POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR VAPING DEVICES

TECHNICAL FIELD

This disclosure relates generally to vaping devices and power supply systems for vaping devices.

SUMMARY

Disclosed are systems, devices, and/or methods of use thereof regarding vaping devices and power supply systems for vaping devices. In various aspects, a battery deck system for a vaping device includes a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, and at least one battery contained within the housing. The battery deck system may also include at least one threaded connection in the proximal end of the housing for receiving an oil tank having a threaded connection. Further, the battery deck system may include a plurality of pogo targets in the proximal end of the housing for receiving an oil tank having a plurality of pogo connectors (e.g., pogo pins or pogo targets). The battery deck system may additionally include a control module for controlling an operational function of the at least one battery. For example, upon connection of the oil tank having a threaded connection and/or connection of the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins, the control module changes the operational function of the at least one battery to match an operational need of the oil tank having a threaded connection and/or an operational need of the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins.

In some embodiments, an interchangeable power supply system for oil tanks may include a power supply and a first interface comprising a threaded connection in electrical communication with the power supply, the first interface for receiving an oil tank having a threaded connection. The interchangeable power supply system may also include a second interface comprising a plurality of pogo targets in electrical communication with the power supply, the second interface for receiving an oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins. Further, the interchangeable power supply system may include a control module for detecting a type of oil tank received by the first and/or second interfaces and for controlling an operational function of the power supply according to the type of oil tank detected.

In some embodiments, an interchangeable power supply system for vaping devices may include a battery unit. The battery unit may include a power supply element to store and supply power, and a first interface comprising a thread for connection with a vaping device that requires a thread. The interchangeable power supply system may also include a second interface comprising at least one pogo pin connection for connecting with a vaping device that requires a pogo pin connection. The battery unit may be selectively and interchangeably connectable with, and able to power, multiple types of vaping devices via one or more of the first interface and second interface.

In some configurations, an interchangeable power supply system, such as a battery deck assembly, is provided for various vaping devices having various heating core technologies. The power supply system is configured to power multiple types of vaping devices based on the individual device's connection requirements. Additionally, in some configurations, the power supply system features an integrated machine learning module that enables the system to learn and/or recognize various attributes of how a user vapes a particular vaping device.

In various aspects, a vaping eco-system may include an oil tank having a heating core technology and a power supply. The power supply may include a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, and a contact pad build at the proximal end of the housing. The contact pad build may include a plurality of electrical connections, one or more magnetic connections or other physical connections, and one or more air channels. The power supply may further include a power source in electrical communication with the plurality of electrical connections, and a control module for selectively powering the plurality of electrical connections based on the heating core technology of the oil tank.

In various aspects, a vaping eco-system may include an oil tank having a heating core technology and a power supply. The power supply may include a housing having a proximal end and a distal end. The power supply may also include a first electrical connection at the proximal end and a second electrical connection at the proximal end, the second electrical connection different from the first electrical connection. Additionally, the power supply may include a power source in electrical communication with the first electrical connection and the second electrical connection, and a control module for selectively powering the first electrical connection or the second electrical connection based on the heating core technology of the oil tank. In some configurations, the heating core technology includes an SMT heating core. In other configurations, the heating core technology includes a center post heating technology.

Other aspects of the disclosed subject matter, as well as features and advantages of various aspects of the disclosed subject matter, should be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art through consideration of the ensuing description, the accompanying drawings, and the appended claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

In the drawings:

FIG. 1 illustrates a partially exploded view of one example of a vaping device having an interchangeable power supply assembly and an oil tank;

FIG. 2 illustrates a top view of the proximal end of the interchangeable power supply assembly of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 illustrates an assembled view of another example of a vaping device having an interchangeable power supply assembly and an oil tank;

FIG. 4 illustrates another example of an interchangeable power supply;

FIG. 5A illustrates another example of an interchangeable power supply and FIGS. 5B to 5E illustrate vaping devices incorporating the interchangeable power supply of

FIG. 5A; FIG. 5F illustrates two (2) types of oil tanks connected to the interchangeable power supply of FIGS. 1 to 5A.

FIGS. 6A to 6C illustrate examples of the internal configurations of oil tanks for use with the interchangeable power supply of FIGS. 1 to 5A.

FIG. 7 illustrates one example of a printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) or control module of a power supply system for vaping devices, according to the present disclosure; and

FIGS. 8-12 illustrate flowcharts of example methods for powering a vaping device, according to the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Vaping devices typically include a cartridge or oil tank that contains an atomizer (e.g., heating core technology, coils, surface-mount technology heating cores, etc.) and an oil or liquid to be vaporized by the atomizer, and a power supply, such as a battery. The power supply provides power (e.g., electrical current) to the atomizer to heat and vaporize the oil or liquid. Often, the oil tanks and power supplies are unique to a brand or manufacturer of the vaping devices. That is, the oil tank of a brand or manufacturer can typically be used only with that brand's power supply. Put another way, vaping devices are often proprietary to brands or manufacturers and cannot be interchanged with vaping devices of another brand or manufacturer.

For example, many brands design their oil tanks with unique features that are specific to that brand's power supplies. Some of the unique features may be the size and/or shape of the oil tank that matches the size and/or shape of the power supply. Additionally, the unique features may be the type of electrical connection between the oil tank and power supply.

Even for vaping devices with some degree of interchangeability, another issue with current vaping devices is an inability of the power supply to recognize a foreign oil tank (i.e., an oil tank from another brand or manufacturer than the power supply). Put another way, the power supplies of current vaping devices lack the ability to communicate with a non-proprietary or foreign oil tank. The power supply may either (i) supply no power to the oil tank because the power supply doesn't recognize a connection has been made or (ii) supply too much power because the power supply doesn't recognize the connection as a non-proprietary connection.

In either case, supplying no power or supplying too much power, the vaping device is rendered inoperable. Specifically, if the power supply fails to provide power to the oil tank, no vapor will be produced and the device will be inoperable. If the power supply provides too much power, the atomizer may short-circuit and/or burn the oil rather than vaporizing it, also rendering the device inoperable.

