Vaporization main unit and aerosol-forming device
US12310405B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 27, 2022 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA24F40/20
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A vaporization main unit includes: a mounting base comprising a mounting portion for mounting an aerosol-forming article; and a heating element for heating the aerosol-forming article, the heating element being arranged in the mounting portion. The mounting portion forms a groove. A bump is provided on a bottom surface of the groove, the heating element being arranged on the bump, the bump being in contact with the heating element. The heating element and a side surface of the groove are at least partially spaced.
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