SUCTION MEMBER FOR A HOOKAH AND METHOD FOR MOUNTING SUCH A MEMBER
The invention relates to an aspiration member for a hookah, said aspiration member including a connector suitable for being connected to a main enclosure of a hookah, an aspiration end-piece suitable for being brought to a user's mouth, and an aspiration tube, suitable for being mounted between said connector and said aspiration end-piece, the aspiration tube including a longitudinal accordion portion so as to make it possible to reduce its length when it is stored.
The present invention relates to the field of hookahs, which are used to smoke tobacco, in particular flavored tobacco.
In a known manner, in reference to
To date, an aspiration member 104 for a hookah 100 is a source of major bacteriological contamination when the hookah 100 is used by several smokers.
The invention therefore aims to resolve these drawbacks by proposing a new type of aspiration member for a hookah that improves hygiene conditions. Another aim of the invention is to decrease the toxicity of certain toxic components present in the smoke.
SUMMARYTo that end, the invention relates to an aspiration member for a hookah, said aspiration member including a connector suitable for being connected to a main enclosure of a hookah, an aspiration end-piece suitable for being brought to a user's mouth, and an aspiration tube, suitable for being mounted between said connector and said aspiration end-piece.
The invention is remarkable in that the aspiration tube includes a longitudinal accordion portion so as to make it possible to reduce its length when it is stored.
Advantageously, such an aspiration tube is easy to transport due to its small bulk, which makes it possible to favor personal use. Indeed, each user can bring his own aspiration tube with him by storing it in a bag or a piece of clothing. Such an aspiration tube further remains flexible and able to transport smoke. The use of the hookah is advantageously not modified.
Preferably, the aspiration tube is mounted removably between said connector and said aspiration end-piece. Such an aspiration tube can advantageously be disposable.
Preferably, the length of the aspiration tube is greater than 100 cm, preferably greater than 140 cm, when it is used. Such an aspiration tube thus has a sufficient length to allow a user to manipulate the aspiration member without bothering his smoking.
Preferably, the length of the aspiration tube is smaller than 10 cm in the storage position. Preferably, the length of the aspiration tube is comprised between 5 and 7 cm. Thus, many aspiration tubes can be stored practically and made available to users. Furthermore, each user can also transport his own aspiration tube.
Also preferably, the aspiration tube is disposable so as to avoid any contamination between smokers.
Preferably, the connector includes at least one filter, preferably a carbon filter, able to capture harmful substances from the tobacco. Positioning the filter in the connector advantageously makes it possible to prevent the circulation of toxic substances in the aspiration tube and the aspiration end-piece, which is advantageous.
Preferably, said filter is mounted removably in the connector so that it can be replaced practically.
According to another preferred aspect, the connector includes a valve suitable for prohibiting air from circulating from the aspiration member toward the main enclosure of the hookah. Thus, the bacteria from the smoker cannot penetrate the hookah, which limits the risk of contamination of the water in the hookah.
According to one preferred aspect, the connector and the aspiration end-piece are suitable for being assembled together directly, preferably by screwing. Thus, in the absence of an aspiration tube, the connector and the aspiration end-piece are kept together, which avoids any loss.
Preferably, the aspiration member includes a cap suitable for closing said aspiration end-piece. Thus, when it is not in use, no element can penetrate the aspiration member. Hygiene conditions are then improved.
Preferably, the cap comprises a suspension means suitable for hanging the aspiration member when it is not in use, thereby preventing it from coming into contact with the ground.
Preferably, the aspiration tube is kept in the storage state by a blocking part including a fusible zone, preferably, a bar able to be broken. Preferably, the blocking part is suitable for breaking by twisting.
Preferably, the aspiration tube is mounted in a plastic envelope in the storage position, preferably, vacuum packed. Thus, the hygiene conditions are optimal during storage of the aspiration tube. Furthermore, the plastic envelope is easy to tear to free the aspiration tube and thus allow its extension.
Preferably, the inner surface of the aspiration tube is covered, in whole or in part, by an absorbent material that is nontoxic for human health, in particular cotton.
Preferably, the aspiration end-piece includes a valve suitable for prohibiting air from circulating from the aspiration member toward the main enclosure of the hookah.
Preferably, the aspiration end-piece is telescoping in order to limit its bulk while having a maximum length during use.