Referring to FIGS. 1-2, a vaping device 200 may include an interchangeable power supply assembly 100 and an oil tank 20 or cartridge. As illustrated, the oil tank 20 includes a proximal end 21, a distal end 22, and a body 23 extending therebetween. The distal end 22 may include a threaded connection 25, such as a 510 threaded connection. “510 thread” refers to the ten, 0.5 mm threads that are typically on tanks that are compatible with batteries, and a 510 threaded connection can refer to any connection that is capable of receiving an oil tank. The body 23 may define a reservoir for holding an oil or liquid to be vaporized by an atomizer. Alternatively, the body 23 may be for holding dry, herbal substances to be vaporized by the atomizer. In some embodiments, the atomizer is contained within the distal end 22 of the oil tank 20.

The interchangeable power supply assembly 100, sometimes referred to as a battery deck system, may include a housing 10 with a proximal end 11 and a distal end 12. The housing 10 may house a printed circuit board assembly or control module (see control module 40 of FIG. 6) and a battery. The housing 10 may include various features that allow the housing 10 to receive or interface with a variety of different types of oil tanks 20.

The proximal end 11 of the housing 10 may include a contact pad build 33 for interfacing with the oil tank 20 (see FIG. 6C). The contact pad build 33 allows the interchangeable power supply system 100 to interface with a variety of oil tanks 20. For example, the contact pad build 33 allows the interchangeable power supply system 100 to interface with a 510 threaded oil tank, a postless oil tank, capsules containing rosin or other concentrates, pod oil tanks, rig modules for concentrates, and other oil tanks. In some embodiments, the contact pad build 33 may include one or more electrical connections 14 disposed at or near the proximal end 11 of the housing 10. The one or more electrical connections 14 may be disposed on a top surface 19 of the proximal end 11 of the housing 10. The one or more electrical connections 14 may facilitate the transfer of power from a battery or power source (not illustrated) stored within the housing 10 to the heating element of the oil tank 20. The one or more electrical connections 14 may include a threaded connection, pogo pin connections or targets, pogo pin connections, conduction components, any appropriate electrical connector, and/or combinations thereof.

As illustrated, the one or more electrical connections 14 include one or more (e.g., a plurality of) pogo pin connections 16. Pogo pin connections include a pogo pin that mate with a target. In some embodiments, the one or more pogo pin connections 16 include one or more pogo targets for receiving one or more pogo pins of an oil tank 20. In some embodiments, the one or more pogo pin connections 16 include one or more pogo pins for interfacing with one or more pogo targets of an oil tank 20. The electrical connections 14 can also include one or more anodes 15 to selectively power a device connected to a 510 threaded connection. The electrical connections 14 allow for inter-compatibility of various vaping devices and methods with the interchangeable power supply system 100, and also allow for backwards compatibility with existing vaping devices.

In some embodiments, the at least one threaded connection 25 is for receiving a 510 threaded oil tank 20. As illustrated, the oil tank 20 includes a proximal end 21, a distal end 22, and a body 23 extending therebetween. A mouthpiece or other type of vapor outlet may be included at the proximal end 21. The distal end 22 may include a threaded connection 25, such as a 510 threaded connection. The body 23 may define a reservoir for holding an oil or liquid to be vaporized by an atomizer. Alternatively, the body 23 may be for holding dry, herbal substances to be vaporized by the atomizer. In some embodiments, the atomizer is contained within the distal end 22 of the oil tank 20.

In some embodiments, the interchangeable power supply system 100 includes a connector 30. The connector 30 may be for facilitating a connection between an oil tank 20 having a first type of electrical connection (e.g., a threaded connection 25) and a power supply system 100 having a second type of electrical connection (e.g., pogo pin connections 14), where the first type of electrical connection is different than the second type of electrical connection. In some embodiments, the connector 30 facilitates a connection between the oil tank 20 and the power supply system 100, regardless of the type of electrical connection. The connector 30 may provide a magnetic connection between the oil tank 20 and the interchangeable power supply system 100.

FIG. 3 illustrates an assembled view of another example of a vaping device 200 having an interchangeable power supply assembly 100 and an oil tank 20. The interchangeable power supply 100 includes a housing 10 with a proximal end 11 and a distal end 12. The oil tank 20 includes a body 23 having a proximal end 21 and a distal end 22. A connector 30 is disposed between the interchangeable power supply 100 and the oil tank 20. The connector 30 may provide a magnetic connection, a keyed connection, a slotted connection, or another appropriate means of connection between the interchangeable power supply 100 and the oil tank 20.

FIG. 4 illustrates another example of an interchangeable power supply 100. As before, the interchangeable power supply 100 includes a housing 10 with proximal and distal ends 11, 12. As illustrated, the proximal end 11 of the housing 10 defines a cavity 26. In some embodiments, the cavity 26 may be for receiving an oil tank 20. In some embodiments, the cavity 26 may be for holding dry, herbal substances to be vaporized. In such embodiments, the housing 10 of the power supply 100 may house or include an atomizer and the cavity 26 may be in communication with the atomizer, such that powering or heating of the atomizer causes the dry, herbal substance to be vaporized.

The interchangeable power supply system 100 may also include a pipe 27 external to the power supply system 100 and in fluid communication with the cavity 26. The interchangeable power supply system 100 may include a battery 13 which may be external to the housing 10. In some embodiments, the battery 13 is external to the housing 10 and provides power to the power supply system 100 through insertion of the battery 13 in a side cavity of the housing 10 (not illustrated). Upon insertion of the battery 13 to the housing 10, a terminal of the battery 13 will complete an electrical circuit to provide power to an atomizer or other heating element. Thereby, the dry, herbal substance can be vaporized for inhalation by a user.

In some embodiments, the vaping device 200 further includes a protective outer casing. The protective outer casing may define an internal cavity for receiving the oil tank 20 and a portion of the battery deck assembly 100. In some embodiments, the distal end 12 of the battery deck assembly 100 remains outside of the protective casing. In some embodiments, the distal end 12 of the battery deck assembly 100 is visually continuous with the protective casing, such that battery deck assembly 100 of the vaping device 200 is not visually different from the casing. In some embodiments, emblems, indicia, graphics, or other features may be included on an exterior surface of the casing. The casing may include an internal vapor pathway that may be continuous and in fluid communication with a mouthpiece of the oil tank 20.

