Enhanced Aerosol Generating System with Real-time Temperature Control and Adaptive Frequency Adjustment
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept presents a novel aerosol generating system that incorporates real-time temperature control and adaptive frequency adjustment to optimize aerosol production, addressing limitations of existing systems and enhancing user experience.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed an aerosol generating system with a cartridge containing a nicotine source and an acid source. However, this system had limitations in terms of aerosol quality and consistency, particularly due to temperature fluctuations and fixed frequency operation. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a thermal management system and adaptive frequency adjustment, ensuring optimal aerosol production and user satisfaction.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced aerosol generating system comprises an aerosol-generating device with an inductor coil and an electrical energy supply, a cartridge containing a nicotine source and a lactic acid source, and a controller configured to supply the inductor coil with a high frequency oscillating current. The system features a thermal management system to regulate the temperature of the nicotine source and the lactic acid source during aerosol generation. Additionally, the system includes a sensor to detect the type of cartridge inserted and adjust the oscillating frequency of the inductor coil accordingly. The controller is programmed to adjust the oscillating frequency based on user preferences and real-time temperature monitoring, ensuring optimal aerosol production.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the concept of real-time temperature control and adaptive frequency adjustment, which is not disclosed in the original patent. This novel combination of features enables optimal aerosol production and user satisfaction, making the new inventive concept non-obvious and inventive compared to the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include different thermal management systems, such as heat pipes or thermoelectric coolers, or varying sensor types, such as optical or acoustic sensors. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use with different types of cartridges or aerosol-generating devices.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced aerosol generating system has significant commercial potential in the e-cigarette and vaping industries, offering improved user experience and satisfaction. The system's adaptability and real-time temperature control capabilities make it an attractive solution for manufacturers seeking to differentiate their products and meet evolving regulatory requirements.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61M11/042 |
| A | A24 | A24F40/30 |
| A | A24 | A24F40/42 |
| A | A24 | A24F40/465 |
| A | A24 | A24F40/48 |
| H | H05 | H05B6/105 |
| A | A24 | A24F40/10 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Aerosol generation systems, electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), thermal management in electronic devices, with expertise in electromagnetic induction, thermal control, and electronic component integration
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with advanced engineering degrees in electrical or mechanical engineering, specialized knowledge of electronic heating systems, experience with thermal management techniques, and familiarity with electronic nicotine delivery device design
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that adding real-time temperature control and adaptive frequency adjustment to an existing aerosol generation system represents a predictable engineering optimization. The source patent's fundamental design provides a clear technological foundation that would naturally invite incremental improvements in thermal management and frequency control. These variations represent standard engineering problem-solving approaches within the established technological framework of aerosol generation devices.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,717 |
|---|---|
| Title | Aerosol generating system with enhanced aerosol delivery |
| Assignee(s) | Philip Morris Products S.A. |