Vaporization Capsule Integrated Cap Seal Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vaporization capsules are prone to human error during assembly and often produce liquid droplets of active agents, which can be problematic for safety reasons, requiring multiple steps and specific connections that are difficult to execute correctly.
Innovation Solution
A vaporization capsule design featuring an elongate body with multiple volumes and bores, allowing for fluid flow paths that enable efficient vaporization with fewer steps and reduced risk of error, using substrates for active agent absorption and a seal to prevent liquid passage, and a system for treating objects with vaporized agents.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple covers and seals are used in prior art capsules, then vaporization function is achieved, but assembly complexity increases and human error occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate components (covers and seals) into a single integrated cap assembly. The cap includes an integral seal and connects to the capsule body in one operation, eliminating the need for separate seal installation and reducing assembly steps while maintaining the vaporization function.
Solution Approach 2:
The cap assembly serves multiple functions simultaneously: it seals the capsule body, provides the connection interface for the vaporization system, and includes the seal structure all in one component. This multi-functional design reduces the total number of parts while achieving the same technical效果.
2Ease of operation
If complex connection and puncturing operations are required, then vaporization is achieved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The seal is pre-integrated into the cap structure during manufacturing, so that when the user connects the cap to the capsule body, the seal is already in position and ready to function. This eliminates the need for the user to separately install or puncture seals, simplifying the operation to a single connection step.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If liquid droplets are emitted with vapor, then active agent delivery is achieved, but safety deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates different flow conditions in different regions of the capsule. The first volume (where vaporization occurs) is designed to generate vapor, while the second volume (through which vapor passes) includes flow path features that promote droplet separation. The selective quality of different regions ensures vapor is delivered without liquid droplets.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes the phase transition from liquid to vapor in the first volume, then employs flow dynamics in the second volume to separate any remaining liquid droplets from the vapor phase. The flow path design ensures that only vapor (not liquid droplets) exits the capsule, improving safety while maintaining vaporization efficiency.
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 design minimizes human error and prevents the emission of liquid droplets, ensuring safer and more efficient vaporization of active agents with fewer user steps, enhancing safety and operational simplicity.
Implementation Method 1
a first substrate disposed within the first volume, the first substrate being adapted to have a liquid active agent absorbed therein or adsorbed thereto
Implementation Method 2
a first substrate disposed within the first volume, the first substrate being adapted to have a liquid active agent absorbed therein or adsorbed thereto
Implementation Method 3
a seal adapted to be seated within the third volume, so as to seal the at least one first bore and the at least one second bore and to prevent passage of fluid through the at least one first bore and the at least one second bore
Implementation Method 4
vaporization capsule... enabling efficient vaporization with fewer steps
Data Source
AI summary
A vaporization capsule including a liquid active agent absorbed in or adsorbed to a substrate, which may be operated so as to vaporize the liquid active agent. The vaporization capsule includes a capsule body defining a first volume and a second volume. A first cover sealingly engages the capsule body at a first end thereof. The first cover includes an exterior perimeter, an interior wall including a hollow defined between the exterior perimeter and the interior wall portion, and at least one indentation disposed in the interior wall portion, fluidly connecting the first volume and the second volume via the hollow.