The invention further relates to an aspiration member for a hookah, said aspiration member including a connector suitable for being connected to a main enclosure of a hookah, an aspiration end-piece suitable for being placed in the mouth by a user and an aspiration tube, suitable for being mounted between said connector and said aspiration end-piece, the aspiration member including at least one valve suitable for allowing aspirated air to circulate and preventing blown air from circulating. The aspiration member is independent from the nature of the aspiration tube.
Preferably, the aspiration member includes two valves, in particular one valve in the aspiration end-piece and one valve in the connector.
The invention also relates to a hookah for smoking tobacco, including:
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- a main enclosure suitable for receiving water, including at least one opening, and
- at least one aspiration member, as previously described, mounted in said opening.
Such a hookah offers optimal hygiene conditions for smokers.
Preferably, the hookah comprises a ventilation system suitable for forcing air to circulate from the main enclosure of the hookah toward the outside in order to discharge the smoke from the main enclosure. Such a ventilation system is particularly advantageous when the aspiration member includes at least one valve prohibiting the user from blowing in the aspiration member.
Preferably, the ventilation system is activated manually or automatically.
Also preferably, the ventilation system includes a smoke sensor suitable for measuring the smoke density in the upper part of the main enclosure and suitable for emitting an alarm or activating the discharge of the smoke if the smoke density or if the concentration, density or toxicity of carbon monoxide in the smoke exceeds a predetermined threshold.
The invention also relates to a hookah including a main enclosure suitable for being filled with water, said main enclosure including a conduit connecting the inside of said main enclosure to the outside of said main enclosure, the hookah includes at least one ventilation system mounted in said conduit and suitable for generating a circulation of air forced from the inside of the main enclosure toward the outside of the main enclosure so as to discharge the smoke from said main enclosure.
Preferably, the ventilation system is powered electrically or manually.
The invention also relates to a method for assembling an aspiration member as previously described, the connector being assembled with the aspiration end-piece, the method comprising:
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- a step for separating the connector and the aspiration end-piece; and
- a step for mounting the aspiration tube between said connector and said aspiration end-piece.
Such a method makes it possible to form an aspiration member quickly, practically and hygienically, with no risk of losing the connector or the aspiration end-piece. This is particularly advantageous when the aspiration tube is disposable and is systematically replaced.
Also preferably, when the aspiration tube is kept in a plastic envelope, the mounting of the aspiration end-piece advantageously makes it possible to break the plastic envelope and free the aspiration tube, which can then extend. Preferably, the plastic envelope is broken by twisting in the continuation of an assembly by screwing.
The invention will be better understood upon reading the following description, provided solely as an example, and in reference to the appended drawings, in which:
It must be noted that the figures describe the invention in detail to carry out the invention, said figures of course being able to be used to better define the invention if applicable.
DETAILED DESCRIPTIONIn reference to
The aspiration member 14 according to the invention is shown in detail in
In this example, the connector 2, the aspiration tube 3 and the aspiration end-piece 4 are connected by screwing, but of course a connection by nesting or snapping could also be appropriate. An aspiration member 14 with a modular structure has the advantage of being able to be cleaned easily. Furthermore, this makes it possible to replace the aspiration tube 3, which is preferably disposable, practically. This is particularly advantageous when the connector 2 and/or the aspiration end-piece 4 are pieces of art including expensive materials or precious ornaments. Such connectors 2 and aspiration end-pieces 4 are non-toxic and sold independently of the aspiration tube 3.
As illustrated in
According to one preferred aspect of the invention, the connector 2 includes an inner cavity in which a filter 5 is mounted, preferably a carbon filter, so as to absorb the moisture that is carried with the smoke during aspiration following cooling thereof in the water W of the hookah 1. Furthermore, a carbon filter 5 makes it possible to capture toxic elements from the tobacco, for example, the hydrogen cyanide, acrolein, nicotine, tar and the like. Research, in particular Japanese, has shown that smoking cigarettes with a carbon filter makes it possible to limit the risks of lung cancer for smokers.
Preferably, in reference to
Such a connector 2 advantageously allows quick and practical mounting of the aspiration member 14 in an opening 15 of a hookah 1 with or without an aspiration tube 3.
