Authenticatable inhalation system
US12138385B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 20, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/609
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An inhalation system including a fluid transfer member, a valve member, a cartridge assembly, and a mouthpiece, and a method of use thereof are provided. The valve member connects to an open end of the fluid transfer member. The cartridge assembly, positioned within the valve member, includes a substance holder and an absorbent member accommodated within a cartridge for containing and absorbing an inhaling substance. When the valve member connects to a vaporizer, the vaporizer heats the absorbent member to vaporize and release an inhaling fluid into the fluid transfer member. When the valve member connects to the mouthpiece, the valve member receives and transfers the inhaling fluid vapor from the fluid transfer member to a user's mouth via the mouthpiece. The locking mouthpiece assembly allows authentication of the user prior to releasing the inhaling fluid to the user's mouth.
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