Abstract: A liquid nicotine formulation for an aerosol-generating system is provided, the liquid nicotine formulation including: glycerine and having a viscosity at 20° C. of less than or equal to about 20 mPa·s, wherein the liquid nicotine formulation being a substantially uncaffeinated liquid nicotine formulation, and the liquid nicotine formulation having a glycerine content of greater than or equal to about 6 percent by weight. A cartridge for an aerosol-generating system, and an aerosol-generating system, are also provided.

Abstract: A liquid nicotine formulation for an aerosol-generating system is provided, the liquid nicotine formulation including: one or more water-miscible solvents; one or more water-immiscible solvents having a water solubility at 20° C. of less than or equal to about 100 mg/ml; and one or more water-soluble organic acids, the liquid nicotine formulation having a water-immiscible solvent content of greater than or equal to about 2 percent by weight. A cartridge for an aerosol-generating system, and an aerosol-generating system, are also provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides various components entrapped within a cross-linked alginate matrix and products including such component-containing, alginate-based matrices. The disclosure also includes a method for entrapping the components, including mixing the component or components with alginate in water, contacting the mixture with a cation to cross-link the alginate, and removing at least a portion of the water therefrom. The resulting component-containing alginate-based material can then be incorporated within various products, e.g., consumable products such as aerosol-generating devices and components, oral products, and conventional smoking articles.

Abstract: A smoking article includes a tobacco substrate and a mouthpiece axially aligned in an abutting end to end relationship with the tobacco substrate. Hydrophobic tipping paper is disposed about the mouthpiece. The tipping paper is hydrophobic due to hydrophobic groups covalently bonded to the tipping paper.

Abstract: An aerosol generating device includes a rod of aerosol generating material and a filter rod, and tipping paper. The filter rod includes a first filter portion and a second filter portion. The first filter portion includes acetate tow and is positioned at a mouth end of the aerosol generating device. The second filter portion is biodegradable and extends from the first filter portion to the rod of aerosol generating material. The tipping paper surrounds the filter rod and a part of the rod of aerosol generating material. The second filter portion encloses a volume which is more than 50% of a combined volume enclosed by the first and second filter portions. The tipping paper includes a line of weakening extending from the mouth end towards the rod of aerosol generating material so that at least a portion of the tipping paper can be opened, and preferably removed, by a user.

Abstract: A cooling cigarette filter and a smoking product are provided. The cooling cigarette filter comprises a cooling section. The cooling section is provided with one or more channels connecting two ends of the cooling section, and an inner surface of each channel is coated with a cooling material. The cooling material comprises an inorganic phase change material and PEG, and the inorganic phase change material comprises at least one of Na2CO3.10H2O, CH3COONa.3H2O, CaCl2.4H2O, and Na2SO4.10H2O. The cooling cigarette filter has the advantages of ensuring the amount of smoke and lowering the temperature of the smoke entering the mouth, especially in the cooling section. Through the combination design of the structure of the cooling stick and the type and amount of the cooling material, the smoke can flow out of a smoke generation section rapidly and smoothly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a filter comprising a nonwoven substrate having a low density and comprising natural fibers and a binder. The filter can be used as a filter for a smoking or vaping article.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a filter comprising a nonwoven substrate having a low density and comprising natural fibers and a binder. The filter can be used as a filter for a smoking or vaping article.

Abstract: A hookah device having a heating unit, a head for holding a cooking element, a pipe, and a base. The heating unit for use with the hookah device can be provided with optimally placed vents along a bottom wall, a sidewall, and a top wall to facilitate circulation of fresh air and heated air. An optional thermometer can be mounted to the housing for recording a temperature reading with a combustion chamber of the heating unit.

Abstract: A scoop including a tray and a gripping portion. The tray including a bottom portion having a flat bottom surface and an inclined top surface that distally terminate in a straight beveled edge that has a width that is smaller than a smoking outer wrap. The inclined top surface proximally transitions to a transverse channel having a backstop portion and top panel portion. The transverse channel at least partially open on one lateral end. The gripping portion is attached to, and extending proximally from, the tray enabling a user to: (i) position the straight beveled edge against a surface for scraping smoking material onto the tray; (ii) upwardly tip the trap to collect the scraped smoking material into the transverse channel; and (iii) to selectively dispense the collected smoking material either through the at least partially open lateral end of the transverse channel or back over the straight beveled edge.