Preferably, according to another embodiment, in reference to
Preferably, in reference to
In reference to
The aspiration tube 3 includes a hollow longitudinal body that comprises a longitudinal accordion portion 30 so as to make it possible to reduce its length during storage. The longitudinal portion 30 forms a bellows in order to elongate or reduce the length. In other words, the wall of the portion 30 is in a zigzag shape. Preferably, in the storage position (
The aspiration tube 3 includes a first connecting end 31 for connecting to the connector 2 and a second connecting end 32 for connecting to the aspiration end-piece 4. In this example, the first connecting end 31 is threaded and the second connecting end 32 is tapped, or vice versa.
The aspiration tube 3 is made from any non-toxic material, for example plastic. Preferably, in reference to
Preferably, the aspiration tube 3 is disposable and is replaced upon each new use. Preferably, the aspiration tube 3 is kept in the storage position (shortened tube) by a blocking part 39 including a fusible zone 390. The aspiration tube 3 is packaged in a plastic envelope 38 in order to keep the aspiration tube 3 in the storage position (
Preferably, the plastic envelope 38 does not cover the ends 31, 32 of the aspiration tube 3 so as to allow it to be mounted in the aspiration member 14 in the storage position. In this example, the blocking member 39 assumes the form of a bar retaining the ends of the aspiration tube 3 a fusible zone 390 (black in
Advantageously, the aspiration tubes 3 can be packaged in large-capacity boxes.
In reference to
The aspiration end-piece 4 is made from any material that is non-toxic when it comes into contact with a user's mouth, for example plastic, wood, metal, stone, etc. The aspiration end-piece 4 can also be covered with precious stones.
Preferably, a protective cap 6 is mounted at the second end 42 of the aspiration end-piece 4 in order to prevent particles or foreign bodies from being introduced into the aspiration member 14. During its use, in reference to
As an example,
According to another embodiment, in reference to
In another embodiment that is not shown, the aspiration member 14 is sold assembled, i.e., with the connector 2, the aspiration tube 3 and the aspiration end-piece 4 connected together. The aspiration member 14 is protected by a plastic envelope 38 in order to avoid any contamination. The aspiration member 14 is disposable and can be thrown away after use. Preferably, the aspiration tube 3 is not removable. In this example, the connecting ends 31, 32 of the aspiration tube 3 are mounted permanently between the connector 2 and the aspiration end-piece 4 (single-piece or telescoping).
In a known manner, when excess smoke exists above the water of the main enclosure, the sensation when a user smokes is deteriorated (risk of coughing, burning sensation, etc.). Currently, to discharge the smoke located above the water level, an orifice is provided in the upper part of the hookah, in particular with a screw, that can be opened to discharge the smoke stored above the water level, then closed again so that the user can continue to smoke under optimal conditions. When the orifice is open, the user must blow into the aspiration end-piece 4 to allow the discharge.
Due to the presence of the valves, it is no longer possible for the user to blow into said aspiration end-piece 4. To allow smoke to be discharged, a ventilation system 9 is provided suitable for creating air circulation between the upper part of the reservoir of the hookah 1 and the outside, as illustrated in
In reference to
The conduit 90 is preferably made from stainless steel or hard plastic and suitable for withstanding heat. The conduit 90 is fluidly connected to the upper part of the main enclosure 11 so as to be able to collect smoke situated above the water level.
To discharge the smoke, it suffices to press on the switch 93 in order to oppose the force of the spring 74 until the battery 92 is activated, which rotates the fan 91. A forced air circulation is done in the conduit 90, which takes smoke from the main enclosure 11 and discharges it to the outside. Once the user releases the switch 93, the latter is moved by the spring 24 in order to deactivate the battery 92, which stops the rotation of the fan 91.
The ventilation system 9 is removable or integrated into the hookah 1. As previously indicated, such a ventilation system is particularly advantageous when the aspiration member includes at least one valve preventing air from circulating toward the hookah 1.
Preferably, the ventilation system 9 includes a smoke sensor suitable for measuring the smoke density in the upper part of the main enclosure 11. The smoke sensor is suitable for emitting an alarm (visual of the diode type, or audible) or commanding activation of the fan 91 if the smoke density or the concentration, density or toxicity of the carbon monoxide in the smoke exceeds a predetermined threshold.