Defined within a portion of the housing 10 (e.g., a side wall) may be a port, such as a charging port (not illustrated). The port may include a USB, USB-C, lighting, or other type of port for charging a battery housed within the housing 10. Additionally, and/or alternatively, the battery may be charged through induction, in which case the housing 10 contains components to facilitate charging through induction. In some configurations, the battery housing includes a screen, such as an LCD screen, to display information. Information may include, for example, details on the type of vaping device connected, the power supply setting or modulation, the amount of battery or power left, the temperature of the vaping device, etc.

FIG. 5A illustrates another embodiment of an interchangeable power supply or battery deck system 100 having an integrated connector 30. The interchangeable power supply assembly 100 may include a housing 10 with a proximal end 11 and a distal end 12. The housing may be any suitable shape and size (circular, ovular, square, rectangular, etc.) and this disclosure is not limited to a housing of a particular shape nor a particular size. The shape and size may be changed as desired and may be modified to substantially align with an oil tank, battery, etc., or may not align with an oil tank, battery, etc.

The housing 10 may house a printed circuit board assembly or control module (see control module 40 of FIG. 6) and/or a battery. The housing 10 may include various features that allow the housing 10 to receive or interface with a variety of different types of oil tanks 20. For example, a connection point 17 may be disposed or defined on the top surface 19 of the proximal end 11. The connection point 17 may provide both a mechanical connection for connecting the oil tank 20 to the housing 10 and an electrical connection for facilitating a transfer of power from the housing 10 to the oil tank 20. In some embodiments, the connection point 17 is a threaded connection, such as a 510 threaded connection point 17 to receive a 510 oil tank. However, other connection points 17 may be utilized to receive other types of oil tanks, such as a magnetic connection, press-fit connection, friction fit connection, etc. The connection point 17 may generally allow reversible connection of an oil tank so that oil tanks can be connected and removed from the connector 30.

FIGS. 5B to 5F illustrate various oil tanks 20 that may be attached and connected with the interchangeable power supply 100 via connection point 17. The interchangeable power supply 100, via connection point 17, may receive threaded oil tanks 20 or disposable oil tanks 20. As illustrated in FIG. 5C, in some embodiments, a connector 30 is disposed between the interchangeable power supply 100 and the oil tank 20. The connector 30 may be for facilitating an electrical connection between an oil tank 20 and the interchangeable power supply 100, such as by providing an activation button.

In some embodiments, the connector 30 may be for facilitating a connection between an oil tank 20 having a first type of electrical connection (e.g., a threaded connection 25) and a power supply system 100 having a second type of electrical connection (e.g., pogo pin connections 14 or other types of electrical connections), where the first type of electrical connection is different than the second type of electrical connection. In some embodiments, the connector 30 facilitates a connection between the oil tank 20 and the power supply system 100, regardless of the type of electrical connection. The connector 30 may provide a magnetic connection between the oil tank 20 and the power supply system 100, or any other suitable type of connection.

The connector 30 and/or the oil tanks 20 may include one or more communications modules, such as a near-field communications (NFC) module or other type of suitable communications module. The communications module may facilitate communication of data about the oil tank 20 (e.g., a substance contained within the oil tank 20, an electrical power requirement of the oil tank 20, etc.) to the interchangeable power supply system 100. Additionally, and/or alternatively, the connector 30 and/or the oil tanks 20 may include an activator switch, such as a power button or toggle, to turn the interchangeable power supply system 100 “on” and provide power to the atomizer or heating core technology of the oil tanks 20.

In some embodiments, one or more electrical connections (e.g., connections 14) are disposed at or near the distal end 12 of the housing 10. The one or more electrical connections may be disposed on a bottom surface of the distal end 12 of the housing 10. The one or more electrical connections may be for facilitating the transfer of power from a battery (not illustrated) external to the housing 10 to the atomizer of the oil tank 20. The one or more electrical connections may include a threaded connection, pogo pin connections or targets, pogo pin connections, and/or combinations thereof, or other suitable types of electrical connections.

As illustrated, the one or more electrical connections include one or more (e.g., a plurality of) pin connections 16. Pin connections can include a pogo pin that mate with a target. In some embodiments, the one or more pogo pin connections 16 include one or more pogo targets for receiving one or more pogo pins of an oil tank 20. In some embodiments, the one or more pogo pin connections 16 include one or more pogo pins for interfacing with one or more pogo targets of an oil tank 20. The electrical connections can also include one or more anodes 15 to selectively power a device connected to a 510 threaded connection. The electrical connections allow for inter-compatibility of various vaping devices and methods with the battery deck system 100, and also allow for backwards compatibility with existing vaping devices.

FIG. 5D illustrates two types of oil tanks 20 that can be used with the interchangeable power supply or battery deck system 100. Specifically, the interchangeable power supply system 100 can support a postless oil tank 28 and/or an oil tank having a center post 29 (also referred to herein as a “center post system oil tank”). The postless oil tank 28 may include a heating core that does not require a center post, such as a surface mount technology (SMT) heating core that requires a first voltage or power level. The center post system oil tank 29 may include a center post housing an atomizer (e.g., metal coil, ceramic core, ceramic core with an embedded coil, etc.) that requires a second voltage or power level different than the first voltage or power level. The interchangeable power supply system 100 may support connection of either the postless oil tank 28 or the center post system oil tank 29 and may provide the appropriate voltage or power level to adequately power the SMT heating core or the atomizer. Similarly, interchangeable power supply system 100 may adjust one or more of a voltage, a resistance, a wattage, a current, etc. of the power delivered to the oil tank (and the atomizer or heating core contained therein).

FIG. 5E illustrates various volumes or sizes of the postless oil tank 28 and the center post system oil tank 29 that can be accommodated by the interchangeable power supply system 100. For example, the interchangeable power supply system 100 can accommodate or support postless oil tanks 28 having volumes ranging from 0.5 mL to 3.0 mL, such as 1.0, 1.,5, 2.0, 2.5mL or a volume within a range defined by any two of the foregoing values. Additionally, the interchangeable power supply system 100 can accommodate or support center post system oils tanks 29 having volumes ranging from 0.5 mL to 5.0 mL, such as 1.0, 1.,5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 mL or a volume within a range defined by any two of the foregoing values. FIG. 5F illustrates the postless oil tank 28 and the center post system oil tank 29 attached or connected to an interchangeable power supply system 100.

