Enhanced Electronic Vapor Provision Device with Adaptive Absorbent Element

Publication ID: 24-11857721_0006_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Electronic Vapor Provision Device with Adaptive Absorbent Element,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857721_0006_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857721_0006_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 adaptive absorbent element to enhance liquid management, safety, and efficiency.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Electronic vapor provision device with absorbent element', addressed the issue of liquid leakage in e-cigarettes. However, the existing design had limitations in terms of liquid management, safety, and efficiency. The new inventive concept builds upon the original patent by introducing an adaptive absorbent element that dynamically adjusts to accommodate varying levels of escaped liquid, ensuring optimal device performance and safety.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced electronic vapor provision device comprises a reservoir, an atomizer, and an adaptive absorbent element positioned to intercept and absorb escaped liquid. The absorbent element can be modified to accommodate varying levels of escaped liquid, ensuring optimal device performance and safety. The device also features a sensor for detecting escaped liquid, triggering an alert or shutdown mechanism when a predetermined amount is detected. Additionally, the absorbent element can be utilized to supplement the device's vapor generation process, increasing device efficiency and reducing waste.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce an adaptive absorbent element that dynamically adjusts to accommodate varying levels of escaped liquid, ensuring optimal device performance and safety. This innovation provides a significant improvement over the original patent, which lacked this adaptive feature. The new claims also introduce a sensor for detecting escaped liquid, triggering an alert or shutdown mechanism, which enhances device safety and prevents accidents.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include different materials or designs for the adaptive absorbent element, varying sensor types or detection mechanisms, and different alert or shutdown mechanisms. Additionally, the inventive concept could be applied to other types of vapor provision devices or aerosol systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced electronic vapor provision device has significant commercial potential in the e-cigarette and vaping industries, where safety and efficiency are critical concerns. The device's adaptive absorbent element and sensor-based safety features could provide a competitive advantage in the market, appealing to consumers seeking reliable and safe vaping products.

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