Advanced Aerosol Delivery System Connector Design

Publication ID: 24-11856988_0001_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Aerosol Delivery System Connector Design,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856988_0001_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856988_0001_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,988.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed connectors and cartridges for aerosol delivery systems, but these designs had limitations in terms of performance, safety, and maintenance. The new invention addresses these limitations by introducing innovative solutions that improve the overall user experience and system reliability.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features that are not present in the original patent, including the self-cleaning mechanism, modular cartridge design, real-time monitoring system, dynamic liquid composition management system, and redundant electrical connection system. These features provide a significant improvement over the existing technology and demonstrate a non-obvious inventive step.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include different types of self-cleaning mechanisms, such as ultrasonic cleaning or electrostatic cleaning. The modular cartridge design could be adapted for use with different types of aerosol delivery devices, such as vaping devices or medical inhalers. The real-time monitoring system could be integrated with other safety features, such as automatic shut-off or warning systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the aerosol delivery device market, particularly in the vaping and e-cigarette industries. The improved performance, safety, and user experience provided by the new design could attract a large customer base and establish a new industry standard. Additionally, the invention could be adapted for use in other industries, such as medical devices or industrial equipment, where aerosol delivery systems are used.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A24 A24F40/42
A A24 A24B15/167
A A24 A24D1/002
A A24 A24D1/14
A A24 A24F7/00
A A24 A24F7/02
A A24 A24F40/46
A A61 A61M11/042
H H01 H01R13/17
H H01 H01R13/6205
H H05 H05B3/20
A A24 A24F40/40
A A61 A61M11/041
A A61 A61M2205/0288
A A61 A61M2205/3368
A A61 A61M2205/50
A A61 A61M2205/584
A A61 A61M2205/587
A A61 A61M2205/8206
H H05 H05B2203/021

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,988
TitleConnectors for forming electrical and mechanical connections between interchangeable units in an aerosol delivery system
Assignee(s)RAI Strategic Holdings, Inc.