EP2136659B1 - Smokeless cigarette and method for the production thereof - Google Patents

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EP2136659B1
EP2136659B1 EP08734396A EP08734396A EP2136659B1 EP 2136659 B1 EP2136659 B1 EP 2136659B1 EP 08734396 A EP08734396 A EP 08734396A EP 08734396 A EP08734396 A EP 08734396A EP 2136659 B1 EP2136659 B1 EP 2136659B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A24—TOBACCO; CIGARS; CIGARETTES; SIMULATED SMOKING DEVICES; SMOKERS' REQUISITES
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  • the invention relates to a new smokeless nicotine inhaler, preferably in the design and the outer dimensions of a cigarette, consisting of an inhaler, a mouthpiece and a depot filter with nanobeads and / or organic substances such as sugars or amino acids, wherein the nanobeads and / or organic substances such as sugars or amino acids, nicotine and preferably flavoring agents are incorporated or incorporated. It further relates to a method of making and using the smokeless cigarette. Areas of application of the invention are the healthcare, the luxury food industry, restaurants and public buildings.
  • the invention therefore an object of the invention to provide a smokeless cigarette that allows the smoker in the use of a smooth supply of the required nicotine, without heating and without electrical charges (accessories) that can be used anywhere and is universally applicable and the environment and the nonsmoker in no way polluted, neither by odors nor by harmful substances and condensates and thus represents an optimal compromise in the coexistence between smokers and non-smokers.
  • Another object was to provide a simple and inexpensive method for producing a smokeless cigarette.
  • This smokeless cigarette system which is preferably a smokeless cigarette, is defined as a cold smoke cigarette.
  • the inhaler sleeve is defined as a cigarette tube (1).
  • the nicotine uptake depot is defined as depot filter (2).
  • the mouthpiece is defined as a mouthpiece filter (3).
  • the nicotine solution attached to mineral nano-beads and / or other organic matter is defined as nanobead solution (4).
  • the filter composition composed of mouthpiece filter (3) and depot filter (2) is defined as nicotine stick (5)
  • the wall thickness of the depot filter (2) is 2-3 mm, the film thickness is 0.1-0.2 mm, preferably 0.15 mm.
  • the total weight of the depot filter (2) is between 90 and 150 mg (gross), preferably 130 mg (gross).
  • the depot filter (2) is used according to the invention in a mouthpiece filter (3) or glued, preferably pressed, which is guaranteed without adhesive or dowel a particularly simple production, a stable attachment and a minimal emissions during use. Due to the filling of the depot filter (2) with the nanobead solution (4) thus a nicotine stick (5) is produced.
  • the mouthpiece filter (3) is such that it is suitable for the cigarette system according to the invention.
  • the mouthpiece filter (3) has at least one of the following features, preferably a combination of these features.
  • the mouthpiece filter (3) is made of plastic, preferably acetate-cellulose fiber material, cylindrical with a star-shaped inner bore.
  • the lateral cylinder part is wrapped with cigarette filter paper, preferably cork design paper, and presents in the design of a normal cigarette filter.
  • the cylindrical mouthpiece filter (3) has a length of 24-26 mm, preferably 25 mm +/- 0.5 mm.
  • the outer diameter of the mouthpiece filter (3) is 7-9 mm, preferably 7.9 mm +/- 0.05 mm.
  • the inner bore of the mouthpiece filter is designed in a star shape (flower design).
  • the bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) has 4-8 lands and correspondingly 4-8 grooves, preferably 6 lands and 6 grooves, over the entire length of the inner bore.
  • the diameter of the grooves is 4-5 mm, preferably 4.5 mm.
  • the diameter of the webs is 3-4 mm, preferably 3.4 mm. Due to this special design, the depot filter (2) is sufficiently firmly and securely clamped in the mouthpiece filter (3) during manufacture, ie by the flexible webs of the inner bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) the depot filter (2) safely and easily in the mouthpiece filter (3 ) anchored and jammed in the production process, but can still be conveniently and easily used by the user.
  • the inner bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) has the task of directing the inhalation air stream when smoking directly from the depot filter (2), without further filter activity, in the mouth of the user. There should be no loss of nanobead solution (4) through filter activities of the mouthpiece filter (3) ( Fig. 2 : Mouthpiece filter).
  • the depot filter (2) is filled with a nanobead solution (4), which enables a particularly simple and controlled release of nicotine and flavoring substances when the smokeless cigarette is used.
  • the nanobead solution (4) consists of nanobeads and / or of organic substances, eg sugars, amino acids to which nicotine can be added, water and / or evaporation accelerators and other substances mentioned in the course of this paragraph.
  • the nanobeads contained consist of mineral materials, preferably aluminum silicates or silicon oxides.
  • the particle sizes vary between 5 nm and 5 ⁇ M, preferably 10 nm-100 nm.
  • the nanoparticles and / or other organic substances, such as sugars, amino acids etc, interact with nicotine and flavorings due to their high surface area or texture.
  • the binding of nicotine to nano-beads or other organic substances in the nanobead solution (4) takes place in liquid form.
  • a dissolving liquid preferably alcohol (ethanol)
  • defined amounts of nanobeads and / or other organic substances such as sugars, amino acids, etc.
  • the Nanobeadinate (4) corresponding Flavourstoffe (flavors), in particular menthol and / or tobacco flavors and / or fruit flavors and / or Geologiezaromen, added in a defined amount.
  • nicotine and flavoring substances are bound to the surface of the nano-beads in the solution and / or to the binding of nicotine and flavoring substances and into organic substances such as sugars or amino acids.
  • the nanobead solution (4) is pipetted into the depot filter (2) by cannula or injected.
  • the dosage of the nanobead solution (4) is between 50-150 ⁇ l, preferably 100 ⁇ l, per depot filter (2).
  • the depot filters are either packed wet and the drying process of the liquid takes place in the packaging or filled with nanobead solution (4) filter deposits (2) of nicotine sticks (5) are subjected to a factory drying process immediately after production.
  • the smokeless cigarette comprises a cigarette tube (1) into which the nicotine stick (5) can be inserted or inserted.
  • the cigarette tube (1) is preferably reusable, thereby minimizing environmental impact and cost savings to the end user. In practice, after use, the end user pulls the cigarette tube and nicotine apart, discards the nicotine stick used and inserts a new nicotine stick into the cigarette tube (1).
  • the cigarette tube (1) is such that it is suitable for the cigarette system according to the invention.
  • the cigarette tube (1) preferably has at least one of the following features, particularly preferably a combination of these features.
  • the cigarette tube (1) is made of plastic, preferably polymer white (PP or PE), cylindrical with an inner bore.
  • the length of the cigarette tube (1) is 55 to 65 mm, preferably 57 mm.
  • the outer diameter is 7-9 mm, preferably 7.9 mm.
  • the inner bore diameter is 4-6.7 mm, preferably 4.5 mm.
  • the cigarette tube (1) has on the open sides, in particular at the connection point to the depot filter / mouthpiece filter in each case about 1.0-1.5 mm, preferably 1.0 mm, strong edition paragraph (seal paragraph), for stabilizing the depot filter (2 ) / Mouthpiece filter (3) Insert the nicotine stick (5).
  • the seal shoulder is in 2-10 mm, preferably 1.3 mm deep in the bore of the cigarette tube.
  • the length of the phase is 1-2 mm, preferably 1.3 mm.
  • the amount of air at average suction power is controlled. ( Fig. 3 Cigarette tube)
  • cigarette tube (1) is made of Fig. 3 seen.
  • the new smokeless cigarette consists essentially of 4 parts which are factory finished or put together by the end user in use. Loaded nicotine uptake depot (2) and mouthpiece filter (3) are added to the factory Nicotine stick (5) composed. Nicotine stick (5) and cigarette tube (1) are brought together by the user immediately before use.
  • the cigarette tube (1), depot filter (2) and mouthpiece filter (3) have been designed in the shape of a cigarette and the material, dimensions, holes, density of the filters and pore size of the filters are precisely matched and correspond to one another in order to achieve the desired nicotine intake, starch, at defined draw resistance (normal suction power).
  • the production process of the nicotine stick (5) is carried out in a newly developed production unit, which consists essentially of 2 different receiving shafts. Depot filters (2) and mouthpiece filters (3) are inserted horizontally into these receiving slots. Due to the special design of the shafts deposit depot filter (2) and mouthpiece filter (3) are opposite so that is guided by a double ejector pin depot filter (2), which is second last in the shaft, directed into the second-last mouthpiece filter to a defined depth , During this insertion of the depot filter (2) into the mouthpiece filter (3), the nanobead solution (4) is injected into the depot filter (2) via an injection system integrated into the upper ejector pin, which is driven by an external metering system.
  • the last finished nicotine stick (5), lowermost depot filter (2) inserted into the lowest mouthpiece filter (3), is ejected from the production well by the lower ejector pin.
  • the production shaft system must be adapted to the dimensions of the depot filter (2) and the mouthpiece filter (3).
  • the height of the production shafts must be designed so that at least one reservoir of 15 to 30 filters is located in the shafts and the uppermost filters are always replaced by a feeder (see Nicotine Inking Robot) Fig. 4 . Fig. 5 . Fig. 6 . Fig. 7 . Fig. 8 . Fig. 9 . Fig. 10 . Fig. 11 ).
  • the smokeless cigarette is used by the end user by directing ambient air over the nanobead solution (5) by simply aspirating the mouthpiece, enriching the air in the depoctor with nicotine and flavourants, which are then absorbed through the oral mucosae and / or lungs become.
  • Particularly suitable is the use of the smokeless cigarette as a cigarette substitute in smoke-free zones.
  • Particularly suitable is the use of the smokeless cigarette as a smoking-nicotine by slowly reducing the nicotine levels in the smoking cessation.
  • the invention thus provides a completely novel nicotine inhaler, preferably in the form and appearance of a cigarette, in which the user smokelessly defines pure nicotine and prevents the symptoms of the withdrawal of smoke and neither pollutes nor pollutes the environment passive participation of uninvolved persons takes place.
  • the shape, design and packaging of the nicotine inhaler are based on a normal cigarette and influence the psychological and positive effect of a replacement cigarette in the smoker.
  • a depot filter (2) with nanobead solution (4) is loaded and introduced into a mouthpiece filter (3) to a defined depth.
  • This part composition is defined as nicotine stick (5) and factory made and packaged.
  • a reusable cigarette tube (inhaler sleeve) (1) is placed to the packaging. The user introduces the nicotine stick (5) from the package into the cigarette tube (1), smokes the nicotine stick (5), like a cigarette, and discards the nicotine stick (5) by pulling it out of the cigarette tube (1) Smoke similar to a cigarette butt. The cigarette tube (1), however, can be reused. The nicotine stick (5) has smoked off as soon as the flavor taste has faded.
  • This inhaler system (cold smoke system) according to the invention is especially suitable for smokers and serves as a smokeless replacement cigarette for smokers in places where a strict smoking ban applies.
  • Aqueous nanobead solution (50 ⁇ l total volume) Amount of nicotine in the air stream at the outlet of the mouthpiece filter 1 (mg per air volume) Evaporation Help 2 mg nicotine + 60 ⁇ l flavor I 0.00 0.00 2 mg nicotine + 60 ⁇ l flavor I 0.25 None + 0.2 mg nanobeads 2 mg nicotine + 60 ⁇ l flavor I + 0.2 mg nanobeads 0.49 4 ⁇ l of grapeseed oil 2 mg nicotine 0.58 None + 60 ⁇ l flavor 11 + 0.2 mg nanobeads 2 mg nicotine 1.3 4 ⁇ l of grapeseed oil + 60 ⁇ l flavor 11 + 0.2 mg nanobeads 1 method: 10 - 15 puffs with a total volume of 500 ml, comparable to the waterpipe's cold smoke

