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Cross-references to related applications This application is disclosed in U.S. Patent Application Nos. 15 / 391,829 and U.S. Patent Application No. 62 / 721,699 of the inventors incorporated herein by reference. Discloses many improvements and enhancements to concentrate vaporizers and systems.

Fields of Disclosure The present invention relates to improved vaporizers, systems and methods for managing and optimizing the vaporization quality of concentrates, vaporizer efficiencies, and user experience.

Background of Disclosure The subject matter discussed in the background section should not be assumed to be prior art simply as a result of the references in the background section. Similarly, issues mentioned in the background section or related to the subject matter of the background section should not be assumed to have been previously recognized in the prior art. The subject matter of the background section simply represents a different approach, which in itself may correspond to the implementation of the claimed technique.

Vaporizers are readily known and are used for medical and recreational reasons. Existing vaporizers allow the user to operate by charging the desired amount of concentrate product (selectively prepackaged in the cartridge section) into the vaporization chamber of the appliance. .. In general, the mechanism for charging the concentrate is complicated to operate, and as a result, the user can consume an irregular amount of concentrate in some vaporization sessions. Moreover, the user is typically unaware of the concentrate being used, as no information related to the concentrate is available. Vaporizers such as Pax 3® and Firefly 2® do not have a cartridge-based system, so the product of the concentrate is a means of suggesting the dose of concentrate provided to the user. Depends on the label of the primary package.

There are many ways to put the cartridge into the vaporizer. However, these methods are complicated and may cause usability problems such as disabling the sealing and cleaning functions of the cartridge. Many existing vaporizers are unable to administer concentrates cleanly and accurately, or concentrate essential oils for inhalation. Since vaporizers such as Pax 3® need to be filled manually, users need to use precision tools such as metering syringes to achieve precisely controlled dosing. These tools are difficult to procure and add additional cost to the vaporizer. In the case of medical vaporizers, such restrictions do not allow users and physicians to confidently and consistently administer and / or prescribe concentrated dosage regimens that best suit their needs. Some concentrate vaporizers address dosing problems by utilizing inhalation flow as a means of controlling dosing. However, such devices are unable to adequately provide uniform vaporization of the concentrate, resulting in a discrepancy between the prescribed / desired dose and the actual amount received by the user.

In addition, there is a lack of technology that allows the administration of various types of materials (ie, products) for use in vaporizers. These materials are, for example, granular, powdery, loose leaves, flowers, aromatics, medicinal, waxy, pastes, concentrated oils, or distributed (by the use of auger mechanism, etc.) and distributed through a vaporizer device. It can be another physical material that can be supplied. Similarly, most raw materials intended for vaporization have different concentrations and are not standardized in a way that can be divided into uniform doses. Administration of such products is also compromised in that it is often done manually. What is needed is an "all-in-one" vaporizer that allows controlled and uniform administration and tracking of the compound of the product contained in the cartridge, regardless of the physical form or component of the product.

U.S. Patent Application No. 15/924172 discloses methods and devices for cloud integrated control of drug supply parameters in electronic vaporizers. Also, U.S. Patent Application No. 12/780876 discloses data recording personal vaporization inhalers. In addition, U.S. Patent Application No. 13/840588 discloses an inhaler controlled by a mobile device.

Considering existing vaporizers, it is necessary to maintain the certainty of the vaporizer's operation. This is because it is minimally related to vaporizer encapsulation, dosing integrity, and corresponding direct user feedback. Moreover, existing vaporizers do not provide a feedback system to warn the user that the product of the concentrate has been completely vaporized or that the session of administration of the concentrate has been properly completed. Thus, concentrate production that allows the user to administer the concentrate at the desired dose, and also manages, records, tracks and / or monitors the user's use of the concentrate and provides improved operational efficiency. A vaporizer is needed.

Brief Description of Embodiments In one aspect, a system for controlling the use of concentrates is disclosed. The system may include a vaporizer, a user device, and a central server. The vaporizer may include a housing. The housing may include a cartridge configured to store the concentrate. The cartridge may include a nozzle with a smart chip containing an identification code associated with the concentrate at one end and a dosing mechanism at the other end. The vaporizer housing may also include a control unit configured to read an identification code from a smart chip on the nozzle and control the operation of the oven. The oven may be in close proximity to the nozzle of the cartridge. The communication unit may be coupled to the control unit. The communication unit may send the identification code to the user device. The system may also include a central server with a database for storing multiple identification codes for multiple concentrate information. The central server may be configured to receive an identification code from the user device. The central server may retrieve the enrichment information corresponding to the received identification code from the database. The central server may send the retrieved concentrate information to the user device.

In one embodiment, the dosing mechanism may be in close proximity to the vaporizer's mouthpiece. The dosing mechanism may include a plunger driver, a pawl, and a plunger. When the user rotates the dosing wheel, the plunger driver can drive the plunger in the cartridge to release a predetermined amount of concentrate from the nozzle. The oven contains a coil placed in a thermally resistant tube, an air flow channel that communicates with ambient air and suction negative pressure airflow, and a porous material matrix or screen (eg, gold-plated metal mesh) for dosing diffusion. Can include vessels. The control unit may be configured to heat the oven coil based on at least one of a firing button, an in-line pressure sensor, a fan / IR reflector sensor, and an identification code associated with the concentrate. The control unit can heat the coil to vaporize a predetermined amount of concentrate released through a nozzle on the screen of the porous material matrix or dose diffuser. The user device may be configured to receive at least one user input associated with the user's vaporization session. The user device can send at least one instruction to the vaporizer based on the user input received to trigger the vaporization session. Similarly, the user device may be configured to receive at least one user input via a central server associated with the user's vaporization session. The central server may send at least one instruction to the vaporizer based on the central server input received to trigger and / or manage the vaporization session. The user device can also be configured to generate session data associated with the vaporization session and can also send the session data to a central server. The central server may be configured to receive session data from the user device. The central server may be configured to modify the user's vaporization session, at least in part, based on the vaporization session data. The central server may update the user profile based on the session data. The user profile may contain data associated with one or more vaporization sessions of the user. The user device may also be configured to display investigations related to the user's vaporization session. The user device can receive user feedback on the survey and send the user feedback to the central server. The communication unit of the vaporizer may include a Bluetooth® low energy (BTLE) module, a WiFi® module, or other electronic communication means. The user device can display dose information based on at least one of the retrieved concentrate information, user profile, user medical history, and vapor inhalation session.

In another aspect, a method for controlling the user's use of concentrate is disclosed. This method may include reading the identification code associated with the concentrate by the control unit of the vaporizer. The identification code may be transmitted to the user device via the communication unit of the vaporizer. The central server may receive an identification code from the user device. The central server may include a database that stores multiple identification codes for multiple concentrate information. The central server may retrieve the enrichment information corresponding to the received identification code from the database. The retrieved concentrate information may be sent to the user device for display to the user.

In another aspect, a vaporizer including a housing is disclosed. The housing may include a cartridge configured to store the concentrate. The cartridge may include a nozzle at one end, a smart chip with an identification code associated with the concentrate, and a dosing mechanism at the other end. The dosing mechanism can be in close proximity to the mouthpiece and may include a plunger driver, nails, and plunger. The dosing wheel can actuate the dosing mechanism and the dosing wheel may be rotatably engaged with the plunger driver. The oven can be close to the nozzle of the cartridge and contains a coil placed in a heat-resistant tube, an airflow channel in contact with ambient air and suction negative pressure airflow, and a porous material matrix. May include a diffuser. The control unit may be configured to heat the oven coil based on at least one of a firing button, an in-line pressure sensor, a fan / IR reflector sensor, and an identification code associated with the concentrate. In one embodiment, the control unit can heat the coil when negative pressure is generated by the user due to inhalation with the mouthpiece. The coil may be configured to vaporize the extruded concentrate. The extruded concentrate can be dispensed through a nozzle on a porous material matrix or the screen of the dosing diffuser after the dosing wheel has been rotated by the user. When the dosing wheel rotates, the plunger driver can drive the plunger in the cartridge to release a predetermined amount of concentrate.

In one embodiment, the mouthpiece may be removable to slidably receive the cartridge within the housing. The identification code associated with the concentrate is at least one of a Near Field Communication (NFC) means, a QR code®, a barcode, a smart chip (eg, EEMPE), and a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag. It can be stored in a memory module consisting of three. The memory module is communicably coupled to the control unit. The dosing mechanism may, in an alternative embodiment, be an auger feeding mechanism. The dosing wheel can be a hollow cylinder that surrounds the plunger driver so that the rotation of the dosing wheel results in the rotation of the plunger driver. The plunger driver can be mechanically engaged with the plunger and claws. The plunger can be driven laterally downward as the plunger driver rotates due to the rotation of the dosing wheel by the user. The claws may allow rotation of the dosing wheel only in either the clockwise or counterclockwise direction. The dosing wheel can be rotated and clicked to a predetermined degree to provide audible feedback to the user. A single click on the dosing wheel may release a predetermined amount of concentrate through the nozzle. The vaporizer may further include a communication unit configured to send an identification code to the user device. The user device is configured to display information associated with the concentrate based on the identification code.

In another embodiment, the control unit may be configured to receive instructions from the user device via the communication unit to enable heating of the coil. The user device can display dosage information based on at least one of an identification code, a user's identification, a user's medical history, a history of vaporization sessions, and a previous dose. The vaporizer may further include a power source connected to the control unit. The power supply may be configured to supply electrical energy to the coil. The vaporizer may also be located on the housing and include a power button that communicates with the control unit. When the user presses the power button, the power supply can supply electrical energy to the coil. The vaporizer may further include a conduit in the vicinity of the dosing diffuser. The conduit can run in close proximity to the cartridge towards the mouthpiece, allowing the vaporized concentrate to move during inhalation by the user. The conduit may include a filter placed downstream to filter the vaporized concentrate.