Abstract: Provided is an aerosol generating device including a case in which a heater for heating a cigarette is installed, a bracket for supporting components installed inside the case, a fastening member for fastening the case and the bracket, and a cap that is installed on an outer surface of the case in an inseparable manner to conceal the fastening member in the case.

Abstract: An aerosol generation device includes a case into which a cigarette is to be inserted; a protrusion pipe of a hollow shape protruding from one end portion of the case and having an opening; a heater installed in the case such that an end portion thereof is positioned inside the protrusion pipe, and configured to generate heat when an electric signal is applied thereto; and a heater fixing portion installed inside the protrusion pipe to support the heater and comprising a round surface that extends from an inner side surface of the protrusion pipe.

Abstract: An aerosol generation device may include a first housing comprising an opening at one side, an inner space for accommodating a cigarette inserted through the opening, and a heater disposed in the inner space; a second housing coupled to other side of the first housing and including a controller; a fastening portion configured to couple the first housing to the second housing; a battery coupled to the second housing; and a case coupled to the second housing for accommodating the second housing, the fastening portion, and the battery therein, wherein the fastening portion is prevented, by the case, from being exposed to outside.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating article comprising an aerosolizable material comprising nicotine; a solid basic material; and a wetting agent; wherein in use, the wetting agent is combined with the solid basic material and the aerosolizable material on actuation of a combining mechanism by a user.

Abstract: The invention provides an illuminating handheld smoking article that generally includes a handheld body, an LED cover, an LED assembly, an LED activation assembly, and a self-contained power source. This article overcomes the disadvantages of detection, short battery life, and difficulties presented with holding small objects by incorporating illumination, activation upon airflow sensing, and a larger gripping surface into the design, respectively. The smoking article enables safe and effective coupling with an item to be smoked.

Abstract: A Vape Pen that holds multiple cartridges that allow the user to choose which cartridge they would like to use with a button press. The Vape pen can hold up to 5 cartridges in a single device.

Abstract: An atomizer, including an end cover, the end cover including a main body. The main body includes an outer peripheral wall, and the outer peripheral wall includes an annular recess for air circulation. The annular recess includes a wall including an air inlet and/or an air vent.

Abstract: The disclosure provides an electronic cigarette having dual air passages. Inside the battery rod, a first suction sensing air passage is provided to communicate with the suction sensor. The second air inlet passage is centrally provided on the vaporizing base and extends therethrough. The second air inlet cavity which is in communication with the second air inlet passage is formed between the vaporizing base and the bottom cap. The first air inlet cavity is formed between the bottom portion of the bottom cap and the top portion of the receiving portion. The bottom portion of the bottom cap is provided with the first air inlet passage for communicating the first air inlet cavity with the second air inlet cavity. The bottom portion of the bottom cap is further provided with the second suction sensing air passage for communicating the second air inlet cavity with the first suction sensing air passage.

Abstract: A cartridge for housing an aerosol-forming substrate includes a body with one or more walls and a body opening. A cavity in the body is in fluid communication with the body opening. A cap may be removably and replaceably engaged with the body and may extend across the body opening. The cap may have a cap opening. A removable layer may be removably attached to the body and disposed between the body and the cap. A cartridge for housing an aerosol-forming substrate may include a body with one or more walls having a wall opening. A cavity in the body is in fluid communication with the at least one wall opening. A cap may be removably and replaceably engaged with the body and cover the wall opening.

Abstract: A cartridge for housing an aerosol-forming substrate includes a body with one or more walls having a wall opening; a cavity in the body in fluid communication with the at least one wall opening; and a cap rotatably connected to the body, where the cap is movable between a first position, in which the wall opening is exposed, and a second position, in which the wall opening is closed by the cap. The cap includes electrical connection points to selectively heat a portion of the contents of the cartridge.

Abstract: An electronic vapor provision system includes a control unit and a cartridge configured to engage with and disengage from one another substantially along a longitudinal axis. The cartridge includes a reservoir of liquid to be vaporized, and the control unit includes a battery and a tube portion disposed along said longitudinal axis. The system further includes an induction heating assembly comprising a drive coil and a heater element. The heater element is located in the cartridge for vaporizing the liquid. The cartridge is configured to feed liquid from the reservoir onto the heater element for vaporization. The drive coil is located in the tube portion of the control unit and disposed about the longitudinal axis. The cartridge is located at least partly within the tube portion when engaged with the control unit, such that the heater element is within the drive coil.