FIG. 6A illustrates some of the internal configuration of a postless oil tank 28 that can be used with the interchangeable power supply system of FIGS. 1 through 5A. As seen in FIG. 6A, the postless oil tank 28 includes a heating core 28h, which may be an SMT heating core (e.g., a ceramic SMT heating core, etc.), and at least one air channel 28a. The heating core 28h may receive power through pogo connectors 16. The at least one air channel 28a may include two (2) air channels 28a that are disposed on two sides of the heating core 28h. Conventional oil tanks position the air channel directly below or underneath the heating core, which allows condensate to enter the airway and clog the vaping device. In contrast, positioning the air channel(s) 28a around the heating core 28h (e.g., flanking the heating core, disposed at edges of the heating core, etc.) prevents condensate from entering the airway and clogging the device. The air channels 28a may flank the heating core 28h asymmetrically or symmetrically. The postless oil tank 28 may also include a wick 28w, such as oil-absorbing cotton or another appropriate material, to facilitate the transfer of oil contained within the postless oil tank 28 to the heating core 28h. The wick 28w may also absorb any condensate and prevent the condensate from entering the airway and clogging the device. In some embodiments, a gasket or silicone piece 28g may be incorporated into the postless oil tank 28, allowing for easy cleaning of any built-up condensate and providing a polished appearance. A size of the gasket 28g may correspond to a size or volume of the oil tank 28. Specifically, a larger gasket 28g may correspond to a smaller volume, such as 0.5 to 1.0 mL. Accordingly, a smaller gasket 28g may correspond to a larger volume, such as 1.5 to 2.0 mL. This may improve efficiencies in production by allowing the same part to be machined and allow two different volumes by simply changing the size of the gasket.

FIG. 6B illustrates the internal configuration of a center post system oil tank 29 that can be used with the interchangeable power supply system of FIGS. 1 through 5A. As seen in FIG. 6B, the center post system oil tank 29 includes a center post 29c, which may house an atomizer, and at least one air channel 29a. The at least one air channel 29a may include two (2) air channels 29a that are disposed on two sides of the center post 29c. Conventional oil tanks position the air channel directly below or underneath the center post, which allows condensate to enter the airway, the center post, and clog the vaping device. In contrast, positioning the air channel(s) 29a around the center post 29c (e.g., flanking the center post, disposed at edges of the center post, etc.) prevents condensate from entering the airway, the center post 29c, and clogging the device. The air channels 29a may flank the center post 29c asymmetrically or symmetrically. The center post system oil tank 29 may also include a wick 29w, such as oil-absorbing cotton or another appropriate material, to facilitate the transfer of oil contained within the center post system oil tank 29 to the center post 29c. The wick 29w may also absorb any condensate and prevent the condensate from entering the airway and clogging the device. In some embodiments, a gasket or silicone piece 29g may be incorporated into the center post system oil tank 29, allowing for easy cleaning of any built-up condensate and providing a polished appearance.

FIG. 6C illustrates a close-up view the proximal end 11 of the housing 10 of the interchangeable power supply 100. Specifically, FIG. 6C illustrates the contact pad build 33 at the proximal end 11 for accommodating both a postless oil tank 28 and a center post system oil tank 29. As illustrated, the contact pad build 33 includes one or more magnetic connections 35 for magnetically securing an oil tank 28, 29 to the proximal end 11 of the housing 10. The contact pad build 33 also includes electrical connections 14, which may include a plurality of pogo connectors 16 (e.g., pogo pins and/or pogo targets), one or more threaded connections, and any other appropriate electrical connection for supplying power from a power source housed within the housing 10 to an oil tank 28, 29 connected to the housing 10. The contact pad build 33 further includes one or more air channels 11a to assist in a flow of air and vapor through the oil tank 28, 29 connected to the housing 10.

FIG. 7 illustrates one embodiment of a printed circuit board assembly or control module 40. The control module 40 may be incorporated into an interchangeable power supply system or battery deck assembly, such as those illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 5A. For example, the control module 40 may be incorporated into a connector 30. Additionally, and/or alternatively, the control module 40 may be incorporated into the housing 10 of an interchangeable power supply system 100. The control module 40 may include at least one: radiofrequency (RF) module 41; microprocessor unit 42; data module 43; sensor 44; machine learning (ML) module 45; memory unit 46; communication protocol 47; transceiver 48; and network module 49. The control module 40 may include a plurality of: radiofrequency modules 41; microprocessor units 42; data modules 43; sensors 44; machine learning (ML) modules 45; memory units 46; communication protocols 47; transceivers 48; and network modules 49. The control module 40 may communicate with a user interface, such as an interface on the device or an interface on a user device such as a smart phone or software application.

The control module 40 may also include an air flow adjustment module 50 for adjusting a flow of air or vapor through an oil tank connected to the interchangeable power supply system 100. The air flow adjustment module 50 may be in communication with a microphone or other flow sensor for detecting a draw on an oil tank and, based on the detected draw, adjust the flow of air or vapor accordingly. Additionally, the control module 40 may include a heating module 51 for cooling or heating vapor flowing through the oil tank; a water bubble module 52; and a power adjustment module 53. The oil tank or vaping device 200 may include thermoelectric modules to heat or cool the vapor produced and flowing through the oil tank, and/or prevent freezing or low temperatures to an oil within the oil tank. The power adjustment module 53 may adjust one or more of a voltage, a resistance, a wattage, a current, etc. of the power delivered to the oil tank (and the atomizer or heating core contained therein). The power adjustment module 53 may adjust the power delivered to the oil tank based on a speed of inhalation (e.g., rapid or slow inhales by a user), the type of oil tank, a connectivity to a software application, and a set temperature. The power adjustment module 53 may be related to or include temperature control functionalities, such as providing power based on a set degree.