In various other embodiments and embodiments of the present disclosure, a vaporizer is provided in which the user indexes (ie, turns) the dosing wheel to give a predetermined dose for vaporization. Allows the product of the concentrate to be supplied. An exemplary vaporizer can enhance the guarantee of the type and amount of concentrate product supplied and record and transmit the data associated with the user's vaporization session.

The vaporizer comprises a cartridge containing a cartridge container for safely containing the product of the concentrate. The stored concentrate is itself located away from the heating means of the vaporizer, reducing the thermal degradation of the product of the concentrate not intended for vaporization. In addition, the vaporizer provides a dosing mechanism (eg, dosing wheel, plunger, etc.) that binds to the plunger driver of the cartridge. The dosing wheel is unidirectional (ie, only in one direction) by the user by using the claws built into the device to prevent the user from rewinding the cartridge and thus retracting the plunger from the cartridge container. It is configured to rotate.

In one aspect, to ensure proper distribution of concentrate product, the claws built on the lock of the cartridge rotatably contact the slot of the plunger, even if the cartridge is removed from the vaporizer. , Limit bidirectional rotation of plunger driver / plunger. In addition, the claws are hidden by the driver during assembly, thus reducing the user's ability to disassemble the cartridge for refilling, tampering, etc. In one example, the fixed claw protects the user from receiving the product of a concentrate that does not represent the product of manufacture recorded on the smart chip.

To ensure accurate distribution and recording (ie, dosing control / integrity) of the dosing of the concentrate, the exemplary vaporizer includes a pair of infrared emitters and detectors located on either side of the dosing wheel. Record the indexed dose of concentrate via a predetermined interval / size slot on the dosing wheel.

In a further embodiment of the present disclosure, the plunger and the plunger driver are fixedly mounted in the cartridge container to ensure a predetermined advance as the plunger driver is rotated by the dosing wheel. The advance of the plunger provides a means of pushing the concentrate contained in the container out of the nozzle at the end of the cartridge.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, the nozzle comprises a tip seal. The tip seal provides a static closure at the end of the nozzle port, thus protecting the integrity of the concentrate product retained in the cartridge container from oxidation, contamination, intrusion, etc. (ie, breach). .. In one aspect, the tip seal suppresses leakage of concentrate product from the cartridge container, for example during handling and / or use during vaporization. In addition, it provides assurance of the dose supplied and suppression of erroneous measurement accuracy of the dose of concentrate supplied. In another aspect, the tip seal incorporates an elastomer (TPE, silicone rubber, etc.) bulkhead that seals against the nozzle insert. When the dosing wheel is turned, the plunger and driver assembly acts to place the plunger into the cartridge container, which forces the product of the concentrate to deform the elastomeric septum away from the insert, and the concentrate seals the tip. And allows it to be extruded onto the diffuser through the nozzle port.

In a further embodiment of the present disclosure, the vaporizer may include a vaporization detection system for assessing whether the extruded concentrate product has been completely vaporized. The IR emitter-detector pair works communicably to determine if the vapor of concentrate product is present in the conduit (ie, the airpass) as a result of the user's inhalation. In addition, the vaporizer notifies the user whether the vaporized concentrate product has been administered via the LED illuminated display, while at the same time providing data about the session via signal transmission to the system network. An exemplary vaporizer may also provide the user with information (eg, graphically) generated from the data via a mobile device, computer, etc. regarding the vaporization session.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, a predetermined amount of dose is recorded on the cartridge via a smart chip. An exemplary vaporizer writes / updates data about the remaining doses in the cartridge to the smart chip when the dosing wheel is indexed (ie, rotated). When the original predetermined amount of concentrate has been used up / completed, the vaporizer will network (ie, mobile device) via LED lights or other device signals with information indicating that the vaporizer cartridge has been used up. , Laptops, computers, etc.) and provide to users. Upon depletion, an exemplary vaporizer may limit further vaporization. In one aspect, further restriction of vaporization reduces the reloading and reuse of the cartridge.

This section is intended to introduce the concepts disclosed herein, rather than an exhaustive list of the many teachings and variations of those teachings provided in the discussion of extensions within this document. Therefore, the content of this summary should not be read as limiting the scope of the following claims.

Other systems, methods, features, and advantages of the invention will be or will be apparent to those of skill in the art by reviewing the figures and detailed description below. All such additional systems, methods, functions, and advantages are within the scope of the accompanying claims and are intended to be protected by the accompanying claims.

The present specification concludes within the scope of the claims, which specifically point out and articulates the particular embodiments of the invention, but the various embodiments of the invention may be read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings below. It can be more easily understood from the following description of various embodiments of the invention.

It is a figure which shows the system for controlling the use of the concentrate of the user which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a side perspective view of the vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a partially disassembled figure of the vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is an exploded perspective view of the vaporizer from different angles which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is an exploded perspective view of the vaporizer from different angles which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary cartridge [210] according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary cartridge [700] for distributing a non-liquid concentrate (eg, powder , leaf, etc. ) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. It is a side perspective view of the nozzle [218/800] of the cartridge system of the vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a front view of the nozzle [218/800] of the vaporizer cartridge system which shows the partition wall [804] in an open position which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is sectional drawing of the administration integrity mechanism [900] of the cartridge system of a vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a side view of the oven system [1000] of the vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a perspective view of the administration diffuser [1100] of the oven system of the vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a perspective view of the administration diffuser [1100] of the oven system of the vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a front view of the administration diffuser [1100] of the oven system of the vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a figure which shows the various components of the administration completion and verification system of a vaporizer which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure. It is a figure which shows the method [1300] for controlling the use of the concentrate of the user which concerns on one Embodiment of this disclosure.

Next, a particular embodiment or feature will be referred to in detail, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, use corresponding or similar reference numbers throughout the drawing to refer to the same or corresponding parts. In addition, references to the various elements described herein are collective or individual, where there may be multiple elements of the same type, such as "claw and clicker", or "smart chip and EEPROM". It is done in. However, such references are essentially merely exemplary. Unless expressly stated in the appended claims, reference to a singular element is relevant to the plural without limiting the scope of this disclosure to the exact number or type of such element. Note that it may be interpreted.

The exemplary embodiments described herein are provided for illustrative purposes only, without limitation. Other exemplary embodiments are possible and modifications may be made to the exemplary embodiments within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. Therefore, the detailed description is not meant to limit this disclosure. Rather, the scope of this disclosure is defined only in accordance with the following claims and their equivalents.

Therefore, a system for controlling the use of concentrates is disclosed. In this system, the vaporizer is related to product information such as vaporization session, user, name, distillate fill batch information, experimental results, product temperature limit, etc., among other data. Information can be recorded and distributed. The system also provides vaporizers and cartridges that are communicable and jointly manage the integrity of dosing data (eg, dose control, non-confused dosing, control of concentrate containment defects, etc.).

FIG. 1 shows a system [100] for controlling a user's use of concentrate according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The system [100] may include a vaporizer [102] having a housing (not shown). The housing may include a cartridge [104] that may be configured to store the concentrate. The cartridge [104] can be a cylindrical container having a nozzle at one end and an administration mechanism at the other end. The nozzle of the cartridge [104] may have a smart chip with an identification code associated with the concentrate. The housing of the vaporizer [102] may also include a control unit [106] configured to read an identification code from a nozzle . The control unit [106] can also control the operation of the oven of the vaporizer [102]. The oven may be in close proximity to the nozzle of the cartridge [104]. The communication unit [108] may be coupled to the control unit [106]. The communication unit [108] can transmit the identification code to the user device [110]. In one embodiment, the user device [110] can be a mobile phone, computer, laptop, etc., and can be operated by the user [111]. The communication unit [108] of the vaporizer [102] may include a Bluetooth® low energy (BTLE) module.

The system [100] may also include a central server [112] that includes a database [114]. The database [114] may store a plurality of identification codes for the plurality of concentrate information. The central server [112] may be configured to receive an identification code from the user device [110]. The central server [112] may retrieve the enrichment information corresponding to the received identification code from the database [114]. The retrieved concentrate information may be transmitted to the user device [110]. In one embodiment, the system [100] can be a public network environment that includes multiple personal computers, various servers such as laptops, blade servers, and other computing devices. In another embodiment, the system [100] can be a private network environment with a limited number of computing devices such as personal computers, servers, laptops, and / or communication devices such as mobile phones and smartphones. .. The system [100] may be operable by the user / plurality of users [117] via the central server [112].

The system [100] facilitates an improved user experience, especially by providing information on concentrates, dosage requirements on the user device. In one embodiment, the user device [110] receives at least one user input associated with the user's vaporization session and is based on the received user input to trigger the vaporization session [102]. At least one command is sent to. In another embodiment, the user device [110] may be configured to generate session data associated with a vaporization session and send the session data to a central server [112]. The central server [112] may also be configured to receive session data from the user device. The central server [112] can update the user profile [116] based on the session data. The user profile [116] can include data associated with one or more vaporization sessions of the user.

In another embodiment, the user device [110] may be configured to display investigations related to the user's vaporization session. The user can provide his / her feedback on the investigation and the user device [110] can send the user feedback to the central server [112]. The user device [110] can display dose information based on at least one of the retrieved concentrate information, the user profile [116], the user's medical history, and the vaporization session.

In yet another embodiment, the user device [110] may be configured to capture data from a health / biometric data capture device (eg, Karda / Omron® of LiveCor®). The user device [110] may transmit health / biometric data to a central server [112].