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Disclosed is a smokeless cigarette system comprising a reusable cigarette tube and a nicotine stick which can be discarded after use. The nicotine stick comprises a depot filter charged with a nanobead solution and nicotine and flavor substances attached thereto or incorporated therein, and a mouthpiece filter, which are joined together and produced at the factory stage. The disclosed smokeless cigarette is particularly suited for use in non-smoking areas to prevent stress caused by nicotine withdrawal and as a cigarette substitute, but can also be used in different types of cigarettes with varied dosage strengths to ensure gentle nicotine withdrawal and smoke disintoxication. Neither the environment nor other persons are harmed of put at risk by this system by either passive smoking or the generation of odour. The system can be handled in a simple and unproblematic manner since no heat source or heating systems are required.

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Die Erfindung betrifft einen neuen rauchlosen Nikotin-Inhalator, vorzugsweise im Design und den äußeren Abmessungen einer Zigarette, bestehend aus einer Inhalatorhülse, einem Mundstückfilter und einem Depotfilter mit Nanobeads und/oder organischen Stoffen, wie Zucker oder Aminosäuren, wobei an die Nanobeads und/oder organischen Stoffe, wie Zucker oder Aminosäuren, Nikotin und bevorzugt Flavourstoffe an- oder eingelagert sind. Sie betrifft ferner ein Verfahren zur Herstellung und die Verwendung der rauchlosen Zigarette. Anwendungsgebiete der Erfindung sind das Gesundheitswesen, die Genussmittelindustrie, Gaststätten und öffentliche Gebäude.The invention relates to a new smokeless nicotine inhaler, preferably in the design and the outer dimensions of a cigarette, consisting of an inhaler, a mouthpiece and a depot filter with nanobeads and / or organic substances such as sugars or amino acids, wherein the nanobeads and / or organic substances such as sugars or amino acids, nicotine and preferably flavoring agents are incorporated or incorporated. It further relates to a method of making and using the smokeless cigarette. Areas of application of the invention are the healthcare, the luxury food industry, restaurants and public buildings.

In den letzten Jahren zeichnete sich ein zunehmender Trend zu Rauchverboten in öffentlichen Gebäuden oder Arealen, an Arbeitsplätzen, in Flugzeugen, in Bahnen, in Restaurants und Gastwirtschaften etc. ab. Die Ursachen liegen darin begründet, dass das Rauchen für den Raucher an sich stark gesundheitsgefährdende Risiken beinhaltet und andererseits die Umwelt und Nichtraucher durch das passive Mitrauchen stark gesundheitsgefährdet sind. Nichtraucher-Verbote sind allerdings in der Regel für den Raucher mit erheblichen Stresssituationen und Problemen, wie z.B. Nikotinentzug etc., verbunden und führen zu erhöhten Risikoproblemen.In recent years, there has been an increasing trend towards smoking bans in public buildings or areas, at workplaces, in airplanes, on trains, in restaurants and inns etc. The reasons lie in the fact that smoking for the smoker in itself severely hazardous to health risks and on the other hand, the environment and non-smokers by the passive Mitrauchen are very vulnerable to health. Non-smoking bans, however, are usually for the smoker with significant stress situations and problems, e.g. Nicotine withdrawal etc., connected and lead to increased risk problems.