In some embodiments, the control module 40 may be upgradable, via hardware and/or software upgrades. Upgrades could be pushed by a manufacturer or selected by a consumer for customization. The control module 40 may contain hardware that allows for near-field communication to allow detection of a particular oil tank type with a particular type of oil, and the control module 40 may send instructions to the battery to optimize the battery output for the particular type of oil. The control module 40 may be in communication with an activator to activate the battery, such as a button activator, or a draw activator. The control module 40 can also contain software/hardware to control the power modulation to the battery.

In some embodiments, the ML module(s) 45 enables an interchangeable power supply system or battery deck assembly to learn and/or recognize various attributes of a vaping device, such as vaping devices 200. For example, the ML module(s) 45 may allow the interchangeable power supply system 100 and/or the control module 40 to detect (i) a presence of an oil tank attached to the power supply system and (ii) the type of oil tank attached (e.g., an oil tank containing oil or dry, herbal substances). In other embodiments, the ML module 45 enables an interchangeable power supply system or battery deck assembly to learn and/or recognize various attributes of how a user vapes a particular devices.

The ML module(s) 45 comprise one or more processors and memory storage. The memory storage contains instructions executable by the processor(s) to perform machine learning tasks. The module 45 is configured to collect, analyze, and interpret user data associated with the operation of the vaping device. The user data can include, but is not limited to, the frequency of use, time of use, duration of use, puff duration, puff intensity, device temperature, the type of oil tank, and other related parameters.

In some configurations, the ML module(s) 45 use this collected data to create a user profile that reflects the user's vaping habits and preferences. By employing various machine learning algorithms, the module 45 can identify patterns, make predictions, or generate recommendations based on the analyzed data. The module 45 may recognize a pattern where the user prefers longer puffs in the morning and shorter ones in the evening. Based on this, the power supply system may optimize its power output to provide a consistent vaping experience that aligns with the user's preferences. The system could also provide alerts to the user when the battery needs recharging, considering the user's typical vaping habits to avoid unexpected power depletion.

The ML module(s) 45 may also use the gathered data to implement predictive maintenance strategies. For example, the module 45 could predict when the battery might need replacement or when the device might require servicing based on the user's usage patterns and the device's performance metrics. The ML module(s) 45 may use supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, reinforcement learning, any appropriate learning method, or a combination thereof, to learn the user's vaping habits and optimize the operation of the vaping device accordingly.

The transceiver(s) 48 and/or microprocessor unit(s) 42 may receive signals from the oil tank 20 indicating the type of oil tank 20. The signals indicating the type of oil tank 20 may provide information about a type of electrical connection, a type of heating technology, and a type of substance contained within the oil tank 20. The transceiver(s) 48 and/or microprocessor unit(s) 42 may send the received signals (e.g., through the communication protocols 47) to the ML module(s) 45 to inform the ML module(s) 45 of (i) the oil tank's presence and (ii) the type of oil tank. In some embodiments, the ML module(s) 45 communicate with the memory unit(s) 46 and/or data module(s) 43 (e.g., through the communication protocols 47) to store the received signals and build an association of the received signal with the type of oil tank.

In some embodiments, the memory unit(s) 46 includes short-term memory. In some embodiments, the memory unit(s) 46 includes longer-term memory. In some embodiments, the memory unit(s) 46 are or include RAM.

The ML module(s) 45 may allow the interchangeable power supply system 100 and/or the control module 40 to associate a particular operational function of the power supply system 100 with a particular type of oil tank 20. The operational function of the power supply system 100 may include a voltage of electricity delivered to an atomizer, a time of electricity delivered to the atomizer, and/or a temperature of the atomizer (which can be a function of voltage, time, or both). The ML module(s) 45 may associate a first voltage with a first type of oil tank, a second voltage with a second type of oil tank, and so on.

For example, the first type of oil tank may include an oil to be vaporized at a first voltage. When the ML module(s) 45 and/or the control module 40 recognizes a connection or attachment of the first type of oil tank, the ML module(s) 45 and/or the control module 40 may automatically operate the power supply system 100 to cause the first voltage to be delivered to the atomizer. Additionally, the second type of oil tank may include a dry, herbal substance to be vaporized at a second voltage which is different from the first voltage. When the ML module(s) 45 and/or the control module 40 recognizes a connection or attachment of the second type of oil tank, the ML module(s) 45 and/or the control module 40 may automatically operate the power supply system 100 to cause the second voltage to be delivered to the atomizer.

Similarly, upon detection of the type of oil tank attached, the ML module(s) 45 and/or the control module 40 may energize the power supply system 100 for a time period sufficient to achieve a desired vaporization. Further, the ML module(s) 45 and/or the control module 40 may energize the power supply system 100 for a time period sufficient to achieve a desired temperature.

By utilizing the ML module(s), the power supply system 100 can provide a personalized vaping experience, prolong the device's lifespan, increase battery efficiency, and provide valuable insights to the user, thereby improving the overall user experience.

The network module(s) 49 and/or RF module(s) 41 may allow the control module 40 and/or the power supply system 100 to communicate with various external devices or software applications. For example, the network module(s) 49 and/or RF module(s) 41 may allow a first vaping device 200 having the control module 40 to communicate with a second vaping device 200 having a control module 40. As another non-limiting example, the network module(s) 49 and/or RF module(s) 41 may allow the control module 40 and/or the power supply system 100 to communicate with a software application installed on a mobile device of a user of the vaping device 200. In some embodiments, the RF module(s) 41 facilitate near-field communication (NFC), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and other types of communication for the vaping device 200 and/or the power supply system 100.

The RF module(s) 41 may communicate with an NFC module incorporated into the oil tank. The RF module(s) 41 may receive data about the oil tank from the NFC module, such as a type of substance contained within the oil tank (e.g., oil or herbal substances), a power level necessary to power the oil tank, and an electrical connection type of the oil tank, among other data. Thus, the RF module(s) 41, either alone or in connection with an NFC module, facilitate the detection of the oil tank or vaping device 200 and delivery of adequate power to the oil tank or vaping device 200.

In some embodiments, a user may set a desired temperature or identify a type of oil tank 20 attached to a power supply system 100 within a software application. The control module 40 may receive the desired temperature and/or type of oil tank 20 and energize the power supply system 100 accordingly. The power supply system 100 may include various settings for desired power levels, pre-heat function, and variable voltage settings.