Since the user device [110] provides information about the dose, the user can use the option of intentionally selecting his or her dose (micro-dosing). In addition, the system [100] can provide the user with notification that the administered administration or the inhalation of the desired amount of concentrate product has been completed.

In one aspect, a vaporizer with on-demand heating, usage tracking, improved user experience, modular components, and easy to clean is disclosed. The vaporizer may have a housing for accommodating various components. The housing may include a cartridge configured to store the concentrate. The cartridge may include a nozzle at one end and a dosing mechanism at the other end. The nozzle may have a smart chip with an identification code associated with the concentrate. The dosing mechanism can be in close proximity to the mouthpiece. The dosing mechanism may include a plunger driver, nails, and a plunger. The dosing wheel may activate the dosing mechanism. The dosing wheel may be partially located on the outside of the enclosure for user operation. The dosing wheel may be rotatably engaged with the plunger driver. The oven may be located close to the nozzle of the cartridge or elsewhere in the vaporizer. The oven may include a coil placed in a heat resistant tube, an air flow channel communicating with ambient air and suction negative pressure airflow, and a dose diffuser containing a porous material matrix. The control unit may be configured to heat the oven coil based on at least one of an in-line pressure sensor, a fan / IR reflector sensor, and an identification code associated with the concentrate.

In one embodiment, the control unit can heat the coil when negative pressure is generated by the user via inhalation with the mouthpiece. The coil may be configured to vaporize the extruded concentrate. The extruded concentrate can be dispensed through a nozzle on the porous material matrix (or similar screen) of the dosing diffuser. When the user rotates the dosing wheel, the plunger driver drives the plunger in the cartridge to release a predetermined amount of concentrate.

2-5 show different views of the vaporizer [200] according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. In particular, FIG. 2 shows an assembled view of the vaporizer [200], FIG. 3 shows a partially disassembled view of the vaporizer [200] showing its internal components, and further shows the vaporizer [200]. 200] shows an exemplary method in which each component can be combined with adjacent components to assemble. Further, FIGS. 4 and 5 show exploded perspective views of the vaporizer 200 from two different angles. In the exploded views of FIGS. 4 and 5, for illustration purposes, some assemblies are shown broken down into one figure and other assemblies are shown broken down into another figure. With reference to FIGS. 2-5 in combination, as shown, the vaporizer [200] includes a housing [202] that encloses various assemblies and their components. The housing [202] generally has a rectangular cross section and extends longitudinally, giving the housing [202] the shape of a cube. However, it can be contemplated that the housing [202] may have other shapes such as cylindrical, spherical and the like. The housing [202] can be shaped so that the vaporizer [200] can be ergonomically handled by the user. The housing [202] may be made of a metallic material or other material having sufficient conductivity and chemical resistance. In one example, the housing [202] is made of an aluminum alloy or a magnesium alloy.

In one aspect, the housing [202] may include two halves, a first half [204] and a second half [206]. The two halves [204], [206] can provide a plurality of grooves and openings therein for receiving and mounting the components of the vaporizer [200] within the housing [202]. The two halves [204], [206] can be joined together by using fasteners such as screws. In particular, as can be seen from the relevant drawings, the housing [202] can provide a groove [208] at the junction between the first half portion [204] and the second half portion [206].

The vaporizer [200] utilizes a cartridge [210] to store a concentrate (not shown) to be vaporized. The cartridge [210] generally contains a predetermined amount of concentrate stored therein. The cartridge [210] may be in the form of a hollow container with an appropriate internal volume filled with a predetermined amount of concentrate. In one example, the cartridge [210] is prefilled with 1000 mg of concentrate. As used herein, the term "concentrate" can include substances in the form of chemicals, distillates, and isolates. Examples of concentrates include evaporable agents such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), terpenes, cannabidiol (CBD), and other components of cannabinoids. Other examples of concentrates include dried herbs, essential oils, waxes, and loose leaves. The cartridge [210] can generally be filled with a liquid homogeneous concentrate or a viscous liquid such as wax and oil that can be extruded from the bottom opening (not shown) of the cartridge [210]. The cartridge [210] may include a cartridge casing, a concentration containment vessel [211], a plunger driver [212], and a plunger [214] that is slidably accommodated within the cartridge casing. When the plunger driver [212] is rotated, the plunger [214] is pushed laterally downward in the cartridge [210] to concentrate on the lower opening of the cartridge [210]. It can be placed inside the casing of the cartridge [210] in a manner that pushes things out.

In one embodiment, the cartridge [210] includes a memory module [216] for storing the identification code associated with the concentrate. The memory module [216] may be mounted outside the cartridge casing. In one example, the memory module [216] can be at least one of a Near Field Communication (NFC) means, a QR code®, a barcode, a smart chip, and a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag. The smart chip can erase and reprogram its contents using pulsed voltage. In this example, the identification code stored in the memory module [216] of the cartridge [210] is the concentrate in it, such as the type of concentrate, the amount of concentrate, and the expiration date of the concentrate (if any). Shows the characteristics. In other words, the identification code associated with the cartridge [210] correlates with the concentrate information. The identification code can be in the form of numbers or alphanumers. Based on testing of concentrates in the test facility, it can be understood that identification codes are programmed into the memory module [216] and that each identification code can be unique to a particular batch of concentrate. The identification code is stored in the memory module [216] of the cartridge [210] and at the same time the same identification code is stored in the database of the central server [112] along with the corresponding concentrate information, as will be described in detail later. ..

In the vaporizer [200], the cartridge [210] is detachably attached to the housing [202]. In particular, the cartridge [210] is received and fixed in the groove [208] of the housing [202]. The cartridge [210] can have any suitable shape, including but not limited to rectangular, cylindrical and the like. The cartridge [210] or, in particular the cartridge casing, may generally be shaped to supplement the groove [208] of the housing [202] so that the cartridge [210] snaps into place within the groove [208]. .. In some examples, the cartridge [210] has a digital rights management (DRM) code that indicates whether the cartridge [210] is compatible enough to be installed in the vaporizer [200] memory module [. 216] can be stored. As shown, the vaporizer [200] may include a nozzle [218] at one end of the cartridge [210]. The nozzle [218] may be configured as an outlet for the concentrate from the cartridge [210].

In one embodiment, the vaporizer [200] executes various instructions related to the operation of the vaporizer [200], further records various operations of the vaporizer [200], and generates corresponding data. The control unit [220] of the above is included. The control unit [220] may include a circuit board in which various electronic components of the vaporizer [200] are embedded or connected via wires. The control unit [220] may include a processor for executing various instructions for controlling the operation of the vaporizer [200]. A processor can be a single processor or multiple processors that operate in tandem. The control unit [220] is defined as, but is not limited to, an arithmetic logic unit (ALU), a digital signal processor, a microcomputer, a field programmable gate array (FPGA), a system on chip (SOC), a programmable logic unit, or a defined unit. It may further include any other circuit that can respond to and execute instructions in a manner. The control unit [220] may also include a memory for storing instructions for executing the operation of the vaporizer [200], and further for temporarily storing data generated from the operation of the vaporizer [200]. ..

In one embodiment, the control unit [220] may include a code circuit located proximal to the memory module [216] of the cartridge [210] when attached to the housing [202]. The code circuit of the control unit [220] reads the identification code from the cartridge [210]. In one example, the code circuit can read an identification code from a memory module using a communication standard such as Near Field Communication (NFC) [216]. In some examples, the code circuit can utilize a laser beam or other form of light source to read a visual form of identification code such as a barcode, QR code®. The control unit [220] can use the identification code read from the cartridge [210] for further processing, as will be described in detail later.

In one embodiment, the vaporizer [200] includes a communication unit [224] disposed within the housing [202]. The communication unit [224] is coupled with the control unit [220], in particular, for transmitting and receiving information regarding the operation settings of the vaporizer. The communication unit [224] is configured such that the control unit [220] of the vaporizer [200] communicates with the user device [110] by signal. In particular, the communication unit [224] transmits the identification code read from the cartridge [210] to the user device [110]. In one example, the communication unit [224] is a Bluetooth® low energy (BTLE) module utilizing a relatively low power 2.4 GHz antenna (not shown) to the vaporizer [200] and the user. It provides a direct link for wireless communication with the device [110].

The vaporizer 200 also includes a power source [226] for supplying power to its various components. The power supply [226] may be in the form of one or more rechargeable batteries disposed within the housing [202]. The vaporizer [200] may also include a charging port (not shown) provided on the outer periphery of the housing [202] and electrically connected to a power source [226] located therein. In such cases, the user can use an external power cord (not shown) to connect the charging port to an external power socket or the like. In one example, the charging port can use the USB standard for the purpose of charging the power supply [226]. In an exemplary implementation, the same charging port, for example, to update the source code in memory of the control unit [220] to change some parameters associated with the operation of the vaporizer [200], etc. It can be further utilized for data transfer. In an alternative example, the vaporizer [200] includes a permanently fixed and retractable electrical cord having a plug at one end that contacts the power supply [226] and the other end that can be inserted into an electrical socket for charging purposes. obtain.

The vaporizer [200] generally further comprises an administration wheel [232] on top of the cartridge [210]. The dosing wheel [232] may be rotatable within the housing [202]. The dosing wheel [232] may be partially located on the outside of the housing [202] for user operation. The dosing wheel [232] may be rotatably engaged with the plunger driver [212]. As shown, the cartridge [210] may have a nozzle [218] and a dosing mechanism at the other end. The nozzle [218] may have a septum [ 804 ] at the tip of the nozzle to control the flow of concentrates of various viscosities (see FIGS. 8B and 8C). The dosing mechanism may include a plunger driver [212], a plunger [214], and a claw [213]. When the dosing wheel [232] is rotated by the user, the plunger driver [212] drives the plunger [214] in the cartridge [210] to release a predetermined amount of concentrate.