To smoke using the hookah 1, a user first assembles his aspiration member 14. To that end, he separates the connector 2 from the aspiration end-piece 4, by unscrewing or the like, and removes any protective cap 6 mounted on said aspiration end-piece 4 as illustrated in
As illustrated in
To smoke, the operator need only tear the plastic envelope 38 protecting the aspiration tube 3 and apply twisting movements so as to free the aspiration tube 3. During the twisting, the fusible zone 390 breaks to free the aspiration tube 3. According to another aspect, the blocking member 39 is able to break during the connection of the aspiration end-piece 4 and/or the connector 2 on the aspiration tube 3.
The user can next smoke with the hookah 1 under optimal hygiene conditions. Advantageously, the connector 2 and the aspiration end-piece 4 contain valves to prevent the smoker from blowing to free smoke from the body of the hookah 1 above the water level. To that end, to release smoke, the user uses the ventilation system 3 previously described. By simple bearing with his index finger, the user can discharge the smoke practically, without using the aspiration member.
After smoking, the user removes the aspiration member 14 and discards the disposable aspiration tube 3. If the aspiration tube 4 and the connector 2 are also disposable, they are also discarded.
Claims
1. An aspiration member for a hookah, said aspiration member including a connector suitable for being connected to a main enclosure of a hookah, an aspiration end-piece suitable for being brought to a user's mouth, and an aspiration tube, suitable for being mounted between said connector and said aspiration end-piece, the aspiration member being characterized in that the aspiration tube includes a longitudinal accordion portion so as to make it possible to reduce its length when it is stored.
2. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the length of the aspiration tube is greater than 100 cm, preferably greater than 140 cm, when it is used.
3. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the length of the aspiration tube is smaller than 10 cm in the storage position.
4. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the connector includes at least one filter, preferably a carbon filter.
5. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the connector includes a valve suitable for prohibiting air from circulating from the aspiration member toward the main enclosure of the hookah.
6. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the connector and the aspiration end-piece are suitable for being assembled together directly, preferably by screwing.
7. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the aspiration tube is kept in the storage state by a blocking part including a fusible zone, preferably, a bar able to be broken.
8. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the aspiration tube is mounted in a plastic envelope in the storage position, preferably, vacuum packed.
9. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the aspiration end-piece is telescoping.
10. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the inner surface of the aspiration tube is covered, in whole or in part, by an absorbent material that is nontoxic for human health, in particular cotton.
11. The aspiration member according to claim 1, wherein the aspiration end-piece includes a valve suitable for prohibiting air from circulating from the aspiration member toward the main enclosure of the hookah.
12. An aspiration member for a hookah, said aspiration member including a connector suitable for being connected to a main enclosure of a hookah, an aspiration end-piece suitable for being placed in the mouth by a user and an aspiration tube, suitable for being mounted between said connector and said aspiration end-piece, the aspiration member being characterized in that it includes at least one valve suitable for allowing aspirated air to circulate and preventing blown air from circulating.
13. A hookah for smoking tobacco, including a main enclosure suitable for receiving water, including at least one opening, and at least one aspiration member according to claim 1, mounted in said opening.
14. The hookah according to claim 13, comprising a ventilation system suitable for forcing air to circulate from the main enclosure of the hookah toward the outside in order to discharge the smoke from the main enclosure.
15. The hookah according to claim 14, wherein the ventilation system is activated manually or automatically.
16. The hookah according to claim 14, wherein the ventilation system includes a smoke sensor suitable for measuring the smoke density in the upper part of the main enclosure and suitable for emitting an alarm or activating the discharge of the smoke if the smoke density or if the concentration, density or toxicity of carbon monoxide in the smoke exceeds a predetermined threshold.
17. A hookah including a main enclosure suitable for being filled with water, said main enclosure including a conduit connecting the inside of said main enclosure to the outside of said main enclosure, the hookah includes at least one ventilation system mounted in said conduit and suitable for generating a circulation of air forced from the inside of the main enclosure toward the outside of the main enclosure so as to discharge the smoke from said main enclosure.
18. A method for assembling an aspiration member according to claim 1, the connector being assembled with the aspiration end-piece, the method comprising:
- a step for separating the connector and the aspiration end-piece; and
- a step for mounting the aspiration tube between said connector and said aspiration end-piece.
Type: Application
Filed: Mar 13, 2017
Publication Date: May 16, 2019
Inventor: Gaby Milad Haddad (Abu Dhabi)
Application Number: 16/085,462