Abstract: A liquid storage assembly includes a cartridge housing with a liquid storage cavity and a movable member rotatably arranged on the cartridge housing. The cartridge housing is provided with a liquid injection hole communicating with the liquid storage cavity. Rotating the movable member enables the movable member to close the liquid injection hole. Or, the movable member can be staggered with the liquid injection hole to expose the liquid injection hole.

Abstract: A replaceable oil tank-type atomized smoke cartridge is disclosed, including an oil tank and an atomizer, which are flexibly connected with each other. The oil tank includes an upper cover, a base, and a cover, and the inside of the upper cover is flexibly connected with the base. A connection hole at the base of the oil tank is interweavingly connected with the oil tank cover. The atomizer includes an upper cover, a small oil tank, a ceramic heating core, and an atomizer base. The inside of the upper cover of the atomizer is flexibly connected to the small tank of the atomizer, and the hole in the middle of the small oil tank of the atomizer is flexibly connected to the ceramic heating core.

Abstract: An aerosol delivery device comprises: a storage for storing an aerosol precursor; an aerosol generator comprising an aerosol generator portion configured to receive the aerosol precursor from the storage; an air flow passage configured to direct air past the aerosol generator portion to pick up the aerosol precursor from the aerosol generator portion to form an aerosol; and a barrier arrangement for inhibiting evaporation of aerosol precursor when the barrier arrangement is closed, the barrier arrangement being openable to permit generation of aerosol.

Abstract: A fluid transfer component is configured to establish a fluidic connection between a liquid store and a heater in an electronic cigarette. The fluid transfer component includes a liquid uptake member configured to connect with a housing of the liquid store, a chamber configured to receive liquid from the liquid store by the liquid uptake member, and a fluid transfer element including a compressible wick configured to transport liquid from the chamber to the proximity of the heater by capillary action and a flexible contact surface configured to deform in the axial direction of the fluid transfer component, wherein the flexible contact surface is configured to release liquid from the compressible wick for transfer to the heater when the fluid transfer element is compressed.

Abstract: A glass atomizer includes a member for e-liquid injection and vapor discharge. The member for e-liquid injection and vapor discharge includes an outer glass tube and an inner glass tube disposed in the outer glass tube. The inner glass tube includes a top end. The outer edge of the top end includes a plurality of grooves. The top end is integrated with the inner wall of the outer glass tube.

Abstract: A device for generating an inhalable medium, the device comprising: a container retaining a first volatilizable material, the material having a pH of greater than 7; a heater for volatilising the first volatilizable material held in the container; a chamber containing aerosolizable material comprising nicotine; and an outlet; the arrangement being such that in use, the first volatilizable material is volatilized by the heater to form a vapor and/or an aerosol, which passes through the chamber containing aerosolizable material and entrains one or more constituents of the aerosolizable material, thereby forming an inhalable medium which passes through the outlet.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating element for generating an aerosol in a shisha device, the aerosol-generating element comprising a receptacle for receiving an aerosol-forming substrate and a photonic device configured to generate a beam of IR radiation, wherein the aerosol-generating element is arranged to heat the aerosol-forming substrate by directing the beam of IR radiation onto the aerosol-forming substrate. The invention is further directed to a shisha device comprising the aerosol-generating element, an aerosol-generating system comprising both the shisha device and an aerosol-generating article, and a method for forming an aerosol in a shisha device.

Abstract: Provided is a heater for a ciga-like electronic cigarette with a heat transfer efficiency improved by strengthening a bonding force between a cigarette support portion and a heater portion by thermally pressing and bonding the cigarette support portion and the heater portion together using a heat-dissipating adhesive layer with a heat-dissipating filler added to a high-heat-resistant thermoplastic polyimide resin, and a method of manufacturing the same.

Abstract: Provided is a device including: a battery configured to supply power; a heater configured to heat an aerosol generating material by receiving power from the battery; a sensor; at least one output unit; and a controller, wherein the controller detects a user's puff by using the sensor and controls at least one output unit based on puff characteristic data based on a result of the detection.

