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Aerosol Generating Device - EP4340661
The patent EP4340661 was granted to Japan Tobacco on Feb 26, 2025. The application was filed on May 19, 2022 under application number EP22730731A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".
EP4340661
- Application Number
- EP22730731A
- Filing Date
- May 19, 2022
- Status
- Granted And Under Opposition
- Jan 24, 2025
- Publication Date
- Feb 26, 2025
- External Links
- Slate, Register, Google Patents
Patent Summary
Aerosol generator device that automatically starts heating when a consumable is inserted without user intervention. The device has a compartment for inserting a consumable containing an aerosol-generating substance. A cover over the compartment opening exposes it for insertion. When the cover moves to close the compartment, it sends a signal to start heating. This eliminates the need for manual heating activation and reduces wait time after inserting a consumable.
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