In one embodiment, the dosing wheel [232] is a hollow cylinder that surrounds the plunger driver [212] such that the rotation of the dosing wheel [232] results in the rotation of the plunger driver [212]. The plunger driver [212] may be mechanically engaged with the plunger [214] and the claw [213]. The claw [213] can rotate the dosing wheel [232] in either the clockwise or counterclockwise direction. The dosing wheel [232] clicks when rotated to a predetermined degree. A single click on the dosing wheel [232] can release a predetermined amount of concentrate through the nozzle [218].

The plunger driver [212] may be configured to directly correlate the rotational motion of the distribution wheel [232] with the linear motion of the plunger [210]. That is, when the distribution wheel [232] rotates to a certain degree, the plunger [210] travels a specific distance depending on the pitch of the engaged threads, among other factors. Thus, the dosing mechanism allows the user to control the amount of extruded concentrate by controlling the rotation of the distribution wheel [232].

In an alternative embodiment, the dosing mechanism can be an auger delivery mechanism.

In one or more examples, the dosing circuit is arranged in communication with the control unit [220] and can operate in conjunction therewith. In some examples, the dosing circuit may form part of the control unit [220]. The control unit [220] can receive information from the administration circuit regarding the number of administrations of the concentrate extruded from the cartridge [210]. The control unit [220] registers a single dose of concentrate extruded from the cartridge [210] based on the generation of the dosing signal. The control unit [220] further records the number of doses of the concentrate extruded from the cartridge [210] to track the amount of concentrate remaining in the cartridge [210] and utilizes a code circuit. , Write / program this information to the memory module [216] of the cartridge [210]. Thus, for example, by the user or at the cartridge re-filling facility, the cartridge [210] has been removed from the housing [202] of the vaporizer [200] using any suitable reading device. ] It may be possible to find the amount of concentrate remaining in.

From FIGS. 2-5, it can be seen that the housing [202] may have an arc-shaped notch [249] in its lower corner. In one embodiment, the vaporizer [200] may include an oven [250] placed in a notch [249]. The oven [250] may be connected to the housing [202] by using a suitable fixing configuration that includes one or more screws, pins, nuts and bolts. The oven [250] includes an oven casing [252] assembled in FIG. 4 and disassembled and shown in FIG. The oven [250] may further include a coil [258] disposed inside the oven casing [252].

As shown, the oven [250] can be placed directly below the nozzle [218] and can be placed in fluid contact with the cartridge [210] via the nozzle [218]. The oven [250] may include a coil [258] disposed in a heat-resistant tube, an air flow channel in contact with ambient air and suction negative pressure airflow, and a dosing diffuser [260] containing a porous material matrix. The dosing diffuser [260] can be arranged to collect the concentrate extruded from the cartridge [210]. In addition, the coil [258] may be placed under the oven [250] and placed in thermal contact with it. The coil [258] may be configured to generate thermal energy to vaporize the concentrate in the dosing diffuser [260]. In one example, the coil [258] has two legs encapsulated in a heat resistant tube and connected to a power source [226] via contacts and wires running in the housing [202].

Using these electrical connections, the coil [258] receives electrical energy from the power source [226], which is then converted into thermal energy. In one or more examples, the coil [258] is via the control unit [220] such that the electrical energy supplied from the power supply [226] to the coil [258] is controlled by the control unit [220]. It can be connected to the power supply [226]. With such a configuration, the control unit [220] can adjust the heat energy generated by the coil [258] according to the temperature setting of the vaporizer [200]. In one embodiment, the control unit [220] is based on at least one of an in-line pressure sensor, a fan / IR reflector sensor, and an identification code associated with the concentrate, the coil [258] of the oven [250]. ] Can be configured to heat.

In one example, the oven casing [252] may be made of a ceramic material such as, but not limited to, zirconium. Such a ceramic material for the oven casing [252] traps the heat generated by the coil [258] to efficiently vaporize the concentrate in the dosing diffuser [260] and further in the oven casing [252]. ] Provides insulation on the outside. In one example, the porous material matrix may be a screen (eg, a gold-plated metal mesh) or may be made of a metal alloy material such as stainless steel, also commonly known as metal foam. The porous material matrix contains the concentrate collected in the dosing diffuser [260] with absorption properties. The porous material matrix can be further structured to allow air to pass through.

In one example, the vaporizer [200] provides a dual filter system. For this purpose, the oven [250] may include filtering means located downstream of the oven [250]. In general, the filtration means can be made of the same material as the porous material matrix. The vaporized concentrate passes through filtering means before being supplied for inhalation by the user to remove toxic substances from the smoke, thereby providing the user with a relatively clean vaporized concentrate for inhalation. Can be understood.

In one embodiment, the oven [250] can further include an oven cover [266] connected to the housing [202] using one or more magnets. In one example, the housing [202] may include a magnet. The oven cover [266] has a magnetic plate (for example, so that the magnet in the housing [202] and the magnetic plate of the oven cover [266] attract each other and fix the oven cover [266] to the housing [202]. , Stainless steel plate) can be constructed using. In another example, the oven cover [266] may include a first set of magnets. In the housing [202], the magnets in the first set are 2 so that the first set of magnets and the second set of magnets attract each other and lock the oven cover [266] to the housing [202]. A second set of magnets, each with one magnet in each half, may be included [204, 206]. Further, the first set of magnets and the second set of magnets can be separated by some external pulling force, for example, as provided by the user. In this way, the oven cover [266] is configured to move between the closed and open positions. In the closed position, the oven cover [266] can at least partially surround the oven [250] containing the dosing diffuser [260] and the coil [258]. In the open position, the oven cover [266] can be placed at an angle of about 45 ° with respect to the housing [202], allowing access to the dosing diffuser [260]. The oven [250] may also include an interlock switch arranged in communication with the control unit [220]. If the oven cover [266] is displaced from the closed position, the interlock switch will generate a safety signal. Further, the control unit [220] can receive the safety signal and shut off the coil [258] based on the safety signal. In another example, the oven cover [266] may be connected to the housing [202] by a latch and a compression spring (not shown). The arrangement of latches and compression springs not only provides a hinged connection between the oven cover [266] and the housing [202], but also, for example, the user pulls the oven cover [266] to administer the dosing diffuser [260]. ] To allow the oven cover [266] to be in the open position when in the open position to access.

Also, as shown, the oven cover [266] may include a plurality of vents [ 62 ] on its sides and bottom (not shown). Further, in the oven [250], the oven casing [252] may include a plurality of vents therein. Vents may allow the influx of fresh air from the atmosphere into the oven [250] to circulate in a defined path within the vaporizer [200]. The air received in the oven [250] is exposed to the coil [258]. The coil [258] heats the received air. In one example, the coil [258] heats the air. In particular, air can be superheated. This superheated air is received into the vaporization chamber [256] through the orifice of the dosing diffuser [260]. The heated air passes through the porous material matrix in the vaporization chamber [256], thereby vaporizing the concentrate absorbed by the dosing diffuser [260] by the convective effect.

The vaporizer 200 may include a mouthpiece [276] for administering the vaporized concentrate to the user. The mouthpiece [276] can typically be made of a medical grade material such as silicon, soft rubber, plastic. In one example, the mouthpiece [276] may be detachably attached to the housing [202] of the vaporizer [200]. The mouthpiece [276] may generally be located at the top edge of the housing [202]. The vaporizer [200] may further include a conduit [278] that fluidly connects the mouthpiece [276] to the vaporization chamber [256] or the dosing diffuser [260]. As can be understood, the conduit [278] provides a path for air flow from the vaporization chamber [256] or the dosing diffuser [260] to the mouthpiece [276] inside the vaporizer [200]. do. Thus, when the user draws steam through the mouthpiece [276], fresh air is drawn into the oven [250] through the vent [272]. It carries the vaporized concentrate from the vaporization chamber [256] to the mouthpiece [276] via a conduit [278] for consumption by the user. Such a configuration of the vent associated with the conduit [278] allows cross-flow through the oven [250] and facilitates the drawing of air from the outside of the vaporizer [200]. Can be considered. The conduit [278] can further help isolate the flow path of the vaporized concentrate from the electronic components of the vaporizer [200] in order to avoid the possibility of a short circuit.

In another configuration, the vaporizer [200] also allows the concentrate to be manually charged directly into the vaporization chamber [256]. For this purpose, the user can place the oven cover [266] in the open position so that the vaporization chamber [256] can be accessed. In the case of liquid concentrates, the user can pour or inject the concentrate directly into the porous material matrix absorbed by it. For non-liquid concentrates such as waxes, powders and dried cannabis, the user can first remove the porous material matrix from the vaporization chamber [256] and then place the concentrate directly. In some other cases, the user obtains a dosing diffuser preloaded with pods such as dried herbs and places such dosing diffuser directly in the vaporization chamber without a porous material matrix. Can be done. Therefore, it provides a convenient use of non-liquid concentrates. In any case, the heated air from the coil vaporizes the concentrate for consumption purposes. In another example, the cartridge may be designed to store a non-liquid concentrate and extrude it into a vaporization chamber.