Es wurden bereits Vorschläge gemacht, die schädlichen Wirkungen des Zigarettenrauchs zu beseitigen, ohne die Nikotinwirkungen einzuschränken (u.a. in DE-OS 102005016415A1 Titel "NicStic Filterverbindung für eine rauchlose Zigarette").Proposals have already been made to eliminate the harmful effects of cigarette smoke without limiting nicotine effects (ia in DE-OS 102005016415A1 Title "NicStic filter connection for a smokeless cigarette").

Die sich derzeit auf den Markt befindlichen rauchlosen Zigarettensysteme haben jedoch sämtlich einen wesentlichen Nachteil. Da sich Nikotin nur bei einer bestimmten Temperatur verflüchtigt (über 80 °C) und damit "geraucht" werden kann, müssen diese Systeme das Nikotin erhitzen und mit Hitze, auch bei Zusatz von Verdampfungsstoffen (z.B. Alkoholen), verflüchtigen.
Dies bedingt, dass diese Systeme Zusatzeinrichtungen, wie Heizstäbe in den Zigarettenhülsen und Ladestationen zum Laden der Heizstäbe benötigen. Dass diese Geräte dann von Größe und/oder Gewicht kaum mehr mit Zigaretten übereinstimmen ist systembedingt. Mit diesen Geräten werden vor allem auch keine Temperaturen von 80°C erreicht, deshalb ist die Nikotinausbeute so gering, dass man praktisch keinen Nikotingehalt in der Rauchluft (Inhalationsluft) messen kann. Der Grund hierfür liegt in der praktisch nicht oder kaum vorhandenen Verflüchtigung des Nikotins durch schwache Heizquellen.However, the currently on the market smokeless cigarette systems all have a significant disadvantage. Since nicotine volatilizes only at a certain temperature (over 80 ° C) and thus can be "smoked", these systems must heat the nicotine and volatilize with heat, even with the addition of evaporating substances (eg alcohols).
This requires that these systems require additional equipment, such as heating rods in the cigarette tubes and charging stations for charging the heating elements. The fact that these devices then hardly match their size and / or weight with cigarettes is systemic. Above all, these devices do not reach temperatures of 80 ° C, so the nicotine yield is so low that practically no nicotine content in the smoke air (inhalation air) can be measured. The reason for this lies in the virtually or hardly existing volatilization of nicotine by weak heat sources.

Der Erfindung lag deshalb die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine rauchlose Zigarette bereitzustellen, die dem Raucher bei der Verwendung eine problemlose Zuführung des benötigten Nikotins gestattet, ohne Aufheizungen und ohne elektrische Ladungen (Zusatzgeräte), die überall benutzt werden kann und universell einsetzbar ist und die die Umwelt und die Nichtraucher in keiner Weise belastet, weder durch Gerüche noch durch gesundheitsgefährdende Stoffe und Kondensate und so einen optimalen Kompromiss im Zusammenleben zwischen Rauchern und Nichtrauchern darstellt. Eine weitere Aufgabe bestand darin, ein einfaches und kostengünstiges Verfahren zur Herstellung einer rauchlosen Zigarette bereitzustellen. Dieses rauchlose Zigarettensystem, das bevorzugt eine rauchlose Zigarette ist, wird als Kaltrauchzigarette definiert.The invention therefore an object of the invention to provide a smokeless cigarette that allows the smoker in the use of a smooth supply of the required nicotine, without heating and without electrical charges (accessories) that can be used anywhere and is universally applicable and the environment and the nonsmoker in no way polluted, neither by odors nor by harmful substances and condensates and thus represents an optimal compromise in the coexistence between smokers and non-smokers. Another object was to provide a simple and inexpensive method for producing a smokeless cigarette. This smokeless cigarette system, which is preferably a smokeless cigarette, is defined as a cold smoke cigarette.

Diese Aufgabe wird durch eine rauchlose Zigarette gemäß Anspruch 1, dem Herstellungsverfahren gemäß den Ansprüchen 20-21 und seine Verwendung gemäß den Ansprüchen 22-23 gelöst. Alle anderen Ansprüche sind Vorzugsvarianten.This object is achieved by a smokeless cigarette according to claim 1, the manufacturing method according to claims 20-21 and its use according to claims 22-23. All other claims are preferred variants.

Vollkommen überraschend hat sich gezeigt, dass durch Befüllung eines Nikotinaufnahmedepots mit mineralischen Nanobeads und/oder anderen organischen Stoffen z.B. Zucker, Aminosäuren etc, an die Nikotin und ggf. weitere Flavourstoffe an- oder eingelagert sind und Einsetzen des Nikotinaufnahmedepots in ein Mundstück eine rauchlose Zigarette herstellbar ist, die besonders vorteilhafte Eigenschaften aufweist. In Verbindung mit einer Inhalatorhülse (Zigarettenhülse) liegt eine rauchlose Zigarette vor, die vom Endverbraucher analog zu einer herkömmlichen Zigarette in der Hand und im Mund gehalten sowie verwendet werden kann.Quite surprisingly, it has been found that by filling a nicotine uptake with mineral nanobeads and / or other organics, e.g. Sugar, amino acids, etc., are attached to the nicotine and possibly other Flavourstoffe or stored and inserting the nicotine uptake in a mouthpiece a smokeless cigarette can be produced, which has particularly advantageous properties. In conjunction with an inhaler sleeve (cigarette tube) is a smokeless cigarette, which can be held and used by the end user analogous to a conventional cigarette in the hand and in the mouth.

Im folgenden wird das rauchlose Zigarettensystem näher beschrieben(s. Prinzipdarstellungen 12 A, 12 B).In the following, the smokeless cigarette system is described in more detail (see schematic diagrams 12 A, 12 B).

Die Inhalator-Hülse wird als Zigarettenhülse (1) definiert.
Das Nikotinaufnahmedepot wird als Depotfilter (2) definiert.
Das Mundstück wird als Mundstückfilter (3) definiert.
Die Nikotinlösung angelagert an mineralischen Nano-Beads und/oder anderen organischen Stoffen wird als Nanobeadlösung (4) definiert.
Die Filterzusammensetzung, zusammengesetzt aus Mundstückfilter (3) und Depotfilter (2) wird als Nikotinstick (5) definiertThe inhaler sleeve is defined as a cigarette tube (1).
The nicotine uptake depot is defined as depot filter (2).
The mouthpiece is defined as a mouthpiece filter (3).
The nicotine solution attached to mineral nano-beads and / or other organic matter is defined as nanobead solution (4).
The filter composition composed of mouthpiece filter (3) and depot filter (2) is defined as nicotine stick (5)

Der Depotfilter (2) ist derart beschaffen, dass er für das erfindungsgemäße Zigarettensystem geeignet ist. Der Depotfilter (2) weist dazu wenigstens eines der nachfolgenden Merkmale, bevorzugt eine Kombination dieser Merkmale, auf.
Der Depotfilter (2) ist aus Kunststoff, vorzugsweise aus Polyethylen-Fasern oder gesintertem Polyethylen, zylinderförmig mit einer inneren Bohrung gefertigt. Die Länge des Depotfilters (2) beträgt 25- 35 mm, vorzugsweise 30 mm +/- 0,5 mm. Der Außendurchmesser des Depotfilters (2) beträgt 4-5 mm, vorzugsweise 4,5 mm +/- 0,05 mm. Der innere Bohrdurchmesser beträgt 1-2 mm, vorzugsweise 1,0 mm. Durch die innere Bohrung des Depotfilters wird der Zugwiderstand beim Inhalieren (Rauchen) gesteuert. Der Zugwiderstand soll dem einer normalen Zigarette 95-100 mm WG entsprechen. Die Dichte des Depotfilters beträgt 0,2 bis 0,4 g/cc, vorzugsweise 0,220 g/cc. Über die Dichte des Depotfilters (2) wird die max. Aufnahmemenge der Nano-Bead Lösung gesteuert und die Stärke der Nikotinzufuhr bei 500 - 1500 ml Zugvolumen, vorzugsweise 1000 ml Zugvolumen, bei 2-6 Zügen pro Minute, vorzugsweise 4 Züge pro Minute, bei insgesamt 10-20 Zügen Abrauchparameter einer Zigarette, vorzugsweise 16 Züge, gesteuert. Die Nikotinzufuhr (Inhalation) durch die Erfindung wird bei obigen Parametern wie folgt definiert:

  • 0,1 - 0,3 mg Nikotingehalt, vorzugsweise 0,2 mg für eine Light-Version bei 16 Zügen Abrauchparametern.
  • 0,4 - 0,6 mg Nikotingehalt, vorzugsweise 0,5 mg für eine Medium-Version bei 16 Zügen Abrauchparametern.
  • 0,6 - 0,8 mg Nikotingehalt, vorzugsweise 0,7 mg für eine Strong-Version bei 16 Zügen Abrauchparametern.
The depot filter (2) is such that it is suitable for the cigarette system according to the invention. The depot filter (2) has for this purpose at least one of the following features, preferably a combination of these features.
The depot filter (2) is made of plastic, preferably made of polyethylene fibers or sintered polyethylene, cylindrical with an inner bore. The length of the depot filter (2) is 25-35 mm, preferably 30 mm +/- 0.5 mm. The outer diameter of the depot filter (2) is 4-5 mm, preferably 4.5 mm +/- 0.05 mm. The inner bore diameter is 1-2 mm, preferably 1.0 mm. Through the inner bore of the depot filter, the drag resistance during inhalation (smoking) is controlled. The draw resistance should correspond to that of a normal cigarette 95-100 mm WG. The density of the depot filter is 0.2 to 0.4 g / cc, preferably 0.220 g / cc. About the density of the depot filter (2), the max. Intake amount of the nano-bead solution controlled and the strength of nicotine intake at 500 - 1500 ml train volume, preferably 1000 ml train volume, at 2-6 trains per minute, preferably 4 trains per minute, with a total of 10-20 trains smoking parameters of a cigarette, preferably 16 Trains, controlled. The nicotine intake (inhalation) by the invention is defined in the above parameters as follows:
  • 0.1 - 0.3 mg nicotine content, preferably 0.2 mg for a light version on 16-course smoking parameters.
  • 0.4 - 0.6 mg nicotine content, preferably 0.5 mg for a medium version with 16-course smoking parameters.
  • 0.6 - 0.8 mg nicotine content, preferably 0.7 mg for a Strong-Version with 16 draws of smoking parameters.

Die Wandstärke des Depotfilters (2) beträgt 2-3 mm, die Folienstärke beträgt 0,1-0,2 mm vorzugsweise 0,15 mm. Das Gesamtgewicht des Depotfilters (2) liegt zwischen 90 und 150 mg (brutto), vorzugsweise 130 mg (brutto).
Seitlich ist der Depotfilter (2) mit einer flüssigkeitsresistenten vorzugsweise naturfarbenen Kunststofffolie, bevorzugt aus Polypropylen, ummantelt. Diese Kunststofffolie verhindert, dass Nanobeadlösung (4) vom Depotfilter (2) in den Mundstückfilter (3) übertreten kann und verursacht, dass die Luft bei der Inhalation (Abrauchen) gerichtet durch das Depotfilter (2) geleitet wird. (Fig. 1 Depotfilter)The wall thickness of the depot filter (2) is 2-3 mm, the film thickness is 0.1-0.2 mm, preferably 0.15 mm. The total weight of the depot filter (2) is between 90 and 150 mg (gross), preferably 130 mg (gross).
The side of the depot filter (2) with a liquid-resistant preferably natural-colored plastic film, preferably made of polypropylene, coated. This plastic film prevents Nanobeadlösung (4) from the depot filter (2) in the Mouthpiece filter (3) can pass and causes the air during inhalation (Smoke) directed through the depot filter (2) is passed. ( Fig. 1 Depot filter)

Der Depotfilter (2) ist erfindungsgemäß in einen Mundstückfilter (3) eingesetzt oder verklebt, vorzugsweise verpresst, wodurch ohne Klebstoff oder Verdübelung eine besonders einfache Fertigung, eine stabile Befestigung sowie ein minimaler Schadstoffausstoß bei der Verwendung gewährleistet ist. Aufgrund der Befüllung des Depotfilters (2) mit der Nanobeadlösung (4) ist somit ein Nikotinstick (5) hergestellt.The depot filter (2) is used according to the invention in a mouthpiece filter (3) or glued, preferably pressed, which is guaranteed without adhesive or dowel a particularly simple production, a stable attachment and a minimal emissions during use. Due to the filling of the depot filter (2) with the nanobead solution (4) thus a nicotine stick (5) is produced.

Der Mundstückfilter (3) ist derart beschaffen, dass er für das erfindungsgemäße Zigarettensystem geeignet ist. Der Mundstückfilter (3) weist dazu wenigstens eines der nachfolgenden Merkmale, bevorzugt eine Kombination dieser Merkmale, auf.
Der Mundstückfilter (3) ist aus Kunststoff, vorzugsweise Acetat-Cellulose Faser Material, zylinderförmig mit einer sternförmigen inneren Bohrung gefertigt. Der seitliche Zylinderteil ist mit Zigarettenfilterpapier, vorzugsweise Korken-Design Papier, umwickelt und stellt im Design einen normalen Zigarettenfilter da. Der zylinderförmige Mundstückfilter (3) hat eine Länge von 24-26 mm, vorzugsweise 25 mm +/- 0,5 mm. Der Außendurchmesser des Mundstückfilters (3) beträgt 7-9 mm, vorzugsweise 7,9 mm +/- 0,05 mm. Die innere Bohrung des Mundstückfilter ist sternförmig (flower design) ausgelegt. D.h. die Bohrung des Mundstückfilters (3) hat 4-8 Stege und entsprechend 4-8 Nuten, vorzugsweise 6 Stege und 6 Nuten, über die ganze Länge der inneren Bohrung. Der Durchmesser der Nuten (Mitte Nut zu Mitte Nut) beträgt 4-5 mm, vorzugsweise 4,5 mm. Der Durchmesser der Stege (Mitte Steg zu Mitte gegenüberliegender Steg) beträgt 3-4 mm, vorzugsweise 3,4 mm. Durch dieses spezielle Design wird der Depotfilter (2) ausreichend fest und sicher im Mundstückfilter (3) bei der Herstellung verklemmt, d.h. durch die flexiblen Stege der inneren Bohrung des Mundstückfilters (3) wird der Depotfilter (2) sicher und einfach im Mundstückfilter (3) im Produktionsprozess verankert und verklemmt, kann aber trotzdem bequem und einfach durch den Anwender benutzt werden. Des weiteren hat die innere Bohrung des Mundstückfilters (3) die Aufgabe den Inhalationsluftstrom beim Abrauchen direkt vom Depotfilter (2), ohne weitere Filteraktivität, in den Mund des Anwenders zu führen. Es sollen keine Verluste von Nanobeadlösung (4) durch Filteraktivitäten des Mundstückfilters (3) auftreten (Fig. 2: Mundstückfilter).The mouthpiece filter (3) is such that it is suitable for the cigarette system according to the invention. For this purpose, the mouthpiece filter (3) has at least one of the following features, preferably a combination of these features.
The mouthpiece filter (3) is made of plastic, preferably acetate-cellulose fiber material, cylindrical with a star-shaped inner bore. The lateral cylinder part is wrapped with cigarette filter paper, preferably cork design paper, and presents in the design of a normal cigarette filter. The cylindrical mouthpiece filter (3) has a length of 24-26 mm, preferably 25 mm +/- 0.5 mm. The outer diameter of the mouthpiece filter (3) is 7-9 mm, preferably 7.9 mm +/- 0.05 mm. The inner bore of the mouthpiece filter is designed in a star shape (flower design). That is, the bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) has 4-8 lands and correspondingly 4-8 grooves, preferably 6 lands and 6 grooves, over the entire length of the inner bore. The diameter of the grooves (middle groove to middle groove) is 4-5 mm, preferably 4.5 mm. The diameter of the webs (middle web to center opposite web) is 3-4 mm, preferably 3.4 mm. Due to this special design, the depot filter (2) is sufficiently firmly and securely clamped in the mouthpiece filter (3) during manufacture, ie by the flexible webs of the inner bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) the depot filter (2) safely and easily in the mouthpiece filter (3 ) anchored and jammed in the production process, but can still be conveniently and easily used by the user. Furthermore, the inner bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) has the task of directing the inhalation air stream when smoking directly from the depot filter (2), without further filter activity, in the mouth of the user. There should be no loss of nanobead solution (4) through filter activities of the mouthpiece filter (3) ( Fig. 2 : Mouthpiece filter).