Abstract: A glass atomizer includes a member for e-liquid injection and vapor discharge. The member for e-liquid injection and vapor discharge includes an outer glass tube and an inner glass tube disposed in the outer glass tube. The outer glass tube includes an air inlet. The inner glass tube includes a top end, and the outer edge of the top end includes a plurality of grooves. The top end is integrated with the inner wall of the outer glass tube.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an an electronic atomization device and an atomizer and a sealing structure thereof, and an atomizer assembling method. The sealing structure includes an elastic annular portion and at least one reinforcement portion. The at least one reinforcement portion is disposed in the annular portion, and two ends of the reinforcement portion are respectively connected with two opposite sides of the annular portion. The sealing structure facilitates automatic assembly and has the advantages of convenient assembly and low assembly cost. The atomizer is provided with the sealing structure of the present disclosure, and thus has the advantages of convenient assembly and low assembly cost. The atomizer assembling method has the advantages of easy operation, high efficiency and low cost.

Abstract: A method of preventing unauthorized use of an aerosol provision device may include receiving a wireless signal including an unlock code for unlocking the aerosol provision device, processing the wireless signal to determine host device characterization information or environmental context information, tuning processing circuitry to process the unlock code based on the host device characterization information or environmental context information, and transitioning the aerosol provision device from a locked state to an unlocked state responsive to processing the unlock code.

Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the present invention there is provided a method for controlling an operation of an electronic cigarette. The method can include determining a total amount of vaporization energy required to vaporize an amount of liquid stored in a reservoir of an electronic cigarette. The method can include determining a total amount of atomizer power that is delivered to an atomizer associated with the electronic cigarette over a period of time. The method can include determining an amount of liquid remaining in the reservoir of the electronic cigarette, based on a comparison between the total amount of vaporization energy and the total amount of atomizer power delivered to the atomizer over the period of time.

Abstract: A method for operating an electric power source unit for an inhaler is provided. The method includes making a sensor detect a puff action performed by a user; measuring detected-time that is a puff action period during that the detected puff action is continued; correcting the measured detected-time, by using a time correction model that is based on a characteristic parameter associated with the puff action; calculating accumulated detected-time by accumulating the corrected detected-time; and estimating a remaining quantity level of an inhaled component source, based on the accumulated detected-time.

Abstract: The method includes first arranging pairs of conductors on an aerosol-generating device, and second arranging conductive portions in a physical pattern on a consumable, the physical pattern being configured to electrically connect to at least one first subset of the pairs of conductors to complete at least one first circuit, of a plurality of circuits, that identifies the consumable, the plurality of circuits including the conductive portions and the pairs of conductors.

Abstract: A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler includes: a first element connected in series to a load and having a first electric resistance value; a second series circuit including a second element having a second electric resistance value and a third element connected in series to the second element and having a third electric resistance value, and connected in parallel with a first series circuit including the load and the first element; and an operational amplifier in which one of a non-inverting input terminal and an inverting input terminal is connected to the first series circuit, and the other of the non-inverting input terminal and the inverting input terminal is connected to the second series circuit. Each of the first to third electric resistance values is larger than the electric resistance value of the load at a normal temperature or a temperature in a predetermined temperature range.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a consumable unit for use with an inhalation device is disclosed. The method comprises providing a dose of aerosolisable material to a container of the consumable unit; positioning a closure over an end of the container; and securing the closure to the container. Apparatus for manufacturing a consumable unit for use with an inhalation device is also disclosed.

Abstract: Aspects of the instant disclosure relate to electronic cigarettes; more particularly, to charging cases for electronic cigarettes. In various embodiments. The charging case includes a container configured to house the electronic smoking device, a micro-control unit (“MCU”), wherein the MCU is coupled with the charging case and configured to facilitate charging a first rechargeable battery for the electronic smoking device, a plurality of connecting pins, where the connecting pins are coupled with the charging case and configured to facilitate electrical coupling between the electronic smoking device and the MCU; and a connector movably coupled with the charging case and configured to connect the MCU to external circuitry. Aspects of the disclosure are directed to a system comprising an electronic smoking device comprising a battery, an eCig memory, and control electronics, and a charging case comprising a container, a micro-control unit (“MCU”), a connector, and a charging case battery.

Abstract: Described herein are reservoir-less vaping-alternative devices. A device may include a housing defining a first cavity therein and including a valve assembly. The first cavity of the housing is in fluid communication with an environment external to the housing via the valve assembly. A device may further include a cap defining a second cavity and a first end defining a first aperture, and a second end defining a second aperture. The first end is for interaction with a mouth of a user and the second end is reversibly couplable to the housing. The cap cavity is in fluid communication with the housing cavity when the second end of the cap is coupled to the housing. A device may further include at least one wick pre-soaked in a fluid and positioned in the cap.