It can be considered that the vaporizer [200], even when used properly, can accumulate vapor residues in certain internal components, especially the conduit [278], as a result of repeated use. To clean the conduit [278], the user first removes the mouthpiece [276], then pulls the oven cover [266] to overcome the attractive force of the magnet and moves the oven cover [266] to the open position. .. At this point, the user may immerse the pipe cleaner (not shown) in the cleaning solution. It is conceivable that the pipe cleaner may be a Q chip or the like. The user may use this pipe cleaner with a cleaning solution and slide the pipe cleaner from the top of the conduit [278] down until it exits from the bottom of the conduit. The user may repeat the above procedure until the conduit [278] is completely clean. In addition, to clean the vaporization chamber [256], the user first removes all loose particulate or residual material present therein and then from the bottom of the vaporization chamber [256] a porous material matrix or screen. And remove the dosing diffuser [260]. Next, the user gently wipes off the residue accumulated in the vaporization chamber [256] using the Q chip soaked in the cleaning liquid. When the dosing diffuser [260] is used, the residue from the concentrate and the excess buildup from the vaporization accumulates in the dosing diffuser [260] rather than on the wall of the vaporization chamber [256], thus the vaporization chamber [260]. 256] is believed to reduce the need for frequent cleaning. Further, by moving the oven cover [266] to the open position, the administration diffuser [260] can be removed from the vaporization chamber [256] for cleaning, which is considered to facilitate cleaning. To clean the porous material matrix, the user must first remove the dosing diffuser [260] containing the porous material matrix from the vaporization chamber [256] first and then immerse the porous material matrix in the cleaning solution for about 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water, then dry and re-install the porous material matrix. Similarly, to clean the mouthpiece [276], the user first gently pulls the mouthpiece [276] out of the housing [202] from the top of the conduit [278] to remove it, and then the mouthpiece [276]. Is soaked in the cleaning solution for about 15 minutes, rinsed thoroughly, the mouthpiece [276] is dried, and the mouthpiece [276] is returned to the vaporizer [200].

In some embodiments, the vaporizer [200] may include one or more buttons for controlling one or more user control operations thereof. The vaporizer [200] may further include one or more indicator lights to convey information about the various operations of the vaporizer [200] and the current settings / parameters. In one example, the indicator light can be an RGB-based LED. In the illustrated example, the vaporizer [200] has two buttons, a power button [280] and a fire button [282], and four additional indicator lights, i.e., a first indicator light, a second indicator light, a second. It is shown to include a third indicator light and a fourth indicator light. In the vaporizer [200], a control unit [220] acting as an intermediary responds to a specific command to signal a corresponding component to perform a specific function. Each of the buttons can generate a specific signal when pressed, and is arranged in signal communication with the control unit [220] so that the button can be generated. Further, the control unit [220] may control the blinking of the indicator light to convey specific information to the user as programmed. As shown, some buttons and indicator lights, specifically the power button [280], as well as a second indicator light and a third indicator light are embedded directly in the circuit board of the control unit [220]. There is.

In one exemplary configuration, the user can press and hold the power button [280] for 2 seconds to turn the vaporizer [200] on and off. In one example, the communication unit [224] of the vaporizer [200] starts pairing with the user device [110] as soon as the vaporizer [200] is turned on. Further, the second indicator light blinks during the pairing between the communication unit [224] and the user device [110], and may turn blue when the pairing process is completed. The power button [280] may be further used to check the various current settings of the vaporizer [200]. For example, a single click on the power button [280] may use a second indicator light to display the charge level of the power [226]. Click twice to activate the third indicator light to indicate the temperature setting, click three times to restart the communication unit [224] and reestablish the connection with the user device [110], and all more. Light can be blinked once. The fire button [282] can be used to operate the coil [258] of the vaporizer [200]. The user holds down the firing button [282], heats the coil [258] to a set temperature setting, holds it down while inhaling the concentrate, and sets the vaporizer [200]. Can be kept at the temperature setting.

Further, in one exemplary configuration, the first indicator light may indicate the power state of the vaporizer [200]. That is, the fact that the first indicator light is on indicates that the vaporizer [200] is on, and vice versa. Similarly, the second indicator light may indicate the current charge level of the power source [226] of the vaporizer [200]. For example, green indicates a power level above 50%, yellow indicates a power level below 50%, red indicates a power level below 15%, and red flashes. If so, it indicates that the power level is less than 5% and the vaporizer [200] requires immediate charging for continuous operation. The third indicator light may indicate the temperature setting of the vaporizer [200]. As a result, green may represent the high temperature setting of the vaporizer [200], blue may represent the medium temperature setting, and purple may represent the low temperature setting. The fourth indicator light uses a variety of color schemes to heat, reach a set temperature setting, the level of concentrate in the cartridge [210], a warning if the user is pulling hard, etc. The various states of [200] are shown. It may be contemplated that the control scheme of the buttons [280, 282] and the color scheme of the indicator lights described herein are not limited to the present disclosure.

Further, in one embodiment, the vaporizer [200] includes an anemometer for measuring the flow rate of the volume of air passing through it. In practice, the coil [258] already present in the vaporizer [200] is used as an anemometer for the purpose of airflow measurement. Therefore, the terms "anemometer" and "heating element" are used interchangeably for illustration purposes. The anemometer can generally be placed somewhere in the conduit [278] so that it is directly exposed to the airflow in the conduit. In one example, the anemometer operates on the principle of a hot wire anemometer. In the current implementation of the anemometer of the vaporizer [200], current and voltage measurements are made directly from the heating element [258] during operation. In addition, some other parameters of the coil [258] are determined, including operating temperature, material composition, and number of dimensions. These measurements are first used to calculate the resistance of the coil [258] and establish a calibration offset or "baseline" before the flow. As air begins to flow across the coil [258], some of the heat is applied to the air, causing the coil [258] to cool slightly. Since the resistance of a material is proportional to its temperature, this temperature change results in a measurable deviation from the baseline resistance. Further, since the Joule heat law stipulates that the cooling rate is proportional to the amount of air to be heated, it can be estimated that this deviation can be proportional to the flow rate. Therefore, when the coil [258] operates, it is possible to determine the flow rate of the volume of air flowing through the vaporizer [200] only by algorithmically correlating the current and the voltage with the deviation of the resistance. The calculated air flow can be used to estimate the amount of concentrate consumed by the user compared to the amount of concentrate extruded from the cartridge [210].

In one aspect, the mouthpiece [276] is removable to allow the cartridge [210] to be slidably received within the housing [202]. The communication unit [224] can be configured to transmit the identification code to the user device [110]. The user device [110] is configured to display information associated with the concentrate based on the identification code. The control unit [220] may be configured to receive instructions from the user device [110] via the communication unit [224] in order to activate the heating of the coil [258]. In an exemplary scenario, the user device [110] may display dose information based on at least one of an identification code, a user's identifier, a user's medical history, and a previous dose. In another aspect, there may be a filter downstream of the conduit [278] to filter the vaporized concentrate.

The vaporizer [200] is configured to provide an airtight seal at the time of charging for efficiency. It is also easy for users to access and facilitates cleaning of the device before and after use, ensuring optimal performance.

Existing vaporizers use either combustion or convection techniques to vaporize the concentrated oil. The active compounds in concentrated oils are optimal as vaporization methods because they are more efficiently supplied without unhealthy levels of by-products such as tar (PAH) and carbon monoxide via convection. However, it is also more difficult to keep the temperature of the oil constant for efficient vaporization using conventional convection techniques. In addition, oil tends to flash and wick when exposed to heat, reducing the efficiency of current vaporizers. These systems also show overheating after some use that requires a safety circuit to protect the user from burns. Available vaporizers provide controlled convection heating to concentrate the oil, the flow of hot air to the oil contained in the chamber with a limited surface area for the flush, excessive heat to vaporize. Various methods are used, including distribution of oil to large dosing pads that require, batch heating of more oil than required for dosing, which contributes to the inefficient supply of steam. The vaporizer [200] provides an integrated component for reducing wicking and increasing vaporization efficiency, and provides a simple precision element for microdosing control of the vaporized product. Adopt an oven to avoid the aforementioned retreat.

Existing vaporizers are available from the time the user initiates the "Fire" button (ie, the power of the vaporizer device) until the vaporizer device is ready to inhale the vapor of heated concentrated oil to the user. Shows the passage of time. The time lapse of currently available vaporizers ranges from up to 5 seconds to 90 seconds, depending on the device and its heating method. Over time, the user's convenience is compromised because the "fire" button must be held down until the device notifies that it is ready for inhalation. In addition, the user needs to hold down the "launch" button for an extended period of time until the desired inhalation / administration is completed. Operation of such equipment leads to significant waste of power and unnecessary heating of the vaporizer.

Referring to FIG. 1, a block diagram of a system 100 for controlling a user's use of concentrate is shown according to embodiments of the present disclosure according to defined operating parameters, as described below.

Continuing the description of FIG. 1, in one example, the user device [300] may be a laptop, a smartphone, a mobile phone, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a tablet, a desktop computer, or the like. The user device [110] is communicably coupled to the central server [112] over the network. The network can be a wireless network, a wired network, or a combination thereof. A network can also be an individual network, or a collection of many such individual networks that are interconnected with each other and act as a single large network, such as the Internet or an intranet. The network can be implemented as one of different types of networks such as an intranet, a local area network (LAN), a wide area network (WAN), and the Internet.