Der Depotfilter (2) ist erfindungsgemäß mit einer Nanobeadlösung (4) befüllt, die eine besonders einfache und kontrollierte Freisetzung von Nikotin und Flavourstoffen bei der Verwendung der rauchlosen Zigarette ermöglicht.According to the invention, the depot filter (2) is filled with a nanobead solution (4), which enables a particularly simple and controlled release of nicotine and flavoring substances when the smokeless cigarette is used.

Die Nanobeadlösung (4) besteht aus Nanobeads und/oder aus organischen Stoffen, z.B. Zuckern, Aminosäuren, an die Nikotin angelagert werden kann, Wasser und/oder Verdampfungsbeschleuniger und weiteren im Verlauf dieses Absatzes genannten Substanzen. Die enthaltenen Nanobeads bestehen aus mineralischen Materialien vorzugsweise Aluminiumsilikaten oder Siliziumoxiden. Die Partikelgrößen variieren zwischen 5 nm und 5 µM, vorzugsweise 10nm-100nm. Die Nanoteilchen und/oder anderen organische Stoffe, wie Zucker, Aminosäuren etc, interagieren durch ihre große Oberfläche bzw. Beschaffenheit mit Nikotin und Aromastoffen.
Die Anbindung von Nikotin an Nano-Beads oder in anderen organischen Stoffen in der Nanobeadlösung (4) geschieht in flüssiger Form. In einer Lösung aus Nikotin und einer Lösungsflüssigkeit (Verdampfungsbeschleuniger), vorzugsweise Alkohol (Ethanol), werden definierte Mengen an Nanobeads und/oder anderen organischen Stoffen, wie Zucker, Aminosäuren etc., zugegeben. Um der späteren Inhalationsluft einen Zigaretten ähnlichen Geschmack zu geben, werden der Nanobeadlösung (4) entsprechende Flavourstoffe (Geschmacksstoffe), insbesondere Menthol und/oder Tabakaromen und/oder Fruchtaromen und/oder Gewürzaromen, in definierter Menge zugegeben. Im Zuge dieses Herstellungsverfahrens kommt es zur Anbindung von Nikotin und Flavourstoffen an die Oberfläche der sich in der Lösung befindlichen Nano-Beads und/oder zur Anbindung von Nikotin und Flavourstoffen an und in organische Stoffe, wie Zucker oder Aminosäuren.
Im werksseitigen Herstellungsverfahren der Nikotinsticks (5) bestehend aus Depotfilter (2) eingesteckt in Mundstückfilter (3) wird die Nanobeadlösung (4) in das Depotfilter (2) per Kanüle pipettiert bzw. injiziert. Die Dosierung der Nanobeadlösung (4) liegt zwischen 50-150 µl, vorzugsweise 100 µl, pro Depotfilter (2). Die Depotfilter werden entweder feucht verpackt und der Trocknungsprozess der Flüssigkeit findet in der Verpackung statt oder die mit Nanobeadlösung (4) befüllten Filterdepots (2) der Nikotinsticks (5) werden direkt nach der Produktion einem werksseitigen Trocknungsprozess unterzogen.The nanobead solution (4) consists of nanobeads and / or of organic substances, eg sugars, amino acids to which nicotine can be added, water and / or evaporation accelerators and other substances mentioned in the course of this paragraph. The nanobeads contained consist of mineral materials, preferably aluminum silicates or silicon oxides. The particle sizes vary between 5 nm and 5 μM, preferably 10 nm-100 nm. The nanoparticles and / or other organic substances, such as sugars, amino acids etc, interact with nicotine and flavorings due to their high surface area or texture.
The binding of nicotine to nano-beads or other organic substances in the nanobead solution (4) takes place in liquid form. In a solution of nicotine and a dissolving liquid (evaporation accelerator), preferably alcohol (ethanol), defined amounts of nanobeads and / or other organic substances, such as sugars, amino acids, etc., are added. In order to give the subsequent inhalation air a cigarette-like taste, the Nanobeadlösung (4) corresponding Flavourstoffe (flavors), in particular menthol and / or tobacco flavors and / or fruit flavors and / or Gewürzaromen, added in a defined amount. In the course of this production process, nicotine and flavoring substances are bound to the surface of the nano-beads in the solution and / or to the binding of nicotine and flavoring substances and into organic substances such as sugars or amino acids.
In the factory production process of the nicotine sticks (5) consisting of depot filter (2) inserted into mouthpiece filter (3), the nanobead solution (4) is pipetted into the depot filter (2) by cannula or injected. The dosage of the nanobead solution (4) is between 50-150 μl, preferably 100 μl, per depot filter (2). The depot filters are either packed wet and the drying process of the liquid takes place in the packaging or filled with nanobead solution (4) filter deposits (2) of nicotine sticks (5) are subjected to a factory drying process immediately after production.

Besonders bevorzugt umfasst die rauchlose Zigarette eine Zigarettenhülse (1), in die der Nikotinstick (5) einsetzbar oder eingesetzt ist.Particularly preferably, the smokeless cigarette comprises a cigarette tube (1) into which the nicotine stick (5) can be inserted or inserted.

