanders by minimizing exhaled vapor release, preventing harm and annoyance, and potentially influencing public opinion and legal acceptance of vaping in public places.
Implementation Method 1
A vaping device with integrated filtration systems using nano crystals, catalysts, and fibrous filters
Implementation Method 2
A vaping device with integrated filtration systems using nano crystals, catalysts, and fibrous filters
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention applies to vape type devices also known as e-cigarettes and e-cigars. In order to expand the acceptable use of Vape type devices, exhalation filtration is offered with a wider bore than the intake bore to permit a more comfortable exhalation. In order to avoid having to carry two devices, a Vape device and a filtration type device, the two are merged into one convenient device for portability, the larger exterior bore device to further act as a stand reducing table top footprint use and provision of the addition of some electronic features included for locating the device, theft avoidance and to electronically certify the user has diligently utilized the filter in public or regulated spaces.