In one example, the central server [112] can be a server, desktop computer, notebook, portable computer, workstation, mainframe computer, and laptop. In an implementation, the central server [112] can be a distributed or enriched network system in which different computing devices can host one or more hardware or software components of the central server [112]. Further, in one example, the central server [112] may be configured as an open application programming interface (API) to facilitate communication with other computer systems such as hospital electronic health record (EHR) systems. The central server [112] includes a database [114] and user profile data [116]. Database [114] contains a plurality of identification codes and corresponding concentrate information. As mentioned above, each identification code from the plurality of identification codes corresponds to the concentrate and is therefore linked to the enrichment information corresponding to the enrichment. In one example, the vendor implementing the central server [112] maintains the database [114]. For example, the vendor may use a computing device, such as a user device [110], to generate an identification code for the concentrate. The vendor can then use the computing device to upload the identification code and the concentrate information corresponding to the concentrate to the central server [116]. Further, as described above, the identification code corresponding to the concentrate is stored in the memory module [216] of the cartridge [210] for each cartridge [210] into which the concentrate is charged. Assigning an identification code to the cartridge [210] facilitates monitoring and management of the user's use of concentrate, as described below.

In one example, the user may use the vaporizer [200] to perform one or more vaporization sessions. Before using the vaporizer [200] for a vaporization session, the user may first register himself with the vendor of the vaporizer [200]. For registration, the user may install an application related to the vaporizer 200 on the user device [110]. This application provides the user with a graphical user interface for accessing services and operations associated with the vaporizer [200]. For example, the user may use the application to operate or modify one or more functions of the vaporizer [200]. In another example, the user may use the application to obtain information about the concentrate stored in the cartridge [210]. When the application is installed, the user device [110] is configured to record user information associated with the user. User information includes, but is not limited to, name, age, height, weight, gender, and user's medical history.

In one example, the user device [300] sends user information to the central server [112] to register the user. As will be appreciated, user information may be transmitted over communication links that implement certain security protocols and standards to ensure the security of user information. Upon receiving the user information, the central server [112] may be configured to generate a user profile for the user based on the user information. As can be understood, once the user profile is generated, the user may not need to register for a subsequent vaporization session. In one example, the user profile may be updated to include additional information in addition to the user information. Additional information includes session logs related to the user's vaporization session, information about one or more concentrates used by the user, and information about the effectiveness of the concentrate as to the user's reason for using the concentrate in the vaporization session. , And may include one or more recommendations to the user. In one example, additional information is included in the user profile based on session data related to the current vaporization session and subsequent vaporization sessions, as described below. In one example, the central server [112] stores the user profile in the user profile data [116]. In one example, user profile data [116] may be stored in a single database (not shown). In another example, user profile data [116] may be stored in a distributed database or unlinked database (not shown) communicatively coupled to a central server [112]. In the above example, the single database or distributed database stores user information in accordance with pre-determined security protocols such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

As mentioned above, in one example, the user can know about the concentrate used in the cartridge [210]. In such a case, the control unit [220] is configured to read the identification code stored in the memory module [216]. Upon reading the identification code, the control unit [220] may trigger the communication unit [224] to transmit the identification code to the user device [110]. The communication unit [224] transmits the identification code to the user device [110] via the antenna in the communication unit [224]. In one embodiment, the user device [110] may obtain an identification code from the user when manually charging the concentrate. For example, the user may provide an identification code corresponding to the concentrate through user input. In another example, the user may use the user device [110] to scan the identification code. For example, if the identification code is a barcode, the user may turn on the camera (not shown) of the user device [110] to capture the barcode.

In one example, the user device [110] is configured to send an identification code to a central server [112] in order to obtain enrichment information corresponding to the concentrate. Upon receiving the identification code, the central server [112] is configured to retrieve the enrichment information corresponding to the identification code from the database [114]. The retrieved concentrate information is then transmitted by the central server [112] to the user device [110] in order to display the enrichment information to the user. In an alternative example, the communication unit [224] in the vaporizer [200] transmits the identification code directly to the central server [112] using, for example, a Wi-Fi® module, a cellular module, or the like. Can be possible. Further, the vaporizer [200] includes a screen (not shown) such as an e-ink display for displaying the concentrate information directly on the vaporizer [200].

In one example, the user device [110] may receive concentrate information and store it in an internal memory module (not shown) of the user device [110]. In one example, upon receiving user input for displaying concentrate information, the user device [110] will display the concentrate information to the user via the display screen (not shown) of the user device [110]. It is composed. In one example, the concentrate information displayed may include the name of the concentrate, the amount of concentrate remaining in the cartridge [210], and the chemical composition of the concentrate. Displaying the concentrate information to the user raises the user's awareness of the concentrate that the user is using for the vaporization session. For example, the user knows the chemical composition of the concentrate. Therefore, the user may choose to continue using the concentrate or prefer to change the concentrate based on the chemical composition.

In one example, when the user of the vaporizer [200] attempts to perform a vaporization session, the user may provide at least one user input to the user device [110]. For example, the user may provide user input to select a reason for performing a vaporization session. In such cases, the user device [110] is configured to display to the user a list of reasons for performing the vaporization session. The user may then select a reason from the list of reasons. In another example, the user may provide user input to determine the reason for performing the vaporization session. In addition, the user device [110] may record the reasons and update the list of reasons to include the reasons determined by the user. In addition, the user may provide user input to determine the amount of concentrate administered during the vaporization session. In addition to determining the amount of concentrate to be administered, the user may operate the vaporizer [200] to push the determined amount into the vaporization chamber [256]. In addition, the user may provide user input for configuring the temperature setting of the vaporizer [200]. The user may then provide user input to trigger a vaporization session. Upon receiving the user input, the user device [110] is configured to send at least one instruction to the vaporizer [200] to trigger a vaporization session.

Upon receiving at least one instruction, the vaporizer [200] may configure the coil [258] to a temperature configured to vaporize the concentrate at that temperature. In one example, the concentrate information may also include a predetermined temperature setting, depending on the type of concentrate. Further, the control unit [220] may be configured to control the coil [258] based on the temperature setting of the concentrate information. It can be appreciated that the user may choose to override the predetermined temperature setting with the desired temperature setting for a particular vaporization session by providing user input via the user device [110]. The control unit [220] can control the thermal energy generated by the coil [258] based on the instruction given by the user. When the concentrate is vaporized, the user may receive a notification that the vaporizer [200] is ready for use. In one example, the notification is displayed through the first indicator light of the vaporizer [200]. In another example, the notification is provided via a message on the user device [110]. In yet another example, the notification is provided via both the first indicator light and the message.

In one example, when the vaporization session ends, i.e., when the user ceases to use the vaporizer [200] for a given time of vaporization, the user device [110] receives session data corresponding to the vaporization session. Configured to generate. In one example, the session data may include the reason for performing the vaporization session, the amount of concentrate administered to the user, and the temperature setting at which the vaporization session was performed. Subsequently, the user device [110] transmits the session data to the central server [112]. In one example, the central server [112] receives session data from the user device [110]. Upon receiving the session data, the central server [112] is configured to update the user profile [116].

In implementation, the user device [110] is configured to generate a user survey form associated with a user vaporization session. In one example, the user survey form may contain one or more questions related to the vaporization session. For example, the user survey form may include the effectiveness of the concentrate, the temperature setting of the vaporizer [200], and other questions related to such questions. Next, the user device [110] can display the user survey form to the user. In another implementation, the central server [112] can be configured to generate a user survey form upon receipt of session data and submit the user survey form to the user device [110] for display to the user. Can be done. In one example, the user survey form is displayed to the user after a predetermined time interval, eg, 30 minutes after the vaporization session.

In another embodiment, the user device [110] may be configured to capture data from a health / biometric data capture device (eg, Karda / Omron® of LiveCor®). The user device [110] may transmit and / or exchange health / biometric data on the central server [112] or vaporizer [102].

Subsequently, the user device [110] is configured to receive user feedback from the user based on the user survey form. In one example, the user survey form may contain one or more answers to the questions contained in the user survey form. Upon receiving the user feedback, the user device [110] sends the user feedback to the central server [112]. In one example, the central server [112] can store user feedback in user profile data [116] and can associate user feedback with the user's user profile. In one example, the central server [112] may update the user profile based on user feedback. For example, the central server [112] may update additional information based on user feedback.

In one embodiment, the central server [112] is configured to generate recommendations for the user. For this purpose, the central server [112] identifies a plurality of users based on one or more user parameters associated with the user. User parameters include, but are not limited to, the user's age, height, and weight. When identifying a plurality of users, the central server [112] is configured to search for user feedback associated with the plurality of users. When user feedback is obtained, the central server [112] is configured to analyze the user feedback and generate suggestions for the user. For example, the central server [112] may identify other concentrates used by multiple users for a vaporization session similar to a user vaporization session. Among other identified concentrates, the central server [112] may identify the concentrate in demand by other users based on user feedback. The central server [112] may then generate suggestions related to the concentrate. When the central server [112] generates a recommendation, the central server [112] sends the proposal to the user device [110]. The user device [110] may then display the suggestion to the user. In one example, the central server [112] may further send the generated suggestions to the user's registered physician's user device.

FIG. 6 shows an exemplary cartridge [ 210 ] configured to store concentrates. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cartridge [ 210 ] may include, at one end, a nozzle [ 218 ] on which a smart chip [ 216 ] is configured. The smart chip [ 216 ] may have an identification code associated with the concentrate. In another embodiment, an exemplary cartridge [ 210 ] has a tip seal on it, for example, to prevent leakage of concentrate products from the cartridge container [ 604 ] during handling and / or use during vaporization. [ 602 ] is attached.

In one aspect, the tip seal [ 602 ] incorporates a septum [ 606/804 ] that seals against the insert [603] in the nozzle. The partition [ 606 ] can be an elastomer (TPE, silicone rubber, etc.) or other flexible and elastic material. In a further embodiment, upon turning the dosing wheel [232], the plunger driver [ 212] activates the plunger [214] into the cartridge vessel [ 604 ], thereby forcing the septum [ 804 ] on the concentrate product. Transform. Therefore, it is possible to push the concentrate out of the tip seal [ 602 ] into the diffuser away from the nozzle insert [603].