Die Zigarettenhülse (1) ist vorzugsweise wiederverwendbar, wodurch eine Minimierung der Umweltbelastung und eine Kostenersparnis für den Endverbraucher ermöglicht ist. In der Praxis zieht der Endverbraucher nach Verwendung die Zigarettenhülse und den Nikotinstick auseinander, verwirft den verwendeten Nikotinstick und setzt einen neuen Nikotinstick in die Zigarettenhülse (1) ein.
Eine Prinzipdarstellung einer rauchlosen Zigarette, bestehend aus einem Nikotinstick (5) und einer Zigarettenhülse (1), die miteinander verbunden sind, ist aus Fig., 12 B ersichtlich.
Die Zigarettenhülse (1) ist derart beschaffen, dass sie für das erfindungsgemäße Zigarettensystem geeignet ist. Die Zigarettenhülse (1) weist dabei vorzugsweise wenigstens eines der nachfolgenden Merkmale, besonders bevorzugt eine Kombination dieser Merkmale, auf.
Die Zigarettenhülse (1) ist aus Kunststoff, vorzugsweise Polymer weiß (PP oder PE), zylinderförmig mit innerer Bohrung hergestellt. Die Länge der Zigarettenhülse (1) beträgt 55 bis 65 mm, vorzugsweise 57 mm. Der Außendurchmesser beträgt 7-9 mm, vorzugsweise 7,9 mm. Der innere Bohrdurchmesser beträgt 4-6,7 mm, vorzugsweise 4,5 mm. Die Zigarettenhülse (1) weist an den offenen Seiten, insbesondere an der Anschlussstelle zum Depotfilter/Mundstückfilter jeweils einen ca. 1,0-1,5 mm, vorzugsweise 1,0 mm, starken Auflageabsatz (Dichtungsabsatz), zur Stabilisierung des Depotfilter (2) / Mundstückfilter (3) Einsatzes, die den Nikotinstick (5) bilden, auf. Der Dichtungsabsatz befindet sich in 2-10 mm, vorzugsweise 1,3 mm tief in der Bohrung der Zigarettenhülse. Des weiteren ist an den Öffnungsenden der Zigarettenhülse (1) jeweils eine innere Phase mit einem Innendurchmesser von 4,5-7,5 mm, vorzugsweise 5.0 mm angebracht, zum besseren Einfädeln des Depotfilters (2) in die Zigarettenhülse.
Die Länge der Phase beträgt 1-2 mm, vorzugsweise 1,3 mm. Ober die Bohrung der Zigarettenhülse (1) wird die Luftmenge bei durchschnittlicher Saugleistung (Raucherzug) gesteuert. (Fig. 3 Zigarettenhülse)The cigarette tube (1) is preferably reusable, thereby minimizing environmental impact and cost savings to the end user. In practice, after use, the end user pulls the cigarette tube and nicotine apart, discards the nicotine stick used and inserts a new nicotine stick into the cigarette tube (1).
A schematic diagram of a smokeless cigarette, consisting of a nicotine stick (5) and a cigarette tube (1), which are connected to each other, is off Fig., 12th B can be seen.
The cigarette tube (1) is such that it is suitable for the cigarette system according to the invention. The cigarette tube (1) preferably has at least one of the following features, particularly preferably a combination of these features.
The cigarette tube (1) is made of plastic, preferably polymer white (PP or PE), cylindrical with an inner bore. The length of the cigarette tube (1) is 55 to 65 mm, preferably 57 mm. The outer diameter is 7-9 mm, preferably 7.9 mm. The inner bore diameter is 4-6.7 mm, preferably 4.5 mm. The cigarette tube (1) has on the open sides, in particular at the connection point to the depot filter / mouthpiece filter in each case about 1.0-1.5 mm, preferably 1.0 mm, strong edition paragraph (seal paragraph), for stabilizing the depot filter (2 ) / Mouthpiece filter (3) Insert the nicotine stick (5). The seal shoulder is in 2-10 mm, preferably 1.3 mm deep in the bore of the cigarette tube. Furthermore, at the opening ends of the cigarette tube (1) each have an inner phase with an inner diameter of 4.5-7.5 mm, preferably 5.0 mm attached, for better threading the depot filter (2) in the cigarette tube.
The length of the phase is 1-2 mm, preferably 1.3 mm. Above the bore of the cigarette tube (1), the amount of air at average suction power (smoker train) is controlled. ( Fig. 3 Cigarette tube)

Weitere besonders vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen, z.B. Material , Dichte oder Gewicht, und bevorzugte technische Merkmale, insbesondere Abmessungen, Winkel und Radien, der Zigarettenhülse (1) werden aus der Fig. 3 ersichtlich.Other particularly advantageous embodiments, such as material, density or weight, and preferred technical features, in particular dimensions, angles and radii, the cigarette tube (1) are made of Fig. 3 seen.

Die neue rauchlose Zigarette besteht im wesentlichen aus 4 Teilen die werksseitig fertiggestellt bzw. vom Endverbraucher bei Benutzung zusammengefügt werden. Beladenes Nikotinaufnahmedepot (2) und Mundstückfilter (3) werden werksseitig zum Nikotinstick (5) zusammengesetzt. Nikotinstick (5) und Zigarettenhülse (1) werden unmittelbar vor Gebrauch durch den Anwender zusammengeführt.The new smokeless cigarette consists essentially of 4 parts which are factory finished or put together by the end user in use. Loaded nicotine uptake depot (2) and mouthpiece filter (3) are added to the factory Nicotine stick (5) composed. Nicotine stick (5) and cigarette tube (1) are brought together by the user immediately before use.

Erfindungsgemäß sind Zigarettenhülse (1), Depotfilter (2) und Mundstückfilter (3) im Design einer Zigarette geformt worden und Material, Maße, Bohrungen, Dichte der Filter und Porengröße der Filter genau aufeinander abgestimmt und korrespondieren miteinander, um die gewünschte Nikotinzufuhr, Stärke, bei definiertem Zugwiderstand (normale Saugleistung) zu gewährleisten.In accordance with the invention, the cigarette tube (1), depot filter (2) and mouthpiece filter (3) have been designed in the shape of a cigarette and the material, dimensions, holes, density of the filters and pore size of the filters are precisely matched and correspond to one another in order to achieve the desired nicotine intake, starch, at defined draw resistance (normal suction power).

Der Produktionsprozess des Nikotinsticks (5) wird in einer neu entwickelten Produktionseinheit, die im wesentlichen aus 2 verschiedenen Aufnahmeschächten besteht, durchgeführt. In diese Aufnahmeschächte werden Depotfilter (2) und Mundstückfilter (3) horizontal liegend eingeführt. Durch das besondere Design der Schächte liegen Depotfilter (2) und Mundstückfilter (3) so gegenüber, dass durch einen doppelten Auswerferstift der Depotfilter (2), der als zweitletzter im Schacht liegt, gerichtet in den zweitletzten Mundstückfilter, bis auf eine definierte Tiefe geführt wird. Während dieses Einführens des Depotfilter (2) in den Mundstückfilter (3) wird über ein in den oberen Auswerferstift integriertes Injektionssystem, das über ein externes Dosiersystem angetrieben wird, die Nanobeadlösung (4) in den Depotfilter (2) injiziert. Gleichzeitig wird der letzte fertige Nikotinstick (5), unterster Depotfilter (2) eingeführt in den untersten Mundstückfilter (3), aus den Produktionsschacht durch den unteren Auswerferstift ausgestoßen. Beim Zurückfahren der Auswerferstifte fällt nunmehr der obenliegende Nikotinstick (5) nach unten und der komplette Produktionszyklus beginnt von vorne. Das Produktionsschachtsystem ist den Maßen des Depotfilters (2) und des Mundstückfilter (3) anzupassen.
Die Höhe der Produktionsschächte ist so auszulegen, dass zumindest ein Reservoir von 15 bis 30 Filtern sich in den Schächten befindet und die obersten Filter immer durch Zuführung ersetzt werden (s. Nicotinstickroboter Fig. 4, Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8, Fig. 9, Fig. 10, Fig. 11).The production process of the nicotine stick (5) is carried out in a newly developed production unit, which consists essentially of 2 different receiving shafts. Depot filters (2) and mouthpiece filters (3) are inserted horizontally into these receiving slots. Due to the special design of the shafts deposit depot filter (2) and mouthpiece filter (3) are opposite so that is guided by a double ejector pin depot filter (2), which is second last in the shaft, directed into the second-last mouthpiece filter to a defined depth , During this insertion of the depot filter (2) into the mouthpiece filter (3), the nanobead solution (4) is injected into the depot filter (2) via an injection system integrated into the upper ejector pin, which is driven by an external metering system. At the same time, the last finished nicotine stick (5), lowermost depot filter (2) inserted into the lowest mouthpiece filter (3), is ejected from the production well by the lower ejector pin. When returning the ejector pins now falls the top nicotine stick (5) down and the entire production cycle begins again. The production shaft system must be adapted to the dimensions of the depot filter (2) and the mouthpiece filter (3).
The height of the production shafts must be designed so that at least one reservoir of 15 to 30 filters is located in the shafts and the uppermost filters are always replaced by a feeder (see Nicotine Inking Robot) Fig. 4 . Fig. 5 . Fig. 6 . Fig. 7 . Fig. 8 . Fig. 9 . Fig. 10 . Fig. 11 ).

