Enhanced Electronic Vapor Provision Device with Intelligent Absorbent Element

Publication ID: 24-11857721_0001_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Electronic Vapor Provision Device with Intelligent Absorbent Element,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857721_0001_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857721_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. 11,857,721.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved electronic vapor provision device featuring an advanced absorbent element that enhances device efficiency, reduces maintenance, and optimizes user experience.

Background and Problem Solved

The original electronic vapor provision device patent (US Patent No. XXX) introduced an innovative absorbent element to mitigate liquid leakage. However, the design still faced limitations, such as inefficient liquid collection, reduced device performance, and increased maintenance requirements. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing an intelligent absorbent element that absorbs and redirects excess liquid, minimizing leakage and optimizing device efficiency.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced electronic vapor provision device incorporates an advanced absorbent element with a porous structure, designed to minimize liquid leakage and optimize device performance. The element is made of a hydrophobic material that repels liquid, directing it towards a designated collection area. The device also features a sensor to detect liquid levels, providing real-time feedback to optimize device performance and prevent liquid overflow. Additionally, the device includes a modular design, allowing for interchangeable absorbent elements to accommodate various liquid formulations and user preferences.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a novel absorbent element with a porous structure and hydrophobic material, which provides a significant improvement over the original patent's design. The addition of a sensor and modular design further enhances the device's performance and user experience, making it a non-obvious advancement over the prior art.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include varying the absorbent element's material, structure, or size to accommodate different device sizes or liquid formulations. The device could also be adapted for use in other vapor-based products, such as e-liquids or cannabis vaporizers.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced electronic vapor provision device has significant commercial potential in the e-cigarette and vaporizer industries, where device efficiency, maintenance, and user experience are critical factors. The modular design and interchangeable absorbent elements also offer opportunities for customization and differentiation in a competitive market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M15/06
A A24 A24F40/40
A A61 A61M11/042
H H05 H05B1/0297
H H05 H05B3/46
A A24 A24B15/167
A A24 A24F40/10
A A61 A61M2016/0021
A A61 A61M2205/3331
A A61 A61M2205/3653
A A61 A61M2205/7527
A A61 A61M2205/8206

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,721
TitleElectronic vapor provision device with absorbent element
Assignee(s)NICOVENTURES TRADING LIMITED