In another embodiment of the present disclosure, an administration mechanism [ 900 ] is provided at the other end of the cartridge [ 210 ]. The dosing mechanism [ 900 ] can be in close proximity to the mouthpiece and comprises a plunger [ 214 ], a plunger driver [ 212 ], and a cartridge lock [ 608 ]. The dosing wheel may activate the dosing mechanism . The dosing wheel rotatably engages the plunger driver [ 212 ]. When the dosing wheel is rotated, the plunger driver [ 212 ] may drive the plunger [ 214 ] in the cartridge container [ 604 ] to release a predetermined amount of concentrate. The dosing wheel is configured to rotate in one direction (ie, only in one direction) by the user by using the claws . The claw prevents the user from rewinding the cartridge [210] and retracting the plunger [214] from the cartridge container [604] .

In one aspect, an exemplary claw built on the cartridge lock [ 608 ] to ensure proper distribution of the concentrate product is when the cartridge [ 210 ] is removed from the vaporizer. However, it contacts the slot of the plunger [ 214 ] and rotatably to limit the bidirectional rotation of the plunger / plunger driver [ 214/212 ]. In addition, the claw [904] is hidden by the plunger driver [ 212 ] during assembly, thus reducing the user's ability to disassemble the cartridge [ 210 ].

In a further aspect of the present disclosure, the plunger [214] and the plunger driver [ 212 ] have the plunger [214] predetermined in the cartridge container [ 604 ] as the plunger driver [ 212 ] is rotated by the dosing wheel. It is fixedly attached to ensure forward movement.

FIG. 7 shows an alternative embodiment of a cartridge [700] configured to generally distribute non-liquid concentrates (eg, powders, leaves, flowers, waxes, etc.). The exemplary cartridge [700] provides operations similar to those of the cartridge [ 210 ]. The cartridge [700] utilizes an auger [ 702 ] to generally distribute non-liquid concentrates (such as powder). Cartridges [700], including drivers [ 704 ], nozzles [ 706 ], and smart chips [ 216 ], can now communicate within system [100] to provide dosing control and dosing integrity data within the network. It is operational. The auger [702] can move laterally downward into the cartridge container [710] when rotated by the driver [704]. The driver [704] can be rotated by the user via the nut [712].

FIG. 8A shows an exemplary nozzle [800] according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. In one aspect of the present disclosure, the nozzle [800] is continuously to a high temperature polymer material such as stainless steel, polysulfone, high temperature liquid crystal polymer (eg, Vector® or PEEK), or vaporization temperature (generally <550F). Made of other materials designed to work under exposed conditions. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the vaporization temperature is controlled so as not to avoid denaturation of the combustion temperature and / or concentrate product. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the nozzle provides an airtight seal and thus an oven seal sheet [1116] as shown in FIG. 11B to eliminate the inflow of air into the oven during negative pressure inhalation by the user. It has a circumferential groove [802] that fits into the exemplary feature constructed above. In one aspect, the nozzle [ 218/800 ] has stepped and flared features at the nozzle outlet (ie, circumferential groove [802] ) to reduce the uptake of oily concentrate products to the nozzle. Built with.

In another embodiment of the present disclosure, the nozzle [218/800] is configured with a septum [804] or other similar structure to control the flow of concentrate product from the cartridge. An exemplary nozzle [ 218/800 ] is configured on the cartridge [ 210/700 ] and coordinates on the cartridge [ 210/700 ] to provide dosing control and dosing integrity, respectively. As shown in FIG. 8B, an exemplary nozzle [ 218/800 ] includes a tip seal consisting of a nozzle insert [ 806 ] and a bulkhead [804]. An exemplary partition wall [804] seals against an insert in the nozzle in a closed position. When the dosing wheel [232] is turned, the plunger driver [ 212 ] activates the plunger [ 214 ] into the cartridge container [ 604 ], which causes the concentrate product to deform the elastomeric septum away from the insert. Allows the concentrate to be extruded into the diffuser through the tip seal [ 804 ].

4 and 6 are referenced again for the purposes of FIG. As shown in FIG. 9 , the dosing integrity mechanism [900], according to embodiments of the present disclosure, includes a rewind prevention function using a claw [ 902 ] located in the dosing mechanism [ 900 ]. The claw [ 902 ] on the cartridge [608] meshes with the vertical slot [ 904 ] on the plunger [214 ] to limit the reverse rotational movement of the plunger driver [ 212 ], thereby allowing the user to use the plunger driver [ 212 ]. ] To prevent inadvertent rewinding. The exemplary claw [ 902 ] provides additional assurance for confounding the number of doses delivered via the cartridge [ 210 ]. In one embodiment, since the claw [ 902 ] is embedded in the plunger driver [ 212] , the claw [ 902 ] cannot be disassembled by the user without disabling the cartridge [ 210 ]. In addition, the claw [ 902 ] prevents headwinds on the dosing wheel and alleviates confusion in the dosing tracking and management aspects of the vaporizer [200].

In one example, the plunger driver [ 212 ] advances the threaded body of the cartridge lock [ 608 ] down . As the plunger [ 214 ] moves downward, the concentrate is pushed out of the nozzle [ 218 ]. By turning the dosing wheel [232], the claw [ 902 ] is spring-tensioned against the plunger [214] and makes a clicking sound when the claw [ 902 ] stops in the vertical slot [ 904 ] of the plunger [214]. .. The click sound provides the user with audible feedback that the desired amount / dose of concentrate product (eg, 2.5 mg) has been supplied for vaporization.

FIG. 10 shows an oven system [ 1000 ] according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The oven system [ 1000 ] includes a coil [258] (not shown) disposed inside a heat resistant tube [ 1002 ]. This concentrates the air flow [ 1004 ] on the heating coil [258] for efficient heat transfer from the coil [258] to the negative pressure airflow [ 1004 ]. The tube [1002] may be made of ceramic or other material that provides thermal resistance. In one embodiment, the ambient air intake is directed around the outside of the tube [ 1002 ] towards a negative pressure airflow [ 1006 ] to facilitate enhanced heat transfer from the heating coil [ 258 ].

To improve heating efficiency, the ambient air intake is directed around the outside of the oven tube, emanating from the heating coil [ 258 ] and promoting further heat transfer back to the negative pressure airflow [ 1006 ].

The oven system [1000] includes a dosing diffuser [ 1100 ], as shown in FIGS. 11A-11C . An exemplary diffuser [ 1100 ] is a two-part component designed to efficiently vaporize the product of the concentrate. The outer part of the diffuser [ 1100 ] is made of heat resistant ceramic material, but other heat resistant materials can also be used. The interior of the diffuser [ 1100 ] is filled with a low density porous stainless steel matrix or screen [ 1120 ]. As an example, a porous stainless steel matrix [1120] can be constructed with about 60 pores per inch. However, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure, other mesh sizes may be utilized.

Porous material [ 1120 ] provides a much higher surface area / density ratio compared to wire mesh and significantly improves vaporization efficiency (ie, increases surface area for diffusing concentrates and for heating). Reduce the number of boards). Porous material [ 1120 ] also minimizes air resistance compared to wire mesh.

In one aspect of the present disclosure, the exemplary dosing diffuser [ 1100 ] is composed of three ports. The first port [ 1112 ] is aligned directly with the outlet port of the heater chamber, allowing heat to be drawn into the porous matrix during user inhalation. The second port [ 1114 ] is located proximal to the first port [ 1112 ] above the diffuser [ 1100 ]. The second port [ 1114 ] provides a means for the nozzle [ 218/800 ] to extend inside the diffuser [ 1100 ].

In one embodiment, the oven seal [ 1116 ] provides an airtight seal between the nozzle [ 218/800 ] and the second port [ 1114 ]. The oven seal [ 1116 ] works in conjunction with the nozzle [ 218/800 ] to eliminate the inflow of air into the oven [ 1000 ] during negative pressure inhalation by the user. The third port [ (exit port) 1114 ] aligns directly with the conduit [278] (ie, the vaporized concentrated air path) and provides an airtight seal between the third port [ 1114 ] and the conduit [278]. offer.

By reference to FIG. 11C , during the operation of the vaporizer [200] of the present disclosure, when the oven cover [266] is closed, the user can index the dosing wheel [232] to concentrate. Extrude the product of. The concentrate is subsequently deposited on the porous matrix [ 1120 ]. When the user activates the device and subsequently inhales air from the conduit [278] , the heated air "H" passes through the oven [1100], the internal porous matrix [ 1120 ], the conduit [278], and the mouthpiece [ 276] to the user [111].

In an exemplary embodiment, the heated air "H" is drawn through the internal porous matrix, thereby heating the porous matrix and the deposited concentrate "C". The concentrate is then vigorously flowed in the direction of the airflow "V" through the porous matrix [ 1120 ]. As an example, the concentrated oil in the porous matrix [ 1120 ] continues to thin and transfers to vapor above the vapor transition temperature of the concentrated oil . The thermal resistance property of the housing [202] efficiently includes the heat in the porous matrix [1120] . The exemplary device [200] itself provides the ability for microdosing of concentrated oils.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, for example, the vaporizer [200] and cartridge [210/700] vaporize the concentrate only when the user applies negative pressure (ie, inhales) to the mouthpiece. May provide heated air for. The heating coil [258] is shaded within the vaporizer [200] , for example by using an in-line pressure sensor, fan / IR reflector sensor, or by monitoring changes in power consumption to maintain the set temperature in the coil. Activated when pressure is detected.