In some configurations, the power supply system 100 includes haptic feedback, and can also include auto-inhale activation and/or adjustable airflow.

Also disclosed are methods of powering a vaping device. For example, the disclosed methods may be for powering an atomizer contained within an oil tank of a vaping device. FIGS. 8 through 12 illustrate flowcharts of example methods for powering a vaping device. In some embodiments, method 300 (FIG. 8) includes connecting an oil tank to a power supply system, at 305. The power supply system may be the power supply system of FIGS. 1 through 6C. For example, the power supply system may include a battery, a first interface having a first electrical connection, and a second interface having a second electrical connection. The first and second electrical connections may include threaded connections and/or pogo targets. The oil tank may be connected to the first interface or the second interface.

The method 300 may also include detecting a type of oil tank connected, at 310, and a type of electrical connection, at 315. Detecting a type of oil tank may include receiving information from the oil tank regarding a substance contained within the oil tank (e.g., an oil substance or an herbal, flower substance). The type of electrical connection detected may be a threaded connection and/or pogo pins to be received by pogo pin targets. The method 300 may additionally include supplying power to the oil tank based on the type of oil tank (e.g., oil or flower) and the type of electrical connection (e.g., threaded or pogo pins), at 320.

Another method 400 (FIG. 9) of powering a vaping device may include detecting a connection of an oil tank to a power supply system, at 405. As with method 300, the power supply system may be the power supply system of FIGS. 1 through 6C. For example, the power supply system may include a battery, a first interface having a first electrical connection, and a second interface having a second electrical connection. The first and second electrical connections may include threaded connections and/or pogo targets. The oil tank may be connected to the first interface or the second interface. The method 400 may also include detecting a type of the oil tank connected to the power supply system, at 410, and detecting a type of electrical connection, at 415. Detecting a type of oil tank may include receiving information from the oil tank regarding a substance contained within the oil tank (e.g., an oil substance or an herbal, flower substance). The type of electrical connection detected may be a threaded connection and/or pogo pins to be received by pogo pin targets. In some embodiments, the type of electrical connection is detected through the first or second electrical connection.

In some embodiments, the method 400 also includes controlling a temperature of an atomizer within the oil tank, at 420. The temperature of the atomizer may be controlled based on (i) the type of substance within the oil tank (e.g., oil or herbs) and/or (ii) the type of electrical connection between the oil tank and the power supply system (e.g., threaded or pogo pins). In some embodiments, the temperature of the atomizer is controlled by modulating a time period of power delivered to the atomizer. For example, when a lower temperature is desired, power can be delivered to the atomizer for a few seconds (1 second, 2seconds, 4 seconds, etc.). When a higher temperature is desired, power can be delivered to the atomizer for longer than 15 seconds, such as 16, 18, 20, 25 seconds, etc. The method 400 may further include controlling a voltage delivered to the atomizer, at 425. In some embodiments, controlling the voltage delivered to the atomizer controls the temperature of the atomizer.

A method 500 (FIG. 10) of powering a vaping device may include, in some embodiments, detecting a connection of an oil tank to a power supply system, at 505. As with methods 300 and 400, the power supply system may be the power supply system of FIGS. 1 through 6C. For example, the power supply system may include a battery, a first interface having a first electrical connection, and a second interface having a second electrical connection. The first and second electrical connections may include threaded connections and/or pogo targets. The oil tank may be connected to the first interface or the second interface. The method 500 may also include detecting a type of the oil tank connected to the power supply system, at 510, and detecting a type of electrical connection, at 515. Detecting a type of oil tank may include receiving information from the oil tank regarding a substance contained within the oil tank (e.g., an oil substance or an herbal, flower substance). The type of electrical connection detected may be a threaded connection and/or pogo pins to be received by pogo pin targets.

The method 500 may also include receiving a desired temperature for an atomizer within the oil tank, at 520. In some embodiments, the desired temperature is received by a control module of the power supply system. The control module may receive the desired temperature from a software application in communication with the control module. Additionally, and/or alternatively, the control module may receive the desired temperature from a dial, button, switch, or other mechanism incorporated (e.g., mechanically attached) into the power supply system. The method 500 may further include modulating a power delivered to the atomizer, at 525. For example, the voltage and/or timing of power delivered to the atomizer may be modulated. In some embodiments, the control module modulates the power delivered to the atomizer. The power delivered to the atomizer may be modulated based on (i) the type of oil tank connected to the power supply, (ii) the type of electrical connection between the oil tank and the power supply, (iii) the desired temperature for the atomizer, and (iv) combinations thereof.

Another example method 600 (FIG. 11) of powering a vaping device may include detecting a type of oil tank connected to a battery deck system, at 605, and a type of electrical connection for the oil tank, at 610. As before, detecting a type of oil tank may include receiving information from the oil tank regarding a substance contained within the oil tank (e.g., an oil substance or an herbal, flower substance). The type of electrical connection detected may be a threaded connection and/or pogo pins to be received by pogo pin targets.

The method 600 may additionally include modulating a voltage delivered to the oil tank, at 615. In some embodiments, the voltage delivered is modulated based on the type of oil tank (e.g., oil or flower) and the type of electrical connection (e.g., threaded or pogo pins). The method 600 may also include detecting a level of oil within the oil tank, at 620, and providing an alert when the level of oil falls below a threshold value, at 625. For example, the level of oil contained within an oil tank may be difficult to discern visually, which may result in a user attempting to produce vapor from an empty oil tank. Providing an alert allows the user to replace the empty oil tank and avoid inhaling bad tasting hits, or hits containing undesirable by-products of vaporization. Alternatively, an alert may be provided to the user when flower or other dry, herbal substances have been fully heated or “cooked” and should be thrown away.

In some embodiments, disclosed vaping devices, power supplies, battery deck systems, and/or control modules are capable of learning, such as machine learning. For example, a method 700 (FIG. 12) may include detecting a type of the oil tank connected to a battery deck system, at 705, and detecting a type of electrical connection, at 710. As previously, detecting a type of oil tank may include receiving information from the oil tank regarding a substance contained within the oil tank (e.g., an oil substance or an herbal, flower substance). The type of electrical connection detected may be a threaded connection and/or pogo pins to be received by pogo pin targets.