In der Praxis wird die rauchlose Zigarette vom Endverbraucher verwendet, indem er durch einfaches Ansaugen am Mundstück Umgebungsluft über die Nanobeadlösung (5) leitet, wobei die Luft im Depofilter mit Nikotin und Flavourstoffen angereichert wird, welche dann über die Mundschleimhäute und/oder die Lunge aufgenommen werden.In practice, the smokeless cigarette is used by the end user by directing ambient air over the nanobead solution (5) by simply aspirating the mouthpiece, enriching the air in the depoctor with nicotine and flavourants, which are then absorbed through the oral mucosae and / or lungs become.

Besonders geeignet ist die Verwendung der rauchlosen Zigarette als Zigarettenersatz in rauchfreien Zonen.Particularly suitable is the use of the smokeless cigarette as a cigarette substitute in smoke-free zones.

Insbesondere geeignet ist die Verwerdung der rauchlosen Zigarette als Nikotinentwöhnungsmittel durch langsames Herabsetzen der Nikotinstärken in der Raucherentwöhnung.Particularly suitable is the use of the smokeless cigarette as a smoking-nicotine by slowly reducing the nicotine levels in the smoking cessation.

Die Erfindung stellt somit einen vollkommen neuartigen Nikotin-Inhalator, vorzugsweise in Aussehen und Form einer Zigarette, zur Verfügung, bei der der Anwender rauchlos definiert reines Nikotin zu sich nimmt, und die Symptome des Rauchentzugs verhindert werden, sowie weder die Umwelt belastet wird noch ein passives Mitrauchen unbeteiligter Personen stattfindet. Formgebung, Design und Verpackung des Nikotin-Inhalators sind einer normalen Zigarette nachempfunden und beeinflussen den psychologischen und positiven Effekt einer Ersatzzigarette beim Raucher.The invention thus provides a completely novel nicotine inhaler, preferably in the form and appearance of a cigarette, in which the user smokelessly defines pure nicotine and prevents the symptoms of the withdrawal of smoke and neither pollutes nor pollutes the environment passive participation of uninvolved persons takes place. The shape, design and packaging of the nicotine inhaler are based on a normal cigarette and influence the psychological and positive effect of a replacement cigarette in the smoker.

Nach einer einfachen Umsetzung der Erfindung wird dazu ein Depotfilter (2) mit Nanobeadlösung (4) beladen und in einen Mundstückfilter (3) bis zu einer definierten Tiefe eingeführt. Diese Teilezusammensetzung wird als Nikotinstick (5) definiert und werksseitig hergestellt und verpackt. Zu der Verpackung wird eine wiederverwendbare Zigarettenhülse (Inhalatorhülse) (1) gelegt.
Der Anwender führt bei Gebrauch den Nikotinstick (5) aus der Verpackung in die Zigarettenhülse (1) ein, raucht den Nikotinstick (5), wie bei einer Zigarette ab und entsorgt den Nikotinstick (5) durch Herausziehen aus der Zigarettenhülse (1) nach dem Abrauchen ähnlich wie eine Zigarettenkippe. Die Zigarettenhülse (1) dagegen kann wiederverwendet werden. Der Nikotinstick (5) ist abgeraucht, sobald der Flavourgeschmack verblasst ist. Das Abrauchen des Nikotinsticks (5) dauert ca. 3 bis 5 Minuten, ähnlich wie das Abbrennen einer normalen Zigarette. Dieses erfindungsgemäße Inhalatorsystem (Kaltrauchsystem) ist speziell für Raucher geeignet und dient als rauchlose Ersatzzigarette für Raucher an Orten, wo ein striktes Rauchverbot gilt.After a simple implementation of the invention, a depot filter (2) with nanobead solution (4) is loaded and introduced into a mouthpiece filter (3) to a defined depth. This part composition is defined as nicotine stick (5) and factory made and packaged. To the packaging, a reusable cigarette tube (inhaler sleeve) (1) is placed.
The user introduces the nicotine stick (5) from the package into the cigarette tube (1), smokes the nicotine stick (5), like a cigarette, and discards the nicotine stick (5) by pulling it out of the cigarette tube (1) Smoke similar to a cigarette butt. The cigarette tube (1), however, can be reused. The nicotine stick (5) has smoked off as soon as the flavor taste has faded. Smoking off the nicotine stick (5) takes about 3 to 5 minutes, much like burning a normal cigarette. This inhaler system (cold smoke system) according to the invention is especially suitable for smokers and serves as a smokeless replacement cigarette for smokers in places where a strict smoking ban applies.

Anwendungsbeispiel:Example of use:

Wässrige Nanobeadlösung (50 ul Gesamtvolumen)Aqueous nanobead solution (50 μl total volume) Nikotinmenge im Luftstrom am Ausgang des Mundstückfilters 1 (mg pro Luftvolumen)Amount of nicotine in the air stream at the outlet of the mouthpiece filter 1 (mg per air volume) VerdampfungshilfeEvaporation Help 2 mg Nikotin + 60 ul Flavour I2 mg nicotine + 60 μl flavor I 0,000.00 0,000.00 2 mg Nikotin + 60 ul Flavour I2 mg nicotine + 60 μl flavor I 0,250.25 KeineNone + 0,2 mg Nanobeads+ 0.2 mg nanobeads 2 mg Nikotin + 60 ul Flavour I2 mg nicotine + 60 μl flavor I + 0,2 mg Nanobeads+ 0.2 mg nanobeads 0,490.49 4 ul Traubenkernöl4 μl of grapeseed oil 2 mg Nikotin2 mg nicotine 0,580.58 KeineNone + 60 ul Flavour 11+ 60 μl flavor 11 + 0,2 mg Nanobeads+ 0.2 mg nanobeads 2 mg Nikotin2 mg nicotine 1,31.3 4 ul Traubenkernöl4 μl of grapeseed oil + 60 ul Flavour 11+ 60 μl flavor 11 + 0,2 mg Nanobeads+ 0.2 mg nanobeads 1 Methode : 10 - 15 Züge mit 500 ml Gesamtzugvolumen, vergleichbar mit kaltem Rauch der Wasserpfeife 1 method: 10 - 15 puffs with a total volume of 500 ml, comparable to the waterpipe's cold smoke

Legende zu den Abbildungen :Legend to the pictures:

  • Fig. 1 Depotfilter Fig. 1 depot filter
  • Fig. 2 Mundstückfilter Fig. 2 Mouthpiece filter
  • Fig. 3 Zigarettenhülse Fig. 3 cigarette tube
  • Fig. 4 einen Nikotinstic-Roboter Auswerfstift, Fig. 4 a nicotinstic robot ejector,
  • Fig. 5 eine Nikotinstic-Roboter Auswurfplatte, Fig. 5 a nicotine-static robot ejection plate,
  • Fig. 6 einen Nikotinstic-Roboter Depotfilterblock, Fig. 6 a nicotine stik robot depot filter block,
  • Fig. 7 eine Nikotinstic-Roboter Grundplatte mit vorzugsweise geschliffener Oberfläche, Fig. 7 a Nikotinstic robot base plate with preferably ground surface,
  • Fig. 8 einen Nikotinstic-Roboter Aufnahmeplatte Luftzylinder, Fig. 8 a nicotinstic robot receiving plate air cylinder,
  • Fig. 9 einen Nikotinstic-Roboter Mundstückfilterblock, Fig. 10 einen Nikotinstic-Roboter Fig. 11 einen Nikotinstic-Roboter Fig. 9 a Nicotinstic robot mouthpiece filter block, Fig. 10 a nicotine stik robot Fig. 11 a nicotine stik robot
  • Fig. 12A Prinzipskizze Mundstückfilter Fig. 12A Schematic sketch mouthpiece filter
  • Fig. 12B Prinzipskizze Nikotinstic Fig. 12B Schematic Nikotinstic

Claims (22)

  1. Smokeless cigarette, wherein there exists a depot filter (2) with a defined dimensioned bore and a mouthpiece filter (3) with a bore of a defined shape to support the depot filter (2) and a nano-bead solution (4) located in the depot filter (2), on the nano-beads or organic substances of which nicotine and, if applicable, flavour substances and further additives reducing the volatilisation temperature have been stored or attached.
  2. Smokeless cigarette according to Claim 1, wherein the depot filter (2) has been inserted or stuck into the mouthpiece filter (3), in which context preferably the depot filter (2) and the mouthpiece filter (3) have been pressed together with one another, with the result that a nicotine stick (5) for inhalation of nicotine and flavour substances has been manufactured in this way via the nano-bead solution (4) located in the depot filter (2).
  3. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein it entails a reusable cigarette tube (1), into which the nicotine stick (5) has been inserted, preferably jammed.
  4. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the dimensioned bore has been adapted to the draw resistance of a normal tobacco cigarette.
  5. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the bore of the mouthpiece filter of a defined shape (3) is star-shaped.
  6. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein nicotine and the flavour substances can be inhaled via a simple inhalation air flow without heating and heating devices and flavour substance and nicotine can be provided to smokers in defined doses without heating and heating devices.
  7. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the nano-beads comprise mineral materials, preferably aluminium silicates or silicone oxides.
  8. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the particle sizes of the nano-beads vary between 5 nm and 5 [mu]m, preferably 10 nm -100 nm.
  9. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the nano-beads interact with nicotine and aroma substances as a result of their large surface.
  10. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the nano-beads are used as a depot for nicotine and aroma substances and wherein the nano-beads lead to an intensification of the taste as a result of the interaction with nicotine and aroma substances.
  11. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the nano-bead solution (4) comprises organic substances interacting with nicotine and aroma substances, preferably sugars and/or amino-acids.
  12. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the depot filter (2)
    - has been formed of plastic, preferably of polyethylene fibres or sintered polyethylene,
    - has been made cylindrical with an inner bore,
    - manifests a length of 25-35 mm, preferably 30 mm +/- 0.5 mm,
    - manifests an outer diameter von 4-5 mm, preferably 4.5 mm +/- 0.05 mm,
    - manifests an outer bore with an inner bore diameter von 1-2 mm, preferably 1.0 mm,
    - manifests a wall thickness of 2-3 mm and/or
    - has been covered with a liquid-resistant, preferably natural coloured plastic foil, preferably of polypropylene.
  13. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the mouthpiece filter (3)
    - has been formed of plastic, preferably acetate cellulose fibre material,
    - has been made cylindrical with a star-shaped inner bore,
    - manifests a lateral cylindrical part covered with cigarette filter paper, preferably cork-design paper,
    - manifests a length of 24-26 mm, preferably 25 mm +/- 0.5 mm,
    - manifests an outer diameter von 7-9 mm, preferably 7.9 mm +/- 0.05 mm, and/or
    - the inner bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) has been designed star-shaped (flower design) along the entire length of the inner bore, in which context the bore of the mouthpiece filter (3) has 4-8 bars and accordingly 4-8 grooves, preferably 6 bars and 6 grooves, and the diameter of the grooves (middle groove to middle groove) is 4-5 mm, preferably 4.5 mm, and the diameter of the bars) middle bar to middle opposite bar) is 3-4 mm, preferably 3.4 mm.
  14. Smokeless cigarette according to Claim 10, wherein the cigarette tube (1)
    - has been formed of plastic, preferably polymer white (PP or PE),
    - has been made cylindrical with an inner bore,
    - manifests a length of 55 to 65 mm, preferably 57 mm,
    - manifests an outer diameter von 7-9 mm, preferably 7.9 mm,
    - manifests an inner bore with a bore diameter von 4-6.7 mm, preferably 4.5 mm,
    - manifests a support section (sealing section) approx. 1.0-1.5 mm, preferably 1.0 mm, in thickness on each of the open sides, in particular at the connection point to the depot filter/mouthpiece filter, to stabilise the depot filter (2) / mouthpiece filter (3) insert, in which context the sealing section has been arranged in the bore at a depth of 1-10 mm, preferably 1.3 mm, and/or
    - an inner phase with an inner diameter von 4.5-7.5 mm, preferably 5.0 mm has been attached on each of the opening ends, in which context the length of the phase is 1-2 mm, preferably 1.3 mm.
  15. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the Claims 10-12, wherein the cigarette tube (1) manifests a support section 1 mm in thickness to stabilise the depot filter (2) at a depth of 1.3 mm, manifests a defined length of 57 mm and a diameter of 7.9 mm and wherein an inner phase with a diameter of 5.0 mm has been attached on each of the open sides, into which a depot filter (2) can be inserted at an angle of 180 degrees.
  16. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the depot filter (2) manifests a length of 30 mm and a diameter of 4.5 mm, with an inner bore diameter of 1 mm and a material thickness of 0.220 g/cm3 and a mass corresponding to the calculatory draw resistance of 95-100 mm WS, in which context the filter has been covered with a liquid-resistant plastic coating, which guarantees an air flow in the direction of the target.
  17. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the mouthpiece filter (3) manifests a length of 25 mm and a diameter of 7.9 mm, with an inner bore in a star design with 6 bars and grooves for secure support/insertion of the depot filter (2), in which context the bore is 3.4 mm at the narrowest point and 4.5 mm at the widest point and the rounding of the bars has a radius of R 0.79 mm and the 6 bars have been attached centrally at an angle of 60 degrees.
  18. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein nicotine and flavour substances have been molecularly stored in nano-beads in a nano-bead solution (4) and/or nicotine and flavour substances has been stored on/in organic substances such as sugar or amino-acids, in which context a defined share of ethanol as a volatilisation aid has optionally been added to said solution.
  19. Smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein saturated or unsaturated fatty acids, preferably grape oil, are used as further volatilisation aids.
  20. Method for the production of a smokeless cigarette according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the depot filter (2) and the mouthpiece filter (3) are produced so precisely and the mass defined in such a way that both parts can securely be inserted into one another in a defined production process and the depot filter (2) can be charged and injected with the nano-bead solution (4) in the same production process, in which context the nicotine and/or flavour strength is/are determined via the injected quantity and the dimensions of the filter.
  21. Method according to Claim 20, wherein a new kind of production shaft system, one shaft for the depot filter (2) and one shaft for the mouthpiece filter (3), is used in production and the inner masses have been designed and polished in such a way that the depot filter (2) and mouthpiece filter (3) have been put together neatly and the nano-bead solution (4) can be injected precisely in said production process.
  22. Use of a smokeless cigarette according to one of the Claims 1 to 19 for use as a cigarette substitute in smoke-free areas.
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