In another exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, as shown in FIG. 12 , the vaporizer device gives the user the desired dose (eg, microdosing) via repeated indexing of the dosing wheel [ 232 ]. ) Is allowed to be intentionally selected. Each index is captured via pairing of the IR emitter [1202] / detector [1204] arrangement with the slot of the dosing wheel [232] (ie, the encoder wheel configuration). In one aspect, the vaporizer [200] notifies the user that inhalation of the desired / controlled dose has been completed. According to this aspect, the device provides a hardware / software feedback loop, whereby 1) the user holds down the "launch" button and the vaporizer [200] heats the coil to a set temperature. Therefore, when the current is drawn from the battery through the heating coil [258] and 2) the set temperature is established and maintained by the PID control system (Note: the change in current consumption is small and predictable), the user is a vaporizer. 3) Inflowing air flow cools the heating coil [258] and requires the device to respond quickly with a current ramp-up to maintain the set temperature, and 4) amperage. It is used to accurately identify when a user is inhaling from a device because it can detect changes in the.

The set of IR emitter [1202] and detector [1204] is paired on the opposite side of the conduit [278] to detect the presence of vapor in the conduit [278]. In an exemplary embodiment, the conduit [278] can be a clear borosilicate glass air path. If the vapor is present in the conduit [278], the vapor scatters the IR light and reduces the collection by the detector. Therefore, when the user holds down the "Fire" button and inhales air from the system, the vaporizer [200] monitors the presence of vapor moving in the air path and the mobile app that the vapor is inhaled. Notify to. If no vapor is detected after a set amount of time while the user is inhaling, the device notifies the mobile app via BLE communication that the dose has been completely inhaled. This completes a feedback loop that knows the amount of concentrate prepared for supply (via the index of the dosing wheel) and when all the concentrates were inhaled.

In yet another exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, the vaporizer device [200] provides retention of the identification code and is accomplished by attaching a smart chip [216/708] to the cartridge programmed upon cartridge loading. be able to. You can then use this code in your app to access unique information that corresponds to the identification code, such as product name, distillate input batch information, test results, and product temperature limits. Since a smart chip [216/708] such as EEPROM is programmable, the chip can also be programmed with the device during use, such as administration remaining in the cartridge container [604/710] . This helps protect not only the user, but also the device from misuse by allowing the device to disable the cartridge if it tries to use it beyond its programmed capacity.

In another exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, a vaporizer [200], a removable mouthpiece with an integrated diffusion tool, is provided, the mouthpiece [276].
a) Provide cartridge loading access and
b) Detachable and replaceable,
c) Provide an airtight seal on the top of the conduit,
d) Intuitively lock and unlock the mouthpiece to the case body by combining it with the push button latch on the case body.
e) Provide a preload of the product of the concentrate,
f) Act as a tool for removing the dosing diffuser.

FIG. 13 shows a method [ 1300 ] for administering a concentrate to a user using a vaporizer [200]. The vaporizer [200] may be configured to monitor and control various aspects of the user's use of the concentrate. The order in which the method [ 1300 ] is described is not intended as a limitation, and any number of blocks of the described method can be combined in any order to implement the method or alternative method. Moreover, individual blocks may be removed from the method without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.

At step [ 1302 ], the control unit of the vaporizer reads the identification code associated with the concentrate. In step [ 1304 ], the communication unit of the vaporizer may transmit the identification code to the user device. In step [ 1306 ], the central server can receive the identification code from the user device. The central server comprises a database that stores multiple identification codes for multiple concentrate information. In step [1308], the concentrate information corresponding to the received identification code is retrieved from the database. In step [ 1310 ], the retrieved concentrate information is transmitted to the user device for display to the user.
In one aspect of the present disclosure, methods for preventing abuse of vaporizers, systems, and concentrates to maintain dose integrity, and improved oven systems are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, information such as user profile, dosage information, consumed concentrates, remaining concentrates, etc. is stored in at least smart chips and / or control units of vaporizers, user devices, and servers. ..
In an exemplary embodiment, such information is utilized to control the operation of the vaporizer. For example, the information stored in the smart chip allows the user to consume xmg / ml per day. It is clear that the user has already consumed the above xmg / ml based on the usage stored in the smart chip. In such cases, the user rotating the vaporizer dosing wheel does not heat the oven system to prevent the user from abusing the concentrate.
In one embodiment, the oven system is controlled by at least one of a smart chip, a control unit, a server, a user device, and a user's physician.
In another aspect, the remaining concentrate information is utilized by at least one of a smart chip, a control unit, a user device, and a server to control the oven system. For example, based on the remaining concentrate information, the remaining dose is determined to be zero. The vaporizer does not vaporize with the above (empty) cartridge in the device. Moreover, the cartridge can never be used again. This reduces the risk of refilling and reusing the cartridge with a different concentrate than originally programmed during manufacture / filling.

In the present specification and the following claims, some terms having the following meanings are referred to. The terms "a" (or "an") and "the" refer to one or more of the entities and include multiple referents unless explicitly indicated in the context. Accordingly, the terms "a" (or "an"), "one or more" and "at least one" can be used interchangeably herein. Furthermore, references to "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "embodiments," etc. are not intended to be construed as excluding the existence of additional embodiments that also incorporate the listed features. .. The detailed description of this specification and the approximate language used throughout the claims amend any quantitative representation that may change acceptablely without causing changes in the underlying functionality associated with it. May be applied for. Therefore, values modified in terms such as "about" are not limited to the exact values specified. In some cases, the approximate language may correspond to the accuracy of the device for measuring the value. Terms such as "first," "second," "top," and "bottom" are used to distinguish one element from another and refer to a particular order or number of elements unless otherwise stated. It doesn't mean that.

As used herein, the terms "may" and "may be" may occur within a set of situations; possession of a specified characteristic, feature, or function. And / or modify another verb by expressing one or more of the abilities, tolerances, or possibilities associated with the modified verb. Therefore, the use of "may" and "may be" is indicated, taking into account that the modified term may not be appropriate, possible, or applicable in some circumstances. Indicates that it is clearly appropriate, possible, or applicable to the capacity, function, or usage given. For example, in some situations an event or capacity may be expected, while in other situations the event or capacity may not occur. This distinction is expressed by the terms "may" and "may be".

As used in the claims, the word "comprises" and its grammatical variants also logically, for example, consist of "consisting essentially of" and "consisting essentially of". Containing and including, but not limited to, different degrees of different phrases such as "containing of)". Ranges are specified as needed, and those ranges include all subranges in between. Variations in these ranges are expected to suggest themselves to those skilled in the art, and if not yet made publicly available, the claims of attachment should cover those variations.

The terms "determine," "calculate," and "compute," as used herein, and their variants are used interchangeably and are of any type of methodology. Includes processes, mathematical operations or techniques.

The aforementioned discussions of this disclosure are presented for purposes of illustration and illustration. The above is not intended to limit this disclosure to one or more forms disclosed herein. For example, in the above detailed description, the various features of the present disclosure are grouped into one or more embodiments, configurations, or embodiments for the purpose of streamlining the disclosure. The features of embodiments, configurations, or embodiments of the present disclosure may be combined in alternative embodiments, configurations, or embodiments other than those discussed above. This disclosure method should not be construed to reflect the intent that this disclosure requires more features than expressly stated in each claim. Rather, the claims are less characteristic than all of the single disclosed embodiments, configurations, or embodiments described above, as reflected in the claims below. Accordingly, the following claims are incorporated herein, and each claim stands by itself as a separate embodiment of the present disclosure. Advances in science and technology may enable equivalents and alternatives that are not currently considered due to linguistic inaccuracies. These variations need to be covered by the appended claims. This written description discloses methods, machines, and computer-readable media, including the best modes, using examples, and any person skilled in the art can create and use any device or system, as well as any incorporation. To be able to practice these, including the implementation of these methods. The patentable scope is defined by the claims and may include other examples arising from those skilled in the art. Such other examples are within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that are not different from the literal language of the claims, or if they contain equivalent structural elements that are substantially different from the literal language of the claims. Intended to be in.

INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY: Improved Vaporizers, Systems, and Methods for Managing Concentrate Use 100 System 102 Vaporizer 104 Cartridge 106 Control Unit 108 Communication Unit 110 User Device 111 User 112 Central Server 114 Database 116 User Profile Data 117 User 200 Vaporer 202 Residential 204 First Half 206 Second Half 208 Groove 210 , 700 Cartridge 211 Storage Container 212 Plunger Driver 213 , 902 Claw 214 Plunger 216 Memory Module , Smart Chip
218 , 800 Nozzle 220 Control 224 Communication 226 Power 232 Dosing Wheel 249 Cutout 250 Oven 252 Oven Casing 256 Vaporizing Chamber 258 Coil 260 Dosing Diffuser 266 Oven Cover 272 Vent 276 Mouthpiece 278 Conduit 280 Power Button 282 Launch Button 602 Tip sticker
603 Nozzle Insert 604 , 710 Cartridge Container
606, 804 bulkhead
608 cartridge lock
610 Nozzle cap
700 cartridge
702 auger
704 driver
706 nozzle
708 smart chip
712 nuts
802 circumferential groove
8 04 partition wall
806 nozzle insert
900 Dosing Integrity Mechanism 904 Vertical Slot
1000 oven system
1002 tube
1004 air flow
1006 Negative pressure airflow
1100 diffuser
1110 2nd port
1112 1st port
1114 Exit / 3rd Port
1116 oven seal
1120 Porous Matrix
1202 IR emitter
1204 IR detector
1300 method
1302 steps
1304 steps
1306 steps
1308 steps
1310 steps

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