The method 700 may also include associating the type of oil tank with the type of electrical connection, at 715. Specifically, the vaping device, power supply, battery deck system, and/or control module may associate a first oil tank having a threaded connection with the threaded electrical connection. Additionally, a second oil tank having one or more pogo pins may be associated with the pogo target electrical connection. The method 700 may further include automatically modulating a voltage delivered to the oil tank based on the type of oil tank connected, at 720. Specifically, when a first oil tank having a threaded connection is attached to the battery deck system, a first voltage may be delivered to the oil tank. When a second oil tank having one or more pogo pins is connected to the battery deck system, a second voltage may be delivered to the oil tank. In some embodiments, the first voltage is associated with a first temperature and the second voltage is associated with the second temperature.

The oil tanks 20, 28, 29 used with the disclosed interchangeable power supply system 100 may be manufactured from a single, simplified mold. Specifically, a wide range of volumes for the oil tanks 20, 28, 29 may be produced using a single mold. For example, a base oil tank having a base volume may be manufactured using a mold and a gasket or silicone piece may be inserted into the base oil tank to achieve a volume different than the base volume. Larger gaskets or silicone pieces may be inserted into base oil tanks when a smaller volume (e.g., 0.5 mL, 1.0 mL, 1.5 mL, 2.0 mL, etc.) is desired; smaller gaskets or silicone pieces may be inserted when a larger volume (2.5 mL, 3.0 mL, 3.5 mL, 4.0 mL, 4.5 mL, etc.) is desired. The gasket may take up volume or headspace in the molded oil tank, allowing the remaining volume to be filled with a substance for vaporizing (e.g., oil, flower, etc.). By utilizing a single, identical mold for each volume of oil tank, fewer unique molds need to be kept on hand, cutting down manufacturing costs of time and money. Embodiments

Embodiment 1. A vaping eco-system comprising an oil tank having a heating core technology; and a power supply, the power supply comprising a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, a first electrical connection at the proximal end, a second electrical connection at the proximal end, the second electrical connection different from the first electrical connection, a power source in electrical communication with the first electrical connection and the second electrical connection, and a control module for selectively powering the first electrical connection or the second electrical connection based on the heating core technology of the oil tank.

Embodiment 2. The vaping eco-system of Embodiment 1, wherein the oil tank comprises a near-field communication (NFC) module for communicating with the control module of the power supply.

Embodiment 3. The vaping eco-system of Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2, wherein the heating core technology of the oil tank comprises a center post and atomizer.

Embodiment 4. The vaping eco-system of any one of Embodiments 1 to 3, wherein the heating core technology of the oil tank comprises a postless SMT core.

Embodiment 5. A battery deck system for a vaping device comprising a housing having a proximal end and a distal end; at least one battery contained within the housing; at least one threaded connection in the proximal end of the housing, the at least one threaded connection for receiving an oil tank having a threaded connection; a plurality of pogo connectors in the proximal end of the housing, the plurality of pogo connectors for receiving an oil tank having a plurality of pogo connectors; and a control module for controlling an operational function of the at least one battery, such that upon connection of the oil tank having a threaded connection and/or connection of the oil tank having a plurality of pogo connectors, the control module changes the operational function of the at least one battery to match an operational need of the oil tank having a threaded connection and/or an operational need of the oil tank having a plurality of pogo connectors.

Embodiment 6. The battery deck system of Embodiment 5, wherein the at least one threaded connection physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a threaded connection in a secure manner.

Embodiment 7. The battery deck system of Embodiment 6, wherein the at least one threaded connection physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a threaded connection through a magnetic coupling.

Embodiment 8. The battery deck system of Embodiment 6 or Embodiment 7, wherein the at least one threaded connection physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a threaded connection through a keyed coupling.

Embodiment 9. The battery deck system of any one of Embodiments 6 to 8, wherein the at least one threaded connection physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a threaded connection through a slotted coupling.

Embodiment 10. The battery deck system of any one of Embodiments 5 to 9, wherein the plurality of pogo connectors physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo connectors in a secure manner.

Embodiment 11. The battery deck system of any one of Embodiments 5 to 10, wherein the plurality of pogo connectors of the oil tank comprise a plurality of pogo pins and the plurality of pogo connectors of the battery deck system comprise a plurality of pogo targets. Embodiment 12. The battery deck system of Embodiment 11, wherein the plurality of pogo targets physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins through a magnetic coupling.

Embodiment 13. The battery deck system of either Embodiment 11 or Embodiment 12, wherein the plurality of pogo targets physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins through a keyed coupling.

Embodiment 14. The battery deck system of any one of Embodiments 11 to 13, wherein the plurality of pogo targets physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins through a slotted coupling.

Embodiment 15. The battery deck system of any one of Embodiments 5 to 14, wherein the control module controls a temperature of an atomizer contained within the vaping device.

Embodiment 16. An interchangeable power supply system for vaping devices comprising a power supply; a first interface comprising a threaded connection in electrical communication with the power supply, the first interface for receiving an oil tank having a threaded connection; a second interface comprising a plurality of pogo targets in electrical communication with the power supply, the second interface for receiving an oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins; and a control module for detecting a type of oil tank received by the first and/or second interfaces and for controlling an operational function of the power supply according to the type of oil tank detected.

Embodiment 17. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 16, wherein the power supply is a rechargeable battery.

Embodiment 18. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 16 or

Embodiment 17, wherein the first interface physically and electrically connects to the oil tank having a threaded connection in a secure manner.

Embodiment 19. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 18, wherein the threaded connection physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a threaded connection through a magnetic coupling.

Embodiment 20. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 18 or

Embodiment 19. wherein the threaded connection physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a threaded connection through a keyed coupling.

Embodiment 21. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 18 to 20, wherein the at least one threaded connection physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a threaded connection through a slotted coupling.

Embodiment 22. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 16 to 21, wherein the plurality of pogo targets physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins in a secure manner.

Embodiment 23. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 22, wherein the plurality of pogo targets physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins through a magnetic coupling.