Abstract: An underwear includes a front body portion, a rear body portion, and a waistband attached to edges of the front body portion and the rear body portion. The underwear further includes a front pouch attached to the front body portion. The front pouch includes a first dart and a second dart, each extending from the waistband.

Abstract: An underwear includes a front body portion and a rear body portion. The underwear includes a waistband attached to edges of the front body portion and the rear body portion. The underwear further includes an interior pouch panel. The underwear also includes an exterior pouch panel overlaying the interior pouch panel and attached to the front body portion. The exterior pouch panel includes a folded edge arranged at an oblique angle with respect to the waistband that provides an opening into an interior of the underwear.

Abstract: The present invention relates to functional underskirt pants having a structure that does not curl up when wearing, implements a solid joint between a pants part and a skirt part, prevents a Y-zone from being exposed to the outside, and can compress the abdomen while covering the abdomen.

Abstract: A device for separating and spacing breasts to reduce perspiration is provided. The device is designed primarily for use with a female undergarment, but may be used without an undergarment. The device elevates and separates the breasts from each other. Placement of the device under the breast elevates the breast to separate the skin on the underside of the breast from the skin of the user's torso. Airflow under the breasts is greatly enhanced by the device, with additional airflow provided by way of spaced apertures positioned along the device. The device has a hollow interior which may be filled with a cooling gel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hygiene device, having a material body, which covers a region in the intended positioned state, and in particular has multiple plies (a, b, c) of material, in particular moisture absorption material, which is made of a plastic material, wood, paper, and/or granular material, wherein the hygiene device has at least one sensor (4) for measuring a parameter. It is proposed that the hygiene device has at least one transmitter module (5) on or in the material of the material body, the at least one sensor (4) is integrated in the transmitter module (5), and the transmitter module (5) is designed for the contactless transmission of sensor data of the at least one sensor (4) and without its own electrical energy source.

Abstract: An outer garment suitable for use by a wheelchair occupant that may be put on or taken off by an individual without requiring an undue amount of assistance. In one example, the garment takes the form of a “full-front, half-back” coat that fits as a single piece over an individual's head. The two sections are permanently joined along shoulder seams around the neck, outer arms and cuff regions, so that the garment is completely in place when put over an individual's head. A suitable type of releasable attachment (e.g., zipper, hook-and-loop, snaps, and the like) is used secure the sleeves in place and join the front and back sections along the side seams.

Abstract: A body pad apparatus with high surface friction on the inward-facing and outward-facing surfaces, to prevent slipping or repositioning of a body harnesses or personal flotation device, made of a material of a desired thickness that that conforms to stretch and pressure, and that has low profile attachments to secure the pad apparatus on, around, or to the user's body or to the harness or personal flotation device.

Abstract: A foam-plastic protector includes a foam insert having a front surface and a rear surface. A plastic sleeve is harder than the foam insert and has a base and an overlapping portion spaced from the base to define a gap. The foam insert is received against the base and inter-locked with the plastic sleeve. A covered portion of the foam insert is positioned within the gap and covered by the overlapping portion of the plastic sleeve. A remainder of the foam insert is exposed. A protective sport padding and a method of assembling same are also disclosed. The foam insert may be fixedly attached to the protective sport padding.

Abstract: An arm support apparatus for use with a computer controlling device comprises an arm supporting layer comprising a first upper surface and an opposing first lower surface, wherein the first upper surface is conformable or substantially conformable to one or more contours of an arm of a user, a low-friction layer comprising a second upper surface coupled to the first lower surface of the arm supporting layer and an opposing second lower surface configured to contact a supporting surface upon which the user controls the computer controlling device, and one or more arm-securing structures for securing the arm of the user to the arm supporting layer.

Abstract: A thumb guard device is provided. The device includes a solid elongated body. The solid elongated body is shaped like a finger or thumb. The elongated body varies is length and shape to accommodate for different usages. The solid elongated body is composed of a rigid plastic material to engage with a desired surface or object. The device includes an aperture to receive a keyring or any similar connector to mount the device to an object. In one embodiment, the device may be placed within the user's hand. In one embodiment, the device may also be placed over the finger or thumb of a user. The device further includes photoluminescent properties. The photoluminescent properties provide the user with a light source when it is used in dark spaces. The device may protect the thumb of the wearer when activating a difficult push-buttons or otherwise applying force to a surface.