Embodiment 24. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 22, or

Embodiment 23, wherein the plurality of pogo targets physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins through a keyed coupling.

Embodiment 25. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 22 to 24, wherein the plurality of pogo targets physically and electrically couples with the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins through a slotted coupling.

Embodiment 26. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 16 to 25, wherein the operational function of the power supply comprises a voltage delivered to the first and/or second interfaces.

Embodiment 27. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 16 to 26, wherein the operational function of the power supply comprises a time period of power supplied to the first and/or second interfaces.

Embodiment 28. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 16 to 27, wherein the control module controls a temperature of an atomizer contained within the vaping device.

Embodiment 29. An interchangeable power supply system for vaping devices comprising: a battery unit comprising a power supply element to store and supply power; a first interface comprising a thread for connection with a vaping device that requires a thread; and a second interface comprising at least one pogo pin connection for connecting with a vaping device that requires a pogo pin connection, wherein the battery unit is selectively and interchangeably connectable with, and able to power, multiple types of vaping devices via one or more of the first interface and second interface.

Embodiment 30. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 29, wherein the power supply element is a rechargeable battery.

Embodiment 31. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 30, wherein the rechargeable battery is rechargeable through induction.

Embodiment 32. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 29 to 31, wherein the battery unit further comprises a control unit to recognize the connection type of the vaping device and to regulate power accordingly.

Embodiment 33. The interchangeable power supply of Embodiment 32, wherein the control unit control a temperature of an atomizer within the vaping device.

Embodiment 34. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 29 to 33, wherein the battery unit physically and electrically couples with the vaping devices in a secure manner.

Embodiment 35. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 34, wherein the battery unit couples with the vaping devices through a magnetic coupling.

Embodiment 36. The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 34 or The interchangeable power supply system of Embodiment 35, wherein the battery unit couples with the vaping devices through a keyed coupling.

Embodiment 37. The interchangeable power supply system of any one of Embodiments 34 to 36, wherein the battery unit couples with the vaping devices through a slotted coupling. Embodiment 38. A battery deck system for a vaping device comprising a housing having a proximal end and a distal end; at least one threaded connection in the proximal end of the housing, the at least one threaded connection for receiving an oil tank having a threaded connection; a pair of pins in the distal end of the housing, the pair of pins for connecting the housing to a power supply; and a control module for controlling an operational function of the power supply, wherein, upon connection of the oil tank having a threaded connection, the control module changes the operational function of the pair of pins to match an operational need of the oil tank having a threaded connection such that the pair of pins provide necessary and accurate operational current to the oil tank.

Embodiment 39. A vaping eco-system comprising an oil tank having a heating core technology; and a power supply, the power supply comprising a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, a contact pad build at the proximal end of the housing, the contact pad build having a plurality of electrical connections, one or more magnetic connections, and one or more air channels, a power source in electrical communication with the plurality of electrical connections, and a control module for selectively powering the plurality of electrical connections based on the heating core technology of the oil tank. Embodiment 40. The vaping eco-system of Embodiment 39, wherein the heating core technology of the oil tank comprises a center post and an atomizer. Embodiment 41. The vaping eco-system of Embodiment 39 or Embodiment 40, wherein the heating core technology of the oil tank comprises a postless SMT heating core. Embodiment 42. The vaping eco-system of any one of Embodiments 39 to 41, wherein the oil tank comprises a near-field communication (NFC) module for communicating with the control module of the power supply.

While particular embodiments have been illustrated and described herein, it should be understood that various other changes and modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the claimed subject matter. Moreover, although various aspects of the claimed subject matter have been described herein, such aspects need not be utilized in combination. It should also be noted that some of the embodiments disclosed herein may have been disclosed in relation to a particular vaping device (e.g., a cartridge or oil tank); however, other vaping devices (pod systems, box mod kits, mechanical mods, sub-ohm mods, dry herb vaporizers, etc.) are also contemplated. Structures closer to a user when the vaping device is in operation are referred to as more “proximal” while structures that are further from the user during operation of the vaping device are referred to as “distal.” For example, a mouthpiece may be at the proximal end of a vaping device, and a charging port may be at the distal end of a vaping device.

In one embodiment, the terms “about” and “approximately” refer to numerical parameters within 10% of the indicated range. The terms “a,” “an,” “the,” and similar referents used in the context of describing the embodiments of the present disclosure (especially in the context of the following claims) are to be construed to cover both the singular and the plural, unless otherwise indicated herein or clearly contradicted by context. Recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g., “such as”) provided herein is intended merely to better illuminate the embodiments of the present disclosure and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the present disclosure. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the embodiments of the present disclosure.

Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member may be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. It is anticipated that one or more members of a group may be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all Markush groups used in the appended claims.

Certain embodiments are described herein, including the best mode known to the author(s) of this disclosure for carrying out the embodiments disclosed herein. Of course, variations on these described embodiments will become apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art upon reading the foregoing description. The author(s) expects skilled artisans to employ such variations as appropriate, and the author(s) intends for the embodiments of the present disclosure to be practiced otherwise than specifically described herein. Accordingly, this disclosure includes all modifications and equivalents of the subject matter recited in the claims appended hereto as permitted by applicable law. Moreover, any combination of the above-described elements in all possible variations thereof is encompassed by the present disclosure unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context.

Specific embodiments disclosed herein may be further limited in the claims using consisting of or consisting essentially of language. When used in the claims, whether as filed or added per amendment, the transition term “consisting of” excludes any element, step, or ingredient not specified in the claims. The transition term “consisting essentially of” limits the scope of a claim to the specified materials or steps and those that do not materially affect the basic and novel characteristic(s). Embodiments of this disclosure so claimed are inherently or expressly described and enabled herein.

Although this disclosure provides many specifics, these should not be construed as limiting the scope of any of the claims that follow, but merely as providing illustrations of some embodiments of elements and features of the disclosed subject matter. Other embodiments of the disclosed subject matter, and of their elements and features, may be devised which do not depart from the spirit or scope of any of the claims. Features from different embodiments may be employed in combination. Accordingly, the scope of each claim is limited only by its plain language and the legal equivalents thereto.

	Number	Date	Country
	63468149	May 2023	US
	63535437	Aug 2023	US

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